By John Billington
decreased ability to perform tasks that once seemed basic. One essential ability that lessens as a person ages is his or her vision. Since most people rely on their ability to see throughout their entire lives, it can be quite disheartening when this important sense no longer performs as it once did. As the human eye ages, its cornea becomes hazy and the lens begins to absorb more light. Deposits in both the cornea and the lens cause an increase in light scattering inside the eye, making it difficult for a person to identify objects. In addition to a decreased ability to focus on an object, one’s ability to adjust to different levels of light is compromised.
Extensive research continues to be conducted to unfold the science behind regression of the eye’s functionality with age. Lighting industry leaders have taken notice of important findings regarding the role of lighting in vision enhancement, and in response have released product lines specifically designed to produce the type of light that counteracts some of the decreased visual ability that comes with aging.
Lighting solutions that illuminate in excess of one hundred footcandles, the level experts have determined to be optimal for reading, are already on the market. A footcandle is a measure of the amount of illumination on a surface. One footcandle can be equated to one lumen per square foot of surface area, but was originally measured by the intensity of light a candle produces from one foot away. New lights designed for the aging eye utilize a diffuser and a reflector, which make them capable of concentrating light only on the task at hand, such as a book or newspaper. Since these lights include a dimmer and the reflector can be physically maneuvered, they can be adjusted to concentrate light in the perfect position for optimal visibility. In addition to making the surface area of reading material more visible, this lighting makes it less necessary for the aging eye to try to adjust to varying levels of light.
Lighting that includes this new technology for the aging eye can be found in many different styles. Free standing floor lamps are available with or without an adjustable arm that is the perfect height for reading while relaxing in a favorite chair. Hanging ceiling lights, table lamps, desk lamps and sconces are also available with this technology to ensure that all household lighting needs can be fulfilled by this revolutionary lighting technology.
About the Author: John Billington is the president and CEO of Five Rivers Inc., a leading online provider of home lighting and decor. For more information, please visit www.fiverivers.com.
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Make Your Body More Fit with Vibration Exercise
By Vikram Kuamr
It has been several years since vibration exercise has grown largely popular. This is due to the creation of vibration machines such as the VibraSlim EuroPlate.
Aside from this machine, there has also been a development of domestic user or personal models. If you want to improve and train your strength, you will be able to do it within your home. This is very convenient because you won’t have to visit the gym all of the time just to get fit. With a machine such as the EuroPlate, you will be able to engage in your own vibration exercise.
There are several machines for vibration fitness which are available commercially. A basic platform has a price of 100 pounds, while “professional” models can cost you as much as 9,000 to 11,000 pounds. The major reasons for such high price differences are the design of the machine and the brand. If you want to buy a vibration machine, you should know that the kind of material utilized for it is an important factor when choosing. This goes the same with the construction quality. When the material and the quality of the machine are guaranteed, you will also be able to guarantee its durability and its performance. The brand or the design of the model does not have anything to do with the performance level of the vibration machine.
There are a lot of vibration exercise machines available in the market nowadays. One of these is EuroPlate from VibraSlim. When you go for this machine, you will reap plenty of benefits. For one, the EuroPlate equipment has great quality, while its design sleek. This also applies to the quality of its steel construction. What is more, it is solid and firm. Its works quietly and it is simple to move around due to the machine’s built-in wheels. With 5 programs, 17 manual settings, and 50Hz, its vibration speed is geared to full range. These characteristics assure you of a great performance. The good thing about EuroPlate is that is approved by doctors. What is more, VibraSlim is found in clinics located all throughout North America. If you buy this vibration fitness machine and you are not satisfied, you will be able to avail of the manufacturer’s full two-year warranty.
The EuroPlate vibration exercise equipment of VibraSlim comes with features such as programs, speed, vibration range, quality, and design. Furthermore, it is available with exercise bands bonus. Compared to other machines, you will be able to get the most out of your exercise when you choose EuroPlate. Unlike professional brands which are priced really high, you will be able to take advantage of EuroPlate’s great quality performance for as low as $1,699. This is considered relatively cheaper to other vibration fitness machines with prices ranging from $6,500 to $12,000. If you want to buy affordable exercise equipment for a low price, you should opt for EuroPlate. It is provided with more or less similar features as with expensive “professional” brands.
It has been several years since vibration exercise has grown largely popular. This is due to the creation of vibration machines such as the VibraSlim EuroPlate.
Aside from this machine, there has also been a development of domestic user or personal models. If you want to improve and train your strength, you will be able to do it within your home. This is very convenient because you won’t have to visit the gym all of the time just to get fit. With a machine such as the EuroPlate, you will be able to engage in your own vibration exercise.
There are several machines for vibration fitness which are available commercially. A basic platform has a price of 100 pounds, while “professional” models can cost you as much as 9,000 to 11,000 pounds. The major reasons for such high price differences are the design of the machine and the brand. If you want to buy a vibration machine, you should know that the kind of material utilized for it is an important factor when choosing. This goes the same with the construction quality. When the material and the quality of the machine are guaranteed, you will also be able to guarantee its durability and its performance. The brand or the design of the model does not have anything to do with the performance level of the vibration machine.
There are a lot of vibration exercise machines available in the market nowadays. One of these is EuroPlate from VibraSlim. When you go for this machine, you will reap plenty of benefits. For one, the EuroPlate equipment has great quality, while its design sleek. This also applies to the quality of its steel construction. What is more, it is solid and firm. Its works quietly and it is simple to move around due to the machine’s built-in wheels. With 5 programs, 17 manual settings, and 50Hz, its vibration speed is geared to full range. These characteristics assure you of a great performance. The good thing about EuroPlate is that is approved by doctors. What is more, VibraSlim is found in clinics located all throughout North America. If you buy this vibration fitness machine and you are not satisfied, you will be able to avail of the manufacturer’s full two-year warranty.
The EuroPlate vibration exercise equipment of VibraSlim comes with features such as programs, speed, vibration range, quality, and design. Furthermore, it is available with exercise bands bonus. Compared to other machines, you will be able to get the most out of your exercise when you choose EuroPlate. Unlike professional brands which are priced really high, you will be able to take advantage of EuroPlate’s great quality performance for as low as $1,699. This is considered relatively cheaper to other vibration fitness machines with prices ranging from $6,500 to $12,000. If you want to buy affordable exercise equipment for a low price, you should opt for EuroPlate. It is provided with more or less similar features as with expensive “professional” brands.
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A Healthy Mouth Is Part Of A Healthy Body
Submitted By: Dr. J.D. Murray
It seems to go without saying that good dental health and overall health are linked. Every part of the body is interconnected, and it just wouldn’t make sense to let one part of the body be severely overlooked and still expect to maintain a top rate health overall. Not to mention that the mouth is a serious portal to the entire body, what goes in it, must go through it. But, what are the benefits of good dental hygiene for overall health?
First, everyone knows that the mouth has tons of bacteria growing and living in it. These bacteria are only kept under control by daily hygiene practices. This is where using a toothbrush and a roll of floss come in. These two parts of a daily dental hygiene routine reduce the amount of plaque, or bacteria, build up in the mouth. That’s why dentists recommend brushing twice a day and flossing once a day. It is also important to make and keep those visits to the dentist’s office. The dentist is a very important part of any good dental hygiene routine. If dental hygiene is not maintained, health issues such as gum disease, cavities, root decay and the like begin to take place.
As these diseases take over the mouth, they find their way into the blood stream. Obviously, this can be very detrimental to a person’s overall health. Scientists have begun to connect all sorts of serious health problem with poor dental health. They have found that infections in the mouth enter the blood stream and can start to attack the arteries and the heart itself. There have been studies showing that people with poor oral health have a higher risk for heart attacks and strokes. Some of these studies are in the very early processes, but the benefits of using that toothbrush and floss appear to be more widespread that was before known.
It is very important for women in childbearing years to be vigilant about keeping good oral health. There are studies that connect gum disease with premature births. The infection and bacteria caused by gum disease can end up affecting the development of an unborn child. Unfortunately, there are certain dental procedures that should not be done on pregnant women, so it is really important for women in childbearing years to be on top of their dental health. Women in this group are responsible for not only their own overall health, but also that of their unborn child, so they would be wise to maintain good dental hygiene for their own health and that of their unborn baby.
On a more basic level, good oral health means less pain from tooth decay and gum irritation. It also means fewer stressful trips to the dentist’s office. Everybody’s overall health would be better off without these situations!
Being committed to good oral health also includes good nutrition. Strong teeth and bones need an adequate supply of calcium. Healthy teeth and gums also need a very amount of sugary foods, snacks, and sodas. If a person is taking care of their nutritional needs, they will have a healthy mouth and body.
People who develop and maintain good oral hygiene habits are likely to have good overall hygiene habits that affect their general health as well. If a person is in the bathroom brushing and flossing at least twice a day, they are likely to be washing their hands and face more often as well. Simply washing and cleaning the body helps to avoid different germs and bacteria contracted throughout daily life.
So do something great for your overall health by brushing and flossing every day and having regular visit’s to the dentist’s office. Keeping good oral health will do wonders for overall health.
About the Author:
Dr. J.D. Murray, DDS, is a leading dentist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Murray specializes in Atlanta Smile Makeovers, Dental Implants and Sedation Dentistry. Visit us for more information http://www.southwestatlantasmilecenter.com or call (404) 349-7889.
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It seems to go without saying that good dental health and overall health are linked. Every part of the body is interconnected, and it just wouldn’t make sense to let one part of the body be severely overlooked and still expect to maintain a top rate health overall. Not to mention that the mouth is a serious portal to the entire body, what goes in it, must go through it. But, what are the benefits of good dental hygiene for overall health?
First, everyone knows that the mouth has tons of bacteria growing and living in it. These bacteria are only kept under control by daily hygiene practices. This is where using a toothbrush and a roll of floss come in. These two parts of a daily dental hygiene routine reduce the amount of plaque, or bacteria, build up in the mouth. That’s why dentists recommend brushing twice a day and flossing once a day. It is also important to make and keep those visits to the dentist’s office. The dentist is a very important part of any good dental hygiene routine. If dental hygiene is not maintained, health issues such as gum disease, cavities, root decay and the like begin to take place.
As these diseases take over the mouth, they find their way into the blood stream. Obviously, this can be very detrimental to a person’s overall health. Scientists have begun to connect all sorts of serious health problem with poor dental health. They have found that infections in the mouth enter the blood stream and can start to attack the arteries and the heart itself. There have been studies showing that people with poor oral health have a higher risk for heart attacks and strokes. Some of these studies are in the very early processes, but the benefits of using that toothbrush and floss appear to be more widespread that was before known.
It is very important for women in childbearing years to be vigilant about keeping good oral health. There are studies that connect gum disease with premature births. The infection and bacteria caused by gum disease can end up affecting the development of an unborn child. Unfortunately, there are certain dental procedures that should not be done on pregnant women, so it is really important for women in childbearing years to be on top of their dental health. Women in this group are responsible for not only their own overall health, but also that of their unborn child, so they would be wise to maintain good dental hygiene for their own health and that of their unborn baby.
On a more basic level, good oral health means less pain from tooth decay and gum irritation. It also means fewer stressful trips to the dentist’s office. Everybody’s overall health would be better off without these situations!
Being committed to good oral health also includes good nutrition. Strong teeth and bones need an adequate supply of calcium. Healthy teeth and gums also need a very amount of sugary foods, snacks, and sodas. If a person is taking care of their nutritional needs, they will have a healthy mouth and body.
People who develop and maintain good oral hygiene habits are likely to have good overall hygiene habits that affect their general health as well. If a person is in the bathroom brushing and flossing at least twice a day, they are likely to be washing their hands and face more often as well. Simply washing and cleaning the body helps to avoid different germs and bacteria contracted throughout daily life.
So do something great for your overall health by brushing and flossing every day and having regular visit’s to the dentist’s office. Keeping good oral health will do wonders for overall health.
About the Author:
Dr. J.D. Murray, DDS, is a leading dentist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Murray specializes in Atlanta Smile Makeovers, Dental Implants and Sedation Dentistry. Visit us for more information http://www.southwestatlantasmilecenter.com or call (404) 349-7889.
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Anti-Aging Eating
Submitted By: Colleen Palat
In this day and age, people are living longer and longer, which is fantastic news for us all! Human advances in medicine and other pertinent areas have extended the average lifespan for humans to 77.2 years!
A longer lifespan is great news for us all, yet as we get older, it's typical to experience a variety of aged-related problems. While living longer is our goal, I think we all agree we can do without the physical aging part. What can be done to combat the aging process?
Recently, scientists have identified some key nutrients in food that can help with anti-aging.
Heart disease, memory loss, and wrinkles, to name a few, are all aging symptoms we will all experience sooner or later due to free radicals.
Free radicals are harmful oxygen molecules that damage our cells leading to several age-related problems. But how can we combat these free radicals? By eating citrus fruits! Their abundant source of vitamin C helps prevent wrinkles, protects our arteries, and reduces our risk of heart disease and stroke.
What foods are best for anti-aging?
Spinach and Grapefruit.
