The struggle to lose weight is often a battle you can’t win alone. It can make a world of difference to have the support and encouragement of those around you. If you have a loved one or close friend that’s trying to lose weight, it may be time to come alongside to cheer him or…
Calorie-restricting diets have been around for centuries. To lose weight it makes sense: the fewer calories you eat, the more weight you’ll lose. But eating too few calories can be dangerous for your health and makes it hard to keep weight off long-term. So what should you think about an eating pattern known as intermittent…
Growl… Once again your stomach is screaming, begging for food. You’re trying to lose weight but feel it’s a losing battle because you’re hungry all the time. Since beginning your diet, your appetite seems bigger than ever. Saying no to food is so hard when your stomach and mind are saying yes. For most, not…
Frosting on a birthday cake, breakfast cereals, a bag of candy, your favorite cookies, a cup of yogurt, soft drinks, popsicles, those crunchy crackers, condiments, and even macaroni and cheese. Food dyes have found their way into almost every processed food you will find on grocery store shelves. For years, food-coloring additives have been accepted…
Wonder why you’re not losing weight when you’re trying so hard? What could you be doing wrong? Sometimes you think you’re doing all you can to lose weight, but there’s something holding you back. Maybe you were told to do the wrong thing, you’re going about it the wrong way, or you’re holding onto a…
Sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? But there are dozens of prescription and over-the-counter weight loss drugs are available today for those who can’t seem to lose weight through diet and exercise or for those who need long-term assistance to lose weight. However, the question remains: Do diet pills really work or are…
Due to popular demand, grocery stores are offering more and more organic options. As you shop for food and make daily decisions about what to feed your family, you’ve probably asked yourself if you should buy organic. From produce, milk, and eggs, to packaged foods and meats, organic foods are obviously more expensive, but are…
Going out to eat for lunch may be the popular thing to do at work. It’s convenient, so heading down the street to your favorite restaurant becomes part of your daily routine. But do you know how much money you could save if you brought your lunch from home? You could easily cut your lunch…
On the quest to lose weight, many people suffer through days of hunger and low energy—but they don’t have to. Feeling full doesn’t depend on how many calories you eat, but on the amount of food you eat. By choosing the right kinds of foods in the right combination, you can still eat a healthy…
Many people turn to cereal as a quick and easy breakfast option. But finding an all-around healthy cereal is no easy task. As you walk down the grocery store isle, countless cereal choices stare you in the face. Which do you choose—a kid-friendly package or the one high in fiber? Each cereal claims its own…