http://www.your-good-health-matters.com Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:33:59 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.1 en http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/healthiest-airport.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/healthiest-airport.htm#comments Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:02:42 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/healthiest-airport.htm Health Magazine did some research to find the healthiest airport. They were looking for services that promoted healthy living and things that would lower passenger stress. They based their findings on lighting, food, relaxation zones, safety, environmental and walking paths. They found the Phoenix Sky harbor was cited for having the healthiest restaurants and clean bathrooms. They have two pet parks and a video paging system. Other airports that made the cut in order were Baltimore/Washington, Chicago O’Hare and Detroit Metropolitan.

]]> http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/healthiest-airport.htm/feed/ http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/can-wine-help-reduce-the-incidence-of-alzheimers.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/can-wine-help-reduce-the-incidence-of-alzheimers.htm#comments Thu, 11 Dec 2008 22:01:06 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/can-wine-help-reduce-the-incidence-of-alzheimers.htm Red wine contains polyphenols that have been shown to block proteins from forming that build up toxic plaques that are thought to demolish brain cells. Studies have also shown that it can reduce already existing plaques that create cognitive deterioration. Pinot Noir grapes seem to have the highest concentration of the red wines. Maybe a glass of red with dinner isn’t such a bad idea!

]]> http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/can-wine-help-reduce-the-incidence-of-alzheimers.htm/feed/ http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/exercises-for-arthritis.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/exercises-for-arthritis.htm#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2008 20:53:11 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/exercises-for-arthritis.htm Having arthritis can make it difficult to exercise. There are various types of exercise that can help and foods to stay away from that can contribute to it. Popular exercises for arthritis treatment include, yoga, tai chi, water aerobics and cycling. Of course consult with your doctor before taking any of these on to make sure it will not further aggravate your arthritis. Foods that can worsen your symptoms are red meat, airy, and processed foods. Do your best to cut down on these types of foods. Having arthritis can be challenging but does not have to be debilitating.

]]> http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/exercises-for-arthritis.htm/feed/ http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/include-vitamins-and-minerals-into-your-diet.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/include-vitamins-and-minerals-into-your-diet.htm#comments Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:52:37 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/include-vitamins-and-minerals-into-your-diet.htm The best way to get the vitamins and minerals you need is through your food. Eating a variety of whole, natural foods, this means vegetables, fruits and whole grains. It also includes meats and/or fish and non-meat foods including protein. Supplements are helpful if your body cannot absorb enough of the vitamins you need. Minerals are important for the muscular system , nervous system and regulate fluid balance. The best way to get them is from your food as well. You may want to talk to your health care provider to see what you may be deficient in and to get an idea of what you may need to take to balance our intake.

]]> http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/include-vitamins-and-minerals-into-your-diet.htm/feed/ http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/healthy-living-eating-raw-foods.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/healthy-living-eating-raw-foods.htm#comments Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:17:03 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/healthy-living-eating-raw-foods.htm Eating raw foods can have a significant impact on your health and life. Raw foods contain enzymes that make digestion easier, being able to break foods down and the body can absorb the nutrients better. Raw foods also have alkalizing agents which help remove toxins from the body. Raw foods are also good for the immune system. Not all raw foods are just raw vegetables alone. Other varieties includes, nuts, teas, wheatgrass, herbs and oils. For more information on the benefits of raw foods check out http://www.highvibe.com.

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]]> http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/dark-chocolate-is-healthy.htm/feed/ http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/how-to-get-important-nutrients-easily.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/how-to-get-important-nutrients-easily.htm#comments Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:53:10 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/how-to-get-important-nutrients-easily.htm There are a few must have vitamins and minerals to keep you healthy. Vitamin A is important for the eyes and skin. RT11 sweet potato chips have enough of the daily does of vitamin A. Iron helps give oxygen to the muscles which helps to increase energy levels. For breakfast have multigrain cereal or bring it with you for a snack. Vitamin C is helps boost immunity and can prevent cell damage. Half of a red bell pepper has a lot of vitamin C and is a tasty treat. Selenium helps regulate your thyroid, metabolism and calcium levels. Brazil nuts are packed with selenium keep them on hand. These are just a few quick tips and you can find other foods that have these same nutrients and more.

]]> http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/how-to-get-important-nutrients-easily.htm/feed/ http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/workout-on-the-playground.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/workout-on-the-playground.htm#comments Sat, 25 Oct 2008 00:52:24 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/workout-on-the-playground.htm If you can’t spend the extra cash to get to the gym, no worries, you can do your workout on a playground. This is a great idea for busy moms who already go to the park with their kids. The play structures there can give you a total body workout. Use the monkey bars for chin-ups, benches for push-ups and the swings for lunges. Swift walking or jogging to the park can help burn calories as well. So bring your kids to the park and let them play while you work out!

]]> http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/workout-on-the-playground.htm/feed/ http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/exercise-is-good-for-your-brain.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/exercise-is-good-for-your-brain.htm#comments Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:09:47 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/exercise-is-good-for-your-brain.htm Everyone should exercise regularly to stay in good health. Recently there have been studies that show that exercise is good for our brains. It can improve learning, memory and emotional health. We feels good after exercise because it increases certain chemicals and hormones that help elevate mood. These chemicals are the same ones targeted by antidepressant medications as well. Doing ongoing aerobic activity is the best kind of exercise for the brain and can help you maintain a healthy, reduced stress lifestyle.

]]> http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/exercise-is-good-for-your-brain.htm/feed/ http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/slow-down-its-good-for-your-health.htm http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/slow-down-its-good-for-your-health.htm#comments Thu, 09 Oct 2008 21:09:37 +0000 Tom Cobb http://www.your-good-health-matters.com/slow-down-its-good-for-your-health.htm When you rush around all day every day, it can take a toll on your body mentally and physically. Your stress levels can go through the roof and side effects can occur. Your are more prone to make mistakes, neglect your body of good nutrition, and you get exhausted. There are some things you can do to slow yourself down and reduce your stress. Start out your day slowly, stay in  bed a few minutes after waking up. Remember to breathe, bringing the breath into your belly which relaxes your nervous system. Take 5 minute moments to unwind and relax throughout the day. Keep a daily routine so that you can slow yourself down.

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