WATER IS OUR BODY’S LIFEBLOOD The human body can last weeks without food, but only days without water. The body is made up of approximately 55 to75 per cent water. It forms the basis of blood, digestive juices, urine and perspiration and is contained in lean muscle, fat and bones. As the body can’t store water, we need fresh supplies …
Veggies take center stage at your 4th of July cookout
VEGGIES TAKE CENTER STAGE AT YOUR 4TH OF JULY COOKOUT Your annual 4th of July cookout is quickly approaching. Whether you’re expecting vegetarian guests, you’ve newly transitioned to vegetarianism yourself, or you’d just like to incorporate more meatless recipes to give some variety to your cookout menu, there are all kind of ways to prepare meatless options. Before beginning, remember …
Superfoods for a Superior Thyroid
SUPERFOODS FOR A SUPERIOR THYROID An estimated 27 million Americans have thyroid disease, and more than half are undiagnosed. Frequently misunderstood, and too often overlooked and misdiagnosed, thyroid disease affects almost every aspect of health. Taking care of it with good nutrition is a smart step in the right direction. Here are some superfoods that research has shown can nurture …
ten killer tips for RAPID weight loss
TEN KILLER TIPS FOR RAPID WEIGHT LOSS In order to make the most of your weight loss program, finding the most effective ways to burn fat will maximize your results and minimize your waistline! Follow these 10 tips for fat burning if you want to lose weight and lead a healthier way of life. 1.) Drink More Water One of …
10 day secret to good health
10 DAY SECRET TO GOOD HEALTH I say it’s “weird” because the results people get when they do this for just 10 days are astounding, but the whole process is really simple to do. And everything you need can be picked up at the grocery store for a couple dollars. Normally I would say the whole thing sounds too good …
Superfoods that Help Heartburn
SUPERFOODS THAT HELP HEARTBURN Heartburn and indigestion make millions of people miserable. Continuous digestive problems can be a symptom of overeating, bad food choices or something more serious. Thankfully simple changes in the foods you eat can provide relief. A number of foods can trigger heartburn or indigestion by relaxing the band of muscles at the end of your esophagus …
Get 10 mins of fitness exercise – part 2
GET 10 MINS OF FITNESS EXERCISE – PART 2 1. When you go outside to pick up your morning newspaper, take a brisk 5-minute walk up the street in one direction and back in the other. 2. If you’re housebound caring for a sick child or grandchild, hop on an exercise bike or treadmill while your ailing loved one naps. …
A Heart To Health Talk
A HEART TO HEALTH TALK Almost 14 million Americans have a history of heart attack or angina. It is now one of the leading causes of death in the United States. More than 1 million Americans have heart attacks each year. A heart attack, or myocardial infarction (MI), is permanent damage to the heart muscle. Myo means muscle, cardial refers …
A Healthy Approach To Stress
A HEALTHY APPROACH TO STRESS Different people get bothered for different reasons. A big sports game, an office presentation, deadlines at work, even other people and relationships — all these can cause us stress. This feeling of mild anxiety can cause different outcomes, even negative consequences. A student can fail his or her exam simply by being stressed out or …
Superfoods for a Spiffy Circulatory System
SUPERFOODS FOR A SPIFFY CIRCULATORY SYSTEM Circulation problems can be felt in a number of ways. Some symptoms include fatigue due to poor circulatory function, which may bring on other symptoms such as dizziness and fainting. The inability to concentrate, coldness in the hands or feet, headaches, angina, and high blood pressure are also other signs there could be problems …