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The Personality Diet

by MBadmin on August 27, 2011

The personality diet: Knowing your weaknesses is key to weight loss, says neuroscientist

According to Daniel Amen, author of The Amen Solution: The Brain Healthy Way to Lose Weight and Keep It Off, the only effective way to lose weight is to take your own personality and brain chemistry into consideration. His popular book shows you how you can identify your own particular strengths and weaknesses and build your diet around these.

Of course, Dr. Amen isn’t the only weight loss expert who has devised a diet based on your individual characteristics. Robert F. Kushner is the creator of The Personality Type Diet, which also categorizes people into different groups and suggests strategies for each type.

Is the “personality” based diet a real breakthrough, or just another gimmick? There’s certainly some truth to the idea that people are all different and that people use food in a variety of ways. Anything that can increase your self awareness can be helpful when it comes to improving your health and forming an effective weight loss plan. The trick is to act on this information once you’ve acquired it!

Finding the Best Time to Exercise

by MBadmin on August 25, 2011

Experts offer tips on finding the best time of day for your workout.

When is the best time to exercise? First of all, it’s better to exercise anytime than not at all, so if your schedule is very busy, you may just have to work out when you can. However, it’s often possible to make certain adjustments to find a more appropriate time of day to exercise.

When Not to Exercise

If you exercise vigorously close to bedtime, it will often energize you, making it harder to fall asleep. While exercise in general is helpful for sleeping better, you want to give your body a few hours to calm down before any kind of intense workout. This doesn’t include gentler types of exercise, such as tai chi or a gentle form of yoga -do your power yoga in the morning, afternoon or early evening though!

First Thing in the Morning

Exercising early in the morning has a few advantages, especially if you’re a morning person. For one thing, it can help you feel more energetic when you start your day. It also can give you a feeling of accomplishment, and perhaps relief that you’ve done your workout already, and you haven’t even had breakfast yet! This may not be for everybody, but you may want to give it a try, even if you have to get up earlier.

It Depends on Your Body

Everyone’s internal clock is a little different. You should experiment and find out when the best time is for you. You will, of course, have to factor in your other responsibilities. But a good workout doesn’t have to take a long time. Another option is to split your exercise up into shorter sessions, such as going for a twenty minute run early in the a.m. and then doing some strength training before dinner. See what works best for you!

Healthy Fats, Stress and Weight Loss

by MBadmin on August 23, 2011

A type of fat that’s linked to healthy hearts may lead to a calmer mind, too.

According to a recent study, omega-3 fats, a kind of “healthy fat” that has been linked with heart health is also apparently effective at reducing anxiety. This is significant for people who are trying to improve their health, lose weight and reduce stress -and the good news is that all of these factors are related.

Of course, this can also be bad news if you don’t get enough “good fats” in your diet, but by taking the right supplements, such as fish oil capsules, you may be able to improve both your physical and emotional health.

We’ve already looked recently at the link between stress and weight loss, and these latest findings seem to prove that the holistic view of health is turning out to be right -that everything is connected. By giving your body more healthy fats (and also reducing unhealthy fats, which is at least as important), you can improve your cardiovascular health and -as this new study suggests- reduce stress in your life. This helps your metabolism run more smoothly, making it easier to lose weight.

Of course from a holistic point of view it’s not really separate factors, as in A causes B and C causes E, but simply that when you make healthier choices, everything in your body and emotions works better.

One thing you should be careful about when it comes to healthy fats is the possibility of contamination when it comes to fish or fish oil supplements. Sadly, the world’s water supply is so polluted that it’s best to look for fish oil supplements that have been purified, such as Kirkland Signature Natural Fish Oil Concentrate with Omega-3 Fatty Acids - 400 Softgels

There are, of course, other ways to get healthy fats besides fish and fish oil. This is a topic you should research further on your own, and we discuss it quite a bit here at lose weight Programs.

The Bite Counter

by MBadmin on August 22, 2011

Researchers have developed a way to fight obesity by helping people answer one fundamental question: How many bites of food are you eating?

The Bite Counter, as the name suggests, counts the number of bites you take when eating. This isn’t yet on the market, but is expected to be in about a year. While we wouldn’t discourage anyone from using new tools that might help them lose weight, this one might be a little too much.

