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We believe that while you can’t change the strength of an infection, you can change the strength of your immune system. Here are 10 things you can do today to...

It’s easy to become overwhelmed by and obsessed with food — what you’re eating, what you’re not eating, what you’d rather be eating — and to start labeling foods as...

The holidays can be a wonderful time of the year with sweaters, snow, decorating, shopping, lights, spending time with family and friends, and the list goes on. But with that...

FACT: Nine out of ten deaths in the U.S. can be ascribed to lifestyle. When you simply eat better and move more, you are less likely to develop heart disease,...

Have you ever wondered why most diets fail? Perhaps you’ve tried every diet out there, only to be disappointed over and over again. You work so hard, you’re so hungry,...

Glycerin is becoming one of the most commonly added ingredients in many food products, especially liquid stevia. Glycerin in food, in personal care products or in any other form is...

Carbohydrates are one of three macronutrients, along with fat and protein. They are a source of energy found in foods like fruit, vegetables, grains, corn, bread, flour, pasta and beans....

Dietary fat is one of three macronutrients, along with carbohydrates and protein. It is used in the body as a source of energy, similar to carbohydrates. Your brain is largely...

Protein is a macronutrient that helps to build and maintain muscle and tissue (other macronutrients are fat and carbohydrates). Protein is made up of amino acids and is required in...

We get asked all the time, “Are the SHAPE Drops safe?” The quick answer is yes, the SHAPE Drops are safe. With any medicine, supplement or program, it’s normal to...

As you may recall from your high school chemistry class, pH stands for “potential of hydrogen.” Simply put, it’s a measure of the relative acidity and alkalinity of a substance....

Bibliotherapy is the use of books to encourage healing, improve emotional wellness and treat mental disorders. The concept is not new. In ancient Greece, the library of Thebes was considered...

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that initiates behavioral change by identifying, evaluating and responding to dysfunctional thoughts and beliefs. CBT includes several goal-oriented, structured and solution-focused...

Hear from real people who changed their lives with the SHAPE Program.

If you’re experiencing changes in your menstrual cycle, breakthrough bleeding or post-menopausal spotting during the SHAPE Program, Phase I: Fast Track Cleanse, don’t be alarmed. This is normal. In fact,...

Did you know that emotional health is not just a psychological issue? Stress, mood swings, and symptoms of anxiety and depression can be just as much an issue with your...

In your SHAPE Program Guidebook, we list a few brands of crackers that you can include in Phases I and II of the SHAPE Program. Because product availability varies from...

What should my daily water intake be? If you pose this question to five people, you’ll likely get five different answers. Half your body weight in ounces? Eight 8-oz. glasses?...

With summer comes beach vacations, family gatherings, pool parties, backyard barbecues and lots of reasons to veer from your SHAPE Program journey. We want to encourage you that just because...

Dry skin brushing is a simple, time-honored therapy with big benefits. Because it takes just a few minutes a day, dry brushing is an easy, effective and enjoyable way to...

What is an apple? A mystical or forbidden fruit? An album label who produced The Beatles' first album? One of the biggest technology companies in the world? It’s all of...

Eating fruits and vegetables of all kinds helps reduce the risk of many inflammatory health conditions. Many studies have shown that including more plant foods, such as green beans, in...

Even though tomatoes are technically a fruit, because they contain little sugar and are more savory than sweet, they are included in the vegetable category in the SHAPE Nutrition Protocol....

It’s hard to picture a holiday dinner celebration without the turkey, especially Thanksgiving. Turkey is the main event for a reason: it is not only delicious, but also highly nutritious....

While often considered a vegetable, zucchini is actually a fruit. Zucchini is part of the Cucurbitaceae family alongside cucumbers, gourds, melons, squashes and pumpkins. Zucchini has many health benefits. Its...

From the founders of SHAPE ReClaimed, Dr. Todd and Linda Frisch: We first met Drs. Mark and Michele Sherwood of the Functional Medical Institute when they were recommended to teach...

Most of you will find that your hair becomes significantly healthier during your SHAPE Program journey, but a small percentage will experience some loss or thinning. If this is happening...

Your Program Guidebook, the SHAPE website and your SHAPE practitioner and are your best resources for information about your journey to better health. But there are many other helpful resources...

The SHAPE Program is a health transformation plan that is customized to meet your goals. To begin, find a practitioner and have a meaningful conversation about your health challenges and...

We are excited to announce the arrival of the 9th Edition of the SHAPE Program Guidebook! It has everything you loved about the 8th Edition, but with some fantastic changes...

SHAPE ReClaimed founders, Dr. Todd and Linda Frisch, teach about intermittent fasting and the SHAPE Program. This webinar was given in our private Facebook group for SHAPE patients/clients on November...

Is it okay to exercise during Phase I of the SHAPE Program? Yes! That said, we always recommend light to moderate exercise over a strenuous exercise program. Exercise and Stress...

In this episode, Dr. Todd and Linda Frisch, founders of SHAPE ReClaimed are interviewed by Jonathan Krueger on the Living a Richer Life By Design podcast.   Updated 10-23-18

In this episode, Dr. Todd Frisch, founder of SHAPE ReClaimed and author of WTF? Why the Face: A Practical Guide to Understanding Health & Personality Through Facial Diagnosis is interviewed...

This article was written by Abbie Belliston, SHAPE’s CEO. Here she shares her story about depression and trauma — and how MOOD Balance was the key she’d been missing. I...

On your SHAPE Program journey, it's helpful to have basic kitchem tools such as a good set of knives, pots, pans and bakeware. We've assembled all of our favorites in...

