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Get abs and a flat stomach

Saturday, July 17th, 2010

The cardio, good for quickly removing grease, is an essential ingredient to develop concrete abs and a flat tummy and smooth. Antioxidants bays allow you to move one notch above in the state of your fitness. Antioxidants help improve blood circulation and thus allow more oxygen to circulate to the muscles. When your muscles get more oxygen, exercise seems easier, and you can workout harder, longer and more often.

Blueberries and blackberries are the best foods containing antioxidants. Try to eat on waffles (made from whole grains) or by wrapping them in a lettuce leaf with turkey.

Bulgur (kind of hard wheat) for shrink fat cells and get abs concrete
Eat carbohydrates. A U.S. study showed that the chain system that took whole grains at dinner lost more fat around the belly than those who ate refined grains. 50 g of cooked bulgur provide more fiber (4 grams) and fewer calories (76) than other grains.

Explanation: fiber helps the body maintain a low rate of insulin, which, according to Finnish researchers, would shrink the fat cells.

The milk chocolate to create the muscle, abs and get a flat stomach
Change what you eat after your workout to be more likely to develop nice abs and a flat stomach. One study showed that athletes who drank milk chocolate showed a slower rate of muscle damage after four days of intense physical exercise than those who drank sports drinks.

Explanation: a glass of chocolate milk combines carbohydrates and protein, which is a perfect snack for creating muscle. Mix 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder or syrup (less than 20 grams of sugar, however) to get nice abs and a flat stomach.

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Anti-aging products in your diet

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

The best way to ensure you have more nutrients in every meal, even when you’re in the office cocktail party or dinner with the neighbors, is to choose foods that are loaded with spices. Whenever you wish to increase the flavor of your meals with herbs or spices you will literally “level up” your food without adding a single calorie. You take something ordinary and turn it into something extraordinary, adding color, flavor, vitamins and often have medicinal properties.

Spices and herbs have medicinal properties. Studies have shown the benefits of different herbs and spices.
A study at Malmo University Hospital in Sweden has shown that up to two hours after the meal, people who ate rice pudding spiced with cinnamon had measured levels of blood glucose significantly lower than those ate version of rice pudding without cinnamon spice.

Other studies suggest that cinnamon may improve glucose levels in the blood by increasing the sensitivity of a person with insulin. In 2003, a test focused on 60 people suffering from type 2 diabetes reported that the simple act of eating two teaspoons of cinnamon daily for six weeks reduced levels of glucose in the blood significantly. This consumption has also improved cholesterol and triglyceride levels, perhaps because insulin plays a key role in regulating body fat. So if you start adding spices to your diet now, you might be able to see real health benefits in the first month of the new year.

Every little bit counts, then spice up your meals! Change your eating habits, especially if your next meal is a lot of cheeseburgers. Choose more flavor instead of the bland taste every time, and try to incorporate these herbs and spices in your diet to enjoy their medicinal properties:
1. The rosemary and basil for its anti-inflammatory,
2. The cumin and sage for their power to fight against dementia
3. Cinnamon, Cayenne pepper for their power to fight against obesity
4. Cinnamon, coriander for power control of sugar,
5. The citronella, nutmeg, bay leaves and saffron for their calming effect on bad mood
6. Turmeric for its power to fight against cancer,
7. Oregano for its power to fight against fungi,
8. Garlic, mustard seeds and chicory for their power to improve the heart’s pumping system,
9. The basil and thyme for their power to keep skin young
10.The turmeric, basil, cinnamon, thyme, saffron, ginger for their power of stimulating the immune system,

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Cholesterol: Cholesterol lowering with 3 tips – Part 2

Monday, July 5th, 2010

While the cholesterol in the blood increases, it greatly increases the risk of coronary heart disease like angina pectoris or myocardial infarction (the other risk factors as smoking, hypertension, diabetes ).

Adults aged over 25 should know their cholesterol level (through a blood test fasting in a laboratory or a test at home). The ideal cholesterol level should be below 2 grams / liter. Beyond 2.5 grams / liter, cholesterol is high. However, these limits vary according to age, sex, HDL (good cholesterol) and triglycerides.

The best meal for anyone worried about their cholesterol is low in saturated fat meals rich in fruits and vegetables. And although there is no miracle solution beyond this requirement healthy foods have been shown to give cholesterol levels an extra push to go in the right direction.

Find the barley
When volunteers participating in a study (conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture of the United States) were added to the barley diet, their levels of bad LDL cholesterol decreased by two times the levels of those n have not consumed barley. Barley (part of looking good carbs when you shop) is an excellent substitute for rice, adds depth to soups and is very good when combined with dried fruits, nuts, and that a little oil and vinegar for a salad good for the heart.

Eat beans and lentils
A recent study published in “Annals of Internal Medicine, showed that the levels of bad LDL cholesterol fell twice in volunteers who were on a diet reduced in fat and had added beans and lentils (more whole grains and vegetables) to their menu. Experiment with beans in soups, salads and dips. Slide in your burritos, lasagna and casseroles baked. You might like!

