Rawat Tumit Pecah, Kulit Kaki Kering dengan Herbal Blend

Semakin meningkat usia, banyak masalah berkaitan kaki akan timbul. Bagaimanapun, sakit kaki bukan sebahagian daripada proses penuaan. Penjagaan kaki yang baik dapat mengurangkan kesakitan serta membuatkan anda aktif sepanjang hayat. Peningkatan usia menyebabkan kaki kehilangan lemak yang menjadi pelapik pada tapak kaki....

Vitamin Terbaik Untuk Berat Ideal

Ramai juga pelanggan MAIA yang bertanya, adakah B-Complex menyebabkan selera makan bertambah dan sekaligus menyumbang kepada kenaikan berat badan? Mari kita ketahui bagaimana komponen vitamin B menyumbang kepada berat badan ideal. Pengawalan berat badan yang efektif dan fungsi pengawalan berat badan yang berkait...

CENDERAHATI ISTIMEWA SEMPENA ULANGTAHUN KELAHIRAN ANAKANDA SOFIY

Alhamdulillah hari ni 25 April 2013 genaplah umur anakanda Muhammad Sofiy 4 tahun. Semoga sentiasa dalam rahmat dan keberkatan Allah, membesar dengan sihat, berjaya dan cemerlang. Bersempena hari lahir Sofiy ni, MAIA nak uar-uarkan bahawa pelanggan-pelanggan yang membuat pembelian bermula 7 pagi 25 April - 7...

Pengedar Shaklee Bandar Seri Putra, Bandar Bukit Mahkota, KUIS, Bangi, UKM

Pengumuman: MAIA (Min-Aina-Ila-Aina) merupakan pengedar sah Shaklee dan boleh membuat urusan COD (Cash on Delivery) dan Self pickup untuk kawasan-kawasan berikut: # Bandar Seri Putra, Bangi (Vista Seri Putra, D-Central, KUIS, Legundi Residensi, Putra Terrace, Impian Putra dan kawasan sekitarnya) # Bangi Lama...

DIARRHEA @ CIRIT-BIRIT: SELF CARE TIPS

Jika anda atau ahli keluarga terutama anak-anak kecil diserang cirit-birit, tentu susah hatikan. Jom baca tips di bawah yang boleh kita lakukan di rumah. ADEQUATE HYDRATION with replacement of fluids lost and a light diet )e.g clear soups or porridge) are the keys to managing your diarhea. Do avoin chilli hot and spicy...

Anda Ambil Pil Perancang Keluarga? Maka Anda Sangat Memerlukan Suplemen B-Complex

Di sini nak pecah rahsia sikit, dengan niat berkongsi pengalaman. Disebabkan status saya sebagai pelajar, maka saya merancang keluarga dengan mengambil perancang jenis hormon. Mula-mula dulu saya ambil suntikan depo-provera tapi saya tak tahan, mood swing dan sakit-sakit badan. Mungkin ada yang serasi, tapi badan saya...


Memulakan sesuatu program senaman bukanlah perkara yang mudah bagi mereka yang tidak pernah melakukannya. Tambah-tambah lagi jika punya masalah berat badan. Namun sampai bila anda mahu berpeluk tubuh dan membiarkan tubuh anda menderita.


Oleh itu, di sini MAIA ingin kongsikan beberapa tips yang nampak remeh tetapi sebenarnya memainkan peranan yang penting supaya program senaman anda akan bertahan lama seterusnya menjadi rutin dan apa yang lebih penting lagi ialah mengelakkan kecederaan.

1- Timbang berat dan ukur ketinggian anda dan kira berapa BMI anda. Kalkulator BMI boleh dicari melalui google. Setelah anda tahu BMI anda, cari jenis senaman yang sesuai. Bagi yang berada pada tahap obesiti, elakkan terus melakukan senaman yang banyak melompat atau pergerakan yang pantas. Antara senaman yang sesuai ialah berjalan kaki dan senaman menggunakan 'exercise ball'. Bagi anda yang berada pada tahap overweight, pilihlah senaman yang menepati minat dan stamina anda. 

