Tips to Maintain Natural Health & Fitness

March 8, 2010

3-Principles of Natural Health Care

This article 3 principles of natural health care was written and published by me in 2008, today I’m reproducing it here as its still very much contemporary (or I can say more relevant now).

Natural health can be maintained and retained if we follow some common basic principles of natural health care. These basic principles aren’t difficult or cumbersome to follow but they require a strong will power and a keen desire to stay close to nature. These simple principles must be adopted before our body looses its status of being healthy. If we cannot follow these most common principles of natural health care now, then it would not be possible for us in future especially when some serious illness overtakes our healthy body system.

Our modern lifestyle today is one of the biggest enemy of our health and natural body system. Today we have developed a social structure which is unhealthy not only for the society but also for natural health of our body system. Here are three common well known principles of natural health which are seldom followed today, but this doesn’t mean these principles don’t stand today or they have been abandoned by our body.

1-Disturbed Natural Sleeping Pattern :

Natural Sleeping PatternA naturally sound sleep as per law of nature provides a number of positive health benefits to our body. We cannot count these but it works on complexion and beauty, energy and vitality, mental health and relaxation, improving appetite and digestion, overall health and happiness to name a few. Clock of our body system is naturally configured with nature’s natural clock i.e., at night our body tends to rest or sleep and in day after sunrise it is configured to work or do its job. Today our unhealthy lifestyle tends to artificially reconfigure this natural clock. Our modern habits and unnatural sleeping patterns are responsible for a number of modern health problems. Today we work when its natural for our body to sleep or rest and we sleep or rest when it natural time to work.

2-Unnatural and Unhealthy Eating Habits/Patterns:

Modern Eating HabitsOur eating habits have also changed with time. I’ll not be discussing poor nutrition and poor and unhealthy quality of food that we have in this. Today we eat as and when we have time or wish to eat. We eat food without a natural urge or appetite for eating. Even if the quality of food that we eat is best and organically produced, requirements of our body today due to modern lifestyle are not the same as they used to be some times back. Today eating more doesn’t mean getting healthier but its just opposite. Today we provide our body engine with fuel at a time when it is not asking for it and the fuel that we provide our body system today is not the right fuel for the health of our body system. This is like feeding a petrol engine with coal. Thanks God that our body system is not an ordinary machine but a wonderful machine.

3-Unnatural Over-Protection and Over-Comfort:

Un-natural comfort in modern lifeToday we protect ourselves not only from nature but also from the society and social activities unnaturally. We exceed our comfort level from natural to unnatural, the level of comfort that we enjoy today is actually uncomfortable for our body system to work in.  This healthy looking and good feeling over-protection has led to under protection of our natural body system. We are forcing our body to work in dual mode. Sometimes we want our body system to work naturally when we move outside our over-protection comfort cover and otherwise when we stay within our over protected comfort zone we want it to work unnaturally to fit requirements of the artificial environment. This may look lighter but it has a serious consequence on our body’s natural health system. Today our body begs us to leave dependence on its natural resistance power and seek modern medical help time and again which gives right treatment not only to our body system but also to the soul who is actually responsible for this under-protected over-protection.

These three points on 3 principles of natural health care discussed here show how we have ourselves willingly compromised simple principles of natural health with unprincipled complexities of modern health problems. Health is wealth and comes before everything else, all the goals of life depend on our health, our level of happiness is also an indication of our health and if we are neglecting health for something else then we’ll definitely regret our today’s decision and lifestyle in future.

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February 22, 2010

Definition of Physical Activity

Young Women Pose shows Confidence in Physical Health & Beauty

World Health Organization defines physical activities as

Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure. Physical inactivity, (a lack of physical activity) is an independent risk factor for chronic diseases, and overall is estimated to cause 1.9 million deaths globally.

Regular physical activity – such as walking, cycling, or dancing – has significant benefits for health. For instance, it can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and osteoporosis, help control weight, and promote psychological well-being. Everyone should engage in at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity every day. More activity may be required for weight control.” Learn more about physical activities at WHO.

It is clear from the above definition that physical activities are very important for our health and wellness and if we are unable to perform such activities every day or every week then we are risking our health. Lack of physical activity is today our number one problem on hand and to meet the increasing demand for power is a global problem faced by governments across the globe by developed and developing countries.

A problem which has a solution is giving birth to another problem, on one hand we are looking at modern medical science to restore health in our body artificially (after all we are today reluctant to do physical work which is the real secret to stay healthy and fit).

