Finding a Diet Plan That Works for You

Written by Larry Denton


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Successful weight loss and weight management programs should address all of these factors. That'srepparttar reason to ignore products or plans that promise quick and easy, permanent results without permanent changes in your lifestyle. When it comes to evaluating claims for weight loss products,repparttar 114056 Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recommends a healthy portion of skepticism. Before you spend money on programs or products that promise fast and easy results, weighrepparttar 114057 claims carefully. They probably will not work, andrepparttar 114058 use of some products may not be safe.

Food specific diets rely onrepparttar 114059 myth that some foods have special properties that can cause weight loss or gain. However, no single food can. Many ofrepparttar 114060 fad diets--likerepparttar 114061 infamous Cabbage Soup Diet--can undermine your health, cause physical discomfort (gas) and lead to disappointment when you regainrepparttar 114062 weight soon after you lose it. There are no "superfoods." That's why you should eat moderate amounts from all food groups, not large amounts of a few special foods.

Doctors, dieticians, and other health experts agree thatrepparttar 114063 best way to lose weight is to eat fewer calories and increase physical activity so you burn more energy. A reasonable goal is to lose about a pound a week. For most people that means cutting about 500 calories a day and exercising regularly.

Taking charge of your eating habits is one ofrepparttar 114064 best ways to stay healthy. Staying motivated is a large part of your success, because most diets work--if you stick to them forrepparttar 114065 long term. Most successful dieters tell researchers that they lost weight and kept it off by doing their own thing. They devised a personal plan of eating and exercise which they could stick with. And you can do it too!

Larry Denton is a retired history teacher having taught 33 years at Hobson High in Hobson, Montana. He is currently Vice President of Elfin Enterprises of Montana, Inc. a business dedicated to providing information and resources on a variety of topics. For more diet tips visit http://www.DietDoor.com


What Is A Holistic Practitioner?

Written by Jennifer Shapiro


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Mind-centered Therapists

Samples of mind-centered therapists are hypnotherapists, neuro-linguistic programming practitioners (NLP), integrative release therapists(IRT), regression therapists and metaphysicians.

Mind-centered therapists look atrepparttar structures of one’s belief systems and how they may be conflicting with and/or not supporting a client’s quality of life. Mind-centered therapists often findrepparttar 114055 original cause of whatrepparttar 114056 stuck states are and work withrepparttar 114057 unconscious mind to reframe limiting patterns and beliefs which provide greater resources and confidence forrepparttar 114058 client to liverepparttar 114059 life they desire.

Soul and Spirit-centered Therapists

Samples of soul and spirit-centered therapists are shamans, angelic masters, psychic mediums, intuitive guides and spiritual counselors(who would also fall intorepparttar 114060 coaching/counseling category).

Soul and spirit-centered therapists work with clients in a variety of ways. A shaman may work with a client using soul retrieval to regain a part of their soul that has been ‘lost’ due to trauma. A psychic may offer an individual information on what will happen on their current path if they don’t make changes. An intuitive may assist a client in talking with a deceased loved one. As withrepparttar 114061 other categories, there are many ways soul and spirit-centered therapists work with their clients.

Emotional Release Therapists

Samples of emotional release therapists are integrative release therapists, somato-emotional therapists, psych-k therapists and amanae therapists.

Emotional release therapists work with patterns of emotions that are stuck inrepparttar 114062 body/mind and assist a client in moving through these blocks into greater joy and emotional freedom. Many other therapies, including neuro-linguistic programming, yoga, shamanic work and energy work employ emotional release methodologies.

Holistic Coaches and Counselors

Samples of coaches and counselors are life coaches, empowerment coaches, spiritual and intuitive counselors, holistic psychologists, and nutritional counselors.

Coaches and counselors assist clients in designing and manifestingrepparttar 114063 life, career, business and health situations that they truly desire. A holistic coach or counselor often works with a client 1-4x per month setting goals, opening belief systems and partnering withrepparttar 114064 client to providerepparttar 114065 support they need to move forward in their lives.

As you can see,repparttar 114066 term holistic practitioner can be used to mean a holistic profession trained in any number of areas. Usually, a holistic practitioner will list their areas of expertise in any of their advertising to assist you in determining if they would be a fit for your unique situation.

For information on locating a holistic practitioner, please see my article on ‘Choosing a Holistic Practitioner’ or see Holistic Hometown (www.HolisticHometown.com) for holistic resources in your hometown, and beyond.

Blessings on your journey.

Jenifer Shapiro, MBA, CHT, CNLP, CYT, CHC, IRT is a Professional Coach, Holistic Entrepreneur Coach, Web Designer, and Holistic. She is the founder of Holistic Hometown, Holistic University and The Empowerment Centre, and the consultant for various holistic entrepreneurs, local colleges, and wellness centers. She may be reached at www.TheEmpowermentCentre.com or (610)213-1010.


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