Are you a diabetic? Are you struggling to lose weight? Do you feel it’s harder for you to lose weight because you’re suffering from PCO (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) symptoms? Well, if you fit the description above, you may find this article very useful.
Not many of us realized that there is actually an alternative way to treat patients with diabetes or to assist in losing weight. Gymnema or Gymnema sylvestre is a vine-like plant which is mostly associated with Ayurvedic medicine. Gymnema has been widely used in India to treat the disease of diabetes mellitus. It is also said that the herb can help to control the level of blood sugar, thus making it easier to lose weight.
You may be wondering about how this herbal medicine works. Well, it works by suppressing the taste of sugary or sweet food taken in the oral cavity, thus reducing the metabolic effects of sugar and making it easier to control the blood sugar level. Today, Gymnema sylvestre can be taken in various forms and one of them is Gymnema Herbal Tea. This herbal tea should be taken one to two hours before eating in order for it to curb the sugary taste and work efficiently. Aside from the tea, there is also a Gymnema-capsule product available in selected pharmacies.
Not only it is useful as an alternative supplement for diabetic patients, moreover this herb can also be integrated into any weight-loss plan to make it easier to lose extra weight. If you are overweight (and plans to lose some weight), well this herbal medicine is definitely for you. Various studies have proven that controlling and lowering the blood sugar level in the body can greatly affect weight loss.
If you want to know more about Gymnema Herbal Tea, read a review about this product here. You won’t be disappointed.
Metformin for PCOs
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCO) is a condition that makes it hard for some individuals to get pregnant. PCO is more associated to an obese or overweight woman than to thin women. It is said that this syndrome occurred due to hormone imbalance in the body.
If you have this disease, your doctor may prescribe a medicine called Metformin (Glucophage – brand name). Basically, metformin is used to alleviate the symptoms of PCOs in some women. Metformin is a drug which is used to control the blood sugar/glucose level and usually it is given to individuals suffering from Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
Extensive research has revealed that metformin work by decreasing absorption of dietary carbohydrates through the intestines, reducing the production of glucose by the liver and increases the sensitivity of muscle cells to insulin. Thus, metformin (taken together with other medicine like Saw Palmetto Extract - SPE) can also help to promote weight loss for obese females diagnosed with the symptoms of PCO.
To sum it all, the basic function of metformin is to lower the insulin level, testosterone level and also the glucose level. But before taking this drug prescription, be sure to get some advice from your doctor about its benefit and also its side effect. If you want to know more about metformin, read about it in this review. Good luck!
If you have this disease, your doctor may prescribe a medicine called Metformin (Glucophage – brand name). Basically, metformin is used to alleviate the symptoms of PCOs in some women. Metformin is a drug which is used to control the blood sugar/glucose level and usually it is given to individuals suffering from Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
Extensive research has revealed that metformin work by decreasing absorption of dietary carbohydrates through the intestines, reducing the production of glucose by the liver and increases the sensitivity of muscle cells to insulin. Thus, metformin (taken together with other medicine like Saw Palmetto Extract - SPE) can also help to promote weight loss for obese females diagnosed with the symptoms of PCO.
To sum it all, the basic function of metformin is to lower the insulin level, testosterone level and also the glucose level. But before taking this drug prescription, be sure to get some advice from your doctor about its benefit and also its side effect. If you want to know more about metformin, read about it in this review. Good luck!
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Benefit of saunas
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Basically, a sauna is a small closed room heated with a very high temperature. Research has shown that spending some time in saunas can help you with losing weight, particularly by using the method of perspiration or sweating. Infrared sauna is a type of sauna that utilizes revolutionary technology to provide infrared heaters which will produce heat such as that from the sun, but without the damaging UV rays.
Besides helping with losing weight, far infrared sauna that penetrates deep into the muscle tissues has other immense benefit for the body. It can be used as a detoxification process where it eliminates harmful toxins in the body or used as a therapy to reduce stress, thus making you feel more relax. Sauna is also said to be beneficial in curing several health conditions such as joint stiffness, rheumatoid arthritis, stiffness and a reduction in fatigue. Therefore, try a sauna now for a healthier lifestyle.
