AdvoCare MNS® Max 3

Multinutrient Dietary Supplement

KEY BENEFITS:

• Provides a comprehensive system for weight loss and weight-management*
• Supports advanced core nutrition and wellness*
• Provides sustained-release energy*
• Includes 50 percent of the daily recommendation of calcium
• Offers excellent nutritional support for bones and connective tissue*
• Contains a full gram of omega-3 fatty acids in each serving
• Supports the digestive and intestinal systems*
• Encourages great skin tone and elasticity*
• Helps support visual acuity and performance of sustained visual tasks*
• Provides more than 50 vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts, antioxidants, and other nutrients for comprehensive health and wellness*

IS THIS YOU?

• Anyone looking for a healthy weight-loss system that’s portable and convenient
• Those wanting well-rounded, full-spectrum nutrition
• Individuals who want it all – appetite control, energy and wellness

THE ISSUE:
According to the U.S. Surgeon General’s report, overweight and obesity are associated with heart dis­ease, certain cancers, type II diabetes, stroke, arthritis, breathing problems and other serious health issues. Obesity is directly related to 300,000 deaths each year in the United States and cuts across all ages, racial and ethnic groups, and genders.

A study by the National Center for Health Statistics revealed that 66 percent of adults in the U.S. or 133.6 million people are overweight or obese, with more than 31 percent in the obese category. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported that by 2005-2006, the number of obese adults in the U.S. had increased to more than 33 percent, equating to more than 72 million people. Furthermore, excess abdominal fat has been linked to increased risk for metabolic syndrome.

Even more alarming is our children will follow our lead. Between 70-80 percent of obese teens go on to become obese adults. Unless measures are taken to reverse this trend, some experts are forecasting members of this generation may have shorter life spans.

THE SOLUTION: MNS® Max 3
The Director of the CDC recently reported the United States doesn’t rank in the top 10 for health among all nations. On one list it’s ranked 26th, on another, 47th. Due to our national health crisis, the CDC wants to remind the public that health care doesn’t only take place in a doctor’s office, clinic or hospital. The message is clear: Americans need to think more about how to prevent going to their doctor in the first place. Key points in any prevention plan include a varied schedule of exercise, a healthy diet and in many cases, nutritional support in the form of dietary supplements. AdvoCare can provide a total nutritional support package in the form of MNS Max 3.

MNS® Max 3 is our most comprehensive system yet! Not only will you benefit from appetite con­trol, but you will receive the best core nutrition as we have added Amplify A.T., Calcium Plus and an additional OmegaPlex® to this system.* Max 3 also offers sustained-release energy, which means energy will last throughout the day.* And with approximately half the caffeine of MNS® Maximum Energy and MNS® Maximum Appetite Control, it is a fantastic alternative for anyone looking for a lower-caffeine solution.* For energy, appetite control and overall outstanding core nutrition and wellness, Max 3 is the answer.*

Included in every strip pack of MNS® Max 3:

MNS Max 3 Contents:
Before Breakfast Color Packet
Calcium Plus – 2 caplets
ActoTherm SR – 1 caplet
ProBiotic Restore – 1 capsule

Before Lunch Color Packet
Calcium Plus – 2 caplets
BioTherm – 2 capsules

White Packet
CorePlex – 3 caplets

White Packet
OmegaPlex – 2 softgels
Amplify A.T. – 1 softgel

ActoTherm: Based on an exclusive blend of botanicals including cinnamon, gotu kola, ginger and peppermint, this time-honored AdvoCare original product has been reformulated. This new version features a sustained-release to aid in preventing a spike and drop-off of energy throughout the day.*

BioTherm: A unique weight-management aid developed by AdvoCare that combines oolong tea, effective botanicals and B vitamin, biotin, to support weight control.*

The synergistic combination of ingredients in BioTherm helps your body convert fat into energy.* biotin is also used by the body to facilitate the conversion of food to energy. It acts as a coenzyme in several metabolic reactions that aid in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates and the conversion of amino acids from protein into energy.*

CorePlex®: Supplementation with an optimally-formulated multivitamin can help decrease the prevalence of insufficient vitamin and mineral levels in adults, improve their micro-nutrient status to levels associated with a reduced risk for chronic diseases, and improve their quality of life and ability to perform daily tasks.* CorePlex is an optimal formulation of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and trace elements needed by the body to promote and sustain long-term health and well being.* By combining this synergistic blend of 36 nutrients, CorePlex supports healthy bone structure and growth as well as provides optimum nutritional support for healthy muscle, connective tissue and skin.*

OmegaPlex®: OmegaPlex Omega-3 Fatty Acid Dietary Supplement is a safe, convenient and easy way to get the omega-3 fatty acids that may be missing in your diet. OmegaPlex contains a concentrate of at least 500mg long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, 300mg EPA and 200mg DHA. omega-3 fatty acids such as those present in OmegaPlex help support cardiovascular health in combination with a healthy diet and exercise.* These critically important oils even help regulate the body’s inflammatory processes, support healthy joints and are important for the maintenance of healthy skin.*

ProBiotic Restore™: Our immune systems are under daily assault from environmental factors, physical and emotional stress, inadequate rest and poor nutritional status. Additionally many individuals do not consume adequate dietary fiber, drink enough water or exercise regularly, which often results in occasional problems with elimination. Even though some individuals supplement their diets with probiotic products, all probiotics are not equal. Lack of proper probiotics may lead to poor digestion and absorption of nutrients.