Food is meant to be enjoyed, and the Bite Counter, by its very design, will make you feel like each bite is an action ridden with guilt. The description compares it to a pedometer, but with one crucial difference. When you’re walking the idea is to go as far as possible. When you’re on a diet, you’ll be trying to cut down on the number of bites. This could be a prescription for making you feel guilty for eating. Or it may just motivate you to take larger bites!

The Bite Counter looks like a gimmick that will end up making you more neurotic about food, which is not the best way to approach weight loss.

Hooping For Weight Loss

by MBadmin on August 19, 2011

You may think that hula hoops were a fad from the 1960′s, but they’re back! Today, hula hooping, or just hooping, is being recognized as a great way to have fun, get fit and lose weight. Many hoopers are quite accomplished, and hooping can be considered a type of dance.

There are many types of hoops you can buy, including Weighted Sports Hula Hoop for Weight Loss - Trim Hoop 3B 3 lb. No Ridge, Travel Easy and Easy to Assemble/disassemble, or just plain traditional hula hoops. You don’t need much space, though you do need a little, and one not too near any delicate objects on a table!

If you haven’t hooped for a while, or if you’ve never hooped in your life, don’t be discouraged if it takes you a while to get the knack. Many people find that at first the hoop just sinks to the ground. It’s like riding a bike, only with less chance of injury. You’ll figure out how to do it -if you want, you can get a workout video, such as the The Hoop Dance Workout to help you. Or see if there are any classes or clubs in your area devoted to hooping.

Here’s an inspiring video of a woman who lost 60 pounds, all by hooping. You can watch her progress, as well as admire her skill with the hoop!

Wine and Weight Loss

by MBadmin on August 18, 2011

A glass of wine a day can stop people piling on the pounds and even help you to lose weight

Can wine help you to lose weight? According to recent studies the answer seems to be yes! Lately, we’ve been hearing about the power of wine to help protect us against high blood pressure and heart problems, due mainly to the antioxidant resveratrol. Other studies have found a link between alcohol and longevity -that is, that drinkers actually outlive non-drinkers on average!

So the idea that wine, generally considered to be the healthiest alcoholic beverage may be beneficial for weight loss isn’t entirely surprising. Of course, the key to this is that it applies to light to moderate consumption of wine. Heavy consumption of wine, or any alcoholic beverage not only has health risks such as liver damage, but is likely to promote weight gain. Alcohol does, after all, contain a significant number of calories. But apparently moderate consumption of wine is good for anyone who wants to lose weight.

Naturally, this doesn’t mean everyone should drink wine. If you detest the taste of alcohol or the way it makes you feel, you shouldn’t force yourself to drink it. And if you’re prone to alcoholism, you should abstain and find other ways to gain any benefits conferred by wine. Many berries are rich in antioxidants, for instance.

One theory about why people who drink tend to be healthier in some ways (again, we’re not talking about heavy drinkers or alcoholics here) is that it can provide a way to socialize and let go of stress. So if you’re a non-drinker, you should actively seek alternative ways to mix with others and learn how to relax. No one is saying you need wine for this!

Finding Time to Exercise

by MBadmin on August 17, 2011

No time to exercise? That’s a common complaint…or is it just an excuse? According to columnist Chrisanna Northrup, it’s the latter.

“It’s not about not having the time or even finding the time to exercise, it’s about how people choose to spend their time. People would rather browse the Internet than exercise.”
“Not Enough Time To Exercise” Is Just An Excuse

There’s no denying that it can be challenging to find time to exercise nowadays. Between jobs, families, classes, children, pets, and errands, it can certainly seem like a difficult problem. On the other hand, when you consider how important it can be for your health and well being, it may be a question of setting your priorities.

This isn’t to say that you should quit your job or neglect your children or spouse so you can work out more! But, as the article above points out, most of us have non-essential activities that could be replaced with a little exercise. Remember, exercise isn’t just good to help you lose weight, it boosts your emotional state as well.

Here are a few tips to find more time to exercise:

*** Go to bed earlier, get up 20 minutes early and exercise first thing!

*** Watch less TV -if you’re a hopeless TV addict, exercise in front of the TV!

*** Sneak in some power walking at work -scheduled or unscheduled breaks, lunch, maybe even walk or bicycle to or from work if that’s practical.

