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Secrets of the Skinny

Doctor OzI’ve been very impressed with The Doctor Oz Show. I like his common sense approach to getting healthy and staying healthy. This morning’s show was no exception. Three women were guests on his show. They each lost over 100 pounds and kept it off. They found the “Secrets of the Skinny” that worked for them. And they’re willing to share those secrets with Doctor Oz and his audience. Here are the secrets . . .

Cravings Killers

  • Brown rice tortilla, lightly toasted (baked) with salsa or parmesan

Metabolism Boosters

  • Cayenne pepper, sprinkle on food or supplements
  • Vitamin B Complex
  • Cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon a day.

Must Have Meals

Weight Loss Secret Weapons

  • Learn to grade food.

          A = Fresh green beans out of the garden
          B = Frozen beans changed a little
          C = Canned green beans cooked – A little altered
          D = Processed
          F = Grandma’s green bean casserole

  • Use cans of food as weights. Lift weights while watching TV
  • Work out with a weighted vest. The more weight you have on your body, the more calories you burn.

The women had words of wisdom for the audience:

  • Becky’s advice: “I changed the way I looked at food. Food became nutrition.”
  • Cari’s advice: “Start slow and stick with it. Make plans and hold yourself accountable. Definitely have support … Have supportive people around you.”
  • When Doctor Oz asked what kept her motivated, Caroline answered, “There’s no such thing as the impossible.”

Becky’s Story on The Secrets of the Skinny
Cari’s Story on The Secrets of the Skinny
Caroline’s Story on The Secrets of the Skinny

What’s your Secret of the Skinny?

Marilyn Kvasnok

Seven Simple Steps to a Healthier You and a Healthier Planet

Seven Simple Steps to a Healthier You and a Healthier Planet

(ARA) – Americans have traditionally considered the health of the planet and their personal health two distinct subjects.  Times have changed.  When we consider our personal health, many now see the connection to the environment.

“Most people want to be healthy and live on a clean and beautiful planet,” says Amy Lou Jenkins, a registered nurse who writes about nature and green living for Examiner.com, and who has authored the book, “Every Natural Fact: Five Seasons of Open-Air Parenting” “Now, it’s becoming important to enhance our own health, as we care for our Earth.  Fortunately, it’s easy to make green living choices that are good for you, your family and the planet.”

Jenkins offers these seven simple steps that can help you improve your own health, and care for the earth at the same time:

1. Replace car trips with a bike ride or a walk whenever possible.
Every day, Americans’ automobiles pour millions of pounds of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.  Any step that reduces that output is a step toward better health for the environment.  Walking and biking are also great low-impact ways to exercise your muscles, burn calories and deliver cardiovascular benefits.  Taking a bike instead of a car for just one 4-mile round trip prevents the release of about 15 pounds of pollutants, according to the WorldWatch Institute.

2. Buy local foods and eat less meat.
Locally grown food requires less fuel to transport and causes the emission of fewer pollutants to arrive at the market than produce grown far from where you live.  A meal of meat uses exponentially more water, land and petroleum products than a plant-based meal.  The greenhouse gas emission associated with animal feed and animal methane increase environmental damage further.  Add to that the water pollution from runoff and land degradation from grazing and you begin to see the enormous ecologic strain caused by a diet rich in meat.  Lowering your red meat intake and increasing your consumption of fresh vegetables is associated with improved health, lower incidences of cancer and heart disease and a longer life.  In addition, buying local produce will directly benefit your community.

3. Discover solar cooking.
Whether you cook on an electric stove, gas range, gas grill or charcoal grill, traditional cooking consumes fossil fuel.  Consider buying a solar cooker and swap out propane and charcoal grills for sustainable solar energy.  Solar energy is carbon neutral and ultra clean.

4. Take the stairs.
Elevators use energy all day long and two-thirds of that consumption is used to move people up and down.  Reducing the number of elevator trips cuts the amount of energy used.  Plus, taking the stairs is an easy lifestyle change that can net a big payoff over time in heart health and weight management.  Overall, it is a healthier way to travel.

