Apr 01

How Do You Choose the Best Time to Do Yoga?

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When a beginner decides to practice yoga, he or she may wonder what time of day is best for yoga. Many yoga enthusiasts recommend that you start your morning with yoga because it energizes your body and mind. You might also hear some people telling you that evening or before bed is ideal because yoga is a form of stress-relieving practice that removes all tension between the mind and body. The best time to do yoga is when it fits into your schedule and matches your body’s rhythms. The experts can give you some ideas about the best time for yoga, but in the end, it’s up to you!   Morning Yoga Some yogis believe that first thing in the morning is the best time for asana practice. They say that early morning sunlight, especially if it’s filtered through a tree’s leaves or through a window, has a calming effect on one’s mind and body. For many people, the morning is a great time to do yoga. They feel more energetic and clearheaded throughout the day. If you have a predictable schedule, it may be easier for you to stick with a morning routine. Some people find that they have […]
Apr 01

Five heatwave tips to stop swollen ankles and feet

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The heat causes lots of problems to the human body Dehydration is not the only the thing that the sun can do to the human body. Swelling is a common side effect from the scorching heat. Hot weather can cause fluid to build up around the feet and ankles, making them look swollen and puffy. While this issue can be uncomfortable or unsightly, it will go away as your body cools down. Thankfully for sufferers, there are a few simple ways that you can reduce your chance of swelling in the summer heat, lead nutritionist Signe Svanfeldt has told the Express. He said: “Swollen feet and ankles due to hot weather is usually called heat edema, which is fluid ‘trapped’ in tissues which causes the swelling. “Being swollen for a short period of time is likely not to cause any major health implications, but if you experience swelling for a long period of time it can be due to other reasons such as an underlying disease. In this case, it might be worth contacting your health care professional.” Seven tips to avoid trapped fluid and swollen ankles 1. Skip the sunny beer garden and limit your alcohol consumption An ice-cold […]
Apr 01

Quit smoking, increase fibre intake and more: 6 tips for a healthy heart

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Instead of making huge changes, you will be able to improve your heart’s health by making some small changes. Once you have successfully adopted those changes, you won’t find it hard to stick to them A healthy heart is integral to a healthy life. Moderate exercise-like activities such as walking at a moderate or brisk pace, yoga, tennis, basketball, bicycling, dancing, and recreational swimming are beneficial for our heart’s health. Vigorous physical activity helps to reduce the risk of heart failure, but even a high amount of exercise may prove to be harmful. Heart is the pump that provides oxygen and nutrients to the tissues in your body, so taking care of it is essential. But not only exercise, other lifestyle changes are also important. Making heart-smart choices at home, grocery, and at your favourite restaurant helps in reducing the risk of getting heart disease. Instead of making huge changes, you will be able to improve your heart’s health by making some small changes. Once you have successfully adopted those changes, you won’t find it hard to stick to them. Here are some of the changes that you should make for a healthier heart: Don’t take juices and processed fruit […]
Mar 31

Hypertension: 5 Best Exercises To Control High Blood Pressure Naturally

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High blood pressure can be controlled naturally by increasing your activity throughout the day. You can choose some exercises to control hypertension. Read here to understand 5 best exercise for high blood pressure. High blood pressure or hypertension is a common health condition today. It is one of the leading causes of heart diseases. High blood pressure should not be ignored as it triggers the risk of multiple heart diseases. Consumption of pills to treat high blood pressure is not the best cure as consumption of pills for on a regular basis negatively affects your health. Healthy eating and more movement throughout the day are some natural ways to treat high blood pressure. Exercise can give positive results to a hypertension patient. Exercise ensures a better flow of blood which contributes to better blood pressure. Regular exercise will not just control your blood pressure numbers but will improve your overall health. It will help you maintain a healthy weight, reduce the risk of multiple diseases and keep your heart healthy.   Best exercises for high blood pressure If you are planning to add exercise to your routine to control high blood pressure you need not to go to the gym. […]
Mar 31

5 Nutrition Myths That You Need To Debunk

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A lot of people will give you advice when it comes to food and nutrition. But not all of these are facts and a majority of them turn out to be myths that you need to debunk at the soonest. So what are some of the nutrition-related myths that you should definitely not pay any attention to? Take a look – • Eating at night will make you fat – one of the greatest myths that a lot of people believe in is that eating at night will make you fat. But the truth is that calories are calories and it doesn’t matter which time to the day you decide to consume it. • Extra protein will automatically build muscles – Just consumption of protein will not build your muscles if you don’t strength train along with it. So along with a regular diet with proper protein content, you need to train to build your muscles. • Cholesterol free foods are healthy for the heart –to avoid heart clogging don’t just look at the labels of the items you purchase. Instead try to eat healthy foods like lentils, legumes, nuts and so on. • Eating fish is the best way […]
Mar 31

