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GOOD FATS, BAD FATS, AND THE POWER OF OMEGA-3 FATS

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jan 15, 2012, 4:52 am
General guidelines for choosing healthy fats With so many different sources of dietary fat—some good and some bad—the choices can get confusing. But the bottom line is simple: don’t go no-fat, go good fat. If you are concerned about your weight or heart health, rather than avoiding fat in y...
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Good vs. bad cholesterol

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jan 15, 2012, 4:51 am
Saturated fats: Reduce this bad fat When focusing on healthy fats, a good place to start is reducing your consumption of saturated fats. Saturated fats are mainly found in animal products such as red meat and whole milk dairy products. Poultry and fish also contain saturated fat, but less than red ...
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Choosing Healthy Fats

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jan 15, 2012, 4:36 am
For years, nutritionists and doctors have preached the benefits of a low-fat diet. We’ve been told that reducing the amount of fat we eat is the key to losing weight, managing cholesterol, and preventing health problems. But when it comes to your mental and physical health, simply “cutting the f...
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Laughter is the Best Medicine

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 15, 2011, 3:33 am
THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF HUMOR AND LAUGHTER Humor is infectious. The sound of roaring laughter is far more contagious than any cough, sniffle, or sneeze. When laughter is shared, it binds people together and increases happiness and intimacy. In addition to the domino effect of joy and amusement, laug...
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10 Ways to Lose Weight without Going on a Diet

kusum qadir posted an article on - Oct 20, 2011, 1:45 am
If you’re ready to start losing weight, but you don’t want to follow a diet, I have good news. You can make a few “painless” changes to your everyday diet that will help you eat less, eat smarter, and lose weight! Don’t drink your calories. Beverages are bottomless these days — you can...
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Top 10 Ways to Stick With Your Exercise Program

kusum qadir posted an article on - Sep 20, 2011, 1:44 am
1 – Create a plan. Schedule the details of your exercise program into your routine. 2 – If you plan on joining a gym, go on the way home from work. It may be more difficult to motivate yourself to go once you are home and settled in. 3 – Enlist a friend. Working out with someone can help mot...
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Exercise Basics for Seniors

kusum qadir posted an article on - Sep 20, 2011, 1:14 am
Exercise is important for everyone, but no one reaps more benefits than seniors. There are so many benefits, from protecting you from diseases to boosting your mood, that it outshines almost anything else you can do for your health. The question is, how do you get started? How do you do it if you...
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3 Common Unhealthy Activities

kusum qadir posted an article on - Sep 16, 2011, 9:40 am
Humans have so much potential, but we so frequently squander it through laziness and self-destructive behavior. We make short-sighted decisions, selling out our futures for immediate pleasures. For example, take the person who eats a delicious cake today only to sulk over their obesity tomorrow. Th...
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3 Common Unhealthy Activities

kusum qadir posted an article on - Aug 17, 2011, 6:03 am
Humans have so much potential, but we so frequently squander it through laziness and self-destructive behavior. We make short-sighted decisions, selling out our futures for immediate pleasures. For example, take the person who eats a delicious cake today only to sulk over their obesity tomorrow. Th...
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Importance of Magnesium, vitamin D & vitamin K

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 16, 2011, 4:05 am
Magnesium, vitamin D & vitamin K: Calcium’s necessary counterparts When it comes to your bones, calcium alone is not enough. There are a number of other vital nutrients that help your body absorb and make use of the calcium you consume. The most important of these are magnesium, vitamin D, and vi...
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Tips for making fitness fun

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 16, 2011, 3:53 am
You are more likely to exercise if you find enjoyable, convenient activities. Give some thought to your likes and dislikes, and consider that preferences can change over time. Here are some ways to find the right exercise for you. Pair an activity you enjoy with your exercise There are numerous a...
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Tips for upping your calcium intake

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 16, 2011, 3:46 am
Calcium rich foods: Tips for upping your calcium intake When you eat a diet rich in whole foods—vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and fruits—not only do you get a wonderful variety of tastes on your plate, but you also give your body the different nutrients, including calcium, that it need...
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Tips for getting started Excercise Program