Spinach is rich with carotenoids, which help to protect the eye from macular degeneration (a leading cause of blindness in the elderly).
Grapefruit is full of glutathione, which helps to lower blood pressure and cholesterol.
Tomatoes and Watermelon.
Tomatoes and watermelon both contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. They are so powerful; they can even help to prevent the growth of tumors!
Other Important Nutrients
As we age, our appetite naturally slows down and our body absorbs fewer nutrients, as it once was able to do. Couple that with the fact that many of us simply do not eat the right amount of fruits and vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, and we have a diet that is lacking. To make sure you get in the right amount of nutrients everyday, include the following in your diet to insure that you are giving your body what it needs.
Beta-Carotene: This can be found in carrots, yellow squash, and bright colored vegetables. This antioxidant helps prevent wrinkles, dry skin, cataracts, heart disease, and cancer. One sweet potato gives your body about 15 mg. of beta-carotene: the amount doctors recommend we take in each day.
Vitamin E: Nuts, wheat germ, and cooking oil. Consuming the right amount of vitamin E can cut the risk of heart disease in half. All you need is just 2 tsp. of sunflower seeds a day to get in half of this important nutrient.
Zinc and Calcium: These are the two most important minerals in your diet! Calcium can be found in dairy foods, and green, leafy vegetables. Calcium is crucial for preventing osteoporosis! Zinc can be found in meats and shellfish, which help to keep the immune system strong.
B Vitamins: B vitamins help to maintain our energy and keep our nerves and brain healthy. You can find B vitamins in leafy greens, potatoes, bananas, meats, and legumes.
Our nutritional needs change as we age, so make sure your diet changes along with what your body needs. Paying just a little more attention will help you life a longer life of health and vitality!
About the Author:
Colleen is a health and fitness enthusiast who loves to pass on the latest information on health and wellness. Sign up for your free e-newsletter filled with cutting-edge information on health, nutrition, weight loss, and fitness. For your free e-newsletter, visit HealthyRevelations.com
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In this day and age, people are living longer and longer, which is fantastic news for us all! Human advances in medicine and other pertinent areas have extended the average lifespan for humans to 77.2 years!
A longer lifespan is great news for us all, yet as we get older, it's typical to experience a variety of aged-related problems. While living longer is our goal, I think we all agree we can do without the physical aging part. What can be done to combat the aging process?
Recently, scientists have identified some key nutrients in food that can help with anti-aging.
Heart disease, memory loss, and wrinkles, to name a few, are all aging symptoms we will all experience sooner or later due to free radicals.
Free radicals are harmful oxygen molecules that damage our cells leading to several age-related problems. But how can we combat these free radicals? By eating citrus fruits! Their abundant source of vitamin C helps prevent wrinkles, protects our arteries, and reduces our risk of heart disease and stroke.
What foods are best for anti-aging?
Spinach and Grapefruit.
Spinach is rich with carotenoids, which help to protect the eye from macular degeneration (a leading cause of blindness in the elderly).
Grapefruit is full of glutathione, which helps to lower blood pressure and cholesterol.
Tomatoes and Watermelon.
Tomatoes and watermelon both contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. They are so powerful; they can even help to prevent the growth of tumors!
Other Important Nutrients
As we age, our appetite naturally slows down and our body absorbs fewer nutrients, as it once was able to do. Couple that with the fact that many of us simply do not eat the right amount of fruits and vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, and we have a diet that is lacking. To make sure you get in the right amount of nutrients everyday, include the following in your diet to insure that you are giving your body what it needs.
Beta-Carotene: This can be found in carrots, yellow squash, and bright colored vegetables. This antioxidant helps prevent wrinkles, dry skin, cataracts, heart disease, and cancer. One sweet potato gives your body about 15 mg. of beta-carotene: the amount doctors recommend we take in each day.
Vitamin E: Nuts, wheat germ, and cooking oil. Consuming the right amount of vitamin E can cut the risk of heart disease in half. All you need is just 2 tsp. of sunflower seeds a day to get in half of this important nutrient.
Zinc and Calcium: These are the two most important minerals in your diet! Calcium can be found in dairy foods, and green, leafy vegetables. Calcium is crucial for preventing osteoporosis! Zinc can be found in meats and shellfish, which help to keep the immune system strong.
B Vitamins: B vitamins help to maintain our energy and keep our nerves and brain healthy. You can find B vitamins in leafy greens, potatoes, bananas, meats, and legumes.
Our nutritional needs change as we age, so make sure your diet changes along with what your body needs. Paying just a little more attention will help you life a longer life of health and vitality!
About the Author:
Colleen is a health and fitness enthusiast who loves to pass on the latest information on health and wellness. Sign up for your free e-newsletter filled with cutting-edge information on health, nutrition, weight loss, and fitness. For your free e-newsletter, visit HealthyRevelations.com
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Go The Herbal Way For Better Skin
Submitted By: Mike Schlacter
Herbal body lotions are gaining converts every day. As more people become aware of how delicate the skin is cosmetics with natural ingredients are gaining supporters by the droves.
The skin is the body's largest organ. It is our sheath of armor against pollutants and other environmental threats. We have the duty to take care and ensure the health of our skin. After all, it also helps make a good social impression for the people we meet everyday.
Proper skin care is not vanity. There is an important reason why we need to discriminate between products that are good and bad for our skin. Just imagine any product we apply on our skin is absorbed into the bloodstream. If the products we use contain dangerous chemicals, those chemicals will be absorbed into our bodies and wreak havoc.
Why use herbal body lotions
Cosmetics made from natural ingredients do not contain such harmful ingredients. Herbal body lotions contain plant-based essential oils that are safe and beneficial to the skin. You never have to worry about what is being absorbed by your skin with herbal body lotions.
Jojoba, olive oil, almond oil, aloe and shea butter are the most common base ingredients of herbal body lotions. These ingredients have been used since ancient civilizations for medical and cosmetic preparations. They are highly moisturizing and 100% natural.
Regular application of lotions with these ingredients helps keep your skin soft and healthy. Instead of causing irritations, herbal body lotions relieve them. Aloe, shea butter and olive oil are known for their soothing properties against skin irritations.
Although herbal cosmetics are made for natural ingredients, they tend to be more expensive. Remember Economics 101? Natural resources are limited but human needs and wants are infinite. The only way our resources could cope with our demand was through innovation.
Synthetic ingredients were developed to cope with demand. They can be produced quickly in bulk at a low cost. Compared to herbal cosmetics, commercially prepared products can be sold at cheaper prices because its materials are cheaper and its production process is more efficient.
Shelf-life is another issue with natural cosmetics. All natural means they do not have preservatives. Expect their shelf-life to be significantly shorter compared to commercial cosmetics that have shelf lives of at least 6 months to years.
Do-it-yourself herbal cosmetics
The good news is natural cosmetics can be prepared in your homes. Books, magazines and the internet are your best avenue for recipes of natural cosmetics. Make your own soaps, lotions, and even lipstick! The ingredients you need are mostly food and household items you can buy from the any supermarket or pharmacy. You can remedy the short shelf-life by producing small quantities. In a way the short shelf-life works to your advantage; you know that what you are using is always fresh.
Natural or herbal cosmetics are your skin's best friend. They are gentle yet effective when it comes to keeping your skin healthy and young-looking. It is never too late to adapt a healthy lifestyle. Start your daily habit of herbal body lotion and other all natural cosmetic products now and experience the natural high.
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For more information on herbal skin lotion, visit the scented skin lotion site.
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Article published on March 21, 2008 at iSnare.com
Herbal body lotions are gaining converts every day. As more people become aware of how delicate the skin is cosmetics with natural ingredients are gaining supporters by the droves.
The skin is the body's largest organ. It is our sheath of armor against pollutants and other environmental threats. We have the duty to take care and ensure the health of our skin. After all, it also helps make a good social impression for the people we meet everyday.
Proper skin care is not vanity. There is an important reason why we need to discriminate between products that are good and bad for our skin. Just imagine any product we apply on our skin is absorbed into the bloodstream. If the products we use contain dangerous chemicals, those chemicals will be absorbed into our bodies and wreak havoc.
Why use herbal body lotions
Cosmetics made from natural ingredients do not contain such harmful ingredients. Herbal body lotions contain plant-based essential oils that are safe and beneficial to the skin. You never have to worry about what is being absorbed by your skin with herbal body lotions.
Jojoba, olive oil, almond oil, aloe and shea butter are the most common base ingredients of herbal body lotions. These ingredients have been used since ancient civilizations for medical and cosmetic preparations. They are highly moisturizing and 100% natural.
Regular application of lotions with these ingredients helps keep your skin soft and healthy. Instead of causing irritations, herbal body lotions relieve them. Aloe, shea butter and olive oil are known for their soothing properties against skin irritations.
Although herbal cosmetics are made for natural ingredients, they tend to be more expensive. Remember Economics 101? Natural resources are limited but human needs and wants are infinite. The only way our resources could cope with our demand was through innovation.
Synthetic ingredients were developed to cope with demand. They can be produced quickly in bulk at a low cost. Compared to herbal cosmetics, commercially prepared products can be sold at cheaper prices because its materials are cheaper and its production process is more efficient.
Shelf-life is another issue with natural cosmetics. All natural means they do not have preservatives. Expect their shelf-life to be significantly shorter compared to commercial cosmetics that have shelf lives of at least 6 months to years.
Do-it-yourself herbal cosmetics
The good news is natural cosmetics can be prepared in your homes. Books, magazines and the internet are your best avenue for recipes of natural cosmetics. Make your own soaps, lotions, and even lipstick! The ingredients you need are mostly food and household items you can buy from the any supermarket or pharmacy. You can remedy the short shelf-life by producing small quantities. In a way the short shelf-life works to your advantage; you know that what you are using is always fresh.
Natural or herbal cosmetics are your skin's best friend. They are gentle yet effective when it comes to keeping your skin healthy and young-looking. It is never too late to adapt a healthy lifestyle. Start your daily habit of herbal body lotion and other all natural cosmetic products now and experience the natural high.
About the Author:
For more information on herbal skin lotion, visit the scented skin lotion site.
Article Tags: ingredients, natural, skin
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Article published on March 21, 2008 at iSnare.com
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Fitness for Health and Wellbeing
By Ann Stewart
When you think of fitness, you may be thinking of well-toned bodies, rock-hard abs and generally, just a fit and outstanding physique. What if I told you that in order to be truly fit and feel great you don’t need to be a body builder?
Fitness is more than exercise. If you think exercise and weight control are all there is to fitness, you may be surprised! Fitness is a lifelong pursuit, not a short term goal. "Physical fitness is defined as "a set of attributes that people have or achieve that relates to the ability to perform physical activity" (USDHHS, 1996).
In fact, physical fitness is made up of five main components: cardio-respiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition and flexibility.
An interesting quote I came across is this: "The biggest obstacle people face in achieving physical and financial fitness is developing consistent and long-term healthy habits." This came from Countrywide Bank Managing Director, Pierre Habis. Interestingly, it points up the fact that anything worth achieving should become a mindset based on a long term goal. Add anything that is worth while achieving to your regular life routine.
In general, physical fitness is the ability to do daily activities without feeling overly tired. Physical fitness is especially beneficial in preventing coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease, enhancing muscle quality, preventing muscular deterioration and reducing depression.
You see, true fitness is everything from proper sleep to proper nutrition, from stress reduction to weight reduction, and from flexibility to balance to relaxation. Being physically well toned and muscular does not mean you’re healthy.
Diet and exercise work together for your body's best interest. That’s because nutrition and physical activity go together like bread and butter for our bodies. Dieting alone is not going to be able to give you all of these health benefits. You need to have the physical part as well. Exercise will aid in digestion, provide strength and endurance, and does wonders for the heart.
On the flip side, it is important to be aware of the fact that a bad diet can affect your fitness training, even if you follow the best type of exercise plan available! In order to stay as healthy as possible, you need to combine a healthy diet with a lot of exercise!
The average person needs at least twenty minutes of exercise three times a week. This is not hard for most people to attain – even if you’re not used to any kind of fitness training. It will help to strengthen your cardiovascular health and your overall fitness. Regardless of what sort of physical activity you choose, you should burn about 3500 calories per week. You will soon start feeling the benefits!
When you start any type fitness plan it is recommended that you talk to your doctor about it first. He may work out a specific exercise plan with you that is best suited for your particular physical needs. Be sure to discuss with your doctor any special health concerns like blood pressure, hypertension and any special diet needs that you may have.
It just cannot be stressed enough how the combination of a healthy diet and exercise plan will do wonders for your overall well being. It will make you feel good mentally, emotionally, as well as physically!
Did you know that you can use diet to control high blood pressure? Studies have shown that exercise has a role in keeping blood pressure from increasing. Yes; hypertension can be controlled by physical activity, a low fat diet, and reducing your salt intake, weight, and alcohol consumption!
There is also increasing evidence that weight bearing exercises, like walking, dancing, running, and sports are all excellent for good bone health.
To balance your overall health, you need to have a healthy diet that provides ample calcium, vitamins and minerals along with the adequate amount of exercise to keep your body working great for the rest of your life.
