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Research has found that, while men Belly fat
consume an average of 900 empty calories Research has shown that people having
a day, women have over 600. an apple shaped body (fat around the
Ignoring the symptoms abdomen) are more susceptible to cardiac
Sudden breathlessness while climbing the problems than people with pear shaped
stairs, a tightening or pain in the chest , body (fat around the hips).
excessive perspiration, or any difficulty
performing an activity which you can Correcting measures
generally perform easily, should raise an Set goals
alarm. Very often, we either ignore them Don’t pressurize yourself into
or try to pass them off as just being out of overachieving. Set a milestone, reach it,
shape. and then aim for more. Reduce your blood
Avoiding fruits and veggies pressure gradually, Try getting adequate
Our busy schedules and hectic lifestyles sleep, and try to switch to a healthy diet, if
make us turn to quick fixes - packaged you’re not.
food, fast food on the go. We tend to miss Get used to one change, before you
out on the fruits and vegetables that are introduce another one in your routine.
essential for us to function in a healthy Get food conscious
manner. Always be aware of what you’re eating.
No flossing Indulge in green, leafy vegetables and
Studies have shown a tangible relation fruit- they act as antioxidants as well as
between gum infection and heart disease. powerhouses of multivitamins. Have food
Not flossing your teeth causes plaque rich in omega 3 fatty acids, they’re very
formation around the gums and teeth, good for the heart. Try to include 4 to 5
leading to inflammation. This, in turn, fruits and vegetables in your daily diet
aggravates atherosclerosis and heart routine.
disease. Avoid processed and sugary food, too
Overweight much packaged food and excessive salt.
Obesity is directly responsible for a Breads, cakes, chips, for example, should
number of chronic medical conditions, be had with caution.
including hypertension and diabetes and Exercise
heart disease. Just an hour of vigorous exercise a day
isn’t quite enough. You need to keep
moving throughout the day. Take a walk
between calls; stretch your legs during a
movie.
If you don’t exercise at all, start with 30
minutes, 5 times a week.
Reward yourself
Celebrate the milestones, reward yourself
for every kilo you lose, for the blood
pressure that gets controlled. The reward
often motivates you to take the next step.
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