 Is this a healthy way to eat? Isn’t it unhealthy to eat whatever you want?
Yes this is a very healthy natural way to eat. Your body will call for a healthy variety and amount of foods. It is in fact the way God has intended you to eat.
You say there are no forbidden foods but aren't there medical conditions where certain foods are prohibited?
It is always important to check with your physician to be sure there are no dietary restrictions, such as diabetes, heart or circulatory problems, or abnormally high cholesterol. Our experience is that as people practice the Thin Within principles they begin to make wiser food choices, and as they release weight, their cholesterol levels naturally drop. We don’t recommend counting grams of fat, which can become another legalistic system.
Is this program medically recommended?
Yes, please read our endorsements from both medical doctors and other professionals. However, be sure and always check with your doctor before beginning any weight loss program.
My physician has put me on a _______ diet. Can I still do that and be on this program?
Always check with your doctor – with his blessing you can eat in response to your body’s hunger signals from 0 – 5. Even if your doctor has put you on some food restrictions, you can learn from this program to turn to God when you are wanting to eat those restricted foods and receive His strength. What you ultimately learn from TW is to distinguish the difference between true stomach hunger which can only be satisfied with food, and heart hunger which can only be satisfied through a loving relationship with God. Your doctor can tell you which foods you are allowed to have to satisfy the stomach hunger. TW will lead you down the path of God’s provision to fill your heart hunger.
I have been diagnosed with ______. Can I still participate in Thin Within?
It is likely that you will be able to participate in the Thin Within program. However, it is always best to consult with your physician beforehand.
Is it necessary to eat three meals a day?
No! It used to be when we were all much more physically active than we are now. God is going to show you how you function best; whether to eat frequent small meals, three “square” meals, one large meal, or some other combination daily.
You can trust your body to indicate when or how often it is time to eat. If you choose to eat more frequently, you will find that a light snack (eating "0" to "3" on the hunger scale) will allow you to get to your "0" more often. This is an acceptable meal portion for those who prefer to eat more frequently.
What about drinking 8 glasses of water a day?
Remember water is 50-75% of your body’s weight and is essential to good health. Fruits, vegetables, & salads contain a lot of water, so if you have a lot of these in your diet, it’s okay to drink less that 8 glasses.
Can you do this program while you are pregnant?
Absolutely, it is important to avoid excessive weight gain during pregnancy and the TW method is an excellent way to limit your weight gain to no more than your doctor recommends. While pregnant the body often gives even clearer signals of what is needed for the growing baby – for example, craving milk when the skeletal system is developing – protein for the muscles – truly we are fearfully and wonderfully made! Obviously it is extremely important that you have adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals and frequent checkups from the obstetrician. However, it is always best to consult with your physician or obstetrician beforehand.
 Why am I getting headaches?
Most headaches are so called tension headaches, caused by stress, worry, our hectic life style, etc. You may experience some headaches secondary to changes in your eating habits (for instance if your caffeine consumption decreases) but this should be temporary. It is always a good idea to check with your doctor if headaches continue beyond three or four weeks.
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