*** Schedule some fun outdoor activities for the weekend, either on your own, with a partner or the whole family.

*** Take up a sport or activity you loved as a kid -it could be jumping rope, trampoline (you could get a mini trampoline), hoola hoop (great exercise!), dance, or your favorite racket sport. You’ll want to do it, because it’s fun!

How to Get Your Partner to Lose Weight

by MBadmin on August 15, 2011

We came across an advice column where someone asks, “what should I do if my partner is getting fat?” It can be challenging enough to lose weight yourself, but how do you tactfully tell someone else he or she needs to drop a few (or a few dozen!) pounds? The columnist wisely responds that it has to be done carefully, and the best way would be to suggest the two of you exercise together and focus on eating healthier.

Of course, your partner may figure out what you really mean -after all, most people realize it when they’re overweight. Yet he/she will hopefully appreciate your willingness to work with them on this project. And it will be good for you as well -unless you’re already perfect, which not many of us are!

This video also gives some useful hints on the subject, focusing on building up rather than tearing down your partner’s self esteem.

Sex and Weight Loss

by MBadmin on August 13, 2011

According to a recent NY Times articles, men with diabetes can improve their sex lives and help alleviate erectile dysfunction by losing weight.

Weight Loss Improves Sex of Men With Diabetes-NYTimes.com

This brings up the question of whether losing weight for otherwise healthy people is good for improving sex. The answer is almost certainly “yes,” as losing weight for people who are overweight has many detrimental effects on the body, including blood flow to all of the organs.

Another interesting take on this issue is that the reverse also seems to be true -that is, having more sex can help you to lose weight! Aside from burning calories, it can help you feel less stressed…and reducing stress is a proven factor with weight loss.

The following video has a few good tips on exercises to help with both weight loss and your sex life -but you may want to turn the volume down unless you’re a fan of very loud heavy metal/thrash type music!

The Cost of Healthy Eating

by MBadmin on August 11, 2011

A recent study, not the first, has condemned the high cost of healthy eating. However, an insightful article in Salon by Mary Elizabeth Williams asks the question, “Does eating right have to be expensive?” in a thoughtful manner. The fact is, a large percentage of Americans who would say they “can’t afford” healthy foods will not think twice before spending money on eating out, high priced entertainment and, very often, on items like cigarettes, alcohol and lottery tickets, to mention a few.

The article goes on to point out that 37% of the money Americans spend on food goes to eating out. While a lot of this is fast food, which is relatively inexpensive, it’s still more expensive than eating home -even if you buy healthy foods. So, while the link between obesity and income cannot be disputed, it’s not clear that economics is the only factor.

Of course, to question the wisdom of this means that we have to hold people responsible for how they eat, which not everyone is comfortable doing -either in regard to others or themselves.

What’s the point of this inquiry? The next time you say or think that you can’t afford to buy, say, fresh produce, a good vitamin supplement or organic whole grain bread (or other healthy food choices), consider what else you’re spending money on. Sometimes it’s a question of changing your priorities.

Saving money on healthy foods takes some planning and effort, but it can be done, as the following short video points out.

Preventing Childhood Obesity

by MBadmin on August 10, 2011

The dangers of childhood obesity are now more widely understood, as this is unfortunately a common problem for many of today’s kids.

Childhood obesity is something we’ve been hearing about more and more lately. According to recent statistics, 1 out of 3 kids in the U.S. is overweight or obese. This is really quite shocking when you think about it -why should kids, who are naturally active, have a problem with being overweight???

The answers aren’t hard to find. The solutions are a little more complicated. Kids today are likely to be eating lots of junk food, and at the same time not active enough to burn up all those excess calories. TV and computers have largely taken the place of outdoor play. While many kids are involved in sports and other types of exercise, too many are sedentary.

Children who are overweight, not surprisingly, are likely turn into adults with a weight problem. So, if you’re a parent, how do you prevent your kids from become obese -or, if they already are, how do you help them lose that extra weight?

