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Healthy Escape

Would you believe that one third of the countries children are obese and 30 percent of children age’s eight to ten will become diabetic within ten years?

Today’s advance in technology is keeping kids on the sofa, and out of the parks.  Parents are busy working, and want to feed their children quick, but fast food places are not the best option.

The Pizza Trap: Every Mom’s Guide to Breaking Children’s Dangerous Food Addictions, Ending Mealtime Battles, and Building Healthy Habits for Life, is every mothers “must get” book. It is written by wellness expert Gabrielle Welch. Gabrielle whom is a mother herself, realized with her crazy busy schedule, she still needed to make sure her children ate right. The Pizza Traps helps identify and manage new ways to take control of your children’s poor eating habits and instill the positive, healthy ways to maintain a proper diet.   The book offers a lot of interesting topics that range from how schools fail our kids and the kids menu trap.

Written By: Fransheska Pacheco

Minerals, News, Products

zZZ-BURN

Since Obesity has become a big topic in our society, new dietary supplements keep popping up everywhere. Everyone is always looking for the “overnight” or “get fit quick” supplements and Z-BURN is truly an “overnight” sensation. Introduced in 2012, Z-BURN is a weight loss supplement and sleeping aid that helps you burn fat and boost your metabolism while sleeping. This product uses all-natural and stimulant-free ingredients and is said to help you burn 180 calories on an average night.

People are always so busy and it sometimes can be hard to fit exercise and dieting in your crazy everyday lives, this “overnight” supplement might be the answer to all of our problems. It’s understandable to be skeptical about all the new supplements that people keep bringing out, but if it can help you reach your goal weight, it’s worth a try.

Written by: Makeda Farrell

Alternative Healthcare, News

WHAT’S YOUR ‘EYE Q SCORE?’

What do you know about taking care of your most precious asset—your eyes?  Dietary Supplement News said it has an insightful way to find out your “Eye Q.”   

Did you know age- related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of legal blindness for people over 55, affecting between 25-30 million people worldwide? 

Epidemiological studies show people with diets rich in lutein, zeaxanthin, vitamins C, E, and omega-3 fatty acids have lower risks of developing AMD. 

Dr. Eli Fischer(www.dr-fischer.com), an eye care world authority and developer of countless eyesight protection products, has created the world’s first Eye Q Test.

“Because most people know more about dental than eye care, I created this test and it’s one of the reasons I wrote this book (http://www.atlasbooks.com/marktplc/04304.htm),” he said.    

So how many questions can you answer correctly?  If more than eight, congratulations, you have a high Eye Q.    

1. What is inflammation of the eyelids called?
A. Conjunctivitis
B. Dacryocystitis
C. Blepharitis 

2. True/False: If conjunctivitis appears in newborn infants, treatment should be sought immediately as their vision could be at risk. 

3. True/False: Dry eyes often accompany blepharitis. 

4. True/False: You can catch a cold through your eyes. 

5. True/False: There are three main layers that make the tear film: mucin, aqueous, and lipids. 

6.  Will your vision last for the rest of your life?
A. No
B. Yes, if treated
C. Maybe, if daily eye care is practiced 

7. Daily use of eye care wipes…
A. Refreshes the eyes
B. Prevents debris from the eyelids to enter the eye
C. Cures eyelid diseases
D. Both A & B
E All of the above 

8. Are there special eye care wipes for babies?
A. No
B. Yes
C. You should only use eye drops
D. One can use adult wipes 

9. What is important when choosing eye care wipes?
A. Non- irritating to eyes (tearless)
B. Preservative free
C. Based on artificial tears (eye drops)
D. Clinically tested
E. All of the above 

10. Preventive eye medicine
A. Should be practiced daily
B. Should be practiced weekly
C. Is important
D. Is not necessary
E. Both A & C 

Key:

1: C 2: TRUE 3: TRUE 4: TRUE 5: TRUE 6: C 7: D 8: B 9: E 10: E

Alternative Healthcare, News

Parents Will Want This Tattoo!

Parents would be startled to hear that over 2000 U.S. children get lost every day and that 90% of families will experience losing a child in a public place. Whether it be an amusement park, a school field trip, or just a day running errands, taking our children along can often be a stressful experience for many parents. It is no surprise that our children’s safety is a top priority, however, it becomes difficult when surrounding environments may come between you and your child, literally.

SafetyTat® is a company that has decided to tap into the market of preventing children from getting lost. The company was started by a graphic designer and mother of three, who first came up with the idea when on a family vacation to an amusement park. A family of five vs. a crowd of thousands is a daunting ratio—so she decided to write her cell phone number on each child’s arm with a ballpoint pen. A little tweaking of this concept and SafetyTat was created.

