otrdiena, 2011. gada 1. marts

Weight loss

DHEA is an acronym for Dehydroepiandrosterone, a steroid hormone that is generated by the adrenal glands in our body. The body then converts DHEA to estrogen and testosterone, the female and male sex hormones respectively. People in their twenties are known to have high levels of DHEA, which gradually reduces with age. This is the very reason why researchers are evincing great interest in DHEA and its role in our aging and obesity.

There is a strong belief that DHEA supplements have anti-aging properties. People suffering from complaints of breast cancer, heart disease, diabetes, AIDS and osteoporosis have been seen to generate lower levels of DHEA. Some medications like insulin and corticosteroids have been known to act adversely on the levels of DHEA in the body.

L-Carnitine



L-Carnitine is essentially a powerful synthetic amino acid. However since the chemical constitution of L-Carnitine is comparable to that of other amino acids, the terms are sometimes used interchangeably. In its most natural form L-Carnitine is mainly found to be present in red meat products, egg and poultry, fish and other sea food items as well as dairy products. All of these are considered to be very rich sources of Carnitine. This naturally occurring Carnitine is present in very low quantity in food grains, fruits as well as vegetables. The L-Carnitine used in Phen375 is synthetically produced by the highest refinement and pharmaceutical technology available, ensuring top quality and uniformity when blended in pharmaceutical grade products.


Unfortunately many people are not able to properly derive L- Carnitine from their diet. This may be due to certain genetic disorders, liver dysfunctions or kidney disorders. Additionally certain medications used over a prolonged period of time can also result in incapacitating the body’s ability to derive and absorb carnitine from food. In such circumstances Carnitine supplements are recommended by doctors and other health professionals. Additionally low iron, Vitamin B1 and Vitamin C, vitamin B6, niacin, lysine, as well as methionine deficiency can lead to a carnitine insufficiency in the body. Some indicators of carnitine insufficiency are exhaustion, pain in the chest region and ache in the joints and muscles.

L-Carnitine is also considered a beneficial form of amino acid and is considered very useful in combination with other weight reduction supplements to break fat down into calories increasing the metabolism rate, to help speed up the weight loss process.

Capsaicin-1.12 used in Phen375 is highly processed twelve to one concentration being the purest pharmaceutically refined currently available. Capsaicin-1.12 helps the body easily absorb the other ingredients, aids in the intake of chemicals and boosting their effects by motivating certain receptors whose function is to increase blood flow. By increasing blood flow to small blood vessels within fat capsaicin-1.12 greatly improves the effectiveness of Phen375 where fat is stored. Capsaicin ensures active ingredients are carried throughout your body by increasing blood flow in smaller or restricted flow vessels very common in fatty tissue. Capsaicin also increases your body’s temperature allowing you to burn up to 270 calories per day more that you normally would, this process is called thermogenic burn as the body increases temperature it requires more energy to burn thus eliminating fat effortlessly.

sestdiena, 2011. gada 12. februāris

Singing Sensation Jennifer Hudson And Her Incredible Weight Loss




Singing Sensation Jennifer Hudson And Her Incredible Weight Loss

Don't miss an all new Oprah! Oscar and Grammy Winner Jennifer Hudson is back. She is talking about her new body, family and tragic heartbreak. Tune in on Thursday!

Go to Oprah.com for more information.

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3 Abs Diet & Workout Tips



3 Abs Diet & Workout Tips


Ever wonder what you should be EATING to get abs, and what types of WORKOUTS you should be doing? In this video Dan and I cover:



- Abs diet -- what type of diet should you be following to get abs?

- Abs workout -- what type of workouts should you be doing to get abs?

- Abs training -- What type of personal trainer or coach should you be looking for to help you lose your belly fat and get abs?


We also talk about whether you should be using light or heavy weight in your workouts, and we give you a few specifics from our diet.

If you want more detail, don't worry! We're going to be coming out with more nutrition and diet videos soon.

If you have any questions, leave me a COMMENT! I can't answer every one, but if a question keeps coming up I will try and make a video about it.

And if you'd like to get a ripped body and six pack abs, check out Six Pack Shortcuts. It's the proven system for burning your belly fat and getting lean, defined abs. It contains everything you need to know about exercise and nutrition -- and it comes with unlimited 1-on-1 coaching from me personally.

Check it out here: http://www.sixpackshortcuts.com

otrdiena, 2011. gada 1. februāris

Lipovox Hardcore Detox Review

What is Lipovox Hardcore Detox?

Lipovox Hardcore Detox is a diet pill which claims to help you lose weight, look younger and even cure acne. Lipovox includes all of the 10 so-called super foods which were recommended for their antioxidant properties, on The Oprah Winfrey show by a Dr Perricone. Also included in Lipovox are patented ingredients to aid weight loss and ‘super’ antioxidants, which claim to reduce hunger and increase metabolism.

