Supplementing is Vital

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January 28, 2011

I have come to believe that nutritional supplements are vital for maintaining good health in the 21st Century. Studies have shown that the foods we eat today do not contain the same level of nutrients as the foods consumed 50 years ago. We need to eat more servings of fruits and vegetables today to get the same amount of nutrients that were in our produce grown 50 years ago.

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supplements are vital

Doctors used to say that if you eat a healthy, well-balanced diet you will get all of the vitamins and minerals you need. The problem with our modern food supply is that it can no longer provide all of the nutrients we need. In 2002 the Journal of the American Medical Association recommended that it is prudent for all adults to take nutritional supplements.

There are many reasons why supplementation has become necessary. Crops today are harvested when they are still “green” (not fully ripened) so they can be shipped to the marketplace without spoiling. The fruits and vegetables in your grocery store may look fresh, but it’s likely that they are at least a few days old. (Some out-of-season fruits and vegetables may even be months old if they have been held in cold storage.) Studies have shown that fruits and vegetables begin to lose many if their nutrients when they are picked; the longer it has been since harvest, the more nutrients are lost.

Another reason is that the soil has become depleted of nutrients. Chemical fertilizers put back just enough to make the plants grow and to produce crops. The soils are not replenished with all of the nutrients that are lost.

Organic produce is definitely a better choice nutritionally. Studies have shown that organic produce does contain more nutrients than conventionally grown produce. That is probably because organic farmers understand the importance of healthy soil. They use methods besides chemical fertilizers to ensure the health of their soil and their crops. So you will receive more nutrients in organic produce.

What may be missing in any produce you buy, even organic, are the phytochemicals. These phytochemicals, or phytonutrients as they are also known, are not considered essential, but studies have shown that they are extremely beneficial. Many of the antioxidants that you may have been reading about are actually phytochemicals. What the magazine and newspaper articles don’t tell you is that phytochemicals do not develop in the plants unless the fruit or vegetable has been vine-ripened. They develop in the final stages of the ripening process. So unless you grow your own vine-ripened produce or get it from the farmer who picked it ripe today, you are not getting the benefits of phytochemicals from your food.

As for me, I’ll continue to search for the best quality, natural foods for myself and my family, but I will also make sure we have high-quality supplements to fill in the nutritional gaps. I believe these choices will help insure that I will continue to enjoy good health and the best quality of life as I age.


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Flu and Cold Season Is Here : Boost your Immunity

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November 11, 2010

Some people, it seems, are endowed with a healthy immune system. They never seem to get sick and, if they do get the odd cold, they continue their daily routine and snap out of it in no time flat. Then you see others who barely have to hear the word ‘flu or see someone blowing their nose and bam, they’ve got it!

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cold and flu


Is it all in the head? Are you born with a strong immune system to fight off disease? Can you do something about it, if you’re not? Anyway, what does it mean to have immunity? Well, a very simple explanation is that there are basically two types: active and passive immunity.

The definition of ‘immune’ is that your body is so strong and resistant to any disease that you will not succumb to it.

Active immunity is considered to be long-lasting and tends to be life-long. If you’re in this category then, whenever you’re exposed to a disease organism, your immune system will instantly start to produce antibodies to that disease. Furthermore, if you should come into contact with that disease in the future, your immune system will identify it and immediately fight it off with the stored antibodies.

Passive immunity is not inherent in your system. It is when you cannot produce enough antibodies to fight off disease, and get an external boost by injection, medication or nutritional supplements.

Healthy people with an active, innate immunity are usually referred to as being resistant to disease in general. The term immunity is usually applied to general protection against a specific organism. Even if you are generally healthy, you may from time to time need a boost in order to help fight off a virulent strain of a specific infection or virus. The more severe the disease producing organism, the more the passive immunity is applied.

A good digestion and healthy appetite are indicators of a strong immunity. “Getting better quickly is a better indicator of immune health,” says Dr Dennis Alexander, head of molecular immunology at the Babraham institute in Cambridge.

Likewise, the body under stress, i.e. disease or sudden accident, is often not capable to fight off multiple vaccines in one shot.

Judging by the large numbers of people coping with disease, the human system is inherently fragile and cannot handle multiple onslaughts, like the ones discussed above.

Many believe that if you are generally healthy and look after your health, you will only have a mild version of what’s going around. “In truth, there’s no such thing as a normal immune system,” says Angus Dalgleish, professor of oncology at St George’s Hospital, London, who researches cancer vaccines. He says the system is naturally very variable.

The rise of allergies, auto-immune diseases (where the body attacks itself) and inflammatory bowel disease are all indicators of immune resistance performing under par.

Antigens help the acquired immune system recognize invading bacteria, viruses and other harmful organisms (pathogens).

Leftovers, non-organic foods, and foods laced with preservatives can severely tax the digestive system. This can, in turn, clog your circulation, and create a sluggish, compromised immune system.

Going to be late, working at night, irregular eating habits, sleeping during the day, and exposing the body to stress and fatigue can all affect the digestion and body rhythms and thus compromise your resistance.

Therefore, be good to yourself. Eating nutritiously and keeping an active, happy lifestyle will go a long way to boosting your immune system.

The definition of ‘immune’ is that your body is so strong and resistant to any disease that you will not succumb to it.

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What are antioxidants

Antioxidants are powerful substances that decrease the damage caused by free radicals in the human body. Free radicals are like little bombs damaging important structures in your cells. Free radicals are generated by viruses, radiation, toxic chemicals, heavy metals, alcohol, tobacco, pollutants, chemicals, some drugs and most diseases and excessive exercise. Free radical damage contributes to the aging process and increases the risk of a multitude of illnesses.

Vitamin E is a major antioxidant and the primary defense against free radicals .It is particularly important in protecting the body’s cells radical damage. These protective benefits are achievable with supplemental intakes.

Super Vitamin B Complex is essential for maintaining the nervous system, healthy skin eyes, hair, liver, and supports immune function.


C Powder is an excellent mixture of mineral ascorbates and bioflavonoids that are thought to work synergistically with ascorbic acid as well as being strong antioxidants on their own.

Protection is a patented combination of IP6 and inositol that stimulates the immune system by enhnacing natural killer cell activity.


Zinc is as essential mineral that plays an important role in many functions. Zinc also helps support healthy immune system functions and is an important component of bodily antioxidant systems.

Colloidal Silver for immune support. Colloidal silver may be an effective tool for supporting your immune system in the presence of emerging strains of bacterial viral and fungal infections .

Zinc is a remedy for the common cold .Zinc is a mineral that is essential for a healthy immune system.


