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Nov 19, 2009 -
Carrie Underwood boldly shared in Us Weekly that her trouble area is her tummy. She said, "It may take me the rest of my life, but if I'm 80 and I have abs, I'll be happy."
Now it's your turn to share which part of your body you work the hardest to tone up, shrink down, and sculpt.
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Jun 02, 2008 -
Even if you're a meat eater, you can probably appreciate PETA's annual Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrity contest. Voting is now open for this year's awards, which honor one male and one female celeb for their sexy meat avoidance. Past winners include Kristen Bell, Prince, Tobey Maguire, and Carrie Underwood.
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Dec 28, 2006 -
Carrie Underwood has been in the limelight ever since winning American Idol last season. Turns out that becoming an Idol is working out just nicely for her as she has a booming career, a cute new man and a slender new body.
How did she slim down?
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Jan 27, 2009 -
For many food-conscious diners, eating flesh doesn't mesh with their ideological standards, and their values lead them to vegetarianism. For others, going meatless has more to do with health than compassion for animals, a distaste for meat, or a combination of these reasons.
Whether they've adopted vegetarian diets for health reasons or animal rights, several celebrities have made their dietary choices publicly known.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Symptoms
- Causes and Risk Factors
- Triggers
- Diagnosis
- Treatment: Acute Gout Attac...
- Treatment: Preventing Attac...
- Other Treatments
- Lifestyle Changes
- Complications
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
Types of Gout:
There are two types of gout -- primary and secondary.
- Primary gout: The cause is usually unknown. However, primary gout is likely the result of a combination of genetic, hormonal, and dietary factors.
- Secondary gout: Secondary gout is caused by medications or medical conditions that cause an increase in the serum (blood) levels of uric acid.
Risk Factors:
Risk factors for gout include:
- Advancing age
- Male gender
- Family history of the condition
- Obesity
- Use of certain drugs, including diuretics, aspirin, cyclosporine, or levodopa
- Drinking a large amount of alcohol, particularly beer
- Exposure to lead
- Organ transplants
- Thyroid problems
Symptoms of a Gout Attack:
Symptoms of a gout attack include:
- Severe pain at and around the joint
- May feel like "crushing" or a dislocated bone
- Walking and the weight of bed sheets may be unbearable
- Usually takes 8 - 12 hours to develop
- Occurs late at night or early in the morning and may wake you up
- Swelling that may extend beyond the joint
- Red, shiny, tense skin over the affected area, which may peel after a few days
- Chills and mild fever, loss of appetite, and feelings of ill health
Research News
A large study found that people with gout are at an increased risk of having metabolic syndrome.
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Oct 29, 2008 -
Kellie Pickler recently explained that it was Carrie Underwood who turned her on to the health benefits of being a vegetarian. However, after researching the issue further, she decided to ditch the meat for animal rights as well.
While I do eat many meatless meals, I am not strictly an herbivore because I enjoy meat and love that chicken is a great source of lean protein.
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Nov 12, 2007 -
You thought it was just for spaghetti sauce, but here's ten healthy and healing uses for the herb oregano — Mark's Daily Apple
When it comes to weight-loss plateaus there are a few questions you really should ask yourself — Fitness Fixation
Get moving with Trance Action a free music mix for you to download — fitPod
Although she's been a vegetarian since she was 13, Carrie Underwood dropped 20 pounds by cutting back on junk food — iFit&Healthy
How do you work your wild thing when you don't fit into your skinny jeans — Back in Skinny Jeans
With the super bug MRSA flying around, now might be a good time to invest in your own yoga mat — About: Yoga
In your quest for fitness you can always walk it out — That's Fit
Brighten up your side dishes with Carrot Cranberry Gratin — YumSugar
Yawn much? Here are some facts you should know about the simple act of yawning — HealthBolt
How does she do it? Jessica Alba says it is not by dieting — The Skinny Website
Here's some tips on how to celebrate the beauty of BOSU — Vital Juice Daily
I am loving this lentil soup with caramelized onions — Elastic Waist
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Oct 29, 2007 -
- Download Fire-N-Ice, a free 54 minute music mix that will pump you up and cool you down – fitPod
- Weigh in on when you work out: are you a morning person or a night owl? – Weighting Game
- Bow pose does not have leave your pelvis black and blue – About: Yoga
- Hungry after your run? Here's a list of foods to eat post workout – That's Fit
- Make the jump to jumping rope with these tips – Vital Juice Daily
- Feel the need to get spooky for your workout?
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Jul 01, 2007 -
Guess who was just named World’s Sexiest Vegetarian by PETA?
To see who it is, just read more
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Jun 10, 2007 -
Guess who is playing softball at the 17th annual City of Hope Celebrity Softball Challenge?
To find out who it is, read more
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