This diet is specific in that the carbohydrates are predominantly single sugars – those found in fruit, honey, properly made yoghurt and certain vegetables. Complex sugars are avoided as they overly nourish the wrong intestinal microorganisms which are involved in the vicious cycle of many intestinal disorders.

Multiple studies show that, after 5 years, 90% of people end up weighing 15% more than when they started. This in spite of knowing the differences between healthy unprocessed foods and the energy dense alternatives. The increased risks of high blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol problems, a sluggish liver and gall bladder, heart disease and strokes are also well known facts. And the popular media pounds us with images of slim looking people.

Which brings me back to the title of this article. What motivates or drives you to make changes in your life? Because unless you are really clear, excuses will cause any changes to fall by the wayside…and you certainly won’t get to be a successful contestant in life, or reality TV shows!

A moderate amount of spices cooked with your food can do wonders for your digestion. Lots of my clients have benefitted from adding spices to their food. Spices such as curries and ginger can be thought of as a wake up call to your gut. They stimulate the production of digestive enzymes and chemicals to help you more effectively digest your food. And they can certainly give your taste buds a treat.

The Festive Season is over for another year. If you are like many people, you probably had more to eat and drink than usual! However those memories have now faded and you may again be starting to wonder about enjoying great food and company at a favourite restaurant.

Which brings me to our special offer. Dalia and I would like to say “thank you” for your support over the last 12 months and have arranged for you to enjoy a complimentary main course up to the value of $30 at our favourite local Chinese restaurant.

You can boost your energy levels and enjoyment of life by eating an apple because it is really like taking a big preventive pill without the bad taste! Why would you want to deliberately increase your risk of joining the increasing numbers of Australians who are suffering from obesity, high blood pressure , diabetes , osteoporosis and arthritis when an apple a day will go a long way to preventing it?