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Folic acid: All vitamins are NOT created equal

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn fitness, health, nutrition, nutritional supplement, pregnancy, wellnessLeave a comment

folate-vs-folic-acid-1Two years ago, I was unintentionally poisoning myself. I was taking a prenatal vitamin with folic acid in it. I know, you’re thinking…”so what”, right? What’s so bad about that? Well, if you have MTHFR, a very common genetic mutation which prevents your body from processing folic acid correctly, it can cause serious issues and complications, especially during pregnancy. My story starts back when I had an early miscarriage last year.

Years ago, my mother asked my husband and I to take a genetic test just so we have the information if needed in the future. It may sound excessive to do, but my family owned a home business specializing in preventative health and this was their newest product at that time. After losing my first pregnancy, my mom dug up my genetic report and looked at the results out of curiosity to see if anything stood out. Two of my MTHFR genes (I know, it sure looks like a bad word, right?), the ones which are responsible for processing folic acid, were defective. This information sent me into a research frenzy on the topic.

Before I dive in, let me be clear; I am absolutely NO doctor or medical professional by any stretch. The information presented below I have learned from Dr. Ben Lynch, an expert in the MTHFR community, and his website. I am simply being my own advocate for my health, being proactive and doing all I can to try to start a family with my husband. My writing this is simply to share my experience, and what I have gone through and learned from it. If that could possibly help the health of just ONE person, then I have done my part in potentially making someone’s dream of becoming a parent come true.

What is MTHFR?

According to Dr. Ben Lynch, “MTHFR is a very common genetic defect that affects approximately 1 in 4 people seriously and nearly 1 in 2 people mildly. The MTHFR gene has a simple, but highly critical, function surrounding how your body utilizes folic acid and other forms of folate. Those with the variant of MTHFR called C667T have a 40% to 60% decreased ability to produce the body’s most active form of folate called methylfolate. Methylfolate is a critical nutrient affecting neurotransmitter production, DNA regulation, immunity and the cardiovascular system. Indirectly, methylfolate affects hormone levels and detoxification” (mthfr.net). The MTHFR gene impacts so many systems because it is in every single cell of your body.

Folic acid is NOT the same thing as folate. It still has to be broken down into methylfolate for the body to use it. For me, folic acid is problematic because it actually blocks the body’s absorption of natural folate and methylfolate. By my taking a folic acid prenatal for several months, I was unknowingly messing up my body’s methylation process. My folate level must have been low since my body wasn’t able to properly break down folic acid and actually clogged up my body’s ability to methylate (I don’t know this for sure because my my lab tests were done after I had already switched to the proper nutrition and supplementation).

What is the difference between folic acid and folate?

I like to explain folic acid like this. Imagine you have pure cane sugar and high fructose corn syrup. Your body can much more easily break Sources-Of-Folic-Acid-300x185down sugar compared to a synthetic version such as high fructose corn syrup. Folic acid is the high fructose corn syrup; it’s a synthetic form of vitamin B9, and some people just can’t process it. Not only can it not be processed properly, it also builds up toxins within your system creating a snowball effect and causes other systems to not function properly. High levels of un-metabolized folic acid can increase cancer risk and b12 deficiency.

Folate, which is naturally found in dark leafy greens, can easily be processed and effectively absorbed. We all know how important folate is, particularly when it comes to pregnancy. The problem is that people generally assume folate and folic acid are the same thing, which they are most definitely not. And what blew my mind the most was when I went through my pantry and saw how many products with folic acid in them. But more on that later.

What problems can it create?

MTHFR and folic acid can cause low folate levels and raise the risk for a large list of issues and illnesses for the mother; infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, blood clots, postpartum depression, high homocysteine levels (also can cause heart disease, stroke, pre-eclampsia, low birthweight, premature birth and miscarriage). The baby’s health is also at risk for neural tube defects, spina bifida, anacephaly, autism, ADD/ADHD and Down’s syndrome. It is important to note that some people can have perfectly healthy children and pregnancies even with this genetic mutation.

