Summer's still weeks away!!

At long last the weather has warmed up a bit in Norther Idaho. Quite a bit in fact. We should see the low 80's for the next 3 days. Most of the country has already seen these temperatures and better. If you're thinking that you missed the boat on becoming slimmer before this years beach season, think again!! All you need at about a week or two to really see a difference. And at the same time your body is becoming leaner, your internal body will become healthier as well!!!

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For me, I did the 30 Day Cleanse and Fat Burring program. Dropped 16 pounds the first month. Then 35 pounds at the 3 month mark. Three years later, I'm still at my goal weight! Not only that, but my health has improved dramatically. See my story at: www.cleanse4me.com

The Skinny on Cleansing

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Dr Wheeler, who wrote this article is in the center. This was taken on our recent cruise.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) - Summer is right around the corner and it’s about this time of year when most people start thinking about getting into shape. Diet and exercise are key to dropping those extra pounds, but over the past several years, something called cleansing or detoxifying has gained momentum as an effective way to shed unwanted weight. But did you know cleansing and detoxifying the body regularly may actually do more for your overall health than just getting rid of those love handles? Our bodies are under constant stress from unnatural pollutants—from the food we eat to the water we drink and the air we breathe—and, of course, the stress of everyday living. Hectic schedules, stress at work, conflicts at home—even driving to and from work can stress out our bodies!

There’s no doubt we could all use some extra support in the wellness department.

Cleanse, replenish and revitalize are core principles behind the cleansing program. The system doesn’t just aid in the removal of the contaminants that have accumulated in the body over the years, but products, like our cleansing drink, Cleanse for Life™, contain gentle cleansing herbs, vitamins, minerals and trace minerals to simultaneously revitalize the body’s systems, increase energy, reduce cravings, balance mood and improve digestion.*

There are several different cleansing programs on the market and choosing the right system for your lifestyle might seem daunting, especially if you’re aren’t familiar with the different cleansing programs available. So why should you cleanse? What are some of the different cleanses on the market? How do they work? And, most importantly, are they safe?

What is a cleansing program?

The body has natural cleansing pathways to eliminate impurities that damage cells and the body. A cleansing program is designed to support the body in its task to “flush” out contaminants that may have accumulated over time. These programs can enlist the help of botanicals or nutrients known for purifying effects.

A few cleansing programs are rooted in the ancient health practice of fasting. Throughout history, fasting has been practiced to give the body the chance to rest, regenerate and assist in its natural ability to remove impurities. The cleansing programs simply improve upon this tradition by developing systems that nutritionally support the body during a fast.

Why cleanse?

While there are many approaches, proponents of cleansing agree that people are exposed to an overabundance of contaminants during their daily routine. Many of these are present naturally in our environment and others are as the result of living in a modern world, which has exposed us to thousands of unnatural contaminants in our daily lives.

Cleansing can be a safe and effective way to recapture your health and vitality. As a side benefit, the reduced calories will benefit your waistline. Reported benefits from cleansing also include feeling re-energized.

What types of cleansing diets are there?

Keeping track of the numerous and varied cleansing diets out there can make for a confusing task. However, there are several types of popular cleansing diets.

Fruit juice cleanse: Eating nothing but fruit or fruit juice for a period of three days to a week. The fiber in the fruit helps clean your system while also providing basic sugars.
The lemonade or master cleanse: For three days, subsist on a drink made of hot water, lemon juice, cayenne pepper and maple syrup. The combination claims to purify the blood while keeping your blood sugar on a fairly even keel.

Raw food or liver cleanse: An eight-week program that generally consists of raw fruit, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. By avoiding processed meats, dairy products and carbohydrates, you cut out many of the refined sugars and flours, hydrogenated fats and hormone-treated foods.

Nutritional Cleansing™: Systems created by Isagenix, which have been clinically studied for producing effective weight loss. The system includes nutritionally balanced meal replacements and dietary supplements along with nutrient-rich drinks for daily cleansing or used exclusively for 1-2 days at a time as “deep cleansing.” The products offer a comprehensive nutritional approach to long-term health and wellness.

Which is the best cleansing program?

While there are many cleansing program, it’s important for each individual to pick one that matches his or her lifestyle. Programs range from three days, eight weeks to a lifetime. Some forbid food altogether, others allow only certain types of food. Identifying the one that’s the best fit for your wallet and schedule will help you stick with the program, allowing for the most benefits possible.

A good system should offer a complete approach to greater health and wellness and include a cleansing component, low-calorie meal routine and infusion of essential nutrients, in addition to regular exercise.

The benefits of cleansing your body are both short and long-term. Periodic cleanses can lead to safe, effective, long-term weight loss, increased energy and vitality. Cleansing also gives you a chance to get in tune with what your body truly needs. It’s an opportunity to get back to basics. Most importantly though, whether you're trying to lose weight, improve your health or both, remember to check with your doctor before starting for safest and best results.

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About the Author – Dr. William Wheeler

Noted for his expertise in cleansing and nutrition, William Wheeler, Ph.D., ACSM, Isagenix chief science officer, has helped develop more than 6,200 nutritional products and is the senior author of more than 260 scientific articles on nutrition. His experience and concrete understanding of the body has positioned him as a respected leader in his field.

