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Wednesday, 17 July 2019

Types of Whey Protein and Why It's Good for Weight Loss

Have you ever looked up the dictionary definition of the word “nutrition?” No worries, we did it for you.

nu·tri·tion

n(y)o͞oˈtriSH(ə)n/

noun

1. the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

What does this “process” look like for a lot of Canadians? Heading to a drive-thru? Unwrapping a candy bar? Guzzling a soda (don’t worry, it’s diet)? The ways in which we’ve chosen to nourish ourselves have gone far beyond what is “necessary for health and growth,” and veered into the territory of “what tastes the best and is convenient...and maybe has caffeine since I’m dragging.”

Maybe that’s why so many Canadians—and, well, people in general—are overweight. Unhealthy habits have been on the rise for the past few decades, so much so that nearly 30% of the world’s population is considered overweight.1

Look, we get it. Sometimes there’s just so much going on—from your career to your housework, to your family time, to your “me” time—that the extra steps it would take to really nourish your body with real, whole foods just aren’t realistic. And packaged food is everywhere: it’s convenient, it’s cheap, and it’s tasty...because it’s packed with sugar, salt, and fat.

If you’re really committed to high nutrition standards (applause!) then you might have tried other ways of making your nourishment more convenient, specifically protein bars and/or shakes. But if you read the ingredients, you’ll realize that many of these products are actually flawed themselves. They might be missing key nutrients. They might have a high sugar content. They might contain artificial colours and synthetic sweeteners. Oh, and then there’s the fact that they taste like blended chalk, and are about as satisfying.

All of that is the bad news. The good news is that there’s a better whey. No, that’s not a typo (though it is a pun). Whey is a protein source that is getting a lot of buzz in the health world, and for good reason. As a product that is high in protein but low in fat, Whey can be an important tool for helping people reach their health and fitness goals. Let’s take a closer look at some of Whey’s most impressive benefits, along with a great source of whey you’ll have to taste to believe.

What Whey can help with

We’ve all got health, happiness, and fitness goals that we’d love to achieve. That’s why we should all be best friends with whey. Here are just some things Whey can help with.

Losing weight. (We would say losing whey-t, but there are already enough whey jokes in this article, don’t you think?) So here’s the deal.

Whey protein may be especially effective for weight loss^ because it’s considered a lean protein: that is, its protein content is high while its fat content is low. So you can consume a good amount of whey protein without also consuming a lot of fat.2

All of that to say, if you’re looking to drop a few pounds, adding protein to your diet is a great way to do it, and Whey might be the best option for keeping fat intake low.

Decreasing appetite. Whey protein also does a good job of helping you feel full,3 so you eat less. This is another reason why Whey can help with weight loss^, so if overeating has been your downfall, whey just might be your answer. Additionally, whey actually helps you feel full more quickly than other types of protein do, so whey, specifically, is a good option for improving satiety.4

Supporting muscle. Ready to get really pumped about whey? Well, not only does Whey have all those great weight loss^ benefits mentioned above, but it can also help you maintain muscle.

Of course, just upping your whey intake alone isn’t enough to support muscle, but when combined with resistance training, whey protein can help muscle better than weight lifting alone.5

Why is that? Well, the amino acids in whey protein are important for muscle support. Among these is leucine, a branched-chain amino acid that stimulates protein synthesis and helps support muscle.6

And because of whey’s low-fat content, you can maintain that muscle without packing on the pounds. It’s for anyone that wants to improve their body fat percentage.

Achieving well-balanced nutrition. Protein is one of the building blocks of good nutrition. In fact, for your average 2,000 calorie diet of a sedentary person, the recommended daily amount of protein is 40-60 g. (For reference, a cup of diced chicken breast has a little over 40 g of protein, and a cup of tofu has about 20 g.) Of course, this need can vary widely based on your age, weight, lifestyle, and health and fitness goals.

Whey protein is a particularly effective source of protein because it contains all the essential amino acids the body needs, along with muscle-supporting amino acids like leucine (see above).7 So if you’re looking to up your protein intake, whey is one of your best options.

