Important To Know

Answer the phone by LEFT ear.
Do not drink coffee TWICE a day.
Do not take pills with COOL water.
Do not have HUGE meals after 5pm.
Reduce the amount of OILY food you consume.
Drink more WATER in the morning, less at night.
Keep your distance from hand phone CHARGERS..
Do not use headphones/earphone for LONG period of time.
Best sleeping time is from 10pm at night to 6am in the morning.
Do not lie down immediately after taking medicine before sleeping.
When battery is down to the LAST grid/bar, do not answer the phone as the radiation is 1000 times.

Here are some healthy tip for your smartness & physical fitness.
Prevention is better than cure.

HEALTHY JUICES

Carrot + Ginger + Apple - Boost and cleanse our system.
Apple + Cucumber + Celery - Prevent cancer, reduce cholesterol, and eliminate stomach upset and headache.
Tomato + Carrot + Apple - Improve skin complexion and eliminate bad breath.
Bitter gourd + Apple + Milk - Avoid bad breath and reduce internal body heat.
Orange + Ginger + Cucumber - Improve Skin texture and moisture and reduce body heat.
Pineapple + Apple + Watermelon - To dispel excess salts, nourishes the bladder and kidney.
Apple + Cucumber + Kiwi - To improve skin complexion.
Pear & Banana - regulates sugar content.
Carrot + Apple + Pear + Mango - Clear body heat, counteracts toxicity, decreased blood pressure and fight oxidization .
Honeydew + G**** + Watermelon + Milk - Rich in vitamin C + Vitamin B2 that increase cell activity and str engthen body immunity.
Papaya + Pineapple + Milk - Rich in vitamin C, E, Iron. Improve skin complexion and metabolism.
Banana + Pineapple + Milk - Rich in vitamin with nutritious and prevent constipation

Does Your Blood Type Reveal Your Personality?

According to a Japanese institute that does research on blood types, there are certain personality traits that seem to match up with certain blood types. How do you rate?

TYPE - O

You want to be a leader, and when you see something you want, you keep striving until you achieve your goal. You are a trend-setter, loyal, passionate, and self-confident. Your weaknesses include vanity and jealously and a tendency to be too competitive.

TYPE - A

You like harmony, peace and organization. You work well with others, and are sensitive, patient and affectionate. Among your weaknesses are stubbornness and an inability to relax.

TYPE - B

You're a rugged individualist, who's straight forward and likes to do things your own way. Creative and flexible, you adapt easily to any situation. But your insistence on being independent can sometimes go too far and become a weakness.

TYPE - AB

Cool and controlled, you're generally well liked and always put people at ease. You're a natural entertainer who's tactful and fair. But you're standoffish, blunt, and have difficulty making decisions.


KNOW ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF HAVING FRUITS AND VEGETABLES REGARDS, MANKIND,

Fruit Benefit

apples
Protects your heart
prevents constipation
Blocks diarrhea
Improves lung capacity
Cushions joints

apricots
Combats cancer
Controls blood pressure
Saves your eyesight
Shields against Alzheimer's
Slows aging process

artichokes
Aids digestion
Lowers cholesterol
Protects your heart
Stabilizes blood sugar
Guards against liver disease

avocados
Battles diabetes
Lowers cholesterol
Helps stops strokes
Controls blood pressure
Smoothes skin

bananas
Protects your heart
Quietness a cough
Strengthens bones
Controls blood pressure
Blocks diarrhea

beans
Prevents constipation
Helps hemorrhoids
Lowers cholesterol
Combats cancer
Stabilizes blood sugar

beets
Controls blood pressure
Combats cancer
Strengthens bones
Protects your heart
Aids weight loss

blueberries
Combats cancer
Protects your heart
Stabilizes blood sugar
Boosts memory
Prevents constipation

broccoli
Strengthens bones
Saves eyesight
Combats cancer
Protects your heart
Controls blood pressure

cabbage
Combats cancer
Prevents constipation
Promotes weight loss
Protects your heart
Helps hemorrhoids

cantaloupe
Saves eyesight
Controls blood pressure
Lowers cholesterol
Combats cancer
Supports immune system

DRINK WATER ON EMPTY STOMACH

It is popular in Japan today to drink water immediately after waking up every morning.. Furthermore, scientific tests have proven a its value. We publish below a description of use of water for our readers. For old and serious diseases as well as modern illnesses the water treatment had been found successful by a Japanese medical society as a 100% cure for the following diseases:

Headache, body ache, heart system, arthritis, fast heart beat, epilepsy, excess fatness, bronchitis asthma, TB, meningitis, kidney and urine diseases, vomiting, ga str itis, diarrhea, piles, diabetes, constipation, all eye diseases, womb, cancer and menstrual disorders, ear nose.

