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DIETARY & HOLISTIC RECOMMENDATIONS
Do not worry so much about the number of calories you consume as about eating the proper foods. Rotate your foods, and be sure to eat a variety of foods. Eat meals that consist of a balance of proteins, complex carbohydrates, and some fat. Proteins can increase your metabolic rate by as much as 30 percent, and help to balance the release of insulin by prompting secretion of the pancreatic hormone glucagon. Protein-induced glucagon mobilizes fats from the tissues in which it is stored, thus aiding in weight loss. By eating balanced meals you get more steady blood sugar levels and the ability to burn stored body fat for long-term weight loss.
Eat more complex carbohydrates that also offer protein, such as tofu, lentils, plain baked potatoes (no toppings, except for vegetables), sesame seeds, beans, brown rice, whole grains, skinless turkey or chicken breast, and whitefish (no shellfish). Poultry and fish should be broiled or baked, never fried.
Eat fresh fruits and an abundance of raw vegetables. Have one meal each day that consists entirely of vegetables and fruits. Use low-calorie vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, green beans, kale, lettuce, onions, radishes, spinach, and turnips. Low calorie, low carbohydrate fruits include apples, cantaloupe, grapefruit, strawberries, and watermelon. The following are higher in calories and should be consumed in moderation: bananas, cherries, corn, figs, grapes, green peas, hominy, pears, pineapple, sweet potatoes, white rice, and yams.
Eat foods raw, if possible. If foods are heated, they should be baked, broiled, steamed or boiled. Never consume fried or greasy foods.
Eat a healthful assortment of foods that includes vegetables, fruits, grains (especially whole grains), fish beans, seeds, nuts, and soy products.
Do not consume alcohol in any form, including beer and wine. Alcohol not only adds calories, but it inhibits the burning of fat from fat deposits. It can also interfere with your judgment, so you may find yourself eating things you ordinarily would not.
If you drink alcoholic beverages, do so in moderation only. Alcohol provides lots of calories, but few nutrients. If you must drink them, consider diluting them with water, club soda, or juice (juice can also add healthful benefits to an alcoholic beverage and water prevents dehydration caused by the ethyl alcohol). See a general chart below for some general information.
CALORIES IN BEVERAGES - ALCOHOLIC DRINKS & JUICES
Beverages can be a powerful diet too that can either make or break a weight loss diet. Although juices are packed with nutrients essential to our daily dietary requirements, while dieting your better choice may be the fruit of the vine rather than its juiced-up version. An apple will leave your stomach feeling fuller while providing more fiber and digestive activity. Go very easy OR not at all, on the Spirits.
BEVERAGE SERVING NUTRITION NOTES CALORIES Ale 12 ounces Do not drink and operate heavy machinery. 156 Apple Juice
(Unsweetened)1 Cup Low in fat and sodium. Good source of iron and potassium. Freeze apple juice to make tasty sweet frozen pops. 117 Beer
(Light)12 Ounces Practice safe drinking. 103 Beer
(Regular)12 Ounces Practice safe drinking. 153 Brandy 1 Jigger Practice safe drinking. 100 Carrot Juice 1 Cup Do not drink and operate heavy machinery. 156 Club Soda 1 Cup Zingy, void of fat, sugar, cholesterol and alcohol. 0 Champagne 1 Cup Most all of the varieties of sparkling wines contain about the same amount of calories per glass. Take heed that alcohol is addictive and cause problems with health. 200 Cocoa
(Homemade)1 Cup With Skim Milk Source of calcium. Calories vary per recipe. 135 Coffee 1 Cup Caffeine rich - about 102 mg per serving. Wait 1 hour after eating before drinking a cup of coffee or you will cut iron absorption in the body up to 40 percent. Coffee also renders the B vitamins inactive. 2 Cola 1 Cup Contains 9 teaspoons of sugar with no nutritional value. 136 Cranberry Juice Cocktail 1 Cup High in Vitamin C; may alleviate urinary tract infections. 137 Cream Soda 12 Ounces High in sugar; may contain salicylate. 189 Diet Soda 1 Cup Avoid if you have kidney issues. 0 Egg Nog 1 Cup High in fat and calories. 343 Ginger Ale 12 Ounces Contains 7 teaspoons of sugar per serving and may contribute to tooth decay. 124 Gin
(100 Proof)1 Jigger Do not drink and operate heavy machinery. 82 Grape Juice 1 Cup Contains some potassium. 154 Grape Soda 12 Ounces Moderate sodium content; sugar rich. 160 Grapefruit Juice
(White)1 Cup Great source of Vitamin C. 115 Kahlua 1 Jigger Do not drink and operate heavy machinery. 159 Lemonade
(Sweetened)6 Ounces High in sugar but also high in Vitamin C. 395 Lemon-Lime Soda
(Sprite)12 Ounces Contains 9 teaspoons of sugar per serving with no nutritional value. 148 Malted Milk 1 Cup Calories based on mix prepared with whole milk. High in sodium and fat. 228 Orange Juice 1 Cup Fantastic source of Vitamin C. 105 Orange Soda 12 Ounces High in sugar and high in calories. 179 Papaya Nectar 1 Cup A good source of iron. 142 Passion Fruit 1 Cup Calories based on raw, purple passion fruit juice. Low in calories; good source of vitamin C. 126 Peach Nectar 1 Cup Good fiber source and Vitamin C. 134 Pineapple Juice 1 Cup Unsweetened - rich in Vitamin C. 132 Prune Juice 1 Cup Rich in fiber and iron. 182 Root Beer 12 Ounces Contains high amount of sugar. 152 Rum
(100 Proof)1 Jigger Do not drink and operate heavy machinery. 82 Tonic Water 12 Ounces Avoid if allergic to salicylate. 124 Tea 1 Cup Contains about 1/2 the caffeine as coffee. Acts as a diuretic, interferes with absorption of iron in the body. 2 Tea
(Herbal)1 Cup Caffeine free. 2 Tomato Juice 1 Cup Good source of Vitamin C. 41 Scotch 1 Jigger Do not drink and operate heavy diet machinery. 107 Sports Drink
(Gatorade)1 Cup Low in calories; helps replace electrolytes. 63 Vegetable Juice 1 Cup Great source of Vitamin C. 46 Vodka
(100 Proof)1 Jigger Do not drink and operate heavy machinery. 82 Water 1 Cup Body booster and required for adequate hydration. 0 Whiskey
(100 Proof)1 Jigger Do not drink and operate heavy machinery. 82 Wine
(Red Table Wine)1 Cup Wine has been linked with beneficial health results when consumed in moderation. 125
Holidays, socials, family gatherings, after-work social functions all make it extremely difficult to avoid alcohol in this day and age. You should abstain OR have tight control over your intake at all times. Since you may incorporate alcoholic beverages and cocktails in to your life on occasion, a quick caloric chart may be beneficial in allowing for those extra calories in your diet plan so you can keep your weight loss or control on the right track. The calories listed are for one drink generally served in a public establishment made by the usual recipe. Keep in mind that alcohol is addictive and if consumed in large quantities and/or on a regular basis can be detrimental to your health. The high calorie content can mess with your diet if you are trying to lose weight AND it is also one of the leading causes of automobile injury and fatality. So drink wisely. Do not drink and drive. Use your common sense and do not drink to excess (binge drinking) and keep it in moderation at all times if you feel you must drink.
