Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Melt Away Muffin Top Fat


There are a number of ways that our body protects us from all the pollutants one is exposed to every day. These contaminants are in the air that we breathe, on the food that we eat, and even in the water that we drink and bath in. Our bodies have an amazing ability to protect itself, however, it is better if we limit the exposure and periodically cleanse these away.

One method of protection is by holding water in our tissues as this dilutes the toxins so they are less concentrated. Another way is by allowing candida (yeast) to flourish. Yeast grows rapidly especially when there are excess heavy metals in the system, as the candida acts like “bubble wrap” to encase the toxins and reduce the damage to organs, glands, and tissues. The third way is with mucus in the respiratory and digestive tracts. Mucus has a “slick” property to clear away allergins and irritants so they are eliminated as phlegm or mucus in the stool.

The final way to protect one’s body is by storing toxins in our fat, particularly the visceral fat. This is the fat around our organs of our body. The common apple shaped body is generally associated with higher levels of visceral fat storage. This type of fat is connected to diseases such as diabetes, hypertension (elevated blood pressure) and metabolic syndrome. Visceral fat can’t be seen as it surrounds the internal organs increasing insulin resistance and diabetes. Stomach fat is located beneath the skin and “jiggles”. While neither is healthy, visceral fat contributes to more health problems.

Lifestyle behavior such as diet, stress, exercise can affect the amount of visceral fat as does genetic makeup since one’s DNA determines where our body likes to accumulate and store fat. Women typically store more fat in their thighs and belly while men store excess fat in their stomachs. Fortunately, one can contribute to these lifestyle factors with dietary changes, increased exercise that is enjoyable, stress reduction such as meditation, and realistic cleansing programs.

Cleansing away toxins to counterbalance environmental impurities allows the body to then effectively use this stored energy. There are a number of methods to use however keeping the intestines working well and assisting the liver in its daily operation of being the primary detoxification organ are best. Internal cleansing with herbs and nutrients as well as topical creams can provide a comprehensive program to help achieve the health and appearance so many desire.


Monday, September 17, 2012

Cleansing Away Muffin Fat


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Imagine a simple method to melt away that muffin fat that bulges over the top of one’s favorite jeans. Yeah!! The problem is toxins stored in the visceral fat (fat around the organs) and we can work on the jiggly fat too. So here’s my suggested order of cleansing:

·      Support your colon to carry off the wastes by using the “At Home Colon Kit”.
·      Begin liver cleansing with the “Liver GI Detox” using two capsules daily.
·      Melt away belly fat with a topical cream “Belly Freedom” used nightly.
·      Add “Equol Slim” and “lipase enzyme” to create a burn fat attitude.

Of course one needs to eat healthy foods, reduce their carbohydrates (especially the bad ones). And ramp up the exercise a bit by taking a walk, or perhaps beginning to do the “Five Tibetans Rites”. Also, a few minutes in meditation with a focus to relax and see your end results forms a mental picture of one’s goal and allows the universe to direct one’s path. However, having a method to get at that fat makes it much more attainable.

Reduce Muffin Top Belly Fat - Melt Toxins Away

There are a number of ways that our body protects us from all the pollutants one is exposed to every day. These contaminants are in the air that we breath, on the food that we eat, and even in the water that we drink and bath in. Our bodies have an amazing ability to protect itself, however, it is better if we limit the exposure and cleanse these away periodically.

One method of protection is by holding water in our tissues as this dilutes the toxins so they are less concentrated. Another way is by allowing candida (yeast) to flourish. Yeast grows rapidly especially when there are excess heavy metals in the system, as the candida acts like “bubble wrap” to encase the toxins and reduce the damage to organs, glands, and tissues. The third way is with mucus in the respiratory and digestive tracts. Mucus has a “slick” property to clear away allergins and irritants so they are eliminated as phlegm or mucus in the stool.

