! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !

Ten Superfoods for Age-Defying Beauty

2006-03-14T08:28:00.000-05:00

Ten Superfoods for Age-Defying Beauty: "Ten Superfoods for Age-Defying BeautyTen foods for age-defying beauty The benefits from eating healthy are endless."

WeightWatchers.com

2006-02-13T14:43:00.000-05:00

WeightWatchers.com: "Yo-Yo No MoreThe question is: How do you get a net weight loss? Check out these five great keys for making your dieting success stay: 1. Don't let the risk of yo-yo dieting stop you from attempting to lose weight if you need to. 2. Plot progress charts and learn from your own feedback. See if you can see what you were doing differently in the weeks when you started adding

AstrologyZone

2006-01-28T19:38:00.000-05:00

AstrologyZone: "40% carbs, 30% protein, and 30% fat"

AstrologyZone

2006-01-28T19:36:00.000-05:00

AstrologyZone: "Did you make a New Year's resolution to lose weight? This same new moon on January 29 will be the time to begin. Saturn's somewhat cranky angle to that moon will actually allow you to morph your body into something smaller, as odd as that might sound!The way to do this is to start to exercise more rigorously at month's end, but not to starve yourself. Let your body get used to the

Heart Health Tips: Your Daily Checklist for Lowering High Blood Pressure

2006-01-09T17:53:00.000-05:00

Heart Health Tips: Your Daily Checklist for Lowering High Blood Pressure: "# Maintain a healthy weight.# Try to get at least 30 minutes of physical activity most days of the week.# Eat a diet low in saturated and total fat, and high in fresh fruits and low-fat dairy# products.# Choose foods that are lower in salt and other forms of sodium.# Thoroughly read food labels.# If you drink alcohol,

Is 50 the new 30?

2005-12-06T08:16:00.000-05:00

On the Today show, headlines read, "Is 50 the New 30?" Why yes, why yes I believe it is!

More reasons to get your heart and lungs healthy

2005-11-01T07:55:00.000-05:00

Convenient access to regular exercise that can help you maintain a healthy weight and also lower your risk for: # Heart disease # High blood pressure # Diabetes # Colon cancer # Depression and anxiety

MyPyramid.gov - United States Department of Agriculture

2005-10-23T11:26:00.000-04:00

Well, well, lookie here! USDA has made some improvements!! MyPyramid.gov - United States Department of Agriculture: "Based on the information you provided and the average needs for your age, gender and physical activity [Age: 40, Sex: female, Physical Activity: Less than 30 Minutes] your results indicate that you should eat these amounts from the following food groups daily. Your results are

Qi Development: What is Qi? - Yo-san University

2005-10-22T07:49:00.000-04:00

Qi is the basic matter of the universe. It is vital energy, the life force that animates and sustains human beings. Although Qi cannot be measured or touched, we are able to experience it as strong or weak. Qigong is the method by which we can activate or help a smooth flow of Qi through the body via a series of movements, both internal and external. Qigong works to heal the body and train the

Acupuncture.Com - Diet & Nutrition - TCM Diet

2005-07-28T09:56:00.000-04:00

Acupuncture.Com - Diet & Nutrition - TCM Diet: "The Chinese viewpoint of a balanced diet is very different from that in the West. In the Chinese system, a balanced diet is one which includes all 5 tastes - spicy, sour, bitter, sweet, and salty. Foods and herbs which have a particular taste tend to have particular properties. For example, bitter herbs and foods tend to be drying and Cold. This

The South Beach Diet Online - Learn to Lose Weight Online Today!

2005-06-06T10:51:00.000-04:00

The South Beach Diet Online - Learn to Lose Weight Online Today!: "The South Beach Diet is not low-fat or low-carb. It teaches you to rely on the right carbs and the right fats. Developed by renowned cardiologist Dr. Arthur Agatston, the South Beach Diet is a clinically tested program that will not only help you lose weight but also improve your health." The South Beach Diet is not low-carb. Nor

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !

