Diet And Exercising For Weight Loss

                                    Diet And Exercising For Weight Loss

 

Obesity is now being called an epidemic in the health community. In fact, it will soon be the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, even ahead of cigarette smoking. Obesity leads to type two diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke and even an increased risk of cancer. With all of these health risks, as well as the general improvement in the quality of life that can occur, losing weight is one of the best things that you can do for yourself

 

No matter what we would like to believe, there simply isn’t a magic solution to losing weight. The body will shed excess fat when it needs more calories to function through the demands you place on it in a given day than the amount of calories that you feed it. It’s that simple. So, to lose weight, you need to decrease the number of calories that you eat as well as increase the amount that you burn.

 

There is a wide range of options to choose from when looking for a weight loss program. All of them often spend a lot of time explaining what to eat, in what amounts and even at what times or in what combinations. But few of them emphasize the importance of exercise – not just for losing weight, but for your general health and wellbeing. Exercise is vital when trying to lose weight for several reasons:

 

First as you start to eat less, your metabolism will slow down somewhat. Exercising helps to elevate your metabolism back to an efficient level Second, as mentioned, exercise burns more calories so that you can lose weight faster and stay motivated in your efforts. Third, exercise actually releases endorphins, chemicals that keep your mood elevated.

 

Exercise doesn’t have to mean spending hours at the gym or straining through exhausting workouts. In fact, for you to stick with it on the long run, exercising should be something that you enjoy. Start by increasing your activity level in an overall way. Take the stairs when you can. Park further from the mall door when you go shopping. Go for a walk in the park or through a neighbourhood you love and bring a dog or a friend along for company. Take dance or martial arts lessons.

 

Once you become more active in general, you’ll find it easier and more natural to move into regular exercise. Which you’ll need to do eventually in order to get regular, noticeable health benefits. You need to raise your heart rate to a fat burning level and keep it there for at least 20 minutes, 3 times or more a week. However, if you don’t want to go to a gym, there are other options. Videos and DVDs are now available in all kinds of exercise types. That way you can change your routine whenever you want so that you don’t get bored with what you’re doing. Try a range of aerobics, kickboxing, yoga, or pretty much any activity you want right in the comfort of your own home.

 

If you have physical limitations that would keep you off from exercising, you can still find a way to increase your activity level. Water aerobics is a wonderful option for those who have joint problems or limited mobility because it relieves the pressure on your body that your weight provides. But you still get the resistance to challenge your muscles from the water. There are even classes and videos available that let you exercise in a seated position.

 

Whatever kind of exercise you choose, it’s important to stay motivated and keep it fun. Try gathering a group together to make it a social event. Or get a pedometer, a device that tracks how far you walk, and see how many miles you can walk a week. Make a competition amongst your friends or family members and treat the winner with something special (not food related!). Make the experience of exercising something that you look forward to, and it will soon become a regular part of your healthier lifestyle.

How does one start a “home base business”?

How does one start a “home base business”? Everyone wants to do it, but is there really a clear cut way on how to do it? You could search the internet for information, like your doing now by reading this or you can hook up with a good mentor.How do you start a home based business? Choose your business idea. Analyze the competition. Decide how you will be unique. Write your business plan. Line up financing. Name and register your business. Plan your marketing. Start making sales.

