What Are You Feeding Your Cells?

Here is something to get you thinking...


Why is it, that intelligent human beings think we can build a strong, healthy, vital, energized, happy body out of: lifeless, virtually nutrient-free, chemically produced, processed, refined or otherwise treated, frozen, canned, instant, ready cooked, preserved, pesticide and herbicide sprayed, antibiotic and hormone treated, mineral and vitamin deficient, fat and sugar laden, chemically flavored and colored, dead and lifeless, so called "food" that we are sold believing it is fortification and nutrition for our body? Why are we so eager and able to please our palette and our belly but find it so difficult to feed our cells?



Why are we so willing to fall for all the marketing hype about new "man-made" (high in toxic additives, sugar, fat, synthetic vitamins, etc. and virtually devoid of any real nutritional value) food materials rather than look back to nature for "real food" that has been provided to feed and fortify all creatures on earth?



Even more ridiculous...



We then try to correct this state of malnutrition and toxicity by taking more foreign, toxic, biochemically havoc-wreaking medications instead of simply providing the correct balance of nutrients required by the body to grow, repair and heal. We would NEVER think to put "dirty gas" or a foreign substance (like soda) into our car's gas tank and expect the engine to run properly, yet we do it to our own body each and every day.



If you ask your body to do the impossible, which is build and repair health with missing or inferior building materials, you will feel it!



We can no longer afford not to take supplements when we realize that we simply do not get the nutritional elements our body requires through our diet. Our modern food industry, agricultural techniques and the typical North American diet have made the task of filling our stomachs and satisfying our taste buds easy, but, it has virtually destroyed our chances of fulfilling our cells' requirements for proper nutrition through diet alone.



Start thinking more mindfully about what you are fueling your body with, get started with high quality Shaklee supplements, and take care of the beautiful body you have been given, because it's the only one you get!


If you are confused about where to start with supplementation, please don't hesitate to contact me anytime. Also feel free to visit my website where you can learn more about the supplements that I recommend and use with my own family.

To Your Health,

Cara Nitz

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Fun October Activities

 

Trying to think of fun things to do? October is a beautiful month. Get out there and enjoy it!

*Take a ride in the car or on your bike (take the whole family) and check out all the beautiful colors of the leaves. Or take a walk in the woods or the park.

*Go to your local orchard and buy some fresh-picked fruit and fresh apple cider.  Spice it up, heat it up, or just pour a cup and enjoy.

*Get some great exercise and enjoy the smells of autumn by raking up the leaves in your yard. Make big piles of them. Before you bag them, have a little fun and jump into them with your kids.

*Go camping. Autumn is the perfect time for camping, not too hot during the day but cool enough in the evening to sit around a campfire and make s’mores.  Pitch a tent and enjoy a weekend of camping!

*October is the best month for scary movies. Go to your local video store and rent a handful of old horror films. Go home, pop the popcorn, turn out the lights and have your own family-night frightfest!

*Buy some pumpkins and have a pumpkin-carving contest with your family and friends. Decorate them and put them on your front porch.  They make great decorations for the kids who visit you on Halloween.

*If you have kids or grandkids, make them homemade Halloween costumes. It’s  great fun and you can work on the costumes together.  Remember to take lots of pictures of them in their great costumes!

*Do you have any local craft fairs or flea markets? October is a great month to get started on your holiday shopping!

*Support your local high school football team and attend a game. What’s more fun than sitting up in the bleachers on a cool evening, sipping hot chocolate, and cheering on the home team?

*Throw a Halloween party! Invite all of your friends but they have to wear a costume. Have a prize for the best costume. Make Halloween punch to drink and treats to eat. Play Halloween games.

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Enjoy the Beauty of Autumn!

 

  

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Finding Peace

 When you are at peace with yourself, you have a calm, steady feeling of contentment and satisfaction. In spite of whatever problems or unpleasantness you may have experienced or are currently facing, you are glad to be alive and know that you are where you need to be.

