Vitamin D is fat soluble type of vitamin which is naturally present in very few foods. It is produced from ultraviolet rays of sun. It is essential for absorption of calcium. It is also needed for bone growth and remodeling of bones. In early 20th century scientists found out a childhood disease which could be prevented by vitamin d. It is also called calciferol. It is also important in strengthening bones. There are two types of vitamin d and...more
Author: Raj RishiUpper back pain most often occurs due to injuries in the broad triangular trapezius muscle. It is located at the back of the neck between the shoulders. It covers the upper shoulder, the upper back and the mid back. The trapezius muscle has the tender and hypersensitive knots or trigger points. They are so called because they trigger shooting pains when compressed. The pain is often very severe and limits the movement of...more
Author: Raj RishiHere are some exercises for strengthening the back by gently stretching the back muscles. Do each of these exercises five times twice daily preferably in the morning and evening. Later on you can increase the repetitions to ten times. Do each exercise quite slowly and cautiously. Stop any exercise that causes discomfort, numbness, weakness or some other sensation. It is always good to do some light aerobic exercise such as brisk walking to warm up the muscles before doing any exercise. Exercise No.1 1. Lie on your back on a mattress2. Bend one knee, place your hands upon it and slowly bring it towards your chest.3. Press your lower back against the floor as you do so.4. Remain in this position for as much time as you feel comfortable.5. Come back in the original lying position and relax.6. Repeat with the other knee.7. Do the same exercise with both your knees. Exercise No.2 1. Lie on your back. Keep your arms on sides. Bend your knees while keeping your feet flat on the floor. 2. Place your lower back flat on the floor. As you do so, your hips will rise upwards.3. Hold on for about 10 seconds and come back to the original position.4. Slowly increase your...more
Stay Fit And Stay MotivatedWhen it comes to staying or getting into good shape, motivation may be hard to come by. As the seasons change so do our motivation to stay in shape. Holiday schedules, cold winter days, and all those convient gadgets that keep us from drudging up the motivation to get in shape or maintain a daily routine of exercise are...more
Human body needs a regular supply of nutrients to grow, to replace damaged or worn-out tissue, to form protein and to supply energy for various chemical reactions taking place constantly in body. These nutrients are extracted from food as food passes through digestive system. This system consists of digestive tract running from mouth to anus and...more
Author: Paul RitchieStretches of any kind are always good for your body but back stretches in particular will keep you supple and build core strength. The exercises I am about to describe are easy to do and can all be done in the comfort and privacy of your own home. The only thing I would suggest buying if you do not have one is a comfortable yoga mat that will make it easier when the stretches hurt a little. Stretch One : The Bent Leg Lift STEP 1: Place your mat down on the ground and whilst lying on your back bend your knees up at right angles so your feet will face upward. Reach down and hold onto your legs right behind your knees. STEP 2: Whilst holding firmly at the back of your knees pull them forward towards your chest. Go as far as you comfortably can without feeling pain. STEP 3: When your lower back is slightly bent hold for a short time about 5 seconds and then return to your starting position. Stretch Two: The Bridge Back STEP 1: Bend down and get onto your knees then bend forwards so that the palms of your hands are flat on the ground and in position lining up with your shoulders. STEP 2: Now relax and arch your back upwards whilst lifting...more
Author: Paul RitchieStretches of any kind are always good for your body but back stretches in particular will keep you supple and build core strength. The exercises I am about to describe are easy to do and can all be done in the comfort and privacy...more
With the pressures of daily life, sometimes working out regularly can become difficult for a working mom. I know it because I am a working mother myself. I have been working even before marriage. The excessive stress at office, coupled with the...more
Author: Paul RitchieFor women, strengthening and toning your muscles around the thighs is a great goal to have. Sometimes having a trim lower body is harder to achieve then a toned upper body. Keeping both upper and lower body in proportion will be...more
The hardest working parts of the body are the extremities-your legs keep you mobile and your arms and hands type, grasp, write, create, protect and everything else.Unfortunately, because we ask so much of our hands, they are very prone to injury from...more
Snoring caused by a noise can be stopped through constant exercises. The best way to eliminate snoring is to exercise which we can call stop snoring exercises. Your main goal is to control and lose your body weight. It has been researched and it has...more
Author: Liv MiyagawaTurning Daily Activities into Self-esteem Exercises When I woke up yesterday morning I was first thinking “Today is going to be a very busy day. I will not have time to do any self-esteem exercises.” Then I realized what a...more