92 Day Juice Feasting, Life Change, Diet & Weight Loss

How my life has change

2012-08-19T08:32:00.000-07:00

Ok. This post is overly late. But I wanted to do a update and touch bases with the few people who follow. I actually diverted my original goal. My path went completely tangent. There were so many things going on in my life that cause a lot of stress and and headache.

First, My dog diabetes was out of control, then finally controlled and now once again out of control and I stress so much to find a better food to help with controlling his glucose.

Secondly my partner of 12 years had moved to Oakland CA to take care of sickly Grandmother and was gone for nearly a year.

Third, we were trying to have a baby in 2009 which is the same year I originally created this blog. Then when she moved to California I stopped updating.

Well here's the lastest update on the status of everything since my last post in 2009.

Dog diabetes still out of control. Partner moved back home and brought her Granny with her to Arizona. We went to Francestown New Hampshire were it's legal for same sex marriages and we got legally married. Although same sex marriage is not legal in Arizona, it's recognized by us and that's all that matter's.

Finally the BIG news is we also have a new baby. Well NOT so new anymore. She is going to be 1 year September. So that's the story. I still would like to continue this juice feasting just to say I accomplish something I attempted. We have a trip coming up soon to Mexico for our Daughters first birthday. After we return I would like to begin this juice journey once again. This time with a successful end story to share.

As for my weight, when I got pregnant I was 175 lbs. Take a look for yourself So eventhough I diverted my plans I still ended up losing weight through the HCG Diet 2 Fluid Ounces 42 day diet plan, I also purchased a cookbook to provide my ideas for preparing meals more variety meals The HCG Cookbook was well worth the buy. I had doubts about it and keeping to a very low calorie diet. But I actually found it more desirable and easy to to maintain than juicing. I never felt hungry ever. I must admit being a lover of food the gorge days were actually pleasing for me. Sadly to say, I ate everything possible. I did it for approximately 45 days and lost about 35 lbs.

The picture to the left and the one at the top is what I looked like after my HCG diet both pictures were taken one month before I got pregnant in December 2010. While pregnant I gained more than 60 lb. Taking me to my highest weight EVER of more than 250+ pounds at delivery in Sept 2011. I had pre-eclampsia and ton of other medical complications but in the end I delivered 2 weeks early a healthy daughter.

My weight today, is currently 206 lbs.

Cabbage Diet

2009-10-04T08:54:00.001-07:00

Cabbage is blessing for people who are over weight. Cabbage is known for having the qualities that can help you to lose weight. It has the potency of filling stomach and only providing twenty five calories into your body that are non fating. Eating raw cabbage is very good for losing weight because it has tendency to stay in the body for long and it kills the impurities of the body. It is source of providing vitamins and iron into the body and having extra benefits for skin makes it unique from other vegetables.

Cabbage soup is another way of losing weight. And cabbage juice can help you to lose weight faster. The cabbage soup is the complete diet and you can drink it for week as a weight lose diet and whenever you feel hungry you can drink it and along with that you can eat the raw cabbage to fill your stomach,. This procedure can help you to lose weight at faster ratio than any other diet or exercise you follow. The cabbage can not only help you to lose weight but it will also keep you healthy and active and the affects of the cabbage on the skin are very good and long lasting. Cabbage brightens up the skin and also helps to make you slim and smart.

Eating Raw

2009-10-04T08:50:00.001-07:00

Eating raw foods are very helpful for losing weight because when you eat vegetables in raw form, you are only getting the vitamins, minerals and other content that they have inside but once cooked or preheated then the vitamins and minerals they contain get burn at very high fire. Sometimes, when we cook the vegetables in oil they become fattening and when we eat them then it’s nothing except the fat making food. Fruits and vegetables in raw form are source of energy and contain fibers, minerals and vitamins that can help you to get freshness when you eat them and make you more active in your daily life. That is the reason you start to lose weight when you start eating raw vegetables.

Raw fruits and vegetables are full of vitamins, fibers and sugar that is healthy for the skin and body and the water and minerals they contain can keep you filled for longer time. Eating raw food which is free of oil and preservatives can make the fats on your skin and mostly doctor’s suggests eating raw food including fruits, vegetables, milk and fish to make you healthy and smart. So eating raw food is beneficial for human body.

World Largest Snake Scared Me

2009-10-03T13:38:00.003-07:00

I just saw this video a second ago and scared the shit out of me.

Jack Lalanne Juicer as Seen on TV

2009-10-02T16:37:00.009-07:00

An undisputed name in the arena of juicing machines

Jack Lalanne Juicer is the world’s most celebrated name amongst many of the juice maker manufacturing industries far and wide. You probably have come across many commercials tempting you to purchase their products leaving you perplexed to take your own decision. The common man always wishes to make a good investment on quality products that will reap good results in the times to come. The reliability and the cost are the major aspects that the consumers look upon during purchasing of any electrical equipment. At first you should get a clear idea of what are the essential constituents a juice maker must have.

