Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Better Get Moving



            We have all forgotten to do our daily work out on more occasion than one. With work and social outings taking up a lot of our time it is easy to push off exercising until the next day or week. Of course, after we do this a few times it gets to be a habit and we end up spending little to no time exercising. After some time we feel tired, a little down and might even begin to have health problems or gain weight.

            One of the most common reasons why people exercise is because it allows them to keep their weight under control. Sitting around and doing nothing leads to weight gain and can cause you to be unhappy with yourself. Of course, with weight gains comes a series of health problems light heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.

            If you don't want to exercise for your health then get up and move to improve your attitude. Exercising releases hormones that actually make you start to feel happy. So, not only are you making your body feel great you are also bringing your mind to a nice peaceful place. If you've been feeling depressed or anxious lately then think about your exercise routine and perhaps adjust it, because a little more exercise might actually help you get to feeling better.

            Afternoons are a must for some people. If you've been feel excessively tired lately and don't know why then it might be your exercise regime. Although we might feel tired after a workout the exercise does actually boost energy and help keep the body in a natural cycle. If you can't break the napping cycle try adding a workout to your morning or evening and see how that helps effect your energy.

            Your body is designed to be on the go, so make sure you give it the time it needs. There are so many benefits to exercise, so make sure you find a few minutes each day to get your blood pumping the right way. You might find that in a week you actually feel better than ever. 

Monday, May 13, 2013

Honey:Its Sweeter Than You Thought


Honey has been a part of our diets since ancient times. It provides us with a sweet taste that doesn't cause as much damage as sugary foods, while also boosting up immunity. The best thing about honey is it is all natural and comes straight from the environment. There are many amazing things about honey that aren't commonly talked about though!

            For starters, honey is one way to help prevent cancer. It doesn't matter what part of the world honey comes from, as it will always have flavanoids in it. This substance has actually been linked to the prevention of terminal illnesses like cancer and heart disease.  So, next time you're looking for a snack you might choose something honey based.

            Honey is also known to help ease irritation in the throat and stop you from coughing. One of the most famous remedies is a singer eating honey to sweeten the voice before a show. Of course, you can use honey in your everyday life to help keep you feeling great during cold season. This is part of the reason why many cough drops now include a honey based flavor.

            If you're having trouble with your digestive tract then you might want to try eating some honey to ease the pain.  Honey is particularly used to help you fight off bad bacteria in the stomach or ulcers. This is due to the large concentration of anti-bacteria that honey provides. So next time you might be a little stressed out try eating a little honey to prevent any digestive symptoms.

            One big thing about honey is that it is filled with antioxidants and anti-bacteria. Honey, especially local honey, is great for you because it helps you fight off local issues. When the honey is made bees bring in all of the elements from the local environment, so the honey allows you to fight or prevent any of the problems that might be going around in your area.

            Honey is more than just a tasty treat. It can really help you stay healthy in the long and short term. Next time you get a chance, try indulging in a delicious honey based treat that will keep you feel great.