Your Skin and the Aging Process
Zits. Brown spots. Sagging.
Forget PMS--now you can blame your hormones for bad skin, too.
Up until your 30th birthday, you lose about a million skin cells every 40 minutes. Sounds gross, but this desirable sloughing is actually what gives you the dewy skin that radiates youth, it's the reason young children reflect the light differently then older people. "For the first few decades, your epidermis renews itself every 30 days, but by the time you're 40, it takes about 45 days," says Dr. Kathy Fields, assistant clinical professor of dermatology at UCSF. Unfortunately, this shedding slowdown is a reflection of your body's gradual aging process. Long before menopause, the same hormonal production shifts that sap your fertility will start showing their signs on your face. But before you start stockpiling your pantry with soy and estrogen supplements (which may raise your risk of breast cancer because of their systemic effects), try treating your hormonal skin issues safely, from the outside in.
Breakout Role
Just as you may see a little thinning in your hairline or the slight shadow of a moustache, more blackheads and blemishes are a sign of aging. "About a third of women will get adult acne, usually in their early 30s, even if they didn't have breakouts when they were younger," says Beverly Hills dermatologist Dr. Stuart Kaplan. "Starting in your late 20s, estrogen levels decline faster than testosterone." Because testosterone is an androgenic hormone, it increases masculine qualities (hence the new facial hair) and boosts oil production, plugging your pores and causing blemishes. The difference between adult acne and the teenage type? Small red bumps (not painful, cystic pimples) are more common when you're older, according to Kaplan, and acne along the jawline or around the mouth are a telltale sign that you're dealing with a hormonal breakout. Going on the birth-control pill or spironolactone (a diuretic with antiandrogenic effects) will balance hormone levels and reduce breakouts. For a nonprescription approach, try combination acne-and-wrinkle-fighting formulas that gently keep skin clear without over-stripping.
Seeing Spots
Even if you haven't had a baby, brown, patchy melasma (aka the pregnancy mask) can appear if you take birth-control pills. "Estrogen turns on melanin pigment production, so being on the Pill can be a trigger," explains Fields. "If you're genetically prone to melasma, you'll have brown spots, even if you stop taking the Pill." Since pigment problems are notoriously difficult to treat, Fields recommends strict sun avoidance and a cocktail of antioxidants and sunscreen to keep dark dots at bay.
Dry Spell
Thyroid function naturally peters out over time, which means less hormone production overall. But many women are diagnosed as hypothyroid during or after pregnancy. "When your thyroid function is low, skin becomes dry and scaly," explains Miami dermatologist Dr. Fredric Brandt. He also notes that the epidermis starts losing moisturizing hyaluronic acid when you hit your late 20s. Since estrogen enhances hyaluronic acid production, declining estrogen levels mean less moisture. Kaplan describes the result: "Your skin becomes leathery and starts to crack like an old raincoat. The purpose of skin is to act like a barrier. As your face gets drier, it also gets more sensitive." The good news is that you can replenish hyaluronic acid topically. Sealing in serums with a cream will protect against irritation and further moisture loss.
Not to sound like a commercial for Sun:Soul, this product helps in more then just protecting your skin from UV rays.. But you now have to put on less chemical sunscreens and in turn reduce the outbreaks and dry skin issues.
I can give you plenty of reasons you should wear Sun:Soul, but one stands out more then all the others.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR SKIN, YOU WILL MISS IT WHEN IT'S NOT ABLE TO FUNCTION ANYMORE.
www.sunscreenwear.com
Portions of this article was found on WebMD
Feature from "Marie Claire" Magazine ~ By Ning Chao
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
SunScreen, the Myth
Part 1
After reading a ton of information on the subject I would like to pass a little ‘usable’ information to my readers.
The idea that sunscreen prevents cancer is a myth. It's a myth promoted by a profit-seeking tag-team effort between the cancer industry and the sunscreen industry. The sunscreen industry makes money by selling lotion products that actually contain cancer-causing chemicals. It then donates a portion of that money to the cancer industry through non-profit groups like the American Cancer Society which, in turn, run heart-breaking public service ads urging people to use sunscreen to "prevent cancer."
The scientific evidence, however, shows quite clearly that chemicals in sunscreen actually promotes cancer by blocking the body's absorption of ultraviolet radiation, which produces vitamin D in the skin. Vitamin D, as recent studies have shown, prevents up to 77 of ALL cancers in women (breast cancer, colon cancer, cervical cancer, lung cancer, brain tumors, multiple myeloma... you name it). Meanwhile, the toxic chemical ingredients used in most sunscreen products are actually carcinogenic and have never been safety tested or safety approved by the FDA. They get absorbed right through the skin (a porous organ that absorbs most substances it comes into contact with) and enter the bloodstream.
Ok so what are we going to do with this information?
1. Stop wearing sunscreen: Yes and no. you need to protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation so yes, stop using the non-organic sun protection. Switch to natural, organic and or Blocks. Remember blocks don’t penetrate your skin so you don’t absorb them.
2. Start wearing sun protection clothing: www.sunscreenwear.com
There are other companies offering SPF clothing, please make sure they are FDA approved protection like Sun Soul is.
It’s up to you what happens to your skin, not the medical community or the big companies. Every day you put on or in your body various forms of poisons, be conscious of how you are reduce your risk.
After reading a ton of information on the subject I would like to pass a little ‘usable’ information to my readers.
The idea that sunscreen prevents cancer is a myth. It's a myth promoted by a profit-seeking tag-team effort between the cancer industry and the sunscreen industry. The sunscreen industry makes money by selling lotion products that actually contain cancer-causing chemicals. It then donates a portion of that money to the cancer industry through non-profit groups like the American Cancer Society which, in turn, run heart-breaking public service ads urging people to use sunscreen to "prevent cancer."
