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Stress & a Glass of Water

A lecturer, when explaining stress management to an audience,
raised a glass of water and asked,
‘How heavy is this glass of water?’

Answers called out ranged from 20g. to 500g.

The lecturer replied, ‘The absolute weight doesn’t matter.
It depends on how long you try to hold it.

If I hold it for a minute, that’s not a problem.

If I hold it for an hour, I’ll have an ache in my right arm.

I f I hold it for a day, you’ll have to call an ambulance.

In each case, it’s the same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes.’

He continued,

‘And that’s the way it is with stress management.

If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later,

as the burden becomes increasingly heavy,

we won’t be able to carry on. ‘

‘As with the glass of water,

you have to put it down for a while and rest before holding it again.

When we’re refreshed, we can carry on with the burden.’

‘So, before you return home tonight, put the burden of work down.

Don’t carry it home.

You can pick it up tomorrow.

Whatever burdens you’re carrying now,

So, my friend, put down anything that may be a burden to you right now.

Don’t pick it up again until after you’ve rested awhile.

Here are some great ways of dealing with the burdens of life:

* Accept that some days you’re the pigeon,
and some days you’re the statue.

* Always keep your words soft and sweet,
just in case you have to eat them.

* Always read stuff that will make you look good
if you die in the middle of it.

* Drive carefully. It’s not only cars that can be
recalled by their Maker.

* If you can’t be kind, at least have the decency to be vague.

* If you lend someone $20 and never see that person again, it was probably worth it.

* It may be that your sole purpose in life is simply, be kind to others.

* Never put both feet in your mouth at the same time,
because then you won’t have a leg to stand on.

* The second mouse gets the cheese.

* When everything’s coming your way,
you’re in the wrong lane.

* Birthdays are good for you.
The more you have, the longer you live.

* You may be only one person in the world,
but you may also be the world to one person.

* Some mistakes are too much fun to only make once.

* We could learn a lot from crayons… Some are sharp, some are pretty and some are dull. Some have weird names and all are different colors, but they all have to live in the same box.

*A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour.

Have an awesome day and know that someone has thought about you today…I did.

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Many people feel that the problem of hair loss cannot be solved with the help of hair loss treatment products. They often get frustrated after spending too much money on ineffective hair loss remedies and their side effects with no positive results at all. In reality, hair loss treatment can be divided in two categories: Natural hair loss treatments and chemical treatments.

Here are some best hair natural hair loss treatments:

Aloe Vera

Indians and Native Americans have used Aloe Vera to promote healthy hair and prevent hair loss since ages. Aloe Vera balances the pH of the scalp and heals from within. It is also helpful in cleansing the pores. A general remedy of Aloe Vera gel with coconut milk and small amount of wheat germ oil used as a shampoo has shown great benefits. Aloe Vera surely helps you stop hair loss.

Jojoba

If you are affected with hair problems like eczema, psoriasis, dandruff or seborrhea you are requested to use jojoba oil. Native Americans and Mexicans have used jojoba oil for centuries to prevent hair loss and to control dandruff. Jojoba oil works well for hypoallergenic skin, as is a good moisturizer. This is one of the best hair loss treatment products.

Henna

Henna is a traditional Indian herb, which is a good natural conditioner and works great as hair loss treatment product. It heals hair shaft by sealing the cuticle and repairing, stops breakage and restores the silky-shiny effect of your hair.

Capsicum
It stimulates hair growth by 50% and increases flow of blood to the scalp. This herb is effective in preventing hair loss.

Lemongrass
This herb helps stabilizing oil product in the scalp. It also provides nourishment to the hair. You can use oil of lemongrass for massage as well.

It is recommended that you consult an expert to know which hair loss treatment product is suitable for you.

Article adopted from: http://www.leandernet.com/Hair-loss-Aloe-Vera-treatment-and-other-natural-hair-loss-treatments!163!article

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Regular consumption of artificial, low-calorie sweeteners may actually cause people to gain more weight than similar consumption of sugar, according to a study conducted by researchers from Purdue University and published in the journal Behavioral Neuroscience.

