Here are some important commandments when it comes to losing weight and looking great:

LOSING WEIGHT #1) Focus on a Total Transformation, Not just on Dieting!

Remind yourself that this is not a short-term fix! You are modifying your behavior, and making personal changes for the long-term. You already know that in order to lose weight effectively, there is going to be a calorie deficit. So instead of focusing solely on this, (which in and of itself is going to promote anxiety) think bigger, and visualize what amazing changes both internally and externally can, and will happen with the power of determination.

LOSING WEIGHT #2) Never let Boredom set in!

When you limit yourself to specific food choices, instead of broadening your horizons with new colors of various fruits and vegetables you are more likely to binge later on!

LOSING WEIGHT #3) Get ORGANIZED people!

Write it down, type it, or email it! It doesn’t matter what you do, or how you do it, you need to create structure in your life! When you have control over your daily tasks and behaviors you will have better control over your eating patterns.

LOSING WEIGHT #4) Think “Eat for Fuel”, Not for Flavor!

Keeping this concept in mind will allow you to gain control over your meals. When you look at food as nourishment for your body that is creating a powerhouse of energy and strength, you will be less inclined to reach for foods solely for the taste.

LOSING WEIGHT #5) Sloooow it Down!

Eating slower is an extremely simple way to decrease total calories in any given meal. However, this goes hand in hand with monitoring how many bites you take. Reason being is that you may struggle with slow eating if you don’t have a clear way to track it. So your best option is to not only slow your eating, but also at the same time monitor how many bites you take per meal. If this all seems like too much work, at the very least, try and focus  on how many bites you are taking in a minute and let yourself be the judge.

LOSING WEIGHT #6) Drink More H20!

A recent study published in the “Journal of the American Dietetic Association,” showed “people who drink water before meals eat an average of 75 fewer calories at that meal.” When you think of 75 fewer calories, chances are your not that impressed. However, totaling this up over the long term can make a tremendous impact on your weight over a 6 month period! Not only that, but the study also showed that an individual who is  dehydrated by just 1%, will see a significant halt in the functioning of their metabolism, which is a big issue in your weight loss success.

LOSING WEIGHT #7) Supplement with only High Quality Vitamins and Minerals!

Unfortunately while losing weight your body sometimes goes into a state of shock. The reason behind this is it simply doesn’t want to let any of its hard earned reserves go for fear of famine. Also, accumulated toxins in fat tissue start to seep their way out into the blood stream once fat metabolism begins. This usually leaves people feeling, tired, weak, irritable, and ill. Obviously not the best grounds for continued success. This is why supplementing with only QUALITY and BIOAVAILABLE vitamins and minerals like those seen in BodHD’s whole food, Multi DAILY, will ultimately ensure optimum nutrition for the prevention of those un pleasant symptoms, and assist in overall accelerated body detoxification. DAILY is like 4 Products in 1 with Vitamins, Chelated Minerals, Antioxidants and more than 17 Super Foods.

LOSING WEIGHT #8) Love thy Digestive System!

The center of not only how you look, feel, and behave begins in your digestive tract, which most people don’t even realize. WHY? The answer is simply “nutrient absorption.” When you are not digesting your foods appropriately, you are not ensuring proper absorption. This in turn leads to malnutrition and, in some cases, everything from weight gain, chronic inflammation, and disease, to general food allergy or intolerance. Not only that, but various chemicals like serotonin production, which is manufactured in the brain, is found in the digestive tract and blood platelets—amazingly 90% of our serotonin supply is in the digestive system. Having a fully nourished body right down to the cells, requires a healthy digestive tract with plenty of enzymes, bile, acids, and probiotics (to name a few) to perform the job. By supplementing with ONLY plant-based digestive enzymes and probiotics, such as those seen in BodHD’s BLD, you are optimizing nutrient absorbability and confirming that the healthy foods you eat are giving you the healthy nutrients you want to lose weight, reduce fat storage, and maintain total cellular nutrition.

