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Fueling Options for Sports Events

Before, during and after events, be sure to hydrate with cool liquids in small amounts,early and often.  According to Les Wong, Shaklee’s VP of Health Sciences, Shaklee Corporation, Shaklee has been working with Elite Athletes for over 30 years.  Shaklee Powered Athletes have won over 100 medals in the Winter and Summer Olympic games along with many other elite athletic competitions.  Sports drinks like Shaklee Performance can be especially helpful but should first be tested in training before use in competition.
Pre-Event:  Nutritious foods including sandwiches, salads, fruits, and Shaklee Cinch Meal Bars or Snack Bars are best consumed 2 – 4 Hours before exercise.  More rapidly absorbed Nutritional Shakes including Cinch Shakes or Meal Shakes may be consumed as little as 1 Hour before a event depending on an individual’s digestive comfort.  Continue hydration right up to the start of training or competition  (Energy Chews may be considered an energy boost 15-30 minutes prior to competition.)

During:  Continue hydration every 15 – 30 minutes, depending on conditions. For events lasting more than an hour, nutrition bars, gels and rapidly digested carbohydrate rich foods, including fruits like bananas, apples and bagels, may be consumed in addition to fluids.

Post Event:  Protein, carbohydrate, and fluids should be consumed immediately after exercise to maximize muscle energy refueling, muscle repair and ,muscle rebuilding.  Physique is proven to trigger the body’s anabolic state and enhance the body’s recovery process in response to exercise.  Continue to hydrate post-exercise and consume additional Physique (or other foods) an hour or two after exercise, especially if you have daily or multiple workout sessions.

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Fighting Diabetes with Diet, Shaklee Supplements & Exercise Works!

I wanted to share this testimony with you about how Shaklee Nutrition has changed Leddy’s life!  As you can see in his testimony, he went from not only feeling bad with Diabetes and high numbers in his Cholesterol, A1c and such, to feeling better than he has felt in years and on NO Medication! 

The purity, quality and potency of Shaklee products is attested to in Leddy’s letter.  As I have said before in this blog, Diet, Exercise and Wise Shaklee Supplementation can make a difference in your life.  It has in mine!  Changing Brands Can Change Your Life.

“Shaklee nutrition products work and here is proof!  Hello, My name is Leddy V.

I have a family history of diabetes – my mother, father and brother are all diabetics. I have always felt good, kept my health in check and got annual checkups with my family physician. It wasn’t until August 2007 that I was diagnosed with this disease. I had not been feeling good – mostly just tired all the time, sleepy all the time and I could never get enough water! When I was diagnosed, my blood sugar was over 700 and my A1C was 12. Even my doctor could not believe these numbers!

I immediately started taking a number of medications- insulin, metformin, a diuretic, etc. to try and get my sugars under control. Even with a significant change in my diet (I had an enormous sweet tooth before and ate a lot of red meat), I could not get my daily sugars under 180-200. The “normal” range is anything less than 150 – with numbers closer to 100 being ideal. Worse than this, I felt horrible. I felt more tired than before and depression became a part of my life. I was taking 7 medications daily because after taking many of the diabetes meds, my cholesterol was out of whack too. I was desperate and really looking for anything to help me.

In January 2009, my wife convinced me, begrudgingly, to attend a Shaklee meeting with her. My wife is a 2nd generation Shaklee kid as her family has used Shaklee products for more than 25 years. She had always tried to get me to take my health more seriously – but I was a naysayer and skeptic (which is an understatement) and would never even take a vitamin. We have always used the Shaklee products in our home during our 9 year marriage- but I never thought I needed any supplements or vitamins.

 However, it was during this meeting that I was introduced to Vivix. I learned about the mechanism of action and how it was supposed to work at a cellular level in the body. I also had the opportunity to hear from Jim, a Presidential Master Coordinator, about Vivix and about Shaklee’s science behind the product. Finally, I heard from a 70+ year old lady that was also a diabetic. She had been a diabetic for as long as she could remember and had been on medications for most of her life. She reported that she had been taking Vivix and had seen a dramatic decrease in her blood sugar levels – now to the point that she was actually no longer on ANY medications. My only thought at that point was…if I could just cut my medications and 3 daily injections in half, I would consider it a success.

So – on the ride home that Saturday, I agreed to try Vivix Liquid Dietary Supplement. I was skeptical but desperate. I began taking the product in late January. While taking the product, I began to research resveratrol. I couldn’t believe the research and science that had been done on this one ingredient!

