Why Is Gelatin Good For You?

Did you know that gelatin is good for you? There may be a reason that hospitals serve gelatin on their menu? Do you even like gelatin? I know that I do.

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1. What is Gelatin?

Do you know what gelatin is made of? According to wedmd.com gelatin is a protein derived from collagen, a material found in the bones, cartilage, and skin of animals that is essential for healthy joints. They further add that gelatin is produced by processing animal parts to extract the collagen and turn it into gelatin.

2. Aging Skin and Fine Lines

Did you know that gelatin is good for aging skin and fine lines? Preliminary research has shown that certain types of gelatin may help reduce signs of aging skin, including fine lines and wrinkles. Verywellheath.com talks about this.

3. Sleep Aide

Gelatin is a sleep aide. There have been studies that connected glycine to improved sleep cycles and stimulation of certain neurotransmitters and enzymes that increase the quality and duration of sleep. Proper sleep cycles and rest for the body is also important for the general function and metabolism of the body and affects the health in may ways. Organicfacts.net mentions this.

4. What is Glycine?

What is Glycine? Glycine is an amino acid that helps build proteins needed for tissue and hormone maintenance. This is according to Healthline.com. They further add that glycine provides your muscles with energy to perform quick, short bursts of activity, may protect your liver from alcohol-induced damage, and may protect your heart, it  may aide people with type 2 diabetes, and may protect against muscle loss.

5. Amino Acids in Gelatin

What are  the amino acids in gelatin? The amino acids in gelatin are glycine 27%, proline, 16%, valine 14%,dydroxyproline 14%, and glutamic acid 11%. Healthine.com further adds that gelatin is the richest food source of the amino acid glycine, which is particularly important for your health. They go even further to say that gelatin is very rich in glycine, which has been linked to brain function; improving memory significantly. It is nothing wrong with attempting to eat healthy.

This brings to remembrance one Thanksgiving Holiday. I had prepare the dinner. I purchased a vegetable plate to complete the dinner. One of my daughters told me. “Mom this is the holiday, we do not want to eat healthy, and no one wants to eat a vegetable tray.” I did laugh at that, but that day I guess I was the only one that added vegetables to my plate and I had a lot of vegetables on that tray for leftovers. Oh Well. I tried.

6. Gelatin Tablets

Are gelatin tablets safe to take? Gelatin is commonly consumed in foods, but when taking high doses of 15 grams daily, this might increase the risk for side effects, including sore throat, swollen gums, and mouth sores. Medlineplus.gov mentions this. They go on to add that there are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.

7. Vegetarians and Gelatin

Is gelatin good for vegetarians? Gelatin is not vegetarian or vegan according to medicalnewstoday.com. It comes from processed animal tissue, but substitutes are available. Pectin and Agar agar are plant-based thickening and setting agents. Companies typically make agar agar from seaweed extracts.

8. Who and When was Gelatin Created?

Who created gelatin? When was gelatin created? Did you know that there were several contributors to the creation of gelatin? Gelatin was discovered in 1682 by a Denis Papin, a Frenchman, whom conducted experiments and research on the subject. He found a method of removing the glutinous material in animal bones by boiling. This is according to lotempiolaw.com. Then in 1845 and industrialist, inventor, and philanthropist by the name of Peter Cooper, of Tom Thumb engine and Copper Union fame, obtained the first patent for a gelatin dessert. He never promoted the gelatin dessert though. Then in 1895, Pearl B. Wait, a cough syrup manufacturer from LeRoy, New York, who dealt in patent medicines, bought the patent from Peter Cooper. They further added that Cooper’s medicine business was failing. Peter added fruit syrup to gelatin and turned the gelatin dessert into a pre-packaged commercial product. When Wait’s wife, May David Wait, renamed the dessert “Jell-O,” they were still unsuccessful in selling this product.

Years later, Frank Woodward, a school dropout and entrepreneur by the age of 20, bought the rights to Jell-O for $450. Sales were still slow, so Frank offered to sell the rights to Jell-O to his plant superintendent for $35. Intensive advertising paid off. In 1900 various cooking experts decided Jell-O was perfect for an elegant meal. Sales reach $1 million by 1906 and the rest is as we say “history.”

