Your house may have an effect on your figure. Experts say the way you design your home could play a role in whether you gain or lose weight. 【小题1】 Here are some ways to turn your home into part of diet plan.

【小题2】Dark environments are more likely to encourage overeating, for when people are in poorly-lit places, they are more likely to eat lots of food. If your home doesn't have enough window light, get more lamps and flood the place with brightness.

【小题3】 Research suggests warm colors fuel our appetites. In one study, people who ate meals in a blue room consumed 33 percent less than those in a yellow or red room. 【小题4】   However, cold colors make us feel less hungry. So when it’s time to repaint, go blue.

【小题5】 People who eat slowly tend to consume about 70 fewer calories per meal than those who rush through their meals. Begin keeping track of the time, and try to make dinner last at least 30 minutes, and while you're at it, actually sit down to eat.

Ideas for bringing order to your life

You think you're a clean person. You don't leave dirty dishes in the sink - not often. You sweep occasionally. 【小题1】 . But there is still so much clutter (凌乱的东西) in your house. And it quickly becomes so troublesome that it's hard to know where to start.

That is why we asked professional organizers for their top tips on getting rid of clutter for good! They' re simple and won't leave you picking up for hours on end.

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"Many people get discouraged because the job is just too big. Choose one drawer, take everything out and ask yourself: What is this doing here?' If you don' t know the answer, the item needs a new home."

--- Rachel Siegel, Spruce Girls

◎ Ask yourself: Would I buy this today?

"If the answer is no, throw it or give it to others. 【小题3】, deciding to keep it in your closet won't put money back in your pocket."

--- Jeni Aron, Clutter Cowgirl

◎ Don' t worry about perfection.

" 【小题4】. I thought if things were perfect, I would be more willing to keep them in order. Forget about perfection, and take a hard look at what and where things are piling up and causing clutter."

--- Shara Koplowitz, Organizing

People's Everyday Needs

◎ Keep only what you can store.

"Clothing should fit into closets and dressers. Make sure cleaning and toiletry supplies can fit into your cabinets or closets. 【小题5】 , review what is stored, and throw away things that are expired (过渡期) or worn.

--- Annette Reyman, All Right Organizing

How to learn Wing Chun(咏春)

Wing Chun is a style of kung fu that emphasizes close fighting, quick punches(击拳)and tight defense to overcome opponents. This traditional Chinese martial art is a complex kung fu method that requires years of practice to master. 【小题1】.

Learn the center line theory

A foundation of Wing Chun is the protection of your body’s center line. Imagine a line that starts at the middle top of your head and travels along the middle of your chest to the lower body. 【小题2】. It must be protected at all times.

Find a Wing Chun Academy

Martial arts schools often focus on one style of martial arts, especially for serious students. Wing Chun academies or clubs may be attached to a martial arts association. Search online or in a phone book for local Wing Chun schools. And then meet with the instructors and ask about their background. 【小题3】.

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Find an area in your house where you can practice Wing Chun. Make sure there is enough room for you to move your body around in all directions. Check by swinging your arms and legs around. You do not want your moves to be disturbed by furniture in the room.

Find a partner to practice with

Learning the movements on your own will only take you so far. Eventually, you’ll need to start learning how your movements connect with an opponent. 【小题5】. This person can also help encourage you and give you feedback on your form.