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Carbohydrate foods addictive

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American scientists claim that eating foods with a high glycemic index increases the activity areas of the brain responsible for feelings of pleasure, the formation of traction and addiction. American scientists claim that eating foods with a high glycemic index leads to the fact that increases the activity areas of the brain responsible for feelings of pleasure, addiction and the formation of thrust. Stimulation of similar brain areas noted in the formation of various types of addictions such as drug, tobacco, alcohol or another. Mechanism of the effect of foods rich in carbohydrates (white bread, pasta, potatoes) is that carbohydrates are the fastest split body that causes a sharp increase in blood glucose, and then a sharp drop in its level. This occurs within four hours after a meal - a time determining eating behavior during the next meal. Lack of sharp glucose activates the appropriate parts of the brain depending on the formation, which was confirmed by testing the activ

Fat men die of prostate cancer

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Adipose tissue surrounding the prostate gland of men with obesity, creates favorable conditions for the progression of prostate cancer. What is the prostate gland The prostate gland - is musculo-glandular organ located below the bladder and surrounding the initial portion of the urethra. The main function of the prostate is to produce secretions, which is part of semen. Ducts of the prostate glands open into the urethra. Prostate cancer In the early stages of prostate cancer does not manifest itself. Complaints are associated with tumor spread and metastasis. At the stage the only manifestation of the lack of symptoms, allowing the disease to suspect, is to increase blood levels of prostate specific antigen (PSA). As prevention of prostate cancer for all men should conduct an annual PSA test beginning at age 45. By increasing the size of the tumor shows the following symptoms: Frequent urination Difficulty urinating Urinary incontinence urge to urinate. The essence of

Impotent at 24 years old?

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Please read the following article to see if any of the items listed apply to you. If they do - then a lifestyle change for you is imminent. It shows how smoking, alcohol, drugs, prescription medicines, etc can affect a guy's penis and reproductive system. Stress, anxiety, depression, diet, lack of exercise all play an important role in your sexual health also. Definite DON'Ts Smoking -  Nicotine reduces arterial pressure and as a result, prevents blood circulation to the penis. In addition, toxic substances from smoking are detrimental for sperm maturation. Alcohol -  Alcohol kills reproductive cells and decreases sperm viability. It also disrupts the link between the brain and the penis. Excessive use of alcohol inhibits the creation of the male sex hormone, androgen. Marijuana -  Sharply reduces the level of male sexual hormones, disrupts chromosomes and promotes undesired genetic changes. Overweight -  Being overweight can disrupt your hormone balance and, as a r

Apples protect women from cancer

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Scientists from New York came to the conclusion that only one apple a day may reduce the risk of cancer of the breast. However, for this it is necessary to include in your diet and also some other products, write the foreign media. If on apple eat in combination with other fruits and vegetables, it will significantly reduce the risk of cancer in women. It does not really matter what kind of products will be included in the diet further. The study showed that apples contain large amounts of phenolic resin and flavonoids, which are very effective in the prevention of cancer. An experiment was conducted on laboratory mice, the risk of cancer which was 81%. Within 24 weeks of scientists gave rodents 1, 2 or 3 portions apples. When the experiment was over, it was found that the risk of developing cancer in mice who ate one serving of apples a day, up 57% from consuming 2 servings - 50%, while those eating 3 servings - 23%.

The human nose can smell fatty foods

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American researchers have found that each person has a nose specific detector fat. With it, we can determine the level of this substance in different products. Scientists at the California Science Center have found another way to avoid overeating, which can be used along with counting calories and a careful selection of products. It turns out that the person in the nose has its own excellent for detection of fat smell given to us by nature. Researchers believe that people can easily incorporate this detector for the regulation of its power. Scientists believed that the smell of food is almost always determined by the man before he eats anything. It turned out that one of the first components of this odor is received by us olfactory information about whether the food contains fat. And if using innovative technologies, food producers will smell of fat in food more perceptible for the health of society, it will lead to a significant roll in the general trend of development of a worl

