Don’t take chances with pain and inflammation
TriVita‘s new Nopalea, a refreshing and delicious nopales cactus drink known as Prickly Pear is now available and comes with a 60 Day Money Back Guarantee! You may know Inflammation as an indicator of injury, but did you also know that inflammation can wreak havoc on the body itself and is the #1 killer. Inflammation doesn’t just affect your muscles and joints. It also affects everywhere else throughout your entire body, wherever your cells are being stressed or attacked. So, right now, as you read this, you could be suffering from any of these kinds of inflammation and their related health problems:
-Muscle, joint and bone inflammation -causing ongoing body pain
-Pulmonary inflammation -causing allergies and asthmatic reactions
-Arterial inflammation -causing high blood pressure
-Digestive tract inflammation -causing ulcers and IBS
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-Widespread body cell inflammation
- causing overall tiredness Drink Nopalea to help fight inflammation. Nopalea is your premier wellness partner aiding in your body’s never-ending, daily battle for good health. Nopalea works in two critical ways, Nopalea contains betalains. Betalains are powerful antioxidants and can help fight against inflammation.
The betalains in Nopalea help to neutralize your body’s inner toxins and reduce inflammation. Which means it helps you get the relief you need today! Fighting inflammation today can help you increase your health for tomorrow. If Inflammation is the Problem, Nopalea may be the Wellness Solution!
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We are people on fire!
Less than a hundred years ago the common health challenges we faced were infections. With the discovery of pathogenic bacteria and the advent of proper hygiene, death from these problems became less common. Inflammation has become the new epicenter of disease, disability and death. Answer = Nopalea
Inflammation and the immune system
Our immune system uses heat to destroy invading bacteria. A specialized cell called a macrophage douses the invader with inflammatory enzymes (like acids) and the heat generated in this battle destroys the invading bacteria.
Sometimes our own healthy cells become the focus for disease. This often happens because of toxic exposure. When we eat, drink or breathe a toxin, or if it is absorbed through our skin, our detoxification system works to remove it before the poison can compromise our health. Unfortunately, many of today’s poisons are simply too strong and they overwhelm our detoxification system and enter healthy cells. These cells now become the target of disease, infection and inflammation. Our immune system must treat them as hostile and use heat to destroy them.
Autoimmune diseases arise when our immune system becomes so overworked that it can no longer tell the difference between healthy cells and sick cells. It attacks all cells of a particular type equally. This body system is never able to heal and chronic inflammation sets in. Answer = Nopalea
The weakest link
A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. You are only as healthy as your weakest body system. How robust you are depends mostly on lifestyle choices, somewhat on your environment and a little on your genetics.
When a toxin overwhelms your detoxification process it will likely settle in your weakest system. The immune system melts these polluted cells in an effort to save healthy cells. This is acute inflammation. With chronic toxicity comes the opportunity for chronic inflammation. In the case of chronic inflammation, the immune system attacks any sick cell as well as any healthy cell that looks like the sick one. If the immune system attacks connective tissue we say a person has lupus. If it attacks the beta cells of the pancreas we say they have type 1 diabetes. If it attacks the joints we say they have rheumatoid arthritis.
These are only a few of the more than 200 autoimmune diseases. Yet they all share one common attribute: inflammation. Answer = Nopalea
Putting the fire out
Inflammation arises because of:
- Toxins
- Injuries
- Emotional distress
- Nutrient deficiency
We simply must reduce our toxic exposure to reduce the chances of developing an autoimmune disorder. And we must also develop emotional coping strategies and have all of the nutrients we need in our body in the right quantity – every moment of every day. These are the first steps to reducing inflammation. Answer = Nopalea
We can help douse the fire with anti-inflammatory Betalains such as those found in TriVita’s Nopalea . A Betalain is a protein-antioxidant complex found in certain plants grown in hot climates. The hotter the climate, the more Betalains the plant needs to survive and the more we can benefit.
