Minggu, 16 November 2014

Trick Your Body Into Faster Fat Loss


1. Trick Your Body Into Thinking It is Starving - This sounds a little outrageous but it is essential to faster fat loss. By cutting your carbs you will signal your body to start producing starvation hormones. These hormones are responsible freeing stored body fat and shuttling it to your liver and muscles so that it can be used as energy. You dont need to starve yourself (thats a bad idea). Just trick your body by reducing your carbohydrate intake to 50-100g per day to trick your system and crank up your fat loss.

2. Trick Your Mind and Stomach Into Thinking That You Are Eating More - One major problem with dieting is hunger. The inability to deal with hunger while dieting is one of the biggest reasons why many people fail on their diets and cant lose weight. This is an easy fix - just trick your body into thinking that it is eating more food than it really is. How can you do this? Eat more green leafy (spinach, kale, lettuce) and/or fibrous vegetables (broccoli, asparagus, brussels sprouts, etc). These kinds of vegetables have a lot of bulk to them but not a lot of calories. This means you can eat a lot more food without consuming extra calories. You actually trick your body in two different ways. The first is visually. There is a big difference from a psychological perspective when you sit down to eat a plate overflowing with food vs. a plate that just has a few pieces scattered on it. The second trick occurs in your stomach. Your stomach has stretch receptors that signal the brain, letting it know your stomach is full and that you should stop eating. These receptors dont sense calories, they sense volume. Eating lots of green leafy and fibrous vegetables will activate these stretch receptors and youll feel full even on less calories.

3. Trick Your Body Into Thinking That It is Time to Build Muscle - Successful long term weight loss hinges on your ability to maintain and stimulate your metabolism. The major driving force behind your metabolism is your muscle. Muscle is a metabolic powerhouse that burns massive amounts of calories allowing you to peel off the pounds. The people that lose muscle when dieting are doomed to not only slow weight loss but also being stuck with the skinny fat look once they are done dieting. Increasing your protein intake while dieting will help prevent muscle loss because certain amino acids found in the protein you eat work on the DNA level to stimulate protein synthesis (i.e. muscle building). Your body is smart (well not too smart as this article is dedicated to tricking it) and doesnt like to waste resources so if it is building muscle then it wont at the same time start breaking it down. This little trick will spare your hard earned muscle from destruction when you are dieting and allow you to keep your metabolism cranking.

There you go. Pretty simple...Eat more protein, less carbs, and more green vegetables to trick your body into losing weight fast. Put these tricks into action and youll be losing weight 2x faster than all your friends.

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Sabtu, 20 September 2014

Sleep Position Affects Beauty





Turns sleeping habits can affect the health and beauty of your face. If you do not want that happening habits should start to change your sleeping position.

Begin to sleep on their backs straight and use a pillow that is not too high. The position is considered the most perfect sleep because the body is in a relaxed position. Your body also curved so as to interfere with the heart and blood circulation.

Side sleeping position is actually not bad but you should not continue in that condition. His side a well is skewed to the right as seen by the doctors not to suppress your position in your heart.



If you often sleep on their stomach, this is the worst position. Because it can compress the spine curvature that causes the muscles remain tense during sleep. Besides stomach can make your face puffy and red eyes due to chest and cardiac distress.

But avoid challenging sleep because the lights will make your face pucker when you sleep soundly. Do not forget to uninstall jewelery and underwear while sleeping, so the blood can circulate well and make you sleep more soundly.



Source : tips-tipskesehatandankecantikan

Jumat, 19 September 2014

Parrot

A woman went to the bird market, and saw a large beautiful parrot. In front of the cage posted price of $3. Wow. Thats Cheap? The woman said. The salesman replied, Well, I had to tell you the story first. The parrot is ever maintained by a pimp in a brothel. So, sometimes he say a pretty dirty word.

The woman thought for a moment, then she decided to buy that beautiful bird. She took it home and hang it on the porch. She was waiting for the parrot to speak. The Parrot looked around the woman house and said, A new house, new madam. The woman was shocked, but then thought it was funny. Never mind, She said.

When her two daughters came home from school. The bird saw them and said, A new house, new madam, new sluts. The woman with her two daughters were offended. But eventually they can understand.

Moments later, her husband, Budi, came home from work. Mind out of the car & into the yard. The bird saw Budi and say, Hello Budi, see you again.

