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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...

This time of year can be wonderful. Sweaters, snow, decorating, shopping, lights, spending time with family and friends and the list goes on. But with that wonderful can come lots...

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 carbohydrates are...

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 made of...

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...

The quick answer is yes, the SHAPE Drops are safe. Read this article to find out more.

What a strange time we are currently living in right now. The stress and emotions you are feeling are valid. While most stress is unavoidable, it is possible for you...

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 solution. ...

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...

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

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?...

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 oh-so-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. It’s the main event for a reason: turkey is not only delicious, it is highly nutritious.  Here are some nutritional benefits of turkey: ...

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...

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

Your SHAPE practitioner is the best source of information about your journey to better health, but here are some other helpful resources.

Find out how the SHAPE Program's three-phase plan works to transform your health.

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...

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. Here’s why: From...

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

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: The...

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...

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...

Check out this article to learn about each of the ingredients in the SHAPE Drops formula.

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.

At SHAPE ReClaimed, we are frequently asked about which foods are approved and which are not on the SHAPE Program. It’s impossible to keep the list in the Program Guidebook...

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....

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...

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, flow,...

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 happen on your SHAPE Program journey? Take a look at the Top 10 Benefits of the SHAPE Program.

Tracking your success will help you stay focused and achieve your goals throughout your SHAPE Program journey.

We know that embarking on this SHAPE Program journey can seem daunting, especially when it comes to cooking. This is why we have compiled hundreds of  recipes right here on...

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...

All over this website we talk about how the SHAPE Program helps reduce inflammation. But, what exactly is inflammation?  Inflammation is the body’s healthy response to injury or acute infection....

Read this article before you begin your SHAPE Program journey so you know what to 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...

This article was written by one of our SHAPE practitioners, Dr. Bernie Rosen in Mequon, Wisconsin. He has a wonderful blog on his website that covers a variety of topics....

The SHAPE Program works because it is customized to your unique needs based on this simple test.

Our SHAPE Drops organic formula offers you the highest quality and purest product possible. Find out what that means for you in this article.

Sometimes, a practitioner or a fellow SHAPE Warrior might suggest doing a “protein day.” This is a day where you only eat a single, dense-protein food, along with an apple...

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...