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WELLNESS SECRETS FROM

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Theft!

Prevent Sudden Hair Loss

Fitness Trends For The Year 2013 Make Your

Exercise Regimen More Fun!

10 MINUTES TO A CELLULITE FREE LIFE

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ü Sprouting Seeds ü Green Lipped Mussels ü Walnuts ü Sushi

GET GORGEOUS

SKIN!

InsuranceCowboy.com 5 IMPROVE YOUR BRAIN FUNCTION -

SUPPORT YOUR EMOTIONAL LIFE 6 WAKE UP AND FEEL REFRESHED - HOW

TO STOP BEING SLEEPY IN THE MORNING

7 MUSCLE GAINING SECRETS MADE

FAST AND EASY 9 NEVER CRASH DIET! 10 OVERLOOKED ELEMENTS OF FAT LOSS 11 WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE HUNGRY 12 THE HEALING POWER OF SPROUTING

SEEDS 13 ZUMBA TONING STICKS - PUT SOME

FUN IN YOUR EXERCISE REGIMEN 15 5 TIPS FOR GORGEOUS SKIN 16 10 MINUTES TO A CELLULITE FREE LIFE 17 BIKRAM YOGA - AN AMAZING

EXPERIENCE

18 SURE WAYS ON HOW TO PREVENT SUDDEN HAIR LOSS

20 WHAT ARE GREEN LIPPED MUSSELS AND

HOW ARE THEY BENEFICIAL FOR YOUR HEALTH?

21 LUTEIN FOR THE EYES - 3 COMMON VISUAL

PROBLEMS IT CAN HELP PREVENT 22 3 BIKINI BODY TRANSFORMATION TIPS 23 Medical Identity Theft. Must Read! 24 SUSHI - MORE THAN JUST RAW FISH

25 3 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR TREADMILL WORKOUT MORE EXCITING

26 MUSCLE BUILDING RESULTS WILL IMPROVE

WITH GOOD SLEEPING HABITS 28 THE REASONS WALNUTS SHOULD BE YOUR

FAVORITE SNACK FOOD 29 YOUR SUCCESSFUL WEIGHT LOSS STRATEGY 30 FOODS THAT CAUSE WRINKLES

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Welcome to November 2012 InsuranceCowboy.com magazine. This month we bring you some great new articles that will help you fast track your goals and success.

Be sure to read about Medical Identity Theft. Email us

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We work hard to put together each issue of this magazine and welcome the feedback and contributions from all our loyal readers.

We have tips for your health and personal safety this month. Be sure to read the section on Medical Identity Theft.

Your wellness and happiness are your most valuable assets in life, we are happy to be part of your life, and look forward to serving you for many years to come.

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Of great benefit in this situation is to have an overview of what a healthy emotional life looks like, what it includes, how it unfolds. This provides a way to understand what to do in each aspect of emotional life. It also grants you the means to discover what phase of your emotional life you are in right now, and therefore what tasks you need to attend to now.

When you have such a guide, you can use it to begin reclaiming those long neglected parts of yourself so you can bring them back to healthy functioning. Also, using such a guide, you will not only improve your own individual emotional health and well-being, you will also have healthy ways to support the emotional life of your children, grandchildren, partners, friends, parents, co-workers etc. In short, you are contributing to a better life for yourself, and for each individual with whom you come in contact - everyone in the world in which you live. This is how a process that seems intensely personal and private actually has major political effects.

With a map of the emotional territory of life, it's straightforward process to re-integrate your emotional life. It once again becomes a normal part of your life, something you attend to every day, automatically, like you attend to needs for hunger, food, rest, companionship, exercise. And you are removing one of the most potent negative influences on your brain function - emotional stress.

Improve Your Brain Function - Support Your Emotional Life

How your brain functions has everything to do with your emotional life and how you manage it. In fact, your emotional health and well-being is one of the greatest assets you possess - more precious than your financial bottom line, even.

Unfortunately as an adult, you may have been trained away from - negatively conditioned, even - from including your active, conscious participation in your emotional life as a central, even essential, part of taking care of your health.

You weren't born that way, however. As an infant and child, your emotional life was just part of what you dealt with moment-by-moment-by moment. You tended to 'emotional ouches' as they occurred just like the physical ouches that are part of every child's experience.

Instead, you likely had to unlearn that natural integration and wall off your emotional life so it was at the very least separate from the rest of your self, and sometimes even buried so it was totally disowned.

By the time whole cultures do this to children, it makes for a pretty dysfunctional world!

When this is your condition as an adult you need to turn it around, not only reclaiming your emotional life, but placing it back at the center of your life where it belongs. You need to get reacquainted with a fundamental part of yourself that was long ago left by the wayside where it remains abandoned, neglected, barely surviving. But how is this possible?

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Wake Up And Feel Refreshed - How To Stop Being Sleepy In The Morning

Do you continually hit the snooze button every morning because you find it hard to get out of bed? Do you feel sleepy even after you have slept for a long time? Do you always need an alarm clock or a number of alarm clocks around your room for you to wake up in the morning? If your answer is yes, then this article is for you. Here are some tips on how to fight sleepiness in the morning.

You should have a good sleep routine. The most common reason for being sleepy in the morning is lack of sleep. If the body is not able to get enough rest, it will urge you to have some more. As a result, you continually feel the need to sleep longer in the morning. The best time to counter this is by having a good sleep routine. Tell and train your body on when it should sleep and when it should wake up. By having a sleep schedule, your sleep system will be regularized and you will find yourself waking up in the morning even without the aid of your alarm clock. You can also have some routines before bedtime. For instance, always play classical music before bedtime. After several weeks, you will find out that whenever you play classical music at night, your body is being conditioned to sleep.


You should forget about your problems. If you have so many things in mind before sleeping, this will make it difficult for you to get good sleep. Stress and anxiety will just keep your mind occupied and this will lead to lack of sleep. As a result, you will not have the energy you need for the following day. To avoid this problem, you should always try to relax before bedtime. Do some relaxing activities such as taking a good bath or listening to relaxing music. Give your mind a break. Let it rest once in a while. If your stress is too much already, let it out. Talk with a friend and share your concerns. It is always relieving to have someone listen to what you feel.

You should avoid sleep distractions. There are many things that can disturb your sleep. Sometimes, you wake up in the middle of the night because your husband is snoring loudly. In this case, you can use an earplug at night to avoid being disturbed. You can also have your husband checked by doctors to solve the snoring problem. Sometimes, your sleep can be disturbed by loud banging of the doors sometimes. If you have this problem, the best thing to do is to talk with the other members of the household. Tell them you cannot sleep well because the doors are noisy at night. Everything can be solved with good communication.

If you have a good sleep system, a relaxed mind and undisturbed sleep at night, you will definitely have the best sleep of your life. In the next morning, you will certainly feel great and refreshed.