Here are some tips on how to “earn money online” with a home based business. There are 5 important things that you absolutely have in order to “make money on the Internet” with a home based business. I hope that by the time you’ve finished reading this, you’ll have a better idea of exactly what it takes to be successful in your business and how to go about getting there. Starting your own business is one of the most rewarding things you’ll probably ever get involved with. So if that’s true, why do “95% fail” at an internet based business? They fail because they try to start their home base internet business within 5 key things in place. 1) Don’t quit your day job first. If you do and try to rely on this “idea” as your only source of income, you will fail. Fail because 9 times out of 10, you will try to hard and try everything you see and hear to succeed right away. 2) Have a product you believe it. This is a must! You must believe in the product itself to have the confidence to sell it. Whether it be through email correspondence or over the phone, if you don’t fully believe in it, it will show in your words and action. 3) You need a basic knowledge on how to “generate traffic” to your web site. Having a web site with no visitors equals no income. Visitor’s equal opportunity and when there is more opportunities, sales will follow suit. With time, you will learn all the thousand or so other ideas on generating traffic. 4) A proven system in place that you can plug into and see results. Having an excellent “back office” that “automatically” runs the administrative end of the business is a key to success and reduces your learning curve in your home based business. 5) Access to successful mentors who have already become successful. Having a teacher that has the patience to teach newbie’s, especially when you’re just starting out, is worth it’s weight in gold. Solid mentorship is a very valuable thing to have and it can often be the deciding factor in whether or not someone becomes successful with their business. By the year 2020, it is expected that a third of the population in the United States will be working from home in one way or another. Are you going to be one of the third? A successful home business doesn’t happen overnight. The old saying “Work at home in your pajama’s”, is a bad example. You have to treat it like a real job to succeed at it. The mental aspect of working at home needs to be the same mind framework as you would working for someone else. Having a proven system that is already in place will make your start up time to running your business go much easier and will increase the amount of time you can spend marketing your business. I hope this article has given you some tips that you can use to help you in starting a home based business. While it may not seem easy at first, make a decision early on to never give up and put the effort into it to make your business successful. Stay consistent, have an action plan, don’t get discouraged, and it will pay off for you in a major way. Craft Business This is one of the most popular businesses for beginning entrepreneurs. And no wonder – it’s easy to get going and it’s a lot of fun. Plus there are all kinds of places you can sell your crafts! Start a Blog You too can start your own blog. You can begin small and grow it at your own pace. Most successful bloggers are known for one specific topic. Successful blog subjects include food, fashion, travel, music, sports, hobbies and many others. Be authentic with your audience and let your personality shine! Home Bakery You can start a successful home bakery without a lot of money. However you really need to plan it out extremely carefully in advance because if you get your first food product into stores and it doesn’t sell well, it will be difficult to sell your second product. Landscaping Business Landscaping is a perfect business in many ways. You can start small and grow it at your own pace. You have repeat customers which means steady income. And there is a terrific opportunity for making more money by selling add-on services. Online Clothing Brand It’s easier than ever to have your own clothing brand. You can sell it online and you can contract out the production work. You can sell through your own website or established platforms such as Amazon and eBay. Import/Export Business This business is a terrific way to earn money in a product business without taking on all the work of creating the products yourself. Historically in this business you would need to travel all over the world to source your products. But today you can also do that on the Internet. Online Resume/LinkedIn Profile Writing Can you really make good money writing resumes or profiles? Richard Lambert was teaching English full time when he started writing resumes on the side. He landed his first clients on Fiverr offering a resume and cover package for one low rate. lots of homebased business are:-> Home Tutoring/Online Tutoring Dropshipping Business Social Media Service House Painting Yoga Classes Music/Art Lessons Personal Fitness Training/Sports Coaching Determine what your minimum income requirements are per month and only consider business ideas that have a real chance of generating that level of profit.

Steps For Keeping Teeth Healthy For A Lifetime

Steps For Keeping Teeth Healthy For A Lifetime A smile can last a lifetime-if you take care of it. For that reason, it’s important for parents to instill good oral health habits in children as early as possible. According to U.S. Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona’s “National Call to Action to Promote Oral Health” report, children lose more than 51 million school hours and adults lose more than 164 million work hours each year due to dental disease or dental visits. The nation’s total bill for dental services was estimated to be more than $70.1 billion in 2002.The first step towards lifelong dental health and general health begins by changing your approach to oral healthcare. Poor dental health has serious effects on your overall health and dental health must be thought of as a fundamental aspect of your overall health and wellness.

