Four Ways To Celebrate with Thanks Instead of Turkey  

This holiday, focus on appreciating the people around you and giving to those less fortunate than you with four simple but powerful gestures.

Learn about the Hungry Girl’s Healthy Holiday Tips                                                               

Lisa Lillien, the colorful and creative soul behind the Hungry Girl, shares with us some of her most fool-proof cooking tips and advice for a guilt-free but delicious Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Fitness Tips and a Thanksgiving Workout

Fearful that your Thanksgiving buffet will pack on the pounds? From a Thanksgiving workout that will supercharge your metabolism to learning about five fitness tips to keep the pounds off, we have what you need to keep your holidays healthy and fun.

Avoid the Thanksgiving Day Food Coma

Learn what hormones and neurotransmitters are involved in putting you in a near catatonic food coma and a few ways to avoid this post Thanksgiving meal slumber.

Low-Fat Diets Improve Mood

Just as you’re about to dig into that third slice of pumpkin pie, keep in mind the new research that illustrates a low-fat diet may help with long-term mood improvement.

Prevention’s New 400-Calorie Fix

Even though Prevention Magazine’s new diet book, the 400-Calorie Fix has not yet been released, we have a sneak peek into what this simple calorie-counting diet plan involves.

New Diet Reviews – Now with more than 1000 published!

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• Video: Ellie Krieger’s Stuffed Turkey Breast
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Weight Loss News In Review – Week of November 15

Kimkins Diet Class Action Lawsuit Filed

After years of customer complaints about the health ramifications associated with the Kimkins Diet, a class action lawsuit has been filed in Riverside, California.

Kellogg’s Ends Deceptive Cereal Labeling

After concerns parents were being duped into believing sugar-bomb cereals like Cocoa Krispies are building kid’s immunities, Kellogg’s is ending its over-the-top nutrition claims.

Believe It, Be It by Biggest Loser’s Ali Vincent Releases This Week

Titling her first book after her personal mantra, this Biggest Loser champion and weight loss success story gives an intimate account of how she lost the weight and continues to manage it.

Diet Soda May Cause Kidney Problems

In case you needed one more reason to give up your diet soda habit, now a study reports that the beverage can reduce kidney function.

Michelle Obama on Sesame Street

The first lady launched the 40th season of the iconic children’s show by teaching kids about healthy habits and gardening.

Five Easy Food Swaps to Prevent Diabetes

These five tips involve slashing sugar, saturated and trans fats, and cutting back on calories so you can lose weight and better control your blood sugar levels.

The Tapeworm Diet

This horrifying diet fad was all the buzz this week after Tyra Banks discussed it on her daytime talk show.

New Diet Reviews – Now with more than 1000 published!

• Nu-Kitchen Fresh for NutriSystem
• Green Smoothies Diet
• Why Are You Weighting
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• Family Fit

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• Video: Michelle Obama and Elmo Discuss Healthy Habits
• Video: Mike Morelli’s Biggest Loser Recap – Week 9
• Slideshow: Daniel Wright’s Biggest Loser Journey
• Slideshow: Shay Sorrell’s Biggest Loser Journey

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Weight Loss News in Review – Week of November 8

November is Diabetes Awareness Month

DietsInReview.com will be providing you with even more information about how to prevent and manage this disease all this month. Plus, look for articles each Friday from the American Diabetes Association.

Top Three Ways to Prevent Diabetes

Our dietitian Rebecca Scritchfield explains how diet, exercise and weight loss can all help you prevent and reverse a type 2 diabetes diagnosis.

Learn more about Diabetes.

Self Magazine’s Healthiest and Unhealthiest Citites

Our health and wellness editor Heather Ashare interviews Self’s Sara Austin to learn more about the survey that identified Burlington, VT as the healthiest city and Tulsa, OK as the most unhealthy city for women in the U.S.

Michelle Obama Spotlights Childhood Obesity Epidemic

The first lady is making childhood obesity one of the items of focus on her agenda.

Kirstie Alley’s New Weight Loss Reality Show

As the actress continues to battle her weight, missing a bikini goal on Oprah this week, she’s going to embark on a journey to lose it on a new show on A&E in 2010.

How to Dine Out: Italian Food

Trying to lose weight, but can’t resist your favorite Italian restaurant? Don’t worry, we’ve got tips you can use when ordering to keep calories in check and satisfaction high.

