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		<title>Mobile EMR &#8211; Transforming the Industry</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 15:28:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Through popular television series depicting the lives of doctors and surgeons, viewers are introduced to the hectic schedules of these medical heroes. It may be surprising to some younger viewers]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Through popular television series depicting the lives of doctors and surgeons, viewers are introduced to the hectic schedules of these medical heroes.  It may be surprising to some younger viewers that doctors are brought to attention through a pager and not contacted via the iPhone.</p>
<p>Television series aside, one of the coolest and most expensive applications found on the iPhone is a medical one. These applications are usually written for physicians and they are especially designed by and for doctors on the go.</p>
<p>The EMR application is an electronic medical assistant.  It allows physicians to access patient&#8217;s information and progress via a mobile phone.  Doctors are able to view lab reports, tests and schedule patient&#8217;s care accordingly.  Doctors are also able to write,store and share electronic notes  as well as billing.</p>
<p>There is no denying that <a href="http://www.emrvendors.org/electronic-hospital-records-are-going-mobile/">mobile electronic medical records systems</a> are innovative and allows physicians to attend to their patients from anywhere and at anytime.  It  is also efficient as doctors need not be present at the lab to review reports thus reduces wait time.</p>
<p>Since then, many applications are developed for the medical industry.  There are applications that assist physicians, and some for the layman, for determining drugs, references to diseases and clinical information.  Most of the top EMR vendors have now developed complementing applications allowing doctors to access the core system via smartphones and handheld devices.</p>
<p>However the emergence of mobile EMR is not one without controversies and debates.  Many have questioned its reliability and accuracy.  And many are concern about the strain it will cause between the doctor and patient relationship. The doctor will see you via Skype isn&#8217;t exactly a patient&#8217;s dream.</p>
<p>There is no denying that it is convenient for its users and can certainly improve a physician&#8217;s lifestyle.  However, does it really improve the quality of the health care industry? </p>
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		<title>Body odor and your scalp</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 01:50:43 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Grooming]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Body odor can happen to anyone at almost anytime. Most people experience their worst odors when exercising or sweating but other individuals exert distasteful smells when they become nervous, stressed]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.zumalabs.com">Body odor</a> can happen to anyone at almost anytime. Most people experience their worst odors when exercising or sweating but other individuals exert distasteful smells when they become nervous, stressed or even anxious. These odors are a natural occurrence but no one likes to smell horrible. </p>
<p>Bad body odor can come from a number of places on the body. The majority of individuals have odors that emit primarily from the armpits but there are people who experience odors in other places. You may found that you have foul stenches coming from your arms, legs or even your head. A <a href="http://www.zumalabs.com/Scalp-Odor/">smelly scalp</a>, for instance, is a rare but annoying problem that some people face. This problem is often created by shampoos that are used that allow bacteria to get into your hair follicles. In case you don&#8217;t already know, most odors are caused by groups of bacteria on the skin. </p>
<p>Body odor can be very embarrassing and annoying to deal with. Many people find it hard to talk to people or even leave their homes due to horrible body odors. There are ways to correct odor issues, though. Before you begin any treatment you should educate yourself in how and why you have body odor. It is always best to know exactly what you are dealing with before you attempt to treat it.</p>
<p>There are many causes for odors including bad hygiene, medications, ingredients in shampoos and other things. Smells are produced when bacteria grows in abundance on the affected area. In order to rid yourself of the odor you must get rid of the bacteria. Once the bacteria is gone you will notice that the odors being emitted from your body will be considerably more bearable. Perspiration that comes from the body is actually meant to be odorless. It&#8217;s only when it comes in contact with bacteria that it produces foul smells.</p>
