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Sexy Short Celebrity Hairstyles 2008
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Sexy Short Celebrity Hairstyles 2008
Short Celebrity Hairstyles 2008 fall
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Short celebrity hairstyles are in vogue, firstly because these hairstyles are easy to manage and hardly take any time to get set and be on the go. Another reason why short hairstyles are much in vogue are because sheer number of hairstyles that are available for short hair.
Katie Holmes has opted for similar short hairstyle, however hers is simply short hair cut with a small flip in the front which gives her face a cute and young look.Short celebrity hairstyles are for straight as well as all short hairstyles look chic, sexy and stylish.
Short Celebrity Hairstyles 2008 fall
Short Celebrity Hairstyles 2008 fall
Short Celebrity Hairstyles 2008 fall
Adriana Lima - Smooth and Slick Casual Long Hairstyles
0 komentar Diposkan oleh The Master di 11:52 AM
Adriana LimaThis was a sleek and sultry look for Adriana. Her length fell below her shoulders, showing off the long layers cut through the edges and around the front of her face. This is a simple yet sexy look which is easy to maintain with regular trims.
Adriana LimaSmooth and slick were the main ideas behind Adriana's hairdo. Her luscious length was blunt-cut and complemented by jagged-cut layers through the front for shape and under her jaw line to break the solid edge. This fuss-free 'do is easy to maintain with regular trims.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Alternative hairstyles are ones that stand apart from fashionable, conventional and classic hairstyles. They are best described as unusual, daring, bright, fun, avante-garde, geometric and exaggerated- with elements of punk.
If you want to feel free of fashion, then go for it. Or, if you want to bolster your marketing campaign, then an alternative hairstyle may be a good choice. But beware because most short styles will take some time to grow out, and wild colors may damage your hair (particulary when stripped out or re-colored).
If you want to feel free of fashion, then go for it. Or, if you want to bolster your marketing campaign, then an alternative hairstyle may be a good choice. But beware because most short styles will take some time to grow out, and wild colors may damage your hair (particulary when stripped out or re-colored).
Alternative HairstyleBig and Bold was the main idea for this look. Jagged cut layers gave this hairstyle plenty of texture and attitude, while the vibrant color makes it more for the brave.
This can be a great challenge to find out the hairstyles that will best suit the shape of your face. With the help of the long hair you can lengthen the looks of your face but the most difficult part to face is when your face look odd with the hairstyle you chose.
This is the treason to select the proper hairstyle that can go with the shape of your face. If the layers of the hair are given proper attention and volume is added on the right places then the short hairstyles can go very well with the round faces. The most important part of the short hairstyle for round faces is the cut that is adopted. Also the length of the hair is important for the round faces.
This is the treason to select the proper hairstyle that can go with the shape of your face. If the layers of the hair are given proper attention and volume is added on the right places then the short hairstyles can go very well with the round faces. The most important part of the short hairstyle for round faces is the cut that is adopted. Also the length of the hair is important for the round faces.
Short Hairstyles for Round Faced Women Pictures
The best short hairstyles for round faced women are the haircuts above the length of the chin or below the chin but many inches above the shoulders. If you have round face then you have to avoid hairstyles of the chin length as they will make your face look rounder.
Short Hairstyles for Round Faced Women Pictures
If you are looking for very short hairstyle for round shape faces then the best option can be the pixie cut as it has short wispy layers that will break up the volume of the hair. Length is not the only thing that demands attention also the shape of the hair is important. Flat shape at the top of the head will make your face look rounder. Instead of soft medium length layers you can add on some of the visual height.Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Formal Hairstyles For Curly Long Hair and Wavy Medium Hair
0 komentar Diposkan oleh The Master di 11:30 AMFormal hairstyles are the kinds of hairstyles you could wear to special occasions like weddings and proms. They come in various shapes and styles, including upcurls, downcurls, upsmooth styles, downsmooth styles, halfup/halfdown styles, plaits and braids. A formal occasion, like a wedding or a prom, requires a hairstyle that is elegant, works with your dress and accessories, and suits your personal attributes perfectly.
Curly Long HairThis hairstyle is full bodied and easy to achieve and maintain. The Back: the length and layers have been sliced through from the crown for shape and bounce. The Sides: the layers have been started from the shorter layers through the top and blended down softly to frame the face.
