Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Pimp Your Smoothie: Cherry Bomb

Pimp Your Smoothie: Low-Calorie Smoothie Recipes 

Smoothies are an easy way to eat more fruit. Give these five under-400-calorie concoctions a whirl, and sip your way to a slimmer body

Blend 3/4 cup frozen cherries;
1 kiwi, peeled and quartered; 
1/4 cup orange juice; 
1/2 cup coconut water; 
3/4 tsp agave nectar; 
and 3 ice cubes.

26g of Herbalife Formula 1 Shake (217 calories per serving)

Serves 1. 376 cal, <1 g fat (<1 g sat), 38 g carbs, 129 mg sodium, 5 g fiber, 3 g protein 
 
**Lower the calorie count by replacing the nectar, juice and coconut water with freshy squeesed orange juice and water**

Trick it out even more: Add 1/2 tsp of Herbalife's THermo Complete for more energie and vitality (without adding more calories) also add 1/2 tsp of Herbalife's NRG Beverage - Feel the benefit of 100% pure organically grown Guarana. It is easily absorbed by the body and gets to work quickly, providing a slow, sustained release for up to six hours! Guarana seeds contain multiple qhytochemicals, healthful saponins, energising xanthines, regulating tannins. Other maker's of Guarana products frequently add caffeine. With NO-ADDED caffeine*, our product is gentler on your body. NRG Beverage contain naturally-occurring caffeine. 

To order these products contact Liza or Ross Welsh on 

Tel: 074 120 0279 or herbalife.pretoria@gmail.com


Disclaimer: The information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider. 
 

Pimp Your Smoothie: Rise and Shine

Pimp Your Smoothie: Low-Calorie Smoothie Recipes

Smoothies are an easy way to eat more fruit. Give these five under-300-calorie concoctions a whirl, and sip your way to a slimmer body 

Pimp Your Smoothie: Low-Calorie Smoothie Recipes 

Rise and Shine
Blend 1/4 avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed;
2 Tbsp canned sweet potato / or fresh mashed swwet potato;
1 small frozen banana, sliced;
3/4 cup skim milk;
and 1/2 tsp honey
26g of Herbalife Formula 1 Shake (217 calories per serving)

Serves 1. 408 cal, 8 g fat (1 g sat), 50 g carbs, 135 mg sodium, 7 g fiber, 9 g protein


**Lower the calorie count by replacing the skim milk with water and my leaving out the sweet potato.**

Trick it out even more: Add 1/2 tsp of Herbalife's THermo Complete for more energie and vitality (without adding more calories) also add 1/2 tsp of Herbalife's NRG Beverage - Feel the benefit of 100% pure organically grown Guarana. It is easily absorbed by the body and gets to work quickly, providing a slow, sustained release for up to six hours! Guarana seeds contain multiple qhytochemicals, healthful saponins, energising xanthines, regulating tannins. Other maker's of Guarana products frequently add caffeine. With NO-ADDED caffeine*, our product is gentler on your body. NRG Beverage contain naturally-occurring caffeine. 

To order these products contact Liza or Ross Welsh on 

Tel: 074 120 0279 or herbalife.pretoria@gmail.com


Disclaimer: The information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider. 

Fresh Pineapple, Chile, and Black Pepper Salsa

Aromatic, freshly ground black pepper awakens the sweetness of the pineapple. Serve with shrimp, pork, or chicken. Remove the seeds from the jalapeño if you want a less spicy salsa.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple 
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  • 1/2 cup chopped peeled kiwifruit 
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  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeño pepper
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion 
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  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar 
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  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 
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  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

 

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients, tossing gently. Let stand 1 hour.

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving
  • Calories: 28
  • Calories from fat: 6%
  • Fat: 0.2g
  • Saturated fat: 0.0g
  • Monounsaturated fat: 0.0g
  • Polyunsaturated fat: 0.1g
  • Protein: 0.4g
  • Carbohydrate: 6.8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0mg
  • Iron: 0.2mg
  • Sodium: 77mg
  • Calcium: 8mg

Edamame Dip

Yield: 2 1/2 cups (serving size: about 3 tablespoons edamame mixture)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans), thawed and cooked
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (such as Lee Kum Kee)
  • 1 (16-ounce) can cannellini beans or other white beans, drained

Preparation

  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor, and process until smooth. Serve immediately, or cover and chill.
 Serve with:

You won't need encouragement to eat your veggies when you serve this hearty, nutty dip with a variety of crisp vegetables such as jicama, bell pepper strips, steamed sugar snap peas, and carrot sticks.


