What Really Causes Heartburn?

What Really Causes Heartburn?
The medical dictionary describes heartburn as "a burning
discomfort behind the lower part of the sternum"

Heartburn can be quite uncomfortable at times with the
pressure in your chest and pain so bad you might think you
are having a heart attack. This pressure can even radiate
into your back or your arm and may cause numbness.

As a matter of fact people often mistake the symptoms of
heartburn for signs of a heart attack. However pain from a
heart attack is made worse by physical activity, and is
usually accompanied by one or more of the following: chest
pressure, shortness of breath, fatigue, totals loss of
energy, nausea, or vomiting. Other symptoms may also be
present.

On the other hand heartburn is not usually caused by
physical activity. However, if you think you are having a
heart attack, or you're not quite sure, it's important that
you seek medical attention immediately, call 911.

People that experience heartburn usually have damaged the
delicate cells of their esophagus which it is very easy to
correct, once they know exactly how it got damaged in the
first place.

Most people today have a very busy life and they tend to
rush everything they do, and this would also include eating.

It's such a RUSH-RUSH world that people don't stop to enjoy
their food and they take even less time chewing up the
foods they do eat. Considering that we extract most of our
vitamins and minerals from our food during the chewing
process it's not really healthy to gulp our food down until
it is entirely chewed-up, because we are missing out on
valuable nutrients that our bodies need to function
properly.

Harsh and crunchy foods such as crackers, toast, nuts,
popcorn, sports bars, and other crunchy foods will actually
scratch and damage the delicate cells of the esophagus when
you swallow if they haven't been completely chewed!

When we swallow, our food is forced down our esophagus and
into the stomach by a wavy squeezing motion. The medical
term for this is "peristalsis." Picture squeezing the
contents out of a sausage casing. The sausage meat is
pressing against the casing as you force it out.

Our esophagus works much the same way and if we fail to
completely chew our food up before we swallow, then any
bits of harsh or crunchy food are going to scratch or
damage the delicate cells of our esophagus when we swallow.
This damage is usually in the form of tiny cuts or lesions.

Then when we swallow acidic beverages like coffee, orange
juice, tomato juice, or acidic foods they will come in
direct contact with these sores or lesions and the result
is pain. It's much like spilling vinegar on a cut . . . it
will sting or cause a burning sensation.

A simple burp will even expel acidic stomach gases into our
esophagus and when these gases come in contact with the
damage in our esophagus, the result is a pain or burning
sensation behind the breastbone. People that don't have any
damage to their esophagus can burp and the gases are
expelled up the esophagus with no pain symptoms what so
ever.

Even if we don't belch and we are just suffering from
indigestion and bloating the acidic stomach gases can seep
past the Lower Esophageal Sphincter valve and reflux into
our esophagus. When they come in contact with any damage
that is present we will experience pain or a burning
sensation. It is very rare that the actual liquid contents
of our stomach reflux into the esophagus it is usually just
the acidic stomach gases which contribute to heartburn.

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Medical researcher William Lagadyn first unravelled the
mysteries of heartburn and acid reflux problems over 20
years ago, and since that time he has helped 1000's of
people completely solve their digestive problems. For more
information on how to solve your digestive problems such as
heartburn, acid reflux or GERD without the use of
potentially dangerous drugs forever, please visit his
website at http://www.cureyourheartburn.com

Toning your Abdominal Muscles

Toning your Abdominal Muscles
The abdominal muscles are one of the muscle groups that are
most focussed upon in the fitness industry. Almost
everyone wants to improve their body by getting that
'washboard stomach' or 'six pack abs'. A defined stomach
can really improve the appearance of a person's body
because it is a central, focal point. There are two main
ways to tone your abdominal muscles. First, you can do
abdominal exercises such as crunches and situps. Secondly,
you can use machines such as the balance ball or rowing
machines.

To begin I will look at abdominal exercises to tone your
stomach. Obviously, there are the standard situps and
crunches. However, there are a lot of other exercises out
there too. Below I have outlined a couple of abdominal
exercises you may not have considered previously:

- The Bicycle is a great abdominal exercise. To begin you
lay down flat on your back. You then place your hands
behind your head with your fingers laced together, bring
your knees to your chest and rotate them at close to 45
degrees (like you are peddling a bicycle). As you do this
touch your right elbow to your left knee and vice versa.