In modern times, there is minimum time to look after one’s health which should be of first priority. To attain a healthy lifestyle you must take in essential nutrients and vitamins that will help in the body’s metabolism, digestion and help spur on to take life’s challenges. Rather than trusting the juice packed in bottles for months it is worthwhile to make the same using Jack Lalanne Juicer out of fresh fruits. This helps in saving your life increasing your longevity, youthfulness and giving you that extra energy to survive in this rat-race world.

In Jack Lalanne Juicer the rotor blade plays an impressive role made up of high quality stainless steel mostly used for surgical purposes. There is not much noise while the juicer is at work, pleasing to the ears, and in addition it extracts 30% more fruit juice much to the amazement of the peers. As a result the left over fruit pulp can also be used as fertilizer and cookies being dry already.Jack LaLanne's JLPJB Power Juicer Juicing Machine

You must be swift in cleaning the juicer after use to prevent staining of the interior plastic walls. The large components are detachable making it easy to clean. The best results are attained if the fruit is squeezed soft and hard alternately. You can even replace the blade if it requires. Heavy usage of the juicer as in industrial purposes is not recommended as it deteriorates the performance of the motor. It’s a perfect juicing equipment at home to take in fresh juices and enjoy the benefits of vital nutrients.

Vitamix Blender - The Right Choice for perfect blending

2009-10-02T16:35:00.003-07:00

Blending of grains, rice and beans has never been as easy as of in recent times. With the onset of technological advancement over the years, the impact has even reached our homes. Earlier it used to take hours for blending the grains but now it can be done in seconds. If you are looking for a reliable and long term investment to purchase a blender catering to your needs then you are not far from realizing your dream of buying the best blender.

The Vitamix blender is no ordinary blender. Vita-Mix 1700 Turbo Blend 4500 Countertop Blender with 2+ HP Motor It has all the qualities that will surely surprise you as you continue to be a part of our demonstration. The action of friction with the motor plates results in perfect blending of stuff put into the Vitamix blender. Whether it is flour grinding or strawberries the results are sure to amaze you and moreover it saves a lot of your vital time. This equipment can also be used in the preparation of soup. You can be rest assured that there will be no complains on performance issues and you will use the item for a long term.

Amongst many models Vitamix 5200 will serve your purpose definitely. Some of the controls in Vitamix 5200 are the switch for on and off, variable speed can be controlled by a dial located on the blender and you can even use a toggle if you intend to put the Vitamix blender on high speed as per your requirement. The dial helps in adjusting speed for grinding meat or chops foods. It is a good idea to go for demonstration to attain the best of services. When the blades are in motion you can also put in some frozen or thick stuff to grind them together as you wish with a simple apparatus, the tamper.

Coming to the constituents, Vitamix blender is made up of a co-polyester outer covering together with a lid designed to serve as a measuring cup too. Vitamix blender comes in red, white and black designs. With a powerful motor, an adjustable speed dial and size suitable for all needs, Vitamix blender is certainly the trusted one.

Breville Juicer - a popular juice maker

2009-10-02T16:34:00.003-07:00

Breville Juicer is one of the most powerful juice machines available in the world market today. Nowadays, people have understood the key to individual success and prosperity and that is none other than good health. A person having sound health is more happy and satisfied than a person falling sick every now and then. Doctors advise to take in fresh fruit pulp that helps in digestion, maintenance of essential body nutrients, and your body gets the fair share of vitamins contributing to good health and mind. In this world where there is no time to stand and stare one needs instant preparation of fresh juice as and when needed. Breville juicer is the ultimate success in delivering best of services to its consumers over the years. It’s a brand name that a common man can trust upon.

The characteristic features of the Breville blender Breville BJE200XL 700-Watt Compact Juice Fountainare primarily the reasons to flaunt upon that cater to the needs of the customers. Furthermore, it is affordable, reliable and easy to use. Popular models available in the market will charge you higher with lesser inspiring results. The ¾ horsepower motor plays a major role in supplying the power and speed needed to attain the perfect blending of the fruit pulp.

Breville 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite 1000-Watt Juice ExtractorOranges, mangoes, apples can be put into the machine and within a few seconds the results will be discernable. Whatever vegetable or fruit you put in it will work on it by virtue of its 600 watts power supply that is much more than any other juicer in the market. Adding to your recent possession of the Breville juicer you will also receive a recipe book that contains good ideas of how to make delicious juices to surprise your family and entertain guests.

A quality juice maker in all aspects, Breville Juicer has a plunger which helps in pushing down the fruits and vegetables into the jar making your job easier. Cleaning the apparatus is also a trouble-free task with the aid of the brush. Juice Fountain Plus is one of the models under the brand name of Breville that makes you spend less time preparing sparing all the time to relish the delicacy.

