Jane Butel Says Eat More Chiles to Lose Weight

Jane Butel Says Eat More Chiles to Lose Weight
"Diet crazes come and go,because people get tired of boring
food patterns or too many rules," says Jane Butel, author
of 18 cookbooks, cooking school teacher and first to write
about Southwestern and Mexican regional cooking. The best
solution to weight maintenance is to develop healthy eating
and lifestyle patterns.

To many, this might seem like impossible advice. How can I
change that much? I don't have the time to learn new
habits. Or, I can't afford expensive diet plans, special
foods or learning programs.

"Actually you don't have to buy anything more than some
pure chiles," says Butel. The chile can be any variety—red
or green--the hotter the healthier. (Hotter chiles have a
greater concentration of capsaicin, the spicy part of
chiles that supplies the health benefits.) The easiest and
healthiest diet will include regular consumption of
chile--at least 24 days out of 30 or preferably every day.

Adding chiles to your meals or snacks can be as easy as
eating some salsa or adding chile flakes to a salad
dressing or marinade. Another idea is to use a chile-laden
rub on meats or vegetables before grilling or sautéing.
Even pepper sauce such as Tabasco supplies some capsaicin,
chile's unique health-giving substance.

First, how do chiles help your weight goals? They
stimulate the endorphins in your body, making your body
burn more "fuel". Eating chiles creates a sense of
euphoria similar to a runner's high—or even sex. So they
leave one feeling a sense of well being often curbing one's
appetite.

To those who don't think they can change their eating
habits or are afraid of eating chiles too spicy hot—they
can start by eating mild chiles, such as the green
Anaheim's or southern New Mexican chiles. These are easily
available in most markets, either fresh or canned. One can
keep pure mild chile on hand for including as a condiment
when cooking or for seasoning most any food. Chiles are so
much healthier than salt or pepper. And, a sprinkling of
pure ground chile accented with a squish of fresh lime
juice can be so delightful...often alleviating the desire
for salt and pepper.

Another plus to eating chiles is that chiles actually give
you a sense of satisfaction from eating a smaller portion,
thus reducing the desire to overeat. And chile-laden diets
such as those from the Southwestern US and Northern Mexico
are quite healthy and affordable. One of the healthiest
diets in the world is the Northern Mexican diet where corn
tortillas and pinto beans are liberally eaten flavored with
pickled or fresh jalapenos or other chiles.

If you are really having trouble including chiles in your
diet when traveling for instance, you can always make
yourself a cup of hot chile tea made by adding ½ teaspoon
ground hot chile, such as cayenne and a teaspoon each of
vinegar and honey to hot water.

Side benefits to eating chiles are endless. They aid your
heart health by eliminating plaque in your vascular system,
aid digestion, cauterize ulcers, prevent diseases such as
cancer and even assist with curing the common cold and more.

Here are some quick and easy recipes that feature chiles
from Real Women Eat Chiles by Butel to assist you in
getting started with eating more chiles.

GARLIC AND CHIPOTLE SAUCED CHICKEN BREAST

Chipotles have a strong, smoky quality due to the fact that
they are smoked, ripe jalapenos. A mild-mannered side dish
such as rice or mashed potatoes makes a good "bed" to
absorb the yummy juices.

Cooking Time: 8 to 10 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

½ to 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
½ cup chicken broth (can be made from chicken base or
bouillion)
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup ground pure mild red chile
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 4 boneless, skinless chicken
breast halves, trimmed of all fat and sinew Cooked rice,
potatoes or pasta, for accompaniment

1. Pour the chicken broth into a mini food processor or
blender, and add the garlic, ground chile and cumin.
Process until smooth.

2. Transfer the chile mixture to a nonreactive bowl and add
the chicken breasts, coating each side.

3. Heat the grill, stovetop grill or a well-seasoned
skillet to medium-high. Cook the chicken (reserving the
marinade) for about 4 minutes per side or until done. Cook
the marinade in a saucepan over medium heat until it comes
to a boil and cook for about 2 minutes.

4. Serve over fluffy cooked rice or mashed potatoes,
spooning on sauce.

PER SERVING: Calories 167, Protein 28g, Carbohydrates 5g,
Fiber 2g, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 73mg,
Sodium 73mg.

CHILE SEARED SALMON WITH MANGO SALSA

A dusting or rub of chile on salmon adds a wonderful
flavor. Pan searing or grilling works equally well. If
the weather is not conducive to grilling or if you are in a
hurry, pan searing is ideal.

Cooking Time: 6 to 10 minutes
Yield: 2 servings

1 tablespoon ground mild red chile
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 pound fresh boneless salmon filet
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup Mango Salsa

1. In a small bowl, combine the chile, sugar and salt. Cut
the salmon into 2 pieces. Rinse, then pat dry with a paper
towel. Rub the chile mixture evenly over the salmon.

2. Sprinkle salt in a heavily seasoned skillet. Place over
medium heat until hot.

3. Sauté the salmon for 3-5 minutes per side, until crisp
and brown on the outside and still moist and bright pink on
the inside. Serve on salsa.

Per Serving: Calories 388, Protein 35g, Carbohydrates 34g,
Fiber 4g, Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 2g, Cholesterol 96mg,
Sodium 661mg.

MANGO SALSA

The gingery peach flavor of ripe, pungent mangos is
wonderful with any mild-flavored seafood or poultry. You
could also serve this as a dipping salsa with jicama or
corn chips.

Preparation Time: 5 to 7 minutes
Yield: 1 1/2 cups

3/4 cup fresh mango, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
3/4 cup diced Spanish onion
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon pequin quebrado

1. Combine all ingredients and toss together.

2. Allow the flavors to blend for at least 10 to 15 minutes
before serving.

PER SERVING: Calories 41, Protein 1g, Carbohydrates 10g,
Fiber 2g, Fat 0g, Saturated Fat 0g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium
6mg.

SPINACH and CORN ROLLED ENCHILADAS

Seared corn or leftover grilled corn definitely sets this
sauce apart. This vegetarian dish has a great fresh flavor
and is vegetarian—vegan without the cheese.

Yield: 4 servings

2 ears corn grilled Mexican style or 1, 10 oz. package
frozen corn kernels*
1 cup evaporated skim milk
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 corn tortillas, warmed
1, 15 oz. can spinach, without salt, well drained
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup grated low-fat Monterey Jack cheese
Nonstick oil spray

1. Cut the grilled corn from the cob. If using frozen corn,
see note.

2. In a blender, combine the milk, garlic and corn. Process
until smooth. Transfer to a shallow plate.

3. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Lightly spray an 8 x
8-inch baking dish with nonstick oil spray.

4. Dip each warm tortilla in the corn mixture. Place on a
flat surface and sprinkle with one-eighth of the spinach,
onion and cheese, reserving some cheese for garnish. Roll,
then place seam side down in the baking dish. Cover with
the rest of the corn mixture, making sure that you pour it
evenly over each enchilada. Sprinkle with the reserved
cheese. Bake for 10 minutes, or until bubbly. Serve hot.

*If using frozen corn, place it in a heavy, seasoned
skillet over medium-high heat to brown the edges of most
kernels.

PER SERVING: Calories 330, Protein 21 g., Carbohydrates 47
g. Fiber 7 g. Fat 9 g., Saturated Fat 4 g. Cholesterol 23
mg., Sodium 413 mg.

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Jane Butel offers an on-line course, "All About Chiles"
through her cooking school, which is hosted by the
University of British Columbia. This course presents an
indepth chile education. Additionally, she operates a
full-participation weekend and week long vacation cooking
school, a mail-order spice company featuring her
cookbooks,and conducts culinary tours and team-building
classes.
http://www.janebutel.com

Eliminate Acne Using Natural Home Remedies

Eliminate Acne Using Natural Home Remedies
Acne is a common skin condition that many men and women
suffer from, including teens and adults as well. For many
people, acne can be embarrassing and can result in a lower
self esteem and a lower sense of confidence. Acne
conditions are usually caused by clogged pores and the
excess production of oil sebum on your skin. The excess in
oil could be a direct result of over active hormone levels
in your body.

However, whether you are suffering from the occasional
breakouts and blemishes or even more severe cases such as
cystic acne problems, there are several techniques that you
can use to help clear your skin of acne and blemishes and
improve your skin's complexion. All of the following
remedies are all natural and can be used from the comfort
of your own home.

Try gently rubbing lemon peels on the skin with a little
bit of sugar. If you leave this treatment on the skin for
about 10 minutes, it should help reduce acne inflammation
and reduce pimples as well.

Avoid using skin care products and cosmetics that may be
oil based. If you use skin care products that are oil
based, it can make your blemishes worse than they already
are by clogging your pores.

Try using a Vitamin B complex. This helps you keep a
healthy looking scan and also helps prevent blemishes. You
can find natural sources of Vitamin B in tuna, bananas, and
potatoes.

Zinc works like an antioxidant. Zinc is important for
maintaining a healthy skin and prevents skin infections.
Zinc can also help in healing acne scars by healing
tissues. You can find good sources of Zinc in nuts, pumpkin
seeds, dairy products, and yeast.

Don't wash your face by scrubbing your skin with harsh
abrasives. If you use harsh chemicals and skin scrubbing
cloths, you will actually irritate the skin which can make
acne problems even worse than before. Your skin reacts to
these harsh abrasives by clogging your pores with puss and
producing more oils as well.

If you have sensitive skin, avoid using acne treatments
containing Benzoyl Peroxide. Products such as OxyPads,
Clearasil, and ProActiv contain Benzoyl Peroxide as their
active ingredient. However, using products like these can
irritate your skin and cause it to dry out. If your face
dries out and peels, it can often look worse than before
you started using the acne treatment.

