Caruso’s Health Watch

•February 9, 2010 • Leave a Comment

Can it be true? A product that has been proven to convince your brain that you are not as hungry as your brain thinks you are?

The stream of new diet products is seemingly endless. Countless companies have been trying to convince consumers that certain pills, shakes and diet fads are the way to lose weight. However, take a longer look at most of these so-called new products and you quickly see that most of these ideas are not FDA approved and can be at times detrimental to your health.

 Therefore, Dr. Hirsch has been compiling data to discover a healthy alternative that will stimulate the brain to crave less and consume smaller portions. Called Sensa, it’s actually a food sprinkle that has been clinically proven to convince the brain to stop overeating. It’s tasteless and odorless, contains no stimulants and does not directly interact with the digestive system – which means there are no unpleasant side-effects. None of the horror stories associated with “fat-blockers” or stimulant based weight loss systems.

The theory behind the product is simple. It’s obvious that we eat too much, but why? It turns out that’s the way our brains are programmed. Throughout our evolutionary history, food has been scarce, so in order to ensure survival, humans have been conditioned to eat as much as they can whenever food is available. Unfortunately, when food is abundant and rich in calories, as it is today, the results can be ugly. Most Americans are not in a dire need for food for survival, and the ones that are most likely are not looking for a product such as this. We continually find ourselves over eating and feeling extremely uncomfortable and full due to over consumption.

Dr. Alan Hirsch, an intrepid doctor and scientist whose lifelong specialty has been to understand how our senses, and in particular, how smell and taste affect the brain’s functioning. Dr. Hirsch noticed that many of his patients who had lost their sense of smell and taste due to illness or accident experienced rapid weight gain. Certain smells and tastes seemed to be acting on the brain to control the appetite.

Dr. Hirsch studied hundreds of compounds and after years of research he developed a set of virtually odorless and tasteless food sprinkles, which he called “Tastants” that had a powerful impact on the body’s appetite-control center. Then, in one of the largest studies of a non-prescription weight-loss system, these Tastants were tested for effectiveness as a means of weight loss.

The results were significant. Over a 6 month period, 1,436 women and men sprinkled flavorless “Tastant” crystals on everything they ate, and lost an average of 30.5 pounds – nearly 15% of their total body weight. Moreover, participants achieved these results without having to follow any special exercise regime or diet. However continuing daily activities and eating foods that are still healthy for you will cause your body to remain healthy and active in the long run.

 According to Dr Hirsch, “With Sensa, you can eat all the foods that satisfy your senses and you don’t have to deal with any intense food cravings or feelings of starvation. Sensa merely helps you eat less of the foods you love and gain greater satisfaction from smaller portions.”

Real weight loss without diet and exercise – too good to be true? Apparently the company anticipated a somewhat skeptical response from consumers so they have introduced the product through a special Free Trial Offer therefore visit TrySensa.com

I just happened to stumble upon this article and found it extremely interesting. If sensa can be taken without affecting the body in bad ways, perhaps it will be beneficial to us and help the Obesity population diminish. Try and look into sensa at your own pleasure. I am not saying it will work and I am not it won’t. Try it at your own leisure.

 And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection. www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors (949) 753-7900

 (Thank You to the OC Register for providing Article Information)

Caruso’s OC Happenings ~ South County

•February 6, 2010 • Leave a Comment

 

ALISO VIEJO

Nothing to report.

DANA POINT 

Results for an opinion survey have been returned and will be presented to the City Council this month… good luck!

LADERA RANCH

Congratulations to Jim Trader for being named Chaparral Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year!

LAGUNA BEACH

Come enjoy a speech from Shelley Hillyer, a student of the Sogestu Ikebana school of Japanese floral arranging, at the Laguna Beach Garden Club February 12th at 9:30 a.m. For more information visit www.lagunabeachgardenclub.org

LAGUNA HILLS

Burglar on the loose! Police are trying to find a burglar who smashed a window and stole from a local business. Be aware.

LAGUNA NIGUEL

Do you love to read? Laguna Niguel Library is hosting a “Buck-a-Bag Sale” where people can fill up a bag of books for $1 today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

LAKE FOREST

Nothing to report.