LOSING WEIGHT #9) Exercise Everyday!

You had to have known that this one was coming! Exercise is an essential key for losing weight. The more active you are, the faster your body can flush out those debilitating toxins, and the quicker you will see results, along with defined triceps, defined stomach, and lifted bum.

LOSING WEIGHT #10)  REALLY Enjoy your Meals!

Celebrate your food choices, and take the time to enjoy it. Losing weight is all about self discovery, and behavior modification. When you really take the time to make a good, healthy meal, take that time and love every minute of it. Applaud yourself for thinking outside the “processed/packaged” box. You deserve it and your body will thank you.

Topic: Losing Weight

The main aging process is caused from the body’s internal accumulation of free radicals and chronic inflammation. This of course stems behind years of toxin build up, radiation, smoking, alcohol, and processed food consumption.

From the moment you rise in the morning to when you lay your head down to sleep your body is constantly in a state of attack.  The War between free radicals versus antioxidants and enzymes is a never-ending battle. Those evil free radicals damage everything in your body from your cells and cell membranes to DNA and tissues. The only way to prevent or defeat their constant attack is to have an “Amazing Army” of antioxidants. The nice thing is you can find antioxidants in thousands of foods, but when you think “Amazing Army” your best bet is to eat the foods with 1) the highest QUANTITY of antioxidants, and 2) the highest QUALITY.

Below is a list of antioxidant winners:

• Vitamin E – Slows Aging
• Vitamin C- Antioxidant
• Beta Carotene – Antioxidant
• Selenium – Antioxidant – helps Vitamin E perform
• Zinc – Immune booster

• Garlic
• Alpha Lipoic Acid
• Grapeseed extract
• Bilberry

These nutrients all have amazing fighting power against the damage caused by free radical accumulation. The nicest thing is that all of these nutrients can also be found in BodHD products. DAILY, RADIANT, and FUSION, all contain powerful, and high QUANTITY AND QUALITY forms of these crucial vitamins, minerals, and herbs.

You have the power to turn back time, and it starts with making wiser choices, and providing your own body with an what I like to think of as an “Amazing ANTI-AGING Army” that if given the right nutritional ammunition is simply undefeatable!

Self Accountability = Success

When starting any new weight loss plan, it’s always in your very best interest to devise a plan for yourself, and most importantly, educate yourself! You need to learn your own habits, become in tune with your likes and dislikes, your capabilities, and teach yourself personal tools and tricks that help you STICK TO IT!

Here are some great examples of just how to do that:

•  Purchase a Food Journal  -

Writing down your daily meals including: the time you eat, what you eat, portion size, and servings, is a sure fire way to truly hold yourself accountable because it’s written right in front of you. Sometimes people “THINK” they are eating way less than they actually are, which leads to stalled weight loss or even weight gain! Then you wonder what happened, why it happened, become frustrated, and give up entirely. This unfortunately is a vicious cycle. The Solution: JUST JOT IT DOWN! This takes maybe 5 minutes of your day, and  then you will always have the ability to access what happened, and of course how to fix it. This in turn leaves YOU in control, and maintains your motivation.

• Acknowledge your Weaknesses –

If you remind yourself that for example, sweets are your biggest downfall before you go into a restaurant or grocery store, you will be less likely to reach for it should it become within reaching distance.

(Say it out loud….. I                , acknowledge that                  is my weakness, and I’ll be just fine without it.)

•  Create both, Short-Term and Long=Term Goals -

Before starting a weight loss plan, most individuals focus solely on the short-term outcome like: “I want to fit into that dress”, or “I have to look smokin’ for that upcoming party”, or “it’s officially summer and I have to lose weight… like NOW!”

While these little short-term motivators can be useful in getting your act in gear, the odds that you’ll succeed long-term are unfortunately limited without a plan of action. BodHD’s QuickFX Program, which gives you a healthy way to lose up to 10 Pounds in 10 Days, provides a great short-term program, and when you combine that with BodHD’s SUPERFX System, which provides you with the nutritional products and lifestyle changes to help you reach your long-term goals of keeping the weight off for life.

