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2013-03-26T23:20:00.000-04:00

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Project 10 Weekly Winners- 3/25/2013

Posted by Jeff Chenoweth March 26, 2013

Donna Yamaguchi

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

The major factors that contributed to my weight gain were eating unhealthy (i.e. fast food, overeating) and very little to no exercise. Plus I constantly made excuses that I didn’t have enough time to workout.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

Instead of living vicariously through my kids and their activities and impose “do as I say not as I do” on to them, I choose to be an example of what health and fitness. For me, the motivation was being a good example for my kids.

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Just #sticktoit for 90 days!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

Because I lost my first 10 pounds, I feel like I can reach my target goal.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Eating healthier, drinking Vi-Shakes every day, and exercising regularly were the main factors.

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Nicole Safley

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

To sum it up quickly: food, kids and just a general lack of discipline. I was an athlete all through high school and into my 20′s but as life ramped up, I stopped being so active and starting eating more. I love food and had never had to watch what I ate before so that was totally new to me. The pounds started accumulating and seemed like they never stopped. I weigh more now than I did when I was 9 months pregnant with my 4th child! I knew I had to do something to change this.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

The Challenge definitely motivated me to stick with it. I’ve used Isagenix, Shakeology, worked out, but I never seem to stick with the program. The fun and excitement of The Challenge has made all the difference in the world!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Change your focus! Weight loss isn’t just about looking good- it’s about your health! I care more about living a healthy life than fitting into a bikini. Determine to live a healthy, cancer free life through excellent nutrition…that’s the best motivation. I plan on living to 125 at least!!

How did you feel in terms of energy and overall wellness after you lost the first 10 pounds?

I now am incredibly more energetic and feel better about myself plus I can even see a difference in my physical appearance!

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Bennie Jennings

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

I wasn’t really overweight but felt that I just wasn’t in as good of shape as I wanted to be. Time itself took its’ toll and I wanted to feel better about myself and become healthier.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

It really came down to satisfaction and proving to people that I could do this…that I couldachieve this! I want all my friends to know that this really and truly works. I was not in need of losing weight, I was in need of proving how well this works!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Drink your shakes consistently and as directed. Combine cardio with that and you will see serious results! I can already see a physical difference in my appearance!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I feel like I can reach my target goal because I lost my first 10 pounds.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Drinking Vi-Shakes every day, exercising regularly and going public with my goal were the biggest factors.

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Jason Parks

Kit: Balance Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

My busy lifestyle combined with lack of getting proper nutrition while living on the on the road lead to my weight gain.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

After losing 25 pounds on my first Challenge, I knew I had several more to go. With the Project 10 promotion, the free T-shirt and $1,000 were HUGE motivators!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

If you don’t see weight dropping right away, stick with it!!! Use measurements to see your results as the lean muscle you are building weighs more than the fat your body is consuming!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I feel like I can reach my target goal because I lost the first 10 pounds and can already see a difference in my physical appearance!

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Carol George

Kit: Transformation Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

Poor eating habits were my main contributors. Late-night snacking was a big problem.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

After I had orthopedic surgery my doctor said that I must lose a few pounds.

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Stay motivated, be patient, stick with the program, and believe that you can loose your first 10!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I feel like I can reach my target goal because I lost my first 10 pounds and can see a difference in my physical appearance

How did you feel in terms of energy and overall wellness after you lost the first 10 pounds?

I feel incredibly more energetic and better about myself!

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Tom Bold

Kit: Transformation Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

The main factors were a combination of not being as active as I used to be and having a job that requires me to sit behind a desk all day.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

I have a 17 month-old daughter and really wanted to become much more healthier and active so I can keep up with her today and in the future. She is my motivation!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Stick with the program. I think most people tend to quit on a diet or cheat too much. The Challenge really works and the results happened quickly, you just need to stick with it!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I am more motivated to eat healthy and am a happier person because I lost my first 10 pounds.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Eating healthier, drinking Vi-Shakes every day and exercising regularly were the main contributors.

Make sure to watch all of the videos from our Project 10 Winners, you’re sure to be inspired! Who knows, you could be next! To see our favorite series of videos from our winners

PROJECT 10

Project 10 Winners’ Top Videos- 3/25/2013

Posted by Jeff Chenoweth March 26, 2013

Each week we are rewarding 10 ViSalians that lose 10 pounds with $1,000 each as a part of our Project 10initiative. In order to participate in Project 10, individuals must submit an ‘i WANT it’ video which details why they are trying to lose weight, what losing 10 pounds means to them and then weigh themselves to show what their starting weight is.

Once an individual loses 10 pounds and has previously submitted an ‘i WANT it’ video, they then submit an ‘i LOST it’ video which enables them to be eligible to win the weekly $1,000 prize. One can also be entered for the weekly prize by submitting an ‘i BUILT it’ video which signifies they were able to gain 10 pounds of lean muscle.

Once winners are selected, each winner submits an ‘i WON it’ video celebrating their 10 pounds of weight loss.

Tonight we announced our new group of weekly Project 10 winners and wanted to share our favorite series of videos out of this week’s ten winners.

Rob Penticoff

Brigitte Leclerc

Cathy Cac Bozof Stiner

Hugo Mendoza

Breaking News Arrival in UK!

2013-03-23T22:29:00.002-04:00

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How Well do you Know the Vi Shake?

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All About the Vi-Shape Shake

Posted by Jeff Chenoweth March 25, 2013 0 Comment 247 views

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Eric, Now Down Over 200 Pounds!

2013-03-23T17:53:00.002-04:00

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Hulk Hogan Fan Loses over 200 pounds on the Body by Vi Challenge!

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Welcome to the Double Century Club

WOW! Please help us congratulate the first ever Body by Vi ‘Double Century Club’ member, Eric Rose, who finished his 2nd Challenge and is down 207lbs! What an amazing weight loss story!

See Eric’s Story – Second 90-Day Challenge:

Eric’s first 90-Day Challenge:

A heart warming story and transformation of 124lbs in 90 days with the Body by Vi Challenge from Visalus Sciences. Eric is part of Hulk Hogan’s team with Visalus and Hulk Hogan’s Challenge.

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$10,000 to Weekly Winners 3-11-13

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PROJECT 10

Project 10 Weekly Winners- 3/11/2013

Posted by Jeff Chenoweth March 11, 2013

Melanie Sanchez

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

After I had my children I was so focused on them that I started to forget about myself! Because I wasn’t focused on eating healthy or exercising, the baby weight I had gained just continued to get worse and worse.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

I lost my first 10 pounds back in April of 2012. To date, I have lost 80 pounds! Each 10 pounds lost is a huge milestone! With The Challenge it was so easy! I’m motivated by how good I feel now that I’ve lost weight and seeing the scale constantly going down is definitely a great motivator!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

You just really need to focus on having 2 shakes a day. They don’t work sitting on the shelf! You HAVE to drink the shakes! And don’t just weigh yourself- measure and take pictures! The scales are NOT the only indication of your transformation!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I am a happier person and am more motivated to eat healthy because I lost my first 10 pounds.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Drinking Vi-Shakes every day, going public with my goal and just eating healthier in general were the main factors that contributed to my weight loss.

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Martin Calderon

Kit: Transformation Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

A combination of extremely poor eating habits and lack of exercise really contributed to my weight gain. I started feeling hopeless in regards to my health. The fact that I had doubled my weight since marrying my wife 20 years ago really made me feel depressed.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

Initially, seeing my coach’s transformation on Facebook inspired me to want to live a healthier lifestyle. What pushed me over the edge to actually call him and do something about it was when I looked at the scale and it read 475 pounds. Another huge motivator was the fact that I had to pay for a second seat on the flight home from my last vacation- I wasn’t going to let that happen again! The fact that I am a borderline diabetic at the age of 39 with high blood pressure and Sleep Apnea were real wake-up calls.

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Live the Challenge! SHAKE IT UP, set attainable goals and FIGHT for them! My initial 90 day goal was to lose 76 lbs. because that would get me out of the 400′s. I lost the 76 lbs. in 60 Days and 101 lbs in the 90 days! You can do it!

How did you feel in terms of energy and overall wellness after you lost the first 10 pounds?

I felt incredibly more energetic and better about myself and in less than two weeks I had already lost the weight!

