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Amy Nutt's Articles in Wellness, Fitness and Diet

  • What Weight Loss Surgical Options Are Available?
    Weight loss surgery, or Bariatric Surgery, is a surgical method that is used to aid in weight loss through alteration of the digestive system Only those who are considered morbidly obese can have weight loss surgery and morbidly obese is defined as those who are at least one hundred pounds overweight
  • What Different Types Of Exercises Can You Do With An Exercise Ball?
    As children, there was nothing more fun than playing with that favorite ball Unfortunately, we eventually grow out of it and it finds its place in ball heaven to never be played with again
  • What Conditions May Prevent You From Having Lap Band Surgery
    Lap Band surgery is growing in popularity amongst those who wish to lose weight and lose it fast It is designed for those who have a body mass index of 40 BMI and higher
  • Using Massage Therapy Equipment While Pregnant - Are There Restrictions?
    Pregnancy is both a joyous time and a time of misery There is a lot of back pain and pains that a woman never thought she could ever have
  • Using a TENS Unit For Your Athletic Training Program
    If you are looking for a way to reduce the pain you feel from a sports injury when you are working out, consider investing in a TENS unit These devices can help you control your pain so that you can get the most out of your workout
  • Toning Your Muscles Electrically
    In a world where we know body image is less about other people’s perception and more about your perception, electronic muscle stimulators can have a positive effect to supplement a good diet and regular physical activity Using tiny electric pulses, an electronic muscle stimulator (EMS) tones and firms your muscles giving them that sculpted look you desire
  • There Are No Miracle Pills That Make You Lose Weight Fast
    Advertisements that say that miracle weight loss pills are on the market are not always releasing all of the facts We see these people who are in excellent physical shape going from flabby to cut in just a matter of weeks
  • The Risks Of Liposuction
    Before you get too involved with planning the date of your liposuction, make sure you have done your homework Many people do not realize some of the greater risks of liposuction
  • The History Of Electronic Muscle Stimulators
    The history of Electronic Muscle Stimulators is quite interesting because it goes all the way back to 2500BC
  • The Best Ways To Protect Your Skin From The Sun
    We need the sun It’s a vital part of our planet, our ecosystems, and our bodies
  • The ABC’s of Cleaning Your Contacts
    There are many benefits to wearing contact lenses and over the years since they first came on the market they have become safer and more durable Today users can choose from a variety of different contacts some of which are even able to be worn for extended periods of time
  • The 10 Major Health Risks Associated With Obesity
    Obesity is a condition that afflicts people all over the world Why is it called a condition
  • Specific Weight Restrictions To Qualify For Lap Band Surgery
    Lap Band surgery was once just a theory that was put into action and proved to be an effective method in implementing weight loss The patients who undergo Lap Band surgery usually start losing weight rather quickly, but will certainly lose between 1 and 2 pounds a week, which can result in 50 to 100 pounds lost in the course of the year
  • Signs To Look For When The Lap Band Needs Adjusting
    When a weight loss patient has had Lap Band surgery, the surgery is not the end of it all In fact, there is a certain degree of maintenance that has to be performed until the patient is scot free and ready to run free with their new self
  • Sauna Parties – Do Alcohol And Saunas Mix?
    It is no secret that saunas are fun It is especially great when you have your very own sauna in your home, and you can have your friends and family over for a sauna party
  • Risks Associated With Gastric Bypass Surgery: Are There Other Options?
    There is a lot of controversy surrounding gastric bypass surgery because it involves the stapling of the stomach in order to make it smaller By making it smaller it is able to hold less food
  • Questions To Ask When Buying Contact Lenses
    Buying contact lenses is a big deal because they affect how it is you see the world around you Since eyesight is very important, it is important to make sure that no harm can be done to our vision and that nothing occurs that can negatively compromise our vision
  • Psychological Impact Of Lap Band Surgery
    Obesity is a real medical condition that affects about a third of the population of US
  • Permanent Weight Loss And The Lap Band
    Lap band surgery is a laparoscopic surgery that has taken the medical community by storm The reason is because it is a minimally invasive surgery that is done laparoscopically with no hospital stays
  • Origin Of Contact Lenses
    Buying contact lenses can be a very exciting time for a person because it changes the way they see everything The world can be seen in a way that has little distortion, things are their correct size, and all is seen at the proper distances
  • Liposuction - A Permanent Solution?
