The Reductionism of Keto

I’ve been listening to some podcasts with a well-known and well-respected author who is a proponent of a ketogenic diet for weight loss. While I found numerous statements and claims questionable, what I want to focus on in this blog post is whether or not a ketogenic diet is a “magic bullet” for weight loss, …

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Grounding Techniques

Grounding techniques can help you disengage from overwhelming emotions and cravings. Try one of these techniques next time you feel pulled towards unhealthy eating habits like bingeing or eating junk food, especially in response to distressing emotions like anger, frustration, and anxiety. Grounding is not about relaxation or meditation. It is about being totally focused …

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Tova Cake

I eat cake every night. My cake, though, is totally healthy. It doesn’t lead to cravings. It does not contain any added sugar. It is a very healthy cake. I add different things to it, leave out certain ingredients, etc. You can vary it to suit your preferences, making sure the ingredients contain no added …

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Values

Having a sense of your values can be helpful in a variety of situations. Values can be a compass, guiding you through the rhythms of your life experiences. They can inspire values-based actions, in which you act in accordance with what you value. You might value different things on different days. You may have certain …

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Healthy Pumpkin Pie

I hope you had a healthy and safe Thanksgiving. I made this super delicious and very healthy pumpkin pie. I ate it with no added sugar chocolate coconut ice cream. Here’s the recipe: Ingredients: 1 15 oz can pumpkin puree (make sure not to get pumpkin pie filling. The only ingredient should be pumpkin) 1/4 …

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Weight Loss Success

Most people struggle in their weight loss attempts. Some people successfully stick to a diet for awhile, lose weight, and then slip back into problematic eating behaviors. Our current society does not make the healthy choice easy to make. Additionally, there are many sources of stress that impact our physical and emotional health. I see …

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