The Losers Locality

2006-11-10T12:02:00.000-08:00

It is now November. I have been busy doing my business and have not found the time to blog as my readers may have well noticed.
I also need to change topics on losing weight as I am presently 4.5 months pregnant with my third child and am obviously no longer in the running for "The Biggest Loser" category.
Instead my focus has been on how to prepare for a healthy child. Things have so changed since I have had my last child. My baby is now 14 years old. I don't remember anything about being pregnant. Except for the morning sickness(ok, so all day sickness rather). I was only 18 and 21 when I had my 2 other children. I am now 35 and find myself worrying about things I never did before.
I am not as healthy as I used to be. I am overweight to start out with. My weight at the start of my first child was 127 and this start was 210. I have gestinal diabetes with this pregnancy wheras with my first child I lived off candy and never thought twice about it. My daughter and I were both fine(she was a little hyperactive but nothing serious).
I am anemic and the low iron is really taking a toll on me this time. I have arthritis in my right knee now which causes severe pain. I often wonder how I will walk as the months wear on. But since I have polycystic ovary syndrome(cystis on the ovaries)I am pretty sure I won't be moving much in the final months anyways. I cough, sneeze or get up too fast and I am bent over in pain now.
I know this sounds all a little depressing so I will end this on a good note.
Had my first ultrasound some weeks back and getting to see the baby and hear the heartbeat was worth every little bit.
I am going in two weeks to find out what the sex is although I am pretty sure it is a boy.
I am anxiously awaiting the first kick from the active little tyke. I had thought after 16 weeks you were able to feel kicks but I am 18 weeks and not feeling anything that feels like a kick yet so maybe I am mistaken.
So to all of you out there who were working on losing weight only to find yourself in my predictament there is hope. Don't get frustrated(yes, I am trying to practice what I preach with every gained pound!). Don't worry about the weight right now. We will conquer that together later.
For right now catch up on your sleep, eat properly, and make sure you get enough vitamins. Try to take at least a 10 minute walk a day, and venture up a flight of stairs alt least once a day for good measure. You should be ok.
Never forget I am here and you are not alone.

2006-03-13T15:47:00.000-08:00

Time slips away from you when you have so much to do. It is starting to appear that I am only managing to blog on the site once a month or less these days. Not my intention really but with my business getting into the busier time of the year, my helping out a friend with her business, and planning my wedding I have been a little overwhelmed.
I stepped on the scale the other day to find out much to my dismay that I have gained 8 pounds since Christmas. Mind you upon closer inspection on my measurements I have realized that it appears to be muscle formation(that friend of mine has a child care centre and I have been carrying children).I have been hauling groceries around as well since I am now within a 15 minute walk to a store. So weight should not be the prime focus on ones mind for getting in shape. Muscle mass although may be scary on the scale account is a good measure of success in health terms.
Keeping to the theme of body building I thought the following article would be a good read.

The Perfect Body building Exercise
Copyright 2006 Ash Trivedi

So what is the perfect bodybuilding exercise or workout
routine? READ ON.

Most people, when they plan out a workout routine, don’t
take into consideration the implication of each exercise on
other areas of the body. Almost every individual exercise
performed effects more than one group of muscles and
therefore, is obviously more practical to design the
workout that compliments only those areas.

Bodybuilders group exercises by body part and train one
muscle group at a time. Working one muscle with 1-3
exercises ensures that you train it thoroughly. Experience
says that this type of training is the most efficient for
bodybuilding.

There are going to be times when it is unavoidable and you
may end up working the same muscle group over two workouts,
however as a rule it is better not to. It is also important
to consider what you are trying to achieve; building Mass,
definition, strength or all three. As a beginner it’s
important to emphasize on evaluating the best bodybuilding
exercise since the first thing everyone thrives for is
quick, visible a result.

The most prominent feature that lets everyone know you’re
working out is not below the waistline, though it’s worth
pointing out that that may actually be less prominent if
you decide to take the easy rout of by taking illegal body
enhancing substances. The most eye-catching is obviously
your muscle mass.

Design your bodybuilding exercise routine to firstly build
mass on the largest muscle groups. Every major muscle
group should be developed to prevent muscle imbalance and
the risk of injury and so you don't look like a freak. I
see some of the guys who have a huge chest, back, arms,
traps, but have the smallest legs. They might be able to
put up 375 lbs 5 times (not a joke), but when you look at
his legs, you notice he have never, ever even trained them.
His arms might be 16", or whatever, but his claves are no
bigger than 13".

To maintain symmetry and prevent muscle imbalance, choose
bodybuilding exercises that train both side of the body
simultaneously. The best way to start is to keep it simple,
split the body into two sections, upper body and lower
body. For the upper body; chest, shoulders and back is a
good start, for the lower body thighs and calves. Remember
1-3 excesses; shoulder press, medium grip bench press and
chin-ups are sufficient for upper body development as a
starter. Squats, leg-press and calve raises complete the
routine. All of these bodybuilding exercises work on both
sides simultaneously whilst maintaining symmetry and
muscular balance at the development stage.

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2006-02-06T14:39:00.000-08:00

Oh my. It has been so long since I have written and I am sorry. I have been so busy starting up a new business, trying to go to school, the holidays, moving back to my old city, and tending to my family. I am sure alot of you out there can relate.
How many of you out there gained weight over the holidays and are now struggling to take it off?
I gained 7 pounds. But I am recently engaged to a wonderful man who doesn't think I need to lose a pound. So I started to think about that. Do we really feel self conscious about our weight because of the media? Is there anything wrong with carrying around a few extra pounds?
I watched the show the half ton man on TLC a few weeks back and was real impressed with his attitude. He almost died from his obesity and then got help and surgery and is doing well now. He is half the size he used to be and working hard every day. He has a wife who has loved him through out all his hardships, and that has made such a difference.
I got to thinking that maybe in my case it is more my smoking that is a health issue rather than my weight. Since I still have a whole lot of muscle mass from my former athletic days I would be heavier than the average person my size even if I didn't have an ounce of fat on me.
So as a New Years resolution I decided to just work on getting healthy and forget my weight. It will take care of itself when I am a healthy specimen again. i am wanting to be a mother again so another reason to detox my body and regain my health.
If we resolve to just live life to the fullest and throw in some fun activities then we can become healthy and happy without the stress of worrying about our size. The more we obsess the more the weight stays on.
Don't forget though that you need to eat regulary and incorporate all the fruits and veggies possible.
Don't get me wrong. I am not saying don't worry about exercising, I am merely saying stop stressing about the NEED to get it done all the time for results.
The following is an article on a few little exercise tips/tricks you can do if you find you have no time in your busy life.

Exercise Tips for People With 'No Time'
Copyright 2006 Sheri Zampelli

As our lives become more complex, we need creative
time-management twists to juggle all the things we want to
do. This article will give you tips on how to fit exercise
into your busy schedule, even if you have a sedentary
lifestyle.

The first step is to drop the all-or-nothing,
perfectionistic thinking that says "It has to be at a gym.
It doesn't count if you don't breathe hard. It doesn't
count if you don't do it for at least 30 minutes non-stop,"
etc. Any physical activity is more beneficial than NO
physical activity. So open your mind and let's create new
solutions.

We all get stuck from time to time sitting at our
computers, waiting for one thing or another:

*Long print jobs

*Slow or large downloads

*Large files to open

*Inspiration on what to write or do next

*“Instant” messages

*iPod Updates

Here's how you can put that time to use:

1. Get a medicine ball and/or exercise band at your local
sporting goods store or on-line.

2. Put these items near your computer in an easy to reach
location.

3. Begin compiling a stack of exercise ideas from
magazines or books which you will also keep near your
computer (consider starting a three-ring binder so you can
easily find the book and flip through it at will).

4. When you encounter a wait period (or just need a little
break), do a set of arm or leg exercises. Here’s a list of
ideas to get you started:

Chest Press: Strap an exercise tube around the back of your
office chair and do occasional chest presses. Hold one
handle in each hand and position your hands so they are at
chest level. Sit up straight. Push forward and extend
your arms straight in front of you or, for variation, cross
your hands in front of you. Repeat 10-15 times or until
you become fatigued.

Overhead Tricep Lifts: Hold a 3-5 pound medicine ball in
both hands. Lift it over your head with arms extended.
Bend at the elbows and slowly lower the ball so that it
ends up behind your neck. Continue lifting the ball from
behind your neck to over your head. Use slow, steady,
controlled movements. Repeat 8-10 times or until you
become fatigued.

Bicep Curls: Depending on your strength level, you can use
one or both arms for this exercise. Hold the medicine ball
in your hands in front of you as if you are offering a gift
to someone or holding a large cup or bowl in your hands.
Your arms should be in an “L” shaped position at your
sides. Bring the ball up to your chest slowly and then
back down slowly. If you are strong enough, you can also
do one arm at a time lifting the ball from the “L” shaped
position up to your shoulder and back down again. Repeat
12-15 times or until you become fatigued. Perform equal
amounts of repetitions for each arm.

Leg Lifts: Stretch your legs out in front of you and put
your ankles and feet together. Place the medicine ball in
the cradle created by your ankles so that the ball is
resting on the top of your foot and your lower leg at the
same time. Depending on your strength level, you can do
this exercise a variety of ways:

Lower Leg Lifts: Lift your legs from the floor until they
are almost completely extended. Maintain a small bend in
the knees, do not lock your knees. For more of a
challenge, hold your legs in the lifted position until you
begin to feel your muscles shake or burn, then lower.
Repeat 10-15 times.

Full Leg Lifts: Scoot up in your chair so that your
buttocks are almost at the edge of your seat. Put your
hands on the armrest to support your body. Extend your
legs in front of you with your knees slightly bent. Lift
your legs as high as you can off the ground. For extra
challenge, hold your legs in place before lowering. Be
sure to continue sitting up straight as you do this
exercise and hold in your abdominal muscles for support.

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in private practice. She is the author of From Sabotage to
Success – How to Overcome Self-Defeating Behavior and Reach
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2005-12-06T15:25:00.000-08:00

Ok I am pretty busy these days so I may only blog once a week now. I hope I can still provide you with enough useful and fun filled information so you will still visit me though.
It is so cold these days I was thinking of exercising just so i could work up a sweat and warm my hands and feet. I have bad circulation and always have cold hands and feet, so trying to maintain a steady flow of blood through my system often needs a little helping hand. I have been looking for information on how to increase circulation but haven't yet found any information I could pass along to you.
It is the holiday season upon us. The love of mankind is in the air. This is the time to start your new years resolutions and actually make the effort to live them. The following article will give you some tips onunlocking your health.

Ten Powerful Keys to Unlocking Health
Copyright 2005 Wayne McDonald

1. Be Present
Live in the now. The past is gone. You can never go back
and make it right. You can never re-live a life that was
yesterday. Live positively in the present moment, no
matter what is occurring. It is All right and perfect. Do
not look ahead and dread what may come. Our mind creates a
lot of chatter and makes us afraid in order to keep us
safe. Tell your mind "Thanks for sharing" and affirm "I am
here, I am present". You are always at choice and you know
how to make this day beautiful.

2. Nature
Sit on the lawn or next to a tree. Feel the pulse of the
earth, the grandeur of the sky, the coolness of the breeze
on your face, or the warmth of the sun on your face. Smile
at nature, say hello to the bugs and all the animals you
meet. Take a walk in a park or hike on a trail.

3. Exercise
Daily exercise gives you a break from your mind chatter,
helps pump your heart, circulates your blood, clears toxins
from your body, charges you with energy and has many other
benefits. Choose an activity that is fun and mix it up. Do
walking one day and yoga another day. Take a Tai Chi class
and meet new people. The list of possibilities is endless.

4. Spirituality
Recognize and know you are important and unique. Meditate,
or sit quietly, and be in the moment. Read books that are
uplifting and have positive messages. Give thanks for your
health, your home, your friends, all the joy and happiness
in your life and all the good that surrounds you.

5. Forgiveness
It is time to let it go. Forgive all parts of yourself to
be whole and perfect. Forgive yourself for any past
mistakes or shortcomings; forgive the child within for
being afraid; forgive the teenager that spoke words of
anger; forgive the young adult for not being a risk taker.
Forgive others in the past. Forgive your parents, your
siblings and relatives. Let go of all grudges. Forgiveness
is about coming to peace within yourself.

6. Bubble Bath
Give yourself permission to relax and savor quiet times.
Read a book for fun. Spend that extra money and get a
massage or a facial. Do something selfish for yourself.

7. Nutrition
Listen to your body. Feed it good nutritious food. Take a
high quality multi-vitamin or a liquid supplement. Most
health challenges can be reduced or eliminated with a
dietary supplement.

8. Let Go of Judgment
Give up judgement and give up blame. Never speak critically
of others or yourself. Speak words of encouragement to
yourself and everyone you meet. Accept everyone for who
they are and embrace their differences.

9. Service To Others
Reach out and lend a hand to a friend in need. Offer
unconditional service to others. Be a great listener and
really listen to people when they speak. Find ways to help
others to lift their spirits and help lessen their burdens.

10. Love
Love yourself and use positive words of encouragement.
Compliment strangers and make others smile. Speak from a
loving heart and shine with joy.

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2005-11-28T16:56:00.000-08:00

Hey hey, only five days between posts this time. I'm hanging in there. I have been so swamped with getting my new site up to make some money that between that, my real day job(which is begging people for overtime since it is the season for sales), looking for a new place to live, another new job in that city, christmas shopping, and organizing and packing to move, I almost forget what my name is.
I have the flu to boot so am feeling a little run down. This season always gets me sick. At least I will get it over and done with before Christmas this way though.
I am selling various ebooks on my new site and would love for you to drop by. We have some health and wealth related books that are a good buy. please drop by and tell all your friends.kadebescatchofgoodies
The following article I thought was a great read and made me think of weight management with a new perspective. Acceptance truly is the key I think.

Intuitive Eating: An 'Anti-Diet' That Works
Copyright 2005 Daily News Central

Stop hating your body, stop counting calories and stop
using food for purposes other than to satisfy hunger, and
you'll be healthier and slimmer. That, in a nutshell, is
the argument in favor of "intuitive eating," or letting
your body tell you when, what and how much to eat.

"The basic premise of intuitive eating is, rather than
manipulate what we eat in terms of prescribed diets -- how
many calories a food has, how many grams of fat, specific
food combinations or anything like that -- we should take
internal cues, try to recognize what our body wants and
then regulate how much we eat based on hunger and satiety,"
says professor of health science Steven Hawks, lead
researcher of an intuitive-eating study at Brigham Young
University.

The findings are reported in the American Journal of Health
Education.

Hawks, who adopted an intuitive-eating lifestyle himself
several years ago and lost 50 pounds as a result, says that
"normal" dieting in the United States doesn't result in
long-term weight loss and contributes to food anxiety and
unhealthy eating practices, and can even lead to eating
disorders.

All Diets Work Against Human Biology

Hawks and colleagues Hala Madanat, Jaylyn Hawks and Ashley
Harris identified a handful of college students who were
naturally intuitive eaters and compared them with other
students who were not. Participants then were tested to
evaluate their health.

As measured by the Intuitive Eating Scale, developed by
Hawks and others to measure the degree to which a person is
an intuitive eater, the researchers found that intuitive
eating correlated significantly with lower body mass index
(BMI), lower triglyceride levels, higher levels of high
density lipoproteins and decreased risk of cardiovascular
disease.

Approximately one-third of the variance in body mass index
was accounted for by intuitive eating scores, while 17 to
19 percent of the variance in blood lipid profiles and
cardiovascular risk was accounted for by intuitive eating.

"The findings provide support for intuitive eating as a
positive approach to healthy weight management," says
Hawks, who plans to do a large-scale study of intuitive
eating across several cultures.

"In less developed countries in Asia, people are primarily
intuitive eaters," notes Hawks.

"They haven't been conditioned to artificially structure
their relationship with food like we have in the United
States. They’ve been conditioned to believe that the
purpose of food is to enjoy, to nurture. You eat when
you're hungry, you stop when you're not hungry any more.
They have a much healthier relationship with food, far
fewer eating disorders, and interestingly, far less
obesity," he points out.

"What makes intuitive eating different from a diet, is that
all diets work against human biology, whereas intuitive
eating teaches people to work with their own biology, to
work with their bodies, to understand their bodies," Hawks
explains.

"Rather than a prescriptive diet, it's really about
increasing awareness and understanding of your body. It's a
nurturing approach to nutrition, health and fitness as
opposed to a regulated, coercive, restrictive approach.
That's why diets fail, and that's why intuitive eating has
a better chance of being successful in the long term," he
maintains.

Two Attitudes, Two Behaviors

To become an intuitive eater, a person has to adopt two
attitudes and two behaviors. The first attitude is body
acceptance.

"It’s an extremely difficult attitude adjustment for many
people to make, but they have to come to a conscious
decision that personal worth is not a function of body
size," says Hawks. "Rather than having an adversarial
relationship with my body, where I have to control it, and
force it to submit to my will so that I can make it thin,
I'm going to value my body because it allows me to
accomplish some higher good with my life."

The second attitude is that dieting is harmful.

"Dieting does not lead to the results that people think it
will lead to, and so I try to help people foster an
anti-dieting attitude," says Hawks. "You have to say to
yourself, 'I will not base my food intake on diet plans,
food-based rules, good and bad foods, all of that kind of
thing.' For people who are deep into dietary restraint and
dietary rules, again, that's a very difficult attitude
adjustment to make, to give up all those rules."

The first behavior is learning how to not eat for
emotional, environmental or social reasons.

"Socially we eat all the time in our culture. We go out to
eat ice cream if we break up with our boyfriend, we eat to
celebrate, we eat when we're lonely, we eat when we're sad,
we eat when we're stressed out," says Hawks. "Being able to
recognize all the emotional, environmental and cultural
relationships we have with food and finding better ways to
manage our emotions is part of the process."

The second behavior is learning how to interpret body
signals, cravings and hunger, and how to respond in a
healthy, positive, nurturing way.

Learning the body's signals can be difficult at first, but
Hawks suggests thinking about hunger and satiety on a
10-point scale, where "10" is eating until one is sick and
"1" is starving.

Intuitive eaters keep themselves at or around a "5." If
they feel they are getting hungry, they eat until they are
back at a "5" or "6." They stop eating when they're
satisfied, even if that means leaving food on the plate.

No Food Is Taboo

One part of intuitive eating that may be counterintuitive
to people conditioned to restrictive dieting is the concept
that with intuitive eating there is a place for every food.
In other words, there is no food that's ever taboo. There's
no food you can't ever have.

"Part of adopting an anti-dieting attitude is the
recognition that you have unconditional permission to eat
any kind of food that you want," says Hawks. "And that's
scary for people who say, 'If I abandon my diet rules, then
I'll fill a pillowcase full of M&M's, dive into it and
never come up again. That's what I crave, I know that's
what I crave, that's all I will always crave.' But that’s
not the reality. The reality is that our bodies crave good
nutrition."

It is dieting that creates psychological and physiological
urges to binge on taboo foods. While people may experience
some binges when they first start eating intuitively, they
eventually will learn to trust themselves and that behavior
will disappear, Hawks maintains.

One technique he suggests is having an abundance of
previously taboo foods on hand. Once the foods are no
longer forbidden, a person quickly loses interest in them.

"If people are committed to recognizing what their bodies
really want, the vast majority of people will say that they
very quickly overcame cravings," Hawks says, opening an
office desk drawer filled with untouched junk food. "It
certainly has worked for me."

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Rita Jenkins is a health journalist for Daily News Central,
an online publication that delivers breaking news and
reliable health information to consumers, healthcare
providers and industry professionals:
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2005-11-23T15:16:00.000-08:00

Oh my Goodness! It has been 8 days since I posted a blog! I have been a little busy. My priorities have changed with the season so it seems. I hope you have all been doing well since I last was here. I may only be able to do my posts twice a week now so I will try to make it worth the wait.
I had the day off today so I went for a nice long walk to see how long it would take me to freeze my feet off. I recently got boots but I am of the mind that as long as there is no snow, the running shoes can be worn. Today I realized the other benefit of boots in the winter. It's called extra insulation for the toes!!!!
My runners were frozen solid at the end of my hour hike and I could barely bend them. Those dollar mitties they sell are only good for inside other mitts I found out as well. But I hate to complain since it is only the end of Nov. and winter really hasn't even started. But I am definitely getting a scarf this winter too. I think back to when I was a teenager and dressed for style. Explains the severe frost bite on my thighs one winter. Never again. Even if I look like a dork.
Now, what tid bit of info should I leave you with today? Well since it is Thanksgiving I think for all you American readers tomorrow, how about I leave you with this pleasant article.

