Monday, August 26, 2013
Hydration Basics
Here are some facts and self checks for you to apply this knowledge. Love that H2O.....The amount of fluids needed each day depends on age, gender, activity level, environmental conditions, the health of the person, the quality of their diet, and the number and type of medication being taken. Your body loses fluid throughout
the day so it is important that you replace the fluids lost through beverages you consume or the food you eat. Why should you care? Several studies indicate that your metabolism and even concentration levels may be compromised if you are dehydrated.
ARE YOU PROPERLY HYDRATED?
How do you know if you are not getting enough fluids? Check off the questions that you can answer “yes” to:
____ Is your skin dry? If you wrinkle it or pinch it, does it take awhile to “bounce” back?
____ Is your urine yellow or darker? (It should be clear to a light yellow in color (lemonade))
____ Are you frequently constipated, meaning not going once a day?
____ Do you get groggy or experience headaches part way through the day?
____ Do you have a lot of trouble staying cool or keeping warm?
A “yes” to any one of these questions may mean that your body is dehydrated and you should increase your fluid intake.
Water is your body’s principal chemical component and makes up about 60 percent of your body weight. Every system in your body depends on water.
HEALTH BENEFITS Of WATER
Functions of water in the body
Moistens tissue such as those in the mouth, eyes, and nose
Protects body organs and tissues
Carries nutrients and oxygen to cells
Lubricates joints
Regulates Helps body
prevent constipation
Relieves kidneys and liver by flushing out waste products
temperature
Helps dissolve minerals and other nutrients to make them accessible to the body
Friday, August 23, 2013
Thoughts about food, how to shift?
How a person thinks about food is significant. If dirt and sunshine are required in our diets, then how do we eat that? Well, this video brings it back to basics to shift an idea about Food Matters. Thanks for watching and subscribe to my channel. Enhance education for all, support your Wellness Hero!
Food Matters Video
Thursday, August 22, 2013
10 Tips for buying Healthy Food on the CHEAP.
Eating better on a budget....
10 tips to help you stretch your food dollars
Nutrition Education
Get the most for your food budget! There are many ways to save money on the foods that you eat. The three main steps are planning before you shop, purchasing the items at the best price, and preparing meals that stretch your food dollars.
1. Plan, plan, plan! Before you head to the grocery store, plan your meals for the week. Include meals like stews, casseroles, or stir-fries, which “stretch” expensive items into more portions.
2. Check to see what foods you already have and make a list for what you need to buy.
get the best price. Check the local newspaper, online,
and at the store for sales and coupons. Ask about a loyalty card for extra savings at stores where you shop. Look for specials or sales on meat and seafood—often the most expensive items on your list.
3. Compare and contrast Locate the “Unit Price” on the shelf directly below the product. Use it to compare different brands and different sizes of the same brand to determine which is more economical.
4. Buy in bulk It is almost always cheaper to buy foods in bulk. Smart choices are family packs of chicken, steak, or fish and larger bags of potatoes and frozen vegetables. Before you shop, remember to check if you have enough freezer space.
5. Buy in season Buying fruits and vegetables in season can lower the cost and add to the freshness! If you are not going
to use them all right away, buy some that still need time to ripen.
6. Convenience costs...go back to the basics Convenience foods like frozen dinners, pre-cut vegetables, and instant rice, oatmeal, or grits will cost you more than if you were to make them from scratch. Take the time to prepare your own—and save!
7. Easy on your wallet Certain foods are typically low-cost options all year
round. Try beans for a less expensive protein food. For vegetables, buy carrots, greens, or potatoes. As for fruits, apples and bananas are good choices.
8. Cook once...eat all week! Prepare a large batch of favorite recipes on your day off (double or triple the recipe). Freeze in individual containers. Use them throughout the week and you won’t have to spend money on take-out meals.
9. Get your creative juices flowing Spice up your leftovers—use them in new ways. For example, try leftover chicken in a stir-fry or over a garden salad, or to make chicken chili. Remember, throwing away food is throwing away your money!
10. Eating our @ resturants can be expensive. Save $$$ by getting the early bird special, going out for lunch instead of dinner, or looking for “2 for 1” deals. Stick to water instead of ordering other beverages, which add to the bill.
10 tips to help you stretch your food dollars
Nutrition Education
Get the most for your food budget! There are many ways to save money on the foods that you eat. The three main steps are planning before you shop, purchasing the items at the best price, and preparing meals that stretch your food dollars.
1. Plan, plan, plan! Before you head to the grocery store, plan your meals for the week. Include meals like stews, casseroles, or stir-fries, which “stretch” expensive items into more portions.
2. Check to see what foods you already have and make a list for what you need to buy.
get the best price. Check the local newspaper, online,
and at the store for sales and coupons. Ask about a loyalty card for extra savings at stores where you shop. Look for specials or sales on meat and seafood—often the most expensive items on your list.
3. Compare and contrast Locate the “Unit Price” on the shelf directly below the product. Use it to compare different brands and different sizes of the same brand to determine which is more economical.
4. Buy in bulk It is almost always cheaper to buy foods in bulk. Smart choices are family packs of chicken, steak, or fish and larger bags of potatoes and frozen vegetables. Before you shop, remember to check if you have enough freezer space.
5. Buy in season Buying fruits and vegetables in season can lower the cost and add to the freshness! If you are not going
to use them all right away, buy some that still need time to ripen.
6. Convenience costs...go back to the basics Convenience foods like frozen dinners, pre-cut vegetables, and instant rice, oatmeal, or grits will cost you more than if you were to make them from scratch. Take the time to prepare your own—and save!
7. Easy on your wallet Certain foods are typically low-cost options all year
round. Try beans for a less expensive protein food. For vegetables, buy carrots, greens, or potatoes. As for fruits, apples and bananas are good choices.
8. Cook once...eat all week! Prepare a large batch of favorite recipes on your day off (double or triple the recipe). Freeze in individual containers. Use them throughout the week and you won’t have to spend money on take-out meals.
9. Get your creative juices flowing Spice up your leftovers—use them in new ways. For example, try leftover chicken in a stir-fry or over a garden salad, or to make chicken chili. Remember, throwing away food is throwing away your money!
10. Eating our @ resturants can be expensive. Save $$$ by getting the early bird special, going out for lunch instead of dinner, or looking for “2 for 1” deals. Stick to water instead of ordering other beverages, which add to the bill.
Saturday, August 3, 2013
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