Buyers beware!| Feb 24, 2008
Unfortunately, the Power Plate is just one of a multitude of exercise machines, miracle cures or fat loss pills that these infomercials punt. Last year, the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) revealed that of the 300 fitness and weight loss ads they looked at in their study, 40 percent made at least one completely false claim and 55 percent made at least one unsubstantiated claim. (iAfrica.com)
Broncos firing ahead of new NRL season Feb 1, 2008
" Hickmans has also been impressed with the improvements from forward recruits Ashton Sims and Joel Clinton, who are in the hunt to make their debuts against Penrith in the opening NRL round at Suncorp Stadium on March 16. "Ashton has done well with his body fat loss and very well in his beep test along with Joel. " Hickmans said the club's marquee players, including Justin Hodges and Karmichael Hunt have started training late and had not had their final beep tests yet. Meanwhile Brisbane chief... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Brookline gyms tap into New Years resolution market Jan 17, 2008
There are kosher, lactose-intolerant, vegan and time-short nutritional options for fat loss and muscle gain. Don t feel restricted. (Brookline TAB, MA)
More of this story Jan 1, 2008
"And while Oasis' contest is limited to just women, Robert Johnson and his version of "The Biggest Loser" was open to both men and women. Johnson, who is a personal trainer, said he was looking for 20 people to compete in four teams of five in a personalized weight loss competition.The program begins Jan. 3 and runs through Feb. 12, and the team with the best average of weight loss and body fat loss will win.What he got, however, was much more than the 20 he needed."I asked for 20, and I got... (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Use restraint with Christmas lights Dec 21, 2007
it actually will save households money because of lower utility bills". This is the pitch. What is not mentioned in this article is the utility cost increase to make up for this, "savings", which results in a loss for utility companies. And lets not forget the actual cost of the light bulbs to each consumer, utility price increase + purchase of light bulbs = a big fat loss to the consumer. Until Uncle Sam can save me green I will not become green. Thank you for the support Bluto. ". the... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Walk Slim system will get you moving Nov 28, 2007
According to Leslie Sansone, the creator of the Walk Slim system, "Walking is man's best medicine." Sansone's new Walk Slim system is a 5-DVD set that includes a firm band and a super food meal plan to jump start your fat loss. The programs are a Fast Start 1- to 2-mile walk with intervals to boost calorie burn, 3-mile walk, 4-mile fast walk with intervals, and a Fast Firming workout that uses the included firm band to work opposing muscle groups. (Albany Times Union)
The Dietitian Magician: Don't go naked - pasta sensations Oct 31, 2007
Weighing on a scale doesn't let you know how much is water or fat loss ... We must be careful to never, never, never confuse water loss with fat loss. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Surgeons Find That Laparoscopic Banding Procedure Helps Overweight Adolescents Lose Weight and Improve Health Oct 9, 2007
"The reason body composition is important, is that there are a multitude of studies that show that fat loss centrally is much more important than fat loss peripherally. So men who carry their fat in the bellies are at higher risk for bad comorbidities than some women who carry their fat on their hips and thighs." These are commonly called the "apple" and "pear" shapes, respectively. While previously published studies had shown that laparoscopic adjustable banding was effective in producing... (PR Newswire)
The online workout Sep 25, 2007
All bases are covered, from fat loss to preparing for the British Indoor Rowing Championships. Far more than pulling a chain while moving up and down a metal rail is to be found here. (Guardian Unlimited)
Living Smart: Burn more calories with interval training Sep 21, 2007
Recent studies indicate that interval training triggers fat loss more than training at a moderate intensity level for the same duration. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, more calories are burned in short, high intensity exercise. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Coventree: a saga of financial alchemy gone wild Sep 9, 2007
Some of it is locked in limbo, unsaleable, unless they're willing to take a fat loss. Coventree's main business, selling asset-backed commercial paper (ABCP), is dead and its brand is tarnished, if not destroyed. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Legal Steroid? New Anabolic Muscle Builder Revealed Sep 7, 2007
Even though it does not contain any stimulants or energy producing ingredients, Permadrol can also be effectively used in fat loss programs as well. The primary goal of Permadrol is to increase testosterone levels. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Hoodia is the Real Deal Say Leading Experts Aug 30, 2007
Amazing Chinese fat loss secret. Lose 20 Ibs, As Seen On Oprah. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Dan Bornstein's Seven Keys To Fat Loss Aug 18, 2007
