Health, The Forgotten Friend

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Article Title: Health, The Forgotten Friend

Author: Raquel Hunter

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How many times have you heard someone say, " If I could do it

all over again, I'd take better care of my health " ? Or have you

heard people say, " If I get rid of this disease, I'll eat right

and exercise more frequently " ? Unfortunately, most people don't

receive that second chance.

Most people do not appreciate the importance of their health

until it is failing. Cookies, candy, chips, ice cream, french

fries, alcohol we run to them for comfort and solace. We think

these foods make us feel better, but that is an illusion. These

foods, and many others like them, are slowly killing us. Every

time you " indulge " in a pint of ice cream or an order of

super-size fries, you are putting your health at risk. So, does

this mean stop eating french fries and ice cream? Maybe. Would

you live longer if you stopped eating cookies, candy, chips,

ice cream, French fries? Probably. If you lower your intake of

the foods that rapidly increase your blood sugar, kill your

brain cells, increase your cholesterol level and blood

pressure, you will probably have a healthier and longer life.

So how do you lower your intake of these foods when they are

frequently on sale in bright seductive packaging at the grocery

store and readily available on almost every street corner? Here

are a few suggestions:

* Stash healthy snacks in your car so you won't be tempted to

order fast food on your way home from work.

* Exercise. It will give you a natural energy boost and deter

you from eating more calories that you can burn off.

* Drink more water. The more water you drink, the less hungry

you will feel.

* Don't stop eating these foods 'cold turkey'. Gradually reduce

your intake. If you currently eat french fries five times a

week, start by reducing to four times a week. Try this for a

couple of weeks and then reduce your intake to three times a

week.

* Set a specific goal. Goals will let you see your progress and

can be a source of inspiration.

Be strong when you crave food that is not good for you. You

will thank yourself later. Remember, health is important. Take

care of your health while you still have the chance.

About The Author: Raquel is a writer for MamasHealth.com.

http://www.MamasHealth.com is a website aimed at providing

clear, simple, easy to understand information about health.

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