Unavoidable fact, or thoroughly debunked fiction? We should all be drinking eight, eight-ounce glasses of water per day. It turns out that the old eight-by-eight rule originated from a misreading of a 1945 recommendation from the Food and Nutrition Board and over the next five decades just kind of became accepted wisdom.
But the 64-ounces-in-a-day directive has been abandoned and replaced with the Board’s 2004 recommendation that we figure out how much to drink each day by “letting our thirst be [our] guide.” It turns out that between the water we get from beverages (yup, even caffeinated ones), water-rich fruits and vegetables, and our bodies’ super sophisticated mechanism for regulating water balance, maintaining hydration is fairly simple for most healthy adults . Under certain circumstances (like when we get sick, work out extra hard, or exert ourselves in the heat) our bodies have a harder time keeping up with fluid loss and we can become dehydrated. But what exactly does that mean? for more info (http://www.blogster.com/healthandfitnessidea/the-same-food-every-day-so-bored-at-the-end-lose-weight)
The importance of water to our bodies can’t be overstated. After all, it makes up more than two thirds of our body weight and is responsible for a variety of functions, including digestion, blood flow, and body temperature regulation, as well as for overall cell health. Fortunately, the fact that we lose between roughly four to nine cups of water per day through breathing, sweating, peeing, and pooping isn’t a problem for most healthy adults because the systems that regulate hydration are so sensitive. According to CamelBak Hydration Advisor Doug Casa, PhD, evidence shows that the body will compensate for a loss of just one to two percent of the total amount of water in the body by triggering the sensation of thirst and the cue to drink . These cues stay on track and properly-timed because our brains, kidneys, various glands, and hormones work in concert to monitor the amount of water that we’re taking in versus how much we’re losing.
Monday 5 May 2014
Paleo Snacks Anyone Can Love
No grains? No problem. Paleo eaters may shun grains, processed vegetable oils, and refined sugars, but that doesn’t stop them from enjoying plenty of delicious dishes — and creating some downright ingenious recipe substitutions. Whether you’re a longtime primal eating fanatic or just curious about what it’s like to go back to dietary basics, we’ve got 51 delicious Paleo-approved snacks for whenever hunger strikes.
1. Cauliflower Popcorn
Corn is a Paleo no-no, so replace the movie favorite with a more nutritious cauliflower version that has a similar buttery taste and satisfying crunch.
2. Bacon and Guacamole Sandwiches
We’re kicking ourselves for not thinking of this one sooner. Michelle Tam, founder of Nom Nom Paleo, has some sage advice here: Slap a tablespoon (or two) of guacamole between strips of crispy bacon for a mini-sandwich combo every Paleo enthusiast can love.
3. Deconstructed Guacamole
For a filling, colorful salad, combine cubed avocado and diced tomato with lemon juice and your favorite seasonings. Best if the avocados aren’t too ripe so they’ll keep some shape.
4. Paleo Hummus and Veggie Slices
Going Paleo means saying goodbye to traditional hummus. This recipe swaps cauliflower for chickpeas for a substitute that will fool all but the most astute hummus connoisseurs. Serve with slices of your favorite dip-able vegetables. for more info ....(http://healthandfitnessedu.blogs.se/2014/05/05/you-have-tried-all-the-diets-and-weight-loss-success-keep-a-food-diary-18376215/)
5. Baba Ghanoush and Sesame Crackers
Eggplants are Paleo-friendly for most, but store-bought baba ghanoush can still contain loads of hidden mayo — and that can mean a lot of unwanted vegetable oils. Go for a simple, mayo-free recipe with lots of garlic for a fresher take that won’t weigh you down. Try pairing this dip with some Paleo-friendly homemade sesame crackers.
1. Cauliflower Popcorn
Corn is a Paleo no-no, so replace the movie favorite with a more nutritious cauliflower version that has a similar buttery taste and satisfying crunch.
2. Bacon and Guacamole Sandwiches
We’re kicking ourselves for not thinking of this one sooner. Michelle Tam, founder of Nom Nom Paleo, has some sage advice here: Slap a tablespoon (or two) of guacamole between strips of crispy bacon for a mini-sandwich combo every Paleo enthusiast can love.
