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Acai Berry Natural Fruit For Weight Loss

2010-01-19T09:41:00.000-06:00

Acai Berry For Weight Loss

The acai berry is extremely healthy as a result of the benefits to the human body. Many people refer to it as a super-fruit. It improves their lives by helping to promote weight loss. Acai berry aids in increasing metabolism rates so that excess fat cells that are stored on the body are burnt off. The increased metabolism also provides the body with more energy, which also promotes weight loss. Acai berries also help to maintain and even reduce cholesterol. The berries are rich in positive fatty acids, such as Omega 6 and 9. These acids help to control both the good and the bad cholesterol that is currently plaguing many individuals today.

If you are looking for ways to improve your health, you may want to consider acai berry natural fruit. You will find that there are many benefits with acai berry and that consuming it can improve your life.

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2009-12-21T14:51:00.000-06:00

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This Sounds A lot Like Acai Berry

2009-12-21T12:31:00.000-06:00

Is Adora Resveratrol The New “Wonder Drug”?
It seems to do everything needed to get to that healthier, better looking you that you long to see in the mirror. If you are concerned about your weight but would also like the affects of an anti-aging formula, then this product could be right for you.

Everyone wants to stay looking young and fit, Adora Resveratrol merely aids you in your quest to keep your body looking its best.

This product has been said to slow down aging with powerful antioxidants.

There have been many products that have been termed “wonder drugs” throughout the history of drug making, however, Adora Resveratrol has been proven to improve life and actually slow down the aging process while aiding in weight loss.

Pure Acai Berry

2009-11-25T12:37:00.000-06:00

As I said in a previous post, I did a lot of research before I decided on which one of the, ever-so-many, acai products on the market I wanted to try.

Nita and I neither one are convinced about the weight loss side but I am truly sold on the other benefits of this acai.

As far as the weight loss goes, our eating habits aren't exactly the best in the world so I'm sure that is a contributing factor.

I did gain some weight like I had wanted to but I haven't been doing any exercise what-so-ever so it isn't in the places I wish for it to be. Oh well, maybe after the holidays.

Nita is going to post when she has some down time to let you know how it has been going with her.

This link will take you to the information I found below. This is the site I finally chose to buy from. There are no free trials there so don't be expecting any. I had a somewhat difficult time finding this site again because I have noticed now there is .info .net .org .malbi ? or something like that, and several others all worded the same but with a different ending. I kept going into different ones so I could post the link here but I finally found the one I wanted.

Anyway, here is what the website has to say:

"You want to lose weight, quickly, safely and healthily, right?

Pure Acai Berry will help you do just that!

Acai Berry really can help you achieve this BUT as you’ve already seen, you need the highest quality, purest, organic and freeze dried product, or you’ll simply be wasting your time and money.
The most important decision we made when we started our company to offer you the highest quality, most effective product money can buy . . . otherwise, what’s the point!
If you don’t get the results you are looking for, the chances are you won’t shop with us again.
And as we obviously want you to become a regular, satisfied customer, we’ve done all we can to ensure you’re happy!

So here’s a recap on why you should choose Pure Acai Berry
Pure Acai Berry only contains 100% pure (not an extract), unaltered, untampered with, most potent Acai on the market. Which means fast results and REAL value for your money.

Pure Acai Berry provides you with 1500mg per day of 100% pure ACAI BERRY. So EVERY single milligram is working hard to take you closer to your goal . . . fast!
We do not offer scandalous ‘Free Trials’ Click here to see why.

We NEVER autoship products to you. Only order when YOU want.

Guaranteed certificate of the ORAC rating. We guarantee what you’re getting is immediately freeze dried, organic and the highest quality on the market.

Completely discreet shipping with non-descript packaging. Quick delivery with distribution facilities all over the world.

Secure order processing for your complete peace of mind.

Convenient payment options to suit YOU, including mail order, phone, credit and debit cards.

Pure Acai Berry is guaranteed 100% pure & that it will work for YOU or we’ll give you your money back! In fact you get a 6 month (180 day) TOTAL SATISFACTION or money back guarantee. See our guarantee page here

To get the most from Acai including the fast weight loss, the powerful antioxidants and all the incredible nutrients, you must ensure you purchase the very best, freeze dried variety.
You can order with complete confidence from us knowing Pure Acai Berry is simply the most potent Acai product you can buy."

What Is Acai?

2009-11-18T11:50:00.002-06:00

Found primarily in the Brazilian rainforest, acai berries have been used for centuries by tribes for medicinal purposes. Easily recognizable for their deep purple coloring and grape-like shape, acai berries consist of 10% skin/pulp and 90% seed.

With such a minimal amount of pulp to use from each berry, it is easily understandable why this fruit has to be harvested carefully. Harvested too extensively, and this nutritious berry could be made extinct.

To eat this fruit though is said to be an enlightening experience, offering a mixture of flavors resembling numerous fruits and a hint of chocolate.

History of acai berry

Acai berry may be considered the latest dietary fad to hit the market, since its recent media appearances on ABC, NBC and CBS news, but the properties of acai berry have utilized long before this date.

