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Is Yogurt Good for the Body?

2008-12-04T20:46:00.000-08:00

I have been reading a lot about yogurt lately. Most literature say that it's good for the body because of its numerous benefits. This is also said to be a bad breath buster. Aside from that, it also contains live microorganisms that is good for digestion. Good digestion means getting rid of toxic wastes from the body which in turn will keep it healthy.

There are many reasons why you should grab yogurt every time you go to the grocery.

* Aids your slimming efforts because it makes you feel full.
* Aids digestion and therefore keeps the colon clean. It helps in maintaining regular bowel movement as well.
* If you're lactose intolerant, you can get your vitamin D calcium supply by eating yogurt. This may result to lower risk of osteoporosis.
* Helps reduce the risk of high blood pressure.
* Lowers occurrence of vaginal infection.

There are many yogurt brands available in your favorite grocery. Before reaching for one, read the label. Choose the one with low sugar content. Look for vitamin D and calcium content too. If you can't tolerate the taste of yogurt, feel free to mix it with your favorite fruit. Eat your banana with yogurt, or peaches or strawberries. The possibilities are endless.

Multivitamins and Vitamin C

2008-09-04T19:47:00.000-07:00

For a week now, am taking multivitamins Revicon (because of the iron content) and 500 mg of Ascorbic acid (generic) everyday. I did some reading on the net regarding this combination. And the reason I am doing this is because I found out that vitamin C actually helps in the absorption of iron.

I have good experience with Revicon and Ascorbic Acid in the past but this is the first time that I combined both and introduced it into my diet. So far, it's good. The craving for excess food stopped. I credit that to Ascorbic Acid. My menstrual cycle has become regular. I attribute that to the iron content of my multivitamins.

Anyway, am not concluding yet. It's been only a week and I decided to wait till after a month at least to see what this combination has given my body. I hope all for the better.

I Want To Be Complete

2008-08-11T20:26:00.000-07:00

What do you want to be when you grow up? Anybody who is given the chance to get anything that s/he desires definitely will opt to be COMPLETE. That is the selling point of Centrum. And so they sell a multivitamin that has Vitamins and Minerals from A to Zinc.

Based on my experience, multivitamins affect each individual in different ways and before you fall for advertising and marketing strategies, try it first for a week or so.

Am on my 8th day of taking Centrum and I am still observing its effect on my mind and body. Am not looking for miracle, no multivitamins can give you that, just renewed vigor, sound sleep and keeping stress at bay. Am I asking for too much?

Anyway, here is the list of what Centrum has:
(Fact sheet from their website)

Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Tablet
Each Tablet Contains % Daily Value
Vitamin A 3500 IU (29% as Beta-Carotene) 70%
Vitamin C 90 mg 150%
Vitamin D 400 IU 100%
Vitamin E 30 IU 100%
Vitamin K 25 mcg 31%
Thiamin 1.5 mg 100%
Riboflavin 1.7 mg 100%
Niacin 20 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 2 mg 100%
Folic Acid 500 mcg 125%
Vitamin B12 6 mcg 100%
Biotin 30 mcg 10%
Pantothenic Acid 10 mg 100%
Calcium 200 mg 20%
Iron 18 mg 100%
Phosphorus 109 mg 11%
Iodine 150 mcg 100%
Magnesium 100 mg 25%
Zinc 11 mg 73%
Selenium 55 mcg 79%
Copper 0.9 mg 45%
Manganese 2.3 mg 115%
Chromium 35 mcg 29%
Molybdenum 45 mcg 60%
Chloride 72 mg 2%
Potassium 80 mg 2%
Boron 150 mcg *
Nickel 5 mcg *
Silicon 2 mg *
Tin 10 mcg *
Vanadium 10 mcg *
Lutein 250 mcg *
Lycopene 300 mcg *
*Daily Value (%DV) not established.

INGREDIENTS:
Dibasic Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Oxide, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Ascorbic Acid (Vit. C), Ferrous Fumarate, dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate (Vit. E). Contains < 2% of: Acacia, Anhydrous Citric Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Beta Carotene, Biotin, Boric Acid, BHT, Calcium Pantothenate, Calcium Stearate, Cholecalciferol (Vit. D), Chromium Picolinate, Corn Starch, Crospovidone, Cupric Sulfate, Cyanocobalamin (Vit. B12), dl-Alpha Tocopherol, FD&C Yellow 6 Aluminum Lake, Folic Acid, Gelatin, Hydrogenated Palm Oil, Hypromellose, Lutein, Lycopene, Maltodextrin, Manganese Sulfate, Medium-Chain Triglycerides, Modified Food Starch, Niacinamide, Nickelous Sulfate, Phytonadione (Vit. K), Polyethylene Glycol, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Potassium Iodide, Pregelatinized Corn Starch, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vit. B6), Riboflavin (Vit. B2), Silicon Dioxide, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Metavanadate, Sodium Molybdate, Sodium Selenate, Sorbic Acid, Stannous Chloride, Sucrose, Talc, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vit. B1), Titanium Dioxide, Tricalcium Phosphate, Vitamin A Acetate (Vit. A), Zinc Oxide. May also contain < 2%: Sodium Aluminum Silicate.

