Submitted By: Candace Czarny
Feng Shui can be used in any part of your home or working space, but focusing on rooms that you frequent is a good place to begin. As you will spend much of your life in your bedroom, this is where many people feel comfortable making changes first. The bedroom is not only the location in which we relax and rest, but it is also the focus of relationships and love. Without these things in balance, the rest of your life can become problematic. To begin this bedroom transformation (as well as life change), you will want to consider the Feng Shui bed options that you have and what they mean for your energy flow.
To start off any Feng Shui bed, you will want to look at the headboard structure. The material should be related to one of the five elements – fire, wood, earth, metal, or water. Next, you will want to look at the headboard’s shape to see if it is appropriate for you. Those that deal with a lot of office stress will find that a metallic headboard with a rounded shape is effective for their overall relaxation. Rectangle and square headboards are typical of those that have earth or wood element energy. The strong design of these sharp corners invokes a sense of structure and stability. The oval or the wave shaped headboard works well with the water element. Those that are creative or who are artists or musicians will find this smoothed shape soothing and helpful in promoting new ideas. However, those that are related to the fire element will find that the angular shape this element invokes is not conducive to rest, so it should be avoided.
In most cases, headboards are found in either metal or wood constructions. When looking for a Feng Shui bed design that promotes peace for you, the metal frame is best for those who work in an office setting, while those who favor stability will want to opt for the wood. The wood is grounding and can help with anxiety or pressure in the person’s outside life. But in general, it’s the shape of the headboard that is more important than the material, though if you have a choice, it’s best to find your elemental match.
Other things to keep in mind when choosing a Feng Shui bed headboard include avoiding the use of open headboards as they are not supportive to the sleeping cycle or energy balancing. Mirrors on headboards can also be problematic as they reflect energy away from those sleeping or directly onto those sleeping, disrupting their energy. Designs that include ‘poisoned arrows’ or sharp points that face those sleeping should also be avoided. Headboards that resemble tombstones or denote any sort of violence are associated with death and are not recommended as well nor are headboards with crosses. However, headboards with x’s are fine and suitable.
Moving to the opposite end of the Feng Shui bed, the footboard is something that has stricter rules. It can not be any higher in height than the mattress of the bed as this will block the flow of energy into the bed, creating disruptions for those sleeping there. But lower styled footboards are fine, and will allow for a nice design as well as even flow of energy.
Where you put your Feng Shui bed is nearly as important as which kind of bed you choose. Placing a bed by the window is not a good Feng Shui practice as it allows energy to flow out of it, hurting the energy flow for those sleeping. The bed should be placed alongside a solid wall that prevents this from happening. But that wall should not be one that is shared by the bathroom, as the water energy is draining. Other tips include:
• Do not place the bed underneath a ceiling fan
• Do not have the bed facing the doorway
• Do place a bedroom light to the side of the bed, rather than over the bed
• Do place clocks to the side of the bed
Clutter is another factor that can influence your Feng Shui bed. By having too many things surrounding your bed, you can create problems with energy flow. A dresser at the foot of your bed is a good example of this.
In terms of a Feng Shui bed for your children, a bunk bed is not the best way to go. While it might seem more convenient, it actually causes disruptions of energy with the support bars as well as limits energy of the one sleeping on the top bunk.
Where you sleep is crucial to how you face the world each day. By taking the time to find a Feng Shui bed that matches your personal element as well as increases energy flow, you will wake up refreshed each morning and ready for whatever comes your way.
About the Author
Candace Czarny, ASID, CFM, LEED AP, "Award Winning" Interior Designer, Feng Shui Expert & Author of 20 Minute Feng Shui is continually ranked "Top 10" in Google and Yahoo. Clients testify of dramatic results!
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Applying Natural Mineral Makeup
Submitted By: Sonya Spencer
Mineral Setting Powder
Setting powder can be used to prime your face for long lasting oil control, simply apply setting powder, and then apply your foundation on top.
For maximum oil absorption and to reduce the appearance of large pores, apply Setting Powder with a cosmetic sponge before foundation application. Press and roll the sponge into the skin for best results and a smooth appearance.
For long lasting, matte finish, simply dust your Setting Powder over your foundation with a kabuki brush.
To prime lips and eye area for long lasting makeup, apply with a suitably sized brush (kabuki for large areas or eyeshadow brush for smaller areas), then apply colour.
Mineral Foundation
When it comes to Mineral Foundations, most are natural and do not contain fillers, this makes them concentrated and thus a little goes a long way.
Allow your moisturiser to completely soak in and penetrated the skin before applying the mineral foundation, this promotes a smoother coverage. Mineral foundation powders glide beautifully onto dry skin and then work with your natural oils to create a smooth look.
To apply:
• Step 1 – Dip your Kabuki Brush into the powder and work into the bristles ensuring the brush is evenly coated.
