Archive for December, 2008

Fats Exposed

Sunday, December 21st, 2008

People are instantly alarmed whenever they hear the word Fats. The first idea that comes into mind is unhealthy and unwanted. Although fats are considered culprits to health matters, a better understanding of the subject reveals more enlightening facts. This article discusses the types of fats and its role in health.

Saturated Fats. Chemically speaking, the bonds of these fats are saturated with hydrogen. On a more popular term, it is one of the least healthful fats. It raises your blood cholesterol level which causes clogging in arteries. The fats include chocolates, cheese, chicken fat, pork, and cream.

Monosaturated Fats. From the word “Mono” this means one, this bond without hydrogen. Ergo, this fat makes you healthier and lowers your cholesterol levels. Examples are avocado, olives, canola oil, and peanuts.

Polysaturated and Hydrogenated Fats. These fats are just as unhealthy. The list includes chips, frozen treats, mayonnaise, and salad dressing.

EFA’s or Essential Fatty Acids. These fats are the healthiest fats.  They can be found in high quantities of fish, oil, almonds, and tuna. Studies show that daily fish supplementation significantly increase fat oxidation.

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Increasing Metabolism

Friday, December 12th, 2008

As you attain notable progress in your weight loss regimen, you noticed that you’re simply not losing enough weight. You altered your program, switched meals, but none of these seemed to work. The next thing in mind appeared to be metabolism. Although exercise is present, your body is not burning as much as you want to. Here is a list of things to do to increase your metabolism.

Always make your legs work. Simply put, the legs are the biggest muscle group in the body. As part of your workout, squeeze in some leg exercises for maximum weight loss.

Do circuit training. Although traditionally exercises work effectively, movements involving different muscle groups simultaneously. The activity is an all-in-one exercise.

Pump up the cardio. Instead of doing prolonged cardio sessions, do high intensity dashes with low rest ratio.

Like it Black. Don’t forget to include coffee without sugar in your diet. It stimulates the central nervous system and promotes better fat oxidation.

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