Healthy Back to School Week

This week at DietsInReview.com, the focus was on the kids, with Healthy Back to School Week. We invited moms, yoga instructors, chefs, nutrition experts and more to share their insights on ways to fuel kids’ minds, bodies and souls as they transition back into the classroom and prepare for a strong year ahead.

Kathleen Sebelius Aims Stimulus Money to Help Fight Obesity

The Health and Human Services Secretary is working to provide states and local governments with money to control obesity, which will include investing in public transportation to encourage more walking.

Experts Debunk Recent Weight Loss Exercise Myth

Last week’s Time magazine article discussing the myths of exercise has caused quite a stir amongst the health community. Our dietitian shares how she and other nutrition and fitness experts are refuting this argument.

Sherri Shepherd’s Weight Loss with Fresh Diet

This once overweight co-host of The View shows off her new size 10 body, and talks about how old fashioned diet and exercise helped her lose ten inches.

Does Weight Loss Equal Love Lost?

Our Chief Mom discusses a popular phenomenon – when you lose weight and your significant other becomes insecure. How to help them and yourself.

Best Places to Run in Detroit

The series continues with our fitness expert Matt Johnson, introducing the three best places to go for a run, jog or walk in the Motor City.

Stress Makes us Fat

A new study from Wake Forest University shows when we’re more stressed, we’re more likely to reach for high-fat foods.

Breast Cancer Survivors Benefit from Lifting Weights

New research says it’s now safe for breast cancer survivors to hit the gym and start lifting. In fact, they now say it helps to increase muscle strength, range of mobility and self-confidence.

New Diet Reviews

• NutriSystem Vegetarian
• Trikke
• The Lazy Chick Diet
• Flex Enervive
• Dr. Melina
• Bonus Years Diet

Don’t see what you like? Try our brand-new Diet Finder to find the one that’s right for you.

New Health Videos

• NutriSystem D Commercial
• Buyer Beware: Web Weight Loss Supplements
• Interview with Terra Wellington
• Beginner Yoga Positions: Tree Pose

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Weight Loss News in Review – Week of August 9

HCG Diet: Look Elsewhere for Weight Loss

Our dietitian explains the facts about this controversial, extremely low-calorie and potentially dangerous new weight loss fad, which relies on human chorionic gonadotropin, a hormone produced during pregnancy by the cells that form the placenta.

Obese at Higher Risk for Swine Flu

With concern growing that this winter we’ll see another surge from the H1N1 virus, experts point out that these obese are at a higher risk than others.

3 Ways to Stop the Gym Blues

Bored at the gym or constantly finding yourself seeking new motivation? Former Biggest Loser Mike Morelli shares tips for overcoming the love/hate relationship with working out.

Gwyneth Paltrows “Clean” 3-Week Detox Diet

The newest trend in Gwyneth’s bag of health and weight tricks is a new cleanse program from Dr. Alejandro Junger called Clean.

Rush Limbaugh Loses Weight with Quick Weight Loss Centers

When Rush talks, people listen. And it now it seems when Rush loses, people want to lose, too. This week he announced that Quick Weight Loss Centers program is responsible for helping him shed 80 pounds since spring.

Fried and Fatty Food May Cause Ulcerative Colitis

This disease is an inflammatory bowel disease where the lining of the large intestine becomes inflamed and ulcerated. It causes major discomfort with symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and even bleeding. Researchers have found a link between ulcerative colitis and red meat and fried foods.

MojaMix – A Unique Custom Cereal Blend and Free Giveaway

Nevermind the pre-packaged cereals lining grocery store shelves. With MojaMix, you can create your own cereal using local, organic, nutritious ingredients. Learn more and enter for a free blend.

The Mike Tyson Workout

Our trainer Matt Johnson met this former heavyweight champion and learned what his diet and fitness schedule looks like.

