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Central Drugs Pharmacy Life Essentials Guide to Good Nutrition Be fit, Be healthy, Be an example. Contents Introduction to the Core Nutrition Guide 3 Foundations: Core Nutrition Diet6 Essential Components of a Healthy Diet Weight Management 8 Inflammation/Pain Reducing Foods 10 Selecting, Preparing, & Storing Food 12 4 6 Lifestyle14 Environmental Health 14 Exercise 16 Relaxation & Stress Management Water: Hydration & Health 20 Age & Gender 18 22 Children (Age 12 & Under) 22 Teens 24 Women in Their 20’s & 30’s 26 Pregnant & Lactating Women Women in Their 40’s & 50’s 30 Women in Their 60’s and Beyond Men in Their 20’s & 30’s 34 Men in Their 40’s & 50’s 35 Men in Their 60’s & Beyond 37 28 32 Health Concerns 39 Allergy 39 Anti-Aging 41 Blood Pressure 43 Blood Sugar 45 Bones 47 Brain 49 Candida (Yeast) 51 Cholesterol 53 Detox & Elimination 55 2 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Introduction to the Core Nutrition Guide Energy 57 Eye Health 59 Gum Health 61 Hair, Skin, & Nails 63 Heart & Circulation 65 Immune Health 67 Joints & Muscles 69 Menopause 71 Mood & Anxiety 73 PMS 75 Prostate Health 77 Sleep Health 79 Stress 81 Surgery & Trauma 83 Travel Health 85 Weight Management 87 3 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Foundations: Core Nutrition Your personalized nutrition plan starts here. Many of the most prevalent health conditions have been directly linked to improper nutrition and poor lifestyle habits. Even small nutritional deficiencies can compromise immunity, vitality, and damage health. Nourishing the roots of your health by taking care of your core nutritional needs creates a strong foundation for your body and establishes a bank of resources to build and repair your body, and to fuel your daily activities. Start with a solid foundation: Multivitamin/Mineral Essential Fatty Acids Antioxidants Probiotics Bone Nutrients 1. Multivitamin / Mineral Even the best diet cannot guarantee optimal nutrient levels due to high-volume farming methods. A high potency multivitamin and mineral supplement is necessary to fill in nutrient gaps. It provides a comprehensive selection of nutrients in the highly usable forms such as coenzyme B vitamins. Correcting nutrient deficiencies is the first and most important step in preventative healthcare. Recommended: Central Drugs MULTI TWO 1. Multivitamin / Mineral Even the best diet cannot guarantee optimal nutrient levels due to high-volume farming methods. A high potency multivitamin and mineral supplement is necessary to fill in nutrient gaps. It provides a comprehensive selection of nutrients in the highly usable forms such as coenzyme B vitamins. Correcting nutrient deficiencies is the first and most important step in preventative healthcare. Recommended: Central Drugs MULTI TWO 2. Essential Fatty Acids Omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs) are vital to health and are not manufactured by the body. The standard American Diet is largely devoid of these important oils. EFAs benefit many different areas of the body, such as skin and hair, bones and joints, eyes, as well as the cardiovascular and nervous systems. A deficiency or imbalance of essential fatty acids can lead to depression, anxiety, lack of concentration, various skin conditions, such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema, and inflammation of 4 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 various tissues (conditions ending in –itis; i.e. arthritis). Taking a molecularly distilled and potent Omega-3 supplement will help provide your body with optimal levels of these important oils. 3. Antioxidants Antioxidants protect the body from free radical damage (think of it like internal rust) caused by poor dietary habits, exposure to pollution, sun damage, smoking, drinking alcohol, and other lifestyle habits. Adding key antioxidants, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, alpha lipoic acid, turmeric, and green tea, can be minimize this type of damage. Antioxidants can be protective and helpful in the following areas: detoxification, healthy cellular growth, brain, eye, skin, and heart health, as well as graceful aging. Recommended: Central Drugs ANTIOXIDANT FORMULA 4. Probiotics Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that inhabit the entire digestive urinary, and reproductive tracts. Healthy bacteria aid in the absorption of nutrients, discourage bad bacterial growth, and act as part of the immune system. Imbalances in beneficial bacteria can occur from taking various medications (steroids, antibiotics, and birth control pills), traveling, Taking probiotics can enhance digestion, immune function, and skin health. Recommended: Central Drugs SUPREMA-DOPHILUS 5. Bone Nutrients Bone is dynamic, living tissue that is continually being renewed. Poor diet, lack of physical activity, general aging, and hormonal changes disrupt the healthy processes of bone renewal. The minerals used by your body in response to stressful activities, allergies, and regular daily needs, all deplete from your body’s mineral warehouse, your bones. Eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and taking a formula that contains key bone supporting