The Grumbling Gut
There are a large number of diseases of the bowel and they all have different symptoms, but there is one constant with all of these diseases and that is INFLAMMATION of the bowel. The digestive system is actually a very complex organ that has a finely tuned team of mechanical reactions mixed with chemicals. The team goes into action once food enters the mouth where it mixes with saliva, the food then moves to the stomach where it meets with digesting enzymes and other chemicals. The food mixes with the stomach secretions that are released; the mixture now moves into the small intestine, this is where new team members enter into the game. The liver and pancreas are now in action releasing digestive enzymes that break down the complex carbohydrates, fats and protein into sugars, simple fats and amino acids; these are now absorbed by the small intestine. The next team member is the large intestine or colon, the responsibility of this team player is to break down undigested food, fiber and water, as this mixture moves through the colon it is dehydrated by the colon cells becoming solid as it moves and turning into stool. (more…)

How To Lose 20 Pounds Really, Really Fast
This is the easiest, surest, most effective way I know to slash 20 pounds off your body fast! (more…)

Downsizing Your Plate
We all know we should not overeat if we wish to manage our weight. However, that’s not always easy. I was brought up with my mother’s words such “you’re not leaving the table until your plate’s empty” and “eat up, you can’t waste food”. It’s not always easy to change old habits.

Here’s a tip […] (more…)

Diet Preparation Part III: Arranging Your Day for a Better Night’s Sleep
Diet Preparation Part IIIArranging Your Day for a Better Night’s Sleep
In Part III of this series entitled “Diet Preparation: the Impact of
Sleep and Stress,” I want to give you some concrete ideas and tips on how
to improve your sleep habits by establishing… (more…)

Weight Loss Organizations
Losing and maintaining weight is a difficult and intimately personal struggle, but it is not one that anyone needs to go through alone. There are literally millions of people forging their own paths to their better selves, and together, they offer support, advice, and inspiration to one another. (more…)

Crumbly Carbquik Low-Carb Crumb Cake
CARBQUIK LOW-CARB CRUMB CAKE 1 1/2 cups Carbquik 1/2 cup Splenda 1/2 cup half and half 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 whole egg Crumb Topping 1/2 cup NOW Foods Unsweetened Coconut 1/3 cup Brown Sugar Twin, packed 3 tablespoons butter… (more…)