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Are Your Doctor’s Hands Poisoning You?

By admin | Published: January 9, 2012

3 Ways Your Doctor May Be Infecting You
(And My 4 KEY Pieces of Advice)

While researching the 12 little-known germiest places to beware of, I discovered something just as alarming:

If you are not cautious and if you don’t speak up for yourself, your doctor and other health workers could easily be infecting you … particularly in the following three ways.

In response, I also offer you four important pieces of advice…

1) “Can You Please Put on a NEW Pair of Gloves?”

It would seem to be common sense that a health care worker wearing gloves is safer than those who don’t wear them.

But not so fast!

According to a recent study of hand hygiene and glove usage in hospitals, researchers found the use of gloves was strongly linked to significantly worse levels of hygiene.

“Gloves are often used when in contact with bodily fluids or the most infective patients, like MRSA patients,” said Dr. Sheldon Stone, lead author of the study. “So in the patient group or the clinical situation where you’re more likely to pick up potentially spreadable germs, health care workers are actually less likely to clean their hands afterward.”

The level of hand hygiene was even worse in environments where workers were required to wear gloves all the time, particularly before having contact with patients or while assisting high-risk patients.

The good intentions that come from taking preventative measures like wearing gloves are useless if workers don’t wash their hands.

So my first piece of advice is to ask your doctor or any health care worker to BOTH wash their hands and change their gloves before handling you or a loved one.

2) “I Insist You Disinfect That Stethoscope, Please!”

Your doctor’s familiar stethoscope may also be full of risky germs, according to a summer 2011 study.

An analysis of 100 stethoscopes at three units discovered 54 samples of Staphylocococcus aureas or methicillin-resistant Staphylocococcus aureas — better known as MRSA — the antibiotic-resistant bug that can be deadly.

When you consider how many other people are touched by those stethoscopes at doctor’s offices and hospitals, this contamination starts to make some (unfortunate) sense.

But here is the other frightening statistic: Only 8 out of 100 health professionals — all eight of them nurses — cleaned their stethoscopes before or after seeing a patient! Among the frightening reasons given for germy stethoscopes were forgetfulness, not enough time or being too busy…

My second piece of advice? Insist they disinfect that stethoscope with you watching before it touches you!

3) “Can You Please Remove That Tie?”

You may be seeing fewer male doctors wearing ties at clinics and hospitals, and here is why:

A few years ago, the American Medical Association considered a proposal that would’ve suggested a new dress code for doctors … thanks to evidence that ties, long sleeved shirts, white coats, and other loose / dangling clothing may be responsible for spreading infections.

This may have been in part a delayed reaction to a 2004 study of medical staffers at a New York hospital that identified the source of bacteria that cause blood infections, pneumonia and other serious diseases: neckties.

Several states have also discussed “dressing down” as a means to prevent the spread of dangerous bacteria. One of these, New York — citing the highest malpractice insurance costs in the nation in their state –  recently endorsed a “prohibition” on health care professionals wearing ties, jewelry, and other clothing to lower the cost of medical malpractice lawsuits.

Also, an article appearing in Missouri Medicine: The Journal of the Missouri State Medical Association cited many more studies linking ties and other clothing to the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in calling for a transition away from ties.

The last sentence in the piece really says it all: Abandoning neckties soon might be considered, like good hand washing, to be among the best practices in the fight to keep patients safe.

DO NOT WAIT for others to pass measures on this for you, though …

My third piece of advice is to ASK if your doctor and other health care providers wear ties and other loose/dangling clothing and to make your own choices accordingly if they do.

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Pulled Back Muscle?

By admin | Published: January 6, 2012

The 5 Most Important Steps to Take Now

pulled back muscle

What should you do when you pull a back muscle?

A pulled back muscle occurs when the muscle is stretched too far, causing small tears within the muscle.

If you haven’t already, you probably will at some point experience a pulled back muscle. It could happen during a game of golf, while cleaning the garage, or even on the dance floor.

A pulled back muscle may not sound like a serious injury, but the low back pain can be surprisingly severe. Fortunately, pulled back muscles usually heal within days or weeks.

While that pulled back muscle may seem to come on suddenly, chances are it was a long time coming. You could be ignoring some very important warning signs. Which means if you’re not in pain now, you might want to sit up and pay attention.

Do you sit in a chair all day? Do you exercise incorrectly? Are you under tremendous stress? Are you dehydrated? Are you substantially overweight?

