Describing the building process of the halls.md Breast Cancer Risk Calculator. Documenting the methods used by the halls.md Risk Calculator is essential, so the results can be trusted. The basis for risk calculation methods is described in references 1 through 5. See the references, below. The internal workings of my Gail model 1 calculator start […]
Protein Shakes for Weight Loss?! Check out these tips!
I know that most of you have heard of protein shakes as they have been around for a very long time now. Many years ago protein shakes were associated with bodybuilders intent on getting themselves some huge muscles and six packs. However, our concern here is protein shakes for weight loss. Indeed, over the past […]
Keep warm & get in shape during the winter!
Many people around the world put on half of our annual weight gain between Thanksgiving and New Years. Researchers show that people don’t lose the pounds when the partying ends. If that happens year after year, back to back, well… You can do the math. You’re going to probably have some problems. It is much […]
Performance data of Expedition E350 aircraft
Expedition E350 POH Takeoff distance calculator Here’s a cool thing I created. I hope you like it. It’s a Takeoff distance calculator for the Expedition E350. Note that its based on data that will supposedly appear in the POH, but since I haven’t actually gotten my plane yet, I haven’t seen its final official […]
Apple Cider Vinegar and Weight Loss: The Truth
If you search for apple cider vinegar on the internet you will find SO many wild and wonderful claims. Indeed, the health claims I found on a quick ‘Google’ search are that apple cider vinegar can:- Improve Type 2 Diabetes Lower cholesterol Treat eczema and other skin conditions Lower blood pressure Act as a natural […]
Now the truth is coming out.
Comments about body mass index and body fat in older women This article is about obesity definitions. The article thinks that a BMI of 30.0 is too high, for defining "obese" in older women over 60 years old. This journal article thinks that a BMI of 25.5 is a better obesity threshold. It defines "true […]
Times of the day you are most likely to eat..
Ditching the dukan diet? The essential here is to define special. Figure out what is extremely special and what’s not as special, and explain to yourself that you will only just eat on really special occasions and not caring about healthy ways on how to lose belly fat fast. For instance, if your work office […]
Gentlemen’s reserve: BMI chart for men
What is Body Mass Index You may have heard your physician or your health care provider speaking about your Body Mass Index (BMI). Firstly, body mass index bmi is based on your weight and height. The Body Mass Index measurement is a guide that indicates whether a person is underweight, normal weight, overweight or obese. […]
The growth chart of average height for boys
Boys Height Growth Chart – average height for boys age 2 – 18 years for children of “White” race/ethnicity*, ages 2 through 18. Created by Steven B. Halls, MD, FRCPC and John Hanson, MSc. What does the Average Height for Boys Chart Mean? The red lines show “percentiles”. The thick red line in the middle […]
Easy ways to FAST weight loss: 6 Top Tips
The majority of diets and other weight loss plans work on the basis of reduced calorie intake and increased energy output. Dramatically cutting down on calories, in the initial stages of a reduced calorie diet can lead to impressive weight loss results. However, once this initial fast weight loss has occurred it becomes […]
Refs for weight loss lose
Evero N, Hackett LC, Clark RD, Phelan S, Hagobian TA. (2012) Aerobic exercise reduces neuronal responses in food reward brain regions. J Appl Physiol 2012 May;112(9):1612-9.(Retrieved December 8th 2015) Finlayson G, Caudwell P, Gibbons C, Hopkins M, King N (2011)Low Fat Loss Response after Medium-Term Supervised Exercise in Obese Is Associated with Exercise-Induced Increase in […]
Average Weight Chart for Boys
In this post, we look at the average weight for boys. I made this average weight chart for boys in the year 2000. This was a time when doctors were still using pediatric growth charts from the 1970s. So, when my chart was published on my website, it was new and unique and helpful. Sometime […]
Stand Tall: Average height for men
Did you know that the average height for men is 5 foot, 10 inches, or about 1.78 metres. Interestingly the Google search for ‘average height for men’ is more common than those looking for ‘average weight’. furthermore, ‘tall men’ is more searched for than ‘short men’. Average male height for Americans The average American […]
A perfect BMI for attracting?
In this post, we will be looking at the perfect Body Mass Index (BMI) according to a research article. Optimum body-mass index and maximum sexual attractiveness. Authors: Tovee MJ, Reinhardt S, Emery JL, Cornelissen PL.Journal: Lancet, Aug 1998;352(9127):548 Abstract No abstract was published for this short research letter in the journal “Lancet”. Therefore I have […]
Petting kittens is more fun than this article
Comments regarding percentile curves of body mass index This article published tables of data, but no charts. The data comes from HUGE combined datasets of USA data, a very impressive dataset of over 100,000 measurements of body mass index. Of interest is the 85th and 95th percentile lines of BMI, which are often used as […]
Try these tasty weight loss drinks!
