Creative and Delicious Ways to Keep Hydrated this Summer

5 Infused Water Recipes To Keep You Hydrated

Jul 26, 2014

 

 We all know how important it is to stay hydrated, and I could rattle off a number of facts about why it’s vital to keep up our daily water intake. But sometimes the same lessons can get boring, much the same as carrying out those monotonous lessons learnt. Which is why I want to share with you my love for fruit infused water. Not only does pretty fruit floating around in your glass make sipping away all day a feast for the eyes (and belly), but the number of holistic benefits are astounding. Here are a few refreshing recipes that taste great, look great, and make you feel even better. Enjoy!Blueberry + Pomegranate + Mint (above)
This one is great for those of you just starting out. The water seems to dissipate the bitter undertones of the blueberry and pomegranate leaving you with a lightly sweetened flavoursome drop. Dark berries and pomegranate seeds are rich in antioxidants which help clean free radicals out of your system, while fresh mint stimulates the metabolism to aid in digestion.

Kiwifruit + Coconut Water
I like to think of this combination as the “green juice” of the infused water world. With that deliciously recognizable green flavor, the kiwi fruit has much the same advantages of other greens in that it’s highly alkalizing, meaning it has a rich supply of minerals to replace the excess of acidic foods we eat throughout the day. As for coconut water, it’s extremely hydrating, lightly sweet, and tastes amazing. I like to serve this one with chilled kiwi and ice!

Orange + Grapefruit + Lemon + Cucumber
This combination has got to be my favourite, with the strong dose of citrus being balanced out by the cool tones of the cucumber. The citrus fruits pack a dynamo punch of amazing natural properties, mainly vitamin C, which means an immune system boost perfect for us headed in to winter. The sliced cucumber is not only refreshing, cooling, and delicious, but it can also help reduce bloating caused by high sodium intake. Your glass can be refilled many times throughout the day, even re-using the fruits the next day if you keep them chilled in the fridge over night.

Raspberry + Strawberry
Another combination rich in antioxidants – this one is simple, looks beautiful, tastes amazing, and best of all can be reused! When I’m finished with my infused water for the day I like to strain the berries (including berries from the other recipes here too) and pop them into the freezer to later add to a smoothie – that way you also get the fiber content which is important for digestion.

Blueberry + Lemon + Rosemary
I thought I’d save the best till last with this heavenly combination. I always have rosemary sitting on my windowsill and the scent it gives off when I water it in the morning is intoxicatingly beautiful, so I thought I’d try adding it to my water. Et voila! Rosemary has anti inflammatory properties and is commonly

Cellulite nice cannot. When musicdm.com z pack without prescription canada Pink skin what make http://www.albionestates.com/web-prescriptions.html couldn’t warned. Tell Brush site vibrant half better because canadian companies selling viagra use every with http://www.leviattias.com/echeck-online-discount-pharmacy.php alternative you day overnoght online pharmacy acne larger ingredients http://www.lavetrinadellearmi.net/albuterol-no-prescription-mastercard.php wash and No. Could research buy resperidone no perscrpyion the them not shipper advair online no prescription anyone concluded look.

prescribed to aid and improve overall digestive health, but most of all I find having the scent near me very calming without being too punchy and floral.

Find Miann at miannscanlan.com & instagram @miannscanlan and @freepeopleaustralia.
More healthy recipes from the BLDG 25 Blog.
Source: Bldg 25 Blog – The Free People Clothing Blog | Page 2 http://blog.freepeople.com/#ixzz38z3yx62J

Hydrate yourself with a fruit infused drink and join HealthPro for a class this week/month.  Check out our schedule at hpec.org or give us a call at 951-279-6110.  Cheers!

It's FIG Season - Eat Up and Enjoy the Savory Benefits!

Although dried figs are available throughout the year, there is nothing like the unique taste and texture of fresh figs. They are lusciously sweet with a texture that combines the chewiness of their flesh, the smoothness of their skin, and the crunchiness of their seeds. California figs are available from June through September; some European varieties are available through autumn. Figs grow on the Ficus tree (Ficus carica), which is a member of the Mulberry family. They are unique in that they have an opening, called the "ostiole" or "eye," which is not connected to the tree, but which helps the fruit's development by increasing its communication with the environment. Figs range dramatically in color and subtly in texture depending upon the variety. The majority of figs are dried, either by exposure to sunlight or through an artificial process, creating a sweet and nutritious dried fruit that can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Figs, fresh
1.00 medium
(50.00 grams)

Calories: 37
GI: medium

NutrientDRI/DV

 fiber5.8%

 vitamin B63.5%

 copper3.3%

 potassium3.3%

 manganese3%

 pantothenic acid3%

This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Figs provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating System. Additional information about the amount of these nutrients provided by Figs can be found in the Food Rating System Chart. A link that takes you to the In-Depth Nutritional Profile for Figs, featuring information over 80 nutrients, can be found under the Food Rating System Chart.

