This is a guest post by James Gaida, creator of 4 Day Fat Loss. The 2004 movie Mean Girls taught us everything we need to know about nutrition….okay, maybe not. But it did illustrate how confusing the fat loss puzzle can be, especially in regards to carbohydrates. Karen: Do you want to eat at Taco […]
How The French Stay Thin
Delicious bakeries on every corner, every third person carrying one or two baguettes under their arm, great wine and cheeses everywhere… Yet, rarely do you see an overweight person in France… With over 70% of Americans being classified as overweight, this begs the question… Why don’t the French get as fat as Americans? I’ll be […]
Best Fast Food Options
It has happened to all of us… We are late for an important meeting or event, with zero food in the house. You are starving, and need some sort of sustenance to get you through the day. Now, I’m not one to condone fast food, but I also don’t promote starvation. If worse comes to […]
Best Nut Butters
Not all nut butters are created equal. The best options are packed with protein and healthy fats that will help build lean muscle, while the junky alternatives are slammed with chemical preservatives and processed sugars, that can pack on pounds around your midsection. In recent years there seems to have been a craze for almond […]
Superhuman Fourth of July Recipes
Staying on the right diet track is always difficult during holidays. With the Fourth of July this week, I wanted to make it just a little bit easier to make healthy—and delicious choices during your celebrations. From appetizers, to the main course, to dessert—I’ve got you covered.