People need to exercise caution bfr starting any workouts at the gym.
1. Everyone can go to the gym but everyone cannot do the same things.Age matters for different workouts.
2. When u start with an exercise plan , start slowly.
3. There are certain conditions with which u shd not exercise without doc’s clearance like history of stroke ,asthma,lung problem,epilepsy.
4. With a cardiac problem ,with a doc’s advice,u can start with a light walk n increase in intensity.
5. Get a medical clearance if ur women above 55 n man above 45.
6. To avoid problems cropping up later get a medical clearance
7. Warning signs to stop exercising include tightness in chest , unusual amount of sweat ,sweating without a cause ,hyperventilating ,locked joints ,seeing stars ,dizziness and fainting.In the long term any pain tht lasts over 48 hours , lack of sleep .irritability and disorientation are signs tht ur overtraining.
8. Get yourself a PAR-Q TEST(Physical activity readiness questionnaire) to asses ur suitability to start an exercise regime.this is a basic test.the next level is SUBMAXIMAL FITNESS TEST (a physical test ,not just a Q-A) tht determines how strong ur heart is n how much u can push it.Other physical tests guage flexibility n muscle strength in ur upper n lower body.
9. FULL BODY CHECK UP----
Your BP , ECG , Platelet counts , Anemia , cholesterol ,RFT ,LFT
10. PAR-Q TEST--
#do u often hav chest pains?
#do u often feel dizzy or fainting?
#did ur blood pressure was too high any time?
#did u had heart trouble anytime?
#did u hav any bone or joint problem or pain tht gets aggravated by exercise?
#are u above 65 n not used to vigorous exercise?
You must listen to your body.if u feel u hav to stop-STOP.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
HAIRFALL FORGOTTEN....
Reasons for a hairfall—
#genes(in ths case it happens with age)
#severe illness
#post pregnancy
#rapid weight loss
#prolonged stress n anxiety
#infection of the scalp
#severe dandruff
#As per ayurveda hairfall is due to excess pitta or vata in ths body
Pitta is the element of fire n acid.it leads to dandruff n acid in the roots.an excess of vata leads to dry n brittle hairs.
FEW METHODS TO CURE HAIRFALL---
#Apply almond oil mixed with olive oil on the scalp with a few drops of lemon juice.leave this overnight n wash out next morning.
#Eat 5 almonds , one teaspoon flax seeds ,one walnut and one fig daily.
#Brahmi oil helps stimulate hair roots n promotes hair growth.
#Eat healthy proteins like sprouts , tofu and soy flour.
#Take zinc supplements to improve hair growth.
#Soak methi seeds in water overngt.apply this as a hair pack the next mrng on the roots of ur hair.
#Drink a veggie juice of carrot , amla , curry patta and ginger. Or make a juice of spinach ,lettuce n beetroot.
#Seeds of all kind are gud for hairs.try sesame (til) ,flax seeds ,almonds ,walnuts ,sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds.
#Wheat germ is also gud for hair n skin.mix a teaspoon of wheat germ with ur atta n hav it in ur rotis.
AVOID FEW FOLLOWING THINGS------
#Maida n other refined flours
#Excessive smoking n drinking
#Tight hairstyles
#Hair rollers n blow drying on a very hot setting
#An overuse of setting gels n hair sprays
#Harsh hair colours
#Excess sugar n chemicals
#Irregular eating habits
#Lack of sleep
#Stress
#Harsh shampoos
so change ur lifestyle a bit n njoy beautiful hairs.
#genes(in ths case it happens with age)
#severe illness
#post pregnancy
#rapid weight loss
#prolonged stress n anxiety
#infection of the scalp
#severe dandruff
#As per ayurveda hairfall is due to excess pitta or vata in ths body
Pitta is the element of fire n acid.it leads to dandruff n acid in the roots.an excess of vata leads to dry n brittle hairs.
FEW METHODS TO CURE HAIRFALL---
#Apply almond oil mixed with olive oil on the scalp with a few drops of lemon juice.leave this overnight n wash out next morning.