Champion Juicer - one of my favorite choices

2009-10-02T16:31:00.003-07:00

The Household Model of the Champion Juicer comes in the form of silver, black, Almond and white models and are known to be the best domestic juicer model that has been into existence since a long time. The Household juicer model fits to the T for preparing most of the healthy juices that suit a diet program. Champion Juicer G5-PG710 G5-PG720-BLACK Commerical Heavy Duty JuicerThe Champion juicers are fit and capable of long term usage and also several times a day.

The Household Model suits all the domestic requirements and the benefits include:

1. Preparing baby food, cream pastes, butter and nut supplements, vegetable juices and fruit juices.

2. This juicer model has the reputation of a modest vibration and noise during operation unlike most other juicers.

3. The Household model is devoid of any complex screws, bolts and nuts that are often confusing and gets hectic during emergency situations.

4. a lot of your time is saved due to the long feed chamber which reduces the preparation hazards by negating the need for cutting of the fruits and vegetables.

5. The crunching process of this juicer model allows the essential nutrients to remain within the final juice constituent and thus provides plentiful nourishments.

6. This model also scores highly in the subsidiary aspects like cleaning. The cleaning process is easy and simple as there are no complicated parts and bolts within this juicer model.

7. This Household model is made of Stainless Steel which is resistant to food scent and lasts much longer than imagination.

Champion Juicer Heavy Duty White 1/UnitApart from the mentioned features, the Household juicer model comes along with a 10 year warranty of “Juicing” parts and a three year warranty of its specially built motor. The Household juicer model also saves the amount of power and operates at 540 watt of power which is much less as compared to the other commercial juicer models.

Blendtec Blender - a trusted name in the world of delicacies

2009-10-02T16:29:00.003-07:00

Blendtec blenders are well known across the planet for its best-in-breed services in the art of blending. Starting from ice-creams, milkshakes and smoothies to sauces, dressings and more this wonder appliance will leave you spellbound at its results. What nine other appliances will do for you, this single all-in-one machine will cater to your needs beautifully. Moreover, it is affordable and easy to use.

You may have seen the Blendtec machine in the world’s best coffee shops offering instant coffee of taste worth its name. Fresh juice parlors and other popular restaurants are testimony to its huge success over the years. It has produced consistent results in taste and the texture of coffee and juice for a long time. Now you can enjoy the same, and feel the ecstasy of good taste right in your home.

Total Blender is one of the products available manufactured by Blendtec. Specifications of the product are the 13 amp/1500 Watts power supply and the direct-drive motor system within the Blendtec blender HP3A Blendtec 3 hp Food Fruit Blender Blend-tecwhich is absolutely the sole contributor for its huge demands. The jar is quite large in size to accommodate as much of the stuff at one go saving your precious time. The key features contributing to its services are the Smart-Touch Technology touchpad controls and 6 pre-programmed blend cycles appreciated by one and all. Count cycles are visible in the blue LCD display. Solid state electronics are put to use for the development of the final model.

Now, the vortex consists of a two quart jar with lid and a blade of three inches. Mostly Blendtec blender comes in black color but other varieties are also available. Automatic speed variation is primarily the main ingredient for perfect blending. It shuts off automatically as soon as the cycle is complete. You can even use the equipment for crushing ice. The powerful motor crushes ice into snow flakes in seconds much to your amazement. Actually an ice crushing guarantee will also be given to you on your purchase. The warranty period is of three years. So, get ready to discover the best results from your Blendtec blender.

Water Fasting

2009-10-01T21:36:00.001-07:00

Water Fasting

For thousand of years, fasting has been a method of health recovery. It can be defined as a state of physiological rest during which the body undertakes the repairing and self-strengthening mechanisms to heal the damaged organs. Fasting also cleanses the body from accumulated waste products and toxins.

Water fasting is also a way of fasting in which only water is consumed. Water fasting helps in detoxification as the digestive tract and organs can rest and the energy is used for healing of damaged tissues. Also as no food is consumed, the fat reserves are used for energy, thus releasing the accumulated toxins from the body.

Water fasting is also done as a means of losing weight. It is true that initially there is incredible weight loss as the toxins from the body starts getting eliminated. The digestive tract is cleansed and one experiences fullness and there is less craving for food. But water fasting as a weight loss method does have some drawbacks. Care should be taken while water fasting as the body after initial weight loss goes into survival mode and turns to the muscle tissues for energy. This can lead to tiredness and dizziness. Hence water fasting is not recommended for those who are hypo or hyper glycemic or suffer from other medical complications and so one should always consult a physician before going in for any kind of fasting.

Organic Foods

2009-10-01T21:34:00.001-07:00

Simply speaking, the foods that are produced, processed and packed without the use of chemicals and fertilizers are termed as organic foods. The organic foods are considered to be healthier than conventional foods as there is either no or less usage of the harmful chemicals. Some of the popular organic foods include milk, tea, coffee, wine, honey, meat, fruits, rice, corn, herbs and essential oils.

