Jan 14

3 Simple Steps to Increase Metabolism

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Learn to Improve Metabolism to Lose Weight Effectively There are many different ways to increase metabolism, but if you’re trying to lose weight, some methods work better than others. Why? Because some metabolism diet tricks actually cause weight gain. Yep, that’s right. They cause your body to get bigger instead of helping you to slim down. So how do you sort through the science to find effective metabolism-boosting strategies? First, it’s important to learn what not to do when you’re trying to slim down.   Dos Keep a food journal Increase your daily activity Enjoy favorite treats as a reward   Don’ts Follow fad diets Take diet supplements Consume energy drinks   How to Increase Metabolism You’ve probably seen plenty of articles online and in magazines that teach you how to increase metabolism. Many times they suggest that you eat a hearty breakfast or snack throughout the day to burn more calories. The problem with those methods is that they boost your metabolic rate and your calorie intake at the same time. In fact, they often boost your calorie intake more than they increase metabolism. So the end result is that your body gets bigger instead of smaller. There’s nothing […]
Jan 14

Before and after your exercise, here’s what to eat for stamina, weight loss

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If you want to lose weight and gain the benefits of exercise, don’t workout on an empty stomach. Here’s what experts recommend you eat before, during and after your workout. Do you hit the gym regularly and follow a healthy diet? Yet your efforts may go to waste if you don’t eat the right things before and after the workout. “If you are working out, you need to follow a particular diet for optimum weight loss. It should be a balanced diet and will depend on your age and activity level,” says Usha Kiran Sisodia, Head dietician, Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital. If you are confused about what to eat before, during and after your workout, we offer you a nutritionist-recommended guide on how to plan it: You can have a healthy drink such as a protein smoothie made with yoghurt or coconut milk with banana and some berries as a pre-workout meal.   Before the workout You must keep a gap of at least 20 minutes to half-an-hour between the meal and the exercise session. “Have simple carbohydrates such as fruits (200gm) or dates (50gm) with some probiotics and 10 soaked and peeled almonds,” says Sisodia. The type of fitness […]
Jan 14

5 Good Habits That Might Cause Premature Aging

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When does something healthy become unhealthy? When you do it too much, to the exclusion of other choices   Like most of us, you’ve probably been hit over the head for the past few years with the “power of habits”: the idea that locking in some simple, healthy everyday behaviors will set you on a course for greater well-being. And there’s a lot of truth to that conventional wisdom. But even healthy habits can benefit from a shake-up. When you take the same handful of ostensibly positive actions day in and day out, it often means you’re missing out on a variety of options and activities that could offer a wider array of benefits. We asked experts in medicine, nutrition, exercise and more about the healthy habits they wish people would take breaks from, especially those who want to stay in tip-top shape as they graduate from their 50s, 60s and 70s.   Habit 1: You walk every day for exercise Walking is terrific. Everybody should walk more. It helps maintain strength in your heart, brain and joints, among other benefits. But with age, people often end up pigeonholing themselves into one type of workout — usually walking — and […]
Jan 14

How To Do Plank The Best Way To Build Your Strength?

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The plank is known to strengthen the core muscles that you have and it is quite an advanced exercise that might get difficult for you to do. But for a front plank, one will need to lie on your tummy on the floor and then prop oneself up on the forearms as well as on the balls of their feet. Once this is done you will need to take care that your posture is in a straight line from your shoulders right to your knees. Then you can move up and down which will help you to actually strengthen your core and the muscles in the abs region. For the people who are looking for side planks, they can lie on their side and prop themselves up on the elbow as well as the forearm. Even in this method, there should be a clear cut straight line right from your shoulders to your knees. One of the most common errors that are committed by everyone is that their hips lie saggy and close to the floor with hinders with the exercises. Make sure while you are doing the plank, your hip doesn’t touch the ground in any way. After you […]
Jan 14

Healthy Lifestyle Tips From The World’s Longest Living People

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Want to stretch out your life? These are the necessary changes to make. Wouldn’t it be amazing to be able to order a bottle of longevity direct from Amazon? You know—a magical elixir you could drink up each night in a shot glass, and each swig would assure a long, healthy life. Okay, it’s fun to dream. Although there’s no fountain of youth-type potion that can be ordered, there are many secret lifestyle habits you can learn from the world’s longest living people, so listen up. Life expectancy of Americans is now 76.6 years old, according to a 2021 study. That age has decreased since 2019, at which point an average life was 78.86 years of age. That’s not a very impressive lifespan when you consider that one woman in France, Jeanne Louise Calment, was recorded as having lived to the incredible age of 122. Calment lived 43.14 years longer than most Americans, which is quite a big difference. Blowing out 122 candles is not a common occurrence, and Calment was actually the oldest person in the entire world, making her the only individual on record to kick up her heels and celebrate more than 120 years on planet earth. […]
Jan 14

