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ASK NIKKI: PRACTICAL
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Dear Nikki:
I need to relax. I run myself ragged
trying to make sure that everyone's needs are met; but I never do anything
for myself. I'm scared that I'll end up with high blood pressure or a
stroke or some kind of sickness that I could have prevented if I slowed
down. What do I do?
- Always Running
Dear AR:
Just stop.
It's pretty obvious that you already know what you need to do - you
practically spelled it out in your question. You know that you don't
take time for yourself and you know that you need to relax. So just do
it - take a time-out and indulge yourself. There are plenty of spas
and retreats that were created exactly for this purpose. And if you
can't take the time to actually get away, then you can do alternatives like
going and getting a massage, or go to a local park and sit in a serene place
and just meditate. There are always ways to relax yourself, so make
sure that you make it a regular part of your life - before it's too late!
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Dear Tavares,
Welcome to the Empowerment Minute Newsletter!
What's going on folks? Thank you for your continued support of this
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
"Whether you think you can or whether you think you
can't, you're right." - Henry Ford |
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EM HEALTH
 Get
An Energy Jolt By Eating
By: Syleena Johnson
(BlackDoctor.org) -- We drink coffee, guzzle down energy drinks and inhale
power bars all in the hopes of regaining some of that long lost energy. As
we get older energy becomes less and less abundant, even though we seem to
need it more and more. We've tried everything under the sun to get more of
it; we've tried ginseng and more coffee, but they have only manifested in
short-term results. We need something that will spawn long-term results.
Pulling energy from food is mainly about carbohydrates. You can always
carbo-load for a quick energy burst, but consuming too many sugary carbs can
lead to weight gain. You're probably more interested in staying awake in the
afternoon and feeling fresh after a hard day's work.
Carbs are broken down into glucose, your muscles' main energy source.
But your body can only process and store so many carbs. Too few and you're
not getting enough energy. Too many and the extra is turned into fat. Big
meals and lots of caffeine throw your body into a glucose roller coaster,
where dizzying heights are followed quickly by energy levels crashing back
down to earth (along with drooping eyelids and yawns).
What's the solution? Keep your carb levels on an even keel, which means
avoiding those sugary spikes. Since your blood sugar drops four hours after
eating, it means eating more frequent, smaller meals. It means concentrating
on low-fat, high-fiber foods and complex carbs - these are broken down
slowly and steadily, giving you regular energy throughout the day. This
combo will boost your physical and mental energy as high as possible,
without sending extra sugary carbs through the fat-making factory.
Our 10 Favorite Energy Foods
1. Whole Wheat Pasta
2. Oatmeal
3. Fruit Smoothies made with low-fat yogurt
4. Peanut Butter
5. Dried Fruit (apricots, cranberries, kiwis, pears, pineapples, figs)
6. Yams
7. Lima Beans
8. Apples
9. Carrots
10. Chickpeas
Also:
- Eat breakfast! This is absolutely the #1 "eating for energy" strategy. It
gets your metabolism off to a strong start and makes nighttime snacking a thing
of the past. (Coffee is not breakfast.)
- Avoid grease and dairy (pizza, burgers, ice cream, cheese) and their simple
and sugary carbs that can throw blood sugar levels out of whack.
- Focus on whole grains, which are good sources of vitamin B, aiding the
metabolic production of energy.
- Don't forget iron, an energy-boosting mineral.
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THE MUSICAL MIND OF LADY EZZ
 Lina
Lina, a native of Dallas, TX, first hit the national airwaves in 2001 with
her debut album, Stranger on Earth.
A true musician, Lina, sings in eight different languages, and writes all
of her own songs. Her unique sound boldly discards all artistic
blueprints, by fusing 30's, 40's and 50's Jazz with smooth R&B and Hip-Hop
melodies.
Also, be sure to tune in to The Tavares Taylor Show on May 31 for a live
interview with the talented songwriter/singer. Until next time, let the
music inspire you! |
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EYE ON THE ARTS
Open your ears and you'll find that rhythm is all around; even our very
hearts produce the rhythm of life.
Ulysses Owens Jr. knows a thing or two about that. The Julliard grad
and professional jazz drummer has played with the likes of Kirk Elling
and Mulgrew Miller, (just to name a few) and can be seen on any given night
at Dizzy's Club in NYC at the world famous Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Though far from home, the Jacksonville, Fl. native has not forgotten
his roots. "I started at age 2 in church [with] my mom at choir rehearsals,"
says Owens. "By age 7, I was the full-time drummer." As a young musician, he
also learned piano and developed his musical skills in both sacred and
secular idioms. These days, his inspiration comes from the likes of Wynton
Marsalis, Ray Brown and Quincy Jones. However, his biggest inspiration is
life itself. "The life that God has given, nature and other art forms
inspire me the most."
Owens is also a composer and director of Don't Miss a Beat,
Inc., a 501-C(3) faith-based organization that supports the
development of self-confidence, spiritual knowledge, and educational ability
of students in the Duval county region of Jacksonville. He is currently
working on an album with the U.O. Project and tours extensively throughout
Europe and the United States.
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