Frustration

You will note that my blog is not coming out on a rgular basis. It is very frustrating to do the research write for you, advertise my blogs on Twitter, and get no followers. Quite frankly right now I am considering the advisability of even continuing this blog. I am tired of talking to myself. It was my hope to bring you up to snuff on health, wellbeing and weightloss, but no one but I seem to care.

Nutrition Lesson 4 Wellness

A paradox. We require oxygen for life and yet as we use it, it is broken down into a form called a free radical. A variety of chemical forms are known as reactive oxygen species (ROS). These are toxic ro cells and tissues. Elevated exoposure to ROS creates an imbalance called oxidative stress. Cells and tissues can be protected from oxidative stress by dietary antioxidants. These are the primary defense against this stress.
When Oxygen is broken down from it's usual form of 2 molecules O2 to free radicals, this reactive element can become a true enemy of our health. These molecules are produced by environmental pollutants, cigarette smoke, fatty diets, as well as from normal metabolism. The best warrior against these damaging free radicals are antioxidants, as they are capable of neutralizing free radicals.
The proanthocyanidins in grape seed extract, known as bioflavonoids appear to be some of the most powerful free radical scavangers yet discovered. They are found in many types of foods, but only in small amounts.
Research suggests a strong role for bioflavonoids in the mainentance of sound cardiovascular function. This research originated from the low rates of cardiovscular disease in the French in spite of diets high in saturated fats. This apparent paridoxical situation has been attributed to the proanthocyanidins in the red wine consumed with most French meals.
Proanthocyanidins have also been researched in the US. Scientifically observed benifits include maintainence of capillary strength, vascular and immune function and healthy vision.
In the passed few years researchers have begun to understand the role of essential fatty acids, found only in certain forms of fats. There are only 2 essential fatty acids and alpha-linoeic acid (omega 3 fatty acid. These have been shown important to cardiac health.
Because the refining processes used for commercial oils remove nearly all Omega 3's, we don't get adequate amount in our regular diet. The most balance blend of essential fatty acids is Omega 3 to Omega 6 fatty acids in 3:1 ratio.
Linoleaic and Alpha-Linoleic acids are essential in the bodies biosynthesis of prostaglandins. Each playing a role in the creation of these important compounds. The ratio is essential in maintaining optimal biosynthesis of these compounds so essential to our bodily functions.
Fatty acids may help maintain normal blood pressure, healthy levels of triglycerides as well as levels of various forms of cholesterol, as long as we are healthy to begin with. Essential fatty acids are also essential in maintaining cell membranes in a , soft, fluid, flexible state. Cholesterol is incorporated into our cell membranes to regain structural rigidity. This process also helps to maintains already healthy levels of cholesterol in their healthy state.
There are numerous other nutritional complements in one of the finest nutritional products on the markets, but since most of these are specific in their formulation to one excellent company, and I wish to keep this blog neutral for the time being I will end my discussion of nutritional supplements here.

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Been busy. Will finish nutrition tonight. Been very busy.

Nutrition Lesson 3

Now to look at some nutrients beside vitamins. Co enzyme Q 10 is one of the most researched nutrients for the cardiovascular system. Apotent antioxidant essention for energy production at a cellular level. The body's ability to absorb and to synthesize this Co enzyme Q declines with age. As I mentioned in an earlier blog the cell's powerhouse is the mitochondria. Cells store energy in a a molecule called ATP (Adenosine Tri-Phosphate). Co Q 10 is essential in the making of ATP. ATP is synthesized in every cell in the body. Cells with the highest energy requirement like the heart contain the highest levels of CoQ 10. Co Q 10 is one of the most researched molecules used in the production of cellular energy in the US, Europe, and Japan for its role in energy production in the heart and other muscles. "Energize." A byproduct of energy production in the mitochondria are damaging free radicals. Co Q 10 not only assists in ATP production, but assists in scavanging free radicals. As an anitoxidant it is right up there with vitamins C and E and it assists in protecting the body from harmful free radicals. In addition to age there are other factors that can deplete Co Q 10. These include overall nutritional status, levels of B vitamins like Folate, vitamin C and a substance called selenium. Some drugs also lower the amount of Co Q 10 levels in the body, including cholesterol lowering drugs called statins, excessive exercise, and environmental stressors such as illness and extreme weather.