Some of the ingredients include:



• Cayenne pepper fruit which is supposed to increase the metabolism, aiding fat burn. Also contains a huge amount of vitamin C and antioxidants.
• Barley which is a high fiber food said to promote a healthy digestive tract and helps to metabolize fats, carbohydrates and cholesterol.
• Super Citrimax. Suppresses appetite and helps to burn fat.
• Green Tea Extract. High in vitamin C and antioxidants.
• Buckwheat. Helps to stabilize blood sugar levels after meals.
• Flaxseed. High in fiber and is thought to be beneficial to the heart
• DMAE: Antioxidant that Lipovox claims has beneficial effects on ageing and weight loss.
• Psyllium Husk: High in Fiber and is rumoured to stabilize the metabolism.


Side Effects:


Users have expressed concern at some of the side effects caused by using Lipovox. Also, due to the wide variety of food concentrations, there is an increased risk of allergic reaction.
Side effects reported by users include:
• Stomach cramps and spasms
• Constipation
• Skin reactions and worsening acne
• Extreme nausea
• Decrease in strength
• Weight gain
• Headaches

Other Concerns


• Lack of results: Many users have been left feeling cheated after experiencing none of the promised benefits to skin or weight loss.
• Customer Service: Some unsatisfied customers have been unsuccessful in claiming their money back even though Lipovox has a ‘no questions asked’ guarantee.
• No connection to Oprah Winfrey or Dr Perricone: Lipovox seems to imply that their product is directly connected to Dr Perricone’s studies. It is not made clear enough that both Oprah Winfrey and Dr Perricone are in no way affiliated with the product.

Conclusion

Although Lipovox contains many ingredients that could be beneficial to health, it is has not been proven or tested for such and is extremely unlikely to be able to live up to the outlandish claims of, not only help with weight loss but also in making the user appear younger with better skin.

Users considering using Lipovox should be aware of the possible side effects and should avoid Lipovox if they currently suffer from food related allergies. Also of concern, is the lack of customer care shown by Lipovox and the difficulty many unsatisfied users have had in attempting to get refunds.

pirmdiena, 2011. gada 17. janvāris

SlendeSlim: An Overview

The makers of SlendeSlim claim that they have invented the strongest fat burner in the world, using fast working, clinically proven and patented ingredients.
By using different types of appetite suppressants, caffeine and thyroid boosters, SlendeSlim guarantee that their product can help dieters eat 25% less food, lose between 4-7 lbs a week with little effort and decrease their waist size by 16%. An impressive claim, but can SlendeSlim deliver?


SlendeSlim uses the following 8 ingredients:
BioPerine: Increases the effectiveness of the other ingredients by increasing absorption into the bloodstream.
Infinenergy: A caffeine based metabolism and energy booster with added Malic acid to enhance the effects.
Chromax: A type of chromium which causes a 25% decrease in food intake. , 365 less calories eaten each day and a 24% reduction in feelings of hunger.
Slendesta: Results in a diminished appetite and makes the user feel fuller for longer after meals, discouraging overeating and snacking.
ChromeMate: Another form of chromium which helps with insulin function in the body which is vital in weight loss.

Selenium Select: Helps with thyroid function which is important in weight loss.
Viscofiber: Made from oat grain, Viscofiber controls blood sugar levels to maintain energy, slows the rate of digestion and makes you feel fuller for longer.
Slimaluma: An appetite suppressant which in turn reduces calorie intake and is said to complement Viscofiber and Slendesta effects.
Side effects and dangers of Using SlendeSlim

Some of the ingredients used within SlendeSlim can cause adverse reactions in users. Viscofiber is known for causing excess gas and uncomfortable bloating.

Although the dicaffeine malate in Infinergy lessens caffeine side effects, users may still experience sleep related problems including insomnia and restlessness, food digestion issues such as vomiting, diarrhoea and loss of appetite and cardio problems such as an irregular
heartbeat, an increase in heart rate and raised blood pressure.

Most worryingly is the presence of Selenium in high enough doses can be toxic. The symptoms of selenium toxicity include hair loss and brittleness, fingernail changes including loss, streaking and brittleness, bad breath with a metallic taste in the mouth, extreme tiredness, reduced sperm mobility, hot flushes, thyroid dysfunction, nausea and the most serious of all these complaints; heart problems.


Risk versus Results
Although the makers of SlendeSlim have attempted to reduce harmful side effects related to the ingredients in their product, there is no doubt that the possibility of these side effects remains a reality. Users must be aware of the potential risks when taking a supplement like SlendeSlim and make their decision accordingly.
Before embarking on a course of SlendeSlim, users should also research other weight loss methods, diet plans and weight loss supplements and consult with their doctor to ensure they are choosing the right option.

otrdiena, 2011. gada 11. janvāris

Anoretix: Heir To A Disturbing Name

According to the American Psychiatric Association, anorexia nervosa is not only a severe eating disorder that, if left untreated, results in self-starvation, and it is nearly always fatal in the long term. Death from anorexia is caused most often from heart failure. Although they look like (and are) walking skeletons, those who suffer from anorexia have such distorted body images that they see themselves as fat. In light of the hundreds of thousands of Americans (mostly female) who die each year from anorexia-related medical conditions, it's easy to wonder why a weight loss product would be given such a similar-sounding name.