SPECIALTY ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CALORIES Alexander 244 Bacardi 144 Between The Sheets 141 Black Russian 137 Bloody Mary 86 Bocci Ball 135 Brandy Alexander 253 Bronx 191 Bull Shot 91 Cuba Libre (Rum & Cola) 127 Daiquiri 125 Dubonnet Cocktail 173 French 75 170 Gibson 207 Gimlet 110 Gin & Bitter Lemon 181 Gin Fizz 130 Gin Rickey 104 Gin & Tonic 175 Golden Cadillac 250 Golden Dream 269 Grasshopper 255 Harvey Wallbanger 258 Hot Butter Rum 158 Irish Coffee 218 Kir 121 Madras 123 Mai Tai 310 Manhattan 183 Margarita 185 Martini 210 Mimosa 137 Mint Julep 115 Old Fashioned 156 Pina Colada 342 Planter's Punch 184 Rob Roy 194 Rum Sour 128 Rum Swizzle 102 Rum Toddy 114 Rusty Nail 223 Sangria 225 Screwdriver 181 Sherry Flip 195 Side Car 244 Silver Bullet 210 Singapore Sling 241 Sloe Gin Fizz 167 Sombrero 232 Stinger 235 Strawberry Daiquiri 150 Strawberry Margarita 210 Tequila Sunrise 219 Toasted Almond 286 Tom Collins 169 Tom & Jerry 252 Vodka & Tonic 175 Vodka Martini 210 Whiskey Sour 126 Zombie 254
Information courtesy of www.dietbites.com.
Limit your intake of foods and beverages that contain added sugar. So-called "fat-free" and "low-fat" foods are not calorie-free. To add taste, food manufacturers often add sugars. You should always check the Nutrition Facts label on products before purchasing them.
Try a Mediterranean diet - high in fish, whole grains, fruit, nuts, vegetables, and olive oil; low in meat, dairy products, and polyunsaturated fat.
Drink ten 8-ounce glasses of liquids daily, more if you can. Fluids help to flush the fat and toxins out of your body and keeps your kidneys and intestinal tract working better. Herbal teas and steam-distilled or quality bottled water with trace minerals added are good. Taken before meals, the help reduce your appetite. They are non-fattening fillers that also help dilute toxins and flush them out of the body. Herbal teas mixed with unsweetened fruit juice are very satisfying low-calorie drinks and are very filling. Use these between meals and when a desire for sweets hits you. Drink sparkling water mixed with fruit juice in place of sodas.
Pay particular attention to the fat in your diet. Some fat is necessary, but it must be the right kind. Avocados, olives, olive oil, raw nuts and seeds, and wheat and corn germ are sources of "good" fats that contain essential fatty acids. Use these foods in moderation - no more that twice a week. Eliminate saturated fats from the diet completely. Never consume animal fat, found in butter, cream, gravies, ice cream, mayonnaise, meat, rich dressings, and whole milk. Do not eat any fried foods.
Consume the following foods in moderation: apples, brown rice, buckwheat, chestnuts, corn, grapes, oatmeal, white potatoes, and yellow vegetables. These foods contain small amounts of essential fatty acids, but they should not be overused.
If you must eat snacks occasionally to ward of hunger, make sure they are healthy. Good choices include:
- Celery and carrot sticks.
- Low-fat cottage cheese topped with fresh applesauce and walnuts.
- Unsweetened gelatin made with fruit juice in place of sugar and water.
- Natural sugar-free whole-grain muffins.
- Freshly made unsalted popcorn.
- Rice cakes topped with nut butter (but not peanut butter).
- Watermelon, fresh fruit, or frozen fruit popsicles.
- Unsweetened low-fat yogurt topped with granola or nuts and fresh fruit.
Do not eat any white flour products, salt, white rice or processed foods. Also avoid fast food restaurants and all junk foods.
Do not consume sweets such as soda, pastries, pies, cakes, doughnuts, or candy. Omit all forms of refined sugar (including white sugar, brown sugar, and corn sweetener) from the diet. Sugar triggers the release of insulin, which then activates enzymes that promote the passage of fat from the bloodstream into the fat cells.
Follow a fasting program once monthly.
For a quick energy boost, try taking a spirulina tablet. Spirulina aids in fighting obesity. Take it 30 minutes before meals to decrease your appetite. Spirulina also sustains energy, aids in detoxification, and aids in maintaining proper bowel function.
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina Digest & Flora, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina Green Blends, Cleansing Formula Powder, Earthwise, 7.4 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina Natural, 500 mg, 180 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina Powder, 100% Natural Now Foods, 1 lb.
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina Tincture (Blue Green Algae), 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina Blue Green Algae Powder (Aphanizomenon Flos Aquae), 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina Micro Algae Supplement, 380 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina Natural Powder, 6.3 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Spirulina, 100% Organic, Now Foods, 500 mg, 120 VCaps
Use wheatgrass to calm the appetite. This is a very nutritious fuel from whole food that assists metabolic functions. Kelp is also beneficial.
Herbal Remedies: Wheat Grass, Certified Organic, Vegetarian, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 100 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Wheat Grass Powder, Organic, 8.5 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Wheat Grass Supplements & Products
Herbal Remedies: Kelp Seaweed, Norwegian, 100% Natural, Acophyllum Nodosum, NOW Foods, 250 mg, 250 VCaps
Herbal Remedies: Kelp Supplement, Nature's Way, Certified, 650 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Kelp Seaweed Powder, Norwegian, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Kelp Seaweed Tincture, Norwegian, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Cider Vinegar Diet Formula With Konjac Fiber, Kelp, Lecithin & B-6, NOW Foods, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Total Body Tonic, Herbal, 90 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Thyroid Energy Natural Thyroid Supplement, NOW Foods, 90 VCaps
Herbal Remedies: Aller-Aid Formula II, Hypoallergenic, Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Kelp / Seaweed / Agar Agar Supplements & Products
Avoid eating before bedtime and during the night. Supplementation with melatonin may help with this. "Night Eaters" often have low melatonin levels.
Herbal Remedies: MetaRest Melatonin, 60 Caps, Natural Sleep Aid
Herbal Remedies: Sublingual Melatonin, Nature's Way, 2.5 mg, 100 Lozenges
Herbal Remedies: Melatonin Supplement, Time Released, NOW Foods, 1 mg, 100 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Melatonin Supplements & Products
MoonDragon's ObGyn Health Information: Insomnia
Use powdered barley malt sweetener (found in health food stores) instead of sugar. This is highly concentrated but not dangerous. It contains only 3 calories per gram (approximately 2 teaspoons). This sweetener is also beneficial for people with diabetes or hypoglycemia. Barley malt syrup can be used as a substitute for molasses.
Use extra fiber daily. Guar gum and Psyllium husks are good sources. Take fiber with a large glass of liquid one-half hour before meals. Note: Always take supplemental fiber separately from other supplements and medications.
Herbal Remedies: Psyllium Husk Powder, 100% Pure, Vegetarian, 12 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Psyllium Husk Powder, 100% Pure, Vegetarian, Orange Flavor, 12 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Psyllium Husk, Nature's Way, 525 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Psyllium Seed, Nature's Way, 610 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Whole Psyllium Husks, Vegetarian, NOW Foods, 24 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Guar Gum Powder, NOW Foods, 8 oz.
Move your bowels daily. A clean colon is important in stabilizing your weight.
Herbal Remedies: Dual-Action Cleanse, 2 Part, Detoxify & Cleanse, Irwin Naturals
Herbal Remedies: Easy Going & Colon Cleanse Herb Tea, 20 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Daily Cleansing Tea, Detox Tea, Colon Cleanse Tea
Herbal Remedies: Ultimate Fasting Cleanse, Includes 2 Free CD's, Nature's Secret, 5 Part-5 Day Program
Herbal Remedies: Easy Move & Colon Clean, TCM Formula, Maren Runchang, 100% Natural, 400 mg, 60 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Body Detox, Body Cleansing, Internal Cleanse Supplements & Products
Keep a diet diary to help you keep track of what you eat, the caloric and fat content of what you eat, and what triggers your eating. This can help you to pinpoint and eliminate trigger factors (such as allergies or depression), as well as let you see if you are eating too much of the wrong types of foods.
