Sensa Based on Faulty Science

The FTC just ordered Sensa Products to return $26.5 million dollars to consumers since the company used faulty science in order to market their weight loss supplement to the public. Sensa is a powder that you sprinkle on your food; the company claimed it was a safe and effective weight loss tool based on 25 years of scientific research on the science of smell and taste.

Sensa was supposed to work by enhancing the aroma of the food in each bite thereby activating the part of the brain that regulates appetite and making you to feel full faster. This would then cause you to eat less and lose weight.

Sensa is not admitting wrongful conduct for deceptive advertising. But the company did state that it would change its advertising campaign to complywith the FTC.

Just remember that there is no quick fix and no substitute for a proper diet and exercise. If it seems too easy, it probably doesn’t work!!!

Chocolate, Berries and Tea May Protect Against Diabetes

Flavonoids are compounds found in many fruits, vegetables, and beverages that have antioxidant properties. There are over 4000 flavonoids, including anthocyanins and flavones. A recent study in the Journal of Nutrition found that a high intake of anthocyanins and flavones, especially in berries, tea, and chocolate, was associated with lower insulin resistance and better glucose regulation. This study also showed lower chronic inflammation from eating these food groups. It is unclear exactly how much of these compounds is necessary to protect against diabetes, but people who ate these foods were less likely to develop the disease. Don’t go out and binge on chocolate or red wine – berries and green tea are definitely better choices. However, when you have a sweet tooth, definitely choose chocolate over cheesecake!

Exercise of the Week: Straight Leg Deadlift

Proper form is very important with the deadlift. Avoid rounding the back, and don’t bounce at the bottom of the movement. Taking a shoulder width, overhand grip on the barbell, bend forward at the hip and keep the knees and back straight until the hamstrings become tight. Next, extend at the hip and return to a standing position.