Weight gain can be a bit of a mystery. Often it’s hard to put your finger on exactly what’s causing the problem—other than those cream pies you’ve been scoffing!
But seriously, there are a few others things which can work against your good efforts to get slim. Here are some tips:
1. Lack of zzzzz’s
sxc.hu: carlosch
Are you getting enough sleep? If you are, you’re in the minority!
Research indicates sleep is important for weight loss. We think it has something to do with leptin—the hormone that signals fullness, and an increase in ghrelin—the hormone that triggers hunger. Click to Read More »»
Ever heard of the “5 Bite Diet“?
This isn’t a new diet on the market, but it’s been bugging me for a while.
It seems there’s no end to the fad diet madness!
And, people really seem to be sucked in by its approach. Personally, I can’t understand why–but perhaps I’m too biased to understand. Click to Read More »»

If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to lose the fat around your middle, you need to think again.
There’s no question your health and overall appearance will improve once your stomach fat is reduced.
But, assuming you want to get in shape by learning how to eat healthy, focusing on losing belly fat is the wrong thing to pivot on.
Here’s why… Click to Read More »»
sxc.hu: lusi
What is it that holds you back from making real progress with weight loss long-term?
For many people (I think) one problem is the crazy misconception eating for weight loss requires munching down rabbit food 24/7.
In other words eating bland, boring, tasteless food.
Soggy lettuce leaf anyone??? How miserable! Click to Read More »»
sxc.hu: stylesr1
Are you a couch potato?
How long do you think it would take to get control over your fitness and start seeing results?
There’s no doubt, getting fit can seem like a bit of an overwhelming process. I’m beginning to contemplate this very thing myself… with only a few days till our first child arrives, I’m entering into the unknown territory of post-pregnancy body! Click to Read More »»