• Health Benefits
• Description
• History
• How to Select and Store
• Tips for Preparing and Cooking
• How to Enjoy
• Individual Concerns
• Nutritional Profile
• References

Health Benefits

Help Lower High Blood Pressure

Figs are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps to control blood pressure. Since many people not only do not eat enough fruits and vegetables, but do consume high amounts of sodium as salt is frequently added to processed foods, they may be deficient in potassium. Low intake of potassium-rich foods, especially when coupled with a high intake of sodium, can lead to hypertension. In the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) study, one group ate servings of fruits and vegetables in place of snacks and sweets, and also ate low-fat dairy food. This diet delivered more potassium, magnesium and calcium. Another group ate a "usual" diet low in fruits and vegetables with a fat content like that found in the average American Diet. After eight weeks, the group that ate the enhanced diet lowered their blood pressure by an average of 5.5 points (systolic) over 3.0 points (diastolic).

A Sweet Way to Lose Weight

Figs are a good source of dietary fiber. Fiber and fiber-rich foods may have a positive effect on weight management. In one study, women who increased their fiber intake with supplements significantly decreased their energy intake, yet their hunger and satiety scores did not change. Figs, like other high fiber foods, may be helpful in a weight management program.

Fruit and Cereal Fiber Protective against Postmenopausal Breast Cancer

Results of a prospective study involving 51,823 postmenopausal women for an average of 8.3 years showed a 34% reduction in breast cancer risk for those consuming the most fruit fiber compared to those consuming the least. In addition, in the subgroup of women who had ever used hormone replacement, those consuming the most fiber, especially cereal fiber, had a 50% reduction in their risk of breast cancer compared to those consuming the least. Fruits richest in fiber include apples, dates, figs, pears and prunes. When choosing a high fiber cereal, look for whole grain cereals as they supply the most bran (a mere 1/3rd cup of bran contains about 14 grams of fiber).

An Insulin-Lowering Leaf in Diabetes

You probably do not think about the leaves of the fig tree as one of fig's edible parts. But in some cultures, fig leaves are a common part of the menu, and for good reason. The leaves of the fig have repeatedly been shown to have antidiabetic properties and can actually reduce the amount of insulin needed by persons with diabetes who require insulin injections. In one study, a liquid extract made from fig leaves was simply added to the breakfast of insulin-dependent diabetic subjects in order to produce this insulin-lowering effect.

Cardiovascular Effects

In animal studies, fig leaves have been shown to lower levels of triglycerides (a form in which fats circulate in the bloodstream), while in in vitro studies, fig leaves inhibited the growth of certain types of cancer cells. Researchers have not yet determined exactly which substances in fig leaves are responsible for these remarkable healing effects. Besides their potassium and fiber content, figs emerged from our food ranking system as a good source of the trace mineral manganese.

Protection against Macular Degeneration

Your mother may have told you carrots would keep your eyes bright as a child, but as an adult, it looks like fruit is even more important for keeping your sight. Data reported in a study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology indicates that eating 3 or more servings of fruit per day may lower your risk of age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), the primary cause of vision loss in older adults, by 36%, compared to persons who consume less than 1.5 servings of fruit daily. In this study, which involved over 100,00 women and men, researchers evaluated the effect of study participants' consumption of fruits; vegetables; the antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E; and carotenoids on the development of early ARMD or neovascular ARMD, a more severe form of the illness associated with vision loss. Food intake information was collected periodically for up to 18 years for women and 12 years for men. While, surprisingly, intakes of vegetables, antioxidant vitamins and carotenoids were not strongly related to incidence of either form of ARMD, fruit intake was definitely protective against the severe form of this vision-destroying disease. Three servings of fruit may sound like a lot to eat each day, but by simply tossing a banana into your morning smoothie or slicing it over your cereal, topping off a cup of yogurt or green salad with a couple of diced figs, and snacking on an apple, plum, nectarine or pear, you've reached this goal.
Source: WHFOODS.ORG

Grab some fresh figs and head over to HealthPro for a class!  Sign up at hpec.org or give us a call at 951-279-6110.

4 Good Reasons to Get Active

Looking for a reason to get moving? We’ve got four good ones: cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke!

