Sep
19
Drinking Your Way to a Healthy Body
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While dieting it is important to watch what you drink just as much as you watch what you eat. A great number of beverages and “healthy” fruit juices are packed with high amounts of sugar and will cause weight gain if not properly burned off. This actually defeats the purpose of dieting because by drinking all these beverages full of sugar, you are actually working against your goal. Here are a couple of rules when it comes to what to drink while dieting.
Rule # 1:
Drink plenty of water. I know, you’ve probably heard this a million times but it’s true, this is a key ingredient of a healthy lifestyle.
If you are the kind of person who just can’t stand drinking water because it doesn’t taste like anything, try adding a lemon wedge to give it a little twist in flavor.
Rule # 2:
Lay off the booze. We all know about the beer bellies but what many don’t know is that it has been proven that alcohol has elements which actually make it more difficult to burn off fat.
This isn’t to say you can never drink again but you shouldn’t exceed 1-2 drinks if you are looking to be healthy. Our liver is one of the organs mainly responsible for metabolizing fat. Since alcohol seriously impinges on proper liver function, too much alcohol means your body isn’t being able to metabolize fat and therefore, you’re not burning fat like you should.
Drinking alcohol also dehydrates the body which completely defeats the whole idea of drinking enough water. Not to mention the fact that alcohol contains almost as many calories per gram as fat.
The fact is that if you are serious about getting in shape and losing the extra pounds, you have to lay off the serious drinking. If you must drink, try light beer or a small glass of wine.
Rule # 3:
Try not to drink too much coffee. Although coffee is very controversial, the truth is that a couple of cups a day isn’t going to do too much harm.
Coffee does, however, dehydrate the body as well and extra water should be consumed if you want to keep hydrated.
If you are looking to lose weight quicker, then stay away from the creamy latte’s that are packed with fat milk and creams and loaded with too much sugar.
Rule # 4:
Don’t over due low-fat drinks. The fact is that diet beverages, be it tea, soda, sports drinks, etc., often bring a lot of sugar which, as we all know, is completely detrimental to losing weight. Again, the best way to hydrate is water.
Anyhow, diet drinks haven’t been proven to help you lose weight and sometimes they may even cause cravings for real sugar which can work against you.
Remember that the consumption of excessive liquid may cause the onset of Cellulite. Read more about Cellulite.
Sep
18
High cholesterol levels are mainly caused by our bodies’ inability to deal with high-fat diets. Humans exercised regularly and consumed a low-fat diet for millennia. We now have easy access to fatty and high cholesterol foods, and often our lives are sedentary. The result – 1 in 3 people in the US have high cholesterol (http://www.mitamins.com/disease/High-Cholesterol.html)- is inevitable.
High cholesterol raises your chances of getting coronary heart disease. If you lower cholesterol, you lower the overall risk for developing heart disease or having a heart attack.
If you have high cholesterol levels, cholesterol can be deposited in your coronary arteries as a plaque, where it constricts the flow of blood and contributes to coronary heart disease.
When you lower cholesterol, you can slow, stop, and reverse the buildup of plaque. When you lower cholesterol, you also reduce your risk of a heart attack. Even in people who have already suffered a heart attack, the chances of having future attacks can be substantially reduced if they lower cholesterol(http://www.mitamins.com/disease/High-Cholesterol.html).
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance, a kind of lipid packaged inside a lipoprotein that your body needs to produce certain hormones, digestive bile, and vitamin D. A large amount of brain tissue is made up of cholesterol as it insulates the nerves. You need cholesterol to live.
There are two main types of cholesterol: LDL, or low density lipoprotein (also called “bad” cholesterol), and HDL, or high density lipoprotein (also called “good” cholesterol). If you want to lower cholesterol, you look at the total of LDL added to HDL, but you also look at individual levels of LDL and HDL. *You want to lower LDL and total cholesterol, and raise HDL.
Often people with high cholesterol also have high triglycerides, another type of lipid. Lifestyle changes that lower cholesterol, lower triglycerides as well, and all this together improves overall health.
To discover whether you need to lower cholesterol(http://www.mitamins.com/disease/High-Cholesterol.html), you need a “fasting lipid profile,” or cholesterol test. Ask your physician for a test if you think you may have high cholesterol.
