It’s spring – and you know what that means – time to shed your winter layers. Soon enough, you’ll be showing off your shorts, tank tops, and, dare I say it – bikinis and swimsuits. But if you’ve packed on 15+ this winter – you are not alone – and you may be a little...
Read more >>Are you feeling an extra inch or two around your middle? This time of year, sweet and savory temptations surround us. And unless you’re superhuman, total resistance to all the delicious holiday delights is almost impossible. No wonder experts say that between Thanksgiving and Jan 1, the average American adult gains about one pound. Now,...
Read more >>You may have heard about intermittent fasting, a growing lifestyle trend that has seen some promising results in terms of health improvements and weight loss. Intermittent fasting was the most popular diet of 2018, according to the International Food Information Council Foundation....
Read more >>94% – That’s the percentage of Americans who snack at least once a day. (1) And at least 50% of people snack 2 or three times a day. (1) Someone once said, “Everyone I know is looking for solace, hope, and a tasty snack.”...
Read more >>Your kidneys and liver partner up to remove toxic waste from your body. Problems with the functioning of these organs can cause a number of physical symptoms and a range of serious physical and mental health problems....
Read more >>Carbohydrates are an essential macronutrient that, along with fat and protein, keep our bodies functioning optimally. Once digested, carbohydrates are turned into glucose, or blood sugar, which the body uses for energy. But the energy...
Read more >>Fad diets may work in the short-term, but only if you work really hard at it. In the end, it’s usually impossible to stay on a prescribed diet forever, and the minute you go off and go back to your former eating habits, the weight comes right back on in spades. The best way to...
Read more >>Did you know that the average person will put on anywhere from 2-3 pounds of fat every holiday season? (1) Now, you might just assume this is due to holiday treats that bust your diet, or to being stuck indoors… And sure, that’s definitely a part of it. But there’s actually a more scientific reason...
Read more >>The scent of BBQ instantly makes me think of the summer season…and mouthwatering foods like hot dogs and burgers. But, even if you consider yourself “fit”, those tasty summer meals could be putting you at risk for poor health down the line. You see, a shocking new study out of Chicago showed just how bad...
Read more >>It’s not so easy to lose weight at 50 as it was at 30 but dropping even just 10 percent of your body weight can dramatically improve your overall health and help you live longer. Unfortunately, there are no miracle magic cures for weight loss, but the good news is that certain supplements can help....
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