Healthy Weight Loss Solutions Blog

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.

Krill Harvesting Banned

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 21:07:03 GMT

I just heard that the NOAA has banned krill harvesting in the Pacific ocean. I've been concerned about the impact of large-scale harvesting of whales' primary food source for a while, and the NOAA just confirmed my fears. Glad they're taking action. But I encourage you to find another source of omega-3 fatty acids (especially since they really do assist in weight loss). I recommend that found in green-lipped muscle oil--yes, it sounds strange, but it's a highly sustainable, potent source of omega-3s. You can learn more about this source in the following two pages on my site (recently updated, so they appear below).

Omega 3: Is all the hype about Omega 3 fatty acids really true?

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 20:55:58 GMT

Omega 3 fatty acids have received a lot of press. Learn more about Omega 3s here.

Allergic reaction to stevia: Have you had one? Learn more here.

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:53:15 GMT

It's difficult to determine what caused an allergic reaction, and an allergic reaction to stevia is no different. Find out whether it's a true stevia allergy here.

Weight gain and food allergy: Learn how they're connected.

Tue, 12 May 2009 17:48:57 GMT

Weight gain and food allergy are intimately connected. But there is a simple solution. Find out here.

Splenda vs stevia: how do the two compare? Is Splenda safer than stevia?

Tue, 12 May 2009 16:48:09 GMT

There's a lot of confusion over the low calorie sweeteners. Want to compare Splenda vs stevia? Learn about whether Splenda is safer than stevia, or if you should avoid both sweeteners.

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Tue, 12 May 2009 15:24:58 GMT

Your privacy is important to us. Here's more information on our policy to protect your privacy.

Be a Part of the Health Revolution

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 14:29:43 GMT

Want to effect change in the healthcare system? Tired of the sick-care system that is our current healthcare system? Sign the Health Revolution Petition today.

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

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:04:33 GMT

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

A sugar free brownie recipe using healthy ingredients!

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:50:16 GMT

Imagine good-for-you ingredients in a fudgy, decadent sugar free brownie recipe. A delicious sugar free dessert recipe with NO artificial sweeteners-just stevia and erythritol.

A light, flaky BETTER pie crust recipe made with sprouted flour!

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:44:32 GMT

Sprouted flour is an amazing product: high in vitamins and enzymes, easier to digest. Here's a BETTER pie crust recipe!

Can lack of sleep make you gain weight? A link between sleep and weight loss?

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:49:47 GMT

New research shows the link between sleep deprivation and weight gain. Find out more here about the link between sleep and weight loss.

Here are testimonials for Powerful Weightloss Solutions.

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 12:28:21 GMT

No one says it better than the people whose lives we've impacted. So read on!

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

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:02:45 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!

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

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 09:52:12 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.

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 08:51:08 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.

Must-Read Emotional Eating Info

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:18:53 GMT

You know I'm a huge fan of EFT, and that I highly recommend using it to help you achieve your weight loss goals. Here's a series of articles that provide some fantastic ideas for emotional hot buttons to hit when doing EFT.

How the Emotional Freedom Technique Ensures Lasting Weight Loss!

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 21:57:05 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.

A surprising weight loss secret that's revolutionizing dietary science.

Sat, 07 Jul 2007 14:20:14 GMT

The weight loss secret is actually very simple, but something that almost none of us do. Learn what it is.

Update on the "Miracle Noodle"

Mon, 14 May 2007 20:27:10 GMT

Ok, I tried the Miracle Noodle, and here are my impressions... I liked them, but they're not like traditional "pasta"...they are a true "noodle". If you've ever had soba noodles in an Asian restaurant, you know what I mean. The texture is squishy, rather than "al dente" like wheat-based pasta. They come in little bags with liquid in them, which was a surprise to me. Once you open the bag, you strain and rinse them (the liquid has a bit of a fishy smell, so I rinsed them really well). I tried them with tomato sauce and parmesan, and they were ok, but I think that any time I put tomato sauce on something, I'm expecting a true pasta texture, so I don't recommend using them with Italian-type recipes. They were better with a white clam sauce, and in a chicken soup. Then I tried them in an asian sauce with veggies and chicken, and they were really good. Bottom line? The texture was the biggest trade-off; like any pasta/noodles, they don't have much of a flavor on their own. But the fact that they are 0 carb and high-fiber makes the trade-off worth it for me. I still use "regular" pasta like Dreamfields occasionally (like with tomato sauce-based recipes), but the Miracle Noodles are good to have for more frequent use when I'm craving something starchy. It's nice to munch away on a bowl full of noodles guilt-free, knowing they're not gonna show up on my thighs next week! If you want to try them for yourself, click here.

Does a low carb diet work? Learn the TRUTH about low carb foods.

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:14:35 GMT

Is a low carb diet effective? Read recent research, plus the hidden truth about low carb foods. Includes a healthy low carb recipe.

