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Need help developing healthier habits? Good health—and healthy weight—are about smart decision-making. Listen in and learn about success tools for creating health through optimal nutrition in this encore presentation of our podcast interview with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, board-certified family physician, author, and co-founder and chief medical officer of Eat Right America.
Let us know what steps you are taking toward healthy changes this year for a chance to win an Eat Right America bundle featuring some of their best-selling books, DVDs and assorted other special gifts: a $97 value! Simply enter a comment below by January 31st and one lucky reader will be selected at random.
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The motivating reasons Dr. Fuhrman’s patients make healthy weight a priority:
• Learning about the successes of others losing weight and reversing chronic disease, when all other diet methods have previously failed, triggers the desire to recommit to health.
• Discovering the science, logic and theory behind high-nutrient eating to remove addictive overeating provides the drive to get started.
The two biggest obstacles that stand in the way of motivation and determination to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight:
• Misinformation about food and nutrition indoctrinated at an early age.
• Allowing feelings and emotions to govern decision-making and food addictions to control behavior.
The top habits to adopt when trying to maintain a healthy weight:
• Focus on long-term health and not on immediate weight loss.
• Eat enough food volume with high-nutrient foods to remove the desire to overeat.
• Educate with the right information from the start.
Everyone can take steps toward being healthier with this knowledge:
• Our health is our greatest wealth.
• We can’t escape the biological laws of cause and effect. We must recognize that we can’t buy good health; we have to earn it with healthy eating and physical fitness.
• Good nutrition is not optional; it’s essential. Putting nutritional science into action allows us to take control of our health destiny.
January 17th, 2011 at 2:14 pm
thanks for your help.
pls put organics on sale!
January 17th, 2011 at 2:38 pm
I am eating more organic foods, and as little processed foods as possible. I am also cooking more, and eating out less. I already workout all the time, my eating has always been the issues, because I have constantly traded one bad thing for the NEXT bad thing (i.e. sugar for Splenda and Equal). I am now enjoying green tea (and other teas) at least 2x a day without the addition of ANY sweetner. The first day was rough, now, it’s pretty much easy and enjoyable (WHO KNEW!?!?!?) I am also always on the prowl for healthy snacks and meals that I can make myself to satisfy any cravings and also actually provide nutritional value to mine and my family’s diet. And, most of all I am sharing all I am learning with everyone so they can make great choices too! Next up: baking my own bread!
January 17th, 2011 at 4:29 pm
Unfortunately, I started drinking diet soda 30+ yrs ago. I have read several times that drinking diet soda can actually cause weight gain over time. As of Jan 4 I have stopped drinking diet sodas. As a special “treat” I occasionally drink a green tea instead. Mostly though, I have increased my water consumption. I can honestly say I don”t miss my soda at all!
January 17th, 2011 at 8:46 pm
This year I’m recommitting to regain my healthy weight. Last year was full of illnesses and injuries which threw every bit of my life off track and unfortunately threw a few pounds back on.
January 18th, 2011 at 12:41 am
I’ve searched for a fast meal replacement drink that is really satisfying and just discovered the raw meal replacement product from Whole Foods is the solution. Blended with veg juice and some cut up raw vegis, flax seed, whatever, it’s thick, rich and packed with plant protein, low carb, low fat and super satisfying, vegan, gluten free, organic. It totally satisfys my appetite.
January 18th, 2011 at 8:48 am
I am taking away from this podcast a reminder to eat high nutrient foods. It makes perfect sense to me. I am 214 pounds and want to be at a healthier weight this year. So many people are doing the hcg/hc3 diets right now, but I know in my heart my weight loss has to be a lifestyle change. I am happier eating organic foods and I can taste the difference. I read Geneen Roth’s book “Women Food And God” and have been doing her workbook “Why Weight” to deal with reasons for overeating. I do think if I incorporated more nutrient dense foods my overeating and cravings would stop. I would love to win this gift to help me on my journey this year. Good luck to all of us who have commented today, we can do it!!!
January 18th, 2011 at 12:26 pm
I am reading labels and planning my meals so I am prepared and not running through the drive through. I am also making attempt to cut out less processed foods.
January 18th, 2011 at 2:02 pm
I’ve started integrating whole foods into my day, gotten back to the Y, and stopped the unhealthy grazing. Also drinking 8+ glasses water per day for first time in my life. Found your “Health Starts Here” section and can’t wait to start trying recipes!
January 18th, 2011 at 2:17 pm
I’ve started making all of my snacks instead of buying packaged foods. I’ve made granola bars and whole wheat crackers from recipes on the Whole Foods website. They have all been a big hit with the family. I also recently took up boxing! Never saw that coming but I love it and what a workout it is!
January 18th, 2011 at 2:26 pm
I have cut out processed food from my own diet (only allowing myself one meal a week to cheat, usually a piece of pizza) and I am slowly taking it away from my kids lunches. I am cooking at home with whole products. I have done this for almost a month and the results are amazing! I lost 40 lbs two years ago by just cutting my calories and exercising daily. Even though I maintained the weight loss I still didnt feel “healthy”. Now I can say with choosing whole foods over processed that I truly feel HEALTHY!!
