Today’s’ featured weight loss story: Kelli lost 109 pounds with the tried and true method of eating right and exercising. She is preparing for her first marathon in October. She shared her story with us. Check it out: I started my weight loss journey two years ago. I took on the challenge because I wanted to lose […]
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Is Sugar Addiction Real? How do You Fight It?
A recent study conducted by Harvard’s David Ludwig found that sugar can, in fact, be quite addicting. Why? You see, foods high in sugar content raise blood sugar dramatically – more than other types of foods. This spike in blood sugar stimulates a portion of the brain that is infamous for additions – even hard-core […]
Nikia lost over 115 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: Nikia lost over 115 pounds and avoided high blood pressure medication by adopting healthy eating habits and working out daily. Here is what she shared with us: Hi, I’m Nikia. As I was doing a before and after picture collage, I decided to share my weight […]
Jimella lost 33 pounds
June 2014 Update: “I was featured last year however I’ve made progress since then. I am down 40 lbs total, which is a 7 pound difference from before. This is after adding running to my routine and incorporating weights a little bit more. I’ve noticed that I’m losing inches, especially through my midsection. After my story was […]
Monique lost 78 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: Monique lost 78 pounds with clean eating and the help of a dedicated personal trainer. Here is what she shared with us: I was focused and dedicated to my journey. I lost 78 pounds and competed in my first bikini bodybuilding competition on 6/29/13…What an experience! My […]
How Is High Blood Pressure Connected to Weight Loss?
More than 60-percent of U.S. adults are considered overweight. Vanity aside, carrying around a few extra pounds can have a huge impact on your health and quality of life. What’s more, among the dozens of diseases impacted by obesity – diabetes, heart disease, cancer, infections, infertility, ulcers and chronic pain – high blood pressure is […]
How Is Your Weight and Heart Disease Connected?
For the past several years, the news media, health publications and the CDC have heavily publicized the topic of weight in this country and the fact that Americans are getting heavier. In fact, more than 60-percent of people are considered overweight or obese. What’s the difference? An adult with a BMI (body mass index) of […]
Beverly lost 84 pounds
Check out this weight loss success story: Beverly lost 84 pounds with the Shred program by Dr. Ian Smith, Zumba classes and is no longer pre-diabetic. Here is what she shared with us: For the past 30 years, I have always been considered obese. Last summer I went to the doctor for my annual checkup […]
Lameka lost 106 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: Lameka lost 106 pounds going from 349 pounds to 243 pounds. She was motivated by finding out she had stroke level high blood pressure. She did it by counting calories, changing her diet, taking a prescription appetite suppressant and working out hard. Here is what she shared with us: Hello! My […]
Tecoye lost 69 pounds
Today’s amazing weight loss before and after story: Tecoye lost 69 pounds. At 4’11” this mom went from 185 to 116 and developed some amazing abs as well. She lost the weight with portion control, changing her diet, and exercise. Her weight loss motivation is very moving. Here is what she shared with us: I […]