If you work out regularly, you may need a bit more protein, from any source, than people who are not as active. This protein shake for weight loss can extent from 100% protein to mainly carbs with a limited quantity of added protein and fat. They come in a assortment of unique flavors in powder […]
Let’s find out if, (tall or too fat)
Children’s Growth Charts of height weight and body mass index for boys and girls. Almost everyone, at some point, goes looking for a growth chart for boys or growth chart for girls or height or weight growth charts. Nowadays, those searches generally bring you to the NIHor CDC websites, or some private websites. But what […]
Beach Volleyball: A Great Weight Loss Activity
You don’t have to be a professional volleyball player to enjoy this game on the beach. Anyone can play this fun sport which helps to:- build lean muscle boost resting metabolism improve athletic performance tighten every single muscle in your body. Below you will find out the main health benefits, what to wear, and tips […]
Refs for green tea weight loss
Refs for green tea weight loss Benzie I, Szeto Y , Strain J, Tomlinson B. (1999) Consumption of Green Tea Causes Rapid Increase in Plasma Antioxidant Power in Humans Int J Obes (Lond). Nutrition and Cancer: Vol 34; 83-87: (Retrieved September13th 2016) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10453446 Boehm K, Borrelli F, Ernst E, Habacher G, Hung SK, Milazzo S, […]
Can Overweight People judge their ideal BMI?
Anything wrong with overweight people? Do they know their ideal weight or ideal BMI? The answer is Yes, as explained below. Be patient, it takes a little explaining… People’s Choice Ideal BMI Chart The chart below shows adult Mens “People’s Choice Ideal BMI” on the top line, using data from the Crawford and Campbell study. […]
A flattering and encouraging moment in my life
Stupid mac Tricks 1990 by Bob Levitus – Had a Talking Moose chapter The book Stupid Mac Tricks by Bob Levitus in 1990 had a chapter about the Talking Moose. It gives you a little idea what the software looked like back then, when the Macintosh computer was Black & white screen. Note: the […]
How to Avoid Food Cravings
So, you have stuck to your diet and exercise plans for a good few days. You are feeling GOOD. You are relaxing in the evening when suddenly you are overtaken by the most terrible food cravings. Before you know it, you have eaten half a tub of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream and a whole […]
Healthy Snacks for weight loss? Tell us more . . .
Healthy Snacks We all know the feeling. You’ve started a new healthy eating plan and have had a good breakfast of low-fat yogurt and fresh fruit. Less than an hour later, you’re stomach is growling and you have wolfed down a couple of donuts or some candy bars. Most of us tend to feel guilty […]
BMI sucked a lot of my time making this list
This is not an entirely boring bibliography! (OK, it might be slightly dull). Beside each article listed about Body Mass Index (BMI), there are my personal comments, which are sometimes critical. There are graphics and charts to illustrate my point of view. Become an expert – read and see why experts disagree sometimes. Bibliography of […]
Things you should know before sticking it on!
I haven’t had time to personally do research on weight loss patch reviews. The writer of this dialog has done some researching and folded it into the conversation. I thought I was losing weight, but it turned out my sweatpants had come untied! After 24 hours, you eliminate the weight loss patch and just apply […]
Formula body mass index trans-inverse-polarity disappointment
Comments and deriving a body fat percentage formula This article uses the fairly standard definition of obesity, using body fat percentages of 25% for men, and 30% for women. It found the commonly seen curved relationship of body fat percentage versus Body Mass Index, as shown in the first chart below. I showed this chart […]
Lose weight while watching TV!
Scientists have proven that those who tend to fidget while watching TV or even just sitting down even at a restaurant or a movie theater, are great exercise fitness workouts and can burn up to 350 more calories a day. If you’re body is in motion of some sort, it is definitely burning some calories. […]
Good morning foods & weight loss tips
You will not mind serving dessert on a busy weeknight or weekend after assembling these quick parfaits. This yummy low calorie breakfast contains only 109 calories per serving. This delicious low calorie breakfast is 109 calories per serving. Preparation: Divide a layer of yogurt, raspberries and pineapple into four glasses. Apple-bacon pancakes with cider syrup […]
Gluten Free Diet? Why and Exactly what is it?
Most of us have heard of a gluten free diet and seen the numerous gluten-free products in the stores. However, why do people choose or change to a gluten free diet? Well, there are many reasons – some people with diseases, notably celiac disease and gluten intolerance, need to avoid gluten to maintain their health. […]
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Breast Cancer Risk (Gail Model) Calculation Methods The halls.md detailed breast cancer risk calculator offers a choice of two calculation methods, called "Gail model 1" and "NSABP model 2". If you are curious, you can compare the results of my calculator to some other calculators. You’ll find that my results are close, very close, not […]
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