I read this great article in the youdocs newsletter yesterday. It’s about nine thingsa we can do to help foil Alzheimer’s. And I quote:

“Your Brain’s Ideal Day
By Michael Roizen, M.D., and Mehmet Oz, M.D.

End your day feeling as sharp as when you started with these strategies:

Fill your cup. Coffee (six cups a day) can reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease by more than 20 percent.

Rise to the challenge. Hit a tough problem first thing in the morning? Good! Constant mental challenges are Miracle-Gro for your mind.

Walk to lunch. Regular, moderate exercise cuts dementia odds in half.

Order up some Mediterranean food. Eating more fish, fruits, veggies, whole grains and legumes than most Americans do (not difficult!) reduces your risk of Alzheimer’s by up to 40 percent. (This also means avoiding added sugars, syrups, trans fats, saturated fats and any grain but 100 percent whole grain.)

Spice it up. Indians have 75 percent less brain dysfunction and Alzheimer’s at the same age as Westerners. The reason: It’s thought to be the curcumin-derivative turmeric found in curry (and inexpensive mustards).

Savor a little chocolate. Chocolate keeps your brain happy, possibly by keeping your arteries young.

Slice it (on the ping-pong table). Playing a sport that requires fast changes in direction improves balance and memory.

Practice! Playing music bolsters language areas of your brain. Bonus: You can be bad at it (keep the day job!) and still benefit.

Pop some DHA and D. DHA is the omega-3 fat that helps keep brain cells young. Get 600 mg a day from fortified foods or DHA supplements. And add 1,000 IU of vitamin D-3 to help keep the arteries going to your brain younger, too.”

If you would like to learn more just click the link.

http://www.arcamax.com/news/youdocs/s-685141-351403

And remember, do what you will but harm none.

Shelaghh Drew

Ps visit my website Herbal-Helpers,com for some great specials on products to help you live a longer, stronger and happier life the natural way.Â

Every once in a while I find some book or article that actually has a new thought or idea, at least new to me. I found a book called “complete Idiot’s Guide To Natural Remedies” in the supermarket line up the other day and being the natural remedy user that I am I bought it.

Part One is a series of Headings with 1 or 2 paragraphs each and one in particular caught my attention. A heading that read; “Paying Your Own Way” it goes on to say, “For some people it’s worth it to pay out of pocket to see a naturopathic physician, even when their insurance won’t cover it. People feel like it’s worth it if they get 50 minutes of uninterrupted time rather than leave with a prescription and a lot of unanswered questions.” Dr Gilardi also says “it makes you feel like you can make a difference and you feel empowered because you learn you can make the right decisions for your lifestile.”

It made me think about the changes I have already made and about changes I can still make to make my lifestile a healthier one.

Part 2 is a list of ailments and what can be done about them. Each has a discription of the ailment, a diet that help, a preventative, topical treatments and other types of therapies. It is written in very plain English so is very easy to understand.

I liked this book so I thought you might want to take a look at it too.

Remember, do what you will but harm none

Shelagh Drew

http://www.herbal-helpers.com

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I hope you enjoyed a happy and healthy holiday season this year. I had a wonderful holiday as my weight gain will atest to .

So I decided to go to my favorite go to site, mine, Herbal-Helpers, Where all thing herbal come together.

The name means what it says. You can find the longest running and most trusted herbal products there. Just click any of the banners or links and you will find everything you need to get healthy and stay that way.

Botanic Choice for instance is celebrating their 100th birthday. They have some great specials like their 2 for 1 on suppliments and/or free shipping on orders of $50.00 or more.

Another great site to find bulk herbs, oils, and gardening supplies for indoor and outdoor gardens is The Shaman Shop.

Everything at Mountain Rose Herbs is certified organic. and they have been in production for more than 20 years. Supplying essential oils for Aroma Therapy, bulk herbs for your own mixtures, bath and body products and the most wonder teas for your enjoyment.Â

And last but not least, Native Remedies. A great place to find information on everything about yours and your pets health

If you want to lose weight or quit smoking, even if you need something for your pets you will find it there. But don’t just take my word for it take a look for yourself.

Remember, do what you will but harm none

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