The TWO Things you need to Know Before Joining ANY Health Program!

Do you ever feel totally overwhelmed with all of the health information and advice out there? I know I sure do!! Every time a new fad comes out I am in a position to look at it objectively, and ask myself a few questions that will also come in handy for yourself when trying to decide if the next health trend is really for you or not.

1. Is there any actual scientific evidence it works? 
2. Will this fit within a long-term lifestyle?

 
Lets look at these two things more closely........
 
Is there scientific evidence this works? This question will help you rule out the testimonial based marketing that so many companies and programs use.  “Just Look at Sally’s results, in just 4 weeks!!”  Well my question to that is, why did it work for Sally? What EXACTLY did Sally follow? How did this work in Sally’s Body?  Is there is actual human research on it? (trust me you don't need to be a research geek to ask these qualifying questions!)
 
If what you are considering is backed by some real human evidence, and there is something clinically to support it, or even statistical evidence to support it, then GO for it!! If they can prove it works outside of a bunch of testimonies, then you know you are looking at something legitimate.
(Let me give you an example of statistical proof: We know statistically that people who follow a plant based, whole food diet, have much lower risks for some diseases including certain types of cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The China Study written by T. Colin Campbell and Thomas M. Campbell, is a statistical study on the role of plant based nutrition backed by actual science!!) 
 
Second will this fit your lifestyle long-term? Let me tell you something, heart to heart, as a Nutritionist there is NOTHING and I mean NOTHING that drives me more insane than “Quick Fix Programs”, that offer zero long term stability in results! Restrictions are temporary, and perpetual weight gains and losses is problematic over time, as the muscle loss which is associated with restrictive diets is damaging to your metabolism, and your muscles are what burn calories when you are at rest!  More muscles, more calories you burn! Feed your muscles and throw in some daily exercise, and you will have incredible and lasting results!
 
Now I often get asked “Alisa if we shouldn't do restrictive programs, why do you run short 10-21 Day programs?” and my answer to that, is these are not restrictive programs. These 10-21 Day Jump Starts help my clients focus on eliminating unhealthy habits, like processed foods, and eating late at night.  They are never calorie or carbohydrate restrictive, but instead focus on incorporating healthy lifestyle habits you can live with long after the initial timeline has been met.  
 
Bottom line if you want long-term results, you need to create a long-term lifestyle.  Sometimes the best changes are the small ones you learn to live with daily.  For example eating oatmeal for Breakfast on the weekdays helps stabilize blood sugar during the workweek and curve cravings due to blood sugar instability.  Also drinking a plant-based smoothie every day increases your daily nutrition intake, feeds healthy gut bacteria and helps keep your body feeling nourished for hours!!  I personally use Complete at my house, since is a Vegan, Gluten Free and Non GMO Shake mix that is safe for my entire family!
 
If you want Great Results you can keep, you want to follow protocols that are PROVEN to work, and incorporate strategies you can live with. 
 
Now don't forget I have an Educational Workshop Happening at the end of this month!! July 31st, 6pm EST
I am running a FREE Online Workshop on how to create your own health program!!!
You will learn:

• How to set goals you will achieve
• How to menu plan for the week
• What diet myths you MUST avoid
• What foundational supplements you should take

I will also be offering live question and answer period too!!
Now you need to Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-create-your-own-health-program-tickets-48065136116
 
Once you are Registered you will get a email later this week to join my mailing list.  The Access Codes are ONLY going out through my mailing list so be sure to Register and CONFIRM your subscription for access to this free online workshop!

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I want to help Families eat healthy and live healthy. I know the challenges of a busy lifestyle and I know that our health as a whole suffers when we don't find the time to create realistic soltuions. I am the Nutritionist for REAL Families.  Thank you for Reading and sharing my articles!! Be Sure to follow me on Facebook!
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