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If I eat the wrong foods, can I just go to the gym and work off the calories?

No! Many people think that they can eat whatever they want and just work it off in the gym. This could not be further from the truth. Diet and cardio are responsible for 85% of the way that we look. If you do not eat the correct foods, you will probably not look the way you would like. Many people think that they can eat whatever they want and just work it off in the gym. You can be physically fit, exercise religiously, and still not look the way that you would like.

Added by Bonita on July 21, 2009 at 12:01pm — 2 Comments

Do you think that a low carbohydrate diet is necessary for weight loss?

The answer is NO! Our bodies need carbohydrates for proper brain function. The result of consuming a low carb diet can also include loss of muscle tissue, hypoglycemia episodes and low energy levels throughout the day. The loss of muscle tissue is a result of the body trying to find fuel anywhere to provide energy for necessary functions. The muscle tissue is stripped down to amino acids that will be used for energy in place of sugar. The hypoglycemic episodes are a result of the body not… Continue

Added by Bonita on July 17, 2009 at 11:44am — No Comments

Do you believe that having low blood pressure can affect your weight loss?

Almost everybody knows about the dangers of having high blood pressure. When people have low blood pressure they may assume that it is a good thing. Not necessarily so. Unfortunately, if you have low blood pressure and are eating correctly you must consume some extra salt. Extra salt consumption is not conducive to losing weight so this means that you will have to be extra diligent on your diet. I believe that often people are attracted to certain foods because of internal imbalance. The same… Continue

Added by Bonita on July 13, 2009 at 9:45am — No Comments

Do you reckon that consuming dairy products affects weight gain?

The popular ad campaign that states milk helps us lose weight is FALSE! No wonder everyone in America is confused about what to eat! People often think that they are safe if they drink non-fat skim milk for the calcium. All dairy products have LACTOSE even if they are fat free products. Lactose is the sugar naturally found in the milk of all mammals, but is not found anywhere else in nature. Our body cannot absorb lactose because the molecule is too large to pass through the small intestinal… Continue

Added by Bonita on July 10, 2009 at 2:31pm — No Comments

Ready! Set! Go!…Just Do It!

Tomorrow always seems like a good day to make health behavior changes. Many people want to eat better and exercise. Instead, they procrastinate with excuses like I’ll wait until I can save money to do this or it’s too cold out for exercising so I’ll wait for better weather. Months and even years go by without taking action. Before they know it, they’ve gained 20 pounds or have more health problems.

There is something in every one of you that waits and listens for the sound in… Continue

Added by Bonita on July 10, 2009 at 2:25pm — 1 Comment

'The Common Sense Nutrition Approach to Wellness and a Better Quality of Life'

Sorry the Link didn't work in the other posting but here is the link for the course.

'The Common Sense Nutrition Approach to Wellness and a Better Quality of Life'

You will be very happy that you took this course by Dr. Fouts. I have spoken with him in person on more than one occasion and he is very knowledgeable and as well as friendly.…

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Added by Bonita on July 8, 2009 at 4:44pm — No Comments

Do you suppose that eating breakfast has an impact on your weight?

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast is precisely your body's metabolic wake up call. If you skip this meal, you send a message to your body to store body fat. Many people skip breakfast because they are simply not hungry. The answer is to eat this meal regardless of your hunger level. Why not start the day right? Provide your metabolism and your mind the much-needed fuel that you deserve!…

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Added by Bonita on July 8, 2009 at 4:33pm — No Comments

Control Your Health

Health Paradigms

We get stuck in our health’s’ culture, paradigms and patterns and want to change.

Even though we want change, we keep doing the same thing.

Even when we know we are doing the wrong thing, we keep doing it.

Even when we agree to change, we don’t follow through.

Even when we commit, to a program or plan, we may not follow the advice.

Why?

Don’t get mad or disappointed in yourself.

The… Continue

Added by Bonita on July 6, 2009 at 1:21pm — No Comments

Do you think that if you only eat fewer calories you must lose weight?

"No" is the correct answer. Unfortunately "Yes" is too simple and easy. If that were true, all of us would have the bodies we want!

If you think that 2,000 calories from chicken breast, potatoes, and broccoli are equal to 2000 calories of doughnuts, Moon Pies, Oreo’s, Twinkies and Butter Cups, you are mistaken.

These foods metabolize very differently inside your body. The high sugar content in the fat infused foods will cause a sugar spike, which will result… Continue

Added by Bonita on July 6, 2009 at 12:33pm — 2 Comments

Treating the Symptoms or the Cause?

The Western Medicine Traditional Approach

When we think of illness and disease it is revealed to us through symptoms (aches, pains, bumps, lesions, etc). It is these symptoms that tell us that there is a body system that is not functioning properly.

In Western medicine we treat the symptoms with what we think it needs and not look at the cause.

