The Culture of Overeating: A Survival Guide

Certain foods are powerful. They cast a spell over the most well-meaning dieter, and cause logical people to overeat until their sides hurt. They occupy your thoughts to the point of obsession as you try to ignore a plate of cookies. And when it's all said and done, they accumulate on your body in the most obtrusive way as a result of dozens of unused calories. Why does food hold such power? And, most importantly, how can you control your eating? The End of Overeating David A. Kessler, MD set out to answer these pressing questions in his instant bestseller, The End of Overeating. Despite being a pediatrician, a former FDA commissioner, and former dean of the medical schools at Yale and the University of California, San Francisco, Dr. Kessler struggles with his weight. Observing the current obesity epedemic, he knew that he wasn't alone. Dr. Kessler, with the insight of some of the brightest minds in medicine and science, discovered the following three reasons that most of us are compelled to overeat. An Irresistable Combination Rewires Your Brain: Think of your favorite treat - most likely it can be broken down into the basic building blocks of sugar, fat and salt. This combination is known of as the ‘three points of the compass', a combination that has been shown to literally alter the biological circuitry of your brain. Sugar, fat and salt give food a high hedonic value which gives you pleasure. This pleasure reinforces you to return to your favorite foods time and time again. The Food Industry Targets You: Everywhere you go you'll see the clever work of the food industry, tempting you with highly palatable creations. Food has become a science, and your taste preferences the guiding light. The food industry has one goal - to get you hooked. By constructing food items that are high in sugar, fat and salt they know that you will come back time and time again. Conditioned Hypereating Becomes a Way of Life: Humans are conditioned to seek more reward. When readily available, hyper palatable food become our reward a pattern of hypereating quickly emerges. Dr. Kessler describes the cycle: "Foods high in sugar, fat, and salt, and the cues that signal them, promote more of everything: more arousal...more thoughts of food...more urge to pursue food...more dopamine-stimulated approach behavior...more consumption...more opioid-driven reward...more overeating to feel better...more delay in feeling fulll...more loss of control...more preoccupation with food...more habit-driven behavior...and ultimately, more and more weight gain." Breaking the Cycle The good news is that you don't have to remain trapped in a cycle of overeating. The following three tips will put you back in control. Set Your Rules: In order to resist overeating in today's tempting food environment, you must eat by a set of self-imposed rules. Predetermined rules take away the need to make food decisions in vulnerable moments. Dr. Kessler thinks these rules should be, "simple enough to fit with your busy life, but specific enough to remove uncertainty from the food equation." For suggestions as to what rules you should adopt, let's turn to another authority on eating, bestselling author of ‘In Defense of Food', Michael Pollan: Don't eat anything your great grandmother wouldn't recognize as food. Pay more, eat less. Look for quality of food over quantity. Eat meals. Cut out snacking, stick with structured meals. Don't get your fuel from the same place your car does. Gas stations are great for fueling your car, but the food they sell are not suited to fuel you. Try not to eat alone. Eating can become mindless when alone, leading to overeating. Eat slowly. Eat foods that have been prepared slowly – that means no fast food. Make Negative Associations: When was the last time you peeled a lemon and ate it whole? Probably never. That's because your taste buds have a negative association with the sour taste. Our taste buds have traditionally been our guide when it comes to food selection, but this must change for you to successfully avoid overeating. Since the food industry purposely crafts food items to please your taste buds (not waistline) what tastes good can no longer dictate what you eat. It's up to you to create negative associations with unhealthy food - despite their pleasing taste. Here are some negatives to focus on: Those extra calories will accumulate around your waist. Your health will suffer. You will become more disspointed with your appearance. You'll feel sluggish. Give Yourself a Real Reward: The bottom line is that we eat unhealthy food as a reward, even though it causes more harm that good. It's time to give yourself a truly benificial reward – exercise. Exercise is a healthy reward that will not only release endorphins into your system, but will also give you the benefit of weight loss and improved health. I truly believe that you can overcome your pattern of overeating with healthy eating and regular exercise. Call or email today to get started on a program that will truly change your life. Athlete/Coach Resources... Get Paid To Play Live Online Sports Games Free! The Fat Burning Workout! Burn The Fat and Build Muscle. The Workout Program Everyone Is Talking About. Athletes! Improve Your Strength, Speed, Agility, and Reaction With The #1 Online Strength Coach Do you care about your BRAIN? EHT Supplement for the Brain, Discovered and Patented at Princeton University Endorsed By Professional Athletes! The World's Best High School, College, and Pro Athlete's Highlight Reels and Training Videos. The 91 Exercises Every Athlete Should Know! 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Unleash the Power of Fiber

