Guest Blog: Get to the Bottom of Food Issues

Melissa Spiesman, CHHC, AADP, is the Featured Guest Blogger at DietsInReview.com for September. She is the director of Nutrition for Your Life, a nutrition program that focuses on health and wellness through whole foods. Melissa develops individual integrative nutrition plans that … Continue reading

Treadmill Desks Create New Office Trend

In 2005, endocrinologist Dr. James Levine of the Mayo Clinic led a study showing that lean people burn about 350 more calories a day than those who are overweight, by doing things like fidgeting, pacing, or just routine things like … Continue reading

High Fructose Corn Syrup 101

High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is defined as a syrup, which is made from cornstarch that’s been treated with an enzyme that converts some of the glucose in the molecule to the fructose, which is sweeter.  Because of its ability … Continue reading

Jillian Michaels Launches New Wii Game

Expert trainer on The Biggest Loser, Jillian Michaels has just announced that she will create a new Wii game based on her tougher-than-nails workout routines. Jillian Michael’s Fitness Ultimatum 2025 is slated to hit stores on October 28 of this year. “As … Continue reading

How Yoga Can Help You Lose Weight

When many people think of yoga, the last thing that comes to mind is losing weight. How can a practice that appears to be so gentle, low-impact and non-cardiovascular help to lower that number on the scale? Most of us who are avid … Continue reading

A Little T-Shirt Humor

Well, it’s not exactly P.C. And, it doesn’t send the best message about caring for your health. But these shirts sure are funny. The folks over at Uncrate.com “test” everything from cars to, well, t-shirts. Gimmick retailers seem to be … Continue reading

One-Month Beginner Cardio Program

I know doing cardio is the most dreaded thing possible, but it is a must for a healthy lifestyle. There are all forms of cardio, but they all have one similar benefit; a healthier heart. I am a runner and … Continue reading

ABC Asks You to Do Nothing for a Week

ABC is in an altruistic mood. They’re looking out for you, and the global warming crisis. For the week of September 21 they have proclaimed it “National Stay-at-Home Week.” This way, you don’t use gas and send us all into … Continue reading