Muscle Gaining Secrets Made Fast and Easy

2. Always do push-ups and dips. Push-ups are old school training. Push ups and dips work your body HARD. Doing push-ups and dips will make your whole body work and tend to make muscles firm. You have to do push-ups and dips until you are really beat, breathing hard. If you are a starter, you can do push-ups standing facing the wall. Use the same position as you are facing the floor. Dips are done until your butt is pushed way out behind you and your knees are bent to a near ninety degree angle.

3. Step-ups. Step ups are really simple and can be done by anyone. How to do this? You can use the stairs in your home. Only just one step. First is to step up your right foot and follow with your left foot. Then step down your right foot and let your other foot follow. Repeat this for at least 100 times. You will feel that your bottom and thigh muscles work and will eventually become firmer and build muscles.

Remember that muscle gaining secrets will not work when not done right. You must also set a day or two when your muscles can rest and restore energy. Do it regularly so you will see the results in no time.

The answers to your muscle gaining problems are so easy. It is so easy that you can also do it at home. You can use your own room or backyard or any space where you can have your workout. So what are these kinds of trainings?

1. Use dumbbells. Dumbbells are very helpful in building muscles in your arms. If you do not have dumbbells at home or cannot afford to have one then I have a tip for you. Get two empty 2-liter plastic bottles and fill them up with water or sand. For starters, if you cannot carry the 2-liter bottle then you can use a 1-liter bottle so as not to strain yourself while still learning. Do bicep curls 10 to 20 times in each arm. Remember that if you are just a starter then you must not strain yourself.


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Muscle gaining secrets have always been a hot topic. What if I tell you that there are no secrets to this. Yes, there are no secrets to muscle gaining. Whenever you research through Google or any website, you can browse helpful topics there. The only thing that makes it odd is that not all muscle gaining trainings are taken seriously. People may say that it is just so simple and you may think that it will not give you the type of muscle you want. You may think that this will not satisfy you. Don't you think that these simple exercises are the answers to your muscle gaining problems?

Never Crash Diet!

When it comes to losing weight, many people tend to do short cuts in order to get faster results. One of the most popular short cut in weight loss is doing crash diet and it has become one of the most highly debated methods in existence today due to its ill effects on the body.

What Constitutes a Crash Dieting?

This diet plan usually involves skipping meals especially lunch and dinner. In Extreme cases, a person skips all meals altogether and only consume water for sustenance. As far as Calorie consumption goes, it is usually under 1000 Kcal for women, or less depending on how little they eat.

The Effects of Crash Dieting:

Weakness and Lethargy

Since the body lacks all the necessary nutrients, it becomes weak and unable to perform even the most basic tasks. Those who crash diet usually feel lethargic and sluggish especially right after waking up, and may sometimes feel muscle pain. One of the things that people do not understand about crash diets is that they do not necessarily force the body to tap into reserved energy sources to maintain status quo.

Very Slow Metabolism

Ceasing to consume any food at all will cause the system to slow down metabolic rate in order to conserve the body's energy. As a result, almost no weight loss can be expected, which defeats the purpose of dieting in the first place. What's more is that your metabolic rate is likely to remain very slow for a few weeks or even months after you start

consuming food again. Severe Hunger Pangs Consuming very little food over an extended period of time can cause severe hunger pangs that would ultimately result to binge eating or emotional/psychological anxiety. In most cases, the feeling of hunger becomes so unbearable that it keeps the person from getting any good night sleep. In addition, nausea and dizziness may also manifest as a result of an always empty stomach.

Causes Eating Disorders

Many health experts and dietitians advise people against improper dieting as it can cause serious eating disorders such as Bulimia, Anorexia Nervosa, and Binge Eating. There is no telling which of these disorders a person would develop if she continues down this disastrous path but it is certainly a gateway to a number of health concerns.

Sudden Weight Gain

At some point, a person who consciously avoids eating would succumb to hunger pangs and other side effects, in which case you will most likely consume large amounts of food to make up for the deprivation. As a result, sudden weight gain can be expected especially since the body's metabolism has slowed down to a crawl.

Abrupt fluctuations in weight can also result in other complications such as the onset of life threatening diseases, i.e. Type 2 diabetes, coronary problems, and hypertension.

A crash diet is never meant to be a long term weight loss method, nor is it something that women (or men) should try in the first place. For the most part, it does not provide any viable results and its side effects can compromise one's health in so many ways. Women who are trying to lose weight should elect healthier methods so as not to endanger their physical as well as mental health.

Overlooked Elements of

Fat Loss

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Another thing that you may want to consider is chewing your food better, making it more liquid like before it goes down. If you are anything like the rest of America, you probably eat way to fast, jam food down your pipe and eat while doing 10 different things. This means that you have 'skipped out' on the first two elements of digestion, the brain and the mouth. Enzymes start being secreted when we are thinking about the food. Secondly, if you are swallowing your food way too fast, it means the stomach and small intestine have much more work to do. You are putting a strain on this area of your digestive system. And if you know anything about systems, the harder it has to work over time, the less efficient it gets. The less efficient your digestive system, the harder it will be for you to get lean.

The last thing I will throw at you is that if you aren't drinking enough water, you got a ice cube chance in hell at getting lean. This is for a few reasons. First, your body is built for survival: cell dehydration is a sign of death, that is why you feel so weak when you get the flu. If your body senses anything like this, it ain't gonna burn fat. Second, if you are dehydrated, you now take the liver away from its main function as the major organ of fat burning and you make it assume the role of the kidneys excreting waste from the body.


If you have ever been around a pre-contest bodybuilder, you would be amazed at how gassy they are and how much they complain of bloating. I know, I've been one of them before I became wise. The reason for this could very well be that food is sitting in the large intestine far too long.

Your food is supposed to spend most of its time in the large intestine, but for some people, it spends way too long there and some of these toxins can even re-enter your blood stream. Not a pretty situation and one that will lead to less than optimal digestion and functioning.

You may need to consider some digestive enzymes first and pre and pro-biotics second. The more efficiently your body breaks down and uses the food you eat, the more food you can continue to eat even while getting lean. This means that there is no reason to be miserable while losing body fat, trust me, I've been there too.

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These are some of the foods you will want to reduce prior to going on a diet:

Alcohol, Sugar, Artificial Sweeteners - Check labels. If a packet says "No Added Sugar" it may have been replaced with artificial sweeteners. Avoid all Wheat based products - such as bread, pastry, pasta, pizza, bagels, toasts, wheat cereals,. Carbohydrates - Generally speaking we eat far too many carbs. And what happens when carbohydrate enter the body? It acts just like sugar!

