Weight Loss Nutrition

New Dietary Guidelines Call for Less Salt, Sugar and Fat and More Fruits, Vegetables and Nuts

Posted: Aug 31 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

Are you trying to adjust your diet to lose weight, live longer, and feel better? The newly proposed 2010 Dietary Guidelines from the Department of Agriculture and Department of Health and Human Services may give you some insight on what changes to make.

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Tips to Prevent Weight Gain as You Age

Posted: Jul 28 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

The older you get, the harder it is to maintain your weight. In fact, experts say your metabolism slows by about 5% every 10 years, meaning you have to continue to work harder and harder to achieve the same results. Use these tips to help prevent the pounds from coming on with the years.

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Diet Foods To Help You Succeed After Weight Loss Surgery

Posted: Jun 28 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

While it’s important to exercise after weight loss surgery, eating healthier and controlling your portions is equally important to your success. Learn more about weight loss foods that can help you enjoy a healthy, balanced diet.

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Tips for a Healthy Breakfast

Posted: Jun 03 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

You’ve probably heard breakfast called the most important meal of the day, but did you know that eating first thing in the morning can actually help you lose weight? The National Weight Control Registry, a database of people who have successfully maintained weight loss, reports that 80% of its members eat breakfast daily. But simply putting food into your belly first thing in the morning isn’t enough; what you eat for breakfast makes a difference.

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Are You Getting Too Much Sodium?

Posted: Mar 23 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

While your body needs a small amount of sodium to function properly, most people consume far more than the recommended amounts. Find out more about how much sodium you need and how to reduce the excess from your diet.

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How Blood Sugar Levels Affect Weight Loss

Posted: Mar 10 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

Being aware of how your blood sugar affects your body can help you maintain a healthier, more active lifestyle. Your blood sugar level affects how hungry you are and how energetic you feel, and it also tells your body whether to burn fat or store it.

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Salt Really Does Boost Health Risks

Posted: Dec 29 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

A recent review published in the November 25th online edition of BMJ found that high-salt diets around the world are increasing the risks for cardiovascular disease and stroke.

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Understanding Omega Fatty Acids

Posted: Dec 13 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

Many weight loss plans recommend getting plenty of unsaturated fats, or “omega” fatty acids, but did you know there is more than one kind of omega fatty acid? Which ones should you be trying to get more of, and which ones should you avoid?

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