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Weigh down workshop
Christian weight loss program founded in 1986 by nutritionist Gwen Shamblin, author of The Weigh Down Diet (Doubleday &Company, Inc., 1997). Shamblin apparently ascribes the program to divine inspiration. According to a 1995 edition of the television newsmagazine “A Current Affair,” Shamblin’s “gospel” is: “Eat what you want, whenever you want, and ask the lord to help you to stop when you’ve had enough, so you leave room for a hefty helping of the holy spirit.” Then, the program included audiocassettes, videos, books (e.g., Feasting on the Will of the Father), and revival-like religious rallies. | |