ProBiotic Restore helps replenish normal beneficial intestinal microflora and supports healthy intestinal function while aiding good digestion.* The special formula of ProBiotic Restore incorporates ingredients to help relieve symptoms of occasional constipation*

Calcium Plus: Bones and teeth need far more than calcium alone to stay strong and healthy. They need a balanced array of minerals including magnesium, manganese, zinc, copper, boron, silicon and potassium plus vitamins C, D, K and more. Calcium Plus is an incredibly effective way to ensure you receive enough calcium to keep bones and teeth strong and healthy.* Calcium Plus delivers two types of highly absorbable calcium, combined with other minerals, vitamins and botanicals.

Amplify A.T.: A revolutionary formula that combines two potent and unique natural ingredients that produce advanced nutritional benefits.* These two super-nutrients, astaxanthin and tocotrienols, are the real secret behind the power of Amplify A.T. For anyone who wants to fight the aging process, Amplify A.T. can help by strengthening the immune system, maintaining healthy blood pressure levels already in the normal range, and providing excellent nutrition for joint health and mobility.* It provides excellent support for skin too, by vitalizing the appearance of skin, helping to reduce the formation of wrinkles and maintaining healthy skin tone.* Its ability to help reduce muscle fatigue and muscle damage while enhancing muscle recovery provides an edge to any athlete.*

Directions For Use:
For ages 12 and older.
Consume contents of one (4-packet) strip pack each day.
Take contents of one Color Packet 30 minutes before breakfast.
Take contents of both White Packets with a meal, preferably with breakfast.
Take contents of remaining Color Packet 30 minutes before lunch.

CAUTION:
Do not take more than the contents of one strip pack per day. If you are pregnant or nursing, please seek the advice of a healthcare professional before using this product.

This product contains herbal sources of caffeine comparable to one cup of coffee per day.

CONTAINS omega-3 fatty acids DERIVED FROM FISH (SARDINES, HERRING, MACKEREL).

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN:
In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a poison control center immediately.

Key Ingredients:
Vitamins A, C, D, E, B-6, B-12, folic acid, niacin, riboflavin, omega-3 fatty acids, astaxanthin, calcium, citrus flavonoids, green tea extract, lutein, lycopene, guarana, biotin, oolong tea, taurine, lactobacillus acidophilus, bifdobacterium, bifidum, artichoke, magnesium, zinc, chromium

For more information, please see separate product detail listings for these AdvoCare products:
CorePlex®, OmegaPlex®, ProBiotic Restore™, Calcium Plus, Amplify A.T.

Amplify A.T. uses patented AstaReal® Haematoccocus pluvialis algae extract. AstaReal and TocoTrol™ are trademarks of Fuji Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Not So Dumb After All

Have you heard the common dictum that you either had brains or brawn, and usually one suffered because of the other. Well times are changing! A fascinating study published in the November 2009 edition of the Archives of Neurology, Dr. Patricia Boyle and her colleagues from Chicago reported that individuals who had overall greater muscle strength had a reduced likelihood of developing cognitive loss over a four-year period.

Researchers studied 970 men and women between the ages of 54 to 100 years old (average age of 80), with normal memory, testing their strength in nine different muscle groups. During the four year follow up period, 138 of these individuals developed cognitive loss. Interestingly, it was found that those individuals who ranked in the top 10% for muscle strength were 61% less likely to develop progressive cognitive loss compared to the weakest 10%. Additionally, stronger people, overall, experienced a slower decline in their mental abilities. Dr. Boyle noted, “We certainly think that it is important to be physically active and to work to keep our muscles strong. Good physical health is important for good brain function.”

The above study proves yet again, just how important it is to stay active as our years increase. Aside from being good for overall cardiovascular health, a regular exercise program can also help improve mood and help potentially ward off progressive cognitive loss. Additionally, it is important that individuals stay mentally occupied as they get older. The adage, “If you don’t use it, you lose it,” is certainly true when it comes to brain function and cognitive loss.

Couple a proper exercise regiment with good diet and an active nutritional supplementation program and lo and behold, you are ahead of the curve when it comes to keeping your mind running on all cylinders!

Stay active and you shall stay alert! Get moving!

Sustain Optimal Hydration

Rehydrate
Electrolyte Replacement Drink

KEY BENEFITS:

• Helps the body stay hydrated during physical activity
• Provides a full spectrum of crucial electrolytes for improved electrolyte balance
• Includes amino acids to help feed your muscles
• Fuels your body with carbohydrates for energy production and sustained muscle endurance
• Contains antioxidants to fight free radicals commonly produced during exercise
• Helps prevent cramping during and after exercise

IS THIS YOU?

