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Monday, November 16, 2015
It's Time: Welcome to our blog. [1]
It's Time: Welcome to our blog. [1]: We are creating this place for us to share our story. We want to be able to point family and friends back to this place so we can share our...
To Missy and James
Thank you for your courage to share It's Time.. May your words inspire and help others walking the same lane. May your story begin book 2 in a blanket full of joy in your arms.Even though I have mourned, I understand not a whit of what you are going through. I cannot imagine the grief and the pain and anguish you both have experienced over and over. Praying for you and baby Smith.
Much love to you both.
Carol
To Missy and James
Thank you for your courage to share It's Time.. May your words inspire and help others walking the same lane. May your story begin book 2 in a blanket full of joy in your arms.Even though I have mourned, I understand not a whit of what you are going through. I cannot imagine the grief and the pain and anguish you both have experienced over and over. Praying for you and baby Smith.
Much love to you both.
Carol
Thursday, November 12, 2015
The Struggle is Real
The Struggle is Real
This morning, I lugged my computer bag out to the car, opened the trunk and what did I see? My Dear Husband (DH) had a stash of cakes, cookies and pies in there. I found another stash of cookies stored with the coffee beans. It was bad enough I saw those first thing this morning. And then the trunk full of temptation! The nerve! Bakery chocolate Ho Hos, no less, hanging out with chocolate chip cookies, pumpkin pie, a vanilla bundt cake and cupcakes! WHO CAN RESIST? AM I STEEL?
Last week, I found another hidden cache of cookies with the olive oil. Really!?? I married a walking sweet tooth who weighs 120 pounds soaking wet with boots and a belt buckle! No weight problem there. His lab work is beautiful. No blood sugar issues at all. This is not fair.
Don't get me wrong. I have experienced victories. My pants are one size smaller now since the first Ketopia 10 Day Reset. I feel better. My brain is working again. I have energy out the whazzoo. Then I find stashes of cookies! IN THE TRUNK. AND With the coffee. AND With the olive oil. GRRRR!
On a positive note, I lost 2 pounds since logging back on to MyFitness Pal a couple of days ago. This app tracks foods eaten, counts calories, carbs, fats and proteins. I paired it up with Pedometer Pace which tracks sleep, water intake, and how much exercise I get. It has been essential to my success. (Without it, I went over the carb limit.)
Last week I ran out of Dough Bites. I succumbed to the temptation when I found his stash. My excuse was that I was out of Dough Bites. My excuse was that I am mad and this will SHOW HIM! I thought to myself, that if I fail, it is all HIS fault.
Ha! That did not show him anything. It did not affect him at all. It showed me my own flesh and weakness. It showed me what is really buried deep down inside. UGLY. It is not him. It is me.
Today, I held firm. I did not eat an additional Dough Bite to get through it. I resisted the cookies. Partly, because I lost 2 pounds and I feel inspired and successful. Partly, because I just got mad. I got angry that it was there. I got mad that I still wanted a cookie. I got mad that last week I caved in to the struggle.
I am playing for keeps in front of God and everyone. I am determined to win over my taste buds and these blatant temptations. I must lead myself so I can lead and inspire others. Even though the odds seem stacked against me, the determination to break free will prevail, regardless of the things around me. This is not a matter of what DH does. This is a matter of what is in my heart, of what is the real issue INSIDE.
It is not his fault I ate the cookies. I chose. Sugar is everywhere! I do not blame anyone else who eats sugary cookies around me. If I eat one, that is on me, not on any one else. Why blame DH for his stash?
So if you can relate to this same struggle, take heart. You are not alone. Choose to stay the course. You, too, shall prevail. We will win together. Cookies crumble!
Let's blast some more fat.
Getting fit with you,
Dr. Carol ND.
www.simplebusiness.us
This morning, I lugged my computer bag out to the car, opened the trunk and what did I see? My Dear Husband (DH) had a stash of cakes, cookies and pies in there. I found another stash of cookies stored with the coffee beans. It was bad enough I saw those first thing this morning. And then the trunk full of temptation! The nerve! Bakery chocolate Ho Hos, no less, hanging out with chocolate chip cookies, pumpkin pie, a vanilla bundt cake and cupcakes! WHO CAN RESIST? AM I STEEL?
