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Metabolism Fact and Fiction – MSN Health
Dec 12th
Metabolism Fact and Fiction
Learn how to boost your metabolism by choosing the right foods, drinks and activities.
Metabolism Fact and Fiction + 15 foods that fire up your metabolism
Girl i’m gonna make you sweat…Oh wait! This one doesn’t sweat.
Jun 4th
It is a known fact that at a certain age a woman’s body will start acting differently and one of those acts is fighting with some extra kilograms. Ladies, you know what i am talking about.
This post will not be about fat. It will be about water. Body water retention.
Some of my friends know that i never sweat. I have been in the hottest sauna’s, in the hottest sun, the warmest room…i have exercised till i almost fainted, only to see no more than 3 sweat drops. That’s how much i sweat and boy was i happy to see them!
Now i know what you are thinking. You think i am lucky that i don’t have to put up with all that sweat in the summer, but mind you, not sweating is a curse. Read the rest of this entry »
Teach yourself and your partner how to give a good back massage
Aug 1st
Situation:
You have been siting all day at your desk.
Suddenly, you stand up…your whole back is hurting and your shoulders are so stiff that you feel like screaming.
A massage would be perfect to ease that pain , but you don’t know anyone who can massage you and the therapist can only have you over after making an appointment…and waiting.
Solution:
Teach yourself and your partner or friend how to give a good massage.
Massaging is an easy and gentle job, and if you and your partner, friend….are willing to learn it and help each other, eHow.com will guide you through 10 simple steps on what a good back massage is about.
Article - How to Give a back massage.
Before you proceed, here’s something you should know.
- If you are using oil, which is recommended, warm it a bit. The message will be more pleasant. And please, don’t be afraid to use lots of it.
- While massaging, one hand must be in constant touch with the other person’s back. Shortly explained : Good balance.
- Do not put pressure on the back. Just be gentle.
Here’s is another article from 101Lifestyle.com – Massage Therapy Step by step guide.
If you are a bit confused about the movements and techniques, then YouTube- Back massage videos - is a good source to get a visual.
Enjoy it!
Eat this instead! DISGUSTING JUNK FOOD FACTS
Oct 13th
Update:
Thanks for the link Dave.
Food can be the cause of a miserable life, whether caused by a digestive disorder or an immune response. The aim of foodreactions.org is to help you understand the conditions and informs you the best way of controlling, treating or perhaps curing them. Click on a category on the left or read the contents below.