Your body is a calorie-burning machine, working 24/7 to keep you moving and functioning properly. Your metabolic rate determines the speed at which these calories are burned off. Maintaining a high metabolic rate through regular exercise can make losing weight…
Have you ever heard of the saying, “You are the company you keep”? Turns out, this might be applicable in your weight loss journey. Studies have shown that having friends with healthy lifestyles and healthy body weight can help lower…
Are you a post-menopausal woman struggling to keep off the weight that you’ve worked so hard to lose? You’re not alone. A study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found that even if older, post-menopausal…
Let’s face it, weight loss can be a challenging journey. But the real struggle often lies in losing body fat while preserving precious muscle mass. Why is this important? Losing muscle mass can slow down your metabolism, making it easier…
So, you’re ready to lose those extra pounds, right? But have you ever been on a diet before, only to find yourself frustrated with the lack of results? You’re not alone. Millions of people decide to go on a diet…
As a calorie-burner, exercise is inefficient. For instance, you’d have to run more than three miles to burn off the calories in a bagel with cream cheese. But research shows a way to make the genes in your fat cells…
Extra pounds around your waistline not only affect your appearance, but also pose a real threat to your health. Certain types of weight gain can be especially harmful, according to researchers at Ohio State University. Their findings show that being…
Each year, the holiday season can feel like a roller-coaster ride. The months leading up to the festivities focus on work and family, but as soon as the holidays descend, our schedules become overwhelming, and our personal health often gets…
Mindless eating is a common habit that can wreak havoc on your waistline. Consuming food out of routine, even when you’re not hungry, can lead to overeating and weight gain. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to regain…
For over two thousand years, milk thistle has been utilized for the treatment of liver and gallbladder conditions. Recent research from the University of Colorado Cancer Center indicates that a compound extracted from milk thistle, known as silibinin, could be…