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Drinking Vi-Shakes every day, going public with my goal and eating healthier all contributed to my weight loss and the fact that I can already notice a difference in my physical appearance!

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Marci Otis

Kit- Shape/Transformation Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

Seven years ago I lived in California working as an aerobics instructor, teaching an average of 15 classes per week. My family and I then moved to Oregon where I stopped teaching aerobics and started working so many hours I didn’t even have time to get a simple workout in! I started to feel like I was losing myself and I’ve essentially gained about 10 pounds per year ever since.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

It was easy to lose the first 10 pounds because I went public with my goal on Facebook! I also signed up for a half marathon and a Tough Mudder and worked to get in shape for that.

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Make a shake!

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Going public with my goal, drinking Vi-Shakes every day and exercising regularly were extremely important in me achieving my 10 pound weight loss.

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JB Wilson

Kit- Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

Bad eating habits played a big role in my weight gain. I used to eat a lot of fast food, hamburgers, cakes, pies and all sorts of other junk. Not only that, but I usually ate a bunch of these junk foods right before I went to bed, which is really unhealthy.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

There are so many people I know personally who are overweight with serious health conditions because of poor eating habits. On the flip side, I’ve seen so many people with similar health conditions improve because of the Body by Vi Challenge. I knew that if I wanted to reach out to these people and truly change their lives I had to show them my results on The Challenge to convince them it works. Not to mention, I really needed to see me do it. I knew I could lose 10 pounds but I just had to see it accomplished. Now that I’ve lost the first 10 pounds I’m ready to kick it up a notch and put on some lean muscle and decrease my body fat percentage while getting into better shape.

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Set your goal to lose the 10 pounds and just go for it! I set my goal. I said I was going to do it and I did it!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I really feel like I can reach my target goal because I lost my first 10 pounds.

How did you feel in terms of energy and overall wellness after you lost the first 10 pounds?

It took me a little over 2 weeks to shed the weight and I already feel incredibly more energetic and better about myself.

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Pamela Fusco

Kit- Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

I have had a weight problem all my life and have always struggled to lose weight. Sometimes I would lose it only to gain it back again. I ended up having a major heart attack in 2008 and was placed on medications which make it very difficult to lose weight. The medications paired with my naturally slow metabolism made weight gain easy and weight loss hard.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

I was motivated to lose weight because I didn’t like to look at myself in the mirror anymore. I didn’t like to walk around having no energy. I was truly tired of the way I felt. Not to mentioned, I wanted to be able to wear clothes that fit and looked good on me.

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

You must believe that you can do it and utilize the support that is out there for you. Conquer the fear and remain dedicated!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I am now more motivated to eat healthy.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

The support of my friends and family, drinking Vi-Shakes every day and going public with my goal were important to my success.

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Nick Trussell

Kit- Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

I went from having a physically demanding job that helped keep me in top physical condition to a job behind a desk. I got comfortable with how I looked and the lack of physical conditioning caused me to start gaining weight quickly.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

I was motivated my wife’s weight loss. I didn’t want people seeing her losing weight then seeing her out of shape, overweight husband.

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

The best tip I can give is to stay focused. Stay focused with the shakes, stay focused on eating right and the weight will come off.

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I am much more motivated to eat healthy.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

The main factors were the support of my friends and family, eating healthier and drinking Vi-Shakes every day.

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Make sure to watch all of the videos from our Project 10 Winners, you’re sure to be inspired! Who knows, you could be next! To see the top 4 series of videos from this week’s group of winners, click here.

Another $10K To 10 People just for Losing 10 Lbs Are YOU Next?

2013-03-05T08:04:00.000-05:00

PROJECT 10

Project 10 Weekly Winners- 3/4/2013

Posted by Jeff Chenoweth March 4, 2013

Laura Gabriel

Kit: Transformation

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

I was diagnosed with Stage III breast cancer and had to go through chemotherapy. Because of the chemotherapy, my liver didn’t function properly and caused me to gain 40 pounds. I originally used the Vi-Shake as a nutritional supplement but after a few months decided I would use it as a way to lose weight. Since the Vi-Shake is non-GMO (not genetically modified) and the soy is safe for breast cancer survivors, it seemed like the perfect fit. Without much exercise I have been able to lose 42 pounds over two Challenges! I honestly feel that the nutrition that I got from the shake and Vi-Pak not only fixed my liver function, but also helped save my life. I am so thankful that ViSalus has been there for me and my family! Losing the extra weight has made a huge difference in my life.

Cancer taught me so much about living since I came so close to dying. Every day is precious and a gift. I am happy to report that I am no longer taking any medication and I now have much more vitality and energy. If you are dealing with a diagnosis that makes weight loss challenging, know that while it may be difficult, weight loss is possible. Please take this dose of HOPE and let it lift your spirits and help kick-start your journey to a healthier and happier life. HOPE, for me, stands for Help Other People Every day. ViSalus has given me the opportunity to HOPE and improve others’ lives, health and prosperity more than I was ever able to in my profession (I’m a Registered Nurse).

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

After fighting so hard to live, I wanted to live my life at a healthy weight; unencumbered by the weight gain after chemo. On ViSalus products, including the Vi-shake and Vi-pak, I have lost 42 pounds and I feel much younger than I did before. I am 55 years old and look and feel like I’m in my late thirties.

I am now paying it forward by helping people get their lives back as they reach their health goals. Since I am a Registered Nurse, I thoroughly researched the ingredients and found that everything in the products is safe for cancer survivors, nutritionally challenged people and diabetics alike! I am more motivated than ever to reach my health and fitness goals and know a lot of people that feel the same way. We are excited to really be living our lives again!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Just get started! Take a long deep breath and then take your first step by contacting a Promoter and get signed up with ViSalus! Losing the first ten pounds is the best motivator to get yourself going and the momentum of losing the first ten pounds will keep you going!

My other tip is to reach out and ask for help from your friends in the ViSalus community. ViSalus is more than just stellar products; ViSalus is a community of people working to make a difference in the lives of everyone you touch. Making a positive difference is what life is all about for me. I encourage you to join me, we can make it fun together!

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

A combination of support from my family and friends, drinking Vi-Shakes every day and going public with my goal were crucial to my success.

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Tami Jeffs

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

My weight gain was caused by poor eating habits, getting older and trying to be a single mom with three kids. A lot of stress paired with a lack of effort left me at my heaviest in the spring of 2012, weighing in at 238 pounds. I drank Vi- Shakes twice a day starting in May and by July 1st had lost about 40 pounds!!

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

As I continued drinking the shakes and getting lots of compliments at work, I decided to become a promoter for ViSalus. I was motivated to lose the first 10 pounds on this current Challenge because I wanted to show my customers, and the world, I am taking this seriously and that Vi-Shakes make it so much easier to lose weight. I also wanted to encourage my Mom and Aunt who had recently started their Challenges. I am the lightest I have been in years now, weighing in at 179 pounds!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Stay focused. Give the shakes a chance to help you by not skipping them. Drink two per day and it will work! Also, be sure to drink plenty of water when you feel like snacking. Water will help you curb your hunger- then you can focus on a sensible snack (I ate carrots!).

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I am happier, feel much more energetic, feel better about myself and can see a difference in my physical appearance!

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Marc Boulay

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

Since I work in sales I’m on the road all the time. Fast food restaurants are everywhere so I didn’t have the healthiest diet. Now that I know I always have my Vi-Shakes with me, I don’t even notice the fast food joints anymore!

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

First of all, I deserve to feel good about myself and want to look good too. My family is also a huge reason as to why I wanted to lose weight. I want to be there for my kids and be around long enough to eventually hear someone call me Grandpa!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Have fun with your shakes! Experiment with healthy ingredients and just really have fun with them. Also, if you share your goals with others you’ll find that you’ll get encouragement from your friends and family. Finally, just have fun with it! Get outside and have a blast!

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Going public with my goal, eating healthier and drinking Vi-Shakes every day were extremely important in losing my first 10 pounds.

How long did it take you to lose your first 10 pounds?

I am proud to say it took me less than two weeks and I can already see a difference in my physical appearance!

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John Abbott

Kit: Fit Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

It really came down to all of the holiday meals and way too much late-night snacking.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

I’ve seen others do it which made me think I could really accomplish my goals. In addition, having my wife’s support has been crucial to my success and motivated me to take this seriously. The $1000 didn’t hurt either!!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

No cheating!! If you feel like you’re hungry, have a glass of water instead!

