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Get Your Summer Body

John — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:18:39 +0000

With summer here, it’s time to grab the bathing suit and go to the beach for some fun in the sun. However, there are many of us that are ashamed to show our bodies in a bathing suit. For some it’s the belly they have an issue with, while others hate their legs. In order to get in shape for the summer, you have to balance your eating and exercise, and you must be consistent.

Many of us overeat far too often. Every once and a while isn’t so bad, but when it is happening every day, there’s a problem. Try to limit the amount of food you eat every sitting, but increase the number of meals you eat per day. You should try to have 4-5 small meals throughout the day, but try not to overeat. Also, make sure you are eating quality foods. If you are eating 4 or 5 small meals a day, but all of those meals are from McDonalds, it really won’t help your situation. Eating smart is one half of the weight loss puzzle.

If you’ve got the eating part down, then you need to remember to exercise. When you do exercise, do not limit yourself to only doing cardio, or only lifting weights. You need to use both to help get rid of that extra weight. Try to fit in some cardio 4 or 5 times a few and weight lifting 2 or 3 times a week. It’s important to remember that you shouldn’t only focus on one body part when lifting weights. You need to work out all of your muscles.

Consistency is the foundation of losing weight. You have to be consistent and develop a routine in order for you to be successful. Try and find exercises that you enjoy, as these will probably make it easier for you to want to work out.

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Early Warning Signs of Heart Disease Showing in Young Children

John — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:13:00 +0000

Where did we go wrong? We still haven’t learned from our bad eating habits and now, we are teaching our children worse habits than our own. Kids shouldn’t have to worry about developing a stroke or a heart attack. They should be outside playing. Yet, here we are, 2010, and we still can’t get it through our thick skulls. Eat healthy or at least eat healthier.

A study conducted on 1-17 year olds was very distressing to me. 40 percent of the children that were classified as obese were between the ages of 3 and 5. Children who are heavier in weight had elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) levels. CRP is an inflammatory marker that many experts believe to show the amount of risk a person has of developing heart disease and stroke.

I am so surprised that with all the information available, many parents still choose to teach their children bad eating habits. This isn’t like going out to McDonalds once and a while, but going to McDonalds multiple times every week. When children start showing significant signs of developing a heart attack or stroke you know something went wrong. At this point it is almost as if the parents are killing their children.

I think it’s time to take some responsibility and really reinforce some much needed rules. Eat healthier and get outside every so often. Instead of always playing baseball on a video game system, try going out and playing catch with a friend. Get your kids involved in sports. Don’t let obesity consume your child.

Curious Cases – Fatal Familial Insomnia

John — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:01:00 +0000

Fatal Familial Insomnia (FFI) is a very rare condition that affects the brain causing the complete loss of sleep, and eventually death. The condition is caused by a gene mutation that can be passed down to the children of those that suffer from FFI. However, FFI has only been found in 50 families worldwide.

The condition was discovered in 1974, by Dr. Ignazio Roiter who investigated a family who had a history of deaths by insomnia. The condition affects the thalamus, the part of the brain that is responsible for regulating sleep. Initial symptoms of the condition include insomnia, but progress to much more severe symptoms over time.

Generally, the condition begins to present itself in those ages 30-60, but most commonly in those of 50 years of age. The condition takes between 7-36 months to result in death. FFI has 4 stages of development. The first stage incorporates increasing insomnia, panic attacks, paranoia, and phobias. During the second stage, hallucinations begin to manifest, and panic attacks become much more noticeable. By the third stage, sleep is impossible and rapid weight loss begins to occur. Finally, in the fourth stage dementia sets in, leaving the patient unresponsive or mute until the patient dies.

Unfortunately, there is no current treatment for FFI. Scientists have tried some methods of possible treatment, such as gene therapy, but the treatments have been unsuccessful so far. However, there has been some evidence that suggests treatments that focus on the symptoms can improve the quality of life for a short while.

