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Weight Management

There are many approaches to dieting and many claims for great success with various fad diets. To date, although many diets achieve effective immediate weight loss, none has emerged as an effective tool for maintaining healthy weight. The only definite recommendation that can be made about any diet plan is to be sure to include an exercise program, assuming there are no health problems to preclude it.

The original food pyramid, with four food groups, has been replaced with an upd...

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Expert & Community Posts

From Wild-Ass-Guesses to Educated Guestimates: Practical Pointers to Improve Your Carb Counts

By Amy Tenderich , Health Expert

Reprinted with permission of Amy Tenderich of DiabetesMine.com I met Hope Warshaw a couple of... Read more »

Healthy Holiday Eating

By Dr. Bill Quick , Health Expert

It's now the holiday season, so I thought it would be appropriate to reproduce the following hints,... Read more »

A Daily Food Guide to Lowering Cholesterol

By Melanie Thomassian , Health Expert

The information below is organized according to the various food groups as a handy reference guide.... Read more »

Food Fad or Good Nutrition? Using Food Studies to Make Healthy Choices

By Phyllis Johnson , Health Expert

...questions—who, where, when, how, and why—can be very helpful guides to evaluating research.... Read more »

Popular Diets Reviewed: Weight Watchers

By Heather Reese , Health Expert

My first memories of Weight Watchers date back to grade school when my mom and her friend Katie... Read more »

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Health Guide

Diabetes Diet: Major Food Components in a healthy diabetic diet

Major Food ComponentsCarbohydratesCompared to fats and protein, carbohydrates have the greatest impact on blood sugar. Both the amount and type of carbohydrate affect blood glucose. Carbohydrate... Read more »

Recommended Exercise Methods

A few simple rules are helpful as you develop your own routine.Don't eat for 2 hours before vigorous exercise.Drink plenty of fluids before, during, and after a workout.Adjust activity according to... Read more »

Diabetes Diet: Diabetic Exchange Lists

Diabetic Exchange ListsThe objective of diabetic exchange lists is to maintain the proper balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats throughout the day. Patients should meet with a dietician or... Read more »

Encephalitis: Viral: Resources

www.cdc.gov -- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC)www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/arbor -- CDC website for arboviruseswww.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/westnile -- CDC West Nile virus... Read more »

Eating Disorders: Treatment for Anorexia

for AnorexiaThe treatment goals for patients with anorexia require a team approach. Doctors should immediately check and treat any medical problems related to the condition, such as bone... Read more »

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