Back to School Sanity Tips for Parents

If you're feeling scattered in 20 different directions this Sept. with the kids back in school and all the extra sporting activities they may be involved in, then perhaps it's time to take a look at planning ahead for a calm and peaceful home.

1) Pre-plan meals at least 2 days in advance and just add a fresh salad or raw cut up veggies.

2) Take vitamins at breakfast (a clinically researched organic Multi for a smorgasbord of nutrients, B-Complex for stress, energy and to absorb the nutrients from your food, Vitamin C for a strong immune system, and Acidophilus for good friendly bacteria to the gut and bowels). Soy Protein powder added to a smoothie with fresh fruit and yogurt offers a nutritious and vitamin powered breakfast on the run.

3) Exercise daily early in the day (if you don't take time for you, no one else will give it to you). Your day is yours, you are in control, take charge and do what is important for your body's health and spirit.

4) Spend quiet time each day for a minimum of 15 minutes, some suggestions are; yoga stretches, meditation, your favourite TV show (not the news), a hobby, or time to really communicate without cell phones and email with a spouse, partner or child.

MAKING EVERYDAY EARTH DAY

With April 22nd being Earth Day, it bring up the question what can I be doing to make a contribution to a healthier planet? The term 'Going Green' can be taking small daily steps to reduce pollution: toxins in the home, amount of garbage you throw out, recycling and driving less.

RECYCLE EVERYTHING: a compost reduces your wet garbage and creates a wonderful bed of future nutrients and natural fertilizer for your garden. All cardboard including cereal, kleenax and all packaging boxes, plastic containers, paper (get a shredder), cans, glass, bottles, newspapers - your weekly garbage can be cut in half. Imagine the reduction of garbage in our landfills if we all did this?

SWITCH BRANDS TO NON-TOXIC AND BIODEGRADABLE HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS:
Did you know you could wash your windows with a spray bottle filled with water and only 2 drops of an organic cleaner called Basic H (made by Shaklee and recommended by Oprah) and get the same results as using windex? No toxins left behind in your air and recycle the same bottle by re-filling. Concentrated laundry cleaners can reduce the number of bottles you throw out or recycle by 80%.

PICK UP GARBAGE: Make it a habit to pick up garbage everytime you see it and teach your children to do the same. Volunteer to do a neighbourhood clean-up.

PLANT TREES AND SHRUBS: Many communities have Community in Bloom projects to help beautify parks and school grounds.

We can all make a difference in the health of our planet by making simple daily choices to 'go green'. Watch for more information on an outdoor ECO WELLNESS FAIR in Red Deer, Sunday, June 14th 1-4 at Bower Ponds. Various displays of earth-friendly products and services, natural healthing methods, fitness demos and a 5km run/walk

SELF EMPLOYED FOR FREEDOM AND EXTRA INCOME

Do you dream of being able to do what you want with your time? With no boss? If you are self-motivated, need income tax deductions and some extra income, perhaps evaluating a home business opportunity would be valuable. It is easy to stay in your comfort zone and do what is expected, but how about saying "what if?" What if you thought outside the box and found something you loved to do from the comfort of your own home? If you could earn unlimited income by tapping into your creativity and marketing skills, then maybe this is something you should explore. Make a list of your skills and of the things you enjoy doing and see if you can match the two together. If currently love what you do, perhaps you could find a way to do your work from home. Less stress; no traffic, work in sweats, eat healthier, with time to exercise and do more of what you love. Check out a network marketing company - especially one in the wellness field which is exploding with anti-aging being a top priority for baby boomers. This industry is poised for massive grown in the next 5 to 10 years! Whether you want to earn an extra $500 per month or replace a full-time income, I encourage you to 'think outside the box' and say 'what if?'


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Avoid Getting Sick with an Optimum Immune System

We are bombarded everyday with information on what we should be doing to keep healthy. The most important part of the keeping healthy formula is a strong immune system, yet the most common to neglect.

Our society has become so programmed for a 'quick fix' to every problem, that another alternative that takes a bit of time to see results is avoided. Your immune system is something you need to build up with daily baby steps, which do take patience and perseverance. Just like your body does not deteriorate overnight, it does not rebuild overnight either.

Building a strong immune system begins with an adequate night's rest, drinking enough water to hydrate the body, exercising daily, eating a healthy diet and supplementing with vitamins proven to build up the body's immunity. Avoid medications as often as possible as they weaken your immune system, and without a strong immune system you are easy prey for any bacterial or viral infection.

The following vitamins are a must for strong immunity: Vitamin A (Beta Carotene), Vitamin C and Vitamin E. By adding a clinically researched multi vitamin, Soy Protein powder and B Vitamins to your breakfast routine, you are armed for the day ahead with a strong defense system ready to attack any unwanted invaders. When you feel like your defenses are down such as a slight tickle in the back of your throat or extreme sudden fatigue, that is your body's way of warning you to slow down and rest.

This is the time to add Echinacea, a powerful immune booster. For an immunity drink, add to a cup of boiling water: 1/2 fresh squeezed lemon, 1 tbsp. honey and 1 Echinacea tea tablet. Sip while in a hot bath filled with Espom Salts, Baking Powder and Ginger spice (these 3 will draw impurities out of the body). Be prepared to sweat lots and follow with a cool shower.

If you follow the above formula, you should enjoy optimum health, however if you choose the 'quick fix' route, including a yearly flu shot, be prepared to suffer the long term side effects later in life. Do some reserach on the ingredients in the flu shot - you may find Thimerosal, a derivative of mercury, which has been linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease.

Your immune system gets stronger with each bacterium it encounters and destroys. Vaccinations prevent this natural process from happening. Do your own research at: www.mercola.com for a more informed decision.

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Your Health is Your Wealth

Many people spend money daily on things that make them unwell, how about taking that $5.00 per day you spend on a coffee, donut or other junk food and invest it in your preventative health care plan instead? For a $5.00 daily investment you can take good quality vitamins and treat yourself to a monthly massage and or Chiropractic adjustment. Preventative health care offers your body insurance or protection from illness. Why wait until are diagnosed with a disease? Take action now to be proactive with your health. You only have one body, where will you live when it dies?