If you're like most people, you're probably looking for ways to look and feel your best. The following tips from the U.S. Government's Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will not only help you to look better and feel better, but they can also help you to reduce your risk of developing long-term serious health problems.

Eat healthy. What you eat and drink and what you don't eat and drink can definitely make a difference to your health. Eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day and less saturated fat can help improve your health and may reduce many health risks. Have a balanced diet, and watch how much you eat.

Keep a healthy weight. Obesity is at an all-time high in the United States and Canada, and the epidemic may be getting worse. Those who are overweight or obese have increased risks for diseases and conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Eat better, get regular exercise, and see your healthcare provider about any health concerns to make sure you are on the right track to staying healthy.

Get moving. More than 50 percent of American men and women do not get enough physical activity to provide health benefits. For adults, 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most, preferably all, days of the week is recommended. It doesn't take a lot of time or money, but it does take commitment. Start slowly, work up to a satisfactory level, and don't overdo it. You can develop one routine, or you can do something different every day. Find fun ways to stay in shape and feel good, such as dancing, gardening, cutting the grass, swimming, walking, or jogging.

Be smoke-free. Health concerns associated with smoking include cancer and lung disease. Smoking triples the risk of dying from heart disease among those who are middle-aged. Second-hand smoke - smoke that you inhale when others smoke - also affects your health. If you smoke, quit today! Help lines, counseling, medications, and other forms of support are available to help you quit.

Get routine exams and screenings. Sometimes they're once a year. Other times they're more or less often. Based on your age, health history, lifestyle, and other important issues, you and your healthcare provider can determine how often you need to be examined and screened for certain diseases and conditions. These include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, sexually transmitted diseases, and cancers of the skin, prostate, and colon. When problems are found early, your chances for treatment and cure are better. Routine exams and screenings can help save lives.

Manage stress. Perhaps now more than ever before, job stress poses a threat to the health of workers and, in turn, to the health of organizations. Balancing obligations to your employer and your family can be challenging. What's your stress level today? Protect your mental and physical health by engaging in activities that help you manage your stress at work and at home.

Know yourself and your risks. Your parents and ancestors help determine some of who you are. Your habits, work and home environments, and lifestyle also help to define your health and your risks. You may be at an increased risk for certain diseases or conditions because of what you do, where you work, and how you play. Being healthy means doing some homework, knowing yourself, and knowing what's best for you.., because you are one of a kind.

Be safe - protect yourself. What comes to mind when you think about safety and protecting yourself? Is it fastening seat belts, applying sunscreen, wearing helmets, or having smoke detectors? It's all of these and more. It's everything from washing your hands to watching your relationships. Did you know that men at work die most frequently from motor vehicle incidents, machine-related injuries, homicides, and falls? Take steps to protect yourself and others wherever you are.

Be good to yourself. Health is not merely the absence of disease; it's a lifestyle. Whether it's getting enough sleep, relaxing after a stressful day, or enjoying a hobby, it's important to take time to be good to yourself. Take steps to balance work, home, and play. Pay attention to your health, and make healthy living a part of your life.

To these great lifestyle tips, we'd like to add two recommendations that we believe will help you tremendously in your quest for vibrant good health:

1. Get an edge in the fight against aging with Daily Edge. More than a mere multivitamin, Daily Edge is a major breakthrough in cellular nutrition. Formulated straight from the headlines of leading scientific journals, easy-to-swallow Daily Edge capsules bring you the 66 most-studied vitamins, minerals, co-factors, antioxidants, and food-derived health-rejuvenating nutrients, delivered in the precise potencies most recommended by the latest research studies. Daily Edge is the most powerful daily multi-nutrient formula you'll find anywhere at any price.
2. Drink 4 oz. (120 ml) of GoChi every day!

GoChi - Participants in groundbreaking clinical study report experiencing significantly improved feelings of health in just 14 days!

In a recent human clinical trial featured in the peer-reviewed Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (JACM), participants drinking a daily serving of just 4 ounces (120 ml) of GoChi reported experiencing significant improvements in 13 diverse areas of health and well-being in as little as 14 days!

In two subsequent human studies, blood tests on participants drinking GoChi showed significant improvements in the body's antioxidant status and in 3 key areas of immunity.

The publication of our first groundbreaking study by the independent experts of a peer-reviewed publication such as JACM represents a first for a functional juice beverage in the Direct Selling industry, and it demonstrates FreeLife's ongoing commitment to supporting its claims with solid scientific research.

Here's to your health!