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Fitness Club 411: What You Must Know Before Stepping Foot Into A Fitness Club

Fitness Club 411: What You Must Know Before Stepping Foot Into A Fitness Club
Fitness Clubs 411

Believe it or not, there is much more to a Health &
Fitness Club besides the access to exercising equipment and
general nutrition information. A fitness club in Spokane
can be the central part of your fitness regiment if you use
the fitness club to your advantages.

Since you are most likely paying for membership into one of
these fitness centers, you might as well make it an
integral part of the path to reaching your personal fitness
goals.

Fitness Clubs Offer More Than Equipment

Perhaps the biggest mistake that an individual makes when
investing their money into a fitness club is that they
fail to realize the additional features of the center. Most
people will obtain membership solely for the use of the
fitness equipment. In reality, you should be doing more at
your fitness club. A fitness club does offer fitness
services beyond equipment.

For example, the fitness club may offer free dieting and
nutrition planning to all of its members. Due to reasons
like this, it is important that you realize that your
fitness club is more than a building with expensive
exercise equipment. In actuality, it should play a vital
role in reaching your personal fitness goals.

Reaching Your Fitness Goals With A Fitness Club

The reason as to why you joined a fitness center that you
wish to fulfill your individual fitness goals. Whether you
want to lose 50 pounds or if you simply want to build some
additional muscle, the fitness club will be the foundation
to your success. Most people join a fitness club without
the knowledge of how helpful the club can be to the
improvement of their health.

While the various exercise equipment plays an important
goal in reaching a majority of fitness goals, the
additional features of the club will allow you to reach
your individual fitness goals at a faster pace. For
example, many fitness centers are now offering in-house spa
systems. A spa is a great way to refresh the body and mind
after a fitness session.

Additionally, many fitness clubs offer a class along the
lines of Pilates or Yoga that will allow the individual to
improve their mental health and speed the process of
physical health improvement.

Good Nutrition At A Fitness Club

Nutrition is perhaps the second most important aspect of a
fitness club, behind the type of equipment that the club is
stocked with. Your local fitness club can be an
encyclopedia on the subject of nutrition if you take the
initiative to use your fitness membership for that purpose.

Obtaining nutrition information from a fitness center will
allow you to benefit more from your personal workout
sessions. For example, the local fitness center may
recommend a special diet to an individual looking to lose
weight on certain parts of the body.

The Fitness Clubs Of Spokane

There are many quality options when it comes to a fitness
club in the Spokane area. The most important thing in your
decision is that you should find the fitness club that
gives you the best chance at reaching your fitness goals.

This is not necessarily the fitness club that has the
latest innovations in exercise equipment. The exercise
equipment is only as effective as the overall fitness plan
that the club can present to you.

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Why Are We So Fat?

Why Are We So Fat?
By now most people know that we are in the midst of an
"obesity epidemic." What most people haven't figured out
yet is that there are billion-dollar industries getting
richer while we get fatter. With all the so-called
"solutions" for weight-loss available to health and fitness
consumers, we are in the worst shape in the history of
modern civilization. The truth is that there is big money
and a lot of profit in sickness and fatness. Each year,
millions of people are tricked into spending their
hard-earned cash on diets and fitness products that won't
help them. We spend billions of dollars jumping from one
failed solution to another without understanding the reason
why we are in such poor shape. Before you spend another
penny on diets and weight-loss and fitness products that
don't work, start by understanding why we are so fat.

The desire to lose weight without any work drives over 70
million people to go on a diet each year, and funds the $58
billion dollar diet- and weight-loss lie. Thousands of
diets profess to have the solution for weight loss, yet the
long-term positive results from dieting falls below the 5
percent margin. After ending the diet, most dieters will
regain their weight they might have lost and more.
Unfortunately, diets alone will never provide the solution
for sustained results for three simple reasons:

1. The concept of "going on a diet" means you are changing
your eating habits for a specific period of time to effect
a change in your body weight. Any dietary changes that you
make that cannot be sustained for the rest of your life
will only produce short-term results.

2. Dramatically reducing your caloric intake slows down
your metabolism and causes your body to burn fewer calories
at rest. An innate response to a slower metabolism is that
it causes your body to preserve fat to avoid starvation.

3. When you reduce your caloric intake, you also reduce the
energy source your body needs for physical activity. Most
diets make you tired and lethargic, which make it difficult
to increase physical activity. Unfortunately, increased
physical activity is the most effective way to lose weight.

Forget about the glycemic index, food combining, low-carb
or high-protein diets. Don't buy into the grapefruit or
cabbage diets and don't think for a second that French
women and Japanese women don't get fat. Every day, you burn
a certain number of calories just by walking, talking and
breathing. This is called your Resting Metabolic Rate
(RMR). The more you move through physical activity, the
more calories you burn beyond your RMR. The difference
between the calories expended through your combined RMR and
physical activity compared to the number of calories you
consume equals your caloric surplus or deficit. A surplus
of 3,500 calories equals one pound of fat gained and a
deficit of 3,500 calories equals one pound of fat lost. No
matter how you look at it, calories are king when it comes
to weight gain and weight loss. The diet and weight loss
industry wants you to believe that you can eat more and
weigh less. That is a big, fat lie. If you want to weigh
less, you have to eat less and move more. If your goal is
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Build Muscle Mass and Strength Fast by Learning the Truth About Limits

Build Muscle Mass and Strength Fast by Learning the Truth About Limits
Let's talk about limits, what they are, what effect they
have on our weight training progress, and how to completely
toss them out the window so we can apply them to workout
programs to gain muscle and strength. First off, what are
limits? The question we really should be asking is, are
they real?

I like to describe limits as completely illusionary. Though
there are such things as limits, the majority of people
today really have no idea what they really are, so in turn,
they create illusionary ones. Let's look at the following
paragraph I took from Randall Strossen's book, "IronMind:
Stronger Minds, Stronger Bodies", which will open your eyes
but more importantly have you think about what limits
really are and what role they play on us:

"In the early 1920's Henry "Milo" Steinborn squatted with
approximately 550 pounds, which, beyond being a record
lift, was viewed as close to man's ultimate limit. Even by
the mid-1950's this standard had only been nudged up to
around the 600 pound mark. Enter the Canadian superman Doug
Hepburn, who squatted 760 pounds in the mid-1950's, a
prodigious performance in the history of strength, but one
which Paul Anderson completely upstaged by cranking out
1160 in 1957...The fact that no one, even with drugs, squat
suits, super wraps and super belts, has yet come within a
hundred pounds of Paul's mark is further testimony to his
colossal squatting ability. Once Paul Anderson had
completely redefined conceptions of leg strength, however,
others followed him into previously untouched territory,
and by the end of the 1960's, there were a handful of 800
pound squatters."

As you can see, as soon as a record, or limit, is broken,
suddenly there is many more people who can match the
previous record. So what the heck is going on here? Once
every blue moon there comes someone who completely smashes
all previous records. He or she is a what we call a leader,
a believer.

When others witness this, they follow. The leader is the
one who believes in himself and has complete faith that he
or she can accomplish anything, and then goes and does it.
The followers just stay back and wait for someone to lead
them, with no belief or intention of surpassing any limits
themselves. The truth is, the limits you create in your own
head are the limits you create in your own reality. Focus
on what you want to do and the heck with what everyone else
is doing and what has or hasn't already been done.

Whether you want to break a personal record or a world
record, you have with you 100% of every single thing you
need to accomplish it. It doesn't matter if everyone in the
world does or doesn't believe in you. You just have to
believe. So what are your limits? Are they holding you back
from your progress?

Next time you write out your weight lifting goals, which I
suggest you do if you aren't already, try not to limit
yourself, especially on your long term goals. If it is
something you really want bad enough, such as bench
pressing 300 pounds or weighing 200 pounds of solid muscle,
you will get it if you believe you will. I believe you can.
In fact, I know you can.

Keep a close watch on the little voice in the back of your
head that may be telling you that you are shooting to high
or that you will never accomplish this or that. It's
nothing but gibberish. Evict your inner doubts. Make it a
formal process if you have to, but whatever you do, don't
ever, EVER doubt your abilities.

Because the amazing truth is, you'll only achieve what you
believe. If you doubt yourself or you don't think that you
can achieve a certain goal or goals, then those thoughts
and those thoughts alone are the only thing holding you
back. Think about that for a while. It may change your life
and how you view everything about it.

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Benefits of Zeolite Supplementation

Benefits of Zeolite Supplementation
There are many benefits to zeolite supplementation. It is
amazing that there is a product out there that works the
way that liquid zeolite does. For example, it is completely
non-toxic yet it has the ability to remove the toxins from
your body essentially disabling them as they are removed
from the body. Zeolite supplementation will also help you
improve your health and immune system by creating a
slightly alkaline environment in the body. When the body
has a 7.35 to 7.45 pH the body is able to function at its
best as well as the immune system.

Another benefit of zeolite supplementation is that it helps
remove herbicides and pesticides from the body. The zeolite
supplementation does not remove the herbicides and
pesticides directly but it does prepare the body to remove
them on its own. For example, liquid zeolite works to
remove heavy toxins from the body. When this occurs the
load on the liver is reduced significantly allowing it to
do its job more effectively. The liver then produces more
glucuronidation, which removes the herbicides and
pesticides from the body.

Liquid zeolite also works to reduce the body's viral load.
After you have been taking the zeolite supplementation for
a while the zeolite will then latch onto viruses in the
body. Actually, the zeolite grabs viral components that
will eventually become viruses. This will allow the body to
remain healthier and not get as many viruses.

The absorption of nitrosamines is also significantly
reduced with zeolite supplementation. Nitrosamines are
found in processed meats and the culprit of Type II
diabetes, stomach, colon, and pancreatic cancer. Liquid
zeolite manages to neutralize the nitrosamine toxins in the
body's digestive tract. Then, the zeolite along with the
nitrosamine is eliminated safely from the body.

