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  1. The avg exerciser needs approx .8g-1.4g of protein/kg of body weight. Take weight divided by 2.2 & multiple by .8 or 1.4 for ideal intake.
  2. Some studies have shown that people with low amounts of magnesium in the body are 2x as likely to develop coronary heart disease.
  3. Flaxseed is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber, and substances that may help prevent breast and prostate cancer.
  4. Restrictive diets (esp when not combined w/exercise) often sacrifice lean muscle mass. This makes it harder to lose weight & keep it off!
  5. From Men's Health: 1 oz of almonds provides 50% of your DV of vitamin E, 8% of your calcium (more than any other nut), & 10% of magnesium.
  6. Good sources of soluble fiber include dried beans and legumes, oatmeal, oat bran, barley and citrus fruits.
  7. Soluble fiber has cholesterol-lowering properties because it acts like a sponge, absorbing cholesterol & pulling it out of your body.
  8. 1lb of fat is = to the size of a softball or a box of butter (all 6 sticks)! 1 lb of muscle is the size of a baseball. Big difference!
  9. Successful people replace the words "wish", "should", "try", and "going to" with "I WILL"!
  10. It's easy to eat a whole bag of chips, carton of ice cream, etc while watching TV. Make eating a separate activity, and you'll consume less.
  11. Did you know that Pistachios have the least amount of calories & fat of all nuts? 1 oz (25 pcs or fewer) contains 3g or 12% of your DV.
  12. Butter, mayo, & "special sauces" are typically concentrated sources of calories. Try lemon juice, soy sauce, salsa, or spices instead.
  13. Research suggests that when meats become charred during grilling, potentially cancer-causing chemicals are formed.
  14. Sweet potatoes are full of vitamin A in the form of beta carotene, which studies show can help fight cancer and heart disease.
  15. Good motivation for men: "If an overweight man loses 35 pounds of body fat, it gives the penis surface area an entire extra inch in length."
  16. The primary symptoms for women having a heart attack include pain/discomfort in 1 or both arms, back, neck, jaw & stomach, not the chest!
  17. will be in DFW 9/30 - 10/3 & has appt avail. Do u know how many cals u need/day or what heartrate is best 4 u to burn fat? www.fitlabinc.com
  18. When trying to lose weight, consider a goal that doesn't feel overwhelming. "In the long run, we hit only what we aim at." Thoreau
  19. Exercise doesn’t just strengthen your muscles, it also strengthens your joints and reduces ur odds of having aches, pains & problems.
  20. High Fructose Corn Syrup causes you to eat more b/c it blocks leptin, a chemical that regulates fat storage & metabolism. Hint: soft drinks