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Sunday, September 30, 2012

Weight Training Reduces the Negative Effects of High Protein Diets


Most of the studies are indicating that a maximum intake of 1,5 grams of protein per 1 kg of body mass (or 0.7 grams of protein per 1 lbs of body weight) is enough to stimulate protein  synthesis on athletes that are training hard.  But most of the athletes (including bodybuilders) are consuming much bigger quantities than this. There are many scientific proofs that an excessive protein intake leads to an increase in size of the liver and kidneys and also increases the blood acidity. 
 


In a lab experiment, Spanish scientists have shown that weight training reduces the side effects of protein-rich diets. The reduction of these negative effects was seen in the fat levels in blood and liver, in blood urea and also in the size of the kidneys and the liver. From this study we can conclude that weight training is very important for the health of those people that are on a high protein diet. (Nutricion Hospitalaria, 26:1478-1486, 2011)

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Saturday, September 22, 2012

Six Natural Ways to Lose Belly Fat


Belly fat is the biggest concern for millions of people, especially with the rise in obesity. Well, belly fat not only spoils your physical appearance, but also causes many health risks such as diabetes, heart diseases, dementia, high blood pressure and so on. Most people try out different ways like fad diets or weight loss pills in order to get rid of belly fat as soon as possible. Well, fad diets and pills do not provide long term results. You may see results quickly, but there are high chances of gaining weight in no time. Therefore, the best way to lose belly fat is to follow the natural methods given below:

  1. Physical Workout: If you are making best efforts to lose belly fat then there is no point in ruling out physical exercises. Physical workout plays a vital role in your body not only to reduce your belly fat, but also helps in controlling your overall body weight. It also helps you in leading a healthier lifestyle. Some of the best physical workouts that help in burning belly fat effectively are cardiovascular workouts such as cycling, jogging, and other aerobic exercises.


  1. Workout before breakfast: The best time for performing physical workouts is before breakfast. Your body needs to burn unwanted fat, and working out before your first meal of the day is the ideal way to get rid of belly fat. You can opt for exercises like swimming, cycling as well as running for thirty minutes for best results.

  1. Fat burning foods: There are certain fat burning foods that help to shed belly fat . Some of the most effective fat burning foods include skimmed milk, egg white, brown rice, whole grains, lean meat, dark chocolates, avocados and many more. Similarly, there are certain foods such as

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Can Low Testosterone Cause Depression and Anxiety?


We all know that testosterone is the male hormone, the one that differentiates a man from a woman and the main responsible for muscle and strength. Low levels of testosterone are associated with a loss in muscle mass and bone mass, high levels of body fat as well as many diseases such as diabetes, depression or anxiety. Dr. Mohit Khera and his colleagues from the Baylor College of Medicine have discovered that testosterone replacement therapy reduces the symptoms of depression on middle aged men.  



The researchers observed 762 men that were having a testosterone replacement therapy and which were registered in the TRiUS National Testosterone Registry (a database which keeps the effects of testosterone treatments under observation). Most of the males (92,4%) were suffering from anxiety and 17,3% had severe forms of depression. After a 12 months treatment with this hormone, the symptoms have been reduced dramatically on most of the men. Testosterone supplementation reduces depression symptoms even on men that take antidepressant medication. (Aging Male, 15: 14-21, 2012)

If you think that you are suffering from depression or have any of the symptoms of low testosterone (decreased sexual function and desire, erectile dysfunctions, low muscle mass and strength, increased levels of body fat, irritability, anxiety, loss of memory or low energy) then you need to take action right away! And this doesn’t necessary means to start a long and expensive therapy or to use any drugs, gels or injections. What we recommend you is the book called "The Man Diet", which is an unique guide that will dramatically improve your life. You can find more info by visiting this link

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