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Chili is delicious… but you may not like THIS recipe.

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Chili is delicious but you may not like this recipe.  You’ll LOVE IT!!

I use my crockpot often and with the temps cooling off, the smell of comfort food cooking all day is calming to me.  I love the aroma from my crockpot!  Whether it be from the Mexican chicken recipe, PB/coconut granola (recipe on this blog site), apple crisp, or this chili recipe…… I love the aroma of home cooked food on a cold day, any day.  Chili can be very healthy and includes a lot of protein & fiber in the meat and beans which will keep you fuller for a longer period of time!

I made this chili this week and the left overs are even better the next day!!  The ingredients are very simple and so is the process.
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I used:

  • 93% lean ground beef.  (Ground turkey or chicken would work too, but I find that beef absorbs the flavors better).
  • 1 medium green pepper, diced
  • Half of an onion, diced
  • 2 Tablespoons of chili powder
  • Can of diced tomatoes with basil, Garlic, and Oregano seasons
  • Can of light red kidney beans
  • 1 can of mild chili beans
  • 2 cans of tomato sauce
  • 1 box (found at Target) of low sodium organic kidney beans
  • Black pepper and Garlic powder to taste
  • 1 cup of water

I browned the ground beef, diced green pepper and diced onion together in a skillet. While it was cooking I added some black pepper and garlic powder to the mix.

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While that was browning, I put all the beans, tomato sauce, and chili powder together in the crockpot. I rinsed all the beans in cold water except for the mild chili beans because I wanted the flavor of the liquid.  I added a cup of water at this time but it can be added anytime.
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Then I added the skillet mixture to the crockpot and gently stirred it all together.  Turn the crockpot to low and allow to cook for 5-8 hours.  In my house we all like a little something different to top off the chili.
Some options are: oyster crackers, shredded cheese, or sour cream (healthier version would be plain Greek yogurt).
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Put left overs in the fridge and reheat the next day!  You could put this chili over a baked potato or use it as a dip with low sodium whole grain tortilla chips the next day also!  Enjoy!!!

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Don’t say ‘farewell’ to cupcakes… Wait, what?

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Seriously?? I open my email to find this message.

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I had to read it a couple times and allow it to whirl in my brain for a bit before deciding that it pisses me off.  Is ‘slenderer’ even a word?? Don’t give up cupcakes?? Because they are a superfood that creates a better body right?? (Note sarcasm.)  An occasional cupcake is fine but if you are eating them so much that you must ‘give them up’ then that tells me you need a complete overhaul and to pick your train wreck of a self-up off the floor and throw away the empty cupcake wrappers too.   

Why would you NOT give up cupcakes?  They make your body feel like junk and are only good for the tastebuds.  That ‘goodness’ only lasts a few seconds before you swallow it and then allow it to jack up the rest of your body. 

Moving on….if a product ‘guarantees’ that you will lose weight while eating simple carbs and not exercises then guess what……. You are probably going to need a lot of toilet paper because it’s going to clean you out.  And that, my friends……. Is not a healthy ‘cleanse.’ Not to mention you will gain it back.  It’s not changing your bad habits, teaching you to eat well, helping you to learn more about your body and the cravings, or promoting healthy digestion. Now, as nutritionist, I can go on and on about how poor eating leads to diabetes, amputations, heart disease, poor morale, bullying, depression, GI issues, brittle bones, decreased rate of healing, and much much more….. But we will save that for another blog. 

 

Wtf does “disgusting hours in the gym” mean?? My mind can’t even comprehend those words all put together. All gyms I have been in are pretty pleasing to the eyes, but I assume they are talking about sweat and exercise.  Exercise is crazy amazing for your body and brain.  I LOVE to sweat (especially if it’s a hair washing day) and I feel powerful, sexy, determined, and unstoppable when I have a hard workout.  BOOM!

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I need a Xanax just to calm down from all that nonsense talk. 

