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You may have heard of the 'Mediterranean Diet'. It is well known to be one of the healthiest eating regimes known to man as well as an effective and powerful deterrent against heart disease, cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
What you might not know is that if applied in the correct way this type of diet can also be used as an extremely effective means of losing weight - and a lot of it!!
Losing weight AND improving your health at the same time? Unheard of - until now!
Unlike 'fad' diets which are primarily designed for extreme weight-loss, the Mediterranean Diet actually works WITH your metabolism to achieve long-term and permanent results. The speed that you lose weight could be slightly slower but the end result is MUCH better.
Diets such as the 'Atkins' or the 'Cabbage Soup', apart from being dangerously unhealthy, have been shown to make the dieter lose water rather than actual fat - this can be extremely counter-productive.
If weight is lost too quickly there can be up to a 6% loss of muscle tissue as well as any fat or water lost. As a result, when the weight eventually returns - and it always does - more fat actually replaces the lost muscle which means the dieter will end up being fatter than he was before!!
To lose weight effectively, the method has to be realistic and according to research carried out by Harvard University, the Mediterranean Diet is the solution.
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Monday, August 17, 2009
The Mediterranean Diet
“The secrets of long-term weight reduction and disease prevention”.
‘The Mediterranean diet’ is probably the most realistic and safest way not only to lose weight, but to also help prevent serious diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
There have been countless studies on this type of diet by scientists keen to discover why heart problems and obesity are so low in the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea.
This nutritional concept includes a high consumption of fruit, vegetables and grains, a medium consumption of olive oil, fish and white meat and a low consumption of red meat, dairy products and saturated fats. Red wine also plays a part in some versions of this diet as it contains powerful anti-oxidants called ‘polyphenols’ which offer protection against cardiovascular diseases. In fact the ‘American Heart Association’ refers to the ‘Mediterranean Diet’ as the ‘gold standard’ in heart disease prevention.
The most important element in this diet is ‘olive oil’ which acts as a healthy substitute for commonly used saturated fats such as butter and margarine. Studies by various institutions including ‘The Harvard School of Public Health’ have discovered that olive oil contains extremely beneficial properties which can lower the risk of coronary heart disease by reducing blood cholesterol levels.
This research also found that patients with ‘hypertension’ who purposely switched to a diet with a high olive oil consumption were able to reduce their ‘anti-hypertensive’ drug dose by up to 50%!!
Olive oil is also thought to lead to a reduced risk of some cancers and even diabetes.
One of the other key aspects of the ‘Mediterranean Diet’ is the low consumption of dairy products such as cheese, cream and milk. The belief for instance that cows’ milk is beneficial as it contains calcium is far from the truth. Research has shown that as the calcium in cows’ milk is pasteurized, it is therefore inorganic meaning it becomes largely unusable in the human body. Did you also realize that full fat milk is mainly made up of puss cells? Vegetables, especially root vegetables are much better sources of calcium.
A diet low in dairy products will not only make you feel less lethargic, it will boost your energy and improve the condition of your skin. This will obviously be beneficial to those who suffer from skin problems such as psoriasis and eczema.
The ‘Mediterranean Diet’ is without doubt the only option you should consider in any effort to lose weight. Many popular diets like those of the ‘high-protein’ variety are extremely harmful and although they sometimes succeed in delivering their promises of ‘shedding weight’, the chances of keeping this weight off are very unlikely. Extreme dietary modifications are impractical - if not impossible - for most people to maintain on a long-term basis.
Due to the fact the majority of these diets do not even incorporate a consistent or stable eating program, the noticeable reduction in weight is actually the body’s loss of water rather than actual fat.
If weight is lost too quickly there can also be up to a 6% loss of muscle tissue along with any fat lost. If the weight is then re-gained, MORE fat replaces the lost muscle. This usually means you will eventually become FATTER after finishing the diet!
The simple fact is, if you want to successfully lose weight for the long-term and protect yourself from illness, the ‘Mediterranean Diet’ is the diet for you!
Learn More
‘The Mediterranean diet’ is probably the most realistic and safest way not only to lose weight, but to also help prevent serious diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
There have been countless studies on this type of diet by scientists keen to discover why heart problems and obesity are so low in the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea.
This nutritional concept includes a high consumption of fruit, vegetables and grains, a medium consumption of olive oil, fish and white meat and a low consumption of red meat, dairy products and saturated fats. Red wine also plays a part in some versions of this diet as it contains powerful anti-oxidants called ‘polyphenols’ which offer protection against cardiovascular diseases. In fact the ‘American Heart Association’ refers to the ‘Mediterranean Diet’ as the ‘gold standard’ in heart disease prevention.
The most important element in this diet is ‘olive oil’ which acts as a healthy substitute for commonly used saturated fats such as butter and margarine. Studies by various institutions including ‘The Harvard School of Public Health’ have discovered that olive oil contains extremely beneficial properties which can lower the risk of coronary heart disease by reducing blood cholesterol levels.
