28 May 2015

Weight loss effect of Chili

Chili contains capsaicin which makes it spicy hot. When applying it to the skin, it may help relieve pain. But for the current discussion, its important lies in the area of helping weight loss.

Capsaicin can speed up metabolism and reduce fat tissue, as well as curb overeating by taming appetite.

1) Appetite
 
According to a 2009 study from the journal Clinical Nutrition. a combination of capsaicin and green tea led subjects to feel less hungry and take in fewer calories. In another study, it was found that capsaicin may help decrease ghrelin (a hormone involved in promoting hunger).
 
2) Metabolism
 
A number of studies found that capsaicin may help rev up thermogenesis (a biological process involved in burning calories) in animals. However, there is currently a lack of studies testing capsaicin's ability to boost metabolism in humans.
 
3) Body Fat
 
Capsaicin may help fight the buildup of body fat. Capsaicin can help promote the release of fat burning hormones - norepinephrine.This hormone can stimulate fat oxidation process and help lose weight.
  • An increase in our heart rate - this pumps more blood around our body, helping our muscles work faster and more efficiently.
  • An increase in glucose (or sugar) release - this additional sugar gives our muscles something to 'feed on,' which helps them work better and faster.
 
Although increasing capsaicin intake by eating chili peppers or chili-pepper-based sauces may be beneficial to our overall health (partly also due to its antioxidant property), intake capsaicin supplements is another issue. This is because in that case capsaicin is no longer capsaicin. It is only a chemical compound and so may have side effects (such as stomach irritation and aggravation of ulcers and heartburn). In addition, capsaicin supplements may interact with certain medications (including aspirin and blood-thinning drugs).

19 May 2015

Why we cannot burn belly fat easily

There are certain chemicals in our food supply, our makeup and environment, such
as pesticides, herbicides, and petrochemicals that have an estrogenic effect inside our bodies. 
They all contain endocrine disruptors called xenoestrogens.

Endocrine disruptors are a category of chemicals that alter the normal function of hormones. And xenoestrogens are a sub-category of the endocrine disruptor group that specifically have estrogen-like effects.

Estrogen is a natural hormone in humans that is important for bone growth, blood clotting and reproduction in men and women. The body regulates the amount needed through intricate biochemical pathways. When xenoestrogens enter the body they increase the total amount of estrogen resulting in a phenomenon called, estrogen dominance.

Build up of xenoestrogens have been indicated in many conditions including  breast, prostate and testicular cancer, obesity, infertility, endometriosis, early onset puberty, miscarriages and diabetes. These toxins also cause chronic inflammation which abrades the inside of artery walls. And it is this process that is the real cause of heart disease, heart attacks and strokes.

And so our body needs to store these dangerous excess toxins. Otherwise, they can lead to serious damage in our blood vessels and vital organs. All these dangerous chemicals end up being stored in our fat cells, which act as storage lockers. That is why, no matter how much exercise we do, or however much we cut down on what we eat, there is always that extra layer of fat we can never shift. We cannot burn our belly fat.

Luckily, cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, kale, brussels sprouts, cauliflower and cabbage contain phytonutrients such as indole-3-carbinol (I3C) that can help to combat the effects of xenoestrogens in our body.

12 May 2015

What Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

It can be devastating to the self-esteem of a man when afflicted by erectile dysfunction. And so it needs to find the causes for it. 

Older men
While arousal takes longer as a man ages, chronic erectile dysfunction needs attention. Today, urologists believe that physical factors underlie the majority of cases of persistent erectile dysfunction in men over age 50.

Because erections primarily involve the blood vessels, the most common causes in older men are conditions that block blood flow to the penis, such as atherosclerosis or diabetes.

Another vascular cause may be a faulty vein, which lets blood drain too quickly from the penis.

The vascular processes that produce an erection are controlled by the nervous system and so sometimes certain prescription medications may have the side effect of interfering with necessary nerve signals. Among the possible culprits are a variety of stimulants, sedatives, diuretics, antihistamines and drugs to treat high blood pressure, cancer or depression. Nevertheless you need to have medical treatment for these cases. In addition, alcohol, tobacco, and illegal drugs, such as marijuana, may also contribute to the dysfunction.  

Other physical disorders, as well as hormonal imbalances and certain operations, may also result in erectile dysfunction.

Younger men
Psychological problems are the likeliest reason for erectile dysfunction. Tension and anxiety may arise from poor communication with the sexual partner or a difference in sexual preferences. The sexual difficulties may also be linked to these factors:

  •     Depression
  •     Fatigue
  •     Stress
  •     Feelings of inadequacy
  •     Personal sexual fears
  •     Rejection by parents or peers
  •     Sexual abuse in childhood






    10 May 2015

    Oil pulling - Detoxification our body

    Oil pulling, also known as "kavala" or "gundusha", is an ancient Ayurvedic dental technique that has been around for thousands of years.

    It involves swishing a tablespoon of oil in your mouth on an empty stomach for around 20 minutes. This action supposedly draws out toxins in your body, primarily to improve oral health but also to improve your overall health. You can use a number of oils for this, but sesame, sunflower and coconut oil are the most commonly used.

    This is one of the easiest ways to support your oral health naturally, especially if using coconut oil, which is a powerful destroyer of all kinds of microbes, from viruses to bacteria to protozoa, many of which can be harmful. 

    This technique has significantly reduced the plaque buildup and improved gum health. This is because oil pulling reduced counts of Streptococcus mutans bacteria – a significant contributor to tooth decay – in the plaque and saliva of children. And so oil pulling is as effective as mouthwash at improving bad breath and reducing the microorganisms that may cause it.

    In addition, it benefits our mouth via its mechanical cleaning action. There are clear indications of possible saponification and emulsification process, which enhances its mechanical cleaning action.

    Overall benefits include:
    • Whiter teeth
    • Cavity and gingivitis prevention
    • Better breath (halitosis suffers also reported greatly improved morning breath)
    • Stronger teeth and gums
    • Less jaw pain, sleep problems and sinus issues
    • Alleviation of headaches, hangovers and skin issues (reports have shown improvement in acne, psoriasis and eczema)

    06 May 2015

    Canola oil

    Although olive oil comes from olive, corn oil from corn, canola oil is not from canola. There is no such thing as a canola in nature. Canola oil is actually a modified version of rapeseed oil, which Asian and Indian cultures used for centuries, but never consumed in large quantities.

    The rape plant belongs to the mustard family and it contains cyanide-containing compounds. And so you can know its effect on our health would be.

    In addition, the refining process of deodorizing and bleaching to become canola oil involves exposing rapeseed oil to high heat, which greatly reduces its omega 3 content.

    Consumption of this "GMO oil" has been linked to muscular disorders and fatty degeneration of the heart, kidneys, adrenals and thyroid gland.