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Fast Food Is Still Getting Fatter

Posted October 29, 2007 at 11:00 AM by Katie Drummond

Section: Her Health, Her Nutrition, Diet Myths, Healthy Eating, Weight Control

With all the talk of fast food restaurants introducing salads and deli-style sandwiches, you’d be inclined to think many had taken a new and healthy approach to quick and easy eating. But don’t get too excited - the latest studies have…

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Book Review: Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes

Posted July 18, 2007 at 02:45 PM by Katie Drummond

Section: Her Fitness, Her Health, Her Nutrition, Diet Myths, Healthy Eating, Product Reviews, Supplements, Vegetarianism, Weight Control, Workout Fuel, Special Features, HAL Reviews

While the most elite competitive athletes have the luxury of a team of coaches, advisors, and dieticians to consult with on a regular basis, the average endurance athlete preparing for an event isn’t so lucky. That’s where Monique Ryan comes…

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Baby steps to eating better: help for the beginner

Posted July 3, 2007 at 04:00 PM by Shannon Clark

Section: Her Fitness, Her Health, Her Motivation, Her Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Weight Control

When you are first starting out on a diet it can be very intimidating. You will find information all over the place and will likely feel overwhelmed and may not even know what’s right from wrong. 

Your best bet is to…

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