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Changing Sizes no longer allowed to sell Bariatrix Nutrition Corp Proti Products

noreply@blogger.com (Changing Sizes.com) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 04:53:00 +0000

NOTE TO CHANGING SIZES CUSTOMERS:

For the entire month of May we have been having backorder and shipment issues with our supplier, Bariatrix Nutrition Corp. Last week they informed us that the shipment delays were not all related to issues with items being out of stock, but do to the fact that they have an issue with the price points we have been selling to customers for the better part of a year. They have informed us that they will no longer ship product to us if we continue to sell online and undersell their retail locations they supply across the country. They never once informed us in 8 month that this was the policy of Bariatrix Nutrition Corp, and have effectively put our operation and staff out of business, including our online counseling services as without the product sales we are unable to provide that service as well.

We offered to increase our retail prices to address the issue of online pricing as many of our customers have informed us that they do not order from us and participate on our online program just because of the price, but also the convience of doing it from your home, which is the reason we founded this operation. We disagree with Bariatrix Nutrition's position in this matter as we think it should be up to the consumer to decide how and were the buy products.

We will continue to try and find a solution to this matter, and if you have any imput on this matter, or would like to be notified when/if it's resolved, please email us at admin@changingsizes.com and we will keep you informed.

I sincerely apologize for the delays and problems as we were hoping to work this out, but it does not appear that is an immediate option at this point.

We have appreciated your business, and if we can work this out to continue in any fashion, I will be happy to let you know, but as it stands it seems Bariatrix does not want to allow Internet sales (even though they have allowed us in the past, and continue to allow others).

Again, I apologize for the problems and we hope to have a solution soon.

Aaron Chandler

Operations Manager

Changing Sizes

noreply@blogger.com (Changing Sizes.com) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 04:53:00 +0000

NOTE TO CHANGING SIZES CUSTOMERS:

I sincerely apologize for the delays and problems as we were hoping to work this out, but it does not appear that is an immediate option at this point.

Again, I apologize for the problems and we hope to have a solution soon.

Aaron Chandler

Operations Manager

Changing Sizes

Changing Sizes New Product Launches!

noreply@blogger.com (Changing Sizes.com) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:28:00 +0000

Changing Sizes has two exciting new product launches:

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		Single Bottle (60 capsules) Reg ~~$15.00~~ Our Price: $13.00
	3 PACK OFFER - Save $4.50! 3 Month supply at the recommend daily dosage.	3 PACK (3 bottles) Reg: ~~$45.00~~ Our Price: $34.50

Soma Labs Carb Blocker™
Changing Sizes's Carb Blocker™ tablets:
1 bottle of 90 pills to a bottle.

The Great Northern White Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris)
contains an inhibitor of alpha-amylase, an enzyme
that promotes the breakdown of starch in the
human gastrointestinal track. Ingestion of this
inhibitor ("starch blocker"), which
is present in the protein faction of the bean,
can reduce the digestion of starch in foods
so that less sugars are absorbed, this reducing
available caloric content of some foods. Chitosan
binds fat in the small intestine and reduces
fat absorption.

Carb Blocker™ contains an amount of alpha-amylase,
that under ideal conditions can block the digestion
and absorption of up to 100 grams of starch,
thus reducing the caloric content of high starch
foods, such as pasta.

Single
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Our Price: $22.00

Case (10 bottles)
Reg: ~~$340.00~~
Our Price: $200.00

Waistlines grow with carb addiction: Researchers Show

noreply@blogger.com (Changing Sizes.com) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 19:55:00 +0000

Carb addiction is real, according to researchers who fear that by taking fat out of snacks, food producers are replacing it with more carbohydrates and making them even more addictive.

Addiction to high glycemic index (GI) foods - which includes white bread, white bagels, white rice and breakfast cereals - is playing a key role in why people are getting fatter, researchers from New Zealand say.

The glycemic index is a measure of how fast and by how much a food raises blood sugar and insulin levels.

"GI may be the element of food that, like nicotine in cigarettes, predicts its addictive potential," the researchers write in the journal, Medical Hypotheses.

But the focus is on getting fat out of food. Often a food's carb content increases as a result.

If their hypothesis is right, "these foods may be more reinforcing of overeating behaviour than those they have replaced," the researchers say.

In 2004, nearly seven million Canadian adults were overweight, and another 4.5 million were obese. Obesity among adults has nearly doubled since 1978, to 23 per cent in 2004. Despite a drum beat of bad news about the health risks, the numbers are rising.