Ann Stewart is an inspirational writer with the emphasis on healing. "With Wings As Eagles" is an awesome testimony of God's healing power. Individually, however, we also have a role to play in keeping the temple of the Holy Spirit in the best physical condition. Youth Makeover is full of practical Health Tips:
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When you think of fitness, you may be thinking of well-toned bodies, rock-hard abs and generally, just a fit and outstanding physique. What if I told you that in order to be truly fit and feel great you don’t need to be a body builder?
Fitness is more than exercise. If you think exercise and weight control are all there is to fitness, you may be surprised! Fitness is a lifelong pursuit, not a short term goal. "Physical fitness is defined as "a set of attributes that people have or achieve that relates to the ability to perform physical activity" (USDHHS, 1996).
In fact, physical fitness is made up of five main components: cardio-respiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition and flexibility.
An interesting quote I came across is this: "The biggest obstacle people face in achieving physical and financial fitness is developing consistent and long-term healthy habits." This came from Countrywide Bank Managing Director, Pierre Habis. Interestingly, it points up the fact that anything worth achieving should become a mindset based on a long term goal. Add anything that is worth while achieving to your regular life routine.
In general, physical fitness is the ability to do daily activities without feeling overly tired. Physical fitness is especially beneficial in preventing coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease, enhancing muscle quality, preventing muscular deterioration and reducing depression.
You see, true fitness is everything from proper sleep to proper nutrition, from stress reduction to weight reduction, and from flexibility to balance to relaxation. Being physically well toned and muscular does not mean you’re healthy.
Diet and exercise work together for your body's best interest. That’s because nutrition and physical activity go together like bread and butter for our bodies. Dieting alone is not going to be able to give you all of these health benefits. You need to have the physical part as well. Exercise will aid in digestion, provide strength and endurance, and does wonders for the heart.
On the flip side, it is important to be aware of the fact that a bad diet can affect your fitness training, even if you follow the best type of exercise plan available! In order to stay as healthy as possible, you need to combine a healthy diet with a lot of exercise!
The average person needs at least twenty minutes of exercise three times a week. This is not hard for most people to attain – even if you’re not used to any kind of fitness training. It will help to strengthen your cardiovascular health and your overall fitness. Regardless of what sort of physical activity you choose, you should burn about 3500 calories per week. You will soon start feeling the benefits!
When you start any type fitness plan it is recommended that you talk to your doctor about it first. He may work out a specific exercise plan with you that is best suited for your particular physical needs. Be sure to discuss with your doctor any special health concerns like blood pressure, hypertension and any special diet needs that you may have.
It just cannot be stressed enough how the combination of a healthy diet and exercise plan will do wonders for your overall well being. It will make you feel good mentally, emotionally, as well as physically!
Did you know that you can use diet to control high blood pressure? Studies have shown that exercise has a role in keeping blood pressure from increasing. Yes; hypertension can be controlled by physical activity, a low fat diet, and reducing your salt intake, weight, and alcohol consumption!
There is also increasing evidence that weight bearing exercises, like walking, dancing, running, and sports are all excellent for good bone health.
To balance your overall health, you need to have a healthy diet that provides ample calcium, vitamins and minerals along with the adequate amount of exercise to keep your body working great for the rest of your life.
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Best and Simple Exercises for Easy Weight Loss
By Dr Anne
There are plenty of options available around us for losing weight; however, a well-balanced healthy diet and regular exercise have no alternative. In most of the cases, exercises are suggested by health practitioners, not only if you are obese, but also if you want to stay fit and active. There are various weight loss supplements and various unique methods of loosing weight present in the market. However, most prevalently people depend on weight loss exercises for loosing their weight fastest and effective way.
Since ages, various researches had been conducted to ensure and establish the integral relationship between weight loss and exercises. There are various sorts of weight loss exercises that an individual may opt in according to their own preference and capacity. But if you are serious about initiating your exercise module, it is highly recommended that you should consult your doctor first. If he consents, you may care remembering few useful tips prior initiating the session.
Few Useful Tips
You should begin your session by measuring Body Mass Indicator (BMI) or your weight. You may keep the track of your BMI or weight in a 15 days or 1 month interval. It will help you to analyze your progress. You should maintain a daily schedule and you should also be particular about the time. It is better that you follow a specific time, either in the morning or evening, to execute your weight loss exercises. This will help you to stay focused to your goal. You should make a weekly diet plan.
If you are doing exercise, but not taking enough care of your diet, it is very unlikely that you will get any effective output. It is not always a good idea to talk to everyone that you are in weight loss planning, but you must share it to your near and dear ones so that they can help you by providing sufficient positive motivation. Motivation is crucially important for achieving your desired goal. You should set a rational and realistic goal. Conditionally, it should be short-term, say for a fortnight, to have an effective output, in practice.
Best exercise for weight loss
When you have gone through useful tips, it is the time to focus on your exercise module. You need to know which one is best to your needs. There are plenty of weight loss exercises, but the best one you will choose for you must satisfy two criterions - firstly, you will enjoy doing it and secondly, it must make you sweat to some extent. You may be creative while choosing your weight loss exercises. It may be playing with your kid for hours long, which of course help burning your extra calories.
You may also like to walk. A simple walk can do a real wonder. It in not only the easiest of the bulk, but the most effective of all weight loss exercises. You can walk any time you want and you do not need to have any special equipment for it. Walking is not only beneficial for reducing extra weight, but it also helps strengthening cardiovascular system.
Stationary cycling is considered as one of the effective weight loss exercises. It functions in a similar fashion as walking, while impacting the body metabolism rate and burning fat at a faster rate. If you have this instrument at your own home, you may enjoy it while watching movie or listening music. So you can do it even in your free time, while burning some extra calories from your body.
Aerobics are useful when you are focused loosing extra pounds from your body muscles. It's a kind of rhythmic exercise, which enables you to move your body following the rhythm of the background music. It helps in boosting your muscular activities and physiological capacities.
However, it is important to do regular exercise to stay fit, but you must remember not to make yourself overstressed with it. In addition to regular exercise, healthy low calorie diet and plenty of water in addition to sufficient rest can only make the difference.
Dr John Anne is an herbal specialist with years of experience and extensive research on herbs and alternative health. If you are looking for more information, read about Weight Loss Exercises and Green Tea for Weight Loss. AyurvedicCure.com is the World's Largest Alternative Health Portal. Also Read about Weight Management in Pets
There are plenty of options available around us for losing weight; however, a well-balanced healthy diet and regular exercise have no alternative. In most of the cases, exercises are suggested by health practitioners, not only if you are obese, but also if you want to stay fit and active. There are various weight loss supplements and various unique methods of loosing weight present in the market. However, most prevalently people depend on weight loss exercises for loosing their weight fastest and effective way.
Since ages, various researches had been conducted to ensure and establish the integral relationship between weight loss and exercises. There are various sorts of weight loss exercises that an individual may opt in according to their own preference and capacity. But if you are serious about initiating your exercise module, it is highly recommended that you should consult your doctor first. If he consents, you may care remembering few useful tips prior initiating the session.
Few Useful Tips
You should begin your session by measuring Body Mass Indicator (BMI) or your weight. You may keep the track of your BMI or weight in a 15 days or 1 month interval. It will help you to analyze your progress. You should maintain a daily schedule and you should also be particular about the time. It is better that you follow a specific time, either in the morning or evening, to execute your weight loss exercises. This will help you to stay focused to your goal. You should make a weekly diet plan.
If you are doing exercise, but not taking enough care of your diet, it is very unlikely that you will get any effective output. It is not always a good idea to talk to everyone that you are in weight loss planning, but you must share it to your near and dear ones so that they can help you by providing sufficient positive motivation. Motivation is crucially important for achieving your desired goal. You should set a rational and realistic goal. Conditionally, it should be short-term, say for a fortnight, to have an effective output, in practice.
Best exercise for weight loss
When you have gone through useful tips, it is the time to focus on your exercise module. You need to know which one is best to your needs. There are plenty of weight loss exercises, but the best one you will choose for you must satisfy two criterions - firstly, you will enjoy doing it and secondly, it must make you sweat to some extent. You may be creative while choosing your weight loss exercises. It may be playing with your kid for hours long, which of course help burning your extra calories.
You may also like to walk. A simple walk can do a real wonder. It in not only the easiest of the bulk, but the most effective of all weight loss exercises. You can walk any time you want and you do not need to have any special equipment for it. Walking is not only beneficial for reducing extra weight, but it also helps strengthening cardiovascular system.
Stationary cycling is considered as one of the effective weight loss exercises. It functions in a similar fashion as walking, while impacting the body metabolism rate and burning fat at a faster rate. If you have this instrument at your own home, you may enjoy it while watching movie or listening music. So you can do it even in your free time, while burning some extra calories from your body.
Aerobics are useful when you are focused loosing extra pounds from your body muscles. It's a kind of rhythmic exercise, which enables you to move your body following the rhythm of the background music. It helps in boosting your muscular activities and physiological capacities.
However, it is important to do regular exercise to stay fit, but you must remember not to make yourself overstressed with it. In addition to regular exercise, healthy low calorie diet and plenty of water in addition to sufficient rest can only make the difference.
Dr John Anne is an herbal specialist with years of experience and extensive research on herbs and alternative health. If you are looking for more information, read about Weight Loss Exercises and Green Tea for Weight Loss. AyurvedicCure.com is the World's Largest Alternative Health Portal. Also Read about Weight Management in Pets
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Do It At Home With Home Body Detox
Submitted By: John Khu
nhealthy eating habits, the pollution in the environment inevitably leads to the accumulation of toxins in the human body, and if these toxins are not cleansed out once in a while. The process of ridding your body of these poisonous substances is known as detoxification. Instead of opting for body detoxes and clinics and spas it is often more economical to get a home body detox, that is getting your body detoxified at home. A home body detox has several advantages vis a vis a professional detox at a spa. First, a home body detox is much cheaper compared to a detox at a spa, which may often cost up to many thousands of dollars. Secondly, in terms of quality or effectiveness it is not really less in terms of effectiveness than a detox at a spa, plus, a home body detox allows you to get your body cleansed and minus the discipline you are forced to follow at a spa or a clinic. So you can enjoy a freer and relaxed session of detox at home.
Ideally, you should be getting rid of your toxins twice a year; otherwise your ph levels might shoot up due to excessive toxin accumulation. This may lead to mental and physical exhaustion, and ultimately to graver problems and illnesses. Regular detoxification will help avoid serious problems and keep you feeling better, both mentally and physically.
Thus lack of exercise, bad diet, consumption of coffee, alcohol, too much salt, sugar etc clogs your intestine with harmful toxins which if not flushed out in time ruins your immunity and exposes you to other diseases. Herein lies the importance of home body detox methods.
The home body detox methods are essentially simple and hassle free. They do not involve convoluted clinical procedures and are easy to execute within the confines of your house. The following are the various methods of home body detoxification:
Home Body Detox Method#1: Colon Detox: this entails a cleansing of your stomach; you simply need to consume healthier food to get a colon detox. Have more fresh fruits and veggies and try to avoid meat or other toxic foods.
Home Body Detox Method#2: Coffee Enemas: coffee enemas are another variety of home body detoxes you can avail, but this is a lengthy procedure, and may take three to six months.
Home Body Detox Method#3 Liver Detox: a liver detox involves a very high intake of healthy liquids and green vegetables. On top of this you may also need homeopathic detoxosode drops.
Home Body Detox Method#4 Kidney Detox: in this last type of homebody detox you have to drink unsweetened cranberry concentrate, keeping the consumption of the healthy foods mentioned earlier, constant.
So home body detoxes are the simplest, cheapest and safest way to keep our body toxin free at all points and thus avoid major diseases. They have almost no side effects, and the various home body detox methods keeps you vigorous and fit by cleaning your various vital internal organs like the liver, kidneys, blood and lymph systems. Often, these detoxes are supplemented by vitamins and special diets.
About the Author:
John Khu is a health enthusiast and author of a new eBook titled "Body Detox Tips". He is devoted to educate others on the benefit of body detoxification. He is also the owner of the website called http://www.bodydetoxtips.com which provides complete and up-to-date information.
Article Tags: body, detox, home
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nhealthy eating habits, the pollution in the environment inevitably leads to the accumulation of toxins in the human body, and if these toxins are not cleansed out once in a while. The process of ridding your body of these poisonous substances is known as detoxification. Instead of opting for body detoxes and clinics and spas it is often more economical to get a home body detox, that is getting your body detoxified at home. A home body detox has several advantages vis a vis a professional detox at a spa. First, a home body detox is much cheaper compared to a detox at a spa, which may often cost up to many thousands of dollars. Secondly, in terms of quality or effectiveness it is not really less in terms of effectiveness than a detox at a spa, plus, a home body detox allows you to get your body cleansed and minus the discipline you are forced to follow at a spa or a clinic. So you can enjoy a freer and relaxed session of detox at home.
Ideally, you should be getting rid of your toxins twice a year; otherwise your ph levels might shoot up due to excessive toxin accumulation. This may lead to mental and physical exhaustion, and ultimately to graver problems and illnesses. Regular detoxification will help avoid serious problems and keep you feeling better, both mentally and physically.
