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There are some myths and rumors among people about the human body without scientific evidence, in this article, we will deal with 10 myths and refute it scientifically 1. Body hair grows more when shaving: Pediatrician and researcher Rachel Freeman and assistant professor of pediatrics Aaron Carroll confirmed that this is just a rumor where recent studies have shown that shaving does not affect the density or rate of hair growth, in addition to it removes the outer dead part of the hair and not the inner part of the living under the skin, so they never affect the rate and type of growth, in fact shaved hair is usually coarse, which leads you to think that it is thicker. 2. Calorie Calculation The most important way to control weight and monitor health: Dieting and dieting are more important and complex in fact. Although calorie reduction is an effective way to lose weight, it is not the only factor. Determining your current weight and the weight you want to lose, and maintaining the nu...

Don't let dinner dates sabotage your weight loss goals. We show you how... Socializing and healthy eating aren’t always happy bedfellows. But having mates round for a meal doesn’t have to mean leaping into the calorie chasm. Here’s how to rustle up a fitness-friendly foodie feast to wow friends and family, with a little help from a few of our favorite culinary experts. Be prepared: Stock your cupboards with the basics you’ll need to whip up a hearty storm in the kitchen.  Key items include coconut oil (good for frying because it’s packed with healthy medium-chain triglyceride fats that help you burn fat faster), nuts and seeds (protein powerhouses), raw cocoa (a healthier alternative to refined chocolate), a selection of herbs and spices (sources of antioxidants and other benefits), onions (packed with disease-fighting phytonutrients), garlic (another one-stop-shop for antioxidants), chillies (whose capsaicin is an inflammation-fighter) and quinoa (rich in nutrients, especially pro...

Many of us will face that friendly cat that likes to be touched at some point, just to bite us or hit us lightly afterward. In this case, it may be easy to blame the cat, but what most likely happens is that we don't know how to master the cat the right way. To understand why, we first need to know more about the cat breed. The ancestors of the domestic cat (such as the African wildcat) were probably considered merely a means of pest control, but contemporary cats are often treated as one of our valuable owners or as "fur-coated children". This social shift in the relationship between humans and cats is believed to have occurred about 4,000 years ago — a little more delayed than the "man's best friend" — the domestic dog. Although this may seem like enough time for species to fully adapt to growing social demands, this is unlikely to be the case with your son-in-one. Domestic cats also show a relatively modest genetic deviation from their ancestors, which me...

Don't fall off the diet wagon. Have a little bit of what you fancy with these tasty treats... Dieting doesn't have to mean restricting yourself from anything and everything that tastes good! Next time you're craving a sweet treat, try one these guilt-free alternative from nutritionist Lowri Turner. Yum!  High-protein cranberry brownies These have a sweet, chocolatey taste, with the cranberries adding sharpness. Brilliant for balancing serotonin and dopamine, they’re the perfect mood-boosting snack! Makes 12 brownies Preparation: 10 minutes + cooling Cooking: 25 minutes Coconut oil for tin, plus 1½tsp extra 75g self-raising flour 40g cocoa powder 175g stevia-based natural sweetener or xylitol, plus 2tbsp extra 25g walnuts, chopped 100g low-fat vanilla yoghurt 3 eggs, beaten 1tsp vanilla extract 25g cranberries 1- Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4. Lightly oil a small baking tin.  Sift the flour and cocoa powder into a mixing bowl, then add...

Scientists believe 'sports anemia' could be affecting regular exercisers Whether you’re a casual weekend gym-goer or a seasoned veteran athlete, you would have no doubt experienced those days when despite a good night’s sleep and proper hydration, you just lack the energy to coach or perform at your best. Don't you just hate days like that? Well, recent studies show that this might flow from a condition called ‘ sports anemia ,' that amazingly affects 50% of female endurance athletes . So what you'll be able to do to avoid it and make sure you maintain high energy  levels? Iron's role within the body You have around 3.5-4.5g of stored iron in your body with the majority being located in the hemoglobin in the blood and the rest found in the liver, spleen and bone marrow (and a very small amount in the myoglobin which is found in the muscle tissue). It’s principally used for endocrine metabolism, neural perform, immune function, erythropoiesis (the formation of ne...