#Eat 5 almonds , one teaspoon flax seeds ,one walnut and one fig daily.
#Brahmi oil helps stimulate hair roots n promotes hair growth.
#Eat healthy proteins like sprouts , tofu and soy flour.
#Take zinc supplements to improve hair growth.
#Soak methi seeds in water overngt.apply this as a hair pack the next mrng on the roots of ur hair.
#Drink a veggie juice of carrot , amla , curry patta and ginger. Or make a juice of spinach ,lettuce n beetroot.
#Seeds of all kind are gud for hairs.try sesame (til) ,flax seeds ,almonds ,walnuts ,sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds.
#Wheat germ is also gud for hair n skin.mix a teaspoon of wheat germ with ur atta n hav it in ur rotis.
AVOID FEW FOLLOWING THINGS------
#Maida n other refined flours
#Excessive smoking n drinking
#Tight hairstyles
#Hair rollers n blow drying on a very hot setting
#An overuse of setting gels n hair sprays
#Harsh hair colours
#Excess sugar n chemicals
#Irregular eating habits
#Lack of sleep
#Stress
#Harsh shampoos
so change ur lifestyle a bit n njoy beautiful hairs.
Tip the SCALES even when you are WORKING
Demanding wrk hours are no excuse for an unhealthy lifestyle.thr is always a way to stay healthy
Stress affects the production of 6 hormones namely adrenaline , cortisol , DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), ghrelin , leptin , n insulin.if the balance of even one hormone is disrupted u tend to experience increased hunger irritability n mood swings.higher thn normal levels of adrenaline(pumped whn ur stressed) can cause an increase in appetite n fat storage around the tummy.
BUSY WRKER’s GUIDE TO HEALTH----
#practice deep breathing while u travel to n fro frm wrk for 5 mintwice a day.switch off ur cell n concentrate on ur breathing-inhale to a count of four n hold ur breath to a count of four thn exhale through ur mouth to a count of four
#carry homemade food whnever possible.lunch shjd b simple-wheat rotis with added oat bran in 1:1 ratio it keeps u full longer coz of thr lower glycemic index eat rotis with green veggies n salad n dal n dahi
#snack on peanuts n roasted channa between meals these provide u with fibre proteins n minerals
#always eat breakfast bfr u leave fpr wrk it shd b combo of protein n high fibre carbs like whole wheat bread with egg or u can hav steamed sprouts with chopped cucumber n tomatoes with black salt n lime juice or a moong dal chilla n few almonds
#drink a glass of tomato n carrot juice bfr u breakfast.it will provide u with loads of antioxidants which offset the effects of stress
#avoid drinking more thn one cup of coffee as caffeine adversaly affects hormone balance n trigerrs stress
#drink water throughout the day.dehydration reduces wrk performance coz iot leads to low energy levels
#eat every three hours.eat a light dinner by 8 pm if ur hungry by 7 pm eat a fruit
#set aside 30 min frm ur busy day for exercise n brisk walk thr is no substitute for exercise
Dnt get stressed abt adopting a healthy lifestyle do it on ur own pace
Stress affects the production of 6 hormones namely adrenaline , cortisol , DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), ghrelin , leptin , n insulin.if the balance of even one hormone is disrupted u tend to experience increased hunger irritability n mood swings.higher thn normal levels of adrenaline(pumped whn ur stressed) can cause an increase in appetite n fat storage around the tummy.