Alpha lipoic acid is also involved in mitochondrial energy production, and the recycling of oxidized Co Q 10. This system also helps recycle vitamin E, C and glutathione. Bioflavanoid complexes ehnace protective effectiveness of the antioxidants.


B vitamins are essential to energy production in carefully proportioned complexes. They help with the retention of normal homcystine levels. The US Centers for Disease control issued a statement that all women of child bearing age should consure 400 mcg of floic acid daily, to reduce the risk of having a child affected with spina bifida or other neural tube defects.


Minerals and trace elements are less than one half of one percent of the total nutrients we consume, yet without them our bodies would be less efficient in their use of carbohydrates, proteeins and fats. Many vitamins and enzymes require mineral co-factors for proper function. We will now discuss these minerals. Zinc is a component in hundreds of enzymes. It is involved in metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, as well as DNA and RNA replication. Zinc can function as an antioxidant and aids in healthy bone structure and developement. It also maintains healthy immune function, maintains vision and support normal fetal growth.


Selenium, already metioned earlier is and essential component of glutathione perioxidase antioxidant system and is improtant in Thyroid hormone metabolism. Research has also linked selenium to prostate health and protection of a healthy immune system.


Magnesium is essential in the body's production of bones and teeth, where 70% of the body's magnesium is found. It has been demonstrated to be involved in metabolism of carbohydrates, and amino acids, and is involved in normal neuromuscular contractions. It's also an activator of hundreds of the hundreds of essential enzymes required for life.


Chromium is important in glucose tolerance factor (GTF) that helps regulat insulin levels and healthy glucose metabolism. Poor diets and unhealthy lifestyles put stress on this system. Healthy insulin and glucose levels are essential for weight management and sustained energy levels that contribute to feelings of, and actual wellness.


Iodine is a crucial component in the the production of Thyroid hormones. These regulate growth, reproduction and the synthesis of protein. Supplemental iodine is especially important to vegetarians, those who avoid seafood, and those on a salt restricted diet. Most salt sold in the US has iodine added to it to prevent defficiencies.


Copper is essential in the synthesis of collegen, and a critical component of the ensym superoxide dismutase (SOD), an antioxidant in the cell's cytoplasm (the fluid inside our cells, in which all cellular organells are suspended), and acts as a catalyst in formation of hemoglobin.


Manganese is another important co-factor involved in the production of glycosaminoglycans (compunds that make up connective tissues, bones, arteries and other organs). It is also an activator of numerous enzymes, and can enhance the SOD enzyme system, increasing antioxidant activity.


Vanadium helps maintain healthy glucose levels, and is believed to play a role in healthy thyroid function as well.


Not all vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and co-factors are created equal. Remember that the bioavailability (the body's ability to absorb these substances) is not equal among various manufacturers. There are research articles that address the production facilities, their ability to always manufacture products of equal efficacy and the bioavailability of the product being produced.


Children and adolescents have very different nutrional needs than those of adults. The consistancy and bioavailability of these products are of equal importance.

Our next posting will deal with other substances our bodies require for optimal wellness, weight control and to reamin Energized.

Lesson 2 Nutrition and Wellness

First let me beg your pardon for my aweful spelling and grammar last night. I used the spell check. Well lets try again. Lets discuss the actions of various nutrients. Vitamin E is a well known antioxidant. One of the most important in our bodies, it protects the cell walls from oxidation. Vitamin C also protects the DNA inside our cells. It works with other nutrients to provide wellness by keeping cells and organs at their prime. Many clinical studies have shown that Vitamin E is not only important in protecting the cardiovascular system, but plays a role in immunity. Our bodies cannnot manufacture it. Hence we must either obtain it from foods or supplements. Most of us do not get as much as we need in our diets and many forms on the market are not highly bioavailable. Meats are poor sources, and only small amounts occur in butter, egg yolk, milk fat and liver. More, but still relatively moderate amounts are found in whole-grains, seeds, nuts and vegatable oils. As mentioned yesterday the body doesn't retain this vitamin as well as it does many others. The RDA for Vitamin E is 30 IU. This doesn't consider the things that cause us to require considerably higher amounts to maintain our health. Some of these are diet, life style, disease and exposure to pollutents. Many clinical trials show on average 400 - 800 IU per day can significantly benifit our wellness. Although we can't obtain this from our diets, supplements have been shown to have few mild or no side effects.

