Weight Loss Diets for Fat People - A Marketing Myth!

By Stephen Bartlay

The idea of a weight loss diet for fat people is one of the biggest hoaxes marketers have ever pulled off. Millions of innocent people and billions of dollars are sucked in every single year.

Shocked and Skeptical?

Surprised? I mean, what would possess someone to say something like this?

Skeptical? For crying out loud-everyone knows weight loss diets make up a billion-dollar-a-year industry.

Well, here's the thing: if someone is overweight, are they a fat person, or a fat people? I'll bet you answered "a fat person." Of course, you were absolutely right to do so. And in so doing, you also just uncovered one of marketing's greatest hoaxes. This hoax is effectively cleaning out wallets and purses all over America and Canada.

You see, here's the thing. "Fat people" is a group. And groups don't go on diets-individual people do!

Is It "What's" Fat or "Who's" Fat?

Commonalities define groups. A secret in creating really large groups is to include as FEW commonalities as possible.

So when a diet is advertised as "The Diet for Overweight People" and the intention is to speak to all the overweight people on the continent-guess what? You've got it! To make a group this big, they must look at a very few things. In fact, they look at only one thing that all these people have in common. They're fat.

So let's say that 5 overweight people buy "The Diet for Overweight People." Clearly these are all "fat people." They all belong to the "fat people group", right? So this diet is perfect for each and every one of them, right?

WRONG!

Here's why

* Hormonal imbalances are at the root of George's overweight condition

* Sheila is overweight because she eats a lot of meat and dairy products from producers that make use of growth hormones to fatten up the livestock. Sheila is unaware that this is also fattening her up!

* Peter has hit the over 40 group. Two years ago, he was promoted to an executive position (sitting at a desk with no exercise) from a very active field position (lots of exercise). The result is that Peter's weight issues are tied to a slowing metabolism.

* Margaret began yoyo dieting after her second pregnancy. Now her body has become very efficient at holding on to all the fat that finds its way into her stomach. Her body has also become quite accomplished at manufacturing and storing fat from the food Margaret eats. To make matters worse, her body has gained a military precision in its ability to move while minimizing the amount of calories it burns. Margaret's body has transformed into a fat production and storage machine.

* Perhaps Barbara's tale is the saddest. Barbara hates the fat woman in the mirror who stares back at her. Barbara has valiantly fought to lose weight for years. The depression and shame she feels is almost unbearable. Barbara's family and friends see the obvious fact about her weight problem. It's a secret to Barbara, but not because of any conspiracy. She just can't see or hear the truth-the truth that she is at least 20 pounds underweight! Dieting isn't working for Barbara because nothing she does to her body changes this image of herself which she holds in her mind.

I Rest My Case:

"Fat people" is a group made up of individual people, each struggling with their personal version of overweight. This is a fact. And in light of this fact, there can be no "perfect diet for fat people."

By being cautious and doing your homework, it is possible however to find the perfect diet for you. - 15343

About the Author:

Stephen Bartlay is a writer and researcher. Plagued by a faulty metabolism from birth, discovering and documenting the mysteries of successful weight control has become Stephen's passion. One of his focuses is the control of binge eating. If binging is stopping you from reaching your diet goals, you owe it to yourself to check out Stephen's eBook, "Binge Busters - Special Report" at http://WhyWeight.info/BingeBusters.

Buy MaxGXL-MaxWLX-MaxNFuse at Max International Wholesale Price

By Sonja Schuyler

Max International is dedicated to improving the physical lives of individuals all over the world. Max believes that their products improve people's quality of life and are very dedicated to bringing products to market that have science-based research, high manufacturing standards, and case studies that confirm that the products work.

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MaxWLX is a weight loss accelerator. Dieting does not work for most people. MaxWLX is an all natural product that works with your body to lower leptin levels. In an 8 week double blind study at the University of Connecticut the MaxWLX group lost 2l.5 pounds. What is most amazing is they had a 90% greater fat loss than the placebo group.

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Panasonic EP 30003 Real Pro Ultra Massage Chair Review

By James Knolan

This is a review of the Panasonic EP 30003 Real Pro Ultra massage chair. Our system of massage chair review is based on 5 categories. We give each category equal weight of up to 20 points. We add them all up to give a possible score of 100 points. This systematic approach helps guide users by giving apples to apples comparisons of different massage chairs and manufacturers. Let us take an in-depth look at the midrange model EP 30003 Real Pro Ultra by Panasonic.