3. Deconstructed Guacamole
For a filling, colorful salad, combine cubed avocado and diced tomato with lemon juice and your favorite seasonings. Best if the avocados aren’t too ripe so they’ll keep some shape.
4. Paleo Hummus and Veggie Slices
Going Paleo means saying goodbye to traditional hummus. This recipe swaps cauliflower for chickpeas for a substitute that will fool all but the most astute hummus connoisseurs. Serve with slices of your favorite dip-able vegetables. for more info ....(http://healthandfitnessedu.blogs.se/2014/05/05/you-have-tried-all-the-diets-and-weight-loss-success-keep-a-food-diary-18376215/)
5. Baba Ghanoush and Sesame Crackers
Eggplants are Paleo-friendly for most, but store-bought baba ghanoush can still contain loads of hidden mayo — and that can mean a lot of unwanted vegetable oils. Go for a simple, mayo-free recipe with lots of garlic for a fresher take that won’t weigh you down. Try pairing this dip with some Paleo-friendly homemade sesame crackers.
Paleo Snacks Anyone Can Love
No grains? No problem. Paleo eaters may shun grains, processed vegetable oils, and refined sugars, but that doesn’t stop them from enjoying plenty of delicious dishes — and creating some downright ingenious recipe substitutions. Whether you’re a longtime primal eating fanatic or just curious about what it’s like to go back to dietary basics, we’ve got 51 delicious Paleo-approved snacks for whenever hunger strikes.
1. Cauliflower Popcorn
Corn is a Paleo no-no, so replace the movie favorite with a more nutritious cauliflower version that has a similar buttery taste and satisfying crunch.
2. Bacon and Guacamole Sandwiches
We’re kicking ourselves for not thinking of this one sooner. Michelle Tam, founder of Nom Nom Paleo, has some sage advice here: Slap a tablespoon (or two) of guacamole between strips of crispy bacon for a mini-sandwich combo every Paleo enthusiast can love.
3. Deconstructed Guacamole
For a filling, colorful salad, combine cubed avocado and diced tomato with lemon juice and your favorite seasonings. Best if the avocados aren’t too ripe so they’ll keep some shape.
4. Paleo Hummus and Veggie Slices
Going Paleo means saying goodbye to traditional hummus. This recipe swaps cauliflower for chickpeas for a substitute that will fool all but the most astute hummus connoisseurs. Serve with slices of your favorite dip-able vegetables. for more information(http://www.blogster.com/healthandfitnessidea/you-have-tried-all-the-diets-and-weight-loss-success-keep-a-food-diary)
5. Baba Ghanoush and Sesame Crackers
Eggplants are Paleo-friendly for most, but store-bought baba ghanoush can still contain loads of hidden mayo — and that can mean a lot of unwanted vegetable oils. Go for a simple, mayo-free recipe with lots of garlic for a fresher take that won’t weigh you down. Try pairing this dip with some Paleo-friendly homemade sesame crackers.
1. Cauliflower Popcorn
Corn is a Paleo no-no, so replace the movie favorite with a more nutritious cauliflower version that has a similar buttery taste and satisfying crunch.
2. Bacon and Guacamole Sandwiches
We’re kicking ourselves for not thinking of this one sooner. Michelle Tam, founder of Nom Nom Paleo, has some sage advice here: Slap a tablespoon (or two) of guacamole between strips of crispy bacon for a mini-sandwich combo every Paleo enthusiast can love.
3. Deconstructed Guacamole
For a filling, colorful salad, combine cubed avocado and diced tomato with lemon juice and your favorite seasonings. Best if the avocados aren’t too ripe so they’ll keep some shape.
4. Paleo Hummus and Veggie Slices
Going Paleo means saying goodbye to traditional hummus. This recipe swaps cauliflower for chickpeas for a substitute that will fool all but the most astute hummus connoisseurs. Serve with slices of your favorite dip-able vegetables. for more information(http://www.blogster.com/healthandfitnessidea/you-have-tried-all-the-diets-and-weight-loss-success-keep-a-food-diary)
5. Baba Ghanoush and Sesame Crackers
Eggplants are Paleo-friendly for most, but store-bought baba ghanoush can still contain loads of hidden mayo — and that can mean a lot of unwanted vegetable oils. Go for a simple, mayo-free recipe with lots of garlic for a fresher take that won’t weigh you down. Try pairing this dip with some Paleo-friendly homemade sesame crackers.
