Best offer of the month

For people who love going to spas, there is a new trend you must try, Fish spa.

 So how do fish treatments work and how do they aid in enhancing both wellness and beauty? Spas store small tropical fish called Garra Rufa, also known as doctor fish, nibble fish, Chinchin Yu, Kangal Fish and Turkey Fish, in warm pools of water or hot springs. These fish thrive in hot water from 15 degrees to 43 degree water and are used for various reasons such as for foot, facial and body treatments as well as for the natural treatment of skin disease.

The fish, as many spa goers say “kiss the skin”, ridding it of all affected and dead skin areas, leaving the healthy skin untouched to continue to grow and repair. The process is both painless and strangely wonderful, leaving behind a unique pleasant tingling sensation. Skin is left smooth, glowing and looking healthier. The fish treatments are also recognized as treatments utilized to release fatigue, increase blood circulation and aid in relaxation.

 Although, using by individuals suffering from Psoriasis, fish treatments are not a cure for the disease. It is only a temporary treatment cure which can aid in preventing symptoms if repeated on a monthly basis. Nonetheless, there have been some individuals who claim to have been completely cured of Psoriasis after undergoing fish treatments.

Here’s How:

1.   Your nails are going to reflect what you eat. If you are living on burgers and fries, don’t expect your nails to be strong and healthy. Sorry, it just doesn’t work that way. Add a tub of yogurt and you are on your way!

2.   Get into the habit of wearing rubber gloves as often as possible. You often forget the abuse your nails actually take. Consider how often they are in water… just for starters.

3.   Gardening is another seemingly harmless activity that all the summer magazines suggest to you. While I agree that the exercise is a plus, it’s not so great on your nails. I use gardening gloves and my nails still get dirty, but it’s better than nothing and I have no broken nails at the end of the day.

4.    While watching tv, moisturize your hands AND nails with your favorite hand lotion. It’s not only relaxing, it helps strengthen the nails.

5.   Cuticles can also use a little attention, but go gently. They need to be pampered and dry cuticles also contribute to hangnails, so be sure to spend a little time on them daily.

6.   Luckily at the moment, nails are fashionably short. That means that there is less nail to snap off and that is a bonus. Keep them trimmed and your nails will last longer.

7.   While some nails benefit from not using polish, mine seem to love the stuff. If they are polished, I seem to notice them more and devote a little more attention to them. They really seem to like that.

8.   Keep emery boards everywhere. The worse thing that can happen to pretty nails is a snag and your teeth.

CUT YOUR CANCER RISK

A population-based case control study of breast cancer among Chinese, Japanese and Filipino women in Los Angeles has suggested an inverse relationship between green tea consumption and breast cancer development.

There is evidence that suggests that green tea drinkers have a lower risk of dying from bowel disease.

Scientists have been aware since the 1970’s that green tea can help fight cell damage and changes, as evident in countries with low rates of this disease. In 2004, a study showed that EGCG can actually kill leukemia cells, and in a new study, published in The Journal of Clinical Oncology researchers from the Mayo Clinic found significant improvement in the symptoms of patients treated with EGCG extract.

SOOTHE YOUR SKIN

Got a cut, scrape, or bite, and a little leftover green tea? Soak a cotton pad in it. The tea is a natural antiseptic that relieves itching and swelling. Try it on inflamed breakouts and blemishes, sunburns, even puffy eyelids.

PROTECT YOUR SKIN

In the lab, green tea applied directly to the skin (or consumed) helps block sun-triggered skin cancer, which is why you’re seeing green tea in more and more sunscreens and moisturizers.

Skin ages depending upon time, and exposure to sun, leaving it rough, wrinkled and with imperfections. Experts write about the effects of creams that contain doses of green tea extract. The polyphenols in this extract are responsible from healing damaged, red, irritated skin. The antioxidants counteract the actions of free radicals; the end products of metabolism, associated with the aging process. The creams that are eco-friendly are those that contain no mineral oils, silicones, coloring agents or symthetic fragrances.

STEADY YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

Having healthy blood pressure – meaning below 120/80 – is one thing. Keeping it that way is quite another. But people who sip just half a cup a day are almost 50 percent less likely to wind up with hypertension than non-drinkers. Credit goes to the polyphenols again (especially one known as ECGC). They help keep blood vessels from contracting and raising blood pressure.

PROTECT YOUR MEMORY, OR YOUR MOM’S

Green tea may also keep the brain from turning fuzzy. Getting-up-there adults who drink at least two cups a day are half as likely to develop cognitive problems as those who drink less. Why? It appears that the tea’s big dose of antioxidants fights the free-radical damage to brain nerves seen in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

STAY YOUNG

The younger and healthier your arteries are, the younger and healthier you are. So fight plaque build-up in your blood vessels, which ups the risk of heart disease and stroke, adds years to your biological age (or Real Age), and saps your energy too.

The study followed more than 40,000 Japanese adults for a decade, and at the 7-year follow-up, those who had been drinking five or more cups of tea per day were 26 percent less likely to die of any cause compared with those who averaged less than a cup.