If you do not feel at peace with yourself for whatever reason(s), you can change that. You do not need to be stuck with feelings of discouragement, despair, anger, resentment, or sadness. You, and only you, are responsible for your own happiness; not your spouse, children, boss, or friends.

You are in charge of your emotional and mental destiny. Finding peace is all about learning how to undo the negative feelings to find long-term peace and contentment.

 STEPS TO FINDING PEACE

*Accept yourself. When you accept yourself as you are with all of your weaknesses, strengths, skills and talents, you will create a feeling of peace within yourself.

*NEVER judge yourself. You will always come up short because you will always be too hard on yourself. No one is perfect!

*Be active. The more you move your body, the more feel-good endorphins you release. You will feel better mentally, emotionally and physically. Take a walk every day.

*Be grateful. List everything in your life you are thankful for. As you practice gratitude, you will find that your thoughts of love and abundance intensify your feelings of inner peace.

*Release the past. You cannot change the past. If past memories are painful for you, release those memories and forgive yourself and/or others. Otherwise, you can never move on with your life and move into inner healing and peace.

WHAT GIVES YOU PLEASURE?

What makes YOU happy? What do YOU enjoy doing? What are YOU good at? Think of the activities that YOU enjoy the most, not your family or your friends.  Ultimately, if you are not happy, then those who love you will not be happy either because they see your pain and sadness.

Allow yourself the freedom to indulge in the things that give you pleasure. By giving yourself permission to engage in these activities, you are enhancing your feelings of satisfaction, achievement and success. You will raise your self-respect and your sense of worth.

As time goes on and you continue to participate daily in activities that you enjoy, the more confident you will feel about your life and the decisions you make. Your life will become more pleasant and satisfying. Your family will notice the changes in you and respond in kind.

 

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Feel Better

Everyone has times when they are discouraged, depressed, anxious or their life just sucks. For those times when you are feeling blue, remember, there are lots and lots of ways to feel better. Some of them are easy; some require a little more work. You simply need to make the effort!

HAVE FUN!

Do you remember what it was like to have fun when you were a kid? I’ll bet it was simple things like playing outside with your friends, riding your bike, or drawing and coloring pictures. The simple things are the best things when it comes to having fun.

1. Laugh. Laugh often. Laugh out loud.
2. Take a walk.
3. Go for a drive.
4. Ride your bike.
5. Play with your kids or grandkids.
6. Play with your dog.
7. Play a sport.
8. Go swimming.
9. Go roller-skating.
10. Work in your garden.
11. If you can’t go outside, watch movies.
12. Listen to music you love.
13. Read a good book.
14. Try out some new recipes.
15. Paint or draw a picture.
16. Play board games with your family.
17. Do puzzles, crosswords, or crafts.
18. Play video games or email your friends.

Make your own list of all of the things you can think of that you enjoy doing. If you really try, you can come up with many, many things. Simply by making the list, you will start to cheer up and feel better.

The key to feeling better is to truly want to do whatever it takes to change how you feel right now. It requires time, effort and energy. The reward is the experience of feeling happiness again.

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Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids, or piles, are swollen blood vessels around the anus. Any obstructions or increase of pressure in these blood vessels can cause hemorrhoids. There are two types of hemorrhoids, external and internal.

External hemorrhoids: This type of hemorrhoids is seen outside the anal opening and is covered by skin. It is black or brown in color. It is very painful due to the rich nerve supply in this area.

Internal hemorrhoids: Located inside the anal canal and internal to the anal orifice. It is covered by mucous membrane and is red or purple in color. These are painless.

Sometimes internal and external hemorrhoids can occur at the same time.

WHAT CAUSES HEMORRHOIDS?

Hemorrhoids occur only in animals who maintain an erect posture. This is due to congestion in the rectal veins due to the effect of gravity.

*It is common in individuals who have chronic constipation.

*It is common in those who eat a lot of meat and spicy food.

*It is common during pregnancy due to compression of rectal veins by the uterus.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HEMORRHOIDS

*Anal itching, anal ache or pain, especially while sitting or during bowel movements.

