30 November 2010
Aerobic exercise refers to that kind of exercise which requires lots of repetitive body movements that are done in quick succession and thus help burn fat and lots of calories. Step aerobics is a variety of aerobic exercise which consists of simply doing repetitive movements on a step.
29 November 2010
Bamboo Shoots aren’t a very popular ingredient in most western food, but if you’ve ever had Asian cuisine it is quite likely that you’ve stumbled upon them at some point. And hopefully you have, given the tremendous health benefits of bamboo shoots. Bamboo shoots are very low in calories. At 27 calories per 100 grams, bamboo is an ideal ingredient anytime you are cooking for a diet.
26 November 2010
One of the hardest parts of losing weight is finding the balance between being able to be socialand go out for meals while sticking to your diet. The problem with restaurants is that the portionsyou are given are usually around two or even three times the size that you should be eating,
26 November 2010
Isometrics refers to an entire class of exercise which involves applying force to a muscle without actually letting it move or contract. These exercises involve considerable straining, but no movement. Typically this requires exerting some force on something which will not move, like a floor or a wall.
25 November 2010
Rock Climbing is a very exciting sport which is growing in popularity due not only to the thrill of the climb but also to the great exercise it provides. However Rock Climbing can be dangerous and often becomes extremely strenuous, so whether you’re a beginner or an expert it is highly recommended to do certain exercises to prepare your body for the rigors of the activity.
24 November 2010
Among the super foods, avacado is one of the tastier ones:
24 November 2010
A diet consisting mostly of cheese may seem like a non starter, but cottage cheese is different than most cheese. Produced from curds of low fat milk, cottage cheese is considered to be very healthy. Perhaps the greatest thing about cottage cheese in terms of dieting is its relatively high protein content. This means you don’t need to eat much of it and it will keep your full.
23 November 2010
Your BMI means nothing if you don't know how to analyze it.Below 18.5: you are considered underweight.18.5 -24.9: If your number falls here, you are in the healthy range. You are neither underweightnor overweight.25 - 29.9: You are considered Overweight. Once your number falls in this zone you need to take
23 November 2010
Back pain is one of the most aggravating and common afflictions of modern times. What is especially annoying about back pain is the difficulty in treating it; there are very few sources of genuine relief. Now there are pain killers, but these come with many side effects and obviously shouldn’t be taken in excess. Fortunately there are some non-medicinal alternatives, such as exercise.
22 November 2010
It is impossible to overstate the importance of water in our lives. Just as the majority of the world is covered in water, our bodies are also mostly just water. Water is a fundamental ingredient to life, and is the most essential human need. Humans should be drinking about eight glasses a day, though unfortunately few of us actually accomplish this.
19 November 2010
Fitness freaks are constantly on the lookout for new and fun ways of staying healthy and fit. Gyrotonic exercises have recently made their way into the fitness and exercise industry.
18 November 2010
The 7 day cabbage soup diet, as the name suggests, is a diet plan which spans an entire week and promises to help you shed about ten pounds over the course of the week. Fortunately however, this diet does not require that you eat nothing but cabbage soup for an entire week.
17 November 2010
Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is an effective way to measure the amount of fat on your body andgives you an indication of your weight category that relates to your health. It is calculated from aperson's weight and height.The calculation is relatively simple:
17 November 2010
Although dieting in general is discussed constantly, there is relatively little focus on men’s diets in particular. This article takes up the subject, and covers a few different diet plans and overall strategies designed specifically for men.
16 November 2010
The world of health and diet is often full of surprises; scientists are constantly discovering new uses for all kinds of different foods and plants. One of the most startling examples of a counter-intuitive health product is the pine cone.
15 November 2010
These are also known as starches. Starches are found in grains, bread, potatoes, pasta andrice. As with simple sugars, some complex carbohydrate foods are better than others. Foodsthat have been refined (ie, white bread, white rice) have been processed, which removes thenutrients and fiber. However, unrefined carbohydrates such as whole wheat bread, oatmeal, and
15 November 2010
Almost nobody likes spiders; they’re always an unexpected nuisance and manage to find their way into almost every little cranny of the house.
