Saturday, November 10, 2007
Top 7 tips To Prevent Heart Attack
1. Keep tabs on your cholesterol levels
To control your cholesterol, avoid saturated fat, eat fewer calories, and try to eat foods rich in fiber, such as vegetables and fruits. If your cholesterol is very high, drugs to lower it may be an option for you.
2. Ask your doctor about aspirin
Daily intake of aspirin may reduce your risk of heart attack by thinning your blood and preventing clots from forming. However, you should talk with your doctor before doing so because aspirin is not safe for everyone.
3. Drink moderately
Studies show that one drink a day (12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of liquor) may have a protective effect on your heart. However, the effects are more beneficial if you are middle-aged or older and have suffered a heart attack or stroke or already have cardiovascular disease.
4. Exercise
Regular exercise is good for you because it helps reduce stress, cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and excess weight, and it can make your heart stronger, leading to a lower pulse rate. But overdoing exercise isn't a good thing, especially weight-lifting exercises that can trigger heart attacks. Talk with your doctor before beginning an exercise program.
5. Relax
Because stress is such a factor in heart disease, eliminating or decreasing it can do wonders for your cardiovascular health.
6. Control your blood pressure
Your heart has to work harder to push blood through your body when your blood pressure is high. This causes your heart to enlarge and can speed up atherosclerosis. Fortunately, by reducing your diastolic blood pressure by only 2mm Hg (millimeters per mercury), you can decrease your risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke. The average healthy blood pressure is 120/80 mm Hg.
7. Stop smoking
Smoking is harmful to your cardiovascular health. Smoking also clogs your arteries and in the process, raises the blood pressure in those clogged arteries. This condition helps to double the heart attack risk for smokers compared with non-smokers. Therefore, as soon as you stop, your body immediately starts to bounce back and improve your cardiovascular health.
By Raymond Lee
Naturally Treat Osteoarthritis- 6 tips to Cure Arthritis with No Medication
Osteoarthritis- Is it ruining your life?
There are many different forms of arthritis but the most common form is called osteoarthritis. The most common form of arthritis affects over 60 million Americans. Osteoarthritis typically effects people who are 35 years of age and older. As a person becomes older, the pain appears after years of wear and tear on the joints between the bones, which is why it is called the 'degenerative joint disease'. Due to the repeated movement and weight upon the joint, the cartilage begins to break down causing inflammation and pain. Because of the nature of the problem, symptoms become worse and worse over time with use of joints. Normally, osteoarthritis begins at the knees and works its way up to the hips, fingers, spine and more (typically any joint bearing weight or strain).
Does this sound like you and your experience? If so, there is hope to treat it and actually rebuild the cartilage between the joints.
Stop Taking Medication
Medication and treatment varies from patient to patient, and is often a band-aid for the ailment. Let me explain! Doctors often prescribe expensive medications for the sufferer to hide the pain. The problem with hiding the pain is that the degeneration of the joint cartilage continues to occur even if the brain does not register the pain because of the meds. As the pain is hidden, the joint becomes more and more damaged and disfigured. The band-aid of medication is simply a remedy for disaster.
But you can start to naturally treat osteoarthritis with your nutrition, vitamins, supplementation and simple exercises. And you can save hundreds to thousands of dollars each year in the process.
Naturally Treat Osteoarthritis with 6 tips!
Researchers have been studying numerous primitive tribes who live solely off the land. Perplexed by their extraordinary health, researchers are studying why these tribes have better health than developed countries? These tribes have documented no heart disease as well as arthritis being unheard of. In fact, members of these communities will work right up to the day of their death (usually around 100 years of age). How could this be? Could it be because members of the community have never eaten a bite of processed food? These natives have NOT eaten one additive in any of their meals. (An average American eats hundreds of additives each day.) In fact, all of their meals are fresh and spoil in weeks if not eaten. And finally, they live an active life. And you can do the same thing... even if you are 70 years YOUNG!
Here is a list of tips to naturally treat osteoarthritis!
1. Did you know that 80% of the world's population is walking around dehydrated? Instead of drinking water we have become consumers of soda, tea, coffee, juices or anything with flavor. Unfortunately, most of these drinks (containing caffeine) cause your body to lose water and create a vicious cycle of dehydration and poor health. As water drains the toxin and impurities of your body, it will also begin to naturally treat the symptoms of osteoarthritis. You should start drinking at least 10-12 tall glasses of water a day.
