There’s another good reason to lose weight before getting pregnant. Shedding excess body fat could reduce the risk that the baby-to-be will be overweight or obese. According to a recent study published in the Journal of Physiology, losing weight before pregnancy leads to changes in hormones and insulin sensitivity that are passed on to an…
No money is needed in order to lose weight… drink a lot of water (from the tap, at least 2 liters a day. Tea is also very good), eat less bread (50g per day), est less fat, cook vegetables with steam and use spices for flavor, do not use grease on the stove to cook…
Dear Diary, Week one is done, and yes I’m still sticking to my 2,000 calorie diet. The Diabetic Food Addict is part of my box of motivational tools, but it’s not enough by itself. Sure I feel less bloated, yes my energy level is starting to rise, but I need concrete proof that beyond improved…
The most difficult part of losing weight is starting. The longer a person has been overweight the harder it is to begin. The saddest cases are those who give up before they start, saying, “I have too far to go.” They view their plight as hopeless and therefore are defeated before they begin. Others can’t…
Before you pick up a free weight or take off jogging down the street you should first set your goals for your weight loss program. Without this crucial step you are likely to become frustrated and discouraged with the activity and your progress. The obvious goal is to lose weight, but you must give it…
Looking for worry-free ways to lose weight fast? Trying to get in shape without the pain and suffering? Remember being a skinny little kid? Play kids’ games to lose weight fast and get in shape this summer. You can play kids’ games for weight loss and for fun. Get in shape and make your kids…
When you are pregnant Doctors feel it is healthy for you to gain at least 20 to 25 pounds. If you were at your ideal weight before pregnancy then you will only need to shed about 10 or 15 pounds on your own. Some of the weight will naturally come off right away. This is…
For as long as you can bear it, eat only green vegetables with very few calories. You can eat them raw, bake them, sautee them, or blend them into a vegetable smoothie. But you cannot put any type of seasoning on them. Eat only green vegetables for as long as it takes to lose the…
What is HIIT? You may have heard this term around the gym or amongst trainers. You may have even tried out HIIT training in your workouts. Here is a simple run through of what HIIT is designed for and how to incorporate it into your workout routine for a boost in calorie burn and endurance….
