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Diabetic Friendly Weight Loss Programs - Meal Replacement Shakes

2011-12-16T09:30:00.000-08:00

Weight Loss For Diabetes

Weight loss for the average person with diabetes can be a huge challenge.

For those who have diabetes, managing sugar levels while taking daily injections of insulin presents the largest challenge when trying to lose weight. Many of the diet programs available on the market are not suitable for many reasons; the sugar content may be too high, or the food and calorie intake can be too restricted, and too low.

Weight Loss For Diabetes

Many doctors will prescribe weight loss for effective diabetes management, but what options are available?

The following video is a true testimonial about results that were achieved with the ViSalus Body by Vi™ products.

What is the ViSalus Body by Vi™ Challenge?

You can learn more about the Body by Vi™ Challenge by going to this page: What is ViSalus Body by Vi Challenge?

Interested in learning more about weight loss for diabetes and the Body by Vi™ Challenge?

Contact us here: http://ViLadies.com or click any of the packages below - to get started.

Weight Loss For Diabetes

2011-07-27T23:46:00.000-07:00

Free Visalus Shake Samples

The Body By Vi Challenge is sweeping the nation by storm - and the reason is simple:

the Body By Vi Challenge really works!

You've probably already heard about theVisalus Vi Shape Shakes, and you're curious about what this "Body By Vi 90 day challenge" is all about?

: Free Visalus Shakes Samples

Free Visalus Shake Samples

The Body By Vi 90 Day challenge is a fun and exciting way to lose weight, get fit and win cash, cruises and prizes.

The Visalus Shake Samples are a great way to introduce you to the weight loss/get fit challenge that is sweeping the nation.

How do I get mine?

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Body by Vi Shake Recipes - Keeping it Fresh, Keeping You Motivated! By Alecia Barnes At Isnare.com Ezine Articles

2011-07-04T13:00:00.000-07:00

Body by Vi Shake Recipes - Keeping it Fresh, Keeping You Motivated! By Alecia Barnes At Isnare.com Ezine Articles

Medifast Weight Loss Shakes or Body By Vi Shakes? The Numbers Don't Lie!

2011-07-04T12:31:00.000-07:00

Body By Vi Shakes

Protein Shake Comparison

So, How does the Medifast Weight Loss Shake Compare to The Body By Vi Shakes?

Medifast Weight Loss Shakes: Doing a comparison to the Body By Vi Shake, or "Vi Shape" shake, I will compare to the Medifast French Vanilla Ready To Drink Shake.

This shake also has 90 calories, with 1 gram of fat, 13 grams of carbohydrates, 6 grams of sugar, and 11 grams of protein. One thing that I wasn't thrilled about is that there are is 200 mg of sodium, per can.

I also found the shake to be a little too sweet, and very thick - but it tasted the best out of the competitors, although it didn't come close to the awesome tasting "shake mix that tastes like a cake mix", the Body By Vi Shake.

While there is fiber, roughly 3 grams per can, I found that there is no data to confirm whether there are pre-biotics or probiotics in each shake, and the cost per serving for the ready made shake to be high. A box of Medifast shakes contains seven servings, and costs $15.50, or $2.21 per serving.

Body By Vi Shakes - Clearly the winner!

Pre-Biotic: Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - YES

Medifast Shake - No.

The pre-biotic activity in Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes ensures maximum nutritional absorption.

Patented Fiber: Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - YES

Medifast Shake - No.
Fibersol™ is a new patented fiber blend that helps keep you feeling full, providing benefits of fiber without gas that can be caused by other types of fiber.

Serving Of Fiber: Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - YES

Medifast Shakes - YES

FAT (in grams):

Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - 1 gram

Medifast Shake - 1 gram

Saturated fat:

Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - NO

Medifast Shake- No

Sugar (gr):

Visalus Body By Vi Shakes <-1>

Medifast Shake 6 grms

Carbs (gr):

Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - 7

Medifast Shake - 12

Calories:

Visalus Body By Vi Shakes 90

Medifast Shake 90

Sodium (mg):

Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - 75

Medifast Shake - 220

Mix in Water & milk:

Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - YES

Medifast Shake - N/A

Cost per Serving:

Visalus Body By Vi Shakes - $1.50

Medifast Shake $2.21

Hands Down, The Visalus Body By Vi shake is the clear winner!

Why is the Body By Vi shake better than others?

2. Low sodium. Lower than other brands!

3. Contains a serving of whole milk, for bone healthy calcium.

4. Contains a full serving of fruit or vegetable fiber, without gas.

5. Contains digestive aids and enzymes, including prebiotic activity for maximum nutrition absorption.

6. Smells and tastes like cake mix! No grit! No metallic aftertaste.

ViSalus ViShape Competitor Comparison

19552606 ViSalus Trim Slim Shake ViShape Comparison Breakfast Chart

What’s in Vi-Shape®?

