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5 Apr 0

Arthritis Remedies

Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease that can cause severe debilitating symptoms. Pain binds those with this common condition, and you can start at home with remedies to help with the pain and inflammation that characterize this condition.

Please review for the following article with Consumer Health Digest to get a breakdown on each remedy option:

https://www.consumerhealthdigest.com/joint-pain/7-home-remedies-for-arthritis-joint-pain.html

Connie

3 Apr 0

Ginger’s Amazing Benefits

Most people don’t come across ginger in their daily lives, but you’ll want to make it a part of your routine after you hear what ginger can do for you.

If you’re thinking you don’t know what ginger is, we beg to differ. You’ve probably come across this funky-looking root in the grocery store without even knowing it. And that pink stuff on your sushi platter? Ginger!

Ginger can do something positive for almost every part of your body – plus it’s downright delicious! Check out these 21 benefits you can get from including ginger in your daily diet.

http://tiphero.com/ginger-health-benefits/?utm_content=buffer09509&utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest.com&utm_campaign=buffer

Connie

2 Apr 0

Beginner’s Body Weight Workout

If you’re just getting started with exercise, this beginner friendly body weight workout routine is all you need. The exercises in this routine are easy and simple to follow and do. Learn more.

As always, consult your health professional before starting any exercise to ensure you are on the right track.

Perform all the exercises in circuit. Rest for up to 1 minute between sets. Do 10-12 reps each for a total of 3 sets. Please refer to the following link to get the proper technique to ensure you are doing each exercise correctly.

https://www.fitwirr.com/workout/plan/body-weight-exercises-level-1/

If your body feels fatigue during the workout, stop and take a break. There is no good in performing exercises incorrectly.

Once you are able to complete 3 sets, it’s time to move up to Bodyweight Workout Level 2.

There you have it! Your body is the only workout tool you need to get in shape.

What do you think of the workout? Did you enjoy it? Was it challenging enough for you? Leave us a comment below to let us know.

Connie

30 Mar 0

Healthy Easter Brunch Idea

Bunny Head Fresh Fruit Platter

Feeling bogged down with chocolate bunnies and candy coated eggs? I mean, they’ve been in the stores since mid-February now. With all of the treats and sweets, it’s nice to work some healthy alternatives into the Easter mix. A giant bunny head fruit platter is sure to bring a few smiles to the breakfast table or party table. No baking skills required and I’ll show you, step-by-step, how to create this fun fresh fruit display.

1 pineapple

1 pear

3 kiwi

18oz blueberries

6 oz raspberries

10 oz strawberries

The package of blueberries, raspberries and strawberries were from Costco, so they are the larger containers. Probably $25-$30 of fruit for the 12″x15″ platter with plenty to spare in a separate bowl.

Start by selecting your fruits. We chose strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, pineapple, kiwis, and pear. Wash and then slice/dice the strawberries, pineapple, kiwis and pear. Keep two larger rectangles of pear set aside to use for the bunny’s teeth. Start by taking the pineapple pieces and cup two circles together for the bunny’s cheeks. Then place two pear arches above the cheeks for the “whites of the eyes” (as seen below):

Place the kiwi in the shapes of bunny ears and place sliced strawberries for the “pink” inner ear:

Fill in the rest of the head with pineapple and outline the ears with more pineapple. Place blueberries for the large eye balls. Place a large raspberry for the nose. Place two large pieces of pear for the teeth. Fill in the background with remaining fruit.

The more contrast between fruit colors, the more the bunny head will pop from the fruit platter. String cheese seems to work the best to create the bunny’s whiskers. You could also slice a banana lengthwise to keep it all fruit. Keep in mind, bananas, apples and pears may start to brown if the platter is going to sit for several hours. To help keep these fruits from browning, dip them in cold water with lemon juice or slice under water.

Kids couldn’t wait to dive into this fruit platter.

http://www.worthpinning.com/2014/04/bunny-head-fresh-fruit-platter.html?m=1

Connie

29 Mar 0

10 Health Benefits of Omega 3’s

Omega 3 fatty acids are essential for your health, helping to improve brain function, metabolism and keeping your heart healthy. Two types of Omega 3 fat sources can be identified: one from plants (alpha-linoleic acid) and one from animals (eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid), the latter being the most beneficial for your health. Omega 3 fatty acids are known as polyunsaturated fats, which are extremely good for you and should be included more frequently in your diet.

However, plant based Omega 3 is also good for you and can be found in nuts, seeds and oils or oily spreads. The animal based fatty acids can be found in fish, squid and krill, which also includes fish and krill oil. Studies have highlighted the importance of getting sufficient Omega 3 fatty acids from your diet, or through supplementation as it helps to prevent multiple diseases and keeps you in a healthy condition.

How to include Omega 3s in your diet : The Institute of Food and Medicine has recommended that an adult female gets at least 1.1 grams of Omega 3 fatty acids per day and that an adult male gets at least 1.6 grams. Eating oily fish at least twice a week will meet this requirement, and if supplementing with Omega 3 capsules it’s important to follow the recommendations for dosage and directions.