Weight Loss
The #1 Thing That Makes Diets Work…
You’ve likely seen the KETO Diet, the Whole30 Diet, the Paleo Diet, the Atkins diet and others battle it out year after year over which is the BEST for you. But science shows the best path toward safe and sustainable weight loss and better health is actually NONE OF THESE! Surprised? I will explain. Eating…
Read MoreCan I Still Lose Weight If I Don’t Want To Give Up My Wine/Alcohol?
It’s no lie that alcohol and weight loss goals generally don’t mix, and if we’re being honest, there really are many reasons to reduce or even give up alcohol from our diets and social habits. On the other hand, having a glass of wine, or whatever your drink of choice may be, is also a…
Read MoreCardio vs. Resistance Training: Do You Really Need to Do Both?
When it comes to exercise, there has long been a debate about which type is best. Is CARDIO the gold standard? Or do the benefits of RESISTANCE TRAINING far outweigh those of cardio? While both forms of exercise provide huge benefits for your health, the choice depends entirely on your goals. So, we’re going to…
Read MoreIs It Better To Sleep In & Skip The Gym For Another Day?
When it comes to managing your health and your weight, it’s no secret that exercise and sleep are huge factors. You know that exercise will help you burn off some extra calories and boost your metabolism. But you also know that sleep is essential for your overall health and well-being. Better to skimp on sleep…
Read MoreDetox Diets and Body Cleanses: Are They Even Safe?
Detox diets…body cleanses…colon cleanses…bowel cleanses… You’ve probably heard all of these terms used in reference to “ridding your system of unhealthy toxins” — but what do these terms actually mean? Do you really need to be on a ‘detox diet’ or ‘cleansing’ your body? Are programs and products marketed as detoxes and cleanses even safe…
Read MoreAre You Being Misled By Food Labels?
If you’re trying to eat healthier, you already know you should be including lots of fruit, vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains. But when you step into a grocery store, things get a bit more complicated. The majority of store shelves are crammed with a tempting assortment of pre-packaged and convenience foods. So, how do…
Read MoreTop 5 Life “Hacks” of The World’s Longest Living People
Think living a long and healthy life well into your nineties or even one hundred years old is only for those lucky few who hit the genetic lottery? Think again. Lifestyle factors, i.e. the things you do everyday over the long-term – can add up to increase the number of quality years in your lifespan.…
Read MoreWhat Do The Numbers On The Bathroom Scale Really Mean?
We all know the frustration of working hard to maintain a healthy body weight, only to step on the bathroom scale and see the numbers going in the wrong direction – or not quickly enough in the right direction! Here are 6 truths about those annoyingly normal daily weight fluctuations: 1| Scale weight is not…
Read MoreFitness Fuel: What to Eat Before, During & After Your Workout
You’ve just finished your workout and you know you need to eat something. But what? Workout nutrition may seem rather complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s the latest on how to fuel your body before, during and after your workout so you can improve your performance, maximize recovery – and feel better! Fuel…
Read MoreWhat to Eat for Healthy Skin
There are so many things that can go wrong with the skin: dryness, redness, blemishes, etc. Healthy skin is a reflection of internal health. There are many creams and cosmetics to put on top of your skin. But, there are also lots of things you can do to nurture and nourish your skin to better…
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