Those who struggle with anxiety often state they feel fatigued or depleted. They feel flat, exhausted, foggy and lightheaded. Feelings of depersonalization often appear as one becomes frustrated and caught up in the cycle of worry and fear.

There is a logical explanation for these sensations and also a way to overcome the exhausted and unreal state one is now experiencing.

Explanation is of primary importance.

Those who struggle with anxiety often state they feel fatigued or depleted. They also struggle with feelings of unreality and brain fog. This drained sensation is caused by the combination of:

1 – Constant release of adrenaline, in response to the habit of fearful thinking.

2 – A significant decrease in serotonin due to continuous stressful thought, worry and poor diet/nutrition.

This is why so many who struggle with anxiety often find themselves in a state of depletion, due to the overall release of adrenaline. Every worried thought triggers a mild release of adrenaline and every panicky thought an even greater release. It makes perfect sense that one would experience symptoms of adrenal fatigue and depersonalization after a period of time.

Other Triggers:

Generalized Stress
Unresolved Pressures and Issues
Stressful People and Situations
Improper Diet and Nutrition, Refined and Processed Foods
Skipping Meals
Lack of Sleep
Illness
Medication

There is a definite pattern that makes this easy to identify.

One Begins to Experience the Symptoms of:

Feelings of Exhaustion, especially in the early part of day.
Emotionally Flat
Lack of Appetite
Insomnia
Inability to Concentrate
Dizziness and Lightheaded
Hypoglycemic Reactions- Reactive to foods high in carbohydrates.
Feelings of Unreality and Fogginess- Symptoms of Depersonalization

Believe it or not, with the proper approach, these sensations of depersonalization and adrenal fatigue actually dissipate quite quickly. A few corrections in diet/nutrition and behavior will place one back on track and the result is the reconciliation of the above symptoms.

It is important to know how to naturally repair both mind and body from both adrenal fatigue and feelings of brain fog, stemming from adrenal fatigue.

It is Best to Avoid:

Refined and Processed Foods
Caffeine: Coffee, Tea, Sodas, Chocolate
Stressful People
Stress in General
Carbohydrates without proteins. (combination buffers action of carb)
Stimulating Foods and Medications

Healing Regimen:

Retrain the Brain: Learn to switch off stress and replace it with productive behaviors.
Turn off the Racing Mind: Give the depersonalized mind a chance to refresh. Mind Clearing works.
Recreational Therapy in Moderation: Mild outdoor activities that stimulate mind and body.
Anxiety Neutralizing Diet: Stabilizes Blood Sugar Levels, Non-Starchy Foods, Lean Proteins, Good Fats, Vegetables and Fruits.
Serotonin Boosting Diet: Helps body manufacture serotonin in the brain, naturally (Anxiety Neutralizing Diet)
Proper Sleep and Relaxation
4-5 Small Meals a Day
Never Skip a Meal
Use Sea Salt
Pure Water
Supplements: B Complex, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Multiple Vitamin

The mind and body are able to recharge and rejuvenate. It is up to you to make these changes in order to allow it to do so. Self-nurturing is necessary, especially after one has stressed the system with constant thoughts of fear and worry. It’s time to break this habit, learn to retrain the brain, fuel the body with healthy foods and give both the mind and body a chance to refresh and revitalize.

Paper thin skin is a real thing.

It isn’t just your imagination: After years of aging and lack of the right nutrients, your skin really does get thinner and thinner. The fat under the skin is lost. Much worse, you lose collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, all essential to a healthy complexion. Oxidation damages and ages your skin.

Here is an explanation of how it happens, and how you can thicken and rebuild paper thin skin.

What you notice first

If you have been saying, “My skin is paper thin,” you have probably had a series of bumps, bruises and scrapes. Your skin bruises at every little bump that most people would hardly notice. (Sometimes you can’t even recall getting a bump, but you have a nasty bruise anyway.) If you scrape your knee even a little, your skin peels away as if you had a major accident.

This isn’t just a problem of appearance. When your skin is this delicate, it is also easily infected, and takes much longer to heal. You may well need medical care for a wound that would hardly bother someone with healthy skin.