Warranty & Customer Service: After sale support and service is important for your longer term peace of mind. Each manufacturer is different. Panasonic has 3 year parts and 1 year labor. Panasonic has integrated an hour counter mechanism. This hour counter tracks how long the chair is used. Panasonic gives 1,000 hours of warranty coverage with this counter. The warranty coverage ends after 1,000 hours of usage. You may need to consider an extended warranty with this chair to match some of the other chair brands. We rate it a 16 for this category.

Comfort & Ergonomics: Ergonomics is the practical element of design for comfort and fit of the body. The massage chair is built for relaxation, so the design must assist in getting the user comfortable and within reach. Panasonic takes ergonomics serious and does a solid job with the Real Pro Ultra. The back pad is plush, with an adjustable head pillow. The armrests are padded. The remote is fairly simple and intuitive for a massage chair. One area that is lacking is a footrest extension. This chair was not originally designed for the American market, so taller users may not fit as well. We rate this chair as a 17 for ergonomics. The head pillow can be adjusted to fit different heights of users. The arm rests are padded and are fairly wide. The footrest does not extend, so this can be problematic for taller users. Taller users would have to bend their knees to get a foot massage or extend the footrest horizontal to and put their legs through. Our rating in this category is 17.

Ease of Use: As technology advances, it is easy to include everything including the kitchen sink for functions. Although it is nice to have many features, they cannot be a burden on the user to become familiar with them. Panasonic has loads of experience with electronics and this fact is not lost on them or their massage chairs. Just to be sure Panasonic includes a voice guidance system to assist the user. The remote is intuitive and the descriptions are accurate. Even the individual programming is not too hard to learn for the average user. One nice feature is the 5 minute quick refresher function. This gives you the option to just hit one button and get a quick refresher massage. Our rating in this category is 18.

Key Features: 2 of the best features of the Real Pro Ultra is the reflexology foot massage and the Junetsu massage. Most people do not yet understand the importance of the feet in massage therapy. When stress is put on the body, the body activates the hands and feet for action. The major organs then gear up to for support. Reflexology foot massage helps to reverse this process. The Panasonic EP 30003 comes with reflexology foot massage that helps relax the whole body. The other important feature is an ultra fine kneading called Junetsu. Small circles are made with firm pressure. This provides a penetrating and deep tissue relief. We rate this an 18.

Massage Therapy: The lower body air massage has 14 strategically placed air bags. These air bags cover the calves and feet. It also includes the foot reflexology massage. The really fine kneading is a new feature by Panasonic called Junetsu. This massage penetrates deeply providing effective relief. At the top of the control there are 5 automatic programs which include: Refresh, Shiatsu, Deep, Swedish and Stretch. You can also select from 4 manual massage techniques and choose 4 manual massage courses. Manual controls include tapping, kneading, rolling and combination. This midrange model scores a 19 rating.

What is the overall rating for the Panasonic Real Pro Ultra EP30003 TU? Adding up our scores, we rate the Panasonic EP30003 TU as an 88/100. The best feature is the Junetsu ultra fine kneading massage. Panasonic developed this for its higher end chairs and was able to integrate into the EP 30003 at a much lower price point. The remote control also has the voice guidance system which is nice for new users. The warranty for the Real Pro Ultra is about average. You may want to investigate extended warranties for additional protection. Some taller users may find the chair too small, but try it to be sure. The massage chair is solid and reliable with some good technology for the price point. If you are looking at massage chair recliners in this range, you should check this one out. - 15343

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The Best Places to Find Cheap Treadmills Online

By Tom Stern

Cheap treadmills aren't as scarce as you may think. Most people think of highly expensive pieces of technical equipment when they think of treadmills, If you've considered buying one, it's likely you've imagined their price to be in the thousands of dollars. In the past, when treadmills were moving out of the gyms and into private homes for the first time, this may have been true. Now, however, owning a treadmill is a possibility for nearly anyone. You just need to know where to look to get the cheapest prices.

One of the best places to find cheap treadmills is in the local classified ads. You can look either in the newspaper or on your local section of Craigslist for cheap, used treadmills at great prices. These aren't necessarily junk machines, either. Sometimes, people have to get rid of perfectly good treadmills for a variety of reasons, such as moving, emergency cash, and upgrading to new models. This can be good news for you.

