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Lose Weight With This 7-Day Meal Plan: Lose Belly Fat

Overweight does not necessarily equal unhealthy. There are actually plenty of overweight people who are in excellent health. Conversely, many normal weight people have the metabolic problems associated with obesity. That’s because the fat under the skin is actually not that big of a problem (at least not from a health standpoint, it’s more of […]

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Common Foods That Affect Your Thyroid Health

Goitrogens are substances in food that can wreak havoc on the function of your thyroid gland. Goitrogens get their name from “goiter”, which is what an enlarged thyroid gland is called. You might have never heard of the words “goiter” or “goitrogenic” but if you’ve been affected by thyroid problems, you’ll definitely want to adjust what […]

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How To Avoid Having Keto KILL Your Thyroid

While the keto diet’s low-carb lifestyle has been touted as a successful way to lose weight, if you have existing thyroid problems, then going keto can do more harm than good. The ketogenic diet is getting a lot of buzz lately for its ability to reduce inflammation, promote rapid weight loss, and even reverse certain […]

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Over 40? Avoid These Metabolism Killing Diets

YOUR METABOLISM DETERMINES WHETHER YOU ARE GOING TO BE A FAT-BURNER OR A FAT-STORER.  Strong, lean muscles don’t just help you look good on the beach, they’re vital for your overall health and well-being. Skeletal muscle strength and function gives you the stability you need to stand up straight, move, walk, and balance. Good and […]

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What Coconut Oil Does To Your Body

Want to Supercharge your health, your energy levels, and your fat loss? If so, it’s time! Time for what? Time to get on the coconut oil bandwagon that’s what. Coconut oil is catching fire all around the world as many people clue in to the a-m-a-z-i-n-g health benefits it has to offer. Just how amazing? […]

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7 “Healthy” Fruits That Cause More Belly Fat

A number of national and international health organizations laud the benefits associated with a diet rich in colorful fruits and vegetables and recommend that folks increase their consumption to reduce the risk of developing lifestyle-related conditions, including overweight and obesity. Despite the myriad benefits, many health professionals often recommend that folks limit fruit intake when […]

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What Ketosis Does To Your Hormones

It only takes a quick Google search to see it. The hottest diet of the past few years is the Ketogenic Diet. In fact, it was the #1 searched diet of 2016. Why? First, it can and does work quickly for weight loss. Second, it’s extremely therapeutic and diabetic friendly. Third, it allows you to […]

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