How to Grow Taller Fast - Tips For Men

Many men wish that they could be just a little taller. It would help make them more attractive and even feel better about themselves. Also not to mention the boost in self confidence. Being short is something that causes a man to have a low confidence level. But being tall changes everything.

There are many ways to grow taller fast. Eating a well balanced diet is a good place to start. Getting the right nutrients and avoiding fats and sugars is always a good idea. Make sure you are eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. Ever since childhood our parents have always told us to eat our vegetables and it's because they really do help us a lot. Eating the right amount each day will help make you taller.

Another way to grow taller fast is exercising. Exercising a few times a week will help your body become more flexible and vulnerable again to grow. And know by exercising I don't mean lifting weights but instead doing stretches. Stretches don't take a lot of effort and you won't be sweating at the end of them. A very simple stretch that we all know is touching your toes. Just simply stand up straight then slowly bend down to touch the tip of your toes. It is so easy that you could start right now. By doing this you will be well on your way to getting taller. By following these easy steps you will get to that height you always dreamed of.

There are other natural steps you can take if you want to grow taller, regardless of your age. Doing the wrong thing can actually stunt your growth.

Don't give up on growing taller if you aren't happy with your current height. There are specific methods you can use today that will help you grow 2 - 3 inches taller in the next six weeks.

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Exercises At Home For Men

We live in an Age that is driven by statistics. Here are some interesting "stats" that reveal the end of our love affair with the gymnasium. Perhaps gymnasium membership numbers were never that high, proportionately, but certainly at the present moment are in serious decline from a peak of 45.5 million and revenues of $19.1 billions.

"Good", I can hear some of you saying, because under no circumstances would you join, even with your wife's begging and pleading. Your protests would seem 'too much', as the statistics reveal that 67% of gym memberships are never used. Average monthly cost of gym membership is $55 and the average amount that goes to waste from under-utilization is $39, a staggering 71%.

So, I am sure by now that you can see where I'm coming from. You don't have to join the "gym", strip off in public, feel foolish as you discuss your personal program with the trainer and cringe at the thought of being seen red-faced and bathed in perspiration. Even if you did it is extremely likely that your dollars would only add to the waste statistics above.

You can also now rationally face up to the reasons for your rabid reluctance. You would admit that you have let yourself go a bit in recent years certainly don't measure comparison with the gym freaks who seem to spend all their time exercising.

Here's the win-win situation. If you can provide the motivation to get in shape then you can design your own program in the privacy of your own home, away from the prying eyes of the neighbourhood.

Motivation is the key element. Again referring to the statistics above, there is little evidence that even having purchased a gym membership that any long-term benefit is derived. It has to be very personal and may require life changing choices. Choices that will dramatically change your daily routines, perhaps your work pattern but need to be seen as permanent.

It's not likely that it will cost any money as the exercise program can take place in the garden, in the bedroom, in the garage or any spare space. No specialist equipment is needed to begin.

So. let's begin. It is important that you do not over do the initial workouts. Rome wasn't built in a day, just be patient. Use a period of light exercises, running on the spot, arm movements, stretches, to warm up. This is essential to begin every session.

In our younger days we probably we were on a team that trained and practised regularly and attended keep fit evenings with our coaches. Many of the exercises you will remember and will be useful now.

Here are some examples:

Stomach Crunches: Sit on the floor, set your legs apart, put your hands behind your head, and lift your upper body. Same position, touch your toes with alternative hands.

Side bends: Stand erect. While maintaining your balance bend to the side allowing one hand to slide down the leg.

Crackers: Lie on the floor, supporting your upper body with your arms. Bring your legs up towards your waist. Same position, Raise and lower your body using your arms.

Bicycling: Lie on your back. Raise your knees and begin a cycling motion with your legs.

Squats: Bending the knees while maintaining balance.

These are just a few. There are many more that can be included to build a regime that improves the various parts of the body, reduces the waistline, develops legs and arms and adds to over-all health.

As you can see, no equipment is needed to get started. Again, I would re-iterate that motivation is the key. You can achieve your goals but you must persevere. Failure only comes when you give up.

An additional benefit that comes from making the right choices to get in shape is the focus this places on dietary intake. If your decision is to embrace to exercise regime then it is safe to assume that you will also have had thoughts about calorie intake and been prepared to make adjustments there also.

