Atkins Diet
June 25, 2008
Today there are a variety of different diet options out there, but one of the most popular and well know is the Atkins diet.
While there is great debate over the benefits and possible dangers of the diet, there are still many people following it today.
So, let’s take a closer look at this diet, the phases you’ll have to follow, the benefits, and some of the dangers that you may encounter along the way.
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Jessica Alba Diet & Exercise Routine
June 25, 2008
Want to Build a Body like Jessica Alba?
If you ask a lot of women who they think has one of the most beautiful bodies in the celebrity world, many would say Jessica Alba.
While her genetic frame constitutes a very lean disposition, there are still many things that you can do to be in the best shape of your life (just as you perceive Jessica to be).
According to her biography, Jessica has been through quite a few maladies in her childhood including chronic pneumonia and a number of surgeries to correct issues such as tonsillitis, appendicitis, and even a cyst on her tonsils.
One thing to note is Read more…
South Beach Diet
June 17, 2008
Diet Plan Summary: The South Beach Diet was designed by a Miami cardiologist by the name of Dr. Arthur Agatston. The diet plan focuses on eating only “good fats” and “good carbohydrates” and was initially designed for the doctor’s cardiac patients. “Bad fats” are labeled as saturated fat and trans fatty products which Dr.Agatston believes contributes to cardiovascular disease. Similarly, “bad carbohydrates” are labeled as foods with a high glycemic index because of the body’s ability to rapidly absorb these carbs. His belief is that these bad carbs will lead to insulin resistance syndrome which is an impairment of insulin’s ability to properly process fat and/or sugar. The diet is divided into the following 3 phases: Read more…
Fat Smash Diet
June 16, 2008
Diet Plan Summary: The Fat Smash Diet was created by Dr. Ian K. Smith best known from VH1’s Celebrity Fit Club where Hollywood celebrities competed to lose weight by following his plan.
It focuses on eating as many fruits and veggies as you like instead of meat, dairy products and processed foods. The formal diet is a 90 day program divided into 4 phases wherein your cravings for unhealthy foods are supposed to be smashed.
Phase 1 – Detox (9 days)
Phase 1 of the Fat Smash Diet is a nine day detox period Read more…