Poor dental health is proven to lead to serious medical issues throughout your body. Gum disease, for instance, has been linked to the development of: Heart disease Diabetes Hypertension Cancer

The fact of the matter is simple. When you ignore your dental health, you will find it more difficult to achieve lifelong health and may even be contributing to diseases that will affect you for the rest of your life. Good oral health is essential to maintaining a healthy mind and body. What Can You Do? You must take personal responsibility for your oral health care at home. At Timberhill Dental, our dentists and hygienists can help you develop proper home care techniques but you must make the time to brush and floss. Remember: if you have children it is your responsibility to set a good example for them! Brush and Floss Daily Brushing and flossing daily goes a long way towards maintaining a healthy smile. It will also help fight against gum disease and tooth decay, which are big concerns no matter your age. Brush your teeth twice a day for 2 minutes each time with a fluoride toothpaste. Rinse thoroughly to remove any remaining food or plaque particles. Once a day, floss thoroughly to ensure anything caught in-between your teeth is removed. Recently, the Department of Health and Human Services removed flossing from its Dietary Guidelines, citing a lack of proven studies showing substantial benefits. Given that studies have still shown flossing can help remove plaque and offers no downsides or risks, we still recommend flossing daily. Additional brushing and flossing tips: Change your toothbrush 3-4 times a year Use a soft toothbrush (brushing harder does not mean better) Anyone with braces should use a specially designed toothbrush. Eat a Healthy Diet Your body needs good, nutritious food to get through the day. Why would your teeth be any different? When you eat sugar, the bacteria in your mouth creates acid. In addition to breaking down the sugar, acid erodes tooth enamel – leading to tooth decay. This is particularly true with sugary drinks, since these are generally enjoyed over a longer period of time. This creates additional acid in your mouth, leading to even more decay. The best diet for your teeth and gums is one that is rich in whole foods and low in sugar. Try to center your diet around balanced portions of lean meats, vegetables, fruits, grains, nuts, and dairy products. We also recommend limiting drinks that aren’t water as much as possible. Some things to keep in mind: The more you snack, the more likely you are to suffer from tooth decay. Both carbohydrate rich and acidic foods will lead to decay. Brushing and flossing, while helpful, will not completely eliminate the negative effects of a poor diet. High-sugar and processed foods lead to decay, as well as other general health issues like diabetes. Avoid Tobacco Products Using tobacco is bad not just for your lungs, but for your mouth, too. The effects that it can have on your mouth can be devastating. Did you know that 50% of smokers have gum disease? Other effects of smoking and tobacco use on your teeth include: Twice as likely to lose your teeth Twice as likely to require root-canal treatment Smokeless tobacco is linked with cancer in the cheeks, gums, and lip linings “Oral health disease is making disturbing inroads into communities across the country,” Dr. Marsha Butler, Colgate-Palmolive’s Vice President, Global Oral Health and Professional Relations, explains. “For children between the ages of 5 and 17 here in the U.S., tooth decay is more common than asthma, more common than hay fever, and it poses a significant threat to our children’s overall health and well-being.” Recently, during the celebration of National Children’s Dental Health Month, Colgate and Dr. Carmona unveiled “The U.S. Surgeon General’s Seven Steps to a Bright Smile,” tips that were developed, with a grant from Colgate-Palmolive, to help keep teeth and gums strong and healthy: 1. Brush teeth and gums with fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day, especially after eating breakfast and before bedtime. 2. Visit the dentist regularly. 3. Floss your teeth daily. 4. Use fluoride rinse for strong, healthy teeth and gums. 5. Limit the number of times you eat snacks each day-and remember to practice healthy eating and get plenty of calcium. 6. Wear a mouthguard when playing sports. 7. Ask your dental professional about dental sealants.

Through its Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program, Colgate has reached more than 50 million children with free dental screenings, treatment referrals and oral health education. The company is more than halfway to meeting a public commitment it made to reach 100 million children with these services by the year 2010. Bright Smiles, Bright Futures empowers children to take control of their oral health and helps to generate greater awareness about the importance of maintaining good dental hygiene.