MISSION VIEJO

Mission Viejo has created a book and historical playing cards capturing the essence of the city and are available as souvenirs or gifts. The playing cards are available through the Recreation and Community Services department, which can be reached at 949-470-3061. The book is available at the Mission Viejo Library.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA

Students will be selling cupcakes in front for RSM’s Trader Joes in an effort to raise money for Haiti.

SAN CLEMENTE

Nothing to report.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

Due to rain warnings, the 7th annual car show, hosted by the Capistrano Animal Rescue Effort, will be postponed to next Saturday the 13th. For more information visit www.capoanimalrescue.com or call 949-240-1735.

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                              

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                    

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors   (949) 753-7900

For more information, please visit ocregister.com

Caruso’s OC Happenings ~ North County

•February 6, 2010 • Leave a Comment

ANAHEIM

The Anaheim Senior’s Club will be hosting a “Be My Sweetheart” Valentines Day celebration February 19th at the Downtown Center at 1 p.m. There will be live music and entertainment. For more information call 714-765-4510.

BREA

Child care will be offered for the next two Mondays due to school holidays for children ages 6-12 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information call 714-990-7631.

BUENA PARK

Bring all of your e-waste disposables to the City Yard on February 13th from 8-2 p.m. They will be accepting anything from monitors to fax machines. For more information call 714-562-3655.

CYPRESS

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held a benefit concert and rose over $6,000 for Haitian Earthquake Relief.

FULLERTON 

Come enjoy the first runner-up for Miss America, Kristy Cavinder, as she performs tonight in the Fullerton Campus Theater. The performance will begin at 7 p.m. For more information call 714-524-6096.

GARDEN GROVE 

Come enjoy family movie night at the First Presbyterian Church Thursday at 7p.m. The featured movie will be “Yours, Mine and Ours.” For more information visit www.fpcgg.org or call 714-534-2269.

LA HABRA

Nothing to report.

LA PALMA

The city will be offering a kids spring camp beginning April 5th to the 9th from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. for children ages 5-12. For more information call 714-690-3350.

PLACENTIA

The Round Table Women’s Club will be hosting an Italian night February 20th at the club house on Bradford St. beginning at 6 p.m. for more information call 714-524-2324.

STANTON

The Livingstone CDC Medical Clinic will open its doors for people who are uninsured, underprivileged and physically disabled on Tuesday at 9 a.m. Medical Staff are volunteer medical and acupuncture doctors. For more information visit www.livingstonecdc.com

WESTMINSTER

Nothing to report.

YORBA LINDA

To help a Yorba Linda man rebuild his father’s school in Haiti come enjoy the “Taste of the Caribbean” fundraiser Monday at the Bethany Church beginning at 6 p.m. for more information visit www.lalannefoundation.org

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                              

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors   (949) 753-7900

For more information visit orangecountyregister.com

Caruso’s OC Happenings ~ Central County

•February 6, 2010 • Leave a Comment

COSTA MESA

Congratulations to Tim Cromwell for being named to the board of directors on the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY

Applications are now being taken for the city’s Summerfest Committee. They are looking for businesses, organizations, craftsmen and exhibitors who may want to participate. For more information visit www.fountainvalley.org or call 714-839-8611.

HUNTINGTON BEACH

The city is now taking nominations for its annual environmental awards. The categories are: individual, project and municipal achievements. For more information or to nominate someone, visit www.huntingtonbeachca.gov or call 714-536-5537.

IRVINE

The Irvine Unified School District will be hosting a budget study session Tuesday at the district office from 4-6 p.m. For more information visit www.iusd.org

LOS ALAMITOS

IF you would like to participate in jazzing up Los Alamitos’ website on the register, visit www.ocregister.com, scroll down and click on city news and then began editing. Have fun!

NEWPORT BEACH

The city council meeting, being held on Tuesday, will discuss issues such as the restriction of leaf blowers, the regulation of drug rehab homes in Newport and revitalizing Balboa.

ORANGE

The last day to register for the annual State of the City luncheon will be this Monday. The luncheon itself will be held on Thursday and begins at 11:30 a.m. at the Doubletree Hotel.

SANTA ANA

Do yo-yo’s intrigue you? If they do, come out and witness yo-yo professionals as they show off their skills today at the Discovery Science Center. For more information visit www.discoverycube.org

SEAL BEACH

Nothing to report.

