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Want to Slow Down the Aging Process?

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AVOID THESE 8 HABITS

Often, we are attracted to products that will help us slow down the aging process, such as anti-aging skin care. But what about taking a proactive approach to staying young by AVOIDING habits that ACCELERATE the aging process?

When you read the Fox News article , overall, none of this should be new to you by now, except #8. That might be a surprise. But the two habits that you have the most control over are #3 and #4. 

  • “A nutrient deficient diet has been shown to accelerate aging, experts agree.” That’s why we need to supplement. Several essential minerals are missing from our food these days.
  • “A diet high in processed foods, sugars and unhealthy fats can cause inflammation, damage collagen and accelerate skin aging.” A recent study claims that eating a hotdog reduces life expectancy by 38 minutes, and eating salmon could extend it by 70 minutes. So it’s a good idea to watch how often you eat processed foods
  • “Lack of exercise contributes to aging by causing muscle loss, bone density reduction, weight gain and cardiovascular issues.” No surprise here. We all have been repeatedly told exercise is foundational to our health—so what will be you’re exercise of choice. Mine is rowing..

Which habit can you most easily improve upon?

Click here for the Fox News Article

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What a gorgeous Spring day to be able to get outside and get some steps in! There’s a nice cool breeze blowing, birds are singing, the squirrels are running around and I smell the jasmine blooming. Walking always helps clear my mind and I know it’s good for my health. Make it a great day.

One in Eight Women Are Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

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Just because …..

  • Breast cancer doesn’t run in your family
  • You don’t have the BRCA gene
  • You get your annual mammogram

doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do everything you can to PREVENT Breast Cancer.

Steps you can take to prevent breast cancer are:

  • Eliminate or limit alcohol
  • Commit to healthy diet (Avoid fatty meats and highly processed foods, cut out sugar, )
  • Regular Exercise (300 min of intense physical activity/wk)
  • Don’t smoke

Excess body weight, physical inactivity, poor nutrition and alcohol responsible for about 18 percent of all new cancer cases in the U.S. Prevention is key!

Some benefits of walking

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A lot of people say they’d like to get in more exercise, but can’t seem to find the time.
Often, it’s just that you don’t feel like taking the time to go to the gym, or going for a run or a swim.
It’s work. You have to change your clothes, You’ll get sweaty. Then you need to shower and change back.
If there was only an easier way…

There is. Just walk more. You can add more walking or steps to your day simply by making a few simple changes
to your routine.

If you have a dog, you can take them on longer walks. By adding a few extra minutes or blocks to your daily walks,
you will increase your exercise and both you and your dog will benefit.

When running errands, you can park your car a little further away from entrances, Parking further away from the
entrances with give you additional steps. Walking to the mailbox will also help give you added benefits.

So how does walking benefit you?

• Walking 75 minutes each week can add two years to your life

• Walking for 40 minutes three times per week will protect your braine’s memory

• Walking 30 minutes a day can reduce depression by 30%

• Walking 60 minutes every day can cut obesity risk by half!

The best part is that walking doesn’t need to be done all at once in the day, it’s cumulative.
You can take four fifteen-minure walks and it will be akin to a single 60-minute walk. Walking
is easy to fit into your schedule. There is no need to change clothes, all you need is a decent pair
of comfortable, supportive shoes to do your best walking.

So let’s get out there and start walking!

Cancer cases in under-50s worldwide up nearly 80% in three decades, study finds

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More than a million under-50s a year dying of cancer and figure projected to rise by another 21% by 2030

Global cases of early onset cancer increased from 1.82 million in 1990 to 3.26 million in 2019, while cancer deaths of adults in their 40s, 30s or younger grew by 27%. More than a million under-50s a year are now dying of cancer, the research reveals.

 The authors of the study, published in BMJ Oncology, say poor diets, alcohol and tobacco use, physical inactivity and obesity are likely to be among the factors.

“Since 1990, the incidence and deaths of early onset cancers have substantially increased globally,” the report says. “Encouraging a healthy lifestyle, including a healthy diet, the restriction of tobacco and alcohol consumption and appropriate outdoor activity, could reduce the burden of early onset cancer.”

Tho read the full article, click here.

Did you know pets CAN improve your health?

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Having a pet can…

  • Boost our mood
  • Improve blood pressure
  • Lower cholesterol
  • Ease depression
  • Act as an exercise buddy
  • Open the door for social relationships (Dog parks, etc)

Do you have a pet? Why not share a photo of your pet?

Here’s a photo of Pinot.

Sweet Cream & Willow

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I love this Affinia Antiperspirant & Deodorant! I know I stay dry and smell fresh all day long!

This unique antiperspirant and deodorant comes in two scents: Sweet Cream & Willow and Vanilla Musk & Jasmine. I used the Sweet Cream & Willow. I find it neutralizes odors and absorbs moisture for up to 48 hours, leaving my underarms hydrated yet clean and dry.

Raise your hands if you want to try it!

Did you know your body sweats just as much in cold weather as it does in warm? 

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You probably don’t notice it as much because sweat evaporates faster when it’s cold. The air is also more dry because the cold climate has less humidity, and that can easily lead to dehydration. In the winter, air is typically more dry because the cold climate has less humidity, and that can easily lead to dehydration.

Research shows that feeling anxious can cause you to sweat more and dehydrate more easily. Also, dehydration can lead to physical ailments like headaches, fatigue, and weakness.

If you start to feel the symptoms of dehydration (such as dry mouth or low energy), you may want to replenish with electrolytes. Electrolytes are essential minerals such as sodium, potassium, and magnesium. They help with bodily functions including balancing blood pH and blood pressure, helping fix tissue damage, regulating nerve and muscle function.

Fresh juices containing ingredients like beets, cherries, spinach, or kale are naturally full of electrolytes. Try coconut water as it is full of potassium, calcium, sodium, and magnesium. 

So just because it’s cold outside, don’t let your guard down on staying hydrated!

Using a safer budget-friendly sunscreen

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Most people seem to think that sun-screen is only for the warmer, summer months. You know at the beach, playing ball and the rest. But the sun still shines in winter and, if you participate in outdoor snowy sports, the glare from the sun is so much greater than one would think. Plus, many people head to warmer climes to escape the snow and they need to take care of skin
protection as well. There’s never a time you shouldn’t be concerned about sun damage.
Painful sunburns can happen anywhere and at anytime.

So for on-the-go UVA/UVB protection, I grab Sun Shades Sport SPF 50 Sunscreen. Sun Shades Sport features dermatologist-recommended avobenzone and an exclusive natural blend of vitamins and antioxidants. This sunscreen helps protect skin against signs of premature aging and environmental damage for 80 water-resistant minutes and sprays on evenly for protection without feeling sticky or tacky on your skin.

Water-resistant, it protects against harmful UVA and UVB sun rays with quick and complete spray-on coverage.

  • SPF 50
  • Sprays onto the skin in a complete, uniform layer 
  • Feels natural and clean on your skin 

Using a safer alternative that is budget-friendly is what matters most to me

Play Like A Child 

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What comes to mind when you think of exercise?

  • Working out with weights?
  • Getting on the treadmill machine?
  • Riding that new Peloton you got for Christmas

Studies show that when we step beyond the indoor workouts and step outside into nature’s playground, our serotonin levels rise! So as you plan your exercise schedule, be sure you work in activities that take you outside:

  • Hiking 
  • Walking
  • Running 

When we breathe in that air, when we let the sun shine on our faces, we are waking up our senses. Something truly amazing happens when we allow ourselves to play:

More of our bodies wake up! 

Be sure you get out and walk today!