Category Archives: Weight Loss

Green Tea Increases Energy Expenditure

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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How Does Green Tea Cause Weight Loss?

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Tea is a drink that has traditionally been considered a health tonic. Modern science has corroborated this traditional belief, and many studies have provided evidence that regular consumption of tea confers a number of health benefits. The health benefits of … Continue reading →

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Is Pizza a Junk Food?

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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The Homeostasis of Weight Control

Posted on July 26, 2016 by Robert Barrington

The traditional model of body weight loss considers the only two factors relevant to weight loss to be energy consumed and exercise performed. In this model, energy balance is an equilibrium between these factors. Part of this assumption considers energy … Continue reading →

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Why You Should Avoid Aerobic Exercise If You Are Overweight

Posted on June 19, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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Blood Sugar and Appetite Regulation For Weight Loss

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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Herbal Weight Loss Synergism

Posted on May 28, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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Traditional Diets and Abdominal Obesity

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Abdominal obesity is a condition that describes the accumulation of body fat in the viscera. Abdominal obesity causes an increase in the waist circumference and often a general increase in body weight. Studies show that insulin resistance and the metabolic … Continue reading →

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Hydroxycitric Acid, Chromium and Gymnema sylvestre for Weight Loss

Posted on May 22, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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The Lengths Some People Go To For Weight Loss: You’d Be Shocked

Posted on April 26, 2016 by Robert Barrington

There is currently an epidemic of obesity in the Western world. Obesity results in a significant increase in the risk of developing other diseases such as cardiovascular disease, arthritis, type 2 diabetes and general ill health. It is these associated … Continue reading →

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