The organic foods contain phenolic compounds which act as a protection from certain heart diseases and cancer. The food quality of organic foods is better than the conventional food products. The organic foods are devoid of any chemicals and hence are safe and more nutritious. The benefits of organic foods are manifold as they are not only more nutritious, but they are environment friendly and are loaded with vital nutrients.

They are very beneficial for the overall well-being of the body and help in weight loss too. The consumption of organic foods makes a person more energized and full. There is a tendency to eat less once a person starts consuming organic foods, as these are devoid of any synthetic supplements and are produced under natural conditions preserving the natural state of the foods. The body becomes active and the bowel movement is also swift which further leads to faster nutrient consumption. There is prevention of accumulation of excess fat. Organic foods are also helpful in cleansing the blood and removing the toxins from the body. Hence all these factors keep the body fit and energized.

The Lemonade Diet

2009-10-01T21:32:00.001-07:00

The lemonade diet or the ‘Master Cleanser’ diet is typically a detoxification or cleansing diet aimed to free the body of the toxins and chemical built-ups. Although the lemonade diet is not intended for weight loss, people tend to take it as a means of fast weight loss.

The lemonade diet is a liquid diet which involves consumption of 6 to 12 glasses of lemonade concoction, in a day. The concoction contains lemon juice, water, maple syrup and small quantities of cayenne pepper. Besides this concoction, the person undertaking the lemonade diet can take in herbal laxative and salt water drink. Lemons are used as they are readily available and are a rich source of minerals and vitamins. The diet is to be followed for at least 10 days with 40 days being the maximum. The diet can be followed three to four times in a year.

After the duration of lemonade diet is over, people experience relief from infections, arthritic symptoms and pain. The gradual transition from the lemonade diet to the normal eating pattern is also important.

However those pioneering the theory of lemonade diet insist that this diet should not be followed by those looking to lose weight fast as on the completion of the diet, half the weight lost would come back. Also nutrition experts and health professionals do not advise prolonged fasting of any form for the purpose of weight loss.

Juice Fasting

2009-10-01T21:31:00.000-07:00

Fasting for health purposes is actually good and healthy and gives the body a kind of rest. Juice fasting is actually a detoxification diet. It involves the intake of juice of fruits and raw vegetables and water only. Those advocating juice fasting are of the view that juices are a good source of antioxidants and vitamins and hence they detoxify the body and help in weight loss too.

Benefits of juice fasting include healing capabilities because of the increase in the intake of enzymes, vitamins and minerals by way of juices. The juices cleanse the body and help in eliminating toxins and chemical built-ups from the body. Also excess body fat is removed as there is better bowel movement and the fatty acids get transformed.

Juice fasting is considered healthy as fruits and vegetables are known to contain fibers which in turn are very effective in cleansing the body. Weight loss can be achieved by juice fasting as these fibers transform the fatty tissues and remove the excess toxins from the body. On the other hand juices provide essential nutrients and antioxidants to the body, thus being beneficial both ways. Juice fasting has been known to cure certain diseases like high blood pressure, kidney and liver diseases, leukemia, skin infections and many more. Thus vitality is achieved by going in for juice fasting.

Fad Diets

2009-10-01T21:28:00.001-07:00

Quick dieting or intense dieting when there is little time to get in shape involves going in for a restricted eating plan. This is known a fad diet. It involves restricted eating which could be unhealthy and lack sufficient nutrition and calories. Certain liquid-only diets that are advertised as healthful diets are actually fad diets. Other types of fad diets are the Grapefruit diet and the Cabbage soup diet.

The obsession of following fad diets results from the fact that people believe that they can get in the desired shape quickly and with the least efforts. It is not that the fad diets do not work. They do, but only in the beginning. Later, as time goes by, sustaining restricted eating habits becomes difficult. Also it is difficult to curb the intake of certain groups of food. Hence as one goes back to the original eating patterns, the weight also returns.

Fad diets are followed in order to lose weight fast. The weight loss does occur early on but if followed over a long time, these diets may provoke certain health problems. If weight loss is the target, a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables and whole grains should be followed. Physical activity along with a healthy and balanced diet is what is required for a balanced and long term weight loss.

The Fad Diet Reduces Your Weight if Followed Correctly

2009-10-01T20:25:00.002-07:00

How often have you thought about shifting your breakfast menu towards a metabolic or soup diet? If no is the answer, then it’s time to think about the most unconventional weight loss diet program. There are many people who are into weight loss diet programs by searching online solutions or visiting the modern day weight loss centers. It’s always advisable to consult a physician before starting a desirable weight loss program.