The “Original” Safety Tat was an online-customized temporary tattoo that lasted for 1-3 days. The most recent addition to the line is the QuickStick Write-on Tattoos, which come blank for parent’s discretion and can last up to two weeks. Both products are made with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved material called, Tateck and leave the parents in charge of what the tattoo will say. Depending on the scenario and the child, parents can mark the tattoos with emergency phone numbers, the child’s allergies, medical conditions, etc. These simple descriptions may be the safety net that many parents often need during hectic times.

While many parents are weary to admit the need for emergency items such as SafetyTat, we can all agree that if preventative measures are available for our children’s safety, it is best to take all of them when we can.

Written by Rachel Almeida

Alternative Healthcare, News

A Little LoSalt With Your Pepper!

With nearly 1 in 3 adults diagnosed with high blood pressure, it is more than ever that American’s need to start making healthier decisions in order to lower high blood pressure. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and The American Heart Association call it the “silent killer.” 5 ways Americans can decrease high blood pressure are: Have blood pressure checked routinely, eat out less, Learn to say “no” to overeating and other activities that heighten blood pressure, get more potassium, and use LoSalt for home cooking.

LoSalt created the low sodium salt market and has been in the lead ever since it launched in 1984. While providing a healthier alternative to traditional salt, a reduced sodium salt that contains 66% less sodium has been effective to lower high blood pressure. LoSalt blends two natural mineral salts that satisfies the taste buds with the same traditional salty flavor. So, the next time you want to cook your family a traditional Italian dinner, or if you’re having a huge cookout, choose smart and healthy and go with LoSalt and watch risky high blood pressure decrease! 

Written by Shauna Dolan

Diet, News

Ideal Diet!

Everyone that’s dieting, looks for a weight loss method that focuses on their health as well.

A concept that teaches people proper portion control and smart snack choices is Ideal.

A weight program with your health that offers a simple solution to weight loss goals. The structured weight loss plan includes healthy meal options, while providing an understanding of how food affects the body, how it is utilized by the body, and how it causes fat storage.

The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method keeps you on-track by including a support system with weekly one-on-one coaching and guidance.  The personalized approach apparently helps set realistic goals, which is what we all hope for, that clients not only improve their figure, but their health as a whole.

The program was introduced by CaloSpa, an independent authorized clinic carrying The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method.

A method that is adapting a healthier diet as a whole has been a tried and true method, which is why Plastic Surgeon Dr. Bradley Calobrace is incorporating the Ideal Protein weight loss program into his practice.  Check it out, could be the Ideal eating venue for you.

Diet, Food, Fresh, News

Slimmer, Trimmer

Seems like we’re all looking for that tasty diet to help keep weight off and that has a balance of nutrition. Whether to incorporate into other recipes from other sources or to use as your daily cooking reference, the new Mediterranean Diet could be right for you.

Keeping slim and eating properly is a common challenge for many.  Utilizing some of the natural approach diets, such as recipes in www.TheSlimmerBook.com could have a positive effect on other health issues you may be having.  Even a chance to decrease that stubborn extra weight, these recipes are easy to make with most ingredients available at almost any grocery store.

The Mediterranean recipes in this book use  Greek cuisine to reduce both fat and health issues, while filling plates.  SLIMMER designs a simple nutrition plan: a delicious, low-fat Mediterranean diet with revolutionary, fat-burning ingredients coupled with the self-awareness to combat the triggers that contribute to weight gain.

Greek author Harry Papas established his own successful Health and Diet Centre in Athens. He incorporated his successful nutrition program into a book to help as many people as possible. The New England Journal of Medicine agrees with Papas’ diet. In its Feb. 25th, 2013 study titled: Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease with a Mediterranean Diet, the NEJM confirmed this is the best, life-long, satisfying way to eat to be healthy and fit.

Drink, News

Iceland Glacier Water SNO™ Gets DSN’s Highest Rating

If nitrates are one supplement you’d rather do without in your drinking water, consider licking a 20,000-year-old Icelandic glacier for the ultimate pure water.

Actually, you don’t have to go all the way to Iceland to lick a glacier.  One is coming soon to a neighborhood supermarket near you.  It’s in a gorgeous bottle and it’s called SNO™ Iceland Glacier Water, which is fast coming the most talked about premium bottled water to hit the International bottled water market.

While it is crucially important to your health to drink lots of water, Dietary Supplement News along with a growing number of nutritionists, scientists and environmentalists are noticing that most bottled spring water contains rising levels of nitrates.  That’s not good.

Unique Product Attributes

The water ‘SNO™’ is different. Vastly different!  It doesn’t come from below ground like spring water.  It comes from on high, from a 20,000-year old legendary Icelandic Glacier and therefore contains zero nitrates.  Let me repeat that: ZERO NITRATES!  In short, it’s the cleanest, purest drinking water from a pristine source and an unpolluted, pre-historic time.  Currently it’s sold in the UK and places like Dubai and at some of the finest hotels and restaurants in Europe; also at fine stores like Harrods and some luxurious hotel spas in the U.S.