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 16, 2011, 3:02 am
Reaping the benefits of exercise: Tips for getting started Exercise makes us feel great, but taking that first step towards getting active is easier said than done. If you’re having trouble beginning, or just in a rut, you’re not alone. Exercise obstacles are very real and we all face them. Over...
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Source of Calcium

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 16, 2011, 2:57 am
Food is the best source of calcium Your body is able to absorb more calcium from food than it can from supplements. In fact, studies show that even though people who take calcium supplements have a higher average daily intake, those who get most of their calcium from food have stronger bones. On to...
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Exercise Myths and Facts

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 16, 2011, 2:53 am
Exercise Myths and Facts MYTH: Working out once a week wont help. FACT: Some exercise is always better than none. A small amount of exercise can often help you maintain or get into more of an active routine. Try to continue the minimal amount of exercise until you can gradually add more days. MYTH:...
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Calcium and Your Bones

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 16, 2011, 2:49 am
Calcium: The key to strong bones and lifelong bone health Calcium can seem confusing. How much should you get? Where should you get it? And what’s the deal with vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin K? But once you understand the basics, it’s not that hard to include it in your diet and get the cal...
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Benefits of exercising

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 16, 2011, 2:45 am
The life-changing benefits of exercise Consider “No Pain, No Gain” the old fashioned way of thinking about exercise. Current health studies prove that exercise doesn’t have to hurt to be incredibly effective. Research indicates that even short low-impact intervals of exercise act as a powerfu...
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How to Establish regular eating habits

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 1, 2011, 1:58 am
Steps for Establishing regular eating habits Regular eating habits are especially important for weight loss. Your body is better able to regulate blood sugar levels—and your weight—when you maintain a regular meal schedule. Aim for moderate and consistent portion sizes for each meal or snack. ...
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Low fat diet tips

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 1, 2011, 1:57 am
Choose fats wisely Fats can be either helpful or harmful in your diet. People with diabetes are at higher risk for heart disease, so it is even more important to be smart about fats. Some fats are unhealthy and others have some health benefits. But all fats are high in calories, so you should alway...
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Steps for making your kitchen weight loss diet friendly

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 1, 2011, 1:52 am
Make your kitchen diet friendly What you keep in your kitchen can either help or hurt your diet efforts. There are some foods that you should keep around and readily available and other foods that are best kept out of sight and out of your cupboards! Steps for making your kitchen weight loss diet ...
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Tips for controlling sweets and carbohydrates

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 1, 2011, 1:46 am
Be smart about sweets Eating for diabetes doesn’t mean eliminating sugar. But in order to get the most enjoyment out of sweets, it is best to save them for special occasions. After all, they are called treats for a reason. If you have diabetes, you can still enjoy a small serving of your favorite...
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Tips for sticking with a diet plan

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 1, 2011, 1:33 am
Tips for sticking with a diabetes-friendly diet plan First and foremost, take small, manageable steps. Choose two or three things you want to work on. Once you feel you have mastered those you can move on to two or three more steps towards a healthier diet. Here are some tips for making the transit...
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EATING TO PREVENT AND CONTROL DIABETES

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jun 1, 2011, 1:27 am
What you need to know about diabetes and diet Diabetes is on the rise, yet most cases of diabetes are preventable with healthy lifestyle changes. Some can even be reversed. The bottom line is that you have more control over your health than you think. If you’re concerned about diabetes, you can m...
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A Balanced Diet plan for men and women of all ages

kusum qadir posted an article on - May 20, 2011, 12:18 am
A balanced diet comprising all these nutrients as well as protein, vitamins and minerals, and calcium should be supplied to the body through the food we eat. This article shares some weight loss diet tips for men and women of all ages. Starvation diet is definitely not good for our health. Our body...
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Weight loss plan

kusum qadir posted an article on - May 10, 2011, 3:21 am
Change your attitude People who successfully lose weight start with their head – by changing their overall mental attitude towards it. Instead of lamenting about what they’re missing, they focus their energy on what they’re going to gain when the weight drops. It is this attitude that val...
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Make Your Own Weight Loss Recipes

kusum qadir posted an article on - Apr 22, 2011, 12:47 am
If you are overweight or you really care about maintaining your weight rigorously, you need to follow a well-balanced diet chart. To make a well-balanced diet, you should put a little effort on selecting good recipes that assure you not consuming extra calories in your body. In simple terms, weight ...
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How To Lose 50 Pounds Fast

