Many vitamins and supplements contain nutrients that are beneficial for overall health and weight loss, but can they lead to side effects such as bloating?

Supplementing with vitamins can help you with your diet, especially if you are lacking in some nutrients from your daily foods in your weight loss journey.  But sometimes the same vitamins that are supposed to help increase overall health can also have some unpleasant side effects.  Let’s take a look at some vitamins that can cause bloating, some that can relieve it and considerations you should take if you are supplementing with vitamins or minerals.

What are Vitamins?

Vitamins are organic compounds, or micronutrients, needed in small amounts in the human body, not just for weight loss but many other functions as well.  Many vitamins can come from food but some come from other sources.  For example, vitamin D can and generally needs to be absorbed from sunlight because there is not enough of a quantity in food we eat.  Likewise, you may need to supplement if you find that you are deficient in a vitamin and the food you eat isn’t supplying enough.  The best way to figure out if you are deficient in a specific vitamin is to see your doctor and have some testing done to determine.  There are 13 known vitamins and they are classified as either water soluble or fat soluble.  Fat soluble vitamins are more easily stored in the body than water soluble vitamins. (Source: Medical News Today).

Can Vitamins Cause Bloating?

Many vitamins do not tend to cause bloating but there are some instances where bloating can occur, which can be incredibly frustrating and uncomfortable during a weight loss journey. Multivitamins, especially those containing iron can cause mild discomfort and gas or bloating.  Supplements containing fiber can create excess gas, as the body may not be accustomed to the level of fiber being ingested.  Another reason you may be experiencing gas or a bloated feeling could be due to constipation, as some studies have shown links to vitamins and GI discomfort or constipation.  (Source: livestrong.com) 

Vitamin D

Recent studies have shown a link between vitamin D and bloating.  Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, is found in fatty fishes such as salmon and tuna or fortified foods such as cereals. But since it is not prevalent enough in foods we eat, supplementation is often necessary.  Even those who live in sunnier climates tend to be deficient in vitamin D and can find it helpful to supplement.  But in some cases, vitamin D can lead to bloating and gas or uncomfortable side effects.  Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin, which means it is stored in fat cells in the body.  Ingesting too much vitamin D over a long period of time leads to gastrointestinal side effects and can also lead to frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, weakness, damage to the kidneys, heart or blood vessels.  (Source: livestrong.com)  You should definitely check with your doctor if you feel you are ingesting too much vitamin D or experiencing some of these uncomfortable symptoms.  Visit our blog for more information on the benefits of vitamin D and other nutrients on the immune system.

Are There any Vitamins that can Help with Bloating?

There are some vitamins shown to help with bloating.  Vitamin B-6 can help as a diuretic to help reduce bloating from water retention.  Calcium may also help with bloating but you may want to take with magnesium in order to reduce the chances of constipation.  In any case, increasing your water consumption can always help with reducing bloating and water retention in the body, as well as aid in weight loss and your diet plan.  Aim to get half your body weight in ounces at the minimum.  Water can help with many other functions in the body, so drink up!  

Making sure that you are getting the proper levels of nutrients (not too much or too little) is very important in overall health and wellness, as well as your diet plan and fitness program.  If you notice regular symptoms that could be caused by vitamin deficiency or uncomfortable gastrointestinal side effects from vitamins, be sure and check with your doctor.  And if you have any questions along your journey, the SureFiz website can be a valuable tool.  We have workout plans, diet plans, recipes and more! 

What is Body Image?

Everyone has a body image, whether positive or negative.  But what exactly is body image and how does it affect our daily lives?  According to Psychology Today, “body image is the mental representation an individual creates of themselves, but it may or may not bear any relation to how one actually appears. Body image is subject to all kinds of distortions from the attitudes of one’s parents, other early experiences, internal elements like emotions or moods, and other factors” (Retrieved from psychologytoday.com).  The concept of body image has been a large part of humanity all throughout history, with outside factors and trends shaping how an individual sees him or herself in relation to others.  

Positive Body Image

Body image can be positive or negative.  A positive body image involves looking at oneself as having value regardless of physical appearance.  Medical News Today breaks it down below.