1. A unique blend of proteins that work quickly and provide long–lasting nutrition to help you burn fat and build lean muscle.
2. Heart healthy non-GMO soy protein. (No Isoflavones)
3. Fibersol™, a new patented fiber blend that helps keep you feeling full, providing benefits of fiber without gas that can be caused by other types of fiber.
4. Aminogen™ to help your body maximize protein and nutrient absorption.
5. 23 Vitamins and minerals, along with other ingredients that help you burn fat.

Vi-Shape Shake FAQ

1. What is unique about the Vi-Shape® Nutritional Shake mix?

There are so many unique benefits, and ingredients, so here are a few:
It tastes amazing. We call it the a. “Shake mix that tastes like a cake mix”. If you do a blind taste test vs. other shakes, you’ll see that many have either a gritty texture, can have a bitter or metallic after taste that lingers. Other shakes can smell bitter, or like chemicals. Ours is different because of the unique, high quality
ingredients that we use.
b. Our shake is lower in sodium, fat, and carbohydrates than other shakes. Many companies will use sodium to make the bland ingredients taste better, fat to make flavor carry, or add sugar to mask bitter notes. You can see from our comparison chart that we surpass the competition, due to our high quality.
c. Our shake is diabetic friendly. Many shakes use sugar, fructose, or other sweeteners that can spike blood sugar. This may result in low energy, hunger, and more. Ours has no added sugar, and is diabetic friendly.
d. We use 3 specially processed proteins. This provides fast, and long lasting hunger control, and can also help maintain lean muscle while targeting fat. Our shake has been specially processed to remove lactose, remove fat, remove carbohydrates, and remove isoflavones from the soy that can impact estrogen. Therefore, body builders, those sensitive to hormones can use our shake.
e. We include ingredients that other shakes don’t. We include digestive enzymes to help maximize protein absorption, prebiotics to support the bodies detox process and digestive health, vitamins, minerals, calcium, and more.
f. Affordability. There is simply no other shake that matches what we offer, for the price! By having a Body By Vi shake a day you can not only help fuel your body with powerful nutrients, but you can save money too.

2. What are the primary benefits of the Vi-Shape shake mix?

›› The shake mix provides complete nutrition – fast
›› Helps control appetite
›› Provides bone-healthy calcium
›› Provides heart healthy, low fat protein
›› Helps promote & maintain lean muscle mass
›› Supports protein digestion and nutrient absorption
›› Helps support healthy energy levels while cutting calories
›› Provides non-gassy fiber benefits for digestive health
›› Includes two unique fibers for health, and for hunger control
›› Supports a low glycemic lifestyle
›› Supports healthy metabolism
›› Gluten free. Lactose free. Low sodium, diabetic friendly. Low sugar. Tastes amazing!

3. How does the Body By Vi Shake help me lose or maintain weight?

How Body By Vi Shakes Fit Into A Plan Of Weight Loss: This is based partly on the science of Ketosis. Body By Vi Shakes work under two principals. They save you calories on your meals and they save you sugars and carbs, while giving you more protein. The goal here is to get your body into a state of ketosis (low state of fat burning) so that it's able to burn fat instead of sugars and carbs. Accountability is key, make sure to get enough protein each day, watch sugars and carbs (read the labels) and keep a food log of EVERY meal - including the snacks.

Where do I buy the Body By Vi Shakes?

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Visalus Business Opportunity

2011-06-27T14:18:00.000-07:00

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Weight Loss Diet Smoothie Recipes

2011-06-19T10:17:00.001-07:00

Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes

OK, so I imagine that as your reading that killer headline, if you are anything like me, you might have that "look" on your face. You know... the skeptical "How in the world can a diet smoothie taste great?" look.

Listen, I know the feeling. I've done diet smoothies, the wonderful, blended concoctions of fruit, yogurt and protein powder. And...

Yeah, they haven't tasted all that great, well at least not until I grabbed the REAL sugar, and tampered with the concoction so much that it regained any calories that may have been shaved by leaving it in its diet tasting, weirdly textured, and "what in the world is that unknown after taste" state.

I love smoothies...when they taste good.

The search for great tasting weight loss smoothie recipes is exactly why YOU are here, reading THIS. Hey, we all know that a great weight loss smoothie is a beautiful thing - it accomplishes a lot, with minimal effort. They are a great fit for an on the go lifestyle. An effortless way to get one of your servings of fruit, plus the protein and fiber to give you the fuel to STAY on the go.

BUT...and it is an important but...If it doesn't taste good then fuggedaboutit! Right?

The issue with making a healthy weight loss smoothie recipe at home is that it hasn't been easy to make a smooth smoothie, that tastes decent. Either the protein powder won't blend well, leaving a powdery, gooey mess, with the consistency of glue, or the consistency just wasn't right, all frothy and ...Wow, I really sound like a smoothie snob, don't I?

Well, thank goodness, I have discovered the secrets for making great tasting diet smoothies, with the perfect texture and consistency.

Want to know my secrets to the perfect weight loss smoothie recipe?

#1 the smoothie base – Vi Shape Shake mix
#2 frozen fruit, not ice cubes!

