Are you a junk food addict? Sometimes, I really do think that I am. I have been trying really hard to be careful but the process it is hard. When you want a chip! A piece of fruit is not going
to do it. When a human being continuously eats a diet of bacon pound cake, Candy bars, they WILL gain weight. They more they gain, the more they seem to need. (this has actually been proven in a study with mice). Not that I am comparing!
Does some of this behavior sound familiar? It does to me. Not sure if it is chemical or behavior but my best bet it to avoid the sugary items or a the very lease limit severally. Try not to buy the items and never order at a restaurant.
There really have not been enough studies to say if humans can be addicted to junk food but it sure seems that way.
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Welcome all
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Live longer
That is what we all seem to strive for these days. Americans tend to want to be so much and accomplish so much, that we are always pushing ourselves.
The American Heart Association has set seven health areas for setting and accomplishing these.
Go to the Association page and take the seven step assessment. for your own piece of mind.
Basically if never have smoke-that is good or if you do smoke the sooner you quite the better.
Your body mass index should 2.5
At least 150 mins of moderate to intense exercise each week.
Healthy diet including 5 fruits and vegetables a day, low sugar and sodium intake.
Total cholesterol of 200 or lower.
Blood pressure 120/80
Fasting blood sugar of 100 or lower.
The American Heart Association has set seven health areas for setting and accomplishing these.
Go to the Association page and take the seven step assessment. for your own piece of mind.
Basically if never have smoke-that is good or if you do smoke the sooner you quite the better.
Your body mass index should 2.5
At least 150 mins of moderate to intense exercise each week.
Healthy diet including 5 fruits and vegetables a day, low sugar and sodium intake.
Total cholesterol of 200 or lower.
Blood pressure 120/80
Fasting blood sugar of 100 or lower.
Sleep
Can sleep help with weight loss? Yes believe it or not. I read a great article from livestrong that gives some advice on this subject. Those that tend to stay awake the most are often overweight.
Many studies are showing that the less a person sleeps the heavier they tend to be.
WHY you might ask? Probably because of the link between sleep and hormones.
Leptin: which is released by fat cells, signals the brain to stop eating.
Ghrelin which is made in the stomach and small intestine, signals the brain to continue eating.
Both of these hormones influence how much you eat. The fewer hours you sleep, the hungrier you tend to be.
When you sleep less your body considers that you are in starvation mode-slowing down your metabolism and burning fewer calories.
AND simple enough, the more hours that you are awake-the more hours you have to EAT.
Obesity ofcourse causes other problems in the body. Sleep apnea, stroke, heart disease, high blood pressure. Seems to be circle effect. BOTTOM line seems to be sleep more and then be active when you are awake. Might even help with the happiness factor.
Many studies are showing that the less a person sleeps the heavier they tend to be.
WHY you might ask? Probably because of the link between sleep and hormones.
Leptin: which is released by fat cells, signals the brain to stop eating.
Ghrelin which is made in the stomach and small intestine, signals the brain to continue eating.
Both of these hormones influence how much you eat. The fewer hours you sleep, the hungrier you tend to be.
When you sleep less your body considers that you are in starvation mode-slowing down your metabolism and burning fewer calories.
AND simple enough, the more hours that you are awake-the more hours you have to EAT.
Obesity ofcourse causes other problems in the body. Sleep apnea, stroke, heart disease, high blood pressure. Seems to be circle effect. BOTTOM line seems to be sleep more and then be active when you are awake. Might even help with the happiness factor.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Whole grains
OH the mystery of grains. What are they and what do they do.?! Found this simple article that helped me know a little more and might help you. Here my interpertation!
DENFINITION:The whole which is actually the seed or kernel has three parts the bran, the germ and the ednosperm.
BRAN the outer skin the contains antioxidants, B vits and fiber.
GERM the "baby" of the seed, which grows into the neew plant. Contains many vits, minerals and HEALTHY fats.. They can be added to a variety of foods to boost nutrition.
ENDOSPERM seeds food supply.
TYPES of whole grains:
Wild rice
Brown rice
Whole wheat
Oatmeal or whole oats
Barley
Rye
Bulgur
Popcorn
A government study in 05 recommends that half you daily grain servings be whole. How are you going to this?
Whole grain toast instead of white, whole wheat flour, toss in some brown rice to stews or soups.
Look at labels, the first ingredient should be whole wheat flour. Look for whole wheat pasta, brown rice, oats.
These all have the benefit of probably reducing your chances of certain kind of cancers, lowering risk of diabetes and heart disease.
AS ALWAYS check with your physicians when you have any questions.