Thus lack of exercise, bad diet, consumption of coffee, alcohol, too much salt, sugar etc clogs your intestine with harmful toxins which if not flushed out in time ruins your immunity and exposes you to other diseases. Herein lies the importance of home body detox methods.
The home body detox methods are essentially simple and hassle free. They do not involve convoluted clinical procedures and are easy to execute within the confines of your house. The following are the various methods of home body detoxification:
Home Body Detox Method#1: Colon Detox: this entails a cleansing of your stomach; you simply need to consume healthier food to get a colon detox. Have more fresh fruits and veggies and try to avoid meat or other toxic foods.
Home Body Detox Method#2: Coffee Enemas: coffee enemas are another variety of home body detoxes you can avail, but this is a lengthy procedure, and may take three to six months.
Home Body Detox Method#3 Liver Detox: a liver detox involves a very high intake of healthy liquids and green vegetables. On top of this you may also need homeopathic detoxosode drops.
Home Body Detox Method#4 Kidney Detox: in this last type of homebody detox you have to drink unsweetened cranberry concentrate, keeping the consumption of the healthy foods mentioned earlier, constant.
So home body detoxes are the simplest, cheapest and safest way to keep our body toxin free at all points and thus avoid major diseases. They have almost no side effects, and the various home body detox methods keeps you vigorous and fit by cleaning your various vital internal organs like the liver, kidneys, blood and lymph systems. Often, these detoxes are supplemented by vitamins and special diets.
About the Author:
John Khu is a health enthusiast and author of a new eBook titled "Body Detox Tips". He is devoted to educate others on the benefit of body detoxification. He is also the owner of the website called http://www.bodydetoxtips.com which provides complete and up-to-date information.
Article Tags: body, detox, home
Read more articles by: John Khu Article Source: www.iSnare.com Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=234306&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet Article published on March 17, 2008 at iSnare.com
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Weight Loss Plan
By Katrin Rogers
voluptuous, round women and sweaty, husky men stood in rows, shoulder to shoulder, jammed into what was normally considered the "aerobics" room. The only exit was a small glass door in the back corner so anyone who dared to enter was stuck in a crowded room to jump-start their new years resolutions. Sweat poured as my mother shouted commands at the crowd of the throng of men and women in colorful spandex.
That is a mental picture of what I remember from the late 1980s when my mother was an aerobics instructor. I was left to fend for myself in the children's room and watch Nickelodeon while she would teach the sweating masses how to use a step bench. The classes held right after New Years Eve were not only the most crowded, they were also the most entertaining. I watched in amazement in the 1980s and I am still amazed to this day what people will do to lose weight. What is more shocking is how people who want to lose weight will allow their dreams and resolutions burn out quicker than a cherry bomb on New Years Eve. Days would pass and the classes would dwindle down with only the regulars left over, still maintaining their already svelte physiques and a few men occasionally joining in for a 15-minute abdominal work-out.
No one should let their resolutions die like those huffing and puffing patrons in the back of the aerobics room in the 80s. With all the diet and exercise hype surrounding us as we approach 2008, is it logical to assume that losing weight shouldn't be so complicated? Diet and exercise plans can be impractical and overwhelming, causing people to lose faith and motivation. Houston Weight Loss Centers have finally come to the rescue in Houston, Texas with answers and solutions for a variety of people who want to lose weight and look great in 2008! With its popularity increasing at a rapid rate on the Internet and by word of mouth, many people are flocking to see what Houston Weight Loss Centers have to offer.
Houston Weight Loss Centers have an easy start up plan for $99 in 2008! This includes a consultation, blood work, body composition analysis, appetite suppressant prescription and free Lipo B injection! Of course that's not all, Houston Weight Loss Centers have experienced staff to help and support you on your journey to losing pounds and keeping them off.
Maybe the crowded aerobics room is a familiar picture for you, something you have seen one too many times every year you try to start a new weight loss program. There is a possibility that the crowded aerobics room is only another weight loss clinic that makes cattle calls for it's new patients waiting in line, only leaving them feeling drained and frustrated. It is time to put the visions of colorful spandex and round bodies to rest. Be the healthy, fit person you are on the inside and let Houston Weight Loss Centers show you how to be healthy and fit on the outside. Happy New Year!
voluptuous, round women and sweaty, husky men stood in rows, shoulder to shoulder, jammed into what was normally considered the "aerobics" room. The only exit was a small glass door in the back corner so anyone who dared to enter was stuck in a crowded room to jump-start their new years resolutions. Sweat poured as my mother shouted commands at the crowd of the throng of men and women in colorful spandex.
That is a mental picture of what I remember from the late 1980s when my mother was an aerobics instructor. I was left to fend for myself in the children's room and watch Nickelodeon while she would teach the sweating masses how to use a step bench. The classes held right after New Years Eve were not only the most crowded, they were also the most entertaining. I watched in amazement in the 1980s and I am still amazed to this day what people will do to lose weight. What is more shocking is how people who want to lose weight will allow their dreams and resolutions burn out quicker than a cherry bomb on New Years Eve. Days would pass and the classes would dwindle down with only the regulars left over, still maintaining their already svelte physiques and a few men occasionally joining in for a 15-minute abdominal work-out.
No one should let their resolutions die like those huffing and puffing patrons in the back of the aerobics room in the 80s. With all the diet and exercise hype surrounding us as we approach 2008, is it logical to assume that losing weight shouldn't be so complicated? Diet and exercise plans can be impractical and overwhelming, causing people to lose faith and motivation. Houston Weight Loss Centers have finally come to the rescue in Houston, Texas with answers and solutions for a variety of people who want to lose weight and look great in 2008! With its popularity increasing at a rapid rate on the Internet and by word of mouth, many people are flocking to see what Houston Weight Loss Centers have to offer.
Houston Weight Loss Centers have an easy start up plan for $99 in 2008! This includes a consultation, blood work, body composition analysis, appetite suppressant prescription and free Lipo B injection! Of course that's not all, Houston Weight Loss Centers have experienced staff to help and support you on your journey to losing pounds and keeping them off.
Maybe the crowded aerobics room is a familiar picture for you, something you have seen one too many times every year you try to start a new weight loss program. There is a possibility that the crowded aerobics room is only another weight loss clinic that makes cattle calls for it's new patients waiting in line, only leaving them feeling drained and frustrated. It is time to put the visions of colorful spandex and round bodies to rest. Be the healthy, fit person you are on the inside and let Houston Weight Loss Centers show you how to be healthy and fit on the outside. Happy New Year!
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Want to Lose Weight? Try the Popular Heart Healthy South Beach Diet!
By Muna Wa Wanjiru
The South Beach Diet is very popular with people who want to lose weight, but not have to count carbohydrates, fat grams, and every thing else! This diet is a great alternative to these sometimes unhealthy means of losing weight. The South Beach Diet allows you to eat in a healthy way and not completely cut out all your favorite food items, which in the long run makes it almost impossible to stick to, again leaving you frustrated with your attempt to lose weight.
The South Beach Diet works by changing the way you eat to include more healthy choices that will make you feel good and increase your energy levels. This diet focuses on good carbohydrates and fats, so you don’t crave all those bad carbohydrates and fats, which work against you in attaining your diet goals and leave you hungry all the time.
The South Beach Diet is divided into three phases. The first is designed to help you change your diet to one that is filled with eating healthy lean types of meat, such as beef, lamb, pork, veal, chicken, fish, and seafood. All meat should be broiled or baked, not fried, and should not be coated with breading or crumbs; this adds extra carbohydrates and calories that you are trying to avoid. Plenty of vegetables, nuts, eggs, and low-fat or fat-free cheeses are also allowed so long as they are not coated with anything adding extra calories. Vegetables should be steamed and plain, no sauces or butter yet.
phase one of the South Beach Diet is the most limited, and does not allow you to have breads or baked goods of any kind, rice, pastas, potatoes, fruit, candy, ice cream, sugar, or alcohol. You can have sugar-free treats, but they should be limited to seventy-five calories per day. I know what you’re thinking, don’t get discouraged. This part of the diet only lasts the first two weeks, and is designed to get your body used to only having good carbohydrates to jump start your weight loss and eradicate your cravings.
In phase two, you will slowly add back in sweet potatoes, wild or brown rice, whole grain breads and cereals, fresh fruits, and red or white wines. You should avoid such vegetables as carrots, beets, white potatoes, and corn because of their high sugar content, and also fruits like bananas, pineapples, raisins, and watermelon. Some other foods that will slow down your weight loss efforts include cookies, cakes, sweet rolls, and ice cream. These should be kept to a bare minimum if you have them at all.
You need to stick to phase two until you reach your goal weight, then you will begin phase three or the maintenance phase. This is where you continue to practice the good eating habits you have learned and maintain your weight. The South Beach Diet is heart healthy and is designed to teach dieters how to lose weight effectively and keep it off for their lifetime. No more yo-yo dieting! Muna wa Wanjiru is a Web Administrator and has been researching and reporting on Internet Marketing for years. For more information on South Beach Diet, visit his site at South Beach Diet
The South Beach Diet is very popular with people who want to lose weight, but not have to count carbohydrates, fat grams, and every thing else! This diet is a great alternative to these sometimes unhealthy means of losing weight. The South Beach Diet allows you to eat in a healthy way and not completely cut out all your favorite food items, which in the long run makes it almost impossible to stick to, again leaving you frustrated with your attempt to lose weight.
The South Beach Diet works by changing the way you eat to include more healthy choices that will make you feel good and increase your energy levels. This diet focuses on good carbohydrates and fats, so you don’t crave all those bad carbohydrates and fats, which work against you in attaining your diet goals and leave you hungry all the time.
The South Beach Diet is divided into three phases. The first is designed to help you change your diet to one that is filled with eating healthy lean types of meat, such as beef, lamb, pork, veal, chicken, fish, and seafood. All meat should be broiled or baked, not fried, and should not be coated with breading or crumbs; this adds extra carbohydrates and calories that you are trying to avoid. Plenty of vegetables, nuts, eggs, and low-fat or fat-free cheeses are also allowed so long as they are not coated with anything adding extra calories. Vegetables should be steamed and plain, no sauces or butter yet.
phase one of the South Beach Diet is the most limited, and does not allow you to have breads or baked goods of any kind, rice, pastas, potatoes, fruit, candy, ice cream, sugar, or alcohol. You can have sugar-free treats, but they should be limited to seventy-five calories per day. I know what you’re thinking, don’t get discouraged. This part of the diet only lasts the first two weeks, and is designed to get your body used to only having good carbohydrates to jump start your weight loss and eradicate your cravings.
In phase two, you will slowly add back in sweet potatoes, wild or brown rice, whole grain breads and cereals, fresh fruits, and red or white wines. You should avoid such vegetables as carrots, beets, white potatoes, and corn because of their high sugar content, and also fruits like bananas, pineapples, raisins, and watermelon. Some other foods that will slow down your weight loss efforts include cookies, cakes, sweet rolls, and ice cream. These should be kept to a bare minimum if you have them at all.
You need to stick to phase two until you reach your goal weight, then you will begin phase three or the maintenance phase. This is where you continue to practice the good eating habits you have learned and maintain your weight. The South Beach Diet is heart healthy and is designed to teach dieters how to lose weight effectively and keep it off for their lifetime. No more yo-yo dieting! Muna wa Wanjiru is a Web Administrator and has been researching and reporting on Internet Marketing for years. For more information on South Beach Diet, visit his site at South Beach Diet
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Beautiful Skin For Everyone To Show Off
Submitted By: Margo Tuazon
ossibly, there are millions of people all over the world who will do anything just to have a blemish-free and smooth skin. Practically everyone is dreaming of a flawless and porcelain-like complexion. In this era, people are more judgmental and tend to take notice first on one’s physical appearance. Being the most visible organ, it is easy to spot any blotch on the skin. It may be painful and sad to assimilate that usually, a person’s worth is oftentimes equated to how he or she looks physically. Therefore, acne, blemishes or any skin discoloration can be awkward for somebody who has it.
How does a perfectly beautiful skin is attained? Remember that magic potions are not applicable when it comes to skin care. Neither is a genie around to help you. Most people acquire beautiful skin with the use of expensive skin products, pricey treatments and maintenance. While there are those who take comfort on make-ups to shield their skin imperfections. You can do well without any of these. In time, you will be most comfortable in your own skin, that is, if you do not feel like it yet. The following paragraphs will further convey some tips for you to follow.
What is the use of skin vitamins if they are just around and not in your hands to take? A fair and beautiful skin is indication of a good health. Summon the aid of these crucial vitamins to provide you with the proper supplements and nutrition vital to your skin’s health. Nutrient deficiency is one major health concern of the society at present. People are more into junk foods. It is about time you start to re-assess your diet and your health. Give yourself some time to look back on your diet. Are they nutritious? Are you eating what you are supposed to eat?
Know the necessary nutrients you should fill your body with. Vitamin A helps your body repairs any damaged cells and tissues and it also moisturizes your skin, delaying the aging process. This vitamin can be derived from food sources such as eggs, broccoli, milk, butter, cheese, fish oils, carrots, and spinach. Vitamin A supplements may also be incorporated in your diet but utmost caution is needed since this type of vitamin is fat-soluble. Any excess amount may be stored in the liver and this is highly dangerous. Overly high level of vitamin A is hazardous to your health.
