Winter has arrived and you know what that means: Shorter days, colder temperatures and the dreaded winter weight gain. No, it’s not an urban myth. Studies indicate a very real, but small shift in weight in the cold weather, anywhere from one to five-and-a-half pounds. That may not sound like a lot, but it can (and it does) add up over the years. Here are some of the reasons why you gain weight in the winter… and some tips for … Continue reading “Why You Gain Weight in Winter: 5 Science-Backed Reasons”
The Health Benefits of Green Tea for Weight Loss
Posted on Categories BL, CC, Diet & Nutrition, green tea, green tea health benefits, green tea recipes, healthy, healthy beverages, healthy drinks, lose weight, matcha, matcha recipes, metabolism, MX, Nutrisystem, Nutrisystem tips, tea, top articles, weight loss, weight loss tipsYou’ve probably read that drinking coffee can promote weight loss, but did you know that tea may also help you shed pounds? Green tea has garnered most of the headlines. Between its caffeine and the health-promoting antioxidants it contains, it might give your weight loss efforts a boost. Though most tea contains less caffeine than coffee, even a little bit seems to be able to boost your metabolism to burn calories. In green tea, it gets an able assist from … Continue reading “The Health Benefits of Green Tea for Weight Loss”
6 Winter Fruits You Need to Stock Up On
Posted on Categories apples, citrus, Diet & Nutrition, fresh fruit, fruit recipes, fruits, fruits in winter, kiwis, mangoes, pineapple, pomegranate, pomegranate seeds, recipes with fruit, top articles, winter fruitsWhile the weather outside may be frigid, the produce shelves at the supermarket are overflowing with winter fruits from warm climates. These SmartCarbs are sweet, juicy and ideal for snacks or flavorful ingredients in your Flex meals. Even better, they’re packed with nutrients and fiber that protect your health and may even help speed up your weight loss results. Be sure to load your cart with these tasty winter fruits while they’re in season. Here are six winter fruits you … Continue reading “6 Winter Fruits You Need to Stock Up On”