- Another great exercise is Hindu Pushups. You begin on
your hands and knees with your legs spread wide and your
rear end pushed up. Next you bend your elbows (like you
are doing a pushup) and bring your back down in an arc.
Then straighten your arms so your back arches upwards with
your hips just above the ground.

Both of these exercises should add some variety to your
usual adominal exercise routine. However, if you are still
looking to spice up your adominal workout you could try
implementing some machines. Below are a few suggestions
for you if you want to start using machines:

- The Balance Ball highly versatile and improves your core
stability. Not only does it exercise your abdominal
muscles but it also works the rest of your body. To stay
balanced on the ball your abdominal muscles need to remain
tight, a task which is often a lot more difficult than
people think.

- The Rowing Machine primarily works your shoulders,
forearms, biceps, triceps and legs. However, due to the
position you have to maintain whilst seated on the machine
it also gives your abs a great workout and helps tone and
strengthen them.

- The Red Exerciser is a relatively new piece of equipment
which keeps the upper body still, allowing you to oscillate
the lower body using your abdominal muscles. If you use
the Red Exerciser regularly you will begin to notice great
results.

However you decide to exercise your abdominal muscles I
hope that this article has proved useful to you. Variety
in your abdominal workouts is a good idea because it
prevents you from getting bored with your routine. Also,
doing different exercises will keep working your abdominal
muscles in different ways and help give them more tone and
definition.

Remember to also try and eat healthily, incorporating lots
of fruit and vegetables into your diet. Also try to
consume plenty of water. Finally, make sure that you
perform regular cardiovascular exercise. Doing this will
reduce your body fat, allowing your stomach muscles to
stand out more. Keep it up and you will have the abs
you've always dreamed of in no time at all.

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abdominal muscles by heading over to
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5 reasons why you should exercise during pregnancy

5 reasons why you should exercise during pregnancy
Wouldn't it be great if during your pregnancy...

You were able to maintain your fitness, your health and
(most of all) your figure without piling on unnecessary
pounds and losing your motivation to peel yourself off of
the sofa? During pregnancy your body experiences dramatic
physiological changes that require a carefully designed
exercise program. But why should you exercise during
pregnancy?

Reason 1: Women who exercise have shorter and easier births
at the 'pushing stage'

There is some research that shows that women who exercise
have a shorter second stage of labour (pushing stage).
However labour is very individual and can last for 1hour up
to 2 days. Fitter women cope better with the labour they
are given.

Reason 2: Women who exercise reportedly feel more positive
and have more energy after the birth. Are you ready to have
the healthiest pregnancy possible?

Women who have exercised with us tell us constantly that
their labours were so manageable thanks to our Pregnancy
Exercise Plan. We love to hear this but also know that it
their ability to cope that is improved by exercise so that
even a hard labour feels easier when you are fit and
strong. Women who exercise do have healthier pregnancies-
they gain less weight, suffer less back and pelvic pain,
sleep better and eat better. They are happier, less likely
to suffer depression and all round healthier.

Reason 3: A strong pelvic floor can assist your birth

If the muscle tone is strong and like a piece of new
elastic they will have the ability to stretch to allow a
baby to pass through during childbirth and return to normal
afterwards. If they are not exercised they may become over
stretched and weak; and their ability to contract strongly
and quickly reduced or lost. During pregnancy the relaxin
hormone will affect the pelvic floor to enable it to
stretch adequately during childbirth. After childbirth the
pelvic floor muscles are stretched, weakened and bruised,
so pelvic floor exercise are important to help tone the
muscles to prevent greater damage.

Reason 4: You can benefit from exercising even if you are
new to starting a exercise program or if you have exercised
very little prior to becoming pregnant.

Provided there are no medical reasons non exercisers may
begin our program during pregnancy. The majority of women
who exercise in pregnancy are doing so for the first time
because they make the decision to begin a healthier life
habit now that they are pregnant. Always exercise with a
program that is run by correctly qualified trainers who
know how to ease you into a new program.

Reason 5: After birth, the babies of women who exercised
were slightly leaner than those who did not

A lot of hype in the media has made claims that women who
exercise have smaller babies. Is a bigger baby better if it
only has more fat? In addition babies born of women who
exercise do not differ in their organ size or bone lengths.
Studies of the babies (born to women who exercised during
their pregnancies) at 1 and five years of age showed at one
year of age exercisers babies scored higher on standardised
intelligence tests than children of mothers who did not
exercise. Their mental and physical performance scored
higher as well. At age five children of exercises were less
fat and scored much higher on tests of general intelligence
and oral language skills than the children born to
non-exercisers. Further studies have shown that children
born to exercising mothers are less likely to be obese.

