tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36232141017595773542024-03-06T05:20:18.838+01:00Så det' pisse irriterende, at du ikke kan forståSusannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-59095500122598462762012-04-15T11:22:00.000+02:002012-04-15T11:22:21.177+02:00Time to say goodbyeThis blog will no longer be active, click the picture to visit (and follow ;)) my new blog<br />
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<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://heelshockeyhistory.blogspot.com/"><img src=http://i.imgur.com/RGgnl.png></a></h2>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-51232997715783683072012-04-09T11:13:00.000+02:002012-04-09T11:13:00.173+02:00Motivational Monday<center><img src=http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m24axcBlDY1rtqj7io1_500.png width=400 height=500></center>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-35041630106073116662012-04-08T11:09:00.000+02:002012-04-08T11:09:03.181+02:00What to eat?<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>What to eat before exercising:</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The truth is, if you're exercising moderately for less than an hour, you really don't need to "fuel up" with extra food for the workout — especially if you're exercising in an effort to lose weight. But if you feel more energized when you've eaten beforehand, I suggest having something small, like a piece of fruit. A <i>banana</i> makes the perfect pre-workout snack because it's easy to digest and provides a good amount of potassium, an electrolyte that gets depleted when you sweat during physical exertion. Give your workout an extra boost by having caffeinated <i>coffee or tea</i> before you hit the gym. Caffeine essentially allows you to push yourself harder for longer while you're exercising and decreases perceived muscle pain during the workout. Drink one cup of coffee (or 2 cups of tea) at least a half hour before your workout to allow the caffeine time to absorb and work its magic.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>What to eat before going to bed:</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">It's smart to avoid eating large, heavy meals late in the evening — they can make you feel uncomfortably full and keep you up tossing and turning — but a light snack (150 calories or less) with the right mix of ingredients can help you get a better night's rest. Among the best natural sedatives is tryptophan, one of the ingredients necessary for the body to make serotonin, a brain chemical that helps you feel calm and drowsy. The trick is to combine tryptophan-containing foods like turkey, milk, cheese, and eggs with carbohydrates, which help transport tryptophan into the brain, where it can make you sleepy. A plain <i>rice cake</i> (those are your carbs) with some low-fat cheese (that's your tryptophan source) is the perfect sleep-inducing snack. Also, sip chamomile tea in the evening: This calming brew appears to act as a mild sedative and may help relieve muscle tension and ease anxiety before hitting the sack.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>What to eat before a long car ride:</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">When you know you're going to have to stay awake and alert for a long drive, it's a good idea to grab a lean caffeinated beverage, like a skim latte or a mug of <i>black tea</i>, to help you stay attentive and focused on the road. Caffeine levels peak 30 to 60 minutes after ingestion, so try to drink yours at least a half hour before you take off. You should also grab a <i>protein-rich snack</i>, since the protein has more staying power than other nutrients and will keep you from getting hungry as the ride drags on. I recommend 1-2 handfuls of almonds or <i>roasted edamame</i> (roasted edamame, which are roasted soybeans, have even more than protein than the nuts).</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>What to eat before a job interview or big test:</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">When you're looking for a breakfast meal that can enhance concentration and catapult you to the top of your mental game, think protein! New research shows that protein activates the cells in your brain that keep you alert and focused, so it's definitely key before a stressful exam or interview. For a truly protein-packed meal, enjoy a <i>protein smoothie</i> (blend together a 6-ounce container of flavored Greek yogurt, 3/4 cup skim milk, 1 cup fresh or frozen berries, and a handful of ice cubes). And consider coupling the smoothie with a plate of protein-rich <i>scrambled egg</i>s mixed with <i>chopped tomato</i> and <i>smoked salmon</i>. The omega-3 fats in the salmon don't give you an instant mental boost, but they do improve long-term brain health — so when you land the job after your power interview, your brain will be primed and extra sharp for your first day of work! Remember: Before an important work event, avoid experimenting with any new foods or eating a large fattening meal, gassy vegetables, high-fiber foods (unless you're sure they don't bother you)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">lying in bed, doing nothing & eating countless amount of chocolate. I wish it was Monday yet, the 5 day break before finals is killing me. Keep your fingers crossed for the boys! :) Oh and I might be launching my hockey blog once again.</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-71220652557182245442012-04-04T20:42:00.000+02:002012-04-04T20:42:18.914+02:007 great low-carb veggies<center><img src=http://data.whicdn.com/images/24666392/tumblr_lxyvrt7oCS1qke3bko1_500_large.jpg width=400></center> <div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Spinach</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Popeye had the right idea when he bulked up on green, leafy spinach. This low-carb veggie is loaded with folate, beta carotene, iron, and vitamin K. To get the biggest nutritional punch, ditch the canned stuff and buy it fresh or frozen. Fold steamed spinach into an egg-white omelette at breakfast or toss fresh leaves in a healthy, low carbohydrate salad at lunch or dinner.