Those with diabetes will benefit significantly from liquid
zeolite. That is because it is able to buffer blood sugar.
This means individuals will not experience major blood
sugar spikes. There is also a reduced risk of cancer with
zeolite supplementation. Not only are the cancer causing
toxins removed from the body through zeolite
supplementation but zeolite can also kill cancer cells in
the body. If you have cancer you should not plan on zeolite
being a miracle cure, but it is a great supplement to use
with other treatment.

Nutrient absorption is also improved with zeolite
supplementation. It promotes a healthy gut, which allows
the body to absorb nutrients properly. In addition, the gut
has a healthier flora meaning that it can fight off stomach
bugs and other infections better. Zeolites fight against
diarrhea and that is why many anti-diarrheal drugs include
zeolites today.

These are just a few of the benefits of using the natural
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Hair Extensions

Hair Extensions
Darling, there isn't anything better to update your
hairstyle than hair extensions. They're available in any
color you could want, and you can even have them dyed if
you like. I mean honestly sweetie, don't you think it's
time to give it a whirl? You've wanted to do something
"different" for ages, and this is the perfect chance. What
say give it a try?

Hair extensions can be the lifesavers you never thought of
when it comes to something new for your tresses. Short or
long, the choice is up to you. The strands are actually
bonded in, not glued, so you don't have anything to worry
about. The strands are actually neatly tucked up
underneath your own hair and they are so closely matched in
color, you won't be able to tell the difference. And,
neither will anyone else. Ok, if they see you with short
hair one day and long the next, they will know something is
up. But those who have not seen you for ages won't guess
at your secret.

Hair extensions add extra body to short hair and fill it
out to an amazing degree. Just remember, they are not
permanent and you will need to get them either removed or
redone in about eight weeks. It's rather like going to the
salon on a regular basis with your own hair.

Not sure what to choose? Check out the various options and
talk to the stylist about what would best suit you. There
are several routes you can go - human hair extensions,
clip-ins, synthetic and wefted hair extensions. Choosing
which kind of hair extensions to use is mostly based on
what you want to achieve in terms of looks. If you want to
go rock and roll wild, then opt for different colored
extensions (like purple or hot pink). If you're into
something a touch more subtle, then you'd probably want a
contrasting color, but one that complements your natural
color.

Here's something else to think about! If you see a
hairstyle on the bus or while downtown shopping, now you
can duplicate it with hair extensions. How easy is that?
You will need a bit saved aside to do this, but it's worth
it especially when you see the results. Even more so when
your friends start "oohing and ahhhing" over you as well.
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Fish Oil and Bipolar

Fish Oil and Bipolar
With the ups and downs that are associated with bipolar
disorder (sometimes referenced as manic depressive disorder
in more recent times), it's understandable that the patient
might want to find a medication that can help to keep
things more level. Instead of having the extreme highs and
lows, the patient can manage their disorder and live a
healthy and normal life. In recent years, the idea of
additional medications and natural remedies to handle this
diagnosis has been discussed - with surprising answers.

What is Bipolar Disorder?

When the brain is unable to regular the chemicals in the
brain that affect mood, the patient can experience wide
variations in their temperament. The 'ups' include
euphoric feelings in which the patient is energetic, happy,
and feels as though they can accomplish anything. They will
often not eat as much, they will sleep little, and they
will be very productive. However, when the brain chemistry
changes, the 'downs' create depressive states in which the
world seems lonely. The patient may be sad or angry as
well as begin to isolate themselves from the world. In
some 'downs,' the patient can begin to have suicidal
thoughts along with fatigue, changes in eating habits and
crying spells.

What's hard about bipolar disorder is that there is so
little known about the chemistry in the brain that it's
hard to determine how to control these chemicals. While
this condition is not difficult to diagnose anymore, the
medication and therapies that are tried can be successful
for a time and then stop working as they once did. This
may be due to another shift in the brain's chemistry or the
body simply building up a resistance to the medications
themselves.

A lifelong disorder, bipolar disorder can lead to major
life disruptions as swings in mood can lead to erratic and
harmful behaviours that need to result in hospitalisations.
Once the moods are stabilised again, the patient is free
to leave the hospital, but the cycles can repeat again and
again.

How is Bipolar Disorder Traditionally Treated?

While the individual cases of bipolar disorder and
treatments vary, there are a few common therapies that are
used more commonly:

Mood stabilisers
Anti-psychotic medications
Anti-depressants
Psychotherapy
Acute hospitalisation
Outpatient therapy

With medications like mood stabilisers, the mood can be
greatly regulated over the long term. Medications like
lithium are widely prescribed, but they have side effects
that can be detrimental to the long term health of the
patient. Other medications need to be closely monitored in
the bloodstream as they can affect the liver and other
organs if too highly concentrated. Other medications like
anti-psychotics and anti-depressants are only used in short
term therapies as a sort of bridge out of the mania or the
depressive state.

Talking therapies can be beneficial when used in
conjunction with medication therapy, but by itself, this
does not address the brain chemistry malfunctions.
Hospitalisation is a fair way to address the change in
brain chemistry, but the treatment is only for issues in
which the patient is suicidal and harmful to themselves and
to others.

What are the Studies Saying?

That said, there are some promising studies that are
linking the use of fish oil and success with bipolar
disorder patients. In 1999, a controlled study used fish
oil and the placebo of olive oil to see how patients with
bipolar disorder responded. Results showed that moods
stabilisation was possible with the use of fish oil, often
helping to promote the same cellular reactions as lithium
and other medications.

Another statistical analysis of countries that eat diets
high in fish and fish oil showed that these countries had
much lower rates or mood related disorders.

How to Increase Fish Oil Levels in the Body

The good news is that adding fish oil and essential fatty
acids to the diet is a relatively simple process. With a
number of fatty fishes to choose from, it's simple to add
two to three servings of these essential nutrients to your
diet each week. However, with rising pollution counts in
the water, scientists are wary of suggesting human
consumption of anything more than two to three servings a
week. Higher mercury levels in the water can damage the
body and cause toxicity in the bloodstream.

Essential fatty acids can also be found in non-fish sources
like flaxseed, nuts, and seeds. Many more food choices are
also being fortified with Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids,
so it's easier than ever to add these to the diet.

However, finding the time to prepare fish and to find these
products can be difficult. To help make this step easier,
fish oil supplements are also available. They provide
concentrated amounts of essential fatty acids in a
convenient form. In addition, they don't contain the high
levels of mercury.

Conclusion

While dealing with mental illness requires several
different approaches to therapy, adding fish oil seems to
be the easier step toward more stable moods and a much more
stable life.

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Dave McEvoy is an expert in omega 3 fish oil EPA with over
20 years experience; for more information about fish oil
and how it can help come and visit. http://www.mind1st.co.uk

Find Out Natural Weight Loss Remedies

Find Out Natural Weight Loss Remedies
The busy lifestyle of people nowadays along with the stress
on junk or canned food has lead to obesity problems among
many people, irrespective of their age groups. What most
people do not realize is that apart from the embarrassment
due to their fatty shape, there are also various diseases
such as arthritis, blood pressure, and many others that
comes accompanies with obesity.

Obesity should in any case not be taken lightly and steps
should be taken by the person immediately to lose weight
before its too late. Nevertheless, the market has weight
loss products in abundance, but due to their side effects
most people refrain from using them and prefer to stay as
they are. Not anymore as adopting certain natural methods
will ensure that they lose weight without such products in
a natural way.

1. Water - When it comes to weight loss, flushing out
unnecessary accumulated fat from the body is the foremost
consideration that can best be done by drinking as much
water as possible. 10-12 glasses of water are undoubtedly
the minimum requirement per day for the body. Also,
drinking a glass full of water in the early hours of
morning helps a great deal, in the absorption of nutrients
in food, suppressing appetite, hydration of the body and
better digestion. One can also have lukewarm water for
better and easy digestion. Water can also be taken with
honey and lemon as another natural remedy for weight loss.

2. Honey - In case you feel lack of energy while
exercising, having a tablespoon of honey may raise your
energy levels once again. Also, this does not has any side
effects as the natural sugars contained in honey gets
easily absorbed in the body. So, why not take some honey
and get started?

3. Herbal Tea - One can take sunflower seeds and raw
almonds while sipping their favorite herbal tea to lose
weight in natural and herbal way.

4. Spices - These are great to add some taste to your food
and also do not contain any calories or fats. There are
various spices that prove to be helpful in a weight loss
plan. The capsaicin contained in the cayenne aids in
burning calories. Besides, black pepper, dry ginger and
cinnamon also adds flavor to the food and at the same time
do not contain any extra calories or fat.

5. Healthy food - Weight loss doesn't mean that you will
part ways with food completely and only survive on juice,
water, and boiled vegetables. It would be then too
difficult to adhere to such a diet plan for long. And so,
avoiding junk food and instead including nutritious food
like sweet corn, pulses and others would be a good idea to
lose weight and also comparatively simple to follow as well.

Last but not least, no dietary plan can be said to be
complete without any regular exercise regime. Climbing
staircases, instead of using lifts and various other such
everyday exercises must be included as a part of our
everyday lives along with morning and evening walks not
only to lose weight, but also for healthy living. Exercises
on a regular basis also ensure that the joints do not get
stiff and helps a person live an independent, hassle free
life even in old age.

