When our weight loss journey stalls and we reach a plateau, we rarely wonder if there’s anything that’s out of our control that’s stopping us from making progress. We wonder whether that little square of dark chocolate we have after dinner is the culprit, or if we need to cut even more carbs from our diets. But what’s really going on may not actually be your fault. Read on here to find out more!

We’ve all seen the incredible success stories of people who have lost 20, 40, even 100lbs, and that’s an amazing achievement. But have you ever wondered what happens when you lose such a significant percentage of your body weight? Read on here to find out what’s going on in the body.

Most people don’t just embark on one weight loss journey in their lifetime - most of us will gain and lose weight around major events in our lives, such as going to college, getting married, having a baby, or being focused on career development. If you’ve lost weight before, you may be wondering why you’re having such a hard time losing the weight this time around. Today, I’m going to help you understand what’s going on.

When we go on a diet, we often hyperfocus on what we’re eating and what we’re not. We rarely pay as much attention to what we drink. You likely know that drinking a full-sugar coke is worse for you than diet coke, but what about the difference between a glass of red wine and a gin and tonic? If you want to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight, you need to know what effect alcoholic beverages have on your body. Read on here to find out (hint: it’s not just about calories)!

 Let's face it, we’ve all experienced those nights where we toss and turn and don't get any sleep at all. It could happen every once in a while, or even start to become a pattern. Whether it's from a stressful day at work or simply drinking too much caffeine.

It can be exhausting when this starts to become a habit night after night, ending in no sleep. However with simple changes in your daily life, you can try and get back on your normal sleep schedule.

We’ve all experienced a sleepless night or two, when we toss and turn or have to get up all night to care for a baby or sick child. Occasional nights like this are unavoidable, but if it’s becoming a pattern and you’re also struggling to reach your weight loss goals, there’s a good chance that your lack of sleep is why.

Read on here to learn more in depth on how your sleep and weight loss go hand-in-hand.

Are you seeing the same number on the scale every time you step onto it? Finding yourself in a weight loss plateau can kill your motivation, making it all the more difficult to make healthy choices and resist unhealthy temptations.

But does this mean you’re stuck for good? Should you just continue as you are, hoping that you’ll start losing weight again soon?

In this article, I’ll explain exactly what’s happening, why it’s happening, and what you need to do next.

We know that stress can be a major factor in weight gain and overall ill-health, so it’s vital that we learn ways to support and improve our emotional health to combat these negative physical symptoms.

It’s important to remember that your mind and your body do not work independently - one feeds the other at all times. If you’re ready to better manage your stress, read my top 3 tips here.

If you struggle with your weight and you frequently feel stressed and overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Many of us struggle to keep our weight down when our lives feel out of balance or even out of control. The good news is it’s not all down to your dietary choices, but you do have the power to change things for the better. Read on here to learn 3 reasons why you gain weight when you’re stressed.