Weight, body mass index (BMI), circumference measurements, and body fat percentage are all good ways to assess your fitness progress, but they don’t tell the whole story. When you adopt a healthy lifestyle, you change more than your physical appearance. Don’t forget to pay attention to these improvements when assessing your progress and celebrating your success.

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Skipping meals may seem like a good idea to cut calories, but it's not a good tactic for successful weight loss. Many dieters are tempted to save calories so they can indulge in a big meal later without regret, but this practice can easily backfire. Before you deprive yourself of a nutritious meal, consider how it affects your physical and mental health.

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Depriving yourself of every holiday treat will only lead to frustration, cravings, and an increased chance of giving in and overdoing it. It’s okay to enjoy a few favorites as long as you stay on track with healthy meals and workouts. Limit yourself to one serving and save the splurges for special occasions where you can mindfully savor them and feel more satisfied.

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Research shows that cooking vegetables can increase some nutrients, but not all methods are the same. Choosing the healthiest ways to cook your vegetables will help boost your nutrient intake and improve your health.

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There is nothing wrong with choosing a few special treats during the holidays, but going overboard can undo weeks of healthy eating and exercise. Before you make the decision to cave into a craving, use this guide as a reminder of how hard you will have to work to offset the extra calories.

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According to estimates by the Calorie Control Council, the average American Thanksgiving meal contains between 3,000 and 4,500 calories. The following tips will help you enjoy your meal without going overboard on calories.

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While cooking vegetables can destroy some of the valuable nutrients, that doesn’t mean you should only eat raw produce. Research shows that both cooked and uncooked vegetables boost nutrition and improve your health.

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What happens when I eat a low-carb diet?

Carbohydrates are a major fuel source for exercising muscles, the brain, and the central nervous system. When you drastically lower your carb intake, your body lacks the glucose necessary to produce energy. Without adequate carbohydrates, the body enters a state of ketosis where it begins to burn its own fat for fuel. This may sound appealing at first, but the process also produces ketones, a byproduct of breaking down fat stores. Ketones have been linked to gout, kidney stones, and kidney disease.

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Research shows that spikes in stress hormones can trigger food cravings, especially for high-calorie carbohydrates. Managing your stress response through relaxation and exercise are the best ways to reduce hormone spikes, but your diet plays a role in combating common symptoms. When you feel stress rising, fill your plate with these nutritious foods.

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Cooking your own food is the best way to gain better control of nutrition, but finding the time is challenging. Incorporate these five tips to squeeze in quick and healthy cooking despite a busy schedule.

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