The scientific evidence, however, shows quite clearly that chemicals in sunscreen actually promotes cancer by blocking the body's absorption of ultraviolet radiation, which produces vitamin D in the skin. Vitamin D, as recent studies have shown, prevents up to 77 of ALL cancers in women (breast cancer, colon cancer, cervical cancer, lung cancer, brain tumors, multiple myeloma... you name it). Meanwhile, the toxic chemical ingredients used in most sunscreen products are actually carcinogenic and have never been safety tested or safety approved by the FDA. They get absorbed right through the skin (a porous organ that absorbs most substances it comes into contact with) and enter the bloodstream.
Ok so what are we going to do with this information?
1. Stop wearing sunscreen: Yes and no. you need to protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation so yes, stop using the non-organic sun protection. Switch to natural, organic and or Blocks. Remember blocks don’t penetrate your skin so you don’t absorb them.
2. Start wearing sun protection clothing: www.sunscreenwear.com
There are other companies offering SPF clothing, please make sure they are FDA approved protection like Sun Soul is.
It’s up to you what happens to your skin, not the medical community or the big companies. Every day you put on or in your body various forms of poisons, be conscious of how you are reduce your risk.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Skin Cancer, Prevention
Overview: Skin Cancer - Melanoma
Can Melanoma Skin Cancer Be Prevented?
Not all melanomas can be prevented, but there are ways to reduce your risk.
Limit UV exposure
The best way to lower the risk of melanoma is to avoid too much exposure to the sun and other sources of UV light. Avoid being outdoors in sunlight too long, especially in the middle of the day when UV light is most intense. Be "sun safe" when you are outdoors. "Slip! Slop! Slap! … and Wrap" is a catch phrase to remind you of the 4 key ways you can protect yourself from UV light. Slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat, and wrap on sunglasses to protect the eyes and the skin around them. These things can help you prevent skin cancer:
Protect your skin with clothing: www.sunscreenwear.com
Ok I just made a shameless plug for my site
you may think I'm just trying to sell you something and you would be right, I'm trying to sell you something that will protect and heal you. No fun watching my friends & family get sections of their skin removed... Please pay attention.
Clothes vary in how much they can protect you. Long-sleeved shirts, long pants, or long skirts are the most protective. Dark colors are better than light colors. A tightly woven fabric protects better than loosely woven clothing. And dry clothing is better than wet clothing.
Some clothing is made with built-in UV protection. There are also newer products that can increase the ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) value of clothes you already own. Used like laundry detergents, they add a layer of UV protection to your clothes without changing the color or texture.
Wear a hat
A hat with at least a 2- to 3-inch brim all around is good because it protects the neck, ears, eyes, forehead, nose, and scalp. A shade cap (which looks like a baseball cap with about 7 inches of fabric draping down the sides and back) is also good.(or you might not want to look like you are exploring Africa all the time so put sunblock on the areas that are exposed) These are often sold in sports and outdoor supply stores.
A baseball cap can protect the front and top of the head, but not the back of the neck or the ears. Straw hats are not a good choice unless they are tightly woven.
AND still wear sun block on the areas that are covered, reflection is just as potent)
IF you are wearing a baseball cap, very important to apply sunblock to the back of your neck. Look around at the back of people's neck, it will become blairingly clear you need to remember that.
Use sunscreen/sunblock
Use sunscreen and lip balm with an SPF of 15 or higher. Be sure to use enough--a palmful for your whole body. And put it on again every 2 hours and after swimming or sweating. Use sunscreen even on hazy or overcast days. For it to work best, sunscreen should be put on before you go outside.
and when you can, use SunBlock
As you read this blog understand I do my research and then share it. I do interject when the article does not cover everything or doesn't hit you over the head with specific instructions vs. some vague information.
I think you need at least 30 block both uva/uvb to really protect yourself. I put it on under my mineral make-up, light and not smothering.
OK, back to the Article:
Don't make the mistake of thinking that because you're using sunscreen, you can stay out in the sun longer. Staying out longer because you're using sunscreen just means you'll end up getting the same amount of UV light as you would otherwise. You won’t reduce your melanoma risk that way.
If you want the look of a tan you can use "sunless" tanning lotion. These help you look tan, without the danger of UV damage. You do not have to go out in the sun for these to work. The color tends to wear off after a few days.
Don't forget to look for ones with Organic ingredient, Stop poisoning yourself.
Wear sunglasses
Wrap-around sunglasses with at least 99% UV absorption give the best protection to your eyes and the skin around your eyes. Look for sunglasses labeled as blocking UVA and UVB light.
Stay in the shade
Look for shade, especially in the middle of the day, between the hours of 10 am and 4 pm, when the sun's rays are strongest. Keep in mind that sunlight (and UV rays) can come through clouds, can reflect off water, sand, concrete, and snow, and can reach below the water's surface.
Protect children
We should say this to ourselves over and over again
Be especially careful about sun protection for children. Children tend to spend more time outdoors and they burn more easily. Teach them to protect themselves from the sun as they get older.
Avoid other sources of UV light
Tanning beds and sun lamps are dangerous because they can damage your skin. Most skin doctors say not to use tanning beds and sun lamps. There is growing evidence that they may increase your risk of getting melanoma. This is an area of active research.
For more information on how to protect yourself and your family, see the American Cancer Society Document, Skin Cancer Prevention and Early Detection.
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF, YOU ARE GOING TO MISS YOUR SKIN WHEN IT'S GONE!
this information comes from the American Cancer web site.org
Can Melanoma Skin Cancer Be Prevented?
Not all melanomas can be prevented, but there are ways to reduce your risk.
Limit UV exposure
The best way to lower the risk of melanoma is to avoid too much exposure to the sun and other sources of UV light. Avoid being outdoors in sunlight too long, especially in the middle of the day when UV light is most intense. Be "sun safe" when you are outdoors. "Slip! Slop! Slap! … and Wrap" is a catch phrase to remind you of the 4 key ways you can protect yourself from UV light. Slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat, and wrap on sunglasses to protect the eyes and the skin around them. These things can help you prevent skin cancer:
Protect your skin with clothing: www.sunscreenwear.com
Ok I just made a shameless plug for my site
you may think I'm just trying to sell you something and you would be right, I'm trying to sell you something that will protect and heal you. No fun watching my friends & family get sections of their skin removed... Please pay attention.
