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Knowledge is power, and the more you know about your sign and yourself, the more you will have the tools of advantage for your sustained success. How many times have you started new healthy living habits only to stop and feel like giving up? The trick is to teach your mind to concentrate on new habits first, and your body will follow with gratitude and a greater sense of wellbeing. Approaching new weight loss techniques and healthy habits is a gift to yourself. You are giving more to yourself, not less, so don’t feel deprived in doing what’s best for yourself. Here are the 12 astrological signs and characteristics to think about when starting a weight loss or exercise program.
ARIES (21 March-20 April)

General: An Aries loves competitive sports and working up a good sweat. Burning calories should not be a problem for you. Include plenty of whole grains in your diet for sustained energy and lots of fresh fruits and veggies, and try to slow your rushed eating habits. Replenish your electrolytes with sports drinks, and always drink plenty of water to flush out the toxins.

Women: You tend to start a diet with great enthusiasm, but unless you lose weight fast you soon give up your diet and move on to something new even maybe another diet. Your have a need for excitement, which attracts you to fad diets and weight loss gimmicks. Your dislike of restrictions and your impulsive nature makes it difficult for you to stick to a diet and exercise plan long enough for you to lose weight.

Weight loss for you can be extremely successful if you apply your many positive qualities. The love of a challenge and your great desire to succeed will make sticking to your diet and exercise plan easy. Your interest in your health and appearance makes obesity unacceptable. Your strong willpower can lead to easy weight loss. But weight loss can be difficult for you when you allow your negative side to take over. You tend to start diets regularly but your lack of staying power means you rarely stick with your diet plan for long. Low calorie diets and promises of fast weight loss appeal to you but in the long term, prevents you from losing weight.

Your weight loss potential is excellent and you can achieve the impossible! If obesity has been a long-term problem, your strong desire to succeed and your enormous willpower makes sticking with your weight loss program easy.  Avoid the temptation to try every new diet you hear about.

Men:  The idea of going on a weight loss diet will not appeal to you. You dislike restrictions, which make sticking to any diet program difficult. You are an enthusiastic starter of new projects but quickly get bored. You have many positive qualities, which makes weight loss fast and easy. You are fiercely competitive and have clear goals. You take the initiative and start a weight loss diet and exercise program as soon as you see the first bit of fat appear!

Exercise is not a problem for you. Your weight loss program should include plenty of strenuous exercise. Competitive sport, risky physical activities such as mountaineering or motor racing, boxing, wrestling or martial arts also appeal to you.

You should choose a weight loss plan that includes plenty of spicy, strong-flavored foods. You need a diet that provides plenty of high-energy carbohydrates. You don’t have a sweet tooth, but your energetic nature means you burn calories fast so be sure to snack on plenty of fruit throughout the day.  Once you make up your mind to go on a diet, give yourself a clear goal. Decide how much weight you want to lose and when you want to lose it. To prevent boredom, make sure your diet includes a variety of healthy foods.
TAURUS (21 April-20 May)
General: You love to indulge in rich foods. Easy and regular exercise is best for you. Start with a stretch and a walk before eating a delicious breakfast of fresh fruits, yogurt, and low-fat granola. Stay low-fat, low sugar, and low starch with wheat germ in your smoothies, plenty of seafood, and fresh salads. Avoid rich sauces, luxury desserts and sweets.  Burning calories through bodybuilding and lifting weights will add definition.

Women:  A sensible diet plan suits you best. You are not attracted to fad diets. Typically you will not lose weight fast as you have a slow metabolism and dislike exercise but following a diet plan comes easy to you. You have enormous patience to stick with your weight loss program and lose fat even when your weight loss is slow. Your main strength is patience. You will stick with your diet and exercise program no matter how long it takes you to lose weight.

Sometimes because of your dislike for change you can make it difficult for yourself to change to a healthy diet and exercise program. If you are obese it is the result of a combination of things – a sweet tooth, a slow metabolism, a love of rich food and wine and a self-indulgent streak! And to make matters worse…YOU dislike exercise.

When you overcome your dislike of change weight loss can be successful. A weight loss diet that is too experimental is not for you. You do not expect to lose weight fast and your patience means you are happy with a steady but regular fat loss despite your slow metabolism.

Men: You have several problems when it comes to weight loss. You love rich, sweet food, you have a slow metabolism and you dislike strenuous exercise! Weight loss is also made difficult because of your determination to hold on to fixed ideas. A new diet plan is viewed with suspicion, as are all things new.

Your greatest asset is your refusal to let anything get the better of you! Weight loss is one area where your stubborn nature works in your favor. You are patient, well organized and methodical, all qualities necessary to ensure success.

Any form of exercise will help speed up a slow metabolism. A combined diet and exercise plan is important. YOU prefer gentle exercise like walking, golfing, bowling and horse back riding. You are not bored by exercise machines at the gym and you love gardening and can burn 500 calories an hour mowing the lawn!

A very low calorie or fad diet is not for you. You love food and you should choose a diet plan that does not leave yourself hungry. You have a tendency to overeat and hunger only leads to binge eating. Whole-wheat breads and cereals, apples, grapes, pears and berries are all good for you.

Don’t be afraid of change…embrace it! Choose a healthy diet plan that allows you plenty of food. Set yourself a realistic goal knowing that, with your great patience and perseverance, you will reach it.

