Diet Inspire

Diet Advice That’s Making You Fat

Tom — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:40:33 +0000

Did you know that your nutrition knowledge could be backfiring on you in your quest to lose weight? Woman’s Day magazine’s Amy Brightfield and nutrition expert Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom bust dieting myths.

Healthy Foods That Actually Are Not

Tom — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:51:48 +0000

Some food that we may think they are healthy food, but actually they are not what we think. Katherine Brooking of Cooking Light joins NBC’s Lester Holt with some insights on more nutritious options.

Weight Loss Story of Kristin Lasalle Who Lost 110 Pounds

Tom — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:46:57 +0000

A success weight loss story of 26-year-old Kristin Lasalle who lost 110 pounds. She used to weight 245 pounds at her heaviest, now she weight 135 lbs.

Actually, when she was young, she was slim and pretty. Her weight problem started when she was pregnant and that end up with break apart relationship with her husband.

She started to exercise and eat healthy food that made she lost total 110 pounds in 2 and a half years. See how she changed her life in the video.

Weight Loss Story of Rachel Wyrick Who Dropped 112 Pounds

Tom — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:24:54 +0000

A weight loss story of a 35-year-old, Rachel Wyrick who used to weight 252 pounds. She had many problem from her overweighting, but finally, she decided, it was her time to change for herself and family.

She started to control calorie in her foods and stared to exercise, a year and a half later, she dropped total 112 pounds and she looks very good in a bikini.

Her story is very inspire for all people that wants to lose weight for better life and family. You can watch her full story in the video from Today Show.

Workplace Wellness Pays Off

Tom — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 20:54:38 +0000

An American Heart Association study says workplace wellness initiatives pay off for employers. NBC’s Erika Edwards reports.

The War On Fat People

Tom — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:23:21 +0000

Two thirds of Americans are obese and overweight, yet the anti-fat backlash is growing. NBC’s Dr. Nancy Snyderman talks with a panel of experts.

Facts

Two-thirds of adults are too fat.
Surveys shows 60% of american women are usually dieting.
Studies suggest heavier women earn 6% less than others.
Southern states top list of fattest.

Doctor’s Attitudes Toward Obese Patients

40% admit “Negative” reaction.
56% felt qualified to treat obese patients.
45% felt the treatment was successful.

Can You Be Obese and Not Know It?

Tom — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:39:46 +0000

The interesting new study found that many people don’t know they are overweight and aren’t willing to admit it to themselves. Do you believe that?

National Slimming Survey 2009

7% Classified themselves as obese
27% Clinically obese
52% Obese people believe diet healthy

Choose the Right Diet to Match Your Personality

Tom — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:22:39 +0000

Everyone have their own lifestyle, even the same diet plan may not work to everyone. You should pick the right diet plan that suit your lifestyle and your work. In this video, TODAY diet and nutrition editor Madelyn Fernstrom shares tips on finding the right diet plan for your personality.

Structured Eater

Likes orderliness
Follows the rules
Struggles with “Gray Area”
Detail-oriented

Flexible Eater

Likes structure without rigidity
Easy-going and adaptable
Handles ambiguity well
Needs a little “Wiggle Room”

Organizational Eater

Lack of choice is comforting
Thrives on long-term planning
Enjoys extreme structure

Social Eater

Wears heart on sleeve
Uses food for comfort
Finds strength in connecting with other
Enjoy sharing personal information

Exercise Helped Him Lost 187 Pounds

Tom — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 18:05:58 +0000

Exercise is good for everyone, In this case this guy exercise to lose 187 lbs and get back in shape. Russ Lane used to weight 350 lbs. at his heaviest, now he weights 163 lbs. In this video, from Today Show, he will show you his story on how he lost his weight nearly 190 pounds.

30 Worst Foods to Avoid

Tom — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 21:42:28 +0000

Eat This, Not That, a men’s health website ranks the 30 most unhealthy foods in America that you should avoid or eat less. WTVJ’s Diana Gonzalez reports.