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Exercising daily and cutting 250 calories may improve heart health in obese older adults. According to a new study published in the American Heart Association journal Circulation, simple lifestyle adjustments can reap big rewards for adults struggling with obesity. Modifiable lifestyle factors such as regular physical activity and a healthy diet may help offset age-related ...click here to read more

You may have heard the term “empty calories” circulating lately. Although it’s been used by people in the know for quite a while, the concept is making its rounds among the general population. Essentially, it means calories with no nutritional value outside of the calories themselves. Sugar and alcohol are two of the most significant ...click here to read more

Who couldn’t afford to drop a couple of calories from their daily diet? If you’re snacking on leftover Halloween candy or getting ready to partake in Thanksgiving or Christmas feasts, I’m sure you know exactly what I mean. North Americans overeat. You can see it when you walk down the street, sit down at a ...click here to read more

Dear Friends, If you don’t like hitting the gym or working out for that matter but are still concerned about your health and have weight loss goals, don’t fret. I have some solutions for you. I totally get it, gym memberships are expensive, and the gym can be quite intimidating, especially if you’re new. But ...click here to read more

We’re all looking for ways to burn more calories. But sometimes we just don’t have time to get in a workout. Instead of scheduling a walk, gym session, or yoga class, why not get busy with your partner instead? There’s no denying that you can build up a sweat between the sheets, but how many ...click here to read more

Eating food is a requirement for life. It gives us energy, helps our organs function, and keeps our brains sharp, but like most things in the world, too much food can be bad for you. A new study from neuroscientists at Florida Atlantic University has taken this sentiment one step further, suggesting it may not ...click here to read more

Dear Friends, You probably have heard about recommended calorie intake, maybe you even take the time to read the amount of calories contained in the food items you buy. But do you know how many calories you actually need? For men over the age of 18 who live a sedentary lifestyle, daily intake is recommended ...click here to read more

Nearly half of Americans obtain most of their calories from what is deemed as “ultra-processed” foods. These foods make up for nearly 90 percent of excess sugar. Ultra-processed foods consist of foods with a combination of the following ingredients: salt, sugar, oils and fats, chemicals and flavorings not typically used in traditional cooking, as well as emulsifiers and ...click here to read more

Burning off Thanksgiving calories can contribute to a healthier holiday season. When it comes to the holidays we tend to over indulge – especially when it comes to desserts. Even though Thanksgiving is a one day event, it can add unnecessary calories that can contribute to poor health in the long run. The Calorie Control ...click here to read more

If you want to promote calorie burning it really has a lot to do with what you eat. Of course while marrying proper diet and exercise together can burn the most calories; you can get a good head start by incorporating calorie-burning fruits into your diet. But how exactly does fruit promote burning calories? Well ...click here to read more

If there is ever a myth that people might wish were true, it is this one. We have all heard old wives tales and health myths about how to improve your general health and well being, but what people might be really disappointed to learn is that sexual activity doesn’t burn calories, making the concept ...click here to read more

For most people struggling with weight issues such as obesity, counting calories appears to be the most reliable and effective way for weight loss.  Awareness of the amount of calories consumed on a daily basis may thus control excessive eating, which may in turn result in weight loss.  Counting calories will also teach a person ...click here to read more

The current trend in achieving good health is to lead a healthy lifestyle, including eating regular diets that are rich in fruits, vegetables, protein, and fiber. It has also been recommended that for good health, one should start counting calories in diets to determine that amount of sugar that is consumed on a daily basis. ...click here to read more

Extra snacking while on a diet plan might not be the worst thing after all. The extra calories can end up being satisfying in ways that could even prevent higher fat snacking throughout the day. A little temptation might be possible, but giving into your food cravings without ruining your waistline can be tricky! Barbara ...click here to read more