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First For Women Magazine: Kitchen Cures
Kitchen Cures for Younger Skin
There's no need to spend on pricey products--you can find the ingredients to gorgeous right in your pantry and fridge!
Hydrate dry patches with sage! Nix wrinkles and acne with nutmeg! Fade age spots with parsley! To learn all about these beauty hacks straight from the kitchen, read the article above.Eat & Exercise Your Way to Better Breasts
Eat and Exercise Your Way to Better Breasts
Your diet and workout routine can impact the way your breasts look. While you won't get results that rival surgery, doing the right things can help make a difference.
The Two-Second Fix
The easiest and fastest way to get your breasts to look better is to stand up straight. When you slouch, everything, including your breasts, falls forward and makes your breasts lose their shape. But, when you roll your shoulders back and stand up tall, your posture instantly improves and your breasts stick out further from your rib cage, making them look perkier and more lifted.
In The Kitchen
The best way to get more out of your food choices so that they benefit your breasts is to pick those that are good for you with high levels of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Load up on green leafy vegetables.
Green vegetables are rich in fiber, which makes breast tissue healthier. "They also contain antioxidants to fight free radicals which can cause cancer." says Heather Wilson, holistic nutritionist for East West Essentials.
Cut out caffeine.
It's believed that caffeine can cause breast tissue to become lumpy and feel almost rope-like. Wilson adds that caffeine can also be dehydrating, which can lead to dry, crepey like skin on your breasts.
Go organic.
Organic foods are void of harmful toxins and pesticides, which is said to limit the risk of breast cancer. "There is a 30 percent increase in antioxidant intake when you eat organic - you also get more vitamins and nutrients." says Wilson.
Cook with fennel.
Wilson says that fennel is considered mildly estrogenic, which means it can enhance your natural hormone production for a better hormonal balance. "A balanced estrogenic effect on your breasts allows them to be fuller and firmer."
Add in fat.
Omega fatty acids found in salmon, nuts, avocados, and seeds (not processed or saturated fat) - can help keep the skin on breasts healthy and elastic. "They give your breasts the ability to bounce back from pregnancy better too." says Wilson
Include plenty of superfoods.
Celebrity nutritionist and fitness expert Kathy Klaphan says raspberries and other types of berries are rich in antioxidants that can help protect the skin on your chest by minimizing cell damage that can lead to disease.
E! News: 7 Foods for 7 Days
Why is it healthier to eat turkey instead of chicken, what about halibut instead of salmon and pink grapefruit instead of white? Check out the diet that is generating results in just one week. East West Essentials new program 7 Foods For 7 Days! Check out behind the scene on E! News with Haylie Pomroy and East West Essentials.
Harper's Bazaar Adaptogens
NEW ANTI-AGING STRESS RELIEVERS
Do you need to take adaptogens? Liz Krieger investigates.
HOW DO YOU FEEL? Perhaps you’re a bit tired, slightly stressed, even a bit haggard. Well, you’re in good company. Our faster, more connected world is taking its toll, and suddenly everyone from your holistic doctor to your personal trainer is talking about how adrenal exhaustion may be the reason you’re run-down—and touting new herbal supplements known as adaptogens as a miracle treatment. The adrenal glands, which sit atop the kidneys, produce a number of key hormones—including estrogen, cortisol, adrenaline, and aldosterone—that help the body deal with stress, regulate metabolism, and control blood pressure. So while the medical community is in agreement on how critical the adrenals are to overall health, the idea that the glands can become overworked to the point of exhaustion because of day-to-day stress is a matter of serious debate among mainstream physicians. It’s mainly the practitioners of Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine (and medical doctors with a foot in both worlds) who have investigated herbs as a treatment. Chronic stress, along with poor eating habits, dehydration, not enough sleep, and even overtaxing fitness routines, can cause your adrenal glands to fail to work efficiently, says Susan Blum, a functional medicine physician and founder of the Blum Center for Health in Rye Brook, New York. “For a long time your adrenals will keep up, pumping out hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that help the body cope with stress,” she explains. “But over time—and this period can vary from person to person—they become depleted,” meaning they can’t keep up with the body’s demand for hormones. Certain adaptogenic herbs, like ginseng and rhodiola, when combined with a healthy diet, lifestyle, and exercise regimen, can change everything for those looking for help, says Frank Lipman, an integrative and functional medicine doctor in New York (Gwenyth Paltrow and Donna Karan are fans).
