Saturday, August 30, 2008

Are you getting enough sleep?

Are you getting enough sleep? There are many of us who don’t get enough sleep .As a result of busy work schedule, hectic social life most of us find it difficult to sleep. Adults need at least 6-7 hours of sleep every night to perform optimally. Children's need even more. What we eat affects our sleep. Some foods slow down the nerves and calm the brain and so are called sleepers .where as other food that keep you awake are called wakers.

Sunday, August 24, 2008

Benefits of Running

Running is terrific cardiovascular exercise. A study found that women who run around 60 km a week may reduce their risk of heart failure by 45%.
Running is an excellent activity to build and maintain bone mass.
It is also a great way of combating stress and relax mind.So what are you waiting for ,get into your good pair of shoes and start running.

Saturday, August 16, 2008

Weight Training

Weight training helps to build bone mass, which guards against osteoporosis. Try to have a ‘leg day’ and an ‘arm day’ each week
Lighter weights will help the body to be sleek while heavier weights develop muscles.

Thursday, August 14, 2008

Benefits of Walking

Walking is one of the best forms of aerobic activity, building cardiovascular fitness and doesn’t require special equipment.
Walking can help prevent osteoporosis by building strong bones.
Brisk walking burns around 275 calories an hour. Is strengthens your hip, thigh, stomach and bottom muscles. Walking is good to relax mind.

Breakfast for healthy living

When we are in hurry or rush. We often skip our breakfast and go out on empty stomach, which is not a good habit.
Our body needs adequate amount of nutrients to reach to its full potential. Eating breakfast everyday is a good way to kick starts your day.
Just, as you can’t go too far in your car with an empty tank, same is the case with your body. It needs fuel in order to run and perform the entire daily task.

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Detox to stay healthy

Detoxification is cleansing process that can improve your health develop resistance to diseases and provide more energy. Most importantly it helps in weight loss.
Benefits of Detox Diet: "Cleansing of the digestive system and colon for improved digestion, better absorption of nutrients and reduced bloating.
Improved circulation and liver function for better elimination of toxins"
Detoxification is carried out by liver in our body. Liver works really hard everyday to eliminate the contaminants from our body. Taking lemon juice and honey with warm water is excellent way to detox your body.

Thursday, August 7, 2008

Be Fit

To be Fit do walking atleast 30 minutes daily.