Processed food: a silent assassin?

Processed food: a silent assassin?

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WHY FISH OIL

Fish Oil lowers Triclycerides – Elevated triglycerides greatly increase risk for heart disease. Omega-3s can significantly reduce triglyceride levels and help correct other cardiac risk factors that accompany metabolic syndrome.1-3 In fact, omega-3 fatty acids derived from fish oils are now available in the form of a prescription drug, which has been approved specifically for the treatment of elevated triglycerides.

Reduced Inflamation – An important marker of inflammation in the body known as C-reactive protein (CRP) is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Measuring high-sensitivity CRP is an emerging method of detecting hidden inflammation and its associated cardiovascular disease risk.17 Some scientists have observed that people who consume a greater amount of omega-3 fatty acids demonstrate lower levels of this cardiovascular risk factor, suggesting that omega-3 supplementation might help prevent cardiovascular disease by fighting inflammation.

Omega-3s Slow Plaque Growth and Prevent Blood Clots – Heart attacks can result from unstable atherosclerotic plaque. The rupturing of unstable plaque inside a coronary artery has been compared to a kernel of popcorn bursting open and occluding (blocking) the flow of blood through the vessel. These kinds of heart attacks can occur suddenly, without typical symptoms such as angina and shortness of breath. Omega-3s from fish oil may help to modify the structure of atherosclerotic plaque in ways that make it less dangerous. In fact, studies show that omega-3s can slow the rate of atherosclerotic plaque growth.

Fish Oils and Omega-3s Counter Dangerous Metabolic Syndrome such as Type II Diabetes. – Fish oils rich in omega-3 fatty acids provide special benefits for people with metabolic syndrome, an increasingly prevalent condition associated with a greatly elevated risk for heart disease and diabetes. Approximately 47 million US adults are affected by this condition, which is characterized by low levels of beneficial high-density lipoprotein (HDL), increased triglycerides, high blood pressure, insulin resistance, and elevated C-reactive protein. Omega-3 supplementation provides important cardiovascular benefits in people with metabolic syndrome by improving both blood pressure and insulin sensitivity.

A major clinical study provides more good news about fish oil. In this large study of more than 11,000 adults, those who consumed 1000 mg of EPA and DHA daily had a 30% reduced rate of cardiovascular death and a 20% lower rate of sudden death. Moreover, the protective benefits of fish oil were apparent after only a few months of supplementation

IF YOU TAKE NONE OF MY ADVICE GET ON A HIGH QUALITY FISH OIL SUPPLEMENT AT ABOUT 4 GRAMS PER DAY – TRY USANA HEALTH SCIENCES BIOMEGA

It worked for Phelps

Last week, I was watching the Olympics and former Olympic Gold Medalist Tim Dagget was asked what you think of on the medal stand his response was profound
“You think of all the tough times when it would have been ok to quit but didn’t.”

Think about how easy it would have been for Micheal Phelps to quit he made the finals of the 200 fly in the Olympics at 15 years old at 19 he won 6 gold medals but neither of those was enough. He had a goal in mind and would not be deterred. Do you have a goal, will you be deterred.

Micheal was asked after a race if he thought he could go that fast before his swam he replied I hoped to go that fast I have some target times (goals) on a sheet of paper and this time is close to those! The greatest swimmer of all time has a sheet of written goals!!!!!! If that is good enough for the greatest Olympian of all time isn’t it good enough for your most important resource your health?

What are your goals not only for Fitness but every area of your life? Once, you have your goals written down head to www.fitnessquestpt.ning.com for all the resources you need to succeed!

Check back Wednesday for my very first DVD release!!!!!! This cd is packed with info. That will literally redefine what you think you can achieve.

C.Todd Lowder “ The Fitness Guy”

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C. Todd Lowder “The Fitness Guy”

Osama and Fast Food

I don’t think we need to worry about Osama Bin Laden anymore.  He is taking too long to kill us off and there are too many of us anyway.  However, according the the video below from the CDC obesity is doing a great job!  The spread of obesity in the United States is killing us with degenerative diseases like High Blood Pressure, Heart disease, and Type II diabetes….

The sad thing is many have been incorrectly been duped into thinking this is natural aging. WRONG!!! We were not meant to age this way.  There is an alternative check out the many tools we provide to help you live the healthy, vital life you were meant to live at www.fitnessquestpt.ning.com.

