Failure

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Everyone fears failure. No one is immune from failure.  Successes in life come from our failures.  People that embrace their failures, learn from them and help lead them towards success. When we fail, we are forced to examine ourselves for who we really are. We take inventory of what really matters and become grateful for those things in our lives that have turned out for the better. We focus on those things that are the most important to us. Rather than dispersing our energies into many areas, we learn through failure to direct our focus toward things that we are most passionate about that define us. With failure come determination, perseverance, strength and knowledge.

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Just Dance

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Dancing is a great mind and body workout. According to an AARP, exercise…i.e. dancing, increases brain chemicals that stimulate nerve cell growth. Dancing requires the brain to remember steps and sequences thus improving memory skills. An article in the New England Journal of Medicine found that people that danced at least twice a week had lower incidence of dementia and those with Alzheimer's were able to remember events when they dance to music they used to know. Dancing can help strengthen bones, improve muscle tone, posture and balance; reduce stress, blood pressure, heart disease and depression; and build self esteem, stamina and flexibility.

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Papayas

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Winter is the season for papayas. Papayas are more than just a tropical fruit, they are becoming more incorporated in our road to wellness. Papayas are loaded with antioxidants (vitamin C, flavinoids, carotenes), vitamin B, potassium, beta carotene and magnesium and contain an enzyme that can help protect our skin from premature aging. According to an Alternative Medicine article, this enzyme, called Papain, is being added lotions and other skin care products. Papain acts as an exfoliant, removing dead skin cells while leaving healthy skin cells untouched. Researchers believe eating papayas on a regular basis can improve heart health and prevent cancers. Papayas are low in sugar and can be tolerated well by diabetics. Papayas are sometimes eating for the purpose of being a natural "body cleanser" to jump start your wellness goals. (photo by Scott Bauer)

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Coffee

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Yes I am addicted to coffee. Although coffee has gotten a bad rap in the past, studies have shown that coffee has great health benefits. According to an April 2010 article in Health.com, coffee drinkers may be at lower risk of liver, prostate, and colon cancer, type 2 diabetes, dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Coffee is the number 1 source of antioxidants in the American diet.

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Forgiveness

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We all have been hurt by careless words and actions of someone that can leave us with long lasting feelings of anger, negativity and bitterness. Allowing ourselves to forgive those that have caused us pain can bring us peace, hope and joy, and help lead us to increased physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. According to the Mayo Clinic “forgiveness is a decision to let go of resentment and thoughts of revenge”. We might never forget the hurt that was caused to us however we can forgive those that inflicted the pain. Forgiveness allows us to focus on the positive parts of our life. As we give forgiveness we are able to embrace feelings of understanding, compassion and empathy. We are able to have healthier relationships with other, less anxiety, anger and stress, lower blood pressure, fewer feelings of depression and a decreased incidence of alcohol and drug abuse.

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Pomegranates

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Pomegranates are a delicious fruit that are low in calories (about 110 calories in a 4 inch diameter pomegranate), high in vitamin C and potassium, and a great source of fiber. Pomegranates contain three different types of polyphenols (tannins, anthocyanins, ellagic acid), powerful antioxidants. Antioxidants have been shown to help in the prevention of cancer and heart disease. FYI: an easy way to peel a pomegranate is to open it in a bowl of water and remove the fruit in the water. Strain and enjoy.

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Raspberries

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Raspberries are a healthy fruit choice to add to your diet. They can be eating raw or added to cold or hot dishes. One of my favorite chicken dishes includes raspberries. Raspberries are a great source of fiber (4.6 grams per ½ cup) and antioxidants (cancer killers). In fact when compared to other fruits, raspberries rank near the top of the list for antioxidant strength. 1 cup of raspberries contains half of the daily recommended dose of Vitamin C-powerful antioxidant. Vitamin C is needed to help with collagen (body protein) formation and proper function of the nervous system. Raspberries help protect skin from damaging effects of the sun and fade discolorations and age spots. Raspberries promote healing and scar reductions. If you do not like the taste of raspberries, don’t worry you can still incorporate raspberries into your body’s wellness. Add 2 cups crushed raspberries into one cup plain yogurt, apply to skin, leave on for 15 minutes then rinse with water.

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Olive Oil

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Olive Oil. We all know olive oil is beneficial for our heart health, however, olive oil is a natural alternative for uses around the home. It can be used to soften skin and as a lubricant for shaving or to remove paint off your skin. Olive oil is a natural make-up remover and hair conditioner. It can be added to your cat's food to help aide in digestion and prevent fur balls. A few sips before bed might help your snoring partner stop giving you a better nights sleep. Our Italian tour guide swears that a shot of olive oil before a night of drinking will help prevent a hangover the next morning. (Picture of olive buds I took last May in Italy)

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