DragonTortise.com

Weight loss tea

For long years, Chinese teas have been considered as weight loss aide.  In fact, drinking a cup of tea with every meal is considered a protocol for using tea successfully as a metabolic stimulant.

As you may know, tea by itself carries only four calories per serving, and it is most healthy when taken with nothing added.

According to some experts, the Chinese weight loss teas are produced based on the belief that the caffeine in tea increases body function to help burn more calories.  Also believed is that the tea contains polyphenols which seem to aid in the digestion of fat, truly making it a Chinese weight loss tea.

Generally, all types of Chinese tea are deemed great for weight loss.   They all offer a low calorie alternative to commercial beverages.  However, the Pu-erh and Oolong teas have received the most attention regarding weight loss.   Let’s take a look at these two well-known Chinese weight loss teas.

Pu-erh Tea

Although green tea has gotten all the press, the pu-erh teas are finally being enjoyed in the West.

This is because many have believed that pu-erh, which is also known as “medicinal tea” in China, merits a place among the tea shelves of Americans.

Some of the pu-erh tea trees are said to be ancient, the oldest known tree is more than 2000 years old.   Well, these trees are believed to be an older variety of the modern, being a smaller leafed tea bush.  The leaves of this variety are processed differently than green tea leaves.

They are usually oxidized similar to that of the oolong tea, but not as long as black tea.   What happens is that the leaves are dried loose or compressed into tea bricks, tea cakes or Tuochas that look like a bird nests.

Well, for some people this Chinese weight loss tea in this state is a unique visual experience.  Some of the tea cakes have been aged in caves just to develop their earthly flavor.

What makes pu-erh great for weight loss is that it helps to decrease blood cholesterol levels and improves fats metabolism.  Also, it is thought that the unique double fermentation done with this acclaimed Chinese weight loss tea may create special enzymes and microbes that provide the body micronutrients essential for well-being.

Furthermore, one cup of pu-erh tea with each meal has shown to stimulate weight loss.  It is said to balance the body’s systems and stimulate a more functional metabolism.

Oolong Tea

The Oolong tea is but a well-known variety of semi-fermented or oxidized tea.  It is particularly noted for its flowery and intense qualities.

Accordingly, the Oolong ranges from bright green and slightly fermented to dark-leafed and hearty.   It is dried fully, locking in the rich flavors that this Chinese weight loss tea is known to offer.

It is actually this unique drying process which allows oolong to possess a number of stimulating attributes and can be applied for weight management in addition to a well-balanced diet.

As mentioned, pu-erh and oolong teas are just two of the well-known Chinese weight loss teas.  Aside from green tea, black tea, compressed tea, and other varieties, these two kinds are now highly available for those who wish to attain weight loss and better health.

Click here to get FREE trial of this amazing weight loss Tea TODAY! Limited time offer!

Filed under: Weight Loss Tea by admin - No Comments →

Self Defense

The art of self defense is one thing many now arm themselves with as they go about their daily undertakings. Bottom line, in these unpredictable times, danger is always lurking around the corner, waiting for opportune moments to strike.

With the principles of self defense, one stands to have a chance against evil elements of society, like muggers and robbers.

Wing Chun, a Chinese martial art form, stands to be one of the many martial arts which is fast being embraced by many as their means of self defense against the dangers of society. As a form of self defense, Wing Chun boasts to be an impressive form.

Wing Chun, when Romanized is pronounced as Wing Tsun or Ving Tsun, literally means “spring chant”, and “forever spring” alternatively.

Wing Chun is basically a Chinese martial art which is known to specialize in aggressive close-distance/range combat.

The origin of Wing Chun as a Martial Art is basically no different from all other forms of Chinese Martial arts.

Historically, the lessons, practices and traditions of Wing Chun were passed from teacher to student, who in turn eventually becomes a teacher teaching his/her line of students, in an oral manner, making it difficult to exactly pinpoint or give a clear definition regarding Wing Chun’s foundation.

As an oral tradition, there are many accounts regarding Wing Chun’s founding as a martial art. One legend talks about a young woman, named Yim Wing Chun. Yim Wing Chun, whose name meant beautiful springtime, rebuffed a local warlord’s marriage proposal.

The warlord, said he would agree to rescind his proposal, if Yim Wing Chun could defeat him in a fight. In an effort to prepare herself, Yim Wing Chun goes to Ng Mui, a local Buddhist, to teach her some boxing moves. Eventually, a fighting style is developed, enabling Yim Win Chung to defeat the proposing warlord. The warlord, impressed with the fighting technique, is taught the fighting style, and names it after Yim Wing Chung.

