Give Yourself the Gift of Better Health This New Year

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With the new year quickly approaching, there is no better gift one can give themselves than the gift of better health. If you’ve fallen short in that area in the past, you’re not alone. Many people have good intentions about getting into shape and adopting a healthier lifestyle come the new year.

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Open Your Gift!

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Don’t you just love to see all the beautifully wrapped presents under the Christmas tree? Or how about the ones you receive for your birthday? Some people are masters at creating the most beautiful packages, aren’t they? When you see a gift, beautifully wrapped and decorated, does it benefit you? As long as it is sitting on a table or under the Christmas tree, you can’t derive any benefits or pleasure from it…other than maybe appreciating the wrappings.

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No More Complaining and See Your Life Change!

A CHALLENGE—but one that will bring about incredible changes in your life! Learn to live a life of positivity!! We are asking you to do this for 30 days—don’t give up and stop after the first few days. Do it for 30 days and see the changes in your whole life.

For the duration of this Challenge (and hopefully ever after) you’re going to give up ALL criticism, complaining and critical comments.

Each time you catch yourself making a critical comment or complaint (which is probably more often than you realize right now)…STOP and REPLACE that  criticism with something GOOD.

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How to Beat Stress One Healthy Habit at a Time

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Stress is unavoidable. How you deal with it, however, is the key to a happier, healthier life. You may not be able to completely eliminate stress from your life, but you can certainly loosen its grip on your life.

Here are some stress-busting tips you can try right away:

  • Use exercise as a stress reliever. The neurotransmitters in your brain are affected positively when you exercise. Studies have found that people who exercise more during periods of high stress show fewer physical symptoms than those engaged in physical activity less.
  • Get outdoors. The natural world helps lower cortisol, a stress hormone. Find somewhere beautiful to go for a walk or take pictures. You can even bring your dog along with you or ask a friend if they want to spend some time with you. This allows you to make the most of your time without pressure.
  • Breathe deeply. Shallow breathes prevents your body from oxygenating the way it should. When you breathe deep, you’re benefiting your nervous system and correcting imbalances internally and energetically. Take a few seconds to breathe in deeply, hold your breath, and exhaling. It feels good, doesn’t it?
  • Do what you love. You’ve got to make time for yourself and the things that you love to do. It’s easy to get caught up in To Do Lists. Instead, give yourself the freedom to explore, engage, create, and learn.

Give stress the boot once and for all. Follow the advice listed above for a happier, healthier life altogether. By learning how to manage stress now, you avoid it negatively impacting your health in the future.

As part of an active lifestyle, buy the supplements that you need to remain strong and healthy from Ultalife. We carry a wide range of products for both men and women that improve how your body and mind function. You’ll find that taking some of our more popular supplements adds to your overall well-being.

Bad Mood Buster Burns Fat

WHAT IS 5-HTP? 5 HTP is a natural mood enhancer that helps you naturally feel good. 5 HTP is a building block of serotonin, the “feel good” neurotransmitter that regulates our moods, sleep cycles and even how we respond to pain. 5 HTP is an amino acid derived from the seeds of the African plant Griffonia Simplicifolia which naturally helps regulate mood swings, ease anxiety & stress, improves sleep patterns, helps emotional eating and many find it helps to ease painful headaches and fibromyalgia, too. UltaLife’s 5-HTP Formula is a your all-natural, non-habit forming bad mood buster that’s safe and effective for daily use.

I used to think 5 HTP was used just for weight control until I began doing some research and even reading reviews for UltaLIfe’s 5 HTP. WOW! It is so much more than just a weight control supplement. The Amazon Reviews are fantastic. 5 STARS is the highest rating. The average for our 5 HTP is 4.7!! Can’t get much better than that! Check it out for yourself!!
“5-HTP works in the brain and central nervous system by increasing the production of the chemical serotonin. Serotonin can affect sleep, appetite, temperature, sexual behavior, and pain sensation. Since 5-HTP increases the synthesis of serotonin, it is used for several diseases where serotonin is believed to play an important role including depression, insomnia, obesity, and many other conditions.” –WEB MD

The biggest thing that grabbed my attention was the connection between sleeplessness and weight gain. I have been reading about that for months! People who have problems sleeping also tend to battle weight gain. So if 5 HTP helped you sleep better (and even control your weight), it would be SO WORTH IT to try this supplement.