LOSE WEIGHT

Green tea provides high levels of polyphenols which are antioxidants with chemotherapeutic and anti-inflammatory effects. In other words, green tea speeds up your metabolism to burn more calories and slows down the ability of the body to store sugars and fat.

From: http://food.yahoo.com/blog/beautyeats/26529/7-reasons-to-drink-green-tea

In case you hadn’t heard, February is American Heart Month, an initiative to raise awareness about heart disease and stroke, the number one killer in the U.S.

Eating a healthy diet can be a key method of preventing heart disease. We’re highlighting five heart-healthy foods that can literally save your health. We recognize that these are not the only five foods that protect your heart, but they stand out as star performers and great additions to any diet.

1. Garlic: This herb is ideal for heart health. Numerous studies have shown the potential benefits of regular garlic consumption on blood pressure, platelet aggregation, serum triglyceride level, and cholesterol levels – all of which keep your heart performing. Garlic also makes a great seasoning for food so you can greatly reduce salt.

2. Salmon: Make the swap from a saturated fat burger to a salmon fillet. While some saturated fat is fine, a little goes a long way. The average cheeseburger has more than half a day worth of the artery clogging fat, which will increase your risk for a heart attack. Conversely, salmon lowers that risk thanks to heart healthy fats. Omega-3s can prevent erratic heart rhythms, reduce likelihood of blood clots inside arteries, improve the ratio of good cholesterol to bad cholesterol, and prevent cholesterol from becoming damaged, at which point it clogs arteries.

3. Berries and Cherries: Props must be given to nature’s candy. These sweet treats are high in polyphenols, which prevent cell damage that creates unhealthy blood vessels and heart. During the winter, opt for frozen berries. Try thawing a bag of frozen strawberries in the refrigerator. Then, add unsweetened, steel-cut oatmeal with the berries their juice and your heart will say thanks with each beat.

4. Quinoa: Often mistaken as a grain, this tiny sprouted seed is an excellent source of magnesium, the mineral that relaxes blood vessels. Low dietary levels of magnesium lead to some scary health issues like increased rates of hypertension, ischemic heart disease and heart arrhythmias. Quinoa cooks quickly and makes great leftovers. Toss with grilled veggies and roasted chicken for a delicious one-pot dinner, or try this Red Curry Quinoa recipe.

5. Hot Cocoa: You read right! Hot cocoa is brimming with antioxidants – two-times more than red wine and three times more than green tea. The cool February temperatures are no match for a mug of hot cocoa. My tip: since hot chocolate mixes are full of sugar, use 100% cocoa and combine with a teaspoon of sugar. Plus you’ll sweeten with the natural sugars in the milk.

Also read the Top 5 Foods to Lower Cholesterol to manage your heart-healthy diet at DietsInReview.com.

What is that thing that’s been growing around your mid-section ?

Is it a beer belly?

Is it belly fat?

Is it your imagination?

Is it a gut or a beer gut?

There are so many names for the fat that builds up around our stomachs, is it any wonder why it’s become an obsession? But don’t misperceive our obsession with fat as war on fat. A little body fat is actually good for you. It keeps you warm and helps your body maintain a sufficient core temperature and nutrients when we get sick and can’t eat.

Personally, I like the little tummy I have, and I’d rather it stay that way. So, I’ve started working out.Evidence is starting to prove the theory that lifting weights (anaerobic exercise or weight training) will help you get rid of that extra weight around your midsection. A healthy diet is also a VERY  good idea. So, if you’re serious about losing that tummy???????

The Best Way to Lose Belly Fat Reducing the amount of calories you consume is the most effective way to get rid of belly fat. Really, when it comes down to it, losing any kind of fat, no matter where it is on your body, requires you to consume less calories than you body needs. This lack of calories will set into motion the processing of excess body fat to make up for the lack of calories. But don’t go all crazy about it. Starving your body of calories is only good to a certain extent, after a point you begin to do damage to important things, like your central nervous system. There’s a reason they call it a “beer belly,” and drinking less beer, or quitting drinking altogether, will help you lose belly fat.

No matter who (or how good looking) the drinker is, beer is bad for a number of reasons. The most obvious reason is the caloric content of beer. The less obvious reasons are the inflammation of the pancreas and liver, and the bloating that often accompany the over-consumption of alcoholic beverages; this includes alcohol mixed with sweet, sugary liquids like soda.

Consuming less food loaded with sugar will help you to lose tummy fat. Sugar is a big one. The sugar found in junk food and soda is the kind of sugar that burns quickly, unlike those sugars found in fruits and vegetables, which burn more slowly. If your body is processing sugar to create energy, and you’re not using any energy, those sugars will be converted into fat for later use. If you’re going to enjoy sweets, enjoy them right before you exercise.

There’s nothing wrong with strengthening your abdominal muscles, but it won’t get rid of belly fat like magic.

