The Fat Storing Hormone

Overweight people today usually eat less food than their normal weight counterparts.

It’s one of those life is unfair situations because being overweight causes many health problems and early death. In reality, however... it is the toxic condition that is the real problem. Solve the toxic condition... and you have won a major battle in the fight to regain normal weight.

Toxins come mostly from emotional stress, poor diet... and inefficient digestion. For instance... poor digestion and elimination result in numerous incompletely digested proteins that enter the bloodstream. A dirty intestinal tract introduces hundreds of poisons into the blood stream. Emotions such as jealousy, worry, depression and anger produces a constant stream of toxic chemicals going into the bloodstream. All of these are seen by the body as toxins.

We have even seen conditions where a highly toxic/overweight person could exist on virtually zero calorie diets and still gain weight because the body was trying to further dilute toxins by retaining fluid.

Therefore, the first and most productive step for losing weight is to detoxify the body.

While detoxifying the body... one must protect him/her self from toxins by eating huge amounts of antioxidants and drinking large amounts of water.

Once toxins are removed... you are ready to go on a low carb, nutrient dense diet because then the body will cooperate by burning fat instead of stubbornly retaining it.

Having Fat Layers Creates More Production of Fat Because of Insulin Resistance

Having layers of fatty tissues in the body overburdens the endocrine system (pancreas, thyroid, etc.) which regulates our energy levels.

Insulin is a fat storing hormone. It lowers high blood sugar by storing the sugar as fat. But, fat cells creates insulin resistance... actually forcing higher insulin production by the pancreas (overworking the pancreas). Because insulin is a fat storing hormone... higher levels of insulin cause more fat to be stored, causing more insulin resistance... thereby forcing extra production of insulin in a self-feeding cycle. Eventually, the endocrine system gives up, and diabetes and rampant weight gain can the result.

This is why it is of utmost importance to use the Manna Blood Sugar Support at least 3 times per day with your main meals, to help the body to require little insulin as possible.

When the body lacks needed nutrients, it signals the brain that we need to eat... in the hope that in whatever food we eat the nutrients will be found that the body need. For some people... the reason they are overweight is purely and simply that they have been overeating... because their body has literally been demanding that they eat in order to satisfy these cravings for missing nutrients.

Obviously, the nutrition that the body needs is not carbs. Modern people always get enough carbs. The nutrients that modern people lack are minerals or other of about 25,000 trace nutrients.

The solution is to seek out a variety “nutrient dense” foods that are more likely to contain the missing nutrients that the body wants. Make sure not to make the mistake of thinking that vitamin supplements will provide the missing nutrients. They won’t. Vitamin supplements are unbalanced... meaning the nutrients won’t do you any good... they need to be balanced like food... and they don’t provide the broad spectrum of nutrients.

Free Radical Damage from Dieting

Fat burning (the result of dieting) releases huge amounts of free radicals. People who go through repeated cycles of fat storing and dieting are damaging the cells of the body faster than those who don’t burn fat.
For your own long term health sakes, one should lose fat once and for all... and not over and over again.

• Detoxify the body. 

This includes removing parasites, bacteria, fungus, virus... and opening the detoxification pathways with the Manna 7-day damage control program, which is part of the FREE Weight Loss e-book.

• Get the body out of the fat storing mode. 

The best way is to eat six small, nutrient dense meals (fist sized amount of food) per day, instead of one, two or three larger meals. Eating smaller meals avoids triggering fat storage mechanisms.  

• Increasing the metabolic rate. 

The least expensive way to do this is through exercise that produces sweating. Alternatively, there are weight loss products, sauna, massage, etc. that can also increase the metabolic rate.

• Eat nutrient dense meals. 

Most refined foods contribute to the problem of being overweight. They starve the body of nutrients while forcing the metabolism to work harder to store the empty calories.

• Increase intake of antioxidants, especially during times of fat burning. 

The best way to get antioxidants is in fresh fruits, vegetables and grains. Antioxidants need to be ingested every two to three hours during the waking hours.

10 Healthy Dieting Myths and Facts

Put this diet myth to bed. There's no conclusive proof that late-night meals cause you to put on weight. What we do know is that too many calories cause weight gain, and many night eaters do tend to overeat and choose high-calorie foods. Still, eating just before bedtime can lead to heartburn and indigestion. So try to stick to regular - and earlier - mealtimes.

Table sugar, agave, honey, and high-fructose corn syrup contribute calories (between 48 and 64 a tablespoon). So far, research shows that our bodies absorb added sugars like high-fructose corn syrup and table sugar in a similar way. Instead of avoiding one particular kind of sugar, try to limit added sugars of any kind, like those in soda, candy, and other sweets.

This is a recently debunked diet myth. Coffee, when consumed in moderation (2 to 3 cups daily), is a safe part of a healthy diet and contributes antioxidant phytochemicals. In fact, research suggests coffee may help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, gallstones, Parkinson's disease, even some cancers. Keep coffee calories in check, though. Steer clear of additives like cream, sugar, and flavoured syrups.

Your body needs three nutrients to thrive: protein, carbohydrates, and fats. Yes, fats! Good-for-you fats found in foods like nuts, seeds, fish, avocado, olives, and low-fat dairy give you energy, help rebuild cells, and produce needed hormones. The fats to limit or avoid are saturated and trans fats, found in foods like butter, high-fat dairy, red meat, and many processed foods.

Think switching to sea salt will save sodium? Sorry, that's a diet myth, too. By weight, gourmet salts have about the same sodium as plain old table salt. Add flavour with pepper, herbs, and spices instead. Besides, we get about 75% of our total salt intake from processed and prepared foods (not the salt shaker) like soups, condiments, mixes, cheeses, and canned goods.

