While many women may struggle to lose weight and regain their pre-pregnancy shape, other new mothers may shed pounds quickly. The rate at which you lose your pregnancy weight can affect your health and the health of your breastfeeding baby. Very rapid weight loss may signal the presence of postpartum depression, or baby blues. Notify your doctor if you experience any unusual … [Read more...] about Excessive Weight Loss After Pregnancy
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Weightlifting for Women
You might spend hours swimming or running, but you still do not have the curves you hope for. Weightlifting is a good way to get cardiovascular exercise, and it tones and builds your muscles. Weight machines offer controlled, smooth resistance, which helps avoid injury. Free-weights are good for building the smaller supporting muscle groups that machines do not target. Join a … [Read more...] about Weightlifting for Women
Colon Cleanse Without Weight Loss
People have been developing ways to supposedly cleanse and detoxify the human body for thousands of years. One popular method is the colon cleanse. You may have seen advertisements for various cleanses on late night infomercials or in the newspaper. While some cleanses promise dramatic weight loss, others promise to rid the body of harmful toxins to cure a range of illnesses … [Read more...] about Colon Cleanse Without Weight Loss
How To Lose Weight Without Exercising
Many women who are eager to shed unwanted weight opt to hit the gym and sweat it off. If you have neither the desire, nor the time, to do this, you do have other options. Women who don't exercise do not have to resign themselves to a life of shopping in the plus-size section. In fact, an article in the Aug. 9, 2009, issue of "Time" magazine even reported that the benefits of … [Read more...] about How To Lose Weight Without Exercising
Does HCG Work for Weight Loss?
Losing weight may not be as easy as it was to put weight on, but once you have decided the time has come to do it, you can move forward in choosing a weight-loss program. One popular diet is the HCG plan, which involves injections. Learning about using HCG for weight loss and what experts say will help you decide whether to try it yourself.MisconceptionsA common misconception … [Read more...] about Does HCG Work for Weight Loss?