• Someone who wants to sustain hydration and energy during physical activity
• Someone who wants a superior sports drink
• Someone who wants to enhance your exercise regimen
• Someone who wants a healthy drink for everyday use

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THE ISSUE:
Water is the basis for all body fluids and is involved in numerous vital metabolic processes. When we lose fluid, we also lose minerals such as calcium, potassium and sodium, which are electrolytes that help regulate the body’s fluid balance and metabolic processes. Just a two-to-five percent decrease in body fluid can reduce blood volume, decreasing oxygen delivery to muscles and organs when you need it most. Prolonged exercise, outdoor activities at elevated temperature or humidity, and occasional gastric imbalances are associated with loss of body fluid and dehydration. Decreased carbohydrate availability may also occur, resulting in low muscle glycogen levels.

One hour of moderate-intensity exercise at a temperature of 70o Fahrenheit results in an average loss of 27 ounces of sweat. Even low-intensity exercise or activity can cause significant fluid loss. At this point, performance declines due to increased reaction time, and decreased concentration and judgment. Of even more concern is the fact that the individual may be completely unaware of these occurrences until it’s too late.

THE SOLUTION:
Rehydrate Electrolyte Replacement Drink provides the necessary nutrients to maintain proper metabolism and delay the onset of fatigue. It hydrates your body by re-establishing your electrolyte balance with its superior formulation. Rehydrate Drink has a low glycemic index that produces a more gradual insulin response and is isotonic, thus providing rapid gastric emptying and rapid rehydration. Furthermore, this drink helps support the body’s energy cycle and provides carbohydrate fuel necessary for energy production.

Unlike other sports drinks, Rehydrate Electrolyte Replacement Drink includes antioxidants, carbohydrates, electrolytes and other nutrients that effectively promote optimal hydration and recovery. Rehydrate Drink has a 1:1 ratio of sodium and potassium, two of the most vital electrolytes that are lost when we sweat. Rehydrate Drink helps prevent cramping by providing calcium, magnesium and L-glutamine to support the contraction and relaxation phases of the muscles.

This amazing sports drink also helps sustain carbohydrate energy by including chromium in its unique formulation, strengthening endurance at any activity level. Furthermore, the antioxidants in Rehydrate Drink help fight the effects of free radicals, and the amino acids support blood flow throughout the cardiovascular system. Rehydrate Electrolyte Replacement Drink provides a complete spectrum of ingredients for hydration that far exceeds other leading sports drinks, making it a superior choice for the serious or casual athlete.

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Directions For Use:
For ages 4 and older.
To prepare, shake or stir contents of one pouch or scoop into 8 fluid ounces of water.
Drink liberally before, during and after physical activity.

Key Ingredients:
L-arginine, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chromium, L-glutamine, thiamine (B-1)

Dorothy Tannahill-Moran’s

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Kick off the New Year Right-6 Keys to Making Personal Changes Easy and Painless for Life

Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2009

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In this webinar you’ll discover:

• The difference between change and transition
• The 3 stages to transition you will always go through
• The 2 things that will trigger a transition
• The 5 ways we react during transition
• The 6 keys to effectively manage a personal change and transition that will gives you the life you want

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Supercharge your New Year
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Weight Gain and the Holidays Go Hand-in-Hand

Did you know that the average Thanksgiving dinner has over 2,000 calories?! Eggnog has 340 to 460 calories per eight-ounce glass. Add in the extra deserts and alcohol, no wonder most Americans gain on average 5-10lbs each years between the Thanksgiving and New Years. I know that doesn’t really sound like much but the truth is those 5-10lbs are not lost from the year before and keep piling up over the years. So how do you avoid the temptation to eat until you can’t move on Thanksgiving? How do you not drink a cocktail at your company Christmas party? There are a few secrets that healthy people have to keep themselves in check during the holiday parties.

Five Healthy Holiday Tips:

1. Don’t ever go to a party hungry!! You know there is going to be thousands of bad choices and you don’t want to be the psycho in corner eating the entire veggie tray. Do yourself a favor and eat a healthy meal (300 calories, More than 10g protein, Less than 30g of carbs) right before you go. This way you can still taste some unhealthy foods to get your fix but you don’t have to make a meal out of it. Notice I said taste, one or two bites of anything is enough to satisfy your craving.
2. Make and bring a healthy version of your favorite holiday treat to the party. This way when if you do get hungry you can fall back on the healthy version that you made. Note: don’t go around broadcasting that it only has 100 calories, 10g of protein and no carbs……most people are scared of healthy anything and that’s why they will be gaining 5-10lbs this season. Plus its never cool to be “that health nut” that judges everyone’s eating habits at a party. Just smile and take complements when people tell you how awesome it tastes. I sometimes wait until its all gone to share the fact that it was also healthy for them. Still people will always try to avoid healthy foods especially at a party…… Not sure what the deal is. My favorite recipe for Thanksgiving is a pumpkin pie made with meal replacement shakes and protein powder. It actually tastes better than the normal way!
3. Stay hydrated! You should be obsessed with drinking water! You body can and most of the time does send you mixed signals about if it is hungry or thirsty. Always always reach for water first before you decide that you are hungry. You will be amazed on how often it was just a hydration issue. Plus drinking water will help fill up your stomach when you are hungry.
4. Look for lower calorie alcohol beverages. Seriously I’m not going to say to stay away from alcohol during the holidays, I definitely don’t, but there are some damage control tactics that are helpful. Eggnog is delicious, especially with rum and cinnamon, as stated earlier one 8oz glass can have almost 500 calories!! AHHH! This is actually my favorite holiday drink so here’s my secret, Silk Eggnog instead! You cannot tell the difference taste wise and it has only half the calories and even gives you protein too. Stick to light beers, clear liquors like vodka with non-sugary mixers (flavored vodka and water is actually really good), and pace yourself. Try drinking a glass of water in between each drink. It will slow you down and keep you hydrated and that my friends leads to a much more pleasant morning.
5. Stay active! If you are at a party and there is Wii bowling jump in on that! Dancing anyone? YES please!! Park down the street and walk. Help other guests carry in bags and trays. Help clean up. Use the upstairs bathroom…..You get the point! Just like all those little desserts add up….so do these little extra activities. Now just cause you used the upstairs bathroom doesn’t mean that you can eat 5 mini cheeseburgers, but it will add to your calories burned that day. If you know that it is going to be a bad night than put in extra time at the gym that day and eat extra healthy, but that to me is kind of setting yourself up to fail don’t you think?

