Detox and De-Stress to Lose Weight

An often overlooked step in beginning a weight loss plan is to detox your body, environment, and your mind. Clear out those mind and body toxins that can ruin your chances of metabolizing food and making healthy choices. Reducing stress is especially important in reducing belly fat. For example, learn how to manage stress (yoga and being in nature are two of my favorites); get enough sleep (if you’re waking up with an alarm clock, you’re not getting enough zzz’s); clean up your cupboard of toxic foods (throw them out or give them away); and take “fattening” people out of the picture (who needs bad influences?)