Check out everything at www.neatfeat.com
Here is also a coupon for Baby B for Walgreens stores, Just print out and take to your nearest store to redeem.
Monday, 11 August 2014
Neat Feat Products
Check out everything at www.neatfeat.com
Here is also a coupon for Baby B for Walgreens stores, Just print out and take to your nearest store to redeem.
Wednesday, 6 August 2014
Heel Pain and Plantar Fasciitis
Does heel pain cause you to suffer throughout your day? You’re not alone! Every day thousands of people suffer from heel pain. It is by far the most common foot complaint. Fortunately, there are some simple, medically proven ways to relieve this problem and prevent the return of pain in the heels.
The most common cause of heel pain (and heel spurs) is Plantar Fasciitis. The plantar fascia is the flat band of tissue under the foot that connects your heel bone to your toes. It supports the arch of your foot. Normally, the fascia is flexible and strong. However, due to factors such as abnormal stress, excessive weight, age, or poor foot function, painful stretching and micro-tearing of the plantar fascia occurs leading to irritation and inflammation at the attachment of the plantar fascia into the heel bone.
Other causes of heel pain are :
- over-pronation (fallen arches)
- stand or walk on hard surfaces, for longer periods
- are overweight or pregnant
- have tight calf muscles and/or Achilles tendons
Continuous pulling of the plantar fascia at the heel bone, eventually leads to the development of a bony growth on the heel bone. This is called a heel spur. The heel spur itself is actually not causing the pain. It is the inflamed tissue around the spur that causes pain and discomfort.
Therefore, there is no real need to have heel spurs surgically removed in the treatment of heel pain and heel spurs.
The most effective solution to heel pain is to treat the cause of the problem by correcting abnormal foot mechanics with orthotic insoles. A recent Heel Pain study by the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society found that by wearing orthotics, combined with a number of daily exercises, 95% of patients experienced substantial, lasting relief from their heel pain symptoms.
Neat Feat Spur Pads have been designed to relieve heel spur pressure and inflammation.
Cradles and supports sore heels caused by heel spur syndrome
Helps relieve Plantar Fasciitis and flat feet
Provides arch support and flexibility for comfort
Relieves sore, tired, burning and aching feet
2 Spur Pads per Pack
Neat Feat Spur Pads have been designed to relieve heel spur pressure and inflammation. The pads catch shock forces and distribute them evenly throughout the heel reducing stress.
www.neatfeat.com
The most common cause of heel pain (and heel spurs) is Plantar Fasciitis. The plantar fascia is the flat band of tissue under the foot that connects your heel bone to your toes. It supports the arch of your foot. Normally, the fascia is flexible and strong. However, due to factors such as abnormal stress, excessive weight, age, or poor foot function, painful stretching and micro-tearing of the plantar fascia occurs leading to irritation and inflammation at the attachment of the plantar fascia into the heel bone.
Other causes of heel pain are :
- over-pronation (fallen arches)
- stand or walk on hard surfaces, for longer periods
- are overweight or pregnant
- have tight calf muscles and/or Achilles tendons
Continuous pulling of the plantar fascia at the heel bone, eventually leads to the development of a bony growth on the heel bone. This is called a heel spur. The heel spur itself is actually not causing the pain. It is the inflamed tissue around the spur that causes pain and discomfort.
Therefore, there is no real need to have heel spurs surgically removed in the treatment of heel pain and heel spurs.
The most effective solution to heel pain is to treat the cause of the problem by correcting abnormal foot mechanics with orthotic insoles. A recent Heel Pain study by the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society found that by wearing orthotics, combined with a number of daily exercises, 95% of patients experienced substantial, lasting relief from their heel pain symptoms.
Neat Feat Spur Pads have been designed to relieve heel spur pressure and inflammation.
Neat Feat Spur Pads have been designed to relieve heel spur pressure and inflammation. The pads catch shock forces and distribute them evenly throughout the heel reducing stress.
