How To Get Rid Of Sleeping Problems Such a torture is simply unbelievable and can bring anyone to his or her knees. Anyone who has sleeping problem has the days that are bleary and groggy and there is plenty of emotional suffering as well. You may even be mistaken in being nutty or a secret cocaine addict. * Tip 1 - Reduce Fatigue Fatigue causes anxiety, fear as well as chronic depression and it also ages a person, making him or her vulnerable to contracting serious mental problems such as schizophrenia and paranoia and these may be caused by lack of sleep or insomnia as it is also known. So you should try to reduce your fatigue through spirtual meditation and frequent exercises. Yoga is a good exercise to help one relieve sleeping problem symtoms. * Tip 2 - Quit Your Coffee! Insomia is caused by fast heart beat and low blood sugar and curing insomia may be as simple as quitting coffee after your breakfast as well as having more food after the supper. When considering which foods to consume one may take a step forward in curing insomia by quitting refined carbs such as sugar, alcohol, starches, and baked goods and quitting these will help in healing pre-diabetic pancreas as well as dried and shriveled adrenals that may make the patient want to drink coffee frequently. However, it might be difficult to quit coffee for some, and curing insomia may require the patient to switch to decaf and also take pain killers in the morning. The full cup of coffee should be reduced to half a cup and then later to a quarter cup, gradually. In addition, you may need to take herbal laxatives each night as well as eating lightly with less meat and no sticky white flour foods and plenty of raw vegetable juices or fruits that should be consumed between meals times. These will be your first 2 steps on how to get rid of sleeping problem. * Tip 3 - Drink Nepenthe TeaAnother way of curing insomia is to drink nepenthe tea that is pure soma which is a mythological medicine that helps induces deep dreams. However, you can go in for cheaper herbs such as hops, skullcap, and valerian try out teas covered in steep and it will defintely help in curing insomia. Drinking a cup of nepenthe tea will certainly induce a strong desire for sleep, thus helping to get rid of sleeping problem.There are also other curing insomia aids available such as earplugs and eyeshades and using bee’s wax earplugs which are warmed by the body and prevent house sounds, neighbor’s dogs loud barking and such like that could jar your brain to wake up again. A soft cotton or silk scarf may be used as a blindfold and the shade provided by this eyeshade does not allow morning light to wake you up till you have had enough sleep. * Tip 4 - Sleep supplements for curing insomiaUsing amino acid ornithine or vitamin C or Calcium nitrate are some of the other sleep supplements you can try out for curing insomia and there are always sleeping tablets available as well. Hot baths can also help in curing insomia as it helps release your mind and body.
Treatment For Skin Allergy Skin Allergy Symptoms: • Rash • Wheals • Skin rash • Skin swelling • Skin inflammation • Pruritus • Irritation • Pain Skin Allergy Remedies: * Application of mashed papaya seeds on the area decreases itching. * Applying ice over the affected skin will also give relief from the itching and irritation of the skin. * Intake of vitamin C reduces the probability of allergies. 1000mg of the vitamin is advisable daily. * Drinking lemon water is also effective to keep the heat away during the summer season. Thus it will prevent prickly heat from occurring. * Take a glass of water with two tablespoons of cider vinegar. * Apply some fresh aloe Vera gel over the affected skin, as this will give cooling effect to the skin and thus give relief from the pain and itching. * Make a paste from sandalwood and limejuice, apply on the affected area it will gives relief from itching. * Mix few drops of lemon juice into sandalwood powder and prepare paste from it. Apply this paste over the skin allergy. * Do minor to moderate exercise such as swimming, walking, or a light job. * Two times in a month have only liquids for about two to three days. This will cleanse your system and make you lead a healthy life along with preventing the skin allergies. * Smoking and heavy alcohol consumption must be restricted. * Avoid processed meats and pre packed frozen dishes.
