Why you need vitamin D!

Why you need this nutrient in your life. 

Are you getting enough Vitamin D? There’s a good chance you’re not! The Centers for Disease Control reports that the precentage of adults who get a “sufficient” amount of vitamin D is about 30% in white and about 5 – 10% in African Americans. And many experts believe that the optimal level of vitamin D is much higher than what the CDC puts forth.

What is Vitamin D? Why does it matter? 

Despite the name, vitamin D is actual not a vitamin. It’s a secesteroid which is a hormonal precursor.

There is a lot hype over vitamin D these days, and with good reason. Vitamin D is necessary for proper mineral absorption and metabolism. The list of “issues” linked to vitamin D deficiency is pretty hefty:

• Osteoporosis
• Cavities and tooth decay
• Bone loss and bone fractures
• Heart disease
• Autoimmune diseases
• Multiple Sclerosis
• High Blood Pressure
• Diabetes
• Cancer
• And more

My Experience with Vitamin D 

As I’ve mentioned before on the blog, I’ve struggled with seasons of insomnia for quite some time. About two years ago when I was at an all time BAD for my sleepless nights (we’re talking I couldn’t fall asleep until 4 in the morning, even when I went to bed before 10), I finally made a trip to my doctor/homeopathic practitioner (um, don’t wait that long, okay?). They did all sorts of blood work, and I thought I was dealing with adrenal or thyroid issues. But when my work came back everything looked good except my vitamin D levels. They were LOW. Really low.

This was actually surprising for me as I was diligent about taking my cod liver oil. But then again, I know I don’t get a lot of sunshine (at least the right kind of sunshine). So, according to my healthcare practitioner’s advise I upped my vitamin D levels through supplementation a lot. (I’m not going to say numbers here as  you should talk to your own healthcare practitioner.) Low and behold I was finally able to get some sleep! And this was after months and months of trying EVERYTHING.

So yeah, I’m a fan of vitamin D.

Top 10 Best Sources of Vitamin D

1. Sunlight

Sunlight is the cheapest and easiest way to get vitamin D. Unfortunately, it’s not so easy to get during the winter months. Did you know that low vitamin D levels is one of the main reasons people get sick in wintertime? Think about it. Why do we get sick more often in the fall and winter? It’s because we’re not getting as much vitamin D from the sunshine.

As summer ends and the weather begins to be less sunny, getting Vitamin D from the sun becomes more difficult. And yes, the body stores vitamin D in summer. So it’s important to get enough sun in the summertime, in order to prevent colds and flu in the winter.

2. Cod Liver Oil

Cod liver oil is the number one food source of vitamin D. Once popular in America to take as a daily supplement, it remains one of the best ways to build up immunity and get your daily Vitamin D dose.

Our family takes cod liver oil every day, all year long (1 tsp per day for the adults, and 1/2 tsp for the child).

I recommend fermented cod liver oil, as it is the only cod liver oil on the market that is not heated and refined. It is also the only one on the market that does not have added synthetic vitamin D.

3. Lard

If you don’t know about the health benefits of lard, now’s the time. Lard was once the mainstay of the American family, but got a lot of bad press when Crisco started an aggressive ad campaign in the 1950s. Lard is rendered from good pig fat and contains high amounts of Vitamin D — some estimates ranging as high as 1000 IU per tablespoon!

Cooking with lard rather than vegetable oil or synthetic products makes for delicious entrees (yummy pie crusts) and healthy comfort food, too.

Vitamin D from lard can aid in calcium absorption as well as toxin removal from your body. Along with cholesterol (also found in lard), Vitamin D also assists in the production and regulation of hormones, which is important to maintain healthy hormone function.

4. Bacon

Yes, I’m giving you permission to eat bacon. Forget the flu shot — eat more bacon! Not only does good quality bacon from free range pigs taste delicious, and serves as a wonderful comfort food, but contrary to popular opinion it’s actually good for you, too (and much more effective and less painful than an unnecessary flu shot!)

Bacon is good for you for the same reasons as lard. It’s easy to make and use in a variety of ways. Plus, it tastes delicious.

5. Salmon, Wild

Wild Salmon is a major source of Vitamin D. You really want to seek out wild salmon. Farmed salmon has only about 25% of the vitamin D as wild salmon. Not only does it taste great no matter how it is prepared, but it’s healthy, too.

In fact, the American heart association recommends eating fatty, oily fish (like salmon) twice a week.

