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Get moving to lose those pounds !
Exercise The third leg of a weight control program relies on regular exercise to increase calorie expenditure. A nutritionally responsible method for weight reduction includes eating adequat...read more
Golden rules of dieting
The golden rule of dieting is to make rules that can be kept. This means that the must be practical, flexible and able to withstand weddings, weekends and holidays. I w...read more
Having healthy babies
In the past 10 years, scientific research has uncovered new and exciting information about some of the possible causes of developmental problems, including speech-language delays, autism, attention deficits and learning disab...read more
Hernia repair
You are going to have your hernia repaired by Laparoscopic or "Keyhole" Surgery. The surgeon will use small incisions to insert a camera and instruments. The smaller incisions will produce less pain...read more
How can you tell if someone has anorexia ?
There are various ways in which anorexia nervosa can be detected. The main point to remember is that people with anorexia are the masters of disguise. It must be appreciated that anorexia is predominantly a...read more
How fit are you?
Before you begin any form of exercise, its important that you run a couple of tests on yourself so you'll know where to start.Exercise is strenuous and we suggest that before you carry out any exercise, or ar...read more
How to control hypertension
Why me, why now? There are a number of reasons why people have hypertension. In the majority of cases, hypertension is caused by a combination of inherited and environmental factors. Certainly, a family hist...read more
Incorporating physical activity into your daily routine
You already know that getting at least 30 minutes of exercise each and every day is good for you, but putting that assertion into actual practice is an entirely different matter, right? Contrary to what you m...read more
Interval training
Interval Training is a method of gaining speed and leg strength without having to use weight-training equipment. A proper interval workout will leave you a quivering, sweat soaked mess, but t...read more
Menopause: signs and complications
What is menopause? Menopause is the medical term for the end of a woman’s menstrual periods. It is often called the "change of life" and marks the transition between a woman&...read more
Multistage fitness test (bleep test)
The test is maximal and progressive, in other words, easy at the start but harder towards the end.For the results to be valid you must give your maximum effort when performing the test, and therefore attempt ...read more
Natural antiaging skincares
Nothing has been more better pursued by people than antiaging methods. Since it is such a heart subject it involves a lot of mystique and unfounded beliefs. Sometimes myths are better looked at and believed than the naked tru...read more
Osteoporosis: calcium and vitamin D are key ingredients
People in the United States consume more dairy products and other foods high in calcium than the citizens of any other two nations on earth put together. Why is it then, that the U.S. has the world's highest rate of o...read more
Physiotherapy and Multiple Sclerosis
Both research and a wealth of 'user' experience show that physiotherapy has a vital role in containing the effects of MS. At Therapy Centres professionally qualified physiotherapists speciali...read more
Preparing for parenthood
Exercise classes Exercising in pregnancy is important for lots of great reasons: good blood flow - the increased oxygen is passed on to your baby releasing "happy hormones&q...read more
Psoriasis: how you can help yourself
Exercise is essential to preserve strength and maintain range of motion. Isometric exercise is often prescribed because it appears to be less damaging to inflamed joints. A range of motion pr...read more
Reasons for exercise
Why exercise? Enjoyment. Although it may seem hard to believe for novice exercisers, the main reason for participation in sport and exercise programmes is enjoyment. Although there may be little initial enj...read more
Reduce the risk of developing bowel cancer
Get to know your bowel pattern – This will enable you to know what is normal for you and to recognise when and if changes occur. Check your motions – look in the toilet pan, use a torch if t...read more
Self- help techniques to treat depression
Self - help involves a number of different approaches and techniques which may alleviate or even prevent mild depression. These techniques are complementary to professional treatment, and sho...read more
Sport and asthma
Exercise often leads to wheezing and coughing in people who have asthma. This type of asthma is known as Exercise Induced asthma (EIA).Some people only experience asthma duri...read more
Starting an exercise programme
Here's some great advice from Duke University Medical Center for starting to exercise: See your doctor Especially if you haven't been active in a long time, or haven't had a checkup recently, it's a good idea to have your d...read more
Suncry, notes and actions
