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How to get over a break-up

June 11, 2010 By vani Leave a Comment

Melbourne, June 11 (ANI): With hotels offering packages that can help one beat the blues of a break-up, a psychologist has offered some tips on how one can get over the pain without spending a penny.

John Aiken, psychologist and author of Accidentally Single, has given ten tips on how one can get over a break-up, reports News.com.au.

The first tip is to avoid all contact with one’s ex-boyfriend or girlfriend.

The second is to begin a healthy lifestyle, by keeping fit, dieting and getting a good sleep.

The third step is to understand what went wrong in the relationship, and to analyse problems of both sides.

The fourth would be to identify what one would like in their next partner.

The fifth is to be aware of any problem patterns, such as communication, style, intimacy, or work hours, one had in the relationship and to change them.

The sixth point is to move on positively and not keep bring up the past.

The seventh tip is to avoid contact with social networks and places that one used to hang out with one’s partner.

The eighth suggestion is to spend more time with friends and family.

The ninth is to pursue independent interests previously put on hold like yoga, travel, and cooking.

And tenth, one needs to get some counselling if break-up problems/issues carry on for more than three months. (ANI)

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Brits spend over 14 hours a day sitting down

May 19, 2010 By vani Leave a Comment

London, May 19 (ANI): If a new study is to be believed, then the average Briton spends an average of 14 hours and 39 minutes sitting down every day.

Commuting to work, a day at the office and then an evening in front of the television take up most of an average Briton’s time, during which he sits – which means that they hardly spend any time standing.

Four hours and 17 minutes at their desk, a further two hours and 27 minutes parked in front of the TV, another two hours and 25 minutes to use a laptop or home computer, and exercises just twice a week for 25 minutes a time leaves no time for a Brit to stand on his feet.

Meal times mean people sit down for a further 33 minutes, while 54 minutes are dedicated to playing computer games.

Finally, before settling down to sleep at night, most people spend an hour and 10 minutes reading books or magazines.

The average Brit spends an hour and 41 minutes driving car each day and another 52 minutes on public transport.

“In a recession we have to work harder and for longer hours to make ends meet,” The Telegraph quoted Zoe Hellman, Company Dietician for Weight Watchers UK Ltd, as saying.

“So we therefore have less time and money to spend on exercise – but to spend over half our day sitting down is a health bomb waiting to happen.

“Incredibly, the average person only does 50 minutes of exercise each week – that”s just a quarter of what is recommended for a healthy lifestyle.

“We know that it can seem difficult to find the time to exercise, but there are ways to introduce it into even the busiest lifestyles.

“Walking up the stairs instead of taking the lift, parking further from the shops, walking for 30 minutes at lunchtime instead of sitting at the desk are all free and easy ways of keeping fit,” Hellman added.

Hellman’s company conducted the poll of 3,000 people in conjunction with the launch of its get active campaign.

Several blamed long working hours, lack of time and energy, laziness, amount of housework and children for not being able to exercise.

Zoe Hellman added, “Half an hour”s exercise each evening would actually help workers to wind down and de-stress, and could even induce a good night”s sleep afterwards.

“Mostly, this lack of exercise and movement is down to habit. People become so used to relaxing in front of the TV at the end of a busy day they choose that over a short jog or gym session.

“But exercise also has an important role in helping people to lose weight and for keeping your weight in check, in addition to the long term health benefits of being active.”

And when it comes to keeping fit – men are more likely to exercise to get fit and maintain good health, whereas women are most concerned about losing weight. (ANI)

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”Fountain of youth” steroids may provide protection against heart disease

May 18, 2010 By vani Leave a Comment

Washington, May 18 (ANI): Steroids sold as health supplements can switch on a natural defence mechanism against heart disease, according to University of Leeds researchers.

The University of Leeds biologists have identified a previously-unknown ion channel in human blood vessels that can limit the production of inflammatory cytokines – proteins that drive the early stages of heart disease.

After analyses, boffins found that this protective effect can be triggered by pregnenolone sulphate – a molecule that is part of a family of ”fountain-of-youth” steroids. These steroids are so-called because of their apparent ability to improve energy, vision and memory.

Collaborative studies with surgeons at Leeds General infirmary have shown that this defence mechanism can be switched on in diseased blood vessels as well as in healthy vessels.

So-called ”fountain of youth” steroids are made naturally in the body, but levels decline rapidly with age. This has led to a market in synthetically made steroids that are promoted for their health benefits, such as pregnenolone and DHEA. Pregnenolone sulphate is in the same family of steroids but it is not sold as a health supplement.

“The effect that we have seen is really quite exciting and also unexpected,” said Professor David Beech, who led the study. “However, we are absolutely not endorsing any claims made by manufacturers of any health supplements. Evidence from human trials is needed first.”

A chemical profiling study indicated that the protective effect was not as strong when cholesterol was present too. This suggests that the expected benefits of ”fountain of youth” steroids will be much greater if they are used in combination with cholesterol-lowering drugs and/or other healthy lifestyle strategies such as diet and exercise.

