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Are you angry, disappointed, upset, or wish you could change someone close to you?  Have you gotten engaged in an argument, heated debate or power-struggle with a family member or close friend? If so, you may be harboring some resentments and difficult emotions deep down, and it might be affecting your health. Holding anger often…

Did you hear about the professor of nutrition who recently lost 27 pounds by eating only Twinkies, candy bars, Doritos, and anything he could find in a convenience store? Sounds incredible doesn’t it? How could anyone totally abandon all known notions of “healthy eating” still lose weight, and theoretically remain healthy? Especially someone trained in…

How do you get along with milk? If you have it in your morning cereal or in coffee, you may already be habituated to some effects it may have on you, some that you may not be so aware of. Some people are allergic to milk, or to the hormones or additives that milk contains.…

Another reader’s inquiry: What do you do if small portions don’t fill you up? I recommend eating six small meals throughout the day: one serving (USDA Food Guide Pyramid size) of grains, protein (meat or dairy), and a fruit or vegetable. This means eating every 3-4 hours. When you do that, you’re rarely hungry. Be…

There’s an old secret to weight management, and it’s about time. Taking time to eat slowly, helps you eat less. Waiting to eat a snack, can help you avoid eating it, or overeating, or God forbid, bingeing. Take your time at a meal. Dish out only as much as you need to eat according to…

I had always thought that burritos and Mexican food in general was very healthy. I had the impression that since they had some vegetables, and beans, and not a lot of meat they were a better food choice. That was until I did some research on exactly what went into burritos, and the calorie and…

It happened again.  Much to your better judgment.  All the “willpower” went out the door in favor of deep-fried everything.  Sauces.  Mayonnaise.  Fat.  Sugar.  Desserts.  Late night snacks.  My, oh my. What to do now? — don’t give up— know that it will take a couple of days to get back to your regular food…

Baffled and bandied about by elections?  Try my “Election Selection Buffet!”  Here’s a menu for you: Republican StewDemocratic RoastCandidate Candied DatesPuffed PunditsStuffed BudgetsLiberal SauceConservative PreservativesStrong Sobering CoffeeTEA and sympathy Americans, BE SURE TO VOTE TODAY!If you don’t live in the U.S. – Please join me in praying for the world.

Sometimes, getting an energy boost during the day is necessary. A lot of people look to a snack or drink to give it to them. Sugar, or carbohydrates give only a short burst of energy. Try some alternative energy sources like these: Go for a five minute walk. If you don’t have even 5 minutes…

Every time, before you eat, take a moment to be silent. Close your eyes if you like, or just fix your attention on a neutral object or point. Take a few slow, deep breaths. Think about your body and that you’re about to feed and nourish it. Gather a sense of gratitude about the food,…
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