Holiday Diet Challenges - 9 Tips To Survive This Season
Copyright 2005 Cindy Lewis

The holidays are the most festive time of the year but they
can also be highly stressful if you are watching your diet
or trying to lose weight. How can we avoid gaining extra
fat while still experiencing a great time this season? You
can enjoy the celebration to its fullest and not worry
about guilt on Monday if you follow just a few simple ideas.

Don't wait until the big meal to eat. It's understandable
to save room for your favorite holiday dishes but starving
yourself until the big feast is the last thing that you
want to do.

You should enjoy eating sensible snacks to maintain your
metabolism. Also, not being famished lowers the chances of
your going overboard. It is best to avoid eating too much
when dinner is finally served.

Try leaning toward grains and high fiber carbohydrates such
as brown rice, wheat breads and wheat flour pasta. Fiber
rich foods tend to give most people a full feeling earlier
than the same or larger quantity of white flour
alternatives. Consider higher protein cottage cheese over
sour cream for your potato. No, you don't have to live
without the butter but it may benefit your waste line if
you do.

Drink plenty of water. It is always important to stay well
hydrated. But, when celebrating especially, water
replenishes and counters the dehydrating effects of the
caffeinated or adult beverages we may have enjoyed.
Drinking enough water also can help us to not stuff
ourselves with high calorie foods.

Casseroles are always welcomed in my home but steamed
vegetables are a nutritious alternative. Use herbs to
bring out the natural flavors. You may also consider nuts
like vitamin rich Pistachios or raw fruits and vegetables
with low fat dips as appetizers over the heavier or higher
calorie items better reserved for the main event.

Treat yourself to whatever your heart desires, even
desserts and chocolates if you wish. However, do it in
moderation. Try sampling in smaller portions so there
isn't anything you missed but be sensible on serving size.
When you pay attention to the quantity of what you are
eating, it increases the quality of these special times.

If the weather is appropriate, enjoy a walk outside with
your friends and family. Still truly important is that you
have enough physical activity but days like these were
meant for leisure. Take the opportunity to enjoy the fresh
air before dining or after your post feast nap. Doing so
will help you be certain to burn at least a few of those
extra calories.

Food doesn't need to be the only focus of your
celebration's fun time. Since the group is together, why
not exercise each other's mind with the board games hid
away in your closet? Children and kids at heart may
already be playing video games but when was the last time
you enjoyed a good trivia or word game? Some of the most
memorable family or friendship bonds can be made over a
triple letter score.

Speaking of kids, it's important for us adults to set a
good example. Food is crucial for us to live and should
never be something to feel guilty over. Encourage children
to enjoy the holiday with healthy treats, physical
activity, and good feelings about food. What we discover
and experience as children during these social occasions
can often last as wonderful memories throughout our entire
lifetime.

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2005-11-15T20:49:00.000-08:00

How many times do you exercise a week? What kind of workout do you have? Are you consistent or do you find that you are easily distracted? I find it hard to stay motivated for activities that hurt my body and feel like work. Thus, my exercise routine gets limited to the bare necessities.
When I read the following article I realized it was true. Being a manic depressive as I am, I am continually fighting my moods to begin with, if I can not find something enjoyable, it won't be in my schedule long.
I thought back to the time when I was the healthiest weight. I was playing tennis against the wall across the street from my townhouse at the school. I enjoyed it thoroughly even though it was a vigorous activity. I felt good, and it kept me energized throughout my day. I was focused on the sport and had no time for mindless meander or negative thoughts. When I was playing baseball with my team a few years back I was in a better frame of mind on a steady basis. I had more patience, more enthusiasm for life and where I wanted to get to, and honestly felt like I could and would get there.
Then I stopped sports and became even more depressed. At the time I had no correlation to the idea that the lack of a physical activity I enjoyed and my outside circumstances were indeed intermingled.
I am on the hunt for an indoor tennis group this winter and come spring I will be on the roster for the coed baseball team in my neighbourhood. Time to find the harmony in my life again.

Are You Exercising Your Way To Stress?
Copyright 2005 Christopher Green

You’re right, the headline is a very strange one! Exercise
is vital to maintain good health and most of the time, the
benefits of exercise far out-weigh the drawbacks. But if
you suffer from a stressful or a depressive illness,
exercise can actually make you feel worse. But how can this
be?

I’m sure you’ve heard the following statement over and over
again: exercise can help you to beat stress, or alleviate
anxiety or boost a depressed mind. This is only true in
part. Because many exercises can actually worsen these
illnesses. And even if you perform exercises that can help,
these exercises will only help temporarily.

The reason many people believe exercise to be helpful in
combating stressful and depressive illnesses is because
when you exercise vigorously for longer than 20 minutes,
your body floods with endorphins. These chemicals give us a
buzz, and this is why it is widely believed that exercise
can cure stress, depression or anxiety.

If you’re suffering a stressful or depressive episode,
you’ll know that no matter how regularly you exercise, the
bad feelings return. The only way to beat these illnesses
is to treat the root cause – flawed modes of thinking.
Exercise, though great for our bodies, simply doesn’t do
anything to address modes of thinking.

When my anxiety was at it’s worst back in 2000, I exercised
4 times a week. For 2 days, I’d perform weight-training
exercises. These exercises are the type of exercise that
can actually make you feel worse because you have time to
think about all of the issues and problems you have in your
life at the time. I’d also warm up and warm down on bike
machines or cross-trainers. Again, you can perform these
exercises easily so you can think about your problems.

For my other workouts, I’d perform instructor-led circuit
training sessions. As you’re listening out for instructions
and performing sequences of exercises at a high tempo, you
don’t have time to dwell on your troubles and worries. The
problem is that once you stop exercising, you return to the
modes of thinking which lead to stress, depression or
anxiety.

As soon as my workout had finished, I’d perform flawed
modes of thinking, that made me anxious and depressed.
Exercising did very little to stop me performing these
flawed thought processes.

Do be aware of what’s happening when you exercise.
Exercises that don’t require much concentration may have
you brooding over your troubles as you perform them.
Jogging, walking, exercise machines, weight-training are
all examples of such exercises. Instead, try ones that are
more intensive or competitive so your whole concentration
is required. Circuit-training worked for me, so did sports
like soccer and badminton.

The idea is to give yourself a period of time where you’re
not thinking about your problems and worries. And of
course, you’ll do your body a whole heap of good too!

The point here is to understand that exercise can only
provide temporary relief. The only way to find permanent
relief from your suffering is to understand and address
flawed modes of thinking. And, just as physical exercise
benefits our bodies, mental skills leading to better modes
of thinking will bring enormous benefits to our minds.

The following quote sums it up in a nutshell:

“Thought can make you, thought can break you.” - Swami
Sukhabodhanada

Until next time.

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2005-11-14T17:32:00.000-08:00

The following article recommends a 7 day diet that I tried last year in which I lost 10 pounds. It is a pretty good diet and you don't miss any food or feel deprived like most fad diets. I ate 7 times a day. I had several family weddings to attend to last year,, and I am the big sister in the family so I didn't want to be standing beside my baby sister looking three times bigger than she was. I did only do it for a week and then went back to my regular balanced diet. One thing I did notice though was I had shrunk my stomach do to the fact I had smaller meals than I was used to and started to eat more often. It seemed to work. The hardest for me was to have cabbage soup for breakfast. Day one ,three and four I had fruit for breakfast but the other days it took some getting used to to have soup. It was already made and I just had to heat it up which before leaving for work which was a good time saver though.
I have read that this diet is so well known that hospitals use it as well. Doctors do recommend it, as long as it is only used as recommended.

Lose Weight Fast For A Special Occasion
Copyright 2005 Adam Waxler

If you have just a little weight to lose, and want to take
it off fast (say, so you can fit into those great pants for
your cousin's wedding), there are a number of diets that
you can use. Most of these wouldn't be recommended for
long-term weight loss, as they substantially restrict your
intake of some essential nutrients, so using them
habitually may not be healthy. But if you're normal diet is
healthy, and you just want a quick boost to drop 8-10
pounds quickly, or to kick off a new diet with a bang, the
Cabbage Soup Diet actually works.

The cabbage soup diet has been around for nearly 30 years.
It's based on the notion that your body actually uses more
calories to digest cabbage than the amount that it derives
from cabbage. It's a so-called 'negative calorie diet', and
includes many foods that, like cabbage, are high in fiber
and very low in calories.

The base of the cabbage soup diet is - what else? Cabbage
soup. There are several recipes for cabbage soup available.
Essentially, the soup is made with onions, peppers,
mushrooms, carrots, cabbage, celery and spices to taste.
You'll be eating the soup every day - as much of it as you
want.

In addition, there is a seven day routine of foods to
supplement the cabbage soup.

Day One: All the fruit you want (except bananas) along with
all the soup that you want. No caffeinated beverages or
sodas. Drink only water, tea and cranberry juice.

Day Two: Eat all the vegetables that you want, but avoid
dried beans, peas and corn. Eat veggies raw, fresh or
cooked. No fats, no sauces, no butter. At dinner, you may
have one baked potato with butter - and of course, all the
cabbage soup that you want!

Day Three: Eat all the fruits and veggies that you want
from day two and day three - but NO baked potato.

Day Four: Bananas and skim milk - yes, all the skim milk
you want, plus up to eight bananas, along with -- you
guessed it, all the cabbage soup you want.

Day Five: Eat ten to twenty ounces of beef (or skinless
chicken, or broiled fish). Drink at least 10 glasses of
water, and eat up to six fresh tomatoes. (if you substitute
for the beef today, you may not tomorrow)

Day Six: Eat all the beef, vegetables and cabbage soup that
you want. No baked potato. Lots of leafy green vegetables.

Day Seven: You can have all the unsweetened fruit juices,
brown rice, and vegetables that you want - and at least one
bowl of soup.

That's it. Remember - this diet is NOT recommended for long
term weight loss, or long term use. It doesn't contain
enough complex carbohydrates to be healthy for longer than
a few days. But if you just need a jump-start or a quick
fix, it's a good way to pick up the pace for a week.

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2005-11-13T13:42:00.000-08:00

I don't really have much to say on the topic of the following article I just wanted to post it because I didn't realize that cold sores affected so many people in todays world. It is nice to know though that with modern technology being the way it is today, that we have hope for cures for so many of the epidemics that are coming to light in these days.
Be thankful we don't live in the days of the plague. We no longer have to feel like all is lost. I realize that there are still enough diseases that we don't have a cure for yet, but in alot of cases we have at least something to postpone the end, to allow us to have a longer life. With the internet and the media we have the ability to spread our knowledge and help to make sure everyone is informed of any precautions, or assistance than can use to help their own chances of successful healthy living.

COLD SORES - A PANDEMIC?
Copyright 2005 drbodoh

Cold sores virus infects an incredible 89% of the world
population, the World Health Organization (W.H.O.)
estimates.

YES - and 67% of those infected with the cold sores virus
will have at least one cold sore event in the next 12
months.

And 47.5% of those folks will have multiple cold sores
episodes during that period.

Cold sores are one of our most contagious viruses - and one
of our oldest. Even in ancient Rome, an epidemic of cold
sores caused Emperor Tiberius to outlaw kissing in public
ceremonies.

As a global epidemic, or "pandemic", there is no better
example than cold sores.

NO - cold sores, unlike bird flu, aren't life threatening.
But, let's be frank, cold sores are hideous - and they're
painful. On top of that, cold sores cause flu like
symptoms such as fever and swollen lymph glands in a lot of
people.

Cold sores last 3 to 4 weeks on average - a long time for
you to be socially sidelined! They shout "I HAVE HERPES"
to the entire world.

And cold sores cost us money in lost days at work and
constant purchase of medications. Always hoping to finally
find something - ANYTHING - to stop our cold sores curse.

Check out these little known facts about cold sores - and
what you can do right now to get rid of your cold sores
problem.

Cold sores are caused by the reproductive cycle of a herpes
virus. There are currently 8 known human herpes viruses.
Of these, only 2 are a major cause of cold sores.

Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV1) is responsible for about
80% of facial cold sores - and about 20% of genital herpes
lesions. Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 (HSV2) causes about
20% of cold sores and 80% of genital herpes blisters.

HSV1 is most often referred to as the “cold sores virus”,
“fever blister virus” and “oral herpes” - and some others
that I can’t mention in a public article.

Cold sores virus may be latent (asleep) for weeks or years
in the nerve ganglia near the back of the jaw close to the
brain stem.

More specifically, the cold sores virus hides inside your
cells - making it very difficult for your body defenses to
locate and deal with them.

When your body’s defenses weaken, due to physical or
emotional stress, the cold sores virus leaves these cells,
travel down the nerve fibers, like a super-highway to the
lip or nose surface - to create cold sores.

There are 8 cold sore stages. The first is the latent
inactive stage. The next 7 cold sore stages are the ACTIVE
stages. From the first tingle to the last red spot, your
cold sores are extremely contagious.

Cold sores are most often spread by physical contact - but
can even be transmitted by coughing or sneezing during the
active stages of your cold sores.

Medical science is working around-the-clock to find a cure
for common cold sores. They’ve had a few minor
breakthroughs that may lead to some real solutions in the
next couple of years.

Basically medical scientists are approaching the cold sores
virus on 2 levels.

1. A VACCINE preventing you from actually contracting the
cold sores virus in the first place. One such vaccine is
currently being moved into human testing. Downside is - it
only works on people who have never been exposed to cold
sores virus. Since nearly everyone on the planet has been
exposed, it seems of very little value even if approved.
But it’s an encouraging move forward.

2. AN ANTI-VIRAL to kill the cold sore virus already in our
body. This is difficult since it has to find and kill the
virus without damaging the nerve cells they are hiding in.
The prescription anti-viral medications scientists have
come up with so far have not worked very well at all - at
least on cold sores virus.

Acyclovir, for example, is an anti-viral that’s being
promoted as a cold sores wonder drug. In real life
studies, however, a course of acyclovir only reduced cold
sores by 2 days. And it only worked for 47.8% in the
trials. No big deal here.

Acyclovir topical cream came in even worse - no noticeable
help at all. Medical scientists agree and have publicly
stated that the actives in acyclovir don't get through the
skin to the infection. Don't waste your money on this.

COLD SORES NATURAL SCIENCE TO THE RESCUE!

Did you know - medical knowledge has more than doubled in
the past 5 years alone? Worldwide internet communication
has made it possible.

More important - natural home remedies, such as effective
cold sores treatments, are coming in from all corners of
the globe.

In fact, many doctors are now advising their patients to
check out these natural remedies for cold sores.

Data studies have shown these natural remedies to reduce
suffering time of cold sores by an incredible 79% - plus
actually PREVENTING future cold sores from happening
altogether (they don't kill the cold sores virus - but they
do keep it inactive indefinitely).

If you're a cold sores victim, your best choice - fact is,
your ONLY choice today - is to buy and apply one of these
excellent natural remedies.

There are several solidly proven remedies for you to look
into on this site or other sites - and the best news is
they're available right now for your cold sores.

----------------------------------------------------
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and nutrition writer for 33 years. To learn more about
cold sores, fever blisters and oral herpes visit his
popular web site at:
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2005-11-12T14:44:00.000-08:00

This is yet another topic on health related issues. It is the winter season. The season where skin dries out and extra moisturizing is implemented.
My cousin has exzema which is worse in the winter time.She has big patches of flaking skin,rash and itchy pimple like things all up and down her outer arm. She is so irrated that she often can find no relief mentally or physically. My mother has it as well. Her hands gets all red with inflammation, and they crack open and bleed.
Her hands get so sore she can't even bend them let alone use them for work.
The worse I suffer from is scally cracked elbows. They get so sore and split that I can't bend them and rest them on my table as I so often do.
It occurred to me that there may be alot of others out there that could benefot from the helpful information found in the following article so I thought I would post it.

Living With the Discomfort of Psoriasis
Copyright 2005 Anne Wolski

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that is characterised
by scaling and inflammation of the skin. It most often
occurs on the elbows, knees, other parts of the legs,
scalp, lower back, face, palms, and soles of the feet, but
they can occur on skin anywhere on the body. The disease
may also affect the fingernails, the toenails, and the soft
tissues of the genitals and inside the mouth.

Psoriasis occurs when skin cells quickly rise from their
origin below the surface of the skin and pile up on the
surface before they have a chance to mature. In about
one-third of the cases, there is a family history of
psoriasis.

Approximately 30 percent of people with psoriasis
experience joint inflammation that produces symptoms of
arthritis. This condition is called psoriatic arthritis.

My own battle with this condtion began when I was in my
early twenties. The first signs were simply a reddening of
the elbows and knees. Of course, I took little notice of
this. However, it didn't take long before the scaly patches
appeared and began to spread to my knuckles, ankles and
some small areas on my lower legs. I tried several
moisturising lotions but nothing seemed to work. I then
sought the advice of my physician who diagnosed my
condition as Psoriasis.

So began a lifetime of applying corticosteroid creams and
coaltar lotions to the affected areas of my body. This is
usually the first type of treatment prescribed for the
condition.

At times, I experienced significant physical discomfort.
Itching and pain interfered with basic functions, such as
sleep. This in turn left me feeling constantly tired and
unable to cope with day-to-day chores, thus putting a
strain on my family relationships. I began to feel
self-conscious about my appearance and had a poor
self-image that stemmed from fear of public rejection.
Psychological distresses in turn lead to significant
depression and social isolation.

I noticed that there were times when my skin worsened, then
improveed. I found that several things caused flareups
including infections, stress, and changes in climate that
dry the skin. Also, certain medicines seemed to trigger an
outbreak or worsen the disease.

As the years progressed, so too did the disease. I
eventually had psoriasis on my knuckles, elbows, finger
joints, knees, lower legs, feet, and even the webbing of my
toes. I also had it in my scalp and a large area of my
lower back. I was miserable most of the time because of the
constant itching and discomfort.

I had tried every treatment that I heard of and had found
only minimal relief. By this time, I had virtually given up
hope that I would ever lead a normal life without this
affliction.

However, a few years ago, a friend convinced me to see a
naturopath. I didn’t expect much from him but he surprised
me. He advised me to try emu oil, something I hadn’t yet
tried. I took his advice and bought a bottle of emu oil
capsules which I took religiously. Within weeks, the scaly
patches had all but disappeared from my knuckles and lower
legs. By a couple of months, I had no outward signs of the
disease and, for the first time in many years, I felt
comfortable with my appearance. Because I was no longer
itching all of the time, my sleep patterns improved and so
did my ability to cope with life in general.

I took the full dose for about six months and then started
taking just one capsule per day as a maintenance dose. I
still take that every day and will do so for the rest of my
life.

So, for all of those who suffer from psoriasis or eczema,
take my advice. Give the emu oil a try. It certainly
improved my quality of life and I believe that the advice
given to me by that naturopath is the best advice I was
ever given.

Psoriasis is an incurable disease and, once you have it,
you will always have it. The point is that you don’t have
to let it rule your life. You can live relatively free of
this condition just by taking that one step.

----------------------------------------------------
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industry for more than 30 years. Go to
http://www.magnetic-helath-online.com to see many wonderful
health articles, many of them written by doctors and others
who have been involved in the health industry for many
years.

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2005-11-11T20:11:00.000-08:00

On a comical note the following article reminded me of an episode on t.v. of a show
I watch called "Yes, Dear". One of the wives had very sore feet every day when she came home from college and her husband had a phobia about rubbing feet. He bought her a top of the line foot massager bath which she promptly fell in love with. She enjoyed it so much she ended up spending an entire day in it. The husband upon finding out became jealous and decided to try to massage her feet for her. She hated it, but couldn't tell him. Finally she did and made him try it to see why she was so enthralled. It took one minute to win him over.

Benefits of Massage Recliners vs. a Massage Therapist
Copyright 2005 Wayne McDonald

After a long hard day at the office wouldn’t it be nice to
get a massage. Unfortunately you have to first find a
certified or licensed massage therapist. If you’re lucky
and happen to know someone or have a regular therapist you
work with, you still have to schedule an appointment. After
you call and set the time you’ll have to get back into your
car and drive to therapist’s office.

In today’s world most of us want instant gratification and
have limited time in our hectic life. If money was no
object most of us would get a massage every week, or
possibly two or three times a week.

Let me pause here for a moment. It is very ironic that I
would be writing an article about massage recliners because
I am a certified massage therapist. As a therapist my first
goal is to help the client get healthy. Sometimes I refer a
client to a chiropractor or to an acupuncturist that can
better serve the clients needs. The same is true about
massage recliners. With new technology massage recliners
have advanced beyond clunky massage rollers to high tech
massagers that can emulate the human touch.

There are many health benefits from a massage from a
trained therapist or a massage recliner. A trained massage
therapist knows how to get the kinks out of your back and
relieve the muscle tension from everyday stress. Massage
recliners have superior technology and do more than rub
your back. New models from Human Touch, iJoy, Panasonic and
Sanyo can also massage the legs, feet, arms and shoulders.