Seven Tips For A Long And Healthy Life

Seven Tips For A Long And Healthy Life An ounce of prevention is certainly better than a pound of cure. Here are seven tips on how to live a long and healthy life. In addition, the same life style that helps you to avoid illness also helps you to lose weight. 1. Get Enough Exercise In the past people had to use their physical bodies in the course of their normal work. But today someone may get up, go to work in a car, then sit down, get up to go home in the car and when arriving at home, sit down again for the rest of the day. In such a life there is no physical labor. This physical inactivity is one of the main reasons for a host of diseases. Sport, running. walking and other things must be added to our life if our normal work does not require us to exert ourselves physically. 2. Go to sleep when you feel sleepy This may sound simple, but many people stay up late even when their body is telling them that it is time to sleep. Yoga and Ayurvedic doctors also say that it is better to sleep in the night and be active during the day. However, people such as students will take coffee and stimulants to study late into the night. Others develop the habit of remaining active at night and sleeping during the day. While we can do this, it eventually takes a toll on health. Alternative health doctors say that this kind of unnatural living is one of the contributing factors in the causation of cancer and other diseases 3. Eat when you feel hungry This is also a simple idea, but once again we often go against the messages of the body. If you eat out of habit or due to social pressure at certain time of the day, even when you have no real appetite, then you will not digest your food properly. Acidity and indigestion begin, and this contributes to the likelihood of other more complex diseases taking root. Having an appetite is actually a sign of good health, but if you have no appetite you should wait a bit and then eat. (If you have no appetite even after awaiting a reasonable amount of time, then you should consult a doctor because something is wrong.)

4.Fast on a Regular, Systematic Basis If you would ask any person to work 365 days per year without any rest, they would complain and say that they must have some rest or else they will break down. But we have never bothered to ask or to think about our digestive organs which we compel to work day after day without a rest. They cannot protest the way a person would to his boss, but they do give us signals that they cannot work non-stop. When we ignore those signals and still compel them to work, those organs break down. That is why periodic fasting is necessary. Refrain from eating for one complete day. This gives a rest to your digestive organs and also helps in the elimination of wastes from your body. Regular fasting allows a person to gain extra time for intellectual or spiritual pursuits. Fasting is not for hermits in a cave, but is a sensible practice that anyone can practice. 5. Wash with cool water before going to bed As mentioned above, proper sleep is essential for the maintenance of health. If you wash your important motor and sensory organs (hands, arms, eyes, legs, mouth, genitals) before sleep using cool water, this will relax you and prepare you for deep sleep. 6. Perform meditation on a regular basis Your body is linked to your mind. Many of the diseases of this era are psychosomatic. Stress and anxiety take their toll on our physical health. Meditation is a mental exercise which, among other things, allows you to detach yourself from the worries of life. Learn a simple technique and do it regularly. 7. Get up early every day Once again the old proverb, “Early to bed, early to rise makes a person healthy, wealthy and wise.” I don’t know if it will make you wealthy, but it will certainly make you healthy. Your body needs just enough sleep, not too much and not too little.

What are the symptoms of falling oxygen levels and how can it be avoided?

symptoms of falling oxygen levels and how can it be avoided? Difficulty breathing headache Restlessness dizziness Rapid breathing Pain in chest Confusion high blood pressure Lack of coordination in body operation Visual impairment Reduced taste on the tongue - sweet, salty, gooseberry, etc. Fast bang Measures to avoid: - Consumption of Shringa Bhasma with ghee, intake of Giloy / Amrita Sattva + treated Shilajit with fresh water. Immediately consume chopped onion with rock salt. Lie on your stomach and take a deep breath. Keep doing this for hours, there will be no loss. In a handkerchief, make a packet of camphor, oregano and smell it equally. If relaxed, do Anulom-Antonym Pranayam for half an hour daily, so that there is no corona.

