Join Me In Losing 7 Lbs

It is time to pump it up! I want to lose 7 pounds so I can feel like my active, youthful, perky self again.

What will I do to get started? Here are my routines:

Both ladies weigh 150 lbs

First thing, I drink my Shaklee 180 Strawberry Shake, with 1 cup of frozen strawberries and 1 cup of soymilk. I also take my Vitalizer strip with this.

Right off the bat, I have jump-started my day. My blood sugar is good so my energy

is great! I know I am building muscle so I will look trimmer than the numbers on the scale. And the shake has Amino Acid Leucine, so I feel full and satisfied.

To pump up my metabolism, I also put the Shaklee 180 Energizing Tea in my shake. It’s in powder form and I can drink it hot or cold. There is an ingredient in green tea that naturally perks you up and boosts your metabolism.

I know my energy can go up and down so I also include one per meal of Shaklee Metabolic Boost. I want my mood and energy going strong so I can keep going and stay on track!

Every Morning:

I meditate for 15 minutes to focus on accomplishing my 7-pound weight loss of FAT, not muscle. So no new fads for me! I am seeing friends at a party in 3 weeks so 7 pounds is possible. I can easily see myself zipping up my jeans and wearing a fitted top! No oversized blouse for me. Whoopee!

I do 10 minutes of burst exercises, with some light weights to pump my energy up and then 10 minutes of chi Kung and yoga.

Exercise:

Three classes per week and 30 minutes of walking per day. I make sure I drink water 8oz before and after an exercise session.

I also always carry the Shaklee 180 snack bars with me so I make no mistakes. I know there are times I am desperate to eat so it’s important to have a healthy snack handy!

Lunch and Dinner:

I have another shake for lunch. Bonus perk: I love how my skin, hair and nails look with this high quality protein! It really is an investment in living life with zest.

I make sure I eat my salad and vegetables first before lunch and dinner. I have also reviewed my portion sizes of protein and starches. I am also writing down everything that I put in my mouth and how I feel. This is important!

I allow myself a wine spritzer twice a week. We go to a lot of social events and that sugary glass of wine does me in so I try to limit my intake. I take a Stress Relief Complex or a B-Complex before going to events. Drinking usually helps me relax, but this contains far fewer calories and I feel great within 10 minutes.

At the end of the day, I stretch and take time to be grateful for my life and congratulate myself for a job well done.

Want to join me for three weeks of pumping it up in a healthy balanced way?

Here is the link to some of the products that I love. http://bit.ly/IpKkkt

FYI: A recent study showed that 2 groups of people were doing the same diet and exercise program, but one group used the Shaklee 180 shake and the vitalizer. At the end of 9 months, the Shaklee 180 group lost 50% more fat and gained 25% more muscle!

 

 

Live Life with Zest,

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The Most Powerful Gifts Were From Mom

When we were little our moms taught us cleanliness and how to wash our hands. Our lives began with nourishing food, from the breast to the table. We learned good nutrition and were guided to eat well so we could learn and grow.

Mother’s Day 1964

School days began and our wardrobes were orchestrated by mom, many times to our dismay, like being forced to wear a hat when it was cold outside (but mom, it will mess up my hair!). We learned that fashion is less important when the weather is below zero and that certain behaviors are just asking for the cold or flu.

And bedtime, it was always too early. We thought we’d surely miss something. But we learned that getting enough sleep revitalizes our bodies.  I remember hearing often, “Go outside and play!” We learned to exercise daily and keep active. These treasures are all gifts of love from mom because they are the foundations for vibrant health.Now we are adults, and the tendency is to forget all of those powerful love messages, although they were not always delivered with warmth (you march in there!).

This week I spoke to a group on Cancer Prevention. “The National Cancer Institute says 60% of all Cancer Related Deaths can be prevented by taking care of our bodies first, getting proper nutrition, taking supplements, being physically active, losing weight and stopping smoking.”

So where did we put our bodies well being on our To-Do List? In gratitude for our moms’ efforts let’s begin our days by taking care of the most important asset we have – our physical well-being. Begin your day with:

• Meditation
• A Smoothee
• Exercise

Be grateful.  And thank your mom for the most powerful gifts she has given to you. Happy Mothers’ day to my Mom (she passed away when I was in my 20’s) and all the people in my life who “mothered” me.

Live Life with Zest,

 

 

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Getting a Fresh Start Without Allergies

Did you know that one in four Americans have allergies? This year is expected to be worse because of the extremely cold winter and more flowers will be ready to blossom with all their glory (pollen). It is so pretty and so problematic at the same time for so many!