  • Aching muscles are proof you are changing them and had a good workout. 
  • You shouldn’t be having hunger cramps if you are eat well. You can eat a LOT of food when you make wise choices.   What is a hunger cramp anyways?  I thought it was called ‘hunger pains.’
  • Everyone knows that exercise and better foods aid in sleeping!! Cupcakes and all that sugar cause poor sleep, but hey…… go ahead and eat it according to this email. 
  • I don’t know about you, but I eat all my favorite dishes because they taste amazing!!! Since when was a steak, baked sweet potato with cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice seasoning, fresh green beans, and a no cook PB cookie a bad meal? (Maybe you aren’t sleeping well because your body doesn’t like you ‘favorite’ dishes and it’s causing nightmares).
  • “Get hotter wisely and effortlessly” – WHAT?? The chemical shit storm that this email is promoting is not wise.  Not to mention, are they saying that you are only ‘hot’ if you are a size 2??  I was always taught that nothing is worth it if you don’t work for it.  And, I teach my clients that the journey is the best teacher.  You learn a lot about your mind/body/soul on the journey.                                                                                                                         This is the problem with society….. too many people have no idea how good their body could actually feel and how easy it is to lose those unwanted pounds because they keep eating chemicals and making lazy food choices.  Instead…people just want the easy way out with a product that will eventually ruin them.  Guess what?  Skinny people can be unhealthy too!!  You need to fix the problem from the inside out. 
    Seriously…… don’t waste your hard earned money on something like this.  Spend it on products that you can use over and over again and encourage wellness along with a support system from others like you who have been there/done that.  I don’t care what you choose to do…….whether it’s going to the gym, attending fitness classes, get a home workout program from me, or lace your shoes and hit the pavement.  Just do SOMETHING!

Take care of your belly with good food and stop the notion that healthy food tastes bland.  Learn to love spices/seasoning and get creative in the kitchen!!  The possibilities are endless!!  
Easy food rule I teach:  IF your Great Great Grandmother wouldn’t recognize the items on your plate….. you shouldn’t be eating it.  She wouldn’t recognize the chemical shit storm on many plates…. I guarantee. 

If you need genuine assistance and a healthy outlook on weightloss /building muscle……. I can teach you how to get started and push you to success.  Contact me at any time!!  Bashford.Lisa@yahoo.com.  

 

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’21 DayFix’ or the ’24 Day Challenge’?…..which program will help you to lose weight?

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Team Beachbody’s 21Day Fix or Advocare’s 24 Day Challenge?  Hmmm…..

I’ve had personal experience with both of these programs and I must say that BOTH of them will change your body and eating habits.  By now, we all know that food is the major culprit of the growing waistlines in this country.  Over the years, our food has gotten sweeter, manufacturers know this and cater to that by sweetening most every processed food out there (yes, even milk) and if they don’t do this, typically people will not purchase their products!  As the foods get sweeter, we develop habits of eating the wrong foods.  I blame manufactures on this too because their advertising and labels can be VERY misleading and trick people into eating foods that really aren’t as healthy as they seem!  Regardless, all this is leading to wrong food choices and higher numbers on the scales.  It’s disheartening because it’s not only adults being affected, it’s children too.
Therefore, both of these food challenges change the way you view food.  And, that’s ALWAYS a good thing!  Both products promote healthy habits, water intake, and clean eating.  However, there are some very different aspects to each program too.

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21 Day Fix:

  • Includes 7 30 minute workouts.  Exercise is an important aspect to body health.  Exercise boosts brain power, memory, moods and decreases stress levels along with making the body look great!
  • No weighing food, No calorie counting, No Weight Watcher points…. It’s a basic container system.  You figure out which caloric range you are in, and then the instructions tell you how many containers of each food category you get per day.  (Protein, veggies, fruit, complex carbs, healthy fats, seeds, oils and sweet snacks).  You simply eat those foods each day.  You decide which foods you want to eat each day.  Love cottage cheese?  That’s a red container.  Want a whole grain waffle?  That’s a yellow container.  How about a glass of wine?  Better save your yellow containers and exchange them for wine.  J
  • The program is 21 days in length.
  • The focus is on food (portion control and making better food choices, however allows for sweet snacks and wine occasionally) and exercise.
  • No pills and not a consumable product other than if you choose to use the nutrient dense meal replacement Shakeology, with it.  Recommended but not necessary to achieve results.
  • Program can be repeated as often as you wish, however you will learn what to eat and portion control and incorporate that into daily life.
  • Program is $60 and if you order it with Shakeology, (meal replacement) the total is $160.00

