Here's some information I thought I'd share with you all on Walking for Stress Relief - Walking Questions and Walking Tips~

(From Prevention's Complete Book of Walking by Maggie Spilner.)

To your health and enjoy your nature walks!~

Detour long-term problems related to stress

By JENN GEAREY, OTTAWA SUN

WHETHER it's tuned to AC/DC or Yanni, we all have our own internal frequency that puts us in an exultant sound zone.

The marketing of sound has always been successful -- the music business is proof of that. Modern science is now recognizing just how healing the right sounds can be and a new sound market is quietly emerging.

ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN) -- Linda Lewis says that when she had back surgery two years ago, her surgeon didn't do what was best for her health; he did was best for his bank account.

If Linda Lewis had known of her surgeon's financial ties to a device maker, she'd have sought a second opinion.

Exercise gives you endorphins...Endorphins make you happy ~

Here is an interesting article from AOL about the benefits of exercise (as little as 20 minutes) for our wellness and happiness! ~

Getting a good cardio workout helps normalize your sleep cycle," says Dr. Keck. Sleep disturbances not only affect your mood, it is often a contributing factor to depression.

Question:

Have there been any scientific studies done that prove negative and hostile environments can affect how quickly our bodies are able to heal?

Answer:

(NaturalNews) Are you searching for quick ways to improve your concentration and performance? Do you need to stay alert and focused? How about improving your level of performance without caffeine and sugar? To stay alert and smart, your brain needs glucose. But grabbing a sugary snack to improve your mental energy will not work in the long run.

If I may share another article from Encinitas Magazine I found of interest! ~

"Singing Bowls: A Concert for Your Soul - by Elizabeth Ireland

Have you ever closed your eyes and listened to music? The experience is different for every person, striking a unique chord inside you - especially when the instruments are ancient, singing Tibetan bowls.

It seems the latest health buzz word is Acai ~ I found an interesting article from Encinitas Magazine about this beneficial berry! ~

"On any given day, deep in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, several thousand berry harvesters shimmy up palm trees, plucking purple berries, plopping them into baskets, which will be loaded onto boats headed for processing plants.

The California ban on restaurants using trans fats is a big topic of discussion where I live ~ There are a handful of cities that have also placed similar bans but California will be the first state to do so ... Not only is it a health concern but also affects the economy as well - Here is one of the articles about the ban ~ Be well, be blessed ~

For centuries, the black seed and its oil has been used by people in Asia, Africa, the Middle and Far East to promote health and fight disease. It has been traditionally used to treat a variety of ailments and conditions related to respiratory health, stomach and intestinal complaints, kidney and liver function, circulatory and immune system support and to improve health in general.

It's already in place in Germany and it's coming here too. Yes, the Codex Alimentarius or "food laws" which will restrict every American and Canadian from being able to buy natrual health products, things like garlic and vitamin C, unless they get a prescription from a doctor first. RIP Your Freedom.

We are told we need vaccinations to be protected against flus, and other potential virus outbreaks. But there has been increasing controversy about the effectiveness as well as the safety of these vaccinines - especially for children.

Did you know...

By David Derbyshire
Last updated at 2:26 AM on 15th July 2008

Two months ago Clem Fennell was fading fast.

DAT RIGHT!! - me's backs w/ some more interestin' stuff me's discovered da other day -- Only this time....It Somethin' Healthy's!! ;)

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