Eating disorders among human population includes anorexia and bulimia. In anorexia the victim abstain from food in order to reduce his perceived weight problem while in bulimia the victim eats too much to gain weight after which he finds ways to vomit the excess food and gain some relief. These conditions are caused by low self-esteem, stress and a desire to fit into a group or win acceptance of peers and friends. Everyone has love and esteem needs but the victims of these disorders carry their own desires to extreme levels. They seek fulfillment at the expense of their health.
The following steps outline the strategies to gain freedom from these disorders:
1. Accept yourself as you really are. Know that you are very unique in all things, therefore do not compare yourself with anyone.
II. Get busy with activities that will benefit yourself and others. This will help you to think less about yourself
iii. Decide in your mind that you will be happy everyday and keep your promise.
iv. Purpose in your heart that you will not overeat or under eat as the case may be.
v. Know in your heart that there is no ideal shape, weight, or fashion. The so-called standards for judging these attributes are always changing. Why then do you need to worry yourself about such things whose standards of assessment keep on changing?
vi Use the principle of auto-suggestion by repeating the following affirmations in front of your mirror early in the morning everyday:
"I am feeling great, spirit soul and body. I am created in the image of God who is perfect in all respect. I am created perfect. My weight is the best for me, i am of the right shape. I am created beautiful. In all my activities today everyone shall see the radiance of God's beauty and glory in me and they shall praise my heavenly father"
vii. The exercise should be performed with absolute faith that it will work
Friday, March 27, 2009
Saturday, March 21, 2009
KEEPING HEALTHY- THE NATURAL WAY
It is commonly said that prevention is better than cure. This statement is very true because taking steps to prevent diseases is far cheaper than allowing the disease condition to come before seeking help.
Microorganisms present in our environments generally cause diseases. These microbes produce toxins, which poison our system leading to the disease symptoms.
Another factor that leads to disease condition is poor nutrition. When you are not able to obtain the required nutrients in the right amount, the tendency is for the body to operate below the most efficient level, as the body will not be able to resist most of the common diseases around.
In addition, physical and emotional stress has been identified as being responsible, in many cases for the observable symptoms. Low self-esteem, loss of hope and general frustrations, all combine to produce anxiety and mental stress which usually have a negative effects on general well-being. No matter the causes of the disease, preventive measures, using nature’s principles and techniques have been found to be very effective and cheaper.
How then can we go about preventing diseases using natural methods?
Firstly, it is important to make sure that our food contains the important nutrients such as proteins, fats and oils, minerals and vitamins. It is known for instance, that adequate nutrition can give the body some level of resistance against disease such as tuberculosis, common cold, anemia, sore throat, etc. No pills or drugs can effectively substitute for natural foods such as fruits and vegetables which are very common around us. The foods and vegetables should not be over-cooked to prevent the nutrients from being denatured and rendered useless. The foods should also be prepared in the most hygienic environment to prevent contaminations.
Apart from nutrition, I strongly believe that each and every one of us should have a religious/spiritual experience that can brighten our outlook about life and thus give us the hope of achievement, even though things are difficult at present. To be able to obtain this experience, it is important to hear and meditate on the primary messages of our faith. Reading the religious books and fellowshipping with other brethren will be of immense benefits. In addition, thought discipline and adequate rest are important. Avoid any condition that produces guilt, regrets and depression. Any thought that will not produce hope and confidence should be rejected and substituted immediately with a thought of hope and goodness.
It is my firm belief that if these simple steps are followed, we shall be able to live a healthy life at the cheapest cost.
Microorganisms present in our environments generally cause diseases. These microbes produce toxins, which poison our system leading to the disease symptoms.
Another factor that leads to disease condition is poor nutrition. When you are not able to obtain the required nutrients in the right amount, the tendency is for the body to operate below the most efficient level, as the body will not be able to resist most of the common diseases around.
In addition, physical and emotional stress has been identified as being responsible, in many cases for the observable symptoms. Low self-esteem, loss of hope and general frustrations, all combine to produce anxiety and mental stress which usually have a negative effects on general well-being. No matter the causes of the disease, preventive measures, using nature’s principles and techniques have been found to be very effective and cheaper.
How then can we go about preventing diseases using natural methods?
Firstly, it is important to make sure that our food contains the important nutrients such as proteins, fats and oils, minerals and vitamins. It is known for instance, that adequate nutrition can give the body some level of resistance against disease such as tuberculosis, common cold, anemia, sore throat, etc. No pills or drugs can effectively substitute for natural foods such as fruits and vegetables which are very common around us. The foods and vegetables should not be over-cooked to prevent the nutrients from being denatured and rendered useless. The foods should also be prepared in the most hygienic environment to prevent contaminations.
Apart from nutrition, I strongly believe that each and every one of us should have a religious/spiritual experience that can brighten our outlook about life and thus give us the hope of achievement, even though things are difficult at present. To be able to obtain this experience, it is important to hear and meditate on the primary messages of our faith. Reading the religious books and fellowshipping with other brethren will be of immense benefits. In addition, thought discipline and adequate rest are important. Avoid any condition that produces guilt, regrets and depression. Any thought that will not produce hope and confidence should be rejected and substituted immediately with a thought of hope and goodness.
It is my firm belief that if these simple steps are followed, we shall be able to live a healthy life at the cheapest cost.
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