Skin care and hydration

It is winter and many of  my patients have been asking about herbal and nutritional solutions for dry skin. Many of us make a common mistake and decrease our fluid intake at this time of year. Hydrating is important not only for your skin, taking care of it starts from the inside out, but for all the cells of your body.

Even though it is not hot anymore we still suffer a loss of fluid which needs to be replaced. So here are some suggestions. All three are household favorites with my family.

Coconut water:
-A 2012 study in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition found that it is a (1) Natural source of electrolytes, (2) has a low glycemic index, and (3) is an effective method for rehydrating.
-A 2010 study from the Journal of Cell and Tissue Research showed that coconut water helped reduce blood pressure and cholesterol in rats suggesting it may promote heart health.

Green Tea:
This great source is packed with antioxidants and contains caffeine, although at lower doses than coffee, which research has shown enhances endurance and reaction time while improving brain function.
-A 2011 research study published in the British Journal of Nutrition showed that it may also promote weight loss.

Saving the best for last:

Spring or Mineral water:
The original and only true zero calorie hydrating drink. Remember, you should get your nutrition from good wholesome food choices not the processed and packaged drink aids.

Enjoy,

Dr. Dan McBride

Breast Cancer Disparities among American Women

This is a good article from the CDC concerning breast cancer. Please read it and share with others.

Thanks

http://content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/USCDC-5c7249

10 spices and herbs that aid weight loss

Ten more reasons to spice up our lives.

Enjoy.

http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/14/health/gallery/weight-loss-herbs-spices/index.html?hpt=hp_bn12

10 Sneaky Names for Sugar

This is a great article which points out all the different ways they stuff sugar into our foods. 

Be aware.

How to find the hidden sweet stuff that’s lurking in your food.

http://www.prevention.com/food/healthy-eating-tips/agave-glucose-and-other-names-sugar?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-1094698-_-11092012-_-SneakySugar-body

BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY WITH FOOD

It's all about the food you eat. Enjoy this great article about protecting you and your family with good food choices.


http://www.womenshealthmag.com/health/boost-immunity?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-1085258-_-10302012-_-BonusTip-body

Can Eating More Vegetables Make You Happy?

This weekend provided a treasure trove of great articles about the health benefits that can be derived from good foods.

This article contains some great research done at Dartmouth University in England.

Enjoy.

http://www.rodale.com/benefits-vegetables

11 Foods That Make You Smarter

Good morning everyone. I hope you are having a great weekend. Here is another article which continues our series on foods that heal.

Enjoy

http://www.organicgardening.com/cook/11-foods-that-make-you-smarter?page=0,0&cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-1094594-_-11032012-_-BonusTip-body