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Where is the best place to participate in activity and take walks?
OUTSIDE! Being outside in nature promotes happiness, peace-of-mind and optimism. It can reduce physical and psychological stress levels. Fresh air also improves sleep and better breathing.
What essential mineral is needed to regulate our nerve impulses, as well as repair our bones?
CALCIUM Top 3 Foods: yogurt, cooked green leafy vegetables, and almonds.
What is the primary source of vitamin D for most people?
SUNLIGHT is the primary source of Vitamin D. Foods to supplement vitamin D are: salmon, mackerel, and fish liver oil.
Why is it beneficial to take a walk after meals?
Walking after meals stimulates digestion, lowers blood sugar, increases circulation (which improves healing), and lowers blood pressure.
What beneficial activity helps repair brain cells and stimulates new brain cell production?
EXERCISE! "When the body moves, the brain grooves."
What mineral is essential for creating new red blood cells providing much needed oxygen to the wound site to help healing?
IRON TOP 3 FOODS: fortified hot wheat or oat cereals, oysters and cooked spinach.
What vitamin is essential for keeping our brain functioning properly?
VITAMIN B. TOP 3 FOODS: cooked green leafy vegetables, seafood and eggs
The body requires an increased amount of this essential nutrient for all tissue repair and healing. What is it?
PROTEIN TOP 3 FOODS: eggs, poultry and peas
Doing this all day increases your risk of infection, pneumonia, and blood clots. What is it?
LYING IN BED all day is not good for your body. ALSO, movement and activity help the flow of your blood and improves the healing process.
What essential mineral provides a soothing, relaxing effect, relieves sore muscles and promotes better sleep quality?
MAGNESIUM TOP 3 FOODS: nuts, seeds and avocados.