This doesn’t affect just women, either. Men’s folate levels and diet can also impact birth defects or diseases in their children.

My personal findings…

My genetic report showed that I am compound heterozygous MTHFR, which means that I have a mutation in two different MTHFR genes; MTHFR 677 and MTHFR 1298. My defect in the MTHFR 677 gene raises blood clot risk as well as a 40-60% decreased ability to produce methylfolate.

I took matters into my own hands, and after days of research (Dr. Ben Lynch and his website are a wealth of great information) I learned that the best way to reverse the effects of taking folic acid is to cut it out of your diet and supplement with a high dose of pure methylfolate so your body doesn’t have to break it down. I made the switch immediately, and also made sure I was taking a high quality B complex supplement containing methylcobalamin. I also decided to begin taking a baby aspirin to help prevent any potential blood clot issues. Some women with homozygous mutations may need to take more medication (Lovenox or Heparin) than a simple baby aspirin to prevent blood clot issues and carry to term, so it is important to know your own genetic situation. There are SO many different ways to test for infertility and miscarriage issues that are not touched upon here (thyroid function, other genetic variants, etc).

After bringing all this information to my doctor, who was vaguely familiar with MTHFR, he ran a full panel of blood work (folate, vitamin D and B, thyroid, cholesterol, lipid, etc) and agreed that I take a daily baby aspirin. At that point I had already been taking the methylfolate supplement for almost a month. My results came back normal, which I assume was because I was already in the process of fixing the folate deficiency I had created.

I then sought out a MTHFR specialist (I found her by searching here) to help me fine tune my supplementation to reverse any damage I may have done and have a healthy pregnancy in the future. The specialist did a series of tests and additional blood work. We looked at ferritin, cortisol, DHEA, detailed thyroid (TSH, Free T4, Free T3, TPO, reverse T3), homocysteine, BH4, progesterone, iron and TIBC. Everything looked good, and we concluded that I was supplementing correctly and covering all the bases to help optimize my health.

Why is this the first you’ve heard of it?

The first major problem I have come across with MTHFR is that doctors (mine included) don’t understand the difference between folic acid and folate. They use these terms interchangeably. My doctor initially thought that in order to fix the MTHFR mutation, I must supplement heavily with more folic acid to make up for the fact that I don’t process it correctly. WRONG! This is the exact opposite of what should be done! It must be eliminated entirely, because adding more folic acid makes the problem worse. Folate must be supplemented so the body doesn’t have to break it down.

The widespread prenatal advice is to take folic acid.  Women are not aware of the potential problems with folic acid, and the medical community needs to catch up with this information.

What immediate changes could I make to prevent potential MTHFR issues?

Now, I may have gone a bit overboard. I stayed away from folic acid once I put all this information together. I made sure I didn’t eat anything (as best I could) that may have contained it. This means eliminating any enriched foods from my diet. Read the labels of your food in your pantry right now. When I did this, I was floored to see how many things included folic acid! Flour is usually enriched with folic acid, so take a look at your processed carbohydrates such as cereal, pasta and bread. The good news is there are numerous products you can easily switch to. I use an unenriched organic flour for my baking needs. Many gluten free options also work well to switch to.

I immediately stopped taking the folic acid prenatal vitamin I was on and switched to one with pure folate specifically for those with MTHFR. I even added a folate supplement in addition to my prenatal vitamin to help correct the folic acid in my system. I am not selling anything, but I am happy to share with you what vitamin I went on if you send me a message or comment below.

Should I do genetic testing?

If you are concerned you may have this defect, you honestly don’t need to take a genetic test if you don’t want to. You could simply just replace your folic acid with folate in your vitamin and diet as a preventative measure. However, for me, knowledge is power and I Genetic-testing-imagepersonally find comfort in knowing anything that may be a factor in my health. There are so many different processes that can be affected by genetics, so taking an individual approach towards addressing health concerns is paramount. I learned I have a couple other genetic mutations that I also addressed with proper nutrition and supplementation, and I truly believe the combination of correctly supplementing has led to a successful and healthy pregnancy this second time around. Again, I am not selling anything, but I am happy to share with you what genetic test I did if you send me a message or comment below.

