Caffeine – Good or Bad?

Coffee or Caffeine is now an important part of our day-to-day routine. From a faithful country of chai fans, we Indians have fast adjusted to Cappuccino & Latte. Lately, there’s been quite a bit of misunderstanding and even debate surrounding caffeine.

So, what are the definite Effects of Caffeine –? 

Caffeine has some different and instant effects on the body. Only a few minutes after we intake caffeine, we feel the effects of the stimulant. Caffeine has the capability to stay in your body system for several hours. Once in your system, caffeine directly influences some hormonal functions. It provides a rush of adrenaline, which results in a momentary boost that can be followed by ensuing exhaustion. 

It also stimulates the stress hormone which may lead to mood swings & increase in your hunger. Caffeine is certainly good if you want to stay alert; nonetheless, Caffeine sooner or later may hamper with your sleep.

Many specialists consider that increased intensities of caffeine may lead to stronger cravings for fat and carbohydrates, and cause the body to store fat in the tummy. The reason behind this is cortisol hormone which is stimulated by caffeine. 

The Conclusion:

So how do we control the amount of caffeine in our daily activities? With potential negative and positive health consequences, caffeine can be your friend, but in controlled doses. 

Here are few tips which shall help you control your intake of caffeine: 

Control Caffeine quantity: Don’t Take Too Much Caffeine. Higher levels of caffeine may lead to health risks, as well as the risk of physical dependence that can come with four cups of coffee or more each day. So, it’s wise to limit your caffeine intake. 

Avoid Caffeine intake after dusk - Because sleep is essential for proper physical functioning of your body, and caffeine can stay in your system for 8 hours or longer, try limiting your caffeine intake to the first part of the day to make sure that your sleep isn’t disturbed. 

Have a cup of coffee along with your daily exercises - Caffeine is best when consumed before exercise—that way your routine is boosted and the stress-management profits of exercise can keep you fit and less strained throughout the day.

Regular Exercise extends your Life Span

A new research study revealed that as little as 15 minutes of exercise daily can extend your life span by as much as three years

Taiwanese researchers surveyed more than 400,000 study applicants in a 12-year period, where patients self-reported their weekly workout routine and were then categorized in one of the five groups: inactive, low, medium, high or very high exercise routine. 

The research revealed that individuals in the low-exercise group, who spent minimum of 15 minutes on fitness per day, reduced their risk of dying by 10 per cent and had a three-year longer life expectancy than the inactive group. More exercise led to greater life gains. Every added 15 minutes of daily exercise further reduced all-cause death rates by 4%. 

Exercise reduces disease and death dramatically for all major progressive diseases. According to a study involving over 13,000 participants cited by Ray Kurzweil in The Future of Aging, the overall death rate for moderate exercisers was 60% less than the sedentary group–and the high fitness group scored much better. Yet some 70% of Americans do not participate in any type of physical activity.

Exercise is critical to help dodge or reduce diabetes as well as most other diseases. According to the American Diabetes Association, exercising moderately for only thirty minutes a day coupled with a 5-10% reduction in body weight resulted in an astonishing 58% reduction in diabetes.

News Source: Times of India, & Xango

Eating Habits - A new way of positivity

After a long stressful day at work, you feel that nothing is according to your wish, and suddenly the negative feelings just creep up into your thoughts. Office stress is a very common occurrence. Office stress comes about because of the burdens of the work, which is not so easy to describe. The trouble is that stress leads to tension and bad temper which can sometimes spoil your moments while you are with your family. There is definitely a way to beat the office blues, eat a healthy & fresh diet that will help you calm down your brain.

Recently, Researchers have found how micro-nutrients found in certain fruits and veggies can have a rapid influence on our brain. They found that some foodstuffs like blueberries, cocoa and green vegetables provide an immediate lift to our mental sharpness and mood, and help to clear off unhappiness. Also we share along some diet tips that will help you fight the stress.

Here are some recommendations that will help you eat better:

Plan a diet with all necessary Nutrients - Nutrients in foods upkeep the body's repair and progress. Plan a diet which includes all essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, and protein.  Deficiency in any of these nutrients may upset your health and can even cause sickness.

Proteins help you increase attentiveness – High protein foods such as beans, peas, poultry and milk products hold an amino acid called tyrosine. Tyrosine provides a boost to your brain cells which benefits you to be attentive and makes it easier to concentrate.

Try the Mediterranean diet - The Mediterranean food is a balanced, healthy eating arrangement that includes good amount of fruits, nuts, vegetables, cereals, legumes, and fish. The diet consists of all the important nutrients and anti-oxidants which help you soothe your brain cells and decrease tension & stress.

Control your Routine Habits – Most people also experience stress due to their smoking or drinking habits. Besides, drinks and foods containing caffeine can generate nervousness in your mind and make it difficult to sleep at night. Dropping down on caffeine after noon each day can surely help you get a better night's sleep.

So cut down on your stress levels and live a stress free life.