Nutritional Information

Amount per serving
  • Calories: 61
  • Calories from fat: 37%
  • Fat: 2.5g
  • Saturated fat: 0.4g
  • Monounsaturated fat: 1.1g
  • Polyunsaturated fat: 0.7g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrate: 6.1g
  • Fiber: 1.2g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0mg
  • Iron: 0.7mg
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Calcium: 23mg

 Disclaimer: The information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Pimp Your Smoothie: Awesome Almond

Pimp Your Smoothie: Low-Calorie Smoothie Recipes 

Smoothies are an easy way to eat more fruit. Give these five under-400-calorie concoctions a whirl, and sip your way to a slimmer body


Blend in! A Penn State study found that people whose smoothies were blended for five minutes ate 12 percent less food afterward and felt fuller than those whose smoothies were minimally blended. What a great

Awesome Almond
Blend 1 small frozen banana, sliced;
3/4 cup kale, lightly packed, stems removed;
3/4 cup almond milk;
3/4 Tbsp almond butter;
and 1/8 tsp each cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground ginger.

26g of Herbalife Formula 1 Shake (217 calories per serving)

Serves 1.

450 cal, 8 g fat (<1 g sat), 37 g carbs, 134 mg sodium, 6 g fiber, 6 g protein

**Lower the calorie count by replacing the almon butter with ground almonds, and the almond milk with water**

Trick it out even more: Add 1/2 tsp of Herbalife's THermo Complete for more energie and vitality (without adding more calories) also add 1/2 tsp of Herbalife's NRG Beverage - Feel the benefit of 100% pure organically grown Guarana. It is easily absorbed by the body and gets to work quickly, providing a slow, sustained release for up to six hours! Guarana seeds contain multiple qhytochemicals, healthful saponins, energising xanthines, regulating tannins. Other maker's of Guarana products frequently add caffeine. With NO-ADDED caffeine*, our product is gentler on your body. NRG Beverage contain naturally-occurring caffeine. 

To order these products contact Liza or Ross Welsh on 
Tel: 074 120 0279 or herbalife.pretoria@gmail.com


Disclaimer: The information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider. 

Recipe: Easy Chicken Enchiladas - Serves 12

Here is a great meal idea for your supper... include this recipe, together with your low calorie smoothie for breakfast and lunch in a healthy lifestyle, that includes adequit fluid intake and regular excercise, for effective weightloss.


115g fat free cream cheese
1/4 cup green salsa
1/2 cup greek yogurt
1/3 cup chicken, shredded
1 cup 2% cheese
1 cup enchilada sauce
12 tortillas

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly spray an 8x8-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.  Stir together the softened cream cheese, greek yogurt, and green salsa until blended. Add cooked chicken (add taco seasoning if needed) and shredded cheese. Evenly divide the filling among the tortillas, and roll the tortillas. Place into prepared baking dish. Cover enchiladas with the the enchilada sauce.  Bake in preheated oven until golden and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Allow to rest 5 minutes before serving.  Add mexican rice, refried beans, and corn as sides and it's a meal.

142 cal each, 7.6 g fat, 4.2 g sat. fat, 23 mg cholestrole, 222 mg sodium, 12.6 carbs, 1.6 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 6.5 g protein (replace chicken with refried beans and the fiber conent goes up)

Sleep Tips

Do you want to be productive, mentally sharp, emotionally balanced, and full of energy all day long? The way you feel during your waking hours hinges on how well you sleep at night.

The cure to sleep difficulties and daytime fatigue can often be found in your daily routine. Your sleep schedule, bedtime habits, and day–to–day lifestyle choices make an enormous difference in the quality of your nightly rest. The following sleep tips will help you optimize your nightly rest, minimize insomnia, and lay the foundation for all–day energy and peak performance.

The secret to getting good sleep every night

Good sleep strategies are essential to deep, restorative sleep you can count on, night after night. By learning to avoid common enemies of sleep and trying out a variety of healthy sleep-promoting techniques, you can discover your personal prescription to a good night’s rest.

The key is to experiment. What works for some might not work as well for others. It’s important to find the sleep strategies that work best for you.

The first step to improving the quality of your rest is finding out how much sleep you need. How much sleep is enough? While sleep requirements vary slightly from person to person, most healthy adults need at least 8 hours of sleep each night to function at their best.


