Do you have dumbells?
I was shopping at Target and decided to have a look at the exercise equipment and supplies on one of their aisles and I found a large selection of dumbells. I picked a couple out ( 5 lbs. each) and have been using them almost every day since.
I keep them at my feet at the side of my desk and whenever I am on the phone or waiting for something to complete, I will pickup the dumb bells and do a little light weight lifing!
It may not be a full workout but I have noticed my arms are already getting bulkier and more toned! I highly recommend you grab a cheap set of dumbells and keep them near for impulsive use like I do!
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1. Try Yoga: Yoga is a great way to reduce stress, which contributes to high blood pressure. But there are some poses in particular recommended for those wanting to level out their blood pressure. These include:
* forward bends like virasana and upavista konasana, which are both sitting postures
* horizontal asanas which allow the heart beat to slow down when they are practised slowly and rhythmically
* asanas like uttanasana and adhomukha savasana
2. Regular exercise: It doesn't have to be yoga. Any regular exercise like walking, biking or gardening is great for lowering blood pressure. Your physician will be able to give you an exercise plan that suits your heart condition and physical fitness levels. It's important not to overdo it too quickly. Tai chi is actually an excellent way to reduce blood pressure. Like yoga, it is relaxing, rhythmical, a stress reducer, and has great benefit on the nervous and parasympathetic systems within the body.
3. Eat more bananas! Bananas are high in potassium, which is great for reducing high blood pressure. Other dietary improvements include eating more fruit and vegetables generally. Studies have found 8 servings of fruit and vegetables daily to be preferable, with these having a particular benefit for cardiovascular health:
* Lettuce
* spinach
* cauliflower
* cabbage
* broccoli
* swiss chard
* citrus fruits
And when these changes are combined with exercise, there are more significant improvements in blood pressure.
4. Make sure you get your folic acid: A study by the Harvard Medical School looked at the benefits of folic acid on blood pressure, and found it to be highly beneficial, particularly amongst younger women. It seemed to have a protective effect against high blood pressure. Younger women who took at least 1mg of folic acid a day lowered their risk of hypertension by 46%. Older women who had reasonable amounts of folic acid daily lowered their risk by 18%. The study was conducted on 156,000 nurses, 19,720 of whom had high blood pressure.
5. Blessed chocolate: Dark chocolate, and foods and supplements that had high levels of cocoa including chocolate confectionary, cocoa sandwich filling and drinks, have been found to be associated with a lower blood pressure and reduced risk of dying from any cause in a small study conducted on 470 elderly men (they were on average 72 7ears old). The study followed them for 15 years, and those that ate more than 2.3 grams of cocoa a day had lower blood pressure than those that didn't. Researchers believe it is the flavanol component of cocoa that provides this beneficial effect.
Before thinking this is a green light to eat lots of chocolate, you'll need about 100 grams of dark chocolate a day to get the blood pressure benefits. That equates to an extra 500 calories per 100 grams, with an average fat content of 30%. Raw cocoa is not well taken by people when it is eaten in large amounts. The calorie and fat considerations need to be taken into account, although there are some chocolate bars out there that have a higher flavanol content.
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Would you be surprised to learn that you can protect your heart more effectively through taking high-quality nutritional supplements than through taking cholesterol-lowering drugs? This is the message of a book entitled "Cholesterol Conspiracy" written by Ladd McNamara, M.D., a board-certified physician and expert in nutritional medicine. In his 85-page book with 167 references Dr. McNamara explains that most people who die of heart disease have normal cholesterol levels! The most common form of heart disease nowadays is atherosclerosis (damaged arteries which are possibly clogged due to plaque formation).
Heart disease kills 725,000 Americans annually - it is the #1 killer in the US today. An early idea was that cholesterol is the culprit of this disease. Dr. Ladd McNamara sheds light on the history:
Dr. Ladd McNamara convincingly argues that there is no scientific evidence supporting the prescription of statin-cholesterol lowering drugs to an ever increasing number of people and that there is a much more effective solution.