*Bleeding - Bright red blood on toilet tissue, stool, or in the toilet bowl.

*Protruding mass - In external hemorrhoids the swelling can be felt around the anal orifice. In case of internal hemorrhoids, initially it cannot be felt. When the disease progresses, they protrude during bowel movements and will go inside automatically. If the condition worsens, the protruded hemorrhoids will not go back into the anus.

TREATMENT OF HEMORRHOIDS

Initially it is treated on the basis of symptoms. Constipation should be treated. If there is anemia, iron should be given. Homoeopathic medicines can give good results. Hemorrhoids can be removed surgically if no relief is found from other treatments.

HOW TO PREVENT HEMORRHOIDS

*Eat a high fiber diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains.

*Avoid excessive intake of meat and spicy food.

*Drink lots of water.

*Maintain regular bowel habits.

*Take treatment for constipation.

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Stretch Marks

Skin does not bounce back if it's been stretched by rapid growth. Stretch marks, or striae, are lesions that tend to form in the dermis during periods of hormonal flux, with weight gain or loss, pregnancy, and other periods of hormonal change. When our body's elastic fibers deep beneath the epidermis become damaged, these scars can appear.

Women often tend to get them on their breasts, thighs, hips, abdomen, arms, around the belly button, buttocks, and back. This is especially true during puberty and pregnancy when a rapid onset of marks can appear. Initially they may be red, but as the redness fades, they may turn white.

MINIMIZING THE CHANCES FOR STRETCH MARKS

*Make sure your skin is always moist. This helps in stretching the skin and not tearing it.

*Eat healthy and stay in shape. This helps to keep off any excess weight.

*Drink plenty of water. Staying hydrated helps keep the skin more flexible and healthy.

HOW TO REMOVE STRETCH MARKS

EXFOLIATION - Utilizing an exfoliation technique can minimize stretch marks. Get an over-the-counter exfoliation cream and apply this to the areas with stretch marks. This can help strip the dead skin color cells from the surface making sure that new skin tone can grow without having the appearance of scars anymore.

On the other hand, these stretch marks may not be completely removed simply because you have only treated the surface of the problem. If you need a cure that will reach the root of the problem then creams and oils can assist with this.

CREAMS: There are many lotions that claim to help prevent stretch marks. Natural creams use substances like cocoa butter, squalene oil, and/or aloe vera. These varieties of solutions penetrate into the dermis to stimulate the healing of tissues and also the production of collagen. You should also use creams and lotions with vitamins A and E in them.

LASER STRETCH MARK REMOVAL: This sort of procedure is best suited for skin scars that are newly formed. When the marks are already old, the treatment may not be capable of removing all of the scars. Laser therapy uses a controlled beam of laser that focuses on the affected region and breaks down scarred tissues making sure that once the scar tissues are gone, new collagen and skin tone cells will start to develop. Collagen helps keep the pores and skin tissues strong so that it will no longer break when stretched.

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Bad Breath

Millions of people suffer from bad breath, either chronically or occasionally. The offensive odor from the mouth can be very unpleasant. What causes bad breath?

CAUSES OF BAD BREATH

Poor oral hygiene:

If oral hygiene is not maintained properly, the mouth becomes a receptacle for bacteria that produces offensive gases by degrading food debris. Bad breath is more severe in those who do not brush their teeth regularly.

Bad breath is common in almost all people in the morning on waking. During sleep there is less production of saliva. Saliva has antibacterial properties that help to keep the mouth clean. Therefore, the reduction in its quantity during sleep makes a favorable condition for bacteria.

Food habits:

The main cause of bad smell is due to degradation of protein by the bacteria. All food products rich in protein increase bad breath. Meat, fish, milk products, eggs, sugar-laden foods, and coffee can also cause bad breath.

Some food articles can produce a particular type of smell that is unpleasant such as eating a raw onion or garlic. However, if proper, regular cleaning is done, the smell can be reduced irrespective of the nature of food.

