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Why Does Weight Loss Seem Easier For Men?

December 10, 2015 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

In a world where many men and women are struggling with weight loss, why does it seem like weight loss is easier for men? Are they more inclined to exercise? Is it easier for them to say no to unhealthy foods? Is their metabolism faster? If you’re on the weight loss journey and have been […]

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Can Diabetes Hinder Weight Loss?

August 4, 2015 by Ajima Jackson 1 Comment

In America alone, roughly 30 million people have diabetes according to a 2014 CDC report. That estimate includes diagnosed or not. Did you know that it’s estimated that 30% of people with diabetes are undiagnosed? Diabetes is a terrible disease that claims close to 3.5 million lives every based on United Nations Health Agency statistics. It’s also a […]

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Eat More Healthy Fiber to Lose Pounds

June 23, 2015 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

Fiber is a super important nutrient that primarily affects digestive health. Unfortunately, the average American’s diet is lacking in fiber. The typical woman in this country only consuming around 15 grams when she should be consuming at least 30 grams. That’s the average.  Many people are eating far less. Aside from general health, there is […]

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What is Fasted Cardio?

June 9, 2015 by Ajima Jackson 2 Comments

Will Cardio On An Empty Stomach Accelerate Your Weight Loss and Fitness Efforts? Fasting in general is a somewhat controversial subject. Either experts are against it or support it being done as part of an overall wellness regime. Depending on what you are trying to achieve, periodic fasting may actually boost your results. There are some studies and books […]

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Are Sad Movies Are Making You Gain Weight?

June 9, 2015 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

Everyone has their favorite sad movies that may be tearjerkers but ultimately have a happy ending or perhaps films that just leave them with some type of strong emotion (sadness, stress, etc). Did you know that indulging in these movies could actually be harming your weight loss goals?  Before you stop watching Lifetime movies, check out […]

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6 Spices that Support Weight Loss

May 4, 2015 by Ajima Jackson 1 Comment

We all know that in order to achieve your weight loss goals you must eat a healthy diet that consists of fresh, whole foods. Did you know that the seasonings you might use in your everyday cooking could be leveraged to give yourself an extra weight loss boost? Spices have numerous benefits for our bodies, from […]

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Is Soy Really Bad For You?

April 23, 2015 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

People have been eating products the come from soy beans, like soy milk and tofu for hundreds of years. That’s why it’s amazing to me that soy just may be one of the most controversial health foods in the world right now. Soy and products containing soy have become very popular in the US and […]

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5 Potential Dangers of Drinking Diet Beverages

April 23, 2015 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

It’s no surprise that soda is one of the most widely consumed beverages. Coca Cola and Pepsi lead as the most popular brands but you may be surprised that diet Coke is the second most popular soda here in the US. Diet drinks, especially diet sodas, may just be one of the unhealthiest beverages. Though […]

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7 Foods for Supporting Colon Health

April 7, 2015 by Ajima Jackson 1 Comment

Digestive health problems are easily the most common ailments adults experience in the United States. According to a survey done, almost ¾ of Americans experience some type of digestive problem. Colon health is particularly important for those trying to lose weight. “Colon cleansing has the potential to aid weight loss; some people claim to have […]

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8 Reasons to Give Up Diet Soda and Diet Drinks

August 18, 2014 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

What do people like to drink when they are trying to lose weight? Diet Soda and Diet drinks with fake sugars like aspartame.  The problem is that there may be potential negative affects of diet sweeteners.  Here are 8 reasons you should consider whether these artificial sweeteners could be bad for you. A recent University […]

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