Best Drink to Increase Height Tips for Height Increasing Supplements On order to gain your desired height, you must use appropriate supplements but it would be best for you to If you must drink alcohol, allow to 5 hours gap between drinking and taking. Ingredients * Grewia asiatica – 1 cup * Water – 1 1/2 cup * Cherries – 1/2 cup * Apple juice – 2 cups * Celery leaves – 1/2, chopped * Vitamin C tablets – 4 * Black pepper – 1/2 tsp * Tabasco sauce – 1 tbsp * Brown sugar – to taste Method Blend all of the above, except for brown sugar, then strain. Add brown sugar into the mixture and drink 1 glass every day. With this drink, your height will increase, your hormones will balance themselves out and if it’s also helpful if you menopause before the right age. You also have to keep exercising with this treatment; swimming is the best exercise to increase your height.
Tips For Joint Pain Relief The adult human body is made up of 206 bones, but these bones do not move on their own. It is the joints that form a connection between bones and provide movement. Therefore, normal body movement can be hindered, because of any damage to the joints from diseases or injuries. Causes of Joint Pain:Joint pain is sometimes referred to as Arthralgia (from the Greek word Arthro meaning joint, and Algos meaning pain).A number of conditions can lead to painful joints, such as - * Body strains or sprains. * Diseases such as inflammation of joints (arthritis), tendons (tendonitis) or bursa (bursitis). * Injuries. * Viral Infections. * Lifestyle issues like lack of exercise/movement, weight gain, and stress and posture problems. * Old age. * Surgical intervention may be required if there if a disease of the bones, ligaments or cartilage. It is best to consult your doctor in such a case and seek earliest medical help. * Techniques like acupuncture can treat osteoarthritis pain. Spa therapy, hydrotherapy and mud baths also relive joint pain by soothing sore muscles. * Techniques such as heat/cold therapy, electrical nerve stimulation as well as massages help in soothing painful joints and stimulating blood flow, while stabilizing and improving the range of motion. * Warm water baths that focus on the affected joints, oil massages with Eucalyptus/Olive oil, consuming lukewarm milk mixed with one tbsp of turmeric, and drinking enough fluids like carrot juice, these are all useful home remedies that do not cost anything but go a long way in relieving joint pain.
Tips for Selecting the Right Doctor The role of health care and its fraternity play the role of demigods in all our lives. One of the most sought after as well as the dreaded profession is that of a Doctor. This profession has sometimes unrealistic expectations to heal a person from the most horrific disease/ailment. * There are three kinds of doctors - one who smiles and gives a comfortable feeling that nothing is really wrong with a patient. Or the one who states the facts in a straight manner. Or, the one who makes us take a dozen of tests before diagnosing a simple ailment. Nevertheless, we end up TRUSTING all the 3 types of doctors, don’t we? * So, what goes on in the life of a doctor? Becoming a doctor by itself is not a cake walk as he has to complete 4 years of college, with another 4 years of medical school plus 3-4 years of being a resident doctor. * Despite being the most glamorous and highly paid job, a doc's job comes with its own cons. A doctor inevitably has to keep his family and social commitments as the last priority for the day as he steps out of the house. * The life of a doctor is far from being consistent. Again, this depends on where the doctor practices. Few doctors run clinics, while majority of them work in the hospitals. As per the Department of Health statistics in 2009, many physicians and surgeons work long, irregular hours. * Over one-third of full-time physicians and surgeons worked 60 to 80 hours a week. This does not include emergencies. Physicians and surgeons must travel frequently between office and hospital to care for their patients. While on call, a physician will deal with many patients' concerns over the phone and make emergency visits to hospitals and nursing homes. * Among the must-have skills for a doctor is the skill of listening and decision making. The latter skill calls for lot of precision. During the day, a doctor takes myriads of decisions. * Due to lack of availability of time and non-stop ringing of their cell phones, they are under constant pressure to make quick vital decisions, few of which may turn out to be inappropriate and can even snuff a life out. Almost all the professions do have scope for mistakes, but a single mistake in a doctor's profession may mar his entire career. * It takes a doctor to keep his chin up to maintain positive vibes in and around him. His health also needs to be at its optimal best since he is at a higher risk of contracting the illness from his patients. In a single day a general physician gets to deal with a potpourri of illnesses, ranging from cold, flu, jaundice, Typhoid and the list goes on... Your doc also has to deal with so much negativity. * Access to information and knowledge has made patients these days, more demanding, asking for an explanation and sometimes too critical of the doctor's decision. Sad but true, we are strangely less grateful to them. * We pay a visit to the doctor as we need their guidance and assistance but thanks to our half-baked knowledge about his diagnosis and treatment, we become extremely circumspect of his line of treatment. * Doctors reinforce a positive outlook in our lives and help us heal and make us feel better. With a hope to recover and recuperate we make a beeline to the health experts. * 1st of July is celebrated as Doctor's day in India. This day commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. B C Roy for his enormous contributions in the field of medicine. He was one of the few people who completed F.R.C.S and M.R.C.P simultaneously within 2 years. He established various medical colleges and hospitals. His passion for serving people eventually led him to be the second Chief Minister of West Bengal. * From centuries, physicians have been regarded the care takers and promoters of good health. Let us all acknowledge the selfless service of Dr. B C Roy as well as the entire doctor fraternity on this day and make them feel appreciated. A big thank you to all the doctors!!
