17Jul 2015 by owner
Say BYE BYE to Crow’s Feet Wrinkles with this WONDER-BERRY

Say BYE BYE to Crow’s Feet Wrinkles with this WONDER-BERRY

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These delicious little things contain more antioxidants than almost any other food PERIOD!   [caption id="attachment_1743" align="aligncenter" width="500"] It's WONDER-BERRY to the rescue![/caption] The antioxidant and flavonoids in blueberries can get rid of toxins and free radicals and have anti-aging properties. Toxins, heavy metals and free radicals can cause damage (to the skin) on the cellular level, and the powerful antioxidants in blueberries can prevent this type of damage. This means that they can give your skin the protection it needs against the skin-damaging free radicals that result from sun exposure, emotional stress, and even overexercising. Just a 1/2 cup per day will help to prevent the cell-structure damage that can lead to loss of firmness, fine lines, and wrinkles.  
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17Jul 2015 by owner
What can THIS Fruit do for your Figure?

What can THIS Fruit do for your Figure?

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This sweet fav fruit can do more for you than you probably know! Studies shows that eating 1 cup of cherries daily has been shown to SHRINK BELLY FAT by 50% over 3 months!! WOW!!!!  (We are driving to the grocery to stock up RIGHT NOW...hope this doesn't cause a national cherry shortage...) PLUS, nutrients in these RUBY GEMS reduce the output of a fat-promoting inflammatory compound by 70%. So, basically this MAGICAL FRUIT will be your new best friend for staying SLIM this summer!
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07May 2015 by owner
Tips + Tricks to Flatter your Figure this Swimsuit Season!

Tips + Tricks to Flatter your Figure this Swimsuit Season!

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Time to put an end to the fear, frustration + dread that comes with swimsuit shopping! We're breaking down the BEST FIT TIPS for EVERY body type - whether your specific problem area is your waistline or your bottom half, or maybe you're looking for something to keep your curves under control, we're helping to break down the BEST FIT for your BODY TYPE so you can feel GOOD lounging in the sun this summer! REMEMBER - DON'T choose a certain style just because it's TRENDY this season.  Not every trend is flattering to every body type.  You will look for more stylish if you pick a suit that's flattering to YOU, not just what the latest new thing is in the magazines. SO LET'S DIVE IN!   THE PEAR You're curvy at the hips…
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07May 2015 by owner

NEW TV Show ‘Kid Kulinaire’ makes Healthy Foods FUN for Kids!

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VERTEX Foods is proud to announce our support of Kid Kulinaire + their mission to help make healthy eating FUN for kids! This past weekend the Kid Kulinaire team shot the pilot episode for their new TV series down in Orlando, FL, and as an official sponsor VERTEX Foods' products were used in one of the healthy Protein Power Wrap recipes prepared on the show, as well as to keep the Cast + Crew well fueled (and happy) while they worked. [caption id="attachment_933" align="alignright" width="185"] FUELED UP + ready to GO! Chef Brian with his PROTEIN 26 Atomic Chocolate shake + Protein Power Wrap (also made with PROTEIN 26).[/caption] We sent star + creator of the show, Chef Brian, our best selling PROTEIN 26 Shakes to sample in Atomic Chocolate + Butterfinger Booyah! flavors, along with…
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30Apr 2015 by owner
Latest Celebrity Diet Trends of Beyonce, Posh + more

Latest Celebrity Diet Trends of Beyonce, Posh + more

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How do red carpet denizens like Angelina Jolie, Beyoncé and Victoria Beckham ward off weight gain?  With the health industry's latest guarantees, of course.  See which diets trends are working for the hottest celebrity bodies. 22 DAYS DIET Beyoncé made headlines back in December when she went vegan for 22 days, following the fitness plan of Marco Borges. "She is all about health and wellness. She just wants to feel good," Borges told E! Though the star isn't fully vegan anymore, she still eats a mostly plant-based diet with fish, says Borges. THE ANCIENT GRAINS DIET How does a mother of six stay so svelte? Angie follows the ancient grains diet, adding grains, seeds, and nuts including quinoa, millet, chia seeds, spelt and buckwheat to her meals and snacks whenever possible.…
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23Apr 2015 by owner

A Beer Brand that Improves Appearance + Slows Aging?!

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Can this new beer really deliver the fountain of youth?? There’s a new trending belief in Japan that orally consuming collagen, a protein found in connective tissues, can make your skin more beautiful.  As humans age, the body’s supply of collagen is reduced, which is one of reasons why wrinkles might appear.  Many Japanese women buy collagen-rich supplements such as pills, powders and food in an effort to preserve their youthful glow. This new light beer is called Precious, sold by Suntory, contains two grams of collagen per can, along with five percent alcohol, and clearly is targeted at women.  The company’s first commercial promoting this product features model popular Anne Nakamura and comedian Ken Watanabe, who declares that “guys can tell if a girl’s taking collagen or not.” Before you get your…
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22Apr 2015 by owner
Can SQUATS actually be your Fastest Route to a 6-Pack?

Can SQUATS actually be your Fastest Route to a 6-Pack?

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Generally, when people think of getting their abs in shape they assume they need to start doing endless amounts of CRUNCHES! WRONG!! One of the main jobs of the ABDOMINAL CORE MUSCLE GROUP is to act as a stabilizer for the trunk, helping to support the entire frame while the person is squatting, lifting, or just moving about in general. Many studies show that muscle fiber activation rates in the rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis, and internal and external obliques are higher during the squat than during many ‘traditional’ crunch type exercises where the performer is lying on their back. In addition, many people perform crunches with BAD FORM, causing even LESS activation of the abdominals, instead placing MORE on the NECK area!  This can lead to injuries, both in the immediate and…
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22Apr 2015 by owner
Eat THIS Veggie to Burn Belly Fat FAST!

Eat THIS Veggie to Burn Belly Fat FAST!

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In general, incorporating more vegetables into your diet (like your mom said...) can help to shrink belly fat and promote weight loss.  Vegetables help make you feel FULL on fewer calories, which is especially important when you’re trying to lose weight. But WHICH veggie has special chemicals that help to burn MORE BELLY FAT OFF FAST? ASPARAGUS!  Add this green guy to your diet to help reduce extra abdominal fat with no extra effort! Not only does asparagus acts as a natural diuretic to relieve water retention, which causes bloating and puffiness in the stomach, it also has the ability to flush waste products such as undigested foods from the body.  This is due to its low sodium content coupled with an amino acid called asparagine. Asparagus us a great source of…
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19Apr 2015 by owner
12 Beauty, Health + Anti-Aging Benefits of Cleansing

12 Beauty, Health + Anti-Aging Benefits of Cleansing

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So what's all this BUZZ about DETOXING + CLEANSING?  Is it REALLY that great?  Will it help me lose weight...make my skin glow...make me healthier?!?  Why am I doing this again... With SO much information available on the internet now, sometimes it can be difficult to not get lost while sifting through all the material on the various pros + cons of the latest health + fitness trends.  So we decided to simplify the topic of CLEANSING for you.  Below are your CLIFF NOTES on some of the MOST POSITIVE benefits from cleansing. 1. Boosts Your Energy Many detox program followers report feeling more energetic. This would make sense because while you’re detoxing you’re stopping the influx of the things that caused you to need a detox in the first place. It’s…
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15Apr 2015 by owner
Top 7 Healthy Snacks To Eat At Your Desk

Top 7 Healthy Snacks To Eat At Your Desk

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The ideal office snacks are “well constructed mini-meals” - that means food combos that contains protein, fat and fiber, while also being low in calories. It’s tough to find all those elements in a single snack, but try these 7 options to satisfy your hunger while at work, while boosting your METABOLISM + ENERGY levels! CELERY + HUMMUS: Hummus, made with sesame seeds, contains lots of nutrients and beneficial fibers called lignans that improve blood profiles, normalize blood pressure and enhance vitamin E absorption. STRING CHEESE: High in protein, it offers a bit of fat and has only 80 calories. HARD BOILED EGGS: One egg has around 70 calories and is packed with five to six grams of protein. APPLE WITH PEANUT BUTTER: This snack has the magic combination of fiber, protein and fat. ALMONDS:…
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08Apr 2015 by owner
Homemade Hummus in just 10 minutes

Homemade Hummus in just 10 minutes

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Hummus is an AWESOME quick + healthy snack or hors-d'oeuvre that can help you stay within the limits of your diet goals, while packing a PUNCH both on filling FIBER + TASTE! Here's an EASY 10 min recipe for HUMMUS that you can make to impress your friends, office colleagues, or just feel very domestically accomplished yourself!  Oh yeah, + since it's FRESH we think it TASTES even better than the store bought varieties... Total Time: 10 min Yield: about 2 3/4 cups  Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste) 6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons) 2 tablespoons water or liquid from the chickpeas 8 dashes hot sauce Directions: Turn on the food processor fitted with…
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08Apr 2015 by owner
Do these 5 Things Every Day to Lose Weight without Trying

Do these 5 Things Every Day to Lose Weight without Trying

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Add these 5 easy tricks into your daily routine to shed pounds fast and keep them off for good!  It's all about the HABITS...and here are a few that you can painlessly integrate into your already BUSY day to help your pants feel looser around your waistline seemingly EFFORTLESSLY! 1.  Think "CROWD OUT" vs. "CUT OUT" Instead of a strict diet that tells you all the things NOT to eat, here's an easier way to think about it: CROWD OUT with the BEST FOOD CHOICES instead of CUT OUT. Essentially, you focus on what to do vs. what not to do by slowly working good habits into your routine. After time, you’re eating and drinking so many healthy things that you don’t have room for the bad stuff. (Wellll maybe there's still a little…
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