What better reason to start exercising than for a better
start to life for your child and yourself.

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Dan Thompson is author of the Pregnancy Exercise Plan and a
leading personal trainer in the UK. For a FREE Report about
the importance of pelvic floor exercises & Why you
shouldn't do abdominal exercises go to
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atal.html

How To Lose Weight After Having A Baby

How To Lose Weight After Having A Baby
If you’re a new mother, then you’ll know that
the weight gain after pregnancy is something that all new
mothers are concerned about. It’s all right stacking
on the weight when you’re pregnant and for some,
pregnancy is a great excuse to gorge however once the
baby’s out and breastfeeding is either established or
finished, then the question of how to lose weight after
having it moves to the forefront of a mother’s mind.

Most women need the same amount of time to lose the weight
gained as it took to gain the weight. In other words,
around 9-10 months, provided their weight gain was within
the 5-10kgs doctors recommend. So, the key to how to lose
weight after a baby’s born is to take it slowly,
aiming for a gradual weight loss rather than a rapid one.

It’s important to remember that during the first few
months after the birth of a baby, so many changes and new
things are happening that the thought of how to lose weight
shouldn’t be the priority. Eating nutritiously,
getting enough sleep, and taking care of the new infant
should be where first efforts are focused. Once these are
in place, then working on how to lose weight can begin in
earnest.

It’s also essential to realise that you cannot choose
which area on your body you want to lose weight from.
Weight loss will only result once you burn the fat stores
on your body, so increasing your metabolism is what you
should be aiming for. That, in turn, will reduce your fat
stores, resulting in an overall weight loss.

To do this, it’s necessary to combine good
diet/nutrition with regular aerobic exercise such as
cycling or running. Eating smaller meals more often during
the day will help your body too as it will increase your
metabolic rate, and in turn, your weight loss.

A common mistake made amongst many, is that doing more
area-specific exercises such as crunches or sit-ups for the
abdominal region, will help you lose weight in that area.
These exercises are effective, but not for losing weight.
They are there to tone, which is what you will need to do
after you have lost the desired amount of weight.

If you want to know how to lose weight after having a baby,
there is no special way or secret method. It’s much
more straightforward. You need a certain amount of
determination to succeed, willpower to stick your routine,
a well-balanced diet that is lower in fat, and a realistic
exercise regime that you know you can stick to.

There is no point trying to follow an exercise programme
that is way beyond your capabilities since you are more
likely to abandon it and feel a failure in the process.
More often than not, women following unrealistic goals tend
to gain, rather than lose, weight.

If you normally don’t do any exercise, start with
walking, jogging, or cycling a small distance until you
build up your stamina. If you normally eat loads of
chocolate or foods high in fat, then try to reduce them
gradually so that the strain on you is not so great.
Let’s face it: fewer calories consumed mean fewer
calories required to remove.

Once you have learned how to lose weight after you have a
baby, you can put the theory into practise and just one
year later, can be the same, if not better, than you were
prior to giving birth!

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http://www.weightlossfatburnersecrets.com for more help.
Steve Magill has written several articles with regard to
the weightloss business. As a Fellow in the (FBAE) he is
considered an expert consultant when it comes to helping
people to lose weight.

Garlic An Ancient Natural Medicine

Garlic An Ancient Natural Medicine
Garlic is one of the oldest known medicine from plants.
Ancient Sanskrit documents describe garlic remedies being
used in India 5,000 years ago. Chinese medicine has used
the healing and beneficial health qualities of garlic for
over 3,000 years. In 1858, Louis Pasteur praised the
anti-bacterial properties of garlic. World War I surgeons
used garlic juice to fight infections in wounds. Garlic was
also used as an antibiotic during World War II. Garlic has
been used as a spice for food for centuries because of
it’s ability to kill germs that cause food to spoil.
Roman senator, naturalist and scholar, Pliney the Elder,
recorded the beneficial effects of garlic on human health.
In Marseilles, in 1722, garlic was the main medicine used
to prevent and treat the plague. Dr. Albert Schweitzer used
garlic as an antiseptic in his hospital. Garlic is actually
licensed as a drug in Japan.

Garlic contains a sulphur compound called allicin. Allicin
is what gives garlic it’s taste and aroma and is
thought to be the key ingredient that gives garlic
it’s natural health benefits.

