Posts Tagged ‘Weight Loss’
Sneaky Tricks to Decrease Portions
Our portions have increased dramatically since the 1970’s … and so has the size of our bellies. You need to cut back on portion sizes in order to lose weight. Easier said than done! No one wants to eat bird like portions of food or feel deprived. You’ll need to find a way to trick your brain and stomach into thinking you are eating more than you really are. Check out my sneaky tips to cut back on portions without feeling deprived.
Read MoreSlim Your “Weigh” Down with Green Tea
Bored of water? I’ve been asked so many times -what else is there to drink? These days beverages aren’t as healthy as they seem. Many sports beverages have been found to have high fructose corn syrup, juices aren’t as fresh as you’d hope with hidden sugars and concentrates, and well we all know what soda can do! People want to drink something to quench their thirst but water doesn’t always make the cut. So why not try tea? Fresh brewed tea, iced or hot, has some great health related benefits, particularly green tea.
Read MoreWhy Do Weight Loss Plateaus Occur?
You started a diet and initially saw the scale drop. However, after a few weeks or months, the weight loss stopped. You are being diligent with your diet and exercise plan (or so you think!), but the scale will not budge. This is called a plateau and is experienced at some point by almost everyone trying to lose weight. Plateaus can be a very frustrating experience and can make you question your motivation for staying on the straight and narrow with your eating and exercise plan. Read on to learn why plateaus occur.
Read MoreAre Heart Healthy Fats Slowing Your Weight Loss?
Do you use olive oil on your salad? Sautee your veggies in olive oil? In restaurants, do you dip your “crust of bread” in olive oil? Snack on nuts? Add avocado to your salad? If you’ve answered yes to several of these questions and feel that your overall diet is healthy diet AND you’re having…
Read MorePrevent Holiday Weekend Weight Gain
Whether you are heading the Hampton’s, your family BBQ or a friend’s party, chances are that you will be surrounded with food and beverages this holiday weekend. We all deserve a break from working long hours (and from the rain!), however this doesn’t give us the green light to gorge. The last thing you want…
Read MoreTrouble Losing Weight? You Could be Vitamin D Deficient!
Have you been trying to lose weight unsuccessfully? Have you reached a weight loss plateau? If you are frustrated from dieting and exercising without seeing results, a Vitamin D deficiency could be to blame. Recent studies have shown deficient levels of Vitamin D to be related to increased body fat, including visceral fat – or…
Read MoreCan You Drink Alcohol and Still Lose Weight?
I often get asked by my clients “Can I fit alcohol into my weight loss plan?” My answer would be yes – as long as you are accounting for your calories from alcohol and are drinking in moderation. So for example, let’s say that your weight loss calorie goal is 1300 and you choose to drink a 5 oz glass of…
Read MoreWill Blueberries Banish Your BellyFat?
Who doesn’t love blueberries? They are one of my obsessions. I often buy them frozen because I will inhale the pint as soon as I get it. Not only are they delicious, they are packed with vitamins, antioxidant and phytochemicals. Studies have previously shown that they play a role in heart health, urinary tract health and decreasing…
Read MoreBeware of Those Sneaky Calories
You’re having trouble losing weight but just can’t understand why. You eat many of your meals out – but are really careful with what you chose. So you think! The problem with eating out is that we always don’t know what is in the food. It is great that several cities, including NYC, have posted calories…
Read MoreFatigue Increases Cravings for Carbs
You didn’t get much sleep last night and all you want to do today is eat … junk, sugar and carbs. You certainly aren’t having cravings for steamed broccoli and tofu! Why is it that our cravings for carbs increase when we are tired? There is actually a medical explanation. One CGB reader had the…
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