Try and look at your short-term goals, but also the bigger picture. Think of losing weight, not just as a quick solution, but also as a permanent achievement. For example: “ This program is going to make me not only look better, but I’m going to feel better.” “This program is going to enhance my ability to finish my 10k run faster.” “This program is going to reduce my risk of developing a family inherited disease.”

• Use CAUTION & SMARTS before entering the Big 2 -

1)   Happy Hour

2)   Movie Night

- Happy Hour – Between all the alcohol and greasy foods, you can EASILY pack away over 1,500 calories. That’s ½ a pound of FAT! Alcohol is notorious for increasing appetite and causing you to make unhealthy food choices. Solution – Stick to a certain number of drinks, and keep them light! Drinks such as Light Beers, or Skinny Cocktails can have almost ½ the calories as their regular counterparts, so keep that in mind when placing your order.

- Movie Night – This event can be painful at times especially with all the delicious smells of popcorn, and butter floating through the air. (Not to mention the guy in the seat next to you who cant stop munching)! Solution – The best way out of this is to bring your own snacks (Just keep them hidden). This way you will never feel deprived, or left out, and can reap the benefits of knowing you still get something to munch on, and it’s not going to sabotage your hard earned efforts!!

Nearly 200 BodHD Associates got FIRED UP the weekend of April 20-21, 2012 in Scottsdale, AZ as part of BodHD’s 212 Degree Official Launch. From the very first presentation to the very last, event attendees were presented with the hottest speakers and announcements in the industry in one powerful and fun-filled weekend.  Here are ALL the HOT HIGHLIGHTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PHOTOS TO PROVE IT:

The MAC Daddy of all Car Programs Unveiled

Mercedes, Audi, or Cadillac—it’s your choice when it comes to BodHD’s newly released, industry-defining “Drive Your Life into HD” Car Program.  But choice isn’t the only thing that makes BodHD’s Car Program the hottest one in the industry.  It also has one of the LOWEST qualifying requirements. How’s that for High Definition! Here’s how it works:
Achieve 10,000 GV (Director Rank) for two consecutive months = $600 per month car lease or purchase payment for a new Mercedes, Audi, or Cadillac. The new car owner has to show BodHD proof of Purchase/Lease or Payment Stub to receive the monthly payment. The car must be BodHD black, however, It can be any model of the 3 brands listed.
If a car is not your style, that’s okay because you can opt for a $400 lifestyle bonus per month instead. You can apply that to vacation, college tuition, or whatever you wish!

When it comes to caring for her patients, providing health education to the masses and building a thriving BodHD business, Naturopath Practitioner and BodHD 2 Star Director, Dr. Gail Kopin, is a natural. After only 5 months with BodHD, she won a fabulous trip to Las Vegas, earned cash bonuses, and has consistently been one of the company’s Top Sponsoring Stars.

BODHD: Give us a little background on yourself prior to joining BodHD and how did you hear about BodHD?

DR. KOPIN: I am a registered Naturopath Practitioner through the Registry of Naturopathic Practioners. I am also a board certified Naturopathic Alternative Practitioner through the Alternative Medical Association, and a member of the American Naturopathic Medical Association. In addition, I am on Congressman Paul Ryan’s health care advisory board, and I am also a licensed Dental Hygienist and a Board Certified Orofacial Mycologist. As a Naturopathic Practitioner, my Alternative Health practice and delivery model is designed to provide affordable prevention and wellness care plans to all and to educate the consumer, business and community, and is a made up of wellness practitioners, doctors, coaches and educators. My own severe health issues have shaped my approach to providing overall well-being solutions, and ultimately is the reason I became a Naturopath. In my thirties, I was diagnosed with unexplained MS symptoms, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, cancer, depressed immunity, heart problems, poor memory, fevers, chronic sore throats, herpes simplex, Epstein-Barr and allergies. While conventional medicine provided diagnosis and pharmaceutical treatment, I remained ill. After consulting with a holistic physician, and chiropractor, I found out I was exposed to heavy metal toxins in a past work environment. Through natural care and alternative treatments, I was able to resolve all my health issues and continue to live a healthy, vibrant life today helping others as a Naturopathic Practitioner. When I heard about BodHD and tried the Products, I knew I had found the perfect nutritional match for my health practice and patients.

