When most people think of obesity, the physical side effects, such as a big belly or love handles, may come to mind. While self-esteem and body image are intertwined for most people, it's important to understand that obesity has far more negative consequences than just how you look in the mirror.

Having reached epidemic status throughout the country, obesity is more common than ever before. Each day, more and more adults and children are becoming obese or developing habits that will lead them down the road to obesity. Among the problems the nation's obese can expect to encounter are hypertension, coronary heart disease, an increased susceptibility to stroke, sleep apnea (where breathing temporarily stops during sleep), gallbladder disease, and Type 2 diabetes.

While many might not know the specifics when it comes to the negative side effects of obesity, nearly everyone is aware that being obese is unhealthy and how much of a toll it can take on the human body.

A FORMERLY FAT NUTRIONIST

Such was the case with Dr. Bill Wheeler, Ph.D., a former White House staff nutritionist who also served as a nutritionist with several professional sports franchises, including his most recent work with the Green Bay Packers in the NFL. Despite acting as a health guru to past Presidents and professional athletes alike, Dr. Wheeler himself was more than 100 pounds overweight. He knew he had to do something about his weight problem.

"When I was staff nutritionist for the Green Bay Packers, I had players who wondered about taking advice from a guy with a huge gut hanging over his belt," Dr. Wheeler says.

Dr. Wheeler is not alone. In addition to health problems, many people suffering from obesity face negative consequences and sometimes unwanted scrutiny or discrimination in both their personal and professional lives. Though a number of weight-loss options are out there, those looking to lose substantial amounts of weight should realize that physicians and health care professionals alike routinely suggest that a change in diet is oftentimes the most consistently effective means to losing weight. Dr. Wheeler, for instance, experienced drastic weight loss after instituting a relatively small change in his diet. By replacing one meal per day with Gold Standard Protein shakes, Dr. Wheeler lost 130 lbs., weight he has managed to keep off in the two years since he made the alteration.

"I was like everybody else -- dieting just wasn't convenient. But by supplementing my diet and replacing just one meal per day with the Gold Standard protein shake, it was easy," Dr. Wheeler said. "Who would ever have thought that a rich tasting chocolate or vanilla shake would be able to help lose such a dramatic amount of weight, and help to keep it off?"

While many people tend to approach diets as fads and rarely stick with them, it's important to recognize the importance of discipline when attempting to lose weight. Making a lifestyle change that can often results in consistent, healthy weight loss is not an overnight process, but rather a commitment that requires due diligence. Despite how hard it can be, the commitment is worth it, something those who have made such a commitment readily attest.

The Power to Lose, the Energy to Move

Dr. Wheeler calls GSP "performance nutrition" for a reason. Each shake is fortified with protein, plus essential vitamins and minerals that will replace, and probably exceed, those in a regular meal. Best of all, Gold Standard Protein shakes are packed with 32 amino acids and protein profiles that supply enduring energy and curb the cravings that often ruin weight loss efforts. Of course, no matter how effective a product is, if it doesn't taste good, you won't stick to the program. Most meal-replacement shakes use various combinations of low-grade soy protein and calcium carbonate, rendering their protein formulas less effective and giving them an unpleasant, chalky taste. Only Gold Standard Protein uses SuproXP soy and FlavorCoreTM technology. The result is a rich, creamy shake packed with protein profiles and all 32 amino acids that will quickly have you forgetting about the meal you just skipped.

"I've never felt better in my life -- and you can, too," says Dr. Wheeler.

For more information, visit www.goldstandardprotein.com or for a free trial call 1-800-808-0092 and mention code #PKJC.

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