New research finds limiting salt intake can be dangerous. As a whole, Americans consume far too much salt – on average 3,400 mg sodium or more daily (or about 1.5 teaspoons of salt). Our processed “fast food” diet is a major contributor – a bacon cheeseburger and large fry from McDonald’s clocks in at a … READ MORE
The real skinny on the “skinny fat” that blasts belly fat. If you’ve read my Fat Flush books, you know I’m a big believer in the power of “good fats” for weight loss! And when it comes to losing stubborn stored fat, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a critical fatty acid from the omega-6 family, has proven to do just … READ MORE
Find your motivation with five stories of losing weight and regaining health. Throughout my 35-year nutrition career, I’ve found the most gratification in seeing my clients and readers improve their health—and consequently their lives—with positive diet and lifestyle changes. Nearly 75% of Americans are now classified as overweight or obese. It’s a very real epidemic that has me … READ MORE
More than 50% of us have a lack of this fat metabolizer. It takes the right acid to create systemic alkalinity—the key to health, longevity, and weight loss. Yes, you heard that right. I’m talking about HCl here, the only acid your body actually produces on its own that is not a byproduct of metabolic waste. It … READ MORE
Why 7 out of 10 women fail their diets. It’s strange but true. Seven out of ten women fail their diets not because of a lack of willpower but because of a lack of support. A caring support system empowers all of us to cope with the emotional, social and spiritual issues associated with foods. … READ MORE
Rebounding moves sluggish lymph. While the circulatory system carries nutrients, oxygen, and hormones to our cells, the lymphatic system is the body’s garbage disposal. Its mesh-like network of tiny vessels transports lymph (fluid) from around the cells through the lymph nodes, where waste products are filtered out, unhealthy cells are trapped, and bacteria are destroyed. As … READ MORE
Stay trim with omega-rich oils. Walnuts…macadamias…pistachios…pumpkin seeds…avocados. Wouldn’t you love to start eating these “forbidden foods” again, and get off the dieting merry-go-round once and for all? Well, you can—and actually lose weight while you’re doing it. Focus on the amazing omega fats—that not only brim with flavor, but are bursting with health benefits. Besides … READ MORE
Prevent painful gallbladder problems naturally. Over 25 million Americans have gallstones—yet only 1 million get diagnosed annually. Sudden, sharp pain in the upper abdomen, under the breastbone, near the right shoulder, or between the shoulder blades usually signals gallstones, hardened cholesterol deposits ranging in size from a grain of sand to a golf ball. A … READ MORE
Spring into health with a cleansed liver. Spring is here! The world is finally reawakening and coming into bloom with renewed energy. And with the transition to spring comes another important renewal – it’s time to turn attention to your liver and its sister organ the gallbladder. The liver doesn’t get the attention that the heart … READ MORE
The truth about high fructose corn syrup, Splenda, Agave, and Truvia. Sit down at any restaurant these days. To sweeten your tea (or coffee) you can choose from the white, blue, pink, yellow, or maybe even green ”stuff.” While we know that white sugar has been associated with over 60 health ailments, what about the rest? Are … READ MORE
