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Trying to get in better shape this summer? We all know that the population of America and some other countries are on the verge of extreme obesity. But there may be more to excess fat than you thought.
Health.com compiled a list of five myths about that extra layer of fat:
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If you are trying to quit smoking or have quit in the past, you know it’s not an easy task. There are various methods out there to try and help you kick the habit, such as the patch, gum, or perhaps you have the willpower to quite cold-turkey. There is also acupuncture, which can be extremely helpful when trying to quit. With nicotine being “as addictive as heroin, cocaine and alcohol,” acupuncture is sometimes a court mandated treatment for drug addicts “because of its ability to reduce cravings and alleviate withdrawal symptoms,” reports AcuFinder.com.
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Ever been to a hookah bar? Did you ever think twice before sucking on the pipe? Some think that hookahs are a better alternative to smoking cigarettes… WRONG.
According to NYTimes.com, a study from the journal of Pediatrics did a questionnaire between 2007-2008 with a little over 1,000 people ages 18-24 who had also participated in a study on nicotine use in teens.
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Ever met someone who eats nachos, candy, hamburgers, and drinks soda all in one day and weighs no more than 120 pounds? Unfortunately, a huge percentage of us do not work that way. Why? One word…metabolism.
Slow metabolism can be caused from genes, but it’s also because of the choices you make. When you confuse your system with yo-yo diets, eat processed food, and surround yourself with toxins then yes you’re not going to lose weight.
According to the much loved Biggest Loser trainer, Jillian Michaels, there are a few ways you can turn your metabolism around:
* Get off that couch! Quit being lazy, don’t blame your weight on your slow metabolism.
* Stop the crazy diets. Your weight has been dramatically fluctuating over the years and it’s time for that to end. Stay on a regime that’s easy to stick to.
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Having white teeth makes people feel better about themselves and, chances are, it means you are living a healthier life as well..
EverdayHealth.com has provided a few tips on keeping those pearly whites white:
* Brush brush brush! Brush for at least two minutes.
* Floss everyday. Removes bacteria in between your teeth that your toothbrush just can’t seem to reach. Flossing prevents gum disease.
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First of all, if you haven’t already, do not pick up a cigarette. Don’t let this addicting, fatal habit consume your life. For those of you who are struggling to quit know how hard it is to kick this habit. Nicotine is powerfully addictive and close to impossible to quit cold turkey. There are several ways to help quit smoking; gum, psycho-analysis, drugs, etc.
Health.com has provided some ‘outside the box’ ways to shut the door on this morbid addiction:
1. Detach emotionally- physically bury your pack of cigarettes
2. Challenge yourself- if someone bet you couldn’t stop, wouldn’t that give you the extra push to quit?
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We all know that smoking can cause cancer, but now there actually might be a way to predict which smokers will eventually develop lung cancer. According to Reuters, “Researchers have identified a group of genes that are especially active in lung cancer patients– even in healthy tissue… The main gene is called PI3K and it affects a pathway of other genes.” Also, this gene is in the windpipes of smokers, which means that patients do not need any more dangerous and uncomfortable lung tests.
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Everyone knows how bad smoking is for your insides but does everyone know how ugly smoking can make your outsides?
Health.com has provided ways that smoking un-beautifies yourself:
* Baggy Eyes…4 times more likely to feel sleepy and it shows
* Psoriasis- 60% higher chance
* Kiss a dazzling smile goodbye! Nicotine stains teeth
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With all the positive side effects of quitting smoking there comes a negative one; if you quit smoking, your risk for diabetes increases, but only for a short amount of time. WebMD reports, “Researchers say people who quit smoking typically gain weight, which may explain the temporary period of increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes, which is closely linked to obesity.”
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