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If Breakfast Is So Important, Why Is Everyone Skipping It?

Some people swear they’re never hungry in the morning while others can’t imagine life without breakfast — so which side is “right”? Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative To many of us, the idea of skipping “the most important meal of the day” is blasphemous. Who would ‌willingly‌ give up breakfast? Advertisement A lot of people, it turns out: The popularity of intermittent fasting methods — notably 16:8 fasting, which calls for 16 hours of fasting followed…

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Can Apple Cider Vinegar and Olive Oil Help You Lose Weight?

Is weight loss really as simple as taking a spoonful of apple cider vinegar every day? Image Credit: YelenaYemchuk/iStock/GettyImages Belly fat — one of the most common body complaints — can be frustrating to deal with, which is probably why there are so many claims about remedies that can beat the bloat. Advertisement One such example is apple cider vinegar (ACV), a vinegar made from fermented apple juice that is touted for fighting fat around…

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18 Ways to Get Rid of Hip Fat

Eating a balanced diet may help you get rid of hip fat. Image Credit: bit245/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Cut Calories Diet Fiber Protein Complex Carbs Beneficial Fats Limit Processed Foods Limit Sugary Drinks Hydrate Control Portions Cardio Strength Train Core Exercises HIIT Everyday Movement Manage Stress Sleep Be Realistic Everyone has some hip fat — it’s a common place to carry excess tissue. But if your goal is to shed weight in that area, you…

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Oatmeal Can Help You Lose Weight — but Don’t Make These 3 Mistakes

Oatmeal for weight loss? You bet — just make sure you’re doing it the healthy way. Image Credit: Foxys_forest_manufacture/iStock/GettyImages Trendy diets like keto and paleo have made some of our favorite foods, like oats, a no-go — and as a dietitian, I’m just not down with that. Advertisement Weight-loss diets often shun oatmeal for it’s “too-high” carb content, when in reality, oats are nutrient-dense and a healthy source of complex carbohydrates. Video of the Day…

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Do Your Feet Get Smaller When You Lose Weight?

When you lose a lot of weight, your shoe size may change. Image Credit: PixelsEffect/E+/GettyImages When you’re dieting, you may think of your hips, waist and thighs shrinking, but your feet may get smaller when you lose weight too. Depending on how much weight you shed, you may need to invest in smaller shoes along with new clothes. Advertisement Losing weight can also affect your feet in other ways. Read on for the details on…

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Why Cooking Meals at Home Benefits More Than Just Your Wallet

Cooking at home benefits your wallet, your waistline and some important aspects of your health. Image Credit: Peopleimages/E+/GettyImages After a long day at work, the last thing you probably want to do is slave over a stove. And when hunger strikes, the convenience of pulling into a fast food drive-thru or ordering takeout can be terribly tempting. Advertisement Relying on food away from home is totally acceptable once in a blue moon, but when it…

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The 7 Best Body Fat Scales to Try in 2024

From low-tech to high-tech, there are a variety of body fat scales to choose from. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative In This Article How We Chose Best Overall Best on a Budget Best Splurge Best High-Tech Best Low-Tech Best for Athletes Best for Families What to Look For How It Works Virtually everyone has a standard scale at home. But the number of pounds flashing on an old-school bathroom scale can’t tell us how much of…

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6 Vitamins and Minerals That Can Help With Weight Loss

While vitamins won’t make you lose weight, getting the right nutrients can help support metabolism function. Image Credit: Getty Images/Tassii In This Article Vitamin B Vitamin D Calcium Vitamin C Magnesium Iron Alas, there’s no magic pill in the world of nutrition that’ll help you shed unwanted pounds. But not getting enough of certain important minerals and vitamins that help with weight loss may actually make dropping pounds that much harder. Advertisement While no one…

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How Do Taylor Body Fat Scales Work and the Steps to Set One Up

An at-home scale from Taylor can help you get a sense of your body fat percentage. Image Credit: Francesco Carta fotografo/Moment/GettyImages In This Article Accuracy How It Works Program a Taylor Body Fat Scale How to Read Your Taylor Body Fat Scale How to Reset the Scale Bottom Line: Are Body Fat Scales Worth It? If you’re looking for a new scale to weigh yourself at home, you might consider one from Taylor Precision Products.…

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A 1,200-Calorie Meal Plan to Kickstart the DASH Diet

A low-calorie version of the DASH diet can still be delicious and satisfying. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages The popular DASH diet is well known for its success in regulating high blood pressure. In fact, it’s consistently ranked among the best diets out there. What’s more: A low-calorie version of DASH can also be a healthy way to lose weight. Advertisement A relatively restrictive 1,200-calorie DASH diet is on the low end of the daily calories needed…

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Why You Shouldn’t Try the 3-Day ‘Mayo Clinic’ Diet