For centuries acai berries have played an integral part in Brazilian herbal medicine:

√ Oil of the fruit - used to treat diarrhea
√ Root infusion - used primarily to treat jaundice but when taken as a decoction of the root, it can also help treat: malaria, diabetes, hepatitis, hair loss, liver and kidney disease, hemorrhages, menstrual and muscle pain
√ Fruit rind - used as a treatment for skin ulcers
√ Seeds (once crushed) are believed in the Peruvian Amazon to cure fever
In certain parts of Columbia, acai berry (known there as naiad) is used in beverages, desserts, ice cream, energy drinks and even in breakfast cereals.

Acai Berry in the media

Featured on ABC, CBS and the Oprah Winfrey show, news of acai berries numerous health benefits has been globally. In Dr Perricone’s book “The Perricone Promise”, acai berry was quoted as being the #1 Superfood offering consumers not only a delicious berry but 10-30 times the antioxidants found in grapes.

In truth acai berry is the most nutrient dense berry on the market, offering consumers the promise of:

√ Fast, immediate weight loss
√ Boosted energy and stamina levels
√ Bolstered immunity and protection against heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s
√ Increased libido
√ Protection against inflammation and aging

Acai Berry in your diet

Enriched in antioxidants, fiber, omega fatty acids, vitamins and amino acids, it is easy to see why acai berry is being proclaimed as the new weight loss fad. Research of this exotic fruit has discovered that many of its key ingredients can contribute to appetite suppression, increased metabolism as well as offer you increased muscle definition and tone.
Essentially all the tools you need to experience lasting, successful weight loss.

Acai Berry weight loss products

Despite the scientific evidence supporting this lucrative fruit, many companies – in their quest to harness acai berries media recognition as a Superfood – are not carefully harvesting this fruit. As a result, many of acai berries nutrients are lost during processing.

Part of the problem stems from the berry being highly perishable. If not processed correctly acai berry can spoil (and lose it potency) within 24 hours of being harvested. The key products to avoid for poor processing are products which use spray drying and drum drying. The intensity of this heat destroys most of the berries natural nutrients, making it useless against weight loss.

Similarly you should be wary of acai berry products which include other ingredients in their production creation. The inclusion of other juices, sugars and caffeine can minimize the quantity of acai berry you receive, reducing your success rates.

For real quality weight loss results, I recommend investing in acai berry products that have used flash freezing to preserve their berries. This is notably the safest and surest way to make sure you are receiving 100% pure, unaltered acai berry that is produced to the highest grading.

One such product is Pure Acai Berry. 100% pure (not an extract), it is the most potent acai berry product on the market offering consumers 1500mg per a serving, plus:

√ Certificates of analysis and purity

√ Immediate fast weight loss from day ONE

√ Quality assured, produced in CGMP facilities
√ Powerful antioxidant support – highest ORAC rating

For more information about Pure Acai Berry and how it can assist in your weight loss, visit pureacaiberry.com

Worried About Gaining Weight Through The Holidays?

2009-11-18T08:08:00.003-06:00

Healthy Holiday Meals

Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners call for a plentiful spread with a generous array of turkey, side dishes, and desserts. You love the bounty but not the time it takes or the off-the-chart calories some holiday dishes can contain.

These recipes are quick to prepare and loaded with hearty flavor. You'll find real butter, fresh vegetables, and whole grains that make them all taste delicious. They will be healthier without anyone noticing.

Portobello Mushroom Gravy

Sauteed baby portobello mushrooms (an ultra-low-calorie ingredient you won't find in canned gravies) kick up this sauce's flavor without all the fat. Click Here!

Curried Butternut Squash Soup

At only 74 calories per serving, this creamy soup makes the perfect appetizer that whets your palette while leaving you plenty of room for turkey and sides. Click Here!

Harvest Salad

Full of fall flavors like pears, pomegranate seeds, and walnuts and topped with a cranberry-beet dressing, this mix is the perfect addition to your holiday meal. Click Here!

Whole Grain Stuffing with Sausage

Whole wheat bread and smoked turkey sausage add a healthy flavor in this moist-on-the-inside, crisp-on-top dressing. Click Here!

Roasted Cauliflower Parmesan

With only two ingredients and 10 minutes of prep, you'll love adding this new veggie side dish to your menu. Click Here!

Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Try a new twist on scalloped potatoes — use red potatoes instead of white. Slice thin strips and coat with a creamy mixture of Gruyere, Parmesan, and fat-free milk for a rich and creamy flavor that won't ruin your diet. Click Here!

Five-Minute Cranberry Sauce

Mellow mango sets off tart cranberries in this fresh, fast relish. All you need are dried cranberries, mango, and OJ. Click Here!

Confetti Cornbread Stuffing

Crumbled cornbread speckled with colorful "confetti" (minced celery, carrots, and peppers) adds a sunny splash of color to your Holiday spread. Quick tip: Swap chicken broth for vegetable broth to please vegetarian guests. Click Here!

Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes with Vanilla

Take a healthy twist on traditional sweet potato pie. Ditching sugar, marshmallows, and nuts keeps this dish low in calories and fat. For those looking for a smart splurge, add a tablespoon of butter to makes these potatoes taste luscious. Click Here!

Fast and Fancy Green Beans

Trade green bean casserole for this clever dish that purees some of the green beans into a matching pesto sauce for double the flavor. Click Here!

Brussel Sprouts with Orange Maple Butter

Smothered in tangy citrus and sweet maple syrup, this lovely side dish may even win over guests who claim to hate Brussel sprouts. Click Here!

