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Qnexa: Should this Weight Loss Drug Be Approved?

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:54:54 +0000

Are you ready for a new diet pill? Today, a Food and Drug Administration Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the safety and effectiveness of Qnexa, a weight loss supplement that was denied approval last year. According to an FDA announcement, the weight loss drug is supposed to be used in partnership with a diet and exercise program to promote weight loss in overweight patients.

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Weight Watchers Points Plus Reviews

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:43:35 +0000

Weight Watchers revamped their popular PointsPlus program in 2012. In response to consumer feedback, the company added new features that make the diet more flexible. The new elements will make it easier for many dieters to stay on track when life gets hectic and cooking a healthy meal is impossible.

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Weight Loss Tips to Get You Past Your Diet Plateau

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:19:26 +0000

Almost everyone who goes on a diet will hit a weight loss plateau. If you made a New Year's resolution to drop a few pounds, chances are good that you've hit one by now. Diet plateaus can be frustrating, but there are some weight loss tips that can help you get past them.

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Adele�s Body Image: A Healthy Lesson for Dieters?

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:22:20 +0000

Grammy winner Adele is making news for more than her stellar voice. The songstress has an upcoming interview about her body image with Anderson Cooper on CBS' 60 Minutes. She reportedly explains to Cooper that even though her weight has been criticized in the media, she feels no pressure to be skinny and is happy with the way that she looks.

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Choose Wisely: Your Valentine Could Boost or Bust Your Diet

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:35:09 +0000

Have you made plans for a romantic Valentine's Day dinner? Or have you opted for a casual get-together with a gal pal? For women especially, your choice of a Valentine's Day dinner date might affect your diet.

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Weight Loss on Facebook and Twitter

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:51:56 +0000

If you are looking for more tips and advice about weight loss, check out the new About.com Weight Loss page on Facebook or follow About.com Weight Loss on Twitter. You'll find trending topics and have opportunities to ask questions or comment on current events and hot issues related to diet, exercise and weight loss.

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Plate Size Diet Myth Debunked

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:59:50 +0000

Your plate size probably won't change the way you eat. A new study has debunked the diet myth that a eating off of a smaller plate will help you to consume fewer calories. New research published in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics ...

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3 Giant Snack Mistakes

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:16:03 +0000

This weekend, you may find yourself shopping for snacks for the Super Bowl or for the week ahead. If you're trying to find a few healthy options, you'll want to avoid making one of these giant snack mistakes.

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People-Pleasers are More Likely to Overeat

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:50:20 +0000

If you are a people-pleaser, a person who goes out of their way to make other people happy, you are at higher risk for overeating in social situations. A new study conducted at Case Western University found that college students who identified themselves as people-pleasers were not only likely to overeat in social situations, but were also likely to regret their decision at a later time.

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Obesity Help is More Likely to Come from a Lean Doctor

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:32:14 +0000

If you are looking for obesity help, your best bet may be to find a doctor with a healthy BMI. A recent study published in the Journal of Obesity found that physicians with a normal BMI are not only more likely to discuss weight with their obese patients, but those leaner doctors also feel more confident about the advice that they give.

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