The Healthy Child Care Provider
This page was created to inspire you to take care of you! Child care providers are so busy taking care of the children, meeting the needs of parents, managing the business and forget to take care of themselves. I hope that you enjoy the health tips on this blog.
Put a Plant on Your Desk For Better Health
Interior plants improve air quality and help us feel good.~House of Plants
June 24, 2011
Research has shown that having a plant on your desk at work can help reduce your risk of getting a sore throat and stuffed-up nose. A study by researchers in Norway found that nose, throat and dry skin symptoms were 23% lower in offices with plants. If you want a greater impact on your health and the children’s health, place plants through out your home or center.
Source for this post: The Little Green Book of Health: 250 Tips for an Eco Lifestyle (Little Green Books)
Eating a Balanced Diet For a Healthier You!
Less meat and more fruit’s and vegetables
June 17, 2011
After 12 years the USDA has updated the food pyramid. In fact, the USDA recommends that you balance your calories, increase the amount of whole grains, fruits and vegetables that you eat on a daily basis.
Moreover the USDA recommends the foods that you should reduce. Read more
Improve Your Health with Tai Chi
June 10, 2011
Studies have found that the traditional Chinese practice of tai Chi helps to reduce blood pressure in women. Also, it improves balance, reduces anxiety, stress and flexibility. According to Tai Chi for Beginners website, millions upon millions of people who practice Tai Chi worldwide are living a more active life than those who don’t, and their health potential increases dramatically. Furthermore, it is considered to be a beneficial exercise for middle-aged adults.
Improve Your Health with Walking
June 3, 2011
Walking is a natural way to improve your health. Moreover, it is a great way to improve youe health in the following ways:
- Lower your blood pressure
- Lower your cholesterol
- Manage your weight
- Improve your mood
- And so much more
Check out the article, Walking is a low-impact exercise with numerous health benefits. Here’s how to get started. Be sure to go for a walk today, for optimal health & wellness!
Aromatherapy for the Mind, Body and Soul
May 26, 2011
According to Arometherapy.com, aromatherapy is the practice of using the natural oils extracted from flowers, bark, stems, leaves, roots or other parts of a plant to enhance psychological and physical well-being.
Working with children or simply operating a childcare business, takes plenty of physical and emotional strength. Moreover, this is why it is vital that you find a way to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. Try Aromatherapy!
Check out the health benefits of Aromatherapy…….. (Click Here)
The Benefits of Deep Breathing
May 20, 2011
I was recently reading a book titled, “The Celestine Prophesy.” One of the chapters in the book is all about engaging in the flow of energy. I was interested in reading this chapter because I have been very busy with planning a preschool graduation and a summer camp. With so much on my mind, I have been feeling really sluggish and I thought I would give deep breathing a try.
In the book, Father Sanchez shared how he balanced his energy and energized his mind with deep breathing. In fact, Sanchez recommended that we take deep breaths, hold each breath for 5-minutes; each breath pulls in energy into us like a balloon and we actually become more energized.
After reading, I decided to give it a try. I took 5-6 deep breaths and exhaled through my mouth. I was immediately energized. In fact, I was in a positive mood and decided to practice deep breathing through out the day.
The next time that you feel tired or simply need some energy, give deep breathing a try. Working with children requires plenty of energy and deep breathing is a sure way to recharge your body. Check out this article…..
Build Your Immune System by Eating Foods that Contain Antioxidants
May 13, 2011
While working with children, you are exposed to germs on a daily basis. To assure that your immune system is strong enough to fight off the germs that you are exposed to daily, it is vital that you eat more foods that are high in antioxidants or consider taking a whole food supplement.
According to the National Cancer Institute “antioxidants are substances that may protect cells from the damage caused by unstable molecules known as free radicals. Many of these antioxidant substances come from fruits and vegetables.” Fruits and vegetables contain a powerful array of antioxidants that offer protection for our bodies.
Good Sleep is a staple of Optimal Health.
May 5, 2011
To assure that you have plenty of energy to run your business and/or care for children, it is vital that you get plenty of sleep. Researchers are discovering how sleep is vital for learning and memory, and how lack of sleep impacts our health, safety, and longevity. Moreover, sleep provides an opportunity for the body to repair and rejuvenate itself.
Are you getting enough sleep? You may experience the following symptoms if you do not get enough sleep:
- Memory problems
- Depression
- A weakening of your immune system, increasing your chance of becoming sick
- Increase in perception of pain
According to Web Md, the sleep requirements for each person depend on many factors, including age. For example, in general:
- Most adults need seven to eight hours a night for the best amount of sleep, although some people may need as few as five hours or as many as 10 hours of sleep each day.
- Women in the first three months of pregnancy often need several more hours of sleep than usual.
However, experts say that if you feel drowsy during the day, even during boring activities, you haven’t had enough sleep. Check out this video on Why Sleep Matters.
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Need More Focus? Boost Your Brain Power the Natural Way
April 29, 2011
After 3-4 hours of paper work I start to get a little tired and need to boost my brain power. In fact, I get up and walk around the center, just to clear my mind. Sometimes that does the trick, however, in most cases my eyes are still tired, I feel sluggish and I feel like I need something to give me a boost.
I decided to do a little research online about natural ways to boost your brain power and there are three natural supplements that will help you to gain focus or boost your brain power the natural way. Read More
Drink up for a Healthier Mind
Check out the Healthy Mind and Body 101 Blog for more info on the benefits of drinking water.
