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Sugar-free drinks may make sweet-detecting circuits numb to the real stuff

Web edition : Wednesday, June 13th, 2012

By baffling the brain, saccharin and other sugar-free sweeteners key weapons in the war on obesity may paradoxically foster overeating.

At some level, the brain can sense a difference between sugar and no-calorie sweeteners, several studies have demonstrated. Using brain imaging, San Diego researchers now show that the brain processes sweet flavors differently depending on whether a person regularly consumes diet soft drinks.

This idea that there could be fundamental differences in how people respond to sweet tastes based on their experience with diet sodas is not something that has gotten much attention, says Susan Swithers of Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind. A key finding, she says: Brains of diet soda drinkers dont differentiate very well between sucrose and saccharin.

Erin Green and Claire Murphy of the University of California, San Diego and San Diego State University recruited 24 healthy young adults for a battery of brain imaging tests. Half reported regularly drinking sugar-free beverages, usually at least once a day. The rest seldom if ever consumed such drinks. While the brain scans were underway, the researchers pumped small amounts of saccharin- or sugar-sweetened water in random order into each recruits mouth as the volunteer rated the tastes.

Both the diet soda drinkers and the nondrinkers rated each sweetener about equally pleasant and intense, Green and Murphy report in an upcoming Physiology & Behavior. But which brain regions lit up while making those judgments differed sharply based on who regularly consumed diet drinks.

Certain affected brain regions are associated with offering a pleasurable feedback or reward in response to desirable sensations. And compared with those who don't drink diet soda, the diet soda drinkers demonstrated more widespread activation to both saccharin and sucrose in reward processing brain regions, the researchers say.

One of the strongest links seen was diminishing activation of an area known as the caudate head as a recruits diet soda consumption climbed. This area is associated with the food motivation and reward system. Green and Murphy also point out that decreased activation of this brain region has been linked with elevated risk of obesity.

The new findings may help explain an oft-observed association between diet soda consumption and weight gain, the researchers say. Once fooled, the brains sweet sensors can no longer provide a reliable gauge of energy consumption.

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FABULOUS TRIBAL AND DRUMS FITNESS FIESTA 2012 Vistana Hotel Jalan Lumut Kuala Lumpur Tel: 016-6057 711 E-mail: fabulousfitness01@gmail.com

JUNE 30: Join fitness instructors from Malaysia, Brazil and Indonesia for a sweat out session guided by tribal music and drums, and be in the running to win fantastic gifts and holiday packages. Sessions are categorised under the Urban Tribal Dance, AeroXumba Bolly Dance, Tribal Babes Indonesia and Capoeira Fitness Beats. There will also be a special guest appearance by Mr Universe 2011, Wong Hong, who is also the first pro body builder listed in our Malaysia Book of Records. Limited to 50 participants only. Fees: RM170 per person. Time: 12.30pm to 7pm.

PECHA KUCHA NIGHT KUALA LUMPUR VOL. 15 The Bee Publika 32B, Level G2 Publika, Solaris Dutamas Jalan Dutamas 1 Kuala Lumpur

JUNE 20: The global design networking/social event Pecha Kucha Night (PKN), organised by British Council, is back by popular demand to present a line up of big names, with even bigger personalities to match. Watch as presenters, made up mostly from the creative and design fields, attempt to hold the audiences attention by talking about anything they want, each for six minutes and 40 seconds. The events concept was first introduced in 2003 by Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham of Klein Dytham Architecture. Come early as space is limited. Admission is free. Time: 8pm to 10.30pm.

THE UNIVERSE OF BALLET WITH MPO Dewan Filharmonik Petronas PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2051 7007 E-mail: dfp_boxoffice@petronas.com.my dfp.com.my / mpo.com.my

JUNE 16 & 17: Led by globally renowned conductor Zhang Yi, this musical spectacular allows you to revel in the enchantment of ballet classics such as Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovskys The Nutcracker Suite, Lo Delibes Copplia Suite, D Mingxins The Incredible Phoenix, and Leonard Bernsteins Fancy Free. Ticket price: RM120, RM90, RM60 and RM30. Time: 8.30pm (Sat) and 3pm (Sun).

PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY OF SELANGOR CHOIR MEMBER RECRUITMENT Ann Perreaus Studios Global Business Park, Block A 1st Floor, No. 8, Jalan 19/1 Petaling Jaya Selangor E-mail: selangor.phil@gmail.com thephil.org.my

JUNE 18 & 25: The Choir of the Philharmonic Society of Selangor, a community choir, is inviting singers of all ages and experience to join the group. The Choir regularly performs at community and corporate events in addition to producing its own shows, and has just successfully concluded Music from Movies & Musicals 4, featuring songs from the stage and screen including Grease, Sound of Music, Lion King and more. Rehearsals are held every Monday from 8pm to 10pm. No experience is necessary but the ability to read notes would be an advantage. Please bring your own water and an open mind. Dress comfortably. Time: 7.30pm to 8pm (orientation for new members), 8pm to 10pm (open rehearsal).

