BEAUTY KLINIC

My friend Jack wanted to know when I was going to be back in New York while we were on the phone yesterday. The answer was: Much too soon. By Wednesday morning I should be on my way back to Long Island’s cold spring weather.

However, the good news is Jack gave me some heart healthy recipes which I think you’ll enjoy. Jack knows how to “throw down”, something that’s important to people on the Food Network.

You may want to print these out and keep them somewhere. I’ve eaten at Jack′s many, many times, and I can say that I’ve never had anything that wasn’t first rate.

One of the things that I really like is cucumbers, and we seem to have them year round. So without further adoo doo, is Jack′s recipe.

Cucumber Salad, Serves 2

1 English Cucumber (the long ones) diced, and peeled, large 1/4 cup green bell pepper, small diced, 1/4 cup red bell pepper, small diced, 1/4 cup red onion, small diced, 1 tsp jalapeno pepper, small diced, 1/2 cup plain white vinegar, 1 Tbsp good olive oil, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, Black pepper, Sea salt

Peel the cucumber, and slice in half the long way, twice. Dice the cucumber into half-inch bits and put into a bowl. Dice the peppers and onions, and add into the bowl. Dice the jalapeno, add to the bowl, and wash your hands to get rid of any juice from the jalapeno. Mix the sugar, olive oil, and vinegar together. Pour this over all the cucumbers, peppers, and onions. Season with sea salt, and black pepper.

You can serve this immediately, but it will be better if it sits for an hour or so. It can be served cold, or at room temperature.

It works as a snack, or with something grilled.

Next time Jack will take this basic recipe, and extend it into a dinner salad by adding just a few more heart healthy ingredients.

I’ve read studies showing the mediterranean diet can help with heart health, especially olive oil.

We can’t pick up and move to Europe, and why would we? But we can eat in that style without tearing up the foundation of how we live, and the food can taste wonderful.

Also make sure that you’re getting your daily omega 3 fatty acids. Your brain will function like a well oiled machine, your joints will feel better, and your heart will run smoother.

Both weight loss and gain affect a lot of aspects in a normal person. A change of body weight can affect a person’s physical appearance, self-confidence and esteem, health, and the like. This can produce either positive or negative effects, the latter including being incapable of doing physical activities, health risks, and side effects like depression and stress. Done properly, there are a lot of positive effects when a person experiences weight loss and these results motivate thousands of people to trim down and maintain a physically fit body.

If a person is overweight and would want to lose the extra pounds, the first thing he or she has to do is consult a doctor or health specialist for the most suitable weight loss treatment program. After a full physical examination, the doctor or specialist will recommend this program, as well as specify a proper weight loss technique suitable to your lifestyle, preferences, and personal choice. Four aspects will begin to change once you apply your weight loss program: the food you eat, how you eat, your overall behavior, and normal activity level.

Here are some tips on how to change the life of an overweight:

First: Rapid weight loss is done through a multi-faceted technique that consists of three things: proper mindset, regular exercise, and in some cases, diet supplements. You can start by learning about a particular diet food plan that you can easily adapt to. You can also incorporate an exercise routine that allows you at least 15 minutes a day of running, swimming, or dancing.

Second: Set goals that are realistic. Focusing ability and having proper mindset would surely help a dieter to lose that extra pound. Discipline, along with proper mind set, is what a dieter needs to avoid getting discouraged and out of focus.

Third: Listen as the body speaks. Each and everyone’s body metabolism reacts differently to different fast weight loss programs and plans. Try substituting one program for another to compensate the body’s reaction. Exercise program must be suitable to one’s body, as others are not able to exercise as rigorously as others can. If walking is all that can be done, then walk for this is proven the best exercise. Muscles burn more calories than fats so it’s also best to put on a little muscle and looking good too.

Fourth: For food, it is always recommended to eat food rich in fiber. This is so because these types of food makes you feel full and they stay in the stomach longer. This slows down the digestion rate significantly. For example, one serving of whole grain bread can move fat through the digestion process a whole lot faster and since grains normally turn into sugar, there is a boost in the body’s amount of insulin, thus increasing energy levels as well.

Fifth: Try to avoid eating food types that are fried, deep fried, and contain a lot of fat. For example, chicken and seafood are leaner than beef, but they contain more fat as compared to fried beef. It is also recommended that you eat grilled food since there is not that much fat when food is cooked this way.

Sixth: Take in a lot of fluid. It is recommended for a person to drink lots of water, at least eight glasses of a day, to keep the body refreshed. The body should be well hydrated since weight loss depends on the elimination of body wastes from the body.

To sum it all up, discipline together with consistency is the key to rapid weight loss success. Proper diet, exercise, and supplying the body with the right amount of supplements will result to rapid weight if done regularly and consistently. These are better than having a huge program that will only end up with the person returning to old habits because the program could result to more weight gained compared to the weight at the start of the program.

More than likely, you are suffering from a clogged colon, and you probably even have some of the symptoms! Are you always bloated and constipated? Maybe you suffer from IBS, and you are gassy all the time. There are so many problems that build-up in your colon can cause, and a healthy colon cleanse can treat these issues, and increase your energy and flatten your stomach! You may think that you couldn’t possibly have this problem, but everyday things, such as junk food, pollution (cigarette smoke), and medications greatly contribute.