<p>One thing you can do to reduce your body odor is work at keeping your skin as clean as possible. If you use facial cleansers or moisturizers make sure that aren&#8217;t oily and have bacteria fighting ingredients. Use these products daily or as needed to make sure the skin stays clean. Keeping up your personal hygiene is an important step in ridding yourself of body odor problems. A lot of people neglect cleaning certain areas of their bodies but in order to be completely clean you need to scrub every inch of your body to get rid of bacteria and grime accumulated on your skin.</p>
<p>There are several body odor treatments that can be used to accomplish this, many of which include specially medicated shampoos and conditioners. These work best because they are designed to clean out your hair follicles at the core and rid the areas of all odor causing bacteria. You can find some of these specially treated shampoos in standard stores and pharmacies but the best products are found almost exclusively online. </p>
<p>In conclusion, you can beat body odors with proper hygiene and treatment. Be sure to pick yourself up a few bottles of specially treated shampoo and conditioner to fight bacteria and rid yourself of nasty smells once and for all.</p>
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		<title>The Best Shavers On The Market</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 May 2011 01:29:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For many men, shaving can be a seriously annoying and sometimes painful experience. Some men prefer the traditional, manual razor while others prefer electric shavers. Electric shavers can work wonders]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.themenshealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/philips-HS8460-shaver.jpg" alt="" title="philips-HS8460-shaver" width="300" height="300" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-142" />For many men, shaving can be a seriously annoying and sometimes painful experience. Some men prefer the traditional, manual razor while others prefer electric shavers. Electric shavers can work wonders if you have the right one. Finding and picking out the <a href="http://bestelectricshaver.me.uk/">best electric shaver</a> can prove to be a difficult task, though. </p>
<p>There are tons of different electric shaver brands on the market including Philips, Panasonic, Braun, Norelco, and Remington. With so many different shavers out there how can you possibly choose one that is right for you? Well, it can actually be made much easier by first thinking of what you need in a razor. </p>
<p>Some of the things you need to consider before purchasing an electric shaver include your skin type, how comfortable of a shave you want and also how much money you want to spend. One of the main reasons guys don&#8217;t care to buy an electric shaver is because of the price. A lot of electric shavers cost 60 pounds or more but if you really think about the costs of using traditional razors you may think differently. </p>
<p>A regular razor costs about 6 pounds each. Sure, its cheap, but is it worth it? Most manual razors last only one or two shaves before you have to replace the blades. And blades are far from being cheap. It&#8217;s hard to find a pack of razor blades for less than 12 pounds and a pack only lasts a week or two. So, over the course of a year, you will end up spending 12 to 24 pounds a month just on razor blades. That is over 87 pounds a year which is more than the cost of a decent electric razor.</p>
<p>So, in the end, purchasing an electric shaver will actually save you money. Blades don&#8217;t need to be replaced nearly as often, electric shavers usually come with a one or two year guarantee and you will have a much more comfortable shave than you would with a manual razor. So, what&#8217;s there to lose? Nothing!</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re worried about an electric shaver not being good for your skin, don&#8217;t worry, there are plenty of <a href="http://bestelectricshaver.me.uk/electric-shavers-for-sensitive-skin/">electric shavers for sensitive skin</a> as well. These special shavers have a very soft touch and when combined with a shaving cream designed for sensitive skin you can rest assured knowing that you will have a comfortable shave. Not to mention you&#8217;ll be able to avoid those unsightly bumps that other shaves may leave behind. </p>
<p>In conclusion, finding and purchasing the best electric shaver for you is actually fairly easily. Be sure to check out reviews of specific electric razors to get an even better idea of which one will be perfect for you. Remember to keep your skin type in mind when choosing one. Almost all brands offer electric shavers for both normal and sensitive skin types. Don&#8217;t forget how much money you will be saving by using an electric shaver, too! Good luck and be sure to select your shaver wisely.</p>