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a little bit about me -Kymm

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November 4, 2010

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Learn how to do Yoga – Cheaply and Correctly

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November 3, 2010

Discover the physical and emotional benefits of Yoga
No longer is Yoga a “fad” of the sixties practiced by celebrities. Yoga has become a mainstream practice in the West, as many have discovered the holistic health benefits that have been practiced in the east for centuries. Thousands are joining classes in Yoga each year to learn these ancient teachings. Now you can discover these ancient teachings without parting with your hard earned money for classes.

With the Enriching Your Mind, Body and Soul With The Power Of Yoga package, you will receive three guides that cover every aspect of the yoga lifestyle, including relaxation, exercise, breathing, and meditation. Whether you’re using the package in conjunction with a class or on your own, Enriching Your Mind, Body and Soul With The Power Of Yoga can help you:

- Develop a fit and beautiful body
- Boost your energy and vitality at any stage of life
- Reduce stress and experience greater peace of mind
- Increase your powers of concentration and discipline

The three guides included in the Enriching Your Mind, Body and Soul With The Power Of Yoga package will enable anyone, regardless of age, sex, or physical ability, to start practicing yoga at home.All three books are under 4$ ! Here is what you will receive:

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Intoduction To Yoga Techniques covers all the basics and gives you everything you need to know about yoga philosophy and tradition. You will learn traditional yoga philosophy and practice in an inviting, easy-to-read way. Packed with lessons and exercises, you will love this book and refer to it time and again as you progress in your Yoga education.
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Lessons In Yoga Exercises is an illustrated guide to the common and popular physical aspect of Yoga . . . Hatha Yoga. Hatha Yoga is comprised of stretching, strengthening and breathing exercises in upright, lying down and inverted postures. This is the Yoga that has become the most popular in the west. Lessons In Yoga Exercises is the guide to attaining physical well-being.

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Guide To Advanced Yoga Techniques provides a complete manual for the study and practice of Raja and Gnani Yoga. This book of timeless teachings is a treasure to be read and referred to again and again by those seeking the spiritual path. The classic Sutras cover the yogic teachings on ethics, meditation, and physical postures, and provide directions for dealing with situations in daily life.
Staying Young with Yoga
Yoga is perhaps one of the best exercises to get involved in if you
want to keep a beautiful body even
in old age. There are moves you can do, and even though they
may look easy, these modified standing yoga poses can be quite challenging. Balancing
helps improve posture, strengthen your core, and sharpen your focus. Breathe into
the pose and free yourself from worries. A focused mind and awareness to
the present are vital in performing these various balance poses. To start with, here
are simple moves to master:

The Leg Lift
For your initial pose, plant your left foot on the floor
and place your left hand on your left hip. Bend your right leg and gently hold your
right knee with your right hand. Keep this up for five full breaths. If you want to
take it up a notch, bring your bent leg to the side. Hold for another five breaths,
and then bring your leg to the front and place it back down on the floor. Repeat this
very same process with your other leg.

The Tree
For your starting pose, raise your right foot and place it on your left inner
thigh. Bring your hands to prayer position at your chest and hold for five
breaths, while keeping your balance. To take it up a notch and give
yourself a real challenge, extend both arms above your head while keeping your
prayer position. Make sure to keep your shoulders down and away from your ears, and
your chest lifted. Allow five full breaths once more, then lower your arms and bent
leg, and then switch sides.

One Foot with Extended Leg
To start with, place your hands on your hips and make sure your body is straight,
shoulder pulled down, and chest lifted. To up the ante and go a bit further, lift
your left leg, and concentrate on keeping the weight on your standing leg. If
this is too easy for you, bring your lifted leg higher. Hold for five breaths, then
repeat the process with the other leg.

There are also other things you can do. To help you get a sexier rear,
follow a smart diet, take a 30-minute daily walk or engage in some other cardio
exercise, and do a toning workout in the comfort of your very own home on a regular
basis. Of course, it also helps to gear up. When you’re working out and getting bored,
try bringing your mp3 player. Tune in to your favorite music, and exercising won’t
seem like any trouble at home. In fact, you may even look forward to your next workout
schedule. Be a workout genius with a sports sensor built into your shoes. This can
actually be your own personal gym DJ. The sensor tracks how you run, so it can also
choose the songs to match your pace. This mini-trainer also gives you the proper
feedback in the form of time, distance, pace, and calories burned, during and after
you run. Having all these in your gym bag could actually make exercise seem like
playtime.


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AMAZING Exercise Program for HUGE results

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November 3, 2010

Discover How You Can Burn MORE Than 1,000 Calories EVERY Workout, Diet ONLY Three Days Each Week, And Consistently Melt Away Up to FIVE Pounds Of Pure Fat EVERY 7 Days… Every Once in a while , a new innovative program comes along that actually shows amazing results.This is that Program. IF you click on my link here, you can get the whole package for 29.95 – seriously . I would grab it now though because once this catches on it will be worth a lot more.
Even if you’re a relative beginner, in 4 weeks or less this program will take you from you entry level 300 calorie workouts to burning a whopping 1,000+ calories with the fastest fat loss progression system EVER developed – R-Quattro™ Technology and S² Progression.

What is R-Quattro™ Technology?

Essentially, the entire structure of the 1,000 Calorie Challenge program was specifically designed to progress you along the calorie continuum as fast as humanly possible so that in a matter of just a few short weeks you’ll be performing full-blown 1,000 calorie workouts that burn massive calories and lead to massive fat loss.

And R-Quattro™ technology is a major contributor to making that possible.

With R-Quattro™ we strategically manipulate four training variables to tackle progressive overload from four unique angles.

1. Reps – the number of repetitions performed for each exercise
2. Resistance – the load used for each exercise
3. Rest – the length of rest periods between exercises and rounds
4. Rounds – the number of times a circuit of exercises is completed

The end result is the fastest possible progression toward the 1,000 calorie goal, and a heaping helping of fat loss results with each and every workout to boot.

Here’s a quick rundown of how R-Quattro™ is implemented in to the weekly set-up of the 1,000 Calorie Challenge program:

Monday: Baseline workout
Wednesday: Reps and Resistance are increased
Friday: Rest decreases, Rounds are increased

The first workout is always the baseline. Then every workout (Workout 2 and 3 of each week) thereafter gets even more challenging (and subsequently burns more calories and fat) by manipulating R-Quattro™.

1000 calorie challenge

But let me warn you, if you are LAZY and are simply looking for a “magic bullet” solution, this is not the program for you.

The simple fact of the matter is this: the 1,000 Calorie Challenge is NOT a “quick fix.” It’s a SMART fix to a very complex problem that consequently yields the fastest fat loss imaginable.

Oh, and did we mention that you’ll probably even GAIN a couple pounds of firm, calorie-burning lean muscle while you lose fat at record speed? That’s unheard of. But the reality is that we’ve had clients do it over and over again with this program.

