It’s the same story every January; millions of people distill their hopes and dreams for self-improvement into a shiny set of New Year’s resolutions. So, why is it that so many New Year’s resolutions fail every year? Past studies and surveys have concluded that, by...

When you have a weight loss goal, you probably break out the scale first. After all, it's one of the easiest ways to measure your progress. But, there are limitations to what that number can tell you, and in many instances, it can take you down the wrong path. Body...

Have you tried to lose weight by cutting down the amount of food you eat? Do you still feel hungry and not satisfied after eating? Or have you avoided trying to lose weight because you’re afraid of feeling hungry all the time? If so, you are not alone. Many people...

Have you tried losing weight recently? Maybe you shed a few pounds but then the weight crept back and you returned to eating habits that are tough to change. Now that a New Year has started it’s a great time to try again. Getting to or staying at a healthy weight is...

The beginning of a new year is a great time to make healthy lifestyle changes, give up bad habits, and improve your well-being. It’s no wonder that many Americans celebrate the New Year by resolving to get healthier. The most popular New Year’s Resolutions include...

For many of us, the New Year brings pressure to overhaul our lives with diet and lifestyle changes. When it comes to weight loss and dieting, small changes are better than no changes at all. Setting easy goals can give you the confidence to move on and accomplish even...

Let’s face it – most of us overdo it during the holiday season. It’s incredibly hard to avoid all those cookies, fruitcakes, homemade candy and designer chocolates lying around just begging to be eaten. The holidays are a time of fun, friends, family and food. Though...

With non-stop parties, gift shopping, and traveling, the holidays can be a trying time for many of us. And when you are trying to stay on a relatively healthy track, the season can definitely bring on its share of challenges. Tempting seasonal sweets and little time...

Before you even begin to attack a weight-loss plan, it pays to remember this: You are not fat. You have fat. Losing weight isn't about blame or shame; it's simply another achievement to accomplish. As long as you act in a smart, reasonable way, you'll ultimately get...

When thinking of eating disorders the stereotypical image of young, slender teenagers springs to mind for many. But conditions like anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder can strike in people of any size and age, including midlife.  As the...