Sunday 4 May 2014
Margarita Recipes for a Healthier Cinco de Mayo
One tequila, two tequila, three tequila… floor. None of these recipes are skimping on the alcohol (well, except for the alcohol-free section at the bottom of the page) or the flavor. What they do skimp on is calories. The typical margarita can run you as many as 500 calories—but not any of these beauties. From avocado and blood orange, to prickly pear and Ugli fruit varieties, we’ve got your healthier drink recipes covered (and some of them even offer some pretty stellar health benefits, thanks to superfood ingredients!).
The Recipes
1. Avocado Margarita
Avocado… in a margarita? Yep, you read right! This green cocktail blends up avocado, tequila, cilantro, lime, and agave for a festive, smooth cocktail. Finish off the glass with a spicy salted rim and a wedge of lime for the perfect garnish.
2. Prickly Pear Frozen Margarita
Prickly pear, the fruit from the nopales cactus (that’s the one with long, rounded, flat-paddle-like “leaves”), are bright pinkish-purple fruits with a flavor similar to watermelon, but a bit sweeter (think bubble gum). Here, the fruit’s vibrant, fiber-rich flesh gets blended up with water and combined with lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and a little agave nectar. Salt and serve!
3. The “Elevated” Margarita
They call this one “elevated,” and we know why. This super simple mix of tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup make for a not-to-sweet drink without any of that added sugar or overpowering sour mix flavor.
4. Persimmon Margarita
Fuyu persimmons take center stage in this sweet cocktail. The orange fruits are packed with fiber, vitamin A, and manganese, so no feeling guilty about downing one (or two)! The cinnamon sugar rim makes this drink extra special. for more information(http://www.ez9articles.net/article/venus-factor-review-feeling-good-and-happy-with-life)
5. Skinny Marg’
Fancy pink Himalayan salt and ginger-flavored seltzer water give this lower-calorie cocktail extra special flavor and texture. On top of tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, the combo is perfectly refreshing.
The Recipes
1. Avocado Margarita
Avocado… in a margarita? Yep, you read right! This green cocktail blends up avocado, tequila, cilantro, lime, and agave for a festive, smooth cocktail. Finish off the glass with a spicy salted rim and a wedge of lime for the perfect garnish.
2. Prickly Pear Frozen Margarita
Prickly pear, the fruit from the nopales cactus (that’s the one with long, rounded, flat-paddle-like “leaves”), are bright pinkish-purple fruits with a flavor similar to watermelon, but a bit sweeter (think bubble gum). Here, the fruit’s vibrant, fiber-rich flesh gets blended up with water and combined with lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and a little agave nectar. Salt and serve!
3. The “Elevated” Margarita
They call this one “elevated,” and we know why. This super simple mix of tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup make for a not-to-sweet drink without any of that added sugar or overpowering sour mix flavor.
4. Persimmon Margarita
Fuyu persimmons take center stage in this sweet cocktail. The orange fruits are packed with fiber, vitamin A, and manganese, so no feeling guilty about downing one (or two)! The cinnamon sugar rim makes this drink extra special. for more information(http://www.ez9articles.net/article/venus-factor-review-feeling-good-and-happy-with-life)
5. Skinny Marg’
Fancy pink Himalayan salt and ginger-flavored seltzer water give this lower-calorie cocktail extra special flavor and texture. On top of tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, the combo is perfectly refreshing.
How to Navigate a Mexican Menu
Perhaps you’ve indulged in some loaded nachos smothered in cheese and a few (OK more than a few) margaritas to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. But all that cheesy Chimichanga deliciousness isn’t usually the most nutritious way to fuel up. So before you say ole, take a look at our tips and tricks for making your Mexican fiesta (at home or at a restaurant) just a little bit healthier.
