Scientific based evidence shows that millions of people in this country may be physically addicted to carbohydrates. Based on their research, Drs. Richard and Rachael Heller, two of the foremost experts on carbohydrate addiction, believe that 75% of overweight and as much as 40% of the normal-weight population is carbohydrate addicted. This type of addiction, not like alcohol or drug addictions, often goes unrecognized, undiagnosed, and as a result, untreated. Those who often crave sweets, Continue Reading
Classic Cause Why People Can’t Lose Weight
A large part of the answer lies in a hormone called insulin. Insulin is essential to life in proper amounts and can be detrimental when produced in excess. All carbohydrates, whether they are in the form of whole grain rice dishes (complex carbohydrates) or a chocolate bar (simple carbohydrates,) turn into glucose (blood sugar) once they enter the bloodstream. Simple carbohydrates cause a very quick rise in blood sugar and trigger the pancreas to rapidly release insulin. Insulin controls Continue Reading
10 Dietary Tips for Long Term Weight Loss
Fluorinated water will slow weight loss and most tap water is flourinated, so drinking pure spring water is recommended. Include more legumes in the diet. They are drying and have a diuretic effect. Aduki and mung beans are especially helpful. Grains with a bitter quality have a diuretic effect and stimulate liver function which is also good for weight loss. Some grains to consider are rye, amaranth, quinoa, oats, basmati rice, and corn. Almost all vegetables are good for weight loss. Continue Reading
Overeating During the Holidays?? Try this….
I recently had the great pleasure of studying with Dr. John Doulliard and he showed me a very fascinating, and easy to implement technique to balance symptoms related to indigestion, acid reflux hay fever, headaches, brain fog, sore throats, heartburn, indigestion, weight gain, gluten & dairy intolerance, and stiff shoulders & neck. If any of these things sound familiar, stomach pulling may be the answer. Here how: Step 1. Sit in a chair with a back rest, so your stomach muscles Continue Reading