Researchers supplemented the diet of rats either with the artificial sweetener saccharin or with sugar, and found that the rats in the saccharin group actually gained more weight than the rats in the sugar group. This seemed to occur because the saccharin-consuming rats came to associate a sweet taste with the absence of calories, and began to overeat as a consequence.

“There’s something about diet foods that changes your metabolic limit, your brain chemistry,” said Dr. Marie Savard, medical contributor for ABC News.

A recent human study conducted on more than 18,000 people found that consuming one or more diet soft drinks per day increases the risk of gaining weight.

“If you’re just taking it once in a while, fine. No big deal,” Savard said. “If you’re consuming one or more drinks a day, you should rethink what you’re doing. You might be negating the whole reason in the first place.”

Surveys suggest that 59 percent people in the United States regularly consume diet soft drinks. But according to Savard, it is not just soda that might place people at risk of unhealthy weight gain.

“The truth is, we’re putting artificial sweetener in so many different things: in water, in yogurt,” Savard said. “We have to rethink what this artificial stuff does to us.”

Savard noted that the very people who are most likely to consume artificially sweetened products are often those already at risk of excessive weight gain.

“The truth is, if you’re consuming a drink or more a day, you know it,” she said. “You know that you’re taking it, and you really have to think about eliminating it. You’re probably the very person who needs to change those health behaviors to prevent … diabetes, heart disease and stroke.”

Article by: David Gutierrez Monday, August 25, 2008 (NaturalNews)

http://www.naturalnews.com/artificial_sweetner.html

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For women, shaping the muscles of the thighs is an important fitness goal. A shapely lower body is considered very feminine, and the right proportion of the waist to the hips is part of the equation. It’s surprising, but true, thigh toning exercises can be done at home, without equipment and results can be seen in 4-6 weeks. Also, did you know that thigh and hip toning gadgets are not required if you know which exercises work, and how to do them. Most importantly, thigh exercises are most effective when combined with aerobic exercise and a healthy diet.

This means that women must not only do the right thigh exercises, but also include aerobic exercise and sound nutrition to get best results. The following exercises are the most effective front thigh exercises for women. The routine also includes inner thigh and rear thigh exercises.

For best results, start with 15-20 repetitions and one set. Increase gradually to 2 sets. Complete the routine at least 2 times a week for best results. This is an effective beginner to intermediate toning program. Please remember that these numbers are general guidelines only. For an optimum program tailored to your needs, please consult a certified personal trainer. If you have any injuries or medical ailments, please obtain a physicians clearance before starting any exercise program.

Wall Squat: Front Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: – Place your upper back against a smooth wall. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, toes pointed slightly outward. Distribute your body weight equally between both feet and lean back against the wall. Movement: – Inhale, keeping your heels in contact with the floor at all times, slowly lower into a squat position while sliding down the wall. Exhale as you slowly straighten your legs, keeping your head and chest up, returning to the starting position. Repeat as required.

Standing Dumbbell Squats: Front Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position:- Hold a dumbbell in each hand and allow them to hang down at your sides. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, toes pointed slightly outward. Distribute your body weight equally between both feet. Movement:- Inhale, keeping your heels in contact with the floor at all times, slowly lower into a squat position. Exhale as you slowly straighten your legs, keeping your head and chest up, returning to the starting position. Repeat as required. 5 lb dumbbells work well, but you can start with 2 lbs and then work your way up to 5 lbs within 3-5 weeks.

Lunges: Front Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: – Assume a standing position with your feet slightly less than shoulder width apart. Grasp a barbell with a wider than shoulder width grip and place it across your shoulders. Movement: – Inhale, keeping your back vertical and slightly arched, slowly step forward with one leg making a long stride, lowering your body down slowly until your rear knee lightly touches the floor (if you cannot go as low as this, then work your way up to it over 2-3 weeks). Exhale and shift your weight backwards, taking one step (or 2-3 small steps if that sounds difficult) to return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side. Remember to consult your doctor before this or any other knee exercises if you have had any knee trouble!

Lying Face Down: Front Thigh Stretch.
Starting Position: Lie on your stomach on a matt with your legs together. Movement: Reach behind you and grasp your right ankle with your left hand. Pull your right heel up as far as you can. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Repeat as required on other side. Please remember to hold for 10 seconds for this stretch.