Who would have thought?

9. Gelatin Side Effects

Are there side effects of too much gelatin? Remember everything in moderation? Jell-O is normally consumed in food, but when taken by mouth, high doses of 15 grams daily might increase the risk for side effects that include sore throat, swollen gums, and mouth sores. Webmed.com further adds that because gelatin comes from animals there is possible concerns of contamination from sick animals. There have been reports of people getting sick after using gelatin products made from animals.

10. Different Types of Gelatin

Are there different types of gelatin powder? There certainly is. Gelatinhealth.com talks about this. Gelatin powders are made from 100% beef Collagen, all the gelatin and collagen powders  have the same amino acid profile, and the differences come from where and how the amino acid chain has been split.

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Webmd.com

 

Very Wellhealth

 

Organic Facts.net

 

Top 9 Benefits and Uses of Glycine

 

What Is Gelatin Good For? Benefits, Uses and More

 

Gelatin

 

What is gelatin made of, and is it good for you?

 

Jell-O: Ajiggly History

 

Gelatin- Uses, Side Effects, and More

 

Different types of Gelatin

 

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What Order Do You Eat Your Food?

Have you ever thought about the order that you eat your food? Do you believe it makes a difference? Should there be a certain order to eat your food?

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I discovered that the order in which you eat your food does make a difference with your body. I basically would eat a little of everything on my plate and eat part of my desert with my meal. I never thought about the order.

1. Blood Sugar

Health.com talks about sequencing your food which can possibly affect your blood sugar. They suggest eating fat and protein before carbohydrates. They further added that a study done in 2022 evaluated how eating vegetables before carbohydrates impacted blood sugar among people with type 2 diabetes. I had never thought about this.

2. Breastfeeding

For those of you that are breastfeeding, I discovered when taking the LaLeche classes that the order that you eat your food is the order that the baby receives it when you breast feed your baby. I remember being told that cabbage and broccoli can make your baby gassy. I get that because broccoli makes me gassy. I also remember being taught that chocolate is a “no-no”, because it acts like a laxative for the baby. Think about it when you nurse your baby the baby can get most of it’s basic nutrients as well as antibiotics from your body to protect it.

Unfortunately, I learned the hard way about chocolate. I love chocolate and actually forgot that I should not eat chocolate. Anyway I ate a candy bar. As I nursed my baby, “poop” started coming out of her diaper. It was all in my lap. She just happened to let out a load. I had no one to blame, but myself. It was a great learning lesson. I never ate chocolate again when nursing my baby.

3. Timing

Have you heard the expression “Timing is everything.?” That is true. Eating fiber first (vegetables), then protein and fat, and finishing with carbohydrates could be beneficial. This order could slow the speed that your stomach empties and help lower your blood sugar levels. Bannerhealth.com talks about this. I have tried this method and I have to admit I feel the difference. Since this is new to me I find myself occasionally forgetting and resorting to old habits such as eating my meat first. I know that with practice I will get this right. It just takes time and persistence. Old habits may be hard to break, but they can be broken.

4. What are Protein Foods?

Do you know what protein foods are? According to Webmd.com the top 10 protein foods include fish, seafood, skinless, white-meat poultry, lean beef (including tenderloin, sirloin, eye of round), skim or low-fat milk, skim or low-fat yogurt, fat-free or low fat cheese, eggs, lean pork (tenderloin), beans and lentils, and nuts and seeds.

5. Nutrient Sequencing

GMA (Good Morning America) talks about some data that actually suggests that if you preload your meal and start with the fiber-which could be raw vegetable—then move to the lean protein and healthy fat, and then at the end go to the carbs-- like bread or pasta-- it can stimulate that (glucagon-like peptide 1, or) GLP=1 hormone. This hormone regulates sugar, digestion and appetite.

6. Weight Loss

Did you know that there is a best time to eat for weight loss? Yes if you are trying to loose weight eatingwell.com suggests there is some evidence that suggests that eating most of your food earlier in the day, going lighter at your evening meal and leaving at least 12 hours between dinner and breakfast may have some health benefits which include enhancing weight loss.