Creamy Caramelized Onions and Carrots

Cooked carrots aren't the sexiest side, but creamy caramelized onions may transform these carrots into your new favorite dish. Light and delicious! Click Here!

Apple-Cranberry Crisp

Put any fresh-picked or farmer's market apples to use in this delicious crisp. Curious to change up the recipe? Swap dried cranberries for any other dried fruit like prunes, apricots, or cherries. See what great flavor combo you discover. Click Here!

Pumpkin Pecan Pie

Combine the best of all worlds with this Pumpkin Pecan Pie. It even has a gingersnap crust, which saves 5 g of saturated fat per slice over a made-from-scratch pastry dough crust. Click Here!

Acai Berry Email

2009-11-11T15:55:00.002-06:00

I received this email today and thought I would post it on here. This is from a 22 year old guy that I was talking to about Acai Berry.

I obviously took the email addresses out for privacy reasons.

I'm glad someone else is having good luck with this too.

I copied this from my email so I apologize if it doesn't look the greatest.

Shannon

Hey

Wednesday, November 11, 2009 4:51 PM

From:

No virus threat detected

Hey Shannon,

That acai berry you had me try is awesome. I'm not taking it three times a day like it says to but I can't remember to do that. I know, its horrible, my doctor knows it too. Lol. But yeah, you said that your skin was clearing up and everything and now mine is too!! OMG! I haven't had a smooth forehead in years and suddenly it's all gone. It took a while and I forgot to take it a lot but it really is working. I didn't even notice it either. Just kind of happened like I woke up one morning and looked in the mirror and my face was my face again instead of mountain chains of zits. This is exciting. Can you get me another box? I freakin love this stuff. Well, okay... I don't like taking a pill everyday but since I have to take the prescription stuff I figure it all work. That and I don't like the way the pill floats! Everytime I try to take it, I can't tell if I have it down or not because it floats on the water I put in my mouth! It's kind of funny though. But I'm at work and my manager is giving me the evil eye for typing a long email. If we could just get the servers updated, we wouldn't have to worry about big emails. Lol. I'll see you later tonight. Bring the pills! Lol.

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Get The Weight Loss Hormones Going

2009-11-10T14:14:00.002-06:00

Science is uncovering several bona fide links between female hormones, hunger, weight loss and fat metabolism.

Whether it's your period, menopause, stress, a hysterectomy, or plain old heredity, women have felt vulnerable to hormonal cravings and sluggish metabolisms for years, with little to prove it but instinct. Preliminary evidence suggests that taking advantage of female hormones already in place, may help you to manage your weight, shape, and appetite.

Four steps to harmonizing those female hormones. Each step teaches you a new way to keep the levels of "snacking" female hormones from inching up into the danger zone or to encourage the levels of "feel good" female hormones to rise. Naturally. Now that's something to be thankful for!

Step One: Calm Down

If you're like many people, you've got a demanding job, a family who needs you, and a never-ending to-do list. No wonder you feel tired or depressed, anxious or irritable. Or perhaps you can't sleep (although you have no problem eating). Sex-or at least good sex-is a distant memory.

All are characteristic symptoms of constant stress. Stress activates the fight-or-flight response, the body's involuntary response to a threat that makes your heart pound and your breath shorten. Principal among the hormones released during this response is the stress hormone cortisol.

Cortisol automatically kicks up your appetite, prompting you not only to want to eat huge quantities but especially to want sweets and simple carbohydrates-foods that make insulin levels spike and then plummet, which may leave you feeling hungrier than ever-and eating again. Stress fat is also concentrated deep in your stomach. To help reset your internal stress-o-meter to normal levels, and perhaps reduce stress-related hormonal cravings, experts recommend the following strategies:

Laughter is the best medicine! Laughter significantly lowers levels of the stress hormone, epinephrine, during and after watching or listening to something funny. Lighten up your commute with a CD of your favorite comedian or a humorous book on tape. Watch out for funny newspaper headlines or ads. And, of course, watch movies that make you laugh.

Put pictures in your stress zones. Clip a picture from your vacation trip to Cancun to your visor to calm you when you're stuck in traffic. Place beautifully framed pictures of your loved ones in your work area.

Talk some soothing sense into yourself. Silently repeat a soothing word or phrase, such as tranquility or serenity, while taking slow, deep breaths through your nose.

Make regular recreational time. It's beneficial in reducing stress levels. Whether it's hanging out with some fun friends or playing with your kids, this time distracts you from your worries, providing a temporary release from stress.

Make love. The more you do the more endorphins your brain releases. The chemicals released in the brain during exercise and after sex are natural painkillers and also help to alleviate anxiety.

Get a deep-pressure massage. A massage stimulates the nerves that cause your levels of the stress hormones cortisol and epinephrine to go down, while the levels of two mood-regulating brain chemicals that act like the hormones serotonin and dopamine rise. You will benefit from the reduced anxiety and depression and will have an improved mood and quality of life.

Step Two: Get a Good Night's Rest

One theory is that less than 8 hours of sleep a night may contribute to weight gain by dramatically disturbing the female hormones that control your eating habits and your metabolism.

