Want to Slim, Cut Meat

Fitness October 4th, 2010

Those who intend to cut excess body weight are advised to reduce his daily intake of meat from the menu. Of course still needs to be balanced with physical activity.

In studies conducted in Europe on more than 400,000 adults found a strong correlation between weight gain with the consumption of meat, especially processed meats such as ham or sausage.

In general, the effect of increased weight loss due to meat consumption was seen in men and women. The participants in this study came from 10 countries involved in long-term studies on diet and cancer. Their weight recorded before and after the end of the study. They were also asked to fill out a list of daily meal intake.

Once counted, the people who consume excess calories up to 250 grams of meat per day, equivalent to the small size of the steak, will experience a weight gain of about 2 kg within a period of five years. Although diasup same amount of calories, if the consumption of meat is excessive weight gain will still be higher.

The results of this study also refute dit opinions about high protein and low in carbohydrates can reduce weight.

Nevertheless, experts warn that cutting meat alone is not enough to lose weight. Weight loss must be balanced with exercise and lifestyle changes. To maintain health, are encouraged to eat a varied diet and nutrient sources, including meat.

From Houses to Offices

Diet Tips September 22nd, 2010

There is no other way to “break” the dominance of infant formula except to move back to breastfeeding mothers. With this spirit, hundreds of women who joined the Nursing Mothers Association of Indonesia (AIMI) “guerrilla” penetrate the walls of houses, hospitals, and offices to educate mothers about the importance of providing breast milk (milk) to her children.

Education is done by holding a discussion, free seminars, and dissemination of breastfeeding for infant health. In addition, AIMI also open nursing training class. The training was taught a variety of nursing positions, ways to treat breast milk well, and others. In the office, AIMI also socialized to be women employees are given full rights to breastfeed even though the work environment.

AIMI formed in 2007. One is Mia Sutanto penggagasnya (36) which now becomes chairman AIMI. Mia is compelled to form AIMI because he had difficulties when it comes to feeding her first child.

When her first child was born, Mia does not have any knowledge about breastfeeding. It can not be positioned to be able to breast-feed their babies with ease. The result, once finished breastfeeding her body ache. Every time breastfeeding, Mia is also tormented by the pain of breast nipple blister. “I accompanied the mother in the hospital, but he also had no experience because they never breastfeed their children,” said Mia.

This experience that drives AIMI to provide guidance for young mothers in need. Those who are in hospital or at home can ask for assistance to be accompanied when breastfeeding. “Our lactation counselors can come to your home or hospital,” said Mia. AIMI has 33 lactation counselor spread in Jakarta, Bogor, Bandung, and Semarang.

Mothers who feel their rights prevented the nurses at the hospital may also request assistance from AIMI lactation counselor. “When a mother asks her son was treated the same room with him so she could breastfeed, but the nurses kept separated children, the nurses were already breaking the rules,” Sisca said Baroto, Head of Communication Division AIMI. According to Sisca, existing Law No. 36 Year 2009 about health that provide criminal sanctions for those who hinder the program of exclusive breastfeeding.


I think no one denies the efficacy of tea for health. However, do you know an easy way to increase the efficacy of tea? Simply add the lemon juice into the tea will contain disease-fighting antioxidants in tea will be doubled.

In a study published in the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food, scientists found that by adding 2-3 teaspoons of citrus fruits (lemon, lime, or grapefruit) into a cup of green tea can increase the stability of catechins (antioxidant prevention of cancer, stroke , and heart disease) in an amount sufficient to digest up to five times.

Cathecins contained in almost all types of tea, but because this component is not stable in non-acidic environments, such as in digestion, which can be absorbed by the body is usually less than 20 percent.

Interested to try? Enter one bag teabag into a cup of boiling water for 3-5 minutes before adding lemon juice to ensure higher levels of antioxidants.

15 Food Immunity booster

Fitness August 31st, 2010


When weather conditions are extreme and uncertain as it is, your body may become more vulnerable to minor disturbances, such as the flu or a cold. In order not easy to get sick, you certainly have to maintain the condition and stamina with a variety of ways, including increased resiliency and immunity or immunity through intake of nutritious food.

Here are some healthy foods that you can choose to boost immunity. By taking them properly and balanced, your body will be prime condition and protected from disease.

1. Oyster
Really oysters contain substances that stimulate desire, or increase the body’s immune? Perhaps both are true. Oysters contain the mineral zinc (zinc). Research has shown that low zinc intake is associated with male infertility. In addition, the mineral content of zinc in oysters have antiviral effects. Although research has not been able to explain the process, the minerals zinc proved to play a major role in the immune system, including the healing of wounds.

2. Watermelon
Besides containing lots of fluids and refreshing, ripe watermelon also contain high antioxidant and glutathione. Glutathione is known to help strengthen the immune system so it can fight infection. Glutathione itself is found in watermelon fruit is red meat.

3. Cabbage
In addition to watermelon, cabbage is also one useful source of glutathione which strengthens the immune system. Cabbage is easy to find in every season and it’s cheap. Try adding some type of cabbage (white, red, china) to soups and beverages to enhance the nutritional value and source of antioxidants in your food.

