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Quitting Smoking - 13 Signs You Are Not Taking It Seriously
Not taking quitting smoking seriously may sound like an odd way to approach such an important issue as quitting cigarettes. But that's exactly what I'm suggesting happens sometimes. Maybe it's intentional and maybe not. By that I mean are you consciously or unconsciously blocking your success.
13 signs you are unconsciously blocking your success, or you just don't want to quit.
You turn up for a hypnosis session and challenge the therapist to put you under.
You have been too busy to read you pre session email and follow the pre instructions.
Your partner booked the session and you engaged with the process.
Your intake form is only sparsely filled out, avoiding specific important details.
You keep some cigarettes on hand just in case.
You're not prepared to avoid a risky smoking situation on the night of your session, in order for your nervous system to fully process the change.
You complain that you may have to give up two hours of your time to quit.
When booking the session it is the least important item in your busy schedule.
You don't do your follow up steps.
You take several weeks to report a problem.
You come out of hypnosis, and in spite of experiencing specific hypnotic indicators, in spite of no prior hypnotic experience, you immediately question whether you were in a trance.
You have a cigarette sometime after quitting, even though you didn't need one or want one.
You forget to turn up for your appointment, given that most people who attend can think of little else in the prior day, forgetting is questionable.
So why turn at all if you are not serious, it could be that you don't want to quit, but are going through the motions to please someone else. But more likely you have a parts conflict.
That is a part of you wants to quick, but another part deep down in your subconscious is not only not ready but will actively block your efforts.
Let's assume that you do want to be a non smoker, then the solution is to dig deep prior to your session, to be completely honest about your reasons for smoking, and to allow yourself to deeply feel the pain of smoking.
Look at yourself in the mirror and shot out your intention to quit, then light a cigarette and blow the smoke through a tissue and feel the disgust.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ian_Newton
13 signs you are unconsciously blocking your success, or you just don't want to quit.
You turn up for a hypnosis session and challenge the therapist to put you under.
You have been too busy to read you pre session email and follow the pre instructions.
Your partner booked the session and you engaged with the process.
Your intake form is only sparsely filled out, avoiding specific important details.
You keep some cigarettes on hand just in case.
You're not prepared to avoid a risky smoking situation on the night of your session, in order for your nervous system to fully process the change.
You complain that you may have to give up two hours of your time to quit.
When booking the session it is the least important item in your busy schedule.
You don't do your follow up steps.
You take several weeks to report a problem.
You come out of hypnosis, and in spite of experiencing specific hypnotic indicators, in spite of no prior hypnotic experience, you immediately question whether you were in a trance.
You have a cigarette sometime after quitting, even though you didn't need one or want one.
You forget to turn up for your appointment, given that most people who attend can think of little else in the prior day, forgetting is questionable.
So why turn at all if you are not serious, it could be that you don't want to quit, but are going through the motions to please someone else. But more likely you have a parts conflict.
That is a part of you wants to quick, but another part deep down in your subconscious is not only not ready but will actively block your efforts.
Let's assume that you do want to be a non smoker, then the solution is to dig deep prior to your session, to be completely honest about your reasons for smoking, and to allow yourself to deeply feel the pain of smoking.
Look at yourself in the mirror and shot out your intention to quit, then light a cigarette and blow the smoke through a tissue and feel the disgust.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ian_Newton
The U.S. Is the Fattest Country in the World
In case you thought you were the only one.
The United States is home to 13% of the world’s fat population, the largest percentage of any other country in the world, according a new study published in the Lancet. In fact, around 30% is now overweight or obese.
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Researchers found more than 2 billion people worldwide are heavy. The U.S. leads the pack, while China and India combined for 15% of the world’s overweight population, according to the report. And the concern isn't just the percentage of the world that has crossed over into obesity, but the Associated Press reports that no country has been able to reverse the trend in the last decades.
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“It’s pretty grim," said Christopher Murray of the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington, who led the study. “When we realize that not a single country has had a significant decline in obesity, that tells you how hard a challenge this is.”
source : http://www.mensfitness.com/weight-loss/burn-fat-fast/us-fattest-country-world#sthash.0aJ20UnO.dpuf
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Protect Yourself From This Hidden Grilling Danger
When summer hits, there's nothing better than moving the kitchen outside. Not only does it keep the house cooler, dinner tastes so much more delicious off the grill. Nothing beats that touch of fire.
However, there's a hidden danger to this summer treat that often gets overlooked. It's not the burned finger tips... Nor the underdone chicken...
Unfortunately it's the very aspect that can make grilling so tasty - the charred and smoky flavor of meat off the BBQ. In addition to cooking up a lip-smacking meal, you've actually cooked up a good dose of cancer-causing compounds.