Does that sound like a tall order? Remember at this stage all you are doing is trying to cut down on consumption of these foods. A little later we will get to some replacement foods you can use instead of the ones above, foods that are much healthier for you and will promote wellness rather than destroying the body.

What To Do When You Are Hungry

Eat vegetables, nuts or fruit! The first thing people do when they start to feel a little bit peckish is reach for that chocolate bar, bag of chips or any other snacks that might be lying around. We could improve our health so much if during these times we filled our stomach first with fruits and vegetables that the body craves. For example, our bodies just don't know how to handle too much sugar. The right kind of sugar in the right amount provides energy to our body. Dietary sugar from carbohydrates such as fruits, legumes, vegetables and grains is converted to glucose, released into your blood and fuels the nerve cells in the brain. However, too much sugar can be dangerous. It can effect several biological functions and cause a myriad medical problems. If you consume too much dietary sugar, or foods with a high glycemic index, such as refined breads, it can increase your blood sugar and even cause your skeletal muscle cells to become resistant to insulin. And this insulin resistance is associated with type two diabetes. When your blood sugar level remains high for too long a time, especially if you're diabetic, it can narrow your arteries and eventually cause you to lapse into a coma.

Your Ability To Concentrate And Remember Many experts say that too much dietary sugar at one time can actually deprive your brain of glucose, deplete its supply of energy and affect your ability to remember, learn and concentrate.


What To Do When You Are HUNGRY

The Healing Power of Sprouting Seeds

As seeds start sprouting, more nutrients are developed to prepare for the maturation of the plant so you can be sure that once you consume sprouting seeds, you will be getting more than what you expect to get from it making the product worthy of the title "health food". These vegan products are at its most powerful stage and its components like proteins, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and other trace elements are expected to be 3 to 12 times higher.

Definitely, you will get higher health benefits by simply including these vegan meat substitutes in your diet but you will appreciate it even more and you will be encouraged to go high with such vegan product if you will also look into its healing power.

Studies show that there is more from sprouting seeds than simply providing adequate source of nutrition for the body because these seeds are also known to offer huge benefits for certain diseases to be avoided.

• Amino acids like canavanine can be found in sprouting seeds which Colon Cancer and Leukemia which can help in the prevention of leukemia and colon cancer.

• These vegan products are also rich in Saponins which is the element that aid in lowering the body's bad cholesterol level while maintaining HDL and these compounds will surely help fight arteriosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases. Aside from that, Saponins are also immune system boosters by enhancing the activity of T-lymphocytes and interferon.

• Sprouting seeds are also rich in antioxidants that will protect you from the effects of aging and prevent DNA destruction as well. Studies show that compared to fruits and vegetables, the enzymes in sprouts are 10 to 100 times higher.

Nowadays, there are lots of options that will ensure greater benefits for people and most of the time it will just be a matter of making the best choice. For those who value what healthy living can guarantee, it will be best to take advantage of the benefits that come with sprouting seeds to be able to enjoy nutrients that are enhanced several times as compared with the other popular health choices to prevent diseases and maintain optimum body conditioning.

People have shown great concern over health and maintaining optimum body conditioning and determining the most ideal and nutritious food choices will surely make a difference. Sprouting seeds are not just the common options for vegan because in fact these meat substitutes are packed with the goodness and benefits that will ensure excellent health.


There are lots of options to go vegan and one of the most popular meat substitutes that you cannot afford to disregard is sprouting seed. These seeds are typical components of vegan diets and it became the preferred choice of many because of the numerous benefits that it can promise for optimum body condition.

Zumba Toning Sticks - Put Some Fun in Your Exercise Regimen

A lot of people fail to lose weight because they find their usual exercise programs extremely boring. Going to the gym every day, running on the same treadmill and lifting the same weights in exactly the same positions is bound to get on your nerves after a few days. So how do you lose weight then? The answer lies in Zumba - a refreshingly unique dancing course created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez. Zumba is a strenuous and highly active fitness program which has its origins in Latin dance. It has caught the attention of various fitness chains because it pumps new life into an otherwise monotonous weight loss program. To further the impact which this unique aerobic program has on its participants, Zumba toning sticks have also been designed.

Losing weight and fat through Zumba alone is a lengthy process. Even though the tunes of Salsa, Merengue and Mambo melodies can get you to start dancing within minutes, losing body fat and strengthening the muscles takes time. To speed it up, the original innovators started teaching their students to use Zumba toning Sticks - light weight sticks to use while the regular dance routines to increase calorie burn. These Zumba toning sticks are like the regular XCO tubes which many dancers use in place of samba balls.

Doing Zumba with these sticks puts pressure on various other body parts in turn shapes up your overall frame much more rapidly. These tools have dumbbells fitted on them help in spreading the effects of the dance to various parts of the body while you are doing the routine. This eventually helps in burning a much larger number of calories than what you would burn with simple aerobic or weight lifting exercises. Many people have also experienced more fun while doing Zumba which keeps them highly motivated to lose weight.

After you have practiced your regular Zumba routines with these Zumba toning sticks for about three weeks, you will notice how well your balance and posture has improved. A certain muscle tightening in the abdominal, back and leg areas can be easily. This in turn motivates dancers to dance even more consistently. After 6-8 weeks, even highly unfit people can start doing lunges and squats with ease. However, ensure that you close each aerobic session with lateral stretching as this will properly cool your muscles and will prevent cramps and muscle deformities.

So the next time you begin feeling that you are getting nowhere with your fitness program, buy Zumba toning sticks and start learning Zumba!


5 Tips for Gorgeous Skin

The truth of the matter is that most have to work at keeping their skin beautiful and radiant. Although some might have been born with the "gorgeous skin gene," they still have to need healthy skin care habits to keep their skin looking fantastic every day.

Taking care of the skin is a daily commitment. But it's not one that is totally unmanageable. There are so many skin care lines out there and there is a challenge filtering out the good from the mediocre. It's always wise to check out reviews before the purchasing any particular product. Below are some quick tips for achieving the luminous skin that we were all meant to have.

PATIENCE:

In the tech age, where we get instant solutions and answers, so many expect the same from our skin care products. This is not the case. It takes time for skin rejuvenation and patience should be a part of this process. Really, there are no quick fixes.

Unless one is having an allergic reaction to their product and needs to switch it, professionals recommend using the product until the last drop. To make a clear determination on the success of a product it needs to be used until the end to figure out if it was effective.

Taking a before and after picture is a great idea, too. For areas needing more attention, do take close up pictures to see if the products have worked its magic.

SUNSCREEN:

The sun is the number one culprit for premature aging of the skin. When outdoors, use an SPF shield of at least 30 and reapply it through the day. If this is ignored then visible signs of aging will include:

• Age spots • Fine lines • Loss of elasticity coupled with slack skin • Thick, rough skin • Uneven skin tone • Wrinkles

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RETINOIDS:

Although there is an array of formulas to help skin look beautiful, a retinoid remains a staple in skin care. This product, a vitamin A derivative, is one of the top products people reach for when it comes to anti-aging treatments.