BODHD: Why did you decide to join BodHD?

DR. KOPIN: BodHD is different from any other company I have ever seen. It is a team of like-minded people, who have the same values that I have when it comes to health and wellness. I consider myself an innovator and BodHD’s approach to every aspect of its Product and Business is innovative. That’s attractive to me because as a health professional I can plug right in and start providing my patients with products, education and the ability to not only change their physical well-being, but their financial well-being as well.  Being part of BodHD will enable me to expand my Alternative Health practice nationally and, eventually, internationally as BodHD grows!  Having a health and wellness business partner like BodHD is a win-win for me as a business owner, wellness doctor, and an innovator!

BODHD: You’ve been extremely successful in BodHD in a very short time. To what do
you attribute your early success?

Dr. KOPIN: I’ve spent my whole life working and have been very successful. What’s amazing to me is how, in such a short time, I have received more rewards and money from BodHD than any other endeavor for simply doing what I love to do, which is help people. One month after starting BodHD, I was on a plane with my husband to Las Vegas compliments of the company. To say I am impressed is just not enough. I think my success is a result of the outstanding leadership in BodHD.  For anyone with a burning desire, like I have, to be successful we have tremendous coaching and systems that work. The leadership at BodHD leads by example and it’s inspiring to be around positive, great people who value innovation, freedom and opportunity. The culture at BodHD is everyone helps everyone – One Team, One Dream. All I can say is the HD Wellness Revolution is just beginning and I, along with everyone else at BodHD, plan to be part of the momentum!

BODHD: What has been your experience with the BodHD Products?

DR. KOPIN: My experience with BodHD’s Products has been perfect!  BodHD offers Products that are not only innovative with its use of Whole Foods, Super Foods and Enzyme/Probiotics, but are highly effective and affordable! I’ve used and tried a lot of Products, and in my professional opinion BodHD has the best of the best. I also love the fact that BodHD provides a ton of Product education on its website, especially all the health-related articles posted weekly in the Health News section.

BODHD: BodHD is about living a High Definition life. What does that mean for you and how is BodHD helping you achieve it?

DR. KOPIN: For me a High Definition life starts with achieving better health for myself and my patients. But it’s more than that. It’s also about finding a way to do all of that and create more time freedom, and a residual revenue source! Life for me as a health professional has never been easy, one obstacle after another for 30 years.  Don’t get me wrong, I love what I do, but I would like to have enough security and income, to just slow down a bit over the next  5 – 10 years.  I really want to spend time with the people that I value and live without debt. I see my High Definition life being one where I can purchase a simple cozy home in the country by a lake, go on at least one amazing vacation per year,  have the time to go on some family mini-retreats, and continue to help others in need. Everything about BodHD is designed to help someone like me achieve my goals and I am so thankful that I found it. The timing couldn’t be more perfect!

BODHD: BodHD’s PayPlan promotes Team Work? What role has teamwork and the BodHD PayPlan played in your success so far?

DR. KOPIN:  I said it earlier, BodHD is One Team and One Dream. BodHD’s PayPlan is very unique because you are actually rewarded for helping everyone in BodHD— not just yourself!  That, in and of itself, puts BodHD in a league all by itself in this industry…heck in any industry. When you are part of BodHD, you never work alone, you will be part of a team just like when you played sports! It’s a big Team and there’s room for everyone. There’s no doubt in my mind that the teamwork at BodHD has, and will continue to, fuel my success in this company.