nutrients is highly recommended. Calcium (in its most absorbable form, hydroxyapetite), magnesium, vitamin D-3, boron, strontium, and zinc, are just some examples of the raw materials needed to replenish bone minerals. Recommended: Central Drugs BONE GUARDIAN 5 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Diet Essential Components of a Healthy Diet Is your body getting the right balance of nutrients? If you experience any one of these symptoms, start rethinking your diet: heartburn, constipation, thinning hair, skin conditions, foot or body odor, bad breath, fatigue, weight gain, PMS, or depression. Each has associations with imbalanced nutrition. Eating foods that are full of nutrients helps protect your body from illness and other imbalances. Advance meal planning enables healthier eating habits. For guidance, use nutritious recipes in cookbooks and magazines, or consult a nutritionist who will create a healthy eating plan that matches your body’s unique needs. A Well-Balanced Diet Includes: • • • • • A variety of nutrient rich carbohydrates, high-quality protein, and healthy fats. Appropriate portion sizes. Remember your stomach is roughly the size of your fist when empty! Regular meals. If eating three main meals a day does not work for you, try six smaller ones. Limited amounts of processed foods, and foods high in sugar or salt. Taking the time to enjoy and savor your food. There are no excuses for unhealthy eating. “Too busy” just means something is not a priority for you. Meal planning saves money and time by making shopping quicker and allows for healthier choices than browsing every aisle at the store. Pick a regular day to write a menu for the week ahead, and then make the shopping list. When at the grocery store, stick to your list. Use expert help if you’re not creative with recipes. A greater amount of beneficial nutrients comes with more color and variety on your plate. The healthiest foods are those that remain closest to their natural state. Fresh vegetables are always healthier than frozen or canned. Another time saving and portion control tip is to prepare large meals in advance and then separate them into single serve containers for future meals. Having a well-stocked kitchen makes it easier to make good food choices. And, establishing a cooking and shopping routine is important to your success. Plan your meals based around these nutrition guidelines: CARBOHYDRATES (40-60% of daily calories) Healthy sources of carbohydrates include vegetables, fruits, legumes, and whole grains. Complex carbohydrates provide fiber which is critical to the efficiency of numerous body processes. Limit 6 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 simple carbohydrates (white sugar and white flour, soda-pop, desserts, candy, etc.). These provide little or no value and contribute to insulin resistance, obesity, hormone imbalances, and chronic inflammation issues. PROTEIN (20-30% of daily calories) Preference is given to complete proteins that include all of the essential amino acids (organic, freerange, or wild animal sources such as meat, fish, poultry, eggs, and yogurt over commercial or processed meats and farm-raised fish). Incomplete proteins come from fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds. Vegetarians must pay attention to food choices to include all the essential amino acids. FAT (20-30% of daily calories) Healthy fats (omega-3 essential fatty acids and omega-6 essential fatty acids) are vital to health and are not made by the body. They fight inflammation, stimulate the immune system, enhance mood, and support joint health, as well as cardiovascular, brain, and nervous system functions. You must get these good fats from your diet (wild cold-water fish, walnuts, flaxseed, etc.) or an essential fatty acid (EFA) supplement. Avoid or at least limit your consumption of unhealthy fats such as hydrogenated oils found in many manufactured or processed foods. 7 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Weight Management Excess body weight is associated with many health risks including diabetes, high cholesterol, elevated blood pressure, gallstones, sleep apnea, hormone disorders, and cancer. Weight gain predominantly around your midsection increases your chances of developing a serious health condition. Weight management involves treating your body respectfully so it can continue to serve you well. You must be willing to promise your body a lifestyle that gives it good nutrition, exercise, and rest after stress. Conquering food cravings and managing your portion sizes are essential parts of reaching and maintaining a healthy weight. Do You Eat Smart? – 5 Questions • 1. Am I truly hungry? • 2. Am I eating out of habit or just seeking comfort? • 3. Is this food going to nourish my body or is it empty calories? • 4. Will I stop eating when I am full? • 5. Is my body relaxed enough to digest the food I am eating? Food Cravings The next time you “need” chocolate or automatically pick up chips, take a moment to tune in to your body. Notice your emotions. Food cravings are often related to mood, but can also alert you that your body wants to correct a nutrient imbalance. Cravings for sweet foods may be related to an