Safe and Effective Home Remedies Whether we suffer from a common cold, a stomach upset, heartburn, or a sore throat, we look for a quick remedy that heals the symptoms before we decide to visit the doctor. Home remedies are ancient and time tested traditional healing therapies, which brew out of the kitchen pot. Check the following homely first aids for the common disorders, but remember to consult your doctor first. * Influenza: Beat the flu blues with simple natural remedies - Boost your immunity system with half teaspoon of fresh juice of ginger and half teaspoon of honey, mixed in lukewarm water. Drink the concoction thrice a day, to increase your body’s immune system. Substitute your diet with more liquids than solids until the flu abates. Warm liquids, such as soup and water keep the body hydrated. However, keep away from coffee and tea as they can dehydrate the body. * Ear infections: Ear infections are sensitive to heat, and outside elements, so only use these if your doctor allows. Below are few remedies that treat external ear infections, but exercise extreme caution in using them- Warm few pods of garlic and heat with olive, sesame or coconut oil and strain the oil. Put few drops of oil into the affected external ear; cover it with a cotton ball, to see the pain subside immediately. Warm few Basil or Tulsi leaves in water and put few drops into the affected ear to reduce the inflammation. * Aches: Manage excruciating pains in a natural way- Body Ache: Drink a mixture of ginger juice in warm water every two to three hours reduces body ache. Back Ache: Massaging the back with mint oil gives significant relief. In addition, a diet that is Vitamin-C rich (carrot, tomatoes, lemon, and berries, etc.) is helpful to reduce the intensity of the pain. Tooth Ache: Place a piece of Garlic or onion with rock salt helps to cure the pain. A mixture of pepper powder and salt also reduce toothache. * Cuts and Stings: Get quick relief with few simple tricks- Cuts: For minor cuts and scrapes, apply a thin film of honey and cover the wound for a speedy relief. Applying Aloe Vera juice or gel on the wound is also one of the efficacious home remedies. Stings: One of the effective pain relievers for stings of Bees, Wasps and Hornets is to apply a thick paste of baking soda on the site. Applying vinegar also reduces the irritation. Nevertheless, remember to remove the sting out of the skin before using vinegar.