GEMINI (21 May-21 June)
General: Weight gain is usually not a problem. Taking the time to eat the right foods is more of a challenge to you than overindulging. Try eating or juicing plenty of raw vegetables to keep your active nervous system balanced and your skin glowing. Cook up some wild rice for variety, and add plenty of calcium to your diet to keep your bones strong. Cut down on caffeine.

Women: You are the lucky ones when it comes to diet and weight loss. You have a fast metabolism, which means you burn calories quickly and, as result, lose weight fast. You love change, so starting a new diet plan will not bother you. However, you do want fast weight loss and quickly get bored with a diet that does not produce rapid results. Since quick weight loss (i.e. fat loss) is an illusion, this can cause you problems!

You have many positive qualities that help you to diet. The number one being you love change and a new diet will inspire you to lose weight. Your optimistic nature means that once you know how to lose weight you will embrace the idea and expect to succeed. You will not be fooled by fad diets and promises of instant weight loss. But your fickle nature can make sticking to a diet very difficult. The impractical side of you will find it hard to cope with a diet plan that is too complicated.

Your weight loss potential is excellent provided you can curb your impatience. Once you make a serious commitment to a weight loss diet and exercise program you quickly lose weight.

Men: The greatest weight loss problem facing you is your need for fast action and quick results. Unless you lose weight fast you quickly get bored and move on to something else. Sticking to a weight loss plan is not easy especially when you have lots of nervous energy and a fickle, non-committal attitude to life. Your dislike for regimentation will cause you to rebel against a diet plan that is too strict.

Your fast metabolism means you can burn calories faster than other signs. You enjoy new things and will embrace a new diet and exercise plan with enthusiasm. You can do two things at once! Following a weight loss diet and exercise plan at the same time, as pursuing a high-flying career is not a problem. For fast weight loss and good health, vigorous daily exercise is essential. You need an outlet for your nervous energy. Fast moving sports like running, squash, cycling, skiing are all good. Aerobic exercise is particularly important for your lungs.

You like instant food so keep plenty of healthy canned, packaged and frozen foods handy. To lose weight successfully, take time to choose a diet plan that suits your lifestyle which is generally to set yourself several short term weight loss goals – not long-term ones.

CANCER (22 June-22 July)

General: You love your sweets! And emotional mood shifts make you want to overindulge. Include lots of lean protein in fish and chicken as well as steamed veggies in your diet. Swimming, skating, and skiing are your favorite outlets for activity and losing weight. You do well with workout videos in the comfort of your own home. Remember to avoid too much salt, and choose plenty of variety within the cabbage family.

Women: You can spend years worrying about your obesity problem but rarely do you take immediate action to find a good diet and exercise program. You are great cooks and good planners, so a varied diet with interesting recipes ensures you lose weight so dieting is never boring.  Fad diets are not for you. For successful weight loss, patience is your greatest asset. Once you get started on a diet and exercise program you are tenacious and will hang in there until you lose fat and get fit.  But weight loss is difficult for you especially since you love to feed yourselves and others! Your diet plan may get in the way of your desire to feed your family and friends. You are set in your ways so a diet and exercise program that disrupts your routine will not work. Sticking to a diet can be difficult when you get moody and have a tendency to eat for comfort.

Weight loss potential is excellent if you allow new ideas into your life. Check out a number of diet plans, find a diet to suit your lifestyle and go for it!

Men:  Weight loss can be difficult for you because you love food and may even work in the food industry. You are extremely sensitive and can suffer from eating disorders. You spend more time worrying about your weight than finding a weight loss diet plan that might solve your problem. You are a great hoarder and cling to your past, which makes it difficult for you to give up the rich desserts and creamy cakes your mother, feeds you!

But your greatest strength is your tenacious nature. Once you start a diet and exercise plan you keep going until you reach your goal. You are also patient, well organized and very capable. Vigorous exercise will not only help you lose weight but will also put you in a happier mood! You are not particularly energetic but love anything to do with water, so rowing, sailing, swimming, surfing are all good forms of exercise.

A diet plan that encourages you to eat regular meals and snacks is best. Worry and stress can cause ulcers and other stomach problems so regular eating is important. You are a great cook so choose a diet plan that includes plenty of interesting recipes. Use your extraordinary imagination to visualize how you are going to look and feel when you reach your weight loss goal.

LEO (23 July-22 August)

General: You prefer rich food and drink. However, most of you stay motivated to keep physically fit by joining exercise classes or going to the gym. Becoming an exercise trainer yourself fits you to a tee. Tennis, sports, and dancing are fun for you, too. Avoid calorie-rich fast foods, and include plenty of wholesome foods to your daily diet. You have good recuperative power and vitality. Keep your surroundings harmonious for top results.

Women: You are drawn to fad diets, weight loss gimmicks and promises of fast weight loss. You like everything you do to be exciting and that’s why the newest diet or weight loss program will grab your attention. When it comes to weight loss, your best asset is your enthusiasm and desire to succeed. You have very high standards and need to remember that weight loss is not about being perfect. A diet and exercise plan that gives some freedom is best.

Successful weight loss depends on good organization and planning, which you are excellent at both. You will not only plan your own diet and exercise program you’re your family and friends weight loss programs as well! Your enthusiasm and high standards will not allow you to give up your diet program easily.  But weight loss can be difficult for the over-enthusiastic who may choose a fad diet or a very low calorie diet, which is impossible to stick to. Your have a need for excitement, which can prevent you from choosing a healthy, balanced diet.  A bad day can mean you get very upset when you go off your diet and consume extra calories.

