Transformation of the Day: Kiana lost 72 pounds. She lost the weight with cardio, weight training, low carb meals made up of lots of whole, healthy food. As a therapist, she learned a lot about self-shaming, self love and confidence on this journey. Her hard work has paid off and she’s getting ready for her […]
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Meatless in August Challenge
This month’s focus will be eating more plant-based, whole foods. Lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts, unrefined whole grain foods, seeds, plant-based meat substitutes, etc. Why? How is this beneficial for weight loss and health? Plant foods are great for weight loss, especially low calorie, high fiber foods, like greens, beans and celery. These foods are full […]
Veronica lost 25 pounds
Veronica lost 25 pounds with a juice fast after watching the documentary, Fat Sick and Nearly Dead. Even though she lost weight in the past, after college her lifestyle and a stressful job let to weight gain. She is detoxing her body and her mind. Check out what she shared with us. This is my second […]
Detox Water: 30 Great Infused Water Recipes
Drink More Water! That is one of the pillars of weight loss and one of the top tips you’ll hear on your weight release journey. Why? Because cutting out soda, store bought juice and drinks that are full of processed sugar is key to weight loss and health. What is Detox Water? Detox Water is basically […]
10 Awesome Benefits of Eating a Plant Based Diet
Switching to a more plant based diet could improve your health. Luscious green leaves, voluptuous veggie and fabulous fruit help to prevent disease and increase your natural vitality. Find out how nature’s delicious goodies could even slow down the aging process, helping you look and feel fantastic. You Really Are What you Eat Your body is […]
Are your eating habits making you age faster?
Many people are afraid of growing old. We fear losing our health, our energy, our beauty and cognitive functions. We also see how society can marginalize people as they age. The good news is that aging isn’t something that has to come with negative or ominous feelings. It is possible to maintain an active, happy and […]
Benefits of Eating More Citrus Fruit
The citrus fruit family is vast, covering oranges, limes, lemons, grapefruits, etc. All of them, however, have two major things in common. First, citrus fruits are known to be quite delicious and offer a naturally sweet snack. Secondly, they are also immensely nutritious. Take your garden variety large orange, for instance. On average, It naturally […]
The Main Reason Why Smoothies Can Help With Weight Loss
The number one reason you should drink smoothies: They are an easy way to add more nutrients to your daily diet; Vitamins, Antioxidants, Potassium, Fiber, etc. By and large, Americans eat too much processed food that has very little nutritional value. When we talk about weight loss, we always stress balanced, healthy eating and eating […]
7 Foods That Can Cause Bloating
Do you ever find that after a meal or a snack your stomach feels huge, swollen and/or taut? This unpleasant feeling is commonly called bloat. Bloating can be caused by a number of factors but it is often related to diet. Some people are more apt to bloat than others, but all in all, you can usually avoid […]
5 Reasons That a Plant-Based Meals are Perfect for Weight Loss
There is a lot of debate over what the optimum human diet is, especially when it comes to weight loss. I am of the belief that there is no perfect plan, no one size fits all plan for losing weight. However, I do think that fad diets promising to help you lose X number of […]
