Fiber is perhaps the most important nutrition element for the maintenance of our body function. That is why we cannot go on a total no-carb diet because fiber is classified as a carbohydrates. Fiber helps anything from the heart to digestion. It also helps in controlling cholesterol.
Get to know your fiber requirement along with more valuable information on fiber.
Monday, December 8, 2014
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Pump Of Life
Needless to say that if your heart stops beating, you're dead. It is truly the pump of life as it circulates blood throughout our bodies. It is the main organ that needs care and maintenance to keep us in top form.
There are seven lifestyle factors that will reduce your chances of heart disease.
-Get active. You should strive to do at least 30 minutes of daily moderate physical activity. A brisk walk, five times per week, can be the minimal.
- Control cholesterol (lower than 200 mg/dL). If you are on medications, be sure you get monitored by your doctor.
- Eat better. I've discussed this often on this blog. The important thing is to cut the fats, salts and sugars and increase fiber, protein and potassium to mention a few.
- Manage blood pressure (lower than 120/80 mm Hg).
- Lose weight (achieve a normal BMI).
- Reduce blood sugar (fasting glucose below 100).
- Stop smoking. This should be number one on a healthy heart list. If you never smoked, don't start.
We should always try to maintain an overall healthy lifestyle and the heart is ground zero to your well being.
There are seven lifestyle factors that will reduce your chances of heart disease.
-Get active. You should strive to do at least 30 minutes of daily moderate physical activity. A brisk walk, five times per week, can be the minimal.
- Control cholesterol (lower than 200 mg/dL). If you are on medications, be sure you get monitored by your doctor.
- Eat better. I've discussed this often on this blog. The important thing is to cut the fats, salts and sugars and increase fiber, protein and potassium to mention a few.
- Manage blood pressure (lower than 120/80 mm Hg).
- Lose weight (achieve a normal BMI).
- Reduce blood sugar (fasting glucose below 100).
- Stop smoking. This should be number one on a healthy heart list. If you never smoked, don't start.
We should always try to maintain an overall healthy lifestyle and the heart is ground zero to your well being.
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Health Journal 14
For every hour you sit, get up and move for 5 minutes. That should be a new rule of thumb to reverse arterial damage, just for starters. Problems from sitting for long periods can affect other parts of the body. Consider the toll from sitting on your lower back. I just went and got my mail and walked up 15 flights of stairs and I still go workout regularly.
In case you haven't noticed, or are in complete denial, the Holidays are at our door...again! It's a time to indulge, live unhealthy, gain weight, and try to reconcile with the culminating New Year's resolution to get healthy again. There really is nothing wrong with overindulging as long as it doesn't interfere with putting in your 'healthy' time. Start by watching your portion control. Next continue to exercise. Tips can be found here and here.
While I'm at it, I would like to draw your attention on TOO MUCH of a good thing when it comes to a healthy lifestyle. Sometimes too much healthy can have an opposite affect. Although I try to live as healthy as possible, my true success comes from occasionally crossing over to the unhealthy lifestyle. The key is to always return to a healthy routine IMMEDIATELY! I'll have the occasionally ice cream or cake, but next day I'll hit the gym and eat healthier.
Nutrition and activity play a part in preventing cancer. Speaking of nutrition, I have increased the days that I go meatless. My record is 7 days straight without meat.
How to maximize your grocery budget while still eating healthy sounds like a needed plan!
In case you haven't noticed, or are in complete denial, the Holidays are at our door...again! It's a time to indulge, live unhealthy, gain weight, and try to reconcile with the culminating New Year's resolution to get healthy again. There really is nothing wrong with overindulging as long as it doesn't interfere with putting in your 'healthy' time. Start by watching your portion control. Next continue to exercise. Tips can be found here and here.
While I'm at it, I would like to draw your attention on TOO MUCH of a good thing when it comes to a healthy lifestyle. Sometimes too much healthy can have an opposite affect. Although I try to live as healthy as possible, my true success comes from occasionally crossing over to the unhealthy lifestyle. The key is to always return to a healthy routine IMMEDIATELY! I'll have the occasionally ice cream or cake, but next day I'll hit the gym and eat healthier.
Nutrition and activity play a part in preventing cancer. Speaking of nutrition, I have increased the days that I go meatless. My record is 7 days straight without meat.
How to maximize your grocery budget while still eating healthy sounds like a needed plan!
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
New Salt Study
A new study questions the need to watch our salt intake. Apparently unless you are over 55, have high blood pressure, or are obese, daily salt intake can range between 3000-6000 milligrams. I unfortunately have 2 out of the 3, so I'll continue to monitor my salt intake.
The third page of the article lists the importance of potassium in lowering blood pressure. It also lists potassium rich foods that I eat a lot of.
The third page of the article lists the importance of potassium in lowering blood pressure. It also lists potassium rich foods that I eat a lot of.
Monday, August 18, 2014
Symptoms Not To Ignore
Men are often guilty of ignoring symptoms that can kill them. Cancer can only be beaten if it is caught early and is given proper treatment.
When I first saw a symptom, I was in shock and began rationalizing it. There was no pain and I questioned if I saw what I saw. Lucky for me I got checked out early enough to treat my bladder cancer which is in remission.
Men should learn the symptoms they should never ignore. It can be a matter of life or death.
When I first saw a symptom, I was in shock and began rationalizing it. There was no pain and I questioned if I saw what I saw. Lucky for me I got checked out early enough to treat my bladder cancer which is in remission.
Men should learn the symptoms they should never ignore. It can be a matter of life or death.
Sunday, August 17, 2014
Your DVT Risk
Are you at risk of developing a blood clot? Known as Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot that can become loose and travel in the blood stream reaching a lung. Certain conditions may put you at a higher risk of developing DVT.
The conditions that put one at risk are cancer, heart health, pregnancy and obesity. There are also certain health factors that put you at risk such as trauma, surgery, inflammation, estrogen, catheters and pacemakers.
Those at risk should work closely with their doctor to monitor any blood clot.
The conditions that put one at risk are cancer, heart health, pregnancy and obesity. There are also certain health factors that put you at risk such as trauma, surgery, inflammation, estrogen, catheters and pacemakers.
Those at risk should work closely with their doctor to monitor any blood clot.
Monday, August 11, 2014
Health Alert-Colgate Total Users
I use Colgate Total toothpaste and am pleased with the results. My biggest oral issue is tartar and this toothpaste is a wonder compared to the whiteners and sensitive targeting toothpastes. So why should I worry?
I stopped using ANTI-BACTERIAL soaps because they contain triclosan. This chemical has been linked to cancer-cell growth and disrupted development in animals. It was founds in my hand soaps and dish detergents which I have now discontinued by making sure triclosan is not found in these products.
So now I find that it is in my oral hygiene toothpaste of choice? More importantly, why is Colgate defending it as safe?
All I can say is that I want in on this lawsuit!
I stopped using ANTI-BACTERIAL soaps because they contain triclosan. This chemical has been linked to cancer-cell growth and disrupted development in animals. It was founds in my hand soaps and dish detergents which I have now discontinued by making sure triclosan is not found in these products.
So now I find that it is in my oral hygiene toothpaste of choice? More importantly, why is Colgate defending it as safe?
All I can say is that I want in on this lawsuit!
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