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Protein Shake Recipes and Weight Loss Success

2005-10-26T09:38:00.000-05:00

Reaching your ideal weight can be a simple, easy and delicious system when following a weight loss program such as Herbalife's ShapeWorks weight management programs available at Directions2Health.com.

The ShapeWorks weight loss programs are based on substituting a healthy, protein-rich shake for two meals each day and then enjoying a third well-balanced meal with your favorite foods.

The program is easy to follow and extremely effective. ShapeWorks Formula 1 Nutritional Shake Mix comes in five delicious flavors and you can add a variety of fruits and flavors so that every day you can enjoy a different taste treat. Directions2Health.com offers a variety of free shake recipes to keep your eating plan interesting.

Herbalife's ShapeWorks Formula 3 Personalized Protein Powder gives you the means to customize your weight loss program to your individual needs by adjusting the amount of protein you include each day. Protein helps you protect and build lean muscle, feel satisfied and less hungry.

Herbalife's ShapeWorks Formula 2 Multi-Vitamin Complex works along with the nutrients in the Formula 1 Shake Mix to ensure that you recieve a healthy, balanced supply of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients essential for optimal health. Even after reaching your target weight, you'll want to continue taking Formula 2 Multi-Vitamin Complex to ensure you're getting adequate nutrition.

A eating guide and meal planner is available for Herbalife's ShapeWorks weight management programs at Directions2Health.com. You can also find a wealth of informative articles on a variety of health topics, diet tips & tools and more.

Preparing Your Skin for Winter Weather

2005-10-22T09:36:00.000-05:00

As we head toward colder weather, it's important to nourish your skin to keep it soft and supple. Herbalife has a number of vitamin-enriched skin care products that are ideal for helping your skin this winter!

Skin Activator Daily Replenishing Cream is an advanced cream based on four key components: glucosamine, almond oil, green tea and sugar, for results you can see and feel. Independent clinical studies on the effects of the glucosamine complex in Skin Activator have shown a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and an improvement in skin firmness and texture, in as little as four weeks of regular usage.

Radiant C Daily Facial Scrub Cleanser is a delightful citrus-scented gel that contains jojoba/beeswax beads to lift away dirt and debris, leaving your skin radiant and clear. In addition to the antioxidant benefits of a stable form of vitamin C this product also contains extracts of orange, lime, grapefruit, mandarin and lemon peel oil. Radiant C Daily Facial Scrub Cleanser leaves your complexion looking and feeling radiantly healthy!

Radiant C Daily Skin Booster is light gel-cream that helps seal in your skins own moisture for a healthy, youthful radiance.

Radiant C Face Quencher is a handy purse-size spray you can use to spritz your skin throughout the day to stay cool and refresh. Radiant C™ Face Quencher provides dehydrated skin with a rejuvenating burst of moisture and vitamin C and can help freshen makeup to prevent it from looking "cakey".

Radiant C Body Lotion provides moisture and protection for more beautiful-looking skin all over.

Don’t leave your skin exposed to the elements and defenseless. Use these wonderful Herbalife products to fortify skin through all four seasons for younger-looking skin!

Aloe Vera - the Miracle Plant

2005-10-16T15:47:00.000-05:00

Aloe Vera has been used for centuries for health and healing. Originally from Africa, the spikey, succulent leaves of the Aloe plant have long been used for both external and internal medicinal purposes.

Most people know that rubbing aloe on a burn or cut promotes healing. The effects of aloe on the skin can mainly be attributed to the high concentration of amino acids found in it, along with vitamins (C and E), essential fatty acids and zinc.

Did you also know, that according to the Journal of Alternative Medicine, aloe vera juice is effective in treating inflammation of the digestive tract? Aloe has been shown to help prevent arthritis and reduce inflammation of the joints in other studies. Taken internally, aloe has been shown to be effective in relieving indigestion, acid reflux, constipation and generally enhancing digestive health.

Herbalife offers several wonderful products based on the benefits of the aloe vera plant.

Herbal Aloe Drink is a light citrus-flavored drink that helps heal your digestive tract.

Herbal Aloe Soothing Gel is the way to soothe, nourish and hydrate your skin with the benefits of aloe.

Rev up your Metabolism and Lose Weight

2005-09-18T18:14:00.000-05:00

Put your metabolism to work for you. Now’s the perfect time to incorporate some metabolic-revving tips into your daily weight management regimen and avoid gaining weight.

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Combine Protein and Exercise to Lose Your Belly

2005-09-13T10:43:00.000-05:00

Good health results from a combination of proper nutrition and exercise. But did you know that a diet high in protein combined with exercise can help you lose a greater percentage of body fat around the abdominal area?

The Journal of Nutrition just published a study comparing high protein, reduced carbohydrates diets with low protein, high carbohydrates eating plans. The protein-rich diet, when combined with exercise, had a greater impact on body composition and blood lipids in women.

New Site Launch!

2005-09-07T10:45:00.000-05:00

I wanted to share my excitment that our newly redesigned website at Directions2Health.com is about to be launched! We're putting the shopping cart and credit card processing through the final tests now.

What's different about this new website? We've always brought to you the entire line of Herbalife weight loss, health, nutrition and skin care products. But now we're expanding our content areas well beyond the shopping cart. On the new site, you will find:

Informative health articles on topics such as obesity and weight loss, healthy aging, bone health, skin care and much more.
Inspiring success stories of real individuals who have benefited from Herbalife products.
Recipes for making Herbalife meal replacement shakes, as well as other recipes to help you prepare healthy meals and snacks.
Meal Planners and Eating Guides.

We've also added a Site Map for your easy reference, and a link to List All Products if you wish to browse our products in alphabetical order.

We're just getting started! We'll be adding new articles, recipes, and other tips everyday, so come back often to see us at Directions2Health.com!

Treat Dad to gift of good diet (Poughkeepsie Journal)

2005-06-23T07:21:00.000-05:00

Celebrate Father's Day (for your father or husband) by giving him the gift of a healthful diet, which will last a lifetime. For dinner, grill your dad a healthful entree. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/23/2005 8:21:10 AM

Study: Women With Higher Vitamin D and Calcium In Their Diet Can Prevent PMS (Elite TV)

2005-06-15T07:32:00.000-05:00

A new study done by researchers at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst finds that women who have a lot of vitamin D and calcium in their diet are much less likely to suffer from premenstrual syndrome or PMS. The study results were published in the June 13 issue of the journal 'Archives of Internal Medicine.' more...

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Caffeine-Free Options on the Run: A Month of Tips (press release)

2005-06-13T09:00:00.000-05:00

1 Skip the coffee shop on the way to the office and save up to $60 a month. (Based on a $3.00 cup of joe)

2. Switch to herbal tea

3. Drink a smoothie made with fresh fruit

4. Have a shot of wheat grass. Loaded with anti-oxidants.

5. Drink carrot juice.

6. Bottle of... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/13/2005 10:00:38 AMContent source: http://www.newstarget.com/008075.html

Common Breast Cancer Myths (press release)

2005-06-13T08:58:00.000-05:00

-The causes of breast cancer are unknown. -There's nothing you can do to lower your risk

-You can't do anything to change the known risk factors for breast cancer

-Most breast cancers are genetic

-Most women who are diagnosed with breast cancer have a family history of the disease

-All... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/13/2005 9:58:49 AMContent source: http://www.newstarget.com/008067.html

Blood Pressure Facts (press release)

2005-06-08T07:36:00.000-05:00

According to recent estimates, nearly one in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure, but because there are no symptoms, nearly one-third of these people don't know they have it. In fact, many people have high blood pressure for years without knowing it. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/8/2005 8:36:42 AMContent source: http://www.newstarget.com/008060.html

Dark chocolate may be good source of flavonoids, but other sources are better, says dietician

2005-06-07T09:02:00.000-05:00

Scientists have proven that dark chocolate has the same type of flavonoids that antioxidant rich foods such as green tea, red fruits and vegetables, and red wine do. High blood levels of flavonoids contribute to good cardiovascular health and may lower the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/7/2005 10:02:48 AMContent source: http://www.newstarget.com/008035.html

Nutritionists debate importance of healthy breakfast

2005-06-03T15:04:00.000-05:00

Is breakfast really necessary? Published research says yes. But taking into account exactly who funds a lot of breakfast studies (that would be the Kellogg Co.), some nutritionists believe that for healthy adults, breakfast can be an optional meal. Bonnie Liebman, director of nutrition at the Center... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/3/2005 4:04:51 PMContent source: http://www.newstarget.com/008028.html

Lifestyle choices will often dictate level of heart health

2005-05-30T06:29:00.000-05:00

The human heart, which beats roughly 100,000 times each day and circulates roughly six quarts of blood through the body three times per minute, is central to physical well-being, yet is prone to a number of ailments, such as hypertension, heart attacks, and a more...