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		<title>Caring Our Olds Ones with Assisted Living Facilities</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2011 19:39:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Old age is often associated with nursing homes and caring facilities. Assisted living facilities are a newer version of these institutions. These are organizations providing assistance for day today activities]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Old age is often associated with nursing homes and caring facilities. Assisted living facilities are a newer version of these institutions. These are organizations providing assistance for day today activities of elder people. It is usually coordinated by health care service providers, monitored by both governmental and non-governmental organizations.</p>
<p>Assisted living facilities are often considered as a good choice for people who are suffering from Alzheimer’s, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease, the conditions which demand extra care. People who need help with things like keeping house, cooking foods, getting into bathroom at night and reaching appointments can also avail from this.  It is a good residential option for people who want to live in group after retirement and with not highly problematic diseases.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.assistedlivingfacilities.net/">Typical services offered by assisted living facilities</a> include daily meals three time, housekeeping, transportation, day and night security, emergency call system, medication management, laundry services, exercise and fitness programs, recreational facilities, access to health services and assistance with bathing, dressing, walking etc. Apart from these, the system also offers excellent individual; caring for the elder ones.</p>
<p>Mostly, the necessity of assistance living is noticed in cases of unusual situations, though their intensity may vary from people to people. Situations like finding refrigerator empty or filled with spoilt food because of difficulty in cooking, frequent wounds and bruises due to illness, messy house, wearing same clothes repeatedly due to difficulty in washing, feelings of depression and loneliness or exhibiting strange behaviors at times are common reasons.</p>
<p>While going for such services, one should take care of various factors. Medical care, cost, comfort offered etc. are needed to be looked in detail. It is generally seen that medical care is not always available in these organizations, but only when needed. The facilities can cost a good amount most of the times, owing to the apartment style lifestyle.</p>
<p>Considering the long term stay, it is necessary to focus on the approach of both the staffs and residents. The legitimacy can be checked by observing the staff. Ensuring factors like whether the staffs spend quality time with the inmates, their ability in handling emergencies, behavior and interaction with the current inmates, is important in this context. The residents should be observed for their happiness, interaction, likeness etc. It should be always remembered that our elder ones are our assets.  </p>
<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a good assisted living centre in your local area, consider <a href="http://www.assistedlivingfacilities.net/georgia.html">assisted living in Georgia</a>. Apparently they have some of the best nursing homes in the US.</p>
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		<title>Arimidex</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2011 19:04:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today we will profiling Arimidex (anastrozole). A very powerful drug that has been used for years to counter estrogen side-effects. The action of this drug has been researched and documented]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.themenshealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/arimidex-327007-300x257.jpg" alt="" title="arimidex-327007" width="300" height="257" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-135" />Today we will  profiling Arimidex (anastrozole). A very powerful drug that has been used for years to counter estrogen side-effects. </p>
<p>The action of this drug has been researched and documented by many authorities in the world of pharmaceutical enhancement.  </p>
<p>Anastrozole is an oral aromatase inhibitor manufactured by the Zeneca Pharmaceuticals and approved for use in the United States in 1995s. It is a prescription drug and this means it is a licensed medicine and you need a written prescription from a medical practitioner in order to obtain one.  It is primarily prescribed for adjutant therapy of postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer. Adjutant therapy is the treatment given in addition to the patient’s primary treatment (surgery with or without radiation) to prevent cancer cells from multiplying.<br />
