Get Rid of That Old Crap Already

This isn't the prettiest or most pleasant subject around, but colon cleansing is one thing to consider if you want to live a long and healthy life. Of course, the best way to have a clean and healthy colon is to eat right in the first place (lots of fiber, little or no red meat/dairy/sugar/processed foods).

There are countless pills, powders, and other products on the market that claim to effectively clean out your colon for you. It can be quite confusing, and some substances definitely work better than others. One popular cleanser is psyllium husks -- get the whole disgusting story here:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/20367/colon_cleanse_psyllium_husk_for_detoxification.html.

Hormones are those powerful chemical messengers that our bodies produce that tell our cells what to do. They are also responsible for regulating every organ and major body system. Hormones affect everything from your ability to fall asleep to your mood, thinking ability, cholesterol level, response to stress, and the speed at which you age.

As we age, hormone levels decline, creating a severe hormone imbalance that may contribute to many of the diseases associated with aging including depression, osteoporosis, coronary artery disease, and loss of libido.

Women are especially vulnerable to decreasing hormonal levels as they age, becoming at risk for heart disease, Alzheimer's, and osteoporosis. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to prevent these problems:

http://www.womenshealth.com/hormones_aging.html

How Quick Should You Fast?

Fasting has a long history in several of the world's major religions as a spiritual practice. But does it improve your health? There is controversy about this in mainstream scientific circles, although many alternative healers swear by the benefits of careful and controlled fasting.

Some of the benefits include rapid weight loss without hunger pangs, detoxifying the body, and giving the digestive system a rest.

Here are some more benefits, as well as some links for further reading about fasting:

http://cinque.getwebspace.com/facts.html

The Most Effective Exercises for Burning Off Those Love Handles

For best results in getting yourself fit, a combination of aerobic and resistance training is the most effective.

Aerobic exercise increases the strength and effectiveness of your heart and lungs, while resistance training (weight-lifting and similar exercise) is what builds, tones, and firms your muscles.

There are so many options to choose from these days, that everyone should be able to find at least one or two things they enjoy doing. Read the rest of the story:

http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Best-Exercise-for-Weight-Loss?&id=35405