A Simple and Permanent Cure for Childhood Obesity by Ute Fumeaux August 2005 – Sydney, Australia. Scouring the multitude of medical research literature, media releases, and paediatric literature, it is absolutely clear that the cure for childhood obesity is a simple case of ensuring that children’s calorie intake is appropriate for the amount of physical activity undertaken. It is clear if a child drinks a couple of cans of sweetened soft drink that same child will have consumed an extra 300 calories and 20 teaspoons of sugar, all of which need to be ‘worked off’ to avoid obesity. It is estimated it would take 1 hour of intense high-impact aerobics to work off those extra 300 calories. We’ve been lead to believe that avoiding childhood obesity is complicated and time-consuming, requiring a team of nutritionists, fitness experts, educators and even private investigators to ensure our children do as they’re told. Ute Fumeaux, CEO and founder of child-educational-toys.com is a mother of 3 and an ex-aerobics instructor. Her background means she’s conscious of the need for all of us to move more. Ute has always encouraged her children to eat a wide variety of healthy and delicious natural, unprocessed, raw foods. Yes her children have treats but these treats are a very low percentage of the children’s daily calorie intake. Professor Gary Egger of Deakin University and author of a number of books including “Gut busters” agrees with Ute’s practice he says the problem is we and our children are getting fatter. In the last 20 years Australians have been putting on weight at the rate of one gram a day. But we eat less than our grandparents did, so why all that extra weight? Prof Egger believes technology is primarily to blame. We have so many gadgets to do things for us that we have become lazy. In fact, we are using 800 calories less energy every day than we did in 1970. “I don’t think the human body is ready for the technological revolution,” Prof Egger said. Social factors are also contributing to this general slow down of movement, right from a child’s earliest years. Parents are more reluctant to let their children play too far from the home. Very often, a child’s world is limited to the house and a small backyard. And the television and home computer appear to be nudging out tree climbing and other outdoor activities on the most favoured pastimes list. Prof Egger says the evidence suggests that watching television actually slows down our metabolism, making it harder to burn off the extra calories. The snack food advertisements on TV and the fast food culture are all adding to our growing girths too. The good news is we don’t have to give up all our favourite foods and we don’t have to eat less. In fact, we can eat more, providing we eat differently, Prof Egger says. It is the high fat foods, the chips and peanuts, that we eat that make us put on weight. He suggests we increase our intake of raw fruit and vegetables and increase our physical activity. Prof Egger isn’t suggesting we throw away our computers and techno games, after all that’s part of what’s making this century so interesting, all he’s suggesting is that we balance it all out. Sure your child can spend an hour on the computer, watching TV or playing video games but then make sure he/she is spending at least an hour running around kicking a ball, climbing trees, swimming, bike riding, playing chasings, rumbling, jumping on a trampoline or another fun, active game. Prof Egger isn’t suggesting your child never eats ice creams or lollies, he’s just suggesting that those empty calories are just a very small part of a diet loaded with raw fruit, vegetables, nuts (where appropriate) and seeds, grains, lean meat. Prof Egger suggests you educate your child about healthy eating, include them in food preparation wherever possible (most mums would be happy with that) and educate them on the healthful benefits of regular exercise. The key message to all children and parents needs to be that we all need to balance out our calorie intake and energy output and make sure we have fun with both. For more information about bringing up health intelligent children please visit Ute’s site at child educational toys.com (www.child-educational-toys.com), we look forward to seeing you there. http://child-educational-toys.com/ Ute Fumeaux Sydney Australia Learn more about your child Ute Fumeaux is a fast passed educator that has the experience of her own 3 children blended in with years of learning. She provided solid practical advice that answers many of the questions that parents have about raising and education their children. Learn more about Ute and her advice at www.child-educational-toys.com Ute Fumeaux may be contacted at http://www.child-educational-toys.com Diet and Exercising for Weight Loss by Jane Flinders Obesity is now being called an epidemic in the health community. In fact, it will soon be the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, even ahead of cigarette smoking. Obesity leads to type two diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke and even an increased risk of cancer. With all of these health risks, as well as the general improvement in the quality of life that can occur, losing weight is one of the best things that you can do for yourself. No matter what we would like to believe, there simply isn't a magic solution to losing weight. The body will shed excess fat when it needs more calories to function through the demands you place on it in a given day than the amount of calories that you feed it. It's that simple. So, in