2005-06-06T10:49:00.000-04:00

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !: "retains the best part of the Atkins regime--meat--while losing the tenet that all carbs should be avoided. Instead, Agatston encourages a well-balanced diet that includes plenty of fruit, vegetables and whole grains, plus nuts and healthy oils...''"

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !

2005-06-06T10:48:00.000-04:00

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !: "For breakfast, choose ONE from each of the following two lists: LIST A An egg or 6 egg whites A 1-inch cube (1 oz.) of low-fat cheese or soy cheese A slice of cheese ? cup of part-skim ricotta cheese A chicken drumstick with skin or 2 without skin A slice of lean ham 2 slices of Canadian-style bacon A Tbsp. of peanut butter Any protein-rich food with a POINTS

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !

2005-06-06T10:47:00.000-04:00

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !: "More on Carbs by American Heart Association ''... diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish have been associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. '1 – American Heart Association' // posted by kate @ 5.1.04"

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !

2005-06-06T10:46:00.000-04:00

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !: "Helpful Hints A little of this a little of that. If you are like me, you found a few special treats (bagel with cream cheese? real butter?) and started applying it all the time. I believe a few minor adjustments will get me back on track, it has before, and maybe it can for you too! Good cholesterol and fat through: olive oil salmon artichoke guacamole some

Kutaki no Mura - Forum

2005-06-01T07:03:00.000-04:00

Kutaki no Mura - Forum

eFitness

2005-02-14T22:30:00.000-05:00

eFitness

The Aikido FAQ: Healing with Ki

2005-02-04T07:37:00.000-05:00

The Aikido FAQ: Healing with Ki: "From: Diana Robson Alan, I don't know where you stand in the Ki wars, so I'll make this suggestion, if you want to, think of it as theraputic touch (which has been documeted as real and is used in hospitals a great deal, especially with infants (who are not suseptible to placebo effects (I don't think :-))). In any case, touch the sore place softly, with Ki

The Aikido FAQ: Aikido stories and anecdotes

2005-02-04T07:18:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Sandy iun CT for this story! The Aikido FAQ: Aikido stories and anecdotes: "A few years ago, waking up from general anaesthesia after out-patient surgery, I came to flat on my back and looking up at a nurse who had a rather puzzled and concerned look on her face. She and a few colleagues had been gently shaking me to bring me around, and I had unconsciously taken her wrist in a

The Yankee Flyer - Page 8

2005-01-08T16:23:00.000-05:00

The Yankee Flyer - Page 8: "ACUPUNCTURE, Qigong healing and herbs - Effective and natural healing from ancient traditions, in harmony with modern medical science. Now accepting new patients. Char Marie Bush, L.Ac.- Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM). 44 Court Street, Windsor, CT. Visit our website at www.classicalhealing.com. Call for appointment, (860) 217-0999."

2005: eFitness: Ice Skating

2005-01-03T07:49:00.000-05:00

eFitness: "A thorough loosening of stiff muscles before skating will help prevent injury and greatly increase your enjoyment of the sport. Pay particular attention to stretching your Achilles tendons and the muscles of your calves. While it may not be possible for you to skate often enough to maintain a high level of fitness, ice skating -- as a supplementary aerobic exercise -- can provide a

Abraham Maslow

2004-11-22T22:01:00.000-05:00

Abraham Maslow "This is Maslow’s understanding of neurosis. Perhaps you went through a war as a kid. Now you have everything your heart needs -- yet you still find yourself obsessing over having enough money and keeping the pantry well-stocked. Or perhaps your parents divorced when you were young. Now you have a wonderful spouse -- yet you get insanely jealous or worry constantly that they

2004-10-16T16:35:00.000-04:00

Lilly Pads from Carlton Stream, Troy Maine. Photos By Kate Shorey, Shorey-Bergeron DigiArt 2004

2004-10-16T16:34:00.000-04:00

Lovely View off the camp, looks like another world at this angle..

2004-10-16T16:13:00.000-04:00

Sandy Stream, Unity, Maine.. in search of herons...

