How to Prevent Health Issues

Cigarettes and Consequences

2009-11-03T04:53:00.000-08:00

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Smoke on most people just seem to be only personal habits do not know that smoking is basically dependent diseases like tobacco. Are many ways to quit smoking, quit smoking through the dry fit, the right time using some small tips that may make you a more refined way to quit smoking.

1. In a small portable mirror that sticks in the dark skin, yellow teeth photos.

To view it, may make you feel thriller as a foot cigarette.

2. To provide the money to buy cigarettes in the bottle to save money, days, months, years, Hadiahkan yourself with the money to buy pieces of clothing, buying luxury goods, or for other types of lifestyle and enjoy life.

3. Find a few things (except food). It flows time trying to do some things, like doing arts and crafts, home improvement, gardening, games and even crossword puzzles.

4. Did the negative mind. Do not smoke and look forward to see a better life, do not care about how difficult to stop.

5. Problem will be gathering all your cigarette butt in a large transparent glass bottles a day to see whether you smoke in order to grow contempt.

6. Not to bring tobacco and match his, will be difficult to get put in place. Remove all tobacco, matches and other smoking equipment. At home and at work to create a clean, fresh and non-smoking environment.

7. Choosing a smoke free environment. Enjoy outside activities or you do not smoke in building as libraries, museums, cinemas, shops or churches. Go to restaurants as far as possible sitting in the restaurant parking area selection.

8. Go to the dentist to remove teeth Smoking Ban left, so keep teeth white.

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The Fat Burning Zone Myth Uncovered

2009-10-04T00:04:00.000-07:00

By Caroline Radway

The concept of a 'fat burning zone' (as you will see on a technical looking graph on the cardio equipment in the gym) implies that you should work out less hard to burn more fat. A tempting concept? Why work out hard if you're not actually burning fat? Might as well chill out and read a magazine while moving as little as possible?

Well, no. The 'fat burning zone' concept is seriously flawed.

You do burn a higher percentage of fat the less hard you exercise - taking the concept to its logical conclusion, as you are burning the highest percentage of fat while at rest, this theory would imply you might as well just rest and watch the fat melt off! Maximum fat burning is at complete rest by this line of thinking. But of course you are not burning many calories - and of course it is the overall calories that count.

Resistance training, especially when performed in super set or circuit form, with intense work periods and short rest periods, can be one of the best ways to burn fat, and is far superior to steady aerobic work.

You burn calories during the session, but also elevate your metabolism via EPOC, for up to 24 - 48 hrs after the training session. That means that when you are at rest, burning that higer percentage of fat for fuel, you are actually burning more fat! Steady cardio does not have this 'afterburn' effect: intervals and resistance training do.

Resistance training also ensures you maintain lean muscle. If you are a woman that doens't want to get bulky, do not fear - it is extremely hard to pack on significant size, just ask any guy in the heavy weights room trying to get big (especially if he's going the 'all natural' route)! It takes concerted effort and lots of calories to 'bulk'. So women don't need to fear resistance training - you will become lean and 'toned', not bulky. What this extra lean muscle does, though, is mean you burn even more calories when you body is at rest, burning a high percentage of fat for fuel. The overall effect is a shrinking one - you get smaller as the fat disappears. But the magic is in the workout, not the rest.

Resistance training can give you all the heart health benefits of 'aerobic training' (do a superset resistance session with a heart rate monitor on to prove that you're cardiovascular system benefits!) but also the benefit of preserving muscle, accelerating fat loss and metabolism and balancing out the entire body. Steady state training, such as running, certainly has it's place, but if all you do is run they you are setting yourself up for repetitive strain injuries and imbalances. Resistance and body weight training work all the 600 muscles of the body in all the 3 dimensional planes of motion and works joints through their full range. So, heed my advice, and prioritise the resistance!

To supplement your resistance programme you can also do intense cardio intervals, rather than simply steady state plodding on the cross trainer. This has similar benefits to resistance training performed in a super set or circuit style. It also means you can get in and out of the gym, or get your workout done without having to go to a gym at all, in under 30 minutes, while also benefiting from the fat burning elevation that the workout has created for hours afterwards.