Another vitamins, B and C are similarly essential to improving your skin condition and health. Vitamin B improves your skin tone and blood circulation. Cereals, brown bread, yogurt, yeast, wheat germ, and leafy vegetables supply this vitamin. Like the vitamin A, supplements can be taken in vitamin B form and any excess is not a problem since this is water-soluble and therefore, can just be easily flushed out from the body.
Vitamin C functions in maintaining the adequate collagen level. Collagen is a form of protein accountable for skin healing. This vitamin is responsible for the skin’s luster and glow, and keeps your skin firm and smooth. Citrus fruits are the best sources of vitamin C, together with blackcurrants, strawberries, cabbage, potatoes, broccoli, and sprouts. Like the other vitamins, supplements must also be taken to meet with what is required of you daily.
Water is essentially important in keeping that healthy glow on your skin. It aids in cleansing your body, as well as your skin, eliminating impurities. Aside from this, being stress-free enhances that alluring skin. You must avoid being stressed out as much as you can. Unwind if you feel the need to release some tensions and pressures. Stress has some way of deteriorating your skin’s natural softness and glimmer. It does nothing but leaves your skin looking dry, aged, and wrinkled. It is likewise best to protect your skin from the harsh elements of the environment like the sun, wind, pollution and other detrimental factors. You must do your best to shield yourself from all these in order for you to sport that beautiful skin everyone dream of having.
About the Author:
Margo Tuazon is a dermatologist and an expert author who writes for http://www.HealthContent.net. A site specialized in health information and tips. Visit http://www.HealthContent.net/Skin-Care to read more Skin Care articles.
Article Tags: health, skin, vitamin
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ossibly, there are millions of people all over the world who will do anything just to have a blemish-free and smooth skin. Practically everyone is dreaming of a flawless and porcelain-like complexion. In this era, people are more judgmental and tend to take notice first on one’s physical appearance. Being the most visible organ, it is easy to spot any blotch on the skin. It may be painful and sad to assimilate that usually, a person’s worth is oftentimes equated to how he or she looks physically. Therefore, acne, blemishes or any skin discoloration can be awkward for somebody who has it.
How does a perfectly beautiful skin is attained? Remember that magic potions are not applicable when it comes to skin care. Neither is a genie around to help you. Most people acquire beautiful skin with the use of expensive skin products, pricey treatments and maintenance. While there are those who take comfort on make-ups to shield their skin imperfections. You can do well without any of these. In time, you will be most comfortable in your own skin, that is, if you do not feel like it yet. The following paragraphs will further convey some tips for you to follow.
What is the use of skin vitamins if they are just around and not in your hands to take? A fair and beautiful skin is indication of a good health. Summon the aid of these crucial vitamins to provide you with the proper supplements and nutrition vital to your skin’s health. Nutrient deficiency is one major health concern of the society at present. People are more into junk foods. It is about time you start to re-assess your diet and your health. Give yourself some time to look back on your diet. Are they nutritious? Are you eating what you are supposed to eat?
Know the necessary nutrients you should fill your body with. Vitamin A helps your body repairs any damaged cells and tissues and it also moisturizes your skin, delaying the aging process. This vitamin can be derived from food sources such as eggs, broccoli, milk, butter, cheese, fish oils, carrots, and spinach. Vitamin A supplements may also be incorporated in your diet but utmost caution is needed since this type of vitamin is fat-soluble. Any excess amount may be stored in the liver and this is highly dangerous. Overly high level of vitamin A is hazardous to your health.
Another vitamins, B and C are similarly essential to improving your skin condition and health. Vitamin B improves your skin tone and blood circulation. Cereals, brown bread, yogurt, yeast, wheat germ, and leafy vegetables supply this vitamin. Like the vitamin A, supplements can be taken in vitamin B form and any excess is not a problem since this is water-soluble and therefore, can just be easily flushed out from the body.
Vitamin C functions in maintaining the adequate collagen level. Collagen is a form of protein accountable for skin healing. This vitamin is responsible for the skin’s luster and glow, and keeps your skin firm and smooth. Citrus fruits are the best sources of vitamin C, together with blackcurrants, strawberries, cabbage, potatoes, broccoli, and sprouts. Like the other vitamins, supplements must also be taken to meet with what is required of you daily.
Water is essentially important in keeping that healthy glow on your skin. It aids in cleansing your body, as well as your skin, eliminating impurities. Aside from this, being stress-free enhances that alluring skin. You must avoid being stressed out as much as you can. Unwind if you feel the need to release some tensions and pressures. Stress has some way of deteriorating your skin’s natural softness and glimmer. It does nothing but leaves your skin looking dry, aged, and wrinkled. It is likewise best to protect your skin from the harsh elements of the environment like the sun, wind, pollution and other detrimental factors. You must do your best to shield yourself from all these in order for you to sport that beautiful skin everyone dream of having.
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Margo Tuazon is a dermatologist and an expert author who writes for http://www.HealthContent.net. A site specialized in health information and tips. Visit http://www.HealthContent.net/Skin-Care to read more Skin Care articles.
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Lose 10 Pounds In A Week
Submitted By: A.J. Lisandro
Do you have a reunion to attend in a few weeks or even a week? Are you gearing up for spring break or summer and want to shed some weight before you hit the beach or the pool? Want to lose 10 pounds in a week? What ever your reason is I am here to tell you that it is possible and the great thing is you will not have to starve yourself.
The plain and simple fact of the matter is, if you plan on losing weight then you just need to burn more calories than you take in. However, there are other little tips and tricks that I have that will help you burn more fat off and hopefully help you to drop off that excess weight so you can fit into that bathing suit, dress or for the guys – those new slacks.
The first thing that you should start doing is drinking more water. You will notice a huge difference if the majority of fluids you drink is soda or coffee. Your body is very smart, so if you are not drinking a lot of water it will retain water, hence that bloated feeling you get and that extra layer of water weight around your waistline. Get ample water and make sure you are not carrying that excess water weight with you. Keeping hydrated is also a key factor if you intend on exercising to lose weight.
Eat smaller more frequent meals to shoot your metabolism through the roof. Much like your body retaining water if it is not getting enough of it, your body’s metabolism will go into conservation mode if you are only eating a few large meals a day. Are you always rushing out of the house in the morning and skipping breakfast? Are you only eating a large lunch and dinner? If you are, my guess is you have trouble losing weight. The reason is because your body slows your metabolism down because it knows you are only eating twice a day. Eating five to six smaller meals a day will have the exact opposite effect and will have you burning fat faster.
Pump up your cardio work. How do you do this? By making small changes in your daily routine. Take the stairs instead of the elevator, park in a stall further away and get the extra walking in, go for a walk on your lunch break. Also, get some time in the morning or afternoon for 20-30 minutes of cardio work. Whether that be walking, jogging, running or biking, make sure to get yourself going and burning extra calories. Working out in the morning on an empty stomach also has a great effect, as it burns fat faster.
Following these three tips will give you the best chance at losing weight as quickly as possible. If you want to lose 10 pounds in a week, just be smart about it and do not sacrifice your health by going on a crash diet or popping fat burners for the sake of vanity. Take the right steps and you will be slipping into that new dress or slacks in no time!
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Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=234026&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet Article published on March 15, 2008 at iSnare.com
Do you have a reunion to attend in a few weeks or even a week? Are you gearing up for spring break or summer and want to shed some weight before you hit the beach or the pool? Want to lose 10 pounds in a week? What ever your reason is I am here to tell you that it is possible and the great thing is you will not have to starve yourself.
The plain and simple fact of the matter is, if you plan on losing weight then you just need to burn more calories than you take in. However, there are other little tips and tricks that I have that will help you burn more fat off and hopefully help you to drop off that excess weight so you can fit into that bathing suit, dress or for the guys – those new slacks.
The first thing that you should start doing is drinking more water. You will notice a huge difference if the majority of fluids you drink is soda or coffee. Your body is very smart, so if you are not drinking a lot of water it will retain water, hence that bloated feeling you get and that extra layer of water weight around your waistline. Get ample water and make sure you are not carrying that excess water weight with you. Keeping hydrated is also a key factor if you intend on exercising to lose weight.
Eat smaller more frequent meals to shoot your metabolism through the roof. Much like your body retaining water if it is not getting enough of it, your body’s metabolism will go into conservation mode if you are only eating a few large meals a day. Are you always rushing out of the house in the morning and skipping breakfast? Are you only eating a large lunch and dinner? If you are, my guess is you have trouble losing weight. The reason is because your body slows your metabolism down because it knows you are only eating twice a day. Eating five to six smaller meals a day will have the exact opposite effect and will have you burning fat faster.
Pump up your cardio work. How do you do this? By making small changes in your daily routine. Take the stairs instead of the elevator, park in a stall further away and get the extra walking in, go for a walk on your lunch break. Also, get some time in the morning or afternoon for 20-30 minutes of cardio work. Whether that be walking, jogging, running or biking, make sure to get yourself going and burning extra calories. Working out in the morning on an empty stomach also has a great effect, as it burns fat faster.
Following these three tips will give you the best chance at losing weight as quickly as possible. If you want to lose 10 pounds in a week, just be smart about it and do not sacrifice your health by going on a crash diet or popping fat burners for the sake of vanity. Take the right steps and you will be slipping into that new dress or slacks in no time!
About the Author:
Need a proven plan to help you burn fat? Click here for more free information.
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Vitamins For Hair Loss – What Honestly Works?
Submitted By: Kim Grace
Hair loss is a horrible epidemic that faces both men and women every year. It’s a problem that comes with aging that both men and women fear ever facing. In this article I will go over various ways you can keep your hair on your head longer. There are many vitamins that work very well in keeping your hair feeling strong and healthy. Always consult with a doctor or health professional before making any changes to your health.
Hair is not an essential to live a healthy life, although it can provide a lot of anxiety and stress when an individual observes hair loss, thinning, or changing.
The average growth rate of hair is 1.2cm per month. Hair is known to grow fastest in women between 15 and 30 years of age. Let’s go over some home remedies to keep your hair on your head:
• Rubbing of the scalp as treatment for hair loss is known to be one of the most effective home remedies for the treatment and prevention of hair loss. Vigorously rub your scalp with your fingers after washing your hair with cold water. The scalp should continued to be rubbed until it starts to tingle with a heat sensation.
• Hair loss home remedy treatment by using Amla Oil has shown to be extremely effective in enriching the growth of hair. The Amla Oil can be prepared by boiling dry pieces of amla in coconut oil. Be sure to mix an equal quantity of fresh amla juice and lime juice to be used as a shampoo.
• Hair loss home remedy treatment by using Alfalfa has shown to be effective in combination of equal quantities of lettuce and carrot juice. The combination of these juices is very rich in elements that known to be especially useful for the growth of hair.
• Hair loss home remedy treatment by using Onion has shown to be very beneficial in preventing baldness. The affected part of the head should be rubbed morning and evening until it shows red. Rub the affected part with honey afterwards.
• Hair loss home remedy treatment by using Liquorice has shown to be an effective remedy for patchy baldness. Apply the paste over the bald parts of the head before going to sleep at night.Follow the above home remedies along with the tips below to help prevent hair loss:
1. Healthy and balanced food intake – Keeping your hair on your head depends a lot on the type of food you intake on a daily basis. People that have a known tendency to lose their hair should be sure to have a healthy and correct diet which is made up of wholesome foods. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, vitamins, and grains.
2. Cleaning your hair – Proper cleaning of your hair is key to keeping your hair healthy. Rub your scalp with a clean towel immediately after washing.
Hair is a physical feature that no man or woman wants to lose. Try a remedy from home today and figure out what will work for you!
About the Author:
Kim Grace has a long family history of doctors, herbalists, and acupuncturists that date back for more than half of a century. She has created a comprehensive guide of the most effective and natural treatments exposing vitamins for hair loss and hair loss treatment
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Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=232984&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet Article published on March 13, 2008 at iSnare.com
Hair loss is a horrible epidemic that faces both men and women every year. It’s a problem that comes with aging that both men and women fear ever facing. In this article I will go over various ways you can keep your hair on your head longer. There are many vitamins that work very well in keeping your hair feeling strong and healthy. Always consult with a doctor or health professional before making any changes to your health.
Hair is not an essential to live a healthy life, although it can provide a lot of anxiety and stress when an individual observes hair loss, thinning, or changing.
The average growth rate of hair is 1.2cm per month. Hair is known to grow fastest in women between 15 and 30 years of age. Let’s go over some home remedies to keep your hair on your head:
• Rubbing of the scalp as treatment for hair loss is known to be one of the most effective home remedies for the treatment and prevention of hair loss. Vigorously rub your scalp with your fingers after washing your hair with cold water. The scalp should continued to be rubbed until it starts to tingle with a heat sensation.
• Hair loss home remedy treatment by using Amla Oil has shown to be extremely effective in enriching the growth of hair. The Amla Oil can be prepared by boiling dry pieces of amla in coconut oil. Be sure to mix an equal quantity of fresh amla juice and lime juice to be used as a shampoo.