order to lose weight, you need to decrease the number of calories that you eat as well as increase the amount that you burn. There is a wide range of options to choose from when looking for a weight loss program. All of them often spend a lot of time explaining what to eat, in what amounts and even at what times or in what combinations. But few of them emphasize the importance of exercise – not just for losing weight, but for your general health and wellbeing. Exercise is vital when trying to lose weight for several reasons: First, as you start to eat less, your metabolism will slow down somewhat. Exercising helps to elevate your metabolism back to an efficient level. Second, as mentioned, exercise burns more calories so that you can lose weight faster and stay motivated in your efforts. Third, exercise actually releases endorphins, chemicals that keep your mood elevated. Exercise doesn't have to mean spending hours at the gym or straining through exhausting workouts. In fact, in order for you to stick with it on the long run, exercising should be something that you enjoy. Start by increasing your activity level in an overall way. Take the stairs when you can. Park further from the mall door when you go shopping. Go for a walk in the park or through a neighborhood you love and bring a dog or a friend along for company. Take dance or martial arts lessons. Once you become more active in general, you'll find it easier and more natural to move into regular exercise. Which you'll need to do eventually in order to get regular, noticeable health benefits. You need to raise your heart rate to a fat burning level and keep it there for at least 20 minutes, 3 times or more a week. However, if you don’t want to go to a gym, there are other options. Videos and DVDs are now available in all kinds of exercise types. That way you can change your routine whenever you want so that you don't get bored with what you're doing. Try a range of aerobics, kickboxing, yoga, or pretty much any activity you want right in the comfort of your own home. If you have physical limitations that would keep you off from exercising, you can still find a way to increase your activity level. Water aerobics is a wonderful option for those who have joint problems or limited mobility because it relieves the pressure on your body that your weight provides. But you still get the resistance to challenge your muscles from the water. There are even classes and videos available that let you exercise in a seated position. Whatever kind of exercise you choose, it's important to stay motivated and keep it fun. Try gathering a group together to make it a social event. Or get a pedometer, a device that tracks how far you walk, and see how many miles you can walk a week. Make a competition amongst your friends or family members and treat the winner with something special (not food related!). Make the experience of exercising something that you look forward to, and it will soon become a regular part of your healthier lifestyle. Jane Flinders reviews some of the most popular diets and diet aids at http://www.DietsIndex.com where you can find different diet plans, sample menus, food lists, diets classifications, tips and tricks on how to stay on the diet you choose. Jane Flinders may be contacted at or jane@dietsindex.com Search FAXTS powered by FreeFind 31 Daily Habits to Boost Your Metabolism by (c ) Anna Overweight No More These 31 simple daily habits will boost your metabolism, jump start your weight loss while promoting better health and a happy mood. Although you have your weight loss plan, there are some useful daily habits that can help you speed up your weight loss. Sometimes, small daily habits can make the difference and help you lose unwanted fat. For instance, these simple habits can help you speed up your weight loss strategy. These tips helped me lose 80 pounds from 230 pounds and keeping the weight off. You don't have to follow all of them, just choose according to your criteria or combine them based on your lifestyle. Sounds good? Awesome! The more you do, the more you will lose weight safely. Have fun while choosing and finding your personal daily Weight Loss Solution while gaining extra energy and saying, "Ok Anna, It Is Official Overweight No More. I am also ready to lose weight just as you did." Start with a positive attitude visualizing your realistic weight loss goal. Once your meals are planned, try not to change them for highly calories choice. Plan to eat healthy foods (smaller portions) Do not skip breakfast. This is your main meal to start your day and avoid cravings during the day. Oatmels are ideal for breakfast. If running out of time, at least have a "full meal replacement" For coffee drinkers, it is suggested to have coffee before your morning meal because it boosts fat burn, as it is said that xanthines, which are thermogenic substances, increase energy. Consume daily calcium to speed up fat loss. You can have a yogurt in the morning. A cup of yougurt gives you 50% of calcium of the daily recommended value. Plus, it has live bacteria to improve your digestive enzyme and eliminate bloated feeling. Drink a cup of milk daily. Oops ... allergic to milk? Then, have daily KEFIR, it tastes like liquid yogurt and produces less than half the gassy symptoms associated with regular milk because it contains healthy bacteria that release lactase during digestion. Plus it is a good source of calcium and CLA. Have a cup of green tea in the morning to speed up your metabolism naturally. A cup of black tea, preferrable at lunch or midday, Studies