More information?

I strongly encourage you to be your own advocate for your health. If you are considering starting a family in the future, I highly recommend both you and your partner evaluate your diet and supplementation even if you don’t have any current health concerns. While there is no way to definitively tell if my first pregnancy loss was due to MTHFR, I can rest assured that for my second pregnancy I have done everything I can to give my baby the healthiest start possible.

A great resource for more information can be found at mthfr.net.

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Fitness festivities: 5 tips to stay fit this holiday season

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn fitness, goal, health, motivation, nutritionLeave a comment

The holiday season can pose quite the challenge when it comes to maintaining fitness. All the parties, decadent drinks, and munching merriment can quickly throw you off track. Here are 5 great ways to help keep you on track to a merry and healthy holiday season.

  1. Never leave for a party on an empty stomach. It doesn’t take much to overindulge and rack up some serious calories extremely quickly if you arrive at a party and are already famished. Chances are the food at home is healthier than what is served at a party, so plan ahead and make sure you have a nutritious and filling snack to help keep your hunger at bay. Don’t forget to stay hydrated both before and during a party as well – it’s easy to forget to drink water during colder months.
  2. Fill your plate with the healthiest foods first. Thinking of loading up on that baked brie and crackers? Don’t deprive yourself, but make a concerted effort to keep the majority of your plate as nutritious as possible. So reach for those veggies and pile on that salad first, then circle back for a smaller portion of mashed potatoes and stuffing. Sometimes a smaller portion of those less healthy foods is just enough to satisfy without feeling restricted from indulging a bit – after all, it is the holidays; enjoy it!
  3. Get moving by starting an active tradition. Getting cozy on that couch sure may be enticing, but make that your reward for getting some activity in. Go for a brisk walk or other shared activity after opening presents, and make it a family tradition. Need a little more motivation? Instead of those matching Christmas pajamas, switch it up to matching Christmas workout apparel – you’ll be excited to break them in and get moving together!
  4. Hold yourself accountable. If you find yourself slacking in the gym department, give yourself a goal for how many minutes of exercise a week you want to fit in. Let’s say you want to put in 2 hours of exercise a week. For every week you reach that total, reward yourself with a little gift. You’re worth it! Not enough motivation? Do this with a friend, and give each other a little gift each week!
  5. Think ahead to your New Year’s resolution. Chances are your New Year’s resolution is health or fitness related. If so, don’t wait until you ring in the new year to get going; start making strides towards that goal ahead of time. It will make your goal feel so much more attainable if you already have a head start. Want to get into yoga? Check out different studios now to see where you might like to begin regularly going after the new year. Want to eat healthier? Start testing out healthy recipes now so you have an easier time diving right in come January.

With a little forward planning, the holiday season can also be both a fun and fit one. Cheers to your health!

Warmly,

Dani

Is your diet holding you back from achieving the results you desire?

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn fitness, health, nutritionLeave a comment

eatyourselfwell Let’s take a good honest look at nutrition. Do you think that your diet could be cleaned up? Most of us could do better in that area. Let’s say you’re working out every day, but not eating right every day. Are you seeing results? Maybe. Probably not. Think of how much better your results will be if you pair the gym with the kitchen! You’re essentially undoing all that hard work when you go eat foods that don’t provide any nutritional benefits. Processed food really is a poor excuse for food. It’s NOT FOOD! Your body doesn’t know what to do with it, so it damages it. Is that worth doing? No! Wouldn’t you agree that when you eat clean, you FEEL better? That’s your body thanking you for feeding it what it wants and recognizes as good food.

How do I know what to eat?