The best way to whey

Looking for any meal replacement can get really complicated, and can involve a lot of trial and error (remember the liquid chalk?). Well, at Plexus®, we’re all about taking complicated out of the equation and giving you better ways to find health and happiness. And that’s why we’re so excited about Plexus LeanTM Whey.

Lean Whey takes everything we’ve always loved about meal replacement options—the convenience and the benefits—and takes it all to the next level. Alongside our delicious Chocolate Mocha Vegetarian Lean option, Lean Whey is the answer to tasty, convenient, clean nutrition.

Plexus Lean Whey contains 15 g of rBGH-free whey protein, giving you all the great benefits of whey protein we’ve already discussed. But Lean Whey gives you a lot more-24 forms of vitamins and minerals, including methylated folate (5-MTHF). In other words, where other meal replacements leave nutritional gaps, Lean Whey fills them all in.

It also fills you up! Not only does the whey protein do its job in helping you feel satisfied, but Lean Whey also contains fiber, which helps you feel full, even though you’re consuming fewer calories. With only 2.8 g of added sugar, Lean Whey gives you satisfying nutrition while helping you lose weight.^

You might try Lean Whey for the nutritional benefit, but you’ll keep coming back to it for the taste. It’s available in two incredible flavours—Milk Chocolate and Creamy Vanilla—that seriously channel their inner dessert. No grit allowed.

Let’s review: nutrition, weight loss^, a satisfying serving, convenience, and a delicious taste. Oh, and all the great benefits of whey protein. We’re pretty sure this is the best meal replacement or healthy snack out there. Just sayin’.

Now that you know your way around whey, the only thing left is to try it for yourself. Try out Lean Whey and discover real nutrition, real benefits, real health, and real happiness. And if you’re ready to think outside the shake, we’ve got a lot of different, delicious recipes that use Lean to add a little protein boost to your day. You know what they say: there’s more than one way to whey—so check out our InThePink411 Blog Healthy Recipies page for delicious, unconventional recipes that will take the power of protein beyond the shaker.

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Disclaimers:

^As part of an energy-reduced diet

Thursday, 11 July 2019

6 Ways to Lose Weight With a Slow Metabolism

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight (guilty), ever attended a biology class (#nerdsrule), or ever Googled “how long do I have to jog to burn off seven donuts?” (don’t ask), then you’ve probably heard the word “metabolism” before.

But how much do you really know about your metabolism? Do you know what it actually is, where it is, and how it works? And even more important: do you know how to make it work for you? While you may not be able to get your metabolism to a point where it can make your donut binge disappear overnight, there are actually a few things you can do to rev up your metabolism, which could help with problems weight maintenance.

But, we’re getting ahead of ourselves. First, let’s take a step back and nail down some of the basics of the metabolism. Don’t worry, it won’t take as long as biology class.

Metabolism crash course: what, where, when, and why.

Before we can start to manipulate the metabolism, we need to understand it. Here’s the lowdown:

What: Your metabolism isn’t actually a “thing” inside your body; rather, it’s a process that happens inside your body. Basically, it’s the process by which your body converts food and drink into energy that your body can use.1

Extra credit: Ever heard of your glucose metabolism? This refers to the way your body converts certain sugars (specifically glucose) into energy.

Where: Metabolism is happening inside every cell in your body. Some parts of your body require more energy to run than others, but everything requires some amount of energy.2

When: Metabolism sustains life. That means that it’s running all the time, even when you’re resting. In fact, the rate at which your metabolism runs while you’re resting—aka your “basal metabolic rate—” accounts for anywhere from 60-80 percent of your daily energy burn.3

Why: Because we’re guessing you want your heart to keep pumping. Every organ in your body needs your metabolism in order to function properly. Your metabolism is responsible for everything from breathing to regulating hormones.4 It’s why your body doesn’t shut down while you sleep, or even while you’re watching reality TV.

Not all metabolisms are created equal.

