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3 Foods You Think Are Healthy But Aren't

Image Source We are all aware of the hidden sugars lurking in granola and bagels but you may not be aware of some other foods that pose a risk to your body and weight. Sifting through all of the “health” advice can b…
So I Gave Up Dairy

source Well, I have mostly given up dairy. (Apparently it is hidden in quite a lot of things, including caramel food coloring.) I did some research this past year on Chronic Fatigue (something I was diagnosed with as…
How to Eat Less: Easy Dinnerware Tips

source By making a change in the cutlery and dinner ware you use, you can greatly cut down on calories and have much better control over your portion sizes. All it will take is a few small changes and the difference w…
College Eating: What Can I Do to Spice Up My Yogurt?

source School started just a week ago, and along with classes, I decided to begin a healthier eating challenge. Since I started college, I developed a really bad habit. I would purchase lunch on campus two or three t…
A Flavor Explosion Discovery- Healthy, Hearty and Delicious Mexican Wrap

I hate tacos. But I love when "what's for dinner" forces me to be resourceful.So I made my own Mexican wrap! When I ate it, it tasted like flavor dynamite exploded in my mouth. I hopped on the flavor train with a one way…
Is this Yo-Yo Dieting?

source So today, my boyfriend and I were having a dicussion about weight loss. He went on to mention someone he knew who had a very "successful" weight loss, and it kind of confused me, a bit...He said: "It is okay to h…
Use Your Common Sense When Eating

source It's so hard not to get caught up in the latest diet trends and fads. It's so tempting to jump on a low calorie or low carb or vegetarian or whatever diet, to shed some quick pounds.You can't read a magazine…
Have a (Healthy) Valentine's Day Celebration with the Girls

image sourceSingle? In a Relationship? It's Complicated? Who cares what your Facebook relationship status says; Valentine's Day can and should be for everyone, significant other or not. Show your girlfriends how much y…
Which is Better?: Foods High in Calories vs. High in Fat

source We recieved this in a message. Can we help? "I have made a pledge to eat healthier this year but I have no idea where to start when it comes to reading the nutritional information on food products.I know that th…
Tips to Shed Those Last Few Pounds When You Have a Healthy Lifestyle

Image Source I feel like everywhere I go I run into people who want to shed those pesky 5-10 pounds that they gained over the holidays. Believe me folks, I feel ya. As with most things, maintaining your weight involves…