Change your eating habits. This is extremely important not only for losing weight, but for maintaining weight loss. Begin with the following:
- Always eat breakfast. It jump-starts the metabolism at the beginning of the day. Eat small but nutrient-dense meals every 3 to 4 hours throughout the day to keep your metabolism stable, to maintain a full feeling, and to avoid wide swings in blood sugar. Good choices might include a 2 ounce portion of protein food (beans, an egg, poultry) with 1/2 cup fresh salad dressed with apple cider vinegar; or 1/2 cup of a steamed vegetable with some type of grain (1/2 cup brown rice or piece of whole- or multi-grain bread).
- Do NOT skip meals. This only intensifies hunger and food cravings and causes extreme shifts of your blood glucose levels.
- Make your main meal lunch, not dinner. Some people have had excellent results consuming no food after 3:00 p.m.
- At meals, put less food on your plate. Chew slowly. Stop eating as soon as you are no longer hungry - do not wait until you feel full.
- Try eating a small amount (200 calories or so) of complex carbohydrate prior to having a high-protein meal. This will help supply tryptophan to the brain, which in turn helps to reduce food cravings.
Another obesity home remedy treatment that is told to be quite effective. Following are some cure home remedies for weight loss:
- On an empty stomach in the morning, drink 1 glass of warm water mixed with juice of half a lime and 1 teaspoon honey.
- In 1 cup of water, add 3 teaspoons of lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder and some honey. Drink this everyday for about 3-4 months.
- The leaves of Jujube (Chinese Date common in Chinese medicine) or Indian plum are considered valuable in getting rid of excess body fat. Soak a handful of jujube leaves in water and keep them overnight. Jujube fruit can be obtained from Fentiman Farms and Jujube Tea (Traditional Korean Tea) can be found at Jujube Tea - Tulip International Inc.
Shaman Shop: Jujube Fruit Powder, Chinese Date, Plum Flower Brand, Black, 500 grams
Shaman Shop: Jujube Fruit Whole, Chinese Date, Plum Flower Brand, Black, 500 grams
Shaman Shop: Jujube Fruit Powder, Chinese Date, Plum Flower Brand, Red, 500 grams
Shaman Shop: Jujube Fruit Whole, Chinese Date, Plum Flower Brand, Red, 500 grams
Herbal Remedies: Jujube Supplements & Products
Drink this water next day in the morning, on an empty stomach. Do it for about a month or so, to achieve the gain in terms of a slim trim figure.
- As a substitute of breakfast, consume 2 ripe tomatoes in the morning. This remedy will aid in reducing your weight at a faster rate.
- Some people have good results taking 1 tablespoon of natural apple cider vinegar in 1 cup of pure, unsweetened cranberry juice every morning upon arising.
Herbal Remedies: Organic Apple Cider Vinegar (Mother), Dynamic Health, 16 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Apple Cider Vinegar, 285 mg, 90 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Apple Cider Vinegar, NOW Foods, 450 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Cranberry Juice Concentrate, Natural Premium Quality, Kosher, Dynamic Health, 16 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Cranberry Extract Supplement, Standardized, Vegetarian, 400 mg, 120 VCaps
- Kombucha tea has also shown good results, and helps to boost energy.
Herbal Remedies: Kombucha 2000, Concentrated Kombucha, 30 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Kombucha Teas, Supplements & Products
LIFESTYLE RECOMMENDATIONS
If you get the urge to eat, put on a tight belt. This will make you uncomfortable and remind you that you want to lose that excess fat.
Learn to ride out your food cravings. They peak and subside like ocean waves. When you get an urge to eat, tell yourself that you can satisfy the craving if you really want to. Then wait 10 minutes. This ensures that your eating is conscious, not compulsive. Keep in mind that most cravings only last a few minutes. Try doing something to distract yourself. Also remember that food addiction is the same as any other addiction: That first bite only makes you want more. If you ultimately decide that you really do want that food, then decide how much is reasonable and enjoy it. Really enjoy it! Take one bite and savor the taste. Eat slowly.
Find out what causes your cravings. If you get a strong urge to snack while you are watching television, try reading a book, drinking a large glass of liquid, or taking a walk instead. If your cravings are triggered by where you are, move. If you are in the kitchen, go outside to relax, take a walk or do yard work. If you are in the mall, avoid the food court.
If you are always tired in midmorning or midday, are always craving carbohydrates, and are always hungry, you may be consuming too many simple carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates include refined sugars and sweet fruits; complex carbohydrates, which include whole grains, peas, and beans, provide more long-term energy. Protein is another long-term source of energy.
frequent bloating and water retention may be a result of excess insulin production, which makes it almost impossible to burn fat. Try lowering your carbohydrate intake and increasing your consumption of protein and fat. Excess sodium intake can also cause water retention.
Consider having yourself tested for food allergies. Many people who have eliminated allergic foods from their diets have stabilized their weight quickly.
Do not chew gum. Chewing gum starts the digestive juices flowing and makes you feel hungry.
Do not grocery store shop on an empty stomach. You will be tempted to buy forbidden foods and will often buy more food than you need or can use before it looses its freshness.
Avoid crash dieting. A very low calorie diet causes the metabolism to slow down, resulting in fewer calories being burned. Instead, increase your activity level. This will raise your metabolic rate, burn fat, and help prevent the loss of lean tissue.
To maintain weight loss, calculate how many calories you need daily by multiplying your weight by 10. Then add 30 percent (about 1/3) of that amount to the result. Assuming a moderate activity level, consuming anything less than that number of calories should allow you to lose weight. This is the number of calories you can consume daily without gaining the weight back.
The basic arithmetic of weight loss is that each pound of body fat is work 3,500 calories. Thus, to lose 1 pound a week (a safe, reasonable goal), you must tip the calorie consumption/expenditure balance in your favor by 500 calories each day. To do this, you can, for example, lose 250 calories by drinking a glass of water flavored with lemon or lime juice instead of a can of regular soda and leaving the cheese off your sandwich at lunch, and then make up the other 250 calories by walking 2-1/2 miles.
Losing weight sensibly and safely requires setting reasonable weight-loss goals, changing eating habits, and getting adequate exercise. To reach your goal safely, plan to lose 1 to 2 pounds weekly by consuming approximately 300 to 500 fewer calories than usual each day. Women and inactive men generally need to consume approximately 2,000 calories to maintain weight; men and very active women may consume up to 2,500 calories per day.
WEIGHT LOSS CONSIDERATIONS
Dieting may conjure up visions of eating little but fruits and vegetables, but you can enjoy all foods as part of a healthy diet so long as you do not over do it on fat (especially saturated fat and meat), sugars, salt, and alcohol. Portion sizes must be limited. Some foods high in calories - such as cookies, cakes, french fries, cheese, whole milk, cream, butter, ice cream, fatty fresh and processed meats, poultry skin and fat, lard, palm oil, coconut oil, miscellaneous fats, oils, and spreads - must be eliminated.
The best way to lose weight - and virtually the only way to maintain weight loss is to adopt a healthier, more active lifestyle. A lifestyle that includes a natural, healthy diet and regular exercise will keep you healthy; give you more energy; lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, and cancer and still allow you to lose weight. Those who choose fad diets over such a lifestyle can count on gaining back their lost weight and more. Almost 95 percent of all dieters regain their lost weight within a year and have to diet all over again.
Dieting may be dangerous for people older than 60, as malnutrition may result. Exercise if you want to lose weight, do not stop eating.
Fad diets may produce some results, but the fat is that not only can these diets be unhealthy (particularly if you jump from one diet to the next), but once you go off the diet, the weight often returns - along with some added pounds. Much of the rapid weight loss you see with some of the diets and/or products available can be attributed to loss of water weight.
Losing weight too quickly can suppress the immune system. One very popular diet, the high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet, is controversial because it can produce a state of excess Ketosis (a process whereby the body burns stored fat for fuel) due to the absence of carbohydrates. Vital electrolytes, especially potassium, can be dangerously depleted, placing you at high risk for heart arrhythmia or heart attack. In excess, ketosis is thought by some experts to put the body in a state of starvation - it turns to its own tissues for fuel, robbing even vital internal organs. To ensure good health, any type of diet you follow should be closely monitored by a health care provider and/or nutritionist.