Those are some of the tactics that I use to stay on track while I’m at the holiday parties. Of course I have more but if I give out all my secrets then you wouldn’t need to keep coming to me for advice and then I wouldn’t have a job.

Stay healthy this Holiday Season, because you won’t be getting a new body for Christmas this year either! : )

Peas & Love,

Shanna Tokarsky, eFitness for Life Coach

AdvoCare is founding partner and official isotonic beverage provider

“AdvoCare’s Rehydrate isotonic drink will help our players perform at world-class levels throughout the season,” said Commissioner Tonya Antonucci.

Carrollton, TX & San Francisco, CA (April 22, 2009) – AdvoCare International, LP, is proud to announce its relationship with Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS) as a founding partner and provider of Rehydrate Electrolyte Replacement Drink, the league’s official isotonic beverage. The deal makes Rehydrate available to players on and off the field, and includes a variety of branding opportunities, on-field signage, plus a sponsored award at the end of the season.

“AdvoCare is known for providing the very best in sports nutrition,” said Director of Endorsements Rob Graf. “We have long-term relationships with elite athletes representing almost every sport. This partnership is a perfect fit and we look forward to supporting WPS while reinforcing the AdvoCare brand as a leader in health and wellness products.”

Women’s Professional Soccer is the premier women’s soccer league in the world, consisting of seven teams across the country and many of the world’s top players from the U.S. National team to international stars. The inaugural season kicked off on March 29, 2009 in front of almost 15,000 fans at the Home Depot Center in Carson, CA.

“We are proud to have AdvoCare as a WPS founding partner,” said WPS Commissioner Tonya Antonucci. “AdvoCare’s Rehydrate isotonic drink will help our players perform at world-class levels throughout the season.”

With the WPS partnership, AdvoCare further demonstrates its commitment to women’s soccer where it already has a relationship with U.S. gold medalist and Chicago Red Stars midfielder Carli Lloyd, who has been an AdvoCare endorser since 2008.

Rehydrate is a top-selling AdvoCare product used by the majority of the 75 world-class endorsers who trust and rely on the products as part of their daily routine. Rehydrate is also one of the many AdvoCare products certified as banned-substance free in accordance with the United States Anti-Doping Agency, as well as the World Anti-Doping Agency.

About AdvoCare International
AdvoCare International, LP is a premier health and wellness company headquartered in Carrollton, Texas, that offers world-class energy drinks, nutritional and skincare products along with a rewarding business opportunity. Since 1993, AdvoCare has offered nutritional supplements and vitamins of the highest quality developed through comprehensive research and backed by a Scientific Medical Advisory Board. For more information on AdvoCare, visit www.theadvocarelifestyle.com.

About Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS)
The mission of Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS) is to be the premier women’s soccer league in the world and the global standard by which women’s professional sports are measured. Play kicked off in the spring of 2009, with WPS teams based in the Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New Jersey/New York, St. Louis, and Washington, D.C. The league plans to expand in 2010 with the addition of Atlanta and Philadelphia, while working to secure a facility for a Dallas team for the second WPS season. For more information, visit www.womensprosoccer.com.

AdvoCare Spark is a sugar-free source of long-lasting energy and mental focus

AdvoCare Spark® Energy Drink
Vitamin & Amino Acid Supplement

KEY BENEFITS:

• Enhances mental energy and focus*
• Provides support for long-lasting energy*
• Helps fight occasional drowsiness*
• 21 vitamins, minerals and nutrients
• Sugar-free and only 45 calories
• Helps reduce free radicals*

IS THIS YOU?

