1) Yes, it’s true, they are launching Prograde Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) next week! I’ll be sure to let you know as soon as they’re available because they’re most likely going to sell out real fast!

2) Here’s a really cool research based article on BCAAs and Immune System Boosting.

http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/immune-system-booster.html

Enjoy!

Shawn Webb

PS – Oh, in case you missed this one on Tuesday. Here’s another cool article on BCAAs and fat loss:

http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/bcaas-and-dieting.html

Now, I can’t say for certain, but there’s a good, good chance you’ve been down the “magic pill and potion” road before.

Hey, don’t feel bad, most people have.

And with all the deceptive marketing and lies those companies tell you, well, it can be easy to believe them.

Look, you know as well as I do that exercise and proper nutrition are the way to go.

But as my partners over at Prograde Nutrition show you in this article, there are ways to supplement that can really make a difference with your results.

Bottom line: If you’re serious about that dream body you need to devour this article ASAP:

http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/bcaas-and-dieting.html

Yours in health,

Shawn Webb

PS – Again, there are NO shortcuts, but there is SCIENCE behind the worthwhile supplements. Be sure to read this article to see for yourself:

http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/bcaas-and-dieting.html

It’s all about the correlation between sleep and quick weight loss.

I really think you’re going to love this one. It’s possible this may be a big problem for you or someone you know.

http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/lack-of-sleep-stops-quick-weight-loss.html

Yours in health,

Shawn

Lack of sleep will get you somewhere, sometime during the day!

Looking for a cool salad to fill you up this summer? Here’s a delicious recipe from my partners over at Prograde Nutrition for you.

Roasted Red Pepper Chicken and Avocado Salad

1 medium ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced

1 tsp. lemon juice

1 bag (10 oz.) torn romaine lettuce (about 10 cups)

2 cups shredded cooked chicken

1 medium tomato, cut into wedges

1 small cucumber, sliced

1/4 of a medium Vidalia or Walla Walla onion, chopped

½ cup Red Pepper

1/2 cup Light or Fat-free Italian Dressing

¼ cup Parmesan Cheese

Directions:

Toss avocados with lemon juice in large salad bowl.

Add lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers and onions; mix lightly.

Add dressing; toss to coat.

Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Serve immediately.

Hey, if you like that one they’ve got 196 more! Seriously, Prograde has a really cool 197 Healthy and Delicious Fat Burning Recipes ebook for just $4.95!

Check it out here: http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/prograderecipebook.html

Yours in health,

Shawn

PS – If you’ve been on the lookout for simple and nutritious meals then look no further than http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/prograderecipebook.html

Whole wheat flour vs. Whole grain flour

The average person in America will walk down the bread isle in a grocery store and see that a lot of the breads to choose from say 100% whole wheat bread. They automatically think it must be healthy and grab a loaf or two and continue shopping. STOP!!! I wish I could stop them right there on the spot and explain what 100% whole wheat really means. Here are the steps to get 100% whole wheat bread:

1- Heat the grain so that the germ and the bran remove themselves and only the starch remains. The starch is ground and you are left with white flour which has no nutrition or food value.
2- After going through this refining process the refinery then adds back a fraction of the wheat germ and adds a small amounts of synthetic vitamins, minerals, and a little fiber. This basically gives it some flavor and calories. Most of the time they don’t add back any of the bran (which gives it the darker color). In fact you will sometimes see in the ingredient list molasses, which they use to make a darker loaf. There you have it, 100% whole wheat “not good for you” flour.

Whole grain flour on the other hand uses the whole grain and doesn’t remove anything from it. It contains all of the germ and bran, along with many natural vitamins and minerals. It will have a little different texture and be slightly heavier than its counterfeit we mentioned above. But it will taste wonderful and your body will love it!

Now this next part may raise the eyebrows of some but I will stand by it until I am proven wrong. If you want to feel better and improve your health cut down on the amount of wheat and dairy products that you consume. Now I didn’t say to completely cut them out- just start eating less of them. Remember this is baby steps to your health. And of course you need to replace them with even better grains of which we will talk about shortly.