Health Benefits of Massage

* Improves lymphatic flow. The act of massaging and
kneading the muscles increases blood flow. Health benefits
are better circulation and absorption of nutritional
elements into the muscles and tissues. In addition,
kneading the muscles helps clear out toxins out of the
muscles.

* Decreases muscle tension and improves flexibility. Body
tension and stress causes the muscles to tighten and
shorten. Health benefits include loosening tight muscles
and restoring range and flexibility.

* Massage therapy produces the ‘feel good chemical’, the
same endorphins that are increased after working out at the
gym. This ‘feel good chemical’ helps speed recovery,
reduces pain and reduces anxiety.

Another benefit seldom discussed is clearer thinking. When
you are out of body pain and the range of motion is
restored to your neck, your mind can better concentrate on
your everyday tasks.

Rates for a massage therapist can range from $40 to $100
depending on the therapist’s level of training and the city
they are located in. Massage recliners are not cheap and
can cost thousands of dollars. But over time, a massage
recliner can pay for itself and provide many health
benefits. Other considerations of cost savings are other
family members using the massage recliner. In addition,
some massage recliners are very stylish and are a handsome
addition to any home décor.

Another benefit of a massage recliner is the fact it is a
recliner chair. Anybody who has ever sat in a recliner
knows how comfortable it is. Even if you do not activate
the features of the massage recliner, the recliner itself
has health benefits. The simple act of just sitting in a
comfortable chair relaxes your body and eases body tension.

It’s your choice. Buy a massage recliner or call a massage
therapist. Either one that you choose will have many health
benefits. To make your buying decision easy I’d suggest
scheduling two or three appointments with a certified or
licensed massage therapist. Then try several brands and
models of massage recliners to compare results.

----------------------------------------------------
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2005-11-10T15:28:00.000-08:00

Now I know on this site I try to keep everything to subjects that pertain to weight management, but I also would like to keep you informed on health related issues as well.
The following article came across my desk today and when I read through it, frankly, I got chills down my spine. Coming from Toronto, Ontario I was there the years we had the SARS alert. It was quite chaotic for a few weeks there. I had to go into the hospital for day surgery during that time and I had to go in alone, have a huge mask covering most of my face(I could hardly even see over it), and had to wash my hands with special cleansing solution. It was a scary time. Everyone was so paranoid they would hardly leave their homes. We made it through and we all moved on with our lives. But the next epidemic could be right around the corner. Are we prepared? Can we prepare? How safe do you feel?

Bird Flu
Copyright 2005 Andrew Cavanagh

Bird flu could be the greatest threat to modern
civilization and the world is poorly prepared for a bird
flu pandemic. The rapid spread of the bird flu virus
raises the question: what can we do to protect ourselves if
a bird flu pandemic strikes?

A potential bird flu pandemic can't be taken lightly.

By taking samples from lungs of exhumed victims researchers
at the USA Centers For Disease Control confirmed the 1918
Spanish flu was also a bird flu. Alarming news because the
Spanish flu pandemic was a global catastrophe infecting
approximately one quarter of the United States and one
fifth of the world.

From 20 million to 50 million people died from this 1918
Spanish “bird” flu and most of the victims were aged from
20 to 40 years . This pattern is unusual because influenza
normally kills the sick, elderly and young children.

At the height of the Spanish bird flu funerals were limited
to 15 minutes, there was a chronic shortage of coffins and
gravediggers and stores were forbidden to hold sales.

It seems that a mutated bird flu like the 1918 Spanish
“bird flu” is particularly dangerous because human
populations haven't had the chance to develop a resistance
to a virus that is normally limited to birds.

Worse still, effects of a bird flu outbreak are not just
limited to disease and death. The outbreak of SARS in Hong
Kong demonstrated in stark terms that commerce can be shut
down in an area suffering cases of a deadly infectious
disease.

If a wide scale bird flu pandemic were to break out in the
western world we could see cities gripped with fear as Hong
Kong was for that short period with SARS in 2003. Empty
shops, empty streets and commerce grinding to a halt.

Dr Michael Osterholm, epidemiologist at the University of
Minnesota called a potential bird flu pandemic “The single
greatest risk to our world today.”

David Nabaro from UN health predicted from 5 to 150 million
people could die worldwide if the bird flu virus mutates to
a human to human virus.

Britain's chief medical officer Sir Liam Donaldson said it
wasn't a question of IF a virus pandemic like the bird flu
would hit human populations but WHEN.

Sir Liam also pointed out a vaccine for a human to human
bird flu virus can't be produced until the virus mutates
and a bird flu vaccine may not be effective even after one
can be produced.

The Asian flu pandemic of 1957 demonstrated how difficult
it is to vaccinate against a rapidly mutating widespread
influenza virus. Despite prior warning and despite a
vaccine being developed quite rapidly the 1957 Asian flu
spread to the United States where it killed 70,000 people.

Health authorities have difficulty producing and
administering vaccines quickly enough to fight a virus.
Also the rapidly mutating nature of influenza viruses means
many vaccines provide very limited protection.

Anti-viral drugs are a more recent development in the fight
against respiratory viruses like the bird flu and
governments in the western world have begun stockpiling the
anti-viral drug tamiflu as part of a bird flu protection
plan. But in a bird flu pandemic tamiflu may not be as
effective as authorities would hope.

In an unsettling development for health authorities
tamilflu resistant strains of the bird flu are appearing.
Recently a vietnamese girl was diagnosed with a tamiflu
resistant strain of bird flu and in China the bird flu
strain H5N1 is showing around 70% resistance to adamatane
drugs like tamiflu.

Other anti-viral drugs like Relenza may be more effective
if a bird flu pandemic strikes but until the bird flu
mutates to a human to human virus we can't be certain which
drug – if any - will provide a pharmaceutical first line of
bird flu defense.

On the lighter side of bird flu prevention sales of
sauerkraut in 54 Twin Cities stores in the USA spiked 840%
after an inconclusive and tiny study by Korean researchers
found the bacteria in fermented greens might speed the
recovery of chickens infected with the bird flu.

People more interested in a little more serious bird flu
protection than fermented cabbage might heed the one
consistent recommendation from health authorities across
the world to reduce your chance of catching the bird flu
virus.

Over 90% of respiratory viruses like the bird flu enter
your body through contact between the mucous membranes of
your eyes and nose and your fingernails. They hitchhike
their way into your body after being picked up on your
hands.

In a World Health Organization news conference WHO Global
Influenza Program leader Klaus Stohr said frequent hand
washing was the best way to avoid a viral infection
including the bird flu.

Every government health authority in the western world
recommends hand washing as a basic precaution to prevent
respiratory viruses like the bird flu, SARS, influenza and
the common cold.

But washing your hands effectively is not quite as simple
as it may seem on the surface. Technique is important as
is the soap you use.

Antibacterial soaps are NOT recommended for regular hand
washing even for health professionals.

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common cold and other viruses and bacteria download the
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Mesothelioma

2005-11-09T15:37:00.000-08:00

It is getting sooo cold outside these days. They are threatening snow for us here in Ontario, Canada tomorrow. Although I have a girlfriend in Alberta who has had snow for a few weeks.
What do we do when the cold weather hits? Well, I know what I do. Buy a big container of hot chocolate powder and a big bag of mini marshmallows for the chilly nights to come. Junk food somehow finds it's way into my cupboards, cause you never know when you might get snowed in and need supplies right?! The slippers and thick socks come out, and that extra thick furry blanket gets thrown on the couch.
Are you like me and gain weight every winter regardless? I don't eat any different than usual, and I don't really excercise any less(just trade my 20 min walk outside into a 20 min ride on the stationary bike), so why the extra 5-7 pounds at the end of winter? And unlike the snow that turns into thaw, those pounds don't just melt away. I think there is a correlation to the lack of sun, hence affecting the psychological aspects of the personality, turning our emotions into fat deposits.
The following article is another type of weight management procedure you may want to try throughout this winter. I am a big mashed potato fan so the part about adding the chicken and broccoli(other favorites)to make an allowable meal was good to read.

The Glycemic Index: Key To Weight Loss Or Just Another Diet Gimmick?
Copyright 2005 Tom Venuto

The glycemic index (GI) is a scale that measures how
quickly carbohydrate foods are broken down into glucose.
The original purpose for the glycemic index was to help
diabetics keep their blood sugar under control. The
glycemic index has recently attracted a lot of attention in
the bodybuilding, fitness and weight loss world and has
even become the central theme in numerous best-selling diet
books as a method to choose the foods that are best for
losing weight.

According to advocates of the glycemic index system, foods
that are high on the GI scale such as rice cakes, carrots,
potatoes, or grape juice are "unfavorable" and should be
avoided because high GI foods are absorbed quickly, raise
blood sugar rapidly and are therefore more likely to
convert to fat or cause health problems.

Instead, we are urged to consume carbohydrates that are low
on the GI scale such as black eye peas, old fashioned
oatmeal, peanuts, apples and beans because they do not
raise blood sugar as rapidly.

While the GI does have some useful applications, such as
the use of high GI foods or drinks for post workout
nutrition and the strong emphasis on low GI foods for those
with blood sugar regulation problems, there are flaws in
strictly using the glycemic index as your only criteria to
choose carbs on a weight loss program.

For example, the glycemic index is based on eating
carbohydrates by themselves in a fasted state. If you are
following effective principles of fat-burning and muscle
building nutrition, you should be eating small, frequent
meals to increase your energy, maintain lean body mass and
optimize metabolism for fat loss. However, since the
glycemic index of various foods was developed based on
eating each food in the fasted state, the glycemic index
loses some of its significance.

In addition, when you are on a diet program aimed at
improving body composition (losing fat or gaining muscle),
you will usually be combining carbs and protein together
with each meal for the purposes of improving your fat to
muscle ratio. When carbs are eaten in mixed meals that
contain protein and some fat, the glycemic index loses even
more of its significance because the protein and fat slows
the absorption of the carbohydrates (as does fiber).

Mashed potatoes have a glycemic index near that of pure
glucose, but combine the potatoes with a chicken breast and
broccoli and the glycemic index of the entire meal is lower
than the potatoes by itself.

Rice cakes have a very high glycemic index, but if you were
to put a couple tablespoons of peanut butter on them, the
fat would slow the absorption of the carbs, thereby
lowering the glycemic index of the combination.

A far more important and relevant criteria for selecting
carbs - as well as all your other foods, proteins and fats
included - is whether they are natural or processed. To say
that a healthy person with no metabolic disorders should
completely avoid natural, unprocessed foods like carrots or
potatoes simply because they are high on the glycemic index
is ridiculous.

I know many bodybuilders (myself included) who eat high
glycemic index foods such as white potatoes every day right
up until the day of a competition and they reach single
digit body fat. How do they do it if high GI foods “make
you fat?” It’s simple – high GI foods DON’T necessarily
make you fat – choosing natural foods and burning more
calories than you consume are far more important factors.
Although it’s not correct to say that all calories are
created equal, a calorie deficit is the most important
factor of all when fat loss is your goal.

The glycemic index is clearly not a "gimmick" and should
not be completely disregarded, as it is a definitely a
legitimate nutritional tool. Is it a good idea to eat low
GI foods in general? Sure. Is eating high GI foods after
your workouts a good idea? Absolutely. But diet programs
which hang their hats on glycemic index alone as the
“miracle solution” are just another example of how one
single aspect of nutrition can be used as a "hook" in
marketing and said to be the "end all be all" of fat loss,
when it's really only one small piece of the puzzle.

Eating Low glycemic index foods alone does NOT guarantee
you will lose fat. You have to take in the bigger picture,
which includes calories/energy balance, meal timing and
frequency, macronutrient composition, choice of processed
versus refined foods as well as how all these nutritional
factors interact with your exercise program.

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Tom Venuto is a certified personal trainer, natural
bodybuilder and author of the #1 best selling diet e-book,
"Burn the Fat, Feed The Muscle. You can get info on Tom's
e-book at http://www.burnthefat.com To get Tom's free
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Mesothelioma

2005-11-08T16:54:00.000-08:00

I have a sit down job. I am sitting in a chair cramped for 7.5 hrs a day. I get 2 breaks and that is it. Then I come home and I sit on my couch and turn on my laptop to work, while I watch hour after hour of t.v. I do try to get my regular 20 minute walk for exercise during the day, but there is a lot of down time in which I could incur some damages to my circulation.
Alot of us have inactive jobs and find ourselves being immobile for too long throughout our days, day in and day out. Are we aware of the risks and dangers involved in our inert lives?
The following article should open our eyes to allow us to see how we are harming ourselves. The exercise tips can be done at your desk and very simple to implement.

The Dangers of Deep Vein Thrombosis
Copyright 2005 Anne Wolski

A deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot developing in a deep
vein, usually in the leg. They also can occur in other
parts of the body. Blood clots in the veins in the thigh
are usually more serious than blood clots that happen in
veins in your lower leg. A DVT causes pain, and possible
complications if it reaches the lungs. If a clot in a vein
breaks off and travels through your bloodstream, it can
lodge in your lung. This is called a pulmonary embolism
which is a very serious condition that can cause death.

DVTs are known to occur in about 1 out of 1000 people in
the general population from all causes. DVTs are more
common in obese people and those aged over 40. Causes
include long-distance air travel and long journeys by car,
train or coach, because of prolonged immobility.

Symptoms of Deep vein thrombosis include: Swelling of the
leg; Pain or tenderness in the leg-the pain is usually in
one leg and may only be present when standing or walking ;
Feeling of increased warmth in the area of the leg that is
swollen or that hurts ; Red or discolored skin.

The main goals in treating deep vein thrombosis are to:
Stop the clot from getting bigger; Prevent the clot from
breaking off in your vein and moving to your lungs ; Reduce
your chance of having another blood clot.

Exercising the legs once an hour can reduce risk. Take
regular breaks if driving, or walk up and down the coach,
train or plane aisle.

Lower leg muscles can be exercised while sitting by pulling
the toes towards the knees then relaxing, or by pressing
the balls of the feet down while raising the heels.

Other preventative measures include: Avoid sleeping pills.
These cause immobility, increasing the risk of DVT; Wear
loose clothing; Keep legs uncrossed.; Keep hydrated by
drinking.; Avoid alcohol to prevent dehydration. ; Wear
graduated compression stockings or socks – particularly
important for travelers with other DVT risk factors.
Compression stockings are worn on the legs from the arch of
the foot to just above or below the knee. These stockings
are tight at the ankle and become looser as they go up the
leg. This causes a gentle compression (or pressure) up your
leg. They have some side effects: They can be uncomfortable
when worn all day They can be hot They may be difficult to
put on, especially for older adults and overweight people.

Some doctors recommend aspirin because of its blood
thinning effects. This is unsuitable for children and can
have side effects, so seek professional advice.

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Anne Wolski has worked within the health and welfare
industry for more than 30 years. Go to
http://www.magnetic-health-online.com to see many wonderful
health articles, many of them written by doctors and others
who have been involved in the health industry for many
years.

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Mesothelioma

2005-11-07T13:17:00.000-08:00

My parents have a dehydrator. What is so cool about one of those is the amount of food that fits in it. When I was a child, I used to hate it though. My dad would buy bushels and bushels of apples, tomatoes, and pears. I would have to spend hours peeling and cutting and laying them out on the trays. The best fruit to dry in one of those is watermelon. Mmmm, good, tastes like candy but perfectly fat free and totally healthy. The fall time is the best time to invest in one of these. Get all the fruits and veggies while they are still cheap enough. Then when the winter kicks in you have all your veggies and dried fruit in the cupboard. When you are munching on some yummy, sweet healthy snacks it is well worth the work put in. (my parents have their own pear tree in the back now, and i go over on purpose to work so i can have some free food!)
If you are interested in purchasing a dehydrator you should go check out this site:
http://www.food-dehydrator-store.com/Excalibur-
Here is another Real Age tip for you today
Gather as a family and dish up conversation along with food. Making family meals a daily habit that children look forward to helps them develop healthier attitudes about food and resist destructive weight-loss behaviors.

Keep mealtimes interesting by starting with a joke or ending with a riddle or brainteaser to solve by the next meal. At dinner, have everyone share a story of something that went well or not so well that day. This routine helps build stronger family relationships and foster healthy child development.

RealAge Projection: As an adult, eating a diverse diet that is low in calories and high in nutrients can make your RealAge as much as 4 years younger.

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Mesothelioma

2005-11-06T15:16:00.000-08:00

If you fall sick, do you know how long it normally takes you to get well again? That all depends on your immune system. Having a healthy immune system doesn't always necessarily mean you will never get sick, but it does determine how long you may be down and out. Supplying your body with proper nutrients, vitamins, and supplements are only one aspect of keeping your immune system in tip top shape. Proper exercise, sleep, and reducing your stress all contribute to the over all.
I received this email the other day and I thought I would share it with you.

In August 13, 2005, the Shaklee Corporation launched an exclusive supplement that increases the production of your body's natural interferon, a key influencer in your immune system activity. NurtiFeron is a powerful, all-natural, breaththrough in immune system science. It is a patented and clinically proven blend of immune-strengthening plant extracts.

Dr. Yasuhiko Kojima, the immunologist who discovered the presence of natural interferon in the human body, committed 40 years of his scientific life to developing this all-natural supplement which supports the body’s ability to produce interferon. The Shaklee Corporation subsequently acquired the exclusive, worldwide rights to Dr. Kojima's natural formula: "NutriFeron" (no other company can produce or sell this product). Clinical studies show that NurtriFeron has been proven to support and stimulate the natural immune response. NutriFeron is NOT a “drug”, instead it actually stimulates and optimizes your body’s natural immune response against environmental irritants and airborne pollutants.*

According to the Scientific Community, the greatest health concern of the 21st century is ‘Immune Health’. Global Travel now jets pathogens around the globe at record speed (like SARS for example) and modern diets and lifestyle (stress) challenge our immune systems everyday. NutriFeron provides us with a daily defense by rapidly activating your immune system and mobilizing your natural immunity “search-and-destroy” teams. To learn more about the role of interferon and your immune system please take a look at http://www.naturalinterferon.com

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Mesothelioma

2005-11-05T16:32:00.000-08:00

I have just found the perfect dessert. I went over to my friend Joanna's house today for our usual coffee and yatzee session. (yes, I am a geek. I love the game of yatzee)She handed me this fine looking piece of banana bread and told me to taste it. I didn't see why she was so enthused about it. It looked just like any other normal banana bread I have tried. Well I took my first bite and realized that I had jumped to conclusions. This bread was delightful. It melted in your mouth on contact. No need for margarine or butter.Just the perfect amount of vanilla flavour blending in with the banana.
Then Joanna handed me the packaging. No trans fat, only 115 calories per mini loaf(so I had to ask for another one), and sugar was not in the top 5 listed ingredients!
Only one problem. It was a relatively new and small business so the owner only has one shop in Toronto and I no longer live there. I go there once a month to visit my parents though, so now I have somewhere to go to pick up a treat. I should advertise for her(the owner) and collect some orders in Belleville to bring back. When I could get enough people interested maybe she would open a small shop in Belleville. Just a thought.
It goes to show you that not all healthy food tastes like sawdust. We used to believe that if food tastes awful then it must be good for you. Not true.
So, don't give up on your journey for delicious tasting healthy foods. They are out there to be found.

8 Great Reasons to Stay Active

If you're like most people, you start exercising with one or two goals in mind: losing weight, or shaping up. But there are many more benefits:

People who exercise live longer, on average, than people who don't.

Active people have a lower risk of dying from heart disease and stroke, and they're less likely to get high blood pressure.

The more active you are, the lower your risk of colon cancer.

The less active you are, the higher your risk of getting type 2 diabetes. If you already have type 2 diabetes, exercise can lower your blood sugar levels.

In people with arthritis, moderate exercise helps reduce joint swelling and pain and improves mobility.

Strength-building exercise helps counter bone loss (osteoporosis).

Exercise makes you "functionally fit," meaning that it's easier for you to carry groceries, do chores, and independently perform many other activities of daily life.

Because of the calming effect of exercise, active people are less depressed, and depressed people often feel better after they start exercising.
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Mesothelioma

2005-11-04T12:47:00.000-08:00

I have been on a different eating schedule since I started my new job a few weeks ago. One thing I have noticed is that the lack of eating after 8pm really does make a difference on how your body's metabolism can function. I am hungry in the morning, which is new for me,thus making me have breakfast on a daily basis. Due to eating in the morning I am not famished at lunch providing me the ability to just eat soup and a bun, with a piece of fruit. I am finished work early enough to get some exercise in which revs me up for preparing a fully balanced dinner at night. I have been taking the extra few minutes to make a salad or chop up a variety of veggies instead of just grabbing some prepackaged frozen ones. I have gone and chopped up vegetables like celery and carrots which I am not crazy about, and put them in some pickle juice to soak. It seems to be doing the trick in getting me to have healthy snacks that appeal to my taste buds and aren't bland.
The following article talks about investing in yourself and your health for the long haul to make sure you reap the best rewards with your greatest asset.

