Over the past few years, kimchi has become one of the trendier health foods. The traditional Korean dish made of fermented cabbage and/or radishes started popping up everywhere: on tacos,…
Category: Weight Management
Macronutrients vs. Micronutrients: How Are They Different?
If you’re familiar with nutrition and fitness, you’ve probably encountered the terms macronutrients — sometimes simply called “macros” — and micronutrients. Focusing on macronutrients versus micronutrients might sound like a…
How To Lose Fat and Gain Muscle
Your body weight doesn’t directly reflect your muscle mass or overall health. So, it shouldn’t solely decide your fitness goals. Body recomposition encourages you to stop looking at the numbers…
How to Calculate & Control Portion Sizes
Are you tired of second-guessing your portion sizes, wondering whether you’re eating too much or too little? You’re not alone! Portion control is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and…
Beginner’s Guide to Running For Weight Loss
Regular physical activity is vital for anyone trying to lose or maintain a healthy weight. You can do many things that burn body fat, create a calorie deficit, and help…
Why Severe Calorie Deficits Aren’t Always Good For Weight Loss
Our bodies are very smart when it comes to surviving under harsh conditions. A fantastic — and somewhat infamous example — is adaptive thermogenesis, more commonly known as “starvation mode.” …
What’s the Weight: An Exclusive Q&A With Dietitian Erin Palinski-Wade
This Q&A series aims to explore personal perspectives and experiences related to weight, nutrition, and overall well-being. Through candid conversations, we seek to understand individuals’ motivations for managing their weight,…
29 Everyday Ways to Burn Calories
A cardio workout or some strength training exercises are great for burning calories at the gym, but what if you don’t have time for the gym? We know consistency can…
How to Use MyFitnessPal Like a Dietitian
Have you started tracking your food in MyFitnessPal, but feeling frustrated that you haven’t yet been able to achieve your health goals? I get it, but don’t worry. By learning…