5 Healthiest Breakfast Foods

Get the most out of this most important meal of the entire day!

10 Tips for Achieving Successful Weight Loss

Trainer Matt Johnson says it really is as easy as eating right and exercising. Plus a few other things like drinking plenty of water and getting enough sleep.

New Diet Reviews – Now with more than 1000!

• Check-out our Chief Mom’s in-depth review of the Diet to Go meal delivery service.

New Diet Videos and Diet Slideshows

• Video: Mike Morelli’s Biggest Loser Recap – Week 8
• Video: Jillian Michaels Casting Call
• Video: Biggest Loser’s Tracey Yukich with Jay Leno’s Ross the Intern
• Slideshow: Tracey Yukich’s Biggest Loser Journey
• Slideshow: Girl Scout Cookies Nutrition Facts

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Weight Loss News in Review – Week of November 1

Announcing Mom to Mom Newsletter

Our Chief Mom is dishing up information and insights on how to manage a healthy and balanced household in our newest monthly newsletter. Each month you’ll learn more about how to live a healthy life in the face of real life. Sign-up today!

Calories in Your Favorite Halloween Candy

Before you mindlessly start munching threw your kids’ trick-or-treat bucket, consider how quickly you can consume 100 calories.

Smart Choices Grocery Program Discontinued

The FDA has investigated this “healthy food label” program and deemed it confusing for consumers.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s Controversial Fitness Comment

Her tongue-in-cheek advice for losing weight after 35 causes quite a stir.

The Ultimate Butt Burning Workout

Tighten and strengthen those glutes with this workout designed by our fitness expert Matt Johnson.

Is Childhood Obesity Abuse?

Parents around the world are losing custody of their overweight children.

Carnie Wilson’s New Show Unstapled

No stranger to reality cameras or the weight struggle, Carnie’s on a mission to lose 50 pounds.

Curtis Stone’s Mediterranean Turkey Burger

The Chef prepared this flavorful turkey burger, sandwiched between portobello mushrooms, for the Biggest Losers.

New Diet Reviews – Now with more than 1000 diet reviews!

• Valerie Bertinelli’s Losing It and Keeping Fit DVD
• Diabetes DTOUR Diet
• Hungry Girl Chew the Right Thing
• This is Why You’re Fat
• 101 Things to Do Before You Diet
• Habitwise

New Diet Videos and Slideshows

• Video: How to Select a Healthy Peanut Butter
• Video: Food Finds: 100 Calorie Tortilla
• Video: Mike Morelli’s Biggest Loser Recap 8.7
• Slideshow: Abby Rike’s Biggest Loser Journey

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Weight Loss News in Review – Week of October 25

Jillian Michaels Casting New Show ‘Losing It’

If you can’t get enough of Jillian, then tune-in to NBC in the summer of 2010 to see her new show, in which she’ll move-in with unhealthy families to overhaul their lives.

Casting Call for New Weight Loss Show ‘100 Lost’

If you and a friend each have more than 50 pounds to lose, and want to wager your own money on your weight loss, then you could be a part of this new show.

5 New Ways to Workout at Home

Now that the weather has cooled and you find yourself anticipating months of indoor hibernation, mix-up your workout routine with these exercises.

Strength Training Key to Longevity

Many experts believe that strength training is the key to preventing age-related disabilities.

How to Dine Out: Mexican

In the first installment of our new How to Dine Out series, you’ll learn how to enjoy flavorful Mexican food in a restaurant without going overboard on calories and fat. Plus, find several healthy Mexican recipes you can prepare yourself.

Gluten-Free Resources for Celiac Awareness Month

October recognizes Celiac disease and our natural health editor, Amy, has put together several resources that are ideal for gluten-free dieters.

New Diet Reviews - Now with more than 1000 diet reviews!

• Weight Watchers at Work
• Withings WiFi Body Scale
• Diet To Go

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• Video: Biggest Loser Recap – 8.6
• Video: Food Find: Sprite Green and Mini Coke
• Slideshow: Dina Mercado’s Biggest Loser Journey
• Slideshow: Calories in Alcohol

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Weight Loss News In Review – Week of October 18

Healthy Halloween Recipes for Kids

Ditch the candy apples, candy bars and cupcakes for some treats that are just as funky, but not nearly as packed with sugar and fat. Plus, they’re super fun to make!

