tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91447802008-04-28T15:08:02.466-04:00Chet DayBlogger255125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-12676773163161701612008-04-28T10:33:00.002-04:002008-04-28T10:40:08.649-04:00

The following tips on how to be happy are so simple-minded, you may be tempted to not try them. That would be a major mistake because these techniques were scientifically documented and verified by a British "happiness team" that included psychologist Dr Richard Stevens, psychotherapist Brett Kahr, work place specialists Jessica Pryce-Jones and Philippa Chapman, social entrepreneur Andrew Mawson

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-17148436747982107082008-04-22T10:47:00.002-04:002008-04-22T10:57:37.351-04:00

Cabbage isn't exactly the most glamorous or romantic of vegetables, but it is one of the healthier, and you should be eating the stuff on a regular basis. If you want a healthy crockpot recipe with cabbage, try this one... Pritiken's Potato Stuffed Cabbage 1 head cabbage 5 lb potatoes -- peeled 2 onions 1/2 cup rice, raw 1 tsp dill, dried 1/4 tsp black pepper -- ground 2 egg whites 1 can

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-51949553490472288932008-04-06T13:38:00.003-04:002008-04-06T13:53:09.400-04:00

Most health authorities agree that consuming a high-fiber diet helps keep the colon free from disease. The reason for that is obvious -- like a broom, fiber cleans the intestines while helping to prevent constipation. Well, in addition to fiber, I bet you didn't know that having a little olive oil each day may also help keep your colon healthy by lowering your risk of colon cancer. Olive oil

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-75414287951020295502008-03-30T08:10:00.002-04:002008-03-30T08:17:35.593-04:00

I haven't shared a calming meditation with you in quite a while, so this Sunday morning let's turn to a Chinese proverb... Outside noisy, inside empty.For the next seven days (or more if you like), focus on the difference between the noise in the world and the empty quiet place behind your mind. To become aware of your quiet place, take a long, slow, deep breath, focus on the pause between

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-21231180147124255942008-03-24T09:55:00.002-04:002008-03-24T09:59:44.988-04:00

This beautiful Monday morning I have a healthy snack bar recipe for you that's better than fresh waffles! Waffle Stompers Snack Bars 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 2 cups old fashioned oats 2 cups crispy rice cereal 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp cream of tartar 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1 cup honey 3/4 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed 1 tsp vanilla Filling: 1 1/2

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-52992331499938397742008-03-03T11:05:00.002-05:002008-03-03T11:49:14.128-05:00

Let's start this first Monday in March with a short and natural remedy for jaw pain, shall we? According to dentist David Lerner, "People with TMD often think it's natural to clench their teeth all the time." Well, that's just plain not the case. In reality, clenching their teeth keeps their jaws tense and painful. In Bill Gottlieb's excellent compiliation Alternative Home Remedies, Dr.

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-56771725652628071432008-02-29T12:29:00.003-05:002008-02-29T12:56:28.525-05:00

Do you ever have trouble getting a really good night's sleep? I bet that's the case. You see, with most people working like crazy just to pay the bills, eight hours sleep every night often becomes a thing of the distant past. Well, if you're suffering stress-related insomnia, I have a natural insomnia remedy that just might make all the difference... How simple is this? To get a better

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-947052831668205372008-02-25T09:36:00.002-05:002008-02-25T09:56:45.448-05:00

Are you sick of supermarket dressings that have an ingredient list that would be more appropriate in a college chemistry lab? If you are, then I have a healthy, easy to make, and tasty alternative for you that I learned several years ago from Sue Ernest, who sent me the following email: Raspberry Vinegar Recipe Chet, I have a terrific recipe for Raspberry Vinegar that I'd like to share. It's

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-3572776900040348032008-02-19T18:03:00.002-05:002008-02-19T18:09:20.191-05:00

Just about everybody likes coleslaw, and today I have an unusual yet delicious and healthy recipe that you're going to be making for a long time. Even the kids will like this one. Whoa! Asian Coleslaw 5 Tbs rice wine vinegar 5 Tbs vegetable oil 5 Tbs peanut butter 3 Tbs soy sauce 3 Tbs brown sugar 2 Tbs minced ginger root 1 1/2 Tbs minced garlic 5 cups thinly sliced green cabbage 2 cups thinly

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-70456251682763925622008-02-11T11:14:00.000-05:002008-02-11T11:54:44.309-05:00

If you're like me, you're always looking for a healthy snack because of your sweet tooth. Well, today I have a great little recipe for you that's tasty, healthy, and easy to make... Pure Fruit Cookies 3 medium size ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups) 1/3 cup favorite oil (I use coconut oil 1 tsp vanilla 1/8 tsp salt 1 1/2 cups rolled oats 1/2 cup uncooked oat bran or creamy-style hot cereal 1/2

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-55590123384325788752008-02-06T13:36:00.000-05:002008-02-06T13:38:37.514-05:00

Although it's not much fun or something most of us enjoy, a certain level of anxiety is appropriate and healthy under various circumstances. With that said, here's a disturbing statistic -- it's estimated that 18% of the adult U.S. population (over 40 million of us) suffer from anxiety. Well, the next time anxiety is messing up your life, try one or more of the following five tips. Slower

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-30381365324982985892008-01-31T10:16:00.000-05:002008-01-31T10:22:12.958-05:00

I'm practically a drooler for delicious and healthy oatmeal pancakes, and you're going to be one too once you try today's easy-to-prepare and delicious recipe for... Chunky Apple Oatmeal Pancakes with Maple Cream 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/8 cup rolled oats 2 Tbs oat bran 1/2 tsp cinnamon 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 cup raisins 1/2 cup chopped apple 1 cup apple juice Combine dry