UPCLOSE AND PERSONAL QUESTIONS

Hometown:  Hoffman Estates, IL

Family: Husband:  Ron Will,  2 Daughters: Jennifer and Katie, Son-in-laws Sam Weiner and Matt Jones, and Grandbaby Braden

Former/Current Occupation:  CEO/ Founder /Alternative Health Associates,
Doctor, Speaker, Educator – BODHD Presenter

Best Business Advice/Quote: Help people go from good to great!

Favorite Song(s):  Marvin Gaye’s “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” or “What’s Going On”,  John Lennon’s “Imagine” , Bette Midler’s “Wind Beneath My Wings” and Josh Gorban’s “You Raise me Up “

Hobbies: Swimming, Boating,  baby grandson – sitting!!
Goals:  Founding 25 Member at BodHD, and continue to teach and educate many on their health, as well as provide strategies for living a longer, healthier life and preventing disease.

The Power of 6

Imagine with only a palm size amount of nutrients you could (And this is a big list!):  Increase endurance, gain strength, speed recovery time, address disease, slow premature aging, optimize nutrient bio-availability, enhance rejuvenation of hair, skin, and nails, encourage fat metabolism, and significantly reduce added water weight, bloating and discomfort! Well, I have good news, this is entirely possible! The power of combining BodHD’s six Products:  P3, FUSION, FIX, RADIANT, DAILY and BLD, has resulted in many remarkable health breakthroughs, some expected and some that were pleasantly unexpected. These breakthroughs prove that BodHD’s Products work synergistically together to create positive, long lasting health benefits on every system in the body. That’s not all. The quality and enhanced bio-availability of the nutrients in every BodHD Product through the use of chelation, enzymes and probiotics ensures that you get the nutrients your body needs when you need it.

All six of BodHD High Definition Body Nutrition Products were formulated to work extensively together as it relates to the following:

• Decreasing free radical accumulation
• Supporting immune function
• Limiting chronic inflammation.

Most people are unaware that Inflammation is the key, if not the primary cause, of accelerated aging and disease. Symptoms including: lethargy, digestive issues, jolted nerves, and lastly dull, aged skin to name only a few, is just the beginning of what’s to come when damage caused by chronic inflammation occurs. So how does one prevent this, see results, and taste the fruits of long lasting gratification? Research has suggested that it may in fact be possible to actually reverse the damage already caused by inflammations and chronic diseases including: diabetes mellitus, arteriosclerosis, and multiple sclerosis, using the right methods of preventive health. The use of all the Products that are part of BodHD’s High Definition Body Nutrition provide not only high quality basic nutrition, but also virtually eliminate the risk of micro-nutrient deficiencies, which are extremely common. And, for exercise enthusiasts and athletes, the combination of BodHD’s six Products assist in increasing the efficiency of oxygen, promoting blood flow, reducing lactic acid levels, and helping fuel the body by enhancing energy conversion. The result is better endurance levels, strength gain and lean mass for those who want to fine tune their physiques.

B vitamins, crucial antioxidants such as Vitamins A, C, E, and Selenium, Kelp Extract, Horsetail Silica, Prickly Pear Cactus, superior Super Foods, and whole food, plant-based digestive enzymes and probiotics are just some of the key players behind the rejuvenation and transformation power of BodHD’s six Products.

Super Minerals for a longer, better lasting you...

This article is Part II – “Champions of the Nutrient World.”

Here I would like to focus on the minerals and trace minerals that not only play key roles  in how we look, how we behave, and how our bodies function, but also are  vital in keeping our immune system strong.

CALCIUM

This outstanding mineral makes most people think of two words, “Strong Bones.” This is entirely true; however, calcium also plays so many beneficial roles in the body, ranging from keeping our heart healthy by lowering blood pressure and PMS control by its soothing effects on the nervous system ( i.e, moodiness) to its ability to controlling food cravings.

