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July 26, 2018
Don’t Let Gluten Intolerance Derail Your Summer Fitness Plan
For some, summer marks the season for showing off all the exercise and healthy choices they’ve committed to this year. On the other hand, for many others, the season can represent an ongoing struggle to reach their fitness goals. There are many variables involved in weight loss, muscle gain and overall physical health: lifestyle choices, age, hormones, genes, thyroid issues, and the list goes on. But let me introduce you to a possible culprit that may surprise you and isn’t always considered in fitness discussions: gluten sensitivity or gluten intolerance.
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Gluten is a protein found primarily in wheat, barley and rye. Celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) are two separate types of gluten-related disorders with increasing numbers of sufferers. Celiac Disease, a condition where eating gluten triggers an autoimmune reaction causing damage to the small intestine, is reported to affect one percent of the population. According to Dr. Allesio Fasano, medical director of the University of Maryland’s Center for Celiac Research, gluten intolerance may affect six to seven percent of the population, and other researchers say it can be even higher.
Whether a person suffers from celiac disease or NCGS, any gluten immune reaction can present itself with similar symptoms. While each individual symptom does not indicate gluten immune intolerance, it is worth looking into if you feel like a few or all of the following symptoms may be hindering your personal summer fitness and wellness goals:
1. Abdominal issues – It should be of no surprise that the following digestive reactions would be at the top of the gluten-sensitivity symptom chain:
Pain or discomfort
Bloating
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Constipation
Nausea
These symptoms can make it uncomfortable to exercise and challenging to maintain a diet plan.
2. Chronic fatigue – CF is a symptom of many disorders and diseases and alone does not indicate gluten sensitivity. However, when coupled with other common symptoms of gluten sensitivities, this could be an indicator of gluten intolerance. When our digestive system is not functioning properly or has autoimmune aggravation, it can result in lack of energy and an overall tired or sluggish feeling. Needless to say, this does not bode well for anyone trying to reach his or her fitness goals.
3. Malabsorption – Autoimmune reactions triggered by gluten sensitivity can result in the body’s inability to properly absorb vitamins and nutrients. While this is usually an indicator of celiac disease—where the gluten protein attacks the small intestine—it has recently been discovered that this condition can occur as a result of NCGS as well. Either way, a lack of any nutrients can throw the body’s digestive function off, resulting in weight gain or loss.
4. Joint Pain – This is a common result of inflammation, which can come from the immune system’s response to fighting off gluten. In the case of gluten sensitivity, the immune system fights the gluten directly. With celiac disease, immune-system miscommunication causes the body to fight off its own tissue, in this case the small intestine villi. The resulting inflammation can cause joint pain, making exercise uncomfortable and painful.
5. Gluten Ataxia – Neurological damage in the brain characterized by the loss of balance and coordination that’s due to gluten consumption can make routine daily activities challenging. Try holding your yoga positions or doing the stair climber with this occurring! Not an easy feat.
6. Depression – Including anxiety, irritability and even ADHD, are common health conditions found amongst people with undiagnosed celiac disease or NCGS. These symptoms can flare within hours of exposure to gluten and last for up to several days. This can cause an extreme hindrance on workout schedules and healthy eating.
7. Brain Fog – Many people who suffer from gluten sensitivity experience trouble thinking clearly, impaired memory, lack of focus or just feeling like they are in a fog. This can make every day activities exceedingly difficult to complete and often results in less time, drive and ability for one to partake in extracurricular activities, such as exercising.
8. Migraines – Along with frequent headaches, migraines are yet another symptom of many medical issues. However, when occurring along with any of the other symptoms mentioned here, migraines can be indicative of gluten intolerance. Try paying attention to the timing of your migraines. If they are occurring on the same day or even the next day, you should be suspect. Migraines can certainly slow individuals down from exercising as well as work and everyday activities.
Because celiac disease and NCGS symptoms can be mistaken for other disorders, they are easy to overlook. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms above and you are having difficulty achieving your fitness goals, it could be worthwhile to get tested for gluten intolerance. Cyrex Laboratories, a clinical laboratory specializing in advanced, innovative testing designed to detect food sensitivities and monitor autoimmune reactivities and their possible triggers, just introduced the new Array 3X – Wheat/Gluten Proteome Reactivity & Autoimmunity Screen. This is an expanded panel of the Array 3 -Wheat/Gluten Reactivity testing with the introduction of four new antigens. It is recommended to speak with your primary care physician, who can determine whether gluten intolerance testing might be right for you.