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Originally Posted on 5/30/2005 7:29:43 AMContent source: http://www.newstarget.com/007744.html

New Washington state junk food law is aimed at promoting health

2005-05-26T20:07:00.000-05:00

New Washington state junk food law is aimed at promoting health
A new Washington state law mandating fitness and nutritional policies and placing limitations on the sale of junk foods is being met with concern and disappointment by both students and some staff members in the Anacortes School District, who worry that the l

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Originally Posted on 5/26/2005 9:07:53 PM
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Chronic stress increases risk of obesity, insomnia, other serious health problems

2005-05-24T08:54:00.000-05:00

Chronic stress increases risk of obesity, insomnia, other serious health problems
Short bursts of stress may have once helped the human species survive by engaging the fight or flight response, but the steady stream of stress in todays modern life is more likely to increase the risk of severe health problems. By upsetting the digestive

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:54:40 AM
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Diet helps fight fatigue in cancer patients

2005-05-24T08:49:00.000-05:00

Diet helps fight fatigue in cancer patients
The University of Texass website CancerWise.org offers nutritional advice to cancer patients to help combat fatigue brought on from the physical and emotional stresses of the disease. Nutrient dense foods, frequent meals, vitamins, and plenty of fluids can

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:49:40 AM
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Vitamin D can prevent a number of health problems, new research shows

2005-05-24T08:45:00.000-05:00

Vitamin D can prevent a number of health problems, new research shows
For years, experts have known that vitamin D plays a leading role in good bone health, but now they're finding the vitamin can do a lot more, too. New research has found that vitamin D is key to preventing heart disease, cancer, arthritis and even multiple sc

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:45:40 AM
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When joining the grain craze, the key word to look for is 'whole,' experts say

2005-05-24T08:37:00.000-05:00

When joining the grain craze, the key word to look for is 'whole,' experts say
Nutrition experts across America are advising people to eat plenty of whole grains these days, in order to help ward off heart disease, diabetes and even cancer. But the experts also are careful to note that "whole" is the key word to choosing which grains to

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:37:40 AM
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Fruits, vegetables and dark chocolate can help prevent breast cancer

2005-05-24T08:36:00.000-05:00

Fruits, vegetables and dark chocolate can help prevent breast cancer
An overwhelming amount of research has shown that a diet rich in fruit and vegetables can help reduce the chances of developing breast cancer, according to National Dietetic Association reprehensive Jeannie Maloo. "We should all be eating about nine servings

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:36:40 AM
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Fads not the road to nutritional health, say diet experts

2005-05-24T08:32:00.000-05:00

Fads not the road to nutritional health, say diet experts
University of Washington dietician Louise Peck advises college students interested in weight loss to avoid fad diets, and to instead concentrate on long-term lifestyle changes, including watching calories, eating a balanced diet, and exercising on a regular b

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:32:39 AM
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Moderate consumption of red wine may have health benefits

2005-05-24T08:30:00.000-05:00

Moderate consumption of red wine may have health benefits
Researchers have found that a daily glass of red wine for a woman, or two daily glasses for a man, is associated with a variety of important health benefits. Studies have suggested that regular, moderate drinkers of red wine suffer less from heart attacks, di

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:30:39 AM
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MemoryMinder Journals, Inc. Posts Fun Quiz on Losing Weight the "Cents-able" Way (PR Web via Yahoo! News)

2005-05-24T08:29:00.000-05:00

MemoryMinder Journals, Inc. Posts Fun Quiz on Losing Weight the "Cents-able" Way (PR Web via Yahoo! News)
Eugene, OR (PRWEB) May 24, 2005 -- MemoryMinder Journals, Inc, publishers of the DietMinder Personal Food and Fitness Journal, releases a simple weight loss quiz to battle the confusion and high costs associated with weight loss.

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:29:36 AM
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Herbalife health nutrition

2005-05-24T08:28:00.000-05:00

Herbalife health nutrition
Herbalife health nutrition has proved itself that it is a great nutrition programs and products that make people achieve amazing results. It is found that people have lost more than 24 kg of weight through the thoroughly research nutrition program that will h

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Originally Posted on 5/24/2005 9:28:35 AM
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Cholesterol

2005-05-23T19:05:00.000-05:00

Cholesterol
Cholesterol - The Silent Killer High levels of cholesterol is bad for the heart. To be heart healthy you need control the cholesterol levels in your blood stream. The presence of bad cholesterol increases the chances of a heart attack....

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Originally Posted on 5/23/2005 8:05:39 PM
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Rating the Diets

2005-05-21T08:47:00.000-05:00

Rating the Diets
With so many different diets available, how are we to know what works and what is safe? The only way to be sure is to discover the author's background and the research behind the diet's methodology. Every good diet should give a background about the author an

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Originally Posted on 5/21/2005 9:47:41 AM
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Does Fat Free Really Mean Free Of Fat?

2005-05-19T08:09:00.000-05:00

Does Fat Free Really Mean Free Of Fat?
Does Fat Free Really Mean Free Of Fat? by Jerry Byler Does fat-free really mean free of fat? Do you know what the words really mean on food labels? In this article, youll discover everything you need to know about...

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Originally Posted on 5/19/2005 9:09:55 AM
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You'll Need Total Will Power To Undergo Weight Loss

2005-05-19T08:06:00.000-05:00

You'll Need Total Will Power To Undergo Weight Loss
You'll Need Total Will Power To Undergo Weight Loss by Charlene J. Nuble How much will power does it take in order to go through the torment of weight loss? Though the answer to weight loss varies from each individual,...

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Originally Posted on 5/19/2005 9:06:55 AM
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Eat more, Lose more.

2005-05-19T08:01:00.000-05:00

Eat more, Lose more.
Eat more, Lose more. by Sherri Z. Jones Eat more, Lose more. You can! The simple fact is the more you eat the more weight you will lose. If you are taking me literally right now, you are imagining yourself...

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Originally Posted on 5/19/2005 9:01:55 AM
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Successful Weight Loss After Pregnancy

2005-05-19T07:59:00.000-05:00

Successful Weight Loss After Pregnancy
Successful Weight Loss After Pregnancy by Beverley Brooke How fast you lose weight will depend on a number of factors, including the amount of weight you gained during your pregnancy. Most women will lose anywhere from 10-14 pounds within the...

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Originally Posted on 5/19/2005 8:59:55 AM
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Common Sense Approach To Pregnancy Weight Loss

2005-05-19T07:58:00.000-05:00

Common Sense Approach To Pregnancy Weight Loss
Common Sense Approach To Pregnancy Weight Loss by Beverley Brooke Ok so everyone gains weight while they are pregnant. This is perfectly normal. It is also perfectly normal for a woman to want to lose that weight after pregnancy. We...

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Originally Posted on 5/19/2005 8:58:54 AM
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How to create fat burning vitality

2005-05-19T07:55:00.000-05:00

How to create fat burning vitality
How to create fat burning vitality by Rick Rakauskas Your Breath and Your Body If your intension is to create vitality and fitness, or maybe it's to burn fat and lean up, or maybe it's all of these things and...

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Can Water Really Help You Lose Weight?

2005-05-19T07:54:00.000-05:00

Can Water Really Help You Lose Weight?
Can Water Really Help You Lose Weight? by Cassandra Germsheid Yes, it can! I believe that water not only helps with weight loss, but is also one of the most important things to keep in mind when trying to lose...

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Originally Posted on 5/19/2005 8:54:54 AM
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Are You Ready To Lose Weight

2005-05-19T07:49:00.000-05:00

Are You Ready To Lose Weight
Are You Ready To Lose Weight? by K. O'Neill Are You READY To Lose Weight? I know, I know. What a crazy question! Considering that weve all tried so many diets until we can give calorie counts in our sleep...

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Originally Posted on 5/19/2005 8:49:54 AM
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Close Kept Secrets To Weight Loss

2005-05-19T07:45:00.000-05:00

Close Kept Secrets To Weight Loss
Close Kept Secrets To Weight Loss by Tami Close Close Kept Secrets to Weight Loss Lesson #1 I am so grateful that youre taking steps to take control of your life. You will be amazed when we work together how...

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The Secret of Weight Loss

2005-05-19T07:41:00.000-05:00

The Secret of Weight Loss
The Secret of Weight Loss by Don L. Price In the medical community, "obesity" is generally said to be present in women with more than 30% body fat and men with more than 25% body fat. "Morbid obesity," a more...

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Originally Posted on 5/19/2005 8:41:54 AM
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Losing weight could be as easy as turning off a button according to...

2005-05-19T07:36:00.000-05:00

Losing weight could be as easy as turning off a button according to...
Push a Button to Lose Weight by Katherine Westphal Trash Your TV! is pleased to announce the easiest weight loss program in the world. It is as easy as pushing a buttonthe "Power" button on your TV. Turn the TV...

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Curves' Theory on Permanent Weight Loss Proven for a Second Time (RedNova)

2005-05-15T19:59:00.000-05:00

Curves' Theory on Permanent Weight Loss Proven for a Second Time (RedNova)
Curves International Inc. announced today its revolutionary approach of increasing a woman's resting energy metabolism to lose weight and keep it off now has the results of two replicated studies performed by Baylor University's Exercise _ Sport Nutrition Lab

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Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:59:13 PM
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Weight-Loss Rules for Wrestlers (RedNova)

2005-05-15T19:55:00.000-05:00

Weight-Loss Rules for Wrestlers (RedNova)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - High school wrestlers will have to follow a more stringent program to prevent rapid weight loss under rules adopted last week by the National Federation of State High School Associations....

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Exciting News for High Cholesterol and Weight Loss: Greensoul from CPharmax (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-05-15T19:49:00.000-05:00

Exciting News for High Cholesterol and Weight Loss: Greensoul from CPharmax (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
A new natural product, called Greensoul, has demonstrated to be very effective in cholesterol control and weight loss without any side effects....

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Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:49:13 PM
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Printer-Friendly Version Email This Story Long Distance Weight Loss (WSAV Savannah)

2005-05-15T19:48:00.000-05:00

Printer-Friendly Version Email This Story Long Distance Weight Loss (WSAV Savannah)
W ith J ohn in I raq Leslie has taken on a lot of responsibility, but she's also managed to take off a lot of unhealthy weight. Leslie says, "I knew I was overweight, I didn't need anyone to tell me I was overweight."...

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Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:48:13 PM
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Gas Stations Become Heathy Food Outlets

2005-05-15T19:43:00.000-05:00

Gas Stations Become Heathy Food Outlets
For a number of years now, convenience stores that sold only gas and cigarettes have been introducing food. Whether it's a partnership with a fast-food outlet, or a line of junk food - there are......

