Thursday, March 26, 2009
veena singh
Veena Singh
I recently reduced about 25 pounds. I did it in a completely natural and healthy way. No, I did not take Metabolife, and no, I did not have to give up eating. Everywhere I go, people are asking me what did I do to reduce. Well, I thought I’d write about it to help anyone who is interested. These tips have worked for me, and I am talking in layman’s terms. Therefore, an expert in the field may not agree with the way I put it across, but I am only putting it across the way it was put across to me.
I gathered my information on a cruise. I attended all the seminars in the gym and spa area. I came to realize so many misconceptions and so many things I was doing wrong. Not eating to lose weight is a big NO, NO. Yes, you do lose weight, but not the weight you want to. Not eating puts the body in starvation mode, and instead of your body getting its daily requirement of energy from your body’s fat, it take from your body’s muscle. When we lose weight, we do not want to lose muscle, we want to lose fat.
On the cruise, I went to a seminar called “Do you have a sluggish metabolism?” In the seminar, they used an instrument on me that took my height and weight into consideration, and it provided me with my body fat weight and percentage, my muscle weight and percentage, and my water weight and percentage. I was told that most fitness places have such an instrument. Due to my misconception of not eating to lose weight, my muscle weight was less, my water weight was less, and my fat weight was slightly more than it should have been.
To burn fat, you need to have more muscle weight. Four or five days a week, I walk in the park 2.25 miles with my friends. Exercising releases endorphins, which actually energize you and make you feel great. Endorphins are a great anti-depressant and relieve stress. If you cannot walk in the park or run, get a bike or treadmill and watch television and work out. I have 3lb weights that I use while I watch TV. The point is build muscle.
By sweating (exercising, using a steam room, zaccuzi, sauna, etc.), you can increase your basal body temperature, which puts your metabolism to work.
Buy a dry skin brush (you can get them at body shops). Before taking a shower or bath, brush on your legs and arms toward the heart, and brush clockwise over the abdomen. Dry skin is an indication of poor circulation, which means a poor metabolism. Dry skin brushing improves circulation. Exfoliating also improves circulation. In body shops, you can buy a sandy like or crystal like cream that you use on your body to improve circulation and your skin (they remove the dead skin).
Since my water weight was less, I was slightly dehydrated. They told me to drink lots and lots of water, which was something I was poor at. I used to drink lots and lots of diet soda, which is horrible, why? : 1) anything made of artificial substances creates toxins in the body which could lead to fat deposits such as cellulite 2) drinking and eating natural and fresh food and drink is the best (avoid canned, pre-packaged food, ready-made foods, and food with chemicals or preservatives). Aim to drink at least about eight 8oz glasses of water a day. Drinking so much water does require you to make more trips to the rest room, but it is worth it. My skin is less dry and an added glow comes on the face. Best of all, it puts the metabolism to work.
The metabolism gets put to work after each meal. I was told to try and have 5 to 6 small meals as opposed to 3 big meals. I was told my daily calorie requirement was 1200(This daily calorie requirement varies from person to person. The instrument they used on me to get my muscle weight, etc. provided this information.), and therefore, my 5 to 6 meals should give me at least that much of calories. Be sure to have a balanced diet including at least four servings of calcium. Be sure to also take a multivitamin daily as well.
One pound is equivalent to 3500 calories. In my example, if I consume 1200 calories in a day, and I burn off 700 calories in a day due to exercise, work, life, etc. I will lose a pound in 5 days.
Here is the information given to me:
1) Start the day with a cup of hot water with lemon juice.
2) Dry skin brush every morning before you shower-always toward the heart and clockwise over the abdomen.
3) Exfoliate 2 times a week.
4) Massage-self massage daily, professional massage once a week.
5) Aim for 30 minutes exercise per day and 10 minutes relaxation per day.
6) Two times a week, soak 20 minutes in bath salts.
7) Try and use the steam room or sauna two times a week for 30 minutes.
8) Food beneficial to liver and kidney – aim to eat two of each group every day.
a.Liver: black grapes, garlic, fennel or dandelion tea or green tea, carrot or beetroot juice.
b.Kidney: fresh honey, cranberry juice/tablets, melon (alone without other food).
9) Limit/avoid common colon irritants/food intolerances: wheat products (breads, pasta, flour), caffeine, chocolate, alcohol, malt, yeast, barley, maize, rye, refined flours, refined sugar, refined starch.
10) Avoid artificial sweeteners, preservatives, and food additives.
11) Eat organic foods in their most “natural” state – fresh fruit and vegetables.
12) Avoid processed, pre-packaged, ready made foods and meals.
13) Reduce fat, sugar, and salt intake.
Aromatherapy detox oils: Juniper, Rosemary, Pine.