• Step 2 – Tap off the excess powder, turn the brush bristles up and tap lightly against a hard surface to settle the powder.
• Step 3 – For light coverage: apply in soft downward strokes all over the face. For heavier coverage: apply in a circular buffing motion over your whole face.
The secret to applying mineral cosmetics professionally is a good Kabuki brush. However a latex sponge is excellent for creating a matte finish.
There is no need to add more mineral makeup to the brush when working around the eye area, as it may settle in the lines around your eyes and highlight those crow’s-feet!
If you apply your mineral make up in very sheer layers, the light refracting qualities of the pure minerals will cover your skin naturally and allow your inner beauty to shine forth.
Dry flaky skin can be addressed easily by blending your mineral foundation with a good liquid primer. First moisturise as usual, and then tap a small amount of powder into the palm of your hand and add a tiny amount of primer; blend the products together until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency Apply using the tips of your fingers or make-up sponge.
A good organic facial mist or spritz is a great way to keep your make up moist particularly if you have very dry skin. This acts as a huge glass of water for your skin by re-hydrating it and stopping a dry or flaky look. Use a flocked sponge in a downward motion to lightly smooth your make up and minimise the appearance of large pores.
Mineral Make-up can be applied after certain facial work and treatments and with the soothing and calming properties of zinc, mineral cosmetics are the only cosmetics recommended by leading beautician’s, dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons.
Mineral Bronzer & Blush Powder
• Step 1 – Dip your Kabuki Brush into the powder and work into the bristles ensuring the brush is evenly coated.
• Step 2 – Tap off the excess powder, turn the brush bristles up and tap lightly against a hard surface to settle the powder.
• Step 3 – Bronzer, apply in light downward strokes to areas of your face where the sun would naturally hit your face. Such as your cheeks, chin, and T-zone. Apply your Blush in the same way to your cheek bones, and blend downward towards the outer corner of your lip and upward in a circular motion to the outer corner of your eye.
You can apply the powder to your face or body. Bronzers are a safe and effective alternative to a fake tan. It works well on your chest and arms. So that the fine hairs and pores of your skin to lay flat, apply your bronzer or blush in downward strokes (ie with the natural direction of your hair). Even if you’re aiming for maximum coverage, several light layers are better than one thick one.
Bronzer can also be used to ‘warm up’ your foundation. Use sparingly over the face area concentrating on the areas that the sun would naturally hit. The secret to using mineral makeup is to apply it in very sheer layers. It is the light refracting qualities of the pure minerals that give it the ability to cover the skin naturally and allow your inner beauty to shine forth.
Cheers SonyaNaturally Safe and Inika Cosmetics
Mineral Setting Powder
Setting powder can be used to prime your face for long lasting oil control, simply apply setting powder, and then apply your foundation on top.
For maximum oil absorption and to reduce the appearance of large pores, apply Setting Powder with a cosmetic sponge before foundation application. Press and roll the sponge into the skin for best results and a smooth appearance.
For long lasting, matte finish, simply dust your Setting Powder over your foundation with a kabuki brush.
To prime lips and eye area for long lasting makeup, apply with a suitably sized brush (kabuki for large areas or eyeshadow brush for smaller areas), then apply colour.
Mineral Foundation
When it comes to Mineral Foundations, most are natural and do not contain fillers, this makes them concentrated and thus a little goes a long way.
Allow your moisturiser to completely soak in and penetrated the skin before applying the mineral foundation, this promotes a smoother coverage. Mineral foundation powders glide beautifully onto dry skin and then work with your natural oils to create a smooth look.
To apply:
• Step 1 – Dip your Kabuki Brush into the powder and work into the bristles ensuring the brush is evenly coated.
• Step 2 – Tap off the excess powder, turn the brush bristles up and tap lightly against a hard surface to settle the powder.
• Step 3 – For light coverage: apply in soft downward strokes all over the face. For heavier coverage: apply in a circular buffing motion over your whole face.
The secret to applying mineral cosmetics professionally is a good Kabuki brush. However a latex sponge is excellent for creating a matte finish.
There is no need to add more mineral makeup to the brush when working around the eye area, as it may settle in the lines around your eyes and highlight those crow’s-feet!
If you apply your mineral make up in very sheer layers, the light refracting qualities of the pure minerals will cover your skin naturally and allow your inner beauty to shine forth.
Dry flaky skin can be addressed easily by blending your mineral foundation with a good liquid primer. First moisturise as usual, and then tap a small amount of powder into the palm of your hand and add a tiny amount of primer; blend the products together until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency Apply using the tips of your fingers or make-up sponge.
A good organic facial mist or spritz is a great way to keep your make up moist particularly if you have very dry skin. This acts as a huge glass of water for your skin by re-hydrating it and stopping a dry or flaky look. Use a flocked sponge in a downward motion to lightly smooth your make up and minimise the appearance of large pores.
