So summer is right around the corner, and I know a lot of folks are looking for the best way to shed some pounds as they shed the clothes in time for the pool or beach. So why is it so hard to lose those unwanted pounds? Well, a lot of it has to do with how you’re trying to lose weight, and tomorrow on the Poop Scoop I’ll be talking about the proven solution that will help you not only reach your goal weight, but keep the weight off once and for all.

My special guests will be Bonnie Cooper and Cedric Baldwin—two weight loss success stories with plenty of tips on how to lose weight in a healthy way. Plus, I’ll help you understand the science behind successful weight loss, including the miracle nutrient that will help curb your appetite, reduce cravings and eliminate calories. Believe me, if you’ve ever struggled with your weight, this is the one show you can’t afford to miss!

Log on and listen to Brenda’s Poop Scoop LIVE every Wednesday from 4-5 pm (EST) right from your computer. Missed an episode? Visit the Episode Directory on my website and listen to past shows from the archive!

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Dieting, weight loss… they’re words nobody likes hearing, but in a country where 34% of our adults are obese, we really need to think about what we’re putting on our plates, don’t you think?

Studies show that the obesity rate has been climbing for years, and we’re not just talking about being a few pounds overweight. ‘Obese’ means that more than a third of all Americans are 30+ pounds over a healthy weight, so it’s no wonder we’ve seen such a big increase in obesity-related health problems. Those extra pounds put added strain on the body and can make a big difference in our overall health.

But wait, there is some good news! Studies show that the obesity rate seems to be leveling off, so even though more people are obese than they were ten years ago, for the past couple years the rate has not increased. To put this into perspective, in 1980 the obesity rate was less than half what it is now (just 15%), so when the obesity rate actually begins to fall, then we can really give ourselves a pat on the back. 

Okay, so what can we do to help put those rates on the decline? It starts with lifestyle changes, and not just changes in your diet, but I mean long-term, honest-to-goodness, stick-to-them-for life changes like exercising more, getting more sleep, and drinking plenty of water.

And instead of quick-fix fad diets that are often unhealthy and don’t really teach you how to eat well, my Fiber35 Diet provides a sensible, healthful approach to long-term weight management that works with every lifestyle, no matter who you are or where you live.

Take it from me, fiber is one pretty amazing nutrient, and getting at least 35 grams a day is a great way to take off unhealthy weight and improve your health and digestion at the same time, so what are you waiting for? Let’s start changing those statistics today!

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I don’t know about you, but sometimes I think seeing really is believing, like when I found this link recently from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control). It’s an animated map that shows the increase in obesity rates across America from 1985 all the way to 2008.

It’s one thing to hear about our obesity problem on the news or read about it in the paper, but it’s a pretty big eye-opener to see it come to life right in front of you!

So how obese is your state? Well, unless you live in Colorado the obesity rate of your state is at least 20%—that might make me think twice about not sticking to my weight loss plan!

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Brenda was kind enough to have me as a guest recently on her internet radio show, The Poop Scoop, to tell a little bit about my weight loss story. I’ve lost about 40 pounds but the best part is that I’ve kept it off for close to two years. At 46, I weigh much less now than I did in my teens and 20s and I feel energized! The Fiber35 Lifestyle is so easy…35 grams of fiber a day and the pounds float away! Here are some of the things I’ve learned along my weight loss (and maintenance) journey:

Portion Control - Are you eating the same amount as your spouse or significant other when they either weigh more than you? If you’re not losing weight and perhaps even gaining weight, you have to eat less. The first few bites of a meal are the best. After that, they all taste the same, so use a little tough love with yourself and mind control. Everything you eat, just eat less.

Raise Your Metabolism – You have to move your body more to rev your engine so to speak. Incorporate cardio plus building muscle with resistance training whether with bands, weights or exercises like pushups. Also, mix up your cardio routines to avoid boredom…there are so many ways to move your body from walking, running, biking, elliptical and other machine, rollerblading, swimming and much more.

You’re Not on a Diet – Think of this as a lifestyle change because otherwise, you’ll gain all the weight back once the diet is ‘over’.