Did you honestly answer yes to one or more of those questions? If so, then you’re at greater risk of muscle imbalances, trigger point pain, and at higher risk for injuries like a pulled back muscle.

But when you do experience pulled back muscles what do you do? You probably reach for a bottle of pain killers and go lie down. But what should you really do?

Here’s the 5 most important steps you can take now to help your body recover quickly from a pulled back muscle:

#1: Apply Cold

You should apply ice to your injury as soon as possible. The sooner you apply the ice the more it will help. Use a cold pack, a zip lock bag of crushed ice, or even a bag of frozen vegetables in a pinch.

Apply the cold pack in a circular massaging motion to prevent the ice from resting in one place too long. You can also place a thin towel between the compress and your skin to help prevent frostbite.

Ice can be applied up to 20 minutes at a time. Repeat over the course of the first few days, or after flare ups. The cold will cause nearby blood vessels to constrict and also help minimize swelling and painful inflammation.

The cold will stimulates your body to rush more oxygen-rich blood full of antibodies and vital nutrients to repair the injury and carry away waste products as it attempts to warm the area.

#2: Apply Heat

Try applying heat directly after the ice. This is a powerful way to “double-shock” your back muscles out of the pain-spasm cycle.

Apply 20 minutes of ice followed by 20 minutes of heat and repeat up to three times. This should provide some relief from even severe lower back pain.

There are many ways to apply heat, including a long hot shower, ultrasound, heating pad, and pain cream.

If you want the gold standard in heat for pain relief, try a far infrared heating pad, which produces heat that penetrates much deeper than the superficial heating a standard heating pad offers.

As heat is applied, your back muscles relax and circulation increases again as your body sends fresh blood supply to cool the area back to normal. Repeat heat treatments as necessary.

#3: Natural Anti-inflammatories

Think twice before you reach for that bottle of pain killer. It might kill more than just your pain.

The truth is inflammation is a normal part of the healing process. The problem with inflammation is our bodies lose the ability to turn off the inflammatory response as we get older.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and naproxen can help with both pain and inflammation, but they also carry significant cardiac and digestive health risks.

A better approach is to replace what your body stops producing enough of as you age… specifically, systemic proteolytic enzymes.

These are the same enzymes your body uses to naturally quell inflammation once healing is complete and clean up excess scar tissue. By giving your body what it needs to heal instead of masking the symptoms, you both reduce painful inflammation and speed up actual recovery time.

#4: Rest – But Not Too Much

Don’t rest too long. A little couch time won’t hurt, but light activity speeds recovery, so avoid lying down for long periods of time.

Growing evidence shows there is little or no benefit to bed rest over staying active. Listen to your body. Ultimately, your level of pain will determine your level of activity.

As a rule of thumb, if a certain activity led to a pulled muscle don’t repeat it for at least a week. For example, if your back pain started after lifting something heavy, avoid lifting heavy objects for at least a week while your back muscle heals.

#5: Stretching and Strengthening

You’ll want to be very careful your first couple of days, but some light stretching can often reduce lower back pain from a pulled muscle by relieving tension. Include both strengthening and stretching exercises.

Try this easy stretch while lying in bed. Gently raise your knees from the bed to your chest, then put a slight pressure on your knees for a light stretch in your lower back.

This stretch can help relieve pain spasms in your back faster than waiting on them to resolve on their own. The stretch should not add to your pain, so again, remember to listen to your body.

Prevent Back Muscle Pain

Often you can avoid back pain by taking some simple protective steps.

Watch what you eat. Stay away from inflammatory foods, such as baked goods, processed foods, fruit juice, soda, sweetened cereals, and fast food. They make your body more sensitive to pain.

Keep fresh fruits and vegetables a main part of your diet. Also eat foods rich in back pain-relieving Omega-3 fatty acids like salmon, sardines, and walnuts.

You need protein in your diet to help repair damaged tissue and to build and strengthen muscle. And don’t forget to drink plenty of water to hydrate tissues and organs and allow your body to regulate its temperature throughout the day.

Relieve stress. Many people hold emotional stress in their muscles. Frequent stress, anxiety, and tension can lead to tight muscles and muscle strains. You may be able to prevent new or recurring back pain with simple techniques such as massage and meditation.

Studies show that massage is an effective way to reduce stress and relax tightened muscles. And if you haven’t tried meditation, maybe you should. As little as 10 minutes being still, breathing deep, and centering your thoughts can quiet both mind and body after a stressful day. In fact, here’s how you can try stress-relieving meditation free.