Mineral Make-up can be applied after certain facial work and treatments and with the soothing and calming properties of zinc, mineral cosmetics are the only cosmetics recommended by leading beautician’s, dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons.
Mineral Bronzer & Blush Powder
• Step 1 – Dip your Kabuki Brush into the powder and work into the bristles ensuring the brush is evenly coated.
• Step 2 – Tap off the excess powder, turn the brush bristles up and tap lightly against a hard surface to settle the powder.
• Step 3 – Bronzer, apply in light downward strokes to areas of your face where the sun would naturally hit your face. Such as your cheeks, chin, and T-zone. Apply your Blush in the same way to your cheek bones, and blend downward towards the outer corner of your lip and upward in a circular motion to the outer corner of your eye.
You can apply the powder to your face or body. Bronzers are a safe and effective alternative to a fake tan. It works well on your chest and arms. So that the fine hairs and pores of your skin to lay flat, apply your bronzer or blush in downward strokes (ie with the natural direction of your hair). Even if you’re aiming for maximum coverage, several light layers are better than one thick one.
Bronzer can also be used to ‘warm up’ your foundation. Use sparingly over the face area concentrating on the areas that the sun would naturally hit. The secret to using mineral makeup is to apply it in very sheer layers. It is the light refracting qualities of the pure minerals that give it the ability to cover the skin naturally and allow your inner beauty to shine forth.
Cheers SonyaNaturally Safe and Inika Cosmetics
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10 Simple Tricks To Cut Calories And Lose Weight
Submitted By: Jo Bail
In our society today, it just seems so easy to put on unnecesary weight. The options of great tasting foods that are fatty, sugary, and full of calories is literally on every block of every city nationwide; however, with the 10 simple tricks below you'll not only be able to cut your calories, but lose weight. These tricks are simple changes you can make, but the resulting effects on weight loss are tremendous, and without further ado.
10 - Keep a journal of foods you eat. Nothing will keep you more honest with yourself and your food selection like keeping a food diary. Make sure you write everything in it and see exactly how many calories your eating daily. Not only will it give you exact numbers to reference but it will make you much more aware, especially when you want that second slice of pizza.
9 - Don't eat 2 - 3 times a day, eat 5 - 6 times per day. I know what your thinking, you want me to more? Well, thats partially true. What you should do is take what you normally eat during those 2 - 3 meals and split it up throughout the day. The digestive process expends a great deal of calories every time it has to cut on and digest food. By keeping food in your body, not only will you feel more full throughout the day, but your digestive system will continue to burn extra calories.
8 - Eat more......... vegetables. Thats right, eat more of those yummy green and yellow things they call vegetables. Not only do they fill you up, but they do so with a whole lot less calories. Take for instance a piece of celery. It has some calories in it but it actually costs the body 10 calories just for eating it. Thats -10 calories on your daily total plus you filling up real food and not going hungry. Don't go overboard though, as you may be tempted to use salad dressings which are typically high in calories.
7 - Don't buy the bad stuff. This one is pretty self-explanatory. Just don't buy the junk food. When your at the grocery store, the movies, a fast food restraunt, don't buy the junk food. Be accountable, and just say NO!
6 - Cut the cheese. Tell me, you just didn't, that's not what I meant. Remember the last time you went to a fast food place and ordered a burger. They always ask, would you like cheese with that. Not only does this make them extra money, but it makes you extra fat. It would seem that our society just wants cheese on everything, not only does it overpower the food you put it on but its high in calories and fat. So next time they ask you if you want cheese you can tell them to go to you know where.
5 - Eat the same foods but eat the healthier. Yes you can eat the pizza, or the burgers, even the fries in the normal amounts that you do, BUT choose the healthier version of them. There are plenty of ways to go about doing this: for instance use a little less cheese or a healthier crust base for pizza, choose a leaner ground beef or whole wheat bread for that burger, and with the fries make them with a leaner oil base (make them at home, restraunt fries are NEVER healthy).
4 - Be prepared! Yes, the scouts motto, always be prepared. You have a long day at work, and you start to get hungry, the vending machine becons and their goes your efforts at eating healthy all over again. You probably broke rules 9 and 7 in the process. What you should do to avoid this scenario is to always carry a healthy alternative in case you can't get to and eat a healthy meal. You could go with a nutritious bar, or meal replacement shake, maybe an apple or banana. Heck, if your really committed, maybe even pack a healthy meal to carry with you for the day. Cutting your calories and losing weight is a battle, and for that you need to be prepared and have a battle plan.
3 - Hold the mayo. This is another fast food quirk, they put mayonaise on everything, just tell them to take that stuff off. Mayo is loaded with empty fatty calories. Also you may even enjoy mayo, so if you must have it, use a little bit less that you normally use or switch to a healthier alternative like a low fat, low calorie mayo.
