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Valentine's Day Is Upon Us: Let's Talk About Chocolate - Linda LaVoire
Hi! My name is Linda and I am a chocoholic. Actually, scientists say there is no such thing as a chocoholic but if there was I'd be one of the worst! I adore chocolate, in all forms, shapes, sizes and flavors. Chocolate contains a small amount of caffeine and, being allergic to caffeine, I have... Submitted 363 days 4 hours ago.

Perceptions of 'fat' People, Funny Dieting and Weightloss Gag Cartoons - - LeahG Artist
The following 'fat lady' cartoons may at first glance give the impression that I am fattist, so I am very keen to explain straight off how I was inspired to draw these 'weight issue' cartoons. I was listening to some women talking about weight, dieting and how people percieve 'fat women'. The... Submitted 1 year 75 days ago.

Losing Baby Weight Can Take Time - Funny Gag Cartoon - - LeahG Artist
This funny gag cartoon was inspired after listening to mums chatting about how long it takes them to lose their baby weight and also the fact they blame their weight on having had a baby even when it's more to do with binge eating than carrying baby weight. Either way, that is the inspiration... Submitted 1 year 79 days ago.

Weight Loss Plan - New Tumble Dryer Diet Creates Incentive to Lose Pounds and Burn Fat - Julian Price
Most polite people wouldn’t really describe me as fat. Not to my face at least! To be honest, I really didn’t consider myself as fat until after some routine tests at the hospital; a doctor kindly informed me that I was “clinically and medically obese”. Ouch! Admittedly... Submitted 1 year 186 days ago.

The Lazy Person’s Two Step Diet (Easy)! - - e
Who has time to count calories? Or shop for exotic, low calorie, super foods, (acai berries?) or sign up for all the latest fad diets? I certainly know that I don't. I remember times in my life when dieting was not a problem. Playing football and burning up three or four thousand calories a... Submitted 1 year 218 days ago.

What Is SENSA and Does It Work? - Laura Trahan
SENSA is quickly becoming the talk of everyone around the food buffet. The question is what is it and will it actually work? SENSA is not new. Surprisingly, it was first made popular in 2008 in a segment on Dateline. During the time of the Dateline story, Dr. Alan Hirsch had no plans to... Submitted 1 year 290 days ago.

Slim Fast Has Bad Timing With Recall - Asher Ricard
It is the new year and thoughts around the nation turn to weight loss and diets. One of the most well-known diet plans is Slim Fast. However, when I ventured into the diet section to purchase some of those Slim Fast shakes, I was shocked to see there were none on the shelf. Just a flyer that... Submitted 2 years 37 days ago.

The Best Diet in the World -- And, It Won't Cost You a Cent! - Nancy Daniels
My mother was strict, firm, and, at times, hard; but, there was one lesson that she instilled in me which is one of the best pieces of advice I have ever been given. From the earliest age I can remember, my mother taught me to get up from the table feeling like I could eat more. What her... Submitted 2 years 75 days ago.

Some Thoughts On Excess Body Weight - Joyce Dunn
I don't like to shop. Never have. The latest fashion trends rarely appeal to me. Maybe it's a genetic mutation, I don't know. I tend to keep my clothes until they wear out. In recent years, shopping for clothes has become an even bigger hassle for me. Let me explain. Recently I wanted to find... Submitted 2 years 112 days ago.

How Do You Build Self Control? - - Jay Hopson
Self control. Have we forgotten this virtue? It has become unpopular to mention in polite society, but self control is the only way to become successful at any endeavor. Weight loss is not possible without self control. I know all the diet books tell us it isn't our fault if we don't succeed, but... Submitted 2 years 146 days ago.

Obese Moms Beware: Your Daughter Is Watching - Laura Trahan
A new study released found that daughters of obese mothers were more likely to be obese. Don't worry moms. Dad isn't off the hook either. The same study found that if dad was obese, then most of the time their son was obese as well. With all the concern over childhood obesity over the last few... Submitted 2 years 213 days ago.

Drinking Coffee Can Reverse Alzheimer's - Abigail Richards
Those who know me, know that I am a coffee-aholic. Which explains why this writing might not make much sense. We have been out of coffee for a few days. After months of staying away from Starbucks, we did venture out this week only to find that our cups of craved caffeine were lacking. Hence... Submitted 2 years 220 days ago.

