I guess it was bound to happen…I sprained my ankle running last week. OK, this is a self-diagnosis because I avoid Dr.’s offices (who has the time?) Nevertheless, my ankle is burning and aching and VERY swollen. What happened? It was raining outside so I decided to wear my old sneakers. Luckily, my sister-in-law is a physical therapist. She told me that the swelling in my ankle should go away…
As they approach retirement age, many baby boomers are very concerned about the health care systems’ ever-changing rules and rising costs. As a result these older folks are interested in disease prevention, maintaining any good health that they may enjoy, and saving money. The cost-conscious baby boomers are turning to dietary supplements to boost their immune systems and prevent disease. One of the more popular supplements being recommended by…
National Best Seller, Born to Run, was published in 2009 and written by Christopher McDougall, a contributing editor for Men’s Health magazine, and three-time National Magazine Award finalist. This was the most entertaining book I have read in years. Written as a first-person non-fiction narrative, Born to Run combines the excitement of ultra-racing with very interesting scientific running research, and just a dash of a spiritual journey…it is perfect! McDougall begins his story with…
Doctors and your Grandmother agree, Fish Oil, and in particular, Cod Liver Oil, is the ultimate super-food. Doctors recommend the Healthy Omega Fats in fish oil for helping to reduce bad cholesterol and tri-glycerides. Cod Liver Oil adds the incredible health benefits of high levels of Vitamin A and Vitamin D. So why doesn’t everyone have a bottle of this liquid gold in their cupboard? Well…fish oil tastes like fish,…
Last week I mentioned that I wanted to research barefoot running because my legs hurt. The Running Barefoot website has some excellent basic information about “How to Run”. Of course we assume we know how to run, however, most of us learned how to run in shoes, and our bodies were designed to run barefoot. Barefoot-Ken-Bob’s website has an extremely thorough explanation of exactly How to Run. The point of learning how to…
You know its summer when produce stands have all the bountiful, delicious berries available only at this time of year—scrumptious strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. Here at Perfect Supplements we have the “perfect” summer berry for you. It’s called the acai berry and it’s loaded with double the antioxidant power of blueberries! It also contains healthy omega fats and fiber. Our wonderful berry is 100% pure, organic, and freeze-dried within…
You may be wondering what all the hype is around the Acai Berry, in fact, you probably have seen it at your local grocery store, or an added supplement to your favorite smoothie. Online, if you do a web search for Acai Berry, you’ll find countless articles on Acai Berry scams and their fake claims to lose tons of weight over night. Before you discount Acai Berry here is some…
I have a 3/4 mile loop around my neighborhood. On my first attempt to run around the loop I needed to stop and stretch at least four times. After completing several runs over the last few weeks, I was able to complete most of the 3/4 miles without a walk-break. But…my legs still hurt. Is it my shoes? They are not expensive running shoes. Have you heard about barefoot running?…
It’s expensive and hard to find are two common complaints about organic food, but the truth is organic helps the earth, and what helps the earth helps us. In fact, organic agriculture is contending with modern farming and is an environmentally strong system that will assist us in the future. Before you dismiss organic products, here are 10 reasons why you should go organic. Organic production reduces health risks for…
One of the really great things about running for exercise is how I can do it anytime, anywhere. All I need are my running shoes and some comfortable clothes. I have had the pleasure of taking my training to New Hampshire for vacation. Check out the beautiful path I found at Loon mountain. Here is another lovely trail that I found in Nashua NH called Mine Falls Park. This place…