Naturally FREE of NITRATE 0

Being a Glacier Water sourced from above the ground, SNO therefore can not be contaminated by fertilizer run-off from farm-land into underground aquifers contaminating the water source. Hence the zero Nitrates.  There is evidence that High Nitrate concentrations in infants can be deadly and may cause what’s known as Blue Baby Syndrome.   Here is an analysis of minerals and other substances in SNO, and probably the most important one is zero nitrates.

Analysis: mg/l
TDS 52
pH factor 7.4
Sodium (Na+) 7.2
Calcium (Ca) 3.7
Chlorides (Cl-) 4.4
Bicarbonate 42
Magnesium (Mg) 2.9
Nitrate (NO3) 0
Potassium (K) 1.4
Silica (Si) 10.7
Sulphates 1.4
Hardness 7.03

After taking a hard look at SNO™, DSN has determined it is a 100% natural, unaltered, glacier water deserving of its highest G4 rating for the following unique features:

  •  Sno is the only 100% glacier water on the market fromIceland
  • It has unique health benefits
  • Its pH 7.4 (natural) Nitrate FREE (very rare) TDS 52 (neutral)
  • It is a “Structured” water, high in Oxygen, safe for infants,
  • It is sustainable, green, CarbonNeutral®.
  • It comes in PET and GLASS: Still and Sparkling (glass only)
  • It’s considered the best water available anywhere in the world, yet affordable

Unique Product Attributes

Sno Iceland Glacier Water has an ideal pH for the human body 7.4 and has the natural, near-perfect, body-neutral pH level ? which is 7.4 ? to help the body reach and maintain a state of equilibrium (a neutral pH).

Drinking SNO™ regularly will help assist the body to function correctly and reduce the risk of diseases that can be brought about by an unbalanced pH level

Naturally high in oxygen content

SNO is proven to have high oxygen content (13.3 mg/L with DO of 111.1% at 7.8°C). That means it quickly adds extra oxygen to the blood. Drinking SNO™ can be an effective way to increase the body’s oxygenation to help achieve:

  • stronger immune system,
  • greater mental awareness
  • more complete detoxification

SNO™ is a “Structured” water; not a ‘manufactured water’ or municipal water that has undergone excessive treatments of purification. SNO™ is naturally filtered through layers of volcanic lava rock, giving it the purity, natural balance and crisp clean refreshing taste that Nature intended. Once you have experienced SNO you will realize why preserving our environment should be so important to us all.

Since the distributors of SNO expect it to be on the supermarket shelves in the U.S. by Christmas, you might then sing a new version of that holiday classic, Let It SNO:

Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful,

And since we’ve no place to go,

Let’s drink SNO, let’s drink SNO, let’s drink SNO!

by Tom Madden 

For more information about SNO, contact Adrienne Mazzone 561-750-9800 x210 or [email protected].

 

Food, Fresh, News

Enjoy Soy!

If your snacking downfall is that you usually reach for calorie-laden convenience foods or don’t have healthful treats readily available, there’s good news as well as good eating in your future.  Love Your Health® brand SoyMix is as convenient as it is craveable, and just may become your new favorite snack. At only 120 calories per serving, it offers 7 grams of protein and only 40 mg of sodium, with no cholesterol or trans fats.

You can feel good about indulging your cravings for Love Your Health® SoyMix, because it’s filled with healthful ingredients. The mix starts with a trio of soynut varieties—all-natural, premium quality soynuts that have been dry-roasted using a proprietary technique. You’ll love the combination of lightly sea-salted soynuts, dark chocolate-covered soynuts and honey-toasted soynuts, blended with U.S.-grown pumpkin seeds and Sweet n’ Juicy dried cranberries. While SoyMix is a satisfying solo snack, you can also pair it with fresh fruit or soy yogurt. Keep it on hand for grab-and-go treats for the whole family. SoyMix also serves as a natural choice for an easy and memorable party snack. Serve it alone, or with a cheese plate.

To order online or for more product information about Love Your Health® SoyMix, visit loveyourhealth.info.

News, Products

Lift Your Food Down!

Dieting is… HARD! by Shauna Dolan

You sit down with your family at dinner time, with not so healthy dinner favorites and your only thought is: “I am going to have a rough workout ahead of me after I eat all of this food.”

Well, now that thought doesn’t have to taunt you as you try to enjoy a family dinner.  With the Knife and Fork Lift eating utensils, eating doesn’t have to be a battle.

The Knife and Fork Lift utensils weigh 1.5 Ibs each and act as a dumbbell while you’re eating. You can eat and have a reminder that whatever you put in, you will need to put out.

Lifting food will be like doing bicep curls so you will be gaining strength and be reminded of your dieting and fitness goals.

Just don’t use them on your glass tabletop!  And, don’t drop your forklift.

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