Fitness training Dec 3, 2008
The nutrition portion of the book doesn't necessarily focus on counting calories, but more on the composition of the meal, and the importance of pre- and post-training eating, which will help keep your metabolism up and maximize the body's ability to use calories to recover from a workout, versus being stored as fat ... In terms of nutrition, Bob will point out things that are maybe not as well known, like hidden calories in foods most people don't know, or foods that aren't that filling or are... (Montana Standard, MT)
Avoid holiday weight gain Dec 3, 2008
Will you have eggnog (400-plus calories per cup) or wine (120 calories per glass). Eat something before you go. (Montana Standard, MT)
Getting down to size Dec 3, 2008
When I would go to the gym and sweat, I knew I was doing something good for my body burning calories and making myself healthier. And then once I started seeing changes in my body, going down in pants sizes, I was like, "OK, I've got to keep going." And then I started seeing muscles form. (Albany Times Union)
Your Health: Fiber-rich diets promote weight loss, health gains Dec 3, 2008
High-fiber foods like these are bulky and filling, and ounce for ounce, they typically contain far fewer calories than fiber-free foods. Because they require some serious chewing, high-fiber foods take longer to eat, and this property dramatically increases their ability to satisfy hunger. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
A food pyramid for pre-schoolers Dec 3, 2008
Keeping tabs on calories is a bigger reality today than ever before, considering that nearly 15 percent of preschoolers in this country are overweight ... Sample substitutions are provided to help your preschooler eat less fat and sugars that add more calories than your child needs. (Honolulu Advertiser)
A finger food favorite gets a healthy makeover Dec 3, 2008
Mindlessly munch just three or four of these at a party, and you could swallow 300 calories and 25 grams of fat. But with the right ingredients, it is possible to make a healthier pig in a blanket, and it all starts with your choice of hot dogs. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Tips for better brown-bagging Dec 3, 2008
One tablespoon of regular dressing is 80 to 120 calories, so don t dump a half-cup on your healthy salad ... You can be sure of the number of calories in your meal because you made it yourself. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
NUTRITION WISE, Pull meat from the spotlight with these ideas Dec 3, 2008
If you've been eating meals larger than your hunger dictates and over-consuming calories, you can easily cut back on meat without adding more of anything else ... Lastly, if you are trying to lose weight, you might choose to bulk up your plate with nonstarchy vegetables, since many are half the calories of an equal portion of grain or potato. (North County Times)
High-Fructose Corn Syrup Gets a Bad Rap Dec 3, 2008
Simply stated, it's not sweeter than sugar, it's not higher in calories, and it's not metabolized in the body differently ... Excessive Calories Are Still Bad ... Like sugar or honey, HFCS can only contribute to weight gain when eaten as excessive calories, regardless of the food source, and there is too little exercise. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Dec 3, 2008
It says that some individual dishes can exceed 2,000 calories, more than the recommended daily intake for women ... "Since those chains make almost zero nutrition information available on menus, their customers don't have a clue that they might be getting a whole day's worth of calories in a single dish, or several days' worth in the whole meal," the centre says ... She said studies show that women who eat out more than five times a week eat an average of 300 more calories per day than women who... (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Dec 3, 2008
Developed by Yale University s Kelly Brownell, this traditional behavior-modification approach underscores lowering fat and calories and increasing physical activity ... This very low-fat 10 percent of daily calories approach includes plenty of healthful complex carbohydrates, lean protein mostly from vegetables, as well as daily meditation and physical activity ... All the participants reported eating about 2,000 calories a day when the study began. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Give retro appetizers a twist Dec 3, 2008
Per serving: 202 calories (79 percent from fat), 18 g fat (9 ... Per ball: 25 calories (59 percent from fat), 1 ... Per cookie: 103 calories (39 percent from fat), 4. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ways to Ward Off Holiday Weight Gain Dec 3, 2008
"You don't have to deny yourself dessert. You can shave calories from each meal to make room for it without consuming extra calories," Harris says. Michael Baker, associate director of admission at Brown Mackie College in North Canton, Ohio is an avid runner who took first place in the Portage Lakes Triathlon in Akron, Ohio last September. (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
• A creme with culture Dec 3, 2008
