Category Archives: Weight Management

Fruits are well-known for their health promoting properties. Most fruits are high in a variety of vitamins and phytonutrients, and almost all fruits contain some level of antioxidants. Below is a list of four fruits that are touted as ‘super fruits’ and an explanation as to what makes them so special. Super Fruit #1: Acai ...click here to read more

We all know someone who can seemingly eat whatever they want, and never gain a pound. Unfortunately most of us are not so blessed, and the reason for this lies largely in the metabolism. The metabolism involves hormones and enzymes which both convert food into fuel and also determine how efficiently your body burns that ...click here to read more

Spring is all about starting fresh and that can include adjustments to our lifestyle. Many North Americans choose this time of year to begin new diet and exercise programs, and in recent years the spring detox has become very popular. There is a good and bad way to go about detoxification though. Registered dieticians say ...click here to read more

They might be high in calories but they do have a time and a place. In fact, one study found that replacing a high carbohydrate snack with two ounces of nuts (per day) helped with glycemic and lipid control for those afflicted with type-2 diabetes. Two ounces seems to be the magic number, too. Other ...click here to read more

There is evidence that shows that vegetarians have a lower risk of obesity, type II diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease and some cancers. Unlike what many people believe, vegetarian diets can be nutritionally balanced with proper meal planning. While there is no single vegetarian diet, vegetarian eating patterns usually fall into one ...click here to read more

Adopting an optimistic outlook, surrounding yourself with loved ones, and exercising regularly will all help you to age gracefully. Consuming a healthy diet is also vitally important and choosing healthy food over processed food will help to increase your energy levels and reduce your risk of obesity. Reducing your risk of obesity is very important ...click here to read more

Food shouldn’t be your arch-nemesis, but in some cases, if you are fighting weight gain and obesity issues, maybe some of your food fears are completely justified. Fattening and high calorie foods can cause weight gain if you can’t exercise enough to burn the extra calories. While a little indulgence isn’t the worst possible thing, ...click here to read more

Is being single the new age way to lose the extra belly fat? It might not be that far out of an idea. A study published in Obesity Research reported an average weight gain of six to eight pounds over the two year period following marriage. And it’s not the first study that has determined ...click here to read more

Compulsive eating occurs when an individual experiences a complete lack of control around food, and consumes excessive amount of it; either all at once, or by continuously grazing throughout the day. Compulsive over-eaters tend to obsess about food and eating provides a feeling of relief and joy. Unfortunately this sort of relationship with food vastly ...click here to read more

If you’re trying to lose weight you may be keeping track of how many calories you’re consuming. Cutting back carbohydrates, particularly sugar, is one way in which many people cut calories out of their diets in an attempt to lose weight. Many people think that sugar is only found in junk food, however, this is ...click here to read more

It is estimated that over 34 % of adults over the age of 20 are currently obese and due in part to a lack of propensity towards healthy food, diets and exercise regimes, this number is continuously growing.  Obesity is a serious health issue and it vastly increases a person’s likelihood for developing cardiovascular disorders ...click here to read more

Does your body mass index (BMI) suggest that you need to lose weight or register in a local weight loss program?   For decades, BMI has been regarded as the standard tool in determining the amount of body fat of an individual, based on the ratio of the person’s height and weight.  The BMI of a ...click here to read more

People’s diets have changed drastically over the past few decades. Diets now consist of high-fat, high-carbohydrate, and calorie packed foods that have added on pounds to millions of people. The change in the diets of has increased obesity levels in this country – approximately 25% of North American adults are obese. It is accepted that ...click here to read more

With obesity levels on the rise, people around the world are looking for a quick weight loss aid. A recent airing of the Dr. Oz show showcased a “miracle” weight loss aid – raspberry ketone. As the result of the claims made on the show, people are rushing out to buy this weight loss product, ...click here to read more