Monday, September 28, 2009

Drink More Water! How?

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

To add natural flavor and color
to pure water, freeze lemon, lime,
orange or cranberry juice in ice
cube trays and add these frozen
juice cubes to your pure water.

Skip Meals? Never!

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

A study in Medicine and Science in the
Sport and Exercise Journal found that
women who ate evenly and consistently
throughout the day had significantly
lower levels of body fat than those
who skipped meals.

Keep It Organized!

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

Keep organized by investing
in storage containers and
installing hooks and shelves
so your house looks neat and
tidy and you are no longer
wasting time trying to find
items.

Friday, September 25, 2009

Clutter? Start Here!

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

Start to clear your clutter by getting
rid of old magazines, books, appliances, household items and clothes that you haven't used in the past year.

Get Organized!

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

Getting organized will help you feel
more in control. You will also be
able to take on daily challenges more
effectively and efficiently.

Refreshing Bath!

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

For a soothing, fragrant bath, toss in
some fresh rose petals in the water.
The oils from the fragrant petals will
leave your skin feeling smooth.

No Excuses!

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

"Ninety-nine percent of failures come
from people who have the habit of making excuses." George Washington Carver

Monday, September 21, 2009

If You Choose to Eat Meat, Be Careful!

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

To keep bacteria from growing when
you thaw meat, always thaw it in the
refrigerator. Do not thaw meat on the
kitchen counter; this may cause harmful bacteria to proliferate on the counter or in the meat.

Sunday, September 20, 2009

Drained of Energy? Remove Clutter!

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

Clutter is a huge energy drainer.
Spending just 5 to 15 minutes a
day picking up and organizing
clutter left from the day, will
ensure that things don't pile up
and become unmanageable.
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

If you spend a lot of time sitting in
front of a computer, consider investing in a good chair. Your computer chair should provide support to your lower back.
It is also helpful if the chair can be adjusted to your optimum height.

Another idea: arrange your office so that you can stand in front of your computer instead of sitting. This is better for your back and you can move around more, thus using more calories.

Depressed? DON'T Isolate!

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

Isolating yourself from others when you feel a little depressed may only make things seem worse. Make plans to go out with friends, do some volunteer work or call a relative or friend to connect with someone to brighten your mood.

Dancing is Fun and Great Exercise!

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

Dancing is a great way to lift your spirits.
Dancing is not only great exercise, but it is a fun way to physically express yourself and naturally improve your mood.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

More Celery Info!

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

Celery has only 10 calories per large stalk.
This is a terrific snack if you are trying to lose weight. If you chew the celery well, you can burn more calories chewing than you consume from the celery.

More Celery Info!

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

Celery has only 10 calories per large stalk.
This is a terrific snack if you are trying to lose weight. If you chew the celery well, you can burn more calories chewing than you consume from the celery.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Celery! YUM!

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

Celery is a good source of riboflavin, vitamin B6, pantothenic acid, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus and a very good source of fiber, vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, folate, potassium and manganese.

Napping Isn't Lazy--It's Good for You!

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

Researchers have shown that a mid-afternoon nap is beneficial for the human body. Studies indicate that napping may enhance your memory, re-energize you and lower your risk of dying from heart disease by more than one third.

Have a Goal? Here's How to Reach It!

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

"If you want to reach a goal, you must "see the reaching" in your own mind before you actually arrive at your goal." Zig Ziglar

Got Allergies? Try This!

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

Plants such as ferns, dracaenas and philodendrons naturally filter many allergens from the air. For maximum benefits, have one plant for every 100 square feet of space.

Be Safe in Your Car!

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

If you have air bags in your car, drive with your hands on the rim of the steering wheel, not in the center, to avoid knocking your hands into your face if the air bags go off.

Guacamole! Double YUM!

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

To make homemade guacamole, mash the flesh of one avocado, mix in 2 tablespoons diced sweet onion, six diced cherry tomatoes, the juice of lime and one minced jalapeno pepper.

Avocados? YUM! And, Good for You!

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

Avocados are packed with nutrition.
They are high in vitamin K, fiber,
potassium, folic acid, vitamin B6,
vitamin C, and copper. They also
contain oleic acid, a monounsaturated
fat that may help lower cholesterol.

Keep Food Fresh!

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

Set your refrigerator thermostat to 38oF to prevent your food from spoiling. Use a refrigerator thermometer to ensure your temperature is set correctly.

Monday, September 7, 2009

Burn Fat Faster!

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

Research shows that adding some high intensity training may release more growth hormones and allow your body to burn fat faster. Consider adding high intensity intervals to your workout routine.

Success!

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

According to researchers at Miriam
Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island,
people who strongly believed in their
ability to succeed with exercise were
most likely to be working out one year
later.

Plants Help With Job Satisfaction!

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

According to a survey in the journal
HortScience, people who spend their
time in offices with plants tend to
be more satisfied with their jobs
than people who do not have plants
in their office.

Friday, September 4, 2009

Be in the "Present"!

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

A technique to become present, according to Lea Cordon, is to "Picture 2 boxes in your head, one for the past and one for the future. Concentrate on inhaling and exhaling deeply. If thoughts come to your mind sort them into one of the 2 boxes until your mind feels quiet and at peace."

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Enjoy the Present!

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

"Dwelling in the past or worrying about the future impairs with your ability to enjoy the present." Lea Cordon

Inexpensive Aromotherapy!

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

Fill a spray bottle with pure water and
5 to 10 drops of your favorite essential oil to use as an aromatherapy spray.

Put Cucumbers Where?

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

To reduce swelling under your eyes, finely chop a cucumber and roll it up in a paper towel. Place the roll over your eyes for
15 minutes.

Body Brushing for Better Skin?

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

Body brushing with a light circular motion prior to your morning shower will help you shed rough, dead cells and give your skin better tone and texture.