#17 top tips for healthy joints

[health-and-fitness-care]

Joint Health Guide: A Comprehensive Approach to Healthy Joints

Joint Health Guide: A Comprehensive Approach to Healthy Joints Joint health is crucial for maintaining mobility, flexibility, and overall well-being throughout life. Joints are the connections between bones that allow us to move, bend, and perform a wide range of activities. Whether you’re walking, exercising, or simply picking up an object, healthy joints make all these movements possible. As…

[cookies-and-creamless]

Balloon Art Day 3

Day 1 - Day 2

15. Giraffe - Unnamed

Before I got out of bed today, I whipped out a quick giraffe for a warm up. This giraffe is just a dog with different proportions, but I wanted to make a giraffe for a friend's kid. I didn't prepare at all beforehand, but from a purely balloon twisting perspective, I'm really happy with it. One small detail that doesn't show up super well in this picture is that I made the front legs longer than the back. Giraffes' legs are pretty even, but you can clearly see a downward slope in their backs that can be approximated in balloon form by introducing a length difference. This one stopped living up to my expectations once I tried drawing the spots on. Sharpie works wonders on these balloons, but I didn't have a brown sharpie on hand in my bedroom. I used a crayola marker instead, which you can see didn't really stick at all. Ended up being a bit of a mess!

17, 18, 19. Heart, bow, flower - Mother's Day Ensemble

This heart here is my second attempt. It takes some effort to get a balloon to hold an angle like the one in a heart! Even more effort to do it without any swelling in the joint. You can see that the heart here is slightly inflamed, but compared to the one before it, it looks extremely healthy. Aside from that, the bow here is a little uneven, and the flower was intended to have six petals instead of five (one of them being a tad short), but after struggling a while with how I wanted the heart to look, I decided that today was going to be a "finish it even if it's not perfect" kind of day.

20. Sword

I consider this an important skill in the children's birthday party side of balloon art, and for the sake of possibly making a little bit of money at some point (it's so hard to do things on a just-for-fun basis nowadays), I've resolved to eventually perfect the blade. The challenge of the sword is inflating the balloon just enough that you can still make the few required twists while resulting in a round, inflated tip. Now, the bubble at the front of this one is a bit long, and that's not the challenging part, but I got a little turned around at the start of this one. The tip top is slightly under-inflated. Only slightly, though, so I'm satisfied with this as a first try.

21. Mushroom

This one was also a little sloppy, but it's such a cute little thing that I was really happy to finish it regardless. A developing theme is that I will make bubbles bigger than a tutorial calls for and run out of balloon faster than intended when I iterate the process. This mushroom has a slightly less robust cap than specified in the tutorial I followed, but once again, it doesn't matter too much. I find that it's pretty fun to not measure anything and just work it out on my own when something goes wrong.

22. Corn (failure)

This one involves weaving six balloons at once into basically a tall basket. I couldn't handle that many balloons at once! No biggie though, this was a big step up from what I've done up to this point. The mode of failure was a pinch twist, which is consistently a technique that I'm a little nervous about due to a fear of popping. This time, it was in between a lot of other bubbles and I must have pulled a bit too hard, because the balloon I was twisting did indeed pop. I feel comfortable saying I bit off more than I could chew here, but I'm exercising my jaw every day, so I'll come back around for this one another time!

23. Sword (not pictured)

This one was both to see if I could do it better this time, and because I just wanted to play around. I didn't do it any better this time though. I don't want to sit down for a day of nothing but swords until I get the inflation level to be perfect, but I think that might be the best way to learn. I'll keep working hard, whatever that looks like!

24. Camel - Wendy

Yup, that's right, she's meant to be a camel. I didn't get as much height as I'd have liked out of her hump because the bubbles that make up her torso are slightly different lengths. I was also cutting my balloon length pretty close at the end, because this is one of the rare designs that leaves the very end of the balloon inflated. Her front legs are also longer than her back legs, and not on purpose this time! I don't mind for now though. Hard to feel frustrated when I'm holding a cute little animal that I made!

[rabbitcruiser]

National I Love My Feet Day

National I Love My Feet Day is celebrated on August 17 every year. You might be wondering why feet are being celebrated — well the real question should be ‘why aren’t you celebrating it?.’ We know feet are sometimes associated with being gross, but the truth is feet do a whole lot for us as humans: from carrying our entire body weight to carrying any extra load we carry, like groceries and other heavy materials. Feet are the foundation for the entire body in terms of support, balance, posture, and overall well-being, so they should be catered to.

History of National I LOVE My feet Day

National I Love My Feet Day was invented by Carolyn Jenkins and was intended to be a day in which people not only loved their feet but took proper care of them. Taking care of your feet is of utmost importance for individuals with diabetes or certain circulatory conditions. It is worth knowing that 75% of all adults have a foot problem, and we should aim to drastically reduce that number. These foot problems usually come from wearing improper footwear, such as oversized or undersized footwear as many people still don’t know their accurate sizes.

Footwear choices have to be carefully made as they can create a lifetime of misery if chosen wrongly. As our feet are our primary mode of transport, we often forget how hard they work while they quietly and faithfully help us stand, walk, run, skip, jump and play sports. They take us wherever we want to go — from school to work and recreational sites. They withstand all the things we do in our everyday lives, accomplishing a lot of things our hands cannot.

National I Love My Feet Day serves as a reminder to learn about our feet, share good foot care tips, footwear guidance, foot care, and product information, and partake in activities to help us celebrate our feet and keep them healthy. The inaugural I Love My Feet Day was observed in 2015 after submission by Carolyn Jenkins in May 2015. It has been observed annually ever since and this year makes it the eighth celebration of I Love My Feet Day.

National I LOVE My feet Day timeline

1925

The Brannock Device Is Invented

The Brannock Device is invented by Charles F. Brannock to measure feet and determine shoe size.

1970s

The Mondopoint System of Shoe Sizing

The system is developed by the International Organization for Standardization to create a universal footwear sizing system.

2015

First Observance

The inaugural “I Love My Feet Day” is observed.

2022

Modern Day Observance

National I Love My Feet Day is celebrated on August 17.

National I LOVE My feet Day FAQs

What time of day should you measure your feet?

It is best to measure them in the evening when the feet have expanded to their largest.

What kind of doctor takes care of feet?

The Podiatrist is the doctor that takes care of the feet and everything below the knee.

What is the top of the foot called?

The bone at the top of the foot is called ‘talus’ — it forms a joint with the two bones of the lower leg, the tibia, and fibula.

National I LOVE My feet Day Activities

Get a pedicure or foot massageCelebrate the day by getting a pedicure or foot massage. It helps your feet stay fresh and healthy.

Buy a new pair of comfy shoesSay no to oversized and undersized shoes. Get a new pair of comfy shoes today.

Go for a walkCelebrate the day by going for a walk. It helps to strengthen your foot muscles.

5 Interesting Facts About Feet

They’re complexThe feet house approximately 100 muscles, 33 joints, and 26 bones.

10,000 steps should be taken dailyThe average person should walk 10,000 steps daily.

They grow fastA one-year-old baby’s feet are almost half of their adult size.

They have approximately 250,000 sweat glandsHuman feet have about 250,000 sweat glands and can produce a half-pint of perspiration per day.

Foot sizes vary depending on the timeFoot sizes are the largest by the end of the day and the smallest at the beginning of the day.

Why We Love National I LOVE My feet Day

It reminds us to care for our feetFeet are usually overlooked. National I Love My Feet Day serves as a reminder to take care of them.

It helps reduce foot problemsWith the various activities that happen on the day, foot problems are generally reduced. Because of massages, alongside other activities that care for your feet, people’s feet are generally in a better state.

It helps people know their shoe sizeWhile most people think they know their shoe size, they actually do not. This leads to people wearing slightly oversized or undersized shoes. National I Love My Feet Day serves as a reminder to accurately check shoe sizes.

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[forgadgetsandgizmos]

‘Cause You’re A Sky Full of Stars (I’m Going To Give You My Heart)

My fic for Day 1 of Alex Manes Week 2020 | Prompt: Home Can Be A Person

Read on AO3 Here

It was nearing sunset when Alex pulled his jeep beside the familiar, fading colors of Michael’s white-and-blue truck and cut off the engine. Looking around from where he sat in the driver’s seat, the place hadn’t changed in the decade since he’d last been here. He had been a hopeful 17-year-old in love, high on dreams of the future, carving A M into tree bark.

Alex chuckled under his breath. They hadn’t been brave enough to add the plus or a heart. With only two letters, it could easily be mistaken for Alex’s own initials, but Michael had left an empty space between with whispered promises of someday and after.

Someday, if they were braver.

After, when they’d be adults and free.

It was a sweet kind of irony that the reason they had always came here then was the same reason he was here now.

Michael had always found comfort in the desert.

Alex stepped out of the jeep, the uneven sand beneath his feet sinking in greeting. He sent a quick prayer of thanks that he had the sensibility to put on boots this morning - his prosthetic would be hell to deal with if sand got in it - before locking the car and heading forward.

A heavy breeze brought the sound of tree leaves ruffling, their healthy emerald color shimmering under the orange desert glow. It also brought sharp clinks of glass hitting rock from where Michael sat facing the sunset.

His body was a dark shadow against the tan background, the light illuminated stray curls escaping from under his trademark black cowboy hat. It reminded Alex of a scene in an old western.

Michael had to know he was here - he couldn’t be so drunk that he missed the loud rumble of Alex’s jeep - but he hadn’t turned around. Alex supposed that means he has to go to him. Though if he’s being honest with himself, the only somewhat flat part of the stone that can be used climb to Michael looked a lot more daunting at 28 than it had at 17.

Probably because the last time he’d climbed up and down that rock it had been with two steady legs and a sober Michael to lend a hand.

Banking on familiarity with the path and muscle gained from a decade of military training to compensate, Alex ducked under the tree blocking his way and started up. It was slow going, frustratingly slow, but he made it to the top without any injury to himself or his leg.

