Letip West Essex

Radio Interview!

2010-03-23T19:49:00.001-04:00

Networking is a really valuable tool, particularly in today's business environment. Personal referrals are an excellent source of business and usually lead to long and loyal business relationships.

Today, I invite you to check out my blog at http://behealthyascanbe.blogspot.com/ and listen in to my recent radio interview.

Listen In and take the first step towards your personal health and wellbeing!

Enjoy,
Karen
karen@behealthyascanbe.com
www.behealthyascanbe.com

Go Bananas and have a Party!!

2009-07-29T09:34:00.007-04:00

So what do Bananas and a Party have in common? Great nutrition and tupperware. As a member of the Le Tip West Essex Chapter, located in Montclair NJ, sharing information and products is a great networking tool!! Kathy Lista, our Tupperware guru, shared some great information on the banana and all of its many nutritional benefits. One of Kathy's favorite things to do is to host a Tupperware Party. She can show you all the wonderful tupperware products, including the banana keeper!!! Do not delay, summer time is a perfect time to host a party or organize a fundraiser using Tupperware. Kathy can be reached by phone 973-249-8429 or by email: LisKat2@aol.com

Now, as a passionate nutritional consultant, I wanted to get in on the party. As I will often say, the best start to any healthy program is to begin with eating a diet rich in whole foods: lots of fruits and vegetable, whole grain, omega rich fish, helthy oils such as olive oil, etc. Because life is busy and we don't always get our optimal amounts of food servings, that's where GNLD's whole food nutritional products and programs come into play. These products enable you to bridge the gap between the food you eat and the daily optimal nutrition your body needs for vibrant health. To learn more about the GNLD's products and programs I offer, go to my website www.behealthyascanbe.com or send me an email: karen@behealthyascanbe.com

Read on, see what a banana can do for you, and Enjoy!!

Karen Lee

BeHealthAsCanBe

973-746-4026

www.beheatlhyascanbe.com

Bananas contain three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber. A banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes.But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet.

Depression: According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.

PMS: Forget the pills - eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.

Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.

Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.

Brain Power: 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school ( England ) were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.

Constipation: High in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.

Hangovers: One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey The banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.

Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.

Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.

Mosquito bites: Before reaching for the insect bite cream, try rubbing the affected area with the inside of a banana skin. Many people find it amazingly successful at reducing swelling and irritation.

Nerves: Bananas are high in B vitamins that help calm the nervous system.

Overweight and at work? Studies at the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on comfort food like chocolate and chips. Looking at 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were more likely to be in high-pressure jobs. The report concluded that, to avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to control our blood sugar levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady.

Ulcers: The banana is used as the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. It is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicler cases. It also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.

Temperature control: Many other cultures see bananas as a "cooling" fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. In Thailand , for example, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Bananas can help SAD sufferers because they contain the natural mood enhancer tryptophan.

Smoking &Tobacco Use: Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. The B6, B12 they contain, as well as the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.

Stress: Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body's water balance. When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels.. These can be rebalanced with the help of a high-potassium banana snack.

Strokes: According to research in The New England Journal of Medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%!

Warts: Those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you want to kill off a wart, take a piece of banana skin and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out. Carefully hold the skin in place with a plaster or surgical tape!

So, a banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods around So maybe its time to change that well-known phrase so that we say, "A banana a day keeps the doctor away!"

Summertime Refreshment

2009-07-08T10:15:00.006-04:00

Good Morning! The sun is shining and the air feels cool.

Refreshing!! It's summertime.

My topic today, as a speaker in my West Essex Le Tip chapter networking group, was GNLD's newest product called TRE'.

TRE' is a bioactive nutritional essence that harnesses the rich, rejuvenating bounty of nature. It's a liquid drawn from a select group of nature's most powerful and unique fruits that are naturally rich in bioactive compounds, called POLYPHENOLS. Science has shown that the polyphenols found in these fruits play a wide range of critical roles in supporting and promoting health, longevity, and cognitive function.

In each ounce of TRE' you receive the benefits of

20 oz of fresh pomegranate juice,
resveratrol content of 1-2 glasses of fine red wine,
alpha-lipoic acid content of more than 6 cups of spinach and
3.5 times the power of anti-oxidant rich orange juice!