Nate! What's Up With These (Ab) People? Click Here To Find Out For most people reckless snacking derails their healthy diet, leaving them frustrated and overweight. Do you eat a healthy lunch only to succumb to the vending machine an hour later? I've got good news for you, if you do. With just a few adjustments to your diet, you can effortlessly kick your snacking habit to the curb. You see, the urge to snack happens when your blood sugar levels drop—giving your body the message that you need more fuel. (Enter the vending machine.) This happens after eating meals that are low in fiber, low in calories, and high in sugar. The solution? Eat meals that are filled with fiber and you'll stabilize your blood sugar levels, and feel full longer. The Case for High Fiber Researchers have done their homework on fiber, and the results spell easy weight loss for all who listen. By consuming an extra 14 grams of fiber each day you can cut your calorie intake by a full 10 percent. People who consume more fiber (as low as 20 grams per day) weigh an average of 8 pounds lighter than people who consume low fiber (closer to 10 grams per day). There are two main reasons that high fiber leads to weight loss: Fiber fills you up and stabilizes blood sugar for hours. This tames your appetite and protects you from needless snacking. Foods that are high in fiber aren't as calorie dense. When you fill up on high fiber foods you eat just as much but take in fewer calories. Breaking it Down It's always easier to understand a concept like this when real life examples are given. So here's a review of a low fiber, high sugar diet that ‘Jane' was eating, and then we'll see the small changes made to increase her fiber content and stabilize blood sugar. Breakfast: Jane would typically eat a packet of instant oatmeal made with low fat milk and topped with banana and brown sugar. On the way to work she would also grab a mocha or latte.  Snack: Without fail by 10am Jane's stomach would growl, sending her to the vending machine. She would end up with a small bag of chips, crackers or candy to hold her over until lunch.  Lunch: By noon Jane was starving again, and would inhale her packed lunch of a medium sized bagel with low fat cream cheese and deli slices, and a small container of yogurt.  Snack: At 3pm Jane's appetite would soar and she would scavenge the office for a small snack to hold her over until dinner. She usually found part of a leftover pastry or cookies, and if all else failed she would once again turn to the vending machine.  Dinner: Most nights Jane would make a dinner of chicken breast, instant rice and a small salad, some nights she would substitute pasta for the rice.  Snack: Every night at 10pm Jane would find herself back in the kitchen in search of something sweet. Most often she would have a bowl of low fat ice cream or sorbet before going to bed. Did you notice a trend in Jane's diet? While she kept her selections fairly low in fat, she hardly ate any fiber which left her battling hunger all day. Her meals were also very high in sugar, which caused her blood sugar levels to jump up and plunge down throughout the day. Here's the revised version of Jane's meals: Breakfast: Instead of the instant oatmeal Jane switched to using old fashion (intact) oats. She then topped it with broken walnut pieces and banana. Instead of drinking a high-sugar mocha or latte, she started drinking hot tea.  Snack: Much to her surprise, 10am came and went without so much as a hunger pain. Jane kept her focus and worked through till lunch.  Lunch: For lunch Jane had a cup of lentil soup, a slice of rye bread and a cup of steamed veggies.  Snack: 3pm came and went, and again Jane didn't feel the need snack. On her way home she ate a small handful of almonds.  Dinner: This meal didn't change much for Jane. Instead of instant rice she made brown or wild rice, and instead of white pasta she made whole wheat. She also added a vegetable dish to dinner, in addition to the salad.  Snack: Most nights Jane skips her late night snack since she just doesn't feel hungry. On those nights that she does want a sweet treat she enjoys sliced fruit. That didn't look hard, did it? As you probably noticed, Jane's daily calories dropped dramatically after adding fiber to each meal. Also her percentage of calories from fat also dropped, since her snack foods were high in fat. This means that Jane is effortlessly losing weight simply by consuming more fiber. You can follow Jane's lead by evolving your diet to include higher levels of fiber. To expedite your weight loss be sure to include a consistent and challenging exercise routine. I'm here to help with that - simply call or email today to get started.

The Deep Fried Disaster

I am often asked how to lose weight quickly and easily. Of course no one wants to listen to a lecture on the importance of healthy eating coupled with a solid exercise routine. That would preclude the quick and easy part. So in a world where two thirds of all adults are overweight or obese, and some doctors predict that we will soon see a generation with a lower life expectancy than their parents due to obesity related diseases, I've come up with a solution that is both quick and easy. (Drum roll, please.) Stop eating fried foods. (Gasp!) Fried foods, despite having little to no nutritional value and being loaded with fat and calories, have become an accepted indulgence in our society. So accepted that many restaurants serve fries or chips alongside every meal. It's no wonder that fried foods are the number one thing that most people crave – they are salty, addictive and plentiful. Are Fried Foods Really That Bad?  In a nutshell, yes, fried foods really are that bad for you. Take an average potato, bake it and you have 110 calories and 0 grams of fat. Take that same potato, turn it into French fries and you have 380 calories and 18 grams of fat. Frying food is the easiest way to dramatically increase the calorie and fat content. And you know that extra calories and fat end up as extra body fat. Other disasters that fried foods put you at risk for include: Heart Disease Diabetes Clogged Arteries High Blood Pressure Obesity Acne Fried foods have also been known to trigger Acid Reflux and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). Need I say more? Going Fried-Free  Giving up fried food may not be easy, though it will arguably be one of the best things you do for your health and appearance. You will lose weight and improve your health by eliminating fried food from your life. Keep in mind that, like all habits, the first thirty days will be the toughest. Make things easier by staying away from situations that place you in front of a big basket of fries or plate of doughnuts. New Foods to Love  Instead of fried foods, enjoy the following: Substitute a salad or fruit instead of fries Baked potato – but pass on the butter and sour cream Baked chicken instead of fried chicken Baked chips instead of fried chips Raw veggie pieces You may be surprised how delicious these healthier options taste. Help, I'm addicted!  If your diet has consistently included fried foods - multiple times a day or several times each week, then giving it up may take more work than simply trying healthier options. You'll need to use some mental strategies as well. To do this focus on all the negative things about eating fried foods: Think of how bloated and heavy you feel afterward Remember the heart burn you've experienced Focus on the extra pounds you want to lose – imagine doughnuts and French fries sticking to your belly and thighs Look at your acne Feel the discomfort of being out of breath doing normal activities You didn't think I was really going to skip telling you how beneficial exercise is to achieving your health and weight loss goals did you? The bottom line is that exercise plus healthy eating will give you the body that you want. What are you waiting for? Drop that bag of chips and call me for a workout that will change your life! Athlete/Coach Resources... Get Paid To Play Live Online Sports Games Free! The Fat Burning Workout! Burn The Fat and Build Muscle. The Workout Program Everyone Is Talking About. Athletes! Improve Your Strength, Speed, Agility, and Reaction With The #1 Online Strength Coach Do you care about your BRAIN? EHT Supplement for the Brain, Discovered and Patented at Princeton University Endorsed By Professional Athletes! The World's Best High School, College, and Pro Athlete's Highlight Reels and Training Videos. The 91 Exercises Every Athlete Should Know! Add 10 Inches Or More To Your Vertical Leap-The Jump Manual StrengthCoach.com BodyByBoyle OnlineShapeShifter Yoga Discount Sports Supplements US Sports Recruiting Assistance. Athletes! All Registered Athletes Will Have Their Huddl Or other Highlight Video Reel Priority Posted on Our Athlete Highlight Video Reel Center! We have Thousands Of College Coaches and Recruiters Visiting Our Network Daily. Get More Exposure With US Sports Recruiting Assistance! For just a one time fee of $25 we guarantee your highlight reel will be seen by over 5000 coaches, recruiters, and administrators. We will promote your highlight reels with all updates until you are signed to your desired college or pro team! Check out the US Sports Elite Athlete Highlight Reel Center: Sign up for US Sports Recruiting Assistance here.