kusum qadir posted an article on - Apr 22, 2011, 12:33 am
To lose 50 pounds is never an easy thing to do. But people have done it before you, so it’s entirely within your power. I say this only to be straight with you: it’s not going to be easy for you, but you can succeed if you set your mind to it. I can only suggest a way in which you can do it. To...
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Learn how to loose weight (Phase-1)

kusum qadir posted an article on - Apr 12, 2011, 1:29 am
How To Lose Weight Welcome to Phase 1 of The Lose Weight Diet. The purpose of Phase 1 is going to make a ton of sense. You see, in order to successfully reach your weight loss goals, you’re going to first need to understand how to lose weight. (I told you it would make sense.) That’s what Phase...
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Healthy Recipes That Taste Good

kusum qadir posted an article on - Mar 14, 2011, 11:38 am
Tomatoes and parsley salad: 4 Servings 4 tomatoes, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 bunch scallions, chopped 2 Tbs chopped parsley 1/2 tsp each salt and black pepper Dressing: 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 cup  vinegar 1 tsp oregano Arrange the tomatoes on a platter. Mix garlic, scallions, parsley, salt...
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Heart Diseases and Foods

kusum qadir posted an article on - Mar 14, 2011, 11:28 am
Foods with anti-heart disease activity can: Block platelet aggregation (clotting) Reduce blood vessel constriction Increase blood flow Lower fibrinogen (clotting factor) Increase fibrinolytic (clot-dissolving) activity Block cell damage from oxygen free radicals Lower triglycerides Raise good HDL c...
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Negative Calorie Foods

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jan 6, 2011, 1:41 am
The quote below came from the Negative Calorie Foods Site: “All foods have some calories. No food is actually “negative calorie” food. BUT the overall effect of certain foods in our body is that of “negative calories”. Negative calorie foods are foods, which use more calories to digest...
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20 superfoods for weight loss

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jan 5, 2011, 11:54 pm
It’s time for a new slim-down mantra: Eat more to weigh less. No joke! The right foods help you drop pounds by revving your calorie burn and curbing cravings. We consulted top experts for the best picks and asked leading chefs for easy, tasty ways to prepare them. Add these eats to your plate toda...
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10 Tips For Fast Weight Loss

kusum qadir posted an article on - Jan 5, 2011, 11:26 pm
Losing weight can be a challenge, especially if you have many pounds to shed. It can be difficult to sift through all the fad diets, and downright dangerous supplements and pills on the market today. How do you know what works and what doesn’t? Whom should you believe? Here are 10 no-nonsense tip...
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Why do we gain weight when on a diet?

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 27, 2010, 3:56 am
How happy can you get in a reunion of a family, friends,old employess or classmates if your not as you use to be. Well now there is a reason that most people dont know or even think about.Its loneliness and how people are overcoming it by anti depressants and as side effect gaining weight!!!!! ...
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Weight Loss Recipes

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 26, 2010, 10:32 am
Stuffed Courgette Rolls Stuffed Courgette Rolls Ingredients: 4 small courgettes , ends trimmed 3-4 tbsp olive oil , plus extra to drizzle 3-4 tbsp balsamic vinegar , to drizzle 250g tub ricotta squeeze lemon juice handful fresh basil leaves , chopped 50g pine nuts , toasted (see Know-how, below) ...
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What are Calories?

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 23, 2010, 11:59 pm
The official definition of a calorie is “…the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of a liter of water 1 degree (DHHS).” But if that’s a little too scientific for you, think of it this way… A calorie isn’t actually a tangible thing, it’s a unit of measurement. A calorie meas...
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Calories In vs. Calories Out

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 23, 2010, 11:58 pm
.Calories In vs. Calories Out Are you unhappy with your weight? Have you ever looked in the mirror and asked, “How did this happen?”? Well, the explanation sounds deceptively simple: If we take in more calories than we need on a daily basis, the excess calories turn into extra weight. Think o...
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Lose Weight by Counting Calories

