When a woman is in a relationship, she almost always gains weight. You and your man spend more time together and less time at the gym.
You want to shed some pounds, and immediately your personal list of no-no’s grows. No bread or potatoes–too many carbs. No chocolate–too fattening. Sound familiar?…
Don’t let one day, one week, or even one year of blowing your diet affect your choices today and every day after.
For those of us who enjoy a good cocktail, it’s not always easy to avoid alcohol in social situations. Many events are centered around drinking, so unless you have the willpower, it’s unrealistic to attend a party and expect to sip water and diet soda all night. Moderation is definitely the key, but below are […]
I. Love. Sweets. And while I also love keeping my body tight and right, passing up sweet treats is not a sacrifice I am willing to make. I am also not willing to subscribe to silly suggestions like, “Just take one bite of chocolate cake and walk away. You’ll be satisfied.” Get. Real. It’s like […]
Apparently, joining the corporate weight loss challenge, or announcing on your Facebook and Twitter feeds that you’re trying to drop a few pounds will sabotage your sexy. It’s an interesting revelation, as I myself tend to be a doer. Running a site like this, I probably should let folks in on the daily process, but […]
Don’t let one day, one week, or even one year of blowing your diet affect your choices today and every day after. Pick up where you left off and start making those changes again. Of course we all fall into temptation and have that piece of cake or all those slices of pizza, but it […]
Demistify outdated and unhelpful diet rules to provide you with new guidelines that will actually help you reach your goals.
For those of us who enjoy a good cocktail, it’s not always easy to avoid alcohol in social situations. Many events are centered around drinking, so unless you have the willpower, it’s unrealistic to attend a party and expect to sip water and diet soda all night. Moderation is definitely the key, but below are […]
Want to stick to your diet? Start snacking. It helps control hunger and rein in portion sizes at meals. And don’t worry, it’s supposed to feel indulgent. If a healthy snack isn’t satisfying, you’ll go in search of something that is. Tara Gidus, R.D., of the American Dietetic Association, says “A snack should fill you […]
When thinking of detoxing your body from your poor eating habits, resist the call of juice diets, fasts, and other trendy but potentially dangerous cleanses. Self’s plan involves “eating clean”— focusing on naturally nutrient-rich whole foods, and cutting back on processed bites. 1. Abstain From Alcohol (kind of) “Alcohol is taxing on your liver, plus […]
HelloBeautiful's "Diaries of a Skinny Fat Girl" series goes underneath the loose-fitting shirts of our readers who are battling the bulge. Read one girl's story here!