Don't get me wrong. I have experienced victories. My pants are one size smaller now since the first Ketopia 10 Day Reset. I feel better. My brain is working again. I have energy out the whazzoo. Then I find stashes of cookies! IN THE TRUNK. AND With the coffee. AND With the olive oil. GRRRR!
On a positive note, I lost 2 pounds since logging back on to MyFitness Pal a couple of days ago. This app tracks foods eaten, counts calories, carbs, fats and proteins. I paired it up with Pedometer Pace which tracks sleep, water intake, and how much exercise I get. It has been essential to my success. (Without it, I went over the carb limit.)
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Last week I ran out of Dough Bites. I succumbed to the temptation when I found his stash. My excuse was that I was out of Dough Bites. My excuse was that I am mad and this will SHOW HIM! I thought to myself, that if I fail, it is all HIS fault.
Ha! That did not show him anything. It did not affect him at all. It showed me my own flesh and weakness. It showed me what is really buried deep down inside. UGLY. It is not him. It is me.
Today, I held firm. I did not eat an additional Dough Bite to get through it. I resisted the cookies. Partly, because I lost 2 pounds and I feel inspired and successful. Partly, because I just got mad. I got angry that it was there. I got mad that I still wanted a cookie. I got mad that last week I caved in to the struggle.
THIS IS FOR REAL!!! Can you relate?
I am playing for keeps in front of God and everyone. I am determined to win over my taste buds and these blatant temptations. I must lead myself so I can lead and inspire others. Even though the odds seem stacked against me, the determination to break free will prevail, regardless of the things around me. This is not a matter of what DH does. This is a matter of what is in my heart, of what is the real issue INSIDE.
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It is not his fault I ate the cookies. I chose. Sugar is everywhere! I do not blame anyone else who eats sugary cookies around me. If I eat one, that is on me, not on any one else. Why blame DH for his stash?
So if you can relate to this same struggle, take heart. You are not alone. Choose to stay the course. You, too, shall prevail. We will win together. Cookies crumble!
Let's blast some more fat.
Getting fit with you,
Dr. Carol ND.
www.simplebusiness.us
Saturday, October 24, 2015
Gallbladder Removal, Fats & Digestion (Warning: graphic image)
WARNING: Article contains a graphic image of gallbladder containing gallstones.
The dietary guidelines promoted by USDA the past 50 years or so was a low fat, high carbohydrate diet. We see the results of this advice. Obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer rates are at all time highs. Additionally, gallbladder removal surgery is one of the most common surgeries performed. 700,000 of these surgeries are performed each year in the USA, many unnecessarily. * It is a $14 billion dollar a year surgery. (Figure estimated at $20,000 each.)
Healthy fats are required to empty the gallbladder. Chronically low fat diets are partially responsible for sluggish biliary systems. When the gallbladder becomes sluggish from lack of use, in conjunction with other imbalances, and incomplete emptying, the congested bile may form stones. Overtime, these stones may block bile ducts, irritate tissue and fill up the gallbladder, creating pain and impaired digestion.
The liver creates bile to emulsify fats and stores it in the gallbladder. When fat is eaten, a healthy gallbladder contracts, secreting liquid bile necessary for emulsification. Other organs (pancreas, stomach, mouth) produce lipase, the enzyme needed for the break down of the emulsified fat for absorption in the small intestine. If the gallbladder is removed, the body is unable to completely digest and utilize these fats for health. Proper digestion of fat is absolutely necessary for brain function, healthy cell membranes, communication between nerves and to make hormones. (Essential fatty acids [EFA] are essential because the body cannot produce them and they are required for optimum health.)
It is a shame that many doctors do not educate gallbladder surgery patients about the health consequences for living without gallbladders. Or teach patients how to keep gallbladders and livers functioning properly to PREVENT these problems. Doctors teach that gallbladders are not essential and normal lives can be lived without them. While it is true our bodies do compensate for the lack, it is ignorant to suggest that an optimally healthy life can still be lived without one. It is equally tragic that these same patients are not equipped with alternatives to help them after surgery, or given optional alternatives to try before surgery is attempted.
