Month: August 2020

RVing for the first time? Some Tips for Newbies

The pandemic has changed the way we travel.Travel overseas has been put on hold for most of us. We are still getting the itch to vacation but how can we remain safe while traveling our beautiful country?RVing is one of the hottest new trend in travel. And it's no wonder, you can really take control of your environment while exploring. From cooking your own meals, to sleeping in the vehicle that only you and your family will inhabit.If you are thinking about taking a trip in an RV, here are some tips from an article published in USA Today by Carly Mallenbaum.Be Well,Anisa 1. Don't Get Poop On Yourself… Sounds strange doesn't it? But Carly writes to trust her on this one! If there's a toilet in your rig, you're going to need to dump the waste. When you go to open the storage compartment on the side of the vehicle to remove the cap and connect the sewer hose in order to dump, remember this: Make sure the dump valves are closed! You may not know exactly what she's talking about now, but she urges us to watch videos about dumping the holding tanks. Read the page in your...

Does Your Mood Affect Your Skin?

It might sound really strange but your mood can and does create change in your skin.I experienced this during the very beginning of the pandemic. I think it was an overall feeling of doom and disbelief and I visibly saw more wrinkles on my face.Turns out there is scientific proof about this. There is often a chemical response in your body when it comes to emotions. Bad or uneasy moods can reduce the skin's ability to heal, increase cortisol levels in the bloodstream, weaken skin cells, interrupt collagen production, etc.These changes to your body will naturally result in a physical change to your skin.We will look at the various emotions and how they effect your skin.Be Well,Anisa Clinical Perspectives Of Mood-Related Skin Issues… Most people do not realize just how much mood can affect the skin. In fact, it's not uncommon for people to seek assistance from a dermatologist, not realizing that a psychological issue may be the source of the problem. Resolving some mood-related skin issues may require both a dermatological and psychological approach. Smile For Good Skin … The saying "laughter is the best medicine" actually has some medical validity. Studies show that our emotions can have positive...

Is Your Reusable Mask Making You Sick?

No matter what side of wearing a face mask you are on, they are a part of our daily life. There are many types of masks with all varying protection with KN95 and N95 being near the top, then the 3-Ply ones aka Surgical Masks coming in after and of course all the new stylish, reusable masks hitting the market. Some are homemade while others are manufactured by companies. I was talking to my friend Donna who has a Chicago Cubs mask. It is now how I identify her quickly because she ALWAYS is wearing this one. Anyway we were talking and I asked her how many she had of these because that is the only one I see her in and she said, just this one. That surprised me so I asked… "how often are you washing it?" She stopped and said "well, not as much as I should. Maybe once a week". Forget COVID-19, this is bad for so many other reasons. It got me to thinking, are reusable masks actually making people sick? Let's look at some Face Mask "rules", from etiquette to hygiene. Be Well,Anisa Different Types Of Masks… Cloth Mask: A cloth mask is a...

10 Ways to Sharpen Your Memory at Any Age

Hello Friend, I'm convinced that all the preservatives, pesticides and sugar put into our foods have had a horrible effect on our memories. Growing up I knew few older people with Alzheimer's or Dementia. Now I don't know a family who isn't affected. In fact new studies show someone in the world develops dementia every 3 seconds. There were an estimated 46.8 million people worldwide living with dementia in 2015 and this number grew to 50 million people in 2017. By 2030 it is estimated 75 million people will be afflicted. What are we to do? We've all heard do a crossword puzzle. Well that is good but here are 10 things you can do RIGHT NOW to improve your memory. Be Well,Anisa 1. Make over your meals… As I mentioned I believe food is so much at the root of our issues. There has been much said on the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet. A diet that is heavy on fish, vegetables, whole grains and daily servings of nuts and olive oil. Studies show it does your memory some good, too. A 2015 study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine found that a Mediterranean diet appears to...

Save Money By Cutting These 7 Things From Your Budget

For me saving money has never been more important. This is for two reasons. First I'm getting older and thinking about retirement. Plus the current state of the world has me concerned about the economy. I've been going through expenses and things that I've spent money on in the past and seeing what I can cut out. Turns out there are so many things that I can cut. Think of when you are dieting… just cutting a little bit of items routinely can have a great effect. It is the same with your budget. Let's look at some items you can cut and if you're like me you won't even notice them. Be Well,Anisa 1. Gym membership… Depending on where you live gyms may or may not be open. But this is something to look at. Is a membership with a monthly fee really the way to do it? There are so many free workout programs available on YouTube or maybe a one time purchase of a Yoga or workout DVD is worth it. If you want a some gym eqipment at home, check for-sale sites such as Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist. You will be surprised how many are available...