6. Oysters

Oysters, like other seafood, has a lot of Vitamin D and is fun and tasty on the palate. Oysters can boost immunity, increase energy and reduce the risk of disease. What’s more, there is some evidence based on a study conducted by the American Chemical Society that amino acids that are present in oysters raise testosterone and estrogen levels. If these hormones really have anything to do with libido, there is a possibility that oysters really are a natural aphrodisiac as well.

7. Sardines

Sardines are easy to make for lunch, dinner or a snack and they contain plenty of Vitamin D to assist in meeting deficiencies. Sardines are delicious and can be used in a variety of ways. They also contain omega 3 fatty acids, B vitmains and amino acids as well.

8. Caviar and Fish Roe

Again, look for caviar (or fish eggs) from wild-caught fish. A great source of Vitamin D, caviar also provides Vitamin A, which helps with eyesight and vision, skin and has been shown to help reduce the risk of cancer as well. Other benefits include potassium for lower blood pressure and fatty acids. Caviar if also often recommended by doctors to patients recovering from chemotherapy or surgery because it assists in increasing hemoblogin content in the body.

9. Egg Yolks from Pastured Chickens

Pastured egg yolks have 4-6 times more vitamin D than conventional eggs. And the vitamin D is primarily in the yolk, not the white.

Instead of eating egg white omelettes, add extra yolks to your morning scramble or smoothie.

10. Shrimp

Shrimp is rich in Vitamins D and B3, as well as zinc, and is often recommended for people who are trying to lose weight. Shrimp has contains good cholesterol and selenium, which can help to reduce the risk for cancer.

Some of the other contents of shrimp in smaller amounts include vitamins A, E and B6, as well as magnesium, iron, zinc, sodium (salt), copper. There are even trace amounts of Vitamin C.

More to the point, shrimp is delicious, and a great source for Vitamin D in the fall and winter months when its cold out and the sun isn’t shining as much.

8 Ways to Detox your Home

We carefully watch what goes into our mouths and on our bodies—organic this, petroleum-free that. But when it comes to keeping a healthy home, knowing what to do isn't so easy. In fact, the average house may contain as many as 400 chemicals, some of them toxic, many untested, according to a 2009 study in the journal Environmental Science & Technology. Short-term contact with one toxin in small amounts isn't going to kill you. But with so many questionable chemicals swirling around us, "you definitely want to take simple measures whenever possible to lower your exposure," says Phil Brown, PhD, director of the Social Science Environ-mental Health Research Institute at Northeastern University in Boston.

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And reducing your contact with chemicals— even a little—can yield clear benefits. Depending on your sensitivities, you might experience fewer allergy and asthma symptoms, headaches and skin irritations. Long-term, Brown says, you may even lower your risk of infertility and cancer.

We know what you're thinking: Where the heck do I start? And how much work is this going to take? While some people would have you ripping up carpeting and chucking furniture, we talked to environmental health experts to find low-effort, high-impact ways to minimize your toxic load and boost your health, then ranked them from the super easy to the more ambitious. Try a couple of these, or more, to really clear the air.

• Kick off your kicks 

Leave shoes at the door to keep out 80 percent of the crud they track in, per ISSA/Interclean. That can include nasty stuff like road sealant, pesticides and lead dust.

• Dump the dryers sheets 

Most coat clothes with chemicals like quaternary ammonium compounds—which have been linked to the development of asthma—and acetone, also found in nail polish remover. Plus, your towels will be more absorbent sans the chemical covering.

• Detox your dry cleaning 

Remove the bags and air out clothes in the garage or hall for a day or two to shed some of the solvent, called perchloroethylene, that sticks to the fibers. Inhaling it can trigger respiratory and eye irritation, headaches, dizziness and vision problems, according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a research and advocacy organization. You also could go to a "green" cleaner—just make sure they use liquid carbon dioxide or the wet-cleaning method, since other eco-alternatives can be just as toxic, warns Sonya Lunder, EWG's senior analyst.

• Veto VOCs

Trade your vinyl shower curtain for one made of cotton, nylon, polyester or EVA or PEVA plastic. (Not sure if it's vinyl? Look for the number 3 printed on the recycling seal on the curtain or its packaging, or the letters PVC.) In a 2008 study, vinyl curtains were found to release 108 volatile organic compounds (VOCs), chemicals that become gaseous at room temperature, potentially triggering headaches, nausea, dizziness and irritated eyes and throat. They're also found in most paint, so look for cans labeled as low or zero VOC.