• Hair loss home remedy treatment by using Alfalfa has shown to be effective in combination of equal quantities of lettuce and carrot juice. The combination of these juices is very rich in elements that known to be especially useful for the growth of hair.
• Hair loss home remedy treatment by using Onion has shown to be very beneficial in preventing baldness. The affected part of the head should be rubbed morning and evening until it shows red. Rub the affected part with honey afterwards.
• Hair loss home remedy treatment by using Liquorice has shown to be an effective remedy for patchy baldness. Apply the paste over the bald parts of the head before going to sleep at night.Follow the above home remedies along with the tips below to help prevent hair loss:
1. Healthy and balanced food intake – Keeping your hair on your head depends a lot on the type of food you intake on a daily basis. People that have a known tendency to lose their hair should be sure to have a healthy and correct diet which is made up of wholesome foods. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, vitamins, and grains.
2. Cleaning your hair – Proper cleaning of your hair is key to keeping your hair healthy. Rub your scalp with a clean towel immediately after washing.
Hair is a physical feature that no man or woman wants to lose. Try a remedy from home today and figure out what will work for you!
About the Author:
Kim Grace has a long family history of doctors, herbalists, and acupuncturists that date back for more than half of a century. She has created a comprehensive guide of the most effective and natural treatments exposing vitamins for hair loss and hair loss treatment
Article Tags: hair, loss, treatment
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Cabbage Soup Diet: 7 Days Cabbage Soup Weight Loss Recipe
Submitted By: Darren T
Losing weight and getting rid off that “excess baggage” can be really tough. More often than not, when you start dieting, you would want to get quick results and you can exactly get that with the Cabbage Soup Diet.
This Diet is highly recommended by Dieticians in order to get a head start on your weight loss. The quick results provided by this diet will undoubtedly motivate even the most seasoned of dieters. The cabbage soup weight loss recipe is part of a low-calorie, low-fat, high-fiber diet that you will eat for 7 days. Some people who have tried this method claimed that they lost up to 10 pounds of weight within just one week. Below are the basic steps that you need to take when you decide to follow the program. It will last for seven days and the instructions need to be followed precisely.
First Day – The Initial Step
Fruit is the Objective of the first day. Eat your cabbage soup with all the fruits that you want, except for bananas. Cranberry juice, unsweetened teas, or water are the only drinks that can be taken.
2nd Day
Make Vegetables a big part of Day Two. You can eat any kind of cooked or raw vegetable as much as you like along with your soup. Try to pile up on leafy dark vegetables while avoiding those dry peas, beans and corn. During supper, a large potato that has been baled in the oven and lightly touched with butter may be consumed. Refrain from fruits on this day.
3rd Day
Mix One and Two. Incorporate the essentials found in the 1st and 2nd day, dropping the baled potato. Eat as much fruits and vegetables that you want to on this day together with you cabbage soup.
4th Day
Skimmed Milk and Bananas: You may have to endure eating a lot of bananas on this day. Consume up to eight bananas and take as much skimmed milk as you can, eating it together with your soup.
5th Day
Tomatoes and a little bit of Beef: Start including six fresh potatoes and between ten and twenty ounces of beef with your cabbage soup. It is recommended that you consume between a minimum of 6 glasses of water, more if you can. This will aid in removing the Uric Acid that has accumulated in your body. Take your soup at least once on this 5th day. If you don’t like beef, baked chicken may be eaten instead. However, remember not to consume the skin on your chicken only the white meat.
6th Day
All the Beef You Can Eat plus Vegetables: Together with your soup, you can eat as much beef and vegetables as you like on the 6th day of the Cabbage Soup Diet. You can consume up to 2 or 3 steaks if you want together with your leafy dark green vegetables.
7th Day
Eat brown rice with your vegetables and cabbage soup while drinking unsweetened and fresh fruit juices.
It may sound easy now, but hold your judgment until you try the diet yourself. A lot of dieters find the cabbage soup harder to follow, yet despite the difficulty, the results are incredible.
Keep in mind that the cabbage soup diet is supposed to last only 1 week. This diet is considered not to have the adequate amount of complex carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and protein to sustain a person in a normal state of health. The normal diet should be reinstated for at least another two or three weeks before resuming thecabbage soup diet again.
About the Author:
Author is the webmaster of The Cabbage Soup Diet. You might be interested in Cruciferous Cabbage Can Kill Cancer Cells and Cooking the Cabbage Properly.
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Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=232553&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet Article published on March 12, 2008 at iSnare.com
Losing weight and getting rid off that “excess baggage” can be really tough. More often than not, when you start dieting, you would want to get quick results and you can exactly get that with the Cabbage Soup Diet.
This Diet is highly recommended by Dieticians in order to get a head start on your weight loss. The quick results provided by this diet will undoubtedly motivate even the most seasoned of dieters. The cabbage soup weight loss recipe is part of a low-calorie, low-fat, high-fiber diet that you will eat for 7 days. Some people who have tried this method claimed that they lost up to 10 pounds of weight within just one week. Below are the basic steps that you need to take when you decide to follow the program. It will last for seven days and the instructions need to be followed precisely.
First Day – The Initial Step
Fruit is the Objective of the first day. Eat your cabbage soup with all the fruits that you want, except for bananas. Cranberry juice, unsweetened teas, or water are the only drinks that can be taken.
2nd Day
Make Vegetables a big part of Day Two. You can eat any kind of cooked or raw vegetable as much as you like along with your soup. Try to pile up on leafy dark vegetables while avoiding those dry peas, beans and corn. During supper, a large potato that has been baled in the oven and lightly touched with butter may be consumed. Refrain from fruits on this day.
3rd Day
Mix One and Two. Incorporate the essentials found in the 1st and 2nd day, dropping the baled potato. Eat as much fruits and vegetables that you want to on this day together with you cabbage soup.
4th Day
Skimmed Milk and Bananas: You may have to endure eating a lot of bananas on this day. Consume up to eight bananas and take as much skimmed milk as you can, eating it together with your soup.
5th Day
Tomatoes and a little bit of Beef: Start including six fresh potatoes and between ten and twenty ounces of beef with your cabbage soup. It is recommended that you consume between a minimum of 6 glasses of water, more if you can. This will aid in removing the Uric Acid that has accumulated in your body. Take your soup at least once on this 5th day. If you don’t like beef, baked chicken may be eaten instead. However, remember not to consume the skin on your chicken only the white meat.
6th Day
All the Beef You Can Eat plus Vegetables: Together with your soup, you can eat as much beef and vegetables as you like on the 6th day of the Cabbage Soup Diet. You can consume up to 2 or 3 steaks if you want together with your leafy dark green vegetables.
7th Day
Eat brown rice with your vegetables and cabbage soup while drinking unsweetened and fresh fruit juices.
It may sound easy now, but hold your judgment until you try the diet yourself. A lot of dieters find the cabbage soup harder to follow, yet despite the difficulty, the results are incredible.
Keep in mind that the cabbage soup diet is supposed to last only 1 week. This diet is considered not to have the adequate amount of complex carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and protein to sustain a person in a normal state of health. The normal diet should be reinstated for at least another two or three weeks before resuming thecabbage soup diet again.
About the Author:
Author is the webmaster of The Cabbage Soup Diet. You might be interested in Cruciferous Cabbage Can Kill Cancer Cells and Cooking the Cabbage Properly.
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Lose 5 Pounds Fast On Fad Diets
Submitted By: Dee Power
You've probably heard of the cabbage soup diet, or the ice cream diet, or even the raw foods diet, and wondered do they work? Can you lose weight by sticking to a fad diet even if at first you think it's silly? The answer is yes.
The most famous fad food diet is probably Dr. Atkins' low carb high protein diet. Carbohydrates, such as sugar, flour, most fruits, and quite a few vegetables are eliminated from the diet and replaced with protein, such as meat, cheese and eggs. The diet is also high in fat since it's high in red meat. The diet does work and sparked an industry revolution. Even fast food restaurants were offering low carb "bunless" hamburgers. Dieters don't become hungry because blood sugar is kept at an even keel, protein takes a while to digest, and the fat means a feeling of fullness. The challenge with any low carb diet is the restriction of many foods. Menu options are limited.
Currently popular is the raw foods diet, which as you might imagine is vegan. As much raw vegetables, fruits, seeds, and nuts, can be consumed as you like. Nothing processed or cooked is allowed. Proponents of the raw foods diet say it's eating back to nature as humans were intended. The diet works because fats, other than through vegetables such as avocadoes, or seeds and nuts are virtually eliminated.
Pick up any woman's lifestyle magazine these days and you'll probably see another fad diet. There are several reasons fad diets work, even if only in the short term. When you become aware of what you're eating the tendency is to restrict the amount as well as the kinds of foods. The tomato and cheese diet might allow all the tomatoes and cheese you can eat, but eventually, one or two tomatoes are quite enough thank you.
There is some scientific support that certain fad diets do work. For the longest time the grapefruit diet was credited for weight loss only because calories were severely limited to less than 1000 per day. It turns out however, that there is a fat burning enzyme in grapefruit that helps you lose weight faster. Scripps Clinic of San Diego put 100 obese patients on three diets: One third of the patients had a grapefruit before every meal. One third drank a glass of grapefruit juice before every meal, and one group was instructed not to eat or drink grapefruit or grapefruit juice. The two groups that consumed either the grapefruit or the juice lost more weight than the third group.
Some diets rely heavily on fruits and vegetables which are up to 90% water. Eating 1000 calories worth of apples means you have to eat at least 10 medium apples. Eating 1000 calories worth of a McDonald's Big Mac means eating lunch. The fiber in the fruits in vegetables are filling, bulky and take quite a bit of time to digest.
One interesting website that gives a personal review of the top fad diets is http://www.free-fad-diets.com. The owner has tried just about every free fad diet and given them her personal ranking. She explains what the diet consists of, why it works, how long she stayed on the diet and how much weight she lost.
With any diet program, whether a free fad diet, or a traditional regime, check with your doctor before starting. A fad diet might be an interesting and relatively painless way to shed 5 pounds or so before a big event or swimsuit season.
About the Author:
Lots of fun information about fad diets, including the grape diet, ice cream diet and the red wine diet. Dee Power is the co-author of several nonfiction books including "The Publishing Primer: A Blueprint for an Author's Success," "58 Ways to Find Money for Your Business, " Inside Secrets to Venture Capital" and "Attracting Capital From Angels," Read Dee's blog
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Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=232398&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet Article published on March 11, 2008 at iSnare.com
You've probably heard of the cabbage soup diet, or the ice cream diet, or even the raw foods diet, and wondered do they work? Can you lose weight by sticking to a fad diet even if at first you think it's silly? The answer is yes.
The most famous fad food diet is probably Dr. Atkins' low carb high protein diet. Carbohydrates, such as sugar, flour, most fruits, and quite a few vegetables are eliminated from the diet and replaced with protein, such as meat, cheese and eggs. The diet is also high in fat since it's high in red meat. The diet does work and sparked an industry revolution. Even fast food restaurants were offering low carb "bunless" hamburgers. Dieters don't become hungry because blood sugar is kept at an even keel, protein takes a while to digest, and the fat means a feeling of fullness. The challenge with any low carb diet is the restriction of many foods. Menu options are limited.
Currently popular is the raw foods diet, which as you might imagine is vegan. As much raw vegetables, fruits, seeds, and nuts, can be consumed as you like. Nothing processed or cooked is allowed. Proponents of the raw foods diet say it's eating back to nature as humans were intended. The diet works because fats, other than through vegetables such as avocadoes, or seeds and nuts are virtually eliminated.
Pick up any woman's lifestyle magazine these days and you'll probably see another fad diet. There are several reasons fad diets work, even if only in the short term. When you become aware of what you're eating the tendency is to restrict the amount as well as the kinds of foods. The tomato and cheese diet might allow all the tomatoes and cheese you can eat, but eventually, one or two tomatoes are quite enough thank you.
There is some scientific support that certain fad diets do work. For the longest time the grapefruit diet was credited for weight loss only because calories were severely limited to less than 1000 per day. It turns out however, that there is a fat burning enzyme in grapefruit that helps you lose weight faster. Scripps Clinic of San Diego put 100 obese patients on three diets: One third of the patients had a grapefruit before every meal. One third drank a glass of grapefruit juice before every meal, and one group was instructed not to eat or drink grapefruit or grapefruit juice. The two groups that consumed either the grapefruit or the juice lost more weight than the third group.
Some diets rely heavily on fruits and vegetables which are up to 90% water. Eating 1000 calories worth of apples means you have to eat at least 10 medium apples. Eating 1000 calories worth of a McDonald's Big Mac means eating lunch. The fiber in the fruits in vegetables are filling, bulky and take quite a bit of time to digest.
One interesting website that gives a personal review of the top fad diets is http://www.free-fad-diets.com. The owner has tried just about every free fad diet and given them her personal ranking. She explains what the diet consists of, why it works, how long she stayed on the diet and how much weight she lost.
