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Achieving Your Health Goals Can Be Selfish—Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing!

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Nobody wants people to see them as selfish, but when it comes to your health and wellness, putting yourself first is a good thing! Nobody can eat that broccoli for you or go on that jog in your stead, so it’s all on you to make your health a priority and get after it. If you feel like the hustle and bustle of the day is getting in the way of your health goals, here’s why you should double-check your priorities. Your Health Should Come Above All Else We all have priorities. Whether it’s your job, your kids, or your personal health, how you prioritize things can have an overall impact on your happiness. The thing is, your health and maintaining your body should come above all else. You only get one body—and its gotta last! Unlike your car, you can’t get a new one once it starts slowing down, so it’s essential you’re doing what you can to keep things running smoothly. It can be tempting to sacrifice your personal needs for others, and to a point, this is laudable behavi

Is Your Current Weight Loss Program Doing More Harm Than Good?

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So, you’ve been on this diet for a few weeks. How’s it going so far? Even if you’re starting to see the needle move, if you’re on the wrong diet or eating program, you might crash and burn. Is trouble ahead? Here are some huge red flags to look for.  It Isolates You From Social Events You need flexibility in your program, and if you’re stuck eating the same three foods at the same exact time, you’ll likely become that person. There’s nothing wrong with sticking to your carrots when you go to a barbeque, and your goals should come before all else. But, if your diet has you bringing food containers to an event (and not to take home their yummy leftovers) then you should think about how flexible it really is. Want to know a secret? There are meal plans out there that let you actually live and enjoy your life! Weird to think, huh? Whether it’s a combination of intermittent fasting weight loss and carb-loading, or a low-carb, high-protein split, you can find something that keeps the