At the same time, we want to make sure we’re being very clear: make no mistake, this program takes work, and if you’re one of these people who simply can’t fully dedicate 8 short weeks to radically changing their body—a change that you will be able to enjoy for the rest of your LIFE—then please, do not invest in this system.

But for those of you who are serious, those who are ready to put for the effort, the 1,000 Calorie Challenge will absolutely yield faster fat loss than anything else you’ve ever experienced—GUARANTEED.


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For Beauty and Health

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October 19, 2010

Trust DHC, the #1 direct mail skincare company in Japan, for more beautiful skin. With a legacy of over 25 years in Japan creating high-quality products based on the natural benefits of olive oil, DHC is there to help you achieve more radiant skin. They use effective ingredients that are tested and true, without adding unnecessary coloring agents or irritating fragrances. Their line achieves an ideal balance to help bring harmony to any skin type.
Their products are phenomenal .
DHC products are simple yet effective, with nothing unnecessary that might harm the delicate balance of healthy skin. So many of their products are blended with olive oil because, through the ages, it continues to be among the best natural ingredients for helping women achieve and maintain radiant, youthful-looking skin. With its ability to do so much, skincare is simplified and beautiful skin, achieved almost effortlessly.

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DHC skincare products are never tested on animals.

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With their recent mention in the popular Marie Claire magazine, DHC is quickly becoming a leading provider of ALL things skin care.

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After giving a million massages, a trillion triple oxygen treatments and about a bazillion Brazilians, Blissworld has learned a thing or two—and their passion is passing that ‘glow-how’ on to you.

Their countless hours of spa-side tension-nixing and skin-fixing are the basis of Bliss—be it expert esthetician advice, cutting-edge concoctions or trailblazing treatments.They truly have stockpiled some serious science savvy. They have tried and tested so you know they can be trusted. In short, they have done the ‘foam-work’. (And you get to sit back and soak up the results.)
This company is offering some really great deals this month. This store is a spa on-line. Free shipping on all orders at blissworld.com! No minimum!

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“Simply fabulous natural skin care recipe ebook. . .”

Are You Ready To Look
Naturally Skinsational?

“Love The Way You Look Again!”

Don’t Let Age Steal Away
Your Youthful Looks.
The Naturally Skinsational Recipe eBook Will Show You How.

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Naturally Skinsational. . .

“…provides consumers with an effective, reasonably-priced and natural alternative to treat the needs of aging skin in contrast to the often expensive retail products with commercial grade ingredients available on store shelves.”

This book is an absolute treasure!

Sue Dolan’s knowledge of ingredients to use for rejuvenating the skin is impressive and her recipes for everything from facial masks to moisturizers to facial cleansers with ingredients readily available to anyone is fascinating.

And they work!

The recipe ebook is chock full of recipes and skin care tips. In addition, the book is charming and delightful to read and occasionally whimsical. A recipe for a facial mask for a special occasion, in this particular case Halloween, is entitled “Witches Brew,” and, among other things, calls for “10 of your best dragon tears, (fresh cranberries can be substituted if necessary”!)

I love it!

I find the recipes fun and easy to make and, more importantly, they save a great deal of money: instead of buying expensive products, I make them myself!

I’m in love with this recipe ebook!


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How Many Fruits and Veggies Do We Need?

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October 14, 2010

fruits and veggies click on below to find your exact amount you need.


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Live life to the fullest !

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October 13, 2010

In order to live your life with vitality , you need tow main things – nutrition and stress reduction.I have gathered together two great resources to obtain both of these top priorities. Obviously there are many more contributing factors to optimum wellness however these two packages are equipped to start you off.
They are easy because they are designed in one resource so it takes the guess work out for you .

For Those of you Starting out on a Vitamin Regime

The “Invitehealth” Core Program is the nutritional foundation for your healthy life style. For those who are just starting out with vitamins and nutritional supplements but do not know where to begin, This Core Program is the nutritional foundation for your healthy life style. The InVite® Multi Vitamin provides 40 key vitamins,minerals, phytonutrients and antioxidants, each at the proper level. Since it is difficult to consume the recommended number of servings of fruits and vegetables each day, Reds Hx™ loaded with fruit antioxidants rounds your diet out with little carbohydrate and calorie content. Their Pharmaceutical grade Fish Oils provide support for your heart and circulation, mental function, and immunity while their Green Tea offers highly protective antioxidants without the caffeine.*
It is often difficult to consume 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day, but Reds Hx helps you achieve this without all of the calories. This core program also includes pure InVite® Fish Oil to provide nutritional support for cardiovascular health and brain support, and Green Tea for metabolism and healthy skin.

Fish Oil 1000EC
Provides essential nutritional support for many crucial areas of health including the cardiovascular system, joint maintenance, improved mental function and mood; an important component of optimal health.*

Green Tea Tx™
Very powerful antioxidant. Support for healthy blood pressure, lean body mass, skin health, the brain, and cardiovascular system. Organic- sourced, kosher, free of caffeine and fluoride, yet very concentrated in Green Tea Polyphenols especially EGCG. 1 ml supplies 88 mg of green tea polyphenols and 60.5 mg of EGCG, its most valuable polyphenol. Recent studies support green tea’s ability to burn calories and support metabolism*

InVite® Multi Vitamin (3-pill)
The ultimate in Multi Vitamin technology. Evidence-based nutrients in an advanced delivery system for better digestion and absorption. Vitamins and minerals rich in nutrient content including Lyc-O-Mato™ Lycopene, Lyco Lutein, Zanthin Astaxanthin, Mixed Tocopherols and Tocomin Tocotrienols, Coenzyme Q10, Alpha-Carotene, Gamma-Carotene, and Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex.*

Reds Hx™
Reds Hx™ is a super-food rich in the antioxidant pigments, the reds, blues, purples, oranges, and ambers found in fruits that makes them so healthy yet it is low in sugar and calories. These pigments are very powerful antioxidants that shield the body from toxins and pollutants, radiation and microorganisms, slowing down the aging process by neutralizing destructive, inflammation causing free radicals. Reds Hx™ is delicious and any member of the family will benefit from it while savoring its flavorful numerous antioxidants. Reds Hx™ bridges the gap between the servings of healthy foods you eat and the amount that you should, increasing the number of daily servings of fruits minus the carbohydrates. Some of the high quality constituents in this pure, quality super-food include Acai Berry, Blueberry, Pomegranate, Black Raspberry, Goji Berry, Mangosteen, Cranberry and Black Currants as well as the carotenoids Lutein and Lycopene.*

Extend your life

What is Meditation?
Meditation has gone mainstream. Millions of Americans say they currently meditate. And for good reason. Scientific research reveals that meditation can help lower blood pressure, relieve stress, improve mood, and reduce chronic pain.

