Prevent Diabesity with Herbalife Nutrition
The subject of Diabesity hits close to home because I lost a sister to its complications more than ten years ago. She was 32. And just when we thought that it was the end of our nightmare, my remaining sibling and my father are both currently going through the challenges of having it in their system.
Diabesity can actually be prevented and diet has a lot to do with it. As renowned nutrition expert, Dr. David Heber, chairman of the Herbalife Nutrition Institute pointed out, Diabesity is a lifestyle issue that can be prevented with the right diet, enough rest, regular exercise and proper hydration. Having seen Diabetes up close, I definitely agree.
The food we eat
My husband and I have been really trying to improve on the food that we serve our children because we became more aware of the quality of food that we’ve been putting into our system all these years. Just think about it: Chocolate cereals, flavoured oatmeal, burgers, pizza, chicken cubes, cakes and all other foods with artificial ingredients. These are food full of empty calories and carbs, abundant of quickly absorbed sugars! Blech!
The more our bodies are filled with these types of food, the more our liquid cells require more doses of insulin to even out blood sugar levels because we become more and more resistant to it.
Global obesity is an epidemic
Look, I am in no way discriminating against overweight people as I am currently overweight myself. But the truth is that when we are overweight, our health is affected.
It’s a global problem, too. I used to write for a fitness company and I am much aware of the statistics on obesity, with 2 million people all over the world having this problem.
Thailand, by the way, ranked number second in obesity rate among the ASEAN countries. I also remember coming across a video on some Taiwan employees being asked to get up on certain hours in the day just to do some exercises. It was a rule at work to participate in it.
Honestly, this is why I’ve been looking into Herbalife products lately because I know I need to find a way to fight the sluggishness off. I’ve been exercising a lot and having quit my fixed time job has given me more freedom to get more physically active, but my body’s not responding as much as I want it to. I’m pretty sure diet is my issue. I love food and junk a bit too much!
Before the meds
Dr Heber said that before administering meds, diabetics must change their lifestyle to improve the quality of their lives. There must be changes. For instance, you really need to get up on your feet and move around to burn the calories and keep your body mobile. Something many Work-at-Home Moms, including me, take for granted at times.
According to Heber, this is the right proportion of calories to prevent Diabesity:
30% of daily calories – Protein
30% of daily calories – Healthy fats
40% of daily calories – Carbohydrates
25 grams – Fiber
Seeing Herbalife results on my news feed
A friend of mine, Genny, has been doing Herbalife for weeks now and the results are fantastic! It was from her that I’ve learned about the shakes that replaced two of her meals in a day.
At first she only posted her delicious looking shakes then one day, she posted her first development photos on Facebook and I think she looks great. I want to try it!
The shake she was posting was Herbalife’s Formula 1 Nutritional Shake Mix. It’s a high protein, low-calorie meal replacement shake. It has up to 21 vitamins, minerals and essential nutrients, including 9 grams of protein in each serving. It’s a formula with balanced nutrition and low Glycemic Index (GI).
Healthy diet with low GI foods reduces a person’s risk of becoming overweight or obese.
Dr. Heber talks about the relevance of making wise food choices to our health. He gave examples such as choosing wholegrain over white bread, fresh fruits over fruit juices, brown or long grain rice over short grain rice and wholegrain cereals over instant ones.
About Herbalife
Herbalife has been around since the 80’s. Their products on nutrition, weight-management, energy and fitness, and personal products are available exclusively to their exclusive members. If you’re interested to try out their products, you need to approach a member and avail through her or him.
Herbalife is a global nutrition company. You can find Herbalife in more than 90 countries worldwide.
Herbalife’s advocacy is to provide solutions to global obesity by offering high quality products, one-on-one coaching with a Herbalife member and through a community that will encourage you to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.
Disclaimer: Please consult a nutritionist before adapting any new diet.
Herbalife Nutrition
Website: http://www.herbalife.com/
20 Comments
lovemindanao
im reading a lot and receiving good feedback from Herbalife. this must be good.. What is a few amount of money if the result is good health …
R U S S
I see why obesity is a big concern, not just here in the Philippines but in other countries as well. I’m glad that more people are starting to take care of their health and that of their families. It’s also great that we have more product options to complement the choice of having a healthy lifestyle. I’m going to check out Herbalife’s website – I’m interested in this nutritional shake.
Yvonne Bertoldo
I’ve heard about Herbalife way back when I was still in school because they also have products for weight loss. 🙂 Unfortunately, it was a bit pricey for me back then. ^^
Danessa Foo
I have heard of Herbalife for some time now from friends and their testimony has been nothing short of amazing either. I do agree, with the numerous benefits that it brings, one should consider this if they are diabetic. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Tiffany Yong W.T. (tiffanyyongwt)
Global obesity is indeed a serious problem to everyone’s health. My sister has also tried herbalife herself, for weight loss. Perhaps she isn’t on the overweight side, but this might not work for everyone.
May De Jesus-Palacpac
Ah yes, to every rule there is an exception. 🙂 This is just an option, but consultation with a nutritionist is a must.
Katrina Centeno
Diabetes and obesity have something to do with lifestyle and genetics. It is a life-altering disease. While we can still live a healthy lifestyle, we should make steps in making better choices in health. I try to live healthy but once in a while I indulge in sweet concoctions. I am only human.
May De Jesus-Palacpac
Haha, yes, I haven’t even un-indulged yet.
As with any genetic illness, they can be kept at bay with the right food and lifestyle choices.
Jason Panuelos
I think all these good habits should apply to everyone definitely! It pays to maintain our well-being at all times! 😀
nicol
ive never heard of herbalife before. like you said, the right lifestyle choices is the most important thing
Fred
I have heard of Herbalife for a long time. I think it was the first networking business I had heard of long ago. It is my first time to encounter the term diabesity though.
Pooja k
I have heard a lot from my friends about herbalife and they find it as a good product. Hopefully I will give a try soon.
Karen
A friend of mine is a Herbalife dealer. She has her own store in Southern Luzon and is very much successful with Herbalife nutrition.
Ling Tan
I am sorry to hear about your personal lose babe.
Not much to add on Herbalife, having never tried it myself.
But here’s a story – I was on the way out for a jog the other evening, and a neighbour saw me. We said hi, the usual chit-chat. The she remarked,”you are not fat, no need to run so hard la!”
That sorta threw me off – do we only go about pursuing health, only when we start to de-generate? Should health not be something we prioritise to begin with?
Just a thought 🙂
May De Jesus-Palacpac
Yes, that’s true. I was pretty active when I was younger because I danced and performed. I took for granted the fitness part, until much later when I got older and realized how important it is.
papaleng
I am diabetic but not obese. Nevertheless, I’ll check this product.
Sunshine Kelly
Out diet and lifestyle actually determine our health. I believe in eating moderate plus exercise regularly. However supplements do help to boost our immune system and health too.
Elizabeth O.
I am familiar with Herbalife. I need to look more into this, though because I am not familiar on how it works. My dad is diabetic and I’d like him to try this.
Franc Ramon
I tried herbalife before and it was really effective. I was at my leanest when I was using herbalife.
Gillian
I used to use herbalife products! they were pretty effective for me 😀