Whether you’re a working mom or stay-at-home, have little babies or school-aged kids, the fact is that being a mom is a lot of work. And it doesn’t always make healthy eating easy. Busy schedules often mean moms are grabbing food on-the-go, and sometimes making unhealthy choices. But the truth is that Nutrisystem makes on-the-go eating easy and can help you stay on track while also raising your family. Here are seven weight loss tips from eight busy Nutrisystem moms who are m

With your Nutrisystem weight loss plan, you are already on the path to a healthier and happier you. The next step is to turn up your daily activity level, which will keep your metabolism burning off excess pounds all day long. Good news: the simplest activity—walking—is all you need to tone your muscles, shed extra inches from your waistline and speed up progress towards your weight loss diet goal. To help you celebrate National Walking Day (on April 1, 2020) and inspire you

Are you skeptical when you read a magazine article or hear an obesity expert on TV claiming that you that if you do “just this one thing” you can get quick weight loss and be slim forever? Being skeptical of quick weight loss claims is always a good idea, but in this case, science says it might be true. A 2008 study from the Department of Psychology at East Carolina University found that people who made one small, preferably permanent change in their food or physical activity

You watch your portions. You get veggies into most meals and take walks on most days. Yet, still, the scale seems stuck. Even with such a healthy routine, sometimes things you wouldn’t expect—like what you order to drink or the time you go to bed—could sabotage your weight loss. It all boils to the little habits to break. To help get the scale moving again, here are seven habits to break: 1. Drinking “diet” drinks. Of course, you know not to order the regular cola with your m

Avoiding bad habits during the week can save you from wrecking your diet when you have fun on the weekends. A 2009 study confirmed that many Americans eat 20 percent more calories on the weekends than on weekdays—a difference of 400 calories per day. If you’re doing little things during the week that sabotage your progress, they can make you pay for splurging on the weekend. After all, miscalculating your calories by as few as 200 per day will result in more overeating than t

Sometimes you just want a delicious, hearty sandwich. The good news is that you can still enjoy this meal-time must-have when you’re trying to lose weight. You just have to make smart sandwich choices. In the article How to Build a Better Sandwich, we break down the basics of putting together a palate-pleasing sammie that still fits with your diet. Check it out if you want to build your next sandwich from scratch. Or, take the easy (and delicious!) route, and try one of these

Americans are eating healthy: Just ask them! According to Live Science, a Consumer Reports survey reveals that 90 percent of Americans think their diet is healthy. However, more than 70 percent of Americans are overweight or obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. So, what gives? For one thing, certain foods can appear healthier than they are. It has become extremely common for products to be marketed as “natural” or “superfood” with little or no r

The idea that some good tunes can actually have an impact on your weight loss just may be music to your ears. But it’s more than just an idea—it has scientific backing. Several different studies have looked at the way in which music can impact everything from the effectiveness of your exercise routine, to one’s overall health. They all seem to point to the same fact—that music matters. Find out how music can help you reach your weight loss goals on your Nutrisystem journey. M

There are thousands of weight loss blogs out there, with millions of articles and pieces of information—some of it real, some questionable. So how do you find the useful info among all the noise? Easy: Find a go-to weight loss blog you can trust—like Nutrisystem’s The Leaf! The Leaf is stuffed with useful, factual and fun weight loss information from the experts at Nutrisystem, who have helped millions of people lose weight. Were ready with the tips, tricks and recipes you ne

Weight loss experts used to warn us that on average, Americans gain seven pounds over the holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year. Fortunately, more recent studies have dialed that number back to what looks like a more manageable pound or so. For example, one 2016 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that in the U.S., we put on an average of 1.3 pounds after the holidays. (For those who are already overweight, other studies have found it can be as

You’ve surely heard that fiber is good for you when it comes to a healthy lifestyle. However, you might still be wondering why you should be so diligent about including it in your diet to lose weight. We’ve rounded up the latest science and are here to tell you how fiber and weight loss are connected. What You Need to Know About Macros & Weight Loss Read More What is Fiber? The truth is, there is quite a bit of research connecting fiber to weight loss that should be on your r

There’s nothing more relatable than a holiday binge: During the holidays, everyone has an occasion—OK, maybe a few occasions—where they go overboard on an eating binge. Sound like you? Don’t beat yourself up about it. Even if your festive feast makes you feel like you’ve gained 10 pounds, it’s not too late. Stressing about “going overboard” a single time can actually make things worse. In a 2014 study, scientists found that women who were stressed burned 104 fewer calories in

‘Tis the season of parties and feasts—and daily temptations to abandon your healthy eating plan. You deserve to celebrate and indulge in the pleasures of the holiday. You’ve been eating well and have stayed focused on your weight loss goals. But you don’t have to let go of all the progress you’ve made to enjoy the season. Avoid these common mistakes so that you can have all the fun with none of the regret. 10 Ways to Prepare for a Healthy and Happy Holiday Season Read More He

Dropping extra pounds can be tough enough. Add frigid temps and extra merrymaking to the task and it can feel even more challenging. But don’t let the dog days of winter derail your diet. Committing to a program like Nutrisystem can keep you on track with your weight loss goals. We’ve rounded up 10 simple, Nutrisystem-approved tips to help you lose weight this December. Why You Gain Weight in Winter: 5 Science-Backed Reasons Read More Here are 10 tips to help you drop pounds

Understanding how to eat a healthy diet can be confusing when you hear about it on the news or see posts on your social media feed. However, choosing the right foods for you becomes a lot simpler when you focus on a few basics about the ingredients and your body. A smart way to start is to think about what nutritionists call the “macronutrients” or “macros.” The three macros—protein, carbohydrates and fats—are all essential components of a healthy diet. Macros have a major im

We all need salt. Sodium is essential for keeping the balance of fluids in our bodies right, helping our muscles contract and our nerves sending messages to our brains, says the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The mineral is a component of a wide variety of foods. Due to salt cravings, most of us get more sodium than our bodies require in our daily diets. In fact, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans issued by the federal government recommend that we limit our sodium inta

Doing a diet with your partner can be comforting. You have support, friendship and someone to hold you accountable. However, if you’ve tried losing weight as a heterosexual couple, you may have noticed a frustrating trend for women. When it comes to weight loss in men vs. women, men seem to lose weight more easily, even if they’re eating more food. Starting a weight loss program with your partner can be beneficial and may help you succeed. A study published in The Journal of

Good news for gamers : A recent study published in the journal Social Science and Medicine revealed that only a small correlation exists between playing video games and carrying excess weight. In fact, after conducting a meta-analysis of 20 studies collectively including nearly 40,000 people, researchers found the difference in body mass between gamers and non-gamers to be less than one percent. Here’s where it gets especially interesting: For their analysis, the researchers

A man named Joey Chestnut (nicknamed “Jaws”) is the number one speed eater in the world. According to Major League Eating, he once ate a record 74 hotdogs (with the buns) in 10 minutes at the national Nathan’s Hotdog Eating Contest on Coney Island. Over the years, he’s also made short work of pizza, pastrami, Philly cheesesteaks and Boysenberry pie. That’s all in a day’s work for Chestnut. He makes a lot of money speed-eating. But for the rest of us, wolfing down our food lik

Thinking of starting a diet in the new year? You and everyone else. But why put off becoming healthier and feeling good until another day? Consider the benefits of starting a little bit earlier this year. It might sound a little crazy to embark on a fall weight loss plan before the holiday season. We’re here to tell you why it’s the sanest thing you’ll do all year. 6 Easy Ways to Lose Weight this Fall Read More Here are seven reasons why Nutrisystem is the perfect fall weight