Here are some ideas:

*** Encourage them to eat healthy snacks rather than sweets

*** Parents should set a good example -eat healthy and exercise yourselves

*** Have family outings doing fun activities outdoors -hiking, going to the beach,
bike rides, etc.

*** Encourage your kids in any athletic or exercise-related interests

*** Limit their time spent online or watching TV

*** Encourage them to participate in school related sports and activities

*** Learn how to prepare meals that are nutritious as well as tasty

How to Lose Weight Fast and Safely

by MBadmin on August 9, 2011

If you’re wondering how to lose weight fast yet safely, one of the secrets is rethinking your definition of the word “fast!” If you’re someone who’s always tempted by the latest gimmicky diet, such as the Cotton Candy Diet (I just made that up, but for all I know there is one), where you restrict your calories severely, you’re putting yourself at risk for all kinds of problems.

Many people can’t stick long with extremely low calorie diets, and those are the lucky ones. The dangers of crash diets are fairly well known, and even if you do manage to lose weight with them, you usually end up gaining the weight back -and then some in many cases- because it throws your whole metabolism off. Reducing calories too much slows down your metabolism to make up for the lack of calories, which is really the opposite of what you want for long term weight loss.

So, if you really want to lose weight fast AND safely, just be a little patient and recognize that if you make some real changes in your lifestyle, eat a healthy but sensible diet and exercise regularly, you can lose weight quite rapidly but gradually. If you can lose 20 pounds in, say, 6 months rather than the 2 weeks that the crash diet promised, you’ll be doing fine. Remember, times goes fast, so if you can lose a little weight every week or two, you’ll be losing it fast but safely.

In this short video, Dr. Steven Knope explains why you should be focusing on fat loss, not weight loss:

Coconut Water Benefits

by MBadmin on August 8, 2011

Coconut water has gotten quite a bit of press recently as Madonna and Rihanna have both gotten involved in a coconut water company, Vita Coco. Coconut water is said to be good for weight loss, hydration, increasing metabolism and balancing PH levels (or, put another way, good for alkalizing the body). Is coconut water really the miracle beverage some claim, or is this mostly hype? The answer is probably somewhere in between.

Pure coconut water is one of the healthiest beverages around, certainly preferable to soda, energy drinks or even most fruit juices. However, like anything else, it won’t all by itself cause you to lose 20 pounds or cure all of your illnesses. It can, however be a useful and quite delicious addition to your diet -and, perhaps even more importantly, a replacement for less healthy drinks.

As long as we’re on the subject of coconuts, it’s worth pointing out that the health benefits of coconut oil as a healthy fat are now being more widely recognized. So, overall, you can’t go wrong by adding more coconut to your diet!

Yoga For Weight Loss -How Effective is it?

by MBadmin on August 5, 2011

Is practicing yoga an effective way to lose weight? Surprisingly, perhaps, the answer seems to be “yes.” An article on the popular WebMD site discussing yoga for weight loss mentions a study that shows yoga can actually help you to lose weight.

The article also points out, however, that most types of yoga don’t burn off enough calories to make much of a difference, at least if that’s all you do. However, combined with a good diet and some aerobic and/or resistance training, yoga can help you to relax and put you in a more positive frame of mind.

There are also styles of “power yoga” that are quite a bit more strenuous than the usual slow stretches most of us probably think of when we hear about yoga. Ashtanga yoga, for example, is quite strenuous and will help you burn off calories. You may want to look for a class in your area that offers this type of yoga, or perhaps find a DVD if you prefer to work out at home.

Here are some yoga exercises that can be helpful for weight loss:

Walking to Lose Weight -Does it Work?

by MBadmin on August 4, 2011

For some people walking to lose weight sounds too good to be true. To others, it just sounds boring. But for many people who don’t like vigorous exercise, or who may have physical limitations that prevent them from it, walking is a great option.

How many calories can you burn while walking? Well, not as much as by running, biking or competing in a mixed martial arts match…but certainly more than you would sitting in front of the TV! Take a look at this chart on calories you burn while walking.

10,000 Steps Per Day?

Some experts claim that walking 10,000 steps per day is the “magic number” where you start to lose weight and experience the real health benefits of walking. While it’s hard to place an exact number on it, aiming for that will certainly be setting you in the right direction!

