A Secret to Staying Young

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Your liver can become overloaded by having an unbalanced diet. A diet high in fat and sugar, low in protein, high in carbohydrates, low in fiber, low in fresh fruits and vegetables, excessive alcohol consumption and eating processed foods and fast food can overwhelm your liver.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Studies have shown massage offers several health benefits. It has shown to improve mood, quality of sleep, immune function, reduces anxiety, fatigue, headaches, and upset stomach.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

According to Dr. Gary Hunter at the University of Alabama
Birmingham, if you work every major muscle group twice
weekly, you can replace 5 to 10 years of lost muscle in just a
few months.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

To bring life and energy into your home, invest in green plants and fresh flowers.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

A study by the Southwestern Health Institute in Phoenix discovered that three out of 4 people who exercised in the morning were still exercising a year later. However, only half of those who waited until midday to exercise were still continuing their exercise habit a year later.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Staying well hydrated offers many health benefits. You are more likely to have smoother skin, regular bowel movements, have increased resistance to infections because of the moisturizing effect on the mucous lining of the respiratory tract and lower the risk of kidney stones and urinary tract infections.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Vernon Mark, M.D. at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston says that....

"A deficiency of water can alter the concentration of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and chloride, water has a profound effect on brain function and energy level"

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

According to Dr. Michael Colgan if you dehydrate a muscle by only 3%, you will lose 10% contractile strength and 8% of your speed. Staying hydrated is very important to both lifelong health and top physical performance.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

In North America 33% of children are overweight. This is putting children at an increased risk for cancer, heart disease, diabetes and hypertension. It is never too early to teach your children how to eat a nutritious, well-balanced diet.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Proper nutrition is one of the key components to creating a more shapely body. The foods you put in your body will account for up to 80% of your physique.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

A nutritious, colorful salad idea: Combine ½ cup each of shredded romaine lettuce, fresh spinach, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red cabbage, carrot and ¼ cup chopped red onion. Dressing: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard. Mix dressing well and toss with fresh vegetables.

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Adequate sleep is essential for good health. To ensure a good night's rest avoid eating shortly before bedtime. The process of digestion requires a lot of energy and may keep you up.