Wavy Medium HairThis sexy style is full of layers for shape, and features bangs for a sassy look. The Back: layers were added from the crown and blended down to the length to create height and movement. The Sides: were layered down the side of the face to soften this sexy style.
Saturday, December 26, 2009
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12-23-09
Dec. 23--New Year's resolutions for many Americans will mean the latest diets and gym memberships.
But losing weight and keeping it off might be as much about the psychological struggles as the physical changes.
"Some people say losing weight is in the mind," said Judith Horvath, director of the psychotherapy training program at Texas Tech's Health Sciences Center.
The HSC psychiatrist said giving yourself a mental workout can complement healthful eating and exercise regimens.
"I think they need to go hand-in-hand," she said.
Psychological feelings make the holiday season one of the worst times of the year to embark on a program, Horvath said.
"Food can be used as emotional nourishment and to calm anxieties," she said. "The holidays stir up unfulfilled longings in people. People are reminded of the things they are missing out on."
But other emotions make losing weight hard year-round, Horvath said. Feelings of depression, a loss of control, rationalizing weight gain and low self-esteem can make losing weight seem like an impossible task, local experts said.
"Some people don't think they can allow themselves to look their best because they feel like they don't deserve to be a more attractive person," Horvath said.
Most of the morbidly obese patients treated at Lubbock's Advanced Bariatric Surgery Center are depressed, said David Syn, a bariatric surgeon who opened the practice in 2002. Many of them give up the antidepressants when they shed their extra pounds, he said.
They might also feel like they're losing a friend, like they must reach their ideal weight to succeed, or like they've already failed.
"If you look at the laundry list of diets they've tried on their own and failed, that can't have a positive impact on someone's psyche," Syn said.
Syn helps his patients overcome their overeating through surgery, counseling and education, he said.
"One of the great misunderstandings about what I do is that it's just surgery," said Syn, who spends hours with his patients before surgery and follows most for many years after.
"We are empowering people to take back their lives," he said.
Horvath said people striving for less dramatic weight loss can benefit from including family and friends in the process or talking to a professional.
The Texas Tech HSC Psychiatry Clinic provides a free counseling program for patients planning to lose weight, she said.
People should try to find distractions that help them stay away from food, Horvath said.
"They have to find out how to deal with the loss of satisfaction eating provides them," she said. "It's about exchanging the reward of food for the reward of achieving their goals."
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Skin Care for Athletes… and the Athletically Inclined
0 komentar Diposkan oleh The Master di 11:41 AMAthletes put their skin through more and are exposed to the elements (i.e., sun, wind, rain, chlorine) more than sedentary people. Athletes are consistently sweating, training and showering, which leads to excessive loss of moisture to the skin and hair. Most city water systems contain chlorine; once the pores are opened from a warm shower or bath, the skin absorbs chlorine like a sponge. Chlorinated water can cause or exacerbate dry skin and rashes, and the inhaled steam can aggravate sinuses and lungs.
But chlorine is not the only chemical of concern. Adults put up to 126 unique chemicals on their skin each day, and up to 60 percent of what is put on the skin is absorbed directly into the bloodstream. One of every five adults are potentially exposed every day to all of the top seven carcinogenic impurities common to personal care product ingredients: hydroquinone, ethylene dioxide, 1,4-dioxane, formaldehyde, nitrosamines, PAHs, and acrylamide. The top most common impurity ranked by number of people exposed is hydroquinone, which is a potential contaminant in products used daily by 94 percent of all women and 69 percent of all men. Although these exposures may be small, they add up within the body. How do these affect an athlete’s performance in the long run?
With the recent crop of media attention about chemicals in drinking water, lead levels in cosmetics and phthalates showing up everywhere, more athletes (whatever their performance level) are looking for an organic and natural approach to personal care products. This goes hand-in-hand with their already diligent approach to their exercise, food and supplement regimen.
Another good reason why athletes should also be using our Sense Beautiful Science skin care line in addition to other selected USANA nutritional products.
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Fish oil containing the Omega 3 essential fatty acid EPA helps to prevent wrinkles and can delay the aging process of the skin according to recent research published in the Journal of Lipid Research in 2005. Scientists have also found that fish oil containing EPA can limit the damage to the skin produced by overexposure to the sun and help to reduce the negative effect of UV rays. This has particular relevance when we consider the recent and dramatic rise in cases of skin cancers caused predominantly by exposure to the suns harmful rays.