When you cook meat at high temperatures (broiling, grilling, frying and barbecuing), you trigger an interaction between meat proteins and the heat. Out of this process special compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCAs) are formed. Known carcinogens, HCAs are implicated in an increased risk for colon cancer.
However, while HCAs may make the barbecue more dangerous than ever, there are ways to mitigate this potential health threat.
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #1: Go Meatless
The most reliable way to protect yourself from this barbecue threat is to take meat out of the equation.
Marinate some tempeh or firm tofu and put it on the grill or try some of the veggie burger and hotdog alternatives at the grocery.
Or, instead of grilling the main protein for the meal, get your taste of fire and smoke in the sides. Try marinating some peppers, onions and squash in a mixture of olive oil, cider vinegar and spices. Then grill them over a medium fire.
These meat-free alternatives can still give you a satisfying smoky flavor without the HCA threat.
But if you don't want to give up the meat, there are other ways to mitigate the danger of HCA's...
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #2: Skip The Chicken
While any form of meat has the potential to create HCA's, fish and beef seem to produce much less than chicken.
In a review of studies posted on the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine website, grilled chicken breast without the skin produced more than 100 times the amount of HCAs found in a well-done hamburger, close to 70 times the amount of HCAs as grilled salmon and 17 times the HCA's of a well-done steak.[1]
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #3: Marinate
Many of the common ingredients in marinades have been proven to help minimize the number of HCAs formed:
· Both wine and beer work to reduce the formation of HCAs, but beer is more effective than wine. Virgin olive oil has also been shown to help reduce HCA formation.
· A marinade combining garlic, onions and lemon juice reduced HCAs by 70% and a turmeric-garlic marinade reduced them by 60%.
· Rosemary extracts also help minimize HCAs from developing. Some rosemary extracts have been shown to reduce HCA formation by as much as 90%![2]
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #4: Add Some Green
One of nature's best defenses against these kinds of cancer-causing compounds is green...
The plant pigment, chlorophyll is a remarkably effective fighter of HCAs and other toxins found in meat. Numerous studies show chlorophyll inhibits the uptake of HCAs in the small and large intestines and the liver. The highest dose of chlorophyll was found so effective that it almost completely blocked HCA uptake![3]
Normally, enzymes in the liver called "cytochrome P450" activate toxic molecules (including HCAs) in such a way that they become sticky. Ideally, these substances are paired with "sticky transporters" and are eliminated from the body. Unfortunately, when these toxins become "sticky" they also have an increased tendency to bind to the intestines - increasing the risk of colon and stomach cancer. Chlorophyll seems to inhibit the P450 enzyme. This action makes HCAs and other dangerous chemicals less likely to bind with cells in the digestive tract.
You can get chlorophyll from any green vegetable. But chlorella has more concentrated chlorophyll than any plant on the planet. You can easily sprinkle some chlorella granules on your meal or swallow a few tablets alongside it.
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #5: Enjoy A Traditional Side
In addition to adding some chlorella chlorophyll power, you can also indulge in some traditional BBQ sides. Many other fruits and vegetables reduce HCA's toxicity inside of you.
Have some fruit salad. In research on 15 different fruits, cherries were the most effective in fighting HCA toxicity, followed by kiwi, plum and blueberry juice. If you want to stick with tradition, watermelon hung in there as moderately suppressive too.
And if you love coleslaw, keep eating it. Cabbage and other vegetables in the cruciferous family like radishes, kale, mustard and broccoli produce special sulfur-based compounds that can neutralize cancer causing toxins in the body. Research on 20 young men showed that eating cruciferous vegetables made a marked difference in HCAs' cancer-causing effects on the body.[4]
Finally, you've got one good reason to swill down a beer, here. Beer - particularly dark stouts - also seems to cut HCAs down to size once they get inside of you. Simply mix some beer with your burger in your stomach to enjoy the effects.
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #6: Eat It Rare
Finally, more HCAs are formed the longer you cook meat over high heat.
In one study published in the journal Meat Science, well-done meat had 3.5 times the amount of HCA's found in medium-rare meat.[5] Simply by flipping meat more frequently, allowing it to stay cooler, you can reduce the formation of HCA's.
Concern about contamination of undercooked meats has caused more outdoor chefs to play it safe by cooking meat longer. However, if you'd like to go back to rare, chlorophyll-rich chlorella can help you once again.
Chlorella has a strong track record of minimizing E. coli, salmonella and listeria infections.