2 - Cut out the sugary drinks. Thats right do NOT drink sodas, juices, coffees, and tees that are loaded with empty sugar. Do not try and rationalize it with the juices and say its healthy, because typically they are just as bad. Even gatorade is bad, unless your working out like crazy and need the energy. These drinks will not fill you up and you'll require more food which means more calories. Its easy to drink 300 calories in soft drinks in one sitting, and if you just cut them out, thats 2100 calories a week, 9000 calories a month, and 109,500 calories a year. That 109,500 calories is equal to 31 pounds of fat. Think about that the next time you want a Coke or Pepsi.
1 - Drink plenty of water. So you cut out the sugary drinks, now you need to replace them with water, and thats not it, you should continue drinking water all throughout the day. You want to drink roughly 8 - 10 glasses a day. Now with drinking this much water, you'll be able to fight off hunger a little longer, will stay properly hydrated for optimum body function, but feel better in general. Water is the oil of car in our body. It keeps us running smooth, and without it you'll struggle. So make like a camel and drink water.
Remember, these are easy tips you can use to make huge differences in the amount of calories you take in a day. Not only will these tips help you to lose weight, but they will make you a much happier, healthier you!
About the Author
http://www.buildurbody.com
Published At: www.Isnare.comPermanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?
aid=231910&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet
Article Tags: calories, eat, food Read more articles by: Jo Bail Article published on November 17, 2008 at Isnare.com
In our society today, it just seems so easy to put on unnecesary weight. The options of great tasting foods that are fatty, sugary, and full of calories is literally on every block of every city nationwide; however, with the 10 simple tricks below you'll not only be able to cut your calories, but lose weight. These tricks are simple changes you can make, but the resulting effects on weight loss are tremendous, and without further ado.
10 - Keep a journal of foods you eat. Nothing will keep you more honest with yourself and your food selection like keeping a food diary. Make sure you write everything in it and see exactly how many calories your eating daily. Not only will it give you exact numbers to reference but it will make you much more aware, especially when you want that second slice of pizza.
9 - Don't eat 2 - 3 times a day, eat 5 - 6 times per day. I know what your thinking, you want me to more? Well, thats partially true. What you should do is take what you normally eat during those 2 - 3 meals and split it up throughout the day. The digestive process expends a great deal of calories every time it has to cut on and digest food. By keeping food in your body, not only will you feel more full throughout the day, but your digestive system will continue to burn extra calories.
8 - Eat more......... vegetables. Thats right, eat more of those yummy green and yellow things they call vegetables. Not only do they fill you up, but they do so with a whole lot less calories. Take for instance a piece of celery. It has some calories in it but it actually costs the body 10 calories just for eating it. Thats -10 calories on your daily total plus you filling up real food and not going hungry. Don't go overboard though, as you may be tempted to use salad dressings which are typically high in calories.
7 - Don't buy the bad stuff. This one is pretty self-explanatory. Just don't buy the junk food. When your at the grocery store, the movies, a fast food restraunt, don't buy the junk food. Be accountable, and just say NO!
6 - Cut the cheese. Tell me, you just didn't, that's not what I meant. Remember the last time you went to a fast food place and ordered a burger. They always ask, would you like cheese with that. Not only does this make them extra money, but it makes you extra fat. It would seem that our society just wants cheese on everything, not only does it overpower the food you put it on but its high in calories and fat. So next time they ask you if you want cheese you can tell them to go to you know where.
5 - Eat the same foods but eat the healthier. Yes you can eat the pizza, or the burgers, even the fries in the normal amounts that you do, BUT choose the healthier version of them. There are plenty of ways to go about doing this: for instance use a little less cheese or a healthier crust base for pizza, choose a leaner ground beef or whole wheat bread for that burger, and with the fries make them with a leaner oil base (make them at home, restraunt fries are NEVER healthy).
4 - Be prepared! Yes, the scouts motto, always be prepared. You have a long day at work, and you start to get hungry, the vending machine becons and their goes your efforts at eating healthy all over again. You probably broke rules 9 and 7 in the process. What you should do to avoid this scenario is to always carry a healthy alternative in case you can't get to and eat a healthy meal. You could go with a nutritious bar, or meal replacement shake, maybe an apple or banana. Heck, if your really committed, maybe even pack a healthy meal to carry with you for the day. Cutting your calories and losing weight is a battle, and for that you need to be prepared and have a battle plan.
3 - Hold the mayo. This is another fast food quirk, they put mayonaise on everything, just tell them to take that stuff off. Mayo is loaded with empty fatty calories. Also you may even enjoy mayo, so if you must have it, use a little bit less that you normally use or switch to a healthier alternative like a low fat, low calorie mayo.
