Endorphins ("endogenous morphine") are endogenous opioid peptides that function as neurotransmitters. They are produced by the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus in vertebrates during exercise, excitement, pain, consumption of spicy food, laughter, love and orgasm, and they resemble the opiates in their abilities to produce analgesia and a feeling of well-being.

getting more in tune . . .

Getting more in tune with myself
Listening to my soul
Hearing what I should practice
Hearing what will make my life better
Practicing being true to myself
Pursuing my true wants
Preserving my health

Diet.Spirituality.Exercise.Emotions.MentalHealth.Intellect.Love.Society.Friends.Family.Nature.Responsibilities.Self-growth.Culture.MyFuture.



All elements of my well-being I am prioritizing and working on and fighting for when I need to.


In lots of love, health, and joy of being deeply content in the now,
Jessica B

The Simple, No-Equipment Workout You Can Do at Home

http://www.oprah.com/health/The-No-Equipment-Workout-You-Can-Do-at-Home

The Flat Belly Diet

"To keep your belly in check, remember the acronym SED: Strength training to preserve muscle mass, Exercise aerobically to burn fat, and your Diet should be healthy, calorie-controlled, and include heart-healthy fats."

The basic Flat Belly Diet plan is a 1,600-calorie Mediterranean-style diet with an emphasis on wholesome, unrefined foods including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, beans, seeds, lean protein.

According to the authors, the secret ingredient in the Flat Belly Diet that whittles away belly fat is the addition of a monounsaturated fat, or MUFA, at every meal. MUFAs are found in olives, avocados, nuts, seeds, dark chocolate, soybean, flax, and olive and sunflower oils.

During the jump-start, dieters drink 2 liters of daily "sassy water," a blend of spices, herbs, citrus, and cucumber. "We tested the diet plan on 11 volunteers and they told us the flavored water reduced bloating, constipation, helped them feel better and get rid of that sluggish feeling," explains Sass.

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/flat-belly-diet?page=3

--Exercise is self-healing. Imagine sitting indoors on a nice day watching television. But you also feel tired, maybe even depressed. So you get up, turn off the TV, and go for a walk. It might be hard at first, but the longer you walk, the better and more energized you start to feel. Mood-lifting chemicals in your brain start to circulate. Your heart strengthens. Your metabolism revs up. And these effects continue for at least 48 hours afterward. You have actually begun to self-heal!

--Sleep is self-healing. A good night’s sleep helps your body regenerate. When you wake up in the morning, you’ll feel refreshed.

--Hugs are self-healing. Anyone who knows me knows that I believe in hugs. Have you ever had anyone say to you, “Hey, do you need a hug?” Then they hug you, and you just feel better. There’s power in a hug. Science has verified that the simple act of reaching out and hugging another person slows heart rate, reduces blood pressure, and even accelerates recovery from an illness. All that in a simple hug!

http://drfabmancini.com/320/helpyourbodyheal/

it is possible, although not yet proven, that afternoon sessions may produce more robust results.

Why Afternoon May Be the Best Time to Exercise