Eat a Well Balanced Diet!

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A well-balanced diet consists of knowing the difference between healthy and unhealthy fats, eating a variety of high quality nutritious foods in all food groups, and creating a habit of consuming healthy food.

So......EXERCISE!

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According to a study by Harvard School of Public health, people engaged in vigorous activity significantly decrease their risk of dying prematurely from any cause.

Be Prepared for Strength Training!

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To prevent injury when strength training, it is essential you warm up for 5 to 10 minutes with some light cardiovascular activity such as walking, jogging, cycling or rowing and then cool down with some light stretching for 5 to 10 minutes.

Consistency is the Key!

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Consistency is essential to achieve the best results with strength training. Training 2 to 3 times per week will help your goals. Just training occasionally, when you feel like it, won't have much benefit.

Pick a Professional That is Qualified!

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To select a qualified personal trainer, make sure they are certified by one of the top three fitness organizations:
The National Strength and Conditioning Association, the American Council on Exercise or the American College of Sports Medicine.

Consult a Professional Before You Strength Train!

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If you have never done strength training, you may want to consult a professional trainer to teach you the proper techniques to avoid injury.

Breathe Properly When Strength Training!

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To breathe properly during strength training, exhale as you lift the weight and inhale as you lower the weight.

Just Breathe!

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Breathing properly during strength training is very important. Proper breathing will supply oxygen to the muscle cells, which is essential for muscle contraction and will help deliver energy and build the muscle.

Strong Women (and men) Stay Young!

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Strength training is important for optimal health.
Some benefits to strength training are increased metabolism and muscle mass, decreased body fat and blood pressure, increased bone density, improves glucose metabolism, prevents muscle loss and speeds up digestion.

YEA for Cruciferous Vegetables!

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Cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable, which studies show can be effective in protecting your body against certain cancers and Alzheimer's. It is also high in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, K, folate, calcium, magnesium, manganese, potassium, fiber, omega-3 oils and protein.

Tastes Great! Fights Disease!

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For a nutritious, flavor packed salad, mix 2 cups each of shredded red and green cabbage with 4 chopped apples and drizzle with a dressing of 2 Tablespoons olive oil,
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice and 1 clove of crushed garlic.

Cruciferous vegetables, such as cabbage, fight cancer. Apples also have beneficial elements. And garlic too!

Cherries-A Great Source of Nutrients!

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Cherries are a great source of nutrients such as vitamins b-complex, calcium, potassium, ellagic acid, flavonoids and fiber. Cherries also contain melatonin, which is an important nutrient in promoting healthy sleep patterns. Sour cherries are higher in melatonin than sweet cherries.

Declutter Your Life for a Better Life

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"In minds crammed with thoughts, organs clogged with toxins, and bodies stiffened with neglect, there is just no space for anything else." Alison Rose Levy

No Jesus, no peace. Know Jesus, know peace.

Electromagnetic Radiation? Block it!

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Computers emit electromagnetic radiation, which can make you feel tired and drained if you work at a computer for long time. Studies have shown that placing a plant by your computer screen will reduce tiredness because the plant will absorb the electromagnetic excess instead of you.

Another way to block, really block, the EMR's is to get BioPro. Check it out at www.mybiopro.com/ellouise

Simple and Cheap Stress Reliever!

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Singing and humming are easy ways to reduce stress. If you start feeling stressed, hum to yourself or turn up your radio and start singing along.

Improve Your Circulation!

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To boost your circulation and immune system, try thermotherapy.
In the shower, alternate warm water with cold water for 30 seconds each. The cold water sends blood to your organs while the warm water brings it rushing back to the muscles.

Want Energy? Here Are Some Essential Oils That Help!

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The top ten essential oils for energizing are bergamot, eucalyptus, geranium, grapefruit, fennel, juniper, lemon, peppermint, orange and rosemary.

Relax! It's Good For You!

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For a therapeutic relaxing bath, mix 6 drops of essential oil in a warm tube. The top ten oils for a relaxing bath are lavender, rose, chamomile, frankincense, lemongrass, vetivert, sweet marjoram, neroli, mandarin or clary sage.

Natural Face Mask!

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For a natural facemask, mash one half of an avocado and mix with a small amount of sunflower or sesame oil, apply to face and leave on for 5 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.

Tea Bags for Puffy Eyes!

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To soothe and reduce puffy eyes and ease sore eyes after exposure to extreme weather, steep
2 chamomile tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes, let them cool before placing the tea bags over your eyes for 10 minutes.

Water, Water, NOT Everywhere!

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To promote weight loss and health, it is important to stay well hydrated. If you are dehydrated, your metabolism slows down by 2 to 3%.

Distilled water is, according to Nutrition for Health, the best water for hydrating.

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Water is essential to flush out toxins, hydrate your cells and assist with bodily functions. A simple way to know if you are well hydrated is to check the color of your urine. If it is darker than pale yellow, you need to increase your water intake.

In order to truly hydrate, you must use distilled water. I have all the facts on why this is so, just email me and I will be glad to help you with this!

Yummy, Low-Cal Desserts!

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Frozen sliced bananas make a tasty creamy low calorie dessert instead of high fat ice cream or desserts.

Another easy dessert is frozen berries (any kind) and frozen bananas (be sure to peel them first) and put them through a Champion juicer with the "blank" on. Very YUMMY!

Want to be Healthier? Get Some Exercise!

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For vibrant health, physical activity is essential. Find ways throughout your day to be active and schedule physical activity 30 to 60 minutes at least 4 to 5 times weekly.

Got Sleep?

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Sleep is essential for health. Your body regenerates and restores your cells during deep sleep. To look and feel great in the morning, ensure you make time for quality sleep.

Now, if I could just take my own advice!

Eat These Foods First to Help Lose Weight!

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If you are trying to lose weight, eat foods high in water content first before eating higher calorie food items. Fruits, vegetables, water based soups and stews, and cooked whole grains are lower in calories yet very satisfying.

Too Busy to Exercise?

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Do you feel you are too busy for exercise? We all have the same 24 hours per day. To find time for exercise, think about ways to free up your time. What can you delegate, stop doing or say no to create more time in your day?

Smile.....Smile......Smile!

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Smiling and laughter reduce your stress hormones. A good belly laugh will lower blood pressure, decrease muscle tension and make your look and feel more relaxed.

Posture Makes Perfect! Well, At Least It Improves How You Feel!

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Your body posture affects how you feel. To improve your posture, imagine a piece of string pulling you up from the top of your head, so your neck, head and spine are all in a straight line and then relax your shoulders.

The Thoughts We think

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"The thoughts we think and the words we speak create our experiences." Louise Hay