Healthy Weight Loss Solutions Blog

No problems at all with Splenda

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:12:26 GMT

Both my wife and I have been Splenda users since it came out. Neither of us, even as heavy users, have experienced any side effects whatsoever. I do

Headache, then hives

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:50:31 GMT

I first tried stevia as I started on a candida diet to eliminate thrush. Very quickly afterward I had a terrible headache and felt quite ill. That evening

Red, itchy, burning hives

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:27:24 GMT

I was so excited to try my first package of Truvia. I put the sweetener over some fresh peaches. That excitement didn't last long because I broke out in

More support for stevia as a weight loss aid

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:00:24 GMT

Here's a link to a study published in May 2010 showing that stevia extract had an "anti-obesity" effect on obese mice.

Dangers of stevia revealed! Find out about any dangers of stevia to avoid harm.

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:43:54 GMT

Learn about potential dangers of stevia, the research about the danger in stevia rebaudiana, and the final conclusion about the dangers of stevia.

No side effects from Splenda

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 23:06:09 GMT

I have used Splenda products for years. I have had no unfavorable side effects. Many of my friends and family also use Splenda with none of the side effects

Gassy

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:32:38 GMT

I've been using Splenda for approx. 3 months now and I have noticed an increase in my stomach. I am bloated all of the time and also have pain in my kidney

Red blotches on my back

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:28:49 GMT

I bought a product called Go Greens which is dehydrated vegetable powder you mix with water. The powder lists stevia as an ingredient (everything else

Members Mark Stevia

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:29:01 GMT

The first stevia product I used was from Trader Joe's. I loved it and had no side effects. When it ran out, I began using some Member's Mark brand stevia

Throat swelling

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 14:17:00 GMT

I felt a burning on my tongue after just a tiny taste of stevia, thought it was just an aftertaste, but after eating the dessert I made with it my throat

Raised, warm hives and swollen throat - difficult to breathe

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:11:08 GMT

I was on a detox program that required an organic protein meal replacement (with stevia as the sweetener) in the morning. The first day and a half I was

Nothing has happened

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:22:26 GMT

I've eaten Splenda for I don't know how long... I've never experienced any of these symptoms that could have been caused by the product. I've had headaches

Two year old covered with red splotches

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:19:50 GMT

My 2-year-old boy started with a red, hivey rash on his belly yesterday, a couple hours after breakfast. The only thing he had that was new to his diet

Itchy Rash on Back & Arms

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:14:28 GMT

My entire back itches with a rash, and my arms have small, colorless, itchy bumps. The only new addition to my diet is stevia. I've been food-sensitivity

Broke out with a rash that itched and burned

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:22:11 GMT

A few days after switching over to stevia and getting away from sugar, I started breaking out in a red, bumpy, itchy, and burning rash. The only thing

Swollen lips and tongue

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 23:13:20 GMT

I tried Crystal Light Pure Fitness today and after about 15 minutes I got a headache, my tongue felt furry, and my lips swelled. I just took a Benadryl.

Hives and migraines

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 13:07:18 GMT

I started using Stevia in the Raw as an alternative to Splenda. When I use it I have terrible migraines and break out in hives all over. When I stop

It makes me EXTREMELY TIRED, huge fatigue every time I have a stevia drink, Zevia sodas, and Zero vitamin waters.

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:46:03 GMT

I'm a very healthy eater, no sugars, mainly vegetables and lean proteins. Stevia drinks are causing very, very extreme fatigue for me...not good

Made me have bad gas

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 12:38:16 GMT

At the advice of my Dr, I began using Splenda and l've noticed l always have gas and feel bloated

Itchy body

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 10:03:53 GMT

I have been using Stevia to sweeten my tea and have been drinking the stevia soda. I love them, but I now have been itching all over my body, scalp, ears,

I got hives on my forehead

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:57:18 GMT

I bought the stevia packets and tried the first one in a cup of tea the first day I tried it. I noticed a half hour later that I had hives on my forehead.

Diet for Weight Loss: What's the BEST diet for weight loss? Find out here.

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 09:49:42 GMT

We discuss our recommended diet for weight loss, and effective diet and weightloss tools are presented. Note that this only applies to a weight loss diet for adult (not children or teens).

Triggered a migraine

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 19:29:21 GMT

That about covers it. Starbucks really ought to list when they sweeten things with Stevia instead of cane sugar. Elena's comment: I completely agree.

My throat tingles/itches and my ear canals started to hurt (like they do when I have seasonal allergies)

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:18:11 GMT

I was so excited to finally have stevia extract powder available in my area. Now I'm glad I only bought a small box of packets. I don't drink soda often.

Itchy HUGE Hives, Stomach Pain

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:24:15 GMT

I've used stevia in the new Crystal Light with no ill effects (the label says rebiana - a derivative of stevia). Recently, I purchased and planted a stevia

Please Share This Weight Loss Site

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 01:27:04 GMT

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My elbows suddenly have a terrible rash

Thu, 27 May 2010 15:10:37 GMT

Started using Splenda in my tea since my roommate uses it regularly in everything (he's all anti-calories). The next day my elbows suddenly had a rash

facial reddness

Tue, 25 May 2010 18:25:38 GMT

I have used the Only Sweet brand of stevia off and on and the last 2 days I drank a cup of tea, then coffee with stevia--broke out with itchy redness from

My skin got red bumps.