There are seven essential steps to fat loss, according to Proactive Performance Institute Owner, Dan Bornstein. Here they are. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Power Plate offers vibrating exercise Jul 21, 2007
The makers of the Power Plate say it also accelerates fat loss, decreases pain, improves joint function, builds muscle tone, reduces stress, increases circulation, enhances immune functions and increases metabolism. Other perks include anti-aging benefits such as improving hormone levels and enhancing collagen production. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Nelson: Grocery offers plenty of savings Jul 15, 2007
" The Athens Save-a-Lot employs about 17 to 18 people. Odle said. Save-a-Lot is a wholly owned subsidiary of Supervalu Inc., a Fortune 100 company. Personal trainer kicks off his own business Adam Head has worked as a personal trainer for five years working first with Athens Personal Fitness, then later at the Omni Club. Following his graduation from the University of Georgia this year and an urge to start his own business, Head recently launched Professional Fitness Solutions, an in-home... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lifetime Fitness Opens Doors in Moriarty Jul 13, 2007
Members can also buy supplements, protein powders and thermogenic products for weight and fat loss, although Leidy cautions against trying to lose weight through diet alone. "They might lose weight, but part of what they lose is muscle, so metabolism drops and then it's harder to lose again," he said. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Running, Hydration, & Weight Loss Jul 2, 2007
Do not confuse short term fluid weight loss with long term fat loss. The fluids must be replaced, but beware of the extra calories. (Suite101.com)
mPower Studio offers safe, motivating workout space for women Jun 22, 2007
Both said the carefully crafted workout schedule touches every aspect of a woman's body and will increase fat loss as well as increasing muscle strength. Patty Stacy, a regular at the fitness center said she was very happy with the center. (Orange Bulletin, CT)
Fatty acid supplement may aid body fat loss Jun 1, 2007
2 grams per day, CLA appeared moderately effective at promoting body fat loss ... As for why the animal fat might benefit human fat loss, Whigham told Reuters Health that CLA appears to affect enzymes responsible for body fat storage. (Yahoo News)
Mum on pension the biggest secret May 19, 2007
" A quick internet search reveals the testosterone that caused Stallone such grief with customs is used for many purposes, including aiding fat loss, helping to gain lean muscle, improving bone density and also provides treatment for ... erectile dysfunction. STICKY CARPET Only in Sydney would the opening of a beer garden attract the red carpet crowd. And yes, a mini red carpet was rolled out on in Oxford Street on Wednesday night for the relaunch of the Paddington Inn, which has undergone a... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
I put on weight despite exercise May 4, 2007
Any fat loss program needs to include weight training, cardiovascular training and a nutrition plan. Id suggest starting with three full body weight training days a week, also mix up your cardiovascular training with 2 interval training sessions a week and 1 aerobic session a week. (iAfrica.com)
Herbal supplement may help treat recurrent bladder infections Apr 10, 2007
(AP): A herbal extract that is sold in health food stores and promoted as an allergy and fat loss aid may improve treatment of bladder infections when it is taken with antibiotics, research suggests ... It is promoted as a treatment for allergies, breathing problems and even fat loss. (Hindu)
Herb may help fight bladder infections Apr 9, 2007
It is promoted as a treatment for allergies, breathing problems and even fat loss. That availability does "absolutely not" mean people should attempt to treat themselves for bladder infections, Abraham said. (FOX59, IN)
Herbal extract may help urinary tract infections treatment Apr 9, 2007
This kid of extract from the Indian coleus plant, Forskolin, can be found in common health food stores and promoted as an allergy and fat loss aid. The team at Duke University Medical Center say that this extract can prevent urinary tract infections in the bladder recurring even after treatment with antibiotics; Forskolin they say has the potential along with antibiotics to kill the bacteria which is the main cause of infections in the bladder. (Xinhua)
Herbal Extract, Forskolin, May Help Combat Bladder Infections Apr 9, 2007
An herbal extract, forskolin, which is currently sold as an aid for allergy or fat loss treatment, may be beneficial for patients with bladder infections when taken in combination with antibiotics, say researchers from Duke, University, USA.. You can read about this new researcher in the journal Nature Medicine. (Medical News Today)
Study examines calorie restriction and glycemic load Apr 9, 2007
"The goal was for both groups to restrict calories by 30 percent and, after one year, both groups had lost an average of 8 percent of their original body weight. We found that the two groups did not differ significantly in their average body fat loss, energy intake, metabolic rate, or reports of hunger and satiety.". The two study diets were carefully matched for factors known to influence food intake during weight-loss efforts, such as palatability, dietary variety, and fiber. (EurekAlert!)
