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Every February 2nd, we look to the groundhog for a signal of what we can expect in the change of seasons. Will it be six more weeks of winter or will we welcome an early spring? That got us thinking about this funny time of year when six weeks is made to feel dark and miserable. Why not turn it around into something positive and productive, regardless of what the groundhog has to say?
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You bounce out of bed at 6am and head off to the gym for an hour-long sweat. After a good workout, you have a nutritious, veggie omelet with juicy ripe tomatoes you picked from your garden. The kids are already up and dressed, eager to get to school. You hit all of the green lights on the way to work, where you breeze through morning meetings and then have a fresh tossed salad with just the perfect amount of flavor. After a fun, productive afternoon you head home where a delicious, healthy dinner is already served on the kitchen table. Feeling satisfied, you play some board games with the family and head off to a peaceful slumber before doing it all again the next day.
Does this sound familiar? Sure, maybe in a dream. But then there’s reality… MORE …
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The scariest part about Halloween is the sugar overload???at least from a weight loss perspective. But you can have a happy, healthy Halloween without sacrificing the fun. Keep your sweet tooth in check by following some easy tricks (yes, treats included).
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After a long day at work, you walk in the door hungry and tired. What’s more appealing: a fresh piece of fruit or potato chips? When you’re run down and exhausted, the latter may be your instinct, but a new study shows you can train your brain to prefer healthier options.
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You may be making your best effort to lose weight and eat healthy, but calories can be sneaky. Sometimes so-called health foods can be the culprit. It’s easy to underestimate how much you’re really eating, but knowledge is the first step. Find out which foods may be contributing to weight gain, and learn how to stay satisfied without packing on the pounds.
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The holiday season is summed up with friends, family, parties, peppermint, and food, lots of food. The latter isn’t the best for your medical weight loss plan, but you can get through the holiday season unscathed and ready to tackle the new year on weight loss track.
Tags: balanced nutrition, cravings, eating well, holidays and dieting, junk food