 I also started listening to more information from Shaklee. I had the opportunity to hear Dr. Jamie McManus here in Phoenix in March 2009. She talked about the state of health today in the US – and diabetes was definitely a topic. Dr. Jamie recommended a high quality protein for diabetics (like Cinch) and also Vitalizer for a healthy balance of nutrients. I decided to add these products to my daily regimen.

I was very dedicated to monitoring my blood sugar daily and noticed, after about 60 days, that my levels were, in fact coming down. I was consistently below 170 and nearing the 150 mark. I could not believe what I was seeing – or how I was feeling! More energy, better quality of sleep, and better overall health.

I continued on this regimen and after about 4 months, I started to decrease my injections because my sugars were getting too low! When I went in to see my endocrinologist, my A1C had lowered to 8 and my sugars were definitely within range. Even better, my cholesterol was not just within normal ranges – I was on the low end of the range for LDL and triglycerides. So I continued to wean myself off my meds until my blood sugar levels were consistently normal – with my doctor’s help.

I now take NO medications at all – and continue to take my Shaklee vitamins and protein. I added extra B Complex and OmegaGuard as well.

Shaklee has given me my life back and I feel better today at 51 than I have felt in many years. Turns out, there really is something to this nutrition stuff! That’s my story. I hope it is helpful.

Below is what I currently take in Shaklee Supplementation:

 

2 teaspoon VIVIX one morning & one night

1-Vitalizer Strip (80 Bio-optimized vitamins and minerals)

10 Tablets Alfalfa Complex

1 to 2 tablets B-Complex

4 soft gels OmegaGuard

2 tablets NutriFeron  Immune Support

In addition to the above…..I take the Cinch Inch Loss Plan for 2 meals daily (breakfast and lunch) Cinch Shake Mix: Soy Protein I do mine with water you can use milk or soy milk, coconut milk,

2 capsules Glucose Regulation Complex    This is what I take to regulate my Blood sugar along with a 3 to 4 mile walk every other day and one good meal for supper (no fast food at all)

Leddy V. from Scottsdale”

 Stay Well!   Elise

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Body Mass Index–Is it an Accurate Obesity Measure?

We all are bombarded with information about BMI, Body Mass Index and personally, I find BMI  a frustrating measure.  I have seen policemen with more muscles than I could count, no fat anywhere, being told on a BMI chart that they are Obese!  Really?!  So when Dr McManus sent this letter I felt I finally had additional options of finding out body fat percentage.  Enjoy Dr McManus’ article.

This is from  Jamie McManus, M.D., FAAFP Chair of Medical Affairs, Health Science, & Education, Shaklee Corporation.

Body Mass Index — Is It the Best Measure of Obesity?

For decades, public health officials and doctors—including myself—have relied on Body Mass Index (BMI), a number calculated using height and weight, to categorize people as overweight to obese. That’s because we know in most cases BMI correlates highly with body fat and serves as a good gauge for assessing one’s risk for diseases, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and several other diseases.

However, what you may not know is that BMI is not a perfect measure. In some cases it may actually overestimate body fat—especially if you’re an athlete or body builder with a lot of lean muscle mass. If you’re older or have low bone density, it may actually underestimate body fat. In fact, some researchers believe the use of BMI may be leading us to underestimate the already out-of-control obesity rates here in the U.S.

A recent study revealed that almost half of adults whose BMI placed them in the overweight category (BMI 25–29.9) actually would be considered obese if their body fat percentage were taken into account!

So how do you test for your body-fat percentage? There are several ways to determine this number, which may very well be the best way to assess where you fall along the overweight-to-obese continuum. Here are the top four methods:

Hydrostatic under water weighing is considered to be one of the most accurate methods (the “gold standard”), but has its limitations. For one, it requires that you exhale as much air from your lungs as possible before being immersed for 10 to 15 seconds under water, and two, it’s not widely available.

Bioelectrical impedance is based on the fact that lean body tissue is much more conductive than fat tissue because of its higher water content. A bioimpedance meter is attached to the body and measures the body’s ability to conduct current. It’s noninvasive but less accurate than underwater weighing.

Skin-fold measurements also are less accurate, but are commonly used by nutritionists and dietitians. Several skin-fold measures are taken on different sites on the body using a caliper device, then used to calculate body-fat percentage. Look for someone well trained in this method as large inaccuracies can occur due to technician error.

