leader1

leaderextra

box1

boxn

boxextra

adhesion1

Weight Loss

The Weight Loss Journey

Thanksgiving is the most food-focused holiday of the year — which makes it tricky for dieters. Will counting calories on Turkey Day help you stay on track in the long run? Get insights from experts and Lose It! users, plus tips for maintaining your diet goals.

Pro Tips for Maintaining Your Diet Goals on Thanksgiving

Weight gain is one of the most common side effects of perimenopause, but you can stop it in its tracks with these expert tips and tricks. 

How Do You Stop Perimenopausal Weight Gain? Hint: It’s Not Cardio

Discover how your medications may influence your appetite, including the 7 common medicines that can affect hunger and how to manage these changes.

Your Medication May Affect Your Appetite More Than You Think

With large portions, fast eating habits, and constant distractions, it’s no wonder we’re disconnected from our fullness cues. Here’s how to tune in again.

6 Surefire Ways to Know When You’re Full

Halloween is the unofficial start of the holiday season, and with it comes the possibility of weight gain. To prevent it, learn five easy tips registered dietitians swear by for keeping the weight off during the holidays and beyond. 

Holiday Weight Gain Actually Starts in Fall — Here's How to Prevent It

From the hidden calories in your favorite cocktails to its unexpected effects on your metabolism, alcohol plays a complex role in weight loss. Let’s explore the science behind it.

How Does Alcohol Impact Weight Loss?

Want to lose weight without breaking a sweat? Here’s how to do it, according to the experts.

6 Ways to Lose Weight Without Exercise, According to Experts

Food pushers are everywhere—at work, at holiday parties, and even in your own home. But they can be stopped.

What’s a Food Pusher? Signs and How to Say No

It may seem as if you’re “built” to be a certain weight, but your genes don’t tell the whole story.

How Much Do Your Genes Really Impact Your Weight?

Losing weight may have a major upside you didn’t expect—making your mind sharper.

What Weight Loss Can Do for Your Brain

These chemical messengers can impact how hungry or full you feel and whether fat is burned or stored. Learn how they work and how to keep them in balance.

9 Key Hormones That Can Influence Your Weight Loss Journey

If you’re taking a GLP-1, it’s essential to consume enough fluids each day. Getting the right amount keeps you healthy and reduces the likelihood of GLP-1 side effects like bloating and constipation. Here’s what experts say about how to stay hydrated.

Why Your Water Intake Matters if You’re on a GLP-1

If you’re a picky eater, then you know the struggle of wanting to improve your diet with new foods but not knowing where to start. Here are some tips to help you ace your weight loss goals, even as a picky eater.

Help! I’m a Picky Eater and Don’t Like ‘Healthy’ Foods

If you’re taking a GLP-1 medication, counting the macronutrients and micronutrients you consume each day helps you stay healthy on your weight loss journey. Here’s what experts say about how to set and track macro goals.

Setting Macronutrient and Micronutrient Goals When Taking a GLP-1 Medication

Losing weight can be easier and more sustainable when you have a supportive buddy. And who better to buddy up with than your partner? Read on for the benefits of a joint weight loss journey and 6 expert-recommended strategies for losing weight together.

How Can a Couple Lose Weight Together?

Calorie tracking can help ensure you get the nutrients you need while on a GLP-1. Here’s what you should know to get started.

Counting Calories While Taking a GLP-1? Here’s What You Need to Know

Some say moringa is a true superfood as it’s packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals. Studies have also shown moringa may help improve blood sugar and cholesterol. But can it also help with weight loss? Here’s what you need to know before taking moringa capsules.  

Do Moringa Capsules Work for Weight Loss?

If you're a fan of spicy foods, your taste buds could be onto something. Hot peppers may give your metabolism a boost, help you lose weight, and increase your lifespan.

Can Spicy Foods Boost Your Metabolism?

Lose It! member Molly shares what motivated her to begin her weight-loss journey and her lifestyle changes. She discusses her favorite app features and how Lose It! has been crucial to her 131-pound weight loss.

