Flat Belly Diet and other Myths

Gimme a break. The Flat Belly Diet is just the newest in a long line of fad diets. Scientific research shows that there is no way to lose weight through diet in just one area of the body. The true issue is stress, which increases the release of the hormone cortisol, and this acts upon the fat storage cells in the abdomen to increase fat uptake and storage.

So, to destress and promote losing a fat belly, a great idea is to learn some techniques for relaxation and reducing physiological responses to stress. I like to exercise and get outside and garden. Here's a cute picture of who I found out there yesterday.







Saint Anthony's Medical Center here in South County offers a session in Bio-Feedback training that is designed to help you read your body's signs and symptoms of stress. You then learn to use techniques that will drop the negative responses to stress, like a racing heart, which can be measured on the biofeedback machine. It's a great investment of $55.00. Some other destressors might involve getting a massage, turning off the t.v.s and other household noisemakers (this really helps me), going outside for a bike ride or walk, and many more. But don't fall for the next fad diet, it is a myth and just isn't worth your money, time or frustration. I've also ordered stuff from Gaiam to destress, I've gotten some things for yoga, working out with bands, etc. It's great stuff. Click the link so you can check out my main supplier of destress equipment.