2. A body flush! Did you know that fasting and flushing the body is biblical. It is actually commanded to routinely fast for spiritual and physical purposes in the Bible. And it will also greatly help you in your struggle with arthritis. It would be recommended to take a monthly fast (drinking only water or natural juices) to naturally flush the body of arthritic causing alkalines. Your body will thank you!
3. Your nutrition! Your diet is the biggest factor contributing to whether you will struggle or be free of arthritis. A good rule of thumb is to always eat fresh, raw foods with as little of processing as possible. You should be eating as much water-soluble fiber as possible which includes: fresh fruits and raw vegetables.
4. Foods that Hurt! These types of foods will create havoc to your arthritis pain and inflammation. Stay away from fast foods, processed foods, sugars and desserts. Do your best at finding healthy foods and you will notice a difference in 2 weeks.
5. Breathing! I know it sounds goofy to focus on your breathing but oxygen heals. And unfortunately, most people are not getting enough of it because of improper posture and stress. To learn some simple breathing exercises you can do at work, please check out our website which will lead you to our step-by-step report.
6. And exercise! If you are serious about treating arthritis; we guarantee that you will be feeling good enough to start exercising in three weeks. And exercise will eventually take stress off of joints by building muscle mass.
What is Your Choice?
Are you serious about treating your osteoarthritis? Do you want to feel like you are 30 again? Do you want to know what supplement can actually rebuild your joint cartilage so you feel like a 20 year old?
If you are ready to naturally treat osteoarthritis, please visit our website to see how our step-by-step natural treatment might be a right solution for you. And if you are in the least bit hesitant, we will also guarantee our treatment to treat your arthritis or you do not pay a cent. So stop paying hundreds to the multi-billion dollar pharmaceutical industry which gives you a band-aid. Start curing your arthritis naturally by visiting our website and joining the thousands who have discovered the cure!
By Joe Barton
Sunday, November 4, 2007
Solgar vitamin and health supplements have been around, doing the rounds of the market since more than half a century. It is one of the most establish
When you eat something that tastes absolutely divine, you immediately feel pleasure and joy and want to enjoy continuing eating it. When your nose picks up a really bad smell, you immediately express revulsion and want to get away from the smell as quickly as possible.
In every situation you encounter, your feelings are immediately brought into play and then determine how you react to everything that happens to you. Let's quickly cover the different types and groups of feelings, because it's important to recognise them so you know how to deal with them and manage them in a positive way.
The first group we'll look at are commonly referred to in NLP and painful feelings.
Imagine for a moment that you're having a relaxing hot shower. You've been stood there for a while and really starting to unwind. Suddenly the hot water runs out, and you're left standing under icy cold water. You yell out in shock and immediately try to get away from the water. This is classed as a "painful feeling" (though it doesn't actually cause you any serious harm - more a shock than anything), and you immediately try to get away from the cause of it.
The first type of painful feelings is anxiety. Anxiety can be a very debilitating emotion, and is also non-specific. By that I mean that you can be feeling very anxious about something, but not really know exactly what is causing your anxiety symptoms. You're feeling apprehension, dread, uneasiness and distress, but not sure why.
Anxiety attack symptoms can be very strong and can have a very negative impact on your self confidence levels. It can be very demoralising to constantly be under the threat of panic attacks, which can also lead to inability to make decisions and take action with your life. So it's vital we learn how to control these negative feelings and turn them round into positive emotions that empower us.
How Pleasurable Feelings Affect Us
Imagine you're going to meet someone you love very much, but haven't seen for some time. As soon as you meet, you feel compelled to rush over and hug them really hard. Doing this would make you feel extremely happy and joyful. These emotions cause us to feel pleasure and want to move towards them.
As human beings we have been programmed by evolution to constantly be looking for pleasurable feelings and emotions. That's why almost every commercial you see on the TV is aimed at showing us the a link between the product being advertised, and some form of pleasurable experience such as fulfilment, winning, happiness, joy, laughter, success, independence, being loved, inner peace and being in love.
I know it seems like I'm stating the obvious, but pleasurable feelings make us feel good inside and out, and when we feel that way, it naturally helps us in building self confidence levels and self esteem. You feel in control of your life and surroundings, and there's no better way to improve confidence levels than by feeling good about yourself.
About the Author
Lorna Luck is an NLP and personal development coach . Here she explains some simple techniques about how to build confidence levels. She offers a free program teaching how to build confidence at http://magic-hats.com
By Lorna Luck
Solgar : Giving You That 'Extra' Without Side-Effects
These products have the back-up of sound nutritional science technology and research. Over the years, this company has striven to enhance the efficacy of its products as to remain true to its commitment to quality. Not only independent research, it has grown as a recognised name in research and education as well. Its products are meant to look after any condition arising in the human body that is related to nutrition. It includes making up for deficiencies of minerals and vitamins that one may otherwise miss out on due to hectic lifestyles.