If you have more time, then by all means add 'lifestyle cardio' into the mix, but I would urge you to stop seeing the gym as the answer for this! Go for a long walk with your family or friends, go for a bike ride at the weekend, and use the time you are spending on steady or easy activity to multi-task! Focus on short, intense workouts 3 or 4 times per week, and then think of being as generally active as you can be in daily life, for best results!

Following my advice means you get maximum 'bang for your buck' and in an era where time is at a premium, making a clever investment and getting maximum return for that investment is what separates the 'have a fab physique' from the 'have nots'. You don't need all the time in the world, you just need to use that time very wisely!

Caroline is a Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher and Kettlebell Instructor based in the UK.

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How to Cut Down on Calories

2009-09-29T09:12:00.000-07:00

By jasenlee

Cutting your calories is important because it can help you feel better, look better and lose weight. A healthy lifestyle includes a balance between a good diet and the right amount of exercise. In this article we find out about easy ways you can shave your daily calorie intake without feeling like you are starving.

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Willpower
Planning
Calorie Counter
Healthy Foods

Meal Planning - It can take a little discipline if you're not used to planning your meals but the simple act of taking 20 to 30 minutes each week to plan your meals can make a big difference. The three steps to success are to:

1. Don't forget to switch your meals up from week to week otherwise you'll get bored with what you are eating over time and have a tendency to go off your meal plan.

2. Create a shopping list and stick to it.

3. Think about making one or more meatless meals a week. Meat is more expensive, carries a higher carbon footprint and a veggie based meal will typically be lower in calories.

Eating Out - Dining out can be tough, you don't always know how much butter or other ingredients they are using. Also, restaurants tend to make meals larger than most people want. When eating resist the temptation to order fried food or make simple choices like skipping the sausage on pizza. Four other tips that help with cutting calories when dining out are:

1. Ordering an appetizer as your entrée.

2. Consider ordering a broth based soup. Soup is filling and a good chicken or vegetable soup can be lower in calories.

3. You don't have to have a salad without the salad dressing. Ask for it on the side and before each bite dip your fork in the dressing and then dig in. You'll still get all the flavor with a significant reduction in calories.

4. Before you even finish your meal, in fact when you order it, ask for a take out box and put half of your meal in it. This will help with portion control and you'll have an extra meal for later.

And whatever you do... avoid fast food at all costs!

Grocery Delivery - Sometimes it can cost a little more but if you can afford it, using a grocery delivery service can help enforce a little self discipline. By using an online grocer like Peapod you might not be so tempted to make impulse buys you might otherwise when at the store. Besides, you can't beat the convenience of having your groceries delivered to you when you want them.

Avoid the Middle Aisle - It's widely known that the middle aisle at most grocery stores contain some of the most unhealthy processed foods. Try shopping in a loop around the store and don't go up and down each aisle. Not everything in the middle is bad for you, we all like our coffee, beans and spices but you just might be tempted to purchase some foods which might not be so good for you.

Eat More Produce - Everyone knows that vegetables are key to a healthy diet. The good news is you'd be hard pressed to find a serving of almost any raw vegetable over 75 calories. The list below are some of the lowest calorie vegetables you can eat.

- Romaine Lettuce (1 cup = 9 calories)

- Cucumber (1/2 large = 20 calories)

- Radishes (1 cup = 20 calories)

- Celery (1 cup = 20 calories)
- Tomatoes (1 medium sized tomato = 25 calories)

- Zucchini Squash (1 cup = 28 calories)

- Carrot (1 larger carrot = 30 calories)

- Cabbage (1 cup = 32 calories)

- Mushrooms (1 cup = 40 calories)

- Spinach (1 cup = 40 calories)

It is a great resource which allows you to type in the names of your ingredients (anything you have in the house) and it will find recipes that match.

Also, remember you can use zero calorie cooking sprays and butter sprays like I Can't Believe it's Not Butter or Parkay.

Drink Water Lose Weight - Most people don't drink enough water and if you find yourself guilty of this you should consider drinking more. Drinking water will help you feel more full between meals, aids in hydration and metabolism. Besides, water is inexpensive and can even help your skin look better. The benefits of water really go on and on.

Also, consider buying a water bottle that you can reuse as disposable water bottles are one of the biggest sources of environmental waste.

Substitute Your Soda - Most people love soda from time to time and some of us like drinking it every day. It might take a little bit of getting used to but if you switch from a regular soda to a diet soda or a zero calorie soda like Coke Zero you can cut a lot of calories out of your diet. Consider this, a 12oz can of Coca-Cola has 155 calories in it but Coke Zero has none. If you drink two cans a day you could save almost 15% of your daily allowance of calories by just switching to a diet version of soda.

