Weight Loss Hack

Dieting and exercising are not the only things you can do to lose weight. And by all means do not say you are on a diet. No on wants to hear it, and you do not want to say it. It is as if you will jinx yourself. Chose healthy options, exercise as much as you can, and call if a lifestyle change. Here are some other tips to shed some pounds, and be more positive about your health.


1. Plan ahead. Make shopping lists prior to hitting the grocery store. Avoid shopping while hungry. Fill your basket with fresh fruits, veggies, and other healthy items.

2. Incorporate exercise into your daily routine. You do not need a gym membership to get in shape. Walk around your neighborhood, buy some weights and lift in your home, or use items around your home like water bottles or canned vegetables.

3. Drink plenty of water. It is very important to stay hydrated. Replace empty calorie beverages with water and unsweetened teas.

4. Quit smoking.  

5. Be as positive as you can. Surround yourself with happy people. And build yourself a strong support system.

Allergies In Children: How They Affect The Ear, Nose And Throat

Children fall ill all the time and it can often be difficult to figure out whether they are suffering from an allergy or whether they have simply caught some virus or infection. While allergies often surface after a child crosses the age of four, some of them may start to show signs of food allergies even before that. Otherwise, children below this age may be reacting to dust or pollen in the air.

Nasal allergies are very common and they can often lead to larger problems like asthma. These signs include itchy noses, sneezing, congestion in the nose and nasal drainage. Observing the weather conditions when your child most frequently gets these problems could help a doctor in determining whether it is an allergy or not.

Sore Throats

Very often, an extra amount of mucus may be produced due to an allergy. This can lead to a nose dripping or leaking down the back of the throat which then becomes a post-nasal drip. When this happens, it affects the throat which can then come out in the form of a cough, a husky voice or a sore throat.

Ear Infections

Otitis Media, commonly called the middle ear infection, is a very common medical problem that is seen in children. Usually, kids who suffer from this problem when they are below 2 years of age do not suffer due to an allergy. However, as they get older, allergies could play a big role in fluid that is found behind the ear drum, infections or uncomfortable air pressure in this area.

Sleep Disorders

If your kid is suffering from either seasonal allergic rhinitis or year-round allergic rhinitis, one of the most common symptoms is nasal obstruction. When there is congestion in the nasal region, sleep disorders often occur. Since the nasal airway is used as the common route for a person when they sleep, any congestion or obstruction can lead to snoring or sleep apnea. Sleeping disorders then lead to fatigue which not only affects the quality of life of the child but is has also been seen to affect their performance in school and their overall development.

Sinusitis

Children who suffer from persistent sinusitis should be checked for allergies. Studies have shown that allergic children are more likely to get large adenoids. Adenoids are tonsil-like tissues that are found at the back of the nose. If you visit a pediatrician, they will study the medical history of your child and conduct an exam in order to determine whether he or she is likely to be suffering from some kind of allergy.

Pediatric Partners consists of a team of highly trained professionals who will take care of your children's medical and development needs. These pediatricians provide care and assistance for children right from the time they are born till they reach adulthood. Also check out our new blog post on Ear, Nose and Throat Illnesses.

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Calorie Counting to Lose Weight

There are numerous diet plans. Low carb, fasting, juice diets, soup diets, and brand names (big money making corporations) such as Weight Watchers and Jenny Craig. I think that counting your calories will be the most successful thing you can do. Eat less, move more.

Calculate the calories you need per day: To lose weight, gain weight, or maintain.

Calculate Your BMR
Your BMR is the amount of energy your body needs to function. We use about 60% of the calories we consume each day for basic bodily functions such as breathing.Other factors that influence your BMR are height, weight, age and sex.

Step one is to calculate your BMR with the following formula:

Women:
655 + (4.3 x weight in pounds) + (4.7 x height in inches) - (4.7 x age in years)

Men:
66 + (6.3 x weight in pounds) + (12.9 x height in inches) - (6.8 x age in years)

Please note that this formula applies only to adults.Calculate ActivityStep two: In order to incorporate activity into your daily caloric needs, do the following calculation:

If you are sedentary : BMR x 20 percentIf you are lightly active: BMR x 30 percent
If you are moderately active (You exercise most days a week.): BMR x 40 percent
If you are very active (You exercise intensely on a daily basis or for prolonged periods.): BMR x 50 percent
If you are extra active (You do hard labor or are in athletic training.): BMR x 60 percent

Add this number to your BMR.The result of this formula will be the number of calories you can eat every day and maintain your current weight. In order to lose weight, you'll need to take in fewer calories than this result.
Enter your info here: http://nutrition.about.com/od/changeyourdiet/a/calguide.htm 

As you lose weight, you can re-calculate the formula to assess your new BMR.
source:http://weightloss.about.com/od/eatsmart/a/blcalintake.htm 12/11/09



Dieting/ Eating Healthy Tips from ME!
Read the labels
Stick to the amount of calories recommended for you, per day
Exercise
Avoid foods that make you want more (potato chips, cookies)
Eat plenty of fruits and veggies, so you won't have hunger for the junk
Eat the serving size
Check with a doctor, or nutritionist if you have any questions on your dietary needs, supplements, or allergies.

