Haloween: The Nutrition Trap
Ways to avoid overindulgence and what to do with leftover candy. Myth: Halloween is a great time to take a break and eat all you…
October 2017
Progress report: 30 October 2017
A missed opportunity for progress with lots of room for improvement. I have had a little lapse in my weight loss and my move to better…
Recipe: Apple, Cucumber, Ginger, Lemon Smoothie
A hydrating and delicious smoothie with some zing. Ginger is a great antioxidant to fight inflammation. The addition of the apple, cucumber, spinach, and flax helps…
Myth: You Have to Stave Yourself to Lose Weight
Weight loss need not involve starvation. I have heard many people say that the key to the weight loss is starving oneself. The truth…
Weight Loss Tip: Develop a Meal Routine
Plan your meal schedule and stick to the routine. I have heard a lot of diet experts speak that should eat before you exercise and…
Top Ten Habits Can Assist Self-Regulation During Weight Loss
Ten Habits Assist with Self-Regulation We are all looking for easy ways to assist our endeavor toward weight loss success. Many simple habits have been shown…
Weight Loss Tip: Ask for a Doggie Bag
Divide your portion and ask for the doggie bag before you eat. The key to weight loss is portion control and avoiding mindless eating. Restaurants…
Meal timing associated with higher body fat
Timing of food intake near sleep cycle is associated with increased body fat Weight gain and obesity have reached alarming levels. Obesity is a massive…
Motivation Tip: Don’t Be a Perfectionist
The enemy of good is better, and that includes the quest for perfection. Being a perfectionist is the enemy of a successful diet. Being a perfectionist…
Recipe: Mango Orange Smoothie
A tropical smoothie that is both refreshing and filling. I love having a smoothie for breakfast and this is the perfect refreshing morning treat. This…