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Weight Loss Blog with Jennifer R. Scott February 2004 Archive

By Jennifer R. Scott, About.com Guide to Weight Loss since 2000

A Fresh Start

Saturday February 28, 2004
I'm still working on getting back on track after my Valentine's day indulgences. Nothing's more detrimental to my will power than a half price after-holiday candy sale! The ... Read More

Movie Munchies

Friday February 27, 2004
The countdown to the movies' big night is on. Counting calories at the movies can pose quite a challenge.

Thought-Provoking Study

Wednesday February 25, 2004
New research from the American Cancer Society shows that a woman's weight gain after age 18 can have a big impact on the chance that she will develop breast cancer.

More Atkins Controversy...

Thursday February 19, 2004
Was Dr. Robert Atkins actually obese at the time of his death? Nutrition Guide Rick Hall explores this issue, as well as the ever-increasing presence of the Atkins influence ... Read More

Anniversary of Ephedra-Linked Death

Tuesday February 17, 2004
Today marks the one year anniversary of the death of Baltimore Orioles pitcher Steve Belcher. Belcher, who was only 23 when he died, took diet pills containing ephedrine -- the ... Read More

Walking Wisdom

Monday February 16, 2004
Looking to peel a few pounds by adding walking to your routine? Check out walking Guide Wendy's feature about how to walk off weight.

All or Nothing?

Sunday February 15, 2004
At some point along our weight loss journey -- especially if we have a lot of weight to lose -- many of us tend to use "all or nothing" thinking. ... Read More

Gastric Bypass May Lengthen Lifespan

Saturday February 14, 2004
Recent research has shown that gastric bypass not only helps patients take excess weight off and keep it off, it may also increase life expectancy by three years or more.

Craving Clues

Friday February 13, 2004
It's 4 p.m. on a Saturday afternoon and cravings are running rampant at your house. So why does your hubby have a hankering for a steak when all you want ... Read More

Emotional Eating Cues

Saturday February 7, 2004
Emotional eating is a problem that many people with weight issues -- especially women -- must deal with. One way to cope is to understand what your emotional eating ... Read More

South Beach Basics

Friday February 6, 2004
Did you know The South Beach Diet focuses on reducing the number of "bad carbs" one consumes, while encouraging "good carbs and good fats"? Highly processed foods like baked goods ... Read More

Learn More About Carbohydrates

Tuesday February 3, 2004
Confused about carbohydrates? Get The Skinny on Carbs from diabetes Guide Paula Ford-Martin.

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