Acid reflux can turn your favorite foods into your worst enemies. A recent study, however, found that a decrease in carbohydrates corresponded with a decrease in symptoms of acid reflux in test subjects. What is acid reflux? If you’ve…
People are worried about their weight, and for good reason. Despite widespread awareness of the dangers of the obesity crisis, obesity is at an all-time high with more than one-third of U.S. adults being critically overweight1. Not only…
The increasing levels of obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and other diet-related health issues are the main epidemic facing the United States and other developed countries in the world today. A study by the American Heart Association1 finds that…
A study from January 21, 2018 reports that more Americans would rather change their diet (46 percent) than exercise more (44 percent). Among these findings, more women (51 percent) would rather lose weight through dietary efforts. Likewise, more…
We know why you’re here, keto friend, and we’ve been there too – this is a judgment-free zone. Truth is, while the ketogenic diet is highly effective and relatively easy to follow, the temptation to give in to…
Are you addicted to sugar? Sugar addiction is far more common than most people are able to recognize. Because added sugar has infiltrated nearly every part of our diets, it can be very difficult to recognize when you…
Overconsumption of sugar is at an all-time high. As the obesity crisis in America continues to expand (no pun intended), so has our obsession with sugary sweets and foods; according to one literature review, our overconsumption of simple…
Most of us could benefit from getting a little more hydration into our diet! A number of studies have found evidence that supports the idea that drinking more water can increase metabolism. This means that staying hydrated may…
Have you been counting fewer sheep than usual? You might be seeing the results of your lack of Z’s on the scale. Sleep is your body’s time to repair and prepare for the coming day, both physiologically and…
When it comes to losing weight, finding the right exercise is a crucial key to dropping the number on the scale and keeping the pounds off for good. However, many people find it’s tough to motivate themselves to get their hearts…