Ask yourself, ‘Why do I want to lose weight?’ – If you don’t look like the person you feel like on the inside, maybe it’s time to put your mind to work. You have to want the weight loss and new body more than you want the food.

Don’t Contemplate Exercising – I use what I call the Nike Psyche. The minute you think about the fact it’s time to exercise, your mind will talk you out of it. So just do it!

When you lose weight, it’s better to do it slow – This way, the new ways of eating become habit forming. You need to get used to it because if you’re going to keep the weight off, you need to eat less FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE. Why? The lighter you are, the less food you need to maintain that weight.

Study nutrition and learn what is good and bad to eat, where there are hidden calories, what are good and bad carbs, best fiber foods, and the leanest protein sources.

Make sure you’re eliminating regularly by eating enough fiber, drinking plenty of water and taking a natural laxative formula for occasional constipation.

Lastly, don’t deprive yourself. If you want something sweet, eat a small portion of whatever it is. If you had an overindulgent day, get back on track and balance it out with a day of eating mostly fruit and a sensible dinner. Then get back on track. Remember, you need to get used to eating like this for the rest of your life if you want to be lean and mean!

Log on and listen to Brenda’s Poop Scoop LIVE every Wednesday from 4-5 pm (EST) right from your computer. Missed an episode? Visit the Episode Directory on my website and listen to past shows from the archive!

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So here it is February already, and I know a lot of folks are still struggling with that one New Year’s resolution that seems the hardest to stick to: weight loss. So why is it so hard to shed those unwanted pounds? Well, a lot of it has to do with how you’re trying to lose weight, and tomorrow on the Poop Scoop I’ll be talking about the proven solution that will help you not only reach your goal weight, but keep the weight off once and for all.

My special guests will be Bonnie Cooper and Cedric Baldwin—two weight loss success stories with plenty of tips on how to lose weight in a healthy way. Plus, I’ll help you understand the science behind successful weight loss, including the miracle nutrient that will help curb your appetite, reduce cravings and eliminate calories. Believe me, if you’ve ever struggled with your weight, this is the one show you can’t afford to miss!

Log on and listen to Brenda’s Poop Scoop LIVE every Wednesday from 4-5 pm (EST) right from your computer. Missed an episode? Visit the Episode Directory on my website and listen to past shows from the archive!

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Many of you have probably heard about the over-the-counter weight loss drug Alli.  It is a less potent version of orlistat, which is a pharmaceutical drug used for weight loss.  The way that it works is that it binds to a fat enzyme in the digestive tract, so that about one quarter of fat from the diet is not digested.  It just passes through the digestive tract.

Leaving fat undigested in the intestines can lead to a host of digestive problems.  In fact, side effects of Alli include oily and loose stools, fecal incontinence, frequent or urgent bowel movements or flatulence.  What this does to the balance of microflora in the digestive tract is not healthy.  Fat is not meant to pass through undigested.

That is only the beginning.  Recently, the FDA began an investigation of the hepatotoxicity of Alli.  Apparently, Alli (and its pharmaceutical counterpart) may cause liver damage.  So not only does it wreak havoc in the intestines, but it may be getting absorbed and moving into the liver, causing further damage there.

Sure, the idea of taking a pill and eating all the fat we want is certainly attractive.  But the big picture cannot be overlooked here, folks.  Weight management is a commitment.  It is a lifestyle change.  It is not a pill.  And it certainly should not be risky.

If you are tired of yo-yo dieting and taking diet pills that produce more side effects than weight loss, why not make a change?  The Fiber35 Diet was designed to be an easy way for people to lose weight based on the amount of fiber that they eat every day.  Check out the Fiber35diet website (www.fiber35diet.com) for more info on this great plan.

And if you’re looking to jump start your diet, Diet Start Cleanse can help you on your way.  It is a two-part non-stimulant cleanse designed to help boost fat metabolism, while also providing a colon cleanse to support healthy bowel function.

So take charge of your weight loss and choose a plan that makes sense, without all the risks!

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