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SparkPeople Needs Your Help Tackling Childhood Obesity 7/24/2007
Help Your Kids Love Their Bodies As a parent, how do you promote a healthy body size without instilling obsession about it? Start with these parent-child activities to plant the seeds of healthy body image. 7/24/2007
What Is Ratatouille? After a quick internet search we discovered that  the real "Ratatouille" is a French dish served as a meal (accompanied by rice, potatoes, pasta or French bread) or as a side dish. 7/24/2007
Yoga Helps Prevent Middle-Age Spread 7/20/2007
Over 2 Billion Calories Burned! We have some big news for our members! Learn about the changes to come, how they will affect you, and why we're so excited about it! 7/17/2007
How to Choose a Personal Trainer A personal trainer can be a great investment or a big waste of money. Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you choose the right person to help you reach your goals. 7/17/2007
Summer Skin Savers Getting a daily dose of vitamin D from the sun can be good for you, but it can also be dangerous if you don't take the right precautions. Protect your skin from the hot summer sun with these smart tips. 7/17/2007
A Guide to Walking Meditation If you want the benefits of meditation but can't sit still, then consider walking meditation. By combining meditation with physical activity, you'll keep your mind and body fit. 7/10/2007
Research Study Recommends SparkPeople These days, it's not uncommon to make decisions that affect your health based on information that you find on the Internet. But can you trust the weight loss advice you find on Internet message boards? 7/9/2007
4 Ways You're Cheating Yourself at the Gym 7/3/2007
What to Eat This Summer Summer is here! Find out which foods are fresh, flavorful and nutritious this time of year. 7/2/2007
Get Fit for Less Dough Getting in shape can be costly. But there are many ways to get the resources you need at prices you can afford. 6/26/2007
31 Days to Less Stress Stressing out? You're not alone. Use this tip-of-the-day calendar to combat stress one day at a time. 6/26/2007
Discussion about Alli Many dieters are curious about the weight-loss pill Alli. Is it right for you? Get the facts from SparkPeople's experts. 6/26/2007
Carbohydrate Adjustments for Exercisers with Diabetes 6/20/2007
Exercising with Type 2 Diabetes Physical activity is important for everyone, especially people with Type 2 diabetes. Learn more about the diabetes benefits of exercise--and how to do it right. 6/20/2007
Meal Planning Tips for People with Type 2 Diabetes If you have diabetes, then you know that you have to put more time and thought into every bite you eat. Learn how to make diabetes meal planning easier with these tips. 6/20/2007
Exercising with Seasonal Allergies The following tips will help you make the most of your workouts and keep your allergy symptoms at bay. 6/20/2007
Exercising with Seasonal Allergies Learn how to make the most of your workouts while keeping your allergy symptoms at bay.  6/20/2007
Eating Well with Type 2 Diabetes Learn how to plan a healthy diet to help manage type 2 diabetes. 6/19/2007
Healthy Fitness Horoscopes To stick with a fitness program, you need a plan that fits your personality. If you want to make exercise a habit, then reach for the stars! 6/19/2007
Diagnosing, Treating and Preventing Prediabetes Prediabetes is a condition without symptoms. Left unchecked, it can lead to type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. But you can control prediabetes before it gets control of you. 6/12/2007
The Benefits of Berries Isn't it wonderful when something that tastes so yummy is also good for you? That's what you get when you enjoy the delicious, sweet flavor of berries. Adding these seasonal fruits to your diet is easy! 6/12/2007
When Walking Isn't Enough It's hard to say enough about the benefits of walking for weight loss and general health. But what happens when walking alone is no longer enough to help you reach your goals? 6/12/2007
Types of Arthritis 6/12/2007