Your Biggest Investment - Exercise!
Copyright 2005 MHG Consulting

The old saying, if you don't do it now it will catch up
with you later". Okay, I just made that up :o) But truer
words were never uttered than about our lack of exercise
and a fitness program. It is really a life or death
situation. What if a trusted friend were to tell you about
an investment where you could not possibly go wrong...what
would be your reaction? And what if there was a virtual
mountain of credible information that supported the
investment claims...wouldn't you be inclined to take
advantage of the opportunity and not miss out on the
rewards? Although the answer to these questions seems
apparent, when it comes to investing in our health and
quality of life we often choose to ignore what obviously
works. Take for example, exercise...

Physical fitness may be the ultimate investment
opportunity. Think of it this way. If you are willing to
make the commitment (investment), you will feel and look
healthier, have an abundance of energy, be more
self-confident, more productive and discover a more joyous
and fulfilling life. These are rewards that money cannot
buy and the substance of high quality living. And, the
investment of exercise becomes even more attractive when
you consider that there is absolutely no down-side risk.
You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. How much
better can it get? How many times can you remember ever
having a better offer? The honest answer is probably never,
and yet many of us fail to act on this extraordinary
opportunity. We simply choose to procrastinate or ignore
the proven benefits of exercise!

Here are a few reasons that sometimes inhibit our
willingness to "step out" and make a change or take a
chance:

- Sometimes our vision gets clouded. We lose tract of what
is really important. Forget about the less important
activities that tend to clutter our daily routine and focus
on exactly what needs to be accomplished to reach your goal.

- Looking at the "big" picture can seem overwhelming. And
the bigger the task, the more overwhelming it can seem.
Break the task apart into smaller pieces. If you want to
lose 50 pounds try losing 10 pounds and repeat the process
five times! Need to start an exercise program? Begin with
short, simple exercises and then slowly expand your
routine. Don't exercise too hard when first starting-out or
you will become stiff, tired, disillusioned and soon quit.

- Have you ever not wanted to start something for fear of
failure? Take the first step, acknowledge the fear and the
next step will come easier. Once fears are acknowledged,
they usually quiet down.

- Sometimes we start to think that a task is unpleasant or
boring. Just like any other activity, this can also be true
for exercise. There are days when we just plain lack the
enthusiasm and motivation to continue. It's part of human
nature. On days like these focus on 'why' you are doing it.
Think about all the people you care about and who may need
and rely on you. What would happen if you became ill or
disabled and was unable to work for a period of time, or
worse, if you were out of the picture completely. How would
things change? If something happened tomorrow, how would
your family or business manage without you? What do you
want your life to be like in the future? There are many
tasks or chores we do, that we may not like, but are
necessary to live a happen and productive life. Focus on
the bigger picture.

- Indecision can be defeating, but doing "anything" is
better than doing nothing. There are no wrong choices and
very few choices that can't be undone or done again. Can't
decide on a particular exercise program or routine? Pick a
few exercises and start with something simple. If you don't
like it, go on to the next exercise.

- When you lack the confidence to start something new, take
a deep breath and try to figure out why. Are you hesitating
because you really lack the skill or is it just imagined?
If it's real, try to find out where to gain the skills you
need or find someone with the right skills who can help. In
the case of exercise, finding a qualified personal fitness
trainer can sometimes do the trick, but be wary...some
PFT's are overzealous and tend to start newcomers on
programs that are too strenuous.

- Life just seems too busy to find time for some
activities. Large, uninterrupted chunks of time are very
hard to come by. And if we're honest, when they do come,
we'd rather do something totally pleasurable! Exercise has
to become part of your routine. It can't be an option. Make
it a high priority just the same as your career, and other
areas of interest. You will be surprised at how easy
exercise becomes when approached this way!

- Have you ever subconsciously (or otherwise) invited
distractions so that you have a "good" reason not to get
something done? Sometimes it's the simple things like
answering the phone or sitting down to watch that "one" TV
program, that distract us. When you find yourself doing
this, take control of the situation and make a conscious
decision to do what you are avoiding.

To reap the benefits of exercise, or any other health
related endeavor, you must agree to become a willing
participant. This will require due diligence on your part.
And remember, as you embark on your mission you are
investing in something near and dear to your own
heart...your life and a future of healthy living.

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Mesothelioma

2005-11-03T17:41:00.000-08:00

If you have been reading enough about weight lose and management it all starts to look the same. So why should we keep reading? For me it is the style of the writer along with the helpful tips they may provide. You tend to retain information if it is delivered to you in a colourful way you can relate with.
On one of my other sites http://kadebescatchofgoodies.blogspot.com I discussed how marketing and big sales often have the best results when the salesperson invokes an emotion of one form or another. It is true for this theory of losing weight and reviewing information that may not be quite so unique as well.
The following article I found to be an enjoyable read.

4 Crazy Things You Must Do To Lose Weight
Copyright 2005 Adrian Bryant

1. Start Eating a Lot More!

That’s right, you read it correctly…YOU MUST EAT MORE—A
whole lot more than you’re eating right now. You have to
eat 5-7 meals a day to fire up your metabolism to lose
weight.

Your body needs a constant supply of energy to burn fat,
and if you don’t eat a meal every two or three hours…Your
metabolism will become so slow that you’ll gain weight just
by looking at food.

The sooner you start eating more…the sooner you’ll be able
to eat the foods you like without worrying about gaining
weight.

Now I don’t mean for you to eat 5 large dinner sized meals
everyday. You should try to eat 5-7 smaller 250 – 400
calorie meals every 2-3 hours.

2. Start Playing Golf.

Before you say “what the heck does golf have to do with me
losing weight”…Let me explain.

People always tell me that they don’t have time to
exercise, their too tired to exercise, or they don’t feel
like exercising.

But they always find time to have fun. Look, you don’t
have to get on a treadmill everyday, take aerobics, or swim
laps to lose weight….

…you can lose weight playing golf, playing with your kids,
and you can even go to the mall shopping.

What do all those things have in common? They’re all
things that involve you moving around just enough to burn
fat. Notice that TV, reading, and sleeping weren’t one of
the things I mentioned.

Think about it…If you went shopping at your local mall
everyday you could easily lose 1-2 lbs. a week just by
walking around the mall a couple of times (That’s of course
if you don’t make too many trips to the food court).

What about playing golf (without the cart), racquetball, or
going out dancing everyday? That’s an easy (fun) weight
loss of about 2 lbs a week right there.

Try to find something that you like to do that gets you up
off you’re butt and do it everyday for at least 30 minutes
(The longer the more fat you’ll burn).

3. Stop Losing Weight and Start Burning Fat.

If you want to lose weight… just go on a diet, sit in a
steam room for a couple of hours, or take some side-effect
infested weight loss pill.

If you want to look better as you lose weight…then you need
to focus on burning fat.

Diets, steam rooms, and pills cause you to lose muscle and
water weight. Losing muscle not only makes you look worse
but it also lowers your metabolism making it easier for you
to gain weight.

Have you ever noticed the people who lose weight on these
“lose 30lbs in 8 days” programs still have flabby arms, a
saggy butt, and pot belly? The reason why is that these
programs tend to help people lose more good-looking muscle
than ugly body fat.

Steam rooms cause you to lose water weight which you’ll
gain back after you drink a couple glasses of water.

The best way to focus on burning fat is to lose no more
than 2lbs a week. If you lose more than 2lbs a week you
will only start to lose muscle and water.

A basic beginner’s fat loss plan would be to eat more and
play golf everyday (please see the first two things you
must do to lose weight).

4. Just Keep on Saying SO THAT

First, ask yourself Why you want to lose weight and after
you come up with a reason why just keep on saying SO THAT.

For example—Why Do you want to lose weight

* I want to lose weight to look better SO THAT…

* I can feel more confident about myself SO THAT…

* I can be the best looking person at my high school
reunion SO THAT…

* I can see the surprised looks on the faces of my
classmates SO THAT …

* I may be able to go on a date with the person I had a
crush on in high school

Can you see what’s happening here? The more times you say
SO THAT the more and more motivated you’ll become to lose
weight. I don’t know about you but if you can come up with
at least three SO THATS nothing will stop you from losing
weight.

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Mesothelioma

2005-11-02T13:37:00.000-08:00

I recently started a new job at a huge call centre here in Belleville. There is a full work out gym on one floor that seems to attract all sorts of attention. An extra bonus is it is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week since the call centre is open all the time. As well since the centre is so large it is a 30 minute walk around it.
There are sets of stairs all over the building with my office being on the top floor.
I decided I would stay away from the elevators and count how many stairs I climbed a day. The smoking section is down on the main floor and on the opposite side of the building so that is a ten minute walk.(one bad habit to kick at a time, ok?)
Total today, I climbed 120 stairs, walked for 30 minutes, and as an extra benefit due to less time,I only had 3 cigarettes. For lunch I had a cucumber, a bowl of broccoli soup, and the only splurging I did was a garlic cheese bun.
I have finally decided to keep track of what I am eating with a diet journal. It has been recommended by all the experts, yet I never really wanted to get into it. I guess I was afraid to really see how much junk I was ingesting. The first day I recorded(no cheating)I was shocked to see that I had consumed 2500 calories and over 20 grams of fat. Ouch!!!!
I had never taken the time to calculate every morsel of food I dared to put into my mouth. I was appalled actually. I have been on a leave of absence from work for the last 2 months. I have also gained a pound a week so the scale informed me yesterday. It is 3500 for every calorie gain. Wow. Could I have really slacked off that much?
My daily walks amoounted to nothing.
Needless to say my grocery list for tomorrow has been revised. It is never to late to get back on track. It may be hard, let me rephrase that; it Will be hard, but I know I am doing myself more of an injustice by allowing myself to behave this way and cater to my bad food cravings/whims than anything else. Live long and stay strong!!! My new motto.
So, if you have recently fallen off the wagon, take heart(put those halloween candies away!),take a deep breath, chase those negative thoughts away and smile. Tomorrow is a brand new day.

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Mesothelioma

2005-11-01T17:08:00.000-08:00

One of my sisters takes over fourteen pills a day. Vitamins, medications, and nutritional supplements. Her bathroom looks like a pharmacy. It is good to check through though when you are wondering what you may nned to take though. She has become an expert in the field.
I was taking the shakes as a nutritional supplement a few years back. But my blender broke and I no longer could blend them smooth enough to swallow down regardless of the health benefits.
Now there are so many differnet types of nutrional supplements on the market. In our busy schedules we may not eat as well as we should. Nutritional supplements may be the answer.
The following article may help you clear up some concerns regarding whether your health could benefit from a nutriotional supplement.

Why You Should Take Nutritional Supplements
Copyright 2005 Wesley Atkins

Few things have been as controversial as nutritional
supplements have been recently. Depending on who you
listen to, they are either the answer to any problem you
have or they are the devil incarnate. The truth about
nutritional supplements, though, is really somewhere in
between.

Nutritional supplements are more widely used now than in
other time in history. This is because many people have
turned to nutritional supplements in order to fill the gaps
in what they know to be unhealthy diets that don’t meet the
minimum daily requirements for many, many necessary
vitamins and minerals. Others have turned to nutritional
supplements in order to enhance everything from their
workout regimes to their memory and mental functions.

Considering the controversy over whether it’s safe to take
nutritional supplements or not, you probably wonder just
what you can really expect from taking nutritional
supplements. Do they have any real benefit?

The fact is that taking nutritional supplements in their
recommended dosages is extremely helpful for everyone from
infants to elderly people. The methods used to grow and
process our foods have changed drastically in the last 100
years. In many cases, this means that the food itself is
deficient in many essential, basic vitamins and minerals.

Add that to the fact that people are so time-starved today
that many of us practically live on meals out of paper bags
makes taking nutritional supplements almost mandatory.
Taking vitamins and other nutritional supplements is a good
way to be certain you get all the proper vitamins and
minerals you need daily.

However, nutritional supplements should never be used as a
substitute for a good diet. Eating at least three (and
many experts recommend five) well-balanced meals and two
well-balanced snacks per day is still the best way to be
sure you’re getting all the vitamins and minerals your body
needs to stay fit and healthy. Adding nutritional
supplements to good eating habits simply goes the extra
mile to see that you’re getting all the nutrients that your
body needs each day.

There are many high-quality multi-vitamins available at
your local drugstores, as well as through many online
sources. The key thing to remember when you decide to take
(and you should!) nutritional supplements of any kind is to
take them only as directed. Those directions are put on
the bottles and packages for a reason—to ensure the
vitamins and other herbal supplements are taken correctly.

This is vital for any nutritional supplement you take to be
both as safe and effective as it should be. Too high doses
of anything can cause side effects you aren’t expecting and
don’t want. When you take more of any vitamin or
nutritional supplement than the manufacturer recommends you
take daily, then you run the risk of taking more than your
body can effectively and safely process in a twenty-four
hour period of time. Any risk of taking too much or of
unwanted side effects is slight, though, for nutritional
supplements when they’re taken as directed. Even slightly
higher dosages, in most cases, will have few side effects
because your kidneys will flush them from your system,
which keeps your body from absorbing too much of any one
vitamin or mineral. Still, to be totally safe, take
nutritional supplements exactly as instructed.

If you’re still uncertain as to whether you should take a
nutritional supplement each day, ask for your doctor’s
advice. This is particularly true if you’re on any
prescribed medications. It is possible for some
supplements to decrease the efficiency of some prescribed
medicines and to interact with them, causing unwanted side
effects. However, despite many news headlines you may have
read, this is rare, especially when nutritional supplements
are taken as directed.

Taken properly, nutritional supplements are an excellent
way to ensure your body has all it needs to be healthy.
Just be sure to use them to supplement, not substitute for,
a good healthy diet.

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Wesley Atkins is a fitness and nutrition coach and owner of
http://www.nutritional-supplements-advisor.com which aims
to cut through the hype of supplements and gives you the
facts on each. He is also a successful author of “The Low
GI Diet Breakthrough” ebook available at:
http://www.lowgodietbreakthrough.com

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Mesothelioma

2005-10-31T14:43:00.000-08:00

I have tried countless weight loss remedies on the market in the last 15 years. As each year passes new products come out on the market every day.
I was always upset when after the first ten pounds is shed, either the pounds come back on two fold or no more weight is lost. I was thinking of the loss of money and the feeling of being scammed yet once again.
It wasn't until I read the following article that I realized the health risk can be far greater than the loss of a few bucks.
It made me think about the commercials that are on t.v. once in awhile. Like the acid reflux commercial with the purple pill. It promises to ease your troubles, and then lists all the side effects that make your skin crawl just hearing them. Sure they have to list the side effects and I realize that they are stating that they could happen and not necessarily will happen to you, but how could any ailment be so bad that one would risk the chance of trying the medication to trade it for worse side effects?

I think the following article will shed some light on a few misconceptions we may have. I never realized that something such as an herbal remedy or a "natural" product could be hazardous to your health if you are currently ingesting other supplements or medications. Make sure you are informed before you decide to take your next option towards weight maintenance.

Dangerous Weight Loss Methods
Copyright 2005 Adam Waxler

We’re all looking for that magic pill. You know - the one
that we can take and lose weight without really trying!

What would you give up to be skinny? How about your health?
Well, some of the methods of weight loss may cost you
exactly that. Before you decide that the way to lose weight
is to follow one of the below regimens, take a second look.
Do your research and be sure that you understand the risks.

Are you considering one of these dangerous weight loss
methods?

*Prescription diet pills

Amphetamines are available only by prescription, and most
doctors are leery of handing them out these days. While
they do suppress appetite, you learn nothing about healthy
eating, you don’t change your eating habits, and you are
likely to gain the weight back the moment you stop taking
them. In addition, they can be habit forming. The side
effects include high blood pressure, heart arrhythmia,
sleeplessness, hallucinations and delusions.

*Ephedra

This all natural Asian herb is found in many herbal
remedies and weight loss powders. It has a powerful
appetite suppressant effect, but has been implicated in
over 70 deaths.

*Phentermine Fenfluramine-phentermine (fen-phen)

Fen-phen was a popular weight loss supplement in the 90’s
until it was implicated in deaths due to heart-valve
damage. Phentermine alone is still sold in many weight loss
aids. The side effects include headaches, dizziness, heart
arrhythmia, high blood pressure and insomnia.

*Laxatives

One of the popular home remedies, used for purging. Regular
use and abuse of laxatives can result in low potassium,
arrhythmia, and pancreatic damage.

*Artificial Sweeteners

Aspartame, the most commonly used artificial sweetener, has
been implicated in multiple lawsuits alleging damages that
include blindness, seizures and brain damage.

*Smoking

Afraid you’ll gain weight if you quit smoking? The National
Institute of Diabetes says that you’d have to gain 100-150
pounds to match the health risks you invoke by smoking.
Instead, set up healthy strategies to help you deal with
food cravings and put down the cigarettes.

*Purging

Like laxatives, purging by forcing oneself to vomit or
taking emetics can have very damaging effects on health.
Depletion of nutrients like potassium and vitamins, damage
to the esophagus from stomach acids, and esophageal rupture
are all possible side effects.

*Diuretics

Taking diuretics encourages your body to rid itself of
fluids - including vital electrolytes. The depletion can
lead to dehydration, and cause your body to start retaining
water, starting a vicious cycle. Repeated or prolonged use
of diuretics can lead to kidney damage and serious
electrolyte imbalances, which may result in kidney or heart
failure.

*Herbal Remedies

We have a tendency to equate ‘herbal’ with ‘harmless’, but
say nutritionists, this isn’t always the case. Remember
that many medications are derived from herbs, and because
of the lack of regulation, dosages of active ingredients
can vary widely from one manufacturer to another. Below is
a list of some of the most common ingredients found in
herbal weight loss powders, along with cautions about their
effects in certain conditions.

Ephedra (ma huang, ephedrine, ephedra extract, epitonin,
ephdra sinica and sida cordifolia) should not be taken by
people with heart, thyroid or kidney disease, or with
hypertension

Cascara and Senna should not be taken by people taking
diuretics (both are often found in herbal weight loss teas)

Selenium and Capsaicin should not be taken by people with
bowel or digestive disorders

Kava should be avoided by people with mood disorders who
are taking mood altering medication, and people with
Parkinson’s disease.

Gingko biloba, licorice root, and dong quay should not be
taken by people who are taking blood thinners or
anti-coagulants.

While weight loss is a worthwhile goal, guarding your
health is an even more important one. Be sure that whatever
weight loss method you choose it won’t lead to other
serious medical conditions.

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collection of six weight loss ebooks guaranteed to help you
lose weight. Check out the complete package here:
http://www.weight-loss-power-package.com and check out his
blog for free weight loss tips here:
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Mesothelioma

2005-10-30T09:41:00.000-08:00

Sometimes when you are trying to keep to a proper diet it is hard to think of nice meals to prepare that taste good. All of the programs that are out there like Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers have their own meals but you can't gain access to them unless you join. There are plenty of recipes you can find online though if you have the time to surf.
Here is one that I found that is particularly tasty.

Eating to Lose Weight? Yum!
"I still basically eat clean good food and watch my calories. My idea of cheating now is a huge bowl of low-carb cereal with fruit."
"Never, ever give up on the thought of a 'thin you.' Always have the thin-you vision in your head. It's attainable."
Eating to lose weight does not mean eating without pleasure. Here's an example:

Ryan Benson's Portabella "Pizzas"

4 whole Portabella mushroom caps (about 5" each), stemmed removed
1/2 c low-fat marinara sauce
1/2 c lean turkey Italian sausage, cooked, drained and crumbled
4 T shredded fat-free mozzarella cheese
2 t freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 T chopped fresh basil

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Wipe the mushrooms clean of any dirt. Place them on a baking sheet, gill side up. Spoon sauce over each cap, then sprinkle on sausage and cheeses. Place in the oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrient Analysis: per pizza

Calories: 97
Protein: 10 grams
Carbohydrates: 7 grams
Total fat: 3 grams

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Mesothelioma

2005-10-28T10:25:00.000-07:00

Why is it that fad diets always seem to catch people's eye and sell regardless of the fact that so many people know that they are not real? It is human nature to want to have everything fast and easy. There is always that eternal hope that this next new fad may have the missing key ingredient the last one you tried didn't have, and then you would be set. Or like I have said, even if this helps me to take off the first 10 pounds, then I will be that one step closer and it will be easier for me to maintain my weight in the way I really know I should be doing(yeah, you know, proper diet and lots of exercise and sweat!)
It's funny too. In the summer I use the excuse I don't want to do any exercise except swimming because it is too hot, and I hate sweating almost more than anything on this planet. Then winter comes and it is the perfect time to exercise because you won't sweat profusely(you would agree if you ever saw me on a treadmill), and yet you still can't seem to drag your lazy butt off that couch. So what is the solution?
Motivation. What gets you motivated? I have found a buddy who won't let me be lazy. We have set up a schedule, and found the perfect place that offers all the work out equipment we like(a track to walk around indoors, a pool, and an exercise bike), for an affordable price. When our time comes. She is at my door and doesn't take any of my excuses.
Well the following is an article that talks about fad diets. I thought I would post it in here to remind us of our goals to keep to a life style change and not opt for the fast and easy track.