In one small study, researchers in the University of Chicago's department of medicine compared the hormone levels of 11 men while they got 8 hours of sleep for several nights, followed by several nights of a mere 4 hours in bed. During the sleep-debt stage, the men's ability to process glucose was impaired as much as a person with type 2 diabetes-indicating that sleep debt could lead to insulin resistance, a condition some experts think encourages obesity. In all the afternoons that followed a sleep-deprived night, the men also had consistently elevated levels of cortisol, which encourages your cells to store more fat, particularly when paired with insulin resistance. Not to mention the fact that levels of thyroid hormone, the metabolism powerhouse, were lowered during sleep deprivation.

Whether you have trouble falling or staying asleep, these professional tips should help:

Get outside. The release of hormones in your brain is regulated by the nerve impulses sent by your retinas in response to light. In other words, living by the earth's natural cycle of light and darkness keeps your serotonin and cortisol at their proper levels. Getting at least 30 minutes of natural light a day helps reset our inner alarm clocks, so we'll want to fall asleep at the right time.

Take a walk. In one study of more than 700 people, those who took daily walks were one-third less likely to have trouble sleeping until their normal wake-up time. Those who walked briskly slashed the risk of any sleep disorder by half. Regular exercise alleviates stress and also raises body temperature, which primes us for slumber.

Reduce or eliminate stimulants, such as caffeinated coffee, tea, soda, chocolate, and nicotine before bed. Also, avoid alcohol, which is sedating but disrupts sleep.

Make your bedroom dark. Darkness stimulates the production of melatonin, a light-sensitive hormone produced by the pineal gland, which is located in the brain. Some evidence suggests that supplementing with this hormone can help remedy insomnia. (Take only temporarily under the supervision of a knowledgeable medical doctor.) To manipulate this hormone naturally, invest in thick, heavy curtains, or simply wear an eye mask.

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Weight Loss Techniques You Can Count On

2009-11-10T14:04:00.003-06:00

Don't try these weight loss techniques all at once. Start with the easiest task and then move on to the more challenging ones.

Weigh yourself one time per day

The more often you monitor your results, the more aware you are of how much / little you ate and exercised the previous day and the quicker you can catch the behavioral slips that cause weight gain.

Step on the scale first thing every morning, when you weigh the least. Expect small day-to-day fluctuations because of bloating or dehydration, but if your weight creeps up by 2% (that's just 3 pounds if you weigh 150), it's time to pass up the bread.

Watch no more than 2 hours of TV a day

TV junkies miss out on calorie-burning activities like backyard tag with the kids; instead, they become sitting ducks for junk-food ads. One recent study found that adults who watch more than 2 hours of TV per day take in 7% more calories and consume more sugary snacks than those who watch less than an hour a day.

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Weight Management Program

2009-11-07T09:43:00.004-06:00

Weight Loss Management Program - Introduce a combination of weight training, cardio and aerobics into your diet plan and you can confidently experience natural, quick weight loss.

Many dieticians may tell you to follow high protein low fat diets, but recent research has found eating a balanced diet of 40% carbohydrates, 30% proteins and 30% fats (good fats) can help you to burn fats and maintain a strong nutrient intake.

Our bodies are made of 70% water so it is essential that you keep your body hydrated. Drink too little and your body will naturally create a reserve of water which can contribute to water weight gain.

If you find it hard to make time for the gym try going for a walk during your lunch break and build up your stamina. By steadily increasing your walks from 30 minutes to 45 minutes a day you can increase your calorie burn by 60 calories a day.

The biggest mistake we make when it comes to exercise is only exercising a specific part of our bodies. Instead, create a balance of 30 minutes of weight training (3 times a week) and 45 minutes of cardio/aerobics to improve your stomach toning and muscle definition, as well as lose weight.

If you find that you still struggle to lose body fat, weight loss pills can offer your body the jump start it needs to begin shifting those excess pounds and lose weight quickly.

There are a number of different weight loss pills you can choose from and all can offer you a variety of different benefits.

Appetite suppressants are designed to manipulate the production of hormones within your body. Appetite suppressants work by making your brain believe you are full when you are not.

Fat burners are clinically proven to help speed up your metabolic processes: the faster your metabolism, the faster your calorie burn.

Carbohydrate blockers are believed to stop the digestive enzyme Alpha Amylase from breaking down starch into glucose. Carbohydrate blockers work by preventing a build up of fat stored and ensuring all glucose is efficiently used.

Fat blockers are clinically proven to make up to 28% of your dietary fat intake. Indigestible fat blockers bind with fat molecules to form a viscous solution in your stomach which is too thick to be absorbed into your body.

A weight loss management program with proper diet and exercise will always be the safest and most efficient way to lose weight. Providing your body with a healthy and nutritional diet will ensure your metabolism has got the energy stores it needs to keep your body functioning.

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Natural Weight Loss

2009-11-06T06:01:00.002-06:00

Pure Acai Berry

The acai berry is a super antioxidant that can be absorbed well by the human body. It can do everything from fight against excess weight and bad toxins to fighting the aging process.

Acai berry is so high in antioxidants that it easily gets rid of the toxins within your body. When toxins are flushed out of your body then your body is better able to metabolize food. When you get a boost in metabolism, your body will burn fat.

You can expect to lose anywhere between 5 and 20 pounds of "junk" that's in your body. The benefits are amazing, not only will you get quick weight loss and increased energy but also a decrease in the risk of a heart attack, high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

As for what makes it so healthy, it's because of flavonoids and anthocyanins. These are very powerful antioxidants that protect the cells of your body, which fight the aging process and make you look and feel younger.

