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How to Find the Best Nutritional Supplements

How to Find the Best Nutritional Supplements

Consumer Smarts - How to find the best nutritional supplements

I’m frequently amazed by the questions I get about nutritional supplements. Some of them are dazzlingly complex, causing me to haul out a reference book before I can answer. Others are… well, they are the kind of questions people feel silly asking-the ones everyone wants to know but doesn’t want to ask.

Thoughts & Memory

Thoughts & Memory

Thoughts & Memory - Quick Bits and Fascinating Facts

Recollection and sharp thinking are serious topics -- but that doesn't mean you can't have fun with them! In fact, the stress relief from humor or relaxation may actually help improve these functions. We hope you find these bits of information helpful and entertaining.

7 Steps to a Better Memory

7 Steps to a Better Memory

1. Use it or lose it. Exercise your memory by repeating, rehearsing and practicing names, dates, stories, and other information you want to remember.

2. Live a healthy lifestyle. Eat a balanced diet, get plenty of rest, and avoid alcohol and smoking.

3. Listen attentively...

Making Workouts Worthwhile

Making Workouts Worthwhile

Make sure your workouts do the most for you.

Experts don't agree on exactly how much exercise is needed for optimum health – it depends greatly on your current fitness level and objectives. According to an expert panel from the Center for Disease Control and the American College of Sports Medicine, you should consider an average of 30 minutes of daily exercise, such as walking or golfing, a minimum.