Nutrient strategies
According to most authorities, everyone needs to be taking a multiple vitamin and mineral supplement every day. This is even more important for people trying to tame their immune system in an autoimmune flare-up. We also need to eat foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and take Omega EFA supplements. These fats not only help reduce inflammation but they also make your immune system work smarter, not harder. Antioxidants are critical to putting out the fire of inflammation. Betalain "protein-antioxidants" are extremely powerful anti-inflammatory nutrients. Finally, Vitamin B-12 and adaptogens form a bulwark against the blues and physical stress.
We are a nation on fire. This is at the heart of the near epidemic of autoimmune disorders we are facing. Strategies of nutrients and nurturing will help us fight inflammation and help us with what we do best: heal!
Take Control of Your Health
- Remove household cleaners from your living space
- Keep clear of chemicals such as fertilizers and pesticides
- Select certified organic foods when possible
- Take a multiple vitamin/mineral supplement
- Eat foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids
- Salmon, tuna, herring and other fatty fish
- Walnuts (especially English walnuts)
- Take an Omega EFA supplement
- Help your body reduce inflammation with Betalains found in Nopalea
- Protect yourself from emotional distress with and adaptogens
Posted by: admin on: April 26 2012 • Categorized in: Nopalea
Whole Foods & Health
Humans are designed to eat food.
Minerals from the soil are broken down by bacteria from large, rock-like molecules into tiny molecules often bound to protein. These miniature minerals are absorbed by plants. Plants use soil, water, air and sunlight to create active minerals and vitamins. We eat the plants and gain the benefits of their work. (Sometimes we eat the animals that have eaten the plants.)
We are designed to digest plants and extract the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. We are designed to desire the plants as food. Culinary artists tell us that we have large taste buds for sweet, salty, sour, bitter and acrid/pungent tastes and smells that attract us to various foods; these taste buds trigger cravings before we eat and satiety after we eat.
The journey of digestion
Hunger will be triggered if our brain detects a deficiency in any nutrient. These include "macro" nutrients like carbohydrates and sugars, protein, fats, water and fiber. It also includes "micro" nutrients like calcium, magnesium and Vitamin C. In a wonderful way, our body communicates the nature of the deficiency. For example, we crave sweets when we need Vitamin C . Cravings are the language our body uses to communicate its needs. We need to use our brains when interpreting this language!
As we anticipate eating a food that satisfies our cravings, we begin to salivate and our stomach prepares to receive the food. Microscopic particles of our meal enter the bloodstream and lymphatic system as we chew the food. This triggers our small intestines, liver, gall bladder, immune system and hormone regulatory system to prepare for the next steps of digestion and assimilation.
Macronutrients have special enzymes that break out the vitamins and minerals we need from the foods: Amylase for starches, Protease for proteins, Lipase for fats, etc. These are present throughout the digestive tract, but they are concentrated in the first 10 inches of the small intestines. Without whole foods, these special enzymes will not be released. Without these enzymes, vitamins will not be liberated from the food.
Renting your vitamins
You have actually seen evidence of vitamins that were rejected by your body because they were not properly digested. You may not have recognized the signs. But, have you ever seen your urine change colors after taking a vitamin? This is a sign that the vitamins were rejected. You didn’t "buy" the vitamins, you merely rented them! Do you want to know how to keep the vitamins you take?
The answer is simple: Humans are designed to eat food. Take your vitamins with food and you will increase your chance to absorb them. If you have indigestion, try one of the over-the-counter digestive enzyme blends to help out where you may be deficient. Use probiotics from fermented foods as a digestive aid as well. Most important: start with food-based vitamins for the best absorption!
Food-based nutrients
Remember, humans are designed to eat food. That is why we created VitaDaily AM/PM and Wellavoh for Women and Men in a whole food base. VitaDaily contains 25 whole food concentrates that represent many of the foods we eat the least in North America. TriVita Kids Multi-Vitamin also contains 25 whole food concentrates and digestive enzymes for support. Wellavoh contains over 30 whole foods in different blends, including a special blend to aid digestion of the nutrients.
