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Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Slyr0x: 2:53pm On Mar 27, 2013
March is National Nutrition Month! So what does nutrition have to do with physical therapy? For starters, with downtime spent in rest and healing, calorie needs are lower for most people recovering from an injury. Not only are you less active when you’re recovering from an injury or dealing with pain; but with less to do, it’s especially tempting to snack on less nutritious foods.

How can you keep a healthy balance of rest and recovery, while taking in the nutrients you need to heal? Well, we can tell you what not to do. Here are six common mistakes that could be sabotaging your chance for a healthy recovery (and your chance for a healthy life in general).

MISTAKE # 1: Skipping Breakfast

Even if you aren’t hungry, a healthy breakfast is essential to recovery and overall health. Not only does a good breakfast start your metabolism early in the day, studies have shown that a breakfast high in fiber and carbohydrates can help you feel more energized throughout the day.


MISTAKE # 2: Following the Three-Meals-a-Day Policy

You heard that right. Don’t eat three meals a day. Instead, try to eat 5-6 “mini-meals” to prevent excessive hunger and overeating. This is especially helpful if your recovery leaves you with a lot of time on your hands. Eating five or six mini-meals gives you more to do throughout the day and it can help you avoid constant snacking. Have a good source of protein at all meals (eggs, lean meats, beans or legumes, peanut butter, tofu or low fat cheese) and a complex carbohydrate (high fiber cereal, whole grain toast, or fruit) along with plenty of vegetables.

MISTAKE # 3: Depriving Yourself of Snacks

Yes, I know, we just talked about avoiding constant snacking. But if you’re intentional in your meal planning, you can make snacking a part of your healthy recovery routine. Just use several of your mini-meals as “snack times” and take advantage of some delicious substitutes for traditional unhealthy snacks. Try these, as a start:

Instead of Crackers, Try a handful of nuts
Instead of chips and dip, Try toasted pita chips and hummus
Instead of a candy bar, Try a bowl of fruit
Instead of soda, Try a real fruit juice

If you find yourself wanting to snack even between your mini-meals, try sugarless gum or sugar free mints. They can be a good way to keep your mouth busy without consuming calories. Brushing your teeth is another way to make snacking less pleasurable.

MISTAKE # 4 Choosing Refined Foods Over Whole Foods

Not all rice (or bread or potatoes or cereal or even sugar) is created equal. White rice, white bread, white potatoes, white pasta, sugary or low fiber cereals, juice, Kool Aid or boxed drinks, soft drinks, and refined sugar are all examples of unhealthy nutrition choices. However, most of these foods have healthy alternatives. You can find whole grain bread and pasta in any grocery store, along with brown and/or wild rice. You only have to spend ten seconds in the cereal aisle to see that there are plenty of healthy options to replace your Fruit Loops. Even refined white sugar has a healthy alternative – raw sugar. Avoid refined foods as much as possible and look for raw or whole food alternatives to keep your body healthy and on the road to recovery.

MISTAKE # 5: Ignoring Your Body’s Sleep Needs

We’ve all heard the magic number – eight hours. But that’s not necessarily the magic number for everyone. According to Dr. Christopher Winter, medical director of the Martha Jefferson Hospital Sleep Medicine Center in Charlottesville, VA, individual sleep needs vary greatly.2 Dr. Winter suggests paying attention to your daily routine to discover if you’re getting not enough (or too much) sleep. For instance, if you often wake up before your alarm goes off, you may be getting more sleep than you need. If you have a hard time staying awake during the day, you’re probably not getting enough.

When you’re recovering from an injury, you may have more difficulty maintaining a healthy sleep routine. If you are unable to take part in your normal activities, you may be tempted to fill that time by napping. However, be careful not to oversaturate your body with sleep. Following a healthy sleep routine that fits your individual needs can result in a healthy metabolism, good health and more rapid healing.

MISTAKE # 6: Leaving Your Doctor Out of the Loop

Your doctor can be one of your best resources for staying healthy while recovering from an injury. Not only is your doctor familiar with your injury and with your recovery process so far, he or she also knows your general medical history and understands any medical conditions you might have that could alter your nutritional or health needs. Communication with your doctor is especially important if you plan to make any major changes in your diet.

Above all, remember to give yourself time. When you’re recovering from an injury, the days can feel like weeks and the weeks like years. But if you’re willing to wait it out, and take of yourself in the meantime…well, let’s just say, your body will thank you.

Source : http://www.ynaija.com/6-health-mistakes-you-didnt-know-you-were-making/

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Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Nobody: 3:14pm On Mar 27, 2013
@op, re u saying someone would neva die if this Ur 6steps re taking.



#6, what if doctor dey sick who him go meet?

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Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by pekelepekele(m): 3:15pm On Mar 27, 2013
really?
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by ayGodsdelight(m): 3:16pm On Mar 27, 2013
among top 5
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by crusufixo(m): 3:18pm On Mar 27, 2013
@ Slyr0x, that point number 2 cannot work in nigeria ooooh !!!!.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by skibochi(m): 3:19pm On Mar 27, 2013
Guy (op)......nice write up but all these one na oyibo jargons abeg!! wetin be Tofu for hia in Nigeria kwanu??

