Sugar Addiction

There is something wrong in our lifestyle if most persons in our culture are obese. Italy was still normal till some years ago but suffers obesity now, too. It's terrible to see entire classes of buys and girls who at the age of 13 years are 100 kg heavy. Suffers... Maybe, suffer is not the right word. In any case, the problem is known to everybody and I've just wrote about it many times in this blog.

What is relatively new in the notice I read this morning is the classification of the problem "I love sweeties and can't renounce on them" as sugar addiction and it's positioning in the same row with drug addiction and alcohol addiction. With -as conseguence- necessity of psychical therapies. These therapies are so effective (they say) that can cure you in only one working day.

I do not understand: why is this problem still so important???? We are only some milliards.

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Building Your Home Gym

Between gas prices, membership fees, travel time, waiting in line to use equipment and, ugh, sharing showers with strangers, going to the gym is quickly becoming more of a hassle than it's worth. It takes so much time out of your day and costs extra money for what, because it has a nice atmosphere? Building a home gym or workout space will give you back the freedom and time during your day to fit fitness flexibly into your schedule while saving you money in the long run. No more rubbing elbows with sweaty, stinky people when you can relax in the comfort of your own home and achieve the same results.

 The first things you should look into purchasing are the ones you will have trouble maintaining your healthy workout without. That doesn't mean you have to scan the papers for boxing bags for sale before anything else, you just have to set aside some time later to look for things like boxing bags if they're essential to your workout. Look for natural things in your home that can save you money as well. Skip the stair stepper machine if you actually have stairs in your home. Skip free weights or medicine balls if you happen to own a couple of old bowling balls (which can likely be found at a garage sale cheaper than you could find them in a store).

The most important part of building your home exercise space is the space itself. You want it to be somewhere that you can relax and stretch before and after your workout. If space allows, bring in some mats and work out a home yoga routine. In your personal gym, you call the shots about what stays and goes. Stop paying for services you don't need and tailor your home workout to your needs without wasting money on traditional gyms.

Sinus Congestion and Natural Medicines

Are you affected with allergie and can't breath more? If it can be useful for you, know that there are millions of persons suffering the same problem. Who knows, why is it so widespread in our times? I discussed it with my friends and many of them think, it's the conseguence of the chemical substances in our food and in all the activities of our life.

Well, I think, nobody can answer this question but the quantity of allergies seems to confirm this supposition.

I collected some remedies to cure sinusite and want to write about them here.

Most use steam baths for these treatments.
They add Eucalyptus Oil drops into the bowl (8). Others use boiled potatoes vapors. Effective is onion skin (I continue about the steam baths).

I experiment with ginger juice. I grate it, squeeze the juice, add water and drop it in the nostrils. There is nothing  pleasant but it's effective. Don't try it with children.

Very effective are branches of raspberries. Boil them and drink the infusion.

An other device you can use is neti pot. I wrote about it in this blog some time ago.

And try to avoid pasta and bread that help our organism to create mucus.

Essentials of the printing process

When you venture into any industry, most people try as much as possible to be well informed. When you have the correct information, it is usually very easy to make a decision. Many people who have printers in their homes or offices do not have even the slightest idea on what is important and what is not. Most of them would end up stranded if they were tasked with the issue of replacing the cartridge. The bigger number does not even know what printers use of the printing process. The most significant part of the printer is the cartridge or the toner. The quality of your work is determined by the type of cartridge that you use. If you stick to quality cartridges like the ce278a, you will never go wrong. Many people that keep on incurring the costs of repairing their printers should check the type of cartridge that they use. The use of a wrong cartridge or toner in your printer would be a costly mistake. A good toner will accrue so many benefits to the user with the main benefits being quality printed work as well protecting the printer from any form of damage. Unfortunately most people do not have this essential information and they end up spending so much money in buying new printers as well as repairing them. There are those who assume that any type of ink will perform the required task. This is not true since most printers have their model numbers and there is a specific ink that should be used. You do not expect a canon toner to function with a HP printer since they are not compatible. You would need to find the right toner that matches a specific model of printer to ensure that you do not encounter any problems in the future.

TENRYU-JI Temple in Japan (Zen)

Tenryu-ji temple, located in Kyoto, in Japan, is one of the major Japanese Zen temples and UNESCO World Heritage Site known for it's gardens.

