What to do to survive the day after the sleepless night?

We all know that the sleep is very important, but also we know that sometimes there are no chance to sleep well. What to do to survive the next day?

1.EAT PROTEIN

Protein-rich products will provide you constant blood sugar level. If you slept a little last night or you didn't sleep at all, you should eat veal, poultry, seafood or beans. 

2.BREATH

Go outside and breath deeply. Go for a walk. You will see that you will feel better.

3.DRINK WATER

Water really works in this kind of situations. Fatigue is one of the symptoms of dehydration, so take care of the right water level in your body.

4.TAKE MAGNESIUM

It's mandatory! Choose that ona which cointains vitamin B6 and is well absorbed and which comes from organic compounds like asparate, citrate or lactate. 

5.DRINK TEA INSTEAD OF COFFEE

Of course, it's about green tea. Coffee worsens dehydration.... so look at point 3. ;)

BEAUTY MENU: 10 PRODUCTS WHICH PROLONG YOUR YOUTH

SESAME – it has a lot of calcium, iron and dietary fiber which have a good effect on the digestive system and joints.

BEAUTY MENU: 10 PRODUCTS WHICH PROLONG YOUR YOUTH

NUTS - all nuts have strong anti-inflammatory properties and lower cholesterol. 

It is impossible to imagine a more healthy snack!

BLUEBERRIES -  not only have benefits for eyesight, antioxidants and vitamin C but also neutralize 
the harmful effects of radiation on the skin.


PINEAPPLES – enzymes, found in these fruits, support the acceleration of metabolism and produce 
also collagen which is responsible for skin elasticity.


WATERMELONS – lycopene contained in watermelons acts as a natural UV filter and maintain 
an adequate level of skin hydration. 


AVOCADO – contains a huge amount of OMEGA-3 acids which slow down the body’s aging 
and increase a level of skin elasticity and hydration. 


BROCCOLI - lutein affects the reconstruction of body cells, activating in them a powerful
 regenerative mechanism.


CARROT - is a source of carotene and affect the regeneration of tissues and cells. What’s more, gives
 the skin a pleasant and peach shade. 


TURMERIC - this ,,golden” spice is a good food and drinks additive.  It is an effective antioxidant
 so it slows down the aging process. 


DRY RED WINE – one glass is enough (no more)  1-2 times a week to look younger.
 All because of resveratrol and polyphenols. Cheers! ;) 

Summary of an article ,, Susan Potter will live forever"

In ,, Susan Potter will live forever” ( National Geographic, January 2019), Cathy Newman present the story of the woman who donates her body to science and from that moment she will be live forever. After her death, her body was frozen, then divided into 27,000 pieces which were photographed and digitalized in a compendium of human anatomy.
Susan Potter decided to share her body because she desired to help the medical students.
In general, anatomy is the bedrock of medical studies but unfortunately, dissecting a cadaver, during which students can see the structure of the human body is very expensive and often insufficient. Because of that, in 1987 Michael J. Ackerman, an assistant director for high-performance computing and communications at the National Library of Medicine, came up with the idea to create a virtual body that will give the same result as a normal dissecting. Then in 1991 was established National Library of Medicine’s Visible Human Project and the team headed by Vic Spitzer and David Whitlock received a government contract grant of $720,000 to get started with the project. In the beginning, they wanted to show only  a healthy human body and the donor was supposed to be anonymous. However, in 2000, Susan Potter came to the researchers, declaring his willingness to sacrifice his body for research purposes. At first, Spitzer has refused her proposition because Potter suffered  various disease, but then came up the conclusion that the illnesses are also the subject of research of the future doctors and the case of Potter could be an interesting example to examine and to analysis.
In this way, a relationship between a scientist and a woman has been continued for 15 years.
Susan Potter died on 16th of February in 2015, at the age of 87. After her death, the visualization of her body was recreated from 27,000 pieces and which is now an important point for students of medicine.

3 negative effect of consuming sugar

3 negative effect  of consuming sugar.

