Month: November 2014

Can Too Much Salt Make You Gain Weight?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We all know that experts are constantly calling for us to eat less salt don’t we? It’s all over the media…how we need to cut back on salt, avoid salt and stop adding it to our food; but why? Does salt make you fat? Is salt a contributing factor in the obesity crisis?

does salt make you gain weight?

The simple answer is that no, salt alone does not make people gain weight…salt has no calorific content at all. However, salt…also known as sodium is usually to be found in large quantities in the most heavily processed foods…the very foods which do make us gain weight in addition to causing other health problems.

Have a think for a moment and consider the saltiest snacks and meals which you eat; crisps, fast foods like burgers, hot dogs and kebabs, tinned soups and processed meats such as bacon or sausage. Those are the foods which contain heaps of salt as well as sugar and fats…and it’s these which are responsible for weight gain in many cases.

coolsculpting belly fatwater weight

One of the things which salt does do to make you feel as though you’ve put on weight is to increase “water weight”….it makes us feel bloated because it makes us retain water.

Cutting back on salt in processed foods will help you to immediately feel slimmer. If you’re someone who consumes a lot of processed foods and you want to lose weight, start by ditching those processed meats and packaged meals. You will begin to see results within days as the bloating decreases.

balanced electrolytes

Of course salt is no inherently bad; we all need some salt in our diets as it keeps our electrolytes balanced but the trick is to avoid it when it’s been added to pre-packaged foods. Keep your diet natural with fresh foods and check packets for the exact amounts of salt within the contents. You will be surprised at how much salt is contained within sweet foods like biscuits and cakes.

Drink plenty of water to keep your body in top condition and to aid the flushing of unwanted salts already present and your waistline will visibly improve.

treatments for fat removal

If you have changed your diet and incorporated an exercise schedule into your routine and are finding it hard to lose any stubborn weight then there are professional treatments that can help. An advanced fat injection treatment based on Aqualyx, a water solution injected into the fat areas of the body, can quickly remove fat by essentially dissolving it making it possible for the body to remove naturally through urination.

Coolsculpting is also proven to remove stubborn fat areas by up to 30%. Speak to someone today about get back into shape[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Modern Men Embracing Laser Hair Removal

It’s a long time since advertisers have splashed images of hairy chests around the pages of glossy magazines isn’t it? You might remember a few of the old classic ads with particularly hirsute men parading about as they splashed aftershave around like it was going out of fashion? Well things have definitely changed since then and men, young and old are no longer as hairy as they once were.

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10 Common Things That Could Be Ageing You

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Habits are hard to break; that’s a given…which is why many of us continue to follow routines and to ingest things we know won’t do us any good at all even though deep down, we want to stop.

The daily stresses of life, the problems with sleep and the tiredness which many of us use as an excuse to not change are the very things which will disappear if we do make some alterations to our routines and to get a grip of those everyday things which age us!

Take a look at this list of 10 everyday things that age you and see how many you’re guilty of!

skin care model1:  Alcohol:

A quick glass of wine or one pint of beer doesn’t do any harm does it? Well yes, quite frankly it does. Alcohol is a natural diuretic; which means that it encourages water loss…which in turn means that it dehydrates. Dehydrated skin always looks stressed and older than it needs to and long term regular alcohol use means that your skin will suffer.

2: Stress:

How on earth can we stop stressing when the very thought of it stresses us out? The trick is to reduce caffeine intake; this will automatically improve your sleep regime which will automatically make you less stressed in the day. Long term stress can reduce lifespan and can wreak havoc on your looks and your body’s ability to function well in general which makes it more susceptible to the signs of ageing.

3:  Sunshine:

Of course we all love the sun; it makes us feel good because it’s full of good vitamins and it’s associated with fun times. But the sun will ruin your skin if you don’t protect it. Just look at the skin of older people who’ve spent years working outdoors; more like leather than anything right? Keep your skin safe and pretty by using sun protection every single day…yes, even in the winter!

4: Smoking:

Even if you’re only a “social smoker” it’s just not worth it when you consider how much of a threat to not only your looks but your health in the long run. Smoking deprives your skin of oxygen and this results in pale, uneven skin tone. Smokers age far sooner than non smokers too…so maybe it’s time to quit?

5: Food:

Yes we know that you know that your daily bar of choc or your evening packet of crisps is bad for your waistline but did you also know that those high fat and high sugar foods are bad for your skin? Processed foods actually cause inflammation within the body which speeds up the formation of wrinkles. Change those crisps for roasted veg and the chocolate? Try a banana instead if you’re in need of something sweet.  A diet full of fruit and veg will protect your skin and keep it younger looking for many years to come.

6:  Lack Of Sleep:

Sleep isn’t called the Great Healer for nothing you know. When we sleep our bodies go into overdrive; they repair and check and repair again. This is when new cell growth happens and when bacteria which shouldn’t be there is beaten out by antibodies. Protect your body and protect your sleep…practice good sleep hygiene which means don’t eat for a few hours before bedtime, don’t have televisions or computers in the bedroom and make sure your mattress is in good condition too!

7:  Caring For Your Eyes:

Eyes aren’t only the windows to our souls, they’re also a pretty good indicator of a person’s age! They reveal stress, worry and sadness and the skin around them is the most delicate on your face. Protect and care for this area with the best creams available. Look out for eye creams which contain Peptides; this will stimulate collagen production as well as reduce puffiness.

8:  Bad Make Up:

We don’t mean badly applied…we mean cheap, nasty and grubby. Buy the best you can afford, wash your brushes regularly and change your mascara as often as possible. Keeping bacteria at bay is the best weapon you have in the fight against skin infections and spots.

9: Central Heating:

As winter closes in around us it’s tempting to turn up the heating and shut the windows but stop…before you do this think about your skin! Central heating is drying and if you’re sitting in a falsely warm, dry atmosphere for hours every day then your skin will become dry and flaky. Open the windows now and then and if you’re feeling the chill, then put on an extra layer!

10:  Cleansing Badly:

Washing your face with soap may feel “clean” but it’s not doing you any favours. Don’t be tempted to rub your skin with a rough flannel too often either. Treat it like a fine silk garment…use the best products and be gentle and you will see an improvement within weeks.

Your face is out there all day, it’s exposed to everything from weather to traffic fumes and it needs some TLC on a daily basis. Treat your body well from the inside out and your face will thank you for it![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]