I begin each day with a hot cup of water to which I squeeze juice from half an organic lemon, which helps get the bile flowing, followed 15 minutes later by digestive enzymes. I then eat my breakfast, an hour later drink KetonX, 2-3 hours later eat the Dough Bite with leafy greens, a little protein and some fat. Three hours later I take the FIXX. If I am able, I add ground flaxseeds, Pink Himalayan salt, chia seeds and cream to this. Three hours later I eat dinner comprised of deep leafy greens, vegetables, protein and additional healthy fats. Before eating fatty foods at any time of day, I like to take more digestive enzymes. This has helped me avoid bloating and nausea and has helped me adjust to the higher fat content in my diet.
If I did not have a gallbladder, I would immediately begin supplementation with ox bile and high dose of lipase. I would add an homeopathic opening the channels program to open all elimination pathways. I would also increase my fiber consumption. A high fiber diet has been shown to reduce the risk for developing gallstones. (Gallstones can still be produced without a gallbladder). Dough Bites contain 18 grams of fiber per serving and are a delicious way for increasing daily fiber in addition to consuming more vegetables. I would also add beets to my diet as well. Beet juice contains a natural source of betaine, which supports healthy fat digestion.
If you need access to high quality digestive aids such as those mentioned above, please call me for an over the phone consultation and recommendation OR fill out this web form.
In conclusion, chronic diseases are increasing. These statistics will continue to rise as long as Americans continue to follow USDA low fat, high carbohydrate food pyramid as their dietary guide. Hundreds of thousands of gallbladder surgeries are performed each year, leaving unequipped patients with a limited ability to emulsify and digest fats. Adding lipase, ox bile and increasing dietary fiber at every meal containing fat is essential for supporting these patients' health. Beginning each day with warm lemon water and appropriate digestive enzymes, can support healthy liver, gallbladder and GI tract function.
Remember, if you have a medical condition, consult a medical doctor for medical advice. This article does not substitute for consultation with your physician or natural health care provider. This article is for educational purposes only and does not attempt to diagnose, treat, prevent or mitigate disease. Before beginning any new exercise or diet program, consult your doctor.
Getting Fit with you,
Dr. Carol ND.
Sources:
http://www.quackwatch.org/04ConsumerEducation/crhsurgery.html
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/06/18/unnecessary-surgery-usa-today-investigation/2435009/
http://www.livestrong.com/article/337229-lipase-fat-digestion/
http://womenshealth.about.com/cs/gallbladder/a/gallstonessymtr_4.htm
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Laparoscopiccholecystectomy/Pages/Introduction.aspx
accessed 10/24/2015
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Results 10 Day Reset
Have you been waiting? My daughter had a baby the day my first 10 Day Reset was finished. WHAT A CELEBRATION! Not only did I get to welcome grandbaby # 3 into this world, I finished the Reset Program with flying colors.
We had a Business Opportunity and Taste Test gathering at my house this week. I squeezed into a size 10 jean which I have not been able to wear comfortably in a very very long time. I could hardly believe I could get them on again. I showed off the unflattering muffin top for an illustration. The next time I wear those pants in public they will actually look flattering on me.
Over the summer I bought a cotton dress from Goodwill, even though it was way too tight for me then. I actually had to pour myself into it and almost could not get it off. I was afraid it would tear on the way off. I wore that dress to church this week. It was loose. It looked great. Ask my church ladies.
I wish I would have taken a picture in that dress the day I bought it. I did not put it back on until Sunday and was pleasantly surprised to see how well it fit.YAY.
Today I began the second 10 Day Reset Program. I expect to have continuing progress. I will see about getting the before and after shots posted soon. In the meantime, here are over 6 pages of B&A photos of other people as posted on my web site.
Now you know my results. It works! Get your own box(es). The company is about all caught up with the back orders. A new order should get to you within 2-3 weeks.
Order here Click Join for member prices. Click Shop for Retail. Business Builders will want a 9 pack or 4 pack to help people to get started without having to wait for product.