Not only sugar but also all sweets and desserts are very tasty. When we want to improve our mood we often eat chocolate or candy but for sure it isn’t good for our health.  Too much sugar in our diet leads not only to gain weight but also:

-        -   Affects our mood. When we eat the sweets, there is  not only a fast increase of sugar in our blood but also an equally rapid drop which leads also to a sudden drop in mood and fatigue.  Remember that it is important to choose complex carbohydrates which you can find in whole grain cereals.

-        - Speeds up ageing. A lot of scientific studies  confirm that sugar causes skin ageing. Sugar molecules bind to collagen in our skin and take part in the process called glycation which causes inflammations that breaks down collagen causing wrinkles and loss of skin elasticity.

-        -  Makes you hungry all the time. Sweets and simple sugar don’t have nutritional value. Apart from unnecessary calories they don’t give us anything valuable. It’s true that they ,,clog”  quickly, but they keep this feeling  only for a while.

So, try to reduce sugar in your life and you will be healthier!

The benefits of drinking coffee. Some of them surprise you!

I love this moment when I can sit on the couch, drink coffee and just relax me.  The taste of coffee is unique and the most important component of it is caffeine, which has a stimulating effects. It affects our physical and metabolic activity. Coffee is a natural fat burner. Drinking it can increase production of adrenaline and glucagon which are responsible for the process of glycogen release  from the liver and taking necessary energy from adipose tissue. This a desirable action when you want to reduce the body fat. In this case, it’s recommended drinking coffee a few minutes before the training. Moreover,  caffeine is a source of antioxidants and numerous nutrients that are important to our health.  

The other facts about coffee are:

-          it’s the most popular kind of drink around the world

-          it increases concentration, stimulates the brain, reduces the number of migraines and stress

-          it reduces the risk of liver cancer, Alzheimer and Parkinson

So, take a break and drink coffee.

How protect skin during the winter?

I think winter is the most beautiful season of the year but during this time, our skin can change - start to scour or dry. I’d like to present you a few principles of winter skin care.

1.      Adjust cosmetics to the season.  In the winter use a body cream or hand cream with a high level of moisturizing. The perfect cosmetic should contain for example: ceramide, fatty acids, glycerol, hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and argan oil.

2.      Clean your face but don’t make your skin dry. Use cosmetics with milk-like consistency.

3.      You have to buy lip balm and lip peeling because lip skin doesn’t have sebaceous glands and tend to be dry.

4.      Using different kind of oils will be helpful. Firstly, you should apply a cream on your face and then give a few drops of oil on it (argan oil, jojoba oil or macadamia oil).

5.      Avoid hot baths.  When you spend too much time in the hot bath, your protective skin coat is damaged and in consequences your skin in dry.

Now you can enjoy the winter with perfect skin!

Is it possibile to meet a hero in modern time?

Have you ever wondered what should you do to become a hero? In modern times, for many people a hero is still a mythical figure or king who rescued a village in sixteen century. They think that, because we have a lot of legends about heroic events in the past and only a few about today’s heroic situations. I am convinced that we are surrounded by the heroes but unfortunately no one talks about them.

Firstly, this person who is a hero is characterised by bravery and courage. It is not difficult to find an example of people with these qualities. This character traits perfect suit for example to the soldiers in Afghanistan. They are leaving their wives and kids and they are going on a mission. They are risking their own lives to liberate innocent people. Is it not a heroic situation?

Secondly, to confirm this statement, just take a look at the doctors. Maybe they do not wear a shining armour like knights in the past, but they are fighting for every human life every day. I personally think that we do not appreciate them sufficiently because it is obvious to us that they always help us if we have a medical problem.

Apart from people I have mentioned above, I believe that everyone can become a  hero. I think, the main goal of heroism is just a desire to help another people and it is important to not be selfish. There are a lot of situations where we can change something in one’s life. For example, we can donate the blood or hold a give-collection campaign for flood victims. In this way we will be a hero for someone who needed our help in the specific situation.

In contrast, it must be admitted that in the past, particularly during the numerous battles and wars, it was easier to die as a hero and sign up on the pages of history, for example fighting for dignity or human rights. 

