The
area of greatest confusion in the field of nutrition is the
failure to properly
understand the symptoms that follow the commencement of a more healthy
diet.
A
better nutritional program is the introduction of higher quality foods
in
place of lower quality ones.
When
the quality of the food coming into the body is of higher quality than
the
tissues, the body begins to discard the lower grade materials to make
room for
the superior, which it uses to create healthier tissues.
In
some, but not all cases, there may be some temporary physical
discomfort associated
with the release and removal of these materials.
This
process includes the elimination of toxins from the body. Before these toxins reach their final
destination, they register in our awareness as physical discomfort.
Typically,
within a few days the symptoms will disappear.
The
toxins being discarded are saving you from more serious ailments, which
will
result if they remain in your body much longer. Recognize that these
events are
constructive, even though mildly unpleasant for the moment. The
symptoms are
part of a cleansing process.
Drinking
the proper amount of water can reduce or even eliminate these symptoms
entirely. The cleansing process does not affect some people at all ...
if you
are, STICK WITH IT - IT IS WORTH THE EFFORT!
Overcoming
Hurdles
As
you begin eating healthier, your body may need time to adjust to new
amounts
and types of foods. Most dieters don’t have any problems. They simply
notice
how much better they feel. But, as with any weight-loss plan, you may
encounter
an occasional bump in the road. These are some common problems
experienced by
any dieter and solutions.
*Energy
- Sometimes when you’re on a diet, you may feel more tired as your body
adjusts
to less calories.
Solution: Eat every meal
on time. Don’t skip
meals, be
sure you are following your program
as outlined and get
plenty of rest.
*Hunger
- Occasionally, you may feel more hungry. Are
you really hungry or just craving certain
foods? Are you eating the right amount of protein for your body’s needs?
*Regularity
- Do you have a change in your digestive functions? Is the problem
constipation?
Solution: Try taking a
fiber supplement
each day and drinking
the proper amount of
water.
Remember,
all of these symptoms should be temporary, and will most likely go away
as your
body becomes accustomed to your new and healthier diet!
