What is one thing that is on your bucket list?
Mine is to experience a hot air balloon ride! Sounds like so much fun.
Comment below with your answer!
New research in omega-3
January 23, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Omega-3 has many uses; it can benefit your heart, eyes, skin and now, it may even promote the health of your nervous system.
A new study, published in The Journal of Neuroscience, shows that omega-3 fatty acids could play an important role in preventing damage to nerves, and may help them to regenerate when damage does occur.*
This new research in mice has shown that a high level of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) in the body could lead to protection of nerve cells and have beneficial effects on the recovery of nerves after a peripheral nerve injury (PNI). Led by scientists from Queen Mary, University of London, UK, their findings suggest that omega-3 fatty acids could play a significant role in speeding up recovery from nerve injury.
The scientists who conducted this study pointed out that although further work is needed, the initial research indicates that omega-3 fatty acids can protect damaged nerve cells, which is a critical first step in a successful neurological recovery.
Right now, Vitamin Health is offering 20% off Viteyes Omega-3 for 48 hours only! Use coupon code BRK333. Cannot be combined with other offers. As always, check with your doctor before changing your vitamin regimen.
*1. Stacy J. Gladman, Wenlong Huang, Siew-Na Lim, Simon C. Dyall, Sophie Boddy, Jing X. Kang, Martin M. Knight, John V. Priestley, and Adina T. Michael-Titus. “Improved Outcome after Peripheral Nerve Injury in Mice with Increased Levels of Endogenous Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids.” The Journal of Neuroscience. Volume 32, Issue 2, Pages 563-571.
Travel Tip
January 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Travel tip: It is cheaper to fly Tuesday-Thursday morning, Saturday morning and Sunday morning than any other day or time of day, so book your flights during these days to save a little extra cash!
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Women and eye disease
January 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Today, almost 70% of the population of visually impaired people are women. Why? Scientists say that it is due to women’s lack of regular, comprehensive eye exams.
Although some eye diseases present themselves with symptoms that are early warning signs, some eye diseases can cause blindness without warning. Glaucoma and macular degeneration are two of these diseases that can present themselves without warning, so it is important to take precautions. Be sure to have your eyes checked regularly to prevent vision loss.
Many women also don’t know that their diet and weight also factor into healthy vision. People who smoke are also at a higher risk for experiencing issues with their vision. By scheduling regular eye appointments, your doctor can inform you about the proper diet and maybe even put you on an eye health supplement to help promote good vision.
Viteyes eye health supplements help promote eye health, whether you are a smoker or have trouble swallowing pills, there is a supplement for you. As always, talk to your doctor before switching your vitamin regimen.
Dollar Origami
January 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I’m sure you have seen those cute little t-shirts and rings made out of dollar bills, but did you know that there is now an iPhone/iPod Touch app that gives you step-by-step instructions on how to make them? Well now “there’s an app for that,” as the saying goes, and this app is FREE!
Leave a tip at a restaurant and be creative about it by turning it into a bear or a crane. Dollar Origami will surely bring a smile to someone’s face, especially your kids or grandkids!
Check out the Dollar Origami app by clicking here.
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month
January 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Glaucoma is the second most common cause of blindness in the United States. Many eye and vision conditions do not have obvious symptoms, therefore, eye exams are an important part of preventative healthcare. Early diagnoses of diseases, such as glaucoma, are important in maintaining your eye health.
For people that are risk free or asymptomatic (ages 6-40), eye exams are recommended every 2 years. If there is a family history of eye disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, past vision problems or a change in vision then your doctor may request that you visit annually or as needed.
There are many things you can do to help lower your risk of eye disease such as regular exercise, a healthy diet, sunglass protection and smoking cessation. A healthy diet should include lutein (found in spinach, kale, and egg yolk) as well as foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids (such as fish).