Coconut Water Benefits Fallacy That You Must Know

Drinking coconut water in the heat of the sun is very refreshing, especially if you know the benefits of coconut water for our health. But dont be mistaken, because there are several fallacy around coconut water benefits that circulated among public. Although we can not deny that coconut water contains a number of nutrients needed by our bodies, such as folate, magnesium, vitamin C, and so on (read at coconut water nutrition).


Some misperceptions about coconut water circulating in the community such as, coconut water is believed to lose weight, boost immunity, prevent kidney stones, and so forth. In this post, health fame will give some facts from various sources of error. But, we will discuss the benefits first.

Coconut water benefits


Rich in potassium
In coconut water contained amino acids and vitamins, coconut water also contains phytochemical components such as tannins. Tannins are antibacterial which will inhibit the growth of bacteria. The highest content of minerals from coconut water is potassium, as much as 730 mg per 100 grams of coconut water, which is quite a lot of magnesium, and chloride, while sodium amount is very small. The composition ratio of drinks with a high potassium to sodium is very beneficial for health.

Nutritional composition near isotonic fluid, which corresponds to the body fluids. Isotonic drinks to replace minerals lost through sweating body during exercise or other activities. Only, those who actively exercise need to be careful about the use of coconut water as an electrolyte drink.

Replacing lost ions
Coconut water can be considered as isotonic water because of ions contain that able to replace lost ions especially in the case of dehydration. In coconut water contains ions needed by the body such as Na +, and others. Therefore, to help meet the needs of ion body, you can take advantage of coconut water.

Maintain the electrolyte balance
Coconut water is an isotonic fluid, so it can replace the minerals and electrolytes lost along with body fluids. Even the world food organization or the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) has been researching and trying to patent the coconut water as an isotonic beverage.

Anti-bacteria
Not many studies that prove this, but some experts believe coconut water potent viruses and other microorganisms get rid of pathogens (disease-causing). The content of monolaurin in it is believed to eradicate potent flu virus and herpes.

Coconut water benefits fallacy


Above are only a little health benefits of coconut water, now we will talk about miss perception about it.

Boost the immune system
There is no scientific literature that proves that coconut water makes the immune system becomes better and also help the body fight some viruses that cause disease. Immune system in the body is a very complex system. The only way to boost the immune system is a nutrient derived from a variety of foods. That could give complete nutritional support is through the intake of foods with balanced nutrition.

Helps lose weight
It is often misunderstood by most people. Excessive drinking coconut water can actually cause diarrhea. It seems-after weight loss. However, this is not the right and healthy way to get the ideal body weight. Instead, coconut water can be used as a stimulant for those who constipation because it can help smooth the digestive tract.

More nutritious than whole milk
This is not true. Compared with coconut water, milk (either full cream or not) are rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates, and sugar. In addition, milk also contains a variety of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B complex, vitamin D, calcium, potassium, sodium, and magnesium. While coconut water contains only a few minerals only.

Cure kidney stones
The first thing that can be done to prevent the formation of kidney stones is enough water or fluid intake. The fluid can be obtained from coconut water, mineral water, and more. There is truth in that water, either. coconut water or mineral water, can prevent the formation of kidney stones. Only, coconut water can not cure kidney stones.

It would be wise if we can learn more, because all benefits and fallacy above could be right or wrong. So, lets wait the latest research.

Kamis, 18 September 2014

The Curse of Mpu Gandring

The Legend of Ken Angrok Chapter 2

The Permission

After hearing Dang Hyang Lohgawe explaination, Ken Angrok then asked his father, Father Dang Hyang, I will kill the akuwu and claimed his wife. The akuwu will surely die by my hand if Father permits me.

Dang Hyang Lohgawe answered, Yes, Tunggul Ametung will surely die by your hand, my son. But, I am not appropriate on giving you the permission. Because it is not a brahmanians act. The limit is your own will.

If so Father, may I have your permission to leave?, said Ken Angrok. The brahmanian answered, Where will you go, my son?

Ken Angrok answered, I will go to Karuman. There is a gambler named Bango Samparan who claimed me as his son. He really loved me. I will ask his consideration. Perhaps, he would agree. Dang Hyang Lohgawe then permitted Ken Angrok went to meet with his father.

In Karuman, Bango Samparan embraced Ken Angrok, because Ken Angrok never visited him for years. Ken Angrok told Bango Samparan about the nareswari of Ken Dedes, and his wish to marry Ken Dedes, after assassinating her husband, the akuwu of Tumapel, Tunggul Ametung.

The Kris of Mpu Gandring

Hearing the wish of his beloved son, Bango Samparan then said to Ken Angrok, I give you my permission, my son. But Angrok, the akuwu has a supernatural power. He would not get injured if you stab him with a normal kris.

