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Hi! I’m Mary.

After years of struggling to find a nutrition and fitness plan that worked for me, I finally found a way to maintain a healthy weight so that I could live the life I was yearning for. But getting there wasn’t easy – I had to cut through all the conflicting advice and figure out what actually worked. With obesity rates climbing every year, it’s clear that quick fixes and one-size-fits-all solutions aren’t working for most people.

That’s why I created this site – to bring together everything you need in one place. You’ll find simple guides that make healthy eating doable, workouts that don’t feel like punishment, honest reviews of products and services, and most importantly, a community of people who understand your journey. Because when we support each other, we’re all more likely to succeed.

Mary Bedell

Founder of LifesYearning

Our Mission

We’re here to make getting healthy feel doable and fun. Our goal is to give you the tools, ideas, & support you need to build habits that last.

Practical Guides

We give you simple, easy-to-follow guides that make healthy eating doable without crazy diets or confusing rules. Our step-by-step resources help you create good eating habits that actually stick and work with your real life.

Fun Activities

We give you fun workouts, helpful articles, and honest reviews to make staying active easier and more enjoyable. Find activities you actually enjoy that keep you moving and make fitness feel like play instead of work.

Supportive Resources

Connect with people who get what you’re going through and discover helpful apps and online tools that make reaching your goals easier. Get the support, tips, and motivation you need from both our community and the best resources we’ve found.

Our Reviews

We test & review products & services so you don’t have to guess what actually works. Get honest feedback before you spend your money.

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Diet Programs

We break down popular diet plans to help you find one that fits your lifestyle and goals without the hype.

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Meal Delivery Services

Find out which meal delivery options are worth it with our reviews on taste, convenience, and value.

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Weight Loss Supplements

Get the real story on supplements with honest reviews about what works, what doesn’t, and what’s safe.

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Fitness Equipment

We test home workout gear so you know which equipment is worth buying and which to skip.

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Weight Loss Apps

Discover which apps actually help you stay on track with reviews of features, ease of use, and results.

Obesity in America

Understanding the scope and impact of obesity is the first step toward making informed choices for a healthier future.

What our readers say

Don’t just take our word for it – hear from real people who’ve found success using our guides, reviews, and community support

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I finally found a site that gives me honest reviews instead of just trying to sell me something. The workout ideas are actually fun and the community keeps me motivated when I want to give up.

Sarah M.
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The step-by-step nutrition guides made healthy eating so much simpler than I thought it would be. I’ve lost 25 pounds and actually enjoy cooking now more than ever!

Natalie W.

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