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Helping people control the risk factors associated with metabolic syndrome is a big priority, and a new programme has been developed to help tackle it head on. Metabolic syndrome affects one in for adults in the USA, making it one of the…

Your colon works to keep your body free of waste and toxins, so it's important for a healthy body that your colon is clean. Recently, colon cleansing has become increasingly popular so this very reason, with many people seeking out new ways…

Losing weight can be a lot of hard work, and usually involves following a very strict diet and exercise program in order to make sure that the calories you take into your body are fewer than the calories you expend in exercise and normal…

If you're trying to lose weight, you'll no doubt be wondering which exercise regime provides the best and fastest results. Is it cardio or weights? Well, the truth it that it's both. A combination of the two provides you with each set of…

Many people want to lose weight for aesthetic reasons, but there is more to maintaining a healthy weight than looking good. Perhaps you should be more concerned about the risks to your health, and especially to your heart. How Weight Can…

Most people who have a weight problem know pretty much everything there is to know about weight, their wellbeing and the things that they should be doing in order to lose weight and improve their wellness. There is a big difference,…

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you’ll know that half the battle is in your mind. This is where hypnosis weight loss programmes come in. When you’re under hypnosis — a state of inner absorption and concentration — you are highly…

The aspect of “mind over matter” may seem like an outdated institution, but when it comes to weight loss, it might be the next best thing! Spirituality embraces all aspects of yourself – your mind, your body and your spirit, which can…

If you have put on a few extra pounds, getting rid of them is probably something that you’re gearing yourself up for. Nobody likes carrying any extra weight, and it’s not healthy, either – being overweight can bring about its own set of…

Childhood obesity is a serious problem, affecting the wellness of millions of children across the world. It is very difficult to deal with weight issues in children, as they are at such a vulnerable age and any perceptions that they get…

A clear link has now been proved between obesity and a type of arthritis known as osteoarthritis, which is linked to osteoporosis. This is thought to be down to systemic factors as well as a number of biomechanical factors. A leading…

There are many ways that quitting smoking improves your wellbeing, but researchers have found that many people are reluctant to give up smoking because they’re worried about gaining weight. However, the same team of American researchers…

It’s widely accepted that the best way to lose weight is to follow a balanced diet and get plenty of exercise. But do you need to join a gym to get the best weight-loss results from your exercise? No – The Ex-gym Member I’ve been a…

There have been a number of articles recently suggesting that weight loss can be promoted by having your main meals at specific times in the day. According to a number of reports including one from the Daily Mail, you should have a large…

Whether you are trying to shed five pounds or 55 pounds, everyone has something to say about weight loss. However, a lot of these pieces of advice are based on little more than myth and old wives’ tales, and could do your wellbeing more…

All parents want the best for their children and this includes making sure they are physically healthy and confident about their own body image. But getting children to eat well, exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle can…

Whether you feel letdown by your results or just plain bored with your routine, trying to lose weight can really do a number on your mental health. But does it have to? Here are five weight loss tips that are actually helpful for your…

For most people a healthy and steady relationship is the ambition. This leads into family and kids, moving in and then growing old together. But the first step is always that relationship with a person you love. This can be tricky for a lot…

There are many different ways we can tell if we're overweight. We might find our favourite jeans feel too tight, or our jumpers don't seem to give us the same freedom of movement around our arms. Most of us just rely on our weighing scales…

Since the 15th century, people have been using hatha yoga to improve their lives. It works by helping you to find a balance in the three main components of wellness; mind, body and spirit. The word yoga literally means the union or working…

Having a gastric band fitted in order to lose weight may seem like a drastic step. But for many people who have repeatedly tried and failed to lose weight, it can seem like the only option. As more and more overweight people investigate…

Many people choose a vegetarian diet for health or ethical reasons. But when it comes to shedding the pounds, will a vegetarian diet help you lose weight? Yes –Libby When I started university I was about three stone overweight. That’s…

People tend to try to lose weight at similar points in the year. Either the Christmas bulge leads you to make an unlikely New Year’s resolution, or the prospect of dieting for Lent makes you think ‘hmm, summer’s round the corner…’ However,…

While there’s no substitute for diet and exercise, there are weird ways you can take care of your wellbeing and lose weight that actually work. Whether it’s checking your emails or sitting in the dark, these weird and wonderful habits can…

Women need to do much more exercise than men to achieve the same weight and fitness outcomes. New research has revealed that women doing the same fitness programme as men have to work 20% harder than the men to get the same results. The…

There are many reasons why you need to get better acquainted with the exercise machines at the gym. These machines can bump up your metabolism by nearly 20% for at least two hours after your workout, leading to better weight loss. These…

Most of us who have tried to lose weight are sure to agree – it isn't easy. Instead of slimming down and staying at a healthy weight we may find that our body mass index fluctuates from year to year as we attempt new diets that don't work…

Studies have shown that just one cup of coffee a day during pregnancy could lead to your baby being born underweight. The current UK guidelines on pre-natal caffeine consumption may not be in-depth enough, according to the Scandinavian…

Doing exercise on a regular basis can do wonders for your wellness, but did you know it can also help improve your sexual wellbeing? For many years, doctors and scientists have been very vocal about the health benefits of exercise. It can…

With the New Year well underway, it's no secret that one of the most common resolutions is to loose more weight. It's also no secret that losing weight can be a difficult and arduous process, made even more difficult by…