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Summer Pressure Is Starting Again Getting to be that time of year again. The weather is finally getting warm. We put away the sweatshirts and pull out the shorts. We start to see “diet” and “summer body” advice everywhere we look. There are a lot of promises of losing weight fast and looking amazing by the time summer is in full swing. “Summer body” culture convinces women they need to look “thin” in their summer outfits. Many of us respond to this messaging with urgency and

If you’ve ever felt like you just can’t stay consistent, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t you, it’s the pressure. Here’s a different way to build habits that feel doable, supportive, and sustainable.

Winter is often the time we gain the most weight. It's cold and we are not as active as we are in the warmer months. We might spend more time watching tv, scrolling the internet, and eating out of boredom. It took me most of my adult life to realize and understand that diets are not only about weight loss and fitting into a smaller size. It is about accepting who you are and wanting to regain your health. To be able to live life to the fullest, whatever that means to you. To

We start January strong, full of promises and new goals. But by the time February arrives our, excitement has faded. Our motivation has slowed down or disappeared. February is usually considered the month people fail. I don’t see it that way; I think of it as the month to think about what we really want. Willpower is short term; it can’t be a permanent source of motivation. Willpower works for the short-term, but is unreliable for everyday life. Your nervous system is tired

Every January, people try to change their habits in a restrictive and unsupportive, and rushed way. With the hope that they will reach their unrealistic goals. The new year can be a time to reflect and set goals; it usually comes with pressure to be perfect. To reach their goals almost overnight. This year, let’s do something different. Give yourself permission to begin with grace You don’t need strict rules or demand perfection to make progress. Real change, lasting change,

Holidays are full of parties and family gatherings. And for most of us, it also comes with food guilt. We have all left the table so full that we wish we could unbutton our pants. Instead of filling ourselves with joy and laughter, we allow Food guilt to steal our happiness and keep us from celebrating the holidays with our loved ones. Shame and guilt have no place in our lives; learning to balance holidays, family, and food isn’t easy. This year could be different. Imagine e

Learn why stress can make weight loss harder. And know there is hope. What Is Cortisol? Cortisol is a stress hormone. It is released by your adrenal glands when your brain senses danger or emotional stress. Cortisol can help you in short bursts, such as waking up and feeling alert, handling challenges, and regulating blood sugar. T he problem is when stress becomes constant. Stress could be what is happening in your environment and how your body is reacting to certain food

Do late-night cravings keep sabotaging your healthy intentions? You’re not alone. Emotional eating at night often has more to do with stress, boredom, or habit than true hunger. With a few mindful strategies, you can break the cycle and wake up feeling empowered, not regretful.

This is written by Michael Greger, NutritionFacts.org . I have been given permission to use his work on my page. Exercise can boost our...

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A balanced diet is important for your health and well-being. There is so much information out there on how to eat, it can feel...