According to this product's web site, Anoretix was developed primarily as an appetite suppressant powerful enough to equal - and surpass - the effects of both ephedra and phentermine combined. Ephedra was banned for sale and distribution in the United States not only for its very dangerous side effects, but also because it is the primary ingredient in the toxic, extremely addictive, and illegal street drug methamphetamine. Phentermine is a drug that's identical in action, withdrawal symptoms, and side effects to other amphetamines. It is available only by prescription to treat obesity in some people after all other methods of weight loss like diet and exercise have failed and the patient's life is in peril.

Anoretix is offered with a 100% money back lifetime guarantee. WAY down at the bottom of this web page is this statement: "If you find yourself losing more than one pound per day, decrease the dosage. It's not healthy to lose weight too fast and some Anoretix users have had problems with this in the past." This statement serves not only as a legal disclaimer of liability for any adverse actions of Anoretix, but also creates a tantalizing image in the minds of potential buyers of a very rapid weight loss - if they can read the small print.

NINE PATENTED INGREDIENTS! shouts the Anoretix web site. Yet nowhere on any page of the site are these ingredients listed. Nor is there any verifiable information about when these alleged patents were granted or the clinical trials that supported them. The only ingredient mentioned on the site is caffeine, a very common inclusion in weight loss products. Anoretix is available with or without caffeine.

When manufacturers of weight loss supplements use the term "proprietary blend" to describe their ingredients, this means that they don't list the exact contents of the product. This serves two purposes: (1) to prevent their formula from being copied by their many competitors in the weight loss market and, (2) to prevent customers from knowing the type and quantity of ingredients. While the first purpose is certainly understandable, the second is not.

Because of the large number of weight loss products on the market today, a search engine inquiry reveals many sites that review these products based upon their effectiveness, safety, price, re-order rate, and customer testimonials. Anoretix is very rarely even included on these sites' lists of top weight loss supplements. The marketing of Anoretix led to high expectations of users about its allegedly proven ingredients. Does it deliver on this claim?

Phen375, in contrast, is not only continually placed in top rankings on review sites, but has received many "Number One" endorsements. Compared to Anoretix, Phen375's ingredients are prominently listed on its web site. The manufacturer clearly proves Phen375's effectiveness and safety, but makes no claims of the product being a "wonder drug" or a "weight loss miracle." Phen375 will help you achieve your weight loss goals, but you still have to do the work! This means following a healthy, nutritious and low-fat diet, exercising moderately, drinking lots of water to maintain your body's hydration, and immediately stop taking the product and consulting your health care provider if you experience any side effects of Phen375 that worry you.

Superior fat burning ingredients that safely increase your metabolism, powerful appetite suppression, and a super-charged energy level are the best reasons why Phen375 is your best choice among weight loss supplements. An even better reason is that Phen375 gives you every reason to trust the integrity of its manufacturers and retailers; visit the site at phen375.com and see for yourself!

Is Unique Hoodia Really Unique?

In sales and marketing, it's a common practice to draw potential buyers' attention to products by adding a word to the product's name and/or slogan that is eye-catching and that stimulates further interest in the product. Hoodia, per se, certainly isn't a unique substance; it's a cactus that African bushmen have used for at least three centuries to suppress their appetite on long walking trips. Today, hoodia is available in a wide variety of formulas and through hoards of manufacturers. So what's unique about Unique Hoodia - a specific brand name? These things:

It has the highest content of hoodia gordonii of any similar product on the market.
Supplied in boxes of 90 tablets, this is more than other hoodia products.

The cactus is always fresh; never concentrated or dried when it comes to the manufacturer for processing. (Yes, it's bought and sold under fair trade regulations)
It has a six-month guarantee that you will lose weight using the product.
Not bad! If you like hoodia, this is a great product for you. But before you buy, consider this fact as well: there are NO definitive scientific studies to actually prove that hoodia is effective as a weight loss supplement. Yes, there is much anecdotal - word of mouth - testimony by hoodia users that it works. Yet its safe to say that representatives of the manufacaturers of hoodia products tramp around in the African deserts to interview bushmen about what cactus, if any, they chew on long trips. In fairness, most traditional homeopathic and home remedies that really do work are passed on from verbal accounts. But many are mere superstitions and folklore. Mental health experts might explain that like the superstition of putting a knife under the bed of a woman in labor to cut the pain, hoodia works because users want and expect it to work. The mind has a powerful effect upon the body.
For factual, documented effectiveness, Phen375 is clearly the better choice when it comes to selecting a weight loss supplement. Instead of relying on anecdotal evidence, Phen375 is made from all-natural pharmaceutical-grade ingredients in FDA approved laboratories. It has a very well-studied mechanism of action within the body of suppressing appetite, increasing metabolism and fat-burning abilities, and increasing energy levels. It has only a 45-day guarantee because that's all a typical dieter needs to meet their weight loss goals with Phen375. If you are very overweight to the point of obesity and need a diet program lasting up to six months or more, you really need to see your physician!

With Phen375's proven clinical effectiveness, it is a product you can rely upon within the vast wastelands of non-prescription weight loss supplements crammed into sales and on countless Internet sites. No need to wade through hundreds of "might be" effective products when Phen375 really IS effective!