What causes the problem

The problem is skin aging. That does NOT mean simply getting older. Some people get super-thin, easily wounded skin long before middle age. Often this is because of long-term use of medical steroids. Generally these drugs are given because of a chronic health condition.

Regardless of the contributing factors, aging skin has specific causes — and passing time is not one of them! Fortunately, all the most important causes of aging skin can be reversed.

Supplements can help your skin and your overall health, too.

Look for a supplement that contains at least 30 mg of SAMe (S-Adenosyl-Methionine) and at least 50 mg of Carnosine. SAMe is a wonderful nutrient involved in a key process called methylation; Carnosine stops glycation, which destroys healthy proteins, including collagen and elastin; Carnosine also has the unique ability to halt glycation which has already begun.

The other supplement that has a powerful record for skin health and repair is omega 3 fish oil. A just-introduced omega 3 fish oil contains the antioxidant astaxanthin, and a lycopene extract. The lycopene complex in this oil has been shown in clinical trials to actually thicken skin, add density, and dramatically reduce scaling and roughness — both very common in aging skin.

Skin care lotion or cream

Several ingredients in skin care lotion or cream have a proven clinical record of reversing the causes of aging skin. They can thicken and toughen skin and renew its flexibility, month after month. Here are some of the best:

— Cynergy TK stimulates the skin’s own natural production of collagen and elastin. It increased new skin cell production by 160 percent and improved skin elasticity by 42 percent in trials with human volunteers. It also reduced inflammation and had powerful antioxidant qualities.

— A seaweed extract called Phytessence Wakame allowed the skin to rebuild its hyaluronic acid levels. In trials, it did this by blocking 52 percent of the action of an enzme that degrades hyaluronic acid.

— If the product contains Coenzyme Q10 in tiny particles, often called a “nano-emulsion,” it can penetrate the skin deeply. In general, other forms of CoQ10 are not well absorbed. With natural vitamin E, CoQ10 makes perhaps the most powerful antioxidant combination in healthy skin.

See my website for more on toughening and thickening paper thin skin.

Before we get into the specific symptoms of Omega 3 deficiency, there are a few terms that you should be familiar with. They are EFA’s that are known as essential fatty acids.

EPA’s eicosapentoaenoic acids DHA’s docosahexaenoic acids, and ALA’s alpha-linolenic acids are Omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 6 fatty acids are linoleic acid and arachidonic acids.

Omega 3 deficiencies occur because the American/European diets are excessively rich in Omega 6 and very low in Omega 3.

This imbalance creates the classic deficiency symptoms of Omega 3. These symptoms include Cancer, Arthritis, Obesity, Heart disease, Arthrosclerosis, and Diabetes. Studies have shown that supplementation with Omega 3 and reduced consumption of Omega 6 could prevent, treat, or reverse some of the health conditions mentioned above.

Other reasons for the Omega 3 deficiency are the low levels of these fatty acids. Healthy fats have been replaced with cheap oils and transfats that are not digestible. The process used in making cooking oils, margarine, shortening, also reduces Omega 3 acids. Partially hydrogenated vegetable oils and transfatty acids became abundant in diets to give more flavor and richness (gravies, sauces, salad dressings). Omega 3’s is also negatively affected by sautéing, frying, and deep frying. EFA’s (essential fatty acids) should come from food sources as well as fish oils.

There are a variety of classic symptoms of Omega 3 deficiency. Would you believe that excessive ear wax can be a symptom? Children and adults with ADHD, in various studies, have been found to have very low Omega 3 fatty acids. Problematic/oppositional behaviors, inattention, learning problems, and other health conditions are symptoms of deficiency. These conditions include Obesity, High Blood Pressure, Arthrosclerosis and heart disease. Dry hair, Dandruff, and dry skin have also been found in those with Omega 3 deficiencies.

The addition of Omega 3 fish oils can help to treat, prevent, or reverse ( ‘cure’ ) many of the health conditions. The best fish oil source for Omega 3’s is from the Hoki fish that is native to New Zealand. They are found in cold fresh water.

Pure supplements of Omega 3 fatty acids can be accomplished with a process called Molecular Distillation. This is a process whereby all contaminants and toxins are removed. This results in a safer and more potent supplement. Pharmaceutical grade supplements are also the best choice. Talk to your doctor and/or pharmacist to find out where these supplements are available. Also talk to your doctor about whether Omega 3’s are something you should consider.