• Toss your pesticides 

Contact with some formu-lations may lead to nerve, skin and eye damage, headaches and nausea. (They are designed to kill rats and bugs, after all.) So when you have a pest issue, ask yourself whether it's a nuisance or a health concern. If you've got ants, plug holes in your walls and keep counters cleaner. "For agents that cause disease—such as rodents or fleas—call a professional who knows how to properly fumigate and air out your home," says Douglas A. Swift, MD, associate clinical professor in the departments of medicine and environmental health at Tulane University. If you must DIY, try to buy less toxic pesticide brands, such as EcoSmart, and note label warnings. They go from "caution" to "warning" to "danger," in order of toxicity.

• Know your plastics 

Some plastic containers can leach out a chemical called bisphenol-A (BPA), which is known to tamper with our hormones. In 2012, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned BPA from infant bottles and sippy cups. Then, in 2013, a review of research in the journal Endocrine Disruptors found that it may be associated with obesity, cardiovascular disease and other conditions in adults. So avoid plastics marked with a 7, which may contain BPA, and never put BPA-containing plastics in the microwave or dishwasher; BPAs are more likely to leach out when heated. Buy fresh or frozen foods, and look for glass or cardboard packaging when possible (the lining of cans could contain BPA, too). Doing so is especially important when it comes to acidic and oily foods, which can allow more BPA to leach out. The good news: BPA passes out of the body quickly, so it doesn't take long to reduce your exposure.

• Make your own cleaner 

For an all-purpose, nontoxic cleaner that gets counters sparkling, try this DIY formula from Lisa Beres, author of Just Green It!: Mix ½ teaspoon washing soda (found in grocery stores), 1 teaspoon natural liquid dish soap and 2 cups hot water in a spray bottle.

• Dust differently 

Instead of sprays (which add to your chemical load) or feathers (which just kick up more dust), use dry, unscented microfiber cloths, which attract dirty particles instead of scattering them.

• Crack the windows 

Indoor air can be five times as polluted as outdoor air, so open the windows whenever the weather—and your AC or heating budget—permit.

How to eat for healthy, clear SKIN

Generations of teenie boppers have been told that eating chocolate causes breakouts, and greasy foods like pizza results in "pizza face." Acne — that oh-so loveable inflammatory skin condition that gives us clogged pores, blackheads, and pimples — is never fun.  We’re stepping in to investigate if what we eat really leads to bad skin — and how we can help fight that prepubescent nightmare.

WHAT MAKES ACNE WORSE

Some foods can aggravate acne, but the main offenders are high in carbs or excessively greasy. Here’s the breakdown of why a loaf of white bread or a basket of wings could lead to a zit disaster.

High Glycemic Index Foods The Glycemic Index  is a ranking of carbs (from 0 to 100) based on how much they raise blood sugar levels when we eat them. Foods with values below 55 are considered "low-GI," while those above 70 are considered "high-GI". High GI foods (like doughnuts, white bread, or pretzels) spike blood sugar levels because the body digests them very quickly. This can increase acne flare-ups because spiked insulin levels increase the body’s inflammatory reactions, which — surprise, surprise — can mean acne inflammations,

Greasy Foods While eating certain foods can affect our skin from the inside out, greasy food causes problems from the second it touches our lips. French fries and a cheddar-smothered burger can create acne when the grease from that delicious meal touches our skin, causing pimples.

Refined Sugars, Dairy, Chocolate, Fast Food While some people may get acne flare-ups from eating dairy, refined sugars, and even chocolate, there’s not a whole lot of evidence to prove they definitely lead to a face full of pimples . Dairy is still on the radar because milk and whey protein-based products up levels of insulin. Fast food, because of high sugar levels and fat content, could likely contribute to less-than-perfect skin, but there’s not a lot of research to prove its link to acne . And then there’s chocolate, which has been associated with acne for decades… but only one controlled study claims that chocolate causes acne due to its dairy and carb content.

Now that we know what foods we should steer clear of, what foods should we eat for clear skin?

WHAT (MIGHT) MAKE IT BETTER

You don’t have to be a brainiac to know that protein- and veggie-packed diets are good for us. But there some diets that can help maintain clear skin. Studies have found that the Mediterranean diet— mostly fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, beans, nuts, and olive oil — can protect against acne.

But if sticking to a set diet with a fancy name sounds daunting, we looked into what specific foods we should eat to zap zits, and why.