Vitamin C has many important roles. It is a co-factor for 8 different enzyme systems involved in the synthesis of collagen, ATP (our bodies cellular source of energy) synthesis within the mitochondria (the engine where the cell's energy production takes place), and hormonal biosynthesis. The RDA is 70 - 90 mg/day. Under normal conditions this meets the bodies collagen requirements. Collagen is a major structural component of the body. However, we need vitamin C's protection against free radicals and to fight lipid oxidation. It also supports healthy adrenal function, and regenerates other antioxidants, maintains immune function and promotes the integrity of our arterial walls. For these reasons the RDA is unlikely to be sufficient for most people.

Vitamin A can be dangerous in pregnant women. Therefore there are companies that produce what is called a provitamin (or substances used by the body to provide a safe form of vitamin A.) However, even in the use of prodrugs such as carotenoid, and beta-carotene which convert to Vitamin A only as needed, it would be wise to discuss supplementation with your Obstetrician. There is no risk of toxicity when taking vitamin A in this form. Vitamin A promotes healthy skin, a strong immune system and helps maintain good vision. In addition to vitamin A lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin are carotenoid antioxidants which are involved in protection against damage done by free radicals in the eyes and other organs. A few of the producers of vitamin A include these additional carotenoids.

In lesson 3 we will move on to less well known antioxidants that our bodies need for protection against free radicals.

Wellness and Nutrition lesson 1.

We have all been trained to believe that the US Dept of Agriculture's RDA is all we need in the way of vitamins and minerals to keep healthy. The RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance) is the barest minimum we need to function. Wellness requires considerably more than the RDA. We need many substances the the body cannot produce on it's own. Some say we get all we need in our food. Did you know that as food is pasturized or cooked large amounts of vitamins and minerals are destroyed. If we really want to energize our lives we not only need more than the RDA, but we need vitamins that are pharmaceutical grade and easily and thoroughly absorbed. It is true that we need to use care in the taking fat soluable vitamins. Most forms of Vitamin A are dangerous in pregnancy. Vitamin E is readily dumped by the body. Unless you are on Coumadin you need Vitamin K in your diet (common in green tea and leafy vegatables), and long ignored Vitamin D has been shown as neccesary not only in absorption of Calcium, but in the wellness of other body functions. We are exposed to dangereous oxidants in our environment on a daily basis. You are never to young to begin supplementation if it is done withe the proper products,, with the guidance of an expert, nor are we ever too old. It may surprise you to know that most vitamins and minerals bought in pharmacies and health food stores don't make the cut on consistancy of manufacturin in a pharmaceutical process, but neither are they of a grade where they are completely absorbed. This is refered to as highly bioavailable.
With highly bioavailable products you know you are getting all that is on the label which is made in a form easily absorbed by the body. Wellness requires among other things optimal nurtrition. Do you get your 5 servings of friuts and vegatables daily? Optimal nutrition includes such substances as vitamins, minerals., antioxidants, as well as other substances we consume in small amounts, as well as proteins, carbohydrates and fats in low glycemic nutrition. Glycemic levels in foods refer to the amount of insulin produced in response to eating the product, whether it will leave us with carbohydrate cravings, and the ability to avoid to a large extent the onset of Insulin resisitance in otherwise healthy people. As we get older we Boomers have been bombarded with oxidative substances all of our lives and as I mentioned in a earlier blog, >60% of Americans are overweight. However most of us never gets the amount needed to remain healthy.
It is true that maintaining the RDA will prevent acute deficiency states, but is that all you want. Not I. I wand to achieve the title of this blog Wellness, in most cases weightloss and by all of the to be energized to achieve all we wish. We won't even discuss fitness and exercise in this series. Remember that the RDA doesn't even take into accounts chronic nutritional deficiencies that require increased nutrient intake to correct. While the body isn't able to store many important nutrients, optimal levels of nutrition can make sure these substances are present for optimal function and protection from oxidants, many found in the pollution we are exposed to daily.
According to many surveys only a small portion of the US population even manages to get the minimum RDA's. Fewer than 1 in 5 consumes the recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables. It is common in the US that few consume adequate amounts of of important minerals, such as calcium, magnesium, zinc and copper. This is true for every age level, race and ethnicity. More and more meals consumed away from home in a fast paced life are relegated to fast foods. Our diet is "calorie rich and nutrient poor." The importance of getting adequate levels of minerals, and antioxidants as well as proper nutrition can effect your state of wellness for years to come. I will continue this series on nutrition supplementation in future blogs. There are publications that evaluate both production practices and bioavailability of nutritional supplements.
I will put out lesson 2 sometime this weekend. Hope to see you there.

