Home Remedies for CONTINUOUS SNEEZING

CONTINUOUS SNEEZING

 

Contiunuous sneezing is mostly a sign of an allergical reaction against some things. Most people have it in summer when the weather is hot and the air is not good because of to many tussocks which gives you a continuous sneezing.

 

Continuous sneezing has nothing to do with a bacteria or a virus and so any antibiotica will helps.

 

If you suffer on continuous sneezing you first have to find out on what you are allergical from and then you can take some medicaments or homeopathic products which gives you a comfortable life.

 

But of course they are also some other remedies you can do and it is better for your health. Use a washing-glove and do it against your face many times a day. Drink a lot of water.

 

Continuous sneezing can be a sign of hay fever. You can't cure it but you can take some preventions to have a comfortable life. Eye-drops for dry eyes is also very good because mostly if you are continuous sneezing dry eyes is mostly a problem too.

 

 

SNEEZING

Don't feel dopey and try not to be grumpy if you achoo on cue. You're just sneezy, so there's nothing to be bashful about. Without dwarfing the size of the problem, you should be happy to know that within limits, you can be your own doc in stopping those noisy nose fits.

 

"A sneeze is usually a response to an allergic nasal irritant," says Howard J. Silk, M.D., a physician at the Atlanta Allergy Clinic and assistant professor of pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. "And you must always guard against common household allergens such as dust, mold, mildew, pets and dust mites."

 

But don't hold your breath--literally or figuratively. After taking all cleaning and allergic precautions, "don't expect miracles right away," Dr. Silk, says. "It could take six months to significantly reduce all the allergic materials in your house." Start with patience, and add the following actions.

 

Muffle your mattress. Beds often harbor mites that feed on dead skin cells, Dr. Silk says. Sheathe mattresses and box springs in an airtight noncotton cover, then wash the sheets regularly in water at least 130°F. That temperature is hot enough to kill the microscopic monsters that cause so many sneezes.

 

Down with down. Though comfortable and natural, down pillows have a big minus: They hold dust and mites, Dr. Silk says. Instead, choose a washable, hypoallergenic polyester pillow. Wash it every few weeks, again in water hot enough to kill any mites that might pervade the polyester.

 

Stuff the stuffed animals. They're cute and cuddly, but stuffed animals and, dolls collect dust and dust mites. To safeguard your sneezing snout, Dr. Silk says, you may have to give your teddy bear to the family archivist. It doesn't belong in your room anymore.

 

Don't get your pet's dander up. People who have allergic reactions to dogs or cats are usually reacting to dander, the small flakes and scales of the animal's skin, according to Dr. Silk. Cat saliva and urine can also be allergens. "If you're allergic to pets, don't keep them," says Dr. Silk. "If you have them and don't want to get rid of them, keep them outside or at least out of the bedroom."

 

Always wash your hands immediately after petting any cat or dog, he recommends, and bathe your pet once a week.

 

Be pro-antihistamine. "If the sneezing spell is short and seasonal, people can try an over-the-counter antihistamine to see if it provides some relief," says Horst R. Konrad, M.D., chairman of the Division of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield. Topical nasal sprays containing cortisone are the most effective medicine for reining in sneezing fits and allergies, according to Dr. Konrad. But these are available only by prescription.

 

Let the grass grow. If plants send your sneeze control haywire, limit your time outside. "Don't mow the lawn," Dr. Konrad says. "Talk someone else into doing it." And keep the windows closed when the grass flies.

 

Don't make a move. You may think relocation is the answer to your allergies, but there are always going to be allergens, no matter where you move. "Obviously, it's hard to avoid spring," says Mark Loury, M.D., assistant professor in the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore. "In the spring, it's tree pollen. In summer and early autumn, sagebrush and tumbleweed pollinate throughout the western United States. In the fall, regardless of location, ragweed and molds are just about everywhere." Dust, of course, is unavoidable year-round, no matter where you live

 

Home Remedies for HANGOVERS

HANGOVERS   What is a hangover? A hangover, medically known as veisalgia, is caused due to the consumption of large amounts of alcohol or some other drug. Hangover is most commonly associated with the after-effects of large consumption of alcohol. This article summarizes the cures and remedies available for alcohol hangovers.

