Stress Free Life by Wayne Dyer, PhD

Stress has become so ingrained in modern life that many people assume that tension and anxiety are normal and unavoidable. Not true.

There is nothing natural about living a life filled with stress and anxiety. Our bodies react with elevated blood pressure, increased heart rate, indigestion, ulcers, headaches, breathing difficulties and other negative responses. Believe it or not, our natural state is joy. Here's how to return to that state and live a more tranquil life.

Understand that you are the source of your stress. Stress and anxiety are choices that we make to process unpleasant events rather than entities that are waiting to invade our lives. If you blame outside forces for making your life stressful, you'll only make stress more difficult to beat.

When you admit that your own mind is the source, stress becomes manageable. You always have a choice -- do I stay with the thoughts that produce stress within me or do I work to activate thoughts that make stress impossible?

For example, I had to drop off a prescription at the drugstore, and the customer ahead of me was asking the pharmacist a series of, what seemed to me, inane questions. I started thinking, There's always someone just ahead of me in line who asks silly questions or fumbles with money or can't find what's needed.

I knew that was a signal to change my inner dialogue. I reminded myself of my intention to live a stress-free life. I stopped judging and actually saw the virtue in having to take a moment and slow down. My emotion shifted from discomfort to ease, making stress impossible at that moment.

Expel stressful thoughts. Stress feeds upon itself when left unchecked. Break the cycle of anxiety by banishing a stressful thought from your mind. Take a deep breath, and visualize yourself stamping "Next" or "Cancel" across the thought and pushing it out of your way.

If you're in a bad mood, repeat "I want to feel good" until you believe it. Then say, "I intend to feel good" until you feel better. These new responses eventually will become habitual and replace your old habit of responding in stress-producing ways.

Sometimes, particularly worrisome thoughts run through your head. Here is what you could say to yourself instead.

I have so many things to do that I can never get caught up. Instead, say, "I'll only think about the one thing I'm doing right now and will have peaceful thoughts."

I can never get ahead in this job. "If I choose to appreciate what I'm doing, I'll attract even greater opportunities."

I worry about my health problems. "I live in a universe that attracts healing, and I refuse to focus on sickness."

I can't be happy when the person I love has abandoned me. "I choose to focus on what I have rather than on what I'm missing. I trust that love will return to my life."

I feel uneasy about the economy. I have lost so much money already. "I choose to think about what I have, and I will be fine. The universe will provide."

My family members are making me feel anxious and fearful. "I choose thoughts that make me feel good, and this will help me uplift those family members in need."

I don't deserve to feel good when so many people are suffering. "I didn't come into a world in which everyone is going to have the same experiences. I'll choose to feel good, and, by being uplifted, I will help eradicate some of the suffering.

Return to your happiest moment. Visualize a scene from your past that brings you joy. For me, it's a dock on a Michigan lake where I spent time with my family as a child. For others, it might be the greatest moment of a high school athletic career... the face of a loved one... a tree-lined road... even making love.

When you feel overwhelmed by stress, picture this happy image for several moments. Your mind naturally will return to the joyous mental state that you experienced originally.

Stop taking yourself so seriously. Next time you're anxious about something trivial, take a step back and laugh at yourself for thinking that the problem is worth getting worked up over.

Example: Feel the anxiety building inside you because you're stuck in traffic? Ask yourself what you were going to do with the five minutes you lost that was so important.

The world operates on its own time, not yours. If you plant tomatoes in your garden, they'll ripen when they ripen -- wanting a tomato any sooner won't change anything. Yet in many phases of our lives, we expect the world to operate on our timetable and we become stressed when it doesn't. Realize you will never get it all done. There always will be something else to do or accomplish. Your desires, goals, hopes and dreams will never be finished -- ever. As soon as you realize one dream, another will most assuredly pop up. The secret is to live more fully in the moment.

Live in a state of gratitude. It's impossible to be stressed and appreciative at the same time. Consider all the things that you have achieved in your life -- your family, career success, anything that makes you proud and happy -- and be grateful for them. Then search for a way to appreciate whatever currently is causing you stress. Perhaps the person in front of you who is driving too slowly is saving you from a speeding ticket or a traffic accident.

Meditate. Nothing relieves stress, anxiety and depression like silence and meditation. The stillness of meditation relaxes the mind and gives us strength. Take time every day for moments of relaxation and quiet contemplation.

