Binge eating is a habit of consuming large amounts of food in one sitting and feeling that your eating is out of control. Some people commonly binge during holidays or celebrations. It’s ok to overeat every now and then, but if it’s a common occurrence that does raise some worry. A common cause of binge…
A caloric deficit doesn’t mean starving yourself. It means taking a calculated approach and reviewing your incoming and outgoing calories. Weight loss is taking planned steps over time to achieve your goals. If you have a notebook and pen handy it may be wise to jot a few notes down. It can seem complicated to…
Fries, chips, dips, and popcorn are some of the favorite go to snacks for many. When is the last time you had a good veggie platter? I’ll wait! For most people, vegetables can be an afterthought. I’m hear to tell you they should be the forefront of your mind. Veggies can be consumed raw, baked,…
Many myths and outright fairytales surround weight loss. The weight loss industry profits millions per year. Between weight loss supplements, plans, and diets – it is far too easy to get lost in the weight loss sauce. The rules are quite simple, but there are far too many misconceptions blocking out the simplicity of weight…
When you hear about bacteria you might jump to negative conclusion. There is actually good bacteria. Probiotics are live bacteria that are good for your body and mind. Your body has a mixture of good and bad bacteria, when there is a poor imbalance that is when health problems can occur. Probiotics are helpful for…
There are countless anti-aging, beautifying, and youth enhancing products on the market that will cause you to fork over hundreds and hundreds of dollars in the pursuit of beauty. Whether it is creams you rub on your face, ointments you localize and apply to certain areas, or serums you lather yourself up with – the…
Some of the myths you may have heard growing up are if you place your loose tooth under a pillow you will get a dollar from the tooth fairy, leaving cookies for Santa on Christmas eve will result in a tree surrounded by presents, and the list of myths go on! You may have heard…
Free radicals cause damage to cells. Cells are the basic building blocks of all living things. The human body is composed of trillions and trillions of cells. They take in nutrients from food, offer structure for the body, convert food into energy, and create many other specialized functions. Without cells, we would be nothing! Free…
Some foods, spices, and herbs can beautify you. As we age, many of us lose the youthful appearance we once had in past years. Due to inflammation, free radicals, and toxins we are exposed to regularly – the youthful tone of youth can flee our appearance. Since ancient Egyptian times, concoction of herbs and spices…
Believe it or not, there is a world of seasoning beyond salt and pepper. Spices and herbs come in various textures, scents, and tastes. Each spice and herb carry its own health and flavor properties. They have been used for thousands of years for culinary and health purposes. Wars were even started in the name…
While there’s no magic food to make you lose weight, there are a number of foods that help to boost your metabolism making it just a little easier to lose those last few pounds. Incorporate these foods into your diet to fast track your weight loss. Make sure you eat a whole food, well rounded…
Bloating is the feeling of extreme fullness and/or like you’re belly is full of gas. It can be extremely uncomfortable and sometimes even painful. Bloating is typically caused by water retention from various unhealthy foods like fast food or by eating something that doesn’t agree with your body like dairy or gluten. The list compiled…