The photo is from the main page of the temple's site and I was really touched (after two ritrits I finished just some days ago) reading the quotation posted there on the main page and the invitation to visit it (temple) for practices. Here is the quotation:

"Our existence here and now is not due to our own force, but to the force, blessing and support of all around us.
This is not only true for ourselves.  Mountains, trees, and birds — all beings exist accordingly." Sakai Tokugen

For those who practice Zen could be interesting the invitation: it's possible to come in the temple and live some time there. There are periods of normal practices and intence periods. I don't have the intention to describe it here -you can read everything in the site. I wanted only to pass the notice about such a great opportunity for those who can allow it.

How Chinese Herbs Aid With Cancer Treatments

This article I received in the mail today and thought, it could be  interesting for those who reads this blog. So, I copy it here.

Cancer treatments can be crucial when it comes to saving lives, but the medications and regimens can be very damaging to the body. Both radiation and chemotherapy target cancerous cells, and through the process of eliminating those bad cells, they can also weaken and kill healthy cells as well. Dr. Edward Lamadrid, Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) believes that acupuncture and Chinese herbs used in conjunction with cancer treatments can not only aid in the effectiveness of the drugs, but help reduce the side effects as well.

“While people should not rely solely on Chinese herbs and acupuncture when it comes to treating cancer, these types of ancient Eastern remedies used in conjunction with Western medicine can not only reduce the side effects, but it can make cancer drugs like tamoxifen work more effectively,” notes Dr. Lamadrid.

Before and During Treatment:

Acupuncture and various Chinese herbs can be used to detoxify the body. This allows the chemotherapy drugs that are used to be more effective at ridding the body of cancerous cells. Using herbs during treatments can help patients retain necessary vitamins and nutrients that fight infection and promote wellness, which can help to boost your health before, during and after treatment. Acupuncture has been known to move energy and blood throughout the body, and since blood helps to move medication throughout the body, it is imperative that the circulatory system is working to the best of its ability. Acupuncture simply aids in that natural process.

After Treatment:

The side effects from chemotherapy and radiation can sometimes be as difficult, if not more, than the treatments themselves. The drug tamoxifen has been known to induce early signs of menopause, and hot flashes and insomnia are very common effects of this drug. Acupuncture has been known to ease the onslaught of hot flashes as well as aid in promoting a healthy sleep cycle. Some other side effects of chemo and radiation can be nausea and loss of appetite/upset stomach. Chinese herbs and acupuncture also aid in reducing the effects of nausea and can settle patient’s stomach pains.

About Dr. Edward Lamadrid: He is a doctor of acupuncture and oriental medicine (DAOM) and the founder of Integrative Health Studio in downtown Chicago. Dr. Lamadrid is a pioneer who has devoted over three decades to studying all forms of complementary and alternative medicine. His practice is located in downtown Chicago. He is also the campus director and professor at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.

Exercise For Creativity

New studies are showing that in addition to its tremendous physical health benefits, including weight loss, cardiovascular health, and muscle toning, exercise also benefits the mind and emotional health. This comes in the form of reduced anxiety, better coping mechanisms, and even enhanced creativity. It's this last one that should come as a bit of a surprise, as previously exercise was not linked much to art production or creativity. 

Now scientists and medical experts are saying that as little as thirty minutes of exercise can greatly enhance your creative powers. I've encountered the same truth in my life, to the point where I rely on physical exercise in order to jump start my creative powers. Here are a few exercise regimen that could work for you:

Hot yoga—I'm a big fan of hot yoga, specifically Bikram yoga, because it's a unique form of yoga that actually counts as a cardiovascular health regimen. It's rigorous, meditative, and I've even found myself coming with ideas for projects during class. If you're looking for a way to tone your muscles, oxygenate your body, flush new blood in your veins, and get your mind's circuitry electrifying itself, try out some hot yoga.

Midday session—Sometimes you don't have time for a full-blown exercise session but you still want and need the high that exercise affords. I found this great treadclimber that I use to squeeze in wonderful 30 minute exercise sessions that keep me primed for the rest of my day.

Morning walk—If you're like me and you love the morning air, taking a nice brisk walk when you first wake up is an excellent way to get those seratonin levels roaring and ready to go for the day. Even just a half hour can give you the workout you need for the rest of your day.

Everyone has their favorite form of exercise. If you don't, you're probably not exercising enough. The glory of exercise is that not only is it good for your body, it's good for your mind—emotionally and creatively. For artists struggling with their productivity levels, I can't recommend enough adhering to an exercise regimen that fits into your daily routine.

Not only should you feel your creative juices flowing more rapidly, you'll be increasing the likelihood that you're around on this Earthbeing creative for longer.