That's Fit http://www.thatsfit.com That's Fit http://www.thatsfit.com/media/feedlogo.gif That's Fit http://www.thatsfit.com en-us Copyright 2009 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/Weight Woes: Be Honest About Yourshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/20/weight-woes-be-honest-about-yours/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/20/weight-woes-be-honest-about-yours/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/20/weight-woes-be-honest-about-yours/#commentsFiled under:

Don't be afraid of the number on the scale -- In fact, consider sharing it.

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]]>daily-fit-tipscaleweightMartha EdwardsFri, 20 Nov 2009 09:00:00 ESTNicole Kidman's Curves, Thanksgiving Calories and Morehttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/19/nicole-kidmans-curves-thanksgiving-calories-and-more/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/19/nicole-kidmans-curves-thanksgiving-calories-and-more/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/19/nicole-kidmans-curves-thanksgiving-calories-and-more/#commentsAs fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.
Self
Trying to get fit? Here's some advice from exercise guru Jillian Michaels: Do what you hate.
Health.com
Need an energy boost? Here are nine secret fatigue busters.
FitCeleb
Nicole Kidman recently admitted that she loves her motherly curves. I'm not sure she's what I would call curvy, but kudos to her for embracing her new shape.
FatFighterTV
Don't let Thanksgiving ruin your diet -- be aware of what you're eating with this Thanksgiving calorie quiz.
ThatsFit.ca
When exercising, don't forget to give the much-neglected muscles of your face a workout too!
Read any good Tweets? Give us a shout on Twitter and let us know all about it!

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]]>fit-linksMartha EdwardsThu, 19 Nov 2009 10:00:00 ESTGetting Fit: 15 Minutes Is All It Takeshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/19/short-workout/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/19/short-workout/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/19/short-workout/#commentsFiled under:

Good news, busy people: 15 minutes is enough time for an effective workout.

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]]>15 minute workout15MinuteWorkoutdaily-fit-tipworkoutMartha EdwardsThu, 19 Nov 2009 09:00:00 ESTInvest in Fitnesshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/fitness-spending/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/fitness-spending/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/fitness-spending/#commentsFiled under:

Even though it's a recession, people are still investing in fitness -- and you should too!

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]]>daily-fit-tipMartha EdwardsWed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 ESTThe Perfect Pushuphttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/perfect-pushup/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/perfect-pushup/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/perfect-pushup/#commentsFiled under: ,

The Perfect Pushup is a fitness product sold in several countries that is designed to make traditional push-up exercises simpler and more effective. It consists of two padded handles that swivel on the floor. The Perfect Pushup has three primary aims.

First, it eases tension on the wrist. Next, claims it will improve the exerciser's form. Finally, it promises to increase the range of motion of the arms, and therefore work muscles that traditional push-ups may not. Push-ups done using the Perfect Pushup use the pectoral (chest), tricep, bicep, abdominal and shoulder muscles.

To use the Perfect Pushup, form a traditional push-up position with your hands, holding the handles with your palms facing towards your feet, your back straight and your arms extended over your shoulders but slightly bent. Lower your body to the ground while rotating the Perfect Pushup handles. As your elbows reach a 90-degree angle, the handles should move to a 90- degree angle where they will become parallel with your body. To complete the push-up, exhale and raise your body while rotating the handles back to their original position.

Once you've mastered the Perfect Pushup, try hitting a treadmill for a great cardio workout.

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]]>absbicepschest musclesChestMusclesfitness gearFitnessGearmusclespectoralsperfect push-upsperfect pushupPerfectPush-upsPerfectPushuppush-upspushuppushup handlesPushupHandlesshoulderthe perfect push-upthe perfect pushupThePerfectPush-upThePerfectPushuptricepswristsMartha EdwardsTue, 17 Nov 2009 17:15:00 ESTDiet Patches - Do They Work?http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/diet-patches-do-they-work/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/diet-patches-do-they-work/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/diet-patches-do-they-work/#commentsFiled under:

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Patches can help you quit smoking, but can they work on another unhealthy habit -- your addiction to junk food? Makers of diet patch products want you to think so -- they'll promise that you can lose your appetite, your cravings, and most importantly, those extra pounds and inches if you just wear their all-natural patch on a daily basis (preferably where someone can see it so that they can score some free advertising.) It all seems so simple -- but does it work?

