Find Out Which Vitamin Is A Cure For Which Diseases?

  Health benefits of vitamins include their ability to prevent and treat various diseases, including heart problems, high cholesterol levels, disorders of the eyes and skin. Most vitamins also help to many mechanisms of the body and perform functions that are not performed by any other nutrients.

Vitamins can be consumed in various ways. Usually vitamins are obtained through the food we eat, but depending on your cultural traditions or the kitchen, it is possible that they will not be present in large numbers in any natural vitamins.

  Therefore, the diet industry makes dietary supplements that can boost the vitamin content in your body.

  Multivitamins are often considered as one of the best options to improve the overall balance of your body, especially if you have a job or lifestyle that often causes you to miss regular meals, eat at odd times, or often eat the same food.

  Vitamin A or Retinolis useful in treating disorders of the eyes, acne, skin diseases and infections, as well as accelerating the healing process of wounds. It is also good to prevent macular degeneration and cataracts, and as carotenoids also help to improve the health of your hair.

  Vitamin B1 or Thiaminecan prevent beriberi, heart disease, and indigestion, and strengthens the body's metabolism, blood circulation and brain development. Positive relationships with B1 and B2 and B3 with, made these vitamins essential for older patients who need extra nutrition or those who are at high risk of dementia or Alzheimer's disease.

  Vitamin B2 or Riboflavinhelps in treating cataracts, skin disorders and anemia, and also improve the metabolic activity of the body, immune and nervous system.

  Vitamin B3 or Niacincan reduce weakness, digestion, skin diseases, migraine, heart disorders, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and diarrhea.

  Vitamin B5 or Pantothenic acidcan reduce stress, arthritis, various infections, skin diseases, graying hair and high cholesterol.

  Pyridoxine or Vitamin B6is beneficial in treating diabetes, hemorrhoids, convulsions, excessive menstrual bleeding, stress, insomnia, morning sickness and travel sickness.

 

  Vitamin B7 or Biotincan cure skin diseases, improve the body's metabolism and strengthen hair care.

  Vitamin B9 or Folic acidis very powerful against anemia, digestion, abnormal growth of the brain, skin diseases and gout, and increases the number of red blood cells. Mainly related to neural tube defects and are increasingly studied in relation to inhibition of homocysteine levels and thus protecting us against coronary heart disease.

  Vitamin B12 or cyanocobalaminreduces symptoms and side effects of anemia, smoking, pregnancy, disorders of the liver and kidneys and ulcers in the mouth. When combined with adequate amounts of B6 and folic acid, B12 is essential in the defense against various heart diseases, including strokes.

  Vitamin C or Ascorbic acidparticipates in the treatment of various eye disorders, cancer, scurvy (lack of vitamin C and reopening of the already healed wounds) common cold, infections, diabetes, stress, high blood cholesterol, heart disorders, high blood pressure disorders of the kidneys, internal bleeding, hemorrhoids, ulcers of the cornea, inflammation, and lead poisoning, and at the same time strengthens the immune system. 

 

  In recent years, also associated with the prevention of cognitive decline and cerebrovascular disease. He is one of the most powerful and essential antioxidants that we have in our body.

  Vitamin E or tocopherolis often used for its anti-aging properties and as a way to strengthen the skin care and protection from heart disease, infertility, brain dysfunction, menopause, painful menstrual cycles and disorders of the eyes, and improve blood circulation.

  Vitamin K is an important vitamin to prevent internal bleeding, biliary obstruction, osteoporosis, excessive menstruation and menstrual pain, including the ability to fight blood clots. Also, is associated with bone metabolism, prevent atherosclerosis, improved nerve signaling, and kidney stones.

Corporate Wellness Debate

From a company HR department to employees about their wellness program and related communications.

Sadly, I'm not surprised some naysayers were vocal with their petty grievances (I mean shoot you can just delete the email and instead of stressing and taking your "valuable" time to send a negative comment...how about go for a walk or take a deep breath to reduce your stress?) and so appreciate her thoughtful reply.

Subject: Another Annoying Wellness Email

Body: That’s right, another one… why do we bother?

Well, I’ve gotten feedback that some employees feel that our Wellness Program is a waste of time and effort and that some find the communication a bother. I want to assure you that there are important reasons for all this Wellness “stuff.”

Actually closer to a $million reasons – as that was the initial amount of our insurance cost increase earlier this year. Due to the health status and claims utilization of our organization, we were facing a very large renewal increase. I don’t know about you, but if given the choice of spending another million dollars towards insurance—and that cost increase would be shared by the company and employees—or spending those same company assets instead on merit increases, stronger 401(k) match and more wellness activities, I know where I would like those dollars to go.