Healthy Eating During Pregnancy Healthy Pregnancy Tips, Indian Diet During Pregnancy, Tips Pregnancy Nutrition: You don't have to give up all the foods you love when you're pregnant. You just need to eat smart and make sure that most of your choices are healthy ones. It’s easy for an expecting mother to lose track of what and when she eats as she juggles household responsibilities while meeting the demands of her changing body. If that’s the case with you, read on. Here are some great tips to keep you well-nourished amidst your chores, and also on days when you just feel like lazing around all day! Food Menu: A healthy pregnancy menu should have a variety of food items from different categories of food groups such as- * Carbohydrates: Around four cups a day of whole grains, cereals, rice, pasta, whole wheat bread would give the much-needed energy boost to your body for all the extra work that it’s doing. * Proteins: 2 ½ -3 cups of lean meat, dals, fish, nuts, milk, paneer, eggs, per day are essential for the tissue growth of a developing foetus. * Vitamins and Minerals are required for boosting the baby’s immune system, nerve and muscle development, formation of blood, brain development, and other vital bodily functions. Around three cups, or four to five helpings of fruits, 2 ½ cups of green leafy vegetables, and three cups of milk are needed by your pregnant body. You must also consume liver, eggs, dates, almonds, walnuts and oily fish for various major and minor minerals. * Fats: Butter, vegetable oil, olive oil, fatty fish coconut milk, etc can be had amounting to about six teaspoons a day. * Fluids and water are extremely important to keep you hydrated. Here is a simplified version of this menu for you to follow. You may use this sample food menu as a base to plan your meals, during the nine months. Remember to keep alternating food choices, according to seasons, and your moods, to avoid monotony. * Early Morning: Half a cup of almonds / apricots/ walnuts. * Breakfast: A bowl of poha / upma / cereal / one masala dosa / an egg omelet, a glass of orange juice. * Mid-morning: Fresh fruit juices, one vegetable sandwich in whole wheat bread, a slice of cheese. * Lunch: Chapattis, grilled chicken/ paneer / dal, fresh fruit salad, a bowl of curd. * Afternoon: A glass of coconut water/ lassi, strawberries/ one banana, 2-3 ragi biscuits/ crackers * Dinner: Lean meat/ fish/ cooked vegetables, chapattis/ rice, soup, an apple. * Around bedtime: A glass of warm milk.
New Menopausal Years - I What exactly is menopause? It is the cessation of the functioning of the ovaries – meaning the ovaries stop producing eggs and there is a gradual but significant reduction of production of female hormones. This means the woman is no longer fertile and her child-bearing years are over. The time of menopause is defined as the date of the last menstrual period. Menopause occurs over a period of years as a consequence of the normal ageing process. (This is different in case a woman has undergone hysterectomy which is the removal of the uterus. If her ovaries are left intact, she may not have a sudden menopause. But in case of women where the ovaries are removed, the onset of menopause will be sudden). * It was just yesterday that you were bewildered by all the changes happening in your body. It was a painful process no doubt – the awkwardness, the discomfort and all the rest that goes with the adolescent years. Then followed the years of youth, the best years of your life. Now all these years later, you are in a sense going through the reverse adolescence and are now entering the “M” years. Yes, menopause. * The average person generally looks on the word with dread and fear. We have heard from other women and read reams in endless magazines about this “dreadful” phase. Is it all really true? How are we going to be affected by it when our time comes? Well there is no “one size fits all” answer to all of this. The best weapon against any threat is to be well informed, aware and mentally prepared. The first psychological step in the battle against menopause is to remember that this is a natural process and not a disease. * Menopause could occur anywhere between 45 – 55 years of age (on an average) give or take a few years which may vary based on various factors such as genetic disposition, general health conditions, whether the person has undergone a hysterectomy and whether the ovaries were removed (oophorectomy). Let us just look at a normal case scenario. * A person is typically considered to be menopausal when she has not had a period for the last one year. The transitional years around the actual menopause (last period) are known as the “perimenopausal” (around the menopause) years. This could start as early as 35 years and go on for as many as 10 or more years. * What are the symptoms of menopause? There are many of them. Every women may experience some or many of these in varying degrees of severity. The most common include: • irregular periods which may vary in frequency, duration and intensity • hot flashes • changes in moods • night sweats • increased stress • tenderness (pain) in the breasts • vaginal dryness • decrease in libido (sexual desire) • insomnia (lack of sleep) • fatigue (tiredness) • forgetfulness • osteoporosis • heart disease • hypothyroidism • weight gain * Are these really as terrible as they sound? A certain amount of discomfort will certainly be there, but there are ways to cope with them effectively.
