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Size ain’t nothing but a thing, the psychology behind why your weight loss may have stalled and other top health-related news stories, blogs, celebrity weight loss updates and studies from around the web. Only the best. All in one convenient place.

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When it comes to fitness, size doesn’t matter
Vancouver Sun
By: Helen Vanderburg

There’s a new trend in fitness, and we like it. It’s based on the idea that fitness is not about being skinny, but rather being in-shape and strong. That’s what’s so great about this article. It’s very forward thinking, and it shows that fitness should not be determined by the way we look, but rather by the way it makes us feel. Read more →
 

News & Articles

Are you too ashamed to lose weight?
Brisbane Times
By: Alyce Vayle

Interesting article about the psychology behind weight loss. Some experts think people’s mindset is preventing them from losing weight, that they feel too much shame when they fail or struggle to maintain weight loss that they just give up. Read more →













Alcoholic Nutrition Labels: Are You Drinking Away Your Calories
ABC
By: Jake Iversen

You may have recently heard that alcoholic beverage companies may soon be providing nutritional information to customers. But what do people think of the fact that they are likely drinking hundreds of excess calories every time they go out for a night on the town? Check out this video to get some real people’s opinion. The video →


Company Recalls Weight Loss Supplements
Associated Press

Yet another reason to stop using the quick-fix schemes and just lose weight and get healthy the right way. A supplement company is recalling two weight loss drugs after using a controlled substance - Sibutramine - in its product - a substance that was outlawed after the USDA found that it could lead to coronary artery disease, heart failure and a whole host of other issues. Read more →
 

Celebrity Weight Loss

‘16 & Pregnant’ Star Starts Hawking Weight-Loss Shakes 2 Seconds After Giving Birth
The Stir
By: Lindsay Mannering

Danielle Cunningham, a star of MTV’s 16 & Pregnant, started tweeting about wanting to lose 30 pounds and trying a quick-fix fad diet to get there, immediately after giving birth to her second child. In poor taste? Read more →


Christina Aguilera skinny again, but ‘Fresh Diet’ isn’t how she lost weight
Examiner.com
By: Paula Mooney

Famous singer Christina Aguilera recently lost quite a noticeable amount of weight, which she said she accomplished by eating the Fresh Diet. But wait - that was a lie. Find out what she really did, and why she lied. Read more →
 

Blogs

19 Tips for a Healthier Mind, Body and Start-up
Under 30 CEO

Making the commitment to change your body and lose weight is great. But how can you combine that with a commitment to get your mind healthy as well? These 19 tips give you a great guide to losing weight, staying (or getting fit) and applying those same principles to your mind as well. Read more →


The Weight Loss Secret You’ve Never Heard of
Shape Magazine

Hit a plateau? Can’t seem to make your body budge past a certain point? Then Shape Magazine may have the answer why - and it comes down to a part of your body that you may never have thought of before (especially when it comes to weight loss). Your liver. Why? Find out →


10 Tips for Ordering Healthy Sushi
U.S. News
By: Keri Gans

For a lot of Americans, sushi makes the list as their favorite foods. Who doesn’t love those delicious rolls of fish, rice, avocado and cream cheese dipped in soy sauce and devoured via chopsticks? Sushi is also a relatively healthy option for eating out. But be careful, ordering sushi in certain ways can mean excess calories and fat. By following these 10 tips for ordering healthy sushi, you can still divulge without putting on excess pounds. Read more →


There’s Always Time to Fit in a Run & New Running Buddies
Running With the Girls
By: Jennifer Boudreau

If you’ve ever loved something more than you can describe and found yourself in a spot where you can’t do it, then you’ll likely relate to Jennifer’s post. Stuck in a conference room all day, Jennifer found herself daydreaming about running, and was lucky enough to be seated next to another lady who was doing the same. A new running partner relationship was formed. Check out this fun post on how there’s always time to fit in what you love. Read more →


Runnin’ away from “Running”
Double Chin Diary
By: Alyssa Curran

If running’s not your thing, then this is the post for you. Alyssa starts with a comical breakdown of why she doesn’t understand people who wake up at 5 in the morning to jog around the city, but then dives into the underlying issues of exactly why she and running have had difficulties in the past. When she figured it out and altered accordingly, she may have just found out the appeal. What was the problem? Read more →
 

Studies

Mediterranean Diet May Prevent Second Heart Attacks
via: News Fix

A small study out of France found that not only can eating the Mediterranean diet (rather than the Western diet) help reduce your first risk of heart-attack, but it can also reduce the risk of having a second one. And a pretty significant reduction in risk at that. Read more →


Low protein, low calorie diet reduces cancer risk
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
via: Food Consumer

Eating fewer calories and lots of veggies not only can help your waistline, but can also work wonders for ensuring you don’t get cancer, according to a new study. Combine that with endurance exercise, and you are way more likely to have a life full of longevity and happiness. Read more →


Weight loss improved memory performance in obese women
via: Healio

Following a Paleo-style diet (and getting the subsequent weight loss results) had an added benefit to overweight women in this study: it greatly improved their cognitive abilities too. Especially their memory, a key element to performing well at work and living a long life. Read more →


High-fat diet may increase Alzheimer’s risk
JAMA Neurology
via: Fox News

If you want to avoid developing the debilitating disease of Alzheimer’s later in life, then it might be best to put down the cheeseburger and opt for a healthy salad with grilled chicken instead. A new study found a concerning link between the chemicals found in high-fat foods and the risk of developing Alzheimer’s. People who ate lower-fat, lean proteins were much less likely to contract the disease. Read more →


Go Low-Carb to Maintain Weight Loss
British Journal of Nutrition
via: Huliq

A new study revealed some interesting results: low-carb diets are better for maintaining long-term weight loss than low-fat diets. In addition, low-carb can even be safe and effective for people who have an intolerance to carbohydrates as well as those who are insulin-resistant. All the more reason to put down the French bread and pick up the bacon (and who doesn’t love bacon, right?) Read more →



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Author: Caitlin H
Diet-to-Go Community Manager

Caitlin is a journalist by trade and an avid runner. She is passionate about maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle and encouraging people to engage in common-sense eating. Caitlin believes in living a well-rounded life, to include balancing time with family, friends, fitness and food.

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