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According to the new guidelines just released by the American Heart Association (AHA) this month, nearly half of all Americans are now living with high blood pressure. So that means that people that were considered "borderline" at 130/80 – would now be diagnosed with high blood pressure (Hypertension). According to cardiologist Dr. Sinatra – healthy blood pressure levels should be under 120/80.
The thing is, high blood pressure often will have no obvious symptoms. So the majority of people with high blood pressure – are unaware that they have it. But high blood pressure is often called "the silent killer" – because the first symptom can be deadly. The best way to determine if your blood pressure is in a good place is to have your blood pressure measured. High blood pressure tends to run in families – so if you have close relatives that have had hypertension, you will especially want to monitor your blood pressure regularly – you might want to consider getting a home monitor.
High blood pressure can double your risk of a heart attack and is a risk factor for stroke, dementia, kidney failure, & blindness. Learn more about risk factors of hypertension from the Mayo Clinic.
Please note: If you are taking any prescription medications, or under the care of a doctor for any reason – talk to your doctor about these suggestions before implementing them in case there are contraindications or interactions. Your doctor may also wish to monitor you in case changes need to be made to your prescriptions. These tips are general in nature and may not be appropriate for everyone. Whenever making changes to your diet and lifestyle – it is recommended to do it gradually to allow your body to adjust.
Cinnamon is a very powerful tool when it comes to blood pressure and blood sugar – lowering both. Cinnamon has other benefits – including fighting bad bacteria in the gut, and revving up the metabolism. According to a 2006 study conducted by the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, just 1/2 of a teaspoon a day of cinnamon could be enough to help reduce blood pressure. You can add cinnamon to oatmeal, smoothies, add it to nut butter, sprinkle it on fruit, and add it to nuts before roasting, you can also add it to coffee.
Did you know that the USDA recommends adults consume 9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day? Yes, NINE!! Sadly, on the Standard American Diet (SAD), most people are not getting even half that – with many people barely getting 1 serving a day. Plant-based foods are rich in important nutrients and electrolytes that help to balance our blood pressure. Potassium is particularly important for healthy blood pressure levels – so reach for avocados, bananas, squash, sweet potatoes, leafy greens, and prunes.
Best known for their anti-inflammatory effects, omega 3 fatty acids also have blood thinning effects too, which can help to reduce blood pressure. Try to incorporate chia seeds, flax seeds, and fatty fish like wild salmon. And consider sardines too – not only are they rich in omega 3s, they also are low in mercury, and are high in heart-healthy Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)! I love making these Flax Raisin muffins – they are grain free, gluten free, low in sugar and high in omega 3 fatty acids- and they are delicious! Also consider adding some flax or chia to your overnight oats, or making chia pudding.
For a very long time – experts have pointed the finger at salt as the primary culprit for high blood pressure. But now experts are saying another white substance may be more to blame – SUGAR. Blood sugar and blood pressure – are closely linked. Post meal glucose spikes increases blood pressure and the risk for heart attack. So consider skipping dessert, or opting for a square of dark chocolate instead. But make sure to go for dark – the cacao content should be at least 60%. A Harvard study found that dark chocolate lowered blood pressure as well as the risk of heart attack and diabetes. Dark chocolate is high in magnesium, which helps to relax the blood vessels, and it also helps to improve blood flow to extremities.
A recent study showed that when participants used 2 Tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil daily, it lowered blood pressure, with 35% of the participants benefitting so much that they were able to stop their medications! It has also been linked to better brain health too. Avocado oil is also a healthy oil associated with lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides. The other benefit of avocado oil is that it has a high smoke point, so that is the one I recommend for cooking above 300 degrees.
The studies are clear about the link between heavy alcohol use and blood pressure – alcohol raises blood pressure. But what constitutes "heavy drinking" might surprise some – just 3 drinks for women is considered "heavy alcohol consumption." Cutting back on the alcohol may not just lower your blood pressure – a new study found that heavy drinking can also raise the risk of several different cancers – the strongest link being with cancers of the head, neck and throat. So sticking with no more than 1 drink a day for women, and 2 for men will lower your blood pressure and your cancer risk.
Getting some exercise each day – like taking a walk can help to lower blood pressure. According to the Mayo clinic, "Regular physical activity — at least 30 minutes most days of the week — can lower your blood pressure by 4 to 9 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg)." If you are concerned with your blood pressure levels or heart health – stick to gentle exercise and talk to your doctor before beginning any strenuous exercise program to be sure your heart is in good enough shape for it.
