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A FIBER-RICH DIET: NATURE`S BROOM

WE ARE NOT TO NEGLECT A FIBER-RICH DIET, AS IT IS NATURE’S BROOM WHICH CLEANSES THE INTERNS OF THE BODY. THERE ARE SOME WAYS TO ADD FIBER TO OUR DIET.

* DO NOT STIR FOOD
* ALWAYS USE UNPOLISHED RICE
* DO NOT PEEL VEGETABLES AND FRUITS
* DO NOT STRAIN JUICE
* EAT WHOLE WHEAT BREAD AND BISCUITS
* DO NOT OVERCOOK FOOD
* TAKE AT LEAST 4-5 SERVINGS OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES IN YOUR DAILY DIET
* RAISINS, DRIED WHOLE PULSES AND SPROUTS ARE GOOD SOURCES OF FIBER.

Posted on Wednesday, February 1st, 2006
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DEALING WITH ANGER

HAVE YOU EVER LOST YOUR TEMPER? DID YOU SCREAM OR WANT TO HIT SOMEONE? EVERYONE GETS ANGRY. ANGER CAN EVEN BE GOOD A GOOD THING, WHEN KIDS ARE TREATED UNFAIRLY, THE ANGER CAN HELP THEM STAND UP FOR THEMSELVES.

WHAT IS ANGER?
WE ALL HAVE LOTS OF EMOTIONS AT DIFFERENT TIMES SOMETIME WE FEEL JEALOUS, SOMETIMES HAPPY OR SAD. ANGER IS JUST A WAY WE FEEL. ITS OK TO FEEL ANGRY AT SOMETIMES IN FACT ITS NECESSARY TO GET ANGRY SOMETIMES.

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR ARE ANGERY

FIRST THING TO DO WHEN YOU ARE ANGRY COUNT 1 TO 10.
STAMP YOUR FEET.
SING YOUR FAVOURITE SONG.
LISTEN TO YOUR FAVOURITE MUSIC.
BEAT UP A PILLOW.
GO FOR A RIDE.
GO FOR SHOPING.
NEVER GETTING ANGRY IS IMPOSSIBLE. REMEMBER HOW YOU ACT WHEN YOU ARE ANGRY MAKES THE SITUATION WORSE OR BETTER.DONOT LET ANGER CONTROL YOU. TAKE CHARGE OVER IT.

Posted on Monday, January 30th, 2006
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Back Pain Causes

There are a number of back pain causes, but two of the most common causes concerning the disc are disc injury and degenerative disc. Disc degeneration is linked to water content loss that leads to narrowing of the gap between two vertebrae. This results in pinching of a nerve leading to pain. Bulging discs are normally confused with ruptured discs, which is not a fact. Bulging discs are normal, whereas ruptured discs can be serious. Discs may bulge during the day due to the weight of the body that they endure and get back to normal at night when they are rested. On the other hand, ruptured discs are damaged discs. The damage is caused by leakage of nucleus pulposus, a jelly like substance.

Back Pain Causes of the Mid-Back

Maintaining poor posture or sitting in one position for a considerably long time can cause mid-back pain. A chair that does not support the back properly can also lead to mid-back pain. People under heavy stress can also experience pain at the back. Worry and anxiety are known to be major back pain causes.

You could be having a slipped disc or spinal joint problem, if bending or twisting results in pain. Pain in the mid-back can also occur if the muscle is injured due to sports activity. Muscle pulls are a common occurrence among sportsmen. Muscular pain is among the common back pain causes which people handling weights experience.

Regular exercise, which should include stretching, flexibility, and muscle toning exercise, coupled with healthy diet, will ensure a strong and healthy back.

Posted on Wednesday, January 25th, 2006
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Dust Allergy and You

Even if you maintain a clean home, you are not ensured of a dust free environment. You and your family are open to dust allergy, which may lead to itchy eyes and running nose the whole year round. Dust may trigger an attack in people suffering from asthma. 

No place is absolutely free from dust, and no amount of care can prevent dust from triggering an allergic reaction. Your furniture upholstery, building material, and pets carry dust particles that contribute to dust allergy. The constituents of dust particles are animal dander, dust mites, bacteria, human skin elements, fabric fibers, mold spores, food particles, and the like. Any of these are capable of triggering allergic reactions.

Dust mite waste is very minute and travels in the air when disturbed. Walking on the carpet or a tap on the bed propels dust mite waste in the air. You are likely to develop symptoms of allergy when you inhale these particles. Your vacuum cleaner may fail to completely remove dust particles from the inner layers of your carpet.

How to Keep Dust Mite Population under Control
 
It is best to keep your home as clean as you possibly can. Removing carpets from your home will prevent dust mites from breeding, since rugs and carpets are a very fertile dust mite breeding ground.  Make use of flooring that can be kept clean. Upholstered furniture attracts dust; so, wooden chairs and leather sofas are better options.  The furniture you use should be plain to facilitate easy cleaning. Furniture with intricate designs attracts dust and is not that easy to clean.

The best way to prevent dust allergy is to avoid dust and dusty places. Keep indoors on a windy day. Prevention is the best cure against dust allergy.

 

Posted on Saturday, January 7th, 2006
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Namaste World!

Welcome to Namaste Blog.

 
2005 Has sped by   Now, we need to face 2006
 
There may be risks involved   We may need to face roadblocks
 
So stay alert   Share time with friends
 
Jump over obstacles   With care
 
And caution   Face challenges
 
Remember to laugh   Cooperate
 
Discover   Make new friends
 
Above all…be ready for adventure   Stick together
 
And you will be able to go far   Very far….
 
Well, not quite that far….   Always take time to smell the flowers

Don’t forget to relax and enjoy

Posted on Sunday, January 1st, 2006
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