"We always talk about people making poor choices and not sticking to their diets and not following Canada's food guide," says Dr. Arya Sharma, professor of medicine and chair for cardiovascular obesity research and management at the University of Alberta in Edmonton.

"Part of what makes it so difficult are these addictive type behaviours. When people have a problem with mood, when they have a problem with stress or boredom, turning to food for comfort or reward makes a lot of sense."

Imaging studies show highly palatable foods stimulate the same parts of the brain as cocaine and other drugs of abuse. When addicts come off their drug of use, they often transfer those addictions to food, Sharma says.

The idea that "one of the biggest drivers of the obesity epidemic is in fact emotional eating and food addiction is something that I believe is under appreciated," she says.

This week, food addiction researchers are meeting in Houston to create public awareness and develop guidelines to identify foods that cause obsessive, uncontrollable cravings.

Some want food addiction included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, psychiatry's official guidebook of mental illnesses. The next edition is due out in 2012.

Researchers say people with addictive eating behaviours exhibit the classic features of addiction: They "use" more over time, they use to avoid unpleasant feelings, they eat more than they intend to, they fail in repeated attempts to cut down, and they overeat despite "negative consequences." A key feature is loss of control.

Dr. Simon Thornley, public health medicine registrar for the Auckland Regional Public Health Service, and his colleagues say the idea that rapidly digested carbs are particularly addictive parallels what is known about nicotine dependency.

Unlike nicotine patches or gum, a cigarette provides "the ultimate in fast delivery," with peak concentrations hitting the smoker's central nervous system within seconds of inhaling.

The same holds for refined, high-starch carbohydrates, the researchers say: A doughnut causes blood glucose levels to shoot up faster than eating low-glycemic carbs such as broccoli. People get a burst of energy, but soon after feel sluggish and hungry again. What's more, high-glycemic foods drive up the production of insulin, which tells the body to make and store fat.

Changing the way foods such as breads and cereals are processed could lead to significant public health gains, the researchers say.

© Copyright (c) The Calgary Herald

How Protein helps your weight loss

noreply@blogger.com (Changing Sizes.com) — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:12:00 +0000

Our bodies need protein to build strong bones, muscles, skin, and cells. Because we can't store protein in our bodies the way we can store carbohydrates, we need to make sure we eat enough protein every day. But is all protein created equal?

Alexa Schmitt, RD, a clinical nutritionist at Massachusetts General Hospital, says that what makes a protein "good" or "bad" is its saturated fat content. Proteins that are high in saturated fats can raise your cholesterol level, which in turn puts you at higher risk for heart disease. Most adults need to eat 40 to 65 grams of protein each day. And though most Americans already eat more protein than they need, we don't necessarily eat enough of the "good" protein. So how can we make smart choices about which sources of protein to choose?

Good Sources of Protein
Here are a variety of protein choices you probably encounter every day:

Meats. Schmitt says that salami, steak, and chicken with skin are meats that are high in protein but also high in saturated fat. A six-ounce steak, for instance, has almost all the protein you need for one day, but that same steak has nearly 75 percent of your daily saturated fat intake. Does this mean you have to give up your Italian sub sandwiches or Philly cheesesteaks? Not necessarily. Schmitt recommends moderation: "Try to eat these meats only once or twice a week," she says.
Lean meats. Luckily, there are also leaner choices for die-hard meat eaters. Chicken, turkey, fish, and beef that is 95 percent lean are still high in protein but have less fat, especially the saturated fats that can lead to high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Soy. Schmitt says that soy proteins are rich in protein and low in saturated fats. She recommends edamame (baby soybeans) and vegetarian meat alternatives such as soy nuggets and veggie burgers. Look for these in the refrigerator case at your local supermarket. Edamame is usually served lightly boiled and salted, often as a part of Japanese and Chinese cuisine. If you don't have an Asian specialty market near you, check the freezer section of conventional supermarkets, which sometimes carry edamame.
Beans, legumes, and nuts. All varieties of beans are good sources of protein and low in saturated fats, Schmitt says. Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, taste delicious on salads or in hummus, a low-fat dip. Spicy vegetarian chili recipes can be a flavorful alternative to traditional chili. Legumes such as dried peas and lentils can also be used in chili and stews. And nuts, when eaten in moderation, are another good source of protein that is not high in fat.
Dairy. Dairy products are often overlooked as sources of protein, but they are certainly worth mentioning, says Schmitt. Some dairy products are higher in saturated fat than others. She recommends the low-fat versions of cottage cheese, Greek-style yogurt, and ricotta cheese, not only because of their value as a protein source but because they also make an easy and convenient snack.

