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Massage helps speed up muscle recovery

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:33:37 PST

A brief 10-minute massage helps reduce inflammation in muscle, a new study has found.

According to Justin Crane from McMaster University, as a non-drug therapy, massage holds the potential to help not just bone-weary athletes but those with inflammation-related chronic conditions like arthritis or muscular dystrophy.

While massage is well accepted as a therapy for relieving muscle tension and pain, the researchers delved deeper to find it also triggers biochemical sensors that can send inflammation-reducing signals to muscle cells.

In addition, massage signals muscle to build more mitochondria, the power centres of cells that play an important role in healing.

"The main thing, and what is novel about our study, is that no one has ever looked inside the muscle to see what is happening with massage, no one looked at the biochemical effects or what might be going on in the muscle itself," Crane said.

"We have shown the muscle senses that it is being stretched and this appears to reduce the cells' inflammatory response.

"As a consequence, massage may be beneficial for recovery from injury," he said.

For their study, the researchers followed 11 men in their twenties.

On their first visit, the men's exercise capacity was assessed. Two weeks later, the men cycled on a bicycle for more than 70 minutes, to a point of exhaustion when they couldn''''t cycle any more. They then rested for 10 minutes.

While resting, a massage therapist lightly applied massage oil to both legs, and then performed massage for 10 minutes on one leg using a variety of techniques commonly used in rehabilitation.

Muscle biopsies were done on both legs and repeated 2.5 hours later, after which the researchers found reduced inflammation in the massaged leg.

Crane admits being surprised that just 10 minutes of massage had such a profound effect.

"I didn't think that little bit of massage could produce that remarkable of a change, especially since the exercise was so robust. Seventy minutes of exercise compared to 10 of massage, it is clearly potent," Crane said.

The results hint that massage therapy blunts muscle pain by the same biological mechanisms as most pain medications and could be an effective alternative.

"Given that mitochondrial dysfunction is associated with muscle atrophy and other processes such as insulin resistance, any therapy that can improve mitochondrial function may be beneficial,"Mark Tarnopolsky, professor of medicine for the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, who oversaw the study, said.

The study has been published in Science Translational Medicine.

A-Z of weight loss

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:46:53 PST

A
Avoid alcohol: You booze, you lose! Alcohol increases your levels of the hormone leptin, which in turn makes you crave sweets.Don't want to be branded a teetotaller? Order a glass of Sauvignon Blanc - 119 cals per 5 ounces.

B
Breakfast: A good breakfast with fibre and protein will keep you full till lunchtime and help you avoid bingeing. Opt for multi-grain cereal, lowfat curd or fruits to kick-start your metabolism.

C
Cortisol: Prolonged stress leads to high levels of cortisol which makes you crave junk foods. Solution: deal with long-standing stressors. As for short-lived ones, treat yourself to an oil massage.

D
Density: Go for grub with an energy density of two or less. To calculate this, simply divide the calories by the weight in grams (per serving). Stay at it and watch the pounds melt faster.

E
Eat at regular intervals: Go no longer than five hours between meals. Several small meals through the day lead to a better metabolism and greater control over binges.

F
Fructose: Ditch the artificially sweetened juices and sodas and get your fructose from natural sources such as fruits. Because natural fructose is kinder to your waistline.

G
Gum: Chewing on gum helps cleanse the mouth of bacteria, satisfies a sweet-tooth and reduces your urge to eat. The next time you feel the urge to reach for a biscuit packet, try a piece of sugarless gum instead for a zero-calorie treat.

H
Heart-healthy foods: Overweight people face a greater risk of heart disease. So, switch to olive and vegetable oils. Fill up on omega rich foods like walnuts and fatty fish. Choose non-fat dairy products and lean cuts of mutton and skinless poultry.

I
Insulin: The amount of insulin you secrete may dictate your diet. High insulin secretors shed more weight on a low-carb diet and less on a lowfat/high carb diet. Got a jelly belly? You secrete excess insulin and could benefit from fewer carbs.

J
Journal: Write down everything you eat and you could cut your intake by 1,000 calories a day. Food journaling may seem boring but goes a long way in making you aware of what you eat and thereby helps you shed pounds.

K
Ketosis: Ketosis refers to the point where your body runs low on carbs and burns fat for fuel. Therefore, ketosis jump-starts a diet. Restrict carbs and lose more initially. Later, allow yourself wholegrain cereals and roti, in moderation.

L
Low blood sugar: This is often the reason for between-meal cravings especially for sweet. When it strikes, reach for naturally sweet foods such as fruits and accompany it with a little low-fat dahi for a healthy dose of protein.

Sure shot ways to burn fat, fast!

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 04:16:54 PST

It takes great determination to lose weight. The fat has just been adding up for months or years, as the case may be. However, don't kill yourself with a mean crash diet to get into a bikini, simply follow our expert-backed tips to fall into shape.

'How to get started' is a major cause of concern. Whether it is sweating it out at the gym or going for long jogs, it is a tough call for most fitness novices. At such a juncture it is imperative to understand your body and its fitness requirement. And accordingly zero in on a work-out routine. We take a look at five fast fat burning moves...

