Take Back Your Life 5Written by Stephen Ayers
In parts 1-4 of this series of articles titled "Take Back Your Life", we discussed what could be considered four wheels of human wellness vehicle. We discussed importance of proper cell function, necessity of having and maintaining a balanced endocrine system, and role of vitamins and minerals, including certain trace minerals as they relate to wellness, and value of antioxidants. When considering how many wheels we want on our car for next road trip, we agree that it would be counterproductive to have less than four. The same is true, figuratively speaking, with regard to human body. We need four wheels or elements to continually move toward our destination of wellness. We would, most likely, also agree that family car would do well to have a spare wheel and tire in back to be properly prepared for our next sojourn. Our bodies likewise need a fifth wheel or fifth element to help out on our journey to optimal health. That element is water. Water is essential for life. Plant and animal cells are dependent on water to conduct their life processes. Water, next to air, is most important thing we put into our bodies. Water is a natural solvent that carries to and removes waste products from cells of our bodies. The quality of water we consume therefore is a very important aspect of our journey toward wellness. Water that is properly filtered and enhanced can reduce lactic acid levels, increase blood’s ability to absorb oxygen, and contribute to longer life spans and a higher quality of life. Most people overlook or underemphasize this single most important element of their health program. There are only 3 things that our bodies use and need that contribute to our state of good health. Those things are air we breathe, food and food supplements we eat, and water we drink. The cleaner, purer, and higher quality of each of these that we get on a daily basis, better for our health and well being. No matter what specific health or fitness goal, we cannot achieve maximum benefit for any health program without drinking right kind of water in proper amount. All experts agree, that next to air we breathe, water is most important thing we will ever put into our bodies. Medical researchers report that there is virtually no function or reaction in body that can take place without presence of water. Approximately 75% of our body weight is water and water makes up over 80% of our brain and 90% of our blood. Water is truly oil of human machine. Since water is an integral part of every thing body does, there is enough evidence to indicate that insufficient hydration of body can , in itself, lead to or exacerbate specific health conditions and illnesses. It is a mistake to assume that just because we expect it, that all water coming out of a potable tap is good for you or is as good as it can get. All drinkable water is not same quality nor has all tap water been purged of dangerous contaminants. Almost same things are true of bottled water. Just because it looks crystal clear doesn't mean that it is good water nor does it mean that it is good for you. Every thing from its container to source and handling of bottled water must be considered suspect with regard to its quality. Tap water may contain trace to dangerous levels of nitrates, pesticides, heavy metals, radioactive compounds, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals and parasites coming from its local municipal water supply. Bottled water may contain contaminants leached from its container or other toxins not removed during production process. The toxins and free radicals in these waters are made significantly more toxic to us by addition of chlorine. Chlorine is a powerful disinfectant used in virtually all public water supplies in this country. It is believed that individuals who drink and bath in chlorinated waters have a greater likelihood of getting cancer in their lifetimes. Contaminants in our drinking water, such as heavy metals, organics, nitrates, radioactive nuclides, trihalomethanes, etc., and free radicals like chlorine and chloramine, accelerate aging process and can contribute to various diseases. The current thinking is that once contaminants have been removed, all water provides body with same benefits. Nothing could be further from truth. There are many benefits to be gained from drinking healthful water. Drinking adequate good water helps to body absorb and assimilate nutrients in blood stream and internal organs. Proper hydration helps body resist formation of kidney stones, urinary infections, and constipation. Water also accelerates excretion of toxins and wastes from body. Sufficient clean water helps reduce risk of developing certain cancers like colon, breast, bladder and kidney. Drinking water before meals helps with weight loss and weight control since it aids digestion and reduces cravings. Water lubricates joints and muscles, reduces inflammation, aids in recovery of injuries and decreases risk of certain types of physical injuries such as sprains and pulls. Water boosts mental performance. As little as 2% dehydration can lead to significant short term memory loss.
| | Be a Loser: 50 Reasons to Get Weight Loss SurgeryWritten by Ally Moll
Weight loss surgery is fast becoming a very popular way for obese and morbidly obese people to get and keep weight off. America is fattest it's ever been and they're even saying there is an "obesity epidemic". The term is even being used in UK now. I even had gastric by pass surgery 2 years ago and it has changed my life only for better. You can see my before and after photos at http://www.allymoll.com/wls.html There are many reasons for people to consider getting weight loss surgery. For those of you who are still unsure, here are fifty ways your life will change for better after surgery. If you're still unsure, feel free to contact me for a free consultation. 1. You lose weight FAST! 2. You get to buy a whole new wardrobe....several times if you wish. 3. You will be able to see and touch your own feet. 4. You'll feel lighter. 5. It will be easier for you to exercise 6. You can go up a flight or two of stairs without completely running out of breath. 7. Your self-esteem will sky rocket. 8. People will hold doors open for you, look at you and actually say hi and smile. 9. You will get hit on! 10. You will be able to achieve all those positions you've always wanted to try during sex. 11. You'll clothes will start falling off of you. 12. You can buy jewelry in a "normal" store. 13. Your joint pain will lessen or disappear. 14. There is a possibility your diabetes will go away. 15. You'll just feel GOOD. 16. You'll get complimented a lot. 17. Your snoring will lessen or disappear. 18. You can comfortably wear jeans. 19. No more high blood pressure. 20. No more asking for a seatbelt extender on airplane. 21. Your butt won't hurt as much after riding a bike. 22. You will feel very proud of yourself. 23. You'll see inches of fat melt right off of you.
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