    With all the reality shows revolving around plastic surgery, liposuction is becoming quite popular as a method of removing those last few pounds The process actually sucks out fat cells from stubborn areas of the body, like the hips and belly
  • Kids And Physical Therapy
    There are many reasons as to why children may need physical therapy It could be because they have cerebral palsy and they need physical therapy to help them move their bodies easier or perhaps they broke a leg, or they may have weak muscles somewhere in their body
  • Is Liposuction The Answer?
    For some people, liposuction can be the answer to all their prayers, but liposuction is by no means the right answer for everyone Deciding whether liposuction is right for you depends on what your goals are, what other options you have, and what you expect to get out of the procedure
  • Is It Cheaper And Convenient To Buy Contacts Online?
    In a world where we even purchase food online, it is no surprise that we can also buy our contact lenses online Since the introduction of the contact lens, the lenses were only available through our Optometrist, but something needed to be done because there were so many people paying so much for contact lenses and then there were those who wanted to wear them but couldn’t because of the price
  • How To Maintain Your Weight After Lap Band Surgery
    Lap band surgery is an exciting procedure because it puts a person on the road to losing weight For those who are morbidly obese, lap band surgery is a step toward freedom because the weight loss that occurs in the beginning puts a person closer to being able to exercise since morbid obesity keeps them from doing so
  • How To Choose The Right Physical Therapy Table
    The main objectives of physical therapy are to promote body strength, function and mobility and prevent future physical injury This is achieved through the physical therapy itself as well as through teaching patients safe exercising and movement techniques to avoid potential injury and protect joints
  • How Do Massage Chairs Differ From Regular Treatment Tables?
    As a massage therapist, you likely wonder which equipment is the best for your business Perhaps you have seen massage chairs and treatment tables and wondered if there was a benefit of one product over the other
  • Does A Sauna Really Help You Burn Calories Or Is It A Myth?
    There seems to be a lot of controversy going around lately about whether or not a sauna will help you to burn calories and lose weight Some people think that the whole thing is just a myth, and some people swear by it
  • Do You Need To Be A Licensed Masseuse To Work In A Massage Studio?
    If you are considering seeking employment in a massage studio, you have quite a bit to think about There are dozens of types of massage, from Neo-natal to Rolfing to Thai massage
  • Dental Health: Prevention is the Best Medicine
    It probably comes as no surprise to you that the best way to make sure your teeth are in good shape is to keep them that way right from the start Even if you´ve had problems with cavities and such in the past, it´s never too late to start taking proper care of your teeth and you can start your kids early with preventative dental care, too
  • Cosmetic Chin Surgery Can Give You The Look You’ve Been Dreaming About
    The Impact of the Chin on the Overall Look of the Face

    Of all the features of the face, the chin is often one of the most overlooked when considering one’s own face It’s tempting to focus on the eyes, nose, and mouth and forget that protrusion at the bottom of them
  • Contact Lenses Or Eye Glasses?
    And so the debate goes on as to whether contact lenses or eye glasses are the better choice Both have their advantages over the other and both have their disadvantages and it is important to review these advantages and disadvantages because the eyes are very important in this seeing world that requires vision for proper function
  • Contact Lenses - Tips And Tricks For First Time Users
    It's quite common for people to avoid getting contact glasses or lenses because they are unsure of how to put them in
  • Choosing Your Eyeglasses
    A person’s eyeglasses are usually his or her most important article of clothing and usually the one accessory that most people are self conscious of Not only can the appearance of your eyeglasses effect other people’s perception of you, more significantly, they can affect you perception of yourself
  • Celebrities Make Tooth Whitening Famous
    Whitening your teeth is not a new concept and it is something that has been used throughout the ages, particularly by the upper class While original formulas included things like nitric acid, pumice and human urine among other ingredients, teeth whiting products these days are far more benign, yet still effective
  • Can Using EMS Systems Alter Natural Muscle Regeneration?