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The article written by Weera Kunti, please visit the
website for more information at
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Using A Sauna For A Natural Body Detox

Using A Sauna For A Natural Body Detox
When you are looking for a way to feel clean and less
stressed out, you might realize that it's time to seriously
think about a whole body detox. Our bodies take a lot of
abuse, and as we walk around, at work and at home, we can
absorb a great deal of toxins through our skin and through
the food we eat. By carrying those toxins around, we find
that we feel heavier, and no matter how hard we scrub the
shower, or how meticulous we are in our personal hygiene,
we may always feel a little grimy. This is exactly where a
sauna or a body detox wrap can step in and help up detox
our bodies, so take a look below to see how a sauna can
help you!

To understand why a sauna works, think of your body and
what happens during a fever. During a fever, your body
essentially chooses to get hotter and hotter due to the
fact that it wants to kill off the germs that are
proliferating inside this. No matter how uncomfortable this
makes you, the fever does kill off germs, and this is
essentially what you are doing with a sauna. A sauna can
work as a whole body detox towards removing the various
toxins and viruses that are plaguing your body are weaker
than normal cells, and because they do not tolerate heat as
well as the other cells in your body, they can be killed
when the temperature has been raised slightly.

At the most basic level, you'll find that the use of a full
body detox can enhance your metabolic process. This means
that you will be charging your cellular energy up to the
highest level and help your body fuel the processes that
keep it moving and healing. Saunas, no matter how they
conduct the heat to your skin, will help your body
circulate better and oxygenate better. There are plenty of
different ways that saunas can help you, both in terms of
detoxing your body and of improving your health.

Similarly, when you are thinking about the role that your
skin plays in your natural body detox progress and your
basic health, you'll find that your skin has a large role
to play in terms of keeping your body clean. Its first
purpose, of course, is to keep toxins and infections from
getting into your body, but you'll find that it also has
the responsibility for pushing toxins that have been in
your body out of it. You'll find that there are many
reasons why your skin cannot do this. Restrictive clothing
that does not breathe, sun damage, and the chemicals that
we put on our skin on a daily basis, from cleansers to
lotions can prevent our skin from doing what it needs to do.

A sauna uses heat and moisture to open up your skin and
pull toxins out of it, something that is necessary when it
comes to a total body detox. You'll find that there are
plenty of different types of saunas out there as well as
plenty of ways formalize a body detox plan, so find the one
that will be best for your body and your situation!

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John Khu is a health enthusiast and author of a new eBook
titled "Body Detox Tips". He is devoted to educate others
on the benefit of body detoxification. He is also the
owner of the website called http://www.bodydetoxtips.com
which provides complete and up-to-date information.

The Amazing Benefits of Salsa Dancing

The Amazing Benefits of Salsa Dancing
No Wonder Dancing Feels So Good......

Music and dancing has been a part of many different
cultures for centuries. It is part of celebration and
entertainment. And whether they knew it or not, way back
when the dancing began, there are numerous amazing health
benefits. Now that the American population is facing a
major obesity epidemic, health benefits from dancing is
something that should be taken a closer look at.

The Health Benefits of Salsa Dancing

Not only is dancing an exceptional way to let loose and
have fun, but it also provides some terrific benefits for
your health.

In fact, Mayo Clinic researchers reported that social
dancing helps to:

* Reduce stress

* Increase energy

* Improve strength

* Increase muscle tone and coordination

Dancing

Dancing the night away can burn more calories per hour than
riding a bike or swimming.

And whether you like to kick up your heals to hip hop,
salsa or country, the National Heart, Lung and Blood
Institute says that dancing can:

* Lower your risk of coronary heart disease

* Decrease blood pressure

* Help you manage your weight

* Strengthen the bones of your legs and hips

Salsa dancing is a unique form of exercise because it
provides the heart-healthy benefits of an aerobic exercise
while also allowing you to engage in a social activity.

The amount of benefit you get from dancing depends on, like
most exercises, the type of dancing you're doing, how
strenuous it is, the duration and your skill level.

Salsa Dancing

* Builds endurance and stamina

* Helps with weight loss

* Relieves stress

* Helps you release toxins via sweating

* May help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol
levels

* Can lead to a reduced heart rate over time

Dancing Off Those Calories

How many calories will you burn while dancing? That depends
on the type of dancing. Here's a range of some of the most
popular varieties, based on a 150-pound person, per hour:

* Swing dancing: 235 calories/hour

* Ballroom dancing: 265

* Square dancing: 280

* Ballet: 300

* Belly dancing: 380

* Salsa dancing: 420+

* Aerobic dancing: 540+

Mental Benefits of Dancing

Dancing is a unique form of exercise because it provides
the heart-healthy benefits of an aerobic exercise while
also allowing you to engage in a social activity. This is
especially stimulating to the mind, and one 21-year study
published in the New England Journal of Medicine even found
dancing can reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and
other forms of dementia in the elderly.

In the study, participants over the age of 75 who engaged
in reading, dancing and playing musical instruments and
board games once a week had a 7 percent lower risk of
dementia compared to those who did not. Those who engaged
in these activities at least 11 days a month had a 63
percent lower risk!

Interestingly, dancing was the only physical activity out
of 11 in the study that was associated with a lower risk of
dementia. Said Joe Verghese, a neurologist at Albert
Einstein College of Medicine and a lead researcher of the
study, "This is perhaps because dance music engages the
dancer's mind."

Verghese says dancing may be a triple benefit for the
brain. Not only does the physical aspect of dancing
increase blood flow to the brain, but also the social
aspect of the activity leads to less stress, depression and
loneliness. Further, dancing requires memorizing steps and
working with a partner, both of which provide mental
challenges that are crucial for brain health.

So clearly dancing is excellent for your body, mind, and
soul. Pick up a new heart healthy habit and learn to dance
salsa.

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Salsa Crazy San Francisco
http://www.salsacrazysf.com

The Improvisation of Tai Chi

The Improvisation of Tai Chi
With tai chi it's very important to learn to color inside
the lines. It's essential to do each move in just the right
way. Once you learn to do this, you begin to feel the
energy within your own body.

Once you are able to 'play' with the energy you must learn
when to ignore the lines. In my view Tai chi has a number
of similarities with improvisational acting.
Improvisational acting paradoxically has rules to follow,
the primary rule being to say yes to whatever line or
whatever situation is offered you. Everything is a gift.

My take on tai chi at this moment in my training, is that
every move your opponent makes is a gift for you to accept.
When you are able to feel your own energy, you can also
begin to feel your opponent's, then you can take their
energy in and redirect it where you like
… once you've begun to master the art.
I'm still working on it.

A training brother of mine told me he was cautioned to give
tai chi 10 years before he could really feel he had learned
something. Later someone told him it took 20 years to
achieve anything of note. He and I both think it was
because the first person had been studying more that 10
years and the second, more than 20. No one seems to think
they are where they should be.

My senior training sister and teacher, Miriam, was told to
start teaching beginners after a few years of training.
This was both a compliment of her abilities and a way to
ensure she continued to advance. She says she learns as
much from her students as they do from her and I feel the
same way. Now, after more than 14 years, she still feels
she is just beginning to learn the depth of tai chi chuan.

My master, after well over 50 years of study, still says he
wishes he had listened to his grandfather more. His
grandfather was a senior disciple (protege) of the great
Yang Chengfu and is the master who took over the northern
part of his Chinese training route. My master and his
grandson, Master Cui Zhongsan, is a well known high level
master in Beijing China.

It seems that the journey never really ends, that there is
always more to learn. This principle is the challenge, the
mystery, and the reward of studying taijiquan. I have found
a greater purpose for myself and it is saying yes to
learning all tai chi can teach me, and a part of this
lesson is discovering ways to say yes to whatever life
offers.

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Seeing is Believing!

Seeing is Believing!
Tiger Woods does it, Arnold Schwarzegger changed his body
shape doing it, patients in hospital are doing it. What is
it? It is creative visualisation, sometimes called guided
imagery.

Imagery is not only visual. It can come through other
senses. It can be a feeling, a knowing, a taste, a sound.
Most important of all, by practicing guided imagery you can
make big changes.

In a study conducted by Alternative therapies in Health
and Medicine, in 2006, it was found that levels of the
stress hormone cortisol, dropped significantly after
participants practiced guided imagery. Researchers in a
hospital in Cambridge, England also found that patients
who used creative visualisation tapes during surgery,
recovered faster and on average left hospital earlier than
other patients.

There have since been many other studies that show that
imagery can boost immune function, lower blood pressure,
speed up healing from cuts, fractures etc and reduce
allergies. And on the psychological level, creative
visualisation can lower depression, reduce perception of
pain, lower fatigue and generally create a sense of
wellbeing.

What is actually happening here is that our unconscious
accepts the pictures, sounds, feelings we experience as a
reality. It does not differentiate between imagination and
reality. Where we repeat a visualisation, we slowly etch it
into the unconscious part of our mind. Then once it is
there, our unconscious goes to work to make it happen for
us in reality.

This is not such a big surprise. Well it is part of life's
many mysteries, if we really think about it. like the way a
plant grows from a seed , it follows a given pattern.. You
plant a seed, you miraculously get to see a plant grow. You
visualise an event, a more helpful response to a difficult
situation, and you begin to see it manifest in your life.

One of my clients, Peter (not his real name) had always
been fit and well. Suddenly, out of the blue, he began to
get painful joints, he consulted his doctor, but he wasn't
too keen on taking medication if he could help it. After
getting his doctor's permission, he started to visualise.
When he came to see me we worked on changing the messages
he was sending his unconscious about the pain from his
arthritis. Slowly, he began to feel more in control of the
pain. He felt he had a tool that he could use to change his
perception of his pain. No doubt more research is going to
be conducted into the health and psychological benefits of
visualisation.

The Ancients were right to hold the imagination and guided
imagery in such a high regard, something modern scientists
are discovering everyday.