Even more importantly, TRE' tastes great and it's an excellent way to add an extra shot of goodness into your day. Take your shot straight up or mix it in with your favorite summer iced tea, sparkling mineral water, or your favorite protein shake. Give your diet a boost and enjoy the healthy benefits these super fruits give to you.

For more information or to order this product, please contact me at karen@beheatlhyascanbe.com.

Sit down, relax, enjoy summer and add a splash of TRE' to your day.

Enjoy and Be Well,

Karen

www.behealthyascanbe.com

Food, Inc. - The Movie

2009-07-01T10:03:00.009-04:00

Happy Fourth of July to all of our LeTippers!!

To follow up on Joe's visitation day commercial for me today....

I want to invite all of you to see the movie Food, Inc.
To find times and locations you can check the film website www.foodincmovie.com
If you are close to Montclair the film is currently playing at the Claridge Theartre.

This movie is a MUST SEE for every consumer of food! As you will learn, your personal spending power and actions regarding food choices can make a very big difference in the direction of what food companies are willing to provide.

As a never ending advocate for great health, this movie provides insights to the industrialized food companies. It will not surprise you in the least to learn that your personal health is not the first priority for food companies.

Also, as a member of the organization Slow Food, check out www.slowfoodnnj.org . You can find some additional ways to learn more about local sustainable food choices, CSA (community supported agriculture) and more.

Your health and your family's health depends on YOU!!

To learn more about how I can help you start on a whole food nutritional program, go to my website www.behealthyascanbe.com and complete the nutritional questionnaire! Start your healthy journey today!!

Enjoy and Be Well,
Karen

www.behealthyascanbe.com

Crafters, Purveyors of Accessories Needed

2009-05-07T20:40:00.003-04:00

We are seeking crafters and purveyors of specialty items and accessories (handbags, wallets, belts, scarves) to network and host their displays at an Open House Image Forum.

This educational symposium will take place in Secaucus, New Jersey on September 13, 2009.

Businesses catering to a savvy, image-oriented clientele are ideal.

Please let us know if you are interested and/or feel free to forward this message.

Sincerely,

Lorelle N. Michelson, M. D., F.A.C.S., LLC

http://www.michelsonmd.com

http://www.michelson.yourmd.com

Lmichaelson@nj.rr.com

2009-04-16T20:57:00.002-04:00

You are cordially invited to an

Image Forum

11 AM Sunday, April 19, 2009

Meadowlands Penthouse

55 Meadowlands Parkway

Secaucus, New Jersey 07096

Maximizing Your Emergency Department Visit

Estelle Williams, M. D., F.A.C.E.P.

Director Emergency Services Meadowlands Medical Center

Cosmetic Nasal Surgery

Lorelle N. Michelson, M. D., F.A.C.S., LLC

Plastic Surgeon

Dedication: The Center for Food Action

Musical Selections: The West Essex Chamber Players

Unique Samples Exhibits Light Repast

R.S.V.P. 973-994-2484

www.michelsonmd.com

Image Forum

2009-04-16T20:30:00.002-04:00

You are cordially invited to an Image Forum

11 AM Sunday, April 19, 2009

Meadowlands Penthouse

55 Meadowlands Parkway

Secaucus, New Jersey 07096

Maximizing Your Emergency Department Visit
Estelle Williams, M. D., F.A.C.E.P.

Director Emergency Services Meadowlands Medical Center

Permanent Make-Up

MaryAnn Velardi

Dermatatechnician

Cosmetic Nasal Surgery

Lorelle N. Michelson, M. D., F.A.C.S., LLC

Plastic Surgeon

Dedication: The Center for Food Action
Musical Selections: The West Essex Chamber Players

Unique Samples Exhibits Light Repast

R.S.V.P. 973-994-2484
www.michelsonmd.com

Breakfast

2009-04-10T10:35:00.002-04:00

I have heard these words in reference to our breakfast meetings…”It’s not about breakfast” and well OK, we do meet first to market for each other. Visit the West Essex LeTip chapter to learn that it is possible to “be about” - a “grand breakfast” and great networking, without skipping a beat. The early morning 7:16 am meeting boasts a healthy rise and sunshine breakfast: Beginning with made to order customized omelets chosen from a palette of chopped vegetables and herb selections. Our buffet has so many options to select from: starting with sausage or bacon, moving onto yogurt, fresh fruit, cereals and muffins that are always on the menu. Take a pear to go, and enjoy it later for that energy pick me up. The fruit will be the perfect treat to hit the spot while you spend your day thinking about your LeTip partners in business. Our group usually runs around 40 strong but we are always looking for new members. Look up the roster on line at http://www.letipwestessex.com. The membership excludes competition in all categories. Each new member increases our sales force. Are we missing your business category, check us out?

