So I started following a blog
that came across my face book feeds. It
is a journey of a young woman who is giving the AdvoCare 24 Day Challenge a
try. Here is the link if you want to see it for yourself My Proper Binge. Yes, I work with AdvoCare as
an independent distributor but only after much skepticism, research and
personal use. What I am about to say is my
personal opinion, but I like to think I have enough experience and training to
evaluate it. I am now convinced AdvoCare might
be one of the best long term approaches to weight loss and weight management
available. Notice I did not say on the market. You will not find it on a shelf in the common market place, even though it is a 19 plus year old company. This will not be the case for much longer.
AdvoCare is a direct sale company
by design. Please do not let me lose you
on the direct sale part, it left a sour taste in my mouth for a very long time,
even after I had fell in love with product. Obviously that changed with time and more
knowledge. I am not going to go into
what makes AdvoCare a better direct selling company or why direct sales is a
smart business, there are plenty books written on that subject. What I would like to share how it is
different than anything I have every worked with.
Prior to AdvoCare I have worked as a Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian, with individuals using the food guide pyramid, the diabetes exchange system, calorie counting, medically managed weight loss (very low calorie starting in the 800 calorie range consisting of shakes and meal replacement bars), cholesterol (low fat) and, high-blood pressure (low sodium) diets. I’ve had the pleasure of counseling individuals on nutrition pre-weight loss surgery. I even obtained a certification in adult weight management.
Here is what I have come to learn over the years. There is no one solution that fits all. Obesity is multifaceted. People who say they know what to eat but just don’t do it, are often lying to themselves. We do not move as much as a society to support our caloric intake and the ease at which we get it. Portion distortion is a huge problem. People are confused how to eat for weight loss, weight management and general health.
As a good friend has pointed out, it is better to look at all of this in fascination vs. frustration. Fascination puts this epidemic of obesity and mass nutrition confusion into positive light. I still believe there is hope. I know this is true or I would be working at one of my favorite retail stores for personal discount.
So with no one solution, why do I stand by AdvoCare? I’ve personally felt and seen progress for myself and those that stick with it long enough to find the pieces of the puzzle that are missing. I know it is safe, and I know it works. It is a supplement company and therefore is meant to be used in addition to a healthy eating plan, exercise and sleep. It is not a magic pill. What it does provide is what most of us need to perform at our optimal ability: ENERGY & ADDED NUTRITION TO FILL GAPS. With this added energy and nutrition, not only are we able to perform our daily tasks, but we are also able to find the extra energy to move and to make healthier decisions. NOT A DIET. As for Carolyn and her blog I hope that she finds AdvoCare to be her answer. I believe she has some of the best coaching and support available to her without the substantial costs of so many ‘solutions’ on the market.
If you would like to learn more about AdvoCare or just basic balanced nutrition you can find more at http://www.facebook.com/lizblom.nutritionandwellness for more nutrition and wellness information.
