Happy (almost) 4th of July! Most of us head outside with family and friends to celebrate America’s birthday. Whether you’re planning a trip to the pool, lake, park, or a friend’s backyard, chances are that food and drinks will be a big part of the celebration. So, how can you enjoy the festivities while still…
It’s no great secret: you lose weight when you eat less sugar. Everyone from your grandma to your 8-year-old son understands that laying off the soda, cookies, cakes, candy, and donuts encourages weight loss, but that’s not the only reason to take it easy on sugar. During your weight loss journey, you’ll be working to…
Starting your weight loss and lifestyle change does not mean you will have to live on steamed vegetables and water! However, it does mean that you need to retrain your brain to adapt to healthier ways of thinking and learn which habits you need to drop and which ones you need to start. We are…
While you’re on your weight loss journey, the thought of having to make a long car journey and the inevitable pit stops on the way are enough to make you want to put the brakes on and stay at home, where you’re far more in control of portion sizes and calories. However, an important part…
Mother’s Day is a special day each year dedicated to celebrating moms, their love, and their accomplishments. Like with many other holidays, we love to celebrate with food! And that’s where it can get tricky if you’re trying to lose weight. A relaxing breakfast in bed, a beautiful brunch, or a fun family dinner all…
Low carb? Low fat? Calorie counting? With each new post on social media, people suggest a new diet to lose weight quickly. We mostly hear recommendations for low-carb or low-fat diets while always staying aware of total calories. All of the different advice can be confusing, so here we’ll talk a little about the pros and cons of…