TO Lose Body Fat & Increase Muscle
Cardio 3-5 times per week, 35+ minutes
Weights/Toning, 2-3 times per week, 30 + minutes
Stretching 1-2 times per week, 20 minutes
Consistency, Consistency, Consistency
1. 5-6 small meals per day.
2. Drink lots and lots of water.
3. Aim for salad plate sized meals, half the plate covered in veggies, a quarter with carbohydrates, and a quarter with proteins (look at your plate).
4. Take a multi-vitamin daily.
5. The 80/20 rule: Make health oriented food choices 80 percent of the time, other fun foods 20 percent of the time. Or, 6 days on, 1 day off.
Stress & Energy:
Remember, stress is toxic to your body. If you do not take time out to relax, you will prohibit the maximum functioning of your health and vitality, and this will prevent you from achieving ideal form. Incorporate relaxation therapies into your every day life!
http://www.quizbox.com/personality/test82.aspx
i've tried it . Have you?
Your view on yourself:
You are down-to-earth and people like you because you are so straightforward. You are an efficient problem solver because you will listen to both sides of an argument before making a decision that usually appeals to both parties.
The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:
You are a true romantic. When you are in love, you will do anything and everything to keep your love true.
Your readiness to commit to a relationship:
You are ready to commit as soon as you meet the right person. And you believe you will pretty much know as soon as you might that person.
The seriousness of your love:
You like to flirt and behave seductively. The opposite sex finds this very attractive, and that's why you'll always have admirers hanging off your arms. But how serious are you about choosing someone to be in a relationship with?
Your views on education
Education is less important than the real world out there, away from the classroom. Deep inside you want to start working, earning money and living on your own.
The right job for you:
You're a practical person and will choose a secure job with a steady income. Knowing what you like to do is important. Find a regular job doing just that and you'll be set for life.
How do you view success:
You are confident that you will be successful in your chosen career and nothing will stop you from trying.
What are you most afraid of:
You are afraid of things that you cannot control. Sometimes you show your anger to cover up how you feel.
Who is your true self:
You are full of energy and confidence. You are unpredictable, with moods changing as quickly as an ocean. You might occasionally be calm and still, but never for long.
Try again | Give me more
http://www.quizbox.com/personality/test82.aspx
i've tried it . Have you?
Your view on yourself:
You are down-to-earth and people like you because you are so straightforward. You are an efficient problem solver because you will listen to both sides of an argument before making a decision that usually appeals to both parties.
The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:
You are a true romantic. When you are in love, you will do anything and everything to keep your love true.
Your readiness to commit to a relationship:
You are ready to commit as soon as you meet the right person. And you believe you will pretty much know as soon as you might that person.
The seriousness of your love:
You like to flirt and behave seductively. The opposite sex finds this very attractive, and that's why you'll always have admirers hanging off your arms. But how serious are you about choosing someone to be in a relationship with?
Your views on education
Education is less important than the real world out there, away from the classroom. Deep inside you want to start working, earning money and living on your own.
The right job for you:
You're a practical person and will choose a secure job with a steady income. Knowing what you like to do is important. Find a regular job doing just that and you'll be set for life.
How do you view success:
You are confident that you will be successful in your chosen career and nothing will stop you from trying.
What are you most afraid of:
You are afraid of things that you cannot control. Sometimes you show your anger to cover up how you feel.
Who is your true self:
You are full of energy and confidence. You are unpredictable, with moods changing as quickly as an ocean. You might occasionally be calm and still, but never for long.
Try again | Give me more
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Look at those arms...
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Reading up and planning
Read up and note down the places where i am interested, usually the adventures and hunts. Thereafter, go online do research about it, confirm the cost and than proceed with my daily itinery. Budget $800 Per person Inclusive of airtickets and accomodation. So we need a very very budget plan/ trip.
Hope for the best
For things to become better, you need to become better.
Read it from yvonne friend's facebook.
A change for yourself and not for others.
Got it from a very close friend of mind.
Keeping hope alive...
For you...For always....
Monday, March 23, 2009
Hope...
Scrolling down...
Looking back on those times when we both hold hands walking up and down Cineleisure. Movies, darts..
The best memories, KL trip and Party world singing session. Marina Barrage with his family. Danial, miss you so much.
So much memories.. But its all layed low...
Heal the pain and hurt.. And hope one day we will be friends back again.
Should i or should i not?
Just now i feel ok, but suddenly i feel the pain again.
Why is this happening.?
Oh dear...
Exercise...
- Get tonned up..
- Do things that i dont like ( jog )
- Be more positive. Dont blame anyone .
- Be strong, dont let anyone look down ..
Back to work...
Friday, March 13, 2009
Look the other way round
Everything seems so different....
Early in the morning i have to type all this shit about my life.. Look how miserable it is! You msged him tell him so much, you bake and everything. He will appreciate? He will know? He will cherish.? HAAAA.... in the end still putting a stop to everything.. Like nothing has happen before.. Shit you!
