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http://photos2.demandstudios.com/DM-Resize/photos.demandstudios.com/getty/article/129/242/89685102_XS.jpg?w=400&h=10000&crop_min=1&keep_ratio=1 Anytime I've started a diet I've always been told that I shouldn't eat bread. I've also heard that you don't have to stop eating bread. Then I've heard that it depends on the amount of bread that you eat. I've always loved bread and I'm the type of person that has to eat bread with everything. The rate at which you lose weight by cutting out bread depends on the amount of bread you eat each day. The more bread you eat, the more pounds you can shed pounds by eliminating it from your diet. However, the food you use to replace bread also can affect your weight loss. Just cutting bread products will not melt away the pounds if you eat other foods of similar caloric value in place of the bread. Caloric Deficit It takes a deficit of 3,500 calories to lose 1 pound of fat. While fast weight loss gives you a temporary sense of accomplishment, it rarely offers permanent results. For a better chance at achieving permanent weight loss without the constant feeling of deprivation and hunger, the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute recommends a safe weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week. A deficit of 500 calories a day equals 3,500 calories or 1 pound per week. Eliminating 500 calories each day may seem too difficult, but not all of the calories have to come from food. Cut out 250 calories per day and burn 250 calories by increasing your physical activity. When you cut bread from your diet, you also eliminate the extra calories you add with butter, margarine, mayonnaise and cheese.

Skin care all the way from Korea

I became interested in some different skin care regimens from different countries. I found some interesting things on the web. I thought I'd start with Korea. My eating habits probably have a lot to do with the way my skin looks but If I can find some new amazing product I wouldn't mind trying it. Dr. Choi doesn’t have his own line of products, but he had some general recommendations about the types of products he suggests to patients. He believes that hydration is the most important part of any skin care regimen for any age. “When [hydration] falls apart, nothing else works,” he said. “A common misconception is that those with oily skin may be well hydrated. Even those with oilier skin types could be insufficiently hydrated. Beyond drinking enough water, skincare products truly go a long way.” He recommends products containing hyaluronic acid and glycerin. Rice extract and seaweed also work well, and peptides — which nourish skin — are also “water-loving” and help to keep skin hydrated. In general, women in Korea choose very focused products, rather than multi-taskers. Ampoules (super concentrated serums) and masks, which provide more intensive treatments, are very popular.

Skin Care

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7YOVO5PAULYlmCqU_gOv2JhaGVmX7p6ntRixD6bvfowd3gjdCcOw0KCU9oOCXVYMplIK59C9RD4jiI0lj68IRf3PfuLA9TrOCSaTfhqNQN3SXYqX1h53N0bVtROkfEI4-g5rkiLWHX9s/h120/foods-for-good-skin.png If there is any vitamin we have all heard about, it is vitamin C. Most people take vitamin C to boost immunity. For acne, however, vitamin C when it is used to keep immune responses in check. Vitamin C is the nutrient most people get from orange juice or by taking 1000-mg capsules. It turns out that neither orange juice nor 1000-mg capsules of synthetic ascorbic acid is the best way to get vitamin C for fighting acne. Vitamin D,C,A and E are also great for acne. I'm always concerned about how my s kin looks. My skin doesn't break out very bad but if anyone else does maybe a few a these vitamins can help.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT I've always wondered if there are foods that can actually improve your thought process. I've even wondered if there are foods that may be able to protect the brain for certain diseases. Including more tomatoes in your diet could help protect against the kind of free radical damage to cells which occur in the development of dementia, particularly Alzheimer's. Vitamin C can increase mental agility. One of the best sources of this vital vitamin are blackcurrants. Eating just a handful of pumpkin seeds a day is all you need to get your recommended daily amount of zinc, This helps enhance your memory and thinking skills. Last but not least, I love broccoli. Broccoli can enhance cognitive function and improve brain power. Being an adult can be extremely stressful at times. It can become really hard to balance everything that's gong on in your life. I've noticed that the more that I'm doing at once the more forgetful I become. I'll definitely be trying some of these foods after my next shopping trip.

http://www.prevention.com/weight-loss/fit-10-lose-17-inches-working-out-10-minutes-day According to the website above a young lady lost 17 inches by working out for only 10 minutes a day. 10 minutes a day is music to my ears because I have to force myself to workout. I want the toned body but I don't want to do the work. I really don't want to eat healthy to reach my goal. From Prevention.com>>>"The first four weeks I lost weight really quickly. I'd get on the scale in the morning and think, 'Is this a joke? Is the scale working?' I'd make my husband stand on it to make sure it hadn't broken since the day before!" she laughs. She also noticed that she was able to run up the subway stairs a little faster, and felt a little whoosh of extra confidence when she walked into meetings. (Want to lose weight by only working out 10 minutes a day? This is the type of program that can be beneficial to anyone who struggles to fit a workout into their day. This workout plan is only for 8 weeks. I'm actually planning on starting this plan and hopefully I'll also see some awesome results. With my work schedule and school schedule it's almost impossible for me to stay fit these days.