I'm Back

Sorry I haven't been writing to you all, but my recent hospitalization, once again pointed out to me the fact that Wellness and excess stress are incompatible. Even when some of the stressors are things we enjoy. They inevitably are added to by the difficult stressors in our lives. Suddenely we aren't working on our fittness or using our all important diet supplements (and I don't mean what the government reccomends). That is barely adequate to keep us from getting Scruvey an Rickets (a quote from millionare Robert Allen. Our body need far more than most store bought vitamins can supply. Our guts do not absorb many vitamins and minerals easily. In addition to extra vitamins Wellness require potent fully delivered Antioxidants and flavinoids. I believe you should be checking out some of the health and wellness companies on line. MLM isn't a dirty word. You can be a simple customer and if you have done your homework get the same quality products used by professional athletes. However, you also need to consider your weight and BMI (your metabolic index. Anything over 25 is overweight and over 29 is obese. If you would like me to calculate this for you just send me your height and weight. I can plug it into a formula and viola, but you likely know already whether weightloss is an issue you need to consider. Some people use gyms. I prefer my own at home fitness device. You need to pay attention, because if Obama gets his way you will find that only if you are very poor will you get better health care. The rest of us will get far less. There is only so much to go round and the only difference is how you want to ration it. I am not a socialist and believe that if you are willing to pay for excellent insurance with the doctor's of your choice you should get it. When
Canada socialized it's medical plan, dozens of hospitals closed. I have met more nurses unable to find work in Canada working in the US than you would believe. Many Canadians with money come to the US rather than get on a 6 mos waiting list for a cardiac catheterization, only to wind up on another list for Cardiac surgery. I am a widow now, but my husband was originally from England. His first wife was on a waiting list for Heart valve surgery when she died at 25 yrs of age. So back to the common theme of this blog; Wellness, weightloss and fitness are choices it is up to you to make. They require time effort and yes a little extra money, but do you know what my hospital copay is going to cost? Trust me you would rather not.

Why we gain weight

The fact of the matter is that those of us who eat less and lose less are living survival of the fittest. There was a time when humans and to hunt and scavenge to survive. Although, we have undergone a great deal of changes, when it comes to eating or not and gaining weight, we need to think back to the beginning. I found many years ago that if I ate only one average meal daily, I gained weight. As my metabolism slowed with age and hormones I held on to even more food. We who struggle for slim beauty are actually those who are holding on to every calorie in case of draught or famine. We are learning that this is in large part genetic and runs in families. We boomers are now hard against the hormone, and slowed metabolism wall. There is hope and in an eventual blog I will discuss it further. I have lost 65# and over 30 inches. I am eating healthier with far better nutritional substances than I have ever tried before. Most people estimate may age at at least 10 yrs younger than I am, some more than that. Wellness has everything to do with Energizing for Weightloss and then carrying through with a program. A slip, doesn't mean you have to tumble down the mountain. Go back to what you were doing before.

