TIDBIT #1

One way to find happiness... Stop comparing yourself to others: Comparing yourself with others won't do you any good. You will either feel proud when you are above, or feel jealous and frustrated when you are below. None of them brings true happiness. So stop comparing yourself with others and simply be your best. lifeoptimizer.org

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TIDBIT #2

In 1946, DuPont introduced Teflon to the world, changing millions of people's lives… and polluting their bodies. Today, the family of compounds including Teflon, commonly called PFAS, is found in the blood of people around the world, including 99% of Americans. PFAS chemicals pollute water, do not break down, and remain in the environment and people for decades. PFAS chemicals, are a family of thousands of chemicals used to make water-, grease- and stain-repellent coatings for many consumer goods and industrial applications. These chemicals are notoriously persistent in the environment and the human body, and some have been linked to serious health hazards. PFOA, formerly used by DuPont to make Teflon, and PFOS, an ingredient in 3M's Scotchgard, were phased out under pressure from the Environmental Protection Agency after scientific evidence of serious health problems came to light. Even though they are banned in the U.S., evidence suggests the next-generation PFAS chemicals that have replaced them may be just as toxic. Studies have linked PFAS chemicals to: testicular, kidney, liver and pancreatic cancer; weakened childhood immunity; endocrine disruption; increased cholesterol; and weight gain in children and dieting adults. ewg.org

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TIDBIT #3

Walking backwards is not just for frolicking kids or teenagers goofing off any more. It actually has some health benefits for sports performance and rehabilitation after surgery or an injury. Walking or jogging backwards is popular in Japan because it burns several times more calories than doing it forwards. livestrong.com

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TIDBIT #4

Some of the most common chronic respiratory diseases include asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the arteries connecting the heart and lungs). Though some of these conditions can be genetic, lifestyle play a role as well (reduce cigarette smoke exposure, air pollution, and chemicals found in work/home environments). One study discovered that another way to keep your lungs breathing easier is with regular chiropractic visits. A study involved 30 subjects, ages 20 - 38, who had no respiratory issues and no pain in their thoracic region. Half received chiropractic adjustments and half received 'sham' placebo treatments instead. Researchers found the chiropractic group had "significantly increased" their forced air capacity and forced expiratory volume. The group that received the sham treatments experienced no difference in their respiratory function at all. This may be helpful to patients who have chronic respiratory issues and are looking for relief, but it may also work to reduce the likelihood of lung-related diseases in the first place. chironexus.net

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TIDBIT #5

Walnuts are one of the best plant sources of protein. They are rich in fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, and antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Nuts in general are also high in plant sterols and fat - but mostly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (omega 3 fatty acids - the good fats) which have been shown to lower LDL cholesterol. Walnuts, in particular, have significantly higher amounts of omega 3 fatty acids as compared to other nuts. healthcastle.com

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QUOTE

"If a fellow isn't thankful for what he's got, he isn't likely to be thankful for what he's going to get." ~Frank A. Clark

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