Refined Sugar foods: Easily available in form of sweetened beverage, baked items like pastries, doughnuts etc. fast food junks, all have high concentration. Initially these foods seem to induce feeling of goodness. This is because the refined sugar gets instantly absorbed, this is known as sugar spike. But soon spike is followed by low or the crash wherein the goodness induced by sugar slowly wears off and you feel low, de-energized and irritated. Thereafter you crave for more sugar, and you get into a vicious circle playing havoc with mind and also with your health by changing the calorie intake. Thus you will be stressed of overweight. Choose foods which have natural sugar like fruits such as mangoes, apple and peaches.

Foods that have high preservatives:The foods that are packed, or the cooked variety, have greater preservation contains like the MSG, and also has sugar and many chemical additives. All these compounds are known to increases the blood pressure and in turn it becomes a underlying reason for feeling of unease and you get more stressed.

Caffeine: Caffeine is available in foods like coffee, tea. Many people will tell you that they are addicted to coffee and if they don’t have the coffee they feel sick and have lightheadedness etc. after sipping coffee you feel better and upsurge in mood level. And if not there is feeling of intense deprivation. This is because caffeine is a strong stimulant. Occasional consumption is good but if you becoming dependent then you land up having stress when you don’t get the mug of steaming coffee.

Cholesterol Heavy Foods: Cholesterol in high amounts is bad, as it thickens arteries, which raises the blood pressure, and also induces hormonal changes. Also it causes greater stress on the digestive system as the digestive system loses out many vital nutrients in metabolizing the fats and disrupts the anti stress biochemical to be synthesized to function properly.

The reason behind the diversion from healthy eating is rushed lifestyle, ongoing stress, and the attraction of eating sinful food and easily availability and low prices of these foods. Thus we end up having more cholesterol in our body. Cholesterol is core component that turns into fats or is the adipose tissues in body.

One solution to keeping check and control the cholesterol is to eat food which in turn eats away our fats, that is food which are cholesterol busters.

Ultimate Nemesis of cholesterol is Insoluble Fiber:

To begin with have oatmeal, oatmeal is not just America’s breakfast fad rather oatmeals have made it to home of people around the world who are health conscious. In form of oatmeal breads and flakes, you must eat oatmeal. Oats are high on fibers and also help in preventing cholesterol to retain in bloodstream. Next thing that you could change in your breakfast is have Margarine instead of having butter. Its known to be poor cousin of rich in cholesterol butter. But margarine is rich with plant sterols. Plant sterols is a potent cholesterol buster. Also food like kidney beans, beans, barley and prunes are also good sources.

Apple a day also keeps the Cholesterol at Bay

Well this is latest version of the phrase, apples lowers concentration of bad cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, so you should eat apple every day. Apples have in them anti oxidants and pectin which lowers and also fight with cholesterol.

Ploy with Soy to become anti cholesterol

Soy has isoflavones which is group of compound which are natural agents in fighting cholesterol . Have Tofu, Soy Milk, energy bars, soy flours, nuts and granules.

Nuts

Nuts are healthy  and helps in keeping oneself young. Don’t gorge on nuts blindly but maintain basic intakes of nuts like walnuts, almonds and pistachios. Nuts have polyunsaturated fatty acids which helps in reducing thickness of blood and fights with harming effects of cholesterol. Nuts are sources of Omega 3 fatty acid which are also effective as fighting agents against cholesterol and also control blood pressure.

Olive oil- foils cholesterol.

Olive oil is one such rare food which is endorsed by Food and Drug Administration in USA. Recommended to people who have history  of problems in cardiovascular and of high cholesterol. Olive oil has oleic acid, sterols and also stanols  ( both tighter called as phytosterols) and phenols which helps in lowering cholesterol.

To reply to this counter argument, lets take in the picture of the situation of today. People of those years were able to get the required and proper nutrition of the minerals and the vitamins from the food which they used to eat. But today people are living fast life, where in people eat more of junk food, for they are busy chasing their life’s goals. Around every corner of the roads and places you will find joints of fast food restaurants, the food served fills stomach but in nutritional value its zero and at times even cause harm. This is why we need to have the food supplements and vitamins supplements.

As its very well known from the school times, that for proper growth of body, development of health and keeping well being its important to have proper nutrition, which includes important vitamins and minerals.

Like Vitamin A is very well needed for improving one’s eyesight and skin. Deficiency in this vitamin can lead to eyesight problem. Vitamin A is fat soluble vitamin, so you need to be careful as you should not overdose it. Carrots and Squash are its good sources but how much do we indeed take these veggies.