Essential Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are known to play a critical role in promoting healthy skin. They help to regulate cellular function and maintain elasticity and suppleness in the skin. Consequently, a fatty acid deficiency will show up as skin problems. Most of us do not get enough of the Omega 3 fatty acids in our diet whereas Omega 6 fatty acids are in plentiful supply. Symptoms of Omega 3 fatty acid deficiency include skin problems like eczema, dandruff, dry and flaking skin and poor wound healing.
Three reasons why EPA is so beneficial to the skin?
- EPA is known to reduce inflammation by helping the body to produce anti-inflammatory prostaglandins. These are hormone-like substances that are responsible for regulating all the cells in our body.
- EPA helps to inhibit the production of androgens, which are hormones that influence the production of sebum in the hair follicle. Excess sebum production can lead to acne and other skin problems.
- EPA helps to limit production of Arachidonic acid, which is responsible for pro-inflammatory responses in the body, high levels of which are found in people with inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis.
The Omega 3 fatty acids are ALA, EPA and DHA. Alpha linolenic acid (ALA) is found in dark green leafy vegetables and algae. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) can be found in oily fish such as salmon, herring, anchovies, mackerel and Tuna. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) can also be found in oily fish. We can convert ALA to EPA and DHA but the conversion is very inefficient and dependent on a number of factors. However, we can convert EPA into DHA if we get enough EPA.
Supplementing with fish oil that contains EPA can alleviate the symptoms of skin disorders such as dry and flaky skin, psoriasis, eczema and acne as well as many other inflammatory skin conditions. However, it is important to choose a fish oil that is high in EPA as DHA has been shown to reduce the effectiveness of EPA.
Fish oil supplements can contain mercury. To be safe take only a pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplement.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
What Is The Difference Between Microdermabrasion And Dermabrasion?
Dermabrasion is a mechanical procedure that uses a power driver hand-held device to remove the top layers of the skin. It may need general or a local anesthetic, depending on the treated area. Derma abrasion lasts between a few minutes and two hours, depending on the depth and area of the skin resurfacing. After dermabrasion treatment, the skin is red, swollen and extremely sensitive for about 10 days. Dermabrasion can offer visible improvement by treating deep wrinkles, scars, and hyperpigmentation.
Microabrasion is much less invasive. It can be performed in an beauty center, doctor's office or at home, using a personal home micro dermabrasion kit. A doctor uses a sandblaster-like hand-held device to spray and circulate high pressure flow of aluminum oxide crystals onto the skin. Used crystals and dead skin cells are then vacuumed back into the microdermabrasion machine, leaving the skin clean and smooth.
Starting early next year we will begin offering esthetic services at Bella Pelle Laser. In case you wondered, Bella Pelle means Beautiful Skin in Italian.
A lot of times or moments when a special hairstyle is necessary, but no matter what the occasion is, you can have the appealing hairstyle that is suitable for you. The choice of the right hairstyle could be very difficult. The most important thing to remember is that it should be maximized the best features of your face, basically the shape. Aside from it, the nature of your hair is also one of the most important factors. Examine it whether it is thick or thin, straight or curly, coarse or wavy before choosing the best hairstyle for you. Here are some tips on what hairstyle is best for you, according to face’ shape:
Shape of Faces:
LONG FACE / OBLONG
-A short, perky bob hairstyle would be attractive for you. It should be short at the back and the angled chin length at the front. With bang brushed to the side, rounds out an oblong face. Long hair, would just make your face longer or lengthier.
SQUARE FACE
-A wide forehead and square jawbone. If your hair is thick, you can go all one length. If it is fine, you can have a slight angle in front. Blunt clipped bangs are not recommended because they just emphasize the squareness of your face.
OVAL FACE
-When a person has this kind of face, you are very lucky! Any hairstyle will suit you. Just don’t go on severe long hairdo that will only make your face look longer.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Victoria Beckham arrives at the 2007 MTV Movie Awards at the Gibson Amphitheatre, in Universal City
Chad Rogers arrives at US Weekly and Rolling Stone Rock the Oscars Party held at Wolfgang Puck, in the Pacific Design Center.
Boy Afro Hair With Wearing SuitSaturday, November 14, 2009
Peel It Off
Chemical peels are used to reduce scars, fine lines and pigmentation caused by acne, sun spots, or wrinkles due to aging. The chemical applied allows molecules to sink into the skin and will cause a tingling effect. The chemical can stay on the skin from 1 to 10 minutes and then it neutralizes or cools and is removed. As the chemicals seep into the skin, they boost collagen while lifting off the top layer, or the epidermis, of the skin. This causes a peeling effect. After a layer of skin peels off, it reveals the second layer or the dermis, which has fresher, tighter cells that are not as damaged.
