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Weight Loss Blog with Jennifer R. Scott June 2005 Archive

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

South Beach Diet 101

Tuesday June 28, 2005
Wondering what the South Beach Diet is like? Check out South Beach Diet 101 to find out what you need to know about this popular plan.

Staggering Stats ...

Monday June 27, 2005
A recent article by Amanda Gardner at HealthDay.com says health care costs attributed to obesity jumped from $3.6 billion in 1987 to $36.5 billion by 2002.

Today's Quick Tip

Saturday June 25, 2005
Setting big goals does more harm than good. It's easy to get discouraged when you never seem to meet them. Learn how to avoid the big let down with ... Read More

The South Beach Diet is Easier than Ever!

Friday June 24, 2005
The South Beach Diet is now more convenient than ever with Kraft's SBD-line frozen meals, cereal bars, meal replacements, and more, available at your local grocer.

100 Easy Weight Loss Tips!

Thursday June 23, 2005
These are the 100 best weight loss tips we've collected over the past five years! From portion control to counting calories to weighing in, this is the easiest and ... Read More

15 Facts for Newbies

Sunday June 19, 2005
Just getting started? Check out our 15 Facts for Weight Loss Newbies. From counting calories to weighing in, this is everything you need to know to begin your ... Read More

Weight Loss Myth Busters Quiz

Wednesday June 15, 2005
Think you know your stuff when it comes to weight loss? Test your knowledge on everything from calorie counting to portion control with our Weight Loss Myth Busters Quiz.

Obese Children & Blood Tests

Monday June 13, 2005
Overweight children are at increased health risks, just like adults. A new report from Miranda Hitti at WebMD says Obese Kids May Need Blood Sugar Tests to detect early signs ... Read More

Top 10 Portion Pointers

Monday June 13, 2005
Portion control can make or break your weight loss efforts. Learn how to size up servings and avoid overeating with the Top 10 Ways to Control Portions.

Consequences of Obesity

Thursday June 9, 2005
If you're still on the fence about losing weight, be sure to check out our FAQs on Obesity & Health. Just looking over the health consequences makes one thing ... Read More

How 'Bout Them Apples?

Tuesday June 7, 2005
This is an interesting concept: The 3-Apple-a-Day Plan prescribes eating an apple before every meal to help you lose weight! You can learn more by visiting 3appleplan.com, where ... Read More

Why Do Low Carb Diets Fail?

Monday June 6, 2005
Wondering why your low carb diet just isn't working like you'd hoped? Low carb diets Guide Larrian Gillespie explains Seven Reason Why Low Carb Diets Fail.

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

Saturday June 4, 2005
Got a hankering for a sweet treat? Check out our suggestions for treats that will give your sweet tooth a thrill while keeping your calorie intake in check.

Just the FAQs!: Tummy Tuck

Friday June 3, 2005
Check out our new 'Just the FAQs!' installment, where a reader asks: "I have heard celebrities on TV referring to having a tummy tuck for weight loss. How does ... Read More

Slimming Style Secrets

Wednesday June 1, 2005
Keeping your confidence up is an important factor in weightloss. And looking your best is a great self esteem boost! So check out these Slimming Style Secrets.
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