Saturday, December 25, 2010

Being thin does not always mean being Healthy

Being thin:
What is thin? It is the opposite of fat, right? It's what almost everyone wants to be, and will go lengths to be so, depriving oneself of food, walking the treadmill extra hours and denying oneself all the good things in life, from indulgent food to regular meals. Thin is what supermodels are, thin is what the mannequins at designer store are, thin is 'in'. But then, being thin is not the same as being fit.
Some of us are just naturally thin. And that makes us the object of envy in a society where obesity levels are rising. But as they say, the grass is always greener on the other side. Skinny arms and feet and a non-existent butt, plus the eternal fear that the weighing machine will display a "Where are you?" sign aren't very nice things to live by either. Doctors regard people with a BMI lesser than 18.5, or those weighing less than their ideal weight as being "underweight". And being underweight while growing up is as big a nightmare as being overweight is. For people who are underweight and trying to put on weight, life can be frustrating. And many will resort to eating just about anything to put on weight. That certainly can't be healthy.

Artificial Thin
And then there are some of us who will deprive ourselves of food and attempt to live on an apple or six raisins a day. That will eventually "tone down" the body but can also lead to a condition called anorexia. (Now, that's what supermodels are.) From digestive disorders to general weakness, anorexia serves no good to humanity except for letting you fit into that size zero gown. Just how much is it worth really?

The down side of being thin
Not being fat is attributed to a large extent to excellent metabolism, ample exercise and an active lifestyle. But being underweight or anorexic isn't the same. Thin people are prone to general weakness characterised commonly by a feeling of dizziness while suddenly standing up, they usually lack of physical stamina and also feel cold easily, thanks to the absence of a protective fat layer. Add to that the inconvenience of having to live with names like "bony," "skinny," "twig," "fly," "stick" etc, life certainly isn't a bed of roses this side of the fat.

"Thin Fat"
Here is the news. Being thin on the outside and not having a depository of fat underneath the skin does not guarantee a healthy life. Recent research suggests that in people without much fat under the skin, the fat may actually be deposited internally around vital organs such as the heart and the liver. The presence of such internal fat places these thin people at a risk of the same diseases that overweight people are likely to suffer from: Type-2 diabetes and cardiac arrests. Thin people with internal fat are equally prone to ergonomical problems faced at work, other diseases caused by sedentary lifestyles and smoking not to mention psychological problems like depression. Regular consumption in alcohol also leads to a flabby "beer belly" on an otherwise skinny body which, apart from being an unpleasant sight, is also unhealthy.

Here is a quick myth buster cum fact-sheet on being thin.

  • Losing a lot of weight through dieting and starvation is unhealthy as compared to losing it through exercise.
  • An overweight person with an active lifestyle is actually healthier than a thin person with an inactive one.
  • Being thin on the outside does not guarantee absence of fat around vital body organs.
  • Sudden loss of weight, and not through exercise, can actually be a symptom of a host of conditions and disease including tuberculosis, Human Immuno-deficiency Virus (HIV) or even parasites in the digestive system.
  • Eating junk food and food excessively rich in calories is equally harmful to a thin person as it is to someone who is overweight.
  • With proper diet and exercise, underweight people can gain weight and keep fit.
    The most important thing to keep in mind is to build body protein as opposed to body fat.

The secret lies in not allowing one self to get depressed, or frustrated. It is possible to gain an ideal weight. At the same time, it is necessary to do it the right way.

 

 

 

 


Tuesday, December 21, 2010

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12 Indian foods that cut the fat.......

You don't have to acquire a taste for olive oil, seaweed or soya to maintain a low-fat, healthy diet. Indian cuisine can be healthy too, if it's cooked with oil and ingredients that take care of your heart and health.

Ayurveda suggests you include all tastes — sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter and astringent — in at least one meal each day, to help balance unnatural cravings. Here are 12 foods that can help you lose weight and gain health:

Turmeric : Curcumin, the active component of turmeric, is an object of research owing to its properties that suggest they may help to turn off certain genes that cause scarring and enlargement of the heart. Regular intake may help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol and high blood pressure, increase blood circulation and prevent blood clotting, helping to prevent heart attack.

Cardamom : This is a thermogenic herb that increases metabolism and helps burn body fat. Cardamom is considered one of the best digestive aids and is believed to soothe the digestive system and help the body process other foods more efficiently.

Chillies : Foods containing chillies are said to be as foods that burn fat. Chillies contain capsaicin that helps in increasing the metabolism. Capsaicin is a thermogenic food, so it causes the body to burn calories for 20 minutes after you eat the chillies.

