Insults are best ignored!

Do you agree?


PS. I saw an article with title "Insults are best ignored" by GAry Hayden in the Mind Your Body of the Straits Times dated 2011-09-29, Thursday

Change your diet, heal your eczema!

I saw the following question in the Mind Your Body of the Straits Times dated 2011-09-29.

Based on my personal experience, to heal her eczema completely the 14-year-old girl need to change her diet to a healthy plant based diet and take healthy supplements and avoid almost all processed food and junk food for at least 4 months to 1 year or longer. If you need more information, please let me know.

Eczema getting worse

Question: My 14-year-old daughter has eczema. Flaky patches used to appear only on the crooks of her arms and behind the knees.

But since early last year, she has been getting flaky patches all around her neck and on her eyelids. They are often itchy.

Our family doctor prescribed Dermasone which does not seem to work for her. She showers with Cetaphil and applies moisturisers.

What else can she do to treat the eczema and alleviate the itch and discomfort?

Answer (by DR CHRIS FOO, specialist in dermatology at Raffles Hospital): Please read http://www.straitstimes.com/MindYourBody/HealthHelp/Story/STIStory_717709.html

My Weight (Loss) Management from 2007-05-28 to 2011-09-28 (weight loss by Calories Restriction With Optimal Nutrition - CRON)

My Weight (Loss) Management from 2007-05-28 to 2011-09-28 (weight loss by Calories Restriction With Optimal Nutrition - CRON)

2007-05-28 morning, my weight = 65.0 kg, BMI = 23.588

2007-06-28 morning, my weight = 61.0 kg, BMI = 22.136

2007-07-28 morning, my weight = 59.0 kg, BMI = 21.410

2007-08-28 morning, my weight = 58.7 kg, BMI = 21.302

2007-09-28 morning, my weight = 57.5 kg, BMI = 20.866

2007-10-28 morning, my weight = 57.5 kg, BMI = 20.866

2007-11-28 morning, my weight = 56.2 kg, BMI = 20.394

2007-12-28 morning, my weight = 55.5 kg, BMI = 20.140

2008-01-28 morning, my weight = 54.8 kg, BMI = 19.886

2008-02-28 morning, my weight = 54.8 kg, BMI = 19.886

2008-03-28 morning, my weight = 54.5 kg, BMI = 19.777

2008-04-28 morning, my weight = 54.4 kg, BMI = 19.741

2008-05-28 morning, my weight = 54.1 kg, BMI = 19.632

2008-06-28 morning, my weight = 54.6 kg, BMI = 19.814

2008-07-28 morning, my weight = 54.5 kg, BMI = 19.777

2008-08-28 morning, my weight = 54.3 kg, BMI = 19.705

2008-09-28 morning, my weight = 54.9 kg, BMI = 19.923

2008-10-28 morning, my weight = 55.3 kg, BMI = 20.068

2008-11-28 morning, my weight = 54.5 kg, BMI = 19.777

2008-12-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177

2009-01-28 morning, my weight = 54.8 kg, BMI = 19.886

2009-02-28 morning, my weight = 55.9 kg, BMI = 20.285

2009-03-28 morning, my weight = 54.8 kg, BMI = 19.886

2009-04-28 morning, my weight = 55.3 kg, BMI = 20.068

2009-05-28 morning, my weight = 55.4 kg, BMI = 20.104.

