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Dieting Mistakes You're STILL Making

Dieting Mistakes You're STILL Making

There is more info on proper dieting than ever. So why are so many still making the same mistakes?

Shedding unwanted pounds continues to become one of the most commonly sought after goals for people of all ages and walks of life. There's nothing wrong with wanting to lose weight but there is a right and wrong way to go about it. Luckily, there is plenty of information and resources available on the Internet these days that is allowing people to better understand the process of what it takes to deal with fat loss properly, as well as bust popular myths that tend to cause misinformation.

5 Things You Can Do to Lose 5 Pounds

5 Things You Can Do to Lose 5 Pounds

Read up on these quick tips that can help you get back on the healthy right track.

By Certified Registered Dietitian, Lisa DeFazio, for GalTime.com Have you ever said “I just want to lose 5 pounds.” There are a few things you can do to make it happen. An easy way to remember these tips is the word “LOSES”. Each letter represents a tip.   “LOSES" Lots of fruits, vegetables, and water.

Addiction Pandemic:   7 Reasons We’re Addicted to Everything

Addiction Pandemic: 7 Reasons We’re Addicted to Everything

Addiction is one of our most costly public health problems. What’s happening and what can we DO?

To start off Part 2 of this article, here’s just a partial list of contemporary Addiction Types on the MyAddiction.com website:  Alcohol Addiction,  Ambien Addiction, Amphetamine Addiction, Benzodiazepine Addiction, Caffeine Addiction, Cocaine Addiction, Crack Addiction, Eating Disorders, Ecstasy Addiction, Gambling Addiction, Heroin Addiction, Internet Addiction, Marijuana Addiction, Meth Addiction, Nicotine Addiction, Opioid Addiction, Hydrocodone Addiction, Methadone Addiction, Oxycontin Addiction, Percocet Addiction, Vicodin, Pornography Addiction, Presc

Your Health Affects How You Feel

Your Health Affects How You Feel

How you take care of yourself can determine how you live and feel.

Jerry came to my office because of the “pressure” from his wife.  “If I don’t change my involvement with the family, my wife threatened to kick me out,” Jerry said with a tired look on his face.  As I completed the mental health evaluation, Jerry mentioned he felt blah throughout the day and consequently didn’t have much energy to do things with the family.  He described his home life as demanding, as he tried to “please” his wife and kids. He did not sleep well and struggled to get up in the morning.

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"Daddy just walked in with a greasy bag of fries? Let me at 'em!"

Will My Husband's Bad Eating Habits Rub Off On Our Kid?

My husband and I are polar opposites when it comes to food. How will this affect our daughter?

It's not rocket science that incoporating healthy foods intp family meals will result in a child with better eating habits. As far as I see it, pretty soon my husband will either have to shape up his diet, or start eating drive-thru fare in his car.

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How important is dietary compatibility to you?

Why I Probably Shouldn't Date Another Carnivore

Are your food choices limiting your dating pool?

On my first date with Alan, he suggested we order octopus. I laughed and said, "You'd be on your own with that!" And throughout the relationship I had to hear quips and comments about my healthy, green, almost-vegan food preferences.

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Sometimes it's hard to go for the healthy option.

I'm On A Diet, My Boyfriend Loves Bacon: How We Deal

We're two compatible people with incompatible eating habits.

In January of this year, I began my love affair with vegetables. It started as a weight-loss mission; I was overweight and looking to dig myself out of the hole of shame that extra helpings of spaghetti and pints of ice cream had buried me in. I lost about 30 pounds. Then, as April came to a close, I began another love affair...

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Do you dream of having an all-vegan wedding like Natalie Portman's?

Poll: Would You Date A Vegan?

Tell us: could you date someone whose eating habits are wildly different than your own?

There's no doubt that dating someone with a diet different than your own can be a challenge. The real question is: are different eating habits a dealbreaker for you? Sound in!

How To Eat Well & Lose Weight ... As A Couple [EXPERT]
Are you trying to lose weight?

How To Eat Well & Lose Weight ... As A Couple

4 tips for couples who want to lose weight and get healthy together!

Will weight loss work out better if it is tackled alone or together as a couple? And how can a couple embark on a healthy habits lifestyle together?

Help! I Quit Dieting Unless I See Results Right Away [VIDEO]
Are you feeling discouraged?

Help! I Quit Dieting Unless I See Results Right Away

Is the scale your only motivation to eat well? If so, Kris Henderson can help.

In this video, health coach and YourTango Expert Kris Henderson explains how common it is to feel frustrated by the scale, especially when it takes a while to show any indication of weight loss.

How Can I Control My Food Cravings? [VIDEO]
What are your weaknesses?

How Can I Control My Food Cravings?

Expert advice about how to resist even the toughest junk food cravings.

When you walk by your local bakery and catch a whiff of warm muffins baking, are you compulsively drawn inside to satisfy your taste buds? If so, you aren't alone.