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(Reuters Health) - Among young women diagnosed with breast cancer, black and Hispanic patients were more likely to wait weeks for treatment, in a new study from California. http://www.reuters.com/a

Why is it acceptable to call someone skinny, but not okay to call someone fat? In a recent reflective blog I explain how I really feel about being called skinny. If you've ever experienced a drama

To obtain adequate amounts of essential vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting antioxidants you should be consuming five or more servings of a variety of vegetables every day. Here are 5 specifi

Healthy fats like monounsaturated and polyunsaturated (omega-3) fatty acids are contained in a multitude of foods. Regularly consuming food sources of healthy fats can reduce your risk of many chronic

Not all processed foods are bad for your health. While some are highly processed containing large amounts of calories, unhealthy fats, sugar, and sodium, there are a multitude of minimally processed foods that are lower in calories and rich in essential vitamins and minerals. The following processed

Inflammation drives the progression of a number of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, and obesity. Many food sources contain essential vitamins, minerals,

Protein is an essential macronutrient and a key component of a healthy balanced diet, especially for those who exercise regularly. It is primarily responsible for building, repairing, and maintaining

Inflammation drives the progression of a number of chronic diseases including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, and obesity. Many food sources contain essential vitamins, minerals, and other

Are you one of many women who are skeptical about weight loss for a fear that losing too much weight will reduce the size of your butt? You may even be one of the “lucky” ones who are naturally thin y

A student recently contacted me for facts on why people should not eat pork as she was writing a paper on the topic. I found it quite ironic that she was telling other people not to eat pork without u

A growing body of research suggests that healthy fats should be incorporated into the diet in order to improve cholesterol. Check out my latest blog and learn 5 delicious ways to add healthy fats to y

If you are one of the many individuals out there struggling with an unsightly appearance of fat just above the waistline ("muffin top") then these 5 fitness tips may be of some value to you. http:

Overindulging in food and alcohol over the weekend can be a major hinderance to successful weight management. Don't let your hard work go in vain for two days of pleasure. Here are three tips to keep

(American Cancer Society) The cancer death rate for men declined faster among African Americans than among whites in the latest time period, narrowing the racial disparity in overall cancer death rate

If you're not happy with your abs due to the presence of a 'paunch', 'gut' or 'flab' here is something you should know: Your abdominal muscles are NOT the issue. There are 2 types of fat tissue: vi

Book trailer for Dr. Nina Cherie Franklin's new book entitled 'Leaving Your Fat Behind' Visit http://leavingyourfatbehind.com today!

Book trailer for Dr. Nina Cherie Franklin's new book entitled 'Leaving Your Fat Behind' Visit http://leavingyourfatbehind.com today!

For many people, January is the most important month of each year. It is the month when most of us feel renewed, refreshed and full of hope and promise. It is also the month during which people start

Cutting back on foods that are high in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol will greatly reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke. These fats can be found in meats, dairy foods, and products

Parsley is more than just a garnish. It is one of the most delicious, resourceful and versatile vegetables around. Besides being extremely low in calories (~10 calories in ½ cup) and very high in diet

QUICK WEIGHT LOSS TIP - Identify routine opportunities to be more physically active throughout the day. You can start today by: -Taking a brisk 5-minute walk around the office building or climbi

Resolving to lose weight in the new year should be a one-off activity. With realistic assumptions and proper planning, 2013 should be the last year you find yourself resolving to lose weight. Check ou

Resistance training with low weights and a high number of repetitions is a great way to build muscle definition while improving your overall muscular endurance. Training this way is also great for boo

The leg press machine is a very diverse piece of equipment that allows you to perform a variety of exercises for your legs. When discussing leg exercises, I’m really referring to the lower body as a w

The Blood Orange is one of the most deliciously sweet fruits and it is extremely nutrient dense. Besides being a good source of potassium, folic acid and dietary fiber, this fruit is an excellent sour