Now for a little background on this topic. America produces more milk and wheat than most countries. They tell you to drink tons of milk for strong bones and to eat your wheat. We will focus on the wheat here for a while and will get back to the dairy topic later. Wheat is a great grain but it has been abused in this country. It is in everything you eat- breakfast through dinner. From soy sauce, to chili, to crackers, etc. When you get too much of anything for an extended period of time you are bound to have problems. People that are becoming gluten intolerant is skyrocketing in this country. Gluten is the protein that is found in many grains. Most people are only intolerant to the gluten in wheat because it is in everything we eat and our bodies are screaming for a break. Some common symptoms are stomach problems (including digestion), allergies, weight gain, and headaches. Now everyone knows someone with one of the these problems, if not more than one. Not saying that the amount of wheat and dairy we consume is the only cause of these symptoms but they can and very often do. Moderation in all things!

When stacked up to the rest of the grains in this world we have to choose from, wheat lacks in many nutrients compared to others. The #1 grain in world can be argued but I give a slight edge to amaranth. It is a high energy grain and helps promote muscle health. It is packed with essential amino acids and contains a large amount of the lysine which most other grains lack. It contains one of the highest levels of protein and in a quarter cup contains 60% of the daily allowance of iron. Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) I place as a very close second. Quinoa has three times as much calcium and twice as much phosphorus as wheat. It contains all the essential amino acids and is extremely high in protein. I could go on and on but spelt, kamut, millet, and barley are some of my other favorites. If fact, the whole grain flour I use for most everything in my baking contains spelt, kamut, brown rice, and oat groats. The ratio for this flour and many recipes can be found here on my blog. Go by some small amounts of these grains and start adding them to meals you are already making. They give meals different flavors and textures but primarily bring some awesome, needed nutrients into your diet you may not be getting. Have some cooked up in your fridge so that you have no excuse not to add them into a meal. Contact me for ideas and other recipes- I want you to feel better and to like what you eat!

We consume way to much wheat because we have tons of it!!!!!!! Moderation folks!

My partners over at Prograde have made that nice and easy for us

Oh, and they’ve also got a killer drink recipe that will keep you cool this summer.

With permission, here is another awesome update from Team Prograde.

Shawn

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You know you should eat your fruits and veggies. Up to 10 servings of them per day, actually!

But what the heck is in them that makes ‘em so good for us?

Read this one to find out:

http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/eating-enough-fruits-and-vegetables.html

Next, is a tasty new recipe for you that’s perfect for summer. Let us know if you try it.

Protein Packed Pineapple Cooler – http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/pineapple-cooler.html

Last, don’t forget our MASSIVE 15% off the whole Prograde store sale is almost over. Yup, it ends tomorrow night, so be sure to get your order in TODAY.

http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/specials.html

Yours in health,

Jayson Hunter, RD, CSCS

PS – It’s getting late in the week! If you haven’t already, be sure to SAVE 15% on all your favorite Prograde products right now before the sale ends tomorrow.

http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/specials.html

In the previous lesson, I explained what the French do to
stay thin, and how stress reduction is an important part
of their — and any — healthy lifestyle.
We’ve been taught that following the USDA’s Food Pyramid is
another part of living well. But nothing could be further
from the truth.
Today, in my final lesson in this series, I’ll tell you why
the Food Pyramid is ineffective, and even dangerous.

==> The Protector Myth: Why You Shouldn’t Trust The US
Government’s Nutritional Guidelines

You might not agree with certain aspects of our government,
but you probably trust it to deliver accurate nutrition
advice, right?

Not so fast.

Unfortunately, the US Department of Agriculture (the USDA,
government agency responsible for agriculture and food
policy) doesn’t have your best interests — or good health -
– at heart.

Instead, the USDA has created a Food Pyramid that’s meant to
serve this country’s big food companies — not the American
people!

It’s shocking, but true.

Government policy, including the USDA’s Food Pyramid, is
closely tied to the food industry. Follow the Food Pyramid,
and you’re apt to eat unhealthy foods that trigger weight
gain and disease.