On a more historical note, Wing Chun appears to have started in records when third party documentation regarding the Martial Art started to appear during the era of Leung Jan, a Wing Chun master. These third party documentation stands as a much more verifiable documentation regarding the Martial Art.

If one is out entertaining the thought of learning a Martial Art, for its self defense value, Wing Chun would be one good martial art class worth taking lessons.

It was in the news, the new kung fu movie Ip Man has inspired many wanting to take up classes in Wing Chun. Li Xiao Long was the famous disciple of Ip Man the master; and Li Xiao Long was famous for his skills and kung fu. I have never learnt Wing Chun before, but it would be interesting to learn some of its skills. But as my tai chi master advised us, Li passed on early because he was too “yang”, and neglected the “yin” side of the practice for health and longevity.

Therefore, one must be careful not to go to the extreme sides of things, even in learning kung fu. Kung Fu is not just about being aggresive and fighting all the way. In life, everything is about balance. I have always loved the story of Zhang San Feng. I pick up Tai Chi again because I admire master Zhang San Feng, who had achieved deep realizations of Tao – the yin and yang of life. It is his lineage that I seek.

Filed under: Tai Chi and Chi Kung by admin - No Comments →

Feats of Strength

Last week, my master asked both my female friend and myself to give a demonstration of breaking bricks with our palms again.

My friend did it with the front edge of palm in two attempts; I did it in one attempt with the side of my palm. I did it with just my palm only about 2.5 cm above the brick. In short, we had to break it open without trying to lift up our hands and bringing it down.

I never knew i could do it so fast and smooth.

It was pure FOCUS and CONCENTRATION that did the feat.

A word about strength training.

Along with aerobic training, you also need to consider adding strength training to your workout.  Now, you don’t have to be a body builder here.  You don’t have to have bulging muscles.  But, you do want to develop lean muscles that are strong and therefore healthy.

If you need to lose some weight, strength training is a very essential aspect of making sure that happens.  With strength training, you will be able to move flabby muscles and fat into lean muscles.  Muscle burns through fat faster, allowing you to lose weight faster.

Strength training is essential because it allows you to improve the way that your body works, too.  Muscles that are strong are less likely to become injured.  They are able to be used easier, with less likelihood of being strained or hurt through your daily exercises, movements or even in accidents.

Here are some tips for exercising through strength training.

•    Work with a low amount of weight first.  Never increase the weight you are doing unless you are okayed to do so by your doctor.

•    Consider working with a physical trainer.  This small investment of time and money will allow you to improve your overall muscle mass faster, and more effectively.

•    Change up the exercises that you do so that the process is easy and fun.  You’ll enjoy it and you’ll see improvement in the tone of your body quickly.

With strength training, you should add in ten minutes per day three times per week at least.  Again, you’ll want to increase this number over time to at least 30 minutes per day three times per week.  Remember to include ten minutes before and after your workouts for warm up and cool downs!

Filed under: Strength by admin - No Comments →

Water Aerobics

Improving your body means improving your body’s ability to move and function.

Its not easy thing to do at first, but it will get easier.  Our overall plan to improving your body’s fitness level is through exercise, coupled with the other fitness elements later.

Exercise is something that people hate, but remember your body is built to be used, not to sit in a chair at a desk all day.  It is estimated that most people don’t get the exercise that they need and that leads to all types of health problems.

Again, even if you aren’t overweight, chances are good that you aren’t getting enough exercise and fitness into your life anyway.  Using your muscles and strengthening them are vital to improving health and fitness.

Aerobic Training

Movement is important for your body.  Exercise is the best route to take to gain that health.  Aerobic training is the best way to improve your overall exercise tolerance and therefore to improve your muscles.

Aerobic training helps to increase your heart’s ability to pump and therefore to get oxygen throughout your body faster.  In this type of training, your body will work to improve its function by improving how much work your heart can do.

To find out if you have any limitations, talk to your doctor.  If not, then start with a basic program.  Here are some tips for you to get in aerobic training.

•    Start with basic aerobics and work up as your tolerance increases.  Walking is a great place to start.

•    Increase your resistance by taking trails that offer hills or speeding up your walk as you improve.

•    Move on to more aerobic style exercises.  Swimming, bike riding, playing your favorite sport, running, elliptical machines, and other physical activities are perfect for aerobics.

Your goal is to start with 10 minutes of continuous aerobics three times a week.  You should try to increase this to 30 minutes three times per week, though, as soon as your body allows for it.  The guidelines of your doctor are a must to follow!

Filed under: Fitness by admin - No Comments →