Beyond the basics of consuming qual-
ity whole foods, here are some tips for you to restore proper hormone balance and lose weight:
1. Restore Spleen Qi by reducing food intake. There is the saying of “eat to ¾’s full and walk away.” Also damp foods like sugar, dairy and damaged fats should avoided.
2. Always eat warm or lightly cooked foods. This may be counter to the “raw food” concept but the energy of the spleen can transform food easier if it is closer to body temperature. You will absorb more nutrients and therefore need less food to satisfy you.
3. Rest and sleep will help repair damaged Kidney Qi. Actually studies show that those who sleep more are less obese and maintain weight easier. The kidney qi is closely related to adrenal function and has the ability to control cortisol, a blood sugar regulating hormone.
4. Exercise should be gentle but consistent. It’s not about intensity as much as it is about keeping the qi and blood circulat- ing. A nice brisk walk 4-5 times per week could be more beneficial than 3 intense weight sessions.
5. Meditate regularly to control stress. When your body is under stress, besides damaging cortisol, as mentioned, you will also throw the other hormones such as estrogen out of balance. Imbalances in the sex hormones will definitely lead to weight gain and will be more well- balanced when you relax and the adrenals stop “stealing” the other hormones.
Submitted by Kenneth Hoffman
D.Ac (RI),
L.Ac. (CT) CCH, Doctor of Acupuncture and a specialist in Natural Medical Care. He com- pleted a 4 year Chinese medical school pro- gram with an internship at St John’s Riverside Hospital in Yonkers, NY. He has performed more than 18,000 acupuncture treatments on over 7,000 patients since starting his practice which has now grown into the busiest clinic of its kind in the state of Connecticut. The system of Medicine he has founded, Integra- tive Natural Medicine, is a unique blend of his years of experience and combines the best of eastern medicine and modern functional medical sciences. He is the host of the local radio show, “The Natural Medicine Connec- tion” on 800 AM WLAD. It is the only show of its kind in Fairfield County focused on an integrative holistic approach to health. He is also co-author of the book “Essential Rem- edies for Women’s Health” a compendium of healthy advice and information specifically for women’s issues. See ad on page 15.
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