7. Restaurant Ordering

Can you order healthily at Restaurants? Lynnecohenfoundation.org., suggests checking out the green options at a restaurants, possibly asking for veggie sticks, check out the menu online before going to the restaurant, request the dressing for salad on the side, sometimes an entire meal can be made from sides, and drink a glass of water before your meal. I also have observed that many restaurants are making it a point to serve healthier foods to customers. I love salads. I will eat salads until I get to the point I am tired of them and then give them a slight rest.

8. Combining Foods To Improve Digestive Health

Can you combine food to improve digestive health?  Did you know that protein is slowly digested in the stomach and small intestines, carbohydrates are digested fast in the mouth and small intestine, fat is the slowest digested in the small intestine, and food coats your stomach in the order that it is digested? Livefitfood.com talks about this. They further suggest that when large amounts of foods are consumed in one sitting, your stomach acid has a hard time breaking down all of the food you just ate; thus possibly leading to bloating, gas, pain, etc. Can you identify with this? Have you ever eaten so much that you feel as though your stomach is about to bust? That is a very uncomfortable feeling. They go on to talk about eating fruit on its own preferable before a meal and that melon should always be eaten separately. I have also learned the hard way which foods do no agree with me and I make it a point to avoid those. Sorta like you live and learn.

I also remember being at an event ordering fried chicken wings when I was younger. An older lady behind me told me, “When you get older you may not want to eat those fried chicken wing.” I did not have a clue as to what she meant, but now after researching and experiencing a few things, I understand what she meant. Fried foods are not necessarily the best foods even though that may be what we like. Then again, everything in moderation. Have you tried food sequencing? What do you think?

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Food Sequencing: How the Order in Which You Eat Your Food Can Affect Blood Sugar

 

How the Timing and Sequence of What You Eat Can Make a Difference

 

Top 10 Protein Foods

 

Nutrient sequencing explained: How the order of eating certain foods can Impact Health

 

These Are the Best Times To Eat for Weight Loss, According to a Dietitian

 

How to Order Healthily at Restaurants

 

How to Properly Combine Foods To Improve Digestive Health

 

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

This is the month for Breast Cancer Awareness. How can you make a difference?

There are numerous ways that you can make a difference.

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Did You Know?

Breast Cancer Awareness Theme:

The Breast Cancer Awareness Theme for 2024 is No one should face Breast Cancer alone according to news18.com.

1. Why Is Pink Associated with Breast Cancer?

Do you know how it is that pink became associated with breast cancer? There is a story behind this. According to America.sultair.com Charlotte Haley created a handmade peach-colored loops to honor her mother, her sister, and her grandmother who had each battled breast cancer. Penny reached out to her and offered national support only for Charlotte to turn her down, then pink became the color associated with the ribbon initiative started by Self Magazine and Estee Lauder. They further added that Susan G. Korman, the world’s leading breast cancer organization has used the color pink since its inception in 1982. There you have it.

2. This Year’s Top 5 Breakthroughs

Did you know that this year’s top 5 breakthroughs in Cancer Treatment include immunotherapy: The power of the Immune System, precision medicine: Tailoring Treatment to the Individual, nanotechnology: delivering drugs with precision and efficiency, gene editing: Precise Tools for Specific Therapy, and metabolic therapies: starving cancer cells of Nutrients.

3. Tips for Breast Cancer

Limit Your Estrogen Exposure. Why should you limit your estrogen exposure? I recall asking an oncologist why his treatment was so aggressive with younger people? He explained the estrogen in their bodies fueled the cancer. Cedars-sinai.org. Mentioned this also stating that about 80% of breast cancers are estrogen receptor positive and that estrogen from oral contraceptives or long-term hormone replacement therapy may increase breast cancer risk.

4. Breast Cancer Wreath

One way that I love to show breast Cancer Awareness is with a Breast Cancer Wreath. The one showing below is one that I ordered very inexpensively through Amazon. I really love this wreath. I hang it on my front door proudly.

 

5. Sit With A Cancer Patient During Treatment

If you have a relative or friend that is going through chemo treatments, Just sitting with them during the treatment, can give them great support. Sometimes the chemo treatments may be just about 20 minutes during a session, while at other times, it may be up to 3 hours or more. Every patient’s timing and situation may vary. If you have never gone through this, you can learn a lot just sitting and talking with others that are going through this.