There are 10 good ways to lower cholesterol:
1. Reduce weight if you are overweight.
2. Eat six or more meals/snacks in small portions and well-spaced throughout the day.
3. Eat monosaturated and polyunsaturated fats such as canola and olive oils, nuts and seeds.
4. Eat legumes, low- or non-fat dairy, fruits, vegetables, whole grains and other high-fiber foods.
5. Reduce saturated-fat foods such as meats, cheese, butter, baked goods, fried foods; high cholesterol foods such as butter, cheese, and meats; trans-fat foods such as processed foods with partially hydrogenated and hydrogenated oils.
6. Fast three hours before bedtime.
7. Drink lots of water.
8. Exercise daily to manage stress
9. Follow your doctor’s advice regarding medication.
10. Take supplements that lower cholesterol.
Heart disease kills more men and women in the U.S. than any other disease. Over one million Americans have heart attacks annually; half a million people die from heart disease.
The 1994 study, “Scandinavian Simvastatin Survival Study,” found that lowering cholesterol can prevent heart attacks and reduce death in men and women who already have heart disease and high cholesterol. High cholesterol is usually something we can change, and during the process of change we become healthier.
Sep
18
Though it isn’t directly harmful to our health, it does invade our bodies in such a way that we start to feel ugly. When this happens our self esteem is compromised.
What is Cellulite and How does it Affect Us?
It is important to note that though cellulite is indeed a form of fat it is not directly related to being overweight. Almost every single woman (i.e. a female that has past the stage of puberty) is affected by a lesser or greater degree of cellulite. It is also curious to note that cellulite rarely affects men. Cellulite is not a health risk, but simply a condition of the skin normally caused by hormonal factors such as estrogen and is more predominant in females and in certain races.
Your diet and lifestyle can also influence in the development of cellulite. Everything from cigarettes, alcohol, lack of fiber intake, standing still too long, and even high stress conditions have been linked with increased cellulite.
Cellulite is not Cellulitis
Many people confuse cellulite with cellulitis. Cellulite is a normal condition in most women whereas cellulitis is an infection which affects the skin and the underlying tissues of both males and females alike. Before undergoing any treatments, it is important to determine whether or not you are suffering from cellulite or cellulitis. Otherwise you might be treating the wrong thing.
Combating Cellulite
Therapies, creams, pharmacological agents, and even surgery have all been tried in order to reduce the dimpled appearance caused by cellulite. These treatments show mixed results and the evidence is really inconclusive. Some companies argue that creams which contain the active ingredient aminophylline have been proven through clinical trials to reduce the size of cellulite. Cosmetic procedures such as mesotherapy are also popular remedies.
The evidence, however, is not really clear because of the numerous other factors that contribute to this dimpled appearance. Most practitioners claim that controlling anxiety and reducing stress have a big impact on cellulite reduction.
Diet is also a controversial remedy. Experts say that even though a proper diet and exercise may indeed aid in the reduction of fat stored within cellulite distorted cells, dieting itself will not rid the body of the unwanted dimple effect caused by cellulite.
Sep
17
Diabetes by Numbers
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Three: there are in fact three types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes, sometimes called juvenile diabetes because this is usually when the symptoms are first seen, is the body’s inability to produce insulin. Type 2 diabetes is when the body produces insulin but cannot make proper use of it. Gestational diabetes is a temporary illness developed during pregnancy, with type 2 diabetes symptoms.
18 Million: the number of Americans who suffer from diabetes symptoms(http://www.mitamins.com/disease/Diabetes.html) in the US. The numbers of people diagnosed with diabetes is rising year upon year in this country, and around the world. Diabetes is a genetic disease and is not caused by bad diet or lifestyle habits. However the wrong diet can lead to obesity, which is a major cause of type 2 diabetes. Stress also does not cause diabetes, but it may aggravate diabetes symptoms in sufferers.
Two Hundred: If after fasting for eight hours your blood sugar level is 200 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) or more then it is consistent with either type 1 or 2 diabetes. Normal blood sugar levels should be around 100mg/dL, whereas 125mg/dL or higher is defined as pre-diabetes and should be a source of concern. Once diagnosed, patients should begin diabetes treatment immediately to keep blood sugar levels under control.