www.neatfeat.com
Sunday, 3 August 2014
Healthy Muffins
Coconut Blueberry Muffins
Ingredients-1/2 cup of Coconut Flour
-4 ½ tablespoons of Coconut Oil
-6 Organic Eggs
-4 tablespoons of milk (coconut milk, etc. or if can have dairy) or water
-1/2 teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar
-1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
-1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
-1 teaspoon Cinnamon
-1/4 teaspoon sea salt
-2 tablespoons Raw Honey or Stevia (optional)
-1/2 cup of blueberries
Combine all wet ingredients into a large bowl
Combine all dry ingredients in a separate bowl
Mix together wet and dry ingredients
Add fruit and stir
Pour the batter into muffin pans
Bake at 200 degrees for 10-15 minutes
Being pregnant with my second child I am finding that I am hungry all the time. I have been looking for some healthier options to bake as I am starting to crave sweet food. I am trying very hard not to put on 20kg like I did with my first child. I found this recipe using coconut flour and gave it a go. My husband was not keen on the idea of changing how I bake. He loves his cakes but surprisingly they were very tasty and seems to be keeping me away from chocolate. :)
Computer Break down :(
Sorry there haven't been any posts in the last week, had a break down with my computer which was quite an inconvenience. But I am back in business now and will be bringing some interesting new posts this week. Hope you enjoy and have a great week :)
Thursday, 24 July 2014
The brilliant BANANA
Banana Power
A banana gives a sustained and substantial boost of energy - that’s why they are a favourite choice for cyclists, footballers and other athletes looking for a quick source of carbohydrate. The riper a banana, the quicker it is digested and converted to muscle fuel. Athletes love to eat bananas before sport, at breaks during a tennis game, and to recover quickly from sport.
Antioxidant power
Scientific research papers confirm that bananas have significant antioxidant power. One study showed that bananas reduced the oxidative stress in the blood and reduced the ability of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) to be damaging. The prevailing view is that oxidised LDL plays a major role in the formation of plaques leading to heart disease, so anything that reduces this risk is good news. Another study showed the antioxidant compounds in bananas helped protect nerve cells, which in turn could help protect the brain from Alzheimer's Disease.
Vitamin Power
The banana is the best fruit source of vitamin B6 (one small banana provides around a quarter of your daily needs; one big banana provides nearly half of your daily needs). B6 helps with the production of neurotransmitters including serotonin and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). The banana is also a wonderful source of vitamin C, along with modest amounts of the B group vitamins folate, niacin, riboflavin and pantothenic acid.
Low Glycaemic Index
The average Glycemic Index of bananas is 52, less for under-ripe bananas as they have a higher starch content and a lower sugar content. A GI of 52 is classified as low, meaning that it doesn't cause high blood sugar levels. That makes the banana a good fruit choice for people with diabetes.
Cancer fighter
Bananas contain lectins, which have been strongly linked to a reduction in the risk of cancer and potentially helpful in the treatment of cancer. Plant lectins are known to resist digestion and enter the blood stream intact. They can affect the growth and proliferation of cancer cells, and even cause their ultimate death.
Bananas can help reduce the risk of kidney cancer. Research on 61 000 Swedish women found that, of all the fruits, bananas gave the greatest protection against renal cancer. Women eating 5 bananas a week nearly halved their risk of renal cancer.
Perfect pick-me-up
Carbohydrate snacks are very useful for bringing low blood glucose levels back to normal and help avoid the mid-afternoon slump often experienced at work. We can
control our blood glucose levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods
every 2-4 hours to keep levels steady. Healthy carbohydrate snacks are very useful for clear thinking, improved memory and mood. Bananas are ideal, because of their low GI and zero fat level.
Healthy Blood Pressure
This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium and salt-free, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. Australian and international research show that a diet high in potassium and low in salt helps to keep blood pressure normal. Less than 1 in 10 people get enough potassium to reduce their risk of chronic disease, like stroke. That leaves a lot of room for high potassium foods like the banana.
Healthy & happy insides
We all know that high fibre foods help keep you regular and prevent constipation. High in fibre, bananas included in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, without resorting to laxatives. A medium banana will provide about 10% of your fibre needs for a day.
Weight control
You won't get fat on a banana. Bananas have a high satiety index, that is, they are very filling for the amount of kilojoules they provide. Imagine eating a medium sized serve of fries. Not particularly filling are they? Imagine eating four bananas at once. You would probably stop at one or two. Well, four bananas have the same number of kilojoules as a medium fries, yet so much more filling. If you are trying to maintain a healthy weight then eat plenty of fruit and vegetables and go easy on the fatty foods. As there is no fat in a banana it is almost impossible to get fat on a banana!
Now that you know a lot more about the health benefits of your favourite fruit, please tell your friends. And remember, leave bananas in the fruit bowl to ripen naturally. When you buy bananas, buy a mix of ripe and green bananas so you get a steady flow of ripe bananas. Lovely as they are you don't want them all becoming ripe on the same day!
A banana gives a sustained and substantial boost of energy - that’s why they are a favourite choice for cyclists, footballers and other athletes looking for a quick source of carbohydrate. The riper a banana, the quicker it is digested and converted to muscle fuel. Athletes love to eat bananas before sport, at breaks during a tennis game, and to recover quickly from sport.
