I bet you didn’t know that there is a specific class of vegetables that contain very specific phytonutrients that actually help to fight against abdominal fat.
then you may already know about how certain chemicals in our food supply and our environment, such as pesticides, herbicides, and certain petrochemicals from household cleaners, cosmetics, etc can act as xenoestrogens.
Xenoestrogens are chemicals that you are exposed to that have an estrogenic effect and excess exposure can cause hormone balance disruptions for both men and women. So these can wreak havoc in the body for both guys and gals.
These estrogenic chemicals that we are exposed to on a daily basis can stimulate your body to store belly fat, along with many other problems.
So here’s where this specific class of vegetables comes in handy…
One of those cool tricks that I teach in my Fat Burning Kitchen program is that cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, kale, cabbage, etc. contain specific and uniquephytonutrients such as indole-3-carbinol (I3C) that help to fight against these estrogenic compounds…
And by fighting against these belly fat stimulating estrogenic chemicals, this can help you fight against abdominal fat!
So there you go… just another excuse to do what mom always told you and eat more broccoli!
I’ve really learned to like brussells sprouts in the last year too… Melt a little grass-fed cheese on them and some garlic and they’re great!
In case you haven’t picked up your copy yet, I give away at least 12 other specific foods, teas, spices, etc that help to combat the xenoestrogens and can help you to burn abdominal fat faster in my new program… make sure to grab your copy before the price doubles tomorrow
Pass this onto your friends… I bet you’ll shock them with this article about xenoestrogens and how broccoli, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts can help to fight the battle against abdominal fat.
Enjoy!
Mike Geary
Certified Nutrition Specialist
Certified Personal Trainer
Getting a full night’s sleep is as important to good health as maintaining a proper diet and getting enough exercise. Yet a third of Americans get less than 6 ½ hours of sleep each night – much less the recommended 7-8 hours.
Lack of sleep is associated with an inflammation causing increase of cytokine molecules. Long term insomnia leads to chronic inflammation. This significantly increases the risk of hardening of the arteries, high blood pressure, stroke, and heart disease.
Scary health consequences aside, we simply feel better after we get a good night’s rest. So here are 10 tips you can use right away to improve your odds of getting to sleep faster and staying asleep longer.
Avoid caffeine late in the day. Caffeine affects your body up to 8 hours, so switch to decaf or herbal teas after lunch. Watch out for caffeinated drinks like sodas and hot chocolate too.
Exercise earlier – at least 45 minutes to an hour before bedtime. Exercise is important and will help you obtain a more restful sleep, but your body needs time to wind down.
Avoid drinking before bedtime. Give your body at least an hour to eliminate excess fluids. Otherwise you’re more likely to wake for a midnight bathroom run to empty your bladder.
Stick to a schedule so your body can get into a routine. Keep the same bedtime and waking routine even on non-work days for improved sleep quality.
Skip long naps as they can throw off your sleep cycle. Power naps of 15-20 minutes are better.
Find your best sleep position. Back sleep is recommended as the most stable position for the spine. Placing a pillow under your legs can reduce lower back stress. If you prefer sleeping on your side, try placing a pillow between your legs for better hip support and comfort. Experiment to find what helps you get the best night’s sleep without waking up sore.
Use the right size and number of pillows. Your head and neck should maintain a roughly straight line while you sleep. Your head should not be propped up or tilted down at an angle.
Dress (or undress) for comfort so heat or cold won’t keep you awake or prevent you from sleeping through the night.
Keep your room dark. Turn off the lights, close the curtains, even cover electronic lights if you have to. If you must use a TV or radio to fall asleep, use the sleep timer.
Eat a “sleepy snack” such as turkey, yogurt, ice cream, or peanuts. These all have high levels of tryptophan which helps your body produce serotonin and relax for sleep — but eat them an hour before bed.
Bonus sleep tip!
When all else fails, many will try sleeping pills which can lead to drug dependence. Try using a safer and non-habit forming herbal sleep aid instead which won’t leave you feeling drugged out in the morning.
Chronic back pain and sciatica sufferers for years have turned to doctors, chiropractors and physical therapists for pain relief. Back pain is frequently caused by pinched nerves along the spinal column. As a result, various surgical and non-surgical spinal decompression techniques have been developed to increase the space between vertebrae relieving the pressure and reducing pain.
Two home spinal decompression devices have become very popular in recent years: inversion therapy tables and the Nubax Trio. Both provide back pain and sciatica sufferers a safe and convenient home treatment option. With price points well below $500 they also cost significantly less than traditional therapy.
Inversion tables and gravity boots are based on techniques dating to at least Hippocrates circa 400BC. Used to hang upside down, these devices harness the force of gravity to provide a gentle traction on the entire length of the spine. Inversion therapy has been proven effective with one recent study showing patients who used inversion therapy along with physiotherapy (stretching exercises) were 70% less likely to require back surgery than patients using physiotherapy alone.