Forty-five: is the percentage of kidney failures caused by diabetes(http://www.mitamins.com/disease/Diabetes.html). Having elevated blood sugar levels puts extra strain on the kidneys, whose job it is to filter the blood, and often lead to kidney disease or failure. This is why diabetes treatment to control blood sugar levels is so crucial.
92 billion: the number of dollars spent in the US on direct diabetes treatment and control in 2002. In 1997 the figure was $44 billion. People who suffer from diabetes spend on average 2.4 times as much on their healthcare than non-diabetics.
Fifteen: People who suffer from type 1 diabetes live, on average, 15 years less than non-diabetics. Besides the diabetes symptoms themselves, diabetics can suffer from a number of kidney and heart related diseases, and are also at risk from diabetic retinopathy (leading to blindness). Combined with the risk of hyperglycemia, a potentially fatal condition, it is little wonder that life-expectancy is lower. For people suffering from type 2 diabetes, life-expectancy is between 5 and 10 years less than non-diabetics. Proper diabetes treatment can help increase life-span for diabetics considerably.
1/2: Fifty percent of children born from ethnic minorities will develop diabetes at some point in their lives. This is lower than the national average. Blacks, Hispanics, and Asians are all at greater risk of developing diabetes symptoms than their white counterparts.
Zero: The amount that diabetes need affect your life. Diabetes treatment(http://www.mitamins.com/disease/Diabetes.html) does not necessarily have to include medication or insulin shots. With natural vitamins and minerals, along with a balanced diet, blood sugar levels can be controlled effectively and diabetes symptoms are minimized. Control your diabetes; don’t let your diabetes control you.
Sep
17
Acomplia is a Sanofi
Aventis creation, which is a large cap French pharmaceutical firm. Weight loss
medication
Acomplia is a product of
2 years of clinical trials undertaken in
Weight loss is not the only benefit which is sourced by use of this diet pill.
Usage of this weight loss medication has also proven to be beneficial in
improvement of cardio-metabolic risk factors, smoking cessation, and even
minimization of chances of weight gain.
This weight loss medication has been in the news
ever since its launch in the year 2006. At present, it is approved for sale in
the
and even UAE amid other countries.
Although it hasn’t yet
received FDA approval for sale in the
the US Zimulti has already been decided. Sanofi Aventisis hopeful about its approval in the future, for which a fresh
50-month trials are already on their way, estimated to be completed in the year
2010. It seems that it would be until these trials are completed that the FDA
would reconsider its decision on usage of this diet pill in the
It works upon the mechanism
of appetite suppressant, and in this way beneficial in weight loss. Excessive
desire to eat is the prime reason for weight gain, a medication which could
reduce this urge can effectively facilitate trimming down of your body shape. Use
of this medication is suggested to be employed with a proper diet plan and
regular exercise plan for attainment of desired results.
Usage of this medication
is intended for individuals with a BMI 30; or BMI 27 along with obesity related
risk factors such as high cholesterol or type 2 diabetes. In order to ascertain
the suitability of the medication, speak with your general practitioner before
initiating this weight loss medication.
Sep
16
Fix your obesity with Suitable way
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Obesity is one of the most common
body disorders which are tackled by the people, worldwide. Obesity and
Overweight is the most commonly due to lack of physical activity or taking
fatty diet. It opens the doorway to so many diseases such as arthritis, heart
disease, high blood pressure. Weight gain is due to increase in cholesterol in
your body, which can lead to serious heart problems and can change the shape of
your body to an unshaped one. Every one wants to be healthy and slim-trim
body. That’s why always keen to be the part of any program that will provide a
well shape.
Overweight is a habitual problem
for many of us. But this problem can lead your life towards more complex
problems. Being obese and overweight both are different thing. A person
can be considered over weight if s/he has some extra weight according to their
age and height but obese accumulated excess fat in her or his body. This means
that the person is. Nowadays, People are too busy with their work they hardly
get the time to physical work out that’s why have to face overweight problem.
People are consuming more calories than s/he can actually burn.