I recall an acquaintance that shared with me of going to her Cancer treatments by herself. I was so surprised because I knew she had relatives. She shared that that was the way she wanted it and she was okay with that. She was now Cancer free and okay. This let me know that everyone approaches their Cancer differently and I should respect that.

6. More Tips for Breast Cancer

Read and learn about the latest technology in Breast Cancer. Dormant cancer cells are cells that did not die from a person’s initial treatment. The cells can ‘hibernate” undetected for unknown reasons until they begin to grow again. A study done by researchers showed they were able to find and remove dormant cancer cells from about 80% of the participants that lied dormant in participants bone marrow and eliminate them.

7. Blogging

Blogging about Breast Cancer is a great way to show awareness. There are millions of bloggers that do this every year. The more knowledge people have the more that they are able to make informed decisions regarding their health and their life.

8. Retail Stores

Sometimes in the retail stores they will ask if you want to add to their Breast Cancer Effort.

9. Men and Breast Cancer

What is male breast cancer? Although it is rare most breast cancer in men is ductal carcinoma, which means the cancer cells began growing in the (milk) ducts of the breast. Pennmedicine.org., further adds that male breast cancer can occur typically between the ages of 60-70 and additional risk factors may include obesity, descended testicle, testicular swelling, due to adult-onset mumps, removal of one or more testicles, Estrogen treatment given for men prostate cancer, and having a BRCA1 or BRCA2 genetic mutation.

10. Lifestyle and Cancer

Does your lifestyle affect your chances to develop Cancer? Lifestyle does play an important part in Cancer. Did you know that 30% of all cancer-related deaths have been linked to cancer? This is mentioned at health.ucdavis.edu. They further add that it is important to maintain a healthy weight and active lifestyle, up to 50% of preventable cancers are a result of the foods we eat, alcohol increases the risk of various types of cancer, wear sunscreen to protect the skin, get vaccinated, get screened, and know your family history.

11. Breast Cancer Statistics

The American Cancer Society’s estimates for 2024 includes about 310,720 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women, about 56, 600 new case of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) will be diagnosed, and about 42,250 women will die from breast cancer according to cancer.org.

12. Cleaning Services

Cleaning For a Reason is an organization that will clean cancer patient’s homes professionally. They offer this service free. I think this is a great idea. Also, you can offer your own services to help clean house. During chemotherapy treatments some patients may not feel well at times. Cleaning house can become a chore for the parents of a cancer patient, because the treatments kill the good cells as well as the bad cells in cancer patients. That is why they are often told during treatment to get plenty of rest as the immune system is quite affected. The child that has cancer affects the entire family.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Day 2024: Theme

 

How October and Pink Became Associated with Breast Cancer Awareness Month

 

7 Tips to Reduce Your Breast Cancer Risk

 

Top 5 Breakthroughs in Cancer Treatment This Year

 

What’s New in Breast Cancer?

 

Male Breast Cancer

 

7 Lifestyle tips to reduce your cancer risk

 

Key Statistics for Breast Cancer

 

Cleaning For a Reason

 

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Do You Suffer With Cold Feet?

Have you been suffering needlessly with cold feet, cold hands, or both? There are remedies for this. Probably some things that you never thought about.

Feet Care

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I recall suffering with cold feet. There were those that would say because I was so small I did not have enough weight to keep warm. Little did some know that I worked in a cold environment where the air conditioner remained on during winter and summer. I was not the only one cold. Many of my co-workers were also. I also had cold hands.

A Few Cold Feet Solutions:

1. Hand and Foot Warmers

My husband, whom is a faithful hunter, introduced me to foot warmers. I had never heard of such a thing. They can be bought in retail stores inexpensively. The foot warmers will keep your feet warm for up to 8-9 hours. This is ideal for the winter time. Considering in Michigan it gets quite cold. When I first tried them, I was feeling like I was in (7^th heaven). It felt so good not to have cold feet. I also discovered there were hand warmers as well. Although I know longer work in that cold environment, I discovered I did not have a problem with cold feet as much until bedtime.