High levels of stress can send your blood pressure soaring. So trying to keep stress levels under control is important for managing healthy blood pressure. If you get an elevated reading in your doctor's office – make sure to check it again – sometimes people can be stressed out at the doctors office – causing their blood pressure to be higher. Consider acupuncture, meditation, and/or yoga for lowering stress levels.
Getting a poor night's sleep can do more than make you groggy – it can raise your blood pressure. A 2006 study published in the journal Hypertension found that people who slept 5 hours or less per night were 32% more likely to develop hypertension than those who slept 7–8 hours per night. Some tips for getting a good night's sleep – avoid caffeine after 1:00pm, turn off electronics at least 1 hour before bedtime, take a warm bath to help calm the nervous system before bedtime, and take a magnesium supplement before bedtime can also help some settle down to a good night's sleep.
Gradually making the above nutritional and lifestyle changes might be enough to lower slightly elevated blood pressure. Some people might also find that taking certain supplements could help to get blood pressure into a healthy range. Again – talk to your prescribing doctor before adding any supplements if you are currently taking medication or speak to your healthcare provider if you are being treated for any condition.
Article written by Nutritionist Sara Vance, author of the book The Perfect Metabolism Plan A regular guest on Fox 5 San Diego, you can see many of Sara's segments on her media page. She also offers corporate nutrition, school programs, consultations, and affordable online eCourses. Download her free 40+ page Metabolism Jumpstart eBook here.
©2015, all rights reserved. Sara Vance.
It's Back to School time – which means kids need to switch from summer brain to their focused school brain. This delicious dairy-free milk gets it's amazing blue hue from a very special living superfood called blue green algae. Algae is a superfood that supports healthy brain function, mood, and energy. Learn more about this amazing superfood: E3 Live or E3 Live Brain ON.
Other great additions – 1/2 scoop of vegan protein powder, cinnamon, frozen banana, blueberries, raw cacao, dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs.
*Chia seeds offer ALA omega 3s, fiber and a wide range of vitamins and minerals. I like to use the white chia seeds in kids smoothies – because they blend in invisible.
When I was a little girl, one of my favorite things was pumpkin bread – I would look forward to the fall when my mom would make her famous recipe – it was so moist and delicious. I still love pumpkin bread – but I don't eat wheat or gluten any more – so I can't make my mom's recipe exactly.
But I di use her recipe for inspiration! This recipe is based on the pumpkin bread that my mom used to make me when I was a kid – except this one is gluten and grain free. Instead of regular flour, this pumpkin bread is made with cassava flour – which is a root vegetable that is also known as a yuca root. Cassava is both grain and gluten free!! Learn more about cassava flour.
Although it does have organic sugar, this recipe has quite a bit less sugar than my mom's original recipe (and most other pumpkin bread recipes) – and you could probably even reduce the sugar content by swapping some 1/2 cup of the sugar for 2 Tablespoons of stevia (I might try it next time).
This recipe even passed the kid test – my kids loved it and gobbled it up (and they are not always big fans of gluten or grain free recipes)!!
Prefer banana bread? You can substitute 3 ripe bananas for the pumpkin in this recipe to make banana bread!
Cassava Flour: The Best Grain-Free Baking Alternative?
Have you heard of resistant starch? Resistant starch is sometimes called the "Skinny Starch" because it can improve digestion, stabilize insulin and blood sugar, provid longer lasting energy, improved digestion and gut bacteria – all of which could potentially mean flatter bellies and weight loss.
Resistant Starch is a type of carbohydrate that "resists" digestion, meaning it passes through the stomach and the small intestine relatively unchanged. When it reaches the colon, it serves as a prebiotic fiber. A pre-biotic is different than a pro-biotic. A pre-biotic feeds the probiotic (good) bacteria. So you want both – in order to keep the good bacteria (probiotics) in your colon happy – you need to regularly feed them (prebiotics).
Certain foods contain resistant starch naturally such as plant-based foods with a cellular structure that offers some resistance to digestion – like legumes, tiger nuts, and whole grains. Certain kinds of starch are naturally resistant to digestion in their raw or unriped state – like green bananas, raw potatoes, and green plantains. Some starches become resistant to digestion after they are cooked then cooled – such as potatoes, rice, or pasta. Note: if you reheat these foods they will lose some of the resistant starch, but will also retain some. There are also man made resistant starches, called "superstarch" – which is a food that has been modified/changed in order to be more resistant to digestion.
When resistant starch reaches the colon – it creates a short chain fatty acid chemical called butyrate – which changes the pH of the colon and has been shown to reduce inflammation, improve intestinal permeability, improve digestion, elimination and the metabolism. It also makes the colon a less hospitable environment for bad bacteria and even for colon cancers to develop. So regularly consuming resistant starch could potentially reduce our risk for colon cancer – the 4th most common type of cancer. (Read more)
Mark my words – resistant starch is pretty cool – I would even call it a "metabolism hack."
