Did You Know? Facts to Cheer You on the Healthy Journey (Part 2)

 

Welcome to another post from SHE. This is my 25th post and I’m hoping that all my efforts at encouraging you to join the healthy lifestyle party have yielded good fruits. That is what I have hoped for the most. I look back at my journey and wish someone had done this for me.


An important part of healthy living is taking good breaks and SHE wanting to practise what she preaches will be taking a month long vacation to rejuvenate. When I resume, I will let you know if I will continue with the blog as my nine to five job is becoming more demanding.


‘You can not buy your health, you must earn it through healthy living.”


Between 10-20% of health problems are misdiagnosed. And the figure is higher  in under-developed countries. Prevention is still better than cure.

Here are 14 things you should know:


  1. Dark chocolate is good for the skin, its antioxidants improve blood flow and      protect against ultraviolet damage.
  2. Eating oatmeal provides a serotonin boost, which calms the brain and improves mood.
  3. Massage isn’t just for muscles, it can help scars fade and an be more beneficial than lotion or oil.
  4. On the average, there are more bacteria per square inch in a kitchen sink than the bathroom.
  5. Bathroom door handles spread more diseases than toilet flush handles.
  6. Fad diets don’t work. If you want to lose weight, change your habits, be realistic with your expectations and take it slow.
  7. Cumin contains a lot of iron and can be used to treat iron deficiency. Like many other spices, its antioxidant properties are good for both the heart and blood circulation.
  8. Cinnamon is a strong antioxidant which helps to eliminate toxins from the body.
  9. Cardamon has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to help with digestive problems.
  10. Nutmeg has calming properties and can be used to fight insomnia and depression. It’s also good for oral health.
  11. Pumpkins are low in calories, rich in fibre and water, which can help to avoid constipation.
  12. Sweet potatoes contain a lot of provitamin A which is essential for protecting the eyes.
  13. Eggs, yogurts, nuts and legumes are high in choline (Vitamin B4) that can improve mood and sleep quality.
  14. Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean meat, whole grains and healthy fats is a great way to keep a strong immune system.


‘You can not out-exercise a bad diet’. Eat well and live well! I want many encouraging stories in four weeks.

Comments

  1. UnknownAugust 19, 2021 at 8:08 AM

    A well deserved break. Thank you for all you do. And for the reminders above which are necessary during this holiday period, we pray for clarity for you to make the right decision about continuing the blog.

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  2. PerciAugust 19, 2021 at 8:28 AM

    Amen to all these a d I can attest to all of the above. Enjoy your getaway and stay safe always. 🤗🤗

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  3. UnknownAugust 19, 2021 at 9:38 AM

    About spices, i have learnt alot this days about spices and it's benefits. You are a great teacher SHE

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