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Extra virgin olive oil is a tasty ingredient in salad dressings and Mediterranean dishes, and studies have found that olive oil can decrease the risk of heart disease and certain cancers, contributing to a  prolonged life, when included in a diet. According toNational Geographic News, “Olive oil may actually prevent cancer” and “oleic acid, the main monounsaturated fatty acid in olive oil, can cripple a cancer gene responsible for 25 to 30 percent of all breast cancers.”
How can something so [...]

ByLiz Vaccariello, Editor-in-Chief, Prevention
Weight loss requires two things: burning calories through exercise and cutting them through smart food choices and portion control. In theory, you could create a calorie deficit by spending hours at the gym, but that’s not realistic-or much fun. And who wants to live on lettuce leaves? Instead, try these seven everyday moves to drop pounds effortlessly.
1. Fidget
James Levine, MD, of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, has spent a decade studying the role that everyday movement, [...]

By Joy Bauer, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.
A good face cream can work wonders, but it’s equally important to nourish your skin from the inside out. Below, I present four delicious foods packed with essential nutrients to keep your skin looking radiant and fresh!

By Jessica Hulett
Feeling down in the dumps? Believe it or not, a dietary deficiency could be the culprit. Whether you’re anxious, depressed or just plain irritable, chances are there’s a food that can lend a hand and give you a much-needed lift. Eat your cares away with these 9 super mood boosters.
Eggs
If you’re in a fog, you can’t get things done, which can lead to frustration and eventually depression. Protein increases your alertness and energy. If you’re not getting enough [...]

Making healthy food choices is an essential part of any weight loss program, and knowing what to eat can help dieters prepare wholesome meals that maximize calorie burn and fat loss. Adjust your diet to include these foods and help the pounds fall off!

Metabolism Boosters

A study published in the April 2004 issue of Obesity Research determined that dieters who consumed three to four servings of dairy products per day lost significantly more weight than dieters who ate little to no [...]

Grapefruit season is peaking – just in time for new year’s resolutions and new-found determination to finally lose those pounds! The following article by About.com’s Mary Shomon reveals the juicy details about this amazing fruit:
The Grapefruit Diet is Alive and Well!
By Mary Shomon
I don’t know about you, but this winter, I’ve been just binging on grapefruit! It turns out, that my cravings make sense, and are part of my successful weight loss effort.
Now, in a new study by the Nutrition [...]

Stuffed with stuffing, filled with turkey, crammed with cookies, and saturated with alcohol. Now what? Holidays call for celebration, and many of us know the consequences that come from overindulging in alcohol and food. Sometimes, despite out best intentions, we overdo it. This holiday season, detoxify and recover naturally with the tips that follow.

Soda, pop, cola, soft drink — whatever you call it, it is one of the worst beverages that you could be drinking for your health. As the debate for whether to put a tax on the sale of soft drinks continues, you should know how they affect your body so that you can make an informed choice on your own.

A new diet pill or miracle weight-loss product seems to hit the shelves every day — only to be quickly followed by news about health risks, or worse, a recall from the FDA. So what else can you do to aid your dieting efforts when the tried and true method of eating less and moving more isn’t enough, but you don’t want to resort to risky diet supplements? A few natural remedies, when combined with proper nutrition and exercise, may be just the answer.

Women’s Health
Here’s a secret: slaving away inside your body — right this minute — is your very own personal trainer working tirelessly to help you burn calories and shed fat. It’s called your metabolism, and it’s the sum of everything your body does. Each time you eat, enzymes in your body’s cells break down the food and turn it into energy that keeps your heart beating, your mind thinking, and your legs churning during a grueling workout. The faster your [...]