But before you run out and start to load up on resistant starch – realize that like any fiber – especially a prebiotic one – you want to incorporate it slowly, or it could potentially cause digestive upset. So start with a teaspoon or less at first to see how you do first.
One of the best sources of resistant starch in my opinion comes from a small tuber called a tiger nut. You can eat the nuts whole, or use tiger nut flour. I buy Tiger Nut Flour from Organic Gemini. I add a Tablespoon of Tiger Nut flour to my smoothie every morning.
Another benefit of resistant starch is that it can also help some people sleep – so this Tiger Nut & Cashew Horchata drink I created could be a nice thing to have before bedtime.
I also like to make raw desserts with tiger nut flour – like this delicious Skinny Starch Raspberry Tart recipe.
To learn more about resistant starch and get a recipe book (recipes include Cookie Dough Balls and Skinny Thin Mints!), sign up for my online Course – All About Resistant Starch.
As someone gets older, they might fall more often, need a cane to walk, or get a little more forgetful. But what if in some cases – those things weren't actually due to 'old age' – but a vitamin deficiency, that was treatable!
Vitamin B12 is important for energy, mood, memory, focus and metabolism of fats and amino acids. A deficiency can cause anemia, memory and focus issues, a sluggish metabolism, and nerve damage. But in severe cases that are left to progress, vitamin B12 deficiency can even lead to death.
The thing about B12 deficiency – is it is often missed or misdiagnosed as other conditions like Parkinson's, MS, or dementia. Because it often happens to the elderly, the symptoms can simply be attributed to 'old age'. But B12 deficiency does not just affect the elderly population, it can even affect babies and young children, and it can mimic the symptoms of autism and ADHD.
Let me share a story – a couple years ago, a young girl mentioned to me that she was getting tingling and numbness in her arm. I asked her if she had seen a doctor about it. She told me yes, but that the doctors couldn't figure out what was wrong with her. She said they eventually pulled her parents aside and told them that she was "making it up, or just saying it to get attention."
That is not something a child would make up! Neurological symptoms should never be ignored or dismissed. I mentioned B12 deficiency to her mom, and guess what? They tested her and she was deficient. She is doing well now on B12 supplements. In fact, if she stops the supplements, the tingling and numbness comes back.
But what if she hadn't gotten tested or supplements? The sad thing is, there are many people in a similar situation – who are being misdiagnosed or told it is "in their heads" every day.
A deficiency in B12 can cause neurological issues, fatigue, dementia, depression and other mental illnesses – even psychosis. It is linked to anemia, infertility, autistic symptoms, learning and motor delays, elevated homocysteine, clumsiness, frequent falls, and so much more. B12 deficiency is often misdiagnosed as MS, Parkinsons, dementia, and more. If left untreated, severe B12 deficiencies can even lead to death. It can take years before symptoms of a B12 deficiency show up.
Because B12 is only available in animal products, vegans and people who eat very little animal proteins are one of the higher risk populations for deficiency. People with inadequate levels of stomach acid, digestive issues, or who have had gastric or intestinal surgery are also higher risk for deficiencies. People who have genetic mutations which limit their bodies ability to convert B12 to the active form can be deficient, as well as those with autoimmune conditions like pernicious anemia.
If you are currently taking a B12 supplement in your multivitamin – go take a look and see what form it is. Is it cyanocobalamin? That is one of the most common and cheapest forms – so that is why many multivitamin companies use it. But conversion of B12 in the body is not a simple mechanism, and some people are not able to convert cyanocobalamin into the useable form (such as anyone with a genetic MTHFR mutation). So the optimal forms of B12 for absorption and bioavailability are methylcobalamin, adenosylcobalamin, or hydroxycobalamin.
Curious if B12 deficiency could be affecting you or a loved one? Get tested*! You want to ask for a Serum B12 and a urinary MMA. Other tests to consider are homocysteine, serum iron, and ferritin. Find the complete list of tests to consider in the book Could it Be B12? Also, find more information and a complete list of symptoms on this site: B12Awareness.org.
Some people with digestion/ absorption problems, low stomach acid, or very low B12 levels – will benefit from B12 injections, a sublingual, or a liquid form of B12.
The B vitamins work together synergistically, so it is a good idea when supplementing to take a high quality multivitamin with the full B complex, or taking a B complex vitamin along with your multivitamin.