Cardio exercises
Cardios are the best form of exercise for beginners. There is no refuting the fact that to blast calories you need to break a sweat. A lean body can never be yours without sweating out the excess flab. And cardio exercises help you achieve just that; they boost your stamina, make you energetic and flexible to take up an even rigorous fitness regime. Running on the treadmill, cross-trainer, cycling, swimming and skipping are the most popular forms of cardio. While a treadmill exercises the whole body, cross-trainers are for the hips and thighs. You can even go for the cycling option at a gym; there are two kinds of cycles, one for thighs and the other for thighs and stomach.

Diet
Once you have set up a routine, gradually cut down on red meat, fries, butter, cheese and junk food of every kind. Take a good dose of water depending on your body requirement. Coconut water and fresh fruit juices too can be taken post meals.

Spinning
One might complain of lack of variety in a spinning class, as the exercise routine can get a tad monotonous. However, spinning is a wonderful way to burn calories and keeps your muscles toned. Agreed, cycling in the open is a far viable option as it lets you enjoy the local sights and take in fresh air, but rainy season and foggy winters can put a dampener on your fitness schedule. Request your trainer to come up with varied routines to keep up the interest. At a spinning studio, with the help of background music and varied lighting, a soothing and happy atmosphere is recreated. Not to mention, spinning works best when alternated with cardio exercises. It helps lose fat and build muscles. You can do 30-45 minutes of non-stop spinning once in eight days, if you are combining it with cardio.
Diet
Food intake should be half of your normal diet. You can consume small portions of all kinds of food you like, but say no to fries, butter and cheese.

Trapeze workout
The form of workout is named after the lesser-known trapeze muscle which all of us have, but isn't very prominent. Trapeze muscles are connected at either ends to the collar bone and hence move parts of the skeleton. Little wonder, fitness addicts and body builders sport such a neat shoulder and neck line. To chisel out your trapeze muscles, the 'Dumbbell shrugs' and 'Barbell shrugs' are most effective. The former flexes your side form, while the latter is for the front form. It is to be noted that trapeze exercises are not for beginners, as it requires an already lean body. A few months of rigorous cardio and spinning can have you ready for trapeze. Outside of building swoon-worthy muscles, it helps keep sinus and cervical disorders at bay. A healthy trapeze routine requires each body part be exercised twice a week.
Diet
A wholesome diet, but avoid greasy and junk food at any cost. Drink plenty of water, fresh fruit juices and coconut water.

Aerobics and resistance training
Such an exercise routine is best practiced at a fitness club under the guidance of expert trainers who understand your fitness level better. Resistance and flexibility exercises help increase stamina, and if rigorously followed, bring you in shape. Resistance is a set of weight lifting exercises, while flexibility is for the lower body. With music in the backdrop, aerobic exercises are a fun way to burn extra fat and get fitter. It facilitates a great deal of interaction with your fellow practitioners and one could also pick up some interesting routines together. To achieve best results, do resistance workout at least thrice a week. Warm up with a set of cardio exercises such as jumping and skipping to build stamina. You burn more calories by alternating aerobics with resistance and flexibility exercises.
Diet
Avoid food with high carbohydrate content such as potato, banana etc. If you like eating rice, take a small portion in the afternoon. Simply keep away from all kinds of fried stuff.

Pilates
Pilates is also a kind of aerobic exercise which entails a whole set of routines on the floor - on a mat. Group classes are conducted at a fitness club, where the trainer shows new routines on a regular basis, depending on the ability of the students. After a basic two-day training, the body status of the student is decided and a goal is fixed for the week. Pilates exercises the whole body and burns calories. There are as many as one hundred routines for the abs only. While you are free to buy tapes and practice Pilates in your living room, the knowledge of a live trainer and his ability to access your body strength cannot be negated either. Ideally, about four kilograms a month is the healthiest way to shed weight.
Diet
A wholesome diet, but avoid greasy and junk food at any cost. Drink plenty of water, juices and coconut water. Not to mention, carbohydrate-rich food should be taken only occasionally.

Time you slipped into your track pants and broke some sweat.

Run for your life!

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:48:22 PST

Run! No, we are not asking you run to the nearest mall for the best bargain offer. Run for a cause this time, and the let the cause be Life!

Effective in curing many ailments, apparently running slows down the ageing process, helps fight diseases and psychological disorders and also to lose weight.

In fact, running also enhances the working of the respiratory system by pumping in more oxygen inside our lungs. "Running is one of the greatest ways for reducing stress and blood pressure," confirms Dr Ashok Ghosh.

If the above list of health benefits hasn't convinced you take up a regular running schedule, then maybe the psychological benefits may do the trick. Running, especially outdoor running is known to create a sense of euphoria or contentment in human beings. No prizes for guessing, therefore, that, doctors advise running to treat depression. Incidentally, running is also an effective way to release pent up anger and helps boost confidence among people. "Running elevates the mind and the soul and a calm mind is a tremendous confidence booster," explains Dr Nadkarni.

General physician, Dr Dilip Sengupta, also voices the same opinion, saying, "Running promotes a sense of well-being and has tremendous overall health benefits. Of course, the person should ensure a healthy dietary habit to get the maximum benefits.'

