WEIGHT LOSS
Beyond Dieting – Intermittent Fasting
What if we could move beyond a “one-size-fits-all” way of losing weight? Scientists are finally accepting that intermittent fasting, as performed on Isagenix-style Cleanse Days, can be an effective dietary method for weight loss and weight management.
Switching to a Healthy Lifestyle: What to Expect
So, you’ve made the decision to adopt a healthy lifestyle, change your eating habits, and get moving. It may seem simple at first, but the reality is that lifestyle adjustments (although extremely important for your health long-term) can lead to unwanted “side effects” in the short term, if you’re not careful.
How to Set Your Weight Loss Goal
Maybe you already have a number in mind, but before you decide on a set weight-loss goal, be sure to take these questions into consideration.
4 Ways to Avoid Weight Gain This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time of year for family and fun. Unfortunately, it’s also a time for overindulgences that can lead to weight gain. It’s often reported that people gain anywhere from five to 10 pounds during the holidays.
Resistance Training for Better Weight Loss
Keeping muscle during weight loss should be just as an important a goal as burning fat. However, people focusing on diet alone can lose anywhere from 20-30 percent of their weight loss from lean body mass, most of which is from muscle...
Conquer Cravings for Weight Loss
Instead of cutting out favorite foods entirely, including portion-controlled treats as part of a weight management plan can help satisfy cravings and support weight loss success. For most people, eliminating favorite foods is not a sustainable long-term approach.
The Scientific Stand on Dieting
With new diet fads appearing every day, it’s easy for people to become confused about what works, what doesn’t, and what’s safe for losing weight. A new paper clears up the misconceptions.
3 Unexpected Reasons for Weight Loss Plateaus
Some reasons for slowed weight loss are obvious, such as when healthier diet and exercise choices begin to give way to old, less healthful habits. But it can be hard to identify the reasons for a weight loss plateau when you stick to the healthy lifestyle changes that have already helped you lose weight.