Garlic kills 30 types of bacteria that are known to cause
intestinal disorders and digestive problems. Garlic has
been used for hundreds of years to treat dysentery. Garlic
has been known to help kill intestinal worms and other
parasites. Garlic also has antifungal properties to
prevent and help treat intestinal disorders such as
candida.. Garlic’s antifungal qualities has also
been used to treat fungal and bacterial skin infections as
well as infections of the lung, sinus, bladder, vagina,
colds and flu.

Garlic has also been found to be an important nutrient for
the prevention of heart disease. Garlic helps lower blood
pressure and cholesterol. Garlic has also been found to
lessen destructive oxidation and helps prevent the
formation of blood clots. Garlic has been shown to slow
hardening of arteries and helps to maintain the elasticity
of the artery walls. Garlic helps improve blood circulation
and therefore is effective in relieving fatigue and
headaches. Garlic supplements not only help maintain a
healthy heart, but also reduce infections and strengthen
our immune system which aids in combating hypertension

Garlic helps in the regulation of blood sugar. Garlic is a
blood thinner that reduces the possibility of strokes and
thrombosis. Garlic has been found to reduce the size of
certain tumors and help prevent cancer especially in the
digestive system. Garlic helps us eliminate heavy metals
such as lead a mercury from our bodies. As a natural
antibiotic, garlic kills some strains of bacteria that have
become immune or resistant to prescription synthetic
antibiotics without harming beneficial bacteria we need for
our digestive health. Garlic has anti-oxidant qualities and
is a source of selenium that promotes our cognitive and
emotional well being.

Garlic indeed is an ancient natural medicine. Centuries of
use with experiential documentation has now been supported
and validated with our present-day scientific research and
studies. With all the health benefits and medicinal
benefits of garlic supplements, it would be a wise choice
for us to include garlic supplements as part of our daily
nutritional pattern. Even though we may not be suffering an
unhealthy condition which garlic can help relieve, it would
be well advised that we use garlic supplements for their
immune system strengthening qualities and preventative
value.

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Jenny has more than twenty years experience with all
natural health care products. More information about
garlic and other all natural hers is available at =>
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How to Stay Positive - Three Tips for Caregivers

How to Stay Positive - Three Tips for Caregivers
Madelyn Kubin was a Kansas farm woman who overpowered her
own failing health to care for her husband after he
suffered a debilitating stroke. She chronicled her
experience through writing letters to her daughter. Madelyn
developed a myriad of coping strategies in order to
maintain a positive attitude. The following survival tips
are illustrated with excerpts from her letters.

Detach Yourself Mentally by Practicing "Creative
Indifference"

The routine of caregiving can be confining, tedious, and
exhausting. Practicing "creative indifference" can help
shift your thoughts away from the drudgery of your daily
activities and focus your mental energy in more positive
ways.

Madelyn wrote about this philosophy after having a
conversation with a friend who was suffering with terminal
cancer.

"We talked about how we had changed because of the
illnesses. He said he and his wife have developed a
greater sense of humor. They see things funny that I guess
most people wouldn't. I told him I had developed a
detached attitude. He says he calls it creative
indifference and he has developed it too. I like that
better, as detached seems cold. Whatever you call it, it
means not allowing yourself to become emotionally ravaged
by the progression of events."

Learn Something New

Embrace the process of learning. Reading to expand your
mind, developing a new skill, or even performing a routine
task in a different way can be invigorating. Even though
you may feel physically confined in your caregiving role,
there are no restrictions on how far your mind can go.

Madelyn described it this way:

"I read that we have little root-like things called
dendrites in our brain. The article stated that people can
grow new dendrites to replace some that are lost from a
stroke - or even old age. The secret is to develop some
new habits. It seems that one good way is to exercise,
develop a new hobby or to get very interested in something
different - something a person enjoys. My flowers are my
new hobby. As I was trying to get all the plants watered
this morning, I couldn't help but wonder if learning how to
screw in hoses would help grow new dendrites."

Savor Happy Memories

People who are chronically ill or suffer constant pain can
become demanding, cranky, and depressed. Sometimes it can
be hard to remember who your loved one was before he or she
got sick. Remembering a happier time helped Madelyn
look at her husband a little differently when she wrote:

"I'll never forget Valentine's Day, 1993 when we were in
Port Richy, Florida. We were on our way to meet my sister,
her husband, and another couple at a very elegant country
club.