To evaluate adrenal functioning, Blum often uses saliva testing, which measures how much cortisol, a.k.a. the stress hormone, is coursing through your body at four critical times during a 24-hour period. When your body is out of whack, she notes, cortisol levels can become chronically low during the day, then spike at night, disturbing much needed sleep. “Your adrenal glands are a sum of how you’re taking care of yourself,” says Lipman. “Burn the candle at both ends, and this is where it can show up.” Robert Vigersky, a Maryland endocrinologist and former president of the Endocrine Society, has a different opinion. “There is no evidence that your adrenals conk out because of stress,” he says. As for the saliva tests, alone they have very little diagnostic value, says endocrinologist and stress researcher George Chrousos of Greece’s University of Athens Medical School, who believes that attributing symptoms only to adrenal issues may mean missing out on underlying conditions, such as depression or sleep apnea. When people speak about adrenal exhaustion, it’s just another way of saying “brain exhaustion,” says Chrousos. Doctor debates aside, patients have seen benefits. Andrea Burke, 39, of Los Angeles, went to several doctors to pinpoint the cause of her weight gain, fatigue, sleep problems, and noticeably dull skin, but they all came up empty—or prescribed medications that just masked her symptoms. Burke also tried acupuncture and cupping but to no avail. She finally turned to an East West Essentials clinic, which counts celebrities like Jennifer Lopez as clients, and was told that her adrenals had been depleted.
A key part of her treatment: a few teaspoons of powdered adaptogenic herbs, mixed with water, twice a day. The formula, Optimal Repair Blend ($86), promises to help the adrenals better adapt and regain strength. Followers of Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine have long relied on these herbs (including ginseng, ashwagandha, licorice, holy basil, rhodiola, and schizandra berry) to help the body handle stress, says Heather Wilson, a holistic nutritionist and a cofounder of East West Essentials. Within a month of starting the herbal regimen, Burke says, she felt an immense change. “My skin was the first thing; it was glowing,” she says. Adds Lipman, who has his own line of adaptogens capsules called Be Well ($40), “We don’t really understand how these herbs work, but clinically we see how effective they are.” And believers are resolute. “Many doctors just don’t know about this stuff,” says Burke. “I’m trying to think outside the box. And it changed my life.”
What Nutritionists Really Eat
What Nutritionists Really Eat
HAYLIE POMROY of East West Essentials
Location: Los Angeles and Fort Collins, CO
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 128 to 132 pounds
Clients: Confidential, but range from Grammy and Oscar winners to Super Bowl champs and Olympic athletes.
The tab: $125 to $285 for in-office visit. $2,000 to $5,000 per day on location.
Fitness regimen: Rides horses three days per week, which "really helps work my core, glutes, and thighs — all my trouble areas!" Interval running on a treadmill two times per week.
Indulgences: Ice cream, organic whipped cream, and French toast.
M.O.: "I cleanse at least twice a year with the Optimal Cleanse by East West Essentials and have 10 days of food prepared for me via a program I work with called Paleta. This is my way of taking care of myself and releasing toxins. I view food as my number one form of medicine. For example, if I wake up and feel like I'm getting a cold, I'll avoid dairy and focus on high vitamin-C-rich foods, like spinach and strawberries."
Core advice: "With a lot of my female clients, I focus on foods that will help establish the body's hormone balance. Balancing blood sugar throughout the day can make a huge impact on mood, energy, and even sleep. Midsection or sudden weight gain is a sign of something being out of balance. Also, if it says fat-free, sugar-free, or nonfat, don't buy it. These will crash out your metabolism."
BREAKFAST
Oatmeal, 8 oz, with rice milk, 4 fl oz, a handful of raw pecans, about 1 oz, and berries, 4 oz, with Stevia and cinnamon sprinkled on top — 483 calories
SNACK
Apple with 2 tbsp of raw almond butter — 224 calories
LUNCH
Trader Joe's brown-rice tortilla, hummus, 2 oz, arugula, 8 oz, ground turkey, 4 oz, and avocado, 4 oz — 746 calories
SNACK
Fage 2 percent Greek yogurt, 7 oz, with 2 tbsp flaxseed, 2 tbsp wheat germ, Stevia, and cinnamon — 304 calories
DINNER
Grilled halibut, cubed, 6 oz, with pineapple, 4 oz — 350 calories, Vegetable stir-fry (red and orange bell peppers, red onion, and asparagus), 6 to 8 oz, mixed with brown rice, 4 oz, with 1 tbsp Bragg amino acids and 1 tsp butter — 289 calories
TOTAL DAILY CALORIES: 2,396
Read more of this article here!