Now you must be wondering what a Fad Diet is. The Fad diet comprise a soup diet, the special South Beach diet, Atkins diet, Chicken soup diet, Lemonade diet, 3 day diet, 7 day diet and many other such dietary forms. The Fad diets are specially developed diet packages which are concentrated upon definite food items which often boosts of comprising high nutritional value and food balance.

However, the Fad diet supplement works well if the following points are kept in mind:

1. Do not continue the diet supplement as part of your weight loss for a prolonged successive time period.

2. You must follow a schedule or routine for the Fad diet by consulting a physician or by yourself.

3. In between the process of dieting upon this supplement, you must avoid eating any other food stuff even if you feel hungry all of a sudden.

4. You must not resort down to heavy and delicious rich food contents immediately after the fad diet course gets over.

By maintaining these standard principles and food habits, you may give periodic checks to your weight and even visit the physician. The Fad diet works well as a weight loss program if properly followed.

Lemonade diet - The Many in One Master Diet for Your Suitable Weight Loss

2009-10-01T20:23:00.002-07:00

Let’s get to the point directly. Many like you are health conscious nowadays and so they are in search of effective weight loss programs, exercise tips and solid food values. The Lemonade diet is one unique diet supplement that not only helps in reducing the extra calories but also effectively cleanses the human body and eliminates toxic wastes from the body.

You may learn about the Lemonade diet by consulting a physician, nutrition expert and even through the internet. The Lemonade diet is a supplement of lemonade water which means or refers towards a “fasting” process for weight loss as there is no hint or presence of any solid food stuff. This diet supplement comprises:

1. Water: the sufficient amount of water reaches each and every corner of the body, eliminating wastes and bringing about proper digestion of the consumed solid food stuff. The water balance is also maintained as it is equivalent to drinking water but with a better taste.

2. Squeezed Lemon juice: this component adds the flavor to this supplement and provides Vitamin C along with “Bioflavonoid”. Due to the presence of “Bioflavonoid”, the anti oxidizing effect increases inside the body and the Vitamin C brings about better digestion and immunity.

3. Cayenne Pepper: this component enhances the blood flow, metabolizes the energy, aids in tissue development and human assimilation.

4. Maple Syrup: this supplementary diet also comprises Maple Syrup that provides vitamins, minerals and high calorific value to the body.

The presence of such super food components allow weight loss better than most other diet formulas or supplements through the circulation of blood, elimination of wastes, proper assimilation, stimulation of energy and the cleansing effect.

Foundation for a Successful Weight Loss Program

2009-10-01T20:22:00.000-07:00

Now in this Century, people are much worried about maintaining their physique and controlling their weights. There is no harm in that but often people get into a fix to decide upon the basis of their weight loss program. Soon this particular idea becomes a headache for many of you but you may seek online help through various weight loss supplements and programs.

One of the most fundamental and effective weight loss programs comprise the maintenance of a systematic diet and your diet may be based upon numerous essential nutrients, proportionate calories, fasting, mineral contents, organic foods and many other such stuff.

Now do you know that one of the most unique weight loss methods comprise water fasting. Now for all of you who do not know about water fasting-here is a single sentence to say it all. Water fasting is nothing but drinking water or just intaking water without any solid food. When it is carried over for a day or two it stands out to be water fasting.

This is one of the unique methods of weight loss owing to its “catabolizing” effect for weight loss. After negating the solid food intake into the human body the human digestion process changes into elimination and detoxification of wastes from the body.

The water fasting process on the very first day causes the required sugar content to diminish the very first day which was otherwise supplied by the normal foods. The subsequent fasting in the next day turns or rather allows burning of the fatty tissues or cells for the required glucose content by the body. The continuation of this process even further makes the entire fatty tissues being used up for the generation of glucose.

So the water fasting is an unique weight loss program through the mentioned human body mechanisms but however it must be kept in mind that any form of weight loss program in the form of fasting must not be continued for more than 3 days at a stretch.

Juice Fasting is a Simple but Effective Weight Loss Method

2009-10-01T20:20:00.000-07:00

The modern day junk foods which are extremely popular among all ages do a lot of harm to the body. It is the sole cause for gaining weights and numerous diseases. But the most surprising thing is that there a large section of people who depend upon junk foods having proper knowledge of the harmful effects owing to the busy schedules. Now for those individuals and for the ones who are ignorant about the harmful effects of junk foods and are worried a lot about your weights, here is something interesting to know.

Have you ever heard of fasting? Well obviously you have and you all must also have heard about juices. But have you heard about juice fasting? Yes, this is a unique weight loss supplement which does not necessarily mean just another weight loss supplement which you need to buy from the nearby stores. The juice fasting method comprise juices like vegetable juices, green leaf juices, vegetable root juices, fruit juices, herbal juices and many more such natural juices.

The juice fasting process is unique as it leaves beneficial results even in cases of addictions towards smoking, drinking and many others. The weight loss is affected by the carbohydrate contents which are obtained from the juice and this bring about a detoxifying effect inside the human body in the absence of solid food.

