Every year rolls people make resolutions and promises to themselves about what they are going to give up in pursuit of better health. Soda is usually on the top of people’s list because we all know soda doesn’t do your body any good in terms of health. Did you know that most commercial juice and other […]
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Audrey lost 47 pounds
Weight loss story of the Day: Audrey lost 47 pounds. She credits making changes to her eating and drinking habits as a major factor in her weight loss journey. Here is what she shared with us: “Hello, My name is Audrey and it took my about 1 year and 3 months to go from 207 […]
Weight Loss on a Budget Tip #16: Stop Drinking Soda and Sweet Drinks
Ladies, one of the ways that many weight loss plans get us to lose weight is by telling us to avoid a whole food group. Sometimes this advice is counterproductive and you don’t get the nutrients, vitamins, fiber or protein you need because you have cut something out that the body needs. However, with today’s […]
Weight Loss on a Budget Tip #6: Drink Water Instead of Other Drinks
The October Challenge is going strong and Ladies are writing in to report that they are finding a myriad of ways to make weight loss more affordable. Here is my tip for Day 6: Drink Water Instead of Other Drinks. This tip is a no brainer. Think about all the money you could save on […]
Demetris lost over 70 pounds
Let’s show some Black Women Losing Weight love to Demetris. She lost over 70 pounds in 2 1/2 years and she hasn’t had in soda in over 2 years. I would love to be featured on your page. Your page has always been such an inspiration to motivate me to hit the gym even when […]
Are Artificial Sweeteners Really Bad For You?
For many people, the journey to a healthier way of life often includes dropping a few, or quite a few, pounds. Foods marketed as “diet” or “sugar free” seems like a logical starting point. Look at a can of soda, for instance. Drinking a 12oz. can of diet soda instead of a regular one can […]
Michelle lost 75 pounds
Michelle lost 75 pounds by changing her eating habits and exercising. She looks great! She says, “Hi, I live in Indianapolis, In. I have recently loss 75 lbs. my goal is 100 lbs. I actually have changed my eating habits. I have cut out all fried foods, sweets, and pop. I work out at the […]
7 Ways to Get Your Kids to Drink Less Sugar
Ladies, now that you are working to eat healthy, one of the things you are likely avoiding is sugar laden drinks. I’m talking about soda, commercial juice (processed and pasteurized or from concentrate), milk-based sweet drinks and anything with added processed sugar or artificial sugar. If you have kids, you know that drinks marketed to […]
Tamberlyn lost 68 pounds
Today’s weight loss success story: Tamberlyn lost 68 pounds by making simple diet changes and walking. She says: “I lost weight by not eating anything after 8 pm and I cut out a lot of bread and starches. I cut out all sodas and I drink more water. Also, I walk for exercise three times […]
Towanna lost 68 pounds
Success Story Update: Towanna gave us an update on her weight loss and she is still going strong. This 53 year old grandma of 2 went from a size 24 to a size 10 in the past. She’s faced a medical setback but is encouraged about losing more weight and staying healthy. Everyone has ups […]