INSTEAD OF TRY…
chips and dip toasted pita chips and hummus ?

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Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by bikerboy1(m): 3:24pm On Mar 27, 2013
Kenikor-kenikor
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Okijajuju1(m): 3:25pm On Mar 27, 2013
ighoosagie: @op, re u saying someone would neva die if this Ur 6steps re taking.



#6, what if doctor dey sick who him go meet?

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Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Egbagirl(f): 3:27pm On Mar 27, 2013
skibochi: Guy (op)......nice write up but all these one na oyibo jargons abeg!! wetin be Tofu for hia in Nigeria kwanu??

INSTEAD OF TRY…
chips and dip toasted pita chips and hummus ?

Hahahahha pita chips and hummus! Lol. Guess ynaija forgot to adjust the article to fit naija.

And @Griffint, water is most def essential. The article is def not comprehensive enough. That's what happens when you have 1000 "5 ways to eat healthy/28 things you should/shouldnt do" articles floating around.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Nobody: 3:31pm On Mar 27, 2013
One thing we're missing is sleep, many things are pursuing the small time we have to sleep.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by miccheck57: 3:31pm On Mar 27, 2013
Not piping marijuana when young... By now plenty of inspirations would av been knocking on my door.... Oh, how I wish I did from 2yrs of age....
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by skyone(m): 3:32pm On Mar 27, 2013
Slyr0x: March is National Nutrition Month! So what does nutrition have to do with physical therapy? For starters, with downtime spent in rest and healing, calorie needs are lower for most people recovering from an injury. Not only are you less active when you’re recovering from an injury or dealing with pain; but with less to do, it’s especially tempting to snack on less nutritious foods.

How can you keep a healthy balance of rest and recovery, while taking in the nutrients you need to heal? Well, we can tell you what not to do. Here are six common mistakes that could be sabotaging your chance for a healthy recovery (and your chance for a healthy life in general).

MISTAKE # 1: Skipping Breakfast

Even if you aren’t hungry, a healthy breakfast is essential to recovery and overall health. Not only does a good breakfast start your metabolism early in the day, studies have shown that a breakfast high in fiber and carbohydrates can help you feel more energized throughout the day.


MISTAKE # 2: Following the Three-Meals-a-Day Policy

You heard that right. Don’t eat three meals a day. Instead, try to eat 5-6 “mini-meals” to prevent excessive hunger and overeating. This is especially helpful if your recovery leaves you with a lot of time on your hands. Eating five or six mini-meals gives you more to do throughout the day and it can help you avoid constant snacking. Have a good source of protein at all meals (eggs, lean meats, beans or legumes, peanut butter, tofu or low fat cheese) and a complex carbohydrate (high fiber cereal, whole grain toast, or fruit) along with plenty of vegetables.

MISTAKE # 3: Depriving Yourself of Snacks

Yes, I know, we just talked about avoiding constant snacking. But if you’re intentional in your meal planning, you can make snacking a part of your healthy recovery routine. Just use several of your mini-meals as “snack times” and take advantage of some delicious substitutes for traditional unhealthy snacks. Try these, as a start:

Instead of Crackers, Try a handful of nuts
Instead of chips and dip, Try toasted pita chips and hummus
Instead of a candy bar, Try a bowl of fruit
Instead of soda, Try a real fruit juice

If you find yourself wanting to snack even between your mini-meals, try sugarless gum or sugar free mints. They can be a good way to keep your mouth busy without consuming calories. Brushing your teeth is another way to make snacking less pleasurable.

MISTAKE # 4 Choosing Refined Foods Over Whole Foods

Not all rice (or bread or potatoes or cereal or even sugar) is created equal. White rice, white bread, white potatoes, white pasta, sugary or low fiber cereals, juice, Kool Aid or boxed drinks, soft drinks, and refined sugar are all examples of unhealthy nutrition choices. However, most of these foods have healthy alternatives. You can find whole grain bread and pasta in any grocery store, along with brown and/or wild rice. You only have to spend ten seconds in the cereal aisle to see that there are plenty of healthy options to replace your Fruit Loops. Even refined white sugar has a healthy alternative – raw sugar. Avoid refined foods as much as possible and look for raw or whole food alternatives to keep your body healthy and on the road to recovery.

MISTAKE # 5: Ignoring Your Body’s Sleep Needs

We’ve all heard the magic number – eight hours. But that’s not necessarily the magic number for everyone. According to Dr. Christopher Winter, medical director of the Martha Jefferson Hospital Sleep Medicine Center in Charlottesville, VA, individual sleep needs vary greatly.2 Dr. Winter suggests paying attention to your daily routine to discover if you’re getting not enough (or too much) sleep. For instance, if you often wake up before your alarm goes off, you may be getting more sleep than you need. If you have a hard time staying awake during the day, you’re probably not getting enough.

