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How To Build a Bigger Chest

Editor — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 20:22:56 +0000

Every guy knows that the “mark of a man” is the size of his chest and the thickness of his arms. If you want to build a bigger chest, there are a variety of exercises you can do. The basics include pushups, bench press, incline dumbbell press exercise routine, flyes and cable work. You’ve got to start with the basics and begin building a bigger chest.

But when you hit a plateau and need to shock new growth, this chest workout will do the trick. Be forewarned though, it’s not for amateurs. Experienced bodybuilders only please.

Calorie Restriction – One of Those Strange Things

Editor — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 03:05:35 +0000

I’ve seen a lot of strange things in the health field, and although calorie restriction (CR) is the subject of serious and legitimate scientific study, I consider CR to be one of those strange things. Of course, that’s because I choose a different lifestyle – the muscle-friendly Burn The fat, Feed The Muscle lifestyle – but there’s more than one reason why I’m not a CR advocate:

Massage Therapy in Edmonton

Editor — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:24:34 +0000

Nadine Therrien is a massage therapist located in Edmonton Alberta, who is dedicated to helping you relieve stress, reduce tension, manage pain and help you reach an overall sense of well-being.

She works with each client on an individual basis to establish their specific needs and then meet those needs through a thorough and nurturing massage. Nadine specializes in sports and accident injuries and has been practicing for nine years.

Natural Acne Treatments

beckygelber@comcast.net — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 06:16:57 +0000

You should also know that you can make a home treatment for acne even out of grocery-bought products. A mask made of cooked oatmeal can be allowed to sit on the face for 15 minutes – this helps in relieving acne. Aloe and witch hazel are also two popular herbal products that can cure acne. You can also stay out in the sun for a bit – the ultraviolet rays of the sun may be an effective “natural laser” treatment.

Studies Show Carbohydrate Overload Can Lead To Acne Outbreaks

beckygelber@comcast.net — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 05:57:28 +0000

In another study, researchers implicate the high levels of refined carbohydrates (such as bread and cereals) in teenage acne. Following a similar rationale, they suggest that high levels of blood sugars increase the levels of insulin and insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1), which leads to excess production of male hormones. These male hormones then trigger acne outbreaks.

Your Acne Could Be Related To A Food Allergy

beckygelber@comcast.net — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 17:50:58 +0000

If you suspect your acne is caused by a food allergy, begin by increasing your daily amount of water consumption. Then try to rule out the root cause of your potential acne. Common causes of food allergies include dairy products, excess sugar, and certain refined flours and grains. Also, avoid foods rich in iodine, which have been linked to acne. Iodine-rich foods may include salt, liver, cheese, crabs, shellfish, clams, and kelp products. If you consume iodized salt, make the switch to sea salt. If you find dairy products worsening your acne, consider switching to soy or rice milk and cheese products.

Eliminate Sugar From Your Diet To Treat Acne

beckygelber@comcast.net — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 17:26:26 +0000

After eliminating caffeine and breakfast from your diet, you should then eliminate sugar from your diet to effectively treat acne. Sugar is known to aggravate and worsen the effects of acne. You do not need to eliminate sugar altogether right this minute, but set smaller goals.

Consult Your Doctor Before Using Vitamin A

beckygelber@comcast.net — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 17:12:35 +0000

This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article.

Fish Oils Can Reduce Sun Allergy

beckygelber@comcast.net — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 18:11:00 +0000

The research consisted of a group of 42 healthy people being given a fish oil supplement that would be the equivalent of three portions of oily fish a week.
A group of people who previously suffered from sun allergy doubled their defense after 6 months.These groups were measured against a third group who had been given olive oil which had no effect.

Stress Can Cause Acne

beckygelber@comcast.net — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 17:51:42 +0000

Stress is also an aggravating factor to acne sufferers. When you are stressed, chemicals in your body are working against you and can cause your skin to react and breakouts to occur. Get plenty of sleep, eat a balanced diet, and try to remove yourself from stressful situations. Easier said than done but it is worth making an effort to aleviate your stress.

