Exercise Reduces Appetite?

A study at the University of Colorado in Denver linked exercise with the reduction of appetite. Not only will you burn more calories, you'll want to eat less! I hope this modivates you to add a little physical activity to your day.

It doesn't need to be a half hour at the gym, even a walk around the block after lunch is better than nothing. Also, the sunlight on your skin will help your body to make vitamin D.

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Eating Healthily & Moderately Exercising Benefits the Mind

Researchers at the University of Toronto finished a study and it supports the idea that eating healthy foods, along with moderate exercise, correlates with better brain function. Women that exercised moderately an average of 3 hours and 20 minutes a week had better memory and could multi-task better than those that were more sedentary. The study also showed that moderate activity may be preferable to strenuous activity when it comes to exercise.

Full article can be found here: http://www.prohealthcare.org/wellness/health-news/diet-weightloss/healthy-diet-exercise-keeps-mind-sharp-as-you-age.aspx

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High Blood Pressure Linked to High Fructose Consumption

High fructose corn syrup is a sweetener used in many processed foods. Making a habit of checking the ingredients in the the foods that you eat is a great way to monitor your fructose consumption. This sweetener has been found to cause many possible undesirable side effects, and now we can add high blood pressure to that list. The study authors concluded that "These results indicate that high fructose intake in the form of added sugars is significantly and independently associated with higher blood pressure levels in the US adult population with no previous history of hypertension."

I'd suggest lowering your overall consumption of sweets. Many Americans have a sweet tooth that needs to be tamed. Don't let your sweet tooth run your life! Get help with Traditional Chinese medicine. We can use herbal medicine to raise your energy and lower your cravings naturally. Acupuncture can be added to help with cravings and strengthen digestion. Weak digestion is often at the root of a sweet tooth. Visit www.AcuSpaWellness.com for more information, which can be found on the Conditions, Weight Loss tab.

Read more: http://www.thaindian.com/newsportal/health/high-fructose-diet-may-lead-to-high-bp_100267550.html#ixzz0ZyfAkPUs

Durable Fruits to Stash as Snacks

Need a healthy snack for work? These fruits don't require refrigeration and will last quite awhile in your drawer at work...

Apples
Bananas
Pears
Oranges
Kiwi
Peaches

Or veggies as well...

Grape Tomatoes
Cherry Tomatoes
Avocados
Sugar Snap Peas
Peppers

Happy Snacking!

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Reference: Women's Health Magazine, Nov 2009, pg. 28

PCOS & Weight

A study in Diabetologia showed that a gene associated with obesity may also be linked to PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). Being overweight has always been correlated with higher likelihood of PCOS, but this is the first indication that possibly both are genetically linked.

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Calcium for Weight Loss?

A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition showed taht in a group of obese women, those that doubled their intake of calcium (600 mg to 12,00 mg) lost weight compared to control. They didn't modify calorie intake at all, and lose an average of 11 lbs. compared to the other group, which was not getting enough calcium. My favorite form of calcium is unsweetened, organic yogurt.

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Water for Weight Loss & Wellness

It is especially important in the summertime to stay hydrated. Warmer weather means more water lost through sweat, but air conditioning can also sap water through your body as air conditioned air is also dehumidified air. Drinking enough water can also help with weight loss.

What we think is hunger is often thirst. You may be able to reduce many calories each day by first drinking an 8 oz glass of water and waiting 15 minutes before eating. Of course we need to eat our meals at regular times as well. But if you find yourself hungry for a snack between meals, it could very well be that your body simply craves water.

Did you know that more hydration often leads to less bloating? Bloating is our body's natural response to dehydration. It's stockpiling water because it's afraid that it won't get more later. By hydrating regularly, you can often decrease bloating in your body. Of course, if you find yourself bloated often and are sufficiently hydrated, you should check your salt intake. To much salt in the body holds onto too much water in the body.

Drinking water may up calorie burning. A study in Obesity journal in 2008 found those that increased water consumption and didn't change diet or actuvity level dropped body weight and fat over one year. Why is this? My theory is that dehydration is a mild form of stress on the body, and a stressed body holds onto more weight as an insurance policy against times where outside conditions are unstable.

How much water is enough? People should not be waking up to use the restroom during the night. And, keep in mind our body can only absorb so much water at once. Sipping water 8 ounces at a time ensures enough processing time so your body can absorb the water you're providing for it. Drink excessive water means your Kidneys need to work extra in order to process the extra water. I usually recommend to my patients that they should drink enough to have urine that is not dark (except the first urine of the day), and that they should be urinating maybe 3-5 times during the day.

Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal medicine can also be used to support weight loss goals. Together, they can reduce stress & cravings, and provide structure and support for you. More information is available at www.AcuSpaWellness.com