What’s the Point? To begin, we should discuss why hair is present on the body before discussing how to remove it. Body hair provides warmth and helps to reduce friction. It protects against sun and wind damage, and in certain places (like the nose) it acts as a gatekeeper to ward off bacteria and dirt. According to Encyclopedia Britannica, our hair grows by half an inch every … [Read more...]
The Best Leg Exercises For Size And Strength
Hamstring Anatomy Your hamstrings are made up of three different muscles that work together to flex your knee and extend your hip. The muscles in this group are the biceps femoris, semimembranosus, and semitendinosus. They extend from the lower portion of the hip bones to just below the knee on the back of the leg. The biceps femoris muscle runs down the lateral side of the … [Read more...]
Tips To Help You Melt Fat Like Butter
About Obesity There is an increasing number of Australians who are overweight or obese. Too much body fat is a problem for 75% of men and 60% of women. 25% of children are also obese or overweight. The rate of obesity is increasing, which means that the rate of obesity-related disorders (such as coronary heart disease and diabetes) is also increasing. No magic weight loss … [Read more...]
The Best Biceps Workout Exercises for Building Muscle
Why Work Your Back and Biceps Together? The biceps are the secondary or tertiary muscle group that is worked when doing any type of row, pulldown, or pullup. According to the text, it is more efficient to work the biceps in conjunction with compound lifts that involve more than one joint, as opposed to biceps exercises where only the elbow flexes. Rowing or pulldown … [Read more...]
How to Stimulate the Vagus Nerve
What Is the Vagus Nerve? The vagus nerve starts at the brain stem, made up of the right and left vagus nerves. The IV then goes through the body, touching the vital organs, and ends in the gut. The vagus nerve is responsible for communication between the brain and the gastrointestinal tract. The vagus nerve is responsible for transmitting information between the organs and the … [Read more...]
The Amazing Uses for Diatomaceous Earth in the Home
What Is Diatomaceous Earth, Anyway? DE is a white powder that comes from diatom fossils. Diatoms are a type of algae that is found in river beds and lake beds. The diatoms have a very hard shell made of silica that is shaped like a tube. When dry, Diatomaceous Earth appears very fine and soft to the naked eye but microscopically it has some very unique qualities: High Silica … [Read more...]
Settling the Great Grain Debate
Quick: How do you feel about grains? Do they provide the body with essential nutrients that are necessary for good health? Are carbs and toxins really evil? Do they make you fat and slowly kill you? There are two groups of people here. The first group consists of vegans, vegetarians, and macrobiotic dieters, who eat a lot of whole grains. Some people believe that … [Read more...]
The Benefits of Marine Phytoplankton
Phytoplankton supplements made from certain oceanic phytoplankton species are valuable food sources for humans and aquatic sea life. The liquid is easy to absorb and assimilate and provides a quick influx of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, superoxide dismutase, and many carotenoid antioxidants. Some types of phytoplankton, especially those in the … [Read more...]
The 12 Best Chest Exercises for Bigger, Stronger Pecs
Chest training is a highlight in most lifters’ routines. Some people look forward to the day they can lift heavy weights on the bench press, while others find that they get a better pump with more immediate, though temporary, results. The type of exercise you choose can have a major impact on your results, especially when you're working on your chest. There are many myths about how … [Read more...]
The 12 Best Upper Body Pulling Exercises
The back muscles have different roles, so you will miss certain parts if you only do one or two exercises. The following exercises are the best for pulling and working the upper back. 1. One-armed push-up variation (both sides) Doing a one-armed push-up is a way to show off and is a difficult move to start with. Start on your knees, with hands placed on the mat … [Read more...]