The Cabbage Soup Diet is a typical example of “magical” food diets. It is primarily based on the claims that the cabbages have special fat-burning abilities, though not yet scientifically proven. There have been many different versions of this diet but the traditional cabbage soup diet allows you to eat as much cabbage as you want. However, no authority claims to be the originator of the cabbage-soup diet.

Basing on a simple 7-day diet, the cabbage soup diet is very restrictive. It is a low-fat, high-fiber, low-calorie diet, directed towards rapid weight loss.

The primary foods allowed throughout the diet include large quantities of cabbage soup (as much as possible, at least once a day), vegetables, fruit, and beef, but not all of these together, distributed day to day. Alcohol is particularly not allowed, only water and unsweetened fruit juices when suitable.

Like any other diet weight loss programs, the Cabbage Soup Diet also has its advantages and disadvantages that we should know.

The 7 Advantages of Cabbage Soup Diet

The advantages of this diet are as follows:

1. You loose more weight as you eat more cabbage.

2. You can eat as much as cabbage soup as you want throughout the diet.

3. Cabbage soup has high water content, and water has been a proven way to keep your self well hydrated at all times.

4. The diet is known to be high in fiber and less in calories compared to others.

5. Because of the soup’s composition, you will not be left feeling hungry.

6. This soup will not strip meat from your diet, since you will still be allowed to eat beef during the diet.

7. The diet only lasts for seven days.

The 7 Disadvantages of Cabbage Soup Diet

On the other hand, are a few disadvantages regarding the cabbage soup diet and they are as follows:

1. A reported side effect of this diet is that it is supposed to give a headache to those who undergo it.

2. The Cabbage Soup Diet is only effective for weight loss during the first week. It is not meant for a long term diet, that is why people who undergo the diet need to transfer to another diet regimen.

3. The diet restricts other types of drinks other than water or unsweetened juices. Curbing your cravings for alcohol, sodas and milky drinks may be difficult.

4. Instead of losing fat and water. The Cabbage Soup diet attacks your muscles and you end up losing precious muscle tissue.

5. Due to the restricted amount of calories, you may feel low energy levels throughout the diet.

6. Unlimited cabbage may not sound unappealing, especially to those who basically do not like cabbages.

7. The diet lacks the vitamins and minerals necessary for the preservation of a healthy body.

This diet is only a quick fix type of diet and should not be taken for more than the recommended duration. If you are looking to loose more weight than just the few pounds shed with the ‘Cabbage soup diet’, it is recommended that you seek the help of professional dietitians.

Peaches are undoubtedly one of the most sumptuous fruits in the whole entire word. They ooze flavor and have a soft, and delicate texture that can send your taste buds wild. One amazing thing that derives from this delicious fruit is peach juice. This is one of the most popular fruit juices around, behind the obvious candidates such as apple, orange and cranberry juices. Like the fruit itself, peach juice has a wealth of nutritional benefits, that make it well worth considering when it comes to making healthy dietary choices. However, one thing small drawback that can often cause a slight amount of bother is that peach juice can cause diarrhea.

Why do fruit juices cause diarrhea?

Peach juice is not alone in causing what is a notoriously frustrating condition, in fact many fruit juices if drank in larger quantities can change the dynamics of your stools. The reason for this is due to something that fruit juices contain, the culprit’s name being sorbitol.

So what is sorbitol?

Sorbitol is a sugar that the body cannot digest. If you are drinking a lot of peach juice, or even other fruit juices such as apple and prune juice, your body will react by trying to dilute the sugar. This is endeavored by using water from the bloodstream and sending it to the intestine. This extra water is therefore responsible for changing the constitution of the stools, making them looser.

This is the same for people of all ages, however with babies the problem may be more troublesome as their bodies are so small. May this be a warning to anyone who feeds their infants a lot of fruit juice, the consequences could be messy!

Peach juice nutritional benefits

It you are an adult who likes to drink peach juice, don’t let this put you off, as this is really only likely to occur if you drink excessive amounts. I am not trying to put you off drinking fruit juices, quite to the contrary as they are loaded with the nutrients that your body needs. They are a much better alternative to other soft drinks such as fizzy pop.

