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Everybody at some point of time has cravings for sweet foods. These sugar cravings happen because of the low functioning adrenal glands which are above the kidneys. One of the fundamental reason for the cravings is stress. When you are under tremendous stress adrenaline is secreted, thus causing the craving for sugar. Excessive adrenaline can reduce the body’s energy reserves.

During such times, doctors could prescribe a dosage of adrenal supplements. This will help the patients to regain their energies and thus will be in better control to take control of their diet in order to control the sugar intake.

Need for water i.e. thirstiness can sometimes be interpreted with need for sugar. Thus identifying such situations and taking sufficient water at these times helps to replenish the body. Also increasing the intake of protein rich food can lead to reduction in the craving. Food items that contain beans can help.

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Have you ever gone swimming? Be it in a swimming pool or in the sea or in a lake, swimming is a very healthy activity for the body. Swimming can be done by anyone at any age. It is a very good exercise as well. It helps in developing a strengthening your heart. Swimming can be practiced by anyone, irrespective of their weight.

Other physical exercises such as running, jogging, treadmills are at times not advised for people who are obese, as they tend to force a lot of weight on the knees. Swimming on the other hand is one common exercise that doctors prescribe to anyone who wants to reduce their weight and be fit. There are swimming pools that have the water temperature controlled. Thus enabling one to practice swimming at any part of the day at any time of the year irrespective of the weather.

The two main organs that benefit from swimming are heart and lungs. Swimming can also be used as a warm up session before strenuous exercise or games. By doing so, the heart is brought to beat at a higher rate thus preparing you for better physical activity.

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Laughter is the best medicine. I often hear this statement from happy people I encounter and mind you, I also state this out to some people I meet along with my everyday journey.

Laughter do not just signifies fun, happiness or excitement but most of all, the character. Having that attitude to laugh naturally even at yourself, is a healthy habit and it contributes a lot of benefits to ones self. But how?

Here are some of the best things that laughter can do.

• Strengthen your immune system
• Boost your energy
• Diminish pain
• Protect you from the damaging effects of stress.
• This priceless medicine is fun, free, and real easy to use

Most health experts and happy people say that nothing works faster or more dependably to bring the mind and body back into balance than a good laugh. Yes good laugh! It’s the act of laughing with all your heart. Thousands of the most successful people I know, do not let the day pass without spending time to laugh.

Laughter will not only bring you handful of benefits but as well as success!

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Have you ever allowed yourself to doze off that 5 – 10 minutes  during your busy day? How did it feel? Don’t you feel absolutely refreshed and you feel on top of the world !!! Well that’s what power naps are, they can even last upto 30 minutes.

It is found that these power naps help in improve your memory and in reducing the stress levels. In recent times most of the work in the IT/ITES jobs are confined within a cubicle, sitting on the same position without much physical activity. However the stress that the human brain goes through is quite tremendous. These small sleeps help rejuvenate oneself, it is just like re-booting the computer.

If the power nap exceeds 30 minutes, you get into a deep sleep mode and waking up leaves you feeling totally miserable.

Thus one should be careful about the duration of the nap and wake up cautiously.

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I am sure you are amazed. But this line is actually true. I am not saying that you eat anything and you will loose weight. Obviously my point is towards right and healthy things. Here are some tips that you should follow and I am sure that in just two weeks you will start seeing positive results. Just have a look:

• Do not ever wake up with tea or coffee. Your first thing of the day should be filled with good things not caffeine type things. Take fruits, or any fibrous thing as this gives a good boost to your metabolic rate.
• Eat small portions of meal and divide your overall food intake in six parts. Do not ever ever ever overeat as the extra you eat is directly stored as fats.
• Eat your main meal three hours before sleeping.
• Exercise at least 3 hours a week

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Do you know that mostly Chinese people drink green tea in place of water? Amazed? Yes, it is true and that is only because of the numerous benefits of green tea. Just have a look at its benefits:

• Green tea is a powerful antioxidant that slows down the ageing process and prevents you from different diseases like stroke, breast cancer, hard attack, etc.
• It is good for burning body fat and increasing stamina while exercising. That is why athletes prefer green tea.
• Green tea is the best for reducing stress as it increases the serotonin lev
  

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  el in brain. Just experiment by taking green tea for one day and notice the relaxation that you will get. People suffering from depression should take it regularly.

• Green tea is good for controlling blood pressure. Drink at least 4 cups daily and you will never face any problem of blood pressure.