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Third Hand Smoke

The Newest Smoking Hazard

Are you concerned about the dangers of 2nd hand smoke?  Well now there’s even more reason to be concerned, 3rd hand smoke. That’s the term being used to describe the invisible yet toxic combination of gases and particles that cling to smokers’ hair and clothing, as well as cushions and carpeting, that lingers long after second-hand smoke has cleared from a room.

The residue includes heavy metals, carcinogens and radioactive materials that young children can get on their hands and ingest, especially if they’re crawling or playing on the floor.  It’s not only unpleasant, it’s a health threat.

In this month’s issue of Journal Pediatrics, doctors from Mass General Hospital for Children in Boston used the term “third-hand smoke” to describe the particles that remain after visible smoke is gone, and which especially pose a risk to infants and children.

Everyone knows that second-hand smoke is bad, but they don’t know about this,” said Dr. Jonathan P. Winickoff, the lead author of the study and an assistant professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School.

Third-hand smoke is what one smells when a smoker gets in an elevator after going outside for a cigarette, he said, or in a hotel room where people were smoking. “Your nose isn’t lying,” he said. “The stuff is so toxic that your brain is telling you: ’Get away.’”

The study shows that any exposure to smoke has the potential to cause harm.  There are carcinogens even in third-hand smoke, and they are a risk for anybody of any age who comes into contact with them.

So what is the best approach to 3rd hand smoke for parents with young children?  Avoidance.  If you smoke you should try to quit or smoke only outside the home.

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Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid

The aging process can be a bit complex. If we live long enough, we will start to feel and see changes in our bodies. Some parts may get a little loose, while others may stiffen up or seem to dry out. Science proves that the aging process is definitely much more difficult to accept than it is to fully understand.

 

In fact, scientific researchers have found a natural compound that is found in our bodies, which seems to naturally diminish as we age, yet when used as a supplement in our diets can reverse and revive our bodies back to the more healthful, energetic, and pain-free state that we all need and want. This complex compound is Hyaluronic Acid and its restorative properties are simply amazing.

 

Hyaluronic Acid has Exceptional Benefits Including:

 

Skin Enhancement

Hyaluronic Acid is a conduit for greater elasticity in the skin. It has the ability to resist being compressed and is essential as a protecting agent for the structures underneath the skin.

 

Additionally, it serves in a lubricating capacity which allows for the collagen fibers to be able to move more readily as bones and joints are used. Many health and beauty products contain Hyaluronic Acid for adding fullness and moisture to skin which gives it a more youthful and healthy appearance, especially around eyes, lips, and areas prone to wrinkle.

 

Joints and Cartilage

In order for the body to function optimally, Hyaluronic Acid must be presented, either naturally or through a nutritional supplement. Hyaluronic Acid provides the moisture, elasticity, and lubrication that is integral for proper body movement. As people age, so does the level of Hyaluronic Acid in their bodies.

 

It is essential that they ensure adequate levels of this powerful component or else people may experience severe inflammation and stiffness in their joints. Hyaluronic Acid provides the body with the exact components that it needs to increase mobility and decrease pain due to joint and cartilage conditions.

 

Considered to be one of the most effective components for joint health, Hyaluronic Acid has many additional benefits including its role as a lubricant in the vitreous humor portion of the eye, its elastic properties in maintaining the connective tissues in the umbilical cord that connects a mother and child, and as an integral part of many topical solutions that help to protect and fight infections in the skin.

 

If you are looking a product that will relieve the pain and damage to your cartilage and joints, Joint Relief Complex may be your answer. It contains Hyaluronic Acid; in additional to several other powerful ingredients formulated to help you live the pain free life you deserve.

 

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What Chemicals are in Your Drinking Water

Everyone knows how important it is to drink enough water. It’s one of the most basic and fundamental elements necessary for our survival.  It is recommended that every adult drink a minimum of 6-8 glasses of water each day.  But before you take that next sip out of your tap, you may want to learn what is really in the water you’re drinking.  It might be hiding a surprising array of chemicals.

 

A recent study analyzed the drinking water for more than 28 million Americans.  The results showed a widespread, but low-level presence of pharmaceuticals and hormonally active chemicals.

