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Food labels can often seem complex and confusing. The writing is tiny, meanings are unclear, and scientific jargon can sound like another language entirely. However, knowing how to read food labels is essential if you’re going to succeed at losing weight. So let’s take a look at exactly what they mean and how to use the info on them to your advantage. Why calories aren’t as simple as you might think Calories are often the first thing we look out for on a food label, but they’re not as simple as you may think. Calories are a unit that measures...

It’s World Vegetarian Day! And Here’s 5 Major Health Benefits Of Going Meat-Free October 1st marks World Vegetarian Day, and to mark the occasion, we thought we’d take a look at some of the many health (and weight loss) benefits associated with living a vegetarian lifestyle. People follow a vegetarian diet for lots of different reasons, whether that be their ethical stance, environmental concerns or simply to save money. Whether these factors are important to you or not, we’re guessing weight loss is, and the fact is, the universal health benefits of vegetarian living are simply too great to ignore....

If you’re wondering how to get rid of cellulite, you’re not alone. The dreaded orange peel effect haunts almost 90% of women (even supermodels), and it’s one of the most common issues that damages body confidence. Companies have spawned an entire industry of lotions, creams, and cosmetic treatments that are designed to reduce its appearance. But these won’t help you get rid of cellulite permanently and are usually only short-term fixes (if they work at all). The key to reducing cellulite long-term is a combination of maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly. Being overweight can intensify its appearance, so...

When you want to lose weight, it’s best to start with your diet. And though many people have a general sense of what’s good for them and what isn’t, many still struggle to lose weight. But it isn’t because they aren’t trying or aren’t eating the right foods. Often, it’s because they’re eating the wrong portion sizes. Practical approaches to portion control Portion control is especially challenging today. Portions in restaurants are bigger than ever. Even the portions of meats and other foods in your grocery store are getting larger every year. In fact, some studies reveal that since the...

Finding ourselves with loose skin after weight loss can be incredibly frustrating. We’ve worked so hard and achieved so much, yet we’re still not 100% happy with the results. It can be hard not to feel disappointment. But, knowing how to tighten skin (as well as prevent excess skin in the first place) can make a real difference to how we perceive our bodies and value our hard-fought results. Before we dive into how to tighten skin after losing weight, it’s important to take a moment and be proud of what you’ve already achieved. Weight loss will have had a...