Obesity Awareness Blitz

I was brainstorming with some of my fellow Pod members (we are a support group of sorts)...and we got the idea of a lifetime that we felt would really jet-propel one of our members into her true greatness while providing a rare opportunity for you to be the first to hear her story.

What if I told you...that you would hear a tale of 2 failed gastric bypass surgeries, a near-lifetime of obesity and its challenges, then an emergence of true transformation without expensive procedures, without expensive drugs, without hazardous risks...with just a safe and guaranteed program that was easy, fun, successful, and PERMANENT?

I am inviting you---no I am encouraging you---to tune into my live interview Sunday and Monday nights for "The Lady in the Red Pants" interview. Be the first in the world to hear her epic tale of overcoming tragedy and stepping into transformation!

Sunday, Aug. 29 at 7pm or Monday, Aug. 30 at 7pm

Call - 702-473-3463, Code: 832670#

Children and Diabetes - Stress

Illness and stress, often cause blood sugar levels to rise which can dramatically impact children with Type 1 diabetes. If your child doesn't feel well, that can impact their ability to keep up with schoolwork both at school and at home. It can be very hard to concentrate or be able to remember.  As parents and teachers, we can help reduce stress by offering to:

•  provide extra time for students answer questions on tests or other work.
•  being more patient as the student works to understand new ideas and concepts.
•  reassure students that they are not holding themselves or anyone back by having diabetes.

As children age they may temporarily be at the "perfect balance" of insulin and food intake for a while, however that can fluctuate. Life can be close to normal for during that time. Then something as simple as a growth spurt or a stressful event could suddenly throw everything off.  Early adolescence is an especially difficult time: hormones begin to turn boys and girls into men and women. Children may have more issues with blood sugar at this time and require more help emotionally and physically, both at home and at school.  Watch closely their stress levels as that can impact their immune system and make them more suseptible to other diseases.


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Click here to go to my Facebook Event Page for Children With Diabetes Campaign
Or contact me directly

Eileen Silva, Ph.D., N.D., C.T.N       

Metabolic Health & Weight Mgt.
www.dreileensilva.com

You can't be anything outside of yourself greater than you are within.....

Children with Diabetes Need Your Help!

Even with a "Bad Hair Day," we can make an impact in our world.  Check out this video!
Please help - children with diabetes need you!



How can you help?  Subscribe to this blog to keep imformed....
Click here to go to my Facebook Event Page for Children With Diabetes Campaign
Or contact me directly

Eileen Silva, Ph.D., N.D., C.T.N       

Metabolic Health & Weight Mgt.
www.dreileensilva.com

You can't be anything outside of yourself greater than you are within.....

Children and Diabetes - Help us Educate Families

I know that if you are like me your heart is broken by sight of suffering children...especially if there is something that we can do to make a difference.

Well, now there is....we, the First Fitness family are committed to changing the lives of families impacted by children with diabetes and we are reaching out to the educate, support, train and fund programs to the families in our communities who have children with diabetes.

Think about this: my sister-in-law went blind by the age of 19 from unregulated blood sugar complications caused by poor diet.

I am committed to changing that wherever I can. Please join me by supporting this cause - completely tax deductible - with 100% of your donation going to the diabetes project.

Simply reply with your pledge of any amount ($5, $20, $1,200).

Thank you in advance for considering this, and please forward this to everyone you know who has a heart for children. Time is of the essence!

Blessings,
Eileen

P.S. You may write the check to:"Works of Mercy", and mail to The Hegan Center, 501 San Juan, Southlake, TX 76092 or call us to use your credit card - 817.424.5204.

• $20 donation will deliver educational materials and supplies
• $40 donation will deliver the complete 90 day support system
• $110 donation will provide a food and product support program
• $150 donation will completely fund a family's total immersion program
• $1200 donation will fund 8 families.......
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• Eileen Silva, Ph.D., N.D., C.T.N       
  Metabolic Health & Weight Mgt.
  www.dreileensilva.com
  
  You can't be anything outside of yourself greater than you are within.....

Ask the Natural Doc....Diabetes

Living with Diabetes

One of the most frequent questions I receive is about Diabetes, like how to eat, how to cope, and what about the sugars? Here are some basic guidelines from a holistic and natural point of view.

