Drinking Water Helps Lose Weight

A recent study found that middle-aged and older adults who drank 2 glasses of water before each meal, consumed fewer calories and lost more weight than their counterparts who did not drink water before their meals.Two groups of overweight and obese adults aged between 55 and 75 were formed for the study. One group was told to follow a low-fat low-calorie diet and the other was told to follow the same diet but to drink two cups of water before each meal.At the end of 12 weeks, the study found that those who drank water before their meals lost an average of 15.5 pounds, compared to the 11 pound loss for their counterparts, which is almost a 30% difference.The researchers followed up the subjects after 1 year, and those who continued to drink...

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The Future of Addiction Treatment

Is there some way out of here?Addictions are chronic diseases. They may require a lifetime of treatment. After a number of severe episodes of alcohol or drug abuse, the brain may be organically primed for more of the same. Long-term treatment is sometimes, if not always, the most effective way out of this dilemma. (The same is true of unipolar depression.)We will need to learn a lot more about chemicalsthe ones we ingest, and the ones that are produced and stored naturally in our bodiesif we plan to make any serious moves toward more effective treatment. What we have learned about the nature of pleasure and reward is a strong start. The guiding insight behind most of the work is that addiction to different drugs involves reward and pleasure...

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Beauty Secrets Of The Stars

It is true that many of the most attractive and famous people had gone through surgical treatments to maintain their young appearance.They exercise with their personal trainers. They attend the finest beauty parlours (parlors) and regenerating health spas. They apply exotic skincare ointments. And they ask help of the best plastic surgeon.Plastic (cosmetic) surgery can be as uncomplicated as a "lunchtime peel" or as complex as a full face lifting. Botox shots can wipe out "fine lines." Liposuction and Abdomino-plasty can reduce extra adipose tissue. You are able to slim down or magnify almost anything! But there's one beauty mystery that is not well known. It graces the most attractive part of the body. It makes spectacular transformations...

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Side Effects Of Radiation Therapy

After you undergo radiation therapy, you will most likely be able to witness a number of side effects. But their effect may vary for each person. Some people may have severe side effects while others can have very mild effects.The effect of radiation therapy largely depends upon how often and for which body part the therapy is given.Those who receive chemotherapy, before, after or during radiation therapy, may have side effects that are more severe.The side effects that are generally experienced after radiation therapy are: FatigueMost patients experience fatigue during the course of therapy. But the degree of fatigue affects a person depending on his/her level of energy. Those who receive several weeks of treatment may experience fatigue...

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Get Fit Without Gym

Going to a gym may be the most common way of getting and staying in shape, but it certainly isn’t the only one. Sticking to a regular weekly gym workout no doubt has its benefits, but it isn’t practical for everyone. But what really matters is the commitment and motivation you contribute. Not everyone is a fan of the gym, so take a look at these tips for getting fit without hitting the treadmill. If you don’t have time to spare for a gym routine, or if it simply isn’t to your taste, take solace in the fact that there are other ways of getting fit. Before beginning any regular exercise regimen, you need to first ask yourself: what is my goal? This will not only give you a target to work towards – it will define what forms of exercise you need...

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