Cravings are your body’s way of communicating needs and deficiencies. Taking your nutrients should erase your cravings and make you feel better. But, they won’t do their job if they are not digested. Use whole food supplements as a Foundation for the nutrients we need for health today and a healthier tomorrow!
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Building and Restoring Your Memory
What do you remember?
Earlier this year I wrote a Weekly Wellness Report on how to make a memory. Do you remember the key points from that article? To recap: occasional memory lapses usually indicate you are distracted by stress. Rehearsing things you want to remember will help and practicing new things that you have learned will help as well. Because new behaviors create new pathways in your brain, learning something new such as a new language or musical instrument can improve your overall memory.
Stress kills your memory. Nutrients such as Omega-3 , Vitamin B-12 and anti-inflammatory antioxidants such as those found in Nopalea™ help rebuild and restore your ability to remember. With all of these tools at your disposal you have access to the power of a healthy memory.
New data!
In my research on how to build or improve your memory, I found three articles in the medical literature that were impressive to me. Let me tell you about them.
- The first article discussed the attempt to reduce heart disease by reducing homocysteine with Vitamin B-12. Now, the form they used was not even close to our HCY Guard formula. It was an "oral" form; they did not deliver the supplement sublingually nor use the critical nutrient Biotin to complete the B-12 family – as found in Dr Libby’s original, patented Sublingual B-12, B-6 and Folic Acid . So, they did not achieve the level of homocysteine reduction they could have if they were using the complete B-12 family of nutrients and delivering them either sublingually or by injection.
Still, the results against homocysteine were adequate. The formula did not change the heart attack risk. But, it had an unintended benefit in that Vitamin B-12 improved the memory of the senior adults that took it. The study conducted at the University of Oxford demonstrated that people taking Vitamin B-12 had better memory, less brain atrophy (shrinkage) and less white matter damage as well.
Hooray for B-12!
- Another study published in the Food and Nutrition Bulletin measured levels of Vitamin B-12 in women during pregnancy and the mental status, occurrence of mental illness, and "cognitive functioning" in their children nine years later. The results were clear: the better the B-12 status in mom, the better the brain in the child! Pregnant women need Vitamin B-12 if they want smart babies!
- The third study focused on the 16% of 70-year-olds that have "cognitive impairment." Half of those with measureable impairment at age 70 will go on to have full-blown Alzheimer’s disease. In this group, they found that the impairment could be improved with Vitamin B-12 therapy and that the cognitive decline toward Alzheimer’s disease could be slowed.
Hooray for B-12 !
Foundations for a healthy brain and memory
We have developed a package of nutrients that we call the Healthy Foundation Pack . It contains Sublingual B-12 , OmegaPrime , a multi-nutrient complex and Vitamin C . Each of these nutrients has direct application to creating a healthy brain at any age.
We have just discussed the impact of Vitamin B-12 on healthy memory. OmegaPrime contains the Omega-3 essential fatty acid DHA (docosohexanoic acid). Two-thirds of a healthy brain is made of fat and three-fourths of the fat in the brain is DHA. That means that half of your brain is DHA. OmegaPrime contains the stuff your brain is made of!
A multi-nutrient complex is an important foundation of health for the entire human body. But did you know that specific studies have shown cognitive improvement with a multi-nutrient complex ? Three "blinded" studies of children show significant differences between kids who take their multi and kids who don’t. That data applies to adults as well.
Finally, Vitamin C is important to protect the brain from oxidation and stress. Oxidation occurs when there is not enough oxygen to parts of the brain, such as with seizures, migraines or snoring. Stress directly damages the hippocampus – the memory-forming and memory-retrieval area of the brain. Vitamin C protects against that damage and helps the injured brain repair.
