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The Cambridge Diet Review: Is It Really Healthy?

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I heard someone state that they were following the Cambridge Diet, and I had to admit that it was one I’d never heard of. It prompted me to do some research into the diet to find out more about it. I’ve got to admit that I was shocked when I first read the details. It just didn’t seem like a healthy weight loss plan at all. I decided to do some more research so I could create this Cambridge Diet review just for those looking into it. Six Plans to Choose From The program as a whole has six different plans to choose between. On each of the plans dieters switch their normal food for replacement shakes and bars. As a dieter, you will drop your calories to between 440 and 1,500 depending on the amount of weight you would like to lose and the goals you have in mind. 1,500 calories isn’t that bad, and actually depending on your metabolic rate it can help you lose weight slowly and steadily. But the fact that the calories can be dropped to 440 calories really alarming. ...

Weekly Weight Loss Week 39

This week I jumped on the scales and lost 2lbs. That's the weight gain from last week off plus a little extra. You can read more about it here: http://www.bubblews.com/news/853813-weekly-weight-loss-week-39 This week's goal is to lose 2.5lb. I really want to get to that 3 stone mark. I reckon I'll lose 2lb and be 1/2lb off as that is usually the case but we'll see. I've really upped my activity at the moment. I've managed an hour on the Wii Fit Wednesday and Thursday night. I'm still to finish work today but should get another hour done once my daughter is in bed! I'm really pushing for this goal... Oh, after my 3 stone, I'll be 3.5lbs off being at a healthy BMI!!! That will be a major accomplishment and I will hopefully see it within the next month.

The Atkin’s Diet Review: Does It Really Help Lose Weight?

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There are many diets out there and the Atkin’s Diet is one of them. I tried this for all of two weeks a long time ago and I think it’s about time I write my Atkin’s Diet review and tell you all why I’ve decided against it. Remember that I want people to lose weight and be able to keep it off in the end. I want you to have a diet that is easily integrated into your life and it’s something I don’t think the Atkin’s Diet can offer. What Is the Atkin’s Diet? It’s often referred to as the diet that bans carbs. While it doesn’t completely ban the use of carbohydrates—your body needs them!—it does cut out the bad ones. Those that lead to high blood sugar and spikes in insulin. It focuses on protein and fibre. Honestly, when the Weight Watchers program changed about two years ago, the Atkin’s Diet was what I thought it was going to turn into! Thank goodness it didn’t! The idea behind the diet is that by cutting out the carbohydrates, your body has to get the energy f...

Tips for Getting Nutrition While Dieting

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Get nutrition while dieting simply Nutrition is essential. Your body needs a range of vitamins and minerals to work perfectly. For example, iron is needed to make sure the oxygen passes around the system and calcium is needed for strong bones and healthy teeth. While dieting, it can be difficult to make sure the body gets the right nutrition. It’s almost impossible on crash diets so please avoid them! When on a healthy eating plan, you will lose weight by eating well. There’s no need to cut any food groups out or only eat certain coloured foods. Here are tips to make sure you get the right nutrition while dieting. Eat Plenty of Fruit and Vegetables Most of the nutrients you need come from vegetables and fruit so eat plenty of them. You should get at least five a day and they are great for snacks. Fresh is the best, but frozen, dried and cooked are all great ways to make sure you get the variety in your diet and keep the nutrition levels up at the same time....