Why fad diets don’t work!
Copyright 2005 Adam Waxler

The answer is simple...fad diets are not natural.

Fad diet is the term that describes an array of diet
approaches used to temporarily lose weight through unsafe
and unrealistic methods. Quick fix programs do not
work...although millions of dollars are spent each year.
These programs offer a quick loss of weight but sadly the
weight is gained right back because people return to their
old eating habits and old life style.

There are many kinds of fad diets. Avoid those types of
diets that recommend a certain nutrient, or combination of
foods encouraging you to loss weight fast. Fad diets do
not teach lifestyle habits for long-term weight management,
they do not help people gain the will power to change a
lifestyle with another.

Diets promoting a very low calorie system, approximately
1,000 to 1,500 calories per day and with no exercise
program cause the body to become less efficient at burning
fat, making it easier to store fat and regained weight each
time a diet is stopped. In the long run this fad diets
makes a person fatter instead of leaner. Ultimately these
fad diets are not safe.

Only your weight and exercise level determines the number
of calories that is right for your diet program and only
healthy lifestyle habits will maintain long-term weight
control. Healthy lifestyle habits include regular exercise,
behavior modification, and a healthy, nutritious diet with
a wide variety of foods.

People should be aware of their health problems before
engaging in a diet program. All diets should include a
warning to check with a specialist before trying a diet.
Also most fad diets make no mention of physical activity,
which is essential in the process of weight loss and some
of these diets can actually harm one’s health.

The majority of fad diets involve a 10 day to 1 month
period in which your diet is restricted to a select
collection of bad-tasting, inconsistent health foods or
recipes. The fads diet is generally advising you to
completely avoided fats.

Due to water loss from this period, as a reaction to the
starvation process, you will quickly lose weight. And, as
you continue to starve, your body starts working in order
to keep up with the energy needs. But you are still not
burning fats and as you avoid fats in your diet, your body
will try to preserve the fat that it has in its store. And
if you continue your diet up to a month your body will burn
its stored fats having no other alternative to stay alive.

After this period the dieter starts getting weaker and he
is not able to feel well and perform its normal duties
because it requires a lot more effort and time for the body
to produce energy from fat rather than from muscle.
At a certain time the dieter is back to his normal eating
habit but it will take some time before the reconstruction
of your muscle occurs and during this time, the body
stores most of the food intake as excess fats. Therefore at
the end of the reconstruction process, the dieter is back
to his initial weight gaining back the weight he lost in
the starvation process and little bit more.

A diet regards the proper nutrition for a normally
developed human and it should contain vitamins, minerals,
proteins, carbohydrates AND fats. An imbalanced process may
cause starvation or excessive reserves of body fat.

By using fad diets in your weight loss process your body
will experience both starvation and weight gain in a short
amount of time.

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Adam Waxler publishes the Weight-Loss-Power-Package...a
collection of six weight loss ebooks guaranteed to help you
lose weight. Check out the complete package here:
http://www.weight-loss-power-package.com

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Mesothelioma

2005-10-27T23:06:00.000-07:00

Isn't Halloween just the worst holiday? Actually for what I am referring to, they are all bad. It is the junk food factor. I have already had to go and buy second bags of junk because the first bags I bought never made it to Halloween!
I am really bad for candy and chocolate bars. I don't think I will ever grow out of it. I started off thinking I was doing alright since I only had the snack size bars and a handful was only the equivalent of a whole big one. But they kept calling to me from the cupboard!
I have started reading the contents of all food I ingest. Unfortunately though alot of Canadian made products don't have labels on them. I really should not be eating them so freely. My father once said that you should never eat anything they don't tell you what's in it. It should be illegal. I laughed at the time. But he may have a point.
Do we really know the value of the food we put into our systems? Are there any nutrients beneficial to our bodies or do we rely on taste factor alone? If sugar, and articfical flavours are the first few ingredients listed in the contents, you should think twice before eating too much.
The next article I think should better help you out with any questions or concerns you may have on keeping a healthy diet for yourself.

How to beat Nutrient Depletion and have boundless amounts of Energy
Copyright 2005 Andy Casasanta

To ensure that the Human Body runs at peak performance,
which means repairing muscle tissue and to fight off
infections, it needs to take in life sustaining nutrients.
These are essential nutrients, which are nutrients that
your body can't make on its own. The nutrients known to be
essential for human beings are proteins, carbohydrates,
fats and oils, minerals, vitamins, and water.

Protein: Protein is necessary for the building of new
muscle and the repair and maintenance of present muscle.

Carbohydrates: Starches and sugars are carbohydrates, they
are the main source of the body's energy. Common sources
of carbohydrates are rice, wheat, corn, and potatoes.

Minerals: Here is a listing of minerals and their vital
role in the Human Body.
-Folic acid: formation of red blood cells.
-Biotin: Prevents hair loss.
-Vitamin c: Necessary for healthy teeth, gums and bones.
-Calcium: Needed for bone and tooth formation.
-Phosphorous: Works together with calcium and must be
balanced to be effective.
-Magnesium: Needed for healthy muscle tone and healthy
bones and heart.
-Potassium: Important in keeping acid-alkaline balance in
the blood.
-Sodium: Regulates fluid and acid base balance.
-Sulfur: Vital for healthy skin, hair and nails.
-Iron: Essential for the formation of hemoglobin, which
carries oxygen from the lungs to every cell of the body.
-Zinc:aids in wound healing, growth, tissue repair, and
sexual development.
-Iodine: Essential in the formation of thyroxin - the
thyroid hormone which regulates much of physical and mental
activity.
-Copper: Iron cannot be absorbed without copper. Involved
in protein metabolism, in healing process and in keeping
hair's natural color.
-Manganese: Importantly involved in the metabolism of
carbohydrates, fats and proteins.
-Fluorine: Essential for bone and tooth building.

There are good fats and there are bad fats. Saturated fats
or the bad fats come from animal products should be kept to
a minimum. These are the fats that clog Arteries and are
potentially deadly. Essential fatty acids or the good
fats are Omega-3 fatty acids and Omega-6 fatty acids.
These are the fats that humans cannot synthesize, and must
be obtained through diet. The essential fatty acids or
good fats have many important functions throughout the
body. Which include.

-Energy production
-Brain Function
-Healthier Skin, Hair, and Nails.
-May help speed the healing of injuries.
-Many more

Water: Not a whole lot of explanation needed but here goes.
Water is involved in many chemical reactions in the body.
It also regulates body temperature, and to help eliminate
wastes. It is said that water makes up about 70 percent of
an adult's body weight.

Nutrient Depletion can be caused by many factors but the
main reasons seem to be a bad diet, certain medications or
diseases. Eating a well balanced diet will usually do the
trick. But for some, nutrient deficiencies will occur. A
multi-vitamin might help but the best course might be for
you to see your doctor. When in doubt, go see your doctor,
always. A physical exam and certain lab tests are
available to determine specific nutrient levels in the body.

Please note, the information in this article is for
informational purposes only and should not be used as a
substitute for the advice of a licensed physician. Again,
When in doubt, go see your doctor, always.

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Submitted by Mr. Andy Casasanta. The author of this
article has devoted a portion of his life to health and
well being for himself and others. All the subjects of
his articles has effected his life in one way or another.
Which has inspired him to create a tremendous health and
pharmacy website. Please visit his site at
http://www.medheadquaters.net

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Mesothelioma

2005-10-26T18:34:00.000-07:00

The more I read up on health related issues the more I realize that I am a very unhealthy person. You tend to not think about it as you go about your daily duties, until your body knocks you out cold. Then you go to the doctor, get some medication and continue on your way again. Nothing changed, nothing improved. Another trip will be in store shortly no doubt.
Now, I know I am overweight. Duh. All it takes is a look in the mirror. But there are so many underlying issues we ignore or plain just don't think are important. We are able to get up and go to work, look after our families, and make it to our next birthday. But that doesn't mean we are healthy.
The following article I found to be quite an eye opener for me. I have 11 of the 12 issues listed in this article. Ouch. But it is always nice to know that part of our health and welfare is the ability to learn from our mistakes, and to press on to improve ourselves in any way we can once we are aware. For those of us that cannot stomach certain food(brains, kidney, liver)it is nice to know there are alternatives. Enjoy! Here's to finding new recipes to incorporate for a better taste to a healthier choice of food!

The top 11 signs that suggest omega 3 Fatty Acid deficiency
Copyright 2005 David McEvoy

Do you need Omega 3 fatty acid in your diet? The simple
answer is yes. The question of the importance of Omega 3
fatty acids can be clarified by examining the medical
evidence regarding the benefits of this essential nutrient.

Omega 3 fatty acids are important building blocks for the
cell membranes. Omega 3 fatty acids play a role in the
neurological health of the human system. A significantly
reduced risk of heart and cardiovascular disease is a
well-documented benefit of having the correct balance of
Omega 3 in the diet.

Studies undertaken on the lifestyle of the Inuit (Eskimos)
prove that Omega 3 plays a critical role in maintaining
good health. The Inuit enjoy a diet rich in fish and other
marine wildlife, which provide Omega 3 in abundance.

Humans need Omega 3 fatty acids for optimum daily
functioning. Research shows that it is critical for
nervous system development.
Omega 3 also plays a crucial part in managing and
preventing disease. This essential nutrient is one of the
primary components of the brain, as well as the retina and
other nerve tissue. It can affect the signalling of cells.

Scientific studies on Omega 3 prove that it is a necessity.
Without Omega 3 in our diets, we find an increase in
allergies and arthritis. Other chronic diseases, including
heart disease and cancer, are all impacted upon when we
lack Omega 3 in our diets.

Continued research on this essential nutrient has shown
another benefit. We find that with the aid of Omega 3 fish
oil, we have a reduced chance of abnormal blood clotting
within the blood vessels.

Available evidence on the Omega 3 benefit indicates that
Omega 3 fatty acids should be included as part of a healthy
lifestyle.
Should your diet become unbalanced and your consumption of
Omega 3 drop to low, then you may experience several of the
following conditions:

1) Fatty food craving

2) Ear wax accumulation

3) Sun-induced headaches

4) Leg cramps caused by walking

5) Tightness across shoulders

6) Brittle fingernails

7) Low moods, irritability

8) Thin/thick cracked heel calluses

9) Poor/slow wound healing

10) Yeast / candida infection

11) Chronic inflammations

12) Dry skin, dandruff

Conclusion

If you find yourself suffering from any of the above
conditions, it may be due to an incorrect balance of Omega
3 and Omega 6 in your diet. Therefore, it is advisable that
you improve your Omega 3 intake by eating more of the foods
listed below.

Long chain Omega 3 fatty acids are found in:

• Oily fish and cold-water fish such as mackerel and
salmon: these are both excellent sources of the longer
chain fatty acid Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA). Small amounts
of EPA are also found in eggs.
• Pre-formed docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is found in animal
organ meat, such as brains, kidney and liver.
• There are various supplements available to increase Omega
3 fatty acid intakes, based on fish oil or flaxseed oil.
The below are also beneficial and rich in Omega 3:
• Plant oils e.g. soya, rape seed and especially flaxseed
oil
• Nuts and seeds e.g. walnuts and pumpkin seeds
• Dark green leafy vegetables e.g. spinach and broccoli

All these foods are a great source of Omega 3. It is
strongly recommended that you always try and increase your
Omega 3 intake through a healthy balanced diet,
incorporating some of the food groups from above.
If you are trying to obtain a therapeutic dose of Omega 3
to help alleviate a health problem, then supplementation
with a high-quality fish oil supplement may be preferable
due to the large doses required.

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Dave mcevoy is an award winning personal trainer with over
20 years experience; he also runs a high quality health
supplement website. http://www.mindset.co.uk

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Mesothelioma

2005-10-25T13:29:00.000-07:00

I like to mention all aspects of health on this blog since they relate to weight management in one way or another. If you get stressed, your body responds by holding onto any extra weight it has and not doing its job properly.
When you are stressed, your blood pressure increases and other body functions cease to work as they should. It is the start to a full body breakdown if left unattended.
We can't change certain situations in our outside environement but we can make sure that we do everything we can to ensure that our bodies and mind have the proper resources available to prolong our health.
The following article deals with a topic we have already discussed which is T'ai Chi. This article delves more into the therapy itself from a more scientific approach. Read on, I am sure you will discover alot of useful information to benefit your overall health.

High Blood Pressure and Tai Chi Therapy
Copyright 2005 Bill Douglas

Way back in 2003, the Journal of Alternative and
Complimentary Medicine’s Oct. 9th issue reported a study
finding that Tai Chi “could decrease blood pressure and
results in favorable lipid profile changes and improve
subjects' anxiety status. Therefore, Tai Chi could be used
as an alternative modality in treating patients with mild
hypertension, with a promising economic effect.” This
study laid out a way to save our society, perhaps billions
of dollars annually, and possibly save some patients with
mild chronic hypertension the potential negative side
effects of chronic lifelong medication. However, this
largely hasn’t occurred.

I caught a glimpse why when I was staying in the beautiful
mountain town of Otavala, Ecuador, with a woman known for
her knowledge of traditional Indian medicines. A tour of
young American medical students stopped here to listen and
learn from the Indian woman’s tour of her herbal gardens.
As I followed them, I asked a group of young bright medical
students if they were aware that Tai Chi was found to
reduce high blood pressure. One lovely young woman
replied, “Oh, yes, I’ve heard that, but I would never
prescribe it.”

I asked why, and she responded that she couldn’t because
she didn’t know if it would work. Although Tai Chi studies
do show that Tai Chi indeed helps lower high blood
pressure, it is true that it does not reduce it in every
person. However, it is also true that every drug
prescription does not work on every person either. I
suggested to the young medical student that she consider
that many times I’ve been to the doctor, and he’s pulled
out a prescription pad and explained, “Let’s give this a
try, and see how it works for you, and if it doesn’t do the
job, we’ll try something else.” Most of us are familiar
with this, and by the confused look on the student’s face,
I’m assuming her memory banks were bringing up similar
images.

So, why are our medical universities giving students the
impression that they should not be prescribing Tai Chi,
since we know it can help lower high blood pressure for
many, who if it is successful with them, can enjoy a
lifetime free of chronic and costly medications? And not
only do that, but offer a plethora of GOOD SIDE EFFECTS
including a stronger immune system and healthier
respiratory system. This is a deep and important question
we need to be asking as patients and consumers, and health
professionals must begin asking this question regularly in
order to fulfill the duties of their Hippocratic oath.
For, today we have even a much better understanding of Tai
Chi’s potential than we did a few years ago, so ignorance
or inconclusive data is not an acceptable explanation from
our medical universities that train our future doctors,
without teaching them about Tai Chi research, and what it
portends for their future patients.

Today, we are clearer on exactly why Tai Chi is such a
powerful therapy for high blood pressure sufferers. In a
March 17, 2005, article by the Mayo Clinic staff posted at
mayoclinic.com they lay out what a “stress response” is,
and the effects it has on the body. This is at the core of
high blood pressure problems and the physical changes
chronic stress responses illicite that creates or
aggravates hypertensive conditions.

In their article, they explain that a stress response, or
“fight or flight” reaction involves our pituitary gland
releasing adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which sets a
domino effect signaling other glands to produce additional
hormones, such as adrenal glands which flood the blood
stream with stress hormones, such as “cortisol” and
“adrenaline.”

When ordinary life’s daily frustrations trigger this effect
over and over again, the results can be damaging to the
mind and body. Many of us experience this domino effect of
triggers and hormones daily, which is why about 1/3 of
Americans, or over 90 million Americans, suffer from high
blood pressure.

Cutting edge scientists like Dr. Herbert Benson, President
of the Mind/Body Institute at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical
Center in Boston, are discovering a stunning reality
through their research. In a wonderful article by Jeanie
Lerche Davis at WebMD Medical News entitled The Mysterious
'Medication' of Meditation
(http://my.webmd.com/content/article/25/1728_
57992.htm), she writes of how such researchers are
discovering that “meditation can indeed be medication –
creating long lasting physiciolgical effects that reduce
high blood pressure and even help unclog arteries to
reverse heart disease.”

Dr. Benson, who is also associate professor of medicine at
Harvard Medical School, sought to prove how this effect
could be shown objectively, and had five long-time
meditation practitioners take MRI brain scans while
meditating. Dr. Benson informed WebMD in the
aforementioned article by Davis, "There was a striking
quietude across the entire brain which was documented
through MRI . . . The areas of the brain that became active
from that quietude were those that control metabolism,
heart rate, etc., . . . We knew meditation caused a
relaxation response, but we couldn't prove it. We knew that
if you thought in a certain way, with repetition, that
physiologic changes would occur in the body. Here now is
proof that mind, in the form of repetition, is affecting
the brain, which affects the body . . . "

Stroke Magazine reported on a study funded by the National
Institutes of Health, conducted by Dr. Amparo
Castillo-Richmond, from the Maharishi University, more
specifically on high blood pressure afflicting black
people. The meditating group saw a reduction in the
thickness of one of the arteries that supplied blood to the
brain. Which indicates that blood flow is increasing. The
group only using diet and exercise saw their artery walls
getting thicker, which indicated that less blood was
flowing through to the brain. This finding led Dr.
Castillo-Richmond to make the profoundly exciting
assertion, "It's possible to reverse heart disease through
meditation."
In fact, not only hypertension, but up to 90% of other
illnesses sending us to the doctor are being caused by
stress, according to Dr. Herbert Benson. Which makes Dr.
Benson’s and Dr. Castillo-Richmond’s findings that
meditative techniques can so dramatically alter our stress
producing “fight or flight” response in healthy ways even
more wonderful.

Dr. Benson explains, that the relaxation response triggered
by repetitive forms [like tai chi, yoga, etc.] can result
in decreased metabolism, heart rate, breathing rate, blood
pressure, and also slower brain waves.” Benson asserts
that it is the repetitive nature of acts like praying the
rosary, yoga, or tai chi’s physical repetitive muscular
actions that provides the profound hope for reducing
anxiety, mild and moderate depression, anger and hostility,
hypertension, cardiac irregularities, and all forms of
pain, which are made worse by stress.

This concept of Tai Chi being an effective tool for
reducing or even avoiding incidence of high blood pressure
or other illnesses all together, is echoed elsewhere.
Mayoclinic.com also recommends Tai Chi for relaxation
training in an article entitled, “Relax: Techniques to help
you achieve tranquility” which also explains why relaxation
is important and what you might experience by practicing
tools that will help you relax.

They detail how you can improve body responses to stress,
such as: Slowing your heart rate; Reducing blood pressure;
Slowing your breathing rate; Reducing the need for oxygen;
Increasing blood flow to the major muscles; Lessening
muscle tension.

They go on to explain that practicing relaxation techniques
may help you experience: Fewer symptoms of illness, such as
headaches, nausea, diarrhea and pain; Few emotional
responses such as anger, crying, anxiety, apprehension and
frustration; More energy; Improved concentration; Greater
ability to handle problems; More efficiency in daily
activities.
So, time and time again as we begin to examine one
particular benefit of Tai Chi, such as lowering high blood
pressure, we see a whole universe of potential opening up
before us.

An article from Archives of Internal Medicine, as reported
on NBC’s local WCAU Health
(http://wcau-tvhealth.ip2m.com/index.cfm?pt=itemDetail&Item_
ID=112735&Site_Cat_ID=77) explained a Tai Chi research
program at Tufts-New England Medical Center in Boston
revealed a great deal. The article authors wrote,
"Overall, these studies reported that long-term Tai Chi
practice had favorable effects on the promotion of balance
control, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness and reduced
the risk of falls in elders . . . Cardiovascular and
respiratory function improvements were noted in healthy
people and those who had undergone coronary artery bypass
surgery as well as people with heart failure, hypertension,
acute myocardial infarction, arthritis and multiple
sclerosis . . . Benefit was also found for balance,
strength, and flexibility in older subjects; falls in frail
elderly subjects; and pain, stress and anxiety in healthy
subjects.” They add the actual ways that Tai Chi provides
these benefits are not well known.

The fact is that less than .5% of the National Institute of
Health’s budget goes to research alternative therapies,
leaving yoga, meditation, tai chi, massage, herbal therapy,
aroma therapy, and the entire massive field of alternative
health systems to struggle over .5%, or a little over $100
million of the $28 billion (approx.) annual budget. Given
the above studies, it boggles the mind that such a small
portion of the health research dollars are going to Tai Chi.