Physical Activity and Its Health Benefits

  1. Determines how much energy we expend everyday and therefore plays an important role in balancing our energy level and weight. Weight is a universal problem today and there are a number of useful and useless courses, tips and tricks available from a number of sources on internet.
  2. Physical activities play an important role in reducing risks associated with coronary heart disease and resulting strokes.
  3. Physical activities reduce risks associated with diabetes especially dreaded Type II diabetes.
  4. In women physical activities reduce risk of cancer (breast cancer and colon cancer).

One must keep oneself engaged in physical work of one form or other as this is the safest method of enjoying health and well-being.  Manual works not only improve physical health but they also help in improving mental health and mood those who are unable to perform physical activities or exercises due to any reason can take help of natural alternatives like Traditional Chinese Medicine Ganoderma.

In order to get specific health benefit from physical activities one must look at the best matching routine and quantity to perform in regular intervals. More on related health topic is already discussed in definition for physical health.

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January 4, 2010

Importance of Physical Activities in Maintaining Physical Health

Today most of us are not physically active, a little physical activities that we do are either for fun or entertainment or just moving withing our house or office. Time may have changed for our lifestyle which is today supported by a number of helpful aids but our body still works in traditional fashion. All its parts and body organs perform well when they are put to use (if not rigorous use). Today we want to eat well and still unable to use that energy, today we eat more than what we actually need and most of that we eat now a days is junk, useless food.

If we are looking for good physical health we must perform physical activities. Thanks to global energy crisis, global warming due to excessive carbon emission and health problems which have attracted attention of millions towards natural resources and how they can be used at small level at home and at larger level in production units and offices.

There are a number of tasks at home that can be performed manually, without wasting energy. This will not only save energy but will also keep us engaged (and entertained) for some time thus helping us mentally and will also engage our body in physical activity which it badly needs today to stay healthy and fit.

There are so many ways in which we can implement the above concept, it will definitely help everyone of us over time after all physical activities can only insure physical health.

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December 21, 2009

Definition for Physical Health

Physical health can be defined as an essential part of overall health of an individual, which include everything from physical fitness to overall wellness. Health can be defined as an state of complete well-being and physical health as an state of physical well-being in which an individual is mechanically fit to perform his daily activities and duties without any problem.

enjoying physical healthPhysical health is a way to maintain our health and fitness with our activities or life-style like walking daily, jogging, running, bicycling, exercising, doing Yoga and feeding our body with right type of food and drinks. There are so many ways to maintain and retain physical health which also improve our overall health and thus improving our immunity system and reducing chances of illness, disease and injury. It also helps in faster and better recovery for a person under medication.

The best way to physical health is to actively participate in physical activities at home and office or do a little walking or running everyday (if our body and circumstances allow) more on health benefits of walking running is already available in a previous post of natural health care.

Good sleeping habits and taking good sleep regularly also helps in maintaining and retaining good physical health. Even if our sleeping pattern is disturbed for a day or two we can see and feel its effect on our physical as well as mental health. So, its importance cannot be overlooked.  Good sleep is a natural tonic for health and we must ensure that we get enough sleep everyday. Enjoying natural sleep regularly reduces number of problems that we face in everyday life.

More on definition for physical health to be updated in next post.

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September 15, 2009

How Ganoderma Can Help in Preventing Swine Flu Symptoms

What Are Basic Symptoms of Swine Flu?

Swine flu or H1N1 Virus has been in news recently around the globe for its notorious spread from one continent to another in just few days. It created a world wide panic initially but soon it was controlled with WHO efforts, it was called a pandemic by WHO.

Some symptoms of Swine Flu are :

Systemic – Fever

Psychological – Lethargy

- Lack of Appetite

Nasopharynx – Running Nose

- Sore Throat

Respiratory  – Coughing

Intestinal      – Diarrhea

Gastric         – Nausea

- Vomiting

People with weak immunity system are easy victim in these situation because there body is unable to withstand even a slight virus provocation.  Anyone with a strong body and immunity system can not get infected easily and even if he/she gets infected, there will be no problem in fast recovery as his/her body will support all the external efforts of a doctor.

Read more in this article on ezine titled how can swine flu symptoms be prevented with herbs to learn more.

 

Can Ganoderma help in preventing these Swine Flu Symptoms

Can Ganoderma help in preventing these Swine Flu Symptoms

 

How effective is Ganoderma

Ganoderma is an alternative way to develop immunity system, regulate body functions, remove accumulated toxins from the body without harming our body system, without doing anything on its own but it helps our body organs to perform there duties, there activities.

