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"Fitness and Nutrition Information" February 2007— Issue #2

Welcome to Healthy Are We!

We are excited about our newsletter. The articles are designed to help you and your family have a healthy lifestyle.

This month we are discussing Anti Aging Nutrition and 7 Easy Remedies to Soothe Nighttime Heartburn and Indigestion !

We have also included a great recipe for Indian Curry Chicken This simple curry chicken recipe is low in fat but high in taste.

Best wishes,
Jim

In This Issue:
Feature Article: Anti Aging Nutrition Back to Top

Your body is your temple, and what you give it nutritionally can have a vast impact on your health. As the body ages, many changes take place, and by taking in the proper vitamins and minerals, you can minimize the negative health effects that you experience as you grow older. In this article, we'll mention some of the important nutrients that one needs to intake as they age to help keep in proper health.

As you age, your body's ability to properly process the vitamins that you eat decreases. For that reason, it is important to increase the amounts of vitamins that you intake. Since osteoporosis occurs in those of an older age, it is of the utmost importance to ensure that your body gets enough Vitamin D. While those in their twenties only need to take in 200 IUs of Vitamin D per day, those aged 60 and above are recommended to take in about 600 IUs. The B-Vitamin Complex is also an important vitamin that our body loses the ability to process over time. A lack of B vitamins can lead to a risk for heart disease and possible memory loss, and for that reason, those of an older age need to make sure that they get all the B vitamins that they can get. Calcium is also a particularly important nutrient when it comes to aging; along with Vitamin D, it helps the bones to mineralize properly, warding off the effects of osteoporosis.

When it comes to actual foods that you should eat to avoid aging significantly, a diet that is high in both fruits and vegetables is recommended. Those who indulge in these types of foods often are found to have lower rates of disease as well as higher levels of energy and a healthier appearance. There are many reasons that these types of foods are recommended; most fruits and vegetables have no cholesterol, fat, or sodium, which are three harmful compounds that have a negative effect on health. In addition to the lack of bad substances found in fruits and vegetables, they are also rich in the vitamins and minerals that your body needs. Practically every essential vitamin and mineral can be found throughout the fruit and vegetable world, and a minimum of five fruits and vegetables per day are recommended by the National Cancer Institute.

Anti-oxidants are also important when it comes to aging; this type of compound is useful in the way that it helps the body to protect itself against the harmful effects of free radicals, which are rogue cells that attack the cell membranes of your body, causing premature cell death. Many fruits and vegetables include anti-oxidants, including carrots and tomatoes. Following these basic principles is a great way to get your health on track as you age, helping you to ensure that you will live a healthy life.

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About the Author
Jonathon Hardcastle writes articles for http://4aginginfo.com/ - In addition, Jonathon also writes articles for http://4alternativehealthinfo.com/ and http://iweatherworld.com/

Article: 7 Easy Remedies to Soothe Nighttime Heartburn and Indigestion Back to Top

Who hasn't bolted upright in the night, awakened by a sudden and terrible burning sensation in the pit of their stomach? Whether you indulged in some overly spicy chili, or overdid it on those late-night leftovers, these quick heartburn remedies will soothe your fiery stomach and help you get back to sleep!

  1. The first thing you'll want to do when you're awakened by heartburn pain, is to stand up. This helps keep the acid at bay while you go and get a full glass of cool water.
  2. Drink the whole glass of water, and follow it with a mixture of 1 tablespoon of baking soda, and half a glass of water. Be careful though, if you have high blood pressure or are pregnant, this can cause water retention or increase your blood pressure.
  3. DON'T drink milk or suck on mints to relieve heartburn. Milk might feel nice and cool going down, but it actually contains fats and proteins that cause your stomach to secrete MORE acid and make your heartburn worse! Mints, while they may feel soothing, actually relax the small valve between your esophagus and stomach, whose purpose it is to actually KEEP acid at bay! When this valve is relaxed, more acid can seep up and aggravate heartburn symptoms!
  4. This is going to sound strange, but downing a teaspoon of vinegar can help soothe heartburn immediately! Why give your stomach MORE acid when it already seems to have enough, you ask? Sometimes, heartburn is caused as a result of too little acid, and vinegar helps quell indigestion by giving your stomach a little extra "juice" (no pun intended!) to do its job!
  5. Certain foods can cause nighttime heartburn, including: soda pop or beverages with caffeine (which you shouldn't be drinking before bed anyway!), alcohol, garlic, chocolate (sorry!), citrus fruits, tomatoes and tomato-based products. Avoiding these types of food can help ease your indigestion if you frequently find yourself awakened with that intolerable burning!
  6. Eating a banana each day works like an antacid to soothe heartburn. If you're already stricken with indigestion, eating pineapple or papaya (or drinking the juice) can help settle your stomach naturally. Some people also claim that eating a teaspoon of mustard (yuck!) can work immediately.
  7. Avoid eating at least two hours before you go to sleep. Those late night snacks can keep your stomach busy all night and prevent you from easing into a deep, restful sleep. You may also find that sleeping on your left side or sleeping at a somewhat upright angle can keep acid down where it belongs.

If you are awakened by heartburn on a regular basis, or the pain is severe, or if you have heartburn with vomiting, you'll want to consult your doctor immediately as it may be a sign of a more serious condition such as an ulcer. Above all, avoid spicy, fatty and caffeine-containing foods before bed, and you should be able to drift off to sleep easily.

Sweet dreams!

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Quote of the Month Back to Top

"Some day, in years to come, you will be wrestling with the great temptation, or trembling under the great sorrow of your life. But the real struggle is here, now, in these quiet weeks. Now it is being decided whether, in the day of your supreme sorrow or temptation, you shall miserably fail or gloriously conquer. Character cannot be made except by a steady, long continued process."

Phillips Brooks

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This Month's Recipe: Indian Curry Chicken Back to Top

Indian Curry Chicken (serves 4)

This simple curry chicken recipe is low in fat but high in taste.

Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
small amount of flour for dredging
salt and pepper
Olive oil pan spray
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
a 14 1/2 ounce can of whole tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions:

Cut chicken breasts into 1 inch cubes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, dredge lightly in flour, and set aside.

Spray the inside of a medium covered stockpot with pan spray and place over medium-high heat. When hot, add the olive oil and let it heat up. Then add the chicken pieces, and sauté for a few minutes until just starting to brown. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for a few minutes until the onions begin to wilt. Add the tomatoes with their juice, and the red pepper flakes, ground coriander, ginger and curry powder. Stir, cover the pot, and simmer over low heat until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Before serving, adjust the seasonings, and stir in the fresh cilantro and lemon juice.

Cucumber Yogurt Salad is an excellent choice to serve with Indian Curry Chicken.

Nutritional Analysis per Serving:
Calories: 220
Protein: 29 grams
Fat: 6 grams
Carbohydrate: 12 grams

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