Here’s why…

The Food Pyramid puts too much emphasis on refined
carbohydrates that raise blood sugar and animal-based foods
that are high in saturated fats, all of which add up to a
sluggish metabolism…and weight gain!

(Want a healthier Pyramid? Turn it upside down! You’ll get
more healthy fats and whole grains, and less red meat and
sugar. I explain more on page 71 of Ultrametabolism.)

There’s another problem with our government’s nutrition
guidelines.

By catering to the food industry, these guidelines help
promote the toxic sugars and fats that are found in nearly
every processed food out there.

Believe it or not, most Americans eat a diet that literally
fills them with toxins. Add in the toxic chemicals found in
supposedly safe beauty supplies, pesticides, and other
products and you can see how we’re swimming in a sea of
toxins.

But did you know that toxins also make you gain weight?

That brings me to my final Key.

==> Love Your Liver: Cleansing Yourself of Toxic Weight

Toxins are certainly not good for you. In fact, they
contribute to nearly every major health concern.

But toxins can also make you put on the pounds.

Sound crazy?

Well, it actually makes a lot of sense.

We’re overloading our bodies with toxins in the food we eat
and in the products we use every day. It’s your liver’s job
to protect you from these toxins by removing them from your
body.

The problem?

Your liver was designed for a much lighter workload than it
typically gets these days. It can’t filter out all the
toxins, and you end up storing them in your body fat to be
filtered later when your live has time to catch up.

But the problem is, you have a constant supply of new toxins
entering your system, so your body never has a chance to
catch up and the toxins continue to accumulate and damange
your body and metabolism.

It’s a complex process, but, in a nutshell, those excess
toxins slow your metabolism and you gain weight.

If you want to lose weight, and keep from gaining more,
you’ve got to limit your exposure to toxins and start
detoxifying your body.

Ready to detox?

Start breaking a sweat!

When you sweat, you lose mostly water, but you also get rid
of some fat, cholesterol, and toxins. You know that
exercise can make you sweat. But why not try a sauna or
steam bath? Both can make you sweat AND help eliminate
toxins.

Looking for more ways to detox safely? On pages 202 and 203
of UltraMetabolism, you’ll learn about 10 foods, 9
supplements, and 2 herbs that help remove toxins from your
body.

That’s all for this special mini-course.

If you’d like to get your own copy of UltraMetabolism now,
just go to the link below:

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THIS IS NOT A GOOD FOOD PYRAMID!!

About a year ago I posted an article called “The 7 Worst Exercises”. It shocked a few people because the list contained a few beloved exercises like the “Thigh Master 2000” and elliptical trainers, exercises a lot of people thought were great exercises (read the post here and learn which others made the list and why). After posting the article I had numerous people ask me, “Mat, what are the 7 BEST exercises?” Well, here ya go…. 7 Best Exercises

Here is one of the best!

If you’re at all interested in your health then do NOT miss out on this article.

It’s based on science, not guesswork. Yet it’s easy to understand.

Check it out here:     http://supershawninsane.getprograde.com/why-you-need-omega3-fats.html

Yours in health,

Shawn Webb

PS – Prograde is having a BIG sale on their awesome EFA Icon this coming Monday, so be sure to stay tuned for the details! I’ll send them out to you as soon as I get them.

These krill have some of the most potent omega 3 oil. This is definitely one thing you should copy whales in and get a good amount of krill oil a day.

Previously, I told you how starving yourself and exercising
excessively can actually do more harm than good.

Have you ever tried counting calories only to give up in
frustration because the process was too confusing?

Today, I’ll explain why you shouldn’t bother to count
calories.

Instead of restricting calories, focus on burning more
calories automatically by increasing your resting metabolic
rate. You’ll find out how to do that in just a second.

==> The Calorie Myth

If you’ve ever been on a diet, you’ve probably been told
that you need to count calories to lose weight.

There’s just one problem: calorie counting doesn’t work.

Accurately estimating the number of calories that you take
in each day is virtually impossible, not to mention
incredibly tedious and time consuming.

The good news? You don’t need to do it!

The truth is, if you’re eating the right foods, the right
way, there’s absolutely no need to count calories. Your
body knows how much food you need for optimum health.

