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Take A Breather
Deep breaths raise your body's blood oxygen levels, which can help increase your energy and alertness by lowering blood pressure and slowing your heart rate. The idea is to breathe deeply into your belly, not your chest. While sitting upright, inhale slowly through your nose and feel your abdomen push out, then exhale slowly through your mouth. Alternatively, a method used for quick energy in yoga calls for quick inhaling and exhaling through your nose while your mouth is closed. It is recommended to take 3 of these rapid br...
3 Foods You Didn't Think Were Good For You...But Are
Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Watermelon - The high liquid content of watermelon, along with the natural sugars and fiber, make it the perfect snack.
Onions - Primarily used for seasoning, onions are high in vitamin C, fiber, folate, and vitamin B-6.
Lettuce - Looking at the light green color of most lettuce would generally lead one to believe that it doesn't have the nutrients of other vegetables, but this is not the case.
What Your Food Cravings Really Mean
If you're craving a steak or a burger:
Cravings for red meat can signal a lack of iron, or conjugated linoleic acid, which is a fatty acid that helps your body burn stored fat. A healthier option to replace iron is dark, leafy greens like spinach. This is especially beneficial if your diet is high in fat or carbohydrates. Try incorporating smaller amounts of red meat into your diet so that you dont go overboard when you do indulge. If you're craving baked goods: This usually indicates that your blood glucose levels are fluctuating. The str...