"I Feel Healthy! A Critical Illness or Disease Won't Happen"

Yes, I have heard this one quite… Continue

Added by Bonita on June 24, 2009 at 11:09am — No Comments

Do you think that if you stop eating food after 6 p.m. it will help you lose weight?

The truth is that if you are hungry before you go to bed, you need to eat something. You are about to go 6 to 8 hours without food which may cause you to become hypoglycemic while you sleep. The best choices right before bed are low glycemic fruits that are quick to metabolize, such as pineapple, grapefruit, berries, melon, cherries, an apple or some cantaloupe. You can also have a salad with some protein if you feel like you need more sustenance. If you eat clean burning foods without fatty… Continue

Added by Bonita on June 24, 2009 at 10:36am — 1 Comment

Top 10 Mood-Lifting, Calorie-Burning Chores for Men or Women

Next time you feel a little overwhelmed, grab your broom and give the kitchen floor a quick sweep.

Truth is you shouldn't dread housework. Bafflingly, studies show it actually has the power to cheer you up.

And, oh, by the way, chores count as exercise.

Dusting with a Smile

Chores and other forms of medium- to high-intensity activity may lift our emotions in a big way. And it doesn't take much of a time commitment to do the trick. A recent study… Continue

Added by Bonita on June 22, 2009 at 11:29am — 1 Comment

The New You

Achieving Positive Lifestyle Changes

Why do so many dieters fail to achieve their goals? Could it be they set themselves up for failure with unobtainable goals? Like many during a new year’s resolution, you’ve probably made ambitious plans for positive change. We want to help you make it stick this time.

You may be thinking, “I’ve been unsuccessful at losing weight in the past. Why should now be any different?” The key lies in gradually adjusting your way of… Continue

Added by Bonita on June 15, 2009 at 1:08pm — No Comments

I am in need of direction.

Our church each year has a fireworks tent to raise money for the taxes on the church. This year though the place that we always had the tent at fell through due to a death in the family. So far we have been unable to locate a place willing to allow us to put the tent up and sell the fireworks.

It needs to be out of the city limits and away from any gas stations. So if you have any ideas I would really appreciate it. We were paying $1,000 to the person that passed so we could have the… Continue

Added by Bonita on June 12, 2009 at 3:48pm — No Comments

Battle Your Health and Wellness Challenges & Start Winning Today!

Battle Your Health and Wellness Challenges

Start Winning Today!

What can you buy today for 1.3 trillion dollars?

The World Health Organization (WHO) World Health Report of 2002 reported that although 1.3 trillion was spent on health care in the US, we were number 1 in the world in usage of drugs, while we rank number 37 in performance and number 72 in level of health.

We may be best in the world in emergency medicine while losing the battle in health… Continue

Added by Bonita on June 9, 2009 at 6:57pm — 2 Comments

A Milestone in My Life!

I will keep this post short but I have to share with you an amazing moment in my life this week. As many of you that have met me know I have been working on becoming healthier. Well, I hope you are setting down for this one.

On Tuesday I had an appointment and something just told me that stairs were going to be involved. Now it had been over 10 years since I climbed my last stair case and that consisted of only 3 or 4 stairs.

We pulled up in front of the destination and… Continue

Added by Bonita on June 5, 2009 at 2:51pm — 1 Comment

Less-expensive alternatives to ten everyday purchases

Daily snacks. Do you buy protein bars as a healthier alternative to a candy bar pick-me-up? You could easily be paying more than $2 per bar and consuming just as much sugar as you would with your favorite candy bar. Buy fruit for a fraction of the cost when you do your grocery shopping. You'll become fit and save money at the same time.

Bottled water. Yes, it's important to drink water every day. The bottled variety with your lunch is an expensive way to stay hydrated.… Continue

Added by Bonita on June 2, 2009 at 9:40am — 2 Comments

Release your needless or burdensome practices, rules, ideas, or traits about Health and Wellness.

Release your needless or burdensome practices, rules, ideas, or traits about Health and Wellness.

People’s emotions and experiences can influence their health behaviors. We develop beliefs about health, eating from our families, our culture and from media advertising. These all have an influence on our behavior.

Once people understand the origins of their beliefs about health and rid the opinions that have been holding them back, it is often easier to make behavior… Continue

Added by Bonita on May 27, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

Anyone With Desire Can Experience Success.

Success is not an accident, but rather a byproduct of the discipline of daily activity.

Why you do this will impact how well you do this.

Your most fundamental task is to firmly establish what you desire to accomplish. We know that health, relationships and overall purpose are three of the most important contributors to your quality of life. When people understand their purpose, they are moved to action of the possible results they can achieve in their lives and in the… Continue

Added by Bonita on May 23, 2009 at 12:41pm — 1 Comment

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