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Tomato</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Tomatoes, another superfood, are packed with vitamin C and are good sources of vitamin A, potassium, and fiber. They’re also low-carb and low-cal — just 32 calories per cup. The nutrient lycopene, which gives red tomatoes their color, is a powerful antioxidant and may protect against heart disease and prostate cancer. Add a slice of juicy tomato to your next sandwich or cook up a big pot of tomato sauce, a great topping for veggies, chicken, and other good foods.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Broccoli</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">If you’re not already eating broccoli, make a point of adding it to your meal plan. It’s low carbohydrate and loaded with vitamins A (beta carotene), C, and D. It also has calcium, fiber, and iron. Look for florets that are packed tightly together and are dark green and not yellowing. Eat broccoli soon after buying it. Consider including raw or lightly steamed broccoli on your next party platter instead of chips.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cucumber</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Cucumbers are a cool, crisp, low-carb choice — a generous one-cup portion has fewer than 5 grams of carbohydrate. You can get your fill of this low-carbohydrate vegetable without worrying about raising your blood sugar too much. Cucumbers are a good source of vitamin K and they also contain potassium and vitamin C. Keep in mind that cucumbers are not only for salads on a diabetic diet. Consider adding thin slices to sandwiches or wraps.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cabbage</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Eating cabbage is an inexpensive way to get vitamins K and C and antioxidants. Cabbage is also a good source of manganese, fiber, and vitamin B6. This low-carb veggie is at its peak in the fall and early winter. Pick a head that is firm with shiny leaves. When you get it home, put it in the refrigerator. Cover it with plastic wrap once it’s cut to slow down the loss of vitamins. Experiment with recipes that use this low carbohydrate vegetable raw as well as cooked.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Brussels sprouts</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Brussels sprouts might not win any popularity contests, but they deserve a spot in your meal plan. Besides being low-carb, these mini cabbages are full of vitamins A, C, and folic acid, and fiber. And just like cabbage, brussels sprouts are a cruciferous low-carbohydrate veggie, which experts believe may ward off some cancers.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cauliflower</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Another neglected low-carbohydrate veggie. This vegetable is brimming with vitamin C. In fact, just one serving has more than half your daily requirement. It contains fiber, calcium, and iron to boot. Cauliflower is also a versatile low-carb vegetable. You can serve it raw on a veggie tray, or cook it by roasting or steaming. It’s also great cooked and pureed into a silky soup; just cook until tender, then blend it with chicken broth.</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-385654023853257172012-04-02T10:11:00.001+02:002012-04-02T10:11:00.300+02:00Motivational Monday<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m1e9wtHZ7b1qlhmr1o1_500.gif" width="400" /></div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-73315759234192119962012-03-30T17:12:00.000+02:002012-03-30T17:12:23.932+02:00Tea > water<center><img src="http://data.whicdn.com/images/25720235/tumblr_m1npd1FAz21qejujwo1_500_large.jpg" width="400/" /></center><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Black tea</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- reduces risk of heart attacks, strokes and death from cardiovascular disease i women</div><div style="text-align: justify;">- can prevent clogged arteties, improve blood vessle functionioning</div><div style="text-align: justify;">- lowers blood pressure</div><div style="text-align: justify;">- fights cavities</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>White tea</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- destroys over 80 percent of viruses withing 10 minutes</div><div style="text-align: justify;">- aids in cancer prevention</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Green tea</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">- destroys cancer cells</div><div style="text-align: justify;">- slows spread of breast cancer and protects smokers from lung cancer</div><div style="text-align: justify;">- raises your metabolic rate and burns more calories</div><div style="text-align: justify;">- <a href="http://pisse-irriterende.blogspot.com/2012/02/benefits-of-drinking-green-tea.html">read more</a> about benefits of drinking green tea</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">The last but not least -<b> tea counts towards your daily water intake</b>. I've been drinking a lot of tea lately because it tastes much better than water (let's be honest, water is boring and it's almost impossible to drink over 2 litres of it every day). A cup of tea is always fun to drink even when you don't add sugar in it (which I haven't done for year!) and you can get like ten billion various flavours. Water only have one.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Do you drink tea? What is your favourite type of tea? Do you prefer fruit tea or 'basic' green/white/black tea?</div><div style="text-align: justify;">(I'm also planning on a post about my favourite types of tea one day.)</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-87220063297777623262012-03-28T17:09:00.000+02:002012-03-28T17:09:26.159+02:0010 reasons to work out everyday<ul><li style="text-align: justify;">You will have more peaceful and restful sleep</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Enhance mood levels and calms “reacting” impulses</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Strengthen your bones</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">It can be an escape from school, work, etc…</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Improves posture, makes clothes fit better</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Decreases appetite for junk food (more self-control)</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Make wiser food choices</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Reduces emotional steam, eliminating stress</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Allows for occasional indulgences</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">To stay healthy</li>
