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Fitness Expert Amanda Genao – "How Can I Get A 4-Pack Stomach? No More Chichos…I Want Abs!"

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QUESTION: Hi Amanda. I love reading your posts. I have a relatively flat stomach (a few chichos, though LOL) but I want to get my abs more defined…maybe get a 4-pack but still look feminine. Any advice on how I can do it? Thanks. AMANDA’S ADVICE: Thanks so much for reading my posts. It really means a lot to me. To answer your question, have you ever heard of the common saying about how abs are made in the kitchen? Well, … Read more →

Fitness Expert Amanda Genao – "How Can I Tone My Stomach & Booty After Having A Baby?"

Fitness Expert Amanda Genao – "How Can I Tone My Stomach & Booty After Having A Baby?"

QUESTION: What kind of exercises do I need to do to lose my baby weight and tone my stomach? Also, how can I tone my behind? :) Thanks so much! AMANDA’S ADVICE: Hi! You are asking the right person because, just like you, I had to really take control of my body and learn how to eat better and exercise correctly in order to get my body back! The first piece of advice I’d like to share with you is … Read more →

Fitness Expert Amanda Genao – “How Do I Lose Pregnancy Weight With Shakes & Nutrition?”

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QUESTION: Hi. I’m 18-years-old and two months ago I had my son. I want to lose the weight i gained during the pregnancy. I was wondering what’s the best method to lose the pregnancy weight? Are there any drinks that could help? Or maybe teas? I want something that is natural and won’t hurt my body. Thank you and hope to hear from you soon! AMANDA’S ADVICE: Congratulations on having your son! I am going to speak from experience and from … Read more →

Fitness Expert Amanda Genao – "How Can I Lose Weight When It Seems Impossible?"

Fitness Expert Amanda Genao – "How Can I Lose Weight When It Seems Impossible?"

QUESTION: Hi! I was wondering if you could help me with something. I know a lot of Latinas have a problem with their weight, coming from a heritage with a lot of delicious and greasy foods. The problem with me is that I gained a lot of weight because of an accident I had when I was 12, which left me in bed for three months with no physical movement at all. I am 22-years-old now and I recently weighed myself and … Read more →

Fitness Expert Amanda Genao – “How Can I Become Toned & Cute Instead Of Skinny?”

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QUESTION: I’m 16-years-old year and very petite. I had gone through a stage in my life feeling like I was ugly because I am “tiny”. I really would like to know any exercises that I could do to get my body toned and “cute” instead of just being skinny. PLEASE help! AMANDA’S ADVICE: First of all, I am glad you are working on building up your confidence and self-esteem. I can totally relate to the “feeling tiny”. I felt just like … Read more →

Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – “How Can I Make My Hair Grow Longer?”

Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – “How Can I Make My Hair Grow Longer?”

QUESTION: I have really thick and curly hair. How can I make it grow longer? YVETTE’S ADVICE: Hi chica. This is a very general question and would need further consultation. Are you looking to accelerate the normal growth of your hair? Because that is just physically impossible mama. If your hair, for some reason, is not growing as much as it used to before then you have to pick and choose the reason why it might be happening. Poor diet? Stress? … Read more →

“Addiction” (Nancy’s Blog)

“Addiction” (Nancy’s Blog)

I am an addict. Like any junkie, I begin to crave a hit every few hours. My addiction has cost me relationships, job opportunities, and my health. My substance of choice? Food. I’ve been a compulsive eater since childhood. Though I yo-yo dieted my way to a slim physique in high school, in the decade since I’ve ballooned to my biggest size. Being obese is difficult to describe if you haven’t experienced it personally. I have a weird love-hate relationship with … Read more →

Better Than Good Enough (Krystle’s Blog #9)

Better Than Good Enough (Krystle’s Blog #9)

Hey everyone! I know it’s been a awhile but I’ve had a very stressful November. I applied to colleges, for scholarships and have been writing various essays for different classes, including my ‘College NOW!’ class. I want to pose the following question: does anyone know of any good tips on how to lose weight (and keep it off)? I used to weigh 200 pounds until I dropped 45 pounds due to daily exercise and dieting. After losing that I felt on … Read more →

Common Questions About Lactose Intolerance

Common Questions About Lactose Intolerance

Common Questions about Lactose Intolerance What is lactose intolerance? People who are lactose intolerant have a hard time digesting the sugar (called lactose) that is naturally found in milk and may experience discomfort after consuming dairy foods. How do I know if I’m lactose intolerant? Stomachaches, bloating or gassiness can have many different causes. Your doctor can help you find out if you are lactose intolerant or if your digestive discomfort is caused by something else. I used to drink milk … Read more →

New Moms Can Prevent Diabetes by Keeping up Healthy Habits

New Moms Can Prevent Diabetes by Keeping up Healthy Habits

Women who develop high blood glucose (blood sugar) levels during pregnancy are said to have gestational diabetes. These women should be tested for diabetes 6 to 12 weeks after their baby is born. In many cases their blood glucose levels show that they are no longer considered to have diabetes. But what many people don’t realize is that new moms who had gestational diabetes will continue to have a greater risk for getting diabetes during their entire lifetime. So even if … Read more →