Biofilm:

There is a formation of a thin sticky coating called biofilm on the tongue and oral mucosa. This thick coating on the tongue is always associated with bad breath.

Gingivitis:

The gum is a mucus membrane with supporting connective tissue covering the tooth. The main function of the gum is protection. Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gum.

Due to various causes, gum tissue can get infected resulting in swelling, pain and discharge. This discharge can produce offensive smells.

Gum retraction:

When the gums retract from the teeth, a gap is developed that lodges food particles and causes bad breath.

Dentures:

Denture users may complain about a bad smell due to the lodging of small food debris between the dentures and the mouth. Regular cleaning of the dentures is vital to maintain an odor-free area.

Tobacco:

Tobacco chewing is associated with bad breath. The smell of tobacco itself is unpleasant. Tobacco can irritate the mucus membrane and cause ulcers and coatings. Gingivitis and pyorrhea are common in tobacco chewers.

Smoking:

Smokers always have a bad smell. Smoking can also produce lesions in the mouth and lungs causing bad breath. Smoking increases carbon dioxide in the oral cavity and reduces the oxygen level, causing a favorable condition for bacteria.

CURES FOR BAD BREATH

Oral hygiene:

Mouth should be kept clean every time after eating to reduce the bacterial action. If you cannot brush your teeth every time after eating, gargle with lukewarm water. Brushing and flossing should be done twice daily.

Brushing techniques:

Normal brushing technique should be followed for best results. Do not brush too vigorously. It causes damage to the gums.

Tongue cleaning:

White or yellowish coating on the tongue can cause bad breath. This is more marked in the morning and should be removed twice daily with the help of a tongue cleaner. Tongue cleaner must be used gently.

Tooth pick:

A tooth pick is a small strip of wood or plastic with a pointed end. This is used to remove food particles lodged between the gaps. This is very useful after eating meat and fish. Use gently to avoid damage to gums.

Gargling:

After every meal, gargle with lukewarm water or with mouthwash. Different types of mouth wash are available. Gargling with mouthwash can also reduce bad breath.

Water intake:

Dryness in the mouth can make a favorable condition for bacterial activity resulting in bad odor. Saliva is needed to keep the mouth moist and to reduce bacterial proliferation. Production of saliva is closely related with water balance of the body. Sufficient quantity of water should be taken to maintain the production of saliva.

Mouth fresheners:

Natural and artificial mouth fresheners can reduce the intensity of bad breath to some extent. Chewing spices like clove, cinnamon, and ginger is useful. All citrus fruits can reduce bad odor.

OTHER CURES

Remove the cause:

Bad breath is common in some general and systemic diseases like diabetes, fevers, gastric disorders, and liver diseases. By removing or reducing the primary cause the bad breath will be eliminated.

Modern medicine:

If bad breath is due to an infection, taking antibiotics, anti-fungal or anti- viral medicines will help. If it is due to an autoimmune or chronic inflammatory condition, steroids may be used. Saliva producing tablets can also be used.

Dental cleaning:

Dental cleaning done by a dentist can remove the dental plaques and tartar. This can reduce the severity of bad breath. Visit your dentist at least once a year.

Filling of caries:

Since caries are one of the causes for bad breath they should be filled by a dentist. If the pulp cavity is affected by the caries, a root canal treatment can be done.

Tooth extraction:

If caries are deep, it can cause destruction of the teeth. This causes a bad smell. Extraction is the better choice and a dental implant can be kept in the gap.

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Procrastination

If you are a procrastinator, you know how it can easily become a habit. Once it does, it erodes your capacity to function effectively. However, it can be a tough habit to break. With some honest self-assessment and an organized and attainable plan of attack, you can successfully overcome it.

BE GENTLE.

Be gentle with yourself when you decide to kick your procrastination habit. It may be so ingrained within you that you don't fully recognize all the ways you actually procrastinate. Where to start?

Start out by taking a large or complicated task and breaking it down into smaller parts that you can accomplish more easily. It's important to remember that the most difficult tasks are really just a series of small tasks.