</ul><div style="text-align: justify;">I can only approve the “eliminating stress” one. I am not sure if I would be this mentally strong if I was not working out, starting my daily workout routine again (after quitting it almost 2,5 years ago) was the best thing I have done so far this year. </div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-33669897842328601132012-03-27T10:50:00.001+02:002012-03-27T10:50:00.409+02:00Don't Worry, "B" Happy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://data.whicdn.com/images/25473704/424853_303644673022027_170748219645007_744081_138032501_n_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://data.whicdn.com/images/25473704/424853_303644673022027_170748219645007_744081_138032501_n_large.jpg" width="156" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>The B vitamins</b>, including B6, B12, and folic acid, play a role in the production of brain chemicals that regulate mood. Especially if you have <b>depression</b>, be sure to consume foods rich in these vitamins. Good food sources for many B vitamins include shellfish, <u>poultry</u>, liver, beef, <u>cheese</u>, <i>eggs</i>, <u>low-fat yogurt</u>, and fortified breakfast cereals. Folic acid in particular is found mostly in leafy greens.</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-50263294481074702792012-03-26T05:29:00.000+02:002012-03-26T05:29:00.744+02:00Motivational Monday<center><img border="0" height="610" src="http://i.imgur.com/USmuT.jpg" width="450" /></center>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-37645215093226790292012-03-23T21:55:00.000+01:002012-03-23T21:55:16.614+01:00Is it summer yet?<div style="text-align: justify;">Dear Mother Nature, it is the 23rd of March. Why does it feel like its the middle of summer? Oh and when I think of summer, I think of all the places which I am going to visit.. can you guess them? :)</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">To be honest, I am too tired to say anything. The spring break that was supposed to be endless has gone by freaking fast and now with only two free days ahead, I am starting to realise that I should have done more than I have done (= sleeping, watching House MD, TBBT etc. and napping). School is hanging over me like a dark shadow and I am scared to even think of the Math test I am writing on Wednesday.<br />
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Apple + cranberries + vanilla, strawberries + cream, orange + grapefruit and peach + strawberries. Yes, I have been drinking way too much tea lately.</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-36719654382926314472012-03-14T14:38:00.000+01:002012-03-14T14:38:36.803+01:00Tips for healthy skin diet<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Blueberries</b> fight aging skin</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Antioxidants help fight the signs of aging skin, and blueberries are a great source. Rich in vitamin C, blueberries can play a healthy role in an otherwise decadent dessert and taste great as a cereal topping and tossed into salads. Other sources of antioxidants that you can include in your healthy diet are red wine and dark chocolate. Eating fruits and veggies in their fresh, raw form provides more antioxidants than when cooked.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Fish</b> provide healthy oils</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Fish that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids should be part of a healthy skin diet. “Omega-3s are a great source of oil for the skin without clogging the pores.” Many people try to cut all fats from their diet, but without some fat, your skin may suffer. Omega-3 fatty acids are considered healthy fats, and a diet that is too low in healthy fats can lead to “dull, dry skin,”.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Water</b> hydrates your skin</div><div style="text-align: justify;">“There are molecules in the skin that actually bind water and your skin will not be as plump if you are dehydrated.” Skin also becomes dry when it loses too much water, so you need to drink plenty of liquids to replace daily water loss. Water is also a good alternative to sugary beverages that could negatively affect your skin by causing insulin levels to rise and fall dramatically.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Green Tea</b> helps skin and overall health</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Green tea has two benefits for your skin: It contains antioxidants, which may fight the effects of aging, and drinking it is a good way to stay hydrated. When given the option, choose green tea over beverages that don’t promote skin health. Read more about benefits of drinking green tea <a href="http://pisse-irriterende.blogspot.com/2012/02/benefits-of-drinking-green-tea.html" target="_blank">here</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Sweet Potatoes</b> help reduce wrinkles</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Sweet potatoes give you a healthy dose of vitamin A, which has been found to help reduce wrinkles and other signs of aging. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Broccoli</b> helps fight fine lines</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Broccoli and other green vegetables are great for the skin. The richer the color of veggies and fruits, the more likely they are to contain the nutrients you need for a healthy diet. “Darker is better” - darker broccoli florets provide more vitamins A and C, and both of these vitamins help fight fine lines and wrinkles.