Not surprisingly, most people are skeptical. According to the LA Times, the FTC has warned people not to trust any sort of weight loss product that can be applied to the skin. And Dr. Martin Binks of the Duke Diet and Fitness Center advises that while these patches are often developed with natural ingredients linked to weight-loss -- such as green tea -- there's virtually no evidence that would suggest that diet patches work.

Need more evidence that these don't work? It seems even the people behind the patches don't believe they alone can change your waistline. "Many companies make claims that they can't support. You have to change your eating habits to really lose weight." Nick Jerch, the owner of Bell Lifestyle Products that makes Ezee Slimming Diet Patches, told the LA Times. And at around $30 for a 30-day supply of patches, it seems that money could be better spent on a gym membership.

What does work quickly when it comes to slimming down? Fasting might work.

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]]>diet patchdiet patchesDietPatchDietPatchesdo diet patches workDoDietPatchesWorkezee slimming diet patchesEzeeSlimmingDietPatchesthe pink patchThePinkPatchMartha EdwardsTue, 17 Nov 2009 11:00:00 ESTDieting During Party Season, Lose the Love Handles and Morehttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/diet-during-party-season-lose-the-love-handles-and-more/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/diet-during-party-season-lose-the-love-handles-and-more/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/diet-during-party-season-lose-the-love-handles-and-more/#commentsAs fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.
Shape
Now that the holidays are coming up, make sure you party-proof your diet.
DailySpark
Headed on the road this Thanksgiving? Here are 12 fast food sandwiches that you better avoid.
Getty
Crank the thermostat -- apparently, exercising in heat makes you eat less.
Thatsfit.ca
Are your love handles caused by your hormones? Here's the answer -- plus six ways to shrink them, pronto.
Health.com
Anxious to finally squeeze into those skinny jeans? Health.com has some tips.
Read any good Tweets? Give us a shout on Twitter and let us know all about it!

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]]>fit-linksMartha EdwardsTue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:00 ESTRelax to Lose Weighthttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/relax-to-lose-weight/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/relax-to-lose-weight/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/relax-to-lose-weight/#commentsFiled under:

Want to slim down? It's important to address your stress.

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]]>daily-fit-tipstressyogaMartha EdwardsTue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:00 ESTFasting Every Other Day: A Quick Way To Slim Down?http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/fasting-for-weight-loss/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/fasting-for-weight-loss/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/fasting-for-weight-loss/#commentsFiled under:

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Interested in a diet that allows you to eat whatever you want, but still helps you lose around 6 pounds a month? It is possible, according to one small study. The catch? You'll have to fast every other day. Dr. Krista A. Varady of the University of Illinois at Chicago and her colleagues had 16 obese adults alternate days of eating normally with with days of eating only 25 percent of the calories required to maintain their weight for eight weeks, and the results were pretty impressive. Not only did the dieters lose an average of 12 pounds over the eight-week period, they also reduced their overall cholesterol by 21 percent.

Varady attributes the positive results to an overall change in eating habits; "I think it's probably because their stomachs kind of shrunk," she told Reuters. Still, don't give up on food just yet -- further research is needed as the study was relatively small. What's more, it's not clear whether this is a weight-loss approach that can be maintained in the long run.

But even if fasting does work, is it healthy? It can be and many leading researchers believe it's actually good for you. If you can handle it, that is -- dealing with a grumbling tummy all day and going to bed hungry aren't all that much fun. Nonetheless, if you're interested in fasting, make sure you speak to your doctor first.

Can't handle fasting? Take some dieting tips from Liz Hurley.

