Individuals, who are trying, but not losing weight, often do a lot of research about successful weight loss and end up being exposed to all sorts of unhealthy trends like, the sometimes dangerous, quick weight loss pills or pseudo-scientific-sounding diets, such as the HCG diet, that genuinely have been proven not to work in the long-term and […]
These two make a great combination!
In an economic squeeze, cutting costs is a top priority. Why not reduce your waistline at the same time? As the recession deepens, it is simple to fill up on so-called ‘value’ meals from fast food places, or indulge in sugary snacks rather than nutrient-rich, healthy meals. You are not saving money that way and […]
How to get rid of Loose Skin in Ten easy Steps
Lost Weight? Loose Skin? So, you’ve finally done it. You have literally worked your butt off … and your tummy … and those big thighs have gone forever. You should be feeling on top of the world. But, and this is a big BUT, you find yourself left with loose skin. This problem can be […]
Something about weight in schoolchildren
Child body mass index, and about the childrens BMI charts in this article This is a review of an article about child body mass index, which showed some rather useful charts, plotting the 85th percentile’s of children’s BMI, from six different nationalities. And in the chart below, the blue line (boys) and pink line (girls) […]
Nothing stays the same
Womens BMI body mass index changes with age A chart showing the Body Mass Index of Women, changing with age. Quite interesting, really. I bet you haven’t seen this chart anywhere else! Notice the "median" BMI value, which is the 50th percentile Red line. Compare it to the CDC definition of "Overweight" at BMI of […]
Are we there yet?
References for Body Surface Area Back to BSA report page 5. A report by Thanh Vu, B.Sc. (pharm), ( click here to go to the Body Surface Area BSA calculator ) References Favier M., de CAzanove F, Saint-Martin F, Bressolle F, Preventing medication errors in antineoplastic therapy. American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy. 51:832-833, 1994. […]
Lose weight looking like a mummy
Make a weight losses body wrap with a variety of ingredients found in nature, and in your pantry as well. You can make a herbal body wrap with essential oils like lavender, lemongrass, sage or sandalwood, or herbs such as rose petals, chamomile flower powder or clay (green clay stimulates circulation and detoxifies the skin). […]
She’ll be coming round the mountain
Comments about body mass index in anorexia nervosa This article has lots of good data, showing the BMI levels of patients with anorexia nervosa, at diagnosis, and at long term follow-up throughout their adult lives. I’ve referenced this article because it has a chart showing the BMI percentiles of the German population, using data from […]
This can do your body gooood!
Going green isn’t only great for the environment; diminishing your meat consumption assists your whole entire body. The typical American who exchanges to a healthy reduced-meat or vegetarian diet will lose weight, see amazing progress in their cholesterol profiles and blood sugar levels, reduce cardiovascular risk, and appear healthier as well. Want to lose weight, […]
Shed belly fat and satisfy your sweet tooth!
Because of this, you actually control the smoothie recipes every time. By combining the right ingredients, you can create and make up your own smoothies that taste amazing and also help you drop pounds and lose that fat. It doesn’t take long to learn and figure out what to use and there is no such […]