2009-06-28 morning, my weight = 55.2 kg, BMI = 20.031

2009-07-28 morning, my weight = 55.1 kg, BMI = 19.995

2009-08-28 morning, my weight = 55.2 kg, BMI = 20.031

2009-09-28 morning, my weight = 56.3 kg, BMI = 20.431

2009-10-28 morning, my weight = 55.8 kg, BMI = 20.249

2009-11-28 morning, my weight = 56.2 kg, BMI = 20.394

2009-12-28 morning, my weight = 56.1 kg, BMI = 20.358

2010-01-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177

2010-02-28 morning, my weight = 56.5 kg, BMI = 20.503

2010-03-28 morning, my weight = 56.4 kg, BMI = 20.467

2010-04-28 morning, my weight = 55.7 kg, BMI = 20.213

2010-05-28 morning, my weight = 55.1 kg, BMI = 19.995

2010-06-28 morning, my weight = 56.4 kg, BMI = 20.467

2010-07-28 morning, my weight = 55.5 kg, BMI = 20.140

2010-08-28 morning, my weight = 55.8 kg, BMI = 20.249

2010-09-28 morning, my weight = 55.8 kg, BMI = 20.249

2010-10-28 morning, my weight = 55.4 kg, BMI = 20.104

2010-11-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177

2010-12-28 morning, my weight = 55.5 kg, BMI = 20.140

2011-01-28 morning, my weight = 55.4 kg, BMI = 20.104

2011-02-28 morning, my weight = 56.5 kg, BMI = 20.503

2011-03-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177

2011-04-28 morning, my weight = 55.7 kg, BMI = 20.213

2011-05-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177

2011-06-28 morning, my weight = 56.3 kg, BMI = 20.431

2011-07-28 morning, my weight = 56.5 kg, BMI = 20.503

2011-08-28 morning, my weight = 56.9 kg, BMI = 20.649

2011-09-28 morning, my weight = 56.2 kg, BMI = 20.394

Note 1: On 2010-10-30, Tanita BC532 replaced watson Scale because the battery low too fast.

Note 2:

At 0530 hour of 2011-09-28. Watson Scale = 55.7 kg + 500g = 56.2 kg

(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-05-28. Watson Scale = 55.1kg + 500g = 55.6 kg

(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-04-28. Watson Scale = 55.2kg + 500g = 55.7 kg

(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0730 hour of 2011-03-28. Watson Scale = 55.1kg + 500g = 55.6 kg

(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-02-28. Watson Scale = 56.0 kg + 500g = 56.5 kg

(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-01-28. Tanita BC 532 Scale = 55.5 kg

At 0700 hour of 2010-12-28. Tanita BC 532 Scale = 55.5 kg

At 0800 hour of 2010-11-28. Tanita BC 532 Scale = 55.6 kg

At 0530 hour of 2010-10-28. Watson Scale = 54.9 kg + 500g = 55.4 kg. Tanita Scale = not used

At 0530 hour of 2010-09-28. Watson Scale = 55.3 kg + 500g = 55.8kg. Tanita Scale = not used

At 0730 hour of 2010-08-28. Watson Scale = 55.3 kg + 500g = 55.8kg. Tanita Scale = not used

At 0530 hour of 2010-07-28. Watson Scale = 55.0 kg + 500g = 55.5kgBut Tanita Scale = not used

At 0530 hour of 2010-06-28. Watson Scale = 55.9 kg + 500g = 56.4 kg But Tanita Scale = 56.2 kg .

At 0650 hour of 2010-04-28. Watson Scale = 55.2 kg andTanita Scale = 55.7 kg which is the same as Watson reading (in kg) + 500g.

At 0630 hour of 2010-05-28. Watson Scale = 54.6 kg + 500g = 55.1 kg

At 0530 hour of 2010-06-28. Watson Scale = 55.8kg + 500g = 56.3 kg

At 0530 hour of 2010-07-28. Watson Scale = 56.0kg + 500g = 56.5 kg

At 0830 hour of 2010-08-28. Watson Scale = 56.4kg + 500g = 56.9 kg

Note: From 2010-02-01, Watson weighing scale had replaced Camry, which became faulty. In the past reading of Camry was about 500g more than that of Watson. To maintain consistency, so my weight =Watson reading (in kg) + 500g

On 2010-03-28, at about 7.40 am, my weight by Camry = 55.9 kg + 500g = 56.4 kg. I also used Tanita BC-532 Body Composition Monitor to confirm that my weight was 56.4 kg.

My current BMI is within the healthy range of 18.5 to 22.9.

For me, the range of healthy weight is 50.9786 kg (BMI = 18.5) to 63.10324 kg (BMI = 22.9).

People with BMI values of 23 kg/m2 (or 25 kg/m2 according to some sources) and above have been found to be at risk of developing heart disease and diabetes.

To be healthy, I must have a healthy weight.

Be as lean as possible without being underweight, as recommended by World Cancer Prevention Foundation, United Kingdom.