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

The most important factors were drinking Vi-Shakes every day, exercising regularly and going public with my goal.

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I am now much more energetic and feel better about myself. Losing my first 10 pounds has even motivated me to eat much healthier!

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Lindsey Wright

Kit: Transformation Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

The biggest factors have been my stress levels and my inability to keep my emotions in check. I’ve been through a few tough years dealing with back problems and I found myself giving up and not caring about my health or how I looked. I’ve had weight issues me entire life and they only got worse as I got older.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

Everything in my life slowly started to change for the better. I changed my thought process to always thinking positive and I looked in the mirror one day and said to myself, “Enough is enough! I can’t do this to my health any longer; it’s time for a change!”

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Picture yourself in the future and think about how healthy you want to be. Then just make it happen!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

Since I can already notice a difference in my physical appearance, I truly feel like I can reach my target weight loss goal.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Getting support from my friends and family, drinking Vi-Shakes every day and just eating healthier in general have all played an important role.

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Amanda Rivera

Kit: Transformation Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

When I was pregnant with my second child I gained 54 pounds and nearly got gestational diabetes. It became extremely difficult to lose weight after the pregnancy.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

With summer right around the corner I want to be able to be active with my kids and look great while doing it!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Since breakfast is the most important meal of the day, start your day off right by having a Vi-Shake!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

Considering I can already see a difference in my physical appearance, I am now a happier person.

How did you feel in terms of energy and overall wellness after you lost the first 10 pounds?

I am much more energetic and feel much better about myself.

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Where to get Garcinia Cambogia

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A past episode of The Dr. Oz Show has the Le-Vel-Community buzzing after Dr. Oz revealed garcinia cambogia as the “newest, fastest fat buster.” It’s no surprise that Le-Vel is ahead of the curve: Our DFT patch contains garcinia cambogia extract! While using only pharmaceutical grade raw materials you can expect the Best quality.

What makes garcinia cambogia so special? Well it’s a small, pumpkin-shaped fruit that contains an HCA extract that supports weight loss by doing two things:

1 it helps the body to fight fat
2 plays a role in helping control your appetite.

Since hunger is a leading reason people struggle with weight loss,

Le-Vel has perfected this revolution by a creative and innovative formula.

So how exactly does this work? According to an article on Dr. Oz’s website (though the FDA does not allow us to make these claims), the HCA extract found in garcinia cambogia “blocks fat by inhibiting a key enzyme that your body needs to make fat from carbohydrates: Citrate lyase. Usually carbohydrates or sugars that are not used immediately or stored in other forms are converted into fats. When HCA inhibits citrate lyase, the fat-making process is halted and the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides decrease.”

An additional benefit is that HCA helps control hunger by supporting serotonin levels. This is important considering the fact that Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in your brain that makes you feel good. When you have a low level of serotonin, it is likely to make you feel sad or anxious and may even drive people towards emotional or reactive eating. By supporting serotonin levels, HCA supports a healthy mood and helps provide the ability to fight stressful situations with food.

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Sucralose: Debunking Misinformation

2013-03-02T20:33:00.002-05:00

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Sucralose: Debunking Misinformation

Posted by ViSalus March 1, 2013

It is unfortunate that there is so much confusion and misinformation about sweeteners. Sweeteners have received bad press, primarily because of aspartame, a sweetener which degrades when heated and tastes bad. However Sucralose, a low-calorie sweetener that makes Vi-Shape Shake Mix, Neuro and GO a great choice for those looking to limit their sugar intake, has been found safe in both hot and cold applications. Not only that, but Sucralose has had over 110 peer reviewed studies completed that have deemed it safe for consumption.

Some people feel that the FDA approves drugs too easily (i.e. Vioxx, Phen Phen), so looking at other countries who abide by more stringent regulations is often a good benchmark to take into consideration. With this in mind, the fact that Sucralose has been approved by over 80 countries globally is a great indicator of its safety when used as directed.

In addition to the confidence found in the global community, research studies have shown that Sucralose does not pose any neurological, reproductive or carcinogenic hazards to consumers. Because of its safety, the number of people using Sucralose has been on the rise.

Sucralose is found in common products such as Diet V8 Splash Juice, Clear ‘N’ Natural Sparkling Flavored Waters, Sugar-Free Jell-O, diet colas and can be found in more than 4,500 food and beverage products. To put the amount we use in perspective, our products contain about ¼ of the amount of Sucralose in a diet cola and roughly 1/3 of a Splenda packet.

An alternative to using Sucralose and keeping our product low in sugar would be to use a natural sugar alcohol, such as Xylitol. The problem with Xylitol is that it causes diarrhea in approximately 20% of the population!

With all of these factors taken into consideration and additional research conducted by our team of scientists, this is a brief synopsis as to why Sucralose is a safe ingredient and why it is used in our products.

Link to full study on Sucralose:

http://www.medicinenet.com/artificial_sweeteners/page9.htm

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Fitness Friday: Like running with a friend!

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Fitness Friday: Like running with a friend

By Rachel Swick Mavity | Mar 01, 2013

Source: screenshotMany phone apps can help spur you to better performance on your workouts. Here are the results from my recent walk.

It's like running with a friend – a very pushy, yet informative friend.

That's how I feel about a new app I downloaded to my phone. It's called Runkeeper and it documents each run or walk or kayak trip you take.

First you create an account, then once you are logged in, you can choose your activity. There are lots of options, including hiking, downhill skiing and swimming. Although I am not sure taking your phone into the pool would be recommended.

I used it for the first time this week as I walked. It kept track of the path I walked (in case I got lost), and also monitored my speed and distance. Every five minutes, the app pipes up with your stats, including how long you've been walking.

It's like walking with a friend, although this friend may make you want to go faster. At least that's how I felt. When it told me my speed, I thought, well I can go faster than that!

I think that's important when downloading an app. There are so many to choose from, it helps when you choose one that actually spurs you to be better.

In addition, Runkeeper is connected to a website, so you can monitor your progress and information online.

Have an app you would like to share? Post it in the comments section below!

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Dr. Seidman Benefits of Resveratrol

2013-03-01T21:48:00.002-05:00

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Dr. Michael Seidman & the Potential Benefits of Resveratrol

Posted by admin March 1, 2013

Resveratrol is a type of polyphenol that can be found naturally in a variety of sources including red grapes, red wine, berries and peanut butter. The compound is thought to have antioxidant properties such as protecting the body against damage that can cause increased risk for conditions including heart disease and cancer. For reasons such as these, Resveratrol is an ingredient in our Vi-pak, GO and PRO. It has gained a lot of attention for its potential anti-aging and obesity-related benefits, and recently has been identified as having the potential to protect against cognitive and hearing decline too.

Red wine has long been identified as something that could help reduce LDL ‘bad’ cholesterol, prevent blood clots and prevent damage to blood vessels and it appears as though Resveratrol could be one of the main contributors to these benefits. As previously mentioned, Resveratrol is one of the ingredients found in our Vi-pak, GO and PRO because it has been linked to helping protect the body from obesity and diabetes amongst other things. A new study has shown that there may be additional benefits to consuming this compound.

According to a published laboratory study from Henry Ford Hospital, Resveratrol may have the potential to protect against hearing and cogitative decline. Michael D. Seidman, the lead author in the study and Director of the Division of Otologic/Neurotologic Surgery in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Henry Ford Hospital says, “Resveratrol is a very powerful chemical that seems to protect against the body’s inflammatory process as it relates to aging, cognition and hearing loss.”

It appears as though the more we learn about Resveratrol, the more potential benefits are linked to it. For example, it is also thought that Resveratrol could protect nerve cells from damage and the buildup of plaque that can lead to Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers believe that many of the potential benefits are due to the fact that resveratrol activates the SIRT1 gene. This gene is a biological mechanism that appears to protect the body against the harmful effects of obesity and various diseases related to aging.

Research, such as the study conducted by Henry Ford Hospital, gives us the belief that by incorporating products like GO, PRO and Vi-pak into your diet you are more likely to see positive changes in your health.

To learn about these newly identified benefits, click here!

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I am looking for FIVE people that are interested in losing weight, and getting fit. We're going to provide you with meal replacement shakes, an exercise plan, a meal plan, and a personal website, where you can track all of your 90 day challenge progress in videos, photos, as well as journal entries.

