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5 Diet Changes To Help You Get a Flat Stomach

By Paul

If your stomach isn't as flat as you'd like it to be then you have come to the right place. Exercise alone will not get you a toned stomach- – diet is a huge part of the equation. Below I have compiled 5 very easy tweaks to your eating habits that will dramatically flatten your abs. Diet Change  #1: Stop Eating 3 Hours Before... »

The Skinny Barbecue

By Paul

Grilling is the most popular pastime of summer. While outdoor cookouts are a great opportunity to relax and visit with friends and family, did you know that the average barbecue meal exceeds 1500 calories? That's almost an entire day's worth of calories in one meal. That type of eating will do some serious damage to your waist over the course of the... »

Kale and Pinto Bean Soup

By Paul

There's nothing better than a warm bowl of soup on a chilly fall day. This soup contains kale, a superfood that is packed with vitamins, minerals and cancer-fighting enzymes. It contains loads of vitamin A, vitamin C, B6, manganese, calcium, copper and potassium. Servings: 10 Here's what you need... 1 cup dried pinto beans 1 large yellow onion 1 Tablespoon olive oil 4... »

7 Habits of Highly Fit People

By Paul

Lots of people ask me how to quickly and easily get fit. While I know they are hoping for a simple answer, the reality is that getting and staying fit is a lifestyle, not a quick fix. So what do fit people do in their "healthy lifestyle"? Take a peek with the following 7 Habits of Highly Fit... »

Papaya Protein Splash

By Paul

Want a tasty and healthy breakfast or snack?  Try this recipe for a papaya smoothie.  It not only tastes great but is loaded with protein and fiber to help keep you full. Servings: 1 Here's what you need: 1 scoop vanilla flavored protein powder 1/2 papaya 1/2 cup OJ 1/2 cup water ice Throw everything into a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Nutrition Analysis: One serving equals:  ... »

7 Simply Steps to the Perfect Packed Lunch

By Paul

Summer vacation is winding down, fall is approaching and the kids are going back to school. It's time to examine the art of packing the perfect lunch. While it is easy to rely on the school cafeteria for the kids and fast food meals for you, this method will quickly result in unwanted pounds. The only way to ensure that... »

Nature’s Perfect Thirst-Quencher

By Paul

The best drink for both weight loss and health is...water. Here are 4 great reasons to fill your glass to the brim with crystal clear water: Staying hydrated enhances weight loss. Drinking water prevents dehydration. Filling your stomach with water before meals prevents overeating. Quenching your thirst with water hydrates your skin, giving it a more youthful glow. Your body will function better... »

Eat These Foods for Fat Loss this Summer

By Paul

A while back I wrote about the foods you need to keep in your kitchen is you want to lose weight. I was amazed at all the comments I received about it, both on line and in person. Some of you recommended some great foods that I did not mention in that article. There were too many to mention in a single post.... »

Fire-Roasted Chile Fat Loss Omelet

By Paul

Here's a recipe to spice up your breakfast. Egg whites, fire-roasted green Chile and diced tomatoes create a tasty omelet that is bursting with flavor and packed with protein. Serve with a side of salsa and sliced avocado. Servings: 2 Here's what you need... 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 small tomatoes, finely chopped 2 (4oz) cans of fire-roasted, diced green chiles 12... »

Snack Healthy While Traveling

By Paul

Travel days create the perfect opportunity for snacking. A mocha and scone before your flight, a salty snack on the plane and then before you know it - it's lunch time! Road trips open up even more opportunities for regrettable snacking...rest stop vending machines, gas station quickie marts and of course the never ending string of... »

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