Clothes vary in how much they can protect you. Long-sleeved shirts, long pants, or long skirts are the most protective. Dark colors are better than light colors. A tightly woven fabric protects better than loosely woven clothing. And dry clothing is better than wet clothing.
Some clothing is made with built-in UV protection. There are also newer products that can increase the ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) value of clothes you already own. Used like laundry detergents, they add a layer of UV protection to your clothes without changing the color or texture.
Wear a hat
A hat with at least a 2- to 3-inch brim all around is good because it protects the neck, ears, eyes, forehead, nose, and scalp. A shade cap (which looks like a baseball cap with about 7 inches of fabric draping down the sides and back) is also good.(or you might not want to look like you are exploring Africa all the time so put sunblock on the areas that are exposed) These are often sold in sports and outdoor supply stores.
A baseball cap can protect the front and top of the head, but not the back of the neck or the ears. Straw hats are not a good choice unless they are tightly woven.
AND still wear sun block on the areas that are covered, reflection is just as potent)
IF you are wearing a baseball cap, very important to apply sunblock to the back of your neck. Look around at the back of people's neck, it will become blairingly clear you need to remember that.
Use sunscreen/sunblock
Use sunscreen and lip balm with an SPF of 15 or higher. Be sure to use enough--a palmful for your whole body. And put it on again every 2 hours and after swimming or sweating. Use sunscreen even on hazy or overcast days. For it to work best, sunscreen should be put on before you go outside.
and when you can, use SunBlock
As you read this blog understand I do my research and then share it. I do interject when the article does not cover everything or doesn't hit you over the head with specific instructions vs. some vague information.
I think you need at least 30 block both uva/uvb to really protect yourself. I put it on under my mineral make-up, light and not smothering.
OK, back to the Article:
Don't make the mistake of thinking that because you're using sunscreen, you can stay out in the sun longer. Staying out longer because you're using sunscreen just means you'll end up getting the same amount of UV light as you would otherwise. You won’t reduce your melanoma risk that way.
If you want the look of a tan you can use "sunless" tanning lotion. These help you look tan, without the danger of UV damage. You do not have to go out in the sun for these to work. The color tends to wear off after a few days.
Don't forget to look for ones with Organic ingredient, Stop poisoning yourself.
Wear sunglasses
Wrap-around sunglasses with at least 99% UV absorption give the best protection to your eyes and the skin around your eyes. Look for sunglasses labeled as blocking UVA and UVB light.
Stay in the shade
Look for shade, especially in the middle of the day, between the hours of 10 am and 4 pm, when the sun's rays are strongest. Keep in mind that sunlight (and UV rays) can come through clouds, can reflect off water, sand, concrete, and snow, and can reach below the water's surface.
Protect children
We should say this to ourselves over and over again
Be especially careful about sun protection for children. Children tend to spend more time outdoors and they burn more easily. Teach them to protect themselves from the sun as they get older.
Avoid other sources of UV light
Tanning beds and sun lamps are dangerous because they can damage your skin. Most skin doctors say not to use tanning beds and sun lamps. There is growing evidence that they may increase your risk of getting melanoma. This is an area of active research.
For more information on how to protect yourself and your family, see the American Cancer Society Document, Skin Cancer Prevention and Early Detection.
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF, YOU ARE GOING TO MISS YOUR SKIN WHEN IT'S GONE!
this information comes from the American Cancer web site.org
Monday, November 23, 2009
Healthy Habits for Weight Loss
Healthy Habits for Weight Loss
Losing weight is not just about dieting. More important are making lifestyle changes that can be helpful for losing weight and keeping the weight off. Here are some simple strategies.
Losing weight and keeping it off is a matter of cutting back what you eat and increasing your amount of exercise which could be as simple was walking 40 minutes a day. "The simplest equation in the world, calories in and calories out, determines your weight loss," says Christine Gerbstadt, MD, RD, of Sarasota, Fla., spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. Meaning everything you eat counts, and the combination and time of day also is added into the equation.
But if that's all you do, you may find yourself ultimately regaining the weight you worked so hard to lose. The reason: Weight loss is a matter of lifestyle and, if you don't adopt the healthy habits necessary to sustain your optimum weight, you could backslide into overweight and obesity.
Here are some tips aimed at helping you create a healthy lifestyle that will improve your chances for success. They might seem like common sense, but many people committed to losing weight neglect these healthy habits and end up struggling to succeed.
Do yourself a favor and remove or don’t replace process food now in your kitchen such as Cookies, Candy, Crackers. Food Stuff you buy in a package/box, they are really the enemy. Most don’t have any nutritional value so you eat them but feel hungry in a few minutes.
Watch Your Portions
Portion control is a key challenge to Americans pursuing weight loss. "The best way to control the calories is to go with portion control," says Dr. Gerbstadt. Piling food onto your plate can make you feel pressured to eat it all. Start with small portions; you can always go back for (a little) more if you're still hungry. Keep in mind that your stomach will grumble early on, until it has shrunk to adapt to the smaller meals you are now eating.
Eat Slowly
It takes a little while for your body to realize that you've eaten and to stop sending signals of hunger. If you slow down and savor your food, you probably will eat less before your body acknowledges that you're full.
Eat Your Vegetables First
Vegetables contain plenty of fiber and bulk but few calories. By eating them first, you might eat less of any fatty or high-calorie items on your plate.
Don't Skip Meals
Skipping meals sounds like a good idea, but it actually undermines your weight-loss plan. Your body thinks it is being starved and starts building body fat in an attempt to store energy away for later. On top of that, you're likely to be even hungrier for your next meal and eat far more than you would have otherwise. The best course is to eat three small meals, with two small snacks in between in the beginning. Once your body has food coming in on a regular basis, it will not be as hungry as many times during the day.
Drink Plenty of Water
Water helps you feel full throughout your day, aiding your weight-loss efforts. Water also provides innumerable health benefits to your skin and your digestive and circulatory systems. More then most you are not really hungry but just dehydrated.
Switch to Healthy Snacks
Swap out the high-calorie or high-fat snacks in your diet for healthier alternatives. Fruits, low-fat string cheese, peanut butter, and whole-grain crackers are some good options (try to minimize the processed food). Create snacks that combine carbohydrates and proteins, like peanut butter on apple slices, as they will make you feel full longer.
Burning calories through physical activity is essential to weight loss. If you don't burn more calories than you eat, you won't lose weight. "People think they're too busy to walk 20 to 40 minutes a day or do a little weight training or ride a bike, and then they wonder why they can't lose weight," Gerbstadt says. "If you try to diet without exercise, it just takes that much more effort." Any physical activity, even long walks, will help.
Keep a Record
Food diaries are a proven aid to people pursing weight loss. Keep track of what you've eaten and how many calories the food contained. If you also keep a record of your exercise, you can compare how many calories you're burning to how many calories you're consuming.
Healthy and sustainable weight loss does not occur overnight, despite the promises of fad diets. Losing a pound or two a week is normal, and shows that you are adopting weight-loss habits as a part of your lifestyle.
There are weight loss programs out there, do your homework. Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers are not Medical programs. The Center for Medical Weight Loss was created by a Bariatric surgeon. The pre-measured food has been cleared by the FDA for the optimal amount of supplements and nutrition. 99% of all patients lose the weight, 97% keep it off. These stats are based on a stratified sample of 349 patients over a six-year period.
http://centerformedicalweightloss.com/whole_new_me
Resources:
By Dennis Thompson, Jr.
Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH
Some information was taken from EverydayHealth.com.
Losing weight is not just about dieting. More important are making lifestyle changes that can be helpful for losing weight and keeping the weight off. Here are some simple strategies.
Losing weight and keeping it off is a matter of cutting back what you eat and increasing your amount of exercise which could be as simple was walking 40 minutes a day. "The simplest equation in the world, calories in and calories out, determines your weight loss," says Christine Gerbstadt, MD, RD, of Sarasota, Fla., spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. Meaning everything you eat counts, and the combination and time of day also is added into the equation.
But if that's all you do, you may find yourself ultimately regaining the weight you worked so hard to lose. The reason: Weight loss is a matter of lifestyle and, if you don't adopt the healthy habits necessary to sustain your optimum weight, you could backslide into overweight and obesity.
Here are some tips aimed at helping you create a healthy lifestyle that will improve your chances for success. They might seem like common sense, but many people committed to losing weight neglect these healthy habits and end up struggling to succeed.
Do yourself a favor and remove or don’t replace process food now in your kitchen such as Cookies, Candy, Crackers. Food Stuff you buy in a package/box, they are really the enemy. Most don’t have any nutritional value so you eat them but feel hungry in a few minutes.
Watch Your Portions
Portion control is a key challenge to Americans pursuing weight loss. "The best way to control the calories is to go with portion control," says Dr. Gerbstadt. Piling food onto your plate can make you feel pressured to eat it all. Start with small portions; you can always go back for (a little) more if you're still hungry. Keep in mind that your stomach will grumble early on, until it has shrunk to adapt to the smaller meals you are now eating.
Eat Slowly
It takes a little while for your body to realize that you've eaten and to stop sending signals of hunger. If you slow down and savor your food, you probably will eat less before your body acknowledges that you're full.
Eat Your Vegetables First
Vegetables contain plenty of fiber and bulk but few calories. By eating them first, you might eat less of any fatty or high-calorie items on your plate.
Don't Skip Meals
Skipping meals sounds like a good idea, but it actually undermines your weight-loss plan. Your body thinks it is being starved and starts building body fat in an attempt to store energy away for later. On top of that, you're likely to be even hungrier for your next meal and eat far more than you would have otherwise. The best course is to eat three small meals, with two small snacks in between in the beginning. Once your body has food coming in on a regular basis, it will not be as hungry as many times during the day.
Drink Plenty of Water
Water helps you feel full throughout your day, aiding your weight-loss efforts. Water also provides innumerable health benefits to your skin and your digestive and circulatory systems. More then most you are not really hungry but just dehydrated.
Switch to Healthy Snacks
Swap out the high-calorie or high-fat snacks in your diet for healthier alternatives. Fruits, low-fat string cheese, peanut butter, and whole-grain crackers are some good options (try to minimize the processed food). Create snacks that combine carbohydrates and proteins, like peanut butter on apple slices, as they will make you feel full longer.
Burning calories through physical activity is essential to weight loss. If you don't burn more calories than you eat, you won't lose weight. "People think they're too busy to walk 20 to 40 minutes a day or do a little weight training or ride a bike, and then they wonder why they can't lose weight," Gerbstadt says. "If you try to diet without exercise, it just takes that much more effort." Any physical activity, even long walks, will help.
Keep a Record
Food diaries are a proven aid to people pursing weight loss. Keep track of what you've eaten and how many calories the food contained. If you also keep a record of your exercise, you can compare how many calories you're burning to how many calories you're consuming.
Healthy and sustainable weight loss does not occur overnight, despite the promises of fad diets. Losing a pound or two a week is normal, and shows that you are adopting weight-loss habits as a part of your lifestyle.
There are weight loss programs out there, do your homework. Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers are not Medical programs. The Center for Medical Weight Loss was created by a Bariatric surgeon. The pre-measured food has been cleared by the FDA for the optimal amount of supplements and nutrition. 99% of all patients lose the weight, 97% keep it off. These stats are based on a stratified sample of 349 patients over a six-year period.
http://centerformedicalweightloss.com/whole_new_me
Resources:
By Dennis Thompson, Jr.
Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH
Some information was taken from EverydayHealth.com.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
It doesn’t matter how big or small your kitchen is, the way to Conscious Health is through your Kitchen. And why am I putting so much emphasis on the kitchen? (Besides the fact I am Italian and food is all we think about)
Realize that 85% of our health comes from what we put or don’t put in our mouth. Every nutritionist and body builder will confirm the statement to be 100% true.
It is imperative you control what you eat everyday. It is important you also choice health ingredients but also infuse the positive energy you require to flourish. Anyone can just subsist; they are using the drive-in window at McDonald’s. To live and grow in every sense needs positive energy and nourishing food.
Please let those two statements sit and resonate (marinate) in your consciousness. Once you truly understand.. And not only understand but truly take this as part of your being from here forward, will you truly find Healthy Living. There are no substitutes; you are responsible to provide yourself with what you truly need.
My kitchen is small but clean, with minimal space for storage so I keep it simple.
I have minimal Process Food items which means no cookies, crackers, cans of creamed something. The only thing you can find is a few bags of pasta and an occasional loaf of multi-grain bread or pita.
My Cabinets:
I have beans, rice, grains, nuts, olives, tomatoes sauces, a few bags of pasta, cans of tuna and spices. In another cabinet I have Oils and Vinegars, assorted with several varieties.
My refrigerator:
Juice, eggs, butter, natural plain yogurt, feta goat cheese, condiments (no sugars, starches, preservatives) and that is the same everything in my refrigerator.
Vegetable bin: Spinach, carrots, broccoli, beets, assorted salad and or bok choy or corn on the cob, asparagus, and green beans. You can buy any vegetables you like and familiar with.
It’s 6pm, I return home from work with no meal plan:
I open my refrigerator, what to do, what to have?
Salad with items I have in my refrigerator and/or my cabinets.
Spinach, beets, beans, tomatoes, broccoli, carrots, feta cheese, olives, nuts and berries with a little dressing.
If you have to push it a little (add more people) prepare a ½ pound of pasta. You can add tuna, grilled chicken (which takes only minutes to cook) or other protein to the mix. You can eat this meal a few nights a week and not get tired of it, just change a few of the ingredients. Or stir-fry the ingredients with butter; try not to heat up any with anything else. I use Oils cold (cold pressed) for my salads, dressings, preparing sauces, hummus and other condiments (Spanish Olive Oil is the best)
Other nights I stop for a piece of fish on the way home (substitute what ever protein you prefer) Maybe prepare rice and a steamed vegetable. There are so many different variations of the same, clean, healthy meal you can prepare under 30 minutes.
It’s as long as it would take you to find a parking spot near a restaurant, get seated and order your meal, You would be eating just about the same time and it would cost you a fraction.
When I stopped at the fish store I order more then enough, that means the leftovers are lunch the next day or dinner. If you are in the habit of preparing small, healthy meals, you will always have something available in your refrigerator.
I try not to eat after 7pm. Not to say I would ever turn down dinner invitations at 8pm, but that’s not my everyday routine. However if I eat a meal at 3pm, I might be a little hungry at 8. I put together a little hummus, olives, pita bread, cheese and almonds. Perfect for a late-night snack and again, we are not looking for a ‘full’ feeling. Just enough food to silence the growling stomach.
Around an ‘outdoor’ concrete and tile table you will find fruit and vegetables ripening. Flowers and plants on the side, this is all about energy. When you have nature surrounding you, you are at peace; this is positive energy manifestation by you and your Conscious self. Wake up! These are the feelings you originally were devoted to. I promise you; manifesting positive energy will easily replace the addictions we are in conflict with. Use food to heal and nourish you, I promise your relationship with it will change.
“When you change the way you look at things - the things you look at change.”
Expect a miracle
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Hair ~
Hair Care Survival Guide: Beauty comes from within
In January of this year I met a guy, a researcher, nutritionist and biologist, we talk for hours. I have a million questions about the supplements I’m taking, what I should be aware of and so on….
This gentlemen was in his early 60s, tall, nice looking with a full, and I mean full head of hair. So I say to myself, genetics… but it was full and healthy looking, no reflection of the aging process.
As we discussed diseases and nutrition, he introduced me to the Life Extending Shake.
For years he has been preparing this shake for breakfast. I went out and purchased the ingredients immediately and starting taking it every day.
About 90 days into it when the Protein Power started to upset my stomach, I can’t do any process foods. Instead of just eliminating the Protein Powder, I changed my diet a little during my Zerona Treatments then I was traveling for a few weekends in a row, so I stopped preparing the shake.
Two months later I’m in the mirror noticing my hair was dry and brittle. It was thin and frail finding strains on the pillows. I started looking at the changes in my diet and what I had eliminated.
The Shake!
The information about the shake is 15 pages scanned in a file, I will send the entire PDF file to anyone who request it: RoseannBoffa@hotmail.com
“Let Your Food Be Your Medicine and Let Your Medicine Be Your Food”
No truer words have been written, this is the only way we are going to be able to take back our health from the Government. Stop relying on them to keep you healthy, it’s not their job, it’s yours.
The research and findings include:
The very process of AGING itself, is associated with organic and biological changes in things like cell membranes. These EFA’s by protecting cell membrane integrity are combating some of the cumulative negative effects of AGING and poor dietary habits!
It’s is hard to believe that anything that tastes as good as the “Life Extension Shake” can be considered one of natures most perfect, protective and healing meals. But it unequivocally is! In the next few pages we are going to tell you about the scientific studies that describe the documented health benefits of the special combination of ingredients blended into the “Life Extension Shake”.
Again, if any one is looking for the entire study, please request it.