To recap, about 1/3 of the American population suffers high
blood pressure. Tai Chi is proven to be a beneficial
therapy that not only has no bad side effects, but
dramatically improves immune function, respiratory
function, lowers the incidence of anxiety and depression,
and profoundly improves the balance of practitioners. Tai
Chi does more, but for our purposes here these profound
realities are enough to show exactly why it is truly
unbelievable that Tai Chi is getting so little scrutiny in
medical research dollars, when it can save so many from
chronic suffering and perhaps some from a lifetime of
chronic costly medications.

It is time we all began to ask the question that all good
consumers should ask, “What is the best way/product for my
health?” If Tai Chi is that product, the next question is,
“Why isn’t every physician offering it as an option to
their patients with hypertension, as a prescription?” “Why
aren’t all insurance policies covering such prescriptions
for Tai Chi?” Ask and ye shall receive. We must become
informed and demanding health consumers, in order to get
the best health options available.

This article does not advocate self-treatment, and
encourages all to make health choices in conjunction with
their physician. However, if your physician is
close-minded to anything but a certain group of health
options, even when research indicates your choices may be
wider, than it is time to have a good talk with your
physician about possibly widening your options.

----------------------------------------------------
Bill Douglas is the Tai Chi Expert at DrWeil.com, Founder
of World T'ai Chi & Qigong Day (held in 50 nations each
year), and has authored and co-authored several books
including a #1 best selling Tai Chi book “The Complete
Idiot’s Guide to T’ai Chi & Qigong.” Bill’s been a Tai Chi
source for The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, etc.
You can learn more about Tai Chi & Qigong, and also contact
Bill Douglas at http://www.worldtaichiday.org

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Mesothelioma

2005-10-24T15:36:00.000-07:00

Do you know how some diseases and illnesses have the same symptoms? Why you need to get more than one opinion. When I was suffering from my gall bladder stones(for 5 years before a proper diagnosis)I went to 6 different doctors and it wasn't until I was totally almost incapacitaded in my abilities before the last doctor decided to give me an ultrasound. Simple, yet overlooked. It could have meant the difference between just getting medication to pass stones to actually having to get my gall bladder removed.
Often times we take medication for symptoms of one illness or another, only to find out the situation worsens or there is no effect at all. Some people go through their entire lives with pain and never get a name put to it. They just learn to live with it.
The following article brought a new disease to my attention and I realized that I may know some people who could have this and would have never been tested for it. Most of the medical problems I have had in my life I have had to research myself and ask the doctor to check me for it. Needless to say,(although I am a cynic when it comes to this)I don't trust doctors.

Diet changes involved with Celiac Disease
Copyright 2005 Andy Casasanta

Celiac Disease or Gluten Intolerance

As discussed in my previous article, I cover the basics of
Celiac Disease, which include the effects of Celiac
Disease, symptoms and possible treatments. In this
article, I will go into more detail of the life of a Celiac
sufferer.

When I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease, I was told that a
major lifestyle change was in order. Fast foods were out,
pizza, breads, pastas, most alcohols, especially beer, were
excluded from my diet. I became a label reader. You would
be surprised at what your are eating once you start reading
labels. Here is a little tutorial in label reading. The
list starts with the item that takes up the most weight,
and continues in order of content down to the smallest part
of the food. I stumbled across a great Website on foods to
avoid and foods that are allowed,
www.celiac.ca/egfdiet2.html#avoid.

Even family and friends have made adjustments to their
meals, to accommodate my allergy, when I am invited to
dinner. I am on first name basis with the health food guy
at my supermarket(Claudio). I now see this as a positive
thing in my life, because it has forced me to eat healthier.

Diagnosing Celiac Disease:

Recognizing Celiac Disease is difficult because some of its
symptoms are similar to those of other diseases. If a
doctor suspects a person has Celiac Disease, he or she will
probably order a blood test as a first step in diagnosing
the disease. Perhaps the best way to diagnose Celiac
Disease is by taking a biopsy, or a sample of tissue and
sending it to a lab. This is done through a procedure
called an Endoscopy. If you decide to stay awake through
this procedure, like I did, you will get to see your
stomach, stomach acids, and interesting things like that.

Feeling tired and lethargic all the time:

Celiac's will experience fatigue, more than someone without
the disease. Celiacs have a hard time digesting certain
vitamins due to the resulting damage of the small
intestine. When the villi are damaged, (villi are the tiny
hair-like projections in the small intestine) the body is
unable to absorb certain vitamins and fatigue sets in.
Talk to your Doctor about a supplemental vitamin program.

Symptoms of celiac disease:
Extreme fatigue
Abdominal bloating and pain
Gas
Chronic diarrhea
Weight loss
Foul-smelling stool
Anemia or low count of red blood cells

How Common Is Celiac Disease?
This number varies as expected but generally in the U.S. 1
out of 250 people have Celiac Disease. Celiac Disease is
also quite common in Italy, Ireland, Sweden and Austria.

In closing and some final advice:

If you have just been diagnosed with Celiac Disease and you
fear that you will not be able to live on a gluten free
diet, it is not as difficult as you think. Most major
grocery stores have a good range of gluten free products
found mostly in the Organic Food section. Sticking to the
regimen below, has been a big help to me, and I think you
will agree.

No fast foods. Certain fast food chains use bread crumbs in
their burgers and usually, the clerk cannot tell you what
is in the burger itself. Do not pick up the phone for
take-out, do not drink grain based alcohols, and be careful
of certain sauces and gravies. Wheat flour is used to
thicken them and rarely is there a substitute available. Do
not try unmarked foods to casually eat such as candy in a
dish. Pack your own lunch if you have to. Even salad
dressings may contain wheat or wheat products. These
simple guidelines have helped me tremendously. For a
complete list and diet advice talk to your doctor, and
listen to what they say!

What is the alternative? You may experience Iron
deficiency, Anemia, Vitamin deficiencies, and other food
sensitivities. This, in a nutshell has been my experience
with Celiac Disease. I might have left out some details, as
I am not a doctor. However, I am a Celiac sufferer and I
know what Celiac's go through. The information in this
article is for information purposes only. If you are
experiencing any or all of the symptoms mentioned please
see your doctor. The author cannot be held responsible if
you do not seek the advice from your health care
professional.

----------------------------------------------------
Mr. Andy Casasanta Has devoted a portion of his life to
health and well being for himself and others. All the
subjects of his articles has effected his life in one way
or another. Which has inspired him to create a tremendous
health and pharmacy website. In this site you will find up
to 70 health articles and growing. Please visit: his site
http://www.medheadquaters.net

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Mesothelioma

2005-10-23T19:46:00.000-07:00

How well do you know your body? I thought I knew mine well until I chanced upon this article and decided to try Mary's steps even though it sounded a little corny to me at first. I was quite taken back when I realized that I have been ignoring a few things my body has been trying to tell me.
I tend to mess up my sleeping habits on a constant basis, which I thought was no big deal until I realized that it has contributed to alot of inconsistencies and malfunctions in my performance throughout my daily life. I lose concentration, I get irritable half way through the day, I lose energy before a task is done.
Now I know the lack of proper vitamins and minerals in my diet helps to contribute to that as well, but a proper regimented sleeping pattern is essential to the brains neurological functions.
It is hard in todays society to keep to a consistent schedule when we have such busy lives, but we owe it to ourselves to try. What good is it if we end up having a breakdown and are out of commission for good?
Here's to learning to truly listen to ourselves and to having a long fulfilling life!

How to Know Your Body
Copyright 2005 Mary Desaulniers

Do you know why King Henry V is seen as one of the most
celebrated and successful kings in English history?

He was a King who knew intimately what his people wanted;
as a young man, he defied his father's wishes by hanging
out at the local tavern( where he hooked up with the
infamous Falstaff ) and seemed to have whiled his youth
away laughing and drinking. But that was only what the
public eye perceived. What really happened was that the
tavern turned out to be the Best Education a Future King
could have. It was at the tavern that he learned the
language of the streets and it was this language that made
him a King in tune with his people because he understood
how the Common Man lived, what the Common Man had to face
and what the Common Man yearned for.

As King, he pursued this knowledge with vigilance. Under
disguise, he wandered through the streets striking up
conversations with everyone he met to learn first hand what
that person needed. What was his grievance? What was his
complaint? And from these, he formed his political policies.

Herny V can be a kind of model for our own body-kingdom.

How well do we know our bodies? Do we listen when our
muscles twitch or when our teeth are clenched? Do we know
why a vague,dark sorrow sits heavily on our chest? Or why
we are tormented by a relentless
sleeplessness that leaves our eyes foggy and our minds numb?

Some Henry V work can help us here.

Make a daily habit ( as Henry did) of listening to your
body.Do you know what your body wants or fears?

There are some steps you can follow here to help you
uncover what the body wants.

First, you need to find a spot where you can be comfortable
and relaxed for 15-20 minutes. Breathe deeply for 2-3
minutes, in and out, imagining as you do so that each
breath clears out any clutter that is inside your head.

Then gently but firmly, ask your body what it needs. And
when I say firmly, I mean firmly. You have to take your
body seriously and show your own seriousness about this
question in your voice.

Firmly, but gently ask "What do you want? What do you need?
Do you need more time? less stress? more loving moments,
fewer arguments? more exercise, less sugary food? more
sleep? less hurriedness?"
"What do you need,My Body?"

Remember: If you don't ask this question, WHO WOULD?

Then keep silent and just listen. Listen with every pore in
your body. Listen!
And the answers will come, a little bit hesitantly at
first, then in a rush, everything coming so fast and so
quickly that unless you have pen and paper in front you,
you will miss the catch. Jot everything down. Scribble them
down. Don't worry about spelling and don't censor anything.
Don't say to yourself,"No, that is nonsense." All nonsense
is sense to the subconscious mind. And you have to be
careful that you do not block out anything your body is
trying to tell you.

She's like a child who will tell all if she trusts that you
will listen and not scold.
Would the Common Man have revealed as much if he knew that
the man drinking with him at the local pub was THE KING?

You will be flushed at the end of the list--some of you
might write down 1 or 2 items; others might have a whole
page. But no matter, you have at least one thing,one
grievance made on your body's behalf.

Then your next step is the step you would take with any
child who has told you the truth. Honour her sharing. Thank
her for telling you the truth, bitter as it might be. And
show her how you will take steps to make amends.

If your list is a whole page long, select ONE
grievance--just ONE and tell your body that you will talk
with her again to find how you both can deal with the
problem and come to a collective solution.

We are not one, but many--- and this diversity makes us
better and more compassionate beings in the long run. So
use it to your advantage. Have a conversation with your
body. This conversation can easily become a life-long
friendship.

----------------------------------------------------
A runner for 27 years, retired schoolteacher and writer,
Mary is now doing what she has always done--being engaged
in what she loves--running, weight training,writing,helping
people reclaim their bodies by seeing that weight is just
matter that needs to be processed. Nutrition, exercise,
positive vision and purposeful engagement are the tools
used to turn this matter into creative selves. You can
subscribe to Mary's monthly newsletter by contacting
news@GreatBodyat50.com
a body well-nourished is a mind well-served~
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2005-10-22T09:30:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I mentioned one of the reasons I could no longer find the ease of playing sports as I used to. That is arthritis. The annoying and painful flaming of the joints.Normally I most likely wouldn't have gotten it at such a young age but there was a reason.
I was born with one leg three inches shorter than the other. Due to that my alignment is constantly out. I am missing some other bones in my right leg that extend down to my feet. Because of that the joints take the extra pressure of having to try to compensate. While I was young and my bones were healthy and had the cartilidge and elastisity as needed, my body could handle the wear and tear.
As my body grew older and my weight did the yoyo over the years, the cartilidge wore down and lost it's ability to do it's job. The longer I carry the extra weight the worse the damage.
When I was a kid I needed to prove that I was like everyone else, hence the reason I was constantly active and competetive. As I got older, with the body protesting, the peer pressure gone, it was too easy to lay back and not stress. But with the added weight, and getting the joints out of "practice", that can add new stress to the body, causing a breakdown to start. So, what am I saying? Did I do more harm than good by stopping the action? Arthritis was inevitable. But there is no reason to give up and be resigned to the fact that I have arthritis when there are so many ways available out there to help us in our moment of pain.
Prevention.com being my favourite site for resources has once again provided us tips on how to help us out.

Natural Painkillers in Your Pantry

Easy-to-find, home remedies for arthritic pain

by Gloria McVeigh

As prescription drug options diminish, arthritis sufferers are scrambling for relief. Experts recommend these eat-right tips to ease the ache:

Vitamin C
A 10-year Boston University study of 149 people with knee osteoarthritis (OA) found that getting less than 150 mg of vitamin C per day tripled the rate of cartilage breakdown. High-C foods include sweet peppers, peaches, and strawberries.

Omega-3s
Several clinical trials found that eating 3 g of fish fats a day relieved the joint pain, swelling, and morning stiffness of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and reduced the need for drugs. Fish oil seems to cut the inflammation that causes RA symptoms.

Weight Loss
New Wake Forest University research found that reduced production of the hormone leptin--generated by fat tissue--may be the reason weight loss alleviates OA pain. In the 18-month study, 316 overweight and obese people with knee OA lost 3 to 6% of their body weight; falling leptin levels closely corresponded to diminishing pain and disability symptoms.

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2005-10-21T18:26:00.000-07:00

Hockey's back! Yeah! I don't know about you but I am a hockey fan. Last year when we had to go through the whole winter with no hockey I didn't know what to do with myself.
Hockey is hard work. Have you ever played it as a steady team member for any length of time? When I was a kid, I used to play out in the street with the neighbourhood kids. I was one of the only female players. I was tough though, so soon earned my right to play. I also played in gym class. There was no girls hockey teams back then though since most girls would rather do something else like dance or gymnastics. So, yes I picked up gymnastics.
Later as I got older, I advanced to baseball, touch football, basketball, and volleyball. Tennis was always a great sport to play against the wall on your own.
I worked out in the weight room with my boyfriend when I was in highschool. I went to kick boxing with my sister after I had my son and couldn't lose those pesky 35 pounds.
Then I hit the wonderful magical year of 30. It was like there was a switch that went off somewhere in my head. All of my drive disappeared. All of a sudden I was developing illnesses I had never been worried about before. I had pains in my joints that weren't there yesterday. I was getting "old". With that, I found it hard to get out of bed and walk to the bus stop a block away. What had happened to me?
Why all of a sudden as soon as you hit 30 does exercising for fun;i.e. a sport you love to play, turn into something else that is dreaded?
That I think is where we are starting to lose perspective though. We get lost in the thought or image of sweating, groaning and hurting in the name of exercise. The more we think about it, the less ambition we have to pursue it. No pain, no gain, right?
Not necessarily.
I found the following article to give me a little more of a positive lift. I am on the right track, even if all I am doing is my 20 minute walk every day. You can be as well.

You Don't Have to Strain for Cardio Fitness Gains
Copyright 2005 Daily News Central

Quantity may beat quality when it comes to exercise and
heart health. Adults who engage in mild exercise -- such as
walking briskly for 12 miles or exercising moderately for
125-200 minutes over the course of a week -- can improve
their aerobic fitness significantly and reduce their risk
of cardiovascular disease, according to a study published
in Chest.

"The classic exercise regimen has a component of intensity
up to 80 percent of someone's maximum for health benefits,"
says lead author Brian D. Duscha of Duke University Medical
Center in North Carolina.

"Our study demonstrates that you can exercise at an
intensity much less than that and still achieve fitness
benefits," he notes.

"People find exercise 'hard' and few people want to
exercise at an intensity higher than they have to. Walking
briskly for 12 miles a week per week is realistic and does
not require anyone to incorporate a hardcore training
regimen. Increasing your mileage or intensity will give you
even greater health benefits," Duscha says.

Improved Oxygen Consumption

A Duke Medical Center research team examined the effects of
different exercise training regimens on 133 patients aged
40 to 65 years. All were sedentary, overweight nonsmokers
who had abnormal levels of fat in their blood.

The participants were divided into four exercise groups:

- high-amount/high-intensity (HAHI), the equivalent of
jogging 20 miles per week at 65 to 80 percent peak Vo2
(maximum oxygen consumption);

- low-amount/high-intensity (LAHI), the equivalent of
jogging/walking up an inclined treadmill approximately 12
miles per week at 65 to 80 percent peak Vo2;

- low-amount/moderate intensity (LAMI), the equivalent of
walking approximately 12 miles per week at 40 to 55 percent
peak Vo2; and

- a control group of nonexercising patients.

All patients underwent cardiopulmonary exercise testing
twice at baseline and after seven to nine months of
exercise training.

All exercise groups significantly improved their absolute
and relative peak oxygen consumption and time to exhaustion
(TTE) compared to baselines scores.

Increasing Intensity May Help Too

Although the HAHI group showed the greatest improvements in
peak Vo2 overall, increasing exercise intensity from 40 to
55 percent to 65 to 80 percent (at a controlled amount of
12 miles/week) did not significantly improve peak oxygen
consumption. However, increasing the amount of exercise did
produce improvements.

An increase in exercise amount also demonstrated a graded
increase in TTE between groups, although data were not
statistically significant.

"Although our results did point toward amount being more
important, it is very likely fitness levels can be improved
by increasing either amount or intensity," says Duscha.

"This is illustrated by the tiered effect the exercise dose
had on fitness improvements across our groups. We believe
with more people in the study, increasing intensity would
also have been significant," he explains.

Losing Weight Not Essential

Body mass index (BMI) was reduced in the LAHI and HAHI,
groups but remained unchanged in the LAMI group. All
exercise groups lost an average of 2.87 pounds after
exercise. Baseline characteristics of age, BMI, weight,
peak and relative Vo2, and TTE were not different between
the groups.

"A second very important message is that subjects enjoyed
fitness benefits in the absence of weight loss. Many people
exercise with the purpose of losing weight. When they do
not lose weight, they do not think the exercise is
benefiting them and they stop exercising," notes Duscha.

"The truth is, you can improve your cardiovascular fitness
and reduce your risk for heart disease by exercising
without losing weight. Even if individuals do not lose
weight, it is likely that they will lose body fat and
increase lean muscle mass while reducing other risk
factors," he points out.

12 Miles a Week

Adherence to exercise requires motivation and making
exercise a priority, the researchers stress. They advise
those who are beginning an exercise regimen to start
slowly, choose an enjoyable activity, and make exercise a
social activity. Individuals with medical problems should
consult a physician before starting an exercise program.

"If you distill our results down, the public health message
is: You only need to walk briskly for 12 miles per week or
for approximately 125 to 200 minutes per week to improve
your health. This sheds more light on the question, 'What
is the minimum amount of exercise I need to do to get a
health benefit?'" says Duscha.

"Regular exercise is an important part of a well-balanced
lifestyle," adds Paul A. Kvale, MD, FCCP, President of the
American College of Chest Physicians. "Physicians and other
healthcare providers should encourage their patients to
engage in regular exercise in order to obtain pulmonary and
cardiovascular benefits."

----------------------------------------------------
Rita Jenkins is a health journalist for Daily News Central,
an online publication that delivers breaking news and
reliable health information to consumers, healthcare
providers and industry professionals:
http://www.dailynewscentral.com

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2005-10-19T18:19:00.000-07:00

I love the rain, but it puts a damper on my daily walks. I aim to do my 15-20 min. walk every day. Today the temperature here was 9 degrees celcius. It is coat weather. I had to go shopping for a coat. So, since it was raining outside and I was hard pressed for getting my 20 min walk in without catching a cold, I decided to do a few laps around the mall and do some shopping. End result? An hour of exercise, a new baby blue Colombia jacket, a sleek pair of black leather boots, and some jewellery to go with my new hair cut. Not bad, eh?
Who says exercise can't be fun?
I have hit a rut in my losing weight and I was feeling a little depressed about it the last few days. It seems that as long as I am in a happy frame of mind I have no problems staying on track and keeping with the program(an active lifestyle, lots of fruits and veggies). But since I am a manic depressive, I find depending on what cycle I am in, it has an affect on my overall physio. I like to eat all fattening, comfort foods, and huge amounts. Then I will go back to eating nothing for days after. It all depends on the chemicals in my brain at the time, and the affect is has on my emotions.
I have been searching for any research articles on the links to this emotional/chemical issue and weight management. So far I have not been finding anything that the average joe could understand(meaning me). But it did make me think that there may be alot of other issues out there that are just not widely known yet, or still in the process of being researched.This next article was something along those lines of unknowns.

Can’t Lose Weight? Syndrome X May Be the Culprit
Copyright 2005 MHG Consulting

“I’ve put on 40 pounds in one year!” “It doesn’t matter how
much I workout, I can’t lose weight.” “My doctor must think
I’m eating pizzas in the closet.”