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When you skillfully learn to handle your stress, not only does your stress level go down, but your quality of life “goes up.” The skills you are learning in 8 Minute Meditation Stress Reduction Program have a global impact.

Just think about it: If you lower your stress, you feel calmer. Your heart rate is normal, your digestive and other systems are working normally, the way they were designed to. Your entire body and mind are in harmony, functioning to give you the most aware, joyful experience you can have. There’s nothing in the way. Then, the world may appear totally different. Colors may seem more vivid. Your shoulders seem lighter, like some great burden has been lifted from them. Life is just “good” again.


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Too Much Protein??

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September 14, 2010

Don’t sacrifice your carbohydrates for a high protein diet, and think twice before “bulking up” those biceps with protein to look better at the gym. Your daily diet shouldn’t contain more than 30% protein ideally, because an excess of it will do you more harm than good. So says Gail Butterfield, Ph.D., director of Nutrition Studies at the Palo Alto Veterans Administration Medical Center.
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Dr. Butterfield says that excess protein in your diet may have harmful effects. If you increase protein without adding more calories and exercise to your daily life, instead of building muscle mass you will put your other body systems under undue stress. And eating more protein while increasing calorie intake — but keeping at the same exercise levels — builds an equal amount of additional fat and muscle. Meanwhile, a diet where protein is more than 30% of your calorie intake causes a buildup of toxic ketones. A “ketogenic” diet, or one high in ketones, pushes your kidneys to excessively flush themselves free of toxins. This can cause you to lose a significant amount of water, which puts you at serious risk of dehydration, especially if you exercise heavily during your workouts.

Such water loss will make it appear you’re losing weight, when in actuality you’re not. Plus you will be losing, not gaining, muscle mass and bone calcium from this ketogenic diet, while the stress of dehydration can also badly affect your heart. Dehydration from a ketogenic diet can make you dizzy and weak, give you bad breath, and lead to other health-related problems. This can be the result of a high-protein, low-carb “fad” diet – one that emphasizes proteins excessively.

Actual protein deficiency is a very rare condition and is confined usually to elderly women or persons with eating disorders. Protein deficiency is defined as eating 50-75% of the recommended daily amount of protein. You should consume 0.36 grams of protein for every pound of your normal body weight, according to the US recommended daily allowance — or RDA — guides. And protein should make up about 15% of your daily caloric intake, not go well over 30% of it.

Protein is absolutely required for your body’s normal functioning, as it helps synthesize your enzymes and hormones. It maintains your fluid balance and the building of antibodies against infections. It also is the basic building block for your muscles, bones, cartilage, skin, hair and blood, and is essential for the formation of all of the cells in your body You should eat protein-rich foods such as meat, cheese, milk, fish and eggs to get enough protein in your daily diet. You can also find protein in soy products, as well as in combinations of food such as rice or corn with beans, when it comes to vegetable proteins that you may consume.

You should eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, fish and complex carbohydrates, not one heavy in protein alone. But protein is optimal for immune functioning, and you may need heavier amounts of it when injured or otherwise undergoing any serious healing processes.

Proteins are made up of several different amino acids, some of which your body can make on its own. But some of them have to be ingested. These are called the “essential” amino acids. You must eat a variety of foods to make sure you’re getting all of your essential amino acids. Lack of these can cause growth failure, loss of muscle mass, decreased immune system functioning, weakening of the circulatory and respiratory systems – and even death.

The most common source of protein in the American diet is meat, but milk and other dairy products are rich in it. To avoid too much fat with your protein, eat leaner cuts of meat, and cook without adding fat by baking, broiling, barbecuing or boiling your meat. By eating beans and lentils as well as a variety of vegetables and grains, you can add terrific sources of vegetable protein to your diet. Nuts and seeds are also great sources of non-animal protein.

The average adult American needs eight grams of protein each day per twenty pounds of normal body weight. Yet we generally eat twice that much protein daily. If you balance your carbohydrates with your proteins, and eat a variety of foods to make sure you get all of the amino acids you need, you will be eating a healthy diet. You should also make sure you keep your diet low in fats, oils and refined sugars. Those substances have no proteins, and hardly any other nutrients, with one gram containing nine calories of energy. You do need some saturated and unsaturated fats in your food, every day. Unfortunately, “junk food” laden American eating habits tend to provide far too much of these fats.

Your daily diet should contain no more than 30% total calories from fats, hopefully far less than that. The upper limit on the amount of fat in your diet will depend on how many calories you need to maintain your weight, and cutting back on fat can help you consume fewer calories. But some dietary fat is needed for good health. It supplies energy and the essential fatty acids, which like the essential amino acids can only be gleaned from your consumption of certain foods. Fats also promote absorption of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K.
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High levels of saturated fat and cholesterol are linked to increased blood cholesterol and put you at risk for heart disease. Fat is also associated with protein-rich food such as meat and dairy products. So you should lower the daily amount of protein and fat that you consume to an acceptable level, while raising the amount of complex carbohydrates you consume to at least 50% of your daily calorie intake. This will ensure that you are eating a proper and not a “fad” -- or risky to your health – diet every day. Eating meals and snacks rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables, as well as some high protein and certain “fatty” foods, will help you to obtain your desired weight and to keep fit -- not fat.


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Heath Benefits Of Pomegranates.

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June 9, 2010

The latest hot super fruit that has been found to be beneficial to life and health as we know it are “pomegranates,” those awkward little chaps with a brown leathery skin yet inside, packed with little red jewels.

It was these that gave rise to the pomegranates common name, from the French grenade because the seeds looked like the filling of a hand grenade known in Persia since
ancient times. Some scholars think that it may have been the pomegranate that Eve ate instead of the apple and it as been revered in many different
cultures since then, both as a symbol and as a medicine.

pomegranate

Now the anti-oxidant searchlight has hit the pomegranate and the research is
coming in fast and furious, although it must be noted that some research is
being funded by the producers of pomegranate juice.

Whilst the provisional results are impressive there is still a lot more to be done before the verdict is absolutely conclusive. For example, it is said that the main ingredient of the pressed juice is ellagic acid which is unable to be assimilated by the body. There are others that say it is not known if there is a substance within the juice that is the magic bullet or if there are other constituents that cause the amazing effects.
We do know that pomegranates are rich in flavenoids and polyphenols, higher than tomatoes, green tea or red wine and absolutely bursting with vitamin C as well as other important vitamins.

So far there is evidence from the University of California that drinking 8ozs of pomegranate juice per day significantly cuts down the effects of prostate cancer in men. It is not known if there was a control of men drinking 8ozs of any other juice, but the pomegranate drinkers did display very good beneficial effects.