“You climbed up.”

Alex took that as an invitation and sat down, his legs (all one and a half) joining Michael’s in dangling off the edge. “I did,” he answered.

Michael grunted and offered him a bottle. “Whiskey?”

Alex took the bottle from him but shook his head. “I shouldn’t. One of us has to drive back eventually.”

“Then give back the bottle.”

Alex tipped it over the edge, far enough that sand would cushion the fall and it wouldn’t break. If the level of whiskey and the bottle opener he had scene in the truck were any indication, Michael was at least three shots past tipsy. He didn’t need to drink anymore.

“Or do that,” Michael scowled.

“You’re drunk enough already. It’ll be hard enough to climb off this rock sober, I don’t want to have to carry you.”

Michael flung a hand forward, “That’s what jumpin’ is for.” Obviously, his tone said.

Alex raised an eyebrow and gave the rock a kick with his bad leg. Boots were okay for walking, but they couldn’t keep all the sand out if he took a 15-foot drop into it. This was a new prosthetic too, and his doctor at the vet hospital in Albuquerque would kill him if he ground down the joints in less than a month.

Michael’s face clouded over, jaw clenched shut.

“We gonna talk about why you’re up here?”

”I like the view,” he drawled, tipping his hat with a playful smirk.

“You seem upset,” Alex prodded.

Michael snorted. “You’d think. I’m not.”

“Oh?”

Michael’s eyes crinkled in the corners. “Really, I swear,” he laughed. “Look,” he whispered, pointing head of them.

The sky was glowing.

As far as Alex could see, the sky was a myriad blue, purple, and pink shades. Where the sun still hit it, the sand, so often harsh and burning, reflected the colors back to the sky as if it was waving to an old friend. The rest formed a black contrast that seemed to deepen each shade. They set in comfortable silence in their oasis, watching the colors merge and morph on the horizon as sun inched down lower.

“Before I joined the Air Force, I assumed I’d never leave the west coast. I wanted to be a musician, so kid-me just knew that all I’d have to do was go to L.A. and never leave. I’ve never even been to L.A.” Alex remarked to himself, eyes still on the horizon. But in between the camouflage of fatigues and the gunpowder smoke, I saw so many different people, so many cultures.” He let his awe fill his voice as he spoke. “And I’d catch myself missing this ... empty desert that I grew up miserable in.”

Michael glanced at him with a confused smile.

“What?”

Michael shook his head softly. “I never thought of Roswell as home. I didn’t even live here until I was eleven. And Max and Iz tried their best but,” he shrugged.

“But you wanted to search the desert for pieces of an alien spaceship,” Alex finished. Michael wanted to leave. He still does, and Liz might have destroyed his best chance at Crash-Con.

“I worked so hard. The consul Liz destroyed would have killed a lot of people and I don’t wish it had, don’t get me wrong,” Michael rushed to say, alcohol slightly blurring his words together as he tried to speak too fast.

“It’s okay to mourn a dream,” Alex reassured him. He tried to project acceptance and comfort instead of the sick loneliness that always settled in when he thought about Michael leaving Earth.

“No, you don’t get it,” Michael exclaimed, knotting his fingers in his hair and knocking his hat behind him in the process. “I’m not mad, not pissed, and I should be so that’s why I’m drinking on a rock on a Monday.”

He must have scene a puzzled look on Alex’s face because he started to clarify.

��You said when you were a kid and home in Roswell, you wanted to see the world and once you did, you missed home, right?” he asked.

“Yeah,” Alex nodded. How did that have to do with anything?

“I always felt like I was already seeing the world and I was always missing home, even if I didn’t remember it. I don’t know when it changed but when I realized that consul had blown up and I hadn’t even tried to save it, I just ran off to help you and then Maria?”

He gestured to the whiskey bottle laying in the sand. “Yeah, I’m mourning, but I’m mourning my chance to see my past and to visit that world. I don’t feel like it’s my home anymore.”

The sky had lost its color now. If the sunset had been an old western, this was a black-and-white picture movie. Everything he saw was monochrome, washed out in grays and blacks.

“Roswell still sucks,” Michael continued. “but that’s okay. It’s not my home.”

Alex took a deep breath as if steadying himself for the answer. “What is?”

Michael met his eyes with a steady gaze. He looked confident, the slight glaze and wide eye-look from alcohol making his irises shine as if the moon itself was looking at him under the colorless sky.

He smiled sadly. “Home can be a person, Alex. I found mine when I was seventeen. It’s just taken me a little while to realize it, is all.”

Oh. Oh. Alex didn’t say anything, just stared at Michael in wonder. He didn’t think he could speak if he tried. He never expected, he, that - he never expected this. That he loved Michael more than Michael loved him was a fact that he had come to terms with. He didn’t know what to do with this.

Would Michael regret this in the morning?

Alex knew he was too afraid of the answer to ask.

After long, Michael’s face lit up with relief. His emotions had always changed often and quickly, even when they were kids. He understood the need, of course, to project a feeling you thought someone wanted from you, but unlike Alex, Michael seemed to actually feel it.

“You don’t need to respond. Really, you already have,” he pointed out.

Yeah, maybe.

“Let’s just lay here, yeah?” He leaned back, head to the sky.

Alex joined him, still silent. Words echoed in his head, each thing taking on a new meaning he hadn’t seen before.

They’re my family, Alex! All right, maybe. But you’re mine.

I loved you. And I think you loved me.

I know you loved me.

I know what he means to Alex

You are the best of me.

“In a little bit, I’ll be sober enough to move you down,” Michael whispered. “Until then, the stars are out.”

He meant float him down off the rock with telekinesis, Alex realized. For some reason, the notion warmed him almost as much as Michael’s earlier confession had.

Alex nodded, and they lay together under the stars illuminating the sky, Michael’s low humming joining the sounds of desert coming to life.

-

I don’t care, go on and tear me apart.

And I don’t care if you do.

‘Cause you’re a sky full of stars,

I think I see you.

Such a heavenly view.

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[beast-boss-bastard]

Closeup Headcanons.

01.       scalp. |So basically: He’s got a good clean scalp. Nothin dry or falling out, healthy over all. Hair starts from the left and moves right.

02.       hair.

He’s got a lotta hair, it grows fairly quick but nothin unmanageable. He’s got a good thick head of wavy hair that makes for one hell of a bed head. Other wise it’s brushed off neatly to the right. Hair kind of climbs down his neck a bit and perks up in the back. He likes to keep the back of his heady a little mowed down so he doesn’t have too much hair weighing on him to make em feel hot n’ sweaty. It thins out a bit around his ears into a softer light material feeling less like hair and more like fur with little tufts poking out from his ears. usually kind of messy and frilly around his ears.

03.       forehead.

Nothin much to talk about here. It’s usually covered by his hair anyways.

04.       temples.

Probably one of the places he squeezes every now and again when some idiot starts opening their fat mouth. While mostly obscured by hair it’s easy to at least rub one i without sticking your hand through a fat head of hair.

05.       eyebrows.

He’s got thick but manageable eyebrows. Grows in a darker color than his hair and naturally curled into a slight glare, nothin he can control which makes it a bit uneasy to look at when he’s got a blank expression. Over all well kept. Appearance is a lot when in a business like this.

06.       eyes.

His eyes are orange, a bright ember kind of color which go to a more golden look when magic is in play. They’re usually over shadowed by his hair giving him a rather intimidating stare with the help of those reflective mirrors in his eyes giving them a bit of a glow in the dark. Pupils work like cat eyes going from big black dots to thin slits.

07.       ears.

Ears poke out from the top of his head. They’re a bit big and end in a rounded pointed end. Very sensitive to sound and being blown into and usually perked up when possible. Having anything put over them is a quick way to make him uncomfortable. Probably the softest thing on his more notably the back of his ears. Doesn’t appreciate when anything is put into his ears and are generally what gives him expression.

08.       nose.

He’s got a good nose on him, not too big, not too small, and it has a great sense of smell. Able to detect anything he’s familiar with up to 20ft. Has a little color on the tip of it and a deep scar that rolls across it giving it a slight indent where the blade had sliced deep. Not noticeable until you give it a closer look though.

09.       cheeks.

He doesn’t have bright cheeks but there’s differently some color to it. A few smaller scars have marked them up but nothing serious. Light soft hairs grow faintly on the sides of his cheeks can’t really be pointed out until you feel it for yourself.

10.       lips.

he’s got nicely shaped lips, they tend to be a little chapped, has a scar or two running through them and tend to frown when relaxed.  Though expressive when he does move them giving him a great wide smile when he needs it.

11.       teeth.

He’s got sharp ones folks. Each one of them have a pointed end, His canines are rather big even given a smaller but noticeable second pair on his top row of teeth. As you reach further into his mouth his molars bend inwards in a sharp point. If he managed to get a good bite on anyone those inward facing teeth are bound to at least take a chunk with em. They’re brushed pretty well giving him a good pearly smile.

12.       mouth.

He’s got a big mouth. Opens up wider than most humans could ever dream of makes it easy to get around his big canines and lets him shove quite a bit of food in there before his cheeks are full.

13.       jaw.

Strong jaw, the kinda jaw that can be a table if need be. Littered with spiked dark red stubble.

14.       chin.

I’d say he has a pretty good chin, not huge but broad with a very slight dip in the middle of his chin, nothin to make it too noticeable but it’s certainly there.  Also littered with dark red stubble.

15.       neck.

(back and front.)

He’s actually got a pretty long neck, it’s thick to match his muscular body and pretty exaggerated in the neck area. Down the back of his neck grows a trail of hair that generally goes from red to a purple color towards the start of his back. Mostly untouched besides a few scars that run up or down from other places.

16.       collarbones.

Sturdy collarbones exaggerated by his muscular body. A few scars scrape down the area but nothing serious.

17.       shoulders.

(muscles.)

A very stiff and tight area for him. Being top heavy gives him quite a bit of tone up there and the place he tightens up when out in public or at the rink to maintain posture.