Hand Washing

Hand washing is the most important method to prevent the transmission of infection agents. Hand washing is the rubbing all surfaces of the hands using a soap, or chemical and water, following rinsing in flowing stream of water.

Soap and water emulsify the fat, clean the hands and reduce the number of microorganisms.

Purpose

Prevention of cross infection is the main purpose of hand washing.

Situations in which hand washing is essential

1. At the beginning of the days work
2. Before meals
3. After toilet
4. After blowing nose
5. Between giving care to different patients
6. After handling body substances
7. Before and after contact with wounds
8. Before and after each procedure
9. At the end of the day activity.

Running water, soap, brush and towel should be ready before hand washing.


Procedure

1. Nails should be made short. Long nails will harbor microorganisms.
2. Remove ring from the finger
3. Wet the hands up to the elbow with running water
4. Lather hands with soap, paying attention to the thumbs, knuckles, nails,
lateralaspects of the fifth finger and the sides of hands.
5. Rub hands and fingers with brush for 10 minutes
6. Wash and rinse hands under warm running water
7. Rinse hands by keeping them well below the elbow level
8. Repeat this procedure once more
9. Holds hands upwards after washing
10. Dry hands with a dry towel, starting at the elbows towards the hands
11. Discard the towel
12. Turn the tape by using a paper towel because the handle may be contaminated.

The Magic Word

Vander Hoven, a psychologist from the Netherlands, announced his new discovery about the effect of reading the Holy Quran and repeating the word Allah both on patients and on normal persons.

The Dutch professor confirms his discovery with studies and research applied on many patients over a period of three years. Most of his patients who were non-Muslims and who did not speak Arabic, were trained to pronounce the word Allah clearly. The result was outstanding, particularly on those who suffer from dejection and tension.

Al Watan, a Saudi daily, reported that the psychologist was quoted to have said that Muslims who can read Arabic and who read the Quran regularly could protect themselves from psychological diseases.

The psychologist explained how each letter in the word Allah affects healing of psychological diseases. He pointed out in his research that pronouncing the first letter in the word Allah which is the letter A, released from the respiratory system, controls breathing.He added that pronouncing the velar consonant L in the Arabic style, with the tongue touching slightly the upper part of the front palate producing a short pause and then repeating the same pause constantly, relaxes the aspiration.

The psychologist further stated that pronouncing the last letter H brings a contact between the lungs and the heart and in turn this contact controls the heartbeat. What is interesting about the study is that this psychologist is a non-Muslim, but is interested in Islamic sciences and is searching for the secrets of health through the Quran.

Breathing Problems

When you're short of breath, it's hard or uncomfortable for you to take in the oxygen your body needs. You may feel as if you're not getting enough air. Sometimes mild breathing problems are from a stuffy nose or hard exercise. But shortness of breath can also be a sign of a serious disease.

Many conditions can make you feel short of breath. Lung conditions such as asthma, emphysema or pneumonia cause breathing difficulties. Heart disease can make you feel breathless if your heart cannot pump enough blood to supply oxygen to your body. Stress caused by anxiety can also make it hard for you to breathe. If you often have trouble breathing, it is important to find out the cause.

Blood in the Urine Overview

Blood in the urine is a common problem. The medical term for red blood cells in the urine is hematuria. Sometimes blood in the urine is a sign of a serious problem in the urinary tract, while other times it is not serious and requires no treatment. Only after a thorough evaluation by a health-care provider should blood in the urine be attributed to a nonserious cause.

The urinary tract consists of the following structures:
Kidneys: You have two kidneys, located closer to your back than your front at about waist level. The kidneys filter the blood in your body and produce urine.


Ureters: These narrow, hollow tubes carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.


Bladder: The bladder is a balloon-like organ that holds urine until it is convenient for you to empty your bladder (urinate).


