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The Best Chocolate Cacao On The Planet: SWEET RIOT

August 22, 2009 by angishields

I’m very picky when it comes to chocolate. First of all, I only like Dark Chocolate….can’t stand milk chocolate. There is data out there to suggest that chocolate made from 70% cacao(the actual bean chocolate is made from) has antioxidant properties from Theobromine (a vasodilator that expands blood vessels) and the amino acid, Phenylethylamine. That’s good enough for me! I don’t eat tons of chocolate but when I want a sweet snack more than an apple or an orange this is my favorite. I came across this product several years ago and I’m so glad I did. I love the little tins the chocolate is packaged in and only 140 calories per tin, makes it the perfect snack. They make it in 50%, 60%, 70% cacao and trust me there all good, but I totally dig the 50’s. They sell them in variety packs so try them all. They are not sold in tons of stores yet so the best place to get them is online at www.sweetriot.com. I have spotted them at Whole Foods Market and in the cafe at Lifetime Fitness.

How To Choose An Exercise Program You’ll Actually Do

August 21, 2009 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

How To Choose An Exercise Program You’ll Actually Do

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In today’s Wellness Minute Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy explain how to choose the right fitness program for you. Choosing an exercise program that fits is a little tricky. Most people don’t think much about it and just join a gym or they buy a treadmill. It is much better to choose an activity that you like to do rather than doing something that you think will whip you into shape. If you don’t really like to attend spin classes then you will probably quit at the first schedule conflict. So first get a doctor to check you out physically to get their blessing. Then pick something that requires you to move and fits your age and health. And don’t jump right in -check it out first – go to a class or take the exercise equipment for a test drive. Once you decide you like it then go for it. Listen right now to hear Dr Fitness’ tips. Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy’s Wellness Minutes improve your health in 3 minutes a day or less. iTunes Follow me on Twitter @FatGuy

Jim and Ron interview “Save the Chairs” inventor Karen Nadler Sachs.

August 21, 2009 by angishields

The Launch Hour

Jim and Ron interview “Save the Chairs” inventor Karen Nadler Sachs.

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Jim and Ron interview Karen Nadler Sachs, inventor of the Save the Chairs, which is a product designed to cover and protect chairs. Unlike most slip covers the “Save the Chairs” is a universal product that is adjustable to fit practically any sized chair. It also protects the chair from spills, accidents, and even animal hair. With her sewing background it was easy for Karen to create this useful solution to a common problem. Her journey involved lots of twists and turns and continues today. Hear her fantastic story!

Radio Show Recap: New SobeFit Magazine Issue is Out. Dr Gourmet Weighs In On Carbs. LA Justice’s A Slimmer You. And The Six O’Clock Scramble Cure

August 21, 2009 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

Radio Show Recap: New SobeFit Magazine Issue is Out. Dr Gourmet Weighs In On Carbs. LA Justice’s A Slimmer You. And The Six O’Clock Scramble Cure

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The most entertaining weight loss and fitness podcast show on radio.” Please click PLAY to listen to the latest Dr. Fitness and the Fat Guy radio show podcast broadcasting live each week from the Atlanta Business RadioX studio in Atlanta, GA, USA. To download the show on iTunes please click on this link

Before we got too far into the show we gave our listeners an update on the SobeFit magazine Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy Weight Loss Challenge. Week eight has ended and Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy have lost a combined 22 pounds. We are now 28 pounds away from our goal of a 50 pound weight loss in 3 months. Marta Monetenegro, the founder of SobeFit, is our coach and she will be coming on the show to help. Please send your tips and words of encouragement or sabotage to adam @ drfitnessandthefatguy.com or to @FatGuy on Twitter. And remember to check out SobeFit magazine at www.sobefitmagazine.com

On today’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy opened the show with Marta Montenegro with SobeFit magazine. She shared some great information about what is in the new How to Be Healthier issue of SobeFit magazine. Subscribe to the best fitness magazine in America at www.sobefitmagazine.

Next up Dr Tim Harlan aka Dr Gourmet came on his regular segment to explain the role of carbohydrates in your diet. He talked Glycemic Index and told us about how his website and program helps. To learn more please go to www.drgourmet.com

Next LA Justice author of more books on more subjects than just about anyone we have ever met came on to talk about her new book A Slimmer You. LA has worked with some of the biggest tabloids in the world so she knows about the secrets to weight loss. Her book has 93 easy to follow tips to help you right away. To learn more please go to her website www.smartbooksusa.com

We closed the show with Aviva Goldfarb author of the Six O’Clock Scramble. Her seasonal online weekly meal planner and now book is hugely popular online and in family and health publications. Go to her website www.thescramble.com to learn more about how to avoid that mealtime chaos by planning ahead.