Seven tips to help encourage your child to exercise

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Exercising is good for anyone of any age, but it can be crucial in adolescents. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), less than one-quarter of children 6 to 17 years of age participate in the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Regular physical activity can help children and adolescents improve cardiorespiratory fitness, build strong bones and muscles, control weight, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and reduce the risk of developing other health conditions. One way parents/guardians can help encourage their child to be physically active and to develop healthy living habits is by exercising with their child. National Exercise with Your Child Week takes place Aug. 7 to 13. This week is dedicated to helping encourage parents and guardians to empower their children to be physically active every day. Staying active together and being a role model for a healthy life can help children build confidence while teaching them the importance of physical activity. “Exercising with your child regularly can teach them how fun and exciting physical activity can be,” said John Nielsen, MD, Aspirus Family Physician at the Aspirus Merrill Clinic. “Lifestyle habits that are learned in childhood are much more likely to stay […]
Mar 31

The 5 Best Weight Loss Tips if You’re Over 40

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Dropping pounds in your 40s can be a challenge—but these easy strategies actually work, according to a nutritionist. Hitting your 40s has plenty of benefits, such as earned wisdom, increased self-awareness, and self-confidence. Truth be told, though, it’s tough getting used to some of the physical changes. A biggie is a downshift in metabolism, which can make weight maintenance trickier and weight loss more challenging. However, losing weight after 40 isn’t impossible. You absolutely can shed pounds at any age—and do so while simultaneously optimizing overall wellness. Here are five tactics that work for my clients. And yes, one involves a daily dose of dark chocolate!   Cut back, but don’t cut out carbs Carbs are fuel, and whole food sources, like fresh fruit, whole grains, and potatoes, are bundled with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Cutting out carbs completely deprives your body of important nutrients. This can lead to unwanted side effects like constipation, fatigue, and irritability. But after age 40, your daily carb requirement may decline. Many of my clients find that they can’t eat large carb portions without either gaining weight or struggling to lose weight. The best resolution is to optimize the quality of the carbs […]
Mar 31

7 Exercise Myths That Can Derail Your Weight-Loss Goals

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You could keel over from exhaustion (without ever leaving the couch!) trying to make sense of all the advice, often conflicting, in the media on exercise. To help you cut through the confusion and find the right path to losing weight and healthy living, the experts at the Pritikin Longevity Center® & Spa set the record straight on 7 common exercise myths and outline guidelines that are both effective and scientifically-based.   Exercise Myths – #1: The more you sweat, the more pounds you will drop. Fact: Weight loss is not about sweating. It’s about burning calories.   What matters most about losing weight is that at the end of each day you’ve burned more calories than you’ve eaten. You want more calories (energy) “going out” than “going in.” Sure, if you sweat up a storm, you’ll lose a pound or two in water, but it’s temporary. Those pounds go right back on. That’s because sweat has little to do with calories burned. Sweat happens simply because your body’s storing heat, whether while exercising or sunbathing on the shore, and you need to cool off. So if running – and profuse sweating – isn’t your thing, that’s fine.  Walk if you […]
Mar 31

5 NATURAL ALTERNATIVES TO PAINKILLER MEDS

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Popping painkillers seems to have become a part of life with the never-ending workload and increasing stress. But what if there were some good natural alternatives to painkillers that could actually work in reducing the intensity of headaches and other minor aches and pains? Discover more about the 5 best natural alternatives you should try to turn to when you have the urge to pop a Tylenol. Magnesium-Rich Foods From almonds and spinach to chard and dark chocolate- consuming more of foods that are rich in magnesium could be an effective way to calm down inflammation and relieve pain naturally. It has been found that low levels of magnesium could contribute to migraines, which is why, consuming these foods could be the best way to tackle it. Also, if you’re one of those who tend to consume more caffeine and sugar, your body needs even more magnesium to make up for it. Turmeric Turmeric is another powerful anti-inflammatory agent that can reduce the intensity of headaches and other pains driven by inflammation. Turmeric extracts also contain powerful antioxidants which have anti-cancer benefits, so try to include more of it in your diet. Hot Peppers It may sound a bit amusing, […]
Mar 31

5 Fitness Tips for Teenagers

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Teenagers’ bodies go through a great deal of change as they grow older. As teens begin to make their own choices, exercise and eating habits should be implemented to help them pave the way for a healthy lifestyle. Many teens look up workout routines online, which are often not teen-friendly. Whether your teen wants to gain speed for sports, feel confident in his or her own skin, or bulk up, here are some fitness tips you can share to help him or her exercise safely.   Don’t Do Chest Exercises Every Day The dangers of overtraining apply to all muscle groups, but is most commonly seen with chest workouts. Working the chest too often is one of the worst habits boys get into. By the time they’re in their 20s, the chest muscles are so over developed and tight, they look like cavemen. Muscles break down and tear each time they are strained, and they need proper recovery time to grow.   Learn Muscle Balance Teach your to teen to exercise the entire body, both upper and lower halves. Too many individuals will either focus on their lower body (girls) or upper body (boys). Power, strength and a strong core […]
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