Your Sports Nutrition Guide

Happy Sunday Athletes and Warriors!
Here in the States we prepare to celebrate our Independence Day with Bar-B-Cue's, Fireworks, Family and Friends. It's also a day when not the healthiest of meal planning will take place. I am often asked: "What do I eat?" , and even though there is no cookie cutter meal plan that fits everyone, there are some basic guidelines that can help everyone.

Nancy Clark is one of the foremost authorities on Sports Nutrition and her newest guide could be the most important part of your gym bag. Check it out.
-Nate

Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook-5th Edition By Nancy Clark— $8.50 (Save 57%!)Boost your energy, manage stress, build muscle, lose fat, and improve your performance. The best-selling nutrition guide is now better than ever! Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook will help you make the right choices in cafes, convenience stores, drive-throughs, and your own kitchen. Whether you’re preparing for competition or simply...
Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook-5th Edition By Nancy ClarkBoost your energy, manage stress, build muscle, lose fat, and improve your performance. The best-selling nutrition guide is now better than ever! Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook will help you make the right choices in cafes, convenience stores, drive-throughs, and your own kitchen. Whether you’re preparing for competition or simply eating for an active lifestyle, let this leading sports nutritionist show you how to get maximum benefit from the foods you choose and the meals you make. You’ll learn what to eat before and during exercise and events, how to refuel for optimal recovery, and how to put into use Clark’s family-friendly recipes and meal plans. You’ll find the latest research and recommendations on supplements, energy drinks, organic foods, fluid intake, popular diets, carbohydrate and protein intake, training, competition, fat reduction, and muscle gain. Whether you’re seeking advice on getting energized for exercise or improving your health and performance, Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook has the answers you can trust. Contents Part I Everyday Eating for Active People Chapter 1 Building a High-Energy Eating Plan Chapter 2 Eating to Stay Healthy for the Long Run Chapter 3 Breakfast: The Key to a Successful Sports Diet Chapter 4 Lunch and Dinner: At Home, on the Run, and on the Road Chapter 5 Snacking for Health and Sustained Energy Chapter 6 Carbohydrate: Simplifying a Complex Topic Chapter 7 Protein to Build and Repair Muscles Chapter 8 Replacing Sweat Losses to Maintain Performance Part II The Science of Eating for Exercise Chapter 9 Fueling Before Exercise Chapter 10 Fueling During and After Exercise Chapter 11 Supplements, Performance Enhancers, and Engineered Sports Foods Chapter 12 Nutrition for Active Women Chapter 13 Sport-Specific Nutrition Part III Balancing Weight and Activity Chapter 14 Assessing Your Body: Fat, Fit, or Fine? Chapter 15 Gaining Weight the Healthy Way Chapter 16 Losing Weight Without Starving Chapter 17 Dieting Gone Awry: Eating Disorders and Food Obsessions Part IV Winning Recipes for Peak Performance Chapter 18 Breads and Breakfasts Chapter 19 Pasta, Rice, and Potatoes Chapter 20 Vegetables and Salads Chapter 21 Chicken and Turkey Chapter 22 Fish and Seafood Chapter 23 Beef and Pork Chapter 24 Beans and Tofu Chapter 25 Beverages and Smoothies Chapter 26 Snacks and Desserts
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Boost your energy, manage stress, build muscle, lose fat, and improve your performance. The best-selling nutrition guide is now better than ever!

Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook will help you make the right choices in cafes, convenience stores, drive-throughs, and your own kitchen.

Whether you’re preparing for competition or simply eating for an active lifestyle, let this leading sports nutritionist show you how to get maximum benefit from the foods you choose and the meals you make. You’ll learn what to eat before and during exercise and events, how to refuel for optimal recovery, and how to put into use Clark’s family-friendly recipes and meal plans.

You’ll find the latest research and recommendations on supplements, energy drinks, organic foods, fluid intake, popular diets, carbohydrate and protein intake, training, competition, fat reduction, and muscle gain. Whether you’re seeking advice on getting energized for exercise or improving your health and performance, Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook has the answers you can trust.