The Story of East West Essentials
The Story of East West Essentials
How did it all start? Esther Rogers finds out.
Walk into any GNC, and the sheer number of different dietary supplements will overwhelm you. Some are run-of-the-mill vitamins, while others promise weight loss, better memory, or an improvement to the old digestive system. But how much do we know about the ingredients? And how can we make the most efficient use of these supplements if no one is there to guide us? It is exactly these concerns that Dr. Jeanne Wilson’s East West Essentials addresses. And the results? The best dietary supplements and one-on-one guidance available.
I had the pleasure of visiting the East West Essentials office in Beverly Hills and interviewing Dr. Wilson to find out more about what makes her programs so unique. Dr. Wilson–who runs the family company with her daughters–has a doctorate in Chinese medicine, and specializes in everything from acupuncture to nutrition. She first set up shop about eight years ago, specializing in fertility; she keeps a board in her office hallway with pictures of all the babies she helped create. The entire office is warm and inviting, complemented by Chinese accents, perfectly channeling Dr. Wilson’s own natural warmth. It is clear from the beginning that she is not only an extremely intelligent and knowledgeable person, but also very empathic. But how did East West Essentials move into supplement programs, beloved by celebrities including Jennifer Lopez?
“We started out with fertility issues,” Dr. Wilson explains. “That’s using prenatals and different programs to help increase or enhance fertility for men and women. Then we went into the cleanse programs. One of the issues with fertility can be weight. If a woman loses 10 lbs, her fertility mark moves up. That was something we worked with. It had to be healthy and organic as much as possible, since these women were getting pregnant. It moved on from there to the more general population.” It was this need for healthy ingredients that ensures the quality of the supplements today. “We use high quality products, and those have to be picked very carefully,” says Dr. Wilson. “The beauty of our company is that we have that clinical experience, and we use it everyday and see what works and what doesn’t work. Even with the herbals, we are in an area where people are educated and they want the best, and we give them that. When I look at a program or product, I want to make sure it’s not only doing its function, but it has some nutritional value as well, supporting the body.”
Dr. Wilson's programs include the 10 Day Optimal Cleanse, 5 Day Optimal Fat Flush, and Optimal Qi. The supplements come with a dietary guide to get the most benefits from the programs. I took the opportunity to tap into the knowledge at hand, and asked Dr. Wilson which foods to avoid.
“One of the big ones is ‘fat free.’ Anything that says fat free is not a good idea, especially for women. They need the good fat for hormone balance, and children and teens too.” And foods to get more of? “Fatty acids are underestimated, because of the word fat. There is definitely good fat, and we need that in our diet. And we need an understanding of the difference between the good and the bad. Same with salt, as we need some amount of iodine. There are certain things that have become faddish, and we have to be careful with them.”
I also tell Dr. Wilson about the “food baby” I’ve been harboring for the past few months. She suggests it might be a weak digestive system, and I should consider taking papaya enzymes after my meals. I pick up a chewable supplement from Trader Joe’s for $3.99 that evening, and notice a difference after only a couple of days. Of course, a program at East West Essentials. would be an even better way to set my digestive tract straight, and Dr. Wilson keeps expanding the available options; her newest addition is the Optimal Teen program. It’s geared towards the specific needs of teenagers, and takes into account how to manage their erratic food cravings and very particular nutritional needs. It includes delicious recipes for shakes (including cacao banana and strawberry), which make for great on-the-go breakfasts.
I wonder if Dr. Wilson struggled with her daughters when they were growing up. “Oh of course!” she answers. “One was addicted to chewing gum, and one had some allergy issues. We visited a naturopathic doctor and he put us all on a diet. Now they’re mothers, so that’s one of the reasons this teen program came up.” But it’s important to note that the company also caters to men, with programs designed specifically for weight loss and general nutrition.
