Why Should You Walk?

We know we need activity-exercise in our lives! But what kind of exercise? Most experts agree that we need Aerobic (Cardio), Strength,  Balance and Flexibility. Many people emphasize only one type of exercise—like Aerobic or Strength, but to stay strong and healthy, incorporate all four into your life.

In this Blog article, let’s discuss Aerobic, or Cardio, Exercise.  These could include, walking, running, swimming, biking, dancing – actually anything that will get your heart rate up and cause you to breathe harder. Even such activities as playing with your children or working in your yard could be part of your Aerobic activity. Web MD reports that walking can lower your risk of heart attacks and strokes. It is also good for those who have type 2 Diabetes. If you have Arthritis, walking strengthens your leg and core muscles. As your strengthened muscles do more of the work, your joints will hurt less. Walking is also a weight bearing exercise and those of us with osteopenia or osteoporosis need to consider walking to strengthen our bones.

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Would You Know If Someone Was Having A Stroke?

As I was scrolling through my Facebook feed today, I saw information shared by one of my friends on the signs of a stroke. Would I recognize the signs or know what to do if one of my friends or family was having a stroke? Would you?

I read the article, did a little more research and have compiled basic information we all need to know. Please read and share this information with everyone you know.

If you suspect someone is having a stroke act F.A.S.T.

 F – FACE DROOPING—Has the person’s face fallen on one side—ask the person to smile. Ask them to stick their tongue out—does it go to either side?

A – ARM WEAKNESS—Ask the person to raise both arms

S – SPEECH DIFFICULTY—Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence

T –  TIME TO CALL—If you see even one of these signs, call 911 immediately.

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Shape Up In 2018!

One easy weight loss trick I learned years ago is to eat at least 5 fruits/vegetables in a day. Think about a typical day for you. Do you sometimes get to the end of a day and have included few, if any, fruits or vegetables in your diet? When I realize that is happening to me, I have to re-evaluate my eating habits. Adding at least 5 servings is a healthy thing to do and it fills me up…so hopefully I won’t eat so many of the empty calorie snacks.

Here are some great reasons to start eating more fruits and vegetables:

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Shape Up By Making Small Changes

 

It’s that time of the year! About now we begin realizing we have gained some pounds because of all the eating we do between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Whether you need to lose 10 pounds, 25, 50 or more – it is time to start eating healthy and lose those pounds. Why do you want to lose weight? Is it for your appearance—so your clothes will fit comfortably again—or is it for your health?

Here are a few tips—and we will include more motivational tips in next week’s email:Incorporate strength and cardio training into your daily routine. You need both to tone muscles and rev up your metabolism. Do exercises to work your largest muscle (butt muscles—glutes) and your abs (for that flat belly). One thing that can derail your efforts is an injury so be sure to warm up before every exercise session. Use a tracker and you will tend to challenge yourself and increase your normal activity. I even have a tracker on my phone that measures steps taken in a day. Aim for 10,000 steps. Is that way more than you are now walking? Start where you are now and add 1000 steps. Challenge yourself and try to increase your goal each week.

Drink your water—some experts say to drink ½ of your body weight in ounces. If you weight 140—that will be 70 ounces of water a day. Did you know that many of us walk round in a state of dehydration most of the time? If you are increasing your physical activity, it is important to stay hydrated. And drink a glass of water before eating a meal—it really works!!

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Exhausted from Not Sleeping?


When is the last time you had a good night’s sleep and woke up refreshed? For some of us problems sleeping are an occasional things—for others it is almost every night. There are so many reasons we experience sleep problems, but the bottom line is that not getting enough restful sleep does more than leave you feeling tired and worn out…and sometimes a little grumpy!

 

Here are some important reasons you must get sleep:

Driving without enough sleep can cause accidents. I recently started on a trip where I would be doing all the driving for two days. A few hours into the first day, I got so sleepy that nothing was working to wake me up. I tried running the air conditioner on really cold and blowing on me—playing lively music—stopping for food and walking around. Nothing was working!! Thankfully I had the good sense to pull into a rest stop just to rest for 15 minutes. I woke up 1 ¼ hours later.

Lake of sleep also causes more work related accidents and impairs attention, alertness, concentration, reasoning, and problem solving. It makes you more forgetful and can affect judgement.

Chronic sleep loss puts you at a great risk for many health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke and diabetes. There are other studies that show those who sleep less than 6 hours a night are almost 30% more likely to be obese than those who sleep 7-9 hours.  Sleep loss seems to stimulate appetite!! (Web MD). From personal experience, I know the nights I struggle to sleep are nights I snack more often…and not necessarily on the good, healthy foods I should be eating!

