Saturday, August 27, 2011

EXERCISE: A help or Hindrance to Immune Defense?

Many people who exercise claims that they have fewer infections when they are in good aerobic conditions ,few studies have been conducted that can substantiate or refute this claim.  The bulk of the evidence indicates the moderate exercise may have beneficial effects on the immune system, whereas strenuous exercise may be accompanied by reduced immune -system activity.

Moderate exercise training results in an increase in the circulating numbers of granulocytes and lymphocytes and an increase in cytotoxic and natural killer cell acivity. On the other hand maximal exercise suppresses natural killer cells activity one to two hours after exercise. It is possible that intense physical activity induces the stress response, which in turn suppresses immune functions.

Athletes with long, difficult training schedules and intense competition have increased incident of respiratory infection. Because these athletes have lower resting salivary IgA levels compared with control subjects and that their mucosal immunoglobulins are decreased  after prolonged exhaustive exercise.  These levels return to normal after twenty four hours.

It is possible that the athlete who is in training with frequent bouts of exhaustive exercise may have a sustained reduction in mucosal immununity and therefore lower resistance to respiratory infection.

ALL FAT IS NOT CREATED EQUAL

There are different ways to be fat, and one way is more dangerous than the other. Obese patients can be classified into two categories. Android, a male type of adipose tissue distribution,and gynoid, a female type distribution of adipose tissue measured as the ratio  of waist circumference to hip circumference. Android obesity is characterized by abdominal fat distribution or upper body obesity, where as the gynoid obesity is characterized by fat distribution in hips anad thighs. Females can have android obesity or male can have gynoid obesity.

Android obesity is associated with a number of disorders, including insulin resistance, hypertension, coronary heart disease, and stroke. Gynoid obesity is not associated with high risk for these disorders. Because android obesity is associated with increased risk for the disease, it is more important for the overweight individuals with this type of adipose distribution to reduce their fat stores.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

How to boost your self Confidence? by Jessie Smith

If your one of those women who are insecure with the shape and size of your butt then you don't have to worry since there's a solution to your problem, the use of buttlifters! This is very popular around the world especially in America since there are a lot of men and women who are really concerned with this matter. But with the help of buttlifters, you won't have to worry or be insecure with yourself anymore. Buttlifters and other body enhancers were made for people who have huge insecurities with regards to their figure or body. These materials will enhance the shape of your butt and make it look perfect.

Another factor that you can enjoy when wearing such body enhancer is it boost up your self-confidence. Could you imagine that if you have flat butt, a buttlifter will enhance and make it bulge? Isn't it that great to know? If you have a butt but it looks saggy or slump in shape, then buttlifters will enhance it by simply reshaping your butt and make it look perfect. This is the magic that these body enhancers can do to your body. It gives you the best body shape ever so that you will feel proud of yourself and you won't be insecure anymore.

This is also better compared than getting a medical operation because it gives you immediate results without experiencing pain and it's very affordable; unlike through a medical operation. There are lots of down falls that would discourage you to do them. First, it's very expensive. Second, it's very painful. Third, it takes time before you can fully enjoy the new you because you need to have the wound healed first, and lastly, it's not natural.

So, if you want to boost up your self-confidence then do it the natural way, where you won't be experiencing pain, physically and also in your pocket. That's why body enhancers were made to help people who have problems with the various parts of their bodies. This would really make a big difference on how you look and face other people. It would really make you more confident about yourself.

Now, that you have an idea about these body enhancers such as buttlifters, breast enhancers, tummy flatters and etc, this is the right time to buy one for yourself. Go and check the nearest department stores in your area!

The Food Pyramid and Nutrition for Children by Carl C.

