Fitness — Page 31

November 15, 2010 by admin

Sea vegetables, perhaps more commonly known as plain old seaweed, have been eaten in the Far East for centuries, but are relatively uncommon in the American diet. However, sea vegetables are an excellent addition to a healthy diet: the seaweed nutrition facts show that, besides being one of those fruits and vegetables that we’re all supposed to eat more of, seaweed is rich in many vitamins and minerals as well as being a valuable source of protein and fiber.

Sea vegetables, also known as seaweed contain a very large array of vitamins and minerals. Specifically they are a very rich source of the minerals calcium, potassium, iodine and magnesium, and a very rich source of vitamins C, R, and B12. In addition they contain powerful antioxidents called carotenoids and many unique compounds that studies have shown are both anti-viral and anti-biotic in function. They were used as a treatment of goiters (caused by iodine deficiency) specifically because of their high iodine content.

Seaweed make many positive contributions to one’s health, due to their high concentration of vitamins, minerals, and other phytonutrients. These effects include strengthening hair and skin, lowering cholesterol, and strengthening the body’s immune system. Some studies suggest that alginic acid, a compound in sea vegetables, helps purge from the body metals such as lead and mercury.

The protein content of seaweed varies by species. Red seaweed varieties, such as dulse and nori, are the richest in protein. Some of these varieties have protein contents comparable to soybeans. Red and green seaweeds have an average protein content of 10 – 30% of dry weight. Brown seaweeds have the lowest protein content, averaging approximately 5 – 15% of dry weight.

Although a tasty addition to the daily diet, you may not be ready yet to eat a bowl of fresh wakame or arame. If you still want the health benefits of seaweed you can get it in pill form, like your other vitamins. Sea Vegg is a seaweed pill that allows you to get many of the health benefits of eating raw seaweed, but in pill form. It is made of a blend of twelve different sea vegetables.

Sea Vegg has many of the benefits of seaweed, containing vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, flavenoids, and omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. These are all also found in raw seaweed. Studies have shown that Sea Vegg also contains antibiotic and antiviral compounds. Algal polyphenols, an antioxidant that may help reduce cellular oxidation damage, are also in the supplement.

Thanks to health food stores, ethnic markets, and specialty groceries, seaweed is becoming easier to find. Often, it is found dried, sold in packets. You can eat it dry, or soak it to make an enticing salad. Nori can also be used to roll homemade sushi. If you don’t care for the taste, add the pill Sea Vegg to your daily diet, and give your body the health benefits of seaweed.

– Martha Johnson

Build Muscle And Burn Fat : It’s Not That Difficult

November 14, 2010 by admin

Today people are becoming more and more health-conscious. Fitness programs are being utilized by an increasing number of people. Most cities are home to numerous fitness experts and you can find a gym around every corner. The motivation to stay fit is not just about looking good; people are now aware of the health benefits, which include being heart healthy.

Our hectic lifestyle does not sometimes permit us to take some time out for our body. Going to the gym is of course beneficial. But is it the ‘complete’ solution to building a good body? The fact is that unless you tailor your schedule and diet in such a way that your body responds to them, you will never succeed in gaining muscle.

There are two important things which need to be taken into consideration if you really desire to build muscle and burn fat. First and foremost, you need to change your diet. Food supplies energy to our body. If we do not eat the right food in the right amount, we will never gain muscle.

In order to build muscle weight training is a necessity. Research has shown that to gain mass and muscle, one has to have a regimen of weights in his routine. Bodybuilders that become professionals in their sport have great physiques because they are big eaters and exercise the right way. Is there a right diet for building muscle and burning fat? What exercise routine should be followed to “bulk up”?

The chest, back, shoulders, triceps, biceps, legs, forearms, and abs are important areas to focus on when working out. If your goal is to build muscle, it is necessary to plan a workout schedule where you concentrate on one body part each day. You will not build muscle and burn fat if you over do it. Don’t forget the necessity of cardio exercise. If you are hoping to bulk-up you should include some form of cardio exercise after your strength-training workout.

Two grams of protein per kg of body-weight must be consumed everyday. Carbohydrates must also be taken in proper amounts if one has to build muscle and burn fat. Chicken breasts, eggs, whey protein, soybeans, olive oil, curd, green vegetables, oatmeal and brown rice are important if you want to build muscle and burn fat. Foods high in fat-content (like butter, red-meat, vegetable oils, junk foods etc.) must be avoided.

People are beginning to see the importance of managing their health. If you spend time at the gym but fail to properly structure your routine and eating habits, you will never build muscle. In order to build muscle and burn fat, you need to alter your diet. Food gives the body energy. If the food we eat is not in the right amounts or the right type of food, we will never be able to gain muscle. In order to build muscle weight training is a necessity. Research has shown that to gain mass and muscle, one has to have a regimen of weights in his routine.

– Rex Freiberger

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Build Muscle And Burn Fat : It’s Not That Difficult