“Having a positive body image includes: 

• Accepting and appreciating the whole of one’s body, including how it looks and what it can do
• Having a broad concept of beauty
• Having a body image that is stable
• Having inner positivity” (Retrieved from medicalnewstoday.com)

The ability to see oneself with acceptance and appreciation is at the forefront of a positive body image and can be foundational in having a strong sense of self worth and success in life that goes far beyond outward appearance.  With a strong sense of self worth, a person can have the confidence to try new things, obtain further education or take a step into the unknown without the fear of failure.

Negative Body Image

A negative body image, on the other hand, can truly affect many aspects of life that go far beyond looks. Medical News Today reports that someone who suffers from body image could experience any of the following:

• Comparing themselves to others and feeling inadequate when they do  
• Feelings of shame or embarrassment 
• Lack of confidence 
• Feeling uncomfortable or awkward in their body 
• See parts of their body, such as their nose, in a distorted way (Retrieved from medicalnewstoday.com)

These negative feelings associated with body image can truly hinder someone in many aspects of their life, and can also lead to more serious conditions or disorders.  Although a negative body image tends to be more prevalent among women, many men also suffer from negative body image.  Since women tend to be more willing to be open and share feelings in general, many men may remain quiet about their feelings of inadequacy and fear sharing these feelings with others or seeking help.

Outside Influences

Social media has also influenced body image in recent years, as images of supermodels or other attractive people are bombarding news feeds and can affect a person’s view of beauty or how they think they should look.  However, this is not a new concept—even before the birth of the internet and social media the influence of community perception of beauty has had an effect on personal self-worth.   Humanity has always had an awareness of beauty and physical looks and what goes along with it.  In past eras, carrying extra weight was associated with wealth, and as such being heavy set, or carrying extra weight was more desirable.  In our current society, having a small frame and being associated as “skinny” is trendy and thus more desirable.  With society and trends directing what is seen as beautiful, it can affect a person’s body image when he or she doesn’t fit that mold.  

Other Disorders

When a negative self-image permeates a person’s thinking, the results can be far reaching.  It can even lead to deeper, more serious disorders.  Healthline explains that, “People who are extremely dissatisfied with the way their bodies look have a greater risk of developing:

• mood disorders
• body dysmorphic disorder
• disordered eating
• muscle dysmorphia
• lower self-esteem
• relationship problems
• self-harm tendencies

Also, people with social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and major depressive disorder may have a distorted, negative body image” (Retrieved from Healthline.com).  With many of the above disorders having potential long term, serious side effects, it is important to recognize areas of negative body image addressing them.

How To Improve Body Image

There are a number of ways to work on improving body image; ranging from small, simple at home tips to therapy or medications.  Here are some options that can help with turning a negative body image into a positive one:

• Create lists of multiple positive body attributes
• Redefine beauty in a less superficial way
• Choose to be surrounded by positive, uplifting people 
• Writing down negative self thoughts and consciously changing them to positive 
• Volunteering or performing activities that help others 
• Taking a break or minimizing time on social media
• Finding activities that move the body and can help with awareness of what the body can do, not just what it looks like.  (Retrieved from: Healthline.com)

If some of the above exercises aren’t working after some time of practicing, it may be necessary to explore other options and seek professional help.  Many psychologists and psychiatrists have techniques that can improve body image, as well as the option to prescribe medication if necessary to work on some underlying causes or roots of negative body image.  It is possible to improve body image and to be able to see the positive attributes that the body offers, much beyond superficial appearance or body size.  

Do you struggle with burnout while working from home during the pandemic? Here are a few strategies to get through the work week without feeling completely exhausted.

Work From Home Burnout

The past year has seen many changes.  Many Americans have moved from working in an office space to working from home, and with this change comes many new challenges.  As the months roll on, people are feeling a sense of burnout and exhaustion, not only from COVID-19 fatigue but from working from home and the pressures that go along with it. According to Muse, “Work-from-home burnout happens when people can’t separate their work life and their home life, says Andrew Schwehm, a licensed clinical psychologist with Alma, a network of mental health providers, who also works at Bellevue Hospital in New York City and teaches at NYU School of Medicine. People are having an especially hard time separating the two during the pandemic when they’re working and living in one space”.  With many shelter in place or stay home recommendations being extended around the world, getting out is hard to do and many people feel very stuck.  So what can we do about this burnout?  With some simple strategies and tips, you can help avoid major exhaustion and complete burnout.