Food Sources:

• Yogurt, Milk, Cheese, Collard Greens, Broccoli, Soybeans, Tofu, Whey, & Watercress

Calcium’s Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• Boron, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin A, EFA’s, Magnesium, Folic Acid, & Iron

Calcium’s Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Antacids, Hypocholesterolemic Drugs, Laxatives, Oral Contraceptives, Antibiotics, Diuretics, Anti inflammatory Drugs.

IRON

This has always been called the “Happy Medium Mineral.” Iron deficiency anemia can be associated with low dietary intake of iron, inadequate absorption, or sever blood loss. This in turn causes symptoms ranging from feeling tired and weak, and difficulty maintaining body temperature to decreased immune function. On the other hand, toxic levels of Iron have been proven deadly because very little of this mineral gets excreted by the body. So, the best approach to maintaining this happy medium is to understand the right dosage required for optimal health. Typically men can have between 15-25mg /day and woman 18-30mg/day.

Food Sources:

Iron fortified cereals, beef, clams, pumpkin seeds, eggs, fish, liver, green leafy vegetables, avocado, lentils & prunes.

Iron’s Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• None Required

Iron’s Worst Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Antacids, Hypocholesterolemic Drugs.

MAGNESIUM

Magnesium is an essential mineral for staying healthy and is beneficial for many body functions including: nervous System function (promotes calmness), body temperature maintenance, detoxification, energy production, and  bone and teeth formation in partnership with Calcium. Magnesium is extremely important for the proper absorption of Calcium so,in turn, both are required together for best results (aaah the perfect pair).

Food Sources:

• Brown rice, Avocado, Spinach, Oatmeal, Lima beans, Tofu, Grapefruit, & Salmon.

Magnesium’s Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• Calcium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin D

Magnesium’s Worst Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Oral Contraceptives, Antibiotics, Diuretics

 ZINC

This amazing trace mineral is one of the most important minerals for human health available today! Zinc performs  crucial internal functions including: enzyme activity and proper functioning, DNA synthesis, wound repair, connective tissue synthesis, proper immune function and maintenance, bone mineralization, and thyroid functioning.

Food Sources:

• Fortified Cereals, Whole Grain Breads, Asparagus, and Beans

Zinc’s Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• Calcium, Copper, Phosphorus, Vitamin B6

Zinc’s Worst Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Oral Contraceptives, Diuretics, Antibiotics

Nourishment on the inside, reflects on the outside..

When people talk about vitamins and minerals, chances are high that the word “essential” will pop up more than once. Vitamins and minerals are of course essential to life, playing major roles in everything from: digestion of our food, how we look, how we behave, and how our bodies function. Finding a quality vitamin and mineral formula, can sometimes be hard to do, but not all hope is lost……

With BodHD products including: RADIANT, DAILY, and FUSION, to name a few, you are obtaining those key nutrient players, in the highest quality, most bio-available form. Below I have provided information on:

• Key Nutrients found in BodHD products
• Best Whole Food Sources
• Best Partners- Vitamins and Minerals to Increase Absorption
• Worst Enemies- Pharmaceutical Drugs preventing Absorption

These crucial nutrients are sure to improve not only your overall health, and increase daily energy, but make you look great through their advanced anti-aging properties that include collagen and cell membrane maintenance and inflammation prevention.

Vitamin A

This fat soluble antioxidant is extremely important for your immune functioning, as well as improving vision, and cell membrane maintenance.  (Think of it as a key player in anti-aging)

Food Sources:

• Raw Carrots, Yams, Spinach, Squash and the ever loving breakfast food, the Egg.

Vitamin A Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• Choline, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, EFA’s, Zinc.

Vitamin A Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Antacids, Hypocholesterolemic Drugs, Laxatives.