2- Jika anda memilih untuk melakukan senaman di dalam rumah, misalnya aerobik, pilates, zumba atau latihan bebanan berpandukan dvd...untuk permulaan tonton dahulu dvd tersebut dari awal senaman hingga akhir dan fahami arahan-arahan serta kaedah gerakan dilakukan. 

3- Pastikan ruang rumah anda cukup dan sesuai untuk aktiviti senaman. Jangan lakukan senaman di atas lantai yang beralas permaidani, ini bagi mengelakkan sebarang kecederaan di lutut dan buku lali.

4- Dapatkan peralatan dan kelengkapan yang sesuai untuk aktiviti senaman anda. 
Antara peralatan yang WAJIB ada ialah kasut sukan dan stokin.

Dalam gambar ni merupakan beberapa item yang saya guna untuk aktiviti kecergasan di rumah.


Kasut sukan
Stokin
Dumbell - 2lb beli kat Avon
            - satu lagi husband punye tapi saya bukakla layer besi tu tak pasang semua.
              (dumbell ada dijual di pasaraya besar macam carrefour)
Exercise mat- beli di Carrefour (saya perlukan exercise mat ni untuk buat push up dan abs)

By Mayo Clinic staff

Fitness programs: 5 steps to getting started

Are you thinking about starting a fitness program? Good for you! You're only five steps away from a healthier lifestyle.


Starting a fitness program may be one of the best things you can do for your health. Physical activity can reduce your risk of chronic disease, improve your balance and coordination, help you lose weight — even improve your sleep habits and self-esteem. And there's more good news. You can do it in just five steps.

Step 1: Assess your fitness level

You probably have some idea of how fit you are. But assessing and recording baseline fitness scores can give you benchmarks against which to measure your progress. To assess your aerobic and muscular fitness, flexibility and body composition, consider recording:
  • Your pulse rate before and after you walk 1 mile (1.6 kilometers)
  • How long it takes you to walk 1 mile (1.6 kilometers)
  • How many push-ups you can do at a time
  • How far you can reach forward while seated on the floor with your legs in front of you
  • Your waist circumference as measured around your bare abdomen just above your hipbone
  • Your body mass index

Step 2: Design your fitness program

It's easy to say that you'll exercise every day. But you'll need a plan. As you design your fitness program, keep these points in mind:
  • Consider your fitness goals. Are you starting a fitness program to help lose weight? Or do you have another motivation, such as preparing for a marathon? Having clear goals can help you gauge your progress.
  • Create a balanced routine. Most adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity — or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity — a week. Adults also need two or more days of strength training a week.
  • Go at your own pace. If you're just beginning to exercise, start cautiously and progress slowly. If you have an injury or a medical condition, consult your doctor or a physical therapist for help designing a fitness program that gradually improves your range of motion, strength and endurance.
  • Build activity into your daily routine. Finding time to exercise can be a challenge. To make it easier, schedule time to exercise as you would any other appointment. Plan to watch your favorite show while walking on the treadmill, or read while riding a stationary bike.
  • Plan to include different activities. Different activities (cross-training) can keep exercise boredom at bay. Cross-training also reduces your chances of injuring or overusing one specific muscle or joint. Plan to alternate among activities that emphasize different parts of your body, such as walking, swimming and strength training.
  • Allow time for recovery. Many people start exercising with frenzied zeal — working out too long or too intensely — and give up when their muscles and joints become sore or injured. Plan time between sessions for your body to rest and recover.
  • Put it on paper. A written plan may encourage you to stay on track.
  • Step 3: Assemble your equipment

    You'll probably start with athletic shoes. Be sure to pick shoes designed for the activity you have in mind.
    If you're planning to invest in exercise equipment, choose something that's practical, enjoyable and easy to use. You may want to try out certain types of equipment at a fitness center before investing in your own equipment. To stretch your exercise dollars, consider buying used equipment. Or get creative. Make your own weights by filling old socks with beans or pennies, or by partially filling a half-gallon milk jug with water or sand and securing the tops with duct tape.

