Here’s a diet that you haven’t tried. It’s a weight loss plan with the catchy slogan, “When it’s in you get thin.” (1:42)

How to Effectively Reduce Belly Fat

By: RA Welch

Jelly Belly. Love Handles. Dunlap Disease. Whatever you want to call it, the excess fat around your midsection that wiggles and jiggles in all the wrong places just isn’t pretty. Not only is belly fat unattractive, it can be downright dangerous to your health.

Extra fat carried around your abdomen can increase your risk of heart disease. With so many pills, potions and programs flooding the weight loss industry today, many people are left feeling just plain confused about how to effectively reduce belly fat.

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How to Look Thinner Without Losing Weight

by Lisa West

It’s a general accepted idea that through exercise and proper diet we can lose weight, improve our shape and get healthier. There is nothing wrong with that, but there are also other ways which makes us look thinner. And one is - use proper clothing!

But how do I dress myself to look thinner?

1. Use monochrome clothing

Monochrome clothing means using only one color for your whole outfit. This is a great trick of most of the fashion editors and stylists. For example, two colors break the body in half, though looking like the a lighter color for your bottom makes you look heavy. One, for example black or darker color, creates a longer, leaner look. And if you must wear two colors, use the darker color for your bottom and the lighter, for your upper body.

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10 of the Best Weight Loss Secrets

by Joe Rogers, Jr.

1. Thinking: If you are going to have any kind of success with losing weight, it is important keep a good attitude.

Don’t think about it as “diet”. Think of it in terms of a lifestyle change. Everytime I go on a diet, I keep thinking, “Well when I’m done, then I’ll be able to have a few donuts!”. What needs to change is your thinking. You need to change your action. You won’t have to start running marathons or swear off chocolate. Be kind to yourself. This way, when, not if, you cheat a little, you can get right back at it the next day.

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Demystifying Diet Myths

By: Lee Dobbins

In today’s modern culture wherein Paris Hilton is the goddess and the abs of Usher are every man’s goal, more and more people are into dieting. Unfortunately, a lot still fall into the diet myth trap out of their desire and eagerness to fit into a size 2.

The worse thing though is not only the fact that these myths are widespread, but that these diet myths, when practiced, have adverse effects on the body.

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10 Weight Loss Busters You Shouldn’t Eat

By: Eva Moffat

1. Fried Foods That Are Frightening

2. Steakhouse Stories That Scare

3 Manufacturers Mislead Many

4. Burgers That Are Bigger and Biggest

5. Awful Appetisers

6. Cakes and Cookies That Are Calorie Clogged

7. Diet Drinks That Deceive

8. High Calorie Horrors

9. Diet Disasters When Dining Out

10. Super Sized Servings That Sabotage Your Diet

1. Fried Foods That Are Frightening

Deep fried foods are nutritionally bad for you. If you enjoy going to fairs and carnivals, you may well be tempted to eat the strangest of concoctions. It’s amazing just what has been thrown into the deep fryer in the name of creativity.

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Getting Through The Festive Season Without Increasing Your Size

By: Leanne Hamilton & Maree Farnsworth

It is the festive time of year again and that means parties, fun, family, friends and food, yes glorious food! At this time of year those who have chosen to go on a diet (it’s such a horrible word) usually throw all their hard work out the window and say to themselves “I’ve been good all year I’m going to eat what I like!”

It doesn’t take an intelligent person long to work out what happens next…that’s right all those dress/pant sizes that came off with the dieting go straight back on PLUS MORE.

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Ten Commandments of Weight Loss

By: Bill Schuchman

It seems like everyone is looking for the Holy Grail of Weight Loss. Some diet, pill, or exercises that will magically help you lose weight. If you’re up late at night you may have even seen some of these products being sold on an infomercial.

We here at QA Weight Loss aren’t believers, we know better. If you want to believe in something when it comes to weight loss, believe in this, The Ten Commandments of Weight Loss:

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Party Without the Pounds

By: Beverly Johnson

Parties can be lots of fun–a wonderful chance to kick back and forget about the stresses of life. But, for dieters they can turn into a nightmare.

Just one look at all those mountains of mashed potatos and fried chicken, chips and dips, and loads of gooey chocolate deserts is enough to send will power out the window!

Who wouldn’t want to indulge?

If you’re currently dieting, you know how frustrating it can be.

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10 Easy Weight Loss Tips

By: Chris Chenoweth

What is the secret to losing weight? Carefully monitor what you eat and expend more energy than you consume.

Sounds simple, doesn’t it? However, if losing weight is really that simple, there would not be so many overweight people.

Obesity is quickly becoming an epidemic in this country. Why has it become such a problem? Too much stress, too little exercise, poor eating habits and a rushed way of life are all contributing factors. Losing weight is NOT simple.

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