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Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Why Shaklee?

Why Shaklee? I can tell you why! 100,000! 100,000 tests for purity on all their products! I wouldn't be writing this blog if I didnt the products! Since 1956, Shaklee has been providing healthy products for healthier lives and a healthier planet. Stop by and take a look at Shaklee at http://mjshealthyway.com Once you try Shaklee, you'll ask yourself, "why didn't I find these natural products before!" Once you try Shaklee, you'll be hooked!

Have a safe and productive day!

MJ


Saturday, July 27, 2013

Waist-to-Height Ratio – Better Predictor of Life Expectancy than BMI



Attempts to establish “ideal weight” standards, the weight associated with the lowest mortality rates, go way back. In fact, when I first started practicing medicine we used the Metropolitan Life Insurance height for weight tables to assess a healthy body weight. 

Although considered to be a useful tool at the time, it was not without its limitations and biases. For one, insurance policies don’t necessarily reflect individual needs, also, data on height and weight were measured with non-standardized protocols and equipment.
As with many health screening tools, perfection is often hard to come by. Today, Metropolitan Life height and weight charts have been replaced by Body Mass Index (BMI), the tool used most often by health care professionals, like myself, to evaluate an individual’s body weight in relationship to health and disease risk. It’s easy to use and provides a fairly good estimate of body fat, but it too has its flaws. As I’ve mentioned in a previous blog post, BMI may actually overestimate body fat if you’re an athlete or body builder, or it can underestimate body fat if you’re older, have lost muscle mass, or have low bone density. BMI also tells you nothing about where you carry your body fat and its dangers. So looking beyond BMI may be helpful, especially when it comes to evaluating abdominal obesity which has been tied to an increase risk of conditions such as heart disease, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes.

Research conducted in the UK may be shedding new light on the value of another measure–the waist-to-height ratio (WHtR). First proposed in the mid-1990’s, WHtR appears to be gaining momentum as being a better detector of central obesity and the health risks associated with it.

In a 2012 study published in Obesity Reviews, researchers from Oxford Brooks University found that WHtR was a better measure for detecting hypertension, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, abnormal blood lipids, and general cardiovascular outcomes than three other measures: waist circumference; waist-to-hip ratio; and BMI.
And just recently, the same group of researchers reported study findings at the European Congress on Obesity that indicated WHtR was a better predictor of mortality risk than BMI.

Overall they found mortality risk was associated with BMI but WHtR estimates were higher and appeared to be more accurate. For example, a 30-year-old man with the highest BMI had a years-of-life-lost value of 10.5 years, while the same man with the highest WHtR (a waist measurement that was 80% of their height) had a years-of-lost-life value of almost 17 years! For a woman of the same age her years-of-lost-life values were 5.3 years and 9.5 years respectively.

What can we learn from studies like these? Not only the importance of striving for a healthier weight to reduce the risk of weight-related disease but also the importance of measuring your WHtR and reducing dangerous abdominal fat to ensure a long and healthy life. Your goal? A waist measurement that’s no more than 50% of your height. For someone who stands 6 feet tall, that means a waist of 36 inches or less!

Have a healthy and productive weekend! 
MJ 

Shaklee, helping America live a natural healthier life since 1956!


Thursday, July 25, 2013

Shaklee 180 Weight Loss Update




Hello all,

First, I would like to thank all of you that follow my blog. This helps me get the word out and educate people that there is a healthier choice for all out there. These changes in lifestyle I believe are vital to living a healthier, longer life.

As you all know, I have been on the Shaklee 180 Weight Loss plan for nearly two years and have lost a total of 37 pounds. I have been able to keep off the weight with regular exercise and the Shaklee 180 Lean and Healthy Kit. The Lean and Healthy Kit includes 2 smoothies containers of choice. They come in 4 delicious flavors, (With a 5th coming soon) Strawberry, Vanilla, Chocolate, and Latte.