    Step 4: Get started

    Now you're ready for action. As you begin your fitness program, keep these tips in mind:
    • Start slowly and build up gradually. Give yourself plenty of time to warm up and cool down with easy walking or gentle stretching. Then speed up to a pace you can continue for five to 10 minutes without getting overly tired. As your stamina improves, gradually increase the amount of time you exercise. Work your way up to 30 to 60 minutes of exercise most days of the week.
    • Break things up if you have to. You don't have to do all your exercise at one time. Shorter but more-frequent sessions have aerobic benefits, too. Fifteen minutes of exercise a couple of times a day may fit into your schedule better than a single 30-minute session.
    • Be creative. Maybe your workout routine includes various activities, such as walking, bicycling or rowing. But don't stop there. Take a weekend hike with your family or spend an evening ballroom dancing.
    • Listen to your body. If you feel pain, shortness of breath, dizziness or nausea, take a break. You may be pushing yourself too hard.
    • Be flexible. If you're not feeling good, give yourself permission to take a day or two off.

    Step 5: Monitor your progress

    Retake your personal fitness assessment six weeks after you start your program and then again every three to six months. You may notice that you need to increase the amount of time you exercise in order to continue improving. Or you may be pleasantly surprised to find that you're exercising just the right amount to meet your fitness goals.
    If you lose motivation, set new goals or try a new activity. Exercising with a friend or taking a class at a fitness center may help, too.
    Starting an exercise program is an important decision. But it doesn't have to be an overwhelming one. By planning carefully and pacing yourself, you can establish a healthy habit that lasts a lifetime.

Bengkel Penulisan Karya Buku Remaja April 2013

Hebahan..kepada warga UKM dan sesiapa yang berminat untuk turut serta dalam Bengkel Penulisan Karya Buku Remaja anjuran FSSK dan DBP, bolehla mendaftar dengan Prof. Madya Dr. Mawar Shafei melalui nombor atau emel tertera.  Jumpa di sana....

SWEET LIZAHANUM GIVEAWAY..Suka-suka nak bagi hadiah....

Dah tak ramai blogger buat contest atau giveaway sekarang ni kan...tapi Lizahanum tetap bermurah hati dan rajin buat GA. Sebelum ni saya dah pernah dapat buku-buku doa daripada Lizahanum, terima kasih ye Liza. Kali ni nak cuba tuah lagi, mana tau ada rezekikan. Bercerita tentang hadiah, hadiah yang menjadi idaman...


Siapa di sini selalu dalam mood stres? Dalam dunia serba mendesak dan serba pantas ni, boleh dikatakan setiap orang akan melalui fasa stres dalam hari-hari yang dilaluinya. Namun kadang-kadang kita biarkan stres itu melarat dan memudaratkan tanpa mengetahui bagaimana melegakannya. 

Bercuti? Makan angin? Itu cara hilangkan stres gaya orang ada-ada, gaya orang banyak duit tapi banyak kerja atau tanggungjawab. Macam mana dengan kita yang stres sebab segalanya cukup-cukup ni? Atau stres menempuh pengajian, tentu saja tak ada bajet lebih untuk bercuti bagai,kan.

Mudah saja, BERSEBENAMLAH. Terpulang kepada anda mahu pilih senaman yang bagaimana. Mahu memulakan senaman itu memang rasa berat tambahan pula bagi yang tidak pernah melakukannya atau tidak menjadikannya rutin.Tapi sampai bila kita harus dibelenggu dengan 'keberatan' itu. Senaman terbukti punya pelbagai manfaat untuk fizikal dan emosi kita. Ubahlah cara hidup kita hari ini. Saya pun dulu masa mula-mula buat senaman pancit juga, tapi bak kata pepatah 'alah bisa tegal biasa'. Badan kita ni sebenarnya kuat, tetapi kita tak pernah beri dia tugas yang sepatutnya dia lakukan secara rutin. Ala-la mesin berkaratlah :-)

Tips: Untuk mengelakkan anda mudah pancit, ambil Performance Drink Shaklee sebelum dan selepas senaman. Anda pasti dapat bersenam dengan lebih bertenaga.


Kita tengok apa kata MayoClinic pasal ni.

Exercise and stress: Get moving to manage stress

Exercise in almost any form can act as a stress reliever. Being active can boost your feel-good endorphins and distract you from daily worries.

