There are two very simple words that we use dozens or perhaps hundreds of times each day. These two words have the capacity to get us what we really, really, really want. Or we may choose the other word than may keep us in a life of denial, misery, frustration and even anger. The first word is “yes”. Yes, I will stay late at the office and work until 7pm. [...] Read more »
Do diet sodas cause you gain weight?
You may be aware that drinking “sugar free” soda actually makes you heavier. The science that suggests this is not conclusive but it IS very compelling. Animal research has concluded that sugar substitutes in ANY food or drink can contribute to weight gain. Scientists have found is that a rodent’s brain relies on the link between taste and calories to keep track of just how much eating has occurred. Sugar [...] Read more »
Calories in food
What are Calories? It is a commonly accepted fact that low calorie foods will help reduce weight. But why is it so? Let us first understand what calories mean. In common parlance, a calorie is a measure of the amount of energy present in a food. This calorific energy released by various foods, fuel our daily activities. Now the problem is that the calories we consume are more than what [...] Read more »
Losing Weight with “Super Foods”
Experts say there are two fundamental categories of foods that can be considered ” superfoods that keep the weight off” because they fill your tummy without piling on the calories: fruits and vegetables. And the nutrient that gives fruits and vegetables that ‘staying power?’ Fiber. So, if fruit and veggies are the “keeping-it-off superfood groups,” fiber may well be the “keeping-it-off super-nutrient.” The other fundamental food group: protein. More and [...] Read more »
Protein amounts in food.
Protein is a macro nutrient composed of amino acids that is necessary for the proper growth and function of the human body. While the body can manufacture several amino acids required for protein production, a set of essential amino acids needs to be obtained from animal and/or vegetable protein sources. There is considerable debate over the amount of protein a person needs to consume per day, the current recommended daily [...] Read more »
Review of Jillian Michaels program. Is it worth the money?
Best known as the fitness trainer and life coach on NBC’s hit series The Biggest Loser. Jillian Michaels’ methods are based on a blend of strength training techniques. There are three facets to Jillian Michaels’ unique weight loss program: (1) Self: Learn how to change your behaviors to finally reach your goals; (2) Science: Eat right for your metabolism; (3) Sweat: Train your body for serious weight loss. Based on [...] Read more »
Egg Hunt
How do I convince my son that Easter candy isn’t a treat? Growing-up, Easter was about wearing pastel dresses, white patent leather shoes, a new pair of white gloves and candy, lots and lots of candy. Jellybeans, marshmallow peeps, Cadbury mini eggs, and of course chocolate Easter Bunnies. By mid-afternoon on Easter day, my new dress was covered in stains, my gloves were missing, my shoes were scuffed, but there [...] Read more »