annual health and wellness guide
“By taking good care of the present moment, we take good care of the future. Working for peace in the future means fi nding peace in the present moment.”
–Making Space by Thich Nhat Hanh (Parallax, 2012) Mind your nails
What’s hiding under your last manicure can reveal surprising health insights.
BRITTLE
An underactive thyroid and iron defi ciency can cause dry skin and brittle nails. Consider upping dietary protein and supplement- ing with biotin.
PEELING
This common problem
indicates your diet may be lacking conju- gated linoleic acid (CLA), abundant in vegetable oils.
SPOON-SHAPED Nails that are slightly raised at the tip and curve down in the middle (the opposite of what they should be) mean you might be iron defi cient.
FOSTER SUPPORTIVE RELATIONSHIPS
That warm fuzzy feeling you have after catching up with a friend may be more benefi cial than you think. A recent study conducted by UCLA’s School of Medicine found that stressful, nega- tive interactions with acquaintances increase pro-infl ammatory proteins in the body, putting you at a greater risk for high blood pressure, cancer, and heart disease. The takeaway? Seek nurturing, positive friendships for longevity— and bid adieu to your “frenemies.” ➻
“Happiness does not depend on external factors; work to cultivate the kind of happiness that comes from within: Volunteer your time to help those less fortunate, practice forgive- ness to calm your spirit, limit time spent on the Internet, and embrace an attitude of gratitude.”
–Andrew Weil, MD, author, Spontaneous Happiness (Little, Brown, 2011)
36 deliciousliving | august 2012
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