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September 9, 2013
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BEST FOODS TO HEAL SINUS INFECTIONS
Sinus infections, and the subsequent headaches, fatigue, cough and congestion that come along with them, are never pleasant. Infections that cause a fever of more than 102.2 degrees Fahrenheit or severe facial swelling or pain need to be treated by a doctor, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). However, people usually heal less-severe infections at home with nasal salines, humidifiers, by drinking lots of fluid, and with certain foods.
Pineapple
Eat pineapples for their bromelain. This enzyme may relieve symptoms of sinusitis, according to the UMMC. Bromelain has anti-inflammatory properties that can aid in reducing inflammation and swelling, reports H.R. Maurer in the 2001 article, "Bromelain: biochemistry, pharmacology and medical use," published in the journal "Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences."
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Colorful Fruits and Veggies
Consume lots of other fruits and vegetables, especially those that contain quercetin, the plant pigment that's responsible for the colors found in produce, advises the UMMC. This pigment acts as an antihistamine. Combining the power of pineapple's bromelain with quercetin-containing foods is most effective. Quercetin is found in apples, citrus fruits, apricots, beets, berries, celery, cuciferous vegetables like broccoli and Brussels sprouts, cherries, greens like spinach and kale, onions, peaches, pears, and peppers, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The late Dr. Bernard Jensen recommended combining grapefruit juice and celery juice; apple juice and watercress juice with 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar; or coconut milk with carrot juice.
Yogurt
Eat yogurt to gain the probiotic lactobacillus. Probiotics are "friendly" bacteria that can help a person reduce the chance of developing allergies that lead to or aggravate sinusitis, according to the UMMC. These also are helpful if a person must take antibiotics for sinusitis, according to Debra Fulghum Bruce and Murray Grossan's "The Sinus Cure: 7 Simple Steps to Relieve Sinusitis and other Ear, Nose and Throat Conditions."
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/88355-foods-heal-sinus-infections/#ixzz2Pye80OWb
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AJC article on incredible weight loss journey with Operation Boot Camp
Posted: 12:00 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012
Dr. Tess Thomas, 41, lost 50 pounds
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Dr. Tess Thomas after her weight loss at 140 pounds: September 2012.
By Michelle C. Brooks
SUCCESS STORY / Dr. Tess Thomas, 41: From 190 pounds to 140 pounds
Dr. Tess Thomas, 41, of Atlanta, Ga. lost 50 pounds
Former weight: 190 pounds
Current weight: 140 pounds
Pounds lost: 50 pounds
Height: 5 feet 5 inches
Age: 41 years
How long she’s kept it off: “I started my weight-loss journey July 2011,” says Dr. Thomas. She met her goal in September.
Personal life: “I work at Grady Memorial Hospital in the department of family medicine. I live in Buckhead with my husband, Joe Padanilam, and children, Lily, 4 years old, and Thomas, 2 years old. Joe and I have been married for eight years.” She and her family live in Atlanta.
Turning point: “I was tired of the way I felt and I hated seeing myself in pictures. Diabetes runs in my family and since I had turned 40, I was worried that I would be high-risk. I also did not want my children to think it is okay to be overweight. I wanted to set an example in my home that exercise and eating healthy can be fun. Children learn by example.”
Diet plan: “I follow a 1,500-calorie daily diet,” she says. Breakfast is egg whites, veggies and low-fat cheese on a whole-wheat English muffin. Snacks are cranberry bread and peanut butter or Greek yogurt with granola. Lunch is a half a wheat pita with turkey, roasted red peppers, avocado and carrot sticks, and dinner is grilled salmon and brown rice.
Exercise routine: “I started Operation Boot Camp (www.operationbootcamp.com) this May,” she says. She does boot camp four to five mornings per week and runs three to four miles, three days a week.
Biggest challenge: “I started to lose weight in July 2011 and lost about twenty pounds and then plateaued for several months,” she says. “I ramped up the exercise and diet in May and was able to lose the last thirty pounds.”
How life has changed: “I sleep so much better and have more energy to play with my kids,” she says. “The family as a whole eats more fruits and vegetables. I feel more confident and am amazed about what my body
September 20, 2012
Just a clutz on a mission: Waaabamm!!
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September 14, 2012
The Truth about Beetroot Juice
Most lists of nutritious super foods don't include beet juice, but according to recent research it belongs right up there with salmon and blueberries. Beet juice deserves a spot on the list because it may boost stamina to help you exercise longer, improve blood flood, and reduce blood pressure.
Emerging studies suggest that beet juice (also known as beetroot juice) is one of the richest dietary sources of antioxidants and nitrates that may improve blood pressure and blood flow throughout the body, including the brain, heart, muscles, and more.
Role of Dietary Nitrates
Like most fruits and vegetables, beets contain nitrates and antioxidants that can have a beneficial effect on health.
Beet juice research is in its infancy, says Wake Forest researcher Gary Miller, PhD. “We are starting to unravel the intriguing health benefits of beet juice primarily because of dietary nitrates and its impact on blood flow and blood pressure," Miller says.