While a gluten-free diet is not necessarily recommended for general weight loss, it can be the answer for those with a gluten sensitivity that is preventing them from achieving their fitness goals. Determining if gluten is holding you back from a healthy life begins with paying attention to how your body is feeling and finding answers through medical advice and the right testing.
The article Don’t Let Gluten Intolerance Derail Your Summer Fitness Plan by Dr. Chad Larson appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
July 22, 2018
A Mother’s Magazine at your fingertips
by Rachel Duran
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Do you ever find yourself looking for a way to connect to other mothers like yourself?
There are many different kinds of Magazines in the store, and that can get overwhelming.
Do you wish you can come across a magazine content in one place, because in reality- who has time to sit and read?
In this new world we live in, Wouldn’t it be nice to go online and find a magazine that can connect to you and in the process give you great content, and it provides powerful resources you can use in your everyday life?
This fantastic magazine is called Healthy Moms Magazine – the number one health blog for moms it was ranked number #1, you can check it out here.
This magazine has a robust online presence to mothers all over the world. It serves mothers uniquely and lovingly, and it helps them live a simple lifestyle with ease, grace, and happiness.
It gives them the ability to connect and find resources they can use in their own life. If you ever had an idea to blog this is a great place to start. The opportunities here are endless! I am grateful to be part of this fantastic community and magazine! I hope you love the content that you’ll find here and be part of this tremendous movement.
The Founder, Cascia Talbert, is impressive herself: she provides a kind, love and warming welcome to all mothers.
Note from the founder: ” The Healthy Moms Magazine is more than just a health and wellness site. Our talented team of writers, health, and fitness experts, published authors, and moms provide quality content on a wide variety of topics relevant to modern-day moms. Our founder, Cascia Talbert shares her Catholic faith and conservative values on the latest news stories that impact today’s American families in opinion pieces that often trend on social media. Our moms and authors write about positive parenting, healthy pregnancy tips, natural beauty secrets, the latest on fashion trends, how to manage a family budget and save money, personal stories about their Christian faith, preparing simple, healthy meals, and stories about their health and fitness struggles. “
The article A Mother’s Magazine at your fingertips by Rachel Duran appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
The Blue Brain Monster Smoothie
by Rachel Duran
This delicious blue smoothie will give you an energy boost in the morning. It is also high in protein, antioxidants and omega-3s.
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The Blue Brain Monster Smoothie
1 cup blueberries
½ cup pomegranate juice
½ yogurt cup (hint: look for less sugar no more the 9 grams of sugar, plain Greek yogurt)
3 to 4 cubes of ice
1 tbsp. flaxseed
1 tbsp. Chia seeds
Combine all ingredients in a blender and mix to your desired consistency. Food tip: Blend the night before and put in fridge, for grab and go.
NOTE: Between the polyphenols in the blueberries and pomegranate and the omega-3s in the flax and chia seeds, we’re talking serious brain food.
The Blue Brain Monster Smoothie
This delicious blue smoothie will give you an energy boost in the morning. It is also high in protein, antioxidants and omega-3s.
CourseBeverages
CuisineAmerican
Keywordchia seeds, Greek yogurt, smoothie
Servings2 people
Prep Time5-10 minutes
Ingredients
1 cup
Blueberries
1/2cup
pomegranate juice
1/2 cup
plain greek yogurt(hint: look for less sugar no more the 10 grams of sugar, plain Greek yogurt)
3-4
ice cubes
1 tbsp
flaxseeds
1tbsp
chia seeds
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a blender and mix to your desired consistency.
Food tip: Blend the night before and put in fridge, for grab and go.
Recipe Notes
Between the polyphenols in the blueberries and pomegranate and the omega-3s in the flax and chia seeds, we're talking serious brain food.
The article The Blue Brain Monster Smoothie by Rachel Duran appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
July 16, 2018
Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
Chia seeds became popular in the 1970’s in the United States when used in the novelty item, Chia Pets. We all remember the chia pet commercials.