Proper dieting and exercising are
some common methods
to crack off the excessive fats stored in the body. But
problem again rises that if it is not done properly it can lead you to the
worst side of your life. So why not think of loosing weight through
medications. There are so many consultancies available which proving online
prescription about the easy and safe weight loss.
You maybe aware that today Diet
Pills are available in abundance. You can get prescription drugs online at free
medical consultations on Phentermine, Adipex, Acomplia and so many other diet
pills. You will get to know about Prescription Diet Pills and non prescription
from these online consultancies. Now, nonprescription over- the counter drug
alli diet pill is also available to treat obesity. You can get it very easily
with out any prescription. It’s the lower dose of weight loss drug xenical.
Orlistat is the generic version of alli diet pills.
But you have to ensure that
whatever Diet Pills you are going to take, you must consult these with your
Doctor and let him know about all medical history and should be aware
about know all the side effects before taking these diet pills. Your Doctor
will be the best judge as he knows your physical metabolism and will ensure you
eat safe Diet Pills.
Sep
16
Is Cialis Pill Online Availability A Right Or Wrong Approach?
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For all those individuals suffering from Erectile Dysfunction, it has been the role of pharmaceutical research community, which has helped them tide over the disease. Getting treatment for ED is not an easy task. However, a number of pills like Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra etc. are available to help such an individual stay sexually happy if an individual is having ED. approach
Erectile dysfunction is a disease where the male sexual organ does not get enough erection to have satisfying sexual encounter. Drugs like Cialis pill helps a male individual get the necessary erection when sexually stimulated. However, such pills cannot directly provide sexual stimulation. For sexual stimulation, a patient needs to follow natural procedures such as foreplay, hugging, kissing etc.
Cialis pill is an ED treatment pill, which is more effective than other ED treatment pills by the duration of it effectiveness. While pills like Viagra and Levitra pill last for 6 hours after its intake, the effectiveness of Cialis pill lasts for up to 36 hours after its intake. That way intake of Cialis pill means less expenditure in attaining the sexual satisfaction a male partner requires.
34;=”">Cialis pill online facility is available in the web space. There are a number of websites selling Cialis pill online. These stores hand out various discounts as there is a stiff competition amongst the stores. However, there are various Cialis pill online stores, which sell counterfeit drugs too. Hence, to buy Cialis pill online, a patient should be able to identify the truth behind such stores. To find the originality of a Cialis pill online store, a patient can join forums and go through various feedbacks given by users of such online stores.
When equipped with such information, an individual can easily select the store, which sells original Cialis pill online. Cialis pill is an ED treatment pill, which may help a male individual stay out of sexual blues during bedtime. However, this drug should never be used without proper consultation with a doctor. ED may occur due to psychological or physical problems and it is the job of a doctor to ascertain whether a patient is having it psychologically or physically. Take proper guard today and consult a doctor to start the usage of this pill.
To order and buy Cialis pill, online order and buying is the cheapest and easiest way to have it within budget. Who determines what is wrong and what is right? If the online drug store is selling authentic drugs there is nothing wrong in getting Cialis pill online.
Sep
16
Neck lift and its treatment
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People young and old undergo this neck lift surgery all the time. A neck lift will
make a person look like he or she has lost a lot of weight. This procedure
corrects the loose neck muscles. Removes the excess fat and also removes
excess skin from the neck. A neck lift has two kinds of procedures to improve the appearance of your neck.
• Cervicoplasty: this procedure is used to remove excess skin.
• Platysmaplasty: this procedure removes or alters neck muscles.
Pre-surgery planning:
•The surgery takes two or three hours. The time will vary according to what kind of surgery you will be going through.
•In order to undergo a neck lift, you must be in a good general health, both
physically and mentally.
•Be frank with your surgeon about what you want to be altered in your neck.
Make sure you get the results you want.
•During your consultation, your surgeon will instruct you on what medications to
avoid prior to your surgery.
•If you are a smoker, you must quit at least two weeks before the surgery and two weeks after, to ensure proper healing.
•Make sure you wear loose, comfortable clothing on the day of the surgery.
Procedure:
The most common problems are
•Turkey wattle neck weakened or loose neck muscles.
