With March being National Nutrition Month, we turn to nutritionist and Shaklee Leader, Barb Lagoni, who addresses one of the biggest nutritional health challenges most of us face today – breaking the dreaded Sugar Habit. We also highlight one the biggest advances in nutritional science – Vitalizer and why you should make it a part of your daily life.
Our Cinch success story this month is about Elana, a single mother of five and a teacher, who is now a total of 15 1/2 inches and 47 pounds healthier.
And, with all those new Get Clean users out there thanks to Get Clean’s recent appearances on the Oprah Winfrey Show, we share just one of many testimonials from people who are definitely sold on Get Clean! Finally, we close with the March special, save while you can!
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In this Issue:
1) March - National Nutrition Month
2) Breaking the Sugar Habit
3) Cinch Testimonial of the Month
4) Get Clean Testimonial: "I Am Sold"
5) March Special
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1) March - National Nutrition Month
March is national nutrition month, which means it’s a great time to look at your nutrition habits and how you are feeling and make some positive adjustments.
Are you often feeling fatigued or run down? Feeling old? Does your hair and/or skin not look as good as it use to? Are you catching every cold that comes around? Are you worried about osteoporosis or have other health concerns or challenges?
Perhaps it’s time for you to get on a good nutrition program. As the number one natural nutrition company in the United States, Shaklee has led the way on nutrition for over 50 years. Today, Shaklee is the only company to clinically-prove that long-term use of its supplements leads to a lower prevalence of some of the major diseases like heart disease and diabetes, and creates the foundation for a longer, healthier life.
The clinical proof came from a Landmark Study of people who took a variety of Shaklee supplements for twenty years versus people who took no supplements or people who took another brand of multivitamins. The results were impressive to say the least; Shaklee users had better blood nutrient levels, lower risks of coronary heart disease, congestive heart failure, heart attacks, diabetes, better levels of good cholesterol, lower levels of tri- glycerides, lower blood pressure and lower inflammation in their bodies. Just as impressive was that long-term Shaklee users were four times more likely to describe their health as "very good or excellent" compared to non-users.
The results from Shaklee’s Landmark study helped Shaklee scientists to create Vitalizer,
www.shaklee.net/raw/prodVitalizer01 a convenient daily strip of vitamins. Each strip includes Vita-Lea, a
comprehensive and balanced multivitamin/mineral supplement with at least 500 mg of calcium and vitamin D. Comprehensive antioxidant nutrient protections, including Vitamins C, E, and beta carotene to help protect cells against aging. A revolutionary sustained release B-Complex with critical B-vitamins including folic acid, vitamins B6 and B12, to help protect DNA and support healthy aging. A full spectrum of omega-three fatty acids, EPA and DHA, which have been associated with reduced risk of coronary heart disease, as well as improvements in inflammatory and metabolic balance. Finally, a small pearl-sized probiotic capsule guaranteed to deliver millions of live beneficial bacteria to support healthy digestion and immune function.
All in all, Vitalizer delivers 80 bio-optimized nutrients into your body and even more impressive, releases them at just the right time, in just the right places along the digestive track for your body to best utilize them. Vitalizer’s SMART delivery system features an astounding twelve patents. You could say that Vitalizer is to vitamins, what color TV was to television! Vitalizer is a quantum leap in nutritional science that helps you to feel significantly better, with more energy and vitality today, while also giving your body the nutrients it needs for a healthier tomorrow.
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2) Breaking the Sugar Habit
One of the biggest challenges of eating healthy is removing simple carbohydrates, sugars and empty-calorie snacks from our diet. Sweets and snacks, chips and pasta, crackers and pretzels, potatoes and rice, soda pop and juices… are everywhere…
These foods are high-glycemic. That means they spike your blood sugar, only to see it plummet an hour or so later thus creating fluctuating blood sugars that lead to cravings, binging and no room for healthy choices.
Such cravings are not about will power. They are about metabolic imbalance which creates cravings for fast sugar and carbohydrate snacks.
The following diet and nutritional supplementation program are ways many people have successfully kicked their sugar habit and enjoyed good, healthy food again.
Breakfast: Start your day with a good breakfast. Include high protein foods like eggs and turkey sausages. Other good options include:
--Swiss oatmeal (rolled oats softened overnight in milk or plain yogurt) with almonds and fresh fruit like blueberries or strawberries (avoid high glycemic fruits for breakfast such as pineapple, banana and grapes)
Lunch: A great time for a main dish salad. Be sure to include lots of vegetables, whether in a salad or as a plate of fresh veggies, maybe with a dip.
