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Linda Mintle, Ph.D. is a licensed marriage and family therapist, author of 16 books, a national expert on family issues and the psychology of food and weight. She's an assistant professor in the department of pediatrics at Eastern Virginia Medical School, a national speaker, writer, and news contributor.

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January 2013 Entries

Holiday Weight Gain: 10 Tips to Get Back on Track

The gift baskets are finally empty, the Christmas cookies almost gone and the plethora of candies, hot chocolate and goodies finally consumed. My pantry and freezer are starting to look normal again. But like you, I consumed too many treats and feel the new snug fit of my pants. So it’s time to re-engage in sensible eating and get moving at the gym.

posted @ Thursday, January 31, 2013 5:27 PM | Feedback (0)

Lance Armstrong Reminds Us of the Power of Forgiveness

Lance Armstrong has been in the news all week. The big reveal is his admission to doping during his cycling career. I talked with CBN News about how to respond to this admission. What makes his admission so grievous is that he repeatedly denied allegations of doping levied against him for years and went after those who tried to bring out the truth. My concern however is how we, as Christians, respond to any request for forgiveness.

posted @ Friday, January 18, 2013 10:16 AM | Feedback (0)