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The Glycemic Index Diet

Monday, May 31st, 2010

The Glycemic Index DietWhat is the glycemic index?

The rise in blood sugar is what is called the glycemic index. Not only sweet raises the blood sugar, the carbohydrates we eat are converted to glucose, fructose, fruit, starches, rice, pasta, potatoes, etc. From the way food is prepared or cooked also determines its glycemic index.

If, for example, eat a plate of pasta the blood sugar level will rise, to be followed by a huge release of insulin to counteract this hyperglycemia. This sugar is stored in the liver and muscles as glycogen to be used when necessary. The first exercise uses the muscle glycogen, so having a toned body helps you burn more energy. When these stores are filled, the remainder is converted into fat, no more.
Always choose whole grain foods: key to stave off hunger

Similar foods may have different effects on blood sugar and food are then separated into slow or fast absorption. The quick release include white bread, white rice, pastries, honey, sugar rising as fast as a rocket. They give a quick energy rush that makes us feel good for a very short time, because just as fast. (more…)

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High-Fat Diet Would Affect Our Biological Clock

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

High-fat diet can not only lead to overweight due to excessive intake of calories, but can also influence the balance of all 24-hour circadian clock, according to a study of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

The biological clock regulates the expression and activity of enzymes and hormones involved in metabolism, thus altering the clock may lead to phenomena such as hormonal imbalance, obesity, psychological disorders, sleep, and cancer.

While light is the factor that more strongly affect the circadian clock, Dr. Oren Froy, and colleagues at the Institute of Biochemistry, Food Science & Nutrition Robert H. Hebrew University Smith in Rehovot, have demonstrated in their experiments with laboratory mice that there is a cause-effect relationship between diet and the imbalance of the biological clock.

The researchers used mice fed either a low-fat diet or a diet high in fat, followed by a day of fasting and then measure the components of adiponectin metabolic pathway in the various levels of activity. (more…)

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Ulcer Diet

Monday, May 24th, 2010

Is it necessary to diet for an ulcer, myths and facts about diet ulcer?Peptic ulcer is an infectious disease. It is produced by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori is most common infectious disease in the world. Helicobacter pylori infection may originate from person to person through animals or the environment. In Viviendosanos talk about the diet for ulcer.

On the ulcer and other diseases until they showed their origin, had different theories about its origin. Thanks to research by Marshall and Warren in 1982, winning novel of medicine in 2005 that grew a new bacterium is found that the vast majority of peptic ulcers are caused by this bacteria.Hasta ulcers then thought the style originated by of life, stress, diet, smoking, drinking alcohol. The truth is that these factors predispose to ulcer but it is the bacteria Helicobacter pylori who originates.

For many years there was speculation the role of nutrition in the treatment of ulcers. The diet was advised a person with an ulcer trying to reduce gastric secretions.

*Since very restrictive diets a few years ago the Sippy commemoration that began only with milk and alkali dust, then boiled eggs, cereals and the patient evolved as food is enriched. (more…)

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10 Tips To Control The Size Of Your Food

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

Check our portions of food is part of a healthy diet. That is why we consider the amount which we use in our dish and implement some additional tips to take full control of the size of our meals. Controls the size of your meals Image: A sandwiches for breakfast (foilman)

1. “The time of contemplation? Wait 10 minutes. The first thing to consider is the time factor. Numerous studies show that our stomach takes a while to send the signal to the brain if you are satisfied or not. Come slow, complete with a salad, talk with others, tells a joke, if you only walk for a while …

2. Outside the clean plate club. Many people tend to eat everything on the plate no matter how big the lot. Eat something healthy and stop. It is better to keep some food for the next day to overload your body.

3. Never eat directly from the bag, box or package. Take away a portion and the container or package. Then sit back and enjoy your meal. (more…)

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Healthy Living and Diet, Exercise

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

Today I received a magazine called Awake. Surely some of you they have been delivered at home. These magazines even have a religious orientation, which I received today is completely the issue of stress and health. What was interesting is an article that raises the question of young people about their health.
Why be interested in our health?

Make the goals that you would like to achieve:

- Losing weight
- Improve the facial skin
- Have more energy
- Be more alert and awake
- Be more relaxed
- Check the genius
- Have more confidence in myself

There are some things in life that you, as a youngster, you can not choose. These are your parents, your brother and where you live. Instead, your health is something very different. Although hereditary factors may determine your fitness, lifestyle you choose also affects your health. (more…)

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Diets and Nutrition

Monday, May 10th, 2010

Diets and NutritionObesity results in increased body fat as evidenced by an increase in weight. Today many developed countries have found how much of the population has more or less overweight.

