Did You POOP Today?
If you’re like many Americans, constipation is something you’ve experienced. Over 4 million people each year report being constipated. Cases of colon cancer are rising steadily. To understand why you may be suffering, you first need to know...
Healthy nutrition for children
When growing up, it's important to have healthy nutrition for children. Since their bodies are in a state of constant growth, a lack of vitamins and minerals can result in poor growth processes and problems later in life. It is important for your...
Some Healthy Nutrition
Below are listed some foods that are containing ingredients of
healthy nutrition.
Berries are incredible antioxidants
Ah, the sweet taste of fresh berries! Berries are actually good
for you and contain plant nutrients called...
Why "Awareness Programs" Stink!
You have permission to publish this article electronically or in print as long as the bylines are included. Notification of print would be appreciated. I am writing this article at the risk of stepping on a lot of toes! Hopefully you do...
Zeroing in on the Prevention of Heart Disease
More Americans succumb to the effects of heart disease than any other illness. Rated the number one killer, heart-related ailments are brought about by a variety of circumstances – some of which are preventable.
The power that each individual...
The Nutritional Facts About Arthritis
'Arthritis' means inflammation of a joint and the two major
forms of arthritis are Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis.
Common in the elderly is the Osteoarthritis; this mainly affects
the weight-bearing joints such as the hips, spine, knees, elbows
and also the finger joints. The cartilage is worn away producing
pain and stiffness. Rheumatoid arthritis can affect the whole
body not just the joints.
A diet high in fruits and vegetables (vitamin C and E) can slow
the onslaught of Arthritis and also reduce pain and
inflammation. Eating oily fish such as salmon, tuna, herring,
mackerel, trout, sardines which are high in Omega-3 fish oil
which has an anti-inflammatory effect may be beneficial in
reducing inflammation, swelling and pain. Avoiding adrenal
stimulants such as coffee, tea, sugar, alcohol and refined
carbohydrates and drinking plenty of mineral water
will also
help.
Losing excess weight, gentle exercise, applying hot and cold
compresses and sleeping on a comfortable bed will also be
beneficial.
The following supplements may help if you are suffering from
Arthritis.
Aloe vera Antioxidant complex Bone mineral complex Cod liver oil
- high strength Devil's claw extract Glucosamine sulphate
Multivitamin and multiminerals New Zealand green-lipped mussel
extract Omega-3 fish oil Vitamin B5 Vitamin C Vitamin E
Note: Before taking any supplements please consult your Doctor
and a Nutritional Therapist, some supplements can cause adverse
health problems when taken with prescribed medicine or when
suffer from a certain illness.