Health & Fitness

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Five Things Youre Getting Wrong About Weight And Weight Loss

If Im thin then Im healthy, right? Wrong. There are several misconceptions people have about weight, losing it and whats healthy. Heres the low-down on some myths were better off busting. Kids have to lose weight to shed obesity: As children grow, they put on weight, but how much is normal, and how much is […]

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The Guide To Buying The Coolest Workout Gear

Jo Admiraal, founder of new fitness clothing label Hey Jo, dispenses her smart tips on shopping for workout gear that feels as good as it looks. Anyone who has had the pleasure of wearing Hey Jo[1] leggings (by the cult fitness brand which describes them as ‘luxe for legs’) will know that feeling and looking […]

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Jamba Juice Celebrates One-year Anniversary In Washington, D.c. With Free Smoothie Day Promotion On July 31

EMERYVILLE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Jamba Juice Company, a leading healthy, active lifestyle brand announced today that in celebration of the one-year anniversary of bringing health and wellness to the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, it will give away free 16-ounce smoothies at its Dupont Circle, Union Station and Montgomery Mall locations, which are operated through a joint […]

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Sweeney's Stay-fit Tips

The actress, author of “The Star Attraction” and host of “The Biggest Loser” says she’s in the best shape of her life. Steal her tips for getting a slim, strong, sexy body. Be up for a challenge“When Loser went to Washington, D.C., I ran into Bob Harper in our hotel gym. I was psyched, thinking, […]

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Parents Launch Healthy Vending Franchise After Daughters Celiac Disease Diagnosis

Memphis, TN (PRWEB) July 24, 2013 David and Ginny Szalay have always paid particular attention to their daughters diet since she was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 5. When their daughter was also diagnosed with Celiac disease, they knew it would be even more difficult to find snacks and drinks to […]

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How To Get Tax Deductions For Medical Weight Loss Programs

Canoga Park, CA (PRWEB) July 23, 2013 Its often been said that good health is priceless. However true that is, weight loss comes at a cost. Luckily, medical weight loss programs[1] might actually cost less than you think. Lots of people dont know about the deductions and cost savings they may be able to get […]

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7 Heatwave Fitness Tips

Hydrate Your number one enemy when exercising in the heat is dehydration. As your body struggles to cool itself down in the high temperatures it will start to sweat more, which will expel electrolytes from your body. Even if you dont feel thirsty you can still be dehydrated, so its extremely important that you consistently […]

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Weight Loss Tips From Asian Diet Expert Cathy Margolin, Founder Of Pacific Herbs

Los Angeles, California (PRWEB) July 23, 2013 Being smart about what you eat is the first step to losing weight, said Cathy Margolin, the expert on Asian diet and herbal formulas and founder of Pacific Herbs, online at http://www.PacHerbs.com[1], and marketer of Skinny Boost, based on the #1 weight loss herb formula in Japan. She […]

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Tips For Handling Your Health Care Needs Overseas

WASHINGTON (AP) — An international vacation typically involves months of advance planning, from renewing passports to finding flights and booking hotels. But even the most carefully planned itinerary can be knocked off course by an unexpected health problem. If you’re traveling in a country where you don’t speak the language and your insurance isn’t accepted, […]

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Northeast Ohio Natives Hope Fitness Website Inspires Healthy Changes In The Black Community

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Two Northeast Ohio natives are hoping that their online fitness venture will someday transform them into the go-to experts for all things health- and fitness-related for the black community. Ilen and Lauren Bell are the husband-and-wife team behind Black Fitness Today[1], a website dedicated to helping African-Americans become  more fit and healthy. […]

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