Five Healthiest Foods for Fall

There is a bounty of wholesome foods that are in season now and offer a wealth of health benefits.

Top 10 Fittest Cities in the U.S.

Washington, D.C. leads the ten fittest cities, being recognized for the healthy, active lives its citizens lead.

The Mathematics of Weight Loss

With the simple science that weight loss comes down to calories in and calories out, learn some simple tricks for how to reduce calorie consumption and increase calorie burn.

Biggest Loser “Where Are They Now” Special Airs Thanksgiving Week

Tune-in to see more than 40 previous contestants, how they’re living today and further accomplishments since the show.

Jillian Michaels Not Training Celebrities, Only Regular People

The Biggest Loser trainer clarifies rumors that she is working with Hollywood celebrities, making clear she’s only interested in the health of regular people.

We Love Fiber One Yoplait Yogurt and Coupon Giveaway

We’ve tried thew new yogurt from Yoplait and liked it so much we couldn’t wait to tell you about it. And the first 50 readers can try it for free, too!

Sneaking Vegetables Into Food Cheats Kids

Our Chief Mom shares how we’re not doing our kids any favors by sneaking cauliflower purees and the like into their pasta, brownies and other foods.

New Diet Reviews – Now with more than 1000 diet reviews!

• The Kind Diet – new release this week
• DailyBurn
• Jenny Craig for Men
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• Breast Cancer Prevention Diet

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New Diet Videos and Diet Slideshows

• Video: Mike Morelli’s Biggest Loser Recap: 8.4
• Slideshow: Most Unhealthy Fast Food Menu Items
• Slideshow: Coach Mo’s Biggest Loser Journey

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Weight Loss News In Review – Week of October 11

Announcing traineoPLUS Launch with DietsInReview.com

We’ve partnered with traineoPLUS, a revolutionary new online weight management program.

Blogs Against Breast Cancer 2009

Help us raise money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation in our second annual Blogs Against Breast Cancer drive. We’ll make a $5 donation when you place our “My Blog Cares” badge on your site.

Eat More Colors to Cut Cancer Risk

Learn all the healthy benefits from the rainbow of fruits and vegetables, and how you can fend-off cancer with an apple, or bell pepper, a day!

7 Things You Need to Know to Have a Healthy Day

No matter how crazed your day is, if you can manage these seven action items, healthy days will turn in to healthy weeks!

Negative Calorie Foods are Just Another Diet Myth

Have you heard celery and grapefruit called “negative calorie foods” and wondered if it was just a myth or actually true? Our dietitian, Rebecca Scritchfield, explains why this is a myth.

Obese Kids See Big Benefits from Small Weight Loss

A new study examined the consequences of family health programs on very obese children. They found that even modest weight loss had significant health benefits.

New Diet Reviews – Now with more than 1000 diet reviews!

• Biggest Loser Resort
• Biggest Loser Wii Game
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• Ketogirl

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New Diet Videos

• traineoPLUS Demo
• Mike Morelli’s Biggest Loser 8.4 Recap

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Weight Loss News In Review – Week of October 4

Blogs Against Breast Cancer 2009

Help us raise money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation in our second annual Blogs Against Breast Cancer drive. We’ll make a $5 donation when you place our “My Blog Cares” badge on your site.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Learn more about how you can prevent this disease, that will affect one in eight women, by introducing healthy diet and fitness habits into your life.

Win a Grocery List Makeover for Healthier Shopping

Healthy eating begins with the foods you choose at the grocery store. So, we’re going to give two people a makeover that will show in their shopping carts!

Interview with DietTribe Season 2’s Tiffany Young

We spoke with Tiffany Young, one of five new members of Lifetime’s DietTribe, to learn how her weight loss journey had brought her, her sister, and three friends to this reality. Catch the DietTribe premiere tonight!

Nicole Sullivan Named New Jenny Craig Spokesperson

The funny actress is getting serious about her post-baby weight loss by joining with the Jenny Craig weight loss program.

NFL Fights Childhood Obesity with Fuel Up to Play 60

The program launches to more than 60,000 schools nationwide this fall, empowering youth to take charge of their own health by being more active, eating healthier foods, and improving the overall health of their schools and communities.

Top 5 Foods to Prevent Flu and Cold

To fend-off the flu or a cold this fall, you’ll need the support of your immune system. And your immune system needs vitamins A, C, and E plus minerals like zinc and selenium to do its job. These are the foods that will best help you meet these needs.