The Shaklee 180 Program is clinically tested, which give the confidence to share this awesome program with everyone I know. The smoothies are non-GMO soy protein, low glycemic, have no artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners, or preservatives, gluten free, and lastly lactose free. Along with your favorite fruit, the smoothies are an awesome way to start your day off full of energy and help you fight the food cravings. With fat free milk 24g of protein!

The Vitalizer dietary supplement is also included with the lean and healthy kit. It contains 80 nutrients clincally proven to create a foundation for longer, healthier life. Shaklee Vitalizer is based on 12 clinical studies, as well as the first-ever study done on long-term Shaklee supplement users. Results from this groundbreaking study, published in Nutrition Journal, showed that people who took Shaklee supplements had markedly better health than nonsupplement users. Check out this study at http://landmarkstudy.com

I can only tell you about these awesome products Shaklee has to offer. You have to make the commitment to change you lifestyle for the better by exercising, eating right, and taking the proper supplements.

I hope you all have a healthy and productive weekend!

MJ

Check out Shaklee 180 at: http://weightloss180.info 

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Healthy and Balanced Foods for a Successful Weight Loss

Everyone wishes to know the best means to drop weight, however it’s so individual to the bodies, our schedules, our way of livings. Successful weight management requires a life long dedication to a healthy way of life, that’s focused on consuming healthy meals and keeping physically energetic in a way that’s both lasting and satisfying.

One of the most significant issues people appear to have about being on a fat burning diet might be the option of meals they’re going to be allowed to eat. Not to mention, the option of foods they’re no more visiting be enabled to eat. With specific unbalanced diets (for example, low carbohydrate) this could hold true.
The essential a component of choosing a weight-loss strategy is finding one that works for you. Healthy eating while dieting is a lot more about consuming the proper number of calories than getting rid of particular meals from one’s diet.

Apple Cider Vinegar
If you are looking for any fast fix body detox, attempt adding numerous capfuls of apple cider vinegar to your meals. It provides a digestive tonic, assisting to slay off harmful bacteria within the intestines, flush out contaminants and ease water retention around the stomach. Attempt adding some to veggies during food preparation or like a dressing over salad.

Grapefruit
Grapefruit’s a scrumptious and nutritious sweet-tart treat, morning meal side or salad topping. But analysts likewise have actually found that eating grapefruit or grapefruit juice daily can assist in weight management, potentially due to a reduction in insulin levels.

Kale
Did you understand kale is actually a great source of iron, fiber, and calcium, even when cooked? It’s likewise delicious, and makes a terrific side meal, especially with black beans (an additional great, healthy meals). It’s one of the best healthy food for weight loss, and you may include it into your diet plan utilizing a lot of tasty dishes.

Almonds
Not just are almonds filled with skin-boosting vitamin E and protein, however their high fiber content stops you feeling starving. Although they’re fairly high in calories – almonds do themselves not contribute to belly fat. Swap out your normal mid-morning treat for any handful and see if it’s necessary.

Green Tea
Swopping to green tea has been found to assist the body in eliminating excess fluids, assisting to soothe bloating round the stomach caused by water retention. What’s more, it’s actually been discovered to hurry up the metabolic process, which can help the burning of excess fat within the body.

Oats
Whole oats (not the heavily processed, immediate kind) are loaded with fiber, and for that reason you’ll feel full and continue to be full, and they’ll assist lower your cholesterol. Are you able to consider another healthy meals for weight loss that does everything.

Leafy Greens
The quickest method to flatten a persistent tummy? Include a part of leafy green veggies at every meal. Kale, green spinach and romaine lettuce are all incredibly low in calories, full of fiber and provide numerous crucial vitamins and minerals that help to help ease water retention without causing the bloating and pain that some other vegetables may do.

Apples
Similar to the old expression, an apple a day keeps a doctor away, research has actually shown that apples are healthy meals for fat burning, and might even help you inhibit cravings. They are actually sweet and crispy, and for that reason are loaded with antioxidants.