COMMIT.

Make a verbal commitment to someone else about improving your time management skills and your desire to avoid procrastinating. Allow others to become involved in your efforts by reviewing your progress. This will help you set deadlines.

Evaluating your results can be very helpful. This will most likely create a commitment on your part to fulfill the expectations they've set for you.

PLAN.

Sit down and map out a plan to manage your time more effectively. When a deadline is looming, make sure you allot time each day to work on the project so it doesn't sneak up on you in the final hours or days. Learn to ask for help when you're feeling overwhelmed or overworked.

REWARD.

Reward yourself for good behavior and accomplished goals. Don't wait until you've accomplished the ultimate goal, but reward yourself for your successes along the way. Make sure the reward is something you like to do.

Treat yourself to the newest book by your favorite author and take the time to read it. Indulge in bubble baths or relaxing music. If you've gotten into the habit of working late, make sure you develop a new habit of going home on time each night.

SUCCESS.

By making a commitment to avoid procrastination, you'll soon be well on your way to finding more time in your life to do the things you enjoy. You will be more relaxed, more productive and less stressed.

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Prostate Cancer

The prostate is a glandular organ present in males. It surrounds the neck of the bladder and the first part of the urethra and contributes a secretion to the semen. The gland is conical in shape. Since the first part of the urethra passes through the bladder, any lesion in the prostate will cause difficulty in passing urine.

Prostate cancer spreads quickly. Cancer of the prostate is directly linked with the male sex hormones. If the sex hormone levels increase, the growth rate of cancer also increases. After the removal of testes there is a marked reduction in the size of the tumor.

What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?

The signs and symptoms depend upon the stage of the cancer:

1) No symptoms – The tumor is small and only in the posterior lobe. This is diagnosed accidentally.

2) Slight difficulty in urination - The tumor is enlarged and the urethra is slightly compressed. Following this period there will be a frequent urge for urination with difficulty in urination.

3) When the tumor spreads to all nearby areas including the neck of the bladder and urethra, urination is painful with bleeding. Urine comes drop by drop.

4) Retention of urine - When the urethra is completely compressed there is retention of urine. This can lead to renal failure. In this condition, patient may have convulsions and slip into a coma.

Signs and Symptoms of Metastasis:

1) Back pain due to spread of cancer cells to the vertebrae.

2) Fracture of spine due to cancerous growth in the spine.

3) Swelling, pain and fluid collection in the abdomen due to lesions in the abdomen.

4) Respiratory complaints due to cancer of lymph nodes and lungs.

5) General weakness due to spread of cancer to different parts of the body.

Prostate Cancer Treatments:

1) Specific treatment is removal of prostate.

2) Dialysis is needed if there is kidney failure.

3) Hormone therapy

4) Chemotherapy

5) Radiation

6) Homoeopathy - Homoeopathic medicines can provide great relief and increase the life span.

7) Yoga and meditation

If you have any of the symptoms associate with prostate cancer, please see your doctor immediately. Early detection is vital.

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Thyroid and Weight Loss

Is there a connection between your thyroid and weight loss? Yes. Your thyroid determines your body’s metabolic rate. Any malfunction or disease afflicting the thyroid directly affects your metabolism. You may gain weight, lose weight, or find that losing weight is more difficult than usual.

Hyperthyroidism, a condition causing an overactive thyroid, causes the metabolism to skyrocket. Because the metabolism is increased, you may lose weight even though you are eating more. Though this sounds great, it is actually hazardous to your health.

Some of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism are heart palpitations, nervousness, insomnia, fatigue, hair loss, trembling hands and weight loss. If you suspect you have hyperthyroidism, you should consult a doctor.

Hypothyroidism works in the opposite direction, slowing down metabolism causing the body to gain weight without increasing food intake. Like hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism causes a general weakness in the body. It too may need special treatment from a doctor and may cause serious health problems if left unattended.

