Springfield Weight Loss Center Blog

What the numbers on the bathroom scale really mean We all know the frustration of working hard to maintain healthy body weight, only to step on the bathroom scale and see the numbers going in the wrong direction – or not quickly enough in the right direction! 6 truths about those annoyingly normal daily weight…

Fitness Fuel: What to Eat Before, During & After Your Workout You’ve just finished your workout and you know you need to eat something. But what? Workout nutrition may seem rather complicated but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s the latest on how to fuel your body before, during and after your workout so you…

The Great Soda Debate: Regular Or Diet – Is One Really Healthier Than The Other? You don’t have to be a health nut to know that soda isn’t good for you. But is it really all that bad? Is it ok to just have it once in a while? And if you’re going to have…

Everything You Need To Know About Omega-3 Fats There’s a lot of talk about healthy fats these days. People are including more fat in their diets and forgetting about the fat-free diet crazes of the past. You’ve probably heard about omega fats in the mix, but what exactly are they? What are Omega Fats? Do…

Red Wine – Is It Really Good For You, Or Just Health Hype? If you’ve heard that red wine is one of the healthiest of all alcoholic beverages, it’s for good reason. Thanks to the antioxidants found in the skins of grapes from which it’s made, red wine has been widely publicized as being “healthful”.…

What’s the Deal With Acne? Why Do I Still Have Zits?! Whether you call them pimples, blemishes, or zits, ACNE is a common skin condition that can be a source of discomfort, frustration, and embarrassment for those who experience it. There’s quite a lot of behind-the-scenes action happening in your body that contributes to the…