Keep This BBQ Hazard Away From Your Summer
Food should nourish you - not cause harm. But that doesn't mean you have to give everything up and eat only broccoli. If you use a little strategy, you can still enjoy your favorites without doing damage internally.
With a little marinating, attentive cooking and by swapping out some meat entries on occasion, you can reduce or even eliminate your HCA exposure... without giving up the flavor.
Use these tips and you can continue to grill with confidence.
Sources:
[1] The Five Worst Foods To Grill. Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine website. July 3, 2010.
[2] Puangsombat K, Smith JS. Inhibition of heterocyclic amine formation in beef patties by ethanolic extracts of rosemary. J Food Sci. 2010;75(2):T40-47.
[3] Guo D et al. Inhibition of 2-amino-3-methylimidazo [4,5-f]quinoline (IQ)- DNA binding in rats given chlorophyllin: dose-response and time -course studies in the liver and colon, Carcinogenesis, 1994; 15(4): pp. 763-66.
[4] Murray S et al. Effect of cruciferous vegetable consumption on heterocyclic aromatic amine metabolism in man. Carcinogenesis (2001) 22 (9):1413-1420.
[5] Puangsombat K et al. Occurrence of heterocyclic amines in cooked meat products. Meat Sci. 2012 Mar;90(3):739-46. Epub 2011 Nov 9
About Randall E. Merchant, Ph.D.
Dr. Randall E. Merchant and his team of colleagues have conducted several clinical investigations on the effects of dietary supplementation with chlorella in patients with various chronic illnesses. Dr. Merchant continues to be in the forefront of double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical research on chlorella. He is also an esteemed member of the Sun Chlorella USA advisory board.
Want to learn more about what the medical world is missing? Get our FREE report, "Why Didn't My Doctor Tell Me This?" In this eye-opening report, 5 pioneering natural health experts reveal nutritional secrets that can change your life. Get your free copy here. Sun Chlorella USA offers the finest quality chlorella products for anti-aging, weight maintenance, energy, heart, brain & digestive system, as well as overall health and wellness for both people and pets. Also, for special offers, news and updates, follow us on Twitter at @sunchlorellausa or 'Like' us on Facebook at our Sun Chlorella USA Facebook page.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/8595759
However, there's a hidden danger to this summer treat that often gets overlooked. It's not the burned finger tips... Nor the underdone chicken...
Unfortunately it's the very aspect that can make grilling so tasty - the charred and smoky flavor of meat off the BBQ. In addition to cooking up a lip-smacking meal, you've actually cooked up a good dose of cancer-causing compounds.
When you cook meat at high temperatures (broiling, grilling, frying and barbecuing), you trigger an interaction between meat proteins and the heat. Out of this process special compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCAs) are formed. Known carcinogens, HCAs are implicated in an increased risk for colon cancer.
However, while HCAs may make the barbecue more dangerous than ever, there are ways to mitigate this potential health threat.
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #1: Go Meatless
The most reliable way to protect yourself from this barbecue threat is to take meat out of the equation.
Marinate some tempeh or firm tofu and put it on the grill or try some of the veggie burger and hotdog alternatives at the grocery.
Or, instead of grilling the main protein for the meal, get your taste of fire and smoke in the sides. Try marinating some peppers, onions and squash in a mixture of olive oil, cider vinegar and spices. Then grill them over a medium fire.
These meat-free alternatives can still give you a satisfying smoky flavor without the HCA threat.
But if you don't want to give up the meat, there are other ways to mitigate the danger of HCA's...
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #2: Skip The Chicken
While any form of meat has the potential to create HCA's, fish and beef seem to produce much less than chicken.
In a review of studies posted on the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine website, grilled chicken breast without the skin produced more than 100 times the amount of HCAs found in a well-done hamburger, close to 70 times the amount of HCAs as grilled salmon and 17 times the HCA's of a well-done steak.[1]
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #3: Marinate
Many of the common ingredients in marinades have been proven to help minimize the number of HCAs formed:
· Both wine and beer work to reduce the formation of HCAs, but beer is more effective than wine. Virgin olive oil has also been shown to help reduce HCA formation.
· A marinade combining garlic, onions and lemon juice reduced HCAs by 70% and a turmeric-garlic marinade reduced them by 60%.
· Rosemary extracts also help minimize HCAs from developing. Some rosemary extracts have been shown to reduce HCA formation by as much as 90%![2]
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #4: Add Some Green
One of nature's best defenses against these kinds of cancer-causing compounds is green...
