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1.Be realistic. Don’t try to lose pounds during the holidays, instead try to maintain your current weight.

2.Plan time for exercise. Exercise helps relieve holiday stress and prevent weight gain. A moderate and daily increase in exercise can help partially offset increased holiday eating. Try 10- or 15-minute brisk walks twice a day.

3.Don’t skip meals. Before leaving for a party, eat a light snack like raw vegetables or a piece of fruit to cu...

How to choose a breakfast cereal bar based on the following  tips:

For a fiber-rich, healthy breakfast cereal enjoy whole grain cereals like oatmeal, Cheerios, Wheaties, shredded wheat, raisin bran or Kashi.

Add sweetness with fresh, frozen, or fruit canned in its own juice. Give sliced bananas, canned peaches, frozen blueberries, or fresh strawberries a try.

Top it all off with some low-fat milk or soymilk.

If you, your spouse, ...

Coconut water seems to be the latest craze. It wasn't too long ago, when the only way to get coconut water was to buy a whole young coconut and crack it open yourself to get the coconut water inside it. But now...you step into a grocery store and you're bound to run into at least one kind of bottle/packaged coconut water. 

People have been using coconut as part of their diet for thousands of years and on many islands coconut is a staple in their diet. Coconut is not a "nut", ev...

If you want to take your fitness and fat loss to the next level—without spending more time in the gym—then high intensity interval training (also known as HIIT) could be exactly what you're looking for.

Before getting into the details, notice that I didn’t say HIIT would be easier, just that it would take less of your time. In fact, the HIIT approach to cardio exercise is very physically demanding and isn’t for everyone. If you have any cardiovascu...

Avocados

"Every dietitian I know agrees that avocados are a must-eat food. They are a great source of healthy fats, which help fill you up so you'll be less likely to want a snack later on. Plus, they taste really decadent. I love putting avocado slices on my salad; research shows that it helps your body absorb nutrients. And they are the perfect food if you're on the go. When I fly, I stash an avocado in my carry-on. I cut it in half, sprinkle on a little salt and pepper, grab a few cr...

Banana Walnut Protein Muffins

These moist banana muffins are studded with crunchy walnuts—and serve up almost 8 grams of protein each!  

Miniutes to Prepare: 5

Minutes to Cook: 20 

Number of Servings: 12

Ingredients

1 cup white flour

1/2 cup wheat flour

1/3 cup Pure Protein® Plus, French Vanilla Flavor

2/3 cup Splenda

1 cup milk

1/4 cup olive oil

1/2 cup walnuts

If you're new to exercise, overweight, or dealing with pain caused by an injury or a chronic condition like arthritis, your doctor may have recommended that you start a low-impact workout program. But what does "low impact" really mean—and can it really help you burn enough calories to lose weight and get in shape?

For an exercise to be low impact, one foot must always be in contact with the ground or your weight must be supported by water or by a machine. So you've g...

Have you tried the Skinny Shake before, it tastes like a Wendy's frosty:

3/4 cup Almond Milk

about 15 ice cubes

1/2 tsp Vanilla

1-2 Tbsp unsweetened Cocoa powder

1/3 of a Banana

Blend.

Comfort

Avoid any rough fabrics that could chafe or irritate your skin during repetitive movement. Choose materials that let you move and don’t constrict you. Pay closer attention to fit than size, as some workout clothes tend to be smaller and more form fitting than regular clothes. Look for items that have a small percentage of spandex listed on the label. This allows for a greater range of motion during exercise and can provide a very comfortable fit without being skin-tight.

Meet Your Sole Mate

Your feet work hard every day, carrying you through your daily tasks while you walk, stand, carry, lift, climb, clean, work, and exercise. If you neglect your feet—especially during a workout—then your feet with have to deal with swelling, blisters, and lasting discomfort on top of everything else.

One of the best ways to care for your feet is to invest in a good pair of workout shoes. There is nothing worse than trying to work out when you're ex...