Low blood oxygen levels can result in abnormal circulation and cause the following symptoms: Difficulty breathing headache Restlessness dizziness Rapid breathing Pain in chest Confusion high blood pressure Lack of coordination in body operation Visual impairment Reduced taste on the tongue - sweet, salty, gooseberry, etc. Fast bang Measures to avoid: - Consumption of Shringa Bhasma with ghee, intake of Gilroy / Amrita Sattva + treated Shilajit with fresh water. Immediately consume chopped onion with rock salt. Lie on your stomach and take a deep breath. Keep doing this for hours, there will be no loss. In a handkerchief, make camphor, a packet of spices and sniff it evenly. If relaxed, do Anulom-Antonym Pranayama for half an hour daily, so that there is no corona infection A normal blood oxygen level varies between 75 and 100 millimetres of mercury (mm Hg). A blood oxygen level below 60 mm Hg is considered low and may require oxygen supplementation, depending on a doctor’s decision and the individual case. When blood oxygen level is too low compared to the average level of a healthy person, it can be a sign of a condition known as hypoxemia. This means that the body has difficulty delivering oxygen to all its cells, tissues, and organs. An ABG test can be difficult to do at home, so a person may wish to do an alternative test, using a small device known as a pulse oximeter. A pulse oximeter is a small clip that is often put on a finger, although it can also be used on the ear or toe. For people who wish to purchase a pulse oximeter, there is a range of easy-to-use devices available online. Low blood oxygen levels can result in abnormal circulation and cause the following symptoms: shortness of breath. headache restlessness dizziness rapid breathing chest pain confusion high blood pressure lack of coordination visual disorders sense of euphoria rapid heartbeat CAUSES:-> oxygen levels below the normal values, may be caused by: not enough oxygen in air inability of the lungs to inhale and send oxygen to all cells and tissues inability of the bloodstream to circulate to the lungs, collect oxygen, and transport it around the body Several medical conditions and situations can contribute to the above factors, including: asthma heart diseases, including congenital heart disease high altitude anemia chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD interstitial lung disease emphysema acute respiratory distress syndrome or ARDS pneumonia obstruction of an artery in the lung, for instance, due to a blood clot pulmonary fibrosis or scarring and damage to the lungs presence of air or gas in the chest that makes the lungs collapse excess fluid in the lungs sleep apnea where breathing is interrupted during sleep certain medications, including some narcotics and painkillers When to see a doctor People should see a doctor if they: experience severe and sudden shortness of breath experience shortness of breath when at rest have severe shortness of breath that worsens during exercise or physical activity wake suddenly with shortness of breath or a feeling of choking are at high altitude (above 8,000 feet or 2,400 meters) and experience severe shortness of breath with a cough, rapid heartbeat, and fluid retention. Treatment Quitting smoking and avoiding areas where others are smoking may help to improve low blood oxygen levels. Treatment for low blood oxygen levels includes receiving supplemental oxygen. This can be done at home when it is called home oxygen therapy or HOT. There is a range of devices for delivering and monitoring HOT, but some of them are considered medications and need a prescription. Some self-care measures can be taken by people to reduce symptoms of shortness of breath and improve general health and quality of life. These include: quitting smoking avoiding passive smoking in places where others smoke eating a healthful diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables exercising regularly Outlook Low oxygen levels in the blood are not necessarily harmful and can occur in people who can recover, or in healthy people when they are at high altitude. These people do not need to monitor their blood oxygen levels regularly. But people with chronic lung diseases, such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, or emphysema, may have blood oxygen levels below the normal because of their illness. These people may require regular blood oxygen monitoring. People with low blood oxygen can also make lifestyle changes, such as not smoking or improving their diet and exercise habits, as well as being treated with supplemental oxygen. Some self-care measures can be taken by people to reduce symptoms of shortness of breath and improve general health and quality of life. These include: quitting smoking avoiding passive smoking in places where others smoke eating a healthful diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables exercising regularly. People with low blood oxygen can also make lifestyle changes, such as not smoking or improving their diet and exercise habits, as well as being treated with supplemental oxygen.