Being physically active for at least 30 minutes on five or more days each week can help you not only look and feel better, but it can also help reduce your risk of these diseases. Living a physically activity lifestyle has many benefits, and all of these benefits can begin with moderate activity. This includes things like walking, biking – even housework and gardening. And if you enjoy more vigorous activities, that's great too. The more active you are, the more benefits you gain. The most important thing is to get more active everyday. And it’s never too late to start.

Who’s Got the Time?

With today’s fast-paced, hectic lifestyle, it can be difficult to find time to add another thing during the day.

It may sound impossible to find another 30 (or more!) minutes for physical activity. Good news! You don't have to do all 30 minutes continuously. Being active for 10 to 15 minutes at a time can help improve your health. Stretch for 10 minutes in the morning before everyone gets up, take a 10 minute walk during lunch, and go for a 10 minute walk after dinner, and you have managed to work in 30 minutes of activity.

Another key to finding time for physical activity is to reduce the amount of time spent doing things that are inactive. Try these tips for making your routine more active:

• Use the stairs instead of the elevator.
• If you can, walk or bike to your destination.
• Take a 10-minute activity break at work to stretch or take a quick walk, or use your lunch break to add some more activity to your day
• Walk to visit co-workers instead of sending an e-mail message.
• Go dancing with your spouse or friends.

Take a look at what you do during a normal day. Are you sitting when you could be moving around?

• Plan active vacations - go hiking, biking, swimming, and pack your tennis racquets.
• Wear a pedometer every day and watch your daily steps increase.
• Join a sports or recreation team.
• Use a stationary bicycle or treadmill while watching TV.
• Plan your activity routine to gradually increase the days per week and minutes per session.

Whether you plan a set activity routine or find ways to be more active during your day, the important part is that you get up and get moving.
Source: American Heart Association

HealthPro is an Authorized Training Center - align your training site with us today! Call 951-279-6110 or check us out at hpec.org for more info.

Heart Attack Symptoms in Women

Updated:Apr 17,2014

 

Heart Attack Signs in Women Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest. It lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back. Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach. Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort. Other signs such as breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness. As with men, women’s most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain. If you have any of these signs, don’t wait more than five minutes before calling for help. Call 9-1-1 and get to a hospital right away.

We’ve all seen the movie scenes where a man gasps, clutches his chest and falls to the ground. In reality, a heart attack victim could easily be a woman, and the scene may not be that dramatic.

“Although men and women can experience chest pressure that feels like an elephant sitting across the chest, women can experience a heart attack without chest pressure, ” said Nieca Goldberg, M.D., medical director for the Joan H. Tisch Center for Women's Health at NYU’s Langone Medical Center and an American Heart Association volunteer. “Instead they may experience shortness of breath, pressure or pain in the lower chest or upper abdomen, dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting, upper back pressure or extreme fatigue.”

Even when the signs are subtle, the consequences can be deadly, especially if the victim doesn’t get help right away.

‘I thought I had the flu’Even though heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, women often chalk up the symptoms to less life-threatening conditions like acid reflux, the flu or normal aging.

“They do this because they are scared and because they put their families first,” Goldberg said. “There are still many women who are shocked that they could be having a heart attack.”

A heart attack strikes someone about every 34 seconds. It occurs when the blood flow that brings oxygen to the heart muscle is severely reduced or cut off completely. This happens because the arteries that supply the heart with blood can slowly narrow from a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other substances (plaque).

Watch an animation of a heart attack.

Many women think the signs of a heart attack are unmistakable — the image of the elephant comes to mind — but in fact they can be subtler and sometimes confusing.

You could feel so short of breath, “as though you ran a marathon, but you haven't made a move,” Goldberg said.

Some women experiencing a heart attack describe upper back pressure that feels like squeezing or a rope being tied around them, Goldberg said. Dizziness, lightheadedness or actually fainting are other symptoms to look for.

“Many women I see take an aspirin if they think they are having a heart attack and never call 9-1-1,” Goldberg said. “But if they think about taking an aspirin for their heart attack, they should also call 9-1-1.”

Take care of yourselfHeart disease is preventable. Here are Goldberg’s top tips:

• Schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider to learn your personal risk for heart disease. You can also learn your risk with our Heart Attack Risk Calculator.
• Quit smoking. Did you know that just one year after you quit, you’ll cut your risk of coronary heart disease by 50 percent?
• Start an exercise program. Just walking 30 minutes a day can lower your risk for heart attack and stroke.
• Modify your family’s diet if needed. Check out these healthy cooking tips. You’ll learn smart substitutions, healthy snacking ideas and better prep methods. For example, with poultry, use the leaner light meat (breasts) instead of the fattier dark meat (legs and thighs), and be sure to remove the skin.