Repeated crash dieting is not healthy and can increase the risk of heart disease. Quick weight loss tends to come back rapidly. This rapid weight gain often results in elevated cholesterol levels and can also damage vital organs. In one study, a third of people who had gone on crash diets of 500 calories or less per day were found to have developed gallstones. The 14 year Framingham Heart Study showed that those whose weight changed a lot or changed too often had higher death rates than other people. They also ran a greater risk of coronary heart disease. The study showed that weight fluctuations seem to pose as great a risk of heart disease and premature death as being overweight.
Thermogenesis is a term used to describe the body's natural process for burning calories. Scientists studying thermogenesis are focusing on understanding and improving the thermogenic process, which may aid in weight loss. Many new weight loss products focus on thermogenesis.
A study by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture showed that one of every four teenagers carries enough excess weight to put him or her at high risk of heart attack, colon cancer, stroke, gout and other health problems later in life - regardless of whether the individual slims down as an adult.
American Cancer Society has found that people who regularly use artificial sweeteners tend to gain, not lose, weight. These substances seem to increase the appetite and slow down the digestive problems, not to mention the serious potential side effects caused by the artificial sweetener chemicals on the body.
Calories derived from fat are more easily converted into body fat than calories from other sources. Only 3 percent of fat calories are burned in the digestive process. By contrast, 25 percent of calories from complex carbohydrates (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) are burned in the course of digestion.
An omega-6 fatty acid known as gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) has been shown to stimulate the body's metabolic ability to burn fat. GLA, an active ingredient found in black currant seed oil, flaxseed oil, and primrose oil, helps to control the metabolism of fats. In particular, it mobilizes the metabolically active fat called brown adipose tissue (BAT). Taking at least 250 IU of GLA daily helps to control the appetite.
Herbal Remedies: Barlean's Flax Oil, 100% Highest Lignan Content, Organic, Pesticide & Herbicide Free, 16 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Barlean's Flax Oil, Highest Lignan, 1000 mg, 250 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Black Currant Oil, 500 mg, NOW Foods, 100 SoftGels
Herbal Remedies: Barlean's Primrose Oil, With Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), 1300 mg, 120 SoftGels
Herbal Remedies: Evening Primrose Oil, 100% Pure, NOW Foods, 4 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Borage Oil, With Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), Barlean's, 60 SoftGels
Herbal Remedies: Borage Oil, Cold Pressed, Nature's Way, 1300 mg, 60 SoftGels
Herbal Remedies: Pomegranate Blueberry, Total Omega Swirl, 16 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Omega-6 / Gamma Linoleic Acid Supplements & Products
Many people feel the need to eat something sweet after meals, but this is an acquired habit and it can be broken. In many cultures, sweetened foods are reserved only for rare special occasions (and even then are less sweet tasting than many of the foods Americans eat every day).
Beware of mislabeling. In this age of increased health awareness, people are willing to pay a premium for wholesome products. One food company touted it high-priced "healthy" treats as being fat-free and containing almost no calories. Suspicious customers, some of whom gained weight while eating these products, caused the FDA to initiate an investigation. It was discovered that the so-called "skinny" treats from Genesis II Foods, Inc., of Chicago were simply rebranded standard snacks that had false labels applied. The labels on some of these items claimed that the products contained 1 to 2 grams of fat and between 126 and 165 calories per serving. However, one sample tested actually contained 23.5 grams of fat and 411 calories. In this instance, the owner of the company was eventually convicted of fraud and served a jail term. There are no magic snack treats that will assist in losing weight. If the product tastes too good to be true, it probably is.
Eating a low-fat diet that is high in complex carbohydrates does not mean eating tasteless, bland foods. There are many delicious and healthy foods available that can be eaten. The goal is to reduce the total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol in the diet and to increase the amount of complex carbohydrates. Potatoes, pasta, breads, corn, rice, and other complex carbohydrate-rich foods are not the cause of obesity, as some people think. They are the cure. The exception to this rule involves people who are addicted to carbohydrates.
ARE YOU A CARBOHYDRATE ADDICT?
Carbohydrate addicts respond to carbohydrates in a way that can be compared to the way alcoholics respond to alcohol. When they consume carbohydrates, it results in a release of insulin that is even greater than is needed, which in turn leads to even less of a feeling of satisfaction, so the urge to eat sets in again. Because of this, carbohydrate addicts end up trying to satisfy their hunger by eating more and more carbohydrates.
People who are addicted to carbohydrates should limit their intake of foods high in complex carbohydrates and avoid ALL simple carbohydrates. They should consume 2 low-carbohydrate meals each day and save all their carbohydrate-rich foods for a third "reward" meal. Keeping a daily record of what you eat and when, and how you feel afterward, is a simple way to reveal possible carbohydrate addiction.
Hydroxycitric acid (HCA), a substance extracted from the rind of fruit of the Garcinia Cambogia tree, is proving very effective for weight management. It suppresses hunger and helps to prevent the body from turning carbohydrate calories into fat by inhibiting the action of an enzyme called ATP-citrate lyase. HCA is available in supplement form and is an ingredient in various diet products.
Herbal Remedies: Garcinia Cambogia / HCA Supplements & Products
Diet Esteem Plus from Esteem Products is a diet product that contains many of the nutrients recommended in this section plus the herbal extract HCA. Along with good nutrition and regular exercise, this product has helped many people to lose weight and maintain weight loss.
A study sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture revealed that the trace mineral boron may speed the burning of calories. Raisins and onions are good food sources of boron.
Herbal Remedies: Boron Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 20 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Ionic Boron, Single Mineral, Trace Minerals, 6 mg, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: OsteoBoron Bone & Joint Health, With 400 mg Green Food Concentrates, NOW Foods, 90 VCaps
Herbal Remedies: Tri-Boron Plus, With Magnesium, Vitamin D, & Co-Factors, TwinLab, 240 Caps
In human studies, the hormone dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) has led to a loss of body fat by blocking an enzyme that is known to produce fat tissue.
Herbal Remedies: 7-Keto-DHEA, Metabolite of DHEA, NOW Foods, 25 mg, 90 Caps
Herbal Remedies: DHEA Plus, DHEA Cream, Life-Flo, 2 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Enzymatic Therapy, 7-Keto-DHEA, 25 mg, 60 Caps
Herbal Remedies: DHEA, Dehydroepiandrosterone, Pharmaceutical Grade, Anti-Aging Support, Hypoallergenic, 50 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: DHEA, Dehydroepiandrosterone, Pharmaceutical Grade, Anti-Aging Support, Hypoallergenic, 25 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: DHEA / Dehydroepiandrosterone Supplements & Products
Researchers have found that weight reduction can be improved with the use of a combination of the amino acids L-Ornithine and L-Arginine, enhanced by L-Lysine (see Nutrient Table further down on this page for dosages and product links). L-Ornithine helps to release growth hormone, normally lacking in adults, which burns fat and builds muscle. This combination works best while the body is at rest. Note: Never take an amino acid that contains L-Arginine but not L-Lysine. Too much L-Arginine without L-Lysine can cause an imbalance of amino acids, possibly causing an outbreak of cold sores or previously dormant herpes.
SURGICAL TREATMENT
Stomach surgery may be recommended for extreme obesity. This is done either to restrict the amount of food consumed by creating a small pouch at the top of the stomach with a small opening in the stomach, or by bypassing the normal digestive process by creating a very small pouch and connecting it directly to the small intestine. Obviously, this is a drastic measure. Other devices, such as an electrical stimulator that makes you feel sated, are under development.
