Saturday, February 28, 2009

Limit Water Drinking With Meals!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

To prevent diluting your gastric juices, drink no more than 4 ounces of liquid with meals. Hydrate with water at least 15 minutes before eating.

Thursday, February 26, 2009

A Healthy Life!

A healthy life includes being forgiving, not holding grudges, being peaceful, and seeking to help others. Unhealthy habits such as unforgiveness, bitterness, and selfishness affect not only your mental health but your physical health as well.

Remember, your children are watching how you handle the tough situations in your life and they will follow your leading!

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Do Your Children Get Enough Exercise? Do You?

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Regular physical activity promotes health and improves the functioning of the digestive system, stimulates lymphatic flow which promotes elimination of toxins from the body and supports the immune system.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Healthy Gastrointestinal System?

Maintaining a healthy gastrointestinal system is crucial for optimum health. A stressful lifestyle may affect digestive enzyme production, reduce gastrointestinal motility and interfere with overall function of the gastrointestinal system.

Drinking Aloe Gold will help maintain a healthy gastrointestinal system. See my website, under the health issues tab, for further info: www.ececonsultants.com

Monday, February 23, 2009

Basil Destroy Bacteria!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Basil leaves are rich in oils that decrease inflammation and destroy harmful bacteria.
Add fresh basil leaves at the end of cooking to keep their flavor and nutrients intact.

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Are You and Your Children Metabolically Balanced?

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

The key to maintaining metabolic balance is to maximize nutrition and to eliminate toxins.

Saturday, February 21, 2009

Are You Lonely Tonight?

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Loneliness has been shown to shorten lifespan while having plenty of friends improves health and prolongs youth.

To find a friend........be a friend!

Friday, February 20, 2009

Interesting Theory

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

A Harvard University study found that
people with few social contacts were
2 to 3 times more likely to die during
the following 9 years than those people with more social connections. Having a healthy lifestyle does not counteract the effects of loneliness.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Absorb All the Nutrients Possible?

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Your body will be unable to properly absorb nutrients if you eat in a hurry or are in an angry or stressed out state. To center and calm yourself before eating, take several slow deep breaths and chew your food slowly and thoroughly.

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Boost Your Immune System!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Brussels sprouts are packed with nutrients.
They contain vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, E and K, beta carotene, folate, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, fiber, Omega 3 oil and protein.
With all these vitamins and minerals they help boost your immune system.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Give Yourself and Your Children Cruciferous Vegetables!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, bok choy, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and cabbage contain phytonutrients which help cleanse the body of cancer causing substances. They are also a good source of beta carotene, vitamins C and E, folate, and calcium

Monday, February 16, 2009

Have a Teen with Acne?

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

This juice is a natural way to repair your skin from acne, rashes, and sagging skin. Juice 2 cucumbers, ½ red bell pepper,
1 carrot and ½ apple. Enjoy this refreshing, rejuvenating drink.

Sunday, February 15, 2009

Stimulate Smell for Better Memory?

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Research has shown that smell has a
strong influence on our bodies and minds.
Stimulating the olfactory nerves inside your nose will activate the limbic system of your brain, which is associated with mood and memory.

Saturday, February 14, 2009

Saturated Fats, Hydrogenated Fats, Trans Fats--NO NO!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Saturated fats found in butter, palm kernel oil, peanut oil and lard have been found to elevate triglycerides and cholesterol. They also have been linked to increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke. It is best to avoid saturated fats in your diet and that of your children.

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Improve Circulation and Lower Blood Pressure!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Bicycling is an excellent form of exercise.
It increases your blood circulation and has been shown to lower blood pressure.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Buy Organic Oils for Better Health

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

When selecting oils to purchase, it is best to buy organic, cold-pressed minimally processed oils.
Store your oil in the refrigerator in dark glass containers to prevent rancidity and replace your oil every three months.

Sunday, February 8, 2009

Use Monunsaturated Fats for Better Health for you and your child!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Monounsaturated fats contain essential
fatty acids such as omega 3 and gamma
lineolenic acid, which are essential
for brain function and development,
skin and vascular health and proper
immune system function.

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Need More Nutrition? Look to the Sea!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Sea Vegetables such as kombu, nori, kelp and wakame contain 92 nutritional elements. You can add them to soups, stews or stir fries to add extra nutrition and flavor.

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Results of a Poor Diet?

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

According to the U.S. Surgeon General of the 2.2 million deaths in America each year, 1.8 million are diet related.

Having a Professional Health Coach will help you in making better diet decisions!

Sunday, February 1, 2009

How to Keep Health Goals?

A good way to keep your health goals is to write them down and post them where you will see them frequently (bathroom mirror, refrigerator door, etc.)

Another good way is to make REALISTIC health goals! Losing 50 pounds for your high school reunion that's happening in 2 weeks is not realistic. And, when you fail it's very discouraging and you give up, sometimes even gaining weight!