Spa Treatment in Kerala Jennifer, a 40 year old mother of 2 kids had a persistent knee pain for over a month. So last month she decided to get a spa treatment in her home town, Wayanad. And lo, within seven days of her spa massage and medicated herb-oil treatments, she got considerable relief from her knee pain. Her experience of the spa in her own words was, ‘It was healing and rejuvenating.’ * What Is a Spa Treatment? SPA stands for Sanus Per Aquam which means health through water. Spa treatments offer steam baths, mudpacks, massages, diet and exercises to relax and heal the body. Spa treatments in Kerala, known across the world, also combine ayurvedic treatments like medicated oil and herbal massages, herbal baths, yoga etc to heal the body, holistically. * What to Expect From a Spa Treatment Based on your ayurvedic body type and your needs, a customized programme is formed for you in spa centers. The treatment generally consists of ayurvedic regimes, yoga, diet and meditation to provide deep healing of your body. So whether it is a weight loss, detoxification or anti ageing goals, customized programmes will be planned for you. Generally you can expect a general massage (Abhyangam) which is a herbal oil massage of neck, ears, shoulders, face, back and chest. Herbal steam bath consisting of medicinal herbs; podikizi treatment, consisting of powdered herbs filled in muslin bags and dipped in hot oil to massage your body; or Shirodhara treatment (warm oil flow on head) can be lined up for you. Each treatment which can last about 20 to 90 minutes, and can cost you anything from Rs400, to Rs3,000. * Tangible Benefits from Visiting the Spa A general body massage by trained practitioners can result in sound sleep, improved appetite, and lessening of stress levels in the body. Apart from this it can also improve your eyesight, bring relief to joints and improve the sheen of your skin. Herbal steam baths can increase energy levels in the body and bring a sense of peace in your mind. Medicated warm oil treatments can bring relief to people suffering from back pain and spondylosis. Foot massage can help cure insomnia. * Some Tips for a Spa Treatment: You must always get a massage from a licensed massage therapist and this holds especially true if you suffer from a chronic disease. If you are pregnant, talk with your doctor, before heading for a spa treatment. Massage techniques can cause premature labor in some women. When choosing a spa look for water quality and the general cleanliness of its premises. Talk to people and read reviews of the treatment center before you book your appointment with the center.
Tips on Running in Winter You may exclaim saying, running and that too in this freezing cold! You got to be crazy. Nope, I am not. Winter is one of the best seasons for you to run. The weather is cool. The tracks are empty and you can really dress up if you wish too. Dressing up during the summer may not be too comfortable. So show off your wardrobe now. If you are a first time runner, then you may get discouraged at the beginning due to the lung-burn feeling you get. But trust me, once you complete a couple of days, you will be absolutely fine. So do not let the cold discourage you in any way. * Run With A Partner: Yes, it is extremely boring to run alone. In fact, doing any kind of exercise alone, on a regular basis, needs tremendous amount of will power. So why don’t you tie up with a partner having similar interests? It may be a buddy, a colleague or even your spouse. If you chat and run, you will be distracted and not get bored at all. You can even race with each other to pep up your daily schedule. * Warm Up: During the winters, it is important that you take more time to warm up. It might take around 10 to 15 minutes to warm up and hit your running tempo completely. Thus, plan your time accordingly. Taking a hot shower to pre warm your muscles do help a lot. Make sure you keep your feel lower to the ground and shorten your stride. This will reduce the risk of slipping. * Hydrate Yourself: Just because it is winter, does not mean you do not need hydration. You may not feel as thirsty as you feel running in the heat. But that is no reason for you to ignore your fluids intake. Your body still needs a lot of fluid. Make sure you carry enough in your water bottle. * Choose Proper Shoes: Choosing proper shoes is a must. In fact that is the most important thing you need to concentrate on irrespective of the weather. If you are into regular running or jogging, you must have at least two pairs of shoes handy. Do not compromise on the quality. Remember, your feet are more precious than saving a few rupees. * Choose Proper Gear: Having the right kind of clothes can make a major difference. Avoid over dressing though. Your body temperature increases as you start running. You must feel cold when you step out of your home. If you are toasty and warm, you need to remove a layer. Your apparel should block moisture and wind. You should invest in a good running jacket, head band and a pair of gloves. You must keep your hand and head warm. Also do not forget to protect your face. Use proper glares to save your eyes from the chilly wind. Moisturize your skin well with a heavy oil based cream. If it has a sunscreen, better.
