Baby Doll – Date a younger woman, before it’s too late?

Last Updated on Saturday, 8 October 2011 07:29 Written by Natural Health Team Saturday, 8 October 2011 07:29

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Not unlike Caroll Baker’s billing in Elia Kazan’s Baby Doll (Warner Bros. 1956), the life enhancing role of a younger woman in a man’s life can best be summed up as ‘raw electricity’. Following this line of thought, German study tank The Max Planck Institute last year released the results of a report based on Danish subjects which postulates that men who marry younger women will likely live longer.

Men pare down the risk of kicking the bucket prematurely by 11% if they marry a young woman seven to nine years their junior, Max Planck says. This figure rises to 20% for men who marry women between 15 and 17 years younger than they. Any gentlemen out there care to add double digits to your lifespan?

The Max Planck study examined deaths between 1990 and 2005 for the entire population of Denmark.

The study also found that men marrying older women are likely to die earlier.

Some scientists say that these figures may be the product of natural selection, meaning that likely the healthiest, fittest, most well adjusted and most successful older men are able to attract younger women.

Another theory is that “young women will better care for a man enabling him to live longer,” says Sven Drefahi, spokesman for Max Planck.

On a social level the issue of younger women and older men (senior by 10-15+ years) is in some environments taboo and in others the norm. America, it seems, has stiff shorts when it comes to such relationships labeling them scandalous and immoral, often using depraved terms such as ‘cradle snatcher’, ‘sugar daddy’, ‘gold digger’, ‘jailbait’ and ‘forbidden fruit’ in such topical conversations. In the States the ideal is to ‘marry your high school sweetheart’, who is usually within a year of you in age. For American men, dating a younger woman once they’re past 30 or so is broadly considered a rare and special experience. But for the majority of the U.S. population it’s considered somewhat deviant.

But truth be, at least statistically, that America is in the minority by manifesting such Puritan attitudes when compared to the number of societies in the world that weave this lifestyle into the fabric of their culture.

The norm in Asian, Latin and particularly European societies accepts a significant difference in age between younger women and older men as par for the course. For example, on average, most European men marry women in the neighborhood of three or more years their junior. Statistics also show that the average age at which one marries has risen steadily since 1960. This means that men in modern liberalized societies marry later in life from a growing pool of younger women which produces a significant age difference in many couples.

This being status quo for the rest of the world, American attitudes towards acceptable age differences seem to be the exception to the rule, and are positioned quite contrary to many
time honored traditions in most parts of the globe.

In Russia and Ukraine for example, one can easily spot numerous couples widely separated by age. Ask any young Russian woman you happen to meet from Moscow to Odessa, and they’ll readily answer that they actually prefer the company of a worldly, mature man to that of someone their own age.

Social anthropologists believe the choices of Russian women have been limited by the devastation of war, a shorter male lifespan, a declining birthrate and a higher proportion of women to men. All these dynamics contribute to the proliferation of youthful females with limited options for a mate.

With these factors in mind, a well traveled, presentable older gent in reasonably sound physical health represents a good alternative to becoming a spinster in this part of the world.

Indeed, this writer has heard a number of gentlemen on different occasions exclaim that girls here in Russia and Ukraine all seem so young, open to advances from men older than themselves, and additionally seem to want to become married so early. And age doesn’t faze them. What gives? Well, one factor is that women in the former Soviet bloc mature more quickly than men do. And while this may be true throughout the world, in Eastern Europe it’s taken as a serious reason for women to be married by their mid-twenties. So much so that they almost automatically expand their options by including men in an older age bracket as potential husbands.

This seems to be best supported at least in part by the results uncovered by the good folks at Max Planck. This is natural selection, alive and well in Russia Ukraine and many parts of the world.

This is what the good Lord intended. And just like eating the choicest, freshest fruits and vegetables is most beneficial to one’s health and vigor, so having a younger woman is the best tonic for a guy’s longevity. And ladies seem to be programmed this way as well.

It’s not rocket surgery to understand that a younger woman has your best interests at heart when she looks into your eyes and asks why you haven’t yet invited her to see your apartment in central Moscow.

Black Book’s tangential theory presumes that when a guy is planking appreciably younger women, he can’t help but enjoy himself to the point of better health and happiness. The issue is at that point out of his hands, so he may as well succumb to natural instinct and enjoy. The younger women is merely attempting to contribute to your mental and physical health, thus providing you with a longer and better quality of life.

You now have the Black Book stamp of approval to let your libido run free…within reason.