Pomegranates
The juice gets all the buzz for being healthy, however pomegranate seeds deserve their very own limelight. In addition to being loaded with folate and disease-fighting antioxidants, they are low in calories and high in fiber, so that they please your craving for sweets without blowing your diet plan.

Salmon
Salmon is an exceptional option if you are planning to stock up on healthy Omega-3s and drop weight. If you are concerned about mercury and various other contaminants, go with wild salmon, rather of farm-raised.

Beans
Each tiny bean is packed with nutrients, consisting of protein and fiber, while continuing to be reduced in calories and filled with slow-release energy. This means you’ll feel fuller, while the high protein content can help firm up your muscles and keep you toned. Swap out hamburgers for burritos, and beef chili for bean chili.

Have a healthy and productive week! 

MJ

Shaklee, America’s number one nutrition company since 1956!

Thursday, July 18, 2013

What Are The Benefits of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Juices?



Fresh fruit and vegetable juices provide you with vitamins and anti-oxidants to help keep your overall wellness and prevent disease. Drinking fresh juice also assists you satisfy your daily requirements for fruits and vegetables. Try integrating fresh juices as a snack or with meals to increase your nutrient intake.
Meeting Fruit and Vegetable Needs
Drinking fresh vegetables and fruit juices is a fast and easy way to satisfy your day-to-day requirements for these meals. According to ChooseMyPlate. gov, an adult following a 2,000-calorie per day diet plan requires 2.5 cups of vegetables and 2 cups of fruit each day. Consuming 1 cup of fresh fruit or vegetable juice counts as consuming 1 cup of the raw food. If you struggle to incorporate fruits and vegetables into your day-to-day diet plan, consider adding fresh juices as a means to fulfill the suggested daily servings.
Vitamins and Minerals
Fruit and vegetable juices also help you meet your needs for vitamins and minerals that play a crucial role in your total wellness. By consuming fresh fruit and vegetable juices, in contrast to canned, bottled or from-concentrate juices, you’ll get the most vitamins the juice has to provide because some nutrients decrease when juices are processed, pasteurized and packaged. According to the UNITED STATE Department of Farming, 1 cup of fresh, raw orange juice has 124 milligrams of vitamin C and 74 micrograms of folate, while 1 cup of bottled or from-concentrate orange juice just has about 84 milligrams of vitamin C and 47 micrograms of folate.
Antioxidants
Your body depends on antioxidants to assist prevent molecules called complimentary radicals from triggering damage to cells. Numerous phytochemicals, or plant chemicals, found in fresh vegetables and fruit juices operate as anti-oxidants. According to the American Cancer Society, consuming more phytochemicals from vegetables and fruits may help to avoid or treat cancer, heart problem, hypertension and diabetic issues. Some examples of these phytochemicals consist of anthocyanidins from grapes and radishes, quercetin from apple juice, ellagic acid from strawberries, blackberries and raspberries, carotenoids from carrots and cantaloupes and lutein and zeaxanthin from kale and spinach.
Suggestions
While fresh fruit and vegetable juices do offer a good source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, they don’t have the fiber that the whole meals offer. If you have ever before made use of a juicer, you understand that a huge quantity of fiber, or pulp, is left as waste when a stream of smooth juice is produced. Juice from a whole white grapefruit, for instance, has about 0.2 gram of fiber while the entire fruit itself has about 2.6 grams. If you constantly consume vegetables and fruit juices rather of eating the entire food, you might lack fiber in your diet plan.
Have a healthy and productive weekend! 
MJ 
Shaklee, America’s number one nutrition company! 

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Eating Better When Dining Out



Eating out is definitely on my list of fun things to do. But, for many of us who eat out regularly, there are many pitfalls that can get in the way of our health.
We all live busy, crazy lives–commuting, juggling second jobs, ferrying kids to activities. Who has the energy (or the time) to make a nice healthy meal every night? What used to be an occasional occurrence has become a regularity, with some estimates saying that 40 percent of meals are eaten out of home. Other surveys have shown that Americans are eating out at least five times a week. Either way, we are spending a lot of time with a menu in our hands trying to decide what we are going to eat. I wanted to share the findings of two recent studies that showcase our penchant for eating out can be getting in the way of our health!

