Processed, refined sugars go by different names – names you might not recognize as being processed sugar. It’s very easy for someone who is not familiar with all the hidden names of sugar to erroneously consume large amounts of the stuff. So, if you’re trying to eliminate processed sugars from your diet – or at […]
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5 Benefits of Eating Dark, Leafy Greens
I love green smoothies and they wouldn’t truly be green without dark leafy greens. Boasting numerous health benefits, vitamins, minerals, and weight-loss properties, dark, leafy greens are among the healthiest foods you can eat. In fact, if you eat them regularly, you will improve your overall health and have less chance of developing certain diseases. […]
6 Reasons You Should Avoid Non-Prescription Diet Pills
Losing weight is hard work it’s no surprise that people turn to diet pills. Creating menus, counting calories, and exercising all take a great deal of effort and require a lifestyle change – something that’s not easy to accomplish. To make matters worse, the weight comes off very slowly even when you’re doing everything right. […]
Jacquelyn lost 76 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Jacquelyn lost 76 pounds in 7 months by following the Weight Watchers plan and exercising hard. Here is what she shared with us: I’ve lost 76 pounds since Jan 1st, 2013. My motivation is my mom,my son and my best friend. Weight watchers and exercising are the only things […]
Extreme Weight Loss: Congrats to Chantell Johnson for Dropping 159 pounds
Last night, the BWLW Sisterhood chatted on Facebook while watching Chantell Johnson lose 159 pounds on Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition. Her starting weight was 327. We cried. We got mad at her relatives. We cheered. We were so happy for her. On her blog, she says… Your lifestyle must change. You can never “go […]
Felice lost 60 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Felice lost 60 pounds after dealing with divorce, finding new love and having her first child. I think her story is one that a lot of ladies will relate to. Here is what she shared with us: My name is Felice and my journey started in 2007. To make […]
Rachelle lost 27 pounds
Breast Cancer Survivor Rachelle lost 27 pounds and 2 dress sizes by cutting calories, eating fat burning foods, using MyFitnessPal and walking. Let’s show her some BWLW Love. Here is what she shared with us: First, I would like to say that I love your site and you are, in part, the reason I decided to […]
Nikki lost 50 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Nikki lost 50 pounds, down from 250+. She lost weight by eating clean, running and she will be doing her first 5k in Sept. 2013. Here is what she shared with us: Hi my name is Nikki. I wanted to share my weight loss journey and hopefully encourage someone else […]
Shaniqua lost 102 pounds
Let’s show some Black Women Losing Weight love to Shaniqua! She has lost 102 pounds going from 285 pounds down to 183 pounds. Check out her before and after photos. Here is what she shared with us: “This has been the longest journey of my life. Depression had me at my heaviest weight in 2006. […]
Natalie lost 43 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: Natalie lost 43 pounds by eating healthier and working out 4-6 hours per week. Her story shows that weight loss has it’s ups and downs and it takes time, but you can re-commit and have success. Here is what she shared with us: My name is Natalie […]