Chia pets were clay figures used like a flower pot to grow chia seeds into a plant. The plant resembled hair or fur.
Fast forward to 2018. Today, chia seeds are considered “superfoods” and known for their health benefits. What are the health benefits of chia seeds? Before we discuss that we must first learn about what they are and the history behind this amazing food.
Chia is a seed from the salvia hispanica plant which is native to Central America. We also get chia seeds from the plant salvia columariae of the Southwest United States and Mexico. The seeds are hydrophilic, which means they absorb water when soaked and they develop a mucilaginous coating. This gives anything made with chia seeds a gel texture.
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History of Chia Seeds
People have been cultivating chia seeds for centuries. The Aztec used chia seeds not only for food but it was also given as an annual tribute by the people to the rulers in 21 of the 38 Aztec provincial states. Historians believe that chia was as important as maize. The Aztecs relied on the consumption of chia seeds to keep their people healthy.
What are the health benefits of chia seeds?
Chia seeds are high in protein. The protein content in chia seeds vary depending on the habitats and climate in which the seed is grown. Chia seeds still have a greater amount of protein than any other grain. Chia is also gluten-free which benefits individuals with celiac disease and gluten intolerance.
Studies have proven that consuming foods rich in protein can help with weight loss. A study conducted by researchers in Denmark revealed that intake of protein equaling 25 percent of the total energy can lead to significant weight loss (Randomized trial on protein vs carbohydrate in ad libitum fat reduced diet for the treatment of obesity, Skov et. all). High protein diets can also help maintain a healthy body weight.
Another study conducted in the Netherlands (Additional protein intake limits weight regain after weight loss in humans, Lejeune, et. all), looked at the effect of a high protein diet versus a low protein diet on 113 overweight men and women who were trying to lose weight. The study was conducted over the course of 4 weeks. One group was given a diet containing 18 percent protein and the other group was given a diet with only 5 percent protein. The group on the high protein diet lost more weight.
According to Wayne Coates, PHD, the author of Chia: The Complete Guide to the Ultimate Superfood[image error], a half a cup of chia seeds can contain up to 24 grams of protein. Chia also contains strontium, which helps our bodies assimilate protein and produce energy.
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Not only is chia high in protein it also contains a complete protein. Chia seeds provide all eight essential amino acids your body needs to make use of the protein. These amino acids are phenylalanine, valine, threonine, tryptophan, methionine, leucine, isoleucine and lysine.
Chia seeds contain high amounts of micronutrients.
Micronutrients or vitamins and minerals, keep your body well-nourished and energetic.
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Eating foods with high levels of vitamins and minerals will also help prevent cravings and overeating.
Calcium
Calcium helps build strong bones and teeth and aids in the cellular process.
Iron
Iron helps carry oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues. If you have iron deficiency you will feel tired, may have pale skin, shortness of breath, headaches and dizziness, and heart palpitations.
Potassium
The body relies heavily on potassium in order to function properly. This mineral helps lower blood pressure, by balancing out the negative effects of salt. Potassium helps the kidneys control the amount of fluid stored in your body. The more fluid, the higher your blood pressure.
Thiamin
Thiamin, or Vitamin B1, plays a critical role in energy metabolism and in the growth, development, and function of cells.
Riboflavin
Also known as Vitamin B2, is an essential component of two major coenzymes, flavin mononucleotide (FMN; also known as riboflavin-5’-phosphate) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD). These coenzymes play major roles in energy production; cellular function, growth, and development; and metabolism of fats, drugs, and steroids.
Niacin
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is a precursor of the coenzymes nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) and NAD phosphate (NADP), which are involved in many biological redox reactions. This vitamin helps lower the body’s cholesterol levels, stabilizes blood sugar, helps the body process fats, and is thought to help protect the brain against age-related cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease. Niacin also has antioxidant properties and prevents oxidative stress.
Folate
Folate, also known as folic acid or Vitamin B9, supports red blood cell production, helps cell production, supports brain health and allows your nerves to function properly.
