Submitted By: Ricky Alberta
When you're baking cookies, taking a few moments to prepare and make sure you have everything you need will insure that your cookies will turn out the best. Here are some tips to help you bake the perfect cookie:
The Recipe
There are hundreds of different cookies, and thousands of variations. You'll want to make sure you have selected a good recipe, first and foremost. If you don't have much time, consider no bake cookies. If you don't have a lot of ingredients, consider cookie recipes with fewer ingredients like a shortbread cookie or a simple sugar cookie. If you want to bake with kids, consider a cookie that takes fewer steps to complete and doesn't require an electric mixer.
Baking Tools and Utensils
For the baking tools and utensils, there are a few must haves. First, a good mixing bowl is crucial. From stainless steel to plastic to glass, you have a lot of choices in this area. There's also utensils that are important. To make great cookies, you need a strong mixing spoon, wood is best. You will also need a spatula for removing the cookies from the cookie sheets. Don't forget the cookie sheets either. You can use standard square pans with a lip going all the way around the edge or a flat sheet with only one lip on one edge. You may also consider using a silicone baking pad, which eliminates the need to grease your cookie sheets.
Preparation
One great tip is to leave your butter out for at least an hour before you start to make the cookies. Many people forget this step and have to wait for the butter to soften before they can proceed. Also, take a few minutes to prepare all your ingredients, cooking show style. This way you have much less risk of using the wrong ingredient or too much or too little of an ingredient. Having your ingredients already prepared and measured will not only make your baking faster and easier, but cleanup will be much easier. Once you have your ingredients prepared, get out your mixing bowls and spoons, cookie sheets, spatula and wire racks. Make sure everything is clean and ready to use.
Ingredients
Freshness of ingredients is key with cookies. If the recipe calls for butter or eggs, as many cookie recipes do, make sure to check the expiration date for each item. Also, use your sense of smell to detect butter or eggs or another ingredient that just isn't fresh enough or is downright old. Don't use any ingredient that isn't reasonably fresh. Try not to use baking soda that has not been sealed properly either, as it may contain smells or flavors from other foods or spices it was stored with. Always properly seal and store your pantry food items. For butter, chocolate, frosting, raisins, etc., make sure to taste these items before you use them to make sure they taste ok and haven't soured or changed in flavor.
Last but not least, don't forget to enjoy the process and the finished product!
About the Author
Discover hundreds of cookie recipes in many tasty categories including sugar cookie recipes, chocolate chip cookie recipes, peanut butter cookie recipes, Christmas cookie recipes and many more at Cookie-Recipes.net, the web's largest cookie recipe website. Visit us at:http://www.cookie-recipes.net/
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Article published on August 26, 2008 at Isnare.com
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10 Commandments Of Style
Submitted By: Amy Xu
1. Try not to shop aimlessly. Always think in terms of building upon your existing wardrobe.
Everyone experiences a moment when they are shopping and come across something so unique it instantly catches their eye. The first thing any seasoned shopper should do is to take a minute to think if there are any pieces in the closet that will go with this particular item. If you discover that you have absolutely nothing to wear with this “must have” item, it probably isn’t worth adding to your collection. Unless you plan on buying more clothes to build around this piece, chances are it will end up in the back of your closet with the tags still attached.
2. Splurge on items you know will look absolutely fabulous on you.
If you know you’ll look and feel great in something, then by all means, it’s worth the investment. Make sure it’s something you can get a lot of mileage out of. As an important piece in your wardrobe, you should spend a good amount of time looking for other items to build an outfit around. The more chances you get to look your best means the more chances you get to feel your best.
3. Invest more on the part of your wardrobe that you will spend more time in.
If, for example, you spend 5 days out of the week in a formal work environment, your closet should reflect that. It would not make much sense if you always end up buying things you have little chance of wearing. Likewise, if your lifestyle requires that you attend many fancy events, you should have a wider variety of appropriate items to choose from.
4. There’s no need to jump on every trend that comes along.
Try to get a good sense of the trends that are appropriate for you and those that should be avoided. Get to know your personal style first, that makes it easier to determine which trends you should follow. Also keep in mind that not every trend can be catered to every body type. Don’t be too disappointed if a trend is just not right for you, the next one that comes along could be perfect.
5. Trends are meant to be followed sparingly.
We all know that trends come and go, so there’s really no point in getting too much of one thing. Use your imagination to create a variety of different ways to wear that trend. For instance, let’s say that the hottest trend this season is zebra print. Try to fight against the urge to go out and dress yourself head to toe in zebra print. A much better approach is to find items that can easily be incorporated into a variety of outfits such as shoes or handbags. This way the trend can be on display in a number of different ways.
6. Size is nothing but a subjective number. Don’t be discouraged if your usual size does not fit.
Not all designers use the same guidelines when it comes to designating dress sizes. Two garments that are seemingly the same size can be labeled completely different. So if your usual size doesn’t seem to fit you correctly, don’t hesitate to try on another size. Having your clothes altered by a respectable tailor is another great solution to this type of problem.
7. When confronted with a sale, make sure you are drawn to the item itself rather than its price tag.
Everybody loves a good sale, but what do we do when we end up with a bag full of things that we don’t really need? This happens all too often and the only way to conquer our desire to hunt for bargains is to think logically about our purchases. When you are faced with a bargain that is too good to pass up, always ask yourself if it is something you would consider buying at regular price. If it is something you would have otherwise easily passed up then it’s obviously not something you truly want.
8. If you want to alter your look, start with subtle changes.
A brand new image takes time to cultivate. The key is to start small, beginning with changes you feel comfortable with. If the change is too drastic, you might be completely put off and resort back to your original look. Remember that there is no need to lose sight of who you are or what you want your style to project about you in order to achieve this goal.
9. Use accessories to accentuate your own unique style.
Sometimes all it takes is one or two accessories to bring some life into an otherwise dull and lackluster outfit. When clothes are not enough to express your personal style, make use of accessories to do the trick. A simple change of accessories can also be used to create looks for different occasions. You can go from ultra feminine to hip and edgy by simply switching from one accessory to another.
10. Apply all the tips and techniques provided by Style Wrap to create a new you.
From building a new wardrobe to revamping an existing one, all the information you need can be found in StyleWrap. Remember that your wardrobe is a reflection of who you are. Isn’t it about time you let out your inner fashionista and let the world know just what you are made of?
1. Try not to shop aimlessly. Always think in terms of building upon your existing wardrobe.
Everyone experiences a moment when they are shopping and come across something so unique it instantly catches their eye. The first thing any seasoned shopper should do is to take a minute to think if there are any pieces in the closet that will go with this particular item. If you discover that you have absolutely nothing to wear with this “must have” item, it probably isn’t worth adding to your collection. Unless you plan on buying more clothes to build around this piece, chances are it will end up in the back of your closet with the tags still attached.
2. Splurge on items you know will look absolutely fabulous on you.
If you know you’ll look and feel great in something, then by all means, it’s worth the investment. Make sure it’s something you can get a lot of mileage out of. As an important piece in your wardrobe, you should spend a good amount of time looking for other items to build an outfit around. The more chances you get to look your best means the more chances you get to feel your best.
3. Invest more on the part of your wardrobe that you will spend more time in.
If, for example, you spend 5 days out of the week in a formal work environment, your closet should reflect that. It would not make much sense if you always end up buying things you have little chance of wearing. Likewise, if your lifestyle requires that you attend many fancy events, you should have a wider variety of appropriate items to choose from.
4. There’s no need to jump on every trend that comes along.
Try to get a good sense of the trends that are appropriate for you and those that should be avoided. Get to know your personal style first, that makes it easier to determine which trends you should follow. Also keep in mind that not every trend can be catered to every body type. Don’t be too disappointed if a trend is just not right for you, the next one that comes along could be perfect.
5. Trends are meant to be followed sparingly.
We all know that trends come and go, so there’s really no point in getting too much of one thing. Use your imagination to create a variety of different ways to wear that trend. For instance, let’s say that the hottest trend this season is zebra print. Try to fight against the urge to go out and dress yourself head to toe in zebra print. A much better approach is to find items that can easily be incorporated into a variety of outfits such as shoes or handbags. This way the trend can be on display in a number of different ways.
6. Size is nothing but a subjective number. Don’t be discouraged if your usual size does not fit.
Not all designers use the same guidelines when it comes to designating dress sizes. Two garments that are seemingly the same size can be labeled completely different. So if your usual size doesn’t seem to fit you correctly, don’t hesitate to try on another size. Having your clothes altered by a respectable tailor is another great solution to this type of problem.
7. When confronted with a sale, make sure you are drawn to the item itself rather than its price tag.
Everybody loves a good sale, but what do we do when we end up with a bag full of things that we don’t really need? This happens all too often and the only way to conquer our desire to hunt for bargains is to think logically about our purchases. When you are faced with a bargain that is too good to pass up, always ask yourself if it is something you would consider buying at regular price. If it is something you would have otherwise easily passed up then it’s obviously not something you truly want.
8. If you want to alter your look, start with subtle changes.
A brand new image takes time to cultivate. The key is to start small, beginning with changes you feel comfortable with. If the change is too drastic, you might be completely put off and resort back to your original look. Remember that there is no need to lose sight of who you are or what you want your style to project about you in order to achieve this goal.
9. Use accessories to accentuate your own unique style.
Sometimes all it takes is one or two accessories to bring some life into an otherwise dull and lackluster outfit. When clothes are not enough to express your personal style, make use of accessories to do the trick. A simple change of accessories can also be used to create looks for different occasions. You can go from ultra feminine to hip and edgy by simply switching from one accessory to another.
10. Apply all the tips and techniques provided by Style Wrap to create a new you.
From building a new wardrobe to revamping an existing one, all the information you need can be found in StyleWrap. Remember that your wardrobe is a reflection of who you are. Isn’t it about time you let out your inner fashionista and let the world know just what you are made of?
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7 Secrets of Successful Kegel Exercises
Submitted By: Linda McClelland
Most women know they should be exercising those hidden pelvic floor muscles, but are daunted by the difficulties. We share the 7 secrets of successful kegel exercises, to help all women to gain stronger, healthier pelvic floor muscles.
1. Find out how to exercise correctly. There are many sources of information on correct kegel exercise techniques. Many women choose to approach a health professional, hoping that they can describe exactly how to produce that elusive squeeze. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the best strategy, since research has shown that over half of all women are unable to produce a correct contraction from verbal or written instructions. If you are lucky enough to be within reach of a women’s health physical therapist, they may be able to use ultrasound or other equipment to help you learn the correct technique. So explore the services that are available to you.
2. Consider using an exercise aid to help you. There are many different types of exercise aid available, and research has shown that many are definitely effective. Devices with visual feedback are especially useful in showing you what happens inside your body when you try to contract your pelvic floor muscles, and in motivating you to keep going by demonstrating that your exercises are working. Exercise aids are extremely beneficial to women who can’t – or don’t want to - access specialist health practitioners, but even women who consult a specialist gain substantial benefit from the use of an exercise aid within an ongoing home-based program.
3. Incorporate your kegel exercises into your daily life. This doesn’t just mean that you “squeeze and lift” your pelvic floor muscles while waiting at traffic lights, or whilst cooking a meal. It means learning and adopting correct posture in your daily life and developing coordinated breathing. There’s increasing evidence that the muscles of the pelvic floor work in coordination with the deep abdominal muscles forming a “girdle” around the lower part of the body, and providing support to the lower back. Using these core muscles effectively will assist you to gain and maintain a stronger pelvic floor.
4. Avoid activities and movements that damage your pelvic floor. Heavy lifting, straining on the toilet, being overweight, and a chronic cough can all weaken the pelvic floor muscles. More surprisingly, so can excessive or inappropriate exercising. Women who participate in sports or exercises that increase abdominal pressure are at risk of pelvic floor damage too. Sports that involve running and jumping, and activities such as abdominal crunches, can place undue pressure on the pelvic floor muscles.
5. Exercise frequently enough to make a real difference. Recommendations vary, but a daily or twice daily session is usually considered appropriate. If this sounds a lot, don’t worry, as your exercise sessions need not take more than 10 minutes. In the early days of a kegel exercise program, you’ll probably need to set aside some dedicated exercise time. But as you become more certain of your technique, you’ll find that you can initiate a correct contraction at any time. Even if you choose to use an exercise aid to help you in the early months, you’ll find that you need it less as you build strength.
