Why Processed Foods Destroy Your Metabolism

Why Processed Foods Destroy Your Metabolism

Donuts, candies, sodas galore! You love them, the world loves them but the harsh reality is, processed foods severely hamper (dare I say, DESTROY) your metabolism. Regardless of what Willy Wonka says, the only ticket found within a chocolate bar is a ticket to...
The Real Truth About Artificial Sweeteners

The Real Truth About Artificial Sweeteners

For many of us, the hardest part of dieting is giving up the sweets. You may pack in the healthy veggies, switch out chicken tenders for grilled fish, and start using low-fat creamer in your coffee, but it is just plain hard to give up cookies, chocolate, and the...
How to Speed Up a Slow Metabolism

How to Speed Up a Slow Metabolism

Do you ever wonder why some women over the age of 40 seem to have the hardest time shedding those extra pounds? I mean one day you’re eating three chocolate chip cookies as an acceptable part of your lunch routine and the next, you can literally SEE where those chips...
How to Stick to a Diet When Eating Out

How to Stick to a Diet When Eating Out

There are plenty of things that you are probably already doing to keep to your healthy diet. Maybe you’re counting calories, limiting your alcohol intake, or filling your pantry with only healthy choices. You might have even thrown away those take-out menus that your...
Eat Your Way to a Healthier Thyroid

Eat Your Way to a Healthier Thyroid

In the body, the thyroid acts as a set of internal batteries. When the gland is fully charged, it works at peak efficiency to keep you slim and revitalized. But the strain of a go-go-go schedule or other body-burdening factors like chronic inflammation, mineral...