Just to be clear here I will highlight some of the peach juice benefits that are well worth taking note of.

* Peach juice is loaded with vitamin C, in fact from a regular 500 g serving of peach juice you can get over a fifth of the total vitamin C needed in an entire day.

* You get a very healthy amount of dietary fiber from peach juice, from a 500 g serving you can obtain around 14% of the total fiber your diet requires in a day.

* You can get just over 10% of the total vitamin A needed in a day with a 500 g cup of peach juice.

One drawback – Calories

Calories are one thing that we all look out for in our diet, and due to the sugar that is found in peach juice, it is something that is not exactly low in them. There are approximately 330 calories in a 500 g serving of peach juice. This is quite a lot considering if you were to go for the fruit on it’s own, you would be eating considerably less. In a medium sized peach weighing around 100 g there are just 38 calories.

In comparison to other fruits, and more so to the majority of foods we all include in our diets, the calories found in peaches are hardly anything to worry even the most avid calorie counter.

There is always an alternative of course, and that could be to dilute the juice with water. Of course it is not going to reduce the calories in the peach juice, but making a 500 g serving one part water and one part peach is going to halve the calories in that serving.

More information

So there you have it, drinking a lot of fruit juices can cause an upset stomach and diarrhea due to the sorbitol that they contain. One thing to bear in mind is that it is actually from the fruit itself, not some sort of added ingredient when making a fruit juice. However, due to the concentrate of the fruit that goes into making the juice, it is more likely to cause you problems than just by eating a portion of the fruit itself.

Eating the fruit itself is not only going to reduce the chances of an upset stomach, but is also going to ensure you take on less calories. So perhaps a peach and a glass of water could be less problematic than a nice refreshing glass of peach juice. The decision is yours and down to how your body reacts to the juice, and also how concerned you are as to peach calories, or those found in the juice.

Any living being in this world needs nutrition to live and this goes same in case of parasites too. A healthy intestinal tract is very important to prevent attacks by various microorganisms or pathogens. It is well known fact that parasites can be effectively prevented by taking high dosages of probiotics substances such as Lactobacillus acidophilus, bifidobacteria and L. bulgaricus.

Many of the folk remedy experts favor taking food that is having strong odor, garlic being one of them. Garlic is considered to be having natural ant parasitic properties as well as antibacterial, fungal and viral action. Parasites present in the intestines do like sweet fruits and sugary foods. It can include juices, canned/frozen fruits, high fructose items, sugarcane, syrups etc. Refined flour items and sugary items are also to be avoided as much as possible. Fermented foods, bakery items, sweet sprouts, high gluten content foods, beans, starchy grains etc are to be avoided.

On the other hand, yogurt, eggs, seafood, millet, amaranth, buckwheat can be taken since parasites do not like them. Goat milk, olive, pumpkin, sunflower and saffron are good to have since they create an environment that is not healthy for parasites present in the intestines. Some of the dieticians and naturopaths suggest taking soaked almonds (the best one), almond butter and caraway to inhibit the growth of the parasites. Turkey, chicken, brown rice, sweet potatoes, mint, coriander seeds and/or leaves, holy basils are good to have as all of them carry natural anthelminthic properties and hence they all can kill parasites and their eggs.

Soymilk, onions, cloves, fennel seeds, apple cider vinegar, ginger and asafetida are few of the most effective edible items that works specific on parasites and their eggs present in the intestines and terminate them. In addition, they not only help you getting rid of parasites, but they also improve the digestion and also assimilation. They accelerate the metabolic rate in the body and hence restore the hormonal levels and keep the body healthy.

Some of the herbs can also be taken as daily health supplements. Herbs like Butea monosperma, Neem, Terminalia belirica, Emblica ribes, cinnamon, cardamom are considered to be good for intestines since they improve digestion and also terminate parasites and their eggs. They help restoring the digestion and relieve abdominal cramp, diarrhea and other gastrointestinal related problems.