And we DID fund those other items – we did increase our 401(k) match and had merit increases at [our company] in part because we were able to significantly reduce our insurance renewal. How did we do that? A big factor was how [our insurance company] viewed our wellness program and associated activities: biometrics so employees know their health numbers and can take actions to improve; step challenges to show we are increasing our activity levels; and they especially valued wellness incentive focus. By showing our commitment to improving the overall health of our employees, we were able to negotiate with them and reduced our renewal substantially.

[Our company] also needs healthy, productive employees to be successful. The company is committed to helping you reach better levels of health which brings benefits to both you and us. We are focusing on activities that are good for everyone but that also target the areas identified as needing serious attention: prevention and management of chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes, improving eating habits and increasing fitness levels, and better stress management.

We know that a wellness program won’t “cure” all of our current claim issues. Prevention isn’t going to immediately help someone who is already battling cancer or who has had a heart attack. Thankfully, just a small part of our population is experiencing these serious health situations that are so difficult to fight and tend to have high medical expenses. But, a much bigger part of our population has health conditions that, if not attended to, may turn into conditions that are personally and financially challenging.

As we reported earlier in the year on our Wellness Report Card:

· 22% of employees have high blood pressure that is not yet being managed by medication or behavior modification.

· 64% of employees have a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 25 or higher putting them at risk for weight related health issues.

· 25% of employees report that they have high levels of stress.
These aren’t folks in the hospital (yet) causing large claims – these are folks who have a chance to NOT be the next heart attack or dialysis patient. Knowing the numbers of your blood pressure, your waist circumference, your cholesterol levels, etc. are the first steps in preventing a bad outcome for you later. This is where our Wellness Program comes into play. We want to help you improve your health by providing data, information, resources and opportunities to take action, prevent future health issues and have accountability for your own health.

The promise of an employer to create a culture of wellness is not a waste of time or money – it’s a risk management approach that has positive outcomes by creating healthy, happy and more productive employees who also see the benefit of improved health in their lives outside of work and with their families.

So, why Wellness? Wasted time and a bother? Not when you see behind-the-scenes and realize how important your health is to us all.

Fitness Treatment According To Your Blood Type

 Thinking about whether to go to do aerobics, yoga or dance? See which physical activity is appropriate for your blood type. Scientific studies have shown that you should choose the type of sport according to your blood type. Thus, to the zero blood group corresponding intensive sports, while those with blood type "AB" is not recommended to have excessive physical activities, but moderation in all aspects. 

 

Zero blood group

  If you are zero blood type, then you are big advocates of physical activity, fitness or exercise. You love sport and not miss a single moment to exercise to exhaustion. Your body needs physical effort, otherwise you are dispirited and can easily get weight. Also, you try to achieve certain results, and you want to win the game.

  Ideal exercises for you are the ones in working group: aerobics, exercises for body shaping, dance, martial arts...

Blood group type A

  To your blood type are corresponding team sports. Well agree with colleagues, you know to deal with any potential conflict or misunderstanding and through sports activities to resolve stress, but also to make new friends, to find like-minded people too.

  You fit, yoga, swimming, gymnastics, brisk walking, cycling, skating. Forget sports that require difficult, exhausting training, because it's just not for you.

Blood group type B

  If you have this blood type, then you are great individualist. In sports, like in life, you are unpredictable and behave as you please. It can happen at key moments to leave friends stranded or otherwise, to rescue the situation when it is least expected of you. You like sports where you can practice all alone but and in a group too, so to combine, in a group exercise yoga, but jog alone.

Blood group type AB

  This blood type has a small number of people. You are balanced and calm, and your reactions are a bit slower, so sports that require quick reflexes and quick responses are not for you. Regardless of that you move and you like long walks. Do not limit yourself to the fitness club, because it will quickly become bored to you. Exercise outside in the fresh air. You're type for running, vigorous walking, cycling or roller skating and skiing.

An Orange Autumn Enjoyment

 Orange is a powerful color that represents enthusiasm, determination, creativity, happiness, success, stimulation and fascination.

  Orange is the color of autumn, and is associated with healthy food. It is said that this color leads people to think about food and stimulate hunger.

  Plenty of orange food is all you need for this season. Therefore, we recommend the top three incredibly attractive and equally delicious and healthy orange products.

Carrots

  Carrots are very nutritious and healthful vegetables that can significantly contribute to improving our health.

