FDA Approved Weight Loss Pills

The internet has uncountable resources at your disposal as far as weight loss is concerned.  While browsing, you may stumble upon the two newly FDA approved weight loss drugs “Belviq” and “Qsymia”.  What exactly do Belviq and Qsymia do?  Belviq increases levels serotonin (an inhibitory neurotransmitter), which is nature’s own appetite suppressant.  Qsymia, on the other hand, combines two currently approved drugs; an appetite suppressant and the other increases feelings of fullness.  Reviewing the trial groups, they both lost weight, but each drug was only effective when given along with a balanced diet and exercise.

It is important to understand that these two drugs are not miracle workers and the fat will not just melt away; any drug that says so is a scam and is not good for your body at all.  You must put work in to receive results.  Yes, if these drugs work they will help individuals lose weight, but I would not depend on a pill to help me lose weight if I were you.  What happens when you stop your pills?  This means you are no longer having your serotonin levels increased or appetite suppressant/feelings of fullness.  Once you start the pills, it seems unlikely that you will be able to maintain your results once you are no longer taking them.  Do you want to take a weight loss pill for the rest of your life? 

Also take into account the potential side effects that will be involved.  In the past, many prescription diet pills have been associated with dangerous side effects, particularly heart problems.  Belviq will more than likely be scheduled as a controlled substance because if serotonin is levels are too high, it could trigger effects of hallucinogens and addictive drugs of abuse.   Also, if your serotonin levels are too high, it can lead to “Serotonin Syndrome”.   Qsymia has potentially serious side effects such as: elevated heart rate, teratogenicity, suicidality risk, cognitive dysfunction, metabolic acidosis and low serum bicarbonate.  Both drugs have their fair share of side effects, in time everyone will see what other dangers are present with these drugs. 

Consider all factors when looking into these programs.  Yes, they are both FDA approved, but are you really wanting to go down the path of pills?  Obesity is a growing problem in the United States and it seems to be getting worse.  You do have people who care about your wellbeing; find a group that will walk with you through your weight loss journey.

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References:

1: Drugs.com Information on Qsymia Accessed July 20, 2012
    http://www.drugs.com/qsymia.html

2: Mayo Clinic Definition of Serotonin Syndrome Accessed July 20, 2012
    http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/serotonin-syndrome/DS00860

3: Psychology Today: The Antidepressant Diet
    Serotonin: What It is and Why It’s Important for Weight Loss Accessed July 20, 2012
     http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-antidepressant-diet/201008/serotonin-what-it-is-and-why-its-important-weight-loss

Chocolate Vegan Shakeology!

So Chocolate Vegan Shakeology has been avaliable for about a month now and I just got around to trying it.  If you read my post about Tropical Strawberry (which is also vegan), you read that I thought It was very chalky, though the taste was good.  It was difficult for me to get past the sand in my mouth with Tropical Strawberry, very difficult. 

 

Today I opened my bag of Chocolate Vegan.  I was a little aprehensive at first simply because it was vegan.  The smell was a pleasant chocoalte aroma.  Off to a good start.  With the vegan, I didn't want to use milk, simply that defeats the whole purpose of vegan.  So today I used water.  I wanted to get almond milk for this, but time has not been on my side for going to the grocery store.  So water was the liquid of the day! 

 

When I had regular chocolate with water, it had a funny taste.  This was not the case with the chocolate vegan.  Though I have not had it with almond milk, the taste was good.  This was not grainy or sandy at all!  Beachbody really hit it out of the ball park with this one!  It had a smooth texture, great taste and no whey protein! 

 

The only difficulty I had was the blending aspect this morning.  Blending with water took a lot longer than it typically does with milk.  Other than that, everything was A OK!    

 

I highly recommend Chocolate Vegan Shakeology!  It was good, even with water!! 

 

Contact me with any questions!

Cure vs. Prevent

Are you currently taking any medications for: high blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides or any other problem you may be having? How would you feel if these aliments were cured? Better yet, what would your life be like if you were able to prevent these situations from happening in the first place?

The dictionary defines "prevent" as: to keep from happening or existing.