Anyone can who is already consuming Ganoderma or healthy coffee understands this. If you wish to learn how ganoderma can help in preventing Swine Flu symptoms then read more about ganoderma which has been effective for over 4000 years now and even today. This is not to promote or market any product but its a real fact and related to personal experience. Ganoderma is very effective personal care system. I don’t know much about the effectiveness of its various variant which are available from several marketers. I am talking about the DXN-Ganoderma (because I’ve used it), one can give it a try to find out his/her own personal experience about there products.

More information on Swine Flu is available at

2009 Pandemic by Country at Wikipedia

Swine Flu – FAQ – Top 20 Questions and Answers

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August 2, 2009

Health Benefits of Walking Running

Walking is a form of light exercise which provides a number of health benefits for health and wellness. Daily walks of few kilometers (as per users convenience) can make considerable improvement in overall health status.  People who have been regular in morning walks for years are less prone to illness and disease then those who do not walk or exercise regularly. There are so many health benefits of walking and running and which can only be realized by following this tip for few days.

Why should we walk daily?

We all know that walking is good for health and it provides all the benefits of exercise.  It is also a convenient method of refreshing, relaxing and enjoying nature and life.

Some other reasons (6 Benefits of Walking) in favor of walking daily are :

  1. Walking is fit for everyone whether he/she is young or old, men or women, rich or poor. Walking doesn’t asks for any resources, if you wish you can purchase a new pair of shoes or a track suit but they are not necessary, even if you don’t have them you will get all the benefits of your daily (or regular) walks.
  2. Walking Daily Improves Body Functions : Even walking for sometime occasionally makes one feel good and when its a routine it will definitely help many parts of our body. Walks can improve body functions on its own.
  3. Walking is good for digestive system : We can help our digestive system if we can take a few steps in and around our home or office.
  4. Walks help our heart to stay fit : Walking is also good for heart as it is good for overall health. It helps our heart to work more efficiently.
  5. Walks helps us to Stay Young : Daily walks are so beneficial for health that they can act as an anti-aging medicine. Its anti-stress attribute is the No. 1 reason for this effect.
  6. These are not the only benefits of walking but only a few, rest of the benefits can be discovered by every individual individually as we all have our own unique problems and therefore can find a unique solution to it.

Please note there is no hard and fast rule for walking for health. Do it as per your own convenience and comfort. More information on walking for health can be found in articles :-

Health Benefits of Walking

Benefits of Walking

Daily Walking Advantage

We all read a lot of information on health and fitness but we hardly follow them, even when we are convinced. So, don’t speculate, walks don’t have any side effects, they don’t need any time (walk when you feel like walking/relaxing) and discover its benefits.

I hope this post on Health Benefits of Walking Running will at least help you consider this easy to do activity at home or in office.

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March 7, 2009

Take Care of Your Health At Home

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Taking care of our health is the best way and right option to avoid any serious illness and health problems. How can we take care of our health? There are so many ways to do it at home. Like taking meals regularly, eating on time, doing some physical work, enjoying life, sleeping for at least 6-8 hours everyday, drinking water instead of coffee or soda etc.

These are some little things that make lot of difference in our everyday life and health status. There is no quick fix method to stay healthy and fit. We can employ a quick fix method to suppress a symptom but we cannot claim guaranteed health with a quick fix. Health is not an external factor which can be fixed by someone. Health is a symbol of internal harmony within the body, mind and soul.

We can easily judge whether we are healthy or not? How? Health is a sign of coolness. It means our body is working at its best. It makes a healthy persona a happy person, a person with lots of positive energy, a person with positive thoughts. All those who are not ill or have not been diagnosed with some disease and still don’t find any of these symptoms in themselves can be said to be in a pre-illness stage. A stage right before illness when symptoms of illness start appearing. Today most people live with this pre-illness state.

Healthy people make a healthy world, as health is not just limited to body but it goes beyond body to mind and soul. So, take care of your health at home everyday and enjoy life.

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January 20, 2009

Enjoying Natural Sleep

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Enjoying natural sleep everyday is really a luxury, today when we have accumulated all sources of comforts in our personal life. We have lost our sleep, which is natural and easy method of feeling good. Those who are otherwise healthy and do not have any sleeping problem feel energetic and fresh every morning, without taking any food supplement, nutrition or any specialized product to fell good.

