Cravings are probably the hardest part of following a diet plan. All you can think about sometimes are the foods you “can’t” eat instead of focusing on the foods that are allowed on your diet. And when your willpower is weak, do you run for the vending machine or your…
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…
Dieting? Are you serious? Many people talk a big game when it comes to losing weight, but how committed are they when it comes to making the effort? You can assess your own weight-loss efforts and initiative to get started by asking yourself a few questions. Are you waiting to…
Cruciferous foods have a reputation to protect. That’s because they’re known for their disease-fighting, diet-friendly properties. Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale, cabbage and bok choy are all cruciferous vegetables. When it comes to health benefits, these veggies are chock full of phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals and fiber. What they are most…
You think you couldn’t eat another bite after a big meal, but when dessert comes out, you just have to help yourself. Or you’re watching TV and eating out of a big bowl of buttery popcorn. You look down, and all of a sudden, the bowl is empty. Sound familiar?…
If you reach for something sweet when you’re stressed or angry – or simply out of habit – then you’re definitely not alone. Many people reach for simple carbohydrates like candy, ice cream or cookies when they’re tired or upset. Some researchers are convinced that carb cravings like this may…
Want a food that’s as scrumptious as a high-fat, high-calorie snack? Tickle your taste buds with a sugary spud. Although they’re a favorite around Thanksgiving, sweet potatoes are beneficial to your health all year long. Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamin E, vitamin C and vitamin A. The…
Sleep away the pounds. Burn fat overnight. Lose 20 pounds in one week. When you’re struggling to lose weight, these empty promises sound mighty tempting. However, you’re likely to waste your money – or worse. Research indicates that more than $243 million was spent on diet pills. From herbal remedies…
For many people, working at a desk all day might seem like the perfect cop out for your expanding waistline. But in reality, there are plenty of ways to work out while you’re at work. Working at a desk from 9 to 5 – or even longer — definitely decreases…
Restaurant portions have gotten bigger… and so have our waistlines. Frequent your local eatery and you’ll quickly find you got more than you bargained for, or actually needed. Restaurant portions are the ultimate diet trap. Those pasta portions are often enough to feed a family of four. Most portions of…