 

The study was conducted at the Southern Nevada Water Authority in Las Vegas.  The study screened tap water from 19 US water utilities for 51 different compounds. The surveys were carried out between 2006 and 2007

 

The 11 most frequently detected compounds - all found at extremely low concentrations were:

• Atenolol, a beta-blocker used to treat cardiovascular disease.
• Atrazine, an organic herbicide banned in the European Union, but still used in the US, which has been implicated in the decline of fish stocks.
• Carbamazepine, a mood-stabilizing drug used to treat bipolar disorder.
• Estrone, an estrogen hormone secreted by the ovaries.
• Gemfibrozil, an anti cholesterol drug.
• Meprobamate, a tranquilizer used in psychiatric treatment.
• Naproxen, a painkiller and anti-inflammatory.
• Phenytoin, an anticonvulsant that has been used to treat epilepsy
• Sulfamethoxazole, an antibiotic used against the Streptococcus bacteria.
• TCEP, a reducing agent used in molecular biology.
• Trimethoprim, an antibiotic.

 

Who Regulates our Tap Water?

The US government regulates the levels of pathogens in US drinking water, but there are no rules for pharmaceuticals and other compounds, apart from one: the herbicide atrazine.

 

Which states have the most contaminants in their drinking water?

1. California
2. Wisconsin
3. Arizona
4. Florida
5. North Carolina
6. Texas
7. New York
8. Nevada
9. Pennsylvania
10. Illinois

 

Is Bottled Water a Better Alternative?

Bottled water is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which has weaker regulations than the Environmental Protection Agency requires for tap water.

 

Also, FDA rules exempt waters that are packaged and sold within a single state -- which describes between 60 percent and 70 percent of all U.S. bottled water. About one out of five states don't regulate these waters and carbonated water and seltzer are also exempt.

 

Even bottled water that is regulated may still be contaminated. The Sierra Club reports that the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) tested 103 brands of bottled water and found contamination exceeding allowable limits in about one-third of the brands, including toxins such as arsenic, synthetic organics and bacteria.

 

The NRDC also found that about one-fourth of bottled water is actually bottled tap water (some say it's as much as 40 percent).

 

Choices for Cleaner Water?

The best way to ensure your tap water is as clean as possible is to install a water filter.  It can reduce the impurities and contaminants and provide you with cleaner, better tasting water.  They are easy to install and can be purchased at any local hardware or home improvement store.

 

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Top 10 Foods to Lower Your Cholesterol

High cholesterol can be caused by several factors, some you can change, and some you can’t. Heredity can play a big part. Some people can have a perfect heart-healthy lifestyle, and still have elevated cholesterol because their bodies naturally make too much of it.

But for most of us, changes to our eating habits can significantly improve cholesterol levels.  In fact, studies show you can slash your bad cholesterol by as much as 10% to 20% by making changes to your diet.

You should start by including foods in your diet that are rich in healthy fats like vegetable oils and fish. And avoid foods high in saturated fats and trans fats.

How Do You Know Which Foods to Include in Your Diet?

Here is a list of the top 10:

Oatmeal and Whole Grain Cereals
Oatmeal and whole grain cereals contain soluble fiber, which reduces your low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the "bad" cholesterol. Soluble fiber appears to reduce the absorption of cholesterol in your intestines. Ten grams or more of soluble fiber can help decrease your cholesterol.

Walnuts and Almonds
Studies have shown that walnuts can significantly reduce blood cholesterol. Rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, walnuts also help keep blood vessels healthy and elastic. Almonds are also a good option. But remember, all nuts are high in calories, so a small handful will do.

Salmon and Fish Oil
Research has supported the cholesterol-lowering benefits of eating fatty fish because of its high levels of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids also help the heart in other ways such as reducing blood pressure and the risk of blood clots. Doctors recommend eating at least two servings of fish a week. The highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids are found in mackerel, lake trout, herring, sardines, albacore tuna and salmon.

Olive Oil
Olive oil contains a potent mix of antioxidants that can lower your "bad" (LDL) cholesterol but leave your "good" (HDL) cholesterol untouched.

The Food and Drug Administration recommends using about 2 tablespoons (23 grams) of olive oil a day to get its heart-healthy benefits.

Avocados
The National Cholesterol Education Program states that consuming 2 grams of plant sterols a day, in conjunction with a saturated fat diet may reduce LDL cholesterol by as much as 5 to 15 percent.  Good natural sources of plant sterols are avocados and sunflower seeds.

Blueberries
Blueberries contain an antioxidant called pterostilbene (similar to resveratrol, found in grapes and red wine), which is known to have effectively lowered cholesterol levels in animals. These berries also contain many other powerful nutrients and are rich in fiber.