I can’t imagine how horrible it would be to slowly lose my ability to sleep and eventually die after months of agony and the very significant possibility of insanity. The worst part about this condition is the fact that there really isn’t a whole lot anyone can do to help. Unfortunately because FFI is such a rare condition I have a feeling a cure won’t be available for quite some time, but here’s hoping that someone finds out how to fix it.

How to stay healthy (and slim) over the Holidays

Amanda — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:15:00 +0000

The Christmas season is famous for it’s many parties, drinks, and belt-loosening dinners. Here are some ways that you can stay healthy and energized over the winter break.

Hydrogenated Fat - One way to avoid weight gain is to stay away from foods made with hydrogenated fat (like margarine) – it will make your bodies detox system slow and increase the amount of energy it requires for digestion.

Snack frequently - Every couple hours have a small healthy snack to stabilize your blood sugar. If you have regular blood sugar fluctuations your energy will be used more quickly, you are more susceptible to weight gain, and your immune system will weaken. Try having pre-prepared snacks like carrots and dip and crackers and cheese ready for when you start to get the munchies.

Eat more fruit - Heavy food can slow down your lymphatic system and make you feel more tired. Eat plenty of fruit to cleanse your lymphatic system and make you feel more energetic.

Eat healthy at home - when you aren’t attending parties or dinners, have a healthy meal at home like a big leafy salad with nuts and fruit.

Exercise – It may be hard to find the time or location to do so, but it is important to exercise during the Holidays in order to maintain your stress and energy levels. 20 minutes of daily vigorous activity will get your blood flowing and keep your brain awake.

Plan Ahead - Many people feel stressed out during the holidays. This can hinder your mood and energy levels. If you plan your month ahead of time you will find that you won’t feel rushed when Christmas day closes in, and therefore you will feel less stress. Try to make sure you do your Christmas shopping and gift wrapping early, and try to do any baking ahead of time so that when the time comes, you aren’t rushing to get everything done.

Drink Water – During parties and dinners, be sure to drink plenty of water in order to prevent dehydration and help your body systems function properly.

Take it easy - Don’t over do yourself at the snack table. Eat in small amounts and go easy on the sugar – of course you are allowed to treat yourself every now and then.

Get lots of sleep – We tend to feel more sleepy during the winter months. Its important to get at least 8 hours of sleep every night to feel your best. To avoid burning out – take a nap when you begin to feel drowsy. This will ensure that you have enough energy for upcoming parties and evening events!

Take your Vitamins – Vitamins B and C are both reduced by alcohol and stress. To make sure that you are getting the vitamins and minerals you need, take vitamin B-Complex and vitamin C or a multivitamin. Enough vitamin B in the body helps reduce symptoms of stress.

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Building Personal Exercise Habits for Life

John — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:02:00 +0000

As most of us know exercising is a crucial part of staying healthy, along with eating a healthy diet. However, variety is key in both cases. You might love potatoes, but if you have those same type of potatoes every night they start to get boring and you don’t want them anymore. The same is true for exercise. If you don’t vary your routine then you can become bored and just give up. Also, by staying to a fixed routine your muscles become used to doing the same thing over and over again, much like muscle memory.

The idea of switching your routine is used very frequently with many successful workout tapes and guides. If you can’t think of one of the top of your head just remember P90X. The same concept is used in P90X, they call it muscle confusion. It focuses on varying the routine so your muscles don’t adjust to one routine. This way your muscles are challenged and you can actually work more efficiently.

Also, something to remember is that you shouldn’t focus on the same muscle groups everyday. Try to switch up your workout so you give specific muscle groups 2 days to rest. For example if you worked out your arms and back one day do your core the next day. Then the day after your core work your legs. This lets your muscle groups rest and repair.

Well if you’re sitting there not knowing what you can do to vary up your routine don’t worry. There are different types of exercises you can do. If you love running, that’s great, but try to do some strength training as well.

Aerobic exercise can feature a vast number of exercises. Jogging for example is an aerobic exercise. The main goal of aerobics is to get your heart to really start working. By doing this the amount of oxygen in your blood will improve. Also exercise has been known to release things like endorphins which are your bodies natural painkillers. Additionally, your immune system should receive a boost and your blood will pump much more efficiently. Also, you will begin to see an increase in your overall stamina.

