Research: Unsaturated fats may help prevent weight gain
Unsaturated fats, especially polyunsaturated, help reduce age-related weight gain. Dietary fat content and change in the composition of the fats you eat and their effect of weight…
December 2018
Progress report: 10 December 2018
Another 2 weeks, another step back.
After a few months of trying, I am going to try something different. Tomorrow, I will start exercising. It is really not that much different, but it is the part I try to avoid at all costs.
Recipe: Mixed Berry Smoothie
Mixed Berry Smoothie: This is a recipe for a simple mixed berry recipe that is full of phytochemical and protein. It will keep you full…
Myth: To lose weight, you need to avoid snacks
Should you avoid snacks to lose or maintain weight loss? I have read and heard the claim that snack cause weight gain and should be…
Weight Loss Tip: Skip the Guilt
Guilty feelings can sabotage your weight loss program. Eating a meal is associated with pleasure and enjoyment, but can also create guilt and shame. We…
Research: The Southern diet is more than just terrible for your waistline
The Southern diet is linked to a higher risk for hypertension. The fact is that most of us love the Southern diet. I grew…
Weight Loss Tip: Look in the Mirror
Look in the mirror because the person looking back is your competition. Do not get discouraged by the figure that looks back at you,…
Research: Caloric reduction may help weight and lower cardiac risk
Lowering your calorie intake, without exercise, can help you lose weight and lower your risk of cardiac disease. We have all heard the mantra…
Editorial: Soda – the Bain of my existence.
A few days ago, I drank a regular soda for the first time in nearly 47 months and….… Yes, you read that right. I…
Recipe: Spicy Red Pepper Hummus
Spicy Red Pepper Hummus It is Saturday, and this is a great recipe for game day. Yes, I know it is not nacho cheese, but…