Conclusion
Building a healthy memory and protecting what you have is within your power. Take control of your health and enjoy the benefits of a good memory your entire life!
Take Control of Your Health
- Reduce stress
- Increase physical activity and mental activity
- Learn something new
- Rehearse before an important event
- Practice and review the things you want to remember
- Learn something new (yes, I know I repeated this; but, repetition is the mother of retention)
- Nourish your memory with
Posted by: admin on: February 11 2012 • Categorized in: Nopalea
Getting the Sleep You Need
What’s stealing my brain?
There is a thief on the loose. It is stealing the ability of people to be healthy, think clearly and live a satisfying life. It is called sleep deprivation.
There are four common causes of disease: trauma, toxicity, deficiency and stress. Severe sleep deficiency affects more than 70 million people in North America – about 25% of the general population or 1 in 4 people. Episodes of mild sleep deficiency affect just about all of us. Sleep deficiency has been directly linked to more than 70 diseases and conditions, including:
- Heart attacks
- Stroke
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- Obesity
Since sleep deficiency is a cause or contributor to a poor quality of life and so many horrible diseases, doesn’t it make sense to do what we can to ensure peaceful sleep?
What is normal?
Men and women should go to sleep between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. and wake between 5 a.m. and 7 a.m. They should sleep between 7 ½ and 9 hours every night. It should take between 5 and 15 minutes to fall asleep and you should remain asleep all night. Sleep should be peaceful: there should be no thrashing, teeth-grinding, snoring or fitful sleep. Nightmares and night terrors are not normal; they should be investigated and resolved if they occur commonly. You should dream, but you may not always remember your dreams.
How do I know?
Many people have a sleeping disorder and do not know it. A bed partner may be a good source of information about sleeping habits, but there are two good signs of disturbed sleep requiring intervention:
- Fatigue – Fatigue is obvious, right? If you sleep all night and wake up feeling tired it means there is a problem. If you are sleepy throughout the day, have difficulty concentrating and tend to doze off if you sit still, then you are obviously sleep deficient, no matter how many hours you actually spent asleep.
- Hunger – The relationship between hunger and sleep is not so obvious. There is a balance between hormones that promote hunger and those that make us feel that our appetite has been satisfied. If you sleep well you should be hungry in the morning. If you sleep poorly you will not be hungry for several hours after you wake up. If you sleep well you should have no difficulty controlling evening hunger. If you sleep poorly you will be an uncontrollable eating machine in the evening! Evening hunger is often a sign of poor sleep.
…And my brain?
As we age, there is a tendency for our brain to actually shrink. Adequate amounts of sleep, Vitamin B-12 and Omega-3 DHA can help reduce this tendency and conserve your brain volume as you age. Perhaps even more important than the size of your brain is the ability to think. Sleep helps here, too.
A study published in Nature in 2004 gave problem-solving puzzles to people who had adequate sleep at night, people who slept during the day and people who were sleep deprived. The test was very interesting because you had to solve eight different puzzles. The puzzles were not obviously linked, but were connected by a hidden rule requiring a special human trait called "insight."
The human brain functions differently than animal brains. One of the unique qualities of humans is the ability to re-think and restructure our approach to problems based on abstract observations. We can gain this kind of insight by connecting things that don’t obviously appear connected and use this abstract knowledge to improve our circumstances.
People who sleep better at night have twice the insight of those who are either sleep deprived or who sleep during the daytime. Our brains simply work better when we sleep peacefully at night.
Sleep requires nutrients
Sleep is a very energy-intensive process. For peaceful sleep, we should take our Foundation nutrients to fuel the process of sleep. If we are having difficulty getting good sleep, try TriVita Peaceful Sleep™ – one of my favorite formulas!
Sleeping peacefully is a way to thwart the thief that is stealing the health of people all around the world. What’s more, sleeping peacefully may just be the cure for a generation of people lacking true insight!