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The Science of Making Food Addictive!

2013-03-01T21:39:00.001-05:00

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New York Times: The Extraordinary Science of Addictive Junk Food

Posted by Jeff Chenoweth March 1, 2013

The New York Times recently published an article that took an in-depth look into the way large food companies are adding sugar, salt and other unhealthy ingredients into their products to make food ‘more addictive’. The author, Michael Moss, did a fantastic job of speaking with CEO’s, food experts, scientists and other influential people in the processed food industry to give readers a complete picture of what’s currently going on and how the past has brought us to this point. One of the experts he spoke with is Dr. Steven A. Witherly, Ph.D, who serves on the ViSalus Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Witherly touched on vanishing caloric density which basically means that foods that melt in your mouth are processed in your brain as something that doesn’t contain calories, enabling you to eat more. Below is the excerpt of Dr. Witherly explaining the phenomenon.

“To get a better feel for their work, I called on Steven Witherly, a food scientist who wrote a fascinating guide for industry insiders titled, Why Humans Like Junk Food. I brought him two shopping bags filled with a variety of chips to taste. He zeroed right in on the Cheetos. ‘This,’ Witherly said, ‘is one of the most marvelously constructed foods on the planet, in terms of pure pleasure.’ He ticked off a dozen attributes of the Cheetos that make the brain say more. But the one he focused on most was the puff’s uncanny ability to melt in the mouth. ‘It’s called vanishing caloric density,’ Witherly said. ‘If something melts down quickly, your brain thinks that there’s no calories in it . . . you can just keep eating it forever.’”

To learn more about the science behind addictive food, make sure to read this article. It’s a fantastic read and extremely informative.

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I am looking for FIVE people that are interested in losing weight, and getting fit. We're going to provide you with meal replacement shakes, an exercise plan, a meal plan, and a personal website, where you can track all of your 90 day challenge progress in videos, photos, as well as journal entries.

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Dr. Cheryl Townsley Discusses the Vi-Shake

2013-03-01T20:35:00.000-05:00

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I am looking for FIVE people that are interested in losing weight, and getting fit. We're going to provide you with meal replacement shakes, an exercise plan, a meal plan, and a personal website, where you can track all of your 90 day challenge progress in videos, photos, as well as journal entries.

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Dr. Cheryl Townsley Discusses the Vi-Shake

Posted by Jeff Chenoweth March 1, 2013

Dr. Cheryl Townsley is a renowned doctor who has received degrees as a Naturopathic Doctor, Master Herbalist, and Enzyme Therapy Specialist amongst other certificates. Cheryl also started the Lifestyle for Health TV Show and created the Lifestyle for Health Clinic which worked with over 22,000 people with over 1,500 products. After years of working with different products and seeing various results, she focused on one product that she felt was the most complete meal replacement shake on the market: the ViSalus Vi-Shake. Watch below as Dr. Townsley does an in-depth breakdown of the benefits of using ViSalus products.

To learn more about Dr. Cheryl Townsley and to see similar videos, visit her website Lifestyle For Health!

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The Challenge after 1 Year!

2013-02-28T22:12:00.002-05:00

"It's been 1 year and 3 days since the 90 day challenge, proper nutrition and exercise changed my life!! This is the best I've felt in my 42 yrs of living!! No more cardiology appointments, medicine, plus size shopping or feeling tired!! Thank you ViSalus!!"-Chanel Tillman

We help you LOSE it, AND we teach you how to MAINTAIN it. The challenge WORKS! Who's NEXT?

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How Many Ways Can The Challenge Help YOU?

2013-02-28T22:04:00.005-05:00

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Breakfast Protein Shakes Your best bet to lose Weight!

2013-02-27T22:55:00.002-05:00

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How to make a Weight Loss Protein Shake

Getting Your Metabolism Started
- Breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it provides an opportunity not only to get yourself feeling ready to take on the world, but also to get your metabolism started to commence with your daily weight loss goals. In fact, many nutritional experts recommend eating your largest meal of the day in the morning to give your metabolism plenty of fuel to work with over the hours that follow.
Filling Up With Protein
- Protein will help to keep your body feeling fuller and more satisfied for a significantly longer amount of time when directly compared with foods that lack a substantial quantity of protein. Therefore, by having a morning protein shake, you will prevent unhealthy snacking in between your meals, keeping your daily calorie count at a much lower level.
Providing Energy for Exercise
- Making protein shakes for breakfast will help to keep your body energized all day, allowing you to have a successful workout no matter when you get to it. This is opposed to the quick-digesting, simple carbohydrates found in many common breakfast foods such as bagels and doughnuts that lead to the inevitable late morning crash.
Other Benefits
- There are many other benefits to making protein shakes for breakfast. You can make a large serving and save a glass for later in the day for an afternoon snack, or for a pre-workout or post-workout snack. Additionally, the ingredients used in protein shakes for weight loss also will provide your body with many required nutrients, including vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Sample Ingredients
- Protein shakes can include anything you want them to and can end up with a variety of flavors and consistencies. A good place to start is with a few handfuls of ice to provide a base, followed by a cup of juice or milk. Add in two to three servings of your favorite fruits; bananas, strawberries, blueberries are all great choices. For an extra protein boost, add in a scoop of protein powder or a small serving of yogurt.

Most Nutrients are found in the skin?

2013-02-27T22:38:00.000-05:00

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Ask Well: The Nutrients in Fruits and Veggies

By ANAHAD O'CONNOR

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Is it really true that most of the nutrients in vegetables and fruits are found in the skin?

Reader Question • 117 votes

The colorful skin of an apple, grape or tomato is certainly chockfull of nutrients. But by no means are the outer layers of most fruits and vegetables the prime source of their nutrition.

Part of what makes some fruits and vegetables so rich with color – wax and pesticides notwithstanding – are pigments in the skin that have healthful antioxidant properties. Resveratrol, for example, is found in the skin of red grapes and other fruits. But lycopene, one of the pigments that gives tomatoes and bell peppers their deep red color, is distributed throughout.

Indeed, many vitamins and nutrients are found in the skin as well as the flesh. Take apples. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, a large red apple with its skin intact contains about 5 grams of fiber, 13 milligrams of calcium, 239 milligrams of potassium, and 10 milligrams of vitamin C. But remove the skin, and it still contains about 3 grams of fiber, 11 milligrams of calcium, 194 milligrams of potassium, and plenty of its vitamin C and other nutrients.

Another example is the sweet potato. The U.S.D.A. says that a 100-gram serving of sweet potato cooked with its skin contains 2 grams of protein, 3 grams of fiber, and 20 milligrams of vitamin C. But the same sized serving of sweet potato without skin that has been boiled — a process that further leaches away some of its nutrients — still boasts 1.4 grams of protein, 2.5 grams of fiber, and 13 milligrams of vitamin C.

You can lose the skin, in other words, without losing all the benefits.

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Project 10 10 New people with $1000 each

2013-02-27T22:19:00.000-05:00

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Project 10 Weekly Winners- 2/25/2013

Posted by admin February 25, 2013

Susan Davis

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

When I graduated high school I was in good shape- 5’9 and 135 pounds. However after two marriages, three children and a struggle with addiction and alcoholism I had lost my self-esteem and began gaining weight. Then in 1999 my father passed away which was extremely difficult for me to deal with- to the point where it contributed to losing my job. At that point I had to reassess my life and start making positive changes. I cleaned up and was regaining my self-esteem until my Mother passed away in 2004. On top of that, in 2005 I was diagnosed with Stage 2 Colon Cancer and in 2006 I had to have part of my left lung and gallbladder removed. I found myself dealing with so much that my weight had become an afterthought. Since that low point in my life I have been in constant pursuit of living a healthier lifestyle. When I found out about ViSalus it was as if the stars aligned- my life hasn’t been the same since!

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

I really wanted to be fit and fabulous for my 50^th birthday so I decided to start my first Challenge on February 1^st 2012. I went from a size 20 to a 14! I completed another Challenge and was down to a size 12. At this point it was the holiday season and I, like many people do, ended up regaining 10 pounds. Project 10 couldn’t have launched at a better time. It was the perfect motivation for me to get my ‘sexy’ back! These days my motivation is to inspire people to realize that no matter your age or circumstance, you CAN take control of your life, health and prosperity!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Love yourself enough to get started and don`t quit. Make good food choices and even if you slip up, get back on track and start again. Remember- the only way you can fail is to quit!

