Showing posts with label Hormones. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hormones. Show all posts

Friday, 24 April 2015

10 surprising things that improve your sex life

Crazy things that make sex better

Lots of things can improve your sex life, but some of them can be strange, scary and very surprising. Here are 10 shocking things that can make your sex life fantastic:
10 surprising things that improve your sex life

Embracing your booty

You may hate your big behind, but the chances are he secretly loves it. Although a lot of women want smaller butts, research has found that men are attracted to bigger rears because they signal a woman’s fertility.

The Swiss-ball

It turns out that the most fun piece of gym equipment around can also improve your sex life. Guys, you should do Swiss-ball press-ups, whilst girls you should use the Swiss ball to do kegels and ball squeezes. This will strengthen your pelvic floor muscles.

Celery

The time when a salad was a food for girls is gone fellers, and if you want to improve your sex life you better start chomping on the green stuff. Celery releases pheromones when you eat it that turn you on, and in turn makes you more attractive to women.

Sex bans

Denying yourself for short periods will give you a great build up and when you do finally indulge, the sex will be amazing. If you can’t manage a sex ban, instead use the no-touch rule, where you can’t touch your bed buddy, unless you use a “tool”, like a scarf or a feather. 

Hugging

Research suggests that the closer a couple feels to each other the more sex they have. Hugging increases your oxytocin levels – the hormone that makes us feel intimate with the person we’re hugging. So if you want more loving, get cuddling.

Scars

Although scars may make you think of pirates, apparently women love them. Men with mild facial scars were ranked as more attractive. For those guys who want a long-term girl though, scars are not the thing to go for. Women said men with scars were not marriage material.

Having another birthday

If you want better sex then it’s time to have another birthday as researchers have found that older people have better sex. They cite better body image, more confidence and a stronger relationship as being the key reasons older people have better sex.

Sucking toes

For many the thought of someone else’s feet makes them queasy, but to a lot of people feet are a big, big turn on. In fact, feet are the most popular fetish, so even if you don’t think you like your partner’s toes maybe it’s time you give them a little attention – you may be surprised. 

Chocolate

Not many people need an excuse to tuck into some chocolate, but if you are one of those people then remember that a few squares of dark chocolate can boost both your energy levels and your mood; in turn this will improve your sex life.

Long legs

We all know that men love long legs, but it seems women like their guys to have a giraffe-like pair of pins too. People whose legs are 5% longer than average are considered more attractive. So if you want more sex invest in some high heeled shoes.

Thursday, 16 April 2015

Hypothyroidism in Women - What You Need to Know?