Hypnosis for Weight Loss and the Virtual Gastric Band

by MBadmin on August 3, 2011

Using hypnosis for weight loss may not be new, but there’s now a new take on it — Virtual Gastric Band. This is a hypnotic visualization of an actual surgical technique, gastric band. Of course, this is only one possible way to use hypnosis for weight loss, but it shows how creative the mind can be at imagining real events.
For many people imagining surgery might not be the most relaxing way to visualize weight loss!

For another approach, there are many videos that you can watch that can put you in a hypnotic state while giving you suggestions. Reprogramming the mind is not magic, it’s just a matter of focusing on what you want to achieve while in an alpha or relaxed state of mind.

Losing Weight -Lesser Known Tips

by MBadmin on August 2, 2011

Let’s talk about lesser known tips for losing weight, apart from the obvious ones like eat fewer calories and exercise more.

*** Chewing More Helps Weight Loss -new research backs up this old claim. Chewing your food many times goes all the way back to ancient traditions of the East, but there are some modern scientific reasons for it too. For one thing, you’ll get filled up faster, as your brain has more time to receive the messages that you’ve eaten. If you chew fast, your mouth essentially is shoveling in the food faster than your brain recognizes it. That’s why you may overeat and not feel the effects until later.

*** Don’t weigh yourself daily. Once a week is plenty -every day will make you anxious and often make you feel discouraged.

*** Stay Positive to Lose Weight -evidence shows that a positive attitude can make weight loss easier. It keeps you happier too!

*** Get Fitness Apps for Your Phone -apps can remind you to keep track of your calories and stick to your exercise program!

*** Eat a Healthy Breakfast! -this is very important for not only weight loss, but to regulate your metabolism and energy levels all day long -the following video gives some tips on this -

Weight Loss Motivation Tips

by MBadmin on August 1, 2011

What’s the role of motivation when it comes to weight loss? In a recent article, researchers are arguing that obesity counseling should not focus on personal choice but on brain chemistry. The point here is not to make people blame themselves for being overweight, which doesn’t help the situation. However, they still want to give them a sense that they’re in control and can make positive changes. This is a subtle distinction, but as long as people are pushed in the direction of making healthier choices, we can’t argue. So the bottom line is, stay motivated and feel empowered, but don’t feel shame or guilt!

Here’s a video that gives some helpful tips for weight loss motivation. As an added benefit, the presenter has a lovely Irish accent!

Healthy Carbs for Weight Loss

by MBadmin on July 31, 2011

Eating more healthy carbs instead of unhealthy ones is a great way to eat a healthier diet and lose weight. Almost everyone loves carbs, so instead of trying to quit them altogether, focus on replacing carbs (bread, pasta, rice) made from processed foods such as white flour with ones made from whole grains. This can make a big difference to your diet!

This video provides some good insight into what makes carbs “good” though she says there’s not really any such thing as a good or bad carb.

Mini Trampolines for Weight Loss

by MBadmin on July 30, 2011

The couch-savr

Author:wreford

Mini Trampolines are a fun, inexpensive and effective way to stay/get in shape and lose weight. Best of all, they’re small enough to be portable and can be used indoors or outdoors. You can do a surprising number of exercises on them, and they benefit your whole body!

Exercises for Beginners on the Mini Trampoline | Online …

Mini trampolines make exercising fun. They are wonderful for workout fans of all levels. They give all the benefits of an powerful plyometric fitness session without the hard impact on joints typically caused by regular …

Publish Date: 07/24/2011 11:13

http://supermanarchitecture.com/sports-and-recreation/exercises-for-beginners-on-the-mini-trampoline/

EFT For Weight Loss?

by MBadmin on July 29, 2011

EFT stands for Emotional Freedom Technique -a relatively new method based on ancient principles (related to acupuncture) that’s used for all kinds of things -healing, attracting abundance…and weight loss. This video gives you an introduction to some of the ways EFT can be used for issues such as weight loss, and there’s lots of info on EFT online these days.

How to do a 15 minute EFT Tapping Session: Post Op, Weight Loss and Exercise

www.tap4health.com There are many ways of applying the Emotional Freedom Technique aka EFT Tapping. But when you have a limited amount of time, one of the simplest and most powerful ways is to identify a specific event and tap on it. Watch this EFT s…

“Health Foods” That Make You Fat!

by MBadmin on July 28, 2011

Not all foods labeled “healthy” are necessarily good for you, and some can make you fat! The following article describes some of the culprits, though we might take issue with putting olive oil on that list, since it is one of the healthiest forms of fat. If you’re trying to lose weight, you have to limit your intake of even healthy fats -you do need them, though.

