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.

For many, New Year’s Eve is code for slim-down sabotage. Between the celebratory spread, the bounty of adult beverages and the late night curfew, it’s no wonder so many people vow to jumpstart their diets the very next day. But you can still ring in the New Year without packing on the pounds. Here’s how: Eat! Stick to your normally scheduled mealtimes, and don’t “save room.” Showing up for a party ravenous is a fast-pass to diet failure. Eat your meals as you would on any other day and don’t forget to drink your water—it can help you feel fuller and slow down your noshing. If you feel like you have to eat once the festivities begin, pile your plate with raw veggies and fresh fruit. Remember, if you’re on Nutrisystem, we don’t recommend drinking alcohol—especially since it can cause your willpower to wane. If you decide to break the rules tonight, opt for one light beer or small glass of wine, then switch to seltzer with lime or mix it up with a festive mocktail . Bring a Healthy Ap

Work out an hour a day! Lose 20 pounds! Stop eating cookies! These may sound like some of the overly-ambitious promises you make at the start of every year, only to break a few weeks later. Get-healthy goals are good, but only if you can actually keep them. Here at Nutrisystem, our mission is to make healthy living easier. We want you to succeed at this. And this year, to help you get off to a successful start, we’re dishing out 10 New Year’s resolutions to consider making in 2022. They’re realistic and achievable, so you won’t abandon them in a month. Plus, they’ll help jumpstart your journey toward a happier, healthier you. Here’s to the very best year yet! Check out these 10 New Year’s resolutions for a healthy 2022: 1. Aim to drop one to two pounds a week. Evidence shows you’re more likely to keep the weight off when you lose it slowly and steadily, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And as you work toward your ultimate goal, your effort along

You’d think the season that makes you want to curl up on the couch with a heated blanket, a bowl of beef stew and a hunk of bread might be the worst time to expect to lose any weight. But you can make winter the best time for weight loss. The chilly season has loads of advantages—not the least of which is that it’s chilly. Sound intrigued? Here’s why winter is the best time to lose weight… and how to make the most of winter’s charms: 1. Have some soup. You know you want to. Winter is traditionally soup season, and if you choose a low-fat vegetable-based soup, particularly if you start your meal with a cup, you can count on eating fewer calories during the meal. In a study done at Penn State University, people who had soup before lunch actually consumed a higher quantity of food, but 20 percent fewer calories at the meal, than when they had the same meal without a soup appetizer. The secret: You can eat plenty of a veggie soup without piling on the calories, plus it helps fill you

Calling all partners: Our latest and greatest giveaway is here! 100 days. Over 100 winners. $100,000 in CASH PRIZES! Enter the Nutrisystem $100,000 Better Together Partner Plan Giveaway and you could win BIG. What would you do with the grand prize of $25,000? Buy a car? Go on a second honeymoon? Team up, lose weight, and win big! Over the next 100 days, we will be giving away $100,000 in cash prizes to over 100 winners. There is no purchase necessary to enter or win Nutrisystem’s $100,000 Better Together Giveaway. There are two easy ways to enter: Order the Nutrisystem Partner Plan because losing weight is better together! You’ll be automatically entered to win. Download the NUMI app in the Apple or Google Play store, go to the Newsfeed Card by clicking “More” and “ News Feed ”, and click “Special Offers” to submit an entry form, OR click here to download an entry form to submit via U.S. mail to Nutrisystem, Inc. Prizes include: Grand Prize of $25,000 2 First Prizes of $1

Want to enjoy holiday festivities without packing on the pounds? Sip on these low-calorie non-alcoholic mocktails that taste so delicious, you won’t even miss the booze! Plus, they fit perfectly into your  Nutrisystem weight loss plan. Here are five diet-friendly mocktail recipes for your holiday menu: 1. Hot Toddy There’s no better way to kick off the cold holiday season than with this warm, soothing drink. Servings: 1 Calories per Serving: 53 Each Serving Counts as: 1 Extra Ingredients: 7 oz. hot black tea 1 tablespoon sugar-free honey 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 lemon wedge Directions: 1. Pour honey, lemon juice and spices into large mug. 2. Top with hot tea, stir, then add lemon wedge for garnish. 2. Cran-Raz Spritzer This booze-free beverage doesn’t just look delicious, it tastes that way, too! Servings: 4 Calorie per Serving: 74 Each Serving Counts as: 1 SmartCarb Ingredient

The holidays are here and it’s time to 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 marathon? The Leaf Weight Loss Blog has plenty

You’re probably thinking, “Great, just what I need when I’m trying to lose weight, an irresistible calorie-and-fat-laden dip for calorie-and-fat-laden (and can’t stop at one) chips.” But you don’t have to despair over holiday appetizers when you have these guilt-free and healthy dip recipes! We’re serving up 20 healthy dip recipes that are perfect for snacking and celebrating this holiday season. These healthy appetizer dips will calm all your fears. They’re all tasty but they’re totally diet-friendly. (A couple are even meant for dessert dipping!) Plus, they can help you eat more veggies. Stay Off the Naughty List with 9 Festive Treats Perfect for Holiday Gatherings Read More 1. Everything Bagel Dip > The secret to making low-cal delish is to spice it up. This dip has it all! Mix a tablespoon of “everything bagel” seasoning into a mixture of nonfat plain Greek yogurt (loads of filling protein), low-fat cream cheese and some spicy Dijon mustard to create this simple snack