Your desire to lead and take control of your life makes sticking to a diet and exercise plan easy. However you need to choose a weight loss plan that allows you to socialize and entertain. When you can choose a diet plan that suits your lifestyle, when you curb your impatience and over-enthusiasm, then weight loss is not a problem.

Men: You start your weight loss and exercise program with great enthusiasm. However, unless you achieve rapid weight loss you quickly give up. Even an occasional break from your diet plan will upset you. You may choose a very low calorie diet or a fad diet. You stubborn nature and belief that you know best often stops you from taking good advice.  You love to be loved so your desire to look good makes weight loss important to you. You take great pride in everything you do and will pay great attention to the details of you diet plan. Your outlook on life is positive and happy and most diet setbacks are temporary.  Your main problem with exercise is you have a tendency to overdo it. The heart is of special importance to you, so regular aerobic exercise is vital for health as well as weight loss. You enjoy team sports, but only if you are the captain! Tennis, running, martial arts, dancing and diving all appeal to you.

You should eat a low-fat diet plan, which includes lots of vegetables. Although you want to lose weight fast, you should resist the temptation to start fad diets or very low calorie programs.  When you start a diet, don’t try to be perfect. Set yourself realistic goals, allow yourself some bad days, and try to be patient.

VIRGO (23 August-22 September)
General: Use your keen, discriminating senses to have more control. Regular exercise is generally no problem for you, but not chewing your food thoroughly could cause intestinal distress. Fresh garlic, herbs, yogurt, and plenty of fibre helps keep things moving smoothly. Try not to be distracted while you eat. Full-body workouts are best for you. You are known for being the natural healer.

Women: Your desire for perfection makes it difficult for you to stick to a weight loss diet plan. One bad day can put you off! However, your practicality and attention to detail makes successful weight control possible. You have high energy levels so a weight loss program should include a regular exercise routine that will burn calories quickly and reduce fat.  You care about good health and will choose a sensible weight loss diet. Fad diets or celebrity diets are not for you. Your desire to be perfect will ensure relatively fast weight loss and long term weight control.  But, weight loss can be difficult because you are never quite happy with yourself. You expect too much, so unless you lose weight fast and your diet and exercise plan is perfect, you give up. Your desire to lose weight may cause you to cut corners. You may reduce calories too much in order to lose fat fast and end up binge eating because you are so hungry.

When you start a diet and exercise program nothing stops you! Your strength of purpose is a great asset when following a weight loss diet and exercise program. You enjoy helping others and frequently offer diet support, diet tips and diet motivation to your friends and family.  A vegetarian diet suits you. Nuts are a good source of protein but eat all vegetables, particularly root vegetables like carrots and potatoes. Eat lots of fiber in foods like whole meal cereals, bread, brown rice and avoid Processed foods, junk food and too much meat.

Men: Weight loss can be difficult for Mister Perfect! You are extremely critical and no matter how well you stick to your diet and exercise plan, you are never satisfied. You may be tempted to try a fad diet, like High Protein, in your rush to achieve a fast weight loss goal. Weight loss is fast and painless when you allow your positive qualities to emerge. You are practical and pay careful attention to daily routines. You take full responsibility for your health and once you start a diet there is nothing that will distract you.  You are not a natural sportsman, so you need plenty of exercise to help relieve stress. A varied exercise routine will suit you best. If you are young choose fast-moving games like badminton, tennis and squash as you grow older choose walking, jogging, cycling and golf.

You may find a vegetarian diet which suits you best and choose plenty of roughage. Health foods, like wheat germ, bran, and organic fruit and vegetables are particularly suitable. Loosen up! Stop trying to be perfect. Don’t be in too much of a rush to finish your diet. Remember the best diet plan is a diet plan you can stick to for life.

LIBRA (23 September-23 October)

General: You should have a buddy system when undertaking dieting and regular exercise. Your physical constitution goes in cycles from expending lots of energy to being a couch potato. A friend can encourage and motivate you to join a dance class or go hiking or bicycling. Eat a balanced selection of foods that have natural sugars, such as yams, sweet potatoes, bananas, apples, and berries. Include lots of fresh veggies, lean protein, and brown rice for balance.

Women: You hope that if you wait long enough your obesity or high cholesterol problem will go away! You have a slow metabolism and put on weight easily. This, together with your dislike of exercise and your sweet tooth makes weight loss difficult. However, you are very aware of your appearance and appreciate how weight control, diet and exercise help to maintain your good looks. Vanity is your greatest asset when it comes to fat loss! You adapt well to new situations so starting a weight loss plan or a new diet and exercise program will not cause you any problems. You think before you act and will spend time choosing the best diet. High energy levels make exercise a must and you generally excel at fast-moving games. But you have no discipline, which can make sticking to a weight loss diet plan difficult. Your love of lounging and dislike of exercise means your calories convert quickly to fat! You have a slow metabolism which makes exercise an important part of your weight loss program. Fast weight loss is not easy because you love good food and wine and enjoy entertaining.

You may resort to extreme measures to lose weight. You may choose a very low calorie diet or an excessive exercise program but soon quit. Or sometimes you do nothing and hope your fat will go away! A diet that allows a variety of interesting foods will work best.

Men: You do not lose weight easily. You tend to have a slower metabolism and a strong dislike of exercise and discipline. You talk about starting a program, but hope that your fat will disappear by itself! You are intelligent but can be gullible and can be attracted to fad diets and promises of very fast weight loss. You are generally handsome, but fat can ruin your good looks.  Because your appearance is very important to you, and because of your slow metabolism, weight control is a necessary part of your life. Starting a weight loss diet and exercise program with a partner works best for you. Any exercise is better than none but you dislike vigorous, sweaty exercise and are often the classic Couch Potato. Joining a luxury gym where you can also socialise, works well. You can excel at fast moving sports like tennis, squash and badminton.