The Recipe for the Shake is:
Wt Dose Ingredient: (Notes and Comments)
6oz Trader Joe’s Frozen Blue Berries
2tbs Nutri-Fiber Flax Seed Nutrient powder (bulk)
1tbs Omega Nutrition Organic Essential Balance Oil
(Soy, Flax, Borage, Sunflower, Sesame, Pumpkin) Spill over tablespoonful
1 scoop EAS Simply Protein Powder (Level or heaping scoop)
6oz Water (water is very important for the Flax Seed bulk)
My disclaimer or modifications:
Originally he had Organic Cane Sugar, and you know how I feel about sugar so it's out.
The Protein Powder: I purchased was Perfect Zero Carb ISOPURE found the cheapest on line (round $32.00 for 3 pounds). I add Yogurt (FAGE, Total all natural Greek Strained Yogurt) Trader Joe’s. Organic Frozen Blue Berries, no nutritional difference between the fresh or frozen.(I buy the wild) again, Trader Joe’s.
I have been buying Barlean’s Flax Seed (Forti-Flax) and Flax Oil Pure (blue ribbon)
I have found both Oil and Bulk at WholeFoods. You can also purchase on-line for less.
Then the other day I come across this article in tasteforlife, a local magazine (July 2009 issue)
www.tasteforlife.com/summerhaircare
When it comes to healthy hair, fat is where it’s at. Americans don’t consume enough essential fatty acids (EFAs), and lackluster hair is a telltale sign. To get more omega-3 fatty acids, eat salmon, take a daily tablespoon of flax seed oil, or sprinkle a tablespoon or two of ground flax seeds over cereal, yogurt, and salad.
Be sure to enjoy plenty of protein – the essential component of hair – from legumes and fish. Silica (found in horsetail extract) supports the production of collagen, which is vital for strong, shiny hair. “Collagen is the primary structural protein of our body. It holds everything together like glue.” Explains Sarah Quadri, a spokesperson of NeoCell. Research suggests that collagen supplementation improves hair, she adds.
Then I’m on:
http://hair-restoration-info.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/3666060861/m/666103063
Forum about food:
"The best sources of Omega-3 fatty acids are in fish and fish oil. For Omega-6 fatty acids, the source is plant and plant oils. Your body CANNOT produce these fats and they are essential. They are used in cell membranes and the production of substances that help regulate blood pressure and blood clotting. You HAVE to get them from food.
An Omega-6 fat called Linoleic acid is found in sunflower oil, walnuts, red meats, and poultry.
An Omega-3 fat called Linolenic acid is found in fatty cold-water fish like tuna and salmon as well as in flax seed oil.
All the information that I gave above is not just off the top of my head. I got it from a study that basically studies good vs. bad fats. (I hope that I didn’t plagiarize it too much! heh heh)
Just remember as a general rule of thumb: if it’s good for your heart, liver, and skin, it’s probably good for your hair (through circulation, etc.) though I have read that diet contributes to less than 3% of all documented hair loss cases. (Don’t quote me on that, I am going by memory on that part)"
I’m a firm believer in a good diet. After all, how can one expect a healthy body after chowing down on crap day after day?
If you put “Flax Seed Hair” in Google.com you will find tons of products and article about this.
So here you go guys, Breakfast is an important meal. Don’t skip it but make it work for you all morning. Life Extension is not so much fun if you look like crap. Healthy is reflected in how you feel and what your skin, hair and nails presents.
In January of this year I met a guy, a researcher, nutritionist and biologist, we talk for hours. I have a million questions about the supplements I’m taking, what I should be aware of and so on….
This gentlemen was in his early 60s, tall, nice looking with a full, and I mean full head of hair. So I say to myself, genetics… but it was full and healthy looking, no reflection of the aging process.
As we discussed diseases and nutrition, he introduced me to the Life Extending Shake.
For years he has been preparing this shake for breakfast. I went out and purchased the ingredients immediately and starting taking it every day.
About 90 days into it when the Protein Power started to upset my stomach, I can’t do any process foods. Instead of just eliminating the Protein Powder, I changed my diet a little during my Zerona Treatments then I was traveling for a few weekends in a row, so I stopped preparing the shake.
Two months later I’m in the mirror noticing my hair was dry and brittle. It was thin and frail finding strains on the pillows. I started looking at the changes in my diet and what I had eliminated.
The Shake!
The information about the shake is 15 pages scanned in a file, I will send the entire PDF file to anyone who request it: RoseannBoffa@hotmail.com
“Let Your Food Be Your Medicine and Let Your Medicine Be Your Food”
No truer words have been written, this is the only way we are going to be able to take back our health from the Government. Stop relying on them to keep you healthy, it’s not their job, it’s yours.
The research and findings include:
The very process of AGING itself, is associated with organic and biological changes in things like cell membranes. These EFA’s by protecting cell membrane integrity are combating some of the cumulative negative effects of AGING and poor dietary habits!
It’s is hard to believe that anything that tastes as good as the “Life Extension Shake” can be considered one of natures most perfect, protective and healing meals. But it unequivocally is! In the next few pages we are going to tell you about the scientific studies that describe the documented health benefits of the special combination of ingredients blended into the “Life Extension Shake”.
Again, if any one is looking for the entire study, please request it.
The Recipe for the Shake is:
Wt Dose Ingredient: (Notes and Comments)
6oz Trader Joe’s Frozen Blue Berries
2tbs Nutri-Fiber Flax Seed Nutrient powder (bulk)
1tbs Omega Nutrition Organic Essential Balance Oil
(Soy, Flax, Borage, Sunflower, Sesame, Pumpkin) Spill over tablespoonful
1 scoop EAS Simply Protein Powder (Level or heaping scoop)
6oz Water (water is very important for the Flax Seed bulk)
My disclaimer or modifications:
Originally he had Organic Cane Sugar, and you know how I feel about sugar so it's out.
The Protein Powder: I purchased was Perfect Zero Carb ISOPURE found the cheapest on line (round $32.00 for 3 pounds). I add Yogurt (FAGE, Total all natural Greek Strained Yogurt) Trader Joe’s. Organic Frozen Blue Berries, no nutritional difference between the fresh or frozen.(I buy the wild) again, Trader Joe’s.