B complex vitamins that is Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B 12 etc. have a combined benefit in many functioning of the body and its deficiency leads to poor function of the digestive system, cause skin problems like the acne, wrinkles, dermatitis etc, also causes hair fall. These B complex Vitamins are prescribed to pregnant women, to assure proper growth of baby and mother.

Vitamin C is needed for boosting the immunity and also vitamin is necessary for healthy skin, also wards of the common cold and cough. Best source is citrus fruit. Also helps in healing of wounds faster. This is safe for daily consumption as it’s a water soluble vitamin. Deficiency affects one’s skin and cause scurvy.

Vitamin D we get by being exposed to sun, which we often don’t do thus the body is not able to produce enough of vitamin D which is needed by body for absorbing the calcium which is needed for bones and also small quantity in blood for blood circulation.  Pregnant ladies are required to have vitamin D supplement for proper development of bones in baby.

Vitamin E, a fat soluble vitamin, composed of eight antioxidants, and is very helpful in keeping vitamin A and other fatty acids from oxidizing  of the cells. Controls oxidation of the bad cholesterol and thus helps in preventing heart diseases and also prevents cancer.

The vitamins are very much essential and the lifestyle we have and the kind of food and meals we have, you would have understood that we are not getting enough and taking daily intake of the food supplements will help in compensating for the nutrients which you are not able to get.

To begin with metabolism is body’s rate through which person body turns the calories from food into energy. Metabolism rate is inherited, yet there are things which can affect the rate of metabolism. One of the biggest mistake that person on diet does is skipping of breakfast, thinking less calories consumed, actually results in slow down of metabolism rate as body will try to save calories because of absence of supply of energy. So this is serious mistake as person is not losing weight this way. Slower metabolism results in person losing weight slowly as compared to people who have high rate metabolism.

Well now about a good news there is a way to increase the rate of metabolism and thus burn more calories and that is by consuming food and drinks. But that doesn’t mean you don’t exercise. That is equally and more important. To make efficient losing of weight exercise with high rate of metabolism works great together which works in burning fats and calories.  Food and drinks which help in increasing one’s metabolism rate are:

Citrus fruits :

Citrus fruits have fat burning qualities, it also enhances metabolism so add more of citus fruits like sweet lime, orange, lemon, grape fruits and limes. Tomatoes also are good source of vitamin c, and have grape fruit as they help in reducing insulin levels. These foods are also good taste enhancer. Grapefruit diet is also suggested.

Green tea :

Beverage green tea is known to boost metabolism rate and also helps in enahcing one’s mood. Also green tea is believed to be anti cancer beverage, prevents heart disease. Green tea taste good, so have it atleast once in your day routine.

Apples and pears :

The reason apple and pears enhance diet, this is because these fruits contain pectin which helps in losing weight. People who consume more of these fruits are able to lose more weight, have at least three of these fruits.

Broccoli :

Good source of vitamin c and calcium, these help in increasing metabolism rate, also broccoli is good in boosting the immunity because it have phytochemicals. Broccoli is superfood for dieting as it is known to fight of the fat.

Soup :

Soup is known as appetizer, with intake of soup you eat less and also the burning of fat is faster. Soup is combination of solid and liquid which is effective in satisfying hunger.

Lean turkey :

Well this is not only for body builders, but for all, as this is rich source of protein and also helps in increasing rate of metabolism. Helps in burning more calories, and builds on lean muscles tissues.

Its better to diet wisely then intensely and harm your body.

Basic requirements for running:

You can’t run in uptight casual clothes, or in your gowns, in your tuxedo’s well for running you need to wear clothes which are loose, in which you are comfortable and feel at ease will running. And most important you need to wear right shoes for running.

Shoes which are designed for the task of running is best. When we are running our body absorbs weight up to three times the weight each time you land. Thus your shoes need to be such, that there is shock absorbance. Shoes which are able to absorb will help you, cause there will be less strain on your joints. Its also advisable to change your running shoes after about twelve months, also if you run many miles a week then may be you need to change shoes earlier. Also running at the places which are marked for running is better, where in you will not bump with others. Running can be done in night time too. Many people love to do that. Its kind of refreshing to them. So if you are one of them who love to run in night, then remember wear clothes which have high visibility and even though running in night, run in places which are well lit.

Basic Technique of running:

Running should be done right. Right because if your technique is wrong you will get tire easily or quickly. Also the bad technique makes you vulnerable for injury. Run right and get effects right. Some of the points you should take care while running are:

You should look some eight to ten meters straight ad keep gaze slightly down.

Shoulders should be relaxed, square, this makes them naturally to roll inwards with your stride.