2. Heating Blanket

I discovered for some reasons the sheets in the wintertime feel very cold on my feet. So I tried a heating blanket. I just love it. It even has 2 plugins. If your spouse does not want heat on their side they just do not plug it in or if your spouse wants a different temperature that is possible also. Sorta like the heated seats in your car. Those seats are heated and adjusted for the driver and the passenger side has their own control as well. That is a win/win solution. 

Now I take my heating blanket with me when traveling, because sometimes the hotels are not as warm or will take a while to warm up. So all I need to do is plug in my heating blanket. Heating blankets for me are a must now.

3. Hot Shower

What do you think about a hot shower? When you have cold feet a hot shower can be so soothing. Besides the fact that a hot shower will help to warm your cold feet it will also lower blood sugar, help relax the body to prepare for sleep, relieve muscle tension, improve blood circulation, and reduce headaches according to blog.myheatworks.com. Those are a lot of extra benefits.

4. Socks vs. Stockings

Granted some jobs may require heels and stockings. When possible try switching out stockings for socks, especially if wearing pants or a pants suit. Socks will keep your feet much warmer. Also, try wearing socks to bed. There are also other benefits of wearing socks to bed. Wearing socks can help regulate a cold body temperature and prevent hot flashes, cotton socks can help moisturize cracked heels, and further prevent dry spells, and wearing socks at night can help prevent Raynaud’s disease, which is a condition that occurs when the toes and fingers begin to lose circulation and swell. This is according to bvfootclinic.com. They further add that the type of socks you wear can help also such as natural soft fibers, merino wool and cashmere are the optimal choice and make sure that the socks are not too tight in order to improve circulation.

Compression socks can also help treat cold feet. According to drmotionsocks.com this is not just because they cover your feet, which does help trap warmth, but also because they can help treat the symptoms of conditions that can cause cold feet.

5. Massage Your Feet

Have you massaged your feet today? Dw.com talks about women suffering often from cold feet because they have less muscle mass than men and produce less body heat. They further add that rubbing the soles of your feet and your toes with gentle pressure, using circular and stroking motions. You may want to use your favorite body cream for your foot massages. This is a great idea. While you are watching your favorite picture on television just take time to massage your feet. It is up to you to make the time if you feel you are too busy.

6. Stretch and Flex

Do you sit at a desk most of the day? Have you heard of stretch and flex? You might want to try this exercise. Simply point your toes away from you then bring your toes back towards you. You can do this slowly using your full range of motion. Repeat 10 times on both feet. You also might like rotating your foot from the ankle clockwise then anticlockwise using your full range of motion. Repeat 10 times clockwise and anti clockwise on each foot. This is discussed at footandleg.com. This can also be done while watching television. A Win/win situation. You can watch your picture on television and exercise at the same time.

7. Foot Soaks

Have you tried soaking your feet in warm water? Doing that can be relaxing and soothing to your feet. This may be especially helpful if you live in a cold environment. Since climate change has started weather has been different all over the world. Michigan has been known for the cold weather one day and hot weather the next. Now this is not just limited to Michigan other states have had the same conditions. So whatever the condition of your environment, when the weather is cold take precautions to protect your feet. There is not need to suffer with cold feet. There are remedies for that. What do you do to keep your cold feet warm?

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10 Reasons to Take a Hot Bath or Shower / An Electric Instant WaterHeater My Be Good for Your Health

 

Can’t sleep cold feet

 

Are Your Feet Always Cold? Compression Socks Can Help!

 

Tips to Beat the Cold- how to really warm up cold feet

 

3 Tips to Keep Your Feet Warm This Winter

 

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Blogging Is Therapeutic

Do you like to write? Are you aware that writing can be therapeutic? Writing your thoughts on paper can be very beneficial to you and to others as well.

Which One Are You?

1. My Blogging Story

In my article

My Blogging Story

I mentioned I started blogging in 2008 and had no clue as to what I was doing. I only knew that I loved to write. I looked for free blog sites. The site I was at got hacked numerous times that was very discouraging so I started looking around and found numerous linky parties that were very helpful to me. I decided I needed to do something new to get new results. I started looking for more blogging resources and reading everything I could find about starting a blog.

 Blogs encouraging blogs

 by Melanie Redd was a blog I found at Pinterest which was very encouraging for me. Her blog now has 219.2K members which was great exposure for my blog as well as the fact that I met new people.

