Sep 18

These Are 12 Things You Need To Quit Blaming Yourself For

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Things happen in life that is out of our control. Things happen in life that is in our control too. And too many times, we often will blame ourselves and keep apologizing to others. When we feel like we are at fault, we aren’t happy with ourselves and sometimes, there really isn’t a reason for us to do that. Here are 12 things that you don’t need to be taking the blame for. The sooner you quit this bad habit, the happier your life will be: 1. Your Emotions. Do you cry easily or become too concerned about things that matter to you? When it comes to a person’s feelings, there is no such thing as “too much”. That’s who you are. 2. Handling Your Emotions. Find healthy ways to handle your emotion without feeling guilty. Write a letter then toss it or put it up and reread it later. Slam a door. Take a walk without your phone. Find an outlet and do what you need to do to get your emotions out and clear your head. 3. Rejection. If somebody doesn’t like your new hairdo or agree with you politics, that isn’t your fault. And opinion is just […]
Sep 18

Negative Effects of Electronic Devices

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In the 21st century, thanks to the advent of GUI (Graphical User Interface) based OS, we now have a multitude of devices, all of which we are hooked to more than ever. Be it your social network, content creation, or even productivity, electronic devices have become indispensable. Sure it has a lot of advantages from getting your done work much faster, easier, a better method of communication from those away from us, and much more, there are still many disadvantages of using these devices, which is what we aim to cover: 1. Obesity: Though using technology and being obese isn’t a cause-and-effect relationship, the more time you spend on tech devices, the less time you spend on exercising and staying fit. And not exercising properly will obviously not burn the fat stored in your body, thus making you obese. 2. Depression: Thanks to the lack of human contact coupled with an unhealthy lifestyle, technology is one of the ways in which a person can undergo depression. In fact, the use of antidepressants is also on the rise, with more and more people trying to deal with something, which can be easily healed by minimizing the use of technology in the […]
Sep 17

Diet tips: Avoid missing out on ‘essential’ nutrients by following three rules

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A HEALTHY diet maintains and improves overall health but with thousands of diet tips emerging every day, it can be difficult to establish what’s best for you. A dietician has outlined three main points to prioritise when it comes to a balanced diet. A balanced diet is so important because it supplies nutrients the body needs to work effectively. Without balanced nutrition, your body is more prone to disease, infection, fatigue, and low performance. There are seven “essential” factors for a balanced diet – carbs, protein, fat, fibre, vitamins, minerals and water. And it’s crucial for a person to ensure they are consuming vital nutrients. These nutrients must be consumed through dietary sources to maintain ideal health standards. Leading nutritionist Jenny Tschiesche, revealed her top three tips to maintain a healthier lifestyle.   1. Be portion aware Think of a plate of food as split into 25 percent carbohydrate, 25 percent protein and 50 percent non-starchy vegetables. Healthy high-carb foods Quinoa Oats Buckwheat Bananas Sweet potatoes Beets Oranges Blueberries Good protein sources Seafood White-meat poultry Milk, cheese and yoghurt Eggs Beans Pork tenderloin Soy Good protein sources Seafood White-meat poultry Milk, cheese and yogurt Eggs Beans Pork tenderloin Soy Lean […]
Sep 17

Part II: Understanding Fats

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Fats play an important role in living a healthy lifestyle. We need some fat in our diets, yet where we get them from can effect whether or not they are any good for us! People often eat too much of the wrong types of fats and not enough of the good ones! Read on to find out more information regarding how you should treat fat in your diet: Bad Fats We mentioned that unsaturated fats are considered the good types of fat you want in your diet. Eating enough in moderation can have benefits towards gaining a healthy heart, and we know how important a healthy heart is for healthy living! That means we need to cut out those bad fats, known as saturated fats and trans fatty acids, and they are quite hard to avoid. First of all, let’s mention how the wrong kinds of fats negatively affect your health. These fats can lead to increases in cholesterol, clogging of the arteries and put you more at risk to heart disease. They also have high numbers of calories, which can lead to weight gain, which brings plenty of other risks to the table. These fats are present in produce […]
Sep 17

9 Amazing Habits of Fitness Freaks That Are Worth Adopting!

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Today we are going to talk about fitness freaks and their common habits. Some people might find these habits annoying but these habits are actually beneficial in the long run. Sometimes, I wonder how they make up their mind and stick to their fitness commitments with immense dedication. I guess this is the only sort of freakishness which should not be concluded as a bad thing ;).   1. They are conscious about their nutrition intake Most of the time, people find it pretty unnecessary and non-beneficial, but fitness fanatics are familiar with the significance of counting the daily nutrient intake. This way, they manage to fulfill the basic nutritional requirement and accomplish a balanced metabolism rate.   2. Usually, they have a weighing machine Some people like to keep a weighing machine so that they can keep a track of rise and fall in their weight. Generally, they are very conscious about their weight gains and they sometimes change their diet plans to achieve an ideal body weight. Most of the fitness freaks prefer to measure their weight on a frequent basis.   3. They are consistent with their workout routine No matter what happens, they strictly follow their […]
Sep 17