And it also caters to the special needs of professionals of specialised areas such as in sports. Sports nutrition is a growing field and the increased competition demands that extra bit of energy and zeal. Solgar stands out here, doing its bit to improve fitness and energy levels and stamina without side-effects and without disturbing the natural chemical balance of the body. Also, it never goes by any use of disapproved ingredients. Development of natural-health care products is one of the major achievements of this company. Solgar provides better results as to capitalise on your exercise regime and diet schedule. It supplies the nutrients wherever you miss out or whatever you wish to add upon.
About the Author
John Hayden is a dabbler in dermatology and currently he is researching on various dietary supplements with nutriglow. He has decided to pen down his thoughts for Solgar and share them for the common benefit.
By John Hayden
Monday, October 29, 2007
Medical Tourism
All the Medical tourists' search for better options available to them, they not only want lower costs but also quality treatment and the place of treatment. The Medical Tourist aims at providing all the information about the different options available, needed by a medical tourist to help them make a informed decision. You can find information about Clinics, Hospitals, and Service providers, Specialists in Europe, Asia- Pacific , America and Middle East . We hope that this website will make life easier for the medical tourist by providing information needed by them.
According to wikipedia , Medical tourism can be defined as a act of travelling to other places or countries for medical surgery or treatment combined with a short stay or holiday. And the people who travel to other country to get medical treatment or care are called as Medical Tourists.
Medical tourism has been on rise from last few years in all over the world. There has been a steady rise in people from countries like UK and USA opting for medical tourism for their treatments. There are various factors responsible for taking this decision.
Increase in the cost of treatment in the developed nations like UK and USA.
Long Waiting periods for getting medical treatment in countries like UK
Low cost of treatment options available in other countries. Fall in the cost of International transport due to emergence of low cost or no frills airlines.
Improvement in the medical standards of the health care facilities in countries providing medical treatment to medical tourists.
One can combine a relaxing holiday along with a medical surgery or treatment.One can make a good saving even after having a medical surgery and holiday.
Private health care facilities in most of the countries popular for medical tourism are at par with the medical facilities in countries like UK and USA and some times even better
The popular medical tourism destinations are Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria Croatia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Lithuania, Latvia, Malaysia, Malta, Norway, Poland, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, UAE, Venezuela, and Vietnam.
Source: Jeetendra Lulla
Weight Loss Management and Obesity Diet Program
I'm more than sure that you have tried every diet out there, and I am truly sorry to have to be the one to tell you, that low carb diets don't work, low calorie diets don't work. How about Weight Watchers or Jenny Craig, have you tried those, do they work? What happens when you get on these plans, do they work sometimes, but then fail as soon as you stop using them. Do you loose weight, but then go right back to gaining weight once you stop using the diets?
How many times have you been to Europe? Once, twice, maybe never, okay have you seen what European's eat? The finest of the finest, cheese, breads, butter, anything they want, and in quantities that are not portioned due to some sort of diet plan . These individuals eat whatever they want, and do you ever hear about them being overweight ? Rarely do you hear about obesity issues in Europe, that is because they are eating the finest of the finest. American foods are meant to make you fat; everything we eat is processed or contaminated with some harsh chemicals .
I know you are longing for the truth behind these diet methods ) and with the help of Jason Hunter RD, CSCS and Chris Mohr RD, PhD. you will learn how to eat right, and without having to sacrifice every delicious piece of food that you like. You will have over 13,000 food choices in which to indulge, and best of all, you will live a much better, much healthier life using these simple easy steps to weight loss. You will find that nutritionist in you that has been hiding for a while, and when you do, things will start moving up in the world, everything will look so much better. You will discover how to eat your way to the dream body you've always wanted without any hard to follow diets.
The majority of American's today suffer from being over weight, some even to the point of obesity; this will lead to so many medical issues . Obesity is killing people every day, learn to be healthy, eat right, be happy, and live a long life.
Source: Franchis Adam
Sunday, October 28, 2007
EYE CARE
To rest the eyes, lift them occasionally from close work and look into the distance.
Give rest to your tired eyes by applying two thin slices of cucumber as cool compress and relax as you do so.
Splash cold water occasionally to eyes to relax them and bring back the sparkle to tired eyes.