Symptoms of Burnout

Webmd describes symptoms of work from home burnout as any of the following:

• Lack of enthusiasm

• Irritability and impatience

• Changes in attitude-becoming cynical especially

• Lack of interest in anything

• Being easily distracted

• Lack of productivity

• Using alcohol or other substances to cope

Work from home burnout can also lead to feelings of depression and apathy, especially as the pandemic wears on.  The feelings of hopelessness are real and many who work from home can feel a sense of no end to their feelings.  Signs and symptoms can vary depending on a person’s living arrangement-whether they live in the city or suburbs, have a family and children or live alone, or have pets.  But regardless of a variance in these feelings they are very real and extremely important to recognize so that you can address them and make improvements for the sake of your health.  According to SureFiz trainer Jenn Ryan, there are some steps you can take for your health and wellness to prevent or improve your feelings of work from home burnout.

• Set Boundaries: It can feel like you never have a break from the workday when you work from home.  There is no separation of the office and the sanctity of home.  One client stated that she felt like she worked from 8AM to 9PM and she only works an average of 5-6 hours a day.  With the many obligations of life-from spouse to kids to pets to laundry and housework, the juggling of all things leads to feeling like there can never be a break.  If you work on setting some boundaries between work and home, working within a certain part of the day and enjoying home life during other hours, you can create a sense of separation between the job and home life.

• Prioritize Your Health: Many times when we reach burnout, health and fitness is the first thing that goes.  Right now, making our health a priority is more important than ever.  Working out and focusing on fitness doesn’t have to be a huge time commitment or even a trip to the gym.  Working out from home is simple and easy to squeeze in when you have some time.  A 30 minute workout is better than no workout and whenever you can fit it into your day is beneficial to general health.  Your mind and body will thank you.  Many people also report that they feel rejuvenated, more ready to tackle daily tasks and accomplish goals after a workout. 

• Get More Sleep: It may feel easier to work late into the night hours to finish a task but it’s important to remember that the tasks will be there for you when you wake up.  Regularly “burning the midnight oil” will lead to further exhaustion in the coming days and create a cycle that can be hard to get out of.  Getting adequate sleep is incredibly important for body and mind recovery, for minimizing anxiety and helping with energy reserves.  Getting to bed at a decent hour will help you wake up more energized, which will lead to better productivity during your work day.

• Take Breaks and Get Out: When you feel yourself lagging or lacking motivation, it’s okay to take a break to clear your mind.  Take a walk, get outside for some fresh air, or even take a short drive if the weather isn’t accommodating in the winter months.  A change of scenery can refresh your mind and spirit so that when you return to the home office you can be ready to get back to your daily work tasks. 

• Do Something You Enjoy: If you had a hobby before the pandemic and you stopped doing it, pick it back up.  You might find that it fills your spirit and soul in the ways you need!  Not sure about what you would enjoy?  Playing an instrument, singing, dancing, even coloring, drawing or journaling can all be done at home and can be relaxing activities that give you a sense of enjoyment and fulfillment in these hard times.  

• Talk to Someone: Working from home during this pandemic can lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness, and with many socialization activities out in public closed or limited, it can be much harder to connect with those you care about.  Be sure to make the effort to reach out to friends and family to talk out your feelings.  Sharing with others will help take away the burden and you may find that you aren’t the only one suffering from burnout at home and that others are in the same place.  Even if you can’t be in person, calling on the phone or setting up a video chat to connect with loved ones can help refill your tank and is good for the soul. 

The job may not get easier, the pandemic may not be over quickly and we all may be working from home for a while longer-if not permanently.  But we can all get through this together and work to avoid the inevitable burnout that can occur from at home working.  Even if you already feel some or all of these symptoms of burnout, you can reverse the effects by setting up some of these strategies to protect yourself from long term effects and damage on your body and mind.  You need to take care of yourself to remain healthy and strong, in order for you to be productive at home and work for many years to come.  

As the days get shorter, colder and darker, many Americans suffer from seasonal depression.  Here are some tips to help you get through hard winter months.