7 Tips to Improve Your Sleep Quality

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Life can move fast. It can be overwhelming, with stressors, distractions, and deadlines. There is one thing everyone can agree on: managing your sleep schedule is fundamental when it comes to physical and mental health alike. Check out seven tips to create a bedtime routine below.   Creating a Bedtime Routine We’ve all been there. Tossing and turning, the crinkle of sheets deafeningly loud — sleep being the elusive creature it is. It doesn’t need to be this way. By following simple steps and creating a routine, you can master sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and ready to go the next day.   1. Have a Strict Sleep Schedule The circadian rhythm, or internal clock of our bodies, dictates when we feel sleepy and when we rise. Many things can go awry with this system. One surefire way to get your rhythm in check is to set a proper bedtime and wake time. You can change it and experiment to see what works for you. The reason this is so important is that our brains have a mind of their own. They like to follow a routine, strengthened by habits. Without these routines and habits, our brains tend to […]
Jan 13

4 Signs That Its Time To Visit A Therapist

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From time to time, you will need to deal with serious issues – be it stress at your work, family problems or devastating love life. While time can help at times to heal the wound, but you can actually ask for a little help from a therapist to help you get over your dark days faster. So what are the 4 signs that it’s time for you to go see one? Take a look. • The coping skills you have are no longer effective – one of the many reasons to consult a therapist is when your coping skills are no longer that effective like they used to be, otherwise if your stress levels are really high then you might end up going into a crisis and this is when you need to go see them, without any delay. • You’re looking for a safe place – therapy provides you with a way out for all of your issues so that you will no longer feel frustrated. You will instantly feel a lot safer and your issues will be put out in space and analyzed along with a plan to combat them in the best way possible. • You’re self-medicating […]
Jan 13

The Senior’s Guide to Staying Healthy Year-Round

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No matter your age, it’s important to take care of your body and prevent illness. But if you’re 65 or older, something as simple as the flu or a common cold can progress and lead to complications. This includes secondary infections like pneumonia, bronchitis, an ear infection, or a sinus infection. If you have a chronic condition such as asthma or diabetes, a respiratory illness can make these worse. Because of this, it’s important to make healthy choices to strengthen your immune system and reduce the likelihood of illness. Follow these nine tips to stay healthy year-round.   1. Get active Physical activity is an immune system booster. The more you move, the more your body is able to fight inflammation and infections. The activity you partake in doesn’t have to be strenuous. Low impact exercises are effective, too. You might consider biking, walking, swimming, or low impact aerobics. If you’re able to, engage in moderate intensity exercise for about 20 to 30 minutes a day to reach the recommended total of 150 minutes a week. Also, strengthen your muscles by lifting weights or doing yoga. Modify your exercise routine to find what feels best for you.   2. Take […]
Jan 13

Eating Healthy with a Budget

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Most people can agree that processed foods that are quick and easy to make are rarely the healthiest things we could be eating. However, the convenience offered by processed and unhealthy foods in general is always something that will cause people to buy them. For anyone who wants to live a healthy lifestyle, the two main components required for this are regular exercise and a healthy diet, which seem easy enough to do. Sadly, there are ways in which achieving this can be harder than you think, and one of these is having the finances to eat healthy. There’s nothing to say you cannot eat well whilst being on a budget, you just need to know the tips and tricks to do so! Have a look and see for yourself ways in which you can remain fit and eat healthy foods without spending a fortune: Buy Frozen Vegetables Vegetables are your best friend whenever you are trying to live a healthier lifestyle. They are packed full of nutritional goodness that will only improve your long-term health and make you feel better almost immediately. Frozen vegetables offer the same health benefits as regular vegetables, with some even arguing they can be […]
Jan 13

Part II: Tips for Starting a Healthy Lifestyle

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We touched on a few simple ways to get you into the habit of living a healthier life. Being fit and healthy involves exercising and eating the right foods. It sounds simple, because it can be simple! All you need to do is make some slight changes here and there, and then everything will become second nature afterwards! Keep the (Healthy) Snacks! Snacking isn’t the ultimate sin it is made out to be. There is nothing wrong with having a nibble between meals, or before you do a spot of exercise, its more so those hoping to shed a few pounds that should avoid eating snacks too regularly. Healthy snacks taste fantastic, and do the job at filling you up and keeping you satisfied much better than salty or sweet snacks of the unhealthy variety. Giving these up can be a struggle, so don’t go cold turkey; instead replace your snacks will healthy alternatives. They can be enjoyed at home, work or for traveling without worrying about the less than healthy content found in common snacks. Instead of a bag of chips, have a bag of carrot slices instead! These taste just as good (if not better) with dips such […]
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