Did You Know?

... if you have an achy knee, a glucosamine supplement may help. In a small study involving people who regularly experienced knee pain from previous cartilage injury or osteoarthritis, those who took glucosamine supplement for 12 weeks appeared to have less knee pain at the end of the study. Ask your health care provider if glucosamine supplements are right for you.

... making cantaloupe your favorite summer fruit may turn out to be a skin saver. Studies suggest that the carotenoids found in cantaloupe may have skin-protectvie effects. According to research, dietary carotenoids appear to accumulate in the skin, helping to protect it from the sun’s damaging rays. Cantaloupe is an excellent source of carotenoids, particularly the carotenoid beta carotene.

... you can reduce stress and anxiety levels by taking three mini walks each day. Research reveals that three 10-minute walks taken at different times of the day are as effective at relieving tension and anxiety as one 30-minute walk. To keep stress levels under control, take a quick walk before work, take a 10-minute stroll at lunchtime, and then finish your day with a brisk power walk around the block when you get home.