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10 Diet Flubs — And How To Fix Them

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Slimming down is somewhat like boating. You set your course toward a destination (your goal weight), propel yourself with the right fuel (diet and exercise) and end up on an island paradise (in a bikini!). But the tiniest leak in your ship could sink your efforts. We’ve uncovered 10 sneaky ways your workout, your work habits and even your clothing can undermine your diet, and we devised easy fixes for each. Spot what’s holding you back, try our tips and set off toward your ideal body. Then slip into that swimsuit and enjoy!

     
     
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Restricting TV and Computer Time Helps Kids Lose Weight

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By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter

(HealthDay News) -- Cutting kids' TV and computer time by half reduced the amount of food they ate and helped them lose weight, a new study found.

The finding offers hope to the problem of childhood obesity in the United States, where an estimated 16 percent of children ages 6 to 19 years old are overweight, a 45 percent increase in one decade, according to federal researchers.