Udo Erasmus, Author at Udo Erasmus

30 Jul

More Pieces Of The Fat Loss Puzzle

The richest source of Iodine is kelp and other seaweeds.

Iodine increases metabolic rate. Its richest source in our foods is kelp, other seaweeds, and seafoods. Iodine can also be supplemented. Caution: Supplementation with iodine requires supervision, because too much iodine can be toxic. Supervised iodine supplementation should be

25 Jul

How Healthy Fats Help You Lose Fat

With increased energy levels, we feel more like being active.

Omega 3s serve as building materials for series 3 prostaglandins, some of which help our kidneys get rid of excess water held in tissues. The excess weight of some overweight people is largely retained water (edema). Omega 3s help

23 Jul

The Obesity Epidemic – Why And How?

Omega 3 fatty acids help in weight loss in three major ways.

This may be hard to swallow, but about 65% of North American population is overweight, including about 30% obese. By 2020, expect 75% of the population to be overweight. And, you can expect 85% of the population to be

18 Jul

Self-Knowledge, Part 2

In 1972, I began a practice of self-knowledge.

I was skeptical but decided to check it out. On the slim chance that he COULD show me that peace exists within me, I wouldn’t want to miss it, and if he couldn’t show me, I’d just keep looking. That

16 Jul

Self-Knowledge, Part 1

There was no external fix for the enigma of this internal ache.

At 17, I remember first feeling an intense ache in my chest. I didn’t know what it was, and I couldn’t shake it by any of the physical, mental or outside distractions that I pursued. The ache was always there.

11 Jul

Trauma Can Be A Great Gift

My difficult childhood generated many insights.

‘Sexy’ is the word most people use to denote presence, vitality and appeal. What most people don't realize is that health is the foundation of ‘sexy.’ Total sexy health is a system that, once you understand and apply it, you

09 Jul

Finding My Life’s Work

In 1980, when pesticides poisoned me and the doctor had no remedy, I realized that my health is MY responsibility. I also knew that the bodies of most animals and all humans in nature are made from food, water, oxygen

04 Jul

Social Ease And Connection, Part 16: Honor

Breaking your word when more interesting, profitable or shinier possibilities come along saddles you personally, relationally and financially. Breaking your word and trust is the cardinal social sin. Why do people do it? Why does anyone break an agreement

02 Jul

Social Ease And Connection, Part 15: Your Word

By your word, you enter into a sacred trust with others.

To complete the chapter on social health, consider the importance of your word. In most situations, you are a free agent, free to give or to withhold your word. You can promise, commit or agree to something, or you can

27 Jun

Social Ease And Connection, Part 14: Insight

Western civilization, culture, government and religion were built largely on the insights and teachings of two masters, Socrates and Christ, and on efforts to understand and live by these teachings of self-knowledge for self-mastery. Educated, ‘powerful’ people have also misused

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