The first study was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association and found that when looking at 19 restaurant chains the average meal contained a whopping 1,128 calories! For many women trying to lose weight, their suggested daily caloric intake will often be 1,200-1,400 calories per day, so we can see why eating out is so challenging for people trying to control their weight.

Sitting down in your favorite restaurant almost guarantees a calorie overload for both men and women. Did you know that, along with those excess calories, the average chain restaurant meal also contained 151 percent of the recommended daily salt intake, almost 90 percent of your daily fat needs, and 60 percent of recommended cholesterol intake?

That study focused on large restaurant chains and you might be tempted to think that those small, hometown restaurants might be healthier.
Actually, the opposite may be true. Another study, also published in JAMA, looked at these smaller non-chain restaurants and used calorimetry to determine how many calories the average lunch or dinner entrée contained. What they discovered was the average meal at these small restaurants contained 1,327 calories–and that was just the entree! The calorie measurement did not include appetizers, drinks, or desserts!
So, here is my advice: Study the menu items carefully. Many restaurants are now required to have calories listed. Go for the broiled or grilled options. Ask for dressings or sauces on the side–and add just a small amount. Another major pitfall is the evolution of larger portion sizes over the years. But just because larger portions are served doesn’t mean you have to eat it, right? This is more difficult than it sounds; many studies have shown that people will eat whatever portion is served them–so I suggest that you plan to share your entrée with whomever you are dining with. When I’m dining with someone, we tend to each order a salad and then split the entrée. Many restaurants will even nicely split the entrée onto two plates for you! If your dinner partner doesn’t want to share an entrée, ask the kitchen to box up half the entrée before they bring it out to you–then you won’t be tempted!

Eating out should be a joy–and it does not have to compromise your health if you take a little time to scan the menu for the lower calorie choices, share entrees, and drink plenty of water throughout your meal. This can help you feel nice and full! And be careful with the three D’s–drinks, dressing, and dessert!
Have a healthy and productive week! 

MJ 


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Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Being Healthier Doesn’t Mean You Can’t Have Fun This Summer!






This post was written by Jacqui McCoy, a Shaklee Distributor and participant of Extreme Makeover®: Weight-Loss Edition. Watch here YouTube video above for more on Jacqui and her success with Shaklee 180! :) 

So many people focus on getting healthier and losing weight for summer. However, summer is a great time to keep at it! Whether you are starting out now or continuing your health journey, I’d like to share with you some of my summer strategies to stay healthier and reach weight-loss goals.

  1. Take advantage of the warm weather and get outside! Change up your workout routine and incorporate outdoor activities. It can be as simple as walking in your neighborhood or trying something you have never done before. I developed a love for biking after trying it on the show Extreme Weight Loss® on ABC. Not only is it enjoyable but being outside gives me a boost of vitamin D too!
  1. Change up the menu and incorporate all the fruits and vegetables that are in season this summer. When it is hot outside a lighter meal is so much more appealing. I like to experiment with different chopped salads for dinner. My favorite is a spinach salad with cucumbers, grilled salmon, and a handful of blueberries with light vinaigrette. I also like to keep chopped berries and melons in the fridge for a quick summer snack.
  1. Remember to stay hydrated! In the summer I drink more water than usual because of the heat. Many times when you are thirsty you think you are hungry. Staying hydrated can help keep your appetite under control and keep you on track.

On the go this summer? Summer vacations are something we look forward to all year. If you are planning a family vacation why not try something active? The possibilities are endless. Take your family on a hiking trip, a canoe trip, or just make sure wherever you go some of the sightseeing is done on foot so you can get your activity in. Take your favorite Shaklee 180™ product(s) with you. When I am traveling I count out how many days I’ll be gone and take enough Energizing Smoothie mix, Meal-in-a-Bars, snacks, and supplements to get me through the vacation. Each day you can still enjoy healthy meals out with your family while feeling good about staying on plan.