“These ”fountain of youth” steroids are relatively cheap to make and some of them are already available as commercial products. So if we can show that this effect works in people as well as in lab-based studies, then it could be a cost-effective approach to addressing cardiovascular health problems that are becoming epidemic in our society and world-wide,” Professor Beech added.

The study finding has been published in Circulation Research. (ANI)

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New Brit healthy eating initiative: nursery kids banned from having b’day cakes

May 11, 2010 By vani Leave a Comment

London, May 11 (ANI): A new British healthy eating initiative has asked a number of nurseries to ban children from having sweets or cakes to celebrate birthdays.

The “Pre-School Nutrition Project”, which was set up by Knowsley Borough Council and Chester University, sets out strict rules for nurseries which critics claimed risk “spoiling childhood”.

Sweets and cakes brought in for children’s birthdays cannot be eaten in the nursery, but must be handed to parents at the end of the day.

“Our Health & Wellbeing’s Early Years Healthy Eating Guidelines encourage nurseries to provide healthy snacks and treats for all children in their care, and encourages them to choose foods and drinks that are not high in sugar as part of a healthy lifestyle,” the Telegraph quoted Julie Tierney, the Assistant Public Health Director behind the scheme, as saying.

“It is important that special days are celebrated and nurseries are innovative and creative in the way that they do this without the need to give foods high in sugar,” she stated.

But Nick Seaton, who chairs the Campaign for Real Education, condemned the scheme.

“I am all for nurseries encouraging children to eat healthier. But banning sweets on birthdays is taking it too far,” he said.

“Diet is all about moderation and judgement. The powers that be should not be spoiling childhood all together.

“If you ban things completely some children will obviously rebel and it can be counter productive,” he added.

Researchers at Chester University will evaluate the scheme, and a final report will be delivered to council chiefs on May 28. (ANI)

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How to stay fit in flu season

September 20, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Washington, Sept 20 (ANI): As cold and flu season approaches, giving up junk food for more healthy options would help maintain a strong immune system.

Dr Ara DerMarderosian, professor of pharmacognosy for University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and an expert in nutraceuticals and natural foods, have provided guidance to change how you eat and break habits that pack on the pounds and compromise immunity.

? Don’t play “food police”

Be conscious of what and how much you eat, but don’t overdo self-monitoring to the point that a healthy lifestyle shifts from being a choice to becoming overwhelming, pushing other activities away and interfering with relationships.

? Pay attention to true hunger

Listen to your hunger signals and refrain from eating when you’re not hungry. Eating when your body doesn’t need food can cause you to overindulge.

? Eat slowly

Eat like a gourmet – enjoy each bite to have, chewing methodically, and truly enjoy the taste of your food. Eating slowly gives your body time to break down the food, which can prevent post-meal indigestion and feeling bloated.

? Focus on eating

Do not watch television, read or work while you eat. When you’re not focused on eating, it’s unlikely you’ll notice how much is going in your mouth.

? Avoid eating when stressed

Stress is a well-known cause of overeating and digestive issues, such as heartburn. A relaxing atmosphere, enjoyable company and conversation, and not feeling rushed for time makes for a healthy meal.

? Everything in moderation

Eating food is pleasurable, so enjoy a few morsels of candy, but limit the quantity. (ANI)

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Healthy lifestyle simplest, best way to cut breast cancer risk

September 1, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

London, Sept 1 (ANI): A healthy lifestyle, including keeping weight down, exercising for 30 minutes a day and limiting alcohol to a single drink a day, is the simplest and best way for women to cut the risk of breast cancer, says a new study.

The study by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF ) has found the strongest evidence yet that lifestyle is linked to the risk of developing breast cancer, reports The Times.

The research came to the conclusion after showing that more than four out of ten cases could be prevented if women exercised, limited their alcohol intake and maintained a healthy weight.

Breastfeeding also helps to reduce the risk of developing the disease, the scientists at Imperial College London said.

Arlene Wilkie, director of research and policy at Breast Cancer Campaign, said: “This review provides further evidence that maintaining a healthy weight throughout life along with regular exercise will reduce the risk of health problems such as breast cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and arthritis.” (ANI)

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Cycle rally promotes healthy lifestyle in Patna

August 9, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Patna, Aug 9 (ANI): Hundreds of enthusiastic residents in Patna participated in a cycle rally on Sunday to promote a healthy lifestyle among the masses and spread awareness about rising pollution levels.

Despite the drizzle, the cyclists rode through the roads of the city to relay their message that ‘they care’ about the environment and expect others to understand the need to preserve it.

The organisers believe that cycling can help curb pollution and is a good way of exercise for all those leading a sedentary lifestyle.

“We want to send the message that cycling can help us achieve a pollution free environment, we also want to say that there is a need to save energy, to lessen the traffic on roads, and tackling various other problems for the construction of a healthy society. We expect that the message reaches out to the people,” said Vivek Kumar, organiser of the rally.

The participants contended that cycling is a good alternate for driving and also a way to tackle the rising cost of POL (petroleum, oil and lubricants).

