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On vacation … or likely to be on one soon? Last week we talked about Healthy Vacation Eating, and now we turn to another pillar of healthy living, exercise, which can also work well, with a bit of planning and creativity … while on the road. Here’s a list of “The 10 Most Slimming Vacations” (destinations in the USA) which were

How important is organic nutrition to effective weight loss and maintenance? Assuming that optimum health includes effective weight loss and maintenance, perhaps it might be helpful to re-frame the question as “How important is organic nutrition to optimum health?” First, let’s review the criteria a food must have to qualify for the USDA organic label from the official website: “USDA organic

With the summer solstice upon us in a few days, it’s time to contemplate delicious – yet simple – summer fare that satisfies palate, wallet, and waistline. Here are some example ideas to contemplate … and savor. From this “Healthy Quick & Easy Dinner Recipes” article, we find suggestions such as: Grilled Salmon with Tomatoes & Basil Summer Squash &

Sometimes it’s helpful to return to KISS: Keep It Simple – Strategies. When weight loss and maintenance becomes overly complicated and burdensome, it’s time to get back to basics. Fortunately there are numerous simple techniques that are low cost or no cost, both in terms of effort and finances. It should also go without saying that if you consume less,

Ladies, we get it. When you’re wanting to make changes to your diet and lifestyle, everything you read online can be really overpowering. Fear not, there are plenty of amendments you can make that you won’t even realize have gone. Easy like-for-like swaps can be an efficient way of cutting sugar, salt, and fat, but without depriving yourself of the

It could be because of social media, models in magazines, or the ridiculous amount of reality shows where everyone seems to look perfect. Whatever the reason may be, it’s made us all feel like there is always something we need to fix or change. We completely get it, ladies, and it’s frustrating. Although, if there is something you would like

Ladies, we’re all in the same boat here. You want to exercise, but the thought of fitting a gym workout into your day seems completely impossible. Understandably, on some days that is likely true. However, it is really important to ensure that you make time to look after yourself. For many women, exercise is something we know we should do,

Trust me, ladies, we all know the feeling, life has gotten in the way again and your goals have been kicked to the curb. Whether it’s family, work commitments or if you’ve just let loose over the holiday season, it has made your exercise routine feel like a distant memory. The thought of starting your routine up again can feel

IMPORTANT UPDATE!!! The BodyLight July 4, 2017 SPECIAL has been extended an extra day! Details here! In a prior article we explored KISS: Keep It Simple – Strategies. Here’s another heap of helpful hints for sensible sized servings and manageable meal moderation. This article on 14 Ways to Cut Portions Without Feeling Hungry has some fine formulations for furthering food fun …

I get it, ladies, we all wish that we could magically have our dream body and that it could be quick and easy. Sadly, this can’t be the case and taking extreme measures to lose weight quickly can actually backfire and have a negative effect, causing you to gain all the weight you worked hard to lose. If you’re just