Archive for November, 2009

  • Top 10 : Beauty and makeup websites
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    Top 10 : Beauty and makeup websites
    A thing of beauty is a joy forever – John Keats Very true. Isn’t it? We all want to be beautiful. We all have a desire to look beautiful. Compared to men, women are more beauty conscious and therefore they spend more time in such activities. So, as to make things looks easier for any women, I am out with my list of top 10 beauty and makeup sites that will certainly help those who are in a good mood to makeover. Must say these sites are some of the best beauty sites that you will ever come across. Please do not miss these sites… Have a look at these sites below : Number 10: Tricia Sawyer’s website Do you know who is Tricia Sawyer? If no! She is a very famous Hollywood makeup artist who offers useful information and awesome  [...]
    Posted at November 23rd, 2009 in Beauty & Skin Care
  • Understanding the Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome
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    Understanding the Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome
    Restless leg syndrome is a very real problem that causes a sudden desire to move your legs. It is important to have an understanding of restless leg syndrome in order to obtain targeted treatment. Understanding the symptoms of restless leg syndrome can help your doctor obtain a proper diagnosis, and is based on history and description of the symptoms. The urge to move the legs is irresistible and is associated with uncomfortable feelings. The symptoms of restless leg syndrome are worse when sleeping, and can interfere with rest. Sleep deprivation from restless leg syndrome can interfere with productivity at work and at home. Some individuals experience frequent jerking movements that occur intermittently and disrupt sleep. Sensations in  [...]
    Posted at November 22nd, 2009 in Disorder
  • Six Easy and Simple Yet Very Effective Exercise Tips
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    Six Easy and Simple Yet Very Effective Exercise Tips
    The benefits of exercise are well known. Finding motivation is difficult. If you are looking for a way to increase energy expenditure, reduce risk of heart disease, and curb obesity with exercise, consider the following six tips that can help keep you moving and motivated. Muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility are important to maintain quality of life. If you have not been exercising regularly, consider these six simple exercise tips to get started that can help keep you moving. 1. Purchase a pedometer Studies show that pedometer use can lead to success when meeting your exercise goals. A study published November 2007, in the Journal of the American Medical Association “suggest that the use of a pedometer is associated with significant  [...]
    Posted at November 22nd, 2009 in Fitness & Exercise
  • Top 10 : Best health tips for men- You must know
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    Top 10 : Best health tips for men- You must know
    A very general question – Are men careless? To be honest, Yes. In most of the cases when it comes to personal hygiene, men have been found careless. It hasn’t been the same case with women. Women seem to more cautious with their health problems. This was evident from a recent survey which claimed that women have seven years average survival advantage than men. There can be hoards of reason for men being so careless. Common being busy, mentally tensed, stressed and lots more. Now, how to avoid being careless and maintain a better health? Just follow these 9 best health tips as mentioned below - 1) Kickoff “white foods” from your diet - processed foods, white flour and white sugar are not only lack of minerals and vitamins but they  [...]
    Posted at November 21st, 2009 in Fitness & Exercise
  • Top 10: worst and unhealthy foods to avoid
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    Top 10: worst and unhealthy foods to avoid
    This post is about the foods that are bad for eating and are unhealthy. Previously I have posted a list of healthy and nutritious foods and now this is opposite of that to help you better in knowing the foods that you should be careful in avoiding. 1) Soft drinks, soda drinks and even the “diet” kind of drinks: contain high amounts of sugar which may lead to tooth decay, obesity and diabetes. Studies revealed that soda drinks may cause tooth decay, heart disease, obesity and osteoporosis. They also decrease your appetite for healthy foods and may lead to nutrition deficiencies and even “diet” drinks are not an exception from these kind of problems as they contain artificial sweeteners with are not good for health. Note: drink more  [...]
    Posted at November 19th, 2009 in Diet & Nutrition
  • Transcendental Meditation Helps Young College Students Cope
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    Transcendental Meditation Helps Young College Students Cope
    A new study shows that college students who are stressed can benefit from Transcendental Meditation that also lowered blood pressure among study participants. High blood pressure begins during younger years. College students at risk for high blood pressure were studied and compared to a control group. After three months, compared to a control group of college students placed on a wait list, students who practiced Transcendental Meditation lowered both their systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings by 6.3 points and 4.0 points respectively. College student stressors include financial and academic achievement concerns, and uncertaintly about the future. The new study showed that after three months, Transcendental Meditation helped students  [...]
