A guy named Chris D’Cruz has released a report titled ” Vibrant Vitality – Harnessing the Secret Energy Within “, and he’s giving it away… (to promote his main program, which looks very interesting).

If you keep an open mind, “Vibrant Vitality” will show you many simple techniques for eliminating lethargy and fatigue from your life.

You’ll also find out about one secret food that can be found in your kitchen right now, and can add 40 years to your life!

Chris claims that only limited free copies of this special free report will be given away…

Whether it’s true or not doesn’t matter. Go get it, because it’s good stuff

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College is one of those stressful times that you may have to face in your life, but let me assure you – stress can be controlled…

When you have a positive mindset and you know how to take it slow, you will find that stress may not even be a part of your life.

Let me share with you what had worked for me …

My Five Top Tips for Reducing Stress During College:

1) Always take breaks

Breaks are essential during college. You’re going to find that there are many times when you’re going to have work, homework, as well as times to be in class. Learn how to just take advantage of break times. During these times, just head outside, sit on a bench, or just take a quick nap. Do anything it takes to keep your mind off your busy life.

2) Take a look at your diet

Your diet plays a vital role with your stress.  You’re going to find that if you’re eating junk food all the time, your body is going to show it. Be sure to get a wide variety of foods that range from your fruits to your veggies. Your college campus café should have all the necessities that you need to have a balanced diet.

3) Exercise as often as possible

Most college campuses are huge and whether you ride your bike or walk, be sure to get as much exercise as possible. You’re going to find out that if you eat well, as well as live well, your body is going to feel great, hopefully leading to a stress free mind.

4) Keep your mind off of things

If you have a lot of downtime, you may find that you’re just going to think too much. Sometimes you will find that when you think too much, you will start to stress out about negative situations. The key here is to keep busy. Whether you get out and join clubs, or even take a stroll downtown with friends, find things to do to keep your mind off of things.

5) Get professional help

If you’re finding that stress is affecting your college life, you may want to get some professional help. If you have symptoms such as an inability to concentrate, or you just feel tired, be sure to talk with your college nurse to see if there is any help that you can get to help yourself get back on the right track.

You’re going to find that as long as you take care of yourself, you exercise, and keep your mind off of things; college can be a great experience. It also doesn’t hurt to create a schedule, so that you know what’s ahead of you.

I found this on YouTube and thought I’d share it with you. In this 3 minute video Tara Stiles shows you some simple Yoga exercises that you can do right after you wake up (and still in bed), to give yourself a nice boost…

Probiotics are good bacteria found in the human digestive tract. They are useful in that they reduce the growth of harmful or bad bacteria and help maintain a healthy digestive system.

In a healthy normal human there are in the neighborhood of 400 different probiotic strains working to maintain healthy digestion. Of these 400 bacteria, the most common group of bacteria found in the intestines is lactic acid of which Lactobacillus acidophilus (found in yogurt too) is the most well-known.

Yeast is also considered a probiotic substance. Although found naturally occurring in the human body, probiotics may also be purchased as a dietary supplement and they are also found in foods.

Are probiotics safe?

Since probiotics are naturally occurring in the human intestinal tract they are considered safe to use. But in very specific cases, with very specific blends of strains, probiotics can do more harm than good. But for most brand probiotics, such as Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics, probiotics are nothing but a good thing. Probiotics may also have mild digestive side effects.

What are probiotics used for?

Many people use probiotics to cure digestive ailments, but not having sufficient probiotics has been linked to a number of productivity killing illness:

Including:

• Other types of bowel problems
• Vaginal infections
• Ulcers
• Chronic stomach inflammation
• Dental problems
• Urinary tract infections,
• Epidermal infections

Research is now being conducted for other uses of probiotics including:

• Help with other causes of diarrhea.
• Help prevent infections in the digestive tract
• Help control immune response (inflammation)

What causes probiotic decreases in humans?

Antibiotics indiscriminately kill both good and bad bacteria, so they are a common cause of a lacking good probiotic bacteria. Also, poor lifestyle habits can cause your probiotic colonies to die. Another cause is over-consumption of sugar.