A doctor checks a woman’s thyroid for swelling and discomfort.
While hypothyroidism can, and does, affect both men and women, women are more likely to suffer from an underactive thyroid gland than their male peers. Furthermore, because of the differences within the male and female body, hypothyroidism can impact a woman in different ways than it impacts a male. These are the topics and issues to be addressed within this article, and they're extremely important topics and issues for women with an underactive thyroid, or women who suspect they may have one.
General Hypothyroidism Symptoms
Knowing the symptoms of hypothyroidism, and what to look for is extremely important. Because the thyroid gland regulates and/or affects so many different functions in the female body, being aware of all the symptoms associated with hypothyroidism can help you to be more aware of if or when you have an issue. It is also important to note that hypothyroidism is a slow onset condition. Instead of setting in all at once, or over a couple days like a common cold, hypothyroidism often sets in over several years.
Initial symptoms of an underactive thyroid present at tiredness or fatigue. As your condition progresses, you may experience weight gain, constipation, depression, joint or muscle pain, muscle weakness, increased cold sensitivity, heavy periods or periods that increase in duration, pale and/or dry skin, a hoarse voice, puffy skin (especially in the face), and increased fatigue.
If you're experiencing these symptoms, have your doctor test your thyroid function, as well as your bad cholesterol levels (LDL). High LDL levels are often associated with hypothyroidism, and can cause additional issues in conjunction with your underactive thyroid symptoms.
Unique Impact of Hypothyroidism on Women
In addition to the above general symptoms of hypothyroidism, an underactive thyroid impacts women in some very unique ways. The thyroid gland as a great deal to do with the reproductive system of a woman, and thus, having an underactive thyroid creates a number of different reproductive and puberty issues.
The thyroid is extremely important in the regulation of puberty, and individuals that experience early or late onset of puberty are generally able to attribute that irregular onset to their thyroid levels. An underactive thyroid will cause late puberty, and may also stunt other areas of growth. Along with puberty onset, an underactive thyroid can also cause issues with the menstrual cycle, making a women's periods very heavy, or longer than usual. Hypothyroidism can also cause irregular periods, or the disappearance of periods entirely. Because of this wide variance in the impact of menstruation, it is important to seek the assistance of your gynecologist if you experience changes in your menstrual cycle, even if they seem minimal in nature, and especially if they are accompanied by other symptoms that may signal an underactive thyroid issue.
As you may expect from the impact on menstruation, hypothyroidism also causes reproductive issues in women. An underactive thyroid impacts ovulation, and may impair or prevent ovulation, thus decreasing fertility. It also increase the risk for ovarian cysts, but oddly enough, increases milk production within the breasts.
During pregnancy, slow thyroid function can harm your growing baby, as well as increase your risk for postpartum thyroid issues. In many cases, hypothyroidism during pregnancy triggers postpartum thyroiditis. If you suspect an issue with your thyroid prior to getting pregnant, be sure to have a thorough evaluation, and remedy the issue as soon as possible. If you're already pregnant, consult your doctor for treatment options that are safe for you and your baby.
As if these issues weren't enough, hypothyroidism can also cause issues with menopause, triggering early menopause in some individuals. Early menopause is considered menopause that onsets prior to, or during your early 40s. Unfortunately, after early menopause has onset, there is little you can do to stop it, and management will have to be discussed with your physician.
Hypothyroidism Treatment
Once you've been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, you can begin discussing treatment options with your physician. There are several different treatment and management options, and your treatment plan will depend on your preference, your doctor's preference, and the specifics on your particular condition.
The most common treatment option utilized by physicians is to prescribe replacement hormones to bring your levels back up to their normal levels. This hormone replacement generally comes in the form of a man-made thyroid hormone called T4. By taking this man-made T4, your body generally begins to produce it's own T3 (a secondary thyroid hormone produced from T4).
If your body doesn't begin to make it's own T3, your doctor may prescribe a man-made T3 hormone as well. This combination therapy will assist your body in getting back to normal, and to slowly eliminate your symptoms. In most cases, individuals who are diagnosed with hypothyroidism continue treatment with these man-made hormones for the duration of their lives. However, promise for hormone pill cessation has been shown in those who follow a thyroid and thyroid hormone healthy lifestyle, which includes a specific nutrition plan, as well as exercise
http://ezinearticles.com/?Hypothyroidism-in-Women---What-You-Need-to-Know?&id=8674550

Thursday, 9 April 2015

Fat-burning commandments you must abide by

Working out on a regular basis is just one part of losing weight - but there are plenty of other ways which can help you blast that unwanted fat. Follow these tricks and watch your waistline disappear...
  

 

Fat-burning commandments you must abide by

Keep cool, calm and collected

Stress can wreak havoc with your hormones, which will not only affect sleep patterns but can also promote fat stores.
Stress can also be a major trigger when it comes to visceral fat - body fat that is stored within the abdominal cavity and is therefore stored around a number of important internal organs such as the liver, pancreas and intestines.
This is the fat associated with increased risks of a number of health problems, including type 2 diabetes.
Taking time out to relax will help shift this fat while a good night’s sleep is also essential.

Grab an early night

If we don’t get enough shuteye then our metabolism slows down to conserve energy.
The slowdown then triggers the release of the hormone cortisol, which increases appetite and ultimately increases your calorie intake.
A study in Finland looked at sets of identical twins and discovered that in each set of siblings, the twin who slept less and was under more stress had more visceral fat.

Make time in the morning

We are always told breakfast is the most important meal of the day and it is when you are trying to get fit and stay fit.  Eating breakfast kickstarts your metabolism and the heartier the meal the better.
Research shows that people who skip breakfast are four and a half times more likely to be obese.
A further study published by the American Journal of Epidemiology, found that volunteers who consumed 22 to 55 per cent of their total calories at breakfast gained only 1.7 pounds on average over 4 years. Those who consumed zero to 11 per cent gained nearly 3 pounds.

Grab that coffee

Caffeine not only wakes us up, it also acts a stimulant to the metabolism, boosting it by 5 to 8 per cent which can equate to burning between 98 and 174 calories.
But when we say coffee, we’re not talking about a calorie laden special from your local coffee shop; we’re talking a black or white single shot.

