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Over the years I've made many observations of thin people, overweight people and the entire "diet culture" that we have here in America. It seems that overweight people never reach their goals of becoming thin, and that many thin people eventually become overweight. The diet industry and the medical care providers profit greatly from this problem. What about the rest of us?

I personally don't believe that the diet industry is trying to do Americans a disservice. There are many people who lose weight permanently through dieting, but they have to continue doing what made them thin for the rest of their lives. Most of us can't imagine being on a permanent diet or extreme exercise program (although I do feel that consistent exercise is needed to maximize your long term health). That's why the diet industry is so huge - it's one big merry-go-round. People finish one diet, gain back all the weight they lost (and then some), and jump onto the next diet fad.

We are all searching for the diet that will give us permanent weight loss. There's only one problem with that - it doesn't exist! There are only permanent diets! It only makes sense that if you lost weight on a low fat, low carbohydrate or low calorie diet, that you are going to have to continue similar eating patterns on the "maintenance" phase of each of these diets. That means permanent deprivation. I don't know about you, but the phrase "permanent deprivation" is not a big motivator for me. And, looking around at our ever-fattening population, it seems that a lot of people feel the same way I do.

So where does that leave all of us that want to lose weight, but can't? I thought maybe the best place to start on my quest for permanent weight loss was with observing people who are naturally thin. You know who I'm talking about - the people you love to hate!

We all know people who don't pay attention to what they eat, but never to seem to gain any weight. Welcome to my world! One fat Dad living with 4 naturally thin people. How could this have happened? Well, I made some observations that I'd like to share with you.

One evening while I obsessed over the meaning of life at the dinner table, which is the sort of thing that overweight people obsess about while they're waiting to start their next diet, I looked around at my dining companions. Across from me was my wife, who weighs the same now as the day I met her 22 years ago. To my right was my son (a bottomless pit when it comes to food), the owner of a true six pack for abs. Beside him was my oldest daughter, who'd never been on a diet (nor, needed to be on one) and was heading off for college. Across from these two was my youngest daughter who'd lost ten pounds earlier in life, and had never had a weight issue since.

The question I asked myself was, "What made me different from all four of my dining companions?" It seemed very strange that one fat person lived with these four individuals. Why, why, why was I so different? I decided to watch them eat.

My wife put the amount she wanted to eat on her dinner plate and didn't really have seconds. My daughters had seconds of what they liked, my son ate as much of everything as was humanly possible, and I did the same thing as my son except he seemed to be enjoying his food. I ate well past the point of hunger, well past the point of nourishing my body, well past the point of enjoying what I ate.

Studying the difference between the members of my family and myself, would ultimately lead me to discovering the "secret" to permanent weight loss.

I can't put my entire book in this article, but I can share what I think is the most important thing you can do to eat more naturally:

Slow Down! Enjoy your food and the entire dining experience. Our fast food mentality has lead us to simply shove food into our mouths without experiencing the pleasure of eating. Food is supposed to taste good and a meal is something to be enjoyed.

Constant dieting has screwed us up so bad mentally and physically, that we do many things that make no sense. We eat bland, tasteless food that we don't want, but it's "on our diet plan." We spend countless hours in the gym because we know we have to exercise to get and stay thin (most of the natural eaters I know don't exercise). And, we turn mealtime into a meaningless experience - we don't truly enjoy the food we're eating. We either feel guilty because it tastes good and we think we shouldn't be eating it, or it's so tasteless that we're fantasizing about the "non-diet" foods we like.

Is this really any way to live? And, is it really making us thinner in the long run? I think not.

This article is provided by Paul Clark of finallyfitandthin.com. Portions of this article were from the book, "Naturally Thin."
Copyright ? 2005 by Paul Clark. All rights reserved Worldwide. No part of this article may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means, including information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the copyright holder.

