Not finding the time for fitness due to household chores and grocery shopping? To ward away hazardous ailments and keep yourself toned, it is important to adhere to a set fitness regime. Many Indian women, particularly after reaching a certain age, feel that good looks do not matter much. However, the discussion here is not about good looks but of health.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Pregnancy Fitness: Exercise In The First Trimester.
In this article we will look at exercising in the first trimester; adjusting to the news of the pregnancy and the rapid body changes which are the biggest hurdles to overcome in early pregnancy exercise. In January 2002 the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) published new recommendations and guidelines for exercise during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Regular exercise is promoted for its overall health benefits.
6 Hobbies to Keep Your Heart Happy
Lifestyle diseases are affecting a lot, and heart disease being one of the major one. Well, it is not surprising considering the bad lifestyle habits of the youth (and the elderly alike) coupled with stress from juggling work with family and a social life. De-stressing yourself is one of the first steps to prevent heart disease. On World Heart Day, take a look at some hobbies that will keep you stress-free and your heart happy.
Ban those dark circles!
Here are some tips to ban those horrid dark circles under your eyes...
- Remember that when you dehydrate your body, it shows on your skin. Drink at least eight to 10 glasses of water everyday.
- They don't call it beauty sleep for nothing. Make sure that you get adequate sleep for a minimum seven to eight hours of sleep daily.
- Follow a diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables - junk and processed foods have artificial colours that are not exactly great for your skin. Fresh fruit juices also cleanse your body and reduce dark circles.
- Excessive smoking and drinking also cause dark circles, cut down on these habits.
- If you're under a lot of stress, it'll show on your face. Opt for breathing exercises or meditation.
- Herbal tea bags are great for your eyes as well as remove dark circles.
- A great home remedy to get rid of dark circles is to apply a paste of turmeric(Haldi) and pineapple juice under your eyes.
- Massaging almond oil under your eyes is among the best ways to remove dark circles. Do it daily for about 15 to 20 minutes and you'll get to see quick results.
- Another effective remedy is to make a paste of equal amounts of lemon juice and tomato juice and apply it under your eyes for a few minutes.
- Have some rose water at home? Dab it with cotton to your eyes and bid adieu to dark circles.
- Pudina juice is another effective remedy because it cools your eyes as well as gets rid of dark circles.
- Remember that when you dehydrate your body, it shows on your skin. Drink at least eight to 10 glasses of water everyday.
- They don't call it beauty sleep for nothing. Make sure that you get adequate sleep for a minimum seven to eight hours of sleep daily.
- Follow a diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables - junk and processed foods have artificial colours that are not exactly great for your skin. Fresh fruit juices also cleanse your body and reduce dark circles.
- Excessive smoking and drinking also cause dark circles, cut down on these habits.
- If you're under a lot of stress, it'll show on your face. Opt for breathing exercises or meditation.
- Herbal tea bags are great for your eyes as well as remove dark circles.
- A great home remedy to get rid of dark circles is to apply a paste of turmeric(Haldi) and pineapple juice under your eyes.
- Massaging almond oil under your eyes is among the best ways to remove dark circles. Do it daily for about 15 to 20 minutes and you'll get to see quick results.
- Another effective remedy is to make a paste of equal amounts of lemon juice and tomato juice and apply it under your eyes for a few minutes.
- Have some rose water at home? Dab it with cotton to your eyes and bid adieu to dark circles.
- Pudina juice is another effective remedy because it cools your eyes as well as gets rid of dark circles.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
High Blood Pressure: Exercise And Tips
Commonly referred to as a “silent killer”, high blood pressure or hypertension is a leading cause of death globally. This is largely due to unawareness regarding early detection and cure. However, a single high reading does not necessarily imply that you have hypertension. Moreover, even if you were informed recently that you have the condition; there is absolutely no reason to panic. All you need are some basic lifestyle tips and a well-planned exercise routine and you will be as fit as a fiddle.
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