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]]>dr krista varadyDrKristaVaradyfastfastingfasting every other dayFastingEveryOtherDayintermittent fastingIntermittentFastingweight lossWeightLossMartha EdwardsMon, 16 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESTPower Up With Proteinhttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/power-up-with-protein/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/power-up-with-protein/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/power-up-with-protein/#commentsFiled under:

Need energy? Reach for a snack that's packed with protein to keep you going for hours.

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]]>daily-fit-tipproteinsnacksMartha EdwardsMon, 16 Nov 2009 09:00:00 ESTElizabeth Hurley Trades Wine For Vodka and Beef Jerkyhttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/elizabeth-hurley-trades-wine-for-vodka-beef-jerky/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/elizabeth-hurley-trades-wine-for-vodka-beef-jerky/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/elizabeth-hurley-trades-wine-for-vodka-beef-jerky/#commentsFiled under:

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At 44 years old and with a body that most 20-somethings would give their right arm for, mother-of-one Liz Hurley has got to be doing a few things exceptionally well to look as fantastic as she does. So it's not surprising that this British stunner has a few diet tricks up her sleeves. As the UK's Daily Mail recently reported, Liz has given up her favorite drink - a glass of wine - for a lower-calorie cocktail: vodka mixed with lots of sparkling water and a bit of lime. "I don't really like vodka that much," she told the Daily Mail. "Initially it's like medicine but I've got used to it now."

That's not the only thing she like that she's given up in the interest of looking her best - she also admitted that she's given up coffee because she heard it causes bloating, and she only eats one meal a day, often going to bed hungry. Does that sound like fun or what?(Editor's Note: Studies show coffee in moderation has many benefits and That's Fit does not suggest eating only one meal a day.) But don't feel too sorry for her - she's filling the void that wine, coffee and regular meals have left in her life by filling up on beef jerky. In fact, she loves the stuff so much that she even has her own brand of it. No, seriously.

What do you think of her approach? Is looking good worth giving up the food and drinks you love? Or is it unrealistic to ditch your favorite indulgences in moderation to save a few calories?

Living on beef jerky might sound crazy, but it's nothing compared to the tapeworm diet.


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]]>beef jerkyBeefJerkyelizabeth hurleyElizabethHurleyliz hurleyliz hurley baby weightliz hurley beef jerkyliz hurley dietliz hurley dieyLizHurleyLizHurleyBeefJerkyvodkawineMartha EdwardsFri, 13 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESTExercising At Night: Just As Effective?http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/exercising-at-night-just-as-good/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/exercising-at-night-just-as-good/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/exercising-at-night-just-as-good/#commentsFiled under:

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Most people tend to assume that the best time to work out is early in the morning. But as any busy person will know, exercising in the early hours isn't always possible. Over at CafeMom, they're talking about exercising in the evening -- because a workout in the evening is still a workout, and it's better than no workout at all. Plus, a gentle workout like Pilates can help you unwind before bed.

And, as it happens, the evening is actually a great time to exercise. So tell us, when do you work out? Are you an AM exerciser or do you wait until the evening to get your fitness routine in?

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]]>CafeMomcafemom-mini-postevening exerciseEveningExerciseexercising at nightExercisingAtNightfitnessmim-postpilateworkoutMartha EdwardsFri, 13 Nov 2009 10:30:00 ESTPerfect Your Posture with a Ball Chairhttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/perfect-your-posture-with-a-ball-chair/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/perfect-your-posture-with-a-ball-chair/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/perfect-your-posture-with-a-ball-chair/#commentsFiled under:

How can you instantly focus more at work? Invest in a ball chair.

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]]>ball chairBallChairdaily-fit-tipstability ballStabilityBallMartha EdwardsFri, 13 Nov 2009 09:00:00 ESTTwitter Scale - Tweet Your Weight, Shed Pounds?http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/twitter-scale-tweet-your-weight-lose-pounds/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/twitter-scale-tweet-your-weight-lose-pounds/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/twitter-scale-tweet-your-weight-lose-pounds/#commentsFiled under:

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First there was a scale that uploads you current weight to your computer. Then there was the phenomenon of tweeting what you eat. Now technologically-savvy slimmers can take it a step further by tweeting their weight with this high-tech WiFi scale -- it automatically updates your latest weigh-in on twitter for all your followers to see. But it does more than that -- it also calculates your BMI and body fat, all for the price of $159.