With any diet program, whether a free fad diet, or a traditional regime, check with your doctor before starting. A fad diet might be an interesting and relatively painless way to shed 5 pounds or so before a big event or swimsuit season.
About the Author:
Lots of fun information about fad diets, including the grape diet, ice cream diet and the red wine diet. Dee Power is the co-author of several nonfiction books including "The Publishing Primer: A Blueprint for an Author's Success," "58 Ways to Find Money for Your Business, " Inside Secrets to Venture Capital" and "Attracting Capital From Angels," Read Dee's blog
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Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=232398&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet Article published on March 11, 2008 at iSnare.com
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Anti-aging Vitamins - Fighting Free Radicals.
Submitted By: Joel Davis
Anti-oxidants are the protective force that fight against free radicals. Anti aging vitamins assist by increasing the intake of anti-oxidants.
Anti aging vitamins are necessary for fighting free radicals that cause oxidative stress and the aging process. A free radical is an unstable molecule which runs amok, puncturing cell membranes, destroying enzymes and weakening arteries. They do occur naturally but are also generated by UV radiation, environmental pollutants and food additives to name a few.
There are two methods of countering aging and degenerative diseases (both free radical based).
1. Limiting free radical exposure. (another topic)
2. Increasing the intake of anti-oxidants using anti-aging vitamins.
Although the key anti-oxidants overlap they all have special skills so a variety is required.
Note if you are taking any type of medication, seek medical advice before using anti ageing vitamins.
The six essential anti-aging vitamins are;
Vitamin C
- This powerhouse anti-oxidant is the workhorse of the detox system, invariably under-supplied, anti aging vitamin c lowers blood pressure, boosts the immune system, fights colds an flu, increases sperm production and is a great cancer fighter.
This water soluble blood specialist must be buffered (buffered vitamin C offers the same benefits of regular vitamin C and is ideal for those with sensitive stomachs. Buffered vitamin C contains small amounts of calcium, magnesium and potassium to help with digestion and provide the "buffering" effect) and should always contain bioflavonoids. (One of the main activities of bioflavonoids is to scavenge free radicals.
Vitamin E
- Vitamins supplements act as a powerful antioxidant by neutralizing free radicals in the body that cause tissue and cellular damage. Helps to prevent hardening of the blood arteries, maintains healthy formation of red blood cells, helps repair cell damage and skin repair.
Combine Vitamin E with Vitamin C to maintain healthy Circulatory System,
Vitamin A
- Also has antioxidant properties that neutralize free radicals in the body that cause tissue and cellular damage, also called retinol, helps keep your eyes, skin and mucous membranes moist. It also plays an important role in proper bone formation, reproduction and vision.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
- ALP is often called the master anti-oxidant as it recycles vitamins C+E. Helps control blood sugar and cholesterol, detox the liver and protect from cataracts.
CoEnzyme Q10
- Another key anti aging vitamin, Increases circulation, supports heart health. Millions of Japanese are prescribed this nutrient as a mainstay in the treatment of heart disease.
Grape seed Extract
- Derived from grape seed extract Grape seed contains powerful phytomedicines that provide multiple benefits to the body, including pain relief, anti-inflammatory action, and free radical protection. Moderate allergic and inflammatory responses, supports the immune system, slow aging and strengthen and repair connective tissue, including that of the cardiovascular system.A great anti aging product.
Supplementing anti aging vitamins alone is not the answer to optimum health. Building the habitof good nutrition means a balanced diet with plenty of whole grains, fruits, vegetables and protein. However many foods no longer contain the nutrients we need on a daily basis, anti-aging vitamins fills this shortfall
About the Author:
Joel Davis provides information on staying healthy and youthful with tips on anti aging, fitness, nutrition and anti aging supplements at http://www.aginghealthysite.com/
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Anti-oxidants are the protective force that fight against free radicals. Anti aging vitamins assist by increasing the intake of anti-oxidants.
Anti aging vitamins are necessary for fighting free radicals that cause oxidative stress and the aging process. A free radical is an unstable molecule which runs amok, puncturing cell membranes, destroying enzymes and weakening arteries. They do occur naturally but are also generated by UV radiation, environmental pollutants and food additives to name a few.
There are two methods of countering aging and degenerative diseases (both free radical based).
1. Limiting free radical exposure. (another topic)
2. Increasing the intake of anti-oxidants using anti-aging vitamins.
Although the key anti-oxidants overlap they all have special skills so a variety is required.
Note if you are taking any type of medication, seek medical advice before using anti ageing vitamins.
The six essential anti-aging vitamins are;
Vitamin C
- This powerhouse anti-oxidant is the workhorse of the detox system, invariably under-supplied, anti aging vitamin c lowers blood pressure, boosts the immune system, fights colds an flu, increases sperm production and is a great cancer fighter.
This water soluble blood specialist must be buffered (buffered vitamin C offers the same benefits of regular vitamin C and is ideal for those with sensitive stomachs. Buffered vitamin C contains small amounts of calcium, magnesium and potassium to help with digestion and provide the "buffering" effect) and should always contain bioflavonoids. (One of the main activities of bioflavonoids is to scavenge free radicals.
Vitamin E
- Vitamins supplements act as a powerful antioxidant by neutralizing free radicals in the body that cause tissue and cellular damage. Helps to prevent hardening of the blood arteries, maintains healthy formation of red blood cells, helps repair cell damage and skin repair.
Combine Vitamin E with Vitamin C to maintain healthy Circulatory System,
Vitamin A
- Also has antioxidant properties that neutralize free radicals in the body that cause tissue and cellular damage, also called retinol, helps keep your eyes, skin and mucous membranes moist. It also plays an important role in proper bone formation, reproduction and vision.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
- ALP is often called the master anti-oxidant as it recycles vitamins C+E. Helps control blood sugar and cholesterol, detox the liver and protect from cataracts.
CoEnzyme Q10
- Another key anti aging vitamin, Increases circulation, supports heart health. Millions of Japanese are prescribed this nutrient as a mainstay in the treatment of heart disease.
Grape seed Extract
- Derived from grape seed extract Grape seed contains powerful phytomedicines that provide multiple benefits to the body, including pain relief, anti-inflammatory action, and free radical protection. Moderate allergic and inflammatory responses, supports the immune system, slow aging and strengthen and repair connective tissue, including that of the cardiovascular system.A great anti aging product.
Supplementing anti aging vitamins alone is not the answer to optimum health. Building the habitof good nutrition means a balanced diet with plenty of whole grains, fruits, vegetables and protein. However many foods no longer contain the nutrients we need on a daily basis, anti-aging vitamins fills this shortfall
About the Author:
Joel Davis provides information on staying healthy and youthful with tips on anti aging, fitness, nutrition and anti aging supplements at http://www.aginghealthysite.com/
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Weight Training Tips To Tone Your Body, Build Muscle Quickly, And Melt Away Fat
Submitted By: Jerry Ryan
Weight training can be a fun and energizing way to maintain strength, lose weight, and keep a healthy, good-looking body. Listed below are a few tips on setting up a great muscle-building, fat-burning workout.
The 640+ muscles of the body are divided into upper body muscles and lower body muscles. The upper body has a greater number of muscles but they are smaller than those of the lower body. The largest muscles are contained in the lower body and subsequently, there are fewer of them.
To work each group properly for maximum results, we need to work them a little differently. Let me explain. An “exercise” is a series of movements that either pushes or pulls a weight through a range of motion. A “repetition” is one complete movement through that particular exercise. A “set” is a grouping of repetitions. So, each exercise is done in repetitions which are part of a set. You can work each of the muscle groups one at a time, doing one set per group, and rest for 30-60 seconds before repeating the routine. This series is called a “circuit.”
While all sets of exercise will be done in repetitions, the amount of repetitions and sets can change. For best results, each body part should be exercised 2-3 times a week but NEVER on consecutive days. The muscles require at least 24-48 hours of recovery time for optimal performance.
Upper body muscles need to be trained at 8-15 repetitions per set for a total of 2-3 sets. Lower body muscles are trained at 8-15 repetitions per set for a total of 3-4 sets. Circuits can be repeated 3-4 times. The lower body muscles are worked harder because they are larger and can adapt to a higher load more rapidly than the upper body muscles.
To set a good training weight load, men should do 75% of the absolute maximum that they can handle for 1-3 repetitions in each exercise. Women should only use a weight that is approximately 60% of her maximum.
It’s really hard to overtrain your abdominal muscles since you use them all day in twisting, turning, and other torso movements. So, your abdominal muscles can be worked 4-7 times per week. Studies have shown that using a variety of crunching exercises is the best workout for the abdominal muscles. Do the 10 Crunch Variations listed and you’ll have rock-hard abdominals. Do 1-2 sets of 10 repetitions for each of the 10 crunches and you’ll hit every abdominal muscle. Remember to focus on proper form and the intensity of the exercise instead of the number of repetitions or sets. You will definitely feel a "burn" in the abdominal muscles on each set. Keeping your arms crossed on your chest with your hands on the opposite shoulder, you should lift only your head and shoulders up off the floor. This technique will not cause the typical pain in your neck or back.
Stretching is extremely important, both before and after a workout. It avoids injury and helps release toxins caused by the stress of working out. So make sure that you stretch to keep from aching after a workout and you’ll increase the likelihood that you’ll be back for more.
Below is a list of the most common exercises used to tone and strengthen each muscle group. Start out slowly using 1-2 exercises each for the various muscles. As you progress, add more exercises for variety and challenge.
EXERCISES FOR THE UPPER BODY
Chest/Shoulders: Front deltoid raise, lateral deltoid raise, Bent rear deltoid raise, Dumbbell shrug, Upright row, Bench press, Flyes, Inclined press, Dumbbell pullover, Parallel dip, Cable crossover
Back: Chin-up, Lat Pull-down, Bent barbell row, Bent one-arm dumbbell rows, Seated cable row
Arms: Biceps curl, Preacher curl, Machine curl, Cable curl, Triceps dip, Triceps pressdown, French curl
EXERCISES FOR THE LOWER BODY
Legs/Buttocks: Squats, Lunges, Leg press, Leg extensions, Leg lifts, Leg curls, Calf raises
Abdominals: Abdominal crunches in all 10 variations, Abdominal flexor machine, Leg lifts, Leg scissors
10 CRUNCH VARIATIONS
1. Knees bent, feet flat on floor
2. Knees bent and out to sides in a frog-leg position, soles of feet flat together
3. Legs at 90o to body, knees bent, calves parallel to floor
4. Legs at 90o to body, knees bent and out to sides in a frog-leg position, soles of feet flat together
5. Legs at 90o to body, toes pointing to ceiling
6. Legs at 90o to body, toes pointing to ceiling with legs spread wide
7. Left leg straight and held 3” off ground, right leg bent to chest
8. Right leg straight and held 3” off ground, left leg bent to chest
9. Turn on left side, do side crunches
10. Turn on right side, do side crunches
About the Author:
Jerry Ryan, Ph.D. is a Natural Health Coach who teaches individuals and group classes on the scientifically documented benefits of natural health techniques. He is also an internationally published author and has been a guest speaker at such places as NIKE World Headquarters. http://www.jerryryandphd.com
Article Tags: body, leg, muscles
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Weight training can be a fun and energizing way to maintain strength, lose weight, and keep a healthy, good-looking body. Listed below are a few tips on setting up a great muscle-building, fat-burning workout.
The 640+ muscles of the body are divided into upper body muscles and lower body muscles. The upper body has a greater number of muscles but they are smaller than those of the lower body. The largest muscles are contained in the lower body and subsequently, there are fewer of them.
To work each group properly for maximum results, we need to work them a little differently. Let me explain. An “exercise” is a series of movements that either pushes or pulls a weight through a range of motion. A “repetition” is one complete movement through that particular exercise. A “set” is a grouping of repetitions. So, each exercise is done in repetitions which are part of a set. You can work each of the muscle groups one at a time, doing one set per group, and rest for 30-60 seconds before repeating the routine. This series is called a “circuit.”
While all sets of exercise will be done in repetitions, the amount of repetitions and sets can change. For best results, each body part should be exercised 2-3 times a week but NEVER on consecutive days. The muscles require at least 24-48 hours of recovery time for optimal performance.
Upper body muscles need to be trained at 8-15 repetitions per set for a total of 2-3 sets. Lower body muscles are trained at 8-15 repetitions per set for a total of 3-4 sets. Circuits can be repeated 3-4 times. The lower body muscles are worked harder because they are larger and can adapt to a higher load more rapidly than the upper body muscles.
To set a good training weight load, men should do 75% of the absolute maximum that they can handle for 1-3 repetitions in each exercise. Women should only use a weight that is approximately 60% of her maximum.
It’s really hard to overtrain your abdominal muscles since you use them all day in twisting, turning, and other torso movements. So, your abdominal muscles can be worked 4-7 times per week. Studies have shown that using a variety of crunching exercises is the best workout for the abdominal muscles. Do the 10 Crunch Variations listed and you’ll have rock-hard abdominals. Do 1-2 sets of 10 repetitions for each of the 10 crunches and you’ll hit every abdominal muscle. Remember to focus on proper form and the intensity of the exercise instead of the number of repetitions or sets. You will definitely feel a "burn" in the abdominal muscles on each set. Keeping your arms crossed on your chest with your hands on the opposite shoulder, you should lift only your head and shoulders up off the floor. This technique will not cause the typical pain in your neck or back.
