Posts Tagged ‘calories’
Counting calories and other diet myths busted
Figuring out the right diet for you is challenging! And it is made even harder by all of the information – good and bad – readily available online. It’s important to recognize that not all of the information that we read and/or believe is actually true when it comes to dieting and your body. Here…
Read MoreTired of counting calories and obsessing about how much you eat? Consider focusing on this instead!
There is no shortage of health information available on the internet, in the media, and from well-meaning family and friends. But some of that information may be doing you more harm than good. In this post I spill the beans about some common healthy eating myths and what matters just as much or even more…
Read MoreDo Calories Count?
What’s more important calories or hormones? This is a frequently asked, question, particularly when it comes to weight control. Though there isn’t a simple answer to that question, hormones are major players when it comes to hunger, satiety, weight control and cravings. However calories do count, but what matters when it comes to dieting? Well…
Read MoreIs the Keto diet for you?
Ketogenic Diet 101 I regularly get asked if the Metabolic Balance® program is based on the Ketogenic diet. The answer is no. However, it’s my preferred program for helping people lose weight and keep it off and in many cases see improvements in certain health conditions. Clients regularly describe how the program has improved their…
Read MoreThe Coconut Oil Craze
The Coconut Oil Craze – Should I Jump on the Bandwagon Too? This is where I want to say ‘Yes, absolutely you should’ (end of post). And like you, I dream of the day when a ‘miracle’ food will be discovered. Coconut oil isn’t it. But what exactly is it about coconut oil that makes…
Read MoreCommon Weight Loss Myths Busted
Sometimes it seems that everyone has an opinion on weight loss. It’s full of bad oversimplified advice, and magical “non-diet” diet products. And this information is all over the internet. I am so pleased to bust these bad boys. Want to know why? It’s because I care about you. If you’re looking to lose weight,…
Read MoreIf you never overeat at meals (ever!) you’re not going to need these great tips
We all do it. Sometimes the amazing aroma and delicious flavour gets the best of us. Especially if we’re a bit on the hungry (or hangry) side. I’m talking about overeating at meals. This can have a big impact on our weight, energy levels, and overall health and well being. Of course our body needs…
Read MoreMetabolism and Calories-What’s the connection (and do I need to worry about it)? Find our here.
There’s a lot of talk about metabolism but what exactly is metabolism? What’s the connection between metabolism and calories and do I need to worry about it? Do calories really count? Well, yes, they do but they’re not the only thing that matters when it comes to how much you weigh and how much energy…
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