Urethra: This narrow, hollow tube carries urine from the bladder to the outside of your body. The flow of urine is controlled by internal and external sphincter muscles, which tighten or relax around the urethra, holding or releasing urine.


In men, the genitals and prostate are considered part of the urinary system. The prostate surrounds the urethra in men. It is made up of glands that secrete a fluid that is part of semen. The prostate often becomes enlarged in older men.
Picture of the urinary system


Blood in the urine is not always visible. If the amount of blood is small, the urine can look normal. This is called microscopic hematuria because the blood cells are visible only under a microscope. Typically, this is discovered when the patient has a urine test for some other reason.

When there is enough blood to be visible, the urine may look pinkish, red, or smoky brown (like tea or cola). This is called gross or frank hematuria. It takes very little blood in urine to be visible -- about 1/5 of a teaspoon in one half of a quart of urine.

A trace amount of blood in your urine is normal.

An abnormal amount of blood in the urine can be acute (new, occurring suddenly) or chronic (ongoing, long term). Acute hematuria can occur just once, or it can occur many times.

Sometimes the urine can appear with a color indicating hematuria though the urine actually does not contain red blood cells but rather is discolored by medications or foods. This can be distinguished by a urinalysis (UA) test.

Up to 10% of people have hematuria. About 3% of people develop gross hematuria.
Women develop hematuria more than men because women are more likely to have urinary tract infections, and these infections may lead to hematuria.


Older adults, especially men, have hematuria more often than younger people because they are more likely to take medications that can irritate the urinary tract, or have enlargement of the prostate, or cancer.

Can hematomas be prevented?

Accidents happen and most hematomas are inevitable once the trauma has occurred.

For patients taking anti-coagulation medications, it is wise to avoid participating in events with high risk of injury. For patients taking warfarin (Coumadin), it is important to make certain that the dosing is appropriate and the blood is not thinned excessively.

Hematoma At A Glance
A hematoma is a collection of blood outside of a blood vessel.

Symptoms of hematomas depend upon their location and whether adjacent structures are affected by the inflammation and swelling associated with the bleeding.

Treatment of a hematoma depends upon which organ or body tissue is affected.

Superficial hematomas of the skin and soft tissue, such as muscle, may be treated with rest, ice compression, and elevation. Heat may also be considered.

How is a hematoma diagnosed?

Hematomas of the skin and soft tissues, such as muscle and joints, are often diagnosed by physical examination alone.

For patients exhibiting signs of internal bleeding, the health care practitioner will decide what imaging modality is best to evaluate the situation. Plain X-rays may be needed to assess for bone fracture. Patients with significant head injury often require CT scanning. Ultrasound is the testing modality of choice for pregnant patients.

What is the treatment for a hematoma?

Hematomas of the skin and soft tissues are often treated with RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation). Some health care practitioners may advocate heat as another treatment alternative. The pain of a hematoma is usually due to the inflammation surrounding the blood and may be treated with over the counter pain medications. The choice of medication depends upon the underlying health of the patient. For those patients who are taking anti-coagulation medications, ibuprofen is relatively contra-indicated because of the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Patients with liver disease should not take over the counter acetaminophen. When in doubt, it is wise to ask the health care practitioner or pharmacist for a recommendation.

Treatment for hematomas involving other organs in the body depends upon what organ system is involved. In these cases, treatment will be tailored to the specific situation.

What are the complications of a hematoma?


Hematomas cause swelling and inflammation. It is often these two consequences that cause irritation of adjacent organs and tissues and cause the symptoms and complications of a hematoma.

One common complication of all hematomas is the risk of infection. While the hematoma is made of old blood, it has no blood supply itself and therefore is at risk for colonization with bacteria.

What are the symptoms of a hematoma?

Hematomas cause irritation and inflammation. Symptoms depend upon their location and whether the size of the hematoma or the associated swelling and inflammation causes structures nearby to be affected. The common symptoms of inflammation include redness, pain, and swelling.

In general, superficial hematomas of skin, soft tissue, and muscle tend to resolve over time. The initial firm texture of the blood clot gradually becomes more spongy and soft as the clot is broken down by the body and the shape changes as the fluid drains away and the hematoma flattens. The color changes from that of a purplish-blue bruise to yellows and browns as the blood chemicals gradually are removed and the hematoma resolves. Depending upon its location, the discolorations may travel through different tissue planes by gravity. For example, a forehead hematoma may cause bruising beneath the eyes and seem to travel to the neck as it resolves over time.