Judy Bennett
Grove Baskets & Gifts

6 Tips on Proper E-mail Etiquette

2009-04-04T08:09:00.003-04:00

With the digital age upon us, personal contact is becoming less popular everyday. Cellphones,e-mail, texting,voice mail and blogs almost make actually seeing a person unnecessary. The main problem with digital communication is, we tend to forget all about etiquette. The internet is a world within itself, with that, there are certain guidelines that we should follow. The list I have compiled is not in any particular order.

1. Don't' assume everyone knows everything. We are still very much in the infancy stage of the internet, that being said, everyday thousands of people surf the internet for the first time. That fact alone is astounding. It almost seems hard to believe that there are millions and millions of people that have never surfed the web or even checked their e-mail. That means the obvious things that most people know about computers, is not known by everyone. I clearly remember when someone took the time to show me how to cut and paste, now I have cut and paste keys on my keyboard

2. Take time to read e-mails, if not interested unsubscribe. People spend good money and time to send you e-mail. We all know spam is a bad thing and as technology advances its days are truly numbered. The email that we subscribe to by requesting info, or by purchasing something should be welcome . Take the time to read their offer, you were interested at some point in what they had to say. If you are no longer interested, unsubscribe from their mailing list. Don't waste your time (or theirs) if you are not interested any longer.

3. Respond to e-mail and blog post as soon as possible. People that are trying to get businesses started on the internet rely on other people for a lot of different things, if someone asks you a question, answer them quickly, they may be waiting for your reply to reply to someone else.

4. Kill em with kindness. In the digital world it is very easy to be misunderstood, without seeing facial expressions and other forms of communication in person, it is easy for someone to not realize you were making a joke or being sarcastic.

5. Don't forward e-mail with your whole mailing list on it. When you receive those e-mails from someone with the jokes or inspirational stories, before you pass it on, copy and paste it in a new e-mail, so you are not sending all the e-mail addresses that are attached all over the internet. If that is to much work, don't forward it at all.

6. Check out offers. If an e-mail gets passed all your anti-spam software, read it. It is well documented that there are millions of bogus offers on the net, but there are also millions of legitimate ways to make money on the net. One of those legitimate offers that could be the key that opens the door to a world of financial freedom may be in your inbox right now.

Todd C. Robinson
TNS Marketing

National Administrative Professionals Day

2009-03-26T06:10:00.004-04:00

National Administrative Professionals Day for 2009 is right around the corner! Wednesday, April 22nd is the official day but the whole week is celebrated as Administrative Professional’s Week. So whether you have one administrative assistant or a dozen, don't let this day slip by without recognizing them for their hard work and dedication to you and your company. We've hand picked a selection of thoughtful and appropriate gifts that make it easy for you!

Click here to check out Grove Baskets & Gifts

Fiber

2009-02-25T17:18:00.007-05:00

During each of our weekly LeTip meetings, members have the opportunity to speak for 7 minutes to share about their business and what a good tip or business lead would be. Only members are permitted to speak at our meetings. This is one of the great privileges of our networking group. It is a core fiber of our networking organization.

Fiber, soluble or insoluble, is one preferable to another? No. It is important to get a mixture of both soluble and insoluble. And lucky for us, this variety can be found in Mother Nature. However, according to the National Cancer Institute, the average american consumes only 10-20 grams per day which falls short of their recommended 20-30 grams of daily fiber for adults.

So what is fiber and how do I bridge the gap?