Contents

Part I Everyday Eating for Active People
Chapter 1 Building a High-Energy Eating Plan
Chapter 2 Eating to Stay Healthy for the Long Run
Chapter 3 Breakfast: The Key to a Successful Sports Diet
Chapter 4 Lunch and Dinner: At Home, on the Run, and on the Road
Chapter 5 Snacking for Health and Sustained Energy
Chapter 6 Carbohydrate: Simplifying a Complex Topic
Chapter 7 Protein to Build and Repair Muscles
Chapter 8 Replacing Sweat Losses to Maintain Performance

Part II The Science of Eating for Exercise
Chapter 9 Fueling Before Exercise
Chapter 10 Fueling During and After Exercise
Chapter 11 Supplements, Performance Enhancers, and Engineered Sports Foods
Chapter 12 Nutrition for Active Women
Chapter 13 Sport-Specific Nutrition

Part III Balancing Weight and Activity
Chapter 14 Assessing Your Body: Fat, Fit, or Fine?
Chapter 15 Gaining Weight the Healthy Way
Chapter 16 Losing Weight Without Starving
Chapter 17 Dieting Gone Awry: Eating Disorders and Food Obsessions

Part IV Winning Recipes for Peak Performance
Chapter 18 Breads and Breakfasts
Chapter 19 Pasta, Rice, and Potatoes
Chapter 20 Vegetables and Salads
Chapter 21 Chicken and Turkey
Chapter 22 Fish and Seafood
Chapter 23 Beef and Pork
Chapter 24 Beans and Tofu
Chapter 25 Beverages and Smoothies
Chapter 26 Snacks and Desserts

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A NYC Chiropractor Explains Nutrition Response Testing

The human body seems to be wonderfully made. Complex in makeup, but simple in execution of any action. The art and science of chiropractic care has come a long way to help solve the mysteries of our bodies movement and can provide solutions when our bodies are malfunctioning in movement. read on!
-Nate

A NYC Chiropractor Explains Nutrition Response Testing
by Dr. Louis Granirer

Before finding out how a NYC chiropractor explains Nutrition Response Testing, you first need to understand the fundamentals of chiropractics. This is an alternative health care practice that concentrates on holistic healing methods with emphasis on the nervous and musculoskeletal systems.

Common ailments addressed by chiropractic doctors are neck pain, lower back pain, herniated discs, sports injuries, herniated discs, and pinched nerves. As part of holistic healing, chiropractors will also analyze the patient's nutrition imbalances and lifestyle. A lot of people neglect correct nutrition because of the stress and strains of day-to-day life.

In order for the human body to function at its peak, it needs to be fed the right foods. Many of us think we are eating correctly when, in fact, we are not. Even if we eat healthy foods, we may not be getting the balance right. This can cause symptoms of a nutritional imbalance.

These may include migraines or other headaches, fatigue, high blood pressure, heart problems, stress, weight gain, and others. Nutrition Response Testing (NRT) is the non-invasive way to determine if there is a dietary imbalance. When this has been established, a chiropractor is able to devise an eating plan that includes certain supplements.

Nutrition Response Testing is a relatively new program that is able to detect problems in the body's natural 'computer.' The information is obtained through muscle testing, neurological reflex testing, and acupuncture points. It is essentially a descendant of Applied Kinesiology - a method of diagnosis used by alternative health care practitioners like homeopaths, chiropractors, naturopaths, acupuncturists, as well as medical doctors.

The basic premise is that the body operates through a network of chemical and electric signals. They are sent from and to the brain by the nervous system and the spinal cord. All organs are controlled by the brain and the nervous system. Furthermore, every muscle is controlled by, and connected to, the nervous system.

If something interferes with these electrical messages, the muscles can become weak. NRT involves many of the testing principles of Applied Kinesiology, but the system of diagnosis is different. An underlying principle of Nutrition Response Testing is that many symptoms are caused by an imbalance. When the imbalance is addressed properly, the body's computer can work correctly and clear up the symptom.

Let's say the chiropractor detects active reflexes in the liver or kidneys. With his or her comprehensive knowledge about nutrition, the patient can be given an individualistic dietary plan to follow. This will include specific supplements. When the balance is corrected, the reflexes will become strong and the kidneys or liver are able to work properly, thereby improving health.

When NRT is administered, there are numerous medical problems that can benefit. Some typical ones are food allergies, fungal infections, parasite infestations, weak immune systems, fatigue (extreme, severe and chronic), abdominal pain, a range of digestive problems, and skin rashes. NRT can be defined as a way of restoring the proper flow of energy by implementing a nutritional plan after studying certain parts of the body. A NYC chiropractor explains Nutrition Response Testing in this way.

More Information:

Want to learn more about Nutrition Response Testing, then discover NYC Chiropractor, Dr. Louis Granirer's holistic chiropractic website and learn how to improve your health.

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Go FITNESS Shopping

Did you know that the grocery store is the source for most of your unwanted pounds?

Well, that and the fast food restaurants, but we'll leave that for another day.

If you're like most people then your shopping trips aren't exactly organized. In fact, your grocery cart is likely to be more fat than fit.

The good news is that with a few small modifications to your routine you'll be able to turn your grocery shopping trip into an easy opportunity to slim down.

I've broken down the process of healthy grocery store navigation with an easy-to-remember acronym - FITNESS.

Come, take a walk with me through your grocery store and we'll improve your shape and the shape of your family members.

F: First Veggies
Your mom always told you that you had to eat your veggies before dessert-so this will be an easy one to remember. When you start shopping, first go to the produce section. The bulk of your shopping should take place here. Fresh vegetables, lettuce for salads, and fruits are the best things to eat when you want to look and feel great.