• Someone who has trouble waking up or feels “energy slumps” throughout the day
• Someone who can’t work up enough energy to live life the way you want
• Someone who is looking for a more nutritious alternative to coffee, soda or other energy drinks

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THE ISSUE:

In today’s fast-paced environment, it doesn’t take much to cause your body and your mind to simply run out of steam. When you’re low on energy, usually every facet of your life suffers to some degree. Low-energy levels are often precursors to poor weight management, increased mental and physical stress, and much more. Most of us don’t eat like we should or exercise enough – many times because we are too tired at the end of the day to dedicate 30 minutes or more to exercise. Furthermore, we often look to popular choices like soda and coffee drinks as a quick source of energy, though they are often high in sugar and calories. And even though they might provide the quick bolt of energy we’re looking for, it disappears just as quickly, usually lasting no more than 30 minutes. Experience shows that when you increase your energy, you’re often more likely to improve your overall health. For peak performance and vibrant health, we need sustained and focused energy. Poor diets, lack of physical activity and the demands of our everyday lifestyle can drain our energy, promote weight gain and lead to a variety of negative physical conditions. What we need is an energy drink that is quick to respond, long lasting, and not full of sugar and calories.

THE SOLUTION: AdvoCare Spark®

AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink is a unique multi-nutrient system that was developed as a nutritional source of energy and enhanced mental focus.* It’s a sugar-free drink mix that has more than 20 vitamins, minerals and nutrients that work synergistically to provide a healthy, balanced and effective source of energy that won’t overburden or overstimulate your body like other energy drinks on the market.* This amazing product serves as an all-in-one solution that gives you a quick boost of energy that lasts for hours.* With five refreshing flavors (Grape, Mandarin Orange, Fruit Punch, Cherry and Citrus), you’re sure to find one that’s perfect for you. And the best part? Only 45 calories in each serving!

Ingredients in AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink contribute to supporting sustained energy or mental focus in several ways.*

For a quick boost of energy*: AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink contains an effective amount of caffeine to give you the quick boost you’re looking for.* Caffeine supports the processes in the central nervous system and muscles that enhance mental energy and focus in a relatively short amount of time.* The amino acid taurine helps provide the fast-acting energy you need that won’t overstimulate or overburden your body.*

For long-lasting energy*: The B vitamins that are present in each serving of AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink enhance your body’s natural ability to produce and sustain its own energy, leading to long-lasting benefits.* Since your body looks to carbohydrates, protein and fat as its primary sources of energy, it makes sense to enhance the metabolism of each for optimal energy production. B vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-12 and vitamin B-6 all specifically contribute to the conversion of the foods we eat and the calories we store for energy.

For mental focus and clarity*: The neuroactive amino acids in AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink help increase your mental focus and alertness by supporting your brain’s ability to receive and send messages to and from the nervous system.* For example, L-tyrosine an amino acid found in dietary proteins, is believed to improve mental energy and focus by serving as a precursor for specific neurotransmitters. Furthermore, the choline and GABA found in AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink are essential for nerve function, muscle control, memory and many other functions.* Together, the nutrients found in AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink provide the energy, mental focus and well-rounded nutrition that makes it the most effective energy drink on the market.*

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† Caffeine content of specialty coffees, Journal of Analytical Toxicology, Vol. 27, October 2003.

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AdvoCare Spark® excels when compared to the competition because its advanced formulation is more nutritionally well-rounded with no sugar and fewer calories, providing a healthy, effective source of energy that’s based on proven science.*

All entries in the comparison table have been made on the basis of information available from a variety of sources. To the best of our knowledge, this information is accurate and complete as of publication of this document. All trademarks, product names and company names or logos cited herein are the property of their respective owners.

Directions For Use:
For ages 12 and older.
Blend, shake or stir contents of one pouch into 8 fluid ounces of water or the beverage of your choice.
May consume 1 to 3 times per day, preferably between meals.

CAUTION:
Children and pregnant or nursing women should consult a healthcare professional prior to use. Not for use by persons who are sensitive to caffeine or choline.

Key Ingredients:
B-vitamin complex (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and pantothenic acid), taurine, L-tyrosine, choline, caffeine, GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), citrus flavonoids, inositol

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Overuse of Energy Drinks Worries Health Pros

High school and college athletes are increasingly consuming large quantities of these caffeine-loaded drinks to boost athletic performance or lose weight, said a dozen health experts at the SUNY Youth Sports Institute’s first national symposium on energy drinks here this week.

But athletes who consume too many energy drinks could suffer from dehydration, tremors, heat stroke and heart attacks, the experts warned. Instead, they say, teen and adolescent athletes should drink water while training and playing — especially during hot and humid summer months.

Some experts called for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration — which treats energy drinks as dietary supplements — to require warning labels on the hundreds of energy drinks now on the market.

FDA spokeswoman Susan Cruzan said Wednesday the agency does not have the authority to do that.

“We have no guidance or regulations that govern the formulation of energy drinks,” Cruzan said in an e-mail. “Under current law, the manufacturer is responsible for ensuring that its products are safe and such products do not require FDA premarket review or approval.”

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University are currently seeking interviews with children and adolescents 8 to 21 years old who have become sick or experienced unpleasant aftereffects from energy drinks.

“There’s a tremendous amount of caffeine in these drinks,” Jeanna Marraffa, a clinical toxicologist at the Upstate New York Poison Center told USA TODAY during the conference on Tuesday. “I would say: know what’s in these products, have a sense of how much you’re consuming and realize they are not safe. Certainly you can have toxic effects from them.”

Kathleen Miller, a research scientist at the University at Buffalo’s Research Institute on Addictions, said the bitter orange found in some energy drinks is “very closely related” to ephedra. Due to a number of deaths, the FDA banned the sale of ephedra-containing dietary supplements in 2004.