Where, Oh Where?
Some mild chemical peel solutions may be applied to the face, neck and chest. More aggressive chemical peel solutions may only be applied to the face, avoiding the eyebrows, eyes, lips or any sensitive areas of the skin. The milder peel may be performed every 1 to 4 weeks, or as recommended by your physician or esthetician. A more aggressive peel may only be done once, after consulting a specialist or dermatologist. After any peel, the skin will likely feel tight, as if it is sunburned or wind burned. You may be given special moisturizer or a gentle cleanser to avoid irritation post-procedure.
Types of Peels
There are many types of chemical peels from superficial to deep. The most superficial can be done in the morning and a patient can then go to work, while a stronger peel may require a patient to take medication following the procedure and scabbing or excessive peeling may occur. Deciding which chemical peel is right for your skin requires a specialist, such as a dermatologist, or a certified professional, such as an esthetician.
Chemicals Used
There are different chemicals used depending on your skin type. A glycolic acid peel is an option, as is a salicylic, carbonic or lactic acid peel. These peels may be put on a patient's skin for 1 minute and up to 10 minutes. A deeper peel is a phenol peel which can take up to 2 hours and could take up to 2 weeks for the skin to heal. This is a serious procedure that can bleach treated areas or cause blistering. Always consult a dermatologist before undergoing this procedure.
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Friday, November 6, 2009
Canada Shines Light on Sunshine Vitamin - Vitamin D for colds and flu
0 komentar Diposkan oleh The Master di 5:17 PMInstead of getting a swine flu or other flu vaccine, Dr. Northrup suggests following what our Northern neighbors are doing to truly prevent the swine flu—taking vitamin D. Last year, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) began a multi-year study to see whether adequate vitamin D levels helped to prevent the flu. Although originally designed to study the seasonal flu, PHAC has now modified the study to examine the correlation between vitamin levels and those who contract the H1N1 swine flu virus. Dr. Northrup commends Canada for their forward thinking.
Since 2006, Dr. Northrup has been teaching women (and men) everywhere about the protective, health-enhancing qualities of the sunshine vitamin. Optimal levels of vitamin D (40–80 ng/ml) enhance the creation and functioning of healthy cells throughout the body.1 In addition to protecting the bones and boosting the immune system, studies show that vitamin D helps prevent certain cancers, including breast, ovarian, prostate, and colorectal.23 45 Exciting new research shows that in the U.S. alone, thousands of new cases of breast cancer could be prevented every year if more women had optimal levels of vitamin D.6
Vitamin D also benefits the immune system, as studies by prominent vitamin D researchers have shown. This year, Adit Ginde, M.D. published a study conducted with about 19,000 adults and teens which found that those with low levels of vitamin D were 40 percent more likely to come down with a cold, the flu, or other respiratory infections.7 In the past, John J. Cannell and Michael Hollick, the granddaddies of vitamin D research, have published numerous studies showing similar correlations. (For more information, visit the Vitamin D Council web site.) It appears that vitamin D has antimicrobial properties that kick in when the body is exposed to these kinds of germs.8
As we all know, when some people get the flu, it’s mild and they recover quickly while others develop secondary infections, like pneumonia, or asthma and other serious conditions. PHAC plans to study if there’s a correlation between vitamin D levels and whether a person develops a severe case of the flu. Dr. Northrup says, “This makes sense. A study done on 208 post-menopausal African Americans showed that women who received 800 IUs per day of vitamin D were three times less likely to get a cold or flu, regardless of the season, when compared to women who took no vitamin D. And when the women studied were given 2,000 IUs per day, virtually none came down with either kind of virus.”9
PHAC also plans to examine whether genetics play a role.
Although it’s likely to take at least three flu seasons before enough information can be gathered and interpreted, Dr. Northrup is willing to guess that the results will shine a light on the sunshine vitamin’s effectiveness. “With all this talk about healthcare reform, I’m encouraged to see a country take a stand for prevention. I can picture a much healthier world, not because of a vaccine or a pill, but because people everywhere have adequate levels of vitamin D.”