Phosphorus
Phosphorus is a mineral that works with the B vitamins to help with the formation of bones and teeth. It also plays an important role in how the body uses carbohydrates and fats. Your body needs phosphorus to make protein for the growth, maintenance, and repair of cells and tissues. This mineral can also help with kidney function, muscle contractions, heart health, and nerve signaling.
Magnesium
This mineral is essential to all living cells. Over 300 enzymes require the presence of magnesium in order to function. Magnesium is required for energy production, oxidative phosphorylation, and glycolysis. It contributes to the structural development of bone and is required for the synthesis of DNA, RNA, and the antioxidant glutathione. Magnesium also plays a role in the active transport of calcium and potassium ions across cell membranes, a process that is important to nerve impulse conduction, muscle contraction, and normal heart rhythm.
Zinc
Zinc helps your body in many different ways. It supports blood sugar balance, metabolic rate, aids in wound healing, and helps the immune system and nervous system function properly. Zinc also supports normal growth and development during pregnancy, childhood, and adolescence. Zinc is also required for proper sense of taste and smell.
Selenium
Selenium helps boost your immune system and prevents oxidative stress and inflammation. This trace element also plays a critical role in reproduction, thyroid hormone metabolism, DNA synthesis, and preventing infections.
Copper
Copper is a mineral that helps maintain the health of bones, connective tissues, skin and the thyroid gland. It also helps your body utilize iron properly.
Mangenese
Mangenese is a mineral that helps your body maintain normal blood sugar levels, protects your cells from free radical damage, and supports bone health. It also assists your body to utilize many key nutrients including, thiamin, biotin and Vitamin C.
Chia Seeds Contain Phytonutrients
What are phytonutrients? Wayne Coats explains it best.
“Chia is famous for its phytonutrients, plant chemicals that contain protective, disease-preventing compounds. The phytonutrients found in chia include quercetin, kaempferol, myricetin, chlorogenic acid, and caffeic acid. Their role is to protect the plant from disease, injuries, insects, drought, excessive heat, ultraviolet rays, and poisons or pollutants in the air or soil. In other words, they form part of the plant’s immune system. And what they do for plants they can do for us.
Although phytochemicals are not yet classified as nutrients, researchers have identified these plant chemicals as important guardians of good health. They help prevent disease and have been shown to ward off at least four of the leading causes of modern death in Western countries: cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and hypertension,” Wayne Coats, PHD.
Chia Seeds are High in Fiber
Eating foods rich in fiber can help you feel fuller so you eat less and help you have regular bowel movements. There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Both are important for a healthy diet. Soluble fiber acts like a sponge. It absorbs water in the intestines and forms a gluey gel that picks up cholesterol and carries it out of the body.
Insoluble fiber acts like a broom because it doesn’t dissolve in water. It adds bulk and softness to the stools and keeps them moving along comfortably preventing constipation. It is recommended to consume about 25-35 grams of fiber per day.
Chia Fresca
This ancient beverage has been used as an endurance booster by many people living in Central America, Mexico and the American Southwest. Chia fresca is a simple healthy sports drink. Refreshing and filling, Chia Fresca supplies a slow, steady supply of energy. This drink is enjoyed by long-distance runners. You can also substitute coconut water for a quick dose of electrolytes.
CourseBeverages
Keywordchia fresca, chia seeds, sports drink
Servings1 serving
Prep Time15 minutes
Ingredients
1tablespoon
chia seeds
8-10oz
water or coconut water
1
lemon or limejuiced
Natural sweetener of your choiceoptional
Instructions
Add chia seeds to glass of water, stirring until combined. Drink immediately if desired, or set aside for up to 10 minutes to allow the seed to form a gel. Add lemon or lime juice and sweetener to the chia mixture, stirring until combined. Drink immediately or let stand until mixture becomes gel-like.
Recipe Notes
Recipe Source: Chia The Complete Guide to the Ultimate Superfood
Chia Seeds are High in Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are very important in preventing and managing heart disease. According to research, a diet rich on omega-3 fatty acids can help to lower blood pressure, reduce trigycerides, slow the development of plaque in the arteries, reduce the chance of abnormal heart rhythm and reduce the likelihood of a heart attack or stroke.
Chia Seeds Can Help You Lose Weight
Chia seeds encourage you to eat less. These miracle seeds fill you up, literally. Chia swells up in your stomach up to 12 times its original mass, which makes you feel full. It also lowers blood sugar levels, which can reduce or even eliminate cravings for unhealthy foods.