Besides helping with losing weight, far infrared sauna that penetrates deep into the muscle tissues has other immense benefit for the body. It can be used as a detoxification process where it eliminates harmful toxins in the body or used as a therapy to reduce stress, thus making you feel more relax. Sauna is also said to be beneficial in curing several health conditions such as joint stiffness, rheumatoid arthritis, stiffness and a reduction in fatigue. Therefore, try a sauna now for a healthier lifestyle.
Book Review : The Volumetrics Weight-Control Plan
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Watch out weight watchers out there! This is a book that will enlighten you on how to < span>lose weight without having to eat less. Instead, you can shed down some weight while eating more. The Volumetrics Weight- Control Plan ia a scientifically proven program written by Barbara Rolls and Robert A. Bartnett. and is the first book that explores the science of satiety in helping anyone control their eating habits. A diet that cuts down on the calories by simply consuming less food would only lead to pangs of hunger and a sense of deprivation. This is where satiety plays an important part. Satiety is a feeling of fullness after any serving of food and thus, you won’t feel hungy anymore.In order to achieve a volumetrics weight-control plan, you have to consume a satisfying amount of food that meets the nutrient requirements and also controlling the level of calories. This is the fundamental strategy in Volumetrics. Furthermore, this book will also explore several other important topics such as how to lose weight and keep it off, what to eat and drink, how to achieve a healthy life and the satiety lifestyle.
Maybe you are curious to know about how on earth we can feel full while consuming only a satisying amount of food and still take in fewer calories? Well then, in order to know that, you have to understand the principle of energy density. An energy density of a food is the ratio of calories to the weight of food and this means that in general, portions that weighs more are also bigger in volume. For example, if you plan to consume 100 calories, you can eat a ¼ cup of raisins or nearly 2 cups of grapes.
Butter, which is a high- fat food, are very energy dense. Do you know that two teaspoons of butter have the same number of calories as a slice of bread? For example, you can choose to eat French bread with two teaspoons of butter with an energy density of 4.0 for one slice per serving; or on the other hand, you can eat French bread without butter with an energy density of 2.75 for two slice per serving. Always bear in mind that a high energy density food provides a large amount of calories in a small weight while a low energy density food tends to have fewer calories for the same weight. Therefore, make the right decision and choose wisely. Your weight is on the line.
What’s more, this book also explore the five major component of diet which is Fat, Carbohydrates, Protein, Alcohol and Water and what they can do to your body. You can also make use of the energy density spectrum (including calories) for a wide variety of foods. These charts can be extremely useful to those who wishes to lose weight while eating more, and not eating less. To top it all, there is also a Menu Plan included in this book. You can create your own weight management program by referring to this helpful Menu Plan which is based on the principles of volumetrics. The authors offer 60 sensible, tasty, and easy recipes that includes an integrated program of exercise as well as behaviour management.
So, what are you waiting for? I suggest that you buy this book and make it a catalyst in assisting you in losing weight. Or your excess fat. Trust me, you have nothing to lose. Happy reading!
Maybe you are curious to know about how on earth we can feel full while consuming only a satisying amount of food and still take in fewer calories? Well then, in order to know that, you have to understand the principle of energy density. An energy density of a food is the ratio of calories to the weight of food and this means that in general, portions that weighs more are also bigger in volume. For example, if you plan to consume 100 calories, you can eat a ¼ cup of raisins or nearly 2 cups of grapes.
Butter, which is a high- fat food, are very energy dense. Do you know that two teaspoons of butter have the same number of calories as a slice of bread? For example, you can choose to eat French bread with two teaspoons of butter with an energy density of 4.0 for one slice per serving; or on the other hand, you can eat French bread without butter with an energy density of 2.75 for two slice per serving. Always bear in mind that a high energy density food provides a large amount of calories in a small weight while a low energy density food tends to have fewer calories for the same weight. Therefore, make the right decision and choose wisely. Your weight is on the line.