In addition to choosing good sources of protein, it can also be useful to plan your meals ahead of time. Advance planning can help you identify the foods that you tend to eat too much of, allowing you to make better substitutions beforehand.

Things to Remember
When choosing protein sources, remember that while you might get the same amount of protein from high- and low-fat options, you run the risk of increasing your blood pressure and cholesterol levels by choosing sources with a higher fat content. Consider leaner cuts of meats and getting more of your daily protein from plant sources to protect your heart.

For more information on how healthy protein can help your diet success, visit www.changingsizes.com.

Holiday weight gain - how to avoid the extra pounds!

noreply@blogger.com (Changing Sizes.com) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:18:00 +0000

Changing Sizes Holiday Quick Facts:

350: The average number of calories in an eight-ounce serving of eggnog.

27: Grams of fat in a typical slice of homemade pecan pie.
340: Calories per one-cup serving of stuffing.
60: The average number of minutes a 150-pound person would need to spend walking briskly to burn off that cup of eggnog.

As the holidays approach, many of us get that sinking feeling, wondering "Will I be able to stick to my weight loss plan in the face of so much temptation?" First, the good news: Government surveys report that the average weight gain between Thanksgiving and New Year's is just over one pound (although overweight individuals tend to gain up to five pounds).

Now, the bad news: Whatever weight you gain over the holidays is likely to stick with you. According to the National Institutes of Health, most Americans never lose the weight they gained during the winter festivities. The pounds add up year after year, making holiday weight gain a contributing factor in the obesity epidemic.

Holiday meals require a great deal of planning, so put forth that extra effort to make the meal a healthy one. The average Thanksgiving dinner has more than 2,000 calories - but you can preserve the merriment while cutting the fat and calories by substituting new, healthier holiday foods for the traditional favorites. Try replacing rich gravies with turkey broth, or serve salsa and low-calorie dips in place of creamy dips and dressings. In addition to sticking to a plan over the holidays, there are additional steps you can take to preserve your health and fitness throughout the winter months:

Stay focused on what really matters. Rather than celebrating food, celebrate good company and the camaraderie of family and friends, or plan a few enjoyable activities other than eating.
Take a few minutes each day to relax and re-energize. Although the holidays are a time of joy and giving, they also can be a source of stress (which, for many of us, leads to overeating). Practice saying no to any low-priority engagements, and take 15 minutes each day to take a walk, stretch, read, or engage in an activity you enjoy.
Beware of emotional eating. The holidays bring out different emotions in all of us. But studies show that feelings, both good and bad, are the primary culprit in what drives us to overeat.
Keep moving. A vacation from work or school doesn't mean a vacation from exercise. Schedule at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity in your day.
Don't skip meals. Continue to eat your normal meals on celebration day, rather than reserving your hunger for a one-meal binge.

When holiday season rolls around, we feel entitled to overindulge, as if customs and traditions - even unhealthy ones - dictate our diets. We all look forward to times of celebration to gather with family and friends and yes, enjoy good food. But this year, in the midst of all the bustle and gift-giving, try splurging on the true gifts of the season rather than the temporary delights.

Visit our Members Area for more Holiday tips and recipes to make sure you stay on track though the holiday season!

Keeping a food diary can double a person's weight loss!

noreply@blogger.com (Changing Sizes.com) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 03:00:00 +0000

Keeping a food diary, like the one we provide to our Members here at ChangingSizes.com.com, can double a person's weight loss according to a study from Kaiser Permanente's Center for Health Research. The findings, from one of the largest and longest running weight loss maintenance trials ever conducted, was published in the August issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.

Funded by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute at the National
Institutes of Health, the study is one of the few studies to recruit a large
percentage of African Americans as study participants (44 percent). African
Americans have a higher risk of conditions that are aggravated by being
overweight, including diabetes and heart disease. In this study, the majority of
African American participants lost at least nine pounds of weight, which is
higher than in previous studies.

"The more food records people kept, the more weight they lost," said
lead author Jack Hollis Ph.D., a researcher at Kaiser Permanente's Center for
Health Research in Portland, Ore. "Those who kept daily food records lost twice
as much weight as those who kept no records. It seems that the simple act of
writing down what you eat encourages people to consume fewer calories."
In addition to keeping food diaries and turning them in at weekly support group
meetings, participants were asked to follow a heart-healthy DASH (a Dietary
Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet rich in fruits and vegetables and low-fat
or non-fat dairy, attend weekly group sessions and exercise at moderate
intensity levels for at least 30 minutes a day. After six months, the average
weight loss among the nearly 1,700 participants was approximately 13 pounds.
More than two-thirds of the participants (69 percent) lost at least nine pounds,
enough to reduce their health risks and qualify for the second phase of the
study, which lasted 30 months and tested strategies for maintaining the weight
loss.