Per tablespoon: 52 calories, trace protein, 6 grams fat, 3 grams saturated fat, trace carbohydrate, 0 grams fiber, 20 milligrams cholesterol, 7 milligrams sodium ... Per serving: 251 calories, 8 grams protein, 16 grams fat, 5 grams saturated fat, 23 grams carbohydrate, 8 grams fiber, 11 milligrams cholesterol, 1,109 milligrams sodium. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Subanik's a Guatemalan keeper Dec 3, 2008
Per serving: 309 calories, 40 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates, 11 g fat, 3 g saturated fat, 111 mg cholesterol, 547 mg sodium, 3 g dietary fiber. Special options are available to registered members. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Eat Breakfast and Lose Weight Dec 3, 2008
(ARA) - Whether you're skipping breakfast to save on calories or running out the door in a rush with only a cup of coffee in hand, you're not doing yourself or your health any favors ... According to a study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, women who ate breakfast regularly tended to eat fewer calories overall during the day ... The line boasts four convenient and delicious varieties, including the savory Breakfast Quesadilla and a Stuffed Breakfast Sandwich, which... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
How to eat the good fats Dec 3, 2008
All types of fat are high in calories, so keep portions small ... Weight gain doesn t come from fat (or carbohydrates) per se it comes from too many calories overall and not enough activity. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Homemade mayonnaise: Break out this secret weapon for your next party Dec 3, 2008
Each tablespoon: 95 calories; 0 protein; 0 carbohydrates; 0 fiber; 11 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 13 mg. cholesterol; 8 mg. sodium. Total time: About 8 minutes. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Relish The American Table: Baking up a New England tradition Dec 3, 2008
Per serving: 330 calories, 13g fat, 5g protein, 54g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, 210mg sodium. GT Reader Comments. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Cinnamon: Spice for life Dec 3, 2008
Per serving: 434 calories, 11 grams fat (4 grams saturated fat), 105 milligrams cholesterol, 531 milligrams sodium, 42 grams carbohydrates, 8 grams fiber, 41 grams protein ... Per serving: 134 calories, 4 grams total fat (1 gram saturated fat), 49 milligrams cholesterol, 82 milligrams sodium, 6 grams carbohydrates, 1 gram fiber, 18 grams protein ... Per serving 218 calories, 5 grams fat (0 grams saturated fat), 0 milligrams cholesterol, 81 milligrams sodium, 40 grams carbohydrates, 5 grams... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Add some pizazz to potatoes Dec 3, 2008
Nutritional information per serving: 390 calories, 267 calories from fat, 30 grams fat (19 grams saturated, 1 grams trans fats), 94 milligrams cholesterol, 29 grams carbohydrate, 4 grams protein, 2 grams fiber, 227 milligrams sodium ... Nutritional information per serving: 472 calories, 328 calories from fat, 37 grams fat (21 grams saturated, 1 grams trans fats), 102 milligrams cholesterol, 32 grams carbohydrate, 6 grams protein, 2 grams fiber, 669 milligrams sodium ... Nutritional information... (Winona Daily News, MN)
For some women, pregnancy is a grave struggle Dec 3, 2008
The nutritional tube, which reached to just above my heart, provided the calories and vitamins that I and my growing baby needed. From then on, I spent 14 hours a day connected to a five-pound bag of milky liquid, which I wheeled on a cart from my bed to the bathroom to the kitchen table. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Chemical In Gut May Help Fight Obesity Dec 3, 2008
This is why people are more obese in the U.S. - coupled with the fact that the least expensive foods are also the highest in calories (i. e. Chef Boyardee). (InjuryBoard.com)
Understanding youngsters with eating disorders Dec 3, 2008
Kids in fourth grade are now looking at the calories on their snack packages ... Kids in fourth grade are now looking at the calories on their snack packages, Cornella-Carlson explained. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Guerrilla Gardener: (Sweet) corn wars Dec 3, 2008
People (this people included) are raising concerns about the amount of sweeteners - HFCS, sugar, fruit juices and whatever else is being put in our food and the potential harm a diet heavy in the empty calories provided by those sweeteners is doing to the public who consume this stuff ... High fructose corn syrup has the same number of calories as sugar and is handled similarly by the body ... The intent of my column was not to damn HFCS but to make people aware that it is a hidden source of... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
New investor adds jolt to SparkPeople Dec 3, 2008
According to the site, members have burned about 5 billion calories in 2008, lost more than 6 million pounds and logged more than 392 million fitness minutes. It s not gotten stale or boring, said Merle King, a member since April who attributes her 48-pound weight loss to the site s offerings. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Nothing to fear from Black Bean Brownies Dec 3, 2008
- Per piece: 128 calories, 5. 5 grams fat, 2. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Less oil, different potatoes make for healthier latkes Dec 2, 2008
