How do stars like Jennifer Anniston stay so slim?  Smart eating, detoxing regularly & exercise are her secrets!

Enjoy feeling slim, trim and lighter! This chic plan will get you feeling fine in no time!

(i- bonus detox health information)

It is very important to have a proper assessment during any treatment plan. To Book An Appointment.

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Water

Drink half your body weight in oz throughout the day. Water is vital to optimal weight managment and detoxification. For more about water filtration systems. Reduce your exposure to chemicals in your water containers and lunch boxes by going green!

Caffeine

Caffeine weakens your adrenal glands over time and is a diuretic leaching out important nutrients like calcium. Try switching to green tea anytime you need a boost!

Exercise

 Activities that promote your pathways of elimination such as perspiration are beneficial. Activities may include: exercise, infrared sauna and hydrotherapy at a spa. Include Yoga boosting moves for digestion and immunity.

7 Day Detox Supplements

• 1 Detox Pack twice daily for 7 Days, between meals
• Daily Probiotics are also recommended
• Daily Cold Pressed omega 3-super krill oil is also recommended 2/day with a meal
• BONUS For Extra Detox Power Add the Detox Powder 1 scoop mixed in rice or almond milk 3 times daily

Product Shopping List

• Detox Pack X1
• OR For extra detox power Detox Kit (Detox Pack & Detox Powder X 1 = approximately 21 scoops ( evenly measured)
• Probiotic Balance X1

Menu

General Hypoallergenic Diet & Detox Guidelines

MONDAY

Breakfast

• Hot Water with the juice of 1/2 of a lemon: 8 oz (i-lemons promote detox of the liver & the hot water wakens the digestive system
• Buckwheat granola ( Free From gluten, dairy, soy, corn, wheat) with rice or almond milk: 3/4 -1 cup (i-buckwheat provides optimal protein that is easy to digest)

Snack

• Almonds: handful ( i- contains pre-biotics for optimal digestion)
• Apple (i- the pectin in apples binds to heavy metals such as lead and mercury)

Lunch

• Baked Salmon with Nu Herbal Infusion in Bento Box (i- full of omega 3 fatty acids for your health!)
• Brain Boosting Antioxidant Salad (i- antioxidants protect the body from free radicals)

Dinner

• Cauliflower Curry ( i- curry & cruciferous vegies like cauliflower assist the liver in detoxing)

Snack

• Dandilion Herbal Tea (i- promotes cleansing for glowing skin)
• Baked Kale Chips

Inspiration

You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself in any direction you choose.

~Dr. Seuss

Tuesday

Breakfast

• Hot Water with the juice of 1/2 of a lemon: 8 oz (i-lemons promote detox of the liver & the hot water wakens the digestive system
• Protein Energy Crunch : 2 toast size pieces with almond butter (i-made with quinoa a complete protein to start your day off right!)

Snack

• Handful of peacans ( i-help to lower LDL cholesterol and contains oleic acid to reduce the risk of breast cancer)
• Apple (i- the pectin in apples binds to heavy metals such as lead and mercury)

Lunch

• Sweet Potato Hummus: 1 cup (i- loaded with beta carotene to help the liver detoxify)
• Mixed Vegies in a Quinoa or Amaranth Tabouli Recipe
• 4 oz of sliced chicken breast with FarmBoy Lemon Dressing in a Bento Box

Dinner

• Black Beauty Edemame Pho Soup Recipe
• CurryVegie Burger

Snack

• Millet Crackers Recipe with vegies

Inspiration

Life is a song – sing it.
Life is a game – play it.
Life is a challenge – meet it.
Life is a dream – realize it.
Life is a sacrifice – offer it.
Life is love – enjoy it.
- Sai Baba

Wednesday

Breakfast

Buckwheat Pancakes

• Hot Water with the juice of 1/2 of a lemon: 8 oz (i-lemons promote detox of the liver & the hot water wakens the digestive system