Support Your Back. What kind of support does your desk chair, car seat, or couch offer? Probably not enough.

Try using a back support cushion, or a back orthotic which cradles your pelvis and floats your spinal system to reduce all-day pressure buildup and automatically correct slouched sitting positions.

By improving your sitting posture you can relieve excess strain on back muscles that can make you prone to a pulled back muscle

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Armed Chinese Troops in Texas!

By admin | Published: January 6, 2012

Well this amazing video really speaks for itself!

Watch out for the big buzzword that opponents of these ideas love to throw around to scare people into submission: ISOLATIONISM. Because…

“Shutting down military bases and ceasing to deal with other nations with threats and violence is not isolationism. It is the OPPOSITE. Opening ourselves up to friendship, honest trade and diplomacy is the foreign policy of peace and prosperity. It is the ONLY foreign policy that will not bankrupt us in short order, as our current actions most definitely WILL …”

Watch the video, share it, and please share your comments about it below!

 

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The 7 Most Dangerous Disease-Causing Bacteria

By admin | Published: January 4, 2012

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Protect yourself from the most dangerous disease-causing bacteria

Your body has millions of potential disease-causing bacteria, inside and out. Bacteria cover your skin, live in your intestines and throughout your body.

Some bacteria help your bodily processes along while others keep potentially harmful bacteria at bay. Infection can occur when disease-causing bacteria enter your body or existing bacteria get out of balance.

Pathogenic bacteria cause numerous infectious diseases like pneumonia, cholera, whooping cough, and meningitis and are responsible for the spread of respiratory infections like tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.

Disease-causing bacteria are a leading cause of death in children and the elderly. Hospitalized patients and those with chronic diseases are at especially high risk of bacterial infection.

You can help protect yourself from bacterial infection by maintaining a healthy immune system. Eating a healthy and well-balanced diet, getting plenty of restful sleep, and exercising regularly are important ways to boost your body’s defenses.

When disease-causing bacteria overwhelm your immune system, there’s an incubation period between the start of infection and the time symptoms appear. Here’s the incubation period for several well-known diseases caused by bacteria:

  • Pneumonia: 1- 3 days
  • Meningitis: 2 – 10 days
  • MRSA: 1 – 10 days
  • Strep: 2 – 5 days
  • Tuberculosis: Weeks to Years
  • Whooping Cough: 6 – 20 days
  • Cholera: 2 hours – 5 days
  • Rocky Mountain spotted fever: 2-14 days
  • Salmonella: 8 – 48 hours
  • Bubonic Plague: 2 – 6 days

As you can see, some bacteria strike swiftly, while others like tuberculosis can lie dormant in your system for years before you ever know they’re there.

That’s why I’m sharing what I believe are the seven most dangerous disease-causing bacteria (that you’re likely to encounter)… and more importantly, how to rid your body of them all.

#1: Streptococcus pneumoniae

Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze. Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria are commonly found in the nose and throat and are currently the leading cause of invasive bacterial disease in children and the elderly.

Streptococcus pneumoniae is responsible for numerous cases of pneumonia throughout the world. It’s the #1 cause of bacterial meningitis and the most common cause of ear infections in children. Don’t forget to wash your hands frequently.

#2: Mycobacterium tuberculosis

Get tested. Tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis which is a highly infectious disease causing breathing difficulties as the bacteria infect your lungs.

An estimated 15 million people in the United States are infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Of these, however, only a small number will actually develop clinically evident disease.

This disease-causing bacterium can lie dormant in your respiratory system for years before being activated.

#3: Escherichia coli

You might want to start eating your hamburgers well done. E. coli is commonly transmitted through contaminated hamburger meat, apple cider, and fruits and vegetables.

This bacteria is associated with a severe diarrheal disease called hemolytic uremic syndrome and has caused several nationally prominent outbreaks of food poisoning in recent years.

An estimated 73,000 cases are reported in the United States annually, and E. coli bacteria is one of the most commonly involved bacteria behind product recalls.

#4: Salmonella

Beware of contaminated water. Salmonella is the second most frequent cause of bacterial disease in the United States. Mild infections often remain undiagnosed or unreported, so incidence may be much greater than we think.

Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. The elderly, infants, and people with impaired immune systems are at greatest risk of severe disease. Salmonella is transmitted via exposure to contaminated food, especially eggs or water, or contact with infected animals.

#5: Staphylococcus

Check for skin damage. Staphylococcus is a group of bacteria behind a number of diseases after infecting various tissues in your body.

