Hypercaloriesm

We know that knowledge in diet and nutrition assists us to make sound decision when choosing our meal however at times what is presented can also be a factor.
When there is just too much food around, which predominantly are from fat and sugar, it's a situation called hypercaloriesm.
When you go to a place which is under the influence of hypercaloriesm, chances are you will tend to over consume your calories, consume foods that are deep fried which have large amount of saturated and trans fatty acid. It also probably has got foods that are high in sugar.
Places that maybe in this category are fast food restaurants, cafes and areas that don't serve healthy meals.
So, say No to hypercaloriesm:))

HUKM follows healthy guidelines from KKM

Recently I went for a workshop at Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, which is located in Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras.
Like any other workshop, break times are important cause that's when many would meet their gastrointestinal needs. So as I went to get a hot cup of coffee I stopped and decided not to cause of past bad experiences of drinks that were too sweet. However there was no other choice available so I decided to just take half a cup.
As I took a sip to taste it, to my surprise it was less in sugar. I don't know about the rest of the participants however for me it was fantastic.
I was so glad it was less in sugar that I decided to add another half cup to meet my requirement of having 1 cup of coffee for my break.
This is definitely a great move.
Well done HUKM:)

Get Moving!

Roti canai + teh tarik after exercise

I notice very often that many reward their exercise with roti canai and teh tarik. There is a sense of joy and fulfillment which comes along with the satisfaction of working out and having something nice for a meal.
So, is there anything that might be wrong with this? Firstly, there is also another side to this. If your weight, cholesterol and fat levels are fine, therefore this habit will not harm you. If your results are not, then something is just not right.
What could possibly be wrong with this habit??? Well what we don't realize is that the absorption rate of the stomach and intestines are significantly higher after a workout. It means whatever you eat, alot of the nutrients will be absorbed compared to other times like breakfast, lunch or at dinner. So, when we eat something which is higher in fat or sugar, more if it will be absorbed and stored in our body. When more sugar and fat is absorbed, more will be stored. When more is stored, more work to remove it.
If you are on a plan to lose weight, you will realize your progress seem to be slowing down and that's a nightmare actually.
Well, I think this is only the beginning cause i've seen people ordering up to 2 roti canai at times. God bless them!
So going back to the question, is there something wrong with this habit? Well, you know the answer.

Get Moving!

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You are where you eat.

Where do you go for breakfast, lunch or dinner? Is it at the nearest mamak stall or at the fast food restaurant? Did it occurred to you that where you eat actually effects your health, well being and your weight.
The quality of your health is dependent on the quality of the food, that is how much nutrient it contains. The quality of the food is dependent on the quality of the place. So, where you eat will eventually effect your health, fitness & especially your weight.
Studies have shown that eating out itself adds on the calories, what more eating out at places with unhealthy choices.
Well, the reason for this is found to be due to the lack of awareness to creatively modify or mix & match the choices that is presented.
So, the next time you make a choice of the place you going to have your meal, know that it will eventually effect you.

No to exercise

From my experience conducting weight management classes, I've come across individuals who just refuse to exercise. They look like they just hate exercise.
I wonder why do they feel that way? Probably they had some bad experience? But then how bad could exercise be? Well of course you have to do something while exercising and we just can't expect to just sit down and the weight will automatically shed away.
Here are probably some of the reasons why someone would say no to exercise:
1. Instant gratification-impatient and expecting to see results immediately,
2. Difference in priority-prefer to do something else than exercise, to some it might extend to laziness,
3. Time management-just don't have the time or can't seem to find the time.
So, do you say no to exercise to?

Being Malaysian.

We love to eat. We love to build relationship. And we love to build relationship while eating.
To do so, many of us tend to eat late at night. Well, sometimes we don't have a choice, probably cause that's the only time we have.
I think to overcome this dilemma, one needs to ask themselves, what is their priority? Is health the priority? Or is eating at night or building relationship or sometimes could be rephrased as hanging out?
Your priority will govern your values, your values will govern your behavior and your behavior will govern the results you get in your life.
So, shall we meet up tomorrow night?

Claims

I'm sure you have come across so many claims. E.g rub some cream and lose 1 inch from your waist instantly. Well my suggestion would be for you to do the following
1. Look for information
2. Ask the expert
3. Get a 2nd opinion.

Now, check out this claim. Warming up and cooling down will add extra years to your health.

Well, I'm not sure if it can add extra years to your health but I'm sure warming up and cooling down will prevent you from having injuries by improving your flexibility. Increase in flexibility will give you better joint health.
Well, when the next time you come across a claim you know what to do.