There is no better way of celebrating the holiday season than giving back to your community. If you are looking for ways to make a difference in the lives of others, consider donating healthy food items to your local food bank. By doing so, you can play an essential role in helping to combat food insecurity issues in your community.  Local food banks work tirelessly to serve our communities while providing a growing number of food-insecure families which access to food. These families can be so limited in their resources that they often run out of food. Additionally, limited resources can i...

Enjoy GOLO’s November Fitness Plan to get yourself in top shape! Our team at GOLO is dedicating the month of November to helping you feel and look your best heading into the holidays. It's going to be 19 days of GOLO-inspired fitness & wellness challenges designed to improve your overall health. Each day will feature a new challenge. These challenges are fun and have 2 different options to choose from. Some challenges may even be a surprise and do not include exercise at all! To make this Fall Fitness Challenge more rewarding, invite a friend, family member or coworker to join you! You ...

Thanksgiving is upon us! It’s such a wonderful time to see family and friends and to try some delicious foods. While it can feel challenging to maintain your weight during the holidays, it can be done without depriving yourself of all the fun. Here are some tips to consider that will help you to enjoy the holiday AND stay dedicated to your wellness journey: Plan ahead  — Do not skip meals in order to prepare for a function. Eat your normal meals, meaning if your function is in the evening, eat breakfast and lunch. This way, you will not arrive starving. Be realistic — Instead of worrying ...

Great-tasting meals start with farm-fresh produce, and now is the perfect time to take advantage of the abundance of seasonal fall fruits and vegetables. With so many fresh and wholesome options to consider, the nutrition experts from The University of Delaware 4-H Program have compiled a shortlist of classic fall fruits and vegetables that should be on your shopping list: Apples. Nutrient-dense and filled with vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. Apples are also a heart-healthy fruit that can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.  Broccoli. Green is good and so versatile, high...

We get a lot of questions about bread here at GOLO. Many people assume that bread is off limits when trying to lose weight but with GOLO, that is simply not the case. As long as you choose the right kind and eat it in the correct serving size along with a complete, balanced meal, bread can be part of your life even while losing weight! When looking for a good, healthy bread, you really want to focus on the ingredients. It does not take a lot of ingredients to make bread, but most store-bought breads have laundry lists of unnecessary ingredients and added sugar. One of the ingredients you w...

We feel loved and acknowledged when we receive a gift. But what about the precious gift we should be giving to ourselves—the one we take for granted when we are overweight? Our Health. Deanna turned 50 on January 5, 2019. She had a fantastic party with family and friends, and she received all the gifts she wanted and even more—but she was shocked by the photos from her celebration. Behind her smile, she was hiding extra pounds underneath loose-fitting clothes. She suffered from aching arthritis in her knees and arms, too. The photos showed a clear message: “Do something about your health...

We recently teamed up with registered dietician and author Sharon Palmer to create three delicious and healthy plant-based recipe ideas inspired by the GOLO metabolic meal plan. Sharon’s recipes focus on hearty and wholesome seasonal ingredients like broccoli, squash, cauliflower, mung beans, bok choy, and tofu just in time for fall and winter dining.   A pioneer in the plant-based eating world, Sharon’s recipes are packed with just the right balance of proteins, vegetables, and spices.  Check out her recipes! Recipe #1: Curried Mung Bean Vegetable Soup Makes 10 servings Preparation Time...

Halloween, a child's dream for one reason and one reason only. Candy. Whether you have a child or not, Halloween is approaching and it will be hard to stay in check when it comes to healthy food choices. You're going to be surrounded by sweets, parties, fall festivals, and so much more! But, we are here to keep you on track and give you fun, festive, healthy Halloween food options! We have 5 recipes for you to use to get in the Halloween spirit.  Jack-O-Lantern Soup    Makes: 6 servingsServing Size: 2 Cups According to the GOLO Metabolic Plan, each Serving Contains: 0 Protein, 0 carb, 1 Ve...

The GOLO Semi-Annual 5K was last weekend! Thanks to everyone who participated. We will hold another one in the spring of 2022! Listed below are the winners that were selected by random drawing. If you see your name on this list, CONGRATULATIONS! Please check your email for information on how to confirm your address so we can ship out your prize! Pamela Garcia - Ultimate Prize Pack Katie Cottner - Exercise Pack George Marshal - Supplement Pack Debra Marshal - Aerotrainer Debra Kohler - Perfect 5  Betty Graham - GOLO Infused Water Bottle Tami Saviste - GOLO For Life Plan w/ 3 Bottles ...