Sometimes, it's the little things that count. This is especially true when undertaking small, easy to make lifestyle changes that can have a huge impact on losing weight. Small steps are also much easier to work up to than trying to take a series of giant changes at once. Sticking to small changes are much easier, and also serve more gratification when you are able to ... Continue Reading
Sleep Well: The Secret of a Good Night’s Sleep
Getting more protein in your diet—especially when you're trying to lose weight—can help you sleep better. This post from Men’s Fitness highlights the finding of a new study that the muscle-building nutrient can also help you get more z's. The key to super-charging your weight lossand slipping into sounder, more restorative sleep at night is protein, protein, and more ... Continue Reading
Fasting for Weight Loss Is All the Rage
Fasting for weight loss, over short periods, is the ‘in’ thing, and doctors say it's actually safe and easy. This article from New York Post tells you to forget calorie counting and reveals the real secret to weight loss. Stop us if you’ve heard this before, but everything you know about weight loss may be wrong. In his new book, “The Obesity Code: Unlocking the Secrets of ... Continue Reading
The Hydrophilic Foods That Stop Food Cravings
Here’s what to eat the next time your food cravings rear their ugly head. This post from Women’s Health lines up foods that are rich in soluble fiber, the kind that keep you feeling full longer. A food is considered hydrophilic if it fills up with water and, in turn, fills you up, satisfying your appetite. The term originated from the Greek words for water (hydro) and ... Continue Reading
3 Myths About Losing Weight and Eating Healthy
Being fit, losing weight and enjoying your body doesn't have to wreak havoc on your happiness. For many of us, the reason we've been struggling so hard to see results is because we've listened to mistaken diet "experts" who've effectively demonized the keys to success. The first key is to enjoy your healthy lifestyle. Life-sustaining habits will bring you peace, not stress you ... Continue Reading