Have a happy, healthy, active summer!

MJ

Shaklee 180 helped me lose 35+ pounds!
See the difference at http://weightloss180.info  

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Monday, July 15, 2013

7 Nutritional Fat Burners



Losing weight can be accomplished by doing routine exercise. In addition, it’s likewise important to manage exactly what meals can assist burn fat naturally from the body.
Metabolism is the process of transforming food into energy. Method a slow procedure calories more most likely to be transformed into fat. Goods is a concern, in addition to control meals intake. Food can act as a metabolic process booster is likewise vital.
Here are 7 meals that can help the natural metabolic procedures of the body:

Apple
The fruit’s rich in nutrients and includes enough fiber to keep the food digestion healthy. Consume an apple 20 mins long before a meal and this practice will make the body soaks up less calories than your primary meal.

Turkey
Food is thought about a good option substitute chicken for reduced calorie content, but it’s high in protein and nutrients. It’s said that just 5 ounces of turkey contains 175 calories and 10 grams of fat.

Broccoli
Add broccoli to your diet daily can help you drop weight, since broccoli consisting of low-calorie meals. About 1 small bowl of steamed broccoli provides 2 times the amount of vitamin C and K you require in one day. Broccoli is likewise a great source of vitamin B6, vitamin B2, phosphorus, magnesium, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids are very good.

Almonds
Almonds can speed up metabolism normally in the body. Food is also able to decrease cholesterol and lower blood sugar level.

Paprika
Paprika is very good for fat burning. Peppers can be contributed to the menu in the meals without including calories in it. Peppers also include capsaicin which serves as a natural fat burner.

Nuts
Legumes such as soybeans and red beans have the important nutrients such as iron, vitamin B and fiber teams. Nuts assist maintain routine bowel motions because of the texture of the fiber relocates with the digestive system quickly.

Green tea
Green tea offers epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) in it. It assists improve the function of the nerves which will likewise enhance your metabolic process. In addition, green tea is likewise an excellent antioxidant to prevent cancer.

May your week be healthy and productive! 

MJ 
Shaklee, America’s number one natural nutrition company!


Sunday, July 14, 2013

3 Tips for Overcoming Obstacles in Your Weight-Loss Journey






Let’s face it, hard times hit us all but how YOU choose to let it affect you and your weight loss are what sets you apart from the rest.

More than four weeks ago I severely injured my heel and ended up with 12 stitches and one massive infection. I am still healing and have instructions to keep my foot elevated and not walk on it. Boy, that sure is hard having two little boys at home to chase around. The hardest part of this unfortunate injury isn’t the pain but rather the lack of exercise I am getting because I can’t use my foot. Walking and swimming are my favorite summertime activities and, sadly, those are put on hold until this heel heals.
I have learned a few things over the past four weeks about overcoming obstacles and I would like to share these three tips with you.

  1. Think Positively: Rather than focusing on the negative situation you are in, focus on the things you can do to make it better. I may not be able to walk or do my cardio fitness but I can do arm exercises and bent-knee pushups. These small reminders do wonders for the psyche.

  1. Focus Your Energy Elsewhere: Typically, when I am without injury you will find me walking the dogs, strolling around downtown, or training for a 5k. Now, instead of seeing me on the street, you will find me working in my lush garden, catching up on my pile of books “I will read when I have time,” and trying to master a new healthy recipe. You really should Google cauliflower pizza crust recipe and try it one night! That recipe is dazzling and healthy!

  1. Make Plans! Lastly and most importantly, make plans for what goals you will accomplish when you are back to your old self. I set up and paid for a 5k that, sadly, I will not get to race but that has propelled me to find another race this fall that I know I can conquer. I was pretty bummed out knowing that I would miss this one but finding and planning another is pretty exciting. Who doesn’t like to have something to look forward to? As funny as it sounds, I also can’t wait to beat my 5-year-old in a sprint, or at least try. He sure is fast and he has been practicing in my “off-season.”

