Thursday, February 11, 2010

Third Hand Smoke: Just As Bad As The First Two

You have all heard about first and second hand smoking, right? Yes, but no one ever talks about "Third Hand Smoke." Well, here are the alarming facts:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8503870.stm


Pass this one along to anyone you know who smokes inside their house...especially those with a family.

Monday, February 8, 2010

Healthy Living = Healthy Attitude

Healthy living is not just about proper nutrition. It is also about a positive will to live. Here is a touching story about a woman's journey with her most prized possession that will warm your heart!

http://growingbolder.com/media/technology/vehicles/romancing-the-road-259598.html

Trans-fats: The Worst Fats Ever!

Here is a primer on Trans-fats...the WORST thing you can put in your body legally:

http://www.mohrresults.com/nutrition/the-most-evil-fat-in-the-world/


Just say no!

The Link Between Sugar Filled Soda Pop and Pancreas Cancer

A frightening study that links sugary drinks with cancer of the pancreas. It is just a small study, but definitely something that should give you pause. Additionally, limiting sugar filled soda intake would also help our out of control obesity problem. Check it out:

http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE6170NY20100208

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Top Healing Foods

I was perusing the Weather Channel website of all places when I stumbled upon an article they have posted on the top 10 Healing Foods people should eat. It is actually a great article, and a great guide for people to use when planning their diet. Check it out:

http://www.weather.com/activities/health/feelbetter-healing-foods.html

Friday, February 5, 2010

Happy Foods!

Did you know that certain foods, eaten at certain times, can affect your mood? Check out this great article about what to eat to feel happier:

http://www.usnews.com/health/blogs/on-women/2010/02/03/what-to-eat-to-feel-happier

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Even More Good News on Omega-3s Today!

And the news keeps rolling in from different parts of the world on the benefits of Omega-3s! Today is an article from Australia that reports on how Omega-3s protect against the ravages of Alzheimers. Keep oiling your brain!

http://www.thechronicle.com.au/story/2010/02/02/omega-3-protects-brain-from-alzheimers/