BUSY WRKER’s GUIDE TO HEALTH----
#practice deep breathing while u travel to n fro frm wrk for 5 mintwice a day.switch off ur cell n concentrate on ur breathing-inhale to a count of four n hold ur breath to a count of four thn exhale through ur mouth to a count of four
#carry homemade food whnever possible.lunch shjd b simple-wheat rotis with added oat bran in 1:1 ratio it keeps u full longer coz of thr lower glycemic index eat rotis with green veggies n salad n dal n dahi
#snack on peanuts n roasted channa between meals these provide u with fibre proteins n minerals
#always eat breakfast bfr u leave fpr wrk it shd b combo of protein n high fibre carbs like whole wheat bread with egg or u can hav steamed sprouts with chopped cucumber n tomatoes with black salt n lime juice or a moong dal chilla n few almonds
#drink a glass of tomato n carrot juice bfr u breakfast.it will provide u with loads of antioxidants which offset the effects of stress
#avoid drinking more thn one cup of coffee as caffeine adversaly affects hormone balance n trigerrs stress
#drink water throughout the day.dehydration reduces wrk performance coz iot leads to low energy levels
#eat every three hours.eat a light dinner by 8 pm if ur hungry by 7 pm eat a fruit
#set aside 30 min frm ur busy day for exercise n brisk walk thr is no substitute for exercise
Dnt get stressed abt adopting a healthy lifestyle do it on ur own pace
Food on your FACE/SKIN-series 1
A free home spa experience is tucked into the family kitchen n fridge.
With the following ingredients u can create home spa treatments for your face n hairs
TOMATO N CITRUS FRUITS
Slices of tomatoes , oranges and grapefruits promotes external n internal health.slice n eat a bit of fruit.
Step 1-rub a few of slices on ur face.
Step 2-leave the fruit pulp n juice on ur face for 20 min.
Step 3-rinse with warm water.
Fruit acids brighten the complexion n help ur face shed old cells..test the fruit on a small patch of skin area bfr u apply on ur face.
HONEY AND EGGS
Whether mixed together or applied separately honey and raw eggs make a gr8 facial mask.
Honey tightens pores n moisturizes the skin.let the food harden n thn rinse with warm water.
OLIVE OIL
Dab olive oil around ur eyes n rub it on your hands.
Warm olive oil is a gr8 hair conditioner.
ALOE VERA
Pluck and open a plump leaf frm one of your aloe plants.smear the inner goop on ur face n let the green film stiffen for 15 min.whn u remove the aloe film from ur face your skin will feel smoother n tighter.
SO NJOY FOOD ON UR FACE.THE SECRET OF TAUTER SKIN N SILKER HAIR LIES IN UR KITHCEN N GARDEN
With the following ingredients u can create home spa treatments for your face n hairs
TOMATO N CITRUS FRUITS
Slices of tomatoes , oranges and grapefruits promotes external n internal health.slice n eat a bit of fruit.
Step 1-rub a few of slices on ur face.
Step 2-leave the fruit pulp n juice on ur face for 20 min.
Step 3-rinse with warm water.
Fruit acids brighten the complexion n help ur face shed old cells..test the fruit on a small patch of skin area bfr u apply on ur face.
HONEY AND EGGS
Whether mixed together or applied separately honey and raw eggs make a gr8 facial mask.
Honey tightens pores n moisturizes the skin.let the food harden n thn rinse with warm water.
OLIVE OIL
Dab olive oil around ur eyes n rub it on your hands.
Warm olive oil is a gr8 hair conditioner.
ALOE VERA
Pluck and open a plump leaf frm one of your aloe plants.smear the inner goop on ur face n let the green film stiffen for 15 min.whn u remove the aloe film from ur face your skin will feel smoother n tighter.
SO NJOY FOOD ON UR FACE.THE SECRET OF TAUTER SKIN N SILKER HAIR LIES IN UR KITHCEN N GARDEN
Food value 4 PEAR
Pear,the juicy fruit frm the apple family is succulent n has many benefits.
#pears hav antioxidant n anticarcinogenic glutathione which help prevent high BP n stroke
#the fruit is rich in vit A ,Copper n Potassium
#it has high pectin level which helps lower cholesterol levels
#it is fibrous fruit most of fibre being insoluble thus making it gud laxative
#it reduces urine acidity n are gud for lungs n stomach
#u can get quick n natural source of energy frm pear juice due to its large amounts of fructose n glucose
#the anti oxidant nutrients are critical for building up ur immune system
#pears hav antioxidant n anticarcinogenic glutathione which help prevent high BP n stroke
#the fruit is rich in vit A ,Copper n Potassium
#it has high pectin level which helps lower cholesterol levels
#it is fibrous fruit most of fibre being insoluble thus making it gud laxative
#it reduces urine acidity n are gud for lungs n stomach
#u can get quick n natural source of energy frm pear juice due to its large amounts of fructose n glucose
#the anti oxidant nutrients are critical for building up ur immune system
Monday, September 21, 2009
Cross the line...Stretch marks....