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Pregnancy, Prenatals, Healthy Baby – What You Need to Know

Last Updated on Thursday, 6 October 2011 01:27 Written by Natural Health Team Thursday, 6 October 2011 01:27

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Pregnancy is such a critical time. A woman’s body is drastically changing and the baby inside is creating new demands on the mother’s body. You want to do everything you can right to make sure that your baby is healthy and has a good start in life.

Some birth defects have been linked to the lack of vitamins and minerals. How do you pick the correct prenatal vitamins to ensure a healthy pregnancy? Should you just rely on your physician or should you know more? Should you take prenatals even after your pregnancy? We looked deeper into what a mother really needs to know before and after pregnancy.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy is such a critical time, and you want to do everything you can to provide the “just right” array of vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids to ensure a healthy pregnancy. Pregnancy and breastfeeding place tremendous demands on your body and can deplete omega-3 fatty acids. Target each stage of pregnancy with the perfect balance of nutrients.

Studies have shown that moms who receive the recommended amount of DHA during pregnancy have babies with increased attention spans throughout the first two years of life. The benefits of taking omega-3 DHA before, during, and after pregnancy are truly amazing.

Remember, your baby will take what it needs first to develop and grow, and therefore, your body may suffer if you are not getting enough of the necessary vitamins and minerals needed throughout pregnancy.

Healthy Baby

Every vitamin, every mineral, every nutrient has an important job to do now, for you and your growing baby. Your growing baby’s development depends on it. The right vitamins help build your baby’s bones and teeth and ensure your baby has a healthy start in life.

Eating a variety of healthy foods is important, but with hectic schedules, morning sickness, and the changing nutritional demands of your developing baby, it can be difficult to achieve the right nutritional balance. Nutrition is also critically important during recovery and while you are breastfeeding your newborn baby.

Prenatal Vitamins

Prenatal vitamins are packed full of nutrients that will help support and nourish your growing child and your body during pregnancy. How do you determine which prenatal vitamins are right for you? What do you look for in prenatal vitamins?

Prenatal vitamin supplements are vitamin supplements that a woman can take on a daily basis to ensure that she is obtaining appropriate quantities of essential nutrients during pregnancy. Prenatal nutrition is important but nausea and vomiting can cause women to miss meals and important nutrients from both a balanced diet and prenatal vitamin supplementation.

Just picking up some ordinary vitamins at the drugstore is not enough for a healthy pregnancy. Prenatal vitamins contain important nutrients in stronger dosages than regular multivitamin supplements (even those formulated for women). A good vitamin does not take the place of eating nutritiously but it can balance the scales in your favor, and your baby’s too. Researchers at the University of Maryland have noticed that many commonly prescribed prenatal vitamins do not dissolve well resulting in insufficient absorption of the nutrients.

The March of Dimes reports that birth defects of the spine, skull, and brain, such as spina bifida and anencephaly, are more likely to occur if the mother does not get sufficient folic acid during the first few weeks of her pregnancy – even before she knows she is pregnant.

Prenatal vitamins can reduce risk of childhood cancers and omega fish oil intake has been linked to higher IQ in offspring. New research from the Boston University School of Medicine is recommending higher intakes of vitamin D as so many are deficient. The women’s levels of vitamin D were related to the frequency of milk consumption and prenatal vitamin use.

Increased zinc and vitamin B6 levels can boost immunities needed after pregnancy and sufficient B6 has been shown to provide infant growth advantages. This B vitamin can prevent neural tube defects when taken early in pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. Zinc supports normal growth and development during pregnancy.

Calcium and magnesium supplementation are so important during pregnancy. A good prenatal vitamin should include folic acid and calcium, among other nutrients that are important to a healthy pregnancy and baby. In the last trimester of pregnancy, skeletal growth is highest and the fetus draws calcium directly from the mother’s stores. In addition, clinical trials have shown that adequate calcium during pregnancy lowers blood pressure and may reduce the incidence of premature births. Magnesium promotes the health of bones and may help maintain normal blood pressure and muscle comfort during pregnancy.

Folic acid is the most commonly prescribed prenatal supplement for the months prior to becoming pregnant as well and it is essential for the health and growth of the baby, especially for brain functions.

The female body’s requirement for vitamin C increases during pregnancy as this vitamin promotes the normal growth of the baby and supports building strong bones and teeth. It also supports the absorption of another key nutrient during pregnancy: iron.