Center for Holistic Instruction - Hydration/Dehydration

2004-08-11T12:41:00.000-04:00

"Don’t substitute caffeinated coffees, teas and sodas for water. Caffeine acts as a diuretic, causing you to lose water through increased urination. Alcoholic beverages have a similar effect." More:Center for Holistic Instruction - Hydration/Dehydration

water.com

2004-08-11T12:40:00.000-04:00

water.com: "'The net result is that most Americans are probably only getting about a third of the valuable hydration benefits they need,' says Barbara Levine, R.D.,Ph.D., Director of the Nutrition Information Center. 'The vast majority aren't drinking enough water to begin with, and, to make matters worse, many don't realize that beverages containing alcohol and caffeine actually rob the body of

Yoga At Your Desk - Newsletter

2004-08-11T12:39:00.000-04:00

Yoga At Your Desk - Newsletter: "Daily Recommendations The recommended daily serving of 8 to 12 8-oz glasses of water may seem extreme but in truth only just meets our daily requirement. If you are participating in any aerobic exercise your need for fluid will be greatly increased and you should consume an additional 1 to 3 cups of water per hour of exercise."

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !

2004-08-05T17:55:00.000-04:00

! Health Explosion 2002-2004 !: "The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines "

Not Doing Your Best

2004-03-18T23:52:00.000-05:00

Not Doing Your Best: "Life is not linear We are always encouraged to do our best in life. We're very aware when we run out of energy or focus and can't do our best any longer. Sometimes we justify it by circumstances, and sometimes we feel guilty about it. Always, we feel like it would be better if somehow we could have done our best one more time. More than that, we expect progress.

Graphic Arts Advocacy: About the Guild

2004-02-23T00:32:00.000-05:00

Graphic Arts Advocacy: About the Guild: "The Graphic Artists Guild is a national union of illustrators, designers, web creators, production artists, surface designers and other creatives who have come together to pursue common goals, share their experience, raise industry standards, and improve the ability of visual creators to achieve satisfying and rewarding careers."

WeightWatchers.com

2004-02-08T14:28:00.000-05:00

I have been researching just how often I should get to the gym. My current fitness trainer says 4 days in a row. Previous trainer said every other day. I have a tendancy to over do my excersize when it's been a few days, and that tends to keep me out another few days. Then I read this: "... exercise should be a vital part of your daily routine. "It's the single best thing you can habitually

Skate to be Happy

2004-01-24T11:12:00.000-05:00

Looking for places to Ice Skate? Di Castaldi provides MANY links and phone numbers. Loomis Chaffee School, Island Road, Windsor. 687-6000.

Chief Learning Officer?

2004-01-22T10:50:00.000-05:00

http://www.clomedia.com/content/templates/clo_webonly.asp?articleid=306&zoneid=78

Celebrate Solstice by releasing your regrets into the darkness and enjoying a visit from St. Lucy -- Beliefnet.com

2004-01-08T11:52:00.000-05:00

More ways to give light to the solstice! Celebrate Solstice by releasing your regrets into the darkness and enjoying a visit from St. Lucy -- Beliefnet.com: "As you mark the Winter Solstice, you should enjoy yourself as much as possible/ because this will bring back light (and lightness) into the world. Different traditions mention feasting, gambling, playing pranks, giving gifts, visiting,

Avocados: Heart Smart

2004-01-05T00:44:00.000-05:00

. Once peeled, sprinkle with lemon or lime juice and store, refrigerated, in an airtight container. What to do with Avocados With their bright-green color and creamy texture, avocados are a versatile fruit that seem like a vegetable. They work especially well in combination with crunchier and spicier ingredients. One of the avocado's most popular uses is in the Mexican dip guacamole. For a

Good food Choices

2004-01-05T00:38:00.000-05:00

Higher protein eating By Weight Watchers | 10/1/2003 If you love high-protein foods, the Guide to Higher Protein Eating is for you. This Guide allows you to eat the high-protein foods you love while helping you meet your daily POINTS® Target. You can develop the pattern of the Higher Protein eating style from the POINTSpie™ by following this menu model. Keep in mind that this Guide provides a

Choosing proteins and fats

2004-01-05T00:37:00.000-05:00

As you add foods to the model, focus on protein-rich foods such as lean meats, fish, and poultry as well as eggs and low-fat cheese. Also add foods with unsaturated fat such as canola or olive oil, nuts, and seeds.