Alcohol - Some call it the water of life... most of us enjoy having a nice cocktail, beer or wine after work, at dinner or when out with friends but alcohol contains what are called "empty calories". Meaning they provide no nutritional benefit but do pack on the pounds. It's okay to indulge from time to time but excessive drinking can add a lot of calories. Consider having a glass of water between drinks or diluting them with mixers like club soda.

Meal Delivery Services - Meal Delivery Services like Weight Watchers, Seattle Sutton's and Jenny Craig can help you manage your caloric intake. They are available in most areas and provide meals in specific calorie counts. Meals are usually generous in portions but are specifically designed to make sure you are getting just the right amount of calories. They generally space out different meals throughout the week so you can mix and match to have a variety of different things to eat.

Pack Your Lunch - It saves you money and saves your waistline. If you don't pack a lunch each day you run the risk of running out for the quickest thing available. Make sure you feed your body and stay on track by packing your own lunch. If it's easier you can make a bunch of lunches before the work week begins so it doesn't seem like such a hassle.

Buy Smaller Plates - It might seem like a silly suggestion but the simple act of buying smaller plates can help you eat less. Less room on your plate means less room for food and with good portion control practices you will cut calories. Don't starve yourself but don't go back for second helpings either!

How to Charge Crystals for Healing

2009-09-25T06:24:00.000-07:00

How to Charge Crystals for Healing

Crystals are composed of tiny particles that are grown within the Earth. They carry certain vibrations that are specific to them. You can use crystals to promote inner healing and growth. Crystals need to be charged or recharged before and after using them.

1. Charge the crystal you are using by holding it in your own hand and allow it to draw from your healing energy.
2. You can also charge or recharge it by soaking it in sea salt and leaving it for a couple of days, then rinse it in cool water and put it in the sun to dry.
3. You can tell when a crystal needs to be recharged by noticing dullness or cloudiness. When using a crystal to heal, you must recharge it when the session is finished in order to release the negative energy absorbed during healing.
4. Just having a crystal in your environment can bring more beauty and light into your presence, charging the area with energy - and purifying and restoring peace. Wear or carry the crystal to bring light and energy into your day and protect you from people who drain your energy or have a negative attitude.

Rose Quartz

Tips

* A good crystal to start with is a Rose Quartz. This stone is representative of love in all forms. Use with the heart chakra and bring love and success into your life.

How to Reduce Your Cholesterol without pills

2009-09-25T04:45:00.000-07:00

By Energetic

The American diet is filled with prepared foods that can create high cholesterol. My objective is to share with you some simple and natural ways you can reduce cholesterol.

These techniques may give you the ability to lose weight and gain vitality.

Cholesterol comes in the good form and the bad form. Bad cholesterol is something that is the eason doctors give you medication. Good cholesterol is what you want so that your body is in balance and can heal itself naturally.

Things You'll Need:

Water
Greens to Go

Organic juices
2 Minutes to Focus on Breath

Instructions

Begin your day with at least 1 glass of water. This will help your body rid itself of toxins that have accumulated during the evening/sleep time. This is necessary to have more health eliminations.
The next thing to do is to take some type of juice that's natural, organic apple or orange or grapefruit to neutralize the stomach and allow the body to have some initial energy.
It's a good idea to add a superfood green blend to your juice. The reason for this is to take the next level of support to your system and allowing the body to rejuvenate first thing. By adding supergreen blend to your morning ritual you'll have more sustenance to begin your day.
Next you want to take a grain. This can be in the form of a natural, no sugar anywhere in the ingredients, form. Oats, bran, barley and naturally dried grans are very good for your system. Add some raisin or black currant or chia seed and your body will be very nourished. If you need to eat a bread please find a bread that has no gluten. The reason for this is that gluten in the system creates sugar once it hits the stomach acid. Sprouted breads, if you find the right one, can be very beneficial.
Next you must do at least 15 minutes of some sort of movement. Notice, I didn't say the bad word exercise. There's a basic set of body movements that begin with head twists all the way down to ankle rotations. They only take about 12 minutes a day and are easy enough for anyone no matter what your physical condition.