Dr. Northrup continues, “If you do nothing else for yourself or your family this year, do this one thing: maintain an optimal level of vitamin D. In my opinion, this is 52 ng/mls or higher, but no higher than 100 ng/ml. (The current consensus among vitamin D researchers is 40–80 ng/ml or as high as 100 ng/ml.) A simple blood test will tell you where your stand. Then you’ll either get about 2,000 IUs per day to maintain a healthy level, or take a little more until your levels have been restored.
“This is true health care!” Dr. Northrup enthuses.
For more on boosting your immune system and protecting against the flu, read “Build Your Immunity!” in the Women’s Wisdom Circle. For more on vitamin D’s many benefits, read “How Natural Light Recharges Your Health” also in the Wisdom Circle.
References
Since 2006, Dr. Northrup has been teaching women (and men) everywhere about the protective, health-enhancing qualities of the sunshine vitamin. Optimal levels of vitamin D (40–80 ng/ml) enhance the creation and functioning of healthy cells throughout the body.1 In addition to protecting the bones and boosting the immune system, studies show that vitamin D helps prevent certain cancers, including breast, ovarian, prostate, and colorectal.23 45 Exciting new research shows that in the U.S. alone, thousands of new cases of breast cancer could be prevented every year if more women had optimal levels of vitamin D.6
Vitamin D also benefits the immune system, as studies by prominent vitamin D researchers have shown. This year, Adit Ginde, M.D. published a study conducted with about 19,000 adults and teens which found that those with low levels of vitamin D were 40 percent more likely to come down with a cold, the flu, or other respiratory infections.7 In the past, John J. Cannell and Michael Hollick, the granddaddies of vitamin D research, have published numerous studies showing similar correlations. (For more information, visit the Vitamin D Council web site.) It appears that vitamin D has antimicrobial properties that kick in when the body is exposed to these kinds of germs.8
As we all know, when some people get the flu, it’s mild and they recover quickly while others develop secondary infections, like pneumonia, or asthma and other serious conditions. PHAC plans to study if there’s a correlation between vitamin D levels and whether a person develops a severe case of the flu. Dr. Northrup says, “This makes sense. A study done on 208 post-menopausal African Americans showed that women who received 800 IUs per day of vitamin D were three times less likely to get a cold or flu, regardless of the season, when compared to women who took no vitamin D. And when the women studied were given 2,000 IUs per day, virtually none came down with either kind of virus.”9
PHAC also plans to examine whether genetics play a role.
Although it’s likely to take at least three flu seasons before enough information can be gathered and interpreted, Dr. Northrup is willing to guess that the results will shine a light on the sunshine vitamin’s effectiveness. “With all this talk about healthcare reform, I’m encouraged to see a country take a stand for prevention. I can picture a much healthier world, not because of a vaccine or a pill, but because people everywhere have adequate levels of vitamin D.”
Dr. Northrup continues, “If you do nothing else for yourself or your family this year, do this one thing: maintain an optimal level of vitamin D. In my opinion, this is 52 ng/mls or higher, but no higher than 100 ng/ml. (The current consensus among vitamin D researchers is 40–80 ng/ml or as high as 100 ng/ml.) A simple blood test will tell you where your stand. Then you’ll either get about 2,000 IUs per day to maintain a healthy level, or take a little more until your levels have been restored.
“This is true health care!” Dr. Northrup enthuses.
For more on boosting your immune system and protecting against the flu, read “Build Your Immunity!” in the Women’s Wisdom Circle. For more on vitamin D’s many benefits, read “How Natural Light Recharges Your Health” also in the Wisdom Circle.
References
- Staud, R., 2005. Vitamin D: more than just affecting calcium and bone. Curr Rheumatol Rep, Oct;7(5):356-64.
- Staud, R., 2005. Vitamin D: more than just affecting calcium and bone. Curr Rheumatol Rep, Oct;7(5):356-64.
- Cannell, J.J., Hollis, B.W. 2008. Use of vitamin D in clinical practice, Altern Med Rev, Mar;13(1):6-20.
- Cannell, J.J., et al. 2008. On the epidemiology of influenza, Virol J, Feb 25;5:29.
- Holick, M.F. 2004. Vitamin D: importance in the prevention of cancers, type 1 diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis, Am J Clin Nutr, 79:362-71.
- Garland, C.F., et al. 2009 Vitamin D for cancer prevention: global perspective, Ann Epidemiol. Jul;19(7):468-83.
