Weight Gain From Medication

Are you gaining weight for no reason? Or having trouble losing? Could be from your medication.
Check out these medications that have shown to cause weight gain:

Drugs For:	Can Cause Weight Gain	Possible Nutritional Alternative
Depression	SSRIs like Paxil & Pexeva; Celexa	Omni IV® liquid vitamin & Charge®-helps your body work better, gives you energy, & helps your mood.
High Blood Pressure & Coronary Artery Disease	Powerful Beta-blockers like Metaprolol, Lopressor, Tenormin.	Omni Smart®-oral chelator from Omnitrition® clears your blood vessels from plaque helping blood pressure & cholesterol.  Your heart will love it!
Allergies	Antihistamine diphenhydramine, Benadryl, Alka-Seltzer Plus Allergy; steroids like Prednisone	Omni IV® liquid vitamin & Thermo Herbal Tea® helps with asthma & allergies.  I no longer take medication!
Insomnia	Diphenhydramine like in Sominex, Unisom, & Nytol.	Nite Lite® let's you get your best night's sleep naturally!  Also, helps you  lose weight while you sleep!

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Tips & Tricks to Drop 5 Pounds

Having soup before a meal helps fill you up.  But a soup with a lot of carbs &/or fat, like creamy potato soup, won't do the trick.  Here are some smarter choices:
From Panera Bread:  French Onion Soup, without the cheese & croutons	60 Calories
From P.F. Chang's:  Egg Drop Soup, 7 oz.	60 Calories
From Olive Garden:  Minestrone Soup, 8 oz.	100 Calories
From Qdoba:  Tortilla Soup with Grilled Vegetables, 6 oz.	100 Calories
From Quiznos:  Chicken Noodle Soup, 5 oz.	110 Calories
Even better:  Homemade Hearty Vegetable Soup, 8 oz.	45 Calories
Recipe for:  Homemade Hearty Vegetable Soup(Makes 28 Cups) 1 lb. carrots 1 1/2 lbs. onions(approx. 3 medium) 4 large stalks of celery 2 large cloves garlic 1 lb. green cabbage(1/2 small head) 3/4 lb. green beans 1 1/4 lbs. zucchini(3 medium) 2 cans(28 oz. each) whole tomatoes in juice 1 can(approx. 48 oz.) chicken broth 6 cups water Salt & pepper to taste 2 bags(approx. 8 oz.) baby spinach leave Each cup=45 calories, 2 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates, 1 g total fat(0 g saturated), 4 g fiber, 0 mg cholesterol, 410 mg sodium
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10 Motivating Tips to Stick to a Fitness Routine

1. Pick an exercise you love. You are more likely to stick with a fitness program if you are having fun! Find sports or other activities you enjoy doing. Then vary the routine, so you don't get bored.

2. Make it part of your lifestyle. Schedule workouts as you would any other important activity. They should become part of your daily routine. Try slipping in physical activity all day long. Get creative!

3. Set realistic goals. Do you want to lose weight? Or build muscle mass? Improve your game? Write it down! Start with a simple goal. Then increase it more to the next one & so on.

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4. Reward yourself. Enjoy the feeling of accomplishment. Reward yourself when you reach your goal(preferably with a healthy choice), such as getting new sneakers. I bought myself a pair of boots after I lost 90#! Check out my story on Omni4Me.com!

5. Keep yourself accountable. Write down your goals & share them with your family & friends. Setting your goals will encourage you to work towards them. Your family & friends will motivate you. At Omnitrition® we share & motivate each other.

6. Exercise with a partner or friend. Exercise is so much easier when you have someone to exercise with. You can keep each other motivated. Talking to each other helps to distract you from the time it takes to finish, like walking on a treadmill. Before you know it you are done.

7. Get your rest. Part of any exercise plan includes recovery time. Take enough time to rest in between workouts. This will help you to stay on track with your program. Getting your rest helps you with energy, too. That is why I take Nite Lite® for my best night's sleep. Repairs the muscles while you sleep.