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Boomers forever young

I was born at the very end of the Korean war. An idea of my age. I began to gain weight in my late 20's when my metabolism slowed down. I lost weight a few time, but never to my desired weight. This lweft me lacking in health, wellness and energy. About February of the year I went on a very serious diet. Ther are I belive 2 products on the market that work well at weight loss. Both include a significant amount of protein, fiber (both soluable and insoluable)based on the Glycemic index. An excellent combination. Fiber actually burns calories to digest, protein is an essential dietary ingredient as it causes the body to burn fat and save muscle, 1 low Glycemic index has been shown to decrease Insulin resistance the greatest cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. Ther are 2 products on the market that meet all of these essentials. I became an Herbalife Distributor and using the weight loss products I have thus far lost 65 lbs, enabling me to execise regularly on the Malibu Pilates. For about th3 5 years prior to this I was in and out of the hospital like a yo yo. My complexion was poor and my face looked like a baloon. I have been consistantly healthy since putting foth my efforts. Herbalife is a great product, but Usana has been rated the best amoung its nutriens for every part of the body. Thry are produced under the same pharmaceutical condition as prescription drugs. Their flagship product is Usana Essentials, their complete basic nutritional product. They also offer fantastic Antioxidents and Chelated Minerals. You can purhcahse the wohle nutrient line or the nutrients for each body system you feel you need. Of course you have a coach to assist you. They also have a weight loss product that begins by 5 days of REST which deletes you craving for carbohydrates. This is followed by additional steps that allow you to add exactkly what youyr bopdy needs while losiing weight. It is my intention to swith from being a Herbalife Distributor to a Usana associate. Compared to purchaseing a business, home buisinesses are far less expensive. Once all of you are awre that I have a Master degree as a Nurse Practitioner, a post Masters in another NP specialty and I really know my health and medicine, I am setting asside money to begin as a Usaba Assicite. If you leave a comment with either your phone number or email I will be happy to contact you and explain fully both products, I know a brilliant Usana Associate who;a son is a Usana millionaire and I would be happy to put nyou in touch with her. Herbalife is also an excptional product and I would be happy to coach you in you needs there. You may simply puchase product or your own home business the choice is either. Distributors iNHerbalife and Associates in Usana, both use their own products extensively. They are ar both rated highly in thier filds, and though Herbalife make you mor sooner, if you are a Usana Associate, although you earn less initially, eventually your earninge rise exponentially. Again you may purchase produtcts alone, even those for skin health and appearence. The largest organ systme in the body and the last to receive nutrition. Please contact me.

Tired after a good night's sleep

There are many reasons that we may lack energy even after what seems to be a good night's sleep. However, there are many sleep disorders that do not support wellness or energy. OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) where the soft pallet and tongue swell from snoring or simply flop against back of throat when sleeping. This causes multiple gasps and short term unremembered awakening throughout night. This leaves one lacking energy, falling asleep on road or at desk. It is more common in those who snore and sleep on back. It is most common in those who require weight loss. In a nation where 65% of people are overweight it is a very common problem. It occurs to different degrees. Although there are treatments like CPAP (a breathing unit with a mask). Weightloss is often all that is needed to cure the problem. Take it up with your MD. Also, RLS (Restless leg syndrome) is jerking or tension in leg in evenings or early stages of sleep. Later at night it is called Intermittent Limb Movements and will awaken one numerous unremembered times nightly. Again, treatment is available. With proper nourishment, weight and exercise there are fewer instances of these disorders. We in the United States are under the misconception that the RDA (recommended daily allowance) of vitamins and minerals are adequate to promote health, but that simply isn't true. Although, they will proven Scurvy and Rickets they will not promote health in the bodies many symptoms. Most nutritional supplements are poorly absorbed and simply not made in a pharmaceutical grade. There are one or 2 companies who's products have gained recognition and approval, as being of the same grade as prescription drugs. These supplements, good low glycemic index foods and exercise will make all the difference in the world.