The Vi-Shape Shake mix comes in ‘sweet cream’ flavor that make the ultimate fruit, chocolate or even coffee smoothies. It has a superior nutritional profile to any of the other ‘meal replacement’ powders, and it blends easily in any kind of milk and even water. Vi-Shape Shake Mix tastes fantastic and blends perfectly – the ultimate smoothie base!

Vi Shape Shake Mix is GMO free, gluten free and lactose free. It is 100% safe for diabetics and even safe for cancer survivors because ViSalus has removed the estrogen precursors in the soy protein.
ViSalus ViShape Competitor Comparison
The Vi-Shape is the perfect meal replacement shake, but its also just the BEST smoothie base for people like me who love their smoothies!

Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes

Secret number Two:

The second secret to the perfect smoothie is frozen fruit. Using the frozen fruit instead of ice cubes gives it a more substantial ‘mouth feel’, and keeps you full much longer. To make it extra creamy and satisfying, add frozen banana. I let a bunch of bananas get to the point where they are lightly spotted, then I’ll peel them and put them in freezer bag. Most of the smoothie recipes below can be made more creamy by adding 1/2 a frozen banana.

I have a smoothie every day, so variety is key. Weight loss Smoothie recipes are very important, especially if you are going to use the Vi-Shape Shake mix as a meal replacement as it is recommended in the Body By Vi Challenge, you absolutely want to vary your shakes. If you are going to stick with the Body By Vi weight loss program and lose all the weight you want to – you will want to incorporate different recipes. The Vi-Net health tracker system has many suggested recipes. Just remember my tip to freeze the fruit and use it to blend your smoothie instead of adding ice.

Each of the weight loss smoothie recipes that lists ‘milk’ can be made with your choice of milk. I use plain almond milk because it is just 60 calories per cup. You could use cow milk, soy milk, almond, or any milk of your choice!

Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes

Blueberry Banana Super Energy Shake
1 cup milk
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 frozen banana
2 scoops Vi-Shape Shake mix
1 Banana Energy Charge Shape-up

Pina Colada Smoothie
1 cup milk
1/2 cup frozen pineapple
1/2 frozen banana
2 scoops Vi-Shape Shake mix
1 Banana Energy Charge Shape-up

Peach Creamcicle
1 cup milk
1 cup mixed frozen fruit that includes peaches
2 scoops Vi-Shape Shake mix
1 Peach Shape-up Health Flavor Mix-in

The peach is also delicious with a bit of fresh ginger blended in. Ginger is great for digestion and for speeding metabolism.

Strawberry Milkshake
1 cup milk
1 cup frozen strawberries
2 scoops Vi-Shape Shake mix
1 Strawberry Shape-up Health Flavor Mix-in

Orange Creamcicle
1 cup milk
1/2 cup mixed frozen fruit
2 scoops Vi-Shape Shake mix
1 Orange Shape-up Health Flavor Mix-in

Chocolate Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie
1 cup milk
1 frozen banana
1Tbs peanut butter
2 scoops Vi-Shape Shake mix
1 Chocolate Shape-up Health Flavor Mix-in

Leave out the banana and just use ice cubes for a peanut butter cup smoothie! Yum!

Coffee Smoothie
1 cup milk
1Tbs instant coffee
2 scoops Vi-Shape Shake mix
1 Chocolate Shape-up Health Flavor Mix-in
Ice cubes
This smoothie can also be made with strong coffee frozen in ice cube trays. Use the frozen coffee cubes instead of ice.

There you have it! SOME of my Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes!

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Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes

Free Body By Vi Shake Samples

2011-06-16T20:39:00.000-07:00

Free Body By Vi Shake Samples

The Body By Vi Challenge is sweeping the nation by storm - and the reason is simple: the Body By Vi Challenge really works!

You've probably already heard about the Body By Vi Shakes, and you're curious about what this "Body By Vi 90 day challenge" is all about?

Free Body By Vi Shake Samples
The Body By Vi 90 Day challenge is a fun and exciting way to lose weight, get fit and win cash, cruises and prizes.

The Body By Vi Shake Samples are a great way to introduce you to the weight loss/get fit challenge that is sweeping the nation.

How do I get mine?

Free Body By Vi Shake Samples - How to get yours

Wondering how to get your Free Body By Vi Shake Samples? Simple.

Just click the following link:

Free Body By Vi Shake Samples

Body By Vi Transformation Kit

2011-05-26T12:22:00.000-07:00

Body by Vi Transformation Kit

The Body by Vi Transformation Kit is packed with the ultimate in shaping and nutritional ingredients to help you see and feel maximum results. The Body By Vi Transformation Kit contains a 30-day supply of everything needed to help transform your body for a healthier, happier you.

Body By Vi Transformation Kit

Included in the weight loss kit: 2 (30-serving) pouches of Vi-Shape™ Nutritional Shake Mix; an assortment of our Health Flavors, to add flavor variety, and added health benefits to your shake,1 bottle of Vi-Slim™ Metab-Awake Tablets; 1 box of Vi-Trim™ Clear Control Drink Mix; 1 box of each flavor of ViSalus NEURO™ Smart Energy (Lemon Lift and Raspberry Boost flavors); and 1 bottle of our Vi-pak Omega Vitals capsules.

