Are you growing inches on your belly? Belly fat, muffin top, bulging belly, big belly – whatever we call it – is a problem for women. Men too. I went to Amazon and looked through books about belly fat and found thousands of comments on books about belly fat.
Each of these books has their remedies and protocols. Why all the fuss about belly fat?
Harvard Medical School Publication has this to say:
No matter what your body shape, excess fat isn’t good for your health. But saddlebags and ballooning bellies are not equivalent. When it comes to body fat, location counts, and each year brings new evidence that the fat lying deep within the abdomen is more perilous than the fat you can pinch with your fingers.
One of the main reasons fat is accumulated in our body is because of the build up of stress hormones – cortisol. Cortisol is our number one enemy. It is linked to weight gain, lower immune function, foggy mind, poor metabolism, cholesterol, heart disease, over-eating and more.
There is a health connection between our emotional, physical and spiritual being. Nurturing of mind, body and emotions are equally important in the process of creating total wellness, managing stress and fight that belly fat.
Dr. Gary Young of Young Living Essential Oils has a threefold nature’s remedies of burn, balance and build. He calls it the 3Bs.
Burn – Enhance metabolism and energize
This B will help you increase metabolism and burn more calories. 
Slique Tea
Dr. Gary Young formulated this exotic tea with natural ingredients of Jade oolong tea, 100% pure therapeutic grade Arabian frankincense powder, ocotea leaf, Ecuadorian cacao powder, vanilla essential oil, inulin and natural stevia extract.
This combination of natural remedies in a tea bag helps support individual weight goals. He has seen patients in Ecuador Clinic average about five pounds of weight loss per week.
Slique tea is also rich in the following:
-Flavonoids – a dietary compound associated with helping maintain normal healthy body functions.
- Polyphenols- useful as part of a guilt-free weight management regimen when consumed daily and combined with a healthy diet and physical activity.
-Antioxidants- the frankincense and cacao in Slique tea neutralizes free radicals and encourages normal inflammatory response.
The Jade oolong tea in Slique tea has the ability to promote detoxification – pulls excess liquid and toxins out of tissues and helps you eliminate the toxins.
Balance- Balance blood sugar, boost mood and curb cravings
The consumption of large amounts of carbs, sugar rich food, caffeine, and alcohol can increase the amount of insulin (blood sugar) in our body. If you add on the stress you are encountering with the blood sugar producing food – this is the recipe for belly fat.
Slique Essence
Slique Essence is a healthy weight management blend of grapefruit, tangerine, lemon, spearmint and ocotea essential oils with stevia extract. These ingredients are used to help control hunger when consumed with Slique Tea.
The citrus oils in Slique Essence (grapefruit, tangerine and lemon) are effective in the break down of fats and help the body metabolize fat. They have the uplifting element and powerful antioxidant d-limonene.
The ocotea oil adds a cinnamon-like aroma and helps control hunger and may have the ability to balance blood sugar. Maintaining blood sugar is important for the success of weight loss management.
The spearmint oil may help with digestion and the aroma of the combination of oils help curb appetite and aid the metabolism of the cellulite, nourish the skin and balance negative emotions. Slique Essence may help lift mood, increase mental alertness and energy to maintain balance in your total wellbeing.
Slique Essence can be used as a dietary supplement, applied topically or inhaled. Add 2-4 drops to 4-6 oz. of your favorite drink, Slique Tea or water. For topical use, dilute 1:1 with V-6 or olive oil then apply to desired area.
Slique Slim Caps
The extremely portable and easy-to-use Slique Slim Caps are divided into two types – Konjac caps encourage a feeling of fullness and balance and Citral caps enhance metabolism and curb appetite. Slique Slim Caps are best to curb overeating or over indulgence.
Take a packet 45 minutes before your two largest meals of the day with 8-12 oz. of cold water. Konjac powder is known to swell when it enters the stomach making our brain think we are full.
Slique Gum
Study shows that chewing gum after meals can prevent mindless snacking or consuming high calorie snacks. Avoid chewing gum loaded with sugar or artificial sugar. Slique Gum is natural and sugar free and is made of raw frankincense resin, fresh mint essential oil blend and natural sweeteners.
The idea came about from studies of ancient travelers throughout the Middle East. They used raw frankincense resin for its nutritional content and ability to help control hunger. It also improves oral health.
Build- Nutrition and Protection
1. Food and drink
Avocado, almonds, sweet potatoes and leafy green vegetables should be our go to food groups for belly fat reduction and to reduce cortisol.
Avoid sugar-loaded food and drinks especially those with high-fructose corn syrup and refined white grain food. Another thing to add is WATER! Our body consists of more than 60% water and water will flush out toxins and help transport nutrients to your cells. Please read more on water in one of my earlier articles: The Nine Benefits of Drinking Water For Your Whole Family
2. Balance Complete and Power Meal
We need a well-balanced meal that is rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Unfortunately we are not getting enough of all those vital nutrients in our food. Our super food meal replacement like Balance Complete and Power Meal have the essential nutrients minus the empty calories.
Balance Complete also gives you the high-fiber to promote feelings of fullness and to maintain bowel regularity. As we age, we need more fiber in our diet. The guideline is 25 grams of fiber per day for women and 38 grams for men. The average American consumes less than 15 grams per day.
3. Essential Oils
Frankincense oil is known to reduce cortisol and Idaho Balsam Fir is clinically proven to reduce cortisol. These are the two must have oils to help reduce stress hormones and that stubborn belly fat.
Use these oils to protect and transform.
4. Move
I’ve written a lot about this topic. Please continue by reading two of my articles below:
Stress Relief for the Whole Family
Your 10 Day Pick Me Up Simple Things You Can Do to Overcome Fatigue, Depression and Stress
Your stress level may be manifested on your belly. Even the counting of calories will stress us out. Let’s put these 3 Bs to use and lower our stress levels, increase our energy and determination for a healthy body and reduce belly fat.
Note: Some information was taken from Dr. Gary Young’s notes on Ideal Physique.
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