This recipe for oven-crisped golden potato latkes adds a short baking step to the standard pan frying method and yields results that are just as satisfying, with significantly less fat and fewer calories ... Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number): 89 calories; 25 calories from fat; 3 g fat (0 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 21 mg cholesterol; 13 g carbohydrate; 2 g protein; 1 g fiber; 205 mg sodium. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Top 20 medical breakthroughs for women Dec 2, 2008
When they lost weight their bodies became stingier with calories consumed and more efficient in retaining existing weight. Not willing to give up on leptin, scientists at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City started looking at the hormone as a possible weight-loss-maintenance drug. (MSNBC -- Health)
Oh Baby: OB GYN offers up weight loss secret Dec 2, 2008
Along with that hormone, dieters eat only 500 calories a day. Those 500 calories can't come from a candy bar and a soda, either ... He's not restricted to 500 calories a day and he's determined to get down to 190 pounds. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Family Dinnertime Benefits Too Tempting to Pass Up Dec 2, 2008
3 ounces) potato, eaten with the skin on, has only 110 calories and contains no fat, sodium or cholesterol. Potatoes provide 45 percent of the recommended Daily Value (DV) of vitamin C and are also one of the best sources of potassium in the produce section. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
How well do you know your Twinkies? Dec 2, 2008
How many calories are in one regular-size Twinkie ... How many calories does the "light" kind contain ... Which Hostess dessert product has fewer calories than a Twinkie: A) Ding Dong B) HoHo C) Brownie Bite 6. (Montana Standard, MT)
Fitness training Dec 2, 2008
The nutrition portion of the book doesn't necessarily focus on counting calories, but more on the composition of the meal, and the importance of pre- and post-training eating, which will help keep your metabolism up and maximize the body's ability to use calories to recover from a workout, versus being stored as fat ... In terms of nutrition, Bob will point out things that are maybe not as well known, like hidden calories in foods most people don't know, or foods that aren't that filling or are... (Montana Standard, MT)
Avoid holiday weight gain Dec 2, 2008
Will you have eggnog (400-plus calories per cup) or wine (120 calories per glass). Eat something before you go. (Montana Standard, MT)
Find out who was the 2008 Weekly Challenge champion! Dec 2, 2008
Four people got the correct answer last week--there were 15,250 calories in the pictured meal. Good thing Hungry Eddie was there to help eat it. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
It gets easier to be thankful each year Dec 2, 2008
It tasted great, although very, very rich, and probably had more calories per slice than a box of sugar cubes. My parents pretty much doted on their grandson and have probably convinced him that he is much better behaved than his father ever was. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Massive Food Challenges a Massive Rip-Off? Dec 2, 2008
"Whether it's a super-sized bargain in time of a recession or just a general notion that no blue-blooded American can resist that all-you-can-buffet, what we need to recognize is that -- at a time of epidemic obesity -- extra calories at no extra charge are not necessarily a bargain," Katz said. "This is an opportunity to get fat at no extra charge. Most people are willing to spend money to lose weight.". (ABC News -- Business)
Shop, exercise and eat (wisely) at the mall Dec 2, 2008
Online holiday shopping may be convenient but it does not burn off calories ... Hot and sour or egg drop soup is filling at less than 100 calories per cup ... Ask for steamed skim milk in your latte to cut the calories a Grande Nonfat Latte at Starbucks has only 150 calories compared to the 420 calories in the same size Dulce de Leche Frappuccino with blended cream. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
NUTRITION WISE, Pull meat from the spotlight with these ideas Dec 2, 2008
If you've been eating meals larger than your hunger dictates and over-consuming calories, you can easily cut back on meat without adding more of anything else ... Lastly, if you are trying to lose weight, you might choose to bulk up your plate with nonstarchy vegetables, since many are half the calories of an equal portion of grain or potato. (North County Times)
Pumpkins: Fresh from the patch Dec 2, 2008
Per serving: 132 calories; 4. 5g fat (31 percent calories from fat); 2. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Beer, bad habits fuel college weight gain Dec 2, 2008
Depending on the brand and type, 12 ounces of beer has 100 to 175 calories ... "If you go out three nights a week and have four beers each night, there's your 12 beers a week, and that's a lot of extra calories.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Dec 2, 2008
