How to Win the Yo-Yo Diet Battle

Winning the diet battle - Family Healthcare of Fairfax

You worked hard to shed pounds, but then it crept right back. It happens. In fact, about 80% of people who lose weight regain it all or more, according to some estimates. Click here to read more about winning the diet battle.

How Walking Can Keep Your Brain in Shape

How Walking Can Keep Your Brain in Shape - Family Healthcare of Fairfax

A brisk walk is more than just a great cardio workout; it benefits the brain, too. According to new research published in the journal Neurology, walking increases blood flow to the brain, which can help reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Click here to read more about how walking keeps your brain in shape.

Is Cutting Carbs the Key to Losing Weight?

Is Cutting Carbs the Key to Losing Weight? Family Healthcare of Fairfax

  We all know moving the number on the scale requires seriously watching our bread, pasta and pastry intake. A diet too high in carbohydrates — even complex carbs like whole-wheat bread, sweet potatoes and beans — could make it harder to lose weight, according to a recent study. Click here to read more about the key to losing weight.

Healthy Food Choices When You’re Stressed

Healthy Food Choices Are Even More Important When You’re Stressed - Family Healthcare of Fairfax

According to one survey, 38% of adults eat unhealthy foods or overeat during periods of stress. While it might seem like a pint of ice cream or bag of chips offers temporary relief, new research reveals that eating junk food could negatively impact your mood. Click here to find out more about healthy food choice.

Do Men Lose Weight Faster Than Women?

When it comes to weight loss, men seem to have an advantage over women.  Click here to find out how gender plays a role in weight loss.

7 Habits that can Help You Lose Weight

Losing weight is not easy. It requires a near super-human level of commitment and dedication. But you don’t need to completely overhaul your eating and exercise habits to get results. You can shed pounds effectively by making a few low-effort, high-impact changes.  Click here to learn about seven simple changes that can help you reach your wellness goals.  

How Can Muscle Weigh More Than Fat?

Chances are someone told you “muscle weighs more than fat” as an encouraging explanation for why you sometimes gain weight after adding strength training to a fitness routine. It’s also cited as a reason for why some people hit a weight-loss plateau. But a pound of muscle can’t weigh more than a pound of fat, so what’s the deal here?  Click here to learn more.

5 Drinks that Can Help You Lose Weight

Is what you drink affecting your ability to lose weight? The short answer is yes. Liquid calories play a huge part in our health, and the amount you consume is directly related to your ability to control the number on that scale. The good news is there are a few things (other than water) that you can start sipping that …

50 Ways to Walk More

We’re always looking to increase our step count — because every step counts. As life gets more and more hectic toward the end of the year with the countdown to the holidays, we have to get smarter about our time and energy — all while getting in those steps. Click here to learn about 51 easy ways to increase your …