Archive for August, 2010

Old School Toughness

August 31, 2010
Author: MyHealthisNo1

When I was three or five I would watch my dad while he works out in our backyard. He would lift different size dumbbell weights. Back then, fitness gyms were very few and extremely dirty. So one has to make do by lifting dumbbell weights. Also, no instructions are needed. Just lift and lift again until tired.

Dumbbell weights are old school but they are still used today. Actually, they are making a comeback. Kettle balls are so popular today. When I started working out, the fitness craze was at its peak. Everyone it seemed had a gym membership. Gyms are full of hi-tech looking machines that takes genius to find out how to use it. Now, a resurgence in old school training is making a comeback. Carry different heavy stuff and go through the full range of motion. Use a dumbbell, kettle ball, medicine ball or even a heavy chain.

The Need for Air Filtration in our Homes

August 27, 2010
Author: MyHealthisNo1

Indoor air quality has become an important issue in our homes. Maintenance and engineering managers made us conscious of the impact of air filtration systems in our homes. Air filters are devices that remove solid particles such as dust, pollen, mold and bacteria from the air. Others are chemical air filters that remove airborne molecular contaminants such as volatile organic compounds. Both are used to improve the quality of the air that people breathe.

There are different types of filters. Some are disposable fiberglass filters that are layered over each other to form a filter media. Polyester and pleated filters are similar to fiberglass filters except that they have higher resistance to airflow. What we really want are High Efficiency Particulate Air filters commonly referred to as HEPA. These units filter the air passing through them at a very fine scale.

Acai Berry Fruit Freeze

August 27, 2010
Author: MyHealthisNo1

One way to take the acai berry supplement is having them freeze dried and put in a capsule. The freeze dried acai contains an amazing amount of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Just one capsule a day and you can definitely reap the benefits of this superfruit.

Here are some of the health benefits of this amazing fruit:

  • high antioxidant properties that fights against free radicals
  • high fiber contents
  • improves digestions
  • helps with overall healthy weight
  • improves alertness
  • increase energy
  • reports of potential slow down of aging
  • helps promote healthy sleep patterns
  • helps to build and maintain immune system
  • improves heart health
  • reduces cholesterol levels
  • as it is low in sugar, it would be a healthy fruit intake for those who are diabetics

There is a Medical ID for Every Taste and Budget

August 25, 2010
Author: MyHealthisNo1

Examples of medical conditions that will warrant a tag are Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy and drug allergies. If a person has a rare blood type or a pacemaker, he will want to wear medical ID charms providing the information. Depending on the size of the tag, other important information may also be included. Information such as telephone numbers of relatives or of his personal doctor can be a great help to emergency practitioners. It can make a difference between saving the patient and allowing the condition to worsen.

A medical ID can be anything from a stainless steel tag hanging from a stainless steel bracelet to a tag made of precious metal attached to a gold chain. Some, especially women, prefer it to be a form of jewelry. It can be decorated with some beads or stones. There are styles for every taste and budget. What is important is that it is not cumbersome to wear and have clear engravings that are easy to read.

The Common Option for Breast Enhancement

August 25, 2010
Author: MyHealthisNo1

Many women dream of having larger breasts. To achieve this, there are limited options. One of the more common means is through breast implants. It may be common but it is fraught with controversies. Although they have been deemed reasonably safe and effective by the FDA, they still carry risks, and they are not for everyone.

It is interesting to learn about the risks that breast enhancement brings. It is a surgical procedure; with it comes the usual effects of anesthesia, infection, swelling, bleeding and pain. Breast implants can also deflate if saline solution leaks when the shell is damaged. Deflated breast implants will need further surgery to remove and replace. Even without deflation, breast implants can wear out over time.