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Energize

We Boomers are begining to reach an age where we must now choose between Wellness, Energy and the lacke there of. Pay now or pay later. It is critical that we receive the vitamins and minerals necessary to slow aging. There are 2 companies out there that offer an excellent selection of vitamins, minerals, chelators. All these work at a cellular level to keep us well, and provide both Wellness and Energy. In order to exercise and remain healthy we need to get our weight to a healthy level. I myself have taken of 58 lbs in the last several mos. Now I am trying to get the nutrition I need in a pharmaceutical grade that my body will readily absorb. I have increased my daily excersise and am feeling like a nearly new person. I look younger daily. It is also important to find product to provide nutrition to the skin. It is the largest organ in the body. The first to greet pollutants and the last to be nourished. This blog will now once again be activated. Visit at least weekly.

Lack of Energy

Wellness provides us with Energy. However, a good part of remaining well is the need to exercise. Frequently as we age we try to do many of the things we once did when we weren't in need of weightloss to energize us. What happens then? How many of us suffer from back pain and sciatica. I saw a wonderful audio video program that does a fine job. Suffering from backpain, slows us down adding calories instead of wellness, and as we lie there an eat, weightloss becomes a thing of the past. Poor posture that we have developed by not exercising doesn't help very much either. I am going to try to paste in a link so that those of you who suffer from this problem can pick up what I think is an excellent and reasonably priced program. Take a look at it. Don't suffer on when you don't need to when all you have to do is follow along and find your way back to wellness again.

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Wellness inside and out

I have always considered myself a health care provider. It is only since I joined Herbalife natural herbal remadies that I developed myself into a Wellness and Weightloss Coach. Health is the absence of illness where Wellness is the presence of a sound body, mind and spirit. Once one experiences Wellness, one becomes Energized. Now it becomes importance for that wellness to extend to the outer person. Those of us Energized with Wellness now wish to acheive external beauty and yes, a form of agelessness. Many of us Boomers actually look better than we did 20 yrs ago. Why? Wellness and the way it has energized us. Herbalife (of course) has a magnificent antioxidant line, with some products providing glucosamine to the skin allowing it to plump, diminishing pore size, and diminishing any wrinkles. Sorry boys and girls, every few blogs I have to come back arround to the product that gave me Wellness, allowed me finally to experience Weightloss, and has made me feel Energized. Especially washing my face with daily vitamin C and Jojba seeds. This not only leaves my skin shining, but smells exactly like tangerine skins. It leaves me feeling so fresh. As usual I have begun a new product this month, I haven't been on it, but for a few days so it is too soon to give you a review. This drug is called Aminogen and it helps the body to break down proteins (which can be quite large) to its individual Amino Acids (Protein building blocks). It should make the protein in my diet more readily available to my cells. I hope to begin before long to begin Wellness classes with Herbalife samples at active living retirement settings. I would also like to go to these same places with our outer wellness products for an "afternoon at the spa." I hope these individuals in their Golden Years find them as invigorating as I do. I also hope they enjoy, not only the experience but the products as well. Shortly I will be trying a 21 day digestive cleanser. Were you aware after the age of 40 yrs your digestive tract became capable of carrying up to 30 lbs of toxins. Getting rid of these toxins is supposed to provide a feeling of wellness, and eliminate the need for laxatives in the older population that sometimes becomes laxative dependent. Again this product is filled with antioxidents and soothing herbs. I am missing my Energizing Herbalife Raspberry tea. It absolutly gives me an energy boost and the ability to think more clearly.

