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Is coffee making us fat?

It’s no new news that as a nation, our waistlines are growing. Researchers have been scratching their heads for years now, trying to find out why. New research on caffeine and diabetes may be a clue into the obesity epidemic. Turns out that caffeine raises glucose levels in diabetics; furthermore, insulin resistance and moderating blood glucose levels are becoming two of the major indicators for weight loss success. Could it be that your daily latte is the culprit in an expanding waistline? Read for yourself here.

When I was a weight loss counselor with Jenny Craig, I would sometimes have a client who would seem to be doing everything right, but still not losing weight. Sometimes, as a last ditch effort, I would have them switch from coffee to tea, and voila! Weight loss would resume. Was the difference the caffeine consumption? Tea tends to be made “by the cup” while coffee is made, and consumed, by the pot. It’s an interesting hypothesis. Time for a cup of tea!

Posted on February 7, 2024 by Gretchen

A buyer’s guide to Hoodia

Hoodia still seems to be the latest “it girl” in the world of diet supplements. From what I have been able to determine through hours of research is the following:

1. Make sure that the manufacturer of the Hoodia product reveals all ingredients. There is some speculation that Hoodia is most effective when taken on its own, so it is important to know what you are taking. Especially if the product is combined with a thermogenic product like green tea.

2. Look for a producer that specifies Hoodia sourced from the stem, and not the root, which is a cheap and ineffective filler for unscrupulous Hoodia makers.

3. If buying online, look for a stamp, or a seal, that shows the Hoodia has been “certified authentic”. One of the main certifiers goes by the acronym C.I.T.I.E.S., and seems to have the most respect of supplement reviewers at this time.

4. Beware of online “free trial” offers that lock you into an auto-ship program. Some of these have been reported as very difficult to get out of, with the shipper continually re-billing and re-shipping, even though you have asked them to stop.

5. Look for a minimum strength level of 750 mg. As long as the Hoodia meets criteria #1, you should see immediate results with this product in appetite suppression and mood enhancement.

If you are looking for an all-natural way to combat cravings and late-night snacking, Hoodia may be just the thing. Is it working for you? Let us know!

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Gretchen

Lose it like a rockstar

I know- you’ve got 101 diet tips being thrown at you everyday. So ten more couldn’t hurt, right? This list at People Magazine exposes the top ten ways stars are losing weight.

  1. Drink more water
  2. Eat more fish for the Omega-3 Fatty Acids
  3. Add a splash of apple cider vinegar
  4. Eat smaller meals all day long, instead of three big meals, like Katherine Heigl on the Five Factor Diet
  5. Cut out alcohol, or strictly limit it
  6. Go vegetarian, or just fill up your plate with plenty of brightly colored veggies
  7. A cup of green tea creates three healthy habits all at the same time, says Gwyneth Paltrow
  8. Quench your sweet tooth with sugar-free snacks
  9. Workout your brain and body with Budokon- a yoga/martial arts activity you can do with your Friends Jennifer Aniston and Courtney Cox
  10. Treat yourself to a spa day

Once you’ve included all of these healthy habits into your daily routine, check out how your weight compares to these fit-n-trim stars with the Celebrity BMI Calculator.

Posted on January 6, 2024 by Natalie K

Burn the Fat, See Results

Burning fat is a key component to weight loss. Many over the counter fat burners, contain too much stimulants and caffeine, causing you to have undesirable side effects and end up crashing after an energy rush. Thermocerin combines fat burning caffeine with natural substances that work synergistically together to provide successful weight loss results.

White and Green tea provide antioxidants as well as increase your metabolic rate. Capsaicin, derived from hot peppers, has a similar effect on metabolism. Yohimbe is a tree that grows in Africa, which is known decrease anxiety, elevate mood, build muscle, improve sexual function, as well as increase metabolism. Caffeine is extremely common and helps boost energy levels and alertness. The combination of these substances and herbs make Thermocerin. They work together to provide metabolic increases and healthy weight loss.

Thermocerin has been clinically tested and dieters have provided numerous real life testimonials to the effectiveness of the product. At times, diet and exercise alone do not provide the results we wish. Adding Thermocerin to a work out plan can give you the energy and metabolism boost you need.

It is recommended to take Thermocerin at every meal with 8 oz of water. Results are typically seen at a 10-day period. Many of us drink coffee and soda containing caffeine. Thermocerin provides the caffeine boost we need as well as natural substances to boost metabolism.

Learn more about Thermocerin

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Jimmy C