Showing posts with label Lifestyle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lifestyle. Show all posts

Friday, December 3, 2010

Keeping Fit As A Way of Life


This article majorly addresses healthy feeding that can be carried out while exercising In order for one to live a good life and the ways in which it can be attained. It has been said that to live a good and healthy life one requires consuming a balanced diet as well as work out. These two go hand in hand and therefore one cannot be carried out while the other is being left out. An individual must strike a balance between these two. Therefore one cannot exercise on an empty stomach as this will cause negative results for his or her health.

In order to workout there are certain tips on what one should consume or eat. Before one can even begin to exercise, a heavy meal should always be avoided as it will cause a lot of fatigue and thus one will not be able to carry out the physical movements easily. However if person over feeds before a work out, he or she might end up vomiting or getting pain in the muscles .This is because when huge amounts of food are eaten, our bodies cannot absorb it easily thus causing the blood flow to increase hence making the person frail. Due to this it sacks out one’s energy and does not produce the right results as it should have.

It is important that before exercising one need not eat anything, however if one is to do so, they must be body building foods as they turn into energy when broken down unlike proteins as well as fatty substances. Foods that have a lot of fiber in them such as beef as well as deep fried foods must be left out of one’s diet.

It is very crucial for one to make sure that water is available or within his or her reach. This is because while exercising liquids within the human body are constantly going out therefore they need to be replaced as soon as possible. The result of this is that the body is cleaned of impurities easily thus one’s digestive system functions properly.

After the work out, having a meal can be done with in a time frame of two hours and this can be a combination of energy giving foods and body building foods. One should also keep away from fatty foods immediately after exercising.

Carbohydrates are broken down to form glucose which is turned into energy thus preparing all the systems of the human body to carry out their activities; this is why they can be consumed in big quantities. An example of energy building foods is whole grain meals such as oats, millet, bean seeds and many others. Amino acids which can be found in body building foods such as milk, chicken as well as beef are very y important and should be consumed after exercising in appropriate levels. Therefore for a work out to turn out well, the above steps should be followed.
Source: Fashion Central

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Tips for Healthy Groom


Wedding is just around the corner and you don’t have time to look after yourself, but with a little care you can achieve a lot in few days. These simple health caretips for groom promise to make your marital life healthy and wealthy.

This health care tip for men suggests that use sun screen and block before the big day. This helps to protect your skin from cancer. Every groom should use sunscreen with a sun protective factor of at least 15 whenever going in the sun. Apply it half an hour before going outside.

Grooms should wear a hat especially when have to stay too long under the sun. There are many tropic wear outback hats for men, which has an ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of 50 + which are useful for such occasions.

Instead of eating too much high calorie food, grooms should eat more fruits and vegetables to stay fit and healthy. Thishealth care tip believes that men should eat at least have five to nine services of fruits and vegetables a day.

According to this health care tip, grooms must avoid eating fast food at all cost limit, it to once or twice a week. Men should be open about more options in your meal plan. Take salads, fruit juices and shakes rather that separating salad leaves from chicken or fries.

This wise health care tip for groom suggests that men should avoid going to the doctor before the big day. A regular check up can identify health risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes early when they can most effectively be treated.

A healthy, groom should take exercise daily, 30 minutes of heart-healthy aerobic exercise four or five days week can make you shine on your wedding day. Yoga is another stress reducer as well and adds healthy glow to your life.

This health care tip suggests that if you are 50 plus, get a colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is the gold standard for identifying colon cancer early when it can be treated easily. Before your wedding day begins, groom should take a lot of sleep as it helps in covering your health problems. The lack of sleep among men leads to obesity, diabetes and heart attack and flue.

The health care tip states that men should always wear their seat belt when riding in a car and don't talk on your cell phone or text message while driving.

High levels of stress, especially if it is chronic over an extended period, can have significant negative effects on groom’s health. Don’t worry about wedding preparations, move with the flow. While stress can't be avoided, try to identify strategies to avoid it when you can and take steps, like exercising or meditating to stay healthy and calm.

