Our current culture blames obesity on various things: too much TV, too little will power, soft drinks, and carbohydrates.  Individuals are held responsible for their overweight, even though our system spits out overweight people 50% of the time.  Obesity is a national public health epidemic and successful solutions treat it as such.

Using the most current research on obesity as a foundation, we'll explore all the available solutions and treatments.  Our topics will range from learning to be happy with your weight to gastric banding.  And everything in between.  We'll talk about sunlight, sleep, and vitamins.  We'll re-organize your kitchen, your pantry, your shopping list, and your food systems.  We'll discuss the effect of advertising on body weight and self-image.  We'll talk about fat-soluble compounds and leptin.  We'll finally figure out who is right: the low-calorie camp or the low-carb camp.  We'll create a yoga routine that fits into your real life.  We'll cook together, shop together, and eat together.

The most common misconception about weight loss is the time frame.  We live in an instant gratification culture and weight loss takes a long time.  Right off the bat, we're disappointed when our weight loss isn't quick.  Plan on taking a full year to lose 50 pounds.  Read more...