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History of Gymnastic Sport

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Gymanstics, as an activity sport, has been around for over 2000 years but as an competitive sport it is a little more than 100 years old. Mass and individual exhibitions were conducted by various clubs and ethnic groups such as the Turvereins and Sok ols. While it was slow-growing in the club area, it was fast-growing sport in the Turvereins and Sokols. In 1830s, the sport of gymnastics was introduced to United States and its school systems by such immigrants as Charles Beck, Charles Follen and Franci s Lieber. In 1881 the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) was formed, later was renamed to Bureau of the European Gymnastics Federation. This organization pioneered the international competition. The Amature Athletic Union (AAU) was formed in United Sta tes in 1883. Along with other amature spotts in United States, this organization took over the control of the gymnastics in U.S. Various "championships" started to develop by various clubs and organizations at about ...

3 Top Recipes for Refreshing Vitamin-Rich Fruit Salads

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In this text we will write about three amazing recipes for a fruit salads that are rich with vitamins that are necessary for our body in order for us to be healthy.  In a preparation of a fruit salad, the taste isn’t the only thing that is important, the appearance is important too.  It’s important that the blade with which you cut the fruit is sharp so you won’t crush the fruit salads . Exotic Salad ! You need: - A quarter cup of lemon juice - ½ cup sugar - 2 bananas cut on pieces - half pineapple cut into pieces - ten smaller cleaned strawberries -2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint - a 1/3 cup of coconut flour - vanilla ice cream. Preparation: Mix lemon juice, water and sugar in the pot, warm it up to boiling, stirring constantly until the sugar is melted, then remove the pot and when it cools put it in the fridge. Before serving it in the bowl, mix the fruit, sprinkle it with mint and coconut flour and mix it easily. Put the salad ...

20 Foods that Gives Energy

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Almonds, salmon, blueberries and 17 more foods that will make you more alert, energetic and ready to take on the world. It’s three in the afternoon, your energy is flagging and all you want to do is take a nap, but instead you have to sit through a boring meeting. While you could just have a second – or seventh – cup of coffee, you could also have some pumpkin seeds, an apple, a few red bell pepper slices with hummus or a piece of dark chocolate. These 20 foods can help relieve fatigue, sharpen your focus and give you the jolt of energy that you need to avoid falling asleep at your desk. Leafy Greens Spinach, kale, arugula and chard. Virtually every variety of leafy greens is flavorful, packed with vitamins and minerals, and a low-calorie addition to your meals. Not only do they contain vitamins C and A, which are important for energy levels, they also contain depression-fighting folate. Nuts Nuts like almonds, walnuts, pecans and cashews contain protein for endurance and ...

16 Most Amazing High Fiber Food

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Despite its popular association with trips to the restroom, fiber is no joke. The benefits of an efficient bowel aside, a high-fiber diet can also reduce the risk of stroke, hypertension , and heart disease . Unfortunately, fiber consumption is currently at an all-time low, with less than three percent of Americans meeting the recommended intake . Why Fiber? Fiber is something the body needs but never actually digests—in fact, it remains more or less the same from plate to toilet. It comes in two varieties, soluble and insoluble, and most plant-based foods contain a mixture of the two. Soluble fiber turns to gel in the stomach and slows digestion , which helps lower cholesterol and blood glucose . Insoluble fiber, on the other hand, remains unchanged all the way to the colon, making waste heavier and softer so it can shimmy through the intestines more easily. Regardless of these differences, neither type of fiber is ever absorbed into the body. Skipping out on a...

9 Reasons You should Eat Avocado Toast Everyday

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Oh avocado toast... creamy, hearty, healthy, and more delicious than almost anything—at least that’s the way it feels that way when we’re eating it. It’s hard to imagine a better breakfast! With the perfect combination of carbs, healthy fats, and flavor, what’s not to love? Yes, the classic recipe  (avocado, lemon juice, olive oil, chili flakes, and grainy bread) is always a winner, but eating the same thing day in and day out can ruin even the most delectable items. And we’d hate for that to happen. These nine avocado recipes bring unexpected ingredients to the table like Gorgonzola cheese, mango, chia seeds, and even relish. This way, you can eat avo toast every day, in every way. Photo: Healthy. Happy. Life. 1. Sweet Mango Avocado Toast We’ve always enjoyed mango guacamole  but never thought to load it on our toast instead of chips. This buttery, sweet combo makes for a great breakfast, lunch, or pre-workout snack...

13 Easy Ways To Add Extra Protein To Every Meal

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Protein is an important part of a healthy diet, which is why we partnered with thinkThin® protein bars to show you some simple swaps you can make to add more of the good stuff to every meal. If you are still struggling with those last five pounds or sick and tired of that under-arm jiggle , it’s time to up the healthy protein in your diet. And no surprise — going with low-calorie, low-fat options is a must when trying to lose weight. Not sure where to start? You might be surprised with how easy it is to sneak proteins (that actually taste good!) into your daily eats, leaving you feeling full longer — and helping to lower your total body fat. Goodbye, muffin top — hello, slim hips! 1.Crazy for quinoa: Instead of making rice for dinner, try quinoa instead. This protein-packed grain is versatile and delicious with any meal . Swap for rice in homemade sushi, use instead of pasta, or add cooked quinoa to pancake batter for a pop of flavor — and extra protein! 2. Ble...

