What is permanent weight loss can be as easy as just taking a walk

By John Falkinder

Expert Author John Falkinder

Generations of dieters have learned the hard way to keep the kilos weight loss program after May be more difficult for the regime itself .

Losing weight is easy Compared to the resume.

Have you ever lost a few pounds and Observed creep back after losing ? The ancient Greeks Knew That exercise is as important as the food is , for the plans succeed .

Until modern times , the Difficulties of daily life are Sufficient to Maintain a healthy weight . Today , our lives are full of labor-saving devices That save us time , but removed the same movement and energy expenditure That has kept our ancestors fit and healthy . To avoid damage to inactivity Brings each of us must make the effort to Incorporate exercise every day for a regular working day .

There are many pitfalls must conquer the average diet to lose excess weight forever . One is the reduced rate of metabolism is an automatic response to the reduction in daily calorie intake That Occurs During a diet . The body " sees " a famine where there was eleven game and slows its "burn rate" of the calories consumed.

When This Happens , the weight loss programs reach a plateau Usually .

To reset your metabolic rate, include walking in your daily routine . To be Effective , a foot does not Have to last a long time . It can be as short as 20 minutes or as long as an hour . Once you start doing That , your body will burn stored fat .

The good thing is walking acerca That it requires no special equipment or clothing and can be done When You Have the chance.

In winter , a wheelchair or other walking machine carpet will help keep you moving , but in other months , you are free to explore the area near and far. If you choose to use a machine , sizable putting it in front of a television to watch a special program while walking if you do not get bored with exercise .

Walking Helps you not only lose weight , but Also Helps reduce the risk of other diseases : such as diabetes, heart disease , stroke and Un Certain Cancers . It is free to do , good for you and easy on the environment by making it a triple threat when it comes to weight loss .

Over time , Regular walkers feel stronger muscles , Improves circulation and elevated mood , naturally due to the release of the "happy " chemicals in the brain .

The effects of These neurotransmitters can not be overstated . Studies show people eat more That When They are very depressed . Once depression is high , people are more willing to Participate in a wide range of activities .

Even if you do not walk starts with a plan , be sure to be reasonable . Wear supportive shoes and not too early . Physical therapists suggest you start slowly That and warm up your muscles before you start to move faster. As the end of your walk , be sure to gently stretch the muscles to keep them supple after exercise .

Tell someone where you are going and Consider going out with a friend to explore the neighborhood or parks and activities in your area. Never leave home without filling up your water bottle and take the time to monitor your progress. Sometimes it is hard to see how much has-been Achieved and daily newspapers to keep you motivated .

Given That even a short walk is so beneficial , you can Develop a perfectly adapted to Their current health status and workload of the training program . Once you start, the benefits keep you motivated and will soon see the weight fall off and stay away .

What do you expect ? Step out the door and move!

Boomers and author John Falkinder is the founder of SteamTrainFitness and specializes in active aging . Learn more about anti -aging and the benefits of a few simple regular exercise - walking : such as : http://www.steamtrainfitness.com/weight-loss/whack-weight-nothing-else-walking/

Healthy Year of the Horse

By Monika Klein


Expert Author Monika Klein

I'm always surprised by the crazy things I hear or see people eating witness. Like tonight , my husband and I watched the TV show " Man vs. Food" . Have you ever seen this show ? This is not nothing. Sure, it might be fun for some, but I find it disturbing to see the food represented as a sporting event.

Whether it's the Super Bowl or Super -size - me - should not be something close to our meal, unless they are in good health and great taste . I hope you agree ?

So if you were "super" to avoid a healthy diet and it feels like you're still on vacation coaster ( ie , carbohydrate craving ) - do not worry this Chinese New Year - Year Horse - it's a good time to get the new year has started well .

Here are 5 tips to help you get back on track this year of the horse :

A . Clean your gut. To get the horse embodies qualities such as strength, grace and power you need to have a digestive system that works well. The best way I know how it is done by taking a good probiotic daily . This will help get your digestive microflora (bacteria ) in balance. Sugar and starchy food in excess generally cause an imbalance in our digestive tract finely tuned . Symptoms such as gas , bloating and indigestion are a good sign that something is wrong. To download a good probiotic will be the first place to start to clean these annoying symptoms.

Two . Become an authority. Year of the Horse is about leadership. I encourage you to become an authority you . Learn what you are - what makes you tick . It is also a year of meditation to go inside and ask yourself what you need - what you really need . This kind of understanding takes time - be patient with yourself. In addition , it is difficult to know in isolation - so no need to go to a mountain top . Make sure you participate in life - in your life. The balance of their time alone with their social time. Learn how to create the life you really feel comfortable with - both inside and outside .

Three . Go out and take a risk. No, I do not want the game - I mean I'm looking for something new . Expand your list of foods , expanding what they consider exercise or even take on a new project could be something new . It does not limit this year - as Captain Kirk says " boldly go where no man or woman has gone before . " It can be as simple as trying new ethnic foods , eliminating gluten, dairy or sugar a month - and then see how you feel. I bet you feel better , much better than before you started your "experience" . Try it . Do not think you are going on a diet or you'll never eat again bread. Rather commit 30 days - that's all - just 30 days . Can I report - The truth is that I want to know how it happened.

April. Avoid too . Year of the Horse is characterized by impulsivity so do not forget to think ahead before you jump in. When it comes to overeating - take a break , count to 30 or go for a walk before devour on her stomach can handle. OK, so occasionally overeating can be forgiven , but chronic overeating is a very slippery slope . Take your time, plan your meals and choose foods that give you the most for your money. Of course a big bowl of pasta or 4 slices of the bread basket can "feel" as it fills - but you and I know that this is all he does, because it's a load of food, nothing more. Choose quality protein , such as fish, chicken or eggs and vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus and aubergines and you are sure not to be simply filled but also meets the nutritional plan.