The final way to protect one’s body is by storing toxins in our fat, particularly the visceral fat. This is the fat around our organs of our body. The common apple shaped body is generally associated with higher levels of visceral fat storage. This type of fat is connected to diseases such as diabetes, hypertension (elevated blood pressure) and metabolic syndrome. Visceral fat can’t be seen as it surrounds the internal organs increasing insulin resistance and diabetes. Stomach fat is located beneath the skin and “jiggles”. While neither is healthy, visceral fat contributes to more health problems.

Lifestyle behavior such as diet, stress, exercise can affect the amount of visceral fat as does genetic makeup since one’s DNA determines where our body likes to accumulate and store fat. Women typically store more fat in their thighs and belly while men store excess fat in their stomachs. Fortunately, one can contribute to these lifestyle factors with dietary changes, increased exercise that is enjoyable, stress reduction such as meditation, and realistic cleansing programs.

Cleansing away toxins to counterbalance environmental impurities allows the body to then effectively use this stored energy. There are a number of methods to use however keeping the intestines working well and assisting the liver in its daily operation of being the primary detoxification organ are best. Internal cleansing with herbs and nutrients as well as topical creams can provide a comprehensive program to help achieve the health and appearance so many desire.



Friday, September 7, 2012

Colon Cancer Risk: Reduce it Naturally

Imagine sitting across from your doctor and being told that you have cancer. That is perhaps one of the most devastating news one can receive. However, being told that it is colon or colorectal cancer has great hope. While it is the third leading cancer in the US, and it is one of the most important causes of cancer morbidity and mortality in the western world, there are four factors one has control over.

According to the Journal Nutrition in 2007, “Colo-rectal cancer is related to diet, lifestyle, physical inactivity, and obesity.”  Let’s take each of these factors for a brief discussion.

Diet that is high in “live foods” such as fresh vegetables, raw or lightly steamed, juiced or even sprouted are very beneficial for keeping the body from allowing cancer to grow. There are also certain foods such as the cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage family) that have anti-cancer properties. Included in this group are kale and collard greens, and kohlrabi.

Sometimes we need to add things such as the foods listed above, and sometimes we need to subtract or reduce things, such as red meat and processed foods. There are many additives that factor in the opportunity for cancer cells to grow.

Ones lifestyle is also a factor in colon cancer, particularly stress. Many find that beginning a program of a balanced lifestyle, not being a workaholic or some other imbalance can aid in supporting their immune system to better deal with health concerns. Sleep is a factor, prayer or meditation is too.

The next part of ones lifestyle that affects colon cancer for the better or worse is physical activity or inactivity. Today, it seems we have a button or device to turn nearly everything on and off. So our physical activity has decreased and our exposure to known carcinogens has increased. One has a choice to join a gym and actually work out, take up a sport such as bicycling, hiking, or playing tennis or racket ball, or taking a brisk walk to ramp up physical activity.

Bringing joy to each and every activity brings joy into one’s life and that is also a factor in lifestyle. After all, Norman Cousins shared in his writing Anatomy of an Illness the value of joy and laughter in his healing process.

Obesity is one struggle that many middle age adults face and a lifelong approach is worth the reduction in probability of colon cancer. Using the first three factors will begin the process and give each one a step up on obesity. Certainly discussing this with a doctor is important for there can be medical issues to explore such as low thyroid or perhaps the beginning of diabetes. When these are put into perspective success can become an accomplished goal.

From a natural medical point of view, we find in World Journal of Gastroenterology 2009 that there is an is essential and beneficial relationship between the bacterial composition of the guts that are affected by various events, such as infection, diet, stress, inflammation. This may lead to the formation of a dysbiosis which could impact health and disease states.

Another lifestyle problem that contributes to colon cancer is constipation in middle-aged adults. It is not consistently associated with a large increase in risk, but it is considered an important risk factor for colon cancer. This condition is easy to correct, however, it is a multifaceted approach that works the best.
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