2 - Cut out the sugary drinks. Thats right do NOT drink sodas, juices, coffees, and tees that are loaded with empty sugar. Do not try and rationalize it with the juices and say its healthy, because typically they are just as bad. Even gatorade is bad, unless your working out like crazy and need the energy. These drinks will not fill you up and you'll require more food which means more calories. Its easy to drink 300 calories in soft drinks in one sitting, and if you just cut them out, thats 2100 calories a week, 9000 calories a month, and 109,500 calories a year. That 109,500 calories is equal to 31 pounds of fat. Think about that the next time you want a Coke or Pepsi.
1 - Drink plenty of water. So you cut out the sugary drinks, now you need to replace them with water, and thats not it, you should continue drinking water all throughout the day. You want to drink roughly 8 - 10 glasses a day. Now with drinking this much water, you'll be able to fight off hunger a little longer, will stay properly hydrated for optimum body function, but feel better in general. Water is the oil of car in our body. It keeps us running smooth, and without it you'll struggle. So make like a camel and drink water.
Remember, these are easy tips you can use to make huge differences in the amount of calories you take in a day. Not only will these tips help you to lose weight, but they will make you a much happier, healthier you!
About the Author
http://www.buildurbody.com
Published At: www.Isnare.comPermanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?
aid=231910&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet
Article Tags: calories, eat, food Read more articles by: Jo Bail Article published on November 17, 2008 at Isnare.com
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25 Ways To Keep A Heart Healthy
Submitted By: Alex Fir
Cardiovascular disease is still the number one health threat affecting men and women in the U.S. today, according to the American Heart Association. Although heart disease is the No.1 killer, it is often preventable. Here are 25 ways to keep a heart healthy.
List of heart healthy tips:
1. Quit smoking as soon as you can. Over 50% of people who suffer heart attacks are smokers.
2. Control your weight because excess weight can put you at risk for heart disease.
3. Get screened by your doctor to determine your risk of heart disease. Know your
numbers (blood pressure and cholesterol).
4. You should learn about your family history. You are at increased risk if you have a very close relative who had heart disease before age 55 (male) or 65 (women).
5. Eat whole-grain cereal seven or more times a week.
6. Minimize trans fat and saturated fat. They are found in pre-packaged baked goods with long shelf-lives.
7. Eat more low glycemic index, high fiber foods. They decrease cholesterol and control blood sugar levels.
8. You should include soy protein into your daily diet. Many studies proved that soy protein is able to lower levels of total cholesterol as well as "bad" cholesterol.
9. Consume more omega-3 fatty acids. They support a healthy cardiovascular system by increasing "good" cholesterol and reducing “bad” cholesterol, triglycerides, plaque build-up, blood clots and inflammation. Good sources of omega 3s are fresh water fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts.
10. Include antioxidant-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables, dark chocolate with 70 percent cocoa and red wine.
11. Include anti-inflammatory herbs and spices such as curcumin and ginger. They work in the same way as anti-inflammatory drugs.
12. A recent research found that cranberries are powerful natural defense against the development of heart disease. It was discovered that cranberries are very rich in antioxidants. The benefits of consuming them include effects on cholesterol and blood pressure as well as the development of blood clots.
13. Eat about five ounces of nuts each week; they are rich in the right kind of fat for your heart.
14. Almonds are especially good for the heart health. They are proven to protect against heart disease. Eat ten almonds at a time!
15. Eat the tropical fruit mangosteen. It contains a group of extremely powerful antioxidants. Other fruits to include in your daily diet: guava and acai berries.
16. Take multivitamin and mineral supplements.
17. Reduce intake of soft and energy drinks.
18. Limit your salt intake to 2,300 milligrams a day. Don't add extra salt to food.
19. Drink alcohol in moderation. A recent study confirmed that drinking alcohol (for women one standard drink and up to two standard drinks for men a day) helps prevent heart attack. Grapes (and foods made from grapes, such as red wine) are very rich in two powerful substances: quercitin and resveratrol. They are not just good for the heart but are responsible for the extension of lifespan.
20. Brush your teeth and gums every single day. Periodontal disease is linked to higher rates of heart disease.
21. You should have 30 to 45 minutes of cardio exercises 6 times a week in addition to strength training to build muscle and reduce body fat.
22. Reduce stress and relax your nervous system with relaxation exercises such as yoga, meditation, and breathing. Laugh a few times a day.
23. Get eight hours of sleep. Lack of sleep is linked to increased risk of developing heart disease. On the other hand, people who sleep too much also have a greater risk of cardiovascular disease.
24. Don't take any medications without consulting your doctor.
25. Stay informed. New medical discoveries are made every day. The field of heart health is no different. Hearttalks.com provides latest heart information.
Cardiovascular disease is still the number one health threat affecting men and women in the U.S. today, according to the American Heart Association. Although heart disease is the No.1 killer, it is often preventable. Here are 25 ways to keep a heart healthy.
List of heart healthy tips:
1. Quit smoking as soon as you can. Over 50% of people who suffer heart attacks are smokers.
2. Control your weight because excess weight can put you at risk for heart disease.
3. Get screened by your doctor to determine your risk of heart disease. Know your
numbers (blood pressure and cholesterol).