“In most energy drinks, they’re relatively small quantities so they’re probably not doing any harm. But we really don’t know,” Miller said. “And there’s no requirement whatsoever for the manufactures to moderate the amount that they’re putting in.”

Eric Small of the Mount Sinai Medical Center in Manhattan told of treating a 17-year-old female runner suffering from chest pains and fatigue. She collapsed at the finish line of one race and was rushed to an emergency room. Turns out she liked to skip breakfast in favor of drinking two or three cans of Red Bull each morning, Small says. More youngsters are substituting protein bars and shakes for real food, he adds.

“They think being lighter and eating less and drinking less will improve their performance,” Small says.

Kate Zanot, a track and field coach at Harrison High School in Westchester County, N.Y., who attended the conference, said many students don’t know the difference between energy drinks such as Red Bull and sports drinks such as Gatorade, so they consume the drinks interchangeably.

“It’s a huge concern,” she says.

Patrice Radden, a spokeswoman for Red Bull, said via e-mail Wednesday the company is confident in the safety of its products and does not see the need for warning labels.

“Red Bull is a functional drink and not a thirst quencher or hydrator,” she wrote. “Red Bull encourages people who are engaged in a sport or other physical activity and drinking Red Bull to drink lots of water before, during and after the activity.”

Rebecca Chang, a Columbia University graduate student attending the symposium, says the federal government should do more to regulate energy drinks. But, she notes, thrill- or edge-seeking athletes in their teens and 20s might be more attracted to the drinks if they have the added danger of a warning label.

Contributing: A.J. Perez in McLean, Va.

Even the best intentions with enthusiasm and motivation don’t ensure that you’ll definitely reach your ideal goal. In order to succeed you need to know how to set your goals in a way you’ll stick to them and achieve the best you can. Read on to find out more.

Why Set Goals?

Setting goals provides a focus in your life. It guides your actions and efforts in an efficient and positive manner towards where you want to be, giving you something to aim for.

Clearly defined goals will have a stage by stage milestone where you can monitor your progress and assess if adjustment is needed. These are very important when planning out a change in your life or working towards a goal as it’s easy in everyday life for all of us to get lost, side tracked and distracted so these keep you much more focused.

Goal setting is beneficial as it’s an opportunity to think about your life, what your real priorities are and where your time and energies are taken up. It gives you a chance to put any negativities and past troubles, failures and unhappiness behind you and turn over a new leaf.

How to Set Goals Correctly

The first part of the process is sitting yourself down and actually clarifying what exactly it is you want to achieve. Here you need to be very specific as without clearly defined goals it is easy to lose focus therefore having less chance of being successful.

Having now some clearly defined goals written down permanently you are already on the way to achieving them. These give you a feeling of control over your life, empowerment and higher self esteem.

SMART goal setting is a fantastic way of thinking about the goals you want to achieve. Here SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Timely.

Now you need to make a plan. Another good technique when goal setting is the ‘backward planning’ technique. Here the focus is on the end result and then you can work back through the stages toward the start on what you need to do to achieve this.

Now you have a step by step plan, write down what you need to do and achieve day by day, week by week, month by month. Having a log of your progress in these little baby steps towards your bigger goal gives you a constant sense of achievement every time you write down your progress.

Staying on Track

To make sure you don’t get side tracked you need to make sure you are taking regular and consistent actions. There is no way you are going to achieve running that marathon if you don’t run all week and then try to catch up all the miles at the weekend! Long term goals take determination, effort to make sure you move forward progressively

Tips for Keeping Motivation High

1. WHY am I doing this? Know the reason for your efforts is a great motivator as you know through all the pain there will be an end result.

2. Use POSITIVE LANGUAGE- repeating a mantra to yourself every time the going gets tough is a sure fire way to keep your morale up. Say something like ‘ I’m doing this for me’ ‘ I can do this, I am strong’ ‘ I won’t give up’.

3. Let others know it is important- having a support network around you will reinforce a positive environment for success. Additionally, people are less likely to interfere in your efforts when they know how important it really is.

4. Find an alternative way to reward yourself when you achieve a small stage towards your goal (such as an item of clothing, a film or music). Oppositely, give yourself a small punishment for any laziness when you give up on a small target (such as hoovering the house, washing the car or not going out)

5. Talk to others who are doing a similar goal to you- the camaraderie and extra support with boost your desire to get to your target.

6. Never let negative thoughts get in- it’s easy when times are tough to give up and believe it will never work. Shut these voices out and only listen to the positive.

Anyone can achieve pretty much anything they set their minds to with enough careful planning, determination and drive and a properly set out goal. So go for it! Have a good think about what you are unsatisfied with in your life and what you want to achieve.

“You don’t have to see the whole staircase- just take the first step!” – Martin Luther King.

Author Gemma Carter is a qualified life and fitness coach. She offers online coaching for a diverse range of needs. Visit her website www.cartercoaching.co.uk or email her at gemma@cartercoaching.co.uk

By now, everyone should know the importance of physical fitness and fitness training programs, but not very many of us recognize the true value of healthy meal plans as well. Irrelevant of the types of fitness training you use, be sure you have a balanced healthy diet to go with it.

