Exciting new research led by Mary Anne DellaFera, PhD, at the University of Georgia, revealed that a combination of two phytonutrients found in certain foods & supplements, can actually cause fat cells to self-destruct. She found that this phytonutrient combination worked in two ways: 1) boosting cells ability to reduce fat by 130%; and 2)…

The summer season brings a lot of fresh, delicious produce to the market. That means you can start incorporating melons, berries, & stone fruits into healthy summer salads, right? Except who wants the toxins that can come with them? Not me! Keep this list with you when you are out grocery shopping. It will help…

This is a great article I came across about maximizing your exercising/workout efforts with the help of astrology. You never know, it may ring true for you! By Natalie Josef for DivineCaroline “Everyone knows that your astrological sign can give you insight into how you tick and how you love, but few are aware of…

The 40th Portland Marathon this coming October, here I come! I have never participated in a marathon in my life, but have decided to do it to help get fit (the next challenge on my weight loss & better health journey) while raising money for suffering animals. I am a member of PETA PACK which…

Shaklee has an online weight loss resource website called http://www.cinchclub.com for anyone using Shaklee’s Cinch products. (You pay a monthly fee unlike our blog which is free to our customers, yipee!) Amanda’s story is their “Weight Loss Success Story of the Month”! Check it out!

It’s just past the end of our 5th month of Team RLEI TrimminSlimm! Time for all our participants to check-in with us on their progress. Have you lost inches or shed pounds? What’s been the biggest revelation you’ve had? What’s been your biggest challenge? We can’t wait to hear from you, so give us a…

It’s called “food synergy”. There are powerful food combinations that tie into the prevention of so many chronic illnesses, including heart disease, cancer, stroke, & diabetes. (Getting to and maintaining a healthy weight also contributes to diminishing your risks for all of the above.) We’ve talked about the “super foods” that help both with losing…

Drumroll please…Here they are! Shaklee’s new, enhanced packaging of their Sports Nutrition products will be available starting next week, June 1st. Though they have powered many successful athletes and adventurers for years, they are also perfect for the everyday user, from an exercise beginner to a bodybuilding pro. You want to put in the best,…

Recommended by physicians, Top 8 Safe Weight Loss Supplements: 1. A high-quality full-spectrum digestive enzyme formula that includes amylase, lipase, and protease, among other enzymes, is also beneficial. Take 1 to 3 enzyme capsules or tablets with every meal to help your body break down the carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in your food into the…

Yes, I know its power. Considering it has almost no nutritional value, it’s shocking that it has over time managed to become one of the most intense cravings in the human body. The sugar monster. It tastes oh so good, but terrorizes your diet plan. Here are some suggestions to beat back the sweet tooth…

With the weather finally turning to a warmer spring in most parts of the country & even changing into hot summer-like conditions in some places, it’s impossible to avoid overhearing someone make a comment about “getting ready for bikini season”. This has never been a phrase that concerned me at all. If I could institute…

I still can’t seem to commit to a regular exercise routine. (Cue the “What’s wrong with me?” pity-party of 1 montage music.) Well, of course, there’s nothing really “wrong” with me, I am like a lot of people out there. This has been the most challenging part of changing my lifestyle in this program. I…