The best diet for you is a low-fat diet that is high in fiber. It should contain lots of fruit to satisfy your sweet tooth. You should avoid processed foods and foods that are high in refined sugar, like cookies and candy and be sure to drink plenty of water. If you want to keep the ladies as interested in you as you are in them, stop sitting on the fence. Make up your mind to start your diet and exercise plan today.

SCORPIO (24 October-22 November)

General: You have great willpower, you can do anything, including sticking to your diet of choice. Mineral-rich seafood and shellfish are greatly preferred as well as lean meat, asparagus, cauliflower, eggplant, mushrooms, figs, and coconut. Keeping a well-balanced and delicious variety of food on hand contributes to your success. Cultivate your personal desires, and achieving your dieting goals can be yours.

Women: You are able to follow strict diet rules. To lose weight successfully, you must immerse yourself in your diet plan and no half measures will do! Your enthusiasm and organizational skills makes weight loss a certainty. Fast weight loss is easier for you. Once you start, you stick to your diet plan and are determined to succeed. A positive outlook plus an orderly mind can help you overcome all weight loss obstacles. You can make things work even when the going gets tough! But sticking to a weight loss diet plan is difficult, when your negative side of your character is dominant. You resent the restrictions that a weight loss plan places on you and you will not want to count calories or fat. You should avoid very low calorie diets, fad diets and excessive exercise.

A varied diet and exercise plan that allows you to use your mental and physical energy will work best. When you curb your restlessness and settle on a specific diet plan you lose weight fast.

Men: Weight loss can be difficult because you are critical of yourself. You need to understand how losing weight will benefit yourself. You may start a weight loss diet plan if your cholesterol or blood pressure is high. You have difficulty following a diet plan, as you like to do things your own way. Fast weight loss is easy for you. There are no half-measures! You will stick exactly to your diet plan until you reach your goal. You have enormous mental and physical energy, and needs to do regular exercise whether or not you are overweight. As a water sign you enjoy swimming, rowing, diving and scuba diving. Boxing and martial arts are also good calorie burners and appeal to your aggressive side.

A diet high in fiber and plenty of fruit and vegetables is important. Your diet plan should include plenty of strong flavored, spicy foods. You can get so involved in your work you forget to eat. You should include plenty of easy-to-cook meals. Treat your diet like you do your job. Pursue your weight loss program with your abundant energy and enthusiasm, and you are bound to succeed.

SAGITTARIUS (23 November-21 December)

General: Rock climbing, running, bicycling, horse riding, bungee jumping, and sports in general help keep you happy while burning calories. Go easy on fats, gravies, butter, and chocolate, but do include plenty of whole grains and oats. A general high-protein diet keeps those muscles strong.

Women: You need a varied diet plan that gives you freedom. You try to take on too much. Typically, you start a weight loss, exercise program and a new job all at the same time! Weight loss for your hips and thighs is difficult. You do not have the patience to count calories but you want to lose weight fast. Calories from alcohol should be limited for health as well as fat loss. You begin a weight loss diet with enthusiasm. Your optimistic nature means you expect fat loss and weight control to be trouble-free. You adapt well and like to finish what you start. But weight loss is hard for you. Lack of planning and impatience makes sticking to a diet difficult. You are not domesticated so you need a diet plan with simple meals. Weight management is not easy.

If you can curb your need to do things your own way you can have great success! Your best asset is your enthusiasm. Obesity is not generally a problem and fat is mainly stored on your hips and thighs. A sensible and varied weight loss plan is best with plenty of Vitamin C (citrus fruits, kiwi, oranges) tomatoes, leeks, onions, garlic and reasonable amounts of protein. You should avoid highly processed fast food, large quantities of alcohol, sugar, candy and cookies. In general, eat fruit instead of cookies or candy to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Men: Weight loss is difficult because you are impatient and fails to plan your diet adequately. A lack of commitment and a dislike of restrictions make it hard for you to follow a diet and weight loss program. You love food and drink and have a strong indulgent streak, which makes it hard to reduce fat, sugar and alcohol. You are a risk-taker and may take risks with your health.  You regard dieting as a challenge. Boredom is a problem for you so you need to plan a varied exercise routine. You are a natural sportsman and enjoy the social as well as competitive aspects. You are a risk-taker and are attracted to more dangerous pursuits like skydiving, motor racing, mountaineering and para-gliding.

Weight loss is not difficult provided you choose a diet that does not require you to count calories. A diet that allows you to enjoy a variety of interesting foods will work best. You have a tendency to over-indulge in food or drink, causing health problems. Set yourself high goals and progress steadily. Then, not only will you lose weight, but also you will enjoy the challenge!

CAPRICORN (22 December-20 January)
General: Time is on your side, you have a way of getting better with age and maturity. You love a good outdoor hike, running, jogging, cross-country skiing, and types of activities that provide continuity for the long haul. Free-range beef and chicken are your preferences as well as pasta, spinach, raw leaf veggies, and barley soups. Treat yourself to some foot reflexology and regular massage, and you’ll be a happy camper!