Shed baby weight with these simple (and sensible) weight loss tips Looking after a little one is rewarding yet exhausting, so it's important to take it easy when it comes to fitness. Although it's tempting to revert back to your pre-baby workout straight after giving birth, it's important you give your body adequate time to recover from labour - this is usually around 6 weeks after giving birth! The recovery process is vital, to ensure that the uterus has retracted back into the pelvis, bleeding has ceased and stitches have healed. It is important to listen to your body during this time and ease back into exercise gently. Remember that the body has been through many complex and amazing changes over the past nine months – so take it easy on yourself! When you feel up to it, start with some very gentle exercise, including some pelvic floor exercises and short walks with your new baby. After your six-week check-up, if your doctor agrees, move on to the following training plan....

Get all the benefits of a personal trainer without hurting your bank balance Many people credit their personal trainers for their success in the gym. PTs can provide much-needed motivation when your own is just lacking; they can find ways to help you enjoy exercise when your imagination is running dry, and they also think for you – allowing you to switch off and just focus on smashing your workout. A recent study conducted at America’s UCLA found that the use of a periodized program implemented by a personal trainer provided significantly better results than without. This rang true not only for improvements in strength but also in body composition – so whether you’re looking to push more weights or slim down for the summer, personal training could be just what you need. Using a program devised by a PT is great if you have a specific goal in mind. Periodicity allows you to progress and push past plateaus, really allowing the body to get result after result. But there’s only one problem:...

Slim down and save the world! Going veggie could change the planet – and your body – for the better Fad diets come and go, but when it comes to a body overhaul with added benefits, there’s one eating trend that’s here to stay. Eating a plant-based diet is practically guaranteed to help downsize your waistline and upsize your lifespan, save you money and do the planet a favor! So put down that burger and find out just what embracing a meat-free lifestyle could do for you! Let’s get down to the nitty-gritty. Making veggies the star of your plate helps to slash your risk of heart disease by 32 percent, say scientists at the University of Oxford. Vegetarians also outlive their carnivore counterparts by almost a decade according to the latest statistics from Loma Linda University in California. And then there’s ethical and environmental considerations to factor in. According to The Vegetarian Society, the livestock industry uses massive amounts of land, water, and fossil fuels, while produc...

It’s an iconic yoga posture, yet remaining stable in tree pose takes a bit of work. Find out how it’s done I love this time of year. Although winter is just around the corner, when the skies are clear, the air has a wonderful crispness about it. And as the sun pours down onto swathes of russet and golden leaves, they seem to emit their own special glow. Of course, it won’t be long before the trees are completely bare and, for the next few months, we’ll have a constant reminder of how they balance stability and expansiveness, a connection to earth and sky. If you’d like to feel more grounded and open, it’s time to nurture your inner tree. Here’s how: 1)  Stand with your feet together and take a few slow breaths to center yourself and quieten your mind. 2) When you are ready, take a deep breath in and, on an exhale, shift your weight so it’s centered over your left leg, knee, and hip stacked over the foot. Grasp your right ankle, placing the sole of your right foot as high as possible o...

Check out our easy peasy strategies for beating anxiety Get calm Make time to meditate, even if it’s just for 10 minutes a day. You don’t have to adhere to any strict rules to get the stress-relieving benefits of this mind game – just find a quiet space to sit and ‘be’ in the moment. Try to keep your thoughts from wandering and make an effort to acknowledge your surroundings. Go for a run The infamous runner’s high is a great way to relieve anxiety; the feel-good hormones pumping around your body will help to pick up your mood. Plus, you’ll feel energized by achieving small goals – even if it’s just racking up a 5K run. Take a chill pill Natural relaxants can be a great way to keep anxiety at bay. Try Vitrano, which contains Rhodiola Rosea root extract – it’s thought to relieve symptoms of stress including fatigue, exhaustion, and anxiety. Or, pop a Rescue Gummy Star. The chewy shapes are packed with soothing Rescue Remedy and a natural orange flavor – great when you’re on the...

The age difference in the relationship. More men date and marry older women than we think. We all remember famous Hollywood duos like Demi Moore and her husband Ashton Kutcher, who is 16 years younger, but this age difference may be greater in many relationships. Have you ever felt embarrassed when you asked your friend about his girlfriend's age to tell you she was older than him? If you think that men who are associated with women older than them are few, you may need to reconsider this vision. The 10-year age difference between them was not an obstacle to the association of singer Shakira and Barcelona's Catalan player Gerard Pique, the youngest of them, a love story that has inspired and continues to inspire many, but the difference far exceeds this figure significantly in many other relationships. French President Emmanuel Macron is married to a woman who is 24 years old, and while Macron was a high school student, Brigitte, his current wife, was a teacher at the same sch...