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Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:43:13 PM
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Lose weight - by eating lots more

2005-05-15T19:37:00.000-05:00

Lose weight - by eating lots more
Forget counting the calories and keeping an eye on the carbohydrates - according to America's new fad diet you can eat whatever you want. US fitness guru Jorge Cruise reckons by taking your meals at three-hour intervals it allows your body to reset and revive

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Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:37:13 PM
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Attorney General warns consumers of weight-loss scams (Stuttgart Daily Leader)

2005-05-15T19:34:00.000-05:00

Attorney General warns consumers of weight-loss scams (Stuttgart Daily Leader)
With warm springtime weather reminding us that summer is not far away, more Arkansans are resolving to exercise and lose weight....

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Computer Guru Devotes His Talents To Helping People Lose Weight (PR Web via Yahoo! News)

2005-05-15T19:33:00.000-05:00

Computer Guru Devotes His Talents To Helping People Lose Weight (PR Web via Yahoo! News)
Westlake, LA (PRWEB) April 27, 2005 -- Douglas Cromer, president of Superior Computer Solutions, Inc., has devoted the last several months of his life to helping people lose weight with his new website. When asked why he would devote so much of his time and r

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Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:33:13 PM
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Yale Scientist Finds Pattern in Maintaining Weight Loss (RedNova)

2005-05-15T19:29:00.000-05:00

Yale Scientist Finds Pattern in Maintaining Weight Loss (RedNova)
Yale Researcher Finds Pattern in Maintaining Weight Loss New Haven, CT -- (HealthNewsDigest.com)...Eighteen women who maintained a weight loss of 15 to 144 pounds for at least one year and as long as 27 years followed similar patterns leading to consistent be

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Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:29:12 PM
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'Weight Loss' - fourth venture from writer Upamanyu's stable (India Express)

2005-05-15T19:27:00.001-05:00

'Weight Loss' - fourth venture from writer Upamanyu's stable (India Express)
"Funny and degrading - a strange combination of both... A laugh," is how author Upamanyu Chatterjee describes his upcoming novel 'Weight Loss,' full of the wry humour, now typical of him....

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'Weight Loss' - fourth venture from writer Upamanyu's stable (India Express)

2005-05-15T19:27:00.000-05:00

Simple steps help with weight loss (The Advocate Messenger)

2005-05-15T19:23:00.001-05:00

<a href=http://www.weightchamp.com/r-Simple_steps_help_with_weight_loss__The_Advocate_M-914.htm target=_blank>Simple steps help with weight loss (The Advocate Messenger)</a> The 25 participants in a 10-week series of weight-loss classes sponsored by the Boyle County Extension Service, Boyle County Health Department and McDowell Wellness Center have been learning ways to lose weight sensibly and to keep it off.... <a href=http://www.directions2health.com/product_info.php?cPath=&products_id=3768>www.Directions2Health.com</a> Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:23:10 PM Content source: http://www.weightchamp.com/r-Simple_steps_help_with_weight_loss__The_Advocate_M-914.htm

Simple steps help with weight loss (The Advocate Messenger)

2005-05-15T19:23:00.000-05:00

Simple steps help with weight loss (The Advocate Messenger)
The 25 participants in a 10-week series of weight-loss classes sponsored by the Boyle County Extension Service, Boyle County Health Department and McDowell Wellness Center have been learning ways to lose weight sensibly and to keep it off....

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Originally Posted on 5/15/2005 8:23:10 PM
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Is Weight Loss Anti-Social?

2005-05-11T20:09:00.000-05:00

Is Weight Loss Anti-Social?
Life is social, and one of things people do when they get together is eat. In some cultures eating is an essential part of social interaction. An opinion piece (via RedNova) talks about the effect......

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Originally Posted on 5/11/2005 9:09:13 PM
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I Won't Lift Weights: I'll Bulk Up!

2005-05-11T20:02:00.000-05:00

I Won't Lift Weights: I'll Bulk Up!
This is one of the most pervasive and inaccurate beliefs that most women have about weight training. ColorMeFit has written an excellent post that squarely and clearly debunks this myth: "I don't want to build......

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Originally Posted on 5/11/2005 9:02:13 PM
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The MyPyramid Parody

2005-05-11T19:42:00.000-05:00

The MyPyramid Parody
Without wasting any time someone has come up with a complete parody of the USDAs new nutritional guidelines (MyPyramid). The official site is www.mypyramid.gov - the parody site is www.mypyramid.org The sites are remarkably similar......

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Originally Posted on 5/11/2005 8:42:13 PM
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Ten Lies About Health Your Doctor Taught You

2005-05-11T19:32:00.000-05:00

Ten Lies About Health Your Doctor Taught You
Lie #1: Prescription drugs will make you healthier. Truth #1: Prescription drugs only mask symptoms. They do nothing to correct the underlying biochemical causes of disease. Simultaneously, most prescription drugs cause nutritional deficiencies which lead to

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Originally Posted on 5/11/2005 8:32:12 PM
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Whole food nutritional supplements offer better health benefits than isolated vitamins and minerals

2005-05-11T19:15:00.000-05:00

Whole food nutritional supplements offer better health benefits than isolated vitamins and minerals
In the natural health community, what we've learned over the years as scientists and observers of human nature is that the human body is not designed to consume isolated nutrients and use them effectively. It must take in a full spectrum of supporting complem

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Even 5-10 minutes of daily physical activity can improve health

2005-05-11T19:09:00.000-05:00

Even 5-10 minutes of daily physical activity can improve health
We know from a vast library of research that physical exercise prevents heart disease, lowers high blood pressure, reduces LDL cholesterol, improves digestion, speeds food transit through your large intestine, oxygenates internal organs, improves joint flexib

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People need more dark green vegetables, according to the new dietary standards

2005-05-11T18:53:00.000-05:00

People need more dark green vegetables, according to the new dietary standards
According to the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, people should eat three cups of dark green vegetables every week in order to maintain good health. However, most Americans are not eating nearly enough dark green vegetables and need to boost their intak

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Proper skin care can help you fend off cold sores, liver spots and skin cancer

2005-05-11T18:46:00.000-05:00

Proper skin care can help you fend off cold sores, liver spots and skin cancer
Though many people do not take proper care of their skin, it is very important if you want to avoid cold sores, spots and skin cancer. Thus, with a few tips, you can keep these diseases and conditions at bay. Cold sores can be fought off with a combination

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Eating fruits and vegetables will help manage weight and reduce cancer risk

2005-05-11T18:26:00.000-05:00

Eating fruits and vegetables will help manage weight and reduce cancer risk
The American Cancer Institute is recommending that people watch their weight in order to reduce their cancer risk. The best way to do that is to eat more fruits and vegetables, they say. In fact, produce is the key to combating both problems. Rather than f

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Herbal muscle building supplements

2005-05-11T18:18:00.000-05:00

Herbal muscle building supplements
One-way of improving the muscle building and bodybuilding is through herbal muscle building supplements. The sure and natural way of enhancing muscle power is using Herbal muscle building supplements.

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Originally Posted on 5/11/2005 7:18:08 PM
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Nutritional Myths that Just Won't Die: Protein!

2005-05-11T18:00:00.000-05:00

Nutritional Myths that Just Won't Die: Protein!
When it comes to the topic of sports nutrition there are many myths and fallacies that float around like some specter in the shadows. They pop up when you least expect them and throw a monkey wrench into the best laid plans of the hard training athlete trying

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Originally Posted on 5/11/2005 7:00:08 PM
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Nutrition and Cancer

2005-05-11T17:43:00.000-05:00

Nutrition and Cancer
"It has been estimated that a healthy diet could prevent approximately 30% of all cancers." "those who consumed low amounts of fruits and vegetables were twice as likely to have cancer compared to those who ate high amounts of fruits and vege

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Should you have a 4-legged Diet Buddy?

2005-05-05T07:32:00.000-05:00

As you may have noticed from my profile photo, I own an adorable little Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Bentley. He's two years old and the world's best companion.

Yesterday, I read an article that hit me in two places - first, as a pet owner and second, as an Herbalife distributor.

The article, published by the Orlando Sentinel, was entitled "Our pet's weight is going up, too" and talked about obesity problems in animals.

Through my business at Directions2Health.com, I knew that we have a huge obesity problem in this country. It's been reported that obesity is an epidemic in the U.S. with "one in two American overweight and one of three obese." But I didn't realize that our pets were suffering right along with us! The article quotes a study by Nestle Purina that found 60% of pets in the U.S. were overweight!

Veterinarian Dr. Ed High explains that "as in humans, the major cause is overfeeding and underactivity. Obesity can lead to serious health issues and a shortened life span in pets." The articles sites that "fat dogs are at risk in surgery, more prone to injury and have more stress on the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys and joints. Obese cats are sugject to diabetes, arthritis and hepatic lipidosis -- fat infiltration into liver cells, which can be fatal."

That ought to sound familiar. It's pretty much the same message given by Dr. Jamie McManus, Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs & Education at Herbalife International in her article posted on the Directions2Health.com website.

So I guess the message is clear - We aught to be "diet buddies" with our pets! We should take care to follow a healthy, nutritious approach to eating for both master and pet alike. And there's no better excuse to exercise than walking our dogs!

So, Bentley and I are heading outside right now to get in a brisk walk. When I get back, I'll have a healthy, nutritious Formula 1 shake and a Formula 2 Multivitamin. Bentley will get a new lower-calorie dog food. I'll resist the tempation to binge by controlling my appetite with Total Control. And I'll throw a tennis ball for Bentley instead of giving him a dog biscuit as a "treat". And we both will take Herbalifeline! Bentley's Vet told us last year that taking an Omega-3 capsule would help keep his coat shiny and that it was perfectly alright to give Bentley the same Herbalifeline capsule that I take to promote heart health. So we've been "sharing" habit for many months now.

