Regina
05-28-2008, 07:49 AM
Hi everyone I saw this article on AOL this morning and thought it was worth sharing with you. I already tried it out and it works great. Its not just a calorie counter it tells you calories, fat, carbs, and protein all the things that we need to know. Hope you all will find it helpful.
Ten Ways Technology Can Help You Lose Weight (and Keep It Off)
by Dan Reilly, posted May 28th 2008 at 12:15AM
In a recent study covered in the Los Angeles Times, researchers concluded that people who lose weight are more likely to keep it off if they have personal support rather than finding it on the Internet. While we're not going to disagree with a bunch of doctors, we thought we'd stick up for technology and provide you some Web sites and gadgets that are excellent for shedding some pounds -- permanently. Beach season is here, whether you're ready or not, so check out our list to see if technology can help you.
Send a text message with your cell phone, then get instant calorie, carb, and nutritional information...
Eating at a restaurant generally means you're ordering something without knowing the actual nutritional value. Now, thanks to the people at Diet.com, you can simply send a text to Diet1 (34381) with the restaurant name and the menu item and you'll get back information on the item's calories, fat, carbs, and protein for free (except your carrier's texting fee). You can get info on thousands of food and drink items from over 1700 restaurants, which are mainly chains. If you'd rather save on the texting charges, go to healthydiningfinder.com before you dine out.
Ten Ways Technology Can Help You Lose Weight (and Keep It Off)
by Dan Reilly, posted May 28th 2008 at 12:15AM
In a recent study covered in the Los Angeles Times, researchers concluded that people who lose weight are more likely to keep it off if they have personal support rather than finding it on the Internet. While we're not going to disagree with a bunch of doctors, we thought we'd stick up for technology and provide you some Web sites and gadgets that are excellent for shedding some pounds -- permanently. Beach season is here, whether you're ready or not, so check out our list to see if technology can help you.
Send a text message with your cell phone, then get instant calorie, carb, and nutritional information...
Eating at a restaurant generally means you're ordering something without knowing the actual nutritional value. Now, thanks to the people at Diet.com, you can simply send a text to Diet1 (34381) with the restaurant name and the menu item and you'll get back information on the item's calories, fat, carbs, and protein for free (except your carrier's texting fee). You can get info on thousands of food and drink items from over 1700 restaurants, which are mainly chains. If you'd rather save on the texting charges, go to healthydiningfinder.com before you dine out.