Although all bodies need a working metabolism to stay alive, not everyone’s metabolism works in the same way or at the same rate. Your basal metabolic rate—the energy your body expends even while resting—is dependent on several factors, including:

Age: Your driving speed isn’t the only thing that slows down as you get older. Your metabolism does, too. One theory suggests that because muscle mass decreases as we age, and muscles require more energy to function, the metabolism doesn’t have to work as hard to keep everything running smoothly.5
Gender: Sorry ladies, but the average woman’s basal metabolic rate is likely to be noticeably lower than the average man’s.6
Body size: Generally speaking, a larger body will have a slower metabolic rate than a smaller body. The underlying reason behind this is still unknown.7

While you may not have control over any of the above factors, there are some things you do have control over that might affect your metabolism. Like most things in the health world, they can basically be boiled down to two things: diet and exercise.

Diet: Quantity and quality are important when it comes to diet and your metabolism. If you consume too many calories, your resting metabolism won’t be able to burn them off, and if you don’t work them off in another way (see: exercise) they could be stored as fat. But eating right is just as important as eating the right amounts. Some types of foods, like proteins and whole grains, require more work to convert to energy, so your metabolism has to work harder, effectively burning more calories. Junk foods, on the other hand, are digested more easily, so your metabolism doesn’t have to work as hard to process them. Ultimately, this leads to a lower amount of burned calories.8
Exercise: Muscle cells are one of the most demanding sources of energy in your body. In other words, working your muscles will require your metabolism to work a little harder to keep up. Exercise is considered one of the best ways to give your metabolism an extra kick.9

A long-term focus on diet and exercise is going to be your best bet when it comes to keeping your metabolism active. That said, it never hurts to have a few tricks up your sleeve for giving your metabolism a little extra boost.

6 additional ways to boost your metabolism

Green tea. It’s not easy being green, but it sure is healthy. When it comes to healthy drinks, green tea maintains a place of honor. It contains polyphenols and antioxidants, both of which have their own impressive set of health benefits. But when it comes to the metabolism, green tea’s caffeine and catechins really shine.10Caffeine, everyone’s favorite wake up call, is known for energizing the metabolism as well,11 and because of the L-theanine in green tea, green tea’s caffeine content doesn’t leave you feeling jittery like other caffeinated drinks do.12Catechins are a type of antioxidant that occur naturally in green tea (more so than in any other drink), and they’re the real metabolism-boosting powerhouse of this tea. They increase the body’s ability to burn fat and expend energy, both important functions of the metabolism. In this way, catechins are often linked not only to metabolic health, but also to weight loss.13(By the way, if green isn’t your color, we happen to know of a certain pink drink that contains ingredients that also support weight loss and a healthy glucose metabolism. Just sayin’.)*
Stay hydrated. Keeping yourself hydrated is a good idea for many (many) reasons, like maintaining digestive health, heart health, joint health, overall energy, and skin health and appearance. As if you needed another reason to down more H2O, staying hydrated is also associated with increased lipolysis (a fancy word for “fat breakdown”) and weight loss.14The flip side of this is also true: if you’re dehydrated, your metabolism is probably slowing down. One study found that if you lost a certain percentage of your body’s water weight (most likely due to sweat), your metabolic rate would also decline.15We know, we know. You’ve had the “drink more water” message drilled into you before. But if you’re still struggling to drink enough, here are some quick tips:

Keep a bottle of water with you at all times.
Set timers throughout the day to remind you to drink up.
If you take medication or vitamins, drink a full glass of water with them.
Drink eight ounces before and after every meal.
Pair drinking a glass of water with another common activity, like opening the refrigerator or using the bathroom.

Yerba Mate. Yerba Mate is actually a plant, but the tea made from that plant is often also referred to as Yerba Mate. It’s a common drink in certain parts of South America, but its popularity is expanding as more and more people discover its health benefits.Yerba Mate naturally contains caffeine, which, as we’ve already discussed, can boost your metabolism. And, similar to green tea, Yerba Mate doesn’t cause the energy spikes and crashes that coffee often does. Plus, it contains several different essential nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and E, calcium, iron, potassium, zinc, and more.
Because of its effect on the metabolism, Yerba Mate may possibly be linked to weight management.16 Some people are wary of consuming excessive amounts of Yerba Mate, because of the caffeine content and because it’s largely unresearched. But if you’re looking for a healthy alternative to coffee, this might be just the ticket, mate.