Staphylococci can normally be found in the nose, on the skin, and other locations of up to 30% of healthy adults. In the majority of cases, these bacteria do not cause disease.

However, damage to the skin or other injury may allow the bacteria to overcome the natural protective mechanisms of the body, leading to infection.

Recently, antibiotic-resistant strains have appeared called MRSA or multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, which has gained notoriety for causing the flesh eating disease.

#6: Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Seek medical care. Neisseria gonorrhoeae is the bacteria behind the sexually transmitted disease Gonorrhea. There are more than 700,000 new gonorrheal infections each year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Gonorrhea is preventable and treatable. Any person who engages in sexual activity can contract and pass on a gonorrhea infection from their partner.

#7: Clostridium tetani

Clostridium tetani bacteria cause Tetanus, a dangerous disease that attacks the nervous system and can lead to paralysis and even death.

Clostridium tetani bacteria are present in the soil, in the intestines and feces of household and farm animals as well as human excretion. Lockjaw and terrible spasms are the symptoms of the disease. Access to a good ICU is necessary for a chance at recovery once contracted.

Wipe Out Disease-Causing Bacteria in One Hour

Is your body hosting one or more of these disease-causing bacteria?

The truth of the matter is, you probably don’t know. But bacteria, viruses, and even full-size parasites have been discovered to be the culprits behind an amazing array of both disease and pain.

But the good news is recent scientific research has now developed a way to eliminate them all – harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites – in as little as one hour. Better yet, it doesn’t require potentially dangerous vaccines, pills or even trips to the doctor.

Find out how you can wipe out pain- and disease-causing bacteria in just one hour in our free special report. Click the link below to download it now.

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Neck Pain in Women

By admin | Published: January 3, 2012

Why Women Experience More Neck Pain & What To Do

A Swedish medical study finally confirmed something some had already suspected: neck pain in women is far more prevalent — regardless of age or profession — than in men.

The big surprise about the discovery: scientists assumed the physical demands of some jobs would make men more prone to neck pain, or at least even things out, but not so fast…

Two questionnaires polling some 1,500 women and 1,400 men — many of whom were younger, hadn’t started families, or were studying much of the time — confirmed the results.

What makes neck pain harder for women is a common problem that worsens many diseases and physical challenges: perceived and largely untreated stress due to various psychosocial factors, including the demands of work and studying.

And spending too many hours in front of a computer sitting in bad chairs versus the best chairs for preventing pain doesn’t help either.

Yes, There IS A Solution with a 93% Success Rate!

Thankfully, neck pain can be easily and gently treated without resorting to expensive doctors, dangerous drugs or surgeries…

It is called the Lose the Neck Pain System, and it was developed by Dr. Paris, a renowned neck pain specialist.

This system has helped thousands of others overcome neck pain for good, but it is something most doctors don’t want you to know about!

Discover why, and then try this simple and powerful system with a 93% success rate …

Discover the “FORBIDDEN” Neck Pain Cure, Lose The Neck Pain, Right Now!

 

 

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Arthritis of the Spine

By admin | Published: January 3, 2012

Symptoms, Causes and the Top 10 Arthritis of the Spine Treatments

Spondylosis, also known as arthritis of the spine, is said to be a “normal” part of getting older — a result of a lifetime’s worth of wear-and-tear on your spine, leading to degeneration and, often, pain. As a result, half of adults aged 65 years and older report having been diagnosed with arthritis, and an estimated one in five U.S. adults suffer from some form of the disease.[i]

arthritis of the spineWhen arthritis impacts your spine, it can be debilitating, even leading to muscle weakness and related psychological problems like anxiety and depression. Some suffer pain so excruciating they are unable to get out of bed or perform daily activities. That said, there are many options for treating arthritis of the spine – options that help address the underlying cause of the disease to encourage your body’s natural healing potential.

Are There Other Causes of Spinal Arthritis?

Osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis, is also known as degenerative joint disease because it occurs when the cartilage protecting your bones wears down, leading to inflammation and pain. Bone spurs may also develop, which causes your bones to rub painfully together.

As mentioned, these degenerative changes are most common as you get older, but there are other potential causes as well, including:

  • Past injuries or surgeries
  • Calcium build-up in your bones
  • Hobbies or activities that stress joints repeatedly
  • Genetic defects related to cartilage

Body-wide imbalances in your stress levels, hormone levels and nutrition may also trigger or exacerbate joint degeneration. Even muscle imbalances, such as weak core muscles, can negatively impact your posture, leading to neck and back pain, and furthering degeneration.

