Music is My Motivator...
Wednesday July 29, 2009
One of the most novel exercise tips I've heard lately is to "save" your favorite playlist on your MP3 player until you work out. If you don't exercise, ... Read More
I Scream for (Healthy) Ice Cream
Tuesday July 28, 2009
Ice cream is a summertime must-have and just because the season is soon coming to a close, that doesn't mean are cravings are too! That's why I'm constantly on ... Read More
Saturday "Smart Swap!": Lunch You can "Zap"
Saturday July 25, 2009
An easy way to save calories (and cash!) at work is to just say "no" to fast food runs and "yes" to brown-bagging microwave meals.
One of the easiest ways to ... Read More
Romaine Lettuce Recalled
Friday July 24, 2009
Tanimura & Antle Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of cartons of bulk or wrapped romaine lettuce with the lot code 531380. The lettuce was sold to retail, wholesale ... Read More
"Click This!": Better Sleep
Wednesday July 22, 2009
Since not getting enough sleep can be connected to weight, it's important for us all to get those 40 winks each night ... and to make sure all 40 of ... Read More
Saturday "Smart Swap!": Pizza Pointer
Saturday July 18, 2009
What's even better than hitting a pizzeria on a Saturday night? Saving calories while still enjoying a slice! Switch from two large slices of cheese pizza to a ... Read More
A Spicy Way to Cut Coffee Calories...
Tuesday July 14, 2009
A friend recently suggested a way for me to cut calories from my morning coffee. I finally got around to trying it this morning and I was so thrilled ... Read More
Ethnic Dining Quick Guide: Japanese
Monday July 13, 2009
If you have a craving for Japanese food, then you'll want to check out our newest ethnic dining "Quick Guide" -- it's got all the best choices (and worst!) listed ... Read More
Dear Diary...
Sunday July 12, 2009
A food diary is like a secret weapon in the weight-loss arsenal. It is the best way of getting a true picture of what your eating habits are like and ... Read More
Saturday "Smart Swap!": Pancake Topping Pointer
Saturday July 11, 2009
Mmmm ... Saturdays mean pancakes at my house! If we sleep in, we're not averse to having them for dinner! But, my favorite pancake-topper was costing me way ... Read More
Are You Getting Fresh?
Friday July 10, 2009
Fresh fruit is always a diet staple, but it's especially refreshing in the summer -- it will cool you off when it's served up chilled and it helps you stay ... Read More
"Sneaky" Summer Activities
Thursday July 9, 2009
If it's hot weather where you are, you may find your energy drained and your motivation tapped out by the end of a scorcher. Instead of aiming for a ... Read More
Walking Not Working?
Wednesday July 8, 2009
Walking is a great exercise for losing weight, but if you keep taking the same walk at the same pace, week after week, and month after month, you may find ... Read More
"Have Your Say!": What's the Pay-Off for Losing Weight?
Tuesday July 7, 2009
There is a recent article discussing money as motivation for weight loss at nytimes.com that I found interesting. The sub title says "Weight loss is so hard you can ... Read More
Are You Ready to Move Your Workout Indoors, Too?
Monday July 6, 2009
I still haven't returned to my daily outdoor walks. It was so humid today I think my cat broke a sweat. I'm lucky to have a library of ... Read More
Saturday "Smart Swap"!
Saturday July 4, 2009
In the mood for an onion ring fix? Say you split a Chili's Awesome Blossom with sauce with a pal. You'll eat about 1,355 calories -- that's almost ... Read More
Guide to Healthy Snacks
Friday July 3, 2009
Snacks are an important part of losing weight -- they help you manage your hunger level to prevent overeating and allow you the opportunity to enjoy small portions of the ... Read More
"Click This!": Exercise in the Heat
Thursday July 2, 2009
I have officially moved my exercise routine indoors. Last summer, the heat just didn't seem to get to me as much as it is this year. I was ... Read More