“Pollution is on the rise because of excessive reliance on these. The petrol and diesel resources may exhaust, we want to say that we should try to cope with these limitations and try, at our own level, to stop pollution,” said Balendra Kumar, a participant.

India has some of the most polluted cities in the world, many of them continually shrouded in eye-stinging smog of noxious fumes from cars and industry. (ANI)

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International Day against drug abuse observed in New Delhi

June 27, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

New Delhi, June 26 (ANI): The International Day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking was observed here today with a “run” organised against drug abuse.

Over 2,500 participants including one hundred recovered addicts, joined the three-kilometer run from Raj Ghat.

The main objective of the event was to create public awareness about the ill effects of drug abuse and to prevent illicit trafficking of drugs.

Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, D. Napoleon presided over the event.

Speaking on the occasion, D. Napoleon, made a strong appeal to the people against drug abuse.

“By this run, we must create awareness among the people about drug abuse. Your place, your community, there is no place for drugs,” he said.

The initiative is being taken by the Asian Marathon Champion Sunita Godara for the past six years in collaboration with various government stakeholders, United Nations agencies and the corporate world.

Enthusiastic participants from various schools, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), police forces, National Cadet Corps (NCC), martial art students took part in the event.

The organisers hope that the campaign will send out a strong message of positive health, fitness and well-being and encourage participants to adopt a healthy lifestyle and build a drug free environment. (ANI)

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Girl scout meetings boost physical activity, promote healthy lifestyle

June 27, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Washington, June 25 (ANI): Organizations like Girl Scouts provide an ideal setting for girls to boost their physical activity and to promote a healthy lifestyle, according to a Kansas State University researcher.

Richard Rosenkranz, assistant professor in human nutrition at K-State, did a study using interventions with Girl Scout troops.

He trained group leaders to instruct exercise sessions and promote healthful eating, which led the girls to learn about a healthy lifestyle and increased their participation in exercise activities.

“We were striving to get the girls and parents to spend some of their leisure time together being active and taking steps together for fun and health,” he said.

For the two-year study, Rosenkranz worked with 10- and 11-year-old girls who were members of Girl Scout troops in Manhattan and the surrounding area.

The study involved nine troops, with five of the troops receiving an intervention.

“What we saw in the control troops was an environment where girls were sedentary for the vast majority of time at the meeting, combined with snacks that were less than health-promoting. This is just one part of a girl’s weekly or bi-weekly experience, but it offers the chance to provide an opportunity and a message for health promotion,” he said.

Rosenkranz trained the group leaders as part of the intervention.

They learned about the background of intervention activities, which included nutrition, family meals, physical activity and family connection.

They were also taught the expectations of being role models and providing a healthful environment at Girl Scout meetings, as well as new physically active games for the girls.

The intervention focused on having the girls participate in walking, dancing, active games and yoga.

“The intervention was focused on physical activities that could be done in or around the home, without special equipment, ideally involving the parents,” said Rosenkranz.

He said the girls in the intervention troops were less sedentary than those not in the interventions.

In addition, the girls involved in the intervention performed higher levels of both moderate-intensity and moderate-to-vigorous intensity exercise during troop meetings.

The study was presented at the American College of Sports Medicine’s Annual Meeting in Seattle. (ANI)

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Underweight and extremely obese people die earlier that those of normal weight

June 25, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Washington, June 24 (ANI): An international study conducted by Canadian and American researchers suggests that underweight and extremely obese people die earlier than those having normal weight.

The same study, however, also shows that overweight people actually live longer than those having normal weight.

“It’s not surprising that extreme underweight and extreme obesity increase the risk of dying, but it is surprising that carrying a little extra weight may give people a longevity advantage,” said Dr. David Feeny, co-author of the study and senior investigator for the Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research.

“It may be that a few extra pounds actually protect older people as their health declines, but that doesn’t mean that people in the normal weight range should try to put on a few pounds.

Our study only looked at mortality, not at quality of life, and there are many negative health consequences associated with obesity, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes,” said Mark Kaplan, co-author and Professor of Community Health at Portland State University.

Dr. Keith Bachman, a weight management specialist with Kaiser Permanente’s Care Management Institute, added: “Good health is more than a BMI or a number on a scale. We know that people who choose a healthy lifestyle enjoy better health: good food choices, being physically active everyday, managing stress, and keeping blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels in check.”

The study examined the relationship between body mass index and death among 11,326 adults in Canada over a 12-year period.

The researchers observed that underweight people had the highest risk of dying, and the extremely obese had the second highest risk.

According to them, overweight people had a lower risk of dying than those of normal weight.

The researcher claim that theirs is the first large Canadian study to show that people who are overweight may actually live longer than those of normal weight.

For the study, the researchers used data from the National Population Health Survey conducted by Statistics Canada every two years.

They say that during the study period, from 1994/1995 through 2006/2007, underweight people were 70 percent more likely than people of normal weight to die, and extremely obese people were 36 percent more likely to die.

However, overweight people were 17 percent less likely to die. The relative risk for obese people was nearly the same as for people of normal weight.

The findings have been reported in the online edition of the journal Obesity. (ANI)

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