Weight Loss
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"The searching-out and thorough
investigation of truth ought to
be the primary study of man."
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Is your body supporting your dreams? Coming to a healthy weight is much more than simply looking good. It's about having the energy to fulfill your destiny. Your life vision becomes the motivating factor. The best way to manage your weight is to develop a healthy lifestyle. Instead of following a rigid diet that you would be a slave to, begin to experiment and experience so that you can become the master of your own body.
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| Make the Switch - Learn the Art of Substitution
By Teresa Kay-Aba Kennedy, Ph.D., MBA, RYT, CHHC
The Power Living® Practice is not about deprivation, it's about observation and moderation. Since the best way to overcome a habit is to replace it with another one, our strategy is to add positive behaviors and simply make you aware of potentially harmful habits. It also helps to understand the art of substitution. Here are some suggestions:
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- coffee. Switch to... green tea.
- soda. Switch to... pure juice with seltzer water.
- white rice. Switch to... brown rice.
- peanuts. Switch to... almonds.
- ice cream. Switch to... a homemade fruit smoothie.
- french fries. Switch to... roasted sweet potato fries.
- candy. Switch to... raisins or baby carrots.
- a hamburger. Switch to... a lean turkey or veggie burger.
- to smoke. Chew on a cinnamon stick instead.
- to eat mindlessly. Go outside instead.
- to watch TV endlessly. Meditate instead.
- to go to a bar. Go to the gym instead.
- to complain. Plan ahead!
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Dear Dr. Terri K: Any suggestions for someone who has been challenged with their weight for a large portion of their life? I have tried exercising for the last twenty years of my life, but somehow I am still challenged. - SANDRA, New York
Sandra: First, congratulations on having the desire to change! Here are some basic guidelines to get you started:
- Don't diet; commit to a lifestyle change. Make small changes that you can continue. Focus on whole foods; minimize processed foods. The goal is to change your relationship with food so that you are "eating for life."
- For greatest impact, combine exercise with changes in diet. Begin a mild exercise program to jumpstart your progress and confidence. Then, increase your exercise gradually. Also, add more movement to your routine activity, e.g. use the stairs instead of the elevator.
- Create a healthy food environment. Shop from a list. Don't buy food that does not serve your body. Store tempting foods (from others in the family) out of sight.
- Watch portions. Use smaller plates, and don't take seconds. Remember: a serving of protein should fit in the palm of your hand; a serving of pasta, rice, or potatoes should be the size of a fist; a serving of raw or cooked vegetables should be the size of a tennis ball.
- Don't eat two or three hours before going to bed. If you must have a bedtime snack, eat a tryptophan-containing food such as a banana, or a low-fat carbohydrate-rich snack like dry cereal.
- Make water your drink of choice. Drink a minimum of eight 8 oz. glasses of water a day. Water can help control your appetite and works as a cleansing agent for your body.
- Take it step-by-step. Set reasonable goals. Think about your progress, not your shortcomings.
It all starts with the Power of Choice. Today, make the choice to commit to life. You can make it happen. Start Power Living® Today!
- T
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I am in control.
My body is a follower, not a leader. I control it; it doesn't control me. I choose to nurture it with love and feed it with whole foods. I am safe and at peace with my Self. I approve of my Self right now and make choices that support my life vision.
I am in control.
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Listen to the Affirmation:
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Do you have questions about managing a specific stressful situation? Are you confused about certain foods or herbs? Do you need some insights regarding a career shift and discovering your Purpose? Then... Ask Dr. Terri K. Email your questions to askdrterrik@power-living.com. If you still desire on-going, individualized attention, then try out our one-on-one coaching. For more information, email coaching@power-living.com or call 212.901.6913.
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