An essential "non-nutrient", fiber is a complex of indigestible carbohydrates that provide cellular structure to the plant foods we eat. Fiber occurs in the skin and pulp of fruits and vegetables, plus seeds, nuts, grains, and legumes. Soluble fiber is delivered as gums and pectins. Insoluble fiber is provided as cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin.

Fruits, vegetables and grains vary considerably in the quantity and type of fiber they contain. For example leafy cabbage, young peas, and other immature plants provide a good deal of cellulose, but very little lignin. Bran supplies high levels of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin - but contains no pectin or gums. SO diversity in your diet is key!!

To understand more about the health benefits that fiber provides click on the following link:

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Contact Karen@BeHealthyAsCanBe.com to learn how GNLD's Vitality Multi-Fiber Blend and All-Natural Fiber Food and Drink mix can provide easy and versatile options for adding the 10-20 grams missing from most American's daily diets.

Fiber is a core component of your health!!

Lunch Bunch

2009-01-24T11:44:00.001-05:00

Good evening,

Please remember that we have a New Member Lunch Bunch scheduled for 12 noon, Wednesday, February 11th at Pal's Cabin.

This is an opportunity for new members to become familiar with some of the LeTip rules and traditions in a less formal setting. It is also an opportunity for old members to get to know our new members and to more casually re-connect with one another -- great networking!

Flyers will be circulated at the meetings. Please mark your calendars
and make every effort to attend.

Regards,

Mary Kay Holiday Open House

2008-11-19T12:23:00.002-05:00

Mary Kay rep Donna McCourt, is having a Holiday Open House on November 22.

Click the image for details.

Consistency Matters

2008-11-05T13:08:00.004-05:00

Ever wonder if you matter? As a member of the Le Tip of West Essex chapter, a professional business networking group, I have found that regularly attending our weekly meetings is the daily vitamin for my business. I wanted to share with all the members how very important your regular and consistent participation is to the health of our chapter and ultimately to your business. It's just like making the commitment to taking your daily GNLD whole food nutritional products.

Your health is your most valuable asset and it would be my pleasure to introduce you to the GNLD whole food nutritional products and develop a customized vitamin program just for you. These products are based in mother nature and backed by science. To learn more about how you can Look and Feel Better, Have More Energy, Stay Well, Slow the Aging Process, and Achieve Healthy Weight, please visit my website: www.behealthyascanbe.com and fill out the nutrition questionnaire.

2008-11-01T10:50:00.003-04:00

Medical/Plastic Surgery Seminar Exhibitors!

We are seeking exhbitors of trendy, unique goods and services to network and host their respective displays at an Open House Image Forum. This educational seminar will take place in Secaucus, New Jersey on Sunday, January 18, 2009.

Businesses catering to a savvy, image-oriented female clientele are ideal.

Please let us know if you are interested and/or feel free to forward this message accordingly.

http://www.michelsonmd.com

2008-10-31T08:08:00.000-04:00

Area Plastic Surgeon to Host Networking Forum

2008-10-30T06:37:00.000-04:00

This complimentary forum is designed to facilitate collaboration among participants. It has been conducted three times yearly during the past decade. The next Open House is scheduled for Sunday, January 18, 2009 at 11 AM in the Penthouse of the newly renovated Meadowlands Medical Center.

The Center for Food Action, honored at previous events, will also be a focal point of the meeting. This non-profit Bergen County-based group provides tireless support to New Jersey residents in need. Their efforts have redoubled in these particularly trying times. A special dedication to this outstanding organization is planned.

Dr. Michelson will be joined by Erica Urquhart, M. D., Ph. D., Orthopedic Surgeon, renown for her expertise in women’s issues and osteoporosis. Dr. Urquhart’s talk is entitled, “Bare Bones: Osteoporosis and Bone Health.” She will address this highly publicized topic and she will provide guidance about pressing concerns.

Dermatechnician, MaryAnn Velardi, will speak about the application of permanent cosmetics in the medical setting. Ms. Velardi often enlists the assistance of a model to facilitate her demonstrations. Ms. Velardi, an experienced practitioner, is also an instructor in this field.

Ms. Barbara Grohs, long time supporter and member of the Board of Directors of the Center for Food Action, will likewise be present.