Balloon in the stomach help to lose weight

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In the UK allowed to treat obesity using the gastric balloon Obalon, inflating like balloons, reports Medical Daily. Instead of operations required for the installation of standard cylinders, the patient is offered to swallow the capsule size of a large pill. To one end of the capsule is connected medical thin tube (catheter) through which the balloon is inflated like a balloon. Thereafter, the catheter is removed, the capsule is not required to extract - it dissolves in 10 minutes after exposure to the stomach. Balloon to the size of a large sprawling apple support feeling of fullness and thus helps the patient to eat less. A month after the installation of the first balloon, you can enter the second, and a month later - the third. After three months, all the "balloons" are removed from the patient's stomach. During this time Obalon helps to lose an average of 7.7 pounds. The cost of two capsules of nearly five thousand dollars. Installing the gastric balloon

Only 56 grams of nuts will make you healthy

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The presence of walnuts in the diet improves the vessels full of people. Doctors from the Research Center at Yale University have found evidence of the protective properties of walnuts. These nuts prevent the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease in people at high risk. The study included 46 volunteers aged 30 to 75 years. All participants had a body mass index greater than 25 and a waist circumference of more than 100 cm for men and 88 inches for women. All of them have one or more (other than smoking) additional risk factor of metabolic syndrome - a precursor of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The volunteers were randomly divided into two groups, in which they were observed for 8 weeks. In the first group observed in the daily diet was added 56 grams of walnuts, and a second group lifestyle and nutrition patients have not changed. The study's author, director of prevention David Katz says: "We know that dietary change hard given to patients, but to a

Doctors say what people can not lose weight

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Proper nutrition may not produce the desired result, and this has nothing to do about it. This statement was made by scientists from Argentina and the United States, which conducted joint studies on laboratory. Experts from the University of Michigan and the National Council of Science and Technology found that the longer not take care of yourself, the less effect will diet and exercise. Over time, the excess weight is regarded as the norm by the body, so it becomes more difficult to get rid of. Obesity affects almost all the vital organs and systems. Fat people are 3-4 times more likely to develop diabetes, the risk of liver damage and cardiovascular systems they increased by 2 times, breathing problems, more likely to develop dementia, etc. "If raspolnev, rodents soon not lose weight, they have changed the internal rate rules after which the animal becomes much harder to find the old forms. We assume that people are experiencing the same difficulties. They starved yourse

Being overweight is not healthy

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Overweight in itself threatens the health, even if the parameters of pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar normal. "Healthy" weight loss does not happen. This conclusion was made by the staff at Mount Sinai Hospital. Overweight in itself threatens the health, even if the parameters of pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar normal. The study involved more than 60 thousand people. The state of their health was monitored over 10 years. It was found that overweight, even in the absence of metabolic disorders in the beginning, often hides the health risks that occur with time. In particular, the possibility of death from cardiovascular disease. Earlier, British scientists have estimated that overweight people, in total, weighs 15 million tons.

7 fat burning foods, on which is not exactly get better

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Nutritionists have compiled a list of fat burning foods that are not only not get better, and vice versa - to get thin. 1. Grapefruit - with regular use (150g per day) is able to reduce the weight of an average person to 2kg in 2 weeks. 2. Green Tea - Asian nutritionists recommend drinking 4 cups a day of green tea, it will give the greatest effect to burn fat 3. Spicy foods - mainly spices: black pepper, pepperoni peppers, mustard and horseradish. Such as chili, which contains the substance capsaicin "melts" the extra calories for 20 minutes after a meal. 4. Low-fat dairy products - increase production of the hormone calcitriol , which causes cells to burn more fat; 5. Cinnamon - one teaspoon per day reduces the level of sugar in the blood and prevents the transformation of excess carbohydrates into fat; 6. Water - insufficient use of its negative effect on getting rid of the extra pounds; 7. Protein foods - for protein digestion spent more calories to