How to sleep better tip 1: Keep a regular sleep schedule

Getting back in sync with your body’s natural sleep–wake cycle—your circadian rhythm—is one of the most important strategies for achieving good sleep. If you keep a regular sleep schedule, going to bed and getting up at the same time each day, you will feel much more refreshed and energized than if you sleep the same number of hours at different times. This holds true even if you alter your sleep schedule by only an hour or two. Consistency is important.

  • Set a regular bedtime. Go to bed at the same time every night. Choose a time when you normally feel tired, so that you don’t toss and turn. Try not to break this routine on weekends when it may be tempting to stay up late. If you want to change your bedtime, help your body adjust by making the change in small daily increments, such as 15 minutes earlier or later each day.
  • Wake up at the same time every day. If you’re getting enough sleep, you should wake up naturally without an alarm. If you need an alarm clock to wake up on time, you may need to set an earlier bedtime. As with your bedtime, try to maintain your regular wake–time even on weekends.
  • Nap to make up for lost sleep. If you need to make up for a few lost hours, opt for a daytime nap rather than sleeping late. This strategy allows you to pay off your sleep debt without disturbing your natural sleep–wake rhythm, which often backfires in insomnia and throws you off for days.
  • Be smart about napping. While taking a nap can be a great way to recharge, especially for older adults, it can make insomnia worse. If insomnia is a problem for you, consider eliminating napping. If you must nap, do it in the early afternoon, and limit it to thirty minutes.
  • Fight after–dinner drowsiness. If you find yourself getting sleepy way before your bedtime, get off the couch and do something mildly stimulating to avoid falling asleep, such as washing the dishes, calling a friend, or getting clothes ready for the next day. If you give in to the drowsiness, you may wake up later in the night and have trouble getting back to sleep.

Discovering your optimal sleep schedule

Find a period of time (a week or two should do) when you are free to experiment with different sleep and wake times. Go to bed at the same time every night and allow yourself to sleep until you wake up naturally. No alarm clocks! If you’re sleep deprived, it may take a few weeks to fully recover. But as you go to bed and get up at the same time, you’ll eventually land on the natural sleep schedule that works best for you.

How to sleep better tip 2: Naturally regulate your sleep-wake cycle

Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle. Melatonin production is controlled by light exposure. Your brain should secrete more in the evening, when it’s dark, to make you sleepy, and less during the day when it’s light and you want to stay awake and alert. However, many aspects of modern life can disrupt your body’s natural production of melatonin and with it your sleep-wake cycle.

Spending long days in an office away from natural light, for example, can impact your daytime wakefulness and make your brain sleepy. Then bright lights at night—especially from hours spent in front of the TV or computer screen—can suppress your body’s production of melatonin and make it harder to sleep. However, there are ways for you to naturally regulate your sleep-wake cycle, boost your body’s production of melatonin, and keep your brain on a healthy schedule.

Increase light exposure during the day

  • Remove your sunglasses in the morning and let light onto your face.
  • Spend more time outside during daylight. Try to take your work breaks outside in sunlight, exercise outside, or walk your dog during the day instead of at night.
  • Let as much light into your home/workspace as possible. Keep curtains and blinds open during the day; move your desk closer to the window.
  • If necessary, use a light therapy box. A light therapy box can simulate sunshine and can be especially useful during short winter days when there’s limited daylight.

Boost melatonin production at night

  • Turn off your television and computer. Many people use the television to fall asleep or relax at the end of the day. Not only does the light suppress melatonin production, but television can actually stimulate the mind, rather than relaxing it. Try listening to music or audio books instead, or practicing relaxation exercises. If your favourite TV show is on late at night, record it for viewing earlier in the day.
  • Don’t read from a backlit device at night (such as an iPad). If you use a portable electronic device to read, use an eReader that is not backlit, i.e. one that requires an additional light source such as a bedside lamp.
  • Change your light bulbs. Avoid bright lights before bed, use low-wattage bulbs instead.
  • When it’s time to sleep, make sure the room is dark. The darker it is, the better you’ll sleep. Cover electrical displays, use heavy curtains or shades to block light from windows, or try an eye mask to cover your eyes.
  • Use a flashlight to go to the bathroom at night. As long as it’s safe to do so, keep the light to a minimum so it will be easier to go back to sleep.

