Coconut water has been available throughout the US for about 10 years and has seen rising popularity for the past few years. Coconut water can now be found in almost any grocery store, and is often sold with health tonic-style claims or as a beverage for athletes. As with most new “fad” drinks in the spotlight, […]
Quovella lost 71 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Quovella lost 71 pounds. Motivated by loss of her dear sister and learning that she was borderline diabetic, she decided that it was time for a change. Here is what she shared with us about her weight release journey… What was your motivation? Several situations motivated me: 1. The […]
The Basics: What are Uterine Fibroids?
Fibroids, specifically uterine fibroids, are a common health issue among women during their childbearing years. Exact statistics of women affected by fibroids is difficult to determine since they generally have no symptoms. The OWH claims that anywhere from 20% to 80% of women will develop uterine fibroids by the time they are 50. On the […]
Tiffanie lost 68 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Tiffanie lost 68 pounds. She made the decision to change, found a supportive group, changed her eating habits and worked out regularly. Her results are awesome. Here is what she shared with us about her weight loss transformation… My name is Tiffanie and I would like to share my weight […]
Kenya lost 95 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Kenya lost 95 pounds. This single mom is raising 7 children. She embraced plant-based eating and regular exercise. Here is what she shared with us about her weight release journey… In 2013, I was 325 pounds. Now in 2015, I’m down to 230 pounds (height: 5’9″ tall) with hard work and […]
April Twitter Chat: Plant-based Eating with Special Guest Tracye McQuirter, MPH, Best-Selling Author of By Any Greens Necessary
On Thursday, April 16th at 8 pm (EST) BWLW will host a twitter chat on plant-based eating with best-selling author, nutritionist and long-time vegan Tracye McQuirter, MPH. Join us! #BWLW We will chat about the benefits of eating a plant-based diet, how to get started with this lifestyle and tips on making eating more plant […]
Natalie lost 50 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Natalie lost 50 pounds. Her wakeup call was being diagnosed with diabetes. She shared her before and after photos and some info on how she changed her lifestyle… My name is Natalie Burns. In 2013, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and I decided that it was time […]
Rachel lost 55 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Rachel lost 55 pounds in 6 months. Weary of quick fix, fad diets, she took the time to research and educate herself on how to change her lifestyle and lose weight in a healthy way. Here is what she shared about her weight loss journey… My name is Rachel, […]
Glenda lost 75 pounds
May 2016 – Glenda is still on a mission. “Still going strong! I’m down to 197 pounds from 323 pounds! I’m determined to make it to my goal! I am still meatless and I workout 5 days a week for one hour, rain or shine.” Nov 2015 – Glenda wrote in to let us know that […]
Sharonda lost 108 pounds
Update 2016 – Sharonda wrote in to share that she’s lost 37 pounds more, for a total of 145 pounds gone in 2 years. Faith, commitment and consistency have been major factors in her success. Read her update and what she shared with us back in 2015. Update: On this day 2 years ago, on a Monday morning before […]