4. You should learn about your family history. You are at increased risk if you have a very close relative who had heart disease before age 55 (male) or 65 (women).
5. Eat whole-grain cereal seven or more times a week.
6. Minimize trans fat and saturated fat. They are found in pre-packaged baked goods with long shelf-lives.
7. Eat more low glycemic index, high fiber foods. They decrease cholesterol and control blood sugar levels.
8. You should include soy protein into your daily diet. Many studies proved that soy protein is able to lower levels of total cholesterol as well as "bad" cholesterol.
9. Consume more omega-3 fatty acids. They support a healthy cardiovascular system by increasing "good" cholesterol and reducing “bad” cholesterol, triglycerides, plaque build-up, blood clots and inflammation. Good sources of omega 3s are fresh water fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts.
10. Include antioxidant-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables, dark chocolate with 70 percent cocoa and red wine.
11. Include anti-inflammatory herbs and spices such as curcumin and ginger. They work in the same way as anti-inflammatory drugs.
12. A recent research found that cranberries are powerful natural defense against the development of heart disease. It was discovered that cranberries are very rich in antioxidants. The benefits of consuming them include effects on cholesterol and blood pressure as well as the development of blood clots.
13. Eat about five ounces of nuts each week; they are rich in the right kind of fat for your heart.
14. Almonds are especially good for the heart health. They are proven to protect against heart disease. Eat ten almonds at a time!
15. Eat the tropical fruit mangosteen. It contains a group of extremely powerful antioxidants. Other fruits to include in your daily diet: guava and acai berries.
16. Take multivitamin and mineral supplements.
17. Reduce intake of soft and energy drinks.
18. Limit your salt intake to 2,300 milligrams a day. Don't add extra salt to food.
19. Drink alcohol in moderation. A recent study confirmed that drinking alcohol (for women one standard drink and up to two standard drinks for men a day) helps prevent heart attack. Grapes (and foods made from grapes, such as red wine) are very rich in two powerful substances: quercitin and resveratrol. They are not just good for the heart but are responsible for the extension of lifespan.
20. Brush your teeth and gums every single day. Periodontal disease is linked to higher rates of heart disease.
21. You should have 30 to 45 minutes of cardio exercises 6 times a week in addition to strength training to build muscle and reduce body fat.
22. Reduce stress and relax your nervous system with relaxation exercises such as yoga, meditation, and breathing. Laugh a few times a day.
23. Get eight hours of sleep. Lack of sleep is linked to increased risk of developing heart disease. On the other hand, people who sleep too much also have a greater risk of cardiovascular disease.
24. Don't take any medications without consulting your doctor.
25. Stay informed. New medical discoveries are made every day. The field of heart health is no different. Hearttalks.com provides latest heart information.
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Health Definition, History and Basics Part - 1
Submitted By: Yamona Shahin
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
This definition is the preamble from 1946 to the Constitution of the World Health Organization (WHO). This definition of the WHO has not been amended since 1946.
It implies that all the basic needs of the person are met, whether emotional, health, nutrition, social or cultural and stage of the embryo or gametes to that of the elderly.
It is thus rather a goal that some find it utopian class, as the countries studied, 70 to 99% of people as not healthy or sick. We may prefer that of Rene Dubos: "physical and mental state relatively free of discomfort and suffering which allows the individual to function as long as possible in the environment where chance or choice had placed", which presents health as the convergence of concepts of autonomy and well-being.
In sum, health is when everything works well, that purrs, as mental body. It also speaks of mental health, reproductive health.
It is a state on. They say a person is in "good health" or "poor health".
By analogy with human health, also known as the "economic health" of a country, a "healthy", etc..
health, relative
Health is a precarious state that does bode well (Jules Romains in Knock) and life is a deadly disease that sexually transmitted caught at birth and inevitably ends in death (anonymous).
Health is a relative concept, sometimes not presented as a corollary of the absence of disease: Some people with various ailments are sometimes considered "healthy" if their illness is controlled by treatment. From the mid-twentieth century, diabetes specialists have talked about health. " Today, this is even a majority in developed countries: it is exceptional from a certain age do not have such a disorder in the refractive eye problems or hypertension. Conversely certain diseases can be asymptomatic for a long time, so that persons feel healthy may not be really
Reproductive Health
For the United Nations, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights.
This concept refers to the recent good transmission of genetic heritage from one generation to another. It requires the quality of the genome, sperm and ova, but also safe motherhood, lack of sexual and gender-based violence, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), family planning, the sex education, the access to care, reduced exposure to endocrine disrupters, etc..
A number of pollutants (dioxins, pesticides, radiation, hormonal lures, etc..) are suspected to be, possibly low or very low doses responsible for a deletion of spermatogenesis or alteration of the ovaries or fertilization process then development of the embryo). Some are also carcinogenic or mutagenic (they contribute to increased risk of malformation and spontaneous abortion).