Sculptra(TM), new cosmetic dermatology treatment, creates long-lasting, natural-looking results Apr 4, 2007
It is also suitable for large volume corrections of fat loss mainly due to normal aging. Injected below the surface of the skin in the area of fat loss, Sculptra(TM) provides a gradual and significant increase in skin firmness, improving the appearance of folds and sunken areas. (Canada Newswire)
TrimSpa boss speaks out on Smith autopsy Mar 29, 2007
"If you look into HGH, it's true it does cause fat loss but overall it causes weight gain. Most people take it for building muscles, if you look between 2003 and 2004 she lost 69 pounds and she did it with TrimSpa.". More from Access Hollywood. (MSNBC -- News)
Green tea is a heart-healthy, low-caffeine drink Mar 28, 2007
Green tea may even be linked to fat loss and improved brain function. Because green tea is not fermented, it has less caffeine (about 15 milligrams per cup) than regular black tea (40 milligrams) or regular coffee (90 milligrams and up). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Perk up your diet with yoghurt Mar 21, 2007
Wednesday, March 21, 2007. Mumbai, March 20, 2007. (Hindustan Times, India)
Far north Qld remembers Larry one year on Mar 20, 2007
" Meanwhile, one of the most visible victims of cyclone Larry, the banana industry, is back on its feet. The area around Innisfail produces most of the country's bananas and the crop losses sent prices skyrocketing. There was not a single tree left standing on Martin Buchanan's farm at East Palmerston after Larry passed overhead. Today under a new roof, Mr Buchanan's packing shed is once again running at full capacity, but it has been a tough year. "I made a great big fat loss last year," he... (ABC News Online, Australia -- Weather)
PrimeHoldings' Mindpix, Inc. Announces Completion of Six-Week UltraFlex Lifestyle Study Feb 28, 2007
The 20 Subjects That Participated in the UltraFlex Study Experienced an Average Fat Loss of 16 Lbs ... "An independent third-party conducted all weigh-ins utilizing proven hydrostatic measurement protocols. An average of 16 lbs actual fat loss is incredible," added Mr. Ballif. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Groups target steroid dangers Feb 26, 2007
Proponents claim supplements like DHEA promote muscle growth and fat loss, even though there is no scientific evidence they do either. While they can be purchased without a prescription and ordered online, doctors are concerned they could be harmful to teenagers' health. (SunSpot.net)
Weighing the issues regarding obesity surgery Feb 19, 2007
Even at the lower end of the professionally accepted range for safe fat loss -- 1 pound a week -- the coach could have come under the 300-pound mark in 52 weeks instead of rushing through cursory screening and into surgery. Tufts' new guidelines simply reject the trendy thirst for diagnoses and expensive intervention for what are often behavioral and discipline problems. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Have fun and lose weight with FLEX Feb 3, 2007
The FLEX (Fat Loss ise) program is a 10 week, Hy-Vee supported program monitored by Registered Dietitian, Nicole Arnold. "The program is based off of last year's Biggest Loser competition," said Arnold. (Boone Today, IA)
Strength Training And Fat Loss Jan 10, 2007
By including strength training in your fitness plan you can be sure to be targeting body fat loss from all angles ... This would translate into a one pound fat loss every month without you having to change anything diet wise ... Another great thing that adding muscle mass by strength training will do for you in terms of fat loss is change your total body composition. (Suite101.com)
Down and dirty resolution reminders for fat loss Jan 5, 2007
Advice from the Good Form team. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Cosmetic Wrinkle Filler Approved Dec 30, 2006
The drug was also newly approved to improve the appearance of people with AIDS-causing HIV who have significant facial fat loss (lipoatrophy), the San Mateo, Calif. -based company said. (MEDLINEplus)
Secrets Of Permanent Fat Loss Dec 5, 2006
Marketplace+++Extras++++Site ToolsKPRC Local 2. Custom Tools From eDiets. (Click2Houston, TX)
Post-game blog Dec 3, 2006
another fat LOSS. I think since Chan has put some much stock in Ball that since Ball is graduating and moving on Chan should too. What a let down by the coaches and staff. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Face time: The new injectables Nov 15, 2006