"More than two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese. If we all
lost just nine pounds, like the majority of people in this study did, our nation
would see vast decreases in hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, heart
disease and stroke," said study co-author Victor Stevens, Ph.D., a Kaiser
Permanente researcher. For example, in an earlier study Stevens found that
losing as little as five pounds can reduce the risk of developing high blood
pressure by 20 percent. The Kaiser Permanente Care Management Institute's
Weight Management Initiative has recommended food journaling as a strategy for
losing weight since 2002. The Weight Management Initiative unites clinicians,
researchers, insurers, and policymakers to identify practical, effective,
non-surgical approaches for the prevention and treatment of overweight and
obesity.

"Keeping a food diary or weight loss journal doesn't have to be a
formal thing. Just the act of scribbling down what you eat on a Post-It note,
sending yourself e-mails tallying each meal, or sending yourself a text message
will suffice. It's the process of reflecting on what you eat that helps us
become aware of our habits, and hopefully change our behavior," says Keith
Bachman, MD, a Weight Management Initiative member. "Every day I hear patients
say they can't lose weight. This study shows that most people can lose weight if
they have the right tools and support. And food journaling in conjunction with a
weight management program or class is the ideal combination of tools and
support."

The study, coordinated by the Kaiser Permanente Center for Health
Research in Portland, also was conducted at Duke University Medical Center,
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, and Johns Hopkins University. In addition
to Hollis and Stevens, the Kaiser Permanente research team included William M.
Vollmer, Ph.D.; Cristina M. Gullion, Ph.D.; Kristine Funk, M.S.; and Daniel
Laferriere, MR. Other study co-authors included Phillip J. Brantley, Ph.D. and
Catherine M. Champagne, Ph.D. at Pennington; Jamy D. Ard, MD, at the University
of Alabama at Birmingham; Thomas P. Erlinger, MD, MPH, at the University of
Texas; Lawrence J. Appel, M.D., and Arlene Dalcin at Johns Hopkins; Pao-Hwa Lin,
Ph.D., and Laura P. Svetkey, MD, at Duke University; Carmen Samuel-Hodge, Ph.D.
from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; and Catherine M. Loria,
Ph.D., at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and National Institutes
of Health.

Changing Sizes online program can provide tools like the weight loss diary, exercise journal, calorie counter database, and most importantly, one-on-one personal weight loss counseling to help insure you have the tools and support to not only have success with your initial weight loss, but REALLY learn how to change your lifestyle and keep it off!

ChangingSizes Grand Opening

noreply@blogger.com (Changing Sizes.com) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 23:54:00 +0000

We are proud to announce our Grand Opening of ChangingSizes.com -

Part of a successful diet plan includes the right foods & snacks. Recently, major nationwide diet services like LA Weight Loss and Pure Weight Loss have closed their doors all over the country and left all the clients without the means to continue their weight loss goals. We are here to help you continue your diet success by providing you the same nutritional supplements and food products that you may no longer have access to, and at a lower cost than you can pay elsewhere! Browse our selection and get back on track today!

DIRECT FROM THE SOURCE FOR A LOWER COST TO YOU!

COMMING SOON: An online weight loss clinic - Soon you will be able to join our online weight loss counseling service, and just like local weight loss centers in your area, will be able to gain access in a one-on-one basis to a personal ChangingSizes Weight Loss Coach that will review your progress, discuss options and adjust your diet to personalize your weight loss program. In addition, the online tools will provide you more of a benefit than your local center with online weigh in, food diary, menu planner, restaurant menu guide to keep you on plan, and much much more! This advanced system will provide you with the two keys that are most helpful in any weight loss program: Teaching you to eat right, and the daily accountability to our Coaches that will help keep you on track and reach your goal weight. All this and a MUCH lower cost than you would pay joining a local clinic, praying they will give you the customer service and guidance you need, and still be in business the next time you go!

One thing to note about ChangingSizes - we are here to make you succeed in your weight loss battle. If you don't succeed, than we don't either. You will never pre-pay for anything up front with us - if you pay for it, you get it now, even when buying in bulk. No risk! Customer service is our #2 goal. Your weight loss success is #1.

Comments, suggestions, and requests are welcome - that's what this blog is here for!

Thanks, and Welcome!

The ChangingSizes Team