Health & Nutrition

Vitamin D- and 4 Reasons Why You Need It

Vitamin D- and 4 Reasons Why You Need It

VITAMIN D- AND 4 REASONS WHY YOU NEED IT

Vitamin D- also known as the Sunshine Vitamin is important for health. At this time of year, our days get shorter, and many of us spend more time inside, we are not getting enough of that sunshine vitamin on our skin. 

Without sun, there would be no life on this planet... including us.  Vitamin D is manufactured in your skin when in contact with ultraviolet light (UVB) from the suns rays. Then, your body transfers the vitamin via your bloodstream to the liver and kidneys to be used or stored. It can be stored in the liver, skin, brain, spleen and bones.

So, why do we need it? 

  1. Remember all vitamins and minerals work together. Vitamin D is needed to absorb calcium which helps maintain healthy bones and teeth. This absorption of calcium happens in your intestines, and without enough Vitamin D to do the job, it can lead to problems such as rickets in children and osteoporosis in older adults.  

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Hide the Candy!!!

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Hide the Candy!!!

Hide the candy!!!

The day after Halloween is when the sugar rush is finally over in many households and just getting going in many others! What's the best thing to do with all that candy? .... Get rid of it!

Having sugar filled treats sitting around the house is just asking for trouble. If you can convince yourself to make them go away, you will not be tempted, you will not have them to turn to when you feel snacky, and you will not have them catching your eye when you open the cupboard.

If you are ready to ditch the sugar, or want to see if you can do it, then take this Energy Boosting 5 Day Sugar Free Challenge and kick the habit. Its free to sign up, and can help you with ideas of how to replace your sugary foods, and get over the sugar addiction.

Water- And Why You Probably Need To Drink More

Water- And Why You Probably Need To Drink More

WATER- AND WHY YOU PROBABLY NEED TO DRINK MORE

Water is the most important substance on earth and in the human body. We all know its important to drink water. But why? And how much is enough? 

Let's start with the WHY?

  • Have you ever heard: by the time you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated?! Its true!
  • Your body is made of about 60 % water! Its important for all functions from digestion to detox to circulation and nerve function. Sweating, urine and tears all mean that as it comes in, it also leaves. 
  • You do get some replacement of liquid in food, but its likely not even half the amount you need. 
  • Dehydration affects how well your body works. Without enough water, you can feel sluggish, headachy or tired. Its also affecting all of your organs and their function. Drinking more water give you energy, a more clear mind, and a happier mood!

10 Superfoods you should be eating!

10 Superfoods you should be eating!

10 SUPERFOODS YOU SHOULD BE EATING!

Have you been hearing about superfoods lately? Wondering if you should be eating some of them? The answer is YES. Remember, everything you put in your body counts- good and bad. Superfoods help to get you ahead of the game. They are SUPER in the sense of having more benefit per bite than any other foods nutritionally. Superfoods are full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. There are many exotic superfoods, but might not be practical if you don't know where to buy or how to eat them!

Ready to give some a try? Check out these 10 easy to include superfoods below. 

  1. Avocado- Great source of healthy fats, Vitamin C and E. Guacamole is one of my favorite snacks. Click HERE for my yummy recipe. Also great in salads, on toast or in your smoothie! 

 
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