Why Your Waist Circumference Matters Way More Than What You Weigh
It can be too easy to think (or worry) about your weight. But you know what? There is something else that may be more important when it comes to real health. That is your waist circumference. Ahh, just a minute! It’s not just about the “pinchable” fat under the skin (you know, that “muffin top”),…
What if you could sculpt your appearance to any shape you desire?
Plastic is a short film that explores the issues that women all too commonly have with body image and self acceptance. Here’s a brief synopsis of the film: Whilst Anna is preparing for a first date with Henry, a man she has secretly loved for years, everything goes wrong until she discovers the impossible –…
Is Everything You Know About Healthy Eating Wrong and Making You Fat and Tired?
Nutrition and diet information is everywhere! And each expert and association tries to lead you in their direction because they know best and their advice is going to help you. Right? Well, maybe… Everyone has heard (and maybe lived through) the intense focus on how much you eat. This has gotten way too much attention…
Men… Losing Your Strength and Struggling to Lose Weight? This Hormone Can Help
Yes, we’re talking testosterone. That muscle-building hormone. But I’m not going to recommend that you take any anabolic steroid hormones or anything like that. I am going to give you two solid tips on how you can boost your testosterone levels naturally with food and supplements. Tip #1: Get enough zinc Zinc is an essential…
Three Ways to Avoid Overeating This Easter (and every day)
It is way too easy to over-indulge at Easter time. And it’s not just the abundance of delicious food but also the people, the decorations, the ambiance, not to mention the chocolate. But it doesn’t always stop there. Sometimes we overeat on regular days. Or at regular meals. Or All. The. Time. Here are three…
What is Metabolism?
This word “metabolism” is thrown around a lot these days. You know that if yours is too slow you might gain weight. But what exactly does this all mean? Well technically “metabolism” is the word to describe all of the biochemical reactions in your body. It’s how you take in nutrients and oxygen and use…
Oprah’s Investment in Weight Watchers Was Smart Because the Program Doesn’t Work
By Traci Mann This article originally appeared in Science of Us. On Oct. 19 (2015), Oprah made news by buying a 10 percent stake in Weight Watchers. Analysts quickly speculated about what the move could mean for Weight Watchers, with the general consensus being that Oprah’s involvement, endorsement, and ability to promote it on her OWN network…
Win a Health Coaching Package
WIN a 3-MONTH 1-1 HUNGRY COACHING PACKAGE To celebrate 2017, we’re giving away a three-month Hungry Coaching Package valued at $1,170 To be in the running tell us what your #1 health goal is and how will your life be different when you achieve your goal. Post your answers as a comment to this post…
10 Healthy Eating Habits to Adopt in 2017
Our eating and lifestyle habits, both good or bad, can have a tremendous impact on our health and well-being. It is up to us to choose whether or not we want to incorporate healthy eating habits into our daily lives. When we view healthy eating habits as a choice and not something that has been…
Are You Ready For A Sugar ‘Fix’?
There’s been a lot of talk about how bad sugar is for your health and that you should to go through to fix your dependence on sugar. But are you ready for it? If you’re consuming quite a bit of sugar each day (and who isn’t?), this isn’t going to be easy. Keep reading to…