Eye health vitamins can also help to supplement your daily diet. Vitamin Health offers an array of eye vitamins, including Viteyes Optic Nerve Support, Viteyes AREDS supplements, Viteyes Omega-3, Viteyes Essentials (lutein and zeaxanthin), and more.
Don’t forget to make sure loved ones are protecting their vision, too!
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An app for the forgetful
January 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Let’s be honest, everyone is forgetful, it just happens more frequently as we age. Skidmore Apps have created TextLater, which allows you to schedule the date and time that you want to send texts to yourself or other contacts in your phone! Perfect for those frustrating moments when you realize that you forgot to do or get something.
Do you occasionally think of something that you need on your trip to the store later in the day and then forget what it was when you finally make the trip? Schedule yourself a text about what you need to buy around the time you think you’ll be at the store. Do you want your significant other to remember to pick up something for dinner? Use the app to send him a text that he will get on his way home from work!
It seems like such a simple idea for an app that is probably making millions! Wish I thought of it. 
Here’s a sneak peek of what it looks like:
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Study: zeaxanthin may improve vision in elderly
December 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A recent study published in the November 2011 Journal of Optometry shows improved vision in elderly patients through the nutritional supplementation of zeaxanthin. Zeaxanthin, a carotenoid, is found in the eye and is mostly concentrated in the center part of the macula. Zeaxanthin cannot made by the body. High levels of zeaxanthin can only be obtained from supplements.
The Zeaxanthin and Visual Function Study (ZVF) was conducted by eye nutrition expert, Stuart Richer, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Chicago. This study included 60 elderly veterans with early Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). The participants consumed 8mg of dietary zeaxanthin daily, and after the 12 month study period, scientific evidence showed improved vision in night driving, fine detail and the disappearance of blind spots.
The evidence adds to the recent research pointing to zeaxanthin and its important role in maintaining eye health.
Cute holiday crafts for the kids
December 19, 2011 By 4 Comments
One of my favorite parts of the holiday season are holiday arts and crafts projects! There are so many cute ideas that I have already seen while browsing online. Check these out and let us know if you have any that you like to do with your kids or grandkids!
This ornament is easy to do and really adorable. All you need is some popsicle sticks, brown construction paper, a green marker, glue to glue the popsicle sticks together, some odds and ends to decorate the “tree” with and yarn or twine to make it an ornament! Find the instructions to this ornament and more crafts on this website.
This next craft is a little more ambitious–it involves a canvas! It’s really adorable though because it involves using your kids’ handprints to make the tree. The blog The Other White House has a great tutorial for this project.
Here is a great Do-it-Yourself holiday gift or stocking stuffer. Reindeer noses! Use Whoppers or any other chocolate shaped like a ball and put one red gum ball in with them, signifying Rudolph’s nose. Decorate the bag however you want.
Hope we sparked your holiday creativity! Try these yourself or share your ideas!
Be the cool grandparents! iPhone apps for the grandkids
December 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
You may not come from the “technology” generation, but that doesn’t mean that your grandchildren have to teach you everything! Have an iPhone or iPad? Download some applications that they would like and surprise them by how “tech savvy” you are! Here are some great apps to be a “cool grandparent.”
Age 0 – 3:
Baby Einstein – Keep babies busy by watching mini Baby Einstein videos on the go!
I Hear Ewe – Teach the little ones different animals sounds! They’ll love it!
Peekaboo Barn – Another fun animal app! You hear the animal sound and guess what animal it is!
Age 3 – 5:
Cinderella – Read it to me book!
Firehouse Adventure – “Firefighter” Game app – Save animals! Dress like a firefighter and learn about their equipment.
Age 5 – 10:
Colorama – A fun animated coloring book app for all ages!
Andrew Answers - An original, silly, funny and educational picture book app for kids!
Ansel & Clair’s Adventures in Africa – Has a ton of educational information in the form of an adventure with friendly aliens.
Do you have any iPhone/iPad apps or websites that keep your grandkids entertained? Share them with us!