Reservatrol and Weight Loss

Editor — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 15:12:42 +0000

Whether moderate drinking is healthy has also been a subject of controversy. Many studies show that cardiovascular health benefits are associated with moderate beer or wine drinking (which has been of particular interest lately with reservatrol in the news so much), while other studies show improved insulin sensitivity. Some experts however, say that alcohol has no place in a fitness lifestyle.

Learn about Gym Etiquette

Editor — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 14:57:41 +0000

You may be new to the gym or an old time lifter, but regardless of how much time you’ve spent in the gym, there are things that you might do to piss people off, or be one of those that gets pissed off. Want to learn about Gym Etiquette?

If you were able to contribute to a list of things Not To Do In The Gym would you? Is there something that you want everyone in the world to know about gym etiquette?

Contribute to the soon to be world recognized “What Not To Do In The Gym” manifesto.

From 500 Pounds To 200 Pounds in Two Years

Editor — Mon, 28 May 2007 22:32:22 +0000

In 1990, I tipped the scales at 475 pounds and my waist was 55 inches (at least). Over the next two and a half years, I lost 288 pounds, dropping to a low of 187 pounds, and I fit into a size 38 pair of jeans. But I wasn’t finished yet. In the years that followed, I took up the bodybuilding lifestyle and slowly but surely added over 50 pounds of lean muscle while dropping even more body fat. That brought my total weight loss to over 300 pounds. Today, I weigh 240 pounds of lean muscle and I’m in the best shape of my life.

Read the entire story of how I lost 300 pounds.

Hoodia Authenticity In Question

Editor — Wed, 23 May 2007 23:07:13 +0000

Based upon CBS reports, Hoodia is definitely a promising appetite suppressant for many people attempting to maintain a weight loss program. However, consumers are obligated to do a little research before purchasing Hoodia at the local health food store or the Internet marketplace. As with any health plan, consulting a family doctor is extremely important. He/she can determine whether additional health concerns will preclude exercise and dietary changes, including supplements like Hoodia. The body still needs the proper nutrition and adequate hydration. Since Hoodia suppresses both hunger and thirst, making sure to follow a healthy diet is extremely important. Also, verify the quality of Hoodia being purchased. Read the facts and find out if you are buying authentic Hoodia.

If You’re Going To Cheat – What Are The Best Foods?

Editor — Wed, 23 May 2007 00:28:06 +0000

The truth is that even if you’re committed to a healthy lifestyle (you know, you eat well, exercise regularly, rarely overindulge), temptation is still everywhere. If you’re not careful, one loving look from a juicy burger across the room could be the end of you. An innocent night out for hot wings and beer may result in your being a “bad boy”.

Before launching into the list, let’s point out the obvious; some foods are better than others. Nutrient dense foods should comprise a majority of your diet. But I’m not saying you should live a life of deprivation either. Sometimes splurging on something “bad” is good. After you indulge, however, hop right back on the bandwagon. Read the Top Foods To Cheat With or other Health Articles.

Optimizing A Vegetarian Diet

Editor — Sat, 19 May 2007 23:23:23 +0000

While a vegetarian diet is among the healthiest ways to eat, certain nutrients can be lacking on a diet that contains no animal products at all. In particular, many people are concerned that vegans may not get enough protein, calcium and iron from plant-based foods. This is because most people think of eating dairy products for calcium and meats for iron and protein. But it is possible to consume adequate amounts of these nutrients on vegetarian diet. It just takes bit of effort and knowledge about plant-based sources the nutrients.

Stress Can Increase Aging

Editor — Sat, 19 May 2007 22:44:57 +0000

It is said that Stress can increase aging and take years off of your life and nothing is more stressful than a hurricane season like the hurricane season we had in 2005. Worse off these large catastrophic hurricane seasons are expected to continue and the 2006 Atlantic tropical hurricane season should be among one of the worst. Read more about stress and anxiety.

