Tuesday, March 31, 2009

More is Better!

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

For optimal health it is recommended
that you eat 7 to 9 servings of fresh
fruits and vegetables daily. A simple
way to get in more fruits and veggies
is to have one or two servings with
every meal.

Monday, March 30, 2009

Reduce Cancer Risk!

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

Reduce your cancer risk by consuming a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes and limit refined, processed foods. Cancer feeds on sugar.

Sunday, March 29, 2009

Diet Has An Effect on Health......Duh

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

The American Cancer Society and The American Institute of Cancer Research agree that diet contributes significantly to some forms of cancer. Thirty to forty percent of cancers are directly related to diet.

Saturday, March 28, 2009

Are You Listening To Your Body?

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

Our bodies have voices. They
are most often drowned out by
the constant babble of the world
we create for ourselves, but they
are there, waiting, and willing to
tell us what they need. Most often
subtle and quiet, the voices get
louder as we refuse to listen.
Dr. Judith Petry

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Are You Strength Training for Better Bones?

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

Strength training involves using free
weights, your own body weight, resistance bands or weight machines to increase muscle strength and endurance. Strength training is great for your bones and reduces your risk of osteoporosis.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Move to Help Prevent Colds!

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

Researchers at the University of South Carolina in Columbia found that people who had moderate to high levels of physical activity experienced 20-30% fewer colds than those with low activity levels.

MOVE!

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

Any activity that gets your heart rate up and moves your muscles qualifies as physical activity. Some ideas to live a more active lifestyle are gardening, cleaning your home, washing your car by hand, skating, walking briskly or bouncing on a mini trampoline.

So, when watching TV: get out your mini trampoline and run on it instead of sitting down! This will help your ADHD child also!!!

Sunday, March 22, 2009

Eliminate Foods High In Sugar and Fats!

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

Food can be like a powerful drug. It can have a chemical affect on our body and alter our emotional state. To keep your mind clear and body in balance, eliminate foods high in refined sugar and unhealthy fats and replace with high quality nutritious food.

Move!

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

The human body is meant to move. By
incorporating physical activity into
your daily routine you will improve
your overall health, well-being and
quality of life.

Move outside in the sunshine and you'll get that Vitamin D we talked about!

Want a Cancer Fighter?

Vitamin D may be an all purpose cancer fighter. "Getting enough lowers your risks for breast and colon cancers by 30-40%" Michael F. Holick, MD, Boston

Friday, March 20, 2009

Humming for Heallth? Hm-m-m-m

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

A study in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine found that humming increases gas exchange in the nasal sinuses.

Humming holds more oxygen as you exhale which makes each breath more efficient in oxygenating your blood.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Br-r-r-r, It's Good For You!

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

Cold showers have many benefits such as, improving circulation, better looking skin and healthier hair, and they can energize and invigorate you. The best way to take a cold shower is to start with lukewarm water and then reduce the water temperature slowly and spend the last few minutes of your shower in cool to cold water.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Stress is Killer! Reduce It by Simplifying Your Life and Your Child's Life!

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

To reduce stress and gain energy,
simplify your life. Begin today
to eliminate unnecessary activities
and clutter that complicate your
lifestyle and takes up your precious
free time.

Eliminate "Should" From Your Life!

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

Many people are having their energy
depleted because they feel they should
be doing something that they are not.
Eliminate should from your vocabulary
and replace it with goals and an action plan to create what you want.

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Strong People Stay Young!

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

Strength training is an excellent way to reduce your risk for injury as you age.
Strong muscles support and nourish bones and joints and hold them in good alignment.
Weak muscles are more prone to injury.

Friday, March 13, 2009

Get Your Family OFF Sugar!

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

According to Dr. Don Colbert, the
average American consumes 170 pounds
of refined sugar a year. About 75%
of the sugar is hidden and 20% of our
diets are composed of white sugar and
sucrose. This is extremely dangerous
since sugar actually feeds cancer.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Keep Focused on Your Health Goals!

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

To keep focused on your goals, write them down and post them where you can read them often. The more clear your goals, the easier it will be to accomplish them.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Thinking of Getting Fit?

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

Pilates is an excellent form of physical activity which increases strength and flexibility. It has been shown to be effective for people of all ages and physical conditions.

Sunday, March 8, 2009

Reduce Stress! Be Healthier!

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

If you are looking for an inexpensive and quick stress reducer, listen to music, sing or hum your way through work or stressful situations. Music helps you relax and release stress.

Another stress reliever is race walking, jogging or running.

Saturday, March 7, 2009

Be Kind, Help Your Immune System!

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

Researchers at Ohio State University found that couples that are nasty and sarcastic with each other during fights have weakened immune systems.

And, children living in these circumstances are affected also.

Friday, March 6, 2009

Moth Balls? Be Careful!

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

Mothballs are used to kill moths,
eggs, larvae and should be kept in
an air tight container in order to
ensure no harmful vapors are released
into your home. If you store clothes
in mothballs make sure to wash them
before wearing and avoid contact
with mothballs on your skin.

Hm-m-m, with those kind of precautions, does it seem as if it might be better not to use them at all?

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Drink CLEAN water!

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

Reverse osmosis water filters purify
drinking water. They remove dirt, odors, chlorine, chemicals, lead and other metals, salts, nitrates and fluoride from water.

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Don't Clean With a Deadly Gas!

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

Did you know that you should never mix ammonia and chlorine bleach? These two chemicals, when combined, create a deadly gas.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Natural Disinfectant!

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

To create your own natural disinfectant
cleaner: Combine 2 cups of warm water
with 15 drops of grapefruit seed extract and pour into a spray bottle. Grapefruit seed extract also whitens tile, tubs and sinks.

Monday, March 2, 2009

Pineapple Salsa....YUM!

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

To make Pineapple Salsa: Combine 1 small chopped pineapple, 1 diced red onion, 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice, a 2 inch piece of gingerroot finely chopped and 1 tablespoon of chopped mint. Mix well and chill

To add heat: Add a wee bit of powdered red chili pepper.

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Got Bromelin?

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

Pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain which is a potent anti-inflammatory. It is also rich in vitamin C; this combination helps the body heal faster from bumps and bruises and eases pain from arthritis and sore throats.

For best results, eat it raw, not canned or cooked.