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Top Benefit Of Gelatin That I Needed The Most

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Pain relief is the number one  reason that I added gelatin to my diet and I am so glad that I did. What really surprises me is how quickly the pain goes away.

Top reason I added gelatin to my diet #nutrition #painrelief

I have been dealing with a lot of pain in my hips, right leg and foot lately. My chiropractor has gotten me through many an injury, but I have been looking for a way to resolve the pain while I wait for the treatments to take hold.

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Over-the-counter pain killers just haven’t been doing it. Then I remembered hearing that gelatin helps with pain. I had some Knox unflavored gelatin in my cupboard, so I opened a single-serving envelop, added it to water and drank it. Within 30 minutes – yes, that fast – the pain in my leg and hips was gone!

Now, gelatin is not a cure for what is causing the pain but it sure does give me relief for hours. As long as I remember to take it every day – and when I forget I do remember because the pain comes back – it works quite well. Thankfully, this is not a condition that will be forever. I am getting better day by day. But since gelatin has other great health and beauty benefits,  I plan on keeping it in my daily routine from now on.

First, what is gelatin anyway?  Sometimes referred to as a “super-food,” gelatin is a protein that is derived from animal parts. Some people make bone broth as a way to get it into their diet. That is too much work for me. I am very happy to keep using powdered gelatin, thank you very much!

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What do they say are the benefits and uses of gelatin?

  1. Pain relief – especially joint pain
  2. Anti-aging – improves skin health and actually can rejuvenate your complexion.
  3. Improves digestion
  4. Improves quality of sleep
  5. Helps lower stress hormones – has a happy, calming effect.
  6. May maintain heart health
  7. Controls hunger
  8. Good for bone health

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For more=>>  Gelatin: What Is It? Plus 8 Uses and Benefits

 

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Now, Knox unflavored gelatin is not the only way to get gelatin … it is just the one I am currently using. It was kind of expensive buying it in four packet boxes so I switched to buying 32 packets from Amazon and got a much better deal.

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I needed pain relief and I needed it fast. This is the simple thing I did and it helped me a lot - maybe it will help you, too! #painrelief #healthyeating #healthyliving #tips Share on X

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Gelatin helps with joint pain #healthy

Enjoy!

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2 yellow lab dogs

Just when I’d think I’d found a good solution, it never worked out.  It was discouraging. So, when I finally heard about, and tried, Shark vacuums, I did a happy dance … day after day … because it works every day, PERFECTLY!  I highly recommend Shark upright vacuum cleaners.  Their other products are probably great, too, but my experience is with their vacuum cleaner, which has been  fabulous!

Filed Under: health, Healthy You!, How-to, Lifestyle, tips Tagged With: healthy living, nutrition, pain relief, pet hair vacuum

7 Best Ways To Keep From Hurting Yourself

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We have all heard about “weekend warriors.” You know the deal. Weekend Warriors are people that spend all week sitting in an office, exercising very little, and on the weekend they tackle the world. Every undone chore is on their “to do” list. Ultimately, many will pay for it with strained muscles or worse.

So, how much physical pain is self-inflicted? A lot! Making unwise choices, ignoring little signals when light pain begins or neglecting ourselves can lead to a whole string of physical maladies that are simply not necessary. We all talk about “taking care of ourselves” but sometimes our efforts are too little too late.

7 best ways to take care of yourself and keep from getting hurt #tips

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Here are some ways to prevent pain before it happens:

7 Best Ways To Keep From Hurting Yourself

Walk – walking is a perfect form of exercise. We were made to walk and there are so many ways to incorporate this simple movement into your lifestyle. When shopping, park farther away from the door so that you get in a nice walk on your way into the store.


Have you seen those dog-walking commercials on TV? They look like they are having so much fun “walking it out” that I got inspired to walk my own dogs more often. My dogs need the exercise and so do I! I have two dogs and I take them on walks separately. Sadie, the yellow lab, is older and she likes to stop and sniff things as she goes. Bailey, the puppy, trots along at a fast pace. When I take them one at a time, they can each enjoy their special time out their own way and I get lots more exercise.

Lawn cutting is another way to add steps to the day. We used to have someone cut our lawn for us. He moved away and, rather than looking for someone else to do it, I bought myself a self-powered walk behind lawn mower. I love cutting the lawn and it is another way to add movement into my week!

If lawn cutting isn’t possible, you can always vacuum the carpets more often! The primary objective here is to build more movement to your life.