 Oftentimes, Anastrozole is compared to Nolvadex (tamoxifen nitrate) as these two drugs are purposely for the reduction of estrogenic activity in the body to halt or delay the progression of cancer. However, Anastrozole is reportedly a more effective drug in combating estrogen-related concerns. This is because as an aromatase inhibitor it blocks the aromatase enzyme, thereby preventing the production of estrogen. Nolvadex, on the other hand, only hinders the action and not the production of this hormone. This is why Anastrozole is considered as the second-line defense against breast cancer. When advanced breast cancer has progressed following treatment of Nolvadex, Anastrozole is usually prescribed. In cases of advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women, however, Anastrozole is approved for initial use rather than as a second-line defense.  For those male bodybuilders who use steroids, Anastrozole can be effective drug in combating excess estrogen. It is usually taken with Nolvadex to ensure estrogen-related side effects are avoided. If used with such drugs as Propecia (finasteride), it results to more ideal outcome. With Anastrozole preventing estrogen production and with finasteride preventing testosterone conversion to DHT (dihydrotestosterone), you have an efficient duo in eliminating these hormones’ (estrogen and DHT) undesirable effects, as far as bodybuilding is concerned. Propecia is a specific inhibitor of the 5a-reductase, the enzyme responsible in testosterone conversion to DHT. Propecia reduces the serum concentration of DHT and thereby reduces unwanted androgenic effects like male pattern baldness.<br />
Buy Research Anastrozole Here  If you’re using highly aromatizable steroids, such as testosterone, you can achieve impressive muscle gains with decreased possibility of water retention and gynecomastia if you stack it with Anastrozole and Propecia. The result is a more ripped and defined physique.  It is wrong to think, however, that estrogen and its effects (particularly water and fat retention) are absolutely detrimental to bodybuilding. Remember that this hormone is also responsible for muscle strength and gains. Consequently, it minimizes the occurrence of injury as it improves the ability of muscle fibers to withstand contractile tension or stress. Notice that one of the side effects of Anastrozole use (as mentioned below) is the likely occurrence of fractures, a major drawback of this drug. This is because when Anastrozole effectively blocks the formation of estrogen, it effectively blocks the benefits of this hormone as well. This is why many still decide for estrogen receptor antagonists like Nolvadex and Clomid because these drugs allow some estrogen activity in the body.  Further, aromatase inhibitors like Anastrozole have the tendency to completely suppressed estrogen activity, including its positive effect on cholesterol levels in the body. Anastrozole is known to decrease HDL (high-density lipoprotein), or what is commonly known as the ‘good’ cholesterol.<br />
Buy Research Anastrozole Here  Dosage Daily dosage for males is from 0.5mg to 3mg. For women, a maximum dosage of 1mg per day is enough to combat estrogenic side effects. Because Anastrozole has a short active life, dosages are usually taken two to six times a day at equal intervals. During PCT, athletes normally start with higher dosage then implement a progressive decrease in dosage. The PCT protocol typically runs for seven to 14 days. In clinical studies, it has been observed that a daily dose of 1 mg of this drug results to more than 80% of estrogen suppression.  Drawbacks One of the principal drawbacks of this drug is its high cost. A 28-tablet box could cost around $250-280. Recreational bodybuilders would not opt for this drug despite its effectiveness for the simple fact that it is too costly. To their view, an ancillary drug which is overpriced than their staple bodybuilding drugs (steroids) is simply absurd. This market segment tends to look for cheaper alternatives or for generic anastrozole. A generic tab would cost around $2-2.50. The problem with unpatented drugs, however, is that the consumer is not assured of its quality (purity and hygienic concerns). To get around this problem, you can ask around or do some research before opting for such products.  </p>
<p>For those who are into competitive bodybuilding, however, price is of no concern. They generally go for Anastrozole because it results to more qualitative gains.<br />
In early breast cancer clinical trial, Anastrozole side effects include the following: hot flashes, joint symptoms, weakness, mood changes, pain, sore throat, nausea and vomiting, depression, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, swelling of arms/legs, and headache. Fractures (including fractures of the spine, hip, and wrist) occurred more frequently with this drug than with tamoxifen (10% vs 7%).  Anastrozole is strongly advised against women who are pregnant or likely to get pregnant since this drug might cause fetal harm.</p>