Classic Signs of Arthritis of the Spine

If you have arthritis of the spine, you may have back pain that comes and goes, along with stiffness and pain in your joints. Often, spinal stiffness and pain are worst in the morning, such as when you first get out of bed, and may improve somewhat after gentle exercises or stretches.

For some, however, spinal arthritis can lead to pain that radiates down into your buttocks, thighs or pelvic area, or spreads to your shoulders or neck. Others may have weakness or numbness in their neck, arms or legs, along with a limited range of motion that makes it difficult to bend over or walk.

Some people even hear a crunching sound when their bones rub together, and others experience frequent urination associated with arthritis of the spine. In severe cases, the debilitating pain can lead to social and emotional problems, particularly if it hinders your ability to work or engage in daily activities.

Because the pain of spinal arthritis often varies in frequency and intensity, even within one individual, and can mimic other types of back problems, your physician will most likely use your medical history along with exercises designed to test your range of motion to aid in diagnosis. Sometimes x-rays or MRIs are also used.

What Can You do to Relieve Arthritis of the Spine?

Conventional treatments for arthritis of the spine include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), as well as pain relievers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), codeine and morphine. Your doctor may also recommend you restrict movement of your neck and back with a cervical collar or other bracing, and in severe cases surgery is sometimes suggested.

The problem with these conventional treatment approaches is that they are geared toward eliminating symptoms, while the underlying degeneration continues to progress. Long-term use of NSAIDs and pain medications can also cause serious side effects, including gastrointestinal risks and heart and liver problems. To that end, if you are looking for symptom relief, there are natural, non-drug approaches that can help, including:

  • Hot or cold compresses
  • Acupuncture
  • Massage
  • Electrical nerve stimulation
  • Heal-n-Soothe, a natural anti-inflammatory cream that contains 12 of the most powerful and safest anti-pain ingredients
  • Yoga and relaxation therapy

Ultimately, however, you will want to address the underlying causes of the spinal degeneration so your body has a chance to heal and recover, or at the very least slow the process of degeneration.

For instance, exercise can help improve osteoarthritis by strengthening your muscles and joints, and improving flexibility and range of motion. A physical therapist or qualified personal trainer can help you develop a safe exercise plan tailored to your fitness level.

In order to achieve long-term results, you should expect to combine a number of treatment approaches to determine which work best for you as an individual. With the free LosetheBackPain.com newsletter, you’ll have access to a treasure trove of back pain tips and treatment options that you may not have heard about before. Among them:

  • Muscle Balance Therapy, which can help generate balance and stability in your pelvis and spine, and minimize excessive wear and tear of the disc and other joints of your spine
  • Healing Heat, which is deep penetrating and longer lasting for pain relief and to increase joint range of motion

Unlike most treatments, which only offer temporary symptom relief, these options target the underlying causes of your pain, often leading to complete pain relief even among chronic back pain sufferers.

To learn more, join the hundreds of thousands of other readers of the FREE LosetheBackPain.com newsletter by entering your primary email on this page — and start your journey to becoming pain-free today.

 

[i] U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Arthritis-Related Statistics

 

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What to Eat and NOT Eat to

Prevent Alzheimer’s

By admin | Published: January 3, 2012

Major New Study Confirms the BEST Steps to Take Now!

Yes, you can take powerful dietary steps to help prevent Alzheimer’s starting right now…

People with diets rich in the vitamins and fatty acids noted below are less likely to have the brain shrinkage associated with Alzheimer’s than those whose diets aren’t high in them, according to a brand new study published in the December 28, 2011 issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

Meanwhile, patients consuming a diet heavy on trans fats are more likely to have shrinking brains and lower scores in thinking and memory tests.

Interestingly, this study appears to be far more accurate than previous ones that observed just one or a few nutrients, or questionnaires that relied heavily on the memory skills of the elderly — less reliable than measuring actual nutrients absorbed by the body.

Foods you should be eliminating from your daily diet to avoid the damage that Alzheimer’s disease and aging can do to your brain:

  • Trans fats and cooking oils high in Omega-6 fats
  • Alcohol
  • Artificial ingredients like MSG
  • Processed foods
  • Antibiotic-filled beef, pork and poultry commonly sold at your neighborhood grocery store

These Nutrients and Fatty Acids Get a BIG Thumbs Up…

According to the study, those with diets high in omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin C, D, E, and the B vitamins are less likely to have brain shrinkage, and they perform better on mental tests, than those who don’t get enough of those nutrients.

