Healthy Eating Your Way To Looking and Feeling Younger

Healthy Eating -- It's A Good Beginning

I have often been told by many clients that they can not afford to eat healthy foods or take quality all natural supplements.   They purchase poor quality vitamins (generic) from places like Wal-Mart and strongly believe that is okay.


I use to feel the same way too.  However, I decided to take another course for my life when I realized that I could not afford not too.  

Taking care of yourself is like driving a Mercedes Benz. You simply put the best fuel in it no matter what. Your body is like a Mercedes,  it's a  fine tuned vehicle with one difference, it's the only get one.   Put the best fuels and the best nutrients in. Put in pure, natural quality supplements if you need to balance your diet.  Quality in will boost your energy levels and maintain your body's functions,. By doing so will give you quality health and will keep you looking young and feeling great for a long time. I mean you wouldn't put cheap (generic) gas in your Benz would you? And what if you did?

I do not argue or try to convince anyone any more. My goal is to share knowledge and information and hopefully one day it will help you make exciting and successful life changes that will add 10-20-25 years to it.

Getting in line with good eating habits and a healthy diet is fun. It does not have to be bland and boring. To begin you need to be armed with the basics.

We All Need Vitamins And Minerals

Foods are made up of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. They all are critical in a healthy diet 'anti aging' or otherwise. They also include fat, carbohydrates, protein, water and fiber. Your  anti aging goal is to maintain a plan that contains all these essential nutrients in the correct proportions at all times.  Vitamins and minerals usually only last in the body 4-6 hours following ingestion. If you can not eat the required amount of daily vitamins and minerals you need to take vitamin supplements.

For example, what happens if you do not consume the essential  vitamins you need daily?  Let's say vitamin D for an extended period of time?  Okay, you should know the answer to this one from childhood counseling by your concerned mother or father.  Bottom line, deficiencies can lead to ill health. Remember your body cannot produce vitamins and nutrients and each has a special function.  Without this delicate balance deficiencies can develop which lead to ill health. It's like running on empty.



So what essential nutrients do you require on a daily basis?  And how much?


You should know the answers to these questions. Instead, most people live day to day eating what ever looks appealing to them without considering nutritional values or special requirements for their bodies. Do not be like most people.

FAT--

The American Heart Association says a  a sedentary female who is 31–50 years old needs about 2,000 calories each day. Therefore, she should consume less than 16 g saturated fat, less than 2 g trans fat and between 50 and 70 grams of total fat each day (with most fats coming from sources of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, such as fish, nuts, seeds and vegetable oils)

So, the question is what is saturated fat, polyunsaturated fat and monounsaturated fat, is there a difference?  Most Americans are confused about fats. Most of us do not know the difference. Meet the fats.

CARBOHYDRATE --


The body's greatest source of energy us carbohydrates. They are divided into 2 group. Sugars and starches. Or simple and complex. Sugars are found in milk, fruit, vegetable, honey and sugar. The more complex varieties are found in bread, pasta, peas, corn, nuts, potatoes and rice.  

Simple carbs give you a quick energy boost and then drop you quickly.  Where as the more complexed variety takes longer to convert into your blood stream and will help you with energy for a longer sustained period of time. If you over load on carbs and do not burn the energy they will be stored. Be careful to place sugars at the bottom of you diet intake with complexed carbs just above it.  You need carbs but honestly most Americans place them at the top of their list.


Begin to limit your consumption of simple carbs today. It's easy. Begin by reading labels, begin my eating more fruits and veggies. Get the family in on it too. learn more

PROTEIN --


Protein is one of the most important nutrients in the body. It makes up our muscles and bones, hair and nails, brain and hormones.  And let's forget enzymes. Consequently we need a constant supply of protein to renew skin cells and to replace lost tissue such as hair skin and loss due to illness.  Keep in mind there are 2 types of proteins.--animal and vegetable. 


 Animal protein is a good source. However, it is loaded with saturated fat. The good news is there are a variety of options to get your protein requirement daily. How much do you need? What is the best source? for protein?  learn more

WATER --


We all need water. Water is vital! Without it our body  plunges into devastation. Water flushes out waste products, it keeps the skin, hair, kidneys and bladder healthy. Without it our body lacks energy, poor concentration, mental fatique and  overall poor mental functioning. 

