Protein plays a crucial role in a low-calorie diet for weight loss. It is essential not only for building and repairing tissues but also for maintaining muscle mass, especially when you’re consuming fewer calories. When you reduce your caloric intake, your body might start using muscle protein for energy. Adequate protein intake helps prevent muscle […]
Menopause can be associated with changes in weight and body composition for many women. Several factors contribute to weight gain during menopause, including hormonal changes, aging, and lifestyle factors. Here are some key factors: Hormonal Changes: Estrogen Levels: During menopause, a woman’s body experiences a decline in estrogen levels. Estrogen plays a role in regulating […]
As you embark on your Optifast Diet you’ll become familiar with the powder shake mixes. These mixes are a bit different from the ready-to-drink items you might stow away in your fridge for a late morning. They come in simple flavors, including vanilla, chocolate and strawberry, and once you learn the ropes of the Optifast […]
Are you getting ready to start a new weight loss medications? Make sure that you set yourself up for success by following these four steps to achieve your weight loss goals: Step 1: Put Together a Structured Plan In order to meet your goals, you need to know exactly what those goals are and the […]
Summer is here, schools are gearing up to let out and for many people that means barbeque season is in full swing. The OPTIFAST weight loss program is great in the warm weather. You can mix your OPTIFAST shakes with ice in a blender to create a flavorful smoothie that is cool, refreshing and satiating. Or you can take your meal bars on the go as you enjoy the renewed energy levels losing weight often delivers.
Family dynamics will have a large influence on your eating habits throughout the course of your life. The problem is that not everyone comes from a particularly healthy family. Moms and Dads have their own struggles with eating behaviors that they too often pass down to their kids—something you may be familiar with if you […]
As winter sets in and the weather grows colder, make sure you drink enough water while keeping up with medical weight loss in New Jersey. It’s easy to remember to drink water when it’s warm out. As you sweat and trudge through the heat, your body reminds you with every step that you are in […]
It can be hard to stay motivated as you are trying to lose weight. After spending an entire day hungry, thinking about creative ways to cook vegetables as you avoid the donuts in the office lounge motivation often seems to disappear. One reason that you may have trouble staying motivated to lose weight is because […]
A medical weight loss program is an effective way to get rid of the excess weight and achieve the body that you desire, but there are a few things that might prevent you from achieving your weight loss goals. One thing that many dieters struggle with is emotional eating, because it can be difficult to […]
Are you struggling with weight loss even though you’ve already made some big changes to your diet and lifestyle? You exercise more, eat healthy foods and even threw away all the junk food. So if you’re doing everything ‘right,’ why are you still struggling to lose weight? The surprising answer: your kitchen. According to a […]