I don't know about you, but for me, owning a dog has been a great joy. Bentley adds unconditional love and a sense of play to my life. And I want him to be healthy and live as long as possible. So I'm planning to keep him (and me!) on a healthy lifestyle. Wouldn't you do the same for someone you love?

Wishing you health and happiness!

Do You Need a Vitamin Supplement?

2005-04-30T07:16:00.000-05:00

Customers of Directions2Health.com occasionally write to me to ask "Do I really need to take vitamin and nutritional supplements? And are they safe?"

While everyone is an individual with his or her own unique dietary needs, I have yet to meet someone who is consistently able to get the nutrition they need by food alone. Few of us truly eat the quantities of fresh fruit and vegetables we need daily. And most of us over-eat in categories that have little nutritional benefit or provide excess amounts of fats as part of the bargain. So, yes, I believe we all can benefit by adding vitamins and nutritional supplements to our diets.

The obvious place to start for many people is to add a broad-spectrum multi-vitamin tablet. Dr. Willet, chairman of the nutrition department at Harvard and considered to be the leading traditionally oriented nutrition expert in the country, has been quoted as saying:

"Given the greater likelihood of benefit than harm, and considering the low cost, we conclude that a daily multivitamin that does not exceed the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of its component vitamins makes sense for most adults."

Herbalife offers a combination of vitamins, minerals and herbs in its Formula 2 Multivitamin Complex. To examine the exact ingredients in these tablets, you can see the label here.

Another helpful Herbalife nutritional supplement is Garden 7. It helps ensure you get key phytonutrients from the recommended 7 servings of fruits and vegetables needed daily for optimal health. See the product label here for further details.

So, are vitamin and nutritional supplements like those offered by Herbalife safe for everyone?

First of all, nothing is "safe for everyone."
Always read a product's label and consult your personal physician if you have any concerns. Herbalife complies with all government regulations including the U.S. Labeling Laws. This means that Herbalife includes a warning on its product label any time a potential risk has been identified (for example, a warning for pregnant women or individuals taking other medication that should not be combined with a particular supplement).

However, Herbalife offers some of the best nutritional supplements available today supported by its continuing commitment to scientific research. Herbalife is at the very forefront of nutritional science with the Mark Hughes Cellular & Molecular Nutrition Laboratory establish at the UCLA Center for Human Nutrition.

The Chairman of Herbalife's Scientific Advisory Board and Medical Advisory Board is Dr. David Heber, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.N.. In addition to his responsibilities at Herbalife, Dr. Heber also directs the National Institutes of Health Center for Dietary Supplement Research in Botanicals, the National Cancer Institute-funded Clinical Nutrition Research Unit and the National Institutes of Health Nutrition and Obesity Training Grants at UCLA. Dr. Heber is supported by a cadre of other scientist and medical experts at Herbalife to ensure that Herbalife offers the best vitamin and nutritional supplements possible to the public.

Secondly, it is sensible to start slowly.
Never exceed the dosage recommended on the product's label. In fact, you may actually wish to begin by taking less than the full dosage (or the lowest dosage level if a range is indicated) and work up to the recommended amount over a period of several days when adding a new supplement to your daily routine.

Third, be mindful of how you feel.
Should you experience any discomfort or unpleasant side effects, contact your distributor and, if severe, your doctor to discuss your symptoms. Keep in mind that any new addition to your normal routine can produce physical changes. Some changes may be temporary, while you body adjusts to a new treatment. However, serious discomfort or symptoms that do not dissipate in a due course are cause for greater concern. For example, gastrointestinal upset is not uncommon and may actually indicate your body is "detoxing." These symptoms typically resolve themselves in a few days with no further cause for concern. However, should they persist for longer periods, you will want to discontinue usage and consider an alternate approach or a different supplement.

On the other hand, do not expect to see beneficial results over night when adding a new vitamin and nutritional supplement. Cells regenerate slowly so improvement may not be noticeable for some time. Once you do feel better, it is important not to be tempted to skip days or stop taking your supplements. Some level of the nutrients will be stored in your body, but those reserves will eventually run out if you discontinue the supplements. So be consistent with your approach.

Some final suggestions
Your body often can only absorb a given level of nutrients at any one time. Although it is convenient to take a "one-a-day" supplement, it is sometimes more beneficial to spread your nutritional supplements over the course of the day, taking them at several intervals.

For increased absorption and to prevent signs of indigestion, it is advisable to take supplements with food. And 6 to 8 glasses of water each day is always recommended.

Health and nutritional supplements can help all of us balance our diets and meet our body's needs for nutrition.

To your health and happiness!

Happy 25th Anniversary, Herbalife!

2005-04-28T14:17:00.000-05:00

Earlier this month, Herbalife celebrated its 25th year in business with a huge extravaganza for its independent distributors in Atlanta, Georgia. Congratulations, Herbalife, on a quarter of a century of producing some of the best weight management, targeted nutrition and outer nutrition products on the planet!

Since it's beginnings in 1980, Herbalife has grown to be one of the world's largest network marketing companies in the world. ("Network marketing," also referred to as "direct marketing," means that Herbalife produces its products but relies on a network of independent distributors who are responsible for selling Herbalife products to the public. No one can buy products from Herbalife directly; you must go through a distributor.)

Today, more than one million distributors represent Herbalife in 59 countries.

I became an Herbalife Distributor in May of 2004. I was impressed with the product line - especially ShapeWorks which helped me lose 25 lbs!

But it was also important to me to know that Herbalife was a long-standing, reputable company. They are also now a public company, with its stock traded under the symbol "HLF" on the New York Stock Exchange. To a Certified Public Company like me, that means Herbalife is a company that publishes its financial results publically and is subject to the scrutiny of independent auditors, investment analysts and the like.

I still get perhaps 20 emails a week, offering me a chance to join some new business venture or other. But the majority of these offers look like "too-good-to-be-true" schemes from companies that were only recently started by someone you can't actually identify. That's just not for me.

Herbalife isn't a "get-rich-quick" business opportunity. Sure, there are some Herbalife distributors who have worked their butts off and made big money fast. But I think the beauty of Herbalife is that it's the kind of business someone can realistically begin with minimal capital (it only takes $79.95 to purchase an International Business Package) and let your business grow on a part-time basis. (Sure, instant millions would be nice, but there's nothing wrong with slow money either. Spends just the same!)

For individuals that want the support of further training and business coaching, I also recommend joining Financial Success Systems ("FSS"). FSS is a company formed by several Herbalife President Team level distributors who decided their team members needed a more complete business mentoring program. FSS offers comprehensive training (via teleconferences and the internet) and a wealth of resources and business guides via its proprietary website. If this interests you, you can learn more about becoming an Herbalife distributor with FSS here.

Herbalife has one of the most lucrative compensation plans in the business for its distributors. The beginner distributor starts out with the ability to make a 25% profit on sales! And the profit increases on a sliding scale to a max of 50% profit on retail sales. Beyond that, there are incentive bonuses and other profit sharing strategies that truly will, given time and effort, allow almost anyone to grow a business that will pay them for years to come.

I'm proud to be a part of this organization. I respect Herbalife's management and scientific / medical committee members. How many companies can boast that they are run by the former CEO of Walt Disney International and include a Nobel Prize-winning scientist on their staff? Or that they've founded their own laboratory for Cellular Nutrition at UCLA? Herbalife can!

I'm always happy to talk to Herbalife-lovers who think they might be ready to become distributors in their own right. If you're curious, take a look at the Herbalife business opportunity and the Financial Success Systems opportunity on my website at Directions2Health.com.

To your health (wealth!) and happiness!

Site Map for Outer Nutrition - Fragrances

2005-04-26T18:55:00.000-05:00

Since Mother's Day is coming up, I figured there's no better time than now to tell you that Herbalife has some wonderful fragrance products!

From the Directions2Health.com Home Page, you'll find Fragrances displayed under the Outer Nutrition category (along the left margin in the Products Box). By clicking on Outer Nutrition, you'll see that the website breaks these products down into 6 sub-categories. These are:

So, let's talk about Fragrances! Herbalife uses advance aromachology to offer two perfumes for women and two colognes for men, too!

Ladies, we can choose between Heart and Woman.

Heart is a lush combination of sensual botanicals. It creates a sweet yet sexy scent - as complex and mysterious as the heart. Heart blends water lily, green ivy, tea leaves and gardenia.

Woman is a more simple and direct scent - a subtle yet district citrus blend with a heartnote of jasmine, water lily and peony.

Gents, for you we have Soul and Man.

Soul is a fresh, warm scent with a masculine spirit. It blends yuzu citrus, parsley, lavender and cedarwood.

Cool, clean and dynamic, Man has a citrus base, with a heartnote of watermint and basil.

You might not ordinarily think of Herbalife when you're looking for a fragrance, but why not give them a try?

Wishing you health and happiness!

Site Map for Outer Nutritiion - Hair Essentials

2005-04-26T09:54:00.000-05:00

This is a follow up to my earlier post about Herbalife's Outer Nutrition product line. Today, I'd like to talk a bit about Herbalife's Hair Essentials.

Going back to the Directions2Health.com Home Page, you'll see Outer Nutrition is one of the options along the left margin in the Products Box. By clicking on Outer Nutrition, you'll see that the website breaks these products down into 6 sub-categories. These are:

So, let's go to Hair Essentials!

Herbalife uses the same nourishing benefits of the aloe vera plant that it uses in its Body Essentials product line to also enhance the appearance of your hair.

