Chew More, Lose More?
Could cutting down on calories be as simple as chewing your food more? It’s something that many of us have heard for years, but how reliable is this advice, really? A recent article in the Associated Press takes a closer…
Can You Diet through Christmas?
Weight loss: a super common New Year’s resolution. It’s not hard to understand why—with a whole year stretched out before you with clear start and finish dates, it just seems like a logical plan to make. It sounds smart at…
Weight Loss May Reduce Risk of Knee Arthritis
Weight loss can bring all kinds of benefits, and according to a recent article in HealthDay News, losing weight can protect you from knee arthritis. Americans are getting arthritis of the knee at younger ages, but a study presented at…
Brace Yourselves; Winter Is Coming.
We’re “entering the most dangerous time of the year,” reports Medical News Today. It’s the holiday season, a time when we gather together for family visits, warm memories, and giving of gifts. Statistically, it’s also the time when Americans tend…
Hang in There! How Perseverance and Faith Can Transform Any Challenge.
Let’s take a break from the weight loss news and talk about real life. The road to a vibrant, healthy life often feels more like an obstacle course than anything else. Change your diet, change your exercise, change your routine—change…
Walking to Lose? We’ve Got Some Tips for You!
Many of us prefer walking as a way to burn off calories, and for a good reason: it’s something we can all do! It’s not as hard on the joints as running, and it’s not as expensive as a gym…
Teens: Lose Weight Now, Avoid Risks Later
Here’s a tip for obese teenagers: if you lose your extra weight now, you could avoid the risks associated with adult obesity in the future. A recent article in MedlinePlus says that although many obese children and teens go on…
Weight Loss Best Behavior III: Change Big
Over the past two months, we’ve examined the effectiveness of behavioral weight loss for both individuals and families. A recent article in the Washington Post details some new studies on how behavioral changes affect weight loss efforts. Just to catch…
Weight Loss: Go a Little Nuts
New research from the University of Barcelona suggests that a small snack of nuts can help in weight loss. Specifically, as little as a daily ounce of walnuts, hazelnuts, and almonds can contribute to the weight loss effort. “An increased…
Fuel Weight Loss with Flavor!
It seems like going on a diet means saying goodbye to flavorful food. We’re supposed to cut down on sugar and sodium, leaving us with what might come across as fewer options when it comes to good food. However, there…