My friend told me she cannot understand people who say when they get sick, they don’t want to eat—or when they are stressed, they just cannot eat!! Most of us eat when we are well or sick…happy or stressed. But we want to control our over-eating…our desire to eat whether we are hungry or not. We just need some help—a crutch to support us—we just need 5 HTP!

LOSE WEIGHT AND LOOK AS GOOD AS YOU’LL FEEL: 5-HTP is a natural appetite suppressant that also helps to control cravings, binge eating or emotional eating so you can lose weight. Plus, when YOU FEEL GOOD, weight loss is much easier because you have energy, you don’t feel fatigued, you’re not dealing with mood swings and you sleep better.

Remember to take as directed—for the full 30 days!! Don’t give up after a week or two. Natural supplements can take longer to build up in your system so always give them a full 30 days!!

Learn more about 5 HTP and all of our UltaLife products by going to ultalife.com or by visiting our Amazon store at http://www.Amazon.com/shops/ultalifeco

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Five Fabulous Fall Fitness Activities That You’ll Want to Try With Your Family

With the first signs of fall comes a level of excitement that many people can’t contain. Trading in the hot days of summer for cooler weather doesn’t seem like a compromise at all. In fact, many people tolerate fall conditions better than they do other seasons. If you happen to be one of them, you’re going want to be outdoors with your loved ones as often as possible this season.

Here are five fabulous fall fitness activities to try with your family:

  • Pick apples together at an orchard. This is far more physical than you can imagine. Not only are you walking and reaching, you’re also bending and carrying. Best of all, your reward at the end is a large supply of fresh apples to enjoy.
  • Go for a bicycle tour of your hometown. How many times have you passed by the same streets having never looked around to see what has changed? Get out on your bikes as a family and become a tourist in your own city. Take note of how different things look in fall compared to other seasons.
  • Take a walk and note the changes in the foliage. Choose a trail or pathway that is lined with trees. Pay attention to the different colors of leaves that you see. If compelled, take some pictures, and share them with family and friends on social media.
  • Visit a corn maze. See who can make it to the end first. Make sure to keep small children close by because it may take you a while to get through the maze.
  • Rake leaves together. Not only are you cleaning up the yard, you’re also getting in some exercise. You’ll burn calories and have a lot of fun outdoors with your kids.

Fall is a great time to be outdoors exercising. If you haven’t put much thought into the physical activities you’ll try this season, now is the perfect time to do just that. Use the list above to spark your imagination. The more you move now, the better chance you have of not gaining weight during the holidays because of the choices you made this fall.

Here are Some Ways to Boost Your Immune System

The body’s immune system consists of cells, tissues, and organs that work together harmoniously to protect you from illness and disease. Considered your greatest defense mechanism against infections and other intruders, it can be weakened by stress, dehydration, and poor diet. Some symptoms of a weak immune system include cravings for sweets, catching colds easily, and feeling tired or rundown.

A few of the ways that you boost your immune system is by:

  • Not smoking. Smoking increases the amount and severity of respiratory infections including pneumonia and bronchitis. If you have no idea how to give up tobacco, see if your employer has a smoking cessation program you can join.
  • Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Kiwifruit, blueberries, papayas, and grapefruit are among the foods you should eat if you want a strong immune system. So are carrots, cauliflower, mushrooms, and kale.
  • Moving your body. Exercise is your body’s greatest defense against disease. When paired with a healthy, immune-boosting diet, it’s unstoppable!
  • Maintaining a healthy weight. When your body is working optimally, it stands a better chance of fighting off illness and disease. Even carrying a few extra pounds on your body can increase your risk for diabetes and other diseases.
  • Taking a supplement. The Immune System Power Boost contains the vitamins, natural botanicals, and antioxidants needed to help you feel your best. The herbal formula is precisely what you need to further your efforts to boost your immune system quickly and effectively.

Strengthen your immune system and experience fewer instances of illness and absences from work or school. Take time to protect yourself from colds and viruses throughout the year. Take the advice listed above and give your immune system the boost that it needs to remain healthy today. By not smoking, eating a healthy and varied diet, exercising and maintaining a healthy weight, and taking a supplement, you strengthen your immune system successfully.

