weight loss gimmicks

I admit I'm at a loss for the right words to describe this product. Think rubber corset with holes - the "Boneless belt" is a large mesh grid that spits the wearers belly into different compartments.

As the theory goes, the device worn under the clothing (mercifully enough) allows for increased blood flow to those areas. More blood flow = more fat burning. Hmmmm...

The latest in low tech weight loss gadgetry is the "A-Wrist-A-Trac", a set of color-coded, beaded bracelets that represents food groups. We'll take a look at how this works and speculate as to whether the idea will catch on.

This snazzy creation is designed to give food a blue tinge - theoretically rendering food dull and unpalatable. Kind of the opposite phenomenon of "beer goggles"?

The quickest way to lose weight would be to remove an appendage. Other than that, the only options for rapid weight loss tend to be fluid loss. This clip from UK science show "Brainiac" highlights how much our body weight can fluctuate. Those daily fluctuations may have absolutely nothing to do with losing fat.

When I saw mention of the Fitness Challenge board game - my first thoughts were "how do you get fit playing a board game?"

The game is more of a motivational tool than a "sit down and roll-the-dice" game. Game rules are designed to motivate you to exercise at least three days a week, every week, for eight weeks. From walking to mountain climbing, the range of workout choices accommodates any lifestyle.