Developed by Yale University s Kelly Brownell, this traditional behavior-modification approach underscores lowering fat and calories and increasing physical activity ... This very low-fat 10 percent of daily calories approach includes plenty of healthful complex carbohydrates, lean protein mostly from vegetables, as well as daily meditation and physical activity ... All the participants reported eating about 2,000 calories a day when the study began. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Dec 2, 2008
It says that some individual dishes can exceed 2,000 calories, more than the recommended daily intake for women ... "Since those chains make almost zero nutrition information available on menus, their customers don't have a clue that they might be getting a whole day's worth of calories in a single dish, or several days' worth in the whole meal," the centre says ... She said studies show that women who eat out more than five times a week eat an average of 300 more calories per day than women who... (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Small Changes Help You Keep New Year's Resolutions Dec 2, 2008
At just 60 calories per 12 ounce bottle, IZZE esque is a great tasting, sparkling beverage that doesn't contain any artificial sweeteners. Fruit flavors like sparkling mandarin, sparkling black raspberry and sparkling limon are a light and satisfying way to refresh and enjoy delicious fruit flavors. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
How to eat the good fats Dec 2, 2008
All types of fat are high in calories, so keep portions small ... Weight gain doesn t come from fat (or carbohydrates) per se it comes from too many calories overall and not enough activity. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Add some pizazz to potatoes Dec 2, 2008
Nutritional information per serving: 390 calories, 267 calories from fat, 30 grams fat (19 grams saturated, 1 grams trans fats), 94 milligrams cholesterol, 29 grams carbohydrate, 4 grams protein, 2 grams fiber, 227 milligrams sodium ... Nutritional information per serving: 472 calories, 328 calories from fat, 37 grams fat (21 grams saturated, 1 grams trans fats), 102 milligrams cholesterol, 32 grams carbohydrate, 6 grams protein, 2 grams fiber, 669 milligrams sodium ... Nutritional information... (Winona Daily News, MN)
Health halo can hide the calories Dec 2, 2008
On average, they estimated that the meal contained 1,011 calories, which was a little high. The meal actually contained 934 calories 714 from the salad and 220 from the drink ... The crackers added 100 calories to the meal, bringing it to 1,034 calories, but their presence skewed people s estimates in the opposite direction. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Beans can be a good subtitute for meat, even with less protein Dec 2, 2008
Per serving: 463 calories (percent calories from fat, 11), 23 grams protein, 80 grams carbohydrate, 12 grams fiber, 6 grams fat (3 grams saturated fat), 17 milligrams cholesterol, 590 milligrams of sodium. Nutritional Bonus Points: This dish is rich in vitamin A, calcium, and fiber nutrients that are low in the diets of most adults. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Expert Tips for Avoiding School Lunch Box Battles Dec 2, 2008
Nutrition facts per serving: Calories 160 (40 percent from fat); Total Fat 8g (sat 1g, trans 0g, mono 4g, poly 2g); Cholesterol 0mg; Protein 2g; Carbohydrate 24g; Fiber 2g; Iron 1mg; Sodium 65mg; Calcium 12mg ... Nutrition facts per serving: Calories 80 (53 percent from fat); Total Fat 5g (sat 1g, trans 0g, mono 2g, poly 1g); Cholesterol 0mg; Protein 3g; Carbohydrate 7g; Fiber Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Muffins ... Nutrition facts per serving: Calories 210 (23 percent from fat); Total Fat 6g (sat 0. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Classic Freezer Snacks Remain Tasty Treats Dec 2, 2008
Bagel Bites (4 pieces): 210 calories, 7 grams fat, 14 mg cholesterol, 410 mg sodium, 30 grams carbs ... T.G.I. Friday's Potato Skins (3 pieces): 210 calories, 20 mg cholesterol, 480 mg sodium, 17 grams carbs ... Totino's Pizza Rolls (6 pieces): 220 calories, 11 grams fat, 10 mg cholesterol, 530 mg sodium, 24 grams carbs. (Click2Houston, TX)
Dieters beware! Check your immunity Dec 2, 2008
Caloric restriction is the practice of reducing the intake of calories to 40 percent of a normal diet, while maintaining adequate vitamins and minerals. "If you are exposed to a new strain of influenza, to which your body has not made adequate antibodies to protect you from infection, your body must rely on cells that will kill the virus," Gardner said. (India Times, India)
Bynassing surgery might be possible Dec 1, 2008
Over the next several weeks, those rats lost 20 percent more weight and consumed 30 percent fewer calories than the control rats. Further, the treated rats had lower fasting blood sugar levels and normal insulin levels, an important finding since unchecked obesity often leads to the development of diabetes. (Boston Globe)
Experts offer advice on maintaining weight during the holidays Dec 1, 2008
She also suggested drinking plenty of water, cutting back on calories the day after a big holiday meal and getting about eight hours of sleep a night ... A good rule of thumb is that a bite of anything really tasty, like a frosted dessert, is equal to about 50 calories, Sisler tells her clients ... People often forget that alcohol has calories, experts said, and choosing beer or wine over a mixed cocktail when drinking is a must. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