Here's an Easier Way to Sweeten Drinks

Fri, 02 Mar 2007 18:45:11 GMT

Several people have recently asked me about a way to sweeten their drinks more easily, rather than using the powdered version of stevia. There is an easier way, and that's with a liquid stevia supplement. Here's the brand I like the best. This brand doesn't use alcohol or preservatives like grapefruit seed extract--both of which can create a bitter taste. This brand just uses water, stevia, and vegetable glycerin (another natural, no-calorie sweetener).

Can Vitamins Kill You?

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 20:19:08 GMT

I just had to address the latest study that was published this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). This study claims that vitamins can actually increase your risk of death. You'll probably hear LOTS about this on the TV and radio as newscasters aim to induce panic to increase ratings. My take on this study? I think Mike Adams at www.NewsTarget.com speaks for me in this commentary.

New Research: No Need to Exercise to Lose Weight?

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 18:09:03 GMT

MSNBC today reported about a new study showing that dieting alone is just as effective as dieting plus exercise for weight loss. "For weight loss to occur, an individual needs to maintain a difference between the number of calories they consume everyday and the number of calories they burn through physical activity...it did not matter whether a reduction in calories was achieved through diet or burned everyday through exercise," said Dr. Leanne Redman of the Pennington Biomedical Research Center.
I say to keep exercising--and eating delicious, healthy, lower-carb foods. Life would be pretty miserable to just sit around eating celery and poached, skinless chicken breasts just to say "Gee, I don't have to exercise to lose weight!" Plus, the benefits of exercise are far too great to avoid it. And moving your body creates endorphins--"feel good" hormones that we all need. So find something that you enjoy doing--whether it's dancing, volleyball, bowling, sex (insert smiley face)--and do more of it! If you do that, you can actually eat sensual food and still lose weight.

A Chocolate Weight Loss Treat

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 20:56:19 GMT

Here's a wonderful, warm winter treat that's sure to delight! It's the classic hot chocolate recipe, but it's sugar free. Cocoa has been shown to not only be a powerful antioxidant, but it also raises the serotonin levels in your brain. So it's a feel good food! And feeling good is critical to weight loss. This treat will keep you from eating fattening foods, and you'll still be in heaven! Elena's Hot Chocolate Kiss
2 TBSP unsweetened cocoa
1/8 tsp stevia powder (to taste)
1 cup of unsweetened almond (my preference), soy, rice, or cow's milk
Put the powders in a microwave-safe container or mug, or in a pan on the stove. Add a small bit of the liquid until you can make a paste. (This is the secret to not having any lumps!) Then add the remainder of the liquid and stir well. Heat in the microwave about 1.5 minutes, or on the stove 'til it's steaming. Enjoy!

A Sensuous Peach Treat

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:35:27 GMT

I made the most wonderful peach "milkshake" last night. My pleasure sensors were definitely activated with this treat! It'll remind you of summer in the depths of winter. Sensuous Peach Shake This recipe is "loose"--that is, use this as a guideline, and play around with the ingredients to make the shake exactly how YOU like it. Add these ingredients to a powerful blender in the following order:

4 generous tablespoons of full-fat yogurt (organic, preferably)
4 generous tablespoons of canned coconut milk (look for it in the Asian section of your grocery store)
3 tablespoons of water
One handful of frozen peaches (organic, preferably)
a pinch of stevia powder (taste before you add more--the peaches are sweet)
a dash of dried ginger root, to taste

Blend thoroughly. Depending on how thick you like your shakes, you may need to add a little liquid (thin some coconut milk with water and use that). Makes 1 serving. Now here's the important part: Drink it slowly, and savor each mouthful. Close your eyes if that helps you to really focus on the flavor. It's gonna rock your world!

I was duped! "Healthy" snack from the health food store isn't so healthy.

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 21:31:12 GMT

(This is a corrected version-I incorrectly called corn oil "omega-3", and it's actually an omega-6 oil.) In my last trip to the health food store, I had the munchies big-time. I spotted a bag of "Snapea Crisps". With a bright picture of fresh snap peas on the cover, I thought to myself, "hmmm...a crispy snack made from a vegetable...sounds like a healthy munchie killer". I glanced at the ingredients, saw that green peas were the first ingredient, and the price was good--so I bought 'em. I proceeded to eat the entire bag on the way home. They were delicious. Crunchy and salty--just what I was craving. But my hands were really greasy, and my stomach felt a little queasy, so I read the nutritional information. My delusions of a health food went out the window. They're as bad as potato chips! In a 1-ounce serving (which I certainly far exceeded), they have as much fat and carbs as potato chips. And they're made with corn oil--a pro-inflammatory, omega-6 oil that we should all avoid. The only redeeming quality they had was less sodium and more protein than potato chips. So I was duped by creative marketing (and the power of munchies, I suppose). Just goes to show that not everything in a health food store is healthy! As with buying anything, read the label and make the decision for yourself--not what some clever marketer says.