No matter what life throws at you, be true to yourself and maintain your equilibrium. You will find that your body and your mind will thank you. Following these simple steps may help you along your way.
Have you had to overcome an injury or other obstacle in your weight-loss journey? What helped you through it?

I myself have lost over 35 pounds on the Shaklee 180 weight loss program and feel great and full of energy at 44. Get into a daily exercise routine and portion your meals. This my my key to success in weight loss journey. 1-2 pounds a week is much healthier than dropping 15 pounds in a month. 

I hope you have a healthy and productive week and use the force! ;)

MJ 
Shaklee 180, my personal journey to natural and successful weight loss! 
Check it out at http://weightloss180.info  

Contact me if you would like to join me for a healthy weight loss journey! 

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Saturday, July 13, 2013

PART 7 Shaklee's Energizing Soy Protein


Soy and Breast and Prostate Health

It has long been known that many soy-consuming Asian populations have better rates of breast and prostate health than do Western populations. There are many factors involved in prostate health, but a recent, large-scale population-health study suggests soy intake as one of those factors. In this study, men who reported frequently consuming soy milk (which contains isoflavones) were 70% more likely to maintain prostate health during a follow-up period, compared to the men who had little or no soy in their diet.
A recent population-health study conducted in China investigated the relationship between soy intake during adolescence and breast health later in life. After adjustments for known risk factors, higher soy food intakes reported during the teen years were associated with significantly better breast health when these women reached their pre- and postmenopausal adult years.9 Researchers believe that soy intake starting at a young age and continued throughout life is linked to maintaining breast health.
Another way that soy may promote heart, breast, and prostate health is by providing protection against oxidation damage. The soy isoflavone genistein has been shown to have antioxidant properties.1
NOTE: While the totality of evidence suggests health benefits for soy, scientific opinion is not uniform on the appropriate use of soy by women with a history of breast cancer. We recommend that women with this history discuss the option of soy intake with their physician.

Soy and Menopause

Cross-cultural studies of menopausal women have found that women in Japan experience a smoother transitional period than women in the West.11 Soy foods are commonly consumed in Asian countries, providing an estimated 25–45 mg of isoflavones per day for the average person.12
For the menopausal woman, soy has particular interest, as it is studied for both its apparent beneficial effect during menopause as well as for bone-building and helping to retain normal cholesterol levels.*

Have a healthy and productive weekend! 
MJ 

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Friday, July 12, 2013

PART 6 Shaklee's Energizing Protein


Soy and Bone Health

Americans typically think of dairy products as the best source of calcium, but there are many other good sources of calcium. In fact, Energizing Soy Protein is an excellent source of dietary calcium, providing 50% of the daily value of this important nutrient per serving.

Protein from soy may also offer bone-health advantages by replacing sources of animal protein in the diet. For long-term bone health, calcium intake is only part of the story. Urinary calcium loss is another factor that contributes to a negative calcium balance. High consumption of animal proteins, which are high in sulfur amino acids, appear to be responsible for this effect. 

Soy protein, which has less sulfur amino acids relative to meat and other animal protein sources, may result in less calcium being lost in the urine and help keep calcium in the skeleton. In one study, calcium excretion was found to be 30% lower when dietary protein from soy sources was compared to equal amounts of protein from beef, fish, and chicken in healthy adults consuming a constant amount of calcium.

The isoflavones in soy foods may also help support healthy bones. A recent study showed that dietary intake of soy products containing isoflavones had a significant positive impact on bone turnover in healthy postmenopausal women.

Have a Healthy and productive weekend! 

MJ 

Shaklee, making bones healthy since 1956! 

