2018/08/07
8 Healthy Weight Habits to Adopt Right Now If you wish to maintain a healthy weight, there are certain habits that you should embrace, so we’ve compiled a quick list of eight healthy weight habits that anyone can adopt right now. 1. Eat more slowly so that your body will have more time to register the fact that food is hitting your stomach and that you are filling up. Plus, when you eat more slowly, you can really savor the flavors in your meal. In the end, you might find that you’re eating less, so it will make portion control even easier. 2. Eat more plants because they are packed with nutrients like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber that are […]
2018/07/31
How Stimulants Suppress Appetite You might think that stimulants are only designed to give you energy. While it’s certainly true that the right stimulant could give you a more energized feeling and more focus, it could go a step further, especially if you’re hoping to lose excess weight more quickly. Basically, stimulants suppress appetite while also energizing you. Sounds great, right? But, how exactly do they work? It Starts with Dopamine According to Livestrong, ingredients like amphetamine and dextroamphetamine are found in stimulant products that are designed to help you stay alert and energized for extended periods of time. Put simply, they work because they’re able to boost the level of dopamine that’s released in your brain. What’s dopamine, you […]
2018/07/26
Sugar Addiction Treatment Options to Go Over with Your Doctor Are you addicted to sugary sweets and tasty treats? Then it’s time to talk about sugar addiction with your doctor. Believe it or not, there are sugar addiction treatment options that you can discuss and finding the right treatment could be just what you need to get back in control. Detox from Sugar at Home If you’re ready to go after your sugar addiction on your own, or you just want to try to get things under control by yourself before asking for outside help, you can certainly attempt to reduce your sugar intake and wean yourself off sugar by eating less of it every day. The less sugar you […]
2018/07/21
Top 5 Reasons Never to Crash Diet Crash diets might seem like a good idea to get your body to slim down quickly, but there are several good reasons why you should actually avoid these diets. Continue reading to learn about five reasons never to crash diet. 1. You’ll End Up Holding onto Fat One of the biggest reasons never to crash diet is because it basically has the opposite effect of what you want to achieve: it encourages your body to keep the fat that has already been stored. That’s because your body interprets the crash diet as starvation, so it starts to hold onto whatever resources it can in order to survive. Furthermore, if you do notice the […]
2018/07/13
Is the Impossible Burger Really Better for Weight Loss? Have you heard about the Impossible Burger? It’s been making waves as a delicious plant-based burger that looks and tastes like meat. Both vegans and omnivores have been chowing down on the Impossible Burger because it can be a great addition to your diet if you are trying to reduce or eliminate your intake of animal products. One question that arises often, however, is whether or not the Impossible Burger can help you lose weight more easily. After all, plant-based diets have been associated with easier weight loss, and this is a plant-based burger that we’re talking about. To get to the answer, continue reading. Calories to Consider According to the […]
2018/07/04
Top Ways to Reward Yourself on Independence Day (Without Diet Setbacks) Independence Day, also known as the 4th of July, is coming up and it will be here before you know it. You’ve worked hard this first half of the year, so you might be looking forward to taking some much-needed time off to relax and have some fun. Before you make your plans, though, check out the tips below for ways to reward yourself without suffering from any diet setbacks. Go Shopping Retail stores of all sizes, including online shops, will be running some fantastic sales during the 4th of July season. If heading out for a day of shopping is one of the ways to reward yourself when […]
2018/06/29
What is the Mermaid Workout and Should You Try it? Have you heard of the mermaid workout? It’s one of the latest fitness trends, and also one of the strangest. Despite how weird it might appear, though, the mermaid workout is one that you should try at least once. Check out the information below to learn all about it. What Is the Mermaid Workout? Fin Fun Mermaid is a brand that sells mermaid tails, and they are the company that is responsible for creating the mermaid workout, which was inspired by a mermaid’s movements. Yes, we’re talking about mermaids like Ariel. Strange, yet effective, this exercise is actually a full-body workout that definitely engages the core. You move through water […]
2018/06/29
These are the Worst Fast Food Trends for Your Weight and Health No one can deny that a quick trip to a fast food restaurant is a good way to get food when you are hungry on the go or just too lazy to cook at home. There are tricks that can help you keep fast food as healthy as possible (even though you really should avoid it as much as possible, in general), but there are also really bad fast food trends that wreak havoc on your health and weight. What are the worst fast food trends that you should always avoid? Check out the short list below for a few. Having Breakfast All Day Some of the most […]
2018/06/27
Why Hydration is the Top Water Retention Cure When you are retaining water, you want to get rid of the excess water as soon as possible so that you can get some relief. While there are a few strategies that you can try in order to reduce water retention, the best water retention cure actually involves drinking more water. It might not make much sense at first, but it’s true. Check out the information below to learn about how it all works. Did You Know? Dehydration Leads to Bloating! Dehydration is actually one of the causes of bloating because your body tries to hold onto as much water as possible to keep all of its systems working properly. As odd […]
2018/06/20
Top 5 Reasons You Feel Hungry All the Time Do you feel hungry all the time and you are beginning to wonder why you can’t keep your appetite under control? Then continue reading to learn about a few of the main reasons why you might feel hungry all the time, and what you can do about it. 1. You Aren’t Getting Enough Rest A lot of people don’t realize that not getting enough sleep, and feeling tired all the time, can actually contribute to feeling hungry all the time. If you aren’t getting enough hours of restful sleep every night, your level of leptin, which is the hormone that helps reduce hunger, can decrease. Ultimately, your body will search for […]