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Drinking Vi-Shakes every day, going public with my goal and eating healthier were the main contributors to my 10 pound weight loss.

How long did it take you to lose your first 10 pounds?

It took my less than two weeks and I am happy to report that I can now see a difference in my physical appearance!

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Larry Wiese

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

To put it simply- eating too much food and eating too frequently. I also wasn’t getting enough physical activity and it was definitely taking a toll on my body. It got to the point where I not only had a poor image of myself, but I had an ‘I don’t care’ type attitude.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

My health had gotten to a point where losing weight was a necessity and Project 10 gave me the motivation to do it!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Make a decision and stick with that decision. Work through the pain and sweat and you will accomplish your weight loss goal!

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Exercising regularly, eating healthier and drinking Vi-Shakes every day.

How did you feel in terms of energy and overall wellness after you lost the first 10 pounds?

I now feel incredibly more energetic and better about myself!

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Melissa Spokus Duvane

Kit: Transformation Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

I am a busy Mom of 3 young children and am always on the go. I basically was living off of drive-through fast food and Starbucks.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

The $1,000 was a definite motivator, but ultimately it came down to wanting to be a healthier, happier Mom. Once you lose those first 10 pounds, you really do have the confidence to continue your journey toward better health!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Do NOT give up! I went through a 3-week plateau where I was stuck at a 9.5 pound loss. It was SO frustrating! But I didn’t give up!! Keep going and you can truly achieve anything!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I now feel like I can reach my target goal because I lost my first 10 pounds!

How did you feel in terms of energy and overall wellness after you lost the first 10 pounds?

I feel incredibly more energetic and better about myself. Plus, I can even notice a difference in my physical appearance after losing my first 10 pounds!

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David Franco

Kit: Fit Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

With the holidays came all of the parties and holiday foods. I indulged in holiday foods and deserts and as a result I ended up gaining 8 pounds.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

When I stepped on the scale on January 2^nd and saw that I had gained 8 pounds of unwanted weight I knew right then and there that I was going to do anything I had to in order to get back on track!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

The best tip I can give is to stay committed to your Challenge goal and drink your two Vi-Shakes a day. As long as you use the products as directed, I have no doubt that anyone can lose their first 10 pounds and many more!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I not only feel like I can reach my target goal because I lost my first 10 pounds but I also feel that I am a happier person because of it.

How did you feel in terms of energy and overall wellness after you lost the first 10 pounds?

I feel incredibly more energetic and better about myself. In addition to feeling better about myself, I can also see a difference in my physical appearance!

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Sherry Gardner

Kit: Transformation Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

I had an extremely busy summer which caused me to make some unhealthy choices when it came to eating and didn’t leave me with much time for the gym.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

My weight gain started with my clothes feeling snug and progressed to the point where I could only fit into a couple pairs of pants and a few loose fitting shirts (used to camouflage my weight gain). I was very upset and fed up with the way I looked and felt. I was also tired of wearing the same clothes all the time! These factors are what led me to enter Project 10 and lose 10 pounds!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Make a weight loss goal and choose a Body by Vi Challenge Kit- get started right away!

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I am much more motivated to eat healthy.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

The main factors were eating healthier, drinking Vi-Shakes every day and going public with my goal. I can now notice a positive difference in my physical appearance!

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Cheryl Nader

Kit: Shape Kit

What factors contributed to your weight gain?

It came down to bad eating habits. I was always on the go and ended up eating way too much fast food.

What motivated you to lose the first 10 pounds?

When I saw myself in photographs I finally realized how much weight I had gained. In my mind I was much thinner than I was so the photos were a real wake up call. I finally said to my daughter that I was going to lose weight. My daughter didn’t think I was going to stick with it, but look at me now!

What is one tip you would give someone to help them lose their first 10 pounds?

Don’t focus on the total amount you want to lose, take it day by day. Also, don’t make the mistake of telling yourself you can’t have this or you can’t have that because you’re on a diet. Focus on eating smaller portions and snacking on healthy foods.

What factors contributed to your initial 10 pound weight loss?

Drinking Vi-Shakes every day, exercising regularly and eating healthier in general were crucial to losing my first 10 pounds.

How do you feel after losing your first 10 pounds?

I feel like I can reach my target goal because I lost my first 10 pounds!

Make sure to watch all of the videos from our Project 10 Winners, you’re sure to be inspired! Who knows, you could be next! To see the top 3 series of videos from this week’s group of winners, click here. Also, keep an eye out for our upcoming Project 10 Spotlight which will give you the opportunity to get an in-depth explanation of what it really feels like to be a Project 10 Winner from one of this week’s winners!

How Eating Slow Helps with Weight Loss

2013-02-25T08:22:00.000-05:00

Naughty but Nice Shake!

5 Powerful Reasons to Eat Slower

One of the problems in our daily lives is that many of us rush through the day, with no time for anything … and when we have time to get a bite to eat, we gobble it down.

That leads to stressful, unhealthy living.

And with the simple but powerful act of eating slower, we can begin to reverse that lifestyle immediately. How hard is it? You take smaller bites, you chew each bite slower and longer, and you enjoy your meal longer.

It takes a few minutes extra each meal, and yet it can have profound effects.

You may have already heard of the Slow Food Movement, started in Italy almost two decades ago to counter the fast food movement. Everything that fast food is, Slow Food isn’t.

If you read the Slow Food Manifesto, you’ll see that it’s not just about health — it’s about a lifestyle. And whether you want to adopt that lifestyle or not, there are some reasons you should consider the simple act of eating slower:

Lose weight. A growing number of studies confirm that just by eating slower, you’ll consume fewer calories — in fact, enough to lose 20 pounds a year without doing anything different or eating anything different. The reason is that it takes about 20 minutes for our brains to register that we’re full. If we eat fast, we can continue eating past the point where we’re full. If we eat slowly, we have time to realize we’re full, and stop on time. Now, I would still recommend that you eat healthier foods, but if you’re looking to lose weight, eating slowly should be a part of your new lifestyle.

Enjoy your food. This reason is just as powerful, in my opinion. It’s hard to enjoy your food if it goes by too quickly. In fact, I think it’s fine to eat sinful foods, if you eat a small amount slowly. Think about it: you want to eat sinful foods (desserts, fried foods, pizza, etc.) because they taste good. But if you eat them fast, what’s the point? If you eat them slowly, you can get the same amount of great taste, but with less going into your stomach. That’s math that works for me. And that argument aside, I think you are just happier by tasting great food and enjoying it fully, by eating slowly. Make your meals a gastronomic pleasure, not a thing you do rushed, between stressful events.
Better digestion. If you eat slower, you’ll chew your food better, which leads to better digestion. Digestion actually starts in the mouth, so the more work you do up there, the less you’ll have to do in your stomach. This can help lead to fewer digestive problems.
Less stress. Eating slowly, and paying attention to our eating, can be a great form of mindfulness exercise. Be in the moment, rather than rushing through a meal thinking about what you need to do next. When you eat, you should eat. This kind of mindfulness, I believe, will lead to a less stressful life, and long-term happiness. Give it a try.
Rebel against fast food and fast life. Our hectic, fast-paced, stressful, chaotic lives — the Fast Life — leads to eating Fast Food, and eating it quickly. This is a lifestyle that is dehumanizing us, making us unhealthy, stressed out, and unhappy. We rush through our day, doing one mindless task after another, without taking the time to live life, to enjoy life, to relate to each other, to be human. That’s not a good thing in my book. Instead, rebel against that entire lifestyle and philosophy … with the small act of eating slower. Don’t eat Fast Food. Eat at a good restaurant, or better yet, cook your own food and enjoy it fully. Taste life itself.

Source: http://zenhabits.net/5-powerful-reasons-to-eat-slower/

Fun Monday: Positive Affirmations!

2013-02-25T07:28:00.002-05:00

The 90 Day Challenge

Doing this will change Your LIFE!

Using affirmations will help you to begin self-nurturing yourself. If you beat yourself up about your weight, or if you say negative things about your body, use affirmations instead. If when looking in the mirror you say things like, “You have such thunder thighs." "Look at that cellulite." "I hate my butt, stomach, body, etc.” Choose to say positive affirmations like this:

Repeat these multiple times per day. Anytime you feel doubt about your goals.