The intake of juices enhances the digestive process immensely and this allows reduction of the fatty tissues and acids for additional glucose requirement of the body. The burning of fatty tissues and muscles over prolonged continuation of this process enables effective weight loss.

Day 20

2009-09-29T09:02:00.002-07:00

OK. I admit I'm not so good at writing blogs. I created this blog to track my progress but to be really honest. I hate writing. I am not a blogger by far. That's why I decided I would start including articles on the site to give everyone something else to read if I don't update my status as often as I should.

Anyhow, today is day 20 for me. I been on juice for a full 20 days. Yippy for me. The scale shows it too. I am starting to see a difference in various parts of my body. I notice that my shorts had a hard time staying up yesterday and even though 20 lbs is not a insane number it does make a small impact. My face is starting to appear a little thinner and my neck is far yet the biggest difference I notice. My neck is actually starting to re-appear. lol. I feel great and my energy levels are extremely high. My skin is really clear. But the bad side of things is I've been having stank breath for the past few days. No matter how many times I brush my teeth and tongue within a couple hours I can taste this horrible taste in my mouth then I repeat the cycle. Brush and gargle. Whatever. A small price to pay to change my life right.

Well I usually do my grocery shopping on Sunday but this week I did not go. Usually Nicole and I go together but she decided on going shopping with her Mom instead. Her family and I don't really get along very well, so I elected on staying home. It actually worked out in the best way, as though I still had some carrots, cucumbers and kale left over from last week. I don't want to be wasting food so I decided I will go shopping once I drink everything and there is nothing left to go to waste. I don't know about you but once I go shopping I would start preparing all the new veggies and fruit I recently brought and leave the old stuff in the refrigerator. So this was a perfect way to rid the refrigerator of the old before adding the new. Right?

Yesterday, I went to Smart & Final and purchased some Styrofoam cups and I decided to freeze me some juice to eat as snacks between juices. Have you ever gone to the candy house as a child and they would have frozen juice in the cups. That's the idea I had in mind when I purchased the cups. It worked all well and was a good addition for a snack juice. I think that I am getting a little bored with the idea of drinking juice everyday. So, I been trying to creative. You all know I been experimenting with the different juices already. Lately I've been juicing all my fruit and veggies and then putting them in the blender with a lot of ice and grinding it all up to make it thick like a slushy. That has been good. It takes me longer to consume the juice that way. Not only that it's extremely thick and I sometimes have to eat it with a spoon.

Anyhow these are the updates for my day 20.

I'll catch you later. Peace out!

Benefits of Acai Berry

2009-09-28T05:26:00.001-07:00

It is believed that the acai fruit contains several health benefits and therefore, is gaining prominence quickly. This elite super food, which contains weight-loss and anti-aging properties, is the newly found diet program which has made the world go crazy after its products. These days, many manufacturers have started using acai berries for preparing beauty and cosmetic products as well.

Various researches carrying on studies on the acai berry fruit have focused on its ability to increase body power through its antioxidant properties. It is considered the number one super-food all over the world due to the presence of nutritive components in abundance. The acai fruit contains various nutritive substances known as anthocyanins and flavonoids. Anthocyanins and flavonoids are powerful antioxidants which prevent the body against various life-stressors. These antioxidant properties provide the body with nutrients that help in slowing down the ageing process and the effects of diseases produced by free radicals in our body. By neutralizing the power of free radicals, these antioxidants reduce the risk of heart diseases and cancer.

The acai fruit offers many healthy benefits if consumed on a regular basis. It is a very good fruit which makes us get rid of several harmful toxins and acids present in the environment due to heavy metal, mold, chloroform, etc. It is not only considered as number one fruit throughout the world but its increasing consumption has proved its numerous health benefits as well.

Presence of vitamin E in acai berries helps in healing wounds and fatal injuries. Vitamin E neutralizes the effect of free radicals on the cell-membrane in the body and is considered effective in reducing the clotting of blood and rapid healing of wounds. In addition to vitamin E, acai berries also contain potassium content and fatty acids which reduce the blood pressure level, control and maintain the cholesterol level, and protect the heart from various diseases such as heart attack, stroke etc.

Moreover, the presence of vitamin C, dietary fibers, anthocyanin, iron, antioxidants, and carbohydrates in acai berry defend our body against many major diseases. Vitamin C helps in treating diseases like hair loss, vision loss, and sleeplessness and also helps fight against damage to body cells caused by free radicals. Dietary fibers act as natural treatment for weight-loss and anthocyanin prevents damage to eyes and helps in diabetic retinopathy.

