A recent study might have found a link between your belly fat and depression.

The research says it is possible that depression causes individuals to gain some extra pounds around the abdominal area. The flip side of the coin does not hold water; proponents found out that people who are overweight are not likely to go through depression compared to their peers with normal weight.

Experts from the University of Alabama in Birmingham looked into a long term study involving cardiac patients. The subjects of the study involve 5,100 male and female subjects aging from 18 to 30 years old.

The researchers were aiming to find a link between the big waist and depression. The follow up after the 15-year study showed that all subjects gained weight but those who are depressed showed faster weight gain pattern. Those who were overweight to stat with did not display changes to affect the factors of depression.

Proponents of the study try to explain the weight gain by linking cortisol, the stress hormone, to depression and the additional poundage around the abdominals.

The study suggests that depression should not only be taken into consideration because of its mental aspects but also of the physical challenges and other health risks it poses.

chest 4It is a good time for chest congestion. That is, a lot of people are suffering from it.

If you are not interested in over the counter medications, there are plenty of natural remedies for this problem.

For starters, herbal tea can be extremely helpful, especially if you inhale the steam. By adding apple cider vinegar to hot water and/or herbal tea, you can also get a lot of help.

Eucalyptus oil is another helpful cure. Specifically, again, add it to hot water so you can inhale the steam. Lavender, oregano, and thyme as herbs or essential oils can also be used in this remedy.

Renting a stairlift is a great alternative to making a purchase.

chest 3The weather is changing.  That has a lot of people getting sick.

They might just get little colds, but those are still awfully unpleasant, especially as the weather starts to get warmer.

So let’s take a look at some natural ways you can get rid of your chest congestion!

inside_products_italian_parsleyWhile your skin is very, very important, let’s talk about your insides again and that is where parsley comes in.  This is actually a fantastic herb that is not only great to consume, but it is also fantastic to use when you are treating things like urinary tract infections!

Having a UTI is not something that is pleasant at all and it is very painful, however by increasing the parsley that is in your diet, I can tell you for sure that it will work.  There are many ways that you can add in parsley to your diet – one is by making parsley smoothies or even having a parsley salad.

These tips and tricks are fantastic if you are looking to switch things up and do it the natural way, just keep them in mind!

plantain5Okay, so while your health is very, very important, your skin is also something that is really important as well and yes, it does count!  If you are looking to have fantastic skin and you want to do it naturally, there are many ways that you can do it.

For one, Plantains are a fantastic way to keep your skin looking fresh and clean.  Just mash up these banana-like things and spread them on your face and you will definitely be able to feel the difference.

Instantly, your face will clear up from blemishes and imperfections and I can tell you from experience that Plantains are the secret to keeping your skin tight too!

Now that we have talked a little bit about onions, let’s go ahead and move onto another herb that has actually had a huge impact on a lot of people.  Lemon balm is one of those herbs that many, many people use everyday and it is certainly an essential herb when you are trying to naturally treat things like sleeping problems, digestion and of course anxiety.

Another thing that lemon balm can be used for is actually helping boost your memory.  It is one of those herbs that many people use when they are having memory problems.  You can also grind it down into tea and drink it when are feeling anxious.

In the next blog, we will talk about how plantains can help you with a lot of your skin problems!

onion-clean-FD-lgOne thing that you will notice in this generation is it is not all about going to the doctor anymore.  People are constantly looking for herbs and natural treatments that will help them with the most common things.  That is what we are going to cover in the next couple blogs, exactly what treatments are out there and what they can help you with.

Onions of all things are things that can actually help you with a number of different things – for example, improving athletic performance all the way to helping control diabetes.

If you do not like onions, you might want to just try some dried onions as well as just adding in some onions somewhere in your diet!  More in the next blog!

 top of having a ton of antioxidants inside of it, dark chocolate can actually improve a lot of things about your body as well.  For example, it can really help you decrease your blood pressure as well as reduce your cholesterol and increase a person’s insulin sensitivity.  All of these are pluses of course but one important thing about dark chocolate is that it can help you focus.

That is a huge point whenever you are working late and the 3:00pm tiredness comes around.  Just pop in some dark chocolate and you should start feeling better and your memory will even get better.

Dark chocolate is a fantastic alternative to a lot of the snacks that you are probably currently having and can definitely help you in a lot of ways.

Did you know that chocolate is actually one of the most consumed things in the world?  It is actually a world-wide thing and while when you are dealing with milk chocolate, you are you basically just eating fat, dark chocolate is a different story.  Dark chocolate actually can be good for you and certainly has a lot of benefits versus milk chocolate.

That is exactly what we are going to talk about in the next few blogs, what exactly dark chocolate can do for you if you have just a couple pieces a day.  Firstly, you need to understand dark chocolate.  It actually came about as an experiment and it is made with specific participates that gives it its dark color and flavor.

One of the greatest things about dark chocolate is the fact that it has a heck of a lot of antioxidants inside of it, which can help you.

Treadmills are a growing trend in the world of physical fitness. They enable everyday people to get a great workout from the confines, and privacy, of their homes, or offices. While they have been around for a while, more, and more, people are realizing the powerful effect such a simple investment can have on their fitness and quality of life. Treadmills are especially popular in the winter months, when going out side is an unwelcome, or even impossible, prospect. Additionally, good treadmills reduce impact on the knees, as opposed to conventional running on the rough, unpredictable landscape that most of us live on.

It is very easy to build up fitness rapidly on a treadmill. Beginners can start by walking for a few, perhaps fifteen, minutes everyday, or every other day, depending on what they can handle. Once this becomes easy, use can be stepped up to twice a day (preferably morning, and evening) and exercise time can be increased. Also, assuming your treadmill has settings for speed (we’ll talk about selecting the right treadmill later on), you can step up the speed that you walk as you go along, and your fitness improves.

As for athletes, given the higher fitness level, they can probably start at much higher speed, and workout time than the average person. It might be a good idea to get on the treadmill and keeping turning up the speed until you get to a pace you are comfortable enough with that you can hold it for thirty minutes. Try to do this everyday and step up the intensity as you can handle it. There isn’t usually a need for more than thirty minutes on a treadmill, for anyone, but it remains an option for someone fit enough to last longer on the maximum intensity.

As for the purchase of a treadmill, there are a few things to look for. First, be sure that the treadmill you are buying comes with a good warranty. Like other types of equipment, treadmills can be defective so it is important to ensure that you can get a refund or a replacement should this be this case. Equally important is that you select a treadmill that has all the basic features you need. You can find catalogues online that show examples of the treadmills on sale, with details on their features and pricing – and there’s even sites that do nothing but reviewing treadmills to help you make the right decision! On the subject of pricing, it’s a good idea not to overspend on too many features that you don’t need. Go for the cheapest option, which is good quality, and will get the job done. There’s no need to break your bank to buy a treadmill – many online sites will offer them for highly economical prices, without sacrificing any quality.

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