We have all done what we can to soothe ourselves over this last year of stress. It may have been increasing our chocolate intake, binge watching Netflix, even going into hibernation. Here are some things to try as we spring into the world to recapture our humanity. Pay attention to your smile. Smiling is a mood booster Make that appointment with your dentist for an oral checkup and teeth cleaning. Now as we are unmasking flash those pearly whites. share…
With so much time spent looking at our phones, tablets and computers our eyes are at risk. Try the following these tips to prevent problems. Consider your eyes the gateway to your world. Protect and develop skills to prevent eye strain. 1. Eat Well Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and vitamins C and E in a well balanced diet 2. Quit Smoking Smoking makes you more likely to get cataracts damage to your optic nerve, and more susceptible to…
Over 50,000 deaths were attributed falls in 2020. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and no-fatal injuries in the over 65 population. Keep yourself out of these statistics by doing the following: Attend to your environment. Check rugs, low lighting, and pets (may need to be restrained). Wear well-fitting, low heeled, non-slip shoes both indoors and outdoors. Work on strength. Strengthen your leg, hip (gluteal) and calf muscles. These are the muscles you need to catch you fall. Better…
The pandemic caused tele-health visits to increase into the 100’s of millions. Telehealth is here to stay. Prepare to get the most out of a tele-health visit. 1.Determine with your doctor’s office, that a tele-health call is appropriate for you. 2. Be prepared to provide your doctor with information, they may need to give you to develop your plan of care, lab values you question, change in B/P, change in weight, decrease in output? 3.Have all your current information in…
If you seem to be dragging through every day, it may be time to reconsider your point of view. Start by thinking energize, not exercise. Here are some tips to reignite your motivation and start to energize. Get out of the house. By walking, biking, swimming or yoga in the fresh air and sunshine offers mood boosting effects and good source of Vitamin D. Try something new. Try something new or even adventuresome or totally new: water aerobics, Tai Chi,…
A good night’s rest has never been more necessary, yet harder to achieve! Try these tweaks for your evening routine and sleeping quarters to get the good night’s rest you crave. Give your belly a break. Experts recommend staying away from food 3-4 hours before bedtime. Ease into bedtime. Build a wind-down routine to prepare for a good night’s sleep. Turn off the screens. No TV, computer, iPad, or phone screens, as they suppress melatonin hormone necessary for sleep. Turn…
Spring is ripe with a variety of healthy vegetables and fruits; many boast impressive nutrient profiles. Take some time to spring clean your diet. According to many health experts eating food, that include the following, to be your food/fuel, can ease symptoms of chronic disease and inflammation in our bodies. Food is literally our fuel. Eat better for a strong, long-term immune boost. So, spring clean your diet over the next the next months, include, as many of these foods,…
Small things, big impact. Nutrition and other lifestyle measures influence immune strength and susceptibility to infectious diseases. Now, more than ever, there is every reason to put what we do know about foods and immune defenses to use. While we have been such good hand washer, anti-bacterial wipers and door knob cleaners our immune system has had nothing to do. Start to power you up! Sunflower seeds are a rich source of vitamin E and nutrients. The small crunchy seeds…
As we begin to peek out of the pandemic, let’s try to refabricate our lives. Random acts of kindness will give your spirit a healthy boost! Studies show that acts of kindness create an emotional warmth, reduces blood pressure, increases oxytocin which is known as a “cardioprotective” hormone. It is proven that when you are kind to others, you feel good as a person. Do random acts of kindness for others and reap the benefits for your heart, reduce anxiety,…
How often have we heard the phrase “timing is everything”? It has long been understood that what and how you eat affects your overall health. Recent research has been focusing on when you eat. The new term is metabolic switching, which is when the body goes into “fasting mode” and begins using body fat, as fuel. Metabolic switching or intermittent fasting, as it is sometimes called, slows the body’s use of insulin. Metabolic switching signals the body to activate maintenance…