National Stress Awareness Month

In honor of National Stress Awareness Month, all orders from Modere.com from now through the end of April will receive two complimentary bars of Modere dark chocolate to help you #StressLess. Why dark chocolate? Besides tasting amazing, dark chocolate has been found to improve your mood by increasing serotonin and endorphin levels in your brain. Sounds like a win-win to us!  Our chocolate bars includes

• 70% minimum cacao blend—you know what that means? deliciousness

    #StressLess with Modere dark chocolate, on us!  

 The Benefits of dark chocolate

Everyone knows a taste of chocolate is good for the soul. But not everyone knows that it’s also good for the heart.

Depending on how it’s made, chocolate can be a heart-healthy option that reduces both inflammation of cardiovascular tissues and the risk of stroke, a new study by Louisiana State University has found.

Maryann Birmingham, nutrition educator with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County, said health experts had long believed in chocolate’s positive effects on the heart, but the reason behind its benefits had remained a mystery — until now.

The benefits of dark chocolate, according to the study, begin when the cocoa reaches the colon, according to the study.

Louisiana researchers discovered that certain bacteria in the gut chow down on the chocolate, fermenting it into anti-inflammatory compounds that are good for the heart, according to the American Chemical Society, which promotes chemistry-related research.

“When these compounds are absorbed by the body, they lessen the inflammation of cardiovascular tissue, reducing the long-term risk 

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For a limited time, get a FREE canister of Cleaning Wipes with every Spring Clean Collection purchase!

Clean up all of life’s messes with a safe, gentle alternative to your average laundry detergent and dishwasher detergent. Enjoy jumping in puddles. Roll around in the grass. Eat spaghetti with your hands. We’ll take care of the cleanup, with a fresh, fragrance-free formula. Buy together and save!

Go ahead and get dirty! Get your clothes and your dishes clean with a safe, gentle alternative to your average detergents. Laundry and Dishwasher Pods by Modere are created from naturally-derived ingredients to clean, fight stains, and give off a pleasant scent. Buy together and save!

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Tips for Long Term Weight Loss Success

If you are one of the millions making their New Year's resolution to finally get healthy and lose a little weight, don't make the mistake of trying to lose as much weight as possible in the shortest amount of time by following a fad diet. Some diets can "kick start" weight loss, but keeping weight off requires the commitment to maintain healthy lifestyle habits for the long haul. Instead of making temporary diet changes, work on making healthy changes that will last a lifetime. Don't change more than what you can live with or you won't stick with it. It takes 3-4 weeks to make something a habit so make small achievable goals and move on as each one becomes a habit in your new healthy lifestyle.

• Get physical every day. Participate in physical activities you enjoy and change activities when you are bored with your current routine. Pick up some weights; increasing muscle mass will help boost your metabolism. Aim for walking 10,000 steps a day. Many free fitness apps are available to keep you motivated and on track. 
  
• Cut out empty calories. Limit excessive intake of "junk" foods. Even fat free cookies and crackers can contribute to weight gain. Keep a food diary for a week or two and see where you are consuming extra calories. 
  
• Curb liquid calories. Avoid sodas, fruity drinks, juices, cappuccinos, and fitness waters with calories. Cutting out one 200 calorie drink/day will lead to a 20 lb weight loss in one year! Eat your fruit rather than drink it. 
  
• Eat at least 1200 calories a day. Cutting back on calories too much can make your body hold on to fat, lose muscle, and slow your metabolism.

Feeling pressure to live up to intimidating New Year’s resolutions? Go easy on yourself and think simple. Try Modere’s 30 Day Simple Slim-Down Program.
 
What do you get? A healthier, slimmed-down version of you.

Order the Slim-Down Collection by Modere and receive over $35 in instant savings AND free shipping. Plus, order before January 12th and get a complimentary bottle of our Adult Multivitamin with the coupon code FREEMULTI. ($29.99 value)

Each Slim-Down Collection Includes:

30 Day Simple Slim-Down Plan –  See below
An easy-to-use plan with a step-by-step nutrition plan and supplement guide to help you eat clean to get lean.  Here's a Peak....

It also includes:

It's Triple Thick Protein Shake by Modere (2 – 1.02 lb. bags ea) 
Smooth tasting, fast absorbing whey blend with naturally occurring BCAAs and added enzymes to help you build lean muscle and aide with recovery.**

Slim Bars by Modere (4 – 7 ct. boxes)
Enjoy this rich Peanut Butter & Smooth Caramel Crisp bar without compromising your goals—15 grams of protein, 10 grams of fiber and only 140 calories.