May I do not deny that something is wrong. Year of the horse also brings denial - to think that there is nothing wrong when deep inside you feel out of something . You do not think your weight or eating is really bad, so keep with cookies for breakfast , cheese and crackers snack at 14:00 and ending the day with popcorn night food.

Day after day, is put into the clothes " larger, but still flattering " until eventually must - just step on the scale. It takes courage to do it and will definitely help to get out of denial. Use your ladder and your jeans as guides for a reality check - they usually do not lie.

And remember always healthy is the new skinny .

(C) Monika Klein

Monika Klein , BS , CN . is an award-winning clinical nutritionist and weight loss expert . Monika is the " nutrition and lifestyle coach practical life and compassion. " His company offers health coaching life changing weight loss and wellness programs , courses and products in the world. For more information on services and programs visit Monika http://www.coachingforhealth.com .

Public baths and a loved one suffering from Alzheimer's disease

By Gini Cunningham

As a child, it seems that the second you walk in the car or in a restaurant , it's time to go when you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease. If it has become a little easier with more places that offer " Bains family " that are larger and allow one or both sexes in the room at the same time , the more they are more private , will not find this luxury wherever you go. It is essential to plan ahead and be prepared .

Try to choose places to visit with ensuite bathroom quiet , well lit. Wandering in a dark hallway and a bathroom with black bath loud music may make life in a whirlwind of anxiety. It will only take a visit to a bathroom to have to commit to not make the same mistake .

Avoid areas with only one or two messages. Often , the trip to the bathroom is an emergency and while many kind people will cut line , others do not understand why they can not wait . You know that the victim of Alzheimer's disease , many things do not make sense , especially standing in a long line , often fragrant.

When possible , select the handicap stall . Is greater if you have more space for navigation and often there is a gate to hang the bag and remove the key as wipes and clean clothes, if the trip takes place in the bathroom wet or soiled pants . This is one reason always carry a change of clothes and cleaned at the same time in your backpack. Backpacks are spacious for you to take on the needs and because the scarf on the shoulder or on both shoulders , your hands are free. People with Alzheimer's disease often have difficult situations and you need all the tools available to help you .

Easy, pants with elastic drop instead of zippers , zippers and straps simplify the next step. You and your beloved are outside, in a strange place and even if you've been here hundreds of times before , we can all look back to the person with dementia . Remember that you turn around to sit on the toilet, which led to a semi- confrontational position. Close face and you can feel aggressive and scary. Worse now must tug down pants though often the victim perceived invasion of privacy - and is . You pull down pants as she struggles in a war of mini- strip - y . Once you get down , trying to push them to the ground and away from your beloved . This prevents some pants continuous breaking up and pull up . There are more fights on the horizon if you want to solve and / or remove as much as you can.

When you 've won the game pushing pants , it's time to convince your loved one lost in the seat.

Remember strange place , strange events, strange noises, perhaps, and now with your beloved may be nervous and anxious to play , you have to push down on a disc, seat cold toilet unknown. Maybe you have a coating below, but often this position was the least of his concerns or who fell in the toilet or on the floor. At this point , people with Alzheimer's disease tend to abandon their knees and adds stiffness to the combat zone. Lawyers ask politely , try gently pushing , and never lose patience. Anger never works for the best results . With enough time and great courage and perseverance, you will succeed. Nine times out of ten , ask now what is happening and say. "I do not have to go " She may or may not , but as a child , whispering : "Please try. "Although I find humiliating adult diapers, I now understand why sometimes become essential clothing .

For men, it is sometimes easier because you can remove both pull and push the art, but sometimes get the penis and into the toilet or urinal is impossible and stains appear on pot pants and shoes. The hand dryer can solve the problem or you can count your change of clothes - pull -ons that fast . While only after my mother and sister in the shower delicate tango , it is difficult for me to imagine the intimate parts of the hand of my father that I ramp and point to the target. I could , if I had , but wow! What role !

" Number 2 " is added to the defeat of all, especially the nursing staff. Most of us readily identify you take care of those we love, but adults can get dirty pants arcades and horrors . Change of clothes, large container of wipes , and a wet wipe are all tools to help you survive. Drink a strike may also be necessary . Just kidding, but I know how it can be overwhelming to go to the bathroom.

If there is a family bathroom , a dilemma is: " What should I wear? . ? " When you and your loved one is of the opposite sex men women women men anyway , adds confusion to an already tumultuous task Remember those cards, printed . :

Patience, please. My beloved has Alzheimer's disease

Keep a supply on hand in your pocket and bag. The message does wonders , stopping voyeurs after reading fleeing their views , but more importantly , make the best of others that give you a wet paper towel , offer to buy underwear and / or clean pants , or just gave a smile of support and ask how you can help.

Surge end stressful when your loved one has finished, he wiped and pants are on the verge of being lifted when suddenly exploding toilets in a swirling maelstrom of water washing . The drops are safe for any point set by adding a heavy splash spinning . Who invented the automatic discharge in public toilets never had a loved one with Alzheimer's disease in a bath as well be . It also seems that the savagery of rotation is not easy to determine. If you stay there, projections disappear ? If she slips quickly , we will be safe for spraying ? The life of a caregiver is full of revelations you win the spirit of wisdom . You have to laugh , otherwise you will be in mourning. Besides laughter relieves stress relieves the pain of the process.

As the disease progresses and fire with your loved one become so difficult that feel impossible to accept the help of others to "sit" with your loved one while shopping , dining or just enjoy ' a haven of peace. This is the strength of his determination and better fill in.