  They are a rich source of beta -carotene (a powerful antioxidant that participates in blocking harmful oxidizing processes in the body, one of pro-vitamins of vitamin A). One study found that people who consume more carrots have 40% lower risk of degenerative eye diseases, particularly macular degeneration, unlike others. 

 100 grams of fresh carrot has 41 k cal, a negligible amount of fat, provides 8285 mcg of beta-carotene and 16.706 IU of vitamin A. It also has high levels of vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin K, biotin, fiber, copper, calcium, potassium, manganese and phosphorus. Regularly consuming of carrots may help reduce the risk of premature aging (wrinkles, acne, dry skin, age spots), heart disease, stroke, breast cancer, lung cancer and colon cancer.

Sweet potato

 

  Sweet potato is a super cheap healthy food low in sugar, and the concentration of fiber is high. Not gaining weight, but gives energy and it is recommended in the diet of diabetics.

  It offers a wealth of vitamin C (to boost the immune system), vitamin E (prevents aging of the skin), vitamin B-6 (for metabolism of nutrients into energy, especially protein), vitamin A (important for good eyesight, healthy skin, hair), vitamin D (essential for strong bones and teeth) and minerals - potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron. The ingredients of sweet potato positively affect brain activity, help to prevent heart attacks, stroke, stress, resistance to infections, asthma, arthritis, gout, colon cancer etc..

Pumpkin

  Pumpkin is a unique orange fruit without which it is difficult to imagine the autumn table.

  It can be consumed boiled, fried or baked. One cup of mashed pumpkin has 49 k cal, 12 gr. carbohydrates, 3gr.of fiber,2 gr. proteins, 37 mg of calcium, 22 mg magnesium, 1.4 mg iron, 1 mg zinc, 0,50 mg selenium, 12 mg vitamin C, 3 mg of vitamin E and 2,650 IU of vitamin A. 

 Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of minerals, vitamins, proteins and omega 3 fatty acids. In folk medicine, pumpkin seeds are used as a means to regulate urinating and against intestinal parasites. Studies confirm that the pumpkin is useful for enlarged prostate, diabetes, macular degeneration, osteoporosis, high blood pressure and cholesterol, heart diseases and various skin diseases.

Lessons in Seva, Gratitude, Fun, and Love - The MS Challenge Walk

I have been involved with the National MS Society Challenge Walk in Southern California since the same year my yoga practice started: 2004. I raised the minimum donation ($2500) for TEN years, walking in all but one of the events (my son was born during the walk in 2009). This year, year 11, I was unable to commit the fundraising and unable to commit to the training, the time and effort it was going to take to prepare for the walk. With a son entering elementary school, a technology part-time job and a new yoga studio/coop blossoming, there was just no time.

But I couldn't give it up altogether. I squeezed in a few hours here and there to help build a blog for the people who wanted to map out training plans and schedules, and ran a fundraiser for some friends who were doing the walk.

But even that wasn't enough. I still wanted to be part of the event. After 10 years of sharing 72 hours with an amazing group of teachers, moms, lawyers, scientists, fathers, children, cousins, partners brothers, philanthropists, friends, families, and therapists all walking for a a cure, I couldn't NOT spend time with them. I needed to see these people I have grown to adore, support, befriend...the ones with whom I've laughed, cried, blistered, ate, slept (the snoring kind), and for lack of a better word, BONDED.

For a few years prior while also being a walker, I volunteered to do the (very) early morning (humor-based) pre-walk stretch at the starting line and for the 2nd day of walking (by day three, there's more groaning and sense of urgency than there is patience to wait for someone to lead a stretch!). That means I had the unique and humbling opportunity to strut my yoga stuff on a (small) stage in front of (a few hundred) people, make jokes, and basically support them with as much love as one can muster balancing on one foot, reaching high into the air, and singing along to some pop inspirational tune at a very early hour.

So this year, I made sure to make my intention of leading the stretch clear. And thankfully, they took me up on my offer. Allow me to share a few photos that deepen my smile -asana every time I look at them!

YNW and Team Diane colors.

Okay, everyone, hands on your hips...

...lunge to the left...

...lean to the right...

...again to the left...

...wait, I mean to the right...

 

oh heck, squat in the middle...

...then take flight!

Partner yoga for 170? SURE!

Captain Morgan Arrrrgh-asana!

Thank you to the Pacific South Coast Chapter of the National MS Society for allowing me to continue to be part of this amazing event. Thank you to all the teams that have walked with me, fundraised with me, befriended me each and every year - I cherish you. Thank you family and friends who have donated funds and time, effort and love to create the space for this to happen. Thank you universe for leading me on the path to find this amazing event, these amazing people, and even be able to share yoga with them. Thank you son and spouse who supported me in this time and heart consuming venture. Until there is a cure, this is why we (they) walk.