Broccoli
Broccoli, Cauliflower and Cabbage not only have a lot of fiber and vitamins; they are loaded with indoles, compounds useful in fighting high cholesterol.

Raw Garlic
This fragrant spice that adds flavor to all our foods is clinically proven to lower the LDL cholesterol significantly. Eating raw crushed garlic is extremely beneficial to your heart.

Yogurt
Several studies have shown the probiotic Lactobacillus Acidophilus and Lactobacillus Reiteri found in yogurt actually help lower cholesterol by preventing the reabsorption of cholesterol back in to the blood stream.

Tomatoes
Tomatoes contain lycopene which is great at stopping the oxidation of LDL cholesterol. Studies have shown that large consumption of lycopene can reduce cholesterol levels.

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Ubiquinol

The Highly Absorbable form of CoQ10

Finally, after years of research, the world’s largest CoQ10 producer has succeeded in developing Ubiquinol, an active, highly absorbable form of CoQ10. Healthy Choice Naturals is excited to offer you this exceptional form of CoQ10 with up to 8 times the absorption of regular CoQ10 at an outstanding price.

What is CoQ10?

CoQ10 is a vitamin like compound that is produced naturally in the human body and is also found in most living organisms.  It is also called Ubiquinone, meaning that it exists everywhere in the human body.  CoQ10 plays an important role in your body’s energy production and is an essential component of the mitochondria, where it helps to metabolize fats and carbohydrates and maintain cell membrane flexibility.  It is also involved in several key enzymes that are used to create ATP, and the energy transfer between the mitochondria and cells.  Your body could not function without CoQ10.

CoQ10 was initially discovered in 1957. At the time, researchers uncovered two forms of CoQ10, Ubiquinone & Ubiquinol.  It was soon determined that Ubiquinol was the active form of this enzyme.  Unfortunately, at the time, scientists were not able to formulate a stable form of Ubiquinol.  However, they were able to formulate a stable form of Ubiquinone, also known as CoQ10.  That is…until now.

Finally, more than 50 years later, scientists finally succeeded in developing Ubiquinol, an active, more absorbent from of CoQ10.

What are the Benefits of Supplementing with CoQ10?

• Improves Heart Health
• Strong Immune Enhancing Effects
• Increases Energy Levels
• Improves Athletic Performance and Endurance
• Helps Maintain Periodontal Health
• Supports Hearing and Equilibrium
• Protects Against Adverse Effects of Drugs
• Reduces Free Radical Damage, Powerful Antioxidant
• Protects Liver Cells Against Toxicity
• Helps to Regulate Blood Sugar

Why Everyone Over the Age of 30 Needs CoQ10:

CoQ10 is required for you to convert fats and sugars into cellular energy, however natural production of CoQ10 declines sharply with advancing age. When your body has ample amounts of CoQ10, the mitochondria (Cellular Energy Centers) can work more efficiently throughout your entire body, including your heart.

CoQ10 is also a potent antioxidant, helping protect the proteins, lipids and DNA of mitochondria from oxidation, and supporting mitochondrial function.

Why Should You Consider Taking Ubiquinol Instead of CoQ10 (Ubiquinone)?

Supplementing with highly absorbable Ubiquinol is recommended if you have any of the following:

•  Are age 40 or Above
• Suffer From Diabetes or Liver Disease
• Experience  Chronic Fatigue or Low Energy on a Regular Basis
• Use 10mg or More of Statin Drugs Daily
• Are on an Anti Aging Regimen
• Currently Taking Large Doses, 150-400mg of Conventional CoQ10

Ubiquinol Has Up to Eight Times the Absorption of Regular CoQ10

8 Times Better! What does that Mean?

Since Ubiquinone is poorly absorbed into your bloodstream, once it has been absorbed into your body, it has to be converted to Ubiquinol before it can become useful in your body. This is a long process.

Because Ubiquinol is an active form of CoQ10 it is readily absorbed & assimilated into your bloodstream, and does not have this "rate limiting" step of having to be converted into another substance prior to being absorbed.  It is absorbed into your body much more readily and stays in the blood stream longer.
Improve your health today with Healthy Choice Naturals Ubiquinol. You will find this superior supplement as well as wide array of valuable products offered at the best available prices at HealthyChoiceNaturals.com, or find out more information about the benefits of CoQ10 and Ubiquinol