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 Question: I was an overweight child, and because of that, I tend to have a poor body image. Even though I am losing weight now, I can't help but be critical of my still-overweight body and I feel ugly most of the time. Any tips on how to beat this?
Answer:
Trans fatty acids (TFA's), also known as funny fats, are formed when oils are subjected to heat, pressure, chemical solvents, or a process called hydrogenation. This process of hydrogenation exposes an oil to high heat and high pressure in the presence of hydrogen gas. Functionally, it makes an unsaturated fat more solid at room temperature, which extends its shelf life and improves texture in many processed goods. more ...
Recognizing Hunger Signals
Chronic dieting can result in a numbing of hunger signals and an inability to recognize fullness. If you don't respond to hunger knocking on that internal door, eventually it will stop knocking! more ...
High Fructose Corn Syrup & Obesity
There is a theory that high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), the sweetener used in most sweetened beverages, is linked to the rise in obesity seen in our society over the past 50 years. It is speculated that fructose actually alters the hormonal response of the body, resulting in increased body fat storage and appetite as compared to other sugars of the same caloric content. more ...
Running: Advantages & Disadvantages
There are many advantages and disadvantages to running. It's an incredible cardiovascular workout but it can also be very hard on your body. more ...
Interpreting Blood Pressure
It's very important to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range. Sustained high blood pressure can not only damage the blood vessels in your heart, but it can also increase your risk for stroke. more ...
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