Well, running for your life, literally, should come easy now for everyone.

Tai Chi improves arthritis pain

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:21:44 PST

Participants who were recruited in the largest study of the Arthritis Foundation's Tai Chiprogramme, have shown improvement in pain, fatigue, stiffness and sense of well-being.

Their ability to reach while maintaining balance also improved, said Leigh Callahan, the study's lead author, associate professor in the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and a member of UNC's Thurston Arthritis Research Center.

"Our study shows that there are significant benefits of the Tai Chi course for individuals with all types of arthritis, including fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis," Callahan said.

"We found this in both rural and urban settings across a southeastern state and a northeastern state."

In the study, 354 participants were recruited from 20 sites in North Carolina and New Jersey. They were randomly assigned to two groups. The intervention group received the 8-week, twice-weekly Tai Chi course immediately while the other group was a delayed control group. All participants received baseline and 8-week follow-up evaluations, after which the control group also received the Tai Chi course.

To be eligible for study, participants had to have any type of self-reported, doctor-diagnosed arthritis, be 18 years old or older and able to move independently without assistance. However, they did not have to be able to perform Tai Chi standing. They were eligible for the study if they could perform Tai Chi seated, Callahan said.

Self-reports of pain, fatigue and stiffness and physical function performance measures were collected at baseline and at the eight-week evaluation. Participants were asked questions about their ability to perform activities of daily living, their overall general health and psychosocial measures such as their perceived helplessness and self-efficacy.

At the end of eight weeks the individuals who had received the intervention showed moderate improvements in pain, fatigue and stiffness. They also had an increased sense of well being, as measured by the psychosocial variables, and they had improved reach or balance, Callahan said.

The results have been presented at the annual scientific meeting of the American College of Rheumatology in Atlanta.

Home remedies for cough and cold

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:54:23 PST

With winter, cough and cold are the health issues one will suffer and as the cold wave hitting the country, this health issue is extremely obvious.

And it's not advisable to depend upon allopathic every time as side-effects cannot be neglected. Instead, try some home remedies to cure it and there aren't any side effects to those remedies! Here are few handy tips coming back straight from kitchen:

1. Gargle with hot water by adding a pinch of salt into it, it helps in curing the sore throat.

2. Keep drinking hot drinks like coffee and tea or just hot water.

3. Add turmeric powder, ginger powder and a teaspoon of honey to hot milk. This not only helps in curing cough but also relieves body ache, cold and headache.

4. For cold, steam inhalation with little eucalyptus oil is the best home remedy.

5. Add few tulsi leaves and crushed ginger together with black pepper to your tea; it's a good relief for cough and cold.

6. One can take Chavanprash (it is that the best ayurvedic tonic for winter) or amla murrabba because it includes high content of Vitamin C that helps one to develop a robust immunity against cough and cold.

Carrots make you more attractive

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 01:52:53 PST

People who eat fruit and vegetables such as carrots and plums are more attractive

Research analysis has shown that men and women whose skin has a yellow glow are thought to be significantly healthy .Yellow pigments referred to as carotenoids, found in fruit and vegetables play a key role in giving the skin that hue. Study's co-author Ian Stephen said that simply 2 months of increased consumption might turn out visible results.

Encouraging the young to eat a lot of fruit and vegetables is good. We should make them understand what will happen if they don’t take more fruits and vegetables. It is the parent’s responsibility to tell them the importance of including fruits and vegetables in our diet.

Carrots are rich in Beta carotene which helps in maintaining a healthy skin, alkaline which purifies the blood, Potassium which helps to keep blood pressure under control. And also carrots are great for dental health, improve digestion, prevent gastric ulcers, good for skin, hair, nails etc and also improve eyes health.

Why should we detox?

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:28:04 PST

Everyday folks are exposed to a large quantity of chemicals and toxins in the atmosphere. These will enter the body through the air we breathe, food, drinks, additionally as being absorbed through the skin. Smoking, alcohol, junk food, artificial sweeteners, all contribute to the toxic load .

The body has the flexibility to eliminate these toxins so as to stay us healthy; but we do not usually give time . The body desires the suitable time and chance to detox, otherwise we will be left feeling tired, and lethargic. The build from toxins will result in headaches, allergies, infections, body odour, and muscle and joint pain, flu-like symptoms and digestive symptoms like bloating, flatulence and constipation.

So give proper time to softly cleanse and rejuvenate your body, get into form and appearance.

By encouraging toxins and waste matter to be eliminated, the body will perform its traditional processes efficiently with the advantages typically including:

• improved energy
• improved skin health
• higher digestion
• weight loss
• improved mood
• improved libido
• brighter eyes
• higher mental clarity, focus and concentration.

Flawless skin at home

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:29:55 PST

To clear scars caused by accidents, roast turmeric powder (khadi haldi not the packed turmeric out there in markets) and blend ghee into it.

Gently apply the mixture on scars with fingertips and wash off ater twenty minutes. This mixture fully clears scars.
Another homemade remedy to clear scars is by using baking soda. This can be a natural exfoliator, that aids in gently scraping the scar tissue layer by layer. Create a lightweight paste using two parts of water and one a part of baking soda. Gently scrub the scarred space with this mixture for a few minute. Rinse off. Ensure avoid rubbing vigorously.

control dandruff

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:31:24 PST

Dandruff could be a common problem, particularly in the winters.