What’s more, this book also explore the five major component of diet which is Fat, Carbohydrates, Protein, Alcohol and Water and what they can do to your body. You can also make use of the energy density spectrum (including calories) for a wide variety of foods. These charts can be extremely useful to those who wishes to lose weight while eating more, and not eating less. To top it all, there is also a Menu Plan included in this book. You can create your own weight management program by referring to this helpful Menu Plan which is based on the principles of volumetrics. The authors offer 60 sensible, tasty, and easy recipes that includes an integrated program of exercise as well as behaviour management.
So, what are you waiting for? I suggest that you buy this book and make it a catalyst in assisting you in losing weight. Or your excess fat. Trust me, you have nothing to lose. Happy reading!
7 Perkara Yang Dilarang Selepas Makan, Berwaspadalah Bagi Mengekalkan Kesihatan
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1.Jangan merokok – eksperimen yang dijalankan oleh pakar membuktikan bahawa menghisap rokok sesudah makan adalah bersamaan dengan menghisap 10 batang rokok (peluang untuk mendapat kanser adalah tinggi)
2.Jangan terus memakan buah-buahan – Memakan buah-buahan sebaik sahaja selepas makan akan menyebabkan perut kembung kerana dimasuki angin. Oleh itu, makanlah buah-buahan 1- 2 jam selepas sesuatu hidangan atau 1 jam sebelumnya.
3.Jangan minum teh – Kerana daun teh mengandungi kandungan asid yang tinggi. Bahan ini boleh menyebabkan kandungan protein di dalam makanan yang dimakan akan menjadi keras, justeru ianya lebih sukar untuk dihadam
4.Jangan longgarkan tali pinggang anda – Melonggarkan tali pinggang sesudah makan dengan mudahnya akan menyebabkan usus berpusing dan amp tersekat
5.Jangan mandi - Mandi akan menyebabkan peningkatan aliran darah ke tangan, kaki dan badan, justeru jumlah darah disekeliling perut akan menurun. Ini akan melemahkan sistem penghadaman di dalam perut kita.
6.Jangan berjalan-jalan – Biasanya orang akan mengatakan bahawa berjalanlah seratus langkah sesudah makan dan anda akan hidup sehingga berusia 99 tahun. Hakikatnya, ini adalah tidak benar. Berjalan akan menyebabkan sistem penghadaman tidak berupaya untuk menyerap nutrien daripada makanan yang dimakan.
7.Jangan terus tidur – Makanan yang dimakan tidak akan dapat dihadam dengan sempurna. Ini akan membawa kepada keadaan gastrik dan jangkitan di dalam usus kita.
2.Jangan terus memakan buah-buahan – Memakan buah-buahan sebaik sahaja selepas makan akan menyebabkan perut kembung kerana dimasuki angin. Oleh itu, makanlah buah-buahan 1- 2 jam selepas sesuatu hidangan atau 1 jam sebelumnya.
3.Jangan minum teh – Kerana daun teh mengandungi kandungan asid yang tinggi. Bahan ini boleh menyebabkan kandungan protein di dalam makanan yang dimakan akan menjadi keras, justeru ianya lebih sukar untuk dihadam
4.Jangan longgarkan tali pinggang anda – Melonggarkan tali pinggang sesudah makan dengan mudahnya akan menyebabkan usus berpusing dan amp tersekat
5.Jangan mandi - Mandi akan menyebabkan peningkatan aliran darah ke tangan, kaki dan badan, justeru jumlah darah disekeliling perut akan menurun. Ini akan melemahkan sistem penghadaman di dalam perut kita.
6.Jangan berjalan-jalan – Biasanya orang akan mengatakan bahawa berjalanlah seratus langkah sesudah makan dan anda akan hidup sehingga berusia 99 tahun. Hakikatnya, ini adalah tidak benar. Berjalan akan menyebabkan sistem penghadaman tidak berupaya untuk menyerap nutrien daripada makanan yang dimakan.
7.Jangan terus tidur – Makanan yang dimakan tidak akan dapat dihadam dengan sempurna. Ini akan membawa kepada keadaan gastrik dan jangkitan di dalam usus kita.
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