Snack

• Protein Energy Crunch
• Blueberries, Strawberries

Lunch

• Bonus Bean Salad Recipe in a Bento Box 

• Millet Crackers Recipe

Dinner

• Baked Tilapia with Farmboy Lemon Dressing
• Roasted Veggies Recipe

Snack

• 1/2 cup baked vegie chips
• salsa

Inspiration

There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.
- Nelson Mandela

Thursday

Breakfast

• Hot Water with the juice of 1/2 of a lemon: 8 oz (i-lemons promote detox of the liver & the hot water wakens the digestive system
• Buckwheat granola ( Free From gluten, dairy, soy, corn, wheat) with rice or almond milk: 3/4 -1 cup (i-buckwheat provides optimal protein that is easy to digest)

Snack

• Almonds: handful ( i- contains pre-biotics for optimal digestion)
• Apple (i- the pectin in apples binds to heavy metals such as lead and mercury)

Lunch

• Quinoa or Amaranth Tabouli Recipe (i- quinoa is a complete protein which reduces cravings!)
• 1/2 cup chickpeas or other favorite bean marinated in Farmboy lemon dressing in a Bento Box

Dinner

• Mushroom Tarragon Noodles Recipe Use black beauty noodles instead of soy noodles ( i- black beans provide lots of protein so you don’t need a meat option)

Snack

• Dandilion Herbal Tea (i- promotes cleansing for glowing skin)
• Apricot Apple Quinoa Muffins Recipe (i-quinoa provides optimal protein & calcium that is easy to digest) Make these ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week! Use a mashed bannana instead of the egg OR make an egg substitute by using 1 cup ground flax seeds and 3 cups water boil and drop in ice cube trays using one for each egg required. Make ahead and freeze to be used when desired!

Inspiration

Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.
Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.
It is our Light, not our Darkness, that most frightens us.
- Marianne Williamson

FRIDAY

Breakfast

• Hot Water with the juice of 1/2 of a lemon: 8 oz (i-lemons promote detox of the liver & the hot water wakens the digestive system
• Apricot Apple Quinoa Muffins Recipe (i-quinoa provides optimal protein & calcium that is easy to digest) Make these ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week! Use a mashed bannana instead of the egg OR make an egg substitute by using 1 cup ground flax seeds and 3 cups water boil and drop in ice cube trays using one for each egg required.

Snack

• Cashews: handful ( i- contains protein & calcium for your energy)
• Mixed Berries (i- the antioxidants assist the liver )

Lunch

• Baked Salmon with Nu Herbal Infusion Or mix it up with another of your favorite fish choices in Bento Box (i- full of omega 3 fatty acids for your health!)
• Farmboy Coleslaw ( in produce section precut) with Farmboy Lemon Dressing

Dinner

• Corn Blackbean Salsa Recipe
• Mixed Green Salad with FarmBoy Lemon Salad Dressing
• 4oz Turkey Breast with Nu Herbal Infusion Topping

Snack

• Mint Tea ( i- mint helps to soothe the digestive system & relax your body getting it ready for a restful night sleep)
• Baked Kale Chips

Inspiration

Those who believe they can do something and those who believe they can’t are both right.
- Henry Ford

SATURDAY

Breakfast

• Hot Water with the juice of 1/2 of a lemon: 8 oz (i-lemons promote detox of the liver & the hot water wakens the digestive system
• Energy Smoothie Recipe
• Protein Energy Crunch

Snack

• Almonds: handful ( i- contains pre-biotics for optimal digestion)
• Apple (i- the pectin in apples binds to heavy metals such as lead and mercury)
• Baked Kale Chips

Lunch

• Buckwheat Curried Salad Recipe in Bento Box (i- full of omega 3 fatty acids for your health!)
• 1/2 Avocado (i-ensures you have the right type of fat in your diet)

Dinner

• tilapia cerviche recipe
• Infuzed Pretty Peas Recipe

Snack

• Dandilion Herbal Tea (i- provides support to the liver)
• Peanut Butter Bars with Rolled Triticale Recipe Replace peanut butter with pea butter or almond butter

Inspiration

SUNDAY

Breakfast

• Hot Water with the juice of 1/2 of a lemon: 8 oz (i-lemons promote detox of the liver & the hot water wakens the digestive system
• Teff Pancakes Recipe (i- teff is an ancient grain that is high in fiber, protein and calcium)

