by drfred | Sep 30, 2015 | Diet, Weight Loss
This post is a continuation of “The Mood Food Connection” Part 1: Emotional Eating. It’s a very common behavior. Many people snack when they’re feeling anxious, depressed, lonely, angry or just bored. Or they eat as part of a celebration or social event. We...
by drfred | Sep 29, 2015 | Diet, Weight Loss
What do you call it when your feelings affect what, when and how you eat? In healthcare circles, we refer to this very common phenomenon as “emotional eating.” Over time, it can become a very destructive pattern that leads to poor nutrition and unhealthy weight gain....
by drfred | Jul 7, 2015 | Diet, Weight Loss
Fasting—the practice of abstaining from foods during specific times of the year or in connection with specific events—has been a part of many religions and cultures for millennia. In this day and age, though, dramatically decreasing your caloric intake may also seem...
by drfred | Jun 30, 2015 | Diet, Exercise, Weight Loss
Taming Your Body Fat Keeping your body fat within a normal range gets harder as the years go on. But, with a few relatively small, easy-to-implement changes, and assuming there are no other factors involved (such as a chronic health problem), if you make a few small...
by drfred | Mar 16, 2015 | Breathing, Exercise, Weight Loss
You’ve heard that exercise can be a big help when trying to manage or lose weight. However, the benefits of regular exercise go far beyond shedding a few pounds. Here are some of the ways that an exercise routine can improve your physical health, your mood, and your...
by drfred | Mar 4, 2015 | Diet, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Have you ever noticed that some meals keep you feeling full for hours while others leave you scrounging for a snack in what seems like no time at all? You’re not alone. Research conducted by Sydney University in Australia found that a food’s ability to...
