Obesity EpidemicWritten by Boyd Martin
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Of course, idea is to figure out ways to increase caloric output and decrease caloric input. So a combination of more than normal exercise coupled with below-maintenance calorie intake insures weight loss. Since goal is to maximize calorie use (while decreasing calorie intake), what is most efficient exercise? Experts agree that although aerobic exercise is good for you, it is not most efficient calorie-burning activity. Muscles burn most calories of any body system. Therefore, working as many muscles as possible during a workout is most efficient way to more rapid weight loss. Weight training, martial arts, or yoga are obvious choices here. But whatever choice is, it has to be enjoyable and has to produce results, making it much easier to remain on program. Nutritional Support The following are latest products designed to help body use calories (increase metabolism), and to use stored fat. Herbal Accelerator and LypoZyme: These enzyme/herbal formulas target body's fat utilization strategies. The enzyme lipase is what body uses to digest fat in liver, and is main ingredient in these formulas. Carnitine: It is "forklift" that carries fat to mitochondria in cells to be burned. It is an energy facilitating ingredient. In a recent study, Carnitine caused an 11-fold increase in weight loss over a 12-week period. Carnitine also raises HDL (good cholesterol) and lowers triglycerides (precursors to artery blockages) CLA (conjugated linoleic acid): Helps block fat cells from filling up, and increases muscle metabolism creating leaner muscles. Grapefruit: Actively inhibits enzymes in intestinal tract responsible for converting carbohydrates to fat. It is an excellent source of Vitamin C, potassium and folic acid as well. GRAPHICS/LINKS: http://www.subtleenergysolutions.com/newsletter-obesity.html
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| | YOGA AND ARTHRITIS: A REVIEWWritten by Dr. Manoj Dash, BHMS, DYT,Ph.D.
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I am a Doctor, doing my Ph.D.in Yoga. My topic of interest is to conduct Yoga Retreat, take class for Yoga Teacher and Medical professionals for in depth Research findings, and also Interest to conduct research in various field of yoga, both experimental and theoretical. I have been Traveling to all EUROPIAN countries. My contact: yoga4all@india.com My web page: http://www.geocities.com/manojrieneke/Research.html
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