Monthly Archives: April 2010

My Top 10 Foods for Fat Loss

Top 10 Foods For Fat Loss This is taken from My Q&A from The Empowered Transformation Coaching Program Empowered Member Question: "What are your top 10 must eat foods for fat loss?" You can read it in full detail on the blog www.EmpoweredNutrition.com, but for now here is the list and a sentence to get you thinking. Okay so Top 10 Foods For Fat Loss, this is not an easy task, there are so many things I want to do and say about foods for fat loss, for now, here we go. Water (I had a bunch of Transformation Coaching clients tell me “that’s NOT food!”) Okay fine so water isn’t “food” but it is the most important substance you can take into your body... Water is 100% essential need to the body, and 100% essential for fat loss. If nothing else remember this the next time you chug down some water. "How do you think that fat leaves the body?" I will give you a hint, it doesn’t just magically disappear into nothing. Eggs My next choice is eggs, especially egg whites and omega 3 eggs. You know there is just nothing you can’t do with good old fashioned natural eggs... Oatmeal Oatmeal is a personal obsession, it is hard not to put it at one because of my pure love for it but nonetheless here it is,…

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Caffeine For Fat Loss and Performance

OK so today I want to cover a few things, lots of things, more things, totally too busy to get it all done, kind of crazy things... I mean lots and lots and lots of stuff... Read the entire Article on Caffeine >> www.EmpoweredNutrition.com/caffeine-for-fat-loss-and-performance Alright enough with the BUZZ talk for today. Point blank I want to share some evidence on caffeine and how it can help and hinder your results for the gym, the office and the home. This is quite typically the most over documented product in the world and the most blogged about topic on the net. I am taking a more clinical approach to this blog post as I have given you some of the more simple evidence in past posts. Today we get technical and with this information you will see how caffeine can enhance most other products and foods you may be using or ingesting. Specifically I am always impressed with the good old "Grapefruit and Coffee Diet" or more accurately "Naringin and Caffeine" for fat loss. Now to the technical stuff for Caffeine. Caffeine is a Nonessential Micronutrient My Summary Caffeine is the most widely used "drug" in the world, consumed daily by millions in coffee, tea, and sodas. We use it for its stimulating effects, for a jolt of energy, or in an…

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Grapefruit For Fat Loss

Grapefruit For Fat Loss Grapefruit is highly abundant in a component called Naringin. It is this Naringin that makes the cragefruit diet work. That and the caffeine from coffee, the restricted high glycemic and complex carbs and low calories. But none the less Naringin is very effective for fat loss, medicinal assitance, performance boost and much more. This is a general overview. The full article is available at www.EmpoweredNutrition.com/naringin-for-fat-loss Naringin is a Nonessential Micronutrient My Summary While Naringin has become most popular for its synergistic effects with other supplements, especially caffeine, it’s quickly gaining ground for its other potential benefits. In particular, its ability to support healing of our tissues after intense, grueling workouts. But make no mistake, the best reason to be interested in Naringin is to increase the effectiveness of the other supplements you may be taking. Get the facts in this unique and interesting review of Grapefruit and Naringin. Other names for Naringin: citrus bioflavonoid, grapefruit peel, orange peel Where to find Naringin Naringin is a flavonoid extracted from the inner peel of grapefruit and other citrus fruits (albeit in lower amounts). Much of the early research into citrus-fruit flavonoids was funded by the Florida orange juice industry looking for a commercial use for orange peel. Grapefruit product manufacturers try to use fruits with low Naringin content since it…

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Look Who’s Half Way to 72

OK this is NOT your ordinary blog post from me... I am going to tell you this point blank and center for all our benefit. Today I turned 36 on April 19th, 2010. I am excited as I feel young, not old and I know that as bad as my nutrition is, it is the good nutrition that far outweighs my bad days and keeps me feeling this way. So to celebrate my 36 years young, 3 kids, 1 awesome wife and a great life, I am going to do my best to help you AND help others the one way I know how to do that... I am going to urge you to help me help others. I want you to help me accomplish my goal of providing FOOD and WATER for those in need and make it your goal as well. For example, Haiti is still in desperate need of BOTH Food and Water. They need much more than that, but those two are essential. My friends at the Village of Hope in Oouagadougo are always in need of more food and water, but tehy are now growing thier own food thanks to the water well drilling and installation (I was part of that team) that took place about 7 years ago and are now providing water and food…

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Bullet Proof Your Back!