Antioxidant power
Scientific research papers confirm that bananas have significant antioxidant power. One study showed that bananas reduced the oxidative stress in the blood and reduced the ability of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) to be damaging. The prevailing view is that oxidised LDL plays a major role in the formation of plaques leading to heart disease, so anything that reduces this risk is good news. Another study showed the antioxidant compounds in bananas helped protect nerve cells, which in turn could help protect the brain from Alzheimer's Disease.
Vitamin Power
The banana is the best fruit source of vitamin B6 (one small banana provides around a quarter of your daily needs; one big banana provides nearly half of your daily needs). B6 helps with the production of neurotransmitters including serotonin and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). The banana is also a wonderful source of vitamin C, along with modest amounts of the B group vitamins folate, niacin, riboflavin and pantothenic acid.
Low Glycaemic Index
The average Glycemic Index of bananas is 52, less for under-ripe bananas as they have a higher starch content and a lower sugar content. A GI of 52 is classified as low, meaning that it doesn't cause high blood sugar levels. That makes the banana a good fruit choice for people with diabetes.
Cancer fighter
Bananas contain lectins, which have been strongly linked to a reduction in the risk of cancer and potentially helpful in the treatment of cancer. Plant lectins are known to resist digestion and enter the blood stream intact. They can affect the growth and proliferation of cancer cells, and even cause their ultimate death.
Bananas can help reduce the risk of kidney cancer. Research on 61 000 Swedish women found that, of all the fruits, bananas gave the greatest protection against renal cancer. Women eating 5 bananas a week nearly halved their risk of renal cancer.
Perfect pick-me-up
Carbohydrate snacks are very useful for bringing low blood glucose levels back to normal and help avoid the mid-afternoon slump often experienced at work. We can
control our blood glucose levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods
every 2-4 hours to keep levels steady. Healthy carbohydrate snacks are very useful for clear thinking, improved memory and mood. Bananas are ideal, because of their low GI and zero fat level.
Healthy Blood Pressure
This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium and salt-free, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. Australian and international research show that a diet high in potassium and low in salt helps to keep blood pressure normal. Less than 1 in 10 people get enough potassium to reduce their risk of chronic disease, like stroke. That leaves a lot of room for high potassium foods like the banana.
Healthy & happy insides
We all know that high fibre foods help keep you regular and prevent constipation. High in fibre, bananas included in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, without resorting to laxatives. A medium banana will provide about 10% of your fibre needs for a day.
Weight control
You won't get fat on a banana. Bananas have a high satiety index, that is, they are very filling for the amount of kilojoules they provide. Imagine eating a medium sized serve of fries. Not particularly filling are they? Imagine eating four bananas at once. You would probably stop at one or two. Well, four bananas have the same number of kilojoules as a medium fries, yet so much more filling. If you are trying to maintain a healthy weight then eat plenty of fruit and vegetables and go easy on the fatty foods. As there is no fat in a banana it is almost impossible to get fat on a banana!
Now that you know a lot more about the health benefits of your favourite fruit, please tell your friends. And remember, leave bananas in the fruit bowl to ripen naturally. When you buy bananas, buy a mix of ripe and green bananas so you get a steady flow of ripe bananas. Lovely as they are you don't want them all becoming ripe on the same day!
Friday, 18 July 2014
Smelly Shoes
Going to the gym 4 times and week and walking my dog everyday, it doesn't take long for my shoes to start to smell. All I do is at the end of the day is spray Neat Feat Shoe Deodorizer into my shoe and then put in a warm dry place and smell is gone and ready for the next day.
Neat Feat Shoe Deodorizer contains an antibacterial ingredient that destroys the odor. This also helps to prolong the shoe life. Neat Feat Shoe Deodorizer is great on footwear that are open where powder is too messy to use. For best results spray into shoes at the end of the day and place shoes in a warm spot overnight.
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Sunday, 13 July 2014
Winter Warmers
We are defiantly dealing with a winter this year, only half way through and we have had many frosts. The thing I hate the most in winter is having cold feet, if my feet are cold I can never get warm. This
is why I wear Neat Feat Slipper socks. They are an affordable winter solution for cold feet in winter.
Slipper socks:
is why I wear Neat Feat Slipper socks. They are an affordable winter solution for cold feet in winter.
Slipper socks:
- Warm feet promote better sleep
- Polyester fleece for thermal warmth
- Bright unisex color
- Machine washable
- Have non-slip tread
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