Sharpen your Memory

Everyone miss places their keys at one time or another, it doesn't mean you are losing your mind. The facts are though, that as we age we we do come across memory impairment, or age associated memory impairment (AAMI).

Neurons in our brain shrink with age. And as our body ages, it makes fewer neurotransmitters, the chemical messengers that help brain cells communicate. Blood flow with in the brain also decreases. Have a positive attitude about aging, and know that memory loss isn't inevitable. The health choices you make will have a big impact on your mental alertness.

TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL MEMORY

Control your cholesterol. Lower the bad "LDL" cholesterol to reduce your risk of vascular dementia- memory loss caused by clogged arteries, triggering several small, silent strokes.

Avoid high blood pressure. If your heart has to work extra hard because of clogged arteries, you are at greater risk for vascular dementia.

Quit Smoking. Smoking damages the blood vessels in your brain that bring in nutrients.

Mental Tricks to help you remember

• Let go of anxiety. Stress can cloud your memory
• Stay focused. Be in the moment, pay attention to what you are doing, eliminate distractions.
• Write it down. Keep a note pad on hand to jot down things you'll need to know later on. 
• Establish a routine. Doing the same things will become a habit. IE Keep your keys in the same place, always. 
• Exercise
• Get enough sleep

Brain Foods  

• Apples
• Green vegetables
• Fish
• Berries
• Vitamin B6 and B12

Decipher Your Food Cravings

When Your Body Craves Certain Foods, It Actually Is Looking For Nutrients.

                                                     Common cravings


Ice                         Low Iron                   Chewing or sucking on ice relieves inflammation of the                                                                                    mouth and tongue which is thought to be a sign of                                                                                          anemia.

Chocolate               Magnesium                 Chocolate is a good source of magnesium but so are                                                                                     nuts which are less commonly cited as a craved food.



Lemons                    Vitamin C                  Fill up on Vitamin C rich foods. Oranges,                                                                                                      Grapefruits, spinach


Ice cream                 Fat, sugar, protein       Opt for low fat, unsweetened yogurt to get your                                                                                             calcium and protein


Burned Foods           Carbon                  Eat fresh fruits


Tobacco                  Silicon               Nuts, seeds; avoid refined starches
                                 Tyrosine               Vitamin C supplements or orange, green and red fruits and                                                                            vegetables


















 

Baby Update: 38 Weeks

Yesterday was my growth check, and I made sure to tell them that I would be seeing my doctor the next day, however they didn't send the results to my doctor. So I had my exam, but really he had no report to look out.

I told him she weighed in at 7 lbs, and he said it could be off by a pound or two. I have to go back to see my doctor next week, and he wants to induce me. I will be 39 weeks on Wednesday, he said I can be induced Thursday or Friday. I think he's going to set it up with the hospital. I will find out next week I suppose. Fingers crossed, all is well.

My daughter was induced 6 days after her due date. The petocin, which causes the contractions, made the labor excruciatingly painful. I had an epidural, but even that didn't help much. I started the IV around 11 AM and I gave birth at 5:30 PM. I just hope to go into natural labor.

 38 Weeks

Baby Update Growth Check

37 weeks, 6 days. I am in my ninth month, and today I had a growth check sonogram. My original due date, based on my period, was January 9th 2016. But because she was measuring small, my doctor changed my due date to January 20th. I am a but nervous as to why she is measuring small. She is where she should be for 37-38 weeks, but how do I know that the "new due date" is accurate. How can they be so sure? What does it mean if she is on the small side? I think the constant sono's, and exams, lead to more worry than anything else.

So today, she was measuring 7lbs. She still has 2 more weeks to grow. I see my doctor tomorrow, and I assume we will speak about her size, and possible induction. I cannot be induced until the 39th week. I feel OK right now. Last night I felt awful, nauseous, and very tiered. My back has been hurting for over a week, I have to limp around because of the pain. I hope the back ache improves once I deliver. Final stretch. My hospital bag is packed, I am nervous, but ready to meet my new daughter.

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