This research also found that patients with ‘hypertension’ who purposely switched to a diet with a high olive oil consumption were able to reduce their ‘anti-hypertensive’ drug dose by up to 50%!!
Olive oil is also thought to lead to a reduced risk of some cancers and even diabetes.
One of the other key aspects of the ‘Mediterranean Diet’ is the low consumption of dairy products such as cheese, cream and milk. The belief for instance that cows’ milk is beneficial as it contains calcium is far from the truth. Research has shown that as the calcium in cows’ milk is pasteurized, it is therefore inorganic meaning it becomes largely unusable in the human body. Did you also realize that full fat milk is mainly made up of puss cells? Vegetables, especially root vegetables are much better sources of calcium.
A diet low in dairy products will not only make you feel less lethargic, it will boost your energy and improve the condition of your skin. This will obviously be beneficial to those who suffer from skin problems such as psoriasis and eczema.
The ‘Mediterranean Diet’ is without doubt the only option you should consider in any effort to lose weight. Many popular diets like those of the ‘high-protein’ variety are extremely harmful and although they sometimes succeed in delivering their promises of ‘shedding weight’, the chances of keeping this weight off are very unlikely. Extreme dietary modifications are impractical - if not impossible - for most people to maintain on a long-term basis.
Due to the fact the majority of these diets do not even incorporate a consistent or stable eating program, the noticeable reduction in weight is actually the body’s loss of water rather than actual fat.
If weight is lost too quickly there can also be up to a 6% loss of muscle tissue along with any fat lost. If the weight is then re-gained, MORE fat replaces the lost muscle. This usually means you will eventually become FATTER after finishing the diet!
The simple fact is, if you want to successfully lose weight for the long-term and protect yourself from illness, the ‘Mediterranean Diet’ is the diet for you!
Learn More
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10 Ways To Stay Healthy
If you wish to enjoy the pleasures of life, you have to stay healthy. To stay healthy you have to give up certain undesirable habits and maintain discipline in your eating and living habits. Given below are the ten commandments of staying healthy.
1.Do not smoke and avoid smokers? It is an established fact that the risk factor of getting lung cancer and heart attack due to smoking is extremely high. With over 300,000 Americans dying every year due to lung cancer, it makes sense to quit smoking and to avoid smokers, as passive smoking is as dangerous as active smoking. Did you know that nearly three quarters of the deaths caused by emphysema and bronchitis are the direct results of smoking? If you are a smoker, you should stop smoking right away.
2.Take balanced nutritious diet and maintain your Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18.5 and 24.8?Your body needs vitamins, proteins, minerals, and carbohydrates in the right proportion through a balanced diet. This will maintain the right weight, lessen the fat in your body, minimize the aging process, improve the immune and cardiovascular system, and regulate sugar and cholesterol levels. It will also prevent the BMI from going up as a high BMI indicates extra weight, which is very risky.
3.Stay away from alcohol?Alcohol harms the central nervous system and the heart functions, causes stomach ailments, damages the liver, and can cause blackouts. The biggest risk of taking alcohol is that you can get addicted to it leading to many health risks. You should avoid alcohol if you want to lead a healthy life.
4.Daily exercise is essential?A minimum of 10 to 15 minutes of exercise every day is required for good health and for avoiding many diseases. You should walk at least 5000 steps daily. In your daily activities, you should avoid elevators and walk up the stairs. Instead of walking, you should do some running.
5.Get enough sleep at night?It is very important to sleep right as a good night?s sleep will rejuvenate you. Without proper sleep, the above tips will prove futile.
6.Get all your vaccinations?Your body is exposed to illnesses all the time. In order to build up the body?s immune system so that antibodies are produced to fight these illnesses, vaccines are required. It is, therefore, essential to get all of the vaccinations.
7.Use the correct condoms?Find the right condom, as there are many shapes, sizes, and colors available.
8.Visit the doctor regularly?Visiting the doctor regularly will allow an early diagnosis of any ailment so that it can be treated more easily.
9.Recognize your body symptoms and signs: It is essential to know your body as the signs and symptoms it shows are indicative of impending diseases. As such, you should be able to recognize these symptoms so that corrective measures can be taken on time.
10.Stick to your therapy: People infected with HIV have a new lease of life with the Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART). However, there are some problems also. Successful treatment requires strict compliance to your regimen. The above tips will help you.
It is not difficult to follow the above suggestions. All that you need is a little bit of determination and discipline to get on the road to good health.
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1.Do not smoke and avoid smokers? It is an established fact that the risk factor of getting lung cancer and heart attack due to smoking is extremely high. With over 300,000 Americans dying every year due to lung cancer, it makes sense to quit smoking and to avoid smokers, as passive smoking is as dangerous as active smoking. Did you know that nearly three quarters of the deaths caused by emphysema and bronchitis are the direct results of smoking? If you are a smoker, you should stop smoking right away.