Seasonal Affective Disorder

If you feel like the winter months and darker days make you feel sad, anxious or fatigued, you are not alone.  Many people explain feelings of sadness that increase in winter months.  Healthline describes this as follows; “If the changing seasons leave you feeling sad, anxious, empty, or experiencing other negative emotions for most of the day, nearly every day, you may have seasonal affective disorder (SAD) — a condition now officially termed major depressive disorder with a seasonal pattern.  ‘Symptoms of this recurrent form of depression most often emerge during the darker winter months, then disappear as days grow longer and brighter come spring’, says Ken Duckworth, MD, medical director for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and assistant clinical professor at Harvard University Medical School in Boston.  

It is very common as the days get shorter and darker for the feelings of sadness to increase, and many areas also experience harsher weather changes with winter, forcing them to stay indoors.  With the coronavirus pandemic affecting everyone more now than ever, feelings of hopelessness and depression are incredibly commonplace no matter which climate you live in.  If you’re wondering how to beat the winter blues, there is hope.  Here are some natural, cost effective remedies that can help you weather the winter and see some light on the other side.

Get Moving

One of the easiest, cheapest ways to cure the winter blues (or any blues) is to get some exercise.  “Exercise is incredibly beneficial for mental health”, states SureFiz trainer and health coach Jenn Ryan, “Beyond the feelings of accomplishment after a good workout, exercise also boosts endorphins, serotonin and the feel-good hormones in the body.  Regular exercise also clears the mind and reduces stress, making you feel like you have the strength to tackle any hard things in life.  In addition, exercise can help you sleep better and get the rest you need to feel better”.  She suggests trying a simple 30 minute walk, jog or bike ride to get outside.  If you have access to a set of stairs, try our simple stair workout ideas to get sweaty and move the body out of depression. 

Supplement with Vitamin D

Vitamin D has many health benefits. It’s main job in our bodies is to promote calcium absorption and strengthen bones but it can also help with the following functions; muscle strength, immune boosting, fight inflammation, strengthen oral health and even aid in weight loss.  One of the benefits found in recent years has been the benefit of fighting depression.  Vitamin D is also called the sunshine vitamin, as we can get vitamin D from sunlight.  Researchers in the journalNeuropsychiatry  found “a significant relationship between depression and vitamin D deficiency.”  Many people who supplement with vitamin D notice a difference in mood and feelings of wellness, as well as the ability to stay healthy.  

Eat Right

Getting a healthy diet is another highly recommended way to combat seasonal depression.  “The body needs vital nutrients, and the best way to prevent deficiencies is to get them through real food”, says Jenn Ryan.  When you fill up on comfort foods filled with fat, sugar and processed chemicals, they may taste good and initially fill a void, but eventually can lead to worse feelings of indigestion and sluggishness.  Instead, she recommends that you fill your plates with plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables, whole grain, fiber filled grains, healthy proteins and fats such as avocado.  By eating healthier more balanced foods, you will not only feel satiated when needed but will avoid the after feelings of guilt and fatigue.  With healthy fuel, you will be able to have energy to get out of bed and face the day.

Light Boxes

UV light boxes can also be a great way to help fight against seasonal depression.  When the winter months bring cold, darker days, many people don’t get the daylight or vitamin D that they need each day, as we mentioned above.  Light therapy boxes can help with this by emitting a light mimicking outdoor sunlight.  According to Better Health, “Light therapy, also known as bright light therapy or phototherapy, is a therapeutic method that can be used to treat seasonal affective disorder. It can also treat other conditions as well, including other types of depression, sleep disorders, and other conditions. It can even be used for other issues that may mess with your internal clock, such as jet lag or adjusting to a nighttime work schedule…light therapy uses a light therapy box that gives off a bright light. The light is meant to mimic natural outdoor light”.  By sitting next to the light each day, many people feel a lift in their mood and reduction in symptoms of seasonal depression.

Journal

Writing in a journal can be a cost-effective, simple way to fight depression.  The ability to focus your thoughts and bring pen to paper is extremely effective in clearing the mind, helping with focus and feeling better.  It is a common practice that has been around for many years, and getting your thoughts out can often help you sort through them and find a solution.  Finding a nice, quiet place to write out your thoughts and feelings can help make it a routine in your weekly life.  Once your feelings are sorted out on paper, the mind has clarity and can often help boost emotions, with feelings of being able to tackle the hard things in life.  