By Mayo Clinic staff
You know that exercise does your body good, but you're too busy and stressed to fit it into your routine. Hold on a second — there's good news when it comes to exercise and stress.
Virtually any form of exercise, from aerobics to yoga, can act as a stress reliever. If you're not an athlete or even if you're downright out of shape, you can still make a little exercise go a long way toward stress management. Discover the connection between exercise and stress relief — and why exercise should be part of your stress management plan.

Exercise and stress relief

Exercise increases your overall health and your sense of well-being, which puts more pep in your step every day. But exercise also has some direct stress-busting benefits.
  • It pumps up your endorphins. Physical activity helps to bump up the production of your brain's feel-good neurotransmitters, called endorphins. Although this function is often referred to as a runner's high, a rousing game of tennis or a nature hike also can contribute to this same feeling.
  • It's meditation in motion. After a fast-paced game of racquetball or several laps in the pool, you'll often find that you've forgotten the day's irritations and concentrated only on your body's movements. As you begin to regularly shed your daily tensions through movement and physical activity, you may find that this focus on a single task, and the resulting energy and optimism, can help you remain calm and clear in everything that you do.
  • It improves your mood. Regular exercise can increase self-confidence and lower the symptoms associated with mild depression and anxiety. Exercise also can improve your sleep, which is often disrupted by stress, depression and anxiety. All this can ease your stress levels and give you a sense of command over your body and your life.
  • A successful exercise program begins with a few simple steps.
    • Consult with your doctor. If you haven't exercised for some time and you have health concerns, you may want to talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise routine.
    • Walk before you run. Build up your fitness level gradually. Excitement about a new program can lead to overdoing it and possibly even injury. For most healthy adults, the Department of Health and Human Services recommends getting at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity (think brisk walking or swimming) or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity (such as running). If you're new to exercise, start at the moderate level and then add vigorous activity as your fitness improves.
    • Do what you love. Virtually any form of exercise or movement can increase your fitness level while decreasing your stress. The most important thing is to pick an activity that you enjoy. Examples include walking, stair climbing, jogging, bicycling, yoga, tai chi, gardening, weightlifting and swimming.
    • Pencil it in. Although your schedule may necessitate a morning workout one day and an evening activity the next, carving out some time to move every day helps you make your exercise program an ongoing priority.

    Stick with it

    Starting an exercise program is just the first step. Here are some tips for sticking with a new routine or reinvigorating a tired workout:
    • Set SMART goals. Write down specific, measureable, attainable, relevant and time-limited goals. If your primary goal is to reduce stress in your life and recharge your batteries, your specific goals might include committing to walking during your lunch hour three times a week or, if needed, finding a baby sitter to watch your children so that you can slip away to attend a cycling class.
    • Find a friend. Knowing that someone is waiting for you to show up at the gym or the park can be a powerful incentive. Working out with a friend, co-worker or family member often brings a new level of motivation and commitment to your workouts.
    • Change up your routine. If you've always been a competitive runner, take a look at other less competitive options that may help with stress reduction, such as Pilates or yoga classes. As an added bonus, these kinder, gentler workouts may enhance your running while also decreasing your stress.
    • Exercise in increments. Even brief bouts of activity offer benefits. For instance, if you can't fit in one 30-minute walk, try three 10-minute walks instead. What's most important is making regular physical activity part of your lifestyle.
    Whatever you do, don't think of exercise as just one more thing on your to-do list. Find an activity you enjoy — whether it's an active tennis match or a meditative meander down to a local park and back — and make it part of your regular routine. Any form of physical activity can help you unwind and become an important part of your approach to easing stress.

Korean Drama Review: 7th Grade Civil Servant

Sempat juga mengkhatamkan drama ni di maadu. Saja je tak marathon dengan tengok cd, tengok je drama yang tengah tayang, jadi seminggu dapat tengok 2jam je dan kena tunggu minggu depan pulak. Saya tengok drama ni sebab adanya Joo Won dongseng kesayangan.hehe. Walaupun agak frust dengan pemilihan heroin oleh pihak...

KERAP JATUH SAKIT? RANGSANG SISTEM IMUN ANDA DENGAN MAKANAN-MAKANAN INI

Gambar: Kredit kepada GenkiMomma.com RANGSANG SISTEM IMUN TUBUH Kita perlukan cukup bekalan vitamin dan mineral untuk memastikan sistem imun tubuh berfungsi dengan berkesan. Sekiranya anda berasa kesihatan tubuh semakin menurun, tingkatkan sistem tubuh dengan makanan berikut: Kaya Vitamin CBuah-buahan sitrus, tembikai,...