Coors Field Introduces Gluten-Free Concession Stand

Take your friends with food allergies out to the ball game! In Major League Baseball’s first gluten-free concession stand, Colorado Rockies fans will find beer, food and snacks all missing gluten.

New Diet Reviews

• Clean
• Natural Foods Diet
• High Protein Diet
• Slim in 6
• Real-Food Diet
• Portion Pals

New Diet Videos

• Healthy Living Tips with Dietitian Elizabeth Ward
• Running Tips from the BlogHer 5k, part I
• Running Tips from the BlogHer 5k, part II
• Healthy Living Tips from BlogHer ‘09
• Understanding Sugar

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Weight Loss News In Review – Week of July 26

Healthy Pregnancy Week

This week DietsInReview.com featured a number of moms, dads and fitness and nutrition experts to share a variety of tips and information to help you manage your health before, during and after baby.

Contrave is a New Weight Loss Drug Promising to End Cravings

Big news this week when a trial weight loss drug, Contrave, exceeded the FDA’s standards. This cocktail combines two drugs known for their anti-depressant and addiction recovery capabilities.

BlogHer Fitness Prize Pack Giveaways

Our very own Chief Mom, Carmen Staicer, is attending BlogHer in Chicago this week. We want you to get to know her and win a Pilates Prize Pack or set of Lifeline resistance cables.

More to Love Premieres on Fox July 28

Reality TV dating is trying to prove that size doesn’t matter in the game of love. This new show on Fox has overweight bachelor Luke Conley looking for love amongst 20 curvy women.

Best Places to Run in LA

This is the first of many articles to come featuring the best places to run in major U.S. cities. Our fitness expert Matt Johnson is making it even easier for you to hit the road with three keen Los Angeles spots.

Meet the 650-Pound Virgin on TLC

This 32-year-old once tipped scales at 650 pounds. Now 400 pounds lighter and a personal trainer, he’s noticed a change in his love life.

New Diet Reviews

• Diet Detective
• Slimware
• F2 Diet
• Contrave

New Diet Videos

• How to Eat With Your Eyes
• Eating Healthier at Coffee Shops
• How to Make a Healthy Smoothie

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Weight Loss News in Review – Week of July 19

Suicide Risk Increases for Overweight Teens

This is alarming news that parents, educators and even teens should take to heart. Recent research shows a great suicide risk for teens that are overweight or believe that they are, regardless of gender. Our mental health professional, Brooke Randolph, asks how we can work together to get teens on board with living healthy lifestyles.

Prevention is a Healthier Route Than Treatment

As President Obama’s health care plan starts gaining traction, there is more and more discussion taking place about health care in our country. Nutritionist Kinsey Lowrey explains how disease prevention costs less in the long run – both financially and on our health – and how it’s simple to implement small changes toward that goal.

The 10,000 Steps a Day Walking Plan

We hear from every health source that we can reap health benefits just by introducing the slightest amount of physical activity into our routine. Fitness expert Matt Johnson explains the 10,000 steps per day walking program and how using a pedometer can help you move more.

Comparing Curves, Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig and NutriSystem

When it comes to weight loss, these four brand names are probably the most recognizable. And they’ve got a few things many of today’s quick-fix diets don’t – longevity, reputation and results. Take a look at our side-by-side comparison of these popular diets to see if one is right for you.

Study Condemns Condiments

New research is suggesting that if you just say no to the extras on your food, like ketchup, relish, etc., you can shed some weight. But not so much because of the extra calories, even though that would help too, it’s more about evidence that shows condiments make people consume more food.

New Diet Reviews

We’re constantly updating our library of diet reviews. This week the new additions are:

• Whole Foods Diet
• Conquer the Fat Loss Code
• Turbozymes
• Zotrim
• Body Slimming Toe Ring

New Diet and Fitness Videos

• The Best Pilates Core Workout
• Dance Your Ass Off Sneak Peek
• Banana Splits for Breakfast Recipe

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Weight Loss News In Review — Week of June 21