I have been buying Barlean’s Flax Seed (Forti-Flax) and Flax Oil Pure (blue ribbon)
I have found both Oil and Bulk at WholeFoods. You can also purchase on-line for less.
Then the other day I come across this article in tasteforlife, a local magazine (July 2009 issue)
www.tasteforlife.com/summerhaircare
When it comes to healthy hair, fat is where it’s at. Americans don’t consume enough essential fatty acids (EFAs), and lackluster hair is a telltale sign. To get more omega-3 fatty acids, eat salmon, take a daily tablespoon of flax seed oil, or sprinkle a tablespoon or two of ground flax seeds over cereal, yogurt, and salad.
Be sure to enjoy plenty of protein – the essential component of hair – from legumes and fish. Silica (found in horsetail extract) supports the production of collagen, which is vital for strong, shiny hair. “Collagen is the primary structural protein of our body. It holds everything together like glue.” Explains Sarah Quadri, a spokesperson of NeoCell. Research suggests that collagen supplementation improves hair, she adds.
Then I’m on:
http://hair-restoration-info.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/3666060861/m/666103063
Forum about food:
"The best sources of Omega-3 fatty acids are in fish and fish oil. For Omega-6 fatty acids, the source is plant and plant oils. Your body CANNOT produce these fats and they are essential. They are used in cell membranes and the production of substances that help regulate blood pressure and blood clotting. You HAVE to get them from food.
An Omega-6 fat called Linoleic acid is found in sunflower oil, walnuts, red meats, and poultry.
An Omega-3 fat called Linolenic acid is found in fatty cold-water fish like tuna and salmon as well as in flax seed oil.
All the information that I gave above is not just off the top of my head. I got it from a study that basically studies good vs. bad fats. (I hope that I didn’t plagiarize it too much! heh heh)
Just remember as a general rule of thumb: if it’s good for your heart, liver, and skin, it’s probably good for your hair (through circulation, etc.) though I have read that diet contributes to less than 3% of all documented hair loss cases. (Don’t quote me on that, I am going by memory on that part)"
I’m a firm believer in a good diet. After all, how can one expect a healthy body after chowing down on crap day after day?
If you put “Flax Seed Hair” in Google.com you will find tons of products and article about this.
So here you go guys, Breakfast is an important meal. Don’t skip it but make it work for you all morning. Life Extension is not so much fun if you look like crap. Healthy is reflected in how you feel and what your skin, hair and nails presents.
The Healthiest Foods on Earth
The Healthiest Foods On Earth
The most important consideration in constructing a healthy diet:
Eat whole foods that have had minimal processing.
By Jonny Bowden, Forbes.com
What is the best diet for human beings?
Vegetarian? Vegan? High-protein? Low-fat? Dairy-Free?
Hold on to your shopping carts: There is no perfect diet for human beings. At least not one that's based on how much protein, fat or carbohydrates you eat.
People have lived and thrived on high-protein, high-fat diets (the Inuit of Greenland); on low-protein, high-carb diets (the indigenous peoples of southern Africa); on diets high in raw milk and cream (the people of the Loetschental Valley in Switzerland); diets high in saturated fat (the Trobriand Islanders) and even on diets in which animal blood is considered a staple (the Massai of Kenya and Tanzania). And folks have thrived on these diets without the ravages of degenerative diseases that are so epidemic in modern American life—heart disease, diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, osteoporosis and cancer.
In Depth: The Healthiest Foods On Earth
The only thing these diets have in common is that they're all based on whole foods with minimal processing. Nuts, berries, beans, raw milk, grass-fed meat. Whole, real, unprocessed food is almost always healthy, regardless of how many grams of carbs, protein or fat it contains.
All these healthy diets have in common the fact that they are absent foods with bar codes. They are also extremely low in sugar. In fact, the number of modern or ancient societies known for health and longevity that have consumed a diet high in sugar would be ... let's see ... zero. People, I can't stress enough about Sugar intake. Your health is directly related to how much sugar and processed food you eat. In the beginning, read the labels. After a few weeks you won't have to, you will already know what is good and what will kill you.
Real food—whole food with minimal processing—contains a virtual pharmacy of nutrients, phytochemicals, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, anti-inflammatories and healthful fats, and can easily keep you alive and thriving into your 10th decade.
Berries, for example, are phenomenally low in calories, high in fiber and loaded with plant compounds that improve memory and help fight cancer.
Studies have consistently shown that nut-eaters have lower rates of heart disease. Beans are notorious for their high fiber content and are a part of the diet of people—from almost every corner of the globe—who live long and well.
Protein--the word comes from a Greek word meaning "of prime importance"—is a feature of every healthy diet ever studied. Meat, contrary to its terrible reputation, can be a health food if—and this is a big if—the meat comes from animals that have been raised on pasture land, have never seen the inside of a feedlot farm and have never been shot full of antibiotics and hormones.
Wild salmon, whose omega-3 content is consistently higher than its less-fortunate, farm-raised brethren, gets its red color from a powerful antioxidant called astaxathin. The combination of protein, omega-3s and antioxidants makes wild salmon a contender for anyone's list of great foods.
Another great food: eggs—one of nature's most perfect creations, especially if you don't throw out the all-important yolk. (Remember "whole" foods means exactly that—foods in their original form. Our robust ancestors did not eat "low-fat" caribou; we don't need to eat "egg-white" omelets.)
There are really no "bad" vegetables, but some of them are superstars. Any vegetable from the Brassica genus—broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kale—is loaded with plant chemicals called indoles, which help reduce the risk of cancer.
In the fruit kingdom, apples totally deserve their reputation as doctor-repellants: they're loaded with fiber, minerals (like bone-building boron) and phytochemicals (like quercetin, which is known to be a powerful anti-inflammatory and to have anti-cancer properties). Some exciting new research suggests that pomegranate juice slows the progression of certain cancers. Other research shows it lowers blood pressure and may even act as a "natural Viagra."