Unfortunately, most adults today are deficient in these nutrients — especially omega 3.

Omega 3 with the healthy DHA and EPA fatty acids is found in fish, but due to factors ranging from poor dietary habits to geographic location and especially due to the toxicity levels of many fish today, people are not consuming nearly enough omega 3.

Therefore, supplementing your diet with omega 3 is one of the smartest steps you can take … but you have to BE CAREFUL about the quality and purity of the omega 3 you choose!

That’s why I strongly recommend you learn more about the top-recommended Super Omega CoQ10 — high in the healthiest form of Omega-3 fatty acids including 25 mg of DHA and 40 mg of EPA … and rich in the SUPER-healthy CoQ10 too…

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How to Look Great Naked FAST!

By admin | Published: January 2, 2012

Another Major Study Confirms THIS Is How to Blast Fat,
Lower Blood Sugar & Boost Energy… Just 4 Minutes Per Day!

It’s not news — you already know you need to exercise if you really want to shed those pounds and dramatically improve your health and energy levels in the process.

However … the real problem for most people is finding the time and motivation to exercise on a regular basis.

Well, I’ll make you a direct promise … follow the 4 minute per day program I’ll tell you about below and this time you finally will burn that fat quickly … and look and feel AMAZING in the process.

Because here is the GREAT NEWS … yet another important study has confirmed the best way to burn that fat and supercharge your health and energy is through the correct brief and intense exercises.

That means you do not have to drag yourself to the gym or push yourself for many hours each week … only to give up exercising in a few weeks or months yet again this year!

In fact, by doing just 28 to 30 minutes total per week of the right high-intensity exercises you WILL incinerate that fat rapidly … and lower cholesterol, improve your immune system, reduce chronic pain, lower your blood sugar, and boost your energy by leaps and bounds!

Longer Does NOT Mean Better, Research Confirms

In the latest study, Canadian researchers — wondering if shorter, higher-intensity exercise intervals were really as effective as longer more moderate ones — tested type 2 Baby Boomer diabetics with BMIs considered to be obese.

Over two weeks, patients did six short sessions of high-intensity workouts — one minute of intense exercise followed by a minute of rest — during which they worked to get their heart rates to about 90 percent of their ideal maximal rates.

Blood sugar levels of the eight patients dropped by some 14 percent over the two-week study and stayed that way for a while after exercise sessions were completed.

Also, compared to pre-study measurements, biopsies of thigh muscle tissues demonstrated improved mitochondrial capacity, another strong sign of better metabolic health!

If you’re worried that shorter more intense exercise periods aren’t safe for your health, don’t be, experts say, as intervals can be scaled to one’s level of fitness, so that it’s safe and effective.

So what are the best exercises for you to do to shed those pounds, increase your muscle, and boost your health FAST?

How should you spend just 4 minutes per day doing these exercises to blast away that fat rapidly … and safely?

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Lose 5 Pounds This Week

By admin | Published: December 31, 2011
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Lose five pounds this week and
watch the inches melt away

Are you planning on making a New Year’s resolution to lose weight? How would you like to lose 5 pounds this week?

Weight loss isn’t rocket science. It’s a simple formula. Consume fewer calories than you burn.

How you make that happen can vary from one person to the next…

…but today I’m going to share how you can kick your weight loss resolution into high gear with four simple tips that can help you drop five pounds in the next seven days.

Step #1: Reduce Calorie Intake Wisely

Cut the number of calories you consume. Dieticians typically recommend 1,200 calories as a daily minimum.

So, when deciding what to eat, minimize sugars, animal fat from meat and dairy foods.

To lose weight fast, you should eat mainly fruits, veggies, skinless poultry breasts, fish, shellfish, nonfat dairy foods, and 95% lean meat.

Minimize muscle loss and maximize fat loss by eating enough protein and distributing it evenly through your meals. Weigh yourself daily and track your food intake to help you keep focused.

