Of course trying to lose weight can be stressful, especially if you place unrealistic demands on yourself. Stop beating yourself up and learn how to manage the stress that inevitably comes from following a diet and fitness program. Constant stress can even be a culprit in derailing your diet efforts…
When participating in any activity, it’s always important to be properly equipped so that you can have the safest workout possible. That means being prepared before you even get started. Take jogging or biking for example. If you’re one of those people who participate in outdoor activities, you should have…
Common sense says that if you want to lose weight, you should lower your calorie intake. But how low can you go? It’s important to find a happy medium that will be good for your body. Many people believe that dropping down to 800 calories or less will help shed…
When it comes to managing your weight, the two most important letters you need to know are G and I. They stand for glycemic index – and they’ve become the buzzwords of the diet movement in recent years. The Glycemic Index chart ranks carbohydrates based on their effect on blood…
There are plenty of things to be thankful for this year — like celebrating the holiday in a healthy style. If you’re one of those folks who overdoes it every Thanksgiving, this is the year to start anew by adopting some diet-smart traditions. By following these helpful hints, you can…
Beginning the year with a clean, organized and well-stocked pantry will go a long way in helping you meet your diet goals. Start by tossing anything that’s past its expiration date. If there’s unopened, nonperishable food that you know no one in your household will eat, then donate it to…
May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, which also happens to be peak season for those individuals suffering from these ailments. An estimated 17 million people in the United States are afflicted with asthma. The purpose of the month is to raise awareness courtesy of the Asthma and Allergy…
Some of the latest delivery offerings would inspire fear in even the staunchest pizza fans. Everyone knows that gooey, meaty, cheesy pizza is bad for your health and your diet, with astronomical fat and calorie counts. But keep an eye out for some new heavy hitters that’ll make a deep…
There’s an old saying that beans are good for your heart…but that’s just the beginning. Research shows that beans are chock full of goodness. In addition to reducing the risk of heart disease, beans also beat certain types of cancer. This high-protein, low-fat staple is loaded with nutrients including calcium,…
Get ready to take the long way home. When you’re walking somewhere, it’s only natural to want to take shortcuts. However, it’s those added steps that will total up to more calories burned. Instead of hurrying to your destination, take some time to get extra physical activity. If a straight…