We live in a weight-obsessed society where size 6 is considered plus size in the fashion industry. So many skinny models trying (and failing) to represent “real women” on TV, and print ads. The beauty, fashion and entertainment industry are putting unfair beauty standards since the 90s. As such, most people are willing to do anything to stay skinny. And …
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Controlling Your Weight Through Acupuncture
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, excessive weight is caused by malfunctioning spleen and liver organ systems. To manage weight, an acupuncturist will stimulate “acupuncture points” in the body using thin needles. The acupuncture points correspond to a specific organ. The needles are inserted on the superficial layer of the skin. Acupuncture Points for Weight Loss In weight loss treatments, the following …
Read More »How Home-Cooked Meals Motivate You to Lose Weight
It’s no secret that restaurant meals and pre-packaged foods are high in fat and calories. When trying to lose weight, nothing beats home-cooked meals. Unfortunately, not a lot of people have the time to make their own meals at home. In today’s post, we are giving you 5 reasons why you should start prepping your meals to lose weight: Home-Cooked …
Read More »How Losing Weight Affects You Emotionally
Losing weight has its own health and physical benefits. You feel better, healthier and lighter. You are more conscious about the food you eat. You are no longer depending on food to make yourself feel better. But there are emotional benefits of losing weight to consider too! You see, losing weight isn’t just about transforming yourself physically. Your newfound confidence …
Read More »5 Ways to Optimize Fat Burning and Lose More Weight!
It’s hard to keep the weight down when your metabolic rate is working against you. But don’t fret! There are ways to maximize your body’s daily fat burning. By keeping these tips in mind, you’ll be able to lose more weight in half the time: 1. Start Your Morning with a Glass of Water Research shows that drinking a glass …
Read More »The Advantages and Disadvantages of the One Meal per Day Diet
Intermittent fasting is an excellent way to either maintain weight or shed several pounds. A one-meal-per-day diet is not a rapid weight loss diet. But it’s not the healthiest of diet fads either. However, it doesn’t promote starvation to accelerate weight loss. How One-Meal-Per-Day Diet Works? This diet program requires a single large meal eaten within a day at any …
Read More »The Amazing Health (and Weight Loss Benefits) of Aronia Berries
Touted as the newest superfood, aronia is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Rosaceae family. The shrub yields round, edible berries with dark violet rind and reddish flesh. Aronia berries are native to Eastern North America. The berries can be eaten raw or processed. They are renowned for their high levels of antioxidants. The berries are loaded with polyphenolic …
Read More »The Importance of Setting Realistic Weight Loss Goals
Sometimes aiming too high only leads to soul-crushing disappointment. According to a study published on the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, a realistic weight loss goal matters. Most women tend to set unrealistic weight loss goals inevitably setting themselves up to disappointing results. Leading health experts believe that a realistic weight loss goal helps dieters motivate themselves into sticking …
Read More »What is Yacon Syrup and How Can it Help You Lose Weight?
The yacon syrup was featured in the November episode of Dr. Oz for its potential weight loss benefits. Yacon syrup is derived from the yacon plant. The Yacon plant is a root crop that originated in South America. For hundreds of years, this root crop has been cultivated for food and prized for its medicinal benefits. What is Yacon Syrup? …
Read More »6 Ways Green Tea Promotes Weight Loss
It’s no secret that green tea promotes weight loss, but how exactly can it manage your weight? In today’s post, we are breaking down ways green tea helps you lose weight: 1. Breaks Down Fat Green tea contains a group of compounds that helps the body metabolize fats. These compounds include caffeine and catechins-polyphenols. Together, catechins-polyphenols and caffeine trigger the …
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