Saturday, February 6, 2010
Friday, February 5, 2010
Recommended Weight Loss Products
More Americans than ever are losing their battles with weight loss as the number of obese men and women in America has doubled in the past 30 years. Nearly 60% of Americans are overweight or obese today. Listening to all the weight loss methods and messages out there can confuse you and make you forget about the very important basics to keeping your weight down. If you are one of the many struggling to keep your stomach from overlapping your belt, this information might well be exactly what you’re looking for.
Causes For Weight Gain
It is very easy in this day and age to fall into a lot of habits that can contribute to that dreaded weight gain. Below are a few of the many reasons why so many Americans are becoming overweight:
Before heading out to the grocery store and loading up on low-fat, low-carb convenience foods, be sure to read the labels. Many low-fat, low-carb foods have more calories than the “normal” food.
Weight Gain Prevention
Physical activity is a big factor too. Approximately one third of Americans do not get enough physical exercise. Instead, we spend most of our time sitting at our computers, watching TV, driving instead of walking, taking the elevator instead of the stairs, or taking any other kind of short cut that allow us to work less. It is recommended that you get 30 minutes of moderate exercise per day such as a brisk walk or a bike ride.
By sticking with the basic guidelines profiled above, weight loss and maintenance can be achieved, and with only a few minor changes to your lifestyle! There are no quick fixes or magic methods. Losing weight and keeping the pounds off does not come easy for many people. The idea of eating less and moving more should be the common approach.
Recommended Weight Loss Products
If you are looking to lose weight with the help of weight loss products then here are a few that we recommend. Keeping in mind that there is no magic pill that will lose the weight for you, you should know that there is a great selection of products out there to help you on your way to a fitter you. These products are designed to curb your appetite, give you more energy, stabilize your hormones and boost your metabolism:
So you're significantly overweight, but you can't take stimulants… So what do you do? Take stimulant-free Anorex (Leptoprin)-SF: a truly powerful, safe, clinically proven fat-loss tool, perfect for anyone who is unable to take advantage of the original Anorex (Leptoprin) formula. But does it work? You bet it does! You can order Anorex online at eVitamins.
Weight loss is a challenging ordeal for most people. It's even harder if you have high blood pressure, thyroid complications, are taking an MAO inhibitor, or have a history of heart complications. As you may know by now, you simply can't take many weight loss products. They can counteract with some types of medication and cause adverse effects. TrimSpa™ X32 works to help you lose weight and increase your energy level without the use of ingredients that may counteract your medication or sensitive metabolism. You can order TrimSpa X32 online at eVitamins.
I BioSculpt is a revolutionary, new, stimulant free, weight loss product that works while you sleep. It is engineered to make you lose fat, weight, increase energy, and develop muscle. You don't have to count calories, restrict your diet, or exercise to see results. Normally our metabolism slows down as we rest at night, but with BioSculpt you can keep it up and lose weight while you sleep! You can order BioSculpt online at eVitamins.
The original formula Lipodrene is available again! Lipodrene suppresses your appetite with Hoodie Gordonii while giving you the energy you need to get through your day. You can order Lipodrene online at eVitamins.
For more information about weight loss and weight loss products please visit the eVitamins site.
Click here to visit the eVitamins web site.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Top 3 Ways to Clobber Cholesterol
by Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N.
September is National Cholesterol Education Month. And although we hear a lot about it, many of us may not understand the basics of cholesterol or what can be done to help manage it. Unfortunately, there are no outward signs if you are having a cholesterol problem, making it even more important to get the facts.
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a fatty substance that cannot be dissolved in your blood stream. It must be transported out. Cholesterol moves through your blood stream via proteins called, lipoproteins. Too much of the "bad" cholesterol or Low Density Lipoproteins (LDL), can lead to clogging, while High Density Lipoproteins (HDL), or "good" cholesterol, carries cholesterol away from your arteries to keep you healthy. As you can see, you want less of the bad stuff - LDL - and more of the good stuff - HDL.
Where does cholesterol come from?
I'm sure you've seen the same TV commercials I have about the two sources of cholesterol -your body and your diet. It's true. The cholesterol created in your body is made naturally in your liver as a protective agent to combat the bad cholesterol. Meats, whole milk, cheese, butter, eggs, and convenience foods inject additional amounts of cholesterol into your diet, which is why it's recommended you limit your consumption of these foods. But that's not always easy to do.
With today's on-the-go lifestyle, many of us eat at fast food restaurants or heat up a pre-packaged dinner in the microwave. These foods are often laden with unhealthy oils and fats that cause your cholesterol intake to go through the roof.
Natural solutions to clobber cholesterol
Here are a few food, lifestyle, and supplement options to consider to you help clobber cholesterol naturally:
Foods
Oatmeal and oat bran
Walnuts and almonds
Fish and Omega 3 fatty acids
Pears and oranges
Brussels sprouts, carrots, dried peas and beans
Lifestyle
It's recommended you get 30 minutes of regular physical activity most if not all, days.