A retinoid based formula has helped with a variety of skin issues such as:

• Reduces wrinkles and fine lines • Diminishes brown age spots • Renews skin texture and firmness • Promotes collagen production • Clear pores

Retinoid usage is potent and may have the side-effect of skin dryness and redness. The best advice for first time users is to apply it every other day, and once skin becomes accustomed to it, increase the usage to daily.

The key is to gauge skin tolerance.

STICK TO A SKIN CARE ROUTINE:

So many people start a skin care regimen full speed ahead and begin to putter out a couple weeks into it. Please try to avoid this and stick to a routine to get the most out of it. Also, try not to make the routine too complicated otherwise it will grow tiresome. Instead, have a handful of easy-to-use products you can use both day and night. A good routine includes a non-soap cleanser, toner, moisturizer, eye cream, and sunscreen. Also, more doesn't mean better. Don't apply too much - instead, put on a decent amount so it doesn't overpower the skin.

The trick to having radiant skin is offering a blend of good product lines and protecting skin from the sun's harmful rays.

10 Minutes to a

CELLULITE FREE Life For far too long cellulite has been an accepted part of our lives. We cover it up, we hide it away and we try every new "miracle cure" cellulite treatment on the market. Over time we resign ourselves to the inevitable but the feelings of despair, low self-esteem and embarrassment prevail.

Enough is enough! The truth is we can fight and get rid of cellulite and it's easier than you think...

There are many ways, treatments and creams to fight ugly cellulite available on the market today - some are just plain ridiculous, some are extremely expensive, others radical and painful, and for the most part, they just don't work! This is the main reason why a lot of people try to find alternative medications that can help them remove and fight ugly cellulite. Since most of the available treatments don't always work, it is always good to try something new.

However, a cellulite treatment that actually works does exist, a holistic, natural and therapeutic method from the past is proving most effective in the battle against cellulite and is fast becoming the benchmark choice for women all over the world. Most of the natural methods introduced in the past are being set aside because of the new treatments available though they are actually more effective than the new creams, treatments and methods today.

Dating back more than 3000 years this ancient natural treatment is practiced every day in the East as a modern technique for treating and relieving a variety of ailments. Until now, this kind of therapy is still used worldwide by various alternative medicine practitioners. You can find a lot of practitioners that still practice cupping cellulite massage.

In the past 2 years, cupping therapy has become the most effective anti- cellulite massage therapy technique, addressing the cause and not just the symptoms, stimulating, rejuvenating and revitalizing the lymphatic system, breaking down the waste and toxins, flushing the fat cells and subsequently eliminating those orange peel areas.

The cupping therapy anti-cellulite massage takes just 10 minutes a day. It's quick, easy and affordable. You don't need to live with and accept your cheesecake thighs, tummy or arms anymore...The time has come to kiss your cellulite goodbye and live a healthier, happier and more confident lifestyle...

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Bikram Yoga - An Amazing Experience

It's important to realize that Bikram's system has no beginner, intermediary and advanced levels... Bikram is known to somewhat resemble military training. The only difference is that you're not in the military, you have a choice.

It might take you some time to get there. Well, every person is different. If you were able to find a good yoga teacher, try asking many questions after your sessions. You can even ask them to put their eyes on you during your practices. Most yoga teachers love helping their students individually. Of course it's crucial that you identify experienced teachers. It is good to receive advices from your new teachers; in that way, you would learn and be able to understand more about your practice. If you aren't sure, just ask around. Moreover, remember that this is your practice. If you need to come out of posture earlier, do so. If you need a delay before you get into the posture - take your time. You do what's best for you.

Tips to have an amazing experience in Bikram Yoga

1. Listen to your body.This is the time when pushing comes in handy, because you're now challenging yourself. Each posture is different, so you might want to push yourself in one posture, but to continue working on the correct execution in other postures.

2. Keep your sweat on.It will make you feel cooler and less energy was exerted on extra perspiration.

3. Drink a lot of water.Water is best for hydration. Practicing Bikram Yoga requires a hot room. And exercising in a hot room results to high level of sweating that can cause dehydration.

4. Shower after sessions.This suggests drying off naturally. It will be much pleasing and satisfying if you have refreshed feeling after exercising.

Here are some benefits of Bikram or Hot Yoga

• The toxins and fats from your body are flushed away.

• It strengthens your resistance by strengthening your immune system.

• It creates control and balance on the endocrine glands of your body.

• It regulates your heart rate and strengthens your bones

• It tones your muscles. • Performing these poses in a hot room helps

improve flexibility of your muscles, which is really good for beginners.

• Stretching exercises in Bikram Yoga revitalizes your body.

• The energy level in your body increases and makes you feeling young at heart and in health.

• It helps in regeneration of tissues in your body. • The various yoga poses comprehends throughout

your body in a systematic, healing fashion. • With Bikram, your relaxation is obtained.

Bikram Yoga can be practiced at any age and a person at any stage of fitness level. Even the ones who are not flexible enough are suited for this kind of exercise and live a healthy life. Have a great practice!

Sure Ways On How To Prevent Sudden Hair Loss

Ever since humans started losing their hair, people sought out tonics and treatments to reverse the process. I have read different articles, and these articles are yet to give me the answer that I have been waiting for. However, I can't wait forever, so I have made up my mind to outlay some relevant home-made remedies that have worked for so many people and it is still working till now. These home-made remedies are known in many parts of the world and they are known for their productive results in reducing hair loss. I use the coconut oil, and hey, I still have hair!

1. Avocado mix is made with one ripe avocado, a teaspoon of wheat germ oil and a teaspoon of jojoba oil. Mix thoroughly, and then apply to your scalp after washing your hair. Massage it into your scalp, and then work it from the roots to the tips of your hairs. It is essential to cover your scalp with plastic or a shower cap and let it work for about half an hour, then rinse out.

2. Use coconut oil as a conditioner. In the shower let it sit on your hair a couple minutes, covering your hair and scalp. It’s great for your skin, and when you rinse it, you’ll feel fantastic all over the whole rest of your body too!

3. Mayonnaise can be used as a moisturizer too, although we haven’t tried it. Here’s what you do: massage mayonnaise into your scalp. After the application, it is advisable that you rinse the hair with shampoo to get the gooey mayo out and you’re supposed to have a soft shiny result.

4. An effective and inexpensive hair shampoo can be made by diluting your favorite shampoo 50% with water. Add about twenty drops of chamomile, lavender or rosemary oil. Shake well before use and massage into your wet hair, then rinse.