Do not substitute tea, coffee, soft drinks or juice for water. Your body needs a minimum of 8 glasses of water a day. I was not a water drinker. I had to learn by using a water carrier that contained 16 oz and refilled in 3 - 4 times a day. I discovered that I seemly always had this bottle of water in my hand or nearby. We became best friends. I now add lemon, fresh ginger root, and cucumber slices to a large jug in the fridge. It's is absoultely delicisous. Also take care to use safe, pure water, not tap. And healthy safe carriers and pitches. Change can be fun.


 

FIBER -- Although fiber is indigestible it is found naturally in all plants, ie. fruits and vegetables and fulfills several very important functions in the diet. Fiber comes in two forms, insoluble and soluble. Insoluble fiber is found in grains such as wheat, rice and bran. Soluble fiber is found in foods such as oats, vegetables and citrus fruits. 

Insoluble fiber absorbs water and pushes waste products through the body. While soluble fiber turns into a gel like substance that binds with cholesterol in the intestinal tract and aids in its removal from the body.

Without fiber and it's properties to accelerate the removal of intestinal bacteria and  other cancer causing waste trapped in the lining of the bowels the other possibilities can be life damaging.

The Top 10 Foods High in Fiber include whole grain flour and breads, almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, lima beans, green beans, peas, apricots and prunes. How much should you eat? learn more

VITAMINS and MINERALS

Vitamins and minerals are essential for life. Each one has a specific function. If you go without one or more the deficiency will lead to ill health. It is critical that you know all the vitamins and minerals that you need daily. If you are the family meal planner and grocery shopper you have the responsibility of others future in your hands.  If you do not know them click here. 


Now that you know what your daily vitamin and mineral  requirement intakes should be you are ready For Our Top 10 Anti Aging Vitamin Supplements

D. Ross Curington
Health and Wellness Coach


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Top Ten Anti Aging Vitamin, Mineral and Herb Supplements

We're About Health

The number one natural nutrition company in the U.S. Shaklee, has been making people healthier for over 50 years. We think health is the most important thing in the whole world. Without it, you have nothing else. Now with Shaklee Nutrition you can stay healthy longer.  The top of our Anti Aging Supplement list is our new Anti Aging discovery, Vivix. Vivix is powerful and potent and will probably be the only Anti Aging supplement you'll need.  

Sneaky's Top Anti Aging Vitamin, Mineral and Herb Supplements

1. Vivix

The most powerful anti aging supplement available - Vivix® Cellular Anti-Aging Tonic Vivix is a revolutionary breakthrough dietary supplement in the fight against cellular aging.* And, it’s the latest innovation from the scientists at Shaklee. An all-natural, patent-pending formulation, Vivix® is a unique blend of polyphenols, including resveratrol – ingredients which have been shown in laboratory studies to positively impact the four mechanisms of cellular aging.*

   • Vivix polyphenols have been shown to effectively help protect and repair cellular DNA.

   • Vivix polyphenols have been shown to positively impact genetic regulators, which help turn down cellular aging.

   • Vivix polyphenols have been shown to promote mitochondrial biogenesis, which helps increase power production within the cells.   Vivix polyphenols are 10x more powerful than resveratrol in slowing the formation of AGE proteins that gradually can clog up cells.

In addition, Vivix also supports heart health and cardiovascular function, brain health, enhanced immunity function and joint function. Vivix also promotes cellular longevity, increases cellular. learn more

2. Antioxidants, carotenoids, flavonoids, lutein, beta carotene, and lycopene rolled into two delivery systems!

An Antioxidant Rush conveniently combined in our antioxidant defense FlavoMax and CarotoMax.  

 The average daily intake of the carotenoids, lutein, lycopene, and beta carotene is only 8 mg—CarotoMax provides over 13 mg of these highly beneficial carotenoids. 

• CarotoMax helps maintain overall wellness and long-term health of the eyes, heart, skin, lungs, prostate, and cervix*  
• CarotoMax also supports a strong immune system and it Fat-soluble. 
• It contains unique concentrated extracts from tomatoes, micro-algae, oil of palm, and marigold, among others. 
• CarotoMax promotes good health and well being and provides powerful antioxidant support.   