    Posted at November 18th, 2009 in Alternative Treatments
  • Top 10 best healthy and nutritious foods
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    Top 10 best healthy and nutritious foods
    This post is about the foods that are good for eating and healthy. For this I have conducted a small study by referring several sites and books and made this top 10 foods list. Hope you will like and enjoy the healthy foods for healthy life…. 1) Sweet potatoes: they contain so many nutrients and are one of the best vegetables you can eat. They contain potassium, vitamin C, carotenoids, vitamin A and fiber. Another name for it is – Yam. Try them they are so delicious and sweet in taste even when cooked plain. 2) Citrus fruits: they have a great taste and are rich in fiber and vitamin C. They are perfect for desert or a snack. Do you know that eating citrus or drinking its juice helps in reducing the risk of stroke? They include wide  [...]
    Posted at November 18th, 2009 in Diet & Nutrition
  • What to do when you get dental injury : Safety tips and treatment.
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    What to do when you get dental injury : Safety tips and treatment.
    Dental injuries are occurred usually when there is a strong blow. The dental trauma may lead to breakage of teeth or they me loosened or removed out completely. You need not worry about this if you give immediate treatment which can save the tooth in a best possible manner. Now let’s come to the actual discussion regarding the things to be remembered when there is a dental injury. So here are those points and make a note of it: 1) By using your finger or by just looking you check your teeth following an accident to your mouth/face. 2) Identify if there is any missing teeth or fragments of teeth nearby. 3) Remember that you must only touch the crown (visible part) of the tooth. 4) Never rinse or wash the tooth or its fragment with anything  [...]
    Posted at November 17th, 2009 in Oral Health
  • Food guide and diet tips for diabetes people
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    Food guide and diet tips for diabetes people
    This is a very useful and must know post for people having diabetes and this is about diet tips and regarding foods to be taken and avoided by diabetics. First let’s see the recommended foods for diabetes people: 1) Chickpeas, beans and lentils contain good amount of soluble fiber and they slowly raise the blood sugar levels. They are also good source for proteins and carbohydrates. 2) Sweet potatoes, rye bread and pasta are good source for carbohydrates as they slowly and steadily release the energy. 3) The insulin action is enhanced by the intake of chromium and zinc. So the foods rich in these two elements are: brown rice, whole meal pasta, whole grain bread and breakfast. 4) Skimmed milk and low fat yogurt are low in saturated fats  [...]
    Posted at November 17th, 2009 in Diabetes
  • Dieters happier with low fat and high carbohydrates
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    Dieters happier with low fat and high carbohydrates
    New research shows that eating a low fat high carbohydrate diet or a high fat low carbohydrate diet can both lead to weight loss. Between the two, dieters are happier when they consume less fat and more carbohydrates. The study, published November 9 in the Archives of Internal Medicine, examined the effect of either a very–low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet to a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet in 106 study participants. The study showed that after a year, the low fat diet was associated with positive mood changes. The psychological effect of a low fat diet may be associated with chemicals in the brain that control emotions. The study authors write, “This outcome suggests that some aspects of the low-carbohydrate diet may have had  [...]
    Posted at November 12th, 2009 in Diet & Nutrition
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    Dark chocolate naturally eases stress.
    Researchers have now discovered that eating 40 grams of dark chocolate daily can lower levels of stress hormones in the body. A group of 30 highly stressed study participants were examined using sophisticated testing. The study revealed dark chocolate could have positive long term health benefits that include lower stress hormone levels, making the sweet treat a natural way to ease stress. Past studies have shown than consuming dark chocolate can lower blood pressure, help prevent skin cancer, and treat pain. The new findings, published November 2009 in the Journal of Proteome Research also showed benefits associated with dark chocolate for boosting bacterial health in the intestines, in addition to easing stress.The study participants ate  [...]
    Posted at November 12th, 2009 in Stress
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