Since the majority wash their hair with hot water throughout the winter , this usually causes the scalp to become dry and flaky. Here are a couple of home remedies you can try to get rid of dandruff.

-Soak 2 tablespoons of fenugreek (methi) seeds in water overnight. Grind into a fine paste in the morning, apply on the scalp and leave for30 minutes.
. Wash off, ideally with a soap-nut powder. Use the water with which the seeds were soaked as an after-shower hair tonic. Follow this twice per week for the first 15 days and once per week for next 15 days.

-Squeeze a teaspoon of lime juice in the water..

-Make a paste of lemon juice and fuller's earth and apply this mixture to the scalp once per week.

-Keep curd within the open for 3 days and massage your hair with it for30 minutes before washing..

-Mix cider vinegar with equal quantities of water and dab onto the scalp with cotton wool before bath.

How to lose weight fast

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:32:42 PST

Weight loss could be a goal that a lot of dieters need to attain, however following a diet and obtaining results could be a whole completely different story. It does not ought to be exhausting and if you are doing it the correct means, you may get quick results and alter not solely the form of your body however additionally your health permanently. i'll show you some recommendations on a way to lose weight quick on a diet that you simply will implement nowadays and begin seeing leads to a 1 week amount.
Here are your free recommendations on a way to lose weight quick on a diet.

1. A diet is one amongst the foremost vital parts of weight loss. Actually, your diet ought to be the core of your weight loss program as a result of the foods you eat will either cause you to fat or skinny and if you wish to lose weight quick on a diet, you must create this your most wanted priority.
2. create an inventory of the foods that you simply eat currently. the foremost common recommendation you may hear or browse is to eat many fruits and vegetables a day. the explanation why this is often common recommendation is as a result of these foods digest slowly which means they'll cause you to feel fuller for a extended amount of your time as compared to rice or pasta which can cause you to feel full momentarily.
3. create your diet exciting and one thing that you simply will forestall to. If you eat sort of a bird, you may soon discard the diet and later blame it for failure to attain results. Add foods that you simply can fancy eating, you must bear in mind that this can be a protracted term method if you wish to lose lots of weight. therefore if you do not like broccoli and your diet says you must eat it, replace it with one thing healthy. Be inventive and make merry together with your diet.
4. the general public fail with their diets as a result of all the misinformation regarding quick weight loss. it's doable to lose weight quick on a diet however if it includes starvation or skipping meals, you may be disappointed as soon as that diet ends. Starving yourself can cause your body to start out storing fat therefore instead, you must eat a minimum of six little meal parts unfold throughout the day. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all vital however you may got to eat one thing healthy like fruit salad throughout snack time so as to curb cravings for unhealthy snacks. therefore munching on fruits rather than biscuits is a way on a way to lose weight quick on a diet.
What if when making an attempt everything you continue to cannot shed off that unwanted body fat. i do know how exhausting, difficult and daunting weight loss may be however if you actually need to realize your self-worth back and boost your self-worth, you may want weight loss ways that employment and manufacture permanent results.
If you're sick and bored with all the hype and gimmicks and every one the boring weight loss recommendation that simply do not appear to work; if you're serious regarding losing weight, then you wish to travel and grab your free e-book to permanent weight loss and vibrant health.

'Sexercise' for that slim figure

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:33:51 PST

Forget treadmills, long walks and Atkins diet, an expert has come up with a new way of staying in shape-and it has nothing to do with cutting out on carbs - it's indulging in plenty of sex.

Yes, you heard it right, "sexercise" makes a person slimmer - if you do enough of it. Combining sex and fitness is like killing two birds with one stone. Sex gets you fit. And being fit makes you want to have more sex. This is, in large part, because of all of the benefits a good sexercise routine offers, like: improved blood flow in strengthening your heart, better cholesterol, changing more of your bad cholesterol (LDL) to good cholesterol (HDL), weight control, better sleep and greater energy, including longer life and a better quality of life.

According to Fox News, women, in particular, feel more attractive with sexual fitness, since they produce more estrogen. This makes for shinier, smoother hair. Both sexes glow as their skin pores become cleansed, thanks to sweating. They feel sexier than ever. But how do you start this sexercise routine? Well, sex educator Dr.Yvonne Kristin Fulbright has come to your rescue.

Get physical if you haven't in a while . While it may be laughable to do this, you're going to be physically active, accelerating your heart rate, pulse, and blood pressure. You're also going to be testing and developing your strength, stamina, and flexibility. As with any form of exercise, you need to make sure that you're good to go. Aim for half-hour romps 3-5 times a week. This may seem like a lot, but this is actually not very time-consuming. Consider the amount of time you put into your favorite TV show.

Remind yourself of the rewards. Sex for 30 minutes burns anywhere from 15-350 calories, depending on how physically active you are. This is the equivalent of calories burned during a half an hour of brisk walking,
running, or lifting weights. Vigorous or longer sex sessions five times per week can burn up to 1,650
calories! The active partner - typically the one on top - tends to burn more.