Curry leaves : Incorporating curry leaves into your daily diet can help you lose weight. These leaves flush out fat and toxins, reducing fat deposits that are stored in the body, as well as reducing bad cholesterol levels. If you are overweight, incorporate eight to 10 curry leaves into your diet daily. Chop them finely and mix them into a drink, or sprinkle them over a meal.

Garlic : An effective fat-burning food, garlic contains the sulphur compound allicin which has anti-bacterial effects and helps reduce cholesterol and unhealthy fats.

Mustard oil : This has low saturated fat compared to other cooking oils. It has fatty acid, oleic acid, erucic acid and linoleic acid. It contains antioxidants, essential vitamins and reduces cholesterol, which is good for the heart.

Cabbage : Raw or cooked cabbage inhibits the conversion of sugar and other carbohydrates into fat. Hence, it is of great value in weight reduction.

Moong dal : The bean sprouts are rich in Vitamin A, B, C and E and many minerals, such as calcium, iron and potassium. It is recommended as a food replacement in many slimming programmes, as it has a very low fat content. It is a rich source of protein and fibre, which helps lower blood cholesterol level. The high fibre content yields complex carbohydrates, which aid digestion, are effective in stabilising blood sugar and prevent its rapid rise after meal consumption.

Honey : It is a home remedy for obesity. It mobilises the extra fat deposits in the body allowing it to be utilised as energy for normal functions. One should start with about 10 grams or a tablespoon, taken with hot water early in the morning.

Buttermilk : It is the somewhat sour, residual fluid that is left after butter is churned. The probiotic food contains just 2.2 grams of fat and about 99 calories, as compared to whole milk that contains 8.9 grams fat and 157 calories. Regular intake provides the body with all essential nutrients and does not add fats and calories to the body. It is thus helpful in weight loss.

Millets : Fibre-rich foods such as millets - jowar, bajra, ragi, etc - absorb cholesterol and help increase the secretion of the bile that emulsifies fats.
Cinnamon and cloves: Used extensively in Indian cooking, the spices have been found to improve the function of insulin and to lower glucose, total cholesterol, LDL and triglycerides in people with type 2 diabetes.



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Drinking water before meals good.........TOI

Have you tried out every trick in the book to lose weight – crash diets, gyms, or simply starving yourself?

Now, try a simple trick – drink a glass or two of water before meals, as that's the best way to curb appetite and shed those pounds – says a new research.

Scientists have reported that just two 8-ounce glasses of water taken before meals, can lead to weight loss.

"In this recent study, we found that over the course of 12 weeks, dieters who drank water before meals, three times per day, lost about 5 pounds more than dieters who did not increase their water intake," said Brenda Davy of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg.

The simple reason is that it fills up the stomach with a substance that has zero calories. People feel fuller as a result, and eat less calorie-containing food during the meal.

And it gets even better if you replace sweetened calorie-containing beverages with it.

Although there's no exact amount of water one should drink, experts advise that most healthy people can simply let thirst be their guide.

The general recommendations for women are about 9 cups of fluids — from all beverages including water — each day, and men at about 13 cups of fluids.

Read more: Drinking water before meals good - The Times of India http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/Drinking-water-before-meals-good/articleshow/6425577.cms#ixzz18o2QynOv
 
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Friday, December 17, 2010

Are u getting mad temporarily but regularly???? Understand anger ..first mail..


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Osho writes better but this time my thoughts . Now a days many corporates keep Course on Anger management. And have found it useful.

Anger can lead to : High BP
damage to property
damage to relationships ( leading to separation between partners/ brothers/spouse/ good staff leaving you etc )
In a fit of anger people have committed many crimes ( unwantingly and then repented) like throwing child out of train for seat / assaulting/ pushing and killing thru car on arguments about parking, jumping out of ..... hitting loved ones who either get severe injuries physical or mental etc etc.
) all out of anger),

This madness though temporary has to be controlled.
All those who get such bouts must see counselor instead of justifying there act of madness. No reason/ excuse  can make u mad unless u r one.It is bad behavior / loose act and is punishable in laws. Yet we do it. Why??
If we can not achieve anything with diplomacy/ persuasion / education then we can not achieve it thru fights.Unknowingly u may cause grievous injury to self or other person in fit of rage. The matter can go to police, court/ bosses/ samaj etc etc and may cost career, peace of mind, reputation etc etc . Instead of taking law in hand let us all ( who r in habit of getting uncontrollably angry ) think of reasons what makes us angry. Where lies the solution.And be reasonable to others.Our own demand/ expectation may be unreasonable and that wrong expectation may be giving us frustration and making us angry.If we ourselves are wrong ( full of wrong expectations) then we are craving for moon which will never be fulfilled. And Lo we r still angry on others for our unfulfilled demands.

Be reasonable. Be cool. Be understanding.have contentment and be happy.

Alok


 






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