How Is Garcinia Cambogia Extract Made?

Like many natural products, Garcinia Cambogia Extract comes from a plant, in this case, the rind of the fruit of a tropical tree. There is research happening now to try and determine how/why the extract seems to help some people with weight loss by possibly helping with preventing the storage of fat and controlling the appetite.

People who have used the supplement say that it helps them eat less and still feel full. Most people use the product only for short periods of up to 12 weeks. It is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women because long-term side effects aren't currently known. In general, side effects reported have been mild, such as nausea or headache.

The best way to incorporate any natural supplement for weight loss is by talking with your doctor and using it as part of a larger lifestyle change which focuses on healthy foods, drinking lots of water, and exercising regularly.

Dr. Oz and Garcinia Cambogia

Sometimes I think that every time I click onto Facebook, there's an ad or a link to an article about Dr. Oz Garcinia Cambogia. Garcinia Cambogia seems to be the weight loss product of the moment, and Dr. Oz is the source that many people turn to for ideas on different supplements to try.

I can't say whether or not the product works, but at least it's a natural product! And the literature about it emphasizes that it's meant to work in conjunction with living a healthy lifestyle of moderate eating and moderate exercise, which makes sense to me. This post has more information about what Garcinia Cambogia is.

Honestly I think it's one of those supplements that we're a bit "late" on learning about in the west, as it is a tropical fruit which grows in parts of southern Asia, where people have eaten it for centuries. Now we're catching up, and with the surge of information going around and the interest in Garcinia Cambogia, there are research studies happening, so no doubt we'll have more information about it soon.

How Alcohol Affects Weight Loss Efforts

When trying to lose weight, it can feel like you have to give up so much that you may find yourself asking, "Do I have to give up drinking alcohol, too?". Well, the short answer is no, you don't have to. But the long answer is that you'll be better off in your weight loss efforts if you cut out the empty calories of beer, wine, and hard liquor.

If you are taking supplements to aid in your weight loss, you have extra reason to think about avoiding alcohol. There are different considerations for different supplements, of course. Since garcinia cambogia has become a popular weight loss product lately, a lot of people wonder, "Can I drink alcohol while taking garcinia cambogia?".

The answer, as the information on site linked above indicates, is yes and no. You can probably drink a little bit here and there without it having a major impact on your weight loss. But you need to be careful not to drink at the same time that you take the garcinia cambogia itself as drinking can have a negative impact on its effectiveness and can result in some side effects like an upset stomach.

See also this previous post about garcinia cambogia for more information about what it is.

Introducing TheDrOzGarciniaCambogia.org

It's hard to keep up with weight loss products, especially natural supplements. A lot of these appear on Dr. Mehmet Oz's TV show. The latest popular products are Dr. Oz Garcinia Cambogia Supplements.

Garcinia Cambogia is a small fruit which grows on a tamarind tree, in tropical parts of the world, mostly in parts of Asia, where it is used in some traditional dishes such as curries. Rather than eat the whole fruit, you can purchase it in concentrated extract form, made from the rind of the fruit. It has become popular as a tool for weight loss and also for other benefits including reducing LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, and increasing serotonin levels.

The supplement has an interesting history as part of Ayurvedic medicine and is still being studied for its role in weight loss. In the meantime, it is recommended that if you want to try it to help with your own weight loss program, you check with your doctor, do not exceed the recommended dose, and use it in combination with healthy eating and regular exercise.

An Introduction to TheSevenFigureLife Blog by Azad

Level One Network is a blogging and marketing system that is becoming known for its search engine results. Because individual blogs are hosted on the larger Level One website, individual bloggers get more of a boost from Google. People on the network are free to post about the content of their choosing, so you'll find content that covers a wide variety of topics.

I recently received a link to a blog called TheSevenFigureLife where the author, Azad, has a particular interest in workouts and supplements. In a recent post, Azad gives special emphasis to preworkout supplements from well-known trainer Mike Chang.

Called "Afterburn Fuel," the product is meant to give added intensity to workouts, specifically if you are doing strength training and weight lifting. Azad likes the product because it isn't overly caffeinated, so he works out with a feeling of greater intensity but not with "jittery" feelings that can come from some supplements.

Thanks to Azad for sending me the link to his site, and good luck to him with his future posts on Level One.

Phen375 Reviews Blog

Weight loss is one of those ongoing mysteries in life. I don't think I'll ever understand why some people find it much easier to lose weight than others. Personally, I've come to realize that for myself, losing weight and maintaining weight loss involves walking, walking, and more walking, and maybe some stationary bike riding thrown in. However, I realize that not everyone works from home most of the time and has the luxury of taking multiple walks per day.

All that to say, someone recently sent me a link to the Phen375 Reviews website, which has a blog format where people can read and comment on posts about Phentemine 375. When I first saw the name, I thought about Fen-Phen, but this is something totally different. "Phentemine" sounds very similar to "Phentermine," yet these are two totally different products. Unlike Phentermine, Phentemine is an over the counter product. And if you look at the ingredients of Phen375, it contains recognizable things like calcium, capsaisin (an active component of chili peppers), and several enzymes.

If you are exploring non-prescription supplements for weight loss, the Phen375 Reviews blog is a forum where you can read information about the product and interact with others who have tried it as well as people who make and distribute it. Check it out, and decide for yourself if this might be a worthwhile product for you. :)

Meet Richie Mishal, Bodybuilder and Nutritionist

Richie Mishal has 22 years of experience in bodybuilding, fitness, and nutrition. He invites readers to check out his blog as a source of reliable fitness information provided by one of the world's best nutritionists, as well as the website for his company, which offers supplements for bodybuilding regimens.

1. When did you personally start training as a bodybuilder, and what inspired you to start?

I started training as a bodybuilder at the age of 20 after I changed my sport from soccer to bodybuilding. But at age 13, I had already developed an interest in bodybuilding and had begun researching it. What inspired me to start training is what inspires a lot of people: I was reading fitness magazines and saw how these guys looked good and decided I wanted to look even better than them, so I started to work out.

2. How do you stay motivated to maintain your fitness, nutrition, and bodybuilding goals?

I love to be fit and healthy. Also, I have a passion for bodybuilding and that keeps me motivated at all times.

3. What do you consider to be the role of supplements in a bodybuilding regimen?

Sport supplements are critical to a bodybuilder, and without them you will never achieve your ultimate goals. It's like if you want to build a house: if you don't have the materials to build it, that house will never exist. In bodybuilding, it's the same. For example, if you don't have protein to feed your body, you'll never build big muscles. Supplements help provide the raw materials to build toward your fitness ideal.

4. What is the key difference between whey protein and other proteins, such as soy?

Probably the most important factor that puts whey protein miles ahead of other forms of protein is digestion rate. It breaks down very rapidly. In fewer than 30 minutes, it can fast-track a good portion of its aminos to your muscles, and that quick delivery to muscles and muscle cells has been shown to be vital when it comes to pushing growth.

5. How can a consumer tell when a supplement is a quality product?

To continue with whey protein as an example: on its own, whey protein powder is far more effective than any other protein on the market. But the effeciency of individual products containing whey protein varies widely, mostly due to the other ingredients mixed into the final blend.

When you buy a protein powder, your intention is to buy protein and not carbs or fat, because they're easy to get in your diet. So when you're laying your hard-earned money for a jug of protein, I suggest you skip the blends with high amounts of carbs and fat. A quick glance at the supplement facts panel will show you how much of each are in the product, and that's the case with all other supplements as well. Doing your research and reading labels will help you recognize quality--and help you know what to avoid.

Thanks, Richie!