Saturday, April 21, 2007

Ride It Out



Remember your first bicycle and how much you used to ride it?

That would explain all the energy you had as a little kid. Well, you can relive those moments and keep your body in shape at the same time.

Tired of running or jogging? Get a bike.

One of the main reasons for America's struggle with obesity is walking and cycling being replaced by automobiles.

Bicycling leads older adults to having a stronger heart and the confidence in being independent towards their health.

Bike riding not only helps lives but the environment too. If more people chose cycling instead of cars, air pollution would decrease and traffic congestion wouldn't be as bad.

Not only do you improve your health, but 30 minutes of bicycling can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, and sculp your outter appearance.

Carrots: A Healthy Benefit



Some of the best nutrients and health benefits can be obtained from carrots.

Carrots are one of the vegetables most popular by children and adults.

Here are a few health facts about carrots:

Carrots promote good vision. Especially night vision.

They are a good source of vitamines A,K,and C.

Carotenoids in carrots help maintain blood sugar levels.

Carrots contain a phytonutrient called falcarinol which reduced the risk of colon cancers

And the best part is that they are not hard to find or add to a dish.

Include carrots as a part of your daily diet and reap the great benefits.

For more facts on how carrots shape your health, check out the link.