DXA, known best for its utility in measuring bone density, also has been used in clinical and research settings to measure body composition. Today you may find it used in weight loss clinics, with professional sports teams, and even on reality TV! NBC’s The Biggest Loser ™* has used this method to chronicle the dramatic weight loss of the show’s contestants.

So, although not perfect, BMI is a useful starting place to assess your body weight. Combine this with body-fat testing, and together you’ll have a more accurate picture of whether you are at a healthy weight (and body fat), or if you are overweight or obese. You can’t attack a problem if you don’t know you have a problem, so let’s all be accountable for our weight since it is such an important predictor of health. And remember, too, that if you are overweight, even modest changes in body weight (5%–10%) can help lower your risk of weight-related diseases and improve your health.

*All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Be well!

Jamie McManus, M.D., FAAFP   Chair of Medical Affairs, Health Science, & Education

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Cinch, Brad Lamm, Dr Oz and Weight!

In 2011, Shaklee teamed up with Brad Lamm, a board-registered interventionist who has worked on The Oprah Winfrey Show in addition to his spot as a regular contributor on The Dr. Oz  Show.   Brad has a Powered By Shaklee  Tourbrand-new book, Just 10 Lbs,in which he provides insight into the various emotional triggers that may result in weight gain and/or get in the way of weight loss.

His focus is on “just getting started,” beginning with “just 10 pounds!” Brad loves Cinch and uses Cinch products every day; he mentions this in the book. So don’t get overwhelmed by the number of pounds you may need to lose. Just focus on those first 10. And when you’ve accomplished that, you can stand up to the next 10.

Today, over 65% of American adults are overweight – an alarming statistic! Overweight is established using an individual’s height and weight to measure body mass index, or BMI. An adult with a BMI of 25 or higher is considered overweight.

So where are you with your weight? Is your BMI less than 25? If not, it is time to get serious and get “Cinched”! If you’re already at a healthy weight, reach out to those around you who aren’t. Click here to read more about Brad’s book – an invaluable tool to help you on your Cinch path.

The products in the Cinch Inch Loss Plan are formulated to help you break the vicious diet cycle. To lose weight the right way, you need to prevent muscle loss.  

Why?    Because Muscle = Metabolism    Cinch contains a proprietary clinically tested LEUCINE formula*    Leucine is an essential amino acid that helps you lose weight the right way

  • It helps the body retain and even build lean muscle
  • It supports a healthy metabolism by preserving muscle

Over two-thirds of adults in the U.S. are overweight or obese, and the associated health risks are staggering. You have the answer.  The Cinch Inch Loss Plan is not only clinically tested, it’s also covered by the 100% Shaklee Satisfaction Guarantee. Shaklee's  100% Money Back Guarantee

What is there to lose, but pounds and inches?  Find out more— Cinch!   Through July 31, 2012, when you commit to purchasing 3 consecutive months of the Cinch Transformation Pack, you will get the 4th month FREE!  There will never be a better time to Transform Your Life!


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Shaklee Corporation is Growing –Join us!

Coming Soon – The Opening of Shaklee Indonesia

We are excited to announce the opening of our Shaklee Indonesia office. On June 10, 2012 we will mark the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the head office in Jakarta.

We expect to be able to commence product sales by September 2012 or earlier, depending on final licensing approvals. The initial product offering will include Vivix®, Vita-Lea®, Energizing Soy Protein, OmegaGuard®, NutriFeron®, Vita-C®, Vita-E®, CarotoMax®, Alfalfa Complex, GLA Complex and Osteomatrix®.

In the meantime, Distributors may participate in Opportunity Meetings and Health Fairs offered throughout Indonesia. All pre-launch activities are being coordinated by the General Manager, Enlie Widjaja, and her staff in the Jakarta office.

To learn more about Shaklee’s Global Opportunities, please contact Elise at Elise@EliseHearn.com   and visit http://Elise.MyShaklee.com

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Is What You are Eating Worth Dying For?

Recently I have a friend who was told she has some per-cancerous cells, cells that are not looking healthy.  Her doctor offered her 3 options if the cells did not look better in a few months.  The three options were Surgery, Steroids, and Chemotherapy.  None of these sound good to me.

What the physician did not offer were suggestions for healthier cells.  The Doctor did nothing to help her change the reason the cells were looking bad to begin with!  It only makes sense that if you keep on doing what you have been doing, you are going to keep on getting what you have gotten.  You cannot keep eating too many calories each day with no exercise and expect to loose weight.  Not going to happen.  Hence the lap-band surgeries and such for the obese.  Oh my!

