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Lauren Proper

Complications Increase During Pregnancy For Obese and Overweight Mothers and Their Babies

Written by Lauren Proper on May 1, 2009 - 1:30pm

It’s no secret that being overweight or obese is hazardous to your health. But what many overweight and obese women don’t consider is the effect that this may have on their unborn child during pregnancy.

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Latest Comment by Rosa Cabrera on November 20, 2009 - 6:40am View Comments
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Mark Dilworth Her Writer

Yoga And Weight Training Work Well Together

Written by Mark Dilworth on November 20, 2009 - 12:16am

Combining yoga and weight training can have mental, emotional and physical benefits. If you've been thinking about taking a yoga class, go right ahead. You need to learn to do yoga correctly to get maximum benefits.

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Jillian Michaels diet pills do they really work?

ASKED by unhappyinbrookland on August 14, 2009 - 8:58pm

Has anyone tried the new Jillian Michaels QuickStart Rapid weight loss program, Maximum strenght fat burner pills, or the Thincare international Jillian Michaels maximum strenght calorie control table

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Tina Marcantel Her Writer

Six Healthy Habits You Can Start TODAY!

Written by Tina Marcantel on July 11, 2009 - 8:59am

Everybody wants to be healthy, right? Although there are some things we can't control about our health, there are many things we can. By developing healthy habits that we practice on a daily basis, we can tip the odds in our favor for living a long and vibrant life.

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Mark Dilworth Her Writer

Burn More Fat With 20-Minute Workouts!

Written by Mark Dilworth on November 17, 2009 - 10:42pm

If you want to burn more fat, “ramp up” the intensity of your workouts to get more progress with your fat loss and weight loss! Usually, its easier to lose weight at the beginning of your exercise program. This is especially true if you are, let's say, 50 pounds overweight. At this point, your metabolism is "running high" because of the excess weight. And, if you have not been active, your body will respond quickly to any new exercise activity.

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Mary Sornberger Her Writer

Depression Lifts as Self Esteem Increases, Part 2

Written by Mary Sornberger on November 17, 2009 - 3:47pm

You see, Kathy’s social worker found out during their chat that Kathy loves to sing, but she only sings around the house.

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Joanne Sgro Her Writer

Exercise Optimally and Injury Free

Written by Joanne Sgro on November 17, 2009 - 12:01pm

When it comes to working out, safety is of the utmost importance. That being said, there are certain steps one should take in preventing and dealing with injuries.

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Mary Sornberger Her Writer

Depression Lifts as Self-esteem Increases, Part 1

Written by Mary Sornberger on November 17, 2009 - 11:39am

The National Eating Disorder Association states that “People with negative body image have a greater likelihood of developing an eating disorder and are more likely to suffer from feelings of depressi

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