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Late night snacking is a deeply ingrained pattern that almost all of us have been stuck in at one point or another. Even if your goal isn’t to lose weight, eating immediately before bed is not optimal for your health. Right before bed, it’s best to only drink water or tea and allow your organs a rest period. This creates spaciousness for cellular repair, organ detox, and inflammation repair. However, when life gets real, late-night snacking isn’t always something you can avoid. You might be up late with the kids, be a shift-worker or be dealing with life circumstances that are keeping you up. Here are a few snack options you can reach to that won’t derail your weight loss efforts. All of these options are in line with the  Clean Eating  philosophy. 1. Cucumber slices with lemon juice + salt or hummus Cucumber slices are refreshing, light on the system and full of water. Sometimes just a light snack of fresh sliced veggies with a bit of hummus will be just t...

Ever wish you could just “try on” a healthy lifestyle to see if it fits? Now you can with Clean Week, an  exclusive Beachbody On Demand  step-by-step 7-day nutrition and fitness program that gives you all the tools you need to start losing weight, getting in shape, and kick-starting healthy habits that last a lifetime. With Clean Week, you won’t feel overwhelmed by starting a new fitness routine or changing your diet. This program, which starts October 3rd, makes it easy to jump right in, especially if you’re new to health and fitness. And Clean Week is the perfect introduction to Beachbody’s unique total solution of fitness, nutrition, and support. Once you start seeing results with Clean Week, you can continue your health and fitness journey with other proven Beachbody programs. Don’t Miss the Clean Week Sneak Peek Clean Week launches October 3rd, but the sneak peek here! Get a taste of Megan Davies’ newest program on  Beachbody On Demand . Can 7 Days...

10 Healthy Apple Recipes for Fall Baked Apple Chips Want a satisfying, crunchy snack? Try these apple chips! They’re easy to make and don’t have any added sugar or preservatives. Your kids will love them too!  Get the recipe . Homemade Applesauce Store-bought applesauce is often full of a lot of added sugar. Make yours at home in less than an hour and you’ll be pleased with how tasty the results are and how healthy it is!  Get the recipe . Apple Pie Shakeology Applesauce and cinnamon make this yummy shake taste like apple pie!  Get the recipe . (one of my favorites!) Baked Apples Enjoy these for a sweet and savory after-dinner treat!  Get the recipe . (Tip: try over Ice Cream) Apple Crisp This savory dessert features the rich flavor of baked apples, walnuts, oats, and a touch of maple syrup.  Get the recipe . Quinoa Stuffing This simple stuffing is loaded with delicious vegetables and herbs and takes just 10 minutes to prep.  Ge...

Just like everyone else, I go through periods of time when exercising is the last thing I want to do. But knowing how important it is for my health, I force myself to push through, and after I get over the hump, I'm good to go — I feel motivated and start looking forward to exercise once again. But sometimes, I think about what would happen if I didn't push through the rough patches. I'm pretty sure I would turn into a couch potato. Just as  regular exercise can make you feel energized  and raring to go, sitting on the couch and doing nothing can make you feel like doing more of the same. The reason to push yourself through is because there are health implications involved. To put it simply: Being a couch potato is bad for your health. In fact, a study published in July in the journal The Lancet showed just how  bad a sedentary lifestyle is  for your health. You may be surprised by the results. I sure was. According to the World Health Organization, cigaret...

Losing weight isn’t easy, but keeping it off can seem even more daunting. Thankfully, it turns out that the idea that most people who lose weight gain it all back (and sometimes more) might be a misconception ,  and there’s research to back that up: An ongoing observational study found that with sustained behavioral changes, the majority of people were able to  keep weight off for 5+ years . To help bolster your resolve, shed these nine unhealthy habits and ways of thinking to help make weight loss part of who you are, rather than a fleeting phase. Ditch: Thinking long-term weight loss is impossible Feeling like you have to suffer for  the rest of your life  to maintain your weight loss is understandably scary. That’s why it’s crucial to have a realistic maintenance plan for eating and exercising that meshes with your life. Just as important, however, is  how you react  when you go off-plan. ...