Go organic

Researchers say eating organic foods can not only make you healthier but also live longer.
Fruit and artificial fertilisers have been shown to have significantly more key nutrients, including vitamin C, which can extend average lifespans typically by 25 days for men and 17 days for women.
Organic produce also has higher levels of compounds, which encourage the body to burn fat.
Canadian researchers found that dieters who ate regular fruit and vegetables had more pollutants from pesticides (organochlorines), which are stored in fat cells.
When they then dieted they experienced a greater-than-normal dip in their metabolism, making it harder to lose pounds.

Swap your three balanced meals for six smaller ones

By opting for six smaller meals instead of three main meals your body will be constantly supplied with all the nutrients it needs to look after itself and burn fat.
This means your resting metabolic rate increases and your body will be prevented from kicking into "starvation" mode. This is where your body starts burning muscle for energy, increasing your body-fat stores and slowing down your metabolism.

Stand up to fat

Periods of inactivity, of four hours or more, can cause a near shut- down of an enzyme that controls fat and cholesterol metabolism, according to Missouri University researchers.
So make sure you keep active, even while you work. It’s easy to get carried away working at your desk so set your alarm for regular intervals and even if you just walk around the office, or stand up and walk on the spot while talking on the phone, this will stop you going into standby mode.

Spice things up

Capsicum, the compound that gives chillies their heat, is great for firing up your metabolism, so make sure you keep a pack or even a jar of ready chopped chilli to hand so you can add to just about everything you cook.

Don’t get stuck in a rut

It’s easy to get stuck in a food routine, especially when dieting. You are so focussed on calorie intake that your body can start interfering too.
If you stick to the same number of calories on a daily basis your body will adjust by lowering its metabolic rate to prevent you from burning off too much body fat.
By varying your calorie intake every few days you will keep the starvation mechanism in check and continue to burn fat.

Wednesday, 4 March 2015

10 instant health boosters

Instant ways to boost your health

All too often we set ourselves health challenges that are so big that we rarely achieve them. Why not try some smaller, instant ways to boost your health while you work towards your long term goal? Here are 10 instant health boosters to help you out.
10 instant health boosters: Kiss

Take time out

Feeling anxious? Nothing boosts your health more quickly when you’re feeling stressed than a well-deserved five minutes dedicated to relaxation and deep breathing. Relaxation techniques are proven to lower your chance of heart disease and lower blood pressure.

Dance

Crank up that radio and start dancing! By putting weight onto your bones, they release more calcium which helps to prevent osteoporosis later in life, not to mention the amount of calories you can burn. You’ll feel great afterwards too!

Get your omega-3s

The omega-3 fatty acids found in fish reduce inflammation, lowering your risk ofheart disease and some forms of cancer. Simply adding some fish into a meal can give you a serious instant health boost.

Treat yourself to cocoa

Not all things that taste good are bad for you! A study published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry suggests that treating yourself to a warm mug of cocoa will boost your heart health, brain health and your immune system.

Clean your dashboard

Are you aware of the amount of germs harbouring on your dashboard? Germs love the cold habitat of your dashboard and, because of the air circulation in your car, they stay there for a long time. Don’t let your dashboard turn into a germ’s paradise – give it a good scrub!

Cold shower

While we’ve always associated cold showers with a bad day, it turns out that they can actually chill us out. Cold water urges the brain to release feel-good hormones that beat stress. Less stress = less chance of high blood pressure and heart disease. Don’t make yourself shiver though – just two or three minutes is enough to chill you out.

Kiss

According to research, kissing can get rid of allergies if you do it for at least 30 minutes. This might not be instant, but if it boosts our health then it’s another good excuse for kissing. Pucker up!

Laugh

Laughing allows your brain to release happy hormones and relieve stress. Watch a funny movie or go out for drinks with your friends and you’re sure to get your fix of happy hormones.

Drink lots of water

Yes, we know this one’s a classic but it really is one of the best instant healthboosters. Drinking plenty of water will help prevent urinary infections, improve the condition of your skin, flush your system and keep your kidneys in tip-top condition.

Sit up straight

Poor posture can lead to a curved spine, reduced lung function and shoulder and back pains. It’s not too late to correct the damage caused from slouching in the past though – sit up straight now!

Tuesday, 6 January 2015

Have We Discovered The Obesity Hormone? And Will Blocking It Keep Us Slim?

