The Accidental Herbalist

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Does Chocolate Contain a Weight-Loss Secret?

Monday, June 29th, 2009

Before you reach for your next bite of chocolate, discover this tasty morsel’s weight-control powers

Could the most-craved food in the U.S. actually help you to lose weight? On average, Americans consume almost 12 pounds of this tasty treat per year—a potentially hefty number to add to waistlines around the country. But there is good news. [...]

Appetite Control: Are Researchers “There Yet?”

Monday, June 8th, 2009

Scientists identify natural compound that may influence appetite and encourage positive weight-management habits.

Everybody, it seems, wants to lose weight. Meanwhile, researchers seem to be constantly searching for the Holy Grail of weight-loss science: a compound that curbs appetite. Now it seems that you may be able to influence your hunger with the help of yet [...]

6 Steps to a Lean, Muscular Physique

Sunday, March 1st, 2009

As researchers race to develop magic pill, experts reveal unique, natural weight-control strategy for men.

Popular thinking promotes the idea that exercise and willpower alone will lead you to the promised land of a ripped physique, six-pack abs and rock-hard muscles bristling with sex appeal. But science is quickly showing that, even with all the mental [...]

Trouble Shedding Post-Holiday Pounds?

Saturday, January 3rd, 2009

For millions of people, ‘twas the season for guiltless feasting. After all, you only enjoy traditional holiday fare like pumpkin pie and the increasingly popular deep-fried turkey once a year, right? According to government studies, most people expect to enter the new year heavier than before. Even though the average increase is just over one [...]