Snack

• Buckwheat Granola : handful ( i- contains protein & pre-biotics for optimal digestion)
• Apple (i- the pectin in apples binds to heavy metals such as lead and mercury)

Lunch

• Baked Salmon with Nu Herbal Infusion in Bento Box (i- full of omega 3 fatty acids for your health!)
• Wild Rice and Mango Summer Salad Recipe (i- antioxidants protect the body from free radicals)
• OR Asian Millet Salad

Dinner

• Mushroom Palm Salad Recipe
• Stirfry vegies with 4oz of turkey

Snack

• Dandilion Herbal Tea (i- promotes cleansing for glowing skin)
• Apricot Apple Quinoa Muffins Recipe (i-quinoa provides optimal protein & calcium that is easy to digest) Make these ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week! Use a mashed bannana instead of the egg OR make an egg substitute by using 1 cup ground flax seeds and 3 cups water boil and drop in ice cube trays using one for each egg required. Make ahead and freeze to be used when desired!

Inspiration

With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.
- Eleanor Roosevelt

Congratulations you have completed your 7 Day Detox! Consider the Vitality & Balance 12 Week Program To Boost Your Body More!

We are proud to annouce that effective in January 2011, Greco logo apparel will be sold at our partner store, Sports 4! Our popular tees and hoodies (in men’s and women’s sizing) make wonderful Christmas gifts!

Sports 4 and New Balance Ottawa also has some amazing holiday specials going on.

Don’t miss out on their “Boxing Day Prices Now in Effect” sale that is currently underway.  Please click on the image to the left to learn more…and don’t forget that as a Greco member you can enjoy 15% off all regular priced items – all year round!

Have a safe and happy holiday!

Join us at the Pre-Christmas Ladies Night on November 30th, 2010 from 6-9pm at the Sports4 Kanata location. 

It’s an expo style night where women can get properly fitted for sports bras, get nutrition & fitness tips and enjoy 20% off all products in-store! (this applies to regular priced and sale items).

It’s an exciting one-night only sale you won’t want to miss!

RSVP at www.Sports4.com, click on the image to the left to view the poster.

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY SALE ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 12th and SATURDAY NOVEMBER 13th

Drop into a Popeyes Location near you and take advantage of the tremendous deals!

Stock up on supplements and take the proper steps to get results!

Join us for our nutritional seminar on Monday November 1st, 2010 at 7pm.

This seminar will be located at the Greco Studio Located at the Ottawa Athletic Club!

The seminar will include nutrition discussions by Tony Greco, and Guest Speakers Naturopathic Dr. Joel Lee Villeneuve and Aaron Labarre of Popeyes Sports Supplements.

Please call 613-526-5326 to register. Seating is limited!

TOP 5 WAYS TO BOOST YOUR BRAIN POWER!

Can’t remember your where you put your keys?  Or what that friend of a friend’s name is? …..

Your brain needs exercise just like a muscle. If you use it often and in the right ways, you will become a more skilled thinker and increase your ability to focus. But if you never use your brain, or abuse it with harmful chemicals, your ability to think and learn will deteriorate.

Here are 5 simple ways anyone can squeeze a bit more productivity out of the old gray matter.

1.EXERCISE- MIND

A study funded by the National Institute of Health found that cognitive training or exercising your mind can counteract seven to fourteen years of age related cognitive decline. So pull out some suduko today!  There are many brain boosting games and programs out there one I found is Lumosity which is designed by some of the leading experts in neuroscience and cognitive psychology from Stanford and UCSF

2. EXERCISE-BODY

New research from the Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia suggests dementia and Alzheimer’s disease may be added to the list of diseases associated with a high body mass index. The goal BMI to be between 20-25 for optimal health and over 25 to be considered overweight and over 30 is obese.

3. A MEDITERRANEAN DIET

A study published in the December 2006 issue of Archives of Neurology found that a Mediterranean diet could lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by up to 68%. The Mediterranean diet is rich in legumes, whole grains, fish, nuts, fruits, vegetables and olives. It has very little meat and dairy products and thus is low in saturated fat and high in monosaturated fat and dietary fibre.  The Vitality & Balance™ Menu can be designed custom to you!