Approved in 2004 for treating facial fat loss in HIV patients, but used off-label by some cosmetic dermatologists. It is reported to last a year or more. (AZCentral -- Business)
Don't celebrate -- or lament -- every change on the scales Nov 1, 2006
Americans put far too much emphasis on day-to-day weight fluctuation, and that doesn't represent real fat loss or gain, says Dr. Drew Anderson, associate professor of psychology at the State University of New York at Albany, who researches obesity and weight loss. If you experience a sudden weight change, it is likely the result of some simple -- and temporary -- factors that include. (Orlando Sentinel)
Pieces of a life, in their hands Oct 30, 2006
The ravages of AIDS - night sweats, vomiting, fat loss, sores, dementia - were taking their toll. After a day hanging out with friends, Conigrave and Caleo returned to their salubrious digs and ordered room service. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Weight Loss and Fitness Myth #9: You Must Consume Less Calories Than You Expend To Lose Body Fat Oct 2, 2006
Supportive nutrition, combined with weight training and cardiovascular exercise will guarantee your body fat loss efforts. If you would like more weight loss and fitness mythbusts go to or e-mail me at to receive the full article. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
The cellulite solution| Sep 25, 2006
When participants combined the exercise program with good eating habits, they doubled the fat loss, losing 3. 9 kilograms of fat (compared to 1. (iAfrica.com)
Mrs. America Contestants Lose 120 Pounds & Draw Awareness To Conquering America's Weighty Problem Sep 23, 2006
NV(TM)'s three unique, all-natural complexes help women lose weight by supporting fat loss and appetite suppression, look radiant by improving the health of hair, skin and nails, and feel dynamic by increasing energy levels throughout the day. SATELLITE FEED INCLUDES. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Biker's path to fitness Sep 13, 2006
This workout is great for fat loss and helps experienced riders who might want to participate in a race eventually. This ride is similar to a low-end endurance day except that your resistance is a lot harder. (Newsday -- New York City)
TIGHT AND TONED Sep 10, 2006
Nutrition and diet, of course, are a key part to any body fat loss. It's not the fat in your diet that makes you gain weight, nutritionist John Weisberg tells his patients. (Buffalo News -- Arts)
Scientists try to unravel bark beetles' attack strategy Sep 8, 2006
So he gave Williams the job of flying the critters stored inside frozen 2-foot sections of Douglas fir, recording their fat loss, and then unleashing them on selected trees in the Boise National Forest to see how quickly they start chowing down. So far, Robertson and Williams say their hypothesis that weakened beetles will be the first to start chomping on trees isn't panning out. (Mail Tribune, OR)
Forest-devouring bark beetles focus of Idaho researchers Aug 29, 2006
So he gave Williams the job of flying the critters stored inside frozen two-foot sections of Douglas fir, recording their fat loss, and then unleashing them on selected trees in the Boise National Forest to see how quickly they start chowing down. The subject of his experiments are ancient, having been in Earth's forests for 200 million years. (AZCentral -- News)
Study: Exercise OK for mild hypertension Aug 15, 2006
The exercisers' oxygen intake rose and they lost an average of four pounds, with fat loss offset by gains in muscle mass. Abdominal fat, meanwhile, was reduced 20 percent among exercisers, the researchers reported. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
At a gym near you: high-risk steroids Aug 10, 2006
Yet this new breed of user could suffer long-term damage: teenagers may reach only 95 per cent of the adult height they would otherwise attain; females taking male sex hormones can experience acne, smaller breasts on account of excessive fat loss, a deeper voice, irregular periods, excess facial and body hair, depression, paranoia and the fits of anger dubbed roid rage. The drugs also generate increased risk of heart attack, stroke, infertility and some forms of cancer. (London Times Online)
Exercise OK For High Blood Pressure Aug 9, 2006
Explore health issues including AIDS, cancer and antibiotics. RELATED STORIES & LINKS. (CBS News)
Weight Lifting May Curb Diabetes Risk in Heavy Teens Aug 3, 2006