From Wieghtwatchers.com, on carbs...

2004-01-05T00:33:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness! "Understanding what the various carbohydrate-rich foods provide—nutrients, eating pleasure, convenience, sweetness—can help you make smart choices throughout the day. Consider the following: "Whole grains such as brown rice, whole-wheat pasta, whole-wheat bread, rolled oats, and high-fiber breakfast cereals are minimally processed and provide many essential nutrients. For

More on Carbs by American Heart Association

2004-01-05T00:31:00.000-05:00

""... diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish have been associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. "1 – American Heart Association"

On Carbs

2004-01-05T00:17:00.000-05:00

"Fact is, any calories eaten beyond what your body burns are stored as body fat." (Mike, Peg, even broccoli?) Don't overeat, AND eat better! "Many carbs — including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and non-fat dairy — provide essential nutrients and are vital to your health and well-being. On the other hand, excess consumption of saturated fat and trans fat has been repeatedly shown to hurt

Helpful Hints

2004-01-04T23:57:00.000-05:00

A little of this a little of that. If you are like me, you found a few special treats (bagel with cream cheese? real butter?) and started applying it all the time. I believe a few minor adjustments will get me back on track, it has before, and maybe it can for you too! Good cholesterol and fat through: olive oil salmon artichoke guacamole some cheeses More Hints: … About Small Eating Changes

Can't Stop Overeating?

2004-01-04T23:48:00.000-05:00

Identify the inner resource you need to respond the way you want. Ann knew that she needed to feel overwhelming love and respect for herself in order to deal with rough spots. Remember a time when you had that inner resource. Think about the circumstances that surrounded you. See what you saw, hear what you heard and feel what you felt at that time. In Ann's case, she remembered with pride the

ZERO POINT FOODS: WW

2004-01-04T23:45:00.000-05:00

0-POINTS foods and condiments The ultimate "free-lunch": keep this list of vegetables, condiments and other 0-POINTS foods within close reach. Vegetables and Other Foods baby carrots bean sprouts beets bell pepper(s) brussels sprouts button mushrooms cabbage, all varieties capers carrot(s) cauliflower celery cooked artichoke(s) cooked broccoli cooked green beans cucumber(s)

2004-01-04T23:03:00.000-05:00

"Exercise lowers your blood pressure and increases your good cholesterol. Exercise regularly and eat properly, and you're doing just about all you can to ensure a healthy cardiac future."

On Being Sick; On fasting; on getting well again

2003-12-28T09:26:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness! Why do I need to wait to be sick to fast? It seems to me an occassional fast would be a good thing. Well it's said and it's done. My rapidly climbing weight (height of 195!) has dropped back down to it's normal 189-188 and I even saw 187 this morning. I am glad to have picked up the larger handweights. Some regular time with hand weights and crunches as I recall helped me

Sample Contemplative Transpersonal Psychology Assignments from Naropa U in Boulder, CO

2003-12-28T08:13:00.000-05:00

This is available online - just reading it made me feel better! I completely understand the state of mind I was in when I returned from Boulder, finding myself outside in the quiets of the woods and snow, andwhat sent me to Boulder in the first place! Unit 6: The Attentive Mind & Moments of Insight -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assignments

best fats

2003-12-27T22:46:00.001-05:00

Tracking Wellness! Mini Blocks : Fat Fat Most Favorable Almond Butter 1/3 tsp Almonds, slivered 1 1/2 tsp Almonds, whole 3 Avocado 1 tbsp Canola Oil 1/3 tsp Guacamole 1 tbsp Macadamia Nuts 1 nut Olive oil 1/3 tsp Olive oil/Vinegar dressing (1 part/2 parts) 1 Tbsp Olives 3 Peanut butter, natural 1/2 tsp Peanut Oil 1/3 tsp Peanuts 6 Tahini 1/2 tsp * Always check nutrition label

