​One of the biggest mistakes people make while pursuing a healthier diet is going crazy with restriction. Disallowing yourself any kind of 'bad' food is sure to set you up for failure, as temptation lurks around every corner. 

​It isn't just about the number on the scale that will and should motivate you to lose weight. The "why" behind a weight loss goal can be different for everybody, but a handful of them keep coming up with most of my clients. 

​Regular exercise is one of the most important things you can do for your health. But once you reach your 40s, you'll start encountering changes to your body that could mean changes to your usual fitness routine.

Do you remember when you were in your teens and early twenties, and it seemed like you could eat anything you wanted without gaining weight? Then, suddenly, that ability vanished as you passed 40.