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Here’s something you’ve probably heard before: if you want to lose weight and keep it off, all you need is a healthy diet and exercise. Easier said than done, right? For many of us, it’s just not that simple. The scientific fact is, a balanced diet and a strong...

Science, Front and Center: How Weight Loss Centers Take a Scientific Approach to Battling Obesity People struggle with obesity all over the world. Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Weight loss takes a lot of time, planning, strenuous effort, and in...

1. Don’t skip meals and snacks all day to “save up” for dinner.  Skipping meals and snacks tend to lead to over-eating at dinner, making you feel sick with an overstuffed belly. Sticking to a regular eating schedule will continue to boost your metabolism and keep you...

We all know that a healthy diet is a key component to sustained weight loss. But why? What exactly is happening in our bodies that makes us gain or lose weight based on the food that we eat? To understand the science behind our diets, we need to understand our...

Let’s be clear: the combination of diet and exercise is the best way to lose weight and build a sustainable, long-term healthy lifestyle. But it takes time. And for some people, that delayed gratification can deter them from continuing on their journey. For them,...

You’re not alone on this one. Many people struggle with stubborn stomach fat. No matter how hard they try, it still hangs around like an unwanted house guest. Although it’s difficult to focus your weight loss on a specific body region, we’ve got a few science-based...

The fact that you’re reading this blog means you’re already on your weight loss journey. Congrats! You’ve made the decision to lose weight and develop a healthier lifestyle. That’s an important first step and worth celebrating in itself. But now the real work begins....

It’s not hard to find a weight loss program. There are just as many diets on the internet as there are cat videos. What is a challenge, however, is deciding which weight loss program is right for you. In order to lose weight, and maintain your weight loss, you need to...

The physical benefits of weight loss are obvious. But did you know science has proven that weight loss has a wide array of mental health benefits as well? From reducing anxiety to boosting self-esteem, a proper weight loss program can truly reshape your life. Reduce...

When we think of a good workout, we tend to picture deep breathing, a red face, and being drenched in sweat. The more buckets of sweat we produce, the better the workout, right? Well, let’s hold up a sec. What does the science say about that? Do we actually burn more...