Don't lose focus. You can easily get distracted with all of sex's delights. But your goal is to make it burn. In a matter of weeks, you can notice improvements in the tone and strength of your stomach, back, buttocks, legs and arms.

Aim for variety. Your sexercise routine doesn't have to be routine. You can't take it for granted that sexercising won't be boring, at least not in the same way as your treadmill. So get creative.

Watch what you eat . Also maintain moderate exercise out of the bedroom. Take care of each other post-workout. After working up a good sweat, you'll have to hit the shower.

Start running

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:39:46 PST

Running is the most effective exercise to stay fit. A thirty to forty five minute run, 3 to four times a week, can trim your waistline, strengthen your cardiovascular system and even facilitate positive mental perspective. Here are some reasons why you must begin running ...

More frequently you run, the fitter you are.

You do not have to invest heavily to start out running. Get yourself good shoes, track pants, shorts and tees, and you are ready to go.

Simply make sure your posture is correct before you run.

Running is not only good for your physical state, it's also mentally stimulating.

-Feeling stressed? Get out and run! Consultants say that running is nice for reducing stress levels. Once you run, it helps to clear your head and concentrate higher.
Research says that running is nice for your sex drive.

Running strengthens your heart and additionally reduces the resting heart rate.

Running helps you lose weight and tone your muscles.
Got a hangover? Running may be a good way to recover and helps to clear your head faster than simply sitting around nursing your headache.

Running improves your concentration.

Diets That Lose Weight Fast

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:45:00 PST

There are a lot of menu plans out there that claim to assist show you the way to lose weight quick. These diets that lose weight quick vary in all varieties of things, like the length, the foods you'll and cannot eat, how easier they're to stay to, etc.
You must keep in mind that these kinds of diets are meant for short-term length solely. you ought to perpetually talk to your doctor before beginning any diet - particularly fad diets - to create positive you're healthy enough to be on these kinds of diets
.
Just like each diet is totally different, all and sundry is totally different too. attempt to choose a regimen that you just assume you will fancy the foremost and might stick to.
There are several quick-weight-loss diets out there. however here are a number of in style fad diets that lose weight quick that are known to figure for people who stuck with it for the length of the program:
Lemonade Diet
A variation of this diet is that the Master Cleanse diet. this can be additional of a cleanse, however are going to be certain to assist you lose weight - albeit largely water weight.
Scarsdale Diet
This type of diet permits food - as opposition the lemonade diet - and you'll really be on it for a extended amount of your time. It causes you to follow straightforward menus that are created from everyday foods. Since it permits a range of foods, it will facilitate keep you with energy, and has additional nutrients.
Grapefruit Diet
If you do not like grapefruits, maybe this can be not the diet for you, considering the fat that grapefruits are the staple of this fad diet.
If you stick to it, this regimen will produces fast weight loss, however with a restricted menu set up. As stated before, you're mainly consuming grapefruit with simply a restricted quantity of alternative foods throughout the day.
Cabbage Soup Diet
This fad diet has been around for ages - very like a number of alternative programs just like the grapefruit diet. The cabbage soup diet consists of eating cabbage soup through the day, with a number of alternative foods.

This type of diet are often in hot water up to a pair of weeks. All the water that the soup is formed from permits you to feel fuller, very like constantly drinking water.
There are alternative Hollywood Diet, The 3 Day Diet, and thus forth.
The necessary factor to recollect is that you just don't need to be on these kinds of diets for too long as they are doing not give your body with all the required nutrients that it wants.
Once you've got completed the program, slowly introduce regular foods into your diet, or else you risk gaining all the burden back in an exceedingly short amount of your time.
- Lisa, kinesiologist and author of tipstoloseweightinfo.com, that is filled with fast weight loss tips, fitness tips, diets, and far more!

Lose weight without dieting

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:45:16 PST

Making tiny lifestyle changes will assist you lose weight faster while not feeling deprived of the food that you just love...

Often dieting doesn't work and later hampers our system after we revisit to our traditional eating routine. We tend to share some simple tips to assist you lose those excess pounds while not haunting over the strict diet charts.

Use a smaller plate
A study from the University of Cornell noted that a set portion of food when eaten from a bigger plate, diners felt hungrier and ate a lot of. While, an equivalent portion of food, when eaten from a smaller plate, the meal appeared substantial and therefore eaten less.
Use an even bigger fork
It is established from an Italian study that there's a relationship between the fork size and also the level of consumption. The analysis found that diners who used smaller forks ate quite those with larger ones.
Drink water before meals
Drinking water before meals cuts down the extent of consumption. It’s believed that people who drink 2 to a few glasses of water before every meal lose weight faster than people who drink water once the meal is over.
Eat with men
According to psychologists, girls eat less if they're around men! Strange, however quite true. It’s doable that little food parts signal attractiveness.
Hide unhealthy snacks
Keeping unhealthy snacks out of sight will profit hundreds. Chocolates, crunches when out of reach scale back binge eating.
Avoid peer pressure
Be careful concerning your friends. Although they insist you on indulging on those fat-filled snacks and significant meals, refrain. Remember, at the tip you'll be the sole person to suffer if you offer into their pressures.
Don't forget to scan labels
Remember to scan the food labels before you decide up one thing. Nutrition labels on food packages eat around five per cent less fat than people who don't hassle to scan them.
Avoid snacking in the dead of night.
Snacking in the dead of night usually tends to extend your weight .So avoid it.
Beware of skinny friends
Thin folks have massive appetites. Be careful.

