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The great mystery that has eluded mankind for so long? It's not where we come from, but rather what's the best diet for losing weight. Think about it. It’s a billion dollar industry fueled by our desire to be thin. Now, Consumer Reports has finally sought to put the debate to rest by rating six popular diets — Atkins , Jenny Craig , Ornish , Slim Fast , Weight Watchers , and the Zone . Which one came out on top? Read Sun Sentinel’s SUP blogger John Tanasychuk’s post to find out. Read Full Story

I enjoy cooking. Most of the time I don’t work from recipes. Instead, I’ll rummage through my kitchen, gather a few ingredients, throw them into a pan and see what happens. The process is usually very successful and my reward is getting to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Plus, I know that I’m getting a healthy meal. But I’ll be the first to admit that after a long day I would rather cut out the labor and get straight to the meal. It’s a wish that I’m sure many busy people trying lose weight... Read Full Story

Most people probably started off the new year with great intentions of finally getting into shape in 2011. Well, now it is the beginning of February and some people may be feeling like they already blew it. Well, Fitness 21 is currently running a promotion called " Resolution Rescue " They're inviting South Florida to print the coupon and come into the gym for free (OK, that's a straight promotion thing...) Here's where it gets better, though: The Fitness 21 experts will be on hand to... Read Full Story

Sun Sentinel assistant sports editor Robyn Sortal shares her reason for joining Weight Watchers in this guest post. I recently rejoined Weight Watchers for its much advertised new program, hoping to shed 25 pounds -- again. That was how much I gained since I became a lifetime Weight Watchers member five years ago. Let’s just say a newly slim and fit Jennifer Hudson inspired me. Well, that and the fact I couldn’t button my favorite black pants. So I plunked down my $125 for 12 weeks (there... Read Full Story

South Florida chef Calvin Harris has teamed up with the Biggest Loser brand to create a new line of refrigerated, precooked meals called Simply Sensible that debut in stores this week. Not only do they meet the standards of the Biggest Loser meal plan , but they are also endorsed by the American Heart Association for being low in saturated fat and cholesterol. All five entrees, which include beef tips and gravy, lasagna, pot roast, zing chicken and Mediterranean style chicken and pasta... Read Full Story

I got back to the gym today after a hard fall off of the workout wagon. The holidays and a job change threw my schedule and my eating habits into disarray last month, but I can't let bad behavior get the better of me forever. The workout was brutal, but the first day back is always the hardest, right? I am really disappointed at how much my strength and endurance dropped off in a month, but my trainer assures me that I can be back to where I was within a couple weeks. I'm also trying to get... Read Full Story

Everyone is beautiful. No matter your size or age, the road to self-confidence and positive self-image begins with caring about yourself. Just as it is important to exercise and eat right, it’s also important to not leave the house looking like you rolled out of bed after a long night of partying. Act like you don’t care how you look, and you’ll make it hard for others to see beyond the mess and appreciate your best character traits. Get started to achieving the best you by keeping... Read Full Story

From celebrating my engagement to office holiday parties, I’ve been indulging in decadent dishes for two weeks and I’m about to declare this month a bust. So instead of participating in another orgy of desserts, I’m hiding within the short walls of my cubicle pondering ways to boost my diet plan in 2011. If you’re like me and need a little new year’s resolution inspiration, you might want to check out the new iPad app from Weight Watchers . Called the Weight Watchers Kitchen Companion... Read Full Story

Another week, another race invitation on Facebook. It seems everyone I know is training for a 5K, 10K, half-marathon or marathon, and while I admire the effort (and the fundraising for charity), I am not inclined to get in on the trend. Long-distance running is fashionable fitness, and, as usual, I am not in style. Running is certainly great exercise, and I regularly run sprints, intervals and stairs. I can run a few miles on the treadmill or around my neighborhood. I even get the much... Read Full Story

While out shopping over the holiday weekend, I passed a child in a store buggy snacking on a bag of M&M;’s. The little candies were strewn all over his lap and his hands were stained with multiple colors. I smiled at the sight of him, figuring his mother had used the sweet treats to appease him as she worked her way through her Christmas list.   A few minutes later, after I had contemplated what I had seen, I turned to my boyfriend and asked him if I was being too judgmental by thinking that... Read Full Story