Cure is defined as: recovery or relief from a disease.

Searching for a cure is important, but when a cure is needed, that means several individuals already have the disease or aliment which requires treatment. To cure something is to prescribe medication, treatments, and doctors’ visits among other actions. Doesn't this sound like a lot of fun? It shouldn't.

The goal should be to prevent aliments or diseases from happening in the first place. When preventing something from occurring, you are saving money, time, effort and unnecessary inconveniences to your life.

I understand that not everything is avoidable, but a lot of the situations we put our bodies in these days is 100% preventable through good nutrition and fitness. Do you feel like your body is spinning out of control and you need a helping hand to straighten you out? It sounds like you may need the Beachbody Ultimate Reset! With the Ultimate Reset, you will start a spectacular journey to better health and living. Think what it would be like to no longer have to take high blood pressure medication or even if you were able to sleep better at night and wake up completely refreshed. Read about the Ultimate Reset here. This is only a 21 day program, if you go through it and are completely unsatisfied with the results, you can return it for a full refund. Reset your life today, I promise you will not regret it.

What Motivates You?

Take a look at your life, what really inspires you to move to the next level?  Is it money, a challenge, fun, helping others or maybe something different.  You have the power to change your situation if you want.  All it comes down to is opening up and looking at all your different options.  Beachbody does have an extravagant opportunity for any individual who wants to help end the trend of obesity.  Think what could happen if everyone was happier with their nutrition, fitness and health.  The sky is the limit.  What are you looking for?

Noticing More Improvements with Shakeology

I recall reading what Shakeology had done for others throughout the test group and thinking, "No way, Shakeology won't get rid of my nasty toenails." Well I was wrong. For months upon months, I have had some sort of toenail fungus (gross I know) on my big toenails. I went to the dermatologist and he prescribed me Lamisil, but it turns out that I was allergic to the medication. I came to the realization that I would probably be stuck with this forever, unless I had surgery. After taking Shakeology for two full months, when I look at my toes I see major improvement! They are beginning to look much better and I think within the next few months, I will have nice looking toenails! That is extremely exciting and I know this is all thanks to Shakeology!

If you have gross toenails that is preventing you from wearing sandals in the summer time, it is worth your time to give Shakeology a try. If you are worried about the taste, contact me, I will send you a free sample.

Pain During and After P90X, Insanity or other Beachbody Programs

I have been hearing from my friends who are in physical therapy that they are getting many clients in due to individuals hurting themselves while doing P90X, Insanity or anyother Beachbody program.  First of all, no one should really be getting hurt during these programs if they follow each movement as instructed, also it is part of the program to do the Yoga, Stretch days or any other recovery day that may come forth.  Stretching your muscles out is just as important as doing the more intense workouts.  Your body needs to recover and does not need to be pushed to it's limits each day.  Let it relax and actually do the stretching.  The results will be much better in the long run because you will not be stalling your training due to injury.  Follow instructions and you will be fine.

If you need some stretching tips, you can read my blog titled "Stretching es muy bueno"

Contact me if you need any tips or assistance with anything Beachbody related.  My goal is to help you achieve your nutritional and health goals. 

-Zak Brown

Shakeology Gives You Natural Energy

Have you ever fallen asleep at work?  Maybe at a certain point in the day, you simply can't keep your eyes open.  I have fallen victim to this many times.  I would have to fight  to try and keep my eyes from shutting.  I wanted to keep my job so I had to continually get up from my desk to stay awake.  Recently I realized something, I haven't been falling asleep at my desk for the past month.  I really had to think hard about this one, but it has been a while since this has happened.  I have been on Shakeology for about two full months now and I am really starting to understand that natural energy claim they make.  I thought they were referring to being more energetic, but it isn't that at all.  Now understand, if you start taking Shakeology and expect to have this magical energy overcome your body within days, expect to be dissapointed.  It takes time for these things to develop, but let me assure you, it works and it worked for me!  What situations have you come across where you have fallen asleep at work?  Meetings, sitting at your desk or maybe somewhere else??  Think of how much more productive you could be!

Enjoy what you do and do what you enjoy!