Estimating Your Metabolic Rate and Daily Calorie Needs

Metabolism (also known as metabolic rate) is the rate at which your body inherently burns calories to fuel vital functions like breathing, blood pressure regulation, heart function, and brain activity. These calories are obtained from…

Why You Need to Regularly Change Your Exercise Routine

Ever think to yourself, "I've been eating right and exercising regularly but I still haven't lost the weight?" You're certainly not alone! Many people are fighting their own personal battles to lose weight in spite of their healthy diets…

I’m In My 40s and Getting Belly Fat: What’s Up With That?

Belly fat is one of the most common sources of frustration for weight loss seekers, especially women. Indeed, during every lecture, seminar and workshop I've ever given for an audience of women at least one raises the question of how to lose…

10 Superfoods That Make Healthy Snacks for Kids

If you're a parent, I'm sure you're always on the hunt for healthy kid's snacks? With good reason too, as healthy foods in general give kids all the day-to-day energy they need and supply the vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients…

A Great Way To Spice Up Your Water

Are you aware that water is valued as an essential nutrient? While not a provider of calories like the macronutrients or rich in antioxidants like many micronutrients, the body's actual need for water far outweighs that of any food. In…

3 Ways To Achieve Successful Weight Loss For Free

In spite of what you might have assumed from claims made in mainstream advertisements and the thousands of weight loss plans on the market, losing weight doesn't require a significant financial investment. Take it from someone who successfully…

How to Get More Out of Your Walk for Weight Loss

Walking is by far among the most common types of cardiovascular (cardio) exercise, as it's easy to perform, requires little or no equipment, and can conveniently be incorporated into your everyday routine. Through its beneficial effects on the…

5 Highly Effective Ways to Reduce the Appearance of Cellulite

Are you bothered by the appearance of cellulite? You're certainly not alone, as cellulite is a very widespread skin problem that affects countless women, both young and old. Cellulite itself manifests primarily as small to large sized bulges,…

Why You Shouldn’t Attempt to Lose More than 2 Pounds a Week

Dieting is indeed the most popular weight loss approach. But, many people tend to grow impatient with the "1-2 pounds per week" rule often recommended by health experts like myself. You've more than likely heard about this "safe" weight loss…

Physical Fitness: It Doesn’t Have To Be All or Nothing

How many times have you promised to start exercising again on a Monday? Have you ever woken up late for your morning workout, concluded the rest of your week was ruined, and pledged to resume your workout program the following week? I'll bet…

Brussels Sprout, Cauliflower and Shiitake Fusilli

As one who follows the Mediterranean style of eating, I make it a practice to enjoy pasta preparations from time to time. I personally prefer dishes that include lots of vegetables and extra virgin olive oil for added health benefits. If you're…

Three Smart Strategies for Exercising with a Lung Condition

When compared to the average person, individuals with lung conditions (chronic bronchitis, asthma, and emphysema) use way more energy during breathing. Such breathing problems are a result of narrowing and inflammation (swelling) of the lung's…

Belly Fat: Five Ways to Lose the Pooch

These days belly fat is indeed one of the most widely targeted areas of the body among men and women alike. Walk into any gym and you'll find countless people spending a large majority of their workout time engaging in 'belly fat boot-camp'…

The Secret to Great Abs

Seems like everyone these days complains about their midsection. In fact, one of the most common questions I am asked by clients, friends, and family is: "How do I get rid of this?"—Of course, referring to the infamous belly protrusion. Interestingly…

Mighty Meat Bison with Mushroom and Onions

Bison is one of the healthiest red meats you can eat, as it's organically raised, primarily grass-fed, and delivers a rich balance of high-quality protein, healthy fats, and essential micronutrients. It's also among the most flavorful of…

The Ultimate Cure For A Saggy Butt

Not satisfied with the lower half of your body, namely your rear end? Do you have a mild-to-severe deflation in this area with surrounding skin that appears loose and lax otherwise known as a "saggy butt". You're certainly not alone. In fact,…

Circuit Training: Efficient and Research Proven Effective

If you're looking for an enjoyable, convenient, and effective way to exercise, circuit training is something you might want to consider. Whether you're new to working out or well-trained and just trying to overcome a plateau in your weight…

What You Should Know About Carbs and the Glycemic Index

For decades, carbohydrates (carbs) have been given a bad reputation. Please don't be misled by all the hype. In and of themselves, carbs are an important component of a healthy, well-balanced diet as they represent the body's primary source…

Women and Weight Loss: Act Like a Man and Lose More Weight

Are you exercising regularly and eating sensibly but still finding it difficult to shake the weight? You're certainly not alone. In fact, over the years I've found that a large percentage of individuals with whom I consult are constantly finding…

3 Common Myths About Exercise and Diet Among Women, Debunked!

Between commercial advertisements, magazines and general hearsay, a lot of women fall victim to misconceptions and myths related to health, fitness and weight loss, many of which don't ever seem to go away in spite of science proving them wrong.…