Body should be upright, but slight leaning forward so that shoulders are in front of hips. This position is important, else too upright or leaned back acts as brake and increases chances of injury.

Your elbows should be maintained to 90 degree to 120 degree and arms should be kept close to your body. Your hand should be relaxed which allows to drive elbows back, not forward. Arms should be swinging back and forward and not across the body.

Most important is to cock your foot, which will make your toes point to the shin. While striding forward maintaining this position will help foot to land as per the center of gravity of our body. Otherwise, if your foot falls in front of your center of the gravity then you might injure you hamstrings.

Foot should be pushed to ground, move through the ball of foot.

You must be wondering should you have sugar or not? Well it’s not necessary that you avoid sugar. Here am not discussing about people who have Diabetes, but people who are not affected with diabetes. Such people can have sugar. This is because naturally sugar is part of many food items we consume; in which some food have sugar as part of it. Like wheat, fruits etc. have sugar, but there are foods that have added sugar which could be bad. For example desserts, sodas, energy drinks, or sport drinks etc. have high content of added sugar. And such food mostly has low nutritional value, and they just contribute to having consumed extra calories in your diet. This sets the stage for potentials for the health problems.

Natural sugar is better than the processed sugar. Sugar is the main source of carbohydrates which is needed by body as the source of energy. That is needed for proper functioning of body. Sugar which is added to the food or beverages is known as added sugar. Such added sugar is added in processed food because:

• Sugar boast flavour
• Baked food gets texture and color
• Preservation in food like jelly and jam
• Fuels Fermentation example in breads
• Bulking agent: in icecream and bake food
• Balancing agent in food with acids- like vinegar and tomatoes

Added sugar along with solid fats, together known as SoFAS, makes 35 per cent of the total calories intake in typical American diet. This is not healthy sign, because calories are much more then what you essentially need. Moreover the food is made up of this you don’t get the needed fiber in your diet or the essential minerals or the vitamins. Too many calories can result in gaining of extra weight and thus obesity. Too much sugar can lead to many ailments like tooth decay. Bacteria thrive and thus you develop cavities. Also drinking sodas, is harmful, because most of people drink that like water, or instead of milk prefer soda which has large content of added sugar. this also makes you skimp some healthy food that you could have. You get extra sugar that is high calories and no nutrients in this. I would not say this is only cause for gaining weight and thus becoming obese, but its one of the factors and if you could avoid it then you may be able to avert the dangers due to obesity. Also sweetened food is consumed more than unsweetened food. Also high sugar makes you at risk of heart disease. That is added sugar could increase the triglyceride level, which makes you at risk of heart disease. Its advised thus to avoid food which has SoFAS and added sugar. Keep check on your calorie count. Have food which has more of fibre and drink more water. Women need 100 calories and men need 150 calories from the added sugar, beyond which it is harmful.

Sensations that arise from the RLS are described as –

• Burning
• Tugging
• Creeping
• Insects crawling feeling

Such feelings are called paresthesias (or abnormal sensations) or the dysesthesias (or abnormal and unpleasant sensations). The sensations can get really annoying; they will first cause irritation and then get painful.

Most paradoxical aspect of such a condition are the symptoms of restlessness which hit hard when you are sitting down or lying down for relaxing. A lot of people who are suffering from RLS will face from a lot of difficulties while sleeping. If untreated, the conditions might get worse and chronic exhaustion and fatigue.

Living with RLS :

Plenty of people having RLS complain that they are finding it difficult to concentrate on the daily tasks. Apart from that, people might suffer in their personal life and daily activities. There might be a lot of other problems too.

Under diagnosing RLS:

Experts say that about 12 million people in America suffer from this disorder. But it is believed that this number is a small and there are more number of people suffering from it; some are undiagnosed. The people who aren’t diagnosed might not seek medical help. They think

• They won’t be taken seriously.
• The problem might not be too serious to seek medical help
• The condition can’t be treated

Signs and symptoms :

People who are suffering from RLS often experience unpleasant and uncomfortable sensations in their legs. Such sensations become more intense while they are relaxing or sitting down. There is an incessant urge to move your legs. The sensations occur deep inside the legs or in hands, thighs, arm, or feel or in between knee and ankle.

In most of the cases, the sensations only affect one side of the body of the person. But in some rare cases, it is seen that both the sides suffer from it.

Keep the legs moving :

Moving your legs constantly will help in relieving all the discomfort that is caused through unpleasant sensations and hence people always keep their legs moving. Doing this also prevents the sensations from turning up. It is also seen that the RLS victims pace up and down the floor continuously and move constantly while they are sitting.

