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Whenever I am asked how old I am one of the answers I will sometimes give is that there has been a lot of water gone under this bridge. I don’t really know where this comes from, maybe my father had something to do with it.

Nowadays we seem to be more obsessed about age than we ever have been, people tend to want to stay young, rather than grow old gracefully, I suppose that is why plastic surgery is now just routine.

When we were young people over 40 were old codgers, when you get to 40 younger people just don’t know where its at. Maybe we should all just be thankful that we are still around to enjoy life to the full.

For the thought that when you get to 40 you are over the hill, the reply should be life begins at 40, the one thing you do attain as you get older is experience in many things and a better understanding of life.

I have been fortunate in my life to have spent a lot of time on the road, this has led to meeting many people, of many different cultures and countries and overall there was a general understanding that older people should be respected, when the respect is not present, that is when you have problems.

A very funny writer in the UK was once asked what was his definition of old age, to which he replied Old age is when you think it is perfectly normal to spend most of the evening in the toilet! I think when you get to that stage you have got some serious thinking to do.

I have spent a large part of my life involved in sport and one of the questions you ask yourself when you stop is what do I do now. The answer is obvious, you don’t have to stop, just maybe change to a less physical or demanding type. Fitness is not just in the body, a large part of being fit is also in the mind and also what you eat and your lifestyle.

Nowadays a lot of fitness regimes tend to revolve around the younger generation, this is not a bad thing as a big problem worldwide seems to be childhood obesity, I also think young people spend more time indoors so getting them out is good.

There is a good site for fitness and health relating to those over 40 and it can be found here:

The discipline required to build Real Wealth should also be applied to build Real Health. Health is an achievement related to lifestyle.

To enjoy Health we must have a Healthy Immune System which is our first line of defense. It is a network of cells and organs working harmoniously to control invaders which constantly threaten our health.

Immune Defenses normally co-exist peacefully within the body. When foreign organisms called Antigens are detected, alert signals are sent to prepare the system for battle. The secret is the Immune System’s dynamic communications network of White Blood Cells called Leukocytes. Different WBC’s do different jobs, from patrolling to early warning to hunter-destroyer to the clean up crew. Millions of Leukocytes organize into companies and groups and relay messages like swarming bees. The WBC’s engulf, neutralize and dispose of invaders which can be germs, bacteria or foreign substances.

White Blood Cells are produced in areas of the body such as bone marrow the thymus and the spleen. Up to 40% of the Immune System is located in the digestive system, the gastro intestinal tract. A sick G.I. tract means a Weakened Immune System which invites many allergies, diseases and immune deficiencies. Can you see the importance of your bones other than needing them to sit or walk or throw a ball ?

The Top diseases in the Western World are three C’s, Cancer, Coronary Occlusion (heart attack) and Cerebral Occlusion (stroke). For the first time we are seeing degenerative diseases in our children! Why are people so sick today?

At the top of the list is:

* Standard American Diet

* Overstress

* Polluted Environment

* Poor Living Habits

* Depleted Crop Soils

Every time we eat dead food like processed sugar, corrupt meat, and refined carbohydrates devoid of essential nutrients, we overwhelm our defense system and congest the G.I.tract setting up Auto-toxic conditions. The absolutely worst thing to happen to an army is for it’s destroyer soldiers to be knocked out. Yet this is exactly what happens when sugar enters the blood stream. The higher the glucose levels the more the invading bacteria can proliferate while at the same time the warrior WBC’s get sluggish and unable to battle just like so many drunken soldiers!

The Good News:

No matter what condition, building your immune system will ease or even eradicate many health conditions.

Many people don’t like using supplements instead they ask how to naturally grow taller. In my opinion if you understand something you can fix it, change it, do what you want with it. For example when I feel sick and am displaying weird symptoms the first place I go is the internet. I Google the symptoms, see what I have and research what I can do to get better. Simple! I feel that if people understand how they grow maybe they can discover a way of boosting their growth. Read on for more information on how we grow.

When you were a baby you actually had more bones than you do now (I bet you expected to have more bones now right?). When we were little many of our bones consisted of a substance that is known as cartilage and as we grow older that cartilage manages to go on to fuse and transform into solid bone. This process still happens throughout our lives as it lengthens and stretches out our bones.

Putting pressure on your bones (especially your spine) can slow down the process of transformation. This is why many people seem to stop growing. To resolve this you need to make sure that you sleep. Yes that’s right, sleep is my big tip! Not the 6-7 hours you normally get but you need to have 8-10 hours of sleep which is the recommended time that allows your spine to recover from the pressure, straighten out and lengthen making you taller.

With the right amount of sleep, nutrition and a healthy lifestyle you will be able to grow naturally easily.