I am willing to change.
I can do this.
I have the power to change my life.
Yes, I can!
I eat only what I need.
I choose to eat healthy foods.
I choose to stay on track.
I am committed to my goals.
I effortlessly stay on track.
I eat foods that support my new weight.
I eat like a thin person.
Thank you for serving me.
I am getting stronger and slimmer every day.
I treat my body with love and kindness.
My body is the temple of my spirit.

What you must know about pre-packaged meals

2013-02-23T11:03:00.000-05:00

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Did you know 90% of American's believe they spend their food budget on healthy food, but they are mistaken. Most foods that are prepackaged are filled with additives and stripped of the good nutrient's our bodies need. From a previous post on this blog, "Eat things that are ingredients, not things that have ingredients." If we take this ingredients approach we would eliminate most of the food in our pantry and near 100% of pre-packaged foods. Here are some major areas to watch for.

Trans Fats

You'll find these in muffins, crackers even in microwave popcorn. It was once thought of as a healthy substitute for butter and lard. But now, a Hardford nutritional expert is now saying Trans fats is one of the biggest food disasters in our time. Studies have now shown that Trans fats are almost twice as deadly as saturated fats, causing about 30,000 to 100,000 heart-related deaths a year.

The reason Trans fat are worse, is that they increase the level of 'bad' cholesterol, and the levels of artery clogging lipoprotein and triglycerides. Trans fats should be listed on the food labels. The higher up 'hydrogenated oil is in the list, the more likely trans fats there are in the food.

Refined Grain

Eating refined grains like white bread, rolls, white rice instead of whole grains can up your chances of a heart attack by 30%. Deceptive labels with 'wheat flour' or 'seven grain' are the same as the old refined stuff that will give you higher levels of bad cholesterol, high blood pressure, belly fat and increases the risk of heart trouble.

There have been major studies done, to show people who eat more whole grains have 20 to 30% heart problems, than those who eat refined grains.

Read the food levels next time you go shopping. Whole grain or oats should be high in the list. The fiber content should be at least 3 grams for each serving.

High Frutose Corn Syrup

This is a sweetener. We take in about 63 pounds of it per person, per year in sweets and drinks. This is also in many of the frozen foods, and other foods like white bread and whole-wheat breads, hamburger buns and English muffins, beer and spaghetti sauce.

Recent studies are showing that this sweetener can upset the metabolism of the body and raise the risk of heart problems.
. Studies also say that high-fructose corn syrup's chemical structure encourages overeating. It also seems to make the liver pump more heart-threatening triglycerides into the bloodstream. In addition, fructose may zap your body's reserves of chromium, a mineral important for healthy levels of cholesterol, insulin, and blood sugar.

To find fructose on food labels, look for corn sweetener, corn syrup, or corn syrup solids as well as "high-fructose corn syrup.

Salt

Even though some salt is good for us, we often get too much. And most of what we do get doesn't even come from the salt-shaker. Salt is often hidden in, or is in foods naturally. Foods like the deli turkey, canned veggies and soups. Also in condiments like soy sauce and steak sauces.

The good salt comes naturally in foods like ham, bacon, even milk and beets. The good salt helps to regulate the blood pressure and heart. Sodium even helps to keep 3 of the senses working as they should, touch, smell and taste. You need a little of the good salt/sodium every day for the essentials of life.

You should limit the intake of sodium to about ¾ of a teaspoon, which is about 1500 mg of salt. Table salt is 40% sodium, and 60% chloride. People over 50 should only take in 1300 mg, and elderly people only 1200 mg of sodium.

Check the labels on food for sodium content, if it says 'sodium-free'....it's probably not, food can still have about 5 mg per serving. Reduced sodium means it's only 25% less than usual. Light sodium is half of what you usually find.

Why are prepackaged foods so popular? It's simple they are quick and easy!
Here is what you may not Know!

Prepackaged foods are loaded with sugar and chemicals

Some prepackaged diet foods are very high in sugar, which can lead to unhealthy sugar spikes. Since these meals are frozen, they also contain additives and chemicals the body cannot properly break down. These preservatives may contribute to weight gain and make it more difficult for you to shed those unwanted pounds.

They're Microwaveable

Despite its convenience and ease, the modern microwave may be one of the reasons you're not losing weight. Microwave cooking warms food using a process called friction heating, which rips cells apart. This process of cooking changes the food on a molecular level and greatly reduces nutritional value. No matter how much of this type of food you'll eat, you'll always be hungry and tempted to overeat.

They're in Plastic

As if microwaving a 300-calorie, sugar-laden, preservative-packed meal wasn't bad enough, add to it the fact you're cooking it in plastic. Until very recently, the dangers of plastic containers and bottles were unknown.

Plastic containers contain phthalates and BPA, which have been scientifically proven to cause hormone disruptions in your body. When you cook these meals in the microwave, these dangerous chemicals are leeched directly into the food you're about to eat!

This can increase your body's formation of fat as well as lead to other health problems such as aggressiveness, impaired learning and depressed immune system.

As you can see, prepackaged diet plans have very little nutritional value and a fair amount of health risks associated with them. Instead of calorie-deprivation meals that work only temporarily and by starving you, turn to healthier methods of losing weight such as a whole-food, preservative-free diet and moderate exercise.

With this knowledge you now more of an idea of what your doing to yourself and your family by purchasing these products. If this is a part of your diet plan, understand that even though you may be having success it's probably temporary and certainly not healthy over the long term.

Remember this tip from Dawn Dolobowsky, "Eat things that are ingredients, not things that have ingredients."

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Diet Soda, Weight loss or Weight Gain?

2013-02-22T13:03:00.001-05:00

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(NaturalNews) Artificially sweetened drinks are often promoted as healthy alternatives for weight loss and diabetes because they are low in calories and don't contain sugar. However, there is plenty of evidence to suggest that these diet sodas are harmful to human health. According to Sharon Fowler, MPH, an authority on this subject, "Diet soda is not a health food. In fact, it's not a food at all, it's simply a slurry of chemicals, a number of which may have deleterious effects on the body." Most recently diet sodas have been tied to increased risk of stroke and heart attack, and while many people drink them as an aid to weight reduction, research suggests if you drink diet soda, weight gain may be the result instead.

Weight gain

In one study linking diet beverages to weight gain, Hazuda, et. al. at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, recorded changes in waist circumferences in 474 elderly participants in a 10-year study. As part of the study they controlled for diabetes, physical activity, neighborhood, age, sex and ethnicity. Findings showed that increases in waist sizes were 70 percent greater among those who drank diet soft drinks compared with those who did not. In addition, waist size increases were as much as 500 percent greater amongst those that drank two or more diet sodas a day.

In other research, Sharon Fowler and colleagues studied eight years of data based on individuals between 25 and 64. Of the study participants who were of normal weight in the beginning, a third were overweight or obese eight years later. In evaluating the correlation between obesity and diet drinks researchers found that every bottle of diet soda participants drank in a day raised their obesity risk by 41 percent.

Diabetes

Aspartame, a common sweetener in diet beverages, has also been linked to diabetes. In an animal study conducted at UT San Antonio, researchers fed corn oil-enriched feed to one group of mice and the same feed plus aspartame to another group. Three months later the aspartame group had elevated glucose levels but insulin levels that were equal to or less than those of the control group, suggesting that aspartame may be part of the connection between diet soda consumption and diabetes.

Corrupted Signals

What is the reason for the diet soda weight gain connection? One theory is that our bodies rely on a signaling system based on the quality of the foods we eat. In the case of diet soda, the body experiences a sweet taste and expects calories; but when they aren't forthcoming starts to crave food, which leads to overeating. Psychologists at Purdue University tested this idea by comparing two groups of rats, one which was fed yogurt with sugar and one which was fed yogurt with saccharine. The saccharine rats ate significantly more calories, gained more weight and put on more body fat than the control group.

Sweet Cravings

Still another possibility is that eating sweets dulls our taste buds causing us to eat more sugary foods in compensation. Some 2011 research in the UK seems to support this idea. The scientists found that consumption of two cans of soda a day for a month resulted in a noticeable dulling of taste buds and increased cravings for high calorie foods. Since artificial sweeteners (which were not part of this particular study) are 200 to 300 times sweeter than sugar, it is at least possible that they may have a similar impact on our taste buds.

