Showing posts with label overcoming sugar addiction. Show all posts
Showing posts with label overcoming sugar addiction. Show all posts

Thursday, May 22, 2014

GMA's NonSweet Rx For Better Health!

                Going Sugarless! 
If you caught this morning's edition of "Good Morning America"
then yousaw weekend anchor Dan Harris and Katie Couric. 

Mr. Harris interviewed Katie about her new documentary--"Fed Up!"
What's it about? 

How our (America's) love affair with sugar is causing more than big waistlines. 
And it's just not warning about the harmful effects of sugar,
but how it's everywhere--salad dressing, soy sauce, tomato
sauce and unsweetened juices.

The documentary asks you (the viewer) to give up sugar
for 10 days. If you were asked, could you give it up?
Well, Mr. Harris took Katie up on the challenge and
didn't have a sweet treat for 10 days.
Mr. Harris revealed that he doesn't smoke, or drink, 

and eats plenty of fruits and vegetables, his only
vice: Sweets.
Mr. Harris also revealed that he likes a piece of cake
or some cookies before bed, and that going without
for ten days was difficult.

Well, Mr. Harris survived and reported that he slept a whole
lot better. And when the 10 days were up, he searched his house
and found some Swedish Fish. (candy).
As for Katie who took the 10 day challenge, she reported losing
some fat in her stomach and waking up earlier, feeling refreshed
and raring to go.
Sugar like wheat, is one food that Hollywood always seems to be
eliminating at some point and time.

Could you do it?
If you want to try, watch more of Dan Harris and his abstaining from
sugar, on tonight's edition of Nightline. Or watch Katie Couric's
full documentary --"Fed Up!"
And if you try it, you'll be in good company, some other celebrities
who've tried it for 10 days and one who did it permanently.

The star who did it for ten days--Jenny McCarthy of The View.
After the 10 days, she reported that her joints stopped aching.
Consider sugar a food that can inflame your joints, arms, feet,
back, knees and your heart and brain.

And the star who did it (gave up sugar permanently): Jack Lalanne.
Jack Lalanne- many of you may remember his juicers or exercise
studios and at 15, he went after his brother with an axe.
Asking for and looking for a change, Jack attended a health seminar
in his hometown,
the subject: the dangers of white foods, too much meat and sugar.
After hearing that lecture, Mr. Lalanne changed his diet (at 15, 

no more burgers, fries and milkshakes) and the rest is history.
One more story about Jack Lalanne. He opened up his first exercise
studio in Southern California, and one of his first pupils' was a man 

who would go on to become "Dirty Harry"
That's right, Clint Eastwood, also changed his diet (at 19) and followed Jack's
workout and diet advice and today, he's still directing movies and acting.
His age: 84 in about 9 days.

And one more thing about GMA, the hosts talked
about a new type of female Viagra being tested.
Ladies, don't waste time looking for the female Viagra,
just head to your supermarket and pick up fresh
and frozen fruit, eat 2 small bowls a day along with 2 small
meals of chicken, lean beef, or salmon, along with stir-fried
or steamed veggies and some brown rice (or quinoa).
And if that's not enough, and you're willing to spend
about $2, head to Amazon.com.the kindle store and download 

a copy of Libido Boosters For Women.
In it, you'll find foods (like specific fruits), vitamins and supplements
that'll work better than any untested and not yet available
"Female Viagra."

Good Luck!
JGib~~
RedCarpetRxs!


Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Hollywood's Rx For Beating Sweet Cravings!

                    Overcoming Sugar Cravings! 

Reality star Kim K. says that getting back to her "normal" weight
will be difficult. Why? During her pregnancy she was allowed to eat
more of the sweet treats she so loves.
And eating more of her favorite sweet treats will not only make it hard to
get back into shape, new research says that unborn babies will develop a sweet
tooth as well, they'll also have a greater chance of getting heart disease,
diabetes and some cancers.

So, to help the Kim K's and the regular moms out there, here are a few tips to
help you overcome your addiction to sugar.
a) Shake It Off-
No- not by doing exercise, but drinking an actual shake. Having a shake about
11:00 am helps cut your cravings for 3 hrs. straight.
What type of shake? Try one with coconut milk, 1/2 avocado, some whey protein
and some frozen fruit (berries). Or buy one already made--Slim-Fast or Optimum
Nutrition.
b) Eat This For Breakfast-
Eggs with mushrooms or eggs with some salmon.
Either selection you choose and you cut your appetite considerably.
Eggs (with the yolks) ar very filling and at 70 calories each, you
can't go wrong. Skip the bagel, toast, hash browns, sweet roll and big glass
of O.J.
c) Drink This-
A darker brand of coffee. French or Italian brands of coffee also
had side effects, what were they? Fewer cravings for sweets later on in

the day. Dark roast beans are packed with compounds that help muscle
cells make better use of sugar-controlling insulin.
d) Watch The Clock-
Do you pride yourself on having a slice of toast and some coffee
in the morning and then eating about 5 or 6 pm?
Well, if this is you, you're making a big mistake. Why?
Going too long between meals causes big peaks and valleys
with your blood sugar levels and that can create cravings
for sweets and carbs well into the night. Not a fan of eating a big meal?
Have some fruit, a bowl of soup, some peanut butter (natural )on whole
grain crackers or some veggies with hummus about 11:00 am and 2:00 pm.
e) Read This-
The books by Jorge Cruise. Jorge Cruise tells you about the hidden sugars
in thousands of foods and helps you steer clear of these foods.
Go to Amazon.com and download his books to your E-reader.
f) Get Some Sleep-
Believe it or not, if you sleep 6 or fewer hrs. it may be the cause of your
sugar cravings. When you sleep your brain produces a surge of HGH,
a human growth hormone, and this hormone quickly improves blood sugar
control and shuts down your appetite. And for those who are able-
take a 20 min nap each day. A nap is quite beneficial for those fighting
their cravings for sweets.
g) Light Up-
No, not that, we're talking candles. A vanilla-scented candle to be exact. 

The scent is said to help you relax and cut cravings to boot.
Light one while watching T.V. and make it a soy candle.
h) Exercise-
Feel a craving coming on? Do something physical like
walk in place, some pushups, or take a walk around your neighborhood.
Also helpful: do a crossword puzzle or scrapbook. Or drink a glass of water.
Sometimes cravings can mean you're just dehydrated.

That's it- 8 great tips to help you or a loved one overcome your
addiction to the white powder, aka Sugar.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
RedCarpetRxs!