We're always looking for ways to cheat the system, when it comes to obesity and weightloss.
For those of us who aren't so sold on the traditional - and let's be honest, much safer and more straightforward - technique of using diet and exercise as a method of weight management, we're often looking around for an easy way out.
Global obesity is a real issue, but is this the answer? [Associated Press]Global obesity is a real issue, but is this the answer? [Associated Press]
Well, if easy ways out are your cup of tea, this new research could be all your prayers answered.
By blocking a particular enzyme, which in turn blocks a particular hormone we can trick the human body into metabolising everything that it digests, with much more efficiency.
So basically, you will literally be able to have your cake and eat it.
You too could be Gwyneth Paltrow eating a burger [Goop]You too could be Gwyneth Paltrow eating a burger [Goop]
The Break Down
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter or hormone. It's the one that helps you to feel elated.
There is something called "peripheral serotonin" though, which can also be present in the body.
Scientists at McMaster University have discovered that the presence of this peripheral serotonin may be directly related to the efficiency with which your body metabolises the food you put in it.
The serotonin regulates how our bodies burn calories.
Watching a control group of mice, as scientists often do, they observed that lighter mice had less of this brand of serotonin than the heavier mice.
Showing that this serotonin may hinder the body's ability to properly process food intake.
Taking the lighter group of mice aside, the ones which had developed an enzyme mutation inhibiting serotonin production, they then fed them a diet of high fat, to immitate the consumption of the average American.
They found that these mice still managed to remain light.

The Next Step
Is this the key to weight management? REALLY? [REX]Is this the key to weight management? REALLY? [REX]
Gregory Steinberg, one of the scientists involved in the study, has said: “What we discovered is that if we remove this enzyme either genetically or if we inhibit its activity using a chemical, a drug, the mice have low levels of serotonin and they didn't develop diabetes, obesity, or fatty liver disease,” Steinberg said.
The implication is that this process may be replicable among human beings.
And we'll be able to eat all the fatty fry up breakfasts we please!
What's The Problem?
If we think about this seriously for a minute, it becomes incredibly difficult to imagine any sensible doctor or nutritionist sanctioning the use of chemical inhibitors in order to allow people to stay slim while still eating unhealthy foods.
While this research may be used in part or even in full, in order to help treat and prevent cases of heart disease and obesity, we highly doubt it will be a "miracle drug" available to every Tom, Dick and Harry.
Also, as this is such new research, we have no grasp of the longer term implications for the human body.

Sorry to say it folks, but a healthy nutritional intake and regular exercise is still our doctrine of preference.

Wednesday, 24 December 2014

5 Christmas Hunger Triggers You Need To Avoid

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and doesn’t our waistline know it? After being good all year, Christmas comes and our healthy eating habits go out the window – hand over the mince pies!
And whilst it’s all too easy to get caught up in the festive magic, spare a little thought for the New Year you; the one sworn to a million New Year’s resolutions, in the hope a total detox will purge you of your dieting sins.
To make January much more bearable; refrain from overindulging this Christmas. Avoid these 5 hunger triggers, and you’re on the right track. 

 

5 Christmas Hunger Triggers You Need To Avoid

Stress

Christmas is a time of joy and happiness. However, this is soon forgotten when you’re fighting for TVs in Tesco / queuing for the Christmas turkey.
December sends us into panic mode. We need to buy the perfect present now.  To cope with the stress, we find comfort in our old friend, food. High-sugar, high-fat treats provide a warm – albeit temporary – sense of relief that everything’s going to be ok.  
Experts at Harvard Health say our sudden need for food during stressful times is caused by the hormone cortisol, which increases our appetite and makes us reach for the chocolate.
To avoid this trigger, take a step back. Christmas is supposed to be an enjoyable time so try not to worry. Plan, budget and don’t set expectations too high. Instead, dedicate your time to having fun with family and friends.

Tiredness

Christmas can sometimes up the workload, resulting in extra long days at the office and sleepy eyes. Rather than feeling super-festive, you’re desperate for an early night. And to make matters worse, tiredness is a common hunger trigger.
Scientists believe that those who sleep less tend to eat more. A study conducted by Andrew Calvinof the Mayo Clinic found that those who were sleep deprived consumed 550 more calories a day.  We over compensate for our lack of energy by eating sugary foods. Not only that, when we’re tired we tend to ditch cooking healthy meals in favour of takeaway and junk food.
Beat the need to snack by leaving the office on time and getting your 7-8 hours of sleep. It can impact your diet more than you realise. 