Top 3 Most Effective Weight Loss Programs to Lose Weight Faster

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Are you one of the many individuals out there who find it hard to lose weight? If you are, then you should check out these top 3 weight loss programs that are claimed to be very effective. Losing weight fast is not always possible especially if you live a sedentary and unhealthy lifestyle. By choosing the right program, you can start shedding off those unwanted pounds. South Beach First on the list is the South Beach Diet. Weight loss programs come at a price, and this is true with South Beach. Aside from the diet book, you will also spend around $5 every week. There is a 7-day free trial that you can avail, but if you are determined to lose weight, you will have to invest some money. Arthur Agatston is the man behind this program, and is basically about the good fats and carbs. In this program, you can lose eight to thirteen pounds during the first two weeks, and this is known as the kick-start phase. The weeks following that will allow you to lose one to two pounds. eDiets

AllAboutW8 Offers Weight Loss Meal Replacement Plan

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All About W8 (AAW8), a weight loss program based in United Kingdom, is offering various options of meal replacement diet plans, depending on the needs of their customers and how they want to lose weight. The company offers substitute foods that can help reduce weight, without sacrificing the health. Each Low Calorie Diet plan (LCD) has a guide and was developed by a group of dietitians and nutritionists. To achieve the desired weight loss, All About Weight plans food rich in proteib, reduced carbohydrate, and low GI, which all of them helping customers to lose their weight quickly but safely. Positive results can be seen after a weeks of taking their Mealplans, which provide 100% of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamins and minerals. The four All About Weight plans are Regular, Rapid, 50/50, and the D2 plan. All of them serve as guides that suggest the kind of food to be eaten, their respective servings, as well as the food that what should not be eaten. Customers ca

What Could be in Your Diet Right Now that Could be Increasing Your Risk of Cancer

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Diet and other lifestyle factors can have a significant impact on your risk of developing cancer. By getting enough exercise and eating a healthy diet full of fresh fruits, veggies and other whole, natural foods, you can lower your risk of developing all types of cancers. Sometimes, simply knowing which foods to avoid can also help you to lower your risk, as certain ingredients have been shown to have a strong link to the development of cancer. Here are several ingredients that could be in your diet right now that could be increasing your risk of cancer: Aspartame Aspartame is one of the most commonly used artificial sweeteners, and much research has suggested that it can increase your risk of cancer. Research on the issue has been debated, as some feel that the evidence is not conclusive or that it only shows a correlation when very high amounts are used. However, it may be better to be safe than sorry and to avoid this artificial sweetener, which is found in everything from die

Why American Diet can be the best way to earn Healthy Skin?

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In the USA there is super abundance of food. Due to this Americans eat more per capita than any other population in the world. The typical American food consists of fried high aft and carbohydrate rich food such as steaks, burgers, rolls, flambé and chateaubriand. This tendency to over indulge in fats and protein has left most Americans struggling with obesity, which not only makes you look bloated and unfit but also causes major health hazards such as blood pressure, angina pectoris, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers, indigestion, constipation, flatulence and other digestive disorders. To combat this trend more and more Americans are option for a new American diet that is high in fruits and vegetables and low on greasy, oily and fried food. There are some easy improvements that can make in the diet to combat the health hazards formed by over eating and obesity and to get a healthy glowing skin. Apart from using the best skin care products these are the things that Ameri

Successful Story About Losing Weight with HCG Diet

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I Just wanted to take a second and tell you how grateful I am for how you have helped me. A couple of my family members were successful on the HCG diet and I was a little skeptical at first. I totally thought they were going to gain it back like any other fad diet. Thankfully, I was wrong. I hoped on and found your information on the HCG diet Canada wide. I was reluctant to start and felt I would not be able to succeed. I decided to put my fears on hold and take the opportunity to finish my research and see what the HCG Diet Canada wide could do for me. This was the best decision I have ever made in my life. Not only do I have more energy and feel so much better about myself I have been able to be more involved with my children. HCG Canada group offered me so much support and encouragement it was impossible for me not to succeed. Whether it was a question about meals or just a boost of support I could always turn to them for support. The greatest thing about it all was that I was