4. KEEP YOUR BODY FUELED-EAT AND DRINK EVERY 3 HOURS

Research shows that stamina and endurance is optimized when one fuels the body often versus waiting until the tank is empty. A colleague of mine who is a grandfather and ultra marathon runner did an experiment where he ran one race with just food and drink where it was offered to him and the next race with eating or drinking every hour whether he was thirsty and or hungry or not. The results were that in the first race he grew tired after mile 36 and the second he could still continue running after the end of 3 marathons back to back. How many of us are running marathons daily with our normal life? The results show that if we demand optimal performance (optimal exercise results and focus and concentration results) from our bodies we must fuel them before they run out of energy.

5. CATCH SOME Z-Z-Z’s.

Research shows that a catnap of 20 minutes daily can increase longevity by up to 27%.

BONUS TIPS!

Fruit and Vegetable Juices

not enough time for a snack, grab a veggie juice. Research published in the September 2006 issue of the American Journal of Medicine found that a daily glass of juice is enough to make a difference. Participants who drank fruit or vegetable juice a few times per week were 76% less likely to develop Alzheimer’s compared to individuals who drank less than one glass a week. The polyphenols found in the skin and peel of fruits and vegetables is believed to be the active component. When making a choice ensure your beverage is sugar free.

WRITE THINGS DOWN- If I sent you to the grocery store to pick up bread, lettuce ,carrots , garlic soup and oh yes eggs , what would you be thinking of on your drive there if you didn’t write it down?

Gotta run now and do my brain exercises!

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INTRODUCING THE VITALITY & BALANCE PROGRAM….designed to balance your  metabolism

ASK us how you may benefit

What’s new? Ask us about food line enerjive by
Culinary Expert Korey Kealy & Natural Doctor Joel

Newsletter May 2010 In this issue:

WHAT IS YOUR HERB IQ?

1. Which herbs can help you recover from sports?
2. Which herb help blood sugar & helps detox heavy metals?
3. Which herb is great for digestion, asthma & bug bites?
4. Which herb is great for nausea & pain?
5. Which herb is helpful for the cardiovascular system?
6. Which fruit reduces inflammation?
7. Which herb helps colic?
8. Which herb helps the kidney’s & gout?
9. Which herbs helps toothaches?
10. Which herb is helps immunity?

• VITALITY & BALANCE ™ PROGRAM
• HERBS & HEALTH

VITALITY & BALANCE PROGRAM

Primary Benefits Include:

• Weight Loss: Cravings, Slow Metabolism
• Hormonal Balance : PMS, Peri-menopause, Menopause, Fertility
• Cardiovascular Health
• Blood Sugar Levels

A program designed for anyone who wants to boost their metabolism & balance their bodies!

Secondary Benefits Include:

• Better Energy
  Better Digestive Health
  Reduction of Stress
  Reduction of Pain
  Overall Wellness!

HOW IS IT DIFFERENT THAN OTHER WEIGHT & HEALTH PROGRAMS?

The Vitality & Balance™ Program is designed for optimal health based on your individual needs . Each menu plan generated is unique to you.

The parameters that determine your program include:

• o Food Sensitivities / Allergies
• o Your Blood Group Type
• o The Glycemic Index of Foods That Boost Your Metabolism
• o Lab work ( A unique profile of blood & urine tests are utilized to determine your optimal metabolism booster eating plan)
• o Hormonal Levels
• o Your Health Goals

Along with the analysis & report the treatment includes the therapies which further promote detoxification & balance of the body:

• o Acupuncture ( 12 week & 12 month program )
  o Bowen Therapy ( 12 week & 12 month program )
  o Medical Infrared Sauna ( 12 week & 12 month program )

WHAT RESEARCH IS THE PROGRAM BASED ON?

It is based on proven scientific methods including :
The research study Optihealth Healthy & Active ( 2010) which will be published internationally
The research & training of Naturopathic Doctor: Joel Lee Villeneuve with over 20 years of experience in Natural Health Care
Healthy & Active UK which has been run successfully throughout Europe
Each person’s program is unique to them, no two programs are the same. The program is under the direction of revIvelife ™ Wellness Centre and Joel Lee Villeneuve, N. D. .

