It is the type of headline people might have laughed at in the past, but now it doesn’t seem so impossible. The United Nations announced the technology to grow synthetic meat will be available within the next half-century. This will eventually mean meat can be grown and eaten without harming animals or destroying livestock in the process. Wait a minute. Relax. No one’s going to make you turn into Charlton Heston, holding onto meat and saying “You’ll pry this from my cold, dead hands.” This is not an anti-meat crusade. What is being discussed is just the technology to grow and process meat that tastes like the real thing without coming from a ranch. This has been discussed for a ...
Problems Associated With Big Breasts And When To Consider Female Breast Reduction
Although most magazines, television shows and other forms of social entertainment portray big breasts as being great assets, they fail to mention and point out the problems associated with them. This means that most women with low self-esteem due to their small breasts become more and more interested in breast augmentation. There are thus an increased number of women with double D's. Big breasts are associated with a couple of health problems some which may necessitate the consideration of female breast reduction . The major health problem associated with big and heavy breasts is the pain associated with them. The pain does not seem to fade even if one uses a well-fitting and supportive ...
HIIT – Do it Anywhere Workout
Higher, faster, better, stronger… I guess man will always want to push himself to the limit and try things which will enhance his physique. Whether it’s human nature or just me, I know for a fact that after having accomplished one thing, I always want to step up and dip my fingers into the next better thing. Awhile back, I dabbled in Interval Training, and loved every bit of it. That's like jogging for 2 minutes then walking the next. I seemed to thrive on those short workouts, and was keeping me fit which delighted me like a kid in a toy store. The fact that these exercises paid off has motivated me to go a step up in the fitness ladder and try out the next higher level- High Intensity ...
How do Kidneys Function?
Every internal organ is extremely important that requires a person to take care of them by following some doctor’s advice, medications, having a healthy diet and regular exercise. Among these organs, kidneys play a crucial role in making sure that the blood circulating around the body is free from any bad bacteria, waste products and other harmful substances. On a daily basis, about 20 percent of the blood passes through the kidneys to clean it purposely. And there are 2 quarts of waste products that are being sifted from the blood prior it is allowed to return to usual circulation. Some people tend to neglect to take good care of their kidneys because they are not fully educated about the ...
Why Smokers Switch to Ecigarette
Smoking tobacco has always been a major source of health complications in both men and women before the introduction of the ecigarette. According to health studies, tobacco smokers are normally under a great risk of getting lung and heart disorders due to the harmful soot created by the tobacco when puffed. Things become even worse when non-smokers are also affected by the smoke released by active smokers in what is normally known as passive smoking. This has led to the rise of ecigarettes which are considered to be the safest way of smoking. A recent study carried out by health experts also reveal that many smokers are now switching to ecigarettes due to their numerous benefits.There are ...
Selector pins – The parts that provide convenience of adjusting the height and length
Selector pins are also known as weight stack pins. They are used to adjust the weight of a particular application and to adjust the length and height of the application. They can be used in various applications. They can be used in various applications like weight machine, selectorized machine, exercise machine, various fitness equipment etc. But they are most widely used in fitness machines and equipment. There are various types of such pins are available in the market. The different types of pins are designed to be used in different types of purposes and with different types of applications. The usage and replacement mechanism of these pins are extremely easy. Detailed specification of ...
Is Exercise advisable for Cancer Patients?
Today, more than 11 million people living in the US have cancer. The common doctor's advice for cancer patients has for a long time been, ''Take it easy.'' For a long time, doctors assumed that exercise was likely to lead to negative health effects for cancer patients. However, a recent survey conducted by the Macmillan Cancer Support Center has found overwhelming evidence that suggests just the opposite. Researchers carried out the survey, done in a series of 60 studies involving more than 400 health professionals, to look into the effects of exercise on cancer patients. The study shed light on some important benefits of exercise for cancer patients. For starters, the survey ...
