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Can Detoxing Be Bad for You?

October 20, 2016 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

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When people talk about detoxifying (or “detoxing”) most of the time what they are wanting to do is clear the body of accumulated poisons and food waste by one of many available methods. These methods usually entail severely reducing food intake and cutting out chemicals and additives such as alcohol, caffeine, sugar, and salt. Many plans […]

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Tanica lost 50 pounds

October 10, 2016 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

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Tanica lost 50 pounds in 8 months. She wanted to be healthier for her children and for herself. She spoke with a dietitian, did her research on nutrition and began to exercise regularly. We celebrate her progress. What was your motivation? I wanted to look and feel better. I was very unhealthy and didn’t like […]

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Andriana lost 67 pounds

February 13, 2016 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

Weight Loss Story: Andriana lost 67 pounds. She was tired of feeling unhealthy and insecure, so she decided to eat clean and workout regularly. It’s been about 9 months and her work has paid off. Check out what she shared with us… Hello, my name is Andriana. In May of 2015, I decided to lose weight through clean […]

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6 Common Weight Loss Lies

November 4, 2015 by Ajima Jackson 1 Comment

The world of health and fitness can be complicated. Sifting through various workout regimens and diets, all promising results, gets exhausting. On top of that, it doesn’t help that everyone has their own opinions on the best way to lose weight. Ask 5 different people the best way to lose weight and you’ll get 5 […]

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China lost 60 pounds

September 4, 2015 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

Weight Loss Story of the Day: China lost 60 pounds.  This creative diva wanted to put her best foot forward in terms of image and was tired of feeling living an unhealthy lifestyle. She found a great fitness coach and nutritionist who gave her the guidance and accountability she needed to thrive.  Here is what […]

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The Potential Dangers of Detox or Diet Tea

July 21, 2015 by Ajima Jackson 1 Comment

Let’s face it… People want fast results when they a specific goal in mind. The quest for instant gratification is very real when it comes to weight loss, of course. Some of the most popular phrases searched for on Google when it comes to weight include “fast weight loss”, “lose 10 lbs in a week”, “quickest way […]

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5 Potential Dangers of Drinking Diet Beverages

April 23, 2015 by Ajima Jackson Leave a Comment

It’s no surprise that soda is one of the most widely consumed beverages. Coca Cola and Pepsi lead as the most popular brands but you may be surprised that diet Coke is the second most popular soda here in the US. Diet drinks, especially diet sodas, may just be one of the unhealthiest beverages. Though […]

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Cherrie lost 53 pounds and helped her family lose weight too

March 26, 2015 by Ajima Jackson 1 Comment

Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Cherrie lost 53 pounds.  Her daughter, who has Lupus,  lost 28 pounds and improved her health. She made her weight loss journey a family affair and her household has lost a total of 168 pounds together.  Find out how they did it… My name is Cherrie Eubanks. Last May, […]

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Dee lost 70 pounds

January 1, 2015 by Ajima Jackson 5 Comments

Weight Loss Story of the Day: Dee lost 70 pounds.  This proud mom was committed to not passing on unhealthy habits and to stopping the history of weight-related disease in her family line.  She took action to reach her weight loss goals and now she’s a trainer.  Here is what she shared with us… I was […]

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5 Reasons Why Quick Weight Loss Can Be Unhealthy

November 7, 2014 by Ajima Jackson 1 Comment

We’ve slowly been programed as humans to want results as quickly as possible. If we’re hungry, we go to a fast food joint. If we have a question, we use are smartphones to Google it. Americans live in an age where patience isn’t very common and many people try to take the easiest way possible. […]

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