FOODS CONTAINING OLESTRA - A SYNTHETIC FAT
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of a synthetic fat called olestra in certain foods. A synthetic compound of fatty acids and sugar, olestra is neither absorbed nor digested by the body and therefore contributes no calories. For the same reason, however, it can cause indigestion, gas, and diarrhea, and possible anal leakage or loose stools. Scientists have also raised concerns because it may inhibit the absorption of necessary fat-soluble vitamins. A warning label had been added to olestra-containing foods that stated "olestra inhibits the absorption of some vitamins and other nutrients. Vitamins A, D, E and K have been added." If you are trying to adjust your intake of vitamins in accordance with a therapeutic plan, you should probably steer well clear of olestra-containing foods. The FDA dropped its requirement for the label in August 2003. The products, however, has not changed. Most of the products that contain olestra seem to be snack-type foods in any case - foods that should be avoided on any sensible diet plan.
DIET DRUG THERAPY
There are many drugs on the market today that health care providers may prescribe to fight obesity. All of these drugs have potential side effects, some of them potentially dangerous. If you are considering prescription weight-loss medication, do as much research as possible on the drugs available, and discuss with your health care provider how these medications could affect your health.
EXERCISE RECOMMENDATIONS
Be active. Take a brisk walk every day before breakfast or dinner to burn off fat. Make a habit of using the stairs instead of the elevator. Walk or ride a bicycle instead of driving whenever possible. Exercise increases the metabolic rate as well as burning off calories.
Be sure to get regular aerobic exercise, such as walking, running, bicycling, or swimming, and do exercises for strength and flexibility, such as yoga or stretching exercises. Exercise is better than an overly strict diet for maintaining your health and controlling your weight. It is the best way to rid the body of fat and to maintain good muscle tone. Be sure to drink water during exercise to prevent dehydration and muscle cramps. Caution: If you are over 35 and/or have been sedentary for some time, consult with your health care provider before beginning an exercise program.
If you have been sedentary for some time, try exercising in water. Water aerobics are excellent for those who are overweight or who find running or walking difficult. They are also good for arthritis sufferers. Water aerobics tone the body and strengthen the heart without straining the joints. Start by taking a class at a local fitness center or YMCA.
WEIGHT REDUCTION PRODUCTS
There are many nutritional products available today that may aid in weight reduction, including the following:
- Calorad, a liquid food supplement designed to help the body lose fat without losing lean muscle tissue. The primary ingredient is hydrolyzed collagen. Other ingredients are extracted from plants.
- Cell-U-Rid is an herbal product intended to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Ingredients include Kelp, Uva Ursi, Juniper Berries, Lecithin, Milk Thistle, and Cayenne.
- Cravex contains the herb Gymnema Sylvestre, Chromium Picolinate, L-Glutamine, and other nutrients intended to reduce food cravings, especially cravings for sweets.
- Diamond Trim is intended to help appetite, reduce cravings, cleanse the system, burn calories, and increase energy.
- Diet Chrome-Care inhibits the synthesis of fats and cholesterol. This product is a combination of L-Carnitine, CitriMax (a trademarked extract of Garcinia Cambogia), and Chromium Picolinate.
- Tonalin CLA is intended to promote loss of body fat without muscle loss, and to increase energy. The primary ingredient is conjugated linoleic acid (CLA).
AROMATHERAPY RECOMMENDATIONS
An English weight-loss center uses one part vegetable oil to two parts apple cider vinegar in massage to rid the body of fat. It is recommended to use pure virgin olive oil because it needs no refrigeration. Knead lightly but firmly over the fat areas at least three times weekly. This treatment is also good for sore and stiff joints.
Essential oil, Juniper, is a natural diuretic and will help the body excrete excess water. Juniper may be taken internally in small amounts (one or two drops on a sugar cube each day) for a short period of time, which will cause an increase in the flow of water from the body. Along with the liquid goes toxic waste that, unless eliminated, builds up in the tissues of the seriously overweight person.
Alternatively, Juniper may be used in combination with Cypress in a massage oil, or in the bath. The diuretic properties of juniper and the astringent properties of cypress create a perfect "slimming oil". This is made by 13 drops Cypress essential oil
12 drops Juniper essential oil
in 50 ml Jojoba (base) oil.
OR
2 drops Cypress essential oil
2 drops Juniper essential oil
in 2 teaspoons Base oil
Women with small breasts but large hips should take a Juniper hip bath. Just sit in a bath to which you have added 6 inches of water, and 6 drops of Juniper essential oil, but do not lie down as you do not want to lose any weight from the breasts.
For people who are depressed about their weight problem and feeling that they cannot do anything about it, and an eating binge threatens, they are to take a Clary Sage and Ylang Ylang bath instead. The uplifting aromatic waters may just give the person enough of a lift to bring up confidence and reinforce will power to succeed in changing the way they look.
BENEFICIAL DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
Fiber helps regulate blood sugar levels, and adds bulk to the diet, which results in a feeling of "fullness" and reduces hunger pangs.
Chromium Picolinate reduces sugar cravings and stabilizes the metabolism of simple carbohydrates.
Essential Fatty Acids support proper nutrition and helps control appetite.
Kelp helps maintain iodine levels and aids weight loss.
Lecithin helps break down body fat so it can be removed from the body.
Spirulina is an excellent source of protein and contains the needed nutrients to stabilize blood sugar levels.
Vitamin C naturally increases the body's metabolism, prompting it to burn more calories.
Yerba Mate is a natural appetite suppressant and energy booster.
Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement supports a healthy metabolism and provides all needed nutrients.
DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
Unless otherwise specified, the dosages recommended here are for adults. For children between the ages of 12 and 17, reduce the dose to 3/4 the recommended amount. For children between 6 and 12, use 1/2 the recommended dose, and for children under the age of 6, use 1/4 the recommended amount.
OBESITY (OVERWEIGHT) REDUCTION SUPPLEMENTAL PRODUCTS
Weight Loss products and supplements to support your goals. Natural and herbal weight loss products and information that can help you curb your appetite or increase fat burning.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine Powder, Vegetarian, NOW Foods, 635 mg, 3 oz.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC) is a stabilized form of the amino acid metabolite L-Carnitine and is utilized in the same manner in the body and it is the train that fats ride when it's time for them to go and be burned up for energy.Alive! Whole Food Energizer Multi-Vitamin & Mineral with Naturally Occurring Iron (No Iron Added), Nature's Way, 90 Tabs
No other supplement contains more life-giving nutrients than Nature's Way ALIVE! It is better absorbed into your blood stream because its tablets disintegrate up to 5X faster than other leading brands.All Natural Travel Size Stevia Sweetener, SteviaClear Liquid, 6 ml, 60 Servings
Stevia Sweetener an all natural, no calories, no carbs, no bitter aftertaste, with endless uses sweetener.Aoqili Seaweed Soap (Defat), All Natural, 6 oz. bar
Aoqili Seaweed Soap the easy way to a more supple, healthier looking body. Simply use the all natural Aoqili Seaweed Soap when you shower or bathe on a daily basis and see an improved appearance in your body and skin.Appetite Suppressor RX, 60 Tabs
Nature's Rx Appetite Suppressor Rx is the comprehensive appetite suppressant diet supplement which is all natural, stimulant free containing no ephedra, caffeine or other dangerous stimulants.Apple Cider Vinegar, 285 mg, 90 Tabs
A Natural Way to Jump start Weight Loss. Apple Cider Vinegar Helps you feel good about your weight and Feel Good About Your Body Once Again! It naturally helps your body get rid of excess fluids, speed up metabolism and curb your appetite.Apple Cider Vinegar, 450 mg, 180 Caps
Apple Cider Vinegar is an all-natural substance derived from the acetous fermentation of sweet apple cider.Apple Cider Vinegar, Miracle Health System, By Paul Bragg
Classic work on therapeutic benefits of cider vinegar, including the benefits of cider vinegar for digestion, proper PH balance, and weight loss and control.Aromatherapy Scent Inhaler, Appetite Control with Pure Essential Oils
Each pocket-sized essential oil inhaler helps to address our unhealthy habits and daily concerns. They work by coordinating positive affirmations with a scientific blend of natural plant extracts. Scents: rosemary, basil, clove and black pepper.Bee Pollen Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Bee pollen is considered by some to be the most perfect food on earth in terms of its complete range of nutrients. It is used to build stamina and endurance, and as support during any weight loss program.Bitter Orange Extract (Citrus Aurantium), Standardized, Nature's Way, 450 mg, 60 Tabs
Nature's Way Standardized Bitter Orange Extract provides high levels, 6%, of the key compound, Synephrine, which has been the focus of study for its thermogenic properties.CarboLock Rx, 90 Tablets, Nature's Rx
Many popular diets today proclaim the benefits of a low carb diet, low carb food, or a specific low carb recipe. There is another alternative low carb diet method.Catuama Energy For Body & Mind, 30 Caps
Catuama Energy For Body and Mind. Catuama's invigorating formula combines standardized extracts of catuaba, muira puama, guarana and ginger. Taken in the morning Catuama has become an integral part in the daily practice for the promotion of wellness and healthy metabolism.Cellfood Natural Weight Loss Formula, 4 fl. oz.
