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NPR: Health and the subject of body fat

A study suggests fat around the waistline poses the biggest risk for those patients with heart disease.

[Psychology Today] Losing Weight

Melanie Greenberg, Ph.D has written an excellent article for Psychology Today about changing how you relate to food, in order to achieve true and lasting weight loss. She mentions that dieting alone may not be an effective solution, and provides details about Cognitive therapy, and Mindfulness.

"Research studies suggest that dieting alone doesn't work for long-term weight loss. In one study, less than 20% of obese participants were able to lose 5% body weight and keep it off for 5 years." ~ Melanie Greenberg

She discusses important Cognitive strategies for effective weight loss. In brief these strategies include:

• Scheduling your day appropriately
• Stocking up on healthy snacks
• Asking for support from family and friends
• Being "mindful" while eating
• Believe in your goals and your process
• Remind yourself of your progress

Nutrition Month

According to the American Dietetic Association, it's National Nutrition Month. They are the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The goal of their campain is to help bring awareness to the importance of making well-informed food decisions, and helping you to lead an active physical life.

The ADA has a variety of resources available to help you with food planning, preparation and recipes.