overgrowth of yeast. Salt cravings may be indicative of adrenal fatigue. Sometimes food cravings are not cravings at all, just habits. Here are some helpful hints to help curb your cravings. Eat colorful meals of fresh food and take a high-potency multivitamin and multimineral supplement. A mix of protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats helps balance blood sugar levels and provides lasting energy. Drink a full glass of water (only water) instead to see if your body was really craving hydration. Avoid highly sweet or artificial foods designed to trigger cravings. Food cravings tend to last 10-15 minutes, so wait before responding to them. Portion Sizes Eating at restaurants makes it easy to overeat, especially when they offer all you can eat buffets and serve overflowing plates of food. Managing the size of your portions is key to maintaining a healthy weight. When eating at restaurants, get into the habit of taking half of your meal home and, when eating at a buffet, use a smaller-size plate and skip that trip for seconds. Having handy examples of portion sizes is a helpful tool for controlling your portions. Here are some examples of reasonable portions: 8 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 PROTEIN 3 servings/day HEALTHY FATS / OILS 2 servings/day CALCIUM RICH FOODS 3 servings/day COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATES 3 servings of starches and 4 servings of vegetables, plus 3 servings of fruits/day One serving equals: • Deck of cards = 3 ounces of lean meat, fish, poultry, or pork • Rounded handful (only in palm) = ½ cup of rice, pasta, cut fruit • Four dice = 1 ounce natural cheese • Clenched fist = 1 cup skim milk, most vegetables • Hockey puck = ½ bagel • Baseball = apple, orange • Thumb tip = 1 tsp butter • Computer mouse = potato • Golf ball = 2 tbsp nut butter *The information in this reference document is not intended to be a substitute for advice or treatment from a qualified physician, nor is it intended to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. Consult your physician prior to starting any new health program or if you have any questions regarding a medical condition. 9 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Inflammation/Pain Reducing Foods Inflammation/Pain Reducing Foods If you are experiencing any type of pain, your body is alerting you that there is inflammation present. Inflammation may still be present even without pain (e.g. cancer, heart disease). Poor food choices can increase any inflammation present. Limit processed foods, white sugar, white flour, trans-fats, and red meat each of which can aggravate or increase inflammation. Increase your servings of anti-inflammatory foods such as colorful fruits and vegetables, spices, and dark chocolate, which all contain powerful flavonoids that have antioxidant properties. 5 Anti-inflammatory Superfoods & Spices • Blueberry: Supports eye health, brain health, and vascular health. Ranked one of the best in terms of antioxidant activity. • Tumeric: Contains curcumin, a powerful antioxidant that has potent anti-inflammatory & detoxification capabilities. • Ginger: Contains anti-inflammatory chemicals (gingerols), which fight free radicals & proinflammatory chemicals. • Cold water fish: Omega-3 essential fatty acids (EPA/DHA) have strong anti-inflammatory & heart-protective activity. • Dark chocolate: Contains a high level of flavonoids, responsible for relaxing blood vessels & balancing inflammatory chemicals. An injury or an infection causes the body to respond with pain, heat, and swelling. This reaction is a protective response from a healthy immune system and initiates healing. Inflammation can become systemic or chronic if not completely resolved by the immune system. Chronic inflammation is neither protective nor beneficial to the body. In fact, it can be very damaging to your health. Factors that may cause systemic inflammation include stress, food allergies, mild or severe obesity, exposure to chemicals, or eating a diet high in refined sugars and processed foods. Chronic inflammation is believed to be the culprit behind many degenerative diseases including heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and cancer. Ask your doctor about an important diagnostic test that measures your inflammatory level (C-Reactive Protein). Allergic reactions to common foods such as dairy, wheat gluten, and nightshade plants (potatoes, peppers, eggplants, and tomatoes) can compromise health by creating a leaky gut. Damage to the gut lining from allergic reactions causes increased intestinal permeability, which can result in autoimmune-like disorders and further inflammation. If you experience symptoms such as continuous digestive discomfort, fatigue, skin irritation, or joint inflammation consider having a food allergy test done. This simple blood test measures your body’s immune response to food. The laboratory will provide you with a clear list of foods to avoid. You will find that you will feel much better once 10 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 you remove these foods from your diet. An enzyme deficiency can cause incomplete protein digestion and result in inflammation. Enzymes play a major role in the digestion and absorption of nutrients by ensuring the proper breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Raw foods, particularly sprouts, avocados, papayas, pineapples, bananas, and mangos provide a rich source of enzymes. Your body also produces enzymes, but not enough when stressed or aging. Some people simply lack enzymes, like those who do not produce lactase to digest lactose (milk sugar). Adding an enzyme complex can help to reduce inflammation as it ensures complete digestion of otherwise irritating proteins. 