6. Use an alarm or another signal to remind you that it’s time to exercise. Research has shown that women who use a simple alarm are far more likely to stick to their exercise program. Train yourself to respond to the trigger sound and automatically start your exercises, without allowing those “inner voices” to dissuade you.
7. Keep your kegel exercise program going for long enough. Don’t give up because you can’t see any difference, and definitely don’t give up as soon as you do notice a difference! At least 6 weeks of regular, frequent kegel exercises are required to create a perceptible improvement in muscle strength. If you already have symptoms of a weak pelvic floor, such as incontinence, you will probably need to exercise for 12 or more weeks to overcome your problem.
Seven simple secrets can make all the difference. If you want stronger, healthier pelvic floor muscles, listen to the secrets and start today.
About the Author
Linda McClelland is the founder of Pelvic Floor Exercise , providing information, links, services and products to help both women and men worldwide achieve a stronger, healthier pelvic floor. Visit her at http://www.pelvicfloorexercise.com.au
Article Tags: exercise, floor, pelvic
Read more articles by: Linda McClelland
Article published on August 26, 2008 at Isnare.com
Most women know they should be exercising those hidden pelvic floor muscles, but are daunted by the difficulties. We share the 7 secrets of successful kegel exercises, to help all women to gain stronger, healthier pelvic floor muscles.
1. Find out how to exercise correctly. There are many sources of information on correct kegel exercise techniques. Many women choose to approach a health professional, hoping that they can describe exactly how to produce that elusive squeeze. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the best strategy, since research has shown that over half of all women are unable to produce a correct contraction from verbal or written instructions. If you are lucky enough to be within reach of a women’s health physical therapist, they may be able to use ultrasound or other equipment to help you learn the correct technique. So explore the services that are available to you.
2. Consider using an exercise aid to help you. There are many different types of exercise aid available, and research has shown that many are definitely effective. Devices with visual feedback are especially useful in showing you what happens inside your body when you try to contract your pelvic floor muscles, and in motivating you to keep going by demonstrating that your exercises are working. Exercise aids are extremely beneficial to women who can’t – or don’t want to - access specialist health practitioners, but even women who consult a specialist gain substantial benefit from the use of an exercise aid within an ongoing home-based program.
3. Incorporate your kegel exercises into your daily life. This doesn’t just mean that you “squeeze and lift” your pelvic floor muscles while waiting at traffic lights, or whilst cooking a meal. It means learning and adopting correct posture in your daily life and developing coordinated breathing. There’s increasing evidence that the muscles of the pelvic floor work in coordination with the deep abdominal muscles forming a “girdle” around the lower part of the body, and providing support to the lower back. Using these core muscles effectively will assist you to gain and maintain a stronger pelvic floor.
4. Avoid activities and movements that damage your pelvic floor. Heavy lifting, straining on the toilet, being overweight, and a chronic cough can all weaken the pelvic floor muscles. More surprisingly, so can excessive or inappropriate exercising. Women who participate in sports or exercises that increase abdominal pressure are at risk of pelvic floor damage too. Sports that involve running and jumping, and activities such as abdominal crunches, can place undue pressure on the pelvic floor muscles.
5. Exercise frequently enough to make a real difference. Recommendations vary, but a daily or twice daily session is usually considered appropriate. If this sounds a lot, don’t worry, as your exercise sessions need not take more than 10 minutes. In the early days of a kegel exercise program, you’ll probably need to set aside some dedicated exercise time. But as you become more certain of your technique, you’ll find that you can initiate a correct contraction at any time. Even if you choose to use an exercise aid to help you in the early months, you’ll find that you need it less as you build strength.
6. Use an alarm or another signal to remind you that it’s time to exercise. Research has shown that women who use a simple alarm are far more likely to stick to their exercise program. Train yourself to respond to the trigger sound and automatically start your exercises, without allowing those “inner voices” to dissuade you.
7. Keep your kegel exercise program going for long enough. Don’t give up because you can’t see any difference, and definitely don’t give up as soon as you do notice a difference! At least 6 weeks of regular, frequent kegel exercises are required to create a perceptible improvement in muscle strength. If you already have symptoms of a weak pelvic floor, such as incontinence, you will probably need to exercise for 12 or more weeks to overcome your problem.
Seven simple secrets can make all the difference. If you want stronger, healthier pelvic floor muscles, listen to the secrets and start today.
About the Author
Linda McClelland is the founder of Pelvic Floor Exercise , providing information, links, services and products to help both women and men worldwide achieve a stronger, healthier pelvic floor. Visit her at http://www.pelvicfloorexercise.com.au
Article Tags: exercise, floor, pelvic
Read more articles by: Linda McClelland
Article published on August 26, 2008 at Isnare.com
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The Best Home-Made Soups, Spicy Gazpacho Soup
Submitted By: Gurudwara Baba
Home-made soups are so good for you - all that nourishing stock and chock-a-block full of vitamins and minerals.
But ... who on earth could face boiling bones for hours on end during the scorching Spanish summer weather, not to mention preparing the soup once the stock is made? I don´t think it would tickle anybody´s fancy to then have to tuck into a piping-hot soup!
For this reason, the Spanish came up with their wonderful, ice-cold soup - gazpacho - beautifully colorful, packed with goodness, cheap and simple to prepare, no cooking and ... most important of all, an absolute delight to drink.
Traditional gazpacho originates from romantic Andalucía - that large, exotic southerly region of Spain which is home to such extensive Arabic influence.
The chilled, raw soup was originally made by pounding bread and garlic with tomatoes, cucumber and peppers but, nowadays, your electric blender renders this effortless! Olive oil endows it with a smooth, creamy consistency and vinegar adds a refreshing tang - just what you need when life gets too hot to handle!
The spicy soup should be served in true Spanish style with small bowls of accompaniments - finely chopped peppers, cucumber, onion ... even hard-boiled eggs and croutons, if you feel up to it! Guests will then sprinkle what appeals to them on the soup.
Traditional gazpacho is tomato-based, with most Spanish families having developed their own, unique recipes. However, nowadays, you will also find gazpacho recipes that have nothing to do with tomatoes - white, almond-based gazpachos, fruit-based gazpachos, etc.
Do you suffer from insomnia? Could be that drinking gazpacho is the answer, for in Pedro Almodovar´s 1987 film "Mujeres Al Borde De Un Ataque De Nervios", various characters help themselves to the soup and promptly fall asleep!
However, don´t fall asleep just yet as you haven´t read over the recipe!
Ingredients for 4 servings:
4 ripe tomatoes
- 1 onion
- ½ red pepper
- ½ green pepper
- ½ cucumber
- 3 cloves garlic
- 50 g bread
- 3 dessertspoons vinegar
- 8 dessertspoons olive oil
- Water
- Salt/pepper
- ¼ chilli pepper (optional)
Garnishings:
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- ½ finely chopped onion
- ½ finely chopped red pepper
- ½ finely chopped green pepper
- ½ finely chopped cucumber
Method:
1. Break up bread and soak in water for 30 minutes.
2. Skin tomatoes, remove seeds and stalks from peppers.
3. Peel cucumber, onion and garlic.
4. Chop onion, garlic, tomatoes, peppers and cucumber.
5. Place in electric blender.
6. Squeeze out excess water from bread and add to blender.
7. Add oil and vinegar.
8. Blend well.
9. If necessary, add sufficient water for soup-like consistency.
10. Pour into a bowl with ice cubes.
11. Fridge for a couple of hours.
12. Serve in bowls, with garnishings in separate dishes.
Gazpacho is best enjoyed sitting in the shade, looking out onto an azure sea, blue sky and golden sun and sands!
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Read more articles by: Gurudwara Baba
Article published on August 19, 2008 at Isnare.com
Home-made soups are so good for you - all that nourishing stock and chock-a-block full of vitamins and minerals.
But ... who on earth could face boiling bones for hours on end during the scorching Spanish summer weather, not to mention preparing the soup once the stock is made? I don´t think it would tickle anybody´s fancy to then have to tuck into a piping-hot soup!
For this reason, the Spanish came up with their wonderful, ice-cold soup - gazpacho - beautifully colorful, packed with goodness, cheap and simple to prepare, no cooking and ... most important of all, an absolute delight to drink.
Traditional gazpacho originates from romantic Andalucía - that large, exotic southerly region of Spain which is home to such extensive Arabic influence.
The chilled, raw soup was originally made by pounding bread and garlic with tomatoes, cucumber and peppers but, nowadays, your electric blender renders this effortless! Olive oil endows it with a smooth, creamy consistency and vinegar adds a refreshing tang - just what you need when life gets too hot to handle!
The spicy soup should be served in true Spanish style with small bowls of accompaniments - finely chopped peppers, cucumber, onion ... even hard-boiled eggs and croutons, if you feel up to it! Guests will then sprinkle what appeals to them on the soup.
Traditional gazpacho is tomato-based, with most Spanish families having developed their own, unique recipes. However, nowadays, you will also find gazpacho recipes that have nothing to do with tomatoes - white, almond-based gazpachos, fruit-based gazpachos, etc.
Do you suffer from insomnia? Could be that drinking gazpacho is the answer, for in Pedro Almodovar´s 1987 film "Mujeres Al Borde De Un Ataque De Nervios", various characters help themselves to the soup and promptly fall asleep!
However, don´t fall asleep just yet as you haven´t read over the recipe!
Ingredients for 4 servings:
4 ripe tomatoes
- 1 onion
- ½ red pepper
- ½ green pepper
- ½ cucumber
- 3 cloves garlic
- 50 g bread
- 3 dessertspoons vinegar
- 8 dessertspoons olive oil
- Water
- Salt/pepper
- ¼ chilli pepper (optional)
Garnishings:
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- ½ finely chopped onion
- ½ finely chopped red pepper
- ½ finely chopped green pepper
- ½ finely chopped cucumber
Method:
1. Break up bread and soak in water for 30 minutes.
2. Skin tomatoes, remove seeds and stalks from peppers.
3. Peel cucumber, onion and garlic.
4. Chop onion, garlic, tomatoes, peppers and cucumber.
5. Place in electric blender.
6. Squeeze out excess water from bread and add to blender.
7. Add oil and vinegar.
8. Blend well.
9. If necessary, add sufficient water for soup-like consistency.
10. Pour into a bowl with ice cubes.
11. Fridge for a couple of hours.
12. Serve in bowls, with garnishings in separate dishes.
Gazpacho is best enjoyed sitting in the shade, looking out onto an azure sea, blue sky and golden sun and sands!
About the Author
http://www.dishadvice.com http://www.dish.reprintarticlesite.com
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=277926&ca=Cooking
Article Tags: add, finely, spanish
Read more articles by: Gurudwara Baba
Article published on August 19, 2008 at Isnare.com
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The Good Effects of Exercising
Submitted By: Karen Lincoln
Some people wonder why it is necessary to exercise. Why do you need to eat healthy food and hit the gym? For many reasons, exercising coupled with proper diet results to a lot of goodness. The good effects of exercising do not only make your life a lot convenient but also worry-free. Exercising can be done in many ways: jogging, walking, sit-ups, jumping, hula hooping, dancing, aerobics, yoga, kickboxing, football, and a lot more. It doesn’t really matter what type of physical activity you get yourself hooked to. The point is when you are able to sweat out for 30 minutes to an hour or more, that means you are burning calories and increasing your resistance.
The good effects of exercising are measurable and visible in the way you are. If you are too idle to be moving, possibilities of becoming weak and overweight are higher. Overdoing any physical activity, however, is not too good. You may be injured or worn out if you exercise too much.
Learning the good effects of exercising might inspire you to get on your feet and walk your way to a healthier you.
1. Exercising reduces weight.
Young and old are concerned about how to manage weight and stay in shape. In the United States, a large portion of the young population is obese. When you are worried about your excess fats and calories, you should be doing any kind of exercise. Being overweight or obese can lead to many disadvantages physically and emotionally. Your moves are controlled and your self-esteem is low. In addition, obesity may lead to diabetes, heart failure, high blood pressure, intestinal defects, and other diseases. Overweight people tend to be lazy as well. To drop down inches and pounds, you need to be exercising. It’s always best to stay in shape to avoid diseases from attacking you. Performing cardiovascular exercises for at least 20 minutes or longer will allow you to burn calories. Burning calories successively will help you reduce weight. Walking or jogging can be a good start. Eventually, your body will be able to tolerate higher level of exercises like high-low aerobics, body pump, kickboxing, swimming, etc.