Below are some notable home-made hair conditioners that help in preventing sudden hair loss. Remember that conditioners should be started at your hair's ends and worked towards the roots. Bear in mind that some of these will have strong odours. It is advisable to choose the usage time wisely, so that you won't offend other people's delicate noses because it comes with a lot of smells.

1. Aloe vera/olive oil conditioner can be made by mixing equal parts of aloe vera gel and olive oil, to which you will add five to seven drops of rosemary oil. Once applied (remember: applied to the roots!). Leave on for about two hours then wash out.

2. Ginger/sesame oil conditioner uses one tablespoon of ginger juice combined with one tablespoon of sesame oil. Apply into your scalp before bedtime, and cover your head with a cloth turban or shower cap a productive result.

With these home-made treatments, you will be able to prevent sudden hair loss. All you need to do is make use of them, and you will be surprise with the growth and health of your hair.

While most people know what mussels are, fewer people know what green lipped mussels are and why they can be so beneficial for your health

The species name for the green lipped mussels from New Zealand is Perna Canaliculus. These get their nickname due to the bright green ring around the edge of the mussel. However it isn't what these mussels look like that makes them so unique; it is the nutritional make up of the mussels themselves.

There is no other type of mussel,and in fact, few other foods that are known that have the unique nutritional make up of the Perna Canaliculus Green Lipped Mussel. It is this nutritional make up that makes these mussels so beneficial to your health.

Here are just some of the beneficial health nutrients these mussels contain.

• Amino acids: Considered the building blocks of proteins, amino acids are necessary for the function of every organ and system in human body.

• Omega 3 fatty acids: Omega 3 fatty acids help prevent inflammation in the body, reduce the risk of inflammatory related diseases including heart disease, diabetes, Lupus, inflammatory bowel disease and a host of other serious medical conditions. In addition, these fatty acids are necessary to brain health and studies show that most people do not get enough of these important omega 3 fatty acids from diet alone.

• Mucopolysacchrides: Are complex carbohydrates that have been called the 'glue of life', because of their impact on metabolism, growth, and how e age. As you age your body produces less and less of these essential nutrients that many scientist now believe may help prevent aging.

• Antioxidants:Antioxidants help to fight the free radicals that can cause a number of health problems from signs of premature aging to digestive problems and decreased immune function to cancers.

• Chrondrotin and Glucosamine: These two compounds help support joint health by providing necessary fluids for joint lubrication, and by helping to repair damaged cartilage and connective tissues.

• Calcium: A necessary nutrient in the building and maintaining of strong bones and teeth.

• Iron: Iron is a mineral your body needs to keep you both

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What Are Green Lipped Mussels And How Are

They Beneficial For Your Health?

Some of these mussel nutrients such as calcium, iron and amino acids can be found in a wide variety of foods that most people eat every single day. On the other hand, nutrients such as Omega 3 fatty acids, mucopolysacchrides, and chondrotin and glucosamine are difficult, if not impossible to get through diet, and far better to ingest through a high quality supplement - the green lipped mussels can give you a high concentration of all these important nutrients from one nutritional supplement.

Where To Get Green Lipped Mussels

The problem is that unless you want to move to New Zealand, where these precious mussels are found and eat them raw, you are not going to enjoy the health benefits that are available without taking a green lipped mussel supplement - eating them cooked or having them shipped isn't a viable alternative, because high heats and freezing these mussels destroys much of their health benefits.

You must, however know what to look for in choosing a green lipped mussel supplement in order to get one that can do the most for your health. Here is what you need to look for when choosing a supplement.

• Choose a supplement made from a powder extract not an oil extract. Oil extracts are made from the powder extract not from the mussels themselves. By using a double extraction process,the oils simply have less of the raw mussel nutrients than the powders do, making them less beneficial to your health.

• Choose a supplement that is made from live, freshly harvested mussels. As mentioned before,mussels that are frozen lose much of their effectiveness,and again this results in less of a benefit for your overall health.

• Don't choose a supplement that contains stabilizers. Stabilizers are synthetic chemicals that studies show may be dangerous to your long-term health.

By choosing the best green lipped mussel powder extract supplements, you can have all the important and diverse health benefits that the raw mussels are able to provide.

Green lipped mussel benefits for your health and long term wellness are numerous, due to the very diverse and unique profile of nutrients found in the mussels.

LUTEIN FOR THE EYES - 3 COMMON VISUAL PROBLEMS IT CAN HELP PREVENT

There are two major reasons why consuming lutein for the eyes can protect and improve the health of our sight.

• It is an antioxidant that reduces free radical damage from oxidative stress.

• It is a yellow-colored pigment that can filter up to 90 percent of the damaging blue wavelengths of light, acting like natural "sunglasses" to protect our eyes.

Let's look at the visual problems this protective pigment can prevent.

Age Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)

The macula is the area of the retina responsible for our sharp central vision. Those who suffer from ARMD lose the sight in the center of their visual field, making recognizing people and reading impossible. ARMD is the leading cause of blindness in people over the age of 50 in the U.S.

The retina of our eye uses more oxygen than any other tissue in our bodies. Oxidative stress can wreak havoc if we don't have enough antioxidants in our systems to counteract the free radicals damaging our retina. Lutein's antioxidant powers have been shown to reduce the oxidative damage to our retinas that can lead to ARMD.

Our retina is also damaged by the high-energy blue light portion of the visible spectrum. These blue wavelengths can penetrate and damage tissues in both our eyes and skin. Studies show that taking supplements of lutein for the eyes increases the density of the macular pigment, filtering the blue light and protecting the retina. In one study, a 6 mg daily supplement resulted in a 43 percent lower incidence of ARMD.

Cataracts

The lens of our eye is very susceptible to damage because the cells don't regenerate themselves. Both oxidation and blue light can injure these cells, causing proteins to clump together and form cataracts. Cataracts can advance from a slight clouding of the lens to completely blocking the passage of light. They are the second leading cause of blindness after ARMD.

Studies are showing that healthy diets with high levels of lutein and other carotenoids are associated with lower risk of developing cataracts. In fact, women with the highest dietary lutein intake had 22 percent less risk, and men had 19 percent less.

Poor Visual Function

Though both ARMD and cataracts usually develop with age, poor vision can be a problem at any time of life. Many things can stress our eyes.

Research is showing that eating more lutein in foods or supplements results in people with normal vision experiencing less glare, improved color vision, and sharper vision overall. One study in China found that supplementing with 12 mg per day resulted in statistically significant improvement in visual function for people with long-term exposure to light from computer monitors.

The Wrap-Up

The importance of lutein for the eyes becomes clearer every day. It cannot be manufactured by our bodies, but must be taken in from food. Besides some edible flowers, the sources highest in lutein are leafy greens, green peas, broccoli, green beans, various fruits, corn, and egg yolks.