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 23, 2010, 11:58 pm
Calories – knowing how to find them, how to count them and how to cut them, are key to lose weight on your own. Calorie counting is easy and effective. This article will help you understand what you need to know about calories. The first step to losing weight by counting calories is to understand...
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How to Lose Weight – The Basics of Weight Loss

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 16, 2010, 5:04 am
Despite the way it feels, losing weight isn’t a mysterious process. It’s a simple matter of burning more calories than you eat. But, if it were really that simple, none of us would have a weight problem, would we? Weight loss can be such a struggle that we start thinking we have to do something
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Abdominal Exercises – Best Abdominal Exercises and Core Workouts

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 7, 2010, 9:43 pm
These are some of the best and most effective ab and core workouts for strengthening and firming your abdominal muscles. If you are looking for a new way to work your abs try these ab workouts. Remember that getting great abs takes more than just ab exercise; you need proper nutrition and a well-bal...
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Most Effective Ab Exercises

kusum qadir posted an article on - Dec 7, 2010, 8:54 pm
The most effective ab exercises start with the bicycle, which is the best move for targeting the rectus abdominis (i.e., the ‘six pack’) and the obliques (the waist), according to the study. How to Lie flat on the floor with your lower back pressed to the ground. Put your hands beside your head....
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Cookie Recipes

kusum qadir posted an article on - Nov 15, 2010, 1:01 am
Oatmeal Cookies Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1 egg 1/4 cup water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 3 cups rolled oats Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 de...
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Breathing Exercise

kusum qadir posted an article on - Nov 15, 2010, 12:35 am
Here’s what you do: Lay on your back on the floor with your knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Arms at your side. Inhale through your nose to the count 4. As you exhale breathe out through your mouth to the count of 4 completely and empty your diaphragm until your abdominal wall collapses
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Slim Down Thighs

kusum qadir posted an article on - Nov 15, 2010, 12:20 am
If you want to get rid of unnecessary, unhealthy, and embarrassing fat, flab or cellulite then you have to get your butt in gear! Give It Up - Give away all the junk food in your kitchen, car, close, desk or workspace. Out of site, out of mind. It’s easier NOT to be tempted than
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Home Workout

kusum qadir posted an article on - Nov 8, 2010, 4:23 am
Another way to get your metabolic burst is to combine your own muscle training exercises with cardio moves such as power walking, elliptical, jumping rope, stair climbing, lunges, dancing, stationary biking and/or treadmill. Home Workout Here are some tools you can use: At home items such as a stair...
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Formula For weightloss Success

kusum qadir posted an article on - Oct 28, 2010, 2:38 am
Your BEHAVIOR, how you act (or fail to act), most directly controls your success or failure. How you act. Your actions. Your behavior. A series of correct actions strung together equals success. So where does your behavior come from or what controls your behavior (actions)? Your old mindset. Your fe...
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Healthy weight loss tips

kusum qadir posted an article on - Oct 16, 2010, 4:55 am
Healthy eating tip : Add calcium & vitamin D for strong bones Calcium and vitamin D are essential for strong, healthy bones—vitamin D is essential for optimum calcium absorption in the small intestine. Recommended calcium levels are 1000 mg per day, 1200 mg if you are over 50 years old. Take a vi...
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Healthy eating

kusum qadir posted an article on - Oct 16, 2010, 4:51 am
Healthy eating tip : Fill up on colorful fruits and vegetables Fruits and vegetables are the foundation of a healthy diet—they are low in calories and nutrient dense, which means they are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Fruits and vegetables should be part of every meal an...
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Healthy eating tips

kusum qadir posted an article on - Oct 16, 2010, 4:47 am
Healthy eating tip : It’s not just what you eat, it’s how you eat  Healthy eating is about more than the food on your plate—it is also about how you think about food. Healthy eating habits can be learned and it is important to slow down and think about food as nourishment rather than just som...
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Eat more healthy carbs and whole grains

kusum qadir posted an article on - Oct 16, 2010, 4:39 am
Healthy eating tip : Eat more healthy carbs and whole grains Choose healthy carbohydrates and fiber sources, especially whole grains, for long lasting energy. In addition to being delicious and satisfying, whole grains are rich in phytochemicals and antioxidants, which help to protect against coron...
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