 Vitamin E 

Another fat soluble antioxidant that in its natural form includes d-alpha tochopherol. Vitamin E is one of the body’s primary defenders against the adverse effects of free radicals. Its main action is primarily to stop the chain reaction of free radicals producing more free radicals. In doing just this, Vitamin E protects vulnerable components of your cell membranes.

Food Sources:

• Vegetable and nut oils, spinach, whole grains, wheat germ, and sunflower seeds.

Vitamin E Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• EFA’s, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, Manganese, and Selenium

Vitamin E Worst Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Laxatives

Vitamin D

Vitamin D (Calciferol) like Vitamins A and E, is also another fat soluble nutrient that is known as the sunshine vitamin, in that the body can synthesize it with the help of a little sun. Though called a vitamin, vitamin D is actually a hormone that is a member of a large and cooperative bone maintenance  team. Not only that, but Vitamin D is also involved in the support of immune system cells, brain and nervous system functioning, and muscle and cartilage maintenance. (Think of it as great for strong healthy muscles and bones, but also stress relief and relaxation.)

Food Sources:

• Aside from sunshine: (not a food source), salmon, mushrooms, eggs, fortified milk, tuna.

 Vitamin D Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• Calcium, Choline, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, EFA’s.

Vitamin D Worst Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Hypocholesterolemic Drugs, Laxatives, and Antibiotics.

B Vitamins – (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9 (Folic Acid),  B12)

B vitamins, I like to think, are the happy producing vitamins. They are heavily involved in maintaining metabolism, muscle tone, and brain functioning tasks including the synthesis of tryptophan, one of our brains “Happy Promoting Chemicals” (Skinny waist, tighter legs, better focus and mood, I would say that makes most people happy). Without B vitamins our bodies would seriously lack energy because they are directly involved with our ability to utilize carbohydrates, proteins and fat for energy.

 Food Sources:

• Fortified Cereals, whole grain breads, Asparagus, and Beans

The B’s Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Manganese.

The B’s Worst Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Antacids, Hypocholesterolemic Drugs, Oral Contraceptives, Antibiotics, Anti-inflammatory drugs.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is not only a powerful antioxidant, in its ability to neutralize free radicals, and reduce inflammation, but it can also be known as the collagen former.  Vitamin C plays a crucial role in connective tissue repair and synthesis (Think firmer, even toned skin). It is almost like a bodyguard to the structural integrity of your connective tissue. By dramatically reducing and preventing inflammation, Vitamin C allows your cells, cell membranes, and tissues to re-synthesize, or heal, leaving you with that everlasting younger, firmer, and radiant like skin, hair, nails, tendons, and joints.

Food Sources:

• Broccoli, Kiwi, Oranges, Peppers, Strawberries, Asparagus, Avocados, Onions, and Kale.

Vitamin C Best Partners: (Promotes Absorption)

• Calcium, Magnesium, and Bioflavonoid

Vitamin C Worst Enemies: (Prevents Absorption)

• Oral Contraceptives, Antibiotics, Anti Inflammatory Drugs, and Tobacco

See your goal and show the world you can do it!

When we think of losing weight, most of us are just as interested in losing fat, too. Fat, in and of itself, is not all bad. It is a crucial component to a healthy and optimally functioning body. Everything in the body from tissue and membrane components, digestion, absorption, transportation of fat soluble vitamins, and phytochemicals to hormone production and synthesis, centers around collective fat tissue. However, excess fat is a major problem. It is directly linked to an array of diseases and health conditions. Fat is stored in a tissue called adipose tissue, which contains lipids used as energy when needed by our body. Fats and lipids constitute approximately 34% of the energy of our diets and because fat is energy rich at 9kcal/g, we are able to obtain adequate supplies of this energy with only reasonable daily consumption. The problem is the typical American diet does not comprise of only reasonable daily consumption, people are eating much more than they actually think. This excess dietary fat leads to a  greater fat accumulation than excess dietary carbohydrate. Shockingly, Americans have been led to believe that carbohydrates are the real bad guys when the real culprit is excess fat!

