I went to the city at lunch break because i did some little shopping at the same have a pedi. I know i can’t get away from the office at exactly 3 pm so I had the pedi earlier at noon. While on the way, the jeepney i rode on stopped infront of the university gate to get more passengers. Then i inhaled the fragrance that i really detest so much. Guess what? Some guy is smoking outside the jeepney while calling for more passengers. Cigarette smoke plus humidity is equals to an environment that i wanna be in it. That is why, in spite of the campaign to stop smoking, cigars are still being manufactured because there are just those who can’t stop smoking.  These guys just didn’t realized that they are polluting the atmosphere and the more they are polluting their body.  All I am wishing is that they realized that they should have their health check from time to time so as not to be ill with cancer in the future.

One of the most uncomfortable skin problems is eczema . One time in my life i did experienced that but good thing it was cured. Now a friend is experiencing it and she has already spent a lot for medicine yet it still come and go. I advised her last month to see a dermatologist but the ointment given did not work well. So i told her to try the cream am using for my face and voila! it worked!

I will experience skin allergy (too much protein reaction) if i ate too much protein – whether it comes from meat or from high protein legumes.  When that happens, aside from ointments and lotion applied, i also take some weeks diet from food that will provoke the skin eruptions.

Since am working in an office daytime, power nap for me should be after lunch time.  Though i have experienced for many years that power nap is very effective for recharging our body, yet for some past years, i did not practice yet.  Lately, i want to do it regularly because it makes me still active even a half day full of work.

Last night, we slept so late because of the water.  We were waiting for it to come back.  I crawled to bed at past 1 am already so i almost missed buzzing the bell at 5:30.  During the worship i was soooo sleepy that after worship i went back to bed and sleep until 7 am.

It is still 10:47 but am looking forward to my power nap.  My mind is sort of unsure which to do, power nap or go to the COOP for some transaction and go straight to the mall to look for christmas photo cards which we will be using the next week. Oh i still have to go to the telephone company to have our internet connection cut. I have to cut it because our pc is not working these days. It’s good for the junkshop now.  I don’t like to think i will pay 1 month of the subscription and am not using it.

So maybe today, i will miss this power nap again.

Life today is fast paced, exciting – and exhausting.  Is  more sleep the answer?  Not always!  A refreshing, uninterrupted night’s sleep is a define advantage, but the issues are considerably more complicated.  Most people work at sedentary jobs, with deadline pressures and emotionally draining problems.  The people  often find it difficult to fall asleep or rest peacefully.

Sleep is very essential to maintain a well-balanced mind and healthy body.  During sleep your blood pressure goes down, your pulse rate decreases, your breathing slows, your temperature lowers slightly.  If you deprive your body of adequate sleep, great demands are made on your back-up energy resources.  If you this habitually, you can expect to live your life “on the edge,” with little resistance to disease and stress.

I snagged this from meaning of TEMPERANCE and this is for letter R. It’s always my wish that at least once a week i will have an uninterrupted sleep. These days that am back exercising, i feel i sleep better than before.

Part II will be continued next post.

According to NEWSTART, a human being can survive several days without food, a few days without water but only a few minutes without air.  This one element is very important to life.  Without air a person will die and can have permanent brain damage within 5 minutes.

Spending long hours in poorly ventilated rooms can result in drowsiness and make it difficult to concentrate.  The reason?  Too little oxygen in the air.  Shallow breathing and blockages in the respiratory tract can make your entire system operate sluggishly.

Ways to get more air into our lungs:

1. Open your windows and let in the fresh air!
2. Exercise in the fresh air.  This will strengthen your breathing muscles and increase your lung capacity.
3. Practice good posture habits.  Sit up straight with your shoulders back.  This will increase your ability to breath more deeply.
4. Concentrate on breathing more deeply.  Consciously take several deep breaths.  This will clear your brain and cause you to be more alert and feel more alive.

I wish everyone a nice day today!

Small amount of sunlight are wonderful.  Large am0unts are dangerous! Limit your exposure to the sun to five minutes per day at first if you are fair skinned, 15 minutes a day for darker – skinned individuals.  Your exposure to the sun can be gradually increased.   A goal of 20-30 minutes is a realistic goal for most people.  Never allow yourself to burn.  Remember, wet skin burns faster than dry skin.  Ultraviolet rays of the sun can reflect off snow, sand and water, greatly increasing your exposure.