Don't skimp on produce-aim to fill most of your cart here. 

I: Is it Wheat?
When it comes to bread you only need to ask yourself one question. Is it wheat? White bread products have been processed and filled with simple carbohydrates – these will easily stick to your body as fat. Wheat breads, on the other hand, contain more fiber and are much healthier. Make it a policy to never purchase white bread, wheat bread is the right choice even for the little members of your family.

Always choose hearty wheat bread products-the more whole grain, the better.

T: Trim the Fat
In the meat section you are faced with a major decision. Do you go with your taste buds or do you go with your health conscious side? I urge you to stick with the latter. These days lean meats are more available than ever, and the benefits to going lean are numerous. When you choose lean meats you avoid extra saturated fat (your heart will thank you for this) and you also avoid the extra calories that come packed into each fat gram.

Want to be lean? Then eat lean meats. 

N: Never enter the Junk Food Aisle
I have a simple policy that has saved me from thousands of unnecessary calories. I don't walk down the junk food aisle. You and I both know that it is nearly impossible to walk past rows of chips, candies and cookies without putting something into the cart. The bright packages stamped with mouthwatering images will give your will power a run for its money. My two cents? Avoid that row altogether and save yourself from the whole ordeal.

Nothing good ever came from walking down the junk food aisle-just say no.

E: Edge around the store
Here's a really easy trick for healthy shopping. Edge around the store, as in shop the perimeter and avoid the inner aisles. Think about it-the healthiest products are kept around the perimeter of the store: produce, meat, dairy. The inner aisles are where you run into trouble: processed food, baked goods, and sweets. Don't get me wrong, there are healthy products kept in the inner aisles too, but a majority of the items are waist-expanders.

Shop in a circle-stick to the perimeter of the store, do less shopping in the aisles. 

S: Skinny Cow
The dairy section is filled with many healthy items; it is also filled with extremely high fat items. Your job is to pick out all those calcium-rich foods that you love in the low fat and non fat versions. I realize that many people have a prejudice against low milk or yogurt, simply because they've always eaten the full fat version. Making the switch to low fat is such a simple way to cut unnecessary fat and calories from your diet, while still getting all the benefits of dairy.

Fat free dairy products are the way to go-you'll only lose unwanted pounds.

S: Stick with Water
Warning: mini lecture to follow. I'll make it short and sweet. Drink more water-period. Sodas, sugary juices and calorie-laden alcoholic beverages are responsible for a large number of unnecessary calories in your diet. Don't fill your cart with these sneaky calories. Keep them out of your kitchen and out of your life.

Looking for a tasty beverage? Look no farther than crystal clear water. 

There you have it-your FITNESS shopping plan that will take your cart from fat to fit. I suggest that you write down the FITNESS steps on a note card and take it to the store with you.

Are you ready to take your body from fat to fit? I've got what it takes to get you there! No guess work, no fad diets, and no super long workouts.

Go to www.fitnessgenerator.com/ussportsradio ,call, or email today to learn more about my fitness and fat loss programs that will quickly change your life.

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5 Steps to Curb Closet Eating

Do the following statements describe you?

• I prefer to eat in private, where no one else can see.
• I eat healthy in front of others but then indulge recklessly in private.
• I follow a healthy diet during the day, only to fall off the wagon at night.
• I sneak food secretly and eat it away from others.

If you can relate to any of the above statements then you may be engaging in closet eating. This "secret eating life" of yours sabotages your fitness goals, making it impossible to achieve the body that you want.

Before we dive into this topic, it's important to approach yourself from a place of love and respect. Resist the urge to look at yourself as a failure as you strive to discard unhealthy eating habits.

Use the following 5 steps to curb your closet eating once and for all:

Step #1: Learn Your Triggers
Journal about the feelings you experience before, during and after an episode of closet eating. Was there a particular trigger that caused you to feel stressed, or angry, or helpless before the urge to eat in secrecy hit you?

Refer back to your journal after a handful of episodes and try to determine a pattern. This will allow you to prepare yourself with an exit plan before the next potential episode.

For example, if you find that your closet eating occurs mainly when your spouse goes out of town on business, then make plans to visit with friends rather than be alone at home with food.

Step #2: Log Every Calorie
Let's face the facts. Just because no one sees you eat it, doesn't mean that the calories don't exist. The simple act of tallying each food item that you eat will force you to be more mindful of your eating habits.

Find your ideal calorie range by consulting your doctor, and be aware of how close you come to that range each day. Resist the urge to not log foods that are eaten in secrecy.

The point is to bring accountability to the situation, so be vigilant.

Step #3: Carry Healthy Snacks
When the urge to eat in secrecy hits you, it may be useful to allow yourself the snack, but change the script slightly by making it healthy and portion controlled.

Eat one of these snacks every few hours to prevent from becoming overly hungry, thus more susceptible to reckless eating.

Look below for a list of healthy, portion controlled snacks to incorporate into your diet.

Step #4: Don't Stock Bad Food
Most cases of closet eating are said to occur in the comfort of your own home. Be proactive by not stocking your favorite indulgences in the kitchen.

When you have the urge to sneak a few bites of ice cream before bed, you'll be unable to do so if there isn't any ice cream to be found. Be careful not to fall into the trap of "buying it for the kids," as this is a slippery slope.

No one in the family benefits from having junk food stocked in the house. Get it out.

Step #5: Exercise Regularly
How can exercising regularly help you overcome closet eating? It's simple. When you are actively working towards a goal, and are supported, you'll be less likely to self-sabotage.