What Everyone Ought to Know About Vegetarian Diet for Weight Loss

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Becoming a vegetarian will have many impacts upon your life, for the most part it will improve your life and your body. I know you are most probably thinking, well, why change now? Let's take a look... A major reason is due to the meat itself, some make the switch to save the animals but the main reason I have found is because of the adverse effects the meat has on their bodies due to the high fat content. Changing to a vegetarian diet will reduce your weight rapidly and safely. Answer me this: Are you overweight? Do you feel full of energy? Do you feel tired and sluggish? How is your health as a whole? Is your blood pressure healthy? Does your doctor say your cholesterol is very high? If your blood and cholesterol levels are high I would consider trying out this diet, even if it is just for a short period of time. For example if your blood pressure is high as well as cholesterol, you should switch. Get the most out of food and give your body what it needs, feel energi

Best Tips of Yoga for Fitness, Weight Loss and Well Being

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Yoga is one of the best activities that can boost your immune system and make you feel better. This is a traditional exercise that has been introduced decades ago is still being used today. Many people are using yoga to maintain their physical health, emotional stability and spiritual strength. This s integrated in modern activities because of its very significant effect to the body. Fitness, weight loss and maintaining a complete well being is something that every person wants to achieve. Being healthy is something that can only be completed when there is balance in your mind, body and soul. Fortunately, yoga is created in order to make the three aspects of your life well maintained. In order for you to understand how yoga helps in maintaining fitness and a complete well being, here are some of the most important poses in yoga and the health tips that you will get from each: Sun salutation pose (concentrate and heal thyself) This is a pose that consists of twelve more pose

Five Simple Tips To Create Room For Exercise

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No matter whether it was a new year's resolution or you have been fitness addicts for ages, it is getting extremely tough to fit workouts in your busy schedules. Almost everyone is living with a tight schedule nowadays coupled with a slight lack of motivation for exercise. This results in skipping the gyms and workout plans and before you even know it, a month has passed by when you last stretched your body. How to Find Time for Exercise: You only need 30 minutes for couple of days every week and that will be enough for an average person. If however, you cannot do exercise for this small amount of time, there are some micro exercises that you can do easily. Nonetheless, you have to make a schedule and stick to it to maximize the benefits. Following lines explain some sneaky methods to find some time for workout sessions. Make Use of Lunch Hours: Instead of stuffing a sandwich or chatting with friends in company cafeteria, lunch time can be utilized to stretch the body and

Personal Trainers: Going the extra mile for your weight loss fight

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So you have decided to fight back against weight gain, the one thing that has deprived you of a slender physique and drool of the opposite sex for all these years. You are ready for the commitment and determination that the rocky road to weight loss requires. The most important thing to remember during this transaction is to make sure you are going about the progression as safely as possible. And who knows more than weight loss and fitness than the professionals themselves, the personal trainers. Many people decide to sideline these trainers and attempt to figure out their way around a gym on their own accord. The result, they end up injured and de-motivated with next to nothing to show for in the bargain of it. If you do not know what you are doing it is best to refrain from doing it, rather than taking a shot in the wild and missing out. Getting yourself the help of a personal trainer can leave with a workout schedule that is specially designed for you and what your body needs.

10 Steps to Commence a Weight Training Program

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1. Size Doesn't Matter to Get Stronger A neuromuscular system is made from the strong nervous system and muscles of the body which is focused during strength training sessions. Big body muscles don't assure strength always as the people who train themselves for strength may have smaller muscles. Strength depends on the innate ability and training program opted. It is known that the strength focused people lift hefty weights in lower frequency than those bodybuilders who stress on greater frequency of lifts having light weights. 2. Manual Weight Lifts Render better Results Manual or free weights usually involve more movement of muscles, except those groups of muscles that focus on stabilizing the weights you carry. On the other hand, machine weights involve few of the ancillary muscles because much of the weight is lifted by the machine itself. Despite of the fact, machine weights have their own benefits in developing and toning variety of muscles precisely. It is recomm