Healthy Living Guides » eating habits

Eating to Conceive

staff — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 18:05:42 +0000

Almost every woman knows that it is important to eat well while you are pregnant. The benefit it provides you and your baby is invaluable. But, do you also know how important it is to eat well even before you get pregnant? If you are actively trying to get pregnant you have to make sure your body is prepared to accept the challenge. The first thing you should do before even beginning to try is to talk to your doctor to see how you measure up health wise. Does he think you need to lose a few pounds before getting pregnant or does he feel you need to gain a few? Your doctor may recommend that you change your eating habits and start exercising.

The Basics of Eating Well When Pregnant

staff — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:53:02 +0000

It is hard to believe that women do have a hard time eating healthy when they are expecting a visit from the stork. The sad truth is some women find it very hard. There is a trick though to remember how to eat throughout your pregnancy and it is as easy as ABC.

Weight Matters of Anorexia Nervosa

staff — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 17:44:59 +0000

Anorexia nervosa is a problem that is related to weight problems. This is an especially well-known disorder among teens and young adults. Through anorexia nervosa, there are several different eating habits that are established that are unhealthy. These usually begin because of one’s belief that they have problems with weight. Solving anorexia in you or in another often involves knowing the different mental and physical aspects that are involved with anorexia.

Tasty Options with the Mediterranean Diet

staff — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:23:28 +0000

There are so many diet options available that choosing one can be dizzying. Should you get into the Zone or follow the Atkins diet? When you think diet it’s hard to get away from the thought of eating bland, low-fat, tasteless food. But if you’ve heard anything about the Mediterranean diet you’ll know that it’s full of flavors that you’ll enjoy. People in that part of the world enjoy a tasty, variety of foods which also happen to be healthy. This works to your advantage. Now you can follow a diet and still enjoy eating.

Ten Great Dieting Guidelines for the Holiday Season

staff — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:51:20 +0000

The holidays are considered the most fattening time of the year. This is because we attend parties with high calorie goodie, we have less time to work out, and the stress of the season can contribute to emotional eating habits. Government studies showed that most Americans gain at least one additional pound during the holidays and few of us take it off after the New Year. The good news is there are a few dieting guidelines that may help you avoid adding any unwanted pounds this holiday season.