Fucus Kelp: Anti Fat Supplement and Weight Loss Aid
02 Feb 2010 2 Comments
in Cholesterol, Diabetes, Nutrition, Weight Loss Tags: algae, bladderwrack, blue green algae, fucus, fucus vesiculosus, kelp, seaweed, thyroid, Weight Loss
I recently discovered an herbal supplement that has been reported to help with natural weight loss. I’m really not someone who believes in weight loss pills. So, I’m always looking for natural remedies to help improve my health and manage my weight. The product that I’m taking now is Aquazon.
This product has a seaweed or marine algae (Fucus) that is a century-old homeopathic remedy for weight loss, slimming or reducing weight.
Fucus (fucus vesiculosus), also called kelp or bladderwrack, is a brown algae seaweed found on the North Sea coast, the Western Baltic coast, and the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. It has been used for centuries in Europe for weight management and to stimulate lymphatic circulation. Recent studies have shown that fucus promotes healthy tissue growth, stimulates the immune system and helps maintain balance in blood glucose levels.
The main ingredient used from fucus vesiculosus is iodine which stimulates the thyroid gland to speed up metabolism. The increase in metabolism has the potential to initiate weight loss.
Fucus is used to increase/balance thyroid hormone activity, reduction of appetite/craving for foods and slow conversion of fats and carbohydrates into body fat.
Seaweed as kelp and fucus effectively stimulates the metabolism and helps with the breakdown of fatty tissue leading to a fast and safe way of weight loss. Other benefits are that the combination of natural minerals and trace elements within the seaweed also helps to control the appetite, elimination of toxins, assists in the fight against water retention.
Fucus is used for increasing/balance thyroid hormone activity. By many seen as a healthy way to beat the menopause weight with no side effects and many added benefits. Important source of bio minerals, trace elements, vitamins, essential amino acids and fiber.
Aquazon is a unique blend of Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae and Marine Algae (Fucus), a seaweed also known as kelp. This formula provides exceptional support to the immune and nervous systems. It also promotes overall health and longevity.
Benefits of Aquazon:
- Increases energy
- Rich source of trace minerals
- Promotes mental clarity and concentration
To Your Health ~
Melissa
Fiberzon and Fiberzon Plus: The Natural Way To Cleanse and Detox
26 Jan 2010 Leave a Comment
in cancer, Cholesterol, Diabetes, Nutrition, Uncategorized, Weight Loss Tags: cancer, Colon cleansing, Detox, Diabetes, fiber, healthy lifestyle, heart health, obesity, Weight Loss
I have found a secret to weight loss and improved health.
At one point in my life I was considered obese. I was obese because my body mass index was over 30. As we all know, obesity is linked to increased risk of cancer, heart disease and other health problems.
I was tired all the time and knew that I needed to lose weight. It didn’t take me long to realize that my terrible eating habits and lack of exercise had caused my body to accumulate toxins and excess weight. I decided to make a healthy lifestyle change by eating healthier and exercising in order to change my body. Then I discovered colon cleansing as a secret to better health and weight loss. By practicing a regular colon cleansing routine to compliment my healthier lifestyle I managed to safely and naturally lose 50 pounds and learn how to maintain an ideal weight.
Many people are walking around with excess weight, feeling lethargic, tired, and suffering with various aches and pains and illnesses due to auto-intoxication. Self-poisoning or auto-intoxication happens when the body’s elimination system does not function properly. Toxins are reabsorbed into the blood stream and spread throughout the body. When this happens the colon becomes sluggish or clogged and cannot properly process and eliminate food wastes and toxins.
Are You Feeling Sluggish and Slow?
It all starts with understanding how important regularity is to optimal health. If you eat three meals a day, you should have three bowl movements a day. If you are not eliminating waste products from the body, then there is a buildup of waste matter in your body. Like a backed-up toilet in your home, excess waste can collect and putrefy, causing a toxic colon.
