We all have days like this when our motivation is low and our need to overeat or be a couch potato takes over. But it's best to bust those excuses before they become a well worn mantra of failure. Cultivating true resilience is a lifelong process. Lifesaver #1: Use the Buddy System Corny but proven: You get by with a little help from your friends. Nine out of 10 women … [Read more...]
Fasting Blood Glucose & Insulin Level: An Effective Predictor For Weight Loss Diet
A new study on Pretreatment fasting plasma glucose and insulin modify dietary weight loss success: results from 3 randomized clinical trials has uncovered two biomarkers that could predict how effective certain diets will be for weight loss, particularly for people prediabetes or diabetes. In total, the study included the data of more than 1,200 adults, all of whom were … [Read more...]
Is Tequila good for you, or should we take this latest research with a pinch of salt?
Drinking alcohol is as much a taboo a subject as cigarette smoking was in the 90’s, and with binge drinking on the increase in women over 40, there’s every reason to be concerned. So when I was faced with the prospect of writing an article about National Tequila Day for my blog this month, I have to say I was a little reluctant due to the plethora of rather misleading articles … [Read more...]
Understanding Trans Fatty Acids
Trans fats are artificial fats made when hydrogen gas reacts with oil-- by a process called hydrogenation. Hydrogenation increases the shelf life and flavor stability of foods containing these fats. Trans fat can be found in vegetable shortenings, some margarine, crackers, cookies, snack foods, and other foods made with or fried in partially hydrogenated oils. Unlike other … [Read more...]
Hepatitis C Diet: 5 Foods To Avoid
Hepatitis C is a disease that causes liver inflammation due to infection with the Hepatitis C virus, again caused by sharing needles and other equipment (such as cotton, spoons, and water) used to inject illegal drugs. This illness typically progresses slowly – with symptoms often taking years or decades to surface. Liver disease progression occurs when liver cell death … [Read more...]
2015 MMA Woman of the Year Andrea Calle Shares Her Spectacular Journey on WF!
Andrea Calle is one of the biggest experts in MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) in the USA. Born in Medellin, Colombia, she moved to the U.S. in 1998. In 2003 she graduated from the University of Miami with a B.A. in International Finance and Marketing. Her wide knowledge in MMA made this Colombian beauty become the host of the well-known ‘Combate Americas’, the first Hispanic … [Read more...]
Top 7 Hot Bikini Trends For 2017
With beach visit going to be a must in the month of June, July and August, a careful look at the current swimwear trends is definitely a must. Wearing the same two-piece you've had since that family beach trip 5 years ago, you might want to consider an upgrade. Have a look at the latest trendy designs of 2017: 1. Side Designed One Piece: This season the lace-ups & … [Read more...]
The Best Way To Train For Size
To increase muscle mass you must train the muscle to be able to generate more force - which in turn means the muscle must grow. Increasing muscle size will help increase performance strength - but increasing performance strength does not necessarily mean that you will increase muscle size. Muscle strength in the adult human is relative to cross section area (size). An equal … [Read more...]
Characteristics Of a Good Weight-training Program
In order for weight training to be effective, the following rules should be followed: Sessions should be short: 60 minutes maximum. The maximum amount of time a weight training session should last is 60 minutes. After 60 minutes the levels of muscle building and fat burning hormones (like growth hormone and testosterone) begin to drop. In addition, the glycogen … [Read more...]
Top 5 To Do Away Body Shaming
There is no second thought on the fact that we're always thinking either we are too skinny or too fat or too tall or too short. I too am left thinking about the same myself. In fact, we're shaming each other and we're shaming ourselves, which can prove detrimental in the long run. None of us need to conform to the skinny standards. There are plenty of ways to handle your … [Read more...]
Playboy Playmate Sherra Michelle Shares Her Fitness & Diet Secrets!
Playboy Playmate and Sports Illustrated Girl Sherra Michelle shares her fantastic modelling journey with Namita Nayyar, President Women Fitness. Ms. Namita Nayyar: Walk us through your spectacular modelling journey and tell us how it all began? Ms. Sherra Michelle: My modeling journey began when I first turned 18 and I discovered the Playboy Mansion. From there I went onto … [Read more...]
How apps can help you achieve your fitness goals
We all know how regular exercise and a healthy diet are core parts of our fitness regime. But it seems as though technology is having an increasingly important role to play in keeping us in shape. Whilst apps can be used from everything from social media to online games, the latest generation of fitness apps have proven to be remarkably versatile in helping us in our quest … [Read more...]
Stress And Your Skin
While dermatologists are still debating whether stress actually causes skin disorders, they seem to agree that stress definitely triggers or aggravates skin conditions such as acne, hives,eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, warts, cold sores and blisters. And even if stress does not actually show up on your skin as one of these conditions, it … [Read more...]
AASLD Recommendations For Treatment Of Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection remains a global public health problem with changing epidemiology due to several factors including vaccination policies and migration. The liver performs many jobs in your body. It processes what you eat and drink into energy and nutrients your body can use. The liver also removes harmful substances from your blood and Hepatitis B is a … [Read more...]
Former World Boxing Council (WBC) Champion Mia St. John Talks Boxing And Fitness!
Mia St. John is a Mexican-American professional boxer and former World Boxing Council (WBC) champion in the super welterweight division. She is also the IBA and IFBA lightweight champion. She is also a model, businesswoman, and taekwondo champion. Namita Nayyar, President Women Fitness catches up with Mia St. John on her spectacular boxing journey. Ms. Namita Nayyar: Your … [Read more...]