Herbal Aloe Everyday Shampoo and Everyday Conditioner are both enriched with whole-leaf aloe and a special blend of herbs and plant extracts to bring out your hair's natural beauty. These products are suitable for normal to dry hair types.

Herbal Aloe Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner are specially formulated to cleanse and restore moisture to dry, damaged or color-treated hair. The concentrated moisturizers, soothing aloe vera and rosemary leaf, ginger root, grape seed and avocado fruit extracts help dull, dry hair return to feeling and looking vibrant every day.

In 2004, Herbalife introduced Herbal Aloe Soft Hold Hair Spray. It combines the botanical benefits of aloe with 21st century technology to leave your hair feeling natural without stiffness or stickiness for a soft, clean look.

Till next time, wishing you health and happiness!

Site Map for Outer Nutrition - Body Essentials

2005-04-24T13:48:00.000-05:00

This is a follow up to my earlier post about Herbalife's Outer Nutrition product line. In earlier posts, I've reviewed the new NouriFusion MultiVitamin Skin Care line, so today I'd like to talk a bit about Herbalife's Body Essentials.

Going back to the Directions2Health.com Home Page, you'll see Outer Nutrition is one of the options along the left margin in the Products Box. By clicking on Outer Nutrition, you'll see that the website breaks these products down into 4 sub-categories. These are:

So, let's go to Body Essentials this time!

If you've been an Herbalife customer for years, you'll probably know well the Herbal Aloe Everyday Soothing Hand & Body Lotion and the Herbal Aloe Everyday Soothing Gel. These products contain whole leaf Aloe as well as other botanicals and soothe, heal and moisturize your skin with a light herbal fragrance. Get the same benefits in a convenient spray with Herbal Aloe Everyday Soothing Spray.

For those who enjoy a richer hand cream, Herbalife launched it's new Herbal Aloe Hand Cream just last year! This luxurious hand cream combines Aloe Vera with Grape-seed Oil and Gylcerin for extra moisturizing power.

In the tub or shower, try Herbal Aloe Everday Body Wash, a liquid cleanser formulated with whole-leaf Aloe. It's rich lather will leave your skin hydrated and clean. If you prefer bar soap over a liquid, then Herbal Aloe Bath & Body Bars were made for you! These freshly scented bath bars combine Aloe, Grape-seed oil, Gylcerin and the benefits of Vitamins A and E to help your skin retain its natural moisture!

Also in this category are two products that help us fight the look of dimpled skin and improve our skin's texture and tone. Body Buffing Scrub is designed to help exfoliate your skin, soften and soothe your skin, and prepare the way for the Body Contouring Creme. The Body Contouring Creme uses gingko and fruit acids to increase your skin's firmness and improve skin texture.

These wonderful products are part of my everyday regime. Why not give them a try?

To your health and happiness!

Herbalife announces New NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Skin Care Line!

2005-04-21T07:24:00.000-05:00

In April 2005, in conjunction with its 25 year Anniversary celebration, Herbalife has announced the launch of its new NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Skin Care line.

"Made with antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E and skin-enahncing herbal ingredients, the NouriFusion™ line combines the best of science and nature to help give you beautiful, healthy-looking skin.

NouriFusion™ is ACE for your Face!

Vitamin A

helps regulate skin growth
improves skin moisture content
helps promote your skin's own renewa
helps reverse signs of premature aging

Vitamin C

helps your skin produce collagen
promotes firm skin tone
supports your skin's immune system
provides antioxidant protection

Vitamin E

protects skin moisture
smoothes skin surface
helps reduce skin inflammation
is a powerful antioxidant"

You can find these new NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Skin Care products at Directions2Health.com under the Outer Nutrition category. Look for these products listed individually as New Skin Essentials or in convenient packages under New Skin Care Systems.

Product listing:

NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Normal to Dry System

NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Normal to Oily System

NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Eye Cream

NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Eye Gel

NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Moisture Mask

NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Clarifying Mask

NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Exfoliating Scrub

NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Night Cream

Site Map for Outer Nutrition

2005-04-19T17:23:00.000-05:00

This is another in a series of articles describing what is available at Directions2Health.com and where to find it! In this post, I'd like to talk about Herbalife's Outer Nutrition product line.

In my earlier posts - and what Herbalife is best known for - I talked about the nutrition supplements the company offers for weight management and health optimization. All of those products are considered by Herbalife as part of its "Inner" or Cellular Nutrition program.

Herbalife recognizes that the appearance of our skin and hair also depends heavily on proper Inner Nutrition - that is, the nutritional value of the food we eat and the vitamins and nutritional supplements we take each day. But to look our very best, Herbalife gives us a two-prong approach by also offering wonderful Outer Nutrition products that protect and nourish our skin and hair and to help us look younger.

If you start of the Directions2Health.com Home Page, you'll see Outer Nutrition is one of the options along the left margin in the Products Box. By clicking on Outer Nutrition, you'll see that the website breaks these products down into 4 general areas. These are:

Herbalife has just announced (brand new in April 2005!) the launch of its NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Skin Care line! As a "Fusion of Science and Nature", these new skin care products offer antioxidant vitamins A, C and E and skin-enhancing herbal ingredients to help give you beautiful, healthy-looking skin.

In the New Skin Essentials section, you will find the NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Skin Care products listed individually. Under New Skin Care Systems, NouriFusion™ MultiVitamin Lotion Cleanser, Toner and Moisturizer SPF 15 are combined into convenient packages for either Normal to Dry skin types or Normal to Oily skin types.

The category called Skin Revitalizers includes some of my personal favorites! Herbalife's Number 1 best-selling Outer Nutrition product is Skin Activator™ Daily Replenishing Cream which can help give your skin a more youthful appearance and help you reduce the fine lines and visible signs of aging before they begin or after they're well underway. And it's not just for women. I have men clients who love it, too! There's also a health article on the website that discusses Skin Activator that you can check out!

The remaining 4 products under Skin Revitalizers are part of the Radiant C line. By replenishing vitamin C, Radiant C™ products promote collagen production, giving elasticity to the skin.

Radiant C Daily Skin Booster is a light gel-cream has rich emollients that help your skin repair and renew.
Radiant C Face Quencher is a pleasant “wake-up” spritz to freshen and smooth your skin, diminish shine or refresh makeup throughout the day.
Radiant C Daily Facial Scrub Cleanser is a delightful citrus-scented gel cleanser that is suitable for daily use by all skin types.
Radiant C Body Lotion moisturizes and protects your skin with SPF 15.

I'll talk more about Body Essentials, Hair Essentials and Fragrances in another post, but suffice to say that Herbalife has developed some great skin softeners, such as Herbal Aloe Lotion, Shampoos and Conditioners to leave your hair clean and healthy, as well as some lovely fragrances.

Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

Spring into Action!

2005-04-17T08:49:00.000-05:00

Like so many of my clients, the winter months are the hardest time in terms of maintaining my health and my weight. So, I'm really ready to celebrate the beautiful spring weather that has arrived here in North Carolina!

I'm "Springing into Action" this week with a three part lifestyle plan!

1. The first step is always to start with a healthy, nutritious eating plan. (I hate to say "diet"!) For me, that's easy. As an Herbalife Independent Distributor through Directions2Health.com, I follow the Herbalife ShapeWorks Daily Planning Guide.

My daily eating plan starts with a delicious high protein low carbohydrate shake made with one cup of soy milk and two tablespoons of ShapeWorks Formula 1 Nutritious Shake Mix. I alternate which of the five flavors I use - French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Wild Berry, Tropical Fruit, or Cookies N Cream - and mix in one cup of a different fruit in every shake. Whipped up in the blender, it's easy, delicious and I can take it with me if I'm running out the door!

I follow that up with a Formula 2 Muti-Vitamin Complex tablet with each meal as well as a Cell Activator tablet. That combination is the basis of Herbalife's Cellular Nutrition program and it has worked great for me.

Since I would like to trim off the last of the extra pounds I gained during the winter, I'm replacing two meals a day with my Herbalife shake. For my third meal, I'm concentrating on having a healthy, colorful meal. That starts with lean meat (fish, chicken or other lean protein sources), a big fresh green salad, more fresh vegetables and another serving of fresh fruit. I often save my fruit for an evening snack (instead of eating ice cream in front of the TV late at night!).

I try to stay away from "white" foods - starches like potatoes, rice and pasta, white sugar, etc. Those are calories and carbs that I don't need and that don't provide as much healthy nutrition as colorful fruits and vegetables.

Finally, in terms of my meal plan, I'm tracking my protein intake. Even with the Formula 1 shakes twice a day and a protein serving at night, I don't get the full 125 grams of protein a day that my body needs. So I usually add 2 tablspoons of Formula 3 Personalized Protein Powder to my shakes. It's a low-calorie low-fat way to get in my additional protein which is essential for protecting and building lean muscle.

(We're all different in our protein requirements. If you don't know how much protein your body needs, send me with your height and weight and I can provide you with your personalized protein goal!)

2. The second step in my "Spring into Action" lifestyle is exercise. I know - the dreaded "e-word"! But no diet alone is sufficient for good health. Exercise is a must - both to burn calories and lose weight AND to build muscle and strong bones.

My exercise regime is two-fold. I include both cardiovascular and strength-building exercise. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, I do a series of strength-building exercises to build lean muscle. That's critical for helping maintain my ideal weight because lean muscle is what gives us our metabolism. Building muscle increases your metabolism - making it possible to burn more calories every day and eat the foods I enjoy. The strength training is also important for strengthening our bones and warding off osteoporosis.