When you’re recovering from an injury, you may have more difficulty maintaining a healthy sleep routine. If you are unable to take part in your normal activities, you may be tempted to fill that time by napping. However, be careful not to oversaturate your body with sleep. Following a healthy sleep routine that fits your individual needs can result in a healthy metabolism, good health and more rapid healing.

MISTAKE # 6: Leaving Your Doctor Out of the Loop

Your doctor can be one of your best resources for staying healthy while recovering from an injury. Not only is your doctor familiar with your injury and with your recovery process so far, he or she also knows your general medical history and understands any medical conditions you might have that could alter your nutritional or health needs. Communication with your doctor is especially important if you plan to make any major changes in your diet.

Above all, remember to give yourself time. When you’re recovering from an injury, the days can feel like weeks and the weeks like years. But if you’re willing to wait it out, and take of yourself in the meantime…well, let’s just say, your body will thank you.


Source : http://www.ynaija.com/6-health-mistakes-you-didnt-know-you-were-making/

Road to obesity and kidney deformation.

Skipping breakfast is very good but havng fruits in the morning will clean up your system and get you alert for the day. Drink at least 1L of water a day and do eat a good launch and light dinner. Also fasting 2 to 3 times a week keeps you in fine shape don't be swayed away by all these NWO ideas in order to destroy humanity.

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Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by elampiro(m): 3:33pm On Mar 27, 2013
Wahala dey o.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Nobody: 3:33pm On Mar 27, 2013
Slyr0x:

MISTAKE # 4 Choosing Refined Foods Over Whole Foods

Not all rice (or bread or potatoes or cereal or even sugar) is created equal. White rice, white bread, white potatoes, white pasta, sugary or low fiber cereals, juice, Kool Aid or boxed drinks, soft drinks, and refined sugar are all examples of unhealthy nutrition choices. However, most of these foods have healthy alternatives. You can find whole grain bread and pasta in any grocery store, along with brown and/or wild rice. You only have to spend ten seconds in the cereal aisle to see that there are plenty of healthy options to replace your Fruit Loops. Even refined white sugar has a healthy alternative – raw sugar. Avoid refined foods as much as possible and look for raw or whole food alternatives to keep your body healthy and on the road to recovery.


If only I could change this part. Giving up white rice and white bread is a very tall order! cheesy
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Nobody: 3:38pm On Mar 27, 2013
skyone:

Road to obesity and kidney deformation.

Skipping breakfast is very good but havng fruits in the morning will clean up your system and get you alert for the day. Also fasting 2 to 3 times a week keeps you in fine shape don't be swayed away by all these NWO ideas to destroy humanity.

fasting? If i fast today, for the next one week na eating elephat share like a lion go follow my mode.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by yuzedo: 3:38pm On Mar 27, 2013
7. NOT HAVING PLENTY SEX!!! angry angry undecided
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by GraceBestowed(f): 3:40pm On Mar 27, 2013
^^^ I kent shout ^^^
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by babarazy: 3:42pm On Mar 27, 2013
What ϑf eating too much ϑf GEJ's cassava bread?.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by dridowu: 3:43pm On Mar 27, 2013
9ce 1
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by simmydebadest(m): 3:59pm On Mar 27, 2013
#7[b] COMING 2 NAIRALAND [/b]ALWAYS grin grin grin
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by OkikiOluwa1(m): 4:00pm On Mar 27, 2013
Reserved
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by great063(m): 4:05pm On Mar 27, 2013
Yeah,nice article...tofu,pita chips and hummus in Mushin and Ughelli.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by pat077: 4:14pm On Mar 27, 2013
why not mention that food which we so much cherish.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by antomik: 4:22pm On Mar 27, 2013
All these food mentioned are foreign to an average nija person. why not narrow it down by ascribing each nija meal to the diet, so dat we can know which nija food goes for the actual recovery. thanx
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Elai147: 4:32pm On Mar 27, 2013
That number 2 go hard ooo. Where does that happen in Nigeria? Can a Naija man eat a day without "swallow"?

Who tell them say chips and dips no good? No "instead" for there.

Fasting and prayers should be included as a way of killing 2 birds with one stone- watching your weight and have the opportunity of saying your prayer points sharperly shaperly.
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Nobody: 4:38pm On Mar 27, 2013
@ OP, i dont agree with #2, taking 3 square meals is one of the best health tnz. All those 5-6 mini meals promote obesity unless u are feeding on just grass.
Thanks
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by Highjayklm(f): 4:41pm On Mar 27, 2013
ighoosagie: @op, re u saying someone would neva die if this Ur 6steps re taking.



#6, what if doctor dey sick who him go meet?
if doctor dey sick, him go treat himself na, abi him doctor friend go trwat am. Lol
Re: Health Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making by maingwaest(f): 4:46pm On Mar 27, 2013
Ur post wuld ve make more sense if explained wit Nig own meals. All those tofu,humu etc, LOST.

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