What is Metabolism Metabolism is nothing but the complex set of chemical reactions that happen within the human body that helps maintaining life. These metabolic activities are the ones that keep your body healthy and active. Any problem with the metabolism and related processes will seriously affect the life and activities of an individual. They will be responsible for the most uncommon health problems they you might face if you do not care about the ways to increase metabolism whenever you feel it going down. Basic formula for metabolism is – C6H12O6 + 602 –> 6CO2 + 6H2O + 36ATP. Picture of Metabolism Flowchart Source: biology.wsc.ma.edu Metabolic Disorders Metabolism is [...]
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How to Detoxify your body (Whole Body Detox)
by on 25. Jun, 2010 in how to lists
A whole body detox is necessary even if you think you exercise well, don’t smoke, don’t overeat and follow regular good health practices. However, you still feel drained out, sluggish and lethargic. Why is it so? Apart from blaming the heat and the weather, things like the carbon monoxide filled polluted air, road construction smoke, cigarette smoking, factory smoke, petrol and diesel smell; not to mention added work and personal life stress can accumulate a lot of toxins in your system. You definitely need to give your body a makeover with whole body detox. When should I go for a whole body detox? When you feel totally tired, unhealthy and [...]
How to brush your teeth with braces
by on 28. May, 2010 in how to lists
Removal of plaque from tooth surfaces and along the gum line in the period of wearing braces can be difficult. But you should show patience. Keep some practice because then it becomes an easier task. Here are some tips for proper cleaning of teeth and gums in this situation. Follow the recommended steps to clean your denture: Place the toothbrush at a 45 ° angle to the gum. When cleaning, make short strokes back and forth and gently push, clean each tooth individually for about 10 seconds; Follow the same movement or stroll along all internal and external surfaces of teeth; Do not forget to clean the chewing surfaces of [...]
How to avoid Pregnancy naturally
by on 05. May, 2010 in how to lists
The best way to avoid pregnancy naturally is to abstain from sex. But this may not be agreed by a lot of them for obvious reasons. Using contraceptives, condoms and pills also may not be possible due to culture and religious restraints. If a couple is not ready for parenthood, then it becomes increasingly important for them the woman’s reproduction cycle. That’s the best indicator of her ovulation period. Firstly, a woman is advised to keep a record of her monthly cycle. Generally it’s after 28 days when her next period occurs. This cycle must be monitored for 4 to 6 months. This will give her an idea of her [...]
How to avoid Constipation
by on 01. May, 2010 in how to lists
Gastrointestinal condition like constipation is common among millions of people. When a normal bowel movement does not take place and instead the release of the stool takes longer than required, uneasiness is experienced in the body. It is an uncomfortable and embarrassing experience to go through. This condition mostly occurs due to the lack of fiber in the body. There are definitely certain measures that, if taken care of, can absolutely avoid constipate. Fiber increases the water content in the intestine and thus fastens the bowel movement. Food rich in dietary fiber like whole meal bread, whole wheat pasta, corn, whole rice, and flakes, must be included in the diet. [...]
How to know when a Pineapple is ripe
by on 30. Apr, 2010 in how to lists
There are many ways to check out whether a pineapple is ripped or not such as smelling, touching, physical examination etc. One should not take unripe pineapples as they are not palatable and only ripe pineapples are sweet in taste. Follow the simple tips to make sure that you buy the ripe pineapple: Pineapple that passes its prime has watery eyes One can make out if the pineapple is ripped or not by its color; ripe ones are usually golden yellow From the smell also one can find ripe pineapples; the un-ripe pineapples have no smell they are odorless, whereas ripe ones smell sweet One should avoid over ripen pineapples [...]
How to get rid of Stretch marks
by on 27. Apr, 2010 in how to lists
Stretch marks can appear on the skin due to pregnancy or over weight gain. It leaves unpleasant to look at silver lines over the skin which seem hard to get rid of. It can affect both women and men equally. You may opt for chemical and surgical treatments like Chemical Peels, Micro Dermabrasion and Laser treatment; however they may not work the same for every individual. On top of that they are extremely expensive. Several cosmetics and creams which claim to remove stretch marks successfully also fall into the same category – expensive and may not show same effects on everybody. However here we are going to tell you natural [...]
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