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Duncan Sequeira, is a hypnotherapist in London.
http://www.metrohypnotherapist.com

Mild to Severe Allergic Reactions to Childhood Vaccinations

Mild to Severe Allergic Reactions to Childhood Vaccinations
Due to the problems with possible allergic reactions to
childhood immunization shots and adult vaccines there are a
number of questions that you should speak with your doctor
about first.

1. Is the patient currently sick?
2. Has there previously been an allergic reaction to a
vaccine?
3. Is there any history of allergic reactions, severe
allergies, immune disorders or convulsions?
4. Will I recognize an allergic reaction to a vaccine?
5. Can I obtain the manufacturer name and lot number of the
medicine being used?
6. Is there an alternative?

If you are interested in alternatives to vaccinations you
will need to look around for a doctor who is interested in
alternative medicine.

Allergic reactions to vaccines can happen to anyone, child
or adult, even if there has never been a reaction before.
Knowing what the reactions are and how to spot them is
necessary so you understand the treatment that is necessary
or if you need to consult the doctor.

Early in life children are given the DTaP vaccine. This is
the abbreviation for Diptheria, Tetamus and Pertussis. The
diseases are a great deal more dangerous than the vaccine,
however they can still cause some side effects.

A mild allergic reaction may include fever, redness or
swelling and possible tenderness and soreness at the pace
where the injection was given. Generally after the 4th or
5th shot the side effects are more evident.

Other mild reactions that you may see are poor appetite,
tiredness, fussiness and vomiting. Now there are some
allergic reactions that are very rare, however they are
severe and should be watched. These include high fever,
seizures, coma, non-stop crying or possible brain damage.

The Hepatitis A vaccine causes some mild reactions such as
headache, loss of appetite, soreness where the shot is
given and tiredness that can last up to 2 days. For the
Hepatitis B vaccine the reactions are similar, however
there may be a slight fever. Although rare, more severe
allergic reactions would appear within a few minutes to a
few hours.

Reactions to the Hib vaccine include warmth, swelling and
redness where injected and generally a fever of over 101.
This may all begin within a day or so and last up to 3 days.

Once vaccine the HPV has only mild reactions that include
redness and possible swelling and pain at the site of the
injection along with some itching and mild to moderate
fever. There do not seem to be any serious allergic
reactions to this vaccine.

A very common vaccine that is used for adults and children
alike is the Flu vaccine. There are some mild allergic
reactions to this vaccine, however rarely any serious
problems arise.

The flu virus itself has been deactivated so that you don't
actually get the flu from the flu shot. The most common
reactions include redness, swelling and soreness.

You may even experience flu like symptoms with aches, pains
and a slight fever that can last for a couple of days. If
there is a more severe allergic reaction it will usually
appear within a few hours of receiving the injection.

The vaccine that is given to children to fight against
mumps, measles and rubella is the MMR vaccine. The allergic
reactions are from mild to moderate and there is a bit of
hullabaloo about whether or not is have been linked with
the onset of autism.

The reactions that are mild include swelling of the glands
in the neck and cheeks, although rare, a mild rash and
fever. The more severe allergic reactions include temporary
stiffness and pain in the joints, seizures and low platelet
count that causes a bleeding disorder.

A severely debilitating disease that once left it's victims
with physical disabilities and paralysis has been all but
eliminated since the creation of the Polio vaccine. The
inactivated polio vaccine, referred to as IPV, should never
be given to someone that has had a prior allergic reaction
to streptomycin, neomycin, polmyxin or IPV.

Childhood vaccinations and immunizations has become a
controversial issue. If you are concerned, do some research
before allowing your child to be given any vaccine. Also,
you can choose to make several visits to the doctor for
these shots so your child is not given more than 1 or 2
vaccines each visit.

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http://healthanswerssite.com such as living with diabetes,
asthma treatments, childbirth and Alzheimer's symptoms and
treatments.

About Anti Aging Wrinkle Cream

About Anti Aging Wrinkle Cream
Wrinkles naturally appear as a person gets older, but for
most of the people, especially women, wrinkles are like a
nightmare, since they reduce the beauty of the face. Among
all other treatments, one of the most effective and
affordable is an anti aging wrinkle cream. As vitamins are
a part of its components, it definitely improves the beauty
of your skin.

By the time you reach the age of 30 years, your skin starts
getting lose, consequently you see wrinkles and sagging
appears on your face. Because skin of the face is most
delicate, it is the earliest to get affected by wrinkles.
As you age older, your facial skin starts showing symptoms
of aging such as slight pigmentation, excessive dryness and
dead cells accumulation, hampering the glow of your face.

The flexibility of your facial skin is affected by
reduction in oil secretion levels and renewal of cells
leading to dryness. In order to retrieve that radiance and
glow on your face, you can get yourself some good quality
anti aging wrinkle cream that has all the natural oils
essential for moisturizing and healing of your skin and
that can exfoliate your skin gently. It can really make you
appear a few years younger than your actual age.

Collagen, a protein, is available in your muscles, tendons
and skin that helps your skin to remain supple and
flexible. As you age old, this collagen starts breaking
down and your skin starts sagging, as your skin loses its
elasticity, wrinkles get formed on your skin over a period
of time. Therefore, an anti aging wrinkle cream with
collagen can do wonders on your skin.

The most effective ingredients of a good anti aging wrinkle
cream is made up of pure and organic oils with almond,
olive and avocado which has properties for skin
enhancement. Exfoliating your skin and maintaining a
regular regimen for skin care can make your look young and
can eliminate the wrinkles on your face. To show anti aging
cream results, you have to follow the instruction of that
cream rightly and be patience because it can possibly take
few days to several months to see the results.

However, if you want hide your wrinkles in the fast way;
you can try another way by going for plastic surgeries like
Botox. Botox can temporary helps to reduce the wrinkles for
a period of time. Botox was very expensive and was use by
Hollywood stars when it was found. But now common people
are able to go for it because its cost was decreased and
there are a lot of cosmetic clinics that have anti aging
Botox treatment. But it still a lot more high cost than
Anti aging wrinkle cream and it may cause some permanent
damage in your skin if used incorrectly.

Before using the above ways to control anti aging, make
sure that it good to your skin type. You can get suggestion
from the practitioner for professional opinions. They can
help you to know your skin and guide you about anti aging
in the suit way for you.

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Fibromyalgia- The Signs And Symptoms Of Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia- The Signs And Symptoms Of Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia can otherwise be called as Muscular
Rheumatism, Tension Myalgia or Fibromyositis. This
fibromyalgia is a syndrome where the patient suffers from
chornic muscle pain.

This is acomplicated syndrome wherein the pain can be all
over the body or just in certain parts of muscles around
the joints. The majority who are affected by this are women
over the age of 30, who suffer from pain in the neck, back
and shoulders. They would generally complain of stiffness
and tenderness and pain in the joints.

It may seem that the problem is with the joints but infact
it is a muscular pain that causes the problem. This can
appear in anyone including children and men of all ages and
is the second most common disorder as per rheumatologists.

Due to the steady pain the person tends to show signs of
stress, sleeplessness, extreme moodiness, and even
depression. This may not be constant, but can escalate with
the pain and uneasiness. The cause of this must be due to
certain pain stimulating chemicals in the body and the
increase or reduction of serotonin in the body making it
sensitive to pain.

Fibromyalgia causes the pain to be centralized wherein you
feel the pain elsewhere in the brain or spinal cord. This
can be triggered with just a slight touch or even external
factors like light and sound. It may seem psychological due
to this, but in reality the pain is genuine and caused due
to these factors.

People suffering from Fibromyalgia can be in a very painful
state even though this symptom is passive. Even though it
is not a fatal condition and does not cause any permanent
damage, the person suffering can be in a distressed state
due to the pain.

It can be a severe set back as the person will not be able
to function like a normal person continually due to the
constant pain in the joints. These symptoms of joint pain
and headaches along with back pain can continue over long
periods sometimes even up to a decade once it starts.

It can be enhanced by weather conditions like cold or humid
weather or even psychological disturbances like stress or
exertion can trigger this symptom.

This symptom is associated with sleeplessness and
restlessness where the patient suffers from sleep disorders
and tends to be a very light sleeper, awakened several
times.

Joint pain is very common along with tenderness of the skin
and a feeling of stiffness. The pain can be extreme or a
dull continuous throb which makes a person almost disabled.
Due to the pain the joints may feel inflamed even though
there will not be any swelling.

The person suffering from Fibromyalgia will tend to feel
tired most of the time and will not have the energy to
function normally mentally and physically. Their mental
stability is not in condition and they may show symptoms of
memory loss or weak concentration an poor aptitude. Their
skin becomes extra sensitive to external factors like heat
and cold or even sounds.

Due to the constant suffering these people tend to also
undergo extreme mood fluctuations which can result in the
person having no patience and displaying anxiety syndrome
or even depression due to the inability caused by the onset
of Fibromyalgia. Their energy levels are low and alertness
can be lessened. Actions which need continuous motion could
become impossible.

Other symptoms that can be noticed are rash, pain during
menstruation, visual impairment or even ear pain. The
temperature can also fluctuate and be below normal most of
the time causing dryness of the mouth as well.

Irritable bowel syndrome can be another sign of
Fibromyalgia, complaints of constant pain in the stomach,
constipation or nausea are seen in most of the patients.

Other common symptoms can be irritable bladder, twitching
of muscles, dry eyes, cramps, numbness etc. Occasionally,
they even react to certain medications when suffering from
Fibromyalgia. Hormonal variations can trigger the symptoms
or even certain allergies. The most common complaint would
be of body pain where the muscles seem overworked and
tender and cause a burning sensation.

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia can be treated over a period of
time and it is better for the family to study this
particular syndrome in order to understand the patient and
help him in his recovery.