Hangovers are caused by drinking too much alcohol at one time, and are dependent on each person’s tolerance level for alcohol. It can be based on height, weight, and the genetics of a person. Hangover symptoms last only about 24 hours.   The main symptom of a hangover is dehydration and drinking plenty of water can minimize. A headache is a symptom of dehydration and may be relieved by drinking water. Drinking too much alcohol decreases the essential nutrients of the body such as vitamins, minerals, water, and blood sugar.   Some of the important symptoms of hangover are headache, nausea, intestinal upset, and perhaps diarrhea, aches in the muscles and joints, and fatigue. Some alcohol is worse than others - Brandy, red wine, rum, whisky, white wine, gin and vodka Some alcoholics drink more or less steadily, others drink only when under stress or anxiety. Some drink in excess and destroy themselves rapidly. Alcohol often destroys the liver, causing hepatic cirrhosis. It produces gastritis or inflammation of the stomach. Their effect upon the brain is even more marked. Alcohol makes the heart weak and flabby. Some alcoholics may develop the symptoms of peripheral neuritis in which the nerves become weakened and deteriorated. Alcohol in any form may cause intoxication if enough has been taken. It is responsible for many deaths. The alcoholic who is dead drunk can be allowed to sleep off his stupor. This may one or two days. But the man who is half drunk is often violent, and may not be restrained. Young people should avoid the use of alcohol in any form. Many people suffer from a severe headache due to hangover after taking large quantities of alcohol. Alcohol is toxic to the tissues and directly irritates the meninges and coverings of the brain, thus causing pain in the head. The alcohol also dilates the arteries in the brain, and this produces a pain. The best treatment for this type of headache is to avoid the excessive use of alcohol in any form. Hangovers symptoms Dry mouth Your mouth will feel very dry and you will feel that strong urge for wetting your tongue and throat. Headache remedy using Cinnamon Heads feels very heavy and sometime here could be throbbing and painful. You feel sleepy and drowsy. Bloodshot eyes Your eyes may look swollen and will be slightly or very red in color. Your eyes may also dislike exposure to light. Nausea and vomiting Strange sensation in the stomach with a feeling of nausea and vomiting. Dizzy feeling You feel drowsy when you wake up. There is a very strong urge of going back to sleep. Hangover causes Excessive alcohol consumption Ethyl alcohol or ethanol causes a lot of dehydration which causes your mouth to go dry and also is responsible for the heaadaches.     HOME REMEDIES FOR HANGOVERS Hangover cure using water Consume a lot of water before you go to bed. This should priovde some relief to the dehydrating effects of alcohol. Drink lots of water even after you wake up. Hangover remedy: eat some food Its a good practice to eat something while and after your are drinking. This helps reduce the rate at which alcohol enters your blood and thus can help reduce the after-effects. Hangover remedy: Vitamin C Take vitamin C tablets. These help break down the alcohol content in your body. A large glass of orange juice or tomato juice will help to remove the alcohol from the system the morning after. Honey is a very concentrated source of fructose, and eating a little the morning after is another way to remove the remaining alcohol from the body. Amino acids play a role in repairing the effects of a hangover. Few cup of coffee can do a great deal to relieve the headaches associated with hangovers. Take Vitamin C as it may increase the rate of alcohol breakdown in the body. For hangover treatment, drink plenty of water to cover the deficiency of fluids caused by dehydration Bouillon soup or sports beverages (i.e. Gatorade) may help to replace depleted salt and potassium. Eating 6 raw almonds before consuming alcohol helps prevent intoxication. Put a teaspoon of bifidus powder in a glass of water and drink before going to bed. Evening primrose oil helps prevent hangovers. Take two teaspoons. Eating peanut butter before drinking is an African remedy. To help stop the urge for alcohol drink a tangy drink, such as tomato with the juice of one lemon added. A good, brisk walk will increase circulation and help to get rid of your hangover by helping the body rid itself of toxins. For hangover treatment, apples eaten on an empty stomach the day after drinking is an effective. One of the quickest ways to cure a hangover is to make a banana milkshake sweetened with honey. Chicken soup, seems to work as well for hangover problems as it does for colds. Add the juice of one lemon to a cup of black coffee and drink it without sugar and without milk. Add two teaspoons of fresh limejuice and a teaspoon of sugar to 8 ounces of water. Drink it slowly. Make a tea by pouring one cup of boiling water over 1-2 teaspoons of the dried peppermint; cover; steep for fifteen minutes; strain. Drink 1-2 cups as soon as you can. Peppermint either in tea or chewing leaves as such will relax the intestines and this is very effevtive home remedy for hangovers. Prickly pear cactus (Opuntia ficus indica) extract has been found to relieve hangover nausea and dry mouth. Eat raw cabbage to give relief to the headache. Drink sauerkraut juice with some tomato juice. This drink helps to replace lost nutrients.  Pull your hair in clumps so that your full scalp is stimulated. This remedy brings blood to the scalp and relieves the headache. Prepare a tea by lightly crushing five fresh or dried leaves; place in a cup and fill with water cooled to just below boiling; cover and leave to infuse for five minutes; remove leaves and drink. This is also very effevtive home remedy for hangovers Putting anything in the stomach prior to indulging in alcohol helps prevent a hangover. Never skip breakfast, especially when hangover. The classic eggs and toast is the best breakfast. Suggestions to avoid hangovers Never drink on an empty stomach. Food helps to absorb some of the alcohol and aids the body in digesting it faster. Try to eat starchy foods to slow down the alcohol absorption. Limit yourself to less than 1 drink per hour. Try to alternate your alcoholic drinks with nonalcoholic beverages such as water Stick to non-carbonated drinks as carbonation can speed up the alcohol absorption. Try to avoid sweet drinks (and sugary foods) while you drink. The sweet taste of the drink can make it difficult for you to judge how much alcohol you’re actually consuming.   References: The best alternative medicine: what works? what does not? Kenneth R. Pelletier.  Simon & Schuster Fireside.  Green pharmacy herbal handbook: Your comprehensive reference to the best herbs for healing. James Duke. Rodale,  2000. The medical advisor: the complete guide to alternative & conventional treatments.  2nd rev. ed. Editors of Time-Life. Time-Life, Incorporated, 2001.