Intracranial, epidural, subdural, and intracerebral hematomas often need neurosurgical intervention to stabilize the injury.

When should I call my doctor about a hematoma?

Most hematomas have little consequence. They are due to minor trauma where the patient was aware of the injury, knows what part of the body was injured and can expect to recover with few problems. Bumps and bruises are part of every child's growth.

Some hematomas may be more important because of their location and it is usually the nearby affected structures that cause symptoms. For example, medical care would be sought for a head injury victim for significant headache, vomiting , or difficulty being aroused. Intracranial (intra= within + cranium=skull) hematomas need to cause pressure on the brain before symptoms manifest themselves, thus any significant head injury should be evaluated by a health care practitioner.

Patients taking blood thinners are at higher risk for bleeding from minor injuries. It is often wise for these people to seek medical attention if they are involved in even minor accidents or sustain minor injuries.

What causes a hematoma?

Trauma is the most common cause of a hematoma. When people think of trauma, they generally think of car accidents, falls, head injuries, broken bones, and gunshot wounds, etc.. Trauma to tissue may also be caused by an aggressive sneeze or an unexpected twist of a limb. When a blood vessel is damaged blood leaks into the surrounding tissue; this blood tends to coagulate or clot. The greater the amount of bleeding that occurs, the larger the amount of clot formation.

Blood vessels that are fragile may contribute to hematoma formation. For example, an aneurysm or weakening in a blood vessel wall may spontaneously leak.

There are many people who take blood thinners (anti-coagulation) medications. Examples include warfarin (Coumadin), aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix) and prasugrel (Effient). These medications increase the potential for spontaneous bleeding and for hematomas to expand because the body cannot efficiently repair blood vessels and blood continues to leak through the damaged areas.

Occasionally, diseases may occur that decrease the number of platelets in the blood stream (thrombocytopenia) or their ability to function. The platelets are the cells that help initiate blood clot and fibrin formation.

All of the above situations may exist independently to cause a hematoma or they may occur together.

What are the types of hematomas?

Hematomas are often described based upon their location.

The most dangerous hematomas are those that occur inside the skull. Because the skull is an enclosed box, anything that takes up space increases pressure within that box and potentially impairs the ability of the brain to function.

Epidural hematomas occur because of trauma, often to the temple, where the middle meningeal artery is located. Bleeding accumulates in the epidural space, outside the 'dura' which is the lining of the brain. Because of the way the dura is attached to the skull, small hematomas can cause significant pressure and brain injury.

Subdural hematomas also occur because of trauma but the injury is usually to the veins in the brain. This causes a slower leak of blood, which enters the 'subdural' space below the dura. The space below the dura has much more room for blood to accumulate before brain function suffers. As people age, they lose some brain tissue and the subdural space is relatively larger. Bleeding into the subdural space may be very slow, gradually stop, and not cause acute symptoms. These 'chronic' subdural hematomas are often found incidentally on computerized tomography (CT) scans as part of a patient evaluation for confusion or because another traumatic incident occurred.

Intracerebral hematomas occur within the brain tissue itself. Intracerebral (intra= within + cerebrum=brain) hematomas may be due to bleeding from uncontrolled high blood pressure, an aneurysm leak or rupture, trauma, tumor or stroke.

Scalp hematomas occur on the outside of the skull and often can be felt as a bump on the head. Because the injury is to the skin and muscle layers outside of the skull, the hematoma itself cannot press on the brain. However, a scalp hematoma signals that there has been a head injury and it is important to assure that internal bleeding has not occurred within the skull. There are a variety of guidelines available to the health care practitioner to assist in accessing whether a patient will require further testing to explore any bleeding in the brain.

Aural or ear hematomas may occur if an injury causes bleeding to the outside helix or cartilage structure of the ear. Often called boxer's, wrestler's ear, or cauliflower ear, blood gets trapped between the thin layer of skin and the cartilage itself. Since the ear cartilage gets its blood supply directly from the overlying skin, a hematoma can decrease blood flow causing parts of the cartilage to shrivel and die. This scenario results in a bumpy, deformed outer ear.

