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Happy Friday the 13th!
It's Friday the 13th! Do you believe in superstitions? People still tend to believe in common superstitions despite all the technological and scientific advances in today's world. Performing little rituals or honoring good or bad luck omens can give people a sense of control in their lives. Many superstitions have grown…
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Poll: Do You Wear Makeup to the Gym?
I've definitely dabbed on some concealer before heading out the door, but for the most part I’m of the mindset that the gym is for sweating, not modeling. What about you? Does wearing a full face of makeup help you feel empowered or just weighed down?
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Low Fat Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients: 1 pound frozen Shredded Potatoes, thawed 4 oz Turkey Sausage, cooked & crumbled 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese 1 cup Egg Beaters Egg Substitute 1/8 tsp Salt, or to taste 1/8 tsp Black Pepper, or to taste 1/8 cup red pepper, finely chopped 2 Tbsp onions, finely chopped Directions:…
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Poll of the Day: Do You Actually Read Nutrition Labels?
Time to 'fess up: We all know that it's important to be aware about what we're feeding our bodies, but do you actually take the time to read nutrition labels, look up calorie counts, and more?
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How to Eat Mexican Food and Stay Thin
I love mexican food! I used to think I had to avoid mexican food because it was ”fattening,” but after I started living the thin lifestyle, I found ways to eat mexican food and maintain a happy weight. Knowing what’s in mexican food is the trick; knowledge is power. Here are 5 ways to enjoy mexican food — and not gain…
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Healthy Chicken Salad
Loaded with colorful veggies and the juicy punch of grapes in every bite, this easy, lightened up chicken salad is a perfect lunch dish! For the chicken, feel free to cook however you see fit: roast it, pan fry it, even boil it! You can definitely adjust the ratio of grapes/veggies/chicken to your liking, as well.…
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Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini Boats
A fun twist on a mexican favorite! Summer zucchini hollowed out and stuffed with shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, cheese and scallions. Serve this with cilantro lime rice and you'll have yourself a fiesta! http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/08/chicken-enchilada-stuffed-zucchini-boats.html
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State Fair of Texas fried food finalists revealed!
Chicken Fried Cactus Bites, Deep-Fried Divine Chocolate Tres Leches Cake, Deep Fried Jambalaya, Deep Fried Mac-N-Cheese Slider, Fried Bacon Cinnamon Roll, Fried Mexican Fire Crackers, Fried Pork Wing, and Picnic on a Stick. The Best Taste and Most Creative entries will be selected on Labor Day. Read more:…
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Guiltless Banana Split in a Jar
An awesome, healthy dessert .. guiltless banana split in a jar! http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/08/guiltless-banana-split-in-jar.html#more
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Water! WATER! It’s a FLOOD!
We all know we have to drink lots of water while trying to lose weight….Wait, you didn’t know that? Ohhhh, you’ve been ignoring that! Here’s the deal people – Water is essential to all of the physiological processes in our body. Without water, we can’t poop, pee, think or even BREATHE! We need it to keep our joints…
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Taco Popcorn
This low-fat and low-carbohydrate treat is excellent for your next movie night. The spices add an interesting flavor to the snack. If one serving doesn't fill you up, have two — they'll count as only 1 carbohydrate exchange. Prep time: 15 minutes Ingredients: • 7½ cups air-popped popcorn • butter-flavored cooking spray…
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The Oz 100 Ultimate Weight Loss Quiz
Losing weight is never easy. Every pound you shed is the direct result of your dedication to healthy eating and regular exercise. To commemorate the 100th episode of The Dr. Oz Show, Dr. Oz welcomed 100 individuals who had lost over 100 lbs each – and each member of the “Oz 100” shared their #1 tip for weight loss. Whether…
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Is salt making you fat?
How does salt make you gain weight? Salt increases hunger… Research shows that consuming salt triggers the release of dopamine, the neurotransmitter associated with the brain's pleasure center, making salty foods as addictive as nicotine and alcohol. Therefore, as with any addiction, eating salty foods makes you crave…
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Finding Your Happy Weight
It’s the weight that makes your heart sing when you step on the scale in the morning. Go above, and you’re not as happy. Go below, and maybe you are a little happier – because then you can go to Golden Corral that day and eat a few more calories! I first found my happy weight by deciding it on a height & weight chart, and…
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Poll: How old is too old to wear a ...?
