Resveratrol is “a natural antioxidant compound found in some plants, seeds, and fruits, including grapes and grape-derived products such as red wine. Resveratrol is a polyphenol that has been found to potentially improve health and well-being in laboratory studies from around the globe.” Source: http://zerbee.myshaklee.com/us/en/products.php?sku=21200 When we look at natural supplements to help us fight aging, […]
There are different levels of physical activity. From daily walking to intense exercise or competitive sports, we all have nutrition needs. You may need more protein if you work out more than average, and you will definitely need to hydrate your body properly to have the fuel you need to get through your activity. Your
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There is record breaking heat for long stretches this summer across the United States, and that brings the risk for dehydration and the consequences that can result from it. It’s important to keep your body hydrated, and electrolytes can help. Fluids will help maintain your normal body temperature and deliver energy and nutrients to your
Yesterday on the Today Show I watched an interview with an author who wrote the book, “Stuff Your Face or Face Your Stuff,” about weight loss that is based on getting rid of all your extra stuff. It does sort of make sense if you like to theme things in your life. In this case,
Senior citizens have been getting online in record numbers. There are classes or individual instruction to help those who are new to the world wide web access information that can be helpful, educational or entertaining. When it comes to senior services, there’s a lot of information and links to services that can help newly retired
I read articles about delaying dementia with brain training and that discuss how longevity is controlled by the brain. Current research on the brain and aging is not only fascinating, but essential because of how many people are getting some form of dementia or Alzheimer’s. It is a scary and devastating illness. There have been
I always thought it was funny when you say to someone that they can live till 100 years old and they laugh at you and say they would never want to do that. Why not? Is it because you associate growing old with getting sick. Or having more aches and pains. Or simply thinking that
Did you know that setting goals can help your life run smoother, help you eliminate stress, and help you feel a whole lot better about yourself and the direction your life is going. What are some tips to help you set goals? Be Specific When You Set Goals Make Goals Measurable Make Goals Achievable Make
Wellness from the eyes of a college student! Guest post today by Kelly Vann. Growing up with two sisters, I understood the “sharing” thing. One of the first things my mom taught us was not to share cups. My sisters and I each had our own cup, pink, blue and yellow. No matter where we
If you have reached your magic number, congratulations! That number represents the days, weeks, months you have spend counting, measuring or portioning the perfect amount of calories. It doesn’t stop here. When it comes to a healthy, happy, and in your case skinny, lifestyle, dieting isn’t a life long fix. Our bodies cannot survive long