Septal hematomas occur with nasal trauma. A septal hematoma may form associated with a broken nose. If not recognized and treated, the cartilage can break down and cause a perforation of the septum.

Orthopedic injuries are often associated with hematoma formation. Bones are very vascular structures since the marrow is where blood cells are made. Fractures are always associated with hematomas at the fracture site. Fractures of long bones such as the thigh (femur) and upper arm (humerus) can be associated with a significant amount of bleeding, sometimes up to one unit of blood or 10% of the body's blood supply.

Pelvic bone fractures can also bleed significantly since it takes a large amount of force to break these bones and it is very difficult to compress the area to decrease the amount of bleeding. Pelvic hematomas are hidden and the amount of blood loss may be difficult to assess.

Intramuscular hematomas can be very painful due to the amount of swelling and inflammation. Some muscles are surrounded by tough bands of tissues. If enough bleeding occurs, the pressure within these compartments can increase to the point that a 'compartment syndrome' can occur. In this situation, the blood supply of the muscle is compromised and the muscle and other structures such as nerves can be permanently damaged. This is most commonly seen in the lower leg and forearm.

Subungual hematomas are the result of rush injuries to the fingers or toes. Bleeding occurs under the fingernail or toenail and since it is trapped, pressure builds causing pain. Trephination, or drilling a hole through the nail to remove the blood clot, relieves the pressure and resolves the injury. A new nail grows over time.



Bruises and contusions of the skin (ecchymosis) are terms that describe subcutaneous hematomas. These occur due to trauma or injuries to the superficial blood vessels under the skin. Individuals who take anti-coagulant medication are more prone to subcutaneous hematomas.

Intra-abdominal hematomas and hemorrhage may be due to a variety of injuries or illnesses. Regardless of how the blood gets into the abdomen, the clinical finding is peritonitis (irritation of the lining of the abdomen). Hematomas may occur in solid organs such as the liver, spleen, or kidney. They may occur within the walls of the bowel, including the small intestine (duodenum, jejunum, ileum) or the large intestine (colon). Hematomas may also form within the lining of the abdomen called the peritoneum or behind the peritoneum in the retroperitoneal space (retro=behind).

Passing clots or hematomas is a common complaint when women menstruate. Blood can accumulate in the vagina as part of the normal menses and instead of flowing out immediately, it may form small blood clots. Passing blood clots after delivering a baby is also relatively common. However, vaginal bleeding and passing blood clots or hematomas while pregnant is not normal and should be a sign to seek medical attention.

Hematomas may occur anywhere in the body. Regardless of how a hematoma is described or where it is located, it remains a collection of clotted blood outside of a blood vessel.

What is a hematoma?

By definition, a hematoma is a collection of blood outside of a blood vessel. It occurs because the wall of a blood vessel wall, artery, vein or capillary, has been damaged and blood has leaked into tissues where it does not belong. The hematoma may be tiny, with just a dot of blood or it can be large and cause significant swelling.

The blood vessels in the body are under constant repair. Minor injuries occur routinely and the body is usually able to repair the damaged vessel wall by activating the blood clotting cascade and forming fibrin patches. Sometimes the repair fails if the damage is extensive and the large defect allows for continued bleeding. As well, if there is great pressure within the blood vessel, for example a major artery, the blood will continue to leak and the hematoma will expand.

Blood that escapes from the blood stream is very irritating and may cause symptoms of inflammation including pain, swelling and redness. Symptoms of a hematoma depend upon their location, their size and whether they cause associated swelling or edema.


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Bruises and contusions

The medical term ecchymosis is what most people would recognize as a bruise, or blood that has leaked out of a broken blood vessel under the skin that is caused by an injury. Another word for this injury is a contusion. An ecchymosis tends to be flat while a hematoma has more of a three dimensional character to it. As well, hematomas may occur in any organ and not just under the skin.

Hemorrhage

Hemorrhage is the term used to describe active bleeding. The term hematoma describes blood that has already clotted.

What causes tension headaches?

While tension headaches are the most frequently occurring type of headache, their cause is not known. The most likely cause is contraction of the muscles that cover the skull. When the muscles covering the skull are stressed, they may spasm and cause pain. Common sites include the base of the skull where the trapezius muscles of the neck inserts, the temple where muscles that move the jaw are located, and the forehead.