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How Healthy Is Your Salad?

Did you ever think that a salad could have more calories and fat than a serving of fried chicken?

Most people believe they're making a smart diet choice by opting for a salad, but end up sabotaging their weight loss goals.

Don't get me wrong - salads are a great way to get your recommended daily allowance of fruits and veggies and are often full of nutritious goodness. Made with the right foods they can also be a great meal for those seeking to lose some weight.

Next time you inspect the salad bar or your refrigerator for ingredients to toss in your salad, keep the following tips in mind.

Fruits and Vegetables
Leafy greens and veggies should be the base of your salad. Choose as many vegetables as you would like. Choose from mixed greens, broccoli, sugar snap peas, spinach, cucumbers, onions, peppers, cauliflower, mushrooms, green beans, zucchini, shredded carrots, radish, sprouts, cabbage, beets, tomatoes, and whatever veggie you can think to add. At only 25 calories per serving, vegetables are loaded with vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, fiber, and antioxidants. So the more veggies, the better!

In addition to all your other veggies, go with the darkest green lettuce you can find. Choose Romaine, spinach, mustard leaves, or green leaf over iceberg for increased nutrition. Leafy greens come in at less than 20 calories per two cup serving and provide folic acid, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

Fruit is also a great salad option, as they add sweetness and nutrition to your salad. Try fruit such as cranberries, grapes, sliced strawberries, tangerines, or apples, and watch your plain old salad transform into a piece of culinary art.

Protein
If you find yourself feeling hungry soon after eating a salad, add some protein the next time. Good sources of protein to toss in a healthy salad include hard-boiled eggs or just the egg whites, grilled chicken, grilled salmon, steamed or boiled shrimp, tuna packed in water, low-fat cottage cheese, or roasted turkey breast. A good serving size of this protein would be three ounces.

If meat or animal products aren't your thing, add about three quarters cup of one or more of these protein sources to your salad: lentils, tofu, black beans, garbanzo beans, chickpeas, or a small amount of nuts (they're also high in fat, so don't over-do them).

Tempting as they may be, avoid fried, crispy, or saucy items that many add to salads.

Extras
Though many salad extras may be packed with nutrition, they are often also full of calories. On average, extras add approximately 600 calories to an otherwise low-fat salad. A good rule of thumb when it comes to preparing a light salad is to choose just one high-calorie extra or two half-portion extras. Popular high-calorie add-ons include fried noodles, cottage cheese, pepperoni, avocado, bacon, blue cheese, croutons, cheese, or nuts.

If you love the taste and texture of croutons, try crushing a few and sprinkling them over your salad. If your salad doesn't seem complete without cheese, try a strong flavored cheese like Feta or Parmesan. A small amount will go far. Also, use chopped nuts instead of whole to get more bites of a good thing.

Dressing
Dressing often makes the salad. Unfortunately, it can also make a salad a high-calorie event. The average vinaigrette contains 50 calories in one tablespoon, while the same amount of ranch dressing contains about 90 calories. Plastic containers or dressing packets at restaurants contain four tablespoons of dressing. The entire packet adds an additional 200-360 calories. As if that weren't enough, many dressings also contain saturated fat. This raises cholesterol and the risk of heart disease.

Instead of grabbing the first dressing you see, look for a low-fat, low-calorie option. A healthy dressing choice is a couple teaspoons of olive oil mixed with vinegar or lemon and spices or herbs. Instead of drenching your salad in dressing, dip your fork into dressing before taking a bite of salad.

Remember, eating healthy is half of the battle when it comes to fitness and wellness. The other, equally important, side is maintaining a regular, challenging exercise program.

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Eating Red Pepper May Help Burn Calories

In our meal plans athletes and warriors; let us not forget the power of the Pepper! -Nate Lose the Fat Now! Click Here Eating Red Pepper May Help Burn Calories (From MSN Health by WebMD,) Question: A friend told me that spicing my food with red pepper can help me lose weight by making me burn more calories. Is this true? Answer: Yes, adding red pepper to your diet may increase the burning of fat because a certain amount of ingested food is immediately converted to heat. This process is known as diet-induced thermogenesis, and it plays a major role in determining whether an individual is likely to be lean or obese. For people who are lean, a meal may stimulate up to a 40 percent increase in thermogenesis. In contrast, obese individuals often display only a 10 percent increase in heat production, during which the food energy is stored and not converted to heat. Recent studies have shown that increasing the intake of cayenne pepper may be an effective method for increasing diet-induced thermogenesis. In a recent study of 13 Japanese women, scientists found that adding red pepper to meals, either high in fat or carbohydrates, increased the level of thermogenesis. Studies have shown that eating chili pepper may protect the stomach from some conditions such as ulcers. However, eating more than a teaspoon at any one time can cause stomach irritation. If you have any medical problems and are thinking about making major changes to your diet, consult your physician beforehand. Athlete/Coach Resources... Do you care about your BRAIN? EHT Supplement for the Brain, Discovered and Patented at Princeton University Endorsed By Professional Athletes! The World's Best High School, College, and Pro Athlete's Highlight Reels and Training Videos. The 91 Exercises Every Athlete Should Know! Add 10 Inches Or More To Your Vertical Leap-The Jump Manual StrengthCoach.com BodyByBoyle OnlineShapeShifter Yoga Discount Sports Supplements US Sports Recruiting Assistance. Athletes! All Registered Athletes Will Have Their Huddl Or other Highlight Video Reel Priority Posted on Our Athlete Highlight Video Reel Center! We have Thousands Of College Coaches and Recruiters Visiting Our Network Daily. Get More Exposure With US Sports Recruiting Assistance! For just a one time fee of $25 we guarantee your highlight reel will be seen by over 5000 coaches, recruiters, and administrators. Check out the US Sports Elite Athlete Highlight Reel Center: Sign up for US Sports Recruiting Assistance here.

