Workout and weight loss on wheels- a diet of raw foods diet

More and more people are converting to a raw foods diet because they believe that cooking the food makes it toxic and it removes the nutrients and enzymes which aide with digestion and fighting disease. Choices are primarily nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables. These foods build the immune system so they are very healthy. However, there are many vitamins and minerals of which your body is deprived, like iron, protein, calcium etc. To rectify this take supplements to ensure your body receives a nutritional balance. Cooking food has benefits like getting rid of harmful bacteria. Some people include unpasteurized dairy foods, raw eggs, meat, and fish. Some people even do cook as long as it stays under 118 degrees. Food can be prepared by using blenders, food processors, and dehydrators. Food preparation is involved, you must first wash your food thoroughly and foods like sprouts, raspberries, unpasteurized juices, green onions, and lettuce can be risky. If you have kidney disease or weak immune systems eating only raw foods is not recommended. However there have been some real successes among people with multiple sclerosis and those with gluten-free diets. So experiment with new food combinations and spices, load up your blender with produce, and head for the organic section of your grocery store.

Workout and weight loss on wheels- volunteering to lose weight

One key cause of overeating is depression and boredom. There are 100's of options of things to occupy yourself but many of them are short term. A good long term answer which will help yourself is to help others. Volunteering can be extremely gratifying. There are hundreds of programs and agencies that need people to donate their time. Perhaps you can teach classes on exercise and nutrition. If you are busy doing something meaningful you won't have time to think about eating. The key is to find something you like and "run with it." If you don't like the options that exist start your own program. Meet-ups start all the time, post flyers on the bulletin boards in grocery stores or spread the word on facebook. Keep your mind and mouth occupied in other non-edible ways.

Workout and weight loss on wheels- timing is everything

It has been said that timing is everything - chronological time and body time differ. Just because I was 16 I was not successful driving. I had to wait a few years till I matured then I started all over with a new adapted driving teacher to actually pass the test. The same goes for weight loss; in order to be successful it must be the right time for you. Ask yourself these questions: 1)What are 3 words to describe yourself? 2)What are your weight loss goals? 4)What are your exercise goals? 5) What are you willing to do to reach those goals? 6) What have you already done to reach those goals? 7) What demands are on you now? Do you get support? Now you will have an overview of your current situation. If you have too many responsibilities make some changes before you begin.

Workout and weight loss on wheels- learning vs. living

The more healthy the food you eat are, the more healthy your body and mind are. Emotional problems such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder, decrease when you eat whole, unprocessed foods. You also relax more at night so you get a high quality sleep. Too much sugary, fatty foods tax your body’s digestive system and can increase diabetes. This all may seem obvious - and it is. However, when you are in the depressed situation or at the party staring at the endless chips and dips and wings and other fried things it is likely to be another story. Some experts suggest very specific things like eating carbohydrates and vegetables together but not with protein or fat. Although there are reasons, the body digests them differently, these are hard rules to follow that are not the norm.

Workout and weight loss on wheels- the four "w's" of eating

Asking yourself these questions will increase awareness of your food intake. Documenting these areas in a chart is a first step: What- What types of foods do you eat? Are they healthy or unhealthy? If they're unhealthy let's try to make some changes gradually. When- When do you eat? Is it morning, afternoon, and night or are many snacks included? After a week of writing everything down,can you find a pattern?Where-In which rooms do you eat? Do you eat on the go? Do you eat at restaurants or at home? After a week of writing this down do you see any patterns emerging? Why- Are you actually hungry when you eat? Is it more of a habit than anything else. Is it more emotional or boredom? The 5th area is "how much" This is just as important because weight loss is all about portion control. If you overeat you are going to gain extra pounds.

Workout and weight loss on wheels- alcohol

Alcohol is mostly discouraged, here's why: 1)It alters digestion. It goes right to the brain (affecting speech, vision, reasoning, and judgment) and then the liver. The body turns carbohydrates and fats from foods into fats. 2) It causes the body to lose water and minerals that effect muscles 3) Alcohol is just empty calories. It offers no nutrition but is 7 calories a gram. 4) It causes poor sleep patterns; 5) It can cause inflammation of the stomach; 6) it lowers inhibitions thus increases appetite; 7)It is often accompanied by junk foods, peanuts, chips etc. However, there is a benefit of drinking once a day- reducing risk for high blood pressure. If you do drink sip water in between and have food in your stomach first.

Workout and weight loss on wheels- questions to ask yourself

How healthy are your present eating habits? Answer yes or no to the following: 1) Do U eat at least 1 raw food daily? 2)Do you eat 5 servings of vegetables daily? 3) Do you eat fish 2x a week? 4)Do you chew food thoroughly? 5)Do you eat many processed foods? 6) Do you eat breakfast? 7)Do you eat food with preservatives and additives? 8) Do you eat foods with excessive sugar? 9) Do you eat properly even when tired? 10)Do you drink at least 8 glasses of water daily? 11) Do you avoid soda & alcohol? 12) Do you drink water 25 min before eating? 13)Do you eat a varied diet? 14) Do you make raw vegetable juices weekly? Now you have a starting point on what sort of improvements you should make. Take inventory of your cabinets and fridge. Are the items healthy? Do they have a lot of sugar and/or salt? Keep this in mind before the next shopping trip. Look at exercise too. What kind of movement do you do daily? Take inventory of YOU in 2015.