Many people explain weight loss with a simple “calories in, calories out” equation: if you eat less than you burn the pounds will come off. In reality, losing weight is a much more complicated process. While energy balance undoubtedly plays a significant role in determining whether pounds come or go, there are also many other…
Do a quick search for healthy lunches, and you’ll find millions of results telling you to pack kale chips, toasted chickpeas, cans of tuna, or celery for lunch. Those are definitely healthy options, but they’re not exactly considered “delicious” in everyone’s book. So, what can you pack for lunch if you’re trying to lose weight…
So, have you decided on your New Year’s resolutions yet? No, we haven’t misread the date; we know it’s only September. But now is actually the perfect time to make changes to your life. Here we explain why getting a head start can help you to stick to your goals of getting healthy and losing…
As the temperature begins to cool and the nights draw closer, we tend to switch to hibernation mode, and all our best exercise and fitness intentions are forgotten in favor of nights spent on the couch keeping warm. However, your weight loss journey and your health will suffer if you put exercise on hold while…
Whether you’re a vegetarian or just looking to eat less meat, eating meat-free meals can help to boost your weight loss. That’s because plant-based foods, such as vegetables, beans, and whole grains, are full of fiber, meaning you’re satisfied with fewer calories. 1. Stir-Fry Vegetables An easy recipe to get you started, this stir-fry is…
Calcium is something we all need in our diets for good health, but while you’re cutting calories to lose weight, there is a risk that you might not be getting enough of this important nutrient. However, forgetting to include calcium-rich foods in your diet could actually be a bad idea, as many studies have shown…