Interval training has been proven to condition your heart and burn fat more efficiently then just jogging or walking. Try some sprints with gentle recovery periods. You will notice you will be saving more time by doing interval training, but still see results. Interval training is also a great way to really improve your cardiovascular fitness and fat-burning abilities.

Next is my personal favorite type of training, strength training. Make sure you include some sort of strength training into your normal exercise program. The goal is to really exhaust your muscles. Right to the point when you can feel your muscles screaming to stop, but you’ve just got to pump out one more rep. Don’t hurt yourself doing this though, waiting for injuries to heal isn’t fun.

Finally, we move onto core exercises. These are probably my worst area of fitness. I personally have never liked core exercises, but that probably has something to do with the fact that I’ve never really had good core muscles. However, core muscles are probably some of the most important muscles to work. They provide the building blocks for movement and help protect parts of your body. Also, building core muscles can help increase your balance and stability, for all you sports fans or the extra clumsy.

Exercising regularly is key to keeping one healthy. Many people don’t remember that and I think that’s why they don’t get motivated. If you want to have abs then go workout. It won’t just magically happen overnight. You need to be determined, you need to want it, you need to stay focused. Working out isn’t easy, but it definitely can be fun. Try to enjoy yourself. Find someone to go to the gym with. This might help keep you going back to the gym and staying on track.

If you’re still not convinced how about these reasons why exercise can improve your health.

1. Lower your blood pressure
2. Helps prevent and fight off colds
3. Manage arthritis
4. Lower your risk of heart disease
5. Helps cure insomnia
6. Fight depression
7. Lower your risk of diabetes and reverse pre-diabetes
8. Build strong bones
9. Lose weight
10. Reduces your risk of cancer
11. Helps you think better
12. Helps relieve chronic knee pain
13. Increases your energy levels
14. Slow down your aging process

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Are Men Good For Women’s Diets?

John — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:56:00 +0000

Depending on the way you look at it, men could be good for women’s diets. A study that was conducted at a University’s cafeteria’s showed that when women ate with a mixed group they tend to eat less calories. The more men that were present seemed to further decrease the calorie intake of the women.

The only problem with this I see is if women start to starve themselves by not eating enough. Most women think that if they eat less in front of guys then they will appear to be more attractive, but guess what, if you don’t eat enough and change into a cross between Lindsay Lohan and a skeleton (oh wait, maybe they’re the same thing), then guys probably won’t find you very attractive anyway.

If eating with men helps you eat healthier then go ahead and eat with guys more often, more power to you. Remember eating healthier and eating less are two completely different things. As long as you continue to eat a sufficient amount of food and stay healthier then yes, men can be good for women’s diets. However, I don’t think every article that talks about this should be titled “Men ARE good for women’s diets” and should be “Men CAN be good for women’s diets.”

Furthermore, I think one other things should be taken into consideration, do men even care? For the most part, probably not. I mean if you eat like a pig, with no courtesy eating a full rack of ribs in record breaking time, then yeah maybe men care. But if you tend to eat like a civilized human being, taking some sort of time to eat then it probably doesn’t make a significant impact on men. During the study men’s eating habits didn’t seem to change in mixed or same-sex groups. Either they (men) don’t really care that much, or all these guys seemed to get extra hungry. Maybe that should be the next study. “Do men really care about women’s eating habits?” That or spend time doing something like finding a cure for cancer, or solving world hunger. You know just those small little things.

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6 Ways to Lose Weight Naturally

Amanda — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:41:00 +0000

Despite what the countless infomercials and magazine ads say, you do not need hundreds of dollars worth of bizarre work out equipment or a cupboard full of worthless weight loss medicine to lose weight effectively. There are many natural medicines that will assist you in weight loss that will not harm your body with toxins and chemicals and make you feel healthy!