8. Concentrate on the positive. Concentrate on the benefits! Sure working out can be tough, but think about the benefits. Think about how good you will feel & look. I take Omni Sport® before my workout. It helps me to have more stamina.  And Ease Spray® helps with those sore muscles!

9. Surround yourself with positive sounds, music, images, & sensations. Listen to motivating music while you exercise. Think of "Eye of the Tiger" & others. Post a picture of what you want to achieve.

10. Don't give up! Think of your fitness goals as a life-long journey. Stick to it for the long term. You will feel better!

Foods That Fight Wrinkles

Include some of these anti-agers in your daily diet:
1.  Carotenoids The natural pigments in yellow, red, orange, & green produce like carrots, apricots,sweet potatoes, kale, & pumpkin can neutralize skin-damaging free radicals. According to a German study, people with high levels in their skin have fewer wrinkles.
2.  Soy Isoflavones These phytoestrogens help reduce the breakdown of collagen. Just getting 40mg each day, which is equal to 1 1/2 cups soy milk, 3/4 cup tofu, or 1/2 cup shelled edamame, improved fine wrinkles around women's eyes after 12 weeks, according to a study in Japan.
3.  Polyphenols One can find polyphenols in apples, grapes, berries, wine, & tea. According to research from the University of Alabama, these types of antioxidants actually stimulate DNA-repair enzymes that help prevent sun damage.
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What are PhytoNutrients? Phytonutrients are nutrients derived from plants that have been shown to be necessary for sustaining life. Also called phytochemicals, phytonutrients are natural bioactive compounds found in fruits & vegetables that work together with vitamins, minerals, & fiber to promote good health. These phytochemicals have been found to have properties to aid in disease prevention. 4 of the leading causes of death in the Western countries include: cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, & hypertension. Phytochemicals are associated with the prevention &/or treatment of these diseases. They are involved in preventing cell damage, preventing cancer cell replication, & decreasing cholesterol. Common Phytonutrients include: * Carotenoids * Coumarins * Flavonoids * Indoles * Lignans * Isoflavones(including Genistein & Daidzen) * Organosulfurs * Phytosterols or Phytohormones
Omnitrition's Thermo Herbal Tea® is more than a weight loss product. We like to call it a "Health Tonic". It contains: 1. Green Tea, which provides a powerful antioxidant & helps protect cells from damage linked to cancer, heart disease & other illnesses. 2. Theobromine aides in cognitive brain function, memory & well-being. It is, also, a natural diuretic. 3. Synephrine burns fat, increases physical performance & helps to build lean muscle mass. 4. DHEA is anti-aging! It decreases body fat & pain as it increases muscle tone, mobility, & life span. It promotes well-being, health & longevity, enhances the activity of the immune system, reduces heart disease, improves sleep & helps to prevent cancer, arterial disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease & helps treat Lupus. 5. Tyrosine is a mood elevator, suppresses appetite, reduces body fat, aids in the function of the adrenal, thyroid & pituitary glands. It, also, helps with stress reduction, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, allergies & headaches.

Walking for Better Memory

Aerobic exercise works on 2 levels. It is good for your body & great for your mind, according to the latest research from brain-fitness pioneer, Arthur Kramer. Consider this: the hippocampus, a region in your brain that is key to your memory, shrinks 1-2% every year as we age increasing the risk of dementia. However, Kramer's investigation reveals that the hippocampi of adults grew by 2% over a year simply by walking briskly 45 minutes a day 3 times a week. Thus, staving off age-related shrinking, it is never too late to start exercising. It doesn't need to be strenuous. Just anything that raises your heart rate seems to work. Walking is fine or anything you like to do.

