Great Choices From Proform Exercise Equipment
Posted by admin in Fitness Equipment on November 26, 2011
Well known for their treadmills, elliptical trainers, exercise bikes and more, Proform Exercise Equipment has developed a strong brand name in the fitness equipment industry. The extensive product line offers several models for every budget and goal, and is becoming the premier choice for home fitness.
Proform is the maker of the XT90 inclined training treadmill. The XT90 provides a low impact workout with integrated shock system, and provides the exerciser with an incline from 10% to 20% to increase the effort expended while walking or running on it. They claim this increases the calories burned by 4x, and anyone who has spent time walking or running up hills can attest to this.
As with most of Proform’s equipment, the XT90 is reasonably priced at less than $1000 dollars. This is one of several options for cardiovascular fitness in this price range. Popular treadmill models 790T and 1050T offer rugged construction as well as ample power and running belt space, while the ‘Epic View 550′ is suitable for a commercial gym. Read the rest of this entry »
ADHD and Food Allergies
Posted by admin in Abdominal Pain, Allergy, Asthma, Bedwetting, Changes in mood, Delay in sleep onset, Eczema, Halitosis, Hyperactivity, Migraines, Seizures, Sleep disturbances, Tantrums on November 25, 2011
Preface
There are a number of controversial areas in medicine when it comes to ADHD. Food allergy is certainly one of them.
The classic allergic reaction, which is classified as the type-1 hypersensitivity reaction, can be elicited by food, but this is fairly uncommon. When we discuss food sensitivities in ADHD we are discussing a different, not well-defined, mechanism.
One of the main progenitors of the food allergy/ADHD connection is Dr. Doris Rapp. Dr. Rapp was a pediatric allergist who noticed that many children in her practice had significant physical and behavioral changes when exposed to certain foods. They may have red ear lobes, dark circles under their eyes, or glazed eyes after eating certain foods. These children could have tremendous swings in behavior. They can be calm one minute and wildly hyperactive a few minutes later.
To make it more interesting, children with food allergies usually crave the food that affects them negatively. That means a child who is allergic to peanuts will demand peanut butter and jelly for lunch everyday, and for the rest of the afternoon you have to peel him off of the ceiling. Read the rest of this entry »