When you begin your SHAPE Program journey, you may be disappointed to learn that you can no longer drink your favorite diet soda, made with one of several popular artificial...

Are you experiencing rashes or other skin problems? We have some answers for you. There are three main reasons a person may experience skin problems after starting the SHAPE Program:...

Energy drinks are great! If you feel a little sluggish, just drink one, and you’ll feel much better. They’re no worse than a cup of coffee, right? WRONG. Energy drinks...

"The SELF ReClaimed toolkit has been the catalyst to my greatest personal growth experience so far in my lifetime. It has helped guide me to my authentic self, allowing me...

In this episode, Dr. Todd Frisch, founder of SHAPE ReClaimed and author of WTF? Why the Face: A Practical Guide to Understanding Health & Personality Through Facial Diagnosis is interviewed by...

In this episode, Dr. Todd Frisch, founder of SHAPE ReClaimed is interviewed by Corey Durbin on the Running Eyes podcast.   Updated 3-23-21

One of my favorite parts of late summer is collecting the beautiful bounty of tomatoes from the garden. The process of seeding, planting, tending and harvesting is nothing shy of...

The primary function of the SHAPE Drops is to balance brain chemistry by improving communication between the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. These two areas of the brain work together to...

When you begin your SHAPE Program journey, we encourage you to start simple. Phase I might be an entirely new way of eating and cooking for you and we want...

Get answers to our most frequently asked questions about the SHAPE Program.

On your SHAPE Program journey, you might ask, “Why can’t I eat (insert food)? It’s healthy and it doesn’t affect me.” Or, “I ate (insert food) and I’m still losing...

Sugar (sucrose) is one of the main culprits behind the health crisis today. Artificial sweeteners are a backward move, as they can be even more toxic and addictive than sugar....

In this episode, Dr. Todd Frisch and Abbie Frisch Belliston, the authors of WTF? Why the Face: A Practical Guide to Understanding Health & Personality Through Facial Diagnosis are interviewed...

In this episode, Dr. Todd Frisch, founder of SHAPE ReClaimed and author of WTF? Why the Face: A Practical Guide to Understanding Health & Personality Through Facial Diagnosis is interviewed...

While most stress is unavoidable, it is possible for you to still feel strong, happy and healthy during stressful times. At SHAPE ReClaimed, we are invested in both your physical...

Sugar. Would a food by any other name taste as sweet? As it turns out, the answer to that question is yes, and our food industry is literally banking on...

Can I take the SHAPE Drops every day, even if I’m not in Phase I of the SHAPE Program? We are asked this question all the time, and our answer...

One of the best ways to support your immune system is by giving it proper nutrients through what you eat. Here are a few of the best foods to boost...

In this episode, Dr. Todd Frisch, founder of SHAPE ReClaimed and author of WTF? Why the Face: A Practical Guide to Understanding Health & Personality Through Facial Diagnosis is interviewed...

In this episode, Dr. Todd Frisch, founder of SHAPE ReClaimed, about his new book, WTF? Why the Face: A Practical Guide to Understanding Health & Personality Through Facial Diagnosis is...

As a relatively new field, positive psychology examines how ordinary people can become happier and more fulfilled. While traditional psychology focuses on dysfunction, positive psychology focuses on happiness, optimism, mindfulness,...

The Standard American Diet (appropriately abbreviated SAD) literally makes people sick. In fact, when people from other cultures adopt the SAD or a Western diet, they start to experience health...

What can you expect from the SHAPE Program? Here are the top 10 SHAPE Program benefits: Reduced inflammation – Inflammation is an underlying cause of many common conditions and symptoms,...

In your SHAPE Program Guidebook, we included four different charts for tracking your success on the SHAPE Program and beyond. If you do not want to write in your guidebook...

Your unique bio-individuality means that what works for one person may not work for the next. This is one of the reasons why most diets fail and why the SHAPE...

So, you’ve been doing the SHAPE Program exactly as written with great results. Then one day, the scale stops moving. A few days go by, and nothing changes. Then your...

You may know that the SHAPE Program helps reduce inflammation. But, what exactly is inflammation? Inflammation is the body’s healthy response to injury or acute infection. If you break your...

Congratulations! You’ve chosen to begin your SHAPE Program journey to better health. We know you are probably wondering how this program works and what you can expect along the way....

Which matters more: the nutrition facts label, the ingredients list or the health claims listed on the product label? Here’s what you need to know about how to read and...

You probably know how much music can affect your thoughts and emotions. But did you know that music also has a profound effect on your physical health? Even a single...

This article was written by one of our SHAPE practitioners, Dr. Bernie Rosen in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He has a wonderful blog on his website that covers a variety of...

Goat and sheep cheese weren’t always on the approved list for Phase I of the SHAPE Program. SHAPE ReClaimed is consistently growing and evolving based on new nutrition information and...

If you chose the SHAPE Program Phase I: Fast Track Cleanse, it is advised that you replace oil-based lotions with oil-free versions. Most people choose Phase I: Fast Track Cleanse...

Quality is of utmost importance with all of the products in our SHAPE ReClaimed line. This is especially true for the SHAPE Drops. In the fall of 2016, SHAPE ReClaimed’s...

An explanation of Protein Days is in your Program Guidebook in the Phase II section, but we wanted to explain further the why, when and how you should do a...

While on your SHAPE Program journey, you may experience more than just a physical detox, you also might begin an emotional detox. So, if you’re feeling extra emotional, quick to...