2.Take balanced nutritious diet and maintain your Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18.5 and 24.8?Your body needs vitamins, proteins, minerals, and carbohydrates in the right proportion through a balanced diet. This will maintain the right weight, lessen the fat in your body, minimize the aging process, improve the immune and cardiovascular system, and regulate sugar and cholesterol levels. It will also prevent the BMI from going up as a high BMI indicates extra weight, which is very risky.
3.Stay away from alcohol?Alcohol harms the central nervous system and the heart functions, causes stomach ailments, damages the liver, and can cause blackouts. The biggest risk of taking alcohol is that you can get addicted to it leading to many health risks. You should avoid alcohol if you want to lead a healthy life.
4.Daily exercise is essential?A minimum of 10 to 15 minutes of exercise every day is required for good health and for avoiding many diseases. You should walk at least 5000 steps daily. In your daily activities, you should avoid elevators and walk up the stairs. Instead of walking, you should do some running.
5.Get enough sleep at night?It is very important to sleep right as a good night?s sleep will rejuvenate you. Without proper sleep, the above tips will prove futile.
6.Get all your vaccinations?Your body is exposed to illnesses all the time. In order to build up the body?s immune system so that antibodies are produced to fight these illnesses, vaccines are required. It is, therefore, essential to get all of the vaccinations.
7.Use the correct condoms?Find the right condom, as there are many shapes, sizes, and colors available.
8.Visit the doctor regularly?Visiting the doctor regularly will allow an early diagnosis of any ailment so that it can be treated more easily.
9.Recognize your body symptoms and signs: It is essential to know your body as the signs and symptoms it shows are indicative of impending diseases. As such, you should be able to recognize these symptoms so that corrective measures can be taken on time.
10.Stick to your therapy: People infected with HIV have a new lease of life with the Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART). However, there are some problems also. Successful treatment requires strict compliance to your regimen. The above tips will help you.
It is not difficult to follow the above suggestions. All that you need is a little bit of determination and discipline to get on the road to good health.
Learn More
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Sunday, August 2, 2009
How to live a healthy life
- Step 1
1.Drink Alcohol in Moderation: If you choose to drink alcohol, the key to a healthy lifestyle is moderation
-Known the alcohol content of different drinks
-DO NOT mix alcohol and drugs
-DO NOT Drink and Drive
-DO NOT drink if pregnant
-DO NOT make drinking a habit - Step 2
2. Check Up on Your Health: The key to staying well and living long is catching a problem before they become serious
-Get regular medical checkups
-Ask about immunization: Women planning pregnancies should review their immunization status before conceiving. If you are over age 65 - you may need to immunization for INFLUENZA and PNEUMONIA. - Step 3
3. Eat Healthfully: A proper diet can help prevent illness
-Select foods with important nutrients
-Protein: 15% of calories
-Carbohydrates: 50% of calories
-Fats: less than 30% of calories
-Fibers: 25 - 30g daily
-Vitamins and minerals: A, B6, C, D, calcium, sodium, iron ...
-Watch calories
-Eat unprocessed foods
-Drink plenty of water
-Watch fat and cholesterol
-Reduce salts and sugars
-Get into good eating habits - Step 4
4. Prevent Drug Abuse
-Learn about ANY drug you take!
-Avoid drug abuse situations
-Use medication ONLY as directed - Step 5
5. Exercise
-Begin an exercise program
-Choose a workout that you enjoy
-Begin gradually
-Use the right equipment
-Exercise the entire body
-Warmup before and cool down after
-Make working out a habit: write down your workouts and set goals!
-Find an exercise partner
-DONT workout every day; break up your workouts with a day off in between - Step 6
6. Stay Safe
-Protect yourself when playing any sport
-Wear sunblock when outdoors
-Accident proof your home; CLEAN UP THE CLUTTER!
-Wear a seat belt
-Practice safe sex
-Have a list of emergency phone numbers - Step 7
7. Get Good Sleep
-Exercise and eat right; Just not before you go to sleep
-Limit caffeine intake
-STOP smoking
-Avoid drinking a "nightcap"
-Make your sleeping environment as quiet and comfortable as possible
-ROUTINE, ROUTINE, ROUTINE!
-Put your mind at ease - Step 8
8. Manage Stress
-Identify the problem
-Practice relaxation techniques
-Use medications if needed
-Change the way you behave; think positive not negative - Step 9
9. Avoid Tobacco
-DO NOT start
-Teach your children
-Set a quit date and stick to it!
-Become smoke-free in your home - Step 10
10. Control your weight
-Strike a balance between calories you take in and calories you burn
-Eat Less
-Eat small and sensible portions
-Avoid fats and grease
-Avoid eating late at night: THIS IS A BIG ONE!
-Exercise
-Be patient
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