Harping on Obesity as an opponent to Wellness

Why is Obesity at epidemic proportions in this country. Well it would depend on the age group evaluated. Children used to spend most of their days outside playing, running, riding bikes. The saddest part of the day was being called in for dinner. Summers were wonderful because it got dark late and so we could run and play until nearly 9 PM. Today no one seems concerned about how lack of exercise effects a child's Wellness. Large numbers of children are obese. Why? They eat pizza, french fries and sugary soft drinks at school lunch. When they come home they don't even consider going out. It is either the TV, or video games. Rarely do children play on the playground, and learn vigorous sports. We treat them with McDonnals, preparing them for a Wellness free life. As well as the low self esteem, stemming from Obesity. We can then look at teens. Where to they hang out? Fast food restaurants. They eat and drink sugary drinks as long as they are there. Now we are teaching them that there is no need for portion control. Although, teens and young adults usually have fast metabolisms, there is only so much a body can hold before the calories in outstrip the calories out and we begin to see obesity in out teens and young adults. Now the attempts to lose weight set in and with them illnesses like Anorexia Nervosa and Bulemia. We are moving further and further from Wellness. Those who have difficulty with weightloss due to life style have to live through the jears of those who are on never ending weighloss plans, and not healthy ones either. Still because of High School and College Sports and a desire to fit in we have many young adults who delight in Wellness and don't need Weightloss, because their activity levels and metabolisms remain high. Now we have young couples and many young women of child bearing age, find themselves from this time forth battling the Weightloss battle, while young men turn into couch potatoes, downing beers, sugary drinks and fried snacks on the weekend. So what? Does it matter if these young men and women either give up on, or simply fail at weightloss? You bet it does. Would you like a glance at illnesses that threaten Wellness in our obese population? Diabetes Mellitus (sugar diabetes), high blood pressure, high lipids (low density cholesterol, tryglycerides and several others, that we needn't discuss as I'm sure you have the message), high lipids lead to athrerosclerosis, which in turn leads to heart attacks, strokes and numerous other illnesses that lead us further from wellness. The children of these couples don't even have a good role model in their parents, so as americans grow increasingly obese in epidemic proportions they either give up on Weightloss, or simply give up on caring about Weightloss. So what? We have artificial hips, artificial knees, have learned less invasive disk surgeries. Were you aware that during the Viet Nam war those soldiers that died overseas were found to already be depositing plaque in the carotid arteries that carry blood to the brain. We are talking about young men considered to be among the healthiest in the nation, and even they were on the road to losing wellness due to the food choices they had learned to make. Today nearly 30 years since the end of that conflict, obesity in America is at a higher level than ever before, and the sad thing is as we grow older and our metabolisms slow Weightlosss becomes more and more difficult. People may think their inability at weightloss endevors don't effect their wellness, but you can't feel high blood pressure, and you can't feel atherosclerosis until it damages organs.

TERROR!

The secret of my rapid weight loss is HERBALIFE. I became an HERBALIFE Independent Distributor and within a few months my clothes are falling off. I take the shakes (which are great) add their Protien Powder according to my height and weight and add whatever fruits I feel like and VuaLa the most delicious smoothies I have ever tasted. I underestimated this month and am about to go nuts. I'm not gaining weight, but neither am I losing. Herbalife isn't just a weight loss product. Hence the name of the Blog. There are 7 bodily systems that have had products designed by brilliant MD scientists. Even aging individuals can acheive a higher level of wellness than when they were young. The ENERGY is stupendous! You will never believe it unless you try it. One of our researchers is a Nobel Laureate. The products are tested at UCLA. They are not designed or made like the junk you find in health food stores or pharmacies. They are made with Pharmaceutical grade products and contain antioxidents, products to assist the cells in better absorbing and breaking down nutrients. There is even a product to assist in breaking down large protiens to their component amino acids so that they can more easily and completely be used. Do you have a problem with always catching something. There is a whole line of products designed to build immunity. Do you have joint problems. Are you aware that many people have been unable to deal with joint pain even though Glucosamine has been a proven method for years now. Why? The ones in the stores get their Glucosamine from shellfish. Many are extremely allergic to shellfish and so were unable to find relief. Herbalife's glucosamine comes from sugar beets. Hey! You out there you can use glucosamine. Speaking of Glucosamine are you aware when applied to the face at night it increases the production of new healthy skin cells, but if that isn't enough the product contains antioxidants, vitamins A, C and E. The skin is the largest organ in the body and one of the systems Herbalife has a great line of products for is the skin; face, body and hair. Some antiaging, some for oily or dry skin - they have everything you could need. Were you aware that after the age of 40 yrs it is possible for you to carry up to 30 lbs of toxins in your gut. Now you know why you have that round belly that was flat when you were younger. I never believed in it before, but am looking forward to adding their digestive line to my intake soon. I will tell you more on my next blog, but let me ask you; do you have any weight to lose, to gain, do you want to build muscles, improve blood flow to your heart? Do you want to look younger again? Or to regularize your gut? What about staying well? Wellness Weightloss and Energy!!!!!