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Scott & Joan Bailey
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REFERENCES:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Tips for a Healthy Life for Men." Atlanta, GA: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, CDC; May 28, 2008. Retrieved September 15, 2008. Available at:http://www.cdc.gov/men/tips/index.htm

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Tips for a Healthy Life for Women." Atlanta, GA: US Department of Health and Human Services, CDC; May 28, 2008. Retrieved September 15, 2008. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/women/tips/index.htm

Tjepkema M. "Adult obesity in Canada: Measured height and weight. Statistics Canada." Government of Canada. Retrieved September 15, 2008. Available at: http://www.statcan.ca/english/research/82-620-MIE/2005001/articles/adults/aobesity.htm

Amagase H, Nance DM. "A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Study of the General Effects of a Standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi." J Altern Complement Med. 2008; 14(4), pp. 403-412. Abstract available on PubMed at:http://www.pubmed.gov/ (PMID: 18447631)

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In our Health Watch articles, we have focused on many of today's most frequently discussed health topics. In this issue, we would like to explore another area that is of equal importance, even though it's not something that's likely to come up during dinner conversation or around the office water cooler. Today's topic is constipation, and although it may sound like the stuff of jokes, bowel irregularity is anything but funny for those who suffer from it.

You may be surprised to know that governments keep constipation statistics, but they do, and perhaps that is because it's one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints worldwide. In North America, more than 4 million Americans and a half-million Canadians have frequent constipation; accounting for 3 million physician visits a year.

Some people think they are constipated if they do not have a bowel movement every day. However, normal stool elimination may be three times a day or three times a week, depending on the person. But if your frequency is less than this - or if you're experiencing painful or difficult elimination - then you may indeed have a problem.

To understand constipation, it helps to know how the colon, or large intestine, works. As food moves through the colon, the colon absorbs water from the food while it forms waste products, or stool. Constipation occurs when the colon absorbs too much water or if the colon's muscle contractions are too slow or sluggish. Common causes of constipation include:

• Not enough fiber in the diet
• Lack of physical activity
• Medications, including pain relievers, antacids, and some iron supplements
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Changes in life or routine such as pregnancy, aging, and travel
• Abuse of laxatives
• Ignoring the urge to have a bowel movement
• Insufficient water or fluid intake

How can you help yourself to become more regular? The experts at the U.S. National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse recommend that you follow these simple tips to help relieve symptoms and to prevent the recurrence of constipation:

• Eat a well-balanced, high-fiber diet that includes beans, bran, whole grains, fresh fruits, and vegetables. Most North Americans eat less than half of the 20-35 grams of fiber recommended by government authorities, so there's plenty of room for improvement!
• Drink plenty of liquids. Water and other liquids add fluid to the colon and bulk to stools, making bowel movements softer and easier to pass.
• Exercise regularly. If you get your body moving, your bowels will follow!
• Set aside time after breakfast or dinner for undisturbed visits to the toilet.
• Do not ignore the urge to have a bowel movement. If you do, your body will simply stop sending the message.
• Understand that normal bowel habits vary. Don't stress out over temporary changes.
• Whenever a significant or prolonged change in bowel habits occurs, check with a doctor.

To these great tips, we'd like to add our own scientifically supported recommendation:

• Drink 4 oz. (120 ml) of GoChi every day!

GoChi - Clinical Study participants report experiencing improved regularity.

For countless generations, the goji berry has been helping the people of Asia to find optimal health and wellness. Today, the Asian secret is out, and FreeLife's GoChi is validating goji's legendary benefits in human clinical studies. In a recent randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, participants drinking a daily serving of just 4 ounces (120 ml) of GoChi reported experiencing significant improvement in bowel regularity in as little as 14 days!

This groundbreaking clinical study has been published in the highly regarded Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (JACM), and it can also be viewed on the U.S. Government's encyclopedic PubMed website at http://www.pubmed.gov/. The acceptance of our study by the independent experts of a peer-reviewed publication such as JACM represents a first for a functional juice beverage in the Direct Selling Industry, and it demonstrates FreeLife's ongoing commitment to supporting its claims with solid scientific research.

Drink GoChi every day. It's a moving experience!

For more information on this great juice and its' business opportunities, visit our website today!

REFERENCES:

"Constipation." NIH Publication No. 07-2754 (July 2007). National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) and National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bethesda, MD. Retrieved August 15, 2008. Available at http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation/

"Statistics by Country for Constipation." CureResearch.com website. Retrieved August 15, 2008. Available at http://www.cureresearch.com/c/constipation/stats-country.htm

"Medline Plus: Constipation." U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health. Bethesda, MD. Retrieved August 15, 2008. Available at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/constipation.html

Amagase H, Nance DM. A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Study of the General Effects of a Standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi. J Altern Complement Med. 2008; 14(4), pp. 403-412. Abstract available on PubMed at http://www.pubmed.gov/ (PMID: 18447631)

Labels: Constipation