The 12 Best Fat Loss Blog Posts of 2012
Here it is! The best fitness, fat loss and body-building blog posts of 2012. Of course, this is just my opinion, and of course, I didn’t have time to search high and low across the [...]
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Burn The Fat 2011 Summer Blog Contest
What’s really been stopping you from achieving the body of your dreams and why will you NEVER let that stop you again? If you can answer those questions, I can almost guarantee that you’re going [...]
Announcing Burn the Fat Blog 2.0
It’s hard to believe that Burn the Fat has been online for 9 years. Yep – our 10th anniversary “bash” is coming up next year – 2012. Even harder to believe – I’ve been blogging [...]
Artificial Sweeteners And Dementia: What The Research Actually Says
New research linking artificial sweeteners to cognitive decline set off a wave of social media alarm – but the scientists who ran the study said something the mainstream news headlines buried: this is an association, not a cause. Before you throw out your stevia or splenda, understand what the research actually shows, what it can't show, and why the "artificial is dangerous" crowd has been pushing this narrative for years...
Fat Blocker Drug Xenical (Orlistat) Goes Over The Counter… A Really Shi**y Decision
Today, instead of replying to one of the hundreds of fat loss questions I receive every week, I felt not only compelled, but obligated to comment (rant) on what I REALLY think about the “fat [...]
Why You Crave Food So Intensely, Then Barely Enjoy It: How Understanding Liking Vs Wanting Can Help You Stop Overeating
Most people think a powerful craving means you’re going to love the food. Neuroscience says otherwise. Your brain runs separate systems for wanting food and liking it – and wanting often wins by a mile. Drawing on decades of research from neuroscientists and nutritionists, this article explains why cravings overpromise and underdeliver. Then it gives you a simple 3-question Craving Reality Check to use the next time one strikes.
Food Cravings Explained: How Your Brain Triggers Them and How to Stop Them
Food cravings don't always mean you're hungry. Your brain can learn to associate certain foods with sights, smells, places, times of day, and everyday routines, triggering powerful urges to eat. Discover how your brain's reward system creates these cravings, why wanting food isn't the same as liking it, and six practical, science-backed strategies to reduce food craving triggers and regain control of your eating
Why You Crave The Foods You’re Trying Not To Eat
Have you ever tried cutting out sugar, chocolate, pizza, burgers, or other favorite foods to lose weight, only to find yourself craving them even more? Research suggests that forbidding certain foods can actually make cravings worse. But here's the surprise: Studies have found that simply eating fewer calories doesn't necessarily create the same. problem. This article reveals why overly strict diet rules may be backfiring and how a more flexible approach can help
How to Stop Food Cravings: 12 Proven Strategies That Work
Struggling with food cravings? Learn 12 smart, science-backed strategies to take back control, without extreme restriction or guilt. From managing triggers and stress to using smarter swaps, these practical tips make cravings easier to handle and keep you on track with your goals.
Does Metabolism Slow Down With Age? What the Science Really Says
Most people blame weight gain after 40 on a "slowing metabolism" — but one of the largest studies ever conducted on human energy expenditure tells a different story. Metabolism actually stays remarkably stable from roughly age 20 to 60. So what's really going on? This article breaks down what the science says, why the real culprits are often hiding in plain sight, and what you can still control at every age.