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OMG-Painted toes on Weigh Scale

5 Tips To Move the Scale

Here are my Top 5 Tips To Move the Scale. At some point on your journey, you just say ENOUGH! The definition of insanity is doing the same thing (eating, moving, drinking) and expecting different results. So, I did some things differently to help shift the scale. I got some help and I learned what wasn’t working.

I’m happy to say that I’m a loser. I lost four pounds in 14 days. So, what did I do and what did I learn?

I’ll share first what I learned and then what I did.

1. I learned that I was snacking way too often and used it as an excuse that I was grazing. I was really eating out of boredom, stress or avoiding some hard things that I must do being a business owner. As much as I love what I do, there are still the hard things.

2. Snacking and having sweets after supper. Once I stopped eating after supper, (I used the no eating after 6:30 pm rule), I felt better and slept better. To help, I brushed my teeth right after supper to help avoid temptation.

3. I needed to move my body every day instead of 3-4 times per week. I didn’t do anything extreme or high intensity, just walking, Pure Barre, and light weights. It’s always fun to get a friend involved to keep me motivated.

4. I made my mind up to just do it. I didn’t make excuses and I set expectations. I told my husband there would be no dining out during the 14 days. The man lives to go out on Saturday evenings, but he was a great support.

5. I ate until I was satisfied instead of until I was full. When you reach fullness, you’ve most likely eaten too much.

So, what did I do to lose the weight? Well, honestly, I used a lot of products because I was utilizing all the tools I had. I was pulling out all the stops!

First, I eliminated all dairy, gluten, eggs, starches, and nightshades along with processed foods and of course the ultimate evil, sugar! Note, this was only for fourteen days. However, I highly recommend staying away from gluten, sugar, and dairy on a consistent basis which is what I have done for years. Although sugar enters in and out of my diet occasionally.

I made simple meal combinations of grilled organic chicken with vegetables, protein shakes each morning with greens, green powder, and small amounts of fruit. And of course, salads! I had all veggie salads, salads with chicken, and fish tacos on gluten-free wraps.

I had been using the Lean Body System from Modere for the past four months so continued with it. It consists of Trim, Burn, and a 3 Day Detox. The Lean Body System is super simple and the most difficult part is determining which flavor! Benefits of Trim (clinical strength CLA) include: inhibits fat storage, improves muscle tone, and restores youthful skin.

Flavors of the Trim product

I also used the OmniCleanse Detox Kit which is a 14-day system. It’s as simple as taking a couple of capsules and the homeopathic drops throughout the day and was the perfect support to the Lean Body System. Contact us to obtain these healthcare professional-grade products at a discount.

It was so encouraging to see the scale move. My clothes had been fitting better but I needed to see this weight shift as well. I have an important date coming up in October so want to look and feel my best. It’s my son’s wedding day and I get a little emotional just thinking about it. I’m very excited for him and to gain a beautiful daughter-in-law.

I am so blessed to have access to some of the best products on the planet. And remember, I research for safety and purity, so you don’t have to. Let me know if I can help you and we always share discounts with friends and followers. We have an even bigger discount for military and first responders.

Benefits of Collagen

Benefits of Collagen

What are the benefits of collagen and why is it important to understand what you are buying? We are hearing about and seeing it everywhere. Do we need it, does it work, and which one is best? I’m probably a little late to this game but I like to sit back and observe before I jump on the next health bandwagon. Let’s start by looking at what it is and the benefits.

What is Collagen?

Collagen is considered a complex and primary protein comprised of 19 different amino acids. It is a key structural component that forms connective tissue and skin. In layman’s terms, it’s the glue that holds our bodies together. Collagen is a great way to get more amino acids which most of us need. And I also see a high amount of protein deficiency in women as well. We seem to be a bit more “carboholic” in nature.

Benefits of Collagen

Improved Health of Skin and Hair

As we age, collagen production declines. Unfortunately, production starts to decline as early as age 25, and continues. It decreases even more in women after menopause. Collagen also decreases as a result of other factors such as smoking, sugar intake, and ultraviolet rays. You’ll notice it physically in looser skin, more wrinkles, and less elasticity.  There is no way to prevent collagen decreases in the body. However, adding collagen to your diet can help your skin look firmer, increase smoothness, and help your skin cells keep renewing and repairing.

mature woman seeing signs of aging

Signs of aging with decreased collagen

Double-blind, placebo-controlled studies show anti-aging properties of collagen have found that 2.5–5 grams of collagen hydrolysate used among women aged 35–55 once daily for eight weeks significantly improved skin elasticity, skin moisture, water loss (dryness), and skin roughness, all with little to no side effects.

When skin loses its elasticity as a result of decreased collagen, there’s another side effect: more visible cellulite. Because your skin is now thinner, cellulite becomes more evident. Collagen for skin helps its elasticity and may help reduce potential dimpling.

Collagen reduces joint discomfort

It also improves joint mobility and lubrication as well as promotes healthy cartilage and connective tissue.

Which brand is best?

I decided to trial collagen and chose the Modere brand after watching a friend use it and she ended up dropping weight, reduced joint discomfort, and looking like she turned back the hands of time several years with her radiant skin. I was impressed learning the product also contained hyaluronic acid. I had learned from my many aesthetician friends that HA is the secret to younger-looking skin.

Speaking of skin, they have a general product call Biocell Life and another one specifically for skin called Biocell Skin.

Features of Biocell Life

  • Contains award-winning, multi-patented Collagen/HA Matrix Technology®
  • Clinically proven
  • Provides 13 phytonutrient-rich superfoods + resveratrol
  • Great-tasting natural fruit flavor
  • Non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free
  • 15 calories per serving, 3g carbs

Every product is formulated with their exclusive Collagen/HA Matrix® Technology to support joint and muscle fitness and connective tissue health, counteract skin photo-aging, restore youthful skin, and support healthy hair, nails, gums, and eyes.*

Biocell Life Liquid Collagen

Clinical trials show that Liquid BioCell® counteracts
the skin’s natural aging and photoaging from the inside out.
It reduces deep lines and wrinkles, eliminates dryness,
increases skin’s collagen content, and improves skin’s
microcirculation, hydration, and skin tone.*

My Experience

The serving size states one tablespoon per day. However, I heard that you receive faster results by taking one tablespoon am and one pm. The downside is that I ran out before my next shipment. However, it helped me realize how much it was helping me. I don’t experience joint pain so didn’t know what to expect besides hoping to look a few years younger! Well after running out for almost a week, I could really tell the difference. I just felt better overall (improved vitality) when taking it and my skin looks and feels healthier. This is something I will not go a day without and now keep a backup bottle! I hope you will give it a try. Here is a discount on your first order.

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