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-9476891776723984802008-01-24T13:59:00.000-05:002008-01-24T14:13:03.309-05:00

Here's a simple tip on how to stop snoring that anyone can use to end at least some of the nightly nose noise that's driving your partner crazy: Warm Beverages Before Bedtime Help to Stop Snoring Drinking a warm beverage just before bedtime has proven to be effective for a number of snorers. Adding a small amount of honey to the water can help coat the walls of the trachea. Some people have

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-92022711380829756682008-01-21T13:29:00.000-05:002008-01-21T13:49:45.603-05:00

I have a diet for you today that you should find quite interesting! I've lifted the description of the diet pretty much verbatim from a fascinating little book originally titled The Eye of Revelation, which is more popularly known as The Five Tibetan Rites. If you'd like to lose some weight and gain some energy, give this dietary program a try for two weeks. You'll find it an interesting and

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-10980571005734940402008-01-17T14:14:00.000-05:002008-01-17T14:22:24.561-05:00

When you find yourself getting all wound up and hot and bothered about one thing or another in the hectic life most of us live these days, try this simple technique to unwind and chill back down. First, if possible, go outside. Once outside (and this can be done inside in a stairwell or hallway if you can't go outside), look at your watch and start walking, slowly at first. Increase your pace

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-25337609964002820252008-01-14T14:30:00.001-05:002008-01-14T14:37:57.657-05:00

Hey, the next time you're in the kitchen peeling cucumber, I have something for you to try. If you're like me, you generally peel your cucumbers and then toss the skins in the bin for the compost heap or the garbage pick-up. Well, next time, before you throw the peelings away, stop for a minute or two and run the inner sides of the peel over your face, hands, and arms for a soothing, refreshing

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-64785830047508599212008-01-10T12:49:00.000-05:002008-01-10T13:01:25.155-05:00

I recently had a good letter from a 21 Days to Health & Beyond participant asking me if canned or frozen vegetables were okay to eat while on the program. That's a good question, as well as an easy one to answer. First, fresh organic vegetables are always the best choice. Second best would be frozen vegetables without any additives like sugar, salt, or preservatives. Canned vegetables would

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-32949914478836757822008-01-03T09:44:00.000-05:002008-01-03T09:57:10.378-05:00

Let's start 2008 off with a natural method for building healthy bones without resorting to expensive and side-effect ridden drugs or questionable calcium supplements. The healthy bones smoothie recipe that follows was designed by Dr. Ben Kim, whose commitment to natural health is beyond compare. Dr. Kim's Healthy Bones Smoothie Large handful romaine lettuce (torn into pieces) 1 raw, organic egg

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-35681546101504986322007-12-09T10:43:00.000-05:002007-12-09T11:01:43.062-05:00

It's the holiday season as I write this entry and, as usual this time of year, most people are looking for some kind of quick energy boost because they're worn out from dashing around like crazed chipmunks trying to get ready for Christmas. Well, I have a quick energy tip for you today that's a whole lot healthier than caffeine, energy drinks, or prescription drugs! I learned this natural

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-51811692905642862202007-12-08T11:51:00.000-05:002007-12-08T11:58:05.516-05:00

It's the holiday time of year and if you're like most people, you're thinking about fudge. Isn't it a shame that most fudge recipes are so sugar-laden and unhealthy? I mean, seriously, it's an insult to life that fudge isn't good for us! Well, today I want to share a recipe I found on Dr. Ben Kim's amazing natural health site for a truly healthy fudge that you can eat without guilt and without

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-63765877725509349712007-11-16T09:14:00.000-05:002007-11-16T09:27:40.408-05:00

As I write this entry, we're less than a week away from Thanksgiving, so today I thought I'd share a relatively healthy cookie recipe that's generated a lot of positive comments over the years. Apple Butter-Peanut Butter Cookies 1 cup apple butter, preferably without sugar 1/2 cup natural style chunky peanut butter 1 tsp vanilla 3/4 cup nonfat powdered milk 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 tsp

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-68367508296782541242007-11-13T10:45:00.000-05:002007-11-13T10:49:44.860-05:00

How about a recipe with a bit of a kick to it today? Oh, I thought you'd go for that. Keep reading... Jalapeno Red Bean Burgers 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 Roma tomato, chopped 1 jalapeno chili pepper, seeded and chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp chili powder 1 16-oz can kidney beans, drained 4-6 Tbs barbecue sauce 1/3 to 2/3 cup bread crumbs Put onion, tomato, pepper, and garlic in skillet

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-38826486000704672802007-11-06T12:31:00.000-05:002007-11-06T13:11:56.050-05:00

Today I want to share a few simple exercises you can do at home or in your office. If you work a typical 9-5 day, you can do a lot for your health with a simple 2-minute exercise routine every hour, on the hour -- lunch excepted! So, try this. Before you start your daily grind at your job, do two minutes of exercise, and then repeat every hour until lunch. Ditto for every hour after lunch.

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-40417364406944426782007-10-30T13:42:00.000-04:002007-10-30T13:49:29.371-04:00

Here's an interesting and powerful self-hypnosis technique you can use for the most fabulous study or reading sessions you've ever had. First, sit in your most comfortable chair with the book or material you want to learn in your lap. If you need a light to read with, make sure it's turned on before continuing with this technique. Wiggle around until you're comfortable and relaxed. Take a long,

Chet Daytag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9144780.post-27794671453919701962007-10-25T09:48:00.000-04:002007-10-25T10:07:21.277-04:00

Today I'd like to share with you four liquids you can use on a regular basis to help improve your memory. I've lifted the information you're about to read about these memory boosters from Karen Railey's comprehensive special report Memory Decline and Nutrition. The first magic liquid for memory improvement isn't a surprise. It's water. And you should drink pure filtered water to avoid heavy

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