2. Exercising builds a perfect physique.
It’s always nice to trot around the school grounds or go to the beach when you are able to flaunt a perfect shape. It’s awkward to be showing off in bikini or trunks when you have chubby belly or flabby arms and legs. You will definitely be upset to notice some are making fun of your being fat. If you’re a man, your ego is touched when you see women around are laughing at you for your fatty build. If you’re a woman, you would be ashamed to wear a sexy swimsuit. People can be judgmental; it’s a biting reality. To avoid embarrassment, you should do something about it by exercising. The good effects of exercising can manifest largely on how your body looks. Get yourself a good exercise program so that you can be shapely and sexy. Nice abs, muscular arms, firm chest, well-toned body—you’ll achieve all of these if you exercise regularly. You can do it at home or any fitness club nearby for at least thrice a week for 2 hours to do cardio, toning and firming. It is important to note that exercising would only give you that perfect shape you aim for if you work on it with discipline and consistency.
3. Exercising makes you popular and moneyed.
Once you are well toned and shapely, you always call people’s attention. You become a head-turner, so to speak. Exercising makes you popular and moneyed because talent scouts and sports agents will likely get you for a fashion show or sports opportunity. After all the exercises you have been through, your body deserves some recognition. You do, too. Take for instance those National Football League (NFL) or National Basketball Association (NBA) players. Not only are they paid very well, they’re also famous.
4. Exercising helps you avoid sickness.
Your chances of getting sick are lower if you exercise. Exercising helps you avoid acquiring any type of health-related disease. If you’re cholesterol is high, you are like high in blood pressure which is not normal. Exercising daily will combat disease-causing bacteria and increase antibodies to keep us ill free.
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Article Tags: exercising, good, exercise
Read more articles by: Karen Lincoln
Article published on August 21, 2008 at Isnare.com
Some people wonder why it is necessary to exercise. Why do you need to eat healthy food and hit the gym? For many reasons, exercising coupled with proper diet results to a lot of goodness. The good effects of exercising do not only make your life a lot convenient but also worry-free. Exercising can be done in many ways: jogging, walking, sit-ups, jumping, hula hooping, dancing, aerobics, yoga, kickboxing, football, and a lot more. It doesn’t really matter what type of physical activity you get yourself hooked to. The point is when you are able to sweat out for 30 minutes to an hour or more, that means you are burning calories and increasing your resistance.
The good effects of exercising are measurable and visible in the way you are. If you are too idle to be moving, possibilities of becoming weak and overweight are higher. Overdoing any physical activity, however, is not too good. You may be injured or worn out if you exercise too much.
Learning the good effects of exercising might inspire you to get on your feet and walk your way to a healthier you.
1. Exercising reduces weight.
Young and old are concerned about how to manage weight and stay in shape. In the United States, a large portion of the young population is obese. When you are worried about your excess fats and calories, you should be doing any kind of exercise. Being overweight or obese can lead to many disadvantages physically and emotionally. Your moves are controlled and your self-esteem is low. In addition, obesity may lead to diabetes, heart failure, high blood pressure, intestinal defects, and other diseases. Overweight people tend to be lazy as well. To drop down inches and pounds, you need to be exercising. It’s always best to stay in shape to avoid diseases from attacking you. Performing cardiovascular exercises for at least 20 minutes or longer will allow you to burn calories. Burning calories successively will help you reduce weight. Walking or jogging can be a good start. Eventually, your body will be able to tolerate higher level of exercises like high-low aerobics, body pump, kickboxing, swimming, etc.
2. Exercising builds a perfect physique.
It’s always nice to trot around the school grounds or go to the beach when you are able to flaunt a perfect shape. It’s awkward to be showing off in bikini or trunks when you have chubby belly or flabby arms and legs. You will definitely be upset to notice some are making fun of your being fat. If you’re a man, your ego is touched when you see women around are laughing at you for your fatty build. If you’re a woman, you would be ashamed to wear a sexy swimsuit. People can be judgmental; it’s a biting reality. To avoid embarrassment, you should do something about it by exercising. The good effects of exercising can manifest largely on how your body looks. Get yourself a good exercise program so that you can be shapely and sexy. Nice abs, muscular arms, firm chest, well-toned body—you’ll achieve all of these if you exercise regularly. You can do it at home or any fitness club nearby for at least thrice a week for 2 hours to do cardio, toning and firming. It is important to note that exercising would only give you that perfect shape you aim for if you work on it with discipline and consistency.
3. Exercising makes you popular and moneyed.
Once you are well toned and shapely, you always call people’s attention. You become a head-turner, so to speak. Exercising makes you popular and moneyed because talent scouts and sports agents will likely get you for a fashion show or sports opportunity. After all the exercises you have been through, your body deserves some recognition. You do, too. Take for instance those National Football League (NFL) or National Basketball Association (NBA) players. Not only are they paid very well, they’re also famous.
4. Exercising helps you avoid sickness.
Your chances of getting sick are lower if you exercise. Exercising helps you avoid acquiring any type of health-related disease. If you’re cholesterol is high, you are like high in blood pressure which is not normal. Exercising daily will combat disease-causing bacteria and increase antibodies to keep us ill free.
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Article published on August 21, 2008 at Isnare.com
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8 Quick Beauty Tricks For a More Sensational You
Submitted By: Janet Martin
Time is of the essence for busy women, especially for working moms. Being busy, however, should not be an excuse for looking haggard, stressed out and simply unkempt. Despite your ultra busy schedule, you need to allocate even a few minutes to look your best, wherever you go.
Nowadays, being beautiful doesn't mean spending hours on end primping your hair and doing your make up. Here are some beauty tricks that can make you feel and look gorgeous in less than five minutes anywhere, anytime.
Shiny Locks
A hair spa could definitely give your hair a beautiful shine, but it usually takes at least half an hour to finish. Brushing your hair for 100 times could also add shine to your otherwise dull hair. But do you know how time-consuming 100 brush strokes can be? The answer to shinier hair is simple. Just make sure that you apply hair conditioner after shampooing twice. It would also be better if you choose a product that deeply conditions and treats your particular hair problem such as being dull, brittle, heavily colored or damaged hair.
Bouncy Hair
If you have at least five minutes to spare, you can blow dry your hair using big round brushes. This will surely give your hair some volume. If you have the money to buy one of those battery-operated brushes that roll on their own, get one and you can cut your blow-drying in half the time. However, if you already have dry and brittle hair, you should stay away from hair dryers. Instead, dab on a leave-on conditioner or hair serum on your hair before you go to sleep. Surely, you will wake up with fantastic bounce in the morning.
Professionally Done Hair
Tying your hair in a ponytail is sometimes a little boring, especially if this is your do for almost everyday. For a professional looking do without the fuss, simply add a wide or thick headband with your ponytail and you will surely look great, clean and crisp. For special occasions, choose headbands with a little glitter and shine.
Slim Silhouette
Exercise and dieting can really make you slimmer and leaner. But if you want that instant slim factor, you should wear a push up bra. This will help lift your breasts, giving an illusion of slimmer tummy. If you have some girdles or shape-contouring undergarments, you can use them to look sexier.
Shimmering Skin
You can show off your flawless skin without wearing very skimpy clothing. Just use lotions that have a little shimmer and surely people will notice your slim arms or long sexy legs. If you have an evening date with your husband or partner, don't forget to use the shimmer because it will make your skin sparkle every time it catches some light.
Concealed Flaws
Everybody has a scar or flaw that needs to be concealed and hidden. You can make your skin problem disappear in a jiffy with the use of airbrush makeup or concealer. It is easy to use and looks natural on your skin. Find one that has moisturizer to keep your skin from drying.
Kissable Lips
You can get an injection just to have the lips of Angelina Jolie if you have a strong tolerance for pain. If not, you can simply dab on your lips some translucent reddish pink gloss. This will make your lips look plump and truly irresistible.
Clean Nails
Find a nail polish that is nude or beige so that your nails will look cleaner and neater. A shade that slightly contrasts your natural skin tone can also do the trick. However, before you polish, make sure that your nails are clean and well trimmed. If you have nail fungus, skip the polish.
About the Author
Janet Martin is an avid health and fitness enthusiast and published author. Many of her insightful articles can be found at the premiere online news magazine http://www.thearticleinsiders.com.
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=282419&ca=Womens+Interest
Time is of the essence for busy women, especially for working moms. Being busy, however, should not be an excuse for looking haggard, stressed out and simply unkempt. Despite your ultra busy schedule, you need to allocate even a few minutes to look your best, wherever you go.
Nowadays, being beautiful doesn't mean spending hours on end primping your hair and doing your make up. Here are some beauty tricks that can make you feel and look gorgeous in less than five minutes anywhere, anytime.
Shiny Locks
A hair spa could definitely give your hair a beautiful shine, but it usually takes at least half an hour to finish. Brushing your hair for 100 times could also add shine to your otherwise dull hair. But do you know how time-consuming 100 brush strokes can be? The answer to shinier hair is simple. Just make sure that you apply hair conditioner after shampooing twice. It would also be better if you choose a product that deeply conditions and treats your particular hair problem such as being dull, brittle, heavily colored or damaged hair.
Bouncy Hair
If you have at least five minutes to spare, you can blow dry your hair using big round brushes. This will surely give your hair some volume. If you have the money to buy one of those battery-operated brushes that roll on their own, get one and you can cut your blow-drying in half the time. However, if you already have dry and brittle hair, you should stay away from hair dryers. Instead, dab on a leave-on conditioner or hair serum on your hair before you go to sleep. Surely, you will wake up with fantastic bounce in the morning.
Professionally Done Hair
Tying your hair in a ponytail is sometimes a little boring, especially if this is your do for almost everyday. For a professional looking do without the fuss, simply add a wide or thick headband with your ponytail and you will surely look great, clean and crisp. For special occasions, choose headbands with a little glitter and shine.
Slim Silhouette
Exercise and dieting can really make you slimmer and leaner. But if you want that instant slim factor, you should wear a push up bra. This will help lift your breasts, giving an illusion of slimmer tummy. If you have some girdles or shape-contouring undergarments, you can use them to look sexier.
Shimmering Skin
You can show off your flawless skin without wearing very skimpy clothing. Just use lotions that have a little shimmer and surely people will notice your slim arms or long sexy legs. If you have an evening date with your husband or partner, don't forget to use the shimmer because it will make your skin sparkle every time it catches some light.
Concealed Flaws
Everybody has a scar or flaw that needs to be concealed and hidden. You can make your skin problem disappear in a jiffy with the use of airbrush makeup or concealer. It is easy to use and looks natural on your skin. Find one that has moisturizer to keep your skin from drying.
Kissable Lips
You can get an injection just to have the lips of Angelina Jolie if you have a strong tolerance for pain. If not, you can simply dab on your lips some translucent reddish pink gloss. This will make your lips look plump and truly irresistible.
Clean Nails
Find a nail polish that is nude or beige so that your nails will look cleaner and neater. A shade that slightly contrasts your natural skin tone can also do the trick. However, before you polish, make sure that your nails are clean and well trimmed. If you have nail fungus, skip the polish.
About the Author
Janet Martin is an avid health and fitness enthusiast and published author. Many of her insightful articles can be found at the premiere online news magazine http://www.thearticleinsiders.com.
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=282419&ca=Womens+Interest
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Face Lifts: Out of Hollywood and Into Your Life
Submitted By: Amy Nutt
For decades, the rich and famous were the only ones who could consider having a costly operation such as a face lift done. Celebrities were the most common clients of Hollywood surgeons, paying huge fees to enhance their looks so they could continue acting in youthful roles. However, those days are gone and it is now possible for the average person to get a face lift without spending a fortune and mortgaging the house.
Back when face lifts were the height of new techniques, they were exceedingly expensive and it was difficult to find a surgeon who had experience with them. These days, any plastic surgeon can do a face lift and make it look great and natural. It's considered a fairly minor surgery now, as well, and recovery times are far faster.
Everyday people are starting to look at common procedures like this as normal and it is completely acceptable for a man or woman to have their looks enhanced and returned to that youthful tightness with a face lift. While no one needs to know that you've had the procedure done, you will certainly get a lot of compliments on how great you look!
