According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), two out of every three Americans are obese or overweight. If the current trajectory continues one in two adults will be obese by 2030.
“Research shows obese people receive less income than people maintaining a healthy weight,” said Gregory Adams, MD at Bon Secours. “Obesity results in lost workdays, lower productivity and negative health outcomes, including diabetes and depression.”
There are many key factors that account for weight loss success. They include education, support and supplements. Applied Health gives you access to a team of specialists, doctors, nutritionist, trainers and counselors.
“Never underestimate the value of drive,” Adams said. “We can give you all the tools, but enthusiasm and effort are up to the individual.”
The cost of obesity
According to a George Washington University study released September 2010, the annual cost of being obese is $4,879 for a woman and $2,646 for a man. These were tallied by health care costs and wages lost from the salary differences between individuals who are height and weight proportionate and those who are obese.
Adapted from Healthy Communities Vol V No 2 Summer 2011
Showing posts with label hCG. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hCG. Show all posts
Monday, July 11, 2011
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Calorie Count In The Juice Aisle
When in the juice aisle, looking over a stretch of shelves packed with
colors, claims and stats, you see plenty of key words: antioxidant,
all-natural, 100%. However, when it comes to satisfying your thirst, think
before you drink. Beverages can be a top source of sugar and empty calories
– and it’s not just soft drinks, it’s also juices and sports drinks.
While teas or juices seem like healthier options, these drinks can lead to
weight gain and high blood sugar. For instance, some cranberry drinks contain
18 teaspoons of sugar in a single serving.
Judy Heidenthal, registered dietitian at Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center,
recommends drinking water – but not necessarily the eight glasses
traditionally cited. “Factors like age, health, activity level and climate all play
a role in how much we need to drink,” said Heidenthal. “The eight glasses per
day rule is not scientific. The easiest way to ensure you’re drinking enough
water is to check the color of your urine. If it’s pale yellow, you’re probably
drinking enough.”
The recommended daily amount of total beverage consumption varies for
men and women. Experts suggest men should drink roughly 2.5 liters (10
cups) of liquids daily, while women should ingest about 2 liters (eight cups).
To reach these daily goals, Heidenthal recommends drinking sugar-free
beverages and water. According to American Dietetic Association (ADA),
calorie-free beverages are effective at managing weight, maintaining blood
glucose levels and preventing cavities.
colors, claims and stats, you see plenty of key words: antioxidant,
all-natural, 100%. However, when it comes to satisfying your thirst, think
before you drink. Beverages can be a top source of sugar and empty calories
– and it’s not just soft drinks, it’s also juices and sports drinks.
While teas or juices seem like healthier options, these drinks can lead to
weight gain and high blood sugar. For instance, some cranberry drinks contain
18 teaspoons of sugar in a single serving.
Judy Heidenthal, registered dietitian at Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center,
recommends drinking water – but not necessarily the eight glasses
traditionally cited. “Factors like age, health, activity level and climate all play
a role in how much we need to drink,” said Heidenthal. “The eight glasses per
day rule is not scientific. The easiest way to ensure you’re drinking enough
water is to check the color of your urine. If it’s pale yellow, you’re probably
drinking enough.”
The recommended daily amount of total beverage consumption varies for
men and women. Experts suggest men should drink roughly 2.5 liters (10
cups) of liquids daily, while women should ingest about 2 liters (eight cups).
To reach these daily goals, Heidenthal recommends drinking sugar-free
beverages and water. According to American Dietetic Association (ADA),
calorie-free beverages are effective at managing weight, maintaining blood
glucose levels and preventing cavities.
Monday, April 11, 2011
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Lose Weight Quickly & Easily with Homeopathic hCG from an FDA Approved Lab!
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You would have 2-3 days of eating pretty much anything you desire without respect for calories or fat content, drink at least 2 liters of water per day (minimum), once you start the low calorie diet take the supplement 30 drops per day, finish the drops and continue to eat the low calorie diet for 3 more days and expect to lose up to half a pound per day for women and a full pound per day for men!
Like I said, I have lost almost all of my baby weight in 3 weeks. 20 pounds in 3 weeks! I just have a little more to go and I will be down to my pre-pregnancy weight.
Contact me to sign up for the introductory rate and you can lose up to 20 pounds before Memorial Day!
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