Thanksgiving in 2020 may look and feel different, but it’s still possible to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the holiday.

Many people can agree that this past year has been unprecedented, a year like no other that we have experienced in this generation.  The entire world has been affected by the Coronavirus pandemic, no region untouched.  As we near the holiday season, it is clear that Thanksgiving and even Christmas will likely be celebrated differently.  Just because our holiday traditions may not be the same in 2020 doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the fellowship of family and friends while staying safe, healthy and protecting others. 

Keep Gatherings Small-or Virtual

Many Thanksgiving traditions involve gathering with family and friends.  Thanksgiving has historically been one of the biggest travel times every year but with the novel Coronavirus pandemic, many travel plans have halted and people have opted to stay home with their immediate families to stay healthy.  Others may just keep their circles smaller with close family.  No matter what you decide, staying safe and healthy this year doesn’t mean you have to feel completely disconnected.  Earlier this year when many states were on a stay at home requirement, families and friends gathered over Zoom calls, FaceTime, or other  video apps to share meals, a happy hour, weddings, birthdays and other joyous occasions.  The holidays can be a time of celebration from afar, but still together.  So raise a glass to your computer screen and smile at the faces on the other side, knowing that we won’t be apart forever.  

Don’t Let a Thanksgiving Cheat Meal Become a Cheat Week

Many health experts, trainers, health coaches and nutritionists will tell you-one cheat meal won’t ruin your diet or weight loss success.  But an entire long weekend of eating Thanksgiving leftovers could certainly put a damper on your goals and leave you working hard to gain back momentum.  Make sure that you enjoy smaller amounts of some of the most unhealthy items-stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, pie, sweets–and fill the plate with turkey, salad, vegetables and other less calorie laden foods.  It’s ok to enjoy the day without guilt and try small amounts of festive foods, while keeping in mind that you have a goal and you want to stick to your plan to reach it.  Let the others in your household enjoy leftovers the following days, while you get back on track and on your diet and fitness plan.  It can be hard to resist all the leftovers but remember you CAN do it!

Take Care of Yourself

In many different ways, the holidays can be stressful and anxiety-inducing.  This year may have its unique challenges and stressors.  It is important to remember overall wellness.  Get lots of adequate rest, stay on your regular exercise routine and take time to decompress from the stressors of life and the holidays.  Finding a good book, taking a relaxing bath or even some light yoga can all help give you the time you need to refresh and feel ready for anything that happens.

Give Thanks

Remembering the reason for the Thanksgiving holiday is of utmost importance-maybe more so this year than ever before.  Taking some time for remembrance, gratefulness and thankfulness is good for the soul and the body.  This year has been challenging and at times it can be easier to focus on all the things we have lost instead of all that we have.  Go around the table with your immediate family or whoever you share dinner with and take turns talking about what you are thankful for this year.  You may find that you gained more than you thought you had lost.  Finding the silver lining in every cloud is a huge component of staying healthy and whole.  The feeling of thankfulness and gratitude can carry you through this entire holiday season and into next year.  

We can and will get through this together, and look forward to future holidays when we can all gather together and keep each other safe too.  From all of us at SureFiz, we wish you the best and most fulfilling Thanksgiving holiday.  May you enjoy every moment and maximize the moments of happiness in the day.  Happy Thanksgiving!

A strong immune system has many components, including a healthy daily diet.  Here are some everyday foods you can eat to help you stay healthy through the winter.

The body’s immune system is it’s first defense against illness.  When it comes to preventing colds, flus or even the coronavirus, keeping the body strong and healthy is of utmost importance.  You don’t need to reach for expensive vitamins and supplements to keep your body strong.  There are many healthy foods that you’ll find easy to incorporate into your daily diet and weight loss program.  

What makes an immune system strong?

When it comes to keeping your immune system strong and thriving, several components are important to keep in mind.  The immune system isn’t single faceted, but a complete system in the body that depends on a lot of factors to function well.  Some of the main ways you can help your immune system stay strong are:

• Get enough sleep
• Quit smoking cigarettes (or don’t start)
• Exercise regularly
• Try to minimize stress
• Practice good hygiene-washing hands, etc.
• Maintain a healthy weight
• If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation
• Eat a variety of natural, healthy foods-especially fruits and vegetables
• Keep sugar intake low, avoid unnatural sources

Working on all of the above areas can help keep your immune system strong and ready to fight off any illness or infection, but when it comes to eating healthy some foods are definitely superior in their immune-boosting qualities.  Focus on foods that are high in antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin D, and zinc.  The key is getting a good variety of these foods to keep each of these nutrients strong in your body.

