SUBJ: Wear gratitude like a cloak
SUBtitle: Exercise can cure long COVID
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I am thankful for you reading these newsletters, and that there are so many discoveries about how to maintain a healthy, happy, conscious lifespan.
SHORT NOTES: Wear gratitude like a cloak; Anti-inflammatory foods: Berries, fatty fish, broccoli, avocados …; Global health is our health; New flexible transparent solar panels will allow all building surfaces to generate electricity, even windows; Bacteria found in tumors, that seed metastases and block immune response; Exercise can stop spread of cancer; Exercise can cure long COVID; Artificial Intelligence will be the future of weight loss; Photos of various rash-like skin troubles; Common Showering and Bathing Mistakes- Washing removes healthy oil and bacteria from your skin, so bathing too often could cause dry, itchy skin; When you work out, you want your heart rate to go up, but not too much. Calculate the right number…; How to Quiet Your Mind, Breathe, Watch Fish Swim, endorphins…
LONG NOTES:
From KF: “Wear gratitude like a cloak, and it will feed every corner of your life.”
Anti-inflammatory foods: Berries Fatty fish Broccoli Avocados Green tea Peppers Mushrooms Grapes Turmeric Extra virgin olive oil Dark chocolate Tomatoes Cherries Extra virgin olive oil.
Global health is our health: Science 11 Nov 22 pg 588: New flexible transparent solar panels will allow all building surfaces to generate electricity, even windows! Solar cell efficiency has risen from 3% in 2000 to 12% in 2015 to 19% in 2022! Wind and solar electricity are now much cheaper than fossil fuel electricity.
Science 18 Nov-pg693-Bacteria are found in tumors. They seed metastases and block immune responses. The tumor microbiome reflects a need to maintain a healthy microbiome by eating fiber and fermented foods like yogurt. Pg 704-Covid vaccine could affect the menstrual cycle, making it a few days longer with increased menstrual flow.
Exercise can stop spread of cancer. Tel Aviv University researchers have found that regular aerobic exercise reduces the risk of metastatic cancer by up to 72%.
Exercise can cure long COVID. Studies by Israeli researchers on patients suffering from post-COVID ailments show that these can be safely relieved by exercise therapy as it stabilizes the autonomic nervous system.
Connecting patients with the same condition. More details of Israeli-founded Alike.Health.The app connects people who are suffering from similar conditions and going through the same experiences. Some 100,000 users in the USA have already uploaded their medical data anonymously to the app.
WebMD: Can the Excuses: Just Get Moving! When you think about all the benefits of regular physical activity, and the minimum time required (150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity), the answer is clear: If you want to stay healthy, you can find the time.Exercise is good for just about everyone, including older adults. It’s not your age that has you feeling the need to rest — it’s that you’re not moving. The more you do to stay active as you age, the lower your chances are for things like heart attack and stroke. Exercises that promote flexibility are in a group of four cornerstone movements (along with those that improve endurance, strength, and balance) Experts say those just starting out should begin slowly with low-intensity exercises. Drink plenty of water. Do things that you enjoy and that will keep you at it. You could work in the yard, walk with friends, work in the garden (lifting and bending are great for flexibility and strength), or take a bike ride. regular physical activity, including exercises that promote proper balance — exercises that you can do almost anytime, anywhere — you can help prevent the falls. Exercise is great for your brain.
Technology plays a huge role in aiding weight loss and staying fit. When it comes to losing weight, choosing which program is best for you and your body can be challenging. There is no one-size-fits-all diet or weight loss program, and most aren’t explicitly tailored to you. Artificial Intelligence will be the future of weight loss and, more importantly, a more effective means of losing weight. Mainstream weight loss programs are created for a general demographic rather than for specific individuals.
WebMD -What to Know About Your Heart Rate- Most healthy adults should have a resting heart rate between 60 and 100 beats a minute. In general, the more physically fit you are, the lower your heart rate will be. When you work out, you want your heart rate to go up, but not too much. To find the right number, start by figuring out your maximum rate: Subtract your age from 220. If you’re just starting a fitness regimen, your target should be about 50% of your maximum heart rate. If you already exercise regularly, it might be closer to 85%.
WebMD – skin conditions you may be concerned about. Photos of various rash-like skin troubles
WebMD -Common Showering and Bathing Mistakes- Washing removes healthy oil and bacteria from your skin, so bathing too often could cause dry, itchy skin and allow bad bacteria to enter through cracked skin, Antibacterial soaps can kill too much bacteria, including the good kind. This can allow bad bacteria that’s resistant to antibiotics to move in. launder your towel at least once a week and make sure it dries between uses. Loofahs are great for scrubbing, but their nooks are the perfect hiding place for germs. A long, hot shower feels so good, especially in winter, but hot water removes your skin’s natural oils and can leave you dry and itchy. Protect your skin by sticking with warm water and keeping your shower to 5 to 10 minutes. Unless you have an oily scalp, you probably don’t need to wash your hair daily. you can remove and clean the showerhead in boiling water to help kill the bacteria. Lotion, cream, or any moisturizer works by trapping the moisture in your skin. The best time to put it on is right after you bathe. Apply moisturizer within a few minutes of drying off. Limit soap to your armpits, groin, feet, hands, and face, and stick to warm water for the rest of your body. Clean or change your shower curtain regularly to stay safe
WebMD -How to Quiet Your Mind, Breathe, Watch Fish Swim, endorphins – High-intensity interval training (HIIT) can give you a big dose of them in a short time. After warming up, alternate 20- to 30-second bursts of pushing yourself hard (like doing sprints, squats, or fast weightlifting) with equal amounts of rest, Listen to Music, Help Someone, Go Outdoors, Pick a body part — foot, leg, mouth, eyes — and tense it for a few seconds. Then release and relax for 10 seconds or so. Notice how that feels different. Switch to another part, and keep going until you’ve done your whole body. Hang Out With a Dog, Hatha Yoga, Activities like coloring books, knitting, scrapbooking, and pottery offer an escape for a busy mind, stretch, daydream, walk around, get a snack, or chat with a friend. Take at least 5 minutes to recharge and reset. The soil itself has microorganisms that might help you focus and lift your mood. Gardeners are less depressed and anxious.
