Not all fruits are created equal. Though fruits provide many necessary vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water, several are high in fructose (a type of sugar) and can increase calorie intake. There’s no need to eliminate fruit from your diet; you just have to be more selective. In this blog, we’ll tell you about some of …
So, you’re ready to succeed in your weight loss journey! You’ve selected the ideal program for your lifestyle. You have your smart workout regimen prepared, your diet plan in place, and a support group to accompany you in the process. You’re all set and armed with a positive mindset. Now, you may wonder whether you will appear …
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve already come across a lot of unfounded “weight loss tips” online. It can feel overwhelming; there’s a lot of information out there, and the weight-loss industry is brimming with misconceptions. Based on a lot of unsubstantiated information, people are making drastic changes to their diet and …
When you embark on your weight loss journey, the first step to success is understanding your own habits in order to make adjustments. A calorie tracker, as a form of food journaling, is a popular weight loss tool that might make the difference between long term success or recurring weight fluctuations. What is a calorie …
For many overweight and obese people, bariatric surgery is a springboard to better health. However, simply undergoing the surgery isn’t enough and would, quite frankly, be wasted without a lifestyle change following a post bariatric surgery diet. Overview of a post-bariatric surgery diet plan: A post-bariatric surgery diet plan is a gradual progression from a …
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The Keto or Ketogenic diet has become all the hype in the last few years, but does it work, and should you try it? In the following article, we’ll cover some keto basics as well as a keto diet plan that you can test out yourself. Ketogenic diet basics The ketogenic diet is a low-carb, …
As you explore the world of calorie counting as part of your weight loss journey, you may come across a new term: maintenance calories. What are maintenance calories? Simply put, maintenance calories are the number of calories your body needs to carry out everyday functions. These essentially include bodily functions, like digestion, plus activities you …
Self care has been a buzzword for a few years now; search for the #selfcare tag, and you’ll see what I mean! If you haven’t heard of it, here’s a quick and easy definition: “any activity we intentionally do that benefits our physical, mental, and emotional health”. Sounds good, right? But why is self care …
Why are you trying to lose weight? What is your weight loss motivation? By understanding the reasons behind this not-so-simple endeavor, you’ll be able to devise a strategy that has a higher probability of working and enduring. Determine why you want to lose weight and make a commitment Generally speaking, weight loss motivation begins and …
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Due to rising levels of obesity and life-threatening illnesses related to weight, bariatric surgery has become a standard weight-loss option. However, not everyone meets the specific criteria needed to move forward with the surgery. Here you will find our list about bariatric surgery requirements: How much do you have to weigh to get bariatric surgery? To …
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