Reproductive Health Care for Women Most of the women should have either experienced or heard about these medical conditions at some point of time in their life. Now that these medical conditions have become highly prevalent, an awareness that medicines alone will not rectify these issues and proper lifestyle changes need to be made has also come. Listed below are a few pointers to start with the changes one can initiate in their lives before shelling out huge sums of money for fertility treatment. 1. Stop worrying. Worry increases the stress level which in turn aggravates the medical condition. Now that you know the problem, make up your mind to work towards solving the same. 2. For any medical condition associated with the reproductive system of women the following will help -weight loss, diet, supplement and attitude * Weight loss: Shedding even a few pounds will help a long way in regularizing periods and improving the fertility quotient. Choose any workout that fits your lifestyle and be consistent. * Diet: Diet is your medicine. Research shows that 90% of Teens are affected with PCOS due to their sedentary life style and heavy snacking on junk foods. Make a commitment towards healthy eating. Choose a wide variety of veggies, fruits and nuts for your diet. Research also shows that all chronic diseases and metabolic syndromes started coming in with the consumption of the plethora of processed foods increased. Hence make sure to include in your diet a lot of unprocessed food rather than processed ones. It’s the right time to remember about the food pyramid and balanced diet concepts that one would have read during school days and to follow the same. * Supplement: Make a good multivitamin, multi mineral supplement a regular part of your diet to support reproductive well being and metabolism. Though vitamin and mineral supplements give enormous benefits, be cautious not to take them on your own because research shows that any supplement needs to be taken only after proper tests and only on medical advice. Hence check with your gynec before making this decision as an unwarranted consumption of any particular vitamin/mineral will have disastrous side effects. * Attitude: Whining and getting depressed over your health is not at all an option. Be a go getter and try to cultivate the "Never say Die" attitude. Your positive attitude towards life will solve 90% of your problems. Now there is an increasing tendency to go in for IUI or IVF treatments within the first few months of marriage. According to generally accepted medical parameters, a woman is considered infertile only if she has not conceived even after 1 year of trying. Hence do not give up, do a thorough medical examination of both yourself and your partner to make sure both of you are fit to be parents. Take control of your health and the much awaited good news will soon follow. Remember that much of the problem can be remedied through sheer will power, your own that is!
Hemophilia Symptoms and Treatment Hemophilia is a rare blood disorder which causes excessive bleeding. A person suffering with this disorder has low clotting factor a protein that helps in clotting blood. A person suffering from this bleeding disorder takes a longer time to clot a wound or injury than a normal person. Hemophilia is an inherited disorder; it commonly affects males than females. * People with this disorder have low number of or no clotting factors in their blood stream. Clotting factors are proteins that help the platelets stick together so as to stop the bleeding. There are two types of hemophilia- hemophilia A and hemophilia B; those suffering from this disorder mostly develop hemophilia A. The severity of this disorder depends on the amount of clotting factor in the blood; less the count of this protein in the blood stream the more sever is the bleeding. Hemophilia can also be developed later in life this type is known as acquired hemophilia. In rare cases women can develop this disorder, this happens right after birth of a child or later in life in middle or old age. Women may also develop this disorder if suffering from heavy bleeding during their menstrual cycle. The risk of developing acquire hemophilia may develop if a woman is going through pregnancy. * Depending on how many clotting factors are present in the blood of those suffering from hemophilia symptoms may range from mild to severe. Excessive bleeding, frequent injuries, bleeding gums, painful and swollen joints, painful muscles and heavy bleeding during a tooth procedure or a surgery can be few symptoms of hemophilia. A series of test will be done if a person is suspected to suffer from hemophilia, if his/her test results are positive then his relatives also need to undergo these test as in most cases this disorder is inherited. * Hemophilia is treated using replacement therapy in which clotting factors are injected into the blood stream regularly or when bleeding occurs depending on the severity of the disorder, although there might be few complications like immune system starting to attack the clotting factors or developing an infection if the clotting factors are not treated properly before reaching the blood stream. The joints and muscles can be damaged due to this treatment. But, the treatment can help reduce the symptoms of hemophilia.
