The Leaf | Healthy Weight Loss Blog

Happy YOU Year! Now’s the time to lose the weight and become your healthiest self. Whether you have significant weight to lose or just want to shed a few pesky pounds that showed up over the holidays, the new year is a great time to tackle your weight loss goals. Nothing says clean slate like tossing last year’s calendar in the trash and hanging up a brand new one. But if you’re like most people, setting a goal and putting a plan into motion are two very different things. Even for those who get off to a good start, life can end up getting in the way. For a weight loss resolution, that could mean finding yourself reverting back to old eating habits or skipping workout sessions. Without structure and support, it can be really hard to keep working toward those healthy living goals. Trust us; we get it. Here’s the good news: The Nutrisystem weight loss program was designed for people like you–people who want to lose weight but aren’t exactly sure the best way to go about doing it.

If you got an Instant Pot as a holiday gift—or if you went out and bought one for yourself—you’ll be happy to learn that you can make Nutrisystem-friendly meals in a snap using your new kitchen toy. According to the manufacturer, Instant Pot speeds up cooking by two to six times using up to 70 percent less energy. The Instant Pot is the Swiss Army Knife of kitchen tools. It’s the next generation pressure cooker, but it also sautés and acts like a slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, yogurt maker and a food warmer. If there’s ever an attachment that slices and dices or sends your shopping list to a grocery delivery service, you’ll be able to call it your own personal chef. We’ve developed 11 delicious recipes that make good use of this versatile appliance: 1. Quick & Easy Pot Roast > You can have this Sunday night special meal any old time since the Instant Pot makes it ultra-easy and quick to prepare. Loaded with flavor from garlic, Italian seasoning, onions and black pepper

When it comes to losing weight, do you want to become unstoppable? Being unstoppable means becoming a force to reckon with. In terms of weight loss, it means not just losing weight early on in a program or plan but continually going until you meet your goal weight—and then maintaining it. If you’ve ever started off really enthusiastic with a plan in the past, you know how good it can feel to forge ahead with commitment and willpower. But what if you could maintain that momentum for the long haul? You’d not only lose the weight but continue to keep it off. The fact is even ordinary people are filled with extraordinary potential and can become unstoppable if they’re equipped with the right tools and support. So often, people have great intentions when they first start on any weight loss program. However, they lose steam because they were never set up for success in the first place. The best way to lose weight is to find support in a system that will keep you on track for the long term

The holidays sure do look a little different this year. However, you can still have some old fashioned family fun! If you’re home for the holidays, try some of these fun activities for a healthy holiday at home. 10 Ways to Prepare for a Healthy and Happy Holiday Season Read More 1. Bake some homemade goodies. It just isn’t the holiday season without some homemade holiday treats! Grab your apron and whip up some healthy baked goods that fit into your Nutrisystem plan . Got a sweet tooth? Try these 16 healthy and easy holiday cookie recipes! > Looking for something a little more savory? Check out these 11 healthy bread recipes! > They’re so delicious, the whole family will want some. 2. Have a Christmas movie marathon and game night. If you’re staying in with your family, you can celebrate the holiday with some classic holiday movies and board games. They are the perfect activities for family bonding! Looking for some healthy snacks to enjoy during your  movie marath

Chocolate and maple and pumpkin, oh my! The holidays are here—which means so are all of the sweets and food that come along with them. Just because you’ve made the decision to make healthier choices, doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself of some of your favorite holiday snacks. That’s right, you can still enjoy sweet and savory desserts (think holiday fudge), all while staying on track with your diet plan. We are here to tell you that you can have your holiday fudge and eat it, too. We have created the ultimate recipe book to include five holiday fudge recipes to satisfy a sweet tooth. These recipes are so simple, you’ll want to make each one at least once this holiday season! Whip them all up for a holiday get together, or pick out your favorite flavor to indulge in throughout the week. Whatever the case may be, one thing is certain—your sweet tooth is sure to be satisfied and your taste buds are sure to be thanking you. So enjoy this printable recipe book as our gift to you th

In winter, your daily brisk walk can quickly turn from “feel the burn” to “feel the brrrrr ” as temperatures plummet. But don’t let a little cold stop you from doing winter workouts! Cold weather exercises may actually help you lose weight faster. According to AccuWeather, “Regardless of exercise, studies have shown that being outside in cold weather can transform white fat, specifically belly and thigh fat, into calorie-burning beige or brown fat.” They explain that brown fat burns calories to generate heat and keep you warm. So try to get outside this winter, even just for some fresh air and a brisk walk! The hardest part of winter workouts is the first few minutes you spend out in the cold. It’s like jumping into an unheated pool in early summer, before the sun has done its magic. You’re cold for a little while but as you move around, you literally get warmed up. Of course, there are ways to exercise smartly and safely that will make your winter workouts pure enjoyment. Here are