Capsaicin. If you’re ready to turn up the heat on your metabolism, you’re going to want to make sure capsaicin is part of your plan. Capsaicin (pronounced cap-say-sin, you’re welcome) is the compound in peppers that give them their heat. Long thought to have pain-relieving properties, capsaicin has an immediate burning effect on anything it comes in contact with17 (which, by the way, is why you should wear food-safe gloves when cooking with spicy peppers. Just trust us.).Capsaicin also has an interesting effect on your metabolism. Known as a “thermogenic” chemical, it may temporarily raise your metabolic rate. One reason for this is the heat itself. Eating spicy food can cause your body temperature to rise, which then automatically puts your body to work cooling itself down. This requires energy—thus, a boost in metabolism.18
In addition to its impact on the metabolism, capsaicin may help you lose weight by suppressing your appetite and/or creating feelings of fullness.19 In other words, if you can handle the heat, it might keep you out of the kitchen.

Accelerator+. If you’re finding it hard to get your daily dose of healthy teas, water, and spicy peppers, you can consider adding a supplement to your routine. Plexus Accelerator+TM contains Yerba Mate and caffeine from green tea, so you’re getting a two-for-one deal on your metabolic boost. Adding this to your healthy diet and regular exercise will help increase your body’s metabolic rate and help your body burn fat more efficiently. It’s fast, it’s simple, and it just might make all the difference in managing your weight.*Want one more way to rev up your metabolism? Say “pretty please!”
Okay, since you asked so nicely…

(BONUS!) 6. MetaBurnTM. This one is too good to keep to ourselves. This is a revolutionary fat-burning product that zeroes in on your body’s most stubborn fat—you know, the kind that hangs around on your belly, hips, and thighs. Its unique blend of exotic botanicals and extracts work to help keep your metabolism in high gear, helping you lose fat, weight, and/or inches. Plus, MetaBurn includes ingredients that are specifically there to help support mood and even give you a little energy boost, so losing weight^ doesn’t have to make you feel cranky and sluggish anymore. It’s a convenient, healthy way to keep your metabolism doing its job, so you can get the weight loss^ results you’ve been waiting for.*

Revving up your metabolism will only be one piece of your weight management puzzle, but taking these steps to give your metabolism a boost might be a great start. Try these little changes, keep living healthy, and get ready to feel the burn.

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Disclaimers:

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

^When combined with a reduced calorie weight loss diet plan.

Friday, 16 November 2018

Help Weight Loss One Pinch, Dash, or Sprinkle at a Time

Eating healthy and nutritious foods is always a good idea, but it is not always a delicious idea. Ask anyone who’s been on a diet, and they’ll tell you that they ended up eating many of the same foods over and over (and over again). As much as we love chicken and steamed vegetables, you can only eat those so many days in a row before your mind and your stomach starts to wonder if there’s a better option out there (maybe at that burger place down the street, for example).

Before you go cheating on your chicken, think about this: adding variety to your meal plan doesn’t have to mean coming up with crazy new concoctions every night. In fact, it can be as simple as changing up the herbs and spices in some of your favourite healthy meals. Getting creative with your flavour profiles can add some much-needed variety to your diet, so you won’t have to satisfy your cravings with processed foods and drive-thrus.

We found nine delicious herbs and spices that won’t only add a little kick to bland foods, but will also help you in your weight loss efforts. Get ready to add a little spice to your life (or at least your diet).

1. Cayenne pepper. Cayenne pepper is a classic option for adding a little (or a big) kick to a variety of dishes. Different types of cuisine, from Mexican to Thai, all utilize cayenne pepper for its heat value and delicious flavour. But cayenne pepper will burn more than just the roof of your mouth—it can help you burn calories, too!

Cayenne pepper’s weight loss benefits are mainly a result of capsaicin, an ingredient found in several types of peppers. Capsaicin is thought to help speed up your metabolism and decrease your appetite, both of which can play a role in helping you lose weight. Additionally, the spice factor in cayenne pepper causes your body temperature to rise, so your body has to work to cool itself down, resulting in calorie burn. Of course, if your body gets accustomed to all that heat because you eat too much spicy food, then the weight loss benefit will probably decrease.1

As we mentioned above, cayenne is a pretty flexible spice. People get their doses of cayenne in a variety of ways, from adding it to their favourite sauces to mixing it in their drinking water (yes, really). You can get creative by adding it to your meat marinades or rubs, or, if you have a hard time with the heat, you can even mix a small amount of powdered cayenne into a flavourful smoothie.