You see, not all calories are created equal.

Let’s take a 300-calorie doughnut — actually, let’s not!

That doughnut might taste good, but it will just give you a
quick sugar rush followed by an energy crash, leaving you
hungrier, sooner.

Now let’s look at a vegetable omelet with the same number of
calories. It’s delicious and leaves you pleasantly full,
with a steady level of energy for hours.

To that end, here is your UltraMetabolism tip of the day:

Eat these foods — and many others listed on page 279 — and
your body will naturally program itself to lose weight:

– Beans
– Whole grains
– Fresh (raw) fruits
– Vegetables
– Eggs
– Nuts
– Seeds
– Fish

Here’s why:

All of the foods that I just listed have one thing in
common: they either contain little sugar, a lot of fiber, or
both (not to mention they are jam-packed with healthy
nutrients). That means that they won’t raise your blood
sugar quickly. Instead, your body metabolizes, or burns,
them very slowly.

Your blood sugar helps control your appetite. Raise it
quickly — by eating that doughnut, for instance — and
you’ll be starving in no time, ready for another doughnut.
But raise your blood sugar slowly — with fish, eggs,
vegetables, or other healthy foods — and you’ll stay full
for hours.

What’s the lesson here?

Different kinds of calories have very different effects on
the way your body metabolizes food and on how much weight
you gain.

Here’s the solution: Don’t worry about counting calories.

Instead, you should concentrate on choosing healthy foods -
foods that are packed with healthy nutrients and fiber.
Eating real, whole foods that fill you up means you’ll
naturally take in fewer calories.

But that’s not whole story. Even with this lighter calorie
load, if you don’t do something to burn the calories you’re
eating, you’ll still have trouble losing weight.

Wait a minute! In our last lesson, I warned you about the
perils of too much exercise.

That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get any exercise at all.
Exercise is essential to keep your body healthy, especially
your bones and heart.

But exercise a lot and eat less, and you end up starving
yourself, which triggers you to end up overeating in the
end.

What’s a happy medium? At least 30 minutes of exercise, 3
times a week.

And there’s an even better way to burn more calories with
less exercise.

Here’s the shortcut: increase your resting metabolic rate.

That means you’ll be able to increase the number of calories
you burn ALL DAY LONG, even when you’re not exercising.

And that brings me to my next UltraMetabolism key:

==> Turn Calories Into Energy: Increasing Your Metabolic
Power

Think exercise is your only way to burn calories? Most
people do. If a little exercise is good for weight loss, a
lot of exercise must be better, right?

Not necessarily.

True, working out harder helps you burn more calories while
you are exercising. But you don’t just burn calories when
you’re at the gym. In fact reading, cooking, watching
television, and even sleeping burns calories!

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could increase the number of
calories that you burn then, too?

Well, you can.

As I said earlier, you can do this by increasing your
resting metabolic rate.

This simple means how much in the way of calories you burn
by just sitting around, not actively doing anything.

We’ve got thousands of little energy factories in our bodies
called mitochondria. If you can make your body make more of
those, and make the ones you have more efficient, you’ll
become a calorie burning powerhouse yourself.

How do you do that?

Well, remember the “wind sprints” your high school gym
teacher used to make you do? You might have dreaded them,
but they’re actually an easy, effective way to burn more
calories.

It’s called interval training — short bursts of very
intense exercise followed by longer periods of lighter
exercise. On page 169, you’ll find specific, easy-to-do
interval training programs for both beginners and more
advanced exercisers.

Believe it or not, this simple technique alone can increase
your fat-burning capacity-even while you are sitting on the
couch!

Do it regularly and you could lose weight up to 9 times
faster than you would with regular exercise.

The concept is simple: exercise smarter, not harder.

That’s it for now.

To your good health,

Mark Hyman, M.D.

PS – Tomorrow I’ll tell you why you should actually eat more
fat, but only the right kind…

If you can’t wait until then and want to grab your own copy of
UltraMetabolism, simply click on the link below right now:

==> http://www.ultrametabolism.com/email3