Health & Fitness
Child Obesity: Using attention modification program to decrease overeating in obese children
Among the multiple factors that can cause obesity is an abnormal neurocognitive or behavioral response to food cues. The brain becomes wired to seek — and expect — greater rewards from food, which leads to unhealthful overeating. Attention modification programs, which train a person to ignore or disregard specific, problematic cues or triggers, have been […]
Obesity in Samoa: A global harbinger?
The South Pacific archipelago of Samoa and American Samoa harbors a global health mystery that may seem both remote and extreme but could foretell trends in obesity and related conditions across much of the developing world. About three-quarters of the U.S. territory’s adult population is obese, the highest rate in the world with independent Samoa […]
10 Reasons Why Those with Arthritis Should Exercise
Arthritis is becoming more and more common — and not just among the very old. Unfortunately, many arthritis sufferers mistakenly believe that exercise will worsen their condition.The reality is, however, that exercise can be extremely beneficial. “A well-rounded physical activity program of stretching, strength training and aerobic exercise can help minimize many of […]
Test 180 Scam
I hate to admit when I’ve been super-stupid, but this is one of those times. With all of the ads on TV about “declining testosterone levels” and various supplements intended to remedy the situation, I decided to do some investigation. One of the more heavily advertised supplements is called “Test 180” (also “Test 180X”), produced […]
How a powerful affirmation can motivate your life in any critical situation?
Yes, I can do it. Five simple words, yet very powerful when said repeatedly with conviction, that can change the way you react to adverse situations. Whether it is a tough situation at work or in personal life, affirmative sentences, like above, make you more powerful. And as it happens so frequently in life, when […]
Proactol – A Revolutionary Dietary Supplement
Many people around the world are suffering from weight gain issues, while some take actions to control their increasing weight; others pay attention at a much later stage when they start to face health complications due to increased body fat. Statistical data shows that weight gain is a universal problem irrespective of the cultural factor […]
Team Spirit May Help Men Lose Weight
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Men who took part in a weight loss program designed specifically for male soccer fans lost an average of 12 pounds (5 kg) and had a good time doing it, according to a new study from Scotland. The 12-week Football Fans in Training (FFIT) program, run by coaching staffs from […]
Crossfit training – How it can provide a powerful work out than the traditional workout routines?
The difference between a traditional workout and crossfit training is similar to that between smelling the aroma of nicely brewed coffee and having an espresso shot. To elaborate, the difference lies in the energy spent, the amount of strength invested, and the kind of kick it literally gives you at the end. Body building is […]
New Years Ushers In A Time For Change
The start of a new year is a very transformative time for most people, but for recovering addicts it can be an especially beneficial time of renewal and hope. The new year is a time for reflecting over the past year, which means taking time to think about the goals that were met, and the […]
5 Top Reasons To Plan For A Bikini Bootcamp In London With Your Girlfriends
There would be times when you want to spend your holidays differently. There are probably a number of things that you have not done in the past which may want to try out. However, if you are looking for something totally out of the way, a bikini bootcamp in London can be an extremely amazing […]