Boredom

Eating when bored happens to the best of us, especially at Christmas. You’re surrounded by your favourite foods; cheese, crackers, chocolate biscuits – it would be rude not to.
However, this is where the holiday weight creeps in. December 25th arrives and there’s nothing to do but put your feet up, watch festive films and eat your way through delicious foods.
If you can resist temptation, this is the perfect hunger trigger to try and beat. Ask family and friends to hold back on buying chocolate, avoid large portion sizes and be aware of ‘mindless’ eating. We tend to forget moderation at Christmas, and can pile on the pounds without even noticing.  

Winter Blues

Feeling down in the dumps is a good enough reason to reach for Christmas snacks. It’s cold, dark and we can’t wait for summer to come back. However, feeling sad during this season is serious business – don’t let sugary foods be your only source of comfort.
If you’re feeling low, call up an old friend. Time with your nearest and dearest is a guaranteed mood booster – as they say, a problem shared is a problem halved. Alternatively, dig out the gym gear and exercise. This not only helps you maintain a healthy weight over Christmas, but it also releases endorphins (happy hormones) that make you feel great about yourself.

Merriment

During December, our social calendar is packed with office parties and Christmas catch-ups. And not surprisingly, many of us tend to put on a little extra weight. The season dictates that we must have an amazing time – so prepare yourself for mince pies and mulled wine aplenty!
The key with this hunger trigger is to limit yourself. Amidst festivities, it’s hard to say no. As we all know, Christmas can get notoriously boozy. And whilst alcohol carries serious health risks, it’s also secretly calorific. One pint of beer for instance, is 180 calories.
And then there’s the hangover. The only way to wake up from the rotten headache and terrible tiredness is with a big greasy fry up. Christmas parties are the gift that keeps on giving – lots of calories.
Our advice? Take the healthy option once in while. Swap the glass of wine for a pint of water, share the wealth (selection boxes included) and try to make those Christmas treats last longer than Boxing Day.

Saturday, 1 November 2014

The 10 Week Wedding Body Challenge: Week Four - DIET & NUTRITION

If you've been ramping up the exercise, adding weight training and fat burning workouts to your regime and generally being active and healthy, there's one more thing to think about, and it's a big one.
Diet.Food: The other half of your wedding dress plan (REX)Food: The other half of your wedding dress plan (REX)
But we're not advocating the famous 'wedding diet' or anything remotely crash-diet like. If you're aiming to transform your body to look its best (which we are), this will only have the opposite effect.
So PT Scott Laidler explains what you actually have to do to achieve the right kind of weight loss - and not be miserable in the run up to your big day.Scott LaidlerScott Laidler
"It’s easy to ‘lose weight’ by being overly restrictive with your calories, but being overly restrictive, cutting calories and avoiding carbs will leave you feeling lethargic, irritable, even foggy - not great when you need to be on the ball for final wedding planning," he explains.
"Even more importantly, drastic ‘weight loss’ usually involves losing a lot of water and muscle, which may mean you fit into your dress but your muscles will feel depleted, and soft to the touch - not particularly healthy-looking and hardly ideal for the honeymoon.Jennifer Aniston's incredible bod is built on healthy eating and hard work (REX)Jennifer Aniston's incredible bod is built on healthy eating and hard work (REX)
Strong not skinny
"You want to achieve a firm, toned and defined figure, not a skinny one. This looks best in your wedding dress and on the beach, and will keep your energy levels soaring and you feeling great."
Plus you need enough energy to actually get through your workouts.

Scott's 'right way' to slim down
"Let’s throw the scales out and aim for positive composition change (losing fat rather than muscle and water) through a balanced and healthy approach to nutrition. Here’s how…"

1) Get the right macronutrient balance
I recommend the following split:
Protein 40-50 per cent
Fat 30-40 per cent
Carbs 10-20 per cent
"This is not what you will see in most recommendations. I have kept the carbs quite low because fat loss is our goal, but with the right type of carbs in your diet you will still be able to keep your blood sugar level and experience abundant energy."Processed foods are out. As delicious as they look... (Flickr/lifeontheedge)Processed foods are out. As delicious as they look... (Flickr/lifeontheedge)
2) Avoid all processed foods
That means no processed foods, microwave meals, crisps, cookies, sweets, soda drinks, anything that contains trans-fats.
3) Eat lots of leafy green vegetables
These are packed with nutrients and you can eat as much as you like of these with absolutely no fat gain.
4) Choose the ‘right’ carbs
Select carbohydrates that will give you energy without affecting your blood sugar levels.  (E.g. sweet potatoes, brown rice, wholegrain oats and quinoa.)
"Remember, your real enemy is always sugar or, in other words, poor quality carbohydrates.
"I’m highlighting this to reassert the importance of healthy fats in your diet. Healthy fats are absolutely essential for healthy hormones, they are also heavily involved in maintaining skin and hair health. So it makes sense that we don’t lose them in the run up to your wedding."



