There is a common misconception that people in general – and women in particular - cannot lose weight once we hit a “certain age.” So many of us simply accept the belief that it’s impossible to win the ongoing battle against our slower metabolisms once we hit forty-something. As a result, we often simply surrender without even trying to lose weight. In all truth, losing weight does become more difficult as we get older. However, it’s not impossible to shed those excess pounds, and you don’t have to resort to painful weight loss surgery in order to do so. As long as you’re willing to work a little harder, you’ll continue looking and feeling great well into your forties and beyond. Read on to learn more about the steps you can take to naturally boost your slower metabolism and lose weight after forty.

Have you ever been on a diet to lose weight where everything was going really well for a while and the pounds were coming off? But all of a sudden, you become stuck at or around the same weight and can’t lose another pound? If so, you’re all too familiar with what is known as the weight loss plateau. This is a point that many of us who have been losing weight may get to. It’s as if our bodies have decided to fight back, but in reality it’s our metabolism slowing down. If you’ve reached this plateau and think it’s time to give up then guess again. Instead, it’s important to know that you really can fight back, push through the weight loss plateau, and keep moving in the right direction.

We all understand that eating a well-balanced diet is essential for good health. But when we need to lose weight, we might choose to ignore all that we know about the importance of eating well-balanced meals. Sometimes, the allure of losing weight quickly and easily makes us think we should try out the latest and greatest fad diets. And although many of these fad diets may deliver the quick, short-term weight loss results we desire, they fail to provide us with the proper nutrition we need for our long-term health.

If you are trying to lose weight, you’ll want to steer clear of the leftover Valentine’s candy. We understand how tough it is to resist that temptation, though. Fortunately, you do have other sweet dessert options which are healthier than candy and taste just as delicious. Even better, you can enjoy them guilt-free, even when you’re losing weight. This recipe for raspberry and kiwi sorbet makes an excellent low carb and low calorie dessert choice.

Regular exercise has many benefits. It is proven to help with weight loss, stress reduction, sleep issues, and one’s overall health and well-being. However, many people find that one of the hardest parts of establishing a regular workout routine is starting one. This may be especially true if you’re just getting started out as a beginner or haven’t worked out in a while. Luckily, there are plenty of easy ways to get started with regular exercise, and you don’t even have to join a gym. And, even when you’re an exercise newbie, you’ll lose weight when you include workouts with a healthy, balanced diet plan. So get ready to look and feel better with these quick and easy workout ideas.

Have you decided that you are ready to start a weight loss program? It’s a common resolution that many of us make at the beginning of the year. You’ll find plenty of diet plans and weight loss programs to choose from, and everyone has advice. However, most plans fail to help you lose weight and keep it off in the long run, and some diet plans are unhealthy. It is important that when you make the decision to lose weight, you choose the right way to do it. This post touches on 5 common weight loss tips you can – and should – ignore.

As the song goes, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” However, if you have been working hard to lose weight during the rest of the year, you may actually be dreading the holidays. With all the holiday parties, office potlucks, family gatherings, and festive feasts, the temptation to go off your diet could easily become greater than you can handle. Luckily, there are plenty of ways you can still enjoy the holiday season without sabotaging your weight loss efforts. We have some tips and suggestions to help you stay motivated so you’ll continue to lose weight over the holiday season. Even better, you can start the New Year off right by feeling healthier and fitter!

It’s true that losing weight may not be easy, but it is definitely not impossible. It is also true that most people successfully and safely lose weight without experiencing any pain whatsoever. To start, all you have to do is choose to make some simple lifestyle changes involving your diet and activity levels. Once you start making better choices then you are well on your way to painless and effective weight loss.

Losing weight is difficult, and losing weight quickly is even harder. The opportunity for rapid weight loss is probably one of the main reasons why many people consider bariatric surgery, which is also called weight loss surgery. However, losing weight without surgery is often a much better option for most people. When people choose to closely follow a healthy and balanced diet combined with regular, moderate exercise, they can safely and effectively lose weight – and keep it off.

Have you made up your mind and decided it is time for you to lose weight? Regardless of how many pounds you want to lose, it is important that you choose a healthy weight loss plan and lifestyle. Going the healthy route means that you lose those unwanted pounds, while looking and feeling better as you do so. It also means that you are more successful in keeping the weight off in the long run. Ready to learn more? Here are some tips to keep in mind.