I Want to Be a Loser! Successfully Tracking Weight Loss on a Low-Carbohydrate Diet - Danny Davids
Start: Mar 23 2009; 322 lbs Now: Jun 23 2009; 293 lbs Weight Loss to Date: 29 lbs Three months and nearly 30 pounds lighter. I have commented to several people that when I attempted the Atkins diet back in the late 90s, I lost 30 pounds in five months. I have beat that record by two... Submitted 2 years 232 days ago.

Want To Lose Weight? Bet Dieting New Craze For Weight Loss - Asher Ricard
A new craze is taking the United States and United Kingdom by storm. It is something known as bet dieting designed to keep individuals motivated in their weight loss struggles. Bet dieters join a website and vow to lose a certain amount of weight in a certain amount of time. What happens when... Submitted 2 years 264 days ago.

Is "The Biggest Loser" Unrealistic, Contorted? - Pat Barone
I know this may be a controversial stand to take. "The Biggest Loser" is a popular show and many of my fans like it a lot. It's not that I haven't tried to like it. I have! But the bottom line is it is unhealthy. And I think many of the uses and abuses of the contestants should be a... Submitted 2 years 272 days ago.

Get Off the Tracks!!! - Myla Madson
Life is a funny thing. You're plodding along, working diligently towards your goals, and just when you think you can see the light at the end of the tunnel you suddenly realize you're looking the wrong way. Where did you get turned around? Was it in Altoona, or perhaps Hackensack? You don't know... Submitted 2 years 359 days ago.

15 Principles of Diet, Weight Loss, Nutrition and Health - - Mogama
Do you really want to... lose weight and keep it off permanently? become emotionally sound and mentally alert? experience lots of energy every day? live virtually free of headaches, stomach aches, allergies, cold & flu, etc? bounce back with lightning speed... Submitted 3 years 35 days ago.

Body Building Run Amok - Joel Hendon
Almost all have knowledge of the body builders efforts and dedication just to have a large muscular body and I suppose most men have a subtle desire to look at least partially like some of those men. I know that I always wished that I could develop muscles and shape like a moderate body builder... Submitted 3 years 67 days ago.

Yo-Yo Dieting, Choices, Diets and Weight Loss - - Mr. Keith
Losing weight is all about never giving up. The person that is a success at weight loss will know that in order to truly achieve weight loss success, the "diet" is never really over. The person who is only trying to lose weight by dieting is doomed to a life of either obesity or a life of yo-yo... Submitted 3 years 93 days ago.

Pizza and Mirrors Do Not Mix Well - - Mr. Keith
It was not too long ago that I was 17 years old and then just the other day I looked in the mirror and I realized I am almost 50. That may sound strange but that is really a true statement. I do not know how that person showed up in the mirror but sure enough, every time I look he is there... Submitted 3 years 100 days ago.

Does Anybody Remember Fruit? - - Mr. Keith
Many people who try to lose weight do well all day long avoiding food that is less than optimal for weight loss. Are you one of those people who can eat sensible food choices all day long while at work yet when you come home you just have to keep those fingers busy feeding your face? Do you spend... Submitted 3 years 128 days ago.

Trimming the Fat: Obese Alabama Workers Will Have to Pay for Health Insurance - Danny Davids
Somebody in Alabama wants to change the stereotypical Southern image of an overweight man wearing a wifebeater, sitting in a recliner, and scarfing down chips and beer while watching television. State officials are putting the state's 37,000-plus workers on a weight-loss program: Lose weight on... Submitted 3 years 159 days ago.

So!! Why Am I not Losing Weight?? - - Lee Coyne
I work out four to five days each week. I eat "low fat / no fat" everything and I carefully count Calories. I never eat after 6:00 P.M. and I rarely eat desert. I eat whole grains and try to follow the recommended food guide. I have been faithful to this program for nearly two years but I still... Submitted 3 years 183 days ago.

How to Get Rid of Cellulite - Michele Miller
There is something very annoying and embarrassing about cellulite. Cellulite is one of those nuisances that seem to plague the female race. Regardless of age size or shape. So what is it, why do we get it and how is cellulite gotten rid of? We must first start by understanding what it is.... Submitted 3 years 187 days ago.

Where Did All The Overweight People Go? - - Mr. Keith
I went to the theater today and plunked down my money and bought my popcorn and settled down for the show. As I sat there and watched the show I realized that the world up on that silver screen was perfect. I am not referring to the situation of the movie I am talking about the people in the... Submitted 3 years 237 days ago.