Have you ever heard someone say they can’t lose weight because they have a slow metabolism? Well, it is true that metabolism is linked to weight but having a slow metabolism is usually not the main cause of weight gain.

By definition, metabolism is the body’s process that expends energy and burns calories. It works 24/7 to convert the food we eat into energy so we can breathe, circulate blood, grow, and repair. Your metabolism controls how much of that energy your body uses.

Metabolism is broken down into two processes: anabolism and catabolism. Anabolism is the storing of energy, supporting new cells, and maintaining body tissues. Catabolism is the breaking down of energy to move, heat, and energize your body.

How fast or slow your metabolism works is determined mostly by your genes, however, there are things you can control that affect your metabolism.

Read on for more information.

Building on small wins is key to creating permanent healthy behaviors. You can use the progress you’ve already made to motivate you toward your larger goal of living healthier.

Baby steps are at the heart of my programs because you don’t create success in one sudden overwhelming swoop unless you win the lottery. Winning at anything is about using each small success to motivate yourself to the larger goal.

Eating simple equals eating better.

Eating simple equals eating better.

Why is it so hard to lose weight over 50?!

Eating simple equals eating better.