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Diet and Inflammation

Diet and Inflammation

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Is your body cranky coming out of winter? Chronic inflammation is the common cause. Symptoms include: fatigue, body pain, anxiety, gastro upset, persistent infections. Quickest treatment is to spring clean your diet. Spring is ripe with a variety of healthy vegetables and fruits; many boosts impressive nutrient to quiet inflammation. According to the American Dietary Association eating followings foods can ease symptoms of chronic inflammation in our bodies.  Food is literally our fuel. Eat better for a strong, long-term immune…

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Decoding Labels

Decoding Labels

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According to the American Pharmaceutical Association learning what you ARE getting and what you ARE NOT getting with supplements may be life saving. Be aware of top 3 claims: “improves memory”, “whole-food formula”, and “FDA Registered”. Health Claims:  take with a large dose of skepticism. Supplement manufactures CANNOT claims that the product will either prevent or treat disease. Watch for “promote or boost” on label. FDA Registered: means the facility where the product is produced is registered with the FDA….

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10 Superfoods

10 Superfoods

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The average adult in the U.S, gets almost 60% of daily calories from industrially produced fast and frozen foods. Here are 10 real food superstars, recommended by Nutrition Action, for better health. Sweet Potatoes are a great source of carotenoids, fiber and potassium. Mangos have Vitamin C, A fiber and potassium. Plain Greek Yogurt has twice the protein of ordinary yogurt and can be sweeten with fruit. Broccoli is loaded with Vit C, K and folates, so steam or roast….

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4 Simple Snacking Strategies

4 Simple Snacking Strategies

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Snacking can be become an integral part of your healthy diet. Adults don’t often get enough water, protein, potassium, magnesium and Vit Bs in their daily diet. Snacks should not be confused with sugary treats. Instead choose foods that are a mix of healthy carbs, fats and protein. Delayed Breakfast. You are not into breakfast when you get up? Think of your midday snack, as delayed breakfast to include a source of whole grains, protein, and fats. Whole wheat toast…

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Eye Q’s

Eye Q’s

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Let’s take a “Look” at how well you are protecting your vision! Our eyesight changes as we move through the years and we need to do all we can to protect it the best we can.  Wear sunglasses, marked UV protection, that block out ultraviolet rays. Quit smoking, which increases the risk of eye diseases. Studies show smokng increases the risk of age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy and “Dry Eye Syndrome”. Eat nutritious foods that support eye…

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6 Olympian Tricks

6 Olympian Tricks

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See if you can incorporate some of the tips that all Olympians incorporate into every day. Something is better than nothing.   Do “something” every day that gets your blood flowing. Prioritize Sleep. Optimize your sleep, set a regular routine. Your State of Mind Matters. Stay focused on the things you CAN control, like including exercise in your day. Make protein a Part of Every Meal.  50 grams divided by every meal. Keep sugars and salt to a minimum. Stick to…

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Winter Energy Boosters

Winter Energy Boosters

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The cold and darker days of winter means we are out less in sunlight. Less sunlight means lower Vitamin D levels. According to Journal of Preventive Cardiology lower Vitamin D levels means lower body fitness. Balance Your Eating: Maintain an even blood sugar level, space meals 5 hours apart. Practice the “good plate method” means 1/3 protein ( 50 grams a day)  1/3 carbs and 1/3 vegetables. Eat Right: Eating energy boosting Vit D foods like fish, yogurt, and vitamin…

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Pre-Diabetes Red Flags

Pre-Diabetes Red Flags

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Prediabetes happens when the body cells can no longer respond to insulin supplied. Do you have? Abdominal Fat is the greatest risk: Visceral (abdominal) fat hinders the processing of insulin. Keep waistline under 35” for women under 40” for men. Increased Thirst: Blood glucose (sugar) draws water from all the body’s tissues. The sense of thirst is there and unquenched. Dry Itchy Skin: With blood glucose drawing moisture from skin leaving it prone to itch and cracking. Blurred vision: High…

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Energize for the Season

Energize for the Season

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The Busy Season has arrived. December is the month you need to pace yourself to enjoy. Start by thinking energize. Here are some tips to motivate and energize. Get out of the house. The fresh air and sunshine offer mood-boosting effects and are a good source of Vitamin D. Try something new. Try something new or even adventuresome or totally new, food, friends or entertainment. Involve friends and family. Energizing with others, is a “twofer” sharing your joy with someone…

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Vitamin D # 1

Vitamin D # 1

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Vitamin D is the hormone produced by the body when skin is exposed to UVB rays from the sun. As we return to humanity, we MUST support our immune system, or the littlest germ will have us Down and Out. Vitamin D is classified as a fat-soluble vitamin. 5000 Units per day is recommended. That means that the Vitamin D you make and consume from foods and dietary supplements is stored in fat tissue for later use. Without enough Vitamin…

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