My Baby Smokes

tssm@bresnan.net — Thu, 17 May 2007 03:26:40 +0000

However, when smokers choose to have children, the baby has no choice but to become a smoker as well. Smoking before, and during, pregnancy affects fertility, makes the unborn baby a smoker, increases the odds of stillbirths and miscarriages, results in low birth weight babies, and is a precursor to a child’s health problems long after birth; yet, smoking mothers have options. . . Read more about the affects of pregnancy and smoking.

What Causes Bladder Infections (UTIs)?

ang@goodroots.ca — Thu, 10 May 2007 14:44:03 +0000

Nearly 85% of UTIs are caused by the bacteria Escherichia coli, or E. coli — for short. When the bacteria pass through the urethra (the narrow urine canal that connects the bladder to the outside), they can get inside the bladder and cause an infection. Some females get urinary tract infections more frequently, this may be because of the differences in the shape and length of the urethra in different people. A female with a shorter urethra may get more UTIs. Most women’s urethras are only about 40mm long. That’s about 1 and ½ inches. Males generally get fewer UTIs than females because they have longer urethras.

Glucosamine And Diabetes – The Cause?

Editor — Sat, 05 May 2007 07:11:52 +0000

Glucosamine supplements are a popular remedy for arthritis pain relief, especially for osteoarthritis. Unlike NSAIDs and other anti-inflammatory drugs, the pain relief provided by glucosamine lasts even after a person is no longer taking the supplements. This is because glucosamine helps repair damaged cartilage in joints. Arthritis pain goes away because the problem is fixed, not because inflammation is temporarily suppressed. Read the rest of the article about glucosamine and diabetes.

Lowering Your LDL Cholesterol Level

Editor — Sat, 05 May 2007 06:56:28 +0000

If you can successfully decrease your LDL cholesterol, you will successfully decrease your overall level of cholesterol. Many studies have shown that by decreasing cholesterol you are also decreasing your chance of having a heart attack. This is something that everybody should take very seriously. The bottom line is that the more LDL cholesterol in your bloodstream, the better chance you have of a heart attack. To take this a step further, if you currently have heart disease, you can greatly increase your overall health by lowering your LDL cholesterol count.

Hoodia Gordonii – What Is It?

Editor — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 21:09:04 +0000

Hoodia gordonii, “Whoo De Ah”, is the scientific name for a leafless, spiky succulent plant that grows throughout the semi-arid desert areas of Southern Africa primarily the Kalahari Desert. The local inhabitants (the San) have eaten Hoodia stems to defend against hunger and thirst when on long journeys or during times of drought, because it acts as an appetite suppressant.

Read more about Hoodia and Natural Health

Mesothelioma Lung Cancer Lawsuits

Editor — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 21:06:51 +0000

Mesothelioma is a rare but deadly type of cancer usually caused by exposure to asbestos or asbestos-containing products. The mesothelium is a thin mucous membrane that covers most major organs, and provides the moisture the organs need to move properly. Lubrication allows organs to move in order to circulate blood in the heart, or infuse it with oxygen in the lungs, or process food properly in the gastrointestinal tract.

Is There An Acid Reflux Cure?

Editor — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 23:34:44 +0000

Is there an acid reflux cure? Yes and no. Yes, because it can be treated effectively and relieved, but also no, because researchers have yet to find a root cause and it can always come back. Acid reflux treatment regimens include medications, lifestyle changes, and stress management. Depending on severity, acid reflux can be curbed with as little as only a few behavioral modifications such as quitting smoking and eating better to powerful acid reflux medication treatments under a physician’s supervision.

Hoodia Information

Editor — Sun, 22 Apr 2007 19:23:05 +0000

Searches for hoodia information are going through the roof as major media attention is being focussed on an ancient plant from the Kalahari Desert in South Africa called Hoodia Gordonii that promises to help millions of people looking to shed some pounds finally achieve their dreams.

To be sure, the weight loss market is littered with products high on hype but short on substance. That’s why there are still so many overweight people in spite of all the new fangled diet supplements, weight loss programs, and exercise schemes promising to burn off the blubber.