 

Home Remedies to INCREASE HEIGHT AND WEIGHT

INCREASE HEIGHT AND WEIGHT

 

 

The bone structure must remain elastic if one is to become taller. One must take exercise regularly. I suggest the following exercises will help one gain height:

 

(i) Stand in an open space in “attention” position. In hale deeply through the nose and extend yours arms lifting then slowly up to your shoulders. Keep your arms straight. Hold that position for some time and then take the arms backwards as far as they will go. No inhale again the release your breath slowly, resuming the former position.

(ii) Stand with your arms straight at right angles to your body. Lift the arms vertically and then bring them to the level of the shoulders. Do not exhale in the process, but stand on your toes, lifting your heels as far as they will go. Exhale slowly after some moments and resume the earlier position.

(iii) Extend your arms forward up to the level of the shoulders. Inhale and fill your lungs to about one-third of their capacity. Wait for a few moments and then take your arms above your head. Now move them in a circular motion-taking them behind your back and in the former position again. Exhale slowly.

 

How can one increase weight?

Take to a diet for three to four days. Take 100 to 150 grams of bran with the fruits. The best way will be to mix bran with a fruit like papaya. It will increase appetite, improve the digestion and remove costiveness, if any. One will tend to eat more and the capacity to assimilate food will be increased.

 

Foods like flour, rice honey, raisins, figs, dates, butter, and etc. can help increase weight. Sweat substances can increase weight than fatty foods. Those wishing to increase their weight should become pure vegetarians and eat fruits, rice, flour, fresh vegetables, bananas, dry fruits, butter, and milk. Germinated wheat is also extremely beneficial if taken in the form of gruel mixed with hot milk.