The partner to CarotoMax is FlavoMax  which contains Six Key Classes of Flavonoids. Flavonoids are powerful water-soluble plant nutrients that deliver potent antioxidant protection to the blood and blood rich tissues, especially the liver and intestines.*

• The average daily intake of flavonoids is only 20 mg — FlavoMax provides over 300 mg
• Flavonoids are found in plant parts not typically consumed: seeds, peels, flowers, and bark
• Supports circulation, capillary strength, and cardiovascular health*
• Uniquely combines superconcentrated extracts from blueberry, elderberry, green tea, and grapeseed, among others                   

For the best, most complete antioxidant protection, take both FlavoMax™ and CarotoMax! learn more

3. Vita E, Selenium and Grape Seed Extract  Combined

Our Natural E Complex for Heart, Colon, Prostate and Immune Health is a power pack of Vita E, Selenium and Grape Seed Extract (proanthocyanidins) all combined for quick delivery.

Vita-E Complex® contains a powerful fat-soluble antioxidant, vitamin E which supports heart, brain, and prostate health and promotes lung, colon, and immune function.  One of our softgels capsule provides 400 IU of naturally sourced vitamin E, 65 mcg of selenium to complement the activity of vitamin E and 38 mg of grapeseed extract containing proanthocyanidins, compounds that appear to have more powerful antioxidant properties than both vitamins C and E*. learn more

4. Omega-3   World’s Finest Fish Oil With EPA, DHA, ALA

Contains a full spectrum of seven naturally occurring omega-3 fatty acids: EPA, DHA, ALA, and more. EPA benefits your heart and joints, while DHA is critical for brain development and function.*

• Helps reduce the risk of heart disease†
• Ultra pure, pharmaceutical grade, processed through a triple molecular distillation (mercury and contaminants removed)
• World's finest fish oil with full spectrum potency of seven omega-3s. learn more

5. Vita C  Cellular Antioxidant and Immune Protection

Your body is capable of many things, but it can’t make or store vitamin C. When taken Vita C only last 3-4 hours.  Shaklee Sustained Release Vita-C 500 mg offers sustained-release protection hour after hour, using a proprietary sustained release system.

The “do-everything” nutrient, vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant. Sustained Release Vita-C provides:

• High-potency vitamin C

• A proprietary sustained-release system that delivers the vitamin C equivalent of one-and-a-half oranges every hour for five hours.
• A formula that helps maintain natural antioxidant defenses, cell integrity, and the health of eyes, teeth, gums, bones, muscles, and blood vessels. learn more

6. CO Q10 enzymeCoQHeart® Strengthens the Heart Muscle and Aids in LDL Cholesterol Oxidation*

Every cell in the body needs coenzyme Q10 to create energy. A healthy heart has an especially high demand for CoQ10. As an antioxidant, it also helps prevent LDL cholesterol oxidation.*
• Support for the hardest-working muscle in your body — your heart*
• Potent protection for your heart*— coenzyme Q10, resveratrol, and more
• Enhanced absorption using only natural ingredients in a softgel delivery system

• Exclusive patented technology delivers more CoQ10. learn more

7. OsteoMatrix® For Optimal Bone Health comes packed with Calcium, Vita D, K and Magnesium Combined in One!  

You need more than just calcium to build strong bones.  OsteoMatrix provides a unique matrix of critical nutrients including calcium, vitamins D and K, magnesium, and more to build and maintain strong bones. It's clinically proven to increase calcium absorption, and its small, coated caplets are easy to swallow!

Clinically proven OsteoMatrix provides a unique matrix of critical nutrients that go beyond calcium to build and maintain strong bones and teeth.

In addition to building strong bones and teeth, the nutrients in OsteoMatrix:*
• Help retain normal blood pressure
• Assist in muscle contraction and nerve transmission
• Help reduce PMS symptoms such as bloating, cramps, water retention, irritability, and moodiness
OsteoMatrix Provides:
• 1,000 mg (100% DV) of elemental calcium from nature’s most concentrated and easily absorbed sources
• 400 mg (100% DV) of magnesium to help incorporate calcium into bones and strengthen them
• 400 IU (100% DV) of vitamin D to stimulate calcium absorption

**Regular exercise and a healthy diet with supplemental calcium may reduce the risk of osteoporosis, especially in the elderly. Adequate calcium intake is important, but daily intake above 2,000 mg is not likely to provide any additional benefits. learn more




8.  Soy Protein -- The Power of Protein For Long Lasting Energy 

Protein is an essential building block for health. Critical for muscle retention, tissue repair, healthy blood formation, immunity and virtually every function in your body. Our Soy Protein is the highest quality and has a full complement of essential amino acids. It delivers Sustained Energy, with Highest Quality Plant Based Protein Available!

