24 Articles by Naomi Teeter
Naomi Teeter
No, I'm Not Ashamed Of My Abortion. Here's My Story
There's no need for shame.
I'm A Body Positivity Advocate (And Sometimes I Hate My Body)
"Confession: We are body positive advocates, and sometimes we hate our bodies."
3 Mental Tricks That Helped During My 150-Pound Weight-Loss Journey
Going on yet another diet can feel exciting at first, but it only takes a few weeks to feel overwhelmed.
I Almost Gave My Husband An Eating Disorder
There's nothing wrong with wanting to get healthy and make better, smarter food choices, and to care about the health of our loved ones. But when that...
How I Actually Lost Weight During The Holidays
Are you trying to stay healthy this holiday season?
I Lost 125 Pounds. Here's How I Know I'll Keep It Off
If you’re having doubts about your weight-loss journey, here are some signs that you’re doing great (you just don’t know it yet).
I Lost 150 Pounds But Won't Give Out Weight-Loss Advice. Here's Why
Four reasons why I became tight-lipped about offering weight-loss advice.
8 Rules I Followed To Lose 150 Pounds In A Year
I was half the size I once was, and I’ve been able to maintain this weight loss for the last six years.
7 Downsides To My 125-Pound Weight Loss
For everyone that’s plus-sized and wants to drop some weight, or anyone that was once plus-sized, this is for you.
Empowering Questions That Helped Me Lose 125 Pounds & Keep It Off
I can almost guarantee I would not have sustained my 125+ pound weight loss these last six years if I hadn't asked myself these five questions.
12 Empowering Truths I Learned From Losing 125 Pounds & Keeping It Off
After nearly six years of maintaining a 125-pound weight loss, I've collected many insights about my health journey that I know others can benefit...
Protein-Rich Amaranth Breakfast Porridge
One of my favorite healthy amaranth recipes is a bowl of Divine Breakfast Porridge.
5 Surprising Ways To Use The Detoxifying Power Of Activated Charcoal
Activated charcoal is one of the most nontoxic, adsorptive substances known to man. It binds to and eliminates poisons from the body, as well as...
12 Ways To Invite Kindness Into Your Life
Being a human can be a difficult and lonely experience at times. We all endure tragedies, setbacks, sadness, or being too busy to appreciate life. I...
What I Learned From Weighing 300 Pounds
As someone who spent the first 25 years of her life as a plus-sized individual, I can tell you firsthand how often plus-sized people are scrutinized...
8 Things Happy & Healthy People Do Every Morning
Feel your best every day!
Why Losing Weight Helped Me To Become A Better Wife
Somewhere between my first and second marriage, I lost a lot of weight (around 125 pounds) and gained a lot of insight about myself and how to treat...
What I Wish I Could Tell The Chubby Girl I Used To Be
Being a mentor for at-risk elementary and middle school children for the last three years, I've noticed that they tend to have the same difficulties I...
25 Life Lessons I've Learned From Losing 125 Pounds
It’s been my experience over the last five years that you don’t just lose 125 pounds without discovering some seriously deep stuff about yourself.
8 Tips To Stay Healthy When You're Crazy Busy
How to stay balanced in a busy world.