We’ve all heard it: Abs are made in the kitchen. And it couldn’t be more true! Below are a few foods with fat-burning properties to help you with this dreaded task of weight loss. Just remember: no one food alone can do the job. You need to have a plan[…]
1. EGGS Protein and carbs are the two keys to a good post-workout meal. Eggs have the former covered. At just 70 calories each, eggs pack 6.3 grams of protein and are one of the few foods that naturally contain vitamin D. 2. Quinoa For your dose of carbs, brown[…]
You’ve been eating right and exercising for a while, but that stubborn belly fat just won’t budge! Along with incorporating foods that fight fat into your diet, here are some ways to burn that pooch away while you are out on a run. Switch Up Your Pace Intervals are proven[…]
The Facts on Fat All fat is not created equal. Abdominal fat, particularly the visceral fat stored deep inside, is much more dangerous than the flab on your hips, butt, or thighs. The reason: Location, location, location. Think of it this way: Your liver and pancreas are like stately apartment[…]
Employing these 10 little tricks daily will help you lose weight, no gym or diet required. . Always start a meal with a glass of water: You’ll stay hydrated and feel fuller instantly, which can help you from overeating. Make a few simple swaps at every meal: Going for a[…]
Exercise is often sought out when one wants to get slim or toned, but working out has some pretty awesome side effects: It can beat stress, keep anxiety and depression at bay, cut the risk of about a jillion diseases, and improve sleep quality. There are a ton of other[…]
The Truth: Not only is diet soda NOT helping you lose weight, it has countless negative effects on your health. Diet soft drinks were once viewed as the ultimate solution to sugar-filled, calorie-laden juice drinks and sodas. Zero calories with the same soda taste? Here’s what you DON’T know about[…]
Want to lose pounds the healthy way? Put these five power foods on your plate, and eat your way to a smaller size. 1. Salmon This rich protein has the power to fill you up, thanks to plenty of healthy fats that also pack metabolism-boosting omega-3’s. 2. Cucumbers More than[…]
One of the biggest exercise myths is that you can lose fat in an area of the body by strength training or exercising that specific body part. The truth is that “spot reducing” and “spot toning” do not work, because we cannot dictate from where our bodies will decide to[…]
1. EAT EARTH-GROWN NUTRIENTS That’s right, real food. If you focus on eating real food, and eating it as closely as possible to its natural habitat, you will be consuming the most nutrient-dense materials you can. Nutrient density—that’s the key here. Other rules to maximize nutrient density: Fresh is always[…]