Helpful Health Stuff!

Bad news: I have some major cavity problems.

Good news? I have some great tips for a healthy body, that are pretty easy. I know, you're skeptical, however, just try them. I'll even try to give you some good recipes! Okay, so the first thing I looked up is how to build strong, healthy teeth.

Most everyone knows that calcium is a must, but phosphorus is also essential! Where to get phosphorus though? It's in most dairy products, meats, seafood, liver, and fish. The best source of calcium and phosphorus is yogurt (it contains a whopping 383mg of phosphorus, in 8 oz., the recommend daily amount should be about 600-700mg a day!). Yogurt in itself is great for the body. It helps by providing good bacteria (lactobacteria) that helps your body to digest food and it cleans out the digestive tract, especially the colon, which in turn helps "decrease your risk of contracting colon cancer." That's great news for everyone. Other benefits of yogurt are: fighting off osteoporosis, stress reduction, anti-inflammatory, preventing hypertension, if eaten regularly- it will help you absorb other nutriets such as calcium and the b-vitamins, and it also boosts your immune system. For the lactose intolerant, yogurt is also easier on the stomach.

While looking up how to get more phosphorus, I stumbled upon some other ways to stay healthy, and thought I'd share! First, frozen veggies and fruits are chosen at their peak and frozen, which helps them retain their nutrients and last longer! Store brands are usually as good as name brands - which helps save a pretty penny! I think a lot of people have heard of pre-biotics, the stuff that helps you stay healthy and boost your immune, and antioxidants, which help fight off free radicals in the blood and body. A good source of antioxidants are: corn, onions, broccoli, spinach, raisens, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, cherries, red grapes, and oranges.

Some other foods to keep in mind are apples and potatoes. Apples help keep the blood sugar level balanced and are a good source of soluble fiber. Potatoes, contrary to popular belief, are great for you as well, as long as they aren't in the greasy form of french fries or chips! Baked, mashed, boiled, fried, all great options. They are a good source of vitamin C, B6, copper, potassium, manganese, tryptophan, dietary fiber, and are low in calories.

Hope this helps!