Source: Fashion Central

Cherry lips than chapped lips

Juicy red lips along a cheerful smile add to your personality but the dry weather is right there to trouble your smile. So, protect your lips and maintain freshness of your laughter.
Extreme weather conditions play on your health dreadfuly. It is said that “Face is the index of personality and the lips on them are a gateway to it”,but what if lips are chapped and bleed!!! Its all due to the hazards of cold weather. Either a teen girl or aged woman all ladies suffer this problem in winter because this dry cold season wipes out all the moisture of your lips leaving them dry and rough. The other concerns are inflammation, bleeding, peeling of dead skin, soreness and burning 
sensation in lips.
Lips care is needed in winter therefore all that your lips demand is little attention and time. Remember that prevention is better than cure so heal up your dry lips to make them red blooded and healthy for a beautiful smile. To do so, first look for reasons around and with in that what are chapped lips causes:
  • Cold weather lacks moist air  that makes your lips rough and course
  • Fluid intake becomes less which creates dehydration
  • You hold on hot coffee and tea rather than fresh juices and fruits
  • Licking lips becomes often which evaporates mouth saliva and lips become tender
  • Don’t eat the peeling dead skin as it causes bleeding and soreness
Keeping in mind some of these reasons, take care of your lips and follow any of the following lips care tips to protect them in dry winter:
  • Use lip oils easily available to you or any lip balm, apply it before going to bed. It heals your lips and makes them shiny
  • Take atleast 4 glasses of water a day to stay hydrated
  • Take juices of winter fruits like oranges, carrot and pomegranette. It  turns your chapped lips to cherry lips
  • For smooth lips mix up few drops of rose water in petroleum jelly and apply on your lips in night or before going outside
Chapped and faded lips is general problem for all girls and women therefore keeping your lips lubricated every time is better option. It makes the thin film of your lips red and soft and keeps you smiling and shining day long.
Source: Fashion Central

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Healthcare for Men: A Neglected Cause



Pakistani men need to pay more attention to their physical and mental health.
Healthcare for men is an issue which is quite neglected in Pakistan. Most Pakistani men ignore their mental and physical healthcare until complications and diseases come knocking on their doorstep. Lack of awareness about healthcare for men is the prime reason behind many issues related to healthcare for men. Pakistani men need to be guided along the right path regarding their healthcare.
The basic rule regarding healthcare for men should be regular checkups. Men should be urged to visit their GP’s for regular tests and checkups to keep track of their health. Many men don’t visit their healthcare professionals due to lack of information, fears related to illness, and or financial reasons.
Healthcare for men in Pakistan is also more necessary because men have more unhealthy habits and make many unhealthy choices as compared to women. Another drawback for men’s healthcare is that men are more likely to smoke or consume alcohol.
A primary factor for the downfall of healthcare for men is stress level. Men take on more physical and mental stress, in and around the workplace, which has a direct relation with men’s healthcare. A little stress is beneficial for all, but when it becomes excessive, it turns into distress, then it can lead to many problems with healthcare for men, including heart problems, high blood pressure and cholesterol.
Most men tend to be couch potatoes. Healthcare for men depends greatly on exercise. Having a healthy schedule and incorporating a half hour workout session in your routine will work wonders for your health. Not only your health, but your self-esteem levels will rise too. You’ll feel happier and healthier. But if you can’t fit exercise into your schedule, then for the sake of your healthcare, you should make some healthy choices, like walking to work instead of driving, taking the stairs instead of elevators etc.
Generally speaking, healthcare for men depends on a-rounded lifestyle, consisting of good eating habits and healthy lifestyle choices. All men have the right to a healthy life, So start taking care of yourselves and take charge of your life!
Source: Fashion Central

Friday, July 16, 2010

Audrina Patridge of MTV fame to star in BONGO Fall campaign


Iconix Brand Group, Inc announced that it has signed a long-term direct-to-retail license agreement with Sears Holdings for the Company's junior brand, BONGO. Commencing fall 2010, Bongo apparel and other lifestyle-related categories will be available in Sears and Kmart Stores in the United States. This marks the Company's nineteenth direct-to-retail license agreement and its third direct-to-retail deal with Sears Holdings.