Need Some Motivation to Make Healthier Choices? Here Are 4 Big Payoffs

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For some, living a healthier lifestyle may mean increasing weekly exercise. For others, improving their sleep habits or nutrition may be the priority. Whether you’re at day one or 100, healthy choices are part of a lifelong journey — not a quick fix. When you exercise regularly, sleep well and make informed eating choices, your body and brain function at their highest capacity. By making smart decisions, you can make the most out of your day-to-day life and reap the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle.   1. Healthy Weight Loss or Maintenance Among the primary benefits of a healthy lifestyle is weight loss or maintenance. And while healthy living can help transform your physique, weight loss is beneficial beyond physical appearance. Even moderate weight loss can improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While both exercise and healthy eating can create weight loss, a combination of the two is most effective, according to an October 2012 study published in ​Obesity.​ After 439 overweight women were treated with either diet, exercise or a combination, researchers found that pairing better nutrition with regular workouts promoted the best results.   2. Enhanced Sleep […]
Sep 17

Awesome Snack Ideas Which Don’t Compromise on Health

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One of the few that first crosses your mind when deciding to opt for a diet and leave your unhealthy lifestyle behind is probably this: “This means I have to eat the boring food which doesn’t taste good,” but that’s not true. And by not true, we don’t mean that something such as veggies or nuts will be as tasty as that fried chicken, we just mean that you can still enjoy your diet by incorporating some awesome snack ideas into your regular food so you can pamper your taste buds as well. Let’s have a look at some of them: 1. Mint and Pea Dip with Pretzel: Combining the health of peas, the freshness of mint and the taste of a pretzel sums up to a healthy and tasty snack which you simply cannot leave once you get used to it. Making it is rather easy as all you have to do is mash ½ cup of frozen peas along with 2 teaspoons of fresh lime juice and a tablespoon of fresh mint. This is enough dip to last up to 15 pretzels, and you can always make more since the ingredients required aren’t that much. 2. Sesame Popcorn: […]
Sep 17

Foods that are going to keep you cool this summer!

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Don’t let the heat get you, beat the scorching heat of the summer months with these amazing foods that will help you to keep calm and cool all throughout. One of the major issues faced by the people during the summer months is dehydration. That can, however, be countered with the help of some lifestyle and dietary changes. So what are some of the cool foods you can consume to keep yourself cool even from the inside? Take a look.  Watermelon – they are filled with high water levels and antioxidants, they are super juicy and an amazing way by which you can keep cool. The plus side is that they are extremely delicious as well.  Coconut water – this one is not only full of highly revitalizing electrolytes but also contains the essential minerals that our body keeps on losing. Want a natural energy drink? Nothing better than coconut water for your health.  Mint – this is one versatile herb this is not only great for regulating your body temperature but will also keep you cool from the inside. The best part is that this one is readily available in the market near you.  Curd […]
Sep 17

10 Fitness Tips for Busy Professionals

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Being a hardworking professional probably means that most of your time is spent either commuting or at the office. It can be difficult to find time to get your daily workouts in, which is why so many professionals slowly get more and more out of shape over the years. Don’t let that be you! Here’s how you can be a fit hardworking professional:   1. Hit the Gym Near the Office If you’re lucky enough to work near a gym, make it one of your daily stops. No excuses–hit the gym every day.   2. Make Your Commute a Workout Do you live close enough to your office to walk, jog or cycle? At least a few times a week, forget about taking the bus or driving, and instead make your commute your daily workout.   3. Skip Lunch Just because it’s called “lunch break” doesn’t mean you need to spend that time at a restaurant. Instead, take your hour of lunch as a time to get your exercise in–either at a gym, in your park, or in your nearby Yoga studios. You can then eat your lunch at your desk.   4. Do an Office Workout You would be […]
Sep 17

10 Essential Lifestyle Health Tips For Seniors

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Age is just a number. There is no denying that things that we could do in our teenage or 20s or even during our 30s are impossible for us to do in our 50s. With time, our skin starts aging, our hair turn grey, and our whole body also starts weakening. Getting older means nothing is the same as before, but if you are someone who has maintained a healthy lifestyle throughout shall be less worried about aging. It is essential to lead a healthy lifestyle for long life. Adopting a healthy lifestyle minimizes the risks of getting venerable to many diseases that come with age and keeps our minds and body active. We can say that just the way we make our homes safer with commercial gas safety certificates and equip them with all electronics to make our lives easier.   Essential Lifestyle Health Tips For Seniors In the same way, we shall incorporate a healthy lifestyle to stay active when we grow old. If you are above 50 or about to turn 50, this content is specifically written for you. The content discusses the ten essential lifestyle habits that senior citizens shall add to their lifestyle to stay […]
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