With nearly 4 million Americans weighing in at over 300
pounds, is it any wonder the above cries are heard each and
every day by countless frustrated people who can’t lose
weight? One such cause for the ever increasing need to buy
larger pants is a disease known as Syndrome X.

Syndrome X is also referred to as Metabolic Syndrome,
Metabolic Syndrome X and Insulin Resistance. It is a very
common disease; however it is widely overlooked by many
medical professionals. One statistic reveals 1 in 3 people
suffer from it.

This syndrome is a precursor to developing Diabetes Type 2.
Sufferers have a high level of insulin. Their bodies are
unable to process all the insulin that is being made from
their diet. As a result, they become insulin resistant.

Think of it like this: You knock on someone’s door because
you want to come in. If they don’t answer, what normally
happens? You knock again, right? Sometimes you may even
knock a third time, trying to gain entry. Insulin works in
the same manner. The pancreas produces insulin (knock).
Some foods cause the body to produce even higher levels of
insulin (knock again). Once you become insulin resistant,
develop Syndrome X, the body is unable to properly process
the glucose, therefore the pancreas tries to make up for it
by producing even more insulin. It thinks “no one is home”
and just keeps making more.

The main purpose of glucose is to be used as fuel for the
cells in the body to produce energy. Unprocessed glucose
translates into fat. If the body keeps making it and it’s
not being processed, where does it go? Hips, thighs,
stomach, and buttocks, that’s where!

In addition to hypertension and heart disease, elevated
insulin may be associated with weight gain and difficulty
with weight loss, other blood sugar problems such as
hypoglycemia, and some menstrual related imbalances.

Genetics is partially responsible for causing this disease.
More likely though is lifestyle. In many cases years of
high starch, processed foods, simple sugars, lack of
exercise, smoking, and increased stress may be the culprit
for Metabolic Syndrome X.

Now what? For starters, start exercising today. Increase
water intake and totally omit starches, sugars, processed
foods from your diet. Limit or omit caffeine. Try to
maintain at least one third of your daily food intake to
vegetables. Ask your doctor to test your sugar levels.
Change what you’re eating and get walking and you’ll be
amazed at the pounds start to fall off. The fatigue and
fuzziness will start to disappear and in turn you’ll feel
much better.

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2005-10-18T13:59:00.000-07:00

Wow. I didn't know there were quite so many options out there for relaxation and stress techniques to help you maintain your body's complete health.I doubt I will ever be able to get into all of them, but I thought others may be interested in finding out new therapies to work with their own personal level of comfort. Many of us slack off in the exercise department due to the fact we have associated it with pain and suffering. We want immediate gratification or the easiest way possible. But maybe one way we can help ourselves overcome that negative thinking is to find a technique that allows us to relax, yet works to get us in shape inwardly and outwardly without us wanting to give up in failure before any benefits can be redeemed.
I found the following article quite interesting and it opened my eyes to a new way of thinking. If we learn to relax and free our bodies of stress, we may find in time the body naturally releases it's own fat deposits through cleansing in stress relief.

Ancient Health Science: How Do T’ai Chi and Qigong Work?
Copyright 2005 Bill Douglas

Western medical science is only beginning to understand
what T’ai Chi and Qigong offers us. However, just the tiny
amount of research that has been done so far indicates that
T’ai Chi and Qigong are very powerful health tools that can
save each of us and our society a great deal of money and
personal suffering.

Both T’ai Chi & Qigong are a combination of “bio-feedback”,
“visualization”, and “classical conditioning” techniques
that can not only provide powerful adjunct therapy for most
maladies, but also can teach us tools that may head off
physical illness long before it actually occurs. There is
a newly emerging science of medicine known as
psychoneuroimmunology, which is the study of the mind’s
influence over the body. This new science, although new in
the West has actually been practiced and refined to an
extremely high level in China in the form of T’ai Chi and
Qigong.

Although, new to Westerners, T’ai Chi and Qigong are
centuries or even millennia old, and in fact provide the
backbone of healthcare in China today, even though China
also employs all the wonders of Western medicine. T’ai Chi
and Qigong is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and
therefore based on the same principles as acupuncture and
Traditional Chinese Medicine’s (TCM) herbal medicine. The
premise of all Traditional Chinese Medicine, whether it’s
acupuncture, herbal medicine, or T’ai Chi and Qigong is
that there is a flow of subtle energy, or bio energy,
flowing through the body, and when this flow gets blocked
or obstructed our health systems are diminished as a
result. There are 2 ways this energy gets blocked, one by
an external accident, obviously if you break your leg it
will affect the way the energy flows through it. However,
the most common way that energy gets blocked is by internal
unmanaged stress. We know this is the most common way,
because most research indicates that about 70% of all
illnesses sending us to the doctor are due to stress.

At www.worldtaichiday.org you can find a free Sitting
Qigong exercise in the Free Lessons menu that will enable
you to begin to actually feel this experience of energy and
energy blockages. If you book mark it and use it daily,
you will likely find a significant shift in the quality of
your life.

Tai Chi brings this qualitative shift to another level by
physicalizing it throughout your entire body. Tai Chi’s
motions replicate most of the motions the body is capable
of performing in the normal day’s activities, and thereby
it begins to trigger the relaxation responses of flowing
life energy into the everyday tasks we perform.

Again, since 70% of illness is cause by stress, this
incorporation of stress cleansing techniques into the
fabric of our lives can be a powerful technology for
everyone to learn. These were up until recently ancient
secrets of China, but today are available to people
worldwide who take the time to learn them.

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Bill Douglas is the Tai Chi Expert at DrWeil.com, Founder
of World T'ai Chi & Qigong Day (held in 50 nations each
year), and has authored and co-authored several books
including a #1 best selling Tai Chi book “The Complete
Idiot’s Guide to T’ai Chi & Qigong.” Bill’s been a Tai Chi
source for The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, etc.
You can learn more about Tai Chi & Qigong, and also contact
Bill Douglas at http://www.worldtaichiday.org

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2005-10-17T20:38:00.000-07:00

It is so beautiful this time of year! The colours all gorgeous, vivid hues of yellow, red and orange. Did you take your daily walk today? I did. I didn't have much time today, but a quick 15 mins around the block does wonders to an over-worked brain and a stressed out body.
Today, I would like to discuss vitamins. I am anemic, which means I need a high volume of iron in my diet and it is often too hard to get it from food alone.(I mean,come on, one can only eat so much spinach!)Are you informed enough about vitamins? Like all other products out there on the market there are plenty of varities and name brands to choose from. Do you know what qualities to look for?
Read this article and make sure the next time you go shopping you know what is the best for your optimal health.

Are All Vitamins Created Equal?
Copyright 2005 Monique Hawkins

Everyone has read the reports and seen the news. Our soil
is depleted and lacks the necessary vitamins and minerals
that our bodies need. The environment is toxic and wreaks
havoc on our health. Free radicals attack our immune
system. The only solution seems to be supplementation with
vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to compensate for
environmental deficiencies.

After hearing all of this, what do most people do? They
take trips to the local supercenter or pharmacy, grab
bottles of a popular supplement, and then think their job
is done. It is a safe bet, however, that many people are
not considering if what they consume is nutritionally
complete and balanced. Not all supplements are created
equal.

Dr. Myron Wentz, Ph.D and founder of "USANA Health
Sciences", has this to say in the company's "Health and
Freedom" brochure: " I began testing health supplements in
my analytical laboratory to measure their nutritional
balance and their effectiveness in promoting and sustaining
a healthy life. Many of the products I analyzed were not
only nutritionally unbalanced, but had incorrect and
misleading labels. My research proved many times that what
consumers thought they were buying and what they were
receiving were two different things."

What can people do to ensure they are purchasing
supplements that are high quality and nutritionally
balanced? Here are 5 tips to assist in the selection
process:

1. Perform careful research! Don't just go along with the
latest fads. A good book to purchase is The Comparative
Guide to Nutritional Supplements written by Lyle
MacWilliam, BSc, MSc. MacWilliam is a former Freedom Party
Member of Parliament and a current member of the
Legislative Assembly for British Columbia. His book
carefully analyzes over 500 products available in the U.S.
and Canada. The products that are listed at the top of the
list are best in the market today.

2. Look for a company that invests significant time and
money in extensive scientific research, has worldwide
scientific alliances, and puts quality first.

3. Check to see if there is a guaranteed potency. Yes,
there are companies who offer this and who follow stringent
analytical and quality control procedures. In other words,
what you see on a product's label is actually in the
product.

4. Make sure the company's products follow
pharmaceutical-grade good manufacturing practices (GMP).
This is a step above FDA regulations. This means a variety
of government agencies conduct periodic inspections and
require control of procedures as well as documentation.

5. Lastly, look to see if the company's products provide a
money-back guarantee. Believe it or not, there is a company
that is so confident about its products that it offers a
revolutionary one million dollar money-back guarantee to
some professional and world-class athletes.

Follow the above 5 tips for optimal health!

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Monique Hawkins is an Associate with USANA Health Sciences.
One of her passions is encouraging and supporting others to
obtain optimal health and wellness. Visit her USANA website
at http://www.whyusana.com/mhawkins and her new music box
website at http://www.my-music-box.com .

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2005-10-16T12:32:00.000-07:00

I would like to introduce some relaxation tips for you to help you deal with the stress in your life. I have started to try them and they do help. When you first try them though you may find it strange and maybe a little bit difficult to allow yourslef to fully relax and think the way the author Wendy proposes. But stick with it and soon you will feel the results.

Stressed Out? Try These Relaxation Techniques
Copyright 2005 Wendy Owen

Relaxation techniques for stress management

There are three main types of relaxation techniques you
can practice when you feel upset and stressed out. If you
practice them regularly, they will become part of your
lifestyle and you may find yourself habitually more relaxed
as a result.

This article contains a breathing relaxation technique and
an autogenic relaxation technique.

Part 2 will have a Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)
exercise to release negative thoughts and situations and a
progressive muscle relaxation technique too.

Because of the mind/body connection, exercises to relax the
body will also flow through to the mind.

A lot of the stress we feel is due to our resistance to
certain feelings, or emotions. Try to relax and let the
feeling flow through you. Sometimes just by doing this the
feelings will tend to dissipate on their own.

So let's begin. Find a quiet empty room for 15 to 20
minutes and take the phone off the hook.

Breathing Exercise.

Do this lying down if possible, arms by your side and legs
uncrossed. Loosen any tight clothing. If you can't lie
down, sit and make yourself as comfortable as possible.
This exercise will calm and energize you.

Take a couple of deep breaths, roll your eyes up and let
them close. Concentrate on the effects of your breathing on
your body. As you breathe in your stomach rises, as you
breathe out your stomach falls.

Be aware of the life energy in your body, as you breathe in
imagine this energy circulating throughout your body. As
you breathe out, mentally say the word "peace" in your mind.

Thoughts will attempt to distract you. Rather than trying
to force them out, acknowledge them then imagine them just
floating out of the back door of your mind. Go back to
concentrating on your breathing.

Continue until you feel relaxed. Then gently arouse
yourself keeping the feeling of relaxation with you.

Autogenic Relaxation Exercise

You can do this one sitting or lying down. Loosen any tight
clothing and make yourself comfortable.

Take a deep breath, hold for the count of three and exhale
slowly. Repeat a couple of times. Let your eyes close.

Imagine lying on a deserted beach, you can hear the gentle
waves breaking on the sand. In the distance there is the
sounds of seagulls.

The sun is shining on your left arm making it warm and
heavy. Concentrate on how warm and heavy your left arm is
feeling.

Now the sun is moving over to your right arm and making
that warm and heavy too.

Go through the same procedure with your left and right leg,
your head and neck and your stomach.

Finally focus on your whole body. Feel how warm and heavy
your body is. Let your body sink down into the bed or chair.

Stay in this relaxed state for a few moments before gently
arousing yourself. Take the calm relaxed feeling with you
for the rest of your day.

PS. If you have trouble sleeping, these relaxation
techniques will definitely help!

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2005-10-15T11:11:00.000-07:00

I was thinking back to my teenage years. I was 5'6, 127 lbs. My measurements were 36-27-38. Nice right? I thought so and so did countless others. The most I used to hear about my looks being bad were the fact I could have worn some makeup. I used to get a little bit of an ego lift by walking across the street and having truckers whistle at me. I know pretty shallow, but I was a 16 year old who had it all. I loved myself. I was smart, popular, and sexy. What else do you need?
Well, when I was 17 I met a boy. He was everything I thought I wanted. He was the missing peice to my almost complete puzzle. I was very naive. I got pregnant a few months later, married him almost a year later and settled down to have a happy homelife.
Five years, and two children later, the bliss was gone, and so was my perfect figure. I also found out that my "perfect" husband also wanted to keep the perfect wife. As I gained more weight, my husband started to call me very hurtful names. The more he belittled me, the more I turned to food for comfort, therefore packing on more weight. I had gotten to 225 pounds when I realized the damage it was causing to my whole life. During the years, I also had an ulcer, gall bladder surgery, and skin cancer. I survived all of those fortunately, but my weight still remiained. It was the bane of my existence. I became obsessive. I refused to eat until I was so ravenous I ate the whole fridge when I did succumb. I tried over 20 diet/weight loss plans out there and nothing seemed to work. What 20 pounds I would lose I would soon gain back twice as much. What had happened to the healthy,happy perfectly fit person I had once been?

I had lost my self esteem, my drive, my love. I was mad at life, myself, and my husband. I had the wrong frame of mind. You cannot create anything positive when the negative is all encompassing. It was time for a change. And it started with my attitude. First thing was to get rid of all negative influences in my life (thus now an ex husband).Second was to make a list of all the positives in my life. The people, the things I love to do to keep me from being distracted, my attributes. I created five positive affirmations I began to practice saying to myself in the mirror every morning before work. And a little prayer.
Then came the study of exercise programs, healthy diets that don't starve you, and my reward system. When I didn't lose any weight for a couple months, I still rewarded myself with a small token(a new book, a new blouse, ornaments for the house),because I was staying consistent and not losing faith, and still not gaining more weight either. I have not reached my goal yet. But I am loving myself more every day and the positive attitude I have is showing up in every thing I do in my daily life. It took me years to gain my weight. I am okay with the fact it will take years(and even more now than before since I am over 30 and it gets harder),because I have come to realize it is all in the attitude. That song that Pink sings I believe is a great theme song. "I love myself today, not like yesterday." The past is gone, the future is still to be made. We are in the present! And every day is a chance to either write another page, or start another chapter in your life. Make it a best seller that everyone talks about! That means doing the best that you can to be the best of who you are! Live long and live strong!

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2005-10-14T15:14:00.000-07:00

I hope you have been maintaining a solid schedule by now and keeping your spirits up. I have read through alot of weight management articles and tips over the years. Although there may be new and improved weight loss diets and pills that promise great results over the years, the theme remains the same. To live a healthy fit life you need to work at it. Like all other things in life in takes time to get to where you want to be and more time to keep yourself there afterwards. It is a lifestyle.
Here is a simple article that breaks it down to an easier way to think things through and keep you on the right track.
Weight Loss Helped By Mind Over Body
Copyright 2005 Mary Desaulniers

To increase the success rate of any weight management
program, we have to shift our thinking of “weight loss” as
something that suggests deprivation, hunger or loss to
something that suggests growth, development, and gain.
Weight loss is not loss, but the building of a lean,
powerful body. Losing weight is not losing at all, but
gaining a newly reconfigured body. The best way to do this
is to enlist the power of your mind. Visualize yourself at
your ideal weight. Focus on your slim and slender body,
your well-shaped legs. Imagine yourself living a powerful,
dynamic life. Would you be bingeing yourself to death? Make
this positive visualization of your ideal self a daily
practice until you find it actually easy to see yourself as
lean, strong and beautiful. Next time you feel like wolfing
down a whole chocolate cake, shift your mind to that
slender body and well-shaped legs.

‘Hunger” is another word we need to reclaim. We think that
we have to be hungry to be slim. That is not so at all. We
just need to be able to differentiate between real hunger
and emotional hunger. Take time out and ask yourself, ”Am I
really hungry?” Think twice before putting anything in your
mouth. If you decide that you are indeed hungry, then eat,
but make sure that what you eat honors your body. Make sure
it is nutritious food and not empty calories. If you decide
the sense of deprivation you are feeling is emotional
hunger, then the searching has to go deeper. Are you
lonely? Angry? Stifled? Resentful? What is bothering you?
Decide if you will take this anger out on your body or take
the more courageous route: have it out and come to terms
with it. Speak out what it is that makes you mad, sad,
uneasy. Don’t be afraid to dig. The best things have come
from the darkest pits of the earth.

Know yourself! Know when your most vulnerable moments are.
Know when you are most susceptible to being sabotaged by
your partner’s sneer, your mother’s disbelief, your
sister’s insistence that you don’t have it in you.
(Families are so supportive, aren’t they?) Understand that
your decision to change challenges their status quo and
families are known to resist change (Don’t rock the boat!).
Once you understand where your Achilles’ heel is, develop a
list of strategies to deal with the issue when it rises.
Arm your mind: if you understand where they are coming
from, it is easier to be less defensive and submissive. Arm
your fridge: should you be swayed by these difficult
moments to binge, have a whole fridge of allowable snacks
so that even though you indulge in 2, 3 items, there is no
harm done.

Plan your day ahead. If you must have a snack before
bedtime, make sure that you have low-fat, high protein
snacks accessible in the fridge so that you do not opt for
what’s left over from dinner instead. There is less
likelihood that you will sabotage your weight loss program
if you have nutritious and allowable snacks available at
all times.

Eat 5-6 smaller meals a day (3 meals plus 2 snacks). Make
your body think "abundance", and it will expend more
calories. Do not skip meals as this makes you body go into
“starvation mode” and your body will respond to that by
shutting down your metabolism.

Measure yourself before you start your weight loss program
and once a week after that. Measure your upper arms, chest,
waist, hips, upper thighs, ankles, wrist. Record your
measurements faithfully. If you are following your weight
loss program carefully, you will notice a change in
measurements very quickly. You will lose in inches; your
clothes will feel looser. This will give your mind positive
re-inforcement. Do not weigh yourself everyday. Your weight
is not really an accurate measure of your progress because
weight is dependent on time of day and hormonal
fluctuations.

Exercise 4-5 times a week. Work towards doing 30 minutes of
cardio (walking, running, cycling) and 15 minutes of weight
training. Use visualization to make exercise an active part
of the New Beanutiful You.

Reward yourself in ways other than food. Buy a new dress.
Go see a movie. Take a weekend trip. Go dancing. Enjoy the
new lifestyle you have created for yourself. See it not as
a short term goal; instead focus on making the changes
lifelong habits. You will forever be eating well,
exercising well, taking care of yourself so that you will
look great, feel great, be great!

Be proud of yourself: you have trained your Body to be an
extension of the Mind!

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A runner for 27 years, retired schoolteacher and writer,
Mary is now doing what she has always done--being engaged
in what she loves--running, weight training,writing,helping
people reclaim their bodies by seeing that weight is just
matter that needs to be processed. Nutrition, exercise,
positive vision and purposeful engagement are the tools
used to turn this matter into creative selves.
a body well-nourished is a mind well-served~
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2005-10-12T10:53:00.000-07:00

It is getting cold out now(well, at least here in Canada),so thoughts of exercising inside where it is warm are coming to the forefront. On an average day I will walk to the store which is a twenty minute round trip. But, with the upcoming winter looming and the minus forty degrees with the wind chill factor,not to mention the possibility of a few feet of snow, that twenty minute walk becomes forty five or more. Seeing the wind lashing through the tree tops kind of takes the pleasure out of a nice stroll around the neighbourhood.
This article should give you an idea of a way that you can stay fit this winter without having to worry about gaining a pound.
How To Build A Low Cost Home Gym
Copyright 2005 strength-training-woman.com

Purchasing a home gym can become quite a daunting task.
Walk into any sporting goods store and your senses will
quickly become stimulated. Your eyes will gaze at all the
attachments and cables. Your ears will hear the greasy
sales pitch from the store associate. Your mouth will drop
to the floor when you realize a home gym is going to set
you back thousands of dollars.

Consumers have alternatives to the clunky and expensive
home gyms on the market these days. A few simple pieces of
equipment can save you precious space and loads of cash.
You may have heard of the following home gym alternatives,
but rest assured they are just as effective as the
super-duper model 5000 brand in your local sporting goods
store.

A high quality adjustable bench is the first low cost piece
of equipment. An adjustable bench will replace the need
for an incline bench, a flat bench, and a decline bench.
One adjustable bench will save you hundreds of dollars
compared to buying all three single benches. An adjustable
bench is highly versatile and can be used in almost any
exercise.

