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Tea Time

Preliminary studies in mice have shown that consuming Green Tea may help block fat and help decrease weight.  The studies demonstrated that mice who had an obesity gene and who ate food containing green tea extracts gained less fat and weight than their counterparts did.  They also had lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels and less evidence of "fatty liver" disease, which can cause progressive liver damage.

While these studies are, indeed, "preliminary," they are promising indicators that the many benefits of Green Tea (including the fact that it contains many disease-fighting anti-oxidants) could extend to the arena of healthy weight management.  So, why not consider replacing your daily latte or cup of joe with a new commitment to Tea Time?

Tracking Steps Helps You Make Tracks

We've already talked about the fact that the simple act of wearing a pedometer helps you increase your physical activity and decrease your weight without really even thinking about it.  Now, a new study proves that when you take the extra "step" of thinking about the number of steps you're taking you'll enjoy even more benefits.

Researchers found that among individuals who wore pedometers, those who logged their steps by simply recording the number of steps they took each day took 9% more steps than those who did not. 

A 10% "return on investment" in our current economic climate would would be considered remarkable and a solid way to gain financial ground.  And this study proves that you can yield nearly a 10% "return on investment" in your well-being--a proven way to lose extra weight.  All from the simple act of recording a number each day.  Now, that's quite a dividend.