The Importance of Taking a Prenatal Vitamin While Pregnant

If you’re pregnant, congratulations! What a joy it is to bring a life into this world. If you haven’t had the experience before, you’re in for an exciting journey. That’s why it’s important to maintain your health and the health of your unborn child throughout the next nine months.

You’ll want to do everything you can to get good nutrition, enough exercise, and adequate rest. Adding a good prenatal vitamin to your daily diet provides you with a rich source of folic acid which helps your baby grow and develop. It also contains calcium (which helps the child’s teeth and bones to form), zinc, iron, and Vitamin D3.

The reason why folic acid is so important for newborns is that it prevents birth defects. The B vitamin is often oxidized which is why it’s not found in forms of fresh foods. If your diet is lacking folate, you’ll need to take a supplement right away. It ensures that you get the proper amount of folic acid needed for a safe pregnancy.

The recommended daily dose of folate is 0.4 mg for women of childbearing age. The CDC notes that women between the ages of 15 to 45 often experience unplanned pregnancies which is why they need folic acid in their diet. The centers also state that women who take folic acid prior to getting pregnant and during their first trimester reduce the risk of neural tube defects which affect the development of the baby’s spine by up to 70%.

If you aren’t already pregnant but consider carrying a child one day, start taking a supplement now and reduce the risk of birth defects. It’s something you can easily do right away. Prenatal Plus is easy to take, is made in the USA, and safe to use even after the baby is born and you are breastfeeding. Having a supplement that you can trust is essential during the months you spend pregnant and nursing your child. Your sources of nourishment are theirs, too.

Experience Greater Happiness by Slowing Down the Speed of Life

In today’s fast-paced society, you either adapt to the speed in which others live or get out of the way. For most, this means filling your schedule from morning, noon, and night with a frenzy of activity. Your To Do List increases in length at any given moment, leaving you feeling tired, confused, and depressed. It’s not the best approach to life by any means but it’s all you know.

If you’re caught up in the busyness of day-to-day living, it’s time to ask yourself what you’re trying to accomplish. If you’re spinning your wheels to avoid feeling bored, ask yourself what you’d do with a few extra hours each day. What could you do to give your life a greater feeling of satisfaction?

By slowing down and making time for the things that really matter in life, you gain a better sense of self and accomplishment. You feel less stress and more joy. If you’re the type of person who overcommits and runs from one appointment to the next with reckless abandon, it’s time to think about how that affects your health and overall well-being.

Stress can be avoided by making time to take care of yourself. That means giving yourself adequate time to rest and relax. It may mean giving up one or two activities a week but it ensures that you’ll be happier and healthier because of your decision.

One of the ways you can prevent yourself from feeling rundown is to include a spirulina supplement as part of your daily routine. Packed with powerful antioxidants, this superfood is one rich with vitamins, minerals, and even protein. If you want to avoid the tired feeling you get from having too much to do, make sure that you take the recommended serving amount while continuing to slow down the number of activities you take on in a given day.

Make Your Dreams Come True by Doing These Three Things

So, you’ve got a dream that’s bigger than you but you don’t know what to do to make it come true. You are not alone! There are a whole lot of dreamers out there but what separates the dreamers from the doers is action. If you want your dreams to become a reality, you need to start doing things today that put you one step closer to your dream.

It doesn’t matter if it’s a new career, a bigger home or a longer vacation that you aspire to achieve. One thing is certain. You need to make your dreams a priority so that they one day become a reality.

Here are three things you can do today to put yourself closer to your dreams:

  • Find someone else’s dream that inspires you. Use their success as motivation for achieving your own fantastic dreams. Think about what that person went through, what they gave up, their triumphs, and their failures. Know that you are not alone in your efforts.
  • Break down large goals into smaller, more manageable steps. Big goals are daunting. Rather than stress out because things aren’t happening quickly enough for you, break down your goals into smaller tasks. Feel your confidence soar each time you accomplish something.
  • Keep your eye on the prize. No matter what setbacks you face, don’t stop until you reach your dream. Surround yourself with supportive people that believe your dream has value. Take solace in knowing that some of the world’s most successful people experienced failure before they had success.

It’s been said that “A goal is a dream with a deadline.” What are you doing to make your dreams come true? If you aren’t taking action, start today and see how long it takes to get what you want and need in your life.