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And now a physiological Islamic prayer mat | GulfNews.com

And now a physiological Islamic prayer mat | GulfNews.com

Designed using NASA technology, the Dh998 mat claims to provide worshippers relief from joint aches, improve blood circulation and boost energy levels

How to feel refreshed??

7 ways to start every day refreshed | GulfNews.com

f you’re someone who constantly reaches for the snooze button again and again, then chances are you end up prizing yourself out of bed, only to feel rushed and frantic because you're running late. Okay, some of us are just not ‘morning’ people, but you can make yourself go some way to becoming one just by modifying your morning routine.

The following tips focus on how to improve how you feel from the very moment you wake.

1. Move your alarm clock                  

You may want to have you alarm clock close to hand so you can constantly keep leaning over and pressing it for a few extra minutes snooze time. The reality is it doesn’t really help. Place your alarm just that bit further away so that you really have to stretch or even get up to reach it — any stretching movement stimulates the waking part of the brain.

2. Avoid caffeine                                                                                       

It may be through habit that one of the first things we do when we get up is go straight for the caffeine hit, but this should be avoided if possible. Since your body has been several hours without fluid, what you need is a proper dehydrating drink such as freshly squeezed orange or grapefruit juice. A cup of hot water with a touch of lemon and honey is also a good way to start the day. If you can, add some ginger — this acts as an extra boost your circulatory system.

3. Exercise in the morning

Although many of us probably don’t feel like it, a bit of morning exercise will help. We are not talking about a full-on several-mile run, just some activity to increase your body temperature, and get your metabolism and enzyme activity kick-started. This could involve just doing a few basic stretches or even jogging on the spot. If you do fancy taking on something more energetic in the morning, then ensure that you have thoroughly warmed-up.

4. Deep breathe

There is often a sense of anxiety ahead of a stressful day and sometimes we are far from relaxed when we get up. To get your body into a state of relaxation, it is important to control the functions of the body, like the beating of the heart and breathing properly. A good method is to try 2:1 breathing, this is easy and really effective — you gently slow the rate of exhalation so that you are exhaling twice as long as you are inhaling.

5. Surroundings

Your surroundings can have an impact on your mood from the moment you wake. If you wake up surrounded by clutter, then that is hardly going to get you off to the right start. Keep your bedroom as clutter free as possible. You can also pay attention to your décor — certain colours can be good for your mood, choose something that uplifts you. If possible have some green plants in your bedroom — a little bit of greenery can do wonders to enhance your mood and positivity.

6. Good posture

Your body position is fundamental, bad posture has the effect of limiting the flow of oxygen through your body, meaning you are not getting the maximum benefit, and waking your body up will be a real struggle. Pay attention to straightening your posture, feet flat on the floor, hold your stomach in and extend up through your spine. These small movements will work wonders and act to relieve tension before you get out and face the day ahead.

7. Breakfast  

Is this the most important meal of the day? Yes! After a long sleep, breakfast is responsible for replacing your liver glycogen, which helps you stay focused and switched-on throughout the morning. Choose your breakfast carefully — sugary breakfast cereals only give you a quick hit and can rapidly wear off. The best bet is to eat some protein combined with carbohydrate to help maintain your alertness throughout the morning. If you find yourself hungry before you have even reached work, you might want to consider eating part of your breakfast at home, and then preparing the remainder to have at work.

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Fast food chain cleared over blade in pizza | GulfNews.com

Municipal food inspectors have decided against imposing a fine on a food outlet over a customer’s complaint that he discovered a blade in a pizza which was delivered to his home by the fast food chain.

Sugars are empty calories

Sugars are empty calories | GulfNews.com

Fact Box

Age-wise break-up of sugar-consumption in children:

• Pre-schoolers (3-4 years): Not more than 170 calories, or about 4 teaspoons of added sugar a day.

• Total daily total caloric intake: Between 1,200 to 1,400 calories.

• Ages 4-8 : Not more than 130 calories, or about 3 teaspoons a day.

• Daily caloric intake: 1,600 calories.

• Pre-teens (12 and above): The maximum amount of added sugar included in the daily diet for pre-teens should be between 5 to 8 teaspoons (between 125 to 128 calories), according to the American Heart Association. Their daily total calorie requirement increases to 1,800 to 2,000 calories a day,

Sweet options

Pre-schoolers:

1) Oat-meal chocolate-chip cookies.

     Calories: 101

     Health benefits: Low calories, low fat, low carbohydrates.

2) Strawberry frozen, yogurt.

   Calories: 150

   Health benefits: Low-sodium, low-carbohydrates and low calories.

3) Ice-cream sandwich:

   Calories: 127

   Health benefits: Low-fat, low-sodium and low calories.

Ages 4 to 8 years:

1) Oatmeal chocolate-chip cookies.

     Calories: 68

     Health Benefits: Low-fat, low-sodium, fiber, and protein.

2) Cocoa-nut bananas

   Calories: 81

   Health benefits: Low-sodium, protein, low carbs.

3) Banana and oat cookie

    Calories: 40

    Health benefits: No cholesterol, no salt.

Pre-teens

1) Baked apples.

   Calories: 68

   Health benefits: Dietry fiber, protein, no cholesterol.

2) French crepes

    Calories: 84

    Health benefits: Protein, no cholesterol, dietry fibre.

3) Cocoa brownies

   Calories : 65

   Health benefits: dietary fibre, protein, low sodium.

Quick Tips for Healthy Desserts

1) Use fruits as desserts.

    Coat banana, apple,pear,or any favourite fruits of children, with dark chocolate.

    Cover with wax paper,

    Chill in fridge for 10 to 15 mins.

     Then slice and serve.

2) Make fruit kebabs with fruits of various colours.

    Bake fruits and top them with oats,nuts,cinnamon.

3) Cut down on sweeteners.

4) Always use whole-grain in recipes.

5) Make nutritious milkshakes with coca powder,banana and almond milk.

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