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Vitamin D s</b>lows skin aging</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Vitamin D isn’t found naturally in the diet, but it is important for healthy skin. People usually get Vitamin D through sun exposure, but if you live in a less sunny area or stay inside a lot, you need to get it through your diet. You can drink vitamin D-enriched beverages, eat foods fortified with vitamin D, or take a supplement in order to help slow the aging process on your skin.</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-40262453891905274852012-03-12T17:28:00.002+01:002012-03-12T17:28:56.569+01:00Motivational Monday<center><img src=http://i.imgur.com/BWCp3.jpg width=400 height=630 border=0></center>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-24333963371923100362012-03-11T14:04:00.000+01:002012-03-11T14:04:36.617+01:00Handcare<div style="text-align: justify;">Let me introduce you my favourite products for hands.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Lipobase repair</b> is night cream that (as the name says) repairs the skin of palms. The consistence is a bit like a high-factor suncream and it is quite hard to spread on the hands but it works. I use this once a week or when I feel my palms are very dry.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Neutrogena</b> is a handcream that you may have heard about and it is not an ordinary white cream like other handcreams. It is transparent and it does not take any long for it to absorb into palms. Plus it is good if you work with papers as it does not leave oil marks.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">What products do you use?</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-49224357155037112782012-03-07T17:40:00.000+01:002012-03-07T17:40:32.832+01:004 thigh-sculpting exercises<b>Static Lunges</b><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Stand with your right leg extended in front of you, and the heel of your left foot to the ground. Move your left leg back while balancing on your toes. Your legs should be about hip width apart. Place your hands on your hips. Bend both your legs at the same time, keeping your back straight. Hold the position for three seconds before coming back up to the starting position.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;"><i>Do one set of 12 reps and then switch legs. Do four sets in total.</i></div><br />
<b>Squat</b><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Stand with your feet more than shoulder-width apart, abdominals tight and hands at your hips. Keeping your back straight, bend knees and lower your body (as if you were about to sit on a chair) until thighs are almost parallel to the floor. Make sure to always keep your heels in contact with the floor and that your knees never go past your ankles. Hold this position for two counts. Return to starting position by squeezing your buttocks and quadriceps on your way up.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;"><i>Do three sets of 15 repetitions, resting no more than 60 seconds between each set.</i></div><br />
<b>Plié Squat</b><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Stand with your legs two feet apart at the heels, hands at your waist. Point your toes outwards, at an angle of about 45 degrees. Bend your knees and lower your body so that your thighs are horizontal. Raise your body back to the starting position.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;"><i>Do three sets of 15 repetitions, resting for 30 seconds between each set.</i></div><br />
<b>Modified Plank</b><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Place yourself in a push-up position, with your legs extended behind you, hands placed on either side of your head. Next, place your forearms on the ground, palms facing down, shoulder-width apart. Holding this position, raise your right leg up by a few centimetres and lower it again, repeating the movement 10 times. Do the same with your left leg. Throughout the exercise, contract your abdominal muscles and don’t release, making sure your body forms a parallel line with the ground.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;"><i>Do two sets of 10 repetitions with each leg.</i></div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-80820862648750522232012-03-05T10:13:00.000+01:002012-03-05T10:13:00.648+01:00Motivational Monday<center><img src=http://i.imgur.com/JAN2K.jpg></center>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-78729358131670230042012-03-03T21:37:00.001+01:002012-03-03T21:43:42.446+01:007 suprisingly sugary foods<center><img src="http://data.whicdn.com/images/24215267/222712_170428419680401_116700941719816_392304_1867779_n_large.jpg" width=400 /></center><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;"><i>Not only sweets are full of sugar. “Sugar is part of our natural foods. It’s part of our rutabaga and carrots,” says nutritionist Donna Weihofen, RD, of the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics in Madison. “Nature doesn’t mean for us to give up on sugar.”</i></div><i><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i>The natural fructose sugar found in fruits and vegetables and lactose sugar in milk and dairy is part of a healthful diet. The problem lies with processed foods packed with high amounts of sugar (namely sucrose and high-fructose corn syrup). And it’s not just the obvious culprits, like soda, candy, and cakes. Manufacturers have snuck sugar into many low-calorie, low-fat, so-called health foods — some which don’t even taste sweet! Are you consuming more sugar than you realize? Watch for these top sneaky sources of added sugar, and learn what to eat instead.</i></div></i><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Granola Bars</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">You see the advertising everywhere: Healthy, fit people enjoying a granola bar in the fresh air after a glorious hike. Yet despite their health-conscious profile, granola bars contain a lot of added sugar. Instead of a prepackaged granola bar, you could create your own trail mix with a handful of nuts, dry oatmeal or muesli, dried fruit with natural sugar, such as cranberries, and even a few bits of dark chocolate. This will almost guarantee the nutrients and energy you need, while you control the added sugar.