Experts suggest that presence of calcium, iron, carbohydrates, and antioxidants in acai berry not only kill cancer cells that cause leukemia, but also boost the immune system protecting our body against various diseases, treating low libido, and reviving sexual desire. Antioxidant properties in the acai fruit help keeping the skin fresh and healthier, remove lethargy, promote sound sleep, improve mental clarity and blood circulation, control cholesterol level, and reduce the severity of allergies and their symptoms.

In addition to this, researchers have found bilberry in acai berry that British pilots used to eat before going to missions and experienced improved night vision. The greatest benefit of acai berry is that it helps in losing weight without showing any side effects. It is rich in amino acids and fatty acids which burn the fat rapidly, thereby resulting in a quick weight-loss program. Most of the scientists have supported these claims of acai berry benefiting the human world.

Increasing Body Metabolism Naturally

2009-09-26T12:09:00.003-07:00

For the Purpose of Weight Loss.

Body metabolism can be defined as a process which utilizes and consumes all the energy which is being brought into the body through food consumption. It determines of nearly all of the assimilation and absorption with distribution of the nutritional contents. In short, it is a living process which is necessary and vital for a person to function properly. If you want to lose sufficient amount of weight, you should consider including the metabolism process into function. You should ultimately increase your metabolism and carry it out naturally so the excessive fats and calories burn down within a short span of time.

By increasing your body metabolism naturally, you don’t have to worry about restricting yourself to a certain type of diet. You will just be burning more calories leading to the ultimate energy production for the cells and body activities.

In this article I am going to describe you some tips through which you can increase your body metabolism naturally for the purpose of weight loss.

You should build more and more of muscle bulk by performing weightlifting techniques and workouts because this is how your calories are going to get consumed more and more increasing the basal metabolism. Fats on the other hand, is not so much effectual in consuming that much of calories. Muscles of your body consume about 50 calories everyday whereas the fats only involve 2 calories per day which is really low in comparison.

Eat breakfast to increase your body metabolism. After getting sufficient amount of sleep, your body metabolism gets slowed down to conserve the energy for major reflexes. As soon as you wake up your body needs immediate food and nutrition for the revival. Even if you don’t feel hungry, you should consume food.

Drinking plenty of water increases your body metabolism naturally. Your body is composed of 70% water, muscles comprise of 75% water and blood is composed of 90% water which needs to be replenished and flourished. You should take about 7 to 8 glasses of water everyday to fulfill the body needs.

Consider eating five to six times a day with frequent gaps and breaks but the meal doesn’t have to be large every time. Eat foods which is low in calorie and fat value and more than that, eat healthy! The often you eat, the better your body metabolism will get.

A couple simple ways to increase metabolism naturally

1. Eat smaller portions more often perhaps 5-6 portions daily

2. Drink apple cider vinegar and garlic a couple times daily

3. Add spices such as peppers and cayenne pepper to your drinking water will increase heart rate to raise metabolism naturally.

4. Everyone knows that excercise and increased activities will raise it.

Day 15 and Going Strong

2009-09-24T23:26:00.003-07:00

I had an awesome day. I've learned I hate juicing. OK, not juicing but cleaning up after juicing. It so, suck taking the freaking juicer apart after I made me a wonderful juice.... which in the meantime be sitting there on the counter just watching me as I clean the juicer. Yeah my peeve for today. Cleaning a juice machine sucks!

Anyhow, today I was looking in the mirror and notice that my neck and face is starting to thin out some. The lines on my neck are appearing lighter in color. I try not to get on the scale daily but it's so hard. I have lost 18.6 lbs in 15 days. That's insane!

Have you ever had apple cucumber juice? That juice rock! I am still experimenting with the different flavors to find what works for me. I have tried all types of drinks. I even purchased sweet potatoes, cilantro, peppers and other green stuff. I don't like the broccoli at all. It has a strong taste and must be used in moderation. I love cooked broccoli but as for juicing I don't think it will be part of my weekly grocery shopping.

Here's a few combo's I enjoy the most.

1. Apples and Cucumber

2. Orange, Ginger, Cucumber

3. Kale, Green Lettuce, Cucumber, Spinach, Celery, Apple (drink a HUGE cup of this twice daily)

4. Pear, Apple and Cucumber

5. Carrots and Celery (I drink this one often too)

6. Beets and Apples (I like the beets but no matter how much I wash it, it always seem to taste like dirt to me but it's workable )

7. Watermelon and Papaya

8. Watermelon and Apples

9. Ginger and Lemons (this is really good but need sugar) I used to purchase the ginger lemonade at trader joes... it's so good)

Well that pretty much the stuff I drink most often. Eventhough I am still experimenting with taste. I go back to those often.

It's late and I'm a little tired so I'm off to bed. Catch ya later! Peace out

Stop Overeating for Quick & Efficient Weight Loss

2009-09-24T14:06:00.003-07:00

As the title implies, in this article I am going to talk about a habit which is more often likely to be exhibited and experienced; overeating. Overeating is the main cause of people to get overweighed and obese. It is really common among the countries which are developed and under development. It is not something you have to be hesitated about because it seems natural phenomenon to you. What you need to do is to determine the causes for the overeating habit first. It can be due to anything. Most of the people exhibit this property when they are nervous or stressed; others tend to overeat when they are out at some restaurant and a few overeat because they are so emotionally dependent on the food.