Here are two of our favourite recipes that you could easily add cayenne to:
Tangy Buffalo Burgers with Pickles and Slaw
Cabbage Roll Chicken Enchiladas

2. Ginseng. Ginseng is an ingredient that is popular in many Asian dishes. It has a somewhat bitter, earthy taste, but that means that it can add an interesting depth of flavour to different dishes.

Ginseng has been used medicinally for a variety of reasons, but we’ll focus on its weight loss benefits in particular. While ginseng for weight loss is still a topic of study and research, ginseng may affect the way your body absorbs and forms fat,2 meaning it could have a real impact on your weight. Some people also say that ginseng curbs their appetite,3 helping them eat less.

Ginseng is sometimes considered an acquired taste, but it is fairly easy to add it to your diet. Ginseng tea can be made from fresh ginseng (though the taste might be too bitter for some), and with many varieties of ginseng powder available, you can add a little ginseng zing to just about anything. Try adding it to your favourite Asian dishes: start small as you get accustomed to the taste!

Ginseng would also make a good addition to these recipes:
Vietnamese Tofu Veggie Rolls
Miso and Tahini Baked Eggplant

3. Oregano. While this popular herb is actually part of the mint family, you probably won’t see it paired with chocolate any time soon. Oregano is a very common spice used in many different cuisines (notably Italian and Mediterranean). Not only is it fragrant and delicious, but it also has several health benefits, including weight loss.

Oregano contains a compound called carvacrol, which has been studied for its properties as a weight loss aid.4 One such study suggested that it may actually suppress fat formation in the body.5

While oregano might not do much for your weight loss efforts if it’s included in a carb-heavy pasta dish, it’s a great way to add some strong flavours to meats and dressings. We have a few healthy-friendly recipes that could benefit from a dash of oregano.

Quinoa Pasta
Pizza Bake
Grilled Steak Caesar Salad
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

4. Ginger. This one might not surprise you, as ginger has been a popular health food ingredient for years. Many people tout the benefits of ginger tea, for example, for its ability to help you shed the pounds.

But what is it about this lumpy root that makes it so great for losing weight? Similar to capsaicin, ginger can help rev up the calorie burn and calm down your appetite. And since it also contains antioxidants, it’s really just a healthy choice all around.6

Ginger has a very distinct flavour, with a little spice and a lot of fragrance. It’s one of those things that can take a dish to the next level, if it’s used right. We’ve got a few suggestions for adding this incredible ingredient to your weekly meal plan.

Roasted Vegetable Salad (add grated ginger to dressing)
Zesty Lemon Chicken Salad

5. Cinnamon. It’s the darling of the dessert world, but cinnamon might be healthier than you would think.

Cinnamaldehyde, which gives cinnamon that familiar, sweetly spicy kick we all know and love, can help encourage cells to metabolize fat, rather than store it.7 What’s more, cinnamon may help create feelings of fullness,8 so you don’t eat as often (or as much). Of course, these benefits could be easily negated by all the sugar that usually accompanies cinnamon, so use it with caution.

One of the best things about cinnamon is its widespread popularity and incredible versatility. You probably have some in your kitchen cupboard right now, and it’s an easy and delicious addition to many drinks (coffee, tea, or even milk), smoothies, oatmeal, fruits, and more. It can even be used to add an interesting depth to savoury dishes (it pairs especially well with sweet potatoes). One way it shouldn’t be eaten? Alone. Eating a spoonful of cinnamon will have irritating or even downright painful effects. Stick with cinnamon-spiced recipes, and you’ll be fine. Speaking of, here are some great, healthy recipes that could be made even better with a little cinnamon.

Homemade Yogurt Parfaits
Vegan Overnight Oats
Mocha-Haze Protein Balls

6. Black pepper. While table salt doesn’t make the cut for our list (hey, sodium), its partner in crime, black pepper, does.

