Loving Yourself at Any Size

Many of us unwittingly send ourselves less-than-loving messages day in and day out, creating a sense of dissatisfaction with our bodies and, in turn, our lives. During this month of love, maybe it is time to turn the message around and create greater appreciation and even adoration for ourselves – no matter what the size.

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Ask Sofia: Why Am I Gaining Weight?

If the scale isn’t exactly reflecting your healthy lifestyle these days, you might be wondering “why?”

“Why am I gaining weight?” is a loaded question with many potential answers. Some women gain weight during menopause when the metabolism begins to slow down while others see the scale tick up due to medication for depression and anxiety, stress and stress hormones, lack of sleep, digestive issues, eating too much sugar or not enough lean protein, and distracted eating, among others.

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