Binge eating disorder (BED) involves consuming abnormally large amounts of food (usually junk food) quickly. People with BED eat rapidly, barely chewing their food before swallowing and taking another bite. They report feeling disassociated from themselves during a BED episode and typically lose track of how much they have actually consumed. However, unlike individuals with […]
As weight-loss trends continue to dominate the world of health and wellness, more and more consumers are interested in calorie restriction. Limiting the number of calories you consume can have many benefits for your well-being. However, a low-calorie diet may also negatively impact your health in numerous ways. Here’s everything you need to know about […]
You’re exercising and limiting the size of your portions, but you’re not seeing the scale drop or your figure shape up. What gives? Well, that sugary, oversized coffee you’re having for breakfast each morning may be sabotaging your dieting efforts. It’s no secret that high-calorie drinks can contribute to weight gain, but does it really […]
Taking care of your body is an investment in your future and a commitment to increasing your quality of life. Too many people spend their lives normalizing symptoms, aches, and pains that can be medically addressed, but it’s never too late to start making healthier choices for yourself. The New Year is filled with resolutions […]
For people searching for ways to lose weight, finding a place to start can be the most challenging part. They have become entrenched in their set patterns for years and don’t know how to make the necessary dietary changes to see results. People will do a quick web search and find various fad diets claiming […]
One of the most critical questions people face when they decide to lose weight revolves around a simple rationalization — “Since I’m working out more, that means I can eat whatever I want…right?” In other words, because you are working out more, you assume (or at the very least, hope) that you can still keep […]
When you’re eating a well-balanced diet and find yourself participating in various cardiovascular and strength training activities, not seeing the scale numbers drop down over a sustained period can be perplexing at best and outright frustrating at worst. After all, proper eating habits and a regular exercise schedule should equate to weight loss…right?
Yo-yo dieting, sometimes referred to as “weight cycling,” describes losing weight, regaining it, and then dieting again. While this cycle occurs to a certain degree at different points of our lives, yo-yo dieting alludes to the constant and frequent activity of dropping and gaining weight. Suffice it to say, those who find themselves consistently yo-yo […]
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common cause of liver disease in the country and is estimated to affect up to 25% of adults in the world. It’s defined by excess fat accumulation in the liver and usually occurs in individuals with obesity, high blood sugar […]
Given the current quarantine, many of us are spending more time with the family than ever before. For some, new work-from-home arrangements feed into their stress. That said, there is one constant we can return to that positively contributes to our health and well-being — home cooking! The team at Vitality Weight Loss Institute is […]