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- Speed Up Your Weight Loss By Vegging Out - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczEating lots of vegetables every day will help you lose weight quicker. Veggies are low in calories, high in volume and packed with critically important nutrients. They fill you up without loading you down with fat and calories. And when your stomach is filled up with high volume, low calorie ...
Views: 884 - Stress blocks weight loss. Get these stress-busting tips… - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2017 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczHow many times during the day do you hear that little voice in your head saying something like this? I need to hurry up or I’m going to be late! Dang. I’M LATE AGAIN. My desk (room, car, kitchen…) is such a mess. I’ve got to get it cleaned up! Another day gone by and I didn’t do a ...
Views: 766 - Stress-Free Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczLife is stressful. No matter what you do, there will always be deadlines, inconveniences, time crunches, and negative interactions with others. This is especially true during the holiday season. This is the time of year when stress can be overwhelming. And it can easily lead to overeating and ...
Views: 965 - The Skinny on Herbs - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczSummer is the ideal time for losing weight. This warm weather season is perfect for outdoor activities like swimming, gardening, and playing Frisbee in the park. And it's easier to walk and bike instead of driving everywhere. This extra summer activity burns up calories quickly. And with all the ...
Views: 888 - The Standard American Diet Is SAD - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczWithout giving it a second thought, many Americans eat a diet that is both nutrient-poor and calorie-dense. We choose foods simply because they are "convenient" without giving much thought to the fact that they are full of nutritionally bankrupt ingredients such as sugar, starch, damaged fats, ...
Views: 1466 - Tips for choosing the best snack bar - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2016 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczHave you noticed the endless choices of snack bars, energy bars, cereal bars, breakfast bars, protein bars, and granola bars at the grocery store? Do you find it as overwhelming as I do? I hear this from my clients all the time. They spend way too much time scouring the shelves for a healthy ...
Views: 675 - Tips to Stress Eating (+ Stress Busting Foods!) - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczStress is one of the most common causes of overeating and weight gain. Can you relate? Your day gets busy, life feels overwhelming, and you find yourself (without much thought) inhaling a sugary fatty “treat” because you think it’s going to make you feel better – and it does for about a ...
Views: 770 - Weight Loss - Mediterranean Style - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczFor thousands of years, people living along the Mediterranean coast have enjoyed a lifestyle that includes leisurely dining, plenty of exercise, and a diet rich in plant foods and healthy fats. This way of eating and living has been linked to numerous health benefits including a decreased ...
Views: 1040 - Weight Loss Resolution Re-Do - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczHave you gone off track already with your New Year's resolution? Well, it's not too late to do something about it. If you're like many Americans, you started out the year with a resolution to shed those extra pounds. And this is understandable since over 66% of adult Americans are considered ...
Views: 813 - What Sugar and Fat Have in Common - And Why You Should Care - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczHoliday indulgences can result in more than gaining a few extra pounds. Fatty sweet cookies, pies, and candy as well as excess calories and alcohol can lead to a spike in your triglycerides. Why should this concern you? It may be putting you at risk for heart disease. Read on and learn how to ...
Views: 679 - What's So Fattening About Fat Anyway? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczAmericans are clearly obsessed with low-fat and fat-free foods. A walk down the aisle of any grocery store will confirm this obsession. There have never been so many options. You can't get away from all the supposedly guilt-free foods: fat-free ice cream, hot dogs, salad dressing, cream ...
Views: 844 - When It Comes to Losing Weight, Do Calories Really Matter? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczWhen it comes to losing weight, most people know that calories matter. What's not so obvious though is that the nutritional quality of food can influence weight loss success just as much as calories - and in some cases - even more. Let me explain. High-protein, high-fiber foods and healthy ...
Views: 750 - When It Comes to Weight Loss, Giving Up Is Not an Option - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczWorking your way towards a healthier weight is not a simple task. Most people who are trying to lose weight need to break years - maybe decades - of unhealthy habits. As you may well know, this is not an easy undertaking. It requires an unwavering commitment to your diet and exercise plan even ...
Views: 992 - You Ate What?! - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczIt's not always convenient to keep a food and exercise journal, but the benefits of doing so are invaluable. Being aware (every day) of what you eat and drink, as well as your physical activity, can make a big difference when it comes to losing weight, keeping it off, and maintaining a healthy ...
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