Four Ways to Make Breakfast Cereal a Winner

Our Chief Mom shows you how to make the most important meal of the day one that will fuel yourself and your children.

New Diet Reviews – Now with more than 1000 diet reviews!

• Zrii Nutriiveda
• The Amazing Adventures of Dietgirl
• Body Togs
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New Diet Videos

• Biggest Loser Recap – Episode 3
• Breast Cancer Survivor Uses Hot Yoga
• Yoga for Breast Cancer Survivors
• Preventing Breast Cancer with Nutrition

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Weight Loss News in Review – Week of September 27

Autism Awareness Week

This week we featured several moms and experts all sharing their take on how nutrition and fitness play a positive role in managing their child’s autism. Learn more about the Feingold Diet, GFCF Diet, satisfying a finicky eater, the benefits of yoga, and even hear how a Biggest Loser family incorporates healthier habits for all of their kids!

Employer Forced to Pay for Obese Employee’s Weight Loss Surgery

A case affecting a small pizza establishment in Indiana is bound to have national implications, and add fuel to the fire of the growing health care debate.

Recommended Daily Protein Intake

Knowing how much is too much or even too little can be a problematic guessing game for even the most attentive dieter. Learn how much is just right for you, and some of the ideal protein sources.

Five Key Supplements for Good Health

Our Chief Mom explains the five supplements to include in your health regimen if you diet is helping you reach satisfactory levels.

Depression May Cut Cancer Survival

Research from the University of British Columbia has found that depression may hinder a cancer patient’s chances of survival.

Daily Burn’s Food Scanner iPhone App is an Essential Food Journal Tool

This is easily the hottest iPhone app out there, as it lets you scan the UPC code of packaged foods to access its complete food label and then record those nutrients into your food label. Calorie counting has never been so easy!

New Diet Reviews

This week DietsInReview.com reached a major milestone in publishing its 1000th diet review, proving once again we’re a reliable leader online for objective diet reviews. Our newest additions include:

• Biggest Loser Simple Swaps (releases 9/29)
• Code Nutrition
• ChaLEAN
• 5-Factor Fitness
• The Kind Diet (releases 10/19)
• 1st Personal Diet
• Core Connection

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New Diet Videos

• Mike Morelli’s Biggest Loser 8.2 Recap
• Calorie Restriction Dieter Joe Cordell
• How to Choose an Autism Diet

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Weight Loss News in Review – Week of September 20

Salmon is Cheaper than Hot Dogs

Think you can’t afford healthier meals for your family? Think again. Check out this comparison of the costs of various protein sources, and find that the healthier items cost less.

Mike Morelli’s Biggest Loser Recap – 8.1

The Biggest Loser premiered this week with 16 new contestants. Former contestant and current DietsInReview.com Biggest Loser correspondent Mike Morelli shares his thoughts on this first week at the ranch.

Alexandra White – Biggest Loser Elimination Interview

With only seven days on the ranch, Alexandra proved she took away the tools she needed to lose 70 pounds on her own at home. Find out how this college student lives a healthy lifestyle, and who she’s dating from the show!

20 Affordable Ways to Lose Weight Without a Gym Membership

Don’t have the time or money to hit the gym? Don’t worry about it! Trainer Matt Johnson proves you can still lose weight outside the gym.

More to Love Finale Recap – Luke Chooses Tali

This larger than life dating show wrapped this week with bachelor Luke proposing to the Israeli beauty Tali. Let us know if you think they’ll make it!

Secret Weight Loss Power of Blueberries

Canadian researchers have now found that “biotransformed” blueberries with bacteria from the berry’s skin may help people fight obesity and diabetes.

Smart Choices Program May Not be Overly Smart for Shoppers

Chief Mom Carmen Staicer identifies some flaws in this would-be healthy food labeling program.

What to Eat Before Endurance Races

Our dietitian Rebecca Scritchfield completed her first triathlon, and offers some insight on what and how to eat before taking on your own endurance race.

New Diet Reviews

• Curves 30-Day Diet
• Physique 57
• Jennifer Aniston Diet
• Jillian Michaels Detox
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• All Pro Diet

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New Diet Videos

• Biggest Loser Behind the Scenes with Jillian and Bob
• Biggest Loser 8 Bonus Scene: Tracey and Dr. Huizenga

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Weight Loss News In Review – Week of September 13