To support the launch at Sears and Kmart, Iconix enlisted Audrina Patridge of MTV fame to star and be heavily integrated into the Fall 2010 marketing campaign. The national campaign will debut this September in fashion, lifestyle and entertainment magazines such as Teen Vogue, Seventeen and Cosmopolitan, in stores, throughout Sears and Kmart marketing collaterals, outdoor and online.
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Thursday, April 1, 2010

Op Unveils 'Rock Your Shine' Campaign

Iconix Brand Group Inc unveiled its spring 2010 multi-media marketing campaign for its Op brand, which is titled "Rock Your Shine." The campaign stars actress Jessica Szohr of the CW's Gossip Girl, R&B singer Cassie, actors Dianna Agron and Cory Monteith of the Fox hit show Glee, actor Alex Meraz of The Twilight Saga:New Moon and Eclipse and actor Trevor Donovan of the CW's 90210. The national campaign will debut this spring in fashion, lifestyle and entertainment magazines such as Elle, Teen Vogue, Seventeen and Cosmopolitan, outdoor and online.

Jessica Szohr stated, "The latest trend for spring is shine and Op has it first. The clothes are so great; especially the amazing bikinis and shorts."

"The great thing about Op is that it is very accessible. You can grab it at Walmart. The looks are original and affordable," commented Cory Monteith.

The Op campaign was photographed at Universal Studios in California by lifestyle photographer Larry Bartholomew. The campaign creative features the cast of Op celebrities at a block party, hanging out in a hammock, barbequing and getting ready to go surfing. An element of shine is integrated into the print campaign with metallic paper and gold foil on the ads. 




Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Ksino Debuts Collection With 2 Lovely Ladies


KSINO, the premium apparel company announced that it has signed exclusive celebrity spokesperson agreements with two of poker's hottest players Lacey Jones and Leo Margets. Both Jones and Margets are competitive players in the WSOP and have attained serious player status, gaining notoriety as much for their poker skills as for their physical beauty. 

KSINO is quickly gaining its own reputation as the clothing line for both men and women living and loving a fast-paced lifestyle. Their website offers exclusive videos that follow the exploding brand on their global travels, as well as a loyal following on their Facebook fan page. The brand has chosen to sign exclusive agreements with the two players who speak to that lifestyle.

"To say that I am thrilled to have Lacey and Leo as brand ambassadors is an understatement," said Alex That, President of KSINO. "They are two very beautiful women who are also very talented poker players. They turn heads at the tables not only for how they look, but for how they play," he continued. "That's what KSINO is about, playing great and looking hot while doing it."




Tuesday, November 24, 2009

TLé Designs featuring on Bella Petite Hour Radio Show



Women’s petite fashion designer Teresa Le, founder of TLe Designs will be the featured guest on The Bella Petite Hour radio show as fashion month continues during November on The Bella Petite Hour. The live radio appearance, hosted by Ann Lauren, will be Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 10 am PST.

TLé will be giving details about what inspired her to move from the corporate world, achieve her MBA, and into establishing her own fashion-forward clothing line designed especially for petite women. She will also be discussing her expertise in the fashion industry and providing insight into her future plans for TLé Designs.

“This is an exciting opportunity to reach thousands of listeners who are petite and to promote the petite fashion industry,” says TLé. “But this goes beyond just fashion. I am trying to change how petites view themselves and how others view them. It’s not only about beauty and fashion but more importantly self-esteem and self-acceptance in what people may consider beautiful and ‘the norm’.”

Bella Petite was founded by petite model Ann Lauren. Featured in over 500 newspapers, radio, and television interviews nationwide, Lauren is considered the foremost expert in petite fashion, modeling and attitudes. 






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