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Trace mineral boosts weight loss and cuts cravings

This overlooked trace mineral may be the secret to shedding pounds, according to a new research conducted by the University of Vermont. Yale researchers also found this mineral to be an effective way to help diabetics manage their glucose levels. What could this magic mineral be? The answer is chromium. According to the researchers at the Read More


Top 10 food chemicals that are making you fat

Top 10 food chemicals that are making you fat

It’s no secret that people care about how they look. Countless gym memberships, health routines, artificial formulas and diet programs are concocted everyday; nevertheless, people still struggle to loose weight. Diet and exercise are a great way to maintain a healthy weight, but they aren’t the whole story. Many people fail to consider the chemicals Read More


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5 common food cravings, and what to eat instead

Everyone gets food cravings, but is it the chocolate you really need, or the magnesium that it contains? Obviously, everyone needs some chocolate or some potato chips once in a while as a little treat, but learning to eat healthier, more nutritious foods instead can help you maintain or lose weight. It’s not simply a Read More


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Top 12 foods for a flat tummy

Being bloated is a terrible feeling. It makes you self-conscious and can even ruin what would otherwise be a good time. Well, say goodbye to that bloated belly. Here are 12 foods to fight bloat and bring you peace of mind: Papaya – contains papain, a protein-digesting enzyme. Avocado – contains lipase, which helps break Read More


Top 10 Healthy Vegetables to Lose Weight, Boost Nutrition, Fight off Cancer and More

Top 10 vegetables to lose weight and fight off cancer

The human body is designed to digest a swath of vegetables. Not all vegetables are created equal, however. Many vegetables in the produce section stem from genetically engineered crops that have been laced with noxious pesticides. Pesticides are linked to a variety of health problems including cancer, organ failure and birth defects. Unprocessed, organic plant Read More


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5 key essential oils for weight loss

Essential oils are the perfect companion on your journey to lose weight. With their metabolism-boosting, appetite curbing, mood-enhancing effects, combined with a healthy diet and exercise plan – you’ll find the perfect recipe for success. Grapefruit essential oil – Excellent for boosting energy, preventing water retention and suppressing appetite. 1-2 drops with a glass of Read More


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Omega-3 fatty acids for health and weight loss

One of the smallest but most profound changes you can make in your day to day life is to begin taking omega-3 fatty acids regularly. In fact, they are one of the most well documented beneficial nutrients we know of. They boost brain health as well as immune system and lung function. They can even Read More


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Two glasses of water before a meal is proven to help you lose weight, scientists say

You may have heard that drinking a glass of water before eating a meal can help you eat less. Clearly, if you fill up on H20 before tucking into some food, you will fill up faster because your stomach is more full. This method has now been studied and tested by scientists, so now you can say Read More