11 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Selecting, Preparing, & Storing Food Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, high-quality protein sources, and healthy fats are all rich sources of beneficial nutrients that can nourish and protect your body. The way you select, prepare, and store your food plays a major role in the amount of nutrients available for you to absorb and utilize when you eat it. Food additives, overcooking, and improper food storage can destroy valuable vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Get the most out of your diet by learning how to choose, cook, and keep your favorite foods. 5 Steps to Protecting Your Food’s Value 1. Read packaged food labels and avoid any ingredient you would not eat by itself. 2. Eat foods closest to their natural state. 3. Be careful not to overcook your food. 4. Use proper cookware and storage containers. 5. Choose organic foods whenever possible. Selecting Foods Foods that contain the most healthful nutrients are those that are unprocessed. This means that they are free of additives (such as sugar and salt), artificial preservatives, colors, and artificial flavorings. These undesirable ingredients are added to prolong shelf life or enhance color or texture. They provide no nutritional value and can be potentially harmful, especially to sensitive individuals. The healthiest sweetener options that are safe even for those watching blood sugar levels include xylitol and stevia. The classifications “organic, free-range, wild, and non-GMO (genetically modified organism)” indicate that these foods and beverages are minimally exposed to insecticides, herbicides, artificial fertilizers, antibiotics, or growth hormones. Also, when choosing produce, select fresh, ripe fruits and vegetables as they contain peak amounts of vitamins and minerals (avoid canned and frozen). Preparing foods Washing produce is an important part of food preparation, especially if non-organic. Use a scrub brush or vegetable wash product to remove residual chemicals. Raw or slightly steamed vegetables are better than soggy. Overcooking destroys important nutrients and enzymes. The most nutritious ways to cook meat and poultry are roasting, broiling, or boiling. Barbecued or blackened meats may contain harmful, carcinogenic substances. Glass, stainless steel, and iron cookware is preferred over aluminum or non-stick. Do not use plastic wrap or plastic containers in the microwave because they often contain chemicals that can leach into the food, especially when heated. CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Food Storage The longer food is kept in storage, the fewer nutrients it will retain. Eating foods grown locally can help. Local food has not traveled far and has spent less time in storage. Other benefits include produce that is fresh, ripe, seasonally appropriate, and supportive to your local economy. Go shopping often instead of freezing food. Once you get your food home, what is the best storage method? Research indicates that foods and liquids can absorb harmful chemicals found in many plastic containers, which can result in unhealthy hormonal effects on the body. It is best to use plastic containers only when necessary (i.e. for freezing food). Glass and ceramic containers, or stainless steel cookware are the safest for storing food in the refrigerator. Even water is best stored in glass bottles. *The information in this reference document is not intended to be a substitute for advice or treatment from a qualified physician, nor is it intended to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. Consult your physician prior to starting any new health program or if you have any questions regarding a medical condition. CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Lifestyle Environmental Health A toxic substance is any compound that has an unhealthy effect on cellular structure or function. We encounter toxic chemicals on a daily basis, often without even knowing it. Exposure may come from the food we eat, the water we drink, the clothes we wear, or how we clean our homes and care for our yards. Toxins are everywhere. Even our own bodies produce toxic substances that need disposal. It is important to become aware of common toxins in your environment, take steps to limit exposure, and to increase your body’s natural defenses. 