*Note: if you are already supplementing with B12, realize that your test results may not accurately reflect a deficiency. So if you are not supplementing and suspect a deficiency – try to get tested right away, before beginning to supplement.
Read more: Inexpensive Vitamin Treats 'So Many Diseases' It Threatens Big Pharma
Note: Tingling and numbness in extremities can also be a sign of diabetes, but it is important to rule out a B12 deficiency as well.
This green lemonade recipe is my go-to favorite juice – it features alkalizing lemons & greens, warming & soothing ginger, a little sweetness and detoxifying malic acid from the granny smith apples, heavy metals-detoxifying parsley, and the celery adds organic sodium – a very important electrolyte for proper hydration and muscle/nerve support.
Ingredients (makes about 24 oz. of juice):
Directions: Put everything (except the avocado oil/chia seeds) into the juicer.* Pour desired amount into a glass, save the rest in a glass jar in refrigerator up to 1 day. Stir in the avocado oil (or if using chia seeds – stir and allow them to soak 3-5 minutes before drinking). *If you don't have a juicer – use your blender and strain out the pulp if you like!
*Why add the chia seeds or avocado oil to this drink?
Many of the vitamins in a green drink are fat soluble, so in order for them to be properly absorbed, there needs to be a carrier – a fat source. The fat also helps to keep the blood sugar stable, which is important for a healthy metabolism. You could also have this juice with a handful of almonds, half an avocado, or you could take your fish oil supplement too!
Read more: The Key Ingredient Your Green Juice is Missing.
**Note: when making juice – I highly recommend using only organic ingredients – because each 8 oz. serving can contain 2 pounds of produce – and conventional fruits and vegetables can be treated with pesticides (especially important for the Dirty Dozen and anything that you do not remove the peel). Also – make sure to rinse (or peel) your ingredients before juicing. **
It is an interesting story. I write extensively about the history behind the "Low Fat Myth" in Chapter Two ("Fix Your Fats") of my book The Perfect Metabolism Plan. I also I highly recommend this fascinating must-watch documentary featuring a number of doctors and experts that discusses these "dietary villains" – The Heart of the Matter – this is part 1 (approx. 30 mins long).
The long-standing recommendation to limit the amount of dietary cholesterol has just recently been officially lifted from the nutritional guidelines. This is huge, and has been a long time coming. Despite being told that there was good scientific evidence to back it up – the scientific studies actually did not show a causative link between dietary cholesterol and heart attack! One study looked at 130,000 people and found that nearly 3/4 of patients hospitalized for heart attack had what was considered to be normal cholesterol numbers. In fact, research shows that in the elderly population (over age 81) – lower cholesterol levels actually raised the risk of mortality, and equated to lower memory scores.
Dr. Mark Houston, author of What Your Doctor May Not Tell you About Heart Disease says that "elevated cholesterol is not a sure sign of heart disease, any more than low levels are a sure sign of heart health." Dr. Houston says in his book that heart disease begins with endothelial damage or dysfunction, which progresses through 7 different pathways (inflammation, oxidative stress, autoimmunity, dyslipidemia, high blood sugar, high blood pressure, and obesity). The good news? Many of the above pathways can be affected by nutritional and lifestyle factors. I highly recommend Dr. Houston's book if you want to understand how to get control of your heart health naturally.
Experts are also calling into the question the recommendations on saturated fats – because like cholesterol, there is a lack of scientific evidence linking saturated fats to heart disease. But the push to remove the saturated fat limit is still being met with a lot of resistance, so it will likely not be changed in the official nutritional recommendations until the next time they are changed – which is in 5 years. Don't believe me about saturated fats not being bad for you? Read this Time Magazine piece titled "We Were Wrong About Saturated Fats." (Notice that is Ancel Keys on the left hand cover).
Another exciting development that happened recently – is the FDA finally took a stronger stand against trans fats. Back in 2013, they removed the GRAS (generally recognized as safe) classification, because of the link between trans fats and coronary artery plaque formation. And just last month they took it a big step further – they banned the use of trans fats in foods entirely. This is great news, but since there is a 3 year grace period for compliance – we all need to be aware of all the places trans fats are hiding in the meantime. Basically – the majority of trans fats in our diets come from "convenience foods."
Trans fats are liquid fats that have been altered by partially hydrogenation, making them solid/more stable at room temperature. Trans fats extend the shelf-life of a product, so that is why manufacturers love them. An interesting historical note is that Crisco – which is partially hydrogenated vegetable oil – was brought to market in 1911. Check out this Illustrated History of heart disease for other interesting facts and historical notes (from 1825-2015).
