Bloating ≠ Fat
Bloating that occurs during the day doesn't always mean you've gained weight. Gas, fluid retention, and bowel movements can all cause bloating.
Healthy Living
Small Daily Steps
A sustainable lifestyle is built on small, consistent habits that work for you.
Bread Is Not the Enemy
Bread can be part of a balanced diet. Whole-grain options, in particular, can help increase fiber intake. Portion size is key.
6 p.m. Is Not a Magic Hour
Eating after 6 p.m. does not, on its own, cause weight gain. What matters in weight management is total energy intake and your overall daily eating pattern.
A Craving for Sweets Might Not Be Due to a Lack of Willpower
Going without food for long periods, poor nutrition, stress, and lack of sleep can increase your cravings for sweets. Start by taking a look at your daily eating habits.
“Light” Doesn’t Always Mean “Unlimited”
Just because a product is "light" doesn't mean you can eat it without limit. Don't forget to consider both the product's nutritional values and serving size.
Breakfast Isn't a Must for Everyone
Not everyone’s meal schedule has to be the same. What’s important is to eat a sufficient and balanced diet throughout the day and to ensure that your meal schedule fits your lifestyle.
Have You Tried Eating Slowly?
Eating your meal more slowly can increase your awareness of what you’re eating. Taking short breaks between bites and putting your screen away can help you eat more mindfully.
Don't Be Afraid of Fruit
Fruits contain vitamins, minerals, water, and fiber. When trying to lose weight, the key is not to eliminate fruit entirely, but to balance your portion sizes and overall diet.
Eating Healthy ≠ Eating Perfectly
Straying from your plan for just one meal won’t throw off your entire routine. Healthy eating is more about finding a sustainable balance than striving for perfection.
Don't Wait Until You're Thirsty to Drink Water
Drinking water regularly throughout the day helps ensure adequate fluid intake. Keeping a bottle on your desk can make it easier to remember to drink water.
Not Every Increase on the Scale Is Fat
Daily fluctuations on the scale aren't caused solely by fat gain. Water retention, salt intake, hormonal changes, and the weight of intestinal contents can all affect your weight.
Not All Hunger Is True Hunger
When you feel like eating something, ask yourself, “Am I really hungry, or do I just want to eat because I’m bored?” Distinguishing between hunger and cravings is the first step toward mindfulness.
Avocados can help promote a feeling of fullness in balanced meals thanks to their healthy fat content.
When consumed in balanced portions, it makes for a satisfying addition to your meals.
Healthy eating is not a short-term program, but a sustainable lifestyle habit.
Small, consistent steps are more lasting than big, short-term changes.
Adding vegetables to your meals can help boost your fiber intake.
Colorful vegetables help you get a variety of vitamins and minerals.
Starting your day by drinking enough water can be a good way to kick off your daily fluid intake.
Drinking a glass of water when you wake up in the morning is a simple way to start making a habit of drinking water throughout the day.