Second, go to the local thrift stores. Sometimes, people will donate used treadmills to thrift stores if they don't want to have to bother with selling them. You can get excellent discounts on good machines at these stores, so check around town to see if you can find one you like.

You should also look for cheap treadmill closeouts at local discount department store. Sometimes, a particular model of treadmill is discontinued. The models that are left in stores will be marked down drastically in price. Call around, or go check in person at the discount department stores in your area to see if you can find a good deal.

The brands of treadmill sold at discount online stores and Ebay auctions are of the same quality and manufacturer as those sold retail, except the cost is usually much less. Typically they offer free shipping as an incentive to buy.

One of the best places to find cheap treadmills is in the local classified ads. You can look either in the newspaper or on your local section of Craigslist for cheap, used treadmills at great prices. These aren't necessarily junk machines, either. Sometimes, people have to get rid of perfectly good treadmills for a variety of reasons, such as moving, emergency cash, and upgrading to new models. This can be good news for you.

It doesn't matter what your fitness level is a treadmill can provide you with an excellent workout. Slow, intense, or interval, you will get a good indoor workout on a treamill.

Walking is an excellent form of exercise, with many important health benefits. You can walk in the comfort of your own home with a treadmill, without having to go outside and brave the wild world. Finding cheap treadmills isn't hard, so get out there and start looking. - 15343

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Style Is An Authentic Gucci Handbag

By Sakuragicho

Some of the most popular accessories are genuine Gucci handbags.

They are extremely sought after by women who know the value of owning designer items like sunglasses and purses.

Designer handbags, such as Gucci handbags, represent a status of wealth and style for many women

They represent sophistication, and for women who know their value, they are worthwhile investments.

There isn't any shortage of knock-off designer bags in the market today.

Women are spending hundreds of dollars buying these replica purses since they can't afford real ones that tend to cost thousands of dollars.

To these women, the knock-offs are as close as they can get to the original ones.

Replicas are sometimes so well made, they can be difficult to tell apart from a genuine piece.

However, if you alreqady own a genuine designer handbag, you are easily able to tell the difference between the two.

Knock-offs in general, including imitation brand-name bags, are typically made in an excellent fashion.

The purchasers of these items typically find them to be long-lasting and to look almost exactly like the branded item.

If you put an authentic designer bag alongside a well-made knock-off, the genuine purse will be easy to identify.

Why is an authentic handbag a better item and a better value compared to the replicas?

Genuine designer purses are original creations of the designer.

In terms of being fashion-forward, owning a genuine designer item is key to being recognized as having superior style and sophistication.

In the fashion world, an original design is seen as art.

It comes down to this: would you rather have an original work of art by Van Gogh, or a print?

Real carry bags, because of their very nature, are collector's items that become valuable over time.

There's nothing wrong with choosing a fake; they're wonderful fashion accessories, but if you could afford it, would you spend your money on a replica or an authentic one, even if it's used?

While a knock-off handbag may be built to last, it is still a mere shadow of the branded real version when you consider quality.

Moreover, it can be very uncomfortable to be spotted sporting a fake designer bag, so why even take the chance?

Women on the street will say to the carrier of a replica handbag, "What a pretty purse! But it's a fake, isn't it?"

Carry a real handbag and you'll be amazed at the envious looks you'll earn from the women who can immediately recognize genuine designer goods.

It might just be women's intuition, but a vast number of the female sex instinctively can tell a real from a fake handbag.

If you are attuned to value, you will see the positive aspects of owning a genuine bag, which can hold its resale value over time.

There are stores, both online and offline, that sell nothing but used knockoff Gucci handbags as well as other designer handbags.

These genuine used handbags are cheaper than new ones, but still comparatively more expensive than new non-branded bags.

Many stylish women believe that it is better to own a genuine, if used, handbag as opposed to a knock-off. - 15343

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Curly Weaves

By Marquetta Breslin

If you haven't noticed, more and more women are going natural. For some reason, women with straight hair always want curly hair, and women with curly hair always want straight hair. Even though women with curly hair would rather not have all the curls, a woman with any type of hair can appreciate that natural lift, bounce, and life that can only come from a curly style.