How to shed the flab?

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:45:21 PST

Do you want to shed the flab? Go to work on an egg - that is the best way to start the day, a new study has claimed. For lots of years, it was feared eggs caused hypertension & raised cholesterol. Now, researchers at Surrey University have found that eating eggs for breakfast can help slash the calories eaten at lunch & dinner. Eggs keep fuller for longer compared with other common breakfast foods, & are also better for individuals who require to resist afternoon snacks on biscuits, cake or chocolate, according to the researchers.
"This study provides yet more facts that eating eggs at breakfast can help keep us feeling fuller for longer & may help people to eat less at later meals, thus helping with weight loss."

How You Can Shed Extra Pounds Fast

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:45:27 PST

The regular consumption of tea also suppressed damaging changes in the blood linked to fatty foods that can lead to type two diabetes.

Want to shed those additional pounds but still eat your favourite foods? Well, drinking tea could be the solution.

Both types of tea suppressed body weight gain & the build-up of stomach fat linked to a fatty diet.

In the study some mice got a high fat diet & others a traditional diet. Each of these groups were then split in to smaller groups & given water, black tea or green tea for 14 weeks.

But black tea, which is used in most ordinary cuppas, also counteracted the harmful effects on the blood normally associated with a high-fat diet.

These included increases in cholesterol, high blood glucose & insulin resistance - a precursor to type two diabetes where the body does not effectively use the insulin it produces.

The study was published in the Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry.

Cardio and diet

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:45:32 PST

To blast calories you need to break a sweat. Zero size cannot be achieved without sweating out the excess flab. And cardio exercises help you accomplish that; they boost your stamina, make you energetic and flexible to take up an even rigorous fitness regime. Jogging on the treadmill, cross-trainer, jogging, swimming and skipping are the best forms of cardio. While a treadmill exercises the whole body, cross-trainers are for the hips and thighs. You may even go for the jogging option at a gym; there are kinds of cycles, for thighs and the other for thighs and stomach.

Diet

Gradually cut down on red meat, fries, butter, cheese, ghee and junk food of every kind. Take a nice dose of water depending on your body requirement. Coconut water and fresh fruit juices can also be taken post meals. Food intake should be half of your normal diet. You can consume small portions of all kinds of food you like, but say no to fries, butter and cheese.

Avoid snacks in between meals

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:45:37 PST

Eating meals in the work of the short interval between breakfast & lunch may lead your weight-loss efforts to go in vain, a new study has revealed.
According to a study led by researchers at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Middle, ladies dieters who grab mid-morning snacks lose less weight compared to those who abstain from it.

In the work of the year-long study, the researchers found that mid-morning snackers lost an average of 7 percent of their total body weight while those who ate a healthy breakfast but did not snack before lunch lost over 11 percent of their body weight.
For the study, a snack was defined as any food or drink that was consumed between main meals.
"Mid-morning snacking therefore might be a reflection of recreational or senseless eating habits than eating to satisfy true hunger," said Anne McTiernan, the lead author of the study.
"We think this finding may not relate necessarily to the time of day snacks, but to the short interval between breakfast & lunch."
"Snacking could be part of a dieter's toolkit if they are eating in response to true hunger. Individuals ought to decide in the event that they experience long intervals - such as over hours - between meals."
They said that while snacking close to a main meal may be detrimental to weight loss, waiting long between meals also may sabotage dieting efforts.
"Adding a snack might help people deal better with hunger & ultimately help them to make more sound choices at their next meal."
The ancillary study involved 123 overweight-to-obese postmenopausal Seattle-area ladies, ages 50 to 75, who were randomly assigned to either a diet-alone intervention (aim: one,200 to two,000 calories a day, depending on beginning weight, & fewer than 30 percent of every day calories from overweight), or diet and exercise (same calorie & overweight restrictions and 45 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise per day, days a week).
While the ladies received nutrition counselling they were not given any specific instructions or recommendations about snacking behaviour.
At the finish of the study the ladies were asked to record the time, type & frequency of meals consumed on a traditional day. Percent of calories from overweight, fibre & fruit & vegetable intake were also estimated using a food-frequency questionnaire.
"Our study suggests that snacking may well help with weight loss if not completed close to another meal, if the snacks are healthy foods that can help you feel full without adding lots of calories."
"Many people think that a weight-loss program has to mean always feeling hungry," McTiernan said.
The study will be published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association.

Tips for first time sex

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:28:09 PST

First time sexual encounters tend to be distressing if handled incorrectly and with improper sexual knowledge.

To help you prepare for your first time at sex, Dr. Pulkit Sharma, Clinical Psychologist and Psychoanalytical Therapist, Vimhans, shares the top 8 things to keep in mind for first time sex.