Chang brand Wild Floral Honey (670g) Code WF670 (by www.sukhahouse.com )

Info and picture source:

http://www.sukhahouse.com/shop/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=52

On 2011-08-28 (Tue), for the first time I bought a bolttle of Chang brand Wild Floral Honey (670g as marked on the bottle) Code WF670 (by www.sukhahouse.com ) from a stall near my home at S$7.50 (List price S$8.00).

The honey was packed by Supha Bee Farm Chiangmai Co. Ltd, Thailand. www.suphabeefarm.com

This is a product of Thailand. I would use this honey as an ingredient of my daily multi-grain rice.

Wild Floral Honey (670ml)

Harvested from mountains and forests of Chiangmai; it has a light floral flavour and is ideal for all kinds of beverages.
GAP Certified

野花蜜 (670ml)

采自清迈山区森林，它带有芬芳花香，适合各式饮料 及甜品。蜂蜜是最佳的天然食糖，并有抗氧化功能.。
优良农业证明

Why Eat Eggs? ( By www.bordereggs.co.uk)

Info Source: http://www.bordereggs.co.uk/10.html

Fresh, Organic, Free Range Eggs

Why Eat Eggs?
Eggs are one of nature's most nutritious and versatile foods, they can play an important part in a healthy lifestyle. Eggs contain the right kind of fat. One egg contains just 5 grams of fat and only 1.5 grams of that is saturated fat. Eggs are one of the only foods that contain naturally occurring vitamin D.

The Benefits of Eating Eggs: Eggs are low in calories and could actually protect against heart disease, breast cancer and eye problems and even help you to lose weight. Eggs are actually good for you. They are rich in nutrients, one egg provides 13 essential nutrients, all in the yolk (egg whites contain albumen, an important source of protein, and no fat). You should keep eggs in the fridge in their box and eat them by the use-by date.

Fresh, organic eggs that are certified salmonella-free are an excellent food. They contain high levels of selenium which may be lacking in the diet and have cancer- and heart disease-fighting qualities. They're a good source of iodine, which can help to promote healthy thyroid activity and also contain lecithin, a substance that can help to prevent heart disease and gallstones. Eggs are rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E and zinc – both lacking in many older people's diets – as well as the B group, which helps nerve health and stress, and protein. Aim to have about four eggs a week unless you have specifically been told to avoid cholesterol in your diet.

Essential Nutrients
These FAQ's attempt to answer questions that you might have about the nutritional value of eggs including protein, amino acids, vitamins and minerals.

Question 1: Are eggs a high quality source of protein?
Answer Yes, Eggs contain all nine essential amino acids making them an excellent source of high quality protein.

Question 2: What is the nutritional value of an egg?
Answer Eggs have a high nutrient density because they provide significant amounts of vitamins and minerals, yet contain only 71 calories.

Question 3: Are protein foods an important part of a healthy diet?
Answer Yes. Protein is essential for building and repairing tissue. It is also necessary for proper growth and development. Muscles, organs, skin, hair as well as antibodies, enzymes, and hormones are all made from protein.

10 Health Benefits of Eggs (by www.healthdiaries.com)

Picture source:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Chicken_egg_2009-06-04.jpg

10 Health Benefits of Eggs (by www.healthdiaries.com)

Info Source:

http://www.healthdiaries.com/eatthis/10-health-benefits-of-eggs.html

Some of you may have eaten eggs over the Easter weekend so I thought I'd post ten health benefits of eggs (and it doesn't count if they were chocolate eggs!)

1. Eggs are great for the eyes. According to one study, an egg a day may prevent macular degeneraton due to the carotenoid content, specifically lutein and zeaxanthin. Both nutrients are more readily available to our bodies from eggs than from other sources.

2. In another study, researchers found that people who eat eggs every day lower their risk of developing cataracts, also because of the lutein and zeaxanthin in eggs.

3. One egg contains 6 grams of high-quality protein and all 9 essential amino acids.

4. According to a study by the Harvard School of Public Health, there is no significant link between egg consumption and heart disease. In fact, according to one study, regular consumption of eggs may help prevent blood clots, stroke, and heart attacks.

5. They are a good source of choline. One egg yolk has about 300 micrograms of choline. Choline is an important nutrient that helps regulate the brain, nervous system, and cardiovascular system.