Piperine is the part of black pepper that makes us sneeze, but as it turns out, its useful for more than just clearing out your sinuses. Piperine may change or inhibit the way your body produces fat, setting off a “chain reaction” that ultimately results in, well, less fat.9Piperine may also be added to the many metabolism boosters on this list, furthering its potential as a weight loss aid.10

Even more so than cinnamon, black pepper is a kitchen staple. Don’t be afraid to use a heavier hand with the pepper mill when you want to add a little kick to your meals. It’s a great finishing touch to almost any savoury dish! Here are a couple worth trying.

Broccoli Melt
Sauerkraut and Polish Sausage

7. Cumin. With a very distinct, slightly smoky flavour, cumin is responsible for ramping up our taste buds in many dishes, particularly in Mexican food.

Cumin’s power actually lies in its ability to magnify weight loss efforts. One study showed that participants lost about 50% more weight when adding cumin to their already healthy diet.11 This might be because of the heat factor in cumin, which may get your metabolism working a little harder. Whatever the reason, cumin just might be an easy way to add a little oomph to your meals—and to your diet.

Cumin is very common in Mexican food recipes, but it can lend its flavour to many other dishes as well. We’ve got a few favourite healthy recipes that include this delicious spice.

Quinoa Chicken Burrito Bowls
Gluten-Free Chicken Fajitas

8. Cardamom. Possibly the “dark horse” of this list, cardamom has various medicinal uses, as well as culinary ones. It’s also used for its fragrance, which is a little woody and spicy. In cooking, however, it’s a popular choice for adding flavour to meats (especially chicken), rice, soups, and more.

As a natural diuretic, cardamom is sometimes used to reduce bloating and water retention, helping you lose weight. It also might be effective in boosting your metabolism so your body burns fat more efficiently.12

While the following healthy recipes don’t call for cardamom, the spice would be a welcome flavour to either one. You can also try using it as a simple spice for rice or roasted vegetables.

Ground Chicken Sloppy Joe
Chicken with Mustard Greens, Quinoa, and Oranges

9. Garlic. It may not do much for your love life, but garlic might help you as you’re trying to drop some pounds.

We know that when your body’s temperature rises, it has to work hard to cool itself down, thus resulting in calorie burn. Well, garlic has that effect on the body, meaning it could contribute to your weight loss efforts.

Chances are, you already use garlic pretty often in your cooking. We’ve got a couple healthier recipes that use garlic, too! Try them out.13

Turkey Chili
Bacon Leek Black Bean Soup

Eating healthfully doesn’t have to be boring or bland, and by spicing things up, you just might boost your weight loss efforts even more! Add these healthy recipes to your meal rotation, and see just how flavourful losing weight can be.

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Tuesday, 18 April 2017

7 REASONS YOU CANNOT LOSE WEIGHT! SPOILER

It is not just about diet and exercise! The top 7 reasons and the Plexus products that can help you!

1) #SLEEP - If you are not sleeping you will not lose weight. (Probio5 and MegaX)

2) #DIGESTION - constipation, bloating, feeling full all the time, a swollen stomach. ( Probio5 and Biocleanse)

3) #ENERGY LEVEL- thyroid and iron anemia (X-Factor and Slim)

4) #MENSTRUALCYCLE - if it is off you will have a hard time losing weight because estrogen makes fat. If there is excess estrogen it interferes with the thyroid and increases fat production. (Slim and Biocleanse)

5) #CRAVINGS - one way to know you are burning fat is that you will crave NOTHING. If you crave sweets it means your body only burns sugar and not FAT. (Slim/probio5 and Accelerator+)

6) #Inflammation- means the adrenals are not strong enough. It sucks the energy from the body and slows metabolism. (Mega X, EASE and NERVE)

7) #STRESS - if the body is stuck in stress mode and it cannot relax the adrenals are overloaded and you have too much body stress. (X Factor, Slim and BioCleanse)

Thursday, 9 February 2017

The Surprising Reason You Can't Lose Weight (That No One Is Talking About)

What if I told you that your body has toxins and bacteria that build up over time as a result of prescription medications, antibiotic use, over the counter meds and bad food/drink choices. That these bacteria and toxins FEED off of sugars and carbs and make you feel tired and sluggish. So even if you do lose weight with some extreme measures by restricting your calories, more than likely you’ll gain it back again because you’re still craving starchy and sugar-laden foods just like before!! WHY IS THAT???