From Israel comes the research that a daily glass of pomegranate juice can reduce the levels of LDL which is the “bad” cholesterol whose fat clogs up the arteries which then leads to hart disease.

From Case Western Reserve University comes the news that pomegranates have had a significant effect on interleukin-1b which is an inflammatory chemical associated with arthritis. It also had a beneficial counter effect on certain enzymes that are responsible for the destruction of cartilage in the body, which is the material vital for allowing the bones to interact with each other. Although this is a preliminary study and has only been carried out on materials in a laboratory and not on an actual person, indications are promising.

All in all it would appear that a daily dose of pomegranate juice is going to be beneficial to your health. Some people must think so as sales in one supermarket chain in England have jumped by 300% and unless you have a particular medical condition where you are taking prescribed medication, it may be better to swap it for your orange juice in the morning.

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There are other ways to enjoy pomegranates, such as sprinkling fresh pomegranate on your breakfast cereal or using in a salad. Although it sounds good and tastes great, taking pomegranate vodka or tequila is not really a health option!


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Greening Your Family – Great E-book

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April 25, 2010

Do you have questions about safe food, personal care and cleaning product choices? Greening Your Family is a great resource for anyone interested in well-researched, practical advice about minimizing their families’ exposure to toxins in household products.

Information is arranged in an easy-to-use format that allows readers to quickly find what they need. The book includes numerous tables and product lists, recipes for making homemade cleaners, and a variety of web-based resources. Perfect to bring to the store and consult while shopping, Greening Your Family offers busy families an important tool they can use for optimal health.

The book also raises awareness about the legislative landscape, where there is currently little governmental oversight around dangerous chemicals used in food, personal care, and cleaning products. Author Lindsey Carmichael explains how scary, shocking and outrageous this is, promotes advocacy on a grass roots level, and outlines how we can take action to make our families safer.

“Carmichael has a balanced approach in supporting her advice with scientific detail and wrapping up the take home message with a large brush stroke of how to take the first step.”
– Elisabeth Robinson RNC, MS, Family Nurse Practitioner

“When considering the breadth of options for cleaning products, food selections, and personal care products, Greening Your Family, is an invaluable resource for families and individuals who want to make informed decisions when purchasing safe, eco-friendly food and products that are part of daily living.”
–Rosemary M. Caron, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor and MPH Program Director, Department of Health Management and Policy, University of New Hampshire


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Happiness Tools

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April 6, 2010

Exercise

Endorphins are hormones that are chemically related to the drug morphine! When you exercise regularly and for a prolonged period of time, endorphins are secreted by the pituitary gland.These hormones are known to block pain, decrease appetite, decrease anxiety and induce feelings of euphoria. In a recent article on YogaJournal.com, Dr. Timothy McCall states, Shambhala Publications Inc.
“Studies have found that it (yoga) reduces levels of cortisol (a stress hormone that’s also secreted by the adrenals), which is often elevated in people with the disease (depression). And astudy in India found that a Yoga program that included asana, pranayama (breathing exercises), and meditation raised levels of serotonin and lowered levels of monoamine oxidase – two neurochemicals involved in depression. ” There are several types of Yoga. Some are more focused on raw exercise, whereas some are more meditative in nature. The five points of Yoga, according to the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres, include proper exercise, proper breathing, proper relaxation, proper diet, and finally, positive thinking and meditation. Thatshould be enough proof for you. Get out your Yoga mat. Go jogging. Dance. Or just breathe!

Get a Massage

Massage helps the energy flow through the body and eliminates toxins, decreasing stress, anxiety and symptoms of depression. Touch is soooo healing. Why? Because it helps the body release many mood enhancing chemicals such as dopamine and serotonin and reduces the stress hormone cortisol and adrenaline. It alsoincreases endorphin levels, which helps alleviate pain. Massage lowers noradrenaline and lowers the stress hormone ACTH (adrenocorticotrophic hormone), boosts the immune system, stabilizes blood sugar levels, improves lung function andpeak air flow, and is something YOU SHOULD BE DOING ONCE OR TWICE WEEKLY. This is health care right here, at your fingertips. If you don’t like people touching you, which is quite common, then try a Thai Massage – you are fully clothed for this one, but it will still have your serotonin flowing like a river!

Meditate and Do Inner Work

There is so much more to you than meets the eye. Half of your reactions to things are due to childhood programming. Some of this programming is healthy and some of it is not. Sometimes depression can be a symptom of deeply embedded negative childhood beliefs that you don’t even know you have. Self-knowledge and self-awareness are key to freedom from depressionin this case. While you will always have good and bad days, the more we know ourselves, the more we are free to make positivechoices in our lives. Meditation is key, and spending quiet time monitoring your feelings and just observing them is a wonderful way to understand the way you think. Once you dothat, you can change it. You just might change your very perception.

Eat for Happiness

You are what you eat, what you breathe, what you think, what you do. It makes sense that what you put into your body you then put out. So filling yourself up with empty calories may besatisfying at the time, but it will be like a quick, meaningless fling. If you take a look at the foods being hailed as “super foods,” it becomes evident that you can change your mental outlook by changing your diet. The body and mind are interconnected. Among other benefits, foods such as beans, berries, broccoli, salmon, soy and spinach, for example, help boost brain power and immunity.

Aromatherapy

This is a great natural mood enhancer. Not just a nice-smelling candle here or there, but using true essential oils in combination with massage. Fragrance molecules move from the skin into the bloodstream due to the fat-soluble nature of the oils. Sensors at the back of the nostrils then translate the information for the neurons in the brain. Essential oils remain in the body for four to 24 hours before being eliminated through the lungs and kidneys. Since the oils are natural, they leave behind no toxicity. It’s obvious that massage feels great, but a new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that a 20-minute evening back massage,when done with pain meds, not only relieves pain, but also reduces anxiety for post-operative patients. Uplifting aromas include sandalwood, ylang-ylang, bergamot, jasmine, lavender, geranium, rose and peppermint.

Color Therapy

Color therapy is a holistic therapy, thousands of years old dating back to Egypt, China and India. This is how it works: Color, being a form of light, is also a form of energy. Color therapy utilizes the vibrations to balance the body’s energy centers and to stimulate the body’s healing process. The energy relating to each of the seven spectrum colors (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet) resonates with the energy of each of the seven main chakras/energy centers of thebody. Happy colors include pink (for the heart, to evoke love) and green (also for the heart, for growth and creativity) and red for passion (the root color) – so long as your depression isn’t combined with anger!

Talk. Talk. Talk.