Just because a label says "no trans fats" does not mean it doesn't contain them. That is a label loophole, and just means that there is less than half a gram of trans fats per serving. Just know, if it says "partially hydrogenated oil" on the ingredient list – it has trans fats.
There is a lot of really exciting research that has been happening about the human microbiome (the bacterial cells in and on our bodies). With some new research linking the heart to the microbiome in the gut. Check out these articles to learn more about the connection:
There is emerging research to support a link between autoimmune diseases and heart disease. It is well-known that there is a link between chronic/systemic inflammation and heart disease. So it makes sense that having an autoimmune disease, which leads to chronic and systemic inflammation – could be one potential underlying cause/contributing factor for heart disease. Because of this, it is a good idea for anyone with heart disease to be tested for celiac disease/gluten sensitivity (especially if there are other potential symptoms of autoimmunity – such as psoriosis, eczema, or other skin conditions/rashes, sun sensitivity, thyroid disease, chronic aches & pains/arthritis, stress fractures, slow wound healing, low white blood cell count, etc).
There is a lot of overwhelming evidence pointing to poorly controlled blood SUGAR.
Although not likely the whole picture – excess sugar increases inflammation, and is linked to increased risk of heart attack and death. Chapter One of my book The Perfect Metabolism Plan goes into detail about how sugar impacts our metabolism and health – and all the sneaky ways it is getting into our diet.
AHA Recommends Added Sugar Limits
Because of the link between sugar and heart disease, the American Heart Association recommends limiting sugar intake to less than 9 tsp for men, and 6 tsp for women. But with 75% of all packaged foods containing added sugars – this is not easy to do. Sugar is sneaking into our diets all day long – even in seemingly healthy choices like cereals, yogurts, salad dressings, sauces, snack bars, etc. You do not have to eat one cookie, one spoonful of ice cream, or one soda to get more added sugar than the recommended limit. It is no wonder that the average American gets about 3 times more than the recommended amount every day (and I personally think that number is underestimated).
Skip the Sodas & Sweet Drinks
One of the fastest way to get too much sugar is by drinking it. One 12 oz. soda has about 10 tsp of sugar, and a 9 oz. frappuccino has about 8 tsp. One medium FruiTea (organic green tea from Wendy's) has 18 tsp!! That drink alone is 3 times the amount a woman should have all day long!! And before you run out to buy diet sodas – know that two or more diet sodas a day has been linked to a 30% increase for a heart attack (read this article to learn more).
Read these articles for more info:
One way to stay on top of our heart health is to get some tests run. But which ones? Contrary to popular belief – just knowing your cholesterol levels is not enough – as more than half of all heart attacks happen in people who have what are considered normal cholesterol levels.
The Spectra Cell Cardio Metabolic test is a comprehensive test to help you assess your risk of metabolic syndrome. Learn more about the test here – or ask your family doctor or cardiologist to run these tests for you.
There is an exciting opportunity to learn from over 30 of the top experts in the area of heart health next week! The Healthy Heart Summit (begins on July 13 and it is free!!). Register here today, and attend each day for free.
In addition to attending the Summit, I also highly recommend the following books:
This article is not to be construed as medical advice. I highly recommend that you discuss the information presented in this article and at the Healthy Heart Summit with your medical provider.
I had a big bunch of mint and a fresh pineapple, and some coconut in the freezer – so this morning I whipped up this pineapple mint smoothie – it was absolutely delicious and refreshing, it made me feel like I was in the tropics!! Pineapple, mint, coconut and chia seeds all support healthy hydration and digestion. I think this will be a new staple for Summer/Spring for me, and I hope for you too. This recipe is dairy-free, vegan and gluten free.
Put the coconut water and chia seeds into the blender – allow to soak. Add in the rest of the ingredients and blend to combine. Add in a handful (or whatever amount desired) of ice cubes and blend. Serve immediately!
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*Note: If you are prone to getting canker sores from pineapple, you might want to substitute mango for the pineapple in the smoothie recipe.
Save your pineapple core in the refrigerator or freezer – I am posting a recipe tomorrow that will make use of the core!
Are you one of the millions of people that is doing everything you have been told to do to lose weight, but nothing seems to work?
Or maybe you can manage to lose a few pounds, but just can't seem to keep it off for the long term?
We wouldn't put a broken arm in a sling without resetting it first, so why should we try to lose weight without resetting the metabolism?
And when the metabolism is out of whack – our willpower, hunger hormones, insulin, and cravings are all working against us. It is an uphill battle. Just like we need to reset a broken arm, the real secret to lasting weight loss is to get to the root of the problem –and reset the metabolism.