5 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Toxic Load • Buy and use a high-quality air purifier and water filter for your home and work. • Cut down on all plastic use – Avoid non-stick cookware, microwaving using plastic wrap or in plastic containers, and switch to drinking only out of glass bottles. • Eat fresh, non-processed, whole, and organic foods whenever possible. • Use only safe, non-toxic household cleaners and yard care products. • Choose natural and non-toxic personal products, such as chemical-free shampoo and conditioner, cosmetics, and deodorants. Examples of common toxins include mercury from silver fillings, chemicals used to make nonstick cookware, and pesticides used on fruits and vegetables. These toxic substances can contribute to various health problems by taking up residence in fat cells, bones, cell membranes, and organs. Of course, some toxic substances are more dangerous than others. The length of toxin exposure, number of exposures, and the specific mixture of harmful substances that have accumulated, all determine the level of toxic burden placed on the body (also referred to as Total Toxic Load). Individual factors such as genetics, age, and overall health also play important roles in how your body is able to rid itself of harmful substances. The more exposure, the more difficult it becomes for your body to process and remove toxins. Toxins can permanently damage the immune system, nervous system, and can interfere with important hormone communication. Symptoms of toxicity can range from mild (psoriasis, fatigue, anxiety, depression, an inability to concentrate), to severe (auto-immune disorders, convulsions, psychiatric symptoms, cancer, and even death). Some adult diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and other mental disorders can be traced back to early childhood toxin exposure. The liver is the body’s primary organ for detoxification. It takes toxic chemicals and breaks them down into less harmful substances that are then excreted from the body. The intestines, kidneys, lymphatic system, skin, and lungs are all key players in healthy elimination of toxins (even simple toxins like carbon dioxide). In particular, bowel movements on a daily basis are an important part of ridding the body of toxins, and part of why constipation makes you feel unwell. 14 Reducing your exposure to harmful substances and improving your body’s detoxification processes are both required to maintain good health. Using water filters on your drinking and showering water and using air purifiers in your home and work environment are simple yet effective ways CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 to reduce toxin exposure. In addition, incorporating good nutrition, natural fabrics, sauna use, occasional fasting, and taking on healthy lifestyle practices are great ways to assist your body’s detoxification processes. CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Exercise We all know that regular exercise along with balanced nutrition is a necessary part of good health. However, even minor efforts can produce healthful results. In fact, a recent study found that engaging in physical activity as little as a half hour daily can add on two to three years of life expectancy. This should come as encouraging news for all couch potatoes. Get moving! Any exercise is better than none at all. If you have existing health problems or are over the age of forty, consult with a healthcare provider before starting a new exercise plan or changing an existing one. 5 Tips for Reaching your Exercise Goals • • • • • Pick exercises that you really enjoy. Increase your success rate by exercising with a friend or fitness coach. Stay motivated by keeping an exercise journal that outlines your accomplishments. Evaluate your progress bi-weekly, not every day. Reward yourself by doing something fun that supports your healthy efforts. Choosing an activity that you enjoy, such as swimming, bicycling, or dancing will make exercise more fun and not a chore. Even household activities such as gardening, mowing the lawn, cleaning your house, and washing your car count as exercise. Recreation really does help you re-create your feeling of well-being. Your mind, body, and spirit can all benefit from engaging in physical activity. For your body, exercise helps to protect against the development of chronic diseases, supports healthy bone density, supports healthy weight management, increases heart and lung function, and has a positive effect on cholesterol levels and blood pressure. And for your mind and spirit, exercise decreases muscle tension, can enhance feelings of well-being, improves your ability to handle stress, and often improves self-esteem and elevates mood. A combination of exercises (cardiovascular, strength training, and stretching) is a good mix for your fitness routine. Each type of exercise has separate benefits. For example, aerobic/cardiovascular exercises improve the body’s capacity to use fuel (food or fat) and oxygen. Aerobic exercise increases the amount of blood that is supplied to the muscles and increases oxygen delivery throughout the body. Just twenty minutes a day of aerobic exercise can lower blood pressure and strengthen the heart. Power walking, playing sports, cross-country skiing, and taking an aerobics class are some great examples of cardiovascular activities. Aim for at least 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise at least three days a week. Strength training exercises help to build strong muscles, increase bone