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5 Ways To Boost Your Metabolism

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As if. As if you were sitting around asking just that question. Boosting the metabolism is the holy grail of weight watchers everywhere, but how fast your body burns calories depends on several factors. Some people inherit a speedy metabolism. Not me, and my existent mini-muffin top is proof. Men tend to burn more calories [...]

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6 Things That Make Me Feel Good Right Now

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1. Flannel. Wear with clear heels and you will suddenly feel much sexier. Just don’t tell anyone.

2. Don’t diet. Ever. I hate “no”. I get rebellious, and I really don’t like challenging myself to stay away from Buttercup Bakery. I think the cookies must get lonely, begging for a

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Shut Your Pie Hole With the Weight Loss

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Jillian Michaels wants you to write down your weight loss goals. She needs to shut it.

For some reason, I’ve always been resistant to things like writing down goals because it feels so motivational speaker affirm-y to me, like I’m some 80’s go-getter in a power suit trying to scramble my way up the corporate ladder, or a New-Age-y lady in flowing pants

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Hydroxytyrosol — 10 Super Nutrients You’ve Never Heard Of

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Hydroxytyrosol – Part 3 of 10

Hydroxytyrosol is a polyphenol found primarily in olive oil, and also in red and white wine. Animal studies have shown that hydroxytyrosol improves blood lipids, prevents the growth of atherosclerotic plaque and reduces damage to tissue caused by cigarette smoke. A multicenter clinical trial investigating the effects of olive oil on blood lipids found that consumption of extra-virgin olive oil was linked to higher levels of HDL cholesterol and lower levels of LDL cholesterol. Hydroxytyrosol may also protect against breast cancer. Although it is difficult to quantify the amounts

Naringenin — 10 Super Nutrients You’ve Never Heard Of

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Naringenin – Part 2 of 10

Naringenin is a bioflavonoid found mostly in the juice of grapefruit, oranges and other citrus fruits.

Laboratory studies have shown that it blocks damage to DNA in cells, may help regulate blood sugar levels and appears to block glucose production by the liver.

Rutin — 10 Super Nutrients You’ve Never Heard Of

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Rutin – Part 1 of 10

Rutin, a bioflavonoid with potent anti-inflammatory properties, is primarily found in buckwheat and is also present in varying amounts in asparagus, citrus fruit and tea.

Because it has been shown to prevent bruising and swelling and appears to strengthen blood capillaries, rutin shows promise in the prevention and treatment of venous leg disease. Rutin may also lock the production of histamine, the substance responsible for allergic reactions in the body.

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New Mom’s Diet Secret

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I came across this article recently and wanted to share it with all the new mothers out there. Source: New York Times News Service When Jessica Jochim returned to work after her three-month maternity leave, she was the envy of her co-workers at Babies “R” Us. Jochim, who had gained 40 pounds carrying her first [...]

Can You Get Fit in Six Minutes a Week?

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I just ate a loaf of bread. Yes, the whole thing. I am rushing to my computer to type and tell you that incase you were considering doing it…don’t. OK, on a more important note, let’s talk NY Times articles again. Did you catch this one on intervals? Rats get thrown in water, some swim [...]

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