Instead of keeping a cabinet full of decongestants that keep you groggy with watery eyes and nose, why not try a different “Fresh” Approach?

I once had a client who was in her 30s’ and was experiencing allergies all year long. It was the worst in the fall and spring. Her eyes were watery and itchy, she had a runny nose and she was tired and irritable from the allergy meds she was taking. Needless to say, she was not a happy camper!

In the book Never Be Sick Again by Raymond Francis, he says that being sick is as simple as cells malfunctioning from one of two causes:

• Lack of nutrients
• Exposure to toxins

With this in mind, my approach with my client was three-fold:

1. Rebuild the immune system
2. Restore the digestive tract
3. Remove toxins from the home environment

1. Rebuild the immune system with supplements that support it: NutriFeron, Vitamin C, D3, Alfalfa, B-Complex, OmegaGuard (for wheezing). Avoid sugar, wheat and dairy. Add 6-9 servings of vegetables per day. Also check out Immune Support  and Essential Nutrition!

2. Restore your digestive tract. Did you know that 70% of your immune system is in your gut? Providing your gut with the correct bacteria to fight off the “bad” bacteria is essential to get the immune system working properly. My client noticed she was not getting sinus infections in the first month! Check out options for Digestive Health.

3. Remove toxins in the household. This includes home cleaners, laundry products and dish washing agents.  Shaklee’s Get Clean line is:

• Non toxic
• Leaves no harmful residues
• Safe around children, animals and sensitive adults
• Biodegradable
• Outperforms other brands
• VERY COST EFFECTIVE

Within a month my client was feeling fantastic! She felt energetic, alive and could finally wear eye makeup again. She even lost 7 pounds without even dieting! That was 20 years ago, she is still using the products and calls me for a consultation twice a year to see what proactive things she can do at this time.

If allergies are a concern for you, call me for a consultation or simply try the products like my client did. The natural approach fixes the problem of a weakened immune system, has no side effects, is very cost effective and makes you look and feel great!

Live life with Zest,

 

 

 

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Get a Jumpstart

Get a Jump Start on the “New” Improved You

Ever notice how easy it is to gain 5 pounds and how difficult it is to lose 2?

But it’s not about being skinny, it’s about feeling great in your skin!

Imagine how good you’ll look 5 pounds lighter and how easily you’ll zip up your jeans. And of course, on New Year’s Eve it will be a pleasure as you walk into the room in your black cocktail dress.

You will be the envy of everyone in the room.

What’s even better, you won’t have any mood swings, aches and pains or coughing and sneezing because you avoided eating too many sweets.

Instead, you will feel healthy, radiant and proud in your skin! “Every journey begins with a single step.” – Maya Angelou

Take the first step towards good health.

Join us for a dynamic Slim Meet on Thursday, November 12th to get prepped for Mission: Slim Possible.

We can stay fit this winter together!

Email me: dianamaltz@gmail.com to RSVP

or find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/events/223141754526210/

What is the best way to get started?

We are forming a very motivated Facebook Group,

“Mission: Slim Possible”

Join us as we begin a 15-Day Jump Start on December 19th

We are sharing recipes, giving each other

encouragement as well as keeping ourselves accountable.

For more information:

  Take a look at the Shaklee 180 Turnaround Program and

Then get ready, get set, and go!

Live Life with Zest,

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How is Counting Sleep Working for You?

The standard tried and true techniques are not working for a lot of my clients and they are feeling sleep deprived, tired, cranky and can’t think straight. And sleep deprivation can cause weight gain. So not getting adequate shut eye for a lot of folks may be the reason for the popularity of zombie movies, because people relate to how a zombie looks and feels.

So why you aren’t getting 6-8 hours of sleep?

• You are a late night eater. There are two reasons why you would want to close the kitchen 3 hours before bedtime for better sleep:

• Acid reflux. When we lay down soon after we eat, the acid in the stomach can back up into the esophagus and cause burning. This pain keeps up a lot of clients who have come to me.
• Night time is when energy switches from keeping us moving to restorative, detoxing and reviving the cells. By eating late, we are not switching to that phase of our day and it can disturb our sleep and lead tired adrenals, (our stress gland). Which leaves us feeling tired all day.

• You think yoga will help you sleep.

