11. September 2008 by admin.

How to Win the Fight Against
Fatigue

In other Health Watch articles, we’ve talked about the many energizing benefits of restful sleep. But even if you are getting plenty of sleep and are not feeling drowsy, you may still be suffering from fatigue. There’s a difference – in general, drowsiness is feeling the need to sleep, whereas fatigue is a lack of energy and motivation, often accompanied by apathy (a feeling of indifference or not caring about what happens). Fatigue is disruptive and interferes with all aspects of daily living. In the United States, fatigue results in about 10 million doctor visits each year. Fatigue can be a normal and important response to physical exertion, emotional stress, or boredom. However, it can also be a sign of a more serious psychological or physical disorder. Some of the more common of these are: An allergy that leads to hay fever or asthma Anemia (including iron deficiency anemia) Depression or grief Sleep disorders such as ongoing insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, or narcolepsy Underactive thyroid or overactive thyroid Autoimmune diseases such as lupus Chronic liver or kidney disease Congestive heart failure Diabetes Poor nutrition Certain medications may also cause drowsiness or fatigue, including antihistamines for allergies, blood pressure medicines, sleeping pills, steroids, and diuretics. If you have any of these medical problems, please see your doctor. For the rest of you, here are some great lifestyle tips that can really help you to win the fight against fatigue: Get adequate, regular, and consistent amounts of sleep each night. It helps to go to bed at the same time each night and to get up at the same time each day, and to sleep in a cool, quiet, and comfortable room. Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet, and don’t skip breakfast. When you first wake up, your blood sugar is low, and eating a healthy breakfast can serve as an energy booster that will start your day off right. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. You may be surprised to learn that nothing can tire you out faster than dehydration, so keep a bottle of water by your side whenever possible. Exercise regularly. Moderate aerobic exercise, 3 or 4 times a week for 30 to 45 minutes, will help increase your energy level. The key is consistency, if you want to see consistent results. Learn how to relax. When you’re under excessive stress, your breathing becomes shallower, limiting the flow of vital oxygen to the cells of your body and brain. Whenever you’re feeling worn down by stress, try taking 5 to 10 deep breaths to help regain control. Breathing exercises, yoga, and meditation are techniques you can practice any time, and they’re great tools for managing stress and fatigue. Keep a reasonable and realistic schedule. Prioritize your daily to-do list and pace yourself as you work your way through your day. And make sure to schedule time for yourself. Even a half hour a day spent doing something that you enjoy will pay big dividends in reducing fatigue. Change your stressful circumstances, if possible. For example, take a vacation, and deal directly with problems in a relationship or with your boss. Take a multivitamin to help your body’s natural defenses against fatigue. FreeLife offers advanced multi-nutrient formulas that can give you an edge in your daily fight against fatigue. Drink 4 oz. (120 ml) of GoChi®every day!

GoChi®– Participants in groundbreaking clinical study report experiencing significantly reduced fatigue in just 14 days!

In a recent human clinical trial featured in the peer-reviewed Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (JACM), participants drinking a daily serving of just 4 ounces (120 ml) of GoChi reported experiencing significantly increased energy levels and reduced fatigue in as little as 14 days! Researchers also noted that the GoChi drinkers reported reduced stress and improvements in sleep quality. The publication of our study by the independent experts of a peer-reviewed publication such as JACM represents a first for a functional juice beverage in the Direct Selling industry, and it demonstrates FreeLife’s ongoing commitment to supporting its claims with solid scientific research. Here’s to winning the fight against fatigue. Here’s to GoChi! Your FreeLife Science Team

REFERENCES:

“Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia: Fatigue.” U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health. Bethesda, MD. Retrieved September 5, 2008. Available at http:/ /www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003088.htm “How to beat fatigue.” Arthritis Today. June 8, 2007. Arthritis Foundation, Washington, DC. Retrieved September 5, 2008. Available at: http://www.art hritis.org/how-to-beat-fatigue-1.php Eustice, Carol and Richard. “10 Ways to Fight Fatigue.” About.com: Arthritis. June 23, 2008. Retrieved September 5, 2008. Available at: http://arthri tis.about.com/od/fatigue/a/fatigue.htm Puetz T, O’Connor P. “Low-intensity exercise reduces fatigue symptoms by 65 percent.” UGA Office of Public Affairs News Service. University of Georgia. Retrieved September 5, 2008. Available at: http: //www.uga.edu/news/artman/publish/080228_Fatigue.shtml Amagase H, Nance DM. “A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Study of the General Effects of a Standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi™.” J Altern Complement Med. 2008; 14(4), pp. 403-412. Abstract available on PubMed at http://www.pubmed.gov (PMID: 18447631)

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9. September 2008 by admin.