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http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/1033-is-diet-soda-bad-for-you.html

http://www.uthscsa.edu/hscnews/singleformat2.asp?newID=3861

http://news.uns.purdue.edu/x/2008a/080211SwithersAPA.html

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http://www.scientificpsychic.com/fitness/artificial-sweeteners.html

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Here’s an Inescapable Law of Nature: your core is the most important thing to condition in your body. Period. If you do nothing else to support your Muaythai conditioning, train your core. Actually, if you do nothing else at all, just train your core. You need a strong core for balance & coordination, speed & agility, posture & stability, strength & power, and vital protection against blasts to your midsection.

WTF IS the Core?
People used to think that the abdominals were the most important thing. But, every muscle needs be in balance with its neighbors. It’s now widely understood that all of the muscles that control your spine are important. To achieve maximum development and performance, you need to do exercises for all of your core muscles and movements.

So, let me first describe these muscles and then I’ll share six killer exercises to hit them all.

Meet Your Core Muscles

You Have 4 Layers of Abdominal Muscle

Rectus Abdominis (“The Six-Pack”)
This muscle pulls together your lower ribs and fronts of your hips, curving your spine – like when you do a stomach crunch. It balances your upper body and armors your solar plexus and internal organs.

Transverse Abdominis (“The Corset”)
Because it isn’t visible, this ultra important muscle is generally ignored and underestimated. It runs behind your rectus abdominis – it’s the one you pull in to make yourself look skinny(er). It braces your lower spine and prevents it from arching and collapsing. It coordinates your body’s movement by linking your upper and lower sections to your center of mass. When it’s strong, you’re lighter on your feet, faster, more responsive, connected, fluid and agile. It also protects your spine and discs from overuse, strain, and pain. Because this muscle is a stabilizer (as opposed to a mover), it needs holding power – and thus a whole different kind of training than your other abs. We’ll cover exercises to build this system in next month’s Kick Your Abs.

Obliques “Twisters”
Your internal and external oblique muscles run criss-cross around your sides. They work in different combinations to rotate your hips and trunk, bend you sideways, and stabilize your upper body. They also armor your sides against kicks, knees, and punches: anyone who’s eaten a shot to the liver will want to make this muscle solid.

Spinal Erectors “Bowstrings”
Your spinal erectors run like bowstrings up your whole spine. They help you arch backwards, twist around, and bend sideways. When they’re weak, your posture crumples, your back gets tight and you feel pain from standing and sitting a lot, doing abs, kicking, clinching, carrying stuff, and having sex. Sorry.

TIME TO KICK YOUR CORE
Now that it’s clear (right?) what you need to work, let’s look at how to work it. There are obviously zillions of different exercises for developing your core. For this posting, I’ve selected six great ones for Muaythai that work all of the main movement patterns. Next month, I’ll show you ones that target the main stability patterns. I’ll always try to share exercises that use no or just minimal/affordable equipment. However, some equipment can’t be beat. See the end of this posting for info on purchasing the basic stuff from your local store or online.

Six Exercises for a Strong Muaythai Core
Thanks again to our Muaythai champ Neungsiam Samphusri for sharing his pain in these photos.

General Instructions

Do all of these in one workout.
Do them 3-5 times per week — but never when sore.
Do 2-5 sets of each exercise.
Rest 30-45secs between sets.
Do them slowly without momentum.
Do 10-50 reps,
Never ever work through sharp or tingling pain in your joints.
Overtraining is worse than undertraining.

1. The Jack-knife
This works your rectus abs - especially the lower region. It also forces you to do this while stabilizing your arms and shoulders, which benefits stiff punching. Balance may be tricky at first, so move slowly and try to keep your stomach pulled in. If you don’t have an exercise ball, you can drag your feet on the floor while wearing socks, or drag your bare feet in and jump them back out. The ball is best, though, and everyone and gym should have one.

Keeping your hips up, pull your knees to your chest to curl your lower back. If you can’t curl your lower back, stop. Otherwise, return to start and repeat.

2. The Disc (or Towel) Crunch
This exercise also challenges your rectus abs, but now more the upper region. It’s especially good because it works them through their full range of motion. We’re using an inflated VersaDisc in these photos, but you can use a rolled up towel if you don’t have one. The main thing is that you keep your tailbone grounded at all times while you move through your full range.

Start with your back stretched out over the disc -hips and shoulders on the floor. Don’t use a size of disc/towel that prevents you from arching over it completely. Next, “roll” your hips backwards so that your lower back pushes down hard onto the disc. This should cause your upper body to lever up into a crunch. Push hard. Return to start, touching your head and shoulders to the floor and repeat. This exercise is convenient for frying eggs on your stomach.

3. The Metronome
This one improves your oblique muscles’ twisting ability, and will add power to your round kicks. This can be a difficult exercise at first, and requires technique as well as leg and back flexibility. Be careful, don’t force or move wildly. You can start off easier by keeping your knees bent at 90-degrees.

Start with your legs up, hips bent at 90-degrees, stomach pulled in. Lower you legs to the side. The trick is to simply relax your waist and let gravity bring your legs down while you keep your stomach in. Don’t try too hard – just relax your way down, always keeping your hips at 90-degrees.

Once you’ve almost reached the ground, reverse direction by pulling with your abs and pushing with your arms for leverage. Bring your legs back up to start. Now lower them to the other side, relaxing them down in the same way. Return back up to start and repeat again, always alternating sides. Do not work through back pain. Limit your range if it’s hard at first.

4. Scissors
This next exercise works your obliques again, but more in a diagonal than parallel twisting direction. It will strengthen your punches and blocks. Make sure you keep your lower back grounded at all times.

Start by lying in a big “X” position with your lower back flat. Push down on your lower back and lunge up to touch your toes over your stomach. You can roll onto your opposite shoulder and use your grounded arm to help reach your spine up higher.

Return to Start, touching your head back to the ground. Now switch to the other side in the same way as before – always keeping your lower back on the floor. Go slowly at first. Try to reach up as far as you can -the last bit of effort makes this exercise great.

5. Lateral Hip Lift
This exercise uses your obliques and lower back muscles to bend you sideways. It’s a great exercise to give you upper body stability and armor against powerful round kicks.

Start with your elbow, hips and feet in a straight line. Push down on your elbow and crunch your lower side to drive your hips up high. Descend slowly to start and repeat. Do not work through lower back pain, I said!

6. Back Extension
This exercise will strengthen your spinal erectors, giving you better posture, balance, and resistance against being dragged down in the clinch. You will feel fatigue in the thick muscles of your lower back, which is normal. Do not overwork them and do not continue if you feel pain tingling along the backs of your hips (potential nerve damage – not good).

Lie with your hips stable against the ball, legs straight and strong. Relax and hug the ball – the more curl in your back, the better. Push on your hips (yes, hump the ball!) and extend your back upwards. Open your arms up like the beautiful swan you were meant to be. Just kidding. Spread your arms as high as you can, squeezing your shoulder blades to stretch your chest.

Conclusion
So now you have a very effective, comprehensive Muaythai core movement program. Practice these with concentration: intensity, not quantity, is what counts.

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Fitness Friday: Chest & Triceps

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Well it’s been a few weeks since I’ve posted and a figured by this point in the year we’re all having some issues breaking through plateaus. What I’m going to talk about in this article is a variation of hand placement for multiple exercises and end it off with a work out! Please feel free to email me at BeStrongStayFit@gmail.com with request for article topics!

I was in the gym the other day and noticed that across the board EVERYONE was bench pressing the same way. Now for starters, I’m not a fan of using a barbell for anything other than decline bench but I figured I would go back to basics and use straight bar that day.

A HUGE mistake most people make when flat bench pressing is that they over extend at the bottom of the press. When you’re using a flat bench press you need to avoid using as much of your shoulder as possible. DON’T BRING THE BAR DOWN TO YOU CHEST. Especially on heavy weights; when you do this you’re putting too much strain on your rotator cuffs. Bring the bar to about a 4-6 inches before you hit your chest. By doing this you’re keeping constant tension on the pectoral muscles and never giving them a break, which promotes more muscle integration and growth.