I have a friend in Lulumbang, a famous blacksmith. His name is Mpu Gandring. His hand made kris is superb. There are no people with supernatural power who doubt the kris of Mpu Gandring.

I should go to Lulumbang then. Bless me Father!, said Ken Angrok.

In Lulumbang, Ken Angrok found Mpu Gandring was working in his smithy. He asked Mpu Gandring to make him a kris, in which should be finished within five months. Generally, to make a perfect kris, Mpu Gandring needed at least a year to finish it.

Because of Ken Angrok hesitation, Mpu Gandring finally agreed to finish it within five months.

The Curse of Mpu Gandring

Ken Angrok went home to Tumapel and met Dang Hyang Lohgawe. What took you so long in Karuman?, said Dang Hyang Lohgawe. I was stopping by to Lulumbang, Father, answered Ken Angrok.

Five months have passed, Ken Angrok remembered the deal he made with Mpu Gandring. He then went to Lulumbang to meet Mpu Gandring. Ken Angrok saw Mpu Gandring was still working with the kris that he was ordered.

Knowing that his kris was still being sharpened by Mpu Gandring, Ken Angrok became mad, grabbed the kris and suddenly stabbed Mpu Gandring. Ken Angrok put the kris on the stone basket, then the basket cracked into two pieces. He put the kris on the metal table, the table cracked into two pieces.

In dying, Mpu Gandring cast a spell on Ken Angrok, Hei Angrok! Soon, you will also die by the kris. Your son and grandson will also die by the kris. Seven kings will die by the kris. Ken Angrok felt sad after killing Mpu Gandring. If I become a king, may my glory also be the glory for all blacksmiths descendants in Lulumbang, prayed Ken Angrok in front of Mpu Gandrings dead body.

The Assassination of Tunggul Ametung

Arriving to Tumapel, Ken Angrok met with Kebo Ijo, another Tunggul Ametungs trusted servant. Ken Angrok and Kebo Ijo are a close friend. Kebo Ijo saw Ken Angrok carried an unfinished kris. He then asked Ken Angrok to lend him his new blunt kris.

Ken Angrok gave the kris to Kebo Ijo. The kris was always used by Kebo Ijo, because he loved to wear it on his waist. No one in Tumapel never saw Kebo Ijo left home without his new kris.

That night, Ken Angrok stole the kris from Kebo Ijo. By the will of the gods, Ken Angrok easily sneaked into the akuwus bedroom and managed to assassinate Tunggul Ametung. Ken Angrok stabbed Tunggul Ametung and left the akuwus dead body with the kris on his heart.

Early in the morning, the akuwus guard found his master died with the kris stabbed on his heart. They looked at the kris and knew that it was Kebo Ijos new kris. Kebo Ijo was then captured and stabbed also with the kris of Mpu Gandring by the guard. Kebo Ijo died.

The Singasari

The gods had already wished that Ken Angrok will become Ken Dedes soul mate. Infact both of them were felt in love to each other for so long. Everybody in Tumapel had no dare to talk about the affair between Ken Angrok and Ken Dedes.

Finally Ken Angrok married Ken Dedes, after the birth of Tunggul Ametungs son named Anusapati. From the marriage with Ken Angrok, Ken Dedes had given him four children. Three sons, Mahisa Wongateleng, Panji Saprang, and Agnibaya. The last child, a daughter named Dewi Rimba.

Ken Angrok was also had another wife named Ken Umang who had given him also four children. Three sons, Panji Tohjaya, Panji Sudatu, and Twan Wregola. The last child was also a daughter named Dewi Rambi.

Ken Angrok was no longer became the akuwu of Tumapel anymore since the county had rebelled to the kingdom of Daha. The people of Tumapel had risen Ken Angrok as the new King, in which the new kingdoms name of Tumapel was changed into Singasari

Ken Angrok became the first king of Singasari with the title of Sri Rajasa Batara Sang Amurwabumi. Ken Angrok finally defeated the kingdom of Daha and became the king of all the land in Java in 1144 Saka (1222 AD).

The Death of Ken Angrok

After Anusapati, Ken Angrok step-son, was grown up, he realized that he had many differences with his father. Anusapati asked to his mother, Ken Dedes, about it. Ken Dedes then explained all to Anusapati, including the death of his real father, Tunggul Ametung, by the kris of Mpu Gandring.