12 November 2010
These carbohydrates are known as simple sugars. They come from sweet things such as candyand fruit. Both these sources are simple sugars, but the difference is that fruit comes with otherhealth benefits such as nutrients, antioxidants, and vitamins. Sweets such as candy are emptycalories. Simple carbohydrates break down into sugar in the body quickly and are used as
12 November 2010
Foot pain is an extremely common malady, and has many different causes, the most common of which has to do with standing for long periods of time without reprieve. Women in particular are victims of foot pain because they often wear unforgiving shoes and must stand in them for extended periods.
10 November 2010
When trying to lose weight, it’s important to have a source of protein. If you don’t eat enoughprotein, you’ll have little energy and your muscles will waste away. Protein cannot be stored andneeds to be replenished daily. Typical sources of protein are beans, lean meats, nuts, eggs, andsoy.
10 November 2010
Virtually everyone is familiar with the experience of muscle cramps or knots. We usually deal with them by suffering through the pain, stretching it out, letting it pass, or not give much thought to what caused the pain in the first place. But the pain is caused by muscle knots, or myfascial trigger points.
9 November 2010
Taurine, recently popularized due to its extensive use in energy drinks, is actually a semi-essential amino acid which can be found in the heart, white blood cells, skeletal muscles, and the central nervous system. Although Taurine acts as a building block for all amino acids, it is markedly different than other amino acids because it is not a part of proteins.
8 November 2010
One healthy breakfast idea is yogurt parfait. It's a very simple recipe, that packs a lot of nutrition:
Yogurt Parfait
1 cup low fat flavored yogurt of your choice
½ cup low fat granola
½ cup fresh sliced strawberries and blueberries
8 November 2010
There is an entire science which dedicates itself to understanding the phenomenon of pain and the ways in which we can prevent and mitigate it. Pain killers may be the most obvious way but they are certainly not the only way or the preferable way.
8 November 2010
Olive oil - the juice one makes by pressing an olive - has countless uses. Unlike other oils, many ways to use olive oil prove beneficial to human health.
5 November 2010
Although they should be one of the first things we turn to due to the prevalence of processedfoods and the high fat content in the average diet, colon cleanses are not a very common typeof cleanse. Our bodies have a very difficult time digesting much of the food that we consume,which can lead to an unhealthy colon and digestive system. Think of a colon cleanse as simply
5 November 2010
The push up is probably the most well known exercise of all, and is a staple of any fitness regimen. What most people have in mind when they think of push ups is the traditional position of having both hands and feet on the ground as the individual pushes up and down repeatedly.
4 November 2010
This mini-cleanse is great for individuals who have never cleansed before. It is a gentle cleanse
filled with nutrient and fibre rich foods to clean out your system and give your organs a break
from any processed ingredients that are much harder to digest. Here are the key steps in the
five day cleanse:
4 November 2010
The muscles in your back are some of the most used yet most neglected muscles in your entire body. Most people are well aware of the consequences of having a weak back and back pain is one of the most common ailments which afflict us today.
3 November 2010
Your body’s metabolic rate is probably the most key factor to whether you’ll lose or gain weight over a given period. You have to eat; starving yourself is no way to lose weight. Rather what you need to do is take steps to boost your metabolism so your body burns more calories than it otherwise would.
2 November 2010
Here is one healthy meal idea that you will fall in love with. Follow the below recipe and enjoy a nutritious, weight conscious meal.Artichoke & Antipasto Sandwich
2 November 2010
Barley is generally known to be a key ingredient in the making of beer, but it is in fact a cereal grain and one of the most nutritious cereal grains at that. Barley is used in many different foods including casseroles, breads, cakes, and soups. Barley is very low on the glycemic index so it provides a long-lasting source of energy and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
1 November 2010
Eating raw foods is extremely beneficial to your body. It is very simple- the only foods thatshould be eaten are those that are organic and not heated above a certain temperature.Because many nutrients in food are lost once food has been heated, you get the most out ofyour food by eating it in its natural, raw form.
1 November 2010
The knee is an extremely vulnerable part of the human body. Evolutionarily speaking, standing up is a relatively new habit for us, and our bodies haven’t quite caught up with us in that regard. We therefore have particular problems with those parts of our body which bear the biggest burden in helping us to stand, such as our lower back and knees.