Advantages of Face Lifts
There are many reasons to get a face lift and they aren't restricted to women . . . many men have found it beneficial to have a face lift done, as well.
• Tighten sagging skin. With age, the elasticity of our skin begins to diminish, resulting in sagging skin and wrinkles. A face lift effectively removes excess skin and brings everything back up to where it ought to be.
• Bring out your bone structure. Most people who have a good facial bone structure lose this because of the changes in their skin as they age. Tightening the skin with a face lift helps enhance those contours and bring out your cheekbones, etc. that were once the highlight of your face.
• You have options. Not all face lifts are serious operations. There are laser face lifts and mini (weekend) face lifts, as well, for less serious skin sagging.
• Look thinner. One of the signs of age in the face is a build-up of fat deposits that can make your face look softer and older than it really is. This also adds to your perceived weight, even if you aren't overweight. A face lift will remove some of this fat to help give your face a leaner appearance.
• Gain self confidence. Celebrities often opt for a face lift to continue with the great movie roles. While you may not be trying out for a Stephen Spielberg film any time soon, it can still be a big confidence booster to be able to look in the mirror and see a younger version of yourself again.
From being the secret of Hollywood stars to a common procedure done by anyone, face lifts have come into their own over the past decade. It's now something that you don't have to be a super star to have done. Boosting your self confidence and looking beautiful no matter what your age is now possible for anyone with a desire to do so.
A face lift has many advantages and since it has become so common, the risks, which are always present with surgery, are minimized. Every plastic surgeon has been well-trained in face lift techniques, so it's not just something for Hollywood stars anymore. Now you can look great and take years off your face, too.
About the Author
Cosmetics Canada is a state-of-the art cosmetic surgery facility in Toronto offering face lifts, laser skin resurfacing and many others.
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Article Tags: face, lift, skin
Read more articles by: Amy Nutt
Article published on August 19, 2008 at Isnare.com
For decades, the rich and famous were the only ones who could consider having a costly operation such as a face lift done. Celebrities were the most common clients of Hollywood surgeons, paying huge fees to enhance their looks so they could continue acting in youthful roles. However, those days are gone and it is now possible for the average person to get a face lift without spending a fortune and mortgaging the house.
Back when face lifts were the height of new techniques, they were exceedingly expensive and it was difficult to find a surgeon who had experience with them. These days, any plastic surgeon can do a face lift and make it look great and natural. It's considered a fairly minor surgery now, as well, and recovery times are far faster.
Everyday people are starting to look at common procedures like this as normal and it is completely acceptable for a man or woman to have their looks enhanced and returned to that youthful tightness with a face lift. While no one needs to know that you've had the procedure done, you will certainly get a lot of compliments on how great you look!
Advantages of Face Lifts
There are many reasons to get a face lift and they aren't restricted to women . . . many men have found it beneficial to have a face lift done, as well.
• Tighten sagging skin. With age, the elasticity of our skin begins to diminish, resulting in sagging skin and wrinkles. A face lift effectively removes excess skin and brings everything back up to where it ought to be.
• Bring out your bone structure. Most people who have a good facial bone structure lose this because of the changes in their skin as they age. Tightening the skin with a face lift helps enhance those contours and bring out your cheekbones, etc. that were once the highlight of your face.
• You have options. Not all face lifts are serious operations. There are laser face lifts and mini (weekend) face lifts, as well, for less serious skin sagging.
• Look thinner. One of the signs of age in the face is a build-up of fat deposits that can make your face look softer and older than it really is. This also adds to your perceived weight, even if you aren't overweight. A face lift will remove some of this fat to help give your face a leaner appearance.
• Gain self confidence. Celebrities often opt for a face lift to continue with the great movie roles. While you may not be trying out for a Stephen Spielberg film any time soon, it can still be a big confidence booster to be able to look in the mirror and see a younger version of yourself again.
From being the secret of Hollywood stars to a common procedure done by anyone, face lifts have come into their own over the past decade. It's now something that you don't have to be a super star to have done. Boosting your self confidence and looking beautiful no matter what your age is now possible for anyone with a desire to do so.
A face lift has many advantages and since it has become so common, the risks, which are always present with surgery, are minimized. Every plastic surgeon has been well-trained in face lift techniques, so it's not just something for Hollywood stars anymore. Now you can look great and take years off your face, too.
About the Author
Cosmetics Canada is a state-of-the art cosmetic surgery facility in Toronto offering face lifts, laser skin resurfacing and many others.
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=285030&ca=Womens+Interest
Article Tags: face, lift, skin
Read more articles by: Amy Nutt
Article published on August 19, 2008 at Isnare.com
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Get In Shape For Summer!
Submitted By: Rob Denny
ummer is here, are you ready? This is a good time to cut back on the junk food and start an exercise program. You don't have to belong to a gym to get in shape. In fact you don't even need to lift weights. With the weather warming up and beautiful sunrises/sunsets, start out by simply going for 20 minute walks. Walk at a brisk pace and increase your time as soon as you physically can. Do some light stomach exercises like bridges and crunches. Do these 3 days a week and you will see a change in your body.
If you prefer a treadmill workout, set the pace to whatever pace you keep a normal breathing pattern. After a 5 minute warm-up, drop the speed 25% and increase the incline to its max. Try to do this for one minute. After a minute, bring incline back to one and increase speed back to where you started for two minutes. Repeat this cycle (2minutes flat, 1 minute fully inclined) for twenty minutes. Then drop the speed to slow and do a two minute cool down.
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You have a few different goals here:
1. To be able to do the above workout for 40 minutes.
2. Once you've accomplished this goal, start increasing the amount of speed.
3. Now start increasing the amount of time in incline. Try to get up to doing 2 minutes each. After that, increase incline time over flat time.
As you can see there are many ways you can change up this exercise. To me, that's the ticket on any exercise. Never become complacent or bored, otherwise you're more likely to quit. Once you can do the above, start jogging at a slow pace and work up to 3 miles.
If your already in shape and need more of a challenge, here's some good sprint exercises.
Sprints – should be run at 90% of your fastest speed.
Set up 5 cones (or anything you have as a visible marker) 90 feet apart (don’t get technical with this, just walk 30 paces which is roughly 3 feet per pace). Beginning at your 1st cone (doesn’t matter which end, the first cone is always your starting point), sprint to the 2nd. Now walk to until you reach the last cone. Sprint to the second cone. Walk to the last cone. Sprint to the 3rd cone. Walk to the last cone. Sprint all four cones. Walk to the first cone turnaround and go back to the start line. Repeat exercise. Once if combining, 4 times if doing solo.
Sprint for 30 seconds. Now walk 90 seconds to 2 minutes. That’s one rep, start by doing 5, work your way up to 8.
To your health and mental wellness,
Rob Denny
Certified Boxing Fitness Trainer/former United States Marine
Founder/Author
Got2manUp.com
About the Author
I am the author of http://got2manup.com. I am a Certified Boxing Fitness Trainer as well as a former United States Marine. I am extremely passionate about working out and helping people achieve their fitness goals. I love to play tennis, exercise, go to Charger and Padre games as well as a nice day at the beach with friends. I am a licensed real estate agent which I am extremely passionate about.
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Article Tags: cone, minute, start
Read more articles by: Rob Denny
Article published on August 17, 2008 at Isnare.com
ummer is here, are you ready? This is a good time to cut back on the junk food and start an exercise program. You don't have to belong to a gym to get in shape. In fact you don't even need to lift weights. With the weather warming up and beautiful sunrises/sunsets, start out by simply going for 20 minute walks. Walk at a brisk pace and increase your time as soon as you physically can. Do some light stomach exercises like bridges and crunches. Do these 3 days a week and you will see a change in your body.
If you prefer a treadmill workout, set the pace to whatever pace you keep a normal breathing pattern. After a 5 minute warm-up, drop the speed 25% and increase the incline to its max. Try to do this for one minute. After a minute, bring incline back to one and increase speed back to where you started for two minutes. Repeat this cycle (2minutes flat, 1 minute fully inclined) for twenty minutes. Then drop the speed to slow and do a two minute cool down.
Be sure you sign up for our free monthly newsletter that comes with weightlifting and cardio routines, recipes, mental wellness, fantasy sports tips and more.
You have a few different goals here:
1. To be able to do the above workout for 40 minutes.
2. Once you've accomplished this goal, start increasing the amount of speed.
3. Now start increasing the amount of time in incline. Try to get up to doing 2 minutes each. After that, increase incline time over flat time.
As you can see there are many ways you can change up this exercise. To me, that's the ticket on any exercise. Never become complacent or bored, otherwise you're more likely to quit. Once you can do the above, start jogging at a slow pace and work up to 3 miles.
If your already in shape and need more of a challenge, here's some good sprint exercises.
Sprints – should be run at 90% of your fastest speed.
Set up 5 cones (or anything you have as a visible marker) 90 feet apart (don’t get technical with this, just walk 30 paces which is roughly 3 feet per pace). Beginning at your 1st cone (doesn’t matter which end, the first cone is always your starting point), sprint to the 2nd. Now walk to until you reach the last cone. Sprint to the second cone. Walk to the last cone. Sprint to the 3rd cone. Walk to the last cone. Sprint all four cones. Walk to the first cone turnaround and go back to the start line. Repeat exercise. Once if combining, 4 times if doing solo.
Sprint for 30 seconds. Now walk 90 seconds to 2 minutes. That’s one rep, start by doing 5, work your way up to 8.
To your health and mental wellness,
Rob Denny
Certified Boxing Fitness Trainer/former United States Marine
Founder/Author
Got2manUp.com
About the Author
I am the author of http://got2manup.com. I am a Certified Boxing Fitness Trainer as well as a former United States Marine. I am extremely passionate about working out and helping people achieve their fitness goals. I love to play tennis, exercise, go to Charger and Padre games as well as a nice day at the beach with friends. I am a licensed real estate agent which I am extremely passionate about.
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=274024&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet
Article Tags: cone, minute, start
Read more articles by: Rob Denny
Article published on August 17, 2008 at Isnare.com
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Following Fad Diets Can Be Detrimental to Your Health
It seems everyone is on a diet these days. And, many of them are the so called "fad diets." There are advertisements for diet programs and diet products everywhere you look. These advertisements claim that you can achieve a significant weight loss in just a few days. But, be careful! The weight that you lose in a short amount of time is typically water weight. In fact, a whopping 90% of it! The weight will be put right back on as soon as your body rehydrates. If your body doesn't rehydrate, you can suffer life-threatening health problems.
Other fad diets may not have such outrageous claims but are generally over priced and not as effective as they claim. Some of the diet programs that provide food as part of the program have food that just plain tastes bad. Of course you'll lose weight if that's the only thing you eat! Other diets can be very restrictive, not with just the amounts of food you are allowed to eat, but with the times of day you can eat them. Many are so restrictive that they are nearly impossible to follow and the dieter gives up on it after a few days.
Most diets that predict a speedy and easy weight loss are based on a certain food, like the grapefruit diet. Following a diet like this for very long is not good for your health. You do not get the nutritional benefits that you do from a balanced diet. Some suggest that you take vitamins when following the diet, but vitamins alone aren't going to keep you healthy.
When you start a new diet, you're probably super-motivated. But, you'll soon become bored with eating the same things over and over again. After a short while, you will give up and feel that it's your fault that you couldn't follow the diet. Not true! The "non" diet you should follow is a balanced meal plan with the correct amount of food groups. If you do lose weight following the diet, you'll most likely gain it back in just a short time.
Fad diets do not follow the guidelines recommended by the American Heart Association. A meal plan that is low in fat and high in nutritive value is much better for you than a weight loss "crash" diet that restricts you to just a few food types.
You should be making lifestyle changes that result in long-term results instead of following a "quick" weight loss diet. Modifying your eating habits is the only way to stay at your target weight once you've lost the weight you want. Yo-yo weight loss can be just as detrimental to your health as being overweight. Stick to a healthy weight loss plan with reasonable portion sized meals for the best results.
Keep your body healthy with fruits and vegetables and keep the fat content of the foods you eat to a minimum. Fad diets will not help you lose weight for the long-term. Eating a wide range of healthy food, exercising regularly is the "non" diet plan to follow.