Take Control of Your Health
- Make sleep a priority; set aside time for optimum sleep
- Limit caffeine to morning only – if at all
- Turn down lights in the evening
- Turn off computers, television and video terminals
- Practice deep breathing for 20 minutes at bedtime
- Take Foundation nutrients to fuel sleep
- Use TriVita Peaceful Sleep to help re-establish a normal sleep routine
Posted by: admin on: February 11 2012 • Categorized in: Nopalea
Top 5 Nutrient Deficiencies
Every year for more than 20 years the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has coordinated data into a report called the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). This information is used to help us understand what nutrients are deficient in our diet and in our food, and how these nutrient deficiencies may eventually lead to preventable disease.
The NHANES survey uses questionnaires to sort out dietary deficiency from absorption deficiency. For example, a person may have adequate Vitamin B-12 in their diet yet, after age 50, they may absorb Vitamin B-12 so poorly that blood tests will show a serious deficiency. Also, the process of homeostasis may leech minerals such as calcium and magnesium from our bones. While a blood test may show adequate levels of these minerals, a diet survey would indicate that we are not eating enough magnesium and calcium to sustain good health.
The following are the top five deficiencies when viewed from the perspective of dietary intake, absorption and "end-point" metabolism. End-point metabolism looks at the results of complex biochemistry rather than simply how much of a particular nutrient we eat or how much is in the bloodstream. For example, we may eat enough Vitamin B-12 and we may have an acceptable level of B-12 in our blood. But, if our homocysteine level is too high, we still need more Vitamin B-12. Homocysteine is an end-point indicator of Vitamin B-12 metabolism.
Vitamin C
Among the greatest deficiencies in the diet of people over 50 is Vitamin C. This is thought to be because of choosing "convenience foods" over leafy green vegetables (not a favorite at any age!). Signs of Vitamin C deficiency include:
- Weakness
- Weariness
- Unhealthy gums
- Nosebleeds
- Bruising
- Slow healing
Our energy-engine (metabolism) declines rapidly after age 50. As the metabolism slows down, we need more Vitamin C because our ability to utilize it is reduced. Eat leafy green vegetables and other sources of Vitamin C. Take a teaspoon of Vital C Crystals in the morning and a Vital C Crystal Tablet at bedtime for optimum antioxidant protection.
After age 30, our brains literally begin to shrink. After age 40, the "brain erosion" becomes measurable and serious. After age 50, we may find that we have lost up to 25% or more of our brain volume as compared to our youth. Yet, those with the highest levels of Vitamin B-12 in their bloodstream exhibit the lowest level of brain erosion.
Signs of low B-12 include:
- Mood and memory problems
- Mental fatigue and poor concentration
- Irritability
- Poor circulation
- Non-refreshing sleep
Our ability to absorb Vitamin B-12 declines with age; our ability to convert Vitamin B-12 into homocysteine-fighting metabolites declines as well. Supplement your diet with Sublingual Vitamin B-12 daily. Remember, the more B-12 in your bloodstream, the less brain erosion you may experience.
Speaking of "brain erosion," our brains are primarily made of fat. The most common fat in our brain is DHA (docosohexanoic acid). Signs of Omega-3 deficiency include mood disorders, such as depression and Attention Deficit Disorder. Other signs that we may need more Omega-3 include hormone imbalance in women and men, immune system imbalance such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, and chronic fatigue.
Increase dietary sources of Omega-3 such as cold-water fish, flax and walnuts. Add OmegaPrime® as a source of "fast-acting" Omega-3 from fish oil as well as "sustained released" Omega-3 from flaxseed oil and perilla seed oil.
Vitamin D and magnesium
Vitamin D comes from both dietary sources and healthy sunshine exposure. It is activated by exercise. Vitamin D is responsible for hardening your bones. Signs of Vitamin D deficiency include poor blood sugar balance, chronic pain, an unsteady gait and clumsiness, as well as numerous imbalances of the immune system and hormones.