THE OWL WHO WAS AFRAID OF THE DARK STAGE PERFORMANCE PJ Live Arts, Block K Jaya One 72A Jalan Universiti Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-2276 1402 gardnerandwife.com

JUNE 19-23: Presented by UKs Blunderbus Theatre Company, this stage adaptation centres on Plop, a baby barn owl, who unfortunately harbours a fear of the dark. Based on the classic childrens book by Jill Tomlinson, this funny, gentle and reassuring show combines storytelling with live music and puppetry a performance ideal for children aged three to seven. Ticket price: RM50, RM63, RM76 and RM89. Time: 10am (Tue-Fri), 11am and 3pm (Sat), and 2pm and 5pm (Sun).

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As technology advances new fitness gear is available for our yoga workouts. Nothing is wrong with performing yoga in regular attire on a customary mat, but for those who want to take their workout to the next level, high tech fitness gear is a great addition. High tech fitness gear can offer numerous benefits for your yoga workout, and I will name the top four.

#1 Move garment by Electricfoxy

To me, the most appealing high tech gear is the new garment by Elictricfoxy. This piece of clothing connects to a moveable application that contains a library that saves a variety of movements that you create yourself. This high tech apparel also has four stretch and bend sensors that work together to tell you if your postures and motions are accurate. This garment is great for those who participate in yoga. In addition, it is helpful for those involved in pilates and physical therapy, as well as golf and baseball.

#2 Power Balance wristband: $29.99

This wristband by Power Balance uses Mylar holograms that are believed to enhance your balance and flexibility, making it perfect for those who perform yoga. The silicone wristbands come in a variety of colors, including neon yellow swirl and cypress cameo. In addition, the following six NBA bands are also available:

Los Angeles Lakers

Boston Celtics

Chicago Bulls

Miami Heat

Orlando Magic

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As we grow older, an active lifestyle is more important than ever. Regular exercise can help boost energy, maintain your independence and manage symptoms of illness or pain. Not only is exercise good for your body, but also your mind and spirit.

At the Mattoon Y we offer several exercise programs that seem to be popular among our senior members. Most weekday mornings our pool is an active area with classes such as: Gentle Joints, water volleyball, Prime Time, water aerobics and aqua Zumba.

In Gentle Joints the light water exercises ease arthritic and fybromyalgia discomforts while improving joint mobility, increasing muscle tone and enhancing circulation.

Designed for the mature adult, Prime Time also will help improve muscle tone and elevate the heart rate to a level that will improve your cardiovascular system. Both aqua Zumba and our water aerobics class will use the natural resistance of the water to work the muscles and improve your fitness level. With the aqua Zumba, you will enjoy the sounds of international music while making exercise a splash!

Are you a team player? Many of our members who come for water aerobics stay for a non-competitive game of water volleyball.

Aqua classes not only provide exercise but allow our members the opportunity to meet new friends. After exercise many of these members stay enjoy coffee and laughter in our Welcome Center lobby.

Some members prefer the land fitness classes. Among senior favorites are: Tai Chi, Forever Fit and Yoga stretch.

Tai Chi is a rhythmic Chinese martial art form that utilizes the whole body creating excellent circulation, balance and respiratory response. Yoga stretch implements Yoga postures with assisted isolated stretching for improved flexibility and enhanced mind and body relaxation.

For muscle conditioning, Forever Fit will offer a low-impact aerobic option including the use of light dumbbells.

Recently one of our members celebrated her 90th birthday by bringing her family to Forever Fit. There they witnessed how she chooses to stay young and strong and to keep a positive outlook on life.

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SAN DIEGO, June 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --The American Council on Exercise (ACE), a leading authority on fitness and the world's largest nonprofit fitness and training organization, today announced a partnership with Town Sports International (TSI), a leading owner and operator of fitness clubs in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, which operates the New York, Boston, Washington and Philadelphia Sports Clubs. The two companies have come together to create Xercise International (XI), a personal training instructional program designed to develop fitness enthusiasts' passion into a profession.

The program is a three-month course that builds students' knowledge and skills in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, personal training, and business and marketing skills. The program will help students prepare for ACE's Personal Trainer Certification and for employment within the fitness industry, and will include both classroom lectures and hands-on training at TSI locations.

The training program will be facilitated at select TSI locations, rolling out initially in Connecticut and Virginia and led by TSI fitness professionals who will be trained by ACE. Additionally, upon completion of the course, top graduates will be considered for employment at TSI clubs.

