Well Tuned Naturally

In the ongoing ‘battle of the bulge’ era, company after company has profited from those who have bought into their sales pitch for one product or another.

A creative marketing strategy of late is the number of food products released, packaged to contain only 100 calories – that’s only ‘100 measly calories’ to allow you to feel self-righteous even while indulging. But have you ever taken time to do the math?

What math you may ask? Well before we talk about that, let’s review a few of the basics of weight gain and weight loss.

The amount of energy contained within food is reported in a unit of measure called the ‘calorie’. Many governments require food manufacturers to include nutritional labels on their products reporting the energy value of the food. This allows you to know how many calories a serving of that food would contribute to your intake for the day.

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The cells of the body require two things to produce energy: nutrients from the food we eat and oxygen. Cell oxygen deprivation can contribute to immune dysfunction, fatigue, blood chemistry disturbances, cardiac symptoms, anxiety, sleep and respiratory problems, dizziness, and intestinal problems, just to name a few. The Chi Machine addresses oxygen issues through ‘exercise’ massage.

The Chi Machine was developed by Dr. Shizuo Inoue, a Japanese doctor who spent 38 years researching and studying the effects of oxygen on the body. His research led him to create this machine that employs a unique speed and movement. Internationally patented for it’s exact speed, height, swing motion, motor and components, it’s unique in assuring suitability with the body’s physiological design.

Fifteen minutes on the machine can deliver to the body the amount of oxygen taken in during a brisk 90 minute walk. Please understand, this is not to replace your cardiovascular workouts, but is to oxygenate the body.

Clinical trial studies show that the device is clinically tested and proven to:

* Improve lymphatic drainage and circulation,
* Reduce body fat and body weight and,
* Provide pain relief.

It is recommended to start with 2-5 minute sessions and to work up from there.

Do you remember the days of being able to eat whatever you wanted, whenever you wanted, without seeing any change in what the scale was reporting? Weren’t those the days! So what happened? As time passes, digestive systems take a real beating and many find themselves starting to pack on extra pounds. The good news is, it does not have to stay that way.

The Problem Starts Early

Studies have reported that as early as the age of three the stomachs of many children are already in a state of shock from what they are forced to process. While it usually takes a few years for symptoms to appear, the assault started long before.

Shocking The System

Besides the affect of unhealthy food choices and chemical ingestion, the stomach and digestive system as a whole is hard-hit from the impact of life’s daily stress. Since our body systems are intertwined, a blow in one area ripples into the others.

Toxins Build

As the digestive system becomes impaired in its ability to process all that is sent its way, toxins start to build up in the body. As a survival mechanism the body then starts to gain mass to reduce the percentage of total body toxicity, storing the toxins in the fat cells. This then tends to push people to start dieting, which for many is the beginning of a frustrating loop of weight loss and weight gain – determination and disappointment.

A Fact About Weight Loss

The body really does not care how much it weighs. It is most concerned with how its systems are functioning and will spend its energy coming to the aid of any system working at a sub-optimum level. Since fat loss requires so much energy, there is none available for it if some system is out of order.

Lose The Fat Forever

So, the key to permanent weight loss is to get to the root of the problem, which for many is going to be getting their stomach out of the state of shock and back to operating at its full potential. While this can take some time, many will see results quickly when they start to provide their bodies with premium fuel: whole foods with live enzymes that the body can easily and readily assimilate for its essential processes.

Essentials of Good Nutrition

To adequately provide your body with good nutrition, the whole foods should include a variety of colors and should incorporate different tastes such as bitter, sweet, sour, salty, astringent (cranberries and tea) and pungent (hot, spicy). As you start to nourish your body with nutrient dense foods, you will find that yourself drawn to making healthy choices and find that you are totally satisfied with eating less, as it’s quality, not quantity that your body is look for.

Watch The Fat Melt Away

Once the body nourishes its systems back to health, it will then have the energy to focus on weight loss. As you nourish your body with nutrient-packed food, it will at some point turn its attention to the removal of the toxins that are stored in the fat. As those toxins are released, the body will shed the fat and you will effortlessly return to your natural healthy weight.

Win The Battle

If you have tried dieting and have been unsuccessful, don’t beat yourself up; instead turn your attention to finding ways to nourish your body with superior nutrition, then watch what your body will do for you.

Unfortunately, weight loss for teenage girls frequently means, for many, improper dieting. These crash diets or experimentation with laxatives and diet pills can often lead to eating disorders, malnutrition and other significant health problems.

According to the U.S. Surgeon General, almost 70% of girls have tried to lose weight or go on a diet prior to their eighteenth birthday. This means kids are making the effort to drop the pounds – but do they really need it, and are they doing so in a way that’s truly helpful?

Instead of simply encouraging your teenage daughter to eat healthy meals, it’s also important to instruct her on healthy weight management habits that she can use for the rest of her life.

To learn how you can teach your child healthy weight management and weight loss habits, keep reading.

Encourage Gradual Weight Loss

If your child does actually need to shed some weight, a responsible parent should always encourage slow and gradual weight loss. The ideal rate for weight loss is 1-to-2 pounds per week. Anything more is often an indication of poor nutrition.

Additionally, rapid weight loss is often only temporary with the surprising likelihood of not only regaining all that was dropped but also continuing to gain beyond the original weight. Such a yo-yo pattern is not only discouraging, but it unhealthy for the heart.

In contrast, weight loss that’s gradual is more likely to be sustained in the long term.

Cut Out Fizzy Drinks

Among the greatest weight gain culprits for teens is high-sugar beverages like soda, energy drinks and sugary juices. Instead of routinely serving or providing these, encourage your teen to drink water as a replacement for the other calorie-laden liquids.

Make It a Family Affair

The best approach to teaching your teenager healthy eating patterns is to practice at home. If you don’t already do so, stock your kitchen with healthy foods, prepare well-rounded meals, and provide snacks that are nutritious, filling, and tasty.

When it comes to needed weight loss, teens who have the support of their families are often much more successful at weight loss and maintenance than those who do not. In addition, children who grow up trained in healthy habits at home tend to embrace them for the rest of their lives.

Make Breakfast a Priority

Teenage girls frequently skip breakfast – whether because they don’t feel hungry, are running late, or think doing so will help them lose weight. The truth is, taking a few extra minutes for your daughter to eat a nutritious breakfast will not only fuel the body and brain, but will also kick-start her metabolism, meaning she’ll burn more calories throughout the day.

Stop Eating At Least 2 Hours Before Going To Bed

Night-time snacking can be a real habit in a person’s life. Many find themselves eating out of boredom rather than hunger. If you notice your daughter eating after supper on a regular basis ask her to consider if she’s really hungry or is she’s just bored. Also, explain to her that experts say that it’s wise to finish eating for the day at least 2 hours before calling it a night to lessen the likelihood of those final calories being stored as fat. Encourage your daughter and her friends to center evening get-togethers around physical activities rather than eating ones.

Discuss Body Issues

If you suspect your teen is wrestling with her weight or has body image issues, it’s critical to discuss these concerns with her openly. You should resist the temptation to chastise or blame her for extra weight or poor dietary habits.

Rather, encourage your daughter to open up about eating patterns, whether her goal is truly a diet, why dieting has become such a priority (if indeed it has), and her own body image concerns. Weight loss for teenage girls is a touchy subject, but parents should not consequently allow the discussion to go ignored. Her lifetime health is at stake.