The Breakdown
While creamy, cheesy dishes like enchiladas and fried items (chalupas and chiles rellenos) pretty much have no hope of being a truly healthy meal, there are other items that can easily be altered to keep them from obliterating your diet. (We’re not saying don’t ever go for the enchiladas or fried goodies, just do so more sparingly!) Here are some of those things that are easier to alter to make a bit healthier.
Chips and Dip
Instead of choosing marinated meats cooked in a skillet full of fat, ask for your protein grilled, roasted, or baked, and see if they can eliminate the extra oil. It’s easy to look for a few key words to find their healthier items: Grilled meats are typically listed as “asada” (carne asada means grilled beef, and pollo asada refers to chicken). Dishes like tacos al carbon (which translates to cooked over charcoal) and fajitas tend to use thin slices of steak rather than ground meat, making them good choices too. for more info(http://www.hotarticles.us/article/john-barban-psychiatrist-and-therapist)
Fish
Mexican restaurants generally offer some great fish and shrimp options. Curious about where your seafood is coming from and what's safest to eat? Consult our how to choose the safest seafood infographic). Beyond fish tacos, try spicy grilled shrimp (called camarones) or fish bakes—often light, white fishes, such as tilapia, served with tons of veggies and flavored with fruit salsas. Broiled salmon is also available at many Mexican restaurants for a healthy dose of omega-3s (one of which research suggests may help protect against UV-induced skin damage)
The Breakdown
While creamy, cheesy dishes like enchiladas and fried items (chalupas and chiles rellenos) pretty much have no hope of being a truly healthy meal, there are other items that can easily be altered to keep them from obliterating your diet. (We’re not saying don’t ever go for the enchiladas or fried goodies, just do so more sparingly!) Here are some of those things that are easier to alter to make a bit healthier.
Chips and Dip
Instead of choosing marinated meats cooked in a skillet full of fat, ask for your protein grilled, roasted, or baked, and see if they can eliminate the extra oil. It’s easy to look for a few key words to find their healthier items: Grilled meats are typically listed as “asada” (carne asada means grilled beef, and pollo asada refers to chicken). Dishes like tacos al carbon (which translates to cooked over charcoal) and fajitas tend to use thin slices of steak rather than ground meat, making them good choices too. for more info(http://www.hotarticles.us/article/john-barban-psychiatrist-and-therapist)
Fish
Mexican restaurants generally offer some great fish and shrimp options. Curious about where your seafood is coming from and what's safest to eat? Consult our how to choose the safest seafood infographic). Beyond fish tacos, try spicy grilled shrimp (called camarones) or fish bakes—often light, white fishes, such as tilapia, served with tons of veggies and flavored with fruit salsas. Broiled salmon is also available at many Mexican restaurants for a healthy dose of omega-3s (one of which research suggests may help protect against UV-induced skin damage)
Guilt-Free Nutella Recipes to Indulge In
We know, we know. Nutella is NOT a health food. But that doesn’t mean we can't indulge every once in a while. Since it’s World Nutella Day, we thought it only fair to share with you some of our favorite ways to enjoy the chocolatey, hazelnutty spread without totally giving up on your healthy eating ways.
Homemade Nutella-like Spreads:
1. Sugar-Free DIY Nutella Try your hand at throwing together this Nutella alternative to enjoy that hazelnut-chocolate combo without any guilt. Note: If you’re not crazy about artificial sweeteners, you can always use natural alternatives instead!
2. Protein-tella Pump up protein content by combining whey protein powder cocoa powder and hazelnut flavoring for this tasty spread.
3. Almost Healthy Nutella Spread The name says it all. Don't like Nutella? Try making your own. We’re huge fans of any recipes making less-than-healthy classics a bit more guilt-free! for more info visit and share to others (http://www.mindz.com/profiles/xazelcatty/blog/57721/Venus_Factor-Your_own_healthy_cookbooks)
4. Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free Nutella A hint of almond milk makes this spread super-creamy (and almost identical to the original!)
Homemade Nutella-like Spreads:
1. Sugar-Free DIY Nutella Try your hand at throwing together this Nutella alternative to enjoy that hazelnut-chocolate combo without any guilt. Note: If you’re not crazy about artificial sweeteners, you can always use natural alternatives instead!