The 3-Day Diet encourages small breakfasts such as toast with peanut butter. Image Credit: kasia2003/iStock/GettyImages Despite its name, the 3-Day Mayo Clinic Diet did not originate with, nor was it ever endorsed by, the renowned Mayo Clinic. It’s just another fad diet that touts speedy weight loss — up to 10 pounds in three days. Advertisement The Mayo Clinic name is wrongfully associated with several types of fad diets that promise quick weight loss in…

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5 Exercise Mistakes That Can Actually Halt Weight Loss

Focusing on cardio without strength-training can undermine your weight-loss efforts. Image Credit: kali9/E+/GettyImages You’re hitting the gym hard, but the number on the scale isn’t budging. Nutrition is most essential to weight loss, but exercise can help (and aids in weight maintenance). With that in mind, ‌how‌ do you exercise to lose weight? Turns out, there are a few common mistakes that can thwart your progress. Advertisement But don’t surrender to the scale just yet.…

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11 Reasons You Shouldn’t Do That Detox or Cleanse

Detoxes like juice cleanses have zero health benefits and will likely leave you in worse shape. Image Credit: PeopleImages/E+/GettyImages Detoxes and cleanses have been on trend for years, staying popular with promises of ridding your body of toxins as well as some extra pounds. Followers may tout feeling healthier and having more energy, but commercial detoxes are not only ineffective — they’re just generally bad for you. Advertisement Of course, certain detoxes have medical benefits…

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5 Signs You’re Eating Too Many Carbs

Feeling tired or sluggish is one of the effects of eating too many carbohydrates. Image Credit: Jamie Grill/Tetra images/GettyImages Carbohydrates have gained a reputation for being the enemy, thanks to plenty of convincing marketing and popular diets that warn against them. But are carbs really bad news for weight loss? Advertisement Hardly. Complex carbs — like oatmeal, whole grains and potatoes — provide our bodies with energy and keep us from overeating. Video of the…

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8 Reasons You’re Still Hungry

There might be a simple reason you’re still hungry after eating. Image Credit: Kathrin Ziegler/DigitalVision/GettyImages From a grumbling stomach to a splitting headache, we all know what it feels like to be really, ‌really‌ hungry. But if you’re hungry even after eating a meal, you might have to do some digging to find out why. Advertisement The reasons we feel hungry are varied, and sometimes the instinct to eat has little do with food. Although…

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Can Taking Benefiber Help You Lose Weight?

Adding Benefiber to your morning coffee can help you reach your daily fiber goals. Image Credit: Dougal Waters/DigitalVision/GettyImages In This Article What Is Benefiber? Fiber for Weight Loss Benefiber and Weight Loss Other Fiber Benefits Bottom Line Adding more fiber to your diet is a great way to support not only your overall health, but also your weight-loss efforts. Advertisement While the best way to do this is by eating fiber-rich foods like whole grains,…

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10 Tips to Help You Lose 10 Pounds in a Month

If your goal is to lose 10 pounds in a month, fiber and lean protein should dominate your plate. Image Credit: luchezar/E+/GettyImages Losing 10 pounds in a month is no easy feat, but it is possible if you stick to the right strategies. The key is to avoid crash diets, cutting your calories too low or overdoing it with exercise, and instead, focus on building healthy habits you can keep up in the long run.…

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Can Electrostimulation Really Help You Lose Weight?

While electrostimulation is beneficial for muscle recovery, there is no research to show that it helps with weight loss Image Credit: Getty Images Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) is a method of muscle recovery that has recently grown in popularity. Once a niche technology used mainly by physical therapists or professional athletes, EMS devices are now sold for personal use and sometimes used in studios during exercise classes. Advertisement Research has shown that EMS devices offer…

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6 Quick (but Healthy) Steps to Lose Weight in 2 Weeks

Fill your plate with lots of greens, lean protein and healthy fats to lose weight in two weeks. Image Credit: Alexander Spatari/Moment/GettyImages Maybe you have a major event coming up in two weeks that you want to look great for. Unfortunately, you’re not quite where you want to be weight-wise. So how do you lose weight fast in just 14 days? Advertisement While there’s no magic potion for dropping pounds ASAP, successful, long-term weight loss…

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What You Should Know About MSM and Weight Loss

Some people claim MSM or sulfur supplements can help with weight loss. Image Credit: Eugeniusz Dudzinski/iStock/GettyImages Methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM, is a naturally occurring sulfur compound found in certain foods, including fruits, vegetables, grains and cow’s milk. As a dietary supplement, MSM powder and capsules have been studied for their effect on inflammation, immunity, allergies, skin health, muscle recovery after exercise and joint and muscle pain, including arthritis symptoms. Advertisement But what about MSM for weight…