Stand – does your job require many hours of sitting at a computer? Consistently sitting for many hours is not good for your health. Make a point of getting up from the computer and walking around every so often. If you need to, set a timer to reminder yourself to get up and move.

Recognizing the hazard of sitting at work too much, many employers have installed standing desks in their offices. They easily adjust from sit to stand to sit again and you don’t miss a beat! The prices are quite reasonable for work-at-homes to get one of their own. The investment is well worth it.

Strengthen – lifting light weights every day can maintain or even strengthen your muscles. If you are not accustomed to working out, go easy. Start lifting  very light weight dumb bells or even two unopened cans of soup! Consistency is the key. As the repetitions become easier, you can increase the number of times you do it and even add a little more weight. You aren’t out to set a record. The goal is to protect your body by building strength.

Get Help – do not lift or carry things that are too heavy for you. Do you know how many times you lift the same groceries in one shopping trip? At least five times. Don’t believe me? Think about it.

  1. You take them off of the shelf and put them into your cart.
  2. You take them back out of the cart and put them on the conveyor.
  3. Then you take the bags out of the cart, again, to put in your car.
  4. Fourth time, you take them out of your car and bring them into the house.
  5. Finally (fifth time) you unload the bags to put the items away. That is a lot of lifting! Grocery stores often have people who will load your bags into the cart. That will eliminate one lift. If you have help at home, definitely take advantage of the opportunity. Make it a bit easier on yourself at the store and ask the cashier to pack the bags lightly. Then it is up to you to not carry too many of them at a time.

Watch for Signs – sometimes the very thing we use to make our lives easier can be causing a strain on our joints. Our son learned this lesson the hard way. His backpack for school and athletic bag were so packed full of stuff that he was injuring his shoulder, which was already sore from throwing a ball. He switched to a bag on wheels, which eased the strain.

Have you ever had a purse that was too heavy? Same deal. Get a light weight purse and keep contents to a minimum. Don’t strain your joints. If you feel a twinge in a shoulder, for instance, switch that purse to the other side. Change what you are doing right away so that you don’t do any more harm.

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Nutrition – eat sensibly, keep your weight down and take health-boosting supplements like joint supporting glucosamine – chondroitin – msm supplements.*

Staying hydrated is another key to physical well being. The signs of dehydration can include muscle cramps and/or headache. Keep a water bottle filled so that you sip all day long. 

Sleep – getting a good night’s sleep let’s your body repair and refresh. Is it hard to fall asleep? Try cutting off the use of caffeine earlier and definitely before evening. Slow down your activities as the day comes to a close and unwind before bedtime. If sleep still eludes you, try taking a melatonin supplement.*

Sadly, sleep itself can produce problems. Some of us have experienced muscle and joint pain after a long night’s sleep. That is just so wrong, wouldn’t you say? It is not the way to start a day. If you struggle with muscle or joint aches after sleeping, consider that you may need a new pillow or even a more comfortable mattress.

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*Though these health supplements are over-the-counter products, it is a good idea to consult your medical professional when adding something to your health regimen, especially if you have a pre-existing condition.  

One of the ways to keep from hurting yourself is to stay in shape. Keep moving! #tips

 


Enjoy!


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How To Keep Himalayan Pink Salt From Clumping In The Salt Shaker

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Himalayan Pink Salt - how to keep it from clumping in a salt shaker #DucksnaRow #healthyliving #householdhints #tips

Have you switched to using Himalayan Pink Salt in the kitchen? Its potential health benefits and authentic flavor are exciting but, if you use it in a salt shaker, it clumps a little bit. Here is a simple solution.

 

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Add some dry long-grain rice to the shaker. For an average size salt shaker, 1/4 – 1/2 tsp is all that you need. Dry rice absorbs moisture and the long grains should be too large to go through the holes. Only salt gets through!

So, why are some people excited about Himalayan Pink Salt? It is said that:

  1. Himalayan Pink Salt contains 84 minerals and trace elements that are so good for your health including calcium, potassium, magnesium, copper and iron.
  2. Can improve respiratory problems.
  3. Balances ph levels.
  4. Natural Digestive Aid.
  5. Used as an air purifier.
  6. Sleep aid.

So what do YOU think? Do you use salt at all? Have you switched to pink?  More: Pink Himalayan Salt Benefits

 

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Note: this household hint concerning how to prevent pink salt from clumping is not a nutritional endorsement of the use of salt of any kind. 