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10 Foods to Help Prevent Cancer

1. Add garlic to everything you eat. Garlic contains sulfur compounds that may stimulate the immune system’s natural defenses against cancer, & may have the potential to reduce tumor growth. Studies suggest that garlic can reduce the incidence of stomach cancer by as much as a factor of 12!
2. Eat broccoli, but have it steamed or raw. Broccoli is a cancer-preventing superfood, one you should eat frequently. However, a Spanish study found that microwaving broccoli destroys 97 % of the vegetable’s cancer-protective flavonoids. So steam it, eat it raw as a snack, or add it to soups & salads.
3. Have some Brazil nuts & put in your salad. They’re a rich form of selenium, a trace mineral that convinces cancer cells to commit suicide & helps cells repair their DNA. A Harvard study of more than 1,000 men with prostate cancer found those with the highest blood levels of selenium were 48 % less likely to develop advanced disease over 13 years than men with the lowest levels. And a dramatic five-year study conducted at Cornell University & the University of Arizona showed that 200 micrograms of selenium daily , the amount in two unshelled Brazil nuts, resulted in 63 % fewer prostate tumors, 58 % fewer colorectal cancers, 46 % fewer lung malignancies, & 39 % overall decrease in cancer deaths.
4. Have some fresh lemonade or limeade. A daily dose of citrus fruits may cut the risk of mouth, throat, & stomach cancers by half, Australian researchers found.
5. Add half a cup of blueberries with your cereal. Blueberries rank number one in terms of their antioxidant power. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals, which are unstable compounds that can damage cells & to diseases including cancer.
6. Eat artichokes tonight. Artichokes are a great source of silymarin, an antioxidant that may help prevent skin cancer. To eat these delicious veggies, peel off the tough outer leaves on the bottom, slice the bottom, & cut off the spiky top. Then boil or steam until tender, about 30-45 minutes. Drain. Dip each leaf in a vinaigrette or garlic mayonnaise, then gently tear the fibrous covering off with your front teeth, working your way inward to the tender heart. Once there, gently scoop the bristles from the middle of the heart, dip in a little butter or lemon juice, & enjoy!
7. Fix some salmon on the grill for dinner. Australian researchers studying Canadians found those who ate 4 or more servings of fish per week were nearly 1/3 less likely to develop the blood cancers leukemia, myeloma, & non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Other studies show a link between eating fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, halibut, sardines, and tuna, as well as shrimp & scallops) with a reduced risk of endometrial cancer in women. Amazing omega-3s at it again!
8. Have some kiwifruit. Kiwi is a little hand grenade of cancer-fighting antioxidants, including vitamin C, vitamin E, lutein, & copper. You can also rub a couple of cut kiwifruit on a low-fat cut of meat as a tenderizer.
9. Put some scallions in your salad. A diet high in onions may reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 50 %. But the effects are strongest when they’re eaten raw or lightly cooked. So try scallions, Vidalia onions, shallots, or chives for a milder taste.
10. Serve sauerkraut. A Finnish study found that the fermentation process involved in making sauerkraut produces several other cancer-fighting compounds, including ITCs, indoles,& sulforaphane. To reduce the sodium content, rinse canned or jarred sauerkraut before eating.
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What are PhytoNutrients? Phytonutrients are nutrients derived from plants that have been shown to be necessary for sustaining life. Also called phytochemicals, phytonutrients are natural bioactive compounds found in fruits & vegetables that work together with vitamins, minerals, & fiber to promote good health. These phytochemicals have been found to have properties to aid in disease prevention. 4 of the leading causes of death in the Western countries include: cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, & hypertension. Phytochemicals are associated with the prevention &/or treatment of these diseases. They are involved in preventing cell damage, preventing cancer cell replication, & decreasing cholesterol. Omnitrition's® Stress Buster !

Omnitrition's Thermo Herbal Tea® is more than a weight loss product. We like to call it a "Health Tonic". It contains: 1. Green Tea, which provides a powerful antioxidant & helps protect cells from damage linked to cancer, heart disease & other illnesses. 2. Theobromine aides in cognitive brain function, memory & well-being. It is, also, a natural diuretic. 3. Synephrine burns fat, increases physical performance & helps to build lean muscle mass. 4. DHEA is anti-aging! It decreases body fat & pain as it increases muscle tone, mobility, & life span. It promotes well-being, health & longevity, enhances the activity of the immune system, reduces heart disease, improves sleep & helps to prevent cancer, arterial disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease & helps treat Lupus. 5. Tyrosine is a mood elevator, suppresses appetite, reduces body fat, aids in the function of the adrenal, thyroid & pituitary glands. It, also, helps with stress reduction, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, allergies & headaches.