• Sure-Fire Ways to Spot a Weight Loss Scam

    Posted on September 25th, 2010

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    Weight loss scams are pretty common but unfortunately the scams are becoming more believable and “authentic.”  I was working on my computer recently and went into another room briefly.  When I returned, I noticed a window had popped up with an article entitled, 1 Tip of A Flat Belly: A Surprising New Way to Burn Fat Quickly. As I reviewed the article, I noticed the picture of the reporter, Karen Simpson.  Hmmm…interesting story I thought. I was intrigued that she used her journalistic skills to investigate whether these Acai Berry products really worked.  I scanned through the remainder of the article and noticed several places to click through and buy the product.  Huh?  Wait a minute, I thought this was an objective viewpoint.  Now I’m being directed to a site to purchase product.

    I dismissed the idea of purchasing the product and continued doing my work.  Bothered by what I read however, I did a quick search on the reporter (thank God for the internet!)  and her previous work.  What I found was shocking.  I came across another article entitled, 1 Tip of A Flat Belly: A Surprising New Way to Burn Fat Quickly.  Except this time the amazing products were Cho Yung Tea!

    Now get this; when you look at both articles, they’re exactly the same!  That’s right, the entire story is duplicated and these miracle products are endorsed by the same diet and fitness writer, Karen Simpson.  It’s a scam ya’ll!  I was angry and saddened by this reality.  Many folks will see what looks like a credible story on weight loss products and purchase them without question.  You have to be ever-scrutinizing when it comes to miracle weight-loss solutions and the easy fix.  So buyer beware, do your homework, and avoid getting scammed!

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  • A Healthier Trail Mix

    Posted on September 21st, 2010

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    Trail mix can carry all the trappings of fat, calories, and waistline challenges.  You have to know what trail mixes to avoid and what ingredients to use to keep it healthy and prevent unwanted weight gain.  I learned some tricks over the years on how to indulge in this favorite snack without wreaking [...]

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  • Childhood Obesity Didn’t Happen Overnight!

    Posted on September 14th, 2010

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    Michelle Obama is right on time with her mission to eradicate childhood obesity by the next generation.  Unfortunately though, childhood obesity isn’t a new problem.  Childhood obesity has been on the rise for many years and I can vividly remember a marker in this epidemic.
    I was an up and coming executive in [...]

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