On the way, we stopped at a grocery store to see if we
could find an inexpensive floral gift for Jean and her
friend. We were about to give up when the clerk showed us
an orchid mounted in a small white wicker basket. We
selected two. I must have been looking wistful, because
Quentin asked if I would like to have one. I said I sure
would!

It was so pretty that I didn't want to mess up the corsage
by wearing it, so I kept it in the basket. Our meal was
delicious. There was free champagne and a flower for each
lady. As we drove around that day I had the most joyous
awareness of how much I loved my husband of fifty-one
years. The flower lasted three weeks. This is another
experience I'll never be able to repeat, but I'm so glad I
have the memory."

Madelyn survived her caregiving experience by taking care
of herself physically, mentally, and spiritually. Although
there is nothing that can make the job of caregiving easy,
developing an attitude of creative indifference, learning
something new, and savoring happy memories can help reduce
the stress.

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Resource box:
Elaine K. Sanchez, author of the tender, gritty, and
uproariously funny book, Letters from Madelyn, Chronicles
of a Caregiver speaks to audiences across the country about
finding hope and humor in aging, illness, and long-term
caregiving. For a free Caregiver's Survival Guide, visit
her website at http://www.LaineyPublishing.com

Methods to Manage Diabetes

Methods to Manage Diabetes
If you are diagnosed with diabetes it can be a daunting
experience. However, identifying the diabetes is one of
the first positive steps. Once you know you have diabetes
you can start treating it. This can largely be achieved by
implementing changes into your diet and lifestyle.

First, lets look at diet. If you go and see a good
dietician they will be able to help you formulate a
diabetes diet to keep your blood sugar (glucose) levels
even. This new diet is likely to be different to your
previous one and you need to take the following into
consideration:

- You will need to avoid refined sugars because they make
your glucose levels spike. However, there are plenty of no
sugar food varieties available to you.

- You will need to eat multiple times a day to keep your
blood sugar levels even throughout the day.

- You will need to keep an eye on your intake of
triglycerides and fats. This can be achieved through a low
fat eating plan.

- You will need to increase your intake of complex
carbohydrates (wheat, barley and rice) because they are
processed at a slower rate than simple carbohydrates (e.g.
refined sugars).

- You will need to eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
to keep your glucose levels even.

- You will need to moderate the level of alcohol you
consume. If your diabetes is not fully under control you
should avoid alcohol completely. If it is under control
then; a diabetic man can safely consume 1-2 alcoholic
beverages a day, a diabetic woman can consume 1 alcoholic
beverage per day and a diabetic who is 65 or over can
consume 1 alcoholic beverage per day.

Modifying your diet is a very effective way to keep your
glucose levels even and control your diabetes. However,
you may also which to try naturopathy (natural remedies to
treat diabetes). If you want to try a naturopathic
approach you must consult your doctor first and get some
professional advice. If your doctor is OK with it try the
following:

- Consume more Fish Oil, Borage Oil and Omega 3 Oil.
Studies have shown that fatty acids can help you regulate
the metabolism of your faulty fatty acids, reduce
cardiovascular complications and help combat diabetes.

- Try hydrotherapy. Water conducts and absorbs heat so it
is an excellent way to lower glucose levels.

- Try Massage and Reflexology. A proper massage helps you
relax which in turn controls your diabetes.

Hopefully, this article has opened your eyes towards the
ways you can manage your diabetes. Changing your diet is
an excellent way to manage your condition and naturopathy
offers some unique alternatives for you to consider.
Whatever you do choose it is important that you consult a
qualified diabetes doctor and a trained dietician before
you make any extreme changes.

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treat it by heading over to
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Losing Weight without Dieting: A Step By Step Guide for Female Survivors of Abuse

Losing Weight without Dieting: A Step By Step Guide for Female Survivors of Abuse
How much would you love to be able to eat the foods you
love without fear or guilt and never, ever, ever, ever have
to worry about dieting again?

You can.

I'm sure by now you already know that dieting has failed
you. That's because your excess weight is not due to lack
of self control or laziness. It's just a symptom of another
problem which is rooted in your emotions and diets fail to
address your feelings. If you are overeating because you're
seeking out food for comfort, then you are not alone. Many
women who have histories of abuse have found comfort in
food.

