Here is today’s tip for our October Challenge! One of the most important factors when it comes to keeping on track with a budget is that you truly KNOW how much money you have to work with for each aspect of life that you need money for. You can’t spend your gym membership money on […]
The Health Benefits of Bee Pollen
I love bee pollen. I use it in my green smoothies all the time. Bee pollen has one of the most complex nutritional profiles around, making it one of the strongest of the so-called “Superfoods.” Bee pollen has a unique combination of high powered vitamins, minerals and proteins that make it an excellent supplement to […]
Obesity and Health Insurance: Is it a pre-existing condition?
Earlier this year in June, the American Medical Association voted to classify obesity as a disease. That’s right, not just a marker for disease, but a disease it’s self. Obviously this could affect how obesity is figured into the care Americans receive and also health insurance costs. I thought that as we usher in the […]
Tiffany lost 115 pounds
Today’s weight loss journey: Tiffany lost 115 pounds. At 24 years old, she knew that being 293 pounds was not a healthy weight for her. She embraced exercise, gave up the negative foods and created an eating plan that worked for her. Here is what she wrote to us about losing the weight: “Hi, I’m […]
Weight Loss on a Budget Tip #2: High Intensity Exercise Routines on Youtube
I am a firm believer that 70% or more of the weight loss equation is about what you eat, but moving your body to burn calories is part of the plan too. These days, you don’t have pay for a gym membership to figure calorie burn into your weight loss plan. There are lots of […]
Liz lost 70 pounds
Let’s show some love to Liz. She lost 70 pounds and fought off having to take insulin for her diabetes. She was willing to make life changes to get healthy! Here is what she shared with us: “My name is Liz Hayes. I have lost a total of 70 lbs within a year all on […]
Arletta lost 64 pounds
Featured weight loss success story of the day: Arletta wrote in to us to share her journey to lose 64 pounds. This 5’8″ beauty wanted to love what she saw in the mirror and get healthy. Looks like she DID that!! Here is her story: “Hi my name is Arletta. My mtarting weight was 282 […]
Weight Loss on a Budget Tip #1: Frozen is your Friend
It’s day 1 of our October 2013 Challenge. Each day I will share a tip for weight loss on a budget! My first tip, frozen food is your friend. If you are budget conscious, the frozen isle holds a lot of possibility for you. Here are some reasons why. Foods that are out of season – Frozen […]
Keita lost 100 pounds and is still going
Featured story of the day: Keita lost 100 pounds and is still on a mission to lose more. She changed her eating habits, counted calories, and exercised regularly. Here is what she shared with us: Hi! I want to share my story. In August 2012 I ruptured a disk in my back and needed surgery. […]
Maleka and her husband Eric lost a combined 300 pounds together!
Weight loss success story of the day: Maleka and her husband Eric lost a combined 300 pounds together! After suffering tremendous loss, including Hurricane Katrina and it’s aftermath, this New Orleans couple took their health and wellness into their own hands. Here is what they shared with us about their victory and how they have […]
