Friday, April 14, 2006

7 Easy Steps To Healthy Weight Loss

Today more than ever there is so much information out there on losing weight that is has become very confusing and sometimes difficult to follow. It’s actually very easy to lose weight if you follow my 7 principles.

1. - Before you can start any diet program you need to be in the right frame of mind. If you do not feel good about yourself you probably will not want to choose healthy foods. You cannot expect the act of going on a diet to make you feel better about yourself. The only way you can choose to eat a healthy diet to lose weight is if you have a positive self-image.

2. - Learn more about who your ancestors were. If you eat more like your ancestors you will be eating food that is better for your body. You will likely lose weight, have more energy and feel great. It has been shown when a group of people stop eating the food that was indigenous to them they start gaining weight and having health problems.

3. - Eat whole foods that are as natural as possible. When you eat whole foods that are full of nutrients your body will know how much to eat and how much not to eat. You do not have to count calories because your body is a wonderful machine. If given the right nutrients you will be at the best weight for you, have plenty of energy and feel great. Eating highly processed empty calorie foods will cause your body to always be hungry because it’s trying to get the nutrients it needs.

4. - Drink the best weight loss supplement known to man, water. Most people do not know the difference from being hungry for food or thirsty for water. A great deal of times people eat when they should drink. Most likely you will not feel as hungry if you are getting enough water. You will be satisfying the thirst, which is confused for hunger. Water also helps you digest food better. Drinking water before you eat will help fill you up.

5. – Always chew your food well. Chewing your food well will ensure that you get the most nutrients out of your food. Getting the most nutrients will satisfy your body therefore you will eat less. Another benefit of chewing well is that it helps aid in digestion.

6. - Eat small, frequent meals in a day. Large meals tax your digestion system, making it work harder. Taking too much time in between meals makes you hungrier for the next meal.

7. - Increase your physical activity. Most people are over weight because of a lack of physical activity. Start walking more, bicycling, walk your dog for longer periods of time, swim, dance and leave the car at home when you can. It’s important that you choose a physical activity that you enjoy because you’ll stick with it. Choosing a physical activity purely based on the fact that it burns a lot of calories may be a mistake.

About The Author
Joel Kaye holds a Masters Degree in Physical Health Education and he is currently teaching classes at the prestigious New York University’s Coles Sports Center On Weight Management, Nutrition And Exercise And Cancer Wellness.

Thursday, April 13, 2006

Soy Pancakes
Ingredients:1 cup Soy Flour2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons baking powder3 tablespoons sugar1 1/2 teaspoons salt3 eggs3 cups milk6 tablespoons salad oil

Directions:Mix all ingredients together until moistened. Add extra milk for thinner pancakes. Spray griddle with a non-stick cooking spray. Preheat to 350 degrees. Pour 1/2 cup of batter on griddle for each pancake.

Yield: 30 servings.Per serving: 212.3 calories, 9.5 grams fat, 39.8 calories from fat, 40 mg cholesterol, 469 sodium

Wednesday, April 12, 2006

Benefits of the Soya Bean

Soya is one of the oldest and most nutritious foods in the world. In the 11th century BC it was primarily consumed in Northern China, spreading to the west and the U.S.A. in the middle of the 18th century and only more recently to Europe. Soya is mainly used in industry and for animal feed despite the fact that it is the third most important crop world-wide today and less than 3% is consumed by humans.

Soya has many nutritional advantages as it contains protein, fibre and isoflavones which have positive effects on cholesterol, bone density, menstrual and menopausal symptoms as well as preventing certain cancers. It is thought to be a wonder food by the Chinese who believe it can cure kidney disease, water retention, common colds, anaemia and leg ulcers.

Research studies by Professor Anderson in 1995 resulted in healthy heart claims as Soya was found to reduce blood cholesterol levels in many of his studies. Soya isoflavones combined with soya protein enhance blood cholesterol reductions as well as having a positive effect on menopausal women by reducing the risk of hot flushes. Improved vascular function, reduction of blood pressure, antioxidant protection of LDL cholesterol and inhibition of platelet activation are other known cardiovascular effects of Soya and its constituent isoflavones.

The recommended daily amount of soya protein by the UK Joint Health Claims Initiative in 2002 is 25g as part of a low-fat diet to help reduce cholesterol level. In orser to achieve this RDA of Soya to promote a healthy heart and reduce cholesterol it is necessary to consume three portions of a Soya based food each day. This can be easily achieved by using Soya milk on cereal each morning, adding soya milk to tea and coffee and choosing a dessert made from soya milk eg. custard or fruit smoothies yoghurt etc.,

There are many Soya cookery books available as well as the many recipes containing soya beans and tofu which already exist in Chinese cooking books. If more people included Soya into their daily diet the risk of developing Heart disease would be reduced which would have a significant impact on the incidence of mortality caused by Coronory Heart Disease today.

About The Author
John Gibb is the owner of Nutrition guides, a website offering free nutrition advice and a quality nutrition book with special offers for newsletter subscribers.
How to lift and firm your breasts? Normally when a woman grows old, loses weight, or gives birth, she might have a problem with her breasts. As the skin sags, the breasts become saggy and droopy too. The best way out that she could ever imagine is having a breast implant, breast massager, or pills. But all these ways may not put the problem to an end and it is much worst when lots of money wasted for a temporary result and poor health later. Today, i want to share with you one of the Malay beauty secrets on how to lift and firm your breasts in a natural, economical, easy, and safer way. Come on now! Let's go to the kitchen and get the stuff together. :)
TIP 1: Put one or two raw egg yolks into a small container. Then smear the yolks with hands or brush, over your two breasts. Let the breasts dry and never try to wipe or clean. You can clean the breasts in the next morning while you have your shower. It is highly suggested to do this treatment before you go to bed at night. Do this regularly and you will feel the difference after one or two weeks. Good luck!
TIP 2: Get some fresh and big, betel leaves. Then apply some cooking oil such as olive or coconut oil to the betel leaves. Heat the leaves with a candle and quickly pat the leaves on your two breasts. Let the leaves cool and dry for a few minutes. Do this regularly for the best result.
P/S: I welcome any comments and other breast tips from anyone. We can expand our knowledge by sharing information and ideas on natural beauty and health tips...Have a good day.
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