It’s a gut issue!!! It’s an overgrowth of yeast and bacteria that is literally demanding that you continue to feed it!! It’s also the reason why my belief in Plexus is so strong--finally a wellness theory based on science, not a moral issue of willpower or deprivation.

What if I could help you?? What if focusing on your GUT HEALTH and fixing the issue, instead of temporarily covering it up, got you to being healthier and happier?? Let’s talk about it and turn that “what if” into “look what we are doing”

You are sooo worth it!!

Wednesday, 21 December 2016

Why You Should Start Your Weight Loss Resolution Now

New Year’s has long been the traditional time for making health- and fitness-related lifestyle changes. But, what if you started making those choices before the holidays?
A study recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine1 showed that most of us are at our healthiest—and leanest—before the holidays. If you get started now, by the time New Year’s rolls around, you’ll be way ahead of the game—instead of trying to make up for weight gain during the holidays.

Resolutions can bust stress

Beating the scale, or your personal best in the weight room or at the track, isn’t the only reason to start your healthy resolutions now. The healthy habits you start now might just be the glue that helps you hold it together during the holidays. (Even if this is your favorite time of the year, and you really do love dealing with Uncle Bob, the upheaval is still stressful.)
The best healthy habits are the ones you keep long-term. Or, that you look forward to. Your holiday self-care plans don’t have to be big and spectacular and should include flexibility to accommodate for the changes of the season.
Taking a brisk walk around the block to visit with relatives as they arrive is a great way to stay healthy, keep your stress levels down, and get in some quality family time. What about challenging everybody to a fun game of paintball (how’s that for a way to blow off holiday stress), a 5k race (Turkey Trot anyone?), or bumper cars: home team vs. visiting relatives?

Build momentum

If you struggling with your weight, you’re probably worried about packing on extra pounds during the holidays. Instead of stressing about your weight, along with all the additional stress the season naturally brings, set yourself up for success by building healthy habits now—this way they’ll be locked in by the holidays.
Enter Plexus TriPlex™.
Plexus Slim®, BioCleanse, and ProBio 5 combine to optimize your health where it counts, in your gut. And, TriPlex helps with weight loss too. In a large scale, independent clinical study, TriPlex was shown to help participants lose weight safely.* TriPlex now and you’ll be on your way come Jan. 1.
What happens if you slip up?
It happens to everybody. Because you’ve started so far in advance, it’ll be easier to get back on track. Those who haven’t established healthy habits heading into the holiday season run the risk of slip-ups becoming a habit themselves.

Explore other resolutions

Weight loss isn’t the only New Year’s resolution you can carry into your pre-holiday resolutions. If you’ve ever dreamed of resolving to do good for others, the holidays truly are the perfect time to get started—especially if you have kids. What better lesson in “sharing is caring” could you offer than volunteering to help out in a soup kitchen or gathering care packages for a local homeless shelter?

Now’s the time to be the best you

It’s cliché to say you’ll never be younger than you are in this moment, but it’s true. The minute you start thinking of life in those terms, it makes it a little easier to carpe your diem—seize the moment and be the best you possible every day. We think that’s what should be at the heart of every healthy resolution.
Resolutions shouldn’t be about redeeming yourself from the perceived sins of a holiday season past. They should focus on the wonderful qualities and abilities you want to highlight in yourself, or that you may be nurturing for the first time.
There’s no reason to wait, and every reason to get started right now.

References
¹ http://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMc1602012

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Wednesday, 17 July 2019

Types of Whey Protein and Why It's Good for Weight Loss

Thursday, 11 July 2019

6 Ways to Lose Weight With a Slow Metabolism

Friday, 16 November 2018

Help Weight Loss One Pinch, Dash, or Sprinkle at a Time

Tuesday, 18 April 2017

7 REASONS YOU CANNOT LOSE WEIGHT! *SPOILER*

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7 REASONS YOU CANNOT LOSE WEIGHT! SPOILER