"TSI is a renowned fitness organization and was a natural partner to bring enhanced training and leadership skills to those looking to enter the industry, along with a pipeline to a rewarding career in fitness," said ACE CEO Scott Goudeseune. "ACE is committed to arming the public with the latest knowledge and research for safe and effective fitness options. Fitness literacy for both professionals and fitness seekers is a key element in the fight against the obesity epidemic as we help empower Americans to live their most fit lives."

"A certification from ACE, through XI training, validates that a fitness professional is an expert in his or her field and has gone through the intensive training and testing necessary to produce an effective and safe workout program for clients," said Bob Giardina, President and CEO of TSI. "Bringing XI and ACE certified personal trainers on board further enhances our successful personal training program, adding value to the services we currently offer our half a million TSI club members."

About ACE

American Council on Exercise (ACE), America's premier fitness and personal trainer certification, continuing education, and training organization, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the benefits of physical activity and protecting Americans against unsafe and ineffective fitness products and instruction. ACE sponsors university-based fitness and exercise science research studies and is the world's largest nonprofit fitness certifying organization. For more information on ACE and its programs, call (800) 825-3636 or visit the ACE website at http://www.acefitness.org. AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EXERCISE, ACE and the ACE logos are Registered Trademarks of the American Council on Exercise.

About Town Sports International Holdings, Inc.:

New York-based Town Sports International Holdings, Inc. is a leading owner and operator of fitness clubs in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic regions of the United States and, through its subsidiaries, operated 160 fitness clubs as of March 31, 2012, comprising 108 New York Sports Clubs, 25 Boston Sports Clubs, 18 Washington Sports Clubs (two of which are partly-owned), six Philadelphia Sports Clubs, and three clubs located in Switzerland. These clubs collectively served approximately 523,000 members. For more information on TSI, visit http://www.mysportsclubs.com.

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Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) June 13, 2012

With summer months starting now, Your HCG urges that now is the time to begin the HCG Diet. Usually summer is a time for lounging by the pool, camping in the mountains, and family vacations. It is a time most people want to feel and look their best with their weight in check too.

The difference between the HCG Drops and any other diet out there is quick results. You wont have to wait months to achieve your weight loss goal. Most people will lose between 1-2 pounds a day on the diet.

1. Its quick. You want to lose weight now; the HCG diet will help you lose the unwanted weight as fast as possible. 2. Success is important. Unlike other diets, if you follow the diet and take the HCG drops, you will be successful. There is not a hidden trick to be successful it is very straightforward. 3. Exercise is not required; it is only recommend to do light exercise while on the HCG diet. 4. Weight loss will improve your energy. This will give you the ability to enjoy more activities this summer. 5. Losing weight also helps eliminate the chance of other complications such as diabetes, heart problems, or depression. 6. The HCG diet is easy. It is a very simple diet to follow with results that are amazing. 7. Support is everywhere. Your HCG has a community page with fellow HCG dieters as well as a very informative website to ask questions and receive free support from one of their health coaches. 8. You dont have to miss your favorite parties and BBQs. The HCG diet allows you to barbeque delicious meals and Your HCG provides you with some great recipes to continue your summer fun. 9. You will lose weight in the stomach, arms, and legs first. These are usually the areas of a persons body that contain the most fat. 10. Losing weight increases confidence and self-esteem.

Your HCG s CEO Dan Edmund states Summer is the perfect time to start the HCG diet, it will allow you to lose the weight you want just in time for parties, vacations, and the swimming pool

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Maintaining a healthy weight might be difficult in college but it's extremely important thing to be aware of. Photo/ MCT

The freshmen fifteen is something that nearly all college students worry about at one time or another.

Still, many others tend to lose weight when they get to college. This trend can be caused by factors such as social pressure and changes in lifestyle. The situations vary between boys and girls and also between the healthy and unhealthy.

Society and the media pressure girls about what they should look like every day. Being extremely thin is an unrealistic image that is constantly in our faces.

Advertising and television also affects guys. Students are shown and told that guys should be fit and muscular.

Although it affects both genders, women tend to develop more negative behaviors.

Strong desire for weight loss can lead to diseases such as bulimia and anorexia: illnesses that are very serious and extremely dangerous to anyones health.

But losing weight does not always have to be a negative thing. If a person decides to start living a healthier lifestyle, it can be very positive.

Jenny Maley, a junior at UNC Charlotte, decided to make a change in her life back in November of 2010.

She had carried most of her weight from high school but put on about 60 pounds after a car accident disabled her from being active and starting school. After she recovered she knew it was time to make a change.

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Antonio Gates says he wants to play longer and that means playing lighter.

Gates tells the San Diego Union-Tribune that he recognizes the importance of staying in better condition as he gets older in order to continue to play at a high level.