Thursday, March 12, 2009
I cant help anymore
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
All over again...
That day, my ULTIMATE BROWNIES tasted great!!!!! Whoooo~~~~~~
Nice...
Friday, March 6, 2009
Picture of the baked brownies


Thursday, March 5, 2009
Super Fudge Brownies- DyannBakes
What I Will Need
1 cup butter (2 sticks) 14 tablespoon
6 ounces unsweetened chocolate
2 cups granulated sugar also known as caster sugar
1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
4 eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 170 degress celsius. Butter and flour an 8 by 8 inch baking pan. ( i do not have one) -
2. Melt the butter and chocolate over medium-low heat, stirring untill well blended.
3. Remove butter/chocolate mixture from heat , and stir in sugar and vanilla extract.
4. Add eggs, one at a time , beating well after each addition.
5. Stir in flour; mix in chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
6. Spread batter evenlt in the prepared pan.
7. Sprinkle chocolate chips or chopped nuts evenly across surface.
8. Bake in a 325 degree celsius oven for about 40-45 minutes or untill brownie feels dry on the top.
9. Let the brownies cool in the pan on a rack.
10. When completely cool, cut into squares and store air-tight.
11. Cut into bit-sized pieces and enjoy!
Well , later i will rush home to bake this fudgey brownies for my family and boyfriend. Hope it turns out good. Will capture some picture of the outcome.!! Update tomorrow again...Loves
Beginner to bake
Today i am going to bake CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES. This entire month spend almost 300 on buying baking stuff.. ah.. when will i be able to bake for dear to eat! i will try hard and harder.. I am going to spend on hersheys chocolate instead~!!! shit.. spend money again...
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Ignite!
He will be so busy with his work and me, will be just staying home and find things to do.
I tried baking few days ago , the cookie never work. ah!!!
Got a new recipe just now, going to bake again when i reach home.
I dont know whether am i happy now.
I couldnt adapt to staying home so often,
I will really try..
Most of my time is surrounded by walls.
Morning , noon, evening, night!!
Suffocation no breathing...
Shag..
I need to run under the rain.. to wash away everything!!
Its so heavy...
I DECRIBE MYSELF AS A LONER!
hahax i am afraid of being lonely!
Friday, February 27, 2009
i will definitely remember for life!
Its such a waste,
me myself couldnt believe it.
But the weird thing is,
i can feel the waste but not the pain,
because i know myself what i am doing.
And its misunderstanding.
But his persistence is strong.
Its such a waste.
All effort gone to the bin.
When i feel like giving up, i always ask myself why i held for so long in the first place. Its worth all the wait.. Its worth loving you.. love...
Nothing Compares To you
I care only for my own feelings, but i've never think that you too will be hurt, it just that you dont show it.I'm sorry(to you)
Fortunately, these mistakes are usually not fatal, its just that its repeated mistakes and it makes you feel so impossible.
Lucky to know that you have this kind forgiving character that i really ADORE.(thank you -to you only)
Desperately, i want to change for a better, but i didnt know that i would make the mistakes again( sorry to you ) reason being, its hard to find someone that is another half of you. You're sweet.(only you)
Grateful to you, talking to me about my mistakes and wanting me to change, Honestly i do want to change and make real plans. I dont mean it at times( dear you)
By knowing this mistakes, action speaks louder than words. I've plans for the OPENING move to spark up the love again.( sincere to change for a better)
Give me another day, to prove that i will reverse the situation and correct those mistakes. ( love )
I dare to shout by the streets full of people that I LOVE YOU, and its really you the one that i want.
NOTHING COMPARES TO YOU!!
FOREVER AND FOR ALWAYS...
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
its getting late
Havent had my lunch yet, not hungry. Getting myself a baking oven this weekend and some bakeware.Gonna kill some time, i've been so free. Gonna bake bake bake and bake away all the feelings and eat them..!!
Pressure, stressful , fear.
Each after another, it makes me spin. Mind spinning with lots of problems. I know i cant be perfect, i know i cant change as much. But i am trying and exhausting. Because each and everytime i do the same mistake, i will be reprimanded. So much i wish you could understand me and give in to me. But you couldnt understand. its imbalance. I dont know what to do. I shut myself and ran away. i dont know how long i could run.. i;m tired..
I feel sorry for the times we had. But i know i cant do it all alone by myself.
If only i could have a peaceful one month. no scolding. . . its love life...
I am tired.. good night...
Thursday, February 19, 2009
i want my own things to do
5 years, I WILL give myself 5 years to save whatever that i need and roll it on my interest.( own small business) 5 years.. i will definitely.. have the capital to have a small one on my own.. save is all i have to do now...