Seated Split Stretch: Inner Thigh Stretch.
Starting Position: Sit on an exercise matt and spread your legs as far as you can. Movement: Lean to your right side and reach for your toes. Rest your hands on your toes or at your ankle. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Repeat as required on other side.
Seated Butterfly: Inner Thigh Exercise.

Starting Position: Sit on an exercise matt with your back straight. Movement: Bring the soles of your feet together and pull them in as close to your body as you can. Allow your hands to rest on your feet or to apply light pressure to your thighs. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Hold this position for 10 seconds. You will find this most effective if you gently push your knees down using your hands, be careful not to push too much.

Seated Hip Twist: Outer Thigh And Rear Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: Sit on an exercise matt with your legs straight out in front of you. Movement: Bend your right knee and place your right foot over your left leg. Wrap your arms around your right knee and gently pull it in towards your left shoulder. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Repeat as required on other side. Remember to hold for 10 seconds.

Lying Leg Pull: Total Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: Lie on your back on an exercise matt with your knees in the air and feet flat on the floor. Movement: Bring your right heel to rest on your left thigh. Loop your hands around your left thigh and pull it towards your chest. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Repeat as required on other side. Remember to hold for 10 seconds in each set.

Article by Nitin Chhoda

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/fitness-articles/thigh-exercises-for-women-70499.html

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Acne is a problematic issue that a lot of people have to deal with. Acne can almost turn a beauty into a beast. If you have acne now, you can expect to look a lot better after you get rid of acne. This article will show you the top 5 tips to clear up acne faster than you can think of. If you follow some or better, all of the tips listed, you can get great results.

1. Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is without a doubt the most effective topical acne treatment. It is natural too. While being cheap enough for anyone to use, it is far better than most topical acne product out there. My recommendation? Throw away all those acne treatment products that don’t work and stop buying the so called “next best thing” released by big companies. Tea tree oil is better in terms of effectiveness. Another great thing with tea tree oil is that it does not cause any irritation reactions. Good for people with sensitive skin.

2. Eat healthier foods.
You are what you eat. If you are troubled by acne, change the way you eat. That means no more oily foods, fast foods, foods with a lot of additives and other “unhealthy” foods. To treat acne, it is always better to maintain a diet that has a lot of fruits and vegetables. The nutrients in fruits and vegetables will help improve your immune system and detoxify your body. The vitamins and minerals in them also are very beneficial to your skin’s general health and can prevent future acne breakouts.

3. Ginger and Garlic
Ginger and garlic is the world’s best natural antibiotics. It helps to improve your immune system and kill bacteria that causes acne effectively. When your immune system is improved, your body can remove the bacteria easily without damaging the skin tissue, and for this reason, no more inflammatory acne.

4. Wash your face the right way
You are probably told by a dozen of people that you should wash your face at least 100 times a day to treat and prevent acne. This is a bad advice to anyone so you should never follow it. Never wash your face more than three times a day. And make sure you use the cleanser that suits your skin type.

5. Don’t get stressed up
Even though your acne condition is probably really severe, and you might be really frustrated of this situation. But take my advice, don’t ever get stressed up because of acne. Stress has a direct direction with acne. When you are stressed, your body’s immune system is deteriorated and the hormone secretion becomes unregulated. In the end you acne will only get worse if you are depressed. So relax, take a deep breath when you feel so stressed up. Remember, your acne will never stay on your face forever. It will leave sooner or later.

Getting rid of acne is easy if you just know what works and what works not. If I tell you that it is possible to cure your acne in just two months, without spending any money on medical treatment and products, would you believe me? You better be, because I am a living proof that shows it is possible to cure acne of any severity in just 2 months.

YOU can learn my secrets to treat your acne in less than two months without spending any money on any expensive products and antibiotics.

Ooh, did I mention that the acne condition I was having was among the most severe my dermatologist, father, mother, school teachers, the clerk in the office, and many other people had ever seen? I had hundreds of acne on my face until I learned the secret to cure acne.

Article by : Charles_S._Spencer

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Charles_S._Spencer

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