best proteins

2003-12-27T22:46:00.000-05:00

Bass, fresh water 1 oz Bass, sea 1 1/2 oz Beef (range fed/game) 1oz Bluefish 1 1/2 oz Calamari 1 1/2 oz Catfish 2 oz Chicken Breast, deli-style 1 1/2oz Chicken Breast, skinless 1oz Clams 1 1/2 oz Cod 1 1/2 oz Cottage cheese 1/4 cup Crabmeat 1 1/2 oz Egg Whites 2 Haddock 1 1/2 oz Halibut 1 1/2 oz Lobster 1 1/2 oz Mackerel 1 1/2 oz Protein Powder* 1/3 oz Salmon 1 1/2 oz Sardines

fat-protein-carb combo

2003-12-27T22:45:00.000-05:00

Mini Blocks : Combination Combination Most Favorable Milk, low fat 1% or 2% 6 oz Tofu, soft 3 oz Yogurt, plain, low-fat light 1/2 cup ZonePerfect bar 1/2 bar * Always check nutrition label for most accurate nutrition

Phase 2: Eat Right

2003-12-27T22:17:00.000-05:00

Hey ladies - sound like The Zone? Sound Like Weight Watchers? Sound like healthy eating? Happy and healthy lifestyles my friends! Foods you can reintroduce to your diet FRUIT Apples Apricots dried fresh Blueberries Cantaloupe Cherries Grapefruit Grapes Kiwi Mangoes Oranges Peaches Pears Plums Strawberries DAIRY Milk light soy fat-free or 1% Yogurt

! Health Explosion 2003 !

2003-12-23T12:23:00.000-05:00

Remember, this is a TEMPORARY solution to help you reduce the cravings for less healthy foods! I have reviewed Phase 2 and Phase 3 recommendations. Phase 2 seems to be the 'HEALTHY' diet. Smart choices for good nutrition. These labeled 'Phase 1' are designed to..." MORE...:

Want to Drop 6-10 pounds in 2 weeks? Try South bEath Diet's " Phase 1 Foods"

2003-12-23T12:22:00.000-05:00

Remember, this is a TEMPORARY solution to help you reduce the cravings for less healthy foods! I have reviewed Phase 2 and Phase 3 recommendations. Phase 2 seems to be the "HEALTHY" diet. Smart choices for good nutrition. These labeled "Phase 1" are designed for removing cravings for sugars and starches. The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Food Guide > Phase 1 Foods

The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines

2003-12-23T12:19:00.001-05:00

The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines: "begin to reintroduce healthy starches and carbohydrates into your diet, starting with low-glycemic index ones like oatmeal and couscous, and eventually moving on to high-glycemic ones like fruits and whole-grain bread. The goal is to eat healthy carbs while continuing to lose weight, so pay attention to how they affect you. If your weight

The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines

2003-12-23T12:19:00.000-05:00

The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines: "SNACK Snacks are optional: Choose from the Protein, Vegetable, or Fruits list, or eat nuts from the Fats list. Plain, low-fat or fat-free yogurt is also allowed in Phase 2. Protein Choices BEANS (Start with a 1/3 to 1/2 cup serving) * Black * Black-eyed * Broad * Butter * Chickpeas * Kidney * Lentils *

The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines

2003-12-23T12:18:00.001-05:00

The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines: "Starch Choices and Carbs (with suggested serving sizes) * Bagel, small, whole-grain, 1/2 small * Bread, 1 slice o multigrain o oat and bran o rye o whole-wheat * Cereal, 1/2 cup o Fiber One o Kasha, cooked o Kellogg's Extra-Fiber All Bran o

The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines

2003-12-23T12:18:00.000-05:00

The South Beach Diet > Meal Plan > Vegetarian Guidelines: "at Choices (with some suggested serving sizes) MONOUNSATURATED * Oil, canola * Oil, olive POLYUNSATURATED * Mayonnaise (do not use fat-free) NUTS * Almonds, 6 whole * Brazil, 2 medium * Cashews, 6 whole * Peanut butter, 1 tsp * Peanuts, 20 small * Pecan halves, 15 * Pine Nuts (Pignolia), 2