I sent my friend several pages of suggestions on how to stop or curb cancer’s growth from as assortment of different Natural Physicians, Nutritionists, Bio-Chemists and Cancer researchers.  My friend read through the suggestions and the response was not what I had expected, I can tell you!  Her response was that “these people want me to give up my favorite foods” and I don’t want to do that.

I asked, “So you are telling me that the prospect of loosing your hair, being nauseous, going to the hospital for weeks on end for treatments, being sick, maybe even dying is more appealing than changing your diet so you can live a longer, healthier life?”  Yes, was her response.  I cannot print my un-ladylike response to that answer.

Really, are you taste buds so much in power over your decisions that you cannot give up a few things in moderation to be healthier?   The suggestions for helping your body fight cancer cells and creating an environment where the cancer cells are not being fed included eliminating sugars, dairy and meats.  Cancer cells use glucose, carbohydrates, to grow.  So not eating breads, cookies, cakes and such while fighting cancer is not so bad if you have a quicker, healthier recovery.

Keeping your body as alkaline as possible is also suggested.  I use Alfalfa Complex each day to keep my sinus issues at bay and help keep my system alkaline, so taking that kind of supplements is not an unusual.  Eating fresh fruits and vegetables, avoiding carbohydrates, dairy and bad fats, eating fresh fish rich in Omega3′s and non-GMO soy protein are not bad things!

I just hope others will make a different choice when told they have “ugly cells” and are willing to make a few changes on their own for better health.  Doctors are not taught about nutrition as they should be, nor are they taught other options for getting better.  Doctors are taught to control diseases, not keep you well.  Just the way the system works for the most part.  Thankfully, there are a growing number of Natural Physicians who look at a bigger picture of wellness and disease.

So when you are faced with a similar situation, what will your response be?  Will you decide that eating what you have been eating is worth dying for? Stay well, Elise 

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Are you Prepared?

My last post was about being prepared for power outages, severe storms and earthquakes, etc.  Living in the South, we are bombarded with tornadoes, severe thunderstorms with straight-line winds along with hurricanes!  We even have ice storms and snow storms some winters, so even then we are not safe from interruptions in our daily routines.

Being ready for such an event physically as well as emotionally takes preparation.  In the calm of a pretty day, you have to think about what you will need when the power goes out for a length of time.  When hurricanes and tornadoes knock out power, the need for normalcy becomes acute.  It is then we realize how much we rely on flipping that switch for everything we do.  Our cell phones, iPads, tablets, microwaves, refrigerators, stoves, air conditioners/heaters are all powered by electricity.  Unless you are lucky enough to have a gas stove and a gas fire starter in your fireplace, you will have a hard time cooking and staying warm.

All of our communication tools need cell towers to work, and these have been known to have issues when there are storms.  Wind, hail, ice and lightening can damage or destroy cell towers and power lines.  Some events even take out gas lines!  Oh my.  So how are you going to feed your family, keep them warm or cool,  keep them hydrated,  calm their fears?

Now is the time to get ready.  To power your cell phones, iPads, tablets and such, there are portable solar chargers on the market that allow you to use the power of the sun to charge your laptops, cell phones, tablets and more.  Since the power grid may be down for days or even weeks, the ability to keep these items charged and useful is important.  The internet connection may be down, but the information you have downloaded can be accessed.  There are many solar chargers on the market and TreeHugger.com has an informative article on several options.  Use this link for more information.

After the event, trips to the local grocery store may not be possible.  Stock up your special cupboard with boxes of toilet tissue, paper towels and napkins in water proof bins.  Remove the toilet tissue rolls from the outside plastic and  press them flat, making the center roll as flat as possible.  This way you can fit more rolls into the bin, and when you need to add one to the spindle in the bathroom, the center roll will pop back in to shape.  Same with paper towels.  Just make certain your bin is water proof since you might have to contend with rain and high moisture for a while.

Space Bags work well for keeping paper, clothing, blankets, pillows and such dry and clean. I use them for travel as well as in my home for  linen storage.  Putting down comforters, blankets and extra pillows in a Space Bag makes more room in the linen closet, keeps bugs and dirt out as well as moisture.  So make a small investment in some Space Bags  for emergency storage options.  You will need to make the most of the storage area you choose.  Now with new technology, you can use a vacuum or roll the Space Bags to eliminate the air!   Use this link to find out more.