A 6-month study concluded that people that consumed chia regularly had lost more weight than those on a control diet. They also lost more belly fat than those that did not eat chia seeds. The results of the study supported the idea that chia seeds can help promote weight loss and improvement of obesity related risk factors.
The Oil from Chia Seeds Helps with Skincare
The Aztecs used the oil from pressed chia seeds to heal and moisturize the skin. You can add it to your skincare routine to heal dry cracked skin.
Chia Seeds are Gluten-Free
Chia contains no gluten which is great for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. When chia is milled the “flour” can be used in gluten-free baking.
Chia Seeds Help Fight Cancer
Chia has high levels of antioxidants which can help supercharge and protect cells from DNA damage. One or two spoonfuls of chia seeds per day can help a cancer patient prevent further cell mutations, as well as slow already-mutating cells, aiding more conventional cancer treatments.
The omega-3 fatty acids found in chia seeds also help fight and prevent cancer. Wayne Coats states that, “In 2007, researchers at the Universidad Nacional de Cordoba, in Cordoba, Argentina, studied the effect of this fatty acid on breast cancer tumors. The findings, which were published in the July 2007 issue of Journal of Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids, showed that the omega-3 fatty acid in chia helped shrink existing tumors and prevent metastasizing.
Chia Seeds can Help Lower Blood Pressure
In 2007, researchers from the University of Toronto looked at chia’s benefits to heart health. They fed 21 diabetics a supplement made from chia or grains with similar fiber content. After three months the blood pressure in the patients taking the chia supplement dropped an average of 5-10 points. The group that took the other supplement did not see changes in their blood pressure.
Chia and Fruit Yogurt
Chia seeds add an extra nutritious punch to Greek yogurt. This simple recipe makes a delicious filling breakfast all on its own or as an accompaniment to your favorite cereal.
CourseBreakfast
CuisineAmerican
Keywordchia seeds, fruit, Greek yogurt
Servings1 serving
Prep Time5 minutes
Ingredients
1cup
Plain or Vanilla Low-Fat Greek Yogurt
1tablespoon
chia seeds
1/4cup
fresh fruitsliced or chopped
Instructions
Mix chia seeds with yogurt. Top with your favorite fresh fruit or berries. Serve as a snack, healthy dessert or with breakfast.
Chia Seeds can Lower Cholesterol
There hasn’t been any formal studies on the effects of chia seeds on human cholesterol, however, studies in rats have shown that chia reduces blood fat and increases good cholesterol levels.
Chia Seeds Help Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar Levels
The gel made from chia seeds surrounds carbohydrates during digestion. This slows the release of those carbohydrates into the blood stream which helps moderate blood sugar levels. A study conducted in 2007 was reported in Diabetes Care Magazine that looked at 20 people with Type 2 diabetes. They were given 37 grams of chia seed a day (3 tablespoons) for 12 weeks. The study concluded that chia seeds helped control their blood sugar and improved their cardiovascular health.
Chia Seeds Can Help Fight Fatigue and Give You Energy
Because chia seeds are high in important nutrients they help you sustain energy. Long distance runners take chia seeds as a supplement to help give them the energy they need to run efficiently at peak performance.
Chia Seeds can Combat Inflammatory Conditions
The antioxidants found in chia seeds strengthen your immune system and prevent your cells from over-reacting. Omega-3’s in chia seeds help decrease inflammation which normalizes the area.
Chia Seeds Help with Brain, Nervous System and Mood Disorders
Research has proven that omega-3 fatty acids found in chia seeds help nourish the brain and create a sense of calm and focus. B-Vitamins found in chia seeds also aid in creating a sense of calm and focus and they help the nervous system to work more efficiently. The amino acid Tryptophan is also found in chia seeds. Tryptophan is known to help the brain create serotonin and melatonin, two feel-good neurotransmitters.
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Conclusion
Including chia seeds in your diet can help you maintain optimal health. They are full of vitamins and minerals, protein, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. Chia seeds have been cultivated for centuries and were an important staple in the Aztec culture. This superfood can be added as a topping for yogurt, smoothies and desserts, milled for a gluten-free flour, made into a gel to add to other recipes, or just eaten raw as an energy booster. Chia seeds are easy to incorporate into any diet.