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Not All Dietary Fat is Bad

Essential fatty acids (EFA’s) are known to boost stamina and muscle recovery after exercise as well as keeping your joints supple. They are named essential as the body cannot produce its own supply and therefore must be found in our diet. The two main essential fats are Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) and Linolenic Acid (LA). As well as helping recovery after exercise EFA’s can improve energy levels, flexibility, concentration as well as general health and mood. Here’s a bit more detail on the different types of EFA’s.

Omega 3

Omega 3 is one of the essential fatty acids also known as Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA), Elcosapentaenoic Acid (EPA); Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA). Omega 3 lowers cholesterol, improves immune system function. It is best found in food sources such as salmon, mackerel, trout, hemp oil, rapeseed, flaxseed and free range eggs. Recommended dosage suggests 90 mg of ALA, 250 mg EPA/DHA daily.

Omega 6

Omega 6 on the other hand (also known as Linolenic Acid (LA) and Arachidonic Acid (ARA)) is great in conjunction with Omega 3 to balance the metabolism and maintain bone function. To maximize your omega 6 levels food sources like sunflower and corn oils, avocado, nuts and seeds are best. Recommended doses suggest in the region on 7g a day.

Omega 9

Found in olive and rapeseed oils, nuts and avocados, omega 9’S are monounsaturated fats. Although omega 9 isn’t necessarily classified as an essential fat it is beneficial for the body. They lower cholesterol and can be a great alternative to saturated fats found in butter and other oil alternatives.

The arising problem seems to be that these days although we are aware of a general need to get enough essential fatty acids, we are not getting the correct ones in the correct doses especially omega 3. It is suggested that we should eat 3 or 4 times more omega 6 than omega 3 but the average westerner is eating about 20 times the amount of omega 6 than omega 3 due to the amount of fried food and pan grilled dishes.

In order to maintain a healthy balance and boost your omega 3 levels the best way can be by replacing some of your meat dishes with 2 or 3 portions of fish per week. Take a tip from the Japanese also and try steaming your fish instead of grilling to maximize health benefits and reduce excess omega 6 fats used. If you find it difficult to eat fish consider trying a supplement but make sure to go for a good quality one where the pill has been purified to remove heavy metals from it.

Author Gemma Carter is a qualified life and fitness coach. She offers online coaching for a diverse range of needs. Visit her website www.cartercoaching.co.uk or email her at gemma@cartercoaching.co.uk

By now, everyone should know the importance of physical fitness and fitness training programs, but not very many of us recognize the true value of healthy meal plans as well. Irrelevant of the types of fitness training you use, be sure you have a balanced healthy diet to go with it.

For those that need a little extra assistance, direction or motivation, visit eFitness for Life now and see how our fitness training plans and weekly diet meal plans can help you make the most of your investment, in the shortest possible time, with the greatest return. Our goal is to teach you the values of physical fitness and how to create healthy meal plans for a lifetime! All done online! All done with certified coaches! Truly, the Future of Fitness! Stop by today and we will be happy to build your starter programs to ensure you learn to live longer, healthier lives.

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Healthy Kitchen Habits Make Eating Well Easy

We can all sometimes struggle to make the most sensible food choices that our body will thank us for. Learning what healthy alternatives there are around and how to cook our food healthily can be valuable knowledge for anyone wanting to lose weight or those of us how are just maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Read on for the definitive guide to snacking, cooking, choosing healthy foods and maintaining a healthy diet.