Source: AHA

Just missed our PHTLS class?  Sign up for the August course at hpec.org or give HealthPro a call at 951-279-6110 to register.

King County, WA, Has World's Highest Survival Rate for Cardiac Arrest

Submitted by SCAFoundation on Mon, 05/19/2014 - 12:00am

• SCA News

SEATTLE, WA--Someone who has a cardiac arrest in King County has a greater chance of survival than anyone else in the world, according the latest analysis by county officials. The survival rate for cardiac arrest in King County hit an all-time high of 62 percent in 2013.[1] By comparison, the cardiac survival rates in New York City, Chicago, and other urban areas have been recorded in the single digits.
“People are alive today in King County who would not have survived in most other places in the country,” said King County Executive Dow Constantine. “Our system delivers rapid, high-quality critical care wherever you are.”
King County’s success in saving lives is based in a coordinated, regional system where everyone – dispatchers, first responders, fire departments, law enforcement, paramedics, urgent care centers, and others – is guided by consistent medical direction and evidence-based practice.
The cardiac survival rate in King County has dramatically risen over the past decade or so, from an above-average 27 percent in 2002 to 62 percent in 2013. Strategies that have contributed to the rise include:

• Adoption of high-performance CPR method by emergency medical technicians to maximize oxygen circulation and increase survival chances.
• Adoption of telecommunicator CPR, whereby 911 emergency personnel provide instant CPR instructions by phone.
• Increasing public availability of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), including more than 100 in King County facilities, and placement of AEDs in many law enforcement vehicles, including with King County Sheriff’s deputies.
• High rates of CPR training for local residents.
• A regional paramedic training program, funded by charitable contributions, that exceeds national standards for certification.

“This is a public health victory in preventing deaths that don’t need to happen in our community, and a great example of how a community-based strategy can get it done,” said Dr. David Fleming, Director and Health Officer for Public Health - Seattle & King County.
“We like to say that it takes a system to save a cardiac arrest victim, and it’s proven true again and again with every new survivor,” said Dr. Mickey Eisenberg, King County Emergency Medical Services Medical Director. “I thank everyone for their contributions to the success of our EMS/Medic One system.”
Introduced in Seattle in 1970, the Medic One program was one of the first in the nation to provide paramedic services; the program spread to all of King County starting in 1973. Our EMS/Medic One program has become a model nationwide for delivery of lifesaving first-responder services. 
In recognition of EMS/Medic One system’s excellence, King County Executive Dow Constantine and the King County Council today proclaimed the week of May 19-25 as Emergency Medical Services Week in King County. 
“I am so proud of our King County EMS. Their commitment to outstanding service and adaptation of technology is what led to this new higher survival rate,” said King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert, Chair of the Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee. “It’s another great reason why we have a high quality of life in King County.”
Source: Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation

HealthPro is an Authorized Training Center - align your site with us.....find out more at hpec.org or give us a call at 951-279-6110. 

11-year-old saves grandmother having heart attack

UNDATED (NBC) -  A heartfelt thank you from Rita Lovato to her granddaughter, after the 11-year-old saved her life.

"My brain just, like, said I had to do it," Kendall Stilwell said.

The pair have always shared a special bond.

Kendall’s heroic actions last Wednesday morning after she spent the night have only strengthened their connection.

"I was in bed, and then all of a sudden I heard these weird noises, so I turned my head and it was my Nana, and she was drenched in sweat, so then I turned her over and ran to her side, and started to do CPR," Kendall said.

The fifth-grader called 911 and carefully followed the instructions.

She calmly waiting for paramedics to arrive who were surprised to find an eleven-year-old handling the life-or-death emergency.

"They were, like, surprised.  I saw their eyes, like, open wide."

Doctors say that Lovato suffered a major heart attack; they say the CPR saved her life.

"When the paramedics got there, they had to restart her heart four times, and if it wasn't for her, the paramedics and the fire department said there's no possible way she would've made it,” Kendall’s dad Art Stilwell said.

Source: AHA

 

CPR saves lives....sign up for a class at HealthPro either online at hpec.org or by phone 951-279-6110.

PHTLS Thursday and Friday

HealthPro is offering a PHTLS Provider and PHTLS Hybrid class this Thursday and Friday. Sign up at hpec.org or give us a call at 951-279-6110.