Sources:
Chia: The Complete Guide to the Ultimate Superfood[image error], by Wayne Coats, PHD
Randomized trial on protein vs carbohydrate in ad libitum fat reduced diet for the treatment of obesity, Skov et. all
Additional protein intake limits weight regain after weight loss in humans , Lejeune, et. all
Wikipedia.org, Salvia hispanica
Science Direct, Salba-chia (Salvia hispanica L.) in the treatment of overweight and obese patients with type 2 diabetes: A double-blind randomized controlled trial, V.Vuksanabcde, A.L.Jenkinsa, C.Brissetteac, L.Cholevaac, E.Jovanovskiac, A.L.Gibbs, et.all
The article Health Benefits of Chia Seeds by Cascia Talbert appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
Chia and Fruit Yogurt
Chia seeds add an extra nutritious punch to Greek yogurt. This simple recipe makes a delicious filling breakfast all on its own or as an accompaniment to your favorite cereal.
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Chia and Fruit Yogurt
Chia seeds add an extra nutritious punch to Greek yogurt. This simple recipe makes a delicious filling breakfast all on its own or as an accompaniment to your favorite cereal.
CourseBreakfast
CuisineAmerican
Keywordchia seeds, fruit, Greek yogurt
Servings1 serving
Prep Time5 minutes
Ingredients
1cup
Plain or Vanilla Low-Fat Greek Yogurt
1tablespoon
chia seeds
1/4cup
fresh fruitsliced or chopped
Instructions
Mix chia seeds with yogurt. Top with your favorite fresh fruit or berries. Serve as a snack, healthy dessert or with breakfast.
The article Chia and Fruit Yogurt by Cascia Talbert appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
Chia Fresca
[image error]This ancient beverage has been used as an endurance booster by many people living in Central America, Mexico and the American Southwest. Chia fresca is a simple healthy sports drink. Refreshing and filling, Chia Fresca supplies a slow, steady supply of energy. This drink is enjoyed by long-distance runners. You can also substitute coconut water for a quick dose of electrolytes.
Chia Fresca
This ancient beverage has been used as an endurance booster by many people living in Central America, Mexico and the American Southwest. Chia fresca is a simple healthy sports drink. Refreshing and filling, Chia Fresca supplies a slow, steady supply of energy. This drink is enjoyed by long-distance runners. You can also substitute coconut water for a quick dose of electrolytes.
CourseBeverages
Keywordchia fresca, chia seeds, sports drink
Servings1 serving
Prep Time15 minutes
Ingredients
1tablespoon
chia seeds
8-10oz
water or coconut water
1
lemon or limejuiced
Natural sweetener of your choiceoptional
Instructions
Add chia seeds to glass of water, stirring until combined. Drink immediately if desired, or set aside for up to 10 minutes to allow the seed to form a gel. Add lemon or lime juice and sweetener to the chia mixture, stirring until combined. Drink immediately or let stand until mixture becomes gel-like.
Recipe Notes
Recipe Source: Chia The Complete Guide to the Ultimate Superfood
The article Chia Fresca by Cascia Talbert appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
July 12, 2018
Baby Names Inspired By The World Cup
by Kerri Haack
The World Cup is well under way. What team are you rooting for? If you or anyone in your family loves it, it just might be the perfect inspiration for that little bun in your oven!
USA Today put together a list of the Top 50 World Cup players. We’ve helped take a look at their top 5 picks and found names that can honor those players if you are expecting a boy or a girl!
Cristiano Ronaldo
The number one player on their list is the infamous and amazing Ronaldo from Portugal. Are you a fan of Cristiano, but also about to have a girl? is a great substitute. Of course, you can always honor the player by not using his name, instead one of his children’s names, , or . He’s a mega-player, and if you or your family are mega-fans, any of these would be great options.
Lionel Messi
Next up on the USA Today list is Messi from Argentina. He may be considered by some to be the greatest player of all time. Certainly he has skills, having scored over 600 goals for club and country. Lionel is a great name that can be considered for a boy or girl. Lionel also has three sons, named , another and , which can all be great ways to honor this amazing player. And considering two World Cup soccer players have sons named Mateo, seems like a name that will only inspire more greatness to come!
