by Kate Haisch
You might wonder, once the weight is off, how do I maintain my hard earned achievement? The National Weight Control Registry (NWCR) is a website dedicated to answering this very question. They have a large registry of people who have lost a substantial amount of weight and kept it off for a long period of time. The average weight loss is 60 pounds, maintained for an average of 5 to 7 years. These registered people then participate in ongoing research, which surveys their habits, successes and difficulties. This …

by Kate Haisch
We continue our five part series where we talk about the five biggest conclusions of the National Weight Control Registry’s research.
5 Proven Behaviors for Long Term Weight Management:

Follow a low-fat diet
Record keep
Monitor weight frequently
Eat breakfast daily
Exercise

Exercise
One of the most important factors in weight maintenance is exercise.  90% of the National Weight Control Registry members participate in 60-75 minutes of moderate physical activity most days of the week (on average).  Over half of these people walk.  For weight loss, we recommend doing at least 30 minutes of some kind …

People who successfully keep the weight-off long-term follow a low-fat diet.  About 25% of their calories come from fat and most of these fats are heart-healthy: monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats including omega 3 and omega 6, which have been proven to give a lot of health benefits: from reduced total cholesterol to healthier brain, nervous system, and eyes.
Walnuts are a great source of heart-healthy fats.  They are packed with omega 3 fatty acids and are a delicious way to add great nutrition, flavor and crunch to any meal.   Four …

by Kate Hasich
You might wonder, once the weight is off, how do I maintain my hard earned achievement? The National Weight Control Registry (NWCR) is a website dedicated to answering this very question. They have a large registry of people who have lost a substantial amount of weight and kept it off for a long period of time. The average weight loss is 60 pounds, maintained for an average of 5 to 7 years. These registered people then participate in ongoing research, which surveys their habits, successes and difficulties. This …

Who would’ve thought those Thanksgiving sweet potatoes can help you stay fit and healthy?

Sweet potatoes are packed with essential vitamins and minerals.  It is an excellent source of vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene, a very good source of vitamin C and manganese and a good source of vitamin B6, copper, potassium and iron.
Sweet potatoes have antioxidant properties that may prevent conditions such as atherosclerosis, diabetic heart disease, and colon cancer.   They contain anti-inflammatory properties that have been shown to reduce the severity of conditions such as asthma, osteoarthritis …

by Kate Haisch
Many people regularly take fish oil supplements to increase their consumption of omega-3 fats. These fats have been proven to reduce the incidence of coronary artery or coronary heart disease.  They have also been found to reduce the development of cardiovascular disease and inflammation.
Fish oil has been shown in clinical trials to reduce the incidence of heart disease by lowering cholesterol.  In addition, fish oil may help control glucose in diabetics.  It also may lower blood pressure, improve rheumatoid arthritis and help reduce risk of death from heart attack.
Omega-3 …

On days when staying awake and focused seem nearly impossible, how can I keep my energy up during the day without ruining my diet with too much caffeine and sugar?
Before we talk about nutrition, we need to talk about sleep. Just cutting down your sleep by one hour will have a huge negative effect on your energy for the rest of day. Nutrition For You doesn’t recommend a particular number of sleeping hours per night.  We all have our own individual sleep needs but it is very important to realize …