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HUMANS HEALTH
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The human brain is one of the largest and most complex organs in the human body. It is made up of nerves that communicate in trillions of connections called synapses. Once the brain of an individual fails, there is only about a slight chance of a miracle before that person can survive, that is why you should take care of your brain all times because it contains life. In as much as the heart is important to pump blood, the brain is more important to the body too.
Now in this article I will be showing you 6 dangerous habits and activities we engage into that slowly damage our brain;
6. Playing Loud Music with Earphones or Headphones Can Cause Loss of Memory;
Some people are found of listening to music at a very high volume, they will increase the volume to the highest while the song is on, it is totally wrong. Listening to music at a very high volume with your earphones or headphones might damage your hearing abilities permanently. It can result in some brain problems such as loss of memory and damage to your brain tissue in the coming future. This is because brain is the one, which takes efforts to comprehend what is being said around you. If you apply excess pressure on your brain, it’s sure to get damaged.
5. Smoking of Cigarettes
Research have proven that smoking does not only cause liver or lung damage it also affects the brain. Cigarettes contain addictive nicotine which causes the brain to shrink. Brain shrinkage is caused as a result of smoking and excessive intake of nicotine. That is to say if you are addicted to smoking, you are putting your brain in grave danger.
4. Excessive Sugar Consumption;
Excessive intake of sugar for a long period disturbs our body’s capacity to absorb proteins and nutrients. This result in a condition called malnutrition, which deters brain’s growth. It happens because our body lacks adequate nutrients in the blood, and hence, it does not deliver enough nutrients to our brain, which in turn, deters its development. The brain requires high level of nutrients to function properly.
3. Staying in Poorly Ventilated Area
The brain requires high level of oxygen to function. According to research four minutes seizure of oxygen to the brain leads to death immediately. So staying in a poorly Ventilated area for a long period of time can affect the functionality of the brain.
2. Inadequate Water Intake;
As we all know that 80% of the brain is water. Brain needs enough water to think faster and focus better. So, it’s very important that you stay hydrated all the time. Drinking plenty of water will benefit both your body and brain to function better. Some people don't like drinking water, they only drink water when they are thirsty, it is scientifically wrong! You drink water at all time not only when you feel dehydrated or thirsty why because all metabolic activities in the body is controlled by water; so the brain needs more water.
1. Inadequate Sleeping and Excessive Thinking;
Several researches have revealed that the brain purifies itself of toxins only during the deep sleep cycle. Lack of sleep can cause the death of brain cells, which can lead to impaired memory and reduced abilities. Some people over work their brain during the day and at last get few sleep, it is totally wrong; after the day's activity, you ought to give time to rest adequately to all your brain relax and function better.
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How To Lose Weight Fast: 3 Simple Steps, Based On Science
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Evidence BasedHow to Lose Weight Fast: 3 Simple Steps, Based on Science
Written by Kris Gunnars, BSc on March 5, 2020 — Medically reviewed by Atli Arnarson BSc, PhD
There are many ways to lose a lot of weight fast.
That said, many diet plans leave you feeling hungry or unsatisfied. These are major reasons why you might find it hard to stick to a diet.
However, not all diets have this effect. Low carb diets are effective for weight loss and may be easier to stick to than other diets.
Here’s a 3-step weight loss plan that employs a low carb diet and aims to:
The most important part is to cut back on sugars and starches, or carbohydrates.
When you do that, your hunger levels go down, and you generally end up eating significantly fewer calories (1).
Instead of burning carbs for energy, your body now starts burning stored fat for energy.
Another benefit of cutting carbs is that it lowers insulin levels, causing the kidneys to shed excess sodium and water. This reduces bloating and unnecessary water weight (2, 3Trusted Source).
According to some dietitians, it’s not uncommon to lose up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) — sometimes more — in the first week of eating this way. This weight loss includes both body fat and water weight.
One study in healthy women with obesity reported that a very low carb diet was more effective than a low fat diet for short-term weight loss (4Trusted Source).
Research suggests that a low carb diet can reduce appetite, which may lead you to eat fewer calories without thinking about it or feeling hungry (5).
Put simply, reducing carbs can lead to quick, easy weight loss.
Each one of your meals should include a protein source, fat source, and low carb vegetables.
As a general rule, try eating two to three meals per day. If you find yourself hungry in the afternoon, add a fourth meal.
Constructing your meals in this way should bring your carb intake down to around 20–50 grams per day.
To see how you can assemble your meals, check out this low carb meal plan and list of 101 healthy low carb recipes.
Protein
Eating plenty of protein is an essential part of this plan.
Evidence suggests that eating lots of protein may boost calorie expenditure by 80–100 calories per day (6Trusted Source, 7Trusted Source, 8Trusted Source).
High protein diets can also reduce cravings and obsessive thoughts about food by 60%, reduce the desire to snack late at night by half, and make you feel full. In one study, people on a higher protein diet ate 441 fewer calories per day (9Trusted Source, 10Trusted Source).
When it comes to losing weight, protein is a crucial nutrient to think about.
Healthy protein sources include:
Low carb vegetables
Don’t be afraid to load your plate with low carb vegetables. They are packed with nutrients and you can eat very large amounts without going over 20–50 net carbs per day.
A diet based mostly on lean protein sources and vegetables contains all the fiber, vitamins, and minerals you need to be healthy.
Many vegetables are low in carbs, including:
See a full list of low carb vegetables here.
Healthy fats
Don’t be afraid of eating fats. Trying to do low carb and low fat at the same time can make sticking to the diet very difficult.
Sources of healthy fats include:
You don’t need to exercise to lose weight on this plan, but it will have extra benefits.
By lifting weights, you will burn lots of calories and prevent your metabolism from slowing down, which is a common side effect of losing weight (11, 12Trusted Source).
Studies on low carb diets show that you can gain a bit of muscle while losing significant amounts of body fat (13).
Try going to the gym three to four times a week to lift weights. If you’re new to the gym, ask a trainer for some advice.
If lifting weights is not an option for you, doing some cardio workouts like walking, jogging, running, cycling, or swimming will suffice. Both cardio and weightlifting can help with weight loss.
SUMMARYResistance training, such as weight lifting, may be the best option. If that’s not possible, cardio workouts are also effective.
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If you need to, you can take one day off per week where you eat more carbs. Many people choose to do this on Saturday.
It’s important to stick to healthy carb sources like oats, rice, quinoa, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and fruit. If you must have a cheat meal and eat something unhealthy, do it on this day.
Limit this to one higher carb day per week. If you aren’t reducing carbs enough, you might not experience weight loss.
You might gain some water weight during your refeed day, and you will generally lose it again in the next 1–2 days.
SUMMARYHaving one day each week where you eat more carbs is acceptable, although not necessary.
It’s not necessary to count calories as long as you keep your carb intake very low and stick to protein, fat, and low carb vegetables.
However, if you want to count them, you can use a free online calculator like this one.
Enter your sex, weight, height, and activity levels. The calculator will tell you how many calories to eat per day to maintain your weight, lose weight, or lose weight fast.
You can also download free, easy-to-use calorie counters from websites and app stores. Here is a list of 5 calorie counters to try.
SUMMARYIt’s not necessary to count calories to lose weight on this plan. It’s most important to strictly keep your carbs in the 20–50-gram range.
Here are 10 more tips to lose weight faster:
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