On alternate days, I concentrate on cardiovascular exercise. First of all, you can't do strength-building exercise every day because you need to give your body at least one day off to repair itself. So on those "repair" days, I do cardio work. Nothing fancy - I just get outdoors and walk my dog! With cardiovascular exercise, my focus is on burning calories and giving my weight loss goals an extra kick. And in this beautiful spring weather, it's a joy to walk!

I am adding an extra twist this spring. I've been reading more and more about taking "10,000 steps a day" as a threshold for healthy living. So I just bought a small pedometer ($14.95 at my local sports shop). I'm wearing it all day to guage how much activity I'm getting. I just started, but it looks like I'll need to give that dog one extra walk if I want to hit 10,000 steps today!

3. The third part of my "Spring into Action" lifestyle is reserving a little time to de-stress. Some time for me every day. Meditation is a great way to balance our hectic lives and de-stress. But I'm planning on doing a variety of things - like taking a half-hour to play the piano or listen to a favorite CD. Maybe soak in a long hot bath. Whatever the activity, I know that stress is counterproductive to health so spending that quiet time, keeping my lifestyle in balance will be as important as the other steps.

Well, that's it! That's my "Spring into Action" approach this year. What's your lifestyle like? Isn't this a great time of year to look at your approach to life and come up with a lifestyle plan of your own?

Wishing you health and happiness,
Lindsey

Site Map for Targeted Nutrition - Energy & Fitness

2005-04-05T08:11:00.000-05:00

This is the ninth in a series of messages that explains the specific links in my online store for Herbalife products at Directions2Health.com.

Begin at the Home Page and look along the left hand margin for the Products box. Inside, you'll see the main product categories listed:

Weight Management
Targeted Nutrition
Outer Nutrition
Special Offers
Wholesale Buyer Club

Begin by clicking on the Targeted Nutrition link in the Home Page Products box (along the left hand margin) to be directed to the lead page for Herbalife Targeted Nutrition products. You'll see a clickable list in the center of the page for several sub-categories of nutritional supplements.

The Energy & Fitness sub-category offers several natural energy solutions that will help you maximize your health and fitness.

Bulk & Muscle Formula Protein Drink Mix is designed for the serious athlete or body builder. This advanced formula delivers the nutrition and protein you need to build lean muscle mass for peak performance. It is available in Chocolate and Vanilla flavors.

Joint Support with Glucosamine with Herbs is a scientifically formulated tablet that includes glucosamine, methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), herbs turmeric and dosmelia, as well as the enzyme bromelain. These nutrients protect joints against wear and tear and help healthy cartilage to cushion your joints.

N-R-G Nature's Naw Guarana Tablets and Tea Mix contain the same guarana source prized for centuries by the Amazon Indians. Guarana seeds contain a guaranine that can increase mental alertness and help maintain energy levels. The Tea Mix is also available in a Kosher Formula.

Herbal Concentrate is a delicious low-calorie tea mix that provides a natural energy lift. It includes the thermojenic and antioxidant properties of green tea and is helpful in any weight loss program. It is available in a variety of sizes and flavors:

Original Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 1.8 oz. container

Original Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 3.5 oz. container
Original Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 15 packets

Original Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 1.8 oz. container - Kosher

Original Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 3.5 oz. container - Kosher

Lemon Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 3.5 oz. container

Raspberry Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 3.5 oz. container

Peach Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 3.5 oz. container

Lemon Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 3.5 oz. container - Kosher

Raspberry Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 3.5 oz. container - Kosher

Peach Flavor Herbal Concentrate in 3.5 oz. container - Kosher

Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

ShapeWorks Weight Management Programs

2005-03-30T19:10:00.000-05:00

Prospective weight loss customer are often confused regarding which of Herbalife's ShapeWorks Programs is the right choice for their needs. Let me outline the basic differences between the different ShapeWorks Programs available at Directions2Health.com.

The basic ShapeWorks QuickStart programs provide Cellular Nutrition in the form of a Formula 1 meal replacement shake, Formula 2 Multivitamin tablet and Cell Activator, a supplement designed to help you absorb and assimilate essential nutrients. As part of a weight loss program, we recommend replacing two meals each day with a healthy Formula 1 nutritious shake, and taking the Formula 2 Multivitamins and Cell Activator tablets three times a day.

The basic ShapeWorks QuickStart programs available in five delicious flavors: French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Wild Berry and Cookies 'N Cream.

For individuals who may need higher levels of protein each day, the ShapeWorks QuickStart Protein Plus programs offer the addition of Herbalife's Formula 3 Personalized Protein Powder. These programs also come in French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Wild Berry and Cookies 'N Cream.

For those individuals looking for additional weight loss enhancers, the ShapeWorks Advanced programs include the same products included in the QuickStart programs, plus Total Control for appetite control and Cell-U-Loss for help eliminating excess fluids. The ShapeWorks Advanced programs are available in French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Wild Berry and Cookies 'N Cream.

You can also add the benefit of Formula 3 Personalized Protein Powder to the Advanced programs by ordering the ShapeWorks Advanced Protein Plus programs, available in French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Wild Berry and Cookies 'N Cream.

For people who plan to lose a significant amount of weight, or for those who simply want to ensure that they lose the weight as quickly as possible, the most comprehensive choice is either the ShapeWorks Ultimate Protein Plus programs. These programs offers the best combination of good nutrition, appetite control and protein snacks.

The ShapeWorks Ultimate programs are available in French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Wild Berry and Cookies 'N Cream.

The ShapeWorks Ultimate Protein Plus programs are also available in French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Wild Berry and Cookies 'N Cream.

Each of these programs is designed to provide a one month's supply for weight loss. However, the individual components of each program can be purchased separately.

Formula 1 Nutritious Shake Mix in French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Wild Berry and Cookies 'N Cream

Formula 2 Multivitamin Complex

Formula 3 Personalized Protein Powder

Cell Activator

Total Control

Cell-U-Loss

Snack Defense

ShapeWorks Snack Pack

Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

Site Map for Targeted Nutrition - Children's Health

2005-03-28T16:40:00.000-05:00

This is the eighth in a series of messages that explains the specific links in my online store for Herbalife products at Directions2Health.com. Begin at the Home Page and look along the left hand margin for the Products box. Inside, you'll see the main product categories listed:

Weight Management
Targeted Nutrition
Outer Nutrition
Special Offers
Wholesale Buyer Club

Begin by clicking on the Targeted Nutrition link in the Home Page Products box (along the left hand margin) to be directed to the lead page for Herbalife Targeted Nutrition products. You'll see a clickable list in the center of the page for several sub-categories of nutritional supplements.

The Children's Health sub-category offers two multivitamins especially designed for children.

Kindermins is a liquid multivitamin for children up to 3 years of age. This tasty formula in a liquid base makes it easy for the vitamins to be absorbed and assimilated by young children.

For children from 2 to 4 years old, Herbalife makes Dinomins mutivitamin tablets in a fun dinosaur shape! Full of vitamins and minerals, plus calcium, iron and zinc, these tablets are a great way to make sure your children are getting the nutrition they need.

Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

Site Map for Targeted Nutrition - Men's Health

2005-03-28T16:24:00.000-05:00

This is the seventh in a series of messages that explains the specific links in my online store for Herbalife products at Directions2Health.com. Begin at the Home Page and look along the left hand margin for the Products box. Inside, you'll see the main product categories listed:

Weight Management
Targeted Nutrition
Outer Nutrition
Special Offers
Wholesale Buyer Club

The supplements in the Men's Solutions sub-category combine natural herbs, botanicals and vitamins to help men optimize their health and address their special needs.

Male Factor 1000 is an Herbalife proprietary blend of premium oats, nettle and ginseng designed to increase vitality, stanmina, endurance and muscular integrity.

Mega Ginseng Blend offers a mixture of the world's most widely used ginsengs.

Ultimate Prostate Formula is a blend of active plant extracts, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to support good prostate health.

Prelox Blue offers men a safe and natural way to enhance their sexual responsiveness by supporting circulation and blood flow to the genital area.

Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

Site Map for Targeted Nutrition - Women's Health

2005-03-26T10:52:00.000-05:00

This is the sixth in a series of messages that explains the specific links in my online store for Herbalife products at Directions2Health.com. Begin at the Home Page and look along the left hand margin for the Products box. Inside, you'll see the main product categories listed:

Weight Management
Targeted Nutrition
Outer Nutrition
Special Offers
Wholesale Buyer Club

The supplements in the Women's Solutions sub-category combine natural herbs, botanicals and vitamins to help a woman feel her best no matter what her age.

Xtra-Cal provides a concentrated source of calcium to promote strong bones and avoid osteoporosis and bone loss. This supplement also includes vitamin D and magnesium to help with calcium absorption and utilization.

Tang Kuei (also known as dong quai) is an herb long used by the Chinese to help normalize a woman's reproductive cycle. Herbalife's Tang Kuei Plus can help relieve PMS symptoms and promote a more restful sleep. Herbalife also offers a Tang Keui Plus in a Kosher version.

Triple Berry Complex is formulated from whole cranberries, known for their high vitamin C content, fiber and other health-promoting nutrients, and is combined with blueberries and bilberry to create a unique supplement that supports urinary tract health.

For women who are seeking natural relief for hot flashes, sleepless nights and the other symptoms associated with hormonal changes, Herbalife has formulated Women's Choice. This supplement contains antioxidants as well as a blend of isoflavones from red clover, soy and kudzu, along with black cohosh, all of which may promote hormone balance, especially during perimenopause.

Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

Site Map for Targeted Nutrition - Immune Solutions

2005-03-22T10:42:00.000-05:00

This is the fifth in a series of messages that explains the specific links in my online store for Herbalife products at Home Page and look in along the left hand margin for the Products box. Inside, you'll see the main product categories listed:

Weight Management

Targeted Nutrition

Outer Nutrition

Special Offers

Wholesale Buyer Club

Ocular Defense Formula combines herbs, vitamins and minerals to protect and improve your eye health. In addition to antioxidants vitamins A and C, and minerals Selenium, Zinc and Maganese, the two key components of Ocular Defense Formula are the potent phytonutrient lutein and the flavonoid-rich herb bilberry.

Lutein is a carotenoid found in spinach and kale, among other vegetables. Although the carotenoid beta-carotene may be better known, Lutein is believed to be even more important to your eyesight because it acts like an antioxidant in protecting your eyes from free radical damage. And because your body does not produce lutein naturally, you must obtain lutein through your diet or nutritional supplements.

Bilberry contains anthocyanodins, bioflavonoids that have been shown to strengthen the capillaries that deliver blood and nutrients to your eyes and the surrounding eye muscles. Bilberry has been shown to be helpful in improving night vision and preventing age-related macular degeneration, perhaps the leading cause of central blindness today.

Your eyes are your window to the world. Why not do everything you can to protect them? My personal experience with Ocular Defense Formula is that my prescription for contact lenses improved significantly after only 3 months of taking Ocular Defense Formula.

Another great formulation designed to boost your immune system is Schizandra Plus, a tablet that combines Schizandra berries, a natural antioxident used in China for centuries, with Vitamin E, Selenium, Ascorbyl Palmitate (a fat-soluble form of Vitamin C) and Beta-Carotene. This special combination of antioxidants will protect your body from free radical damage and support your natural defenses against the stress, pollution and allergens we all face in everyday life.

The last antioxidant formulation in the Immune Solutions sub-category is RoseOx. A combination of the herb Rosemary and other antioxidants, including Vitamin E, is unique in that it promotes a "cascading" effect resulting in potent, longer-lasting protection.

I include all three of these antioxidant formulations as part of my daily routine, and I recommend them highly.

Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

Targeted Nutrition Site Map for Stress Management

2005-03-19T13:18:00.000-05:00

This is the fourth in a series of messages that explains the specific links in my online store for Herbalife products at Home Page and look in along the left hand margin for the Products box. Inside, you'll see the main product categories listed:

Weight Management

Targeted Nutrition

Outer Nutrition

Special Offers

Wholesale Buyer Club

Restful sleep is one of the most restorative gifts we can give our bodies. And getting too little sleep on a regular basis can be more serious than you think.

Chronic lack of sleep can negatively impact your metabolism, making it increasingly difficult for your system to proper metabolize carbohyrates. Sleep studies have shown than sleep deprivation has been correlated with high blood pressure, obesity and memory loss. Some studies have indicated that not getting enough sleep suspresses our immune system, making us more suseptible to viral infection. Yet, many people avoid prescription sleeping pills for fear that they are potentially addictive and can make a person groggy the next day.

Herbalife has answered that call for help with Sleep Now, a non-addictive herbal formula that includes calming herbs to help you relax and Melatonin to help regulate your sleep cycle. You will awaken refreshed and ready to go the next day, with no grogginess or unpleasant side effects.

Beyond getting a good night's sleep, many of us experience stress and tension in our work and personal lives. Feeling "stressed out" does more than just make us feel irritable.

Stress impacts the body in a way that causes premature aging. Our bodies' natural reaction to stress is to produce a hormone called cortisol. But chronic stress can results in an overload of cortisol that can be unhealthy - leading to elevated blood sugar levels (which can itself pave the way for high blood pressure and chlorestoral levels) and gradual demineralization of bone. Chronic stress can also lead to impairment of our immune system, memory loss and depression.

Herbalife has created a unique, fast-acting combination of herbs in Relax Now to help alleviate anxiety and tension. This formula is non-addictive, won't cause drowsiness, and can be used daily to promote a sense of well-being and mental acuity.

Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

Targeted Nutrition Site Map for Digestive Health

2005-03-17T11:09:00.000-05:00

This is the third in a series of messages that explains the specific links in my online store for Herbalife products at Directions2Health.com.

Please join me at the Home Page and look in along the left hand margin for the Products box. Inside, you'll see the main product categories listed:

Weight Management

Targeted Nutrition

Outer Nutrition

Special Offers

Wholesale Buyer Club

Last time, we began by reviewing the first two sub-categories in the Targeted Nutrition section. In this post, I'll cover the wide variety of products Herbalife offers that support your digestive health.

Begin by clicking on the Targeted Nutrition link in the Home Page Products box (along the left hand margin) to be directed to the lead page for Herbalife Targeted Nutrition products. You'll see a clickable list in the center of the page for several sub-categories of nutritional supplements.

The Digestive Health sub-category includes a wealth of nutritional supplements that address your ability to properly digest and absorb vital nutrients to ensure optimal health. If you suffer from frequent indigestion, heartburn, or acid reflux, you can find a solution to your gastrointestinal problems in this section. Even if you do not have frequent disgestive problems, you will benefit from these products by keeping your system in balance and supporting your body's natural digestive functioning.

More and more these days, people are trying to eat the proper foods and get the right combination of vitamins and nutritional supplements as part of their overall plan for better health. But it's also important to ensure that your body has the ability to properly assimilate and absorb the essential nutrients during digestion. That's the purpose of Cell Activator, a breakthrough supplement that will optimize cellular energy production and enhance your overall vitality and stamina. And Herbalife also offers a Kosher Cell Activator formula.

For particular help digesting protein, Aminogen is a targeted nutritional supplement with specially selected protein enzymes. Aminogen helps break proteins down into their component amino acides, improving the assimiliation and absorption of these essential nutrients.

One of Herbalife's most popular products in the Targeted Nutrition category is Herbal Aloe Drink. This wonderful liquid brings relief to individuals suffering from indigestion, heartburn and acid reflux, as well as people with occasional upset stomach caused by everyday stress, cigarette smoke and poor eating habits. Herbal Aloe Drink is a scientifically developed beverage that contains the organic nutrients found in the aloe vera plant. The also plant is know to contain many beneficial enzymes, vitamins, minerals and amino acids noted for their healing properties.

Herbal Aloe Drink comes in a Concentrate form which you mix with water (or add to your favorite beverage). Alone with water, it makes a great-tasting drink with a light citrus-y flavor. It is also available in convenient, pre-mixed Quart and Gallon sizes.

Without a healthy digestive tract, it is difficult for your cells to properly absorb nutrients and gas, bloating and constipation are common problems. Florafiber tablets are a combination of fiber and "friendly bacteria" lactobacillus acidophilus. Florafiber will help you keep the colon healthy and provide a natural cleaning of the intestinal tract.

The average American diet includes only about 10 grams of fiber a day, while Doctors recommend a daily intake of 20 to 30 grams of fiber. Herbalife makes it easy to increase the level of fiber in your diet by adding Activated Fiber tablets or Active Fiber powder. Activated Fiber is a blend of dietary fibers, including citrus and oat fiber, in a convenient tablet form. Alternatively, Active Fiber powder is a unique non-flavored power formula that dissolves almost instantly in any beverage - with no grittiness or aftertaste! Either product will help create a feeling of fullness for those individuals trying to lose weight, and will promote a healthy digestive functioning for your overall health and well-being.

Periodically, it is important to perform a thorough cleansing of your digestive tract to remove toxins from your system. This can also be helpful for individuals trying to jump start their weight loss program. Herbalife's 21-Day Herbal Cleansing Program features two proprietary herbal blends - the AM Replenishing Formula and the PM Cleansing Formula. This combination of wholesome herbs will help soothe, rebuild and revitalize the colon.

Finally, Herbalife offers a Specialized Internal Program - a combination of Herbal Aloe Drink in a gallon container, Florafiber and Schizandra Plus, one of Herbalife's best antioxidant supplements.

Next post, I'll continue reviewing other products in Herbalif'e's Targeted Nutrition product line. The full line of Herbalife products can be seen at Directions2Health.com. Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

Site Map for Targeted Nutrition - Heart Health

2005-03-16T16:03:00.000-05:00

This is the second in a series of messages that explains the specific links in my online store for Herbalife products at Directions2Health.com.

Please join me at the Home Page and look in along the left hand margin for the Products box. Inside, you'll see the main product categories listed:

Weight Management

Targeted Nutrition

Outer Nutrition

Special Offers

Wholesale Buyer Club

Last time, I talked about the Weight Management product categories. Today, I'm starting with the Targeted Nutrition product categories.

What is "Targeted Nutrition"? In terms of optimizing your health, the first step for nearly everyone is to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight and to nourish your cells. Herbalife refers to this as "Cellular Nutrition." The ShapeWorks weight management programs are the backbone of a sound nutritional health program.

Building from the balanced foundation of the ShapeWorks weight management programs, Herbalife offers a wide range of nutritional supplements for targeted purposes. These nutritional supplements allow you to customize your healthy program to address your individual needs.

Click on the Targeted Nutrition link in the Home Page Products box (along the left hand margin) to be directed to the lead page for Herbalife Targeted Nutrition products. You'll see a clickable list in the center of the page for several sub-categories of nutritional supplements.

Let's start with Daily Packs. In this sub-category, you'll find Garden 7, a breakthrough supplement that will provide you with the phytonutrient benefits of 7 servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Most of us don't eat a balanced diet every day with the recommended amount of fresh fruits and vegetables. Garden 7 is your assurance that you'll provide your body with what it needs - even when you're not eating right!

The second sub-category on the Targeted Nutrition products lead page is Heart Health. Whether you have a family medical history that includes heart disease, or are simply trying not to be included by the statistic that heart disease is the #1 killer of men and women in the U.S., you will want to take a look at some of these nutritional supplements for Heart Health.

