Legend has it that freshman gain 15 pounds during their first year. Stress, poor sleep, junk food, beer and the absence of a mother, stacks the odds in favor of weight gain. I experienced it. Maybe you did as well. Or are about to. Don’t worry. [adsanity id=2529 align=aligncenter /] First, this legendary college weight […]
A Latte a Day Will Make You Fat
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Dark Chocolate Weight Loss: One Tasty Health Benefit
Not only is dark chocolate delicious (my favorite treat), but it has proven health benefits. Chocolate has been shown to lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol as well as improve insulin sensitivity (1, 2, 3, 4). [adsanity id=2529 align=aligncenter /] A study from the Archives of Internal Medicine (5) suggests dark chocolate may help with weight […]
Home-schooled children may be thinner
School food can be uninspiring (and even downright unhealthy). I remember square cheese pizza slices during my days. No worries. The tomato sauce counts as a vegetable serving (based on government standards). High schoolers devour hamburger and fries as a daily option and machines dispense sugary drinks and junk food. The government-funded school food system […]
Redesign Your Environment for Healthy Eating and Weight Loss
When I go to my parent’s house, I snack like crazy. My parents set out a serving bowl filled with candies and bars. When I walk through the door I reflexively go to the bowl with the peanut-filled M&Ms, grab a handful and munch. Just one . . maybe two . . . probably three […]