Thursday, July 11, 2013

PART 5 Shaklee's Energizing Soy Protein



The American Cancer Society has created guidelines
for a healthy diet:

1. Choose most of the foods you eat from plant sources. •Eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables
each day. • Eat other foods from plant sources, such as breads,
cereals, grain products, rice, pasta, or beans several times each day.
2. Limit your intake of high-fat foods, particularly from animal sources. •Choose foods low in fat. • Limit consumption of meats, especially those high in fat.
3. Be physically active: achieve and maintain a healthy weight. •Be at least moderately active for 30 minutes or more
each day. •Stay within your healthy weight range.
4. Limit consumption of alcoholic beverages, if you drink at all. •For people who already drink alcoholic beverages, limit
intake to two drinks a day for men and one drink per day for women.
Soy foods fit guidelines 1 and 2 for a health-promoting diet.



What Are Phytoestrogens
and How Do They Work?

Soybeans are rich in a class of phytochemical compounds called isoflavones, particularly the phytoestrogens genistein and daidzein. Phytoestrogens are remarkably similar in molecular structure to the female hormone estrogen. They are thought to behave in the body like estrogen but at just a fraction of the strength of the powerful estrogens naturally produced by the body. Scientists suspect that it’s the relative weakness of these phytoestrogens that may actually work to support and protect our health.
Body tissues that utilize estrogen for normal, healthy function contain estrogen receptors, which bind to the estrogen that circulates in the blood. Researchers have hypothesized that when a diet is rich in soy foods, phytoestrogens may bind to some of these receptors. Phytoestrogens are currently being studied for heart, bone, and breast health.

I hope your week is healthy and productive!

MJ 

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Wednesday, July 10, 2013

PART 4 Shaklee's Energizing Soy Protien



Why Choose Shaklee Energizing Soy Protein?
  • 14 grams of protein per serving 
  • Uses only IPP-certified non-GMO soy protein 
  • Highest-rated protein quality 
  • Natural vegetarian protein source 
  • Naturally cholesterol free
  • No saturated fat
  • 1 gram of total fat per serving
  • Naturally lactose free
50% of your daily needs for calcium
All the amino acids, including the nine essential ones you must get from food
Water-processed to retain naturally occurring isoflavones such as genistein and daidzein
Choice of Creamy Cocoa or Natural Vanilla flavors • No artificial flavors, sweeteners, colors, or preservatives
added 
Kosher certified

Heart Health Benefits of Soy

38 studies indicates that consuming protein from soy foods is linked to retaining normal cholesterol levels.. Another study suggests that soy protein may have antioxidant proper ties that helps protect “bad” (LDL) cholesterol from oxidizing.3

Beyond the potential of soy to positively impact the cholesterol that travels through arteries, soy isoflavones may also support the healthy function of the arteries themselves. 

One study showed that menopausal women taking soy protein supplements (rich in isoflavones) experienced a significant improvement in elasticity of their arteries. This elasticity has been shown to decline with age, a change that is viewed as a risk factor for cardiovascular health. Some scientists are predicting that these isoflavone effects may prove to be as valuable in supporting heart-healthy aging as their potential to retain normal cholesterol levels.

Here is the link to this awesome product! 

Have a healthy and product week! 
MJ 

Shaklee, Caring and sharing naturally since 1956!

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

PART 3 Shaklee's Energizing Soy


Who Might Benefit from Energizing Soy Protein?

  • 58 million people who are concerned about heart health • People interested in reducing their intake of the typically high-fat, high-cholesterol animal sources of protein and supplementing their diet with a plant-based protein source that is naturally low in fat and lactose and cholesterol free
  • Vegetarians or vegans looking for a high-quality protein source that contains no animal products
  • People interested in the health benefits associated with consuming soy
  • Anyone interested in supporting the body’s natural ability to ward off hunger and maintain energy for hour


How Does Shaklee Soy Protein
Work to Sustain Energy?

The key to Shaklee Soy Protein’s amazing ability to help people feel energized for hours is something scientists refer to as glycemic response.

