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Deal With Winter Aches and Pains

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:52:58 +0000

When it comes to body pains and aches, what you eat plays a role. A deficiency in two components, in particular, can make body pains and aches worse. One vitamin deficiency that’s been associated with generalized pains and aches is vitamin D. According to a report published by Pain Treatment Topics, people who have chronic lower back pain are often found to have low vitamin D levels. Even more compelling is that fact that people with lower back pain who are supplemented with vitamin D frequently experience an improvement in their symptoms.

It’s not just back pain that’s helped by vitamin D Studies have shown that people who complain of generalized, non-specific pains and aches commonly have vitamin D levels and may experience improvement with vitamin D supplements. Vitamin D deficiency is a known cause of muscle pain and weakness, so it’s not surprising that a deficiency would make some people’s aches and pains worse. This situation becomes even more common in the winter when people are exposed to less sunlight – the primary source of vitamin D. Some studies have even shown that progression of osteoarthritis can be slowed down by keeping vitamin D levels within the high normal range.

Obviously getting enough vitamin D seems to be important for dealing with winter aches and pains; but there’s another nutritional component that may help – omega-3’s. Omega-3’s are the polyunsaturated fatty acids found in fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel and available for supplementation in the form of fish oil capsules another supplement is glucosamine. Some studies have shown that omega-3 supplementation helps the pain and inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Another small study found it to be as effective as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for relieving back and neck pain.

The good news is both vitamin D and omega-3’s are safe for most people to take in moderate doses, although people who have bleeding problems or take blood thinners shouldn’t take supplemental omega-3’s. Although you could get the same effects from sunlight exposure and eating fatty fish, this isn’t practical for everyone especially during the winter months. If you suffer from chronic pains and aches during the winter, talk to your doctor about getting a blood test to check vitamin D levels and, possibly, starting vitamin D and omega-3 supplements. It’s a safer and more natural solution than taking pain medications.

Hula Hooping For Fitness

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:51:09 +0000

Who remembers having a hula hoop as a child or even using the wooden ones in school as part of physical education? Hula hoops are set for a massive comeback the phenomenon is already spreading at an alarmingly fast rate.

Hooping has become popular because anybody can do it from all age groups young and old. Hooping a simple hoop works more that 30 core muscles which is surprisingly good and can boost stamina and strength. Possibly the best part of hooping is the selection of body parts you work “it’s normal to lose inches and firm your mid section and other areas when you hoop”.

Unlike many other types of fitness regimes or memberships hooping is possibly one of the most cost effective ways to lose weight and tone up.

New Arthritic Relief Using Charged Needles

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:56:27 +0000

A new study in the U.S has seen 180 men and women receive the new treatment. The study showed a pain levels were reduced by more than a third. The therapy which is known as Perisosteal involves direct electrical stimulation of the periosteum.
The way it’s thought to work is the stimulation interferes with the pain signals. The treatment consists of four fine needles are placed in the periosteum for one minute.
This is great news for suffers, it’s thought that this treatment will be available in the next few years. Until then the best aid to painful joints is glucosamine and glucosamine gel.

Aronia berries a new super food

Tue, 26 May 2009 10:14:06 +0000

The latest super fruit is small yet super strength. The aronia berry was found by the Fuji Women’s University. The fruit has high antioxidant properties, making it an effective natural treatment for stomach problem even including ulcers.

Preliminary research at Maryland University has shown a possible defence against colon cancer. The Aronia berry is also known as the ‘chokeberry’ and contains high levels of anthocyanins, which reduces the development of blood clots in return reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Have A Coffee After The Gym

Thu, 21 May 2009 18:51:16 +0000

Sometimes after you’ve been training water is the last thing you want. Dr David Katz a director of the Prevention Research Centre at Yale Uninversity suggests that water doesn’t directly help with weight loss and it doesn’t contribute either. Having a cup of coffee after your workout either cardio or weight training will boost your metabolism further, make sure the coffee is sugar free!

3 Steps to Increase Bulking

Thu, 07 May 2009 21:25:54 +0000

Strong Foundations

Some of the most basic exercises can help you bulk, bench presses, deadlifts, squats just to name a few engage large muscle groups which is a necessity for muscle growth.

Eating More Food

When you’re building muscle you need a constant supply of energy. You can accomplish this by eating 5 -7 small meals a day. The best way is to structure your meal routine is from waking up in the morning and then at every 1.5 hour – 2 hours intervals. It’s also important you eat the correct foods and also take some supplements or sports nutrition.

Reduce the Cardio

Cardio is great if you’re looking to lose weight but when your bulking this could seriously slow down your progress and any noticeable changes. Doing cardio maximises strength to weight ratio this in return cuts muscle mass.

Summer Slimming With Patches

Thu, 07 May 2009 06:08:03 +0000

1. Trim 24 Seven Pink Patch

This slimming aid better known as the pink patch contains 9 powerful slimming ingredients. These include Fucus Vesiculosus, Guarana, 5HTP, Zinc Pyruvate, Lecithin, Yerba Mate, Flax Seed Oil, L Carnitine, and Zinc Citrate. The idea behind the patch is to deliver a constant supply over 24 hours of natural slimming ingredients.

2. Hoodia Patches

Just like the pink patch the hoodia patch delivers a 24 hour supply of hoodia gordonii. This natural slimming aid has been used for centuries by the Sans Bushmen of the Kalahari. Properties of hoodia gordonii help control and suppress the appetite.

3. Hoodia Gordonii & Green Tea Patch

Based upon the hoodia patch this patch also contains green tea. Which has recently been in the press for being an effective antioxidant. This patch helps with weight loss but also helps remove the nasty toxins within the body which can cause you to feel sluggish and lethargic.

4. Fat Burner Patch

Built using the same powerful slimming ingredients contained within the pink patch. This fat burner patch is available in a smaller pack size for people who don’t wish to buy thirty. The fat burner patch is available on both the Health Rack and Winning Ways Sports.