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24 Day Challenge:

  • This program does NOT come with an exercise program.
  • The food program is based around the 3 food categories:  Protein, Carbohydrates, and Healthy fats.  The program clearly lays out when you should eat from each category.
  • There are foods listed that you are to avoid.  And alcohol should be avoided also.
  • 2 parts to this program.  The first part is a 10 day ‘cleanse’ but it’s not intended to give you diarrhea or make you ill.  It’s a high fiber cleanse.  Not all bodies respond well to the fiber drink.  The focus of the first 10 days is to rid your body of toxins.
    The second phase of this program is 14 days long and referred to as the Max Phase. It involves fueling your body in order to achieve maximum results.
  • Timing of food intake is crucial to this program.
  • This program involves supplements and many pills.  It’s a consumable program meaning you take the product and then need to order more.  It comes with clear instructions on when to take the pills and when to eat food.  The pills and food work together to help your body lose weight.
  • This challenge is 24 days in length and may only be done 1x every 90 days.
  • Post challenge, you have options of continuing without supplements and with the knowledge of food and timing of eating the food (proteins, carbs, fats)….or you can continue with a variety of supplements to assist the body with weight loss.
  • Spark is the energy drink that is recommended to use with the program since you are encouraged to not drink coffee.  Spark has the artificial sweetener, Sucralose in it as well as some of the other products.
  • Roughly $200 for all the products in this program, however it can be personalized so that you only use the basic necessities, which varies pending your needs and lifestyle.

Both programs have helped people to lose hundreds of pounds!  Both companies offer large support systems for their customers and you have ‘coaches’ or ‘reps’ to help answer any of your questions.

There are positive and negative aspects to both programs.  Personally, I favor the 21 Day Fix because I found it to be easier and more ‘natural.’  I have memorized the portions of each container and it’s easy to do!!  I am a runner and in order to run long distance, I need to add an extra container of carbs though to power me through the miles.  Once again, it’s all about paying attention to your body!!

I have family members who have found a lot of success with Advocare’s 24 Day challenge too!!  They feel healthy and empowered taking herbal supplements.  I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis 11 years ago and I became very malnourished and ill (fiber drink wreaked havoc on my intestines) while doing the 24 day challenge.  I was put on steroids and it took about a month before my system calmed down.  However, my husband and in-laws loved the challenge and it worked well for him!  I have many friends who use the program and LOVE it!!

You need to decide which program fits your lifestyle the best and which one you will stick with.  BOTH programs encourage food changes and food education, and that’s why they both are popular programs.
If you need assistance determining which program is best for you…. Contact me!  I have experience with both and have seen success with both…. Therefore, I will help you decipher which one you would be most successful using.  Losing weight is the ultimate goal and both programs teach you food lessons, which I find valuable!!  If it doesn’t ‘teach’ you anything about something you make decisions with all day long (food)…… then it’s not a program you should be using.

Feel free to contact me at any time.  Bashford.Lisa@yahoo.com.
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Have a great day & remember…. You are what you eat!  Don’t be cheap or fake!!

XOXO – Lisa Bashford

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Calories are the sneaky creatures that cause our clothes to fit tighter….. why count them? Outsmart them!

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Calories. Calories. Calories. Calories. Calories. Calories. Calories. Calories. Calories. Image Yes, your caloric intake is important….. but it’s not the ‘end all be all’ of weightloss, and it’s DEFINITELY not the answer for a healthy body!!! Listen…. If you calculated your caloric range to be 1300-1500 and adhere to that…. Good for You!  Are you entering every food item into your smartphone & unable to eat dinner because you ate a big lunch?  Maybe your body NEEDED that big lunch, hence why you were so hungry!! I could stick to that caloric range and eat cereal all day too!  Have you ever thought about that?  Just because you stay within a caloric range does NOT mean you are doing justice for your body.  I pity your heart muscle…and well, all your muscles to be honest. It is true – there should be a deficit in the number of calories to create weight loss.  But, strictly counting your calories isn’t the answer.  There are MANY methods to eating that create weight loss.  Have you heard of the ‘Zig Zag Method?’  I’ve taught it in a few of my challenge/accountability groups on facebook.   Point being……. The same caloric intake every day is NOT good…… especially when you shoving your face with junk and don’t even know it!! Instead of ‘calories’ let’s focus on your NUTRITION and CHOICES!  Have you eaten ANY fruit today???  How about a vegetable??  Did you include protein in that last snack/meal? Before I took nutrition courses, I would go the entire day and think….. “What vegetable did I eat today?”  (And, no…..the tomato & wilted lettuce on your fast food burger doesn’t count).  We go through our entire day eating and yet make TONS of food mistakes!! People don’t know how to feed their bodies!!  Does any of the below points sound familiar?