When you go food shopping, most of your items in your cart should be from the perimeter of the store. That’s where the nutritional stuff is, and that’s what your body wants. Fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy. Of course, there are other healthy foods found within the center isles of the store too. But for the most part, this is what you should be eating. If you want a real eye opener, watch the documentary “Fed Up”. It is fantastic, and will make you not want to eat another processed “food” item ever again. While you’re at it, google “Remove rust with Coke”. Disgusting. Can you imagine how terrible these things are for your body? You may be literally poisoning yourself.

Now, that’s not to say that you are doing a great job by getting active. Fantastic work! However, I’d say that it’s MORE important to eat right than workout. Pair the two, and it’s a match made in healthy heaven.

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How do I start fixing my diet?

I absolutely recommend a food log. It will help keep you honest. If you have to write down what you are eating, it will make you reevaluate the foods you choose to eat and buy. If you feel like that is too much work, think to yourself; is my health worth it? Of course! Make the time. I promise it’s worth it. Try this free app: Lose it! It’s super easy to use, and I personally use it every day to help keep me on track.

If you have a hard time getting veggies into your diet, I definitely recommend supplementing with Complete Greens. It’s packed with all that goodness to help give you a nutritional boost your body will thank you for.

These are my yummy grilled veggies! Delish!!

If you want to try a program that is more detailed and specific, I am happy to help! I coach people to kick start their fitness journey through a clean, low glycemic approach to eating, and really helps you learn how to eat right. Take a look at the tab “21 Day Challenge” for a really incredible eating program. Contact me for more info about it 🙂

Stay healthy, my friends!

Warmly,
Dani

Vitamins: You get what you pay for

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn fitness, health, nutrition, nutritional supplement, wellnessLeave a comment

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Have you ever wondered how much of those pill vitamins you’re actually absorbing? Did you know you actually only absorb about 10%, 30% at best, of those pills? The x-ray image to the right shows Centrum pills – one of the best-selling multivitamins in the country. However, this x-ray shows a 2 day journey through the digestive system before exiting undigested. Why? Because they’re made with binders, fillers, colors and dyes. Your body can’t break it down those binders and fillers fast enough to absorb it before it leaves you. Many contain artificial colors and hydrogenated oils. Tablets or capsules are simply an inefficient way to deliver your most important nutrients. I’m sure you can agree that you are literally throwing your hard-earned money into the toilet.

Well, what are your other options? Try to eat all your vitamins from the foods in your diet? Good luck with that! It’s incredibly difficult to do that on a daily basis, and can really run up a large grocery bill.

Fortunately, there’s a better way. I personally drink my vitamins. Nope, I promise it doesn’t taste gross and I definitely prefer it over swallowing pills. I’ve been drinking my vitamins since I was 8 years old, and I can count on one hand how many times I’ve been sick. I really attribute my health to these fantastic vitamins. They’re formulated using the most advanced and scientifically proven ingredients, providing rapid delivery and superior results. It’s the most effective delivery system, second only to IV. Malic and citric acid along with carbohydrates assist in the absorption of nutrients across cell membranes. I actually did my 8th grade science fair on comparing pill vitamins and liquid vitamins – it made people really think about where they are putting their money.

PictureThe Isotonix vitamin line comes in a powder form which you mix with 2 ounces of water per serving. By mixing with water, it has a very high bio availability when consumed. Each morning, I mix up my nutritious cocktail and sip it on an empty stomach. That’s it! I get almost all my vitamins in one drink (well, not my fish oils – THAT would be gross!), and it doesn’t get any easier than that, right? And don’t get me started; yes, everyone should be taking vitamins! I know you will feel a difference, and the quality is superior to anything else on the market; Non-GMO, gluten free, no binders, fillers, artificial colors or hydrogenated oils. So stop throwing your hard earned money down the drain, make the switch to these incredible nutraceuticals. Your body is the only one you are given and these products will help you maintain and improve the most important thing you can ever have – your health.