Iron is recommended to prevent the mother suffering from anemia due to the demands that the baby puts on her iron consumption. Iron is an important mineral and is responsible for helping the mother and the baby’s blood to carry oxygen. Iron deficiencies can lead to severe birth defects for the baby.

Women have an increased requirement for biotin during pregnancy, and a biotin deficiency may occur in as many as 50 percent of pregnant women. This deficiency may increase the risk of birth defects.

Adequate amounts of vitamin A help to promote the health of the baby by promoting normal growth and development of the embryo and fetus, and supporting genes that determine the sequential development of organs in embryonic development. Beta-carotene is a nutrient from plants that the body converts into vitamin A.

Prenatal vitamins can be taken after pregnancy to provide a well-balanced supplementation program. With a mother’s hectic schedule and lack of time, prenatal vitamins are a perfect choice for an after pregnancy supplement regimen.

The correct prenatals are essential for a healthy pregnancy and baby. Doing your research on prenatal vitamins can be very rewarding and time well spent to ensure an easy and successful pregnancy.

Clomid is one of several prescription fertility drugs that can be used to aid conception and boost fertility. Learn more at pregnancy.healthguru.com?YT

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Baby Boomer Women Health and Wellness-5 No-Brainers For Healthy Weight Loss

Last Updated on Monday, 3 October 2011 01:27 Written by Natural Health Team Monday, 3 October 2011 01:27

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For most Baby Boomer women, simple diet and exercise will help lose weight. Some may have to work harder than others, but unless you have an underlying medical condition (see your physician), most women will be successful if committed to their weight loss goals. Hopefully, these common sense tips will help.

TIP#1: Portion Control- It is a well known fact that when you consume less calories than what you burn, your weight will decrease. Eat in small portions. Be careful not to drastically cut calories. You will slow down your metabolism, lose muscle mass not fat and risk binge eating out of deprivation and hunger. One good way to avoid this is to eat five or six small meals a day, small portions every four to five hours.

TIP#2: Avoid junk foods. This is definitely a no-brainer. This is the fastest way to sabotage your efforts. Junk foods and processed foods should not be on your grocery list. They are low in nutrients and high in calories.

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TIP#3: Don’t deprive yourself of your favorite foods- At the risk of contradicting myself, (assuming your favorite foods are junk and processed!), allow the occasional forbidden food. Work it out in your diet plan. As women, we have learned to compensate and finagle for years now so it can be done. Total restriction is unrealistic. All diet plans come with their own restrictions. Use your common sense and what works for you, not your friend or your neighbor.

Tip#4: Burn fat not your wallet- It is very possible and highly recommended to use fresh or frozen, healthy food from your grocery store to lose weight. Diet plans that require you to buy special foods are, at best, convenient, but expensive- and guess what? Processed.

TIP#5: You have to move to lose. Exercise helps your metabolism burn those calories (especially belly fat) plus has other added health benefits. It increases muscle mass and overall physical and mental performance. Don’t just think in terms of workouts. Make a conscious effort to incorporate movement into your daily activities. For instance, use the stairs instead of the elevator. Park your car on a safe lot a good distance away from your venue.

There is no getting around it. Diet and exercise is the best way to lose those pounds. It really does not have to be that complicated and it can be done at home or when you travel. Baby Boomer women are busy people. Keep it simple.

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Baby Boomer Women Health and Wellness– 7 Tips on How to Avoid Boomeritis

Last Updated on Sunday, 2 October 2011 11:27 Written by Natural Health Team Sunday, 2 October 2011 11:27

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“Boomeritis” is actually a medical term for sports injuries suffered by baby boomer women trying to stay active. (Boomer men are included, too!) If we do not care for our aging bodies, we will hurt. Dr. DiNubile, an orthopedic surgeon, coined the term, boomeritis, because it contrasts with our parent’s generation of activity while aging. When our parents’ bodies hurt, the activity was stopped. Today, baby boomers are very aware of how important activity is to living a longer and healthier life. However, we still need to be smart about how we approach physical activity. Orthopedic and physical therapy offices are filled with Weekend Warriors.

As our bodies age, the most common injuries are to the shoulder, knees, and ankles that involve sprains (tearing or stretching a ligament) or straining (tearing or stretching of a muscle or tendon. Tendons and ligaments lose some elasticity as we age so does our range of motion in the joints. We lose muscle mass as well so our tissues become weaker. Our posture, strength, balance, flexibility and endurance suffers.