Health Benefits of Exercise Physical Fitness, Health Benefits Exercise, Your Mental Fitness Tips: How exercise and activity helps protect you from heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, back pain, osteoporosis, and help manage stress.
Coffee May Reduce Risk of Oral Cancer Cofee Reduce Cancer, Coffee Reduces Risk, Lower Skin Cancer Risk: Drinking more than 4 cups of caffeinated coffee a day was linked to a 49% lower risk of oral and pharyngeal cancer death compared to drinking no coffee or only an occasional cup.Among 968,432 men and women who were cancer free at enrollment, 868 died from oral and pharyngeal cancer during 26 years of follow up. * People who drank more than 4 cups of caffeinated coffee a day were about half as likely to die from oral/pharyngeal cancer as people who drank coffee only occasionally or not at all.the strongest risk factors for oral and pharyngeal cancer are tobacco and alcohol use. Most people with oral and pharyngeal cancer use tobacco. Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection has also been linked to this cancer, especially in non smokers. * Scientists found decaffeinated coffee also reduced the risk, although to a lesser extent, while drinking tea did nothing to prevent the disease.The latest findings, by a team of researchers from the American Cancer Society in Atlanta, Georgia, suggest it may not be caffeine that protects against the formation of malignant growths in and around the mouth.
Eating Healthy in the Winter Months Healthy Eating Winter Months, Healthy Eating in Winter, Secrets to Winter Health: You can maintain your healthy health throughout the winter months by following some easy winter health tips. * Eat high quality carbs : Listen to your cravings - there is a reason for them! In the winter, with fewer sunny hours, your stored serotonin (the "feel-good" brain chemical) starts to decline. Your cravings for carbohydrate-loaded comfort foods are your body's cries for more serotonin. But be careful when choosing carbohydrates to boost serotonin! Opt for nutritious whole grains and choose high-quality carbs such as sweet potatoes, pumpkins, and squashes. * Love seasonal produce Winter produce may not be as exciting and colorful as summer berries, but there are still many healthy choices available. Work seasonal produce such as pomegranates, cranberries, citrus fruits, purple grapes, and orange root vegetables into your meals. You'll not only add color to your plate, you'll pack in some serious nutrition punch. * Nourish your cold : Despite numerous claims you may have heard, no diet remedy or supplement has scientifically proved effective at preventing cold and flu. However, studies have shown that 1,000 mg of Vitamin C supplements may make your cold milder and shorten it by half a day. In addition, there's a promising perk for yogurt lovers! A German study found that probiotics (as found in yogurt with active culture) may shorten your cold episode by almost two days. So keep on eating those "friendly" bugs! * Consider Vitamin D supplements : If you live in the northern hemisphere or wear sunscreen all the time, consider taking Vitamin D supplements. Numerous studies have shown that oral intake of 1000 IU Vitamin D can reduce the risk of colon, breast, and ovarian cancers by as much as 50 percent. Vitamin D can be found in fortified dairy products, fatty fish, and egg yolks. But reaching the recommended level through food alone is rather difficult. Therefore, the Canadian Cancer Society recommends that all adults take Vitamin D supplements every day during the fall and winter seasons. Be sure to speak to your doctor before starting any supplementation.
