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Fashion Bytes
Fashion is cutting edge, fashion is radical, fashion is life. "But, not in India," says model Nethra Raghuraman. "Here, fashion is yet to break boundaries and definitions. This doesn't mean we lack talent. We have the most amazing, and fantastic designers who stand at par with the global standards," she explains. The sultry model is in city for the annual fashion showdown at INIFD, Designer Medley. Along with her comes an entire ensemble of top supermodels and ramp scorchers of the country. Read Aditi Govitrikar, Alesia Raut, Montu Tomar, Gwen Athaide, Aanchal Oberoi, Anousha Chauhan and others. The show will have passing out designers of INIFD present their creations to be worn by these gorgeous models. Before the walk, two things they seem to be high on- fashion and reality shows. "Fashion has grown and evolved by major proportions in India. Nevertheless, for us the idea of fashion varies considerably as a whole," feels Aditi. All the same, we still find reasons and occasion to flaunt our best. "We have too many festivals and occasions to celebrate fashion. This is the reason why our industry is fast becoming a hot pursuit internationally," says Alesia Raut. This is where regional fashion weeks come into picture. "Nobody's complaining. It means more work and more exposure for the young talents. The limelight will shift to cities like Hyderabad and Bengaluru which are already on the fashion scale," Raut adds. Nethra feels that it is about time ramp fashion shows transform to street fashion, "It won't surprise me if Bebo's patent leather short skirt and yellow pumps in Kambakkht Ishq become a rage on the streets." Talking about reality shows, these models have a lot to share. Nethra and Aditi nailed their fears with Fear Factor- Khatron Ke Khiladi, Gwen Athaide tasted her success as one of the finalists in Channel V Get Gorgeous recently. Any delusions? "Not at all. Life is still the same except for the fact that I am no longer scared of cockroaches," says Nethra, the winner of Fear Factor. The focus shifts to movies. "Movies have always been an eternal attempt for me. I am reading a few scripts but nothing is final as of now," she clears. As for her roommate and co-participant on the show, Aditi, she looks forward to Priyadarshan's De Dana Dan it "I play Paresh Rawal's young and pretty trophy wife. Its' a typical Priyadarshan movie with comic twists and turns, where you don't have to make an effort to be comic. It flows naturally." Aditi is also doing a Marathi film and walking the ramp of course. Gorgeous pursuits
You have seen her sexy, bitchy and naughty side on Channel V's Get Gorgeous 5, but Gwen Athaide is much more than a pretty face. A singer, percussionist and an athlete, she also. won Femina Miss India Athlete. Gwen is high on life and loves every moment of it. "I have worked with Farah Khan during the making of Om Shanti Om. Things changed with Get Gorgeous but. It gave me recognition and a platform. I have enjoyed the opportunity to work in Paris with the international designers, more than what a newcomer in the industry can ask for." She also walked the ramp for Suneet Verma at Milan fashion week and hosted G Spot on Channel V. Bollywood calling? "Of course, only if good offers come." The Russian connection
Life for Alesia Raut has not been a cakewalk. The 27- year- old stunner on ramp added glamour to her gloomy phase as well. This half Russian and Indian beauty believes in moving on no matter what. "I have experienced broken marriage. Going back to Russia was not the option for me, so I decided to take control and start fresh all over again," shares this single mother. Walking the ramp for all major designers and Fashion weeks, Alesia came out with her first music video Meri beri ke ber mat todo. Anchoring Exotica, a travel show on Star One, and featuring in music videos and item songs, Alesia has her hands full. lifestyle@tribunemail.com |
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Rooted to reality
Guess what is the Herculean's task when you breathe in the glam world, when you have celebrities as your fans, when all the big-wigs around you want to be associated with you when you know you are the best and everybody else too acknowledges the fact? "To stay grounded, down to earth, and keep attitude at bay, it's tough to live a common man's life in the film industry," says humble Madhur Bhandarkar.
The same makes up for his definition of success; "I have not let glamour influence me. After so much acclaim, I haven't forgotten my days when I worked at a video library or when I was a fresher in the industry and was humiliated, after my debut film, Trishakti bombed." His films seem an extension of him -- honest and real. Jail, his next venture has the same intentions too, to show people not the prisons we have seen in other films but to show creepy dungeons that actually exist, those we have never seen. In the city to promote Jail, starring Neil Nitin Mukesh and Mughda Godse, Madhur was at his candid best, talking about the movie and his still persistent middle-class mentality (which he is proud of). "Jail is about a middle-class boy who gets caught up in the clutches of law, is a victim of circumstances and how he detangles his complex life." As expected of Madhur, he did his homework well. "I observed jails for six months in Pune, Thane, Dehradun and finally shot the film at Karjat." Besides movies, his research work too has made him famous. "Now, if go to a hospital to see a friend or if seen in any school, than that is supposed to be my next project.”But then, the formula of lead pair dancing around trees doesn't appeal to him, "I can't make candyfloss and even my audience don't expect it from me. After all my films, I have conditioned them to expect projection of some hard-hitting realities, Fashion included." Well, the movie bagged various awards and was applauded by all, except for Ashutosh Gowariker reservations at Priyanka Chopra's winning the best female actor at IIFA instead of Aishwarya Rai for Jodha Akbar and to this his reaction is, "The jury's perspective shouldn't be questioned. I felt a little aghast but then everybody has a right to opinion." ashima@tribunemail.com |
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Simon Cowell and British businessman Sir Philip Green have reportedly roped in Cheryl Cole for their 1-billion-pound entertainment company. The bombshell reportedly flew to LA for a meeting with the American Idol judge. "She's flown to LA to source and research different elements that Simon wants her to be involved in: producing, recording, spotting new bands and acting," a source said. The Girls Aloud member has been signed up after British supermodel Kate Moss joined the two entrepreneurs for the project. Cowell apparently wants to bring mass appeal to his company with the inclusion of the singer. The insider said: "Cheryl will be Cowell's figurehead and style-setter -- a more wholesome, girl-next-door image than Green's Kate -- and therefore a perfect balance for the company. "Everyone loves Cheryl, she's a marketing man's dream." The source added: "She will also develop her own singing career and start a Cheryl Cole music label. "Cheryl knows Girls Aloud cannot go on for ever and this may just be the mega-deal she was waiting for." — ANI
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The former Friends star, who has never been shy of showing off her assets, is currently filming in NY's West Village with co-star Gerard Butler. Meanwhile, rumours are abuzz that romance has blossomed between Aniston and Butler. Earlier this week, the stunner was pictured arriving at work arm-in-arm with the 300 star. What's more, crew members have reported Gerard has been making her laugh all the time between takes. — ANI
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Barbadian singer Rihanna and lead vocalist for N.E.R.D Pharrell Williams have sparked rumours that they are dating, as they have reportedly been seen spending time together. Williams, 36, was seen coming out from the London hotel where Rihanna was staying, and, according to sources, the friendship between the two has been getting stronger and stronger. "It's no secret that Rihanna and Pharrell have chemistry," a source said. "And not just in the studio -- they seem mesmerised by each other. But Chris will be gutted to learn he could have lost Rihanna to one of the sexiest men in music. "Rihanna and Pharrell talk on the phone all the time and whenever she can get a break in her schedule she'll go and support him at a gig," the source added. Pals noticed that they seemed close in Beverly Hills last month, when they met to work on Rihanna's new album. — ANI
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And then I couldn't eat them. I was like, 'Okay, if I cannot eat these chickens because they actually have names and they are my friends, I am not going to be able to eat any chicken again.' So I became a vegetarian," she said. But she soon gave in to her cravings. "I lasted for one month. I tried, I really tried. Yeah, I gave it a go," she added. Shakira is now a happy carnivore again, but says she didn't kill her pet chickens. "I didn't last as a vegetarian, but I did not eat those chickens. I promise those chickens survived," she said. — IANS
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Leona Lewis has a handful of live shows in her kitty, but that's all about to change -- she is teaming up with Travis Payne, the dance guru behind Michael Jackson's ill-fated comeback gigs, for a spectacular 14-month world tour. "It's a case of hiring the best talent in the business at any cost to make sure the concerts will be one of the talking points of next year," said an insider. Leona has been finalising the details of the elaborate gigs in between recording sessions for her second album in Los Angeles. Her record label SyCo's boss Simon Cowell has taken a special interest in the arrangements for the shows that will have a Garden of Eden theme. "Everyone at SyCo is determined to transform Leona into a global touring powerhouse. She has proved she can sell millions of records, so the next logical step is for her to pack out arenas. "The Garden of Eden theme will allow Leona to showcase two sides to her character: The angelic songbird, and the less well-behaved R&B vixen," said the source. The shows will be staged from next summer onwards and will be stylised. But before the jaunt begins, Leona is going to undertake some serious training with Payne. — IANS
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And it is believed that the dip in viewers was because it was a holiday weekend during the peak of cable coverage of Michael Jackson's death. In addition, the Wimbledon tennis tournament was on the air, and 'Oprah' has been in repeats all summer. However, the slip in rating was not a sudden nosedive, because viewership has actually been declining for months. The week before, the show received a 3.6 rating, matching its previous all-time low approximately a year ago. The media mogul's talk show is still the No. 1 in TV and was the No. 2 show in syndication for the week. But the big concern for Oprah is whether this dip in ratings is just a temporary trend, or an indication that Winfrey's dominance is coming to an end. 'Oprah' has earlier dealt with occasional ratings drop over its 23-year run, including in October 2008, when it was alleged that viewers drifted away because of her outspoken support of Barack Obama's presidential campaign. Daily Telegraph reported that critics claimed that a large proportion of the talk show's viewers are white, middle-aged women who likely supported Hillary Clinton or voted Republican. But, it is still early to say Oprah's show is on its last legs. TVweek has speculated that 'Oprah's Summer Giveaway', a three-month-long watch-and-win promotional contest, may lure viewers to tune into the show's syndicated episodes before the new season premiers on September 14. — ANI
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Destiny's child
A pretty yet simple girl while busy doing her job was spotted by a leading film director of Bollywood and offered a meaty role in his next film. Seems like a script in itself but this is how Mugdha Godse landed up with her debut film, Fashion. And now she is all geared up for her second release, Jail. "My career began with sheer luck but now more then luck my hardwork will matter," says Mugdha, who was in town with Madhur Bhandarker for the promotion of Jail. And even if you are not the 'hardworking' sorts, you will have to slog with a director like Madhur, "It's a privilege to work with Madhur, who discovers the actor within you. I feel in Jail he has been able to bring out the best performance from me. I play the role of a girl-next-door who fights the syatem to save her love interest.” Hailing from Pune and coming from a middle class family, she feels like an inspiration to many who want to make it big but does not have a godfather. Having done modeling for five years, she feels working in films was the obvious next step, "My career got a little stagnated after so much time in the modeling world. Films helped me move beyond it and explore myself." Just one film old, she as of now is picking whatever is coming her way, "I want to do films of all genres and all my forthcoming movies are a different kind." Other than Jail, she will be seen in All The Best starring Ajay Devgan, Fardeen Khan and Bipasha Basu and horror film with Bobby Deol. Working in multi-starrer films doesn't bother her, "Rather I take it in my stride by learning from the experienced actors. Also there some work for everyone in Bollywood."
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Magic in the air
Quiz him on the increase in the number of Punjabi singers on a daily basis, and he immediately corrects it--'they are not singers. They are entertainers.' So, how would he define a singer? "A singer is someone who is trained to execute a composition successfully," says Punjabi singer Preet Harpal. " A singer is someone who is trained to sing. Everyone who knows how to sing cannot be defined as a singer." In the city to judge the finalist for the talent show 'Dabur Amla Flower Magic Hair oil-- Magical Hair, Magical Music, at Makhan Shah Lubana auditorium, along with other judges Varinder Bachan and Madhuri, Preet is on the look out for a 'real' singer. "Singers are not born in a day. One has to work with passion, patience and dedication," says Preet, who has seen his fan mail growing with time. "Recognition has come very late to me. But it tastes sweeter because I waited for it. I am proud of the fact that I didn't sell land, or took help of my parents to reach where I am. I just worked," adds Preet, who is eight albums old. "The numbers of albums released doesn't make a singer. It is the quality work that matters." At the same time, Preet cannot dismiss the important factor, which can make or break a performer-- the audience. "I sometimes wonder what is it that the audiences want? Do they want to listen to good music, or a good-looking face running around trees? I have changed my appearance and style to match up to the demands of today's generation. I think people are liking it," he smiles. Coming back to the talent hunt. "These days youngsters have enough opportunities to show their talent," feels Preet who rapped with Apache. "For instance, the winner of Magical Hair, Magical Music… will take home a cash prize, besides a chance to cut an album, and will also feature in a music video." Preet has finished recording of his upcoming music album. Also, he is ready to take on the pretty obvious transition from singer to actor. "Acting too requires training," adds the singer. "I would want to take up a role, which can again establish me as a performer," he says.
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Fact and fiction
Any work of fiction surfaces from reality. It's is an offshoot, the facts and actual life with its base. The two, fiction and reality, when juxtaposed, result in creativity. So when, Anu Dheer, a city based amateur artist began working on, 'The absolute quiet of something about to arrive', a series of paintings a year back, she realised the interspersion of the two better, "The subject matter of the series, human being and his connection with the surroundings mirrors reality, and how I visualise the relation between the two is fiction, but again with a backdrop of reality."
Her painting, 'The anarchy of profit' depicts a human being caught in the spiral progression of technology and how he is bearing its burden, "We are profiting from technology but after paying a price in the form of polluted environment." She has in the similar way portrayed various ills of the society. After having painted all the major social issues, she felt one on the present political scenario was a must and thus came the 'License to Skill', "If politicians intend, they can use their power to develop the society. I have denoted them through stones, which can be used for destruction or can be considered as idols. It depends on how they want to use their power." It was quite natural for her to paint one on female foeticide; a subject she feels will affect all individuals in some or the other way in the coming times. The piece, 'Departure from the land of goddess' depicts the same with cracks on barren land that will merge only when the society will give due respect to women. Female foeticide will also be the theme of her next series. The exhibition is on display at the Alliance Francaise de- 36, till July 31. ashima@tribunemail.com |
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Spice up
During the monsoon, humidity poses a real problem where appearance is concerned. In fact, it can be a bane, especially to those with oily hair. Sweat on the scalp also attracts dirt and pollutants more easily. The look of the hair really suffers. It becomes limp soon after shampoo and loses its shine, body and bounce.
In humid conditions, hair tends to swell and becomes matty and rough. This is due to perspiration and sweat secretions. The salt in your sweat, along with environmental grime, makes hair rough and robs it of its lustre and body. During the monsoon, therefore, you need to take more care of the skin and hair. You will find that you need to shampoo it frequently during monsoons. This is more so for people with oily hair. It is quite safe to shampoo your hair daily, if required, provided you use a mild herbal shampoo. Use very little shampoo and rinse your hair well with water, to get rid of all soapy residues. Even short, layered hairstyles require frequent shampooing to maintain body and style. Avoid rich conditioners, unless you have very dry hair. Try a herbal hair rinse, instead of a rich conditioner. You can also use conditioning agents from your kitchen shelf. Tea and lemon rinses may be good during the monsoon. Boil used tealeaves in enough water. You should have four to five cups of water after boiling. Strain and cool the liquid. Add the juice of a lemon and use as a rinse after your shampoo. Lemon juice can be also be added to a mug of water and used as a last rinse by itself. A lemon rinse helps to reduce grease and also maintains normal balances. You can also apply the white of an egg before shampoo, leaving it on for half and hour. This not only gives body to the hair, but is also a wonderful cleanser, cutting down on oiliness. A henna conditioner is ideal. It benefits all hair types and adds body and shine to it. It also helps to cleanse the scalp, removing impurities and wastes. Apply henna once a week, mixing four teaspoons each of lemon juice and coffee, two raw eggs and enough tea water. Some people are plagued by bad odour from the scalp due to sweat and oily secretions. For this, add the juice of a lemon and half-a-cup of rose water to a mug of water and use as a last rinse. A few drops of eau-de-cologne can also be added to a mug of water and used as a last rinse. It has a cooling effect too. If you find your hair looking oily and there is no time to shampoo, as an emergency measure, pour some eau-de-cologne on a piece of clean cloth or hanky. Wrap it around your brush and brush the hair with it. It removes oiliness and adds fragrance. Keep your hair simply styled and away from the face. Try to keep the nape of the neck free of hair. It will make you feel and look cool. Matted hair, sticking to the skin on the back, is most unattractive. Hair, which is naturally frizzy lacks moisture and protein. Actually, during the monsoon, frizzy hair is less of a problem, due to the humidity. Apply egg yolk to your hair half-an-hour before washing. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo, using less shampoo and rinsing well with water. Always use cool water for washing the hair. Hot water can make the hair more frizzy. After shampoo, apply a creamy conditioner, massaging it lightly into the hair. Apply on the ends too. Leave on for two minutes and rinse off with plain water. After shampoo, wipe with towel and let it soak up moisture. When the hair is half dry, comb it and apply a leave-on conditioner, specially on the ends. It should be applied the same way, but do not wash it off. |
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Cosm(et)ic smile
Behind a million dollar smile that makes you go weak in the knees, can be a million dollar secret. Shh…! We aren't going to divulge names, but the hint will serve the purpose---this Bollywood lady is a regular face of Hollywood flicks, this one has the best curves which were noticed on a 'big' reality show in London, and the other one is the desi girl, she smiles for gay rights… the count doesn't end here. Well, the point here is the secret behind the dazzling smile is no more under the wraps and anyone can avail it. In fact, a lot of city youngsters and NRIs have got the teeth job done that serves as inspiration to others as well. Cosmetic dentists in the city assure us the same twinkling smile using the most modern medical technologies. They let us know more about the trends in cosmetic dentistry. Preet Kamal Ahluwalia, an oral surgeon informs, "A lot of youngsters are getting lamination done to whiten their teeth. It renders a shine to the teeth. Also, there is another process for the same known as night guard bleaching in which one is required to wear a gel on the teeth overnight. One can notice the difference in a few weeks time." He terms these procedures as elective which people opt to beautify their smile. "Nearly 25 per cent of the patients go in for elective procedures. NRIs of course enjoy a huge advantage here, as it is much cheaper as compared to the dental beauty treatments abroad." Besides, whitening of the teeth, youngsters add dazzle to their smile by going for tooth jewellery. Available in the market are skypes, artificial diamonds that can be fixed on the teeth after a small surgery. "Getting a skype fixed on the canine is the latest fad among youngsters. It renders the smile an enhanced look and it isn't expensive too," says Nandini Passi, a prosthodontist. Another option available in tooth jewellery is gold crowns worn as cover on the molars and premolars. No jewellery is required if you have the perfect smile and in case you don't, go for smile alignment. "Ten sessions of ceramic veneering can help in the correction of smile. No use of metal in the process makes it really popular among youngsters especially. It is a safe and a permanent treatment. Smile alignment is another preferred method where teeth are grinded for a beautiful smile," adds Nandini. However, the convenient and most affordable method to do up a smile is bleaching. Dr N.K. Aggarwal, a dentist, says, "Our personality is judged today by our teeth. Various appropriate treatments for discoloured and non-aligned teeth are available today."He also suggests dental implants for people who have space in their teeth instead of dentures.
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Fat & friendship
A new study has shown that overweight youth are twice as likely to have overweight friends. Lead author Dr Thomas Valente, professor of preventive medicine at the Keck School of Medicine insists that the findings certainly raise health concerns because when kids start associating only with others who have a similar weight status it can reinforce the negative behaviours that cause obesity. "Although this link between obesity and social networks was expected, it was surprising how strong the peer effect is and how early in life it starts," he added. In the study involving 617 students ages 11-13, the researchers found that overweight adolescents were more likely to have overweight friends than their normal-weight peers. They also found that overweight girls were more likely to name more friends, but less likely to be named as a friend than normal-weight girls. "Researchers tend to focus mainly on health consequences when talking about weight with adolescents," said Valente. "But we also need to be sensitive to the reality that there can be a social cost for overweight youth as well. "Interventions should take these peer constructs into account, he says. For parents and educators, this may mean being conscious of potential social consequences that children may suffer as a result of being overweight; and acknowledge that many of the behaviours which contribute to obesity are social in nature," he added. The study appears in the Journal of Adolescent Health. — ANI
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"This cheap and simple strategy also improves patients' nutritional status, and has the potential of translating into significant economic, quality of life, and clinical outcome benefits," comments Magdi Yaqoob, of the Royal London Hospital (RLH), who led the study. Researchers studied 134 patients with advanced CKD and low bicarbonate levels, also called metabolic acidosis. One group received a small daily dose of sodium bicarbonate in tablet form, in addition to their usual care. For this group, the rate of decline in kidney function was greatly reduced -- about two-thirds slower than in patients. "In fact, in patients taking sodium bicarbonate, the rate of decline in kidney function was similar to the normal age-related decline," says Yaqoob. Rapid progression of kidney disease occurred in just nine percent of patients taking sodium bicarbonate, compared to 45 percent of the other group. Patients taking sodium bicarbonate were also less likely to develop end-stage renal disease (ESRD) requiring dialysis. Patients taking sodium bicarbonate also had improvement in several measures of nutrition. Although their sodium levels went up, this didn't lead to any problems with increased blood pressure. Low bicarbonate levels are common in patients with CKD and can lead to a wide range of other problems. "This is the first randomised controlled study of its kind," says Yaqoob. "A simple remedy like sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), when used appropriately, can be very effective," he adds, according to an RLH release. These findings were published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN). — IANS
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Body wise
While most of the country is concerned with the epidemic of obesity and a sedentary lifestyle and rightly so, exercise addiction on the other end of the spectrum needs attention, too. Running on a treadmill for hours, spinning out of control or climbing stairs that lead to nowhere, exercise addicts have lost their physical, emotional and spiritual balance.
When you hear the word addiction, you usually think of cocaine, alcohol, cigarettes, or marijuana. You rarely think of exercise as an addiction because exercise is supposed to be good for you. Yet, in the true sense of the word, there is no such thing as a healthy addiction. To become addicted means to devote or surrender oneself to something obsessively. And there is nothing healthy about obsession. When a commitment to exercise crosses the line to dependency and compulsion, it can create physical, social, and psychological havoc. Studies show that one to three per cent of the population suffers from exercise addiction, yet little is known about its exact causes. Some experts believe over-exercising may result from low self-esteem, that it is a type of compulsive disorder. It also is very common in people who have lost a lot of weight and are now scared to go back to being overweight. Another theory is that people become addicted to the hormones released by the brain during aerobic activity. Exercise is known to create a natural high, due to the release of endorphins into the bloodstream. These hormones, which are similar to opiates like morphine and heroin, create a feeling of euphoria and that in some cases, can be addictive. Exercise addiction is not just another term for overtraining syndrome. Healthy athletes training for peak performance and competition can suffer overtraining symptoms, which are the short-term result of too little rest and recovery. Exercise addiction, on the other hand, is a chronic loss of perspective of the role of exercise in a full life. A healthy athlete and an exercise addict may share similar levels of training volume -- the difference is in the attitude. An addicted individual will pursues his sport even when it is against his best interest. Why too much is harmful
Moderate amounts of exercise strengthen the immune system, making us less prone to illness but too much exercise has the opposite effect. Compulsive exercise can cause a lot of painful injuries, including everything from stress fractures and damaged bones/joints to torn muscles, ligaments and tendons. Excessive exercise can also lead to cessation of menses and osteoporosis. Signs and symptoms: There are three signs common to exercise abusers: they rely excessively on exercise, they continue to exercise even when injured or ill, and they experience withdrawal symptoms when they cut back on exercise. Relying excessively on exercise: When people start to exercise, it is normal to increase the frequency and duration of the workouts to improve their fitness level. However, most people will eventually reach a plateau of maintenance. Exercise addicts, on the other hand, are seldom satisfied with their exercise routines. They continually try to increase their ''dose'' of exercise. The need for exercise becomes compulsive. One reason for the compulsion of an exercise addict is that physical activity may be their only means of coping with stress and anxiety. Research shows that exercise is beneficial in stress management, but exercise should not be the only means to combat stress levels. A psychologically balanced person will use other methods as well. Exercising while injured or ill: Regular exercisers are usually reluctant to stop their workouts even when they are injured because they fear losing the fitness benefits they worked so hard to gain. However, most people will listen to reason and take a break from their exercise routine if the dangers are made clear to them. Not exercise addicts. They continue to exercise even when they were faced with an illness or serious injury like a stress fracture. Experiencing withdrawal symptoms: Even casual exercisers experience some form of mild anxiety when they miss a workout or two but exercise addicts experience withdrawal symptoms that are similar to those felt by heroin addicts. Commonly reported symptoms include sleep problems, changes in appetite, mood disturbances and depression. Symptoms: Elevated resting heart rate, elevated body temperature, overall sense of fatigue or run-down feeling, achy muscles and joints, general feeling of malaise/loss of interest in exercise or other activities, irritability and sleep disturbances. Overcoming addiction In most cases exercise addiction requires professional help, but it's possible to stop it from escalating out of control. Some important things to remember when exercising are: w Concentrate on fitness rather than what you look like. w
Get a proper exercise plan together. w
Don't overdo it - listen to your body, if it's hurting or tired stop exercising. w
Try more stretching work, like yoga, to wean yourself off high impact exercise. w
Always take rest days. w If you still feel exercise is ruling your life see a doctor. They will be able to refer you for the right help. w
Taking the addiction to excise seriously Exercise addiction can be as worrying a problem as substance abuse and should be taken just as seriously. Exercise is healthy as long as it is in balance with a full life. Speak with a mental health professional or your doctor for help if all self-help measures are failing. kalrasachin@hotmail.com |
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Blame it on the cold weather of New York or Jennifer Aniston's daring attitude — the actor was seen "nipping out" on the set of new movie The Bounty Hunter.
Singer Shakira says she gave up eating meat after she was given four chickens to look after. "I named them and they became very close to me.
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In her series of fifteen paintings, done with acrylic and oil, she has put on canvas, diverse relationships, good or bad between man and nature, supernatural factors, technological advances, environment degradation, even callous actions like female foeticide. She reasons her portraying the man's connection with his surroundings, "Whatever we are today is a result of our efforts, deeds and more importantly how our surroundings have reacted to it. Our culture and society contribute to our growth in a certain way."
In, 'Perils of the cashmere twilight', the message that comes across is, we need to be wise and patient to resolve the Kashmir issue, "In the painting, the white elephant symbolises peace and charkha placed on it conveys message that we should resort to the path of peace shown by Mahatma Gandhi." 
A daily dose baking soda or sodium bicarbonate, used in baking, cleaning, acid indigestion, sunburn and more slows the decline of kidney function in some patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD), a new study has found.