I strongly believe the best thing we can do for our health is to eat plenty of whole fruits and vegetables. Experts say we need at least 6 mg of lutein per day to experience beneficial effects. That takes only one-third cup of spinach, but four cups of broccoli or six cups of green beans.

If you don't want to be up to your ears in broccoli, consider taking a quality nutritional supplement. As an addition to your healthful diet, this is the easiest way to ensure your body is getting not only lutein, but many other nutrients it needs.


Imagine not being able to read this article because of failing vision. There's a simple way you can help protect your sight now and in the future - by including in your diet more lutein for the eyes.

Lutein is one of 600 or so carotenoids found in plants, yet it and its relative zeaxanthin are the only two carotenoids found in the lens and retina of our eyes. Studies are confirming the critical role this nutrient plays in our visual health.

I also cannot stress the importance of the green stuff in your diet. Spinach, cabbages, collard greens et cetera - you name it. If it's green then it'll get you lean. No fried food! Okay, a tiny bit, say two French fries! Cut out soda too, much as you can. Eat raw almonds, canned tuna in water, all the fat free Greek Yogurt you can stand and also, eat your broccoli! Fat free milk, and super secret here: Green Tea.

As of today you LOVE Green Tea!

2. Workout regimen - While you can create a stunning bikini body via diet alone and many women do, adding muscle tone to your frame really sets your physique apart. It not only gives you the appearance of being as fit as a fiddle, it really accentuates your feminine figure by highlighting all the right areas. You will either need access to weights or an actual gym for this. To tone your legs, running is always recommended and it DOES an excellent job of that. Additionally, gluteus maximus exercises will take care of your buttocks and hamstrings while a good gym program will beautifully sculpt your upper body.

3. Discipline - Cravings, cravings, cravings. Our transformation program's main unit of currency is calories. What you are effectively doing is keeping the pendulum on one side whereby your calories are just below your daily requirements so that you are slowly shedding the excess pounds. A quick 'harmless' snack can quickly swing the pendulum the other way to the point where you are no longer in that calorie deficit.


It's nearly the end of the year and you have some time before the almighty sun graces us with its brightness and its warmth. In just 20 odd weeks, you could totally transform your entire body by following a few strict principles and most importantly, sticking to them religiously. No, it probably won't be much fun - though the results in the mirror will fool you into thinking the regime is actually enjoyable. BUT you WILL get astonishing results and you WILL WOW just about everyone on the beach. So let's begin!

1. You are what you eat - Clichè? Yup. But true nonetheless. From now on, your diet will be geared towards the main objective of toning your body. This means you will up your protein intake and cut down on your carbohydrates. At this stage, a good idea would be to sacrifice egg yolks for egg whites, cutting down on bread in the morning and replacing it with oatmeal and also cutting the rice and replacing it with beans. You need not eliminate the carbs completely because you will need your energy reserves to be filled to the brim! You may also want to consider boiling your food instead of frying it also opting to drizzle just a bit of extra virgin olive oil (if you must) on it instead.

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3 BIKINI BODY Transformation Tips

Medical Identity Theft

Each new year brings new threats to your pocketbook. Hey it is not always Insurance! This year we find that Medical Identity Theft is the fastest growing segment of this chillingly evil crime! So protect yourself with these easy steps now!

1. Lock up or destroy your bills, statements and appointment reminders.

Pretty much any file that has your name, date of birth, dates of service. Your doctors name, address, dates of service and what might have been done for you. Lock these files up, or destroy them completely, by shredder or burning.

Identity thieves work with stolen files, misplaced documents, and even sift through your trash. They assemble a bit more about you from each piece, so don’t help them. Lock up or destroy your old medical bills, statements and files.

2. Have your files marked “See patient photo ID”.

You may know your physician by sight, and vice versa, but that does not matter. If a thief steals your files, he will sell them to a total stranger for hundreds of dollars. If the files and notes are marked “See patient photo ID” it will scare the crook away from using your files.

People who have been victimized have this written on their files, so why wait? Have it on your files now, and it gives dishonest types a reason to leave your files alone!

3. Don’t have ID visible in your wallet.

Your drivers license may be visible under a plastic window when you open your wallet. A “Shoulder Surfer” criminal will stand behind you and appear to be reading a text from a cell phone. He is actually taking a perfect photo of your Identity.

Many licenses have home address, age, and more information on them. Then he comes and pulls a scam, or sifts through your trash for more files and data on you! Cover up that license. A post it note works great and you can remove it when you need to show ID.

4. Don’t write checks to strangers.

If a landscaper offers you a great deal on mowing, trimming and raking up it may be a scam. People you don’t know may simply want your name, address, and bank account number to go along with other information they already have stolen or purchased that helps them steal your identity.

Checks should only go to mortgage, power, or utility companies you can trust. Be cautious and remember that most people are happy to take cash! Just ask for a receipt if you need proof of payment.

5. Read your Explanation of Benefits

When your health insurance company pays a bill on your behalf they send you a report called Explanation of Benefits. If you read it you may find services on it that you did not receive. Don’t let this go! It could be simple error, medical fraud, or the worst case for you, somebody is getting medical care in your name! This is serious, it happens every day, so take care!


SUSHI - MORE THAN JUST RAW FISH

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Japanese cuisine has worldwide popularity and nothing is more synonymous with Japanese food than sushi. The term sushi is associated with raw fish dishes that we see as healthy culinary art forms that taste great! The forms and traditional types vary greatly. Raw seafood is the foundation for dishes that are consumed and stand on their own merit. Many presentations also include rice, nori (dried seaweed paper) and numerous other ingredients such as vegetables and some seafood that may already be cooked. It is not limited to raw fish and rice. Condiments such as soy sauce, wasabi paste, a distinctive cousin to horseradish, tofu, soy beans, eggs and mayonnaise are often components to some dishes.

Fish is a wonderful source of high quality lean protein. It is low in saturated fats, cholesterol, and carbohydrates. Salmon, mackerel, herring and tuna are rich in omega-3 fatty acids which are linked to many health benefits. Tofu, soy beans, nori, the dried seaweed wrapper commonly used in "rolls", are all excellent nutrient sources of minerals, calcium, vitamin D, folic acid and antioxidants. Not all ingredients are limited to raw fish. Shrimp, eel, geoduck, crab are often cooked before they are featured in a roll. The wide array of creative rolls and styles seems endless with something to suit any taste. One must be thoughtful about some of the ingredients in some contemporary rolls like cream cheese, fried foods, mayonnaise, soy sauce that greatly increase the calories, sodium and fat contained in your dish. Overall the benefits of enjoying sushi and sashimi are diverse and outstanding.

