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Even though Cha-Cha-Chia seeds are most famous for growing hair on their self-named pets, their lesser known qualities are probably more impressive. Chia seeds are one of the most unique and nutrient-packed foods on the market today.  Originally grown in Central and South America, these black or white seeds have been a staple in the natives’ diet for centuries.  It was our belief in the health benefits of chia seeds that caused us to make them one of the core ingredients in our Trim Fuel Bars.

Let’s take a look at the specific benefits of chia seeds.  Learn how these superfoods can enhance your overall health.

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Trim Nutrition is very happy to announce that we have opened up our affiliate program to customers.  This means that all our customers are eligible to earn commissions on any business they refer to us.

How Does it Work?

Simple.  Once you have activated your affiliate account you’ll be given a link and a referral code.  If your friends click on your link or enter your code on checkout, they’ll receive a 5% discount and you’ll receive a commission of 10% of their order total.

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Are you terrified of needles?  Does the thought of poking yourself cause a panic attack?  Do you break into a cold sweat at the mere mention of an injection?  You are not alone.

According to a recent study in Australia (not a country known for wussies), 22% of participants claimed a fear of needles.  The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual acknowledges Trypanophobia (fear of needles) as a specific phobia and affects about 10% of Americans.

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Winter is a tough season. The weather can be bone chilling, and the days are short and dark. Going outside is not an enjoyable experience. It’s easy to stay indoors, vegging out in front of the TV while surrounded by your favorite comfort foods. As your winter hibernation progresses, the numbers on the scale slowly starts to creep up. Find out how you can keep off those pesky winter pounds.

Exercise

The first weapon in your arsenal is exercise. We need to keep our metabolisms fired up and working at peak capacity. Exercise is a great way to make this happen.

Many people find they lack the motivation to go to the gym after work. The cold, dark night is more conducive to a speedy trip home – not extra exposure to the harsh elements. Plan for these feelings; try to schedule your workout during the day. Can you slip out during your lunch break?

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Sucralose is a popular food sweetener made from sugar, but is 600 times sweeter. Sucralose has zero calories and is stable in many different foods. Over the last several years I have had patients and friends ask me my opinion about Sucralose (Splenda). The strange thing is that even after I offer my supportive opinion some still seem uncertain. There are few that aggressively provide me with their professional overview of the dangers of Sucralose. However, there is one problem, none of them qualify as an expert in the field of nutrition, so I asked them to present me with some legitimate data supporting the risks or hazards of Sucralose –I still have not received any to date. As a matter of fact, I have discussed this topic with several respected nutritional experts and they agree that that Sucralose is a safe and effective sugar alternative.

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Lipotropic compounds are those which help catalyze the break down of fat during metabolism in the body. Methionine, Choline, Inositol and Betaine are examples of lipotropics. The primary function of lipotropics in the body is to prevent the build up of excess fat in the liver. Lipotropics increase the liver's production of lecithin. Lecithin breaks up cholesterol and moves it through the bloodstream without clogging the arteries. Methionine and Choline are also responsible for detoxifying the metabolic waste generated by the breakdown of proteins in the body.

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