Through a chain reaction, the body converts the nitrates in beet juice into nitric oxide, a compound that enhances blood flow throughout the body and helps lower blood pressure.
Beet Juice Promotes Heart Health and Blood Flow
A diet rich in beet juice may be a natural approach to help lower blood pressure and improve heart health. Nutrition experts have long recommended diets rich in fruits and vegetables to promote heart health and help lower blood pressure.
Although there is not a substantial amount of research on beets, a 2001 study showed the antioxidant nutrients may prevent oxidative processes that contribute to the onset of certain degenerative diseases, says John Cuomo, PhD, of Usana Health Sciences, which makes nutritional supplements. The study states that "red beet products used regularly in the diet may provide protection against certain oxidative stress-related disorders in humans."
In other studies, drinking about two cups of beet juice daily or taking nitrate capsules reduced blood pressure in healthy adults, suggesting that dietary nitrates have a beneficial effect on blood flow and could be a natural approach to reducing the risk of heart disease.
Nitrates Boost Exercise Performance
Beet juice can also have a positive effect on the body during exercise. A recent study showed six days of beet juice enhanced overall physical performance and heart functioning during exercise.
In a 2009 study, researchers found nitrates enabled people to exercise up to 16% longer because of nitrates' ability to reduce oxygen uptake, making exercise less tiring.
Beetroot Juice Nutrition
Eating beets won’t give you the same quantity of nitrates as beet juice because the cooking process deteriorates some of the nitrates, but it certainly is good for your health, says American Dietetic Association spokeswoman Marjorie Nolan, MS, RD.
Beets are a great source of nutrition. They're rich in folate, potassium, vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and nitrates. The active ingredient in beet juice is an antioxidant called betanin.
One cup of raw beets has 35 calories and 8 grams of carbohydrates. A cup of beet juice is usually around 100 calories and 25 grams of carbohydrates because of added sugar.
Lots of fruits and vegetables are rich sources of antioxidants but not necessarily good sources of nitrates. In addition to beets, other good sources of dietary nitrates include spinach, radishes, lettuce, celery, and Chinese cabbage.
Nitrates are not routinely evaluated as part of a food's nutrient composition. Therefore, the nitrate quantity of foods may be difficult to find in most nutrient databases.
Who Should Drink Beetroot Juice?
From athletes to the elderly, the benefits of beet juice could result in improved blood flow and enhanced performance. Part of the ongoing research is designed to determine who would benefit most from more beet juice and nitrates. Miller and colleagues at Wake Forest showed that blood flow to the brain improved in healthy elderly people, as measured by MRI.
“Healthy individuals are not likely to see tremendous benefits if they start adding beet juice to their diets, but foods high in nitrates are healthy foods and it might improve blood pressure and blood flow to key tissues like skeletal muscles, especially as you get older,” Miller says.
Nolan says as little as one cup of beet juice has dramatic effects and may be a natural alternative to blood pressure medication for some people and just 2-3 ounces per day can be a natural approach to preventing constipation.
Increasing blood flow to muscles benefits athletes but could be a huge advantage in the elderly to help improve muscle strength which in turn will reduce falls, fractures, and impairment associated with muscle weakness, Miller says.
Finding Beetroot Juice
Available at specialty stores, a 16-ounce bottle costs about $7. It has a distinctive flavor, much like beets, and tastes a little earthy. Nolan recommends blending the juice to make it more palatable.
If you start adding beet juice to your diet be prepared for the potentially alarming side effects of drinking ruby red beet juice. The powerful red dye is excreted in urine and stools, giving both a reddish appearance.
Further research is needed before experts recommend drinking large quantities of beet juice each day. In the meantime, a diet rich in fruits and vegetables has been shown to be a potent weapon against disease.
Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, is director of nutrition for WebMD. Her opinions and conclusions are her own.
Give it a try! Buy some beets, carrots & oranges at your local grocery store & use a juicer to make a healthy and delicious drink!
September 7, 2012
Instructor of the Month for August!
And too the runner up Ben Casey!
New Camp Starts on Monday!!
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Whatever your goals, Operation Boot Camp will jump start your fitness progress with a 30-day specially-designed, outdoor fitness boot camp program that energizes and encourages, that lifts you up and doesn't knock you down. Our experienced team of instructors works with you, every step of the way, to help you achieve your goals and reach a whole new level of health. While we're getting you into the best shape of your life, we'll also coach you on nutrition and attitude – and help you break down the mental barriers that may be keeping you from your potential.
CLICK FOR INFO ON REGISTRATION
Whatever your goals, Operation Boot Camp will jump start your fitness progress with a 30-day specially-designed, outdoor fitness boot camp program that energizes and encourages, that lifts you up and doesn't knock you down. Our experienced team of instructors works with you, every step of the way, to help you achieve your goals and reach a whole new level of health. While we're getting you into the best shape of your life, we'll also coach you on nutrition and attitude – and help you break down the mental barriers that may be keeping you from your potential.
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