Fruits As A Prevention Of Various Diseases

 It is knownthatconsumingfruitgroceriesevery dayimproveshuman health, butthe intake ofcertain fruitsin the bodycanbepreventionfrom various diseases. 

Bandedanddriedfruitsprotect againstcancer

  Bandedfruit, walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds, may reducethe riskof developingheart diseaseandisthe best preventionof cancer. TheirnaturalantioxidantshelpIn reducing inflammation inthe arteries.
  Bandedfruitsare rich ina typeofantioxidantof vitaminEcalledgamma-tocopherol, and his volume in the blood increasestwiceafterconsumingsuchfruit.

  Besidesgrainsanddriedfruitsthat are availableineveryseason, protect againstthe occurrence ofcancer. Driedfruitsbesidesthey arevaluablesourcesoffiber, vitaminsandminerals, alsorepresent asignificant supportin the fightagainstcancer, metabolicdiseasesand heartproblems. 

Dried Fruits

  Driedfruit isan excellent sourceof solubleandinsolubledietaryfiber. Likefreshfruit, and driedhas a lowglycemicindex andplays an importantroleinpreventingvariousmetabolicdiseases.
  Certain typesoffruit, includingdried, containhigh levels ofa variety ofpolyphenols, becausetheyallhavepositiveeffectsonhealthcare.

  Althoughthe mechanismsare not yetknown, it is determined thatthe dried fruitscanpreventthe occurrenceofsometypes ofcancerorslow downthe spreadof cancer cellsanddestroyandsuppressinflammation.
  Besidesthe fact that dried fruitpreventsthe occurrenceofcancer, this fruitenhancesimmunityand helpsdigestion, preventsgum diseaseandcureinsomnia. Besides, it haslessfatandis rich incarbohydratesandvitamins. 

 

  Driedfruitkeepimmunitybecause it containsa lot ofantioxidants, vitamins, magnesiumandpotassium. Magnesiumcan be foundmostlyindriedapricots, andpotassium, which is veryimportantforgoodconcentrationindriedbananas. Driedfruitshould alwaysbe keptin a dry, cool and dark place.

Forestfruitprotectsthe brain

  There isscientificevidencethat eatingblueberries, blackberries, raspberriesandotherberrieshavebeneficial effectson the brain, and mayslow thememory lossassociatedwithaging. 

Forest Fruit

  Theirpositive influence, forestfruitsexercisein several ways:

Wealthofantioxidantsprevents damage ofbraincellscausedby freeradicals, help preventinflammationthat candamage cellsandimprovemotorandcognitivefunctionsof the brain.

Blueberries protect against flu 

Blueberry Lemonade

 

  Blueberry is the number one source of antioxidants and is definitely above all other fruits. Regular consumption of blueberries certainly gives strong protection against the flu. If you cannot find them in fresh condition, then consume it frozen.

Apricots protect the skin

  Dried apricots are rich in carotenoids, which reduce the risk of cancer of the throat, windpipe and lungs. Only five per day give you 36% of the required daily intake of vitamin A, which is important for skin health. 

Dried Apricots

Figs protect against protect against bowel cancer

  Ideally, fruitfor anemicandtiredpeople aredried figs, because they have largeamounts ofcopperandiron. Theyalso containtryptophan, whichis veryimportantforgood sleep. Goodfordigestion, butalso protect againstbowelcancer. 

Figs Juice

Raspberryprotects againstcardiovasculardisease

  Raspberryisa rich sourceofvitaminC, containsvitaminsBcomplex, vitaminE, andalmostallminerals(potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorusandiron). 

 Raspberriesprotect againstcancer,cleanses the body, strengthenimmunity, help in downloadingblood sugar, protect againstdiseasesof the cardiovascularsystem, and consideringthatitisan excellent sourceof dietaryfiber, helpsinproper functioningof the intestines.

Raspberry

Finally, here'sanotherinterestinginformation:

Fruitsandvegetablesprotect againstcomputer

 

  Ifyou spendhours andhours in front ofthe computer, you need toeatmorefruitsandvegetablesrichin carotene. Itis found inbananas, carrots, melons. The bananais a sourceofvitaminA andhassubstancesthatmay protect againstthe harmfuleffectsofthe computer screen. This typeimproves vision, slows the agingofskin, which comesfrom the harmfulultravioletrays. Most practicalare forwearingat workandhavemorecarotenethan pineappleandpears.