indicate that the combination of caffeine and flavonoids reduces appetite by 45% and increases your metaolic rate. Make sure to dress nice daily, no matter if we are overweight, the point it's about feeling sexy, comfortable. It will keep your motivation high! Avoid extra large t-shirts. Set a goal of drinking at least 3 glasses of water before noon. Remember that water helps you to eliminate wasted toxins and sets your body's metabolic thermostat. Drink another 3 glasses before dinner. Have a cranberry juice before noon. Cranberries are a rich source of phytochemicals, which stimulate the release of trapped fats and toxins, plus it tastes so good. Rose hips and cranberry tea, this blend not only debloats and energizes, but also hydrates! The polyphenols in cranberry FLUSH FAT, while Vitamin C in rose hips BOOSTS immunity. awesomeee. (excellent to flush fat daily!) Have a protein drink right after waking up and before bedtime. Garnish your salad with lemon juice, or balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. (blood sugar is stable) Add cayenne, ginger, chili or hot sauce to your meals. Some studies indicate that increases body's fat burning, the metabolic boost last for about three hours. Have at least 3-5 vegetables servings (preferable fresh) Have at least 2-4 fruit servings (preferable fresh) Pineapple snack to reduce gas and bloat by speding the digestion of food proteins, plus it is low in calorie and naturally sweet. Do a minimum of 30 minutes cardio exercises (preferable in the morning). Have 1/4 cup of almonds If feeling down, don't get depressed, find a motivational partner or join a motivational weight loss group. Belly bulge, kangaroo pouch? Some recommend Peppermint tea after meals to help food digestion avoiding building excess gas. Others indicate Ginger tea for the same purpose, so far fresh ginger tea has worked for me. Try both and see which one works better for you. Consume daily fiber (fruits/vegetables) . For example, psyllium seed husk helps transport fats out of the body, assist in weight loss because it makes the stomach feels full, thus, suppressing the feeling of hunger that makes us eat more than we really need to. It also regulates the digestive system, and lowers cholesterol. Usually, it has been used to improve constipation and stomach upset. Eating emotionally? Seek comfort by calling a friend, walking outrside, reading a book, listening your favorite music, but do not seek comfort in food. You may have a fruit for snack or a cup of tea. To eliminate irritation practitioners of Chinese art of "qigong," recommend to stimulate the stomach unclogs blockates so your life energy (chi) can flow freely, thus, eliminating your bad mood while restoring calmness. (I'm trying this one, rub clockwise in circles) Meditate to release negative thoughts, it will help you keep a winning attitude towards your weight loss plan. Pomegranate juice to flush toxins and improve your skin. Israeli study has proven that pomegranates are among the richest source of antioxidants. Polyphenols block free radicals from bindig to cell membranes allowing healthy skin cell regeneration. There is more ... research at the University of California at Davis found that pomegranates have three times the antioxidants of my inseparable GREEN TEA, wowww. Red Panax Ginseng (liquid) to boost your stamina and complete your workout; hence burning more calories, just amazaing! Cravings? Chromium picolinate helps to control carbohydrate cravings while promoting a healthy metabolism to lose weight safely. A daily glass of red wine provides enough antioxidants to eliminate the free radicals of the body and helps improve digestion. (did I hear my favorite Chianti Classico? ha ha) Not liking wine? No problem, you can have an antioxidant supplement. Sleep 6-8 hours daily. I look forward to hear from you and your slim-down solution. It is your own daily roadmap to speed up your weigt loss ability deliciously and without starvation while looking better. I am here next to you on your quest to lose weight and be fit. Now, I better run fast to the supermarket to get my pomegranate juice and rose hips/cranberry tea as part of my daily slim-down solution. From now on, they will be next to my GREEN TEA. Cheers! Your Weight Loss Friend Ready To Help You Lose Weight, Anna, Overweight No More Suggested Weight Loss Articles by Anna, Overweight No More How I lost 80 Pounds from 230 Pounds, SO CAN YOU...(Anna's story) Eat Your Favorite Italian Pasta and Lose Weight Why Are We Overweight? Free Weight Loss Tips to Boost Your Metabolism and Burn Fat Faster How To Lose Belly Fat with Dairy Products Faster What Can We Eat to Avoid Obesity? Help! Which Diet to follow, High Protein or Low Carb? Anna Overweight No More, a work-at-home mom, shows you the weight loss tips she used to lose 80 pounds from 230 pounds, keeping the weight off for over 3 years. She reveals not only how YOU can lose weight, but also how YOU can keep it off while eating regular meals not strict weight loss diets. Start YOUR Weight Loss Program today and lose pounds. I AM READY TO HELP YOU lose those unwanted pounds, are YOU ready? http://www.officialoverweightnomore.com (c ) Anna Overweight No More may be contacted at http://www.officialoverweightnomore.com Visit 44 forums on ... www.Paradise-Love.com ... Friendly members, specials features and much more ! Discussions on everything such as vacations, websites, blogs, MSN, hobbies, lifestyle, music, movies, advice, columns, graphics, beauty & fashion. 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