  •  We are addicted to ‘sweet’ foods (thank you, Mr. Food Companies)!
  •  We think ‘low fat/low sugar’ is healthy.
  • We fear carbohydrates (South Beach Diet ruined us) because we don’t know the difference between a simple carb (bad) or a complex carb (good).
  • People don’t believe in ‘healthy fats’.
  • Our taste buds are too picky.  (Teach them differently)
  • We eat too large of portion sizes (Would you like to supersize that for $1.00 extra?)
  • We eat too much at one sitting (‘I feel stuffed!’)
  • We grew up being told to ‘clean your plate.’
  • Soda (no need to say anything more)
  • We are told to watch caloric intake vs. food choices.
  • We have NO IDEA how to prepare fresh fruit/veggies.
  • We seem to think our plates must be FULL of 4+ different food items at each meal.
  • ‘Gluten Free’ has taken on a life of its own.  (Hellooo carbs and sodium: processed foods).
  • Pretty packaging at the store tricks you into thinking it’s healthy.
  • Laws are getting stricter, but food marketers can make dog feces seem healthy if they word it right (tricky bastards).

Here are some very basic rules to think about when preparing meals or eating. 

-Would my Great Great Grandmother recognize the food item on my plate?

-The closer to nature, the better.

-Have a plate of fresh cut veggies at each meal.

-“Low Sugar/Low Fat” = Chemical Shit Storm

-Review your daily food intake…. Are you missing something?  If Yes, eat it at dinner!

-Drink Water.  It’s cheap & it’s good for you.  End of story.

-Plan ahead.  Meal prep is key.  Even if it’s just thinking about what you are going to make for dinner.

-Make SURE there is a protein source at each meal/snack.

-Make sure your family meal has a protein and veggie/fruit at mealtime.  Green Bean Casserole doesn’t count…. I’m talking steamed, roasted, raw, boiled.

-Your kids will live just fine if they don’t eat pasta & cereal 3+x/week.

-Just because YOU ate it as a kid & turned out just fine doesn’t mean they will!  Today’s world and ingredients are far different than when we grew up!  And….. who’s to say you turned out ‘just fine?’  You never know when diabetes, a colon disease, or worse is waiting around the corner.   If you still have trouble eating well……. For goodness sake, try a healthy meal replacement.  (Nope….slim fast is not one of them).  I highly recommend Shakeology because it has super foods and is nutrient dense.  Do you know what that means?  It means, even if you screw up and don’t get all your vitamins/nutrients in for the day, it’s got you covered. You’ve seen me preaching about the new food/fitness program called the ’21 Day Fix.’  It will help you with ALL the problems above….. in as little as 3 weeks.  Think you will starve?  THINK AGAIN!  It clearly lays out how many containers of which food group you should be eating each day.  The book helps you figure out how many of each containers and that’s ALL you worry about.  You won’t miss a single food group during the day, and you will learn portion control!  You can still have chocolate too…… because I think it’s more of a habit than craving to say “I need something sweet’ after a meal. No Calorie Counting!! No Weight Watcher Points!! No weighing food! No strict food plans!! You can still eat at restaurants!! >>>>>>>Baseline price is $60 for the program!!! <<<<<< So…. To paraphrase = stop ‘thinking’ you are eating well and feeding your family well and simply learn the real truth!  Stop obsessing about those pesky little calories!!  If you eat ‘clean’ – you don’t need to worry about those numbers! Find me on social media and Say “HELLO!”  (Click on the below words to find me!)