18.       shoulders.

(joints.)

The shoulders themselves has a good shape to them. Purple fur sprouts from here curling outwards into thick tufts that are well brushed and wavy on his shoulders. Usually put over his clothing. As it goes out towards his arms the fur thins out into red hairs. Probably has some big scars hidden under the fur given it’s a common place to get hit.

19.       upper arms.

Upper arms are well built. Hams if you will. Could probably crush skulls i I’m honest. Also littered in red hair that grooms off to the side away from the body. It’s soft and nice to touch. Also littered in a fair amount of scars.

20.       elbows.

Sturdy and well callused things rough all around really.

21.       forearms.

Maintains the same kind of muscle his whole body has. The tops of his arm and around the wrists is where his fur grows bleeding out a bit onto his hands. Wavy purple fur sprouts and grows up his arm a ways before breaking into red arm hair. Usually strapped down by bandage wrap and arm guards.

22.       wrists.

His fur grows around his wrists. Nothing much else to say.

23.       palms.

(front and back.)

His palms are rough, super calloused with a few scars cut into them. Big hands.

24.       fingers.

(all of them.)

Rouged up. Quite a bit of scars litter around the area, skin is thick and calloused on the undersides.

25.       shoulder blade.

Fur sprouts out from the upper shoulder blades and towards the middle of his back. But thins out as it gets lower down his spine. Not super pronounced but noticeable when visible.

26.       breast / upper chest area. *

He’s got good tiddie. Strong solid pecs take up the chest area somewhat scarred up with a range of deep and light ones. And of course two nipples, one for each pec.

27.       waist.

He certainly doesn’t have a flared waist but it’s not entirely thin. A bit of volume to make up for his thighs.  

28.       back.

He’s got a strong back. Pretty tight and stiff and hard to get to relax. Down the spine a thin line of fur grows along it. Also a home for many scars. A good amount being pretty deep from assassination attempts.

29.       hips.

He’s got good enough hips. Not enough to say he has big hips but enough to let you know they’re their and pretty damn good.

30.       groin area. *

If you know you know. :)

31.       butt. *

He’s got a decent backside. Nothing huge or bulging but tight and well shaped fills his pants well enough.

32.       thighs.

Large muscular thighs, great definition in them but not thick. Though he could still certainly crush melons in them. Trust me on this one. A few scars here and there.

33.       knees.

Solid rough knees much like his elbows. Calloused and often bruised.

34.       calves.

He’s got defined curved calves to accompany his well muscled thighs giving him a good shape.

35.       ankles.

Pretty bony but nothing feeble enough to snap like twigs. Fits well with his well muscled legs.

36.       feet.

(heel, bridge, ball.)

he’s got human feet. Only a slight padding under them makes them somewhat animistic. Nothing super noticeable really. They’re fairly big. And he’s got wide flat feet. Nothing too insane mind you but noticeable.

37.       toes.

He’s got your average every day toes. Nothin crazy about em. Not long. Not stubby. Just toes.

38.       nails.

(fingers + toes.)

He’s got sturdy claw like nails. They’re thick and darkened a bit ending in natural points. They don’t grow out too long but they’re there.

38.       stomach. (adding this one cos I felt like I should say it.)

Yeah, of course he has a good 6 pack of abs. But towards the bottom of his stomach is a small bit of fat. A nice good chunk of his muscular stomach at the bottom is rounded out into a nice squeezable bit of flesh. He’s got a small bit of belly there.|

[nafsibotanicals]

Happy new month lovelies, and Welcome to a new post 🙂

Fire cider has been long touted as a folk remedy for generations, said to combat the flu and even the common cold among other things, including aiding digestion and boosting the immune system. ingredients can vary, as long as they are healthy and natural preferably ORGANIC and fresh, such as fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices of your choice. 

My mean reason for making FIRE-CIDER is because of digestive issues, the COLD, yes this cold ah! and to also boost my immune system not to mention a little help with this belly fat is much-needed #sigh.

Nutrition facts are listed below, or you can skip that and scroll further down for the instruction on how to make your own homemade cider.

DISCLAIMER: I am NOT under any circumstances claiming this will cure anything. I’m laying out a recipe that is both delicious and nutritious. I am also explaining some of the purported health benefits of the ingredients that go INTO MY recipe.

  GINGER ROOT: 

Support digestive health

Eases inflammation by boosting a healthy immune response

blocks bacterial infection

improve brain function

relieves joint and muscles pain & regulates blood sugar

eases menstrual pains & protects against stomach ulcers

helps treat nausea

TURMERIC:

Does contain compounds with medicinal properties, these compounds are called curminoids, the most important of which is curcumin. Curcumin has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant.  The benefits include but not limited to:

curcumin is a natural ANti-inflammatory compound

increases the antioxidant capacity of the body. The main reason antioxidants are so beneficial is that they protect your body from free radicals. Free radicals tend to react with important organic substances, such as fatty acids, protein or DNA.

curcumin may help delay again and fight age-related chronic diseases

  GARLIC:

Scientists now know that most of its health benefits are caused by sulfur compounds formed when a garlic clove is chopped, crushed or chewed. Perhaps the most famous of those is known as allicin.

However, allicin is an unstable compound that is only briefly present in fresh garlic after it’s been cut or crushed. Other compounds that may play a role in garlic’s health benefits include diallyl disulfide and s-allyl cysteine.

The sulfur compounds from garlic enter the body from the digestive tract and travel all over the body, where it exerts its potent biological effects. 

contains compounds with potent medicinal properties

highly nutritious 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of garlic contains (5):

Manganese:23% of the RDA

Vitamin B6:17% of the RDA

Vitamin C:15% of the RDA

Selenium:6% of the RDA

Fiber:6 grams

combat sickness including the common cold

active compounds can reduce blood pressure

Contains antioxidants.

  CHILI PEPPER:

Chili pepper contains an impressive list of plant derived chemical compounds that are known to have disease preventing and health promoting properties.

Chili peppers have amazingly high levels of vitamins and minerals. Just 100 g provides (in % of recommended daily allowance):

240% of vitamin-C (Ascorbic acid), 39% of vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxine), 32% of vitamin A, 13% of iron, 14% of copper, 7% of potassium

Chilies contain health benefiting an alkaloid compound, capsaicin, which gives them strong spicy, pungent character.  capsaicin has anti-bacterial, anti-carcinogenic, analgesic and anti-diabetic properties.

Fresh chili peppers, red and green, are a rich source of vitamin-C.100 g fresh chilies provide about 7 µg or about 240% of RDA. Vitamin-C is a potent water-soluble antioxidant. It is essential for the collagen synthesis inside the human body. Collagen is one of the main structural protein required for maintaining the integrity of blood vessels, skin, organs, and bones.

 other antioxidants such as vitamin-A, and flavonoids like β-carotene, α-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin, and cryptoxanthin. These antioxidant substances in capsicum help protect the body from injurious effects of free radicals generated during stress, diseases conditions.

Chilies carry a good amount of minerals like potassium, manganese, iron, and magnesium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure.

Chilies are also good in the B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, pyridoxine (vitamin B-6), riboflavin and thiamin (vitamin B-1). These vitamins are essential in the sense that the human body requires them from external sources to replenish.

LIME:

Lime is a type of citrus fruit that is an excellent source of antioxidants. Antioxidants protect your body by preventing or stopping damage caused by free radicals, or chemicals that harm cells. Benefits include but not limited to:

Limes are also a good source of:

potassium

vitamins A, B, C, and D

calcium

magnesium

Rejuvenates skin: Limes contain vitamin C and flavonoids, the antioxidants that strengthen collagen. Drinking lime water can hydrate and rejuvenate your skin

improves digestion: Drinking lime water improves digestion. Limes are acidic and they help saliva break down food for better digestion. Additionally, flavonoids in limes stimulate secretion of digestive juices

Fights infections: Your risk of infection is higher during cold and flu season

Another benefit of lime water is that it helps you manage your weight. Citric acids can boost metabolism, helping you burn more calories and store less fat.

Reduces inflammation: Arthritis, gout, and other joint problems are all caused by inflammation. Vitamin C can reduce the level of inflammation in your body, so adding lime juice to water can relieve symptoms of arthritis and similar conditions that cause joint pain and stiffness. Limes can also reduce uric acid levels. Uric acid is a waste product the body produces when breaking down foods that contain purines, like meat, liver, mushrooms, and dried beans

LEMON:

A rich source of vitamin C, lemon possess immense health benefits ranging from its antibacterial and antiviral properties to its immune boosting abilities.

One of the most common ways to reap the health benefits of lemon is by juicing it. Lemon juice acts as a digestive and a detoxifying agent and helps in cleaning the liver leading to better digestive health. Lemon has similar benefits to LIME (listed above).

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

It is claimed to lead to all sorts of benefits, many of which are supported by science. This includes weight loss, reduced cholesterol, lower blood sugar levels and improved symptoms of diabetes. It is also an ancient folk remedy and has been used for various household and cooking purposes.

high in acetic acid, with potent biological effects

can kill many types of harmful bacteria. Vinegar can help kill pathogens, including bacteria.  Vinegar has also been used as a food preservative, and studies show that it inhibits bacteria (like E. coli) from growing in food and spoiling it

lowers blood sugar levels

helps to lose weight and reduces belly fat

improves heart  health

   ONION:

All onions contain antioxidants, compounds that may prevent DNA damage by inhibiting the action of free radicals within the body. In addition to manganese, each serving of yellow onions provides small amounts of potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, copper, and phosphorus

Vitamins 1/2 cup of yellow onions provides trace amounts of vitamin B-6, folate, and vitamin A, it contains a high concentration of vitamin C. Each serving fulfills between 8 and 10 percent of the RDA of vitamin C.

INSTRUCTIONS: 

Add ginger, onion, garlic, chili peppers, lemon, Lime, turmeric, and cayenne into a mason jar.

