Entries from March 2008 ↓

Most people are focused on fat. We all hear about the idea that fat is not something good nowadays. Since the time we are small children everyone taught us that fat is not good for us. In fact, some may be worried about calories rather than fat. To be frank you should be worrying about both of them. You should try to avoid junk food. It is always a good idea to get calories from foods that are good for your health. Continue reading →

It can be said that the new movement towards perfect bodies is not a new movement at all. What has sparked the sudden rush to exercise, watch diet and be mindful of nutritional habits is simply the publicity that has been spearheaded by the media regarding the importance of physical fitness.

Men too, just like women, attach a heavy premium to the way they look. To men, the bronze appearance of Brad Pitt or the rugged boyish looks of Ben Affleck have to be emulated at all costs. Sadly, men have to wrestle with the tendency to accumulate fat especially in the bellies and “wings,” which end up forming a fatty ring commonly referred to as the love handle. As sweet as they sound, love handles are the nightmare of every man who wants to develop six pack abs and a trim appearance reminiscent of a modern day Spartan athlete. Continue reading →

Extensive studies have been conducted regarding sleep and how it affects man’s well-being. Recent sleep studies continue to reach new heights and research conducted by the American Thoracic Society points to a relationship between sleeplessness and weight gain.

The study revealed that women who slept for less than five hours a day tended to be about 33 pounds heavier than their counterparts who enjoyed over seven hours of sleep a day. It was previously understood that lack of sleep has certain well documented side effects such as accelerated aging, loss of immunity, stress and memory loss, but not until recently has it also been proven that sleeplessness can also impact your body weight. It is interesting to note just how sleeplessness relates to weight gain and in this article I will examine some ways in which that happens. Continue reading →

If you’re like most people, you’re eating out more than ever. With a little effort, however, you can have almost as much control over what you eat when you dine out as you do at home. The following tips give you the tools you need to win at the restaurant game.

1. Get a Little Something on the Side. Salad dressing is not the only topping that can be served on the side. You can make the same request with sour cream, sauces and most seasonings. Unless the dish is pre-made, such as frozen lasagna, having the kitchen omit a sauce or serve a topping separately is perfectly acceptable. Continue reading →

Most people have experienced painful muscle pulls, yet when it comes to treatment, deciding on the best course of action can be puzzling. This article describes tendonitis and bursitis (two painful conditions that affect muscles); gives tips on how to talk to a health care practitioner about an injury; and explains when to treat with heat versus ice.

Tendonitis and Bursitis
Tendonitis and bursitis are two common musculoskeletal conditions. Tendonitis is inflammation of a muscle tendon. Tendons lie at the ends of muscles, where they attach to bones. If a tendon is inflamed, acute or chronic pain occurs with movement of the muscle or joint. Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa. Bursas are fluid-filled sacs surrounding joints or muscle tendons; these sacs function to guide and lubricate the muscles and joints. Symptoms of bursitis include severe pain, especially in response to touch or movement, and limited range of motion. Health care professionals diagnose tendonitis and bursitis by palpating, examining and taking a history of the injury. Continue reading →