The plant pigment, chlorophyll is a remarkably effective fighter of HCAs and other toxins found in meat. Numerous studies show chlorophyll inhibits the uptake of HCAs in the small and large intestines and the liver. The highest dose of chlorophyll was found so effective that it almost completely blocked HCA uptake![3]
Normally, enzymes in the liver called "cytochrome P450" activate toxic molecules (including HCAs) in such a way that they become sticky. Ideally, these substances are paired with "sticky transporters" and are eliminated from the body. Unfortunately, when these toxins become "sticky" they also have an increased tendency to bind to the intestines - increasing the risk of colon and stomach cancer. Chlorophyll seems to inhibit the P450 enzyme. This action makes HCAs and other dangerous chemicals less likely to bind with cells in the digestive tract.
You can get chlorophyll from any green vegetable. But chlorella has more concentrated chlorophyll than any plant on the planet. You can easily sprinkle some chlorella granules on your meal or swallow a few tablets alongside it.
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #5: Enjoy A Traditional Side
In addition to adding some chlorella chlorophyll power, you can also indulge in some traditional BBQ sides. Many other fruits and vegetables reduce HCA's toxicity inside of you.
Have some fruit salad. In research on 15 different fruits, cherries were the most effective in fighting HCA toxicity, followed by kiwi, plum and blueberry juice. If you want to stick with tradition, watermelon hung in there as moderately suppressive too.
And if you love coleslaw, keep eating it. Cabbage and other vegetables in the cruciferous family like radishes, kale, mustard and broccoli produce special sulfur-based compounds that can neutralize cancer causing toxins in the body. Research on 20 young men showed that eating cruciferous vegetables made a marked difference in HCAs' cancer-causing effects on the body.[4]
Finally, you've got one good reason to swill down a beer, here. Beer - particularly dark stouts - also seems to cut HCAs down to size once they get inside of you. Simply mix some beer with your burger in your stomach to enjoy the effects.
Safe And Delicious BBQ Tip #6: Eat It Rare
Finally, more HCAs are formed the longer you cook meat over high heat.
In one study published in the journal Meat Science, well-done meat had 3.5 times the amount of HCA's found in medium-rare meat.[5] Simply by flipping meat more frequently, allowing it to stay cooler, you can reduce the formation of HCA's.
Concern about contamination of undercooked meats has caused more outdoor chefs to play it safe by cooking meat longer. However, if you'd like to go back to rare, chlorophyll-rich chlorella can help you once again.
Chlorella has a strong track record of minimizing E. coli, salmonella and listeria infections.
Keep This BBQ Hazard Away From Your Summer
Food should nourish you - not cause harm. But that doesn't mean you have to give everything up and eat only broccoli. If you use a little strategy, you can still enjoy your favorites without doing damage internally.
With a little marinating, attentive cooking and by swapping out some meat entries on occasion, you can reduce or even eliminate your HCA exposure... without giving up the flavor.
Use these tips and you can continue to grill with confidence.
Sources:
[1] The Five Worst Foods To Grill. Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine website. July 3, 2010.
[2] Puangsombat K, Smith JS. Inhibition of heterocyclic amine formation in beef patties by ethanolic extracts of rosemary. J Food Sci. 2010;75(2):T40-47.
[3] Guo D et al. Inhibition of 2-amino-3-methylimidazo [4,5-f]quinoline (IQ)- DNA binding in rats given chlorophyllin: dose-response and time -course studies in the liver and colon, Carcinogenesis, 1994; 15(4): pp. 763-66.
[4] Murray S et al. Effect of cruciferous vegetable consumption on heterocyclic aromatic amine metabolism in man. Carcinogenesis (2001) 22 (9):1413-1420.
[5] Puangsombat K et al. Occurrence of heterocyclic amines in cooked meat products. Meat Sci. 2012 Mar;90(3):739-46. Epub 2011 Nov 9
About Randall E. Merchant, Ph.D.
Dr. Randall E. Merchant and his team of colleagues have conducted several clinical investigations on the effects of dietary supplementation with chlorella in patients with various chronic illnesses. Dr. Merchant continues to be in the forefront of double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical research on chlorella. He is also an esteemed member of the Sun Chlorella USA advisory board.
Want to learn more about what the medical world is missing? Get our FREE report, "Why Didn't My Doctor Tell Me This?" In this eye-opening report, 5 pioneering natural health experts reveal nutritional secrets that can change your life. Get your free copy here. Sun Chlorella USA offers the finest quality chlorella products for anti-aging, weight maintenance, energy, heart, brain & digestive system, as well as overall health and wellness for both people and pets. Also, for special offers, news and updates, follow us on Twitter at @sunchlorellausa or 'Like' us on Facebook at our Sun Chlorella USA Facebook page.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/8595759
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