The Skinny Blog

Our tips and insight that can help make your weight loss journey more successful.

The Skinny Blog

Our tips and insight that can help make your weight loss journey more successful.
Carb-Free Bread Has Dieters Cheering

Carb-Free Bread Has Dieters Cheering

If you ask people what is the one food they crave the most when dieting, it is usually breads.  Being from the south, we understand that bread is a part of almost every dinner plate.  However, the seemingly simple side packs massive problems for those who are watching...

Workout Plan Calculator Shows Alarming Results

Workout Plan Calculator Shows Alarming Results

We all TRY to maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating right and exercising.  However, sometimes the clock is against us and we find ourselves in the drive-through of our favorite fast food restaurant.  While it is convenient, it is hard to lose weight while eating out...

Mediplan’s Skinny Margarita Recipe

Mediplan’s Skinny Margarita Recipe

In observance of today being #NationalMargaritaDay, we tracked down a low-calorie version of the sacred concoction. If a margarita is your go-to drink, then sip on this fact.  In an eight ounce margarita, on the rocks, will set you back 455 calories!   If you prefer a...

FAQ’s About Mediplan’s Fat, Sugar and Starch Blocker

FAQ’s About Mediplan’s Fat, Sugar and Starch Blocker

At Mediplan Diet, our team is committed to helping you lose weight by developing a weight lost program with realistic goals, monthly monitoring, and offering you the encouragement that you need to achieve your goals.  In addition to our prescribed program, Mediplan...

A Dieter’s Guide to Valentines Day

A Dieter’s Guide to Valentines Day

Romance is in the air, along with the very strong smell of chocolate and roses.  For those who are grinding their way through their weight loss journey, days like Valentines day can often end in a caloric disaster. Since we can't skip the holiday all together, we've...

9 Simple Ways to Get Your 10,000 Steps

9 Simple Ways to Get Your 10,000 Steps

In the world of wearable fitness trackers, we are all try to reach that elusive 10,000 step goal.  Some days, it is easy to reach.  However, some days it is a struggle!  So, we've come up with these tips to help you reach your 10,000 steps. 1.  Join the "park a mile...

Plotting Out Your Plate – Grains

Plotting Out Your Plate – Grains

The grain group seems to be the most confusing for many people.  You are probably familiar with whole grains and even refined grains, but do you know what that means? Let's start at the top, any food made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley or another cereal...

Top 5 Low-Calorie Options for Cheese Lovers

Top 5 Low-Calorie Options for Cheese Lovers

If you are anything like me, you have a soft spot for cheese.  Unfortunately, many of my favorites pack a LOT of calories.  We've come up with our top 5 low-calorie options for cheese lovers! 1.  Mozzarella One of my personal favorites is this yummy cheese.  Paired...