I know you are busy and have a lot to do, but I also know that there is a good chance you suffer from back pain like I do. I wanted to take a quick moment to give you some tips to help correct your back pain and create a “bullet proof back”, but to be honest my friend Eric does a much better job at it over at BulletProofYourBack.com You can read the rest of my painful story on the Empowered Nutrition Blog www.EmpoweredNutrition.com or you can go see the even more scary back pain experience that Eric has endured and the reason for this awesome program by visiting www.BulletProofYourBack.com The Number #1 Cause of Back Pain is Repetitive Stress The #1 Way to Relieve the Back Pain is Proactive Stretching and Exercise... The #1 Reason Most People still suffer from Back Pain is NOT knowing exactly what exercises to do and what order, how much and how often. I have chronic back pain. It’s so bad at times that I am laid out in bed for days. I mean this problem is mostly due to sports injuries and lack of active rehab. It’s ridiculous; you can literally see my hips shoot out and over by and inch or more and up more than an inch to the…

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Fish Oils and Healthy Joints

"Omega-3 fatty acids Improves Mobility, Healthy Joints and Other Inflammatory Disorders" Arthritis and Joint Disorders are inflammatory conditions linked to toxic free radicals. Conventional treatments, such as non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory prescription drugs (NSAIDs), only offers symptomatic relief; they do not reverse arthritic conditions. This group of inflammatory drugs including Aleave, Motrin IB and aspirin, can lead to side effects like stomach ulcers, kidney problems and ringing in the ears. These drugs hamper joint healing and the muscle-building process itself, which is why an increasing number of people with joint problems are choosing alternative approaches. One of the most promising natural alternatives is Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil. Omega-3 fatty acids can help to ease morning stiffness and tenderness in the joints. Clinical studies of Omega-3 supplements in patients with rheumatoid arthritis have demonstrated a reduction of arthritic symptoms; including pain, the number of tender joints and morning stiffness. Also, studies conducted in this population have shown that taking Omega-3 supplements led to a decreased use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and corticosteroids, with effects peaking over a 6-8 month period. A very promising, recent study published in Surgical Neurology investigated Omega-3 supplementation (with EPA and DHA) for non-surgical neck and back pain. The results were striking - a majority reported improvement in their pain symptoms and 4 in 5 patients were satisfied with their improvement... Read…

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TOP 10 REASONS for Fruits and Veggies

TOP 10 REASONS FOR FRUITS AND VEGGIES So as you can tell for those of us living in the “Great White North” spring has sprung and I am making a strong focus for fruits and veggies... and meats too, but let me get to that later this week. With the season on us, some of the early fruits and veggies are coming out and this season is shaping up to be a great one. Besides the obvious reasons to eat natural grown foods, it is also good to use fresh locally grown fruits and veggies for BOTH fat loss and muscle building as well as health and vitality. So here it is a short list of great reasons for Fruits and Veggies Fruits and veggies are delicious! Some crunch, some are juicy, some you can peel, some you can grow in your own backyard! Fruits and veggies are nature’s treat and easy to grab for a snack. Fresh fruits and veggies – there are hundreds to choose from. Try a new one today! Eating a healthy diet including fruits and veggies can help contribute to your overall health and vitality. Eating plenty of fruits and veggies may help reduce the risk of some types of cancer. Most fruits and veggies are naturally low in calories. Fruits and veggies provide fibre that helps fill you up and keeps your digestive system…

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