Safety first: A lot of people feel very emotional and passionate about the first time sex and indeed the passion should be enjoyed but not at the cost of safety. Use condoms to keep away from unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. Choose a reliable partner who cares for you rather than going in for a casual sex encounter as the latter might be unsafe and risky.

Don't have very high expectations: While many people wish the first time to be a magical and memorable experience, it may not be so. Learning to have good sex is a skill, which develops over time. Having very high expectations can make you feel hurt and disappointed.

Don't forget to enjoy foreplay: Even though you may be anxious or excited do not jump to it. Take your time and give the other person time to warm up by an extended foreplay. For the first time, the more foreplay you do, the better it is.

Make sure you are amply aroused before intercourse: You need to be amply aroused before intercourse. Otherwise the first time sex can be painful and disastrous.

Don't assume that he's the expert: More often than not, men like to boast that they are experts at sex because they are often ashamed to admit their insecurity and inexperience. So, do not assume that he's the expert. Communicate your desires with your partner and ensure that it isn't always him or her leading.

Don't fake it: Many people fake being satisfied in order to please their partner. Such a step can breed resentment and eventually spoil your relationship, so make sure you are not faking it. For the first-timers faking orgasm is a big no-no!

Don't expect to have an orgasm: Although orgasm heightens pleasure, you can still enjoy sexual experience without it. Do not expect orgasm, if it happens it is good, if not then just go with the flow and enjoy the experience.

Will it hurt or will I be a good lover? First time sex may hurt a little and that does not mean that you are not a good lover. But if you feel hurt be open and frank in communicating it. If you have a sensitive partner they will be able to understand and take care.

Home remedies for Glowing skin

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 22:23:26 PST

Who doesn't want a clear complexion? Skin issues are nightmares for people of all ages. Everybody loves flawless skin.

But with the cosmetic industry growing & with it producing numerous beauty products, it is natural to get confused on what is the best. Some products might not suit your skin type. The best solution is to play safe & go for home cures.
http://www.healthtipslive.com/

All it needs is a couple of minutes from your busy schedule to keep your skin healthy & glowing.

Here are a few tips to aid your skin health
- It is cliched, the most popular & common advice that you get from people. Yet, drinking plenty of water is perhaps the most workable way to keep skin healthy & glowing.
- Squeeze half a lemon & add to warm water with honey. Consume this on an empty stomach everyday. Besides other benefits, this also purifies the blood.
- In the event you have oily skin, apply a pack of multani mitti mixed with rose water. This not cleanses the skin but also absorbs excess oil & keeps your skin tidy.
- To remove blemishes/scars on your skin make a pack of tomato pulp, haldi, curd & besan. This acts as a natural scrub.
- For a natural bleach, rub lemon peel with honey on the skin & wash off after few minutes.
- Dry orange peel, grind & make a powder. Apply this with water on the face for a glowing skin.
- A pack of corn flour & curd applied everyday helps keep the skin neat.
- In the event you are going out in the sun, make definite you use an umbrella to shield yourself from the harmful effects of the sun rays.
- In the event you have a dry skin, massage your face with almond or vitamin e oil to keep your skin nourished.

Importance of nuts in your diet

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:29:28 PST

Researchers have proved that nuts are good for your heart. Taking 3 walnuts everyday can reduce the cardiovascular risk. Research says that almonds have antioxidants leading to decreases in circulating oxidized LDL which helps to keep the arteries clear of plaque.
When you are having a meal that is high in saturated fats, having a handful of raw walnuts can limit the ability of the harmful overweight to destroy arteries. Research has shown that having walnuts every day can reduce the risk of heart illness and can help in lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) and the C - reactive protein.

Walnuts are rich in antioxidants, omega-3 fats and alpha linoleic acid.
Nuts and seeds also helps to reduce weight
Animal studies have proved that walnuts protect against breast cancer and prostate cancer.
Walnuts contain less saturated fat. However, all nuts are high in calories, so, having them in moderation is essential.
Look for the fresh nut
- Shelled walnuts ought to be brittle. Avoid the rubbery ones. Go in for the ones with a darker skin.
Add it to your every day diet
- Start the day in a healthy way with chopped walnuts in your breakfast cereal.
- Avoid meat in your salads and in lieu, sprinkle a handful of fresh walnuts on it.
- Avoid taking sausages, eggs and processed meat. Get your protein from roasted walnuts!

How to lose weight at home

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:36:15 PST

Losing weight is hard work, & what is going on at home can help or delay weight loss. So pick up the cues!
Stock your refrigerator with low cal food
Do you stock crunchy chocolates or frozen fries in your fridge? This is the time to restock your refrigerator with healthy, low calorie food options. In the event you require to lose weight, it is vital to have fruits, low calorie food options in sight. This is to be positive that everytime you feel like munching, you do not touch the 'untouchables'.

Downsize your wardrobe
Open your wardrobe & in the event you see stocks of dresses that comfort your excess paunch or hide those love angles, get rid of them. Possibly your clothes are making you cozy in your skin! Watch out for that.

Exercise in your home
Whatever little or large you have invested in your home exercise equipment, make positive it is placed at strategic locations such that it always crosses your line of sight. It could be your yoga mat, skipping rope or even a stepper. "With exercise equipment around, you are forced to be more active, thus enabling you to spend some time on it," says fitness specialist Leena Mogre. So make positive you do not stock it up inside your cupboard & let it be in.