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Notes On Nutrition And Supplements

Simply use Supplements to enhance and compliment your comprehensive strength and conditioning program. You can take all of the fat burners your want, but if your program is nonexistent, so is your muscle building and fat loss.  -Nate

By BOB MYHAL

• ** When using a thermogenic product (such as Ripped Fuel, Hydroxycut, EPH 833, etc.) to stimulate fat loss, be sure to take in sufficient amounts of protein'at least 20 grams every 3 hours;to prevent your body from cannibalizing muscle tissue. The easiest, most effective way to do this is with a low-fat protein powder or MRP.

• *** If you frequently experience painful muscle cramps during or after your training, then you should try taking 1 or 2 grams of the amino acid taurine approximately 2 hours prior to training,it has powerful and proven anti-cramping properties.

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• *** As far as thermogenics or so-called fat-burners are concerned, ephedrine is still the king of the hill, but when you're deciding on your weightloss supplementation program don't overlook hydroxycitric acid (HCA).

HCA is derived from the tamarind fruit and seems to work by inhibiting excess carbohydrates from being stored as bodyfat. MuscleTech's Hydroxycut is a popular product containing HCA.

• *** The chemistry of 19-norandrostenedione is telling. Basically, 19-norandrostenedione is structurally identical to a testosterone molecule right up the chain with two key exceptions: first, it is missing the hydrogen atom in the 17th position and second, it also lacks a carbon atom in the 19th position.

What happens is that when the liver processes the norandrostenedione molecule it adds a hydrogen atom in the 17th position. The liver, however, has no mechanism for adding the carbon atom in the 19th position.

What results is virtually a testosterone molecule missing the carbon atom. This molecule has the anabolic properties of testosterone (it may in fact have 2 or 3 times the anabolic effect of testosterone) without the level of androgenic side effects typically seen with extended testosterone use.

• *** If you're looking to drop fat and get lean, you'll benefit from 3-5 cardiovascular training sessions per week. Ideally, each session should be 30-45 minutes in duration.

For fat burning, it's actually more beneficial to train at a consistent level of intensity throughout the session rather than using some sort of interval training (as with some of the machines which stimulate a series of inclines and declines).

Its also crucial for you to do your cardio training on an empty stomach'otherwise you'll simply be burning up glycogen stores (sugar rather than fat). First thing in the morning is the best time for cardio training. If this isn't possible, at least try not to eat for 3 or 4 hours prior to your cardio session, that way you'll be primarily burning fat stores.

5 Tasty Lunches to Take to Work

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  5 Great Lunch Ideas for Both Kids and Adults
  
  

  
  (MSNBC Health, ) Some kids love PB&J  peanut butter and jelly, of course  but as a school lunch day after day, it can be a bore. So spare your child the lunchtime blues by packing some fresh and innovative meals. No time for meal-making during the morning rush? Then pack them the night before. Audrey Cross, a professor of nutrition at Columbia University, offers some simple recipes for fun and nutritious lunches, as shown on NBC's Weekend Today.
  PACKING SCHOOL LUNCHES can be a frustrating chore for parents who want to make something creative and nutritious that their kids will want to eat. A recent survey from Quaker found that 60 percent of parents disagree with their children over what to pack in their lunch boxes, and 70 percent of parents are concerned that kids are eating unhealthy snacks. According to the survey, the snacks kids want most often are chips (72 percent), cookies (72 percent) and candy bars (55 percent). And according to a 1998 study in Consumer Reports, Americans spend more than $5 billion a year on nearly 2 billion pounds of luncheon meats. The most popular choice is ham; balogna and turkey tied for second. These three meats account for more than 2/3 of the lunch meat market.
  This inevitable pattern results in the same old thing: sandwiches, or sending kids off to school with money to buy their lunch. Sandwiches can quickly become boring and predictable, and letting kids decide on their own nutritional intake can be dangerous. So below are five meals sure to shake up the made-at-home menu. They'll also give your kids great nutritional value.
  But first, let's do away with one common complaint: It takes too long to make lunches in the morning. Actually, this is a myth. A recent study showed that it actually took the same or less time to make these meals than it did to make the fast-cooking meals that have become so popular.
  Five fun lunches
  THREE LITTLE PIGS
  Make pigs-in-a-blanket using low-fat wieners wrapped in a low-fat crescent roll with mustard dip. Pack with cucumber spears, cherry tomatoes, watermelon cubes and bottled water.
  ITALIAN PASTA
  Serve whole-wheat bow-tie pasta with a primavera topping of sauted eggplant, tomato, squash, basil, garlic, pepper and mushrooms (these veggies are full of flavor, fiber and vitamins and minerals). Pack with a slice of semolina Italian bread (a complex carbohydrate energy source), honeydew melon (rich in fluids), and cranberry juice (fortified with vitamin C)
  BURRITO LUNCH
  Burrito means little burro and it's a perfect name because these rolled-up tortillas carry an entire meal inside. Fill your burrito with:
  

  • Mashed beans (excellent source of fiber, iron, B vitamins)
  • Chopped lettuce (fiber)
  • Diced tomatoes (lycopene & vitamin A)
  • Shredded cheese (calcium & protein)

