Indulging your sweet tooth this Valentine's Day? No worries! Whip up these delightful and healthy dessert recipes to satisfy your cravings without sacrificing your weight loss goals.
Who doesn't love a little indulgence now and then? But the secret to being able to enjoy dessert while trying to lose weight is to keep the portion size small and include good-for-you ingredients. That way you get to satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your diet. Combining your sweets serving with other healthy ingredients like fruit, nuts, Greek yogurt, or oats helps to make the dessert more filling and reduces the blood sugar spike. It also means you get to call dessert a snack! Here are our favorite healthy desserts to try
"When we are just starting the plan, it's so hard to see into the future. It seems we tend to concentrate on the daily/weekly loss. It's very important to stay the course and do the best you can because these pounds will eventually add up and then we will be sharing our total weight loss, proudly." - Julie J.
Nutrition tip of the week
Start your day with a nutritious breakfast to fuel your body and boost your metabolism. Eating well early also sets the tone for the rest of the day, making healthier choices more likely throughout the day.