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT BUSINESS FACTS:
By the way, in 2010 weight management was a $16 Billion dollar industry. According to Small Business Chron, "With 72.5 million Americans older than 20 years old categorized as obese, it is recognized as a national health threat and a major challenge." Over 30% of Americans are considered obese.**
Because Ketopia is a patent protected and REVOLUTIONARY weight loss program, and our company has exclusive worldwide distribution rights, any business-minded person will recognize the HUGE market opportunity here, especially since we have not yet reached critical mass nor momentum.
Let's get busy helping people reach their health goals from carbohydrate, glucose riddled, insulin resistant, inflammatory supporting eating habits to the ketogenic, energy efficient, fat burning, inflammation fighting lifestyle with Ketopia.
Let's get busy helping people reset their lifestyles from lacking to abundance. Click here for Income Disclosure statement from 2014 showing the real income numbers before Ketopia was launched. I can only imagine what it will be next year as a result of the sales from Ketopia!
Getting fit with you,
Dr. Carol ND
www.4by4system.com
www.BlastingFatOff.com
757-932-0063 text and voicemail
** (quote from http://smallbusiness.chron.com/financial-side-weight-loss-industry-38200.html accessed October 14, 2015).
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| Our newest family member. Isn't he beautiful? |
Results? Lost 4.25 inches and 2.6 pounds. Two inches are gone from my waist! I feel energetic, alert and successful. YAY me.
We had a Business Opportunity and Taste Test gathering at my house this week. I squeezed into a size 10 jean which I have not been able to wear comfortably in a very very long time. I could hardly believe I could get them on again. I showed off the unflattering muffin top for an illustration. The next time I wear those pants in public they will actually look flattering on me.
Over the summer I bought a cotton dress from Goodwill, even though it was way too tight for me then. I actually had to pour myself into it and almost could not get it off. I was afraid it would tear on the way off. I wore that dress to church this week. It was loose. It looked great. Ask my church ladies.
I wish I would have taken a picture in that dress the day I bought it. I did not put it back on until Sunday and was pleasantly surprised to see how well it fit.YAY.
Today I began the second 10 Day Reset Program. I expect to have continuing progress. I will see about getting the before and after shots posted soon. In the meantime, here are over 6 pages of B&A photos of other people as posted on my web site.
Now you know my results. It works! Get your own box(es). The company is about all caught up with the back orders. A new order should get to you within 2-3 weeks.
Order here Click Join for member prices. Click Shop for Retail. Business Builders will want a 9 pack or 4 pack to help people to get started without having to wait for product.
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT BUSINESS FACTS:
By the way, in 2010 weight management was a $16 Billion dollar industry. According to Small Business Chron, "With 72.5 million Americans older than 20 years old categorized as obese, it is recognized as a national health threat and a major challenge." Over 30% of Americans are considered obese.**
Because Ketopia is a patent protected and REVOLUTIONARY weight loss program, and our company has exclusive worldwide distribution rights, any business-minded person will recognize the HUGE market opportunity here, especially since we have not yet reached critical mass nor momentum.
Let's get busy helping people reach their health goals from carbohydrate, glucose riddled, insulin resistant, inflammatory supporting eating habits to the ketogenic, energy efficient, fat burning, inflammation fighting lifestyle with Ketopia.
Let's get busy helping people reset their lifestyles from lacking to abundance. Click here for Income Disclosure statement from 2014 showing the real income numbers before Ketopia was launched. I can only imagine what it will be next year as a result of the sales from Ketopia!
Getting fit with you,
Dr. Carol ND
www.4by4system.com
www.BlastingFatOff.com
757-932-0063 text and voicemail
** (quote from http://smallbusiness.chron.com/financial-side-weight-loss-industry-38200.html accessed October 14, 2015).
Friday, October 9, 2015
Day 6: Get There!
OH WOW and WHOO WEEEEE!! Ketopia has a slogan, "You'll know when you're there."
Believe me when I say, "You wanna be here."
I KNOW I am there. Yesterday I was there all morning during my Business Network International (BNI) meeting. I felt ablaze with life and energy. I felt amazing. So this it what being 'there' is like.
This morning, I woke up being "there." I feel like cartwheels inside.
I feel like a young girl in a beautiful dress who spins to show it off. It is an energy aliveness. A thrill. A sense of well-being. There is clarity. Energy. Inner beauty and all is well. Look at me! Whee.
