Weight Loss
There is a misconception about calling it as office butt and here is the truth about it. While there are serious health concerns weight gain, blood pressure etc of working an all-day sitting job, experts say there is also a risk of deflating your butt. There is a new report which claims that your desk job is ruining all your squats, exercises and can get you a pancake butt. Hence, it is suggested to keep moving.
Fasting is a popular traditional concept in many cultures and religions of India. It is believed that it is one of the effective ways of achieving spiritual gains, but it has been reasoned by science too. As per the Ayurveda, fasting helps an individual in to maintain a balance between Ama (body toxins) and Agni (digestive fire). It relieves the digestive system of the body and flushes out the accumulated toxins. Hence, it is not an unhealthy practice.
The powerful spice is capable of a lot more than just adding a flavor to your food. It is said to relieve cold and reduce inflammation in the body. But have you ever tried ginger water for weight loss? All you have to do is boil 2 cups of water, add crushed paste of ginger and mix it well. Let it boil for at least 20 minutes and then drink it. It is proved highly beneficial in weight loss. It is also known to boost metabolism and flush out toxins from the body.
A lot of us spend a lot of time into intense workout schedule to achieve the so desired impossible targets of weight. On the contrary, there is a new study which says that the additional time spent working out over 45-mins is completely irrelevant. The researchers have found that few mins of intense exercise will bring you the same outcome as a long time workout. The study has found that people who did not spend much time working out had the same results as compared to people who spent more than 45-mins working out.
Recently, after a long wait, a study has finally proved that consuming fast food helps in weight loss. The study shows that after two weeks of strict dieting, fitness freaks who were allowed to have one “cheat day” for eating whatever they desire were the people who stuck to their diet plan in the long run. According to the results, the researchers observed that having occasional indulgence makes the dieting more sustainable.
DOMS or delayed onset muscle soreness starts coming after 24-72hrs of a heavy gym workout. It is a common condition and needs to be taken care of. Some experts believe that warming yourself up is the key to reducing DOMS. Also, warming yourself up will also help you to improve your blood flow and supply more nutrients to the muscles enabling them to recover faster. Ask a gym instructor to guide you in warm-up activities.
Low physical activity is highly dangerous as a new research suggests it might make you vulnerable to psychosis. In order to stay healthy, WHO has recommended that people aged between 18 to 64 must engage in at least 3hrs of moderate-intensity physical activity throughout the week including household chores, walking and cycling. Regular cycling has proven to be useful in maintaining a healthy heart to fit muscles.
Venus holes and Apollo holes are two small circles formed in the back of women and men respectively. Since venus holes are located in that part of the body where there is no muscle, it is not possible to create them by doing exercises. If you are working on a fitness diet to lose excess fat, these holes will be visible to you after a time. These holes are a sign of good circulation and a healthy body.
How can get rid of killer facts when you can’t even see it? Health experts have the following tips to give. Eat less refined carbs and keep munching on healthy proteins throughout the day. Have a proper diet with good fats. Get moving and get regular. Adding a soluble fibre supplement to your diet can work like a charm. At last, get a mind-blowing sleep. For good results, keep a track of your activity performance and weight loss.
Obesity makes you age 10 times faster than your lean counterparts can. It is not unknown that fat has considerable effects on liver, heart, other organs but the fact that it impairs memory, cognition and intelligence are startling. Scientists have studied that shrinkage of the brain is observed much more in obese people who are above 40 and not much in their 20s. Hence, it is suggested that you should maintain your weight overall.