How Can I Consume More Probiotics?

As a dietary supplement purchased in a pharmacy, health food store, vitamin supplier or online. You can also eat microbiotic containing foods such yogurt, tempeh, soy products and other foods.

In some cases probiotics are not found naturally in a food source and have been added by the manufacturer to increase the healthiness of the product.

Conclusion

It is quite amazing that probiotics can put into check many energy-sapping diseases. But through probiotic supplementation and good lifestyle choice, we can maintain our intestinal garden.

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Keeping your mind on the job may not just be a matter of applying yourself (so all those teachers were, in fact, wrong!).

With so much medical research funding being directed into aging, some interesting findings are emerging about the effects of nutrition on brain health and agility…

There are five foods that are essential to brain function:

1. Fish especially shellfish
2. Berries, especially blueberries
3. Nuts, especially walnuts
4. Lean meat
5. Green vegetables

Protector Foods

Researchers in Chicago recently found that foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and folate (a B group vitamin) protect the “electrical paths” of the brain keeping your thoughts and memory clear and staving off dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Participants in the study who had diets rich in olive oil, fish, tomatoes, nuts and broccoli were found to reduce their chances of suffering from Alzheimer’s disease by around 40%.

Concentration Foods

While sugar is well known for causing concentration lapses in children, other carbohydrates might also pose a risk. Researchers investigating dietary control of ADHD symptoms have found that a protein based breakfast (containing sufficient iron for your dietary needs) and a severe limiting of carbs and animal fats assisted ADHD sufferers to better concentrate.

Lean meat, fish and many bran cereals can deliver iron and protein as well as some legumes. Reducing your intake of food additives and highly processed foods can also assist with better concentration.

Memory Foods

Foods rich in the phytochemical anthocyanin have been shown to dramatically improve memory – and no, unfortunately it’s not a food additive in your favorite junk food, it’s the natural coloring agent of blueberries.

Blueberries are a wonder food in so many ways and the dramatic improvement in your memory will help your remember them all!

If you absolutely can’t stand blueberries or they are not available in your area, try a few cherries or strawberries, other reasonable sources.

James Joseph of Tufts University, who conducted the study said that the anti-oxidants in the berries and fruits controlled free radicals responsible for harming individual brain cells.

Green vegetables are also high in anti-oxidants and are available all year round.

Foods rich in zinc have also been shown to improve memory. Oysters and other shellfish are among the best known sources of zinc but if you can’t stand the taste, try pine nuts or pecan nuts instead.

Cognitive Function Foods

Keeping your reasoning and learning skills sharp is a top priority, especially as we age. Science Daily reports that diets containing a minimum of 2% walnuts reversed aging related cognitive and motor deficiencies in rats.

In layman’s terms, walnuts can make old rats think quickly again. Again, seafood, blueberries, strawberries and cherries are also associated with better cognitive function.

Sleep and Relaxation Foods

With such extreme complexity, the brain requires sufficient quality sleep to function at its peak.

Although stimulants like caffeine assist with concentration in the short term, their negative effect on sleep can create a vicious cycle that is difficult to break. Similarly, using alcohol or prescription drugs to relax and sleep can cause brain cell damage that in turn impairs the brains ability to function well.

Foods rich in tryptophan assist the body in making serotonin, the neurotransmitter that induces calmness, relaxation and sleepiness. In order for tryptophan to reach the brain efficiently, a release of insulin is required, so some carbs are needed to stimulate insulin production – what does this mean? A snack before bed can improve sleep quality.

The richest sources of tryptophan are egg white, spirulina (dried algae), cod and soybeans but also in chedder and parmesan cheese, fish, meat and unsweetened chocolate.

So, a cheese sandwich, egg on toast or even the occasional small serve of chocolate dessert can improve sleep quality and help the brain to function at its peak. Remember though, carbs are not conducive to good concentration (and can cause weight gain) so limit your intake and choose quality sources.