Don’t forget the pets in your family.  Put away some bedding for them to use when the event happens.  They will need to be warm, safe and dry too.  Rotate their food supply since dry food can get rancid if kept too long so keep fresh food in the bins for them. Don’t forget cat litter.  My kitties are spoiled, liking wet food for dinner and dry food during the day, so my closet is full of their stuff!

Now that I have given you a few ideas, sit and make your own personalized list of things to put into your safe place.  Being ready for the possibility of a catastrophic event makes the reality of the event less horrible.  Having medicines, foods, water and shelter options makes all the difference!  Tents, tarps, tools, camp stoves, candles, wind-up lights and radios, solar powered options and so much more.  The list is yours to make and even more important, yours to fulfill!  Stay well and be safe.

 

 

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“Cinching” Preparation

Being Prepared for storms and severe weather has been one of my ongoing themes since I started this blog.  Living in the South, I have experienced 4 hurricanes whiles living in Central Florida (all in 2004) and more tornadoes than I care to remember, along with ice storms, snow storms and ferocious thunder storms with straight line winds and hail.  Life in the South is not calm when the seasons change, during hurricane season (June 1st- Dec 1st), and any time cold air runs into warmer. moist from the Gulf.

Being prepared for these weather events along with fires and earthquakes just makes sense.  However, lately there has been lots of talk about storms on the sun causing problems with our power grid and such.  So that has brought to mind again the need for being ready for any major event in our area that might knock-out the power for a few days or even weeks.  The tornadoes of 2011 brought close to home the sad fact that power lines, water and gas lines are all fragile when it comes to the strong influences of nature.

Naturally, I want to be as ready for the next event as anyone else.  And that realization that the power grid might be in danger from the actions of the sun, made me realize even more that being prepared is a prudent idea.  Among the items that I intend to add to my small stash of food items are canisters and packets of Shaklee’s Cinch Shake Mixes and canisters of Shaklee’s Instant Protein.

The Cinch Shakesare a full meal replacement, low glycemic, with 24 grams of protein when mixed

Cafe Late Cinch Shake

with milk or soy milk and 23 vitamins and minerals.  What I like about the Cinch shakes and the Instant Protein is that they can be mixed with water just as well as milk.  Since the shake mixes and Instant Protein are lactose free, they are great for everyone in the family.  I often add an additional scoop of the Instant Protein to give me an extra boost on those long, busy mornings when lunch might be delayed.

Another good thing with the Cinch Shakes is they are either non-GMO soy protein or whey protein, your choice.  Natural flavors, no artificial flavors, no artificial colors, no artificial sweeteners.  Also, the canisters are sealed, dated with an expiration date and are 15 servings per canister.

Once you have finished the shakes, you can then reuse the canister for storing other items.  I use them in my pantry for rice and noodles.  The labels peel off easily, and then I add my own so I know which canister is holding  what!  If you have children, the canisters would be great for holding small toys like Lego’s, crayons, doll clothes and such.

To go along with the Cinch Shakes there are Meal-in-a-Bar meal replacement bars as well as snack bars.  The Meal-in-a-Bars are again full meal replacements, easy to store and great to eat! So follow this link to learn more about the Shaklee Cinch Shakes, Cinch Meal-in-a-Bar, Instant Protein and more.  Having good, nutritious foods to eat in for survival is important.  Knowing that your family has good tasty options in time of stress is comforting.  So plan ahead, stock-up on enough Cinch for a few days or a week or more.  Rotate your supply each week, keeping the stored emergency Cinch as fresh as possible!

To go along with the Cinch Shakes, etc, I am adding another bottle Shaklee’s Basic H2 Super Organic Cleaning Concentrate to my next order.  I use Basic H2 each day for washing dishes, cleaning counter tops, cleaning up after the cats and more.  Since it is so concentrated, a 16 ounce or 32 ounce bottle will last for a really long time normally.  However, in an emergency situation where hot water and general cleanliness might be harder to keep, the larger the bottle of Basic H2 the better.  Remember to also add some of the spray bottles so you can dilute the Basic H2 for dishes, windows, general cleaning and de-greasing.

