A New Perspective on Weight Management

Healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes. An appreciation for the beautiful natural variation in body shapes and sizes can facilitate size acceptance, which can lead to a decrease in eating disorders and reduce a willingness to sacrifice health for the sake of achieving this perfect body. The Council on Size & Weight Discrimination promotes Health At Every Size. For the basic principles of this philosophy, click here:
http://cetulare.ucdavis.edu/news/n0599hea.htm

Intuitive Eating: Hungry for food or something else?

Intuitive eating means an inner knowing of what, when, and how much to eat at any given time, without conscious reasoning or advance knowledge. The body always knows what it needs for nourishment, we are born with this ability; however, we can get out of synch. By slowing down to stop and listen, it's messages can become quite clear. Read the following article for a more in-depth discussion of intuitive nutrition and the intuitive eating process: http://www.barbarabirsinger.com/documents/ARGUSArticleJan98-short.pdf

Being Big and Healthy is Possible

Good health is not defined by body size: it is a state of physical, mental, and social well-being. However, most people think that losing weight is the key to good health, and that thin equals healthy. Not always true! It is possible to be smaller or larger sized, and achieve good health through lifestyle habits such as regular exercise and healthy eating.
Want some ideas about how to include more physical activity in your day? Have a look: http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=2155