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Helathy
Tips
By Bernie Dozier
Enjoying life to the fullest
and aging gracefully without the burden of disease depends primarily
on the healthy choices we make for our bodies TODAY.
Here are tips that will aid you lengthen
your "good" years:
Eat Breakfast
Research suggests that eating breakfast early in the day may reduce
the risk of weight gain and perhaps heart disease and diabetes.
Avoid fats and carbs from items like sugar,
potatoes, and white bread. Choose foods that are heart-healthy and
include fruits, whole-grain cereals, bread, reduced-fat cheese,
and low fat or skim milk.
Beat the Sugar High
For those that have a sweet tooth, staying away from sugar is a
constant struggle. On one hand it is just so much easier and faster
to grab that doughnut on the way to the office! On the other hand,
sugar becomes like an addiction that is very hard to break.
If you happen to like sugar a little more
than you should and you need that sugar fix each day, an enormous
way to get control and to curb the sugar craving is by using a natural
substance called 5-HTP. You can find it in most any natural health
food store. (5-hydroxytryptophan)
There are no magic pill for weight loss,
but if appetite, and not willpower, is your downfall, then 5-HTP
may do the trick.
5-HTP is a direct precursor to "serotonin".
It causes feelings of fullness and eliminates cravings for carbohydrates
and balances the serotonin levels in your brain. This safe, effective
herbal compound can also lift your spirits, which makes it great
for mood swings, anxiety and depression. The recommended dosage
is 50-100 mgs per day.
Rotate Your Exercise Routine
Varying your exercise routine can help slow down the aging process.
By changing routines you avoid boredom, and most importantly the
danger of injury caused by overusing a particular muscle, bone,
or joint.
Try rotating between aerobic exercises such
as walking, dancing, jogging, swimming, cycling, and skating.
Add strength training exercises a couple
of times a week and gently stretch your muscles at least two or
three times a week to help prevent weakness, stiffness, bone loss,
and falls.
Take Charge!
Taking charge of your own medical history and lifestyle is your
right! You don't have to become Dr. Know-it-all, but researching
specific areas of health that pertain to your own conditions is
a smart move.
Researching the natural remedies in addition
to what your doctor advises giving you more choices, as well as
natural healing options. Getting a second opinion from additional
health care professionals is important as well.
You have the right to all your medical records
and eyeglass or contact lens prescriptions. You are entitled to
all copies of lab results, immunization records, and imaging studies.
Keep them filed at home in an organized manner. Keep a record of
up-to-date medications and doses for your files as well as carrying
this list with you at all times.
By feeding your body and mind the best foods
and nutrients possible not only will you have more energy, your
body will be stronger and your mind sharper. The tips in this report
are the first steps on the route toward a healthier life.
About The Author: Bernie Dozier writes
articles on many topics including Health, Hebal, and Beauty
http://herbal-health-beauty.com/
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