Energy Shot by Modere (2 – 12 packs) 
Get a natural energy boost in the morning, before the gym, or during that afternoon slump with this nutritional acai berry shot.*

Satiety Chews by Modere (60 chews) 
Control your hunger between meals with these tangy, berry chews.*

Carb Blocker by Modere (90 capsules) 
Clinically proven to delay the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates.*

Complimentary Adult Multi-Vitamin by Modere (90 tablets) 
Available before January 12th with coupon code FREEMULTI at checkout! ($29.99 value)

It's go time. Prepare for your body transformation today with the Slim-Down Collection by Modere.

Here's to a slim new you,
#weight loss challenge #Modere #carb blockers 

After you taste this soup, you'll never crave canned varieties again. Fresh carrots, celery, spinach, juicy bites of turkey, and whole wheat noodles take the classic noodle soup to new heights.

PREP TIME: 15 Minutes
COOK TIME: 25 Minutes
TOTAL TIME: 40 Minutes
SERVINGS: 8

4 oz whole wheat noodles, cooked
1 Tbsp canola oil
½ c chopped onion
½ c chopped carrot
½ c chopped celery
1 tsp dried sage
12 oz ground turkey breast
2 cans (14½ ounces each) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 c water
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
½ tsp salt
1 bag (6 oz) baby spinach leaves
Ground black pepper

Directions

1. COOK the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. MEANWHILE, in a pot over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and sage. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften. Add the turkey. Cook, breaking up the turkey with the back of a spoon, for about 4 minutes longer, or until the turkey is no longer pink.
3. ADD the broth, water, vinegar, and salt. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until hot. Do not boil. Stir in the spinach and reserved noodles. Remove from the heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Season with pepper to taste.

NUTRITION (per serving) 135 cal, 3 g fat, 0.1 g sat fat, 447.5 mg sodium, 15 g carbs, 1.7 g total sugars, 2 g fiber, 14 g protein


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Don't just say you'll get in shape in 2014...

Kick off the New Year with Modere's Simple Slim-Down Program. We challenge you to change your diet for the next 30 days. What do you get? A healthier, slimmed-down version of you.

Order the Slim-Down Collection by Modere and receive over $35 in instant savings AND free shipping. Plus, order before January 12th and get a complimentary bottle of our Adult Multivitamin with the coupon code FREEMULTI.

Don't just say you'll get in shape in 2014...

Kick off the New Year with Modere's Simple Slim-Down Program. We challenge you to change your diet for the next 30 days. What do you get? A healthier, slimmed-down version of you.

Order the Slim-Down Collection by Modere and receive over $35 in instant savings AND free shipping. Plus, order before January 12th and get a complimentary bottle of our Adult Multivitamin with the coupon code FREEMULTI.

Coconut Oil
While you may be convinced that coconut oil is a fad, it is a fad that has benefited people around the world for thousands of years and one we feel is well worth exploring. Lauric acid has a long history of use in fighting pathogens backed by research that is over 50 years. Coconut oil is the richest source of lauric acid on the planet.

There are numerous peer-reviewed studies noting the health benefits of one of nature’s most valuable gifts. If, after you read this article, you are still inclined to think that coconut oil is just a passing fad, we encourage you to try it – we believe you will become convinced of its value as well.

Coconut oil is no stranger to people in the tropics who have been using it for a very long time. Even when the anti-saturated fat war waged in America, it did not stop people in the tropics from benefiting from the healing powers of coconut oil.

Coconut oil is composed of medium chain fatty acids (MCT’s) which are not easily broken down or oxidized like polyunsaturated fat. This means that coconut oil does not cause any free radical damage, unlike polyunsaturated and dangerous Trans fats.

The fact that most of our skin care products in this country are made from polyunsaturated oils explains why we, as a nation, suffer from so many skin complications. There is a great body of growing evidence to support the fact that topical application of coconut oil as well as consumption are highly beneficial.

Research

Coconut oil is natural, and that means that not many people want to conduct extensive research into its benefits. However, a study conducted in 2008 at the Skin and Cancer Foundation in the Philippines, compared virgin coconut oil and virgin olive oil in moisturizing dryness and removing bacteria from colonized Atopic dermatitis skin.

The study, a double-blind controlled trial, found that coconut oil was more effective than olive oil in killing bacteria mostly because of its lauric acid content.

A 2009 study at the Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Diego, looked at the antimicrobial property of lauric acid and its potential to heal acne. The results were favorable for using lauric acid in place of antibiotics for treatment of acne.

Vitamin D Helps Fight Against Skin Cancer

If you have ever known a Filipino person, you know that they have a lovely youthful complexion and soft, wrinkle-free skin, despite the fact that they live in a climate that exposes them to the sun’s hot rays all year round. Skin cancer is virtually unheard of in the Philippines where coconut oil is the main dietary oil used and the main ingredient in all of their skin care products.