I wrote The Perfect Metabolism Plan because I knows so many people are working hard to get healthy, they are counting calories, cutting fat, eating less and exercising more. And they are blaming themselves when it doesn't work. But the truth is – many of these approaches are exactly the opposite of what we need to do to reach/maintain a healthy weight, and are very likely making our metabolism AND OUR OVERALL HEALTH worse! I was there myself too –for years I felt like a failure because I just could not control my weight or cravings.
The Perfect Metabolism Plan provides the information you need to get to the root of the issue and get your metabolism working for you again. It is organized into 10 keys that are needed to reset and reboot the metabolism (plus an extra chapter with some "hacks").
The Perfect Metabolism Plan also includes over 50 recipes and a plan for putting it into action. It bust the myths that have gotten so many of us into a state of low energy, poor health, and weight gain – and teaches people what really works to reach and maintain a healthy weight and improve their overall health.
Thank you to Coronado SAFE for inviting me to speak at your 3rd Annual Parenting Conference!
Recently someone whose child has been dealing with a bunch of health issues asked me "Why does kids' health have to be so complicated nowadays?" He has a point:
The statistics are so grim that experts worry that in a few decades there may not be enough healthy individuals to take care of the sick individuals. In fact, this may be the first generation of kids which may not outlive their parents.
Take a walk down the aisle of your average grocery store, and you will see hundreds and thousands of brightly colored and flavor-blasted sodas, chips, cookies, cereals, bars, yogurts, candies, energy and sports drinks, mac n cheese cups, frozen pizzas and dinners, refrigerator doughs, ice creams, and a wide variety of foods specifically designed and marketed towards….our kids.
Seventy four percent of these foods contain added sugars. And far too many of these foods contain artificial colors, flavorings, flavor enhancers, preservatives, monosodium glutamate, trans fats, GMOs, and other ingredients that we don't recognize or know what they are there for.
The question remains – is this even food? Or is it a science experiment? And do we want our kids to be lab rats in a giant experiment?
I know all too well how tempting all this junk food can be for a kid.
Can you guess who that girl is in this photo?
Yep – that was me. I think I was around 12 years old then. Some of my favorite foods were hot dogs and ice cream.
If you had told that girl that she would one day write a book, speak in front of large audiences, and go on TV regularly – all to share her knowledge about nutrition and health – she would have laughed herself silly. You see, when I was that age, I didn't realize that what I ate affected everything – from my energy, to my moods, brain function, digestion, immune system, and my weight. All I cared about was how food tasted. And I frequently reached for things like hot dogs, candy, sodas, cookies, cakes, and chips.
Sure, they might taste good – but in the long term all that junk food can cause tremendous mental and physical pain.
But I am one of the lucky ones – because the majority of overweight children grow up to become overweight/obese adults.
The thing is – it doesn't have to be this way.
I am living proof.
So what can we do to stop this trajectory? The answer is surprisingly simple:
Eat Real Food.
Although it may be simple, it might not be so easy.
Because if you are eating packaged and processed foods, you are getting a lot more sugar, chemicals and GMOs in your diet than you realize.
Here are 5 Tips to Help you Improve Your Family's Diet:
1. Cut way back on added sugar – read Are Our Kids Eating Toxic Amounts of Sugar? for more info.
2. Avoid anything with partially hydrogenated oils (this means there are trans fats).
3. Get the artificial colors out. If it has a color and a number after it, it is an artificial color. Artificial colors have been found to affect attention and behavior in some kids. In fact, in the United Kingdom – if a food has an artificial color, it has to have a label on it that says:
'may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children'
So instead of putting on that label, most manufacturers will use natural colorings instead. For example, if you buy Kraft mac n cheese in the UK, it is made with natural colorings, while the blue box in the US contains artificial colors. There are many other examples of this kind of double standard.
4. Avoid chemicals in foods like mono-sodium glutamate (MSG), flavor enhancers, and preservatives. If you can't pronounce it, or don't know what it is – it probably is a chemical.
5. Eat more plant-based foods – especially vegetables. Studies show that eating more plant-based foods can lower your risk of disease and prolong your life. Shoot for between 7 and 9 servings of plant based foods every day. Or try to fill up half your plate at least twice daily.
Want to learn more about nutrition and health?
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If slideshows aren't in your skill set and part of the services you offer as a photographer you're missing an incredible opportunity. A slideshow is far more than just another service helping to build your income stream. A well-done presentation is about exceeding client expectations and it's so easy to do! While the concept might not be new to you, it's always exciting for the recipients and a key ingredient to making yourself habit-forming.
