Saturday, April 30, 2011

Stressed? Here's an Idea!

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

Art therapy is a great way to relieve stress. It involves the use of drawing, painting, clay or sculpture to allow expression and organization of your inner thoughts and emotions when talking about them may be difficult.

Friday, April 29, 2011

How to Lower Your Cholesterol!

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

To lower your cholesterol, increase your physical activity, avoid saturated fat, increase your fiber intake, quit smoking, and increase intake of omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oil and walnuts

Thursday, April 28, 2011

High Cholesterol?

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

Do you have high cholesterol? If your cholesterol is high, you may develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels. These deposits make it difficult for blood to flow through your arteries and can lead to heart attack or stroke.

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Do You Have A Sense of Purpose? It Will Help You!

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

Having a sense of purpose, passion for something and feeling as if your life has meaning bolsters your immunity, improves mental health and increases overall life satisfaction.

Monday, April 25, 2011

Decreased Risk of Early Death? Be Sure to Socialize!

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

Several research studies link good social relationships and support with decreased risk of early death.

Sunday, April 24, 2011

Soup....Simple and Healthy!

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

To create a healthy simple soup, blend 1 avocado, 1 cucumber, 4 tablespoons dill weed, 2 teaspoons lemon juice and -teaspoon sea salt in a blender until smooth and creamy.

Saturday, April 23, 2011

How to get Vitamins A, C and Folic Acid? Simple!

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

Cucumbers are good sources of vitamin A, C and folic acid. Their skin is rich in fiber and minerals such as magnesium, silica, molybdenum and potassium.

Friday, April 22, 2011

Eat By The Colors!

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

Different colors of fruits and vegetables contain different nutrients. Select a variety of different colored fruits and vegetables for maximum health benefit.

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Get Your Stupendous SEVEN!

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

According to the Centers for Disease control and Prevention, people should eat at least 5 to 7 servings of fruits and vegetables daily.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Health Benefits of Smoking Cessation!

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

"The health benefits of quitting smoking are immediate and substantial. They far exceed any risk from the average 5-pound weight gain or any adverse psychological effects that may follow quitting." U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Think You Are Healthier Because You Eschew Red Meat, But Eat Chicken? Think Again!

Out of 100 whole chickens purchased at Seattle-area grocery stores in March, 80 harbored at least one type of disease-causing bacteria, including campylobacter and salmonella.

Ten percent of the samples tested positive for the same antibiotic-resistant strain of staphylococcus bacteria responsible for an epidemic of hospital infections. And organic chickens were just as likely as conventionally raised chickens to be tainted with a wide range of germs.
Read the whole story in today's Seattle Times.

What Are the Benefits of Smoking?........Hm-m-m, There ARE None!

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

Smoking contributes to developing cancer, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, emphysema and premature death.

Monday, April 18, 2011

Are You Part of the 60%?

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

According to research, more than 60% of American adults are not physically active on a regular basis and 25% are not active at all. Even a modest walking program has been shown to improve heart health, reduce stress, decrease weight and boost energy levels.

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Veggies, Veggies, Veggies!......And Fruits!

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

It is best to lose weight slow and steady. Eating a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruit, whole grains, healthy fats and lean protein and avoiding processed foods will lead to a slow steady weight loss.

Saturday, April 16, 2011

I'll Start Tomorrow!

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." Terri Guillemets

2/3 of Americans are Overweight!

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

Did you know more than 2/3 of all Americans are overweight? Being overweight increases your risk of developing arthritis, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease and sleep disorders.
I can help you with this challenge! Just give me a call and we'll set up a program for you.

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Are You Correctly Flossing?

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

Floss your teeth at least once daily. To properly floss, curve the floss in a C shape against the tooth when you reach the gum line. Gently slide the thread into the space between tooth and gum, holding the floss snugly against the tooth and moving it up and down.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Brush Your Teeth Correctly!

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

Brush your teeth thoroughly for 2 to 3 minutes with a toothbrush that has a small head, which will easily reach into the corners of your mouth.

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Do You Know How to Brush Your Teeth?

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

To brush your teeth properly, hold a soft bristled brush at a 45-degree angle to your teeth and gums and use gentle back and forth strokes. Hold it vertically to clean the inside surfaces of your front teeth.

Monday, April 11, 2011

Reduce the Risk of Gum Disease? Yep! Can Do!

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

To reduce your risk of gum disease, brush your teeth properly at least twice daily and have regular dental check-ups at least every 6 months.

Why Keep Your Gums Healthy?

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

Bacteria from gum disease can enter your bloodstream, which causes your white blood cells to release clotting factors that contribute to both heart attacks and strokes.

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Drink Pop? Read This!

Dr. Oz said, on his show, that if you drink diet pop you increase your chances by 50% for a stroke or heart attack.

Saturday, April 9, 2011

Soothing Essential Oils Help with Slumber!

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

Adding soothing essential oils such as lavender, rose or marjoram to your bath water can make your bedtime bath even more relaxing.

Friday, April 8, 2011

Having Trouble Sleeping? Try This Simple Solution!

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

Are you having trouble sleeping? If so, try soaking in a warm bath one to two hours before bed. Your body temperature will slowly drop after your bath, making you feel tired.

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Think You Don't Need Much Sleep? Think Again!

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

Most adults require 7 to 9 hours of sleep nightly. Some signs you may not be getting enough sleep are: you need an alarm clock to wake up; you're tired, irritable and stressed; you feel drowsy when driving and you have trouble concentrating and remembering.

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Worries About Your Brain? Exercise and Eat Healthier!

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

Research at the University of Kentucky found that only about 5% of memory impairments are due to brain disorders such as Alzheimer's. The most prevalent and preventable causes were stress, depression, poor health, improper nutrition and lack of exercise.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Prevent Mental Deterioration!

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

To prevent mental deterioration with age, stimulate your brain with challenging new activities such as learning a new skill, instrument or language, or playing a challenging game.

Monday, April 4, 2011

Acknowldege Your Anger and Then Deal With It!

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

Learning to acknowledge and express anger appropriately is the best way to keep it from creating long-term health, career and relationship problems.

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Repressing Anger is NOT a good thing!

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

Research shows that both repressing anger and repeated expressions of hostility cause a buildup of homocysteine, a chemical in the blood that has been associated with heart disease.

Not Happy With Your Sales?

Biz Tip of the Day

If you're not happy with your sales
income get into training or get out
of sales altogether.

Saturday, April 2, 2011

Want to Help Others? First....Help Yourself!

Biz Tip of the Day

If you want to help other people, your
first duty is to help yourself

Balancing Booster

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

A simple balancing booster is to step up onto the balls of your feet, hold for two to four seconds, then lower yourself back down. Repeat a few times.

Friday, April 1, 2011

Exercise Balance!

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

Balance tends to decline with age, to counteract this decline in your ability to balance, incorporate balancing moves into your daily activity.