To conclude, it is my firm belief that heroism is visible also in modern times, but, in comparison to the past, it has a different form. People have a lot of opportunities to  improve or even save someone’s life. It is essential to remember about all small gestures of aid and also to be aware that there are a lot of unsung heroes around us.

Sweet dreams

Problem with sleep, especially with fast falling asleep affect many people. It can complicate our plans, because it is hard to be effective and full of energy all day if we sleep bad. To avoid this situation, I have a few tips what should we do to sleep better:

- Choose the right mattress that will give you a comfort.

- Buy bedding made of natural material, for example cotton or linen.    

                       

- Take care of silence and peace. You can cover the shutters to create complete darkness.

- Ventilate the room. Fresh air and a large amount of oxygen make it easier to fall asleep.

- The ideal temperature for sleep is 18-21 degrees of Celsius.

- Do not drink coffee or tea before bedtime. Eat the last meal at least three hours before going to bed.

- Try to go to the bed always at the same time.

- You can make something that relax you, for example, you can listen to classical music.

If you make all these things, I’m sure that you will sleep better and in the morning you will be well-rested and with a lot of enthusiasm to be effective at work.

Sweet dreams!

It's time to smile!

There is probably no one who wouldn’t answer a smile also with a friendly smile. We like people who often smile and it is nice to spend time with them. Today I would like to  tell you why we should smile every day.

1. Smile improves our daily well-being. 

The smile reduces stress and makes us relaxed. Even this forced one improves our mood. It stimulates the secretion of endorphins, it means a hormone of happiness.American scientists have proved that a smile can reduce the impact of stress on the human heart. It positively affects our body, reducing the frequency of hits of the heart when we are stressed.

2. Smile create our image.

  

The smile makes us more credible to our interlocutors. It also makes us better perceived by the others. It builds trust between people and offers a good atmosphere.According to researchers from the UK, people should show their own happiness because this will improve the attitude of everyone. 

3. Smile makes new friends.

  

People like to surround themselves by happy people. A smile allows you to catch contact with another person. This is the first step to gain the trust of someone and to build a different kind of relationships.Scientific research shows that if we smile often, people perceive us kinder, happier and more beautiful.

4. Smile makes our life longer.

Apparently, people who often smile and enjoy their life, they live about 7 years longer than those who don’t smile very often.

5. Smile rejuvenates us.

With the smile on our face, we  look younger. It also stimulates the elasticity of the skin.

So, don’t forget to smile today! ;) 

  

,,Fall on Me"

Hello, 

Everyone knows Andrea Bocelli and his famous song ,,Time to Say Goodbye". This year, the performer for the first time, recorded a new song with his son. His fans are delighted with the talent and beauty of Matteo Bocelli. On youtube, we can find many positive comments about the young Italian singer. The clip, in which are present the archival photos of father and his son, is very popular. It already has over 25 million views. "Fall on Me" comes from the new album "Si". The song is also part of the soundtrack for the new Disney movie "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms." In film we can see the greatest actors like Keira Knightley, Mackenzia Foy, Helen Mirren and Morgan Freeman. To admire this song you need to listen to it: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChcR2gKt5WM

The meaning of Beauty, part 3.

Beauty is often invisible. We can see it during ordinary situations. Sometimes it is so ,,normal” that we don’t pay attention to it.
Happens that beauty is mix with ugliness. For example, someone with a difficult character lives in a beautiful, large and modern house and always buys new things. Unfortunately, this person is alone and don’t have any friends with whom can share his life. Another example can be a man who lives in a miserable house, without any facilitation, but he is always ready to help other people. He also spent time with his family, because he knows how important value it is. He is just honest and happy.
In general, beauty is subjective. Of course, some aspects can have an impact on our point of view, but in the end, we decide ourselves what we like. True beauty should affect our emotions. Physical appearance will go away with time, but the inner beauty will remain forever. We must try to improve ourselves. We also need to accept the differences of beauty between people. In the book Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery there are really meaningful words: ,,Here is my secret. It is very simple: it is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye”.