Women: You are so single-minded that once you decide to diet you will lose weight fast. A strict diet plan appeals to you, however, if your weight loss plan goes wrong, you blame other people and other things – it is never your fault! You have many strengths, which help you to diet and lose weight like organizational skills, and a desire for routine makes sticking to a diet and exercise program easy. A weight loss diet that is practical, with strict rules, is ideal. But weight loss is difficult for because you do not welcome advice about how to lose weight, diet, exercise or anything else. You believe you know best!

If you use your amazing discipline and focus to stick to your weight loss program you will have success. You welcome restrictions like counting calories, reducing fat, increasing exercise and other changes which help you to lose weight.  Nothing is a problem. Lean meat, bread, potatoes, pasta, corn are great choices.  Plenty of calcium rich foods to protect your weak areas like teeth and bones. You should avoid Cold foods and eat most of your meals at room temperature or hotter

Men: Whether it involves diet, weight loss or any other issue, you believe you know best and regardless of how fast you lose weight you are rarely satisfied with your results.   You are attracted to restricted diets instead of a sensible diet plan that you can follow for life.  You possess good organizational skills that help you to incorporate a weight loss diet plan into your busy life. Routine is important for you when dieting. A practical diet plan with strict rules is ideal.  You often make excellent athletes. You enjoy exercises that require endurance and stamina. Mountaineering and rock climbing are favorites. You enjoy jogging to burn calories, rather than working out in the gym. You are attracted to exercise routines that have social advantages, so joining the golf club or tennis club is perfect.

Avoid fad diets and diets that are low in calories. You are attracted to diets that require super-human willpower but in the long term this will not work. You should choose a diet that fits easily into your daily routine. A low-fat diet that provides plenty of dairy and calcium rich foods is important to protect your weak areas like teeth and bones. Set yourself a realistic weight loss goal and give yourself a reasonable amount of time to achieve it. Successful weight loss is not about being perfect!

AQUARIUS (21 January-19 February)

General: You like to try unusual wellness techniques, such as prana yoga and daily meditation, along with traditional, strenuous types of exercise, such as swimming, running, hiking, and aerobics. It’s important for you to keep your body well oxygenated and the blood circulating. Eat plenty of hot peppers and lots of fresh fruit for radiant skin.

Women: You are drawn to the mysterious. Fad diets, herbal supplements, diet pills and food combining appeal to you. However, your logical mind quickly realizes that a healthy weight loss program is necessary for fat loss and lowering cholesterol. A low-fat diet and regular exercise is essential to avoid circulatory problems. Your optimistic nature makes starting a weight loss program fun. Temptation to go off your diet is not a problem as you are strong and independent. But weight loss can be more difficult for you because you have fixed opinions and losing weight requires change so you should try to be open to new techniques for losing weight. Your unpredictable nature can turn you from the perfect dieter one day to the binge eater the next! A lack of confidence can prevent you from tackling your weight problem.

Once you understand why you should start a diet and exercise program there is no problem. You are inventive and will find ways of making your weight loss program fun. You enjoy individual sports like swimming. You are unlikely to become part of a diet support group, as your privacy is too important.  A low-fat diet is essential for with plenty of fruit, particularly apples and citrus fruit. Dried and frozen fruits are also good. Try to avoid all high fat foods, processed foods, rich sauces and candy.

Men: Weight loss can be difficult for you because you do not like to reveal your feelings. Your first step is to admit that you need to lose weight! Although independent-minded, your calm, logical mind will focus on sorting out the diet and exercise issues. Once you have decided to follow a weight loss program nothing will divert you!  Exercise is particularly important to you as you are drawn to most sports. You often pursue unusual outdoor activities like parachuting, gliding, deep-sea fishing or surfing. For weight control, and good health you should continue to take regular exercise into old age.

Whether you need to lose weight or not, following a low-fat diet is important. You should adopt a healthy-heart diet from an early age. So eat plenty of fruit and vegetables and try to avoid those creamy sauces you love!  Don’t diet unless you really want to! You are extremely successful when you are really involved in what you are doing. See your diet as a challenge and you will live up to your reputation for ‘brilliance’.

PISCES (20 February-20 March)

General: You should surround yourself with positive vibrations for optimum results. For better or worse, you tend to pick up vibes that can affect your overall well-being. You pretty much like all types of foods, sometimes too much so.   Dancing and swimming are two of your favourite stress releasers, as well as other water sports such as sailing. Meditation and yoga are the perfect cup of tea to soothe your highly developed imagination.

Women:  You may decide to go on a weight loss diet, then immediately eat a cream cake! You say one thing one moment, and then do the opposite. You are drawn to fad diets, gimmicks and diet pills. You believe the advertisements that promise ‘lose weight fast without changing your diet’. You should avoid diet pills as you often react badly to drugs.  You are a good organizer and once you decide to start a weight loss diet you plan it well. You enjoy good food so it is important to choose a varied diet with a good choice of healthy foods. You should use your wonderful imagination to visualize how you want to look when you lose weight. But making the decision to go on a weight loss diet is difficult as you are indecisive. Diet support is important, as you are easily influenced and highly emotional. A critical comment can put you off your diet plan and a minor worry can drive you to binge.

The older you get the easier it is to gain weight. You should start a healthy weight loss diet and exercise plan as soon as you start putting on weight in order to prevent obesity in later years. You will lose weight fast if you stop doubting yourself and take action rather than sitting on the fence!