TUSTIN

Do you need a babysitter in order to celebrate some alone time this Valentine’s Day? The Tustin Family Youth Center will be providing the answer from 6-10 p.m. on Friday. Parents who are interested must register by noon on Thursday. For more information call 714-573-3370.

VILLA PARK

The Villa Park Women’s League will be holding a general meeting Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the City Council Chambers and will also have Lori Sassoon as a guest speaker. For more information call 714-998-4956.

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                               

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

 2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors   (949) 753-7900

For more information visit ocregister.com

 

Healthy Eating Tips to Kick Off the Super Bowl!

•February 5, 2010 • Leave a Comment

So I know the last thing anyone wants to hear is don’t indulge and drink / eat a lot on the day of super bowl, but what if you can enjoy yourself just as much without going home and feeling as if you are in a food / beverage coma and need to fast for the next week! Here are some helpful pointers that will hopefully help you enjoy your day and not feel ill by the end!

•Avoid creamy dips that are loaded with fat. If you are hosting your own party, mix yogurt with avocado and herbs for a healthier dip. Don’t offer greasy chips, put out delicious pita or baked chips.

◦Here is a wonderful website for delicious Creole food for all of you Saints fans! http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/howtocook/cuisines/cajuncreolerecipes

•If you are going elsewhere, eat before you go to the party, or the bar. If you’re going to a potluck, bring a vegetarian dish. Carrots and tomatoes are a delicious way to eat but stay healthy. You can also bring a fruit platter, many of times the sugar in berries can replace those fatty dessert urges.

•Work out before your day begins! Your metabolism will feel boosted and usually you don’t want to stuff your face with unhealthy food after a good workout. Experts say exercise “sets the tone for the whole day.” “You don’t want to ruin that good feeling and hard work. It makes you more cautious about what you eat the rest of the day.”

•Get up and do something during breaks in the game. Go take a walk outside, socialize with someone you haven’t or maybe even grab a glass or water to keep yourself hydrated like the players on the field!

 •Another delicious treat that is low in calories and can still be jazzed up by adding different spices and toppings is popcorn. Throw in some air-popped popcorn, which has only about 90 calories and 1.5 grams of fat per serving; you can even throw in a handful of M&M’s to make it a bit more dessert like and the snack will still be healthier compared to grabbing countless handfuls of those chocolaty delights!

 •Finally, if all else fails (haha) put the food in a room where the TV is not. This will cause you to realize what you are eating, be less inclined to pick because there are not snacks in front that allow you to eat handfuls, and you will be forced to get up and walk around if you are hungry enough!

Of course these are just suggestions and I am not by any means discouraging you from indulging a little bit, but being aware of what you are eating and keeping everything in moderation will allow you to enjoy the Super Bowl and not be kicking yourself for the 5 days following.

 And Thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection. www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors (949) 753-7900

(Thank you to the OC Register for the article)

Caruso’s OC Happenings ~ South

•January 30, 2010 • Leave a Comment

South County

ALISO VIEJO

Aliso Viejo Police services will be holding a free car seat inspection February 18th at the Family Resource Center from 9:30 – 1 p.m. For more information call 949-425-2519.

DANA POINT 

Nothing to Report.

LADERA RANCH

Unfortunately another business has closed in Ladera Ranch. Goodbye Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream, you will be missed. For more information www.ocregister.com/ladera.

LAGUNA BEACH

Laguna Beach Live will present a violin and guitar ensemble beginning on February 7th at Studio 6 at 3 p.m. The concert is free but donations are accepted.

LAGUNA HILLS

Revisions to the sports complex will be considered this week.

LAGUNA NIGUEL

Construction on the new opening of Chik-fli-A will continue and has plans to open in April or May.

LAKE FOREST

Are you creative and patriotic? Well then use your talents to create a design for the 2010 Fourth of July Parade. The theme is “All American Spirits.” For more information call 949-461-3457.

MISSION VIEJO

Nothing to report.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA

The City Hall and Regional Bell Tower will be closed on Monday February 15th in observance of President’s Day.

SAN CLEMENTE

For information on new improvements to San Clemente visit www.thenorthbeachproject.com

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

The Capo Beach Calvary began a homeless shelter for men during the month of December. They are now asking for donations such as blankets, sleeping bags and shoes. For donations and more information call 949-412-6775.