Thu, 20 May 2010 15:06:22 GMT

I made a very strong cup of tea and put three packets of stevia in the tea. During the night, I remember scratching at my face. This morning, I have a

Hives, mostly on my face

Wed, 12 May 2010 13:38:16 GMT

I was cutting back on sugar and started drinking a chocolate protein powder with stevia extract in it. I loved the stuff, but got hives on my face within

I broke out in red bumps across chest, then sides, arms, and legs

Sun, 02 May 2010 21:03:11 GMT

I took me weeks to isolate the source of my problem but it turned out to be the stevia sweetener packets I was putting in my coffee. Unfortunately I threw

Is aspartame dangerous? Learn about aspartame danger here.

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 12:54:42 GMT

Many research studies have been conducted on aspartame. Find out about researchers' conclusions about any aspartame danger.

I got welts on my face that are pretty hard and red.

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 23:59:31 GMT

I believe I am allergic to Truvia. I had my first packet in coffee this morning and a little while later I felt a hard welt on my face. I went and looked

Calling all sugar free bakers!

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:50:13 GMT

Are you an avid sugar free baker? Have a great recipe you'd like to share with the world? Now you can add your BEST recipe on this site. Add your best recipe here, at the bottom of the page. Who knows...you might become famous!

How the Emotional Freedom Technique Ensures Lasting Weight Loss!

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:14:17 GMT

Emotional freedom technique (or EFT) is a highly effective method for addressing the emotional reasons for overeating. A new, unique program ensures lasting weight loss.

Sugar free dessert recipe: Here's an easy but decadent one!

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:05:30 GMT

Another of my grandmother's recipes, transformed. This sugar free dessert recipe uses NO dangerous artificial sweetener, too!

Effects of blue green algae: What are they? You'll be surprised.

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:45:10 GMT

Are the effects of blue green algae just hype? If you know what to look for, the benefits are great. Learn about the effects of blue green algae here.

Coconut oil for weight loss: Is it true that coconut oil can do this?

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:05:49 GMT

I discuss the use of coconut oil for weight loss, including the research about coconut oil and weight loss, omega 3 and weight loss, and another even tastier monounsaturated oil!

Don't be a statistic...are you deficient in omega-3s?

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:37:40 GMT

I just read an amazing statistic: According to research led by the Harvard School of Public Health, 96,000 Americans die every year due to lack of omega-3 fatty acids in their diets. Wow. Are you getting enough omega-3s? Remember that they help your weight loss efforts, too. Here's a new product that I'm adding to my morning protein shake...it's yummy. I'll bet that kids would like it, too.

What is xylitol? This sweetener may be a better replacement for Splenda.

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:19:11 GMT

This new sweetener is making many people ask, What is xylitol? Find out about the safety of xyliltol, and an even better version.

Muffin recipes with flax seed: The BEST! Learn about flax seeds and weightloss.

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:16:27 GMT

These muffin recipes with flax seed make weight loss a pleasure! Learn about flax seeds and weightloss. Which one will be your favorite flax seed recipe?

The Leptin Diet: Is this the next weight loss revolution?

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:59:43 GMT

Learn more about The Leptin Diet and whether there is solid science behind it.

Leptin and weight loss: A marriage made in heaven.

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:44:03 GMT

Learn more about leptin and weight loss here--your dieting days are over!

Leptin is a revolution in weight loss AND disease prevention. Learn more here!

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 01:48:39 GMT

Though leptin was only recently discovered, it is now known to be the KEY hormone in weight management. How can you manage your leptin better?

Conscious mental relaxation: Ideal products for conscious mental relaxation.

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:47:44 GMT

Learn about conscious mental relaxation, and some ideal techniques and products for conscious mental relaxation.

The dangers of Splenda: Are there dangers? Is Splenda bad for you?

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:20:30 GMT

Splenda is a very popular artificial sweetener. What are the dangers of Splenda? It is wise to ask, Is Splenda bad for you? Find out about any danger of Splenda.

The Lemon Detox Diet: Learn about the Lemon Detox Diet and Weight Loss

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:39:33 GMT

Like lemons? Try the lemon detox diet! There is a great benefit to using lemons as part of a detox. Learn more about the lemon detox diet, and how to use lemons to increase your weight loss success.

The best source for online supplements

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:24:27 GMT

I've been ordering supplements online since the late 90s, and I've gone through A LOT of companies. VitaCost was one of my favorites for a while, but they're going through some growing pains that have stretched my tolerance level. I'll still order from them, but for the past year another site has consistently delivered great prices, quick shipping, and effective packaging: iHerb. If you haven't ordered from them before, I highly recommend trying them. They offer free shipping on orders over $40, plus a tiered discount system based on orders. BONUS:Use this coupon code to get $5 off your first order: LEN208.

Omega 3 and Weight Loss: What's the connection between Omega 3 and weight loss?

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:55:29 GMT

The health benefits of omega 3 fatty acids are well known, but how about omega 3 and weight loss? Learn here.

Our tried-and-true recommended weight loss products.

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:15:13 GMT

We've spent thousands of dollars trying products that didn't work, but we finally found some real jewels. Here are our recommended weight loss products.