Healthy Habits

Beauty Foods

Here's a list of the "Top Ten Beauty Foods," written by Laura Drayer from The Beauty Diet.

The article speaks to the benefits of omega-3s, vitamin C, zinc, calcium and other nutrients that support healthy skin, eyes, hair, nails and smiles.  However, most of us don't eat enough of these foods in our diet (including my favorite--dark chocolate) to enjoy their antioxidant, anti-aging benefits. 

To ensure we get an ample supply of these beneficial vitamins and nutrients, our family uses Shaklee's natural food supplements:  OmegaGuard, Vitalizer, Vivix (anti-aging tonic), and NutriFeron.  Visit my website for more information about the Rx for a Healthier Life nutritional program and additional beauty foods and natural beauty products. 

Are you omega-3 deficient?

Many of us probably don't get enough omega-3 in our diet and even worse, we consume way too much omega-6.  Click here to read an article about both and their impact on heart health, inflammation, brain development and more (provided by Susan Allport, Prevention).

Shaklee has a wonderful product called OmegaGuard.  OmegaGuard is produced by using a low temperature, triple molecular distillation and purification process.  The product is natural, beneficial omega-3s without harmful contaminants, including heavy metals (lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, dioxins and PCBs).  It provides a full spectrum of seven omega 3s--EPA, DHA, ALA and more. 

The World Health Organization, Institute of Medicine-Food and Nutrition Board, and the American Heart Association all have recently called for increased consumption of omega-3 fatty acids, including DHA, because of their positive effects on health. For children, Mighty Smart DHA supplementis scientifically formulated with 100% natural, ultra-pure DHA.  DHA supports brain health and normal cognitive function, including memory, focus, concentration, and attention.  DHA also promotes healthy eyes.

Need Sleep?

I know a lot of people that suffer from a lack of sleep.  Here are some foods to think about that could be helping or hurting your chance for a good night's sleep.

Click here to learn which 5 foods to avoid if you are having trouble sleeping.

If you think your sleeping problem is due to hunger, click here to find 5 foods that you can grab for a late-night snack that can actually help you relax and drift off.

Articles by Melanie Haiken, www.caring.com

Top Ten Risky Foods

Risky foods actually include choices you would usually consider as "healthy foods."  Check out this list of the top 10 riskiest foods regulated by the FDA.

health.msn.com.

(Content of the article was supplied by HealthDay.)

Figuring Out Food Labels

"Puzzling Food Labels--What you see on the front of the packaging doesn't always reveal what's really inside."  The article points to how confusing messages on food packaging can be and how as consumers we've become overwhelmed with misleading health claims.

I'm so thankful that Shaklee products are clinically tested for efficacy and purity!  The products are Always Safe, Always Work and Always Green.

Plenty of companies claim their products work. But at Shaklee, we have proof. You see it in the over 100 scientific papers, 90 of them published in peer-reviewed journals, that prove the effectiveness of Shaklee products. You see it in the over $250 million invested in clinical testing, research, and development. And you see it in the 2007 Landmark Studyconducted in collaboration with researchers from the U.C. Berkeley School of Public Health that showed that people who took Shaklee supplements had markedly better health than those who took a single multivitamin or no supplements at all.

Linked Article By Rebecca Ruiz, Forbes

Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy

I get a lot of questions from women about their health during pregnancy.  What to do--what not to do.  What is safe--what is not. 

Here's another great article from healthychild.org with 10 tips to prepare for a healthy pregnancy.  The article outlines ways to reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals in your food, home and environment.

Best to consider the following tips before you get pregnant.  AND don't forget dad!  His health is important, too.

healthychild.org.

Feeding Baby Green

Mon, Sept 28th at 1 pm ET: Dr. Alan Greene, Stanford pediatrician, will talk about nutrition for pregnancy and young children, baby food purity (homemade versus conventional), BPA in containers, packaging, bottles and jars and how we get kids to like healthy foods from an early age. Come with your questions for Dr. Greene!

Go to www.themotherhood.com and join the chat.

Dr. Alan Greene is a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford University School of Medicine, the President of the Society for Participatory Medicine, on the board of directors of Healthy Child Healthy World and the Organic Center. He is the author of many popular health and parenting books including Raising Baby Green and Feeding Baby Green.

Preserving Health--Preventing Disease

Exciting Event!

October 24th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Inn at Chester Springs--Exton, PA

Dr. Richard Brouse is a biochemist, chiropractic physician and Board Certified Nutritionist. 

He founded Sunnyside Health Care in Portland, OR in 1977, where many have regained a greater measure of health by following his recommendations. He is a widely recognized teacher, author and lecturer on health preservation and disease prevention.  

Dr. Brouse will be speaking on a wide variety of health topics, such as The Immune System (protecting against N1H1 Virus and more), Stress, Depression and Anxiety – how to support the body through better nutrition, and Resveratrol’s Anti-Aging Benefits.

Registration is limited.  Click here for registration information.

 

Organic Milk Linked to Fewer Allergies

Though they don't specifically know why, a recent study suggests choosing organic dairy products results in fewer incidences of allergies and eczema.

ecochildsplay.com.

Written by Julie Knapp

Published on September 15th, 2009

Posted in Health

Healthy Eating

Great interactive guide healthychild.org. for healthy eating choices, recipes, tips from experts, etc.

There is so much stuff out there in the news about obesity, chemical contaminants, food recalls, and allergies--it's difficult sometimes to feel you're making the right choices.  This information will help you simplify what has become a complicated issue!  Learn how to make food fun, affordable, eco-friendly, and fast (one of my favorites!).