Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Phytonutrients have been shown to have many health benefits for people. They have been credited with fighting cancer, boosting the immune system and reducing damage due to air pollution and environmental toxins.
I have many products with HIGH phytonutrients available. Just email me or check out my website at www.ececonsultants.com for more info.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Phytonutrients? Where Are They Found?
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Phytonutrients are concentrated in the skins of fruits and vegetables. They give them their color, flavor, scent and protect produce from disease.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Phytonutrients are concentrated in the skins of fruits and vegetables. They give them their color, flavor, scent and protect produce from disease.
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Improve Your Mood! Go Outside!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
According to researchers at the University of Essex in England, spending just 5 minutes in an outdoor activity is all you need to improve your mood and self-esteem. For the greatest mental health benefits spend your time outdoors near a body of water.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
According to researchers at the University of Essex in England, spending just 5 minutes in an outdoor activity is all you need to improve your mood and self-esteem. For the greatest mental health benefits spend your time outdoors near a body of water.
Friday, January 28, 2011
Watermelon Slushy!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To make a delicious watermelon slushy, place frozen watermelon cubes in a glass-mixing bowl, using a potato masher, mash the watermelon until it becomes a slushy mixture and enjoy.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To make a delicious watermelon slushy, place frozen watermelon cubes in a glass-mixing bowl, using a potato masher, mash the watermelon until it becomes a slushy mixture and enjoy.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
How To Pick the Perfect Watermelon!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
When purchasing a watermelon, select one that is ripe. To select a ripe watermelon, knock on the rind and if you hear a hollow sound, it is ready to eat. If you hear a solid thud, it is overripe.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
When purchasing a watermelon, select one that is ripe. To select a ripe watermelon, knock on the rind and if you hear a hollow sound, it is ready to eat. If you hear a solid thud, it is overripe.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Source of Vitamin C, A, the B's, lycopene, Thiamin, Potassium and Magnesium? Read this!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Watermelon is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, the B vitamins, lycopene, thiamin, potassium and magnesium
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Watermelon is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, the B vitamins, lycopene, thiamin, potassium and magnesium
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Buy Healthy Cereal or Email Me for My Blender Drink Recipe
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
A tip to select a healthy breakfast cereal is to look for cereal that has more fiber than sugar grams and is all-natural without preservatives.
Or, you can email me for my blender drink recipe which has loads of fiber, the same amount of greens as 5 plates of spinach, fiber from flax seed and much more!
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
A tip to select a healthy breakfast cereal is to look for cereal that has more fiber than sugar grams and is all-natural without preservatives.
Or, you can email me for my blender drink recipe which has loads of fiber, the same amount of greens as 5 plates of spinach, fiber from flax seed and much more!
Monday, January 24, 2011
How About Preventing Cancer Instead of Trying to Cure It?
Diet: Fruits, Vegetables And Cancer.
A panel review concluded the evidence that fruit and vegetable consumption lowers risk for certain cancers was probable. The evidence was not strong enough to receive a grade of convincing, which is the best grade possible. It was agreed that weight management and physical activity has emerged as very important factors in cancer prevention, and that alcohol consumption significantly raises the risk. Diet is only one aspect of living for lower cancer risk. Scientists estimate if healthy diets are combined with regular physical activity and weight management, about 1/3 of the most common cancers could be prevented - that's almost 350,000 cases in the US every year.
American Institute for Cancer Research, Dec 2010
A panel review concluded the evidence that fruit and vegetable consumption lowers risk for certain cancers was probable. The evidence was not strong enough to receive a grade of convincing, which is the best grade possible. It was agreed that weight management and physical activity has emerged as very important factors in cancer prevention, and that alcohol consumption significantly raises the risk. Diet is only one aspect of living for lower cancer risk. Scientists estimate if healthy diets are combined with regular physical activity and weight management, about 1/3 of the most common cancers could be prevented - that's almost 350,000 cases in the US every year.
American Institute for Cancer Research, Dec 2010
High Blood Pressure in Children? Yes!
Health Alert: High Blood Pressure In Children!
Children in disadvantaged socio-economic situations are more likely to deal with the kinds of daily stresses that can lead to hypertension at an early age. 1.5% to 4% of children have serious hypertension, 6.5-8% have elevated blood pressure that could be cause for concern.
Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, Nov 2010
Children in disadvantaged socio-economic situations are more likely to deal with the kinds of daily stresses that can lead to hypertension at an early age. 1.5% to 4% of children have serious hypertension, 6.5-8% have elevated blood pressure that could be cause for concern.
Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, Nov 2010
Mental Attitude Has a LOT To Do With Successful Aging!
Mental Attitude: Attitude And 100 Years.
