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40s And 50s Health Focus

February 25, 2011 By HeadHoncho

We believe that your 40s and 50s really can be the best time of your life. You know yourself and are clear on your likes and dislikes. You should be feeling at your most confident and have probably already achieved a lot in your life, maybe having had children or an established career to feel proud of. For many of us during this period our children will become more independent, leaving time to pursue hobbies and interests that you couldn’t find time for before. For those who are in relationships this may mean spending more quality time together. For those who are not, you can get out and meet others, including potential partners, with a real sense of self and a freedom that you may not have experienced for years. Some of you may choose this time of life to begin a family. The truth is that these days your 40s and 50s may bring a huge variety of experiences and you are ready for them; with experience and wisdom on your side!

Sleep and relaxation. You may find that you require more sleep over these years than you did in your 20s and 30s so try to aim for an early night, around 10pm, two to three times a week. Ensuring that you have had these extra hours sleep will not only increase energy levels during the day but it will also help you to remain youthful looking. For those of you with young children ‘power napping’ could be the answer; it really does work!

Diet. Issues concerning inflammation, dehydration and cardiovascular health can become more common place as we get older so, as always, drink plenty of bottled or filtered water every day. Omega oils are thought to be helpful for cardiovascular health and inflammation so it may be worth considering a supplement. Ginger and garlic can also be helpful and delicious inflammation fighting additions to the diet; we love adding fresh grated ginger to smoothies for a really zingy taste! As in your 20s and 30s eat fresh foods wherever possible and include plenty of wholegrains, pulses, lean meats, fish, fruit and vegetables. Try eating these items in four or five small meals a day rather than three larger portions, it will help to keep your metabolism ticking over at a healthy rate and your energy levels at an optimum. For women it may be worth increasing your calcium intake during these years, either by way of a supplement or by increasing (low fat) dairy intake. For men, cut your cholesterol and help to keep blood pressure low with orange juice and beetroot as part of your regular diet.

Activities. Stay active with regular brisk walks, cycling, swimming, dancing or whatever else takes your fancy!

Always consult a medical professional before embarking on a new exercise or health regime.

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7 Symptoms Of An Unhealthy Diet!

February 23, 2011 By HeadHoncho

I think you would be rather surprised to know how your body reacts when you do not feed it properly. If you are experiencing any of the 7 symptoms I am sharing with you today, then you will want to consider eating a more healthy and balanced diet. I will be providing you with more information on healthy eating at the end of the article. So make sure to read the entire article!

The 7 most common symptoms I have encountered with current and past clients along with people I consult will be listed in no particular order. Once they optimized their body to act naturally and heal itself without polluting it with bogus prescriptions, magic pills, or topical cremes they never looked back.

1) Foggy Thinking
2) Fat Gain
3) Low Energy
4) Anxiety
5) Acne
6) Headaches
7) Depression

A healthy and balanced out diet and lifestyle will help you put your body back in its normal state so everything functions like it should. After your body is back in a state of balance it can perform like it’s supposed to without you wasting your money on bogus products that only treat the symptoms of your problem, not the source.

If you catch yourself over hungry, too full, relying on stimulants, having sugar cravings, run down, and not feeling well you will need to do some things to put your body back in a state of well-being. Your body can get natural sources of energy from high nutrient dense food that will help clear up the foggy thinking, help you lose weight, get more energy, relax, clear up your skin, relieve headaches, and help with depression.

You must be aware of common “health foods” that are disguised versions of candy bars, high sugar drinks, full of sweeteners, low-calorie dinners, and processed foods. The chemicals used to make these foods and process them are likely to support the 7 symptoms listed above.

It’s time to start thinking about treating your body from the inside out. The better stuff you put inside the better results you will see on the outside. That morning coffee, soda, or energy drink might give you a temporary “boost” of energy but eventually your body will crash from spending too much energy breaking it down. It’s REALLY a double negative.

Thanks for reading and make sure to check out the article I will provide for you below to help you find better sources to put in your diet!

Jeff Kappel
Certified Personal Trainer

Founder: http://freakyfastfatloss.com/truth-about-diets

http://bodyonabudget.com

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Varicose Veins – How to Recognize Them and What to Do

February 10, 2011 By HeadHoncho

Many individuals are troubled by varicose veins. Some 15 percent of the population will suffer from this condition during the course of their lives. Varicose veins are those that just below the surface and tend to look unsightly. They are caused by swollen or weakened veins just under the surface of the skin. They are also caused by veins stretching and losing elasticity as a result of aging. They are common in women from ages 30 to 60. It is not caused by pregnancy but the condition can be worse during that time. These veins are not dangerous in themselves, but are cosmetically unattractive.

