2009 June 03 | Healthcare, Health Insurance, Vitamins, Nutrition

June 3, 2009

NO SODA, WATER PLEASE!

Filed under: General,Healthcare — Tags: dehydration, drink hot water, drink hydration, drink more water, drink water, drink water diet, drink water health, drink water per day, drink water to lose weight, drink water weight loss, health benefits of water, how much water should i drink, how much water to drink, water drinking, water weight loss, why drink water — Anna MorTis @ 7:48 am

How often have we felt so thirsty and the throat so parched and reached out to a bottle of soda instead of water? Way too often, I guess, given that 75% of Americans suffer from mild dehydration. Not only does soda helps you gain unhealthy weight but it also deteriorates the body as well. A cold soda may feel nice going down, but beverages with caffeine are not meant to hydrate. Did you know that it takes 32 glasses of water to neutralize the acid from one 12 oz. cola or soda?

Water is as important to the human body as is gas and oil for our vehicles. In addition to the daily maintenance of our bodies, water also plays a key role in the prevention of disease. Drinking eight glasses of water daily can decrease the risk of colon cancer by 45%, bladder cancer by 50% and it can potentially even reduce the risk of breast cancer.

The magic figure is 8 glasses of water a day spread throughout the day or the thumb rule is 1 cup of water for every 20pounds of your weight. So a person weighing 100lbs just needs 5 cups of water.

So if you are a person who needs an easy way out with regards to health, then all you need to do is gulp down a few glasses of water and rest in peace because this magic liquid will take care of the rest. Only caution, don’t bother to supplement it with cola/soda or a sports drink.

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ANXIETY DISORDER

Some degree of anxiety is perfectly normal. We all experience situations that make us fearful and anxious. Unlike the relatively mild, brief anxiety caused by a stressful event such as a business presentation or a first date, anxiety disorders are chronic, relentless, and can grow progressively worse if not treated. These disorders fill people’s lives with overwhelming anxiety and fear. Anxiety disorders are serious medical illnesses that affect approximately 19 million American adults.

If you feel that anxiety is keeping you from living a full-bodied, upbeat life each day, it may be time to take proactive steps to reduce its influence. Firstly, rule out that the anxiety is not due to any medical problem like high blood pressure, errant hormones or a thyroid problem. If that be the case then it can be set right by appropriate medication and check to see if the smile is back. Secondly, it always helps to speak out. Say your mom, dad, sibling or a close friend. If you are uncomfortable speaking at all then write it down. This helps in coming to terms with ones own thoughts. Once the problem is stated either through talk or in writing, get working on the solution.

Understanding ones own grievances and apprehensions is half the battle won. Healthy food and regular exercise help to release the body’s endorphins, which can promote a sense of well-being. Some studies suggest that a little bit of daily sunlight, as little as ten minutes a day, can contribute to a healthy mindset.

There is so much one can do to help oneself. However in case of serious anxiety disorders like panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder or post traumatic disorder then it is utmost necessary to visit a medical practitioner for psychotherapy.

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Prevent Diabetes and Cancer with Apples and Oranges.

Filed under: General,Healthcare — Tags: avoid diabetes, cancer, cancer prevention diet, cancer treatment, diabetes, diabetes control, diabetic diet, diet to prevent diabetes, foods that fight cancer, how to prevent cancer, how to prevent diabetes, pre diabetes, prevent cancer, prevent diabetes, prevent diabetic, prevent diabetics, preventing cancer, preventing diabetes — Anna MorTis @ 7:13 am

In today’s high stress, fast-paced world, you need to stay at peak performance. How do you get your immune system in shape for the same? Health problems such as heart disease, macular degeneration, diabetes, cancer etc are all contributed by oxidative damage. A recent study conducted by researchers from London found that 5 servings of fruits and vegetables reduce the risk of stroke by 25 percent. These vegetables and fruits contain antioxidants that enhance immune defense and therefore lower the risk of cancer and infection.

A paradox in metabolism is that while the vast majority of complex life on Earth requires oxygen for its existence, oxygen is a highly reactive molecule that damages living organisms by producing reactive oxygen species. Antioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. When our body cells use oxygen, they naturally produce free radicals (by-products) which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as “free radical scavengers” and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals.

Fruits and vegetables that have comparatively high levels of antioxidants include apples, grapefruit, green grapes, oranges, peach, red plums, strawberries, beetroot, sprouts, cauliflower, green cabbage, lettuce, onion, spinach and tomatoes. Antioxidants are abundant in other foods including nuts, grains and some meats, poultry and fish.

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