“I doubt that we can ever successfully impose values or attitudes or behaviors on our children; certainly not by threat, guilt, or punishment. But I do believe they can be induced through relationships where parents and children are growing together. Such relationships are, I believe, build on trust, example, talk, and caring.” —Fred Rogers (1928-2003), U.S. children’s TV personality, educator, writer

This message is one of a daily newsletter from The Foundation for a Better Life bringing you a new inspiring quote every day. The Foundation for a Better Life is a non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the values that make a difference in our communities. This week we are featuring quotes related to teaching by example. We hope you enjoy this daily quote, and if you feel inspired, please Pass it On.

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4. September 2008 by admin.

The 5 Laws Of Writing Network Marketing Blogs by Mike Dillard

 

Mike Dillard, who I consider a very savvy Internet marketer and a well known Guru in our industry wrote an article I wanted to share. This article was wrote back in October 2007.

Mike Dillard went from waiting tables to millionaire at 29, Mike Dillard, is a professional marketer who has taught over 100,000 entrepreneurs from around the world how to tap into the power of his attraction marketing techniques.

In part from his sales letter …

As an MLM trainer and direct marketing specialist with over 100,000 students around the world — including 7-figure network marketers, CEO’s, real-estate investors, and Internet marketing “gurus” who make millions of dollars per year, Mike Dillard is someone to pay attention to.

Mike Dillard has personally helped thousands of network marketers go from “zero to wealthy” in as little as a few weeks. And many of my students have achieved total financial freedom in almost every MLM company in the business.

Mike has personally extended himself to me personally as well. He’s a busy guy but seems to make time for those who are seriously working on achieving a better and more successful future. That’s something I admire about Mike Dillard, because I see so many get so huge they have little time for anyone else - but Mike is an exception to that rule!

I appreciate his time and value it just as much as I do my very own. He’s a good guy!

The 5 Laws Of Writing Network Marketing Blogs by Mike Dillard

If you are not writing blogs you are doing your network marketing business and your bank account a disservice. As an entrepreneur one of the greatest tools you have is the Internet.

Marketing methods such as blogs, allow marketers to speak to people anywhere on the web. In the old MLM business model most marketing had to be done within your geographic area by chasing people down the street like a sleazy salesman.

From Google ad words, to e-mail marketing there is simply no better automated, cost effective way of marketing your business and making money than writing blogs. Period.

Writing network marketing blogs is like any other marketing method, you have to learn how to do it properly or it is simply useless and a waste of your time. Therefore, you need to know the 5 laws of network marketing blogs in order to drive traffic to your blog, your website and to make money.

Network Marketing Blog Law #1

Offer value to your readers. People will only read your blog if you have valuable information to give to them that is written in an interesting way. You don’t have to be a miracle man for them, but you need to make sure that you have something of value that you are offering because it is the only way people will read it.

Network Marketing Blog Law #2

Make sure your blog sticks to their brain. In other words, make them remember in it in one way or another.

You can do this several ways. One is using the first law and give people enough value to want to read what you have out next time. Second is to design your blog with a catchy, unique appropriate theme that they like and can’t forget. Another is to add an opt-in web form so you can capture a reader’s email address. Then you can develop a relationship with them by sending them your newsletter or other e-mail marketing content.

Network Marketing Blog Law #3

Make it real. Don’t over stuff keywords and ads into your blog. Search engines and readers do not enjoy this optimization technique. You can achieve the best long-term rankings with the search engines by writing good content laden blogs.

Network Marketing Blog Law #4

Research the market that you intend to blog to. When you blog you have to select different niche markets that you want the blog released to. Remember that marketing is all about getting what you have in front of the right people, not the most people. Blogging is not any different.

Network Marketing Blog Law #5

Do not let your blog sit around. It does not look good when your blog disappears, you will gradually lose all traffic to your blogs and your websites. Keep up with your blogs and try to submit one for each website you are marketing at least once a month. Once a week, or daily are the best options, but it all depends on the amount of time you want to spend blogging and how much traffic you are trying to get.

As you can see, network marketing blogs are an important Internet marketing tool to master. They can drive you a lot of free, targeted traffic from all over the net, and you can get ranked with the search engines by having back-links all over the Internet. Just remember to follow the five laws of blogging if you wish to maximize your profits.

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4. September 2008 by admin.