How to sleep better tip 3: Create a relaxing bedtime routine

If you make a consistent effort to relax and unwind before bed, you will sleep easier and more deeply. A peaceful bedtime routine sends a powerful signal to your brain that it’s time to wind down and let go of the day’s stresses.

Make your bedroom more sleep friendly

  • Keep noise down. If you can’t avoid or eliminate noise from barking dogs, loud neighbours, city traffic, or other people in your household, try masking it with a fan, recordings of soothing sounds, or white noise. You can buy a special sound machine or generate your own white noise by setting your radio between stations. Earplugs may also help.
  • Keep your room cool. The temperature of your bedroom also affects sleep. Most people sleep best in a slightly cool room (around 65° F or 18° C) with adequate ventilation. A bedroom that is too hot or too cold can interfere with quality sleep.
  • Make sure your bed is comfortable. You should have enough room to stretch and turn comfortably. If you often wake up with a sore back or an aching neck, you may need to invest in a new mattress or a try a different pillow. Experiment with different levels of mattress firmness, foam or egg crate toppers, and pillows that provide more support.

Reserve your bed for sleeping and sex

If you associate your bed with events like work or errands, it will be harder to wind down at night. Use your bed only for sleep and sex. That way, when you go to bed, your body gets a powerful cue: it’s time to nod off.

Relaxing bedtime rituals to try

  • Read a book or magazine by a soft light
  • Take a warm bath
  • Listen to soft music
  • Do some easy stretches
  • Wind down with a favourite hobby
  • Listen to books on tape
  • Make simple preparations for the next day

How to sleep better tip 4: Eat right and get regular exercise

Your daytime eating and exercise habits play a role in how well you sleep. It’s particularly important to watch what you put in your body in the hours leading up to your bedtime.

  • Stay away from big meals at night. Try to make dinnertime earlier in the evening, and avoid heavy, rich foods within two hours of bed. Fatty foods take a lot of work for your stomach to digest and may keep you up. Also be cautious when it comes to spicy or acidic foods in the evening, as they can cause stomach trouble and heartburn.
  • Avoid alcohol before bed. Many people think that a nightcap before bed will help them sleep. While it may make you fall asleep faster, alcohol reduces your sleep quality, waking you up later in the night. To avoid this effect, so stay away from alcohol in the hours before bed.
  • Cut down on caffeine. You might be surprised to know that caffeine can cause sleep problems up to ten to twelve hours after drinking it! Consider eliminating caffeine after lunch or cutting back your overall intake.
  • Avoid drinking too many liquids in the evening. Drinking lots of water, juice, tea, or other fluids may result in frequent bathroom trips throughout the night. Caffeinated drinks, which act as diuretics, only make things worse.
  • Quit smoking. Smoking causes sleep troubles in numerous ways. Nicotine is a stimulant, which disrupts sleep. Additionally, smokers actually experience nicotine withdrawal as the night progresses, making it hard to sleep.

** Very often we do not receive sufficient sleep promoting nutrients from our food. To combat this, Herbalife has introduced Niteworks

Herbalife teamed with Dr. Lou Ignarro, Nobel Laureate in medicine, to develop this refreshing lemon-powder mix that helps you create more life supporting nitric oxide during the night, when nitric oxide levels are naturally lowest.
During the night, when Nitric Oxide is naturally at its lowest level, take Niteworks™.

Take Niteworks™ before you go to bed. Just add Niteworks lemon-flavoured powdered mix to cold water, sparkling water or juice, for an instant drink. ** (Click Here for more information about Nitric Oxide)**

If you’re hungry at bedtime

For some people, a light snack before bed can help promote sleep. When you pair tryptophan–containing foods with carbohydrates, it may help calm the brain and allow you to sleep better. For others, eating before bed can lead to indigestion and make sleeping more difficult. Experiment with your food habits to determine your optimum evening meals and snacks. If you need a bedtime snack, try:

  • Half a turkey sandwich
  • A small bowl of whole–grain, low–sugar cereal
  • Granola with low–fat milk or yogurt
  • A banana

You’ll also sleep more deeply if you exercise regularly. You don’t have to be a star athlete to reap the benefits—as little as twenty to thirty minutes of daily activity helps. And you don’t need to do all thirty minutes in one session. You can break it up into five minutes here, ten minutes there, and still get the benefits. Try a brisk walk, a bicycle ride, or even gardening or housework.