This is complementary and will help achieve your goals.

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How Often Do We Need Sex, and Will It Have a Negative Affect on Us Before a Workout?

Sex and testosterone levels

It is no secret that increased libido and a constant desire of sex is associated with increased levels of the hormone testosterone. Testosterone is the main hormone for muscle growth, and when you have low levels of it, building muscle is almost impossible.

Playing a sport increase testosterone levels, which leads to an increase in sexual activity and spontaneous erections and desire for sex is a direct indicator of high levels of this hormone.

How many times a week do we need sex?

Studies by Zhejiang University, carried out on 28 students showed that the absence of ejaculation for 6 days produced stable testosterone levels, and then sharply decreased on day 7 and decreases significantly with each subsequent day.

This suggests that a healthy male body requires weekly ejaculation - in other words, sex or masturbation.

Effect of masturbation on the muscle

High levels of testosterone and a related desire for sex without realization of that desire leads to an increase in the stress hormone cortisol, which destroys muscle. It is produced during sex, but hormone prolactin stops this process.

Given that prolactin is produced after sex or orgasm, it does not matter if you have sex or masturbate, as long as you orgasm. Actually, this is yet another confirmation of the fact that masturbation is not harmful, but even useful!

Influence of sex on muscle

Male semen contains a lot of zinc, which the body loses during each ejaculation. Given that zinc is involved in the production of testosterone, without sufficient intake of this mineral, testosterone levels will decline.

The recommended daily intake of zinc - from 10 to 30 mg per day, depends on age and activity. Large amount of zinc are found in bran and germinated wheat grains.

Is sex useful before a workout?

As we mentioned, after sex, men produce hormones prolactin and oksitatsin - they have relaxing effects on the body, improve mood, relieve depression, but, unfortunately, lower libido and testosterone levels.

It is not recommended to have sex or masturbate in the period of 4-5 hours before playing sports and especially not before strength training. Lethargy, weakness and low testosterone levels are not the best assistants!

Sex after training

There are scientific studies, which show that the body needs a male ejaculation about an hour after the end of training. The theory is that it helps improve the immune system and speeds up recovery.

In addition, testosterone levels at this time are at their maximum, which has a positive effect on sexual desire.

Having sex to lose weight?

One of the most common issues associated with sex - is how many calories are burned when doing it. In fact, during sex, not many calories are being spent- only about 300 calories per hour.

But, as already mentioned, sex has a positive effect on male hormone levels, which are responsible for muscle growth and fat-reduction. Thus, sex can be very helpful.

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Scientific studies show that even a week-long abstinence from sex or masturbation has a negative impact on testosterone levels. Therefore, it is important to ejaculate and reach orgasm at least every seven days.

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Day Spa Massage Services

A day spa usually offers several types of services to its customers according to their needs and preferences. Many of the services that are offered by these establishments are focused on improving the beauty and relaxed state of the customer. There are many different ways to achieve beauty and relaxation, but the most effective is being in a relaxed and comfortable state of mind. To achieve this, the customer can initially have a massage done before anything else. There are different types of massages around the world that can work wonders and the more popular and effective ones are usually available in the facility.

One of the more popular kinds of massage therapy that can be offered in a day spa is the Swedish massage. This kind involves longer and smoother strokes of the hands with the use of either a kind of oil or lotion. The lubricant is necessary to prevent friction, making the strokes smoother and less uncomfortable. The therapist will also use a kneading and circular motion to promote the wellbeing and relaxation of the individual. Basically, it is a gentle and soothing therapy that can invoke a sense of calm and relaxation in the individual. Many people prefer this relaxing massage over others because they can sleep and have the rest that they crave. In many cases, the oil or lotion that is used by the therapist may be aromatherapy to help the person be more relaxed and stress free for the duration of the service.

Another popular form of this service is the hot stone massage. This type involves the use of several smooth and flat stones that are heated to the correct temperature and then placed in strategic places over the person's body. These warm, flat stones are expected to help loosen tight and stressed muscles as well as help to even out the centers of energy of the body. The day spa therapists will combine another form of massage with the application of the hot stones in order to achieve the best possible results for the customer. The stones can also be moved around as well as held in the hand of the therapist and used during the actual massage for better results. Many customers find the heat from the stones comforting and very relaxing.
Shiatsu is the type of therapy that utilizes the fingers of the masseuse to improve the blood flow of the customer. Firm but relaxing pressure is used on pressure points all over the body. There is no need to use any form of lubricant for this kind of therapy.