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Hailey Harris is an expert in dealing with Fibromyalgia
after suffering for more than 10 years with health
problems. She is now symptom free and living a pain free
life. She developed Ridfibromyalgia.com found at
http://www.ridfibromyalgia.com to help others learn to do
the same. To receive tons of info, tips, and healing
strategies for free visit
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A little known bodybuilding secret

A little known bodybuilding secret
Building muscle can be an expensive proposition. When it
comes to trying to build muscle as quickly and efficiently
as possible, there are many things you can spend your money
on. In fact, you've probably already tried a number of
these things. Most bodybuilders and weightlifters will not
hesitate to spend a great deal of money on the latest
supplement fads. They may also spend a considerable amount
on their gym memberships or exercise equipment.
Unfortunately, they overlook one of the most useful
products when it comes to weightlifting. Are you wondering
what this little known bodybuilding secret is?

It's massage. A good deep tissue massage over the entire
body can work wonders when it comes to building muscle.
Even a good chair massage for 20 minutes or so can provide
many benefits.

Now I know what you're probably thinking. You came here
for some serious tips about building muscle, and all I have
to talk about is massage? Well, the truth is that you
could really benefit if you gave this a try. Now, I'm not
saying that massage will magically put muscle on your
frame. It can't do that directly at least. And I'm
definitely not saying that it will somehow replace the need
for a good weightlifting and diet program. However, when
it comes to building muscle, you need as many weapons as
possible in your arsenal. Massage should be part of the
arsenal because it can help to remove lactic acid from your
muscles as well as lengthen your muscles. The effect is
similar to stretching.

I hope you can see how important massage can be as part of
a muscle building program. It can really help to relieve
stress, and it can help prevent injuries by relieving tight
muscles. This may not be the biggest thing on your mind
right now. However, you would be wise to consider this so
you can prevent injuries down the road. Every step you can
take such as stretching, massage, and good weightlifting
techniques will make injuries less likely. No one wants to
think about that at the beginning of a weightlifting
program but believe me, it's much better to think about
that now. You don't want to end up on the disabled list
for several months because of an injury.

The bottom line is that massage should be part of your
overall program for building muscle. You don't have to
abandon your supplements completely. You don't have to
cancel your gym membership, especially if you don't have
the necessary equipment at home. What you should do,
however, is not forget the importance of a good massage to
help build muscle.

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Getting More Cancer Awareness

Getting More Cancer Awareness
Diet is a very, very important factor when it comes to the
subject of cancer awareness and prevention. Cancer can
manifest (or not) as a result of what you have been putting
on your plate day in day out: To be cancer-free it is vital
to stay committed to a diet that serves as a form of
prevention. Naturally, those who are suffering from cancer
need to be more critical towards their diet.

A cancer prevention diet must be:

1. Immune system building 2. Be natural (organic) wholesome
food 3. Undamaged and not devalued from the ravages of heat
treatment 4. Be free of toxins 5. Sugar free, because this
substance feeds cancer cells 6. Keep the individual well
hydrated (plentiful water supply)

Some Examples Of A Cancer Free Diet

Types Of Nutrition

Remember, all the following vitamins work synergistically
with each other. It has been said that the most potent
anti-cancer vitamin is B-17, known as laetrile in its more
pure form. This is the main nutrition source used in
'metabolic nutritional therapy', which has been shown to
successfully reverse the cancer condition. Vitamin B-17
reacts with an enzyme in the cancer cell, which, in effect,
destroys the cancer. It is found in apricot kernels and
other seed-bearing fruits like strawberry and raspberry.
Other examples include, nuts, chic peas, broccoli, broad
beans, lentils and bamboo shoots.

Other important vitamin sources include: Vitamin C with its
powerful anti-oxidant properties, found in gogi berries,
citrus fruits, apples and potatoes... Anti-oxidants can
'mop up' free radicals that would otherwise be potentially
harmful to the body. These food sources are essential in
that they are good immune system builders.

In this synergistic approach to killing the cancer cells,
Vitamin A (retinol) is an essential. This is found in
carrots, red and orange fruits, egg yolks and dairy. It
improves metabolic efficiency.

Whether you've been diagnosed with cancer or not, a body
detoxification is always a smart move in the cancer
prevention process. Vitamin B17 (pangamic acid), present in
silymarin (which can be gotten as a supplement) can be used
for detoxification. Remember, cancer cells do not like
oxygen and a well-detoxed body has plenty of oxygen rich
cells...

Besides silymarin, other minerals like zinc, which
transports vitamin B-17 or laetrile into the cancer cell is
an essential supplement. So is selenium, which prevents the
formation of free radicals, and calcium for keeping the
body towards an alkalised state, found in mushrooms,
onions, almonds, broccoli seeds and beans.

It should be noted that the above is not an exhaustive
account of what should or shouldn't be eaten: There are
many good websites and books on cancer awareness and
prevention from the naturopathic perspective.

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I, Paul Phillips am a health writer researcher. I graduated
in 'Biological Sciences' which includes biochemistry,
physiology and nutrition. I have worked in various related
research and development labs.
I am always willing to give advice and help people in my
field. For more information please try the link:
http://www.HealthNewsLive.net

Add Value with a Hot Tub

Add Value with a Hot Tub
People are grateful when you add value or something like
extra benefits to their lives. What better way can there be
than to enrich their lives than with a Hot Tub and the
inherent lifestyle that it bestows on one and I set out
below some of benefits of using a Hot Tub:-

1 The first one that springs to mind is Hydrotherapy that
very clever combination of warm water, massage jets and
semi-buoyancy that helps to provide a pleasant and
unforgettable sensation. This hydrotherapy brings relief to
sore muscles and joints and helps relax the mind and body
to relieve everyday stress.

What is Hydrotherapy? Hydrotherapy is the combination of
this amazing fluid known as water, that when warm is often
used in physiotherapy to help recovery from injuries and to
relieve muscle stiffness and aches by assisting in the
reduction of lactic acid. Warm, soothing water helps to
open the blood vessels to naturally assist and improve
blood circulation. The increased circulation helps to bring
nutrients, and thereby helps the tissue and muscle groups
around arthritic joints relax, and promotes the flow of
endorphins in the body

2 The second thing is a much improved and more relaxing
sleep as when you use a Jacuzzi you will sleep much deeper
and feel much more relaxed and refreshed when you wake up.
We know of at least one Spa user who has a lot of cramp
attacks at night so many in fact that they cannot sleep.
But when they use their Jacuzzi they sleep with out any
problems.

3 The third and last thing for this article but of course
there are many others is Hydromassage. Where by the water
jets are strategically placed for maximum benefit, thereby
offering supreme therapeutic support in a carefree
setting. This helps to increase blood flow and aid
circulation, reducing muscle strain and soreness, and
helping to relieve pressure and tension throughout your
body. Calculated buoyancy (and a corresponding feeling of
weightlessness) blends perfectly with swirling warm water
to deliver a relaxing soak with healing properties. In
fact, you'll feel noticeably better in just 20 minutes.

These are just but three benefits that spring to mind
clearly then Hydrotherapy & Hydro massage does help. Not
only do the warm, bubbling waters help melt away tension
and strain, but they also provide a gentle and effective
massage - targeting your joints and muscles, promoting a
better night's sleep and combating the pain of arthritis
and other muscle-related injuries.

Safe, enjoyable and effective for the whole family,
hydrotherapy and the health benefits of a Hot Tub will help
everyone enjoy an active lifestyle.

To be able to sustain and enjoy an active lifestyle one
needs to get regular exercise including stretching combined
with a correct diet and getting a good night's sleep is
only part of the equation.

Enabling your muscles and mind to relax and get the
required respite that they both require is a big key to
enjoying and sustaining physical and mental activity.

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The author Jacuzzi John (JJ) supplies premium quality
American & European Hot Tubs from Estepona on the Costa Del
Sol in Spain and his web site is at http://www.spas4you.com
email info@spas4you.com

What To Do With That Aging Neck

What To Do With That Aging Neck
While there are many changes that occur in the face as we
age, one of the most bothersome to many patients is the
changes that occur in the neck.

Progessive fullness of the neck, loose sagging skin, the
development of vertical banding, the numerous horizontal
wrinkles that appear low in the neck and the loss of a good
sharp neck angle all capture the eye of the patient and
others as well. These neck changes rank right up there with
aging around the eyes as the most concerning facial aging
concerns to most patients.

Like the rest of medicine, it is important to determine
what the anatomic problems are in the neck to match up the
best operation to improve it. Younger patients often just
have some beginning neck fullness and a little bit of
jowling. Simple liposuction and a little jowl tuck-up may
be all that is needed in these younger patients. In some of
these cases, I have used LipoDissolve injections alone and
have gotten a good result if the patient can tolerate the
temporary swelling that comes after eacj injection session
and the 3 to 4 months to get the final result. Older
patients usually have more sagging and loose skin and
something like a more extended facelift (neck-jowl lift) is
more appropriate. This is where sitting down with your
plastic surgeon and going over your concerns with the aid
of a mirror is so important. The selection of which
operation is best for you will depend on a good
understanding on your part of what do you want to see
changed and what are you willing to go through to get it.

The aging neck in the male poses some different issues.
They often have more skin excess and the facelift incisions
that are used in females have to be altered to account for
the male beard pattern. In addition, males have a much
greater tendency towards some relapse after facelift
surgery due to their thicker and heavier skin. Men also
have a much greater aversion to major facelift surgery and
may opt for an alternative procedure known as a direct neck
lift. This procedure dramatically reshapes the neck and can
produce a very sharp neck angle...but at the cost of a
midline neck scar from below the chin down to the adam's
apple. For some older men this may be a good trade-off and
this scar usually turns out fairly well due to how better
hair-bearing skin heals scars.