Cellfood Natural Weight Loss Formula, with amino acids, electrolytes, digestive enzymes, and minerals helps regulate metabolism and breakdown organic material, while increasing your fat burning potential... even while you sleep!Chitosan Fat Blocker, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 120 Caps
Chitosan binds to fats during digestion and reduces their absorption.Cholesterol Guard Capsule, (Blood Fat Cutter) TCM Formula , Shanze xiaozhi, 60 caps
Cholesterol Guard Capsule is made of extracts of medicinal rhubarb root, wolfberry, cistanche, Chinese hawthorn fruit, alisma, lotus leaf and cassia seed, cholesterol herbs.Choline and Inositol, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 250 mg / 250 mg, 100 Caps
Nature's Way Choline Inositol is 100 percent natural crystalline inositol and choline bound to tartaric acid for superior absorption.Cider Vinegar Diet Formula With Konjac Fiber, Kelp, Lecithin & B-6, NOW Foods, 180 Caps
This combination of apple cider vinegar, kelp, lecithin and B-6 is a time-tested formula with added Glucomannan, grapefruit fiber, and chelated chromium to enhance rapid weight loss.CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid), Fat Burner, NOW Foods, 800 mg of CLA Derived from 1000 mg of Safflower Oil, 180 Softgels
CLA, Conjugated Linoleic Acid, is free fatty acid derived from safflower oil. CLA has been shown to reduce body fat and increase muscle tone.CLA Extreme (Conjugated Linoleic Acid), NOW Foods, 90 Softgels
CLA Extreme combines the benefits that active people are seeking with the proven effectiveness of Conjugated Linoleic Acid, CLA.Colon & Liver Cleanser, Organic, 16 fl. oz.
CAC liquid is a colon and liver cleanser and detoxifier as well as a blood cleanser that serves to regulate the bowel movements so that the stool is so soft it breaks up into a cloud.CortiCept Rx, (Compares to Relacore and CortiSlim Stress Reducers / Mood Elevator / Weight Control), 60 Caps
Just like Relacore and CortiSlim, CortiCept Rx is an all natural dietary supplement that works in concert with your body's metabolism. It can help reduce belly fat in conjunction with proper diet and exercise, and it can also help balance hormone levels that cause stress-induced obesity and binge eating.Craveless, Weight Loss Supplement, Nature's Secret, 60 Tabs
CraveLess by Nature's Secret is an appetite control formula that also aids in digestion, absorption, and assimilation. It works with the body to reduce hunger and curb sugar and carbohydrate cravings.Diet Cure, By Julia Ross, M.A.
The fast, personalized body repair manual for weight loss, mood balance, and energy will leave you satisfied, not starving.Dieter's Secret, California Natural, 90 Tabs
Dieters' Secret is a great blend of different vitamins, herbs and minerals that work synergistically together to help anyone who is looking for that great new diet pill without the jittery side effects. Not only does it give great energy, but it also helps decrease appetite and control sugar cravings.Diet Master Herbal Tea, 20 Tea Bags
Naturally flavored, this Herbal Tea is designed to reduce obesity. To purge fat, ease bowel movements and clean the colon, with the added benefits of Astragalus for immunity and energy.Diet Support, Advanced Thermogenic Formula With ForsLean, NOW Foods, 120 Caps
Diet Support with ForsLean is an advanced thermogenic formula designed by Dr. James Balch who is a medical doctor and co-author of the popular book Prescription for Nutritional Healing.Diet Support Tea With Fennel & Dandelion, NOW Foods, Caffeine Free, 30 Tea Bags
A unique combination of herbs, Diet Tea will nicely supplement a healthy diet. Diet Tea has been formulated by NOW Foods certified nutritionists and is a helpful between or during meals.Digestive Enzymes, 750 mg, 100 Caps
Since cooking destroys many of the digestive enzymes in food, taking plant fiber-based digestive enzymes aids in digesting even the heaviest meal.DIM-Plus Estrogen Metabolism / Diindolylmethant Protectamins Cruciferous, Nature's Way, 120 Caps
DIM-Plus Estrogen Metabolism Formula promotes healthy estrogen metabolism, Relieves PMS symptoms, Promotes fat loss, supports breast, cervical, uterine and prostate health. Scientific research shows diindolylmethane increases the level of "good" estrogens (2-hydroxyestrogen) while reducing the level of "bad" estrogens (16-hydroxyestrogen).Dr. Atkin's Health Revolution
Powerful and forthright, Dr. Atkins' Health Revolution calls for dramatic changes in the way medicine is practiced in America.Dr. Atkin's New Diet Revolution
Dr. Atkins has fully revised and updated his Atkins low carbohydrate diet book to take into account new information gained over the years treating tens of thousands over weight patients; plus critical new research findings about cholesterol and obesity.Eat More, Weigh Less: Dr. Dean Ornish's Life Choice Program For Losing Weight Safely While Eating Abundantly, By Dean Ornish, M.D.
You really can eat more and weigh less if you know what to eat with Eat More, Weigh Less by Dr. Dean Ornish. As this groundbreaking book, a New York Times Best Seller, clearly shows it's not just how much you eat it's primarily what you eat.Eight Minutes In The Morning: A Simple Way To Shed Up To 2 Pounds A Week Guaranteed, By Jorge Cruise
Featured on Oprah - in just eight minutes a day you can drop two pounds of fat per week, change your shape, and gain muscle and energy.Energy Ephedra Free, NOW Foods, 90 Caps
NOW Energy, Ephedra Free, combines a comprehensive array of nutrients and dietary ingredients that provide your body with a natural source of energy. This formula does not contain Ephedra (Ma Huang).Energy Up, Weight Down Weight Loss Supplement, 90 Caps
Energy Up - Weight Down, is a simple to use weight loss supplement that does just what it says. It gives the body super-nourishing energy while you burn fat. This is an ephedra free diet pill that will give you so much energy that you may not want to take it just before you want to sleep.Fasting Tea, Certified Organic, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags
Yogi Tea Fasting tea is made with Organic Red Clover (Trifilium pratense) and Garcinia Fruit (Garcinia cambogia) and is designed to help support a healthy weight loss program, as it aids digestive functions, supports the metabolism and encourages internal cleansing.Fat Flush Cookbook, By Ann Loise Gittleman, M.S.
This indispensible Fat Flush Cookbook, companion to bestselling Fat Flush Plan, contains more than 200 recipes using fat-flushing foods.Fat Flush Fitness Plan, By Ann Loise Gittleman & Joanie Greggains
The Fat Flush Fitness Plan by Ann Louise Gittleman and Joanie Greggains is compatible with low-carb diets.Fat Flush Plan, By Ann Loise Gittleman, M.S.