Some of the ancient medical practitioner favors taking buttermilk with coriander seeds, cumin seed powder and little bit of rock salt. Such type of solution would be great treating any kind of parasites’ infestation in the intestines. This solution can be taken daily without any worries. There are many detox diet that are readily available in the market in the name of ‘intestinal detox diet’ that contain pills made up of the blend of effective herbs and they are to be taken regularly for a certain period. Latest researches reveal that turmeric can also help getting rid of parasites and their eggs. One can take raw turmeric or can go for its powder.

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Legendary strongman George F. Jowett had a very specific understanding of what it took to build strength. He understood that muscular strength alone did not make someone super strong. He knew that not only do you have to build the muscles, but you have to strengthen the ligaments and tendons that connect and support those muscles. He said that without building “the sinews” a man was only half trained.

He wrote a correspondence course titled How to Achieve Nerves of Steel, Muscles Like Iron. In it, he said that with proper training, the ligaments- “those tremendously powerful cables which support your muscles in giant contraction”- when required in demonstrations of physical resistance would “become powerfully anchored to bone and muscle like the steel cable of a giant derrick”.

He knew that there were thousands of weight lifters out there with strong looking muscles who were not as strong as they looked and could not equal others of the same or lesser size in strength tests.

He asked a simple question. “What is strength?” To answer this he stated, “Strength is not so much the size of the muscle as it is the quality of the muscle. The strength of your muscles depends as much upon the power of the muscular cables as upon the quality of the muscular tissue.” He added, “Strong muscles must have strong attachments.”

He said that stronger tendons led to stronger muscles. You had to strengthen and thicken the ligaments which would lead to thicker and stronger muscles. The best way to build tendon and ligament strength was through heavy support work in basic exercises like squats, presses, and dead lifts. All you need is a power rack and a barbell.

An example of a program using heavy support work is as follows. This is a three day a week program consisting of dead lifts, bench press lock outs, and heavy partial curls on day one, quarter squats, standing press lock outs, and power holds (where you stand in the top position of the dead lift) on day two. The simple process of holding a heavy barbell for 10 seconds will build incredible strength. On day three you repeat day one. The following week you start with your day two workout and continue to alternate. A word of caution, only do bench press lockouts or any other exercise where you are under a very heavy barbell in a power rack.

Follow this program for two or three months and then go back to your regular routine, but always include some support work. If you continue to use heavy support your tendons and ligaments will thicken and strengthen and you WILL develop power and strength that will make you more efficient in any physical activity you undertake.

Black pepper has been used for decades as a treatment of many illnesses from depression to fighting the common cold. Whilst this may be good news for those who wish to avoid using manufactured ingredients, there is increasing debate on whether this potent spice is safe to use in pregnancy. In this article, we will explore the pros and cons of using black pepper whilst pregnant.

Benefits

As I have explained earlier, there are many benefits for sprinkling a little extra of this well used spice to your meal. For those who are wishing to increase their chances of getting pregnant or currently pregnant, black pepper contains folic acid which has been confirmed by scientists for helping to cut the risk of the foetus developing conditions such as spina bifida. It also helps to control blood pressure, fight the common cold and even help managing depression. A women’s immune system weakens considerably whilst pregnant because her antibodies are transferred to the baby’s until the last weeks of pregnancy therefore, any means to increase her immune system naturally should be considered.

Cons

For those who are pregnant and reading this article, it may be a little early to celebrate eating your favourite spice. Those who are sensitive to spicy food, a little caution should be considered. Anybody who enjoys spicy food will tell you that eating excessive amounts can be irritating on the stomach. If you are pregnant, this can lead to more heartburn and acid reflux which is not ideal especially if you are in your first or third trimester. You may have also heard the old wives tale that a curry can start labour. This is due to spicy ingredients stimulating the uterus which can induce labour.

What do Nutritionists Say?

A lot of the advice published confirm that black pepper is safe to use in pregnancy but in moderation. Some women do experience cravings for black pepper in pregnancy however, if it is used in moderation then no harm is passed to the baby.

Conclusion

It is clear that there are many benefits from eating this potent spice. Its been lauded by doctors to help treat many illnesses without having to resort to further treatment. Having said that, any spice should be used in moderation whilst pregnant as it can cause adverse side effects if taken excessively. In conclusion, be fair when you sprinkle black pepper to your dinner plate and enjoy it!