Vitamin D is activated in your muscles and made useful in your kidneys. Both of these systems require healthy levels of magnesium. According to NHANES, many of us do not eat enough magnesium-rich leafy green vegetables. Signs of low magnesium include:
- Muscle cramps
- Indigestion
- Tremors
- Irritability
- Irregularity
Magnesium is found abundantly in plant-based foods such as sea vegetables, nuts and seeds, avocados and leafy green vegetables. Vitamin D can be manufactured with as little as 20 minutes of safe sun exposure daily. Because Vitamin D and Magnesium usually cooperate in nature, we put them in cooperative supplements such as VitaCal-Mag D™ and VitaDaily AM/PM™ . They are available in higher levels in Wellavoh™ (Men & Women) and Bone Growth Factor™ .
Conclusion
We can learn much from continued research into health and human nutrition. Yet, the same basic rules apply to us all. We must learn and live the 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness to have complete health!
Posted by: admin on: February 6 2012 • Categorized in: Nopalea
The Four Causes of Disease
Have you ever heard an orchestra playing a symphony? Every instrument has a unique sound. Each plays a unique part in the masterpiece. The conductor brings out the best in every musician. Even the acoustics of the surroundings enhance or detract from the performance.
This is an accurate description of the way we harmonize with our world. From the instant of conception, tiny cells are a symphony of activity and this harmony continues throughout our life. Cells join with the rest of the orchestra – the body – in harmonious music, always changing to meet new and varied circumstances.
We need harmony between our mind, body and environment. Our immune system usually provides it. But what happens when things go wrong? What happens if we are exposed to "bad" bacteria, viruses or other pathogens?
Disease and our immune system
Sometimes we ask the wrong questions when we start to experience disharmony in our body. Sometimes we seem to be asking, "What makes sick people sick?" As pertinent as that question is to a sick person, it is usually more productive to ask, "What keeps healthy people well – and how can I be one of them?"
Wellness is created in the way our immune system interacts with our environment based on our genetics, and modified by our behavior or lifestyle. In order to prevent disease and achieve wellness, we must experience harmony between our world and our immune system .
A good example of harmony with our world occurs with viruses. In medicine we know that viruses exist all around us just as they have always existed. During an epidemic there will be people who never get sick, people that get sick and recover and, unfortunately, people that get sick and die. The difference between these groups has little to do with the nature of the virus – it remains virtually the same in all three cases. The different responses are based on the harmony of each individual’s immune system.
Causes of disharmony – and disease
Four imbalances create disharmony in our immune system. They are:
- Trauma or injury – Injured tissues limit circulation by blood and lymph. Poor circulation allows waste created by the cells to accumulate and become a cesspool. Toxic waste becomes the target for infection and disease. Fortunately, appropriate exercise can help increase healthy circulation and intense antioxidant nutrition can help restore function to an injured area.
- Toxins from inside or outside the body – Toxins and poisons from our environment may also accumulate in our tissues and smolder for decades. These toxins become inflamed; inflammation creates the matrix for disharmony in the immune system, which may result in disease.
- Deficiencies in elements critical for life – Many people are deficient in oxygen though there is an abundance of air surrounding them. Oxygen deficiency causes acidic tissues; acid foments disease. Deficiencies in air, water, sunlight, sleep and nutrients are the most common causes of immune system disharmony. We can restore balance by attending to these basic needs.
- Immune-suppressing scourge of emotional distress – Emotional distress is an immediate trigger for immune system discord. As soon as a thought arises in the mind, it is already translated into a posture of the immune system. Fortunately, we can – through an act of will – change our thoughts to positive ones and have a harmonizing effect on our immune system.
Conclusion
We participate in this symphony along with the individual members of the orchestra within our immune system. We are not merely passive observers. Address the four causes of disharmony that result in disease. Take time to learn how to apply the 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness to harmonize your immune system so it works smarter, not harder.
