Weight Loss Myths and Best Practices

This page provides articles and resources for healthy, long-term weight loss. See Nutrition and Food, Coffee and Tea, Alcohol Health Benefits and Risks, Mind-Body Fitness, and Strength Training for more information on health and fitness.

Articles

Diet Strategy Myths: Mistaken Beliefs That Prevent Successful Weight Loss

Dieting and Nutrition Myths: Mistaken Beliefs About Food That Prevent Weight Loss and Damage Health

Strength Training for Weight Loss: Weight Lifting Is Better Than Cardio Exercise or Dieting

How to Reduce Fat in Your Diet: Strategies for Better Health, Weight Loss, and Fitness

Food Choices for a Flatter Stomach: Nutritional Strategies to Shed Abdominal Fat

Green Tea Aids Weight Loss Efforts: Catechin Polyphenols Increase Endurance and Fat Burning

Low-Fat and Fat-Free Baking Substitutes

Why Most Dieters Fail: The Science of Weight Loss

Exercise Improves Health More than Weight Loss: Overweight, Active People Are Healthier than Thin, Sedentary People

Resources

Dieticians of Canada - Recipe Analyzer

Health Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating

USDA Nutrient Database for Calories and Nutrients in Foods

Health Canada - Assess Your Body Mass Index

Disclaimer: These articles are provided for informational purposes only. They are not intended as a substitute for medical care or consultation. Health concerns should be referred to a qualified medical professional.

 

 

 

 
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