 

 

House cleaning tip:  keeping a clean environment in your home is important.  

Until I found my Shark vacuum cleaner, that was a near impossibility.  We had two furry dogs who shed a lot and my vacuum was not doing a very good job, no matter how diligently I tried.  After much frustration, I got a tip from my sister-n-law that Shark vacuums do a GREAT job on everything, including stubborn PET HAIR.  She was so right!  

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How Healthy Are You?

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If someone were to ask you “are you healthy” what would you say? “Yes” “No” “Not Sure” How about this question: Do you FEEL healthy? If you don’t, why?  What’s going on? There can be a multitude of reasons why we are feeling less than healthy–pain, stress, worry, age, poor diet, not enough exercise, sleeplessness, illness, and on and on—but the universal truth is that we all want to feel healthy, all the time. Right? But how?

I first became interested in nutrition when I was much younger. I had just had a baby. I was tired and overweight. A new program had just come on the market that promised quick weight loss with highest nutrition. It was a totally new concept. And it did work. I lost weight and felt great. You can’t feel that good all the time and not be healthier. I was sold on nutrition from that point on. 

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Yes, we all need certain nutrients every day for optimal health but we are not all the same. Our individual level of health may depend on many factors such as the region where we live, our age, our family health history, level of stress, level of exercise, presence of a disease or condition, medications and on and on. ID Life customizes a program that will supply what your body needs, based on these factors. 
How? That’s up to you. Go to their website and answer a simple, confidential assessment survey. Your answers will give them an idea of what your nutritional needs might be.  Based on those answers, they recommend a plan to help you to achieve optimal health. 

The assessment is totally free – no strings attached. You can do it for fun and learn from their recommendations or you can go on to purchase the supplement package recommended for you. Your choice.  

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Lighten Up With Liz!

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Happy Weight Loss Wednesday!
Health & Fitness Expert
Liz Bonis
You know, I just love Liz Bonis!  If you haven’t heard of her, you must get acquainted.  She is the vivacious radio/tv personality of Lighten Up With Liz…and a home grown product of Rochester NY.  A little known fact about Liz: she is a graduate of the school that I work in!  Faith Temple School (now known as Destiny Christian School and Preschool).  She is one of our claims to fame!
Liz is not only a health & lifestyle reporter but she is a registered dietitian, a certified nutritionist, a certified personal trainer, and a diabetes educator. And she had time to get her Masters degree in Communications, as well. 
With boundless energy and a great sense of humor…Liz has the rare gift of bringing joy and laughter to what can be a very touchy subject:  WEIGHT!
So many of us look forward to the interesting anecdotes and funny “asides” from Liz as she has her brief radio conversation every day at 8:15 am with Beth & Chet. We drive to work with her. She fills her show up laughter, the latest in medical studies and really interesting tidbits that you’d “only hear here”!  She researches for us, reads for us, translates medical jargon into just plain English!  We love Liz!  
Liz is seen regularly on TV Channel 12 in Cincinnati . 
She also appears on 13WHAM in Rochester NY and has a very popular 
daily talk show on WHAM 1180 AM radio in Rochester NY.
Here is a nugget, straight from Liz’s website Lighten Up With Liz, that may help you figure out what’s going on if weight loss isn’t coming easily:
The “Dynamic Duo” for Weight Loss
International Journal of Obesity
June 10, 2011
“When it comes to losing weight, we’ve all heard the mantra “eat less, exercise more” right?  But a new report says ther are two other elements critical to successfully losing weight and keeping it off.
In a dual-phase randomized trial of 472 obese people, researchers found that managing stress and treating depression made a big difference to long-term weight loss.
This makes sense if you tend to overeat when you’re stressed out, but even’t if you don’t, if you are finding it a struggle to manage your weight you might want to have your stress and depression levels checked out.  If you can’t remove what’s stressing you, employ a coping mechanism such as exercise.  It may also help ease depression; about one-third of people who exercise on a regular basis find that their mood improves with exercise.”
What’s a coping mechanism for you?  I must confess that mine is usually chocolate! No surprise, huh!  Think I should Liz’s exercise suggestion and see how it goes?  Leslie Sansone DVD, where did I leave you? 
About Liz 

Banish Belly Fat by Liz Bonis

For Tomorrow We Diet by Liz Bonis 
Dining Dangers by Liz Bonis

Recent Posts:
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