Check out the Spread of Obesity in the United States

Random Fitness

Just some random thoughts I had while traveling.

1. “We are born into greatness and conditioned into mediocrity” – James Ray

Look at the general condition of American and this is so true. I think lots of people are rationalizing being out of shape because of “the there is always someone worse mentality”

2. I can’t believe how many people still drink full sugar “type II diabetes in a can” Soda! This is just asking to have a HUGE waist type II diabetes and eventually heart disease.

3. We don’t have a fitness problem in this country we have a food problem. We are constantly surrounded by food for people who want to be unhealthy and well sorry for being harsh but fat.

So what is the point here. 1. Everything counts hold your self to a higher standard. 2. Dont drink your calories 3. Choose nutrient dense foods not the crap most people eat. Stand at the door of the place where you plan to eat and if 50% of the people leaving are fat then don’t go in.

C. Todd Lowder ” The Fitness Guy”

www.fitnessquestpt.ning.com

Do you eat insects?

So you think the FDA is here to serve and protect you (the consumer), right? I think if you knew just a few of the facts about how food labeling works in the United States you might think again.

Some of you are saying that doesn’t apply to me “ I read labels”. This is where you are mistaken. Did you know that as long as a food additive is Generally Regarded As Safe (GRAS) your label will only say “artificial flavor” or “artificial color” or maybe even “natural”.

With this in mind consider the average American eats their weight in food additives each year – YUUM pass me some chips,cookies or other processed food.

So again the FDA musts be looking out for us right? Did you know that the food additive manufacturers are the ones who notify the FDA of an additives status on as GRAS and they provide their own evidence to support their claim. This makes the American public guinea pigs in a giant food additive experiment doesn’t it? Kind of makes me wonder whats really in those NATURAL Doritos.

An additive doesn’t lose it’s status as GRAS until reports accumulate citing its damaging effects.

Paul Chek Fitness and nutrition expert makes the point that “insects, insect larvae, monkey guts, and even mercury are all “natural” and are just a few of the things that can end up in your food.

You think this is bad – the supplement industry is even worse – but that is another blog for another day!

C. Todd Lowder “The Fitness Guy”

www.fitnessquestpt.ning.com

Fitness Fatloss Food and Vemma

This week I felt like just ranting, sorry but I hope you at least get a laugh and maybe think a little!

10 Things we should all pay more attention to or just ignore!

1. 30% of Children are overweight!

2. That number has tripled in the last 20 years

3. Whole wheat Donuts and Krispy Kreme – Give me a break!

4. America is ranked 28th for longevity among the 36 industrialized nations but we spend more on health care than any other nation.

5. Since 1955 the average american male height has stabilized while european and asian countries have not only caught up but surpassed the United States.

6. Orlistat – the latest fat loss drug has gotten a ton of attention lately but at what cost check out this noted side effect -  “oily spotting on underwear, flatulence, urgent bowel movements, fatty or oily stools, increased number of bowel movements, abdominal pain or discomfort, and inability to hold back stool (incontinence).”

7. People have to understand that a quick hop into their local Starbucks for a latte and a blueberry scone will set them back 740 calories and a whopping 21 grams of artery-clogging saturated fat. – Thanks for keeping me in business Starbucks!

8. “I dont have time to exercise” – oh come on,  the average american watches 170 minutes of tv according to a 2004 University of California Berkely Study.

9.  40% of americans students scored below basic skills for math and 23% below basic for reading – ADHD is now a common problem – child obesity is at record levels – but nobody is pointing to nutrition as a possible culpret or at least a contributing factor!!!!!!

10. Avacore, Hydroxycuts, or any one of the 100’s of fat burners out there.  How about start by getting your diet in order!!!  There are no majic pills or products or diets its all about LIFESTYLE – Diet, cardiovascular exercise and resistance training and did  I mention Diet!

11. Orange Juice – I know you are thinking what could he possible being saying about O.J. – Its simple this must be the best marketing job in the history of the food industry!  Why does everyone think this juice spiked with more sugar / high fructose corn syrup (can you spell hypoglycemia) beverage is a prerequisite for a healthy breakfast!!  Come on if you want ot be lean and healthy skip the Orange Juice and I bet not only will it aid in your efforts to get leaner but improve your energy levels!

