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Stop Calling Me Skinny!
Why is it acceptable to call someone skinny, but not okay to call someone fat? In a recent reflective blog I explain how I really feel about being
5 Nutrient-Dense Vegetables You Should Eat
To obtain adequate amounts of essential vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting antioxidants you should be consuming five or more servings of a varie
Easy Ways to Incorporate Healthy Fats Into Your Diet
Healthy fats like monounsaturated and polyunsaturated (omega-3) fatty acids are contained in a multitude of foods. Regularly consuming food sources of
Top 7 Healthiest Processed Foods
Not all processed foods are bad for your health. While some are highly processed containing large amounts of calories, unhealthy fats, sugar, and sodium, there are a multitude of minimally processed foods that are lower in calories and rich in essential vitamins and minerals. The following processed
Top 5 Anti-Inflammatory Food Sources
Inflammation drives the progression of a number of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, and obesity. Many f
The Role of Protein During Dieting
Protein is an essential macronutrient and a key component of a healthy balanced diet, especially for those who exercise regularly. It is primarily res
Nutrition Tip: Eat Anti-Inflammatory Foods Every Day
Inflammation drives the progression of a number of chronic diseases including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, and obesity. Many food sourc
How to Lose the Gut and Not the Butt
Are you one of many women who are skeptical about weight loss for a fear that losing too much weight will reduce the size of your butt? You may even b
Is Eating Pork Good or Bad for Your Health?
A student recently contacted me for facts on why people should not eat pork as she was writing a paper on the topic. I found it quite ironic that she
How to Add Healthy Fats to Your Diet
A growing body of research suggests that healthy fats should be incorporated into the diet in order to improve cholesterol. Check out my latest blog a
5 Ways To Get Rid Of Your Muffin Top
If you are one of the many individuals out there struggling with an unsightly appearance of fat just above the waistline ("muffin top") then these 5 f
Point to Ponder: Overindulgence & Weight Management
Overindulging in food and alcohol over the weekend can be a major hinderance to successful weight management. Don't let your hard work go in vain for
Cancer in African Americans: Gap Closing for Some Sites; Widening for Others
(American Cancer Society) The cancer death rate for men declined faster among African Americans than among whites in the latest time period, narrowing
What You Need To Know About Abdominal Fat
If you're not happy with your abs due to the presence of a 'paunch', 'gut' or 'flab' here is something you should know: Your abdominal muscles are
Leaving Your Fat Behind Book Trailer
Book trailer for Dr. Nina Cherie Franklin's new book entitled 'Leaving Your Fat Behind' Visit http://leavingyourfatbehind.com today!
Leaving Your Fat Behind Book Trailer
Book trailer for Dr. Nina Cherie Franklin's new book entitled 'Leaving Your Fat Behind' Visit http://leavingyourfatbehind.com today!
The Secret to Achieving Permanent Weight Loss in the New Year
For many people, January is the most important month of each year. It is the month when most of us feel renewed, refreshed and full of hope and promis
HEALTH TIP: Cut Back On Saturated Fats
Cutting back on foods that are high in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol will greatly reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke. These fats
Nutrition Tip: Parsley's Little Secret
Parsley is more than just a garnish. It is one of the most delicious, resourceful and versatile vegetables around. Besides being extremely low in calo
Weight Loss Tip: Identifying The Right Time To Be More Physically Active
QUICK WEIGHT LOSS TIP - Identify routine opportunities to be more physically active throughout the day. You can start today by: -Taking a brisk
A New Resolution: Breaking The Cycle
Resolving to lose weight in the new year should be a one-off activity. With realistic assumptions and proper planning, 2013 should be the last year yo
An Excellent Way To Tone Up Before, During & After The Holiday's
Resistance training with low weights and a high number of repetitions is a great way to build muscle definition while improving your overall muscular
The Best Way to Use a Leg Press Machine
The leg press machine is a very diverse piece of equipment that allows you to perform a variety of exercises for your legs. When discussing leg exerci
Nutrition Tip: The Blood Orange
The Blood Orange is one of the most deliciously sweet fruits and it is extremely nutrient dense. Besides being a good source of potassium, folic acid
A single day of overindulgence: Hours off your life?
Chicago Sun Times By Eryn Brown The risks of bad behaviors are well known but not necessarily well understood. Most people are aware that binging