Mosquito Bite Treatment Mosquito bite treatment starts with cleaning the area and addressing the reaction as soon as you realize you've been bitten. A simple mild soap and warm water wash is the first place to start; pat dry with a soft towel and resist the urge to rub. Scratching and rubbing will actually prolong the mosquito bite itch instead of offering (temporary) relief. You also run the risk of introducing dirt and bacteria into the open area and developing an infection. * If the urge to scratch is too overwhelming (particularly if you have been bitten several times or have a more extreme reaction), there are several mosquito bite remedies from your medicine cabinet - and your pantry - to ease the annoyance. * To make your own mosquito bite home remedy, use two parts baking soda to one part water. Mix together until it reaches the consistency of a sticky paste and apply directly onto the bite. As it dries, it will alleviate the sting and bring some relief to the itching and swelling. This is a great treatment for those with sensitive skin and for small children because the ingredients are mild and won't cause irritation. Just wash it off after the urge to scratch has gone away (remember - soap, water, and pat dry) and reapply if the symptoms flare up again. * For a quick fix - particularly when you're out of the house and unable to reach a first aid kit or get to the kitchen - ice wrapped in a towel or an ice pack will ease a mosquito bite's swelling. Even a cold can of soda or bottled water can do in a pinch. * Aloe Vera gel is nature's perfect gift for treating mosquito bites. The coolness eases symptoms and forms a protective layer after application to reduce the risk of infection. Reapplication will be necessary. It's good to do another soap and water wash every few hours. * From the medicine cabinet, calamine lotion or a topical anesthetic (containing pramoxine) are effective mosquito bite treatments. One percent hydro-cortisone cream alleviates itching, as well. If applications to the surface of the skin don't take care of the symptoms immediately, try taking an anti-inflammatory such as ibuprofen or naproxen. This will help to reduce the swelling of the bites. For more severe cases, an antihistamine such as Benedryl will also help, but check with your doctor before administering the medication for this reason. * If the mosquito bite does not respond to topical treatments and the skin around the area becomes warm, red and swollen, the bite may be infected. Call a medical practitioner in this case; a stronger treatment may be necessary. * Unfortunately, beyond the irritation of bites, mosquitoes also carry diseases, picking up and passing them from person to person. West Nile, encephalitis, and others have been reported around the United States. If you begin to experience headaches, fever, vomiting, chills, or muscle aches, you may have contracted something more than a bump from that mosquito bite. Contact your physician immediately if any of these symptoms develop.
7 Dangerous Acts After a Meals Dangerous Acts After Eating,Dangerous Acts After Meal, Dangerous Facts After Eating: about seven dangerous activities after a meal follow these things to avoid for better health. 1. Don’t smoke Experiments from experts proves that smoking a cigarette after meal is comparable to smoking 10 cigarettes (chances of cancer is higher) 2. Don’t eat fruits immediately Immediately eating fruits after meals will cause stomach to be bloated with air. Thre fore take fruits 1 -2 hours after meal or 1 hour before meal. 3. Don’t drink tea Because tea leaves contain a high content of acid. This substance will cause the protein content in the food we consume to be hundred thus difficult to digest. 4. Don’t loosen your belt Loosening the belt after meal will easily cause the intestine to be twisted and blocked. 5. Don’t bathe Bathing after meal will cause the increase of blood flow to the hands, legs and body thus the amount of blood around the stomach will therefore decrease, this will weaken the digestive system in our stomach. 6. Don’t walk about People always say that after a meal walk a hundred steps and you will live till 99. In actual fact this is not true. Walking will cause the digestive system to be unable to absorb the nutrition from the food we intake. 7. Don’t sleep immediately The food we intake will not be to digest properly. Thus will lead to gastric and infection in our intestine.
How To Maintain Healthy Shopping Habits Shopping may be fun, but it can be a quick way to drain your resources and land you in debt! Be savvy when it comes to your funds. Find out how to maintain sustainable shopping habits here! * Being a shopaholic is a common habit these days. Most of us wish to have unlimited access to shop at a giant shopping centre, and many of us are also aware of terms like – ‘Shopaholics,’ ‘Shop till you drop,’ or ‘I exist because I shop.’ * Many times I’d leave the house with the sole purpose of shopping. I wouldn’t have anything specific in mind to buy – I just wanted to spend money. I wanted the satisfaction of bringing home something new. I’d decide I wanted new comic books, for instance — even though I hadn’t read everything I already owned and so spend a Saturday afternoon going from shop to shop. I’d come home having spent $50 or $100 on new comics, most of which I’d never read. * Purchasing items for necessities is normal, but when people habitually collect unnecessary things to pass time, it’s more than serious. Shopping can become an addiction and many people regularly jeopardize their lives by shopping themselves broke. Being a shopaholic is not restricted to any gender, race or nationality. * This is a very dangerous and universal problem, and in order to control this addictive behavior it is necessary to spot it at the right time. Let’s take a look at the top 10 most common signs of shopping symptoms. As you read these shopaholic symptoms, ask yourself this question: ‘Are you a shopaholic?’ The answer might surprise you.