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Health Hack: Reduce Sitting Time – Improve Health

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Did You Know People Who Sit for 8+ Hours are at Higher Risk for Health Problems?

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Everyone knows that being a couch potato is unhealthy, but being a chair tomato (okay, we made that up) can be just as bad, according to a veritable avalanche of studies in the past three years. Sitting too much increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and other chronic diseases and—here’s the real news—this is true even in people who exercise regularly. Here are just three recent studies.

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Sleep Better – Ditch the Caffeine Habit by Early Afternoon

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Caffeine has numerous benefits and is consumed by 90% of the US population. A single dose can enhance focus, energy and sports performance. However, when consumed late in the day, coffee stimulates your nervous system and may stop your body from naturally relaxing at night. In one study, consuming caffeine up to six hours before bed significantly worsened sleep quality. Caffeine can stay elevated in your blood for 6–8 hours. Therefore, drinking large amounts of coffee after 3–4 p.m. is not recommended — especially if you are sensitive to caffeine or have trouble sleeping.

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Longevity Tip ~ #9 of 10 Anti-Aging Foods

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Cinnamon

Don’t overlook this common spice! Research shows that cinnamon may decrease the post-meal insulin spike. And the more controlled the spike, the less likely you are to store body fat. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon on your favorite foods daily — yogurt, oats, cottage cheese, or in a smoothie — it not only tastes great, but may help slim your waistline. And, it’s a powerful antioxidant to boot. Combine two anti-aging ingredients by putting some in your morning coffee.

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Health Hack ~ Eye Love You

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Did You Know Your Eyes Need a Break From Staring at Digital Screens?

Take care of your eyes by following the 20/20/20 rule. Staring at a backlit device such as a smartphone or laptop all day is straining on your eyes. The 20/20/20 rule reduces this. Every 20 minutes, take a 20 second break and let your eyes wander over something six meters (20 ft) in the distance.

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Sleep Quality Hack: Ditch the Blues

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Blue Light at Night Will Cause the Sleeping Blues

Exposure to light during the day is beneficial, but nighttime light exposure has the opposite effect. . . . Blue light tricks your body into thinking it’s daytime. . . . This reduces hormones like melatonin, which help you relax and get deep sleep. . . . Blue light — which electronic devices like smartphones and computers emit in large amounts — is the worst in this regard.

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Longevity Tip ~ #8 of 10 Anti-Aging Foods

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Spinach

This leafy green is a true nutrient powerhouse — and it’s easy to add to foods like scrambled eggs, pasta, as the base of a salad, or even smoothies. Spinach is rich in lutein, which has been shown to have anti-aging properties. Eating spinach (or including it in your morning green juice) will keep your skin healthy and hydrated. And hydrated skin looks younger.

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Health Hack ~ Mood Booster

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Did You Know You Can Boost Your Mood Naturally?

Smell the skin of an orange for a natural mood booster. Studies have shown that orange essential oil helps boost mood and alertness, and can reduce anxiety. If you don’t keep the fresh fruit on hand, buy some bottled oil and dab a drop on each wrist or massage into your temples for the same effect.

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Longevity Tip ~ #7 of 10 Anti-Aging Foods

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Oats

Oats are one easy way to load up on fiber. Since fiber also helps fill you up, it may reduce the risk of middle-age weight gain when combined with other smart nutrition choices. And skincare products that include oats will help soothe irritated skin and smooth rough skin, helping you look younger. Oats contain many powerful antioxidants, including avenanthramides. These compounds may help reduce blood pressure and provide other benefits.

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Health Hack ~ Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

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Did You Know 60% of Your Body Weight is Water? Yikes, Where’s My Water Bottle?

Hydrate: Stay hydrated. The best way to do this is by keeping a reusable water bottle with you throughout the day. For optimal health, make sure to drink between 40 to 60 ounces a day. Staying well hydrated can help you maintain your energy level, improve your mood, prevent constipation, prevent headaches, prevent kidney stones and help with weight loss.

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Longevity Tip ~ #6 of 10 Anti-Aging Foods

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Coffee

Coffee gets a bad rap, but it’s not as bad as you might think. The problem is what you put in your coffee — cream and sugar. Some data suggests coffee drinkers have less of a chance of dying from heart disease. Need another reason to enjoy a cup of joe? It may also lower the risk of type 2 diabetes and Parkinson’s disease. Plus, the caffeine and antioxidants found in coffee help your body repair damage to cells caused by free radicals.

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