According to the food pyramid, your child should be receiving a big amount of grains since this can be converted into energy for the body. Toddlers should get 3 ounces of this while school age children should eat anywhere from four to seven ounces depending on the age and weight of the child. Grains are found in foods that contain whole wheat such as whole wheat bread, oatmeal, bran etc. The following are all equivalent to one ounce:

* 1 slice of bread or 1 mini bagel
* ½ cup cooked rice, pasta, cereal or oatmeal
* 7 pcs. Round or square crackers
* 1 six-inch tortilla
* 1 four-inch pancake or 2 small pancakes

Vegetables and fruits are needed in the daily diet because of the vitamins and minerals that they provide. These help the body combat diseases and free radicals. Toddlers need to get 2 cups of fruits and vegetables while school aged children need anywhere from1 ½ cups to 3 cups depending on size and age. Here are some examples of measurements equal to 1 cup:

* 2 cups green leafy vegetables = 1 cup raw vegetables
* 2 medium carrots
* 1 large sweet potato
* 1 medium potato
* 1 medium orange, apple, pear or banana
* 8 big strawberries
* 1 watermelon wedge
* 1 large peach

Eat, Fish, beans, poultry and nuts provide your kids with the necessary protein for brain and body development. You can find this in meat and white meat, various types of beans such as kidney, chickpeas, lentils etc. It is also found in nuts such as walnuts, pecans, almond s and others. For toddlers two ounces are needed daily while school aged kids depending on their age and size will need anywhere from 3 to 6 ounces. Here are some examples of one ounce measurements:

* 1 egg
* 1 tbsp. peanut butter
* ¼ cup cooked dry beans
* 12 almonds
* 7 walnut halves
* ¼ of a chicken breast
* ½ of a lean burger
* ½ a small trout

As for dairy products, these include, milk, cheese yogurt and other products that are made from these things such as pudding. This is an important part of the children's diets because it provides calcium, Vitamins D, protein and Vitamin A that is needed for bones and skin development. Toddlers are recommended to take in 2 cups daily while school aged children will need anywhere from 2 to 3 cups depending on how old they are and what they weigh. The following are some examples of dairy equivalents in cups

* 8 fluid ounces = 1 cup (whether for milk or yogurt)
* 2/3 cups shredded cheese
* 3 scoops ice cream
* 3 slices processed cheese

Trying to master the equivalent portion sizes can be quite tasking at the beginning; but the more that you incorporate this in your daily meals and the more that you practice healthy eating habits then the more natural things like these become for you and you children.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Health Important Tips

I received a message coming from my office mate regarding different tips that help us to maintain healthy lifestyle.
Just want to share this to you guys.

- Soursop or Guyabano is best against Cancer, did you know that guyabano is known as a miraculous natural cancer cell killer, it is said to be 10,000 times stronger than Chemo.

- Answer the phone using left ear, because if you use the RIGHT EAR it will affect brain directly.

- Don't take Vitamins with cold water.

- Don't have huge meal after 5 PM

- Drink more water in the morning, Less at night

- Best sleeping time is from 10PM to 4AM

- Don't lie down immediately after taking medicine

- When battery is down to last bar, don't answer the phone, as the radiation is 1000 times.

 Don't hesitate to re-post this on your blog and tell this to people you care.

Thank you and Keep safe!

Monday, August 8, 2011

Fertility - Unfriendly foods

I've already discussed you what are those foods that can make better conception.

This time, let me tell you different foods that can be vital for your fertility.

If you want to have healthy baby, just avoid unfriendly foods instruct below:

1. Too much sugar - limit your intake of sugar from doughnuts, cake, sugared soda, candies, chocolates and other sweets. Because it can disrupt the delicate balance of reproductive hormones which is vital in preparing to conceive.

2. Too much soya - eating large amount of soy may throw off your hormone levels, increasing cycle length, and in turn affecting ovulation.

3. Too much of the wrong kind of fats - more transfats you have in your diet, the greater the likelyhood you have trouble conceiving.

4. Too many refined grains - like white bread, white pasta, white rice, white pancakes, that refined cereals. You may digest faster and raise your blood sugar and insulin levels. In some cases causing a disruption of ovulatory functioning.

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