You can lose up to 20 pounds—safely—in just 2 weeks!
Want to curb your appetite? Need to boost metabolism so you can successfully lose weight this spring?
With 67% of Americans overweight or obese, most people need to shed some pounds. Even 18% of today's teens are overweight. But losing weight can be dangerous if not done right.
The good news is that high-fiber drinks—especially when you add nutrient-dense berries—help you do just that! New Finnish research reports that a diet rich in berries can reduce inflammatory markers for metabolic syndrome, resulting in belly fat… Continue reading Categories
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March 19th, 2010You can lose up to 20 pounds—safely—in just 2 weeks!
Want to curb your appetite? Need to boost metabolism so you can successfully lose weight this spring?
With 67% of Americans overweight or obese, most people need to shed some pounds. Even 18% of today's teens are overweight. But losing weight can be dangerous if not done right.
The good news is that high-fiber drinks—especially when you add nutrient-dense berries—help you do just that! New Finnish research reports that a diet rich in berries can reduce inflammatory markers for metabolic syndrome, resulting in belly fat… Continue reading What Your Smile Says About Your Health
February 17th, 2010
For beautiful, kissable lips, use natural products, detox, and take your daily multi.
Is there anyone who doesn't have chapped lips this time of year? Or even worse—dry, cracked lips that hurt and bleed!
The trouble is, what you put on your lips—even simple lip balm—may not help. All too many ingredients in lip products are actually hazardous to your health.
A high-tech (laser-induced spectroscopy) analysis recently applied to four different lipstick brands showed levels of cadmium and lead—toxic heavy metals—that were much higher than permissible safe limits for human health. Not only can these… Continue reading Headaches? Parasites May Be to Blame
February 10th, 2010
Migraine may be an early warning sign of worms.
Do you get migraine or sinus headaches? If you also have a cat, you may have picked up Toxoplasma gondii, a dangerous parasite from your pet.
At least two recent studies suggest that headaches are an early warning sign of this inflammatory infection that—if unchecked—can lead to more serious neurological and immunological problems. While abdominal pain, anemia, fatigue, watery diarrhea, and even constipation are common signals of a parasitic infection, headaches can be another important clue in discovering and eliminating these "unwanted guests."
Originally considered a… Continue reading BPA in Plastics Linked to Heart Disease
February 3rd, 2010
Regular seasonal detox helps protect your heart and so much more.
Widely used in packaging, bisophenol A (also known as BPA) has been consistently associated with cardiovascular disease in American adults. More than 2.2 million metric tons of BPA are produced annually—in drink containers, food packaging, and the lining of canned goods.
Americans get additional exposure through dental sealants, drinking water, and inhalation of household dust. No wonder exposure to this toxic chemical is so pervasive!
Based on a new large-scale study of over 2,600 people with known BPA levels, researchers suggest that men in… Continue reading Can Disinfectants Create Superbugs?
January 22nd, 2010
Drug-resistant bacteria are becoming all too common.
Whether hand sanitizers or industrial strength cleaners, disinfectants are increasingly the first line of defense against bacterial infection. Ironically, this weapon may also be helping to strengthen our microbial enemies—superbugs that resist commonly used disinfectants and antibiotic drugs.
Recent research shows that disinfecting wipes—used to protect against MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylcoccus aureus)—can actually spread this prevalent superbug. Originally a hospital-based infection, MRSA has increased seven-fold in the larger community, striking gyms and locker rooms as well as outpatient medical facilities.
Scarier still, scientists now suspect that disinfectants can "train"… Continue reading Tired? Irritable? Trouble Losing Weight?
January 13th, 2010
An underactive thyroid may be to blame.
The thyroid gland is the body's energy burner and thermostat. When this gland slows down, so does metabolism, as well as heart and muscle strength.
Hypothyroidism (sluggish thyroid) is epidemic today, particularly among women, and the incidence of this condition only increases with age. Fatigue, menstrual changes, brain fog, depression, sensitivity to cold, unexplained weight gain, loss of libido, puffy face and extremities, constipation, delayed reflexes, and dry, thinning hair are only some signs of an underactive thyroid.
Dietary iodine deficiency, inflammation, radiation, surgery, and some viral infections… Continue reading 10 Ways to Have a Super 2010
January 1st, 2010
Sure-Fire Tips for a New You in the New Year.
Now that 2009 has become 2010, it's a great time to make some changes. Coming on the heels of so much holiday feasting, you're probably considering a weight loss diet as well as other ways to become a new you in the New Year.
Here are 10 ways you can slim down, energize yourself, optimize your health, and look as great and as young as you'll feel.
1. Lose unwanted pounds permanently. Whether you choose Classic Fat Flush (the New York Times… Continue reading Healing the Heart, A Sneak Peek at Fat Flush for Life
December 25th, 2009
Avoid "Hidden Factors" That Can Cause Holiday Heart Attack and Stroke.
'Tis the season to be jolly, or the saying goes. But just how "merry" is Christmas, really?
All over the country, emergency rooms report surges in holiday heart attacks. "A lot of it is physical," says Ralph McCleskey, MD, medical director of cardiac rehabilitation and the congestive heart failure program at Hendrick Health System in Abilene, Texas.
Overexertion that comes with the holidays (and shoveling snow)—combined with overeating, over-imbibing, and all that yuletide stress—can create a "perfect storm" for heart problems, particularly among people… Continue reading Winter Detox: A Sneak Preview of Fat Flush for Life
December 21st, 2009
What You Need to Know About Seasonal Weight Loss.
Detox can be downright dangerous in winter—unless you pay attention to the seasonal demands on your body. Fasting and detox drain your body of essential nutrients, particularly this time of year.
The influence of the seasons is one of the most vital—but overlooked—aspects of wellness. That's why I wrote Fat Flush for Life, the Year-Round Super Detox Plan to Boost Your Metabolism and Keep the Weight Off Permanently—with healing strategies to take advantage of your body's unique response to each season.
You can… Continue reading Womans World Cover Story: My 24-hr Christmas Cleanse
December 14th, 2009
A Sneak Preview of Fat Flush for Life Principles - Even in Winter, You Can Still Cleanse, Lose Weight, and Be Healthy.
Should you detox in winter? While I don't generally recommend it long-term, I've found ways to cleanse—even right around Christmas—safely and effectively.
In fact, one Woman's World reader who tested my one-day detox lost five pounds and four inches. "In one day, you can lose all the weight you've gained since Thanksgiving!" You, too, may want to consider an easy one-day juice diet—before the next round of holiday goodies… Continue reading 
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