 

Lisa Irby

was very motivational for me. She talks about how to create a website on her utube channel. 

 

The fact that Lisa is very personal and always responds to any messages or concerns that I sent her was very inspirational for me. One concern was that in the beginning I did not want to use my picture of myself on my blog. She explained the importance to me of using my picture to let people know that I am a real person. After talking with her the things that she told me made a lot of since.

I was very thankful to have found her. Now let us continue with the many benefits of blogging.

2. Mental Benefits of Blogging

Did you know that blogging creates a space for healing and mental health, blogging brings surprise, compassion and support, and being authentic. This is according to moorewellness.life. I could not agree with her more on that. She also mentioned if she was fake people would see that. My goal when writing is always to help others. I want to share my failures as well as my wins. I want others to see that although things have not been perfect in my life, I always have something to be thankful for. I have learned so much as well from other fellow bloggers. The support has been overwhelming.

I mentioned once before that I always keep a pen and paper handy as thoughts may come to me when I am on the go. Now with the new Technology I just jot my thoughts on my digital calendar. Wow! Thinks have changed.

3. Giving Back

Blogging allows me to give back to the community in my own way. Everyone has their own way to give back to help others. I discovered it is not always about getting, but rather giving to others.

Locationrebel.com talks about this. They emphasized how much is learned from the people that have helped you along the way. They further added that blogging can allow you to share your hobbies, that it is free therapy, it is a stress reliever, meet other like-minded individuals, become a better writer, and much much more.

4. Educate Customers

Did you know that 44% of people reported they read blogs because they wanted to learn something new. They further add that people can use blog articles to learn about new feature that they may not be using. This is talked about at wpbeginner.com.

5. Blog Even If Nobody Reads It

When I first started blogging I started reading everything that I could about blogging. I saw that there was a great emphasis on content. Even though I loved to write it seemed as though it took forever to build my content. According to businessgrow.com there are over 600 million blogs, people publish 70 million new posts on. WordPress.com every month, people post over 75 million new comments on WordPress.com blogs every month, and 22% of bloggers post every single week. So I gradually realized the old saying, “Rome was not built in a day.” I realized it would take time to build content. So I needed to be persistent and never give up.

6. Feelings About Blogging

Medium.com describes blogging as some days walking down the street naked, some days it is stressful, some days it is like having a conversation with yourself, some days it sucks, and some days it feels unstoppable. Can you identify with any of these feelings? I definitely can. The one thing I know about blogging is that when I blog I feel good. There may be times when I start blogging that I have very little to say, but then I start thinking and relating events. Blogging seems to really be motivational for me and I feel alive.

In my article

Evergreen Blogging Is Here to Stay

 

I talk about asking yourself, “Is this subject something people want to know about? “Is it something that people will do an internet search to find out more about?” I remember to keep in mind that people are social beings and evergreen content gives people a connection that they are finding content that is valuable to them. Yes evergreen content may stay around and be here for years and years to come. Also, as long as you are living, you will have problems. Evergreen blogging might include finding solutions and resources to various problems. Once you publish evergreen content you definitely want to share it on media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest. Lately I have become a fan of Tik-Tok. Also, note when I started

Pinterest

 

I did not have a clue as to what to pin and where to pin it, but I knew I liked that it was a visual pinboard. I now have 1.7K followers and 1.1k monthly views. I never could have imagined.

What are your feeling about blogging? Are you thinking about it? Do not just think about it, do it. You might surprise yourself.

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Awesome Benefits of Traveling

Have you thought about the many benefits of traveling? There may be those that travel all the time and then others that barely travel.

Did You Know?

1. Mental Benefits

Did you know that there are mental benefits of traveling? Just taking the time to go somewhere and get away from work can help you feel more productive and focused when you get back because your brain needs time to rest. Webmd.com talks about this. They further add that traveling has been linked to stress reduction and can alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression. Did you know that there are spa getaways and tour packages in various places available to you?

2. Your Immune System

Traveling not only boosts your Immune System, but it has long-term benefits, leads to more exercise, reduces stress, opens up your mind, builds relationships, builds confidence, promotes joy, improves quality of life, it is in our DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid), and promotes brain growth.