January 18th, 2011 at 5:25 pm
Eating locally Sourced food which includes seasonal vegetables and fruits, whole grains and beans
January 18th, 2011 at 6:55 pm
Maintaining a 50 pound weight loss is a challenge indeed…I love huge green salads with arugala, kale, spinach, etc. from Whole Foods Market. My biggest challenge is pressure from family and friends to eat more and to eat the SAD food. I am determined to continue my health education by attending Whole Foods classes, reading health books, asking questions plus by walking on my treadmill daily. Thank you Whole Foods Market for being my by “support partner” and “friend” for over 10 years!
January 19th, 2011 at 9:23 am
I have let my weight get out of control and instead of trying another diet, I am looking to make a lifestyle change this time. I have approximately 170 pounds to lose and am sick of yo-yo dieting. I’m going healthy in 2011!
January 19th, 2011 at 10:27 am
Preparing and cooking organic foods!
January 19th, 2011 at 1:07 pm
Because my health scare last year I decided that this year was going to be the year that I really focus on good health and nutrition. I had already been exercising but I still had some horrible eating habits. One major change which has not been incredibly hard has been eating more fruits, vegetables, and eliminating refined sugars, starches and junk food from my diet. I make sure that at least 70% of my food intake is fruits and veggies and that I only eat hormone free chicken and I also eat fish. If I crave a sweet I snack on hormone free cookies. Because of whole foods I have switched my oil to olive and coconut oil. I find that I have a lot more energy and I have fewer digestive problems.
January 20th, 2011 at 5:52 am
This would help me so much, I am needing to learn how to eat healthier for me to start loosing some weight and to get healthy to feel so much better about myself.
Thank you for the opportunity.
January 20th, 2011 at 9:57 am
This year I have tried to really increase my physical activity by walking on the treadmill. Since I have started I have increased the distance 1/2 a mile per week. I am now walking 2.75 miles per day. I walk 7 days a week. I am also tracking everything I eat in a daily journal. I am a weight watchers member and attend group meetings every Sunday which really helps keep me motivated to keep going. My new motto take one day at a time.
January 20th, 2011 at 12:09 pm
I’ve committed to learning new vegan recipes to build more veggies into my diet, and I’m eating whole foods over processed ones.
January 20th, 2011 at 1:23 pm
ive been eating sugar free or low in sugar foods, have been eating more veggies and fruits, and have been drinking a lot more water. ive also started exercising, right now im just starting off with walking, but want to gradually work up to doing some aerobics
January 20th, 2011 at 2:33 pm
I have given up my regular colas and switched to diet lemonade or water.
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January 20th, 2011 at 4:39 pm
I carefully read all labels now when shopping.
January 20th, 2011 at 4:41 pm
I do not eat at fast food places anymore. I take my healthy meal choices in my lunch than buy out.
January 20th, 2011 at 5:14 pm
I’ve been starting each day with a morning meditation, I have started running 2.5 miles at least 4 days a week with a pilates class once per week. I am also trying to increase my fruit and vegtable intake and decreasing processed sugary snacks.
January 21st, 2011 at 12:40 am
In March I will be a vegetarian for 4 years! This year, I plan to eat only gluten-free foods, and eat less soy (something that I think vegetarians intake too much of!). Instead I have started drinking almond milk, eating more fish, and eating less dairy! I also have been cooking fresh meals at least 4 nights a week (as a college student, this is impressive!).
January 21st, 2011 at 2:55 pm
I have definitely turned towards a diet that includes more whole foods (like the actual food, not the place! But I find getting whole foods is easier at Whole Foods!). I pay attention to lables on the food that I buy that is processed (I really don’t have the time to make whole wheat pancake mix or granola bars, or cereal). I make sure that I recognize all of the ingredients and there are no additional unnecessary items. I also have included more whole grains in my diet–switching from pasta from processed grains to pasta from whole grains. Even though I bring up pasta, I am working towards including more protein in my diet than carbs. Chard is my friend and I love chick peas (garbanzo beans) on my salad along with nuts and dried cranberries. Making sure that I have a variety of items so that I don’t get bored with my choices. Also, when I want something sweet, picking an extra sweet piece of fruit, like strawberries or kiwi and mixing it with a rich greek yogurt. Even mixing in all the flavors first and then freezing the yogurt makes you feel like you are having ice cream.
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One thing I was really bad with was exercise. Even though I walked a lot, I have now started a deliberate walk every day. I also purchased a Wii and have gotten many work out videos so that once I am home, I do not sit down and read a book or turn on the TV, I keep moving. I have found that I sleep better too (sheer exhaustion maybe?
I am hoping that I can shed a few pounds, but mostly just get healthy and feel younger again.
January 21st, 2011 at 6:37 pm
I’m in for the Eat Right America Challenge!!!! Wish me luck!