1. Drink more water

Water is the most important and effective weight loss remedy. By increasing your intake of water to a minimum of 8 glasses a day, your body will become more efficient in absorbing the nutrients and vitamins it needs. Drink a glass of water before you start to snack or have a meal. It may stop you from overindulging by giving you a feeling of fullness. Drinking warm water will aid in digestion.

2. Put your body to work

The number one weight loss remedy proven to be the most effective for hundreds of years is the most simple; get some exercise! There is nothing out there that will allow you to get in shape and lose weight faster than a jog on the beach or a visit to the gym. Not to mention it does wonders to the mind and will leave you feeling energized and happier. (Remember to drink loads of water when working out!!)

3. Try green tea products

Green tea is an ancient remedy in China believed to be effective for many things including weight loss. A cup of green tea has the ability to increase your metabolism and fat and calorie burning abilities. Although in ancient times green tea was consumed only as tea, today green tea comes in different forms including capsules and extracts.

4. Almonds, peanuts and walnuts!

Eating a handful of nuts a day will provide you with protein and satisfy your appetite. According to the International Journal of Obesity, a recent study showed that eating a serving of almonds daily for 6 months can help decrease your body fat by 18%. Be careful not to eat too many, because nuts also contain healthy fat, ideal in small amounts but may cause weight gain in large amounts.

5. Eat more Raw food

Raw food is a great health option because it does not contain fatty oils like cooked food, or chemicals used in processing. Try to increase your raw food intake by eating raw vegetables, fruit, nuts and especially salads!

6. Eat Pears

Pears are said to be the best fruit to aid in weight loss because they are full of fibre which improves your digestive tract and fills you up quickly to prevent further food consumption. Besides, they’re sweet and juicy!

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Why Breakfast is The Most Important Meal of The Day

John — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 11:24:00 +0000

Many people, including me, have heard their mother tell them that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” However, many of us have never actually gone out of their way to discover why this is true. Well, the saying itself is true, but for many reasons that even your mom probably didn’t know.

When you go to sleep your body goes about 6-10 hours without food or drinks, basically your body is running on empty when you wake up. Therefore, it is extremely important to refuel with a big, but healthy breakfast.

Try eating foods with glucose in them to supply enough energy for the day. Why? Because glucose is the body’s source of energy, much like fuel for your car. Your brain feeds on glucose, so by eating a big meal consisting of foods that contain glucose your mind will be sharper and you’ll be able to concentrate better. Furthermore, glucose powers your muscles. With a good breakfast your body will have more energy and you will feel less tired. However, the crucial part about breakfast is to avoid the bad items of food like donuts. Donuts will give you a spike in glucose and energy however; it will be short lived and will be followed by a huge sugar crash. Instead try looking for some foods with 100% whole grains because the digest evenly and give you energy throughout the day.

Additionally, if you are trying to lose weight, but think skipping breakfast is one way to do it, you are sadly mistaken. Many studies show that adults and children who skip breakfast are more likely to be heavier than those that have breakfast every day. Furthermore, studies have shown that children who eat breakfast do better in school because they are more focused and are able to concentrate at a higher level.

Next time you hear someone tell you that breakfast the most important meal of the day, or if you are telling someone else, also tell them why. Makes you think, what else was mom right about when you were younger?

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Is the Hydroxycut Formula Safe to Use?

Amanda — Mon, 04 May 2009 17:39:00 +0000

Hydroxycut has a reputation of being the number one weight loss formula in America and it’s used by millions of people each year. Many of these consumers have had positive results by using the formula, (despite some minor side-effects); however recent studies have found that the miracle-working weight loss formula isn’t all that it’s cut out to be.

In fact, on May 1st 2009, the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a public warning regarding the safety of Hydroxycut use, informing the general public to “immediately stop” taking Hydroxycut products. The reason? These fat-burning, energy-pumping supplements have been linked to many severe cases of serious reactions affecting the liver. The FDA warns that using Hydroxycut may result in an elevation of liver enzymes and jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes) which can cause serious liver injury, or liver damage resulting in a necessary liver transplant. Symptoms of liver damage include jaundice, brown urine, nausea, vomiting, excessive fatigue, weakness, stomach or abdominal pain, itching, and loss of appetite. There have been 23 cases of liver problems and jaundice, and one death as a result of certain Hydroxycut use.

