Weight Loss Tax Deduction
According to KPHO Phoenix News, the IRS now considers obesity a disease, so there is a weight loss tax deduction. If you had to lose weight according to a recommendation from your doctor, you might be able to deduct the costs associated with losing weight on this year’s tax return. The deductible costs are doctor’s visits, weight loss program costs, membership fees, therapy - everything but food.
Not only those who are extremely obese qualify. If your doctor recommended dropping pounds to reduce high blood pressure or for other health reasons, you might be eligible too.
You would need all the receipts and doctor’s documentation in order to take the deduction.
Not everyone can deduct medical expenses from their taxes - it all depends on your particular type of tax return. You’ll need to check with your accountant. But don’t forget to mention the weight loss deduction to your accountant so he or she can check if you are eligible.
Best regards,
Melanie Mendelson
Lose Weight Fast
March 30, 2006
City People Are Thinner Than Suburban People
Having lived in both big city and suburbs, I always noticed when I go to the mall that people in the suburbs seem fatter. It was just my observation, but now I found that there is a study that backs it up.
According to a nationwide survey of over 200,000 people in 2003, people who live in the suburbs on average weigh more (6.3 additional lbs) and have higher blood pressure than those who live in the city.
People in big cities tend to walk more than those in the suburbs.
In the suburbs, the only way to get to places is by car, because everything is so spread out. There are almost no pedestrians, and there aren’t even that many sidewalks 
You take a couple of steps to your car, drive where you need to, then park as close as possible to your destination and take a couple of steps to get out of the car… talk about inactive!
However, in the city you see tons of walking people. Many people in big cities don’t even own a car because of the traffic jams and lack of street parking.
So if you live somewhere where there is nowhere to go by foot, make sure you find other ways to get moving.
Here’s to your success,
Melanie Mendelson
Author of Foolproof 30 Day Diet
March 29, 2006
Weight Loss Success Story From Cyndi
“Dear Melanie:
WOW!! I have been on your weight loss program now for just over two weeks and the pounds are melting away.
I know that I am not supposed to be stepping on the scale every day….but its just so exciting to see how much is dropping! So far 8 ½ pounds in 18 days.
I have been trying to lose weight for a very long time….but between menopause etc……..nothing was happening until now.
Thank you. Thank you. I feel good….. much more energy and most of all people are noticing. Yeah!! Thank you once again.”
Cyndi in Florida
To achieve her weight loss success, Cyndi used to Foolproof 30 Day Diet.
To Your Success,
Melanie Mendelson
March 22, 2006
Weight Loss Success Story From Caroline And Her Husband
“I would like to inform you that my husband lost 30 lbs and I lost 13 lbs on this diet!
The diet was too easy and the food was pretty good!
Will recommend it to many of our friends!”Caroline, Grand Rapids, MI
To achieve their weight loss success, Caroline and her husband used to Foolproof 30 Day Diet.
To Your Success,
Melanie Mendelson
March 15, 2006
Weight Loss Success Story From Tina
“Hi Melanie,
I just wanted to tell you how well this diet plan worked for me.
It was the easiest plan to follow. I am so excited to tell you I lost 8 pounds and I plan on starting back on day one to loose more.
I liked the fact when I made one meal, it was good for another day.
I am a busy mom with two active boys and I do not have time to make big healthy meals.
I found it very easy to cook and eat my meals first and still had enough time to cook for my family. They sometimes ate what I ate and they all loved it. I would recommend this plan to anyone.”
Tina Shaffer
To achieve her weight loss success, Tina used to Foolproof 30 Day Diet.
To Your Success,
Melanie Mendelson
March 8, 2006
Weight Loss Success Story From Patty And Mike
“The fool proof diet plan was great. My husband and I tried it.
He wanted to lose at least 15 pounds, and lost 20 pounds. He looks great!
My goal was to lose at least 10 pounds, and I really did!
Now, I’m looking forward to losing another 10 pounds. Every week was exciting, knowing we were losing not only pounds but inches also.
The meals were simple to make and very good. We are looking forward to keeping it off and maybe even losing more to reach our final goals, and then maintaining it, forever!
Thanks for the plan!”
Patty and Mike Olson
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To Your Success,
Melanie Mendelson
March 5, 2006
Loose Skin Is A Problem After Massive Weight Loss
People who lose over 100 lbs of fat are often stuck with lots of loose skin. If the skin doesn’t naturally shrink with time to the new body size, unfortunately the plastic surgery is the only way to make it fit.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, in just 1 year (from 2003 to 2004) lower body lifts increased by 9%, upper arm lifts increased by 57 % and thigh lifts increased 61% .
Best regards,
Melanie Mendelson
Author of Foolproof 30 Day Diet
March 4, 2006
Peer Support And Weight Loss Maintenance In Teenagers
According to a study by Bradley Hasbro Children’s Research Center (BHCRC) and The Miriam Hospital, published in the January 2005 issue of the International Journal of Obesity, peer support results in twice the rate of weight maintenance in teenagers.
Teenagers in the study were divided into 2 groups: one group on regular weight loss program with aerobic exercise, and the other group on “Adventure Therapy” program that involved group exercise activities and team-building games. “Adventure Therapy” program involved cooperative games, trust-building exercises, and problem solving challenges.
While initial weight loss was similar in both groups, there was a huge difference in 6 months. In the 6 month followup, twice as many teenagers in the “Adventure Therapy” program maintaned their weight loss.
We all know that weight loss support is very important, and this study proves that peer interaction and support are a very significant factor in weight maintenance.
To Your Success,
Melanie Mendelson
Foolproof 30 Day Diet
March 3, 2006
Make A Grocery Shopping List
Before going grocery shopping, always make a shopping list. Just write down everything that you need to buy and take that list to the store. Put down only the things that you really need - no useless junk foods!
When you arrive at the store, stick to your list. Only get the things that are on your list.
This way you’ll avoid the impulse buys, junk foods and things that you just don’t need. You’ll save your money and your waistline
If you find it difficult to plan your meals and create shopping lists in advance, the Foolproof 30 Day Diet will be perfect for you - it gives you 30 days of meal plans and the complete shopping list for each week!
I get tons of customer e-mails that tells me that not only they lost a lot of weight, but also save a lot of money on their grocery bill! Your grocery savings will more than cover the cost of the diet - it’s like getting the diet free
Click here for Foolproof 30 Day Diet
Best regards,
Melanie Mendelson
March 2, 2006
Are You “Skinny-Fat”?
Many people are not technically overweight, but have have lots of flabby areas, for example stomach, thighs, arms, etc. That’s called “skinny-fat” Basically, those people are just out of shape. If you are skinny-fat, you know exactly what I mean.
The solution? 2 things:
1) Exercise to tone those flabby areas
2) Lose a little bit more weight to get rid of the fat that covers them
The best exercises for toning the muscles are weights. To learn how to use them, check out Weight Lifting For Absolute Beginners.
To lose the extra fat really fast, check out the Foolproof 30 Day Diet.
To Your Success,
Melanie Mendelson
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