Problem: Article: Many health professionals recommend taking at least 20 minutes to eat your meal. This gives your body enough time to feel satisfied which may help you pass up on additional servings. The 20 minute rule comes from the fact that it takes about 20 30 minutes for food to travel from your stomach to your intestine. It's here that your intestines send a variety of chemical signals to your brain that it's satisfied and had enough food. If you eat faster than that 20 minutes, you're more likely to eat more than you need and eat until the point you're feeling too full. Try setting a timer or watching the clock to help you meet that 20 minute guideline. Drink a few sips of water between bites, put down your fork or talk to friends and family members to help slow you down. Chewing your food thoroughly and taking your time with each bite is an important part of mindful eating and can help you feel more satisfied with a smaller portion. Take your time with each bite. As you chew think about the flavors, the textures and the smells of the food. Use as many senses as you can to analyze each little bite of your meal. The concentration on your food and each bite can increase your satisfaction and let your brain enjoy the meal. When you take big bites and don't chew well, your brain doesn't get any signals of enjoyment or satisfaction which can cause you to eat more. Many people will try to restrict foods or strictly limit treats for a diet or to aim for better health. However, overly restricting your diet can backfire. Remember, the body can not and will not naturally lose (or gain) weight quickly. Changing your diet drastically, eating very few calories or limiting many foods isn't a healthy way of eating. Never allowing yourself a treat or special indulgence can lead to overeating of that food or binge like behavior down the road. Schedule in a special treat or indulgence every now and again. It can be once a week, twice a week or every Friday night. Find a schedule that works for you and that can keep you at the healthy weight you desire.
Summary: Take 20 30 minutes to eat your meal. Take your time chewing your food. Do not restrict your meals or foods.

Problem: Article: You need to be as healthy as possible going into the surgery. This includes even minor illnesses like a cold or the flu. If you have a fever, coughing, or a stuffy nose before surgery, tell your doctor so she can evaluate if you are healthy enough for the procedure. During the two weeks before your surgery, avoid spending time with people who have the flu or a cold. Wash your hands frequently, especially after shaking hands with people, being in public, or before preparing food. If it is cold or flu season, ask your doctor if you should avoid crowds of people and public transportation. Avoiding crowds may help you reduce your chances of getting exposed to something. . If you smoke, you will need to stop at least two weeks before the procedure. Not only does smoking damage your heart, but it can complicate your surgery. It may cause: Blood clots Breathing difficulties A bacterial infection in your mouth can increase the risk that you could have bacteria in your blood which might cause an infection. Tell your doctor: What procedures you have scheduled When they are scheduled Why you need the procedures. Your doctor may have advice about when to get the procedures done. If you are having elective valve surgery, you should have most elective dental work done before surgery. If you will have major dental surgery, you will usually have to take antibiotics with the dental procedure. . It is natural to be worried about undergoing heart surgery; however, the physiological changes that your body goes through when under stress are also an additional burden to your heart. You can ease your stress by: Talking to your doctor to learn as much as you can about the procedure you will have. Successful heart surgeries are performed every day. You may find it reassuring to research the success rates. Contact your hospital to ask if they have information on your particular procedure, such as how long it is expected to take, how long you will be in the hospital, and the mortality rate or likelihood of complications. Ask your doctor what will happen if you don't get the surgery. Use relaxation techniques. These methods can help you to control your emotions and reduce stress. You can try deep breathing exercises, meditation, visualizing calming images, and progressively tensing and relaxing the different muscle groups throughout your body. Consult your doctor before starting any new physical activities to make sure your doctor feels that it will be safe for you. Depending on your condition, this could include even mild forms of exercise such as taking walks or doing yoga.
Summary: Avoid exposure to illnesses. Quit smoking Tell your doctor about any dental work you need to have. Manage stress

Problem: Article: Don't over mix.
Summary: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt and brown sugar. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg and melted butter until the mixture becomes smooth. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture and stir it all together until it's just combined. Add the zucchini to the mixture and stir to evenly distribute it. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.

Problem: Article: These types of containers are usually divided into several compartments, which makes it extremely easy to sort your LEGOs and keep them separated. You can store the boxes on shelves or tables, but they're also portable, which makes them ideal for taking LEGOs on the go. A tool, tackle, or craft box works best for a small collection. If you have many pieces to hold, you may need multiple boxes. Avoid boxes with removable dividers because they are usually flimsy, and your LEGOs may end getting mixed together when you move the box around. The containers used to hold dry pasta, loose cereal, and other food items can work well for holding LEGOs, and because they're usually clear, you'll be able to see exactly what's inside each canister. You can also easily fit them on shelves, bookcase, and other furniture. If you have old Tupperware or other food storage containers that you'd like to recycle, they can work well for small collections of LEGOs too. When you're short on space, a hanging shoe organizer is an ideal option for LEGOs because you can make use of wall or door space. The organizer's pockets make it easy to keep your sorted bricks and pieces separated, and the clear plastic allows you to see what's inside.
Summary:
Use a tool, tackle, or craft box. Use kitchen canisters. Use a shoe organizer.