What are you waiting for? Join the Body By Vi Challenge today!

Body By Vi Transformation Kit

Body By Vi Shakes Or SlimFast Shakes?

2011-04-01T23:47:00.000-07:00

How does the Body By Vi Shake compare against the Slim-Fast Shake?

The chart below is a direct comparison of the key ingredients in the Visalus Vi Shape Shake vs the Slim-Fast Shake

Pre-Biotic:

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes - YES Slim-Fast Shake - No.
The pre-biotic activity in Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes ensures maximum nutritional absorption.

Patented Fiber:

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes - YES Slim-Fast Shake - No.
Fibersol™ is a new patented fiber blend that helps keep you feeling full, providing benefits of fiber without gas that can be caused by other types of fiber.

Serving Of Fiber:

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes - YES Slim-Fast Shake - YES

FAT (in grams):

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes - 1 gram Slim-Fast Shake - 3 grams

Saturated fat:

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes - NO Slim-Fast Shake - YES

Sugar (gr):

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes <1 Slim-Fast Shake 35

Carbs (gr):

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes 7 Slim-Fast Shake 40

Calories:

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes 90 Slim-Fast Shake 220

Sodium (mg):

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes 75 Slim-Fast Shake 220

Mix in Water & milk:

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes - YES Slim-Fast Shake - N/A

Cost per Serving:

Visalus Vi-Shape Shakes - $1.50 Slim-Fast Shake- $1.25

The winner?

Hands Down, The Visalus Vi-Shape shake is the clear winner!

Why is our shake better than others?

1. A unique, concentrated and absorbable blend of proteins processed to remove fat, lactose, carbohydrates and isoflavones to provide pure, concentrated protein. When mixed with milk or soy milk, we provide 20-22 grams of protein, the right mix to burn fat and build lean muscle.

2. Low sodium. Lower than other brands!

3. Contains a serving of whole milk, for bone healthy calcium.

4. Contains a full serving of fruit or vegetable fiber, without gas.

5. Contains digestive aids and enzymes, including prebiotic activity for maximum nutrition absorption.

6. Smells and tastes like cake mix! No grit! No metallic aftertaste.

ViSalus ViShape Competitor Comparison

19551860 ViSalus ViShape Shake Nutrition Comparison Body by Vi Challenge 19552606 ViSalus Trim Slim Shake ViShape Comparison Breakfast Chart

What’s in Vi-Shape®?

Vi-Shape Shake FAQ

1. What is unique about the Vi-Shape® Nutritional Shake mix?

There are so many unique benefits, and ingredients, so here are a few:
It tastes amazing. We call it the a. “Shake mix that tastes like a cake mix”. If you do a blind taste test vs. other shakes, you’ll see that many have either a gritty texture, can have a bitter or metallic after taste that lingers. Other shakes can smell bitter, or like chemicals. Ours is different because of the unique, high quality
ingredients that we use.
b. Our shake is lower in sodium, fat, and carbohydrates than other shakes. Many companies will use sodium to make the bland ingredients taste better, fat to make flavor carry, or add sugar to mask bitter notes. You can see from our comparison chart that we surpass the competition, due to our high quality.
c. Our shake is diabetic friendly. Many shakes use sugar, fructose, or other sweeteners that can spike blood sugar. This may result in low energy, hunger, and more. Ours has no added sugar, and is diabetic friendly.
d. We use 3 specially processed proteins. This provides fast, and long lasting hunger control, and can also help maintain lean muscle while targeting fat. Our shake has been specially processed to remove lactose, remove fat, remove carbohydrates, and remove isoflavones from the soy that can impact estrogen. Therefore, body builders, those sensitive to hormones can use our shake.
e. We include ingredients that other shakes don’t. We include digestive enzymes to help maximize protein absorption, prebiotics to support the bodies detox process and digestive health, vitamins, minerals, calcium, and more.
f. Affordability. There is simply no other shake that matches what we offer, for the price! By having a shake a day you can not only help fuel your body with powerful nutrients, but you can save money too.