Anusapati asked his mother permission to give him the kris of Mpu Gandring. Ken Dedes then handed over the kris to Anusapati. In his room, Anusapati planned the assassination of the Amurwabumi with his loyal servant, a man from Batil. Anusapati gave his servant the kris of Mpu Gandring to assassinate the Amurwabumi.

In the palace, Ken Angrok, the Amurwabumi, was having a dinner when the man from Batil arrived, and stabbed him with the kris of Mpu Gandring. The man was managed to escape to see his master, Anusapati with the news of successful assassination.

The man from Batil handed the bloody kris of Mpu Gandring to Anusapati. Without any hesitation, Anusapati then killed his servant with the bloody kris.

Ken Angrok, the Sri Rajasa Batara Sang Amurwabumi died in 1168 Saka (1247 AD). The people of Singasari built a temple in Kagenengan to honour Ken Angrok.

The Ended of Mpu Gandrings Curse

The last used of the kris of Mpu Gandring was for the assassination of Anusapati by his step-brother Panji Tohjaya after becoming the second king of Singasari. Anusapati crowned as the king of Singasari in 1170 Saka (1249 AD). Anusapati died in Panji Tohjayas hand, also stabbed using the kris of Mpu Gandring in 1171 Saka (1250 AD). It was the last seen and written about the use of the kris of Mpu Gandring.

The curse of Mpu Gandring on Ken Angroks descendants ended after the assassination of Anusapati by his step-brother Panji Tohjaya. Because Panji Tohjaya died by a spear in the anarchy in Lumbangkatang in 1172 Saka (1251 AD).

So, the kris of Mpu Gandring only killed Mpu Gandring himself, Tunggul Ametung, Kebo Ijo, Ken Angrok, Anusapatis servant (a man from Batil), and Anusapati himself.







Sources:
Kitab Pararaton (The Book of Kings)

The Imperial Gold of Maca

Maca

Maca, or known botanically as Lepidium meyenii Walp., is native to the Junin plateau highlands of Peru and Bolivia. The botanical name of Lepidium meyenii Walp. was named after Gerhard Walpers, who described the species in 1843.

In the 90s, Dr. Gloria Chacon described different species which was named Lepidium peruvianum Chacon. Both of L. meyenii and L. peruvianum are referred to the same plant, and the same species. There are no difference between macas ecotypes, colors and shapes. Maca varieties are identical genetically and biochemically.

Scientific Studies on Medicinal Use of Maca

Since Dr. Gloria Chacon had given the new botanic name for maca as Lepidium peruvianum Chacon, an increasing interest in maca has been observed by many scientist around the world. From 2001 to 2010, the export of maca from Peru has increased from USD 1,415,000 to USD 6,170,000.

Experimental scientific evidence had shown that maca has nutritional, energizer, and fertility enhancer properties. Maca is also useful to treat osteoporosis, protects skin against UV radiation, and has anti-stress activity. Clinical trials had shown the efficacy of maca to treat sexual dysfunctions by increasing sperm count and motility. Maca is potential as an adaptogen and a nutraceutical in the prevention of several diseases. (Gonzales GF. 2012)

Maca as Fertility Enhancer

Maca is grown as a food crop, and medicinal purposes, in the central of Andes Mountains, between 8,000 to 14,500 feet above sea level. Maca has been traditionally used by native Peruvians, since before the time of the Incas, to enhance fertility in humans and animals. Maca is also believed to be useful for alleviating menopausal symptoms, correcting hormonal imbalances, increasing libido, increasing energy, and nutrition.

In the study using adult female mice, which treated with extract of yellow maca, had confirmed for the first time, the traditional uses of maca to enhance female fertility. The treatment had also shown, the increasing of the uterine weight, in ovariectomized (surgical removal of the ovary) animals. (Ruiz-Luna AC, et al. 2005) In another study to evaluate the effect of ethanol extract of maca, on postmenopausal osteoporosis in ovariectomized rats, had shown that maca was effective in the prevention of estrogen deficient bone loss. (Zhang Y, et al. 2006)

Maca with Bio Activated Energy

Maca Mx by BOS
Maca Mx by BOS

In March 2010, I once joined an MLM company which is also sold maca based product.. Maca Mx, the main product of PT. BOS (BAE Orbit Senusantara), formerly known as BAE (Bio Activated Energy) which based in Malaysia, consists the ingredients of oligosaccharide, maltodextrin, Psyllium husk, sodium bicarbonat, Lepidium peruvianum Chacon (maca), Tribulus terresteris, green tea extract, spinach powder, celery powder, and Spirulina.