12. A Calorie is A Calorie – Give me a break!!  This is the biggest crock of you know what I have ever heard.  So if you believe this you are telling me that 200 calories of candy have the same effect on your wt. loss efforts as 200 calories of broccoli!  I dont think so – in fact I know better.  I have seen how proper food selection at the same calorie level can make a wild difference in physique!

13. Cardiovasculr Exercise:  First dont get me wrong we all need it to maintain a healthy cardiovascular system, but so many people rely on cardio to try to cover up for poor eating habits!  I challenge you to go to any commercial gym and tell me where the leanest people are hanging out.  Hint – not the cardio deck.  Usually they are pumping iron.  I also gaurentee you they are not heading to the closest fast food joint after their workout.  They are pounding down a post workout shake, antioxidants, and some fish oil tabs.

Bonus Rant item:  VEMMA, VEMMA, VEMMA  if this stuff is the miracle of the year then why is there only 1 human study on Mangosteen (the main ingredient) done in 1932 in a singapore hospital and only showed that when added to a drug protocol  it was slightly more effective at treating dysentery!  Now, before I get a ton of hate mail this information came from an unbaised source and awesome resource ” Nutrition Action Health Letter” so write them not me – but I don’t like the way this stuff (Vemma) is being marketed either.

Fast Food can Kill You – maybe

How to do the least amount of damage while eating out!

I think we can all agree that fast food is bad for you. At the same time I don’t see many
McDonalds going out of business! So, it is safe to say that my job is to minimize the
damage!!! I have complied below some tips to help you survive while
OCCASIONALLY visiting your favorite fast food chow line. Before I enlighten you I
have an exercise for you. Next time you have a hankering for that burger or taco … I
would ask that you sit outside your restaurant ( I use the term loosely) and watch what
the bodies of those who walk out look like. I think I first heard this from Tony Robbins “
Success leaves footprints” what foot prints are you following into that Restaurant?
Please excuse the Rant – now on with the show.
So you want a Latte at Star Bucks here is the best you can do and I might add this one is
surprisingly good:
Starbucks:
The Good:
Latte ( nonfat milk no whipped cream)
Calories Fat Protein Carbohydrates
160         0     16       24
Have three egg whites before you leave the house and get one of these on the way to
work and you are not doing to bad. Now let me show you the worst:
The Bad:
White Hot Chocolate
Cal fat pro. Carb.
480 18 17    63
Ouch that will certainly go straight to your stomach or hips!!!!
Now, how about lunch at good old McDonalds? Yes it can be done you can eat good at
MCD’s.
The Good
Grilled Ceassar Salad – with light dressing
Cal fat pro. Carb.
200 6   29    9
These numbers don’t reflect the dressing but the Newmans Own light dressing is pretty
harmless unless you opt for 4 serving.
The Ugly:
I picked the following because I am sure some people might order this thinking how bad
could this be – BAD!
Crisy Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad with ranch dressing
Cal fat pro carb
640 49 27 24
WOW! This one should come with a warning label!!!! Or a voucher at the local
cardiologist!
Now for dinner we will be dinning at KFC!!! Get ready to peel some skin or else.
The Good:
Tender Roast Sandwich with Sauce ( if you ditch the sauce this meal is drastically
improved nutritionally)
Cal fat pro. Carb.
390 10 31 24
The Bad:
Original Recipe Breast
Cal fat pro. Carb.
380 19 40 11
There you have it some good ideas and not so good ideas. If you remember nothing
remember success leaves foot prints!!!!!
I just couldn’t pass up filling you in on this study. I also found
myself wondering where do I sign up to be a subject for this kind
of thing.
Sexual Orgasm Increases Longevity
Having regular (and enthusiastic) sex confers a host of measurable
physiological advantages to both men and women.
In one of the most credible studies tracking overall health with
sexual frequency, the mortality of roughly 1,000 middle-aged men
was tracked over the course of a decade.
Men who reported the highest frequency of orgasm experienced
half the death rate. Other studies have correlated frequency of sex
with, among other benefits:
· An improved sense of smell
· A reduced risk of heart disease
· Weight loss and overall fitness
· Reduced depression
· Pain relief
· Less-frequent colds and flu
· Better bladder control
In physiological terms, women experience no possibility of “overdosing” and experience
no dangers from too much sex. Men, however, can damage their penile tissue with too
much rough or forceful sex, especially now that drugs such as Viagra and Levitra can
allow for more staying power.
Forbes.com
British Medical Journal December 20, 1997; 315(7123): 1641-1644