More in future blogs, but if you are interested in the only natural herbal product I will allow in my body (remember I am a Master's degree's RN, nearing my second specialty as Nurse Practitioner and working in Poison Control). This stuff is totally different and superior to anything out there. Only Herbalife can produce the kind of wellness I want. Only Herbalife has assisted me in weightloss without hunger or craving, and at last. It can Energize!!! If you don't believe me contact me and give it a try. Although it is not the sole topic of this blog there is allot to it, so I will finish sining Herbalife's song of Wellness, and Weightloss while you Energize, in my next post.

Boomers are aging

As I'm sure you have read as the Boomers age, the average age of the nation is increasing. Getting older doesn't have to mean that you are no longer able to build your muscles and lose your fat. It is true that as we age our metabolism naturally slows, but that can be dealt with too. Exercise will build muscles, but not in the absence of a protein rich diet. Most of us are set in our ways and that includes our approach to Wellness and Weightloss. We do still have the opportunity to Energize. I hope someone is out there reading this. I would be happy to do Wellness evaluations for free. I hope someone is interested enough in this blog to use me as a source of information on health and illness, wellness, weight loss and how to Energize. You are the one who must determine your areas of weakness and the areas of Wellness important to you. I have believed strictly in Westernized medicine for all the years I have worked in the field. That is a very long time. However, since I have been on a pharmaceutical grade of herbal remedies and nutrition I know the meaning of how to Energize, of Wellness and finally after more than 20 yrs of trying to lose weight; I was delighted when my pants started to fall down. I am feeling better than I have in over 20 yrs and am even starting to Energize with exercise and the products I am using. I'm not rich and so I have tried to add a product each month. Although, since I purchase once monthly it seems like allot, but when broken down it is actually cheaper than my coffee shop coffee, and the food I used to eat. While building wellness, through weight loss and the added ability to energize I am in the long run saving money as well. The last time I went in to see my MD, he took one look at me and said I hope all that weightloss was intentional. His concerned expression made me laugh. I hope you take this as it is meant. This blog is to share my blessing with anyone interested in achieving the same goals and spending their upcoming golden years feeling better than they have in years. Not only do I want you to experience internal wellness, but decreased signs of aging. As you lose weight, achieve wellness and gain energy, it feels wonderful to have your brother whom you haven't seen in a couple of years, look at you and in near awe tell you that you are becoming more lovely as the years go by. I want you to have that same experience. I want to see all Americans not just Boomers take responsibility for Wellness, Weightloss and the ability to Energize. Perhaps on my next post I will discuss the product I have been using and am now also selling. Hard to believe from someone who treated natural remadies like VooDoo. However, most natural herbal products are not composed at a pharmaceutical grade. Most don't have a team of MD and Scientists developing their products. None other that I know of has a Nobel Laureate on the team and is physician recommended. Nor are do any others undergo clinical testing at UCLA.

Welcome to Wellness Weightloss Energize

I will be trying to make regular entries to help all if you, especially my co-baby boomers to achieve health and wellness in their golden years. I plan to emphasize weightloss. Are you aware that obesity has reached epidemic levels in the US? It is shortening lifespans causing illnesses, tiredness, anxiety and depression. Do you wish to enjoy what can be years filled with Wellness and Energy? Are you under the misinformation that weightloss is more difficult, and fails to Energize, but leads to exhaustion. Well I have some ways to achieve Wellness, Weightloss and will Energize you. This is a short begining, but I will post at least 3 time each week, so I can teach you