The best way to lose weight is to limit calorie intake. However, many people who diet do not take into account the effect of their metabolism on their weight loss efforts. Since decreasing calorie intake causes weight loss, some people assume that cutting calories by extreme measures will cause quicker weight loss.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t work that way. While cutting calories helps weight loss, consuming too little calories pushes the body into starvation mode. The body’s metabolism slows down to adapt to the smaller amount of available energy. If your body enters this mode, it will work at such a slow metabolism that losing weight becomes impossible.

When your metabolism slows due to a drastic reduction in calories and you suddenly eat a calorie-filled meal, you gain more weight because of the sudden increased surplus of energy. This is why an imbalanced eating plan is not effective. The sudden loss and increase of calories will cause an imbalance in one’s energy consumption directly affecting fat deposit.

In the end it all comes down to math. If you consume more calories than your body needs, it will store those calories as fat. To reduce calories without slowing down metabolism, you must increase your body movement.

The most successful weight loss technique is calorie reduction combined with exercise. This way, the body does not slow its metabolism. Only then can weight loss occur. Try to incorporate some kind of physical movement for twenty minutes every day. The best way to burn fat is aerobic exercise and the best aerobic exercise is simple walking. Try it.

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Sensitive Teeth

Millions of people suffer from sensitive teeth, a condition that causes discomfort and pain that can make eating and drinking a nightmare. As a rule, this condition presents tooth pain after drinking cold liquid, eating hot or cold foods, or breathing cold air.

If the pain becomes too much to bear, you should immediately see your dentist, as the nerve of your tooth could be exposed. Sensitivity in the teeth starts when the gums begin to pull away from the teeth. The gums cover and protect the teeth’s roots. When the gums recede and pull away, the roots have no protection and are exposed.

The exposed root tips contain small tubules that lead directly to the nerves of the teeth. Whenever pressure, hot, or cold elements travel down the tubules, it will trigger the nerves and result in pain. Those who don’t have sensitive teeth will have their gums covering the tubules, preventing this type of pain.

The idea is to stop tooth sensitivity and keep the gums healthy. If you reduce the pressure you use when brushing your teeth, you’ll find that your gums will remain healthy. When taught to brush their teeth, most people are instructed to use a lot of force. This will tear at the gums, leading to sensitive teeth.

Even if you have sensitive teeth, there are ways you can improve your gums and your teeth. The first thing you should do is start using an electric toothbrush. Electric toothbrushes clean your teeth without exerting pressure. This prevents you from brushing your teeth too hard.

For toothpastes, there are several on the market that contain potassium nitrate that reduce pain and discomfort associated with sensitivity. Although there are several to choose from, Sensodyne is recommended by dentists as the best because it affects the nerve of the tooth and stops the pain where it starts.

Mouthwash can also help tooth sensitivity, providing it contains fluoride. ACT Restoring Anticavity Fluoride Mouthwash is the #1 dentist recommended mouthwash. It not only kills bad breath germs, it strengthens enamel to prevent tooth decay and restores essential minerals to weak spots. (This mouthwash is amazing. I use it and my visits to the dentist have improved dramatically!)

If you start using fluoride toothpaste such as Sensodyne and fluoride mouthwash, you’ll notice a big improvement in your teeth and gums. The sensitivity will begin going away, giving you almost immediate relief. When you brush, make sure you brush gently, and avoid using any type of force, as it will always cause your gums to recede again.

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How to Meditate

Do you want to learn how to meditate? Meditation refers to a state where your body and mind are consciously relaxed and focused. Those who practice this art report increased awareness, focus, and concentration, as well as a more positive outlook in life. You don’t have to be a monk or mystic to enjoy its benefits nor do you need to be in a special place to practice it.

Although there are many different approaches to meditation, the fundamental principles remain the same. The most important among these principles is that of removing obstructive, negative, and wandering thoughts and fantasies, and calming the mind with a deep sense of focus. This clears the mind of debris and prepares it for a higher quality of activity.

