Wednesday, July 29, 2009

What is Essentials?

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

It is important to refuel your body
with nutritious food within 20 minutes
of physical activity.

The MOST nutritious food, which is also low in calories, is Univera's Essentials. Essentials has absolutely everything your body needs in a yummy, but low calorie, form. Only 200 calories for a meal that refreshes and doesn't cause cramping after strenuous exercise.

Exercise But Be Sure To Nourish Your Body!

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

To exercise effectively you need to
nourish your body with high quality
nutritious food.

Tiny Changes Make Big Changes!

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

"True life is lived when tiny changes occur."
Leo Tolstoy

Sunday, July 19, 2009

Warm Up!

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

Warming your body up prior to any strenuous physical activity will prevent and/or reduce strain and muscle pulls, tears and soreness.

Saturday, July 18, 2009

Great Idea!

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

To encourage your child to be more active, consider giving gifts that will encourage physical activity such as a bike, roller blades, soccer ball or basketball, dance lessons or sports equipment instead of video games or DVDs.

Yummy and Nutritious!

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

A recipe for a quick, easy and nutritious broccoli salad: combine tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon agave nectar, 1 tablespoon olive oil; pour over 2 shredded carrots, 1 shredded broccoli stalk and 1 shredded zucchini; season with garlic, salt and pepper to taste; mix well; chill and serve.

Which Two?

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

A man's health can be judged by which
he takes two at a time - pills or stairs.
Joan Welsh

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Have You Reached a Plateau?

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

If you have reached a plateau with weight loss, consider adding strength training to your exercise regimen. Strength training twice a week will build muscle and increase your metabolism so you will be able to burn fat.

Sunday, July 12, 2009

One Baby Step at a Time!

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

If you would like a healthier lifestyle, pick one small item you could change each week that would move you closer to your healthier lifestyle.

This works for your children also. Just change one thing at a time, one baby step at a time.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Slow Down!

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

If you want to lose weight, slow down
when you are eating and chew your food
well. Create an environment with soft
soothing music and a beautiful table to encourage you to eat slower and enjoy your food.

It takes your body a few minutes to signal your brain that you are full, so slowing down will help you to not overeat while waiting for the signal!

Friday, July 10, 2009

How to Lose Weight?

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

It takes 3500 calories to gain a pound.
If you want to lose a pound per week,
reduce your calorie intake by 250 calories and incorporate daily physical activity that will burn 250 calories.

Correlation Between Screen Use & Overweight?

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

According to the American Academy of
Pediatrics, 25% of children and teens
spend at least 4 hours in front of a
screen (television, computer or video
games) per day. They found that there
is a direct correlation to the hours
spent in front of a screen and being
overweight.
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

A study at the University of California found that Omega 3 fatty acids increase oxygen delivery during exercise. Some great sources of Omega 3 fatty acids are: walnuts and flaxseeds.

Univera has many products with Omega 3's in them. Email me if you would like more info: ellouise@ececonsultants.com

Motivation or Habit?

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

Motivation is what gets you started.
Habit is what keeps you going. Jim Ryun

Muscles Sore? Here's a Natural Way to Help!

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

A natural way to reduce muscle soreness and speed recovery after an intense workout is to eat red and purple fruits such as cherries, blueberries and strawberries. These fruits contain anthocyanins and antioxidant compounds, which reduce inflammation.

Sunday, July 5, 2009

Natural Foot Scrub!

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

A natural, soothing foot scrub is to mix 10 pureed strawberries with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of sea salt.
Massage the paste into your feet, rinse well and pat dry.

Saturday, July 4, 2009

What's Best When Selecting Fruits & Vegetables?

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

Fresh is best, when selecting fruits and vegetables. If fresh is not available, then frozen is second best. Canned fruit and vegetables have the lowest level of nutrients.

And, of course, be sure that you use organic fruits and vegetables so that your body doesn't have to get rid of those toxic pesticides!

Cholesterol High? Here are some ideas!

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

Researchers at Columbia University found that LDL cholesterol levels were 5% lower for people who added 3 more grams of soluble fiber to their diet for 6 weeks.

To have a healthy heart, add these two products to your regimen:
1. Florasterol - helps keep cholesterol at a healthy level
2. Rhythmatix - contains lipids and other healthy ingredients to help the heart to be healthy

Change Your Mind.....It's Healthy!

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

The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind.
William James

One of the hardest changes to make is to a healthier lifestyle...but it's possible. Yea!

How to Choose Your Fruits & Vegetables!

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

Select fruits and vegetables that have a deep, rich color. Vibrant color means higher levels of nutrients and antioxidants in the fruit and vegetables.

Wash them in a fruit/vegetable rinse before putting them into the fridge so that they are ready for when the munchies start. Have the ones that don't need refrigeration arranged attractively in a bowl for a handy snack for your children.

Are You Stressed? Laugh a Little!

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

There are many potential stressors in life.
One way to combat stress is humor and wit.
You cannot laugh and be stressed out at the same time.

Support Helps When Changing Your Lifestyle!

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

If you are transforming your lifestyle from an unhealthy one to a healthier one, enlist the support of friends and family to guide you through the transition.