Archive for September, 2010

Nutrition & Fitness

nutritionOur body needs more than 40 different nutrients to ensure that our heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, brain, etc., are in good condition. If all the body parts working in tandem, we remain in good health. To burn fat, we need energy. Our bodies need energy to burn fat. If you do not eat carbohydrates for energy, our bodies burn muscle protein for energy to fuel our brain and nervous system. In this way, you end up losing precious muscle mass is essential for burning fat. In the process, you lose muscle mass and can not burn fat properly.

So, to burn excess fat, you need to eat properly. Crash diets are just a fad that will help you lose weight at first, but eventually harm your body. The foods we consume are divided into five food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, poultry, fish and dairy products. A healthy diet should provide our body with a proper ratio of protein, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins and minerals. If we have less protein, your body goes into a lower part of amino acids. These amino acids are necessary for protein synthesis, which allows the construction of cells and tissue repair. Similarly, if our protein intake is high, it creates stress on our liver and kidneys and also hinder the absorption of calcium.

If you eat well, looks and feels good. Children are also victims of junk, fried and processed foods. Childhood obesity is increasing, and adolescents suffering from anorexia and bulimia because they have body image problems. Be aware of significant health problems. Make wise decisions and aware, because once you start eating well, your fitness level increases and your body more energy to function optimally.

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