Wednesday, November 9, 2016

A Guide to Achieve Weight Loss

Although we are not (yet) a nationally known program, we are making a huge impact in Indiana and beyond. As we grow in popularity we are asked by people about how we compare to other programs. Here is a brief summary of who we are and how we are different:

1. We focus on the whole person

Weight loss begins in the mind. In each class we help participants build defenses in their minds against the "Diet Demon." In addition, each participant receives a daily one to three minute video motivational email to encourage, inspire and challenge them for the day.

2. We provide tools for success

In each classes we give multiple examples for grocery items that can be used for condiments, snacks, extras, freebies, meal replacements and meals. We also teach a basic food label reading for meats and how condiments.

3. We expose people to "void" replacements

There are no required product purchases on Achieve, but we sample out great "void replacements" for Snicker's bars, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Nestle Crunch Bars and chocolate no bake cookies. We also have great "void replacements" for Cheetos, chocolate turtles, nacho chips, and so much more. By the way, most of these items can be found in local grocery stores and/or nutrition stores.

4. We are a family

We are group-based and so we share our struggles and victories together. People do better when surround by other like-minded people.

5. We care about you

We are not here to sell a product or supplement line. We are not a multi-level marketing company. We do our best to personally respond to every email, Facebook message and phone call. We are constantly trying to improve with the goal of better serving people.

If you want to get a basic guide to Achieve Weight Loss, this will help you. Click the picture to enlarge.

On Tuesday, November 15th at 7:30 pm we will be hosting a live, interactive, free workshop. This is a great change to "test drive" Achieve. You can click the button below the picture to sign up and reserve your spot.



Free, online, interactive workshop plus a free downloadable workbook. 
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Saturday, November 5, 2016

Pumpkin Recipes

It is that time of the year when pumpkin takes center stage, but if you are losing weight there are a few things you should know.

1. Pumpkin Pie Mix is Loaded with Sugar
A typical 30 ounce can of Pumpkin Pie Mix contains 17 grams of sugars. This will certainly get start revving up the Fat Truck. A better alternative is to use pumpkin puree and add your own spices and a sugar substitute. Some suggestions are: pumpkin spice, cinnamon, salt, ground ginger, ground cloves, etc.


2. Pumpkin Pie Mix has More Calories Then Pumpkin Puree
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One-third cup of the pumpkin pie filling has 80 calories; whereas a ½ cup of pumpkin puree has 50 calories. Where do those extra calories come from? The added sugar-of course!

3. Pumpkin is a Fibrous Carbohydrate!
At Achieve Weight Loss we teach categories of foods. The beauty of teaching categories is it allows you to customize your menu choices. Pumpkin, which is a type of winter squash, can be enjoyed in many ways since Fibrous Carbs can be eaten with any of the other 5 categories of foods in Achieve Weight Loss.

4. Pumpkin Seeds can be a snack
One handful of hulled pumpkin seeds are a snack. Pumpkin seeds are also a great source for the mineral zinc.

Since pumpkin is such a versatile food, we have created some great tasting recipes to be enjoyed this time of the year. In the download are great pumpkin recipes for smooths, pancakes and cupcakes which can be used as snacks or meals. We hope you enjoy them as you enjoy this great time of the year!


Pumpkin Recipes

It is that time of the year when pumpkin takes center stage, but if you are losing weight there are a few things you should know.

1. Pumpkin Pie Mix is Loaded with Sugar
A typical 30 ounce can of Pumpkin Pie Mix contains 17 grams of sugars. This will certainly get start revving up the Fat Truck. A better alternative is to use pumpkin puree and add your own spices and a sugar substitute. Some suggestions are: pumpkin spice, cinnamon, salt, ground ginger, ground cloves, etc.


2. Pumpkin Pie Mix has More Calories Then Pumpkin Puree
.
One-third cup of the pumpkin pie filling has 80 calories; whereas a ½ cup of pumpkin puree has 50 calories. Where do those extra calories come from? The added sugar-of course!

3. Pumpkin is a Fibrous Carbohydrate!
At Achieve Weight Loss we teach categories of foods. The beauty of teaching categories is it allows you to customize your menu choices. Pumpkin, which is a type of winter squash, can be enjoyed in many ways since Fibrous Carbs can be eaten with any of the other 5 categories of foods in Achieve Weight Loss.

4. Pumpkin Seeds can be a snack
One handful of hulled pumpkin seeds are a snack. Pumpkin seeds are also a great source for the mineral zinc.

Since pumpkin is such a versatile food, we have created some great tasting recipes to be enjoyed this time of the year. In the download are great pumpkin recipes for smooths, pancakes and cupcakes which can be used as snacks or meals. We hope you enjoy them as you enjoy this great time of the year!