Antioxidants

“Antioxidant” is a word used a lot in the health and fitness world.  But what does it really mean? Broken down,  according to veryhealthy.life, the anti means against and oxidant refers to something that will chemically combine with oxygen. This means that antioxidants prevent oxidation against free radicals.  When there are free radicals within the body they can cause a chain reaction that causes damage to the cells.  Antioxidants can help keep your cells strong against this free radical damage.  Some popular foods that are high in antioxidants are:

• Raspberries, cherries, apricots, cranberries and watermelon
• Broccoli, spinach, artichokes,
• Rosemary, oregano, thyme
• Kidney beans
• Turmeric
• Acai powder
• Allspice, cinnamon, cocoa powder

By combining many of these fresh fruits, vegetables and spices together, there are many easy and creative ways to get more antioxidant rich foods into your diet.  

Vitamin C

Vitamin C might be the most common vitamin known to fight illness and aid in recovery well.  Because the body cannot produce or store vitamin c, it has to be sourced through the diet, and finding daily sources in a variety of foods can help ensure you are getting enough.    When you think of vitamin c you might immediately think of oranges or other citrus, but many other foods are high in vitamin c that may not have come to your mind. Here are some great healthy food options that give a boost of vitamin c:

• Red pepper, green pepper, green chile pepper
• Oranges, strawberries, papaya, guava
• Broccoli, potato, brussels sprouts, cauliflower
• Lemon, grapefruit, kiwifruit, mango

Vitamin D

Vitamin D has been known for many years to promote bone growth and absorb calcium.  Recent studies have also shown a link between vitamin D and other important body functions, including a healthy immune system response.  “Vitamin D deficiency has now been linked to breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, heart disease, depression, weight gain, and other maladies. These studies show that people with higher levels of vitamin D have a lower risk of disease” (webmd).  The body can produce vitamin D, but only after skin exposure to sunlight for an extended period of time.  Unfortunately, those who live in less sunny climates can be at a higher risk of vitamin D deficiency.  Even those who live in sunny areas may still have vitamin D deficiency if they spend a majority of their time indoors.  Recent studies have been conducted on the potential role vitamin D may have in the immune response to COVID-19.  Although more research needs to be done, studies show positive results that link vitamin D to the immune system strength needed to fight the coronavirus and other diseases.  If you are not able to get enough sunlight daily, these foods can help to supplement vitamin D in your body:

• Salmon
• Herring, sardines, cod liver oil
• Egg yolks
• Mushrooms
• Fortified foods with vitamin D, such as cow’s milk, soy milk, orange juice, cereals and oatmeal.

Getting vitamin D from all natural sources such as the sun and natural healthy foods is always the best way to give the body what it needs on a daily basis.

Zinc

Zinc is an essential trace mineral that plays an important role in the body, including slowing the aging process and providing an antioxidant barrier against free radicals.  The body doesn’t need large amounts of this mineral for healthy function, so it is an easy nutrient to supplement with a healthy diet.  Keep in mind that animal foods are the best sources of zinc compared to plant foods, like vegetables, because zinc bioavailability (the fraction of zinc that’s retained and used by the body) is high in foods like animal meat and seafood (draxe.com).  That doesn’t mean animal foods are the only source, but combining animal and plant sources can help guarantee you’re getting all you need in your daily diet.  Some of the foods highest in zinc are:

• Grass-fed beef, lamb, chicken
• Pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, cashews
• Chickpeas, lentils, almonds
• Kefir, yogurt, ricotta cheese
• Mushrooms, spinach, avocado

By working at maintaining a healthy immune system through the winter months, you can do your best to stay strong and able to fight any viruses that come your way.  Choosing a variety of foods from all of these categories will help you feel better, stay stronger and promote healthy weight loss as part of your overall diet plan.  Holistic health is not just about weight loss or physical appearance, but about the functions of the entire body.  By keeping all of your systems strong you can feel better from the inside out.