density, and support healthy joint function. Pilates, yoga, using weights and resistance bands, martial arts, and using a punching bag are all forms of strength training. Devote at least 2 days a week to strength training and be sure to give adequate recovery time for each muscle group. Stretching exercises are recommended BOTH before and after physical activity. Stretching prepares muscles for exercise, protects muscles against injury, enhances flexibility, improves circula- CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 tion, reduces stress, and provides better range of motion for your joints. Stretching is something that you can easily do just about anywhere, even while sitting in your chair. Stretch for about 5-10 minutes before and after each activity. CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Relaxation & Stress Management Everyone knows that too much stress is bad for your health. Still, many of us leave little room for relaxation in our busy lives. Relaxation and stress management are required for good health and need to become part of the daily routine. Relaxation allows for improved digestion, detoxification, body repair, and restocking the body’s reserves. Research continues to support the beneficial effects that come from relaxation: reducing anxiety, managing pain, decreasing symptoms associated with various conditions, and overall disease prevention. 7 Minute Relaxation Exercise 1. Find a comfortable location and lay down on your back. Begin by taking 5 slow, deep breaths. 2. Focus your attention on your feet. As you inhale, gently tighten the muscles in your feet and hold for 8 seconds. Do not hold your breath. With a long breath out, slowly relax these muscles for about 20 seconds. Before moving on to the next set of muscles, breathe deeply again. 3. Next, focus your attention on the muscles in your legs. Tighten for 8 seconds, relax for 20 seconds, and take another deep breath. Continue the same process as you work your way up your body to your thighs, buttocks, stomach, chest, hands, shoulders, arms, neck, and face. 4. End with 5 slow, deep breaths. Stress is defined as any situation that disrupts the body’s balance. On a daily basis we are faced with both good and bad stressors. How quickly you process and dismiss stress contributes to your continued health. Ideally, your body reacts to a stressful situation and then quickly returns to center. If you are under continual stress, your body is not able to return to center. As a result, stress hormones continue to circulate in the bloodstream with negative health effects. Ongoing stress can disturb the body’s ability to absorb and store important nutrients, resulting in nutritional deficiencies. For example, B vitamins, potassium, phosphorus, Vitamin C, magnesium, and calcium levels can become depleted. Stress can also promote the formation of free radicals in the body, weaken the immune system, increase blood pressure, disrupt sleep, impair attention and memory, and cause weight gain. Unfortunately, some people are so used to being under stress that they are not even aware that their bodies are actually in a continuous state of physical disruption. Digestive complaints, neck and back pain, and headaches appear “normal.” These symptoms are not “normal,” they are alerting you that your body is physically unable to cope with the pressure. Managing stress involves identifying and eliminating the cause(s). Establishing positive patterns to replace negative (stressful) habits ensures better handling of stress. Getting regular exercise and eating a healthful diet nourishes and supports a healthy mind and body, and strengthens your stress-fighting ability. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, refined sugars, and possible food allergens, each of which can contribute to CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 a stressful state. Eating regular meals in a relaxing atmosphere helps to promote healthy digestion (e.g. at a real table, no television, no car). Relaxation can be as simple as sipping a warm drink while cozying up to a good book, taking an aromatic bath, listening to enjoyable music, or getting outside to garden. It can be something you do on your own or enjoy with others. Deep breathing exercises, visualization, yoga, meditation, Tai Chi, and massage are all other great examples of ways to help your mind and body let go of stress. CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Water: Hydration & Health Do you experience headaches, fatigue, muscle pains, constipation, heartburn, anxiety attacks, food intolerances, joint and muscle weakness, dry skin, chapped lips, water retention, digestive problems, or bad breath? If so, you may be suffering from dehydration. Many people are dehydrated and are not even aware of it. Even mild dehydration can impair cognitive function, such as short-term memory, alertness, and concentration. Dehydration can result from simply not drinking enough water, or from drinking fluids such as soda, coffee, or alcohol that rob your body of water. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, hot weather, exercising, and illnesses that involve a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea also increase your body’s need for water. 