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Reading DIET REHAB – 28 Days to Finally Stop Craving the Foods That Make You Fat, by Dr. MIKE DOW

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Real Estate Agent with Integrity Real Estate Services 116 SE AVE N, Idabel, OK 74745 141871

foodaddicitonsI am reading several books all serious, non-fiction books, at this time. This morning I started DIET REHAB – 28 Days to Finally Stop Craving the Foods That Make You Fat, by Dr. MIKE DOW who was co-host of FREAKY EATERS.

 

I recently took a food allergy test … without getting too detailed here, I encourage everyone to take the Food Safe Allergy Test. I feel better when I pay attention to the results of that test.

 

While I love salads and healthy foods, there are times that I totally crave a chocolate candy bar, hot rolls fresh out of the oven, etc…

 

Dr. Dow’s book explains that carbohydrates release serotonin, and high-fat foods boosts our dopamine levels. The feel-good chemicals. The same chemicals that antidepressants are able to make available for our brains to use to. Even nicotine lifts dopamine levels.

 

I am looking forward to reading this book. One of my addictions is reading self-help books! Whether it’s health, business, psychology, decorating, or just about anything else, I’m an information hound.

 

My favorite quote from the Introduction to this book, DIET REHAB – 28 Days to Finally Stop Craving the Foods That Make You Fat, by Dr. MIKE DOW is:

 

“I’ve come to see that food addictions are not a problem of willpower or greed. They are a matter of brain chemistry and needing something in your life. The secret to overcoming them is not self-deprivation or self-blame –it’s balancing your brain chemistry with foods and activities that boost the feel-good chemicals you need.”

 

 

Comments (9)

TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

 Good Sunday morning Judi. I will need to read this book myself as I do have cravings especially in the evening.

Oct 24, 2015 08:27 PM
1~Judi Barrett
Integrity Real Estate Services 116 SE AVE N, Idabel, OK 74745 - Idabel, OK
BS Ed, Integrity Real Estate Services -IDABEL OK

Good morning Michael!  I'm so glad you found the post helpful! I will be posting more about it, as I go through it.  Thank you for stopping by.  I think we all have cravings, mine are in the evenings too.

Oct 24, 2015 08:32 PM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

Sounds like a good book.  I like the logic here a lot.

Oct 24, 2015 08:46 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I think this book might be what I need, Judi.

Oct 24, 2015 09:42 PM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Good Sunday morning Judi K Barrett -

My wife is dealing with food allergies and it really bites.  Our diet has drastically changed due to it.

Oct 24, 2015 10:16 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I love cheese though I can't say I crave it but will migrate to dishes that have cheese in them. I would like to know more about this strategy.

Oct 25, 2015 08:23 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Judi= Larry and I have been watching our carbs so it's been hard for me.  We have one cheat day a week which makes it better.  

Oct 25, 2015 11:03 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I really need to cut back on the snacks and the happy hour drinks that add so many calories.

Oct 26, 2015 11:59 PM
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

All packaged man made Carbs take a toll on our bodies ! Three years ago I watched the pounds fall off by saying NO to seconds  AND eliminating two food favorites from my diet - Bread  and Ice Cream !

Feb 26, 2016 10:02 PM