2. What are the primary benefits of the Vi-Shape shake mix?

3. How does the Shake help me lose or maintain weight?

The shake can help you lose, or maintain weight depending on how you use it. To lose weight, we recommend using it in place of 2 meals per day, along with sensible snacks (like the ViSalus Nutra-Cookie™), and meal. You can use it for any 2 meals. To maintain weight, we recommend that you have 1 shake per day, and ideally for breakfast.
Why is this?
Well, if we compare the shake blended with non-fat milk (or soy milk, rice milk , or almond milk) and fruit, the shake will provide 20-25 grams of protein, a full serving of fiber, calcium, prebiotics, digestive enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and more, all for around 240 calories. If we compare that to an ‘average’ breakfast of a bagel with cream cheese, small orange juice and coffee with non-fat milk, you can see we provide more nutrition for less calories. The ‘average’ breakfast can add up to around 720 calories, and a whopping 880mg of sodium. So by having a shake, you’ll fuel your body, help keep your blood sugar level, and save calories to help you keep the weight off. We also recommend it for those people that don’t eat breakfast (almost 40% of adults don’t eat breakfast). By not eating
breakfast, the metabolism can slow and you may end up eating more calories per day while slowing the bodies’ fat burning system. Your body is like a car, it cannot run without fuel and it cannot be ‘trained’ to do without. So the shake once a day helps keep the metabolism going, keeps you energized, and helps cut calories. Twice a day and you’ll see greater results. And we also recommend Vi-Slim® to help burn calories without jittery feelings or stimulants, and Vi-Trim® added to the shake to help keep hunger at bay. These two products add powerful added support and can be bought separately, or as part of the Body by Vi™ Transformation kit.

4. Can the shake help me gain weight?

Absolutely! For those who want to gain weight, or even add muscle, the Vi-Shape™ Nutritional Shake mix can help Simply add a shake as a beverage with any meal, or use between meals. For those who exercise, having a shake mixed in water within 30 minutes of finishing a workout will find that it may help the muscles recover easier.

5. Is it nutritionally sound? Is it safe?

The shake is nutritionally very sound, and based on incredible science. It is based on healthy nutrition, and getting the daily requirements your body needs to feel healthy. However, those who are pregnant or lactating, gastric bypass patients, ulcer patients, and anyone known to have a medical condition should consult a physician prior to taking this product or any nutritional supplement.

6. Can I use only water for the shake?

The shake was designed to mix in water as a healthy snack, for after a work out, or to be mixed in milk/soy milk as a healthy meal (milk and soy milk provide more protein, and more calories). The goal is to not cut too many calories, or the body can feel that it is in starvation mode and slow the metabolism further. The U.S. government recommends that we consume a minimum of 1,200 calories per day. So if you do use the shake mixed in water, you may want to use 3 scoops instead of 2, or make sure you have a Nutra-Cookie along with the shake mixed in water to provide adequate calories.

7. I’ve tried other shakes, and they don’t taste as good. Why is that?

Our formula uses the highest quality proteins available today, and we worked very hard to ensure it would taste great. This is because we believe in proper nutrition. It’s our company philosophy to make the best products we can.

8. Why soy protein? Does it impact estrogen?

Soy is an excellent source of protein that delivers healthy heart benefits. Regular consumption of soy has been linked to helping reduce c-reactive proteins in the body, which benefit a healthy heart. Our soy protein is non- GMO (non Genetically Modified). It has been specially processed to remove the isoflavones, which are the active compound in soy that can affect estrogen.

9. Who should take this product?

Anyone interested in losing or maintaining weight, or who want to balance their daily nutrition with a perfect meal. We encourage those on serious medications, women who are pregnant or lactating, or those who are not in good health to consult a physician before starting our program, or any weight management program or nutritional supplement. The shake (with your doctor’s permission) is safe to use 1 scoop for children 4-12 for additional protein.

10. Why are the proteins unique?

Our proteins are high quality, concentrated forms of nutritional protein. They have been specially processed to remove fat, remove lactose, and remove carbohydrates. We also removed the isoflavones from the soy, to alleviate estrogenic activity concerns. This special processing leaves a purely great–tasting shake mix. This is why we call it “the shake mix that tastes like cake mix.™”

11. How many can I drink or use per day?

We recommend 1–2 servings per day of each product. However, you can take up to 3 packets of the Vi-Trim®, and you can use the shake for all meals if you desire. We recommend no more than 4 tablets of the Vi-Slim® per day.

12. Why artificial sweeteners?

To control calories, and the impact of sugar on glucose levels, we chose to use sweeteners. Many overweight people are diabetic, or borderline diabetic, and we did not want to have a product that they could not use. There is a lot of misinformation out on the internet about sweeteners, and there is no ‘perfect’ sweetener that can meet everyone’s needs. For example, xylitol and other sugar alcohols can cause diarrhea in up to 20% of the population, so it is not an ideal sweetener to us. Stevia has only recently been approved in the U.S., but is still pending global approvals. It can impart a bitter or licorice after taste that some people do not like. Agave has fructose, which can impact hunger. Sugar can impact blood sugar and impact tooth health. Aspartame is a sweetener that causes concerns for some people, as when it is heated it can degrade. We do not use those sweeteners. We use sucralose, which has been approved globally in over 60 countries, and has passed rigid approval processes for safety. It can be used hot or cold.

13. Why one flavor?

Our Sweet Cream flavor was designed to be mixed with fruit, yogurt, juice, or even into oatmeal if you want to add more protein to your diet! We also have our Shape-Up™ Health Flavors Mix-Ins, to help add flavor and nutritional benefits to the shake. Other companies may make you buy multiple canisters of product, which just sits there on your counter. We wanted to help control costs, and add fun to your day with our Health Flavors. Be sure to look in our program guide for many recipes to create nutritious and flavorful shakes! Or, add in our Health Flavors, use one, or create your own mixture of 2 or more for on the go variety.

