Featured weight loss success story: Belinda lost 65 pounds. She embraced running, vegetarianism and juicing as part of her weight loss and health plan. Here is what she shared with us: “A few years before my before picture was taken, I visited my doctor for a regular check up and she said ” If you […]
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What is Gastric Sleeve Weight Loss Surgery?
With gastric sleeve weight loss surgery, the stomach is reshaped to create a narrow, tube-like “sleeve,” rather than its original gourd-like shape. This reshaping helps to reduce the size of the stomach and allows you to feel fuller faster. It also changes the amount of food that it is possible for you to eat at […]
5 Reasons You Should Start a Food Journal for Weight Loss
Many experts and nutritionists encourage people to keep a food journal when they are trying to lose weight. There are so many tools out there like FitBit, My Fitness Pal and the Lose It app to use as mobile or online food journals. Unfortunately, most people understand this to mean keeping obsessive count of calories […]
Brittany lost 88 pounds
Featured weight loss story of the day: Brittany lost 88 pounds. After a bad breakup and with her cousin as her Zumba partner/inspiration, she learned to eat clean and workout regularly. Here is her weight release story: “My name is Brittany and I began my lifestyle transformation back in 2011. I had recently went through […]
Tanisha lost 24 pounds
Tanisha wrote to us to share that she has lost 24 pounds. It just goes to show that you don’t have to have tremendous weight loss to be excited about getting healthier and having greater wellness. “Hi, my name is Tanisha and I am emailing you because I was asked to share my weight losa […]
Joellé lost 79 pounds
Today’s weight loss success story: Joellé lost 79 pounds in about 8 months by leaving fast food alone, working out for 2 hours per session, and changing her way of thinking about things like food. She was motivated by the loss of a dear friend. Here is her story: “Hello, My name is Joellé and I’ve recently […]
Showna lost 134 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Showna lost 134 pounds. This proud mom became a workout fanatic and is now studying to be personal trainer. Here is her story and her before and after photos: “Hi BWLW. I would like to say I love your page. I’m also a BWLW and I love it!! Just […]
Baria lost 55 pounds
55 pounds gone! Baria wrote in to tell us how the Fitness Center founded by another sister we featured (Lakeishea) has helped her lose weight. I love it when one person’s personal victory and ministry helps others to find greater health and wellness. Sisters helping Sisters! “I am Baria Jordan and I’m 27 years old. […]
Shae lost 108 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Shae lost 108 pounds. After battling a number of health issues and weight gain related to the birth control she was taking, this proud mom was able to find a way of eating and working out that worked for her. Here is what she shared about her weight loss […]
Recipes – Free Vegetarian Meal Plan for Week 4
Here are the Recipes for Week 4 of our Vegetarian Meal Plan and Shopping List. If you missed weeks 1 and 2, here are the links: Week 1 -Vegetarian Meal Plan Week 2 – Vegetarian Meal Plan Week 3 – Vegetarian Meal Plan Week 4 – Vegetarian Meal Plan Frequently used recipes: Side Salad 2 cups […]
