When it comes to sugar, you may be thinking things such as, "Just a teaspoon of sugar in my coffee isn't going to hurt," or "A little piece of candy doesn't have too many calories." Well, this may be partly true. However, when you take into account that most Americans on average eat an additional 475 calories, or almost 1/2 a cup, of added sugars every day, it really does make a difference. Is it any wonder so many of us continue gaining weight or have trouble losing weight? Or worse - Americans, and women specifically, are contracting life-threatening conditions such as diabetes and heart disease in record numbers.

If you are looking for an easy and delicious recipe to enjoy while sticking with your weight loss plan, you will want to try these baked chicken wings. They meet your protein and low-carb requirements - plus they taste great, too. The protein in these wings helps you feel full longer. You can savor them as snacks, appetizers or even as part of a full meal while staying within the guidelines of most diet plans.

Walking is one of the easiest and most cost-effective forms of cardio exercise. You can do it anytime and anywhere, without any special equipment, other than a good pair of walking shoes. It is no wonder many people choose power walking for their primary exercise and as part of their weight loss program. However, if you want to lose weight, you need to make sure you are walking fast enough and long enough. This is accomplished through power walking.

'Brain scans of people after a sleepless night show that sleeplessness reduces the so-called higher order powers of our brain and creates an excessive response in more primitive parts of the brain. Researchers say this combination of brain activities may lead to poor food choices, such as eating junk food.' ~ Nature Communications Journal, August 2013 ~ We all understand the importance of sleep for maintaining overall good health and well-being. As you continue on your path to weight loss, you need to definitely make sure you are getting plenty of sleep.

Are you looking for delicious low-carb dinners to enjoy while you are losing weight? If so, you will want to add this recipe to your list. This dish is simple enough to prepare: Seared chicken breasts and a creamy sauce you make with only a few ingredients. The result? A tasty entrée which satisfies and helps you feel full longer. This recipe works well for people following low-carbohydrate, low-calorie, gluten free and heart-healthy diet plans as well as                                                                                for those who are following weight loss plans.