 

Take plenty of water, exercise and fast once a week.

 

Home Remedies for TONSILLITIS

TONSILLITIS

 

Tonsillitis refers to acute inflammation of the tonsils, which lie, one on each side of the throat. Chronic tonsillitis is a term applied to cases in which there is enlargement of the tonsils accompanied by repeated attacks of infection

 

Tonsillitis symptoms

Fever, Headache, body parts pain and general weakness

The main symptoms of tonsillitis are sore throat, fever, headache, pain in various parts of the body, difficulty in swallowing, and general weakness. The tonsils are seen to be inflamed and red when the mouth is opened wide. In many cases, spots of pus exude from them

Tonsillar lymph glands gets tender and enlarged

Externally, the tonsillar lymph glands, which lie just behind the angle of the jaw, are tender and enlarged. In severe cases, there may be pain in the ear.

• Pain in the throat (sometimes severe) that may last more than 48 hours and be associated with difficulty in swallowing. The pain may spread to the ears.
• The throat is reddened, the tonsils are swollen and may be coated or have white spots on them.
• Possibly a high temperature.
• Swollen lymph glands under the jaw and in the neck.
• Headache.
• Loss of voice or changes in the voice.

Tonsillitis causes

Toxic condition of the system, throat affliction and sudden chill

The chief cause of tonsillitis is a toxic condition of the system, which is brought to a head by a sudden lowering of vitality, resulting from exposure and sudden chill. The tonsils enlarge and get inflamed when the toxins cannot be got rid of through the normal channels of elimination such as the bowels, kidneys, and skin. A throat affliction of this kind is also associated with and is the result of chronic constipation, when toxins are reabsorbed into the bloodstream

 

Home Remedies for Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis treatment using Lime

Lime is one of the most effective remedies in the treatment of acute tonsillitis. A fresh lime squeezed in a glass of warm water, with four teaspoons of honey and a quarter teaspoon of common salt, should be sipped slowly in such cases

Tonsillitis treatment using Milk

Milk has been found valuable in tonsillitis. A glass of pure boiled milk, mixed with a pinch uf turmeric powder and pepper powder, should be taken every night for three nights in the treatment of this condition. It will bring beneficial results

Tonsillitis treatment using Vegetable Juices

Juices of carrot, beet, and cucumber, taken individually or in combination, are especially beneficial. The formula proportion recommended, when used in combination is 300 ml of carrot juice, 100 ml of beet juice, and 100 ml of cucumber juice

Tonsillitis treatment using Banafsha Flowers

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Banafsha flowers, botanically known as Viola odorata, are beneficial in the treatment of tonsillitis. About 12 gm of these flowers should be boiled in 50 ml of milk. This milk should be taken hot after being filtered. The filtered banafsha can also be lightly fried in ghee and worn round the throat as a poultice at night

Tonsillitis treatment using Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) or menthya (Kannada) or Venthayam (Tamil) or menthulu (Telugu)  Methi (Hindi)

 

A gargle made from fenugreek seeds is very effective in severe cases of tonsillitis. To make such a gargle, two tablespoons of fenugreek seeds should be allowed to simmer for half an hour in a litre of water and then set aside to cool. The entire quantity should be used the same day as a soothing gargle. It will have beneficial results

 

• Bake a medium-sized banana in its skin for 30 minutes at 350° F. Peel and mash the juicy banana, adding 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin, cold-pressed olive oil. Spread the mush on a clean white cloth and apply it to the neck. Leave it on for a half-hour in the morning and a half-hour in the evening.
• Haldi/Turmeric is an antibiotic which plays an important part in treating tonsillitis. One teaspoon turmeric powder mixed in one cup of lukewarm cow's milk helps to alleviate the tonsillitis problem. It will show great results, if had every night.
• Gargling two teaspoons of onion juice mixed with lukewarm is used to gargle which helps in curing the tonsillitis problem.
• Juices of carrot, beet, and cucumber, taken individually or in combination, are especially beneficial. The formula proportion recommended, when used in combination is 300 ml of carrot juice, 100 ml of beet juice, and 100 ml of cucumber juice
• Juice garlic cloves so that you have 1 tablespoon of fresh juice. Add the juice and 2 ounces of dried sage to 1 quart of water in a glass or enamel pot. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.As soon as it starts to boil, turn off the heat and let it stand until it's lukewarm. Strain the solution.

