Easy ways to reduce cholestrol

Posted by admin | Health and Fitness | Monday 14 February 2011 3:39 am

Easy ways to reduce cholestrolMetamucil and Dr. Michael Roizen, Chairman of the Wellness Institute at Cleveland Clinic and host of the upcoming PBS series, “Younger You,” have suggested things you need to do to lower your cholesterol.

The things will help in reducing the level of cholesterol to a considerable extent.

From in.news.yahoo.com:

Take Psyllium

The first, and one of the simplest tips, is to get more fiber in your diet – but not just any kind, because not all fibers work the same way. Viscous soluble fiber like psyllium fiber, the natural dietary fiber found in Metamucil, is proven to help lower total and “lousy” LDL cholesterol because it forms a thick gel that traps and helps remove some cholesterol, bile acids and waste in the gut. This is why I recommend my patients supplement low fat, low cholesterol diets with 7 grams of soluble fiber from psyllium daily, as in Metamucil.

Wear a Pedometer and Increase Daily Activity

You’d be amazed to see how many extra steps you can take in one day — grab a pedometer and watch the numbers roll as you make simple changes for your health and take the stairs, walk to work, or stroll around the neighborhood to increase your physical activity for better heart health. Tracking your progress throughout the day can be great inspiration to keep going, and walking is a simple and easy type of exercise to help lower cholesterol!

In addition to that, it is best to exercise with a friend so that motivation, encouragement, and a friend to lean on are always beside you.

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Improve health and mood with morning sex

Posted by admin | Health and Fitness | Thursday 3 February 2011 3:18 am

Improve health and mood with morning sexA recently concluded study has suggested that the best way to kick start your day feeling healthy and positive is by making love in the morning.

The research suggested that adults who make love first thing in the morning apparently not only feel more upbeat for the rest of the day but also have a strong immune system.

From in.news.yahoo.com:

“Having sex in the morning releases the feel-good chemical oxytocin, which makes couples feel loving and bonded all day long,” the Daily Mail quoted Dr Debby Herbenick, an American research scientist and sex advice columnist, as saying.

Dr Herbenick, author of the book Because It Feels Good, added: “It makes you stronger and more beautiful too: Morning sex can strengthen your immune system for the day by enhancing your levels of IgA, an antibody that protects against infection.

“And it releases chemicals that boost levels of oestrogen, which improves the tone and texture of your skin and hair.”

Other studies suggest that the benefits do not end there. A study at Queens University in Belfast found that having sex three times a week could halve the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Research from Nottingham University also revealed that men who kept up a regular sex life in their 50s were also at lower risk of developing prostate cancer.

Moreover, morning sex can improve the quality of hair, skin, and nails.

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Astrology boosts chances of a baby

Posted by admin | Health and Fitness | Friday 28 January 2011 3:40 am

Astrology boosts chances of a babyThe Daily Mail has reported that a couple have been able to become proud parents with fertility astrologer after failing with spiritual healing, feng shui, acupuncture, organic diets, and a host of herbal remedies.

Astro-fertility has helped Mandy and Mark Parry to become a proud parent after four-miscarriages and six failed IVF-treatments made them depressed.

From in.news.yahoo.com:

‘Though I was sceptical, I was also desperate,’ says Mandy. ‘I don’t even read my horoscope and Mark thought it was a complete waste of money. But when you want a baby as badly as I did, you will consider anything.

‘Since Violet was born I feel intoxicated with happiness. I still can’t quite believe she’s here. All of my -scepticism has melted away.’

Astro-fertility works on the assumption that there are only two or three times a year when a woman can become pregnant and go on to successfully give birth.

Those windows are particular to each woman based on her and her partner’s time and place of birth and the alignment of planets at those moments.

It is only when the position of those planets is replicated that a woman can conceive.

‘It sounds like nonsense. But we’d exhausted all other options so I thought ‘Why not’,’ says Mandy, a secondary school teacher.

The news may provide great sense of relief to many couples who have been unable to become parents due to medical or other complications.

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Drinking beer is good for health

Posted by admin | Health and Fitness | Monday 17 January 2011 4:13 am

Drinking beer is good for health

Drinking up to a pint of beer a day is good besides being good for reducing the risk of diabetes and high blood pressure, according to doctors.

It was claimed by the involved doctors that moderate consumption of beer could even help people lose weight if combined with a healthy diet.

From in.news.yahoo.com:

“In this study we banish myths. We know that beer is not to blame for obesity,” the Daily Mail quoted Dr Lamuela as saying.

Beer contains folic acid, vitamins, iron and calcium, which the study claims provide a ‘protective’ effect on the cardiovascular system.

The subjects who regularly drank moderate amounts of beer were less likely to suffer from diabetes and high blood pressure, and had a lower body fat content.

The researchers from Barcelona and Madrid suggested women should drink two small glasses of beer a day while men should drink three, combined with a healthy diet and exercise.

Beer provides the same health benefits attributed to moderate consumption of wine, as per Doctors Ramon Estruch and Rosa Lamuela from Barcelona and Madrid.

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How to get rid of a bad hangover

Posted by admin | Health and Fitness | Wednesday 5 January 2011 5:45 am

How to get rid of a bad hangoverIf you want to avoid the bad feelings of nausea and headache after being high on alcohol this party season, honey on toast can help to a considerable extent.

The Royal Society of Chemistry claims that honey is one of the best ways for treating toxins in the body post-binge.

From in.news.yahoo.com:

“The happiness comes from alcohol. The hangover comes from acetaldehyde. This is the toxic chemical into which alcohol is converted by the body and it causes a throbbing headache, nausea, and maybe even vomiting,” the Telegraph quoted Dr John Emsley of the Royal Society, as saying.

“The hangover disappears as the acetaldehyde is slowly converted to less toxic chemicals,” he added.

Honey is also a source of potassium and sodium that helps fight the alcohol toxins.

There are a few other tips you can follow to help cure a hangover: drink a glass of milk, stick to clear alcohols like gin or mix your drink with a bit of softdrink. Of course, water before going to bed helps too.

“The milk slows down the absorption of alcohol, which means there is less acetaldehyde for the body to deal with at any one time,” Emsley said.

Honey includes fructose that is also found in golden syrup, which is essential to help the body break down alcohol into harmless by-products.

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How to get six pack abs fast

Posted by admin | Health and Fitness | Wednesday 22 December 2010 6:44 am

How to get six pack abs fastIf the thought of six pack abs has been on your mind for a while but you have not initiated a move, it is time for you to act now.

In this piece of information, you will be accessing basic tips about six pack abs and how you can start walking on the route to success.

From Healthandsuppliments.com:

Exercise after warming up for about 30-40 minutes per day and say yes to fresh fruit and vegetables. This will help you in maintaining good quantities of necessary vitamins and minerals. Do not feed your body with a heavy meal, use small meals for about 4-5 times a day. Furthermore, do not exert your body by drinking less of water, drink about 8-10 glass of water per day to keep the impurities out and burn calories in an easy manner.

One of the best combinations before you for the six pack glory will be the usage of crunches with and without a medicine ball to build up muscle. In addition to that, combine a cardiovascular program into your exercise sessions to burn fat and get those strong, appealing abs. One thing that just cannot be ignored by you is effective rest, a rest of 48 hours before and after your planned abdominal workouts will give you the distinct edge. In addition to that, plan different exercises for all parts of your body so that you get a complete body change in your aim with successful full-body nourishment training modules. And, within no time, you will be boasting of those six pack abs of yours.

In addition to the above tips, it is imperative for you to note that six pack abs come easy and fast only with a high protein, low carbohydrate diet.

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