Health ~ CorinnaCiera's Blog

Items of interest to an array of individuals.
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Am I Dehydrated?

Published: 02-27-2012 12:51am
Posted In: Health
I am a crafter, as you see above. In saying this, I want to state at the start that I get very involved in any given project, even to the point of not eating and drinking. The result? I get very hungry and thirsty.I am probably correct in stating that I won't damage my body by delaying a meal, but am I putting my health in jeopardy by not drinking liquids for hours at a time? How can I determine if I am dehydrated?Medical research has determined that the symptoms of dehydration are dry mouth, flushed skin, fatigue, headache and impaired physical performance. If no intervention is made, these symptoms will give way to dizziness, loss of consciou... » Read More

Can You Take Too Many Supplements?

Published: 11-22-2011 05:43pm
Posted In: Health
  It is a fact that the majority of adults in the United States take at least one dietary supplement every day. These supplements include vitamins D and E; minerals like calcium and iron; herbs such as Echinacea and garlic; and specialty products like glucosamine and fish oils.   If you don’t eat a balanced diet, some supplements might help you get adequate amounts of essential nutrients. However, supplements don’t take the place of the actual food that is needed to keep us healthy.   It’s important to check... » Read More

Give Your Brain a Workout and Make Yourself Smarter!

Published: 11-15-2011 11:06pm
Posted In: Health
Most of us know that exercise strengthens our muscles and increases our flexibility. Weight workouts add lean muscle to our bodies and help us retain more muscle in later years. Similarly, our brains need workouts to say healthy and fit as we age since, as we get older, our brains can atrophy making it more difficult to perform mental tasks. Researchers now believe that following a brain healthy lifestyle and performing regular brain exercises can also stimulate the brain.   This is of interest to me because I am a retired nurse, plus I have an aging mother who has short-ter... » Read More

Get More Friends for Better Health

Published: 11-10-2011 06:21pm
Posted In: Health
Believe it or not, there is a positive relationship between having good friends and having good physical and emotional health. Health studies show that good friendships have positive benefits on our well-being. One finding is that according to surveys, women who are socially involved and visit with family and friends regularly are happier as they age. Actually, having a circle of friends makes people happy, especially when they see themselves playing important roles in these relationships. Conversely, if they see themselves as outsiders, they are sadder. Happiness is contagious in your circle of friends. As this joyful feelin... » Read More

Heart Health: Red Wine or Grape Juice?

Published: 11-10-2011 06:00pm
Posted In: Health
The Case for Red Wine                                                                       Red wine contains antioxidants, substances that protect your cells against damage caused by unstable molecules called free radicals, reactive atoms that contribute to tissue damage in the body. The antioxidants are:   Flavoniods Are found the skin of the grape that produces the deep purple-red color of the wine. Have been shown to increase your HDL (good cholesterol) and lower your risk of clogged arteries (atherosclerosis) M... » Read More
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