Lighten Up!: The Authentic and Fun Way to Lose Your Weight and Your Worries

by Loretta LaRoche

Loretta LaRoche is sick to death of diets and diet books. Not a day goes by without an article appearing in the media that reveals some food that could be harmful or helpful to our health. Food has become either demonic or divine. We’ve forgotten how to be in “right relationship” with one of the greatest pleasures we have in eating. As a result, we’re fatter than ever and more stressed out about being fat!     In this humorous and informative book, Loretta cuts through the nonsense, disclosing the wisdom she has accumulated from” having gained and lost a tribe of people.” She also shares her expertise as an international stress consultant, former aerobics instructor, and owner of a wellness center. Her eight surprising secrets for reducing weight and stress might surprise you as she leads you down the path of learning to eat well, moving with joy, and living a more balanced life. Her greatest promise is that you will get into shape . . . and have fun while you’re doing it!

179 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

Loretta is an internationally recognized stress-management consultant. She is well-known for her outrageous one-woman shows that have sold out nationwide venues, including Boston Symphony Hall, The Hanover Theatre, Emerson Majestic, and Berkley Performing Arts Center. With over 35 years of experience, Loretta has toured with The Power Within, sharing the stage with great leaders like Arianna Huffington, Former President Bill Clinton, Ellen DeGeneres, and Tony Robbins.
Loretta's media presence is equally impressive, with seven one-woman television specials airing on PBS stations nationwide. Her work has garnered recognition, earning her nominations for local and prime-time Emmy Awards. Loretta has also made notable appearances on major news networks such as CNN, ABC, NBC, and FOX affiliates, further solidifying her credibility and reach.
Loretta's expertise lies in improving the health of organizations by alleviating stress through humor, leaving audiences happy and optimistic. Using her wit, she helps people learn how to take stress and turn it into strength. Advocating fun, optimism, and resiliency, Loretta is the go-to consultant for stress management and improving overall well-being.

Reviews

[Marsh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very amusing and entertaining read. Definitely worth sharing.
How we have been hoodwinked by media and society experts.

[Lee Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a light quick read with some reinforcement and chuckles about how we think about food and our bodies. I enjoyed it, but it was not anything earth shattering and did not add a lot to what I was mentally already doing. I did take a couple of quotes and added them to my personal journal. I enjoyed it.

[Susan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Maybe I wasn't in the mood for this one and just didn't give it a chance. I ended up skimming it more than anything. Didn't really hold my interest or come up with anything new.

[Betty Galloway · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reading on Kindle.

[L.B. Holding · Rating 2 out of 5]

She's a funny lady, but I like her in person better than in print. And this was nothing I hadn't read elsewhere...just funnier.