10 Small Changes with Big Health Payoffs

By Sarah Jio, Womansday.com
Fri, Jun 11, 2010

1. Floss more often.

According to Robert Emami, DDS, chief of staff at Dental Specialties, a multispecialty practice in Randolph, Massachusetts, a simple piece of nylon string can have dramatic effects on a woman’s overall health. “Flossing is one of the easiest, quickest ways to remove bad bacteria from your body,” he says. “Plaque and bacteria are constantly building up in areas of the teeth that brushing does not get to. If plaque accumulates, it eats away the bone that holds the teeth in place.” Oral bacteria, he adds, can enter the bloodstream; studies have shown that such harmful bugs could exacerbate diabetes and hypertension, and even lead to premature births.

2. Eat every 2 to 3 hours during the day.

Think you’re a saint for going on a long hunger strike at work? If…. (read more)

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10 Ways You’re Getting Ripped Off

10 Ways You’re Getting Ripped Off

by Forbes, Edited by Brett Nelson

Think you’re not getting a fair shake? Here’s how bad it really is.

Economists call them “market inefficiencies”–those periods when the price of something veers from its underlying, inherent value. Consumers on the short end of these misalignments call them rip-offs.

We’re not talking fraud here, though there’s plenty of that going around, too. We’re talking about all the ways, within the law, that we allow ourselves to be taken for a ride….(read more)

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50 Ways to Boost Your Energy Without Caffeine

I recently rely on coffee/tea too much, so I found a very helpful article to boost my energy without adding more caffeine to my body :



50 Ways to Boost Your Energy Without Caffeine (by Noebd)

While many people find caffeinated beverages to be an easy way to wake up in the morning or anytime during the day when sluggishness strikes, the reality is that while caffeine does offer some benefits, it can have a lot of negative side effects as well. When you come to rely on caffeine to get going you can experience many symptoms of withdrawal if you don’t get your daily fix. Some of these symptoms include headaches, irritability and even an upset stomach. Why deal with all that when there are other ways to boost your energy that don’t require any help from caffeine? Try out some of these suggestions from medical experts to give you a boost when you’re feeling sleepy or to prevent tiredness altogether.

Basics

Give these basic techniques a try for increased energy throughout the day.

1. Turn on the lights. Your body responds naturally to changes in light, so if it’s unnaturally dark where you’re working or sleeping it may make staying alert a lot harder. Try keeping your blinds open a bit so you’ll wake up naturally in the morning or adding a few extra lights to your workspace to keep you from feeling sleepy throughout the day.
2. Get more sleep at night. Many people try to get by on a lot less sleep than they really need. While each person’s needs will differ, 7-8 hours a night is a good goal, and will help you feel more rested and better able to concentrate on anything throughout the day.
3. Examine your emotions. Stress, depression and other negative emotions can take a heavy toll on your energy levels. Your exhaustion may have a lot to do with how you’re feeling mentally, so take the time to deal with your emotions or get help if you need it.
4. Exercise. While it may seem counterintuitive…. read more

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101 Simple Meals - Ready in 10 minutes or Less

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