Stress is everywhere. In fact, we are living through an exceptionally stressful time. As a working doctor, I know I’m feeling the pinch, and there’s a good chance you are too. Unfortunately, in times of stress, a lot of us turn to familiar vices like unhealthy eating, or over-drinking to cope. That’s why today I’m
Are you a carb craver? If so, you’re not alone. Carb sensitivity and cravings are a BIG problem for a lot of people. We all crave carbs, but for many, satisfying those carb cravings means eating foods like breads, pastas, rice and potatoes. When eaten too frequently, these foods can increase your weight and affect
Metabolism is how your body changes the nutrients in the food and drink you consume into energy. And energy is essential for your body to function on every level. As you get older, your metabolism slows down. So, you want to do everything you can to fuel its fires and keep it going strong. The
Not all food is created equal. In fact, certain foods are so nutrient-dense and packed with antioxidants that they are considered “superfoods.” Superfoods fuel your body so it can fight back against chronic disease and aging. These powerhouse foods also help you lose weight faster, feel more energetic, and lead to a full night’s sleep. That’s
Do you know what your Healthy Habits Blocker is? It’s that one “thing” that stops you from living a long-term, healthy lifestyle. There are three main “blockers” that could be holding you back from living the life you deserve. Healthy Habits Blocker Types #1: Yourself You keep telling yourself “this week” or “this month” is where
Did you know that it’s easier to stick with a weight loss plan when you have support and accountability? It’s true and research backs it up. Studies have shown that people who started on diet programs that have a social component were far more likely to keep their weight off than going it alone. There
Yes, you really can turn errands into exercise! Everyone has a reason to avoid exercising. Maybe the weather puts a “rain delay” on our daily walk or run. That delay eventually becomes a “rain cancellation.” Perhaps the gym is closed. Or…you’re just too tired… Our subconscious mind is constantly at work, making excuses to talk
There is one thing you probably do every night that shuts down your ability to focus and wreaks havoc on your memory. You ever read a fact that you already “know”, presented in a new light, and have your mind just completely blown? For instance, we all know Bill Gates is rich… something like 80 Billion
Journaling can make a BIG difference in helping you develop healthy habits. I share this advice all the time, because it works! If you’re wondering why the scale stopped moving or if you’ve found yourself struggling to develop and actually maintain healthier habits… Start Journaling. Journaling helps you identify patterns about your habits, your health, and
Drinking hot lemon water every morning can help you lose more weight! It’s a quick and easy way to boost your results and has numerous other health benefits like: 1. Aids in digestion. To reap the most digestive benefits, it’s important that the lemon water is warm or hot. Warm water first thing in the morning
One of the biggest challenges in sticking with a diet and achieving the best results possible is that things can get redundant. The easiest and most effective “secret” to overcoming this is to load your diet with a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. When you’re meal prepping, even if you’re doing a great job it
One of the most common questions I get asked: does drinking water really help me lose weight? If so, how much do I really have to drink? While following the 17 Day Diet, you should drink eight 8-ounce glasses of pure water daily. When I say “pure water” this means just water. Not tea, not
If you’re like most people, you’re here because you’ve been trying to lose weight for months…maybe even YEARS. You haven’t yet experienced “weight loss success.” But you’ve tried every diet pill, eating program, and weight loss gimmick out there and you’re tired of not getting the results you want. You keep telling yourself “this week”
It keeps you on the right path… It always delivers on it’s promise… It’s the push you needed to go the extra mile… I’m talking about personal accountability. That’s because having someone to support you on your healthy lifestyle journey makes it so much easier. In fact, you’ll find everything falls into place. It’s also
Wonder why you’re not losing weight? I read a survey recently that said that two out of five people who diet regularly quit within the first seven days. One out of five last a month, and 20% make it to the 3 month mark. Wow… 80% is a huge number! 80% of people don’t follow
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