About the Author

Paul Clark of finallyfitandthin.com is the author of the book, "Naturally Thin." This book was written after years of unsuccessful dieting, and is based on his observations of "natural eaters" and his experiences while helping his daughter to lose weight and become naturally thin. Paul can be contacted at paulclark@finallyfitandthin.com


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Have you ever had one of those days where you feel like you are rushed with work, and can?t fit lunch in? You are not alone! Everyone has them all the time, and they manage them in their own ways whether it is running to the local cafe, stopping by the vending machine, or not eating at all, however, a lot of people seem to push daily meals aside and make crazy headway on their daily errands. It is very important to not skip meals, so here are five ways to eat healthy while on the go:

1. Go for the fruit?It?s loaded with nutrients.

Fruit is a hop, skip, and a jump away from eating, say, potato chips or a chocolate bar as a quick snack. Fruit contains natural sugars that give your body raw energy. These raw sugars stimulate your brain and give you the ability to think faster and recall things quicker. Fruit also contains a lot of water. Your body is 80% water so in essence you are feeding your body with what it needs. What I personally like about fruit is that it is loaded with nutrients and is incredibly filling. Try an orange, apple, or banana, as they are great on-the-go fruits that will fill you up and travel well in your bag before you run out the door in the morning.

2. Cereal?Not just a breakfast food anymore.

While pouring your morning bowl, grab a baggie and throw in some dry cereal for a great late afternoon snack. It is important to note, choose cereals low in sugars like Life, Raisin Bran, Grape Nuts, Cheerios, etc. Dry cereal is low-calorie and is a good source of fiber (look for cereals with over three grams of fiber). Fiber fills you up and can tide you over until dinner time. If possible, select a cereal that is whole-grain as it helps reduce the risk of heart disease.

3. Crackers?Can?t go wrong here.

Crackers, although many might say they are plain, are another great snack to eat on the go before your next appointment. It doesn?t matter what kind of crackers you eat?whole grain, multi-grain, graham, or animal?all these crackers are healthy for you, in moderation. Don?t bring the whole box with you in the car, because if you are like me, the whole box will be gone before I even got home. Like cereal, grab a bag and put five or six crackers in, along with some great cheese (Cabot is my favorite) if you have it. Cheese and crackers is a great pair that provides a balanced snack for the morning or late afternoon.

4. Yogurt?Don?t forget the spoon.

Yogurt is a delicious snack that now comes in an array of flavors, with different toppings like granola and crushed Oreos. Try to avoid these toppings, as they are added fat and calories with no real nutritional benefit. Yogurt is great because it has fruit in it and it is loaded with potassium, protein, and calcium. Yogurt is also known to boost your immune system, so if you?re sick, grab some yogurt and eat away?it?s healthy for you!

5. Energy Bars?Not all of them are candy bars.

Alot of energy bars out on the market are literally candy bars?loaded with fat and unneeded calories. In looking for an energy bar, you should look for one that is all natural, meaning that is has no preservatives, which does mean a shorter shelf-life, however, that means the product is more likely to be fresh. Also, look for energy bars with a lot of protein and fiber, a healthy combination and balanced snack requirement. If you would like to know what you are eating, look for energy bars that have familiar ingredients, like ones you could find in your kitchen cabinet. Do you know what potassium pyrosulfite is? I didn?t think so. Go with what you know.

If you do choose to skip a meal, it is very important to at least have a healthy, nourishing snack to hold you over until your next meal. Try your hardest to resist the fast-food places and candy aisles at the grocery stores. It will be beneficial to you in the long run.

Copyright Michael Adams 2007. All rights reserved.

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There are of course precaustions to follow in Aromatherapy, however, there are factors that make it very enjoyable, easy to obtain, and the satisfaction of quick and natural relief available. You may already know of some home remedies that worked and are passed down from family history. If it worked then, it should still work now.

Modern medicine does have it place for severe complications and illness, however, you can do something to aid healing from diseases and discomforts. Unfortunately, modern medicine does not see eye-to-eye with Aromatherapy, yet our forefathers did leave a record of plants and their uses to help with rashes. soothing nerves as well as aiding our bodies natural defenses to combat illness.

Now that being said, essential oils have to be used with care. Toxic reactions such as rashes, liver damage, and/or seizures can result depending on family history. Therefore every batch of essential oil must be mixed with one of the listed carrier oils to prevent this from happening. Carrier oils such as sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, olive oil, and hazelnut oil.
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