In the United States, we run scared from the sun, covering every square inch of exposed skin with lotions, lathers and sprays thinking that they are doing the right thing to protect themselves from the damaging rays of the scorching sun. We are constantly bombarded with reasons why we need to use sunscreen which blocks out the skin’s ability to absorb vitamin D. Interestingly enough, vitamin D has been proven to prevent cancer.

Coconut oil is the main reason why people in the tropics can be in the sun and not experience skin cancer. Its healing antioxidant powers protect the skin from free radical damage. In addition, using coconut oil on the skin helps our bodies absorb other nutrients more effectively, such as Vitamin E, which is another skin protecting antioxidant.

Coconut Oil

Now, don’t think that you can be crazy and lay in the sun all day, even with coconut oil on your skin. You still have to be smart about the sun. Stay clear of the sun during the hottest time of the day between noon and 3pm if possible. Vitamin D production is important, but it only takes a little while daily in the sun to get what you need.

The evidence that commercial sunscreen does more harm than good is very compelling. Sunscreen contains dangerous chemicals that keep the skin from breathing and blocks beneficial sun rays. The false security that this multi-million dollar business provides is horrifying. Why not switch to an all natural, safe and effective alternative?

As always, we recommend using only extra virgin organic coconut oil.

The Alternative Daily
#coconut Oil

SLIM-DOWN COLLECTION

Become a healthier, slimmer you in 2014…..  

 


        Don't just say you'll get in shape in 2014...

Kick off the New Year with Modere's Simple Slim-Down Program. We challenge you to change your diet for the next 30 days. What do you get? A healthier, slimmed-down version of you. 

Order the Slim-Down Collection by Modere and receive over $35 in instant savings AND free shipping. Plus, order before January 12th and get a complimentary bottle of our Adult Multivitamin ($29.99 value) with the coupon code FREEMULTI.

1.    Each Slim-Down Collection Includes: 30 Day Simple Slim-Down Plan
An easy-to-use plan with a step-by-step nutrition plan and supplement guide to help you eat clean to get lean.

2.    Triple Thick Protein Shake by Modere (2 – 1.02 lb. bags) 
Smooth tasting, fast absorbing whey blend with naturally occurring BCAAs and added enzymes to help you build lean muscle and aide with recovery.**

3.    Slim Bars by Modere (4 – 7 ct. boxes)
Enjoy this rich Peanut Butter & Smooth Caramel Crisp bar without compromising your goals—15 grams of protein, 10 grams of fiber and only 140 calories.

4.    Energy Shot by Modere (2 – 12 packs) 
Get a natural energy boost in the morning, before the gym, or during that afternoon slump with this nutritional acai berry shot.*

5.    Satiety Chews by Modere (60 chews) 
Control your hunger between meals with these tangy, berry chews.*

6.    Carb Blocker by Modere (90 capsules) 
Clinically proven to delay the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates.*

7.    Complimentary Adult Multi-Vitamin by Modere (90 tablets) 
Available before January 12th with coupon code FREEMULTI at checkout! 

Take action. Prepare for your body transformation today with the Slim-Down Collection by Modere. Let's start the New Year off right.

# Weight Loss  #Lose Weight  #Modere Weight Loss
"The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any" –Alice Walker

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After you taste this soup, you'll never crave canned varieties again. Fresh carrots, celery, spinach, juicy bites of turkey, and whole wheat noodles take the classic noodle soup to new heights.




PREP TIME: 15 Minutes
COOK TIME: 25 Minutes
TOTAL TIME: 40 Minutes
SERVINGS: 8

Ingredients:

4 oz whole wheat noodles, cooked
1 Tbsp canola oil
½ c chopped onion
½ c chopped carrot
½ c chopped celery
1 tsp dried sage
12 oz ground turkey breast
2 cans (14½ ounces each) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 c water
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
½ tsp salt
1 bag (6 oz) baby spinach leaves
Ground black pepper

Directions

1. COOK the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. MEANWHILE, in a pot over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and sage. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften. Add the turkey. Cook, breaking up the turkey with the back of a spoon, for about 4 minutes longer, or until the turkey is no longer pink.
3. ADD the broth, water, vinegar, and salt. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until hot. Do not boil. Stir in the spinach and reserved noodles. Remove from the heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Season with pepper to taste.

NUTRITION (per serving) 135 cal, 3 g fat, 0.1 g sat fat, 447.5 mg sodium, 15 g carbs, 1.7 g total sugars, 2 g fiber, 14 g protein


from Prevention.com
#Soups  #low carbs 

Don't just say you'll get in shape in 2014...