Vitamin A Foods like carrots and spinach are a good source of vitamin A, which prevents the overproduction of cells in the skin’s outer layer (read: there are fewer dead cells hanging around to clog pores). Not a fan of spinach or carrots? Try other vitamin A stars like pumpkin, sweet potatoes, dark leafy greens, and cantaloupe.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, walnuts, and flax seed may help keep inflammation under control (which can show through as red, painful bumps on our skin).

Vitamin E Foods containing lots of vitamin E, like pine nuts and sunflower seeds, play an important role in preventing acne development. Many studies have found that levels of vitamin E were significantly lower in patients with acne. Plus, the vitamin can help heal acne-scarred skin.

Zinc  deficiency is associated with a variety of skin problems, including acne. Kicking back oysters and munching on dark chocolate can provide a healthy dose of zinc.

Vitamin B5 (and other B vitamins) promotes, among other things, healthy skin and hair. In one small study, a large dose of vitamin B5 supplements cured cases of acne. Why, you ask? Vitamin B5 has been shown to decrease oil production on skin and reduces the size of pores.

Selenium Whole grains (like quinoa and brown rice) and aromatic vegetables (like onion and garlic) are rich in selenium, which helps preserve skin’s elasticity. But that’s not all — selenium can also reduce inflammatory damage to the skin. A small study found that taking selenium supplements improved the skin of patients with severe acne.

Water and High Fiber Foods Guzzling H2O and consuming high fiber foods like fruits, beans, and vegetables, can help the body flush out toxins, which can lead to inflammation and clogged pores. Constipation has also been linked to skin conditions like acne. A high fiber diet with adequate hydration will help keep things moving smoothly.

How have you found diet affects your skin? Tell us in the comment section below or tweet @WellnessUtah

DRINK TO YOUR HEALTH

One of the greatest health secrets is to drink plenty of liquids throughout the day. This replaces vital body fluids which are constantly lost through perspiration & breathing, and helps to flush out your system. A glass of fresh vegetable juice or fruit juice is also a tonic, an energy booster. On an empty stomach the natural sugars, vitamins & minerals are absorbed into your bloodstream in a matter of minutes and leave you feeling clear-headed, refreshed & energized!

LEMON WATER!~ Squeeze one lemon into water...Drink this 8oz -32oz every morning to hydrate your body & flush lymphatic system of wastes along with setting up the pH level 

Spring Cleanser:
4 organic Ambrosia Apples + 2 bunches organic Celery + 1/2 big bunch Dandelion Leaves + 1 organic Lemon (the whole thing!)

THE LIFE-REGENERATOR JUICE!:
Ingredients: 2 heads Celery + 2 Cucumbers+ 1 bunch Cilantro +1 bunch Spinach +1 Thai Young Coconut (water) Inspiration...This juice is a full body healer! — This juice is an energizer! — This juice is a hydrator! — This juice is full of amino acids! — This juice is full of electrolytes! — This juice is low-glycemic! — Recipe by: regenerateyourlife.org

18 Sings you're having a Migraine

Nearly 30 million people in the United States have migraines, and three times as many women as men have them.

Migraines are pulsating headaches, often on one side of the head. Physical activity may intensify the pain, but symptoms can vary from person to person and from one attack to the next.

"In patients who have migraines, we're going to treat all of their headaches as potential migraines," says Anne Calhoun, MD, partner and cofounder of the Carolina Headache Institute, in Chapel Hill, N.C.

Here are 18 ways to identify migraines.

1. Aura
Some people with a migraine experience aura.The most common auras are visual, such as flickering lights, spots, or lines. "You may see a little jagged line...that will develop some cross hatches, and it might sort of move in a curved direction," Dr. Calhoun says.
Auras typically last between five minutes and an hour, with a 60-minute "skip phase" before the headache pain sets in, she says.Some patients have auras without a migraine-type headache or any headache at all.

2.Depression, irritability or excitement 
Mood changes can be a sign of migraines."Some patients will feel very depressed or suddenly down for no reason," Dr. Calhoun says. "Others will feel very high." Dutch researchers recently reported a possible genetic link between depression and migraines, especially migraines with aura.
Data presented at the American Academy of Neurology 2010 annual meeting suggests that moderate or severe depression increases the risk of episodic migraines becoming chronic.

3.Lack of restful sleep 
Waking up tired or having trouble falling asleep are common problems in people with migraines.
Studies have shown an association between lack of restorative sleep and the frequency and intensity of migraines.When migraines strike, it's tough to get a good night's sleep. "A lot of people will have insomnia as a result of their migraine," says Edmund Messina, MD, medical director of the Michigan Headache Clinic, in East Lansing. This inability to sleep can be the start of a vicious cycle, as research suggests that lack of sleep can also trigger migraines.