 
5)  AVOID
•    Never go too low with calories, it will drain you of your energy and lead to poor quality weight-loss.
•    Never try to exercise your way out of a poor diet - you can't. Exercise and healthy eating are a synergistic combination
6) Don't 'diet'
"Losing weight through healthy eating isn’t the same as dieting," explains Scott. "Dieting is temporary by nature but really sustained lean living comes from consistently eating the types of foods that create the best environment for your body.

If you're not sure what this shakes down to, take a look at this two-day meal plan to get an idea of the nutrient balance:

To begin with, knocking out your go-to comfort foods such as cakes, biscuits, crisps and takeaways can be tricky and the idea of cooking everything yourself can seem time consuming but 'eating clean' is actually not as hard as you'd think.








 

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    Thursday, 28 August 2014

    Can Obesity Lead to an Early Death

    There are so many unhealthy habits that we can, unfortunately, pick-up all too easily. Drinking, smoking, and overeating can all be extremely dangerous to your health. What's really more unhealthy, lighting up a pack of cigarettes per day or packing on a few extra pounds? New research conducted by the National Cancer Institute in Maryland indicates that both may be equally as hazardous for your health. Just as cigarettes can shave years off of your life, obesity can do the same.
    For a long time, being overweight was considered to be more of a cosmetic or vanity issue opposed to an actual health concern. This was until researchers started discovering that fat cells were not cells that did absolutely nothing. Instead, these fat cells were performing actual functions throughout the body. More specifically, fat cells were releasing hormones that were interfering with the body's immune system. These hormones were harming the body's ability to fight off foreign invaders -- including cancer cells.
    The negatives of packing on extra pounds don't stop at the body's immune system. Obesity is also associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea, reproductive problems, gallstone and more.
    Scientists calculated the number of years lost from a person's life from morbid obesity. This was calculated based on BMI or basal metabolic index. For instance, an individual with a BMI between 40 and 44.9 has the potential to lose 6.5 years from their life. A BMI of 45 to 49.9 has the potential to lose 8.9 years from their life. Individuals with a BMI of 50 to 54.9 could potentially lose 9.8 years of life. For those with a BMI of 55 to 55.9, the potential loss of years can range from 10 to 13.7 years.
    Researchers also uncovered that men who were extremely obese had a higher death rate than women who were extremely obese. (856 deaths compared to 663 in deaths per 100,000 per year). Comparing this to those with a normal BMI, there were only 347 deaths in men and 281 deaths in women. Researchers have found these findings to be quite significant when it comes to obesity and loss of life.

    What's the Solution to Our Obesity Problem?
    It is important to remember that this is not the only study that demonstrates a correlation between certain unhealthy habits and early death rates. It seems people are ignoring the dangers of obesity. The one thing that this study did not consider is that other causes of disease and death that traditional medicine is not taking into consideration.
    Some believe that one of the reasons for such prevalence when it comes to obesity is major changes to our food supply. Medical doctor William Davis, who is a cardiologist and author of the bestseller, Wheat Belly, indicates that genetically modified wheat ends up causing an addiction-like substances that are active in the brain. This is related to the desire to continuously eat more and more wheat. This does have the potential to contribute to morbid obesity; especially since the glycemic index of wheat is high and the food contributes to higher than usual release of insulin each time wheat is consumed. This release of excess insulin has the potential to cause diabetes.
    What Can You Do to Help Keep Obesity Away?
    The answer may just be as simple as take care of yourself. Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help to keep you at a healthy weight. Receiving routine medical care can also help to prevent and detect disease.
    To stay on top of the latest changes occurring in society, consult your chiropractor. Your chiropractor has an extensive background in a wide-variety of health-related concerns. Your chiropractor likely attends regular conferences and continuing education to help them stay on top of all the latest issues that may affect your health; including obesity. Your chiropractor will be happy to share information with you and develop a plan so that you are leading a healthy lifestyle.
    http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Obesity-Lead-to-an-Early-Death&id=8675663