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cereal</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Cereal can be a great way to start the day, especially if it contains some fiber and if you have it with milk. But reading and comparing labels is essential to maintain a low-sugar diet. “You need to really look closely at cereals,” says Weihofen, noting that some granola-based cereals have as many as 13 grams of sugar per serving, while other cereals have as few as 6 or even 2 grams.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Barbecue Sauce</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">If you’ve ever made barbecue sauce, you know that the ingredients can include one or more of the “natural sugars,” such as honey, molasses, and brown sugar. Bottled brands can have as many as 11 grams of added sugar per serving, says Weihofen. Every time you slather on barbecue sauce, you are adding sugar to your meat, a naturally sugar-free protein. Seasoning meat before cooking with a tasty blend of spices, called a rub, is a better option for a low-sugar diet.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Ketchup</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">With about one teaspoon of sugar in every one-tablespoon serving, ketchup is a startling source of added sugar. This is where being label savvy really counts because you may not see the word “sugar” in the ingredients list. “Other words that are sugar-type ingredients are corn syrup, sorghum, glucose, fructose, lactose, sucrose, galactose, maltose, and concentrated juices, like concentrated grape or apple juice,” says Weihofen. <i>Remember, ingredients are listed from the highest to the lowest amounts on the label.</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Tomato Sauces and Soups</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Like ketchup, tomato sauce and tomato soup may also be foods with sugar added. When cooking these from scratch at home, you might use caramelized onions or carrots for a little sweetness to counter the acidity in tomatoes. Not all tomato products contain a lot of added sugar, so get in the habit of checking out the label. Tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes, and salsa are all good additions to a low-sugar diet.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Flavored Yogurt</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Yogurt is so good for your digestive tract that it’s hard to think of it as a food with sugar or that the 6 to 7 teaspoons of added sugar in one serving of flavored yogurt could be an issue. But just try to imagine yourself layering that amount of sugar onto plain yogurt. A better option is to go Greek: Drizzle a little honey onto plain, thick-style Greek yogurt or simply rely on the natural sweetness of berries or other fresh fruit that you add yourself to liven it up.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Dried Fruit</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Dried fruit can be a healthy snack. Overdo it, however, and you may end up consuming significant amounts of natural sugar. “Five to six pitted dates have 32 grams of sugar,” notes Weihofen, adding that if you saw that on the label of a packaged snack you’d probably drop it like a hot potato. However, dried fruit is also high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, offering benefits that can outweigh the sugar content, as long as you nosh in moderation.</div><hr style="text-align: justify;" /><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Healthy Sugar</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Even though consuming a lot of added sugar is not a good idea, you can’t — and probably shouldn’t — steer clear of everything that has natural sugar in it. Though fruit and many root vegetables contain sugar, you also benefit from the vitamins, minerals, and fiber in these foods. “It would be a sad carrot that had no sugar,” points out Weihofen, adding, “We would never recommend that you stop eating fruits to avoid sugar.”</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-6408947374938182852012-03-02T20:18:00.000+01:002012-03-02T20:18:08.838+01:00Is it just me, or..?<b>wake up</b>: exhausted<br />
<b>9 am</b>: a headache<br />
<b>12 am</b>: exhausted<br />
<b>3 pm</b>: fucking exhausted<br />
<b>5 pm</b>: really fucking exhausted<br />
<b>7 pm</b>: about to pass out<br />
<b>bed time</b>: the energy of 5 million condensed suns<br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">I am really looking forward to spring, have no idea why actually but I really am... and I know it's only Friday evening but I have to constantly think of all the tests I'm writing next week at school.. I'm so happy it'll be the last week before a week off. Spring break, please come fast.</span>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-63815264353580411072012-02-28T08:54:00.000+01:002012-02-28T08:54:00.098+01:0010 best foods for cancer prevention<div style="text-align: justify;"><i>About 35 percent of cancers are related to nutritional factors. To help prevent cancer, eat a wide variety of foods rich in nutrients that protect your body's cells from damage, such as these.</i></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Grapefruit</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Vitamin C — an antioxidant found in many fruits and vegetables such as grapefruit, oranges, bell peppers, and broccoli — helps to prevent the formation of cancer-causing nitrogen compounds. Diets high in vitamin C have been linked to a reduced risk of cancers of the stomach, colon, esophagus, bladder, breast, and cervix. These results are specific to vitamin C-rich foods, rather than supplements, which seem less reliable. So be sure to pile fruits and veggies on your plate – they're excellent for your body in so many ways!