For years, sunlight has been known as a mediator of life.  We know today that it can be healing or destructive;  it can be the kiss of life or the kiss of death, depending on how we use it.  Enjoy the sun sparingly and it will increase your vitality and good health.

THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER NUTRITION

Malnutrition is commonly associated with starvation.  However, malnutrition is a general term for a medical condition that could simply mean the lack of proper nutrition or in other words malnutrition means eating too little or eating the wrong kind of food.  (I now wonder which meaning do i belong)

Malnutrition, in all its forms, increases the risk of disease and early death. Some diseases which could be attributed to not getting the proper nutrition.

Grabbed from the Philippine Star
Features portion
July 21, 2009

Sunlight gives life to earth because it provides heat, light and food.   But what can sunlight do for you personally?

Sunlight can kill germs and can actually strengthen our body’s resistance to infection. That is why it is important to sun and air our blankets, quilts and other items that are not washed often.  Open up the windows of your house as much as possible as this will allow the sunlight to kill bacteria in your home as well.

Sunlight therapy is seen to increase some types of immunity. White blood cells are increased, especially lymphocytes.  Antibodies are increased.  These effects can last up to three weeks.  A ten-minute exposure to the sun one to two times a week can greatly reduce incidence of colds.

The theory of sunlight therapy is a very controversial issue – since suppressor T-cells activity is increased and natural killer-cell activity is suppressed.  This can be beneficial in conditions like multiple sclerosis and certain allergic conditions.  However, the risk of skin cancer is increased and some latent viruses are activated.

The important factor to remember is the amount of time one spends in the sun is very crucial. The idea is to have limited exposure and as with other good ideas, use in moderation.

The sunlight can increase your blood’s ability to carry and deliver oxygen, thus increasing your energy and endurance.

Unfiltered sunlight on the skin converts cholesterol in the skin into vitamin D.  This process can cause a significant lowering of your cholesterol level.

source: NEWSTART

Many mothers are working hard in providing proper nutrition to kids to prevent disease.  I guess babies are always healthy but when they grow and have their own choice they tend to sidetrack in their healthy lifestyle.  But many ladies are now into Fastin, one of the diet pills in the market today as they want to go back to their original figure. But to avoid eating this pills then let’s try to follow the following tips:

1.  Don’t skip meals.

2.  Drink water.

3.  Eat lean protein.

4.  Choose more whole grains.

5.  Eat more vegetables and fruits.

6.  Exercise.

7.  Nutritional Supplements.

By Nutritionist Sue Radd.

You can still stay on track with your health goals even while vacationing.  Here’s how.

on the road
Pack fresh fruit and water bottles that are easy to eat and drink in a car.  Apples, pears, bananas, and mandarins make good snacks.

For longer trips, make your own sandwiches or wraps rather than leaving yourself at the mercy of fastfood restaurants.  Get ride of the candies and processed snacks – they’re just not worth the extra problems they’ll create.

in the air
For long trips, order a special meal in advance-low fat, vegetarian, or diabetic.  You will usually get served first, and you can relax, knowing the meal will be healthy.  Also, don’t accept all the snacks the flight attendants offer.  Move around the cabin as much as possible, and remember that it’s easier to control what you put in your moth than to burn it off.  A snack of cheese and crackers can take around 45 minutes of light walking to get ride of the rid of the extra calories!

on the ship
Cruise liners may offer special diet if pre-arranged.  Or, you can choose carefully from the buffet.  Fill half your plate with salad or steamed vegetables, leave one-quarter for starchy foods, and use the rest for proteins such as beans and tofu.  Also, don’t go for seconds, and watch your drinks.

in your hotel room
Avoid food from the minibar.  In addition to being overpriced, the offerings tend to be loaded with sugar and fat.  Make sure you have plenty of plain water to get you through the night, and bring along some fresh fruit in case you get hungry.

at a restaurant
Pick places that offer healthier choices.  Check the menu before you sit down.  Go for fresh foods, and avoid fried and creamy dishes.  Stick to one course.