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                               

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors   (949) 753-7900

For more information, please visit ocregister.com

Caruso’s OC Happenings ~ North

•January 30, 2010 • Leave a Comment

ORANGE COUNTY HAPPENINGSNORTH

ANAHEIM

The Anaheim Union High School District is inviting teen drivers and their parents to attend a free “Start Smart” presentation given by the highway patrol on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. in the Savanna High School Auditorium. For more information call 714-567-6000.

BREA

There will be a meeting this Tuesday at 7 p.m. to discuss the idea of placing solar heating panels on the Honda Civic Center with Chevron Energy Solutions. For more information visit www.cityofbrea.net

BUENA PARK

Bring all of your e-waste disposables to the City Yard on February 13th from 8-2 p.m. They will be accepting anything from monitors to fax machines. For more information call 714-562-3655.

CYPRESS

Cypress Community College Record Breaker! The College reported this semester’s enrollment stood at 102% of capacity during the first week.

FULLERTON 

Dave Hollon, whose life was saved because of kidney and pancreas donors, has placed a sign at the DMV commemorating the 6 million milestone registered donors. Thank you to all of those who are registered as donors, you are very much appreciated!

GARDEN GROVE 

Do you want to feel good and get a good stretch in too? Yoga classes will be offered at the Lake Senior Center from February 8th to April 9th. For more information email jerrycruiseyoga@gmail.com

LA HABRA

The La Habra United Methodist will be collecting non perishable items for less fortunate families through February 10th at the La Habra Resource Care Center. For more information call 562-691-1797.

LA PALMA

Do your kids love to draw? Well then they will enjoy signing up for the “Young Rembrandts” drawing classes being offered by the La Palma civic center on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 beginning February 2nd. For more information call 714-690-3356.

PLACENTIA

The United Methodist Church will be sponsoring a health kit drive in order to collect for the victims in Haiti. The church is hoping for soap, towels, washcloths, and anything else you can think of! For more information call 714-528-1438. They will be collecting until February 21st.

STANTON

The Delicious Farmers Market will be taking place on Mondays from 9-2 p.m. at the Home Depot Center off Beach Blvd. and Chapman. Come and enjoy some of the fresh food!

WESTMINSTER

Do you have unwanted gold? The Westminster Senior Center will be hosting a gold party from 10-1 p.m. For more information call 714-895-2878.

YORBA LINDA

Nothing to report.

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                               

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors   (949) 753-7900

For more information visit orangecountyregister.com

Caruso’s OC Happenings ~ Central

•January 30, 2010 • Leave a Comment

CENTRAL COUNTY

COSTA MESA

Costa Mesa would like to remind you to be careful on the ride and please don’t drink and drive!

FOUNTAIN VALLEY

Be aware of leaving valuable possessions in your cars. Police have stated there has been an increase in automobile break ins. They are doing their best to remind residents by leaving small notices on their cars if they spot something valuable within the vehicle.

HUNTINGTON BEACH

The Third annual Drum-A-Thon, hosted by Marina High School, will be held today at the Vons grocery store off Edinger. Proceeds will benefit the drumline. For more information visit www.marinaband.org

IRVINE

Irvine’s Finesse Hair Salon will be hosting a fundraiser for Haiti with the American Red Cross Sunday February 7th from noon to 5 p.m. at 114250 Culver. So come out and support “Haircuts for Haiti Cut-a-Thon.” For more information call 949-857-1227.

LOS ALAMITOS

Nothing to report.

NEWPORT BEACH

Nothing to report.

ORANGE

St. Norbert Parish School will be hosting an open house featuring an Alumni Mass as well as a pancake breakfast hosted by the eighth graders. The event takes place Sunday at the School, with mass beginning at 9 a.m. and the breakfast following. For more information visit www.stnorbertchurch.org/school/admissions.html

SANTA ANA

Check out coach Scott Glabb’s book called “A Saint in the City.” He will be signing copies today at 3 p.m. at the Libreria Martinez bookstore.

SEAL BEACH

Do you sometimes want to be the hero in desperate times? Well come and receive a free CPR and First Aid training class at the Streamline Health Services on February 10th from 5-9 p.m. or from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday. For more information call 562-431-2527.

TUSTIN

James Martin Schaeffer will be singing classic love songs while Dennis Siebenaler plays the piano at the Red Hill Lutheran Church February 13th at 6 p.m. What a wonderful Valentines Day treat. For more information call 714-544-3131.