Since she has already expanded to so many different demographics, I ask Dr. Wilson what her long-term vision is for her brand. “I see the company being really cutting-edge, taking the supplement business away from a GNC-type of environment, where you go in and buy this item and that item, and there’s little consultation going on. But I see East West Essentials as a place of information, a place of understanding, and a place where the founders and creators really thought out what they’re putting out there and why.”
Beyond that, Dr. Wilson also plans to expand internationally. But ultimately, it’s all in the name of helping others. “My passion is to work with people and touch people, and that in turn touches me.”
Celebrity Nutritionists Reveal What to Eat Now
Celebrity Nutritionists Reveal What To Eat Now
When it comes to eating healthy, there’s always something new—that of-the-moment food to be loading up on. Since the food du jour literally changes by the day, we asked the experts what they are stockpiling their grocery carts with and telling their celebrity clients to chow down on.
Fermented Foods
Fermented foods are all the rage at the moment. Celebrity holistic nutritionist from East West Essentials, Heather Wilson, says that fermented veggies like kimchi and sauerkraut do wonders to feed the body’s good gut flora. “Not only are they ultrahealthy, but they are also a tasty snack that wakes up the taste buds,” she says.
Citrus Zest
Another must-have on the list is the zest from a citrus peel. “The rind is more nutrient dense than the flesh, containing key antioxidants, anti-inflammatory nutrients, vitamin C and potassium,” says celebrity nutritionist Paula Simpson. Adding zest is easy, too—no cooking required. Just peel the fruit and grate it to add it to anything from smoothies and yogurts to salad dressings and lean protein.
Add in Spices
Paprika is considered an of-the-moment diet food for the mere fact that it’s a stellar source of antioxidants like vitamins C and E, plus carotenoids. “Paprika in particular also contains zeaxanthin, which is of particular interest for skin health. It is readily absorbed into skin tissue where it works primarily as an antioxidant,” says Simpson.
Cashew Cheese and Nutritional Yeast
When cheese cravings hit, fight them with cashew cheese, which is a healthier alternative to cheese. “It’s a healthy fat source than can stabilize the natural hormone regulatory system so that the body can release stored fat,” says Wilson. Try it on rice crackers or as a spread or dip. Another cheese substitute that’s gaining popularity is nutritional yeast. “It’s packed with B vitamins, folic acid and minerals. You can sprinkle it on homemade popcorn or pasta for that cheese flavored taste.”
The Ultimate Carb Swap
Even if you crave carbs, there are healthier choices that you can look into that will satisfy you. Deborah Orlick Levy, MS, RD, Carrington Farms Health & Nutrition consultant says spaghetti squash is a good substitute and is the ultimate no-carb noodle. “Celebs use spaghetti squash to slim down traditional spaghetti and meatballs, without sacrificing on flavor. This trendy veggie is a good source of nutrients, fiber and vitamins A and C, and one cup of cooked spaghetti squash has about 40 calories,” she says.
The Charcoal Juice Phenomenon
The Charcoal Juice Phenomenon
What's in Those Little Black Bottles? Mackenzie Wagoner investigates.
Since bursting onto the mainstream scene nearly a decade ago, cold-pressed juices have come to encompass the full color spectrum, from deep earthy greens to vibrant reds and oranges—but lately, we’ve found ourselves wondering about the rows of little black bottles turning up at our favorite liquid-fix destinations. Arriving from companies like Juice Served Here, Juice Generation, and LuliTonix, a closer inspection of their labels reveals a new class of alkalizing brew that’s made from green juice or lemonade—and spiked with a flavorless form of food-grade carbon known as activated charcoal. Served in combination with ingredients like lemon zest, spinach, or hemp seeds, these murky tonics are marketed as everything from a hangover cure to a powerful skin-brightening, energy boosting elixir.
If the idea of using charcoal as a cure-all beauty remedy sounds vaguely familiar, that’s because it’s been added into topical face masks, cleansers, and creams as a method of drawing dirt out of the pores and purifying the complexion for decades. Now, the food and wellness industry is attempting to apply its benefits to your digestive tract. It’s a line of reasoning that may have roots in the medical community, where activated charcoal has been largely used as a remedy for the ingestion of poisons. “It has a great capacity for absorption,” explains Donald Hensrud, MD, MPH, of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, of the ingredient’s ability to decrease the effects of a drug or toxin. Which may explain why health companies are attempting to maximize activated charcoal’s detoxifying benefits by taking it to the wellness community. Case in point: LuliTonix founder Lianna Sugarman relies on the ingredient’s purported vacuum-like internal abilities when flying. “I always bring activated charcoal with me when I travel to battle jet lag and to cope with unfamiliar foods,” she says.