About the Author
Jude Wright is the owner of "Dieters Cookbook" at DietersCookbook.com
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Article published on August 15, 2008 at Isnare.com
Other fad diets may not have such outrageous claims but are generally over priced and not as effective as they claim. Some of the diet programs that provide food as part of the program have food that just plain tastes bad. Of course you'll lose weight if that's the only thing you eat! Other diets can be very restrictive, not with just the amounts of food you are allowed to eat, but with the times of day you can eat them. Many are so restrictive that they are nearly impossible to follow and the dieter gives up on it after a few days.
Most diets that predict a speedy and easy weight loss are based on a certain food, like the grapefruit diet. Following a diet like this for very long is not good for your health. You do not get the nutritional benefits that you do from a balanced diet. Some suggest that you take vitamins when following the diet, but vitamins alone aren't going to keep you healthy.
When you start a new diet, you're probably super-motivated. But, you'll soon become bored with eating the same things over and over again. After a short while, you will give up and feel that it's your fault that you couldn't follow the diet. Not true! The "non" diet you should follow is a balanced meal plan with the correct amount of food groups. If you do lose weight following the diet, you'll most likely gain it back in just a short time.
Fad diets do not follow the guidelines recommended by the American Heart Association. A meal plan that is low in fat and high in nutritive value is much better for you than a weight loss "crash" diet that restricts you to just a few food types.
You should be making lifestyle changes that result in long-term results instead of following a "quick" weight loss diet. Modifying your eating habits is the only way to stay at your target weight once you've lost the weight you want. Yo-yo weight loss can be just as detrimental to your health as being overweight. Stick to a healthy weight loss plan with reasonable portion sized meals for the best results.
Keep your body healthy with fruits and vegetables and keep the fat content of the foods you eat to a minimum. Fad diets will not help you lose weight for the long-term. Eating a wide range of healthy food, exercising regularly is the "non" diet plan to follow.
About the Author
Jude Wright is the owner of "Dieters Cookbook" at DietersCookbook.com
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=282486&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet
Article Tags: diet, food, weight
Read more articles by: Jude Wright
Article published on August 15, 2008 at Isnare.com
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Success in Work Clothes: Carhartt Clothing and Outerwear
Submitted By: Lisa Girolami
WORKWEAR1 Clothes is one of the biggest names when it comes to the sale of workwear. In addition, majority of the buying of these workwear is done online. Select your size, choose your favorite model and get your dress mailed directly to your house. WorkWear1 has been in the business of selling workwear at wholesale prices for the last nine decades. And It is heartening to know that the dedicated servers allotted by the online shopping firm along with the support staff have been successful in their endeavor to provide the best work clothing for people and become a household name in the whole US.
WorkWear1 has been dedicated to serving its customers from downtown Des Moines, Iowa for almost 90 years. The website is an online shopping store where you can get any kind of apparel you want in whichever size you desire. Every product has a thumbnail attached with it which gives you total idea of the kind of workwear you are buying right from dimensions to the type of material used. Clicking on the thumbnail also gives you concise but important information about the company, which has manufactured the product. Located in Des Moines, Iowa, WorkWear1 has been an institution of downtown Des Moines for the last 90 years or so. Started by Lou Garsh and Meyer Levine in 1917, WorkWear1 has gone through loads and loads of changes and plastic surgeries. Although Garsh left the company six months after its inception, the name was never changed and today is the same name, which is the lifeline of millions of workers in the US.
WorkWear1 has a number of big affiliated which include the names of Carhartt, Dickies, Wrangler, Levis, etc. WORKWEAR1 is an authorized Carhartt retailer thus having the biggest stock with infinite variety to choose from. Carhartt coats and jackets have been the most famous outerwear for Americans for the last century. All types of Carhartt products ranging from jackets, coats, pants, shirts to boots and socks are available with WorkWear1.
WorkWear1 is also a big supplier of Dickies clothing. Dickies Work Pants, Dickies Jeans, Dickies Work Shirts, etc are some of the few categories of clothing, which are available at the WORKWEAR1 store. Some of the other important clothing wear is available with WorkWear1 are Wrangler Jeans, Wrangler Shorts Levi's Action Slack, Levi's Big and Tall Jeans, Flat Front Dockers Pants, Dockers Pleated Dress Pants, Farm Girl T-Shirts, Farm Girl Hats, RIGGS Work Jeans, RIGGS Knit Shirts, LaCrosse Work Boots, etc.
Also available at WorkWear1 are flame resistant clothing in the form of Carhartt FR, Walls FR and Flame Resistant Jackets. Other accessories available are work boots, insulated workwear, etc.
You’ll definitely love our lines of Carhartt Clothing and Carhartt Outerwear – we’re really stocking quite the collection. Everything for summertime and wintertime and all seasons in between, from work to casual – we’ve got clothing for you.
WorkWear1 is currently ready to serve some of the biggest profiles in the market. They have a database of over seventy-five companies. Moreover, it can be predicted with certainty that this trend will be continued for years and years to come.
About the Author
WorkWear1.com offers a great selection of Carhartt Clothing in addition to a wide variety of Carhartt Outerwear and many other Carhartt Clothing items.
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Article Tags: carhartt, dickies, workwear1
Read more articles by: Lisa Girolami
Article published on August 14, 2008 at Isnare.com
WORKWEAR1 Clothes is one of the biggest names when it comes to the sale of workwear. In addition, majority of the buying of these workwear is done online. Select your size, choose your favorite model and get your dress mailed directly to your house. WorkWear1 has been in the business of selling workwear at wholesale prices for the last nine decades. And It is heartening to know that the dedicated servers allotted by the online shopping firm along with the support staff have been successful in their endeavor to provide the best work clothing for people and become a household name in the whole US.
WorkWear1 has been dedicated to serving its customers from downtown Des Moines, Iowa for almost 90 years. The website is an online shopping store where you can get any kind of apparel you want in whichever size you desire. Every product has a thumbnail attached with it which gives you total idea of the kind of workwear you are buying right from dimensions to the type of material used. Clicking on the thumbnail also gives you concise but important information about the company, which has manufactured the product. Located in Des Moines, Iowa, WorkWear1 has been an institution of downtown Des Moines for the last 90 years or so. Started by Lou Garsh and Meyer Levine in 1917, WorkWear1 has gone through loads and loads of changes and plastic surgeries. Although Garsh left the company six months after its inception, the name was never changed and today is the same name, which is the lifeline of millions of workers in the US.
WorkWear1 has a number of big affiliated which include the names of Carhartt, Dickies, Wrangler, Levis, etc. WORKWEAR1 is an authorized Carhartt retailer thus having the biggest stock with infinite variety to choose from. Carhartt coats and jackets have been the most famous outerwear for Americans for the last century. All types of Carhartt products ranging from jackets, coats, pants, shirts to boots and socks are available with WorkWear1.
WorkWear1 is also a big supplier of Dickies clothing. Dickies Work Pants, Dickies Jeans, Dickies Work Shirts, etc are some of the few categories of clothing, which are available at the WORKWEAR1 store. Some of the other important clothing wear is available with WorkWear1 are Wrangler Jeans, Wrangler Shorts Levi's Action Slack, Levi's Big and Tall Jeans, Flat Front Dockers Pants, Dockers Pleated Dress Pants, Farm Girl T-Shirts, Farm Girl Hats, RIGGS Work Jeans, RIGGS Knit Shirts, LaCrosse Work Boots, etc.
Also available at WorkWear1 are flame resistant clothing in the form of Carhartt FR, Walls FR and Flame Resistant Jackets. Other accessories available are work boots, insulated workwear, etc.
You’ll definitely love our lines of Carhartt Clothing and Carhartt Outerwear – we’re really stocking quite the collection. Everything for summertime and wintertime and all seasons in between, from work to casual – we’ve got clothing for you.
WorkWear1 is currently ready to serve some of the biggest profiles in the market. They have a database of over seventy-five companies. Moreover, it can be predicted with certainty that this trend will be continued for years and years to come.
About the Author
WorkWear1.com offers a great selection of Carhartt Clothing in addition to a wide variety of Carhartt Outerwear and many other Carhartt Clothing items.
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=282815&ca=Womens+Interest
Article Tags: carhartt, dickies, workwear1
Read more articles by: Lisa Girolami
Article published on August 14, 2008 at Isnare.com
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Lose Weight: 3 Sure-Fire Ways Busy Dads Blow Their Weight Loss Efforts
Submitted By: Jeanie Callen Barat
You kiss your wife and leave for the office every morning at 6:30 on the dot. You prod your teenage son to mow the lawn every Saturday afternoon. You change the oil in your car every 3000 miles. Busy dads know the importance of structure and regularity in juggling all of life's responsibilities. But should you be so rigid when it comes to nutrition and fitness routines and choices?
Having well-established habits and a consistent routine is great. But, it's not healthy at all to assume every fitness rule is set in stone. It's important to be flexible in your habits. If you want to lose weight, get fit and live a longer, stronger life then become aware and conscious of the real effects of some of your nutrition and exercise choices.
Get the Skinny on These 3 Widely Accepted "Fitness Rules" to Discover Why They May Not Work for You Anymore
1. Eat 5 meals throughout the day. While it's true that eating throughout the day helps keep your energy up, your hunger under control, and your metabolism burning, it's important to not eat TOO much. Quite often your small snacks or mini-meals turn into over-sized portions. So, even if you are making healthy selections, keep portion sizes in check. Think of the "handful" rule -- a handful of nuts, a palm-sized piece of protein -- and you'll keep portions in better perspective.
2. Stick to an exercise routine. Consistency is good, but variation is even better. Don't tie yourself to the treadmill when you could have fun with an occasional martial arts class or sign up for softball. If you don't include variety in your fitness plan, I guarantee you will hit a fitness plateaus. Although you will always be getting heart healthy benefits from any exercise, your body may not change unless you mix it up. Not ready to give up your favorite exercise? You don't have to! If you like walking or biking, add a few hills. Or go on a slower, longer jaunt one day and pick up the pace the next. More variety equals more results!
3. Plan your meals ahead. We've all had those long days where one thing leads to the next and suddenly you're home tired, stressed and starving. And now you're less than thrilled with the chicken breast and broccoli waiting in your fridge. There's no need to be so rigid with meal planning. Mapping out meals before you get hungry is smart. But so is including enough variety to give you several appealing options. Keep the family freezer stocked with healthy protein options like fish and lean beef. Fill the crisper with fresh fruits and veggies. Allow yourself to go for something tasty and satisfying within a range of smart and healthy options.
So don't forget to sometimes question those widely accepted hard-and-fast fitness and nutrition rules. Think about the real impact your choices have on your health and energy level. Be flexible in the range of options you create for yourself. And always remember that losing weight and getting in physical shape should be fun and eating should be a pleasure as well as a health choice.
About the Author
Master fitness trainer Jeanie Callen Barat, "The Fitness Jeanie," is a premier fitness consultant who can help you achieve your fitness goals today, no matter how busy you are. Now dads you can find out your answer to this question: "How Fit Are You?" with Jeanie's New, Free Quiz at: http://www.callenfitness.com. Take the quiz today and find out if you need a comprehensive, customized cardiovascular, strength training and nutrition program!
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=175925&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet
Article Tags: exercise, fitness, healthy
Read more articles by: Jeanie Callen Barat
Article published on August 09, 2008 at Isnare.com
You kiss your wife and leave for the office every morning at 6:30 on the dot. You prod your teenage son to mow the lawn every Saturday afternoon. You change the oil in your car every 3000 miles. Busy dads know the importance of structure and regularity in juggling all of life's responsibilities. But should you be so rigid when it comes to nutrition and fitness routines and choices?
Having well-established habits and a consistent routine is great. But, it's not healthy at all to assume every fitness rule is set in stone. It's important to be flexible in your habits. If you want to lose weight, get fit and live a longer, stronger life then become aware and conscious of the real effects of some of your nutrition and exercise choices.
Get the Skinny on These 3 Widely Accepted "Fitness Rules" to Discover Why They May Not Work for You Anymore
1. Eat 5 meals throughout the day. While it's true that eating throughout the day helps keep your energy up, your hunger under control, and your metabolism burning, it's important to not eat TOO much. Quite often your small snacks or mini-meals turn into over-sized portions. So, even if you are making healthy selections, keep portion sizes in check. Think of the "handful" rule -- a handful of nuts, a palm-sized piece of protein -- and you'll keep portions in better perspective.
