How Cortisol Negatively Affects Weight Gain
Key Takeaways Cortisol’s Effect on Weight Cortisol is a hormone that the body releases in response to stress. This hormone serves an important biological function, as it puts the body in a state of high alertness, known as “fight or flight”, which helps the body protect itself from danger. This was helpful when our ancestors […]
5 Helpful Tips To Enhance Your Weight Loss Strategy
Key Takeaways Many people think weight loss is simple—”I just need to eat less or exercise more”. However, the reality is that there are so many factors that influence weight loss, like your sleep habits, metabolism, and more. To see real, consistent progress, you should address all of these factors together. Taking a holistic approach […]
What Is A Holistic Weight Loss Program?
Key Takeaways As much as we all try to find it, there is no secret to instant weight loss. In the search for the fastest weight loss journey possible, we may often forget the balance between weight loss and well-being—this is where holistic weight loss programs come in. Holistic weight loss is an approach to […]
The Incredible Value of Creating a Weight Loss Plan
Key Takeaways With any new journey, following a set plan is going to get you a lot farther than trying to wander toward your destination—a weight loss journey is the same. Without a plan, you’re unlikely to maximize your full potential in your weight loss and wellness efforts. As with any venture, a weight loss […]
THE BMI IS NOT FOOLPROOF
Key Takeaways If you’ve visited the doctor for a general check-up, there’s a good chance they’ve taken a measure of your body mass index (BMI). They’ve likely even told you how your BMI stacks up compared to the general population. BMI and weight loss often go hand-in-hand, as a higher BMI is seen as an […]
The Connection between Obesity and Diabetes
Key Takeaways In the US, around 38.4 million people have diabetes, making up 11.6% of the population. Meanwhile, around 39.6% of adults in the US are obese. Unfortunately, there is a lot of overlap between these two conditions. Obesity and diabetes are two medical conditions that can greatly impact quality of life and cause further […]
Should I Be Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss?
Key Takeaways Although intermittent fasting for weight loss has seemed to quickly gain popularity as a strategy, this approach to healthy weight management appears to be more than just hype. In fact, fasting as a weight loss strategy has solid scientific backing, as it can help you eat fewer calories and even positively impact your […]
Emotional Health Self-Assessment for Weight Loss
Key Takeaways Although concerns about weight are often correlated with physical health, unwanted weight can also have a significant impact on your emotional and psychological well-being. Unwanted weight can contribute to a myriad of uncomfortable emotional health conditions, including a discouraged mood, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor sleep, and more. Even worse, you might not […]
Meet Phytonutrients
Key Takeaways We’re all familiar with mainstream nutrients like B vitamins, calcium, and macronutrients like protein and carbohydrates, to name a few. Of course, these are all important, but we must not forget about other precious nutrients that fly under the radar in popularity. Phytonutrients are subtle nutrients that you won’t find on a nutrition […]
