England Journal of Medicine study suggest otherwise. For two years, participants followed one of four calorie-restricted diets with varying amounts of carbs, protein and fat. After 24 months, all participants had lost about the same amount of weight

on whatever you want on the weekend, you cancel out five days of healthy eating,” says Felicia Stoler, nutrition coordinator for the New York City Marathon. When it comes to shedding pounds, consistency is key. “Aim to consume a similar number of calories

UAN:287 Article type:++add book link at top++ -- This is adapted from the book, Eat Smart, Play Hard, by RW USA Nutrition Editor Liz Applegate. You’ll be happy to know that staying fit is good for both you and your baby. Obstetricians

and indigestion.   Drinks to CelebrateRaise a less-guilty glass with these low-calorie, vitamin-packed cocktails.BLOODY MARYIngredients: 40ml vodka; 85ml tomato juice; 15ml lemon juice; 1 dash each of Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco and celery salt. Shake all

is to stay away from like-minded people that haven't recovered. Don't feel guilty about this. Running requires you to be fit and healthy, and it will inspire you beyond belief. I am training for a marathon, and have not weighed myself during training – and I

, you'd rather be on a country lane or the trails of Mont Blanc, but your urban run means you're burning calories, building endurance and strength, clocking useful mileage and, if you're commuting, saving time and money. But urban running comes

, or lack of success, is the way you think about your running. If it works for you – if it relieves stress, burns calories, gives you time to yourself, enhances your self-esteem – then it doesn’t matter what any other person or any stopwatch says about your

chance of winning a medal," he famously claimed before the Atlanta Games in 1996.Calorie countThere's no need to worry about sex zapping your energy before a race. Scientists say that the average bout of nookie expends a similar number of calories

hormones. But when a heavy training schedule puts pressure on your immune system, you can ensure that you make healthy diet choices.The key to maintaining an efficient and effective immune system is to consume enough of the nutrients that play a vital role

not ovulating, the presence of a period does not guarantee a healthy menstrual cycle. A lack of ovulation can signal insufficient levels of progesterone, which can lead to over-stimulation of the uterine lining, putting you at risk of endometrial cancer. If you