The aches and pains associated with arthritis can take a toll on your quality of life. Treatment is focused on managing the symptoms, but you don’t have to rely on popping pills. You can relieve arthritis pain by making simple lifestyle changes....
The holiday season is summed up with friends, family, parties, peppermint, and food, lots of food. The latter isn’t the best for your medical weight loss plan, but you can get through the holiday season unscathed and ready to tackle the new year on weight loss track....
Many social situations revolve around food: celebrations, eating out, sporting events. We use food as a way to reconnect with the people we care about. It’s important to have a strong support system, especially while losing weight. However, frequently turning to food in social situations is a slippery slope that can send your weight loss plan in the wrong direction. Don’t let it get the best of you. You can take control of any situation with a few simple tips....
The cold may make you want to hibernate, but you don’t have to fall victim to winter weight gain. Using the weather as an excuse to slack on your weight loss plan won’t help you reach your goals. However, a recent study published in the journal Trends in Endocrinology & Metabolism will put this excuse to rest. Researchers found exposure to cooler temperatures may boost weight loss. Of course, if you are facing below freezing temperatures, we advise that you exercise indoors....
You walk into any gym and see free weights alongside cardio equipment. You may be scratching your head, wondering which training method cardio or strength will help you reach your weight loss goals faster. Many factors determine which wins the weight loss battle, and comparing the two training methods will help you determine the best fitness plan for your needs....
Dust off those free weights. A new study published in the American Journal of Medicine found the more muscle mass older adults have, the less likely they are to die prematurely....
In 20 minutes you can watch a sitcom, eat your lunch, or make a quick trip to the grocery store. More importantly, 20 minutes is all it takes to make a positive impact on your health. A recent study found those at risk or those who have cardiovascular disease can reduce their risk for a major cardiac event by 10 percent by taking an extra 2,000 steps per day. At a moderate walking pace, you can go the distance in about 20 minutes....
Your morning sets the tone for the remainder of the day, so it’s important to start it right! Small changes to your morning routine can make a big difference in the number on the scale....
You just had a killer workout. You went the extra mile, increased your weight, or bumped your walk to a jog. Pat yourself on the back. You’re awesome! But if you stick your nose in the pantry or fridge first thing when you get home, you aren’t doing yourself as much good as you may think....
The scariest part about Halloween is the sugar overload at least from a weight loss perspective. But you can have a happy, healthy Halloween without sacrificing the fun. Keep your sweet tooth in check by following some easy tricks (yes, treats included). ...