50 to 60 percent of the dementia research going on today is on prevention. Much of that research is moving towards inflammation process and the immune response. Those are things that we can improve in our everyday lives. Stay Busy. Move each day! Engage in a routine including social interest and some form of physical fitness. There are many tracking devices that can register your 5000-10,000 steps a day. Start slow and work up. Try something new, every day. The…
The “adrenal fatigue” theory suggests that prolonged exposure to stress will drain the adrenals leading to a lowering the cortisol levels need on a daily basis. The adrenal depletion appears to cause feeling tired, “gray,” and having fatigue that doesn’t get better with sleep. Foggy brain and craving salty and sweet snacks, low energy, depressive mood, salt and sweet cravings, lightheadedness, and other vague symptoms. Your body’s immune system responds by revving up when you’re under stress. Your adrenal glands,…
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…
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….
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…