Lifestyle

Relapse is a major factor in recovery from an eating disorder and can happen to anyone. Recognizing that recovery is slow can be very difficult. Falling back into an eating disorder can be gradual and before you know it, you'll be back in the same eating disorder struggle as before. This post features his five...

Starting a new diet can be very difficult, especially if you want to get the whole family on the program. You'll be curious... I find some people start a low-carb diet and have two meals a day to improve their health and lose weight. One for myself and one for my family. Instead of going through...

When creating your nutrition plan, it's important to eat right before your training session. If you don't do this, your workout won't perform as well and you won't recover as quickly. The most important time to refuel your body is a few hours before exerting extra energy. So don't ignore these pre-workout considerations when evaluating...

When did you realize emotional eating was bad for you? When did you start describing food as "bad" or "good"? Why did you overeat in the first place? “Eat, feel guilty, repeat”; this is the cycle of many people who have been on autopilot with their diet, knowing something upsets you and food makes you...

If you've been smoking for a while, you know it's not easy to get used to. But it's not impossible. To successfully quit smoking, you need the right tools and information. Smoking is bad for your health as it can cause many diseases such as lung cancer, heart disease, and emphysema. Smoking also increases your...

In our age of information overload, there are many myths about carbohydrates and our diet. Find out why the power of good carbohydrates boosts diet and metabolism along with weight loss. Carbohydrates are one such source of enjoyment in our diet, but eliminating or depriving them impairs our metabolism. Studies have shown that combining...

Almonds are the oldest and most commonly grown nuts in the world. Including it in your diet improves your overall well-being. Almonds contain healthy fats that give your body the energy and fuel it needs for daily activities. It's important to note that not all fats make you fat. There are bad fats like trans...

Since 60% of the body is made up of water, it is essential to stay hydrated. A person's water intake requirements vary depending on age, activity level, weight, health, and environment (hot or cold weather). Drink plenty of fluids after exercise, and sweat profusely if you have a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. The Institute...

If you're lucky enough to own a hot tub or hot tub, you know exactly how wonderful it is to jump into de-stress and unwind after a long day at work. Light up the mood with soft music and feel miles away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. People who have recently started...

A good day usually begins and ends with a deep, refreshing, and energizing sleep. Not only is it exhausting, but it can also be very frustrating. Especially when you're watching the hours tick by in search of some quality to close your eyes... But even the most regular sleepers among us hit a roadblock...