If you aren’t sure what to take (multivitamin, antioxidant OPC-3, vitamin D, B-complex, calcium, acai, resveratrol, magnesium, coenzyme Q10, digestive enzymes…the list goes on!), please contact me and we can discuss what might work best for your needs. I’d love to help you find your perfect cocktail. A complete wellness protocol includes a Multivitamin, B-Complex with 5-MTHF and methyl-cobalamin, Calcium and OPC-3 (5 antioxidants in one) costs the same as 1 cup of coffee a day. Take a peek at shop.com and create an account to earn cash on every dollar spent 🙂

Happy vitamin-drinking!

Warmly,

Dani

My fabulous 3 ingredient oatmeal pancakes recipe

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn fitness, nutrition, recipe2 Comments

It’s the perfect breakfast, and only 3 ingredients! I hope you enjoy this deliciousness as much as I do!

Ingredients:

  • 2 eggs or egg whites
  • 1/2 cup old fashioned oatmeal
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon (to taste)
  • garnish: maple syrup or peanut butter and fruit

1. Combine eggs, oatmeal, and cinnamon in a bowl, mix together. I like to soak the ingredients together for about 10 minutes until the oatmeal softens up.

2. In a greased pan over medium heat, pour mixture into pan and flip when cooked.

*If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can throw the oatmeal in a blender or food processor to make it a smoother batter 🙂

Enjoy! Happy eating!

Warmly,

Dani

A whole lotta Tabata workout – Shamrock style!

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn cardio, class, fitness, group fitness, gym, high intensity interval training, home workout, tabata, workoutLeave a comment

Want a kick butt total body workout?? Look no further! What is Tabata you ask? Tabata is 20 seconds of active work followed by 10 seconds of rest. It is a phenomenal high intensity interval training workout!

Watch the video a few times for form 💪👊 You can find a clearer version on my Instagram: @danisanusifitness
👉This video has 8 exercises. Do the first exercise for 8 sets of 20 seconds on, 10 seconds rest, then rest 1 minute and move onto the second exercise for 8 sets…etc until you complete all 8 exercises for 8 sets each! Don’t forget to switch arms or legs! I used 15lb dumbells in the video, but make sure you can keep the form otherwise drop the weight. For the overhead presses, feel free to add a squat as well – we sure did in class! Pick a weight that works best for you, and as always modify and listen to your body. Whew!!
👉Be sure to warm up before and properly cool down and stretch afterwards.

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Happy sweating!

Warmly,

Dani

P.S. I am happy to explain the exercises in more detail, feel free to comment below for clarification 🙂

This week’s cycle class playlist and choreography! (Ride #4)

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn cardio, class, cycle, fitness, group fitness, gym, health, home workout, motivation, playlist, spin, workoutLeave a comment

Check out this super fun 45 minute ride (not including cool down and stretch). I hope you enjoy it, and go get that workout in! No excuses! 🙂 I always set up the ride so that whenever we’re out of the saddle, you use the beat to guide your pace to keep your RPMs on target.

IMPORTANT: Always remember to warm up and workout within your ability according to your doctor. Listen to your body, and if you need to stop, please do so. I am NOT responsible for any harm you may cause yourself! Please be sure to have the proper safe bike setup.  Now that that’s said and done, lets have some fun!

After a 5 minute fIMG_4432lat warm up, start off Track 2 with a small hill right away for support out of the saddle. Use each chorus to come out of the saddle to position 2. Sit verses. You’ll be quite warmed up after this first track. You’re welcome 😉

Track 3 is 8 count jumps for 4 sets during each chorus, shifting from position 1 to 2 (seated to standing run), holding your small hill from track 1. You’re welcome again 😉

Track 4 is a sprint track, starting with a flat road. Use chorus to sprint, adding a very small gear each sprint. The 1st is 15 seconds, the 2nd is 20 seconds, and the final is 40 seconds.  You can add a slight incline throughout the track for added difficulty. Yum!

Track 5 we recover at a flat road, adding to a small hill at the big beat drop and coming up to position 2 and shifting to position 3 for 3 sets. Each set, adding a full gear, ending with the 3rd set at a very heavy hill.