The risks of eating sushi are very low but are worthy of consideration. The general contamination of seafood with mercury is virtually unavoidable. Unfortunately this neurotoxin contaminates all open waters of rivers, lakes and ocean. Some caution should be exercised in choices of fish variety and quantities consumed by those who are at greatest risk by mercury consumption. Women, who are pregnant, nursing or planning to get pregnant, young children, elderly or people who have a compromised immune system, should limit their consumption of seafood to only 12 ounces per week. Some species of seafood are likely to have higher mercury levels such as tuna, swordfish, shark and mackerel. This does not mean they need to be avoided entirely but consumed in limited quantities emphasizing variety with other kinds that may be lower in mercury content such as salmon, trout, crab and shrimp.

There are other risks of undercooked or raw seafood which remain low if products are handled and stored properly. There are FDA guidelines for the industry which include freezing fish for precise amount of time to kill parasites. Still poor handling or dishonest vendors can provide tainted food that is contaminated with bacteria or parasites. The most common symptoms from eating contaminated raw fish are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache and fever. One must rely on a reputable dealer and trust your restaurateur to provide sanitary products of high quality. Although eating raw seafood is simply of greater risk than cooked fish, experts agree the health benefits outweigh the risks.

Enjoy the nutritional benefits of a wonderful culinary art with thoughtfulness and peace of mind. Strive for variety and eat sensible portions. [email protected] 1.800.655.9525

3 Ways to Make Your Treadmill Workout More Exciting

1. Use Intervals

Intervals are a great way to keep your mind engaged and help make your treadmill workouts fly by. Intervals are easy to customized and the options are endless. Here are some examples of ways to incorporate intervals into your treadmill workout. One day do 30 seconds of sprints followed by 30 seconds of walking recovery do this cycle for the duration of your workout. The next day you can try a steep incline for a minute and go back down to level for a minute vary the incline for each min of your workout. Some fun ideas are build up continually each minute until you max out the incline and then go back down each minute until you reach flat again. You can also do a mixture of sprinting and hills within one workout for even more variety. Intervals are one of the best ways to burn fat as well!

2. Pump up the jams

Bring your iPod or mp3 player and make sure it is filled with music you love and know will keep you going. There are even workout tracks that you can buy or stream that are set to a certain heart rate per minute. This is especially helpful because your body tends to get in sync with the beat of the music. Just as relaxing and slow music can bring your heart rate and breathing down the opposite can be true of faster beat music. The faster beats stimulate brainwaves and cause them to be more active. Podrunner has free podcasts and an App you can download and play mixes while doing your workout. Pandora also offers a great option for streaming great tunes while you put your time in on that treadmill. Choose a station by genre or customize one of your own. Good music will give you something to look forward to. Have your workout tracks be your favorite!

3. Be Creative and change it up!

Don't do the same treadmill workout over and over. This will not only keep your workouts fresh and exciting but will keep your body guessing. If your body can't adapt to a workout it will be forced to change and continually progress. Change is not only important physically but also mentally. If you get bored with a workout you will not perform at your peak. You can try lunges, walking backwards, or side stepping as well for a completely different way to get that workout in.


Muscle Building Results Will Improve With Good Sleeping Habits

Many people try hard to figure out ways they can improve on the results of their muscle building. They may pay extra money for supplements, special meals, and personal trainers. Anyone of these may be beneficial for some and all are worth looking into but one of the easiest ways to improve your results has to be practicing good sleeping habits. Many crucial processes are at work when you are sleeping and this includes recovery and repair of muscle tissues. Your mind and body both repair themselves over the sleeping period and lack of sleep can have a negative effect on daily performance including work outs.

Joints that may have been stressed and torn muscles will need this time to mend and even grow. This will allow them to be prepared for the next workout. This also means that you will be less likely to pull or tear muscles as you are not continuing to rip a small tear from two days ago. If you have unhealthy sleeping habits while attempting different muscle building programs you may never see the benefits that you think you should. In today's hectic world it is not always the easiest area to improve upon but it will be worth it in the end.

Hormones that contribute to muscle growth will also benefit from improved sleep patterns. These hormones, including testosterone, are busy at work when you are sleeping. Mental focus and performance will improve as well and this will also help improve your muscle building results. Being tired prevents you from being able to push as far as you would if you were well rested. You will be able to see better results in your ability to focus during your workouts.


Your mental state of mind improves in general when you practice good sleeping patterns. It is not always easy to keep a set schedule but there are steps you can take help you achieve seven to eight hours of sleep a night. You may try moving your bed time earlier if possible. This may cut into television time but the general benefits of improved sleep patterns should offset any regret you have. Moving your whole schedule forward except for work can help as well. Try eating dinner an hour earlier than normal and get up earlier for a couple of days until you adjust.

Muscle building may help you discover the benefits of good sleeping habits. Together they may help you remain healthy for many years to come. Taking steps towards improving your physical and mental health will often lead to ongoing habits. You may even find yourself learning about food and nutrition and how this effects muscle growth. There has been much published about the benefits of good sleeping habits and you can research how many hours of sleep is recommended to you based on age and activity level. Good sleeping patterns have even been shown to help inhibit the formation of fat. Muscle building might be your original goal when learning about the power of sleep but it will not be the only part of your life to improve after you implement healthy sleeping habits.

LAUGH YOURSELF TO BETTER HEALTH

How many times have you heard, laughter is the best medicine? Did you see the movie Patch Adams? Patch Adams is a real doctor who believes humor can be healthy. Laughter and humor have been linked to better health physically and psychologically. I would like my doctor to write me a prescription for laughter as needed throughout the day.

A good belly laugh can really center a person. Have you ever been with friends or family and the laughter and humor is flowing without effort and for those moments any depression or pain that may have been weighing you down are gone...you are centered, unencumbered. If only you could keep that feeling forever.

There have been studies that have shown a link between humor, laughter and positive attitude with improved health and improved self esteem. There was a study done where undergrad college students answered questions on a Coping Humor Scale (CHS) and the Situational Humor Response Questionnaire (SHRQ). They found that those with the highest scores had lower levels of loneliness, depression and stress. They also had higher self esteem. They deduced that students with a sense of humor perceived themselves as having a higher quality of life.

Humor has been used in different settings and for different reasons. One group of people that were studied were Midwestern females in their 50's diagnosed with breast cancer. The patients were asked about the coping mechanisms that they used for depression and pain. Topping the list was prayer and spiritual healing. After prayer was support groups, humor and massage. These coping mechanisms fall under something called complementary therapy (CT). CT is those things that may not heal or cure but make us feel better. Of course humor alone cannot heal a disease. But used in conjunction with conventional medicine, CT can alleviate pain and negative feelings.

Humor can get you more dates, more promotions, more clients and help you live longer! Read funny stories, visit joke sites, visit a stand up comedy club. Humor is for everyone, and there are sources for everyone: Kids, Teens, Adults, from Larry the Cable Guy to Mark Twain. Enjoy something light hearted and cheerful every day!

