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Published on Leave a comment on Moderate Movement and Walking and Outdoors: How They Can Help You in Your 70s and 80s

By Janet Vargas - Independent Natural Health Researcher 30+ Yrs
With Assistance from an AI App

In this Research, I covered Liver Health and Digestive System (Exercise Wise) Eye Health (Generally Helpful) Heart and Brain and Mood Level also (Contributing To) These things do not perform Miracles but along with a Sensible Diet and Good Sleeping Habits are Advantageous in Our 70s and 80s.

This Information Article Is Divided In Three GROUPS Of Questions
In RED To Help You Navigate and Review Them Anytime
You Wish To Find Something:)

MY FIRST BASIC QUESTIONS WERE
Does Moderate Moving Around in the House and 5-8 Minute Walks
10-15 Minutes after Meals 3 Times a Day Help With These Things?

Can They Help to Protect Your Liver?

Yes. Moderate movement around the house combined with three 5–8 minute walks after meals can help protect against nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, especially when done consistently.

The effect isn't dramatic from the walks alone, but it can be meaningful over time because physical activity:

  • Improves insulin sensitivity.
  • Helps control blood sugar after meals.
  • Reduces the amount of fat the liver stores.
  • Supports weight maintenance or weight loss.
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Published on Leave a comment on 18 Liver-Friendly Foods You Can Add To Your Weekly Rotation

By Emilie Richardson-Dupuis

A Little Love for a Very Busy Organ

Your liver does a lot behind the scenes, so it’s only fair to give it meals that don’t make its job harder. In general, liver-friendly eating leans toward fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, fiber-rich foods, and healthy fats rather than sugary drinks, heavily processed foods, and lots of saturated fat. Of course, food isn’t a cure-all, and anyone with liver disease should follow medical advice, but these 20 everyday foods can be a smart place to start. 

Look After Your Liver
Foods That Are Good For It

Leafy Greens

Spinach, kale, collards, and Swiss chard are easy wins when you’re trying to eat in a liver-friendly way. They bring fiber, vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds to the plate without asking for much effort. You can toss them into smoothies, soups, omelets, salads, pasta dishes, or anywhere that could use a little green. 

Oats

Oats are simple, filling, and full of fiber, which makes them a great weekly staple. They’re especially handy at breakfast because they can keep you satisfied without relying on heavy, sugary options. You can dress them up with fruit, nuts, cinnamon, or a spoonful of yogurt. …

Published on Leave a comment on The Use Of Weedkiller Glyphosate At Harvest Time

By Anna Lamche BBC

Hi Folks, I will be checking this out in Australia. This is what's going on in the UK. They buy Glyphosate and RoundUp like we do in Australia. I do know that Oats are Harvested this way here in Our Country - Except for Organic Oats, so please try to buy those instead. I always do because I like my Oats. There are the Aldi ones, Macro in Woolworths, Red Tractor at Coles, and More at reasonable prices. Do please buy Rolled Oats rather than Quick Oats because the Valuable Nutrients are thrashed out of them whereas Organic Rolled Oats help to give you Good Wholesome Nutrition along with Whole Milk over Low-Fat Milk which is better for you Nerve Cells and Brain Cells, and Raw Honey, very Nutritious over Processed Honey which is Heat Treated and often Fake.

PS: I did Check and Verify this is practiced in Australia too - pretty wide spread. And I will Research Further, to give you an idea of what Companies don't practice this Dry Before Harvest method for Easy Harvesting - a Convenience Routine. Give me a little time please.…

Published on Leave a comment on Fructose Alters Hundreds Of Brain Genes, Which Can Lead To A Wide Range Of Health Conditions

