Simple yoga moves

It is common to have stiff shoulders after more than 8 hours of sitting at your work station, staring at the computer screen. I find this video very simple to follow and hope that you guys can also benefit from this. You can do this anywhere......

If you go for yoga lessons, you will notice that this stretching is part of the routine as well. Happy trying....

Of course, my ultimate fav would be to have my partner massage my shoulders...:) that works wonders too.

Bad driver? Blame your genes

Read this piece of article by Reuter.

Interesting.....maybe in the future one should go for a genetic test to see if one is suitable for driving. Anyway, in the study, sample size is rather small to make any conclusive evidence.

view full article below

http://motoring.asiaone.com/Motoring/News/Story/A1Story20091029-176636.html

Staying slim and fit in your 30's

It is hard to advise a friend, colleague or a family member to lose weight these days (even if they pester you non-stop for tips on how to do it).

Very simple...if you want to lose weight, you will need to cut down on your calorie intake.

Or else you will just have to get off your bum and sweat it out at the gym or simply exercise vigorously to burn off the calories that you've consumed.

This link i've provided merely shows the types of local food and the calorie content per serving. Plenty of tasty food are indeed high in calories....'sigh'

http://www.nutriweb.org.my/general/calories/cal141.htm

A typical daily calorie intake for male is about 2000 kcal/d and for women 1800 kcal/d. And if you are serious about losing weight, you may consider shedding another 500 kcal/d from the recommended daily intake. Yes.....not easy...you will either have to cut your meal times from 3 to 2 or choose better alternatives.

My tips for keeping slim:

1. Portion size - control your portion size. When eat 'chap fan', please refrain from filling up your plate till you can't see your plate! Remember to ask the auntie to only give you half-plate rice as they have a tendency to think that everyone is a 'fan thong' (rice bucket)

2. Opt for more vegetables and fruits. I know this sounds boring but hey, they are low in cal (unless you pick those cooked in curry or thick sauce)

3. Drink lots of water. They fill you up. When i say water, it is not fizzy or sweetened beverages or else you will be back at square 1

4. Cut down on carbo, up your intake of meat (lean meat, poultry and fish)

5. Fastest way to lose weight? exercise.....the more vigorous, the better it is. You must feel that your heart rate is racing.....do it for more than 30 to 40 minutes. That is when your body have exhausted the instant sugar from the liver and start using your 'reserved tank'..meaning the fat storage

6. Don't take supper (eating so late into the night, especially when your metabolic rate is at its lowest is a no no)

7. Limit alcohol (social drinkers will gain weight very easily). Chronic drinkers will lose weight as their liver will start to fail

8. Snacking is allowed but not on junk food. Opt for healthier alternatives such as fruits, digestive biscuits, celery sticks and baby carrots (If you find this boring, then don't snack at all!)

9. Go slow on the dressings. 2 tsps of margerine/salad dressing/oils can easily gives you 90 kcal - 100 kcal, which is equivalent to eating 1 cup of rice

10. If you have to go for buffet lunches/dinners, do limit your portion size and avoid overeating (that is why i never liked buffets). One can easily consumed an additional 1000 to 2000 kcal at buffet tables

Terry fox run 2009

TERRY FOX RUN KUALA LUMPUR

Sunday 1 November 2009 Flag off @ 9.00 a.m.

Venue: Taman Tasik Perdana (Lake Gardens)

Running for a cause

At the age of 18, he was told that his right leg had to be amputated above the knee as a result of bone cancer. During this crucial period, Terry saw the intense pain and despair of other cancer victims and was deeply moved. In order to raise funds for cancer research, he decided to run across Canada asking for donations. This became “The Marathon of Hope”. Terry Fox died before he could complete his crusade, but his legacy is carried in the hearts of all who participate or donate to the Terry Fox Run each year around the world.

In support of this event, participants can donate or buy the merchandises on sale for that day. Apart from that, you can also get fit and healthy.

If you need more information

Please contact :

Ms Yoon / Mr Peter Kang, CARIF, 2nd floor, OPC, Sime Darby Medical Centre, T: 56391874

Or email them at organizer(at)terryfoxrunkl.org

So, mark your calendar today for Terry Fox Run and do your bit for cancer research.

Vege-rich diet may protect babies from diabetes

Mothers who ate vegetables only three to fives times per week increased the risk of type 1 diabetes in their children by 70 per cent, compared to women who consumed vegetables daily during pregnancy, according to findings published in Pediatric Diabetes.

http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Mum-s-veggie-rich-diet-may-protect-baby-from-diabetes/?c=zlzTwaJ%2Fl%2FPML%2B%2Fn8dKT9g%3D%3D&utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Newsletter%2BDaily

Bowel cancer is the most common form of cancer in Malaysian men, and the third commonest in women after breast and cervical cancers.

More reasons why we should eat more fruits and greens....

http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/10/27/nation/4980171&sec=nation

Caring Forum

Caring is organising a health forum on the 1st November 2009 at Sunway Convention Centre. Entrance fee is free and there will be loads of activities and talks for the public.

Time is from 10 am to 5 pm and be sure to be there early to check out all the health screenings available. Tests that are available include bone density test, foot check, blood tests and also eye checks.