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What is fat?

November 30th, 2006 | Category: Information

The current definitions commonly in use establish the following values,

  • A BMI less than 18.5 is underweight
  • A BMI of 18.5 – 24.9 is normal weight
  • A BMI of 25.0 – 29.9 is overweight
  • A BMI of 30.0 – 39.9 is obese
  • A BMI of 40.0 or higher is severely (or morbidly) obese
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DISCLAIMER

November 18th, 2006 | Category: Information, The Rest of Us

This is a blog written by an average person with no medical training. I AM NOT A DOCTOR! I write only things that appeal to me and are useful in my life. YOU should discuss any and all health related questions or issue or these tips with YOUR doctor before trying them in YOUR life. This is a personal blog for public viewing not in any way shape or form and advice column or health directive for your life. USE common sense.
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Good For You Foods – An Installment Series

November 13th, 2006 | Category: Nutrition

Lean Protein Options:

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  • Chicken breast (skin removed)
  • Turkey breast (skin removed)
  • Egg Whites
  • Fish Fillet (flounder, sole, scrod, cod, etc.)
  • Shellfish (clams, lobster, scallop, shrimp)
  • Lean Beef (top round)
  • Tuna (canned in water)
  • Non-fat cottage cheese
  • Beans (black beans, kidney, chick peas or lentils)

The food pyramid suggest that we should consume 4-6 oz of protein each day. This is a super easy goal to attain and there are a lot of great options beyond this short list to consider. Some are not as lean and the calorie content will be higher to adjust accordingly.

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