Even though Hydroxycut is said to be a natural health product, it contains more than just natural ingredients and herbal extracts. Therefore, think about what you are really consuming and what it could potentially do to your body before using it. You may save yourself from a hefty medical bill due to serious liver problems.

If you are currently using Hydroxycut, it might be a good idea to find new means of dieting because 14 different Hydroxycut products are on recall due to the potential health hazard. The following products have been recalled:

Hydroxycut Regular Rapid Release Caplets

Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Rapid Release Caplets

Hydroxycut Hardcore Liquid Caplets

Hydroxycut Max Liquid Caplets

Hydroxycut Regular Drink Packets

Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Drink Packets

Hydroxycut Hardcore Drink Packets (Ignition Stix)

Hydroxycut Max Drink Packets

Hydroxycut Liquid Shots

Hydroxycut Hardcore RTDs (Ready-to-Drink)

Hydroxycut Max Aqua Shed

Hydroxycut 24

Hydroxycut Carb Control

Hydroxycut Natural

Believe it or not, the classic method of staying healthy is still the most efficient. There are two steps to this method; exercise daily, and eat nutritional and balanced meals. Forget using the expensive weight-loss formulas and take a brisk nature walk. Skip the chips and have a handful of dried fruit and nuts. You’ll feel happier and healthier.

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What is Xenical?

Ashlynn — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 11:01:00 +0000

Xenical is a prescription medication used to help people who are overweight lose weight. It may be right for you if your BMI (body mass index) is 30 or higher, or you have a BMI of 27 or higher and have other risk factors, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease or diabetes.

Excess weight is a problem facing an estimated 97 million adults in the U.S. Currently, about one-fifth of all U.S. adults are believed to be considerably overweight. Although people of all ages, races and ethnicity can become overweight, there are some people who are at greater risk than others. For example, women are more likely to become considerably overweight than are men, particularly in certain ethnic groups such as African-Americans and Mexican-Americans.

In studies of Xenical, almost two-thirds of people treated lost at least 5% of their body weight after 2 years. In comparison, only half of the people treated with diet alone managed to lose 5% of their weight.

When Xenical is combined with a healthy diet it also improves a number of weight-related health risks. It can:

Decrease total and LDL cholesterol (level of low-density lipoprotein-also known as bad cholesterol)
Improve ratio of bad to good cholesterol (LDL/HDL cholesterol)
Reduce blood pressure
Reduce levels of insulin (hormone that allows glucose or sugar to enter the body’s cells), high levels of which are associated with coronary heart disease
Reduce the risk or delay the progression to type 2 diabetes in patients

How do I take Xenical?

Take one 120mg capsule orally with liquid at each main meal (that contains fat). Your meal should be nutritional and contain no more than about 30% of calories from fat. Try to evenly divide intake of fat, carbs and protein over your three main meals. You can take Xenical with meals or up to 1 hour after. If you miss a meal or eat one without fat, you can omit your dose of Xenical. Taking Xenical more than three times a day has not been shown to provide any additional weight-loss benefits.

How soon will I notice results?

People begin losing weight within 2 weeks of starting, and may continue to lose weight for 6 to 12 months, at which point weight loss usually begins to level off – even if you’re still taking Xenical. People who continue to take the medication are better able to maintain their weight loss.

The amount of weight you lose will depend on you sticking to a low-calorie diet, getting an appropriate amount of physical activity, and staying true to the prescribed Xenical regimen.

Xenical side effects

When taking Xenical you may experience some changes in bowel habits. These bowel changes are a natural effect of blocking the fat from being absorbed. You will notice these side effects during the first weeks of treatment, however, for some people, they may continue for 6 months or longer.

These changes may include gas with oily discharge, an increased number of bowel movements, an urgent need to have them, and an inability to control them, particularly after meals containing higher amounts of fat than are recommended.

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