Articles written by Lavinia Rodriguez

Contrary to popular belief, metabolism doesn't naturally decrease greatly with age. Instead, metabolism decreases mainly due to a loss of muscle mass from inactivity.

Dec 8, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Holiday weight gain does not have to be a given. Starting on the right foot before the holidays can result in enjoyment as well as prevention of holiday weight gain.

Nov 11, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Exercise is the most effective way to lose fat but many people cringe at the thought of it. However, getting over the resistance to exercise is not as hard as it seems.

Nov 8, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Trying to lose weight while battling depression can be a difficult task but some logical advice can make the process easier.

Sep 21, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

In August of 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it was reviewing reports of liver injury in patients taking the weight loss drug Orlistat.

Sep 13, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

The mind is an important part of behavior change especially when it comes to the complicated task of losing weight.

Aug 22, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

There are common emotional stages after being diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Learning about them can help a person get through them more quickly and with less pain.

Aug 6, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Exercise is the most fat burning behavior you can engage in, yet many people cringe when thinking about the prospect.

Aug 3, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

How a person uses her brain can be the difference between success or failure with any challenge, but especially with weight loss.

Jul 28, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Living with fibromyalgia is not a death sentence. It's possible to live well doing enjoyable activities without feeling debilitated by the chronic pain of fibromyalgia.

Jul 24, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Most people wouldn't think so but good self-esteem leads to more success with weight loss.

Jul 23, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

An affair can be tempting but it's guaranteed to complicate one's life.

Jul 8, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Diets that involve rigid measuring, weighing or counting never last. But there are simple and fun ways of improving nutrition without becoming a scholar on the subject.

Jul 5, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

There are people who insist that they are overweight when others continually tell them that they're not. They see fat where others don't. Who's right?

Jun 19, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Many people want to get more fit during the summer but find it hard to keep up with regular exercise in the heat. How can we stay cool and yet keep up the pace?

Jun 3, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Many women feel the blues as summer approaches because they feel their body is again not where they want it to be.

May 30, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

It's a common concern of many women as summer approaches. They want to feel comfortable in a bathing suit, have fun, and are also anxious about the whole prospect.

May 20, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

People usually think it's their fault they haven't been able to stick to a diet. However, it's not a lack of willpower. It has more to do with the brain.

May 12, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez