Carb and Fat Blockers

Do Carb and Fat Blockers Really Work?

Is there another way besides a healthy diet and exercise?

In this day and age almost anything is possible to achieve. Now it seems that we can augment our weight loss efforts with these pills called carb and fat blockers. Carbohydrate blockers are reported to block starch carbs from being absorbed by the body in the digestion process. So foods like pasta, rice, and bread can be eaten and passed through the body without being absorbed. Fat blockers work a little different. Instead of directly affecting the digestive system, they pass through unabsorbed. Along the way the fat blockers pull and absorb fat from the digestive system as they are passed.

Can this really be true? What have I been doing all this time exercising and eating right? Well don't misunderstand, These are not miracle pills. You cant eat anything you want. These are meant to help in weight loss, not a "swallow it and forget it" solution. In fact lets look more into how each works. Visiting their pros and cons.

As mentioned earlier, Carb blockers stop foods like pasta, bread, rice, etc... from being absorbed by the body so the pills should be taken before each meal to see optimal results. Carb blockers specifically work by combining various wheat germ and bean extracts that purportedly stop a digestive enzyme responsible for absorbing starch from working. The draw back to this is that various bodily responses have been reported such as gas, bloating, nausea, and so on.

Fat Blockers contain dietary fiber or something similar called chitosan which comes from shellfish. As stated prior, the fat blocker passes through the body "collecting" fat from the digestive tract to be expelled by the body. The drawback here is that because some vitamins are absorbed through fat, a vitamin deficiency can occur after continued use, not to mention other issues such as cramping and the like.

It seems that prolonged use of these pills is actually detrimental to your health. These two dietary options are best used as a jump start to a dietary change if not taken at all. Lifelong healthy diet and continued and varied exercise is the way to go to achieve the body you want.

Herbs to Boost Energy

Herbs to Boost Energy, Vitality & Libido

For thousands of years, Cordyceps Sinensis (mushroom) has been an integral part of traditional Chinese medicine. Found in the Himalayan regions of Tibet and Nepal, sprouted from caterpillar carcasses, this potent fungus is used to treat numerous health conditions while boosting sexual vigor and overall vitality. As legend would have it, cordyceps was discovered by Himalayan shepherds who observed a drastic increase in liveliness and mating activity among their herds after eating this particular mushroom. Soon emperors were sending for it to boost their own libidos, stamina and energy. Tibetan monks also used cordyceps for mindful meditation, to strengthen their immunity, and fortify their lungs, heart and kidneys, as well as to promote longevity.

Cordyceps is regarded as a lung tonic and has been widely used in Chinese hospitals to treat asthma, pneumonia and other respiratory conditions. It is also used by athletes to increase stamina, strength and endurance. Cordyceps attracted attention among athletes around the world in 1993 at the World Track and Field Championships in Stutgartt, Germany after nine Chinese runners, who regularly took cordyceps, broke six world records. For optimum stamina levels, many athletes have since utilized cordyceps to naturally enhance their performance. For greater lung capacity and for better breathing, cordyceps is said to keep the lungs healthy and can help prevent illnesses.

Cordyceps is an extremely effective and powerful life-enhancing agent now used by millions worldwide to increase energy and vitality and to promote respiratory, circulatory, and sexual health. Studies also show that cordyceps can enhance the immune system, increase the capacity of the body to produce energy and reduce fatigue, as well as support healthy liver and kidney function. In cardiovascular studies, cordyceps enhanced nutritional blood supply to the organs and extremities, specifically increasing blood supply to the brain, and defending the heart against stress. Researchers have also found that cordyceps is also an effective treatment for cancer, as it inhibits the growth, division, and proliferation of cancer cells in the body.

Another highly beneficial herb extract is from the Fenugreek seed, which is commonly found growing in the Mediterranean region. Fenugreek seeds contain protein, vitamin C, niacin, potassium, and diosgenin (a compound that has properties similar to estrogen), and promote healthy libido and testosterone functions in both women and men. Other benefits include improved body composition (increased lean body mass, enhanced muscles, diminished visceral fat), mood and cognition.

Fenugreek has been used to treat arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, improve digestion, maintain a healthy metabolism, increase libido and male potency, cure skin problems (wounds, rashes and boils), treat sore throat, and cure acid reflux. It also has a long history of use for the treatment of reproductive disorders, to induce labor, to treat hormonal disorders, to help with breast enlargement, and to reduce menstrual pain. Recent studies have shown that Fenugreek helps lower blood glucose and cholestrol levels, and may be an effective treatment for diabetes. Due to its estrogen-like properties, fenugreek has been found to help increase libido and lessen the effect of hot flashes and mood fluctuations that are common symptoms of menopause and PMS.