14. Why a shake powder mix, and not ready to drink in a can?

The powder provides the best opportunity for you to mix it as you like, into non-fat milk, flavored or plain soy milk, low fat/low sugar yogurts, cottage cheese, or water.

Weight Loss Meal Replacement Shakes - Why Protein Shakes Are A Healthy Approach To Losing Weight

2010-12-04T15:53:00.000-08:00

Weight Loss Meal Replacement Shakes - Why Protein Shakes Are A Healthy Approach To Losing Weight

Weight Loss Meal Replacement Shakes are a fantastic solution to losing weight fast, but are they safe? Read more for a quick review of weight loss meal replacement shake diets and how to choose the right one for you.

Weight Loss Meal Replacement Shake diets are all the rage, but is it really safe to lose weight rapidly?
2/3 of the adult population are considered overweight, with 1/3 being considered obese. Being overweight can put your health at risk, and leave your body vulnerable to diseases like diabetes, and heart related disorders.
Healthy Quick Weight Loss Diets - Protein Weight Loss Meal Replacement Shakes
Protein weight loss meal replacement shakes can be a great quick weight loss diet tool, but only if you choose the right protein shake for weight loss.
Protein weight loss meal replacement shakes can be used when an individual is looking for a diet that will produce quick weight loss. Some key benefits of protein weight loss shakes for quick weight loss is that the nutrients and vitamins one would lose with a restricted calorie diet are included within the shake.
What Should I Look For In A Healthy Protein Weight Loss Meal Replacement Shake?
A high quality protein shake for weight loss addresses the 3 key common challenges people face when trying to lose or maintain weight:
1. Getting good nutrition while cutting calories.
2. Boosting a tired metabolism and keeping energy levels going on fewer calories
3. Controlling the hunger and stress of dieting.
Will I gain the weight back as quickly as I lose it using a quick weight loss diet?
According to Audrey Sommerfeld, SVP of Marketing for ViSalus Sciences; "There are many programs out there that can have you lose weight fast, only to regain it back quickly.
For example, if you cleanse, or drink those cayenne pepper type of drinks you will lose weight quickly. The challenge is you may be losing water weight, and eliminating waste to feel lighter, fast.
BUT...
When you go back to eating normally again, you will gain back the water weight because our diets are so high in sodium. The average American consumes as much as 8x more sodium per day than needed.
These fast weight products can also cause you to lose life enhancing muscle, slowing your metabolism and weakening your long term health."
Final Thoughts On Quick Weight Loss Diets - Protein Weight Loss Meal Replacement Shakes
Protein Powder weight loss shakes are a great diet program to achieve quick weight loss.
To keep the weight off, studies show that those who chose to use weight loss support groups in addition to their quick weight loss diet program experience more long term success in losing the unwanted weight, and in keeping the weight that they have lost off.

Body By Vi Protein Shake Diet -Weight Loss Meal Replacement Shakes

Body By Vi 90 Day Weight Loss Challenge - Protein Weight Loss Shakes- Safe Diets, Quick Weight Loss

MPG Car Rental - Hybrid Car Rentals in Los Angeles' Only West side "Green Fleet"

2010-11-04T00:36:00.000-07:00

MPG Car Rental - Hybrid Rental Cars in West Los Angeles and LAX

Local Car Rental Company Launches All-Green Fleet

Only Company of its kind on the West Side, LAX

Venice, Calif. - November 1, 2010
For Immediate Release

Local Car Rental Company MPG Hybrid Car Rental is setting itself apart from its competitors while taking initiative to improve the environment by launching the first all green, full service agency on Los Angeles' West Side.

Exclusively comprised of hybrid/electric and clean diesel vehicles, the fleet ranges from popular, midsize models like the Toyota Prius and Honda Insight, to full size luxury SUV's like the Cadillace Escalade Hybrid.

"We believe going green shouldn't have to be a luxury", says MPG Manager Zeke Thomas. "What's good for the planet is also good for business. MPG is an innovative company with a mission to do its part to help the planet. We aim to provide an affordable green alternative to the traditional car rental market".

As part of their daily operation, the company will provide premium services such as customer and vehicle pickup/delivery to customers who set up corporate accounts or stay at local area hotels. With its close proximity to both LAX (3 miles) and Santa Monica Airports (2 miles), airport service is also another convenient option MPG provides.

Rental Models include: Toyota Prius, Honda Insight, Toyota Camry Hybrid, Toyota Highlander Hybrid, Lexus RX450h, Chevy Tahoe Hybrid, and Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

Austin Construction - Custom Decks, Pergolas, Patio Covers - San Luis Obispo County 805-461-1940

2010-09-15T00:14:00.000-07:00

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Never Forget - A 9/11 Tribute

2010-09-11T11:18:00.000-07:00

9/11/2001

On that day, I remember...