• Exercise, even yoga stretching, can be a physical stimulus and can rev up your body. In place of that, before going to bed do 15 minutes of conscious relaxation to get your body ready for sleep. Lie on the floor with your legs on the couch at a 90 degree level, place a towel and pillow under your head and neck and cover your eyes (reduces stimulation to the nerve center in the brain that keeps you awake), take slow deep breaths and clear your mind.
• Or try Shaklee non-habit forming Gentle Sleep Complex. Shaklee’s Gentle Sleep Complex contains passion flower, German chamomile, and valerian. Valerian has been used for over a thousand years because it helps maintain a calm state, promotes relaxation, and is a natural means of promoting restful sleep.

• You like wine before bed.

• You fall asleep fast but wake up when the wine has been metabolized and you get knocked out of our sleep cycle. Alcohol is only initially a sedative. Best thing to do is drink with dinner at least 3 hours before bed.

• Your cortisol levels are off kilter.

When circadian rythumus and the stress response is normal, your cortisol levels are high in the morning and low at night so you can sleep. With the reverse, you eat close to bedtime and cortisol gets your body reved up at a time it should be winding down.

Taking Shaklee’s Stress Relief Complex right before bed, helps relax the body and mind by blunting the inappropriate and excessive release of cortisol. Take 2 at bedtime to ease the body into relaxation and rejuvenation.

Look at the circadian chart below, it shows times to eat during the day, so that we have the energy we want all day and are able to rest at night. A few changes in your daily eating patterns will give you more ZZZ’s.

Heed this tips so that dress up as a zombie, and not feel like one.

Live Life with Zest,

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Tips for a Flat Belly

Still don’t have the flat belly you want? You eat well, you exercise, do your crunches, cardio, get enough sleep, but still not there yet. Here are some zesty tips of how to finally achieve the flat belly of your dreams!

1. Drink Up: Drinking a lot of water will not give you puffy abs. On the contrary, drinking more water will help flush sodium out of the body and reduce bloating.
   • Drink at least 8 oz. of water a day
   • Drink beverages with little or no calories, caffeine or sodium
   • Avoid regular soft drinks and soups with a lot of sodium
   • Eat plenty of water-rich food, such as fruits, vegetables and low-sodium soups
2. Eat More Fiber: Not enough fiber is one of the reasons why we are getting fatter and flabbier.
   • Eat at least 25 grams of fiber a day. Fiber is the indigestible parts of fruits, vegetables and whole grain food.
   • Great ways to get a natural fiber source are Shaklee’s Fiber Plan Tablets and the yummy Fiber Advantage Chewy Apple Cinnamon Bars, with 8 grams of fibers.
   • Have fiber throughout the day, not in one meal. This is especially important when having beans, oats and barley.
   • Increase your fiber slowly throughout the month.

     

3. Consume High-Quality Carbs: The key here is not to consume too little or too much carbs per day. If you are in an 1800 calories diet, the right percentage of carbs intake should be between 45% to 60% of high quality carbs. If you consume too much carbs, you risk water retention and bloating, and temporary weight gain in the middle.
   • Eat vegetables, fruits and whole grains – all high quality carbs.
   • Eat three to five 4-ounce servings of vegetables (15-25 grams of carbs); two to four 4-ounce servings of fruit (30-60 grams of carbs) and about 1 cup (8 ounces cooked or 2 ounces dry, or 2 slices of bread) of whole grains per meal (90 grams per day).
4. Eat Light at Night: People who skip breakfast or lunch and have their largest meal later in the day, have lower metabolism. So if you eat light at night, you’ll have a flatter belly and a better appetite for a fiber-rich breakfast, which will set you up for a healthy day.
   • Start out your day with a Shaklee 180 Energizing Smoothee, with 6 grams of fiber + any fruit you add, for a great, energizing breakfast.

If weight loss is your goal, the Shaklee 180 Turnaround Program is the program to reshape your whole body. In this program, you’ll lose the right kind of weight, in this case fat, and you will preserve lean muscle mass which will improve your metabolism and reshape your body.

So if you are ready for a flat belly, join us on Thursday, September 19th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm for a FREE Shaklee Smoothee Tasting Event. Get an opportunity to taste all the different smoothie flavors Shaklee has to offer and also check out the Turnaround Program. RSVP now at dianamaltz@gmail.com or the above link.

See you on Thursday and live a zesty life!

 

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Replace your coffee with 3 cups of Cinch Green Tea every day.  This will increase your energy, has anti-aging properties, and help your lose fat around your middle!

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