4. Peanuts “almonds”
You know, when experiencing stress, it is synonymous with lowered immunity? Try a handful of almonds to overcome them. You are advised to consume 1 / 4 cup almonds because the dose was already contains 50 percent of the amount of vitamin E needed by the body to help boost the immune system. Almonds also contain riboflavin and niacin, vitamin B that can help you recover from the effects of stress.

5. Oranges “grapefruit”
The content of vitamin C in grapefruit is very high and good for the body. However, until recently, research has not been able to prove that you can easily meet the need of vitamin C through diet alone, without supplements, to help treat the flu or a cold. However, grapefruit may be an option because it contains flavonoids (natural chemical compound that is useful to improve the immune system). Do not like grapefruit? You can try oranges or tangerines (tangerines).

6. “Wheat germ”
Wheat germ is a core part of the wheat seeds are rich in nutrients. The content contained in wheat germ of which is the mineral zinc, antioxidants, and vitamin B, as well as other essential vitamins and minerals. Wheat germ also contains a mixture of fiber, protein, and some good fats.

7. Low-fat yogurt
A cup of yogurt each day can prevent your body from the cold. Look for yogurt that wrote the label “bacteria live and active cultures.” Some researchers believe that yogurt may stimulate the immune system to fight disease. In addition, recent studies about the latest vitamin D has found an association between low vitamin D levels and increased risk of cold and flu.

8. Garlic
Garlic contains a number of antioxidants that are useful in the immune system against H pylori, the bacterium that causes ulcers and stomach cancer. Cooking tips include: peeled garlic, cut, and allow 15 to 20 minutes before cooking to activate an enzyme that works to increase immunity.

9. Spinach
Spinach is known as super foods because of rich nutrients. This is because spinach contains folate which helps your body produce new cells and repair of DNA. Spinach also contains fiber, antioxidants, like vitamin C, and more. Spinach nutrients most spinach is obtained when eaten raw or lightly cooked.

10. Tea
Do you like green tea or black tea? No need to hesitate because they both contain polyphenols and flavonoids that can fight disease. Antioxidants are contained in both types of tea can destroy free radicals.

11. Sweet potato
Like carrots, sweet potatoes also have antioxidant beta-carotene that fight free radicals. Sweet potatoes also contain vitamin A which is useful to slow the aging process and can reduce the risk of some cancers.

12. Broccoli
Vegetables are easily found in supermarkets is in fact contain substances that can enhance the body’s immune basis. A study showed that natural chemicals in broccoli helps stimulate the immune system. Plus, nutrients that protect your body from damage. In addition, broccoli also has vitamin A, vitamin C, and glutathione. Cooking Tips: You can add a side dish with cheese broccoli low-fat fed so as to obtain vitamin B and vitamin D that is useful to boost immunity.

13. Button mushrooms
When you think of mushrooms as a low-nutrient foods, you are wrong! Mushrooms have a mineral selenium and antioxidants. According to the study, low levels of selenium in the body can increase the risk of contracting a more severe flu. In addition, riboflavin and niacin content contained in button mushrooms play an important role in the immune system. Animal studies indicate that the fungus also has antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-tumor effects.

14. “Acai berry”
Known by the term “super food”, acai berry also produces antioxidants like blueberries. Only, acai berry antioxidant content is higher and is often called anthocyanins. Although the acai berry can not be specified for certain disease-fighting, antioxidant believed to help your body fight aging and disease. Acai berry most often ditemukkan in juices or smoothies or dried and mixed with granola (cereal).

15. “Elderberry”
In a study conducted found that the herb made from elderberry extract is able to block the flu virus. Several small studies conducted in humans showed that this material can help you recover faster from the flu. However, scientists cautioned that further study is still needed. Antioxidant-rich elderberry own and have the ability to relieve inflammation.

Peanut-Peanut Champion

Fitness August 31st, 2010

Chewing nuts as a snack is a wise choice to protect our health. Get behind the properties of savory and delicious taste of nuts. Interested?

Peanut is a healthy intake which is not many people interested to try it. In fact, with as many as 42 grams of beans megkonsumsi or a handful every day is to reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Prevention would like to share this time three super nutritious nuts on you.

1. Almon
This is the king of nuts group. Almonds contain all the nutrients and vitamins are very important for our health more than other nuts. Many people consume because it has a tasty almond and never thought about the virtue of there when we consume these nuts. The content of polyphenols in almond good for our heart health. Consuming 30 grams of almonds is equivalent to one cup of green tea or ½ cup steamed broccoli.

2. Hazelnut
These nuts are very popular because they contain vitamin E which can help the reproductive system and is essential for healthy heart muscle and other muscles throughout the body. Vitamin E in hazelnuts can prevent the disintegration of red blood cells, so both to prevent anemia and to prevent the trigger factors of cancer. Arginine amino acid content may help relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure. Vitamin E, folate, and vitamin B is good for the body also found in peanuts hazelnuts. Prevent heart disease and cancer by simply consuming 25 grams of hazelnuts every day.

3. Pistachio
In addition to the savory taste. crisp and crunchy, pistachio nuts contain many nutrients that are good for the body. According to research from Pennsylvania State University, consuming pistachio nuts regularly can lower LDL cholesterol levels up to 12%. Potassium and magnesium content in pistachios are also good for our heart health.

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