DENFINITION:The whole which is actually the seed or kernel has three parts the bran, the germ and the ednosperm.
BRAN the outer skin the contains antioxidants, B vits and fiber.
GERM the "baby" of the seed, which grows into the neew plant. Contains many vits, minerals and HEALTHY fats.. They can be added to a variety of foods to boost nutrition.
ENDOSPERM seeds food supply.
TYPES of whole grains:
Wild rice
Brown rice
Whole wheat
Oatmeal or whole oats
Barley
Rye
Bulgur
Popcorn
A government study in 05 recommends that half you daily grain servings be whole. How are you going to this?
Whole grain toast instead of white, whole wheat flour, toss in some brown rice to stews or soups.
Look at labels, the first ingredient should be whole wheat flour. Look for whole wheat pasta, brown rice, oats.
These all have the benefit of probably reducing your chances of certain kind of cancers, lowering risk of diabetes and heart disease.
AS ALWAYS check with your physicians when you have any questions.
massage
What do your think of when you hear the word MASSAGE? A day with friends! To much touching?
Well think again all. Massage is the up and coming way to help your body make it through the days and the health crises.
Let us look at some benefits: Speed muscle repair
Release stress
Lower blood pressure
Increase range of motion, flexibility and blood circulation
Just be aware that if you are on blood thinners or have deep vein thrombosis, you might want to ask health care provider before you try this. Be careful if running a fever or have any open wounds.
SWEDISH Massage: most popular forms. Long gentle smooth strokes are used with light kneading and circular motion.
DEEP TISSUE: slower and targets the deeper layer of muscles. Helps break down knots and adhesion's.
SPORTS massage deep tissue generally on area of interest of the athlete.
HOT STONE massage: hot flat stones are used on various key points of the body to help relax the muscles. Most of the time these stones are used along with regular massage.
Well think again all. Massage is the up and coming way to help your body make it through the days and the health crises.
Let us look at some benefits: Speed muscle repair
Release stress
Lower blood pressure
Increase range of motion, flexibility and blood circulation
Just be aware that if you are on blood thinners or have deep vein thrombosis, you might want to ask health care provider before you try this. Be careful if running a fever or have any open wounds.
SWEDISH Massage: most popular forms. Long gentle smooth strokes are used with light kneading and circular motion.
DEEP TISSUE: slower and targets the deeper layer of muscles. Helps break down knots and adhesion's.
SPORTS massage deep tissue generally on area of interest of the athlete.
HOT STONE massage: hot flat stones are used on various key points of the body to help relax the muscles. Most of the time these stones are used along with regular massage.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Friendship
In our quest for better health, we often forget a powerful weapon we all poses OUR FRIENDS!
It seems that friendship has been a recent idea for the researchers. They are showing that people with a circle of Friends seem to be living longer and promote brain health. It seems women especially tend to turn toward their friends for all kinds of reason but men can also gain help if they have friendships.
Exactly why? has not been determined. Beyond the obvious of running errands, being around to talk and vent, the underlying benefits are not yet documented. Maybe the social ties produce better access to health services. Maybe friends help lower your stress levels. Whatever the reason the studies from Virginia Tech, University of Virg, University of California and others have have shown that FRIENDS make your life better.
Sooo!!! let us tend to our friends. They make us happy.
It seems that friendship has been a recent idea for the researchers. They are showing that people with a circle of Friends seem to be living longer and promote brain health. It seems women especially tend to turn toward their friends for all kinds of reason but men can also gain help if they have friendships.
Exactly why? has not been determined. Beyond the obvious of running errands, being around to talk and vent, the underlying benefits are not yet documented. Maybe the social ties produce better access to health services. Maybe friends help lower your stress levels. Whatever the reason the studies from Virginia Tech, University of Virg, University of California and others have have shown that FRIENDS make your life better.
Sooo!!! let us tend to our friends. They make us happy.
Believe in yourself
Yes, something as simple as this will help one maintain mental health and happiness.
When you look at yourself, do you see abilities or or boundaries? Do not be a person who obsesses about a weakness. Remember your hidden talents and focus on those. What might this talent be? It is probably right in front on you-where do you get the most compliments? What seems to come easy to you? Maybe someone might be asking for advice on a certain topic. These are all the potential for your talents which in turn gives one a sense of accomplishment.
Go for it!!!
When you look at yourself, do you see abilities or or boundaries? Do not be a person who obsesses about a weakness. Remember your hidden talents and focus on those. What might this talent be? It is probably right in front on you-where do you get the most compliments? What seems to come easy to you? Maybe someone might be asking for advice on a certain topic. These are all the potential for your talents which in turn gives one a sense of accomplishment.
Go for it!!!
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