Pour apple cider vinegar in the jar until all the ingredients are fully covered and the vinegar reaches the top of the jar. You want to be sure all the ingredients are covered to prevent spoilage.

Use a piece of natural parchment paper under the lid to keep the vinegar from touching the metal, or use a plastic lid if you have one.

Shake jar to combine all the ingredients and store in a dark, cool place for 4-6 weeks, remembering to shake the jar a few seconds every day.

Store from 1- 8 weeks ( the longer you store it the stronger the potency and taste), use a mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain out the solids, pouring the vinegar into a clean jar. Be sure to squeeze out as much of the liquid as you can. This stuff is liquid gold

Add honey to the liquid and stir until incorporated. ( if you wish, for newbies this might help with the taste.

Taste your fire cider and add more honey if needed until you reach your desired sweetness.

Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator or in a cold, dark place.

Drink 1-2 Tablespoons when needed. I take a shot first thing in the morning/ after my workout, and before bed.

  Set it into a cool, dark place and let the vinegar become infused with the ingredients for about a month. I do go really heavy on the Chili during the winter and only use ACV organic ( buy at life store in Norway). If it is your first time, I suggest you start small and dilute your ACV with 50 % water. I am going to store this for about 4 weeks, as I am running low on the one I made the last time, but I normally store for about 8 weeks.

HOW TO USE TIPS:

Take a shot (about 1-2 Tablespoons) straight up.

Dilute the fire cider tonic with warm water or juice.

Swap vinegar in a salad dressing for fire cider

Drizzle over steamed veggies.

Use as a marinade for meat, etc.

Use as a hangover cure. ( not for me LOL)

  Hope you give it a try, or if you already have please feel free to share your experience.

Love & Light :*

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  FIRE- CIDER: SUPPORT DIGESTION, BOOST IMMUNE SYSTEM & FIGHT COLD & aid FAT LOSS! Happy new month lovelies, and Welcome to a new post 🙂 Fire cider has been long touted as a folk remedy for generations, said to combat the flu and even the common cold among other things, including aiding digestion and boosting the immune system.

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Best Large Breed Dog Food: 20 Expert Picks of 2021 for Different Needs

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Best Large Breed Dog Food: 20 Expert Picks of 2021 for Different Needs

Searching for Best Large Breed Dog Food? Do you have a delightful lap dog gauging 50lbs or more? Then, at that point, you probably partook in the organization of your large breed child. Dogs are something beyond pets, truth be told, they are considered as a component of the family. As we love them so much, we should deal with the food they eat. A nutritious eating regimen with all fundamental enhancements will help your puppy assemble and keep up with fit muscle and carry on with a functioning life. Check these Best Large Breed Dog Food for your dogs.

While I am not a veterinarian, you can trust me as a specialist. I needed to send my affection for dogs and compose an extensive article on the best dog food brands with audits, tips, and direction on dealing with your dogs. Along these lines, I have painstakingly created a rundown of top brands for your hide infants to make your shopping experience a charming one.

I have examined the rundown of best large breed adult dog food solely for your comfort.

Chapter by chapter guide

BEST OVERALL

20 Best Large Breed Dog Food Reviewed

1. Eukanuba Large Breed Dog Food – The ideal formula as far as taste

2. Iams Proactive Health Large Breed Dry Dog Food – The best large breed adult dog food dog food

3. Victor Classic Hi-Pro Plus Dog Food – An ideal decision for dogs with delicate stomachs

4. Purina Pro Plan Large Breed Dog Food – For your puppy's extraordinary wellbeing

5. Blue Buffalo Large Breed Dog Food Life Protection Formula

6. Taste of the Wild High Protein Dog Food – The best grain free large breed dog food

7. Nutro Ultra Dog Food Large Breed – For sound digestion and weight

8. Blue Buffalo Large Breed Dry Dog Food – The best weight the board dog food for large breeds

9. Hawk Pack Natural Dry Dog Food – The best dog food for large breeds

10. Nature's Recipe Grain Free Dry Dog Food – A simple to process dog food

11. Precious stone Naturals Large Breed Dog Food – An affordable decision for your puppy

12. Nutro Wholesome Essentials Large Breed Dog Food – The best senior large breed dog food

13. CANIDAE All Life Stages Dog Dry Food – The best dry dog food for large breeds

14. Wellbeing Complete Health Natural Dry Dog Food – Best large breed dog food

15. All encompassing Select Natural Dry Dog Food Large and Giant Breed Adult

16. Slope's Science Diet Large Breed Dog Food – The best eating routine dog food for large breeds

17. Purina Pro Plan Dry Dog Food – Best weight the board dog food for large breeds

18. Slope's Science Diet Dog Food – One of the best dog food brands for large breeds

l Healthy Weight Dog Food – The best senior dog food for large breed

20. Regal Canin Canine Care Nutrition Dog Food – The best dry dog food for large breed dogs

FAQ Section

1. How might I track down the best food brand for large breed dogs?

2. How to see whether I need to purchase large breed food for my dog?

3. Is large breed food useful for my dog?

4. When should my dog change from pup to adult food occur?

5. Is it okay if my little dog eats large dogs food?

6. Is it fine if my medium little guy eats large breed food?

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Eukanuba Adult Large Breed Dry Dog Food

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20 Best Large Breed Dog Food Reviewed

1. Eukanuba Large Breed Dog Food – The ideal formula as far as taste

Eukanuba Adult Large Breed Dry Dog Food

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The organization site specifies it was set up during the 1960s. Paul Lams, the organizer, named his recently settled organization "Eukanuba," a Jazz enlivened name signifying "preeminent/unrivaled." Just like the name says, its items are the best as far as great fixings, security guidelines, and tidiness during the assembling and dealing with measure.

This protein rich food has huge kibble pieces and reasonable for adult dogs. It is additionally wealthy in unsaturated fats vital for the sound skin and brilliant layer of dogs. Simply an expression of alert for some pet people: this item utilizes starches from corn and wheat. In the event that your hide child is inclined to putting on weight, you ought to watch out.

Up-sides

Numerous positive surveys about the incredible taste of this pet food, chiefly because of the expansion of meat and vegetables

Scarcely any dog proprietors gave amazing surveys for excellent coat and skin of their dogs

Numerous clients explicitly referenced their little guys enjoyed the food since they were minuscule pups. They don't have any designs to change this food for anything

Negatives

Incorporates grain and chicken result dinner

2. Iams Proactive Health Large Breed Dry Dog Food – The best large breed adult dog food dog food

IAMS PROACTIVE HEALTH Adult High Protein Large…

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Iams is without a doubt one of the pet food makers which is top large breed dog food and appreciates extraordinary standing because of solid, delectable and affordable dog foods. It is one of the most seasoned dog food brands on the lookout. I suggest it as an even and nutritious food for your large breed adult dog.

This formula is appropriate for your large breed who requires an eating regimen to help his wellbeing and energy needs. It contains chicken as the principle fixing, however it isn't extremely high in protein. All things considered, it contains a fair proportion of vegetables, entire grains, supplements, and numerous nutritious fixings. Therefore, you ought to consider the way of life and wellbeing worries of your dog before purchasing this brand as it isn't only wealthy in protein.

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Up-sides

No fillers and fake additives

Top notch creature based protein

Incredible purchase for your cash

Has useful enhancements

Does exclude wheat or soy, just healthy grain

Negatives

Incorporates corn as the subsequent fixing

Some animal people featured that protein is low

3. Victor Classic Hi-Pro Plus Dog Food – An ideal decision for dogs with delicate stomachs

VICTOR Classic – Hi-Pro Plus Dry Dog Food

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Situated in Texas, Mid America Pet Food is known for delivering healthfully complete dog food and claims the Victor brand. Animal people trust their plans as they fulfill the top notch guidelines with the expansion of deductively progressed components. This is a fair and complete food for your puppy.

You will discover many pet food marks effectively on the lookout, yet this one is extraordinarily made for little guys with touchy stomach and supports their fantastic stomach related wellbeing. I would suggest this dry dog food as an ideal decision for your developing canine whether it is a puppy, a lactating female, or a superior dog.

Victor dog food large breed contains the right extent of carbs and protein. You won't track down any potential allergens like corn, wheat, or soy. I prescribed Victor Classic to a developing, active companion had a developing, dynamic pup with stomach affectability issue. This item ended up being the ideal high protein diet that met his adorable puppy's movement level.

Up-sides

Contains just normal and plant-based additives

High in protein

Top notch fixings

Ideal for dogs at all life stages

Negatives

Not reasonable for overweight dogs

Contains grains

4. Purina Pro Plan Large Breed Dog Food – For your little guy's extraordinary wellbeing

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Purina needn't bother with any presentation as it is a name you can generally trust for the right nourishment. Genius Plan is the best result of Purina, which is an auxiliary of Nestle. They likewise make different brands of pet food. I love this organization since you can visit their site and get a specialist's suggestion on the best dry dog food for large dogs that suits the way of life of your puppy.

This item has proteins gotten from chicken, settling on it an ideal decision for your adult large breed child over 50lbs. I have perused numerous positive audits about the kibbles, which are the best and contains substantial pieces for extraordinary taste. Simply an expression of alert, barely any dog proprietors referenced their dogs became gassy.

Up-sides

Best formula for control weight and fabricate slender muscles

Even degree of fixings like protein

Has probiotics for a sound invulnerable framework

An incentive for cash

Incredible for solid joints

Negatives

Periodic changes in formulas

Contains grains

5. Blue Buffalo Large Breed Dog Food Life Protection Formula

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Natural…

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This item is an extraordinary beginning for your young canine that meets their one of a kind healthful requirements. Blue Buffalo brand is excessively well known such that you can without much of a stretch think that it is in pet inventory stores. In case you are searching for a top notch kibble to take care of your adult dog, I suggest looking at this one. It's a superior quality pet food brand which utilizes just protein rich genuine meat. It contains every one of the fundamental enhancements to meet the extraordinary requirements of your huge dog. Blue Buffalo offers a scope of dog food plans making it simpler for you to track down the best choice.