You will find numerous benefits from detoxification, but the most important thing to consider is doing this the healthy way. You should only use natural products to achieve a healthy colon cleanse. Pharmaceutical medicine only suppresses symptoms, while natural ingredients support overall health and functioning.

Herbalists from cultures all over the world have used natural remedies for centuries. They assist the body with ridding itself of toxins and promoting bowel movements. Recently, research has confirmed these remedies. On the other hand, although detox diets are mainstream and very safe, you want to approach it the right way in order to achieve a truly healthy colon cleanse.

If you have ever tried to detox, then you know it is not the easiest thing in the world. You definitely need a system that provides plenty of information and support along the way, and not just a bottle of pills. Also, make sure you are offered a 100% money back guarantee. On the internet, you will find thousands of products promising to give you the results you are after. To achieve a healthy colon cleanse, be well-informed and check out a review site that will give you unbiased opinions.

Not only will you receive all the benefits from colon cleansing, but it is also very affordable! I’m sure this is great news for everybody in this economy. This is a completely new way to get healthy, unlike your typical diet -

STOP:

Depriving Yourself of Food

Paying Top Dollar for Meal Plans You Don’t Even Get to Choose

Taking Energy Pills that are Highly Addictive

Last year, an Italian/ Brazilian technology called laser liposuction received approval from the FDA as a method for removing fat in specific areas of the body. It seems that people no longer need to stick to the option of traditional liposuction. There is however, still a lot that we need to know about laser liposuction.

What it is

Laser liposuction is a form of minimal invasive procedure that may result to some bruising in patients. In this procedure, a very small incision is made into which a 1mm cannula is then inserted. The laser tip of the instrument then comes into contact with the fats, heats the fats up and breaks them down. The melted fat can then be removed from the body immediately.

The lymphatic system in our body can flush out and release fats that are not removed. Laser intensity is low and can be adjusted as needed. A local anesthetic is all that is needed for laser liposuction.

Its Use

Like other liposuction procedures, laser liposuction can only work on specific areas of the body. Although some may claim that laser liposuction can work wonders on all parts of your body, it can only really work on limited areas. Only smaller areas like the face, neck and arms can be subjected to this laser treatment.

Laser liposuction is similar to traditional liposuction in that it is also a form of a body sculpting procedure. It is therefore not a solution for obesity and cannot be used for weight loss. The appropriate candidates for this new technology are people who are fairly healthy and who have only small fat deposits.

Advantages

Since the procedure is minimally invasive, there is less swelling, bruising, scarring, tissue damage and pain. The incision is said to be so small that a patient no longer needs to be stitched up. This means that the rate of recovery is faster. Patients can get back on their feet in a day or two.

Aside from melting fat, laser liposuction also promotes collagen production and tightens the skin. This is a great improvement compared to traditional liposuction. In traditional liposuction, some patients end up looking worse because of a lack of ideal skin elasticity. Some doctors may use laser liposuction after sessions of traditional liposuction to help tighten the skin.

Risks

Not all areas of the body can be subjected to laser liposuction. Traditional liposuction may still be needed for wider body areas such as the hips and thighs. It is also still a very young piece of technology. Experts agree that more studies need to be conducted to determine the possible negative side effects of this procedure.

A more serious concern that especially deserves more attention in laser liposuction is also the probable negative effects of having more fat fluid being retained in the body. Of course, the FDA would not approve something that could be potentially dangerous. It is a fact though that the full long term side effects of the procedure cannot be determined yet until it has been in use for quite some time. Be on the safe side by asking your doctor to extensively discuss the procedure with you.

The last time that I got a gym membership, it did not work out. It was a pretty reputable gym, and they had some decent fitness exercise equipment, but I just could not convince myself to get over there regularly. Part of it was that I was self-conscious about my body and did not like to workout in front of other people, but that was not all of it.

I think that I just did not like to have to get up, head out, and go somewhere to workout. That is why I decided that the best thing to do was to buy myself some home gym equipment.

There are many different kinds of home fitness equipment,. I did not start out buying my gym equipment all at once. Instead, I though that the best thing to do was to keep it simple and basic. First I bought a set of hand weights, a jump-rope, and some gym pants to work out in. I thought that that would give me just enough to do a basic workout, and it turned out that I was right. I could get my heart rate up, have a little bit of strength training with my lifting, and feel like I was getting one step closer to being the trim, fit person that I had always wanted to be.

After a while, however, that gym equipment I had just wasn’t enough anymore. I did enjoy the hand weights, but I wanted to get a better workout. The next thing that I thought was an elliptical machine. Soon after that, I got a Nautilus machine to do some more heavy-duty strength training. Once I got this gym equipment, it felt like my routine was really coming together. I have enough machines and exercises that I can vary it from day-to-day, and I can switch from elliptical to jump rope for the cardiovascular exercises. All in all, it feels pretty good.

Sometimes, it is still a little bit difficult for me to motivate myself to work out. You get home from work, you feel tired and lazy, and you just want to sit around in front of the TV. Knowing that the gym equipment is in your own house, however, makes things easier. You can exercise in your underwear if you want. You never have to get up and go anywhere to stay fit and look great. I look better than I have in years, and feel the same.