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The Cost of Calories
More than ever, Americans are counting calories in attempt to lose weight. There’s always a numeric calorie value associated with everything you do. Whether its putting a sandwich in your mouth or walking on the treadmill for 30 minutes, it seems like those who seek to lose weight are often using calories as a form of measurement. But do you know exactly what you’re counting and why you should be counting? Here’s a quick overview of calories in a nice infographic.
Tips For Easing Into Your Weight Loss Diet
There is so much to think about when you start down the weight loss lifestyle. It can all be so overwhelming at first. How does one handle this bombardment of information and head down the road to weight loss wins. Here are a few tips to help you ease into that new body: Start with […]
Top 5 Weight Loss Myths
Weight loss comes with a lot of do this and don’t do that jibber-jabber. How does one pick out what to use to their advantage and what not to use. Here are five weight loss myths to watch out for if you want to stay on the right road: 1. Being husky is in my […]
The Bitter Truth about Chocolate
One thing that deters us from losing weight is our sweet tooth. Many people are unable to deny the urge for grabbing that snickers bar or going to the freezer and pulling out that tub of ice cream. Here are some facts about one of America’s ‘sweetest’ obsessions: chocolate!
How to Break a Weight Loss Plateau
Hitting a weight loss plateau can be devastating to your dedication. You may go weeks without seeing much change in your weight loss. There are simple ways to break free from this plateau though. Here are just a few tips to get you out of that rut. Change your diet for a week Eating leafy […]
Why We Don’t Lose Weight
Weight loss is not in some miracle pill or new fad diet. Weight loss is work and dedication on all those who take to this particular lifestyle change. Here are some common reason people pack on the pounds: Restaurant portions keep growing and growing This is by far a big hindrance to any weight loss […]
Enjoy A Cold Beer and Lose Some Weight
Weight loss is often all about the things you can’t have. Let’s put a positive look on one of the adult beverages that rules the world. Beer can be very beneficial to any weight loss plan. Here are just three of the reasons to enjoy a cold brew from time to time: 1. Controlling stress […]
How To Keep That Weight Loss Motivation
Weight loss does not need to mean hitting a gym after work every day. Keeping your weight loss motivation is even more important than that salad you had at lunch. Here are a few ways to keep you running towards your end goals: Know why you want to lose the weight Sit down one night […]
Learn How To Eat for Weight Loss Success
Weight loss is about more than just exercise and dieting. You need to learn the best ways to eat if you want to reach your weight loss goals. Every person is different in how they eat and how much they need to eat. You need to learn what works best for your weight loss success. […]
Obesity in America
Many of you know by know that obesity is a growing problem in the United States. It is reported that more than 1/3 of Americans are considered overweight. With the help of fast food joints conveniently placed at every corner of every city, it’s no wonder Americans are consuming more than they need too and eating a lot less healthy than they should be. Here is some more information about obesity in America.