SKIN HEALTH

The skin is the largest organ in the body. It defends against disease and infection, regulates temperature and even aids in vitamin production. Keeping skin healthy is crucial for beauty and general health, even if most of us are interested in knowing how to keep skin looking healthy, rather than really keeping it healthy. The best way to keep skin looking healthy – young, fair, radiant, supple, soft and wrinkle free – is to keep out of the sun. Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun bring about a healthy-looking tan, but do much damage to the skin in terms of pigmentation, sunburn and loss of elasticity. These can lead to premature aging in the form of wrinkles, fine lines, sagging, dark skin, uneven skin tone, loss of translucency, enlarged pores and dryness. Even the best of genetics, topical skin lightening treatments and oral skin supplements would be of little use if one tans mercilessly and regularly. Keeping out of the sun helps, but if you cannot avoid it, you will have to ensure that you use a sunscreen. This is especially crucial if sun exposure is for an extended period of time. Assuming that one is already sensible about sun exposure, how can we then further improve our skin condition? We know that certain oral supplements are effective for good skin health, but which are these supplements and how effective are they? Supplement From Within The first group would be vitamins and minerals, essential for proper functioning of every organ. The vitamins and minerals that can affect skin health include the B-complex, especially B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin) and B12 (cyancobalamine). Overt deficiencies of vitamins B1 and B2 are known to cause special forms of dermatitis (a kind of skin inflammation). B12 deficiency is particularly detrimental to neurons and rapidly dividing cells, including skin cells. Besides the B vitamins, deficiency of vitamin C, iron and copper also affect skin health. All three are important for the synthesis of collagen, a key structural protein in the skin, which fills the skin and gives it tone. Vitamin A is critical for the normal life cycle of skin cells. Vitamin A deficiency causes skin to become dry, fragile and prone to wrinkles. On the other hand, excessive Vitamin A intake may cause serious toxicity and should be avoided. Vitamins C and E, and beta-carotene have been touted as anti-oxidants that reduce free radicals. (Free radicals result in skin degeneration and aging.) However, while free radicals and the role of anti-oxidants are beyond doubt, clinical results have not conclusively proved if supplementary vitamins and other micronutrients improve the skin quality and defy the aging process. Excessive doses can be just as harmful as deficiencies, so it is best to abide by the recommended daily allowance. Topical Help Oral supplements should go hand-in-hand with topical applications – sunscreen of at least SPF 30, creams (preferably with skin whitening agents) and moisturizer (preferably with skin lightening agents). Compared with topical applications, the effects of oral supplements are slower and more subtle. Consumers have to be realistic about their expectations because results certainly will not be seen in 7 days or 2 weeks. We recommend a holistic approach to skin health, comprising:

* A healthy balanced diet comprising all food groups as well as vitamins, minerals and micronutrients. * Keep a happy positive mood. It is well documented that some skin conditions – such as acne and eczema – are more prevalent among the stressed. * If you smoke, quit smoking. Smoke causes free radicals, damages the microcirculation of skin and also causes staining of teeth and other discoloration. * Minimize sun exposure and use a good sunscreen on a daily basis.

10 Easy steps to make you look younger

There are some techniques which have been implemented, but the most important things for us to do are being consistent in implementing healthy lifestyle and eating habits. We can’t stop the natural change, but we can still look younger if we want to work hard to slow down the aging process. Therefore, I’m going to help you with 10 easy steps to make you look younger: Detox – It’s important to start detoxification, getting rid of toxin from our body. Our body metabolism has done that process, but in everyday life we are exposed to so many chemical hazards from air, food and environment. Fasting or just consuming fruits and vegetables are ways to detoxify our body. Sleep – Having enough sleep at least 6-8 hours a day will make our skin healthier. Having a good sleep is also important because growth hormone is working during that time. It renews the old cell of our body, include the skin cell. Our skin will look fresh and young if we have enough sleep. Food – Eating healthy and safe food everyday will make our body fit, slim and also look younger. Try to eat more fish instead of red meat. Fiber food, vegetables, fruits, and supplements are important food to consume. Drink less coffee and other caffeine beverages. Exercise – Through routine exercise, we will feel happier, energetic, and confident. It also increases our bone density and muscle which can make our body look 15-20 years younger. Beside aerobic, walking, and swimming, goes also to the gym to do lifting exercise. Relax – By trying to be relaxed, our face will look younger. Stress and worries appear on our face. If we can manage our stress and feel at peace, our face will look younger and attractive.

Be Positive – A positive mind and affirmation we said can bring positive life to us. Negative thought tend to bring failure and make us look older and unattractive. Meditation is one way to make positive thoughts. Medical Check-up – Just like a car, our body also needs attention and care so it can work well everyday. Having routine medical checkups during our healthy time is important to recognize diseases as soon as possible. Active Life – Always try to be active during your life. Activities can increase health; and if you are in your elder age, your memory will increase too. Social Life – Happy social life can increases our spirit, bring peaceful mind, and make us feel and look younger. Communication with our friends, family, neighbors, colleagues, and others can bring happiness to us. Performance – Start to look at our performance. Is our body weight ideal for us? If not, try to fix that to the best ideal weight. Also look to the skin, hair, nail and teeth. Those are important as they will show our age. Looks good and feels good will increase our performance.