Lemongrass: A Multi Beneficial Herb
Lemongrass has been a herb known for centuries for its health benefits. Lemongrass is a plant. The leaves and the oil are used to make medicine. Lemongrass is used for treating digestive tract spasms, stomachache, high blood pressure, convulsions, pain, vomiting, cough, achy joints (rheumatism), fever, the common cold, and exhaustion. It is also used to kill germs and as a … [Read more...]
Elliptical Trainer: For An Impact Free Workout
Elliptical trainers are exercise equipment that combine the movements of the stair climber, treadmill, and the exercise bike into one. The basic features of elliptical machines include the drive system, the resistance system and the stride length. Why to choose an elliptical trainer? There are many benefits to using an elliptical trainer but probably one of the … [Read more...]
Surfing Queen Léa Brassy Shares Her Awe-Inspiring Journey Into The World Of Reefs & Oceans!
Adventuring in the ocean brings Léa Brassy as far afield as the snowy shores of the Arctic Ocean and the remote coral reefs of the Pacific Islands. A dedicated waterwoman committed to living her passions fully, she enjoys surfing, bodysurfing, spearfishing and sailing. Léa’s adopted a nomadic and minimalist lifestyle. She believes in simplicity as a resource for wellness and … [Read more...]
Psychotherapy for Curing Anorexia
A trial has been held for the first time to measure the effects of psychotherapy on women with anorexia nervosa, considered to be one of the most fatal mental disorders, in a study called the Anorexia Nervosa Treatment of OutPatients (ANTOP). The study found that women whose anorexia isn’t too severe made significant progress in treatment on an out-patient basis, and continued … [Read more...]
Starring Mustard
A spice as ancient as the Pharaohs and the Ayurveda is muscling its way into modern medicine. Find out why... Mustard is member of the brassica cruciferae family, which includes broccoli, brussels sprouts, turnips, cabbage and watercress. Used as a vegetable, condiment, spice and, at one time, medicine (dried-mustard plaster mixtures were used to alleviate chest … [Read more...]
International Playboy Playmate Holly Wolf Unveils Her Fitness And Modelling Secrets!
Travelling to numerous destinations each year to model for exclusive companies, Holly Wolf has also been featured in multiple of your favorite magazines such as the FHM’s and Maxim’s all around the world. Also, as a 4x International Playmate that holds two lucrative Playboy Covers and a Playmate of the Year under her belt, Holly Wolf is a certified goal digger. As a proven … [Read more...]
Fat loss diet pills – Make over the counter purchases that are good!
It is very complicated to decide which fat loss diet pills are the best to purchase over the counter and which ones are completely not right to purchase. There is however the need for you to make sure nothing is taken for granted in this regard. Before you decide to make any over the counter purchase, there will be the need for you to make sure you know how to trust that … [Read more...]
Weight Stigma: A Major Trigger Factor In Eating Disorder
Eating disorders have the highest rate of mortality of all mental illnesses. They are complex disorders triggered by environmental factors, and studies have shown that weight stigma is one of the major triggers. According to Chevese Turner, CEO of BEDA (Binge Eating Disorder Association ) “We must continue to raise awareness around weight stigma and how focusing … [Read more...]
Skin Lightening: Looking For The Right Ingredients
Skin whitening, skin lightening and skin bleaching refers to the practice of using chemical substances in an attempt to lighten skin tone or provide an even skin complexion by lessening the concentration of melanin. In recent times, the market has been flooded with several chemicals that have been shown to be effective in skin whitening. A person’s skin color depends on … [Read more...]
Delay Aging With Methylene Blue
Human skin thickness decreases at an averaged rate of 6% per decade. The gradually thinning skin with age mainly includes a thinner epidermis and dermis, which results in a lowered resistance to shearing forces and higher susceptibility to wounds after trauma. Skin is the largest organ of the body that protects us from microbes and toxic compounds. It tends to change as … [Read more...]
Calcium: The New Guidelines
A specially constituted expert panel recently re-evaluated calcium intake based on new scientific date. This new report advised a change to adequate intake (A1) values rather than the more familiar Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA). The A1 proposal was an attempt to move away from guidelines developed to prevent deficiency diseases and to move towards guidelines promoting … [Read more...]
Nutrients Essential To Repair Connective Tissues
Connective tissues serve as binding structures, forming a framework and support for organs and the body as a whole, store fat, transport substances, protect against disease, and help repair tissue damage. They occur throughout the body. Most connective tissues have a good blood supply but some do not. The individual bones of the skeleton are held firmly together by ligaments, … [Read more...]
Ditch the gym and get the healthy, happy, hot body you deserve this summer!
Women around the world are getting their sweat on with Love Sweat Fitness, a fitness and lifestyle community created by southern California’s Katie Dunlop. In January Dunlop launched an 8 week at-home workout guide for women along with a 4 week meal plan designed to jumpstart your health and fitness goals. The guides are downloadable e-books complete with an easy to … [Read more...]
Pain No More: Natural Ways To Reduce (or Eliminate) Aches Naturally
We all have our aches and pains. Our typical reaction when we’re feeling a little off is to reach for the medications in the cabinet. We wash it down and wait patiently until the problem goes away. After a few hours and the meds wear off it typically comes back. That’s no good. If we become reliant on these medications then we place ourselves at potential health … [Read more...]
Celebrity Fitness Trainer Lori-Ann Marchese Talks Fitness!
Fitness Celebrity and Owner of Body Construct Lori-Ann Marchese, was born and raised in New Britain, CT. In 2008 Lori-Ann graduated Tunxis College with a Degree in Science and passing The Northeast Regional Boards she also practiced as a Dental Hygienist. Before taking on an education in science and health she was training in the gym with male trainers and only gaining … [Read more...]
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