Kick off the New Year with Modere's Simple Slim-Down Program. We challenge you to change your diet for the next 30 days. What do you get? A healthier, slimmed-down version of you.

Order the Slim-Down Collection by Modere and receive over $35 in instant savings AND free shipping. Plus, order before January 12th and get a complimentary bottle of our Adult Multivitamin with the coupon code FREEMULTI.

Coconut In Traditional Medicine

People from many diverse cultures, languages, religions, and races scattered around the globe have revered the coconut as a valuable source of both food and medicine. Wherever the coconut palm grows the people have learned of its importance as a effective medicine. For thousands of years coconut products have held a respected and valuable place in local folk medicine.

In traditional medicine around the world coconut is used to treat a wide variety of health problems including the following: abscesses, asthma, baldness, bronchitis, bruises, burns, colds, constipation, cough, dropsy, dysentery, earache, fever, flu, gingivitis, gonorrhea, irregular or painful menstruation, jaundice, kidney stones, lice, malnutrition, nausea, rash, scabies, scurvy, skin infections, sore throat, swelling, syphilis, toothache, tuberculosis, tumors, typhoid, ulcers, upset stomach, weakness, and wounds.

Coconut In Modern Medicine

Modern medical science is now confirming the use of coconut in treating many of the above conditions. Published studies in medical journals show that coconut, in one form or another, may provide a wide range of health benefits. Some of these are summarized below:
 

• Kills viruses that cause influenza, herpes, measles, hepatitis C, SARS, AIDS, and other illnesses.
  
• Kills bacteria that cause ulcers, throat infections, urinary tract infections, gum disease and cavities, pneumonia, and gonorrhea, and other diseases.
  
• Kills fungi and yeasts that cause candidiasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, thrush, diaper rash, and other infections.
  
• Expels or kills tapeworms, lice, giardia, and other parasites.
  
• Provides a nutritional source of quick energy.
  
• Boosts energy and endurance, enhancing physical and athletic performance.
  
• Improves digestion and absorption of other nutrients including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
  
• Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose.
  
• Relieves stress on pancreas and enzyme systems of the body.
  
• Reduces symptoms associated with pancreatitis.
  
• Helps relieve symptoms and reduce health risks associated with diabetes.
  
• Reduces problems associated with malabsorption syndrome and cystic fibrosis.
  
• Improves calcium and magnesium absorption and supports the development of strong bones and teeth.
  
• Helps protect against osteoporosis.
  
• Helps relieve symptoms associated with gallbladder disease.
  
• Relieves symptoms associated with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and stomach ulcers.
  
• Improves digestion and bowel function.
  
• Relieves pain and irritation caused by hemorrhoids.
  
• Reduces inflammation.
  
• Supports tissue healing and repair.
  
• Supports and aids immune system function.
  
• Helps protect the body from breast, colon, and other cancers.
  
• Is heart healthy; improves cholesterol ratio reducing risk of heart disease.
  
• Protects arteries from injury that causes atherosclerosis and thus protects against heart disease.
  
• Helps prevent periodontal disease and tooth decay.
  
• Functions as a protective antioxidant.
  
• Helps to protect the body from harmful free radicals that promote premature aging and degenerative disease.
  
• Does not deplete the body's antioxidant reserves like other oils do.
  
• Improves utilization of essential fatty acids and protects them from oxidation.
  
• Helps relieve symptoms associated with chronic fatigue syndrome.
  
• Relieves symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement).
  
• Reduces epileptic seizures.
  
• Helps protect against kidney disease and bladder infections.
  
• Dissolves kidney stones.
  
• Helps prevent liver disease.
  
• Is lower in calories than all other fats.
  
• Supports thyroid function.
  
• Promotes loss of excess weight by increasing metabolic rate.
  
• Is utilized by the body to produce energy in preference to being stored as body fat like other dietary fats.
  
• Helps prevent obesity and overweight problems.
  
• Applied topically helps to form a chemical barrier on the skin to ward of infection.
  
• Reduces symptoms associated the psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis.
  
• Supports the natural chemical balance of the skin.
  
• Softens skin and helps relieve dryness and flaking.
  
• Prevents wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots.
  
• Promotes healthy looking hair and complexion.
  
• Provides protection from damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
  
• Helps control dandruff.
  
• Does not form harmful by-products when heated to normal cooking temperature like other vegetable oils do.
  
• Has no harmful or discomforting side effects.
  
• Is completely non-toxic to humans.
  

Click Here to hear the Interview with Bruce Fife, N.D. and Dr. Sherrill Sellman on the benefits of Coconut Oil. This interveiw is for everyone, men and women. #coconut oil #benefits of coconut oil