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		<title>Steroids in the military</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 20:48:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[New statistics show that steroids are on the rise in the military &#8211; especially among the army and marines. And with no end in sight for the Middle East conflict,]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.themenshealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/steroid1-290x300.jpg" alt="" title="steroid1" width="290" height="300" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-132" />New statistics show that steroids are on the rise in the military &#8211; especially among the army and marines. And with no end in sight for the Middle East conflict, lots of military are using steroids to get bigger and stronger just so they can survive this brutal war.</p>
<p>Military SteroidsSince 2001, the war in the Middle East has claimed thousands of soldiers’ lives. Unfortunately, with no end in sight for this war, the Middle East conflict will continue to claim lives as our soldiers fight in unfamiliar territory.</p>
<p>This being the case, I’m all for any advantage that soldiers can use to keep themselves alive &#8211; even when it comes to the army and marines using steroids. After all, being bigger, faster and stronger keeps soldiers alive, so why not let the military use steroids to increase their chances of surviving this brutal war?</p>
<p>Of course, not everyone shares my view that soldiers should be able to use steroids to get stronger including many army leaders. This story was revealed in a recent article I read in the Seattle Times, which has been circulating throughout other major media outlets too. In fact, the article even pointed out how the army is wasting time and money trying to root our members of the army and marines who are using steroids.</p>
<p>A Growing Trend</p>
<p>The Seattle Times story I read began by document a case where military soldiers from the 4th Army Battalion, 23rd Infantry were being investigated for illegal steroid use. Apparently, a Seattle detective talked to a solider who narced out the 4th Battalion for using steroids. The detective contacted the Army Criminal Investigative Command so they could follow up on the tip.</p>
<p>The investigators uncovered that several military soldiers in the 4th Battalion were using steroids on a regular basis. The leader of this Army battalion &#8211; Lt. Col. Burton Shields &#8211; didn’t quite believe his men were using roids, and instead suggested that they took dietary supplements with steroids in them. However, this notion was quickly disbanded when 12 military soldiers in the battalion admitted to using steroids (one was an army captain, one was a lieutenant and one was a first sergeant).</p>
<p>What’s shocking is that the military soldiers told investigators they believed over half of the 700 soldiers in the 4th Battalion had used steroids at some point. This is quite a contrast from a 2009 Defense Department study that said only 2.5% of military soldiers were using steroids, which is still a jump from 2006 when 1.5% of military soldiers were juicing.</p>
<p>All in all, it looks like steroid usage is on the rise in the Army&#8230; and for good reason.</p>
<p>A Matter of Life or Death</p>
<p>Out of the 12 military soldiers that were busted for using steroids, most of them said they used anabolics to prepare for combat tours and increase their chance of surviving on these tours. So is this really such a bad thing when you’re lugging around huge backpacks full of equipment and hiking for miles all while people are trying to kill you?</p>
<p>Army SteroidsApparently so according to the Army after they forced the captain to pay forfeiture and remain in his quarters for 30 days. In addition to this, the captain, lieutenant and first sergeant were all kept from going on a campaign in Afghanistan; the other military soldiers were subjected to undisclosed punishments not documented in the Seattle Times article.</p>
<p>Perhaps these punishments are a bit stiff considering many of the missions “require long foot patrols through villages, farm fields and hill country, where loads carried by individual military soldiers could weigh more than 90 pounds,” as referred to by the article.</p>
<p>One soldier who was hassled by Army investigators about his steroid usage said, “I wanted to get stronger. I knew we were deploying. We had this road march through the woods, and I almost fell out, and they had to take my weapon &#8230; I wanted to make sure that didn&#8217;t happen over there.”</p>
<p>Another solider who was interviewed by the Seattle Times told the paper that several military soldiers in his battalion were juicing, and he would’ve used anabolics too, but he forgot his steroids back home. However, he began using them again when he got back and said, “While I was doing them, I doubled in size.” When asked if he regretted taking steroids, the solider said, “There is a broad spectrum of things that could kill you in a war zone. You need to be aggressive and quick. I would do them again in a heartbeat.”</p>