Member Spotlight Video Series: Grandmother Who Lost 131 Pounds Is Now in Nursing School

Many people mistakenly believe that hitting their goal weight will automatically usher in lasting happiness. But it’s not always that simple. Read about the challenges one woman faced after losing 102 pounds, and learn how to protect your mental health on your own journey.

I’ve Reached My Goal Weight. Why Am I Not Happier?

Lose It! member Ben shares what motivated him to begin his weight loss journey and his lifestyle changes. He discusses his favorite app features and how Lose It! has been crucial to his 89-pound weight loss.

Member Spotlight Video Series: Ben Reveals How He Lost 89 Pounds in One Year

New Year’s diet resolutions naturally have a lot of momentum, but other times of the year can be just as inspiring. Here, experts explain which dates offer the greatest opportunity for a “fresh start” when it comes to weight loss.

When Is the Best Time to Start a New Diet?

GLP-1 medications may alter appetite, but that’s no excuse to skimp on smart nutrition. Learn how to make the best choices when it comes to eating carbs and sugar if you’re on a GLP-1.

Can I Eat Sugar and Carbs on a GLP-1 Medication?

Even though nothing is “off-limits” when you’re on a GLP-1 medication, some foods are better at preventing muscle loss and limiting unwanted side effects. Find out what experts say are the best foods to eat — and avoid — when you’re taking a GLP-1. 

The Best and Worst Foods to Eat When Taking a GLP-1 Medication

Developing weight loss habits that you can transfer into maintenance is a key strategy — one that the Lose It! app supports, experts say.

New Everyday Health Survey Reveals We Know How to Lose Weight — but Not How to Maintain It

Now is an ideal time to make healthy lifestyle changes that can transform your body. Experts recommend the following New Year’s resolutions for their unique ability to burn fat and boost overall health.

6 New Year’s Resolutions That Will Help You Burn Fat

How many calories are in your favorite alcoholic beverage? What about carbs and sugar? And what should you drink if you want to lose weight? We’ve got the answers in this handy reference guide.

A Quick Reference Guide to the Calories, Carbs, and Sugar in Alcohol

Lose It! members Hannah and Josh talk about what motivated them to begin their weight-loss journeys, the lifestyle changes they’ve made, and their favorite app features.

Member Spotlight Video Series: Meet Hannah and Josh

Ever notice that you’re suddenly hungry all over again when the server wheels the dessert cart over to your table? Learn the science behind “dessert stomach” and why your dinner may be leaving some of your taste buds wanting more.

Dessert Stomach Is Real — Here’s What to Do About It

If reducing calories without cutting out sweets sounds enticing, this popular sugar substitute might be worth a try.

Can Allulose Help With Weight Loss? Plus Benefits, Downsides, and Safety

It’s one of the biggest mysteries of the weight loss journey: You’ve dropped a few pounds, but not in the places you expected. Find out why this happens — and how to keep making progress anyway.

What You Should Know if You’re Trying to Target Fat Loss

Why do we get cravings out of the blue? Turns out, our gut bacteria may have something to do with it. See how a healthier gut could help reduce sugar cravings and other food temptations.

The Unexpected Link Between Gut Bacteria and Food Cravings

Does the “ice hack” live up to the hype as an effective weight loss method? We dissect its claims and unravel the facts.

The Truth About the ‘Ice Hack’: Debunking Weight Loss Myths

Carrying a lot of body weight can lead to respiratory problems. Here’s how losing weight may help you breathe easier.

Can Losing Weight Improve Your Breathing?

Members share their weight loss journey in their words in videos filmed in their own spaces.

Member Spotlight Video Series: Meet Elizabeth, Marup, and Victoria

Not everyone in your circle will be on your team as you work toward your health goals. Here’s what you can do about it.

5 Ways Your Family Can Sabotage Your Weight Loss — and How to Respond

Having a support system can be a game-changer for weight loss. Here are a few different types, along with expert-backed tips to help you succeed.