You can also change you your hand placement to hit different parts of your chest and triceps:

Close (so that your arms rub against your body on the way down): By putting them close together you work much more of your tricep and the center “separation” in your chest. With this hand placement you come all the way down to your chest and ONLY come up to about 8 inches over your chest. You are not putting too much strain on your rotator cuffs here so you can come all the way down.

Extra Wide: Go light with this because it’s easy to use more shoulder than chest. Concentrate and slowly lowering the weight and pressing it out. Come down as low as possible (to about 2 inches) over your chest. By going wide you work more on the outer chest.

Neutral: Neutral grip should be where your ring finger is on the outer line of the chest press. Here you’re working on the girth of your chest and don’t forget- DON’T COME DOWN ALL THE WAY!

This same approach to alternating hand placement can be used with just about any exercise but another easy one to integrate it with is in a tricep pushdown. Instead of using the rope or the short straight bar, find the LONG straight bar in the gym. Keep your body close and try these 3 hand placements.

Extra close: Your working the “horse shoe” in your tricep. You’ll be able to go much heavier this way.

Neutral: You’re working the entire tricep. Try going slower and feel the muscle stretch and contract. You’re used to this movement so try going a little lighter and focus on NOT using your shoulder and ONLY using your tricep.

Wide: This is my favorite; go so wide that your pinkies are all the way at the end of the bar. Keep the bar close to your body and go lighter. You’re working the outer head of the tricep with this so when you push down bring your elbows forward at the peak of your push.

Now that you have a basic idea of trying different hand placements here’s a chest and tricep work out to help break through these plateaus. I know it’s December, but don’t forget those abs and cardio! Make sure to check me out on Instagram and Twitter for daily updates and work out tips and motivation!

Chest:

Incline Barbell Press: 2 warm up + 4×8-12

Flat Bench Press WIDE: 3×10-15

Flat Bench Neutral: 2×20

Incline Dumbbell Flys: 4×12-18

Push ups in between until failure

Pec Dec: 4×15 (focus on the squeeze and stretch not about the weight)

Triceps:

Rope pull downs: 3×15-20 (focus on getting some blood flow)

WIDE pushdowns: 4×12-18

Close Grip Bench Press: 4x 10-15

Knock out 30 minutes of cardio on the stair master + your favorite ab exercise and do 4 sets of 25 and call it a day!

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Every now and then the four walls filled with iron and cardio machines get a little monotonous. Just like anyone else I get burnt out on constantly being in the gym to get my work outs done…especially when you go to the same gym all the time.I have to say that I’m grateful for the fact that Los Angeles has some gorgeous trails if you just take the time to find them. Hit the trails this past weekend for a little outdoor fun but wanted to get some fitness in there as well.

Kept things basic being that I was outdoor and didn’t have much to work with. This particular trail had little to no one on it. If the incline wasn’t too bad I would lunge for twenty steps each leg then jog the way up. Obviously this is all terrain pending so be careful and make an informed decision depending on the trail. The jogging did stop about half way through because I had a backpack filled with water which added about an extra 8 pounds to my weight. The eight pounds wasn’t the issue but the water swishing back and forth was.

Now there were quite a few areas where the ground was flat on this hike. I would do the following routine

25 push-ups (Watch where you place your hands!)

50 squats (DEEP!)

25 Squat jumps

25 close grip push-ups

By the time I was done with my hike I definitely broke a sweat. With the holidays coming around and finances are being tight its common for many to use money as an excuse not to get in shape. Whether it be in your home, at a park, outside or just about anywhere you can take the first few steps to getting back on track. It’s not about the whole stair case just take the first step and the rest will follow.

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Fitness Friday: Arms Assault

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Happy Friday everyone! Today we’re going to talk about some serious arm assaulting for both men and women!

Gentleman, we all know you want big swole arms so I’m going to run you through a couple tips and tricks to get you there. Ladies, nothing is more unattractive than undefined arms! Lets get your arms sexy and lean for summer!

Now, when training arms the most important thing you can focus on is the squeeze. I’m talking about that burning sensation at the peak of the movement. Biceps and triceps have multiple “heads” and to hit them all effectively it’s important to give that extra contraction at the top in order to promote some serious muscle growth.

Now, what I want you to try this time around with arms is to go a tad lighter than you’re used to. Stick to rep ranges of 12-15 and really focus on form and squeeze! You’re working on molding and shaping your body- not powerlifting! Generally speaking, I like to start with biceps and annihilate them and then move onto triceps. Here we go!

French Bar Curls: I like to substitute these in every other week for straight bar curls to save the pressure of my wrist. To get a more neutral grip, I tend to grab the outer “ridge” of the bar so that I’m getting a more full range of motion instead of hitting the peak of the bicep only. Make sure you open up completely at the bottom and give a good one-secondsqueeze at the top.

Alternating Dumbbell Curls: I almost ALWAYS do these seated. By sitting down you’re less likely to throw the dumbbells around like an ape. What I like to do here to get a good squeeze in the peak is turn my wrist so that it is parallel with my body I do this to bring the squeeze from the bottom part of my bicep right into the peak.

Concentrated Curls: I was doing the pictures for this in a friend’s gym so I wasn’t able to show the way I normally do these. These can be done with dumbbells or cables. I chose to use a preacher approach to really focus on the peak and upper part of my bicep.Keep your form tight, dumbbell turned as such in the picture and don’t forget to breathe!

Skull Crushers: This is by far my FAVORITE tricep exercise. I used to do them flat and then decided to try it at an incline. By bringing the bench up you’re really able to focus on the outer head of the tricep. You’ll have to go a little lighter than usual to save your joints but keep your elbows close together and make sure to reach all the way back at the bottom of the movement.

Close Grip Bench Press: Ladies, if you do these go light. Gentleman, this is one tricep exercise where I DEFINITELY recommend going heavy. Still keep in that same rep range but get yourself a spotter to really pack on the weight. This moment promotes immense muscle growth and can really stack some inches onto those triceps. Keep your elbows close to your body and come up about 75% of the way. Don’t lock out at the top; you don’t want to lose tension on the muscle.

Rope Pull Downs: There’s a ton of different ways to do these. I tend to prefer grabbing the rope at the bottom. As noted in the picture, the bells on the rope turn out at the bottom to really squeeze the “horse shoe” and make it pop.

Dips: Last but not least! This is a good way to burn out those triceps is dips. Slide in 2 or 3 sets at the end of your workout till you reach failure and enjoy the tearing sensation!

Alright friends now it’s your turn to go out and try to either shred or grow those arms! Make sure you follow me on instagram @bestrongstayfit orwww.instagram.com/bestrongstayfit . My twitter account iswww.twitter.com/bestrongstayfit or handle @bestrongstayfit. Hope to hear some feedback on how your arms feel after this one and enjoy your weekend

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Product Label. Body by Vi vs. Shakeology

Assuming that both shakes are mixed with water, here is how they compare.

	Body by Vi	% DV	Shakeology	% DV
Calories	90		140
Calories from fat	10	10	3
Total fat	1	2	.05 g	0
Saturated fat	0	0	0	0
Trans fat	0	0	0	0
Cholesterol	15 mg	5	10 mg	3
Sodium	75 mg	3	95	4
Potassium	125 mg	4	?*
Total carbs	7 g	2	19 g	6
Dietary fiber	5	22	3 g	13
Sugars	1 g		11 g
Protein	12 g	24	15 g	30

*The Shakeolgy label did not list potassium. I found this odd given the health benefits of potassium.

In the fiber department, the ViSalus shake has 5 grams which squeaks by Shakeology which has 3 grams of fiber. While 5 g vs. 3 g may not seem much, 5 grams is 22% of our daily value for fiber. Shakeolgoy only has 13%. For people who already get the recommended 30 grams of fiber a day, this difference is not significant.

The lower amount of fiber in Shakeology is ironic given that some Shakeology promotions I’ve seen say you have to eat lots of different veggies (which have fiber) to equal what’s in Shakeology.

Notice also that ViSalus shakes have about 3 times fewer carbs than Shakeology (7 vs. 19). I wonder if this has to do with the“fear of carbs” that some people have? Anyway you look at it, 7 carbs or 19 carbs is not a lot and really shouldn’t factor into what’s better.

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In terms of protein Shakeology has 15 grams per serving vs. ViSalus which has 12 grams of protein. Both shakes have more protein than Right Size Smoothie which has only 9 grams of protein per serving.

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