Weight loss basics.(If Symptoms Persist)

From: Manila Bulletin | Date: January 8, 2006 | Copyright information

Byline: Dr. Jose S. Pujalte Jr.

"Tomorrow the enlarging of consciousness by diet and breathing."

a" W.H. Auden (1907-1973)

Anglo-American poet

Spain, 1937 (l.72)

NOW that we are slowly getting back to our senses after an orgy of food and drink, itas just right that we relearn weight loss principles. This article is for those who gained weight during the holidays (who didnat?). Therefore, whether itas added avoirdupois of 5, 1...

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