Why Your Support System Is Key to Weight Loss, Plus How to Build One

Vacationing is certainly a time for relaxation, but here’s how to make sure you stay close to your calorie budget.

Yes, You Can Still Enjoy Your Vacation While Calorie Counting

Are you making weight loss harder than it has to be? Drop these 5 counterproductive phrases for a smoother journey.

5 Things You’re Saying That Make Weight Loss Harder

After three pregnancies, Angelica decided to take control of her health and lost 87 lbs by tracking her meals.

Equipped with her Barcode Scanner, Family Support, and a Lot of Self-Love, Angelica Lost 87 Lbs and is Crushing Her Goals

Learn how to tweak your weight loss goals so you can continue moving forward with the same confidence and determination you started with.

Feeling Stuck? How to Adjust Your Weight Loss Goals

Looking to enhance your goal-setting skills? Here are twelve valuable tips to ensure you are setting effective and achievable targets.

12 Tips for Setting Weight-Loss Goals Like a Pro

Britt, a father from Pennsylvania, had always been an active person.

Meet Britt: A Father Who Found His Way Back to An Active Lifestyle

Gary Took Control of His Weight After a Serious Health Scare - The Secret Ingredient

Gary Took Control of His Weight After a Serious Health Scare

Sofia's Journey From Emotional Eating to Inspiring Others - The Secret Ingredient

Sofia’s Journey From Emotional Eating to Inspiring Others

Meet Brandon, a 4th year medical student in Alabama who lost 120 lbs by tracking and educating himself on healthy food and exercise habits!

Brandon’s Incredible 140 Pound Weight Loss (While in Medical School!)

Meet Erin, a student in Texas who used stories on social to motivate her own journey. 52 pounds lost, and she's fully rocking her healthy lifestyle. 

How Social Media Helped Erin Lose 52 Pounds in 52 Weeks

Cyndriel Decided to Prioritize Her Wellbeing Before Turning 40 - The Secret Ingredient

Cyndriel Decided to Prioritize Her Wellbeing Before Turning 40

Studies have shown that avoiding certain "trigger" foods and adopting specific lifestyle factors can help you fight the odds of becoming overweight, even if obesity is “in your genes.”

Six Simple Steps to Fight Obesity Genes

Meet Darlene: Getting Her First Smartphone at Age 70 Kick-Started Her Journey to Better Health.

Meet Darlene: Getting Her First Smartphone at Age 70 Kick-Started Her Journey To Better Health 

The Secret Ingredient Lindsay Reconnected With Her Hunger Cues and Became a More Mindful Eater

Lindsay Reconnected With Her Hunger Cues and Became a More Mindful Eater

Brittney is a 25-year-old Patient Care Secretary from Pennsylvania who kickstarted her weight loss journey after seeing the scale tip over 200 lbs post pregnancy. Despite trying many different things to lose weight, it wasn't until Brittney turned to calorie counting with Lose It! that she learned the exact steps for how to make positive changes and achieve her weight loss goal.

Brittney’s Journey: “It’s been a long time since I’ve felt this good about myself”

Marup, a 42-year-old father of two young children from Queens, New York, credits Lose It! for helping him break poor eating habits and build healthy ones.

Meet Marup: Eating Whole Foods and Getting Into Cycling Led Him to a Healthier Lifestyle

Discover the top four reasons why eating at home may be advantageous for your health. Plus, tips to make cooking easier.

Does Eating at Home Help with Weight Loss?

When Jasmine first decided to try Lose It!, she had just had her second child in two years and felt as though she didn’t recognize herself when she looked in the mirror.

Meet Jasmine, a Mother, Behavior Change Wellness Coach Who Lost 120 Pounds and Changed her Life

Meet Joey Ciaramitaro, a Lobster dealer from Gloucester, Massachusetts (pronounced Glos-tahr for non-New Englanders), who recently gained the SuperTracker status by spreading the word about Lose It! to his followers.

