Friday, July 30, 2010

Physical Activity Helps Your Body Detoxify? Yes!

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

Physical activity will help the body detoxify by improving the way the tissues use oxygen and eliminate waste products in the sweat, and it will help reduce feelings of stress.

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Water, Pure Water!

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

Drink at least half your body weight in ounces of pure water daily. Staying well hydrated is essential to assisting your body in flushing out toxins through the kidneys and liver.

I provide water distillers to those who want the purest water. Just email me or call!

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Check With Your Doctor!

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

Check with your doctor to see if you are a good candidate for a detoxification program. Detoxifying your body may restore energy levels, improve digestion and strengthen your immune system.

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Detox!

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

Following a good detoxification program once or twice a year plus eating a nutritious diet all year long, will help your body eliminate the buildup of harmful toxins caused by air pollution, pesticides, fungicides and other chemicals.

Monday, July 26, 2010

Laugh, Laugh, Laugh---Choose to Laugh!

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

Most people naturally laugh a few times a day; however, you can increase the benefits of laughter by consciously choosing to laugh more often.

Sunday, July 25, 2010

Laughter--the Best Medicine!

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

Research shows that laughter has many benefits such as it boosts endorphin levels, increases circulation, enhances the immune system, and laughter exercises the facial muscles, shoulders, diaphragm and abdomen.

Saturday, July 24, 2010

Back to Nature to Relieve Stress!

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

Spending time in nature is a great way to relieve stress.
Taking a walk in a park, hiking through the woods, riding your bike on a trail or gardening are easy practical ways to reconnect with nature.

Friday, July 23, 2010

Do You Affirm Yourself and How You Want to Be?

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

Saying affirmations is one way to create positive expectations. An affirmation is a strong, positive statement written in the present tense. Examples are:
"I am fit and healthy" or "My life is filled with peace and joy".

Your subconscious brain does not know the difference between affirmations and reality so putting it into present tense helps you to become what you affirm!

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Positive Emotions Boost Health!

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

Studies have shown that positive emotions boost your health. Almost anything that makes you feel good about yourself will help you stay healthy.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Be Mindful When You're Cooking!

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

To prevent accidently causing a fire or burning yourself, keep objects such as kitchen towels and paper wrappers away from the stovetop. Roll up loose long sleeves when cooking.

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Smoke Alarms!

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

Install smoke detectors in or near every bedroom and on every level of your home. Test the alarms monthly and change the batteries at least once yearly.

Monday, July 19, 2010

Tomorrow is Disease!

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

"When it comes to eating right and exercising, there is no 'I'll start tomorrow.' Tomorrow is disease." V.L. Allineare

Healthy Trail Mix

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

A healthy and tasty trail mix is to combine 1 tablespoon each of raw pumpkin seeds, raw sesame seeds, sliced raw almonds, wheat germ, raisins and dried cranberries.

Add Sage to Salads!

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

Adding some fresh sage leaves to a green salad will make it more nutritious and flavorful.

Be Mentally "Sage" and Use Sage

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

Sage is a fragrant herb which research shows has many health benefits such as improving mood and increasing short-term memory. Sage may also ease symptoms of peri-menopause by decreasing hot flashes and night sweats.

Yummy Olives are Good For You!

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

Olives are a great source of healthy monounsaturated fats. They are high in vitamin E, calcium, copper, iron, polyphenols and fiber.

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Yea! Go on Vacation---Be More Productive!

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

Vacations have been shown to be good for your health.
They refresh your spirits, may enhance relationships, reduce stress and may make you more productive when you return from vacation.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Yea! Go On Vacation---Stay Well!

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

A study at the University of Pittsburgh found that people who skip vacations are more likely to get sick.

Monday, July 12, 2010

High Blood Pressure? Here's How To Change That!

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

"By losing weight, reducing sodium and alcohol intake, adopting a modest exercise program, paying attention to their attitude and engaging in a regular program of deep breathing or meditation, most patients can maintain normal blood pressure without drugs." Robert Anderson, M.D.

Sunday, July 11, 2010

De-Clutter Your Life to Reduce Stress!

Clutter causes stress, stress causes many diseases. Therefore, reducing or eliminating clutter is GOOD for your health!

To reduce clutter, create a habit of eliminating something old every time you bring something new into your home.

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Yikes!

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

Studies have shown that sponges and dishrags are among the most germ-laden objects in homes. Wash dishrags frequently and discard sponges after use to reduce the spread of germs.

Friday, July 9, 2010

Get Berry Good Recall!

Eating a little more than a cup of blueberries daily can improve your memory in a matter of months according to researchers at Britain’s Peninsula Medical School and University of Reading.
Participants improved their recall test scores after 12 weeks of loading up on 10 ounces of blueberries each day. Other fruits such as blackberries, cranberries, and cherries are also rich in flavonoids -compounds linked to brain cell growth - and should act similarly.

Be Sure You Understand What Your Medications Are Supposed to Do!

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

If your physician prescribes medication for you, be proactive and ask questions so you fully understand what the medication treats, how it works, how best to take the medication, potential side effects and if there are any drug, food or supplement interactions with the medication.

Drink Pop? Read this!

"Did you know?"
Drinking two or more soft drinks a week increased pancreatic cancer risk by 87% in a study of 60,524 men and women.

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Ask Questions When Going to the Doctor!

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

Be proactive when you go to your doctor. Bring someone with you to help you remember what your doctor tells you.
It is also helpful to write down your questions ahead of time in a notebook and take notes about the answers to your questions.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Interview a Potential Doctor!

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

When selecting a physician, ask some questions to ensure this will be the best doctor for you. Some questions to ask are: what is their training and experience, what is their availability and will the doctor work in partnership with you?

For me, as a vegetarian and a natural remedies person, I must also ask "Can you support my decisions regarding alternative eating and medicine ideas?

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Be a Conscious Eater!

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

Eating with your non-dominant hand will allow you to be more conscious of what you are eating. This will force you to concentrate and think about what and how much you are eating

Monday, July 5, 2010

Walk? Buy Good Shoes!

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

If you run or walk for fitness invest
in a good pair of shoes. You will need to replace your shoes every 400 to 500 miles.

Cook This Way!

Cook This Way for Better Insulin Response
By RealAge

When it comes to dodging diabetes, the pot you choose from the kitchen cupboard may be just as important as the food you put into it. So pick up that steamer.

Turns out that lightly steaming at least some of your favorite edibles may be one of the best ways to keep your insulin working well.

How Do I Cook Thee?
In a study, steaming seemed to beat frying, grilling, and roasting when it came to maintaining insulin responsiveness. The study participants who ate foods cooked at high heat had poorer insulin sensitivity compared with the folks who often ate lightly steamed foods. The high-heat cookers also experienced a drop in their blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins C and E. All bad news if you're hoping to dodge diabetes or heart disease.

Don't Get Old Too Young!

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

"You can get old pretty young if you don't take care of yourself." Yogi Berra

Saturday, July 3, 2010

To Lose Weight, Eat More Often! Yea! I Love to Eat!

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

If you are interested in losing weight, avoid skipping meals. Eat 4 to 6 small meals per day to prevent binging.

Friday, July 2, 2010

Eat Mindfully, Not Mindlessly!

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

To prevent mindless eating, measure out your food portions instead of eating directly from a box or container. This will allow you to know exactly how much you are eating.

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Brush Right After Dinner? Hm-m-m, Great Idea!

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

Brushing your teeth immediately after dinner will remind you that the day's eating is complete.