You’re a totally proud parent. And why shouldn’t you be? Your child is entirely awesome, and she knows it. How does she know it? Well, probably because you indulge her every little whim and fancy. Okay, okay, it’s perfectly alright to indulge your child every once in a while. Maybe even more than that. But when it gets to the point that she’s acting more like a dictator than a daughter , you’ve got a problem. So how much indulgence should you provide? That’s not an easy question to answer. That said, read on for some tips on judging what’s too much and when to say no: Expecting More Than Just Enough How much do you expect of your child? You might think it’s more than it actually is. Indulgence doesn’t only equal giving too many material ‘things’. It’s also about giving too much of yourself. Obviously, you want to give yourself to your child. You’re a parent, that’s kind of in the job description. But there comes a point when you’re doing everything and expecting very little from your child. Chances are you’ve heard the term “helicopter mom.” Not only does she hover, but she does, and does, and does some more, for her child.

Are you wondering if you might be pregnant? Or maybe you just found out that you’re pregnant and are not sure what to expect. Of course, the only way to be 100% certain is by taking a pregnancy test. But there are a few tell-tale signs to look out for that can point to you being pregnant. Here are some of them: Breast tenderness Breast tenderness is one of the earliest signs of pregnancy and can be noticed as early as the 4th week of pregnancy. Milk ducts in the breast tissue start to expand in preparation for breastfeeding, which can cause breasts to feel tender, heavy or tight. The good news is that these symptoms usually get better with time. To help deal with breast tenderness most doctors recommend that women should wear support bras or special maternity bras that are less likely to cause pain or discomfort. Spotting and Cramping After the fertilized egg attaches itself to the wall of the uterus (where it will spend the next nine months), some women may experience light spotting and cramping. This is perfectly normal and is known as implantation bleeding. The cramping resembles menstrual cramps, so a lot of women initially mistake both the cramps and the mild bleeding as the start of their period.

Gout Diet Overview Gout is a form of arthritis that affects a wide range of people for varying reasons. This harmful condition occurs when there are chronically high levels of uric acid in the blood, which results in the hardening and crystallization of the uric acid in the body. Once these crystals are formed, they tend to attach at or around the joint spaces in the body, causing limitations in the affected joints, pain, swelling, and redness. One of the primary etiologies of gout is a diet that allows for uric acid formation. While consuming foods that increase the production of uric acid is not necessarily harmful to the common adult, there is a concern when you consume these foods over a long period of time. Listed below are some important diet tips to keep in mind for anyone with gout: Diet Tips for Every Gout Patient: Weight Loss One of the most important elements for anyone with gout is weight management. Carrying excess weight is a major risk factor for acquiring gout and for worsening the symptoms of gout. Studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of weight loss in gout patients. Even without changing the amount of foods high in purine, a reduction of weight still leads to a reduction of gout symptoms and relieves the overall stress to the affected joints.

How To Control Cravings Between Meals It’s those times between meals when our cravings can really hit. An afternoon dip in blood sugar, a difficult day at work, or just the temptation to treat ourselves (because of #YOLO!) are all the excuses we need to start honing in on that niggling craving for a chocolate-smothered sundae. But, while a treat every once in a while is part of a balanced life, constant cravings for junk food can add up to dietary self-sabotage. To help buck the cravings, here are seven key tips: Slow down during meals. Eating meals slowly have several benefits. Most importantly, it gives your brain time to register feelings of fullness, so that you know when to stop eating. This helps with digestion and with keeping blood sugar levels stable post-meal. There’s a psychological benefit of eating meals slowly, too. Studies have shown that if we quickly shovel our meals down while distracted, we’re likely to eat more later on. On the other hand, if we’re eating slowly and are mindful during meals, we are able to vividly remember what we’ve eaten. This makes us feel mentally more satisfied, and therefore we are less likely to end up with our hand in the cookie jar an hour later.

Low Reps vs. High Reps When you go to the gym, do you lift the heaviest weights that you can? Or do you do more reps with lighter weights? This is a tough question for anyone who has recently started working out at the gym. A personal trainer would certainly be helpful. But if you do not have a trainer, you need to educate yourself about low and high reps. The pointers below shall guide you as to how best to design your fitness program so that you meet your health and wellness goals. So let’s take a look at some of the things that no one tells you about low rep vs. high rep sets. Facts about Low Rep and High Rep Sets: Low Reps. Are you looking to get lean and boost your endurance, or are you looking to bulk up and build muscle mass? If it’s the latter, then you should perform low rep sets at the gym. Building muscle tissue is known as hypertrophy, and it is a common goal for anyone who is lifting heavy weights to get stronger. Low rep sets are also useful for people looking to lose weight , as the muscle growth one gets from this style of training helps increase one’s daily metabolism.