Men: The greatest weight loss problem for you is your emotional involvement. When your diet and exercise program is going well you feel great, but when diet problems occur you becomes depressed. Your lack of routine and lack of discipline makes it difficult to stick to a weight loss program.  You will choose a weight loss diet that gives you flexibility. You are always willing to try new things, including new foods. You listen to advice and gather support from your partner and friends.  You do not like strenuous exercise and team sports are not your thing but you enjoy gentle water sports, non-competitive skiing, snowboarding and skating. Regular, gentle exercise routine suits you best.

A healthy balanced diet is important for you and you have a sensitive system and may suffer from stomach problems. You are extremely versatile and should choose a weight loss diet that encourages you to eat a wide variety of foods from seafood to all organic foods.  If you have a weight problem, get off the fence and do something about it. Don’t wait for someone else to push you!

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Common sense may tell you that if you have a small medical problem, you should go to your family doctor. But there are many solutions to your health problems that you can find around your house! I’d love to share with you some alternative health methods of solving simple health problem with things that are commonly found around your house. This section is dedicated to sharing ideas of what you can do for yourself and your family to help prevent colds and flues, and other simple ailments that may help to reduce your pain, discomfort and much more.  If you have a home remedy that you would LOVE to share…I’d love to post it on my site to share with others.

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There are many things that are suggested below and I recommended that you always consult your doctor if your symptoms last more than a few days or is intense in severity.  These pages are to be used as a guide and not to be used in replacement of competent medical advice.

You have a first-degree burn

Putting ice on your burn cuts circulation, and you need healthy blood cells for healing. Instead, expel excess heat by running cool water over the burn for several minutes, then cut an onion in half and let it rest on the wound. Onions contain a mild analgesic.

Another method is using tomato’s which contains lycopene, a natural anti-inflammatory, so it calms inflamed skin. And the wetness of the tomato juice helps draw some of the liquid out of the burn, reducing swelling. Slice a large tomato and apply pieces to damaged skin. Leave on for five minutes, then remove, letting the remaining juices fully dry on skin. Once dry, rinse skin with cool water. Repeat twice daily until discomfort ends.

Toe Nail Fungus

Some products on the market take many months to stop the infection – some have adverse side affects!  Emery’s Finger and Toenail Tonic is  a very effective treatment that stops the infection in approximately 10-14 days. Older infections may take longer. It is 100% natural, has no harmful chemicals, no drugs, no side effects and is affordable!  This Tonic will stop and kill Toe Nail Fungus  resulting in a new healthy nail.

You have a sliver

Light a candle and pour melted wax on your hand, and let the wax harden, then peel it off. This should free the more stubborn pieces. Then use the sticky side of duct tape or roll a lint brush over the area to pick up any stragglers. Gently, of course.

You feel like being sick

Sailors swear by ginger to suppress seasickness and general nausea. But there’s an acupuncture trick that works just as well if you’re feeling queasy. Find the pressure point “pericardium number six”: From the heel of your palm, measure three finger widths toward your elbow. In the center of the wrist area, tape a golf ball snug against that point, and your stomach should calm down.

You have A Urinary-Tract Infection

When you get a urinary track infection, you want protein (a steak) to make your urine more acidic, and then by drinking cranberry juice, which will help to release the cranberry juices bacteria-bashing Hippuric acid.

You have a Scrape or Gash

Wash your wound, then squeeze a lotion like Lubriderm directly onto it, and slap on a bandage. This locks in the moisture and may help new skin cells form. Don’t touch your cut with your hand you use to hold the bottle it may transfer bacteria.

You can also use tea bags. The tannic acid in tea has an astringent effect, prompting blood vessels to constrict more quickly, which slows the flow of blood. Using light pressure, hold a cool (not warm) tea bag against the cut for one minute. Rinse, then cover with a bandage.

You have a Skin Blister

The skin under a blister is already growing in a sterile environment, so popping it won’t speed the recovery. You need to keep bacteria away and the bubble intact. Apply an antibiotic ointment like Neosporin, and then protect it with a bandage.

You have a Side Stitch

Ever get a stitch that feels like a dagger in your side? Exhale deeply and hold. Inhale. Repeat. “It’s a muscle spasm in your diaphragm,”. “The deep exhale will contract the entire muscle and sync all the fibers in it.”

You have a Razor Nick

Clean and apply pressure to the cut, then wipe the top of your antiperspirant with a tissue, swipe the fresh stick with a Q-tip, and dab some onto the nick. “The aluminum chloride in deodorant can help close the nick.

You have a Sore throat

Gargle with warm salt water (1/4 teaspoon of salt top ½ cup of water) and do this several times a day.  Also you can drink a glass of hot water with one teaspoon of lemon juice with some honey.  You’ll feel better almost instantly

You have low energy

Sprinkle fresh ground cinnamon on your porridge, cereal, toast or whatever you are having to eat. Cinnamon can triple the ability of your insulin to metabolize glucose.

You Have a Bad Cough

To stop night time coughing in a child or an adult, put Vicks Vapor Rub generously on the bottom of your feet at bedtime and then cover with socks.  I was raised, and raised my daughter with Vicks. This is amazing!  It works 100 percent of the time, although researchers who discovered it aren’t sure why.

Even persistent, heavy, deep coughing will stop in about five minutes and stay stopped for many, many hours of relief.

Cough medicines in kids often do more harm than good due to the chemical makeup of these strong drugs, but Vicks vapor rub on the bottom of the feet was found to be more effective than prescribed medicines for children and in addition to a soothing and calming effect on sick children they will go on to sleep cough-free for hours every night.

Prevent blisters on your feet with deodorant

Blisters are caused by skin rubbing against your shoes, and are made worse by sweating. Deodorant works on your feet just like it does under your arms: It stops sweat glands from producing sweat. Before heading out, roll deodorant—any kind will do—on your soles.