The negative thoughts you have, those of noisy neighbors, bossy officemates, and the stress of not enough money to pay your bills, are said to contribute to the ‘polluting’ of the mind, and shutting them out allows for the cleansing of the mind so that it may focus on deeper, more meaningful thoughts.

Some practitioners shut out all sensory input, no sights, no sounds, and nothing to touch, and try to detach themselves from everything around them. You now focus on a deep, profound thought. It may seem deafening at first, since we are all accustomed to being constantly bombarded by external stimuli, but as you continue to practice, you will find yourself becoming more aware of everything around you.

Do not worry about the position you are in. You must be in a position that is as comfortable as possible. This makes it more conducive to concentration. You can sit, stand, lie down or walk. The back should be straight, but not tense or tight. In other positions, the only no-no is slouching and falling asleep. Loose, comfortable clothes help since tight fitting clothes have a tendency to make you feel tense.

The place you meditate should have a soothing atmosphere. It may be in your living room, or bedroom, or any place that you feel comfortable in. You might want an exercise mat if you plan to take on the more challenging positions and you may want to have the place arranged so that it is soothing to your senses.

Silence helps most people relax and meditate, so you may want a quiet, isolated area far from the ringing of the phone or the humming of the washing machine. Pleasing scents also help, so stocking up on aromatic candles isn’t such a bad idea either.

The monks you see on television making those monotonous sounds are actually performing their mantra. This, in simple terms, is a simple sound that, for these practitioners, holds a mystic value. You do not need to perform this, however, you should note that focusing on repeated actions such as breathing, and humming help the practitioner enter a higher state of consciousness.

The principle here is focus. You could also try focusing on a certain object or thought, or even, while keeping your eyes open, focus on a single sight. Something to try while in a meditative state, silently name every part of your body and focus your consciousness on that part. While doing this you should be aware of any tension in any part of your body. Mentally visualize releasing this tension. It works wonders. Studies have shown that meditation does bring about beneficial physiologic effects to the body and mind.

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Health and Aging

If you want to increase your chances of living a longer, disease-free life, you must start working to take care of yourself now. Taking care of yourself now will help reduce your chances of developing diseases later on. Stopping the clock is impossible so learn how to stay healthy and take care of yourself.

Start out by taking your multivitamins. Taking vitamins is one of the most important things you can do. Vitamins provide your body with repair tools. They lessen the dangers and the risk of developing some of the chronic diseases that you can acquire as you age.

Diet alone doesn’t normally give a person all the vitamins that they need. In fact, many people in the world suffer malnutrition despite the fact that they eat three meals per day. People eat too much fast food, go on fad diets, and eat processed foods that harm the body. This builds stress in the body that causes loss of vitamins.

Maybe you’re a person who eats many processed foods because of your busy life style and there is just no time to cook the right meals. You could be one that stops off at a fast food place to eat three or four times a week before going to work or home from work because you are just too tired to fix supper.

Remember, eating all that fast food isn’t good for the digestive system and all that fat is very unhealthy. Take time to fix a well-balanced meal and sit down to enjoy it with your family. Doing this will cut down on the calorie intake and help to relieve stress.

Stop worrying about everyone else. Take time out for you. Stress is bad for your heart, which affects your blood pressure and nervous system. Stress can cause many things, even increasing the chances for obesity. The world is turning at such a fast pace that there is never time to take care of us, so start now.

Try doing a little exercise to stay healthy as you age. Every little bit of exercise you do is better than none at all. An average person should exercise at least 3 times a week for 30 minutes. Walking is a great exercise. It helps you keep those muscles more flexible and stronger.

Happiness is another way to stay healthy as you age. If you are not happy, find out why, and turn it around. Being happy is a good way to keep the stress away. Don’t let yourself get depressed. It will age you quicker and can cause you to become very sick.

There is no way you can stop aging but you can slow it down by staying in good health. Keep yourself happy, do those exercises and take those vitamins. Staying active helps keeps the stress level down, keeps you stronger, and most importantly, makes you feel better.

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