• Steam don’t fry- steaming locks in the food’s natural vitamins and minerals and saves on using excess oils in cooking.
• Cut off excess fat-when cooking meats such as bacon, steak or chicken make sure the rinds and any excess fat is cut off.
• Eat a larger portion of vegetables (and a smaller portion of meat)- fill your plate with masses of healthy vegetables and reduce the size of your portion of meat and you’ll notice a dramatic difference in your weight over time without ever needing to go hungry.
• Go vegetarian- These days the variety of good value, nutrient rich vegetables on offer at supermarkets is huge. You are never stuck for a new choice everyday!
• Limit your food choices- by limiting the choice of snacks such as cakes, biscuits, chocolate and pastries you have you’ll find it easier to resist them.
• Don’t skip breakfast- breakfast is a valuable meal, recharging our energies after our long slumber and awakening our metabolism ready for the day. By having a good, healthy breakfast you will feel more awake and energized.
• Don’t crash diet- CRASH. DIETS. DON’T. WORK! They lead to a rapid drop in energy levels, shocking your metabolism into survival mode where it slows down and tries to store as much reserves as it can. The best way to diet is and always will be by changing unhealthy food choices to healthy ones and doing this steadily over a sustained period of time, so not only does your body adjust but your mind too.
• Sleep more- sleeping too little is known to encourage you to eat more. By getting your correct amount of zzzzzz’s your body produces the hormones which suppress your appetite so you are less likely to binge.
• Start with a salad- this can be when at home or out at a restaurant. Starting with a light and healthy leafy salad for your meal, fills you up before you have a chance to load up on fat rich alternatives and unhealthier options.
• Are you hungry or just thirsty? – Sometimes we believe we are hungry but actually our body craves water. Make sure you drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.
• Eat slowly- chewing your food slowly will leave you more satisfied after your meal and you’ll be able to acknowledge when you are full better. Additionally it will help your stomach digest the food properly leading to less digestive problems.
• Carry healthy snacks- for those times when we desperately crave a nibble, carry a healthy snack with you in your pocket or bag such as carrot stick or an apple so you don’t find yourself ‘accidentally’ walking towards the vending machine!
• Don’t weigh yourself daily- weighing yourself daily is only going to lead to disappointment and lower morale as you are never going to see a change in your weight that quickly. The best idea when trying to loose weight is to weight yourself every two weeks or even monthly.
• Stock up on healthy foods- when at the supermarket make sure you load up with loads of healthy foods so that your cupboards are full of healthy choices you can opt for instead of those naughty packets at the back!
• Look for low fat alternatives- when shopping take your time and look around to see if there is a lower fat and healthier alternative to the food you are buying. These days there is usually hardly any taste difference but the benefits can be huge. This also goes for lower calorie, salt and sugar alternatives.
• Try adding flavour with spices instead of sauces- spices can really jazz up a dish instead of pouring in heavy sauces and oils. Get out that cook book!
• Use herbs- parsley, rosemary, sage, thyme, coriander and mint to name but a few. They are packed with flavor as well as nutrients and can really make a dish sing in your mouth. Why not even try fresh mint tea?
• Drink plenty of water- at least 8 glasses a day. Water keeps your energy up and flushes out toxins in your body. It’s a great alternative to alcohol or sugary juices.
• Reduce your alcohol intake- speaking of alcohol, many adults are completely unaware of how much they are drinking and the damage they are doing. Keep an eye on how many units you drink on a night out or even with a meal and remember many alcoholic drinks are packing full of liquid calories.
• Beware of sugary drinks- even some fruit juices which seem good for you are packed full of sugar. Keep an eye on the nutrient content of some of these and always look for healthier alternatives
• Watch out for secretly high fat snacks- some snack may seem healthy but have added sugars and fats in them. Popcorn for example made plain is a good low fat food but at cinemas when loaded with sugar, caramel or salt turns into a very unhealthy treat!
• Boost your fiber intake- eating a good selection of fruit and veg will keep your fibre intake high which keeps your digestive system working properly.
• Switch from sugary fruit juices to lemon water- lemon water clears the system of any toxins and can be a great substitute to fruit juice.
• Try rice cakes instead of crisps- still the same crunch but much less salt, fat and calories
• Sip tea! (Yes, I know I’m English…..)- just two cups a day can lower your risk of ovarian cancer by 30 percent and some teas like green tea and white tea are packed with antioxidants great for your health.

Diet Friendly Comfort Foods

Here are a few tips to make you traditional fast food naughtiness a bit healthier!

• Mac and cheese- substitute your butter spread for a lighter low fat option and replace the usual cheese slice with a thinner slice or lower fat alternative. These days there are so many low fat and low calorie mayonnaise and other spreads around its easy!
• Eggs with bacon- start off by making sure as much of the fatty rind of the bacon is cut off and try having egg whites instead of a full egg- you’ll save more than 100 calories.
• Steak and potatoes- certain cuts like top sirloin and inside rounds have less than half the saturated fat than others like the rib. When making the mash potatoes swap whole milk for skimmed or even better have them boiled but with plenty of seasoning and herbs for added taste.
• Ice cream- why not try frozen yogurt? The taste is just as good or even better but you save on calories and fat.
• Smoothies- instead of using ice cream, cream and milk try alternatives which combine pure fruit or juices.
• Chips- try baking your own instead of packaged or pre-made alternatives as you’re more likely to be able to control and limit the amount of fat and oil you cook with- making it healthier.
• Cookies and crackers- these days there are so many alternatives on the market to traditional cookies and crisps so why not be adventurous and try them! Rice cakes, low fat, low salt and low calorie crackers, crisps and biscuits are pretty much available from any store so have a look at the nutritional contents and make some wise decisions.

As you can see, with the above tips provided by Gemma, almost anyone can achieve dietary sanity and maintain their long-term focus!

Author Gemma Carter is a qualified life and fitness coach. She offers online coaching for a diverse range of needs. Visit her website www.cartercoaching.co.uk or email her at gemma@cartercoaching.co.uk

By now, everyone should know the importance of physical fitness and fitness training programs, but not very many of us recognize the true value of healthy meal plans as well. Irrelevant of the types of fitness training you use, be sure you have a balanced healthy diet to go with it.

For those that need a little extra assistance, direction or motivation, visit eFitness for Life now and see how our fitness training plans and weekly diet meal plans can help you make the most of your investment, in the shortest possible time, with the greatest return. Our goal is to teach you the values of physical fitness and how to create healthy meal plans for a lifetime! All done online! All done with certified coaches! Truly, the Future of Fitness! Stop by today and we will be happy to build your starter programs to ensure you learn to live longer, healthier lives.

Learn the benefit of physical fitness and a balanced healthy diet NOW! Get started and provide you and your family with a healthy lifestyle! Risk-Free Trial, take advantage today!