2003-12-10T23:58:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness! simplicity is the key! The Zone = fruits and veggies(40%), protein(30%), fat(30%) How much is 40% carbs? - 2 fist-sized portions of fruits or veggies. How much is 30% protein - a piece of meat, fish or tofu the size of your palm How much is 30% fat? - 9 almonds or 1 Tbls. olive oil or 16 peanuts or 1/4 avocado. Check out www.zoneperfect.com for some menus. I wrote down

The South Beach Diet > About the Diet

2003-12-10T07:57:00.000-05:00

Healthy, Zoneful Foods: "The South Beach Diet is not low-carb. Nor is it low-fat. The South Beach Diet teaches you to rely on the right carbs and the right fats-the good ones-and enables you to live quite happily without the bad carbs and bad fats. " A way of life: "This one will significantly alter your blood chemistry, to the long-term benefit of your cardiovascular system. You will improve

The South Beach Diet > Ask Dr. Agatston

2003-12-09T00:54:00.000-05:00

The South Beach Diet > Ask Dr. Agatston: "One patient came to us in pretty bad shape. His blood work showed high triglycerides, high bad cholesterol, and small LDL particles: the triple threat. But on our diet his blood chemistry improved quickly-triglycerides down, bad cholesterol down, good cholesterol up. He also lost weight-almost 30 pounds-and has kept it off for five years. Another man in

Exercize

2003-12-09T00:16:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness! I did 3 yoga poses this morning. This evening, inspired by my wellness mate, I did aerobics for about 7 minutes. MEant to keep going, but got distracted by learning new nutrition!

2003-12-09T00:12:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness!

FOOD:

2003-12-09T00:11:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness! MMM, tomato soup! 12/9/2003 - Welcome, kate - You are in Phase 1 Help | Account | Profile | Log Off Warm Winter Soup (Published 12/5/03) Cooked tomatoes contain a powerful anticancer agent called lycopene. Here’s a wintry version of tomato soup that will help you stay warm and healthy (Phase 2 and 3 only). Ingredients 8-10 ripe tomatoes (3 lbs.), cored,

2003-12-09T00:08:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness! For two weeks, I am going to aim for this, but notably, I just bought oranges, orange juice, and yogurt. These won't keep for two weeks so I will make sure to have them in place of that cappachino or chips etc. Phase 1 Foods Foods to Enjoy BEEF Lean cuts, such as: Eye of Round Ground beef: # Extra Lean (96/4) # Lean (92/8) # Sirloin (90/10) Tenderloin Top Loin Top Round

The South Beach Diet Online

2003-12-08T23:53:00.000-05:00

The South Beach Diet Online

Healthy Hearts

2003-12-08T22:53:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness! Visit WebMD.com for more on these important topics! Adopting a heart-healthy nutrition strategy can help reduce total and LDL cholesterol (the "bad" cholesterol), lower blood pressure, lower blood sugars, and reduce body weight. While most dietary plans just tell you what you CAN'T eat (usually your favorite foods!), the most powerful nutrition strategy helps you focus on what

Monday after a work

2003-12-08T16:33:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness! Early: A few yoga poses Olive CC (6) + dairy Mid: Hard Boiled Egg (2) FF Yogurt (2) + dairy LC Bean and Rice (6) Cappacchino americano (2)

2003-12-05T16:20:00.000-05:00

Tracking Wellness Week ending Dec 5 Successes - Increased nutrients with fish and variety of vegatables - increased excersize with at least 10 minutes per day aerobic and light weights - decreased salt intake by skipping processes cheese, frozen meals, chips - reduced stress by meditating to favorite instrumentals (Native american Flute) - Increased family - dined with family, strengthened

2003-11-30T12:11:00.000-05:00

Check out this nutrional analysis tool recommended by the sports fitness person in my family: NATS Version 2.0