Dose: Drink 1/2 cup of this sage-garlic tea every two hours. Gargle 1/2 cup every hour until the condition is better.

 

Tonsillitis Diet

Water and orange juice combination

To begin with, the patient should fast for three to five days, by which time the serious symptoms should subside. Nothing but water and orange juice should be taken during this time

All-fruit diet

After the acute symptoms of tonsillitis are over, the patient should adopt an all-fruit diet for the next three or four days. Thereafter he may gradually embark upon a well-balanced diet, with emphasis on seeds, nuts, grains, vegetables, and fruits

Avoid spices, condiments and sour substances

The patient should avoid spices and condiments as they tend to irritate the throat. Sour substances like curds, buttermilk, and fried foods should also be avoided

 

Other Tonsillitis treatment

Warm-water enema and exercises

Daily dry friction and a hip bath, as well as breathing and other exercises, should all form part of the daily health regimen. The bowels should be cleansed daily with a warm-water enema during the period of fasting

Cold pack and Hot Epsom salts bath

A cold pack should be applied to the throat at two-hourly intervals during the day. A hot Epsom salts bath taken everyday or every other day will also be beneficial

 

 

NOTE: The holistic health professionals we talked to believe that tonsils should not be removed unless it's absolutely necessary. They function as armed guards, destroying harmful bacteria that enter through the mouth. Asian medicine practitioners believe that when tonsils are unable to fulfill this function, the body's immune system needs to be strengthened-but the tonsils should, not be removed.

 

 

Home Remedies for ECZEMA

ECZEMA Eczema also called as dermatitis, is a group of skin disorders. Atopic eczema, allergic contact dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis, infantile seborrhoeic eczema, adult seborrhoeic eczema, varicose eczema and discoid eczema are different types of eczema. Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema. It mainly occurs among infants and small children. In more than 90% of cases, eczema is found to occur in children below 5 years of age. It is a non contagious disease.