2. Protein-tella Pump up protein content by combining whey protein powder cocoa powder and hazelnut flavoring for this tasty spread.
3. Almost Healthy Nutella Spread The name says it all. Don't like Nutella? Try making your own. We’re huge fans of any recipes making less-than-healthy classics a bit more guilt-free! for more info visit and share to others (http://www.mindz.com/profiles/xazelcatty/blog/57721/Venus_Factor-Your_own_healthy_cookbooks)
4. Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free Nutella A hint of almond milk makes this spread super-creamy (and almost identical to the original!)
Friday 2 May 2014
The Unexpected Benefit of Being the Worst Yogi in the Room
The first time I stepped foot in a hot yoga studio, it was packed. I took the only spot available, a sliver of space by the front mirror. I could barely breathe and I sweat through pores I didn’t even know I had, but when I looked up into that mirror, I saw a room full of peaceful people doing incredible things with their bodies. I was hooked.
I'm an all-or-nothing sort of person and I can’t stand to be bad at things, which is to say that I set goals with the intention of achieving them and I don’t set goals I can’t achieve. So when I started going to yoga regularly, I went with the intention of becoming the person with the prettiest standing bow pose in the room.
The problem was, as I realized very early on, I was terrible at yoga. I quickly became frustrated at my body. It wouldn’t bend the way I wanted it to. No matter how hard my brain tried to force it, I couldn’t hold the poses. And my standing bow was downright ugly.
This was a roadblock that I simply couldn’t accept. I was not going to spend the foreseeable future struggling with the very basic version of each pose while everyone else was two or three layers ahead of me. I had set a goal and I was going to achieve it.
I signed up for the longest, hottest class—90 minutes in 110F heat. I was simply going to try harder, challenge myself more, and push myself to be better. Yoga baptism by fire.
“ Trying harder only exacerbated how unprepared my body truly was. ”
Within 20 minutes of that class, I’d realized my mistake. Trying harder only exacerbated how unprepared my body truly was. When the instructor lead the class in sitting deeper, I tried to sit the deepest, and I fell over. When the teacher told us we could do an optional push-up, I forced my arms to dip, and instead of lifting back up, they gave out. for more info visit and share (http://veechi.org/Healthy/visual-impact-muscle-building-review-rusty-moore-a-scam/#discuss)
As I lay there, panting and aching, I made up my mind to cancel my membership. Clearly I was never going to be good at yoga—so I’d just have to quit. Having made a plan, I instantly felt better. All I had to do was get through the rest of the class.
I'm an all-or-nothing sort of person and I can’t stand to be bad at things, which is to say that I set goals with the intention of achieving them and I don’t set goals I can’t achieve. So when I started going to yoga regularly, I went with the intention of becoming the person with the prettiest standing bow pose in the room.
The problem was, as I realized very early on, I was terrible at yoga. I quickly became frustrated at my body. It wouldn’t bend the way I wanted it to. No matter how hard my brain tried to force it, I couldn’t hold the poses. And my standing bow was downright ugly.
This was a roadblock that I simply couldn’t accept. I was not going to spend the foreseeable future struggling with the very basic version of each pose while everyone else was two or three layers ahead of me. I had set a goal and I was going to achieve it.
I signed up for the longest, hottest class—90 minutes in 110F heat. I was simply going to try harder, challenge myself more, and push myself to be better. Yoga baptism by fire.
“ Trying harder only exacerbated how unprepared my body truly was. ”
Within 20 minutes of that class, I’d realized my mistake. Trying harder only exacerbated how unprepared my body truly was. When the instructor lead the class in sitting deeper, I tried to sit the deepest, and I fell over. When the teacher told us we could do an optional push-up, I forced my arms to dip, and instead of lifting back up, they gave out. for more info visit and share (http://veechi.org/Healthy/visual-impact-muscle-building-review-rusty-moore-a-scam/#discuss)
As I lay there, panting and aching, I made up my mind to cancel my membership. Clearly I was never going to be good at yoga—so I’d just have to quit. Having made a plan, I instantly felt better. All I had to do was get through the rest of the class.
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