Dr. Wheeler, who once briefed Presidents Carter and Reagan on issues such as nutrition in school lunches, fine-tuned his expertise after years of advising Olympic and professional athletes and teams. His past clients include the 1996 U.S. Olympic decathlon team, 2002 U.S. Olympic snowboarding team, several NFL, NBA and MLB teams, NASCAR and the Air Force Academy college football team.

FIBROMYALGIA AWARENESS DAY!

Ok, this is rich. There truly is a "day" for everything. Truly, I am not poking fun at this illness. I suffered from fibro myself for many, many year. I did the drug thing, I did the all natural thing. And then I just got rid of it all together.

People, get rid of the band aide approach. Look for the CAUSE. Dirty cells. Illness simply can not live in a body with perfectly healthy cells. Period. And yes it is that simple.

So to all my fibro friends, I do truly feel your pain. My hope for you is wellness.

Wealth vs. Health

It's Monday morning. Time to renew.

Most of us will spend years of hard work building wealth, in the process, often times destroying our health. In the end, we will spend every bit of that so-called wealth trying to repair our health. Sound familiar?

Not only have I witnesses this first hand in my own life, but also with many people around me.

If you honestly think that you can get out of bed each morning and feed all the trillions of precious cells that make up your body, no more then a cup of coffee, then you my friend are heading down the wrong path. Where's your protien? Vitamins and minerals? What about sleep? Are you getting 7-8 hours? And water, drinking enough CLEAN water? What about the food you are feeding those cells...is it clean? Is it loaded in nutrition? I'm sorry to say, but mom was right all along. You ARE in fact what you eat.

So what does all this have to do with building wealth? Chances are that you joined this group because your focus is on business. No problem, I'm right along there with you! You can have it all. But how are you treating your body along the way?

Please go back and read the article on hydration (water). I'll be posting more helps in the weeks to come. If you'd like to ask me questions privately, drop me a note.

Be Well!

Gina
Wellness Officer

Just for fun:: What Women REALLY Want!!!!

Ok, this is just for fun, but there is a lot of truth here.

There isn't anything more true in life than the message at the end....

Young King Arthur was ambushed and imprisoned by the monarch of a neighboring kingdom. The monarch could have killed him but was moved by Arthur's youth and ideals. So, the monarch offered him his freedom, as long as he could answer a very difficult question. Arthur would have a year to figure out the answer and, if after a year, he still had no answer, he would be put to death.

The question?...What do women really want? Such a question would perplex even the most knowledgeable man, and to young Arthur, it seemed an impossible query. But, since it was better than death, he accepted the monarch's proposition to have an answer by year's end.

He returned to his kingdom and began to poll everyone: the princess, the priests, the wise men and even the court jester. He spoke with everyone, but no one could give him a satisfactory answer. Many people advised him to consult the old witch, for only she would have the answer. But the price would be high; as the witch was famous throughout the kingdom for the exorbitant prices she charged.

The last day of the year arrived and Arthur had no choice but to talk to the witch She agreed to answer the question, but he would have to agree to her price first. The old witch wanted to marry Sir Lancelot, the most noble of the Knights of the Round Table and Arthur's closest friend! Young Arthur was horrified. She was hunchbacked and hideous, had only one tooth, smelled like sewage, made obscene noises, etc He had never encountered such a repugnant creature in all his life. He refused to force his friend to marry her and endure such a terrible burden; but Lancelot, learning of the proposal, spoke with Arthur. He said nothing was too big of a sacrifice compared to Arthur's life and the preservation of the Round Table.

Hence, a wedding was proclaimed and the witch answered Arthur's question thus: What a woman really wants, she answered....is to be in charge of her own life.

Everyone in the kingdom instantly knew that the witch had uttered a great truth and that Arthur's life would be spared. And so it was, the neighboring monarch granted Arthur his freedom and Lancelot and the witch had a wonderful wedding. The honeymoon hour approached and Lancelot, steeling himself for a horrific experience, entered the bedroom. But, what a sight awaited him. The most beautiful woman he had ever seen lay before him on the bed. The astounded Lancelot asked what had happened The beauty replied that since he had been so kind to her when she appeared as a witch, she would henceforth, be her horrible deformed self only half the time and the beautiful maiden the other half. Which would he prefer? Beautiful during the day.....or night? Lancelot pondered the predicament. During the day, a beautiful woman to show off to his friends, but at night, in the privacy of his castle, an old witch? Or, would he prefer having a hideous witch during the day, but by night, a beautiful woman for him to enjoy wondrous intimate moments?

What would YOU do? What Lancelot chose is below. BUT....make YOUR choice before you scroll down below. OKAY?

Noble Lancelot said that he would allow HER to make the choice herself. Upon hearing this, she announced that she would be beautiful all the time because he had respected her enough to let her be in charge of her own life. Now....what is the moral to this story?

The moral is.... If you don't let a woman have her own way.... Things are going to get ugly