Some people prefer to schedule exercise in the morning or early afternoon as exercising too late in the day can stimulate the body, raising its temperature. Even if you prefer not to exercise vigorously at night, don’t feel glued to the couch, though. Relaxing exercises such as yoga or gentle stretching can help promote sleep.

How to sleep better tip 5: Get anxiety and stress in check

Do you find yourself unable to sleep or waking up night after night? Residual stress, worry, and anger from your day can make it very difficult to sleep well. When you wake up or can’t get to sleep, take note of what seems to be the recurring theme. That will help you figure out what you need to do to get your stress and anger under control during the day:

If you can’t stop yourself from worrying, especially about things outside your control, you need to learn how to manage your thoughts. For example, you can learn to evaluate your worries to see if they’re truly realistic and learn to replace irrational fears with more productive thoughts. Even counting sheep is more productive than worrying at bedtime.

If the stress of managing work, family, or school is keeping you awake, you need help with stress management. By learning how to manage your time effectively, handle stress in a productive way, and maintain a calm, positive outlook, you’ll be able to sleep better at night.

Relaxation techniques for better sleep

Relaxation is beneficial for everyone, but especially for those struggling with sleep. Practicing relaxation techniques before bed is a great way to wind down, calm the mind, and prepare for sleep. Some simple relaxation techniques include:

  • Deep breathing. Close your eyes—and try taking deep, slow breaths—making each breath even deeper than the last.
  • Progressive muscle relaxation. Starting at your toes, tense all the muscles as tightly as you can, then completely relax. Work your way up from your feet to the top of your head.
  • Visualizing a peaceful, restful place. Close your eyes and imagine a place or activity that is calming and peaceful for you. Concentrate on how relaxed this place or activity makes you feel.

**By taking a herbal supplement, one can also keep your stress levels in tact. Herbalife’s Tangkuei is one such a supplement.


Men and women have known about Tang Kuei for many centuries, using it after strenuous physical exertion to offer relief of challenges associated with tense, taut muscles. Women of child-bearing age undergo hormonal changes that may cause a range of minor discomforts. The gentle herbal properties of Tang Kuei encourage the body to restore its natural balance.**

How to sleep better tip 6: Ways to get back to sleep

It’s normal to wake briefly during the night. In fact, a good sleeper won’t even remember it. But if you’re waking up during the night and having trouble falling back asleep, the following tips may help.

  • Stay out of your head. The key to getting back to sleep is continuing to cue your body for sleep, so remain in bed in a relaxed position. Hard as it may be, try not to stress over the fact that you’re awake or your inability to fall asleep again, because that very stress and anxiety encourages your body to stay awake. A good way to stay out of your head is to focus on the feelings and sensations in your body.
  • Make relaxation your goal, not sleep. If you are finding it hard to fall back asleep, try a relaxation technique such as visualization, deep breathing, or meditation, which can be done without even getting out of bed. Remind yourself that although they’re not a replacement for sleep, rest and relaxation still help rejuvenate your body.
  • Do a quiet, non-stimulating activity. If you’ve been awake for more than 15 minutes, try getting out of bed and doing a quiet, non-stimulating activity, such as reading a book. Keep the lights dim so as not to cue your body clock that it’s time to wake up. Also avoid screens of any kind—computers, TV, cell phones, iPads—as the type of light they emit is stimulating to the brain. A light snack or herbal tea might help relax you, but be careful not to eat so much that your body begins to expect a meal at that time of the day.
  • Postpone worrying and brainstorming. If you wake during the night feeling anxious about something, make a brief note of it on paper and postpone worrying about it until the next day when you are fresh and it will be easier to resolve. Similarly, if a brainstorm or great idea is keeping you awake, make a note of it on paper and fall back to sleep knowing you’ll be much more productive and creative after a good night’s rest.

How to sleep better tip 7: Know when to see a sleep doctor

If you’ve tried the tips above, but are still struggling with sleep problems, you may have a sleep disorder that requires professional treatment. Consider scheduling a visit with a sleep doctor if, despite your best efforts at self–help, you are still troubled by any of the following symptoms:

  • Persistent daytime sleepiness or fatigue
  • Loud snoring accompanied by pauses in breathing
  • Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
  • Unrefreshing sleep
  • Frequent morning headaches
  • Crawling sensations in your legs or arms at night
  • Inability to move while falling asleep or waking up
  • Physically acting out dreams during sleep
  • Falling asleep at inappropriate times

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