HERE IS A STRONG ARGUMENT AGAINST BUYING THOSE 2 Litre BOTTLES OF So-Called HEALTHY FRUIT JUICES and ESPECIALLY DRINKING THEM STRAIGHT (undiluted) OR HAVING THEM OFTEN. AN OCCASIONAL SERVE OF 120ml DILUTED WITH WATER IS OK and BETTER FOR WEIGHTLOSS TOO. BECAUSE THERE IS "Free Fructose" IN FRUIT JUICE THAT AFFECTS OUR BRAIN and PANCREAS and MICROBIOME and WEIGHTLOSS EFFORTS. NOT A GOOD THING. WHEREAS WHEN WE HAVE A PIECE OF FRESH FRUIT OR FROZEN FRUIT, THE FRUCTOSE IS INTACT WITH THE FRUIT FIBRE THAT KEEPS IT IN CHECK, SO IT DOESN'T MISBEHAVE IF WE KEEP OUR FRUIT INTAKE MODERATE. A LEADING NATURAL HEALTH ADVOCATE DR JOSEPH MERCOLA ALERTED PEOPLE and MADE THEM AWARE OF THE SERIOUSNESS OF FRUCTOSE ISSUES YEARS AGO WITH A PROFESSOR AS HIS GUEST, WHO WAS ENGAGED IN A LOT OF RESEARCH ON THIS. HAVE YOU EVER NOTICED THE IMMENSE AMOUNT OF HFCS (High Fructose Corn Syrup) THAT FOOD MANUFACTURERS USE IN SO MANY FOODS and DRINKS and SNACKS? IT'S CRIMINAL. THEY ARE MAKING PEOPLE SICK. THEY USE A LOT OF Maltodextrin AND Dextrose TOO, WHICH AFFECT OUR BRAIN and PANCREAS and WEIGHT ADVERSELY and MICROBIOME ALSO.…

Published on Leave a comment on 10 Things You Can Do Every Day To Support Your Brain Health and Things To Watch Out For

by Sara Moniuszko, USA TODAY

Want to protect your brain health as you age? Experts say there are things
you can do that make a difference.

According to the Alzheimer's Association's annual report released earlier this month, many health factors can influence brain function later in life. For example, daily behaviors that benefit physical health − like regular movement, good sleep and a nutritious diet − also play a central role in delaying cognitive decline.

While the organization notes it's "never too early or too late to start" incorporating these habits, it's particularly relevant during Midlife, when the long-term implications of a "cognitive reserve" are more apparent.

"Cognitive reserve works like a mental savings account: The more one adds to the account throughout life, including in their late 30s through their early 60s, the more they can withdraw later if the brain is affected by cognitive-related diseases," the report adds.

To help maintain a healthy brain, incorporate some or all of these habits into your life, the organization suggests:

  1. Challenge your brain. Keep mentally active through new or challenging activities, the organization suggests. Examples include learning a new skill or language, reading difficult material or learning to play a challenging strategy game.
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Published on Leave a comment on Good Secrets and Bad Secrets When Shopping – Saving Your Pocket and Health. Do See!

Hi Friends, I've been finding some ways of Protecting Our Health when Shopping and also some ways to Save Our Pocket. In the USA, there are Lots of Dodgy Products and there are Whistle Blower YouTube Channels that Expose them. We have 2 or 3 of those here now for Australian Shoppers.

I also discovered why Aldi's is so Cheap with their Products and they don't Cheat on Quality or Standards, in a Video I came across on YouTube before starting my day. So I will place it here immediately before I have my breakfast for you, and I will add Other Content to this page gradually as I Research further, OK?

AUSTRALIA'S THREE MAINLINE SUPERMARKET PRACTICES

This Video is about Good Practices not Bad Practices in Aldi and Surprising.

11 Aldi Shopping Secrets Only Employees Know
Australia Food Exposed

This Video Exposes Dodgy Practices of Coles and Woolworths

The Dirty Secret Behind Australian Supermarkets (What They Do at Night)
Australia Food Exposed

The 2 Videos above will help you to be knowledgeable about Aldi Shopping and advantages, and the Duopoly Tricks of Coles and Woolworths that they were in trouble for 2-3 years ago and are again with the ACCC presently.…

Published on Leave a comment on Smart Frozen Veggie Picks For Managing Inflammation – Fresh Veggies Too!

I would like to show you, there are better ways to go with Food than Takeaways and Premade Meals - especially if you have certain Health Needs that need to be addressed with REAL FOOD that has proper Nutrients . Some people's Health is in not a good way because they keep having Takeaways and Premade Meals. I just found this Article to place in the Blog for you. I generally have 50/50 Frozen and Fresh Veggies and the same with Fruits.

Tasty Veggies With Nutrients Locked In
Ditch The Premade Meals

Smart Frozen Veggie Picks For Managing Inflammation

By Mie Moller Bie  - MSN

Frozen vegetables aren’t just convenient. Many of them are loaded with Inflammation-Fighting Nutrients that can support Gut Health, Immunity, and long-term disease Prevention.