Track 6 drops back to your flat road for a quick recovery, then adding back the small hill. We have 3 sets going from position 1 up to position 2 during the chorus.

Track 7 drops the gear back to your flat road, where we have a slow gradual seated climb, ending at your super heavy hill.

Track 8 holds the gear from the previous track, walking out and recovering right away. Pick it up, holding the gear in position 2, and shift to position 3 for each chorus for 3 sets.

Track 9 drops back to your flat road once again, where we have sprints; 15 seconds on and off. You can add a small incline during each sprint if you’re feeling fancy. Yum!

Track 10 has a 1 minute flat recovery in position 1, then you crank on a heavy gear and come up to position 3 for each chorus. Recover in position 1 holding a small hill, and repeat cranking on a heavier gear each time, ending with a very heavy hill for the final 3rd set.

Track 11 (which is cut off in the image: it’s Edge of Glory by Lady Gaga) recovers in position 1 with a flat road to start, then comes out of the saddle at the beat to position 2 right adding to your small hill. Then we have 3 sets shifting from position 2 to 3, each set adding to get to a super heavy hill. Finishing strong with a heavy heavy hill!

That’s it! Whew! If you have any questions about the ride, don’t hesitate to ask! What are your favorite spin songs?

Happy sweating!

Warmly,

Dani

My problem with cheat days

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I love cheat days. LOVE them! They can be essential for success with any healthy lifestyle, because they allow you to indulge and enjoy your favorite foods that might not be so healthy. By not completely depriving yourself, you’re motivated to stay on track overall and it does help reset your metabolism and raise leptin levels. But, I’ve found myself to have quite a problem with cheat days! Here’s why.

junk foodI’m not used to rich foods, or processed foods. They aren’t a normal part of my diet, although I definitely do enjoy them. I’m only human! Over the last year I have really cleaned up my diet, still allowing for the cheat meal or cheat day on a normal basis. Because I’m not as used to processed foods anymore, it really messes up my digestive system. My body just doesn’t know what to do with the stuff anymore, I guess? What’s interesting is I don’t have any digestive issues, and they are quite rare. Over the last year (since I’ve started to clean up my diet), I’ve noticed that whenever I have a full blown cheat day, or even cheat meal, I feel TERRIBLE. A few times, I wasn’t even able to keep the food down at all. I felt much better after ridding my system of the food, thankfully.

What’s interesting to me is; what on earth is in these ‘foods’ that my body is rejecting? That’s really something to think about. Kind of scary, right? These processed foods really aren’t actually foods our bodies are supposed to be ingesting. Have you ever gone on a sugar detox, or maybe a clean eating regimen? If you have, you probably found yourself not wanting or needing those processed foods after a few days. Your body becomes addicted to these processed foods, and isn’t really ever satisfied with the foods because it’s not getting the proper nutrients it needs to function at its best. Is it worth eating, only to feel terrible for the rest of the day? Or even worse, let my body reject it a few hours later?

All day last Sunday, watching both of the football games, most of what I ate was processed; Cheetos and Doritos were amongst some of these foods. At the end of the day, I felt so sick, exhausted and sluggish. I literally felt my body crave something healthy. Crazy, right?! I think I’m going to have to go with more of a cheat meal, rather than a cheat day. I would assume it’s just a system overload issue. Does anyone else have these problems with cheat days? If you are interested in eating clean, don’t hesitate to ask me questions you may have!

Happy clean eating!

Warmly,

Dani

The supplement everyone should be taking

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It’s called OPC-3. It stands for oligomeric proanthocyanadins. Easy to remember, right? 😉 I’ve been taking it since I was 7, every darn day. My parents came across this product 20 years ago, they knew they had found something special and build an entire business around it.  You’d think I would grow to hate something I had to take every day growing up, right? Especially something that’s actually good for you. Nope, not when it’s something that is actually amazing and works.

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The best stuff ever!

