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"Man, that Brad Pitt has kept his looks don't you think?" My wife asked aloud absentmindedly the other day.
"I am still in the room." I said as she disappeared into the screen.
I have been a fitness buff my whole life and I have metamorphasized myself into a…
Let us first define what is thyroid, the root word of hypothyroidism. Thyroid is one of the biggest endocrine glands in our body. It is found in the neck. It controls how fast our body uses energy, produces proteins, and how sensitive our body should be to other hormones. The…
While most of the attention is drawn to losing pregnancy weight after childbirth few women focus their attention to their weight during their pregnancy. This is unfortunate because so much depends on your health and nutrition throughout your pregnancy. Not only does it affect the health of your baby but…
You might find it difficult to go to the beach or a public place wearing shoes or sandals that reveal your toenails. With the thought of people being able to see your feet, you cover them up and hide them. Sound like you? There are millions of people who have…
In our days, the pharmaceutical industry can take care of our need for medicine. However, until lately, it was the apothecary himself who would make the mixtures and pills for his customers. Earlier again, it was the wise women and men who would pick and treat the right herbs.
Anyway,…
By:
Britt Malka in
Health and Fitness
May 08, 2011
From the typical person, to actors and film stars, everyone is making an attempt to burn off some poundage around the belly. With so many diet plans on the market no wonder every person is getting confused as to how to burn belly fat fast. No matter what time of…
The newly released Weight Watchers Points Plus Program is the latest and potentially the best change in the program’s history.Weight Watchers has been a successful weight loss program for many years, offering hope to people struggling to lose weight through a system of diet modification, healthy life style choices and…
A whey protein drink is a great way to keep healthy when you have a fast schedule, erratic appetite, or maybe don't like to cook. Whey protein is good for muscle building, and keeping you energized. It is also instrumental in staying in a higher metabolism fat burning mode.
Protein…
What are the origins of Reflexology
Reflexology was practiced for many thousands of years in China , India and Egypt before being popularised and promoted in the West. Shortly after the turn of the last century, a Dr. William Fitzgerald introduced, into the USA, a fore runner of Reflexology he…
I imagine that at some point in our lives, we all wish we could or would run a marathon, but life is busy and often we fail. I have over 20 years experience as a physical therapist and a lifetime experiences as an athlete and avid fitness fan. Below will…
So many people want to know how to gain muscle and lose fat to achieve a muscular toned body. This article will discuss one strategy that has been proven to be especially useful for the purpose of both gaining muscle and losing fat. This strategy overcomes the one inherent problem…
Women who are pregnant are typically lectured about the dangers of drinking alcohol and cigarette smoking but several recent studies suggest that they need to be told about the various dangers that excess weight can pose to themselves and to their unborn children. Doctors are now being urged to use…
Are you starting a weight loss program? It may be useful to know these simple tips and tricks to make your weight loss program more effective! In this article I am going to talk about several ways in which you can better achieve your weight loss goals. Much of this…
Low thyroid levels where the needed hormones to keep our body balanced and functioning well, can affect us in drastic ways. Real food derived vitamins can help. Before you get to the point where your doctor advises drug therapy, you might want to try some easy to get and healthy…
Global warming has even had an impact on colognes for men. Last year we saw the diminishing of vetiver based, light and invigorating fragrances and the stampede of warm woody scents were making their footprint in Bvlgari Man, Bleu de Chanel, Comme des Garcon’s Wonderwood, Dsquared2 He Wood, Kenzo Homme…
If you want to have the same high energy levels all throughout the day, what is your healthy choice for a boost? Can you imagine a better healthy brain power stimulant than coffee? Coffee is accepted as a tolerable, tasty, convenient and not too expensive product, if you need something…
Nail fungus treatment over the counter medications are the most common used medications when compared to prescribed medication, for the simple reason that they are 100% natural. So why are there so many mixed reviews on the use of all natural medications? Often times the honest truth is not told…
The 17 Day Diet book, which was written by Dr. Mike Moreno, has opened up another avenue for people to lose weight without having to dread mealtime. The new method, which a lot of people have testified positively to, provides users with a system of losing weight that does not…
Cellulite dimples can appear out of no-where, and can affect just about any part of your body. The most common problem area's for cellulite formation is the legs, thighs, buttocks, arms, and stomach.
What causes cellulite dimples? An accumulation of fat that has built up over time, resting underneath the…
The term ‘brain health’ literally gets millions of searches on web every year. Millions! People are looking for ways to keep their brain “fit” to keep Alzheimer’s at bay, to keep sharp and alert, to improve memory, to learn faster, to retain more information, and on and on and on.…
Myth #1 – Abdomen workouts alone will be enough to bring out your Six Pack Abs!
Last year a friend asked me if I knew of some abdomen workouts that would help him eliminate his abdominal fat. He had noticed that he was growing a little large in the midsection…
Mental attitude has an enormous part as a role played in weight loss. If you want to succeed in the goals you have for yourself, it's important to keep a positive mental attitude.
One of the best ways to keep a positive attitude while trying to lose weight is practicing…
There are many quit smoking products on the market which are designed to help people who desperately want to stop smoking do so in a safe and hassle free manner. Unfortunately it is very difficult to just quit smoking on your own without any sort of product to help you…
Your body needs sleep for many reasons. To heal, to grow and well...to rest. We all live stressful lives and one of the best ways to reduce anxiety naturally is to ensure that we get a great night's sleep. Many people struggle with how to sleep better, but there are…
By:
Grace in
Health and Fitness
Jul 28, 2011
It's bad enough to be diagnosed with fibroids at any time, but if you are yet to complete your family, or haven't even had your first child, then the news that you have fibroids can be devastating. However, the news might not be as bad as you first think. Dealing…
It sounds too good to be true, but it’s not as far fetched as it might seem. Society has been inundated with misinformation about how fat in diet programs ought to be addressed and dealt with. This article is here to clear the air and reveal that fat in diet…
In this modern world we live in, there are countless ways on how to look prettier and younger. Practices have sprouted here and there, so as with medications and innumerable techniques. A lot of people do not mind spending hundreds, and even thousands of dollars just to achieve that younger…
It’s all in the mind, baby.
One of the biggest stumbling blocks in body building for skinny guys often resides in their heads. No, it’s not that their head or brain is too big for their body, (although some might disagree with me on that) but it is the mental…
By:
Patrick Schwalbe in
Health and Fitness
Jul 10, 2011
There's no getting away from the fact that tans are considered a symbol of beauty and health. Tanning salons are still thriving with customers flocking to them daily in order to get or maintain their sun tan and sun tanning beds are a popular way to get that bronzed look…
Most people assume that if a doctor has never told them they have allergies, that they don’t. However, knowing if you have allergies requires using common sense and taking some self-responsibility for your body. If you eat a cheese pizza for dinner one night and feel extremely tired afterward or…
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