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5 Ways to Pump Up Your Metabolism

One of the complaints I am most familiar with when it comes to working out and fitness programs is that a person can plateau and while they may continue their workout or their exercise regimen, they are not losing any more weight or getting in any better shape than they are now. What you need to do at this point is to pump up your metabolism, which may already be running on high, but is now meeting your output of energy in to energy out. Here are 5 ways to pump up your metabolism: Reduce Your Sodium Intake – You … Continue reading →

More Frugal Weight Loss Tips

With all the high-priced weight loss products out there, you might get discouraged thinking you can’t afford to lose weight. The truth is there are plenty of everyday things you can use to help you in your weight loss effort. Read Labels Carefully Often times, the light or “lite” version of many products isn’t that much different than the original. If the fat, calorie, or carb count is not drastically different then why pay more (usually substantially more) for the product? The word lite on the label does not necessarily mean that a product will help you lose weight, so … Continue reading →

Frugal Ways to Lose Weight

Weight loss has become a lucrative industry with all the books, tips, foods, supplements, and aids offered today. If you are trying to lose weight, but are also trying to save money, you have likely noticed that most weight loss products are fairly pricey. Here are some money saving weight loss tips: Drink More Water Drinking water has been proven to help people lose more weight and everyone has access to water. Drinking water before meals will help you feel fuller, so you won’t eat as much, which will save you money on groceries (not to mention saving you calories). … Continue reading →

What is Gastric Banding?

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I told you yesterday that I would discuss gastric banding later in the day, I need to stop using that phrase. Every time I do, it turns out I don’t discuss it until the next day! So you have my apologies for the delay. So as mentioned in Weight Loss News Bites yesterday, gastric banding seems to be gaining popularity as a less invasive surgical procedure for individuals who are only moderately obese. So What Is Gastric Banding? Gastric banding is a surgery that restricts the size of a person’s stomach so they need only consume small amounts of food … Continue reading →

Top Five Weight Loss Motivators

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In honor of Cinco de Mayo, I’m trotting out my favorite thing – yes – you know it: lists! Today’s list is my top five weight loss motivators. These are pretty personal motivators for me and they may work for you or they may not. It’s important to recognize that and in fact, not only do I recognize it, I would love to hear from those of you who read my posts what are your top motivators, you can post them here in the comments or drop me a private note. If I can get enough of them, I’ll publish … Continue reading →