According to the Los Angeles–based holistic nutritionist Heather Wilson, a small dose of the ingredient could potentially help expedite the process of coping with gut irritants. “If you accidentally consume something that you’re sensitive to, like gluten or dairy, having activated charcoal right away may help absorb those things before the body does,” says Wilson, who suggests drinking it or taking it in pill form within an hour of eating the offending ingredient in question. However, she’s quick to stress that the jury is still out on its broader-reaching effects. “Think of activated charcoal like a sponge. It doesn’t know the difference between nutrients or toxins,” says Wilson, who suggests consulting your doctor before introducing it to your diet. “If you take medication, supplements, or a pain reliever, the charcoal could absorb that, too.” Hensrud remains somewhat more skeptical of activated charcoal’s dietary benefits. “I can see the rationale, but the body has its own very efficient detoxification processes. The liver and the kidney do a lot of that. I haven’t seen any studies to prove how beneficial activated charcoal is at detoxifying.”
Rather than using the new juices as a substitute to a daily breakfast or snack, suggests Wilson, consider trying it at the end of a cleanse, to give an extra one-off detoxifying boost to your results, instead. And while the relatively low concentrations of the ingredient found in many of the blends—there are around two teaspoons in Juice Generation’s 16-ounce container—allow for safe consumption, if you’re going to add it to your dietary regimen, do so in moderation. Wilson's recommended prescription? “Once a week—or twice at most.”
Weather.com
How Air Pollution Ages You
"Toxins pollute and clog up our skin and can be the major cause of acne, puffiness, lack of circulation (creating dull, dry skin) and other skin disorders," Heather Wilson, a holistic nutritionist for the skin and beauty brand East West Essentials, told weather.com.
Dr. Draelos explained that pollution-related skin damage accumulates on your skin that way other factors do, such as sun damage, indoor tanning or smoking. There is one specific skin factor you can blame pollution for, however: discolored spots. "There is some good evidence to show that exposure to pollution causes more age spots," she said. "Those pollution particles that sit on the surface [of the skin] increase the amount of melanin," or skin pigmentation, leading to dark sports.
First for Women Magazine
Reese's simple secret to slim
Busy actress and mom Reese Witherspoon has found an easy way to melt pounds fast: She's said to rely on East West Essentials Optimal Fatty Acid Blend ($48 for a 42-day supply, at EastWestEssentials.com). The supplement's blend of omega-3, 6 and 9 fatty acids revs metabolism and soothes fat-packing inflammation.
New You Magazine
NEW YOU HEALTH TIP: A CONCEPT KNOWN AS INTUITIVE EATING IS ALL YOU NEED TO CRAFT AN ENDURING HEALTHY MEAL PLAN.
Intuitive eating is an approach that supports a healthy relationship between your diet, mind and body. It is about trusting yourself and eating when your body sends you initial hunger signals rather than waiting until you are starving and can’t think clearly (thereby making poor food choices). “Healthy nutrition foods will become more appealing when you don’t think of it as your ‘last meal,’” says Wilson. Below are tips from the expert herself:
According to Heather Wilson, Holistic Nutritionist and co-founder of East West Essentials (eastwestessentials.com), New You readers can easily learn how to be an expert at Intuitive Eating.
Listen to your body and it will tell you how certain foods make you feel.
Use intuitive eating to free yourself of the “yo-yo” weight fluctuations.
Honor those hunger signals and eat when you are hungry.
Strive to get rid of the guilt when you eat something fattening.
Take a moment in the middle of eating to assess your hunger level.
Don’t deprive yourself of food—this can lead to intense cravings and bingeing.
Life & Style Magazine
Hollywood’s Holiday Party Survival Guide
Even trim, tones Jennifer Lopez, 44, admits it’s easy to overindulge this time of year. So with access to top nutritionists and trainers, J. Lo and her fellow A-listers use an arsenal of stay-slim strategies to avoid piling on pounds during party season. Here are some of their secrets.