Taking time for oneself is yet another effective means for discovering happiness. Try setting aside an hour each week to bounce thoughts off an independent person, an expert listener with no direct ties to your life. Psychotherapy is a popular option for those who desire an impartial sounding board. A psychotherapist’s job is not to tell a patient what to do, but rather to direct the conversation, in a non-judgmental way, so that the patient remains focused on bettering him or herself.

Acupuncture

Another treatment for depression, acupuncture, has been proven to increase serotonin and endorphin levels, and recommended for use with Chinese Herbal Medicine. The herbs work at a root level – addressing disharmony within the body. When combined with Chinese Herbal Supplements, acupuncture has been known to evoke a smile or two!

Get your vitamin D

The sun gets a bad wrap… but, taking sunlight exposure away causes problems of its own. Depression being one of them. Sunlight provides people with the much needed nutrient, Vitamin D. Feeling like your not seeing the light? Increasing your ingested Vitamin D will do the trick. The Institute of medicine recommends 200 IU (international units) of Vitamin D a day forpeople up to 50 years old. 400 IU for people between 51-70 and about 600 IU for people over 70. Foods rich in Vitamin D include milk, salmon, Vitamin D fortified orange juice.

Herbal Supplements

If you are down in the dumps, then combine herbal remedies with your daily meditation, Yoga practice, healthy diet and walks in the park. These whole food supplements are non-addictiveand yet have been used for centuries to uplift your perspective. Obviously, if you are on medication, check with your doctor, but whole food herbs are exactly that, dried leaves and roots, so they are a very natural supplement.

Keeping Perspective

Ever been on an airplane and looked down through the tiny window to the planet below? Everything looked small and certainly of less consequence than when you are on the ground, right? Well, communing with nature is based on the same principal. Trees, mountains, oceans, flowers, and beautiful sunsets—these free gifts are waiting for you. Enjoy them. And, in order to enjoy these gifts, all you have to do is be alive and open to them. After all, we are not here to spend all our time bottled-up inside, hunched over a computer keyboard.

It’s all about love, love, love.

Love what you do, who you are, and whom you are with. Relationships are key to happiness. This is why it can be very traumatic when you move to a location where you don’t know anyone. Some people deal with this well, but others find this isolation too much to bear and become depressed. Therefore, if you are relocating, go out of your way to meet people and reach out to them.

Make your happiness a priority.

Perhaps it sounds selfish, but actually it is the most generous thing you can do for the world. When you’re less than happy and you can’t give of yourself, then you aren’t serving anyone, evenyourself. On the other hand, if you feel good, you can give of yourself and express yourself in the world. From happiness springs generosity and all those other virtuous qualities we know we should have, but often don’t. So start by being generous with yourself. Allow yourself to do what you want (go hiking for the weekend, buy new clothes, go for that full-day spa retreat…) and ask for what it is you want from others. Askyourself daily, “What do I want?” and wait for an epiphany. Then go get it. After all, happiness is just a muscle. Work it out.

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How To Eat More Fruits and Vegetables

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April 1, 2010

Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy eating plan. But is getting enough sometimes a challenge? Not any more.
Almost all fruits and vegetables are low in the things you don’t want (like sodium, calories and fat) but still pack a powerful punch of nutrients, vitamins and fibre. Even if you have picky eaters to feed, these seven sure-fire tips will help you add more of the good stuff to your meals and snacks without even trying.

1.Try something new. If you’re bored with your fruits and veggies, chances are you’re not getting enough variety. Next time you go grocery shopping, try fruits or vegetables you’ve never had before; for example, papaya, lychee, guava, bamboo shoots and rapini.
2.Save time with frozen or canned. While fresh is best, canned or frozen fruits and vegetables are good alternatives. Be sure you have some handy for when you’re short on time. And while they have about the same nutritional value as fresh, check the label to ensure that there’s no sugar or syrup added (for canned fruits) and that veggies have no salt added.
3.Soup it up! Soups are a great way to get more veggies into your diet . Puree squash, broccoli, carrots, peppers — or just about any vegetable you can think of — and add them to your favourite soup recipe. But don’t stop there: Find and try recipes for fruity soups that use melon or apple.
4.Add zing to tomato sauce or chili. Another way to get more vegetables into the mouths of picky eaters is by grating carrots, broccoli, mushrooms or zucchini into their favourite tomato sauce or chili. Chances are they won’t even notice. But even if you’re not trying to sneak them in, adding vegetables to homemade or store-bought sauce will add flavour and nutrients.
5.Keep healthy snacks within reach. Keep a bowl of fresh fruit, fruit salad, cut up veggies or pre-packaged baby carrots, snow peas or celery sticks on the most visible shelf in your refrigerator. The next time you or a family member heads to the fridge for munchies, you’ll have a no-fuss, no-mess snack waiting.
6.Mix ‘em up. Choosing fruits and vegetables of different colours is a good way to reduce your risk of cancer, heart disease and stroke. So mix up dark green, orange and red items to make a colourful salad. But don’t be afraid to mix fruits with vegetables; for example, try a spinach salad with orange slices and strawberries.
7.Keep it smooth and tasty. Get one or two servings of fruit early in the day by having a smoothie for breakfast. You can use just about any fruit you want for a fast and easy way to start the day. The Dietitians of Canada recommend you whirl up the following in a blender:
125 ml of milk or orange juice
175 ml of flavoured yogurt
125 ml of fruit (whatever you have on hand)
You can also add a few ice cubes or use frozen fruit. Enjoy!

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What Does Wellness Mean?

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March 24, 2010

Economist Paul Zane Pilzer, says wellness is “not a fad or trend, it’s about a new and infinite need infusing itself into the way we eat, exercise, sleep, work, save, age, and almost every other aspect of our lives… The sickness business is reactive… The wellness business is proactive.”

Arizona State University has a comprehensive definition: “Wellness is an active, lifelong process of becoming aware of choices and making decisions toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. Wellness involves choices about our lives and our priorities that determine our lifestyles.”

Wellness may mean: *Wellness (alternative medicine) -Wellness is generally used to mean a healthy balance of the mind-body and spirit that results in an overall feeling of well-being. This article discusses wellness from an alternative medicine perspective where wellness means being much more than just disease free. *Wellness (medicine) – Here, wellness refers generally to the state of being healthy. The aspects of wellness that fit firmly in …as per Wikipedia ..

Wellness means optimal health and well-being of an individual owing to maintaining of a balanced lifestyle with practices that promote health; usually considered to include both physical and mental/emotional components.
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Qi Gong

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March 11, 2010

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Qigong (or ch’i kung) is an internal Chinese meditative practice which often uses slow graceful movements and controlled breathing techniques to promote the circulation of qi within the human body, and enhance a practitioner’s overall health.
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There are also many forms of qigong that are done with little or no movement at all, in standing, sitting and supine positions; likewise, not all forms of qigong use breath control techniques.
In its simplest form, the Chinese character for qi, in qigong, can mean air, breath, or “life force”. Gong means work, so qigong is therefore the practice of “working” with ones “life force”.