  Pack with baked tortilla chips, mango or papaya cubes tossed with lime juice (to keep them from discoloring) and orange juice (vitamin C).
  ROASTED VEGGIE POCKETS
  Roast squash, eggplant, mushrooms or your choice of veggies over a grill, then stuff into a whole-wheat pita. Add a small container of plain yogurt for topping. Pack with cantaloupe cubes, a cereal bar (for energy and calcium), and chocolate milk.
  CHICKEN KEBOBS
  On 4-inch-long kebob sticks, alternate precooked chicken cubes, halved small red potatoes, red pepper and broccoli. Add a small container of dip such as nonfat plain yogurt with dill. Pack with some colorful fruit  a kiwi and peach compote is a good choice and orange juice.
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  • Leftovers make great lunches, too. Older kids often have access to a microwave in their school cafeteria so they can heat up home-cooked meals. Just pack the leftovers in a microwaveable container and they can nuke it at lunchtime.
  • To keep lunches safe till eating time, refrigerate them overnight. Then pack them in thermal containers or use a frozen fruit juice box to keep them cold until meal time.
  • For smaller children, make all ingredients bite-size  no cutting should be required. Finger foods are also favorites of kids: cutting vegetables and fruits into finger-size pieces makes them more fun and easier to eat. Dips are also a favorite for children. Use herb dips for veggies or spiced dips (nonfat yogurt with cinnamon) for apple slices.
  • And remember, adults may want to pack their lunches, too. Homemade lunches are much healthier than most quick-foods, and they actually save time in the long run. Just compare the time it takes to make these tasty lunches (not much) with the time it takes to go out and grab lunch.
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What Athletes Eat To Win

This article is a little dated (I think Eric Snow retired from the NBA  after the 2008 season), but the information is just as valid, and maybe even more so now. All US Sports Online Strength and Conditioning Programs come with our state-of-the-art nutritional meal planner.

• What Athletes Eat To Win

  Three top athletes, a professional basketball player, a triathlete and a rodeo clown, reveal the dietary regimens they say help them maintain peak performance.
  Eric Snow
  Professional Basketball Player
  I try to be conscious of my diet, partly because I can't knock off the pounds as easily as when I was younger and partly because you don't want to be too full playing in the NBA.
  Some guys eat whatever they want, but I stick to a fairly consistent regimen: On game days, breakfast consists of a bagel or some toast and a piece of fruit; when we don't have a game, I might have a bigger breakfast such as pancakes. But if I eat a really big breakfast on game days, it throws me off: I might be full until 4 p.m., so I'll skip lunch and can't eat because it's too close to game time.
  Lunch is usually my big meal,some pasta or chicken. On game days, that's all I have until after the game. Then, I might eat something like a turkey sandwich or a salad,  something just to tide me over. I'm usually not hungry after a game and don't want to eat a heavy meal before going to sleep. I may splurge on ice cream, but that's pretty much it for junk food. And I never eat pork or beef. Before I was in the NBA, I ate a lot more food and still felt hungry. Now, I feel satisfied.
  My biggest concentration for competing is to drink enough. I drink four 32-ounce glasses of water or Gatorade throughout the day, including one at every meal. That's the real key drinking enough. Eric Snow is the starting point guard for the Philadelphia 76ers.
  
  Doug Stern
  Triathelete
  How and what I eat before exercise depends on many factors, the distance or duration of a race or workout, how long I've been training, the weather, but one thing always is constant: fluid intake, which is 8 ounces every hour throughout the day. During intense exercise, you can sweat as much as 8 ounces every 20 minutes.
  When I was competing, I trained about two to three hours a day, and I would lose about 8 ounces of sweat every 20 minutes or so. To keep myself hydrated, I would drink gallons of water mixed with powdered vitamin C and electrolytes throughout the day. But during competition, I, as well as many other triathletes, drank a mixture of water and, flat cola, which we mixed beforehand. We did this because the cola contains caffeine to keep you up, and it is easily digested.
  My competition diet was high-carb and healthful, but I've always focused more on when I eat than what I eat. If a race were on Saturday, I would carbo-load from Wednesday on by keeping my meals constant but decreasing my activity level. That means a breakfast of cereal and fruit; lunch consists of pasta or a bagel and vegetables; and dinner contains meat or chicken for protein. The night before a race, I would have a big lunch and a very small dinner, if at all, to keep my bowels fairly empty. The morning of a race, I would only have coffee and cereal at least 1 hours before the start of the race.
  Doug Stern has competed in nearly 40 triathlons, a race consisting of a 2.4-mile swim, 18-mile run and 50-mile bike race. He wrote a training column for Triathlete magazine and currently teaches swimming in New York City.
  Paul Bonds
  Rodeo Bullfighter
  As a rodeo clown, my job is to protect the cowboy to distract a raging bull long enough for the cowboy to get away. It's tough and dangerous work, and you have to be in top physical condition. A rodeo cowboy has to last eight seconds on a bull whose mission is to throw him, but I'm out there working for that eight seconds, the next eight seconds, the next eight seconds, one cowboy after another, for the entire night.
  It's hard to maintain a steady healthful diet because I'm on the road continuously from April to October, and I'm forced to eat a lot of fast food. I do try to eat a high-carbohydrate meal before I work to give me the energy I need. I eat a lot of pasta and beans; it helps keep my legs fresh. But no matter where I am or what food is available, I drink plenty of water four 32-ounce cups of water each day. No way you can do this work without keeping yourself hydrated.
  Paul Bonds, a member of the International Professional Rodeo Association, spends half the year touring the U.S. rodeo circuit and the other half at home in Oklahoma City.