Discover powerful, healthy weight loss solutions quickly!

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 14:50:15 GMT

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Foods that increase metabolism: Do they exist? Find out here.

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 19:26:45 GMT

Is it wishful thinking that there are delicious foods that increase metabolism? Find out more about whether any foods increase metabolism.

A "Miracle" Pasta?

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 21:22:57 GMT

I've just learned about a pasta that actually helps you lose weight! (Dr. Atkins is probably turning in his grave hearing "lose weight" and "pasta" in the same sentence!) But all the research supports it...this pasta is made from the konjac root, which is rich in a fiber called glucomannan. From everything I've heard, it tastes just like regular pasta, too. I'm going to order some and try it, and I'll let you know what I think. If you want to give it a try in the meantime, you can buy it here. The thought of enjoying pasta guilt-free (AND with weight loss to boot) is VERY tempting, isn't it? Stay tuned.

Here's a great-tasting recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth WITHOUT the bulge!

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 00:02:47 GMT

In my most recent issue of my e-zine, I talk about how so many of us gain weight during the holidays. Eating sweets is one bad habit that many of us develop over the holidays. I wanted to share my recipe for a great-tasting shake that you can use to replace your dessert in the afternoon or evening. The shake includes several ingredients that are great for weight loss and overall health:

protein from the protein powder and peanut butter (about 24 grams!)
cinnamon, a fat-burning (thermogenic) spice
antioxidants from the cocoa powder
metabolism-boosting medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) from the coconut milk

Chocolate-Peanut Butter-Banana Shake

4 ice cubes
8 ounces water
4-5 TBSP coconut milk* OR organic yogurt
3 TBSP organic peanut butter
1 scoop protein powder (I recommend Goatein, but you can use any high quality protein powder)
1 TBSP cocoa (or carob) powder
a few drops of banana flavoring, or 1/2 a banana
a dash of stevia powder (if you use a banana, taste before adding any stevia--it may be sweet enough)
generous dash of cinnamon

Add all ingredients to a blender, and blend 'til smooth. Adjust sweetness as needed (just add the stevia carefully--it's potent). Add water to adjust the thickness to your liking. *You can find canned coconut milk in the Asian food aisle of your grocery store. The Thai Kitchen brand is good. It has a rich texture, and contains coconut oil, which is known for its metabolism-boosting abilities. I always keep a few cans in my pantry. Enjoy!

Challenging my discount claims of Fresh Shores coconut oil vs. Nutiva

Thu, 04 Jan 2007 11:12:44 GMT

I want to thank a site visitor, Anita, for questioning my claim that the brand of coconut oil that I recommend (Nutiva) is 60 less than Fresh Shores. I should have said that Fresh Shores is 60 more expensive (see the semantic difference?) Although ounce-for-ounce the difference in price between the two is only 38 ($.79/oz for Nutiva at the 15 oz size vs. $1.09/oz for Fresh Shores at the 16 oz size), when you factor in the shipping costs at most sites, the Fresh Shores can actually be as much as 67 more. So, thank you Anita, for keeping me on my toes--and giving me the opportunity to point out how important it is to compare shipping costs when buying from any merchant.

Looking for sugar free recipes that are healthy and low carb too? Get them here!

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 14:03:53 GMT

I searched for years for sugar free recipes that were also healthy AND low carb. Most had artificial ingredients that made me sick. Here are some great-tasting healthy sugar free recipes!

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

Sun, 29 Oct 2006 14:32:27 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).

Here are quality resources for weight loss, fitness, and general well-being.

Sun, 29 Oct 2006 13:58:24 GMT

A selection of hand-picked resource sites providing quality resources for weight loss, health, and well-being.

An easy way to search the quality info about healthy weight loss solutions

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 22:55:07 GMT

There's a lot of free information on this site, and here's an easy way to find exactly what you're looking for!

Online Weight Loss Coach: Discover the benefits of an online weight loss coach.

Sat, 07 Oct 2006 12:55:30 GMT

Benefit from our wealth of knowledge about the most effective weight loss solutions. Discover these solutions by allowing us to be your online weight loss coach. We'll make sure you succeed!

Fast weight loss diets ebook--Get a FREE copy of a fast weight loss diets ebook!

Sat, 07 Oct 2006 12:04:08 GMT

Get my fast weight loss diets ebook recommendations here.

Weight loss from hypnosis: Can you achieve weight loss from hypnosis?

Sat, 07 Oct 2006 11:25:57 GMT

Many want to know if it's possible to achieve weight loss from hypnosis. Hypnosis for weightloss products say it works. Find out if the connection between hypnosis and weightloss is a sound one.