Glycemic response describes the effect a food has on blood sugar. Foods like a hot-fudge sundae can cause your blood sugar to spike and then plummet rapidly. A short time after you’ve finished the last spoonful, you feel tired, irritable, and surprisingly hungry considering the number of calories you’ve just consumed. This is exactly the opposite of how you feel after a serving of Shaklee Soy Protein.
In a clinical study, subjects consumed 110 calories from carbohydrates alone and their blood sugar was measured every half hour. As expected, blood sugar shot up immediately and then quickly crashed. It’s this “roller- coaster” response that can lead to feelings of jitteriness, irritability, and hunger.
However, when subjects consumed 110 calories of Shaklee Soy Protein, the results were significantly different. Blood sugar didn’t spike, nor did it plummet. Instead, it remained essentially level. The body’s natural metabolic balance was undisturbed.

Have a health yand productive week! 

MJ 

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Monday, July 8, 2013

PART 2 Shaklee's Energizing Soy Protein


Are You Concerned About the
Nutritional Content of Your Food?

If so, you’re not alone. A 1999 survey indicated that 87% of consumers reported changing their eating habits due to specific health concerns. Among the greatest worries were heart health and dietary cholesterol intake. The major dietary concern (reported by almost half of those surveyed) was reducing fat.1

Animal protein is a major contributor to the fat in the average American diet. Americans eat plenty of protein, but it is mostly from meat, eggs, and dairy sources, which are usually high in saturated fat and cholesterol.

In contrast, Energizing Soy Protein is high in protein, that is naturally low in fat, and naturally lactose and cholesterol free. It also provides all the amino acids, including the nine essential ones your body needs but cannot manufacture itself. Using the newest methods for assessing the quality of protein, soy protein that given the score of 1.0 — the highest rating possible and equal to that given animal proteins such as those from eggs and milk. Energizing Soy Protein products are also good sources of calcium and iron.

In addition, Energizing Soy Protein provides naturally occurring beneficial plant compounds that are being extensively studied. Soy contains isoflavones, especially genistein and daidzein. These are intriguing to researchers because they are phytoestrogens and may be related to soy’s ability to regulate hormonal balance and deliver long-term health benefits.

Some soy protein products are alcohol-processed, which removes isoflavones. Energizing Soy Protein is water- washed to retain naturally occurring isoflavones such as genistein and daidzein. Shaklee uses only non-genetically modified (GMO) soy protein certified through an Identity Preservation Program (IPP). This program assures that the soy we use is tightly monitored and controlled from planting and harvesting to processing.

Here is a direct link to Shaklee’s Energizing Soy Protein:
It comes in three yummy flavors! Natural Vanilla, Creamy Cocoa, and Regular 

Have a healthy and productive week! 
MJ 

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COMING TOMORROW, PART 3 of Shaklee’s Energizing Soy Protein! 

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PART 1 Shaklee's Energizing Soy Protein


DELIVERS SUSTAINED ENERGY, WITH HIGHEST QUALITY PLANT BASED PROTEIN AVAILABLE!This low-fat, non-GMO (non-genetically modified organism) biologically complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids. It's ideal for the entire family, giving you 14 grams of heart-healthy soy protein per serving* More than a healthy snack alternative, Energizing Soy Protein is a delicious way to fuel your body with high-quality, heart-healthy soy protein.* Hour after hour, it offers a measurable energy lift.
The highest quality plant-based protein available, Energizing Soy Protein is a biologically complete protein source that's:
  • Naturally low in fat
  • Cholesterol free
  • Replete with all essential amino acids.
As part of a healthy diet:*
  • Helps build muscle, skin, and hormones
  • Supports the immune system
  • Retains normal cholesterol levels
  • Promotes heart and prostate health.
  • Contains soy isoflavones, which can help minimize hot flashes and promote breast health.
Here is a direct link to Shaklee’s Energizing Soy Protein:

Have a healthy and productive week! 
MJ 
Shaklee, rockin’ the free world naturally since 1956
COMING TOMORROW PART 2 OF SHAKLEE’S ENERGIZING PROTEIN!!!