Prevent the glare of light which has a fatiguing effect on the eyes. Light fixtures in the bedroom should reflect light upwards as well as outwards and not direct on the eyes.
Dip gauze. pads in light tea and keep on the tired eye for 15 minutes.
To fade away -dark circles below the eyes, make paste of three almond kernels and milk. Apply this paste: and leave till it dries.
When applying cream or make up around the eyes use the ring finger (as it exerts less pressure).
Dark shadows and tiny lines under the eyes can be disguised by applying a light coloured foundation under them and smoothening them.
To remove puffiness under the eyes, use raw potato paste sandwiched between two thin pieces, of (for each eye) and keep on the eyes for 20 minute.
If your eyes are on the smaller side, open the using subtle grey, beige or brown shades of shadow, using a darker shade on the crease of the lid.
Apply a pale shade of eye shadow on the lid and deeper shade below the brow for deepest eyes.
When applying mascara, brush with an outward sweep to the underside of the top lashes and allow it to dry before giving a second coat. After this, use a small comb or a small brush to separate them.
Remove mascara from the eyes by rubbing a little moisturizer on the lashes or by dipping a bit of cotton wool in hot water and wiping them. Or place a roll of cotton wool under the top lashes and wipe from above with another piece of damp cotton wool.
If your brows are thick, pluck hair from inner corners with a pair of clean tweezers and pluck from the middle to make an upward arch and let the brow end in a thin line.
Before you start plucking the hair from the brows, draw the sort of eyebrows you have in mind with an eyebrow pencil and pluck from beneath.
When tweezing hair from the eyebrow, pull in the direction of the hair growth with a quick flick of the hand.
Never pluck from above the brow or the re-growth will give a greenish appearance.
For a long face, give the brows a shape by extending them past the outer corners of the eyes to give the illusion of width.
For a square face, pluck above the inner eye-corners curving gently out.
For a round face pluck hair giving a straightest arch.
If the eyes are deepest, pluck the hair from under the brows to give the illusion of large eyes.
Simple everyday eye exercises
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After every hour before a computer screen, close your eyes gently for 30 seconds to relax them.
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Yoga experts recommend you to rotate your eyes often to relax muscles. Move your eyeballs from extreme left corner to the right corner.
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Hold a pencil at arm's length and slowly bring it towards your nose, keeping eyes focused at all times. This helps prevent blurred vision.
When to see a doctor
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If you have persisting headaches see a doctor and well light your work area and correct your reading/writing posture. · If you have sties often, they may indicate refractive error.
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If you squint every time you read a book or watch television.
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If you have dryness of the eyes, check out if it's due to antihistamines, decongestants, diuretics, muscle relaxants, tranquilizers that you may have taken.
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If you plan to take oral contraceptives they may decrease tolerance of the eye.
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Even if you have no complaints it's important to see a doctor and have a routine eye check up.
Don'ts of eye care
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Don't wear contact lenses for extended periods of time or overnight as this leads to complication.
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Don't rub eyes frequently as this can cause an eye infection as few of us bother to wash our hands before touching our eyes.
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When you splash water do not do this furiously believing doing this will take away tiredness instead wash gently as splashing may hurtle the smallest dust particles or an allergen which may minutely damage the cornea.
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Use disposable tissues instead of handkerchiefs to wipe eyes, as they are more hygienic.
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Don't sit near than 15 feet from the television and keep your book at least two feet away for stronger eye muscles.
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Use cream based eye makeup as powdery eye shadows can enter eyes and, cause irritation. Be very gentle in case you wear lenses.
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Avoid using aerosol products like hairspray if you wear lenses.
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Don't use your mascara for more than a year.
Internet Safety Tips
2. Always have good manners and be polite when you use the Internet and e-mail or chat.
3. Never meet with an Internet friend unless your parents go with you.
4. Don't give out personal information like your address, telephone number or school name to anyone unless your parents say it's OK.
5. Don't send pictures of yourself or your family to anyone unless your parents say it's OK.
6. Always tell your parents about the people you meet or talk to on the Internet.
7. Don't break copyright rules by taking words, pictures or sound from someone else's Web site without their permission.
8. If you ever get an e-mail message that is strange, mean or upsetting to you, don't answer back to it! Tell your parents or teachers right away!
9. Ask your parents to spend time with you so that you can show them the sites you like to visit.
10. Sometimes, when you are on the Internet, you may accidentally meet bad people or see things that are bad, but it's NOT YOUR FAULT!!! If something you read or look at is upsetting, just stop looking at it, and tell your parents or teachers right away.
Source: http://www.kidsnewsroom.org/safety.htm