Friday, July 2, 2010

Summer- the Season of Family Memories.



Summer is often the time of the year where we do things that will live in our memories throughout our lives. It is a transition time between grades, schools, work, and love. It is often looked at as a break but can often lead to growth as we learn about life. It is a time for family vacations, travel, adventure, and family reunions.

Recently we went to a Family Reunion and went to a place where my Dad spent his Summers as a youth. One morning we were sitting around the breakfast table and family members were sharing the different medications and Statin Drugs they were taking for various conditions such as cholesterol, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and more. When it came time for me to speak my response could have been silence since I'm not taking any of the Statins, but I replied that I take Nutritional Supplements.

This edition of our USANA Newsletter features health and nutritional information to help you and your family lead healthier lives. A timelyarticle by Dr. Ray Strand on Sugars and Sweeteners, our Blog Updates, product of the month Ginkgo p-s, Additional Health updates and your family history.

Sugars and Sweeteners Ray Strand M.D.
There has been nothing more controversial or more confusing than the issue of sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, fructose, aspartame, Splenda, stevia and the list goes on and on. In this month’s newsletter, I am going to weigh in on this issue and explain my view on this subject. If you have done any reading or research on the Internet in regards to this issue, I am sure you have some of your own opinions...read more.


Product of the Month: Ginkgo P-S.

Looking for brilliant nutrition for your brain? For centuries, many cultures have supplemented with Ginkgo biloba to promote mental acuity. USANA took the highest quality Ginkgo extract and paired it with phosphatidylserine, another unique ingredient with an important role specific to brain function. This advanced formula helps you stay on top of your game. From remembering where you parked to focusing on that big project, make brainwaves with Ginkgo-PS...learn more.

Blog Updates
In a recent study of healthy adult men, multinutrient supplementation led to improved ratings of stress, vigor, mental health, and cognitive performance during intense mental processing.
Read more about this research


Fish Oil Supplementation May Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer

In a recent study of more than 35,000 postmenopausal women, use of fish oil supplements correlated with a significant decrease in the risk of breast cancer....read on.

Studies show Vitamin D Supplements taken early in life can prevent Osteoporosis.

You can follow our Blog Stevensfamilyhealth@blogspot.com. Look for more updates beginning in August including Blogging from the USANA Convention in late August.
There are many sources to find out about health and fitness over the internet. Here are some that got our attention recently.

Additional Health News Websites & Blogs.

More Than Just Snoring: What Is Sleep Apnea, and Should You Be Worried? Health.com


A Yogurt a Day to help keep pimples away- Fitness Magazine. Also included on this link is a video by Celebrity Trainer and USANA Spokesperson Kathy Kaehler on Probiotics.

The healing powers of pineapple.-Wellsphere.com

Nutritional Value of Fruits and Veggies is dwindling.-MSNBC

Your Family History

This Summer has allowed us to look at out own life and the history of our family. There are close family members that are in poor health and soon we will only have their memories. It is often talked about that our health or sometimes lack of is due to our family history. There are certain genetic traits that can be passed from one generation to another. It counts for about 30% of our overall health. The rest comes from our lifestyle choices. We often blame our parents for our looks, hair(and lack of), disposition, health, and many other things when it fits. Blaming others is looking at life from a point of weakness. Strength can be found in noticing your faults , taking action, and finding a way to overcome them. You can change many things in your life especially your health.

What do you do to preserve your family history? The things you do this Summer may one day become memories others have about you. It is important to know your family history for your health and wellness. It is even more important to know their life stories. There are so many ways to connect with and learn about your Family. The Author Michael Crichton said, If you don't know your family's history then you don't know anything. You are a leaf that doesn't know it is part of a tree.

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