We know deep down that changes are necessary. We start following a food plan but realize the short comings and quit. Sound familiar?

Having worked for a major diet company and personal weight management struggles, we're well qualified to have an opinion on the subject. We've heard of the low fat diet, the low calorie diet, the Zone diet, the Aktins Diet, The South beach Diet, the Zone diet. The list goes on. Right now I have two students utilizing the newest rage among men, P-90X workout.  The all work IF you work at it, but why doe we quit?

And what are some of the big hurdles?
1. Control. Especially when it comes to carbohydrates.
2. Coping with the effects of stress which alone can cause weight gain.

3.  Lifestyle and family events

With "The Right Approach" you can reach your goals as long as they are realistic and you are in for the long haul.  What might be missing is your own coach.

Key Benefits of using a Health Coach
Accountability
Non Judgmental
Baby Action Steps

Support & Education

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Skin Care Solutions

Your skin is the largest organ of the body and can absorb ingredients that are applied to it. The skin's purpose is to be a protective barrier from harmful ingredients. So, what you apply to your skin can be actually be harmful to your health!

What to do? Read product labels. Many ingredients are used not for their properties, but because they are CHEAP! Read more about practical, researched skin care solutions that may work for you.

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Supplementation

Do You Need to Take a Supplement?

This is an ongoing debate in some circles. However, there is one fact to consider. Two years ago, the American Medical Association made a landmark statement, "inadequate intake or subtle deficiencies in several vitamins could negatively affect our health...all adults (should) take a multi-vitamin daily."

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Powerful protection against the symptoms of aging to help you look and feel better longer
Offers superior protection against pollution, toxins, and stress with more alpha-lipoic acid, lycopene, and grape seed extract
Supplies a comprehensive blend of nutrients to support a healthy cardiovascular system
Provides choline and inositol, ingredients that help support a healthy brain and liver
Offers recognizable benefits to your health with its clinically proven formula
Delivers comprehensive nutritional support for healthy bones
Provides superior anti-aging benefits with over 40 nutrients
Supports normal blood sugar metabolism and insulin function
Provides all 8 forms of Vitamin E

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Research about Supplements

Essentials for Health
Nature is a marvelous thing. We are equipped to handle and ward off many things that attack our bodies. What most of us fail to realize is that our body is a machine that needs to be taken care of. Just as you would wash and wax your car or periodically change the oil to keep it running efficiently, we need to take the same care with our bodies. Understanding what your body needs is the first step.

Proteins:
These are the basic building blocks called amino acids. There are 9 essential amino acids that the body must get through our diet to perform repairs and maintain muscle. Proteins give you energy and store staying power. Common sources are meats, fish, soy, poultry; 4 calories per every gram.

Carbohydrates:
These provide your ready fuel. But don't kid yourself into believing they are all the same. They are not. There are sugars like glucose, dextrose, maltose and starches like starches and cellulose. They all contain 4 calories per gram but your body utilizes them differently. There are complex sources like whole grains, brown rice, legumes (usually the things most people don't like) and whole fruits. Then there are the simple carbohydrates, sources like refined flours, cereals, sugars, juices, etc. The one exception here is alcohol which is not a true carbohydrate. It stands alone with 7 calories per gram. It's included here mainly to understand that it provides nothing to the body nutritionally speaking and acts like a simple carbohydrate.

Fats & Fatty Acids:
There all kinds of fats. The one in the news lately is called Trans-fats. But for this discussion we're going to talk about the basics: Butter, margarine, lard, Crisco shortening, cooking oils, etc. No matter the source, they are the most concentrated form of energy--delivering 9 calories per gram. However, there are good fats and "not so good" fats. Fats do play a role in vitamin storage and protection of your nerve cells. (cholesterol is another topic). The body can also manufacture fat from carbohydrates. You may have heard terms like "Omega 3, commonly known as fish oil are great for heart health. However, Omega 6 fatty acids are more inflammatory particularly when they are subjected to heat.

Vitamins
These are essential for the body to work at the cellular level and maintain health. It is important to get sufficient amounts of these into your system. Recent research in this area has shown the benefits of getting large amounts of "antioxidants" into our diet to ward off some of the debilitating diseases caused by free radical damage. Damage brought about from our environment such as stress, pollution, excessive sunlight etc. A variety of foods in our diet is commonly thought to be the best method. However, studies by the USDA indicate that less than 9% actually eat enough of the right foods. Vitamin supplementation can help.

Minerals:
These are things like copper, calcium, iron, etc. They are necessary for cellular function like metabolism--helping you burn calories! They are very difficult to get in the body without food. Imagine eating little pieces of iron ore. Many people take supplements for this reason. However, unless the mineral is wrapped in something called a "branch-chain amino acid" (remember a protein) the body will not identify it nor absorb it! Be careful what you choose for a supplement manufacturer.

Talking about supplements...If you are taking a supplement, how do you know if it's working?