The Fat Flush Plan by Ann Louise Gittleman, M.S. is a revolutionary diet program based on a satisfying, healthful and cleansing combination of essential fats, balanced proteins and quality carbohydrates.Get Off Your Ass! by Marty Tuley Weight Loss Book
Tuley has issued a challenge to all the Everyday Joes and Janes out there: quit complaining, change your lifestyle, and get off your ass!Glucomannan (Konjac Fiber), Nature's Way, 665 mg, 180 Caps
Nature's Way Glucomannan (Amorphophallus konjac fiber) is a 100% dietary fiber source obtained from the root of the konjac plant.Green Tea Extract Diet Support With Panax Ginseng, 10.2 fl. oz. (30 Vials)
Many diet formulas contain diuretic or laxative substances which can be harmful but Green Tea Extract from Prince of Peace diet support formula does not contain any of these.Green Tea Slim Life, Yogi Tea, Healthy Weight Loss Support, 16 Tea Bags, Box of 6
Yogi Tea Green Tea Slim Life is designed to support a healthy weight loss program and give you the energy you need to maintain an active lifestyle.Herbal Slim, Nature's Way, 470 mg, 100 Caps
This is a time tested herbal weight loss formula with important nutrients for a sensible weight loss program. Herbal Slim is an appropriate supplement when watching calories lowering fat intake.Hoodia Extract, Alcohol Free, Herbal Remedies USA, 2 fl. oz
Hoodia gordonii extract is a cactus-like succulent plant, native to the Kalahari Desert in Southern Africa. It is an appetite suppressant and thirst quencher.Hoodia Patch Dermaloss, 30 Count
DermaLoss is an easy to use, effective, all natural weight loss hoodia patch designed to help you lose weight. Control your appetite with hoodia weight loss patch.Hoodia Pure, Hoodia Diet Pill, Hi-Tech, 60 Tabs
Hoodia Pure, Hoodia Diet Pill, is the only HPLC standardized Hoodia Gordonii product on the market!Hoodia, Standardized 20:1 Concentrate, Nature's Way, Vegetarian, 60 VCaps
Nature's Way Hoodia gordonii a 20:1 concentrate from South Africa, is synergistically mixed with Glucomannan.Instant Energy B-12 (2,000 mcg of B-12 per packet), NOW Foods, 75 Packets
NOW Vitamin B-12 Instant Energy is the perfect way to keep alert and energized, regardless of the situation. These convenient, fast-acting packets are perfect when traveling or for convenience.Irwin Naturals, Fast-Action Hoodia Diet Supplement, With Green Tea, 60 Softgels
Fast-Action Hoodia Diet Supplement by Irwin Naturals, contains Hoodia Extract that is supercharged with Green Tea Extract.Irwin Naturals, Green Tea Fat Metabolizer, 75 GelCaps
Irwin Naturals Green Tea Fat Metabolizer can help curb appetite and speed fat burning.Irwin Naturals, Less Stress Weight Control With Green Tea Extract, 75 Gel Caps
Bioperine Enhanced Less Stress Weight Control is not just a diet pill, it is a complete lifestyle program with an easy-to-follow diet and exercise program enclosed right inside this bottle.Irwin Naturals, Maximum Strength, Phase 2 Carb Blocker with Magnolia and Chromium, 75 Gelcaps
Irwin Naturals Bioperine Enhanced Maximum Strength 2 Carb Blocker presents Phase 2, an extract derived from white Kidney Beans that was shown in laboratory settings to impact the metabolism of complex carbohydrates.Irwin Naturals, Stress Less Weight Control with Green Tea Extract, 75 Gelcaps
Bioperine Enhanced Irwin Naturals Stress-Less Weight Control is not just a diet pill. It is a complete lifestyle program with an easy-to-follow diet and exercise program enclosed right inside this bottle.Irwin Naturals, System Six Ripped Man with Xenedrol, Fat Burner, 130 Gelcaps
Medically developed Irwin Naturals System-Six Ripped Man has safely helped millions of people lose weight. With its combination of six powerful ingredient groups (systems), it produces a remarkable fat-burning effect.Irwin Naturals, System Six with Xenedrol, Fat Burner, 130 Gelcaps
Medical doctor developed Irwin Naturals System-Six has safely helped millions of people lose weight. With its combination of six powerful ingredient groups (systems), it produces a remarkable fat-burning effect.L-Carnitine Plus Pantothenic Acid, Dynamic Health, 16 fl. oz.
Dynamic Health Laboratories unique blend of L-Carnitine and Pantothenic Acid is cell food for both body and mind!Lipodrene SR, 100% Natural, Weight Loss Supplement, Pharmaceutical Grade, 90 Tabs
Lipodrene-SR, Natural Weight Loss Supplement, is an ephedra free, sustained release appetite control supplement that works by increasing your metabolism and suppressing your appetite to help you with your weight loss goals safely and effectively.LipoTrim High Potency, NOW Foods, 120 Tabs
Our LipoTrim contains a synergistic blend of vitamins, chromium and amino acids to aid in normal fat metabolism, thereby promoting higher energy levels.Low Carb Diet Defender w/ Phase 2 & Supporting Enzymes, NOW Foods, 60 VCaps
The secret of successful low-carb dieting is not simply how many carbs you avoid, but how effectively your body uses the macronutrients you take in.Metabolic ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mix Chocolate, Nature's Way, 1.4 lbs
Nature's Way ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mixes Reprograms appetite to reduce hunger and cravings and has a delicious taste!Metabolic ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mix Chocolate, Nature's Way, 1.6 oz serving packets, 10 per box
Nature's Way ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mixes Reprograms appetite to reduce hunger and cravings and has a delicious taste!Metabolic ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mix Strawberry, Nature's Way, 1.4 lbs
Nature's Way ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mixes Reprograms appetite to reduce hunger and cravings and has a delicious taste!Metabolic ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mix Strawberry, Nature's Way, 1.6 oz, serving packets, 10 per box
Nature's Way ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mixes Reprograms appetite to reduce hunger and cravings and has a delicious taste!Metabolic ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mix, Vanilla, Nature's Way, 1.4 lbs
Nature's Way ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mixes Reprograms appetite to reduce hunger and cravings and has a delicious taste!Metabolic ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mix Vanilla, Nature's Way, 1.6 oz serving packets, 10 per box
Nature's Way ReSet Weight Loss Shake Mixes Re-programs appetite to reduce hunger and cravings and has a delicious taste!Metabozest EF, Ephedra Free, Weight Loss and Energy Formula, 90 Tabs
Discover the Metabozest EF Ephedra Free Weight Loss difference developed by leading experts in the health & nutrition field. Metabozest EF Ephedra Free Weight Loss combines some of the most powerful and effective natural ingredients for weight loss plus a unique mixture of nutrients and herbs selected for their ability to help the body increase metabolic rate, improve solubility, manage appetite and sugar cravings, and facilitate carbohydrate metabolism.Molybdenum Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 10 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
WaterOz Ionic Molybdenum is a pure liquid Molybdenum supplement. Molybdenum is instrumental in regulating pH balance in the body. For each pH point increase (e.g., 6.1-6.2), the oxygen level is increased ten times, thus increasing the metabolism and enhancing the body's ability to burn fat. Also promotes general well being, aids in carbohydrate metabolism, has proven itself useful in MSG (or other chemical) sensitivity, increases libido, and may enhance the effect of fluorine in tooth decay prevention (dental enamel is rich in molybdenum). It also induces sleep.Natural Extracts Diet, Herbal Diet Supplement, Irwin Naturals, 75 Softgels
Natural Extracts Diet, Herbal Diet Supplement, contains a powerful combination of natural concentrated fruit and tea extracts to provide a targeted, holistic approach to your weight loss efforts.Natural Fiber Supplement (Trumans), 12 oz.