Eczema is a skin condition characterized by redness, cracking, oozing and scaling of the skin. This may be caused by the extremes of heat and cold and even emotional stress. The patient usually complains of itching and burning in the skin, especially at the night. Sores appear on various parts of the body, but most often on the hands, feet, ears and legs. Eczema may come on at any time of life and in either sex. The commoner manifestations are erythema changing to papule, vesicle, crust, scale and fissure, with serous exudation. In chronic cases, thick scales accumulate.   This is the effect of local irritation by chemical, thermal, or mechanical agents in a hypersensitive individual, subject of an allergy or constitutional disabilities such as gout, chronic nephritis, rheumatism, local sepsis, dyspepsia, alcoholism, uterine disturbances also teething .in some cases heredity may be found.   Papules, vesicles and pustules with some degree of local oedema are found; exudation, crusting and scaling with inflammation of varying severity may be present. These tend to spread to the contiguous areas.   One or both cheeks of an infant or the ear, limbs or trunk are occasionally involved. In adults also similar papulo- vesicular eruptions appear. Sensations of burning, smarting, throbbing or itching are present, according to the acuteness of the process and severity of the inflammation.   When chronic the discharge diminishes or disappears, leaving a thickened, irregular, scaly patch, fading at the margins. The best way to take care of eczema at home is to keep dry, patchy skin moist and well lubricated. Children with eczema are most often allergic to eggs, milk, peanuts, wheat, soy, fish and tree nuts, although a child is usually allergic to only one or two of those foods. Eczema Symptoms Following are the symptoms of eczema. Itching, Redness on skin, Dry and flaky skin, Itchy blisters, Inflammation on skin, Small bumps on forehead, neck and cheek, Rough and thickened skin. Symptoms of eczema are more severe on the folds. Heredity Eczema is considered to be hereditary. Studies reveal that a person is prone to eczema if his family has a history of closely linked conditions like hay fever and asthma. Causes of aggarvation Eczema could be aggravated by irritants like smoke, chemicals, detergents, solvents and so on. Even weather conditions could aggravate the condition. Excessive stress, heat and emotional stress also aggravates the symptoms of eczema. Other Causes Cause of eczema depends upon the type of eczema the person is suffering from. Sometimes blood circulation problem in the leg can also cause eczema. Deficiency of vitamin B6 causes eczema.   HOME REMEDIES FOR ECZEMA Oatmeal bath is useful for patients suffering from eczema. For the bath, pour 2 cups of colloidal oatmeal into a tub of lukewarm water. This is very effective home remedy for eczema. Cotton clothing is the best for the skin and is much better than either wool or polyester, especially wool. Avoid synthetics or itchy fabrics, as well as tight- or ill-fitting clothes. Daily bathing is not necessary, as it tends to make alreadydry skin even drier. Instead, you can sponge bathe the parts of the body that really need it--the hands, face, neck, armpits and (for babies) the diaper area. A moisturizer or soap should be avoided as they can contain fragrances that will trigger a flare-up of eczema. Look for products that are fragrance-free. Avoid overdressing your child unnecessarily at night, because getting too hot can make the rash worse. Stress can trigger eczema or make it worse. Try to reduce the stress. Make a paste by adding 1 tsp camphor to 1-teaspoon sandalwood and apply on the affected eczema areas. This is also very effective home remedy for eczema. Make a paste by rubbing a nutmeg against a smooth stone slab with a little water and. Apply to affected eczema area.  Apply Crisco 2-3 times a day is said to not only make you greasy, but eczema free. Coconut oil may be applied to the areas with eczema. For eczema treatment add carrot juice and spinach juice and apply to the affected area. Drink plenty of water and take fruit juices like orange. Make a paste by adding 1 tbls turmeric powder to a tbls of bitter neem leaves. Apply to the affected areas. Deficiency of vitamin B6 may also cause eczema. So increase your intake of vitamin B6. Evening primrose oil can also help. It contains gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which is helpful in curing the eczema. Take watercress every day. It helps to cure the eczema, along with a daily drink of parsley, spinach, celery, and wheat grass. Add 1 Tbsp. Vinegar,1 Tbsp. Honey. Mix together with water and drink all at once. This is very effective home remedy for eczema. Neem has been used for treating all sorts of skin problems for centuries. It contains Nimbidol and Gedunin, which have excellent fungicidal properties. Crush some neem leaves and apply to the affected area. It will immediately give relief. Basil (tulsi) is extremely effective in treating skin disorders as it is a blood purifier and kills bacteria. Crush the garlic clove and mix it with half a cup of hot water in a pan. Soak a clean washcloth in the solution and then apply to the affected areas only. Add five drops of castor oil in half a cup of any fruit or vegetable juice, or plain water, and take on an empty stomach in the morning, is beneficial for any kind of skin disease. One or two bananas a day are useful for those who are allergic to certain foods and who consequently suffer from skin rashes, such as in eczema. Foods which should be excluded from the diet are tea, coffee, chocolate, cola drinks, alcohol, sugar and products made from it, refined cereals, meats, fish, chicken, tobacco, milk, cheese, butter, smoked and salted pickled foods, and foods containing any chemical additives, preservatives and flavorings. For eczema treatment try to do some prevention techniques such as relaxation, exercise, meditation, and mind control. Apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon camphor and 1 teaspoon sandalwood paste on the rashes. Apply nutmeg paste to the affected areas. Put natural vitamin E on the affected skin, it will relieve you of itching. Zinc taken orally and applied directly on the affected skin is effective. Both shark cartilage and lotion of blueberry leaves reduce inflammation. Use pine tar soap to wash the affected skin. Drink tomato juice daily, it will cure the symptoms in a few days. Avoid dairy products Diet never causes eczema. Food only causes allergy, it does not cause eczema. It is the genes of a person that cause eczema. If you are allergic or sensitive to certain foods then try avoiding them, because they can trigger eczema. Dairy products, eggs, nuts, preservatives and citrus fruits are more likely to trigger eczema. Other Suggestions for Eczema Always avoid substances you are allergic to. Wear cotton clothes as they do not irritate your itchy skin. Exposure to water for a long time can lead to skin dryness. Use good quality moisturizer.