At the time, my little sister was regularly getting these terrible ear infections. The doctors couldn’t seem to understand why or how to prevent them. After starting to take OPC-3, she never had another one since. It has helped me fight off and prevent colds before the symptoms even truly start to present themselves. I can count on a single hand how many times I’ve been sick in any way in the last 10 years. (NO, I’m not kidding!)

What makes it unique?

Isotonix OPC-3 is one of the most revolutionary nutritional supplements, as it is the most effective with it’s delivery system. It is a powder which you mix with water. No pills! Yay! This product is the only nutritional supplement powder in the world that has Pycnogenol (a super-antioxidant) in it, since Isotonix has exclusive worldwide rights to it.

Its benefits include:

    • promoting your cardiovascular health by helping you maintain healthy blood vessels and showing anti-inflammatory activity
    • protects against free radicals
    • helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels and health circulation by strengthening capillaries, arteries and veins
    • helps maintain joint flexibility
    • helps reduce mild menstrual cramping and abdominal pain
    • helps support visual health and visual acuity
    • potent free radical scavenger
    • promotes healthy blood vessel dilation and health nitric oxide levels
    • supports a healthy complexion
    • supports healthy blood glucose levels, healthy platelet activity, and healthy sperm quality
    • promotes sinus comfort
    • supports immune health

It has been beneficial for a vast variety of autoimmune diseases such as; rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and even MS.

Check it out here: http://bit.ly/1gVxoi8. I promise you, you won’t be disappointed. Take it consistently for 3 months, and check with me on the dosage (maybe you’ll do better with a double dosage). Remember, eating clean and treating your body right is just one area of health and fitness, but it is absolute essential for your wellness! Invest in yourself, and your body. I truly believe preventative care is the the way to go 🙂

Want to win a 90 servings size Isotonix OPC-3 for free? I’m starting a FIT FEBRUARY 28 Day Challenge, with prizes!! Simply post a picture on Facebook or Instagram showing how you fit fitness into your day, every day for the month of2015/01/img_4248.png February and you’ll be entered to win 1 of these 2 fabulous prizes: A 90 serving bottle of OPC-3, a $69.95 value! Or, Complete Greens, the best easy way to add the power of veggies to your diet! A $43.50 value! (Check out my Complete Greens protein smoothie recipe here: http://bit.ly/1J6NLap). Be sure to tag #fitfebruary2015 and @danisanusifitness. Make sure your profile isn’t on private so we can see your wonderful posts. GO FOR IT! Who’s in?! Ask a friend to do it with you and support each other!

Please don’t hesitate if you have any questions! Do you currently take an antioxidant?

Happy supplementing!

Warmly,

Dani

Never give up on your fit self

I want you to believe in yourself as much as I do. I truly think that anything is possible for you. No matter what your goals are, never give up on your dreams. Dreams are what makes life so beautiful. Giving up is the easy thing to do. If your goals pertain to health and fitness, then pretend this post is my personal high-five just for you!

Yes2015/01/img_4203.pngterday my dear friend Lauren sent me this text you see here. She has made fitness goals for 2015, and is doing a fabulous job keeping them. I am so proud of her! However, some days you will have zero motivation to keep working towards that goal. We have all been there. And yesterday was that day for her. I am even more proud of her that she went to the gym anyways. It is so easy to just give up, sit on the couch, and pig out on junk food. One lazy day can easily lead to the next, and before you know it, you’ve gone a month without working out. Even if this post motivates just ONE person to keep going, then I have succeeded in my personal goals. And this text from Lauren is just one example of why never giving up will always be worth it!

i'm glad i didn't workDon’t let a bad day get you down, friend. Some days, we have a bad workout. It’s okay, because the next one will go better. Just keep throwing those sneakers on, and don’t stop. There will be a day where you look back and thank yourself for sticking with it. The only thing holding you back is you. Now go for it!

If you would like me to help guide you through your fitness journey, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me 🙂 I am happy to help however I can!

Happy sweating!

Warmly,

Dani

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn 2015, fitness, goal, gym, health, motivation, resolution, workout6 Comments