If you are convinced that you are having problems with sleeping—whether it is every night or occasionally—it might be time to consider a natural supplement like Perfect Sleep. Perfect Sleep by UltaLife is the natural sleep aid you can count on to deliver a full night’s sleep WITHOUT the waking up in a fog or groggy. You’ll fall asleep fast, stay asleep and when it’s time to get up, you won’t feel like a zombie, you’ll wake up refreshed, clear headed, focused and ready to start your day. Plus, you won’t have bad dreams or night terrors like many experience with sleeping pills or even benadryl.

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Family Recipes: Cranberry Relish

You will never buy a can of Cranberry Sauce after your make this Cranberry Relish. It is perfect during the holidays with ham and turkey….actually if is good with any meals.

It contains wonderful, fresh ingredients—cranberries, oranges, apples, pineapple and nuts. Make it today and enjoy for Thanksgiving and Christmas and…..!

Cranberry Relish

1 package whole cranberries, raw

2 apples, unpeeled

2 oranges, unpeeled

1 small can crushed pineapple

1 cup chopped nuts

2 – 2 3/4 cups sugar (start with just 2 cups)

1 teaspoon red food coloring

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Do You Want Silky, Shiny Hair?

Remember how your hair was as a child? Do you want that same terrific, shiny, healthy hair? Of course, we all do—men and women alike! If I am having a bad hair day, it tends to affect my mood all day!! When I meet people, their hair is one of the first things I notice.

Now that winter is almost here and the weather is changing, your hair needs more loving care. So here is my recommendation. Use a good quality Shampoo and Conditioner—then follow up with our Beaux Noggins Leave In Conditioner. It is for those looking for a hair care conditioner that has natural ingredients and is saturated with essential vitamins and minerals that help heal scalp, add sheen, luster and shine while fighting frizz and restoring hair back to proper health. BEAUX NOGGINS LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER SPRAY is NOT GREASY. Works AMAZING to eliminate STATIC with NO build-up, gunky or sticky feel. It’s the BEST THERE IS. Once you try it you will NEVER want to be without it.

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Family Recipes: Easy Macaroni and Cheese

This recipe was shared with me 30 years ago. I have made it many times and shared it with many friends. It is as simple as making a boxed macaroni and cheese—but so much better. It is so quick to assemble—don’t cook the macaroni! Put in it the casserole uncooked.

 

 

EASY MACARONI AND CHEESE

3 tablespoons butter

2 ½ cups uncooked macaroni

½ teaspoon salt

Dash pepper

½ pound shredded sharp cheddar cheese (I use a little more)

1 quart milk
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Family Recipes: Green Bean Casserole 3 Ways

Who doesn’t love Green Bean Casserole with those crunchy onion rings on top. And it is so easy to make!! It originally developed in 1955 in the Campbell’s Kitchens by Dorcas Reilly and a team of home economists as an “easy recipe featuring a few simple ingredients”. Did you know that 25-30% of all Campbell’s Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup is sold in the month of November? Seems like lots of us enjoy this simple casserole for Thanksgiving!

All recipes can be made with canned green beans, frozen green beans or fresh green beans (just snap and cook them until tender before continuing with the recipes). Add milk, french fried onion rings and just a few ingredients for a simple casserole your family will enjoy.

Here is the original Green Bean Casserole:

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans cut green beans, drained
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (2.8 ounce) can French fried onions
  • salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium casserole dish mix together green beans, milk, cream of mushroom soup, and 1/2 of the can of onions

Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until heated through and bubbly. Sprinkle remaining onions over the top, and return to the oven for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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How about a slight variation to that original recipe? Cheesy Green Bean Casserole

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Family Recipes: Jackie’s Chicken Chili

When I find a great new recipe, I love to share it with our friends. This recipe for Chicken Chili came from my friend’s daughter, Jackie. Since it was shared with me, I have made it numerous times.

I love soups and stews anytime of the year, but especially in the fall and winter. This is one recipe you will love. It is SUPER EASY to make and cooks in the crockpot all day. Perfect for busy days when you still want to server your family a filling, nutritious meal.

 

 

 

Jackie’s Chicken Chili

2 or 3 boneless chicken breasts
15 oz can cannellini beans (drained)
15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
15 oz can corn (drained)
15 oz can chili beans (do not drain)
28 oz can diced tomatoes
8 oz tomato sauce
1 large onion, diced
1 chili seasoning packet (or taco seasoning packet)
1-2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and Pepper to taste

Place chicken breasts in crockpot

 

 

 

Combine other ingredients and pour over chicken

 

 

 

Cook on low 8-10 hours. Remove chicken and shred with 2 forks. Add shredded chicken back to chili .

 

 

Serve in bowls topped with sour cream or cheese.

Try it soon! It will be perfect (and to enjoy) to make in these next months that are so busy. Your family will think you worked for a long time preparing this delicious chili for them.

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