Reproductive health care:
They cover a range of services, as defined in the Program of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) held in Cairo (Egypt) in September 1994: advice, information, education, communication and family planning services; pre-and post-natal consultations, deliveries in safety and care of mother and child prevention and treatment of infertility, prevention of abortion and management of its consequences; treatment of reproductive tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases including HIV / AIDS, breast cancer and genital cancers and other reproductive health disorder, and active deterrence of unsafe practices such as female genital mutilation.
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Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
This definition is the preamble from 1946 to the Constitution of the World Health Organization (WHO). This definition of the WHO has not been amended since 1946.
It implies that all the basic needs of the person are met, whether emotional, health, nutrition, social or cultural and stage of the embryo or gametes to that of the elderly.
It is thus rather a goal that some find it utopian class, as the countries studied, 70 to 99% of people as not healthy or sick. We may prefer that of Rene Dubos: "physical and mental state relatively free of discomfort and suffering which allows the individual to function as long as possible in the environment where chance or choice had placed", which presents health as the convergence of concepts of autonomy and well-being.
In sum, health is when everything works well, that purrs, as mental body. It also speaks of mental health, reproductive health.
It is a state on. They say a person is in "good health" or "poor health".
By analogy with human health, also known as the "economic health" of a country, a "healthy", etc..
health, relative
Health is a precarious state that does bode well (Jules Romains in Knock) and life is a deadly disease that sexually transmitted caught at birth and inevitably ends in death (anonymous).
Health is a relative concept, sometimes not presented as a corollary of the absence of disease: Some people with various ailments are sometimes considered "healthy" if their illness is controlled by treatment. From the mid-twentieth century, diabetes specialists have talked about health. " Today, this is even a majority in developed countries: it is exceptional from a certain age do not have such a disorder in the refractive eye problems or hypertension. Conversely certain diseases can be asymptomatic for a long time, so that persons feel healthy may not be really
Reproductive Health
For the United Nations, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights.
This concept refers to the recent good transmission of genetic heritage from one generation to another. It requires the quality of the genome, sperm and ova, but also safe motherhood, lack of sexual and gender-based violence, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), family planning, the sex education, the access to care, reduced exposure to endocrine disrupters, etc..
A number of pollutants (dioxins, pesticides, radiation, hormonal lures, etc..) are suspected to be, possibly low or very low doses responsible for a deletion of spermatogenesis or alteration of the ovaries or fertilization process then development of the embryo). Some are also carcinogenic or mutagenic (they contribute to increased risk of malformation and spontaneous abortion).
Reproductive health care:
They cover a range of services, as defined in the Program of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) held in Cairo (Egypt) in September 1994: advice, information, education, communication and family planning services; pre-and post-natal consultations, deliveries in safety and care of mother and child prevention and treatment of infertility, prevention of abortion and management of its consequences; treatment of reproductive tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases including HIV / AIDS, breast cancer and genital cancers and other reproductive health disorder, and active deterrence of unsafe practices such as female genital mutilation.
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10 Lazy Ways To Squeeze A Little Exercise Into Busy Days
Submitted By: Thea Westra
There are a lot of us baby-boomers. I think we all recognize that the ease with which we used to discard a few extra kilos, no longer quite works as quickly as it used to in our twenties and thirties.
Many of us also have lifestyles that place greater demands on our time and energy. Some of us are no longer willing to spend the hours at the gym or on the road jogging, like we used to. So here are some ideas for getting movement squeezed into a fast paced schedule. Many of these you may have seen before, however how many have you actually incorporated into your life? It’s always good to be reminded.
Have music I your kitchen or wear your iPod then dance as you cook or do the dishes. Same with any housework activity such as hanging up the washing – go ahead, wiggle those hips! Measure a walking distance in your back garden. Take 4-minute breaks from computer work or any other sedentary activity e.g. my distance measured is 30 metres. Five times each day I drink a 200ml glass of water and directly follow that with 7x30metre walks. This way I get to walk 7 km per week and drink one litre of water daily.
Get a hands-free phone and headset. When having that hour-long conversation with a close friend or family member, walk around the back garden as you chat. Make it a habit for all lengthy calls.
Always take the stairs and always park the car as far from work, as is feasible. Get off the bus or tram a few stops earlier and walk the rest. Tighten your stomach muscles, or raise and lower yourself on your toes to exercise calf muscles, while waiting in a queue.
We used to walk to school by ourselves, several kilometers sometimes. Many parents now drive their children because they say it’s a safety issue. Could you not walk your children or ride bikes to school together? It has the combined benefit of family fitness and time to speak with each other at length.
Quit making use of the moving sidewalk (travelator) at airports if your work involves a lot of air travel. Use the stairs in large buildings instead of the lifts and elevators, even if only for a few of the floors of that building.