<p>Seeing as how most military soldiers feel roids are quite useful, it’s no surprise that people are turning a blind eye to Army steroid usage.</p>
<p>No Secret</p>
<p>As the Seattle Times story pointed out, steroid use during the Middle East wars isn’t much of a secret to those stationed overseas. In fact, one solider named Seth Manzel, who served in Iraq, told the paper, “No one really hid this. I walked into a squad leader&#8217;s room one time, and he was with another soldier who had his pants down around his ankle. He had a needle and was injecting that soldier.”</p>
<p>Manzel went on to add, “If a captain sees his soldiers getting stronger at a quicker rate, that&#8217;s not necessarily a bad thing.” He also documented how several people in his platoon bought steroids from American contractors and used needles from medics to inject their anabolics.</p>
<p>Even military soldiers who wanted to keep their steroid usage hidden had little trouble doing so. One person had the steroids sent to him through the mail in lotion packets. So with both open and disclosed steroid usage going on in the Army, will the federal government waste money by doing more steroid tests? Let’s take a look&#8230;</p>
<p>Money Saved</p>
<p>While many military soldiers and even some of their superiors don’t see a big problem with using steroids to pack on muscle for campaigns, others aren’t so understanding. Army Vice Chief of Staff Peter Chiarelli told the Seattle Times, “The use of steroids is a short-term gain for long-term problems that individuals are going to have, and we cannot tolerate them in any way, shape or form.&#8221;</p>
<p>Fortunately, the tough stance by Chiarelli and others on steroids hasn’t resulted in much actual steroid testing. Chiarelli said that only 300 military soldiers have been tested for steroids since 2008, which pales in comparison to the 450,000 soldiers who’ve been tested for cocaine, marijuana and heroin.</p>
<p>At a time when many high schools and colleges are revamping their efforts to catch a few juicers here or there, I’m thankful that the military isn’t worried about steroid testing. It’s an obvious waste of money as evidenced by the costs ($240 to $365) associated with testing for anabolic steroids. On the other hand, testing for other drugs can be as low as $8, which isn’t going to rack up nearly as large of a bill.</p>
<p>Is Army Steroid Usage Really an Issue?</p>
<p>I thoroughly enjoyed reading the Seattle Times article, and I’m glad that it didn’t take the opportunity to bash steroids with all sorts of non-educated quips and myths used by other writers. However, I’m still thinking about one thing: should juicing in the Army really be made into a big deal?</p>
<p>I think there’s bigger issues at hand regarding the Army such as when our troops will be home. After all, the Middle East conflict has been going on for over 9 years now and if we wait much longer, it will be as long and drawn out as Vietnam.</p>
<p>Furthermore, it just doesn’t make sense for military soldiers to be barred from using steroids when they’re in a career where their life is at stake. Honestly, if a soldier can make it from Point A to Point B two seconds faster because of steroid use, this could be the difference between living and dying.</p>
<p>We’re taking something that’s been demonized in society because athletes can get an edge, and trying to deny military soldiers the freedom to juice. All I can say is that I hope steroid use in the Army and Marines doesn’t blow up into a bigger issue than where it’s at now.</p>
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		<title>Tips for saving calories at restaurants</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 02:42:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nothing is harder than staying lean when your health and welfare is at the hands of a series of short-order cooks and Hell&#8217;s Kitchen wannabes. Your taste buds are their]]></description>
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Nothing is harder than staying lean when your health and welfare is at the hands of a series of short-order cooks and Hell&#8217;s Kitchen wannabes. Your taste buds are their concern; your health isn&#8217;t. But that doesn&#8217;t mean that to stay slim, you have to be a culinary wallflower. Here are some secrets for eating healthfully even when a stranger is doing the cooking.</p>
<p><strong>Skip the bread&#8230;</strong><br />
A study published in Physiology &amp; Behavior showed that people who ate a protein-heavy appetizer consumed an average of 16 percent fewer calories in their entrées than those who raided the bread basket. Pass on the rolls and ask for a shrimp cocktail instead.</p>
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Pass on the Booze&#8230;</strong><br />
