Karen Spencer

The Importance of Having a Strong "WHY" If you are eating a Proper Human Diet (PHD) or even considering adopting this lifestyle, having a strong "WHY" can help keep you on track. A "WHY" is the deep personal reason or core purpose that drives lasting lifestyle change. Here are some common motivations: More Energy: Many people seek a diet that provides sustained energy throughout the day. Longevity: A commitment to health can lead to a longer, healthier life. Family: Improving health can...

When you're feeling stressed, your breathing often becomes fast and shallow. Slowing your breath tells your nervous system that you're safe, helping reduce stress and promote relaxation. 1. Box Breathing (2–5 minutes) Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds Hold your breath for 4 seconds Exhale slowly through your mouth for 4 seconds Hold for 4 seconds Repeat 5–10 times. Benefits: Reduces stress, improves focus, and calms the nervous system. 2. 4-6 Relaxation Breathing (3–5 minutes) Inhale...

I began gaining weight around the age of 8. I wasn't a super heavy child but I was heavier than most of my classmates. By high school I weighed over 200 pounds. By that time, I had tried low fat diet, soup diet, cabbage soup diet and calorie counting. In the 11th grade I began going to Nutri System. I lost 60 pounds on Nutri System and actually kept it off for a few years. My 20's, 30's, and 40's were just more years of yo-yo dieting. I would lose a few, gain even more. I tried juicing,...