2003-11-29T13:35:00.000-05:00

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) -- Living With High Blood Pressure: "Living With High Blood Pressure Home treatment is important to help control high blood pressure, especially if you have other risk factors for heart disease and stroke. Even if your doctor has prescribed medication for you, there are still many steps you can take to lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart

2003-11-29T13:34:00.001-05:00

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) -- Prevention: "Lifestyle modifications include:14 * Maintaining a normal weight, with a body mass index (BMI) of 18.5 to 24.9. * Reducing sodium in your diet to about 2.4 g (2400 mg) per day, which is about 1 teaspoon of salt. * Exercise, such as brisk walking, at least 30 minutes a day on most, if not all, days of the week. * For men, limiting

2003-11-29T13:34:00.000-05:00

223: "Potassium Potassium is a mineral in the body that helps maintain fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction. The correct level of potassium is also needed for the proper transmission of electrical impulses in the heart. Both low and high potassium levels can disrupt the normal electrical impulses in the heart, leading to irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias). Sources of potassium

2003-11-21T13:29:00.000-05:00

What is progress? Perhaps the weight didn't change, but what DID change? If you are like me, tons of positive changes! Just the right ones, too! ! Health Explosion 2003 !: "Ate more sushi this week, drank more water yesterday and am ready to lose 5 more pounds by july 27th, joe's big birthday bash. that will bring me down to 190-188. I had seen 189 i day when i first hit my 10percent so this IS

2003-11-21T13:28:00.000-05:00

Get sick? ! Health Explosion 2003 !: "hi well that scratchy throat did become a cold and needed extra rest, stayed home a week. bounced back tremendously, recognized the setbacks and celebrated with foods and friends."

2003-11-21T13:18:00.000-05:00

More research. Be sure to find disprate sources to back up your research. Check with your doctor. Dr. Weil: Contemporary Medicine meets Ancient Healing Echinacea Information and Facts http://www.nationalvitamin.com/e.htm#echinacea http://www.bupa.co.uk/health_information/html/health_news/060103colds.html

2003-11-21T13:14:00.000-05:00

RESEARCH COLD & FLU SEASON My own research has seen a few things - 1. Take zinc at onset of colf to reduce it's length of effect (fewer days) 2. take echinecea to stimulate immune system and prevent future illness. Helps before during and after illness, however, be sure to limit the number of weeks, and take a break (look for research on specifics.) This prevents immunity. 3. Add goldenseal to

2003-11-17T10:47:00.000-05:00

RESEARCH: How many people use Yahoo Email or Yahoo search:

2003-11-14T12:31:00.000-05:00

Take Back Your Time Day READ THIS ONE!

2003-11-13T18:56:00.000-05:00

Financial Health - Does the promise of a nest egg help when you are on the verge of not making your bills month after month? where do financial health fo future and mental health of today blend? Job Changers: Chill on Your 401(k) Nearly half of all workers who changed jobs last year voluntarily cashed out the savings in their 401(k) plans instead of rolling over their assets into their new

2003-11-09T13:50:00.000-05:00

I think I should take my own advice. It's a bit nippy today after last nights full moon and eclipse! (missed it!) so instead of the rest of this coffee and cold water, it's time to put the kettle on! *smile* warm cozy time!!

2003-11-09T13:42:00.000-05:00

Fighting a long term cold? In addition to echinecea and golden seal and zinc for 10 days to two weeks, then 3 days off, try these hints: -chicken soup with lemon -a quart of water daily; in winter, herbal with lemon and honey! -eat less to allow your energies to work on detox instead of digestion -"Elimanative (detox) or Sweat-producing teas are helpful. Yarrow, elder flowers, peppermint tea,

2003-11-08T10:32:00.000-05:00

Hi! I had my annual physical this week. All looking good. Keep losing the weight, keep eating right, keep the salt down, keep exercizing. Skip Metabolife, not because of the ephedra so much as because it's temporary, per my nurse practioner. I tried it once, the 10 pounds came off, but when I stopped, the 10 pounds came right back on. The problem was I went back to my old comfort-eating

2003-08-20T23:14:00.000-04:00

APOD: 2003 August 19 - Mars Through a Small Telescope Moon and Mars during the day