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Acai berry comes in juice, capsules, teas and purees. Most people prefer taking the capsule as a supplement. When putting the capsule up against the others, there's one thing that sets the capsule apart and that's the fact that it is easy for you to store and you take it with you wherever you go.

Here is the official website PureAcaiBerry.com. You will receive 100% pure acai berry in a capsule. You will get the maximum potency of 1500mg vs 1000mg. You will get a certified organic and pure acai berry of the highest grade.

Beware of the acai berry scams and frauds. Before you purchase an acai berry product, you need to do some research online. In that research, there are certain things you should look for. These include:

Certified organic ingredients so you are not exposed to chemicals or pesticides.
Make sure the acai berry is harvested and processed within a 24 hour period so you will have a high quality supplement.
The acai berry needs to be freeze dried and not spray dried if you want to purchase the actual fruit so the quality is preserved.
If you want acai juice, make sure it is flash pasteurized and not over heated from the high heat of the pasteurization process.
Make sure there are no fillers or chemical preservatives.
Look out for websites that don't have contact information. You need to have a customer service number present on the site.
Check with the BBB to make sure the company is legitimate.
Some free trial offers a charging a monthly fee to your credit card bill and it's next to impossible to cancel.

Look out for these factors and check the internet reviews and see what people have to say about the product you would like to purchase.

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Football Time

2009-10-25T11:04:00.003-05:00

It's football time and the gang will be here soon...minus Nita cause she took off to Florida to spend some time with her boyfriend.

I hope the boys bring their girlfriends, wives etc cause it's not a lot of fun when I am the only girl here.

Steve is cooking today and I am loving it because it lets me off the hook! I can actually kick back and drink some beer n sippies n watch football.

Thank God the weather is still nice enough that we can be outside. We'll have enough months being cooped up inside pretty soon.

I think I am a month in on taking Pure Acai Berry and I feel really good lately. My energy level has certainly up and I am getting all sorts of things taken care of...always a plus.

I've maintained my weight for the most part, but Monday I need to start an exercise program...getting a little soft in places and I don't like that at all.

I can't say it's because of the pill, but at this time of year, I usually feel pretty crappy for a month or so...but I haven't felt bad at all.

OHHhhhh...my husband told me that I am not snoring as much as I use to. I think that's a good thing...for him anyway cause I didn't even know I did. lol

I've got some articles to go through before everyone comes so I better get that done! If I find anything interesting then I'll post it.

Bye for now,
Shannon

2009-10-19T20:27:00.002-05:00

Do you ever wander what happens in life that makes you choose the things that you choose? I think it all happens before we even begin our journey on earth.
When I met my husband, I thought it was just going to be for fun and then I ended up marrying him. My life hasn't been the same sence.
How do you know what is really right for you? How do you know who is going to beat you or betray you or make you feel as though you are a worthless human being? How do you know if someone is going to take your self worth away?
You don't know until they have suckered you in and taken the very life from you!!
How do you gain it back at this point? How do you get your self esteem back? How do you go on living? I don't know the answers to these questions at this point. What I do know is, I am not happy in life overall, but I will do anything I have to, in fulfilling the dreams I have within myself! You can only count on yourself!
True friends like Nita, Dedra, Curtis and TJ will always be with me. I will always love each of them in my own way.
Always believe in the souls you feel close to...forget the the ones you don't!

Shannon

Cold Season

2009-10-14T08:41:00.003-05:00

Wow! It's one very cool morning and it most definately doesn't feel like October, more like late November. BRRrrrr!

I still have to sleep with the window open though; Damn hot flashes and night sweats! My poor husband wakes up freezing his butt off, but I can't help it, I swear he becomes a furnace in the middle of the night.

We'll end up like the married couples in the old black and white films, sleeping in separate beds or different bedrooms all together.

Anyway, hope this part of the acai really proves to be true:

"Improves the Immune SystemOur immune system is designed to protect our bodies against the influences of diseases, viruses, bacteria and parasite through the implementation of enzymes, good bacteria, proteins, cells, organs and tissue.

With the support of acai berries high concentrations of antioxidants, these nutrients can help ensure the continued functionality of these mechanisms and keep your immune system protected."

Usually at this time of year, I have a full fledged cold. I'm assuming the acai berry is helping my immune system because I only have a scratchy throat and a bit of a cough. But, then again, this could be due to the window being open or allergies or sinuses...possibly a combination of all three.

I'll still keep taking acai berry and just see what happens.

Shannon

Inspiration

2009-10-11T06:07:00.004-05:00

I know this is off topic, but this is an email from a dear friend of mine. Just wanted to share...

Today is October 8th.
I never forget the 8th of October.
I worried, not reasonably, but still I worried and I was scared that John's treatment was beginning on October 8th.
I know it's just a date, but some things you just can't be reasonable about when a certain date is so profoundly imprinted on your memory. October 8th is the day my brother died. What he went through was devastating to witness. He had chemo. And it, and the leukemia massacred him. That is why I have been so scared for John. It was hard to watch my brother suffer. I cannot fathom how I could sit and watch John suffer in the same way.

