Saturday, June 30, 2007

10 Easy Tips to Lose 10 Pounds

TINY STEPS... BIG RESULTS!

That's a motto taken to heart by nutritionist Katherine Tallmadge, author of the easy-to-digest book Diet Simple (Lifeline Press). Tallmadge knows that if you're like most people, you believe there is no easy solution to your weight lose.

Far too many of us think we've dug a hole too deep to ever get out of. In fact, we've come to accept the "fact" that we'll go to our graves lugging behind our extra baggage.

We brainwash ourselves to believe that healthy eating, exercise and water are for the birds. We want a quick weight-loss fix or nothing at all. We tell ourselves losing weight take lots of time and effort -- and time is something we just don't have. Right? More here

Diet-Friendly Chocolate - 100 Calories of Heaven

Research shows that chocolate — especially dark chocolate, high in healthful flavonoids — can lower blood pressure and keep blood platelets from sticking, thereby reducing risk of stroke. But because our favorite chocolate treats are made with butter and sugar that ramp up the calorie content, we can't justify a whole chocolate candy bar every day. But don't despair.

We've measured out 100-calorie portions so you don't have to resist your favorite treats. Choose the dark chocolate versions whenever possible, for improved health benefits. More here