Fresh fruits and vegetables are an important part of a complete diet. Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals that you won’t find in other food items. However, the problem is that many people do not have easy and regular access to fresh produce....

Grocery shopping can feel overwhelming, as you normally buy enough food to last for one or two weeks. The sheer quantity and price can be off-putting, especially if you want to maintain a healthy diet. Sticking to a healthy shopping list is essential to keep yourself...

Those that work out on vacation or while traveling are genuinely motivated to succeed in their weight loss journey. Unfortunately, traveling is only another obstacle in the weight loss journey for many. If it is a barrier that is stopping you, we can help. Some people...

Weight loss is difficult. Cutting out foods from your diet can feel disheartening, especially when the scale doesn’t read how you want it to. However, there are methods to both motivate yourself and achieve your goals. Weight loss occurs with a combination of healthy...

Some days, you can’t make it to the gym, but you still want to break a sweat and work out. Home workouts can be just as intense as gym workouts, and who knows, you might even like them more. Our team at MediPlan Diet Services wants to give you alternative workouts you...

Have you ever wondered, "what is a BMI, and what does it say about my health?" Calculating your BMI can be a helpful way to determine your body fat count and check for certain health risks. These measurements, however, do not always accurately represent the total...

Have you ever stood in a whole aisle at a grocery store while looking for nutrition information to determine if that food is something you can include in your diet? The hardest part of getting in shape is finding the right food to eat. Of course, finding the right...

Will this be the year you finally commit to challenging yourself to accomplish your health goals? Luckily, there are helpful tools like weight loss apps to help you with your life-changing journey, and it is our goal to help you find the right one for you. This time,...

It can be hard to motivate yourself during your weight loss journey. There always seems to be an easy excuse to skip your workout or have that extra slice of pizza. Without the proper motivation, losing weight can seem almost impossible and overwhelming. Luckily,...

Losing weight isn’t for the faint of heart. The journey that you’re on can be frustrating, challenging, and fraught with temptation. It can be richly rewarding and achingly heartbreaking (sometimes within the course of a single day!) To succeed on this journey, you’ll...

If you are unsure where to start in your weight loss journey, the easiest place is often to just take a walk!  Walking is literally the first step to achieving a healthier you.  There are many benefits to walking, but we are going to explore just a few here.   1....

New Year’s Day. We had big plans. Big dreams. And we made big resolutions. Suddenly it’s March and summer is just around the corner! Are you where you thought you’d be? I hope you are! If not, so be it. You won’t find any judgement here. What you will find is a little...

We all know that trying to lose weight alone can be hard.  Finding a support group can make it easier. It has been found that people with at least three friends or family members supporting them to lose weight were much more successful than those who went about the...

Do You Know How Much Fruit You Should Be Eating? The amount of fruit you need to eat depends on your age, sex, height, weight, and level of physical activity. For women, the amount can also depend on whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding.  For general information,...

You Don't Have To Skip The Sweet Treat On Valentines Day! We've put together a few of our favorite internet finds for lower calorie chocolate treats that you can make for that special someone on Valentines Day.  Or, treat yourself! Chocolate TartWith only four...

Why Is Water Important? Besides the fact that it will quench your thirst, water plays an important roll in your bodies day-to-day functioning.  According to the CDC, "Getting enough water every day is important for your health. Drinking water can prevent dehydration,...