I am adding another bottle of Shaklee’s Basic G Concentrated Germicide for those extra dirty days of having to keep things clean in difficult conditions.  Basic G not only is a germicide it also cleans as it gets rid of germs.  Bacteria, fungi, and viruses can wreak havoc on your family’s health and safety. Used as directed, Basic-G tackles over 40 of these pesky microbes, including several animal viruses. That makes it an excellent choice for use in the kitchen, bathroom, or pet area. In addition to being economical – one quart makes up to 64 gallons – it’s also EPA registered.

For ease and convenience during a disaster, both Shaklee’s Basic H2 and Basic G come in handy to use wipes.  Tuck a few of these in your emergency kits along with the larger concentrate bottles.  The convenient bio-degradable wipes will be easy to use on small jobs, making life a little easier.

Thinking about being without power for a few weeks as well as the possibility of not having access to grocery stores, banks or gas stations drives home the need to keep on top of what is stored at home.  When the first hurricane hit in 2004, Charlie it was named, the area around me was without power for week or longer, in August!  I was lucky that my power came back on in about 24 hours since I lived between 2 hospitals and power was restored to them quickly.  Gas stations were without power as were the grocery stores and banks for a while.  Therefore, think ahead, keep the gas tank of the car as near to full as possible, keep some cash in a household safe, and fill-up the larder with Shaklee’s great products, some nuts, water, pet food, first aid kit, solar powered flashlights, solar powered radios, (alternative power radios & lights from C Crane are great!) and anything else that comes to mind!  Preparation is necessary.

 

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Just how Toxic is Your World?

In a recent article, Dr Richard Brouse, explored some of the sources of Toxicity in our lives and the unfortunate consequences of this toxicity.  Not only are there many different sources of toxins, there are also many levels of toxicity! Oh my…

There are many sources of toxins in our busy industrial world.  From automobiles to the food we eat, toxins are in our word.  Yes, I said the food we eat.  Farmers are using more and more pesticides, herbicides and GMO plants.  The pesticides and herbicides linger in the food and ground water, making there way into our bodies on a daily basis.  People are having allergic reactions to foods now due to the GMO process.  The combining of genes from one plant to another is creating new allergies and sensitivities that have not existed before.

Water, air, plastics, cosmetics, building materials, fabrics, detergents and fabric softeners, household cleaners, carpets, personal care items and air fresheners are just a partial list of possible chemical pollutants that we encounter each day.  Also, we need to remember the prescription drugs we take along with over the counter medications that we take.  All have ingredients that our bodies have to filter and discard.  And each time you eat food from a plastic container, you ingest chemical pollutants.

Now when we eat our food, let’s not forget items like food coloring, artificial flavorings, processed flours and sugars, preservatives, stabilizers and more.  So I think the message here is to eat as much organic foods as possible, avoid processed foods and filter your water.

Using as many natural, organic products as well as cooking with glass if you use a microwave will help us have a healthier life.  Many toxins can be avoided if we change to natural cleaners for the house and laundry.  Clothing and bedding washed in toxic detergents are major sources of toxins since our skin in the largest organ of our body. Taking care of yourself, staying in wellness rather than disease care will make your life better and healthier.  For more information on Toxins in your life, visit www.greenhome-healthyyou.com/

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Helmets–The New Tornado Accessory

The newest accessory for Tornadoes seems to be Helmets!  I have been talking about severe storm safety for years, being prepared for a weather event, earthquake or fire seems prudent.  I have talked about having clothing, food, water, sleeping gear, medications, flashlights, candles, fuel for stoves, food & medications for you pets, cash on hand, important papers in fire-proof boxes or safety deposit boxes and so much more.

But in all that time using a helmet to keep your head safe never came to mind.  I never played sports, so I have not used a helmet.  When I was a child, we rode bikes without helmets, played at recess without helmets and still lived through our child hood.  But now there has been more and more evidence that wearing a helmet during a tornado can save your life!  Wow.

Seems that most deaths or serious injuries occur when falling, flying debris hits your head.  We are told to go to the basement if we have one or an inside room with no windows.  But even being in our safest place, the house around us can come apart and debris starts flying.  We had graphic evidence of the dangers of flying debris in the April 27, 2011 tornadoes.  So many people died from head injuries.

So get a helmet for everyone in the family.  Bike, baseball, motorcycle, football, whatever.  Put it in your safe place and wear it during any severe storm.  It is the latest fashion accessory for surviving a storm!  Be safe and smart.  You may feel “stupid” while wearing a helmet in your safe place, but “stupid” is better than dumb and dead.  Stay well and safe!

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