I know what you're thinking: Why on earth would anyone want to post their weight on twitter? Withings, the French company behind this product, thinks that tweeting your weight will provide a you with a much-needed kick in the butt, "further motivating them by sharing their progress with followers," reported the LA Times. In other words, they want to shame you into sticking to your diet. It's a good concept in theory, but I have my doubts that this kind of 'shame' diet actually works.

What's your take? Would having your weight published on twitter motivate you or embarrass you horribly?

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]]>dietfollowerslosing weightLosingWeightscaleshame dietShameDietslimmingtweet what you eattweet your weightTweetWhatYouEatTweetYourWeighttwittertwitter scaleTwitterScaleuploadMartha EdwardsThu, 12 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESTSouth Beach Diet Recipes, Winter Workouts and Morehttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/south-beach-diet-recipes-winter-workouts-and-more/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/south-beach-diet-recipes-winter-workouts-and-more/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/south-beach-diet-recipes-winter-workouts-and-more/#comments As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.
Prevention
Thinking of giving the low-carb approach a try? Prevention has some great South Beach Diet recipes to sample.
Fat Fighter TV
Glued to the computer? Don't worry - you can still get fit while sitting in front of your monitor.
Health.com
Not sure how you're going to stay active this winter once it's too cold to run? Here are four winter workouts to get excited about.
ThatsFit.ca
Sure, you may spend hours at the gym but how much of that is spent actually working out? ThatsFit.ca looks into all the ways you might be wasting time at the gym.
Fitsugar
Over at Fitsugar, they're revealing some truths about yoga to help you make the most of your practice.
Read any good Tweets? Give us a shout on Twitter and let us know all about it!

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]]>fit-linksMartha EdwardsThu, 12 Nov 2009 10:00:00 ESTExercise Addiction - Know The Signshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/exercise-addiction-know-the-warning-signs/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/exercise-addiction-know-the-warning-signs/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/exercise-addiction-know-the-warning-signs/#commentsFiled under:

Think you might be an exercise addict? Give yourself a break.

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]]>daily-fit-tipMartha EdwardsThu, 12 Nov 2009 09:00:00 ESTHot Yogahttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/hot-yoga/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/hot-yoga/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/hot-yoga/#commentsFiled under:

Hot yoga is a style of yoga that is practiced in a heated environment. Some often hear "hot yoga" and immediately think of Bikram yoga, but that's not the only type of hot yoga that exists. Bikram yoga was developed by yoga master Bikram Choudhury, founder of the Yoga College of India in Beverly Hills. However, only classes endorsed by Choudhury are able to use the name Bikram Yoga.

Traditionally, hot yoga is practiced in a heated room. Ideally, the room will be heated to between 95 and 105 degrees Fahrenheit (35 and 40.5 degrees Celsius) with 40 percent humidity. Classes last approximately 90 minutes and consist of a series of 26 postures and two breathing exercises.

The reasons behind the intense heat in a hot yoga session are twofold. First, excessive sweating is believed to be a method of cleansing the body of toxins. Second, the increased heat in the muscles is thought to improve flexibility.

Hot yoga is fairly widespread and popular, but it's also controversial. Practitioners could suffer from dizziness, dehydration or heat stroke during a hot yoga class. Some experts feel that regular participants are risking injury if they push themselves too hard.

Those interested in trying hot yoga should remember to bring their own yoga mat because of the excessive sweating that the practice involves. Second, it's necessary to drink plenty of water before a hot yoga session because of the risk of dehydration.