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Oprah and probably your doctor swear by them. Antioxidant foods are taking over—as they very well should be. To clarify, antioxidants are the collective term for the vitamins, minerals, carotenoids, and polyphenols that protect your body. Some of the best-known antioxidants are vitamins A (found in daily and fish), C (found in citrus fruits), E (found in seeds, oils and nuts) and the mineral selenium (found in meats and plant foods).

Antioxidants basically help prevent disease because they protect your body from free radicals (radicals are believed to be involved in degenerative diseases and cancers). So now that you know what antioxidants are and how they can greatly and vastly improve and protect your health, I’m sure you want to know which types of food are high in antioxidants.

Fruits—basically all your berries (blueberry, strawberry, blackberry) are all high in antioxidants. Try eating a cup of plain yogurt with some fresh berries on top each day to incorporate them into your diet.

Vegetables—no meal is complete with vegetables. Leafy vegetables such as spinach and kale are high in antioxidants as well as peppers, cabbage, artichokes and brussels sprouts.

Nuts and seeds—pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, peanuts and sunflower seeds all tossed together make a great high antioxidant trail mix

Legumes—broad beans, pinto beans, and soybeans are filling, easy to prepare and healthy.

Cereals—barley, millet, oats and corn are easy to find and high in antioxidants

Don’t be afraid to mix these foods together. Combine oats, nuts and seeds with some fresh berries for new breakfast ideas. Or try make a soup with different legumes and vegetables for a Fall time favorite.

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WebMD has a neat slideshow featuring 12 things not to do while trying to shed some pounds:

Crash dieting. Patience is a virtue – especially when dieting. When you decrease your food intake to under 1,000 calories, your metabolism dramatically decreases, so that even if you lose weight, it’ll be hard to keep off (and probably come back).

Missing breakfast. D’oh! It’s hard to stick to your diet when you’re hungry to the point of distraction. To keep your cravings in check, start the day with a healthy, low-calorie breakfast like sugar-free cereal, granola, or oatmeal.

Snacking. A lot. There’s nothing wrong with snacking, but people have a way of letting themselves snack without even thinking about it – or without even being hungry. Don’t just eat food because it’s in front of you.

Snacking. Too little. Like Goldilocks, it’s up to you to find the perfect balance between over- and under-snacking. Having a healthy snack of nuts or dried fruit can help manage your hunger and make it easier to eat smaller meals.

Trusting the label. Low-fat and sugar-free foods aren’t always as healthy as they seem – these products are often loaded with calories or high in sodium, both of which can sabotage your diet. To make sure your food is as healthy as you think it is, be sure to read the label.

For the full list, click here!

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Back pain is the worst. It can interfere with sports, driving, or even sitting comfortably at a desk. Here are some tips for preventing back pain:

Get a firm mattress. Choose a box spring and mattress firm enough to allow your spine to be properly aligned as you sleep, so that your ears, shoulders, and hip joints form a straight line on either side of your body.

Lift with your legs. Lifting heavy objects is one of the most common causes of back pain and injury. If you have to lift something, bend your knees and take most of the strain in your legs and abdominals. Or better yet, ask a friend for help!

Don’t sit for too long. Sitting for an extended period of time compresses your spinal disks, which can cause back pain and posture problems. If you have a desk job, try to get up and walk around every once in a while, even if it’s just to the coffee machine.

Drink water. This one’s easy! Drinking six to eight cups of water a day increases the height of your spinal disks, allowing them to act as natural shock absorbers.

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Nobody can help you achieve and maintain good health like your doctor. Unlike a website or a textbook, your doctor possesses more than just medical knowledge, as he or she also has knowledge about you. Moreover, your doctor is there to answer your questions about healthy living, medical conditions, and more.

That being said, none of this has any use unless you know how to talk to your doctor. Here are a few tips to help foster communication on both sides:

Don’t settle. Just because your insurance plan set you up with a specific doctor doesn’t mean that this person is the right practitioner for you. If you’d feel more comfortable with a doctor of a different gender or age—or if you just aren’t feeling a connection with this particular person—don’t be afraid to make a change.

Write things down. People tend to think of all sorts of questions and symptoms to report in the days leading up to a doctor’s appointment, only to forget these items in the moment. To avoid this problem, bring a written list of all your questions, symptoms, and concerns. You can even write down your medications and allergies if you need help remembering them.

Explore your options. Sometimes doctors are quick to recommend the most popular prescription or treatment method, but this might not be right for you. Inquire about any alternative medications or treatments and the possible side effects of each.

When in doubt, speak up. You might not think your stomach ache or dizziness is relevant to the condition you’re discussing, but let’s be honest — you didn’t go to med school. Tell your doctor everything. And while you’re at it, remind him or her of everything, especially your allergies, prescriptions, and current or previous conditions.

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