Motivation is your key to success.

Motivation is a theoretical construct, used to explain behavior. It is the scientific word used to represent the reasons for our actions, our desires, our needs, etc. Motives are hypothetical constructs, used to explain why people do what they do. A motive is what prompts a person to act in a certain way or at least develop an inclination for specific behavior

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Remember to always use portions when eating snacks. The table below is an example of what you should be keeping track of.

I was pretty much at the end of my rope when it came to figuring out how to eat better and get healthy. Just like those commercials say, “I tried everything but nothing worked.” After just a few short sessions with April, I was well on my way to a much healthier life! Her information was clear and I was provided with supporting documents that I was able to take home and refer to between visits. So you'll learn not only what to eat, but how much of it, what you should be eating it with, and how it all works. To date I've lost over 20 pounds, have dropped two sizes, and am as fit as ever. But best of all, I really understand how food works! ~Barb

When in doubt:

Eat your greens! Fact: Kale eases lung congestion and is beneficial to the stomach, liver and immune system.

Replace candy with sweet vegetables. Fact: Naturally sweet vegetables add healthy sweetness to your meals and reduce your cravings for other sweets.

Eat fruits. Fact: Vegetables and fruits don't die the moment they are harvested. They respond to their environment for days.

Visit the gym.Fact: Exercise produces a relaxation response that serves as a positive distraction.