- Ginde, A.A, Mansbach, J.M., Camargo, C.A. Jr. 2009. Arch Intern Med. Feb 23;169(4):384-90. Comment in Arch Intern Med. 2009 Aug 10;169(15):1443; author reply 1443-4.
- Doss, M., et al. 2009. Interactions of alpha-, beta-, and theta-defensins with influenza A virus and surfactant protein D, Journal of Immunology, Jun 15; 182(12): 7878-87
- Aloia, J., Li-Ng, M. 2007. Epidemic influenza and vitamin D, Epidemiol Infect 135(7):1095-1096.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Aerobic exercise no big stretch for older adults but helps elasticity of arteries
0 komentar Diposkan oleh The Master di 8:00 PMEDMONTON, Oct. 25, 2009 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) --
Just three months of physical activity reaps heart health benefits for older adults with type 2 diabetes by improving the elasticity in their arteries - reducing risk of heart disease and stroke, Dr. Kenneth Madden told the 2009 Canadian Cardiovascular Congress, co-hosted by the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Canadian Cardiovascular Society.
Dr. Madden studied adults between the ages of 65 to 83 with controlled Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high blood cholesterol to see how increased activity might affect stiffness of the arteries.
"The theory is that aerobic activity makes your arteries less stiff and makes artery walls more elastic," says Dr. Madden, a geriatric specialist at the University of British Columbia.
An improvement was seen in the elasticity of the arteries of the group that performed the activity compared to those who didn't exercise. "There was an impressive drop in arterial stiffness after just three months of exercise. In that time we saw a 15 to 20 per cent reduction."
The subjects were divided into two groups to either receive three months of vigorous physical activity (one hour, three times per week) or to get no aerobic exercise at all. Subjects were classified as sedentary at the beginning of the study but gradually increased their fitness levels until they were working at 70 per cent of their maximum heart rate, using treadmills and cycling machines. They were supervised by a certified exercise trainer.
Dr. Beth Abramson, spokesperson for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, stresses the importance of lifestyle factors on heart health, especially with our aging population. "Almost everyone can benefit from active living," she says. "The Foundation recommends that, like adults of any age, older adults - with the consent of their physicians - need 30 to 60 minutes of moderate activity most days of the week."
Dr. Madden says that the exercise requirements may be viewed as controversial because of the age of the participants but the exercise level was safe and well tolerated. "There seems to be a knee-jerk reluctance to getting these older adults to exercise yet we used a vigorous level of activity and didn't have any trouble keeping participants in our study. They enjoyed the activity," Dr. Madden says. "People always underestimate what older adults can do."
Dr. Madden notes that realistically, seniors need someone to help them get started. "We need to learn how to do it effectively and how to do it safely," he says. "It could mean visiting your family doctor to find out about provincially funded programs, or joining programs for seniors that are offered at many local community centres."
Dr. Abramson recommends that seniors choose activities they enjoy, such as walking, gardening, golfing, dancing, or joining a yoga or tai chi class. If weather is a barrier, she suggests climbing stairs at home, joining a mall-walking group, or strolling the halls of their apartment building or retirement residence.
In his next project, Dr. Madden wants to find out if there is a less expensive but equally effective way to reduce the stiffness of arteries in older adults. "Our first step was to prove that it was at all possible for older adults to have reduced narrowing in their arteries due to exercise," he says. "Now we want to find out just how rigorous the levels of activity need to be to demonstrate the same results. The next step is to try studying a home-based walking program using pedometers. This is something easy for doctors to prescribe and cheap and easy for participants."
The HeartWalk Workout, a special activity program developed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation to help people with cardiovascular problems get regular, healthy physical activity is available online at heartandstroke.ca. It helps people slowly build up exercise tolerance until they can walk at least 30 minutes, five times a week.
Statements and conclusions of study authors are solely those of the study authors and do not necessarily reflect Foundation or CCS policy or position. The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada and the Canadian Cardiovascular Society make no representation or warranty as to their accuracy or reliability.
The Heart and Stroke Foundation (heartandstroke.ca), a volunteer-based health charity, leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke and reducing their impact through the advancement of research and its application, the promotion of healthy living, and advocacy.
