Family Connections

Does coffee really stunt growth?
When I was growing up, my mother never once allowed me to drink coffee. Her answer: “coffee will stop you from growing taller honey.” I never questioned this for fear of remaining my tiny self the rest of my life. I am now a grown woman with children of my own and I have never once given them coffee until recently my son wanted a cup of coffee for breakfast just like mum and dad. I vehemently said no, and when he asked me why, I blurted out “coffee will keep you from growing taller honey.”

It took me a minute to realize that (a) I am my mother after all and ( b) I was passing on information to the next generation, that I was not sure of myself. I grew up in a part of the world where myths are just accepted as facts of life, but I came to learn later that these myths served as health protection. With this in mind, I thought it would be nice to find if coffee really does stunt growth. So like everybody else, I decided to Google information out there regarding this myth. I was surprised to find out that this really is a MYTH. A health article from mnsbcc.com indicates that coffee was thought to cause a decrease I bone mass density, resulting in osteoporosis. Therefore, for years coffee, especially for children was considered an absolute no-no.

That said, however, coffee is a stimulant (FACT) and if taken in excess may cause increased heart rate, nervousness and jitteriness. It is therefore, not a good idea to take it a few hours before you go bed, unless you plan to stay up all night. Coffee is likely to cause insomnia (FACT) and web MD advices give at least six hours between the last cup of coffee and bed time.

My search for any connection between coffee and stunted growth landed me to all sorts of myths about coffee. This one In particular was quite interesting internet including that the best coffee comes from Italy (MYTH). I headed to wed MD because I wanted to debunk or confirm other myths about coffee. Some of those include coffee causing cancer, stomach ulcers, addiction and increased heart disease. Regarding coffee having an addictive effect, sorry to say this is sort of a FACT. Caffeine acts as stimulate to the central nervous system and may cause dependence.

There are a lot of myths out there surrounding coffee, but now we know that not only is coffee not generally bad for us, but it may actually benefit our health. So enjoy your favorite coffee (mine is Tassimo) and drink to your health!

Statistics indicate that close families spend time together. The time they spend together is important to their bonding experience. And consistent time pays off. However, with busy schedules it can be difficult to make sure that these activities are part of your daily schedule. They can easily get lost in the daily tasks. Therefore, make sure to plan family time. A great option for family time is games.

Video Games

Did you know that you could play video games as a family? This means that when you everything gets done at night your family can sit by the computer and play games. This is much more interactive than watching tv as a family. It will allow your family to bond and enjoy each other’s company. Plus, there are top video games including fun bike games.

Board Games

Another option for your family is board games. These games are fun for all ages including your older children. It is sometimes hard to entertain the entire family, so board games are a great option. This will help your younger and older children grow closer. Also, it can help your kids to be more interactive and educated.

Therefore, start playing games to ensure your entire family is entertained and spends times together.

Whereas this article in no way, shape or form encourages co sleeping habits, it can be fun to get the entire family to snuggle up in bed for video games or a movie. That can now be done luxuriously with something called the TV bed.

Pay TV or DVD’s

A movie that is appropriate and fun for the entire family can be enjoyed even further when everyone is snuggled up warm and toasty beneath a fluffy, cushy comforter or the family quilt that grandma made. Once it’s time for the kids to go to bed mom and dad can snuggle up together and watch a show or movie geared more toward grownups. Whatever that may be.

Break Out The Video Games

I don’t know about bowling, golf or any other Wii-type games that requires a lot of physical motion, but fun video games like question and answer, quests or even driving games can be enjoyed by the entire family with the simple push of a button that raises the giant flat screen TV seemingly magically from the foot board. Who ever knew that playing video games with your kids could be this much fun without ever leaving the comfort of your bed?

You know what they say… A family that plays together stays together… Or something like that.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is a condition that affects people of all ages, most prevalent in those over thirty to age fifty, but can be experienced outside of those parameters. It causes abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and constipation, regularly over an extended period of time. Increased flatulence and an uncomfortable sensation of being too full are also common symptoms as well as a mucous discharge with the stool.

While symptoms are often mild and a nuisance, they can be quite debilitating. For those with severe reactions, their quality of life can be jeopardized as they find themselves ruled by the disorder, unable to go out because of great discomfort and the need to be close to a bathroom. While there are no definitive studies to pinpoint the cause of the disorder which affects the large intestine, several have been suggested. It is believed there may be an abnormal amount of bacteria in the large intestine. Other causes may be nerve sensitivity, overactive muscles in the intestine, or inflammation of the intestinal wall. All of those causes can be addressed through various methods such as dietary changes, use of fiber, peppermint oil, and medications. However, psychological factors are another area that needs to be addressed.

