I’m always amazed at how so many people overlook the importance of nutrition when trying to slim down. I think it has been banged into our heads to eat little portions… the smaller the portions the faster you lose weight, right?

Honestly, I hate it when Dr.’s give older clients gloom and doom. Just because their older doesn’t mean there is no hope for their health.

And that’s the same way my client felt… that there should be something she could do to help her condition. And she was right! Her Dr. told her it was “old age” and that she would have to take pain pills and anti-inflammatory’s for the rest of her life. She refused the pain meds, they don’t agree with her anyway.

Get your pen and journal out! It’s time to get real about your emotional eating. I know it can be a vicious cycle if you allow it to progress, but let me show you a quick trick to help you understand your own behaviors and break free from the destructive pattern… Lets let go…

I was so excited yesterday morning. I sent out an email to my ezine list giving out 3 free spots for my new Weight Loss Program. It’s still in beta mode and wanted some volunteers to help me refine it and get it perfect…

The first email I receive back educated me well!

What would you do if you were given a second chance at life?

Most people will never have to face this reality right? With the obesity epidemic in the U.S. alone, you’re actually dead wrong! Obesity is quickly becoming a dangerous killer to so many of us.

Being overweight doesn’t actually kill you;

I’ve seen many bad exercise habits first hand. They’re not only bad habits, but they’re bad choices that are going to affect your health in the long run. If you’re guilty of any one of these, it’s time to make a change now.

Working out on an Empty Stomach

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Brussels Sprouts

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So there I was in utter self-pity and denial. Not really surprised by the results, but dealt with a decision. My blood pressure was high, my heart rate too high, pre-diabetic… both of my parents are insulin dependant diabetics, so I already know the risk in my own life. This was 4 weeks ago…

I’ve been through many diets, trends, and enough failure that I’ve come to realize your hormones affect the way you lose weight. I’m not negating exercise and watching calories, but the key to a healthy metabolism is healthy hormones. They key to adding years of quality to your life.

I’ve used this remedy many times over and it never fails to bring me back to my center and remember what I have going on at hand. It gives you that “I can do it” feeling again. It’s nice when you feel you’re not going to make it through a particular situation. When I was waitressing, I kept a bottle of this in my apron and used it all the time,