In the aging neck, a young patient may be able to get by
with some limited procedures such as lipodissolve,
liposuction, skin tightening device treatments, or some
limited neck manipulation. In the older aging neck (> 50
years old), the amount of loose skin will require more
invasive facelift approachs for significant improvement.

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Dr Barry Eppley, board-certified plastic surgeon of
Indianapolis, operates his private practice at Clarian
North and West Medical cenetrs in suburban Indianapolis. He
writes a daily blogs on topics and trends in plastic
surgery at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

Is it True that Aging is Just a Reversible Disease?

Is it True that Aging is Just a Reversible Disease?
Open a newspaper, watch the TV news, look on the Internet.
Every day, a health related story is available, that
focuses narrowly on a disease, a new drug or some other
wonder cure. Day after day, week in week out.

How often do you read advice and information on the total
picture for the majority of people like you and me who are
half healthy? The majority of the population, especially in
the western world, is not subject to serious disease only
displaying symptoms of aging. This can apply to the
emotional state as well as our physical and mental state.
In our half healthy state, we mostly manage to get to work
and take a little exercise and be reasonably happy.

If things get a little worse, we may go to see the doctor
who will likely prescribe some drug rather than investigate
our lifestyle and diet.

Can we move from Half Healthy to Healthy and extend our
lifespan?

To address this question, we need to understand a bit about
our bodies. In a recent interview, Dr Ron Rosedale, a world
renowned expert, revealed his view of human existence and
the relationship with Nature. Basically, from Nature's
viewpoint, we should be efficient reproductive machines in
order to perpetuate the species. Once we have passed the
period of life when we are at our natural reproductive
peak, according to Dr Rosedale, "nature no longer cares
about us". Our bodies will have become expendable with no
useful purpose to serve. We are redundant in the natural
cycle.

Now, of course this does not accord with our view of
things. We at least expect to live our three score years
and ten and physiologically, provided we do not get run
over by the proverbial bus, our bodies are capable of
living to one hundred and twenty plus. If longevity is what
we want then, we will need to take care of ourselves
somewhat better than we do!

Is our life a set of calculated risks?

In order to enable us to reproduce, nature takes some
calculated risks. For example, nature does not worry too
much about the long term effects that oxygen has on our
bodies. Oxidative stress (as formulated in Harman's free
radical theory of aging) is likely to contribute to the
aging process. The worst effects of oxidation are likely to
occur in later life, well after our reproductive peak.
Likewise, the effects of insulin in our bodies; long term
this will reduce our lifespan but in our earlier years it
is not obviously problematic.

Then there are the calculated risks we take ourselves.
Smoking, high alcohol consumption, poor diet, over reliance
on pharmaceutical drugs etc. You may or may not be
surprised to see the last one there but it is true that
many thousands of people worldwide have their life
foreshortened by the effects of pharmaceutical drugs or
their misuse. Of course, the life shortening effects of
banned substances and the additional pain, suffering and
crime they cause, are well known.

What are the symptoms of aging we should look out for?

Well, the symptoms are Cancer, Heart Disease, Stroke,
Diabetes, Obesity, High Blood Pressure, etc. etc. Are you
surprised? These "serious" diseases are signs of aging
which are often induced by our personal treatment of our
bodies. The bad news is, if we rely solely on the medical
profession to help us we are more likely to perish younger
than we should!

Why the medical profession can't have all the answers!

According to Dr Mercola MD and many other sources concur,
"70% of what medical students learn soon becomes out of
date. So they have to keep learning". It is possible that
at least three quarters of the sources of learning e.g.
medical journals and reports, are produced or funded by
pharmaceutical companies who are more interested in
corporate profits than the welfare of patients. They don't
want patients to die, just take their drugs for a long
time. Confined to being half healthy!

Drugs can be extremely effective in some cases to get the
body back from the brink of serious trouble. However, long
term use should be avoided if possible due to the other
effects of most drugs.

If your concern is one of nutrition, don't ask your Doctor!
Apart from a few enlightened souls who realize the
importance of nutrition, medical students are not taught
the importance that nutrition has on health.

We need to take control for our health ourselves.

Combating Half Healthiness is not that difficult with the
right information. The necessity is for us to become a
little knowledgeable in these areas. The physical food we
need - nutrition. The mental food - techniques for mental
health and the exercise and good sleep our bodies thrive
with.

With this package of information, you can be fully healthy,
happy and wise. As Hippocrates is much quoted as saying,
"Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food!"

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A qualified electrical engineer, Barry Dench has been
involved with alternative healthcare and magnetic therapy
for both people and animals since 1996. He has numerous
articles published around the world and is the author of
"The Essential Magnetherapy Guidebook. He can be contacted
by email at:>
mailto:barry.dench@natural-health-awareness.com
For more information on this subject, go to:>
http://www.natural-health-awareness.com

High Fructose Corn Syrup: Enemy #2

High Fructose Corn Syrup: Enemy #2
When you think of sugar you think of sugar cane. Maybe
sugar beets. Extraction of sugar from sugar cane helped to
fuel the colonization of the New World. When you see a
field of corn gently swaying in the breeze, do you think of
sugar? Most of us would be surprised to discover that a
large percentage of the sweeteners used in food processing
come from corn. The process for making High Fructose Corn
Syrup(HFCS) was developed in the 1970's. By the 1990's the
use of sugar had declined sharply. Today Americans consume
more HFCS than sugar by far.

High-fructose corn syrup is produced by adding enzymes to
white corn starch. Simple? Not really. First
alpha-amylase(1st enzyme) is used to break the cornstarch
molecules into polysaccharides. Next, glucoamylase(2nd
enzyme) breaks the polysaccharides into simple glucose
molecule chains. Lastly, glucose-isomersal(3rd enzyme)
converts 42% of the glucose into fructose. After a few
more unnatural steps, the syrup contains the 55% fructose
that is required to be called High-fructose corn syrup.
The first two enzymes are created from bacteria and fungus.
The third is so expensive that producers will pour the
mixture over it and reuse the enzyme repeatedly. Also, the
first two enzymes are both genetically engineered to
increase their stability when heated. As an added treat,
the corn used to make the cornstarch is also genetically
altered.

A study by the United States Department of
Agriculture(USDA) wanted to test the effects of HFCS. They
used lab rats. The males did not mature to adulthood.
They were anemic, had high cholesterol levels, and suffered
from cardiac hypertrophy- their hearts swelled, some
actually ruptured. They did not develop testicles a the
proper time. The females were unable to produce live
young. This study combined HFCS with copper deficient
rats. The reason for that is because most Americans have a
copper deficiency.

High-fructose corn syrup has been found to cause a large
number of health issues in test animals. The animal's
livers were found to have fatty deposits and evidence of
cirrhosis. They looked like the livers of alcoholics. It
is known that fructose interferes with the heart's ability
to use magnesium, copper, and chromium. HFCS has been
implicated in increased cholesterol levels, the formation
of blood clots, and it inhibits white blood cells ability
ro fight infections. Fructose reduces the ability of
insulin to find its receptor on a cell. This is the
calling card of type 2 diabetes. As a result the body is
forced to increase insulin production. Because fructose
does not directly stimulate the pancreas to make insulin
and the fact that it is metabolized in the liver, it is
turned into fat cells more frequently than other sugars.
This can lead to obesity. The claim that HFCS is based on
the fact that soda and drinks that contain HFCS are one of
the main sources of calories in the American diet.
Over-consumption of sugars leads to and overproduction of
fat cells. Therefore, HFCS leads to obesity.

The extreme prevalence of high-fructose corn syrup in our
food chain is alarming to say the least. The news is
doubly hard on people who suffer from diabetes or yeast
problems such as Candida albicans. With emerging
information stacking up that shows the ill effects of HFCS,
the only current remedy is to avoid the many products that
contain it. You will find HFCS listed as one of the main
ingredients in at least half of the foods in your pantry.
There are several websites that you can reference, and lots
of material at your local library, that will give you a
list of dozens of foods that are truly HFCS-free.

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David Grisaffi is a Sports Conditining Coach and holds
multiple certifications including three from the
prestigious CHEK Institute: Level II Corrective Holistic
Exercise Kinesiologist, Golf Biomechanic, and Nutrition and
Lifestyle Coach. Plus he is also the author of the popular
selling e book, "Firm and Flatten Your Abs," which teaches
you how to develop a ripped abdominal region. Visit his
blog at http://www.flattenyourabs.net/blog

A Top Researcher Gets Death Threats for Revealing TOP SECRET Fat Loss Secret to General Public!

A Top Researcher Gets Death Threats for Revealing TOP SECRET Fat Loss Secret to General Public!
A new breakthrough secret is all you now need in order to
forever shed countless pounds, stay healthy, and add many
years to your life!

The best kept secret in weight loss has been discovered --
and this has the whole diet food and drug industries turned
upside down and in nothing less than a torrential uproar.

And no, nothing about the "secret" is difficult -- nor does
it require that you do something completely out of the
ordinary or anything unnatural.

Instead, this is something that was revealed just before
2002, when there was so much research and exploration going
around concerning the human colon and digestive system.
Working in harmony with nutritional absorption, and doing
independent studies just to test things at first ... but
which later expanded on after seeing some fantastic
results."

A reseacher went on to accurately determine a definitive
correlation between harmful plague and parasitic
infestations of the human bowel tract, and people suffering
chronic obesity -- and who despite intense diet and
exercise appeared to be unable to lose any weight
whatsoever.

Over the course of six years a number of natural methods
for the removal of these same harmful, even
life-threatening plaques and rapidly reproducing digestive
parasites -- were developed and when applied to even
worse-case patients suffering extreme obesity (98% of which
were in immediate danger of dying) she saw a 100%
effectiveness and success rate.