Emotional duress and mental strain may trigger and aggravate irritable bowel syndrome. The implications suggest that the problem will persist even when other remedies are attempted. For those with chronic stress, a hormone known as cortisol is released into the body and can be detected in urine and saliva. Those with psychiatric disorders have been found to experience IBS more often than others. For example, patients with anxiety disorder, clinical depression, and even severe hypochondriacs have been linked with irritable bowel syndrome. In addition, patients with other health disorders such as fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome also have an increased risk of experiencing IBS. It is very well possible that the mental strain caused by these disorders can go hand in hand with irritable bowel syndrome. It is important for doctors and patients alike to consider all possible causes of the disorder in each individual and to treat all symptoms.

If psychological factors are exasperating the condition, doctors need to address these as well. Counseling sessions may be necessary to assist people in dealing with stress and an emotional imbalance. Learning techniques to relax and sedatives may also be helpful in combination with changes in diet. Additionally, many people find that using exercise for IBS treatment is effective as well since it not only helps the metabolism, but also releases stress.

Any illness in a family can be very stressful.  Everyone is scared and not sure how things will turn out.

Be positive

Staying positive is key when it comes to a family illness.  Your entire family needs to look on the brighter side of everything to ensure the mental health of the family is in good spirits.

What to do?

One of the most important things to do is be sure you are taking your medicine at it’s scheduled time.  From Winstrol to your vitamins, you must be scheduled when taking everything.  Your body is on a schedule, so stick with a secure stable schedule.

Your family will get through this tough time with the support from each other.  Take each day at a time, and even if it means minute to minute, your family has to be strong and support the family member with the illness.

Keeping your family healthy is a very important thing. Everyone would love for the entire family to feel great, look good, and have good mental health.

Options to Stay Healthy

One of the ways to stay healthy is diet and exercise. The dreaded word exercise can be something no one wants to do, but if you want to stay in shape, it is a must. Diet is another thing to keep your family healthy. Supplements are a way of doing that as well. Even if something must take testosterone supplements, it means a happy family.

A Healthy Mind

Meditation is a great way to keep your mind on track. As little as 15 minutes can mean everything for great mental health.

A happy mind and a healthy body will ensure your entire family is on track and doing great. No family wants any preventable illness’s to strike them.

If you want to get your kids involved in a garden that they’ll really enjoy, why not consider gardening hydroponically? Kids might not think that gardening is much fun, but it’s different when you garden with water. You can start something that the entire family will enjoy, which is a great way to show your friends and extended family members that your family is working as a team on something that adds value to your life.

You Can Garden Anywhere

It’s not that hard to have a hydroponic garden. They can be created virtually anywhere, and the more space you have the more plants you can grow and enjoy. If you have a lot of room and a mild, temperate climate you might want to put up some big greenhouses and really grow a lot of plants. On the other hand, maybe you live in a small apartment in a big city, where you get a lot of snow in the winter. If that’s the case, you might do better with a few hydroponic plants on a windowsill or in a separate area of one room.

There are hydroponic nutrients to supplement any mineral elements that may be absent or lacking in your indoor or outdoor space. It may take some time and research to figure out how to use the proper supplements necessary to maintain a healthy hydroponic garden.

Make Gardening an Activity for Everyone

However you decide to garden, it’s definitely an activity that everyone in the family can enjoy. Each person can have a specific job that has to be done in taking care of your hydroponic garden, or you can all take turns so no one gets bored. It’s also possible for all of you to work on your garden together, and you can make a lot of happy memories that way.

Your kids may not be interested in working on a hydroponic garden initially, but don’t give up on them too easily. Once they see how these kinds of gardens work and all that can be offered when it comes to growing plants hydroponically, they’ll want to get involved and be part of a great family activity.

Have you ever seen people and family’s from Germany and how slender and fit they appear? They have a wonderful word for it: Diätplan it means diet plan and its how they stay so fit!

German Weight Loss

Family’s and individuals are always trying to drop some pounds no matter where they are at. Pounds just creep up, and the next thing you know, you can’t fit into your pants. This is not a good feeling. You must take action now and get your weight under control.

I Need Help With Weight Loss

Most don’t realize, but the online weight loss community is huge. There are several different websites online with folks in the same shoes you are trying to lose the weight. It is a great place for the support you might need.

Support is great for weight loss, don’t be afraid to ask for help or advice from an online German community, they will be very happy to help you reach your goals.