Mohamed Salah
Salah from Egypt is USA Today’s #3 pick of the top 50 players. He plays for the Liverpool club, where he has received numerous accolades. He’s been the top scorer for Egypt and had hopes of taking them far. Fans of Mohamed may appreciate his daughter’s name, in order to pay homage to this hard-working and tactical player.
Kevin De Bruyne
Considered one of the smartest players on the planet, De Bruyne from Belgium is great inspiration for any baby. He has helped keep Belgium alive in this year’s World Cup. If you find yourself a fan of this playmaker, the derivative can be used for boy or girl. His son’s name, , can also be considered as a way to show your appreciation to this skilled soccer star.
Neymar
Last, but certainly not least in this field of players, is Neymar da Silva Santos Junior (who sometimes just goes by Neymar). He’s a Brazilian soccer sensation with a very unique name. His name is considered a Brazilian invention, potentially a combination of and . This phenomenal striker has a son named , which could be used as a name for a boy or girl.
If World Cup soccer is big at your house, or you think you could be growing a World Cup player, any of these names would be inspired choices. We’re enjoying watching the action and the drama unfold – we hope you are too!
The article by Kerri Haack appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
July 10, 2018
Get Healthy and Active With Your Family during National Picnic Month
It’s July and the kids are out of school, so that means you’ve got some high-energy youngsters and a wealth of family time. It’s also National Picnic Month, making it the perfect time to eat healthy, get active and focus on hydration. Use this to your advantage to spend quality time outdoors with your family, creating memories that will last you long past the summer months.
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Family Standing in Front of Home — Image by © Corbis
Good Nutrition & Family Cooking
Get the whole family involved in planning a picnic. Start by taking a trip to the grocery store to purchase fresh produce and healthy snacks. In terms of cooking and picnic prep, there are several ways you can get your kids involved in the process.
These can include:
Measuring and pouring ingredients
Stirring, mixing and combining ingredients
Gathering ingredients: kids can fetch things you need from the fridge or the pantry
Clean-up: kids can easily use a mop or a handheld dustpan if they’re old enough
Packing the picnic basket: tell them they each get to pick one healthy thing to bring
Fitness
Picnics are also an opportunity to incorporate family fitness. Set aside time during the picnic where everyone puts down their phones and gets up for an activity. This can be as simple as playing a game of catch, tag or kicking a ball around. Maybe even suggest a 15-minute walk around the park. If you want to make a day out of it, consider bringing everyone’s bicycles and take short rides together throughout the day. Mix it up by bringing a picnic to the local pool. Swim some laps while your kids play pool games and refuel after with a nutritious lunch or snack.
If your kids are in summer sports leagues and typically go in a group to get fast food or pizza after practice and games, propose a team picnic, where everyone packs a healthy meal to eat together on the field. It’s likely that the other parents will thank you, and you’ll all be healthier for it.
Live in a place where it’s not so hot and sunny outside? Fitness is still possible indoors. Create a mock picnic set-up with a couple blankets on the living room floor and have family jumping jacks or jump rope challenges. These are movements that are typically considered fun but actually provide some of the best cardio.
Hydration
As the temperatures rise and the [image error]summer days get longer, hydration should also be a major focus, especially if you’re picnicking outside. Getting enough water is crucial to your health because your body is actually about 60-70% water. Water is key to digestion, food elimination and basically every bodily function. It controls your body temperature, maintains energy levels and ensures your muscles and joints work smoothly. Drinking the proper amount of water every day can seem like a daunting task, or just something else on your to-do list but it doesn’t have to be.
Luckily, hydration is not limited to just water. In fact, it can be easy to hydrate with some of your favorite summer foods, like the watermelon and cucumbers from the farmers’ market! This doesn’t mean that you can eat these foods as a replacement for water but that does mean that these are excellent choices for supplementing your daily water intake. These are also surprising sources of hydration for your kids, who might need to be prompted with reminders to get enough water. Kids are not always interested in drinking plain water and instead tend to prefer things like juice and soda. Ease the transition from these not-so-healthy options by adding fruit slices or fun-shaped ice cubes to their water to make it tastier and more fun.