1. Don’t Fast Before a Bash
“Not eating slows metabolism, increases stress hormones and disrupts your digestions.” Says heather Wilson of East West Essentials, a wellness company whose products J. Lo uses.
2. BYO Food
When attending a party in someone’s home, take along a healthy dish. “The hose will love it and you’ll have something to fill up on,” notes Wilson
3. Hydrate
“Strive for nine cups of water a day,” urges Kim Kardashian, who shed 50 pounds of baby weight. “You’d be surprised at the difference!”
4. Sip Smart
J. Lo isn’t a big drinker, but if you like to imbibe at parties, “organic wine is the best,” says Wilson. “Top-shelf alcohol is also good. It has fewer chemicals so it’s easier for the body to process.”
5. Just Say No
Tell a food-pushing hostess a little white lie, celebrity nutritionist Jackie Keller advises Life & Style. Such as? “I’m so glad I could make it but I’m still recovering from a stomach bug.” Works every time!
6. Take Enzymes
Banish bloat with papaya enzyme tablets available at the drugstore.
7. Avoid Gluten
It’s often genetically modified, which slows down metabolism says Wilson.
8. Move On
If you overdo it at an event, don’t starve yourself the next day suggests Skinnygirl’s Bethenny Frankel: “Eat light and focus on vegetables and whole grains to feel better.”
Have an Affair to Remember, Not Regret
Breakfast
Smoothie made from East West Essentials Optimal Protein Poweder, 1/2 cup rice milk, 1/2 cup frozen fruit, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt.
J.Lo's protein smoothies "kick-start metabolism," says nutrion expert Heather Wilson.
-Steel-cut oatmeal (1/2 cup) with 1/2 cup rice milk, 1/2 sliced peach and walnuts.
-Brown rice tortilla, two egg whites and three strips of turkey and three strips of turkey bacon with salsa.
Lunch
Chicken and Asian pear salad--mixed greens with organic chicken, chopped Asian pear, cucumbers and onions.
"Fiber-packed Asian pears are high in pectin, which stimulates calorie burn," advises Wilson.
-Aparagus soup puree (1 cup) topped with goat cheese, rice crackers
-Grilled salmon with 1 cup asparagus (high in potassium to reduce belly fat and build muscle)
Party
One glass sparkling water to start. Five small meatballs, five to 10 steamed shrimp, unlimited salad or raw veggies (dark colors are best)
"Protein curbs appetite," says Wilson. "Veggies and low-cal,filling and balance blood sugar."
-Sliced lean sirloin steak, unlimited cooked green veggies topped with goat cheese
-Chicken skewers, nuts and unlimited raw veggies with 1/2 cup hummus
Snack
Power cake: one rice cake spread with 2 tbsp. sunflower seed butter, topped with a handful of mixed berries
Nuts and seed butters are rich in satiating omega-3s, which stave off hunger.
-Celery sticks with almond butter, carob chips and coconut flakes
-East West Essentials Optimal Cleanse Shake
-Flat belly tea brewed with whole sliced lemon, cayenne pepper, Stevia
Harper's Bazaar
Fat-Busting Guru
To get ladies like Reese Witherspoon camera-ready, Beverly Hills nutritionist Haylie Pomroy recommends East West Essentials 5 Day Optimal Cleanse supplements ($134), which promise to help users shed up to a pound a day. Jennifer Lopez does it once a month “for the nutrients and metabolism boost,” says Pomroy, adding that other famous names prefer East West’s Optimal Fatty Acid Blend gel caps ($48). The pills burn fat, balance hormones, fight inflammation, and promote collagen. To keep her devotees looking lean, not gaunt, Pomroy whips up protein-powder smoothies with cow colostrums to “lower cortisol and stimulate lean-muscle production.”
KTLA News: The Optimal Cleanse
Celebrity Nutritionist, Haylie Pomroy, reveals some of her secrets to getting some of Hollywood's biggest stars in shape with the East West Essentials' Optimal Cleanse.
Debi's Diet on Extra
East West Essentials helps Debi lose 14 pounds in 14 days with the Debi's Diet Program!