One of my neighbor's dog was delicate to the Blue Wilderness formula, so I prescribed this one to determine the issue. I generally propose thinking about your puppy's way of life before choosing a food item for him.

Up-sides

Contains great protein for fit muscle advancement

No corn, wheat or meat result suppers are incorporated

Has unsaturated fats for sound skin and coat

Fundamental supplements for solid bones and teeth

Negatives

Not a grain free formula

Some animal person referenced the cost is excessively high, however they actually get it as their dogs love its taste

6. Taste of the Wild High Protein Dog Food – The best grain free large breed dog food

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Natural…

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This is a trusted and premium brand of Diamond Pet Foods, a private food maker situated in the US. It is a generally new brand yet acquired the top large breed dog food quality fixings and guidelines. I prescribe this non-grain formula because of a lot of exceptionally absorbable protein sources that precisely follow what canines would discover in nature. Indeed, this formula copies dogs'

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Benefits of drinking water VS  Dangerous Side Effects of Not Drinking Enough Water.

                 Benefits of drinking water

                                    VS

10 Dangerous Side Effects of Not Drinking Enough Water

How much water should you drink?

Drink plenty of water throughout the day to avoid dehydration

How much water should you drink a day? You probably know that it's important to drink plenty of fluids when the temperatures soar outside. But staying hydrated is a daily necessity, no matter what the thermometer says. Unfortunately, many of us aren't getting enough to drink, especially older adults. "Older people don't sense thirst as much as they did when they were younger. And that could be a problem if they're on a medication that may cause fluid loss, such as a diuretic," says Dr. Julian Seifter, a kidney specialist and associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.

Benefits of drinking water

Water keeps every system in the body functioning properly. The Harvard Medical School Special Health Report  notes that water has many important jobs, such as:

·         carrying nutrients and oxygen to your cells

·         flushing bacteria from your bladder

·         aiding digestion

·         preventing constipation

·         Normalizing blood pressure stabilizing the heartbeat

·         cushioning joints

·         protecting organs and tissues

·         regulating body temperature

·         maintaining electrolyte (sodium) balance.

Giving your body enough fluids to carry out those tasks means that you're staying hydrated.

If you don't drink enough water each day, you risk becoming dehydrated. Warning signs of dehydration include weakness, low blood pressure, dizziness, confusion, or urine that's dark in color.

So how much water should you drink? Most people need about four to six cups of water each day.

How much water should you drink a day?

The daily four-to-six cup rule is for generally healthy people. It's possible to take in too much water if you have certain health conditions, such as thyroid disease or kidney, liver, or heart problems; or if you're taking medications that make you retain water, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammtory drugs(NASAIDs) opiate pain medications, and some antidepressants.

How much water a day should you drink if you fit into that category? There's no one-size-fits-all answer. Dr. Seifter says water intake must be individualized, and you should check with your doctor if you are not sure about the right amount for you.

But even a healthy person's water needs will vary, especially if you're losing water through sweat because you're exercising, or because you're outside on a hot day. If you're wondering how much water you should drink on those occasions, speak with your doctor, but a general rule of thumb for healthy people is to drink two to three cups of water per hour, or more if you're sweating heavily.

Tips for Preventing dehydration

It's not just water that keeps you hydrated. All beverages containing water contribute toward your daily needs. And it's a myth that caffeinated beverages or those containing alcohol are dehydrating because they make you urinate. They do, but over the course of the day, the water from these beverages still leads to a net positive contribution to total fluid consumption.

Of course, there are many reasons why water is still the better choice. Remember, sugary drinks can lead to weight gain and inflammation, which can increase your risk for developing diseases such as diabetes. Too much caffeine can give you the jitters or keep you from sleeping. And, alcohol intake should be limited to one drink per day for women, and 1-2 drinks per day for men.

To ward off dehydration, drink fluids gradually, throughout the day. An easy way to do this is to have a drink at each meal, as well as socially, or with medicine.

And know that you also get fluids from water-rich foods, such as salads, fruit, and applesauce.

10 Dangerous Side Effects of Not Drinking Enough Water

Water is super, super important for good health and, really, it helps with everything. Since about 60% of the human body is actually water, it needs to maintain hydration levels to fuel cells and keep the brain and body functioning.

And while you can get water both from foods (especially those with high water content, such as cucumbers, watermelon, bell peppers and tomatoes) and, of course, from a glass, many of us aren't drinking nearly enough daily-or are even drinking dehydrating sources, like booze, which can strip the body of hydration too. (Beyond slowing down intoxication, that's another reason why it's smart to pair an alcoholic beverage with a glass of water.)

Read more: How Water and Health Are Connected

So, what happens if you don't drink enough? Here are 10 potential side effects of not getting enough water.

Low Energy

When dehydrated, you might notice your energy levels plummet, as water helps keep your mind alert and the body balanced. If you're not drinking plenty during the day, that afternoon slump will hit even harder, and you might feel too tired to continue on with work or make it to your evening workout. Keep a water bottle on hand to remind you to consistently drink throughout the day.

Mental Fog

Your brain needs water (our brain is about 80% water), and drinking enough keeps you mentally sharp, even long-term. A study in the journal Nutrients found that drinking water boosts brain health and prevents memory decline and mental drowsiness. If you're feeling fatigued and are spacing out, chug some water and see if it helps.

Higher Risk of Stroke

Water is good for your ticker, too. According to a study in BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, not drinking enough water and being dehydrated can raise risk of strokes and prolong recovery time, if you've had one. So, to keep your heart in tip-top-shape, pay attention to how much you're drinking. If your pee is yellow or you feel faint, drink some water pronto.

 Moodiness

Unless you want to isolate people at the office, get your drinking regimen in check, as dehydration can make you irritable and cranky, too. Two studies that took place at the University of Connecticut studied both men and women on a series of cognitive tests, and they saw that being dehydrated led them to a bad mood, drowsiness and even headaches.

Overeating

Sometimes we confuse thirst with hunger, so it's smart to drink water when you feel a craving coming on instead of digging right into the cookie jar. That's why it's a good idea to drink water before sitting down to a meal, as you may consume fewer calories and you'll have a better sense of your hunger cues and appetite, as shown in a 2018 study in the journal Clinical Nutrition Research. Water can prevent you from being super-hungry as you sit down to eat, and listening to your thirst and hunger cues can give you insight into what your body really wants.

Slower Metabolism

That's right, your metabolism also naturally slows down when you're thirsty. As shown in a small study from The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, 17 ounces of water (around two glasses) can increase the metabolism by 30%, which is substantial when you're looking to lose weight. (Get four more, easy metabolism-boosting strategies.)

Headaches

Since your brain needs water, when it's lacking it can lead to headaches and fatigue. So, before taking medication, have some water first and rest. That head pain might go away without you needing to take any other measures. Learn more about headache triggers and myths.

Poor Skin

Skin needs to stay hydrated from water to look dewy and young. Not drinking enough can increase the effects of aging and make skin look drier, flakier, wrinklier and just not as fresh as you'd like. With insufficient water, collagen can crack, leading to fine lines and wrinkles. That's why people need moisturizing, hydrating products in a skin-care regimen to complement their water intake for that supple, soft look.

Weaker Workouts

When you're sweating, you're losing electrolytes and water, so it's important to drink before, during and after working out to replenish lost stores. As shown in a study in Physiological Reports, workouts might suffer from lack of water, and your body might not burn as much fat.

Weight Gain

While a little gain isn't really dangerous, if it continues over time or is in the belly region in particular, that gain can put you at risk for various chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and more. Drinking water can even help you lose weight and lower water retention. And likely you'll consume fewer calories from filling up on good old liquid and preventing confusion between hunger and thirst cues.

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The Advanced No-Gym Bodyweight Workout [INFOGRAPHIC]

Think bodyweight training cannot obtain intense? Our favored no-equipment steps are getting a lot more kick-ass-- from head to toe. Designed by Greatist Professional and also trainer Jonathan Angelilli, this advanced bodyweight workout stacks workouts in back-to-back circuits to maintain the heart rate up while creating stamina as well as rate. From handstand push-ups to single-leg slabs, HALF AN HOUR is all it takes to place the mind and body to the examination-- no heavy weights or machines necessary.

Before performing any of the advanced bodyweight relocations listed below, Angelilli suggests having a structure of a minimum of one year of strength training under your belt (on top of being healthy and balanced as well as injury-free, of training course). And to stay that method, make certain to appropriately workout. Begin by foam rolling all the major muscle mass groups, adhered to by a 5-minute jog or stroll on an incline. Last but not least, don't forget to devote a minimum of 10 mins to dynamic movement prep (think: walking knee caress and also "the world's greatest stretch').

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Unfamiliar with any workouts showed below? Scroll past the infographic for in-depth descriptions on how you can do each step securely and properly. If the suggested remainder periods typically aren't fairly cutting it, include some additional time for healing (keep in mind top quality over amount when all's said and also done). As well as if the exercise's not challenging enough, cut the remainder durations in fifty percent-- or much less-- to keep pushing on your own to achieve your very well.

Exercise Cheat Sheet-- The How-To's

1a. Jump Lunge Targets: Legs How to: Take the typical lunge up a notch. Beginning with a fundamental front lunge-- yet on the means up, blow up with sufficient pressure to jump a few inches off the ground. Land gently with both legs bent at 90 degrees (as well as the front knee positioned directly over the ankle joint). Got the hang of things? Switch over legs in mid-air, landing with the other leg in front. Alternate for 10-15 representatives on each leg while preserving a solid core and upright torso.

1b. Clapping Push-Up Targets: Chest, triceps, core How to: Ready to obtain a little hang time? This move starts with a standard push-up, but on the way up, push off of the floor explosively sufficient that the top body takes air travel. Bring the hands with each other mid-air for a solitary clap (or more if you've obtained it like that!), after that go back to beginning position. Go for 10-15 representatives, or however many you can implement with great form.