Sensations are lesser in day time:

People who are suffering from RLS say the sensations are less during the day when the sun is out. In some cases, the symptoms disappear altogether during in air and sun. This might be the right time to sleep if they are struggling to sleep in the night.

Things that trigger Restless Legs Syndrome –

• Long car trips
• Sitting in theatre watching movies
• Relaxation exercises
• Immobile legs having cast
• Long distance air flights

Wheezing and asthma – the common symptom

It is said that wheezing is one of the most common asthma symptom and this is the reason why a lot of asthma patients seek medical help. During wheezing, you hear a high pitched sound of whistle while breathing through the mouth and nose. In most of the cases, wheezing is a common occurrence which is heard during inhaling and exhaling. Such wheezing sound is happens when the lungs are narrow. This narrowing of lungs mostly occurs due to inflammation because the flow of air inside isn’t smooth.

Inflammatory response is a part of asthma and is the real reason behind inflammation. Other disorders like vocal cord problems, pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD) can also give rise to wheezing.

What does wheezing indicate?

Wheezing and asthma are often mentioned together and there is a reason for this. The problem of wheezing is serious and it shouldn’t be ignored as it is a symptom of asthma. Based on the medical history and the symptoms that your body might show, the doctor may classify it as asthma.

• Chest tightness
• Breathlessness
• Chronic cough (this gets worse at night)

Should I see a doctor?

You should consult a doctor in the following two cases :

If you have just started wheezing.

If the problem of wheezing is persistent and gets worse.

If you have seen a doctor and if he says that the wheezing problem isn’t asthmatic still you shouldn’t ignore it. The physician might ask you a lot of questions about your health history and the symptoms that you are suffering from right now. You can try different methods for getting rid of asthma.

If you are suffering from asthmatic wheezing for a long time then it might mean that your current medication isn’t any good. Wheezing and asthma together indicates that the asthma has gone a bit too far and it is time to take care.

Aggravation of symptoms of asthma :

Medical experts say that pollution aggravates the symptoms of asthma in the people who are already suffering from this disease. Patient who is suffering from asthma attack might suffer from the following symptoms – burning sensation in the lungs, discomfort in chest, difficulty in breathing, etc. One very dangerous pollution form for the asthma patient is the ozone pollution. It is seen more during summer especially in evenings and afternoons. Particle pollution too is dangerous and it worsens the symptoms of asthma. Particle pollution is seen more in smoke presence in calm weather.

Triggers of asthma attack :

The air pollution will constrict the air ways and will trigger asthma attack in the people who are at a risk of developing this problem. People who are always amidst air pollution will become more vulnerable to the allergens like dust mites and molds.

Increases frequency of the asthma attacks :

medical study conducted at John Hopkins University in 2009 said that the air pollution increases frequency of the attacks of asthma that are experienced by patients. Study also says that the evidence which shows the asthma symptoms severity is more seen in the people who are affected due to air pollution. The effects of the air pollution are seen more in the people who are exposed to indoor particulates. These particulates contain both solid and liquid particles.

Surviving of brain cancer is a different story for different people. There are renditions which might warm your heart and there are others which might shake you up totally. However, it is important to remember that the survival depends on a lot of factors like

• The brain cancer type
• Location of the brain cancer
• Tumor size
• Cancer grade
• Overall general patient’s health and the immunity levels

The relative rates of survival

There are different methods used for calculating rates for the different purposes. Relative survival rate considers percentage of patients that have survived as compared to general population. This is done for ascertaining how certain race or gender is more susceptible to certain illnesses or diseases.

Here are some survival rates of brain cancer based on the sex and race –

• Caucasian men – 32 percent
• American-African – 38 percent
• Caucasian women – 33.5 percent
• American-African women – 37 percent

New Drug Temodar and Gliablastoma Multiforme :

New drug called Temodar is helping to up the survival rates of brain cancer for people who are suffering from the Gliablastoma Multiforme.

Regarding Gliablastoma Multiforme :

It is called GBM and is most common yet very malignant brain tumor of primary types. Such tumors are quite aggressive and patients can’t survive more than a couple of months after the diagnosis.

The Temodar Drug :

This new drug is quite promising and the GBM patients are known to survive for 4-5 years due to this medicine post diagnosis. Before this, surgery was the only option and it used to be followed by radiation. But it was totally ineffective. The results of long term were compared to the Temodar users and results brought some hope inside them. There were 573 people out of which 12 percent survived for more than four years. Earlier, this was impossible without any radiation or surgery.

The study was made by European Organization for Treatment and Research of Cancer, National Institute of Canada, and the Schering-Plough which is an organization for producing Temodar.