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Nicely said. On Feb 13, 3:18 pm, Raman K <[email protected]> wrote: > *Regular Health Mistakes* > > * > All of us make little health mistakes that cause damage to our bodies in the > long run - simply because we are unaware we are doing something wrong. Here > are some of the most common mistakes made by many of us. > > **Crossing our legs* > > *Do you cross your legs at your knees when sitting? Although we may believe > that this is the lady-like elegant way to sit, sitting this way cuts down > circulation to your legs. If you don"t want varicose veins to mar the beauty > of your legs and compromise your health, uncross your legs every time you > realise you have one knee on top of the other. The best way to sit is to > simply place both legs together on the floor, balancing your weight equally. > If you feel like changing position, instead of crossing your legs, simply > move both legs together to one side. As an alternative, you could also > consider crossing your legs loosely at the ankles. This is a classically > elegant way to sit, and is far better for your legs and your health than > sitting with your legs crossed at your knees.** > > **Not changing our toothbrush*** > > *How often do you change your toothbrush? Most of us wait until most of the > bristles have either fallen off, or are in such bad shape that we"d be > embarrassed to pull out our brush in public. However, since not many of us > need to pull out our brush in public, we carry on with our frayed one until > we lose it. Replace your toothbrush often. Damaged bristles can harm the > enamel, and don"t massage your gums well. If you find brushing your teeth a > pain like I do, but know you must do it, you might as well be doing it > right. Imagine going through the annoyance of brushing your teeth twice a > day only to find out that you"re damaging your enamel every time you clean > your teeth. Also, use a brush with soft bristles unless your dentist has > advised otherwise.** > > **Eating out often* > > *There are oils that are high in cholesterol, and oils that cause little > harm and are better for your heart. However, no matter how light the oil is, > it is never a good idea to eat too much of it. Avoid fried foods.Remember > that in all probability your favourite Indian food restaurant throws a huge, > HUGE chunk of butter in a tiny bowl of dal. Rita, who worked in the kitchen > of a 5 star hotel, was shocked when she saw the cook chop a 500gm butter > slab in half, and throw half into a Paneer Makhani dish. No wonder the > customers left licking their fingers. And no wonder they felt so stuffed and > heavy afterwards. Limit outdoor eating unless you know that you"re getting > served light and healthy food.*** > > *Skipping breakfast*** > > *Never, ever skip breakfast. Remember, when you wake up in the morning it"s > been around 10-12 hours since your last meal. Your body needs food now, more > than at any other time. Eat a heavy breakfast. You will then be busy through > the day, and the calories will get expended quickly. If you are trying to > diet, eat a light dinner. Here are some more common health mistakes we make. > Being informed and making a few changes can help make us feel a whole lot > better. > ** > High heels*** > > *High heels sure look great, but they're murder for your back. This however > doesn't mean you should steer clear of stilettos. Wear them, but not when > you know you will be walking around a lot. Wear them when going out for > lunch or dinner - when the only walking you will be doing is to your car, to > the table, and back. Avoid high heels when you are going somewhere on foot. > If you are constantly tempted to wear your heels, take a good look at your > flats. Is there something about them you dislike? Invest in a new pair of > beautiful flats or shoes with a low heel. Buy something you love, that you > will enjoy wearing. If possible, get a matching bag. You will then enjoy > your flats as much as you do your heels. > ** > Sleeping on a soft bed* > > *You don't have to sleep on the floor be kind to your back, but do make sure > you have a firm mattress. Although a mattress on springs is soft and lovely > to sink into, it's bad for your back. If you already have an old bed with > springs, you don't need to invest in a new one - simply get a thick wooden > plank put over the springs, and place the mattress on the plank. Similarly, > if your mattress is old and lumpy, throw it out and get a new one. Your neck > and your back will thank you. The same rule applies to sofas. If you will be > spending hours on a sofa, get a firm yet comfortable one. Sofas you > completely sink into are not the best idea.** > > **Pillows* > > *No matter how comfortable sleeping with ten cushions is, have pity on your > neck and resist. Sleep with one pillow, and make sure it is not too thick. > If your pillow gets lumpy, discard it and go for a new one. Get a thin > pillow if you sleep on your stomach, and something a little thicker if you > sleep on your back, to give your neck adequate support > ** > > **Not exercising* > > *So all of us know we should exercise more, but many of us don't. This is a > health mistake we consciously make! And why is that? Simply because we > refuse to admit the damage we are causing to our bodies by not working out. > A number of people only start working out once they've experienced a warning > signal. Don't wait for a heart attack to strike before you decide to opt for > a lifestyle change. Make the change now. You don't need to train for the > marathon to be in top shape. Half an hour of brisk walking three to four > times a week will make a world of difference to your health. You could then > increase this to forty minutes, four times a week - and **you're all set. If > you haven't exercised for a week, you're making a mistake* > > * > * > * > * > > * > * > > * > * > > * > * > > * > * > > *you're all set. If you haven't exercised for a week, you're making a > mistake.*** > > stat5370.jpg > 30KViewDownload > > stat1726.jpg > 3KViewDownload --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/thatha_patty?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