Nobel Laureate Louis Ignarro, PhD. tells us that "Herbalife's approach to heart health targets the nutritional welll-being of your vascular system by nourishing your body at the cellular level to promote the function of virtually every organ in your body." The four products in the Heart Health sub-category include:

Niteworks - a product based on Dr. Ignarro's Nobel Prize-winning research into the importance of Nitric Oxide and it's role in providing our bodies with energy and healthy circulatory and immue-system function.

Herbalifeline is an valuable source of the Omega-3 Fatty Acids DHA and EPA that promote heart health, nourish your skin and hair, and can help to reduce joint discomfort.

Cardio ToconOx supports energy production and heart health with tocotrienols (a powerful component of vitamin E) and CoQ10. It's one of the most advanced antioxidant supplements on the market today!

Mega Garlic Plus blends high-allicin deodorized garlic with a synergistic combination of herbs and botanicals. This nutritional supplement will not upset the digestive system. It's antioxidant properties supports cardiovascular health and immune health.

Next post, I'll continue reviewing other products in Herbalif'e's Targeted Nutrition product line. The full line of Herbalife products can be seen at Directions2Health.com. Till next time, I wish you health and happiness!

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2005-03-09T09:37:00.000-05:00

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Weight Management Site Map at Directions2Health.com

2005-03-08T14:33:00.000-05:00

Hi, everyone! Since optimizing your health and losing weight are the primary topics of this blog, I wanted to share with you the specific links to my online store for Herbalife products at Directions2Health.com that can help you achieve your desired results.

First, of all, let's start at the Home Page. Note that the left column contains the navigation links for product categories, my newsletter, and a variety of information including health articles, policies and information about the Herbalife business opportunity. Along the right hand side of the Home Page you'll find a link to your shopping cart, a search box and a list of our best selling products. In the center, you find some of my favorite products highlighted for your convenience.

Herbalife offers a complete line of health supplements for both inner and outer nutrition that can help you reach and maintain your ideal weight, look your best and feel great. But for now, let's just focus on the specific Herbalife products designed for losing, gaining or maintaining your body weight.

If you click on the Weight Management link in the Products box in the left hand margin, you'll first be directed to the lead page for Herbalife Weight Management products. You'll see a clickable list in the center of the page for several categories. Let me explain a little about each category before going any further.

The first category is Herbalife ShapeWorks Programs. This category includes our incredible weight management products that help you lose weight, gain weight or simply maintain a healthy weight. As you will see when you follow the Herbalife ShapeWorks Programs link, there are "QuickStart", "Advanced" and "Ultimate" programs. This is not a one-size-fits-all approach to weight management. I'll explain more about the different types of programs in a later post. For now, let's keep going down the list of weight management product categories.

The next category shown on the Weight Management products lead page is Enhancers for Appetite Support. Clicking on this category link will take you to a page that shows products that can help you control your appetite and curb your cravings for sweets. Who couldn't use that!?! While the essential weight management programs are found under the Herbalife ShapeWorks Programs link, many of my customers find that these Enhancers for Appetite Support provide a level of assistance that helps them to stay on their ShapeWorks program, resisting the temptation to cheat and "fall off the wagon." In fact, I have a number of customers who use Total Control and Snack Defense just to help them stay at their ideal weight.

The third category shown on the Weight Management products lead page is Enhancers for Energy Support. Here, you'll find herbal and botanical blend products that will help you face your day with a bounce in your step!

The fourth category on the Weight Management products lead page highlights Enhancers for Digestive Support. There is a wide variety of products that fall under this category. Cell Activator is one of Herbalife's most eseential products as it helps you assimilate and absorb the nutrients in the food and other supplements you take each day. Active Fiber Tablets and Powder are two products that will help you get more fiber into your diet. Herbal Aloe Concentrate can help balance your digestive system and is of great assistance to folks bothered by acid reflux and similar problems.

Click on the fifth category shown on the Weight Management products lead page to go to a page that shows all of Herbalife's delicious Protein Snacks. Whether you're trying to lose weight or just keeping fit and healthy, you won't want to miss this collection of High Protein Low Carbohydrate (HPLC) Bars, Drink Mix, Soup, and Roasted Soy Nuts. If you haven't had a chance to try any of these tasty treats, then consider starting with the ShapeWorks Sampler Pack or the ShapeWorks Snack Pack for a quick taste of all our great protein snacks.

The Accessories category shown on the Weight Management products lead page will take you to a page that offers a number of handy support tools to make your weight management program easier and more portable! Start with our Weight Loss Starter Kit for a collection of items to help you get started on your ShapeWorks Program. You can also find Shaker Cups, Water Bottles and convenient Power Mixers in the Accessories category that make it easy to take your ShapeWorks program on the road!

Finally, the last listing on the Weight Management lead page is for Herbalife Thermojectics Programs. Unfortunately, Herbalife no longer markets the Thermojectics line of products. However, because many of you remember these products from years ago, I have provided a listing of them on my Directions2Health.com website with cross-references to comparable ShapeWorks programs available today.

Well, this post is long enough, so for now, I'll stop here. I hope this will help you locate the Herbalife health and nutrition products you are looking for. Don't forget, you can also follow the Which Program ? link on the Home Page for further help and a copy of the ShapeWorks meal planner, or check out the Health Articles in our archives.

Lose weight, look good and feel great today with Herbalife!

Taking Off Holiday Pounds

2005-03-06T10:56:00.000-05:00

Did you gain weight during the winter holidays? I recently read somewhere that if you set a New Years Resolution to lose those unwanted holiday pounds, but haven't lost them yet (in other words, by March of the new year), then you probably won't lose them at all!

I guess it's just reality that most of our New Years Resolutions are forgotten in a few weeks time. But when it comes to losing weight, that's one resolution we should not give up on! Even if it's only a pound or two that we gained over the holiday season, few of us can afford to continue to do that year after year.

So, let's all get back on track and lose those holiday pounds! Keep in mind that healthy weight loss averages 1 to 3 pounds per week, so if it takes some time to get back to your pre-holiday shape, then don't be too hard on yourself. Just keep going until you reach your ideal weight.

Then the secret to maintaining your ideal weight is simple. Never allow yourself to gain more than 2 pounds without immediately going back on a weight loss program to take it off again. Since most of us can lose those 2 pounds in a single week, that means you'll be take at your ideal weight with only one week's effort.

If you let yourself gain back too much, you'll be forced to stay on a weight loss regime for a prolonged period of time. Since it's much harder to restrict your eating plan for extended periods of time, you're more likely to "fall off the wagon" before reaching your goal. Also, your body is more likely to shift into "starvation mode" causing a drop in your metabolism and making weight loss even more difficult!

The secret is 1) get down to your ideal weight with a healthy, balanced program (such as the Herbalife's ShapeWorks weight management programs found at www.Directions2Health.com) and then 2) never let yourself add back more than 2 pounds without taking it back off immediately.

So, here's to our New Year's Resolutions and hanging in there till be reach our goals!

The Importance of Protein

2005-03-02T16:50:00.000-05:00

One of the most important things I've learned is that getting the right amount of protein daily is vital to weight loss and your overall health. It's clear to me now that one of the reasons I spent years in yo-yo diet mode was that I wasn't getting enough protein to protect my lean muscle tissue. Even when I was following a low-carb diet and felt like I was eating nothing but protein, I didn't have any idea what the "right" amount of protein was for me, and the protein I was eating came packaged with too many unwanted calories and fat.

Protecting and building lean muscle mass is the key to long-term weight management because your metabolism comes from your lean muscle. For years I would temporarily lose weight on one diet or another, all the while losing my muscle mass. When the diet was "over", keeping the weight off was a futile struggle because my metabolism had dropped so low, I couldn't eat a reasonable, balanced meal and burn it off. So the pounds just came right back!

Now that I've learned my lesson, I concentrate on adding non-fat, low-calorie and low-carb protein to my meals to protect my lean tissue. And I have added strength-training exercise as well, to build muscle. The results are noticeable. I am able to maintain my weight much more easily with a healthy, balanced approach. And if I do "fall off the wagon" and over-eat, I no longer have that immediate weight gain that I used to experience. What a joy to have broken that ugly cycle of losing and re-gaining the pounds!

I encourage all of you to look carefully at your protein intake. Are you getting enough protein each day? Is your protein coming from lean sources, or are you getting too many calories and fats along with it? Do you know what percentage of your body is comprised of lean body tissue? Is your Body Mass Index below 25?

Please share your experience with me! What tips can you offer? And anyone interested in getting more information or assistance is free to contact me through http://www.directions2health.com/.

2005-03-01T18:53:00.000-05:00

Meet Lindsey Boyer
Hi, I'm Lindsey Boyer. I started this blog as a way to share tips and strategies for improving our health and our quality of life. I believe, as many doctors do today, that the secret to longevity and freedom from disease begins with proper nutrition. I'm looking for ways to develop a healthy, balanced lifestyle for myself as well as my Herbalife customers at Directions2Health.com. I hope you'll join me here to share any thoughts you might have on this very important topic.

Welcome!

2005-03-01T17:06:00.000-05:00

Welcome!

This weblog is dedicated to individuals interested in optimal health and living life to the fullest. Please feel free to share health news, tips, and personal stories that may benefit others in their pursuit of the quality of life that comes from being strong and healthy in mind, body and spirit!

First, let me introduce myself: My name is Lindsey Boyer. I am an independent distributor of Herbalife health and wellness products through my website at Directions2Health.com.

Herbalife International markets and sells its products exclusively through a network of more than one million independent distributors in 59 countries worldwide. Its success reflects the growing demand for all types of nutritional products to support weight management, fitness and age-related concerns.