With overeating, you tend to lose a sense of taking balanced diet. This is where the risks and health ailments come into function. If you haven't been able to recognize the reasons of overeating and it is just a random thing for you to go through, then you need to get rid of your habit as soon as possible for the purpose of quick and efficient weight loss.

Overeating occurs when one is bored and has an easy reach to the refrigerator or any of the snacking material. The key should be substitution and alteration in your habits. If you are bored, you should go for a nice walk instead of stuffing up chocolate cookies and doughnuts. Ask a friend to be an eating alternative. Whenever you feel like you are craving food badly, you should call him or her up and talk to get over the thought. This will help you getting rid of the weight you put on uselessly.

Overeating happens when you are directly eating out from a can or a pack. You don’t have a count of the portions you are eating and digesting. You should overcome this thing by getting stuff in smaller cans or avoid eating directly through them. Serve a portion for yourself into a plate or bowl or a cup, close the lid and save the rest for the next meal.

Consider what you are eating. If you are not putting any thought into what nutrients and food values you are taking, you will put on a lot of pounds within a short span of time. Start every meal through a salad or plain vegetable with a dip. You should drink plenty of water so your body can get rid of the toxic wastes within the right time.

On weekends, which are characterized by idleness, dullness and overeating, try to do something constructive and positive about you. Spend time at a country side or call up friends for a nice barbeque. You should keep yourself motivated and determined for the most part.

To briefly describe the motive of this piece of writing I should say that stop overeating for quick & efficient weight loss.

Shed Unwanted Pounds with the Help of High Fiber Diets

2009-09-23T07:52:00.003-07:00

If you are worried about having more weight and fats on your body, you should consider planning weight loss for yourself. You can either change or alter the diet you take three times a day. You can also perform several aerobics and exercises for the cause. Several medications and treatments are also available these days for the purpose of weight loss such as weight loss drugs, weight loss pills and even surgeries. Food is the main thing we would shed light upon in this article because food consumption has direct impact on our overall physical appearance.

You can be on the ultimate path of weight loss if you take in count of particular diet shakes and proper food regimens. Good and balanced nutrition is ought to cop up with the resolution of your problem. Involve vitamins, proteins, minerals and fibers in your diet and see how well your physique and body tone gets within a short span of time. We would specifically talk about how to shed unwanted pounds with high fiber diets in the following passages.

Fiber is the vital element which our body needs in sufficient quantity in order to stay healthy and fit. Experiments and hypothesis have shown that fiber is helpful in increasing the good cholesterol of your body. It also reduces the effects and counteracts of bad and saturated cholesterols, saving you from several ailments and disorders. Fiber acts as a long lasting and ultimate fuel for the cells and tissues because it digests and absorbs in the body eventually through a gradual process.

Fiber makes the body realize that the food is sufficient and it doesn’t need to be consumes any more, which is why the nutritional contents get balanced and you don’t gain tremendous amount of weight. Soluble fiber turns into water and accumulates in the form of the gel and found in fruits, oats and beans. The gel essentially sucks in the extra calories you are consuming throughout the day. Each gram of fiber removes 7 calories from your body which means if you take 35 grams per day; the net calorie removal will be 245 calories.

If you follow the fiber enriched diet along with other diet strategies, you will surely lose tremendous amount of weight safely and successfully. I hope by now you have realized the importance of high fiber diets and how can you shed unwanted pounds with the help of high fiber diets.

Day 14 Energized Bunny

2009-09-23T07:31:00.007-07:00

Well today marks the success to day 14. I feel absolutely wonderful being on nothing but juice for 14 days. It's far more easier to feast on juice rather than water which I did more than 1 year ago. I have abundance of energy. It's like having all these energizer bunnies all around me. I wake up extremely early without the alarm clock and able to stay up late without the crappy feelings of being tired and drained after eating. I'm feeling just simply terrific. My face has cleared up. The rash has gone away. I still haven't got around to freezing those grapefruits yet. But maybe I will try to do that today. My face is beginning to shrink some. I can see it when I look into the mirror. You can see yesterday's photo update here. The pounds are just dropping like stones. I'm so excited for my future, and how I plan to incorporated eating healthier with coming lifestyle changes. But, I'm all for it. I know that many people do fad diets for quick weight loss but I am 32 years old now and I want to make this change to be healthier for me and my future child if I conceive. I know I have a long journey before me. It will take a lot of will to empower this journey. I have to stay focused and take one day at a time. That's all I have and all I can do... Right?

Well.. Im outro -- I'll be back tomorrow.