I believe in humor as a mental health staple. Every day we need people around us who make us smile and lend some laughter to our day. An apple a day may be healthy but a laugh a day can give you immediate gratification with long term benefits.


The Reasons Walnuts and Almonds Should Be Your Favorite Snack Food

So if you replaced high-fat, low-nutrition foods in your diet with nuts, you should lose weight as long as you keep those portions under control. There have been studies that back this up. Your recommended intake for walnuts, for example, should be about 1.5 oz per day, or about 20 walnut halves. So when you ask what are the healthiest nuts, walnuts rank near the top in total health benefits? They are rich in fiber, B vitamins, magnesium and antioxidants, and stand out from other nuts in their significantly higher levels of omega 3 fatty acids. The following are some of the reasons walnuts should be in your diet.

1. Cardiovascular benefits. Research has found walnuts to have the ability to decrease LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol and positively impact blood quality, as well as to reduce the risk of excessive clotting. These factors will help to reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease.

2. Lessen issues in metabolic syndrome. This isn't so much one disease as a conglomeration of overlapping metabolic problems such as high blood pressure, obesity, excessive blood fat and inadequate HDL cholesterol. One ounce of walnuts consumed daily for three months was found to reduce several of these problems, in addition to decreasing belly fat.

3. Anti-cancer benefits. Due to walnut's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, research has shown it to have high levels of anti-cancer benefits. Chronic inflammation and chronic oxidative stress, two of the greatest threats to promote cancer development, were lowered, as was prostate and breast cancer risk when fairly large amounts of walnuts were consumed.

4. Type 2 diabetes treatment. Although diabetes is an issue with blood sugar control and insulin maintenance, people with type 2 diabetes are at a larger risk for cardiovascular problems. A proper diet plan for those with diabetes should incorporate walnuts into their diet for greater cardiovascular maintenance.

5. Other possible benefits. Large amounts of walnuts have shown evidence of better bone stability, and the anti-inflammatory nutrients found in this nut has had a favorable effect on those with obesity. As stated earlier, if walnuts and other nuts are substituted for foods that are high in saturated fats, such as meat and cheese, and you can keep your consumption in moderation, there is an excellent chance you will see a drop in weight.


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We have been touting the health benefits of nuts in general lately, as in a recent survey of US adults it was found that almost 95% of people ages 19-50 did not consume tree nuts of any kind. If people were more aware of the enormous health benefits of this wonderful food, perhaps more people would add it to their diet. Its major negative, that it is high in calories, can be discounted somewhat by the fact that studies have shown that people who add nuts to their diet have not had appreciable gains in weight.

What are the reasons behind that? It seems logical that if you add a high-fat food to your diet, you will gain weight. Nuts are the exception for three reasons:

1. Nuts fill you up, and you feel like eating less at subsequent meals and snacks. 2. Your system does not absorb the fat content of nuts as well, but passes it through. 3. Nuts increase your metabolism.

Your Successful

Weight Loss Strategy

1. Eat your breakfast. This way you will not feel hungry as the day goes on, which will prevent you from eating more than you really should.

2. Ensure that your refrigerator is filled up with healthy snacks and goods, and limit the amount of snacks that are high in salt and fat, such as cookies and crisps.

3. Eat as much fiber as you can. You should also consider eating vegetables, fruits and whole grains. The fiber content that exists in these foods will ensure that you are filled up, putting you off eating any unhealthy foods.

4. Ensure that you do not lose your way during the weekends. There are many people out there that will devise their own diet plan and follow it during the weekdays, but fall back by eating more unhealthy foods during the weekends. The sad part about it is that you could potentially regain all of the weight that you lost during the weekdays.

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5. Eat the right portion of food. Your perception of what you feel is a suitable serving size and what truly is suitable, can differ somewhat. As a result, it's in your best interest to accurately measure all the food that you eat, that way you can be sure that you are only consuming healthy portions of food.

6. Creating your own lifestyle goals instead of weight loss goals. If you commit to eating only those foods that are good for you, then you will lose weight. Constantly monitoring your weight could potentially discourage you, making you want to give up.

7. Whenever you are on a road trip, be sure to take healthy snacks with you. Grab some bananas, granola bars, apples and various other fruits, to prevent you from wanting to eat something that is bad for you while on your trip.

8. Make sure that you don't deny your body the foods that you love to eat. If you are a chocolate lover, then you should continue eating chocolate, just cut down on your intake by eating smaller portions.

The method you must adopt in order to lose weight is pretty straightforward: you must exercise regularly and eat less food. But in reality, it can prove to be rather difficult.

Losing weight over time is not impossible, but it will require a lot of time and dedication. Having your own weight loss strategy is very important to your success. Here are just a few things that should make up your own weight loss strategy.

For so many years, people have been looking for different ways to eliminate wrinkles. However, most people have ignored one of the major culprits that cause wrinkles - unhealthy food. Unknown to many, regularly consuming certain foods such as alcohol, processed snacks and sweets can eventually lead to wrinkles. These foods contain ingredients and nutrients that can cause inflammation and cell damage which can greatly reduce the collagen and elastin of the skin. Collagen and elastin, as we all know are two of the most important elements responsible for making the skin look tight and firm. Here are some of the reasons why you should avoid consuming them.

People who regularly consume high sugar foods such as cakes, ice cream, candies, chocolates and other sweet treats are at risk to have a duller, wrinkled skin than those who consume less sweets. Glycation, a body process which involves the attachment of sugars traveling in the bloodstream to proteins which produces a molecule that damages the collagen and elastin in the skin. So in short, the more sugar you eat, the more collagen and elastin killer molecules are produced by your body. Once these fibers are damaged, they become dry and brittle, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. To prevent wrinkles from developing at an early age, try to limit your intake of high sugar foods. I know it is impossible to completely eliminate sugar from our diet but it is very important to choose naturally occurring sugars found in fruits and vegetables. Yes, vegetables have hidden sugars too!

Another culprit that causes wrinkles are processed foods. Processed foods that line up the grocery shelves are stripped of nutrients such as antioxidants, omega 3 and other vital nutrients that the skin needs. As we all know, antioxidants protect our cells from damage caused by free radicals. The best way to keep our skin cells healthy is by limiting or better yet, avoiding processed foods and eating more fresh antioxidant rich foods such as fruits and vegetables.

Excessive alcohol intake can also cause wrinkles as it inflames the skin. When the lives metabolizes alcohol, it creates toxic chemicals such as aldehydes and ketones which can inflame and damage the cells underneath skin. If your skin cells are inflamed constantly then it could definitely speed up the development of wrinkles and other skin aging problems. Apart from that alcohol can also cause capillary leaks which can cause the skin to bloat and sag at the same time.


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