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Peanuts and peanut butter</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Some research shows that eating a vitamin E–rich diet reduces the risk of stomach, colon, lung, liver, and other cancers, but, as with other antioxidants, vitamin E supplements have largely struck out. I recommend adding vitamin E–rich foods like peanuts, peanut butter, almonds, almond butter, and sunflower seeds to your diet; they'll help keep your cells' defenses strong. Spread a tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter on a slice of whole grain toast for a filling snack packed with cancer-fighting vitamin E.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Berries</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Of all the fruits and vegetables studied, berries rank among the most likely to reduce cancer risk. Every year, we learn more and more about the benefits of these nutrition powerhouse fruits. Raspberries, blueberries, and cranberries in particular have shown very promising potential to help prevent cancer. An antioxidant called pterostilbene, found in high quantities in blueberries, has cancer-fighting properties and cranberries contain a whole drugstore's worth of cancer-fighting natural chemicals. Laboratory animals fed black raspberries had a 60 percent reduction in tumors of the esophagus and an 80 percent reduction in colon tumors. Next time you want a sweet treat, skip the cookies and feast on juicy, delicious berries that can boost your health. Plus berries help you to lose your belly fat!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Sweet potatoes</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Beta-carotene is a powerful antioxidant. Studies have shown that people who eat a diet high in beta-carotene — found primarily in orange vegetables and leafy greens — have a reduced risk of cancer, particularly of the lung, colon, and stomach. Among premenopausal women, one study found that eating a lot of vegetables that include beta-carotene, folate, vitamin C, and fiber – like sweet potatoes — reduced the risk of breast cancer by about half.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Wild salmon</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Low vitamin D levels have been linked to several cancers, including colon and breast. Scientists theorize that vitamin D may help block the development of blood vessels that feed growing tumors and help stop the proliferation of cancerous and precancerous cells. To cover your bases, I recommend eating plenty of vitamin D–rich foods, such as wild salmon, and choosing vitamin D–fortified dairy products, like milk and yogurt. Because so few foods provide vitamin D, you should consider a daily multivitamin or separate supplement that provides 800 to 1,000 IUs of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol, the most potent form).</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Ground flaxseed</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent cancer by inhibiting cancer cell proliferation and disrupting steps that are critical to tumor growth. Omega-3 fatty acids also help reduce inflammation, which means they could theoretically reduce the possibility of cellular mutations. But even if omega-3s don't directly reduce the risk of cancer, they certainly help keep our bodies strong and healthy. For all of these reasons, I highly recommend adding omega-3–rich foods to your diet. In addition to fatty fish and shellfish, mixing ground flaxseed into yogurt and smoothies is an excellent way to include more omega-3s in your diet.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Turmeric</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Turmeric is the yellow-colored spice found in curry powder. Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, functions as both an anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant, and it may help prevent cancer by interfering with aspects of cellular signaling. In laboratory animals, curcumin has been shown to help prevent cancer of the breast, colon, stomach, liver, and lung. Using curry powder to spice up chicken and egg dishes is an easy way to incorporate it into your diet — and it has the added bonus of adding flavor to your meals, without any calories!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Tea</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Tea contains compounds called catechins, compounds that scientists theorize may help stop the growth of cancer cells and prevent cellular mutations that contribute to cancer development. In Japan, where tea is the preferred beverage, green tea consumption has been linked to reduced risk of stomach cancer among women. In China, green tea drinkers were found to have a lower risk of developing rectal and pancreatic cancers compared with non-tea drinkers. Regular tea drinkers have also been shown to be at reduced risk for colon, breast, ovarian, prostate, and lung cancers. All types of tea — green, black, white, oolong — seem to have value as cancer preventive agents, so regularly drink tea and enjoy a variety of flavors to reap all the benefits!</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cruciferous vegetables</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">All plant foods — grains, fruits, and vegetables — contain small amounts of phytonutrients: naturally occurring chemical compounds that are just as important as vitamins and minerals are for maintaining health. There are thousands of known phytonutrients, many of which have demonstrated the potential to protect us against cancer. Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli,cauliflower, and cabbage contain phytonutrients known as glucosinolates, which may help inhibit the metabolism of some carcinogens and stimulate the body's production of detoxification enzymes.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Pomegranates</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Pomegranates are chock full of ellagic acid — the latest phytonutrient to enter the scene (although it's been quietly hanging out in berries, nuts, and pomegranates for millennia). In laboratory and animal studies, ellagic acid has been shown to inhibit cancer cell growth and deactivate cancer-causing compounds. To take advantage of these health properties, incorporate pomegranate seeds into smoothies or use them to top off a bowl of yogurt or cereal. Other foods rich in ellagic acid include raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, walnuts, pecans, cranberries, and grapes (red, black, purple).