1c. Single-Leg Glute Bridge Targets: Glutes, hamstrings, reduced back How to: Begin pushing your back with your knees curved and also feet level on the floor, about eight inches from your butt. Bring the right leg right into the upper body, then increase up into a fifty percent link position by pressing securely into the left foot. Repeat for 10-15 reps, then repeat on the various other leg. Not testing sufficient? Try pulsing at the top (significance falling a quarter representative, after that back up a quarter rep prior to decreasing completely pull back).

1d. Side Plank Star Targets: Obliques, glutes, shoulders How to: Got those side slabs down pat? Time to raise the bar. Starting in a standard side slab (forearm on the ground and body stiff as a board), lift the leading leg straight up while keeping the remainder of the body completely still. Hold it there for 1-2 seconds, after that bring the top leg back down to satisfy the various other leg. For those feeling nice n' stable, attempt raising that leg a couple of inches higher with each rep. Repeat for 10-15 representatives, then switch.

2a. Handstand Push-Up Targets: Shoulders, breast, core, glutes How to: To play points secure, Angelilli recommends beginning with the fundamental handstand. Spread those fingers broad, shoulder-width on the ground, concerning 12 to 18 inches from a strong wall. With hands fixed like pancakes and also tip fingers alongside each other, walk the feet as close to the hands as possible, so you remain in a short down dealing with dog placement. Next off, flex one leg, as well as use it to kick the straight upper hand and over your head till it hits the wall. (Be certain to maintain those elbows secured!) As soon as you have the toughness and balance to hold constant for two mins right, attempt out sets of 10 mini representatives (reducing down 1-2 inches and also returning to the beginning factor) with the feet using the wall surface. When your stamina exists, attempt the full-on handstand push-up-- we recommend a watchman for those initial couple of attempts!

2b. Rotating Jump Squat Targets: Legs, core How to: The basic bodyweight squat gets some severe hang time with this innovative step. Lower right into a standard squat, back level with upper legs parallel to the ground, as well as blow up off the ground, revolving mid-air 180 levels counterclockwise. Land gently in a squat, as well as with no remainder between representatives, launch right into the next jump, turning 180 degrees right this time around. Make certain to keep the upper body up and also spinal column long, utilizing your breath as well as your abs to assist electrical power you via. Repeat for 10-15 reps.

2c. Plank Balance Targets: Core, shoulders, hip flexors How to: Starting in a traditional plank position with the back fixed and also forearms planted securely on the floor, at the same time raise your left arm as well as immediately leg until they are identical to the ground. Hold for a second (or longer!), after that switch, maintaining the core limited and also hips steady. Aim for 10-30 reps, or, go for time. (Any kind of chance you can sing the Celebrity Spangled Banner while holding limited?)

2d. Pulsing Superman Targets: Lower back, glutes, core How to: Ready to direct your internal superhero? Lie on your stomach with the arms as well as legs indicating the back wall. Peel your upper body off the mat, as well as raise the arms and also legs, maintaining them straight. Next, comes the complicated component: At the very leading of the placement, pulse the body one inch up then one in down for 10-20 reps. Up the ante a lot more by making those reps super-slow-- simply do not forget to breathe!

Want much more? Look into 17 Powerful Bodyweight Workouts for Strength and also Rate, or for a more beginner-friendly exercise: The 30-Minute, No-Gym Bodyweight Workout.

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20 TIPS FOR SURVIVING A LONG FLIGHT

01. Drink Loads of Water:

It is extremely important to hydrate before any flight! Days before your flight, start prepping. Drink a few extra glasses of water every day! Then, once on board, drink as much fluids as you can handle.

02: Immune Boost:

As with any flight, make sure to load up on Vitamin C and probiotic before flying to boost your immune system. I always do some sort of detox plan a few days prior to a long haul. Eat your greens and drink your juice!

03: Pack the Meds:

If you are like me and your sinuses are always seeking revenge on you, I suggest bringing sinus meds or headache/pain reliever just in case things start acting up on board. Also, pack whatever you prefer for a sleeping aid whether it is sleepy tea, melatonin, or the hard stuff.

04. Get a Good Seat:

Keep checking and re-checking your flight map to keep an eye on any available rows. If an entire row is available, try to move to one of those seats in hopes of having an entire row to lay down and pass out during the flight. If a row isn't available, take an aisle seat. With a good supportive pillow, it won't matter where you are seated, but your legs will thank you for the ability to easily get up and walk around.

05. Stay Charged:

Make sure that all of your electronics are thoroughly charged! Most flights now offer laptop plugs and USB plugs for charging. But, every now and then, you will inevitably be in the one seat that isn’t working so always be prepared!

06. Bring Sufficient Entertainment:

Of course movies and games are offered in flight. A recent flight that I was on was having issues with the entire entertainment system. This is a great reason to always have backup options like books or games on your devices or just a good old deck of cards will do the trick!

07. Download in Advance:

If you are planning to read on your phone or kindle, make sure you have everything downloaded and ready to go in advance! You can also download entire albums or playlists in spotify so make sure to do this in advance as well!

08. Take the Specialized Meal:

A little tid bit from a vegetarian: Select a special meal. You can do this in advance through your airline. Doesn’t matter what you chose… gluten free, vegetarian, etc. You will always get served first. Special meals are handed out at the start of meal time. On long flights, when you start to get inevitably hungry, this can be a game changer!

09. A Good Pillow is Key:

This is really important. The ones given to you on board don’t really count for anything. The main idea is to support your neck well in the hope that you have a nice sleep.

10. Pack A Survival Kit:

Hand cream for the dry skin, hand sanitizer for that sneezing person next to you, eye masks for those travelers that keep the windows open, and ear plugs for all of those rather loud announcements that only seem to come on once you have fallen asleep! 

11. Pack a Mini Bathroom:

Pack a travel tooth brush, moisturizing chapstick, face moisturizer, under eye cream, and a small deodorant. At least once during the flight you will want to freshen up! For this reason, I also like to bring a small hand towel to rinse my face.

12. Bring a Good Headphone Set:

I have mentioned this before in other articles. For me, headphones really help to block out distractions and noises when you want to focus on work or fall fast asleep, whichever comes first. 

13. Eye & Ear Covers are a Must:

If sleep is your goal, then a really comfortable eye mask and great ear plugs are the way to go. They do offer cheap small ones on board, but I recommend bringing your own and testing it out prior to your flight. While ear plugs are handed out, again, I recommend getting the top of line ear plugs that really block out noise.

14. BRING FOOD!!!!!!!

The meals on the plane are perfectly fine, but they are just airplane food. Bring healthy snacks and buy a healthy meal in the airport to have on hand! I am a HUGE advocate for not getting on the plane without snacks and a full meal. I can’t tell you how many times a flight I was on had to circle the landing airport for an extra hour waiting to land or had to sit on the tarmac just waiting to take off. Having food with you and not having to only rely on the inflight meals is a MUST! Plus, you will be able to insure that you have healthier immune boosting options.

15. Wear Comfortable Clothing: 

This goes for any flight but is particularly important on long hauls! Because your legs will start to get uncomfortable, you will want to bend them or curl up in your seat. Make sure to wear pants that allow for this and wear a top that you know you will feel comfortable enough to fall asleep in! 

16. Stay Warm:

Make sure to bring enough layers to stay warm! You are given a small blanket but as with the pillow, it is quite thin. I recommend a nice wrap or long coat to snuggle up with. Also, nice thick socks will make a huge difference! The floor of the plane along with the windows seats are usually the cooler parts of the plane.

17. Spare Outfit:

For those REALLY long hauls, bring a change of clothing like a spare top. Around hour 8 or 9, you will be wanting to freshen up or just change it up. This is also great if you are planning to hit the ground running once you land.

18. No Caffeine & No Alcohol:

I know. I know. Trust me. I know how much this one sucks, but caffeine and booze are de-hydrating. Being up in the air is already quite drying on your body so it is ideal to make hydration the main focus and avoid elements that have the opposite affect.

19. Sleep on Schedule:

Set your watch or device to your destination time and try to only sleep during their sleep hours. This can be a huge help in adjusting to a crazy time zone!

20. STRETCH YOUR LEGS!!!!

This is the most vital tip for surviving the flight and the accompanying jet lag. Even prior to the flight, make sure to stand as much as you can and loosen up your limbs. Walk around the airport, do some yoga stretches, whatever works best for you. The main focus is your legs. Sitting in the same position for an extended period of time is rough on your knees, joints, and circulation. Once on board, make sure to get up and walk or even just stand around as much as you can. 

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Diet For Healthy Living

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Good nutrition is an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle. Combined with physical activity, your diet can help you to reach and maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of chronic diseases, and promote your overall health.

Do you think eating healthy means you have to radically change your diet and give up all your favorite foods? Think again. Healthy eating means eating a variety of foods that give you the nutrients you need to maintain your health, feel good, and have energy. These nutrients include protein, carbohydrates, fat, water, vitamins, and minerals. A diet is best a fixed plan of eating and drinking where the type and amount of food are planned out in order to achieve weight loss or follow a particular lifestyle. There are thousands of diets. Some are for losing weight, while others are for gaining weight, lowering cholesterol, living a long and healthful life, and many other reasons. Learn to eat mindfully. Nourishing yourself engages every aspect of your being physical, social, emotional, mental, and spiritual.

Image source:

The Jakarta Post (2016, November 24). Which is better to improve heart health: diet or exercise? Retrieved October 14, 2019, from https://www.thejakartapost.com/life/2016/11/24/which-is-better-to-improve-heart-health-diet-or-exercise.html

~ Y. V.

Low-carb diets and how it might just save your life

Today, the typical diet of a normal individual involves high daily intake of carbohydrates. This is because carbs are our body’s main source of energy and consuming carbs gives us energy much faster than consuming fats. However, most of us overconsume carbs because aside from being high in energy, high carb foods also typically taste better. Excess carbohydrates are eventually  converted into fats as adipose tissue which can lead to obesity and additional medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Image by  Thefitglobal, https://www.thefitglobal.com/low-carb-diet-plan/.