You may want to consider not only working out your abs, but also working out your shoulders, pectorals, back, and arms to help create a more shapely “V” figure, which will help reduce the appearance of your belly. Keep this in mind: bulking up your muscles requires fewer reps and fewer sets with greater weight. Building leaner muscle requires more reps, more sets, and less weight.

Daily exercise and walking will definitely get rid of belly fat.

Going for a walk after a big meal or enjoying a dessert is never a bad idea. Belly Fat Burning Exercises As I mentioned in section four, there isn’t really an exercise that will get rid of your belly. Certainly, exercising your abdominal muscles is a good idea, because building any kind of lean muscle will improve your body’s ability to process calories more efficiently. The more muscle you have, the more calories you body needs to maintain those muscles. If you keep your caloric intake to a minimum, then your body will start to use the fat on your body for energy, thus reducing the amount of fat hanging from your belly. And strengthening your abdominal muscles will have two effects: first, it helps you build muscles that will help you burn more calories during the course of the day, and second, larger abdominal muscles tend to stretch the skin around them, tightening your belly and reducing the amount of belly that sags over your waist line. But here’s the catch: only working your abdominal muscles isn’t going to do much for you. You should definitely consider joining a gym and working on a weight lifting routine that works as many of your muscle groups as possible, and a daily aerobic routine to help you burn the fat you already have.

Photo by: fashionising.com

Photo by: fashionising.com

Green tea

Is any other food or drink reported to have as many health benefits as green tea? The Chinese have known about the medicinal benefits of green tea since ancient times, using it to treat everything from headaches to depression. In her book Green Tea: The Natural Secret for a Healthier Life, Nadine Taylor states that green tea has been used as a medicine in China for at least 4,000 years.Today, scientific research in both Asia and the west is providing hard evidence for the health benefits long associated with drinking green tea. For example, in 1994 the Journal of the National Cancer Institute published the results of an epidemiological study indicating that drinking green tea reduced the risk of esophageal cancer in Chinese men and women by nearly sixty percent. University of Purdue researchers recently concluded that a compound in green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells. There is also research indicating that drinking green tea lowers total cholesterol levels, as well as improving the ratio of good (HDL) cholesterol to bad (LDL) cholesterol.

To sum up, here are just a few medical conditions in which drinking green tea is reputed to be helpful:

- cancer

- rheumatoid arthritis

- high cholesterol levels

- cariovascular disease

- infection

 How to solve a simple stress ? Laughter is sure enough. Laughter makes good sense occurs. And, importantly, the body sends messages NEC Philips as the North. This is a message of happiness out. This will help our stress and anxiety reduction. Try to imagine that you are indeed the last laugh when the associated jar? Now or have you laughing.

To Adventure Travel in style. Man brain to relax the same style as the “fighting Sarika Adventure Point ” Nakornnayok Province, Thailand. They have experienced about adventure eco-oriented activities for more than 10 years,with that theme last minute. “Just to get him to the forest. Until the day we were to die. If you fear too difficult for yourlife! Do not walk us. ” Drive steadily through the pretty views. Of forest paths and visit the open orchard of the villagers. The fruit of the various names such as Durian Maprag sweet orange, pomelo, lemon flavors are luscious frame it. And natural close, with various wood species and island cataract beautiful river bend.

“You’ll injure yourself.”  These cautionary words came from my unofficial marathon coach, my friend Jacob, the one who recently ran a 50-mile race over punishing hills and is familiar with every species of ache and strain, the one who sternly admonished that I was running too fast—the one I should have listened to before the intermittent twinge in my left leg blossomed into a constant shooting pain that one afternoon left me hobbled on a lonely stretch of Brooklyn asphalt, unable to continue.

Then a colleague at Vogue told me about Troy Stallman who agreed to assess my situation at his Manhattan facility, All Systems Go. Troy specializes in something called Muscle Activation Techniques (M.A.T.). The idea behind M.A.T. is that many aches and pains, including sports injuries, are the result of weakness, which causes some muscles to work too hard as others shut down. “Your body is like a symphony orchestra,” explained Troy, who wields his metaphors with the same confidence he applies to a knotty quadricep. “Some muscles are tuned up and ready to play; others are off in the corner, smoking.” Inevitably, he said, the weak muscles stay weak, while the strong get stronger, leading to additional stress and imbalance.  Troy’s mission is to wake up the sleepy ones—or, since the signals from brain to muscle are like cars on a superhighway, to make sure all lanes of traffic are open and flowing.

-Vogue

One of favorite cold season trends is the boot tucked into a pair of women’s jeans. It’s sleek, it’s adroit, it’s comfortable when you wear, but it takes some major twisting and shoving to try to get your jeans from bunching out of your boot. Then when you bend or sit down they jeans come WAY out so then you have to shove them back in throughout the day and so on. So everthing basic ,you can do is wear the tightest denim possible and hope it looks as good as Kate Moss, Cameron Diaz and other chic celebrities in their sophisticated denim-boot look.