#4: Detox. Avoid chemicals in food, water and anything that you would put on or in the body. Chemicals and heavy metals will often attach to organ and gland receptor sites, blocking absorption of key nutrients. Toxic halogens such as fluoride, chloride and bromide are very common in our water and food and are harmful to the thyroid and pineal gland. Toxic halogens are of the same molecular weight as Iodine, a halogen necessary for proper thyroid function, and accumulate on receptor sites at the thyroid gland, blocking absorption of Iodine.
Another group of toxins called xeno-estrogens often cause hormonal imbalances that can not only make weight loss difficult, but increase the risk of certain types of cancers. Xeno-estrogens are extremely powerful 'estrogen mimickers' and block the absorption of natural estrogens necessary for hormone balance and reproductive health. Estrogen mimickers are widely found in our food and water supply, in household cleaners and personal care products like lotions, detergents and makeup.
Heavy metals such as nickel, aluminum, and mercury accumulate in our bodies through our dental work as either white 'composite' or silver 'amalgam' fillings. These metals often 'bleed' over time and suppress the parathyroid and thyroid function.
Radiation exposure is very common through repeated exposure to x-ray or CT scan procedures and new 'backscatter' x-ray devices at most airports. Even low levels of radiation build up in the sensitive organ and gland tissues and can cause powerful disruptions in their function.
Other toxins include parasites, and hidden infections in the form of 'bio-films', nano-bacteria, and mycoplasmic infections are very common and can disrupt normal function of all organs and glands in the body.
Simply put, toxins must be removed in order for organs and glands to function properly.
Prior to any detoxification program, is important that the kidneys and liver are clean and efficient, and the digestion and 'gut' system are healthy. Time must be taken to support and cleanse all detox organs before attempting to dislodge chemicals, infections and other toxins from their resting sites. Skipping this step can cause more harm than good.
Many toxins are stored in the fat cells. As fat cells shrink, the toxins stored in the fat are released into the blood stream to be filtered by the liver. Supporting healthy organ function reduces any 'detox' effects of fat loss.
Be sure to stay properly hydrated during any detox program. The minimum intake for a healthy individual is half your body weight in ounces of water per day. More may be needed during a detox program to keep the lymph system moving properly. Purified water is best. Avoid sodas (especially diet sodas), energy drinks, and anything artificially sweetened as these fluid choices often lead to more weight gain in the long run. Fruit juices should be avoided all together if there is a metabolic issue such as insulin or leptin resistance.
#5: Let Go of Destructive Thought Patterns. Even beyond the 4 basic emotional concepts of not being able to:
~ be healthy
~ do whatever it takes to be healthy
~ love self
~ be loved by others...
there are many other destructive thought patterns that can sabotage any weight loss or fitness program. Some of these concepts that may test 'strong' or 'true' at the subconscious level are:
~ If I lose weight, then I'm afraid I will gain it back...
~ If I lose weight, then my face will look older...
~ If I lose weight, then I'll have to exercise, and I hate exercise...
~ If I lose weight, then I may have to stand up for myself...
~ If I lose weight, then I might find out I'm not any happier...
~ If I lose weight, then I won't have the power of a big presence...
~ If I lose weight, then I won't have the fat as a protection from others...
~ If I lose weight, then I might be too attractive and attract the wrong person and that scares me...
It is important that any destructive belief based in fear is acknowledged and released or 'processed'. Often, people are unaware of any such deeply held fear or belief. ERT is very useful tool in identifying the thought pattern or belief so it can be acknowledged and released. EVOX Perception Reframing Therapy is very effective at releasing unhealthy subconscious beliefs. Once the negative thought patterns are released, acts of self-care and self-love come naturally. Losing weight, eating health, exercising, and healthy life choices become effortless and do not need a lot of thought to achieve.
#6: Exercise. Keep moving. Exercise boosts mood, promotes blood and lymph flow, healthy sleep / wake cycles and regulates metabolism to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight. Be sure to find a variety of activities you enjoy so there is a low risk of boredom. Walking is a great form of exercise. Walking in nature is simple, requires little effort, and gives the mind a break from work or hectic schedules.
Exercise should be fun. If it's not fun... then that's a good sign that there might be a destructive subconscious belief at work... refer to #5.
Life is really all about choices. We get to create our lives and our health based on the choices we make each day. Choose to love yourself, forgive others, and create space for the life you want by letting go of what you don't want. Energetically, anything that is dysfunctional or destructive takes up space... space that something functional and 'life-giving or life-enhancing' could be inhabiting if you would just let go of the dysfunction. Be open to learning the 'lessons' the dysfunction or chaos is trying to teach you, and then let go of the chaos by making changes in your life. There's something better waiting for you if you will make that choice. Lessons always repeat themselves until you learn and change. It is actually YOU who holds all the power to creating the life you want!