In my life I’ve seen both the colors of life i.e. life when I don’t get enough sleep due to work pressure or when heavy work schedule takes my sleep away even when I try to sleep and the period of days during which I enjoy a good sleep every night without any problem and trouble. The reasons that I’ve found myself for sleepless nights and sleeping problems is my own habits and lifestyle. When I am relaxed and cool, simply doing my work without any excitement, I enjoy life along with good natural sleep every day. When I try to mix with too many people around or try to force myself to achieve something for material gain I get over excited with work and planning, which not only effects my sleeping pattern but also my eating pattern.

I loose sleep when I loose my natural appetite for food. I can’t eat the food calmly with ease because I am less interested in food and more interested in my work related schedule, all these things if continued for a week or month, turns radiance of my face down, make me a bit short tempered as I enter an unhealthy state. I discover this when I face a mirror.

All these symptoms are a sign of a breeding illness and if I don’t take a note of these problem immediately in a couple of days I may be forced to take some medication or alternative remedy for health. I can manage things and schedules of my life but for those who don’t have that much liberty in life or there task is more important then personal health and comfort should take some other alternative therapy to stay healthy and fit like ganoderma based products.

Good natural sleep and food are a boon for health and wellness and life is about enjoying simple and natural things that are naturally available and if we are not enjoying then do you think we are living. So, enjoy life and natural sleep.

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November 3, 2008

Good Sleep A Natural Tonic for Health

A good sleep not only helps us feel good but it is also a natural health tonic. There are a number of health benefits that we receive with a sound sleep. Today sleepless nights are a common problem, created by our modern lifestyle where there is enough free time to rest and sleep, still our lifestyle keeps us busy and tensed.

Today we don’t follow a strict schedule, we use our free time in entertainment, to relax but in reality we aren’t relaxed but get more tensed. People often spend long hours in front of TV or Computer and then think that they are running short of time. The work in odd hours frequently and disturb there natural sleeping pattern.

We take a number of health supplements for health and fitness, use a number of products for beauty and complexion without caring for the natural tonic an innocent sleep. A good sleep not only improves the structure of our face but it also improves skin complexion without any other supplement or aid. We can notice the benefits of a good sleep ourself after getting up in morning.

Sleeping problem is an invitation to a number of health problems both mental and physical. If we are not able to get good sleep for days then it is an indication that something is wrong with our health. If this sleeping disorder continues for long time then we can notice a considerable deterioration in our health. The best solution for this problem is to take a natural course, follow a sleeping schedule strictly. Sleeping pill and medicines will not help in finding a permanent solution. They will only give a temporary relief for some time.

Health should be the top priority in our life, even above career, because life isn’t about career, earning and making money but life is to live. If we are destryoing the peace of life today for the benefits and comforts of tomorrow then we are wrong. When we loose health then we loose everything, be it family, career, society, friends, happiness. We have to be healthy to enjoy anything on this planet and sleep is a natural tonic for health, wealth and fitness. Our undeniable friend for life.

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August 12, 2008

Sleep Well to Improve Health and Wellness Automatically

Sleeping well is another important factor in health and wellness of a person. It is ridiculous that today we are proud to be a part of an advanced modern civilization and our modern civilization is suffering and struggling due to lack of very basic natural amenities in life. Amenities that are free and available in plenty to virtually everyone, everywhere like air, water, good food, sound sleep and a feeling of wellbeing. Result of this is a number of health problems and disease which are in-fact easy to prevent if we follow law of nature to some extent.

Easy Solution to Sleeping Disorders and Insomnia

Sleeping disorder and insomnia in some form are common and frequent in todays lifestyle especially in people over 35 years old. Poor sleep is responsible for a number of problems in our life like these.

  1. Mood swings
  2. Lack of concentration
  3. Poor immunity to disease
  4. Lack luster face
  5. Tiredness
  6. Laziness
  7. Inefficiency in work
  8. Poor appetite and
  9. Problems related to digestion

These are initial symptoms of sleeplessness, which can occur in a day or two of sleepless nights. If this sleeping disorder and insomnia continues for a prolonged period then there is a risk of :-

  • Obesity
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Diabetes
  • Cancer

These are just an indication and actual results can be a collapse of body system, if it is not treated in time.

There are a number of natural methods to improve sleeping disorders and common health issues. Sleeping disorders are mainly caused by unhealthy lifestyle and work schedule, at a young age we often neglect these unimportant looking issue but at a later stage in our life we pay for them.

Take a short quiz and discover your status of sleeping disorder and insomnia.

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