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Salt and health

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Salt is essential to human life. Our bodies cannot function without salt: Salt assists in nerve transmission and muscle contraction. It is vital to maintaining electrolyte balance by controlling the passage of fluids in and out of the cells It helps move nutrients into cells and transport waste away from them Salt assists with regulating […]

Sugar and health

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Part of our genetic heritage is an inborn taste for sweet foods. Honey was the primary sweetener in Europe, until about 1500, when refined sugar cane came into greater use. Moderate amounts of both naturally occurring and added sugars are part of any healthy diet. Simple sugars are all the same, whether naturally occurring or […]

Stretch at work, office

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If you don’t now how to stretch properly, when to stretch and why to stretch, read stretching for better fitness before you start. 1. Triceps stretch 2. Chest and hamstring stretch sitting on ball 3.Groin and hamstring stretch sitting on ball Keep your back straight when you lean forward. 4. Hamstring stretch sitting on ball […]

Can exercise help inflammatory arthritis?

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From: The Healing power of exercise by Goldberg M.D. and Elliot M.D.: Exercise is part of the treatment for inflammatory arthritis. Rather than being harmful, exercise reduces joint destruction. Importantly, people with rheumatoid arthritis who exercise are able to be more active and have fewer limitations as a result of their joint problem. By exercise, […]

Healthy bones are stressed bones

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The health and strength of our bones are tied closely to physical activity. When a bone is stressed, it becomes stronger. It is natures way of reinforcing your bones. To build strong bones and keep them dense, you need to load and stress them with regular exercise.

Office workout – advanced # 2

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Before you start read my office workout guidelines. 3 circles of: 1. Reverse grip chin up (biceps, back and forearms) – try maximum repetitions you can do Grab a chin up bar with an underhand, shoulder-width grip, and hang with your elbows slightly bent. Pull your chin above the bar, hold for a second and […]

Office workout – advanced # 1

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Before you start read my office workout guidelines. 3 circles of: 1. Chin up (back, biceps, forearms) – try maximum repetitions you can do Place your hands wider than your shoulders. Pull your chin above the bar, hold for a second and lower your body with control.    2. Swiss ball push-up (chest, triceps) – […]