I love food and I love to eat... But I also like to look certain way. So most of the times I chose options that go in line with my goals. I accepted that not every meal will be a gourmet and mouth watering feast. I chose lighter alternatives 80- 90% of the times. And I'm ok with it, because then, when there's something I really like and enjoy, I just have it. GUILT FREE. Which was the case today- two big slices of a poppy seed cake. And I would have more, but there wer

You've probably heard that "abs are made in the kitchen". Yes, it is true. Thousands of crunches are not going to give you a flat stomach if you consume too many calories. But another important factor, that only few talk about, is your natural build, determined by your genetics. If I get really lean, I have veins popping out in my stomach, but I still have quite a lot of fat in my legs, and yes, I have a cellulite as well. On the other hand, there are women with very lean a

I don't see anything wrong with weighting yourself even everyday (if you really want to), as long as you learn how to interpret the reading. Stepping on scale regularly provides quick and continous feedback. It's relatively easy to miss the weight piling up while wearing loose and stretchy clothes. Keeping an eye on that number, can give you a good reality check, which can help you stop the weight gain in its tracks before it gets out of control. However, a few pounds more on

So I happen to have a hypothyroidism. My digestion is whack. My skin is dry. Every once in a while I get this huge energy drop, that leaves me exhausted and unable to function. Sometimes I can't concentrate. Every once in a while I gain weight out of nowhere. Then I struggle to lose that weight for the next few months... But what can I do about it, except take my meds, check my blood every six months, put on a body lotion, watch what I eat, exercise and rest if exhausted....

My appetite has been raging for the last few days. And no matter how busy or occupied I try to get, I always find a way to eat. Lack of clarity regarding certain aspects of my personal and professional life, have been causing me some stress and anxiety. I usually try to be more mindful and use different coping strategies, but they just don't work right now. What do I do about it? Not really much... I just let it be for now, and focus on the things I can do. I'm still at the g