Non-stop hunger and eating: Prader-Willi Syndrome

Have you ever felt like you couldn't stop eating? Some people actually have a medical condition in which their brains do not shut off the hunger signal. Their satiety is left unfulfilled, 24/7. Having Prader-Willi Syndrome can lead to more serious health problems, too. Watch how the Kane family has dealt with their daughter's perpetual hunger:

Food and eating: holidays skew consumption

Food is everywhere. During the holidays, everyone overeats. And rich, decadent, fattening food is abundant. Gluttony is acceptable and encouraged.

There are many reasons why people gain weight during the holidays: too many to discuss in this one blog post. But one look into the psychology of holiday eating reveals abundance, sharing, and social stigmas.

One English man is eating differently. Instead of drowning in the glutton of abundance, his approach is to appreciate the abundance by living more simply.

Mark Boyle is working on his own consumption awareness. Here is a peak into his story:


So, how can we learn from him and eat more wisely?
First, we need to look at our own personal values. How important is food to me?
Second, look at your social eating behaviors. Do I eat more around family to "please" them? How do I eat in social settings? Do I eat differently at home than in restaurants?
Third, realize that change can take a long time. Patience and perserverance are crucial. Suppose you examine your beliefs and decide to consume less and eat healthier. The new awareness is one step. Then you need a daily plan. What new behaviors will replace the old ones? This process may bring incredible new meaning to your life, but it can take a long time to change old ways. Be good to yourself and don't get discouraged by setbacks.

Perhaps you enjoy holiday food AND you like the idea of reducing consumption. Take just a few moments before each meal, party or social setting to think about the food you might eat. Is it important to eat chips and soda, or other non-holiday junk food? Instead of devouring a whole plate of truffles or mini-tarts, take time to meet the cook and learn how they cook them. (Then, spend time later making an equally-delicious, but healthier, version).

Think. Eat. Learn. Nourish. Thrive.

Cities with Heart-Smarts for Women

Do you know what the greatest killer of women is? Heart Disease kills more women than any other ailment or condition!

Dr. Jordan Metzel discusses a study by physicians and health educators. It revealed the lifestyle habits that contribute to healthy hearts in women. They applied these to a study of American communities to find the "Cities with heart-smarts". Watch his interview with Dr. Jennifer Perez as they discuss the findings:



Information from the American Heart Association tells us that lifestyle habits like exercise, awareness, nutritious eating, relieving stress, and community programs all contribute to healthier hearts and reduced heart disease.

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