Looking for Sharper Focus and
Concentration

How many times has this happened to you? It’s a special occasion, and you’ve somehow managed to secure reservations at the hottest restaurant in town. You’re full of happy anticipation as you drive along the freeway and then suddenly, for no apparent reason, traffic slows to a crawl. After creeping along for what seems like hours, you finally reach the source of the slowdown: a minor “fender bender” in the opposite lanes of traffic. For some reason, hundreds of your fellow drivers had become so distracted by this that they lost focus and concentration, and as a result, you’ve lost your precious dinner reservations!Life certainly provides plenty of distractions, and as the above scenario illustrates, it can be very easy to lose focus. But how do you explain not being able to concentrate when you’re sitting at home or in your office with no outside distractions, and yet you still can’t seem to finish a task that you’ve started? The inability to focus or concentrate affects even the most disciplined of people (with the possible exception of the superhuman Tiger Woods). Here are some reasons why you might be having trouble staying in sharp focus: Inadequate sleep: Many experts recommend 7 to 9 hours of restful sleep daily, and even more for growing kids. And yet, more than 60 million people in the United States experience sleep-related complaints. Many poor sleepers don’t know that they have a problem because their bodies have adjusted. Your body may be willing, but you can’t fool your brain. Brain fatigue will rob you of the focus and concentration you need to perform at your peak. Boredom or lack of interest: Your concentration may be fading simply because you just aren’t interested enough in what you’re supposed to be concentrating on. It can be pretty difficult to muster up enthusiasm for plugging endless numbers into a spreadsheet, or for attacking your daily chores. Stress and frustration: If you’re feeling overwhelmed by difficult or worrisome issues, it can be almost impossible to zone in on one task without being distracted by the weight of your other unfinished business. Medical causes: Talk to your doctor if you suspect you may be dealing with one of these issues: (ADHD): This disorder involves abnormal brain chemistry, affecting your ability to focus and concentrate. Although usually encountered in children, ADHD can affect adults as well. Thyroid Problems: Although difficult to diagnose, feeling restless and anxious, being unable to concentrate, and having a poor memory could all indicate thyroid trouble. Diabetes: Your brain requires a constant flow of glucose for energy, which it receives from your blood. If your blood sugar levels are elevated or crashing, you’ll be left feeling tired and unable to focus. Depression: When you’re depressed, it can be nearly impossible to think clearly, or to find the energy and motivation to concentrate. concentration? If you have a medical condition, you owe it to yourself to seek professional help. And for the rest of you, try these helpful tips! earlier or take a mid-afternoon power nap, and you’ll dissipate that brain fog. Banish boredom. Research shows that concentration drops after 20 to 30 minutes, so take frequent breaks, making sure to get out of your chair to keep blood flowing to your brain. Bribe yourself with a reward once you finish your task. Treating yourself will feel extra good because you’ll also have the feeling of accomplishment that comes from a job well done. Get organized. Make sure that you have everything you need to complete the task at hand. If you’re poorly prepared, the extra time and effort needed to get the job done will make you lose focus more easily. Don’t distract yourself by trying to work with the television or radio on, or with your computer’s instant messaging program running. Write it down. If you can’t get unfinished tasks out of your head, write them down so you’re free to stop obsessing over them. Your to-do list should include an estimate of how much time it will take for each item. That will really help you to prioritize your day. Fight through frustration to help manage stress. In the same way that champion athletes can get their second wind, you can fight through mental frustration to find renewed focus. From now on, if you’re in the middle of a task and tempted to give up, noted author and lecturer Sam Horn recommends that you just do five more. Read five more pages. Finish five more math problems. Work five more minutes. Don’t procrastinate. As R.D. Clyde said, “It’s amazing how long it takes to complete something we’re not working on.” Delaying a task will only make it occupy more of your mind and time. Drink 4 ounces (120 ml) of GoChi™ every day.

GoChi – Clinical study participants report experiencing improved focus and concentration.

For countless generations, the people of Asia have used the goji berry daily in their quest for sharp mental focus and intense concentration. No goji product is more potent than FreeLife’s GoChi, and now its wide-ranging benefits have been clinically demonstrated in three clinical studies. In a recent, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled human trial, test subjects drinking a daily serving of just 4 ounces (120 ml) of GoChi reported experiencing significant improvement in focus and mental acuity, as well as reduced feelings of stress and better sleep quality, all in as little as 14 days!This groundbreaking clinical study has been published in the highly regarded Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (JACM), and it can also be viewed on the U.S. Government’s encyclopedic PubMed website at www.pubmed.gov. The acceptance of our study by the independent experts of a peer-reviewed publication such as JACM represents a first for a functional juice beverage in the Direct Selling industry, and it demonstrates FreeLife’s ongoing commitment to supporting its claims with solid scientific research. Bring your world into focus, with GoChi! Your FreeLife Science Team

REFERENCES:

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. National Institute of Mental Health. National Institutes of Health. April 3, 2008. Available at http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/adhd/complete-pub lication.shtml.Battaglia E. Zoning In – Improving Your Concentration. LifeScript.com website. Available at http://www.lifesc ript.com/channels/healthy_living/Life_Tips/zoning_in_improve_your_concen tration.asp?page=5&trans=1 Horn, S. About.com Alternative Medicine: Top 5 Tips to Improve Your Concentration. Available at http://altmedicine.about.com/od/optimumhealthessentials/a/Con centration.htm Amagase H, Nance DM. A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Study of the General Effects of a Standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi™. J Altern Complement Med. 2008; 14(4), pp. 403-412. Abstract available on PubMed at http://www.pubmed.gov (PMID: 18447631)

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