6. They contain the right kind of fat. One egg contains just 5 grams of fat and only 1.5 grams of that is saturated fat.

7. New research shows that, contrary to previous belief, moderate consumption of eggs does not have a negative impact on cholesterol. In fact, recent studies have shown that regular consumption of two eggs per day does not affect a person's lipid profile and may, in fact, improve it. Research suggests that it is saturated fat that raises cholesterol rather than dietary cholesterol.

8. Eggs are one of the only foods that contain naturally occurring vitamin D.

9. Eggs may prevent breast cancer. In one study, women who consumed at least 6 eggs per week lowered their risk of breast cancer by 44%.

10. Eggs promote healthy hair and nails because of their high sulphur content and wide array of vitamins and minerals. Many people find their hair growing faster after adding eggs to their diet, especially if they were previously deficient in foods containing sulphur or B12.

Healthy diet produces Healthy Body

You are what you eat.

What you eat becomes part of you.

Part of the healthy food you eat forms part of your body.

Part of the unhealthy food you eat also forms part of your body.

Healthy food produces healthy body.

Unhealthy food produces unhealthy body.

No amount of physical exercises can produce healthy body if you eat unhealthy food most of the times.

Your moving around at home or work place can be considered as a form of light exercise.

To be healthy, eating healthy food most of the times is much more important than doing exercise!

The confession by 60-year-old unhealthy man with unhealthy diet

Note: Based my personal experience, to be healthy, eating healthy food most of the time is much more important than doing exercise. Your moving around at home or work place can be considered as a form of light exercise. No junk food. Avoid most of the processed food.

The following is the confession (via email to a friend of mine) by 60-year-old unhealthy man with unhealthy diet:

Many things suggest that my health is deteriorating.

Fading memory, poor listening capacity, floaters in the eye, struggling to read and listen and diabetes, etc. I am unable to control urine at times.

Fading memory is the most frustrating of all in my life.

Despite having regular exercises, I am still having health problems.

I suspect it is due to my diet, I love food, enjoy eating so much that it is to a extent of being unable to resist the food temptation.

Good foods are unhealthy, generally.

I have to take drastic actions to change my diet to healthy one before it is too late!

The Tanita Body Composition Monitor (analyzer) (SC 330S)

The following Tanita Body Composition Monitor (Analyzer)SC-330 was used to analyse my Body Composition on 2011-09-10:
Info and picture source:

http://www.dolbycare.co.uk/item/Tanita_TanitaSC330SBodyCompositionAnalyser_133_36_191_1.html

The Tanita Body Composition Monitor/Scale (SC330S)

Monitoring body composition is a powerful way to show your customers the benefits they are gaining by losing weight with their diet programme. The clinically accurate readings from the SC330 gives you the opportunity to discuss in detail your client’s weight loss progress. The personalised readings helps clients understand the impact of the Diet on their body which in turn is more likely to help keep them motivated.

Using the latest Tanita BIA dual frequency technology, the SC330 is:

• Easy to use - with backlit buttons to guide you through the data input
• Fast - printing a personal report in under 20 seconds
• Accurate - providing clinically accurate and validated results
• Reliable—calibrated up to 300,000 uses and backed by a three year manufacturer’s warranty
• Convenient—with a maximum capacity of 42 stone 6 lbs

This product is available at a special price to selected Diet Counsellors. To receive this special price and a free carry case, please enter your promotional code when in the shopping cart page or call 01786 431580 to order by phone.

My Chronological (actual) age vs. My Metabolic Age in the evening on 2011-09-10 (Saturday)

Re: My Chronological (actual) age vs. My Metabolic Age in the evening on 2011-09-10 (Saturday)

On 2011-09-10, Saturday, in the evening, my body composition was analysed by Tanita Body Composition Analyzer SC-330 at the Lifestream booth at World Food Fair 2011 at Suntec City.

My Chronological (actual) age is 61.

My Metabolic Age according to Tanita Body Composition Analyzer SC-330 was 36 as at 2011-09-10.

If the measurement results is reliable and a good indicator of the actual age of my body, it must be due to My mainly plant-based diet with High Fibre, Low Protein, Low Fat, Low Salt and Low Sugar intake.