Tea deserves special mention on any list of the world's healthiest foods. The second most widely consumed beverage in the world (after water), all forms of tea (black, oolong, white, green and the newer Yerba Matte) are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories. Some types (green tea, for example) contain plant chemicals called catechins which have decidedly anti-cancer activity.
Finally, let's not forget members of the Alliaceae family of plants—onions, garlic and shallots. Garlic has been used for thousands of years for its medicinal properties; hundreds of published studies support its antimicrobial effects as well as its ability to lower the risk of heart disease. A number of studies have shown an inverse relationship between onion consumption and certain types of cancer.
A healthy diet doesn't have to contain every one of the "healthiest foods on earth," but you can't go wrong putting as many of the above mentioned foods in heavy rotation on your personal eating plan.
Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., is a board-certified nutritionist and the author of seven books on health and nutrition, including The 150 Most Effective Ways to Boost Your Energy and The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth.
Source: http://health.msn.com/nutrition/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100241585&page=2
As you are traveling through your day, your choices when ordering food or in the supermarket is very important. Once you start incorporating Healthy Foods into your diet choices, you will see a big difference in your energy, weight and 'well being'.
It's not hard to do, you just have to be consistent.
The most important consideration in constructing a healthy diet:
Eat whole foods that have had minimal processing.
By Jonny Bowden, Forbes.com
What is the best diet for human beings?
Vegetarian? Vegan? High-protein? Low-fat? Dairy-Free?
Hold on to your shopping carts: There is no perfect diet for human beings. At least not one that's based on how much protein, fat or carbohydrates you eat.
People have lived and thrived on high-protein, high-fat diets (the Inuit of Greenland); on low-protein, high-carb diets (the indigenous peoples of southern Africa); on diets high in raw milk and cream (the people of the Loetschental Valley in Switzerland); diets high in saturated fat (the Trobriand Islanders) and even on diets in which animal blood is considered a staple (the Massai of Kenya and Tanzania). And folks have thrived on these diets without the ravages of degenerative diseases that are so epidemic in modern American life—heart disease, diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, osteoporosis and cancer.
In Depth: The Healthiest Foods On Earth
The only thing these diets have in common is that they're all based on whole foods with minimal processing. Nuts, berries, beans, raw milk, grass-fed meat. Whole, real, unprocessed food is almost always healthy, regardless of how many grams of carbs, protein or fat it contains.
All these healthy diets have in common the fact that they are absent foods with bar codes. They are also extremely low in sugar. In fact, the number of modern or ancient societies known for health and longevity that have consumed a diet high in sugar would be ... let's see ... zero. People, I can't stress enough about Sugar intake. Your health is directly related to how much sugar and processed food you eat. In the beginning, read the labels. After a few weeks you won't have to, you will already know what is good and what will kill you.
Real food—whole food with minimal processing—contains a virtual pharmacy of nutrients, phytochemicals, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, anti-inflammatories and healthful fats, and can easily keep you alive and thriving into your 10th decade.
Berries, for example, are phenomenally low in calories, high in fiber and loaded with plant compounds that improve memory and help fight cancer.
Studies have consistently shown that nut-eaters have lower rates of heart disease. Beans are notorious for their high fiber content and are a part of the diet of people—from almost every corner of the globe—who live long and well.
Protein--the word comes from a Greek word meaning "of prime importance"—is a feature of every healthy diet ever studied. Meat, contrary to its terrible reputation, can be a health food if—and this is a big if—the meat comes from animals that have been raised on pasture land, have never seen the inside of a feedlot farm and have never been shot full of antibiotics and hormones.
Wild salmon, whose omega-3 content is consistently higher than its less-fortunate, farm-raised brethren, gets its red color from a powerful antioxidant called astaxathin. The combination of protein, omega-3s and antioxidants makes wild salmon a contender for anyone's list of great foods.
Another great food: eggs—one of nature's most perfect creations, especially if you don't throw out the all-important yolk. (Remember "whole" foods means exactly that—foods in their original form. Our robust ancestors did not eat "low-fat" caribou; we don't need to eat "egg-white" omelets.)
There are really no "bad" vegetables, but some of them are superstars. Any vegetable from the Brassica genus—broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kale—is loaded with plant chemicals called indoles, which help reduce the risk of cancer.
In the fruit kingdom, apples totally deserve their reputation as doctor-repellants: they're loaded with fiber, minerals (like bone-building boron) and phytochemicals (like quercetin, which is known to be a powerful anti-inflammatory and to have anti-cancer properties). Some exciting new research suggests that pomegranate juice slows the progression of certain cancers. Other research shows it lowers blood pressure and may even act as a "natural Viagra."
Tea deserves special mention on any list of the world's healthiest foods. The second most widely consumed beverage in the world (after water), all forms of tea (black, oolong, white, green and the newer Yerba Matte) are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories. Some types (green tea, for example) contain plant chemicals called catechins which have decidedly anti-cancer activity.
Finally, let's not forget members of the Alliaceae family of plants—onions, garlic and shallots. Garlic has been used for thousands of years for its medicinal properties; hundreds of published studies support its antimicrobial effects as well as its ability to lower the risk of heart disease. A number of studies have shown an inverse relationship between onion consumption and certain types of cancer.
A healthy diet doesn't have to contain every one of the "healthiest foods on earth," but you can't go wrong putting as many of the above mentioned foods in heavy rotation on your personal eating plan.
Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., is a board-certified nutritionist and the author of seven books on health and nutrition, including The 150 Most Effective Ways to Boost Your Energy and The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth.
Source: http://health.msn.com/nutrition/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100241585&page=2
As you are traveling through your day, your choices when ordering food or in the supermarket is very important. Once you start incorporating Healthy Foods into your diet choices, you will see a big difference in your energy, weight and 'well being'.
It's not hard to do, you just have to be consistent.
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