When it comes to fiber – bars are not the best. They are high in calories and they have less fiber than you typically need. If you want fiber, increase your fruits and your vegetables. There are a whole lot of benefits to getting fiber from these “non-processed” items
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For a while it seemed that everyone was talking about the importance of fiber, and its role in preventing a variety of diseases. After much speculation, we now have a few answers about what fiber really does, and what makes it an important component of good nutrition.
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One of the most common bits of misinformation is that peanuts – and hence, peanut butter – is protein – or a healthy snack — or a complex carbohydrate. Book after book on my shelf lists peanuts as a great source of protein, and a “snack that is healthy for you.”
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When it comes to finding simple things to lose ten pounds in a year, often the answer is easy. It means changing your tastes – and finding something that is a lower calorie alternative or substitution for what you normally drink.
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Many people think that juices are a great thing- and they are – but if you are thirsty, think of water– zero calories — zero. So if you change that one habit- have water where you would have had juice– in a year, you will have saved ten pounds.
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It takes 15 minutes to run through a fast food drive through and 1500 calories! Why not make a meal in less than 15 minutes, and 350 calories… with more helpings than a burger? Want the recipe? Watch this!
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The Lap-Band weight loss surgery is explained by Dr. Terry Simpson, FACS. Dr. Simpson is the leading weight loss surgeon in the greater Phoenix area.
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If you are trying to lose weight, then you want to have foods that will be used as fuel and not stored as fat. With highly processed foods- like these snack treats -they are quickly stored as fat – and not used by the body as fuel.
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Did you know that salads can do more harm than good? Watch this short video to learn more!
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