Do your household work
A recent study proved that housework & pet walks help you burn far more calories than any gym process. Hence, take your pooch out for walks & mop your floor time some time. The process will effectively help you burn calories.

Kick TV out of the bedroom
The more time you spend watching tv, the more you lose focus of your fitness goals. Recent studies have revealed that television-viewing is implicated as a cause for obesity in babies. So, get that fool box out of your room. It is feasible for you to to catch up on sleep & hence feel more active the next morning; perhaps, active to hit the treadmill.

20 WAYS TO LOOSE WEIGHT

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:36:30 PST

In order to consistently keep your weight under control, it is advisable to walk about 10,000 steps daily. It is the easiest activity among all the exercise programs and does not involve stress to the body. Apart from the activity of walking, a systematic dietary pattern should be followed so that you are always free from the obesity symptoms.Generally the people, who are overweight, are usually not interested in physical activities. They prefer doing any type of work but without moving from one place to another. They usually enjoy watching TV and having a
delicious munch. For this category, fixing a program like aerobics or floor exercises would require greater efforts. Therefore walking is the most recommendable form of exercise. For the beginners it is ideal to walk for 15-20 minutes daily. Gradually, the time can be extended day after day until they are capable of walking 60 minutes daily.When the doctors prescribe pills for the patients, they advice the patients to spend some time walking around. The tablets such as Phentermine are effective only when combined with the healthy dietary patterns and a daily exercise activity. Losing weight is a difficult task, and people who are disciplined and take exercise seriously, would lose weight.

20 WAYS TO LOSE WEIGHT
1. Take it one step at a timeStart by paying attention to what you eat. Cut back on fat and sweets and add more fruit and vegetables. After you have that under control, add exercise. If you hate to exercise try it for only 15 minutes a day at first, then a 1/2-hour. Keep in mind that while you are exercising you are burning calories and not eating. Also, it will be easier if you chose an activity that you enjoy.
2. Find a friendIt is always good to have support when you are trying to lose weight. Find a friend who wants to lose weight and compare notes, weigh-in together and maybe even have a contest.
.3. Use weightsWorking out weights will build muscle and raise your metabolism so you will burn more calories. Also, muscle takes up less space than fat so you will be smaller ( but probably weigh more).
4. Eat fewer carbsDon't eat as much bread and pasta and you will see a difference.
5. Set a goalSet a deadline to lose the weight and write it down. For example, ' By Dec 14/04 I will weigh 150 lbs or less'. Put it somewhere you will see it daily
.6. Give up sodaIf you drink a soda or 2 a day you are adding empty calories. If you find it hard to stop completely, cut back at first and drink water instead.
7. Grill or boilAvoid fried meat, grill and use lots of spices. You will get used to it and probably enjoy it more.
8. Don't buy junk foodWhen you go shopping, don't go on an empty stomach and you will be less likely to buy junk food. Keep your home 'junk food free' so you won't be tempted to indulge.
9. Eat breakfastConsume most of your calories early in the day and always eat breakfast. Don't eat after 8pm and not only will you avoid those added calories but you will sleep better.
10. Give yourself a treatWhen you tell yourself that you can't have something you want it more. Give yourself a treat once a day ( ie. half a cookie) and you won't feel you are missing out.
11. Use smaller platesTrick yourself into believing that you are eating more by using a smaller plate.
12. Drink lots of waterDrink water when you are feeling hungry and you will get that 'full' feeling.
13. Don't eat everything on your plateMany times we eat just because it's there. Pay attention to when you have had enough.
14. Eat five or six meals a dayEating more frequently will keep you from getting too hungry.
15. Plan your workout sessionsWrite your workout sessions in your journal or planner.
16. Stay away from fad dietsFad diets don't work. If you lose weight fast chances are that you will gain it back ( and more) just as fast. It takes time to put it on and time to take it off.
17. Do several workouts a dayWhile you are watching TV do crunches and leg lifts.
18. Measure your foodIf you decide to have junk food for a snack - be sure to measure and control what you eat.
19. Keep pre-cut vegetables...and ward off those cravings
.20. Create Good Habits.

Water for weight loss

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:36:41 PST

Water Works for Weight Loss
Nothing quells the appetite like water, lots and lots of water. Start out with two quart bottles in the morning and carry one with you to work or wherever you go. If you like, divvy up the 64 ounces of water into eight (8-ounce) bottles or four pint (16-ounce) bottles to carry around with you all day. Freeze half of them the night before and they will last all day, even in a hot car. Keep some unfrozen so they will be ready to drink immediately.

Yes. You will have to make more frequent bathroom trips, but it is worth it. Drink your 64 ounces of water before dinner, if possible, so you're not up half the night going to the bathroom.
Water not only fills you up and lessens your appetite, it prevents those "hungry horrors" we all encounter when our blood sugar drops and we reach for cookies, candy, ice cream, fries or other high-calorie treats. Water also flushes out the system, rids the body of bloat and toxins and rosies up the complexion. Now, start splashing.