The recommendation is to be quite cautious about using cholesterol-lowering drugs which can damage your liver, reduce the amounts of a critical enzyme (Co-Q10) needed for energy production in every cell (especially in the heart!) and has many other negative side effects. Instead, it is recommended to take a high-quality nutritional supplement and keeping your LDL from getting oxidized. You can also ask your doctor to measure your homocysteine level (should be below 6.5) and CRP.
For more information and detailed recommendations please contact Stephie Althouse, Ph.D., at 858-229-3379 or email at Stephiealthouse@yahoo.com
Stephie Althouse is a Ph.D. chemist who has worked in research and development for 16 years and is the recipient of several prestigious awards. About 2.5 years ago she became very interested in cellular nutrition, i.e., the field that is concerned with providing the correct nutrients to each and every cell in our body to maintain optimum health, prevent chronic degenerative diseases and slow aging. She has counceled many people on improving their health via establishing a high-quality nutritional supplementation program tailored to their needs, and via recommendations for healthier eating and physical exercise. Dr. Althouse works closely with medical doctors who are experts in nutritional medicine - unfortunately, this is still a rare combination. The philosophy of these doctors is not anti-drugs or anti-surgery but instead they recognize that much can be accomplished by looking to nutrition first.
Understanding Cholesterol
Cholesterol is found in our blood, having a high level of cholesterol is not exactly a disease but a metabolic derangement. High cholesterol has been attributed to the more common problems including: diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome, kidney disease, hypothyroidism, anorexia nervosa, Zieve’s syndrome, family history, a diet in high saturated fat, being overweight or obese, or simply a lack of physical activity. The following are some of the natural remedies available...
Guggul Gum
Although this item was originally used to treat obesity, today it is used as a natural way to help lower cholesterol as well as decrease blood pressure.
Poliocosanol
Poliocosanol is derived from sugar cane wax and is considered to be both safe and effective. It cab lower your LDL cholesterol levels, prevent oxidation of LDL cholesterol, as well as helps to promote normal blood fluidity.
Other Items
Garlic is another item that is used to treat high cholesterol, as well as fish oil, beta-sitosterol, and psyllium. All of these products are considered to be extremely resourceful items that are an alternative form of medicine, and which can help in various ways to lower cholesterol levels. Combining any of these methods with a healthy diet and proper physical activity is the absolute best way to not only lower your cholesterol, but to maintain it at a healthy level. You can learn how to lower your cholesterol level naturally by visiting Herbal-Nutrition-Supplements-Guide.com to read up further on herbs for high cholesterol.
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Scientists at WITS university have discovered that biting your fingernails greatly increases your chances of heart disease. They also have seen a likelihood that you life expectance will be dramatically shortened to that of a heavy smoker.
The heart problems are caused by Bacterial Endocarditis which is an infection of the hearts inner lining (endocardium) and / or the heart valves. Bacterial Endocarditis occurs when bacteria enters the blood stream, either though Finger Nail Biting or dental procedures. The bacteria then lodges itself heart valves or other damaged heart tissue This will eventually lead to extensive heart damage which will in turn cause it to fail.
Apart from finger nail biting, you can contract Bacterial Endocarditis through other forms of surgery or dental procedures, teeth whitening is also a culprit. Some other medical procedures (such as colonoscopy, cryoscopy and sigmoidoscopy) increase the risk of bacteria entering the bloodstream.
Flu like symptoms, fever, chills, shaking are signs that you may have contracted Bacterial Endocarditis. You should talk to your doctor immediately. Your doctor will then need to do more tests, such as blood tests and echocardiography (ultrasound) to find out if you have Bacterial Endocarditis.
Usual treatment is a hospital stay for a few days with antibiotics. Antibiotics are usually started intravenously in the hospital, but many people can finish their treatment at home. For more complicated infections, heart surgery may be needed.
Long term damage can occur even if Bacterial Endocarditis is treated. Your heart may be weakened by the infection and may not pump properly, their also may be blood clots or damage to the heart muscle. People who do not seek treatment for Bacterial Endocarditis may risk facing death.
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