Receiving a phone call from my husband, saying that we were under attack.

I remember actually laughing, thinking it was a joke. I think I even laughingly replied ‘Yeah, right, like that's even possible’…

I remember hearing the fear in his voice and at his urgent insistence, turning on the television just in time to see the second plane hit.

I remember the chills that overtook me, and clutching my child close to me, I sat in horror to watch as the events unfolded.

I remember being glued to the television, and the feeling of being shaken to my very core.

Fear like I had never felt before overtook me.

Never, in my years of being an American, never in ALL of my life, had I ever feared for my safety, or the safety of my family.

I never imagined or given thought to the possibility; that people outside of my limited sphere and selfish view of the world would ever think to impose harm upon the citizens of this great nation.

As an American, I had simply taken that security for granted, and I was readily reminded on that day, on 9/11/2001, how fortunate we are to live in a country where security and safety are as abundant as the very air that we breathe.

My heart broke several times over the course of that eventful day, and the days that followed.

I clearly remember the first man that appeared on television, holding a photo of his loved one, bold enough to make a plea to anyone who could hear him, the desperation and despair showing in his sad eyes.

Slowly, one after the other appeared, some hopeful, others hopeless, looking for a sign that their loved one had made it out of the buildings alive, and then...

Down the buildings came.

My heart sank, the realization that all hope was lost for those who had possibly survived the impacts, knowing that they were gone forever, as the buildings came crashing down.

The events of 9/11 woke me up and made me face the things that I took for granted about this wonderful country...

That the freedom that was a normal to me as waking up in the morning, driving to work, attending church, that freedom came with a cost.

My heart swelled with pride, as a nation pulled together, as we regained our sense of patriotism, flying flags and showing that we were all the same color, we were one nation, under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all. Our Nationality – Red, White and Blue.

I remember having my world changed forever in a surreal and dream like instant, and I choose to NEVER forget the sacrifice SO many made, on that day, and every day since then to protect my freedom, the freedom that I never gave thought to, that I took for granted, and even embarrassing as it is to admit, that I took with a sense of arrogant entitlement.

I am so thankful for the sacrifices that were, and continue to be made so that I can continue to live in this WONDERFUL country...the land of free, and the home of the BRAVE.

NEVER FORGET.

Medical Billing Ventura CA - MedEStaff Medical Billing and Practice Management

2010-09-09T15:18:00.000-07:00

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MedeStaff Medical Billing and Practice Management of Ventura CA has just one question for you...Is your A/R out of control?

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Our staff is trained to personally follow-up on any claim that is not paid within 120 days or less. Here at MedEStaff we train our staff continually to keep abreast of any and all changes, CPT ICD9 and ICD10, HCPCS, Medicare and Medi-Cal.

We are equipped to transmit your claims electronically. Electronic transmission translates to faster claim turnaround to improve your bottom line.

We also offer medical transcription services, as well as notary.

To learn more about our billing, consulting, and credentialing services, give us a call or send an email.

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Brazilian Keratin (Brazilian Blowouts) & Japanese Hair Straightening in Costa Mesa:Hair By Ricardo 714.488.1913

2010-08-27T15:59:00.000-07:00

Brazilian Keratin, Brazilian Blowouts and Japanese Hair Straightening are simply what Ricardo Garcia does, brilliantly.

Ricardo Garcia has spent the last 18 years perfecting his skills and mastering the art of hair. His understanding of his client's needs and desires is his primary focus.

Specializing in color and highlights, in 1998 Ricardo was one of the first in Orange County to offer Japanese Hair Straightening.

His accreditations include Vidal Sassoon, L'Oreal Color, Matrix and Yuko Hair Straightening. Ricardo to this day continues to refine his craft through seminars, classes and hair exhibits.

He has owned and operated two salons over the past 10 years.

Appointments are strongly recommended.

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2200 Harbor Blvd Ste D230, Costa Mesa CA 92627

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2010-08-13T20:01:00.000-07:00

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Protein Shakes For Weight Loss

2010-08-02T14:48:00.000-07:00

There has been quite a stir in the diet industry about protein shakes for weight loss. Before we look at the benefits of weight loss using protein shakes, we'll examine what protein shakes are exactly, in order to understand why it is so popular among the various weight loss diets followed.

Ok, So What are Protein Shakes?
Protein supplements, which come in powdered form are known as protein shakes. Protein shakes contain nutrients, which are required by the body to rebuild after a workout. These shakes are to be consumed along with water or milk. If you want, you can also add a fruit to a protein shake. If you add milk and a fruit to it, it normally tastes like a milkshake or a fruit smoothie. These protein supplements are either soy protein or egg or dairy protein.

Protein Shakes for Weight Loss - What are the benefits?

Proteins help in building muscle mass. Muscle mass is necessary for weight loss as well, to keep unwanted pounds at bay. Therefore, most dietitians recommend a high protein diet in the form of protein shakes for fat people, in their effort to lose weight. Research has shown that protein shakes help you lose about 4 to 6 pounds of weight a month. This is true, only if you stick to a low calorie diet and avoid colas as well as fizzy drinks. At the same time an exercise program will also have to be implemented.