Here’s some easy ways to cut calories from your meals without reducing flavor and appeal. Use these guidelines in your meal plan this week to help drop those first five pounds fast:

  • Carbonated Beverages – Cut out the carbonated beverages. They’re loaded with sugar and hundreds of empty calories. Replace them with water or sugar-free drinks.
  • Salad Dressing – Read the labels. Rich and creamy salad dressings contain excessive amounts of fat and calories. Choose low fat salad dressings. They’re almost always lower in calories.
  • Meat – Make smart choices. Meat can be high in fat and calories. For ground beef dishes, substitute with ground turkey. Ground turkey is lower in fat and calories, and high in protein. Use it in lasagna, spaghetti, tacos, and chili. No one will notice the difference.
  • Mayonnaise – Go lite on the mayo. Mayonnaise adds a great deal of fat and extra calories. Substitute lower fat or fat-free varieties instead of regular mayonnaise.
  • Bread – Cut the carbs. Reducing carbohydrates is a very effective way to lose weight, and bread is one of the main sources in the average diet. Go with whole-grain bread that’s lower in calories.
  • Spreads – Choose a better spread. Butter and margarine contain high levels of fat and calories. Cover your toast with a thin layer of all-natural sugar-free jam or jelly instead.
  • Fried Foods – Just say No! Fried foods are loaded with fat and calories. Try baking or broiling your food instead. For great chicken, remove the skin and coat it with a low-calorie chicken seasoning. Bake it in the oven to achieve a crispy coating without extra fat and calories.
  • Reduce sodium and cut starches – Do this and you reduce fluids and fluid retention, which can result in several pounds of fluid loss when you get started.

Step #2: Exercise to Burn Calories

If you currently exercise, it’s time to kick it up a notch to lose those 5 pounds. High intensity cardio burns the most calories during the workout itself so it can help aid fast weight loss. Just make sure to eat a small meal first. And for

Include a few hours a week of strength training. To burn more fat, try to break a sweat after your warm-up and keep sweating for the entire hour.

Remember the best calorie burning exercises are heart-pumping, sweat-producing, and the most efficient at inducing weight-loss.

The intensity of your workout will depend on your current state of fitness. Experts recommend gradually increasing exercise intensity to avoid injury.

To lose 5 pounds in a week consider doubling up on your exercise routine. Do a morning and evening workout, but vary the workouts to give muscle groups time to heal. If you don’t have time to do two a day, expend more calories in the first workout.

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Step #3: Drink Plenty of Water

Drink water. It’s a simple technique that encourages weight loss by helping fill your stomach, making you less hungry and less likely to overeat.

Drink 16 ounces of water before breakfast, lunch, and dinner while also cutting back on portions to help you lose weight and keep it off. Drinking water helps you better digest the food you eat to get the maximum nutritional benefit from the food you eat.

The routine of drinking water before meals can also have a beneficial effect because it’s a reminder that you’re trying to lose weight.

Drinking plenty of water is one of the safest things you can do to help you lose weight. Take a refillable water bottle to work and drink from it throughout the day.

Drink plain water if possible, not mineral, flavored, or vitamin waters.

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Perhaps the easiest way to cut calories ever is to get more sleep.

According to a study at Columbia University published earlier this year, those who slept 8 or more hours per day consumed an average of 300 calories a day less compared to those getting only 6 hours of rest.

Insufficient sleep leads to an increase in the production of the stress hormone cortisol, which regulates appetite. High levels of cortisol can lead to binging and hunger, and yes, more calories.

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7 Sneaky High Sodium Foods

By admin | Published: December 29, 2011

…And the Smart Sodium Alternatives

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High sodium foods often show up in unexpected places

You’ve probably heard that you should watch out for high sodium foods. Sometimes it’s easy to forget that sodium is essential to life.

Sodium helps muscles contract, assists transmission of nerve impulses and plays a part in the maintenance of proper fluid levels. However, it doesn’t take high sodium foods to accomplish this biological mission.

(I also want to note right away that if you do use salt on your foods, pure sea salt is a much smarter, healthier choice than typical table salt!)

Current guidelines on sodium intake recommend no more than 2300 mg a day for healthy young adults. That’s about 1 teaspoon of salt.

Recommendations for middle-aged to older adults, African-Americans, or those with chronic diseases, such as high blood pressure, kidney disease, or diabetes, suggest no more than 1500 mg/d through a low sodium diet.

Evidence continues to suggest that high sodium foods are linked to high blood pressure, increasing your risk for several chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease and stroke.

Studies have also detected a relationship between low sodium foods, a low sodium diet, and reduced risk of high blood pressure.

Some high sodium foods are obvious, for example: table salt, bouillon cubes, soy sauce, salami, bacon, cured meats, sun dried tomatoes, saltwater crabs, pickled foods and snack foods such as pretzels, cheese puffs, and popcorn.

