Waist Fat Equals Increased Health Dangers

Lest you think carrying waist fat around the middle is strictly an American problem, a recent UK poll finds that 97% of respondents were unaware of the link between weight at the middle and increased risk of health dangers (diabetes, heart disease and cancer), even though 71% said they had just such an expanding waistline. Leading UK charities are launching a new program to up the public’s awareness of the danger.

The campaign was just launched as a combined effort between Diabetes UK, the British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK that urges us all to measure our waistlines and make the changes necessary if the number is up there. There are four animated videos being promoted on the internet in an effort to raise awareness of the risks to health associated with having extra fat at the waistline.

The term “Active Fat” comes from the idea that fat around the middle doesn’t just sit there making you look (and feel) awful, it’s also pumping out troublesome chemicals that can have serious effects on your body. » Read more: Waist Fat Equals Increased Health Dangers

Baltic Health Benefits of Anise Essential Oil

Anise Essential Oil may not be the first aromatic oil that pops into your head when you think aromatherapy, but give it a chance. It really is a useful therapeutic oil.

Historically, anise oil has been used for dry, irritable coughs, bronchitis, and whooping cough. These are still applicable uses today. In recent times, Anise oil is also used for arthritis/rheumatism and cancer.

Other uses of Anise oil include alkalosis, blood oxygenation, colitis, constipation, digestion (accelerates), diverticulitis, estrogen (increases), fertility, flatulence, hormonal imbalance, irritable bowel syndrome, menopause, parasites, pms, prostrate cancer (blended with frankincense), and respiratory system (strengthens).

How is all of this possible from one essential oil? It’s in the properties. The therapeutic properties of anise are anticoagulant, anesthetic/analgesic, antioxidant, antiseptic, estrogen-like, antispasmodic, antitumoral, diuretic, tonic (heart), and a stimulant (heart).

Fragrant Influence
Sniff this amazing aromatic oil and it will open emotional blocks and recharges vital energy. If you don’t feel like going around with amber bottles close to your nose, simply diffuse it.

Origin
Good Anise comes from Turkey or Egypt. Pay attention to country of origin when purchasing any aromatherapy oil and know where the best comes from.

Precautions
Anise can irritate sensitive skin and has been known to cause dermatitis in some individuals. It is best if you use it in moderation. » Read more: Health Benefits of Anise Essential Oil