You may be wondering how you can get beautiful, curly locks, without having naturally curly hair. Try a curly weave. Curly weaves can be either bonded or sewn-in. When you're looking for hair for your curly weave, there are two choices: synthetic and human hair. Synthetic hair is great if you're only going to wear the style for a short period of time. If you're looking for something long-term, like 4 to 8 weeks, then you should definitely consider 100% human hair.

Once your curly weave is in place, you must be certain to take proper care of your weave. Not doing so can result in your curly weave losing its beautiful appearance. Here are some tips to keep in mind when caring for your curly weave:

1. Use a silk scarf at night to wrap around your style and tie behind your neck. This scarf will help reduce stray hairs and keep your style intact while you toss and turn at night.

2. Check with your stylist for tips on caring for your hair at home to keep it looking its best in between touch-ups. Depending on the size of the curls, you may want to braid or twist your natural hair that is left out of the curly weave.

3. Keep a light oil sheen spray on hand to combat dryness and fly-aways. If your curls ever fall, this spray will bring them back to life.

Only an experienced salon professional should complete your curly weave, because curly weaves can be damaging to the hair if not completed correctly. Always ask your stylist for their recommendations for your particular type of hairstyle.

If you want to remove your curly weave, you have a few options. It's always best to have your stylist remove the curly weave, because if it's not removed properly, it could cause your hair to get matted and tangled. If you're brave enough to remove it yourself, go very slowly and try not to over-handle your hair. - 15343

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Owner and founder of Braids By Breslin, Marquetta Breslin, has been braiding and weaving hair for over 14 years. For all the details on curly weaves, please visit Marquetta's website, www.braidsbybreslin.com.

Four Ways To Control Your Waistline, Ladies!

By Ned Dagostino

So you want a nice abdominal profile? Don't worry ladies! Here are some simple and effective techniques that'll help you get that great shape you've always wanted!

To get the most benefit from these great exercises you'll have to understand a bit of physiology first! The abdomen gets it shape, that is, taut or flabby, from a triple-layer of muscles: the rectus abdominis (on the surface), the obliques (in the middle), and the transversis abdominis (innermost).

The abdominal muscles act in concert with the muscles of the pelvic floor. Therefore when you exercise one set of muscles, the other set gets exercised too! Having a baby generally weakens the abdominal muscles as well as the muscles of the pelvic floor. This typically leads to post-delivery flab. Kegel exercises are recommended to control the waistline. However a number of people do not do them properly and so they do not get the expected results.

The lesson in physiology being over, let's get started on these real simple, effective and safe set of four exercises.

Abdominal Respiration

The object of this exercise is to work the abdominal muscles by simply breathing! That's right! Take a nice comfortably deep breath! But, use abdominal breathing. Meaning, consciously focus on your diaphragm and force it downwards. Do not move your ribcage outwards, or your shoulders upwards. Hold the breath in your lungs for a long moment, then let it out again, normally. When you feel that all the breath is out of your lungs, bear down on your abdominal muscles to push the diaphragm upwards into the lungs, forcing all the residual air out of your lungs. Remember, neither the ribcage nor the shoulders must move! Do this as part of your routine.

Advanced Breath Exercise

Lie on the floor, flat on your back. Hold the back of your legs, bend your elbows outwards. You can only use the abdominal muscles, the muscles of the pelvic floor and the diaphragm in this exercise. Breathe in as before. When you exhale, try to draw in the abdominal muscles downwards as if attempting to make them touch the spine.

Forward Curls

Lie flat on your back. Use your abdominal muscles to come up into a curved position, curling yourself forward. Take care not to use any other muscle as you do this crunch. Repeat this as many times as you can without discomfort. Stop whenever you feel discomfort. If you think that your muscles can't take the stress, then go back to the breath exercises to build up your muscle tone first.

Side Jacks

Lie on your right side. Keep your body straight and stiff from head to foot. Use your right elbow to push your body up off the floor. Your right forearm should be lying on the floor. Make sure that your body is in a straight line, at an angle to the floor. This is a must! Hold the position for ten to fifteen seconds. Now repeat the exercise, lying on your left side.

These 4 simple exercises are all it takes to get your belly into shape. Beats doing hundreds of sit-ups! Consistency is the secret to success! Now get yourself into that pair of jeans! - 15343

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