•Excess fat
•Too much skin
Turkey wattle-weakened or loose neck muscles
If you have weakened or loose muscle, this may cause the turkey wattle or
appearance of neck “bands”.
Your surgeon may recommend Platysmaplasty surgery to correct this. The
surgeon makes incisions under your chin and/or before your ears to access the
platysma and manipulate it accordingly. The surgeon may also use permanent
sutures to hold the tissue in place.
The surgeon may also decide to use a less invasive procedure by making a
smaller incision and use an endoscope (small camera attached to a think
tube) to do the surgery. You can ask your surgeon to use either local
or general
anesthesia depending how you feel. If necessary botox injections are
used to make you feel relaxed parts of neck muscles which give
“band” appearances to the neck. This can be done on an outpatient
basis and completed within 15 minutes.
Excess fat:
During liposuction the surgeon will make a small incision below the chin and
remove the excess fat. This procedure will take an hour. Your incisions will be
stitched and bandaged.
Too much skin:
Surgeon will make sure similar incisions for a Cervicoplasty, trimming
parts of the skin and lifting it into place. It will be secured with
tissue glue or stitches. The Cervicoplasty can be completed in about
two or four hours, depending on the complexity of your procedure. Again
your anesthesia will depend on your own comfort level.
The bandage will have to be worn for a week. Unless instructed otherwise.
Recovery:
Recovery takes time. Most people return to their normal routine after 10-14 days.
You need to wait for at least three weeks before you become physically active.
Complications:
•In the first few weeks after the surgery you will have swelling and bruising that
can last for several days.
•You may feel tightness or tingling and different sensations including burning or pulling.
•You may also experience numbness
•There is a risk of infection
•If you are running temperature then contact your doctor.
Sep
16
1. Exercise is boring
Not all exercise is created equal. You don’t have to get fit by spending hours on soul-less machines down at the gym. Somewhere out there is an activity you’ll love and it’s just a case of looking around until you find it. Is there something you loved to do as a child which you’ve stopped doing now you’re an adult? Take it up again! Is there something you’d love to do but just haven’t got around to? Try it out! How about taking up tennis or golf, salsa-dancing or skiing? Find something that sparks your enthusiasm and you’ll never look back.
2. I don’t have time
This is the excuse people give most of all for not exercising. Yet everyone has the same number of hours in the day. We just choose to spend them differently. What are you giving a higher priority to than your health? Chatting on the phone? Watching TV? Working too many hours? Even if your time is largely tied up in caring for others, how much good will you be to them without your health? And can you really not squeeze in three 20 minute sessions a week? What are you doing that is so important?
3. I don’t have the energy
Your energy may be low because you are mentally rather than physically tired and in that case exercise will actually give you a boost. You’ll usually find if you just get up and get moving you’ll feel more energetic than ever. So, provided you’re not tired after a hard physical day of work, just get moving to start to feel more lively. In any case, with regular exercise you’ll find your general energy levels will soar and you’ll be able to do far more without feeling tired.
4. I feel too embarrassed
If you’re embarrassed about being seen exercising or wearing exercise gear then try walking. It’s the ultimate non-exercise exercise. You can do it anywhere and you don’t need to wear any special clothes other than normal comfortable shoes. Alternatively get some exercise videos and exercise in the comfort of your own home.
5. I’m too fat
Now there’s a difference between being embarrassed about your size and being physically incapable of moving. If you really are unable to take normal exercise because of your size and associated problems then speak to your doctor about getting some help to find exercises you CAN do. Also there is some information around to help. Look up the organisation called Active at any Size on the web. They promote fitness for everyone. Anything you can do will help you and as you lose weight you’ll gradually find you’re able to do more.
6. I’ve got two left feet
I swear some aerobics classes are designed to put people off exercise for life. You just get used to one part of the routine after spending your time bumping into people when the movement changes to something else equally as complicated and you find you’ve gone left when you should go
right again. It does get better if you keep going to the same class but if you hate that feeling of always getting it wrong why not find an activity for the less choreographically challenged. How about the easy-to-learn repetitive movements of rebounding, swimming or cycling?