4.Stuffy nose or watery eyes 
Some people with migraines have sinus symptoms, such as stuffy nose, clear nasal drainage, droopy eyelids, or tearing, Dr. Messina says.
One large study found that, among people who complained of sinus headaches, nearly 90% were having migraines. (The study was funded by GlaxoSmithKline, which makes migraine medicine.)

5.Cravings
Before a migraine attack occurs, some people crave certain foods.
"A common craving is chocolate," Dr. Messina says.

6.Throbbing pain on one or both sides of the head
Pulsating pain is a classic sign of migraines. The throbbing is often felt on one side of the head.
In an online survey of patients with migraines, the National Headache Foundation found that 50% "always" have throbbing on one side, while 34% say they "frequently" have this symptom.

7.Eye pain 
Migraine pain often burrows behind the eye.People will blame it on eye strain and many will get their eyes checked, but that won't make their headaches any better.

8.Neck pain
"A lot of people will say, 'My neck gets stiff and then I get a headache.' Well, it's probably the early stage of the migraine," Dr. Messina says. "Or after a migraine they'll get that neck symptom or they'll have throbbing pain at the back of their neck."
In an online survey, the National Headache Foundation found 38% of migraine patients "always" have neck pain and 31% "frequently" have neck pain during migraine headaches. (The Foundation receives support from GlaxoSmithKline, maker of migraine medicine.)

9.Frequent urination
If you have to go a lot, it can mean a migraine is coming.It's one of the many symptoms people experience just before a migraine. These warning signs, also known as the prodome phase of a migraine, can arrive as little as an hour or as much as two days before the start of headache pain.

10.Yawning
Yawning a lot is another tip-off that a migraine is about to strike.Unlike regular "I'm tired" yawning, it may be excessive and occur every few minutes.In one 2006 study in the journalCephalalgia, about 36% of migraine patients reported yawning was one of the signs of an impending migraine.

11.Numbness or tingling 
Some people with migraines have sensory aura.They may have a temporary lack of sensation or a pins-and-needles feeling, typically on one side of the body, moving from the fingertips through the arm and across the face.

12.Nausea or vomiting 
According to data from the American Migraine Study II, a mail survey of more than 3,700 people with migraines, 73% experience nausea and 29% have vomiting. (The study was funded by a drug manufacturer.)
A recent analysis of the National Headache Foundation's American Migraine Prevalence and Prevention study found people with frequent migraine-related nausea have more severe pain and more trouble getting relief from medication than migraine sufferers with little or no nausea.

13.Light, noise or smells trigger or worsen pain 
In the throes of a migraine attack, the migraine sufferer tends to seek refuge in a dark, quiet place. Bright lights and loud noises can trigger a migraine or intensify the pain. The same is true of certain odors.
"Once you've already got a migraine, smells can seem more intense and make it worse," Dr. Calhoun says. "But a smell can also trigger a migraine in someone who didn't have one before [he or she] walked past the perfume counter.”

14.Activity triggers or worsens pain 
Routine activities such as walking or climbing stairs can make migraine pain worse.
Some migraines are induced by exercise (running, weight-lifting) or exertion (sexual activity). People with exertion-induced headaches require a thorough workup to rule out underlying causes, such as a brain aneurysm.

15.Trouble speaking 
Can't get the words out? Speech difficulties can be another sign that a migraine is on its way.
"A lot of people with migraines will feel like they're blithering," Dr. Messina says. "It's a common description by patients." If you are experiencing speech problems for the first time, contact a doctor to make sure the problems are not related to a more serious issue, such as a stroke.

16.Weakness on one side of the body 
When an arm goes limp, it can be a sign of a migraine.
Some people experience muscle weakness on one side of the body before a migraine attack. This can also be a sign of a stroke, however, so consult a doctor to rule out any other causes.

17.Vertigo or double vision 
One type of migraine, called a basilar-type migraine, can cause dizziness, double vision, or loss of vision.
Some people with migraines may experience balance problems too. In a recent study, Dr. Calhoun and colleagues found a link between migraine intensity and dizziness or vertigo. The stronger the migraine, the more likely patients were to have these complaints.
"Our best conclusion is that it's actually part of migraines," she says. "It's a migraine symptom.”