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2 things I’ve realized while on a liquid diet…

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I’ve been on a clear liquid diet for over 24 hours now.  It’s been rough & I’ve wanted to cry at times….especially when I see the Peanut Butter jar.  No Joke.  Sigh……….

I’m having a medical test this morning called a colonoscopy.  I have Ulcerative Colitis and therefore have this test every 3-5 years.  It’s really not a tough procedure, although it sounds awful.  The drugs they use to make you ‘silly’ make it much better.  I’m very thankful for those drugs!!! 

 2 things I’ve realized during this journey:

1. Our society has a FOOD-FRENZY!!!  We are ALL ABOUT FOOD!!   I’m really hungry right now and almost every 2/3 social media posts are food related in some way. Commercials on TV, radio shows, facebook, Instagram, twitter, junk emails, and other people.  The thought of ‘food’ surrounds us 24/7.  And….it explains why many people have eating issues.  When the thought of food is coming at you from every angle, it’s easy to succumb and start to believe that you are hungry or craving a certain food item.  It’s not going to change…so I urge you to stay strong and listen to your BODY, not society. 

 

 2. I’m conscience of what I eat…. or at least I thought I was.  I’ve caught myself resisting the urge to put food in my mouth all morning! Example: making the kids lunch. I almost ate a raspberry, piece of turkey that I cut up for my daughter, piece of tortilla, and apple slices. Apparently, I eat unconsciously nibble too!  I wonder how many extra calories I eat in a day without realizing it.  Hmmm…..
If I’m doing it, chances are -> you are doing it too!!   I got a handle on eating the scraps from my children’s plates a couple years ago.  Sounds nasty?  I bet EVERY parent has done it at some time!!  Eaten those last bites of mac & cheese, the crust from the sandwich, the left overs that the kids don’t want.  Let me tell you something….. it’s OK to throw that food away.  Take a lesson from Nike and “just do it.”  The money value of that wasted food is not worth the destruction it causes mentally and physically to your body. 

Isn’t this ironic?  I choose to blog about a ‘food’ related topic when I am not allowed to eat!  I urge you to simply be aware, folks!! Keep your EYES WIDE OPEN & eyes on the prize!!! That prize is a more fitness-focused YOU!!!  Don’t succumb to society’s pressure to try that new bacon, cheese, onion ring, triple burger on a pretzel bun or to eat that entire bag of Peanut butter M& M’s because you aren’t paying attention and watching television.  (Yes, I know that last one from experience.  Oops).

Words to help you cross your finish line!! 
* Focus
* Discipline
* Determined
* Body Awareness
* Resist

I believe in you!!! 
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Knowing When To Eat What

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Before you eat, ask yourself “What am I going to do for the next 3 hours?” 
That will help you decide which foods are best for your body in the immediate future.
Foods effect our bodies differently, so listen to your body, learn its cues, and follow its lead!If you are going to workout…… you will want to choose some healthy carbs. (Not candy, chips, high fat foods, or foods with white flour/sugar).  Honestly, grains work awesome.  Before I run more than 5 miles….I ALWAYS have 2 pieces of whole grain toast with PB and honey…. sometimes sliced bananas on top. It provides sustained energy for a long run.  It provides my liver with glycogen so that my body uses that for energy instead of protein.  YOU DO NOT want your body using protein for energy…..this means that it’s using muscle.  YOU WORK HARD FOR THAT MUSCLE.
For hard, long workouts….. you want your body to use CARBS/GLYCOGEN.  (I could talk about this forever and if you are interested, let me know and I will go …on).

If you are going to sit at your desk….. carbs (think pasta, breads, crackers) will make you fatigued.  Don’t fall into this trap!  You will want more protein, dairy, fruit to help keep you awake and alert.  Don’t ramp up your blood sugar with candy and soda, crackers or fruit juices!  You will pay for it later with a big ol’ sleepy crash! (And, protein should be a part of every meal/snack).

If you are going to sleep – think protein, easily digested healthy carbs, warm calming drinks……… junk/sugar won’t let the body rest because it will pump up your blood sugar.  Skip the ice cream and sugary cereal.