Clean, Swing, and Snatch – Lifting Kettlebells for Better Fitness
-- It might not look much but these cannonball-like exercise implements are much more effective than any other complicated machines around today. Kettlebells have a lot of benefits to offer you in terms of fitness. Experts in Sports Medicine and Fitness all agree that kettlebells work your muscles and joints in a more harmonious way than other fitness machines. Although this metal ball is used by bodybuilders, even regular people can reap the benefits of a good kettlebell workout. Many have, in fact, shared stories about how they were able to lose weight and tone their muscles successfully with just a few minutes with their kettlebells every day. Core Strengthening. Because the kettlebells ...
Five Ways to Quit Smoking
Smoking is one of those habits that many people find hard to give up, even if they know about the health risks involved in lighting up. However, if you’re looking to quit smoking, there are ways in which you can do it without having to struggle. Here are five great ways to do to finally say goodbye to cigarettes and all the health problems that come with them: Take up a hobby – if you smoke regularly and do it socially, you could always try and find something else to fill your time instead - such as a hobby. Knitting, reading, writing or even sports could replace smoking. Chew gum instead – if you miss the sensation of having something in your mouth, you could always chew gum, and ...
My love affair with Mizuno Wave Rider
Love at first sight is not particularly one tenet I subscribe to. Ask any of my friends, and they’ll tell you that I’m probably the last person on the face of the earth to believe that. But when it comes to the Mizuno Wave Rider 14, I hardly think that “love at first sight” is rubbish. When I first laid eyes on a pair of wave riders, I immediately loved them. I knew I just had to have them. It was a selfish indulgence which I knew I deserved. Even before getting down to the nitty-gritty of the shoe, the candy colors they came in were more than enough reason to get them for myself. Suffice it to say, they were a sight for sore eyes. On days when I’m feeling particularly emotionally rundown, ...
Alcoholic drinks you should have and avoid during a fitness regime
Getting fit – and staying fit – requires a very particular lifestyle. Fitness enthusiasts need to eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly to really reap the benefits of a healthy regime, but, putting it into practise can be difficult. Temptation is never far away, whether it’s in the form of a takeaway or the possibility of a few drinks with friends. Just as hitting the gym hard is important if you want to look and feel great, so too is relaxing and having the odd treat every now and then, which could mean enjoying an alcoholic beverage or two. Everything in moderation is a mantra to be mindful – and here, courtesy of Predator Nutrition, is a guide to which drinks you should have and ...
Choosing Fit and Comfortable Riding Clothes
Horseback riding is an exciting and challenging leisure activity, it also keeps you fit. But, it can also be one painful experience for an ill equipped and inappropriately dressed rider. Wearing complete and properly fitted riding attire is a safety essential that protects the rider against injuries. It also ensures that one will enjoy a horse ride in comfort. In the case of competing horsemen, fit and comfortable riding clothes help increase their riding efficiency and endurance. Helmet, pants or jodhpurs, gloves and boots are the essential clothing pieces that a rider should have in order to get ample protection. Regardless of the skill or purpose for riding, quality and fit should be the ...
Back Pains
Blogging for hours could result in back and neck pains, especially now that I 've stopped working out for the meantime. I am certain, I'm not the only one who experience this, most of us (bloggers) do. Since back pains are connected directly to the spine, the interconnection of the muscles, bones and joints in it is greatly affected by one's posture. Pain could be felt on the neck, upper back, lower back, even the legs and feet. Hubby, a graphic designer, spends most of his time in front of the computer with his back not really resting on the chair. This leads inevitably to a recurring form of minor back pain (http://www.totalback.com/). He would complain about this at night and I would ...
Accidents can happen
Staying healthy is an aspiration that many of us have at some point in our lives, even if many people keep putting it off. However, many people know that the key to good health is eating the right food and doing regular exercise, but finding the time for those can be hard. Even visiting the gym just twice a week or a couple of hours of running or cycling will do, if you have the time. I’m a mom who works at home, and spend several hours a day sat in front of a PC. Not stretching my legs once in a while and eating the wrong food could seriously damage my health, which is scary. While staying fit can help to minimise the risk of injury, even the fittest person isn’t immune to the possibility ...