No one likes trying on clothes that do not fit, are uncomfortable, or are unflattering. But when you find "the one," there is nothing quite like it, right, Ladies? That is what being "there" feels like for me.
Loving that, too. Most of all, I am loving that I am no longer addicted to sugar, or gluten, or carbs. I FEEL VICTORIOUS over my appetite and taste buds.
This Reset Program is resetting my metabolism, my appetite, my mindset and eventually, my finances. This program will literally change the weight loss world. Ketones are a macronutrient that everyone needs and should be on every food label. Read more about that here.
The first few days were challenging. I was used to eating boatloads of fruit all day long. I was used to eating cookies or cake at night or before dinner to keep me going. Not ideal. Not even close. I know the damage sugar and elevated blood sugar has on a body. (Read more about that here.) Knowing it and being able to break the cycle are two different things.
The first couple of days I felt nauseated. I know now my sodium and potassium levels were down. I added extra potassium foods and pink Himalayan salt to my regimen. This no longer happens to me. I am so happy I pushed through this and overcame. (nausea and headaches are rare but if you are one that has them you can know your body is getting reset and the program is working.) IT IS WORTH IT.
Now that I am "there" I am so happy to welcome anyone else to come "here"and be "there" with me. There is nothing quite like it.
Getting Fit with you,
Dr. Carol ND
www.4by4system.com
www.BlastingFatOff.com
757-932-0063
text or voice mail
Believe me when I say, "You wanna be here."
I KNOW I am there. Yesterday I was there all morning during my Business Network International (BNI) meeting. I felt ablaze with life and energy. I felt amazing. So this it what being 'there' is like.
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| Ketopia Utopia: You'll Know When You are There |
This morning, I woke up being "there." I feel like cartwheels inside.
I feel like a young girl in a beautiful dress who spins to show it off. It is an energy aliveness. A thrill. A sense of well-being. There is clarity. Energy. Inner beauty and all is well. Look at me! Whee.
No one likes trying on clothes that do not fit, are uncomfortable, or are unflattering. But when you find "the one," there is nothing quite like it, right, Ladies? That is what being "there" feels like for me.
I also lost another pound.
Loving that, too. Most of all, I am loving that I am no longer addicted to sugar, or gluten, or carbs. I FEEL VICTORIOUS over my appetite and taste buds.
This Reset Program is resetting my metabolism, my appetite, my mindset and eventually, my finances. This program will literally change the weight loss world. Ketones are a macronutrient that everyone needs and should be on every food label. Read more about that here.
The first few days were challenging. I was used to eating boatloads of fruit all day long. I was used to eating cookies or cake at night or before dinner to keep me going. Not ideal. Not even close. I know the damage sugar and elevated blood sugar has on a body. (Read more about that here.) Knowing it and being able to break the cycle are two different things.
The first couple of days I felt nauseated. I know now my sodium and potassium levels were down. I added extra potassium foods and pink Himalayan salt to my regimen. This no longer happens to me. I am so happy I pushed through this and overcame. (nausea and headaches are rare but if you are one that has them you can know your body is getting reset and the program is working.) IT IS WORTH IT.
Now that I am "there" I am so happy to welcome anyone else to come "here"and be "there" with me. There is nothing quite like it.
Dr. Carol ND
www.4by4system.com
www.BlastingFatOff.com
757-932-0063
text or voice mail
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Waiting?
Everyone is different. I am a menopausal woman who is a recovering a carb-o-holic. I have lost and found the same 20 pounds over and over again for the past 20 years. At the other end of the spectrum is uncompensated ForeverGreen spokesman, David Kimmerle, who is a professional body builder/model/actor who is on cover after cover of workout magazines. In 5 days on Ketopia, he was cover shoot ready. For me, 5 days on Ketopia looks a lot different.
Married couple Joy and Dave use it too. Dave's extra fat came off seemingly easily. Joy's came off, too, but not quite as fast. (See yesterday's post).
We all use Ketopia. We all get different results. You will get results, too.What your results will be is any one's guess.
What I am seeing from testimonials from others using Ketopia is this: extremely overweight men lose weight fastest.
Are you waiting to hear how it goes with me before trying Ketopia for yourself? Why? Everybody is different. If you could lose the weight without making any changes by yourself, you would have by now. You gotta buy some and see for yourself.