5. Get into gardening – all year long.
Gardening offers many health benefits, from mental relaxation to light cardiovascular exercise.  Indoor gardening with easy hydroponic systems can ensure you’ll have plenty of fresh, nutritious produce – even in the winter.  And by traveling from windowsill to plate, instead of being flown across the country or planet, your homegrown produce reduces fuel consumption and pollution.

6. Switch to all-natural products for cleaning, rather than toxic chemicals.
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that it has found detergent in 69 percent of streams it has tested and disinfectants in 66 percent of tested waterways.  Fortunately, many manufacturers of household cleansers now offer all-natural lines.  By switching to natural products – including homemade cleaners made with simple pantry products like vinegar – you reduce your personal exposure to toxic chemicals and help keep them out of our groundwater.

7. Unplug.
American homes consume a staggering amount of electricity every year.  Switching off the computer, video games, TVs and cell phones not only reduces your home’s energy use, the electronic silence offers an invitation to family time to reconnect and spend time together.  Research shows that healthy relationships and social contacts are associated with long life and happiness.

You can find more green living news at www.examiner.com.

Marilyn Kvasnok

Are You an Entrepreneur?

Mom & Pop StoreI grew up in an entrepreneurial family. As newlyweds, my parents owned a mom and pop grocery store. Then, dad and 3 partners started a hydraulics manufacturing factory. When dad decided that a southern climate with less pollution would be better for our health, my parents bought a 50 unit motel along US 1 in Miami, Florida. By then, dad was also learning how to invest in the stock market.

So, when I needed to earn a living, starting my own business was a no brainer. After 5 years of working in an architect’s office, telemarketing for newspapers all over the country and getting a real education working for a small business owner who sold and serviced computer equipment, I was ready to enter the entrepreneurial world.

My first company was Vision Quest, a computer services business. I had a handful of regular clients who kept me busy. When they needed help, they needed it NOW! So, when I got a call, I had to drop everything, drive to their office and solve their problem. When I left town to take care of mom, who was no longer independent, I lost my clients and closed the business.

By then, network marketing found me. For 8 years, I was a rep with Excel Communications. They provided an alternative to AT&T’s high priced, long distance service. Gradually, other services were added: Pagers, Internet Service (ISP), local phone service, 2 way pagers and an online shopping mall. I loved the technology and thought I was smart to be in a service business, rather than products.

I couldn’t have been more wrong! Today, I have a Shaklee business. I’ve been a distributor and social marketer for over 5 years. Because I work from home – Mostly online and on the phone – I’m able to take care of mom, too.

I direct market several product lines of all natural, organic and non-toxic products. And I’m building a team of health minded people who are entrepreneurs.

The more I learn about health, the more I love Shaklee. The products are top quality and priced competitively. And instead of a huge advertising budget, Shaklee pays distributors like me, a generous commission to find new customers and distributors.

Are you an entrepreneur? Visit Team Player Wanted to learn how you can become an entrepreneur in the Social Marketing world. Together we, as entrepreneurs, can change the world. Everything IS within your reach.

Marilyn Kvasnok

Free Shipping Day 2009

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Today is the 2nd annual Free Shipping Day. Hundreds of merchants are offering free shipping today with delivery by Christmas Eve. Visit my free shipping offers at . . .

No matter which product line you start with, ALL products are eligible for free shipping.  Happy shopping!

Marilyn Kvasnok

Brain Fitness – Free Crossword Puzzle

Are you in a rut? Doing the same things day after day? Or not doing much of anything at all? Have you become a couch potato?

We all have a daily routine: Regular times to eat, sleep, shower, watch TV and work. There’s nothing wrong with having a routine. As a full time caregiver for my mom, who’s no longer independent, I thrive on routine. That way, both of us know what needs to be done and the schedule keeps us on track.

But, stimulating your brain with something new is the way to learn and grow. It’s also one way to improve memory and concentration.

Brain exercise is an important part of staying healthy. One way to challenge your brain is to play games – Any game that you find fun and stimulating.

Here’s a free online crossword puzzle. There’s a new one every day, so come back often to play.

 

 

Games at Miniclip.com - Crossword Daily
Crossword Daily

Complete the crossword as quickly as you can.

 

 

 

Play this free game now!!

What other things can you do to improve memory?

Marilyn Kvasnok
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