HERBS & HEALTH

In the program certain herbs are chosen to benefit your metabolism. These herbs include:
Just Print and leave in your kitchen to increase your herb IQ & for more ideas!

ADDENDUM 1 -WHAT IS YOUR HERBOLOGY SCORE?.

If you guessed…. You are right!

1. Which herbs can help you recover from sports?- Basil
2. Which herb help blood sugar & helps detox heavy metals?- Cilantro
3. Which herb is great for digestion, asthma & bug bites?- Mint
4. Which herb is great for nausea & pain?- Ginger
5. Which herb is helpful for the cardiovascular system? -Garlic
6. Which fruit reduces inflammation?-Lemon
7. Which herb helps colic?- Dill
18. Which herb helps the kidney’s & gout? -Parsley
19. Which herbs helps toothaches?- Tarragon
20. Which herb is helps immunity?- Chives

Estrogen dominance is a condition when estrogen relative to progesterone is at a higher ratio.

In woman with estrogen dominance a woman may have deficient, normal or excessive estrogen, but has little or no progesterone to balance its effects in the body.  The term was first coined by Dr. Lee a pioneer in woman’s hormone research.  With breast cancer rates at one in nine and continuing to affect woman at an earlier age and the association of estrogen dominance to higher risk it is important that every woman be tested for the Estrogen to Progesterone Ratio in Hormone Testing.(1)

What causes estrogen dominance?

Long Term Stress-

When the body is under stress  the adrenal glands produce the fight and flight hormones : epinephrine, norepinephrine, cortisol, progesterone and  DHEA which breaks down into testosterone and estrogen . This allows you to have increased energy to manage the acute situation. Then you may take a holiday or get more sleep and the body returns to balance.

When you are under chronic stress for long periods of time these hormones remain high longer.    This leads to higher levels of estrogen relative to progesterone and many symptoms associated.

Environmental Exposure to Estrogens or Estrogen Like Chemicals-

We are exposed to estrogens on a daily basis.  Many chemicals, herbicides, pesticides, plastics (BPH) and hormones are used in our every day lives in which we absorb into our bodies. Many generalized symptoms maybe related with out us ever knowing. Over time the exposure will cause more chronic problems such as arthritis or premenopause symptoms, and may be a direct or indirect cause of cancer.

What are estrogen dominance symptoms?

The symptoms and conditions associated with estrogen dominance  and hormonal imbalance are:

• Acceleration of the aging process
• Allergies, including asthma, hives, rashes, sinus congestion
• Anxiety, Depression
• Autoimmune disorders such as lupus erythematosis and thyroiditis, and possibly Sjoegren’s disease
• Breast cancer
• Breast tenderness
• Cervical dysplasia
• Cold hands and feet as a symptom of thyroid dysfunction
• Copper excess
• Decreased sex drive
• Depression with anxiety or agitation
• Dry eyes
• Early onset of menstruation
• Endometrial (uterine) cancer
• Fat gain, especially around the abdomen, hips and thighs
• Fatigue
• Fibrocystic breasts
• Foggy thinking
• Gallbladder disease
• Hair Loss
• Headaches
• Hypoglycemia
• Increased blood clotting (increasing risk of strokes)
• Infertility
• Irregular menstrual periods
• Irritability
• Insomnia
• Magnesium deficiency
• Memory loss
• Mood swings
• Osteoporosis
• Polycystic ovaries
• Premenopausal bone loss
• PMS
• Prostate cancer (men only)
• Sluggish metabolism
• Thyroid dysfunction mimicking hypothyroidism
• Uterine cancer
• Uterine fibroids
• Water retention, bloating
• Weight , difficulty loosing weight even with significant exercise
• Zinc deficiency

What can we do?

With all the above generalized symptoms and the rising rates of cancer, early assessment is very important. Progressive  Hormone Testing is an integral part of learning if you are estrogen dominant and having a hormonal balancing program put into place.

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