"I've always felt deeply that as you get older, you have to lose a little weight," said Gates, who will soon be 32. "I've always played at 260 (pounds). I felt like this year, I can play at 255 ... That's just the key. When I watch guys who have longevity and played for 15, 16 years, one thing I continuously hear is guys maintaining health, maintaining weight. They control their weight."

Gates, currently around 258 pounds, said when he was younger he could always lose whatever extra weight he might have been carrying during the rigors of training camp. But now he is making a conscious effort by altering his diet and doing it the right way.

It's got to be a good weight, too," Gates said. "I don't want to walk around and feel like I don't have power, or fatigue sets in because you've lost too much weight.

"I see these commercials of people who lose 10 pounds in one day and all this crazy stuff. I ain't on that plan. I'm at one pound a week where when I eat, I'm still at a good weight. I don't want to be 255 on weigh-in day and then eat a sandwich and be back to 263."

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NEW YORK A seaweed-based fiber supplement, taken daily before meals, helped people lose weight in a new study.

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But that was only the case among people who stuck with the diet study over a few months. More than one-fifth of people dropped out when they couldn't tolerate the supplement's taste, texture and side effects.

Researchers have explored the potential of seaweed as an appetite suppressant, but so far products haven't panned out.

"There have been problems in the past to develop something (that tastes) acceptable," said Dr. Arne Astrup, one of the study's authors from the University of Copenhagen and a member of the advisory board to S-Biotek, a Danish company that provided funding for the study.

Previous seaweed-based supplements were slimy and caused bloating, and they also had a fishy taste. The new supplement used in this study is less unpleasant -- but there's still room for improvement, said Astrup.

The supplement is based on the seaweed extract alginate, a thickening agent and a common ingredient in foods like soups and jellies. It's also increasingly used by the weight-loss industry, marketed as an appetite suppressant.

Packaged in powder form and mixed with liquid, alginate expands in the stomach to form a thick gel, mimicking the effect of a large meal.

"This gel is really like a pudding that will last in the stomach for hours, gradually degrading and disappearing," Astrup said.

For the study, the researchers randomly divided 96 generally healthy but obese people, aged 20 to 55, into two groups.

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Lily Munster Weight Loss 2012 Lily Munster Diet Plan - Isn't amazing how all of the celebrities you see have a celebrity diet plan for weight loss to maintain their weight. Some of them are shapely and healthy looking, and look good on camera. Others look like they haven't eaten in weeks, like they just got back from the famine in Ethiopia for a few weeks. Like they had been starving themselves to lose weight, and that is probably what they have been doing. You see it in all the tabloids, this person lost 100 pounds again, this one gained 100 pounds, and then lost 150 pounds. Some are not as dramatic; this one lost 40 pounds and is a television spokesperson, because the previous celebrity diet spokesperson gained the weight back. The fact is they may be starving themselves to lose weight, fasting like they are going through a famine.

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Celebrities make dieting look so easy, don't they? One month they're on the cover of US Weekly for gaining too much weight and the next they're headlining the "sexiest beach bods" story. It is true that seriously overweight people can lose large amounts of fat in a quick amount of time, because of the large fat content in their cells. But those that are only a few pounds overweight, losing 40 pounds in a month, is not only starvation, it is malnutrition and can have serious side effects. Our body weight can fluctuate day to day and the best diets take the weight off gradually, the way it came on. If you lose a lot of weight in a short time, staying the same size will be impossible unless you follow a maintenance program for life. Good, sensible dieting means skill and will power combined. A lot of these celebrity diets or Hollywood diets are very bad for the body and the celebrities are thinking of the camera rather than their long term health. Researches indicate that individuals who indulge in a weight loss program by taking prepared meals end up losing an additional 31% weight as against those who cook their own meals. With help, losing weight is made easier and at times much faster as against doing it on your own.Diet delivery is gaining popularity in a big way as it is fairly affordable by even the common man, roughly around $20 a day with an increasing variety to choose from. A few of which include: Zone-compliant meal, low carbs plan, veggie meals, and gourmet too.

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With the rapidly increasing epidemic of obesity and increasing BMI levels, there is an array of products and diet plan to aid in combating obesity. Celebrity slim diet, the basic idea is to educate people and not to depict food as an enemy. Like a lot of famous diets in Hollywood, if your body thinks you are starving, it is going to hold on to every calorie you take in to keep you from starving to death instead of burning them for energy. When you follow a properly balanced weight loss diet, your metabolism will hardly notice the decrease in calories and continue to burn fat it doesn't need to store. This is a more long-term weight loss strategy.

Celebrities do not have secrets about dieting. They are normal people like the rest of us but, unlike most of us, they have people working for them such as diet advisors and personal trainers. Celebrity diets involve a level of commitment and dedication which we struggle with. The best celebrity diets involve eating sensibly and limiting our calorie intake. Having these factors in mind will allow you to have safe and easy weight loss that will provide you with short term and long term consistent results.

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