But today was an eye opener and maybe it was a good thing it happened on October 8th. We are told that CCI in Huntsville treats 300 people every single day. 300 people. That is a lot of cancer patients for a city that size. We have been there 3 times? I watch the people. The patients coming and going. I notice them. How they look. How they act. How they seem to be. Today I saw several in treatment. I expected to see people looking sick. Looking emaciated. Having that "cancer look". I don't know if you know what that look is. I was watching for it. The sunken eyes. The bruises. The pain. I saw NONE of that. Every single person I saw in treatment today looked healthy. HEALTHY. Not sick. Not thin. Not emaciated. Not eaten up by disease.

If I had seen these people in the mall or in a store or walking down the street I would never have guessed they had cancer. Two of them I listened to as they talked to each other. Hodgkins lymphoma. Deadly. Both had been receiving treatment on and off for decades. DECADES. Not weeks. Not months. Not years. Decades. THEY DID NOT LOOK SICK! They did not talk like they were sick. They joked. They talked about their treatment like it was just something they do as part of their lives like we talk about having to do laundry. It was amazing.

I wanted John to hear every word but he was sleeping. But maybe he wasn't the one who needed to hear it. It was I that needed to hear it because I am the one with the sad, horrific memories. I heard the one word I needed to hear today that no one said. I heard it in the manner in which every patient spoke. And what I heard today was hope. Great, uplifting, promising hope.

And it wasn't as if these people were speaking in a way that made me think of pie in the sky. It wasn't like that at all. It wasn't as if they were ignoring the dark possibilities. It was that they had already experienced healing. Even those two who had had relapses. They didn't speak about it like "oh, woe is me, here we go again." Their words were full of gratefulness that once again they had pulled through.

It

was

amazing.

Susan

This is absolutely beautiful!!

I'm sorry you have had to go through all of this pretty much alone. I think I have become somewhat of a hardened person when it comes to any sort of cancer. Or any kind of death!

I was devastated when Shell was diagnosed shortly after dad was...the next couple of years seemed to be a blur, but somehow, we made it through.

After dad died, my girlfriend Angie was diagnosed with breast cancer and she fought a hard battle but cancer eventually beat her down. Angie was a good Catholic girl who never drank, smoked or cussed...what made God take her?

My friend Ric was murdered, through no fault of his own...wrong place, wrong time...then mom got sick.

Mom was a different story though...so young and healthy when she was diagnosed and given two months to live. I was by her side throughout the time she had left.

I watched her go from a vibrant woman to a small needy child in less than two months!! I always thought she was going to bounce back, just like Shell did...but that never happened.

It's hard going through life without the ones you love. Somehow, we find strength within ourselves and we continue to live, but we never feel "whole" anymore.

Acai Berry - Little Over 2 Weeks Now

2009-10-07T14:56:00.003-05:00

Almost another week has passed and I am enjoying what I'm getting from the acai berry. I think I have gained a couple of pounds but my goal is to gain 10. I just don't want them all at once!!

I think, for the most part, the colon cleansing is done. (Thank God) It will probably make a difference with the foods I eat, so I will be a little choosier.

I'm finding that it's making me eat better than what I normally would. I still need to start exercising though so the weight goes to where I want it...think that's even possible?

I don't think 12 hours of sitting on my butt watching Sunday football is helping the weight to shift around to where I want it to be. I guess that's why football is a cold weather sport...we can cover up with bulky sweaters and big ole jerseys:)

My complexion is looking great too...more radiant is what someone told me a couple of days ago.

I feel like I have a lot more energy too. I had the house cleaned up, laundry caught up and dinner ready to go in the oven by 11:00am today. That's really good for me!

I came across a new website that I have been checking into today. Of course, I was searching anything I could on acai. Just want to make sure I bought the best product out there.

Anyway, here's the website if you want to take a look.

They have all kinds of diet products and there is also a link to a Mega Health Store that has everything you can imagine from diet supplements to women's health.

I'll have to check out that site a little bit more.

Shannon

2009-10-01T13:45:00.002-05:00

It has been a crazy week for the Nita of Shanita. No time to think, let alone blog! But, here's the short version. The biggest things I've noticed are...inceased energy, and my skin looks fantastic! I had an offsite meeting today and when I told the facilitator of the meeting that'd I'd been with my company for 23 years, she commented I must have started at age 12. I didn't deny it.

My weight has not changed is the dissapointing factor, but I can't expect miracles, as much as I want to. I have not taken my blood pressure this week - no time - but will try to squeeze it in tomorrow. I plan to weigh tomorrow too, before the big weekend. So I will let eveyone know the results...and one of the most unusual things is, by the way, I'm terrible at remembering to take pills. I have not missed one of the Acai berry pills that I'm supposed to take. They send out little vibe messages to my brain. Well, maybe not. Until next time...off to another stupid meeting!

Nita

Acai Berry Scam - Another One

2009-09-30T12:11:00.003-05:00

OMG!!

I just found this at the bottom of a website while I was doing a search for "how long till I notice..."

*Free acai berry and free colon cleanse supplements are available when you sing up for a trial membership basis. You will be billed on your credit card until you cancel the trial which starts after you place your order. Reviews can not be verified and should be considered as fiction for inspirational purposes. By clicking affiliate links on this blog you agree not to hold the owner's of this site liable for not losing weight or any other misunderstandings. Weight loss results from acai berry and colon cleanse supplements are not typical and weight loss claims are probably the results of outside factors. Be sure to read the terms of use for each product. "

I made the credit card part bold...they didn't! This was in fine print at the very bottom of a lengthy page.