However, some are not so obvious. Here are seven high sodium foods that might surprise you:

#1: Breakfast Cereals

Shop smart! Some of the biggest surprises in terms of sodium are found in that box of breakfast cereal.

Check the sodium content on the nutrition labels, there should be no more than 220 mg per serving. The difference from one box to the next can be astounding. One cup of Grape Nuts cereal has 580 mg of sodium, while Shredded Wheat has 0 mg.

#2: Bread

Hold off on some of that bread. Most commercial bread has over 100 mg of sodium per slice, and many rolls, specialty breads, bagels and muffins have as much as 300 to 400 mg.

Look for low-sodium substitutes. Choose a bread that’s whole-grain, low-sodium and produced without excess sugars or fats. And stick to a regular two-slicer sandwich instead of a three-slice club.

#3: Canned Veggies

Beware of canned vegetables. Canned vegetables are rich in vitamins and nutrients, they’re easy to prepare and they last a long time. But many canned goods are very high in sodium.

Consider rinsing your canned veggies before eating to get rid of some of the sodium. Look for labels that say, “No salt added.” Even better, eat fresh vegetables instead.

#4: Dairy Products

Don’t be fooled by their good reputation. Yes, the National Dairy Council likes to promote how dairy products help children grow, contributes to strong bones and teeth, and are an excellent source of calcium and vitamin D. But the dairy products found on your grocery store shelves are often loaded with sodium.

Buttermilk, regular and processed cheese, cheese spreads, cheese sauces, and cottage cheese are all high in sodium. Low fat milk, yogurt, ice cream, and ice milk, low sodium cheese, cream cheese, ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese are low sodium alternatives.

#5: Frozen Diet Meals

Read the labels carefully when making your selection. Check the serving size and number of servings. Believe it or not, some brands like to hide the facts by saying that TV dinner is meant for two. Look for a dinner with no more than 500 to 800 mg of sodium per serving.

While I’m fan of fast food, whether at the drive-thru or at home, if you’re going to make it stick with the lighter versions such as Healthy Choice, Lean Cuisine, and Smart Ones. They’re usually the safer bet, but there are no guarantees. You still need to read the label to be certain. Counter-balance your sodium intake for the rest of the day with plenty of fruits and veggies.

#6: Condiments

Cut back on condiments. When you sit down to eat your healthy meal, you just might add a condiment on top. That’s one of the fastest ways sodium can end up on your plate, despite your best efforts otherwise.

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce: 1,000 mg
  • 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce: 600 mg
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup: 178 mg
  • 1/4 cup cocktail sauce: 69 mg
  • 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce: 690 mg

Try low-sodium condiments and switch to lemon juice or vinegar for flavor when you can. Choose low-salt and no-salt pasta sauces.

#7: Fruit Drinks and Protein Shakes

Watch what you drink. Sweet drinks are another surprising source of sodium. Hard to believe just two tablespoons of unsweetened powder mix for a fruit-flavored drink contain 682 mg of sodium. Try unsweetened ice tea with a dash of lemon juice instead.

Don’t be fooled by protein shakes either. These meal replacements or between-meal snacks can be high in sodium as well. Some contain as much as 270 mg of sodium per 8.25 ounce serving. Drink a glass of low-fat milk or a smoothie, and cut the sodium intake by at least half.

Simple Steps to Lower Sodium:

Our modern diet based on dining out, lax cooking practices, and regular intake of processed and canned foods with a high salt content are largely to blame for our high sodium intake.

Since much of the food many of us eat contains high levels of sodium, it might be difficult to go cold turkey and cut daily sodium intake to 1,500 mg right away.

A good approach is to begin by limiting yourself to 2,300 mg of sodium a day, then gradually lower that figure over the course of several weeks until you reach your goal of 1,500 mg.

Tips for Dining Out:

  • Choose restaurants where food is made to order
  • Request that your food to be prepared without added salt
  • Use oil and vinegar for your salad dressing
  • Limit deserts to fresh or frozen fruit
  • Avoid soups as they are frequently prepared with salt
  • Plan low sodium meals at home for the rest of the day

Tips for Grocery Shopping:

  • Shop the perimeter of the store
  • Buy fresh/frozen fruits and vegetables
  • Avoid convenience foods, pre-packaged foods in cans or boxes, or frozen dinners
  • Avoid packaged lunch meats, ham, brats, hot dogs, etc.
  • Choose foods with less than 300 mg sodium per serving
  • If you use salt on your foods, choose pure sea salt versus regular table salt

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