</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-86864069130323411572012-02-27T10:49:00.004+01:002012-02-27T10:49:00.476+01:00Motivational MondayStarting this new weekly feature simply. No excuse is valid.<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;"><i>I want, need or wish..</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>one - learn to speak German fluently</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I have wanted to write Danish instead of German at first but it will hopefully come hand in hand.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>two - graduate</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">A duty.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>three - visit Danmark</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">No matter when, no matter with who, no matter for how long time but I seriously want to go there.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>four - see another 150 ice-hockey games</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I wish I could have known how many games I have seen in my life. I am not afraid to say the number would probably be close to a thousand. I would like to see a hundred live games plus fifty games on TV (cause it really depends on how well the team does and I have no idea how many games will be possible to see in following seasons). If all of 150 games were seen live, I wouldn´t mind.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>five - win a giveaway</b> - <i>done</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I have joined like a billion of them and never won a single one. Would be nice.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>six - read a hundred more books</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I have been writing a list of books I have read for a year now but I would like to create another one that will list all of books that I will read since now. I want the number of items to reach a hundred before I am 20.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>seven - meet a person I admire</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I dont want to say a name of a ceratin person, once I will meet the real one, I will check this as done.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>eight - record my own short movie</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I am really interested in making one!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>nine - visit Russia and learn to speak Russian</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I am eager to make this come true. Probably my most favourite item on the list.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>ten - visit five countries I have not visited yet</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>eleven - sell some of my stuff online</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I have never been selling anything throught the internet and I would like to try.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>twelve - live a week without being mad at anyone</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I am never ever gonna do this, lol.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>thirteen - write an article published in a magazine/newspaper</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">No, my tweet that has been published in The Calgary Journal does <u>not</u> count.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>fourteen - stop eating too much</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I look like a hippo already, ugh.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>fifteen - spend 48 hours without sleeping</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>sixteen - donate to a charity</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I am very selfish but this is a thing I want to do.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>seventeen - host a giveaway</b> - <i>done</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>eighteen - travel abroad on my own</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">My secret dream.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>nineteen - have over 300 followers</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I have been blogging since I was 11 or so and I would really like to see that I am not writing my blog only for myself.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>twenty - reach the age of 20 without any diseases</b> - <i>I wish :/</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;">According to the fact that I have not been feeling very well lately and I am really worried about my health.</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-81696189655269798942012-02-25T22:40:00.002+01:002012-02-25T22:40:56.305+01:0010 Immune-Boosting Foods<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Red or Pink Grapefruit</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Grapefruit is packed with vitamin C, making it an immune-boosting essential. The red and pink varieties are especially good choices because, as their rosy color indicates, they’re packed with bioflavonoids, which are phytonutrients. These naturally-occurring compounds cause beneficial reactions in the body, including an added immunity boost, Craggs-Dino says. Halve a grapefruit, broil it for just a minute or two, and dust it with cinnamon, another immunity booster</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cauliflower</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts are all cruciferous vegetables, which means they’re not only rich in antioxidant vitamins that give an immune system boost, but they also contain choline, a nutrient essential to a healthy diet. Choline keeps your cells functioning properly and also helps support a healthy gastrointestinal barrier, keeping bacteria safely confined in the gut. Cauliflower, in particular, is a beneficial food to eat when you’re sick because it’s also rich in glutathione, a powerful antioxidant that helps fight off infection. Dip raw cauliflower florets in low-fat yogurt, drizzle them with vinaigrette, or add them to your favorite vegetable soup recipe.