SOURCE: HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION OF CANADA
Friday, October 23, 2009
Color categories of fruits and vegetables offer healthy benefits
0 komentar Diposkan oleh The Master di 8:05 PMKnight Ridder/Tribune Business News
10-09-09
Oct. 7--Most people know that there are many benefits to maintaining a healthy diet. Longer lives, disease prevention and an ideal weight are all results of eating healthy.
But how can you know which foods to buy -- let alone which foods to eat? Now it may be easier than ever to decide.
Color is the key. If you know what you want to prevent or improve, there is probably a color associated with what you need.
Fruits and vegetables contain phytochemicals which are packed with vitamins and minerals. They can protect against things like the effects of aging, cancer and heart disease said Heather Boline, a registered dietitian at Freeman Health System.
Fruits and vegetables are categorized by color. These categories can help alert the healthy consumer of what benefits the fruit or vegetable has in store.
These color categories include red, blue/purple, yellow/orange, white and green.
Those in the white category, such as bananas, garlic, onions and potatoes, help with heart health, lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of some cancers. Cantaloupes, mangoes and sweet potatoes are all part of the yellow/orange category and help with the eye and heart health. Green grapes, kiwis, broccoli and spinach also help with vision and reducing the risk of cancer.
"Blueberries have the phytochemical anthocyanin which helps reduce age effects," said Boline.
If you are still unsure of how much of all these fruit and vegetables you need, there is a Web site that can figure it for you.
The site, created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, can be found at www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov. The site considers your age, gender and activity level to measure how many cups of "fruits and veggies" you need in a day.
The CDC also recognizes the significance of the colors of fruits and vegetables.
"To get a healthy variety, think color. Eating fruits and vegetables of different colors gives your body a wide range of valuable nutrients," according to the CDC site.
To make the benefits of fruits and vegetables more available -- and more appetizing -- there are lots of things you can do, said Boline.
"Try to buy different kinds of fruits and vegetables. Buy juices that are 100 percent juice, not juices with high-fructose corn syrup," she said. "Try to keep fruit on your counter at home or on your desk at work. You're more likely to eat it that way."
Boline also suggests keeping some vegetables cut up in your fridge.
"You're more likely to eat them if (the vegetables) are already ready to eat," said Boline.
There are also some treats you can make if a carrot just won't satisfy your sweet tooth. Smoothies, she said, are easy to make and a good way to get children to eat more fruit.
Boline also suggested low-fat, plain yogurt and adding your own fruit, such as frozen blueberries.
"The fact that the CDC is promoting 'More Matters' says a lot about disease prevention," said Boline.
"Fruits and Veggies -- More Matters" is an initiative by the CDC and the Produce for Better Health Foundation to promote an increase in fruits and vegetables in everyone's diet.
"Compared with people who consume a diet with only small amounts of fruits and vegetables, those who eat more generous amounts as part of a healthful diet are likely to have reduced risk of chronic diseases, including stroke and perhaps other cardiovascular diseases, and certain cancers," according to the CDC.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
A lot of people don't consider food as a cause of hair loss, as you try to understand it. It is possible..A healthy diet can promote a healthy hair, an unhealthy diet can lead to significant loss. Maintain a healthy diet that has servings of fruits and vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats and dairy in moderation.
For men, a low-fat diet may help slow down the balding process. On some level, male pattern baldness might be tied to increased testosterone levels during puberty, which are often the result of a high-fat diet or eating too many animal products.
Hair loss in women is often difficult to diagnose and can be caused by many factors, including alopecia areata, hormone imbalances, menopause, dietary protein and amino acid deficiency, intestinal parasites, damage from hair treatments, and stress.
Nutritional deficits caused by extreme weight loss programs can make some people lose hair. The follicles require nutrients, just as the rest of your body does. Ensuring that your diet is filled with healthy foods can promote a healthy hair.
Processed foods has chemicals that can create health problems including hair loss for many individuals. Here are some foods to avoid if you are having hair loss problems:
> Aspartame is a synthetic sweetener that can actually lead to more problems than the refined white sugar, including hair loss.
> Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) may lead to health problems including losing hair.
> Refined white sugar has taken most of the natural elements in the sweetener out. Stick to natural sugar.
> White flour has been over-processed. Many of the nutrients in the grains that make the flour have been removed, leaving little to benefit the body.
> Hydrogenated oils may cause hair loss indirectly as they lead to other health conditions related to losing hair.
> Protein isolate may sound like a healthy option but this is an artificial element that involves hexane in its processing. Hexane is similar to gasoline.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
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