2. Stick to an exercise routine. Consistency is good, but variation is even better. Don't tie yourself to the treadmill when you could have fun with an occasional martial arts class or sign up for softball. If you don't include variety in your fitness plan, I guarantee you will hit a fitness plateaus. Although you will always be getting heart healthy benefits from any exercise, your body may not change unless you mix it up. Not ready to give up your favorite exercise? You don't have to! If you like walking or biking, add a few hills. Or go on a slower, longer jaunt one day and pick up the pace the next. More variety equals more results!
3. Plan your meals ahead. We've all had those long days where one thing leads to the next and suddenly you're home tired, stressed and starving. And now you're less than thrilled with the chicken breast and broccoli waiting in your fridge. There's no need to be so rigid with meal planning. Mapping out meals before you get hungry is smart. But so is including enough variety to give you several appealing options. Keep the family freezer stocked with healthy protein options like fish and lean beef. Fill the crisper with fresh fruits and veggies. Allow yourself to go for something tasty and satisfying within a range of smart and healthy options.
So don't forget to sometimes question those widely accepted hard-and-fast fitness and nutrition rules. Think about the real impact your choices have on your health and energy level. Be flexible in the range of options you create for yourself. And always remember that losing weight and getting in physical shape should be fun and eating should be a pleasure as well as a health choice.
About the Author
Master fitness trainer Jeanie Callen Barat, "The Fitness Jeanie," is a premier fitness consultant who can help you achieve your fitness goals today, no matter how busy you are. Now dads you can find out your answer to this question: "How Fit Are You?" with Jeanie's New, Free Quiz at: http://www.callenfitness.com. Take the quiz today and find out if you need a comprehensive, customized cardiovascular, strength training and nutrition program!
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=175925&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet
Article Tags: exercise, fitness, healthy
Read more articles by: Jeanie Callen Barat
Article published on August 09, 2008 at Isnare.com
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Yoga For a Fit You
Submitted By: Christopher McCombs
Yoga is a wonderful way to tone up your mind and body and get in form as well as a big way to relax after a long day.
Yoga is a form of workout that is related with meditation, breathing practices and impossible positioning of the body. Art of living is actually 5,000 years old. It is not of recent origin. But it has become the trend of life style only recently. In reality yoga is a good choice both for the body and mind.
About Yoga Fitness.
With the stress today on health and fitness, we are re-evaluating how we stay fit. Some forms of yoga exercise need almost a good level of fitness to start. But the benefits of yoga can be derived by all ages and also at all levels of health and fitness.
Yoga fitness can be felt in all the mentioned 10 areas. They are:
o bigger balance
o low pulse rate,
o low respiratory rate,
o ameliorated cardiovascular functions,
o low blood pressure,
o enhanced flexibility and array of motion,
o altered energy,
o low weight,
o amended immune system. and
o bettered coordination.
In the early stages of yoga fitness program you will not feel and soreness or any body aches like in all other forms of exercises. But still if you feel any pain or your muscle aches then you may have to talk to your instructor. The reason may be that you are not doing the yoga exercises correctly.
Yoga brings in fitness not only to the body, but also to the mind. Your eating habits will also change. And you will always be active and fresh. Day by day you will be aware of the changes in your body and mind.
If you are not able to sleep during nights, then there is one simple breathing exercise, which will give you a good night’s sleep. You will wake up in the mornings refreshed. You will not look for coffee to get started for the day. But at the same time you will enjoy coffee when you want it. You can also find that you are no more dependant on such things.
Types of yoga:
There are three types of yoga. They are hatha yoga, power yoga and bikram yoga. Hatha yoga is a general type of yoga. Power yoga is of the aerobic style. The power yoga lays an emphasis on cardio. Bikram yoga is a yoga performed in a heated room to speed up detoxification. These are the types of yoga which you will have to select from and which suits your life style.
Kundalini yoga is another type of yoga. Kundalini is actually considered cultures to be the life force inside us. This life force inside us can be awakened. This type of yoga focuses on charkas in the body to beget a spiritual power.
Apart from power yoga, there are two other styles of yoga which are for the more fitness conscious people. They are iyengar and ashtanga yoga. These yogas give strong cardio workouts. They are fast flowing and are fit for them who need extreme fitness.
About the Author
Christopher McCombs is a Laguna Niguel Personal Trainer . Chris owns his own fitness and training business Positively Fit Inc. which helps people all over Orange County lose fat and get the body they want. You can learn more about Chris at http://www.socalworkout.com
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=281466&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet
Article Tags: body, power, yoga
Read more articles by: Christopher McCombs
Article published on August 08, 2008 at Isnare.com
Yoga is a wonderful way to tone up your mind and body and get in form as well as a big way to relax after a long day.
Yoga is a form of workout that is related with meditation, breathing practices and impossible positioning of the body. Art of living is actually 5,000 years old. It is not of recent origin. But it has become the trend of life style only recently. In reality yoga is a good choice both for the body and mind.
About Yoga Fitness.
With the stress today on health and fitness, we are re-evaluating how we stay fit. Some forms of yoga exercise need almost a good level of fitness to start. But the benefits of yoga can be derived by all ages and also at all levels of health and fitness.
Yoga fitness can be felt in all the mentioned 10 areas. They are:
o bigger balance
o low pulse rate,
o low respiratory rate,
o ameliorated cardiovascular functions,
o low blood pressure,
o enhanced flexibility and array of motion,
o altered energy,
o low weight,
o amended immune system. and
o bettered coordination.
In the early stages of yoga fitness program you will not feel and soreness or any body aches like in all other forms of exercises. But still if you feel any pain or your muscle aches then you may have to talk to your instructor. The reason may be that you are not doing the yoga exercises correctly.
Yoga brings in fitness not only to the body, but also to the mind. Your eating habits will also change. And you will always be active and fresh. Day by day you will be aware of the changes in your body and mind.
If you are not able to sleep during nights, then there is one simple breathing exercise, which will give you a good night’s sleep. You will wake up in the mornings refreshed. You will not look for coffee to get started for the day. But at the same time you will enjoy coffee when you want it. You can also find that you are no more dependant on such things.
Types of yoga:
There are three types of yoga. They are hatha yoga, power yoga and bikram yoga. Hatha yoga is a general type of yoga. Power yoga is of the aerobic style. The power yoga lays an emphasis on cardio. Bikram yoga is a yoga performed in a heated room to speed up detoxification. These are the types of yoga which you will have to select from and which suits your life style.
Kundalini yoga is another type of yoga. Kundalini is actually considered cultures to be the life force inside us. This life force inside us can be awakened. This type of yoga focuses on charkas in the body to beget a spiritual power.
Apart from power yoga, there are two other styles of yoga which are for the more fitness conscious people. They are iyengar and ashtanga yoga. These yogas give strong cardio workouts. They are fast flowing and are fit for them who need extreme fitness.
About the Author
Christopher McCombs is a Laguna Niguel Personal Trainer . Chris owns his own fitness and training business Positively Fit Inc. which helps people all over Orange County lose fat and get the body they want. You can learn more about Chris at http://www.socalworkout.com
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=281466&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet
Article Tags: body, power, yoga
Read more articles by: Christopher McCombs
Article published on August 08, 2008 at Isnare.com
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Women and Exercise
Submitted By: Christopher McCombs
Women are more prone to obesity. They have to exercise every day for as little as 10-30 minutes. This will enhance their quality of life.
Importance of exercise to women at different stages of life:
A woman, whatever her age, has to have some sort of physical activity to keep herself physically fit. The benefits derived from physical activity are enormous. This little extra activity adds to the quality of life a women can have. Now we shall examine the need for exercise at different stages of a women’s life.
Early days
Before the advent of computers and televisions, children were not required to exercise. But once the computers became popular, studies conducted has found that a little exercise for children is also a must. A child sticks to her computer or television which takes away from her the option of playing on the ground. This lack of exercise will lead to unhealthy adults’ generation. The present age killer is the cardio vascular diseases. This disease can attack men and women alike and it is due to the lack of exercise. So the prime time for developing healthy lifestyle and good habits is in childhood and adolescence.
Middle age:
When a woman is in her middle age, the most common complaint she has is that of weight gain. The weight gain is slow but persistent. The major belief for this weight gain is due to hormonal changes. Yet some others link this weight gain to reduced amount of lean muscle tissue. This decreased amount of lean muscle tissue results in a slower metabolic rate. Research has shown that women, who have adopted some extra physical activity, have more lean muscle tissues even in their middle age. This helps them to an increased rate of metabolic activity and the rate of weight gain is less.
It has also been found out that many other common complaints of women can be avoided or even controlled by exercising. Exercise not only improves sleep but also helps in improved energy levels during the day. Exercise also controls diseases like blood pressure, arthritis, high levels of cholesterol etc. One of the crucial reasons for women to at least start exercise in her middle age is to keep off from osteoporosis. A woman’ s density of the bone starts declining from her middle age and bone loss speeds up after her menopause. Thus to avoid this women can adapt herself to walking, jogging or strength training to reap the benefits of healthy life.
Elderly
Elderly women can also live a good and healthy life style if she takes up to lighter exercise. Research has found that even those who are in their 90’s can also be physically fit. The best of exercise is that it is never too late to start. So starting to exercise at a later stage of life can also keep a women fit and lead a quality life. So women of today what are you waiting for? Start today right now and discover the secret to a healthy life.
About the Author
Christopher McCombs and his team run Irvine Weight Loss , a fitness and weight loss program in Southern California. Chris owns fitness and training business Positively Fit Inc. which helps people lose fat and get the body they want. You can learn more about Chris at http://www.socalworkout.com
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=280979&ca=Womens+Interest
Article Tags: age, exercise, women
Read more articles by: Christopher McCombs
Article published on August 07, 2008 at Isnare.com
Women are more prone to obesity. They have to exercise every day for as little as 10-30 minutes. This will enhance their quality of life.
Importance of exercise to women at different stages of life:
A woman, whatever her age, has to have some sort of physical activity to keep herself physically fit. The benefits derived from physical activity are enormous. This little extra activity adds to the quality of life a women can have. Now we shall examine the need for exercise at different stages of a women’s life.
Early days
Before the advent of computers and televisions, children were not required to exercise. But once the computers became popular, studies conducted has found that a little exercise for children is also a must. A child sticks to her computer or television which takes away from her the option of playing on the ground. This lack of exercise will lead to unhealthy adults’ generation. The present age killer is the cardio vascular diseases. This disease can attack men and women alike and it is due to the lack of exercise. So the prime time for developing healthy lifestyle and good habits is in childhood and adolescence.
Middle age:
When a woman is in her middle age, the most common complaint she has is that of weight gain. The weight gain is slow but persistent. The major belief for this weight gain is due to hormonal changes. Yet some others link this weight gain to reduced amount of lean muscle tissue. This decreased amount of lean muscle tissue results in a slower metabolic rate. Research has shown that women, who have adopted some extra physical activity, have more lean muscle tissues even in their middle age. This helps them to an increased rate of metabolic activity and the rate of weight gain is less.
It has also been found out that many other common complaints of women can be avoided or even controlled by exercising. Exercise not only improves sleep but also helps in improved energy levels during the day. Exercise also controls diseases like blood pressure, arthritis, high levels of cholesterol etc. One of the crucial reasons for women to at least start exercise in her middle age is to keep off from osteoporosis. A woman’ s density of the bone starts declining from her middle age and bone loss speeds up after her menopause. Thus to avoid this women can adapt herself to walking, jogging or strength training to reap the benefits of healthy life.
Elderly
Elderly women can also live a good and healthy life style if she takes up to lighter exercise. Research has found that even those who are in their 90’s can also be physically fit. The best of exercise is that it is never too late to start. So starting to exercise at a later stage of life can also keep a women fit and lead a quality life. So women of today what are you waiting for? Start today right now and discover the secret to a healthy life.
