When I am working with someone who is having trouble losing weight, despite doing everything right, there are a few things I look at, to see if we can uncover why they are hitting a weight loss plateau. Today, we’ll discuss four of the most common reasons for a resistance to weight loss. Nutritional Imbalances ...

Source:  Food Matters We’ve all been promised weight loss at some stage throughout our lives. The empty promises of do this, do that, eat this, eat that, often leading you on the vicious dieting cycle and a battle with your inner critic. While we are big believers that there is more to losing that unwanted bulge ...

Do you find yourself frequently thinking about sweets? Do you feel obligated to finish a whole bag of chips once you start? Do you eat more than you want to? Do you ever feel bad about yourself after eating something? Confessions of an Ex-Sugar Fiend Most of us are familiar with food cravings, which are ...

Source:  Food Matters You have a firm plan in mind. It looks fabulous on paper, complete with beautiful images of new healthy recipes. We can have all the best intentions, go as far as planning out meals, doing the big shop, clearing out the cupboards, and filling up the fridge. However, it’s consistency that’s truly the ...

By his power, God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also.  —1 Corinthians 6:14 NIV If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, God is going to raise your body from the dead when Jesus comes back. This means your body matters to God as much as your soul does right ...

Source:  MindBodyGreen Living with food sensitivities doesn’t have to be a pain. Here’s how to make it work for you. Food allergies can manifest themselves in many different ways, and they really can take over your life—especially if left undetected. Take the story of Nicole Cogan, a NYC-based food and lifestyle blogger who lived with undiagnosed gluten ...

Source:  Food Matters Pasta has topped the list when it comes to the world’s most versatile food. It is cheap, convenient, and tasty. Kids love pasta, and it’s a fast, easy meal to whip up. While it’s easy and delicious, pasta tends to cause digestive troubles for many people. But what if it didn’t need to ...

Your right hand sustains me; your help has made me great. You provide a broad path for my feet, so that my ankles do not give way. —Psalm 18:35-36 NIV In Psalm 18, David gives us a vivid picture of God meeting us where we are and providing what we need. David is a warrior, and he’s ...

I serve this meal for weekend brunch because the dill and the caraway are so refreshing and uplifting – it’s just how I want to feel on any given Sunday. Filled with healthy fats and fresh ingredients, this dish will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished and ready to embrace your weekend warrior. INGREDIENTS 1/4 ...

As a busy doctor, I can understand how eating healthy might feel like a Herculean demand and become short shift among the numerous demands in your life. While eating healthy does require a little planning, it’s easier than you might imagine. I find when I invest that time, it pays off because I eat well ...