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Confused Why You’re Gaining Weight? Alcohol Might Be the Culprit

We’ve all experienced the drunken munchies before, right? The bad news: Booze can cause us to eat more, worse and store more calories as fat. The good news: No need to give up a great evening—we

15 Ways You Might Be Stunting Your Weight Loss

From food bloggers to television shows to Pinterest boards, there’s an overwhelming amount of nutrition information, everywhere you turn. How’s a normal person supposed to identify the differenc

9 (Free!) Pieces of Weight-Loss Advice From a Registered Dietitian

I’m Jessica Jones. As a Registered Dietitian for a primary care clinic, I counsel hundreds of patients on medical nutrition therapy for weight management, hypertension, diabetes and hyperlipidem

18 Simple Tips for Cutting 100 Calories

Cutting calories doesn’t have to be tedious. Instead, just make a few tiny tweaks and reap major benefits.1. Eat your eggs with hot sauce instead of cheese. “Eggs are great for breakfast, but ma

What Happens to Your Body (and Metabolism) When You Don’t Sleep Enough

There’s no question that sleep deprivation is an American epidemic, with a third of the country getting less shut-eye than the recommended 7 to 9 hours per night, according to recent research fr

4 Ways to Burn More Calories on an Elliptical

Intimidated by the elliptical? Don’t be: This gym favorite can be a great way to work out your arms and legs, and can be super helpful when it comes to weight loss, especially if you’re easing i

3 Simple Things You Can Do Every Day To Burn More Calories

Burning calories does not have to involve a trip to the gym. Sure, fitting in a workout is nice if you can find the time. But sometimes you can’t—either because of a heavy workload, personal com

9 of the Best Kitchen Gadgets for Weight Loss and Healthy Eating

So here’s the thing about cooking at home: It’s a process. A gratifying process, yes, but a process nonetheless. To do it, you need to stock your pantry, fridge, and freezer with all the right i

Yes, Technically, Drinking Cold Water Burns More Calories—But There’s A Catch

Hello again, and welcome to another installment of SELF.com’s weight-loss myth busters. Previous topics have ranged from whether strength training or cardio burns more calories to the sad-but-tr

A Sample Week of Working out for Weight Loss

If you’re trying to lose weight, you may know that adding more workouts to your weekly routine is one of the best steps you can take. However, it can be tough to come up with a perfect plan on y

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Off to School and Into a New RoutineThe fall season is met with many transitions, from cooler weather to time changes to more time spent indoors. Among these transitions is the immediate shift from pa

Trick-or-Treat for a Cause

Trick-or-Treat for a CauseOrange pumpkins on doorsteps and orange candy corn in buckets are iconic staples of Halloween, but the season can be about more than fun and treats. Since 1950, generations o

Trending Gifts Topping Wish Lists this Year

Trending Gifts Topping Wish Lists this YearNostalgia often runs deep during the holidays, and retro gifts are one way to relive the holiday celebrations of your childhood. Make your list and check it
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