A high-sugar breakfast can cause a spike in blood sugar that is followed by a drop in blood sugar. This creates a roller coaster ride of hunger, carbohydrate cravings, and decreased energy levels.

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As you lose weight, your body needs fewer calories to maintain the new you. This reduced need for calories makes losing the last 10 pounds especially hard. Try these tips to push through a plateau and reach your goal weight.

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A poor body image can make you miserable and even prevent you from meeting your fitness goals. Follow these steps to maximize your chances of success by incorporating self-love and self-respect into your health journey.

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As seasons change, you may notice a change in your eating and exercise habits. While some of these changes are positive, others can hurt your choices and lead to unwanted weight gain.

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Chronic dieting can result in a numbing of hunger signals and an inability to recognize fullness. If you don't respond to hunger knocking on that internal door, eventually, it will stop knocking. Eating then occurs in response to stimuli other than true hunger, and that's when the troubles begin — often resulting in emotional eating and rebound binges.

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A healthy lifestyle doesn’t mean giving up treats entirely. Here are a few ideas for treating yourself this summer.

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Many people experience an increase in appetite when training for events that require long, intense exercise sessions. Adequately fueling your body for the activity is essential, but increased hunger makes it easy to overconsume calories.

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Setting goals allows you to identify where you want to be and helps you create a plan for getting there. Goals are a source of motivation, but when they are not well designed, they can set you up to fail. Follow these tips to set effective goals that result in S-U-C-C-E-S-S.

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Step 1: Workout early

The summer heat can derail your best intentions for an afternoon workout, so exercise in the morning. It’s best to avoid outdoor exercise between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm when the sun is strongest. Heat and humidity during this time force you to decrease the intensity or length of your workout and can put you at risk of overheating. The cooler temperatures and less intense sun make a morning workout more enjoyable.

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Meal delivery services that bring recipes and ingredients to your door are a growing trend for those who want to cook more. If your goal is weight loss, your priorities may differ from the average consumer's. Below are a few things to investigate as you choose a meal delivery service that is right for you.

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