Photodex Fridays are about ideas to help you build a stronger business. I'm sharing these posts at the end of the week, because many of you are event photographers, and your busiest schedule is over the weekend, especially for weddings. I'm hoping to keep these ideas fresh in your mind with events you having coming up in the next couple of days.
The post below is from the Photodex blog archives, and it's a perfect reminder for this weekend. While the theme is the rehearsal dinner, as you watch it, think about any family event you've been hired to cover. Being a great storyteller might just be the most important part of your career as a photographer. Today's technology helps you enhance every important aspect of telling a client's story.
You'll find lots more helpful content and tips on the Proshow blog.
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ProShow's automatic slideshow tools make it easy to create your own photo slideshow for a special event, rehearsal dinner or wedding reception. Start by adding photos (you can add video clips too). Next — add some music, pick a theme, then click 'Create' to automatically start building your video. It's that simple. Need to customize? No problem – make changes anytime. In a few minutes, you'll have a finished slideshow ready to output to DVD, Blu-ray, HD video file or share online. For rehearsal dinner slideshow tips and an example video, read below.
There are a few 'standard' approaches for selecting what to put in a rehearsal dinner slideshow. The context in which you plan to show the slideshow and also the amount & variety of photos you have to work with will help you decide which approach is the best fit:
1) Childhood / Growing Up – Focus on showing baby & childhood photos of the bride & groom. This type of slideshow requires having a decent selection of photos representing both people. Showing 15-25 photos per bride/groom is a good range to shoot for. If you want, you can personalize the show with captions (dates, etc.), or keep it simple and focused on visuals.
(Note: If you have 20 baby photos of the bride and only 5 baby photos of the groom, we recommend taking one of the alternate approaches below).
3) Mixture of Old & New (from Childhood to the Present) – This last approach is probably the most popular one for rehearsal dinner slideshows. Like the example video above, the story starts with childhood photos (first the bride, then the groom), then it transitions to showing photo memories of the couple together. The transition point between each section is often distinguished by a song change during the slideshow.
Re-touch your photos for best results.
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It is misguided for social workers to target children in their school. I would certainly have raised questions with my local education office had that happened when I was head of a primary school; but that was in the days when school heads had more autonomy as well as the support of the local education authority.
In recent years, the post of Chief Executive to a county council affords more power to petty dictators than that of Clerk to the Council did in bygone times. Increased power has been commensurate with highly inflated salaries for the few. Heads of departments have been retitled directors or managers in county councils across Britain, but this has been achieved at the cost of many jobs, largely among those who worked manually ensuring the smooth working of the grass-root services that were at the heart of all local communities.
Services and jobs have been cut to pay the high salaries needed to accommodate the newly appointed upwardly mobile graduates recruited; these are given the misnomer – efficiency measures, but have resulted in a catalogue of inefficiencies and breakdowns in the social cohesion of our society as communities have lost modes of employment and families have suffered separation in the scramble to find work and accommodation wherever possible.
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The gradual disintegration of communities has been a relentless process throughout the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries that started with the Industrial Revolution, but the abuse of children is much older and more sinister. Much idealism has been advocated and aimed at by well-meaning philanthropists; unfortunately this has too often resulted in the abuse that is now hitting the headlines.
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The dating site was especially created to help mature men and women who are willing to fall in love again. No doubt about the fact, that the website is successfully accomplishing its goal! With over thousands of active members on the portal, you are certain to find a potential match on this love dating site. People of all ages, religion, and country can join the website within seconds and start looking for love again.
Anyone can register on the website for free of cost, browse through the website, search for potential partners and fall in love again. The website provides several membership plans and you can select the one that suits you. When you register on the site, you will get access to thousands of mature partners who want to want to fall in love again. However, ensure that you cancel the membership package when not in use otherwise the subscription will automatically be renewed every month and money will get deducted from your account.
Standard Membership: Registering and creating a profile on the website is available for free of cost to everyone.
Premium membership: They provide numerous membership packages for a minimal amount of fee:
- 1 day trial: $0.5
- 3 days trial: $1
- 10 days trial: $1.2
- 1 month: $9.7
- 3 months: $16.6 (equivalent to $5.5 per month)
Similarly, there are some membership plans that provide extra services to the members. These plans are available for nominal cost. Here are the lists of membership plans that you can select in your package:
- Free communication for $2.3 per month: In this plan, the standard members can email you without being charged at all.
- VIP in search for $3.4 per month: This feature will highlight your profile and showcase you as a VIP in the search results.
- Highlight your profile for $3.4 per month: With this feature, your profile will only be highlighted in the search results.
- Mail backgrounds for $3.4 per month: This feature will make each and every message that you send to the members unique as it will have fancy backgrounds.