Suggested Use:
Adults - One tablet daily with food. Not formulated for use in children.

As with any supplement, if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication, consult your doctor before use.

WARNING:
Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Long-term intake of high levels of vitamin A (excluding that sourced from beta-carotene) may increase the risk of osteoporosis in adults. Do not take this product if taking other vitamin A supplements.

The Spa Habit

2007-12-15T18:32:00.000-08:00

Would you believe? There's one addiction that is actually good for your mind and body and it's called SPA. Massage, aromatherapy, pampering, indulgence, soothing strokes, point pressure--these are some images that come to mind whenever I hear the word. Ever since I had my first massage (honestly I don't remember anymore when this habit started, few years back for sure) I know that this is something that I want to have on a regular basis.

Trying out different services in different locations will help you find your oasis. It's actually beneficial for you to try out different spas. As of last count, I've already tried several and am happy about this search. In fact this is the only search that I want to do for life.

If you're a newbie and don't really have an idea what spa to avail, here are suggestions:

Swedish massage--this the most basic of massage. Expect an hour of long strokes from toe to head. Your muscles will become relaxed soon enough and tight muscles will be immediately relieved from pain and aches. Instruct the masseuse to avoid the eye area if you're wearing contacts. The therapist will ask for your preference, whether you want it hard, medium or soft. Tell the massage therapist truthfully if you're uncomfortable with pressure. Too hard can make your body ache after the session. Feel what's right for you.

Alternative: Shiatsu is a pressure massage, so if you're the ticklish type, you may not want to have this service. You can always ask for the swedish/shiatsu combination just so you can experience both in one session.

Price: Ranges from 200 to 1500 pesos. You may also phone in and have this relaxing experience in your own bedroom.

Foot spa--If you don't have time for a whole body massage, this one's a good alternative. Foot spa is what facial is for the for the face. Some spas include foot scrub (most offer it separately). If you have it regularly, you won't only feel good, you can also expect good-looking footsies--soft, stronger, callous free and pinkish too.

Foot massage--This is the service dedicated to foot reflexology. While foot spa is part massage, part scrub, part cleaning, foot massage is all about unblocking good energies so that you'll feel better. It sure is a good stress buster.

These are the basic recommendations for first timers. More in the next post.

Live healthy, live well!!!

Mushroom For Good Health

2007-12-07T20:08:00.000-08:00

Am not a doctor. I don't even know how to get blood pressure or read a thermometer. I am just a health conscious person who loves reading about supplements, vitamins and the latest health trend in the market. Am not all knowing though. I just believe that whatever works for me must be shared with my friends so that they can also benefit from it.

The latest in the long list of supplements that I tried is the Ganocelium and Reishi Gano by DXN. It is touted as a cleansing agent. It will flush out toxin and maintain general well being. I tried it and am a happy user.

First thing that I noticed is that my sleep has been deeper and I wake up feeling refreshed and relaxed. My appetite too has been regulated. I don't crave anymore for empty calories. I eat three full meals a day and that's it. All in all my body functions have been repaired and am good as new.
Don't take my word for it. You gotta try it yourself. Each body has different needs so it is your obligation to find what works best with yours.

Relief for Back Pain

2007-06-08T06:29:00.000-07:00

My night job leaves me so tired by weekend. Most pronounced is my upper back pain and bouts of headache. I suspect it's because of stress, long hours in front of the computer and poor posture. And then there's eye strain.

I decided to take supplements. One of which is called Circulan. As the name suggests, it is taken with your regular diet to boost blood circulation. For an adult, you need to pop 2 soft gel capsules a day. Since am not really sickly, I only take one a day. After a week, I noticed that my calves which usually ache when I do long walks and when the weather gets cold, are better. And my sleep has been normalized. I just usually take four hours of sleep which I know is not sufficient to repair my cells but since I took this supplement, I sleep longer and deeper.

Taken with my regular vitamins, Revicon Forte (with amino acids and iron), even my menstruation becomes regular.

If you're in a stressful job, I suggest that you take supplements, be mindful of your diet and have a regular physical activity. When you reach balance, you're in for better health.

Do You Have Faith?

2007-04-19T22:49:00.000-07:00

I spent the holy week at my parents' farm up north. Last year, we spent Good Friday in a resort. This year, we decided to stay away from the beaches and pools and instead went to a faith healer.

I am a free spirit. I read horoscopes. I indulge in tarot readings. Once, I even traveled 4 hours just to have a card reading. Geez. Am a junkie.

Well, this year, we had a different experience. My mother, her sister and my older brother had a healing session with a balikbayan healer. There's no special ritual so there's no need to think twice. As we entered a brightly lit room full of religious stuffs, I felt calm.

The healer is an 80-year-old woman. Amazingly, she can still kneel for a considerable amount of time and is in pretty good shape. You can even mistake her for a 60-year-old. It's obvious that she has aged gracefully.

She then massaged us with oil starting from the head down to the neck, the arms all the way to the feet. She told us that helping people through healing is her way of bringing something back for the good things that she has been blessed with in her life.

Scents and Touch

2007-04-16T08:53:00.000-07:00

Welcome to my blog page.

Please feel free to share in anything about perfumes, natural healing and beauty tips to this page.

You are most welcome!