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If the thought of never eating another chicken finger or French fry makes you want to throw in the towel on your medical weight loss plan, we have some good news! You don’t have to. Fried fare may get the nickname “heart attack on a plate” for a good reason, but you can get the same amount of crunch without drowning your food in batter.
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Winter does not mean your diet is confined to bland-tasting fruits and vegetables. In fact, winter vegetables hold their own in the flavor and nutrition categories. Shopping for in-season vegetables makes all the difference when it comes to preparing healthy and delicious meals. Add the following winter fruits and vegetables to your grocery list to reap the most health benefits:
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The holiday season can be a trying time for those who are losing weight, and perhaps no holiday is loaded with more food traditions than Thanksgiving.
We are of the philosophy that the holidays only come once a year, so we don’t advocate a strict no-participation approach. However, you also want to be sure that celebrating and enjoying one day doesn’t turn into derailing your medical weight loss plan until after the New Year!
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Summer is the season of heat and humidity. To beat the heat, it’s always nice to be in or near water – a pool, beach, or even a backyard sprinkler, water brings relief and refreshment like nothing else can. That goes for drinking it as well. Water is an integral part of many of your body’s processes. You need H2O to function after all, it makes up 40 to 70 percent of our bodies.
On top of its cooling and intrinsic physiological role, did you know that water can also be your ally in weight loss? Forget the sugary sodas and juices and grab a tall glass of H2O. Here are some of the reasons why: MORE …
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You walk in the door ravenous after a long day, and it seems like the pantry is calling your name. And if you have copious amounts of pretzels or potato chips stashed in the pantry, you know you’re in trouble. Before you know it, you’re in the middle of a binge, unable to stop yourself from eating.
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Channel your inner chef. A new study by John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found those who cook at home eat healthier and consume fewer calories than those who eat out more frequently.
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