Posts Tagged ‘fruits and vegetables’

Does Sugar Make You Fat?

By Team TFLA On July 4, 2011 3 Comments

Anyone who has tried and tried again to lose weight knows the importance of minimizing sugar in our diets. If you’ve ever uttered the words, “no dessert for me, I’m on a diet,” then you probably want to know if sugar makes you fat.

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When it comes to sugar and fat gain there is a lot of misinformation out there and this misguidance doesn’t just relate to weight gain either –  for example, did you know that high sugary diets are also linked to an increased risk of yeast infections ?

Yes, I bet you didn’t know that!

Ok – before we delve into whether or not sugar makes you fat, we must understand that all sugars are not created equal.

If you’ve ever wondered,

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Pear Nutrition Facts – How Many Calories Are In A Pear?

By Team TFLA On June 9, 2011 2 Comments

It’s no secret that the key to successful weight loss is a well-balanced diet that consists of fruits and vegetables. But, what if apples and oranges aren’t your thing? There are plenty of other fruits you can add to your diet to help you achieve a calorie deficit.

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Pears are a delicious and convenient fruit you can add to your diet. This little mentioned fruit can give you valuable nutrients without adding much to your calorie count. Keep reading to find out if the calories in a pear spell weight loss for you! Click here to continue reading



Ediets.com Promo Code – eDiets Meal Delivery Coupon Code

By Team TFLA On June 7, 2011 1 Comment

If you’ve been on a weight loss quest without much success, chances are you’ve tried just about every new diet to hit the market in recent years. From Atkins to the Primal Diet and everything in between, these diets make bold promises with very little follow through.

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Very little follow through that is, until eDiets. eDiets is a meal delivery diet plan designed to help those who lead busy lives shed weight successfully. Keep reading for access to eDiets promo codes!

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eDiets is a weight loss program that delivers healthy meals—chosen by you—to your door just about every

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Weight Watchers Review – New & Improved or Same Old Stuff?

By Team TFLA On May 18, 2011 No Comments

When it comes to weight loss, many yo-yo dieters keep trying the same old methods and expecting different results. Isn’t that the very definition of insanity?

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{Weight Watchers (allegedly) helped Jennifer Hudson shed the fat…can it help you?}

Well the good news is that Weight Watchers has done something very few weight loss programs have done—change their methods to keep up with weight loss science! Keep reading TLFA’s Weight Watchers review to find out if the new Weight Watchers is for you! Click here to continue reading



Hawaiian Roll Nutrition Facts – How Many Calories Are in A Hawaiian Roll?

By Team TFLA On April 20, 2011 1 Comment

Although sushi in general has a reputation for being very light, many sushi eaters find themselves stuffed after a tasty roll. Enter the Hawaiian roll. The Hawaiian roll tastes light and refreshing, and unmistakably Hawaiian.  

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Made with cooked shrimp, avocadoes and mangoes, the Hawaiian roll is an easy way to satisfy your appetite without feeling heavy and lethargic afterwards.

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5 Ways to Make Losing Stomach Fat Easier!

By Team TFLA On April 5, 2011 1 Comment

Stomach fat is many things, among them annoying, ugly and impossible to lose. Worry no more, for there are steps you can take to make losing stomach fat easier than it has ever been!

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[Being a cartoon character is the only way to stop worrying about losing stomach fat!]

All you have to do is make a few small changes to your life and ridding your body of that pesky stomach fat will just another goal to accomplish. Weight loss is never easy, but we’ve come up with a few tips that will make losing stomach fat easier. Click here to continue reading



Easy Smoothie Recipes Day or Night!

By Team TFLA On January 28, 2011 No Comments

Smoothies have become all the rage among health-conscious urbanites the world over. Smoothies are healthy, delicious, and easy to make; all you need are a few smoothie basics and you’ll be whipping up immune-boosting smoothie recipes for your loved ones in no time!

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A proper smoothie only has a few ingredients so you can mix & match your favorite fruit and vegetable combos for some tasty drinkable snacks that won’t cost you another 30 minutes in the gym! If you stick with fresh fruits and vegetables in your easy smoothie recipes, your job gets much easier. Click here to continue reading



Squash Your Appetite With This Confusing Vegetable

By Mike On October 8, 2009 6 Comments

I spy with my little eye a place where multiple rows of farm fresh produce from sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh picked apples, nuts, dried fruit, bright colored flowers, lettuce crisp and fresh, the leanest cuts of meats, the finest fish from the sea, fresh baked goods, tangy cheeses, and tropical fruits. Answer: A big-box supermarket store. What? Seriously? Don’t be a smart-ass! Correct Answer: Your local farmer’s market.

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[Look past the pumpkins and you'll see squash in all shapes and sizes. I love the vibrant colors in this photo.]

There is nothing like walking through a market during this time year because of the variety of fruits and vegetables available. One vegetable in particular that stands out from the crowd is squash because of the many different colors, sizes, and

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