There has been a recent increase in products that are supposedly meant to help you grow taller. But not known to many, there are 3 getting taller secrets that can help you gain some height…no matter what your age is! So if you have always desired to add a couple more inches to your height, there is hope for you.

In today’s society, lacking height can seriously damper your progress both romantically and professionally. This in spite of all the efforts made in getting rid of discrimination at work and in public.

So it is no wonder that many men want to find the fast and easy way out to increase their height, and that includes going for costly limb lengthening surgeries.

But the fact is, you do not need to subject yourself to the painful surgery process. Growing taller can be a totally natural process if you know these few secrets to increasing height.

Here are the 3 getting taller secrets that you should know in order to be a few inches taller in a few weeks time:

#1 Secret: Exercising

Your body produces a hormone called the human growth hormone (HGH) throughout your life. This hormone is responsible for growth and cell production in human beings. However, as we grow older, the secretion of this hormone decreases.

Scientific studies show that our brain releases a higher amount of HGH after we perform high intensity aerobics exercises. The increased HGH helps make you taller by generating more cartilage on the ends of the bones, effectively lengthening your limbs and your body in general.

#2 Secret: Proper Nutrition

Exercising can help increase the amount of HGH produced by your body. But that alone is not enough. Since HGH is made from amino acid that is derived from proteins, you need to consume food rich in proteins in good proportions.

That said, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals are all part of a good nutrition - taking each of these in right amounts complement each other to help release more HGH in your body.

#3 Secret: Sufficient Rest

The last part of our secrets to getting taller is for you to give your body enough rest, especially during sleep. Make sure you clock enough sleep hours every night.

Getting too little sleep in the night will not give your body enough time to release, circulate, and make use of the HGH in your body.

Body piercing has been around for many centuries. Ancient civilizations practiced body piercing and tattooing. In the old days, body piercing was usually related to religion and ancient beliefs. Later on, it became a symbol of status in the society. Nowadays, it’s mostly just for decoration, especially amongst teenagers. They seem to think that having your appendages pierced is cool. Personally, I prefer ladies with no unnecessary holes. I prefer only the holes for earrings. Whatever your reasons and preferences are for getting a body piercing, one fact is relevant: body piercings have risks.

Bacterial infections, tetanus, HIV, allergic reactions, are just a few of the risks you’ll be exposing yourself to if you get your body pierced without professional guidance. To lessen your chances of getting any of these diseases, you have to take precautionary measures. You have to understand the healing process and understand body piercing aftercare. Just because the wound has already healed does not mean you’re no longer at risk.

A new piercing will be red, tender and sore for a few days or weeks. The healing process usually takes weeks, months, or even years, depending on the location of the piercing and the aftercare practice.

Primary healing usually occurs during the first few weeks. The jewelry should not be removed during this point, unless you are having allergic reactions to that particular jewelry. The healing process should never be rushed. During the primary healing period, the wound may seem healed but in reality, it is still very sensitive. Rough handling of the piercing may cause problems.

Full healing starts when the primary healing period is done. It usually takes as long as primary healing. During this time, the skin of the partially healed wound starts to thicken and gain its elasticity. “Toughening up” period is another healing process that takes place after the full healing period is over. The inside area or the fistula tube toughens and adapts to the shape of the jewelry. The whole healing process, from primary healing to the toughening period, could last up to a year, depending on the location of the piercing.

Proper behavior that promotes healing include revisiting the piercer for an evaluation, practicing good hygiene, observing the recommended aftercare guidelines, taking supplements such as iron and zinc (this promotes healing), and sea salt soaks. By observing these behaviors to the T, you lessen your chances of acquiring and passing on harmful diseases.

Urinary incontinence can be an embarrassing problem, although it affects millions of people each year in the UK alone. It is much more common than people usually realised. There are two different types of incontinence - fecal and urinary. Urinary incontinence is usually caused by an underlying physical problem, which is why it is not a disease in itself.

Because incontinence is usually a symptom of an underlying problem you should always visit your doctor as soon as possible if you are having trouble controlling your bladder so that he or she will be able to tell you what is causing it.

Temporary Incontinence - This is incontinence caused by things such as excessive alchohol intake and over hydration. It may also be caused by an excessive amount of caffeine, as this makes the bladder become full quicker than usual.

Continuous Incontinence - This can be caused by being pregnant or simple the aging process.

Incontinence may also be caused by different medical conditions such as UTIs. This is why a visit to the doctor is a must for anyone with incontinence problems.

Incontinence can be a very distressing problem as it greatly affects the patients everyday life. The good news is that incontinence pads and pants can greatly improve the quality of life. In a basic form they are made of a material that can soak up any urine that comes out of the bladder unexpectedly so the patient is free to enjoy their everyday life without having to worry as much about their incontinence problems.