Calm insect bites with aspirin

Aspirin is made of salicylic acid, a potent anti-inflammatory that can reduce pain and itching. Crush three aspirin and add a few drops of water—enough to make a paste. Apply mixture to the bite. Leave on for two minutes, then rinse with cool water. Repeat twice daily until pain and itching stop.

Remove warts with duct tape

Experts found this remedy could clear warts in two months. There are a few theories about how it works. One is that duct tape irritates warts, causing an immune system reaction that attacks them. Another is that the tape removes the virus-laden skin cells. Apply a piece of tape that’s the same size as the wart and leave on for six days. (If tape falls off, replace ASAP.) Remove tape after the six days and clean area with soap and water; leave tape off overnight. In the morning, reapply tape, keep on for five days and repeat until wart disappears. It may take up to two months, but it’s less painful and less expensive than repeated doctor visits.

Nix dandruff with apple cider vinegar

The vinegar’s acidity reduces the natural pH of the scalp and this creates an unfriendly environment for yeast that tend to overpopulate the head and cause dandruff. Mix 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar with one quart of water and use as a final rinse after shampooing, twice weekly.

Home remedies, no matter who swears they work, are more often bunk than bona fide fixes. But some actually do have science on their side and, in fact, perform even better than their traditional medical counterparts. We dug into the research, talked with the experts, and found 18 treatments that passed. But nothing substitutes the great advice given by your health care provider…if symptoms persist please consult with them or let them know what you are planning to do to help alleviate your symptoms. Here are some more tips that have been emailed to me recently.

Cure cuticle infections with vinegar.

The natural antibacterial properties of vinegar can eliminate infections caused by an overzealous manicurist or picking at cuticles. Apply white wine vinegar combined with warm water for 15 minutes a day.

Eliminate dandruff with a DIY aspirin shampoo.

Aspirin is basically salicylic acid, the anti-acne ingredient that sloughs off dead skin. “It does the same thing for your scalp—gets rid of flakes.”  Add 1 tablespoon of crushed aspirin to your regular shampoo, suds up, and leave the soaped-up shampoo in for 5 to 10 minutes.

Ease nausea with ginger.

Your mom was right. Ginger accelerates stomach emptying and helps break up and release intestinal gas. Sip on ginger ale or ginger tea, or slowly eat a few candies made with real ginger. 

Beat a migraine with sex. 

But don’t just go through the motions, 43% of those who found relief in the sheets said their symptoms improved only after orgasm, according to a recent study. The researchers speculate that endorphins may cause pain to subside.

Bypass motion sickness with lemon.

Motion sickness is often accompanied by excess salivating. Tannins (bitter, astringent plant compounds) found in lemons (olives, too) dry out your  mouth, eliminating saliva and, in turn, easing nausea.

Heal cracked heels with Krazy glue. 

No amount of cream or moisturizer will bring that crack back together, Krazy Glue is a great little trick to fix it.  Soak your feet in water for a few minutes, then apply moisturizer and dab the glue on any remaining cracks. Just one application should do the trick. The challenge will be to avoid getting it on your hands.

Get rid of corns with licorice. 

Coating the affected area with a mixture of licorice and oil, then covering it with plastic wrap and a sock while you sleep, gives the estrogen-like substances in licorice time to work their softening magic.

Treat eczema with baking soda.

Eczematic skin tends to be more acidic, and baking soda brings it back to a more neutral pH and sloughs off some of that dead, flaking skin. Combine 1 Tbsp baking soda with warm bathwater, and soak for 15 minutes, 3 times a week. 

Soothe a sore throat with sage tea.

A study in the European Journal of Medical Research found that a spray containing 15% sage offered significant relief within just 2 hours, compared with a placebo. Try DIY sage tea: Pour 1 cup of almost-boiling water over 2 tablespoons fresh sage or 1 tablespoon dried. Cover and steep 10 to 15 minutes, then strain.

Solve stinky feet with rubbing alcohol.

Its dehydrating properties kill flourishing bacteria and fungus and eliminate excess perspiration problems at the root of odors. Dampen a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and wipe over the bottoms of your feet in the morning to minimize moisture and control odor all day.

Stop a migraine with ice.

Applying ice to your temples or the back of your neck for 10 to 15 minutes numbs the nerve that’s sending the pain signal and constricts blood vessels. Plus, the icy sensation on your skin helps distract from the pain.

Halt a respiratory tract infection with salt water. 

Start swishing at the first sign of trouble. If you’re dealing with tonsillitis rather than a regular cough, add some salt to help clear out the bits of food that can get stuck in tonsils and often cause the problem. Doing so led to a 36% reduction in peak-season respiratory tract infections, according to a study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.

Kick athlete’s foot with garlic.

A study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology reported that ajoene, an antifungal compound found in garlic, can reduce the signs and symptoms of every gym-goer’s worst foe. Crush a few cloves, mix with olive oil, and use a cotton ball to rub the mixture on the affected area several times a day until the infection clears up.

Ease tinnitus with nature sounds. 

Research published in the Journal of the American Academy of Audiology found that digitally produced sounds mimicking nature and water provided significant relief from tinnitus. A white-noise machine with nature sound settings or a nature sound app on your phone will do the trick. 

Cure swimmer’s ear with a vinegar.