Don’t Ignore These Facts -
- Colon cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States
- Digestive disorders kill 200,000 Americans every year
- 25 million Americans per year see a doctor for constipation, spending billions of dollars on laxatives
- Digestive stress is linked to 90 million doctor visits annually and over 65 different health challenges
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- Healthy Colon
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- Toxic Colon
Over the years, I have tried several different methods of detox and colon cleansing with successful results. Recently I was introduced to a new cleansing product that I am very happy to share with you. My daily colon cleansing routine includes a combination of Fiberzon and Fiberzon Plus. Both products are a synergistic blend of fibers and botanicals that have been used for centuries for their detoxifying, energizing and revitalizing properties.
By taking the Fiberzon products I am experiencing the benefits of a healthier colon and proper elimination along with:
- mental clarity
- increased energy
- fewer toxins
- gorgeous skin (see my picture
) - weight loss/maintenance
- stronger immune system
- healthy joints
- improved digestion
Fiberzon works like an intestinal broom to gently cleanse and eliminate unwanted toxins from your body and maintain a healthy intestinal tract. It comes in a powder form that includes psyllium husk and slippery elm bark. You can blend Fiberzon with water and take first thing in the morning and before bedtime.
Fiberzon Plus is a gentle, yet more aggressive formulation than Fiberzon. It contains 34% pure Fiberzon, as well as a special blend of rhubarb root and Sangre de Drago sap for additional digestive support. Begin by taking one Fiberzon Plus capsule daily before bedtime. The usual dose is one to three capsules daily. Increase your amount each day until you achieve the desired results. The amount required may vary with each individual.
Fiberzon and Fiberzon Plus can be used individually or together, depending on your preferred cleansing regime.
Most people are shocked to learn that the average person holds between 5 and 10 pounds of putrefied fecal matter and other foul material in the body.
So, are you practicing a daily colon cleansing routine? If not, what are you waiting for?
To Your Health ~
Melissa
How Sweet It Is: Healthy Natural Sweeteners?
18 Jan 2010 5 Comments
in Diabetes, Green Smoothies, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Are you someone who is health conscious like most people and looking for healthy alternatives?
Well, controlling sugar consumption is one of my concerns. I am not diabetic, but diabetes has affected several members of my family. Several years ago, I started my quest for healthy natural sweeteners. The reason for my quest was mainly in a continuous effort to be healthier.
I was never a user of the colored packets. You know what I’m talking about – - – the pink stuff, the yellow stuff, and the blue stuff. For many years there have been concerns and research reports on the excessive consumption of these low-calorie artificial sugar substitutes being harmful to the body.
Well, I’ve found a couple of natural sweeteners that I feel are healthy natural sugar substitutes. I use them to sweeten my coffee, tea, oatmeal, pancakes, green smoothies and other desserts and beverages. I’m referring to Agave Nectar and Stevia and understand that you can also use both for cooking and baking. I haven’t tried this yet, but I’ll have to keep you posted on that.
Agave Nectar
Agave Nectar (also known as Agave Syrup) is a natural sweetener made from the wild agave cactus plant and commercially produced in Mexico. It has a low glycemic index and has a consistency a little thinner than honey. It supplies the natural minerals iron, calcium, potassium and magnesium. The glycemic index and glycemic load are lower than any other sweetener on the market. Agave is sweeter than sugar and suitable for beverages and cooking. It is a great sweetener for cold beverages, such as iced tea because it dissolves quickly. Madhava is one of my favorite brands.
Stevia
Stevia is a powerful natural sweetener that comes from the leaves of a native South American plant. It is a non-caloric herb that has 300 times the sweetness of sugar; a pinch goes a long way. Stevia is available as a liquid and white powder. You can cook with it; and use it to sweeten your foods and beverages. It can also be used in preparing jellies, jams and sauces.
Stevia is attractive as a natural sweetener to people who are controlling their intake of carbs. It also has health benefits: it has anti-bacterial properties, and prevents high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes.
I have tried several brands and find that you have to experiment to figure out which one works for you. I prefer the powdered form and especially like adding stevia to my green smoothies. My favorite brand of powdered stevia is SweetLeaf. If you like the liquid form of stevia click here.
So, I would love to hear your opinion on these natural sweeteners. Also, are there any other healthy sweeteners out there that you can recommend?