More Yoga Terms Defined from That's Fit:
Ashtanga Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Kundalini Yoga
Power Yoga
Prenatal Yoga
Strengthen With Yoga
 Vinyasa Yoga
Yoga Benefits
Yoga Journal
Yoga for Weight Loss
Flow Yoga


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]]>bikramBikram Choudhurybikram yogaBikramChoudhuryBikrams yogaBikramsYogaBikramYogaflexibilityflexiblehot yogaHotYogasweatsweatingwateryogayoga matYogaMatMartha EdwardsWed, 11 Nov 2009 17:15:00 ESTTeenage Obesity: The TV Isn't To Blamehttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/teen-obesity-comes-from-overeating/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/teen-obesity-comes-from-overeating/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/teen-obesity-comes-from-overeating/#commentsFiled under:

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Thanks to the popularity of things like Facebook, Playstation and TiVo, it's pretty obvious that teenagers today are getting less physical activity than they were a few decades ago. Or is it? Recent findings from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have found that teenagers today are definitely heavier than they were 20 years ago, but they're still getting about the same amount of physical activity. Which means, then, that a lack of exercise isn't to blame for the staggering levels of obesity in young adults today.

Of course, if obesity isn't caused by a reduction of calories being burned off, the only other logical explanation is that it's caused by an increase in the calories being consumed -- we're getting just as much activity as we did before, but it's simply not enough to make up for all the extra food we're consuming. In fact, other experts argue that the surge in obesity levels in youngsters is caused by food alone -- exercise habits don't even factor into the equation.

Hey, nobody's saying that exercise isn't important -- it's definitely an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. But when it comes to obesity levels in teenagers, it seems the problem starts at the dinner table, not the couch.

Many people are also pointing fingers at school lunches -- students in Chicago can fill up on nachos five days a week.

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]]>activitychildhood obesityexerciseexpire-images:2009-12-11fast foodFastFoodfatfoodnutritionobesityschool lunchesSchoolLunchesteenage obesityTeenageObesityteenagersteensweightMartha EdwardsWed, 11 Nov 2009 11:00:00 ESTRow For Fitnesshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/row-for-fitness/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/row-for-fitness/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/row-for-fitness/#commentsFiled under:

Looking for a new challenge at the gym? Give the rowing machine a try.

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]]>daily-fit-tiprowingrowing cardio workoutrowing-machineRowingCardioWorkoutRowingMachinesMartha EdwardsWed, 11 Nov 2009 09:00:00 ESTHoliday Diets - Starting The Early Weight Losshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/10/holiday-diets-starting-the-early-weight-loss/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/10/holiday-diets-starting-the-early-weight-loss/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/10/holiday-diets-starting-the-early-weight-loss/#commentsFiled under:

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Now that Thanksgiving is only weeks away, and decorations are already firmly in place in department stores, it's impossible to ignore that the holidays are coming -- and the few extra pounds that always seem to accompany the holiday season whether you like it or not. Which is why, then, that this week has been declared the official start to to the pre-holiday diet -- you know, that mad rush to lose a a little extra weight before party dresses and egg nog start making a regular appearance in our life.

It's not just you and I, either. Studies show that 58 percent of women will make an attempt to slim down before the holiday season -- mostly because they want to look their best for the their office party but also, I suspect, because they don't want to feel quite so guilty when they polish off another rum ball at the neighbor's open house.


And how do we intend to do this? The majority of women -- 71 percent, in fact -- take the sensible approach to dieting by eating three healthy meals a day. But there's still a worrying 10 percent who will skip meals to lose weight. But they needn't bother -- apparently 17 percent of holiday slimmers will gain it all back by New Year's Eve, just in time for another round of dieting called the January Detox.

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]]>christmaschristmas dietchristmas partieschristmas party dresschristmas weight lossChristmasDietChristmasPartiesChristmasPartyDressChristmasWeightLossegg nogEggNogholidayholiday dietholiday dietsHolidayDietHolidayDietsholidayslosing weight before christmasLosingWeightBeforeChristmasweight lossWeightLossMartha EdwardsTue, 10 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST