Zumba is dangerous exercise pandemic that is spreading fast around the globe. It started in Columbia as it is full of international influences.

7 Zumba Warnings:

1. Zumba is the worlds most addictive exercise.

2. In a Zumba class people are smiling, dancing and having fun.

3. Zumba is a great way to burn fat.

4. Zumba strengthens your core.

5. Zumba releases stress

6. Anyone can do Zumba

7. You’re a great risk of continuing to go to these classes.

Don’t attempt this if you’re not ready to lose weight!

Don’t say I didn’t warn you!

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You can help your knees by strengthening the muscles around them. Check out this video for a number of exercises that you can do at home and without any special equipment.

When it comes to the supplement part that they are talking about. I would as usual start with omega-3. It can really help your joints and it has so many fantastic effects on your health.

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The couch potato lifestyle is hitting back.

What happens to us when we turn on the TV? Our total focus turns to this attention grabbing machine and..oops 4 hours fly by.

4 hours of your precious time.

4 hours that shortens your life span A LOT.

An Australian research, that was just published, found that the more TV you watch the sooner you will die.

The people who watched TV for 4 hours a day had a 80% higher risk of dying from heart disease than the people who watched less than 2 hours.

That is statistics that you don’t want to play with.

Of course it’s not the TV that is bad. It’s the sitting still without using your muscles. The same thing goes for sitting still in an office, in the car or on a plane. There are few things that make you as passive as the TV. A plane of course but very few people travel as a passenger on a plane for 4 hours a day.

I guess I’ll have to look for exercises while sitting down.

After showing these stats to my husband, we decided to pull the plug on the cable. We’ll see what the kids have to say about that..

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It’s funny how schools and authorities urge us to take the H1N1 vaccine.

Other countries, like the Netherlands, have declared the swine flu to have passed. It’s gone, no need to worry anymore.

Here we need to worry about a second wave of the still so dangerous flu.

Was the flu really that bad?
Not as far as I’ve seen.

This was a really great business case for pharmaceuticals. Media blew up the dangers of the swine flu. Governments ordered vaccine for the whole population, sometimes even more. Massvaccination was being prepared. Untested vaccine was starting to be rolled out and the producers were not responsible for possible side effects.

Then something went wrong. The vaccine was not ready on time for the BIG outbreak.

Panic, among people who thought they desperately needed the vaccine. A clinic in Ann Arbor had to be closed down because of people panicing.

Imagine moms fighting to get a flu shot for their kids. “give my kid a shot!”

Panic, at all those governments, hostipals and entities who had ordered huge amount of vaccine. Who was going to pay for it?

The answer is simple, a possible second wave will make us scared enough to take the shot. Despite that the flu wasn’t that bad and despite that it already passed.

There is just one thing that just doesn’t make any sense.

You know how they say that people over 60 don’t have to worry about H1N1 because they have already been exposed to it.

Well, haven’t most of us been exposed to it by now?

It sure sounds like there not that much to worry about.

And what happened to letting your body take care of illness on it’s own?

Still no flu shots in our family!

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Today is Black Friday, the beginning of the holiday shopping season. For some, it is the best time to shop for gifts. Not a bad idea at all. But it’s also best if you start giving eco-friendly presents. You’re not only saving money, you’re also helping preserve the environment.

Eco-Vegan Gal shares with us some eco-friendly shopping tips and a number of green companies with great Black Friday deals.

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The week from November 20 – 26, 2009 is designed by the National Farm City Council as National Farm-City Week. This is to recognize the important role of the farmers in food and fiber production, as well as, to strengthen the bond between farm families and urban residents.

Judi from Care2.com tells us why we need to thank and support the farmers and the local agriculture in our area.

You may be reluctant to do this, since most news stories regarding farmers usually cast a negative light on them. However, many of our farmers practice sustainable agriculture and work toward preserving our natural resources, protecting the environment and conserving water. As I have written about several times here on Care2.com, they are the largest stewards of our land and are working to preserve what little open space is left.

But each year, their very existence is jeopardized by the unchecked growth of development, competition and dominance by large corporate farms, over-regulation at the state and federal level, and the apparent lack of concern for their survival by the general public.

American Farmland Trust (AFT), reports that every minute of every day, America loses two acres of farm and ranch land to development. And, as they point out, without local farms and farmland, there is no local food.

For the past several years, more people have been buying and eating locally grown produce, and overall there is more awareness that buying from local growers supports a healthy economy. But, this increased demand will take more farms, farmers, and farm land to grow more local food and that’s why supporting the work of groups like AFT is so important.

We can continually show our support to our local farmers by shopping at local farm markets. Buying locally grown produce does not only support them and the agriculture sector, it also encourages us to eat healthy and in season. This way, we have access to natural foods and various nutrients needed by our body all throughout the year.

Thank you, farmers! Thank you for growing local fruits and vegetables and happy Thanksgiving!

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I just want to say thank you to all of you who read this blog and who joins in the conversations. Thank you for your time and for making me feel that my efforts are worth it.

I also want to thank Kevin for sharing this wonderful image.

Happy Thanksgiving!

/Carolin

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Doing these quick exercises will not only keep you energized for the day, it will also strengthen your body in the long run.

Esteem Yourself shares with us more health benefits of stretching and a few basic stretching routines that you can do everyday.

Benefits of Stretching
Muscle relaxation
Flexibility
Better coordination
Lower chance of injury.
Body circulation
Less stress
Mind relaxation
More energy

Stretching Routines
Stomach Stretch:
1. Lie with your stomach on the floor and stretch your legs behind you.
2. Place your hands on the ground and push up so that they are straight.
3. Try to hold it there for 15 seconds so that you get a good stretch.
4. Repeat as many times as needed.

Back Stretch:
1. Lie down with your back on the floor.
2. Put your arms flat on the ground next to your legs and raise your legs towards your head.
3.Touch the floor past your head if you are able to.
4. Hold your legs there for 15 seconds.
5. Repeat as many times as needed.

Leg and Back Stretch:
1. Sit on the floor.
2. Put your legs together in front of you.
3. Stretch your hands towards your toes.
4. Hold your legs there for 15 seconds.
5. Repeat as many times as needed.

Just a couple of reminders: it is best to consult with your physician before attempting any exercises and remember not to bounce when you are stretching to avoid injury.

Enjoy your morning stretches and have a good day!

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