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10 Delicious, Creative Twists to Elevate Your Oatmeal

by Caitlin H,

May 6, 2024

Eating a healthy, balanced breakfast is one of the best things you can do to improve your chances of reaching your weight loss goals.

Experts say people who eat breakfast start their day off right by giving them fuel to get through the morning without succumbing to temptations like office snacks or fast food at lunch.

And one of the best go-to morning meals — we’re talking easy and delicious — is oatmeal.

But how do you keep what could be a pretty bland dish from getting boring?

8 Outdoor Activities to Enjoy the Healing Power of Nature

by Caitlin H,

Apr 30, 2024

Fresh air. Warm sunshine. Green leaves. Birds chirping happily. The sound of dirt crunching beneath your feet. There’s something uniquely restorative about spending time in nature.

Being outdoors has been shown to have a number of benefits for your mental and emotional health, like reducing stress and increasing your quality of sleep. Activities in nature are also a boon for your physical health, typically requiring movement and exercise, which can improve your cardiovascular and muscular health.

Need a suggestion to help motivate you to move outdoors? Whether you’re a fitness expert or are just looking to relax and collect some vitamin D, we have some ideas for you!

This Carbohydrate is a Boon for Reducing Belly Fat

by Caitlin H,

Apr 22, 2024

One of the biggest struggle areas many of us have is undoubtedly around our bellies. Belly fat often seems to be the quickest to burgeon and slowest to go away.

Unfortunately, studies show belly fat increases the risk of things like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. It also can be uncomfortable and make finding clothes that fit challenging.

Thankfully, there is good news for those of us who want to target this problematic area — and the solution may lie in boosting this carbohydrate. 

7 Heart-Pumping YouTube Dance Workouts

by Caitlin H,

Apr 15, 2024

If you’re looking for a fun fitness form that engages your entire body — and your mind! — look no further than dancing.

Dancing is one of the best heart-pumping ways to torch calories while simultaneously improving muscle tone, strength, balance, core strength, and joint health. Plus, your mind stays engaged and sharp as it learns choreography and keeps pace with the steps.

What’s more: This well-rounded, full-body workout is actually fun! Time flies as you whirl around and step to the beats, ensuring you’re not staring at the clock and watching the minutes tick by until the workout ends.

Ready to give it a shot?

Diet Derailed? Bounce Back With These Effective Strategies

by Caitlin H,

Apr 8, 2024

Many of us set out on a weight loss journey with all the passion, commitment, and dedication we need to succeed.

But then a day comes where we inevitably fall off the wagon and relapse into old poor eating habits, forgo our fitness classes, and just, kind of, give up.

What can you do to make it easier to jump back up on the wagon?

Our 8 Favorite Spring Side Dishes

by Caitlin H,

Apr 1, 2024

There’s something special about enjoying brightly colored food that looks just as pretty as the flowers, fruits, and veggies that sprout in spring.

Take advantage of this bountiful season by creating one of our 8 favorite spring side dishes — delicious items like roasted carrots, avocado deviled eggs, pasta salad, and more — all of which you can bring to any upcoming event to leave your guests feeling satisfied and asking for more.

Healthy Meal Delivery Works Best for These Types of People

by Caitlin H,

Mar 25, 2024

The healthy prepared meal delivery market has exploded in recent years. This market consists of companies that send customers fresh or frozen prepared meals that are individually portioned and aim to support a healthy diet. Most providers offer a range of meal plans for unique diets, such as vegetarian, low-carb, calorie-controlled, Mediterranean, and more. Convenience and the time-saving aspect of the meals are likely significant factors pushing the industry’s growth.

So, what types of people can potentially gain the most from freshly prepared, healthy meals delivered right to their door?

How to Enjoy Restaurants and Parties While Losing Weight

by Caitlin H,

Mar 18, 2024

Undertaking a weight loss journey means adjusting your diet and focusing on eating healthy meals. It also may mean incorporating regular fitness routines into your daily schedule. And it always means dedication and a commitment to a better lifestyle.

While there will be challenges along the way, one of the most significant you’ll likely face is navigating familiar social situations that typically involve eating out and diet-derailing food. The people who successfully lose weight learn how to navigate these social situations in a classy way that keeps them on track. And we can all learn something from how they do it.

Reduce Your Sugar Intake with These Tips

by Caitlin H,

Mar 11, 2024

Sugary foods are prevalent in our world. A staggering number of the packaged foods and beverages purchased by U.S. households contained added sugars. In addition, a large percentage of U.S. food supply products contain either caloric or low-calorie sweeteners.

With sugar being so prevalent in regularly purchased products, it may seem impossible to escape consuming high-sugar foods regularly, which can be problematic for your health. Experts say that eating foods with too much sugar can cause a host of issues.

So how can you reduce the amount of sugar you’re eating?

Feeling Down? Remedies to Improve Your Mood

by Caitlin H,

Mar 4, 2024

This is often the time of year when many of us are counting down the days until daylight saving brings us longer days and spring brings warmer weather. Sometimes, the wait also brings with it feeling incredibly down, sad, and perhaps even depressed. And that’s more than understandable.

Thankfully, there are things you can do to improve your mood and combat depression. Here are seven effective mood remedies backed by science.

What Happens to Your Body When You Lose 10 Pounds?

by Caitlin H,

Feb 26, 2024

When it comes to losing weight, there’s a certain exhilaration that hits you when you get on the scale and see that your first 10 pounds are gone.*

For people trying to lose 50 pounds or more, that first 10 pounds is a significant milestone. You’ll probably feel excited, flushed, and — hopefully — proud of your success. It’s confirmation that you can — and will — reach your goals.

And while the mental and emotional benefits are worth paying attention to, the physical benefits of losing 10 pounds are also quite impressive.

We broke down seven things that happen to your body immediately after losing 10 pounds — changes to keep top of mind along with the well-earned exhilaration to keep you motivated and going strong.

Tailoring Your Fitness to Your Age

by Caitlin H,

Feb 19, 2024

You know that exercise is essential, with countless studies showcasing how it can improve everything from heart health to immunity, skin vitality, and more. But if you’re getting on in life, there’s a good chance you’ve noticed any movement becomes a bit more difficult the older you get — whether you’ve ever been an avid exerciser or not.

The reality is that while you should always strive to make exercise an integral part of your life, it’s going to look different at various stages in your life — and that’s more than okay.

We’re here to help you figure out what type of exercise might be appropriate for you to try!

7 Lifestyle Tips to Lower Bad Cholesterol

by Caitlin H,

Feb 12, 2024

Cholesterol plays a vital role in your body, ensuring your body’s blood cells can replicate and you get essential vitamins.

But high cholesterol levels can have the opposite effect, increasing your risk of serious diseases that lead to strokes, heart attacks, and even death.

Wouldn’t you like to have a few easy lifestyle tips you can implement immediately to lower cholesterol levels and possibly add years to your life?

Satisfy Your Valentine’s Sweet Tooth with These Sweet Recipes

by Caitlin H,

Feb 5, 2024

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. If you plan on busting out the cooking skills for a quiet night in with your sweetheart, adding a delicious, light dessert at the end of the meal will show them you’re next-level. Or, perhaps you want your kiddos to take the dessert of the year to their Valentine’s Day class party.

Either way, you can’t go wrong with our list of eight healthier Valentine’s Day dessert recipes to satisfy your sweetheart’s sweet tooth.

Recipe Roundup: 8 Scrumptious Salads for Every Season

by Caitlin H,

Jan 29, 2024

It’s a combination that goes back over a century: salads and healthy eating. Most healthy diets incorporate salads regularly, and most salads are part of a healthy diet.

And in case you’re among the many people who make the mistake of thinking salads get boring, think again. Salads are delicious year-round, as long as you are open to trying a bit of creativity!

Morning Exercise Provides a Host of Benefits

by Caitlin H,

Jan 22, 2024

Exercising at any time of day can go a long way toward boosting your physical and mental health. However, a recent study found that people who worked out in the morning, specifically between 7 and 9 a.m. tended to be thinner than those who exercised later in the day.

Could the time of day you fit in your fitness really make a difference?

Being Fit Earlier in Life Means Reduced Cancer Risk Later

by Caitlin H,

Jan 15, 2024

Life gets complicated as we age. Our time becomes more limited as the responsibilities pile up, we have kids, we focus on building our careers, you name it.

The more complicated it becomes, the more challenging it can be to fit in exercise and focus on taking care of our physical health. You may have prioritized fitness, working out at least four or five days a week in your younger years, only to have it fall by the wayside as you age. You know that science says fitness can prevent cancer and other diseases, but it feels nearly impossible to do it consistently.

If that rings true to you, there may be some good news.

The Science on Mindfulness and Weight Loss

by Caitlin H,

Jan 8, 2024

You’re starting a weight loss journey. You’ve probably researched and read up on how to do it successfully. You’ve thought about the essential things you need to do to meet your goals.

One thing you may not have even considered is the importance of mindfulness. 

This journey is about more than just what you eat and how you exercise. Incorporating mindfulness can play a vital role in ensuring your success lasts for life

10 Weight Loss Affirmations to Keep You Going Strong

by Caitlin H,

Dec 18, 2023

When you start out on a journey to lose weight, it can feel daunting. You have to change your eating and drinking habits, get educated, set a timeline, and measure your success along the way. You may even incorporate fitness into the mix, which brings a whole new level of complication. But no matter how difficult the journey seems, it’s always worth it in the end.

Getting there is challenging, but one very effective way to keep going when the going gets tough is through positive affirmations.

Need a mantra to keep your mind motivated? Don’t worry, we have some ideas for you! 

Tips to Stay on Track While You Travel

by Caitlin H,

Dec 11, 2023

The busy holiday traveling season is right around the corner.

And, if you’re like the millions of Americans who plan on hopping on a plane and heading home for the holidays or on a vacation, it doesn’t mean you have to give up on your weight loss goals.

It’s not impossible to stay committed to your healthy eating and fitness routine event when your bags are packed and you’re ready to go.