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Avoid 7 "Winter Weight" Pitfalls

Avoid 7 "Winter Weight Gain" Pitfalls 1. Comfort Eating from Boredom Strategy : Keep fruit, popcorn, or herbal tea within reach and redirect with reading or stretching. 2. Skipping Meals Strategy : Stick to regular, balanced meals to prevent nighttime overeating. 3. Relying on Processed “Vegan” Foods Strategy: Choose whole ingredients—real food over frozen patties and packaged snacks. 4. Not Getting Enough Protein Strategy : Add lentils, tofu, or tempeh to each meal fo

Dr. Jean Wright

Nov 31 min read

Don't Gain "Winter Weight!"

5 Practices to Avoid "Winter Weight Gain" 1. Meal Prep with Intention – Dedicate a few hours weekly to batch cook grains, soups, and veggies so healthy choices are easy. 2. Keep Comfort Foods Plant-Based – Reinvent favorites: lentil shepherd’s pie, sweet potato chili, or veggie stew. 3. Stay Hydrated – Warm teas and lemon water curb “fake hunger.” 4. Move Your Body, Your Way – Yoga, walking, or dancing—just stay in motion. 5. Give Yourself Grace – Progress over perfection

Dr. Jean Wright

Nov 31 min read

Avoid Winter Weight Gain

8 Ways a Plant-Based Diet Helps Prevent Winter Weight Gain 1. Fewer Empty Calories , More Real Food Whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables naturally replace high-calorie processed foods. Example : Trade chips and dip for roasted chickpeas tossed in olive oil and paprika. 2. High in Fibe r = Longer Fullness Fiber-rich foods stabilize blood sugar and reduce cravings. Example : A bowl of lentil soup keeps you full all afternoon without the cookie crash. 3. Supports Metabol

Dr. Jean Wright

Nov 31 min read

Why Dr. Jean Chooses Clean Nutrition and Natural Supplements

We live in a world where the food on our plates isn’t always as healthy as it seems. Dr. Jean Wright, like many health experts, believes...

Dr. Jean Wright

Oct 23 min read

DO YOU HAVE SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER (SAD)?

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?

Seasonal Affective Disorder is a form of depression that follows a seasonal pattern. Most often, symptoms begin in late fall or early winter and start to lift in spring when daylight increases. Clinically, it’s considered a type of major depression or bipolar disorder with a “seasonal pattern,” rather than a separate illness.

What causes SAD?

SAD is strongly linked to reduced exposure to natural sunlight during shorter fall and winter days. Less light can disrupt the body’s internal clock (circadian rhythm), lower serotonin, and alter melatonin levels. People with a personal or family history of depression or bipolar disorder appear to be at higher risk.

What are the symptoms of SAD?

SAD includes persistent sadness, low mood, loss of interest in activities, tiredness, oversleeping, increased appetite, carbohydrate cravings, weight gain, and difficulty concentrating. Severe cases may involve feelings of worthlessness or thoughts of death or suicide.

What are the most effective treatments? Bright-light therapy is one of the most effective treatments. Counseling, especially cognitive behavioral therapy, can be helpful. Medication may be prescribed in some cases. Healthy routines—daylight exposure, physical activity, regular sleep, and social connection—also monitoring and support for negative moods

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DR. JEAN WRIGHT

HONORING YOUR PURPOSE

Wellness, Education & Community Resources

Avoid 7 "Winter Weight" Pitfalls

Don't Gain "Winter Weight!"

Avoid Winter Weight Gain

Why Dr. Jean Chooses Clean Nutrition and Natural Supplements

DR. JEAN WRIGHT

HONORING YOUR PURPOSE

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