Breast Cancer updates: Breast Cancer Risk, Factors and Prevention

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Breast Cancer is a prevailing type of cancer syndromes in our world today and its obviously taking lives of both old and young star women. Due to its prevailing symptoms, we have choose to share some of its Precautions, risks, factors and preventive measures every woman would know. #1. CHECK OUT YOUR BREAST: Performing Breast Examinations (BSE) regularly once a month can help with early detection.  When breast cancer is detected early, less aggressive treatment is needed and the chance of survival is higher.  Ask your Doctor to show you how to examine your Breasts properly. #2. MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT: If you are overweight, lose it. Keeping your weight in a healthy BMI range can have a protective effect. Why? Because being overweight increases your body’s level or oestrogen, a hormone that plays a key role in the development of breast cancer.  Breast Cancer Victim #3. GET A MAMMOGRAM: If you are 40 or older, regular mammograms will h...

How to get rid of Male Boobs "Gynecomastia"

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For many men who are overweight, one of the most emotionally sensitive aspects of being overweight is their man boobs, or 'moobs' as some people call them. This can really be damaging to any man who has had this problem. There can be a positive connection between man boobs and weight loss though. Too much fat isn't the only problem. Very often men lose muscle in their chest and that muscle turns to fat. When that happens their once tight and toned chest can start to look a little more 'ladylike' then they would want. Another cause for man boobs is poor physical fitness and eating habits. When you gain weight, you gain it everywhere. That includes your chest. This can happen to women too but often they don't mind as much. For men who are sick of having too much flab on their chest one of the best things to do is change your lifestyle. Eating less and exercising more can really help a lot. Incorporate weight training into your routine and focus on your ...

Health benefits of Carrot - carrot as a remedy and health theraphy

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  Carrot Botanical name = Daucus carota. Carrot is a fruity and juicy tuber eaten and loved by all. This great fruit is well grown across the world and loved by all we are going to be focusing more on its health benefits and reasons why you should keep eating more carrot and adding it to your meal and daily diet : 1. Carrot is considered good and highly recommended for a sharp eyes it enhances sight visibility. 2. It contains high level of carotene that protect against macular degeneration and senile cataracts. 3. Carrots prevent various cancers that ranges from Lung, breast and colon cancer . 4. Carrot contains vitamin A and antioxidant that protect the skin from sun damage, it prevent all forms of premature wrinkling, acne, dry skin , blemish and pigmentation. 5. Carrot also contain Beta - carotene and alpha - carotene that prevent heart diseases . 6. Vitamin A in carrot helps in flushing out toxins in Liver thus cleasen the body ...

Nutrition :10 Amazing Health and Nutritional Benefits of Mango

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Mango - Mangifera indica. Mango is no dout a seasoned fruit loved by all this "King of fruit" is pleasant and palatable combined with the aesthetic qualities. So many people around the world love to eat mango on various purposes both 90% eat mango equally because of its palatability obviously this as restrict them from checking into some amazing health' medecinal and nutritional benefits of the fruit. As usual here is GREEN HEALTHY FARM we always bring to your notice some hiding fruits and vegetables health and medecine benefits that seems to be unknown. Some of the super benefits of mango are: 1. PREVENT CANCER: An antioxidant found in mango protect against colon cancer, breat cancer, leukemia and prostrate cancers. 2. L0WERS CHOLESTEROL LEVEL: Mango is high in dietary fibre and vitamins which makes it to lower "serum cholesterol level. 3. SMOOTHEN THE SKIN SURFACE : Mango is used both internally and externally for skin, its ...

SIMPLE TIPS ON HOW TO MAINTAIN A BALANCED DIET AND STAY HEALTHY ALWAYS

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We will be sharing together tips on how to ensure you eating a balanced diet and stay healthy always. Eating a healthy, balanced diet is an important part of maintaining good health, and can help you feel your best. It doesn’t have to be difficult either. Just follow the tips we will be sharing below. 1. EATING THE RIGHT NUMBER OF CALORIES FOR ACTIVENESS, this is needed so that you will be able to balance the energy you consume and the one you used. NOTE: if you eat too much you will gain weight and if you eat and drink too little, you’ll definitely lose weight. That’s why it’s necessary you consult a doctor and know how much calories you needed. Most people do consume more calories than they need. 2. EAT VARIETY OF FOODS NOT JUST A TYPE : Considering our recent post on various food nutrients, you are advised to eat a wide variety of foods as we have shared food nutrients and examples of food that as all this nutrients in them, to ensure you are getting the ba...

HEALTHY LIVING, 25 AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF EATING CUCUMBER ALWAYS. MUST READ!!!

         Cucumber , which happens to be the fourth most cultivated vegetable in the world and known for its all round health benefits which makes it to be referred to as SUPER FOOD. So many of us eat cucumber as a fruit, some as vegetable or mixture of other foods in salad or confectioneries but there is simply much more to this amazing super fruit food and that is what we will be discussing together  Stay tune and read along…., 1.    Cucumbers serves as a good and refreshing fruit suitable to eat when you are thirsty or seems to have lose water in your body, because it’s made up of 90% water. It can rehydrate your body water loss. 2.    It has been proven that cucumbers are capable of restoring your body and can relief you from heartburn which is as a result of excessive heat in the body, application on skin surface can also get you relief from sunburn. 3.    Cucumber is capable ...