Health Benefits of low-carb diets

- Weight loss

Low-carb diets lead to greater short term weight loss compared to low-fat diets. If combined with consumption of high amounts of protein, it can lead to even greater weight loss compared to other diets because high proteins and high fats helps you feel full longer.

- Improve and prevent certain health conditions

Low-carb diets may improve and prevent conditions such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure.

- Improve HDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels

Consuming low-carb foods such as lean proteins and healthy fats typically lead to increased levels of HDL and decreased levels of triglycerides.

Typical Foods in Low-carb Diet

A typical low-carb diet should aim to meet a daily limit of 20-60 carbs a day and it should contain:

- Lean Proteins

Lean proteins such as chicken, meats, fish and eggs. From personal experience, fishs are the best option for low carb meals because it is high in healthy fats, omega-threes and high in protein.

- Non-Starchy vegetables

Non-starchy vegetables such as spinach, kale, asparagus, beans, carrots, broccoli and peppers are low in carbs and full of vital nutrients.

- Avoiding grains, sweets,bread and certain fruits

Grains, bread and high starchy foods such as pasta are high in carbohydrates and should be avoided. Even certain fruits such as mangoes, bananas, peaches and watermelon should be avoided but can be replaced with berries such as raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries.

Temporary Side Effects of Low-Carb Diet

As our body adjusts to the decrease in carbohydrate intake, you should expect to experience:

- Headaches and low-energy

- Bad breath

- Muscle cramps

- Skin rash

- Constipation or diarrhea

If conditions persists, please contact your health care provider.

Sources:

Low-carb diet: Can it help you lose weight? (2017, August 29). Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/low-carb-diet/art-20045831?p=1.

~MW

Fish Oil: Why Everyone should take it. 

Fish oil is the new hype of the fitness world, but is it what its out to be? Yes research has shown fish oil to be one the best year round supplements to take. Fish oil boots Immunity, lowers Triglycerides, while increasing HDL, (good cholesterol) lowers plaque in the arteries that can prevent a stroke or heart attack.  People who have struggle with depression, fish oil may be able to help. Fish oil contains omega 3 that are showing positive effect against long term brain damage, and depression. Fish oil is also great for the joints, fish oil is a powerful anti-inflamation that helps fight off joint pain and muscle soreness after a workout. New research is showing that Fish oil may fight off cancer cells.

How to Take Fish Oil: Take a good high quality brand: try and get 500mg EPA/DHA 

talk to your doctor first before taking any type of supplement. 

Take fish oil with meals to avoid GI Upset.

Sources: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-fish-oil#section3

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Tips on a Cholesterol-friendly Diet 

As we’ve all have probably heard, we have two types of cholesterol. We have HDL’s (high-density lipoproteins), more commonly known as “good cholesterol”, and LDL’s (low-density lipoproteins), which are more commonly known as our “bad cholesterol”. Cholesterol is a necessity to the body. However, when we put too much cholesterol into our bodies, it can be detrimental. Not only does high cholesterol put many at risk for different types of heart disease such as coronary artery disease, cholesterol can accumulate and stick to the walls of our arteries, which causes the arteries to become more constricted and narrow, which can obstruct blood flow. (MedlinePlus, 2018) Although there are different medications to regulate a person’s cholesterol levels if they suffer from high cholesterol, a person’s diet is an even healthier and effective approach to controlling cholesterol levels, and for some it can even eliminate the need for cholesterol medication all together.

Diet choices that can help regulate cholesterol levels include consuming more sources of soluble fiber, eating more fruits and vegetables, and increasing intake of omega-3 fatty acids. (Mayo Clinic, 2018) Other ways to control cholesterol levels include limiting intake of foods with high levels of cholesterol, limiting salt intake, and limiting alcohol intake. (MedlinePlus, 2018) Consuming more soluble fiber such as oatmeal or oat bran, fruits such as pears, bananas, oranges, prunes, and apples, and different types of legumes such as kidney beans, lima beans, black-eyed peas, lentils and chick peas will effectively lower LDL levels. (MedlinePlus, 2018) Increasing our intake of omega-3 fatty acids can be done by eating more fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel, herring and trout). Although it won’t necessarily lower LDL’s, omega-3 fatty acids are a heart healthy necessity that can potentially help increase your HDL’s, as well as provide many other heart healthy benefits. (Mayo Clinic, 2018) Limiting intake of foods that already have high amounts of cholesterol include eating less egg yolks, animal organ meats (such as liver), shrimp, and most whole milk products. Limiting salt and alcohol intake will help control blood pressure as well as help to avoid weight gain which can lead to high cholesterol. (MedlinePlus, 2018) When trying to regulate cholesterol levels through diet it is also imperative to avoid fried foods as well as extremely processed foods. Another crucial aspect to adjusting a person’s diet is also how they choose to prepare the foods that they’re eating. For example, eating more vegetables and fish is a positive choice, but can quickly become counterproductive if the food is always being served fried. For those out there that are suffering from high cholesterol, healthy diet adjustments could be the key factor to regulating cholesterol levels and decreasing the risk for different types of heart disease in the future, while potentially eliminating the need for medication.

Image: Lifestyle Changes to Improve Your Cholesterol. (2017, October 9). Retrieved October 2019, from: https://familydoctor.org/lifestyle-changes-improve-cholesterol/

Medline Plus. (2018, January 16). How to Lower Cholesterol with Diet. Retrieved October 2019, from: https://medlineplus.gov/howtolowercholesterolwithdiet.html

Mayo Clinic. (2018, July 17). Cholesterol: Top foods to improve your numbers. Retrieved October 2019, from: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/cholesterol/art-20045192

~ L.C.

Changing to a High Fiber Diet

Adding fiber to a diet will help the digestive tract function properly. Additional benefits include reducing the risk of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. A male should get fiber between 30 to 38 grams of fiber a day. A female should get between 21 to 25 grams of fiber a day. It can be helpful to read the nutrition facts label when purchasing foods, ranging from fruits, vegetables, grains, and nuts. ("How much fiber is found in common foods?")

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High-Fiber Foods. (2019, June 20). Retrieved October 21, 2019, from https://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-eating/high-fiber-foods.htm.

Foods & Fiber contents

Raspberries (1 cup)                       8g of fiber

Pear                                               5.5g of fiber

Apple with skin                               4.5g of fiber

Boiled green peas (1 cup)             9g of fiber          

Boiled broccoli (1 cup)                   5g of fiber

Whole wheat spaghetti (1cup)       6g of fiber

Bran flakes (3/4 cup)                     5.5g of fiber

Boiled split peas (1cup)                 16g of fiber

Boiled lentils (1 cup)                      15.5g of fiber

These are some examples of foods with high amounts of fiber that can be added to any diet.

Source:

How much fiber is found in common foods? (2018, November 17). Retrieved October 21, 2019, from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948.

~C.Y.

Mediterranean Diet 

Picture source: Studies Reveal More Benefits of Mediterranean Diet. (2018, December 1). Retrieved October 2019, from https://talesofhealthy.com/studies-reveal-more-benefits-of-mediterranean-diet/.

Mediterranean diet is a diet that was based on the eating habits of countries that bordered the Mediterranean Sea (Mediterranean Diet, 2019). The benefits of this diet is that most of the fat is coming from the monosaturated fats from the olive oil which does not raise blood cholesterol levels like saturated fats do. There aren’t much saturated fats consumed in the Mediterranean diet. The diet alone is not enough to stay healthy so incorporating exercise or physical activities into the diet will be very beneficial to the health (Mediterranean Diet, 2019). Some research has shown that by following the Mediterranean diet, it can help with weight loss, lower cholesterol, improve rheumatoid arthritis as well as reduce risks of Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and various cancers (Godman, 2019). The diet consists of:

fruits, vegetables, bread, potatoes, beans, nuts and seeds – (high amounts)

olive oil (monounsaturated fat source)

dairy, fish, poultry (low to moderate amounts) – less red meat is consumed

eggs (about 4x a week)

wine (low to moderate amounts)

water (plenty is best)

Instead of:

Crackers, chips, pretzels and ranch dip

 - TRY: Celery, carrot or pepper strips and salsa

White rice

- TRY: Quinoa

Sandwiches with white bread or rolls

- TRY: Sandwich fillings in whole wheat tortillas

Hamburgers

- TRY: Salmon croquettes

Full-fat ice cream

- TRY: Pudding made with skim or 1% milk

Eggs with Hollandaise sauce

- TRY: Eggs with salsa

Suggestions courtesy of Stacey Nelson, Massachusetts General Hospital (Godman, 2019)

 Sources:

Godman, H. (2013, November 6). Adopt a Mediterranean diet now for better health later. Retrieved October 2019, from https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/adopt-a-mediterranean-diet-now-for-better-health-later-201311066846.

Mediterranean Diet. (n.d.). Retrieved October 2019, from https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/mediterranean-diet.

-KW

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Burdock Root Benefits: How Can You Use This Powerful Plant?

Today, more and more people are discovering the health benefits of burdock root, particularly for skin, digestion, and detoxification. What's more, you can enjoy this little-known gem as a tasty root vegetable!

Burdock has some interesting Trivial Pursuit or Jeopardy facts surrounding it. If you've ever removed a sticky round burr from your clothing after hiking through the forest, there's a good chance you've encountered seeds of the burdock plant. Burdock's ingenious mechanism for seed dispersal was the inspiration for Velcro.[1] However, the plant's roots, not the seeds, pack the most powerful health benefits.

What Is Burdock Root?

Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a big-leaved biennial plant with purple, thistle-like flowers. Native to Asia and Northern Europe, you can find burdock plants growing throughout the world. Its many uses are gaining popularity in the United States and beyond. In homeopathic circles, you may have seen burdock sold as lappa.

Burdock root is an underground tuber that you can use as food or as a medicinal herb. In Japan, people use burdock as a food source in many dishes and call the root gobo. The root is crispy with a sweet, earthy flavor that resembles celery.

