Butterfly Life - Bakerview's Health Corner

UGH! The Cold & Flu Season is here!

bflbakerview — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:06:57 +0000

5 Secret Weapons to Boost Your Immunity this Cold & Flu season:

1. Sardines—Build more aggressive white cells & contain Vitamin D

2. Papaya & Carrot Juice—Builds more aggressive white cells

3. Miso Soup—Boosts antibodies & aids in killing bacteria

4. Elderberry—Can block the flu & has antibacterial properties (Tip: don’t eat the berries, just drink the juice)

5. Garlic—Contains Allicin (an ingredient that helps antibodies function better)

Play the clip below & watch Dr. Oz discussing this info! If it does not load instantly, wait a few seconds & it should begin shortly.

From the Dr. Oz Website: Boost Your Immunity

bflbakerview — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:20:09 +0000

Why do we use trampolines?

bflbakerview — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:24:46 +0000

JUMPING FOR HEALTH!

What is Rebounding? Jumping on a trampoline or “rebounding” is a gentle and enjoyable way to exercise, whether you are an active person or not. The bounce of rebounding is an anti-gravity movement that provides you with the freedom of moving, kicking, turning, twisting and stretching your body at your own pace and without pain.

Fitness Benefits:

increases agility & improving balance
reduces fat & cellulite
strengthens & tones muscles
rehabilitates after physical injury
provides aerobic exercise for the heart
increases lung capacity
strengthens eye muscles & improves vision
exerces internal organs

Cardio Benefits:

increases vital capacity
increases potential for oxygen absorption
repays oxygen debt to the cells, tissues & organs more rapidly
increases flexibility of the chest wall (aiding in respiratory function)
decreases resting heart rate & resting blood pressure
increases red blood cell & blood hemoglobin count
opens the small blood vessels of the skin, leading to enlargement of blood flow to moving organs
helps the heart work more efficiently
increases opening of the coronary arteries
lowers blood cholesterol & glyceride levels
thins blood from rebound exercise (decreasing the risk of a heart attack)

Physiological Improvements:

balances hormone levels
minimizes calcium loss from blood stream & storage organs
enhances metabolism
increases absorption of nutrients
improves digestion
decreases risk of constipation, kidney stones & diabetes

Just 5-40 minutes spent rebounding can lead to acquiring the important health benefits that rebounding has to offer!

So, what are you waiting for?!? GET JUMPING!!

*References: Walker, Morton D.P.M. “Jumping for Health: A guide to rebounding aerobics.” 2005.

Do you know YOUR numbers?

bflbakerview — Wed, 06 May 2009 04:38:51 +0000

If not, it’s time to!

Take advantage of this FREE Blood Pressure check
Dr. Dan will be offering a FREE Blood Presure check for all interested right after the Stress Talk.

Let’s Talk Stress!

bflbakerview — Wed, 06 May 2009 04:18:25 +0000

Are you managing yours? Many of us aren’t!

Join us Tuesday, May 19th @ 5:30pm for a 30 minute talk with Dr.Dan from Bakerview Family Chiropractic. Visit www.bakerviewchiro.com to learn more about Dr. Dan’s practice. Located in Bakerview Square.

May is Stroke Awareness Month!

bflbakerview — Wed, 06 May 2009 04:17:11 +0000

Stroke Prevention Guidelines:

Know your blood pressure.
Find out if you have atrial fibrillation.
If you smoke, stop.
If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation.
Find out if you have high cholesterol.
If you are diabetic…Exercise.
Enjoy a lower sodium (salt), lower fat diet.
Circulation (movement of the blood through the heart and blood vessels) problems.
Know the Symptoms of Stroke.

The above list & more information can be found at www.stroke.org.

Welcome!

bflbakerview — Wed, 06 May 2009 04:15:49 +0000

Welcome to your gym’s health corner! Join us as we turn this blog into a supportive and educational site. Check in often for health tips and information. We would love your input and ideas too…after all, this is for you!