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The "super rasberries"! Did you know that  rasberries are jammed packed with powerful antioxidants?  Anthocyanin gives raspberries their red colour.  This powerful antioxidant is known to help control the effects of diabetes, and slow the signs of ageing! Ellagic acid is a key antioxidant found in rasberries; believed to have powerful cancer-fighting properties Suffer from bad period pains? Avoid salt and caffeine, and get munching on rasberries.  Rasberries are known to help to relax spasms, and cramps, and even relax the uterus during contractions whilst in labour   Rasberries; another addition to the medical food kit!

Under active thyroid syndrome is a very common condition. The thyroid is a butterfly gland situated in your throat; it is your bodies master gland for controlling the metabolism.There are many symptoms that may can be associated with an under active thyroid; such as: Obesity Depression Anxiety Hair loss Sexual dysfunction Muscle and joint pain; carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitus Hair loss Brittle nails Constipation IBS Neck problems, horse voice You don't have to have all of these symptoms to have a dysfunctional thyroid; if you have any concerns you should always consult a medical professional. Nutrition good nutrition can help with an under active thyroid (hypothyroidism).  Eat plenty of the following foods: Lean meats Organic eggs beans & lentils Protein is a source of thyroxine, an amino acid that is imperative for the production of thyroid hormones. Foods, that hinder the production of thyroid hormones are: Cabbage Kale Brocoli Sweet potatoe Peanuts Soya products These foods contain gaitrogens (thyroid suppressants), which can block the intake of iodine.  Gaitrogens are more dominant when the food is consumed in its raw form.  Eat these foods in a cooked form, and in moderation. Supplements for Thyroid Dysfunction I recommend the following products fron Natures Sunshine 1.  Kelp & Hops £9.48 2.  Locorice & Dandelion £11.16 Listen to your body; it always gives you little clues in the form of ailments.  You are in control,

The Christine Bleakley Workout DVD   In July of this year I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Christine and Nicola Bleakley. Together we worked on a project to produce an effective, challenging DVD, to produce fantastic results   The set design was like a music video!  The stage was inspired by the set Velocity used for their performance at The Royal Variety awards.   We choose music designed to make you feel motivated, and really get you into the feel, and beat of the music.  Like us, you will definitely find yourself singing along by the end!   We produced a DVD, which deals with the different aspects of fitness that people desire. We all have our different reasons for working out.  Some people do it to maintain their weight, or to loose, weight, or to improve their health etc.   We spilt the into 3 sections:   Section -       Includes a warm-up to bring your heart rate up, and your body moving to the beat.   -       “Legs & Butt Transformer”:  This workout is tough, but well worth it; includes blasts of energy in the form of plyometric squats and lunges to really sculpt your legs and butt. Calories do not stand a chance here!   -       “Arms Sculptor”:  A unique workout different from those you may have tried before.  A way to show you, you really do not need to spend a fortune on...

Check out the following products.   All available to order from mariafenn.com on request   1.  Zambroza Zambroza is a powerful blend of juices that are rich in antioxidants; formulated to neutralise free radicals.  These antioxidants have a powerful effect on your overall health, and also help to make your skin radiate! health of the skin helping you to look great too.     Zambroza helps to: • Increase Vital Energy. • Maintain a Healthy Immune System. • Protect the Body from Excess Free Radicals. • Replenish the Body. • Neutralise free radicals • Support the immune system. • Supplies powerful nutrients that give the body energy and vitality.   Ingredients include mangosteen, wolfberry, apple extract, blueberry, concord grape, grape seed, grape skin, green tea, red  berry and raspberry.   Price: £21.95   'UNPARALLELED ANTIOXIDANT PROTECTION'SynerProTein Original (448g)   2.  Syner Protein A high quality vegetable protein without the calories, cholesterol and fat of other protein sources.   This natural source of protein is one of the best I have ever come across.  Read on.... ·       SynerProTein is wonderfully formulated, and  a highly respected protein supplements; designed to provide high quality protein which is dairy free, wheat free, yeast free, gluten free and virtually fat free.   ·      ...

The Busy Women’s Fitness Club   Feel like you spend your life running around like a “headless chicken”? Don’t have anytime for yourself Look in the mirror and know longer recognize your reflection? Would like to exercise but can’t find the time? Don’t have time to train?   Help is here!!   Welcome to the “Busy women’s Fitness Club”! I offer classes and one-on-one sessions that I promise will have an impact!   You have two choices here. One-on-one sessions with me OR Bring your friends along for the ride!    I offer a 30 minutes of  intense interval training, which not only works the entire body, but also burn a whopping load of calories up to 8 hours after you finish exercising J J J and in minimal time!  And the best thing; all sessions can be tailor-made to all fitness levels!   Sound to good to be true? Well, there’s only one way to find out!   Contact me now to arrange a free trail:   http://www.mariafenn.com/contacts.html Or call:  07966 661708   Prices vary depending on location   £20 - £30 Make time for you, feel great!

A "neutral spine"  is the term  exercise professionals use to describe a good postural position.  This postural positioning helps to support the spine correctly during any physical and non physical activity.  A neautral spine, in reality should be adopted at all times until it becomes second nature! So what is a Neutral Spine?  There are three natural curves in a healthy spine.  1.   The neck or cervical spine, curves gently inward (lordosis) 2.   The mid back, or thoracic spine, is curved outward (kyphosis) 3.   The low back, or lumbar spine, also curves inward  (lordosis) By keeping the position of this position you not only assist with cushioning your spine from any excess strain or sprain, you also help to stabilise the spine during all activities. The natural curves of your spine are made up by muscles, ligaments, and tendons that attache to the vertebra of your spine   How can I adopt the neutral spine position? Firstly:  Lie on you back with your knees bent, and feet flat on the floor.  Your spine should have two areas that do not have contact with the floor the neck, and the lower back. Now try adopting the same position standing to one side whilst looking in the mirror, and then whilst sitting.  All it takes is a little practise, soon it will become a part of your every day practise! Simple!

Belly Fat Blitz!  IDEAL FOR BEGINNERS If you’ve not already check out my very first in a line of fitness DVD’s:   Fit in 5 to 20 Minutes; Belly Fat Blitz by Mussel Productions   Fit in 5 to 20 Minutes has been designed to fit into your every day life, no matter how busy your day is, you’ll always be able to fit one in!   You have 4 fun varied workouts to choose from:   The Breakdown:  IDEAL FOR BEGINNERS   1.     “On the Floor”:  Designed to get you abs really working in just 5 mins! Duration:  5 minutes 2.     “Latino”: inspired simple sexy routine for beginners! Duration:  10 minutes 3.     “Box & Burn”: This 15 minute section has some high impact moves to really get your heart rate pumping, and fat walking! Duration:  15 minutes 4.     “Dance it out”: Get wiggling that bum with some gorgeous belly dancing moves, and stomping with a hip hop twist Duration:  20 minutes   This DVD was my very first choreographed piece.  I wanted to keep it simple so that it could be easily followed.  Most importantly I wanted to make the moves accessible for those who had not exercised for a while!   The routines are not complicated; the harder you work and the more effort that is put in, the more calories you will burn.   The “Latin Lover” ...