Lama juga dah tak mencorat-coret di sini. Sekadar pos promosi Shaklee dan info suplemen je. Masa sangat mencemburui. Tapi hari ni sekadar nak mencoret sedikit.

Sekejap tadi saya sempat layan fb. Nampak status anak saudara, gadis sunti belasan tahun yang baru ada akaun fb sendiri. Bagusnya dia, walaupun baru dan excited, tapi pos yang baik-baik saja, bahasa pun kemas dan teratur. Cuma, berlaku sedikit kesilapan yang pada saya tentu saja tak disengajakan.

Anak saudara saya ni tinggal dengan bapa dan ibu tirinya setelah ibu dan bapanya bercerai. Adik-beradik ramai, sebahagian tinggal dengan ibu dan sebahagian lagi tinggal dengan bapa. Ibu tiri alhamdulillah baik, sanggup jaga anak yang kecik-kecik, dan walaupun dah ada anak sendiri tetap jaga anak-anak tiri dengan baik. Mungkin atas faktor itu, anak saudara saya ni tak terasa kekurangan kasih ibu dalam keluarganya.

Dalam status fbnya, dia menulis azamnya untuk belajar bersungguh-sugguh hingga berjaya, untuk menggembirakan abah, ibu dan adik-adik. Dia juga menyeru adik-adiknya supaya belajar bersungguh-sungguh demi membalas jasa abah.

Masa saya baca, saya sudah nampak lompang di situ. Saya tertanya..ibu yang dimaksudkan itu siapa. Kenapa tidak ada abang dan kakak..kenapa hanya ada adik. (Dia yg paling besar di kalangan adik-beradik yang tinggal dengan bapa). Tapi saya abaikan saja kerana saya tak nampak dia online.

Tak lama kemudian..terbit komen di bawah..daripada ibu kandung. Ayatnya menunjukkan berkecil hati dan rasa dilupakan..walaupun tetap mendoakan si anak. Saya yang tengok..speechless...rasa macam..alahaiii... Tidak lama selepas itu, si ibu tadi menulis status..tentang hatinya yang terasa dan terluka. Saya faham, tapi saya tak dapat komen di kedua-dua status sebab saya rasa isu ini sensitif.

Dalam kes ni, saya tak salahkan anak 100% sebab dia masih lagi muda, dia belum pandai untuk memikirkan baik dan buruk status yang dia update. Mungkin dia tak sangka ada kelompongan yang akan menyebabkan orang lain terasa hati. Si ibu pun, walaupun sepatutnya memahami..tetapi hati ibu tentu saja terasa bila diri bagai dilupakan kerana dialah yang melahirkan dan membesarkan sehingga takdir menentukan mereka terpisah. 

Jadi, bagi ibu bapa di luar sana yang telah pun memberi izin kepada anak-anak remaja mempunyai akaun fb sendiri, pantau-pantaulah. Sebelum beri keizinan, jelaskan kepada mereka niat, matlamat, pantang-larang dan aturab berfacebook. Terangkan bahawa facebook ni bukan kita dan rakan kita saja yang dapat lihat...boleh dikatakan, apa yang kita tulis dan paparkan adalah apa yang ingin kita tunjuk dan cerita pada orang lain. Tiada rahsia..semua boleh nampak. Kena fikir dalam facebook kita ada ahli keluarga dekat dan jauh, ada rakan-rakan, ada juga bekas rakan, ada guru-guru dan bekas guru dan ramai lagi.

Semoga kita yang dewasa ini pun bertimbang-timbang untuk update status di facebook kita. 

Promosi Shaklee April 2013: Nutriferon

Bulan April 2013 ini Shaklee mempromosikan makanan tambahan untuk sistem imun badan yang dikenali sebagai Nutriferon. Maklumat di bawah adalah berkenaan Nutriferon. Dicipta oleh pakar imun, Dr. Yasuhiko Kojima Satu-satunya suplemen yang dicipta oleh pakar imun - Dr. Yasuhiko Kojima.  Lebih 40 Tahun...