It is advised that a person should consume about 1 gram of protein for every 1 pound of his weight. Therefore, if a person weighs 130 pounds, he will have to consume 130 grams of protein per day. Whatever the amount of protein requirement, should be divided by 6 and then consumed in six meals that you are supposed to have to achieve weight loss. This is however not possible, due to all the commitments. Therefore, it is advisable to have protein shakes instead so that you attain your daily quota of protein.

Whey protein shakes are used in the form of protein shakes for fat loss. This is especially used by body builders, who want to get rid of fats in the body and want to lose weight at the same time. A frequently asked question is, if there are protein shakes for women losing weight. Yes, whey protein shakes is the answer. Whey protein contains soy protein and it helps women get rid of cellulite. At the same time whey protein helps in managing weight, therefore, whey protein shakes for weight loss in women can be used. There are many women who have enjoyed their weight loss process with these protein shakes for women to lose weight.

When to Have Protein Shakes for Weight Loss?
It is not advisable to replace each and every meal with a protein shake. The best time to have protein shakes is in the morning. After your last meal at night, you have fasted for approximately 8 hours. Hence, consuming protein will get it assimilated faster in the body. The other best time to have a protein shake is after your workout. After a workout, the muscles need to repair and rebuild, hence, it is advised to have protein shakes after a workout.

There are many homemade protein shake recipes, which you can make use of. Most of the recipes are easy to make. You will need to mix the protein powder in water or milk and blend it in a blender along with a fruit. These protein shakes for weight loss also taste good and come with various flavors. So you can choose a flavor of your choice. In case your protein shake powder is bland, you can add flavoring to make the protein shake taste better. If you like the taste of coffee, you can also add coffee to your protein shake.

Protein Shakes For Weight Loss - How I Lost 90 Pounds In 90 Days

Shakes/Smoothies For Weight Loss - A Guide to Weight Loss with Shakes

2010-07-31T14:40:00.000-07:00

If you are like the millions of other Americans with a few pounds to lose, you may have considered using Shakes For Weight Loss to help you to achieve your weight loss goals.

The benefits of shakes for weight loss is that using shakes for weight loss is a safe way to lose weight when used as a meal replacement.

When Shakes for weight loss are compared to other meal replacement alternatives, shakes for weight loss provide the consumer with the vitamins and nutrients needed to sustain energy and proper body function, that may be lost with the reduction of calories.

Finally, a fantastic benefit of shakes for weight loss is the reduction of overall caloric intake, making weight loss effective and quick.

Weight Loss and Muscle Building

It is possible to build muscle when using shakes for weight loss as a meal replacement. The addition of pure protein in shakes for weight loss make shakes for weight loss an ideal fit for those looking to build muscle mass, while losing weight.

The use of pure protein in shakes for weight loss can cause some confusion, but note, the terms "protein shake" and "weight loss shakes" are typically interchangeable, it would be prudent to check the caloric value of each shake before making a purchase, as there are many protein shake products on the market that are designed to help the consumer gain, and not lose unwanted fat and pounds.

Things to look for in Shakes For Weight Loss

Check ingredients for excess sugar
Check Calories per serving
Check the sodium content

Remember, in a shake for weight loss, excess sugar or sodium may make the shake taste good, but may actually slow down the results of what you are working so hard to achieve.

Instead, consider preparing your shake for weight loss with low calorie fruit juice, or fresh fruit. Not only will your weight loss shake taste delicious, it will help you to stay focused on your weight loss goals, BECAUSE your shake for weight loss tastes so good.

Final Thoughts on Shakes for weight loss:

Only replace one to two meals a day with a shake for weight loss.

Watch your calories on your regular meals. Just because you've done extraordinarily well with your meal replacement shakes, remember, your ultimate goal is weight loss.

Avoid Fast food, and high calorie splurges. Lean proteins such as chicken and fish, fresh fruits and vegetables, and whole grains are your best defense against making poor food choices.

Make the decision to lose weight, find the perfect shake for weight loss, and get started toward your weight loss goals.

90 Pounds In 90 Days - Incredible Weight Loss Achievement

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2010-07-23T14:54:00.000-07:00

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2010-07-20T07:14:00.000-07:00

Stuttgart Automotive in Los Angeles CA offers the finest quality in Porsche, Mercedes, BMW, Audi and Mini Cooper Repairs. Call to schedule an appointment at 310-473-4529.

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Urgent Care Ventura: Ready Medics Urgent Care Walk In Clinic

2010-07-19T14:17:00.000-07:00

Looking for an Urgent Care Clinic in Ventura?

Consider visiting Ready Medics Urgent Care Walk In Clinic.

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2010-07-02T01:24:00.001-07:00

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2010-07-01T21:40:00.000-07:00

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2010-07-01T20:59:00.001-07:00

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2009-06-21T14:12:00.000-07:00