About the Author
Christopher McCombs and his team run Irvine Weight Loss , a fitness and weight loss program in Southern California. Chris owns fitness and training business Positively Fit Inc. which helps people lose fat and get the body they want. You can learn more about Chris at http://www.socalworkout.com
Published At: www.Isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=280979&ca=Womens+Interest
Article Tags: age, exercise, women
Read more articles by: Christopher McCombs
Article published on August 07, 2008 at Isnare.com
Makeup Ideas For All Women
Submitted By: Amanda Bynes
Women wear make-up for various reasons. In the first instance, women use make-up to beautify their face - to improve their best qualities and to improve their weak points. Women, since time, have always had problems with aging - growing old and looking old. However, not all types of make-up is right for you. Women who have just learned how to use make-up usually get overexcited and head out the door to buy the latest products in order to sport the latest trends in make-up, without taking into account their age and complexion, which they will think are the best . As a means to fight against the cruel effects of time in terms of their beauty is concerned, women use different techniques, including various make-up ideas.
It is important to use make-up that is appropriate to your age. The make-up idea is great advice, so you can avoid looking fake or appearing too over made-up. While the make-up can help you appear young and fresh, you may also appear worn out if it is not applied correctly. There are techniques that will help you decide whether to buy a lipstick with a bright shade to go with the darker hue.
If you are young, you do not have to wear too much make-up, because time is on your side: your youth is your greatest asset. Play it and emphasize that, instead of having it hidden under layers of make-up. In addition, this is a time in your life when acne breakouts typically occurs. In order to avoid problems with acne, wear make-up only if necessary, for example, during a big school happening or on a date. Go for absolute basic foundation, which is water-based and water-oil-free, eyeshadow in natural colors, no or very little mascara, clear gel blush if you have dry skin and powder blush if you have oily skin and lightly tinted lip gloss.
If you're twenty-something, your make-up should reflect the full bloom of womanhood. The idea is to choose colors that match the colour of your eyes, skin tone, and disposition, and to keep everything light and easy. Use a basic light foundation, light powder blush, and lightly tinted lipstick. During the evening affairs, you can switch to the sophisticated look by choosing darker shades.
If you are a thirty-something, signs of ageing may have started to appear on your face, including the crows feet and fine lines. This is the time when the need to tone down your make-pallets. Use more Foundation, but nonetheless decide to use light blush and eyeshadow. Frosted make-up products are intended for women in this age category, but actually the frosted make-up only increases your wrinkles, so try not to use them.
If you are a forty-something, signs of aging are more obvious. In order to avoid further damage to the skin, wear make-up, which offers protection and is made of fine ingredients. Use oil-based foundation, if you have dry skin or powder foundation if you have oily skin, and lay the foundation lightly on your wrinkles. For the darks spots and dark circles under your eyes, use concealer, preferably in the form of cream to give you color and warmth, use light blush on your cheeks. When you enter fifty, do not use blue and red shades, as well as frosty, silver or shiny colors.
With these make-up ideas, you will look beautiful at any age.
About the Author
In order to get the best cosmetics to enhance your natural beauty be sure to visit http://www.youravon.com/tpollard.
Article Tags: makeup, foundation, blush
Read more articles by: Amanda Bynes
Article published on August 07, 2008 at Isnare.com
Women wear make-up for various reasons. In the first instance, women use make-up to beautify their face - to improve their best qualities and to improve their weak points. Women, since time, have always had problems with aging - growing old and looking old. However, not all types of make-up is right for you. Women who have just learned how to use make-up usually get overexcited and head out the door to buy the latest products in order to sport the latest trends in make-up, without taking into account their age and complexion, which they will think are the best . As a means to fight against the cruel effects of time in terms of their beauty is concerned, women use different techniques, including various make-up ideas.
It is important to use make-up that is appropriate to your age. The make-up idea is great advice, so you can avoid looking fake or appearing too over made-up. While the make-up can help you appear young and fresh, you may also appear worn out if it is not applied correctly. There are techniques that will help you decide whether to buy a lipstick with a bright shade to go with the darker hue.
If you are young, you do not have to wear too much make-up, because time is on your side: your youth is your greatest asset. Play it and emphasize that, instead of having it hidden under layers of make-up. In addition, this is a time in your life when acne breakouts typically occurs. In order to avoid problems with acne, wear make-up only if necessary, for example, during a big school happening or on a date. Go for absolute basic foundation, which is water-based and water-oil-free, eyeshadow in natural colors, no or very little mascara, clear gel blush if you have dry skin and powder blush if you have oily skin and lightly tinted lip gloss.
If you're twenty-something, your make-up should reflect the full bloom of womanhood. The idea is to choose colors that match the colour of your eyes, skin tone, and disposition, and to keep everything light and easy. Use a basic light foundation, light powder blush, and lightly tinted lipstick. During the evening affairs, you can switch to the sophisticated look by choosing darker shades.
If you are a thirty-something, signs of ageing may have started to appear on your face, including the crows feet and fine lines. This is the time when the need to tone down your make-pallets. Use more Foundation, but nonetheless decide to use light blush and eyeshadow. Frosted make-up products are intended for women in this age category, but actually the frosted make-up only increases your wrinkles, so try not to use them.
If you are a forty-something, signs of aging are more obvious. In order to avoid further damage to the skin, wear make-up, which offers protection and is made of fine ingredients. Use oil-based foundation, if you have dry skin or powder foundation if you have oily skin, and lay the foundation lightly on your wrinkles. For the darks spots and dark circles under your eyes, use concealer, preferably in the form of cream to give you color and warmth, use light blush on your cheeks. When you enter fifty, do not use blue and red shades, as well as frosty, silver or shiny colors.
With these make-up ideas, you will look beautiful at any age.
About the Author
In order to get the best cosmetics to enhance your natural beauty be sure to visit http://www.youravon.com/tpollard.
Article Tags: makeup, foundation, blush
Read more articles by: Amanda Bynes
Article published on August 07, 2008 at Isnare.com
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DHA an Essential Fatty Acid For Better Health
Submitted By: Darrell Miller
DHA is a fatty acid that is essential for many body processes and structures. Fatty acids are the building blocks that create lipids, which are important nutrients that make up 25 to 45 percent of total body energy for most of those who are living in industrialized countries. The majority of dietary fatty acids are made from dairy products, meat, margarine, and vegetable oils.
Lipids are important because they store and transport energy from one part of the body to another and they also insulate and mechanically protect certain parts of the body. Any fat that is eaten is converted by the body into fatty acids, where it is then burned for energy, stored, or synthesized into other acids which are called prostaglandins. Some fatty acids are also vital structural components of cell membranes. DHA is part of a special class of highly concentrated, long-chained, polyunsaturated fatty acids called omega-3 fatty acids.
Omega-3 fatty acids are looked at as one of the most fundamental molecules in the structure and activity of the membranes of all cells. They have a huge influence on the production of cellular regulatory compounds which are known as eicosanoids. They also are highly specialized in their function in neurological tissues, especially the retina of the eye. It is also very likely that omega-3s have specific and beneficial effects on the heart muscle, while they also influence the production of substances that control immune responses.
Fatty acids are short-chained, medium-chained, or long chained. Short-chain fatty acids are water-soluble and absorbed directly from the intestine into the bloodstream. They are generally used for immediate energy and can be found most abundantly in dairy products. Long-chained fatty acids are more emphasized when it comes to health concerns as they are stored in cell membranes and have a huge affect on membrane protein function. Their behavior in tissue membrane is what makes them greatly influential in health.
Besides the length of the chain, fatty acids are also described by their saturation. Saturation means how many hydrogen atoms the fatty acid carries. Fatty acids that carry as many hydrogen atoms as they can are called saturated fatty acids, while those that lose a pair of hydrogen atoms become unsaturated. This loss of hydrogen atoms creates a double bond between the two carbon atoms on either side of the missing hydrogen atoms. Those fatty acids that have one double bond are called monounsaturated fatty acids, while those with two or more double bonds are called polyunsaturated fatty acids. Most omega-3 fatty acids are highly unsaturated and have five or more double bonds.
EPA and alpha-linolenic acid are most commonly found in plant sources. DHA and EPA are made in phytoplankton, which is consumed by fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. The above reason is why these two essential fatty acids are found mainly in the aquatic food chain. LNA and EPA cannot substitute for DHA in all metabolic functions, even though DHA and EPA are more able to cover for each other in certain metabolic functions.
It has been found that LNA is less effective than EPA which is less effective than DHA in enriching tissues, meaning that food sources such as vegetables and seed oils are not as good of sources than sea foods or other foods that are enriched with DHA and EPA. DHA in itself provides most of the health benefits displayed in research, to take essential oils that contain no DHA would limit the health benefits discussed above and from other sources. Have you had your DHA today?
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DHA is a fatty acid that is essential for many body processes and structures. Fatty acids are the building blocks that create lipids, which are important nutrients that make up 25 to 45 percent of total body energy for most of those who are living in industrialized countries. The majority of dietary fatty acids are made from dairy products, meat, margarine, and vegetable oils.
Lipids are important because they store and transport energy from one part of the body to another and they also insulate and mechanically protect certain parts of the body. Any fat that is eaten is converted by the body into fatty acids, where it is then burned for energy, stored, or synthesized into other acids which are called prostaglandins. Some fatty acids are also vital structural components of cell membranes. DHA is part of a special class of highly concentrated, long-chained, polyunsaturated fatty acids called omega-3 fatty acids.
Omega-3 fatty acids are looked at as one of the most fundamental molecules in the structure and activity of the membranes of all cells. They have a huge influence on the production of cellular regulatory compounds which are known as eicosanoids. They also are highly specialized in their function in neurological tissues, especially the retina of the eye. It is also very likely that omega-3s have specific and beneficial effects on the heart muscle, while they also influence the production of substances that control immune responses.
Fatty acids are short-chained, medium-chained, or long chained. Short-chain fatty acids are water-soluble and absorbed directly from the intestine into the bloodstream. They are generally used for immediate energy and can be found most abundantly in dairy products. Long-chained fatty acids are more emphasized when it comes to health concerns as they are stored in cell membranes and have a huge affect on membrane protein function. Their behavior in tissue membrane is what makes them greatly influential in health.
Besides the length of the chain, fatty acids are also described by their saturation. Saturation means how many hydrogen atoms the fatty acid carries. Fatty acids that carry as many hydrogen atoms as they can are called saturated fatty acids, while those that lose a pair of hydrogen atoms become unsaturated. This loss of hydrogen atoms creates a double bond between the two carbon atoms on either side of the missing hydrogen atoms. Those fatty acids that have one double bond are called monounsaturated fatty acids, while those with two or more double bonds are called polyunsaturated fatty acids. Most omega-3 fatty acids are highly unsaturated and have five or more double bonds.
EPA and alpha-linolenic acid are most commonly found in plant sources. DHA and EPA are made in phytoplankton, which is consumed by fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. The above reason is why these two essential fatty acids are found mainly in the aquatic food chain. LNA and EPA cannot substitute for DHA in all metabolic functions, even though DHA and EPA are more able to cover for each other in certain metabolic functions.
It has been found that LNA is less effective than EPA which is less effective than DHA in enriching tissues, meaning that food sources such as vegetables and seed oils are not as good of sources than sea foods or other foods that are enriched with DHA and EPA. DHA in itself provides most of the health benefits displayed in research, to take essential oils that contain no DHA would limit the health benefits discussed above and from other sources. Have you had your DHA today?
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Article published on August 05, 2008 at Isnare.com
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Menopause
Submitted By: Pat Burns
Menopause is a condition all women go through at some time in their lives. It means the cessation of the production of eggs and the cessation of the menstrual cycle. Women can undergo menopause in their thirties but generally undergo it in their early to mid fifties. It is preceded by pre-menopause or perimenopause, where the ovaries are still somewhat functional.
Menopause is generally a natural process; however there are certain medical conditions that trigger menopause earlier than normal. For example, if a woman has a hysterectomy and her ovaries are removed, she goes into sudden and immediate menopause. There is no perimenopausal phase when there is a surgical menopause.
Women who have chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer can have the ovaries affected enough to go into menopause. A total of 1 percent of women undergo premature ovarian failure, which involves having menopause before the age of forty. This is often due to genetic factors or due to autoimmune diseases but can be idiopathic.
A woman is considered in menopause if she hasn’t had a menstrual period for a year. The symptoms and signs of menopause, though, can appear for years before the actual time of menopause. Symptoms include decreased fertility, hot flashes, irregular periods, mood swings, sleep problems, vaginal dryness, increased fat around the midsection, thinning hair and a loss of the fullness of the breasts. The symptoms can be mild and not need any treatment or they can be so severe that treatment is necessary in order to get through it.
