Answers to help flush your fat and purge fluid buildup—with the best results.
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Q: Can I personalize The Fat Flush Plan a little, or do I have to adhere to it 100%?
ALG: Fat Flush is based on principles, rather than hard-and-fast dos and don'ts. So, the short answer is yes, you certainly can personalize this program. But, the more you can build your meals around Fat Flush elements—the fiber-rich Long Life Cocktail, hot water and lemon, lean protein (including Whey Protein and… Continue reading Categories
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January 26th, 2011Answers to help flush your fat and purge fluid buildup—with the best results.
You’ve got questions? I’ve got answers.
Q: Can I personalize The Fat Flush Plan a little, or do I have to adhere to it 100%?
ALG: Fat Flush is based on principles, rather than hard-and-fast dos and don'ts. So, the short answer is yes, you certainly can personalize this program. But, the more you can build your meals around Fat Flush elements—the fiber-rich Long Life Cocktail, hot water and lemon, lean protein (including Whey Protein and… Continue reading Even Couch Potatoes Can Beat Those Winter Blues
January 17th, 2011
Lighten up.
Seasonal Affective Disorder—starting in late fall with light deprivation—and subsiding with the longer, sunnier days of spring, is becoming an increasingly frequent type of depression reported by many of my clients—especially those between 15 and 55 years of age. Up to 20% of Americans experience depression during the winter months—called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). And that's too bad, because the fix is so simple!
Did you Know?
Symptoms are similar to other forms of depression: lethargy, fatigue, decreased energy, lowered sex drive, avoidance of social activities, sadness, concentration problems, and irritability. SAD can make… Continue reading Why Perimenopause Can Strike As Early As Your Mid-30s
November 8th, 2010
Balance hormones when signs of the "Change" come too early.
Bloating, brain fog, depression, dizziness, fatigue, insomnia, loss of libido, menstrual irregularities, migraine, thinning hair, swollen ankles and/or feet, vaginal dryness, water retention, and weight gain are common symptoms among menopausal women. But while they don't recognize the cause, all too many women start to experience these complaints—signs of perimenopause—starting in their mid-30s.
"It's not unlike a bad case of premenstrual syndrome," explains Gloria Bachmann, MD, professor and chief of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive sciences at Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine. But… Continue reading Get Down-to-Earth to Fix What Ails You
October 29th, 2010
Ground yourself to slash belly fat and zap hot flashes, sleeplessness, and stress.
Which of these scenarios would you prefer? Trouble falling asleep only to awaken several times each night, muscle pain and leg cramps, plus hot flashes. Or this? Falling sound asleep with reduced back, leg, and neck pain, plus fewer hot flashes?
That's a no brainer! Anyone would take the second option over the first. But wait, what if that meant taking drugs with dubious or even dangerous side effects? In that case, many of us might try to live with… Continue reading The Breast Cancer Risk That Nobody Talks About
October 8th, 2010
Radiation from electrical and wireless gadgets can damage DNA and activate tumor growth.
Israeli scientists have found that low-frequency electromagnetic fields (EMFs)—produced by cell and cordless phones, hair dryers, electronics, faulty wiring, microwave ovens, PDAs, power lines, TVs, and WiFi—have "a statistically significant influence on the formation" of the commonest form of breast cancer.
Following close to 1,300 clinical case records of older women—those with the highest incidence of mammary tumors—for over 26 years, researchers report that these women used personal computers at least three hours a day, as well as mobile phones… Continue reading Is Your Bedroom Keeping You Awake at Night?
September 24th, 2010
A little electronic "feng shui" can help keep EMFs at bay.
A new study in the journal Sleep links insomnia with increased risk of mortality, "a risk that has been underestimated," Penn State scientists say. Recent California research suggests why you need your sleep: Insomnia has been linked to anxiety and depression, diabetes and heart disease, as well as accidents, daytime sleepiness, and decreased workplace productivity.
The hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle, melatonin, also regulates essential immune and inflammatory processes that help explain its importance in overall health. Melatonin is produced in the… Continue reading Why Your Kitchen Is Killing You
September 10th, 2010
Household cleaners still send kids to the ER—and have been linked to breast cancer.
From deadly drain and oven cleaners to abrasives and biocides (antibacterial products that can raise the risk of superbugs), common household cleaning products contain far too many environmental toxins. Over the past 17 years, common cleaners sent close to 270,000 children to the emergency room.
While child-proof packaging has substantially reduced the risk of preschooler poisonings, spray cleaners (that typically don't have child-resistant caps) account for approximately 40% of ER visits. "People don't realize that the handle can be… Continue reading Have a Stress-Free Labor Day
September 3rd, 2010
Enjoy some of my favorite easy recipes for summer's last holiday weekend.
Whether you're vacationing over Labor Day or fleeing hurricane Earl, make sure your last summer getaway is as free of stress as possible.
Stormy seas aren't the only concern for beach goers. Poor water quality—in our ocean, rivers, and lakes—can lead to GI distress, as well as ear and respiratory infections. West Coast beaches have had shark alerts, parasites often infest fresh water, and flying Asian carp can put a damper on Great Lakes swimming.
No matter where you're spending the weekend… Continue reading Trouble Sleeping?
August 20th, 2010
Your brain affects how often you awaken at night.
Does the slightest sound—thunder or a toilet flushing—wake you up, while others seem able to sleep through their alarm clocks? New research in the journal Current Biology offers clues to explain this.
Scientists find that bursts of brain activity—or sleep spindles—that occur only while you're snoozing protect the brain from noise at night. While they don't yet know why some people have more sleep spindles than others, these researchers hope to create a "utopia for sleepers" in the home, hotel, or hospital.
"In recent years… Continue reading Has Summer Damaged Your Hair?
August 13th, 2010
Don't let chlorine, salt, and sun fry your crowning glory!
Got beach—or pool—head? Discolored, dry, frizzy, straw-like hair, and even hair loss can be all too common this time of year.
Technically, hair can't "burn" the way skin does. But after only three days of sun exposure, the scale-like cells covering each individual hair shaft start to pull off. This not only makes your tresses look dull but also allows your hair to dry out, becoming brittle and fragile.
Heat alone appears to contribute to hair loss. Dermatologists at the University of Miami Miller… Continue reading 
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