Energy drinks and alcohol

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Those of you out there who like to mix your alcohol and energy drinks (i.e. Red Bull and if youʻre an athlete), it may be best if you think twice...


CNN reported in an article that athletes who mixed alcohol and energy drinks consumed more than those who drank alcohol by itself. Information from a survey done by Oklahoma State and University of Missouri stated that those including energy drinks in their alcohol increases risk-taking.

The caffeine in the energy drinks mixed with alcohol makes the consumer get more intoxicated. Also, the researchers included that drinking a stimulant and or depressant confuses body signals and it doesn't know what to do.

The study also reports that when too much of these cocktails are drunk, it can cause health problems. It can affect motivation, concentration, mood and or mental problems.

I would think that anything creating health problems regarding the brain is pretty intense and should create some sort of impact on those mixing drinks.

The brain is also still developing under 25 years old. By exposing the body to this mixture, it leads way to anxiety and depression problems in the not to far future.

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I love to sleep, and I wish I had time to do more of that. For some reason, when 10 p.m. rolls around, it sounds like a nice time to go to sleep..BUT some how I end up going to bed at midnight or one. Not sure why...That "Iʻll go to bed in 10 minutes," quickly turns to two hours later...Now, if itʻs hard for you to sleep, or are constantly tired when you wake, take these suggestions into consideration please, that cranky mood isnʻt favored...:)

1.) Try waking up and going to sleep at the same time. That way your body clock is able to function properly. (Itʻll help set that body clock; you know those times when you just wake up when youʻre supposed too?? HELLO BODY CLOCK.)

2.) Whatever you do before you go to bed can affect how you sleep and if you toss or turn. Many people watch TV or read before bed to relax and calm our minds. Although, sometimes a violent movie or the news can cause tossing and turning. (Sometimes I catch myself dreaming about what I just watched.)

3.) DONʻT schedule your days activities up until the minute before you go to bed.

4.) Cut back on TV and create a different relaxing routine.

5.) Warm baths relax you and your body temp. drops after baths and makes you sleepy. Also, a light snack like milk or carbs makes you tired as well.

6.) If you use an alarm, set it at the same time everyday.

See more information on Healthy Living with Ellie Krieger.

Importance of abs

There is an importance to have abs, other than the fit and tone appearance. (Like those Abercrombie & Fitch models, or REALLY fit personal trainers.)
According to realbeauty.com the founder of Lebootcamp.com, Valerie Orsoni, abs help your body age, and it is crucial to build a strong, tone core early on. Don't hesitate, start now!


1.) Having strong abs also keeps you from have lower back pain and will help you have good posture. My mom, who has been in health and fitness for over 20 years now, has always told me that it's important to keep you stomach tight and pulled into help support your back.

2.) Also, Kimberly Lyons, a personal trainer in L.A. reported to MarieClaire.com that the look of your abs, how long your torso is and how tall you are is related to your genes.

3.) The University of Pennsylvania researchers reported that those women who lifted weights for an hour twice a week lost 15 percent more body fat than those who did not. So pick up those weights ladies and get toned! You don't have to get all beefed out by no means, but light lifting is also nice to get the sleek, toned look.

4.) It's a better idea to cut sodium from your diet. Sodium is known to bloat your belly. Instead of using salt to flavor your food, go for some herbs or spices; it's just as efficient.

5.) If you want to increase your fiber intake using supplements or through diet, do it slow please. If you do it to fast it's also known to bloat you up. (even constipation or cramps.) Nobody likes bloating, at least that I know of. Most importantly, while doing this, make sure you stay hydrated.

View more informational tips are realbeauty.com

Month of May

National Skin Cancer Awareness and Detection Month!

Stay out of the sun; though if you do activities in the sun, wear sunscreen daily.

Getting wet can cause you to burn quicker. If you're outside and sweaty, you NEED to reapply sunscreen. Going to the beach and going to the pool require the same routine. They also say to apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before being exposed to the sun.

Surprisingly enough, sitting in the car or at home can get your UVA rays also. These are the rays known to age.

Just be sure to suit up in sunscreen before leaving the house to save your skin.




Source: dailyglow.com