Do you realize health is sometimes a gathering tinggy? When we meet someone, it could be a friend or a colleague, one of the topic could just be about health.
During that conversation, we might discuss about the effects of modern medicine right to traditional ways of doing things. Like yesterday when I was having lunch, this guy was telling me all the medication that he has been taking to combat his diabetes and then he also gave me advice on the traditional leaves that can help as well.
During that conversation it striked me that normally we Malaysian then to have incomplete information on something. Well me have some knowledge about health & fitness, but sometimes we still don't know enough. This could probably due to lack of awareness on the subject or that we make a conclusion too fast early on.
I know that we are creatures of certainty and therefore we need to get answers to the questions that lingers in our minds however there is also something call development, that is taking time to really understand the cost and effect of ones lifestyle and not finding a quick fix method to all the problems. The challenge is that if you get the right answer, then it's fine, what if your answers are wrong and you use them to make decisions about your health? No wonder we have problems along the way.
My suggestion would be that take time to develop yourself and just don't be thinking about quick fix approaches on everything.
The next question then would be, are you health savvy?
Get Moving!
Friday, 17 February 2012
Thursday, 2 February 2012
BMV- your common sense guide
We humans are creatures of certainty. We want as much certainty in our lives that sometimes we just loose the ability to make sound decisions thru common sense.
It's simple to make decisions thru common sense. Generally it's based on logic.
Here is a logic and good common sense guide for you to maintain your weight and stay healthy.
There are 3 parts to it. Summed up as BMV. B for BALANCE, M for MODERATE, and V for VARIETY.
When making a choice, look for ways of making it balance. Balance between carbs, protein and fat or balance between meat and vegetables.
Also, go moderate on it as well. Don't overeat or over consume any food groups. If you think you have had to much for noon, think of going less for dinner.
Finally, having the same thing over and over again can bore you so think of having variety of foods. Having different options makes living more fun.
So next time you need common sense, use BMV.
Get Moving!
It's simple to make decisions thru common sense. Generally it's based on logic.
Here is a logic and good common sense guide for you to maintain your weight and stay healthy.
There are 3 parts to it. Summed up as BMV. B for BALANCE, M for MODERATE, and V for VARIETY.
When making a choice, look for ways of making it balance. Balance between carbs, protein and fat or balance between meat and vegetables.
Also, go moderate on it as well. Don't overeat or over consume any food groups. If you think you have had to much for noon, think of going less for dinner.
Finally, having the same thing over and over again can bore you so think of having variety of foods. Having different options makes living more fun.
So next time you need common sense, use BMV.
Get Moving!
Sunday, 29 January 2012
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:))
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:))
Saturday, 28 January 2012
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!
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!
Wednesday, 25 January 2012
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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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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Sunday, 15 January 2012
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.
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.
Thursday, 12 January 2012
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?
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?
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