7. There’s nowhere near here to exercise
Sometimes that trip to the gym or swimming pool is a journey too far. It just eats up too much time from your day. If this puts you off getting fit, you can look for somewhere to exercise that’s more convenient for your home or workplace. Or follow the advice for the embarrassed exercisers above and take up walking or exercising with videos or equipment at home. Jogging might suit you too.
8. Exercise doesn’t work
Exercise is proven to help prevent heart attacks, stroke and diabetes. It burns calories, increases your energy levels and makes you feel good about yourself. It really depends what you expect. It won’t turn you into a slim sylph-like figure overnight but it will help you lose weight. It won’t give you a super-toned body after one session in the gym but you will firm and shape up over a few months. It’s not an instant cure for a lifetime of overeating and neglecting your body but it does give you enormous benefits. These will only come if you do it regularly.
9. I’ve no one to go with
You might be surprised at who would be a willing exercise buddy if you asked. But if you don’t think there’s anyone, don’t let it put you off. There’s really nothing to be afraid of in turning up to an activity on your own. Most instructors are good at making you feel welcome. Even joining a gym on your own is not so bad. Once you have had your orientation session you’ll feel a lot more confident that you know what to do and can just get on and do it without being distracted by anyone else.
10. Exercise hurts
Exercise should NEVER hurt if you go at the right pace for you. If an activity or movement doesn’t feel good, then don’t do it. Slow down and listen to your body. If it’s too much for you, choose another activity or another class. Injuries can result if you do too much too soon. You have to work up to fitness gently to get the most benefit.
Copyright 2005, Janice Elizabeth Small
Janice Elizabeth is a weight loss coach, slimming club owner and author of “The Diet Exit Plan”, an 8 week coaching program for automatic permanent weight loss. Request her FREE 15 page report “How to lose weight without dieting – 7 secrets the diet industry doesn’t want you to know” at http://www.SimplySlimming.com TODAY!
Sep
16
Useful information on Ear Surgery
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Ear surgery or otoplasty is usually done to set prominent ears back
closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears. Ears are almost
fully grown by age four, so the operation is done on children between
ages of four and fourteen. Ear surgery is also possible in adults with
fewer risks. You have to be clear about what and how you want your ear
to be when you talk to the doctor.
Risks involved:
•When a qualified and experienced surgeon performs the ear surgery, the complications and risks involved are usually minor.
•Patients may develop a blood clot on the ear. It can dissolve naturally or drawn out with a needle.
•Patient may develop an infection in the cartilage, which can cause sear tissue to form.
Planning for surgery:
The surgeon will evaluate the patient’s condition and recommend the
most effective technique specific instructions will be given on how to
prepare for the surgery. If the child is young, the surgery is
performed on general anesthesia, so the child will sleep through the
operation. For older children or adults, the surgery may be performed
by using local anesthesia combined with a sedative. The child will be
awake and relaxed.
The surgery:
The surgery usually takes two or three hours, the technique depends on
the problem. In one of the more common techniques, the surgeon makes a
small incision in the back of the ear to expose the ear carti
lage. Then
the surgeon will sculpt the cartilage and bend it back towards the
head. The stitches which are non removable may be used to help maintain
the new shape. Some times as large piece of the cartilage is removed to
give a more natural looking fold, when the surgery is complete. In
another technique, a similar incision is made in the back of the ear.
Skin is removed and stitches are used to fold the cartilage back on
itself to reshape the ear without removing cartilage. The surgery will
leave a faint sear in the back of the ear, which will fade with time.
Recovery:
The patients is usually up and around within a few hours of surgery. If
you prefer you may stay overnight in the hospital until all the effects
of general anesthesia wear off. To promote best molding and healing,
the patients head is wrapped in a bulky bondage. The pain in the ear
can be relived by medication. Within a few days the bulky bandage will
be replaced by a lighter dressing similar to a headband. The dressing
should be worn day and night stitches will be removed or will dissolve
in about a week. For about a month, avoid any activity which will make
your ear bend. Adults can go back o work five days. Children can go
back to school after a week. Most patients are satisfied with the
results of ear surgery. Be realistic in your goals and don’t expect a
perfect symmetric in both ears. The goal of the surgery is improvement
not perfection.