A UK diet company called Diet Chef recently did a poll asking people when they should stop wearing certain things. Bikini, miniskirt, UGG boots…they asked about it all. But if you want to see what other people think here's when you're too old to wear ... • Bikini – 47 • Miniskirt – 35 • Tube top – 33 • Stilettos – 51…
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Dr. Oz's 10 Weight-Loss Commandments
Day 1: Thou Shall Not Wear Pants That Stretch What Dr. Oz says: "When you wear stretchy clothes, it's difficult to tell if you are gaining weight because you gain weight without realizing it. When you wear clothes that fit with a set size you let clothes be your gauge. They alert your body if something is getting a little…
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Cranberry Spritzer
This is a nice refreshing drink to have on a hot summer day. Be creative and try different flavors of juice for this recipe! Prep time: 1 minute Ingredients: • 3 oz. cranberry juice cocktail • 7 oz. diet lemon lime soda • ice cubes Utensils: • measuring cup • cup Directions: 1. Fill glass with ice cubes. 2. Add juice and…
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Inspirational Quotes from Olympians
What personal mantra or saying helps get you through a challenging time? Falling in life is inevitable—staying down is optional. —Carrie Johnson, two-time Olympic kayaker Breathe, believe and battle. My former coach, Troy Tanner, told us that before each match. Breathe—reminds you to be in the moment. Believe—have have…
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How to Tighten Loose Skin?
It feels great when you lose weight. But with everything good comes a bad side. You are left with extra, flabby skin dangling loosely at the sides of your arms and hips. Learn how to tighten loose skin with the tips given here. 1. Lose weight carefully - First of all, it is important that you do not lose weight all too…
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Poll: Which Olympic Sport Motivates Us Most?
Wherever I choose to watch and cheer, the Olympics usually inspire in me and I get pumped to go work out. Regardless of what it is about the Olympics that motivates YOU (the team camaraderie, the unbelievable athleticism, or the outstanding focus and determination)- the best part of all is experiencing all of the fans…
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Poll: Should There Be A Ban on Large Sodas?
State governments are stepping up their efforts to tackle the nation’s extremely high obesity rate. Just the idea that more than one-third of all Americans are now considered obese according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, is enough to make you put that trenta-sized beverage from Starbucks down. In fact,…
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A true inspiration to us all!
Oscar Pistorius is the first double amputee ever to compete in track and field at the Olympics. Today he advanced to the 400 meter semi-finals in the Olympics. He has a bible verse, 1 Corinthians 9:26-27, tattooed on his left shoulder. The tattoo begins, "I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man…
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The insane junk-food diets of high-endurance Olympians
Pizza, beer, and ice cream are actually staples for some elite athletes, who gorge themselves on mountains of unhealthy food to meet 6,000-calorie daily quotients. Most of us have to carefully count calories and convince ourselves that salad is rewarding if we want to avoid obesity. Not so for Olympic-level endurance…
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Hey Fat Girl!
Yes, you. The one feigning to not see me when we cross paths on the running track. The one not even wearing sports gear, breathing heavy. You’re slow, you breathe hard and your efforts at moving forward make you cringe. You cling shyly to the furthest corridor, sometimes making larger loops on the gravel ring by the track…
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Healthy Cooking Magazines You Must Read
Women today are getting more cognizant regarding health and well-being. From making the right meal choices to healthy cooking, they want to experiment it all. Healthy cooking is important as it prevents diseases and increases the immune power of the body. Healthy cooking keeps you fit and active as you get all the…
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Poll: What's Your Top Reason for Losing Weight?
1. I want to lose weight for an upcoming special event 2. I want to lose weight because I think I'll be happier if I'm thinner 3. I want to lose weight because I'm worth it 4. I want to lose weight to get healthy and feel energized 5. I want to lose weight for someone else
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Only One Pound
Hello, do you know me? If you don't, you should. I'm a pound of fat, And I'm the HAPPIEST pound of fat that you would ever want to meet. Want to know why? It's because no one ever wants to lose me; I'm ONLY ONE POUND, just a pound! Everyone wants to lose three pounds, five pounds, or fifteen pounds, but never only one. So…
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Take Baby Steps
•“It is better to take many small steps in the right direction than to make a great leap forward only to stumble backward.” ~Old Chinese Proverb •“Every choice you make has an end result.” ~Zig Ziglar •“Little by little does the trick.” ~Aesop •“One may walk over the highest mountain one step at a time.” ~John Wanamaker…
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Turkey Stuffed Peppers
These stuffed peppers are loaded with flavor and make a great dinner with a salad on the side. Not all stuffed peppers are cooked in tomato sauce. I used ground lean turkey and rice for a healthy, low point meal. Also great with brown rice. Make extra so you can have leftovers for lunch. • 1 lb lean chopped turkey meat • 1…
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The Word
And God populated the earth with broccoli and cauliflower and spinach, green and yellow vegetable of all kinds, so Man and Woman would live long and healthy lives. And Satan created McDonald's. And McDonald's brought forth the 99-cent double-cheeseburger. And Satan said to Man, "You want fries with that?" And Man said,…
