4 habits that mess up your metabolism

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4 habits that mess up your metabolism Your metabolism isn't just controlled by what you eat and how often you exercise. Everyday habits —even those seemingly unrelated to your weight— can cause it to sputter. And when you burn fewer calories throughout the day because your fat-torching furnace isn't hot enough, you're at risk for gaining flab. Avoid these mistakes and you can keep your metabolism humming along. Read More

Slim down at home: #StartTODAY with 4 easy, healthy recipes What keeps you from cooking at home: a lack of time, energy, groceries, or desire? No matter what's holding you back, these four tasty recipes are an easy fix for your home-cooking obstacles.Protein pancake: Forget starchy diner-style flapjacks, which can set you back more than 750 calories. Instead, give these pancakes a try—they’re packed with satisfying protein and go for a mere 266 calories. Read More How to set a realistic weight-loss goal you'll actually stick to How to establish your objectivesWhatever your goal is, set a few benchmarks so you can chart your progress while you work toward it, says Traci Statler Ph.D., of the Intimina Medical Advisory Board. To give yourself the best chance of succeeding, your goals should be realistic and attainable, like getting in 30 minutes on the treadmill per day or eating four nutritious lunches during the workweek. Read More

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