Critical life events and personal history, along with how people adapt to stressful situations and cope with them are crucial to explaining successful aging. Personality also determined how well centenarians reacted to life stress and change, and therefore whether they were as happy in their old age as they were when young. Healthy 100-year-olds had personalities that are open and conscientious.
Current Gerontology and Geriatrics Research, Dec 2010
Critical life events and personal history, along with how people adapt to stressful situations and cope with them are crucial to explaining successful aging. Personality also determined how well centenarians reacted to life stress and change, and therefore whether they were as happy in their old age as they were when young. Healthy 100-year-olds had personalities that are open and conscientious.
Current Gerontology and Geriatrics Research, Dec 2010
Lower Your Blood Pressure. and Cholesterol and Improve Your Immune System.....Get a Pet!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Research shows that pet owners generally have lower blood pressure, less incidence of heart disease, better moods, lower cholesterol and improved immune system function than non-pet owners.
Of course, that's only if you are NOT allergic!
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Research shows that pet owners generally have lower blood pressure, less incidence of heart disease, better moods, lower cholesterol and improved immune system function than non-pet owners.
Of course, that's only if you are NOT allergic!
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Negative Stress in Your Life? Adopt the Right Attitude!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
"Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one." Hans Selye
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
"Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one." Hans Selye
Saturday, January 22, 2011
How to Avoid Long-Term Complications of Stress? Deep Breathe & Exercise!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To avoid the long-term complications from chronic stress, learn new ways to cope with stress such as relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises, biofeedback and being more physically active.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To avoid the long-term complications from chronic stress, learn new ways to cope with stress such as relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises, biofeedback and being more physically active.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Soft Drinks May Lead to Gout - Fructose is the Culprit!
The incidence of gout appears to be increasing among women (gout has traditionally affected more men than women). New data points to fructose in sweetened beverages as a potential culprit. Gout isn't just painful--it can cripple joints and may b an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Gout develops as a result of uric acid in the blood tha precipitates into crystals that lodge in joints, causing pain. In men, gout has been linked to the consumption of fructose--a sugar used to sweeten sodas, juices and many other foods. Fructose, it appears, triggers production of uric acid in the body. Based on data from the large Nurses' Health Study, researcher have now extended the warning about fructose to women. they say that even one sweetened soda or juice a drink a day increase a woman's risk of developing gout.
Sources: Fructose Poses Gout Risks Even in Women by Janet Raloff, www.sciencenews.org 11/10/10
Fructose Rich Beverages adn Risk of Gout in Women by Hyon K. Choi et al JAMA 11/10
Sources: Fructose Poses Gout Risks Even in Women by Janet Raloff, www.sciencenews.org 11/10/10
Fructose Rich Beverages adn Risk of Gout in Women by Hyon K. Choi et al JAMA 11/10
Chronic Stress is a Killer!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Chronic stress can raise blood pressure, suppress the immune system, increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, contribute to infertility, and speed up the aging process.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Chronic stress can raise blood pressure, suppress the immune system, increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, contribute to infertility, and speed up the aging process.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Don't Worry.....Be Happy!
"If you want to be happy, set a goal that commands your thoughts, liberates your energy, and inspires your hopes." -Andrew Carnegie
"Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be."
-Abraham Lincoln
"Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be."
-Abraham Lincoln
Be Aware! Look At Your Skin for Suspicious Patches or Changes in Existing Moles!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
A new mole or suspicious patch of skin or changes in an existing mole may be a sign of skin cancer and should be examined by a physician.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
A new mole or suspicious patch of skin or changes in an existing mole may be a sign of skin cancer and should be examined by a physician.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Take a Nap for a Healthier Heart!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
A six-year Greek study of over 23,000 healthy adults, found that those who took a 30- minute nap at least 3 times a week had a 37% lower risk of heart-related death.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
A six-year Greek study of over 23,000 healthy adults, found that those who took a 30- minute nap at least 3 times a week had a 37% lower risk of heart-related death.
Monday, January 17, 2011
Deter Insects the GREEN Way!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
A natural way to deter insects in closet and storage areas is to hang dried herbs such as mint, rosemary, lavender, sage, citronella and lemongrass.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
A natural way to deter insects in closet and storage areas is to hang dried herbs such as mint, rosemary, lavender, sage, citronella and lemongrass.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Natural All-Purpose Cleaner! And It Smells Great Too!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Combine 1 cup distilled water, 1 cup distilled white vinegar and 15 drops basil essential oil in a spray bottle to create an all-purpose cleaner.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Combine 1 cup distilled water, 1 cup distilled white vinegar and 15 drops basil essential oil in a spray bottle to create an all-purpose cleaner.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Painful Situation? Laugh!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
"Once you find laughter, no matter how painful your situation might be, you can survive it." Bill Cosby
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
"Once you find laughter, no matter how painful your situation might be, you can survive it." Bill Cosby
What's the Trick to Reducing Sodium Intake? Look Here!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To reduce sodium intake, experiment with herbs and spices that don't contain sodium, avoid packaged processed foods, limit eating out in restaurants, do not add table salt to food and read nutrition labels looking for fewer than 140 mg of sodium.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To reduce sodium intake, experiment with herbs and spices that don't contain sodium, avoid packaged processed foods, limit eating out in restaurants, do not add table salt to food and read nutrition labels looking for fewer than 140 mg of sodium.