- Premium Smiley for $1.3 per month: This feature will let you express your emotions with amazing smiley in your chat messages.
The free membership plan will enable you to use very few features offered on the website as most of the features are available for premium members. The features accessible for standard members have been stated below:
- You can create a profile on the website.
- Their search results will enable you to find a potential partner through their website. You can search by individual criteria.
- You can upload pictures on your profile.
- To make your profile unique, you can fill in some more details like hair color, height, weight, children, etc.
- Their online chat feature will enable you to have conversations with several members.
The paid or premium members can make use of the below mentioned features and services:
- The Trusted Member verification feature is available so that you can diminish the possibility of being contacted by scammers.
- You can search for potential partners on various criteria like location, gender, age, etc.
- You can send and receive unlimited amount of emails, winks, and personal messages.
- You will be notified by email when you receive private messages, winks, emails, etc. by other members.
Privacy and Security
The privacy of the general information provided on your profile is safe and secure. However, their privacy statement suggests that members should not share sensitive details about themselves on their profile. Members should be aware of the fact that sharing credit card details, email ids, contact numbers, etc. can be risky. So, you should be cautious enough while chatting with other members on the portal.
Customer Service
The customer care encourages all members to contact them in case of queries or problems. You can get in touch with them directly by sending a message through their 'contact us' form. Their support system responds back as quickly as possible and is always ready to help their members. Another option to contact them is by sending an email or calling them on the phone number mentioned in the website. You may even find answers to your queries on the Help page of their website.
- They have developed new technologies to mitigate risks of scammers.
- As a member, you can lessen the risk of being contacted by a scammer. This can be done by setting your mail settings to 'receive mail from trusted members only'.
- Their membership packages are reasonably priced.
- The number of members on the website is huge, which makes it easy to find a match.
- People from all over the world can register for free.
The search result is quite limited and filters the basics. If you want to find someone who shares a particular hobby or interest, then it won't be possible on this website.


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5 Highlights From NYFW
What fashionista doesn't dream of walking the streets and viewing the prestigious shows of New York Fashion Week? If you're like me and missed out on the real-life action of this year's fashion, here are 5 highlights from NYFW Spring & Summer 2017.
1. Baja East Bandanas
If there is one thing that stands out about the ready-to-wear SS17 collection by Baja East—its bandanas. Creators, Scott Studenberg and John Targon, are taking the '90s bandana craze into a new era—an era that mixes biker chic and soft grunge with a bad-boy attitude. The key to rocking this look in 2017 is to wear your hair all the way down. Leaving the hair tousled and a bit messy gives the look edge and ease. What Baja East just gave to the fashion world is a way to wear your bedhead in a couture way. I'm sold.
2. North West—Fashionista Extraordinaire
North West is on her fifth fashion week and she's only 3-years-old. Let that sink in. When your dad is one of the most up-and-coming designers this season and your mom is The Kim Kardashian, good fashion is in your genes. North West, otherwise known as Northie, wore everything from baby Yeezy's to a Louis Vuitton bag and a $3,500 fur coat. No doubt will Northie wow us again at the next NYFW.
3. Victoria Beckham's Pajama Party
You better thank the fashion gods for Victoria Beckham's SS17 collection because she just made PJs high fashion. Last season she was all about corsets and this season she continued the underwear as outerwear theme with couture sports bras. The bra tops that she featured were mainly made out of silk and crushed velvet to go along with the pajama theme. Each of the looks was paired with a large tote bag or a draping jacket with a sneaker slash boot combination to make the PJs ready for the streets. Thank you Victoria, Thank you.
4. I Want #TOMMYNOW
On Saturday, Tommy Hilfiger showed off his new collection, which was made in collaboration with Gigi Hadid, called TommyXGigi. The show was on "Tommy Pier" that Hilfiger turned into a carnival full with cotton candy and entertainment. Can you say wow? The show was so special because it was the first shoppable runway made available to the public and it was live streamed all over the world. The entire fashion show catered to the customer as well as the world we live in, where we want everything right away. Oh, and did you see that Roll Neck Sweater? Yeah, that's my next item to reeel in.
5. J.Crew's New Crew
J.Crew did not enlist one top model during the presentation of their new spring and summer line. Instead, J.Crew gathered friends, family, and past and present employees to model their new collection. The models ranged anywhere from 13 to 70-years-old and had all different kinds of body types, none of which were traditionally modelesque. Jenna Lyons, creative director and president of J.Crew wanted to highlight every single model's beauty, body, and style. Audiences that found it refreshing to see "real" people on the runway and applauded J.Crew for their decision.
Sophia Zigmond / Writer