The key to a great salad is to try a variety of at least six different ingredients to create crunch, color, and flavor…
Start with, a variety of greens: peas, broccoli, green onions, bok choi, spinach, etc, but no iceberg lettuce (no nutritional value there). Feel free to add sprouts, red and green cabbage, fresh white mushrooms and/or shredded carrots. Lightly steamed green beans or asparagus are also good.
Add a little sweetness occasionally with dried cranberries or dried cherries, one fresh orange (rind removed and chopped) sliced apples, pears or grapes.
Add crunch to your salad with your choice of sliced almonds, pecans, walnuts, pistachios, pine nuts, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds or Shaklee’s excellent Fiber Crunch. www.shaklee.net/raw/product/20262
Add flavor to your salad with sun dried tomatoes, fresh herbs (water cress, parsley, cilantro, etc.) or pesto. For protein to your salad, add chopped cooked chicken, turkey, tuna, garbanzo beans or chopped hard-boiled eggs.
Mid-Afternoon Snack:
Dinner:
Avoid high glycemic starches like potatoes, pasta and rice. Also avoid fried foods! Include, LOTS of vegetables... fresh or lightly steamed, plus meat, poultry and/or fish.
For beverages, we recommend replacing soft drinks with Shaklee’s BestWater filtered water in a pitcher with cinnamon sticks, ginger root slices, or fresh mint for flavor. For more information on BestWater go to: www.shaklee.net/raw/prodWat
Evening snack:
Sorry no popcorn… it’s a high glycemic carbohydrate). Instead choose nuts, a Cinch snack bar, www.shaklee.net/raw/product/20379 , veggies and dip, or a piece of low glycemic fruit like an apples or blueberries.
Following the diet recommendations above will go a long way towards breaking your sugar habit, but adding the additional Shaklee supplements below will really help you get over the top where you can finally control your sugar and carbohydrate cravings once and for all.
Shaklee Nutrition Program to stop cravings for sweets and carbohydrates:
1) Vita-Lea Multi-vitamin or Cinch 3-in-1 Boost, or Vitalizer
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3) Cinch Success Story of the Month
Our Cinch success story this month comes from Elena, a single mother of five and a teacher, who discovered the joys of Cinch during a chiropractor visit. Get the whole story and see her fantastic before and after picture at:
http://www.cinchclub.com/success.html
Then, get started creating your own Cinch Success Story by purchasing the Cinch Starter Kit. It has everything you need to get you started on the path to a skinnier you. Find out more at:
http://www.shaklee.net/raw/product/59065
Soon you'll have your own "cinchspirational" story of success, which also could earn you $500 if selected as the Cinch Success Story of the month! Support your efforts along the way by regularly visiting
http://www.cinchclub.com for recipes, meal plans, tips, and community support on the Cinch message boards!
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4) Get Clean Testimonial
Get Clean is Shaklee’s nontoxic and environmentally friendly line of cleaning and laundry products that has been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show several times now as one of her favorite things. Who knew Oprah was such a clean freak?
Besides being great household cleaners, Get Clean products are safe for use around your family. They have ZERO ingredients that are hazardous to humans. In addition, the average household generates 20 pounds of HAZARDOUS waste every year. Switching to Get Clean products with the purchase of a Get Clean Starter Kit, helps to eliminate 108 pounds of packaging waste from landfills, and 248 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions. One Get Clean Starter Kit is the equivalent of planting ten trees.
Here’s what one Get Clean switcher had to say…
"I have found that I don't have to have 22 bottles of different cleaners. My new Basic H2 can do it all--glass, countertops, woodwork, appliances! I also love the dish liquid (Dish Wash Concentrate) - it lasts forever and the automatic dish powder (Dish Wash Automatic) leaves no spots or residue. I am sold!" –Jeannie D.
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5) March Shaklee Special
Buy any of the products mentioned in this newsletter and get 10% off and free shipping this month.
Yours in Health,
Ingrid Sherman
732-431-9233
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Since this newsletter contains testimonials and other information as opposed to material directly from the manufacturer it is important for you to note that the information shared have not been recommended or approved by the manufacturer, and it is not intended to be used or promoted as such. No claims, guarantees, warranties or assurances are implied or promised.
The health statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. The stories contained herein are not intended to diagnose, prescribe, or treat any disease, illness or injury, or in any way substitute for medical advice. The only legally recognized use of vitamin/mineral supplements is to prevent or treat specific vitamin/mineral deficiencies. The authors and distributors of the enclosed information will not be held responsible for any misconceptions or misuse of the information presented herein. If you have a health problem, see your physician.