18.Headache hangover 
After the migraine passes, a person may feel like her body has been pummeled.
In a recent study, researchers interviewed migraine patients and found that they commonly experienced symptoms such as fatigue, trouble concentrating, weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness, and loss of energy during the post-migraine period. 

Top 10 Anti-Aging Commandments

1. Wear sunscreen. Applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen that contains both UVA and UVB protection everyday, whether rain or shine, is the most important thing you can do to prevent sun damage and skin cancer.
2. Quit smoking. Smoking cigarettes destroys collagen and elastin and decreases levels of estrogen, which keeps skin firm. Smoking can also cause cancer and bad breath.
3. Use a retinoid. Retinoids minimize the appearance of existing age spots and fine lines and can prevent new ones from forming.
4. Stay hydrated. Water moisturizes the skin and will make your wrinkles less noticeable.
5. Sleep well. Not only does skin require down time in order to repair itself, but sagging skin and puffiness around the eyes makes wrinkles look worse.
6. Maintain a healthy weight. Because skin loses elasticity over time, the more your weight fluctuates, the harder it will be to get back into shape.
7. Eat right. The more balanced your diet, the younger you’ll look. Eat more fatty fish (such as salmon), dark green vegetables (like broccoli and spinach), almonds, and walnuts. Antioxidant green tea will also benefit your skin. Avoid refined sugars and alcohol, which both cause aging inflammatory reactions. Also, start taking a daily multivitamin if you aren’t already.
8. Exercise. Exercising increases blood flow to the skin and promotes a glowing, healthy-looking complexion. Working out for 30 minutes a few days per week can make a big difference.
9. Relax. Stress causes cells to age faster, which shows on the skin.
10. Don’t pick. Sun damage causes dark spots as you age, but so does picking at your blemishes. Because skin takes longer to repair itself as you age, the spots won’t disappear right away.

What is Bloglovin'?

Recently, I’ve noticed that some of my favorite bloggers have been talking about Bloglovin’ – and I have asked myself, “What is Bloglovin’?” more times than I care to admit. I didn’t research it too much, though, because I don’t have a ton of subscribers to my blog (who would be impacted by the loss of Google Reader) and because I don’t use a reader myself.

But today? I signed up for Bloglovin’ and IT. IS. AWESOME. And I’m going to tell you all about it – because this is something for everyone who likes to read blogs, whether or not you have a blog of your own.

For those of you not in the know (like me, not so long ago), a blog reader, or RSS reader, allows you to subscribe to multiple blogs and read them all from the same place. So, if I had ever learned to use Google Reader, I would have subscribed to all my favorite blogs and then used my reader to see all the new posts as they were published.

You know what? It took me ten minutes to set up my account, claim my blog, import my Google Reader blogs to Bloglovin’, and organize the few blogs I have subscribed to.It was super duper easy and I can’t believe it took me so long to get around to it.
If you’re new to this whole “Blogs All Organized in One Place” thing, here’s what you need to do:

• Go to Bloglovin’ and sign up. You just need an email address.
• If you previously used Google Reader, you can import all of your blogs to Bloglovin’ (it will prompt you to do this – no crazy technical skillz required)
• You’ll have a list of all your blogs – next to each blog is an easy way to unfollow or to assign them to a group. I LOVE THIS. I have all of my local bloggers in one group, my favorite parenting blogs in another, horse blogs in another group – you get the idea. It’s a super easy way for me to keep everyone organized.
• If you’re a blogger, you’ll want to claim your blog. Once you claim your blog (and if it’s not available to claim, you can add it manually and then claim it), you’ll have access to stats and of course this handy dandy button that all of your readers will want to click – go ahead, click it!   

Importance of water

Water has many benefits for health and beauty.
Your body is 70% water so you need to povide full body of water.
The benefits of drinking water for the human body: 
- Helps eyesight 
- Moisturize and cleanse the skin. Firming skin. Keep your skin soft and smooth, reduce acne. Prevent Wrinkles 
- Boost your brain power - about 85% water in brain TB. 
- Helps the body healthy. 
- Anti-aging. 
- Prevent infection. Detoxification 
- Protection of heart. 
- Helps maintain kidney function. 
- Energize muscles. 
- Maintain intestinal function. 
- Maintain the body's water balance. 
- Lubricate the motor joints. 
- Air temperature and maintain body temperature .
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Depending on health and disease that the appropriate amount of water you drink.
Normally you should drink about 2 liters of water per day.

So drink enough water to have a healthy body !