We’ve all been there – pushing ourselves to the limit during a high-intensity workout, only to be hit with that overwhelming wave of thirst.
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I am not a morning person, and I think I never will be. I have to admit, however, that there are periods when I do get an early start. And when I do, the day turns out to be more productive.
Additionally, I’ve noticed that when I wake up earlier than usual, I tend to have more time to do things unrelated to work. When I do these things before turning my laptop on, the day gets even better.
Let me share these habits that may also help you start you day right. [Read more…] about 4 Healthy Habits to Help You Get Off to a Good Start Every Day
Originally posted on January 16, 2014 @ 1:17 pm
4 Practical Things to Do When You Can’t Sleep
I’ve always had sleep issues. They come in cycles. There are times when I fall asleep earlier than I would want to, but I’d wake up in the middle of the night – same time, every time. There are periods when I just can’t seem to do anything but sleep – day or night. Then there are periods when I can’t sleep till almost dawn.
One thing I have learned is to ride out those periods until my sleeping pattern adjust to a reasonable cycle. I’ve also learned – by trial and error – how to somehow lull myself to sleep during those nights when sleep won’t come; or at least reach a state of semi-relaxation so that I am not totally useless the next day. [Read more…] about 4 Practical Things to Do When You Can’t Sleep
Originally posted on November 1, 2013 @ 1:43 pm
5 Natural and Herbal Dental Care Treatments for Home Use
Good oral hygiene should always include regular dental checkups and cleanings. Between your appointments, however, you can use a few natural and herbal dental solutions for day-to-day care.
Maintain the health of your mouth with herbal preparations, supplements, and even a massager in the case of a bad bite. Here are five home remedies that might work for you.
1. Halitosis
Halitosis or bad breath is the result of bacterial reactions to food in the mouth. Separate from over-the-counter mouthwash, try the following home-made recipe.
Combine 1 teaspoon each of rosemary, peppermint, and lavender. Mix the herbs well, then place 1 teaspoon of the mixture in a cup of boiling water. Steep 15 minutes, then strain. Cool and use instead of a commercial mouthwash.
2. Sore gums
Calendula and echinacea can soothe sore gums and reduce inflammation. Dab the affected areas with calendula tincture diluted with an equal amount of water. For sore gums, make a strong infusion and swish it in the mouth for several minutes. You can either spit it out or swallow it.
3. Strengthening teeth
Vitamin C deficiency can contribute to breakdown of connective tissue that produces blood vessel walls, bone matrix, cartilage, collagen, and dentin. Herbs that provide nutrients for strengthening the teeth can be taken as capsules. They include alfalfa, blue green algae, horsetail, nettles, oatstraw, and spirulina.
4. Gum disease
Supplements can also be good for your oral health. Coenzyme Q10 may improve circulation to the gums and help prevent gum disease.
It’s also a powerful antioxidant. Recommended dosage is 60 to 100 milligrams daily in capsule form.
5. Bad bite
Malocclusion or “bad bite” may be treated by a completely natural method that makes it possible to repair and even regrow teeth that may be the cause. This is a completely natural method, based on science.
Apply a low-frequency ultrasound source like that produced by a Novasonic Massager (which you can find on eBay) to stimulate the gums around the misaligned tooth area. Directions can be found here.
Orthodontic treatment for bad bite
While the above treatment might assist with a bad bite, it’s not a cure in all cases. Ward Orthodontics can provide you with a much more effective remedy for a bad bite, since this condition is not only unattractive, but can be emotionally painful because it prevents a person from being able to bite, chew, and speak properly.
The information in this blog is solely for informational purposes. It is not intended to serve as medical advice. It is always wise to consult with your dentist or orthodontist when considering any of these natural and herbal treatments.
Originally posted on October 24, 2013 @ 6:31 am
4 Power Nap Mistakes That Kill Your Energy Buzz
Power naps are supposed to perk you up and give you the second wind you need to get through your day in a better mood. But are you getting the most out of the quick zzz’s you take during your lunch break?
If you want to make the most out of your nap time and be that guy in the office who doesn’t look like a zombie by the end of the day, then you’d better brush up on your power nap strategy to avoid the common mistakes below.
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No wonder Charlie Brown’s always so depressed – he never learned how to power nap!
1. Extended napping – Hitting that snooze button and getting an extra 5 – 10 minutes may work for you in the morning, but when it comes to napping, it is the biggest mistake you can make. Naps are supposed to be just 15 – 30 minutes long for a good reason. This rule was not invented by bosses who wanted their employees back at their desks ASAP, but has been proven by research to be the ideal period for napping. In fact, napping for more than 30 minutes will not give your more energy, but will actually leave you feeling groggier due to sleep inertia. So before you hit the slow wave sleep (SWS) phase where sleep inertia is at its peak, you’d better wake up. You’ll still feel slightly groggy after a 20-minute nap, but you can bet that you’ll be able to shake it off more easily than you would an hour long nap.
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Originally posted on October 3, 2013 @ 5:51 pm
7 Common Habits of the Perpetually Stressed
If you’re wondering why your life seems so stressful and are trying to figure out why, you might want to take a moment to look at yourself because YOU might actually be the major reason behind all the stress you’re having to deal with on a daily basis.
Life will always find a way to throw curve balls at you, inevitably making you feel stressed from time to time, but if you don’t watch the way you think and act your habits will amplify the stress and make it harder to cope with daily stressors. Here’s a list of 7 habits commonly exhibited by people who claim to be perpetually stressed. If you’re the sort of person who often feels drained at the end of the day, no matter how uneventful the day might have been, you’ll probably find yourself checking one item after another on the list below.
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7 Common Habits of the Perpetually Stressed
1. Negative thinking – If you don’t think much about what you think and how you think, chances are that you also fall prey to negative thinking. Think about it. What comes to mind first when something doesn’t go your way? How do you talk to yourself when you make a mistake? If your thoughts automatically turn to the negative, then you can be sure that this is adds to your daily stress levels in a major way. You need to re-train yourself to be a positive thinker and change this bad habit starting NOW. Yes, you’ve got to start now and stop thinking that it’s too hard and start by telling yourself that you can do it. Remember, positive affirmations to yourself goes a long way!
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Originally posted on September 16, 2013 @ 1:09 pm