But if you are waiting to taste test Ketopia, then please come to the taste test in Hampton, VA on Monday, October 12 at NOON or 7 PM. Please let me know you are coming so I can have enough samples and chairs prepared (OK to bring friends with you). Ask for address. Text me at 757-9 three 2 dash 00 six 3. Learn more about the product, the company and the business opportunity. It will be less than one hour.
This is a reset program. It resets the body from glucose burning (which it got really good at since its easiest) to ketone burning. The enzymes required for ketone burning differ from the enzymes needed for glucose burning. So your "factory" has to kick out the old "workers" before bringing in a different labor force. It is like having a company that manufactures cars suddenly change into a factory that produces radios. The auto workers do not have a clue how to manufacture radios. So they get fired and a new work force must be brought in to get the job done. How efficiently that happens depends upon the individual "factory."
Since I began Ketopia five days ago, I am down 1.8 pounds and 2.25 inches. Two and a quarter inches looks way different on me than it does on David Kimmerle. Then there are the intangible results I am getting, too. I am no longer ruled by my cravings and appetite. I love the feelings of "aliveness energy," mental clarity and "friskiness". (That is code for increased libido). YAY!
Lessons learned the hard way? Eat. Do not forget to eat regularly. Do not be afraid to eat fat. Eat the right type of fats. Eat every 3 hours. Stay hydrated. Increase both potassium (coconut water for me) and Celtic Sea or Pink Himalayan salt consumption to avoid electrolyte imbalance. Do not obsess over the keto sticks. (There are many ways to determine if one is in a state of ketosis.) Do not compare yourself with David Kimmerle or any one else.
We are all different. Results will vary. Get it and try it for yourself. Get compensated for sharing it, too!
Getting Fit with you,
Dr. Carol ND
www.4by4system.com
Married couple Joy and Dave use it too. Dave's extra fat came off seemingly easily. Joy's came off, too, but not quite as fast. (See yesterday's post).
We all use Ketopia. We all get different results. You will get results, too.What your results will be is any one's guess.
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| David Kimmerle. |
What I am seeing from testimonials from others using Ketopia is this: extremely overweight men lose weight fastest.
Are you waiting to hear how it goes with me before trying Ketopia for yourself? Why? Everybody is different. If you could lose the weight without making any changes by yourself, you would have by now. You gotta buy some and see for yourself.
But if you are waiting to taste test Ketopia, then please come to the taste test in Hampton, VA on Monday, October 12 at NOON or 7 PM. Please let me know you are coming so I can have enough samples and chairs prepared (OK to bring friends with you). Ask for address. Text me at 757-9 three 2 dash 00 six 3. Learn more about the product, the company and the business opportunity. It will be less than one hour.
This is a reset program. It resets the body from glucose burning (which it got really good at since its easiest) to ketone burning. The enzymes required for ketone burning differ from the enzymes needed for glucose burning. So your "factory" has to kick out the old "workers" before bringing in a different labor force. It is like having a company that manufactures cars suddenly change into a factory that produces radios. The auto workers do not have a clue how to manufacture radios. So they get fired and a new work force must be brought in to get the job done. How efficiently that happens depends upon the individual "factory."
Since I began Ketopia five days ago, I am down 1.8 pounds and 2.25 inches. Two and a quarter inches looks way different on me than it does on David Kimmerle. Then there are the intangible results I am getting, too. I am no longer ruled by my cravings and appetite. I love the feelings of "aliveness energy," mental clarity and "friskiness". (That is code for increased libido). YAY!
Lessons learned the hard way? Eat. Do not forget to eat regularly. Do not be afraid to eat fat. Eat the right type of fats. Eat every 3 hours. Stay hydrated. Increase both potassium (coconut water for me) and Celtic Sea or Pink Himalayan salt consumption to avoid electrolyte imbalance. Do not obsess over the keto sticks. (There are many ways to determine if one is in a state of ketosis.) Do not compare yourself with David Kimmerle or any one else.
We are all different. Results will vary. Get it and try it for yourself. Get compensated for sharing it, too!
Getting Fit with you,
Dr. Carol ND
www.4by4system.com
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