Truman's Natural Fiber Supplement formula helps to give bulk to the stool and to check diarrhea; thus, creating balance in the bowel movements.Natural Mood Stabilizer, 5 HTP Optimum Mood Support, 50 mg Each Capsule, 60 Caps
5 HTP Optimum Mood Support Natural Mood Stabilizer is used to increase serotonin that in turn reduces symptoms such as mood disorders, depression, weight problems and migraine headaches.Natural Weight Loss Support w/ Hoodia Gordonii, Hoodia Weight Loss Product, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
This Natural Weight Loss Support with Hoodia gordinii is the strongest, safest, binge busting, natural appetite suppressant ever found.Organic Apple Cider Vinegar (Mother), Organic, Dynamic Health, 16 fl. oz.
Dynamic Health Organic Apple Cider Vinegar is made from the juices of Organic certified grown apples.Pounds Away Liquid Detox Weight Loss Formula, with Hoodia, Dynamic Health, 32 fl. oz.
Dynamic Health's Pounds Away Liquid Detox Weight Loss Formula combines the delicious taste of Mangosteen Juice with Hoodia. You can enjoy sipping it pure or mixed with your favorite beverage.Prozone Chocolate Fat Reducing Energy Drink, 22.5 oz., 30-30-40
This Energy Drink is formulated to contain the performance enhancing and healthy living balance of essential macronutrients.Prozone Vanilla Fat Reducing Energy Drink, 22.5 oz., 30-30-40
This Energy Drink is formulated to contain the performance enhancing and healthy living balance of essential macronutrients.Pyruvate, 1000 mg, 90 Tabs
Regardless of what your fitness goals may be, incorporating NOW Foods 1000 mg Pyruvate is perfect for anyone wanting to expedite the potential of their training.Relora, NOW Foods, 300 mg, 60 Caps
Relora is used to normalizes hormone levels associated with stress-induced obesity and poor eating and drinking behaviors. Preliminary findings suggest that Relora can decrease the cravings for high fat and high sugar foods in stressed individuals.Ripped Fuel Extreme, Ephedra Free, 60 Caps
Twinlab's Ripped Fuel Extreme Ephedra Free is for people who are looking for an extreme way to fight fat and enhance lean muscle mass.7-Keto-DHEA, Metabolite of DHEA, NOW Foods, 25 mg, 90 Caps
7 Keto DHEA capsules Support the immune System and aid weight loss. A powerful antioxidant, 7 KETO DHEA aids fat metabolism and supports the production of lean muscle tissue.Skinny Wellness Oil, Nature's Inventory, 2 fl. oz.
Increase your metabolism and help break down the fatty tissues of the body with this simple and completely natural oil.Slimaluma Plus, NOW Foods, 60 VCaps
NOW Slimaluma Plus contains a patent-pending extract of Caralluma fimbriata, an edible succulent native to India. Slimaluma has been clinically tested and shown to be a safe and effective dietary supplement for use in appetite control and weight management. NOW Slimaluma Plus also features the synergistic ingredients Green Tea Extract and Yerba Mate for their antioxidant and energizing effects.Slimdun, 90 Pills
Supplement for maintaining healthy cholesterol level and reducing weight.Slim Sweet Natural Sweetener, 2.8 oz.
A tiny bit of SlimSweet goes a long way! SlimSweet tastes just like sugar but is 15 times sweeter than table sugar!Slim Trimmer, Balanceuticals, TCM Formula For weight Loss, 100% Natural, 60 Caps
Chinese medicine uses this well-known formula to help reject unnecessary fat absorption from food through bowel movements, and facilitate burning of fat in the body, maintaining healthy blood fat level while keep the person energetic and strong.Spectrum Shake (Amino Acids), Original (Unsweetened Vanilla), 1 lb. 4 oz.
Spectrum Shake provides a full and balanced array of amino acids, slow-burning complex carbohydrates, "non-fattening" medium chain triglycerides (MCT) and digestion enhancing enzymes.Spirulina, 380 mg, 100 Caps
Nature's Way Spirulina is specifically useful for those on a weight control program and as a mild appetite suppressant that helps control dietary cravings.Spirulina (Blue Green Algae) Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Spirulina is rich in chlorophyll, beta carotene, vitamins (including Vitamin B-12), minerals, amino acids, DNA, RNA, and enzymes.Stevia Liquid Extract, NOW Foods, 2 fl. oz.
A small amount of this Stevia liquid extract goes a long way. Stevia is a sugar-free and calorie-free sweetener.Stimerex Fat Burner, Hi Tech Pharmaceuticals, 100 Capsules
Stimerex Diet & Weight Loss Pill was developed by a Bariatric / Weight Loss physician with extensive experience in the research and development of effective and safe stimulants.Stop Cravings Formula Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
This formula helps people stop cravings and move through the withdrawal symptoms from addictions such as drugs, alcohol, smoking, and foods.Super Cortisol Support with Relora, Vegetarian Adrenal Support Formula, 90 VCaps
Super Cortisol Support is an herbal and nutritional formula designed to support healthy adrenal function and maintain healthy cortisol levels.Super Fisol 70% EPA / DHA Fish Oil Supplement, 90 Enteric Coated Softgels, Nature's Way
Fisol, enteric coated, fish oil supplement delivers 40% EPA and 30% DHA with a unique coating that withstands stomach acid so Fisol dissolves in the small intestine and maximizes the body's absorption of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids.The Metabolic Syndrome Program: How To Lose Weight, Beat Heart Disease, Stop Insulin Resistance & More, By Karlene RD Karst
Big Belly? High Body Mass Index? High Blood Pressure? If this sounds like you, you may be one of the millions of North Americans with Metabolic Syndrome.The Rite-Type Diet Plan For Type A, Placemat
Take the stress off your digestive system by using this guide while shopping, for blood type A.The Weight Loss Cure They Don't Want You To Know About, By Kevin Trudeau
Tens of thousands of people used this simple, inexpensive, safe medical treatment and achieved miraculous, fast, and permanent weight loss.ThyroZene, Hi-Tech, 90 Tabs
The Ultimate "Non-Stimulant" Metabolic Activator for Rapid Fat Loss! ThyroZene improves the conversion of Thyroid hormones which increases natural thyroid function.Tonalin XS CLA, (Conjugated Linoleic Acid), 1000 mg, 90 Softgels
TONALIN contains CLA (conjugated linoleic acid), a patented, dietary supplement derived from safflower oil. Nature's Way TONALIN XS-CLA. offers the highest potency of CLA available.Triple-Tea Fat Burner, Irwin Naturals, 75 Softgels
Triple-Tea Fat burner is infused with a powerful mix of White, Green and Black Tea extracts providing a potent combination of fat metabolizing ingredients with super antioxidant protection.Tru Hoodia Diet, NOW Foods, 60 VCaps
Tru Hoodia Diet is a potent combination of herbs that help to support healthy body weight.Vermella Slim, Liquid Extract, 30 ml
Vermella is an herbal extract made from the leaves of the Gentianella alborosea plant. It grows wild in Peru at an altitude of between 3,500 and 4,300 meters and has been used by indigenous groups in that region for hundreds of years.Weight Loss Cleanse & Flush, 15 Day, Nature's Secret, 60 Tabs
The Weight Loss Cleanse and Flush is an important step in any weight management program because it helps jump-start the metabolism and prime the digestive tract for better digestion and absorption.Yerba Mate Royal Tea, Instant With Stevia, 2.82 oz (180 Servings)
Yerba Mate Tea has a stimulating effect on metabolism, without the jitters. A faster metabolism not only means you burn more calories, it means you turn more calories into energy.Yerba Mate Tea, 20 Tea Bags
Yerba Mate tea has a stimulating effect on metabolism, without the jitters like caffeine. A faster metabolism not only means you burn more calories, it means you turn more calories into energy.
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Prescription for Nutritional Healing: The A-To-Z Guide To Supplements
-- by Phyllis A. Balch, James F. Balch - 2nd Edition
Prescription for Nutritional Healing: The A-To-Z Guide To Supplements
-- by Phyllis A. Balch, James F. Balch - 4th Edition
Prescription for Herbal Healing: The A-To-Z Reference To Common Disorders
-- by Phyllis A. Balch
The Complete Guide to Natural Healing
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