We are all well aware of the negative consequences of excess fat accumulation, but what actually happens internally when you start metabolizing that excess storage and losing weight? The results are amazing. Check this out:

• Migraines – 57% resolved
• Depression – 55% resolved
• Asthma – 82% resolved
• GERD – 72-98% resolved
• Metabolic Syndrome – 80% resolved
• Type 2 Diabetes – 83% resolved
• Degenerative Joint Disease – 41-76% resolved
• Gout – 77% resolved

Most people have no idea that losing accumulated fat can resolve so many issues! And, these are only a few of the health conditions that  are dramatically improved by fat loss. So, what’s the right way to lose that stubborn fat and improve your health? Reduction of body weight involves the loss of both protein and fat in amounts determined by the RATE of weight reduction. Weight loss programs with any degree of success integrate food choice changes with exercise, and behavior modification. A balanced, restricted calorie diet is the most widely prescribed method of fat reduction. A calorie deficit of 500Kcal to 1000Kcal daily, with appropriate nutritional supplementation, higher fiber, moderate protein consumption, lower fat, and avoidance of processed and artificial foods, creates effective and longer lasting weight loss. It’s been proven time and time again. BodHD’s SUPERFX Weight Loss System is a perfect example of a balanced, calorie reduced weight loss regimen. This Super Food-based weight loss and lifestyle system incorporates all food groups, with emphasis on fiber rich fruits and vegetables, low fat proteins, smart fat choices, exercise demos, and behavior modification with nutrition tools and education. The system also comes with supplement support including: Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics (BLD) and a 4-in1 super Multi-Vitamin (DAILY). And, it incorporates two weight loss accelerators, a delicious 84 calorie low glycemic protein shake (FUSION)  and a calorie burner/appetite suppressant (FIX).

Americans are constantly being told that “Diets don’t work.” The lure of a quick and easy solution without any additional education and behavior change is unfortunately why most Americans never cease to lose weight permanently. If you want to lose it for good, remember these 4 rules: Integrate a healthy, balanced, lower fat, food choice regimen, exercise on a daily basis, change your behavior by educating and informing yourself, and lastly, ensure you are obtaining total body nutrition throughout with the right quality vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant supplementation.

The journey to lasting success starts with you! So go out and get it!

Yummy?

Every once in awhile, as you are perusing through the grocery store, you might stop and ask yourself what that awful looking vegetable or fruit is, or how anyone could ever eat it? Well in my personal opinion if the vegetable looks weird, and you have never tried it, chances are pretty good that you never will. This is shockingly your first big error when trying to lose weight. All too often I see people who become trapped in what I call the boredom-binge cycle. This consistent repetition of the same old foods limits your ability to try new and, perhaps, great tasting things. This over time creates boredom and resentment, all of which end in a grand finale of binging. The only means to an end of this evil repetition is to (you guessed it) actually try that weird veggie or fruit! The more options you give yourself when experimenting with strange fruits and vegetables the less likely you will be to become stale in your new found health journey.

Another more important reason to try new fruits and vegetables, and it’s really important especially when losing weight,  is the potential of not obtaining enough essential vitamins and minerals. When you restrict your calories and severely limit the types of food groups you eat, chances are high your Recommended Daily Allowance for these nutrients are not being met. This of course leads to cravings, and undoubtedly a grumpy, un-energized mood. Not exactly the best conditions for weight loss right? By broadening your range of various unique fruits and veggies you in turn are building an internal nutrient check list that will up the chances of your weight loss goals being successful this time, and of course in general feeling happy, energized and motivated to do so! However, due to soil depletion there are less and less vital nutrients in the foods we eat; therefore, I urge everyone to take a multi-vitamin. But not all multi-vitamins are a like or effective. I only use and recommend DAILY, which is like 4 nutritional products in 1. First, it’s a Whole Food supplement, which is extremely important for bioavialbility. It also contains the nutitional benefits of 17 different Super Foods and powerful Antioxidants.