Eat Better, Feel Better

Having been a metabolic weight control specialist for over 22 years, the weight issue is critical with type 2 diabetes particularly, because diabetes is the most age-accelerating disease. I would also point out that it hastens the onset of degenerative issues. Two main arenas for management and prevention of Diabetes are what we eat and what we do.

Nutrient Dense vs. Calorie Dense


Food is critical for Diabetics. However, most medical doctors will not have the specialization in nutrition to be able to offer sound advice relating to what you eat. Below are some of the highlights of what I cover with my patients.

• Drink water over carbonated beverages
• Choose whole grains over processed grains. (stay away from the boxed foods)
• Cook with leaner cuts of meat
• Eat fruits/veggies over chips or packaged snacks.
• Let your portion size match your activity levels.
• Choose lower glycemic foods over higher glycemic foods - link for chart

A resource that I regularly recommend is the First Fitness Eating Guide to help help you through changing your food lifestyle.  Also check out the American Diabetes Association website for additional resources.

Active Dense vs. Activity Dense

In addition to focusing on our food intake, it is equally as important to look at our activities. We all know the importance of exercise and GETTING THE WEIGHT OFF! Here are a few other tips to help in prevention and management of Diabetes.

• Find a good cause to focus on you will find your own problems become less stressful
• Being physically active allows you to feel more in charge of your health
• Parking further away, taking stairs over the elevator are excellent ways to reduce your risks for heart diseases and complications from diabetes
• Increasing your time moving (i.e., walking, biking, climbing stairs, swimming, dancing, house cleaning, etc.) will help your keep your circulation strong and reduce your weight as well!
• Keep a journal with your activities, starting with measuring your Body Mass Indicator (BMI) and monitor it monthly along with measuring waist and hips.

If You Have Diabetes...You still have the choice to manage the disease or let the disease manage you.

Have more question for the Natural Doc?    We'll post the answsers on the blog!
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Eileen Silva, Ph.D., N.D., C.T.N       

Metabolic Health & Weight Mgt.
www.dreileensilva.com

You can't be anything outside of yourself greater than you are within.....

Are YOU What YOU Eat?

The statistics are alarming....we are becoming a nation of extremes - obesity and diabetes are the new epidemics. Are you becoming one of those statistics? Are you experiencing weight gain that is unexplainable? You're on diet after diet, trying everything but it doesn't seem to work? Maybe you are more than just what you eat.......stress, disease, lifestyle, and more affect your body chemistry and keep you from being the ideal you. A wise person once said, "life and death begin in the colon."

Now you can get past the "crap" and take charge of your health!  Weight is a symptom of a health issue and it starts inside the body chemistry.

Eileen Silva, Ph.D., N.D., C.T.N       

Metabolic Health & Weight Mgt.
www.dreileensilva.com

You can't be anything outside of yourself greater than you are within.....

Liver Stones Can Ruin Your Evening...

     The dreaded gallbladder attack.  You know you are having a bad day when you feel like you ate the whole thing...5 hours after you have finished gobbling down your dinner.  Well, as bad as it is to realize that such a problem might not be really simple to fix, it is even more sobering to consider what issues taking out your gallbladder might create...
     And yet that is what countless people around the world do every day... looking for the fast "fix", not realizing that they are trading one problem for another.  You see, your gallbladder is helping you digest your food by making digestive enzymes.  Without it, your indigestion is likely to worsen!
     Did you know that you can actually cleanse your liver/gallbladder area  without surgery?  If you or someone you know would like to get my tried and true, super-dooper best flush ever---a mere 4 days to a new you---by simply writing me at eileen@dreileensilva.com and asking me for your free directions.
    As someone who had serious digestive problems for years, I encourage you to realize, as I now do, that you can feel great and eat a wider range of foods than ever once you learn how to take charge of your own health.
    And another thing:  since your liver is your fat-metabolizing organ of the body, by doing my incredible
flush, you will also set yourself up for easier weight loss and better fitness...not to mention fewer mood swings.  So what do you have to lose but a few dozen (or more) liver/gall stones?  Stay tuned to Your Natural Doc for more healthbites on my next blog.
    

Eileen Silva, Ph.D., N.D., C.T.N       

Metabolic Health & Weight Mgt.
www.dreileensilva.com

You can't be anything outside of yourself greater than you are within.....