This low-fat, non-GMO (non-genetically modified organism) biologically complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids. It's ideal for the entire family, giving you 14 grams of heart-healthy soy protein per serving* More than a healthy snack alternative, Energizing Soy Protein is a delicious way to fuel your body with high-quality, heart-healthy soy protein.* Hour after hour, it offers a measurable energy lift.  

Energizing Soy Protein is also

  • Naturally low in fat
 • Cholesterol free
 • Replete with all essential amino acids.

As part of a healthy diet:*

    * Helps build muscle, skin, and hormones
    * Supports the immune system
    * Retains normal cholesterol levels
    * Promotes heart and prostate health.
   * Contains soy isoflavones, which can help minimize hot flashes and promote breast health. learn more

9. Pro and Pre Biotics Optiflora® Prebiotic & Probiotic System

Maintaining the health of your digestive systems is just as important as maintaining the health of your body, especially as you get older.

Optiflora is a unique, two-product system (Optiflora Prebiotic Complex and Optiflora Probiotic Complex) that provides dietary support for the normal, healthy balance of intestinal microflora.

Together, this system promotes colon health by supporting the growth of healthy microflora naturally found in the colon.* It also delivers guaranteed live probiotics Bifidobacterium longum and Lactobacillus acidophilus, along with the prebiotics FOS and inulin and provides gammatocopherol, a nutrient associated with colon health.* learn more

10.  Fiber Plan® Promotes Colon Health and Digestion, and Regularity* One of the main causes of constipation is the lack of fiber in the diet. By quickly removing waste from the body, fiber ensures that carcinogens -- cancer causing microbes that act on bacteria in bodily waste do not stay in contact with the lining of your bowel long enough to cause any damage.

Diets high in fiber aid digestion, promote regularity, and support colon health. The FDA recommends 25 grams of fiber per day, but Americans typically consume only half that amount. Fiber Plan Tablets can help you get all your fiber on a "regular" basis every day.  They are naturally made of Soy beans, lemon, grapefruit, and beets. Fiber Plan Tablets provide soluble and insoluble fiber. Take with a full glass of your favorite beverage. learn more



Our Anti Aging Essentials We have more--0ur essential vitamin supplements provide the fundamental nutritional core for overall health and wellness. They include Vitalizer, Vita Lea (Multi-Vitamin), Vita B, Iron Lecithin, Saw Palmetto Complex, Liver DTX and Zinc. Click here to learn more


Thinking about beginning a nutritional supplement plan?
Ready to start taking vitamin supplements? Not sure where to start? Not sure exactly what or how much you need?

 Here's an idea! 

Take our FREE "vitamin health assessment".  We are ready to help you now.  No pushy salesmen will call on you. learn more
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D. Ross Curington
Health and Wellness Coach

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Understanding And Neutralizing Free Radicals

What Are Antioxidants and What Are Free Radicals?

It all begins with antioxidants:  So what are antioxidants? Where are they?  And how much should I have?

Antioxidants are naturally found in fruits and veggies. Eating the good food God intended when He created fruits and vegetables way back when...before MacDonalds.  You see, scientists have recently discovered that antioxidants wage a vengeful warfare against the 'free radicals" in your body, destroying them and consequently releasing the proverbial "fountain of youth".


Antioxidants are found naturally in nutrients such as beta carotene, vitamins C and E and selenium. Together they can prevent damage to your body cells or repair damage that has been done.

Antioxidants work by slowing down or preventing the oxidative  process.  For example, if you cut  2 two fresh apple slices and place them on a tray. Coat one with fresh lemon juice.  The apple slice without the lemon juice will turn brown due to oxidation - or damage from oxygen - much faster than the apple with the protection of the lemon juice, vitamin C.  This browning process is caused by substances called free radicals. Free radicals are in your body and through this process can lead to cell dysfunction and the onset of problems like heart disease and diabetes.

Your cells break down and die without antioxidants to repair and or protect them. According to the American Heart Association, antioxidants work to protect your cells, may also improve immune function and perhaps lower your risk for infection, cancer and other devastating diseases.