Deep tissue massage is focused on penetrating through the body to reach the affected muscles and tissues of the customer. To do this, the therapist utilizes shorter movements and even against-the-grain strokes for friction therapy. This particular massage is effective for individuals who suffer from chronic pain, constantly tight muscles, or may be recovering from injuries as well as problems with one's posture.

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7 Sustainable Diet Secrets

1. Use the KISS principle, Keep It Simple Silly. The idea of simplicity when it comes to losing weight may come as a surprise because we get lost in the drama of our diet story. The do and don't rules, restrictions and limitations of a quick fix diet abound when we're confronting those extra 20 pounds and are desperate to lose it. And I understand reacting in crisis mode having been there myself one too many times.

But there's a mindset worth nurturing that will help you every day, crisis or not, to make simple changes that take almost no effort yet benefit the bottom line, your weight. After all, weight gain comes down to a simple idea. More calories in than needed, the excess is stored as fat. It doesn't get more complicated than that and yet many women forget or overlook applying the Kiss idea in their daily lives especially regarding eating.
What are some ways you can use kiss as your guide. cut down on consumption, lose weight and rethink how you eat and manage your diet?

2. Try applying flexibility, be open to creativity and be willing to switch high impact foods and drinks to lighter substitutions you can self-create. When you decide to eat something that's high impact, resist for a moment and ask yourself how you can tone it down, maybe substitute or leave something out so you can control your own story. Keep in mind, whatever you choose to action for yourself that improves an outcome is proactive and sharpens your awareness. There are many opportunities every day to apply Kiss. For example:

3. In coffee, Frappuccino's, Caffe Mocha, Latte's, Smoothies, Alfredo's, switch to no-fat milk without whipped cream. Get only one pump of the flavored syrup, or ideally, switch to the sugar free syrup. Instead of all these high impact drinks that distract from the pure pleasure of a great tasting coffee, why not return to the basics and add your own signature flair? Try a double espresso with nonfat foam layered right to the top. Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg atop the foam, some low or no fat milk, mix and presto, a delicious low calorie foamy drink without a big impact. Experiment and enjoy how great the pure taste of coffee is when its not buried under other stuff.

By the way, cinnamon helps the body regulate your intake of sugar. It helps to prevent sugar spikes by moderating sugar's release into the blood. That's not a license to overload on sweets, it's just a tip t0 know and use to help moderate sugar absorption.

4. In drinks: replace high sugar sodas, shakes and juices with sparking water or plain water with lemon. Lemon naturally balances the body's Ph levels. Try club soda, preferably salt or sodium free, seltzer, plain iced or hot tea with a sprig of mint or cinnamon stick, fresh squeezed carrot or fresh squeezed orange juice. Sugar free Kool-Aid or sugar free Lemon-Aid works.

Important point about sugar --it's in almost everything. Read the food labels and be aware of where and how the foods you buy and eat are impacting your health and your weight. Soda and big gulp sodas overload your body with empty calories, carbs and sugar and because sodas have high phosphorus content, they tend to lower calcium levels which weakens bones, a huge red flag for women especially over 40.

5. In fast foods: You can still order a fun meal only with a slightly lighter impact. Here's some suggestions for saving calories at some of the more well known chains.

KFC - replace fried chicken, crispy and extra crispy for grilled. Grilled is delicious and saves on calories, fat and sodium. The chicken meal with corn, mashed potatoes and gravy with biscuit is just as delicious getting grilled and deleting the gravy from the potatoes. You won't even notice and every little bit of calories saved helps. This includes not using butter on the corn or biscuit. You don't need it since KFC has the best, sweetest corn by itself and their biscuit plain is outstanding. These are simple adjustments that you can make that do not affect how you experience your meal..it still tastes great and is fun to eat with a little less impact on your bottom line, calories in.

McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's. The Big Mac's or double cheeseburgers, bacon and cheese meat or chicken combos can be enjoyed without the bread. Yikes, am I kidding? No. Remember you're being flexible so ask for a knife and fork, toss the bread and be surprised how easy it is to do. Or if that isn't imaginable right now for you, how about a compromise? Eat it open faced. Toss half the bread, the top half. Really satisfying with fewer carbohydrates, calories and sodium. Substitute fries for a salad or donate half your order of fries to the trash bin if you can't resist them without feeling deprived.

Wendy's - instead of french fries, get a baked potato and top it with a little ketchup and eat it with a spoon. You'll hardly notice the "fried" is missing from the all potato taste.

Remember the drill at any restaurant, fast food or home --grilled, baked or broiled to replace fried.
5. Sweets. Switch sugar intensive desserts for fresh fruit salad or angel food cake topped with fruit. You save on calories and sugar and give your body the natural fiber in fruits. Plain yogurt, cinnamon, raisens and sliced banana works in any combo, or vanilla yogurt over angel food cake with fruit.

The amounts of sugar in foods today is amazing and startling as you will appreciate the more you pay attention to food labels. The equation to remember is 4 sugar grams equals one teaspoon of sugar. For example, a 12 oz. can of soda has 39 grams of sugar or almost 10 teaspoons of sugar in one can. Wild Cherry soda is 42 grams or 10.5 teaspoons of sugar per can. Smoothies start at 30 grams and up and you'd better sit down for this one, all the specialty coffees and drinks in Venti size without whip range from 71 to 82 grams of sugar and Green Tea Frappuccino Venti no whip weighs in at 86 gr. Is that insane? Think about and visualize 23 teaspoons of sugar before you indulge.

6. Flavor enhancements: Request sandwich dressings, special sauces, mayonnaise, barbeque, salad dressings, honey, butter, syrups, gravies, cheese and cream sauces by any name, including the Alfredo on fettucini, benedict sauce on eggs, as a side dish. Do you think restaurants or fast food chains have a clue or even care if they've added hundreds of high fat, high cholesterol, high sugar, high calorie, high sodium amounts to your meal? No.

These sauces, etc. are big on flavor and a little goes a long way. Put it on the food yourself, lightly, and be in control. Try it. The point is to help yourself shave off calories doing little things that really do matter and are easy to implement. It's no big sacrifice doing anything on this list, is it? Small improvements every day accumulate big rewards. Little things matter, because they do affect and change outcomes over time.

These are small steps you can take every day. Add some of your own as you remember you don't have to do without, you just have to do it smarter. Try it. If you want to learn more about smarter not harder diet tips and tricks, go to my website Diet-Bailout and sign up for a free 17 page chapter of my eBook that will change your life and your weight.

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Some Basic Tips on Styling a Man's Hair

Men's hair care is very important to how a man will look and feel throughout the day. If a man takes good care of his hair and uses the right hair styling products, he will feel better, exude confidence and attract others to him. Women have always taken notice of their own hair and now, more men are starting to realize that their hairstyles make a difference in their own lives. The best time for a man to style his hair to get the look he wants is just after he has had a haircut. First, he should choose his barber with care to be sure he or she understands and can provide the cut he wants.

After a haircut, men should wash their hair to remove any hairs that are still loose around the scalp. Then, they should towel their hair dry and comb it to make sure the loose hairs are gone.

Next, men's hair care should include applying styling products like a quality gel. If the man's hair is thin, lighter weight gels are best since the thick gels can make a man's hair stick together too much.

If the man wants a spiky look, he should start at the front and create spikes using plenty of the styling products so the hair will stand up all day.

If the man wants a messy look, he should run his fingers through his damp locks and distribute the product in a haphazard manner to vary the directions the hairs stand.

For a smooth and professional appearance, a man can comb his hair, part it, and stick with a more classic style.

Once the right style has been achieved, men should spritz their hair with hairspray to hold that style all day long. Hairspray will not only hold the hairs in place, but it will also prevent a man's hair from frizzing in weather or wind variations throughout the day.

If a man is not satisfied with the way he looks right after a haircut, he should wait for a few days to see if it improves with a little new growth. If not, he should return to the stylist and ask for a change. A hairstyle will probably only get worse as it grows out a bit. It's likely he will want to have it in the place it best suits him for his daily life as it will probably be several weeks before he will have another cut. Men's hair care, in general, will add to the way his hair looks on a daily basis and help him feel great about himself. Every man should adhere to a hair care regimen that will not only benefit him by providing the look he likes, but also care for his scalp and hair to keep it healthy.