Hormonal Imbalance and Chemicals Cause Stubborn Belly Fat
16 Jan 2010 Leave a Comment
in Hormones, Weight Gain, Weight Loss
Most people cringe when they hear the words stubborn belly fat. Not only do we cringe but we lean forward in anticipation of gaining some new insight about this toxic substance around the mid-section that can be so hard to get rid of.
What causes belly fat? Stress. Overeating. Fattening foods. Lack of exercise. Sluggish liver or thyroid.
As people age, they tend to gain weight around the mid-section as a result of a hormonal imbalance. Belly fat, particulary stubborn belly fat is becoming more and more of a huge issue for young people and older persons alike. Many take steps to improve their diets and spend hours in the gym doing cardio and situps to get rid of belly fat. Unfortunately, their hard work has been unsuccessful at getting rid of this toxic substance.
Why?
Stubborn belly fat is a result of a hormonal imbalance and the foods we eat that are laden with chemicals. Eating foods with fattening chemicals is another reason why our children today are affected with belly fat issues. This toxic substance that is stored as belly fat is dangerous because it causes tumors in our bodies.
The solution is to improve your nutrition, exercise, eliminate chemicals and take herbs to breakdown the fat tissue. Amazon Herb Co. has a natural herbal solution called Metabazon that supports healthy liver and pancrease function. Metabazon also balances your metabolism.
So, what’s going to be easier for you? Decrease chemicals in your food and take herbs to improve your quality of life? Or sit back and get frustrated as your belly get larger?
To Your Health,
~Melissa
Eat This Not That for 2010
30 Dec 2009 Leave a Comment
in Inspiration, Nutrition, Weight Loss Tags: childhood obesity, David Zinczenko, diet, healthy lifestyle, morbidly obese, Nutrition, obesity, super obese, Weight Loss
Did you know:
· Choosing Prime Rib over Baby Back Ribs at Outback will save you more than 2,000 calories?
· You can save nearly 500 calories and more than 20 grams of fat just by ordering your banana split at Dairy Queen instead of Baskin-Robbins?
· A Stouffer’s White Meat Chicken Pot Pie has as much saturated fat as 6 scoops of ice cream?
Last night I watched the premiere of the new reality show ‘One Big Happy Family’ on TLC, featuring the Cole family. When I saw the preview for this show, my first thought was ‘what in the heck is becoming of television?? But after several preview commercials, I told myself that I’ve got to see this show! If not for entertainment purposes, it has to be an educational experience.
The Cole family includes four members, and each is morbidly obese, weighing between 300 – 400 pounds. The mother is 36 years old and weighs 380 pounds. The father is 41 and weighs 340. They have two teenage children, a son and daughter. The son is 14 and weighs 308. And the daughter is 16 and weighs 348. She is no longer morbidly obese, but considered to be super obese.
It was amazing to watch them eat and enjoy morsel after morsel of rich, fattening foods as if they were in heaven, which I’m pretty sure they were! But what really got me hooked was to see that despite the onlookers, snide comments and embarrassing moments they each had high self-esteem for themselves. Also, the love and support shared amongst this family was truly awesome. It was inspiring to watch them make a decision as a family to change their eating habits and lose the weight to improve their health. This is truly what it takes because they got there as a family. And the only way they could make the change was to commit as a family. So, I’m curious to watch future episodes to see their challenges and how well they do.
Obesity is a major issue in our world today, especially childhood obesity in America. If you did not get a chance to watch this program last night, you might want to catch next week’s show. With 2010 only two days away, many people are preparing for a new year and one of the most popular resolutions made is to lose weight.
Losing weight is always on my new year’s resolution list….year after year. I absolutely love food and love going out to eat! So, like many people, I struggle with making good food choices to make sure that I’m being healthy. Also, I want to enjoy what I’m eating!
This morning I ordered a copy of the book ‘Eat This Not That! 2010: The No Diet Weight Loss Solution’ by David Zinczenko to add to my healthy living library. Everybody knows that diets don’t work and that it’s all about educating yourself and knowing what you’re putting into your body to live a healthier lifestyle. I’m looking forward to receiving my book to learn more tips and the meal comparison for what’s good vs. what’s bad to eat.
Wishing You Love, Happiness and Health,
~Melissa
