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Your 40s 50s and 60s: control common problems the natural way

Sunday, March 1st, 2009

As we age we all become more vulnerable to certain health conditions, but there are plenty of natural ways to prevent them so you can live your life to the full. Whatever your age, the following natural well being plan will help you control some of the most common age-related problems.

Your 40s

Sleep problems

Sleeplessness is more likely to occur in your 40s when the hormonal changes of the menopause approach and this can increase your risk of stress, anxiety and fatigue. Along with a healthy diet and regular exercise studies have shown that a quality night’s sleep is essential for…

Sunday, March 1st, 2009

If you find yourself yawning a lot, or even nodding off as soon as you sit down on a chair or sofa, you may be suffering from fatigue or as it is often called these days – TATT – ‘tired all the time’.  With many of us leading increasingly busy lives – juggling work and family – it is hardly surprising that lack of energy is increasingly common. Feeling energetic all of the time isn’t possible and it is perfectly normal to feel tired at the end of a busy day or to have temporary dips in energy during the day but if you feel persistently tired and haven’t got enough energy to get through the day, what you eat could play an important part.

A well-balanced, healthy diet is essential for high energy levels. At its most basic level, the food and drink you consume is the fuel that your body and brain needs to function at its peak. Skimp on the quality of that fuel and you will pay the price with weight gain and low energy. Skipping breakfast, not drinking enough water, over eating, dieting, eating on the run, consumption of caffeine and alcohol, and eating a lot of refined, processed food are the major causes of low energy levels.

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Healthy resolution for 2009: Get a good night’s sleep.

Thursday, January 1st, 2009

Restful sleep is essential for a fully functioning mind and body. Most of us need around seven to eight hours of sleep a night. Long lie ins can give you symptoms of jet lag without the holiday so get up at the same time on weekends and go to bed earlier if you feel tired.

 

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