According to Dietitians and Research-backed sources, these Freezer staples are just as Nutritious as Fresh and make it easier to eat well every day.

1. Mushrooms

Frozen mushrooms are a great source of beta-glucans and phenolic compounds that help reduce inflammation and support immune function says MDPI Nutrients. They’re easy to toss into stir-fries, pasta, or soups.

2. Kale And Collard Greens

According to EatingWell, these leafy greens retain their nutritional value even after freezing.…

Published on Leave a comment on Study Finds Shoe Choice May Affect Osteoarthritis Differently

By Ida-Marie Palm Varaek MSN

According to Medical Xpress, researchers Kade Paterson and Rana Hinman discuss two clinical trials published in Annals of Internal Medicine.

The most recent study published in Annals of Internal Medicine (1) followed 120 people with hip osteoarthritis.

 Participants wore either flat, flexible shoes or stable, supportive shoes for six months.

The researchers found no meaningful difference in pain reduction between the two groups.

However, a 2021 study published in Annals of Internal Medicine (2) involving 164 people with knee osteoarthritis showed different results.

In that trial, participants who wore stable, supportive shoes experienced greater pain relief while walking than those wearing flat footwear.

Together, the findings indicate that footwear recommendations may need to be tailored to the specific joint involved.

There Are More Comfortable Shoes To Wear These Days
Try Them!

How footwear influences joint load

According to the researchers, shoes change how forces move through the legs during walking.

Biomechanical studies show that raised heels shift body weight forward and increase stress on the knee joint.

Even moderate heel heights have been linked to higher knee loading compared with walking barefoot.

Stiff soles and arch support can also affect how forces are distributed.…

Published on Leave a comment on Is It Safe To Eat Sprouted Potatoes? A Toxicologist Settles It and How To Keep Them Better

By Isadora Baum – EatingWell

Here's what you should know before cooking that green or sprouted spud.

Key Points

  • You should throw away sprouted potatoes to avoid potential glycoalkaloid poisoning.
  • Glycoalkaloid poisoning may cause stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea and, in severe cases, fever.
  • Storing potatoes in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from sunlight, is best.

Sprouted and Green Potatoes Are Toxic
Not Worth The Risk!!!

Potatoes are a nutritious and versatile vegetable—whether fried or mashed, they're delicious in all forms. Those little spuds pack plenty of health benefits and are rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. And while most potatoes are completely safe to eat, potatoes that have sprouted or have green spots contain a higher level of a natural toxin that might make you sick after consumption. That's why it's best to monitor the appearance of the potatoes you're storing.

Lauren Harris-Pincus, M.S., RDN, author of The Everything Easy Pre-Diabetes Cookbook and The Protein-Packed Breakfast Club, explains, "Potatoes contain two kinds of glycoalkaloids, both natural toxins, called solanine and chaconine, and while the whole potato contains these glycoalkaloids, the concentration is highest in the eyes, green skin and sprouts that form."…

Published on Leave a comment on Feijoas: The Cute Little Fruit That Tastes Really Good and Benefits Your Health!

Feijoa that little green fruit that grows on a shrub type tree, they're absolutely gorgeous! Closely related to Guavas, they are often referred to as the Pineapple Guava. These small green fruits are reminiscent of kiwis. They are egg-shaped, and the inner flesh can be scooped out and eaten along with the pulp and seeds. The texture is similar to a pear while the flavor is slightly citrusy and sweet.

Wow, what a Tasty Little Fruit!

Feijoas are best enjoyed when soft and ripe. They grow mostly in South America, Brazil, Australia and New Zealand and grow on a species of the Myrtle tree. The flowers are exceptionally pretty and the fruit is about the size of an egg – some bigger, some smaller, depending on the variety. The flesh has a sweet aromatic, juicy flavor, which tastes like a combination of pineapple, apple and mint. They have a clear gelatinous pulp just like guavas, with a pleasant grainy texture that makes for a taste sensation.

Whether you are eating the fruit for its health benefits or its exotic taste, you will benefit from its impressive nutrient content. There is a high level of vitamin C as well as a diverse selection of B vitamins and trace amounts of vitamin E, K and A.…