Friday, January 1, 2010

Paraben Free Face Care Products

Parabens are basically preservative chemical agents used in lots of skin care products from sunscreens, antiperspirants, body lotions and of course, skin creams. Research from some very prestigious bodies is beginning to show these agents are harmful to health and that is why you should always buy paraben free face care products.

Look At the Label!
As we lather on some body cream lotions for dry skin or face cream, we should really take a long hard look at the labels and watch out for the parabens because they have been extensively used in cosmetic products since the 1920s. That is almost a hundred years and all during that time, these substances were regarded somewhat benevolently. After all, they are just preservatives and are basically a protein. The companies using these hope to have a shelf life of three years for their products. But that is not the whole story!

University of Brunel Research
Look at the research done by the University of Brunel in Middlesex in the UK which shows that all the ethyl, methyl and butyl parabens are actually producing estrogen which can and does cause cancer, especially breast cancer in women.

Our skin can absorb toxins.
Let us face up to it. Our skin is capable of absorbing many of the substances we put on it. Why do we use medicine patches? This is because certain substances are absorbed into the bloodstream. Given that the largest organ on our bodies is treated very often and for long periods with these agents, it seems only sensible to seek out paraben free face care products as well as paraben free lotions and creams.

These seemingly harmless preservatives, have now been linked with problems of undescended testicles, low sperm count and even prostate disorders. There seems to be growing evidence of a possible link with disruption of the endocrine system and that they may block or mimic hormones.

Some cosmetic companies care about your health
I know about a company in New Zealand which is producing paraben free face care creams. They have simply done their research properly and all their products, such as paraben free lotions and creams are now gaining popularity because they are safer products all round. They are also more effective as can be seen from testimonials on their website. I have dedicated a website to their products because they are not only using paraben free face care ingredients but also a whole range of natural and organic substances which few other cosmetic companies know about.

Breast Augmentation

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Breast augmentation is one of the most popular surgeries performed on women. Because of lost fullness due to childbirth, lactation, and genetics or simply due to flattened tissue which often results from aging, many women are interested in increasing the size of their boobs. Here are some answers to the more common questions that are often asked.

What does this procedure entail? It is performed by a cosmetic surgeon in order to increase the size of a woman's breast. An incision is made to insert an implant in order to add additional fullness.

Where are the incisions made? The incisions may be placed under the areola, beneath the fold of skin under the breast crease, in the armpit area or via the navel.

What are the implants made of? Implants may be filled with either a silicone or saline solution. Silicone implants may be used after a woman is 22 years of age, while saline implants may be used by women who are 18 years of age. This is a stipulation made by the FDA, which is the Food and Drug Administration, an agency which monitors the safety of food, drugs and medical devices. The saline is a more natural substance, but the silicone is said to offer a more natural result.

What are the different sizes, shapes and textures of implants? They come in a variety of sizes in order to offer whatever bra cup size a woman chooses. They come in round or tear drop shape in order to align with a woman's natural curvature. Round ones usually come with a smooth surface while tear drops often have a texture to ensure that they don't slip around in the body.

How long does this surgical procedure take? It takes from one to three hours to perform. The patient is usually able to go home that same day. All swelling and bruising should subside within six weeks. There may be some initial pain and tenderness, but both should be easily managed with pain medication.

Is a woman able to breast feed after augmentation? Unfortunately, many women are unable to nurse a baby after this procedure. It may be wise to wait until after childbearing and lactation to undergo this operation.

Who should perform a breast augmentation procedure? Only a reputable cosmetic surgeon should perform this operation, as they have the proper skills and training to ensure an optimum outcome.

Tips for Dieting

Here I want to tell you just a few simple tips that will help you in losing weight.

1. Don’s stress your body with drastic measures like long periods without food.

2. Its better to eat small meals of healthy foods instead to stay hungry and then eat some junk food to satisfy the need of your body.

3. You don’t hear that for the first time but you really need to drink more water. And be sure to check the quantity of the Sodium in it. In great quantities Sodium is bad for your kidneys.

4. Love the moments you eat something. Enjoy every bite and chew it well.

5. Care what you eat 6 days in the week but one day reserve for some treats for you.

Top 5 Healthy Weight Loss Foods

 

Need to shed some weight super fast? There are five healthy weight loss foods I've found to be wickedly effective. In this article I will share them with you and exactly why they work so good. Before I do please note...

This is NOT some silly little random list. These five fat burning foods are PROVEN pound shredders. Elite foods that have been found to greatly enhance the rate you lose weight!

Bottom line...

Consume just a few of them each day and odds are you will quickly feel the results. But if you have the guts to consume all five of them each day... I'd wager a bet that you'd be smilin in front of the mirror in just 7 days!

So sit up and get on the edge of your seat, cause here they are...

1. Whey Protein. 

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Study after study confirms that protein is potent fat burning fuel. Primary reason is because it greatly aids muscle development. And muscle burns fat! The amazing thing about whey is that it has been found to be among the fastest absorbing proteins on the planet. This means that if you drink a whey protein shake immediately after your workout... it will be absorbed by your body within a matter of just a few minutes.

2. Spicy food.

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I realize this is a bit general, so allow me to give you a few examples: jalapeno peppers, habanero peppers and the like. These fat burning foods raise your metabolism. They make it burn HOTTER! And when your metabolism burns hotter it tends to burn far more fat. I try to consume at least one very spicy meal per day. So far the results have been out of this world!

3. Lean beef.

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Hey, this article is NOT written to please your doctor. Truth is, when it comes to burning fat, few things can compete with lean red meat. When consumed... it forces your metabolism to work over-time in order to digest. This of course greatly enhances the amount of fat you burn. Secondly, red meat is loaded with protein... which as we discussed, is potent fat burning fuel. Now I do not recommend consuming red meat in abundance for obvious health reasons. But I do consume lean red meat at least once per day and my body is virtually void of all stomach fat!

4. Spinach.

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Now there could certainly be other green leafy vegetables included here. But I've found spinach to work wonders for your midsection. It is loaded with calcium and hoards of other nutrients that super-charge your body so it can quickly eliminate fat.

5. Apples.

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Back when I was 30lbs over weight I began my quest for the best healthy weight loss foods. If there is any one thing that I would NOT give up... it would be my habit of eating one apply as soon as I wake up each morning. Apples are loaded with a beautiful compliment of nutrients and are a PROVEN fat burning weapon. So that was the list of the top 5 healthy weight loss foods.