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Carrots</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Carrots are an excellent source of beta carotene, which gives them their bright color. One of beta carotene’s jobs is to support the body’s mucus membrane, which lines the respiratory and intestinal tracts, making it harder for bacteria to enter the bloodstream and cause trouble. For a healthy diet, enjoy raw carrots along with cauliflower, broccoli, and other veggies as an appetizer. You can also pickle them or steam and puree them with some broth for a rich soup — a soothing meal when you’re sick.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Egg Yolks</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Eggs have gotten a bad rap because their yolks are high in cholesterol, but the yolks are also a rich source of protein, which can help immune-related problems. Egg yolks also contain zinc and selenium, which are important minerals that help boost the immune system. If cholesterol is a problem in your healthy diet, make your scrambled eggs with two whites, but only one yolk.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cinnamon</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Cinnamon is an antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial machine, so it does more than just boost the immune system — it actually fights the pathogens that cause illness. Cinnamon is extremely versatile, making it easy to add to your healthy diet. You can mix it into your coffee grinds for an immunity-fighting brew, add it to tea, sprinkle it on oatmeal, stir it into hot chocolate, or dust it onto fresh fruit.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Mushrooms</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">When you’re thinking about a healthy diet, mushrooms may not be the first thing to come to mind, but they’re a major source of the immune system-boosting mineral, zinc. People who don’t have enough zinc in their diet tend to have fewer white blood cells to help fight off disease, which can lead to a reduced immune response. Start thinking of mushrooms as a great immune-boosting food. A grilled, beefy-tasting portabella makes a great burger substitute. Sauté shiitakes with onion and garlic as a side dish or use button mushrooms to enrich tomato sauce.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Kale</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Greens such as kale, spinach, and Swiss chard are immune-boosting foods that contain high levels of vitamin C, which not only packs a powerful antioxidant punch, it helps fight off infection and regenerate other antioxidants in the body, including vitamin E. They also contain folate, another immune booster. Sautée kale, spinach, or Swiss chard with garlic and olive oil, or use fresh spinach to make an nutrient-rich salad — top it with fresh mushrooms to pack an extra immune-boosting punch.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Watermelon</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Once considered only a summertime treat, this immune-boosting food may also help ward off winter’s ills. Like other fruits, watermelon is packed with vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients, but what makes it a super food is its large concentration of lycopene. Lycopene gives watermelon flesh its red color and offers an array of health-building benefits, including reducing respiratory inflammation, which helps prevent infection. If possible, make watermelon part of your healthy diet year round.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Yogurt</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">One of your immune system’s key jobs is to patrol the gastrointestinal tract and prevent germs, bacteria, and other pathogens from entering the bloodstream and making you sick. So to keep your gut happy, eat yogurt as part of your healthy diet. Not only is yogurt packed with vitamins and protein, it’s also a source of lactobacillus, a probiotic (or beneficial type of bacteria) that helps fight off the bad guys and also gives your immune system a boost. Choose the low-fat or fat-free kind to reap the benefits without extra saturated fat.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Wheat Germ</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Wheat germ is a key source of fiber — a dietary essential that keeps your digestive system on track. It’s also packed with protein and vitamins, including vitamin E, and is a great source of choline and zinc, which also help boost immunity. Add wheat germ to your bread, muffin, and cookie recipes, dust it on fish instead of bread crumbs, or sprinkle it over yogurt and fresh fruit or your breakfast cereal.</div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3623214101759577354.post-86238511197848680252012-02-25T19:12:00.001+01:002012-02-25T19:13:41.356+01:00New beginnings beg for new facilities<div style="text-align: justify;">Hello everyone, welcome to my new blog! It's like 20th blog I have ever started & I promise that it's the very last one. I'd like to focus on posting health and fitness tips, motivational quotes and other things that have started being my guilty pleasures recently. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I'll rather skip the part with explaining the blog name and title, what does it mean and why have I decided to use it. It's just a Danish phrase. Not really polite.. however, I'd asked a couple of Danes if it was not too much and they told me to go for it, so why not?</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">What's new, you ask? Ughh.. nothing? Except the fact that I've started training again, just a little workout session every day and during the first days it was almost too much for someone who was completely off for over 5 months. Getting back on track is so damn frustrating, I wish I never needed another injury ever again. It has been 34 days since I started working out again and trust me, nothing can out-weight the feeling of working out hard and burning all the stress in a gym. Happiness overload. </div>Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13003239201536381952noreply@blogger.com3