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Ever wonder why you still can't lose the weight even when you're trying to eat healthier? It might be because some so-called health foods are not what they.

Publish Date: 07/27/2011 16:43

http://www.yummly.com/blog/2011/07/15-healthy-foods-that-make-you-fat/

As long as we were talking about healthy fats, this video gives you some tips on how to cook with them. Nut butters, olive & coconut oil, avocados -these all supply your body with the type of fat it needs!

Cooking Basics-Healthy Fats

FitKim.com How to Choose Healthy Fats (plus GROCERY list!) Avocados Extra Virgin Coconut Oil Extra Virgin Olive Oil Black & Green Olives Nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios, walnuts, etc) Nut Butters (almond or cashew) Seeds (sunflower, sesame, hemp, …

Best Workout Routine For Weight Loss

by MBadmin on July 25, 2011

THE WALL – JennyM Larry Mark BobJ

Author:Simi Valley Boot Camp

What’s the best workout routine for weight loss? It depends on who you listen to, but it also depends on your own goals, body and preferences. For one thing, you have to choose an exercise program that you enjoy -or at least can tolerate- or you won’t stick with it!

Deciding on the best workout routine – Weight Loss Mother

Visit Starting your weight loss journey, keep a weight loss journal, and finding the right diet plan first. It's time to decide on the best workout routine for you. Like finding the right diet plan, I tried various …

Publish Date: 05/31/2011 22:32

http://weightlossmother.com/2011/06/deciding-on-best-workout-routine.html

Is yoga good for weight loss? Some yoga, while great for relaxation and flexibility, doesn’t burn enough calories to qualify as a weight loss workout, but the more vigorous styles can be very effective. Check out the following video, for example:

20 Minute Weight Loss & Fatburning Yoga Workout!

Sadie created a fresh, new, super-effective 20-minute sequence to torch calories, and help you lose weight! Learn it, and a Core Breath Technique that amps up your weight loss benefits in much less time than with many other yoga and exercise forms. I…

Are Healthy Snacks the Key to Weight Loss?

by MBadmin on July 24, 2011

As we’ve discussed before on this blog, healthy snacks can play a significant role in helping with weight loss. Fruit (along with nuts) is always a great snack to choose!

The Fruit Contrast

Author:A.alFoudry

As we’ve discussed before on this blog, healthy snacks can play a significant role in helping with weight loss. As the following post points out, it can be very helpful to pay attention to your snacking habits!

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Achieve Fast Weight Loss With Healthy Snacks information in healthy blog. Here the healthy foods, healthy snack, healthy recipes and healthy snacks. We hopes.

Publish Date: 07/23/2011 20:40

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It’s also very important to choose healthy snacks for your kids, who have lots of temptations to eat junk foods.

Fun Healthy Snacks For Kids – Blog – @threedifferent

There are many healthy choices to pick from; it just takes a little planning. Planning healthy snacks doesn't have to be difficult either as witnessed with all the super easy treats above. Try it out next time your kid …

Publish Date: 07/23/2011 17:10

http://www.threedifferentdirections.com/blog/fun-healthy-snacks-for-kids.html

The following video contains some useful advice about choosing healthier snacks. Remember, your body is taking in the calories, whether you call it a meal or a snack!

How to Choose a Healthy Snack

In this clip Dawn, myLifetime.com’s Nutritionist, recommends sticking to 2 healthy snacks per day between meals. Each snack should have about 100 to 200 calories. Some good options are pistachios, low-fat yogurt, or a granola bar. This clip is brough…

Body Image and Weight Loss

by MBadmin on July 20, 2011

Improving your body image can help with weight loss. This can be a catch-22, of course, as many people feel they have to lose weight before they have a better body image! But this is in accord with theories of visualization and the Law of Attraction, which hold that you have to “believe it” before you “see it.” In other words, if you can have a more positive body image, it’s more likely that your body will fall in line with your mental image and you’ll look the way you want to!

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