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HONORING SENIORS

Finding Your Balance

by Debra Pugh

According to the National Institutes of Health, falling is
the second leading cause of accidental death for senior Nutrition for Muscles
citizens in the United States. It also reports that the
number one cause for seniors going to the emergency Experts explain that good nutrition is one of the best
room is from injuries caused by a fall. Research shows ways to support improving muscle strength. They
that some falls can be avoided by improving balance, recommend that people include at least 8 servings of
strength, and flexibility. fruits and vegetables each day (serving size is a half of a
cup), and 2-3 servings of protein (serving
Balance “Falling is the size is 2-3 ounces, which is about the size
second leading cause of a deck of cards.) For people who do
Recent results of a study published in The of accidental death not like vegetables, a natural and organic
New England Journal of Medicine show alternative is BarleyLife Xtra, which is the
that seniors who exercise and practice for senior citizens in juice of 18 different fruits and vegetables;
balance activities can avoid the devastating the United States.” in effect, people get a “salad in a glass”. If
effects of a fall. Practicing and repeating individuals are having a hard time eating
certain movements on a regular basis enough protein, a healthy replacement is
can strengthen muscles that have become inactive. This ProPeas, an all-natural vegetarian protein power source
muscular strength is necessary to correct balance errors. extracted from organic field peas.

Strength Training As people age, it is important to continue to exercise or to
start an exercise program for improving balance, strength
Studies show that, after 30 years old, people can lose and flexibility. It is never too late to start an exercise
3-8% of muscle mass every decade. Strength training can program as long as one’s doctor approves of it. It is a
done by using dumbbells, exercise bands, body weight major key to preventing falls in the future and enhancing
or machine weights at a health club. Gaining strength quality of life, continuing the many activities available to
can help people to do daily activities such as carrying enjoy.
groceries, house work, yard work, going up and down
steps, getting up from a chair, picking up
grandchildren, and getting up and down
from the floor with grandchildren.
Fibromyalgia and Fatigue: A Recipe for Feeling Fit and Healthy
Good Posture Author: Debra Pugh

This 268 page book can help to improve your health. You will gain knowledge
The Fall Proof Training Program explains from over 40 different doctors, chiropractors, naturopathic doctors, and medical
that good posture is critical to good experts of some of the causes of health problems in today’s world which can help
balance. The muscles that help improve you get to the root of your own health challenges.
Learn about the importance of:
posture and balance are the upper back, Colon health Hormone balance
lower back, abdominals, thigh, calf, and Detoxifying Improving the immune system
pH balance
Drinking enough water
shin. Flexibility is also important for Enzymes Lymphatic system
balance and good posture. Studies show Exercise Sleep
that, as people age, their muscles can Learn about the dangers of: Constipation/diarrhea
Candida
become stiff, and the range of motion in Lyme disease Leaky gut syndrome
their joints declines, affecting balance. Parasites Stress
From age 55 to 85, studies show that the This information can help educate people to improve their health, immune system, memory problems,
ankle joint range of motion can decrease allergies, asthma, skin problems, arthritis, aches and pains, auto-immune problems, fatigue, headaches,
menopause symptoms, PMS, thyroid imbalance, indigestion, healthy weight, sports performance, and have
by 50%, which places this age group at a energy.
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higher risk of falling. To order a book or schedule a consultation with Debra:
Phone: 806-298-5504 Certified Personal Trainer
Address: P.O. Box 193, Abernathy, TX 79311 Certified Sports Nutritionist
Website: www.FibroandFit4Life.com Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology
80 Lubbock Senior Link Email: Debra@FibroandFit4Life.com 25 years of experience