A heart attack is known as a myocardial infarction. This occurs when the heart muscle is damaged or does not receive enough oxygen. Many cardiac related problems occur due to blockages in arteries that carry purified blood away from the heart to different parts of the body. Another cause is the formation of blood clots. Very often, it is quite …
Get a Great Night’s Sleep With These 10 Tips
I had a great night’s sleep, but when I woke up I thought what a powerful effect a great night’s sleep has on your metabolism, and I wanted to share with you some ideas about how to get a better night’s sleep. Now my idea of a great night’s sleep is one in which you sleep soundly and wake fully …
10 Possible Causes of The Obesity Epidemic
An obesity epidemic is killing people. It’s well accepted that reduced physical activity and fast food are linked to the obesity epidemic. But the evidence that these are the main causes of obesity is largely circumstantial. To stimulate debate, experts suggest 10 other possible causes of obesity, outlined in the International Journal of Obesity. 1. Sleep debt. Getting too little …
Weight Loss Pills 10 Dangerous Ingredients
Looking for help from weight loss pills? Help that goes beyond the usual lifestyle changes, portion control advice, and exercise routines? Weight loss pills touting names like “fat burner” and “thermal max” can be enticing. But do they work? And even more important, in the wake of the Food and Drug Administration’s recent ban on ephedra, are they safe? In …
Fitness Success With Ten Healthy Tips
Achieving fitness success is on the minds of many people. However, many people are not consistent and fail in the first three months of an exercise program. But if it becomes a habit and they stick to it, something magical happens after four months. You are finally getting the results you expect and chances are you will continue with the …
Rapid Weight Loss Can Be Done Safely
In order to make the most of your rapid weight loss program, finding the most effective ways to burn fat will maximize your results and minimize your waistline! Follow these 10 tips for fat burning if you want to lose weight and lead a healthier way of life. 1.) Drink More Water One of the best rapid weight loss secrets …
Diet Rules That Can Be Broken
There are actually diet rules out there that are meant to be broken? Yes, recently many dated diet guidelines and myths are up for speculation. You’ve probably heard all these silly rules before, but experts weigh-in on the worthiness of these supposed truisms – most of which won’t help you lose weight or make dieting any easier. 10 Diet Rules …
Treadmill and Elliptical Machine Buying Tips
1. Treadmill and Elliptical machines should be used properly. Stay away from orthopedic belts. We don’t recommend them because 1) a good pair of running shoes provide more cushioning 2) they hold in heat which shortens belt life, motor life, and electronics life 3) the increased weight of the belt shortens bearing life in the rollers. 2. Do your research …
Fitness Tips for Women that are Realistic
Fitness makes for a happier life. Would you like to be a fitness woman? Or are you a fitness woman but would like to be effective? Here are 7 great tips on how to become an effective fitness woman: 1. Get a program that will best suit you. Every fitness woman is different. You may have surgical history where a …
Health and Fitness For Your Life
Your health fitness involves exercising and working out to look and feel better. Your physical and mental well-being depend on it. Exercising can reduce your chances of heart disease and diabetes. It can also reduce the effects of depression and eliminate stress. The physical and mental benefits of health fitness are well worth the efforts. They will ensure you are …