One can tell a person is in menopause just by tracking the symptoms a person has or the doctor can check an FSH level to decide whether or not the person is in menopause. FSH stands for follicle stimulating hormone and is a brain chemical that is normally blocked by estrogen and progesterone release from the ovaries. When the ovaries fail to produce estrogen and progesterone, the FSH level increases and above a certain value can indicate a person is in menopause. Doctors also recommend checking a thyroid stimulating hormone or TSH because low thyroid conditions are common around the time of menopause.
The treatment of menopause depends on the symptoms and how severe they are. Menopause itself doesn’t require any treatment unless a woman desires treatment. The mainstay of treatment is hormonal therapy in the form of estrogen and progesterone, which are good treatments for hot flashes. In some cases, low dose antidepressants have been found to reduce hot flashes, particularly the SSRI class of antidepressants. They can also help with the mood swings of menopause.
Neurontin, also known as gabapentin, is an anti-seizure medication that has been found to improve hot flashes. Clonidine, given as a pill or a patch is a medication used to treat high blood pressure but also reduces hot flashes in menopausal women. Bisphosphonates are often used to treat osteoporosis that is at an increased risk during and after menopause. It is commonly prescribed to women going through menopause as a preventative. Medications like Evista can also be prescribed in menopause for osteoporosis. Some women get by on vaginal estrogen cream that reduces atrophic vaginitis or vaginal dryness so common around menopause.
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Article published on August 04, 2008 at Isnare.com
Menopause is a condition all women go through at some time in their lives. It means the cessation of the production of eggs and the cessation of the menstrual cycle. Women can undergo menopause in their thirties but generally undergo it in their early to mid fifties. It is preceded by pre-menopause or perimenopause, where the ovaries are still somewhat functional.
Menopause is generally a natural process; however there are certain medical conditions that trigger menopause earlier than normal. For example, if a woman has a hysterectomy and her ovaries are removed, she goes into sudden and immediate menopause. There is no perimenopausal phase when there is a surgical menopause.
Women who have chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer can have the ovaries affected enough to go into menopause. A total of 1 percent of women undergo premature ovarian failure, which involves having menopause before the age of forty. This is often due to genetic factors or due to autoimmune diseases but can be idiopathic.
A woman is considered in menopause if she hasn’t had a menstrual period for a year. The symptoms and signs of menopause, though, can appear for years before the actual time of menopause. Symptoms include decreased fertility, hot flashes, irregular periods, mood swings, sleep problems, vaginal dryness, increased fat around the midsection, thinning hair and a loss of the fullness of the breasts. The symptoms can be mild and not need any treatment or they can be so severe that treatment is necessary in order to get through it.
One can tell a person is in menopause just by tracking the symptoms a person has or the doctor can check an FSH level to decide whether or not the person is in menopause. FSH stands for follicle stimulating hormone and is a brain chemical that is normally blocked by estrogen and progesterone release from the ovaries. When the ovaries fail to produce estrogen and progesterone, the FSH level increases and above a certain value can indicate a person is in menopause. Doctors also recommend checking a thyroid stimulating hormone or TSH because low thyroid conditions are common around the time of menopause.
The treatment of menopause depends on the symptoms and how severe they are. Menopause itself doesn’t require any treatment unless a woman desires treatment. The mainstay of treatment is hormonal therapy in the form of estrogen and progesterone, which are good treatments for hot flashes. In some cases, low dose antidepressants have been found to reduce hot flashes, particularly the SSRI class of antidepressants. They can also help with the mood swings of menopause.
Neurontin, also known as gabapentin, is an anti-seizure medication that has been found to improve hot flashes. Clonidine, given as a pill or a patch is a medication used to treat high blood pressure but also reduces hot flashes in menopausal women. Bisphosphonates are often used to treat osteoporosis that is at an increased risk during and after menopause. It is commonly prescribed to women going through menopause as a preventative. Medications like Evista can also be prescribed in menopause for osteoporosis. Some women get by on vaginal estrogen cream that reduces atrophic vaginitis or vaginal dryness so common around menopause.
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Article published on August 04, 2008 at Isnare.com
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In House Beauty Treatment
Submitted By: Nasrullah Mardani
Instead of wasting your time and money in a beauty saloon you can do the same treatments at home yourself with less than one-fourth the amount of money you spend in a saloon.
Facial
Facial is a sort of guardian angel which in a short time rejuvenates the skin. Tie up your hair. Then clean your face with good cleansing milk. Wipe off with a piece of cotton wool dipped in water. Release impurities by steaming. Steaming is done by putting your face over a basin full of hot water, with a towel over your head to keep the steam in as long as possible. Steam for 5 minutes only. Hold your face 25 cms above the water otherwise you will have broken veins. For dry skin steam for 5 minutes and if you have oily skin then steam for 10 minutes. The heat dilates the pores and empties them of dirt and cleanses the skin of all its impurities. Thoroughly wipe a damp napkin and pat dry. Now apply a facial scrub. Use gentle circular movements and avoid the eye areas. After 20 minutes wash off and apply a mask for greasy skin. Gently apply eye cream. After 20 minutes wash off and apply a alcohol free toner. While the skin is still damp apply a moisturizer.
Warning- Do not gives yourself a facial if you have acne or other skin conditions. You might make the condition worse.
Perfect eyebrows
Only one professional brow-shaping done in a saloon can help you maintain perfect eyebrows all your life. Every day see your eyebrows in a mirror kept near open window where you get plenty of light. If you see any stray hair just pluck them out with a tweezer. If you find that tweezing is painful then take the sting out of the operation by dabbing the eyebrows with a piece of cotton wool dipped either in eau-de-cologne or astringent lotion. All the stray hair from above the nose should be plucked out regularly by using a pair of scissors. This should be done daily without fail to keep your eyebrows permanently in shape.
Waxing
To prepare your own wax at home, take 250 grams of sugar and squeeze in juice of 6 large limes. Cook the mixture over gentle fire till it turns light brown and sticky. Remove from fire and mix in 1 tablespoon glycerine. Apply the wax in the direction of the hair growth with the help of a blunt knife. Press a clean strip of cotton cloth over the wax. Grip the edge of the strip firmly. Pull off in one swift motion against the skin in the opposite direction making the removal of hair easier. Before starting waxing on any area, dust the area with talcum powder to ensure that the wax pulls off cleanly. After waxing, moisturize the skin with a moisturizing lotion or cream.
Manicure
Your nails deserve a weekly manicure to keep them in a good condition. Remove old nail polish a day in advance to give them a chance to breathe in oxygen and to get the benefits of sun and air. Before beginning your manicure, wash your hands thoroughly with hot soapy water using a soft shaving brush. Apply cuticle remover over cuticles with a cotton bud. Cuticle remover softens and loosens cuticles. Never cut cuticles and do not push them back too hard as you might hurt live tissues at the nail base. Wash fingertips again, work off dead skin with a napkin and then dry hands thoroughly. Massage a little warm olive oil around the nails and then wipe thoroughly so that no trace of grease remains. Cut nails and shape them using a nail file. Use long movements in one direction. Gently level the tips with downward strokes so as to seal together the nail layers. Now scrub nails downwards with a nail brush dipped in warm soapy water and dry thoroughly. Place your hands firmly on a table and apply a thin even layer of nail polish. Stroke brush down the middle, base to tips and then do the sides, Stop and dry and apply a second thin coat and wait till it dries up. Finally apply a thin top coat and leave to dry. Reapply every few days sealing the edges to make your manicure last longer. Keep nail polish in the fridge to prevent it from thickening. Do not shake the nail polish bottle if you want to use it (it creates air bubbles). Roll between your palms instead.
Pedicure
Don’t ever have long toe nails… It’s just not done. Keep nails up to the edge of the toe. Cut straight across to prevent ingrown toe nails. File the nails carefully and remove old nail polish. Push back cuticles with cotton buds. Soak the feet in warm soapy water and scrub with a foot brush to remove dead cells. Dry well and nip off any ugly nails or bits of dead skin with scissors. Before applying nail polish, place small swabs of cotton between each toe. Paint the nails using a thin coat first and then follow up with 2 more coats of nail polish.
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Article published on August 01, 2008 at Isnare.com
Instead of wasting your time and money in a beauty saloon you can do the same treatments at home yourself with less than one-fourth the amount of money you spend in a saloon.
Facial
Facial is a sort of guardian angel which in a short time rejuvenates the skin. Tie up your hair. Then clean your face with good cleansing milk. Wipe off with a piece of cotton wool dipped in water. Release impurities by steaming. Steaming is done by putting your face over a basin full of hot water, with a towel over your head to keep the steam in as long as possible. Steam for 5 minutes only. Hold your face 25 cms above the water otherwise you will have broken veins. For dry skin steam for 5 minutes and if you have oily skin then steam for 10 minutes. The heat dilates the pores and empties them of dirt and cleanses the skin of all its impurities. Thoroughly wipe a damp napkin and pat dry. Now apply a facial scrub. Use gentle circular movements and avoid the eye areas. After 20 minutes wash off and apply a mask for greasy skin. Gently apply eye cream. After 20 minutes wash off and apply a alcohol free toner. While the skin is still damp apply a moisturizer.
Warning- Do not gives yourself a facial if you have acne or other skin conditions. You might make the condition worse.
Perfect eyebrows
Only one professional brow-shaping done in a saloon can help you maintain perfect eyebrows all your life. Every day see your eyebrows in a mirror kept near open window where you get plenty of light. If you see any stray hair just pluck them out with a tweezer. If you find that tweezing is painful then take the sting out of the operation by dabbing the eyebrows with a piece of cotton wool dipped either in eau-de-cologne or astringent lotion. All the stray hair from above the nose should be plucked out regularly by using a pair of scissors. This should be done daily without fail to keep your eyebrows permanently in shape.
Waxing
To prepare your own wax at home, take 250 grams of sugar and squeeze in juice of 6 large limes. Cook the mixture over gentle fire till it turns light brown and sticky. Remove from fire and mix in 1 tablespoon glycerine. Apply the wax in the direction of the hair growth with the help of a blunt knife. Press a clean strip of cotton cloth over the wax. Grip the edge of the strip firmly. Pull off in one swift motion against the skin in the opposite direction making the removal of hair easier. Before starting waxing on any area, dust the area with talcum powder to ensure that the wax pulls off cleanly. After waxing, moisturize the skin with a moisturizing lotion or cream.
Manicure
Your nails deserve a weekly manicure to keep them in a good condition. Remove old nail polish a day in advance to give them a chance to breathe in oxygen and to get the benefits of sun and air. Before beginning your manicure, wash your hands thoroughly with hot soapy water using a soft shaving brush. Apply cuticle remover over cuticles with a cotton bud. Cuticle remover softens and loosens cuticles. Never cut cuticles and do not push them back too hard as you might hurt live tissues at the nail base. Wash fingertips again, work off dead skin with a napkin and then dry hands thoroughly. Massage a little warm olive oil around the nails and then wipe thoroughly so that no trace of grease remains. Cut nails and shape them using a nail file. Use long movements in one direction. Gently level the tips with downward strokes so as to seal together the nail layers. Now scrub nails downwards with a nail brush dipped in warm soapy water and dry thoroughly. Place your hands firmly on a table and apply a thin even layer of nail polish. Stroke brush down the middle, base to tips and then do the sides, Stop and dry and apply a second thin coat and wait till it dries up. Finally apply a thin top coat and leave to dry. Reapply every few days sealing the edges to make your manicure last longer. Keep nail polish in the fridge to prevent it from thickening. Do not shake the nail polish bottle if you want to use it (it creates air bubbles). Roll between your palms instead.
Pedicure
Don’t ever have long toe nails… It’s just not done. Keep nails up to the edge of the toe. Cut straight across to prevent ingrown toe nails. File the nails carefully and remove old nail polish. Push back cuticles with cotton buds. Soak the feet in warm soapy water and scrub with a foot brush to remove dead cells. Dry well and nip off any ugly nails or bits of dead skin with scissors. Before applying nail polish, place small swabs of cotton between each toe. Paint the nails using a thin coat first and then follow up with 2 more coats of nail polish.
About the Author
This article is submitted by Rankerz SEO Company for their client hairlosstreatment x for the keyword Hair Loss Treatment.
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Article Tags: apply, nail, polish
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Article published on August 01, 2008 at Isnare.com
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