Focus28 Diet Blog

Being overweight is a leading contributor in Type II diabetes. It's why generally one of the first steps advised by doctors is for patients to lose weight.

Despite the fact that I don't care much for cooking or baking, I do tend to watch a lot of cooking and food-related shows on television: Top Chef, Chopped, Cupcake Wars, Iron Chef, and 30-Minute Meals are just a few of the foodie shows I enjoy.

They say a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. This is also true when it comes to your weight loss goals - progress is made one step at a time. So what happens when you trip up? How do you cope with your diet or fitness mistakes?

Many people around the world have royal wedding fever. It's a historical event, so it's no wonder that people are speculating on everything from the wedding dress designer to what diet Kate Middleton has been following to lose weight for her big day.

Why is it that almost every holiday is associated with food of some sort? It seems like it's almost impossible to celebrate without stuffing our faces. And Easter is no exception.

According to Psychology Today, at any point in time, 56 percent of women 25 to 45 years old are dieting. Most diets consist of reducing calories and exercising regularly.

Let's face it one of the most common ways we deal with stress is by eating - overeating, actually - and we're not stress-eating vegetables.

Protein is associated with increased satiety, better maintenance of metabolic rate, and provides a vital supply of essential amino acids to help maintain or build lean body mass.
When you start smelling barbecues on your way home from work... When it's finally acceptable to wear white... The unofficial start of Summer is Memorial Day! And prepare yourself - it's only eight weeks away!