Get Rid Of Bruises By Running?

Now here is a really intriguing idea.....from a site called Helping Articles (unable to find this site now!)

I had to read this twice before I could take it in.  I have just started running and when I say running I mean in a very non-runner-like way.  Run for 100 steps then walk until your breathing has returned to normal.  Then run another 100 steps etc.

Well I only do this twice or three times each morning on the way to work.

I have developed a bad knee now so I am not running at the moment but I am determined to find out if running is for me. 

An Active Running Regimen Can Help You Stop Bruising Easily!

Are you ready to be rid of those bruises that are bugging you so badly? As you continue to age, it becomes very hard to prevent or reduce bruising easily. In addition, there are many people that think there is something medically wrong with them that would explain all of the bruising. However, most of these people that go to the doctor to inquire about this issue find out that it is just due to the body’s aging process.

After you have determined that the bruising occurring to your body is not some medical disorder and is simply because of age, you can evaluate many different ways to help prevent bruising. This can be done by paying proper attention to the root problem of easy bruising and getting educated by gathering the proper information. As the body ages more and more, your blood vessels become more fragile, and even a slight bump can put bruises at the points of contact. Therefore, explore how beneficial a regular running routine may be to help avoid bruising from happening at all.

One thing you will see right off is that running regularly will increase your heart’s pumping ability substantially. If you remain consistent with your running regimen, you will see how well this works to help prevent bruising from occurring at all.

When you are practicing a consistent running regimen, it forces the cardiovascular system in your body to exert itself more, which will improve your aerobic capacity. Whenever your blood vessels become stronger than what they were, you will surely see that those slight bumps and bangs are not doing the damage they once did resulting in bruising. You may just be thinking you are only exercising your legs when you are running, but your whole body is benefiting from the exercise.

Are you 50 yet?

Well apparently there is a difference in how you should think about your diet.....

This is from Natural Health and Organic Living blog by Aree Bettermann

If you’re someone who’s beyond the age of 50 who is looking to lose some body fat, you might start to wonder if there should be a difference in the approach you use versus the approach of someone who is younger. 
After all, your body is different now than when you were in your twenties, so it only stands to reason that you may need to use a different type of diet. 
So what differences should someone over 50 take note of? What alternations will best help you see success?
Let’s go over the main things that you should know so that you can get right on track to progress. 
Alterations To Your Calorie Intake 
The very first thing that you will likely want to do is use a slightly lower calorie intake at this point in your life. Now, there is the common saying that the metabolism naturally slows with age. While this is true, it’s not for the reason many people believe. 
The primary reason why your metabolism will decrease as you get older is because you’re losing lean muscle tissue. If you’re someone who has been active for the last 20 years, then you likely don’t need to use a reduced calorie intake as you will have more lean muscle tissue. 
If you haven’t been exercising though, then a slightly lower calorie diet is in order. Try starting at around 10 or 11 calories per pound of body weight.

This article was published on tophealthystore99's blogspot which can no longer be found

How do you milk a coconut then?

OK, so I tried the coconut milk and the almond milk and any other non dairy milk I could find in the shop.

And guess what, I liked them all and they didn't taste very much different to cow's milk to my palate.

To be fair though I don't have milk in coffee and I very rarely drink tea so I was using the coconut milk in cooking only.  BUT I tried it just as a drink on it's own and  I LOVED IT!

Here are some recipes using coconut milk so you can try it.  For others go to 
http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/coconut_milk
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Coconut milk recipes

Coconut milk is not the liquid from inside the nut, but the extract of freshly grated coconut flesh. The flesh is first soaked in hot water, then allowed to cool, after which the liquid is strained off. This process that yields both coconut milk and coconut cream. The two liquids will separate when left to stand: the thick white cream will rise to the surface of the liquid leaving the clear watery milk below. Coconut milk gives a distinctive taste and smoothness to curries, sauces and rice.

Recipes using coconut milk

Main course

• Mussel broth

  By Paul Ainsworth

• Turbot cooked in coconut milk, frozen lettuce and confit English asparagus

  By Glynn Purnell

• Coriander fish curry with pilau rice and coriander flatbreads

  By James Martin

• Thai coconut mussels

  By James Martin

• Jungle curry of guinea fowl with coconut and lime rice

  By John Torode

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