The Nubax Trio is a newer spinal decompression device clinically proven to treat a wide range of chronic back problems. A belt secures the user’s waist while gripping the handles and leaning forward. This creates a gentle traction from the shoulder blades down through the SI Joint at the bottom of the back using the body’s own weight without requiring inversion.
While both inversion tables and the Nubax Trio provide traction, only inversion tables provide traction along the entire length of the spine. Since the Nubax Trio does not decompress the upper spine it is not as effective for neck pain.
The Nubax Trio provides effective traction for the mid and lower back without the strain on knees and ankles some inversion tables and gravity boots cause. It also eliminates the undesirable effects of inversion some people notice such as lightheadedness or dizziness and is safe for diabetics and those with high blood pressure.
Both devices can provide very effective back pain and sciatica relief. Optimum results will often be obtained by combining home spinal decompression therapy with other treatments such as muscle balance therapy which address the underlying causes of back pain.
Pain relief for osteoarthritis pain is often a process of trial and error. Healthcare practitioners have searched many years for the “holy grail” of osteoarthritis treatments: a safe treatment effective for 100% of patients. It appears the search is over.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen are commonly taken to reduce pain and swelling, but carry long term health risks. Severe osteoarthritis is often treated with even riskier COX-2 inhibitor medications.
Steroid and artificial joint fluid injections are another option but don’t work for every patient. Some try physical therapy which takes 3-6 weeks to determine effectiveness.
Now osteoarthritis sufferers have an option that has astonished researchers: a natural compound with zero side effects and a 100% success rate. This compound, Celadrin®, is derived from a proprietary process of esterifying oils – a process similar to the creation of fragrances or flavors. But in this case, the compound is scientifically formulated to provide osteoarthritis joint pain relief.
Double blind, placebo controlled studies on Celadrin® published in the Journal of Rheumatology have proven the compound effective and safe in both oral and topical cream administrations. It works similar to the essential fatty acids found in fish oils, but in a much more dramatic fashion.
Users of either oral supplements or topical creams with Celadrin® have universally reported reduced pain and stiffness , improved balance and strength, and better mobility. Better yet, benefits are cumulative showing twice a day use for 30 days actually induces changes at the cellular level providing lubrication needed to allow the body to repair joint damage and reduce cartilage breakdown in the joints.
According to clinical studies and patient testimonials, either Celadrin® is the holy grail of osteoarthritis joint pain relief, or the closest thing we’ve found yet.
Ice and heat are both well known for their ability to treat pain by breaking the pain-spasm cycle. So are many rub on treatments which provide a cooling or warming sensation.
The problem with most heating remedies is they only provide superficial relief. The heat only penetrates a few millimeters at best meaning it doesn’t provide full benefit to deeper muscle aches and pains.
One increasingly popular option in recent years is the use of far infrared heating pads. Originally found primarily in alternative healthcare practitioner offices, the technology has now matured. Individuals can now purchase affordable far infrared heating pads for home use.
What is far infrared heat?
Think of walking outside on a sunny day. The air temperature is constant, but you immediately feel cooler when you walk into the shade This is because the sun’s infrared rays directly penetrates and heats your body.
Don’t confuse far infrared heat (FIR) with the skin damaging ultraviolet light also provided by the sun. FIR is completely safe. Many hospitals now use infrared heating systems to keep babies warm in their neonatal units.
What does far infrared heat do?
Exposure to FIR allows heat to penetrate as far as 3 inches deep. This deep penetrating heat gently causes an artificial “fever” without the unpleasant side effect of actually being sick. As a result, blood circulation is improved to the treated area bringing more healing oxygen to joints and extremities and speeding healing of injuries.
FIR stimulates the blood vessels to expand which allows the improved blood circulation without increasing blood pressure.
Another impact of far infrared heat is the breakdown of toxin filled large water molecules. The increased circulation and warmth then causes the body to rid itself of toxins and wastes through perspiration.
Here are some other known benefits of far infrared heat:
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Getting a full night’s sleep is as important to good health as maintaining a proper diet and getting enough exercise. Yet a third of Americans get less than 6 ½ hours of sleep each night – much less the recommended 7-8 hours.
Two home spinal decompression devices have become very popular in recent years: inversion therapy tables and the Nubax Trio. Both provide back pain and sciatica sufferers a safe and convenient home treatment option. With price points well below $500 they also cost significantly less than traditional therapy.
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Pain relief for osteoarthritis pain is often a process of trial and error. Healthcare practitioners have searched many years for the “holy grail” of osteoarthritis treatments: a safe treatment effective for 100% of patients. It appears the search is over.