How to Stay Motivated and Keep Your Workouts Fresh Dec 1, 2008
Working out can be fun with a new piece of equipment like a Sports Hoop -- a weighted hoop you swivel for just 10 to 15 minutes to provide cardiovascular benefits, tone muscles and burn calories and fat. Spend time each day working out with the Sports Hoop Workout DVD and you can trim your waist 2 inches and lose up to 4 pounds every month. (Pekin Times, IL)
Harvard Scientists Unravel The Secret Of Aging Dec 1, 2008
Other ways to achieve this effect in Sinclair s work included injecting the mice with additional sirtuins, or stimulating the sirtuins through restricting the number of calories the mice consumed. Both of these techniques increased the mice s lifespans by twenty-four to forty-six percent a significant and promising result. (I Really Should Study)
NUTRITION WISE, Pull meat from the spotlight with these ideas Dec 1, 2008
If you've been eating meals larger than your hunger dictates and over-consuming calories, you can easily cut back on meat without adding more of anything else ... Lastly, if you are trying to lose weight, you might choose to bulk up your plate with nonstarchy vegetables, since many are half the calories of an equal portion of grain or potato. (North County Times)
Fast Food A Potential Risk Factor For Alzheimer’s Dec 1, 2008
New research finds that a diet high in fat and empty calories may wreak havoc on your memory as. (June 17, 1998) Eating a "Western" diet with lots of processed or fried foods can raise blood levels of "oxidized" cholesterol -- a particularly damaging form of cholesterol -- and could increase. (Science Daily)
High-Fructose Corn Syrup Gets a Bad Rap Dec 1, 2008
Simply stated, it's not sweeter than sugar, it's not higher in calories, and it's not metabolized in the body differently ... Excessive Calories Are Still Bad ... Like sugar or honey, HFCS can only contribute to weight gain when eaten as excessive calories, regardless of the food source, and there is too little exercise. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Dec 1, 2008
It says that some individual dishes can exceed 2,000 calories, more than the recommended daily intake for women ... "Since those chains make almost zero nutrition information available on menus, their customers don't have a clue that they might be getting a whole day's worth of calories in a single dish, or several days' worth in the whole meal," the centre says ... She said studies show that women who eat out more than five times a week eat an average of 300 more calories per day than women who... (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Dec 1, 2008
Developed by Yale University s Kelly Brownell, this traditional behavior-modification approach underscores lowering fat and calories and increasing physical activity ... This very low-fat 10 percent of daily calories approach includes plenty of healthful complex carbohydrates, lean protein mostly from vegetables, as well as daily meditation and physical activity ... All the participants reported eating about 2,000 calories a day when the study began. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Myth Busting: Some Helpful Tips for a Nutritious Pregnancy Dec 1, 2008
"Although it takes 55,000 extra calories to make a healthy baby, that amounts to just 300 extra calories per day in the last two trimesters. You can easily meet the requirement by eating a couple of healthy snacks throughout the day.". Suggested weight gain for a person of normal weight is 25-to-35 pounds. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
• Monitors have as many bells and whistles as you need; and maybe more Dec 1, 2008
All of the units offer many of the same basic functions: monitoring heart rate with the use of a chest strap, estimating calories used and allowing you to set goals to guide your workout. The decision of what to buy is going to be a matter mostly of how much more you want (or don't want). (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
More of this story Dec 1, 2008
Mystic Seaport Field Day: Burn off Thanksgiving calories while spending quality time with family at Mystic Seaport's annual Field Days, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 28 - 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to the Museum's regular exhibits and demonstrations aboard tall ships, children can try their hand at 19th- century games on the Village Green, enjoy rollicking songs of the sea in a family-friendly music program and take part in a craft station. Children can also climb aboard the Museum's... (Westerly Sun, RI)
How to eat the good fats Dec 1, 2008
All types of fat are high in calories, so keep portions small ... Weight gain doesn t come from fat (or carbohydrates) per se it comes from too many calories overall and not enough activity. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Homemade mayonnaise: Break out this secret weapon for your next party Dec 1, 2008
Each tablespoon: 95 calories; 0 protein; 0 carbohydrates; 0 fiber; 11 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 13 mg. cholesterol; 8 mg. sodium. Total time: About 8 minutes. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
