obesity, hypertension.
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iam 23 year old, ht 5.4" & wt 75kg, bengali girl. I have a baby of 8 month old and am lactating.. im a medical student and my schedule is very stressful.. my father is hypertensive , diabetic and cardiac pt... wht shall i do to reduce my wt and lead a healthy stress free life... |
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re: obesity, hypertension.
by Dr M.K. Gupta -
Jan 4th, 2012
11:56 pm
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Dr M.K. Gupta
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Dear Farsana Because society seems to move in the speed of lightening, it would appear that most people are desirous of just living a low-stress healthy life. To be able to attain this goal, several key issues must be addressed. Included in this are the next: Making appropriate food choices Keeping the body hydrated Incorporating exercise in to the day Developing a social support system Setting aside time for rest When many of these elements have been become habitual, the body and mind can relax, and the defense mechanisms will begin to function at top efficiency. Making Healthy Food Choices First, living a stress free healthy life requires fuelling your body using the nutrients that it needs for energy and growth. Incorporating vegetables and fruit into the diet is a superb beginning. At least five daily servings are recommended. Protein can also be an essential building block for a healthy body, and calcium is needed for that teeth and bones to stay strong. If this is difficult, vitamin and mineral supplements may help to bridge the gap, but whole foods are always better. Keeping your body Hydrated Since the body is composed of large quantities water, it requires liquid to operate properly. Water keeps the kidneys functioning and also the cells from the body full and healthy. Scientists now say that most liquids can count toward a daily consumption quota, but good clean water energizes the body helping it release toxins better than any other fluid for those interested in living a low-stress healthy life. Incorporating Exercise in to the Day Low stress healthy living is nearly impossible without exercise. Exercise not just keeps the body at a healthy weight by burning calories, additionally, it allows the mind to produce stress. If life really becomes stressful, you ought to not only practice some form of aerobic exercise and weight training but should also give a form of meditative exercise such as yoga. Exercise can lower the cortisol levels in the body which are so damaging towards the heart. Developing a Support System A support system is also an important component in living a low-stress healthy life. Relatives and friends can provide support and encouragement when stress becomes unbearable. Talking is therapeutic and allows for a discharge of burdens. If relatives and friends aren't close, a social network may be developed through civic or religious organizations. Setting Aside Time for Rest Finally, living a low-stress healthy every day life is impossible without getting enough rest. When nightly sleep doesn't seem possible, incorporate cat naps during the day. The body rebels with illness when it is forced to work long periods lacking the necessary rest. With regards M.K. Gupta |