Say Hello to Joey, a Lobster Dealer, Successful Blogger and Podcast Producer

Mary, a 60-year-old retired school teacher from Arkansas, credits Lose It! for helping her find balance, both in terms of what she eats and how she incorporates exercise and physical activity in her daily life.

Mary Made Changes And Went From Emotional Eating to Empowered Living

Discover four potential health risks that can occur if you're consuming too few calories. Plus, ideas to create a sustainable eating pattern.

How Low Is Too Low When It Comes to Calories?

Elizabeth, an elementary school teacher from North Carolina, made the decision to commit to living a healthier lifestyle in the summer of 2022 when she realized that she was “grazing her way through several workrooms” at school and had seen the scale hit 292 pounds.

Elizabeth Adopted Healthier Eating Habits to Reach Her Wellness Goals

Co-host of the Fixate & Binge podcast (where discussion centers around what movies and shows to watch), Joe, from Oakdale, CA, believes that sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words.

Meet Joe: How a Positive Outlook Has Benefited His Health

Sam, a second-grade schoolteacher from Massachusetts, credits Lose It! for helping her lose 95 pounds since February 2021.

How Sam Healed Her Relationship With Food on her Journey to lose 95 lbs

A Massachusetts mother who works from home and takes care of her energetic six-year-old, Angie began her journey to better health when she decided to leave her sedentary lifestyle behind.

Meet Angie: A Mom Who Became Mindful About Eating and Found a Love of Movement

Marshon, a mother of five from Missouri, knows firsthand what it takes to be fit and healthy.

Meet Marshon: A Mother of Five Who Rediscovered Herself by Prioritizing Her Health

Throughout her adult life, Carol had tried every diet out there – from fad diets, hypnosis, and acupuncture to costly and restrictive diets that slimmed down her wallet but didn’t do much to keep her weight in check.

Carol Learns That Slow And Steady Is A Winning Strategy

Gary’s aha moment came six months ago when he decided to become a healthier version of himself and “no longer the big guy.”

Gary Gained Healthy Habits and Lost Over 100 Pounds

Being properly hydrated is crucial for your health. Get tips from a registered dietitian on how to calculate and meet your daily hydration needs.

Hydration, It’s Not Optional

Make long-lasting changes to your weight with our four-week plan. Each week we're focused on a new concept to build a well-rounded approach.

4-Week Plan To Kick-Start Your Weight Loss Journey

Our dietitian shares whether you should track your intake during the holidays. Plus 6 tips on finding balance around the holidays.

Food Tracking And The Holidays: How To Find A Balance

Sharing success stories from our members is one of the things we love to do the most at Lose It!.

Success Stories From Our Members: 2022 Highlights

If you're trying to lose weight but find the scale isn't budging, you're probably making one of these mistakes that could be sabotaging your weight loss.

5 Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Weight Loss

There are many factors that motivate one to eat. We're exploring the differences between physical and emotional cues.

Emotional Vs. Physical Hunger: What’s the Difference?

The maintenance part of weight loss can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be. Here are 8 strategies to help you maintain your weight loss.

5 Strategies For Maintaining Your Weight Loss

Diabetic, tired and was in lots of pain. I wanted to get my life back and not have to take diabetes medicine every day.

Paula Has SO Much More ENergy

My doctor told me if I didn’t start losing weight I’d be headed toward diabetes and other health issues.

Andrea Now Loves her Daily Walks

I have been overweight all my life and trued different diets and apps before and I stumbled upon this one and stuck with it and continue to lose weight.

David Ditched His Diabetes Meds

I’ve battled my weight since 9th grade, when I was 152 pounds.

Kathleen Found a Love of Dancing

I Changed my Life: Let me tell you, I went for my annual well-check with my primary care provider back in February of 2021.

Gary Made a Life Change for Good

Welcome to the Lose It! family! We’re so glad you’re considering using Lose It! to support your health journey.

Everything You Need to Know If You’re Switching from MyFitnessPal to Lose It! 

