How Old Are Your Muscles?

I’ve heard talk on TV about our real age according to certain health measures. I wonder if we could label our muscles, independently, with a real age, how old they would be. We lose muscle mass as we age. Most people want to remain physically active and strong into their 60’s, 70’s, and beyond while at the same time their muscles are weakening naturally. The Denton Stretch for Life way to fight this battle: Exercise.

Don’t Drink Your Food: More on the Benefits of Chewing

I introduced some of the benefits of chewing in the last post. Did you know that chewing is becoming a lost practice in some fitness circles? Some people drink meal replacement shakes, juices, or flavored water instead of eating food. They drink their meals and snacks in an attempt to lose weight, add muscle, or gain energy. The dangers of not using the jaw muscles to chew outweigh the value of always drinking for nutrition, especially in youth. Let’s look at the link between chewing and your health.

Chewing Gum is Good for Your Brain!

Mothers and Fathers often give their kids advice. It’s not likely that your mom said, “Chew gum. It’s good for your brain.” Maybe she should have! I have found through my research that the muscular activity involved in chewing gum helps your brain and your body in several ways.

Almost Christmas

Most people worry about over eatting at this time of the year, but I think the one thing to focus on instead is the joy and laughter that this time of the year can bring. We can find a more productive way to attain joy during this season and not bring the focus only on ourselves and our physical "presents ".
Start each day with the thought and focus on things of eternal value always helps with current day.