VILLA PARK

Come out and join the Toastmasters club every first and third Tuesday of the month at the Rockwell’s Café and Bakery. For more information call 949-922-9683 or visit www.tonguesaflame.freetoasthost.com

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                               

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors   (949) 753-7900

For more information visit ocregister.com

 

Caruso’s OC Happenings ~ South County

•January 28, 2010 • Leave a Comment

South County

 ALISO VIEJO

Aliso Viejo Police services will be holding a free car seat inspection February 25th from 9-1:30 p.m. at the Grace Hills Church. We all want our kids to be as safe as possible! For more information call 949-425-2563.

DANA POINT 

Come out and enjoy Hennessey’s Tavern as they host three concerts in order to raise money for Haiti. The kick off will begin in Dana Point tonight, Las Vegas and then in Hermosa Beach. For more information visit www.hennesseystavern.com

LADERA RANCH

Nothing to report.

LAGUNA BEACH

Laguna Beach Seniors will be hosting their annual membership meeting on the 8th of February at the Susi Q. Have fun!

LAGUNA HILLS

Good luck Chuck Bates in the Surf City Half Marathon on February 7th.

LAGUNA NIGUEL

The city is planning a Snow Summit ski trip for 6th -12th graders on February 5th. For more information call 949-425-5100.

LAKE FOREST

Six Orange County Residents, all students, have the opportunity to be awarded $10,000 from the Eagle Credit Union as part of a scholarship program. For applications and information visit www.eaglecu.org or call 949-639-7853.

MISSION VIEJO

Congrats Garrett Hall on the Eagle Scout Award.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA

Congrats to the Mission Hills Community Church for raising more that $62,000 in eight weeks to benefit Living Water International. For more information and the full story visit www.ocregister.com/rsm

SAN CLEMENTE

Nothing to report.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

Are you a safe driver, or do you want to be? The San Juan Capistrano Community Center will be hosting a workshop on teaching drivers how to be safe, how to pass the test at the DMV and more. For more information call 949-493-5911.

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                              

 Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors   (949) 753-7900

For more information, please visit ocregister.com

Caruso’s OC Happenings ~ Central County

•January 28, 2010 • Leave a Comment

 

CENTRAL COUNTY

 

COSTA MESA

Thirty-eight CERT volunteers answered an activation call January 20th in order to help support the distribution and coordination of sandbags at Fire Station No. 4. Over 100 sandbags were handed out and residents seemed very pleased!

FOUNTAIN VALLEY

Are you a chocolate lover? Well then come join the seminar at the Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center from 6-7 p.m. as they discuss the benefits of chocolate in your life. For more information call 714-378-7000 or 800-636-6742.

HUNTINGTON BEACH

Nothing to report.

IRVINE

Irvine’s “Cans for Cash Recycling Challenge” was recognized by the U.S. Conference of Mayor’s and awarded “Most Innovative Idea” for the third year in a row. The city plans on donating the $5,000 prize to the 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee. Congrats Irvine.

LOS ALAMITOS

If you have questions about “Race on the Base” or any other triathlons, then come out February 20th at 10 a.m. and prepare yourself for the race on the 27th at the Los Al Joint Forces Training Base. For more information visit www.ci.los-alamitos.ca.us

NEWPORT BEACH

A local business man met with city officials to propose opening a winery in Newport. Though it meets the general city plan, it does not meet the zoning code; therefore exceptions are trying to be pursued.

ORANGE

The Orange Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an E-waste collection from 9-4 p.m. at the Home Depot off N. Tustin. So bring your TV’s, computer monitors, laptops, etc. For more information call 714-538-3581.

SANTA ANA

The Santa Ana Library will be hosting a free tax workshop for families of low income. Tax services will also be available. The event begins at 2-6 p.m. on Saturday. For more information call 888-434-8248.

SEAL BEACH

Nothing to report.

TUSTIN

The competition is on for Irvine and Tustin school districts as they compete in the Astounding Inventions on Saturday at the Irvine Valley College from 10-1 p.m. For more information call 714-730-7339.

VILLA PARK

Villa Park wants to remind residents that street sweeping is conducted twice a month. For more information visit www.villapark.org/trashsweep.htm or call 714-998-1500.

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                              

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors   (949) 753-7900

For more information visit ocregister.com