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Colon Cleanse

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March 11, 2010

A variety of health problems exist today which can all be traced back to the colon; abdominal pain, discomfort, constipation, diarrhea and lack of energy. Bowel movements are the basis of our health. If we don’t have at least one bowel movement per day, we are already walking our way toward disease. These diseases even may lead to colon cancer. Therefore we require a regular cleanses of our colon, kidney, liver & gall bladder to keep our bodies healthy. A colon cleanse is the most important cleanse of all others.

Different Types of Colon Cleansing

The different methods of colon cleansing are 1) Colon Hydrotherapy, 2) Enemas, 3) Herbal supplements, 4) Laxatives and 5) Oxygen-based Cleansers. Here is a brief description about all these cleansing methods.

1) Colon Hydrotherapy: In this process of colon cleansing warm and filtered water is used to fuse into the colon via a plastic tube. With this method, only the large intestine can be cleansed. Colon hydrotherapy process is also termed as ‘colonic irrigation’ and ‘using colenemas.’

2) Enemas: The problem of constipation is being treated by this process of colon cleansing from many earlier centuries. The effectiveness of this treatment mainly depends on the type of enema used. Enemas are used to remove the waste material only from the lower part of the colon. Enemas are also useful in emptying the rectum. The different types of enemas are water enemas, coffee enemas, clay enemas, etc. Most people do not like inserting enemas through their rectal cavity.

3) Herbal supplements: Nowadays, different herbal supplements are available on the market in the form of pills or capsules. These herbal supplements are very inexpensive and are not fully effective in cleansing the bowel.

4) Laxatives: Like enemas these are also used as the temporary treatments of constipation. This treatment can be considered as the most dangerous treatment among all other colon cleansing methods as there may be serious dehydration and even loss of muscle round the colon lining.

5) Oxygen-based Cleansers: The best method among all the colon cleansing methods is the Oxygen-based Cleansers. In this process of colon cleansing the compacted matter can be melt away by oxidation reduction reaction. A good oxygen-based colon cleanser works in the whole system and can completely cleanse the entire intestinal tract and it also fully detoxifies the whole tract.

The Benefits of Colon Cleansing

- Prevents irregular bowel movements and constipation
- Helps to promote clearer skin
- Improvement in Concentration
- Absorb minerals and vitamins easier
- Colon cleansing also helps us from different fatal disease like colon cancer.
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I hope the above information will give you a good idea on which type of cleanse to do for your colon, and open your eyes to the many reasons as to why you should opt for a colon cleanse if you haven’t had one, regardless of your current state of health.

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How To Detox Your Body – Home Methods

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February 23, 2010

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Unhealthy eating habits, the pollution in the environment inevitably leads to the accumulation of toxins in the human body, and if these toxins are not cleansed out once in a while. The process of ridding your body of these poisonous substances is known as detoxification. Instead of opting for body detoxes at clinics and spas it is often more economical to get a home body detox, that is getting your body detoxified at home. A home body detox has several advantages vis a vis a professional detox at a spa. First, a home body detox is much cheaper compared to a detox at a spa, which may often cost up to many thousands of dollars. Secondly, in terms of quality or effectiveness it is not really less in terms of effectiveness than a detox at a spa, plus, a home body detox allows you to get your body cleansed and minus the discipline you are forced to follow at a spa or a clinic. So you can enjoy a freer and relaxed session of detox at home.

Ideally, you should be getting rid of your toxins twice a year; otherwise your ph levels might shoot up due to excessive toxin accumulation. This may lead to mental and physical exhaustion, and ultimately to graver problems and illnesses. Regular detoxification will help avoid serious problems and keep you feeling better, both mentally and physically.

Thus lack of exercise, bad diet, consumption of coffee, alcohol, too much salt, sugar etc clogs your intestine with harmful toxins which if not flushed out in time ruins your immunity and exposes you to other diseases. Herein lies the importance of home body detox methods.

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The home body detox methods are essentially simple and hassle free. They do not involve convoluted clinical procedures and are easy to execute within the confines of your house. The following are the various methods of home body detoxification:

Method#1: Colon Detox: this entails a cleansing of your stomach; you simply need to consume healthier food to get a colon detox. Have more fresh fruits and veggies and try to avoid meat or other toxic foods.

Method#2: Coffee Enemas: coffee enemas are another variety of home body detoxes you can avail, but this is a lengthy procedure, and may take three to six months.

Method#3 Liver Detox: a liver detox involves a very high intake of healthy liquids and green vegetables. On top of this you may also need homeopathic detoxosode drops.

Method#4 Kidney Detox: in this last type of homebody detox you have to drink unsweetened cranberry concentrate, keeping the consumption of the healthy foods mentioned earlier, constant.

So home body detoxes are the simplest, cheapest and safest way to keep our body toxin free at all points and thus avoid major diseases. They have almost no side effects, and the various home body detox methods keeps you vigorous and fit by cleaning your various vital internal organs like the liver, kidneys, blood and lymph systems. Often, these detoxes are supplemented by vitamins and special diets.
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Vitamins to Supplement During Stress

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February 17, 2010

It is important to take care of your body even when you are undergoing a period of stress. Through diet, you can make sure that you have an adequate supply of nutrients and vitamins for stress because there are certain things that the body needs in order to cope.

Excessive stress can cause you to feel overwhelmed. You begin to feel the effects of poor health when you do not eat or sleep properly due to stress and your immune system becomes low. You may also experience frequent headaches, constipation and panic attacks if you find that you just cannot cope with the situation.

It is inevitable that stress comes with modern living. You may feel stressed in the office or at home dealing with your family members. Or you may feel stress if you feel that you are falling short of your desires for more wealth and success. It is therefore important that you learn to cope with stress and view obstacles positively.

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Nutrients and vitamins for stress include:

1. Vitamin C. You may be surprised to hear that the best place to get Vitamin C from is potatoes. Natural remedies that are rich in Vitamin C include the skins of baked potatoes, raw green cabbage, cantaloupe, strawberries and citrus fruits such as oranges.

2. Calcium. This mineral helps to regulate the rhythm of your heart, contractions of your muscles and nerve impulse transmission. Whenever your body needs to work hard to fight stress, it will lose more calcium than usual. Good sources of calcium can be found in dairy products, tou fu, almonds and broccoli.