Most people wants a six pack, flat stomach, a ripped abs, a washboard abs. All these phrases actually mean that same thing, which is a flat stomach spotting nicely toned and cut abdominal muscles.

However, how many of you have tried all the latest abs exercise machine and ab exercise dvd but to no avail? Have you tried doing 100 abdominal exercises daily or top 10 diets but still no difference in your abs?

If you’ve given up hope and resigned to the fate that you’re going to have a big waistline forever, don’t. The fact is everyone can have a six pack abs and the reason that you are not getting it yet is because you are doing it all wrong. In other words, you are not doing ab exercises right and you are not eating right.

If your abs workout routines are not correct you may end up training the wrong group of abdominal muscles. Before you start doing abdominal exercises, it is advisable to start by testing your abdominal strength and learns more about your abs anatomy.

There are many tests available to measure the function of the abdominal muscles. Testing the abdominal strength and abdominal endurance is important because it is an indicator of core strength and, thus the core stability and support of lower back.

The abdominal strength tests are intended to test the abdominal muscles ability to function optimally and hold a correct position under increasing difficulty. The abdominal endurance tests are intended to test the ability of the abdominal muscles to perform repeated abs curls in a set time (e.g. 60 seconds) or a set rate.

Abs strength test is not about doing repeated sit-ups but requires you to do sit-ups of increasing difficulty. The 7-stage test is one of such test. There are 8 levels, level 0 to 7, in the 7-stage test, with difficulties ranging from very poor to elite. The higher the level where you can complete the sit-up correctly, the stronger is your abdominal muscles.

Lie on your back with your knees at right angles and feet flat on the floor. For each level prescribed, attempt to perform one complete sit-up, starting with level 1. Each level is achieved if a single sit up is performed in the prescribed manner, without the feet coming off the floor. As many attempts as necessary can be made. So do the following simple tests to find out how powerful is your abdominal muscles now.

Level 0 – if you cannot perform level 1. Your score is Very Poor.

Level 1 – can do sit-up with arms extended, the athlete curls up so that the wrists reach the knees. Your score is Poor.

Level 2 – can do sit-up with arms extended, the athlete curls up so that the elbows reach the knees. Your score is Fair.

Level 3 – can do sit-up with the arms held together across abdominals, the athletes curls up so that the chest touches the thighs. Your score is Average.

Level 4 – can do sit-up with the arms held across chest, holding the opposite shoulders, the athlete curls up so that the forearms touch the thighs. Your score is rated Good

Level 5 – can do sit-up with the hands held behind head, the athlete curls up so that the chest touches the thighs. Your score is Very Good.

Level 6 – can do sit-up as per level 5, with a 5 lb (2.5 kg) weight held behind head, chest touching the thighs. Your score is Excellent. Well done!

Level 7 – can do sit-up as per level 5, with a 10 lb (5 kg) weight held behind head, chest touching the thighs. You’re rated as an Elite. Congrats!

The Skinny Switch Secret weight loss plan is marketed by Guthy-Renker, one of the largest marketing companies in America. They show their info commercials all over the United States.

Rob Nivens, a self professed weight loss guru from Connecticut originated the plan.

His plan uses a method of confusing one’s metabolic system by changing what and the amount of food eaten on a daily basis.

And every third to fifth day is called a load up day where anything can be eaten.

Allegedly, eating in this manner doesn’t allow the body to grow accustomed to the daily calorie levels and food choices which trigger a higher metabolic rate thus burning more calories then normal.

There is no science behind this plan, only speculation that because it makes sense, it should work. We believe that any positive results are due to a member eating fewer calories then burned up which result in weight loss.

The members of the Skinny Switch Secret, after logging in, navigate to the meal plan section of their web site.

Questions concerning food likes and dislikes are asked. When completed with the questionnaire, the weight loss program generates a 3 day meal plan and shopping list.

The shopping list is comprised of all the foods in the generated meals. At first thought, this seemed like a good idea until reading the list. For every minuet ingredient, it’s listed on your shopping list no matter on small a quantity is used.

For example, if butter is used in the meal (how did butter get on a diet plan?), the shopping list will show it as one tablespoon butter.

This really clutters up the list and makes it practically useless.