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Causes and Control of High Blood Pressure

Posted: Dec 03 in Behavior, Lifestyle, Obesity by

High blood pressure is often referred to as the “Silent Killer” because it typically has no outward or obvious symptoms and is one of the leading causes of stroke and heart disease among Americans. It is estimated that 1 in 3 adults (approximately 75 million) have high blood pressure. Periodic blood pressure checks are the only way to diagnose the disease. [Read more]

Prepping to Lose Weight

Posted: Nov 26 in Lifestyle, Nutrition by

There are a lot of changes to think about when you are getting started on a new weight loss program, and how you are going to be able to stick to your healthy meal plan even when you are in a crunch for time is one factor that you may not think about right away. In fact, many people don’t really start to consider how to plan for this problem until they are faced with it, but at this point it is almost always too late to salvage that healthy meal. Planning to stick to your weight loss program means taking the time to plan ahead for success. This may mean taking a bit of time away from your weekend to meal prep for the coming week with quick and healthy, appropriately portioned meals that will make sticking to your weight loss goals in the coming week a total breeze. [Read more]

Hitting the Couch for Weight Loss

Posted: Nov 19 in Behavior, Lifestyle, Nutrition by

Weight loss experts have documented and discussed the biochemical challenges involved in losing weight. Calories have been too precious for too long for your body to give them up without a fight. Most approaches to weight loss target the difficulty of fat loss, but when it comes to controlling consumption, the solutions seem to revolve around willpower. You may be advised to buy smaller plates, restrict yourself from eating during certain times, or engage in activities to distract yourself from thoughts about food. What receives much less attention from weight loss experts is the role that your emotions play in your eating habits. The benefits of therapy when trying to lose weight are a little-explored aspect of the quest for one’s ideal weight. [Read more]

Healthy Food on the Go

Posted: Nov 12 in Lifestyle, Nutrition by

Fast food is an American way of life. In the long scheme of things, it hasn’t been so long that our eating habits have been tied to drive-thru specials and processed foods, but at this point, overcoming the fast food draw is a major challenge. [Read more]

Forming Online Support Groups

Posted: Nov 05 in Behavior, Lifestyle by

The weight loss process can be a tumultuous one. There are ups and downs; good days and bad days. Working with a medical weight loss doctor can help you to start a program that is right for your body’s needs, but even with medical support in place there are still going to be times in which you’ll be tempted to give up. Acknowledging the difficult times before they begin is helpful in preparing yourself to power through them. The best way to manage those down days is to have a strong support network in place. [Read more]

Which Vegetables Should You Eat if You Want to Lose Weight?

Posted: Oct 29 in Lifestyle, Nutrition by

Reducing the amount of processed foods you eat is one of the best ways to lose weight. Processed foods often contain added sugars and salts, both of which can add unwanted calories to your diet. Increasing the amount of vegetables you eat can help you to avoid processed foods, feel fuller, and lose weight. Certain types of vegetables promote weight loss, particularly because they are low in calories. Here is a look at the kinds of vegetables you should be eating if you want to drop a few pounds. [Read more]

Three Easy Tips to Eat Healthy and Lose Weight

Posted: Oct 22 in Lifestyle, Nutrition by

Sometimes, when you’re on a diet, you spend so much time concentrating on carbs, fat, fiber, and calories that you forget about your level of hunger. Hunger is nature’s universal signal that you need to eat, but sometimes you can become oblivious to its demands. [Read more]

Reasons to Have a Workout Partner

Posted: Oct 15 in Exercise, Lifestyle by

No matter what your fitness goals are, having a workout partner can help you achieve them. Find a friend who is interested in fitness and start doing workouts with them. The following are some reasons you should work out with a partner: [Read more]