Become a fan of blueberries
Blueberries contain a powerful antioxidant called pterostilbene which can help lower bad LDL cholesterol. Mix a cup of frozen blueberries with a half-cup of orange juice and a vanilla-flavored yogurt in the blender for a healthy drink for breakfast. Sprinkle fresh blueberries on cereals and eat it by the handful as a snack (such as snacks, for example).

Look oat bran
When women, a study analyzed by the University of Toronto (Canada), added oat bran to their diet already healthy for the heart, the rate of “good cholesterol” HDL rose by over 11% . At breakfast daily, aim to eat a bowl of oat bran and hot cereal, or a bowl of oatmeal. Small cakes oat bran can also bring a tasty dose of your daily diet.

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Cholesterol: Cholesterol lowering with 3 tips

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Cholesterol is a fatty substance (manufactured by the liver, contributed by various foods like eggs, butter, whole milk, etc..) Essential to the functioning of your body. Cholesterol helps to produce cells and hormones. However, excessive presence of cholesterol in the blood (and arteries) represents a danger to your health.

Some tips for lowering cholesterol:

1) Eat Whole Grain
Studies have shown that whole grains (eg oatmeal) can lower blood cholesterol (more than you lose weight or avoid the buoys around the belly), then integrate them into your daily diet.

2) Drink a glass of wine at dinner
In fact, any alcoholic drink can increase levels of good cholesterol and reduce the risk of a heart attack. However, excessive consumption of alcohol raises the risk of cardiovascular disease (in addition to providing calories in excess).

Specifically, moderate consumption of alcoholic beverages is associated with improved lipid profile (increased HDL cholesterol) and decreased coagulation cardiac events by obstruction (atherosclerosis, thrombosis) are therefore reduced. In contrast, consumption of alcohol causes a high amount of blood pressure elevation, and thus increased risk of stroke by bleeding.

3) Eat almonds
A substance found in the skins of almonds can help prevent the oxidation of LDL (or “bad cholesterol”). The oxidation of bad cholesterol can damage the lining of blood vessels and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Sprinkle almonds on cereals and salads or snack on a handful of almonds during snack. If you can not resist the urge to snack, indulge in your craving for snacks by eating almonds (but not too much, already provide 23 almonds 164 calories).

4) Take the lawyers when you shop
Various studies have shown that monounsaturated fats found in avocados lower the “bad” cholesterol (LDL) cholesterol and increase good cholesterol (HDL), especially in people who already have a slightly elevated cholesterol.

Put slices of lawyers in sandwiches and salads, or make a good guacamole, crushing the pieces of lawyers before mixing them with garlic, lemon juice and salsa.

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Food for a Healthy Diet -part 2-

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

food for a healthy dietOranges

Properties: with a big orange vitamin C is achieved recommended daily. They are a great reinforcement preventing infection. Prevent cell aging. They neutralize free radicals and prevent oxidation of cholesterol that forms plaques. They contain phenols with antiviral, anti-inflammatory (rheumatoid arthritis) and anticarcinogenic. (more…)

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Food for a Healthy Diet -part 1-

Saturday, June 12th, 2010

food for a healthy diet

Although there are many healthy foods I have highlighted what I consider to almost everyone, the 10 foods essential for a healthy diet.

A balanced diet should contain, of course, different types of nutrients but if I had to choose 10 essential foods for their nutritional value for the health benefits produced, its price and its relevance to our diet, choose the following: (more…)

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The Danger of Diets -part 3-

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

the danger of dietsWhat diet is recommended against osteoporosis?

Skim milk is an excellent food for a high calcium intake, essential mineral in the determination of this condition. One cup of skim milk provides 300 milligrams of calcium, only 86 calories and the added benefit of vitamin D, a factor which enhances the absorption of calcium. Other good sources are yogurt, canned sardines, salmon, all low-fat cheeses. (more…)

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The Danger of Diets -part 2-

Sunday, June 6th, 2010

the danger of dietsScientists at the Institute of Biosciences and Technology, University of Texas came to the conclusion that diets rich in vegetables, fruits of all kinds, cereals and soy may help men prevent prostate cancer as feared, which is currently the second leading cause of death in the male population. (more…)

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The Danger of Diets -part 1-

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

the danger of diets

The danger of allowances is determined by the unbalanced they are, by our current physical status and duration or time that follow.

The incorporation in the diet of certain foods that can improve natural defenses against certain health problems is a major factor and, over time, increasingly valued.

If preventive medicine tends to avoid the occurrence of diseases, arguably makes predictive medicine walk in genetic studies to identify in each individual propensities to constitute the most diverse forms of the disease. And through it looking for identification of potential risks that each person has against a particular condition. (more…)

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Slimming in a Week

Sunday, May 30th, 2010

You see the proposal is that this is a different diets, but simple. You eat until you feel satisfied, without getting bored and losing up to 3 kilos in less than 2 weeks.

Do not worry, none of what I have narrated so far is Magic, is possible and depends solely on you. Let me share with you this information and this procedure I received and I have really tried with great success … and is very useful to keep in line after you reach your ideal weight.Your health will be the biggest beneficiary, since it has been shown that overweight is associated with cardiovascular problems, diabetes, hypertension and other pathologies

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