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How Downplaying the Obesity Epidemic Harms Public Health

Recently, Becky has seen several news stories downplaying the effects of excess weight. She thinks this is a very big issue, and she would like you to share your thoughts, too

Posted 1/25/2013 6:00:00 AM By: : 84 comments 32,944 views

What You Need to Know about Nectresse, the Zero-Calorie Sweetener

Dietitian Becky shares the scoop on the zero-calorie sweetener, Nectresse. Is it natural? And what's a monkfruit?

Posted 1/18/2013 6:00:00 AM By: : 65 comments 50,894 views

What Do 300-Calorie Meals Really Look Like?

See picture-perfect portions of 300-calorie meals!

Posted 1/14/2013 6:00:00 AM By: : 754 comments 348,697 views

10 Tips to Lose 10 Pounds

Need help kick-starting your weight-loss goals for 2013? Here's some great advice from some of our successful SparkPeople members!

Posted 1/3/2013 6:00:00 AM By: : 77 comments 75,805 views

Rise and Stride: You Could Walk Off Up to 10 Pounds in 28 Days

Coach Nicole designed this four-week fitness plan to help you try to shed up to 10 pounds in one month--just by walking.

Posted 1/1/2013 6:00:00 AM By: : 118 comments 2,524,059 views

21 Light Beers to Toast with This New Year's Eve

When you toast the new year this weekend, pick a drink that's not going to weigh you down.

Posted 12/27/2012 12:00:00 PM By: : 94 comments 70,902 views

The Cost of a Cocktail: Up to 18 Pounds a Year

According to a new study, many of us are consuming 300 calories of alcohol daily! Find out exactly how those sippable calories can impact your waistline.

Posted 12/21/2012 12:00:00 PM By: : 59 comments 56,433 views

You Asked: Will Fasting Jump-Start My Weight-Loss Efforts and Boost My Health?

People ask use all the time: Is fasting a good way to jump-start your weight loss? Our dietitian, Becky, has the answer.

Posted 12/19/2012 8:00:00 AM By: : 59 comments 72,582 views

The Truth about the 'Fat-Burning Zone' and Weight Loss

Do lower-intensity workouts really burn more fat? Here's why you should probably ignore the "fat-burning" setting on your cardio machine.

Posted 11/8/2012 12:00:00 AM By: : 67 comments 77,002 views

How Bob Dropped 66 Pounds--and His Blood Pressure!*

Find out how Bob lost nearly 70 pounds and lowered his blood pressure with SparkPeople!

Posted 11/6/2012 10:00:00 AM By: : 58 comments 35,402 views

Set Realistic Goals for Success

Learn about how setting realistic goals will set you up for success no matter what.

Posted 10/4/2012 6:00:00 AM By: : 29 comments 53,125 views

Can You Lose Weight on the Jellybean Diet?

Every day I hear about some new diet to help you quickly and easily lose weight so you never have to worry about that number on the scale again. If only it were that simple.

Posted 9/25/2012 6:00:00 AM By: : 113 comments 103,341 views