Would you like to sleep like a baby? Lactium is one of the latest natural sleeping aids which is derived from the milk protein, casein, the peptide that causes a newborn to look like it is in seventh heaven after breastfeeding. As adults we lose the capacity to generate this substance from milk in the […]
Losing Sleep Makes You Fat!
April 22, 2012 by 1 Comment
Can chronic sleep deprivation cause weight gain? Do poor sleep habits lead to food cravings and an insatiable appetite? Researchers now suspect that lack of sleep may be a key factor behind the current obesity epidemic, but low blood sugar is not the cause. Two research studies from early 2012 illustrate how those of us […]
Tried Tai Chi?
April 3, 2012 by 1 Comment
Many claim that this gentle martial art can help reduce stress, improve sleep, increase energy and improve balance and flexibility. It involves a range of slow movements that that have been practiced for centuries. Tai Chi is not a religious practice although its roots date back to the ancient Chinese philosophy of balance and harmony. […]
Tai Chi Helps Chemobrain
April 3, 2012 by 1 Comment
Tai chi is a gentle approach to exercise and relaxation that is ideal for anyone experiencing a lower level of fitness or general slow-down after surgery. It can be adapted for various disabilities (including wheelchairs). Tai chi has been practised for many years as a stress-management technique to improve cancer survival. The side effects of […]
Happy Easter for Chocoholics
April 3, 2012 by 1 Comment
The research hasn’t been done yet into a direct link between chocolate consumption and longevity. But both the anecdotes and the science are appealing. Sarah Knauss, who lived to 119, enjoyed a kilo of chocolate each week. So did Jeanne Calment, who lived to 122. Seems Jeanne was persuaded to give up chocolate by her […]
Poetry – the Quiet Health Booster
March 29, 2012 by 1 Comment
Poetry, like journaling, can be a very relaxing pastime but it’s also a great brain exercise. Write it, read it or just listen; it’s a free resource that many Longevityboomers might not have accessed for a long time, if ever. The world’s oldest person, the late Jeanne Calment, enjoyed the poems of her childhood right […]
Beetroot Juice Increases Stamina
March 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
That’s right. We’ve just found out that athletes can boost their stamina by 15% with beetroot juice. Claims that organic beetroot juice increases oxygen uptake and helps muscles work more efficiently have recently come from scientists from Exeter University School of Sport and Health Science in collaboration with Peninsula Medical School. The good news for […]
Chicken Soup for Aching Hearts
March 29, 2012 by 1 Comment
No, this isn’t an excerpt from Chicken Soup for the Grieving Soul. It’s about chicken soup for the immune system. It’s great to have the support of emotionally sustaining stories, but don’t forget to also nourish the white cells that help keep you physically well during difficult times. Severe emotional stress can definitely lead to […]
Save the Beetroot
March 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Save the Humble Beet! Beetroot, we need you! This purple vegetable is said to fight cancer, lower blood pressure, fight dementia and some are starting to think it’s as good an energy drink as a Red Bull. Purple superfoods are the way of the future, or at least we hope they will be. Australian entrepreneur, […]
Super Beet Juice
March 29, 2012 by 2 Comments
This juice is alkalizing, energising and an excellent tonic to boost stamina as well as cardiovascular and immune health. Fresh lime and ginger really give a great taste lift, as well as being superfoods in their own right. It goes without saying that it’s a great diet drink and excellent whenever a liquid diet is […]
