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The microbes that live in your gut actually influence your feelings and behaviors. The sensations such as “trust your gut”, “gut-wrenching”, “butterflies in your stomach”, and “your gut feeling” are all based on science. Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria and other microbes that directly communicate with your brain along the gut-brain axis, also known as the vagus nerve. We initially thought the brain was doing most of the talking in this relationship, but new gut microbiome research…

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Getting a good night’s sleep is the healthiest habit to incorporate into your life.  The amount and quality of sleep affect your entire being. The best way to know if you are getting enough sleep is to check how you feel when you wake up and then in midafternoon. Good sleep averages 7-9 hours allowing the brain to get 2-3 hours of REM sleep During REM (rapid eye movement), your brain is most active, getting into the sorting and organizational…

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Falls brings slow cooking. Think whole grains, bringing anti-aging benefits.  The entire kernel of grain must be listed to qualify as “whole grain”. If there is just “germ and bran “it means these are “refined whole grains”, so the bulk of the fiber, iron and nutrients are removed. Freekeh is a type of grain that is harvested young and is usually sold roasted and cracked, giving it a smokey flavor and is one of the highest in protein, with 8…

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We grow up with our own good and bad bacterial/viral ratio in our bodies.  Our immune system does the job of supporting the good and fighting the bad, always seeking balance. Our immune systems are under STRESS. Here are ways to engage your immune system. We need to rev it up. .  Follow these basics to engage your immune system in seeking immunity balance. Don’t smoke, as it clogs up our lung filtering system. Exercise, help keep the joints fluid,…

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According to both occupational and physical therapist doing  rehab for stroke patients, using the “other side” that awakens and strengthens the neural connections in the brain, and may even grow new ones.   The human brain is an organ that improves through mental stimulation. The brain continuously adapts, grows, and rewires itself through the growth of new neurons. Results show why physical exercise improves a body’s functioning and grows mental muscles It has been determined that creativity of the non-dominate brain is…

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“A heart-healthy diet alone can reduce heart disease risk by 30%, “says Dr. Walter Willet Chairman of Nutrition and Public Health at” Harvard. Best success happens by focusing on overall dietary patterns”. Redesign your plate.  Fill your plate with heart-protective foods. Make vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, and beans the centerpiece of your meal. You can also move to a smaller size plate. Think meat as a condiment. This means eating beef, poultry, and pork occasionally in the 3–4-ounce range,…

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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…

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