We know there are “good fats” and “bad fats”. But did you know that consuming certain types of fat can actually help you lose fat? The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published a study in 2007 that showed that people who swallowed 1.9 grams of of omega-3s daily and did cardio a little more than 2 hours a week reduced their body fat, lowered their triglycerides and raised their HDL...

Chances are that as a busy person you may sometimes succumb to the lure of quick and easy fast food. Don’t do it. Please, just don’t. BUT, if you do happen to find yourself at a fast food restaurant, do yourself a favor and avoid these foods that sometimes disguise themselves as “healthy”: Sausage platters for breakfast Pretty much all breakfast sausage platters at fast food restaurants are...

The fat loss battle is fought on many fronts. The frequency and type of exercise(s) you perform (or the lack thereof), getting enough sleep, having the right mental attitude and of course, your eating habits are all critical factors in optimizing your fat loss. Each one plays a significant role in your overall health buy generic acomplia and well being as well. But perhaps the most important factor is what you...

Image by Jill – Glossy Veneer via Flickr As someone who is ultra-busy and on a budget, I’m always looking for ways to both eat healthy and save some money, so more often than not, I brown bag it. My kids often take sandwiches to school also. I’m guessing I’m a lot like many of you in that respect. So I figured I’d give you some tips on how to pick the healthiest sandwich bread for you...