3. Magnesium. Besides helping you to manage your stress level, it can also keep you from getting muscle spasms. Some of the best sources of magnesium are found in green vegetables such as spinach, nuts like almonds, as well as seeds.
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If you find that you are not able to eat well through a regular during this period, consider taking the above in the form of vitamin supplements. While it is better to obtain these vitamins from natural sources, not even having them is worse. Also, do ensure that you choose good quality supplements. You want to give your body the proper nourishment as you deal with the pressures at hand!
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February 15, 2010

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How Do You Nurture Yourself??

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February 13, 2010


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Living in our world today can be very stressful. While some of the stress that we experience is actually useful for motivating us, a point can be reached where it becomes very harmful, physically, emotionally and even spiritually. Knowing how to manage and even reduce the harmful effects of stress on a daily basis, of staying balanced and centered as we encounter the many stressors of everyday living, is crucial to our well being. Among other things, taking care of ourselves will necessarily involve us nurturing our physical body, of eating healthy foods, of exercising. Learning how to take care of ourselves in this respect is also very important for everyone as our experience of stress can and does affect others as well.

Learning how to take care of ourselves also involves making appropriate distinctions about ourselves, others and life in general. One distinction that is crucial for our well being is realizing how and from where much of our stress is primarily generated. While some of the stressors that we face are apart of what it is to be a human being, much of the stress that we experience is of our own creation. A great deal of the stress that we experience has its origin in our own personal story and the meaning we make about life, in the thoughts that we think. Once we understand that we are truly the cause in the matter, that we are responsible for the thoughts that we create or invent and that it is from these thoughts that much of our stress is generated, then and only then will we begin to be able to truly manage our stress and have the power to live the life that we want and love. Blaming others or situations for that which we experience will only limit our power, lead to frustration and eventually a great deal of stress.

Becoming present to the fact that we have a tendency to constantly evaluate, judge and even blame others, and especially ourselves, is very important. How we conceive of others and ourselves in this respect will make a huge difference in our experience of life. For example, for some much of their life is spent attempting to make others and themselves wrong, wrong for what they think and do, wrong for what we think and do. Once we make another wrong, especially ourselves, anger, anxiety, guilt, frustration and even sadness will eventually follow and with it a great deal of stress. A simple truth is that as human beings we are all doing the best that we can at any given moment. If we or others knew differently we would behave differently.

Another simple truth is that we are perfect, whole and complete just as we are. It is our story about ourselves that does not allow us to truly experience our own completeness. Making mistakes in life does not make us wrong or flawed in some way but only presents us with feedback and valuable opportunities for growth. Becoming present to how we make ourselves wrong, of how we put ourselves down, allows us an opening to realize that we are not what we do or think. Our true self is something much different. Becoming present to our attempts to make others and ourselves wrong in some manner will also create a cleaning for us to begin to think, feel and behave differently. Once we fully realize that we are perfect, whole and complete just as are, we will bring forth into our lives experiences that will truly empower us and others. It will be at this point that we will begin to authentically take care of ourselves. Taking care of ourselves in this respect will also involve taking care of our true self, of unconditionally loving ourselves completely. It is only when we truly love and accept ourselves, as we are, in the present moment that we will be able to do so with others. We always think, feel and behave towards others as we think, feel and act towards ourselves.
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One manner in which we can practice being who we truly are is beginning to become aware of the thoughts and beliefs that exist within us including and especially those that are self-limiting. Meditation and other holistic, self-enhancement techniques of this nature allow us this ability and opportunity to watch, monitor and become present to our inner world, to the very thoughts that generate our life and experiences.

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Such a process will eventually allow us to truly understand that we are not our thoughts and beliefs, that we are something different from, that we are much more. Our thoughts are merely apart of the machinery of being human. Once present to the thoughts and beliefs that quickly, if not instantly, move through our mind also allows us the opportunity to reframe from impulsively acting upon them and as a result to become free from their constraints and potential harm to us and others. Such a meditative process, especially as it applies to the thoughts and beliefs that we have about ourselves, is the key to truly taking care of yourself. Such awareness will eventually allow us to truly experience the fact that we are good enough, just as we are, one that deserves to have a wonderful and powerful life, that we truly are perfect, whole and complete. Once we fully understand this for ourselves it will allow us to get it about others, for those that we work with and for those in our lives that we love. The end result of such a meditative process is that much of the stress that we experience, especially that which we create, will simply not exist, allowing us to create or invent the life that we truly want and love and to live it powerfully.

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This salt from the Himalayas is known as “white gold.” Together with pure spring water, Himalayan Crystal Salt offers all the natural elements exactly identical to the elements in your body — the very same elements originally found existing in the “primal sea.”

Containing all of the 84 elements found in your body, the benefits of natural Himalayan Crystal Salt include:

Regulating the water content throughout your body.
Promoting a healthy pH balance in your cells, particularly your brain cells.
Promoting blood sugar health and helping to reduce the signs of aging.
Assisting in the generation of hydroelectric energy in cells in your body.
Absorption of food particles through your intestinal tract.
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THE DIFFERENT ASPECTS OF “WELLNESS”

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February 4, 2010

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 Intellectual wellness is evidenced by self-directed behavior, which includes continuous acquisition, development, creative application, and articulation of critical thinking and expressive/intuitive skills and abilities focused on the achievement of a more satisfying existence. Intellectual wellness is also evidenced by a demonstrated commitment to life long learning.The occupationally well individual contributes her/his unique skills/talents to work that is meaningful and rewarding.  This person’s values are expressed through involvement in paid and non-paid activities that are personally rewarding for the individual and make a contribution to the well-being of the community at large.  He or she has satisfactorily integrated his/her commitment to the occupational realm into a total lifestyle that is rewarding.


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Environmental wellness

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February 4, 2010


Environmental wellness :We may not think much about Environmental Wellness as part of an overall wellness plan, but our environment and how we feel about it can have a huge impact on the way we feel.  Environmental Wellness encompasses not just our relationship with the planet and nature but our relationship with our personal surroundings as well.  It involves taking care of our possessions, homes, cars, and places of business.  When our personal surroundings are well cared for, clean and organized, we experience a greater sense of comfort and less We may not think much about Environmental Wellness as part of an overall wellness plan, but our environment and how we feel about it can have a huge impact on the way we feel.  Environmental Wellness encompasses not just our relationship with the planet and nature but our relationship with our personal surroundings as well.  It involves taking care of our possessions, homes, cars, and places of business.  When our personal surroundings are well cared for, clean and organized, we experience a greater sense of comfort and less We may not think much about Environmental Wellness as part of an overall wellness plan, but our environment and how we feel about it can have a huge impact on the way we feel.  Environmental Wellness encompasses not just our relationship with the planet and nature but our relationship with our personal surroundings as well.  It involves taking care of our possessions, homes, cars, and places of business.  When our personal surroundings are well cared for, clean and organized, we experience a greater sense of comfort.


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