Remember, you can find a tip a day at our new website www.wellnessminutes.com or on iTunes here.

Count Calories. Lose Weight?

August 20, 2009 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

Count Calories. Lose Weight?

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In today’s Wellness Minute Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy explain how counting calories can help you lose weight. Studies say that their is a better chance for you to lose weight if you keep track of the amount of food (calories) you consume. By writing down what and when you are eating you have a greater awareness of how much and why you eat. Write things down as you eat and drink them rather than waiting until the end of the day and trying to remember – because invariably you will forget that handful of candy at your friends desk or that bite of hamburger your kid didn’t finish. And beware – restaurant calories are much higher for the same foods as home cooked meals because restaurants love to use a lot of butter in their dishes which adds lots of extra calories that you wouldn’t have at home. Remember, if you bite it – you write it. (Same with drinking – but I don’t have a rhyme for that.) Listen right now to hear Dr Fitness’ tips. Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy’s Wellness Minutes improve your health in 3 minutes a day or less. iTunes Follow me on Twitter @FatGuy

Michael Nadeau Shares his Expertise; and Health Tips on Re-energizing Your Wellness Program in September

August 19, 2009 by angishields

Good Health is Good Business

Michael Nadeau Shares his Expertise; and Health Tips on Re-energizing Your Wellness Program in September

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Michael Nadeau, President of Viverae, www.viverae.com, joined the show to share his expertise and to describe the value that his company brings to the wellness marketplace. Hear his entire interview on this link: Good Health 08182009 Interview.MP3.

Also, listen to Mr. Nadeau’s thoughts on what is the most successful engagement strategy to get employees involved in health and wellness: Good Health 08182009 Engagement.MP3.

During the show’s health news segment, the hosts provided: an update on the Mental Health Parity Act, research that appears to contradict the benefits of fruits & vegetables, and a unique phsyician & community-based physical activity initiative occurring in New Mexico.

Finally, Dr. Rearick and Stephen hightlight that September is one of the most active times of the year in terms of the number of national health observances occurring within the month. Hear why this is so; ;and what companies should be doing to take advantage of this fact: Good Health 08182009 Tip.MP3.

Essential Weight Loss Tips

August 19, 2009 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

Essential Weight Loss Tips

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In today’s Wellness Minute Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy share some of our most essential tips to help you lose weight. Before you can begin to change any behaviors it is important to assess exactly where you stand in the present. So use a diary or journal and write down what and when and why you eat and exercise. Once you see where you are and decide you truly want to change then you are ready to tackle one behavioral change. Start slowly. A first change might be to drink less sweetened beverages each day – with the objective to cut them all out over time because you don’t want to be drinking your calories. Another change might be to add some exercise or fitness into your daily routine. Listen right now to hear Dr Fitness’ tips. Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy’s Wellness Minutes improve your health in 3 minutes a day or less. iTunes Follow me on Twitter @FatGuy

CrunchGear Editor John Biggs Reviews His Favorite Fitness Gadgets

August 19, 2009 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

CrunchGear Editor John Biggs Reviews His Favorite Fitness Gadgets

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On today’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy had on John Biggs editor of CrunchGear. Mr. Biggs shared his new love to one of our past guests the Vibram Five Fingers shoe. John has had some fott problems and he feels these shoes help him get back on the road running again. John gave us the inside scoop to one of Dr Fitness’ favorite gadgets from Apple and Nike. He has been using the Nike Plus for about a month to track his runs. But he doesn’t like to listen to music when he runs so be bought a wrist band that tracks his runs instead of his iPod. John said you don’t even have to buy Nike shoes to use this device you can just get a velcro pouch and put the little monitoring thingy into and put it on any shoe. John also told us about a new Garmin product that features a virtual racer who races you on your watch. To learn more about all things gadgets go to www.crunchgear.com

For more Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy check out our Wellness Minutes blog where we give you in depth information on health, fitness and weight loss topics in 3 minutes or less every single day. iTunes Follow me on Twitter @FatGuy

Back to School Health Tips for Parents

August 18, 2009 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

Back to School Health Tips for Parents

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In today’s Wellness Minute Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy share some back to school tips for parents. Remember parents part of your job is to be a role model for healthy living for your children. So if you eat healthy nutritious foods so will your kids. If you pack a healthy snack like a fruit when you go to work then do the same for your child. If you eat a healthy breakfast each morning so will your kids. And if you wash your hands vigorously after you go to the bathroom and before meals so will your kid. Listen right now to hear Dr Fitness’ tips. Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy’s Wellness Minutes improve your health in 3 minutes a day or less. iTunes Follow me on Twitter @FatGuy