Learn a couple of simple, yet highly effective, yoga, Pilates or stretching moves and before leaving your bedroom each morning, use a few of those moves as a 5-10 min. wake up routine. March on the spot while watching television (and you said you don’t have time!), or get up during the advert breaks and do a few stretches or laps of the room. Make it a habit whenever an ad begins. Instead of watching your children play in the playground, sitting on a park bench, get up and push their swing or meet them at the bottom of the slide. Kick or throw balls with them. Walk around the track while you’re watching your children play soccer or athletic training.
Trade baby-sitting time with your sister or best friend. Get them to mind the children while you’re at the gym and vice versa. Is the same opportunity available at work? What could you trade with a colleague to give each other 30 mins. time-out to go for a good walk each day, or few times a week?
I’m sure that while reading some of these ideas it may have triggered a few of your own. Any of these activities are better than just giving in and saying that obesity is your lot in life. All the above is a lazy person’s guide to exercise. Anyone can create a healthy body habit by habit. You do not have to be Tarzan and Jane with the six-pack, at the local gym. Movement is movement. Stagnation is stagnation. Choose!
About the Author
© Thea Westra is the senior thought leader, at her Forward Steps site. She resides in Perth, Australia with her ultra-supportive partner Greg. Thea publishes a monthly ezine (among many other publications and products) at http://www.forwardsteps.com.au Enjoy her life success blogs at http://www.timeformylife.com/blogs.htm and get personally connected here, http://www.ask-thea-about.com
Article Tags: walk, children, work
Read more articles by: Thea Westra
Article published on November 04, 2008 at Isnare.com
There are a lot of us baby-boomers. I think we all recognize that the ease with which we used to discard a few extra kilos, no longer quite works as quickly as it used to in our twenties and thirties.
Many of us also have lifestyles that place greater demands on our time and energy. Some of us are no longer willing to spend the hours at the gym or on the road jogging, like we used to. So here are some ideas for getting movement squeezed into a fast paced schedule. Many of these you may have seen before, however how many have you actually incorporated into your life? It’s always good to be reminded.
Have music I your kitchen or wear your iPod then dance as you cook or do the dishes. Same with any housework activity such as hanging up the washing – go ahead, wiggle those hips! Measure a walking distance in your back garden. Take 4-minute breaks from computer work or any other sedentary activity e.g. my distance measured is 30 metres. Five times each day I drink a 200ml glass of water and directly follow that with 7x30metre walks. This way I get to walk 7 km per week and drink one litre of water daily.
Get a hands-free phone and headset. When having that hour-long conversation with a close friend or family member, walk around the back garden as you chat. Make it a habit for all lengthy calls.
Always take the stairs and always park the car as far from work, as is feasible. Get off the bus or tram a few stops earlier and walk the rest. Tighten your stomach muscles, or raise and lower yourself on your toes to exercise calf muscles, while waiting in a queue.
We used to walk to school by ourselves, several kilometers sometimes. Many parents now drive their children because they say it’s a safety issue. Could you not walk your children or ride bikes to school together? It has the combined benefit of family fitness and time to speak with each other at length.
Quit making use of the moving sidewalk (travelator) at airports if your work involves a lot of air travel. Use the stairs in large buildings instead of the lifts and elevators, even if only for a few of the floors of that building.
Learn a couple of simple, yet highly effective, yoga, Pilates or stretching moves and before leaving your bedroom each morning, use a few of those moves as a 5-10 min. wake up routine. March on the spot while watching television (and you said you don’t have time!), or get up during the advert breaks and do a few stretches or laps of the room. Make it a habit whenever an ad begins. Instead of watching your children play in the playground, sitting on a park bench, get up and push their swing or meet them at the bottom of the slide. Kick or throw balls with them. Walk around the track while you’re watching your children play soccer or athletic training.
Trade baby-sitting time with your sister or best friend. Get them to mind the children while you’re at the gym and vice versa. Is the same opportunity available at work? What could you trade with a colleague to give each other 30 mins. time-out to go for a good walk each day, or few times a week?
I’m sure that while reading some of these ideas it may have triggered a few of your own. Any of these activities are better than just giving in and saying that obesity is your lot in life. All the above is a lazy person’s guide to exercise. Anyone can create a healthy body habit by habit. You do not have to be Tarzan and Jane with the six-pack, at the local gym. Movement is movement. Stagnation is stagnation. Choose!
About the Author
© Thea Westra is the senior thought leader, at her Forward Steps site. She resides in Perth, Australia with her ultra-supportive partner Greg. Thea publishes a monthly ezine (among many other publications and products) at http://www.forwardsteps.com.au Enjoy her life success blogs at http://www.timeformylife.com/blogs.htm and get personally connected here, http://www.ask-thea-about.com
Article Tags: walk, children, work
Read more articles by: Thea Westra
Article published on November 04, 2008 at Isnare.com
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