May 26, 2009

Boost HGH and Stay Young with a Powerful Combination
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy combined with regular exercise can keep you genetically 10 years younger! In a recent UK study, scientists compared physical activity levels of 1,200 identical twins with their cellular markers for DNA age. The results were incredible!
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Healthiest Foods on Earth List
We all should know Pineapple speeds post-surgery healing, Red Bell Pepper reduces risk of lung, prostate, ovarian and cervical cancer and Broccoli reduces diabetic damage... But what other foods help keep us healthy? Read The List >

HCG: The Weight Loss Cure You Should Know About
HCG stands for Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy. HCG helps to burn the mobile fat – the fat that is stored around the hips, thighs, belly, and upper arms. Read More >

Natural Supplements News

Vitamin D: The New Wonder Nutrient?
In a recent study, individuals were able to significantly improve various parameters indicating better cardiovascular health by taking 3,320 IU of vitamin D per day during a 12 month weight loss program.
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Calcium for Fat Burning
A new study showed that taking 900 mg of calcium per day increased the ability to burn fat for fuel. Read More >

April 28, 2009

Weight loss myths seem to always be around, whether they're on the Web, sent through e-mail or in the latest celebrity magazine.
Believing these ideas can cause you more harm than good. See the following answers to the most popular myths about weight loss.

1. If I drastically cut calories, I'll lose weight faster.

When you take your caloric intake down too low, you are actually sending your body into "starvation mode." Your body wants to maintain your weight when it "thinks" you are starving; therefore, your metabolism will actually slow down and you may not lose weight.

2. The stricter the diet, the better it will work.

The stricter a diet is -- such as completely eliminating entire food groups or eating just one food -- the less effective it will be in the end. You'll get tired of the allowed food and when you feel really deprived, you're likely to call it quits altogether.

3. I should get rid of my favorite less-than-healthful foods.

By treating yourself to your old favorites now and again, you'll stay motivated and you'll be less likely to give in to a binge. (Just make sure you get back on track after your treat.) Moderation is the key to successful, long-term weight loss.

Banish All-or-Nothing Thinking

4. Eating late at night will cause me to gain weight.

All things considered, it doesn't really matter when you eat, only how many calories you eat and burn in a day. Whether you're eating in the morning or at midnight, your body turns any extra calories into fat over the course of time. In fact, eating a light snack -- like cheese and crackers (whole grain) -- before bed may help you sleep better.

5. I shouldn't eat between meals.

On the contrary, eating a small, healthful snack between meals will help keep your blood sugar stable and your metabolism going strong. You'll also avoid getting too hungry so you don't overeat at your next meal. (YOU MIGHT EVEN EAT AN APPLE ON THE WAY HOME  SO YOU ARE NOT SO HUNGRY AT DINNER TIME).

6. Fat is bad.

Everybody needs to include some fat in their diet. Fat makes dishes more satisfying and palatable. Some fats are even good for you, like omega-3 fatty acids, which are found predominantly in fish and shellfish, and monounsaturated fat like that in olive oil. (PURIFIED FISH OIL IS HEALTHY FAT. WALNUTS, ALMONDS, AVOCADOS ALSO GIVE HEALTHY FAT).

7. Skipping meals will help me lose weight.

On the contrary, skipping meals may actually cause you to gain weight! Your metabolism plummets and you get overly-hungry when go too long without eating. Plus, you may not be reaching your daily calorie requirements which will backfire on you (Remember, eating too few calories can cause weight loss to stall). That's why eating the meal we skip most, breakfast, can actually help us lose weight.

8. Dairy is a "don't" on healthy diets.

With non- and low-fat varieties of most dairy products on the market, working dairy into your diet is a definite "do." Women in particular need the calcium dairy products provide, not to mention the fact that research has shown eating enough calcium can actually give our weight loss efforts a boost.

9. It all boils down to willpower.

Yes, willpower may be a factor when it comes to how we respond to cravings, but a lot more factors can impact our weight, including genetics, culture, home environment, activity level and health issues. The good news is eating a healthy diet and exercising can help you overcome these influences. (HORMONES CAN ALSO PLAY A MAJOR ROLE!!)

10. Drinking a lot of water can help me lose weight.

Drinking water in and of itself will not lead to weight loss. Of course, water is key to a healthy lifestyle and drinking enough has many benefits, but when people lose weight due to drinking water, it's most likely because they're substituting it for high-calorie juices and sodas (WHICH YOU SHOULD DO FOR BOTH HEALTH AND WEIGHT LOSS. DRINK WATER BEFORE EATING AND YOU ARE MORE LIKELY TO EAT LESS. PLUS - SOMETIMES WHAT WE THINK IS HUNGER IS REALLY THIRST).