Thanks
January 22nd, 2011 at 6:56 pm
I am exercising more and eating more whole grains. Plus, we’ve cut all hfcs from our diets.
January 22nd, 2011 at 11:47 pm
Our company does a program for changing to healthier lifestyle with food and exercise. We created out office team to exchange recipes, give motivation and exercise during out break.
January 23rd, 2011 at 12:06 am
I am a married stay at home and homeschooling mom of three. A lot of my day is spent sitting with the kids while they do their schoolwork. I realized that I really needed to do something to get myself in motion and active and change the food I feed not only myself but my family. I have volunteered to coach one of our local “Little Dribblers” teams and that has been wonderful exercise for our whole family. I am also trying to make a local Zumba class a part of my weekly schedule. I struggle when it comes to good, healthy meals for my family that also fit our budget. This us something I am really trying to learn more about and I would appreciate your help!
Blessings,
Christy
January 23rd, 2011 at 10:57 am
I have always eaten A LOT of processed grains and man-made carbohydrates. I have gone gluten-free, and I am focusing on incorporating a greater amount of nonstarchy vegetables for healthy carbohydrates. I am dedicated to eating “square” meals with protein, real carbs, nonstarchy veggies and healthy fats. In the long run, I hope to reach a healthier weight for my body, but for now I just want to improve my eating habits so I can feel better and be healthier! Every time I shop at Whole Foods, I feel re-invigorated and excited about working towards healthy nutrition!
January 23rd, 2011 at 12:04 pm
I am the heaviest I have ever been in my life. It is taking a toll on my health and my enjoyment of life. I am working to make changes–trying to eat low fat vegetarian. My goal is to feel better, get off of my medications, and lose weight. I want to be more active.
January 23rd, 2011 at 7:53 pm
I’m starting my year with a cleanse and then continue with my gluten & dairy free diet with an emphasis on raw food. I’m so excited for what 2011 has to bring with a healthier perspective.
January 24th, 2011 at 7:22 pm
I continue to swim and I have begun training for a 10k. I am hoping to go to the gym 5 times a week and eat healthy.
January 25th, 2011 at 10:24 pm
Great giveaway!
January 26th, 2011 at 10:07 pm
I want to eat only raw foods!
January 27th, 2011 at 12:47 pm
30 years of emotional weight gain and 7 children later, I am making strides in eating right and getting healthy. Getting control of what goes in my mouth has been my priority after the last child went off to college. It is all about me and living well for the next 30 years! Thanks Whole Foods Market for encouraging and educating me in this journey! Your employees and educational material available in the store have helped me immensely!
January 27th, 2011 at 6:53 pm
My family is trying to “eat a rainbow” of fruits and veggies every day. We get stickers for each color we eat.
January 27th, 2011 at 11:34 pm
No question that eating fresh and healthy at your stores is the basic and necessary start to any thoughts of good health and diet. Personally i have the staff at all your stores are well informed and most helpful. It surely is better to have a regular healthy diet than the ups and downs of pill taking and far more tasty! I am happy you are available for me. jane
January 29th, 2011 at 10:08 am
i love your helthy dishes
January 29th, 2011 at 10:49 am
I would love to win this and give to a friend.
January 29th, 2011 at 5:52 pm
I am trying to cut out sweets and added sugars! Realizing I don’t need an afternoon cookie or dessert every night. Hopefully it will help me break my sugar addiction and help me lose weight.
January 30th, 2011 at 9:15 pm
Eating healthy feels great!
January 30th, 2011 at 11:57 pm
trying to eat clean – so eliminated fast food, and trying to stay away from processed foods. so far so good, but this prize would help out immensely!
January 31st, 2011 at 2:55 am
eating more.
March 26th, 2011 at 10:14 am
I have oatmeal for breakfast, sugarless jello for lunch and for dinner I have any kind of lean meat and a salad. If I need to get a sugar high or need a snack, it is fruit. I have lost a total of 20 pounds and stay the weight I use to be.
March 29th, 2011 at 1:36 am
For me healthly eating means doing my part to prevent health related issues such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and altzheimers.
June 30th, 2011 at 1:07 am
According to me,Maintain to health is very important part of our life.So I Always done yoga to maintain my body…
October 21st, 2011 at 11:00 am
I’m 42 years old and approximately 60 lbs. overweight. I have transitioned my family to buying mostly organic and to start living by the whole foods motto. My goal is to lose the 60 lbs. by the summer of 2012 and to train and run in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in October of 2012. I currently have started taking judo classes once a week, and walking everyday, eating whole, raw foods. Once I have lost the first 30 lbs. I will start to run to train for the marathon next year. I greatly appreciate having a store like Whole Foods that can make available everything I need to turn the health of my body around so that I can be here for my family as a husband and a father for many years to come. Thanks Whole Foods!
January 19th, 2012 at 1:17 pm
This year I am sticking to my no soda and no meat goal. I gave up meat 11/11 and I gave up sodas 05/11. It has not been easy and I have had a few slip ups but this year I am sticking to my plan and am finding great ideas for alternatives to both! Thanks Whole Foods!