An healthy eating plan containing plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and nuts may supply all the antioxidants your body needs. A healthy eating plan like that includes a our super food list that is high in ORAC value 3 times a day will give you a power boost. Funny thing about antioxidants, your body depletes itself or them naturally every 4-6 hours. No need to overdose.




Your Cells Under Attack: What are free radicals and how to control them?

A FREE Radical has a very long scientific explanation that would take a refresher course in chemistry 101 to completely understand.  However, to put it simply... When the cells in your body divide, a split or weak bond free radical is formed. They are formed without an electron and they try to capture a needed electron to gain stability. If one is not available they get one by attacking and stealing them from neighboring healthy molecules.

When attacked the good molecule looses its electron and becomes a free radical too, thus beginning a chain reaction. Once this process begins it grows in the complete disruption of a living cell.  As the assualt continues, the attacked good cells create waste by products and as you grow older the collection of these waste by products -- bad cells increase and takes a dramatic toll on your body.  Your body is no longer able to produce energy, maintain immunity, transmit nerve impulses or synthesize hormones with the free radicals ravaging your body. 

Free radicals usually begin to multiply when the immune system is under attack. For example, when your body is fighting to neutralize viruses or germs that attack it.  Also, they increase due to environmental stresses like pollution, cigarette smoke, exposure to chemicals in the home , herbicides, chemicals in food (chemicals to avoid),  excessive alcohol consumption, drug use, stress, over-exposure to ultra violet rays and yes even poor nutrition.

Protecting your cells from free radicals is the most critical step in anti-aging. Once you begin an anti-aging plan, the key is to stop the attack of free radicals by maintaining a diet rich in antioxidants. The goal is to stop the chain reaction that is assaulting your cellular DNA.

Antioixidants to the Rescue

The most natural way to fight free radical damage associated with the aging process is to enhance the body's antioxidant levels.  Antioxidant energized foods and drinks help make skin glow on the outside and about halts aging by taking out free radicals on the inside. So begin to pay attention to what you put on and in your body.

Antioxidants are nature's safe molecules that magically and safely interact with free radicals and terminate the chain reaction before vital molecules are damaged. Although, there are several enzyme systems within the body that scavenge free radicals, the principle micronutrient (vitamin) antioxidants are vitamin E, beta-carotene, and vitamin C. Additionally, selenium, a trace metal that is required for proper function of one of the body's antioxidant enzyme systems, is should be included in this category. Please do not make the mistake of thinking all you need is Vitamin C as your only antioxidant.  Your body needs all the above. Additionally, the body cannot manufacture these micronutrients so they must be supplied in the diet.

1. Begin eating the  fresh fruits and veggies that are on our list of Top 25 Anti Aging Super Foods. Our list of Super Foods  are loaded with all the vitamins, minerals, fats and fiber you need to gt started.  Antioxidants have a life time of 4-6 hours in your body. Be sure to include a cup of fresh fruit or veggie at every meal.  Just how much Super Food do you need? click here (but remember to stick with the Super Foods list)

Also the world's best Anti-Aging supplement, Vivix has all the vitamins and nutrients you need to start. Vivix is all natural and pure and fights aging on the cellular level.  learn more


2.  Begin today to limit your exposure to toxins, food additives, artificial colors, artificial flavors, smoke including second hand smoke, air pollution and stress they all produce free radical attacks.

3.  Begin today to add more antioxidants to your diet. Recommended dosage - eat or drink an antioxidant every four - siz hours to provide your cells with maximum protection.  Toxin free (fresh organic is best). The goal is to have one of them with every meal and snack. If you are unable to eat a diet rich in antioxidants consider supplements. Powerful antioxidant solutions

4.  Choose healthy fats and oils --  Only purchase monounsaturated fats ~ Get the Facts on Fats and Oils and why you should have a daily dose. learn more

5.  Replenish Your Vitamins and Minerals -- Not getting the Vitamins, minerals and nutrients you need everyday? You need them all! The antioxidants are just the beginning of the list.  Just what are the daily recommended vitamin and mineral intakes? How much should you have? You should know this. learn more


6.  Introducing Probiotics-- What are probiotics and more importantly why you need them? learn more


7.  Exercise -- start today


D. Ross Curington
Health and Wellness Coach




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