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Delicious Treats For a Low-Fat Barbecue

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Delicious Treats For a Low-Fat BarbecueBy Lauren S Johnson

Summer time is usually a time for barbecues and picnics. Along with barbeques and picnics come potato chips, fatty meats, sodas, alcoholic beverages, rich desserts, and a plethora of other calorie laden foods. While this may not present an issue to the kids, many adults, especially those trying to keep a slim waist often fall behind with their weight goals during these three hot months. So what are some of the food options for weight concerned adults who don't want to miss that family barbecue?

The greatest barbecue starter for people any size and age is watermelon. Chilled watermelon wedges are great for satisfying thirst on a hot summer day. Furthermore, this particular fruit is very filling and it provides the children with a sweet treat. During meal time, when most people consume calorie laden meats, a great food alternative for those who watch their weight are grilled veggies. Some favorites include: onions, bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and eggplant. All you have to do is cut up the vegetables and add your favorite seasoning to it. And if you really want to get creative, after the vegetables have been grilled you can make your own grilled veggie pita. Simply add your favorite low fat or adipose tissue dressing and spices.

As for dessert and delicious drinks, there are many low calorie alternatives available. During the summer weoften indulge in sugar loaded smoothies (which can have up to 700 calories), sweet coffee drinks, sodas, and alcoholic drinks. All of these beverages add a surprising amount of calories into our daily diet. So why not in place of a smoothie, create your own root beer float. Simply place half a cup of frozen vanilla yogurt in 12 ounces of diet root beer, creating a 100 calorie treat. Instead of a sweet alcoholic beverage try making your own white wine spritzer. Simply mix 5 ounces of white wine with 3 ounces of lemon/lime seltzer water, creating a 120 calorie drink. And if you simply can't live without your local coffee shop refreshments, try opting for fat or adipose tissue free or skim version of your favorite drink. These are just a few tips for maintaining your summer diet.

Lauren S. Johnson writes health articles about fitness and nutrition. Some of her favorite passions include studying the medicinal benefits of herbal remedies, diet pills, and hoodia gordonii.

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Simple Tips to Flatter Abs

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Simple Tips to Flatter AbsBy Lauren S Johnson

Many people out there want flatter abs. Some people even dream of six pack abs. No matter what your dream may be, it is important to be aware of some weight loss facts. For instance, just because you saw a gizmo on the TV which swears that you will get six pack abs in one month, that's not necessarily the case. It is simply a marketing gimmick. So what can you do in order to lose that unwanted belly fat?

Well the first thing that you should be aware of is that losing weight means burning calories. Until you lose that body fat, your abs will not magically become visible. Also pay close attention to genetics. If your parents are slightly overweight, you may have to work harder on achieving your goal. Also try to cut your daily calorie intake. One pound of fat or adipose tissue contains 3,500 calories. So set your goals and figure out the exact amount of calories that you need to burn each day.

A great tool to use when working on toning your abs is the swiss ball. When you are using this particular exercise wonder you basically work your muscles through a full range of motion, thereby getting quicker and better results. And when you buildyour muscles you burn more calories. It is also important to vary your routine. If your body gets used to one exercise you will most likely stop burning calories. So try different things, like swimming, biking, running, and walking. There are also a lot of exercises which you can do with the swiss ball, all of which target the abs. So switch things up every now and then. Trying new things will also help you stay motivated. Doing the same tedious routine day after day can become quite boring. So if you want to lose that unwanted belly fat, try applying some of these tips into your workout routine.

Lauren S. Johnson writes health articles about fitness and nutrition. Some of her favorite passions include studying the medicinal benefits of herbal remedies, diet pills, and hoodia gordonii.

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A Few Steps to a Flatter Tummy

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A Few Steps to a Flatter TummyBy Lauren S Johnson

How many of us want to lose that unwanted belly fat? The answer is "many of us." It seems that both women and men undergo intensive abdominal workout routines daily in order to see a glimpse of a flatter belly. However, often times, the results are slow coming or none at all. There can be many reasons why a person may not be dropping their belly weight. Anything from a bad diet to stress can have a not positive effect on abdominal fitness.