So, you place the order and will receive your product within 7-10 days, by then your free trial has already expired!!! Unbelievable!

The site wouldn't say what the ingredients are either, just that they are "100% All Natural Ingredients". If they are 100% natural then why not list them?

Shannon

How long till we notice changes?

2009-09-30T10:20:00.003-05:00

I haven't read anything, anywhere about how long it will take to notice changes with taking acai. I'm sure it is all on an individual basis as our bodies, habits, lifestyles etc. are all very different.

I woke up this morning feeling a cold coming on and I thought "what the heck, I've been on acai for a week, my immune system should be doing something by now".

I have been awake for about 4 hours and I don't feel bad like I did when I got up. Then it dawned on me that we had the windows open all night to let the cold air in. I slept like a baby though so it was well worth it.

One thing I did notice, however, is that my body is being cleansed...and thoroughly! I must have had A LOT of bad toxins in there. I certainly hope that part of it doesn't stay with me the whole time I am taking acai.

I'm noticing small changes, but I would really like to hear from others on how long it took for them to see some progress.

Please let me know...

Shannon

What Is In Acai?

2009-09-28T10:42:00.003-05:00

I'm starting to see a difference in my complexion after taking Acai for 7 days. Actually, my overall skin health is improving and I'm noticing less pigmentation on my arms as well as my face and neck.

This is excellent for going into the colder months as I will turn white from no sun.

I'm also noticing the whites of my eyes seem brighter and the dark circles under my eyes appear softer and more smooth (too much partying along with the normal aging process).

Pure acai berry is enriched with antioxidents, omega fatty acids, amino acids, fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C.

These have been scientifically proven to boost immunity, prevent cell damage and protect against illness and disease.

The antioxidents help your blood to cancel out the effects of external elements, smoke and overall pollutants and ultimately prevent cell damage.

Health problems such as heart disease, macular degeneration, diabetes, cancer etc. are all contributed by oxidative damage.

Antioxidants also enhance your immune system defense and therefore lowers your risk of cancer and infection.

Omega fatty acids benefit your heart if you are healthy or if you have a high risk of cardiovascular disease.

It decreases the risk of arrhythmias (your heart beating too fast, too slow or irregularly), which can lead to sudden cardiac death, decrease your triglyceride levels (leftover calories stored in fat cells for later use), decrease growth rate of atherosclerotic plaque (a deposit of fat and other substances that accumulate in the lining of your artery wall) and lower your blood pressure (the force of blood against the walls of your arteries).

Amino acids must be in your food every day because they are the building blocks of your body that make up proteins. Unlike fat and starch, your body does not store excess amino acids for later use.

Protein substances make up the muscles, tendons, organs, glands, nails and hair. Growth, repair and maintenance of all cells are dependent upon them.

Fiber promotes regularity and helps reduce the risk of colon cancer and breast cancer. It also helps in reducing your cholesterol levels, your risk of heart disease and controls blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.

Vitamin A protects your skin from the outside world. Not only can it help you fight aging, but it is the best source for clear, smooth skin. Vitamin A is also known as Retinol because it produces the pigments in the retina of the eye promoting good vision, especially in low light.

You must obtain vitamin C through your diet because people do not have the ability to make their own vitamin C as mammals do.

Vitamin C is important for your blood vessels, tendons, ligaments and bones. It is also critical to the functioning of your brain and is known to affect your mood.

In addition, vitamin C is required for turning fat into energy and increasing your metabolism.

All over good health in taking Acai.

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Shannon

Too little to Drink

2009-09-25T12:13:00.002-05:00

So I think not having a drink a night is not helping...however! I slept 9 hours. That never happens. So it was either not having a drink, or the fact my boyfriend went home! I did grit my teeth and weigh this morning...I didn't lose, but I didn't gain! That's pretty good, considering I ate 1/2 a pizza yesterday for lunch. And not the small one.

Now for the good news. Drum roll please::: Blood pressure today was 141 / 75. Could it be the Acai Berry? Could it be getting rid of the boyfriend which equals one bottle of wine in the hot tub? And I did one hour of water aerobics last night. I hope it's the Acai.

Today is Friday and I will have a drink tonight! Shannon..you in?

Too Much To Drink

2009-09-25T09:40:00.003-05:00

Long night last night and way too many cocktails. I'm still coping with a perm gone wrong (I knew better than to get one but I did so anyway) and to top it off with a bad hair cut.

After all the cocktails I consumed and being frustrated with my hair, I LET MY HUSBAND AND SON CUT ON IT!!

I was in a good mood and all so it seemed like a good idea...till I woke up this morning. Not sure what I am going to do with it now!

That could be the reason they both raced out of the house so early this morning. lol

Just hair right? It'll grow back!

Sigh,
Shannon

No Side Effects With Acai Berry

2009-09-24T13:09:00.001-05:00

First and Foremost, Nita, I would never tell any of our friends anything like that. I promise and you have my word!! See ya in a few hours!

Day 2 for me - and I'm not noticing anything bad happening to my body, which is a good thing.

I went off all other vitamins - potassium (low white blood cells), pre-natal vitamins (not pregnant just needed the extra oomph they give), beta carotine (clear complexion and help with vision).