Maca Max with BAE logoMaca Max without logo

Since the first time I joined with BAE, I had been sold using three kinds of Maca Mx packaging. The different was on the level of bio energy of the products. Bio energy? That was the main reason I joined an MLM with BAE in which I never joined with another MLM company before.

I used to promote the BAE products to some paranormals on alternative medication, in order to show them the bio energy of the products. I guess all food supplements which are sold by any MLM companies, are good and amazing products. But, if you have sixth sense, you will amaze with BAE products! Moreover, you do not have consume the products in order to gain benefit from it. You will also gain the bio energy only by being near the person who consumed the products.

Many maca based products are sold as food supplements, in the internet nowadays. Below are two maca based products from many maca based products which are sold on Amazon.com:

Sunfood Maca PowderNatures Herbs Maca Root
Sunfood Maca PowderNatures Herbs Maca Root

Rabu, 17 September 2014

The Best List Of Foods High In Iron

Iron in the human body has a very important function, that is why we are advised to consume foods high in iron. Iron has the function to transport oxygen from the lungs to the tissues and transports electrons in the process of energy generation in the cell. To transport oxygen, iron must join the protein to form hemoglobin in red blood cells and myoglobin in muscle fiber. When joined with the proteins in the cell to form iron enzymes that play a role in the formation of energy in cells.

Iron deficiency causes inhibition of hemoglobin in the blood supply. Disease due to lack of hemoglobin (red blood cells) is called anemia. The symptoms are characterized by less passionate, tiredness and weakness, pallor and dizziness. To determine the daily requirement of iron, you can read in the following table taken from iom.edu.

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High iron foods list

Food Selected Serving Size Iron Content % U.S. RDA
Breads, cereals, and other grain products
Bagel, plain 1 medium 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Farina, regular or quick, cooked 2/3 cup 4.5-7.0 mg 25-39%
Muffin, bran 1 medium 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Egg noodles, cooked 1 cup 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Oatmeal, instant, fortified, prepared 2/3 cup 4.5-7.0 mg 25-39%
Pita bread, plain or whole-wheat 1 small 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Pretzel, soft 1 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Ready-to-eat cereals, fortified 1 ounce 4.5-7.0 mg 25-39%
Rice, white, regular or converted, cooked 2/3 cup 1.8-4.3mg 10-24%
Fruits
Apricots, dried, uncooked, unsweetened 1/2 cup 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Vegetables
Beans, lima, cooked 1/2 cup 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Spinach, cooked 1/2 cup 4.5-7.0 mg 25-39%
Meat, poultry, fish, and alternates
Ground beef, extra lean, lean or regular; baked, broiled 1 patty 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Pot roast, braised, lean only 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Roast, rib, roasted, lean only 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Short ribs, braised, lean only 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Steak, baked, broiled or braised, lean only 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Stew meat, simmered, lean only 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Liver, fried beef
Beef 3 ounces 4.5-7.0 mg 25-39%
Calf 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Pork 3 ounces 7.4+ mg 40% or more
Chicken or turkey 1/2 cup diced 4.5-7.0 mg 25-39%
Liverwurst 1 ounce 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Tongue, braised 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Turkey, dark meat, roasted, without skin 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Fish and Seafood
Clams, steamed, boiled, or canned, drained 3 ounces 7.4+ mg 40% or more
Mackerel, canned, drained 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Mussels, steamed, boiled, or poached 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Oysters
Baked, broiled, or steamed 3 ounces 7.4+ mg 40% or more
Canned, undrained 3 ounces 4.5-7.0 mg 25-39%
Shrimp, broiled, steamed, boiled, or canned, drained 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Trout, baked or broiled 3 ounces 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Dry Beans, Peas, and Lentils
Beans, black eyed peas (cowpeas), chickpeas (garbanzo beans), red kidney, or white, cooked 1/2 cup 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Lentils, cooked 1/2 cup 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Soybeans, cooked 1/2 cup 4.5-7.0 mg 25-39%
Nuts and Seeds
Pine nuts (pignolias) 2 tablespoons 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Pumpkin or squash seeds, hulled, roasted 2 tablespoons 1.8-4.3 mg 10-24%
Breads, pasta, and cereals listed are enriched unless otherwise noted. See section on enriched or fortified foods. Remember that meats, poultry, and seafood are the best absorbed sources by the body, only some of the iron content in plant-based foods is absorbed regardless of the amount of iron the food contains. All values are based upon the U.S. RDA for iron, 18 milligrams per day.