Click the play button on the video window to the see the storyWe live in a society where we're bombarded with information on the perfect weight loss regimen or the optimal plans to achieve health and well-being.
Nutrionist and author of The Power of 4 Paula Owens describes holistic health as an integrative approach to health and well-being that addresses the whole person and focuses on wellness and prevention. It consists of peace of mind, happiness and total well-being on several levels physical, emotional and spiritual.
Owens' believes this includes positive thoughts, healthy digestion, quality sleep, eating organic foods, a balanced exercise program, treating others kindly, coming from a place of integrity, hormonal balance, etc.
Take control and responsibility for your health with lifestyle change.
Here are
Paula Owens' top ten ingredients to avoid at all costs.
1. ASPARTAME, SPLENDA, SWEET N LOW, EQUAL: Aspartame is an artificial, chemical sweetener found in diet foods such as low-calorie desserts, gelatins, drink mixes, and sodas.
It may cause cancer or neurological problems, such as dizziness, migraine headaches, weight gain, increased appetite or hallucinations.
2. PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED OILS (TRANS FATS): Partially hydrogenated oils are found in thousands of processed foods (breakfast cereals, cookies, chips, all CRAP food).
Trans fats are proven to cause heart disease. Restaurant food, especially fast food chains, often serve foods laden with trans fats.
3. MSG: This is a preservative, coloring, and flavoring commonly added to bacon, ham, hot dogs, luncheon meats, smoked fish, and corned beef.
Studies have linked eating it to various types of cancer.
4. SODIUM NITRATE: This is a preservative, coloring, and flavoring commonly added to bacon, ham, hot dogs, luncheon meats, smoked fish, and corned beef.
Studies have linked eating it to various types of cancer.
5. HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP: HFCS is the number one source of calories for most Americans!
You'll find high-fructose corn syrup in processed foods, sodas, syrup that goes into your Latte from Starbucks, etc.
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