Just about everyone has heard of the Atkins Diet and depending on whether it is currently in fashion, or passing back out of fashion, you may hear it is the best diet ever – or dangerous. There is a lot to consider when thinking about taking on this diet plan. There are many pros to […]
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Top 5 Things to Look for in a Weight Loss Program
“How do I find the right Weight Loss Program or Diet Book?” That is the number one question I hear from women, so I want to dive into that subject and give you some guidance. I know that it can be very confusing when you have the option of so many books, online programs and […]
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 […]
Girlz Moving Weight: 3 Friends Lose 200+ Pounds
Natosha wrote in to share how she and two friends have lost 200+ pounds combined and wrote a book to inspire women to lose weight. Check out their story. “Girlz Moving Weight is comprised of three African American women, each over the age of 40 years of age. We were motivated by aching joints, impending […]
Pros and Cons of The Fast Diet
One of the newest diet trends is the Fast Diet, as described by Dr. Michael Mosley and Mimi Spencer in their book, The Fast Diet: Lose weight, stay healthy and live longer with the secret of intermittent fasting (Atria Books, February 2013); is gaining a lot of notice for its promises, criticisms and anecdotal evidence […]
The Basics: What is Paleo?
Paleo is an eating plan where you eat the foods that your body was made to eat through years of evolution. The concept is that you will be eating foods that your “ancestors” secured by hunting and gathering. You can eat foods such as fish, lean meat, nuts, seeds, mushrooms, spices, herbs, vegetables and fruits. On […]
Robin lost 30 pounds
Let’s show some Black Women Losing Weight Love to Robin of Primal Healthy Steps who lost 30 pounds with the help of 3 great books and exercise. Here is what she shared with us: In April 2011, I decided to take my health and the health of my family more seriously. After dealing with my own […]
Cledra lost 75 pounds and transformed her life
Ladies, I want to bring you the weight loss journey of a very inspiring sista named Cledra. She overcame real tragedy and transformed her life. Now she is working to inspire others. “The work you do to support our community is PHENOMENAL! I recently completed a Half Marathon and if my story can serve […]