There's no doubt water is vital for your body - but a weight loss aid? Not really. If drinking water keeps you away from high-calorie drinks, it can certainly help you lose weight. But adding more water to your diet, without changing anything else, makes no difference in lowering the numbers on your scale.

We know whole grains are good for us because they're packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. That doesn't mean you need to ditch all processed grains. At times, as your body is recovering from an intestinal bug, refined grains may be necessary. And some processed grains are fortified with folic acid. While whole grains are the healthier choice, you can make room for some fortified processed grains, too.

Everyone knows an athlete needs tons of protein to build strength and muscle, right? Well, not exactly. Most American diets provide plenty of protein even for athletes. The real secret to boosting athletic strength and muscle is to get enough calories, focus on intense training, and get a carb- and protein-containing snack (such as non-fat chocolate milk) soon after  an intense muscle workout. Special powders, bars, and supplements need not apply!

Worried that your love of cake or candy will lead to diabetes? Stop fretting about this diet myth. If you don't have diabetes, eating sugar won't cause you to get the disease. What does raise your diabetes risk, however, is being obese and inactive. So do your body a favour: Cut back on the empty, sugary calories, and get moving!

The Truth about Meal Replacement Shakes
Looking for a simple diet plan that fits into your busy schedule? Meal replacements may be the answer you're looking for! They really can be part of a healthy weight loss program. Get the facts and find the plan that suits you best.

Meal Replacement Diets vs. Traditional Diets
The March 2001 issue of The Journal of the American Dietetic Association includes a yearlong study of 64 overweight women ages 18-55 who wanted to lose 20 to 40 pounds and maintain the weight loss. The women claimed they couldn't change their eating habits no matter how hard they tried.
Half the women were given a standard 1,200-calorie meal plan. The other group was told to replace all three daily meals with a liquid shake containing 220 calories, supplemented with fresh fruits and vegetables to total 1,200 calories per day.

What happened?
After the first three months, both groups of women lost 3 to 6 pounds of body fat without losing lean muscle mass. But after one year on the program, the women on the meal replacements maintained their weight loss, while the other group regained the lost weight (sound familiar?).
Another study of 100 overweight people (21 males and 79 females, ages 35-55) published in the August 2000 issue of Obesity Research also sheds a favourable light on meal replacements.

For the first three months, half the participants followed a 1,200- 1,500-calorie diet, while the other half had two meal replacements per day, plus one balanced meal. At the end of the three months, the traditional dieters had lost 1.7 pounds and the group using meal replacements lost 7 pounds. At this point, both groups were asked to use one meal replacement and one snack replacement each day for the next four years.
At the end of the study, the traditional dieters lost an average of 3 pounds, while the meal replacement group lost an average of 8 pounds. It appears that initially losing more weight helped the second group maintain their weight loss for a longer period of time -- 8 pounds may not sound like much, but any amount of weight that we can lose and keep off typically translates into improved health. Both groups saw a decrease in blood sugar levels, but only the meal replacement group had lower triglyceride and blood pressure levels.
If you have trouble estimating portion sizes, find yourself eating too often or typically choose foods high in fat and calories, meal replacements may work for you. We all know that losing weight is one thing, but keeping that weight off for one, two or even three years or longer is a completely different story.
For people who really have trouble changing their eating habits permanently, using one meal replacement per day may be just the ticket to keep weight from coming back. As an added bonus, reducing body fat typically results in decreased risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoarthritis and heart disease.
But just like other diet plans, meal replacements aren't for everybody. If you need the taste of real food and prefer to chew rather than drink your meals, you're probably better off sticking to healthy foods, not meal replacement shakes and bars. A meal of six baby carrots and a turkey sandwich on whole-wheat bread with mustard and dark green lettuce is just as healthy as a 220-calorie meal replacement shake.

Six Ways to Maximize Your Results with the Manna Low GI Meal Replacement Shake
Use these helpful tips to make meal replacements a successful part of your weight loss and weight maintenance plan:

1. Use a meal replacement for no more than two meals, or one meal and one snack, per day, unless you're closely supervised by your doctor.

2. Choose meal replacements that contain at least 200 calories. They should also have a balance of carbohydrates, proteins and fats to provide adequate nutrition and decrease between-meal munchies.

3. Use meal replacements for the meals that cause you the most trouble. If breakfast is always a donut on the run, drink a Manna Low GI shake instead. If you can't find the time to make a healthy dinner, have a Manna Low GI Shake, either with low fat milk or water.

4. Mix and match so you don't get bored. You can use two meal replacements on some days and just one on others when you have more time to make healthy meals. Also, try lots of different meal replacement recipes. Mix the Manna Low GI shake with fruit in a blender to make a refreshing smoothie. Download the FREE Smoothie Recipe book.

5. Choose fresh fruit for snacks twice a day for added nutrition and fiber. If you're drinking lots of shakes, you'll be happy to have something you can chew!

6. Maximize your weight loss by making your traditional meal well balanced. To do so, have your plate look like this: Fill half with vegetables (raw or cooked, your choice), one-quarter with protein (chicken, fish, legumes, red meat) and the remaining quarter with the starch (pasta, potato, rice, bread).
   

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   Manna Low GI Shake
   Advantages of the Manna Shakes (Compare it to ANY other shake and see the difference)

   • Organic & Natural
   • High in fiber
   • Low GI
   • Helps to Control Blood Sugar Levels
   • Stop Cravings
   • High Enough Nutritional Value, when taken with non fat milk, to be regarded as a Meal Replacement
   • Provides Energy, without Fattening
   • The only shakes which contain Essential Sugars ("Glyco-Nutrients”)
   • Gluten Free
   • Cholesterol Free

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