I can definitely identify with more exercise. I recall when we went to Washington DC to see the (Wall) It featured Viet Name Veterans who died or was missing from the Viet Nam War. I had not idea how long this wall was. It was about several blocks long. It was amazing. Even though we took a travel bus to this area there was so much more to see as we walked around. That was a day that I remember getting very much exercise, but then I knew walking was and is  good for me.

3. Improve Communication

How is your communication skills? Because each country is different and has its own language there are many countries where English is not the main language. Redasinsurance.com mentions this. They also emphasized that you can convey messages and understand others without speaking the same language, traveling can humble you, and you can receive unforgettable memories. That make since. Can you think of times that you traveled to a certain destination and remembered the fond memories that came with that travel?

I recall in elementary school traveling with my school to Chicago. I remember seeing fruit and sandwiches in a vendor machine. That was my first time. I also remember one of my classmates was unable to make it to the restroom and soiled his clothing. Unfortunately he had no change of clothing. I felt so sorry for him. I just could not imagine. Travel can bring up so many memories. Some of them may be pleasant while others not so pleasant. Did you know that you can sometimes find great travel deals?

4. Traveling Nurse

In my article What Is a Traveling Nurse?

 

I talk about the fact that traveling nurses are well-paid, they travel all over the states, their housing is paid, and they get to meet new people. A traveling nurse is just one way to travel and to get paid for it as well. I never wanted to be a nurse, but I commend those that are nurses. During the COVID-19 Pandemic nurses were in high demand. There was such a demand that many were graduating early.

5. Traveling Volunteers

Have you heard the expression voluntarism? According to projects-abroad., this is a combination of volunteering and tourism where you use your time and energy to help others while exploring a different country and culture. This is just another aspect of traveling to explore.

6. Why Vacation In Other Countries?

Do you vacation in the same spot year after year? Do you vacation at all? I recall talking to a friend once that said her and her husband had never had a vacation because of their business. He was afraid to leave and not very trusting of other employees to look after his business. I could not imagine. I had never thought that there were those that never took vacations. A psychologist at hbr.org., mentions that travel should routinely be used to get out of your comfort zone, expose yourself to uncertainty, and assure rest for exploration and learning; thus resulting in personal growth of emotional agility, empathy, and creativity. They further added that people who traveled to more countries developed a greater tolerance and trust of strangers and they become more appreciative of people with new knowledge, philosophies, and skills. I had never really thought of it that way. I did, however, realize that when traveling there were various new places and things that I encountered. That was a great feeling to learn new things.

7. What About Shorter Vacations versus longer Vacations?

Which do you prefer? Do you like shorter vacations or longer vacations. I recall going on a cruise for my birthday. My family asked should it be a week or shorter. I preferred the shorter vacation about 3 days. I discovered 3 days was enough for me. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, but had I stayed longer than that I would not have. For some reason I believed I would miss home. It is good to travel but it feels even better when you return home for some reason. Did you know that taking shorter breaks throughout the year may be more beneficial for your mental well-being and performance than taking one long vacation? Newsweek.com talks about this. They further suggest that taking multiple shorter trips throughout the year allows for more opportunities to boost your mood.

During my recent travel to Tennessee which was for just a couple of days, I discovered a buffet called Chow Time Buffet and Grill that included Chinese and Soul Food. This was very good. I also observed many people came to this buffet. The service was awesome. The waiters I observed were very friendly and catering to the customers. It was an awesome surprise as I saw old and young coming in to eat. I also took advantage of their take out service which was great as well. I also have found that when I receive great service I will do a review and take pictures of the food to add to Google Map, because as people travel they can check the reviews to see if this is a place they want to stop and eat at. It is so easy to give reviews when you receive bad service, but much better when you receive great service. Everyone loves awesome service. Did you know that there are awesome romantic vacation deals available to you as well?

Source:

How Travel Affects Mental Health

 

Benefits of Traveling

 

Top 10 Benefits of Traveling Often: Let’s Travel More!

 

What is voluntarism?

 

The Mental Benefits of Vacationing Somewhere New

 

How Mini-Vacations Can Boost Your Well-Being