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Part of our wellness regime (action to prevent ill health) as women is to be prudent and follow these tips:

FROM THE AAOS (American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons) and THE AOSSM (American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine)

* Before beginning any exercise plan, get a medical screening first. Consult your doctor if you are regularly exercising but plan on making changes.

* Warm up before any physical activity. Warm up cold muscles to make you less prone to injury. Jog (lightly) or walk. Stretch out the muscles you will be using and hold for 30 seconds with no bouncing.

* Cross training is helpful to avoid stressing the same muscles repeatedly. Do not rely on your major sport to keep you fit. Be sure to include cardio activity, strength training, and stretching for a balanced exercise program.

* If you are new to a sport, take lessons.

* Be sure to have the right equipment to your sport or exercise plan–the right athletic shoes or a properly fitted helmet. for instance.

* Try not to add new exercisies too soon, too fast. That is surely an injury waiting to happen.

* If you are ready to increase your level of activity, increase your activity in 10% increments. If you are using weights, the 10% rule applies as well.

Exercise. Exercise. Exercise. Find the plan that is right for you. There are no cookie cutter recipes for fitness. Your exercise plan should be customized. Exercises for posture, strength, balance, flexibility and endurance are good for any age, but activity maintains and increases your ability in all five of these fitness areas.

Introduction – Vox-pops from the case studies. An expert, Mr Henry Crock, Hon. Senior Lecturer, Orthopaedics Hammersmith Hospital describes the workings of the spine and the problems affecting the back and why resulting pain happens. Case Study 1 – We hear from a young man who while sleepwalking, falls down and injures his back. Case Study 2 – Our second case study’s severe back pain started in 1981 when he fell out of a tree! Case Study 4 – The fourth treatment covered in the programme is the Alexander Technique in water. Case Study 3 – Our third case study is a woman who at the age of 17 was knocked down by a fire engine, resulting in an artificial leg being fitted.
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Blue-green Algae the Key to Baby Boomer Mental Health

Last Updated on Sunday, 18 September 2011 04:21 Written by Natural Health Team Sunday, 18 September 2011 04:21

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In the American market today, Baby Boomers represent approximately 1/3rd of the total US population — that’s 76 million people. The leading edge of the boomers, those born between 1946 and 1955, will enter old age in 2011. As these boomers age, it’s going to be critical for them to maintain the independent lifestyle they have become accustomed to and retaining their mental and cognitive function is vital to this goal.

This article looks at how blue-green algae can help them maintain this healthy brain function.

According to a mental institute, some 55% of boomers fear losing their mental brain capacity. In fact, about 41% of baby boomers said their brain fitness has declined over the last 10 years. They’ve already noticed this. Scott Hagerman, CEO of a nutrition company, said that “the future for cognitive enhancing nutriceuticals remains very bright and every month, more and more innovative cognitive improving natural products are launched to receptive consumers who are acting proactively to their mental stress and mood challenges.”

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The Baby Boomers are going after these products and one of the best blue-green algae products seems to give them mental clarity.

When the blue-green algae is taken, it goes to the weakest place. And it seems in Americans, it’s their brain. In many tech fields, people are hired internationally because we just don’t have the scientists in this country. We don’t produce the scientists needed to run high performance machines, so they have to go to places like China, Japan and India to find these people today. We need to bolster our brains, that’s what we need to do.

A nutritionist, Dr Scala was involved with the astronauts on Apollo 11 and 13. At a talk some years back, Dr Scala revealed what he put in the astronauts supplies — a bucket of algae. Why? Because algae produces oxygen and algae has a particular load of PA and DHA which is desperately needed by the brains of people who are under stress.

The astronauts are under great g-forces have their brains slammed against the skull which needs to be repaired. The brain floats, but it’s a ball a fat and one third of the brain is DHA, a 22 chain of carbon tied together with 6 double bonds of hydrogen. Dr Scala knew that algae was the absolute best when it came to the nutrition of an astronaut. And the best way he knew was to just put a bucket of algae in there. Soon, the Russians began to copy and do the same thing.

Many years later, we have some of the finest algae in the world from which fish get the omega fish oil that is so famous. We’re told over and over that if we want to be sharp and our brains to remember things, we need to eat fish oil. We’re told that omega 3s are the #1 thing for the support of our cognitive function. We’re told that, but what we’re not told is that fish cannot make it, they have to get it from eating algae.

The source of all that is algae. Blue-green algae, AFA, is full of omega fish oil. The baby boomer generation now that’s concerned with their mental health is really starting to take notice of fish oil and the omega fish oil they need comes from blue-green algae.

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