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STRESS
For every action, there is an equal
and opposite reaction...
 Imagine: you are under stress
from a project or a situation. You need all your energy, all
your thoughts, all your perfect functioning. BUT, the mere
length of that stress, is actually eating away at your
brain and body -- so that you are not only sub-optimally
functioning on the project, but you are actually destroying
yourself in the process.
Extreme stress releases
cortisol, one of the hormones released by the adrenal glands,
which are long known to be our "fight-or-flight" mechanisms.
However, cortisol (and other adrenal hormones) was created for
our cave-dwelling ancestors to help him run away from a bear!
Cortisol regulates of blood
pressure and cardiovascular function, as well as regulation of
the body's use of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. The body
tries to regulate the biochemicals which are now rushing around;
not only are you dealing with the stressor itself, but now you
have the body completely unbalanced by its own self!
What can we do? (Glad you
asked).
De-stress this way
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"HELP! Why aren't I getting results from my
exercise?"
 Many people ask me, "If I am exercising regularly, why
aren't I getting the results that I want?"
It's a simple request:
'exercise = instantaneous fitness'.
I'd buy that for a dollar
;)
However, bribes aside,
the prescription for fitness isn't based on simple calories burned. There's a mistaken impression
that this is the true fact, but there so much more biochemistry which
goes into your fitness than moving limbs. If you are one of the millions
of people wanting to know how to get better results, faster, stick with
me for this article and you'll be all the healthier (and better-lookin')
for it later.
Get
results >>
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RECIPES ANYONE CAN
DO:
Corn-oat-flax tortillas . . . a very healthy
carb
We are all familiar with both the corn tortillas and the flour
tortillas, but the original ones were of the native corn only, and
except in Northern Mexico, corn tortillas remain the norm and the
staple. I have modified the traditional corn tortilla recipe for
nutritional purposes.
 Tortillas provide a good base for wrapped food:
vegetables, cheeses, & meat taste very good when nestled in a grain
product, and, contrary to the low-carb craze, the body is meant to have
'some' carbs. A tortilla reduces the amount of carbs if a bread is
desired, while this recipe provides some grain for good digestion.
Start cooking >>
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IF I'M SO SMART [at my job], WHY DO I FEEL SO DUMB AT MY
FITNESS?
How to become brilliant... and solve those difficulties which have
been nagging you
In general, most people are embarrassed to go to a
doctor, to look at their own aches and pains, and especially, to
consult with a wellness coach such as myself.
 We are a delightful society of wanting to solve
problems. We really can solve so many problems if we have the knowledge
and capabilities. We are smart, media-informed, we have jobs which make
us think . . . so what happens about our heath?
Become smart in
fitness >>
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BOOKS TO ROCK YOUR WORLD
 Everyone has their
favorite books . . . and sometimes one's books are based
on a sentimental time in one's life, a favorite passion,
or simply a good story. This list is none of those.
(kidding).
This list takes books
of different wellness subjects, and offers them
non-stressfully in case you are interested in good reads
'for your health'.
Some of the health
books have dietary recommendations, but mostly they are
highly educational and will help you understand your
body, your time, and your stress in a whole
different light. I highly recommend each book.
Start
reading >>
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Refresh your body (and your mind) by
drinking a lot of water to
celebrate spring. It will clear your body of wastes, both
cellular wastes and 'bulk' waste. See how refreshed you will
feel! 
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simple, healthy spoonfuls can be put on
oatmeal, in a fruit or protein shake, drizzled on salad, and/or
added to recipes!