Vinegar acidifies the external auditory canal, killing the bacteria that cause swimmer’s ear. Dilute white vinegar with an equal amount of distilled water and, using an eyedropper, put 3 drops in the affected ear 3 times daily.

Fix indigestion with licorice and peppermint. 

A study in Digestion found that an herbal preparation of licorice root and peppermint leaves eased indigestion. Licorice increases mucus production for a soothing effect, and peppermint relaxes the sphincter in the esophagus, which acts up during indigestion. Licorice and peppermint candies can provide similar relief, as can teas containing either or both.

Experience less anxiety with peppermint essential oil. 

Research from Wheeling Jesuit University suggests keeping this feel-good scent on hand to sniff when stress levels start to bubble over. Doing so led study participants to have 20% less self-reported anxiety and 25% less frustration. My DMG brand also has stress and sleep sprays that generate amazing results.

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WHICH SNORING REMEDIES ACTUALLY WORK?

A major cause of disharmony in a marriage and a growing crisis among couples happens while you sleep.

Traditionally, what happens is one partner nudges or calls the others name which then helps your partner realizing they are snoring and then they turn onto a side to stop snoring. Most people snore only while lying on their back. Snoring can lead to you or your partner waking up grumpy and even may lead to staggering your bedtimes so that the non snorer could fall asleep first, which over time may drive a wedge between couples.

If this is happening to you, you are not alone. 45 percent of normal adults snore occasionally and 25 percent snore every night. Most snoring is caused by the muscles in your mouth, tongue, and throat relaxing to the point that they vibrate against each other and partially block the flow of air while you sleep. Anything that further relaxes those muscles, like alcohol or contributes to the blockage, like extra fat, can make snoring worse.  Snoring can be a sign of a serious condition called sleep apnea, in which the obstruction is so complete that the snorer quits breathing for seconds at a time. If you think you have sleep apnea, you should see your doctor.

The fact that so many people snore or live with a snorer may be comforting to know you are not alone, but there is help and it doesn’t’ come in the form of separate rooms.

Snorers are more of a menace to others than to themselves.  So they often don’t see the need to correct their problem until they get into a relationship that affects the sleep of their partner. Severe snorers have many options available to them, from medical procedures like Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty to breathing devices like the Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machine. Snorers can also choose from a multitude of so-called remedies from late-night infomercials that make claims of “all natural” and “FDA-approved.”

Most people don’t want a miracle they just wanted an easy, inexpensive remedy that would help cut down their snoring—quickly.  Here is a review of some of the most popular methods and one that I think is a clear winner.

Nasal Clip

There are many nasal clips on the market selling for around 15 to 20 dollars. They claim to cure snoring by using rare earth magnets. These magnets put pressure on your septum, which supposedly increases circulation in your nose and promotes the opening of your nasal passages to help cut down on snoring. The clips often hurt to wear, feel invasive, and may make your partner laugh at you, which would be worse then the snoring you are trying to stop.

Generic Mouthpiece

Custom made dental devices like Snore guard and Silent nite, are supposed to help severe snorers by keeping their jaw in the same position during sleep that it is in during your awake hours. These mouth pieces are more expensive then the simpler boil-and-bite mouthpieces that are found at many sports stores. Besides looking mean you may have a tendency to slurp throughout the night and end up waking with dry mouth. That dry, rubbery taste may last throughout the next day, even after brushing your teeth. And guess what…your snoring really never stops.

Breathe Right Strips

If you have watched a pro football game in the past decade you will recognize Breathe Right and other nasal strips. These strips cross the bridge of your nose and stick to your nostrils, lifting open the nasal passages to make it easier for you to breathe through your nose. At a cost of 15 to 20 dollars for 30 strips they have their obvious problems. They’re an expensive full-time habit, and they often peel off after an hour or two, plus they leave strip marks on your face the next day. It would be cheaper to use a piece of Scotch tape on your face.

You still will snore throughout the night however may wake up a little more refreshed because of more oxygen to your body.

Marjoran oil and electric aromatherapy diffuser
In the aromatherapy world, marjoram oil is known as a respiratory aid and a soothing agent. It is non-invasive and it only cost of about 20 dollars. The smell of strong herbs like rosemary, can be overpowering and nauseating but really does nothing to stop your snoring.

Anti Snore Therapeutic ring

For about 50 dollars, you get a thin sterling silver ring with two acupressure balls on the underside. The ring goes on your left-hand pinkie finger and is supposed to stimulate your heart meridian and give energy to something called your “upper Jiao” The ring is so easy to use, slip it on 30 minutes before bed, and take it off in the morning. Your pinkie finger may be sore the morning in the spot where the balls pressed against it. This ring may work a little and you will feel good in the morning. Whether it’s a placebo effect, or an energized upper jiao? It’s worth a try.

Tennis ball

This snoring cure will cost you about 3 bucks for a can of 3 tennis balls.  You put a tennis ball in a sock, and then safety pin or sew the sock to the middle of the back of a T-shirt. When you sleep in this T-shirt, it’s painful to sleep on your back, so you turn on your side, where you’re less likely to snore. If you sleep with the sock enough, you will begin to associate sleeping on your back with pain, and you won’t need the T-shirt anymore.

This remedy works immediately. Make sure the sock can’t move too much and that it rests in the middle of your back.  This to me is the clear cut winner and is inexpensive and at the same time helps to modify your sleeping habits so that you and your partner get a great nights sleep and you wake up refreshed and well rested in the morning.

I hope this helps you with a great nights sleep for you and your partner.   If you have any stop snoring tips you would like to share, I’d love to hear about them.
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