Stretch marks-anyone can get thm.thy r the fine lines on the body n thy happen whn ur skin is stretched by rapid growth.skin is fairly elastic but whn its overstretched,the normal production of collagen(the major protein tht makes up the connective tissue in the skin)is disrupted.as a result ,scars called stretch marks may form.u can develop stretch marks anywhr whr fat accumulates n stretches the skin.
Cause-whn a person grows or gains weight really quickly,thy risk developing stretch marks.ths can happen to kids at puberty n ppl who r obese.stretch marks can also b caused by exercise,long term n unsupervised usage of steroids.
Cure-stretch marks usually fade with time.nothing can make thm entirely disappear.to prevent stretch marks keep ur skin well moisturized.use either vitamin E based moisturizers or those tht contain coca or shea butter.
Few Medical Methods—
Tretinoin crème-also called Retino A.not advised for breastfeeding mothers.
Alpha hydroxyl Acids(AHA’s)-these plant derived extracts increase cell regeneration.thy increase skin flexibility which helps lighten stretch marks.
Laser surgery-it is most effective in early stages,whn the colour is darkest coz the laser will respond only to dark colours
Microdermabrasion-ths uses jets of zinc,aluminium oxide crystals or a rough surface to remove dead skin.chemical peels are also helpful in lightening these marks.
Glycolic acid-it most likely wrks on stretch marks by increasing collagen production
Anti stretch marks crèmes/lotion-thy improve hydration in the body
Concealers-blend thm well with ur skin to hide stretch marks
SO NJOY UR SKIN
Cause-whn a person grows or gains weight really quickly,thy risk developing stretch marks.ths can happen to kids at puberty n ppl who r obese.stretch marks can also b caused by exercise,long term n unsupervised usage of steroids.
Cure-stretch marks usually fade with time.nothing can make thm entirely disappear.to prevent stretch marks keep ur skin well moisturized.use either vitamin E based moisturizers or those tht contain coca or shea butter.
Few Medical Methods—
Tretinoin crème-also called Retino A.not advised for breastfeeding mothers.
Alpha hydroxyl Acids(AHA’s)-these plant derived extracts increase cell regeneration.thy increase skin flexibility which helps lighten stretch marks.
Laser surgery-it is most effective in early stages,whn the colour is darkest coz the laser will respond only to dark colours
Microdermabrasion-ths uses jets of zinc,aluminium oxide crystals or a rough surface to remove dead skin.chemical peels are also helpful in lightening these marks.
Glycolic acid-it most likely wrks on stretch marks by increasing collagen production
Anti stretch marks crèmes/lotion-thy improve hydration in the body
Concealers-blend thm well with ur skin to hide stretch marks
SO NJOY UR SKIN
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Jet Lagged.......
Jet laf normally occurs whn ur body doesn’t get time to adjust to a new place and its time table
The best thing is to avoid sleeping bfr ur flight.instead,sleep during ur flight.make sure u drink enough water n liquids to keep ur body hydrated.
If u cant sleep on the flight n still get a jet lag,hav a glass of nimboo panni once u reach ur destination.hav a bath n thn try to get sound sleep.
Happy Flying…Cheers….
The best thing is to avoid sleeping bfr ur flight.instead,sleep during ur flight.make sure u drink enough water n liquids to keep ur body hydrated.
If u cant sleep on the flight n still get a jet lag,hav a glass of nimboo panni once u reach ur destination.hav a bath n thn try to get sound sleep.
Happy Flying…Cheers….
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