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Is There a Cure to the Common Cold?

Unfortunately, the answer to that question is no. The common cold may be common, but that does not make it any more pleasant to suffer. Mild colds may make you feel a little under the weather for a few days, whereas a nasty cold can really take its toll; particularly on the young, elderly or infirm.

The common cold is caused by a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, and it is common because there are over 200 viruses that can cause it, although rhinoviruses are the main culprits. It is no surprise therefore, that an adult will suffer with a cold on average three times a year, whereas, a child can be infected between six and twelve times annually.

Cold symptoms usually last between seven and ten days, although it is not uncommon to feel unwell for up to three weeks. Symptoms include a runny nose, sinus pain, sneezing, coughing, sore throat, fever and headaches. General aches and pains and conjunctivitis can also occur during the common cold.

Because the common cold is caused by a virus, antibiotics are of no use in treating it, meaning that there is no real cold cure. Most cold treatments revolve around looking after yourself and treating the symptoms.

Treatment Options:

1. Rest and fluids

It is best to treat the common cold like any other viral infection and allow your body the time to recover. Getting plenty of rest and replenishing the fluids lost due to fever and sneezing, will help your body use its energy to fight the infection.

2. Steam inhalation

If a blocked nose is one of your main cold symptoms, a good cure is inhaling steam; either with or without menthol crystals dissolved it in.

3. Using a vapour rub on your chest and nose can also help a stuffy nose.

4. Gargling

Gargling with salt water or specialized antiseptic mouthwash can help reduce the inflammation associated with a sore throat.

5. Painkillers

There are a multitude of cold remedies available over the counter. Most will contain either paracetamol or ibuprofen, which are anti-inflammatory drugs and will help with the pain and pain-inducing inflammation.

Many a cold cure will also contain added ingredients aimed at boosting your immune system, providing energy or getting a good night's sleep. As with all medications, read the instructions carefully as some cold remedies do not mix well with other medications or are not suitable for young children. Specialised cold cures for children are available.

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Hair Regrowth Home Remedies for Men

Men typically are more prone to have hair loss than women. In men, this hair problem is called androgen alopecia and male pattern baldness. It can be caused by several factors, but mainly due to hereditary factors that can run for generations. The other factors are deficiencies of folic acid and vitamins, sudden shock, stress, anxiety and inadequate general nutrition. Prolonged illnesses like anemia, syphilis and typhoid fever can also cause men to lose their hair. Men usually start to lose hair in their forties but some of them start to have the problem in their twenties. Hair loss in men can be categorized as a metabolic disorder. In the end, it results in hair falling, thinning and even disappearing.

This hair problem can be really stressful for some men. While most men try to improve their appearance by means of different hairstyles, men with hair loss have to face the fact that they lose more hairs each day. They can even become bald due to the excessive hair loss. This problem will affect their appearance and confidence. This leads men to seek remedies or treatments to grow their hair back. Some men turn to expensive treatments that promise great and fast results. However, these are often just scams to take money and can even make the problem worsen.

Preventing and treating hair loss can be very easy and affordable. You should keep in mind that there are numerous home remedies to grow your hair back. These remedies are very easy to obtain; you can even find them in your kitchen. Below are some home remedies you can use to treat your hair problem:

1. Prepare 4 tablespoons of henna (mehendi) leaves and a cup of mustard. Mix the two ingredients together and boil them. Once it has been boiled, filter it and keep it in a bottle. You can use this mixture to massage your bald patches.

2. Grind fenugreek seeds and mix this with water for the best result. Then, apply the ingredients on your head and massage your scalp. You should do this treatment at least 40 minutes before a shower. For best results, do this treatment every day for at least a month.

3. Prepare onion paste and use it to rub the bald areas. When these areas become red, apply honey.

4. Use a mixture of egg yolk and honey to massage your hair and scalp. Leave it on for an hour and then wash your hair thoroughly.

5. You can make a homemade shampoo to support your hair's growth. It is a mixture of 2 tablespoons of raw gram powder (which is chickpea or garbanzo bean flour), 5 tablespoons of milk curd and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Apply the mixture to your head and leave it for an hour. Then, wash your hair thoroughly.

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