Many years ago I read an article from a health magazine that discussed the importance of eating every two hours.  It said eating small meals every two hours throughout the day promoted lean muscle growth, and sped up the body’s metabolism.

This made a lot of sense, and I stuck with it for almost ten years.  So it is true, and it definitely works.  Dieting in general can also be important depending on our personal reasons for starting one.  Some people diet because they may have an illness, and certain foods may aid in the recovery.  Others may start dieting just lose a few pounds and trim up the old spare tire.  Either way, dieting and changing the foods we eat is always a good thing.

Creating a personalized diet plan can be a fun process.  Take the time to look through magazines and books, and watch videos for fresh and new ideas.  Videos are getting popular.  I guess it easier than researching, but videos can no doubt provide us with excellent tips on dieting routines and food variety.

When you’re all set and have your diet written down, follow through with it.  Don’t let a busy schedule deter you.  Buy a cooler if you have to.  Pack it with ice and load it up with all the meals you’ll need until you return home.  There’s no excuse.  😁

According to the online publication, “Medical News Today,” research studies have shown over 1 billion people worldwide are vitamin D deficient.

Our bodies do not produce vitamins and so generally, vitamins must be ingested through fortified food sources or by supplementing. What’s really interesting about vitamin D is that despite its name, it’s more formally known as a pro-hormone.
Known as the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is considered a pro-hormone because it can be synthesized by our bodies when our skin has direct exposure to sunlight.

Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium therefore, it’s essential for bone health. Our brain, heart, muscles, and immune system all have vitamin D receptors and all require the nutrient for proper function.
Insufficient levels of vitamin D levels are linked to weight gain, mood swings, periods of unexplained irritability, and chronic Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Adequate levels of vitamin D may play a role in regulating blood pressure, and similarly acts as a hormone in the body.
If you are going to use a vitamin D supplement then you should know it’s measured in IU and mcg. The proper intake for infants 0-12 months is 400IU (10mcg). Children 1-18 years old, pregnant or lactating women, and adults up to age 70, 600Iu or (15mcg) is recommended daily. 800Iu (20mcg) is a sufficient daily dose for adults over 70.

Remember good eating habits are always important. Fortified milk, juices, cheese, or cereal are good sources of vitamin D, and the same can be said about fatty cold water fish like salmon, herring, sardines, tuna, and mackerel.