Balanced Eating

What Worked for Me: My Weight Loss Tips

Losing almost 25 pounds was not easy, and the weight did not come off quickly. I did, however, learn a number of healthy habits that have helped me maintain my weight for about 5 years now. Check out what worked for me!

Navigating Social Events and Dining Out

Parties, holiday gatherings, and dining out are some of my favorite activities in life, mostly because of the wonderful family and friends at these events, but the food is also something that I enjoy immensely! I have a number of tricks and tips that enable me to splurge, but not over-do-it. Navigating Social Event and Dining Out: Part II.

“Healthy” Fast Food

While I don’t indulge in “hard core” fast food (e.g. a burger from McDonald’s), I will occasionally eat a burrito from Chipotle or a small “Frosty” from Wendy’s. In my opinion, eating fast food in moderation is totally fine and can be part of an overall healthy diet. Here are a few of my tips for enjoying fast food in a “healthy” way.

Get Snackin’

As you guys know, I’m a snacker! I just LOVE ‘em! Snacks are a great way to pack in extra nutrition and curb hunger so you don’t overeat at the next meal. Planning snacks ahead of time is a good way to prevent vending machine runs and office temptations (hello, donuts and baked goods!). Just keep in mind that a snack is meant to carry you over to the next meal, not be a meal.

Healthy Cocktails: Tips and Tricks

What can I say? I’m a gal who enjoys a good cocktail every now and then! Of course, we all know that most drinks are filled with lots of “empty” calories. Find out how I slim-down calories from my favorite cocktails without limiting the fun!

How to Enjoy the Holidays Without Over-Eating

Staying on-track during the holiday season is definitely not easy, especially if you love to eat, like I do! The holidays are a tough time for me, but here are some of my favorite tips that help me indulge, but prevent me from enjoying all of those holiday treats a little too much!

Avoiding Office Temptations

The free food and baked goods are never-ending in my office! These treats are often difficult to resist, especially when they are just feet from my desk! Check out what strategies and ideas CNC readers had for avoiding these office temptations.