Dr. Michelson will discuss Cosmetic Surgery of the Eyelids. This topic is of particular interest in times when looking one’s best while remaining in the work force for longer periods has become critical. Dr. Michelson encourages energetic audience interaction.

“Plastic surgery has become noticeably mainstream. More people are at ease discussing cosmetic surgery they have had,” Dr. Michelson said. “There are, however, individuals who might be contemplating a procedure and are unaware of newer techniques, those that might be less invasive, or adjunctive technology.”

Michelson added that an increasing number of men are having plastic surgery. “Cosmetic surgery is extremely popular among business men as well as men in the public eye such as those in sales. This presentation will educate anyone who has ever considered a cosmetic surgical procedure or office treatment.”

Michelson, a Bergen County resident, periodically facilitates these seminars. “The symposia are designed to be fun and, above all, educational,” Michelson said. “There is, in addition, great networking potential, especially for business owners and entrepreneurs catering to a savvy, image-oriented clientele.”

Michelson, a Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Clinical Associate Professor at the Universitry of Medicine and Dentisty of New Jersey-New Jersey Medical School, maintains her private practice in West Orange on Northfield Avenue.

Exhibitors of trendy, boutique items, including a fine jeweler, a custom tailor, and a purveyor of distinctive accessories will, among others, be on site. The West Essex Chamber Players will provide classical musical selections. Unique samples, door prizes and a complimentary light luncheon are offered.

The Open House convenes at 11 AM on Sunday, January 18, 2009. The Meadowlands Medical Center is located at 55 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, New Jersey 07096. Registration is limited.

Interested parties should telephone 973-994-2484 to reserve a seat. One may, in addition, log on to www.michelsonmd.com for information.

Individuals unable to attend may wish to make a contribution to the Center for Food Action, 192 West Demarest Avenue, Englewood, New Jersey 07631.

Talkin' Pets

2008-10-29T10:19:00.002-04:00

Did you know that what you feed your pet may be do more harm than good?
Would you want all of your food to be dry kibble out of a 40 pound bag? For the sake of convenience, we have gotten so far away from the ancestral diets of our pets--dogs and cats, in particular-- that many nutrition experts agree that the foods we are giving our pets are causing serious health problems, and possibly shortening their life span. Think about your pet’s food needs the way you would consider your own. If you shop only the periphery of a supermarket, you will have the following items in your cart by the time you go to the checkout: Produce, fish, meat, poultry, dairy, fresh baked goods. If you shop for food from the center aisles you will have the following in your cart: candy, cereal, canned fish, canned vegetable, soda, chips, and Velveeta cheese! Which cart has the greater nutritional value? The same is true for your pet. Those foods, closer to the ancestral diet (ancestors being wild animals, wolf/lion/tiger) are best for our pets.

New Jersey’s Talkin’ Pets!, the Garden State’s foremost newsletter for pet owners and animal lovers covers these topics and more.
We interview the experts right here in New Jersey about pet nutrition, behavior, medical maladies/care, cutting edge research, and much more. It’s a must-have for owners of companion animals—dogs, cats, horses, exotics—and for anyone professionally involved with pets, including veterinarians, groomers, trainers, and owners/breeders of agricultural animals. A publication of Crann Communications, New Jersey’s Talkin’ Pets!, is will make you a better consumer of pet products, services, and veterinary care.
Do you know what the best treat is for your canine? Stay tuned for our next post… it may just take your breath away!

Crann Communications

An Easy Way To Get Traffic

2008-09-12T12:47:00.006-04:00

Anyone that has a website knows that the hard part is getting traffic to it. An easy free way to get traffic is through link partners, the more connections to other sites that you have, the more traffic you'll get. Good link partners are websites that don't compete with you but are in the same industry. The way it works is, you make a request to the owner of the website that you would like to link with via e-mail or phone call, once they agree, you add a link to their site on your site and they do the same. That's it.

Google ranks your website higher if you have links coming into it, which translates into more free traffic to your site.

The Letip creed

2008-09-12T12:24:00.001-04:00

LeTip International, Inc. is a professional organization of men and women dedicated to the highest standards of competence and service. Our primary purpose is to give and receive qualified business tips or leads. Members will, at all times, maintain the highest professional integrity. Each business category is represented by one member and conflicts of interest are disallowed.