The research on the severely obese were copied, and applied
to the same strategies on milder cases of overweight
persons -- only to find the same effectiveness and quality
results as described above (although the individual weight
loss per subject wasn't nearly as much as those obese
patients 100 lbs to 200 lbs or more overweight).

This secret is so powerful that it can reverse diabetes,
rid illness altogether in people suffering from cancer
(linked directly to poor diet and overweight factors), as
well as an elimination of an entire spectrum of serious and
otherwise life-threatening diseases.

Nearly 100% of all the case subjects were told in the
alternative by "conventional doctors" that they either had
just months or years to live, or they would never live a
life anything resembling remotely a "normal" existence --
yet after applying the treatments they saw a complete
contradiction to others doctors' prognoses.

Again, nothing about this secret is unnatural or requires
someone to do any major action or modification in their
lives.

This entire treatment is based completely on
built-into-nature 'protection agents' scattered throughout
the world in the form of select herbs, extracts, and
organic constituents, and which can be found in a variety
of plants -- but when combined in specific combinations and
carefully chosen amounts make for a solution to what is
perhaps the world's worst ever plague: OBESITY (and the
illnesses and diseases resulting from it -- or at least
severely aggravated or exacerbated by it).

Some experts and sociologists suggest that in the bigger
scheme of things, the world will never tolerate a discovery
of such magnitude, any more than it would be realistic to
expect a car that runs on water (even if very real) to ever
become commercially available to the general public for
day-to-day use.

One well-respected and famous diet & wellness author wrote
years ago that if anyone ever "truly unlocked the keys to
permanent fat loss, they may actually suffer the same fate
as JFK."

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Fibromyalgia Does Not Exist As A Single Condition

Fibromyalgia Does Not Exist As A Single Condition
Fibromyalgia, in my experience and opinion, is not one
single condition with one underlying cause and therefore it
is highly unlikely that any one treatment will work for
even a small majority of fibromyalgia sufferers - despite
all the hype for Lyrica.

"Fibromyalgia" is simply a set of symptoms that can be
caused by any number of underlying conditions. And while
fibromyalgia is still considered to be untreatable for the
most part (Lyrica works well for a few people, but it is
far from what it is being advertised as, and the
side-effects rule it out as an option for many people who
try it), the underlying conditions that are causing the
symptoms are usually quite treatable. The problem is that
most doctors are making the diagnosis of fibromyalgia and
not looking any further. Even if they are looking further,
they don't know what to look for, and often wind up missing
something very important, yet relatively easy to fix.

Most of the potential underlying causes of fibromyalgia
symptoms are not even checked for by the majority of
medical doctors who diagnose and treat fibromyalgia. Of
those, such as hypothyroidism and hypoglycemia, that are
typically tested for, the standard testing procedures may
not be adequate to uncover subtle or "subclinical" problems
that can be more than enough to produce rather severe
symptoms.

People with any combination of symtoms that fit the
"pattern" (widespread pain, sleep problems, fatigue,
digestive disorders, etc.) all get lumped together under
the fibromyalgia diagnosis. Worse yet, fibromyalgia
sufferers are typically told that there is nothing that can
be done to cure them and the best they can do is manage the
symptoms with medication.

In fact, many of the people I have seen with the
fibromyalgia diagnosis have told me that their doctors
actively discouraged them from "wasting their time" trying
to find a better way to deal with the situation. After
all, if the doctor said it was incurable, you should just
take his or her word for it - who are YOU to disagree with
"THE DOCTOR"?

Unfortunately, there are so few healthcare practitioners
who do know what to look for, how to look for it, and how
to fix it when they find it, that the vast majority of
fibromyalgia sufferers are being managed by doctors who
really don't know much more about it than the patients
themselves!

The good news is that you don't necessarily have to find a
doctor to help you - although assistance from certain
healthcare providers is usually very helpful. You can take
a "shotgun" approach to the problem using a combination of
natural approaches. Unlike using medication, using
multiple natural treatments at once (within reason) isn't
hazardous (you wouldn't want to take medication for every
possible cause of fibromyalgia because you probably
wouldn't survive the side-effects!). In fact, the
"side-effect" of the approach I'm about to recommend is
that other health problems usually improve at the same time
as the fibromyalga symptoms! The biggest downside is that
using multiple natural approaches simultaneously can be
somewhat costly, but costs can be kept down the more you
learn to do for yourself and when you use
approaches/products that "kill two (or more) birds with one
stone".

The specifics of what I recommend go beyond the scope of
this article, but it comes down to a combination of diet,
supplementation, exercise, body work, and handling
allergies, infections, and removing bioelectric
interference to proper body function. With this
multi-tiered approach, which is different to some extent
for every person, most fibromyalgia sufferers will put
their symptoms into remission. Although this approach is
not a "cure" in the sense that it is necessary to continue
the program for life to keep the symptoms from returning,
it is a far superior approach for most people than trying
to manage fibromyalgia with medications that are usually
minimally effective at best.

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Dr. George Best has been a holistic healthcare practitoner
in private practice since 1992. For more free information
on fibromyalgia and natural remedies, please visit the
natural fibromyalgia relief section of his blog at
http://www.BestHealthAndWellnessInfo.com .

The Consequences of Being Fat

The Consequences of Being Fat
It is truly amazing how much information is thrown at
Americans on a daily basis about nutrition and exercise -
newspapers, magazines, nightly newscasts, websites,
e-mails. You would think with all of the eating and workout
information available to Americans today that we would be a
very healthy collective society - yet almost three out of
every four American people are fat! Are people just
ignoring what they hear? Too stupid to understand? Too lazy
to care?

My suspicion is that we as a society are simply overloaded
with bad information. Let's be realistic - parking farther
away from the entrance to your work building or the
shopping mall will NOT help you lose weight. You would need
to walk to Arizona - from New York - to burn off the
burger, fries and soda you stuffed down for lunch.

I also think that Americans fall victim to a "not me"
attitude when it comes to fitness - or should I say
fatness. You may wake up in the morning and feel pretty
good. Maybe your clothes are a little tight, but that is
nothing that a trip to the mall can't fix. You never get
sick. In general, you feel pretty good so there is really
no need to worry about the fact that you are carrying
around too much fat. Your wife or partner still loves you
"for who you are", so why put in the effort? Because that
significant amount of fat is killing you...literally.

If you were like me, you skipped your yearly check-up with
the doctor because you were a) in your late twenties and
virtually indestructible or b) knew he/she was going to
tell you that you need to lose weight. Thanks Doctor
Obvious!

Here's the problem with that scenario. First, fat and obese
people have increased risk of: high blood pressure;
osteoarthritis; high cholesterol/triglycerides; Type 2
diabetes; coronary heart disease; stroke; gallbladder
disease; sleep apnea and other breathing problems; and some
cancers (such as endometrial, breast, and colon).

Second, hundreds of studies have shown that the medical
community does not look highly on, or hold much hope for,
the obese. The negative attitudes and reluctance of
physicians, combined with the negative body image and
embarrassment of an obese person, lead to the hesitation of
the obese to seek medical care. In women, who need
preventive screenings such as breast and pelvic exams, pap
smears, etc. this is especially troubling. By not getting
the preventive services offered by medical professionals,
the obese are putting themselves even more at risk than
they currently are.

Perhaps just as concerning are the social consequences of
being fat. Studies have shown that bias against fat people
is already formed in children 8 years old!

Obesity has linked to higher incidences of: poor grades in
school; denial of jobs and promotions; lower wages for the
same job duties; loss of opportunity to adopt children;
higher insurance premiums for the same benefits; public
humiliation (such as teachers weighing children in front of
the class and announcing their weight); firing or pressure
to resign; rejection from college; less financial support
for college (even from their own parents!); expulsion from
school (nursing student); discrimination in apartment
rentals; price discrimination (Southwest Airlines requires
fat people to purchase a second seat).

The National Education Association has gone on record as
saying "for fat students, the school experience is one of
ongoing prejudice, unnoticed discrimination, and almost
constant harassment" and that "from nursery school through
college, fat students experience ostracism, discouragement,
and sometimes violence."

Believe it or not, you haven't read the worst yet. Let's
try the general perceptions of fat people that have been
very well documented across several studies. Non-obese
people associate the following characteristics and
qualities with obese people: lacking self-discipline; low
supervisory potential; poor personal hygiene/professional
appearance; sloppy; less productive; less ambitious; less
determined; lazy; less conscientious; less competent;
disagreeable; emotionally unstable; slower mentally; poorer
attendance records at work and school; poor role models;
non-compliant; hostile; dishonest; lack of persistence in
the face of adversity; low achievers; have family problems;
lack willpower; compensating for lack of love or attention;
unintelligent; worthless; unpleasant; ugly; awkward;
repulsive; sexually unskilled(!); undesirable marriage
partners.

Are you infuriated yet? One study of teachers...educated
people...people who shape the futures of our children...in
that study 28% of responders said that becoming obese is
the worst thing that can happen to a person. So, I have to
ask...why would anyone voluntarily put themselves in a
class of people who are so biased against and perceived so
poorly?

Of course, I am not talking about the extremely small
percentage of people who have medical conditions that cause
obesity - for example, the people who really do have a
thyroid problem, not the ones who use it as an excuse. I am
talking about the ones who willingly continue to eat
themselves into bias and discrimination - the people who,
according to Dr. Kenneth Walker in his nationally
syndicated newspaper column, should be "locked up in prison
camps".

It has been said over and over again...obese people are the
last acceptable targets of discrimination!

Are you sufficiently fired up to make an honest effort to
lose fat?

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Matt Lisk is a fat loss expert who has used his knowledge
to lose over 70 pounds of body fat, reduce his body fat
percentage to under 10% and to resolve a variety of health
issues he was experiencing. He is the author of Lean State
University's Fat Loss 101 Newsletter at http://leanstate.com