Symptoms
The symptoms are pain or aching in the legs while standing. It can also be experienced as itching and burning in the legs. The veins may become inflamed and bluish in color. Sufferers also might experience bulging and twisting of the veins. These veins are subject to also developing a brownish pigment if they go on too long.

Causes of varicose veins
These are varied and many. Most of the causes have to do with as we mentioned, stretched out veins. They can also have to do with valve damage to the veins, or some sort of injury to the legs and veins themselves. Those who have a family history of these veins are under greater risk for developing them at sometime in their lives.

Diagnosis
These veins can be diagnosed by a physician or a vascular specialist. There are many doctors in who can diagnose and treat these veins based on a patient history and examination of the veins. They will many times use an ultrasound as well to track the movement of the blood through the veins. Oftentimes the blood flow through the vein is slowed when varicose veins are present.

Treatment
Treatment of these veins can be accomplished by a number of methods. Probably the best known and most effective of these treatments with mild varicose veins entails the use of compression stockings. They can also be treated by elevating the legs or walking short distances. More serious cases could be treated by a method which is known as the closure method. The closure method involves using radio waves to close the veins and reroute the blood flow naturally to healthier veins in the body. It is growing in popularity as a non surgical alternative for varicose veins.

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Top Ten Health Tips

February 4, 2011 By HeadHoncho

With the ever increasing pace of a modern lifestyle, we often forget to pay attention to the needs of our body which normally warns us before shutting down while we are too busy to listen. These health tips are a reality check for those who have relegated a mere secondary importance to their health and now find themselves looking for easy solutions to put their lives back in order. So look no further than these tips which will give you an easy way out of your health related disorders.

1. Have a healthy diet.

A diet rich in calcium, proteins and vitamins will boost your energy, give your body the nourishment and growth impetus as well as fill up the nutritional deficiencies anywhere in your body. Stay away from baked goods made with white flour and instead go for fibre-rich fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains. You must never miss your breakfast nor compromise on the dinner.

2. De addict from medicines.

Its true. Continued dependency on medicines for most ailments reduces the ability of our body’s own natural immunity system to react back and fight the disease-causing organisms. Take a chance for once during any flu cum fever attack the next time it occurs by not taking any analgesics or anti-allergics and the next time you will find such fever episodes recurring after much prolonged durations than ever before. However, this does not pertain to surgery cases which must be referred to authorized specialist for expert treatment.

3. Have a sound sleep.

Sound sleep is a must to give your body the necessary jump start for the next day. A minimum of eight hours sleep for adults, 10 hours for children and 12 hours or more is required for the infants for whom the normal growth period occurs during sleep hours.

4. Give yourself a stress break.

Stress significantly reduces our performance and is a serious threat to our health. Failure to deal with stress is a common cause of heart attacks and other mental disorders such as depression, anxiety and panic attacks. The most useful stress coping techniques include self suggestion, turning your anxiety into energy or taking some time off in the shape of a holiday or a small stretch cum stress break.

5. Drink plenty of fluids.

Fluids wash away the harmful acids from abdomen and regulate body’s urinary functions while keeping the kidney in good shape. Drinking plenty of water; specially in the morning; will keep your uric acid in limit besides preventing you from developing respiratory problems including cough and chest congestion. Moreover, drinking upto eight glasses of water a day will keep your skin fresh and make your face radiant.

6. Exercise at least once a day.

You must go for exercise at least once a day to keep yourself fit and strong. This exercise may constitute weight training, a brisk walk on the track or some healthy sport. Overall any exercise is useful which increases the heart beating rate to more than usual and keeps it there for at least a minute.

7. Adopt a healthy lifestyle.

Sit less, move more. Don’t stick to TV all the time and instead read a book or a novel. Take time out for a walk in your garden or in the neighbouring park just to refresh yourself. Give yourself a break and enjoy vacations. Eat vegetables, fruit and white meat instead of junk and processed food. This will add life to your years as well as years to your life.

8. Connect to your loved ones.

People who connect to their loved ones live the longest. Sharing a good time with family and friends besides retaining close social contacts with them helps you relieve stress and endure through difficult times easily.

9. Quit Smoking.

Smoking remains one of the major causes of heart attack and cancer despite being a major contributor towards aging in both men and women. So, say no to smoking and live a long and healthy life.

10. Keep your brain active.

Play chess, meet online friends, read books, learn to play a musical instrument or explore the world of sport hacking. Keep yourself busy doing anything that stimulates your mind and keep it versatile and active. This will not only prevent you from boredom but will also contribute towards a healthier and productive lifestyle.

These health tips will keep you fit, sturdy and in a good mental and physical shape. Besides, these tips will also directly contribute towards your beauty too since beauty and health is intricately knitted together. Remember, in the end its not the years in life, but the life in those years which really counts.

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