Post workout – you want protein & carbs.  A nice little mix of protein to rebuild the muscle and heal it, while carbs replenish what your liver used for energy.  If you are working out hard and feeling sluggish, have a headache, or nauseous all day……chances are it’s because you aren’t eating enough or the right foods to restore your system.  Possibly dehydrated too!

Remember:  You aren’t eating enough to keep you full ALL DAY.  You are only eating enough to fill your belly for the next 2-4 hours until the next meal/snack.  (Another reason why a healthy meal replacement like Shakeology is worthy!  It’s super healthy, fights cravings, aids in digestion/regulation, and keeps the body full for 2-4 hours.  Shameless plug, I know.)

Pack healthy snacks in the car, your purse, and at work so that if you start to get hungry, you have good options.  Hunger is often disguised as thirst; so try drinking water when you feel as though you are ‘hungry.’  You may simply be dehydrated!Follow me on Facebook so that you see a little of me each day! >>  www.Facebook.com/YourFitnessInfo 

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My first H.E.A.P. 8 (Healthy Eating Accountability Program 8 day Challenge) is coming to an end and it’s been a success!!  I look forward to mentoring another one!  Be the first to know by finding me on social media.  Limited Availability so that I can offer personal assistance. 

OBESITY – such an ugly word.

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The term ‘obesity’ is an excess proportion of total body fat.  “Morbid obesity” means that a person is either 50%-100% over normal weight, more than 100 pounds over normal weight, has a BMI of 40 or higher, or is sufficiently overweight to severely interfere with health or normal function.  There are many reasons as to why/how people become obese.  One of the most obvious causes of obesity is simply overeating. When you eat more food than the body requires then the excess is stored as fat. This can occur by eating too much or eating foods that are high in fat and calories. 

Other common causes for a person being obese are age, gender, genetics, environmental factors, physical inactivity, illness, psychological factors, and medications.

When it comes to my scope of practice, environmental factors and physical inactivity play a significant role. Environmental factors include lifestyle behaviors such as what a person eats and how active they are.  Physical activity or inactivity is self-explanatory.  Active individuals require more calories than less active ones to maintain their weight. Additionally, physical activity tends to decrease appetite in obese individuals while increasing the body’s ability to preferentially metabolize fat as an energy source. Much of the increase in obesity in the last 20 years is thought to have resulted from the decreased level of daily physical activity.  For those individuals struggling with these causes of obesity, the treatment I would recommend would be to educate yourself on proper food choices and exercise regimens that suit your lifestyle and personality.  Then, incorporate what you have learned into your daily life.  Some important factors would be proper water intake, carb/protein/fat intake, food proportions, limiting the processed ‘unhealthy’ carbs and replacing them with better choices of foods, knowing the proper caloric intake for your body and activity level, and of course, beginning an exercise program that you can maintain.  Too many individuals find excuses as to why they cannot make healthier choices and stick with them, so I would also recommend an accountability group or workout partner and help to hold one another accountable to a healthier lifestyle. 
For those causes of obesity which are outside of my scope of practice, I would recommend proper treatment by a medical professional.  Some of those treatment options are gastric bypass surgery, stomach size reduction, prescription weight loss medication, and behavioral changes (support groups/counseling).  These options are to be used after a healthy effort has been given to weight loss programs which include diet, exercise, and accountability. 

I am convinced that with better food choices and exercise, other common causes of obesity such as age, genetics, and illness can be controlled too.  Many illnesses such as diabetes can be controlled with diet and exercise, and then the person may be able to decrease their medication per physician.  I believe that our food choices can be what make us ill as well as what can heal the body.  The number one way to combat obesity is education.  To educate the individual on obesity, the cause of their obesity, and then to seek the right treatment to help them lose the weight and become a healthy weight. 
If you are ‘obese’ and looking for some personal assistance, contact me.  Even if you have just a few pounds to lose.  Gaining control of your body, your cravings, and your life will create joy, satisfaction, & you will be a role model for others. 
I can’t help if you don’t ask.  I have access to hundreds of home workouts and nutritionals to help you along in your journey.  Simple changes = big results.  *BELIEVE*
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