"Given the relatively limited success in terms of fat loss and health improvements following even the most intensive endurance exercise interventions in overweight children, the increases in insulin sensitivity, coupled with our high attendance and compliance rates, suggest that resistance training may be a viable and efficacious exercise modality to improve metabolic health in overweight youth," the researchers conclude. SOURCE: Medicine ce in Sports ise, 2006. (MEDLINEplus)
Diet Pills: Too Good To Be True? Aug 2, 2006
Some studies even show that 400 mcg of chromium per day can result in improved fat loss ... PyruvatePyruvate has been shown to produce more fat loss than a low-calorie diet -- but only by about two pounds. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Surfboard stomach| Jul 30, 2006
Fat loss occurs systemically, meaning that you cant control where the fat comes from ... You get the cardiovascular health benefits, but you dont get much fat loss ... Because you don't burn significant amounts of fat until glycogen stores are depleted, the key to maximum fat loss is to work out aerobically for 30-60 minutes continuously per session. (iAfrica.com)
Diet Decoder Jul 28, 2006
Diet should be called Fat Loss By Idiots. Megan Ogilvie is a Toronto writer with a BSc in environmental science and an MSc from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. (Toronto Star -- Life)
Low Glycemic Index Diet Best For Weight Loss And Cardiovascular Health Jul 27, 2006
Between the two high-carbohydrate diets, lowering the glycemic index doubled fat loss - this effect was strongest in women. Participants on the high-protein, high GI diet was equally effective for fat loss as the high carbohydrate, low GI diet, the two had diverse effects on LDL (bad) cholesterol - the high protein, high-GI group showed increased levels of LDL or 'bad' cholesterol, while there were significant reductions in those on the high carbohydrate, low-GI diet ... "We found that moderate... (Science Daily)
Quick Tips and Other Fit Facts Jul 27, 2006
Fat loss occurs systemically ... Fat loss Training Zone between 60% - 75% of theoretical maximum heart rate Training within this zone develops basic endurance and aerobic capacity ... when I am doing cardio in the Fat Loss Training Zone, it is very boring and I don t feel like I m working hard enough. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Low GI as good as protein for weight loss Jul 26, 2006
"In terms of weight and fat loss [a low GI diet] and [a high protein diet] were exactly the same, there was no difference in terms of weight or fat loss between those two studies," reports lead author Joanna McMillan-Price from the 's human nutrition unit. Professor Jennie Brand-Miller, who co-authored The Low GI Diet Revolution with McMillan, was also involved in the research. (ABC Online)
Low Glycemic Index Diet Best at Reducing Weight Jul 26, 2006
However, in the high-carbohydrate diets, lowering the glycemic load doubled the fat loss. The investigators also found that total and LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels increased with diet 3 and decreased in diet 2. (MEDLINEplus)
Low-glycemic index diet promotes weight loss, cardiovascular risk reduction Jul 25, 2006
Between the two high-carbohydrate diets, lowering the glycemic index nearly doubled fat loss; this effect was stronger in women and did not occur among those on high-protein diets ... "Moderate reductions in glycemic load appear to increase the rate of body fat loss, particularly in women. Diets based on lowglycemic index whole grain products (in lieu of whole grains with a high glycemic index) maximize cardiovascular risk reduction, particularly if protein intake is high. Reassuringly, this... (EurekAlert!)
Diet seesaw swings back to carbs Jul 24, 2006
In the two high-carbohydrate diets, lowering the glycaemic index doubled fat loss with this effect strongest in women. The high-protein, high GI diet was equally effective for fat loss as the high carbohydrate, low GI diet ... "We found that moderate reductions in glycaemic load appear to increase the rate of body fat loss, particularly in women. "Diets based on low-glycaemic index, whole grain products, tend to be better for the heart, maximising cardiovascular risk reduction - particularly if... (The Age, Australia)
Cow Health Problems Don't Go Away on Grass Jul 21, 2006
That material boost's the cow's blood sugar, helping block fat loss. To administer propylene glycol, Combs advised against mixing it into the feed. (Agri-View, WI)