Because your body sees alcohol as a toxin, it works to burn those calories first—meaning that the calories in the food you eat alongside the booze are more likely to be stored as fat. And liquor makes you eat quicker, too. When researchers in the Netherlands gave people a pre-meal treat of booze, food, water, or nothing, those who got the booze ate an average of 192 extra calories.</p>
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Skip the Combo meals&#8230;</strong><br />
At every fast-food restaurant, as soon as you decide on an entrée, you&#8217;ll be asked some variation of this question: &#8220;Would you like to make it a combo meal?&#8221; Of course, you&#8217;re tempted—who can pass up a bargain? But when you upgrade, you&#8217;re just paying a little more money for a lot more calories—that&#8217;s like giving the garbage man a tip to bring more trash to your house! People who take the upsell spend an average of 17 percent more money and receive an average of 55 percent more calories. You don&#8217;t want them!</p>
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		<title>Never Skip a Meal or Snacks</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 02:37:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Not eating can mess with your body&#8217;s ability to control your appetite. But it also destroys willpower, which is just as damaging. &#8220;Regulating yourself is a brain activity, and your]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-118" title="meals" src="http://www.themenshealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/iStock_000014411010XSmall.jpg" alt="" width="283" height="424" />Not eating can mess with your body&#8217;s ability to control your appetite. But it also destroys willpower, which is just as damaging. &#8220;Regulating yourself is a brain activity, and your brain runs on glucose,&#8221; says Martin Ginis. If you skip breakfast or a healthy snack, your brain doesn&#8217;t have the energy to say no to the inevitable chowfest.</p>
<p>So skipping a feed helps turn us into gluttons at night. Your starving brain &#8220;just doesn&#8217;t have the fuel it needs to keep you on track, monitoring your diet.&#8221;</p>
<p>Break it: This one&#8217;s easy. Spread your calories out into three meals of about 500 calories each, and two snacks of 100 to 200 calories each, says Liz Applegate, Ph.D., director of sports nutrition at the University of California at Davis. Most men who are trying to lose weight still need at least 1,800 to 2,200 calories a day, says Applegate. More important, change your mindset, she says. Think I&#8217;m going to start a new routine, not I&#8217;m going to restrict myself. Restriction leads to overeating.</p>
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		<title>Break thru your Your Gain Plateaues</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 02:34:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Training to failure slows your results, say Spanish researchers. They found that lifters who performed each set of a workout until they couldn&#8217;t complete a repetition had smaller gains in]]></description>
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Training to failure slows your results, say Spanish researchers. They found that lifters who performed each set of a workout until they couldn&#8217;t complete a repetition had smaller gains in strength than those who left a bit in reserve. End each set when your lifting pace starts to slow, suggests Men&#8217;s Health fitness advisor Mike Robertson, C.S.C.S.</p>
<p>Why it works: As your muscles fatigue, they use fewer fast-twitch fibers, which have the greatest potential for size and strength gains. Using a weight that allows you to finish all of your repetitions will focus your training where it counts the most—on those fast-twitch fibers.</p>
<p>Read more: http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/lift-smarter/gains-plateaued.php#ixzz1CZnPEVR9</p>
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		<title>Need to add more size to your legs?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 02:31:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fix It with Partial Reps&#8230; Set up a box about 2 inches behind your body. As you squat back, sit on the box so your upper thighs are parallel to]]></description>
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<p>Set up a box about 2 inches behind your body. As you squat back, sit on the box so your upper thighs are parallel to the floor. Then stand back up. Complete 1 to 3 sets of only 1 to 3 reps each. As you become stronger, use higher boxes and add weight, which creates more tension.</p>
<p>Why it works: The box removes all momentum where the lift is most challenging, which forces your muscles to work harder to start back up. And by limiting your range of motion, you learn to handle heavier loads.</p>
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