2003-08-12T15:53:00.000-04:00

Camp Projects Notes on Unity Pond life! Notes from Camp - Tuesday August 12, 2003

2003-08-12T15:52:00.000-04:00

Camp Projects Notes on Unity Pond life! Notes from Camp - Tuesday August 12, 2003

2003-08-03T12:20:00.000-04:00

Travel Adbisories and Top 20 Travel TipsLonely Planet | Travel Ticker

2003-08-01T12:09:00.000-04:00

Hey wireless and markup language fans, I just came across some sample WML for WAP. (Wireless Markup Language for Wireless Access Protocol.) This stuff could be fun. Who wants a person or team to do this for you? New Architect: Integrated Design | Move It or Lose It, WAP and WML (Web Techniques, June 2001): "

2003-07-29T07:42:00.000-04:00

The South Beach Diet Online: "t retains the best part of the Atkins regime--meat--while losing the tenet that all carbs should be avoided. Instead, Agatston encourages a well-balanced diet that includes plenty of fruit, vegetables and whole grains, plus nuts and healthy oils...'"

2003-07-29T07:40:00.000-04:00

Diane found this very important piece of legislature... It definitely will have an impact on my employment outlook. The use of outsourcing from Indian companies took a huge turn this year when several insurance/financial services/healthcare companies laid off employees and local contractors, stating unoffically, that they were instructed to replace them with outsourced workers. Outsourced

2003-06-26T18:46:00.000-04:00

From ZonePerfect.com, on Understanding the French Paradox: "In the past few years, many studies have determined that moderate consumption of alcohol in any form was beneficial for the heart, but there still seemed to be something special about red wine. Finally, after a lot of study, it was determined that extracts from red wine inhibit the formation of endothelin-1, a chemical that makes blood

2003-06-26T18:43:00.000-04:00

FromZonePerfect.com: "Drinking water is an old dietary trick, but a good one. You don’t want your brain signaling to you, oh, you’re hungry, when you’re really not hungry, but are actually becoming dehydrated. So please, drink water throughout the day. Be sure to also limit your caffeine intake. Along with all the reasons to avoid caffeine that we’ve already looked at, caffeine is a natural

2003-06-25T15:31:00.000-04:00

Mercer also suggests keeping records. "That is a good tool is to monitor food intake and activity."

2003-06-08T00:32:00.000-04:00

Greetigns! I discovered that a woman named Karin linked to Unitypond net. I went and visited her site and saw both this site and Mom's Outside int he garden there! Clicked on some other links and found this lovely blog! Nice work! Nice topics in your side navigation! --Kate13 Labs Garden Blog

2003-05-19T11:36:00.000-04:00

Information for business analysts Info fo Business analysts at Rational.com Understanding and representing stakeholder needs Leading and coordinating the collection and verification of customer and business needs Documenting and organizing the requirements for a system Communicating requirements to an entire team

2003-05-18T20:04:00.000-04:00

ZonePerfect.Com: The Official Zone Diet Website - The Impact of Exercise on Blood Glucose and Insulin Levels

2003-05-01T10:41:00.000-04:00

Kennebunk Library Blog!

2003-04-28T17:08:00.000-04:00

File Taxonomies, Planning, and Implementation Sharepoint Portal Server Resource Kit

2003-04-28T13:14:00.000-04:00

Da Bomb!Death to Smoochie's Edward Norton Ed Norton has played excellent parts - we have seen him in Death to SMoochie, FRida, and he played a memorable part against Brad Pitt in Fight Club. I see that he has a 2003 flick, The Italian Job, costarring Mark Wahlberg (The Perfect Storm) and Charlize Theron.

2003-04-28T13:05:00.000-04:00

enherent's take"While encouraged about industry projections for the IT Staffing and IT Solutions business for later in 2003 and beyond, and aggressively competing in the market for permanent placement services, we remain cautious about 2003 expectations. Consequently, we continue to focus on the dual objectives of expense management and revenue growth--managing client relationships, leveraging

2003-04-25T15:15:00.000-04:00

Element K JournalsInside web Development