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Wellness and Health
Is Food Addiction Real and Can You Fight It?
We have all heard our friends and family say, “I just can’t stop eating these_____________ (fill in the blank).” We have even heard people say “jokingly” that they are addicted to certain foods, but can food really be addictive, like drugs or alcohol? Many say yes. Consider this example, the Coca plant has been cultivated […]
Counting Calories vs Counting Macros
Let’s discuss two major schools of thought in the diet and fitness world today: one argues that a calorie is a calorie is a calorie, and the other argues that not all calories are created equal. So, who is right? Should you count calories or should you count macros/flexible dieting. The answer is a little bit […]
Clean Eating on the Go: 40 Snack Ideas
Eating right on the go is one of the difficult parts about eating clean. Almost all of the most common, most convenient foods are not going to fit in with the protocol, especially your new focus on simple, whole ingredients and food combinations. Fast food and junk food won’t cut it. For this reason, advance planning is a […]
5 Ways You Can Eat More and Still Lose Weight
No matter what diet plan you’ve tried to follow, almost all of them will include deprivation at some point. Cutting an excessive amount of calories, and even entire food groups out of your diet, is not only incredibly difficult to stick to but it doesn’t always work for long-term weight loss. (Note: Many vegans, low carb […]
6 Great Health and Fitness Gifts to Give or Get
Trying to lose weight and get fit? During this holiday season, don’t be afraid to ask for gifts that will really help you reach your goals. Put those Fitbits, scales, blenders and meal prep boxes on your list. Let your friends and family know what you need. For example, there were times when a gift card […]
November 21 Day Brisk Walking Challenge
This is a very straight forward, yet powerful, challenge that will help you stay active and stay positive as we go into the holiday season. This month’s GOAL: We are committed to 21 days of eating healthier and walking briskly for at least 30 minutes a day. Walking Challenge Details Experts say that it only […]
Can Detoxing Be Bad for You?
When people talk about detoxifying (or “detoxing”) most of the time what they are wanting to do is clear the body of accumulated poisons and food waste by one of many available methods. These methods usually entail severely reducing food intake and cutting out chemicals and additives such as alcohol, caffeine, sugar, and salt. Many plans […]
Are You Sabotaging Your Diet?
Maintaining motivation and making the best food choices is key to reaching weight loss targets and achieving the health and happiness you deserve. However, many dieters end up sabotaging their own progress. Let’s uncover the ways your mind and food choices can damage your chances of success. Learn how to prevent self-sabotage and crucially how to […]
5 Keys to Picking the Best Protein Powder
Are you looking to a protein powder in your diet to help support your body before, during and after your workouts? I understand why. Protein serves as fuel for the body’s muscular structure and it is consumed when you exercise. After you are done, the muscles are in what is referred to as a starvation […]