Friday, January 14, 2011
Lower Your Salt Even Just a Teensy Bit and It Will Help Your Health!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
According to researcher, Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo of the University of California, San Francisco, "A very modest decrease in the amount of salt, hardly detectable in the taste of food, can have dramatic health benefits for the U.S."
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
According to researcher, Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo of the University of California, San Francisco, "A very modest decrease in the amount of salt, hardly detectable in the taste of food, can have dramatic health benefits for the U.S."
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Lower Your Sodium for Better Health!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
The daily recommendation for sodium intake is less than 1 teaspoon per day or 2300 mg. The average American consumes between 3100 and 4700 mg of sodium per day.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
The daily recommendation for sodium intake is less than 1 teaspoon per day or 2300 mg. The average American consumes between 3100 and 4700 mg of sodium per day.
Low Sodium, High Potassium Helps High Blood Pressure!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Dietary guidelines for people with high blood pressure and older adults recommend that people consume no more than 1500 mg of sodium per day and consume approximately 4700 mg of potassium daily.
Email me for a blender drink recipe that is high in potassium and many other healthy ingredients.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Dietary guidelines for people with high blood pressure and older adults recommend that people consume no more than 1500 mg of sodium per day and consume approximately 4700 mg of potassium daily.
Email me for a blender drink recipe that is high in potassium and many other healthy ingredients.
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Boost Longevity and Reduce Mortality With Increased Levels of Fitness!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Research shows that increased levels of fitness can boost longevity and reduce mortality rates from all causes of death.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Research shows that increased levels of fitness can boost longevity and reduce mortality rates from all causes of death.
Exercise is the Key to Maintaining a Healthy Weight!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To reduce your risk of chronic diseases and maintain a healthy weight, incorporate 30 to 60 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity most days of the week.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To reduce your risk of chronic diseases and maintain a healthy weight, incorporate 30 to 60 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity most days of the week.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Transform Your Thoughts!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
"Man, alone, has the power to transform his thoughts into physical reality; man, alone can dream and make his dreams come true." Napoleon Hill
I would agree with this, with one exception that the Bible says that man makes his plans but God orders his steps.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
"Man, alone, has the power to transform his thoughts into physical reality; man, alone can dream and make his dreams come true." Napoleon Hill
I would agree with this, with one exception that the Bible says that man makes his plans but God orders his steps.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Your Mom/Grandma Was Right! Breakfast IS the Most Important Meal!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
According to a study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, children and adolescents who ate breakfast regularly maintained a healthy weight, had higher test scores, better grades and better school attendance than those who skipped breakfast.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
According to a study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, children and adolescents who ate breakfast regularly maintained a healthy weight, had higher test scores, better grades and better school attendance than those who skipped breakfast.
Healthy Side Dish Recipe! And, It's Yummy too!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To create a healthy side dish, fill a baking dish with a variety of fresh vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, onion, Brussels sprouts and carrots. Drizzle the vegetables with a little extra-virgin olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt and roast at 450 degrees, stirring frequently until browned.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To create a healthy side dish, fill a baking dish with a variety of fresh vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, onion, Brussels sprouts and carrots. Drizzle the vegetables with a little extra-virgin olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt and roast at 450 degrees, stirring frequently until browned.
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Giant Steps Don't Work! Take Baby Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Transform an unhealthy lifestyle into a healthy lifestyle by taking baby steps. As you change a little at a time, living a healthy lifestyle becomes who you are.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Transform an unhealthy lifestyle into a healthy lifestyle by taking baby steps. As you change a little at a time, living a healthy lifestyle becomes who you are.
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Create Balance in Your Life!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To create balance in your life, it is essential to have some periods of relaxation. Some ways to relax are daydreaming, getting a massage, laughing, reading a good book, taking a power nap, yoga or meditation.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
To create balance in your life, it is essential to have some periods of relaxation. Some ways to relax are daydreaming, getting a massage, laughing, reading a good book, taking a power nap, yoga or meditation.
Inexpensive Stress Reliever!
Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Journaling can be a great stress reliever. Spend a few minutes a day writing about your feelings especially those you are unable to express to others. The more you are able to express how you feel, the less your feelings will control you.
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Journaling can be a great stress reliever. Spend a few minutes a day writing about your feelings especially those you are unable to express to others. The more you are able to express how you feel, the less your feelings will control you.
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