    Most people who are dedicated exercise enthusiasts have a very well thought-out exercise regimen They know exactly when and how they will work out, what muscle groups they will target, the amount of strain they will place upon themselves, their fitness goals, their diet, and just about anything else pertaining to exercise
  • Can Saunas Improve Your Breathing or Sinus Conditions?
    Saunas can help those with breathing or sinus conditions breathe better This may seem like a contradiction, especially since the steam associated with a traditional sauna can aggravate certain breathing conditions, especially asthma
  • Can People With Glaucoma Wear Contact Lenses?
    Glaucoma is an eye condition in which one's optic nerve is damaged and destroyed over time Most commonly, glaucoma can be attributed to increased eye pressure as a result of drainage blockage
  • Can Lap Band Surgery Enable People To Live A More Active Lifestyle?
    Many people every single day debate whether or not they should have lap band surgery They may be a little overweight or a lot overweight and have found that the things they have tried have not worked for them
  • Can Contacts Get Lost In Your Eye?
    For those who have never had contact lenses before, the thought of putting something in your eye, even to help with vision, can be rather scary Fortunately, wearing contacts is not as bad as you might imagine
  • Basal Metabolic Rate
    A person’s basal metabolic rate refers to the number of calories his or her body burns while at rest The human body needs some calories simply to breathe, pump blood, and maintain body temperature
  • Availability Of Breast Augmentation Financing Is Plentiful
    Breast Augmentation an Uninsured Procedure

    Most women who seek breast augmentation to enlarge their breasts as opposed to reducing them can expect to pay for the procedure out of their pocket This is not considered a necessary medical procedure, but rather one of aesthetics
  • Are There Specific Health Or Endurance Requirements Needed In Order To Be A Contestant On Survivor?
    It actually takes a little bit of work to get on the list of participants for the show Survivor First of all, the show announces that it is accepting applications that can be requested through the website and they usually request a photo and a three minute video be mailed in that introduces you to the producers
  • Are There Medications That Can Make You Gain Weight?
    The last thing that a patient wants to hear is that one of the drugs they have been prescribed will make them gain weight That is a fear that many have to face because when a medication is needed, that particular side effect cannot be removed from the drug
  • Are Overseas Lap Band Procedures A Good Idea?
    Obesity is a rapidly growing problem in this country, with more people being extremely overweight now than ever before in history To combat this issue, a variety of surgical procedures have been developed over the years, including the lap band or gastric band procedure
  • Are Electronic Muscle Stimulators Safe?
    Electronic muscle stimulators are being used on a more consistent basis not only in doctor’s offices and clinics, but also in most physiotherapy rooms and clinics The ability of these machines to provide relief for – and in some cases even remedy – back and muscle pain, means that these machines will be in use for many years to come
  • Are Electronic Muscle Stimulation (EMS) Devices Safe For All Ages To Use?
    Electronic Muscle Stimulation Devices, or EMS devices, create electrical signals that stimulate the nerves The devices are usually connected to the individual through electrode pads that are adhesive and they are very lightweight and battery-operated, which makes them so portable that they can be used just about anywhere
  • Are All Exercise Balls The Same?
    We see all of the infomercials on TV talking about the different types of exercise equipment and how each one is so much better than the rest It then provides you with a 1-800 number throughout the infomercial wanting you to buy the product and may even offer you a special deal for ordering during the broadcast
  • Are All Electronic Muscle Stimulator Devices The Same?
    Many wonder what the difference is between the different types of electronic Muscle Stimulators It is easy to say that there is a difference between the different devices because of their different names, but exactly what the differences are need to be defined
  • A Variety of Massages
    Like many of the other things that you can get in the United States, there are several different kinds of massages that are available that serve several purposes Getting the right information on each means that you’ll be able to select the ones that’s right for you, and to make the appropriate decision, you’ll need to have a good overview of them all

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