Tuesday Tips for Healthy Brides: Christi Masi, Wedding Guide Health Blogger!

conveniencefoodsPackaged and boxed convenience foods have often been so processed that they are void of essential nutrients. They are also very high in salt and preservatives. Sacrificing a few extra hours per week to prepare wholesome meals can often pay back dividends in the long run. High-salt meals may lead to future problems like high blood pressure, which is often treated with a life-long prescription of medication. Pay now or pay later?

weightliftingSpeaking of blood pressure…..make sure you do not hold your breath while you are lifting weights.  It can make your blood pressure sky rocket.  Don’t worry too much about your breathing pattern; (if you wish to focus on it think about blowing the weights away from you) rather just remember to breath!