Stretching is extremely important, both before and after a workout. It avoids injury and helps release toxins caused by the stress of working out. So make sure that you stretch to keep from aching after a workout and you’ll increase the likelihood that you’ll be back for more.
Below is a list of the most common exercises used to tone and strengthen each muscle group. Start out slowly using 1-2 exercises each for the various muscles. As you progress, add more exercises for variety and challenge.
EXERCISES FOR THE UPPER BODY
Chest/Shoulders: Front deltoid raise, lateral deltoid raise, Bent rear deltoid raise, Dumbbell shrug, Upright row, Bench press, Flyes, Inclined press, Dumbbell pullover, Parallel dip, Cable crossover
Back: Chin-up, Lat Pull-down, Bent barbell row, Bent one-arm dumbbell rows, Seated cable row
Arms: Biceps curl, Preacher curl, Machine curl, Cable curl, Triceps dip, Triceps pressdown, French curl
EXERCISES FOR THE LOWER BODY
Legs/Buttocks: Squats, Lunges, Leg press, Leg extensions, Leg lifts, Leg curls, Calf raises
Abdominals: Abdominal crunches in all 10 variations, Abdominal flexor machine, Leg lifts, Leg scissors
10 CRUNCH VARIATIONS
1. Knees bent, feet flat on floor
2. Knees bent and out to sides in a frog-leg position, soles of feet flat together
3. Legs at 90o to body, knees bent, calves parallel to floor
4. Legs at 90o to body, knees bent and out to sides in a frog-leg position, soles of feet flat together
5. Legs at 90o to body, toes pointing to ceiling
6. Legs at 90o to body, toes pointing to ceiling with legs spread wide
7. Left leg straight and held 3” off ground, right leg bent to chest
8. Right leg straight and held 3” off ground, left leg bent to chest
9. Turn on left side, do side crunches
10. Turn on right side, do side crunches
About the Author:
Jerry Ryan, Ph.D. is a Natural Health Coach who teaches individuals and group classes on the scientifically documented benefits of natural health techniques. He is also an internationally published author and has been a guest speaker at such places as NIKE World Headquarters. http://www.jerryryandphd.com
Article Tags: body, leg, muscles
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Living Healthy By Eating Nuts
Submitted By: Cole Carson
It wasn’t very long ago that nuts were feared. – They were considered a dieting disaster, with far too high a fat and calorie content to be anything but bad for you! Recently though, extensive studies have shown that the opposite is actually the case. – Nuts are incredible for the human body. Recently there have been many health discoveries showing that nuts are a wonderful protein source that are great for everyone, and should be added to our diets.
While it’s true that nuts are very fatty and have a highly concentrated calorie content with roughly 200 kilocalories per ounce, they aren’t nearly as fattening as they seem. A vast majority of the fat in nuts is either monounsaturated or polyunsaturated. These fats aren’t as detrimental to weight gain to others, and more importantly, they have the ability to lower LDL cholesterol. This is very important considering today’s push for cardiovascular-friendly foods, and as it turns out, nuts seem to have a very positive impact on the heart. Many studies have been done in recent years concerning nuts and their effect on the heart, and the general consensus is that a diet consisting of regular nut intake can lower your chance for heart disease by as much as 35%.
Nuts are plentiful sources of protein. Proteins are necessary for the body’s day-to-day function, and are also difficult to obtain in a vegetarian diet, because most plants only contain pieces of proteins. Nuts, however, are sources of complete proteins, making them a wonderful addition to vegetarian diet, but also ideal for a cardiovascular-minded diet. Unlike meats and other conventional producers of protein, nuts are actually beneficial for the heart instead of being damaging.
Nuts are terrific sources of energy. Protein is an important ingredient for energy, and when combined with the other minerals in nuts make them perfect for providing longer, more constant energy levels. In addition to proteins, nuts also happen to rich in the powerful antioxidants selenium and vitamin E. Anti-oxidants have recently been identified as having powerful anti-aging effects on the body due to their ability to block the damage caused by free-radicals, substances that contribute to early aging.
Research has indicated that while almost all nuts have similar benefits on the body, the ones regarded as the most beneficial are almonds, cashews and peanuts. These studies suggest that 1-2 ounces a day is a good, moderate serving in which the body will receive the greatest benefits. Nuts, while they are healthy, can be an addictive food, and because they do contain a good bit of calories, one must make sure that they keep in check just how many they eat. Fortunately for everyone, nuts are great at satisfying hunger.
Knowledge about these tasty little snacks has morphed immensely over the years as research has shown that nuts are actually good for us. By adding a small serving of nuts to your daily life, you can help improve your health and well being immensely. – Especially the health of your most important organ, the heart. Keep in mind that nuts still are considered a high calorie food, and that instead of adding them to your diet, it’s best to substitute them for another, less healthy food instead. Nuts used to be considered a food that everybody should avoid, but with extensive research and a growing knowledge of nutrition, we’ve come to learn that in actuality, everyone should be eating them as long as they don’t go overboard!
About the Author:
Cole Carson is a successful entrepreneur interested in the fields of natural health and wellness! Being healthy and happy starts from the inside. Learn why Goji Juice is regarded as so amazing. - http://www.goji-dog.com - http://www.health-goji-juice.com
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It wasn’t very long ago that nuts were feared. – They were considered a dieting disaster, with far too high a fat and calorie content to be anything but bad for you! Recently though, extensive studies have shown that the opposite is actually the case. – Nuts are incredible for the human body. Recently there have been many health discoveries showing that nuts are a wonderful protein source that are great for everyone, and should be added to our diets.
While it’s true that nuts are very fatty and have a highly concentrated calorie content with roughly 200 kilocalories per ounce, they aren’t nearly as fattening as they seem. A vast majority of the fat in nuts is either monounsaturated or polyunsaturated. These fats aren’t as detrimental to weight gain to others, and more importantly, they have the ability to lower LDL cholesterol. This is very important considering today’s push for cardiovascular-friendly foods, and as it turns out, nuts seem to have a very positive impact on the heart. Many studies have been done in recent years concerning nuts and their effect on the heart, and the general consensus is that a diet consisting of regular nut intake can lower your chance for heart disease by as much as 35%.
Nuts are plentiful sources of protein. Proteins are necessary for the body’s day-to-day function, and are also difficult to obtain in a vegetarian diet, because most plants only contain pieces of proteins. Nuts, however, are sources of complete proteins, making them a wonderful addition to vegetarian diet, but also ideal for a cardiovascular-minded diet. Unlike meats and other conventional producers of protein, nuts are actually beneficial for the heart instead of being damaging.
Nuts are terrific sources of energy. Protein is an important ingredient for energy, and when combined with the other minerals in nuts make them perfect for providing longer, more constant energy levels. In addition to proteins, nuts also happen to rich in the powerful antioxidants selenium and vitamin E. Anti-oxidants have recently been identified as having powerful anti-aging effects on the body due to their ability to block the damage caused by free-radicals, substances that contribute to early aging.
Research has indicated that while almost all nuts have similar benefits on the body, the ones regarded as the most beneficial are almonds, cashews and peanuts. These studies suggest that 1-2 ounces a day is a good, moderate serving in which the body will receive the greatest benefits. Nuts, while they are healthy, can be an addictive food, and because they do contain a good bit of calories, one must make sure that they keep in check just how many they eat. Fortunately for everyone, nuts are great at satisfying hunger.
Knowledge about these tasty little snacks has morphed immensely over the years as research has shown that nuts are actually good for us. By adding a small serving of nuts to your daily life, you can help improve your health and well being immensely. – Especially the health of your most important organ, the heart. Keep in mind that nuts still are considered a high calorie food, and that instead of adding them to your diet, it’s best to substitute them for another, less healthy food instead. Nuts used to be considered a food that everybody should avoid, but with extensive research and a growing knowledge of nutrition, we’ve come to learn that in actuality, everyone should be eating them as long as they don’t go overboard!
About the Author:
Cole Carson is a successful entrepreneur interested in the fields of natural health and wellness! Being healthy and happy starts from the inside. Learn why Goji Juice is regarded as so amazing. - http://www.goji-dog.com - http://www.health-goji-juice.com
Article Tags: body, heart, nuts
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The Key To Weight Loss Success
Submitted By: Alican Yenidogan
When it comes down to the wire, you are the primary component of the best loss program. Weight loss diets and workouts would be rendered useless without your motivation and discipline. Physicality is not the only component which is required in weight loss; rapid weight loss begins with the mind. This means that you have to decide to commit to a program even if cuts back on your candy bar helpings, or it prohibits you from indulging in that ice cream flavor which you have all but forgotten. Your mind is a very powerful aspect involved in your well-being, and it can lead you to weight loss success or failure, at your own free will.
Commitment is the first step towards healthy loss. Weight management is no easy thing, you can be sure of that; and if you really intend on shedding off those unwanted pounds, you have to start each day with the decision to make the healthy choices which can benefit you. You need to plan and prepare a workout plan the night before the fact, and a meal plan a week in advance. This will ensure that you won't miss out on the next day's regimen, and suffer the long-term consequences of exercise loss. Weight training, cardio exercises, and aerobics may be included in the routine, as long as you can competently handle them. You'll also need a good diet plan to supplement the calorie loss. Natural weight loss should result in a leaner body, not a starving one.
You need to motivate yourself through the program. As is the case, there are few shortcuts to weight loss. Rapid weight loss is only effective if you stick to your program discipline to the dot. Keep yourself reminded of the day's workout plan, or if necessary, have a friend check in on your progress with weight loss. Natural weight loss is also not a self-made effort; you'll need the expert advice of a nutritionist, one who can provide a custom-made meal plan for your particular dietary needs. Your nutritionist will tell you which diets to stick to, and may be able to warn you in advance of any crash diets which you may mistake for a best loss program. Weight management, done in a scientific and healthy way, leads to better chances for long-term success.
As part of your discipline, you have to have some degree of accountability. This prevents the possibility of exercise loss. Weight gain is too much the result of a failure to make yourself true to your personally-set goals that you may end up punishing yourself for it, by eating more and doing less. The best way to discipline your way to healthy loss, weight control, and body toning is to withhold any perks until you perform your required regimen for the day; on the other hand,
rewarding yourself after a workout is good reinforcement method towards achieving your goal.
Please remember, self dedication is the key to weight loss and you have to believe in yourself before starting any kind of weight loss program.
About the Author:
Alican Yenidogan is a weight loss expert and if you want to know more about diet and weight loss, visit www.loss-rapid-weight.com
Article Tags: loss, program, weight
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Article published on March 04, 2008 at iSnare.com
When it comes down to the wire, you are the primary component of the best loss program. Weight loss diets and workouts would be rendered useless without your motivation and discipline. Physicality is not the only component which is required in weight loss; rapid weight loss begins with the mind. This means that you have to decide to commit to a program even if cuts back on your candy bar helpings, or it prohibits you from indulging in that ice cream flavor which you have all but forgotten. Your mind is a very powerful aspect involved in your well-being, and it can lead you to weight loss success or failure, at your own free will.
Commitment is the first step towards healthy loss. Weight management is no easy thing, you can be sure of that; and if you really intend on shedding off those unwanted pounds, you have to start each day with the decision to make the healthy choices which can benefit you. You need to plan and prepare a workout plan the night before the fact, and a meal plan a week in advance. This will ensure that you won't miss out on the next day's regimen, and suffer the long-term consequences of exercise loss. Weight training, cardio exercises, and aerobics may be included in the routine, as long as you can competently handle them. You'll also need a good diet plan to supplement the calorie loss. Natural weight loss should result in a leaner body, not a starving one.
You need to motivate yourself through the program. As is the case, there are few shortcuts to weight loss. Rapid weight loss is only effective if you stick to your program discipline to the dot. Keep yourself reminded of the day's workout plan, or if necessary, have a friend check in on your progress with weight loss. Natural weight loss is also not a self-made effort; you'll need the expert advice of a nutritionist, one who can provide a custom-made meal plan for your particular dietary needs. Your nutritionist will tell you which diets to stick to, and may be able to warn you in advance of any crash diets which you may mistake for a best loss program. Weight management, done in a scientific and healthy way, leads to better chances for long-term success.
As part of your discipline, you have to have some degree of accountability. This prevents the possibility of exercise loss. Weight gain is too much the result of a failure to make yourself true to your personally-set goals that you may end up punishing yourself for it, by eating more and doing less. The best way to discipline your way to healthy loss, weight control, and body toning is to withhold any perks until you perform your required regimen for the day; on the other hand,
rewarding yourself after a workout is good reinforcement method towards achieving your goal.
Please remember, self dedication is the key to weight loss and you have to believe in yourself before starting any kind of weight loss program.
About the Author:
Alican Yenidogan is a weight loss expert and if you want to know more about diet and weight loss, visit www.loss-rapid-weight.com
Article Tags: loss, program, weight
Read more articles by: Alican Yenidogan
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Article published on March 04, 2008 at iSnare.com
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