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7 Tips for Winter Health

In winter, the sun sets earlier, a chill fills the air, and we spend less time outside being active and more time inside eating starchy and sugary foods. Our hibernating instinct doesn't keep us healthy. Rather, our immune system takes a hit, allowing winter colds and flus to grab hold. Luckily, there are certain things you can do to keep your energy up, your immune system strong and your body healthy all winter long.

1. Drink healthy fluids
Drinking six to eight glasses a day of water or herbal tea can keep your digestive system healthy, your weight down and your energy up.
2. Get some z's
Sleepingis is one of the most effective ways to refuel after a stressful day.
3. Avoid added sugars
In addition to causing weight gain, refined flours and sugars can suppress immune-system function.
4. Go for garlic
The sulfur-containing compounds in garlichelp increase the potency of two important cells of the immune system, which in turn help battle colds. Eat garlic raw or cooked for an immune-system boost.
5. Eat zinc-rich foods
Zinc helps prevent a weakened immune system. Get adequate amounts by eating oysters, liver, lean beef, pork, turkey, lamb, lentils, pumpkin and sesame seeds, garbanzo beans and yogurt.
6. Favour fruits and veggies
Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eatingrecommends eating five to 10 servings per day. n.
7. Move it
Don't succumb to inactivity this winter -- hit the yogastudio, run on the treadmill or suit up and head outdoors. A brisk walk burns calories, gets the blood flowing and increases energy.

Diabetic/Sugar-Free

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Diabetes is on the rise, yet most cases of diabetes are preventable with healthy lifestyle changes. Some can even be reversed. The bottom line is that you have more control over your health than you think. If you're concerned about diabetes, you can make a difference by eating a healthy diet, keeping your weight in check, and getting exercise.

Eating right is a key step to preventing and controlling diabetes. Fortunately, whether you're trying to reduce your risk of diabetes or manage a pre-existing problem, you can still enjoy your favorite foods and take pleasure from your meals. Your nutritional needs are the same as everyone else-no special foods or complicated diets are necessary. But if the way you eat has been less than healthy, you may need to learn some better eating habits. The key to a diabetes diet is eating in moderation, sticking to regular mealtimes.

Hygeia Creatine

Look for foods high in nutrients, low in fat, low in sugar and moderate in calories. It is a healthy diet for anyone! At HYGEIA I carry a selection of sugar-free products including: