Green Tea - Japanese Kasaayam (Medicine)

 Those who reject (Truth), among the People of the Book and among the Polytheists, will be in Hell-Fire, to dwell therein (for aye). They are the worst of creatures.

Aloha muchkins :)

Currently I am on a weight loss mission to lose all the weight I gained at pregnancy within 3 months which is of course a difficult task and slightly impossible to lose that much so quickly, however, some loss is better than nothing right :P

I have reduced my meal portions and been eating healthy. I have been walking lots lately and joined zumba too. Lets see how far or how much I can lose here after...

I am going to write more about Green Tea which really helps in detox and weight loss.
But I know what you are thinking right now...Green Tea smells awful, it tastes even more awful. Gals, we have to understand that what is all that tastes awful are the ones that are healthy.

Even at work, I am trying to continue my health journey, I have been drinking hot green tea in the mornings. 

I have this cute tall cup at work which I bought at a Thrift Store. Whats stated on the cup was what interested me and I believe in that. Its actually a quote by Jane Austen who is the author of the Pride and Prejudice. 

"Nobody minds having what is too good for them" 

Who wouldnt want to eat good and feel good. At least I do. This tall cup carries at least 2 cups of tea. Drinking this japanese kasaayam wouldnt hurt. You can just gulp it down for health sake.

Here are a list of benefits that you are actually getting out of drinking green tea.

1. Gives protection against cancer
2. Speeds up weight loss
3. Reduces breathing problems
4. Lowers severity of rheumatoid arthritis
5. Reduces high blood pressure
6. Reduces the risk of heart diseases
7. Helps in stimulating smooth digestion
8. Reduces effects of obstructive sleep apnea
9. Reduces stress and depression
10. Helps in fighting infections
11. Boosts immune system
12. Prevents Alzheimer's disease
13. Prevents tooth decay

There are so many different brands in the market. From Japanese brands to Lipton there are many choices. There are also tea that has fusion of fruits and fragrance.

For those who dont like the burnt leaves smell can try the flavoured fusion green teas. My US manager once bought mango flavoured and raspberry flavoured green tea which tastes soo yummy. But i guess its expensive but she told me that we can get it at a store near Singapore Mariott Hotel. I have yet to explore that shop that she mentioned. Once I get there, will get it so that you guys will know about this tasty tea too.

If you have green tea now and still cant find the courage to drink it, try drinking green tea with small green limau (lime) ... This will remove that burned leaves smell although you cant eliminate that taste though...If you want, you may drink it slightly chilled with fruits (mangos or berries) chopped in it so you have that sweet sour taste along with the richness of the green tea.

Try it out and let me know on how you are drinking your tea :)

Love

B.H

How I (try to) keep myself fit...(at a budget)

“O mankind!  There has come to you a good advice from your Lord (i.e. the Quran), and a healing for that which is in your hearts.” (Quran 10:57)

“And We send down from the Quran that which is a healing and a mercy to those who believe...” (Quran 17:82)

Good day my lovelies

As promised, I couldnt keep up to it for not writing yesterday, reason being is that I had guests over at my place and the computer had some issues that I had to reformat it. Now its fine. So lets continue shall we...

Lets take a break from fashion  tips and get to health tips...and yes, at a very promising budget :)

Trust me, there were times when I had to splurge more 10000 bucks to get my body back in shape, and to think of it, I dont regret it but I felt that i could have been patient and wise. I am trying not to make that mistake again and try the body trimming the hardest way. 

I gave birth 8 months ago and having my mom over with me didnt do me much help as she forced me to eat well so i can feed my baby..This just added extra pounds to my weight. I was bloated up.

Now, that the Queen has left, the Princess is ready to shed some weight. I am very weight conscious and me being overweight now really makes me depressed.

So, I started off running at the park near my block and realized that my knees and joints were very weak and wobbly. I had to build up the stamina. Currently am doing crunches, plunges and squats.

I have also reduced my food portions. I dont really think that starving would do any help but only result in doubling the weight that we lost very quickly. I tend to eat everything but of course in a very small portion. I just eat juz a small scoop of rice to get enough carbs to burn that day. Instead of 3 meals I day, I expand it to 5-6 meals a day, with healthy snacks and small portions. Include lots of vegetables and fruits in your diet. Drink lots of water. Its very essential to remain hydrated due to body weight loss. Its faster this way. I make it a point to drink 500ml an hour before every meal and in between intervals. Drink Green Tea to detox the impurities. Its yucky the first time, but once you get used to it, you will love it, trust me.

Firstly, am planning to get some strength on my feet so I can run and do heavy activities. Now, that I have controlled my food intake and have built up self discipline, I am planning to join zumba next month, of course for those who are not willing to spend that few extra bucks, there are lots of zumba/aerobics videos on youtube for free. The point is to sweat it all out. The more you sweat,  it increases your metabolic rate, the more you lose weight. But remember to stay hydrated. There are many trainers on youtube that provide useful information, excercises and tips to lose weight.

Once you get a hang of it, and maintain a rhythm with your exercises, either with dumbbells or if you have a gym at home or at the public gym, tone down the loose fabs of fat that needs to be tightened due to weight loss. Weigh yourself every month and measure your body statistics once every month after a shower. Keep a record of your weight loss. Don't lose hope ladies, I know its not easy but I am sure you will be able to do it.

Remember that this weight loss can never be achieved overnight. Keep your head up high and All the best lovelies.

Till next time, Hurdle Up Ladies.

Best Regards

B.H