5 Ways to Prevent Dehydration 1. Carry water with you everywhere you go. 2. Eat foods that contain a high amount of water, such as fruits, vegetables, soups, & smoothies. 3. Drink beverages such as milk, low-sugar juices, & herbal teas. 4. Fill water bottles at the start of your day and make sure you drink them by the end of the day. 5. Drink room temperature & still water rather than sparkling or ice-cold water. The carbonation & cold temperature make it harder to drink a lot of water at one time. Water is an essential substance that is required for nearly every body process including digestion, absorption, circulation, and excretion. Water is the main carrier of nutrients throughout the body and is essential for carrying out waste products. Moreover, a recent study has shown that along with healthy diet and lifestyle factors, drinking water has a preventative effect on bladder, colorectal, and breast cancer. General guidelines for ensuring proper hydration include drinking eight to ten glasses of water daily. Keep in mind that specific water needs vary from person to person based on health and activity level. Also, drinking coffee, soda, and alcohol increases your body’s water requirements. Do not try to lose weight by reducing your water intake. This is dangerous. Drinking water can actually help you to lose weight. Simply drinking a glass of water 15 minutes before each meal can help to increase your sense of fullness and allow you to eat less. If you are not sure if you are drinking enough water, tune into your body. Start by paying attention to the color of your urine. Dark urine indicates that your body is conserving what little water it has, and is in great need of more fluids. You want your urine to be colorless or slightly yellow. It is also important to drink water before you get thirsty. Thirst is a signal of dehydration. So, if you are thirsty, drink to quench your thirst as well as an additional two glasses of water. Another important indicator of dehydration is bowel activity. If you are not drinking enough water, your colon will reabsorb more water from your waste material and result in hard stools (and a recirculation of toxins). The quality of your drinking water is also very important. Tap water can still contain impurities CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 regardless of what is considered “safe” exposure. Filtering tap water can significantly improve the water’s taste and safety and is strongly recommended. There are many different types of filters available that vary in cost and effectiveness. Reverse osmosis seems to be one of the best filtering methods. It is also best to avoid drinking water out of plastic containers. However, if you do, avoid the softer, cloudy plastic containers because they seem to leech the most chemicals into your water. Glass bottles are ideal. CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Age & Gender Children (Age 12 & Under) The first years of life are marked by significant immune system and nervous system development. Receiving important levels of key nutrients during childhood is essential for proper growth and body functions. Learning healthy diet and lifestyle habits at a very young age will help create a strong foundation and establish healthy living patterns for future years. Add these essential products: • Nutri Stars Chewable Multivitamin • DHA Junior Essential Products for Children Multivitamin/Multimineral (Age 2+) Children need a comprehensive range of vitamins and minerals to help build strong, healthy bodies. Choosing a liquid multi provides a form that is easy to swallow. Delicious out of the bottle or mixed into their favorite juice, it will give you peace of mind to watch your kids happily taking the nutrients their bodies need. Recommended: Nutri Stars Chewable Multivitamin Essential Fatty Acids (Age 4+) Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are vital to proper growth and development. Studies show that taking EFAs, particularly docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), during the early developmental years can significantly enhance learning capacity and academic performance, as well as have a beneficial role in the prevention of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Central Drugs NEUROMINS® DHA is a highly purified vegetarian source of omega-3 fatty acid that is safe and effective for infants and children. Recommended - Nordic Naturals Omega-3 Gummy Worms Probiotics (Age 5+) Taking probiotics is so beneficial to your child’s health. Friendly bacteria help to enhance immunity, reduce allergic reactions, and promote healthy digestion, regular bowel activity, as well as aid in the absorption of minerals and the manufacturing of needed B vitamins. Anytime they are taking antibiotics, rebalancing with probiotics is necessary. Recommended: Florogen for Kids Optional Products for Children 22 CentralDrugsRx.com 877.447.7077 Digestive Enzymes (Age 4+) Many children have allergies or sensitivities to various foods, such as dairy, wheat, gluten, soy and corn. Symptoms such as digestive upset, skin rashes, congestion, and attention issues can result. 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