 

Home Remedies to GET RID OF BELLY FAT

How to Get Rid of Belly Fat

What is that thing that’s been growing around your mid-section since you started college? Is it a beer belly? Is it belly fat? Is it tummy fat? Is it a gut or a beer gut? There are so many names for the fat at builds up around our stomachs, is it any wonder why it’s become a national obsession? But don’t misperceive our obsession with fat as war on fat.   A little body fat is actually good for you. It keeps you warm and helps your body maintain a sufficient core temperature and nutrients when we get sick and can’t eat. Personally, I like the little tummy I have, and I’d rather it stay that way—little. So, I’ve started working out. Evidence is starting to prove the theory that lifting weights (anaerobic exercise, or weight training) and using the Stair Master (aerobic exercise) will help you get rid of that extra weight around your midsection. A healthy diet is also a good idea.   So, I’ve summarized here a list of things you should take into consideration if you’re serious about losing that tummy:   The Best Way to Lose Belly Fat Reducing the amount of calories you consume is the most effective way to get rid of belly fat.   Really, when it comes down to it, losing any kind of fat, no matter where it is on your body, requires you to consume less calories than you body needs. This lack of calories will set into motion the processing of excess body fat to make up for the lack of calories. But don’t go all crazy about it. Starving your body of calories is only good to a certain extent, after a point you begin to do damage to important things, like your central nervous system.   There’s a reason they call it a “beer belly,” and drinking less beer, or quitting drinking altogether, will help you lose belly fat.   No matter who (or how good looking) the drinker is, beer is bad for a number of reasons. The most obvious reason is the caloric content of beer. The less obvious reasons are the inflammation of the pancreas and liver, and the bloating that often accompany the over-consumption of alcoholic beverages; this includes alcohol mixed with sweet, sugary liquids like soda.   Consuming less food loaded with sugar will help you to lose tummy fat.   Sugar is a big one. The sugar found in junk food and soda is the kind of sugar that burns quickly, unlike those sugars found in fruits and vegetables, which burn more slowly. If your body is processing sugar to create energy, and you’re not using any energy, those sugars will be converted into fat for later use. If you’re going to enjoy sweets, enjoy them right before you use the Stair Master.   There’s nothing wrong with strengthening your abdominal muscles, but it won’t get rid of belly fat like magic.   You may want to consider not only working out your abs, but also working out your shoulders, pectorals, back, and arms to help create a more shapely “V” figure, which will help reduce the appearance of your belly. Keep this in mind: bulking up your muscles requires fewer reps (about 8) and fewer sets with greater weight. Building leaner muscle requires more reps, more sets, and less weight.   Daily exercise and walking will definitely get rid of belly fat.   Going for a walk after a big meal or enjoying a dessert is never a bad idea. When Natasha and I were in Europe, we ate our fair share of delicacies, but we didn’t gain a single pound—in fact, we actually lost weight—because we walked everywhere. We walked from the train station to our hotel, and from our hotel to the restaurant, and from the restaurant to the museums, and from the museums to the…well, you get my point.   ·  A calorie restrictive diet, which requires you to eat no less than 10x and no more than 15x your LEAN bodyweight in calories. ·  Regular cardiovascular activity for at least 30-45 minutes 3-4 times per week. Some recommend a moderate pace while other recommend a vigorous pace -- it doesn't really matter as long as you are exercising. ·  Weight training. ·  Supplementing your diet with vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Vitamin C, L-glutamine, and a good multi vitamin are the bare essentials. ·  Adequate dietary fat, including high amounts of Essential Fatty Acids