A set or two of dumbbells is next on the shopping list.
Dumbbells have long been hailed as the better choice among
strength training equipment. They are much smaller than
large home gym machines and much cheaper. The beauty of
free weights is you can start off with 1 or 2 sets and as
you become stronger you can purchase higher weights.
Dumbbells are extremely versatile as well. Almost every
exercise incorporates the use of weights.

The last low cost piece of equipment is a burst resistant
stability ball. These balls are the best thing in fitness
these days. They are excellent for abdominal work because
they support the spine and isolate the stomach muscles. A
stability ball works the abs more than a crunch or sit-up
could ever dream of. These balls are highly versatile.
The ball may even take the place of a bench in some
exercises.

All three pieces of equipment are low in cost, are
extremely versatile and save loads of space compared to a
bulky home gym. While this equipment may not be very
jazzy, it will get the job done for less money and they
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2005-10-11T18:10:00.000-07:00

Today we need to discuss attitude. That's right, attitude, the component that will make or break you. You can have all your goals lined out, the pros and cons, and all the inbetweens;but, if you have the wrong attitude all your efforts will be in vain. Now, I am not talking about saying you are going to reach this goal and that is it, that is just the first step. Attitude is what keeps you going, it is the commitment, the dedication, the consistent effort, the will power, the positive affirmations,and the pride in accomplishing a solid lifestyle that keeps you happy and healthy in spirit and in body. It is contagious once applied and and simply infectuos once practiced. You will notice it in the people around you in every walks of life. They will respond to you differently dependent on your general ambience and the confidence that will exude through your being.
Here is a good article to get you over the hump of facing your fears so you can change your attitude and move on to a better place in life. You may think I have gone off topic and changed the conversation but we are still on the same page. Fear? You ask, what does fear have to do with attitude? Consider this, alot of bad eating habits are based on matters of emotional and psychological aspects. You eat when you are bored, you eat when you are lonely, you eat when you are scared,upset, frustrated, or anxious. There are many reasons. And the base core of it all? Normally FEAR on one level or another. Fear keeps you uneasy and in a bad frame of mind. Therefore, a positive attitude is hard to establish. Conquer the fear and lose the negativity. Thus, enabling a positive energy to be reborn.
Here's to losing the negative and rebuilding the positive! Fear begone!
Face and Conquer Your Fears
Copyright 2005 David Ferruolo

What is fear anyway? In my humble opinion, all fears are
hypothetical trepidations of uncertain events or happenings
in the future. It’s simple as that. Think about it—we are
afraid of something that has not yet happened. We create a
situation of what we think my happen to us, and we become
fearful of the illusionary outcome. Is it logical to fear
what has not happened?

Fear is the psychological, emotional and physiological
response to our thoughts of a situation. Fear evokes our
most basic of all responses: fight or flight. Some fears,
of course, are very healthy. For example, when your safety
or well-being is at risk. But even safety related fears
could cause more problems than the problem itself! Fear
can lead to panic, and panic can cloud your mind and
paralyze you. This fear/panic reaction is the downfall of
most people in dangerous circumstances and not the result
of the situation itself. People who train themselves to
control these fear-based reactions in stressful and
dangerous situations are more able to deal with them
appropriately.

More commonly, it is the everyday fears of the future that
paralyze people into not taking action to move forward with
their lives or peruse their dreams. Some of the more
common future related fears are: fear of not being good
enough; fear of rejection; fear of failure; fear of being
embarrassed; feelings of guilt and fear of being isolated.

We must learn to welcome these fears and face them head on.
Become familiar with what keeps you back, and learn to
overcome fear-based reactions by changing your thought
processes. When you are able to do this, you can easily
move past fear-based thinking and embrace the future.

Redirecting fears to thoughts of empowerment.
Let’s try a very effective process that many others and
myself have used successfully to move past fears. Think of
these most common life fears:

Not being Good Enough: Not necessarily being a failure, but
being inadequate and not up to standard. Some people fear,
although accomplishing their tasks, they look bad while
doing it.

Not being Accepted (rejection): A lot of people are afraid
of being rejected. They fear that family, friends and
society will discard their ideas, dreams and aspiration as
silly or not worthwhile.

Not Succeeding (failure): Of course, the fear of failing
and not being able to do what you set out to accomplish.

Being Embarrassed: People are in fear of being humiliated.

Guilt: People feel guilty or are made to feel guilty by
those nay-Sayers and un-achievers they are leaving behind.

Being Isolated: The fear of being alone with no support as
you venture out of your comfort zone and circle of friends.

When we can place all our fears into several identifiable
categories, we can then begin to redirect our mid-set to
thoughts of encouragement, empowerment and support. Let’s
take the above six fears and change the way we think about
them:

Try changing Not being Good Enough to At Least I’m Doing
Something: Change Not being Accepted to I am Unique and
Creative: Change Not Succeeding to I am Happy Doing My Best
and Trying: Instead of Being Embarrassed; Always Laugh at
Yourself First: Change Feeling Guilty to I’m Deserving of
all That Comes My Way: Transform Feeling Isolated to Being
in Transition to a Newer, Better Place:

This process will work for any and all fears you have
associated with future events, whether it is work, family
or personal related. Identify the fear, and simply look at
the positive side. The things you look at will seem
different if you change the way you perceive at them.
Change the thoughts of fear and negativity to ones of
optimism and success, and watch your life blossom.

Falling prey to self-generated fears will only keep you in
a place of frustration and mediocrity. Change fear-based
thinking to feelings of empowerment and self-confidence in
your ability to control and create your own destiny. Know
that fears are illusionary and created by thought. You
have the ability to direct you own thinking. Choosing to
face the uncertainty of the future head on with enthusiasm
and vigor will propel you past your fears and into a life
of happiness and success.

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Dave Ferruolo is the Author of “Connecting with the Bliss
of Life,” and the forthcoming book “Achieving Life
Success.” He is an inspirational and motivational speaker,
success coach, consultant and spiritual counselor. Dave is
a former Navy SEAL, scuba diving instructor and an
adventure traveler. For more detailed information on Dave’s
books, lectures and other services, visit his website at
http://www.daveferruolo.com

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2005-10-10T19:50:00.000-07:00

This site is geared for health tips as well as losing weight support tips. I have been spending some time dealing with weight loss issues and thought it was time to throw in something about health related issues.
Four years ago I suffered from skin cancer and under went some surgery. Happily it has all been taken out but I am left with a nasty scar across my neck to remind me of how fragile life can be. Now adays cancer is creeping into too many of our lives without warning. Luckily we are in the day and age of modern medical technology which can give us all hope, but we still need to realize our own responsibilty in maintaining a healthy upkeeping.
I hopee the following information will help you to choose a healthy balanced diet so you can participate in a long and vibrant life.
Pass the Peas, Please
The teeny pea may pack a mighty anticancer punch.
Pack your pantry with bean, pea, and lentil soups to warm you up all season long. Peas, lentils, and beans contain a compound that a recent study revealed may help protect you against cancer. The compound, inositol pentakisphosphate, inhibits a key pathway in cancer cell growth. The discovery may one day lead to new cancer-fighting treatments.

RealAge Benefit: Eating a diverse diet that is low in calories and high in nutrients can make your RealAge as much as 4 years younger.

If you are interested in finding out what age your body is stating you are on your health go to http://realage.com and do your real age test today. It has great tips and options for you to become healthier and add more years to your life.

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2005-10-08T16:50:00.000-07:00

I woke up today a little depressed. It is thanksgiving weekend here in Canada and since I have a big family it means eating the whole weekend not just choosing a day to have a special meal. So, seeing as I am trying to lose weight, this holiday became an oppressor. But then I decided to check out some sites to see what I could eat without feeling guilty and having to exercise like a nut for the next week to burn off what I do indulge in. I was scanning through some sites and it occurred to me that the amount of "lose weight fast" scams out there were just as many as the "get rich quick" schemes I had come across. Why do we always have to have immediate gratification to feel like we are gaining anything? It is this type of thinking that has allowed up to be gullible to all the scams out there. I don't blame the scammers themselves. If we didn't want everything fast and easy they would have nothing to work with. I am sure everything is passed by the FDA. But the morality of it all is where it fails. I know myself because I was so desperate for quick results, I have bought into countless new weight loss gimics and been sorely disappointed not to mention hundreds of dollars poorer. Now, don't get me wrong there are products out there that truly work but only if used with a diligent effort on your own part to eat right and get fit.
Once again, all it takes to lose weight and get healthy is a conscious committed effort with a solid eating plan that incorporates all the four food groups. Common sense and a want to be the best that you can. How can you expect to buy that in a bottle? It is a process that takes time. You are essentially cheating yourself if you try to cut corners. The key is to finding something to appease the need to want that immediate gratification. Find another outlet for it that is just as satisfactory yet won't damage your goals and accomplishments thus far. Easier said than done, I know.
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2005-10-07T20:57:00.000-07:00

I am not feeling too well today so I am not full of any big moral support lines or even much to write about to stimulate you into a new weight loss goal. But I have done my usual researching on the net and hope the article I have come up with for you today gives you a boost in some way. Also if you want to go to prevention.com there are great soup recipes for the upcoming winter that are low in calories. I recommend the broccoli soup.
Follow our Weight Loss Tips and stay on track to lose weight and stay slim.

Did you know that simply changing the temperature of the water you drink can speed up your metabolism and burn more calories? Drink hot water!
Did you know that foods like bran cereal are more dense and will make you more full because your body cannot digest fiber?
Did you know that certain foods like rice work very well with liquids to expand in your stomach making you more satisfied?
Did you know that if you cut 3 tablespoons of butter per day from your diet you could drop 1 pound every 12 days just for not eating butter? Let's hope you don't actually eat 3 tablespoons of butter every day though!!!!
More Weight Loss Tips
Fat Loss versus Muscle Loss
To lose body fat you must eat fewer calories than your body burns off, so EAT LESS -- but you must NOT starve yourself, otherwise you will lose more muscle than fat!
Start eating 5-6 meals per day (space them out to about one every 3 hours). You are eating more often, but not necessarily more.
Increase your protein intake. Without protein your body cannot build new muscle. Protein also helps to increase your metabolism - which burns calories.
Increase you water intake. A good formula for this is to multiply your bodyweight by .66 to get the required number of ounces per day.
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2005-10-06T13:54:00.000-07:00

Yeah! I lost 2 pounds this last week. Now I know that really isn't a big deal(yeah yeah, only 48 more to go!), but the reason I am bringing it up is because I recently decided to stay home and start an online business from the comfort of my living room.
Access to the fridge whenever I get bored, lonely, or frustrated. Not a good thing. I had all these visions of gaining 2 pounds or more a week. I know it takes 3500 calories to put on a pound but not really hard to do when your cupoboards are full of pudding(145 calories a cup), cups of fruit(115 calories a cup), bags of mini chocolate bars(45 calories a bar), bags of fudgee cookies(110 for 2 cookies), marshmallows(100 calories a handful). You get my point. Keeping that in mind though I decided to really concentrate on staying out of thoses cupboards and keeping active. Since I don't have a set schedule anymore, when I do get the urge to binge I have taken on the habit(well too early to call a habit, so, habit in the making)of walking out the door and heading around the block to discuss with myself the true reason I am reaching for food. I have found that in the 20 minutes it takes to walk around my block I am no longer "hungry" when I get back inside. It is also helping me to associate my food habits with other psychological issues(but that is another subject).
I am still trying to incorporate better food into my diet. It is hard when you have been eating the same kinds of food for years. But I am starting with the concentrated effort. Here is a tip for you.
Another Point for Fiber
Fiber not only helps maintain healthy digestion, it also may help keep your blood vessels from narrowing.
Increasing fiber intake from cereal and whole grains appeared to slow blood vessel narrowing in a recent study. Narrowing blood vessels are commonly seen in people who have atherosclerosis, a progressive condition that can lead to heart attack or stroke. Add fiber-filled foods to your diet gradually to reduce the risk of bloating and stomach upset.

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2005-10-05T15:26:00.000-07:00

Today I was contemplating the thought that it seems when you go into clothes stores you have to go way into the back to find the "big girls" section. Then when you try clothes on it seems like whatever may fit you in the waist is way too short in the leg. Why do they think that overweight people are short? I mean I am not tall, I am 5'7 but when I go try a pair of pants on that are my waist size they look like floods. If I find pants that have the length, then I look like I have a "package" in places I really don't want. Is it so hard to design around the woman who has a few extra curves? Apparently so. If I could sew I bet I could make a killing in this department. But, alas, I can't sew or draw designs. Anyone else out there who can?
Here is my tip for today. I have found alot of useful info on his site.
"How To Lose-Weight Even... When You've Failed Before"
Slim Body Coach News
By Nutritionist Josh Bezoni

Hi Melanie,

My new post at http://www.slimbodycoach.com is called, "How to lose
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* How to stick with any diet over the long haul.

* The fastest way to lose stomach f.at.

* Why weight training matters.

* And more.

Plus, you can post your reply to this week's new question to
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2005-10-04T14:58:00.000-07:00

Do you know what commercial I really like in todays advertising world? It is the Dove commercial. It promotes the beauty in real people. There are pictures on there of older women with the real life sag and extra earned poundage from a long well lived life, it has the woman with no figure at all wearing normal every day clothes instead of designer brands, it has the woman without makeup or glamor hairdo. This is the real world. We are who we are, and we should not have to feel like we have to be the anerexic model types that other companies so like to promote. But, we still need to be healthy. That is what this site is about. Health and beauty. Not the constant urgency to lose pounds for the sake of the onlookers' approval based on societal standards. I am sure I am not alone in my thinking?
Here is a little snippet of info off of one of the sites I found for weight maintenance. Hope it helps. If you want to read more you could always go to http://uk.thefitmap.com
Starting a new diet
When you've decided to diet, how do you know the best way of starting a diet? With so much conflicting information out there, it can be daunting trying to figure out where to begin. If you're looking for lasting results, starting a diet means gathering as much information as you can. When starting a diet plan, you should have a clear, informed idea of your current health and fitness situation, and a realistic plan with attainable goals.

Before starting on the diet itself, visit health professionals like your doctor or personal trainer. They can give you an informed idea of your health and fitness levels. From this information you can set yourself specific goals. Instead of having a vague idea that you want to lose weight, you'll learn that your body fat percentage is ten percent above normal, and decide that you want to get it down to average level. Instead of thinking that you'd like to be fitter, you can decide to increase your upper body strength. Since these goals are specific, you'll work in a way that's geared to you and will bring recognizable results.

Next, learn how your body processes food, and how the various things we eat can affect this system. Dieting for lasting results is about making informed changes to the way you eat that can comfortably become part of your lifestyle. If you understand how your body converts food into energy, you will want to eat in a way that optimises that process. If you understand what various foods can do for you, dieting won't be about denial, it will be about giving your body what you know it needs.

Lastly, organize a support system and create prearranged goals at various stages that come with specific rewards. If you are operating within a plan with incentives in place and a network of people to help keep you on track, you will find the process more focused and therefore more satisfying and enjoyable.

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2005-10-03T15:34:00.000-07:00

I woke up today with the full intention of starting to change one more new thing in my diet. By my fourth coffee(triple,triple), I realized I had probably already consumed enough calories to negate any plan I had of diminishing my calorie intake for the day. So, keeping up with my promise to myself I decided that I would go for a walk. I went on to the prevention.com site and found a calorie counter for the exercise I allotted.
Here's how it works. You click on the activity you are going to participate in and log some info as to how long you will do it for, and your present weight. Then you click the button and it records the information for you.
I will give you my example. I chose: walk for pleasure(walking the dog).I chose 45 mins. which is my usual run up to my girlfriends house where I usually end up for a coffee. You see for me, I need to have a destination in mind to give me the momentum to get out and do it. And then I logged my weight of 195 pounds(normally I would hesitate to express just how much I weigh but since this is supposed to be our shared moral support site, I need to let you know). The end number claculated was 232.72 calories burned. Or as I like the way they put it:
1/2 cup - Haagen-Dazs ice cream
or
1 Bratwurst Sausage
or
2-oz. Croissant
or
1-Hot dog
or
16 fl. oz. Snapple Kiwi Strawberry
Make you feel better? Gives you an idea of just how many claories are in foods. It was kind of scary for me the first time I checked; finding out that something so simple as a piece of bread (plain) had 70 calories. Ouch. I was starting to see just how easy it was to gain weight without a concentrated effort to maintain. If I want to burn 310 calories I just need to walk another 15 mins.
So go ahead. Go to prevention.com and find your own activity to calculate.

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2005-10-02T16:59:00.000-07:00

Okay, so for all you fellow Canadians this is a scary time. Thanksgiving is next weekend and the treats that will be available and irresistible are abundant.What are you going to do? Fast for the three days before, so you can pig out to your hearts delight? Not good, we all know that.
One of the biggest problems I have, is the inconsistent eating schedule. I am not a morning eater. When I was growing up breakfast was not an enjoyable experience so I learned to skip it and wait for lunch. By then my body was so hungry I usually ended up eating junk instead of something healthy. Besides, your body goes into "fast mode" if you do not ply it with constant nourishment. So, although I do not eat large quantities anymore, my body still stays in the "fast mode" and holds on to any food I do consume. This is the biggest thing for me. I have trained my body to not eat regularly and now my brain doesn't give the message to my stomach until the physical aspect of it takes over and my stomach protests on its own. Then my brain is "reminded" that my body hasn't been nourished.
In todays society it is so easy to skip a meal. There are tons of ads that rely on the fact that we are too busy to stop and eat properly. There are the instant breakfast shakes, the 2 minute microwave meals, and countless other products designed for the "family on the go".
So, what do we do? Do we buy into the idea and go and pay a ridiculous amount for a quick no nonsense substitute? Or do we rearrange our schedules so we can have all pre-made meals the night before that we can grab on the way out the door? I was constantly saying "I don't have time to eat healthy!" But the more I thought about it I realized that the amount of time I spent polluting my body and mistreating it with instant gratification measures to satiate my pallet, I could be preparing something good for myself. Healthy food is not always awful "sawdust for flavor" food. Fruit is one of the best sources of vitamins and nutrients. It can fill you up if you have more than one, and fruits come in all sorts of flavor sensations. Changing our diet and your lifestyle is a step at a time, not an instant overnight result. It is a process. Like any other process in our life it takes time, consistency and constant effort. A positive attitude will take you further than you expected. So, don't get all down and depressed with the upcoming holiday. Eat what you will. Just make a deal with yourself. Go for a walk after you enjoy the sumptuous feast. Have fruit instead of that second piece of pie. Or just share a piece with a loved one. You get the taste fulfillment without the added guilt.
Whatever you do: Don't beat yourself up if you indulge. I am not saying it is a healthy thing to do. But the added psychological stress once you have indulged and didn't want to, does not help your body to rebound back. Get over it. Tomorrow is another day to start again. Maintenance is the key.
I have not lost another pound in 5 months since I lost my original 35 pounds. I have even added a pound or two over the months. But my body equals itself out by the way I have been training my body. Instead of getting depressed about the fact I still have 50 pounds to go,I feel good for every day that I can maintain. You know the saying "Two steps forward, one step back"? Well, it's still progress. It all depends on your perspective.
I am reviewing more articles to bring you helpful tips for a healthier life. I will keep you posted as I find them. Until then, keep a stiff upper lip. A positive attitude, and a lock on your "goodie cupboard". Just a little bit of humour there for you. A healthy outlook on life is one step closer to a healthy body.

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2005-09-30T11:22:00.000-07:00

Hello to all you fellow weight watchers out there. I know this is a popular subject, and just punching in those two words "weight watchers" in a search engine would pull up pages and pages of articles for review. And honestly, who has the time. But, I apparently do because I have been researching various sites for years. Now I don't know if I will be able to provide anything new for you but I am really not starting this blog for that reason.
I am here for free moral support. I am obsessed with my weight. I know that sounds awful but I am. I look in every mirror I pass and grimmace. (I even scan the windows of buildings as I walk past). I watch couples as they walk by and wonder if their size has an impact on their intimacy. I am constantly berating myself for being so shallow but I can't seem to stop the insanity. I have been brainwashed to believe if I lost my 50 pounds I am over weight that I will instantly be more successful in everything I do in life. Lame, I know. Now I did just lose 32 pounds and do you think that had any effect on me? Not the way it should have. Instead all my inner self had to say was "woopie, now you still have 50 to go). Now I realize as I type this you must be thinking, why would I want moral support from such a pessimist? This isn't support. I agree it doesn't sound like support does it? That is why I created this blog. I want to stop the insanity and I thought if I started a project to reach out to others who have been having the same horrible second-guessing- thoughts running through their heads, than maybe I would feel inspired and we could meet on a higher plane together. It would give me a reson to research positive things. Also I am hoping I can get some input from the average every day weight watcher on their special tips and motivational perks.
So, here is the lastest article I have to share with you. Here's to losing weight and living life completely the way were meant to!

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