You may have already thought that you handled your abuse
years ago by talking to a therapist or taking a more
traditional route to healing, however the excess weight you
carry may just be the last vestige of evidence of your
abuse. Deep down, you may be conflicted, feeling the need
to hold onto excess weight in order to feel safe. This
could be the core of the reason why you may not have had
success with dieting. Your subconscious mind has been
responding to your brain's messages that you needed to
continue to insulate yourself from hurt and protect
yourself.

Speaking as a woman who is an abuse survivor, I've learned
that it is possible to change your relationship to food and
your body and in so doing love yourself more than ever.

However in order to successfully stop dieting, it is
essential to focus on releasing negative emotions from the
past and combine that with a non diet approach to food
called Intuitive Eating.

Intuitive Eating is a term first used by registered
dieticians Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole to describe a
natural process that we all have to listen to our bodies,
eat when we are hungry and stop when we are satisfied.

However after years of negative reinforcement programming
from dieting, you may have learned to mistrust yourself
around food and hate your body, thinking of certain foods
as either good or bad and judging yourself harshly for
wanting to eat.

Despite that negative conditioning, you can relearn how to
trust your body. After all, it's already taking care of you
in so many ways. It tells you when you need to relieve your
bladder, regulates your heart beat, blood circulation and
sleep rhythms, and so much more. Face it. Your body is
miraculous and once you begin to learn to listen to it, you
will naturally eat less and eventually return back to a
normal weight that is perfect for you.

Getting there is a two step process. You have to legalize
all foods and eliminate feelings of deprivation by dealing
with the emotions that crop up when you want to turn to
food when you're not hungry.

The toughest part is to resist the urge to fall back into
the old habit of eating when you're overcome by emotions.

As a survivor of abuse, your brain made a connection that
food=love. Therefore, any time that you feel pressured,
anxious, upset or unloved, your brain sends signals to your
body to seek out food.

As a coach, I tend to favor using the Emotional Freedom
Technique or EFT. EFT will break this subconscious
connection and puts the power of choice and control back in
your hands. You don't have to rely on anyone else.

EFT is based on the science of Acupuncture and often
considered to be it's emotional equivalent without the pain
of needles. Anyone can use it anytime to balance their
energy, feel better and overcome negative emotions in
minutes.

Now without further ado, here are 9 steps you can take to
lose weight naturally and effortlessly without dieting.

Step #1: Say Goodbye to Dieting. Toss out the old diet
books, stop counting calories, points, carbs or fat grams
and get rid of your scale. You are going to learn to rely
on your body to gauge what is right for you. No more diets.

Step #2: Pack Your pantry and stock your fridge. The
battle is over. Give yourself unconditional permission to
eat what you want. By doing this, you will quickly develop
new abilities to be discriminating. You will soon learn
that you truly can trust yourself with all foods.

Step #3: Eat only when you are physically hungry. By
waiting to eat until you are hungry, you will be able to
tune in and discover how satisfying your food can really
be. It also reinforces the message that you are in control
of your food.

Step #4: Eat without guilt. Take back your sense of self by
setting a new precedent. Eat what you want in full view of
other people, let critics know that they have no right to
comment on your body or what you eat.

Step #5: Feel Your Fullness Listen to your body and
become sensitive to the new sensation of a gentle feeling
of satisfaction and fullness. You might like to pause in
the middle of a meal and ask yourself how satisfying the
food tastes to you and gauge your level of comfort.

Step #6: Rediscover the Satisfaction Factor in your food
When you eat what you want, in a pleasing environment, your
satisfaction will be enhanced. As you gain more pleasure in
food, you will naturally find that you eat smaller
portions. Feast all your senses. Smell, taste, touch and
fully enjoy your meals.

Step #7: Cope With Your Emotions Without Abusing Food
When you realize that you want food, and you're not hungry,
explore your feelings and address them without food. I call
this questioning your phantom hungers.

Step #8: Be Gentle With Your Body Respect your body and
realize that this is a process that will take some time to
learn. It's important to question your old negative black
and white thinking to reduce the stress load in your life.

Step #9: Get Support Join a group of like-minded women
also on the road to losing weight without dieting. Share
resources, encourage and support one another as you learn
new techniques and strategies to love yourself more and
yummy up your life one bite at a time.

Now that you have these 9 steps, the next step is up to
you. Are you ready to learn how to lose weight without
dieting?

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Andrea Amador, CEC, M.NLP is President of The Juicy Woman.
She is devoted to empowering women to love themselves more,
yummy up their lives and lose weight without dieting. Join
her free Yahoo group:
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/thejuicywoman/