You can use burdock root to improve your health and well-being since it is rich in essential nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants.[2]

Top 10 Benefits of Burdock Root

Traditionally, people used burdock root for a number of ailments, including joint discomfort, sore throats, respiratory infections, and skin-related conditions. Today, research also points to its powerful ability to boost your immune system and so much more.[3] Read on!

1. May Promote Normal Wound Healing

One study looked at how the Amish take care of burns; they apply a mix of therapeutic herbs and then wrap the burn in burdock leaves — which have many of the same biological compounds as the root.[4]

Did you know that burdock leaf acts as an effective remedy for wounds or burns?

The researchers found this practice resulted in no infected wounds, no "trauma" when changing wound dressing, and minimal or no discomfort.[4] Researchers concluded that the burdock dressings were an effective alternative to conventional burn care.

Burdock may have antibacterial properties. Studies have documented that compounds in burdock repel certain harmful organisms.[5] Burdock root contains chlorogenic acid (which also happens to be a component of green coffee beans); this compound reduces redness and swelling — not to mention, it also promotes normal blood glucose levels and fat metabolism.[4]

2. Reduces Redness & Swelling

Over time, toxins build up in your body from the foods you eat, water you drink, and air you breathe. These toxins, as well as exposure to UV light, can cause your cells to generate free radicals that oxidize or damage cells. The build-up of these toxins and the resulting cell oxidation can lead to systemic redness and swelling in your body, which, in turn, causes discomfort — and may lead to a host of other ailments.

As an antioxidant, burdock root can stop toxins and free radicals from wreaking havoc on your body.

Burdock root contains antioxidants and other bioactive compounds that counteract free radical damage in your body. Besides chlorogenic acid, scientists have isolated arctigenin (a lignan, if you know your biological compounds) and arctiin as two major bio-active components in burdock root that reduce redness and swelling.[4, 6]

3. Boosts Skin Health

Whether you have dry skin, acne, eczema, or psoriasis, the properties in burdock root make it a great choice to make your skin glow![7] Burdock's active ingredients promote blood circulation, pushing blood to the surface of the skin[2] — which make it look supple and younger-looking.

If you're looking for healthy, glowing skin, give burdock root a try!

No need to search for the fountain of youth — research shows that burdock root can lead to healthier-looking skin.[8] Whether you take it in a capsule, tea, or extract — or you eat burdock root for dinner — its effects work from the inside out. Some studies have found it helpful when applied topically, as well.[8]

4. Promotes a Healthy Body Weight

Burdock root is low in calories, with just 72 calories per 100 grams. But that's not what makes it helpful in managing body weight.

Compounds found in burdock root may boost your metabolism and improve weight loss!

Burdock contains inulin and chlorogenic acid, which improved fat metabolism and promoted normal levels of cholesterol and blood sugar in animal studies.[2, 9, 10, 11]

One study found that taking burdock promoted normal body weight in rats, and also had fat-reducing properties in human cells in vitro.[8] According to the study, "These results suggest that burdock root is expected to be useful for body weight management."[12]

5. May Prevent Cell Proliferation

A number of studies have looked at how burdock root affects the harmful and excessive growth and spread of cells in the body. Burdock root acted against liver cell masses in vitro (in a lab study on cells), and prevented them from growing.[13]

The lignan arctigenin in the root has been shown to work against harmful breast tissue cells as well.[14]. Overall, burdock root may have positive effects on overall health and longevity by keeping cells in a healthy state.

6. Aids in Digestion

The inulin in burdock root is a natural dietary fiber that is not absorbed or digested by the stomach. It acts as a prebiotic, which means food for beneficial bacteria found in your gut. Once burdock (and the inulin it contains) moves through your intestines, probiotics (friendly bacteria) use it to flourish. And the helpful gut microbes keep your digestion working well.

Did you know that burdock root acts as a prebiotic? This helps probiotics thrive in your gut.

Burdock root has been used in traditional Brazilian medicine for centuries for the digestive system.[15] That therapeutic benefit now has scientific evidence to back it up. At least one animal study showed that burdock root might soothe digestive disorders by thickening the colon wall and reducing redness and swelling.[15]

7. Natural Diuretic for the Kidneys

Burdock root is a diuretic which can increase urine output, making it a natural alternative to water pills if you should need a temporary reduction in swelling.[4, 6]

Diuretics stimulate and detoxify your kidneys, helping to promote fluid balance and cleanse your body of waste.[2] Burdock root also deters harmful organisms that are sometimes associated with kidney and urinary discomfort.[16]

8. Promotes Liver Health

Watch out! Burdock root may be your new go-to for liver health.

In support of traditional use, animal studies have found that burdock root may help cleanse and detox the liver from certain harmful substances. One animal study showed that the antioxidants found in burdock root may help protect liver cells from acetaminophen (Tylenol) damage.[17]

It's well known that alcohol is bad for your liver. Avoiding alcohol altogether is ideal, but if you do partake in occasional alcohol, certain herbs and foods may cleanse your liver.

A second animal study found burdock root improved several markers of liver health caused by drinking too much alcohol. These markers include glutathione and cytochrome P450[18] — a substance that increases in heavy drinkers and activates bad chemical reactions in the body.[19]

9. Promotes Healthier Hair

Pro tip: Try burdock root to eliminate dandruff or dry scalp!

Whether you want to eliminate the dry scalp that causes dandruff or stop hair loss, burdock root is an effective tool to add to your hair care arsenal.

Burdock contains fiber, essential fatty acids, and vitamins that are all good for healthy hair, but scientists have pinpointed the antioxidant lignan arctiin as the biological component that may promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.[20] People use burdock root oil for dry scalp, itching, and dandruff, though there are limited studies on its effectiveness.

10. Acts as a Natural Aphrodisiac

If you're looking to boost your libido, look no further than burdock root. The plant extract has long been used as a natural aphrodisiac to stimulate sexual drive and response — benefits that have been verified scientifically, as well.[21]

In one study, burdock increased testosterone and several components of sexual performance in rats.[21] The researchers credited burdock's diverse array of flavonoids, saponins, lignans, and alkaloids for this effect.

How to Use Burdock Root

Burdock root is versatile and can be used in a number of ways, depending on your personal preference and reason for using it. If you want to consume it as a vegetable, look for it in the produce section. If you can't find it, look at an Asian market.

Many people drink burdock root in tea, which you can find online or in specialty markets, including health food stores or Asian markets. You can also take burdock capsules filled with the root powder or take it in liquid extract form.

Always look for high-quality, organic extracts. You can purchase these in your local health food store. It is best to avoid alcohol-based extracts.

You can use the roots raw as a salad vegetable, or cook them in stir-fries as you do carrots. Burdock root doesn't require much seasoning; cooked and sliced, it can be enjoyed with salt and drizzled with olive oil, or with a healthy vegan dip.

Simple & Tasty Burdock Chips

Ingredients

Several burdock roots

Organic olive oil

Himalayan pink salt

Directions

Heat oven to 450 F. Wash and scrape your burdock roots and cut into thin strips.

Drizzle olive oil on the sliced roots until lightly coated.

Sprinkle with Himalayan pink salt.

Bake for about 10 minutes.

Once browned on the bottom, flip and bake the other side for 5 to 10 minutes.

Enjoy!

Dried Burdock

You can purchase dehydrated burdock root herbs — which may contain just the root or other plant parts — or make them yourself. Once dried, you can steep it in tea, add to a recipe, or grind and add to a capsule.

Ingredients

1 burdock root

Directions

Wash thoroughly.

Cut the roots into small pieces with a paring knife or grate the root.

Arrange the root pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet to dry in the sun for 3 or 4 days, or bake them at 250 F for 4 hours.

Dried roots will keep in an airtight container for up to a year.

Burdock Root Tea

You can purchase pre-prepared burdock root tea or use dried roots you've harvested yourself.

Ingredients

8-10 strips of burdock root (dried)

2 cups of water

1 teaspoon of raw honey to sweeten (if desired)

Directions

Place burdock root strips in a teapot.

Bring water to a boil and steep strips for 5 to 10 minutes.

Pour the tea, add your preferred sweetener, and drink up!

Burdock Nutrition

Burdock root is chock-full of important nutrients, including vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, and B complex.

Burdock also contains folate, manganese, calcium, iron, magnesium, and potassium as well as antioxidants like quercetin, luteolin, and phenolic acids.

One serving of burdock root can contain nearly 4 grams of dietary fiber.[22]

Precautions & Side Effects

While the use of burdock root is generally safe, it is important to exercise caution and use responsibly. Here are a few known side effects.

Both topical use and oral consumption may cause allergic reactions. If you are allergic or sensitive to any plants in the Asteraceae family, including ragweed, marigolds, daisies, and chrysanthemums, avoid burdock root.[23]

While burdock root can promote normal blood sugar levels, people with diabetes should exercise caution when using herbs that affect blood sugar, especially if they take insulin.[24]

Do not use burdock if you are taking blood-thinning medications (including aspirin), because that can increase the risk of bleeding, especially in people with bleeding disorders.[2]

Avoid using burdock root if you are pregnant or nursing, as it may cause oxytocin-like effects and stimulate your uterus.[25]

If you are harvesting the plant in the wild, be aware of what you are picking. Belladonna and nightshade, both deadly weeds, closely resemble the burdock plant.

As a general rule of thumb, if you are on any medications, speak with your healthcare provider before using a new supplement, including burdock root.

Points to Remember

Whether you are looking for a natural remedy for a particular ailment or want to support and improve your overall health, burdock root is a popular and versatile option to consider.

The roots can provide nourishment and healing, particularly for long-term chronic illnesses caused by redness and swelling. Other health benefits include promoting healthy skin and hair, detoxifying the kidneys and liver, helping digestion, and limiting the growth of bad cells or harmful organisms.

Burdock root is generally safe for most people, so try it out and see how it helps your health and well-being.

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