I've always had really dry skin. My skin gets especially dry in the winter time. Skin products never seem to work so I found some healthy food ideas that are know to nourish the skin. Avocados are a great source of vitamins C, E, and monounsaturated fats, which help your skin lock in moisture. People who ate 5 tablespoons of tomato paste daily, along with almost a tablespoon of olive oil for 12 weeks, had 33% more protection from sunburn compared to a control group that ate just olive oil In a study published in the Journal of Nutrition in 2011, people who drank a beverage containing green tea polyphenols daily for 12 weeks had skin that was more elastic and smooth, and had one-quarter less sun damage when exposed to UV light compared to a control group. Researchers from the University of Arizona looked at people who reported that they ate citrus fruits, juices, and peels weekly. People who ate peels (orange peel or lemon zest, for example) had a 33% decreased risk for squamous cell carcinoma. Dr. Oz has given me some additional ideas on how to handle dry skin this Winter. Here are some ideas that I found on his website 1) Shower Strategically Instead of taking a hot shower for a half hour, try using warm water for a maximum of 10 minutes. You’ll minimize the dryness that happens when scalding water sucks the moisture out of your skin. Bonus tip: Blot your skin dry – rather than rubbing – with a towel and apply moisturizer immediately. 2)Use a Humidifier Certain heat systems including central heat, wood burning stoves, fireplaces and space heaters can blast away all the moisture in your home’s air. The result can be painful, irritated skin or a sore throat. Use a humidifier in your bedroom or living room to combat dry air. 3) Exfoliate Expertly Part of a good skin care regimen is exfoliation, the removal of the outermost layer of dead cells on your skin. Types include mechanical exfoliation, which uses a physical abrasive to dislodge and remove dead skin cells, and chemical exfoliation, wherein glycolic acids help to detach dead cells. An effective routine will leave your skin glowing and healthy.

Ever had baked Kale chips? I've been hooked on baked kale since the first time I tried them last year. Kale chips are now my potato chip replacement. 1 Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a non insulated cookie sheet with parchment paper. 2 remove the leaves from the thick stems and tear into bite size pieces. Wash and dry kale with a salad spinner. Put some olive oil on the kale and sprinkle the kale with seasoning salt. 3 Bake until the edges brown but are not burnt, 10 to 15 minutes. What are the benefits of eating kale chips? Weight Management Excellent eyesight heart health nutrient dense

If you're looking for that smoothie to give you clearer skin you should try the Cilantro Grapefruit Cucumber Smoothie. Some of the benefits that this smoothie has are that it's full of vitamins. It's loaded with antioxidants, and amino acids. Cucumbers are great for your skin and fight aging and inflammation from breakouts including cucurbitacins and cucumerin. Cilantro removes the heavy metals such as lead, mercury and aluminum from the body when ingested. Combine all ingrediants Nutrition Calories per serving: 400 calories Dietary restrictions: High Fiber, Low Fat Low Fat Abs, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Wheat Free, Egg Free, Milk Free, Peanut Free, Tree Nut Free, Soy Free, Fish Free, Shellfish Free, Pork Free, Alcohol Free, No Oil Added, Kosher Daily value: 20% Servings: 2 Fat 1g 2% Carbs 100g 33% Saturated 0g 1% Fiber 10g 42% Sugars 72g Monounsaturated 0g Polyunsaturated 0g Protein 6g 12% Sodium 164mg 7% Calcium 150mg 15% Magnesium 112mg 28% Potassium 1,377mg 39% Iron 3mg 15% Zinc 1mg 8% Phosphorus 139mg 20% Vitamin A 179µg 20% Vitamin C 362mg 604% Thiamin (B1) 1mg 42% Riboflavin (B2) 0mg 19% Niacin (B3) 4mg 18% Vitamin B6 1mg 37% Folic Acid (B9) 178µg 44% Vitamin E 1mg 5% Vitamin K 90µg 113%