Dr. Jeanne Wilson on Access Holywood
East West Essentials celebrity acupuncturist Dr. Jeanne Wilson does acupuncture on hosts Billy Bush and Kit Hoover.
Jennifer Lopez's Three Biggest Fitness Secrets on Extra
We all know how great singing superstar Jennifer Lopez looks, but now she's telling "Extra" how she does it -- with these three simple steps!
#2: The Optimal Cleanse from East West Essentials. The "American Idol" judge said, "My nutritionist loves this, she was like, 'I can't believe you mentioned the Optimal Cleanse!' It's a really good cleanse. This is something that actually cleans out your intestines and everything that builds up, you feel much lighter and, of course, you do drop a few pounds. You can do it for 10 days, but I do it for five days when I feel like I need a break from eating bad."
http://www.extratv.com/2011/05/13/jennifer-lopezs-three-biggest-fitness-secrets/
Ok Magazine
It’s an Easy DIY at-home Cleanse
Stars like Denise Richards, Eva Longoria, Kim Kardashian and Mark Wahlberg have relied on the Sunfare system of hand-delivered meals to lose weight and stay in shape. Now Sunfare is offering a more affordable, do-it-yourself Optimal Cleanse Kit. It includes the East West Essentials Optimal Cleanse, Protein Powder, and easy recipes to supplement your cleanse. A 10-day supply costs $299. Visit sunfare.com for more details.
New Beauty Magazine
Granola
Why You Think It's Healthy
The thought of granola conjures up the idea of heath-conscious eating, but chances are the store-bought granola you're snacking on is full of empty calories.
The Truth
Granola, which is technically a carbohydrate, can be full of unhealthy ingredients like oils, sugar, and nuts (nuts are good in moderation). "Granola, especially granola bars, can be a killer, and many of them lead to weight gain since they can have a higher sugar and refined carb concentration than popular candy bars," says Los Angeles nutritionist Haylie Pomroy. That's not to mention the loads of honey and sugar that are use as "sticky" agents to form little granola clusters.
A Better Choice
Make your own or opt for sugar- and oil-free varieties. If you're a die-hard granola fan, it's best to make your own--this way, you can eliminate unnecessary sugars and oils. Two Moms in the Raw granola is voud of refined sugardsa and oil and it followes the principles of eating raw.
Farm-Raised Salmon
Why You Think It's Healthy
Salmon is salmon, right? Wrong. When it comes to salmon and other fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids, it's best to stick to organic varieties.
The Truth
"Farm-raised salmon is housed in pens and confined to overcrowded conditions, which increases the risk of infection and disease," says Simpson. Farm-raised salmon is usually full of antibiotics, which kill its nutritional value. "They have high levels of chemicals said to cause everything from birth defects to hormonal imbalances," explains Pomroy. Unlike wild salmon that are naturally red (a reflection of their antioxidant content), farm salmon is usually dyed.
A Better Choice
Wild Salmon. Sticking to fish that is not overly bred of held in captivity makes for a healthier selection. "Wild salmon caught in the cold waters of Alaska are said to be the cleanest and have the highest concetration of good fat," says Pomroy.
Agave Nectar
Why You Think It's Healthy
Touted as a natural sugar, low-glycemic agave nectar is sourced from the agave plant--the same one that tequila is made from.
The Truth
Just like sugar, agave nectar makes food taste sweet. But, here's the kicker: In order for agave nectar to act as a sweetner, it has to be boiled down and concentrated, turning it into a liquid form of sugar--almost all types of agave nectar have the same consistency as honey. "In its pure form, agave nectar is very low in sugar and has a slow rate of delivery, or glycemic rate," says Pomroy."But heating, processing and concentrating the sweet part of it gives agave nectar a 90-percent fructose concentration." Adds Simpson, "It's basically 100-percent sugar, and its calorie content is the same as any other sugar product."
A Better Choice
Raw honey, coconut sugar, xylitol or stevia. Both honey and stevia, natural sweeteners, are best to substitute for agave nectar since they contain fewer calories and are natural, meaning the body can break them down better.
US Weekly Magazine
Slim Tip
Power breakfast! Lopez's nutritionist Haylie Pomroy recommends eating 10 to 20 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking up (try Greek yogurt or cottage cheese). Says Pomroy, "It stokes your metabolism and helps you burn calories throughout the day."