For many, weight loss is a struggle and it isn’t for lack of trying. If you have been doing everything you are supposed to do to lose pounds such as watching what you eat, restricting calories and increasing the amount of exercise you do; and you still can’t lose weight there may be a hidden […]
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Hypothyroidism: How Does it Affect Weight Gain and Loss?
What is hypothyroidism and how does it affect weight gain and weight loss? The thyroid is a gland in the body, located at the base of the neck, which is responsible for producing a hormone that helps to regulate your basal metabolic rate (BMR). Your basal metabolic rate is the rate at which you burn […]
7 Reasons to Give Up Soda, Juice and Sugary Drinks
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 […]
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 […]
Morgan lost 101 pounds
Weight Loss Success Story of the Day: Instagram diva Morgan is a survivor! She lost 101 pounds after gaining weight dealing with Lymphoma at 18 years old. Read her touching story and find out how she worked for her health and wellness victory. “Hello my name is Morgan and I live in Greensboro NC. I have […]
What is PCOS and how does it affect weight gain and weight loss?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) has been directly linked to the weight gain in some women. If you are following all of the right practices to lose weight and haven’t made progress, or are gaining weight even though you are exercising and have reduced your caloric intake, you may want to ask your doctor about being […]
Donesha lost 81 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Donesha lost 81 pounds. She has shared a great amount of detail about her weight loss journey and talks about how family illness impacted her decision to get healthy. Her is what she had to say: My name is Donesha Bolden and I am a 33 year old educator […]
Darlene lost 70 pounds
Today’s weight loss success story: Darlene lost 70 pounds with handwork, the help of workout buddies and great trainers. This proud mom and Air Force wife has shared a tremendous amount of detail on how she lost the weight. Here is what she shared: “Here’s my story… Just like many people, I have dieted and exercised practically […]
Gwen lost 60 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Gwen lost 60 pounds in 7 months. She was inspired to get healthy by her daughter who lost 65 pounds. I love it when families lose weight together! Here is what she shared about her weight loss journey: “Hi I’m Gwen, I just wanted to introduce myself and tell […]
Torri lost 41 pounds
Featured weight loss success story: Torrie lost 41 pounds with Zumba, Weight Watchers, walking and working out with a trainer. She was willing to put in the work to push past a plateau. Here is what she shared with us: “My name is Torrie and I’m 36 years old. My weight struggle started after I […]