Weight Loss Story of the Day: Ayada lost 57 pounds. This Delta Sigma Theta Soror decided that it was time to get healthy and commit to living a long, active life with her daughter.
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The Potential Dangers of Detox or Diet Tea
Let’s face it… People want fast results when they a specific goal in mind. The quest for instant gratification is very real when it comes to weight loss, of course. Some of the most popular phrases searched for on Google when it comes to weight include “fast weight loss”, “lose 10 lbs in a week”, “quickest way […]
How Can Sugar Affect Your Brain?
When it comes to addiction in the United States, one of the most common addictions may surprise you. It’s not alcohol or some illicit drug. In fact, it is something children and adults consume everyday: sugar. Yes, sugar can be biologically addictive, just like any other refined chemical drug. A new study published in the American Journal […]
8 Ways to Fight Sugar Cravings
Sugar addiction is a very real problem that many people experience. If you eat the typical American diet filled with processed foods it is very likely that you have a problem with sugar. You may not realize it but think about what happens when you go without sweet foods, sweet drinks or sweeteners for a […]
The Benefits of Ginger
Ginger is a popular spice used in Indian and Asian cuisine to flavor various dishes. While this spice is often considered savory and is used in many meat-based dishes, ginger is also used in candies, in baked goods and is popular in tea blends. This versatile root has a lovely flavor and a tasty heat […]
Why Does Birth Control Medication Make Some People Gain Weight?
One of the biggest controversies in women’s health is whether birth control causes weight gain or not.Many women complain that they’ve gained 5, 10 and even 20 pounds after getting on birth control medication. However, some studies seem to note that the pill and other types don’t cause weight gain. So, what’s going on here? Weight […]
Nina lost 152 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Nina lost 152 pounds. Due to a brain tumor, she had to lose weight or possibly lose her eyesight. At over 350 pounds, she decided to start making simple, straight forward changes to create a healthier lifestyle. Here is what she shared with us about her journey… In 2013, […]
Stacey lost 100 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Stacey lost 100 pounds. She wanted to avoid any obesity-related illnesses that she’d seen loved ones suffer with and she knew that it was time for a lifestyle change. She overhauled her eating habits and started working out regularly. Her hard work paid off and she told us all about […]
How Do Elimination Diet Plans Help People?
Elimination diets are also known as “free-from” diets and include some very popular types of eating plans, like paleo, gluten-free, sugar-free and dairy-free, just to name a few. Similarly, more people are becoming health-conscious about what they are fueling their bodies with and are deciding to eat organically and largely chemical-free, which spurs a diet […]
Do All Sugars Affect the Body in the Same Ways?
It is safe to say that Americans as a whole are addicted to sugar and eat far too much of it. According to research done in the last few years (supported by the USDA), the average American will consume roughly 75 pounds of sugar per year. Imagine stocking your pantry with fifteen 5 lb bags of sugar […]