Despite the buckets of sweat and healthier happy hour choices, some weeks you may notice the scale remains the same.

4 Tips to Help You Avoid the Weight Loss Plateau

Can food tracking help you lose more weight? Find out from a dietitian why keeping a food record may be beneficial for weight loss.

Effectiveness and Benefits of Tracking What You Eat

Our registered dietitian breaks down the science behind ten common weight loss and dieting myths. Find out what's fact and fiction now.

10 Common Weight Loss and Dieting Myths

Weight loss isn't the only marker of health. Our registered dietitian breaks down the importance of setting non-scale victories on Lose It!

When The Scale Won’t Budge Learn To Celebrate These Non-Scale Diet Wins

If you’re using the Lose It! app, there’s a good chance you have some health initiatives that are top of mind. 

Should I Weigh Myself Daily?

Whether you’re trying to lose weight, build muscle, or run your first 10k, goal setting is an essential step for helping you be successful. 

How to Make SMART Goals

Learn what factors impact males and females when it comes to weight loss. Plus, three ways to get started today.

Do Males and Females Lose Weight Differently?

Have you ever met someone who thought that the best way to make a person happy was through their stomach? 

The Incredible Gut-Brain Link

At nearly 300 lbs, Dan was discouraged realizing that his weight significantly increased from excessive take-out and drinking. He started tracking food ...

Dan Started Walking and Setting Small Goals to Shed 75 lbs

Emily is a 33 year-old Social Worker from Stouffville, Ontario, Canada navigating weight gain after a hospitalization. Tired of being worn out and sick, she made a change for herself. Through finding consistency and finding balance with food choices and managing her stress, Emily has not only hit her scale goals, but now enjoys a life full of more energy and determination to reach goals no matter what they are.

Emily Found Her Stride and Lost 80 Lbs

Liz is a 35-year-old Nurse Practitioner from Ohio who began tracking with Lose It! in order to achieve her weight loss goals.

Meet Liz: a Mom on a Mission Who Lost 50 lbs

It can be frustrating to see the scale fluctuate, especially when eating well and exercising well. Read more to learn about these shifts.

Why Your Weight May Be Fluctuating (And Why It’s Not Worth Stressing About)

Sara is a 48 year-old mom, teacher, and artist who wanted to make lasting changes since gaining weight after giving birth. She learned how to fit movement and food tracking with Lose It! into her daily routine to make smarter choices and increase her energy and positive attitude.

Sara Prioritized Herself To Lose 27 Lbs

Taylor is a 28 year-old forester from Alabama. After an annual check up with his doctor reported high cholesterol, Taylor took charge to lower his weight and get his health back in shape. Through planning meals in the Lose It! app Taylor lost 90 lbs and now enjoys all different types of exercise.

High Cholesterol Kickstarted Taylor’s 90 Lb Weight Loss Journey

Laura is a 53-year-old Registered Nurse from Fitchburg, Massachusetts who began tracking her food in Lose It!, on a mission to change her life for the better and set an example for her children. Today, she has more energy, fewer aches and pains, and enjoys how she fits in her clothes.

Laura Managed Her Cravings and Lost 45 Lbs

James is a 71-year-old retiree from Holyhead, Anglesey, UK who wanted to improve his health and longevity. He joined a gym and began tracking with Lose It! in order to learn more about his food intake and habits.

James Improved his Habits and Health to Lose 96 lbs

Sarah Novello is the nutrition and behavior change manager at Lose It!.

Why Calories Matter

Hannah just celebrated her first anniversary of downloading Lose It!, and has lost 100 pounds! (Did we mention that she’s a rockstar?)

Lose It! Employee Spotlight: Introducing Hannah!

When he moved to an office job, he was constantly on the go and eating out more, usually three times a day. Things got even more hectic when wedding season came around — his son got married, followed by his daughter only two months later. The stress and excitement made it even more challenging to focus on his diet, and he hit an all-time high of almost 380 lbs.

The Weight Loss Journey - Page 3