Although obesity has been considered for years an exclusively aesthetic problem, it has proven to be the major source of health disorders such as arthritis, diabetes, increased cholesterol, circulatory disorders …

Each individual has its own characteristics, that is why before embarking on a diet or treatment to reduce weight, a medical study performed anthropometric and personalized nutrition, led by a specialist. Thus, the diet is made taking into account the patient’s nutritional needs, physical condition, pathological and your taste. (more…)

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Healthy Living

Friday, May 7th, 2010

Healthy Living Considering the current epidemiological and nutritional profile of the country, the priorities should continue to be guided towards promoting a healthy lifestyle and improved quality of life, with special emphasis on nutrition and physical activity as well as the prevention of obesity and chronic diseases. Speaking of healthy lifestyle, we refer to behaviors that reduce the risks to present some diseases, some of them are mentioned below:

- Proper control and management of stress and negative emotions.

- A good exercise regimen.

- Healthy eating.

- Get enough sleep.

- Time to distract.

- Living and working in healthy environments. (more…)

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Myths and Facts / Diets

Tuesday, May 4th, 2010

DietsAs the child grows and develops, acquires habits and adopting customs that is slowly integrating into what will become their lifestyle, which are an essential part of feeding their way and their attitude toward physical activity.

A child grows up in a household whose parents are fond of reading, television or computer use, has great potential to adopt a sedentary lifestyle will be reflected in fundamental aspects of his life, including:

* The time you spend sitting
* Your gait
* Your little interest in sports or exercise

The opposite happens with the children of very active parents, whose strong interest in physical activity experienced in the family environment, contributing significantly to build the interest of everyone in the house for physical activity.

So is the way of feeding. The family table is the site par excellence for developing good eating habits. The fact a family meal or “every man for himself” can play a big role in the process of developing the health prospects of each individual. (more…)

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The style of life essential for a healthy diet

Saturday, May 1st, 2010

healthy dietNutrition is a key factor in our lives. However, it was not until recent decades when it has obtained the reputation he deserved, especially following the spread of certain health problems resulting from poor nutrition. In fact, every day is questioned some element of our diet as a potential health risk (fat, sugar, protein).

In fact, there are no more or less healthy foods, but more or less healthy habits. Our way of life, in this sense, it is essential to tip the balance one way or another. These are some of the findings from the study as we do eat Food presented in 2006.

The sixth edition of the International Food Forum presented at the International Fair of Food and Beverages the results of this research work directed by Mabel Gracia and Jesus Contreras, Professor of Social Anthropology at the University of Barcelona and director of the Observatory Food. The findings are the result of interviews with 1030 individuals aged between 6 and 75. (more…)

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The many B’s

Thursday, January 7th, 2010

vitaminMany B vitamins, B-3 (niacin), B-6, B-9 (folic acid) and B-12, have been associated for years with better heart health. These vitamins can become even more important if it is determined the role of homocysteine.
Homocysteine is an amino acid that is found naturally in the body. Elevated levels of homocysteine in blood are associated with increased risk of heart disease, cerebrovascular attack and peripheral vascular disease. A higher level of homocysteine in blood, the greater risk. Several vitamins, particularly B-6, B-12 and folic acid can reduce blood levels of homocysteine. What is not currently known, however, is whether taking these vitamins reduces the risk of heart disease.

Vitamin B-3 (niacin)
Sometimes doctors prescribe high doses of niacin to help people improve fat levels in their blood. Niacin can:
Lowering LDL cholesterol.
Raise HDL cholesterol or high density lipoprotein. HDL cholesterol is often called “good” cholesterol because it can remove cholesterol deposits from artery walls and can send it to the liver for disposal.
To achieve these effects, niacin should be taken in doses greater than 1,000 mg per day. At these doses, niacin is considered a medication, not a supplement, and should only be taken under the advice of your doctor. High doses of niacin can be toxic. Side effects include headaches, cramps, nausea, itching, liver damage, gastrointestinal disorders, high blood sugar and irregular heartbeat. Blood tests are needed to monitor the results of regular niacin. (more…)

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