Your diet should include lean meats, fish, skinless poultry, whole grain foods and fruits and vegetables
Herbs and Natural Nutrients
Policosanol. This is a naturally occurring substance found in rice bran, sugar and beeswax. It blocks cholesterol's production at the earliest stages, helps maintain normal cholesterol production in your liver, and fosters normal LDL cholesterol excretion by your body.
Green tea. Research suggests that the polyphenols found in green tea combine with bile and cholesterol to form a substance that cannot be absorbed by your intestines, so it's eliminated.
Garlic. Supports your heart muscle so it pumps strong and healthy and promotes your heart's ability to utilize oxygen.
Hawthorn Berry. Helps keep cholesterol from getting stuck on your arteries.
Coenzyme Q-10. CoQ-10 is a fat-soluble compound that provides energy for every cell, and is especially important for your heart. As you age, your ability to produce CoQ-10 declines. And, if you take cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, it lowers your CoQ-10 levels even further.
In addition to the above, I recommend Cholest-ExTM from Botanic Choice because it combines many of these nutrients into a single formula.
Regardless of your approach, I suggest you know your numbers and work with your health care provider to help monitor your cholesterol before it's too late.
Dr. Gary Gendron is a Clinical Director of the Integrated Medical Center in Bonita Springs, Florida and a specialist in nutritional health and vitamin therapy. He serves as advisor to Botanic Choice.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
How to Stay Healthy and Maximize Your Results on a Low Carb Diet
How to Stay Healthy and Maximize Your Results on a Low Carb Diet
We know that low carb dieting works, but did you know that nutritional
supplements can help it work better? First the basics on low-carb
dieting.
Q: What are carbs?
A:
Carbs (carbohydrates) are organic compounds that exist in foods as a sugar, a
starch, or a cellulose (a woody fiber). There are two kinds of carbohydrates:
Simple (refined) carbohydrates are “fast” sugars. They break down into sugar
fast in your system, and cause a rush of insulin to come to help process the
sugar, which then leaves your system unbalanced, with too much insulin. Simple
carbs like cake have been stripped of fiber and nutrients, then processed into
starchy, sugary foods like white breads, donuts, cookies, white rice, pasta, and
such. They sure help you gain weight! They can also lead to a dangerous
condition called metabolic syndrome, which can lead to diabetes and other
serious health problems.
Complex (unrefined) carbohydrates are “slow”
sugars. They break down into sugar slower in your system, and cause a slow
release of insulin, keeping a proper sugar-insulin balance. It’s harder for your
body to burn foods like brown rice and whole grains. These unrefined carbs also
make your body burn some fat for energy. These carbs give you slow, steady
source of energy.
Simple and complex carbohydrates are rated with
something called the Glycemic Index or GI. To find out more about the Glycemic
Index, click here.
Q: What does a low-carb
diet do?
A: A low carb diet (perhaps better named a low
simple-carb diet) strictly limits your carbohydrate intake, and forces your body
to burn mostly fat. It can do this because limiting carbs limits sugar. There is
less sugar to burn, so your body turns to all that extra stored fatto burn for
energy! That’s why you lose weight on a low-carb diet.
Be sure to ask a
doctor or health care professional if low-carb eating is a good choice for you.
Here are nutritional supplements from Botanic Choice that can benefit your
health during low carb dieting:
High Potency
Vitamin and Mineral Formula makes sure you have all the basics for health.
It contains high amounts of Vitamins A, C, D, E, B-1, B-2 and B-12 for your
protection, plus 12 more important nutrients and minerals.
Vitamin C is
recommended in addition to a strong multivitamin, because C has proven
antioxidant protection. Vitamin C is water-soluble, so it needs to be replaced
frequently.
Chromium GTF
has been shown to be part of the body’s “glucose (sugar) tolerance factor” and
this essential mineral can help promote fat loss while increasing lean muscle
tissue.
Calcium
Carbonate is good for the important calcium-potassium balance in every
cell.
Super EPA Fish
Oil gives you essential fatty acids known for keeping cardiovascular and
circulatory systems in the best health.
Round out your low carb dieting
program with a good fiber supplement like
Psyllium Husk
or Oat
Bran and try to fit in at least 20 minutes of brisk exercise each day.
Visit Botanic
Choice to learn more about low carb dieting and more ways to lose weight simply
and effectively.
These
statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. These
products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Consult your physician.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Lose weight one week at a time, naturally
| If you are having difficulty displaying the colour graphics in this e-mail, click here to view an online version |
| Lose weight one week at a time, naturally | ||||
| Slim one week at a time | ||||
| Just replace breakfast with One Week | ||||
| Lose weight quickly or gradually | ||||
| Why not start this week? | ||||
Please do not respond to this email, if you wish to contact us please click here. Terms, Privacy Policy. Copyright © One Week Health 2009 |