Post Activity Nutrition
After the family wraps up their activity, they’re more than likely going to be hungry. We recommend packing an Herbalife Nutrition Protein Bar Deluxe to help with mindless snacking. The Protein bars are a great choice for a picnic, especially after getting active as they help to fill you up and build lean muscle.
For more healthy tips from Susan check out Discover Good Nutrition.
The article Get Healthy and Active With Your Family during National Picnic Month by Susan Bowerman, M.S., RD, CSSD, CSOWM, FAND – Director, Worldwide Nutrition Education and Training, Herbalife Nutrition appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
July 4, 2018
What is trending in the news? Editorial
The article What is trending in the news? Editorial by Cascia Talbert appeared first on Healthy Moms Magazine.
Stay Healthy When You Go Abroad
by Guest Author
A vacation is supposed to be a time to relax, but you don’t want to turn a period of relaxation into a period of worry. This means taking care of yourself by investing in your health before you travel, as well as making sure that you keep healthy when you are abroad.
Before Your Flight
As a note, the information here is not a substitute for a doctor’s help. One of the first things that you should do before traveling with a health issue is see one. Not only do they know your health history better than anyone, but they are in a position to give good personalized health advice.
If you are flying by air, you may want to reevaluate traveling by air if you are dealing with one of the following issues for safety reasons.
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Will be taking a baby less than 48 hours (2 days) old.
Have passed 36 weeks of pregnancy (or 32 weeks if you are carrying twins, triplets, etc.)
Have recently had any type of surgery, especially stomach, brain, eye, or orthopedic (bone and joint) surgery. Check with your doctor to see when it is safe for you to travel.
Have had a recent stomach, eye, or head injury. Check with your doctor to see when it is safe for you to travel.
Have had a recent heart attack or stroke.
Along with these are preexisting conditions, which include the following.
Any disease that you can easily spread to other people. This will vary, but there are several resources that help you determine what qualifies as contagious.
Swelling of the brain caused by bleeding, injury, or infection.
Chest pain.
Sickle cell disease.
Severe sinus, ear, or nose infections.
Severe chronic respiratory diseases, breathlessness at rest, or a collapsed lung.
Psychotic illness except when fully controlled.’
Depending on your illness, you may not be able to get on the plane. Several of the issues here may also apply even if you aren’t flying. It may be difficult to postpone that dream vacation, but no trip is worth putting an excess risk on your health.
During Your Trip
Every bit as important as preparing before your trip is staying healthy during your trip. Every region of the world has its unique risks, but here are some common situations you may encounter:
Diarrhea: This is probably the most common travel health issue, but having good practices on your end can make it easy to keep this from happening. The most common cause of travel diarrhea is contaminants in food. Try to avoid tap water, ice, as well as food washed in tap water. If you end up getting caught with diarrhea, be sure to invest in electrolyte drinks and other water to make up for the water you are losing. You may also need antibiotics in serious cases.
Respiratory Infections: This is as simple as a cold, and can happen with just about any place with a cold climate. In general, you may be able to power through, but keeping decongestants with you may be able to help you with these issues. In addition, keeping hydrated and getting plenty of rest will help your body’s natural capacity to recover.
Dental Issues: “Dental issues can quickly turn a dream trip into a nightmare. Therefore, a little oral care before your trip can go a long way. Loose dental work, fillings, cavities and chipped teeth are all examples of ways that things can go wrong”, says Dr. Michael Juban of JubanDental.com. If you have potential areas of risk (like fillings and dental work), it may not be a bad idea to schedule a dental visit a week or two before you leave. There are also a few home remedies that can help you deal with issues temporarily. These include clove oil for mouth pain and warm salt water rinses to keep problem areas clean.
If you plan on staying somewhere for a prolonged period of time, it may also be a good idea to see what type of health providers are in the area, like a hospital or emergency dentist. Hopefully, there would be no need for their services, but it’s a good idea to be prepared, especially if you are engaging in activities that have some level of risk or have preexisting conditions. However, if you do so, be sure that you are looking up credible medical professionals. In some cases, it may make more sense to wait until you get home if you are on a short trip and don’t have a viable option.
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