Take Control of Your Health
- Enjoy activity daily to reduce the effect of trauma
- Insulate yourself against toxins with Healthy Aging nutrients
- Remove toxins passively with Nopalea
- Fill up deficiencies:
- Breathe deeply
- Drink pure water
- Sleep peacefully
- Eat nutritiously
- Take Healthy Aging supplements
- Reduce the impact of stress through healthy emotional/spiritual harmony and adaptogens
Posted by: admin on: February 5 2012 • Categorized in: Nopalea
Tools for Summertime Weight Loss
Nearly half of all people in North America make a resolution at the beginning of the year to lose weight. The next most common time for embarking on a weight-loss program is in the summertime: the "swimsuit season." So now is the perfect time for an encouraging article on how to reach your weight-loss goals.
Unfortunately, being overweight is not simply an ornamental problem; it’s not simply about how we look. It is about how well we are. It’s about how much energy we have for the people we love, and how much vitality we have for the commitments we make. It’s about how successful or unsuccessful we will be at reaching our goals and living a life of purpose and meaning. It’s that serious.
Mechanics of weight loss
Let’s review several steps for weight loss that we have gathered from expert sources:
1. Find your Ideal Body Weight range using the Body Mass Index chart below.
2. Calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) using the calculator below. This is the amount of energy you burn at rest. Reduce your daily calorie intake to match this number.
3. Decide how much weight you want to lose each week. Please understand, weight loss of more than 2 pounds per week is unrealistic and probably dangerous. Your goal is to lose fat; rapid weight loss usually comes from water (which you need), muscle (which you need) and bone (yes, you need that too!).
4. Get started: Reduce your caloric intake to match your BMR and increase your activity to burn ½ to 2 pounds of fat per week.
- Always eat breakfast.
- Never eat within 2 hours of bedtime.
- Morning exercise is better than evening exercise, but both are good.
- Never consume more than 400 calories in an hour.
- Eat according to an organized plan. For example, The South Beach Diet, Eat More – Weigh Less by Dean Ornish, The Sonoma Diet (my favorite Mediterranean diet plan), etc.
- Do both aerobic and resistance exercises most days of the week to meet your fat loss goals.
Remember, your sense of purpose will dictate your actions step by step!
Speed bumps
Somewhere along the way you are going to experience discouragement, disappointment or despondency. It may be when you hit a weight loss plateau. It may be when you see others doing what you used to do and the old habits pull at your heart. It may be when those inner voices – I call them my "counsel of critics" – start to tell you lies about failure and success. What do you do when you hit a speed bump?
The answer to this question does not lie in the "how – when – what" of weight loss. The answer lies in the "why." Your personal "why" gives you energy. It inspires you, motivates you and drives you to complete your journey.
Supplements for weight loss
Leanology® supplements are also an important part of weight loss. In many people they represent the critical difference between success and failure in lifetime weight control. However, you must always remember that they are supplements; they supplement a diet and exercise program. Use them wisely as an important part of your total wellness program.
Remember to let your desire fuel your action; let your actions harmonize with your sense of purpose. Simply be resolved to live a life of purpose and you will have the energy to get beyond the speed bumps.
Take Control of Your Health
- Plan a balance of calories and activity for lifetime weight control
- Eat 5, 7 or 9 servings of fruit and vegetables daily
- Plan aerobic activity most days
- Do resistance training 2 to 5 times per week
- Supplement with Leanology to support the four stages of weight loss:
- Energy and Metabolism: Leanology Weight Loss Capsules help increase metabolism and energy to support your body’s ability to burn more calories at rest.
- Cortisol & Stress Management: Leanology Weight Loss Capsules help to limit cortisol production in your body. Cortisol is the stress-induced hormone that can lead to abdominal fat.
- Appetite Control: Leanology Appetite Control Chews help reduce the natural hunger signals in your body to minimize cravings.
Blood Sugar Control: Leanology Nutritional Shakes help your body use the nutrients you eat as energy, rather than storing them as fat
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