I haven't given up on Claritin and Prilosec just yet.

Overall, I am feeling pretty good but I know it will take longer than two days to obtain the results I am looking for.

By the way, I bought the 4 month plan because it seemed to be the best deal to me. They throw in a fifth box making the price considerably lower.

I also went with the free shipping which was going to take 7-10 days but it only took 5.

Here are the results I am expecting to see, feel and notice:

Fighting fatigue
Boost my immune system
Remove toxins
More energy
Support against disease, cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer’s
Improved digestion, immunity and vision
Help fight the aging process
Stamina enhancement (had to throw it in)
Clear complexion

I would also hope to gain about 10 pounds too. I lost too much by just plain not feeling up to par.

Expecting a lot out of a little pill, aren't I?

For more information on what we are taking visit pureacaiberry.com

Shannon

PS. If anyone has tried Acai let us know how it worked for you.

Day One!

2009-09-24T08:10:00.000-05:00

We got the goods! So I am now on my second pill, I took the first one last night. The worst part was getting on the scales this morning. 190 pounds! (Shannon, don’t tell any of our other friends!) So of the 15 lbs I lost after beginning my exercise program after surgery … I’ve already gained back 10.

This could be a bigger challenge than I thought. After being disgustingly healthy all my life ( I never missed one day of school in 12 years) and my first 15 years at my current job were absent free, I got older and it just seemed to go downhill from there. Had back surgery in May, and now the blood pressure thing.

The Acai berry has been said to help in many areas of health. My primary goal is of course the weight thing, but that is all related to my high blood pressure as well. I will be weighing about 3 times a week, as daily is too depressing. I’m having my blood pressure taken at work a couple of times a week; we have an ERT program here. In fact I could take my own but I’m not very good at it.

So Shannon and I are embarking on our new healthy lifestyle challenge. Cross your fingers that everything that Shannon has researched about the Acai is true, and it can be the catalyst that makes us healthier. Stay tuned for further results!

Nita

Acai Berry Scams

2009-09-22T12:36:00.000-05:00

I had a hard time finding a website that I felt comfortable ordering from or even doing business with. I was reading so many different blogs and articles about all the different Acai Berry scams that are bombarding the internet lately.

I was almost tempted to try one of the so called "free trials" but then I kept reading about the credit card horror stories and decided against it. People were being charged huge amounts to their credit card after the free trial.

They would try to email or call customer service to cancel and most times they couldn't get through to either. Meanwhile, their charges were piling up.

Here are some of the things I looked for in deciding what company to go with:

Make sure the website has CLEAR contact information - email, phone numbers, address etc. (When I ordered from this company, they called the next day to confirm my order and they said if I had any questions, I could call anytime)

Do your research on the internet and see if the company has had any complaints against them.

If you see any kind of a pyramid scheme going on, then keep in mind the company may not deliver and customer service may be virtually impossible.

If you have read anything about not being able to cancel subscriptions, then stay away!!!

Make sure you are receiving certified organic ingredients with no chemicals or fillers added.

For a high quality product, acai berry must be freeze dried within 24 hours of harvesting.

This has came from many months of researching diet supplements. Thank goodness Nita has trust in me to try this pill with me.

You can click here for more information on acai berry scams.

Later,
Shannon

2009-09-22T07:25:00.000-05:00

I'm the other part of Shanita, and am so looking forward to this pill. While I don't believe in a magic pill...I do need the boost to get myself going.

I turned 50 this year (darn I can't say that for much longer) and I need to lose the weight I gained when I quit smoking - and I've been saying that for 2 years. I also just went to the doctor and found my high blood pressure was too high to ignore (160/100). It could have been that bottle of rum I had over the weekend, however I don't think so. At least I hope not.

So, I'm going to weigh myself weekly, take my blood pressure daily, and we'll see what happens. I'm already keeping a food journal, no faking it allowed. My goal is to lose 30 pounds, reduce my blood pressure, food and alcohol intake (the hardest part) and get healthy!

Wish us luck!

Nita

Acai Berry

2009-09-21T18:08:00.000-05:00

Getting ready to start a new diet and health regime. My name is Shannon and my girl friends' name is Nita.

I want to get healthy and Nita wants to lose weight - she's already healthy and beautiful, I on the other hand have some issues.

We are starting this blog so you can track our progress and see how we do on this amazing new pill.

I'm really excited about trying this Acai Berry because it is 100% pure.

My sister and her husband sold Mon Avie a few years ago and I didn't care for the thickness of the juice but I did like the benefits that I got from the juice. I didn't give it enough of a chance to really work for me the way it was intended.

Now I have the chance to have the real thing in a pill form.

I'm looking forward to the boost in my immune system and the boost in my vision loss...only for close up but it is still a loss. I gotta be honest, there is also a boost in your labido...not that I need it, but it's always a good thing.

I have been doing soooo much research on living a healthier life and I do hope and think this pill will help me along the way.

I have always had a problem with "break outs" and it would make me shy away from different activities. I have used Proactive and it seemed to work for a few months but then I would start breaking out again. I have used it since the first commercials on tv. I'm 44 years old and that should be so behind me by now. Alas, it is not. Praying for Acai Berry to work. It is suppose to give you a smooth, clear complexion and at my age, that's what I want.

See ya tomorrow...still waiting for it to be delivered.

Shannon