There was a time when we thought of health as simply the absence of disease- as long as you were not sick, had low blood pressure, and good cholesterol readings, you were seen as a healthy person. Today we recognize that our health is defined by numerous other factors, such as (but not limited to): what we eat, physical fitness, sleep, levels of stress, emotional well-being, feeling connected to others, and our general outlook on life.
Eat More, Drink More, Weigh Less
It’s time we take a positive attitude towards eating and think in terms of more rather than less. Food packaging and media bombards us with messages of less; reduced calories, low sugar, fat free. This puts us in the mindset of deprivation and focusing on (and often obsessing over) all the things we “can’t” have. Alternatively, thinking in terms of more, specifically more water and more fresh vegetables, is a far more effective way to improve health and support weight loss.
6 Tips for Eating Out
While eating out is an occasional treat for some, it is part of an every day routine for others. Those who eat out frequently may find it considerably more challenging to lose weight. If you fall into this category, try following these simple guidelines the next time you place your order.
