There’s plenty of so-called “diet foods” available in grocery stores today. Often labeled “low-fat,” “low-calorie” and “fat-free,” these products are marketed specifically to those looking to drop weight. But often, they don’t deliver. In fact, many of today’s supposed health foods are doing more than preventing weight loss; they are likely actively promoting weight gain. If you’re exercising regularly and eating a balanced diet but still not dropping those pesky pounds, these 10 pseudo “health foods” may likely be to blame. [Read more]

Losing weight can be a difficult journey for any adult; however, there are several ways you can start to slim down and feel healthier. Most adults choose to incorporate a mixture of diet and exercise in order to start losing weight. Maybe you enjoy going to the gym or playing sports in a local league. Perhaps you find that cooking at home helps you count calories or joining a local support group is a beneficial way to stay on track. There’s another method you can use for losing weight, however, and it’s easier than you might think. Intermittent fasting (IF) is one of the most popular ways to lose weight. It restricts your calories simply by minimizing the amount of time you spend eating each day. For example, you can choose to fast for 20 hours and have a 4-hour window in which to eat. Another option would be to fast for 18 hours with a 6-hour window for eating. The possibilities are endless. If you’ve been thinking about starting IF, there are a few steps you should take. [Read more]

It can be a challenge to figure out how to encourage your kids to choose healthier foods when all they seem to want is junk. Here are six creative ways you can try. [Read more]

Have you ever failed at a diet? Even people who have successfully lost weight and maintained their weight loss probably failed at more than one diet before finding success. [Read more]

It can be a vicious cycle: you’re exercising more, so you’re burning off calories, and your body responds by pushing you to consume more calories. As a result, weight loss can feel impossible – and sometimes, a well-intentioned diet and exercise program can even lead to weight gain! The trick is to cut your calories, but still find ways to feel full. [Read more]