Author: Melissa Zimmerman

Melissa Zimmerman is a freelance writer specializing in health and nutrition writing. A California native living in Central Oregon, Melissa enjoys the outdoor adventures and beauty of the Pacific Northwest. When she is not kayaking on the river, you can find her in a yoga studio or practicing asanas outdoors. Melissa is a big believer in the power of yoga and healthy food to radically improve anyone’s quality of life.

8 Drinks To Help Blast Fat

Can you drink your way to weight loss? Here are eight scientifically proven weight loss drinks to help you blast the fat. Each of these fat burning drinks help you lose weight.

How To Make A Healthier Sandwich For Weight Loss

Everyone has a favorite. Grilled, warm and toasty with melted gooey cheese, or cold and piled high with crunchy vegetables, the sandwich is the ultimate convenience food.

6 Weight Loss Mistakes Even Fit Women Make

You can avoid these six mistakes (that even fit women make) and be on your way to weight loss success.

Sweet Potato Vs. Potato: Which Is Healthier?

In one corner, the potato; in the other, the sweet potato. Some people swear that the sweet potato is the key to weight loss and better health, while others claim the potato can be a part of a healthy diet, too.

When You Lose Weight, Here’s Where The Fat Goes

Have you ever wondered what happens to the excess fat when you lose weight? Some people may think the pounds “melt away”, others might think they are sweating the fat off or converting fat into muscle.

Post-Workout Meals For Women Trying To Lose Weight

Ladies, eating right after your workout won't undo your hard work. Focus on incorporating post-workout meals that will facilitate muscle growth with a balance of nutrients.