Cupping Cupping is a cleansing technique often practiced by Oriental Medical Practitioners. It helps to break up congestion and relieve pain in the area being treated. It can be especially u...read more
Symptoms of asthma
Asthma symptoms vary from person to person and within each individual over time. Asthma attacks can range from mild to severe and can change severity at any given time. Symptoms vary dependin...read more
Ten secrets for losing weight
Attitude In order to succeed with your weight loss goals it is important to go into this program without thinking you are on a diet. What you need to do is change your behaviour and habits. This does no...read more
Ten tips to lose weight
Weight loss is an excellent resolution in spite of how difficult it may seem. Although there are many diets and fads that come and go, even a 10-pound weight loss can improve your health and your risk for dis...read more
The benefits of activity and exercise
Benefits Being active helps you to stay healthy. There are many different ways you can get active and finding a way that suits you is important. You may enjoy walking, running, dancing, surfing, going to the...read more
The fundamentals of resistance training
Resistance exercise is one of the three key components in a balanced exercis programme, the other two being cardiovascular and flexibility training. There are a number of principles, which apply to each of th...read more
The importance of combining nutrition and exercise for weight management
There are a number of key elements to achieving weight management goals. The major two are correct nutrition and relevant exercise. Weight loss is achieved by consuming fewer calories than your body uses and ...read more
The secret keys to anti aging health
Aging, is just a natural part of life. But even if you're getting older it doesn't mean you have to appear like it. By taking a few simple steps you can look and feel younger than you actually are.One of the ...read more
Three things we all want
Three universal-goals most of us share are: to live longer to live free of illness to control our weight Interestingly enough, normal walking lets us achieve all three...read more
Treating asthma under certian circumstances
Treating asthma in children Children with asthma, like adults with asthma, should see a doctor for treatment of their asthma. Treatment may include allergy testing, finding ways to limit con...read more
Upgrade your memory
Are there ways to train your memory? Yes! There are several strategies to improve memory."Hi! How are you? Thank you, you also look very well." if I can only remember your name…you were at th...read more
Weight loss and exercise
High intensity exercise or low intensity exercise, which will help you lose weight quicker? Let us first talk about what is low Iiensity exercise and what would be considered high intensity. ...read more
What if I have dementia?
A diagnosis of dementia comes as a shock. Even if you have been half expecting it, this will be a worrying and upsetting time. It will also be hard for those close to you. You will all need a great deal of re...read more
What is exercise-induced asthma
Exercise is a common trigger for asthma. It can affect anybody with asthma- children or adults, recreational sports players or elite athletes. What are the symptoms of exercise-induced asthm...read more
What is functional exercise?
Weight training or resistance training can be divided into two interrelated categories: bodybuilding and functional exercise. Most gym users are familiar with traditional bodybuilding exercis...read more
What to do if you want to gain weight
Most people who are thin tend to have a high metabolism. This means you need more carbohydrates to compensate for your bodies greater need for energy. If your body doesn’t get enough ca...read more
What to expect from your hernia repair
For many, hernia repair represents a ‘first surgical experience’ and despite some comments in the public domain to the contrary, the post-operative period can be a little uncomfortable and worryin...read more
What triggers asthma?
Asthma becomes worse when you are exposed to triggers. A trigger is anything, which makes your breathing difficult, or your asthma worse.People with asthma react to different triggers but com...read more
What you need to know about gestational diabetes
You found out you are pregnant. This is such a special time in your life. Everything is progressing along just fine and then you find out you have Gestational Diabetes, specifically, ...read more
Why can't I lose weight ?
Eating too much I am a strong believer in sound nutrition and preach that nutrition is not just how much you eat but when, what, and why? These three words determine if you lose weight or gain weight. Let&rs...read more
Why do I get asthma when exercising?
In many asthmatics, particularly children, breathlessness and wheezing is brought on by exercise. It might be the result of cold air and faster breathing.Exercise induced asthma usually occurs after about six...read more
Yoga systems
What is yoga? The system of yoga is based on an integrated holistic philosophy that covers every aspect of our lives. The red hyperlinks at the top of this page will take you to other pages where you c...read more