There is little research to confirm the exact cause of tension headaches. Tension headaches occur because of physical or emotional stress placed on the body. These stressors can cause the muscles surrounding the skull to clench the teeth and go into spasm. Physical stressors include difficult and prolonged manual labor, or sitting at a desk or computer for long periods of time concentrating. Emotional stress may also cause tension headaches by causing the muscles surrounding the skull to contract.

What are cranial neuralgias, facial pain, and other headaches?

Neuralgia means nerve pain (neur= nerve + algia=pain). Cranial neuralgia describes a group of headaches that occur because the nerves in the head and upper neck become inflamed and become the source of the pain in the head. Facial pain and a variety of other causes for headache are included in this category.

How are headaches classified?

Headaches have numerous causes, and in 2007 the International Headache Society agreed upon an updated classification system for headache. Because so many people suffer from headaches and because treatment sometimes is difficult, it is hoped that the new classification system will allow health care practitioners come to a specific diagnosis as to the type of headache and to provide better and more effective treatment.

There are three major categories of headaches:
primary headaches,

secondary headaches, and

cranial neuralgias, facial pain, and other headaches

What are primary headaches?


Primary headaches include migraine, tension, and cluster headaches, as well as a variety of other less common types of headache.
Tension headaches are the most common type of primary headache. Up to 90% of adults have had or will have tension headaches. Tension headaches occur more commonly among women than men.

Migraine headaches are the second most common type of primary headache. An estimated 28 million people in the United States (about 12% of the population) will experience a migraine headache. Migraine headaches affect children as well as adults. Before puberty, boys and girls are affected equally by migraine headaches, but after puberty, more women than men are affected. It is estimated that 6% of men and up to 18% of women will experience a migraine headache in their lifetime.

Cluster headaches are a rare type of primary headache affecting 0.1% of the population (1 in a 1,000 people). It more commonly affects men in their late 20s though women and children can also suffer these types of headache.

Primary headaches can affect the quality of life. Some people have occasional headaches that resolve quickly while others are debilitated. While these headaches are not life-threatening, they may be associated with symptoms that can mimic strokes or intracerebral bleeding.

What are secondary headaches?

Secondary headaches are those that are due to an underlying structural problem in the head or neck. There are numerous causes of this type of headache ranging from bleeding in the brain, tumor, or meningitis and encephalitis.

What is a headache?

A Headache is defined as a pain in the head or upper neck. It is one of the most common locations of pain in the body and has many causes.

What are the symptoms of brain bleeding?

The symptoms of a brain hemorrhage can vary. They depend on the location of the bleeding, the severity of the bleeding, and the amount of tissue affected. Symptoms may develop suddenly or over time. They may progressively worsen or suddenly appear.

If you exhibit any of the following symptoms, you may have a brain hemorrhage. This is a life-threatening condition, and you should call 911 or go to an emergency room immediately. The symptoms include:
a sudden severe headache


seizures with no previous history of seizures


weakness in an arm or leg


nausea or vomiting


decreased alertness; lethargy


changes in vision


tingling or numbness


difficulty speaking or understanding speech


difficulty swallowing


difficulty writing or reading


loss of fine motor skills, such as hand tremors


loss of coordination


loss of balance


an abnormal sense of taste


loss of consciousness

Keep in mind that many of these symptoms are often caused by conditions other than brain hemorrhages.

How is a brain hemorrhage treated?

Once you see a doctor, he or she can determine which part of the brain is affected based on your symptoms.

Doctors may run a variety of imaging tests, such as a CT scan, which can reveal internal bleeding or blood accumulation, or an MRI. A neurological exam or eye exam, which can show swelling of the optic nerve, may also be performed. Blood tests and a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) may also be needed.

Treatment for bleeding in the brain depends on the location, cause, and extent of the hemorrhage. Surgery may be needed to alleviate swelling and prevent bleeding. Certain medications may also be prescribed. These include painkillers, corticosteroids or diuretics to reduce swelling, and anticonvulsants to control seizures. Blood products or intravenous fluids may be administered if needed.

Can people recover from brain hemorrhages and are there possible complications?

How well a patient responds to a brain hemorrhage depends on the size of the hemorrhage and the amount of swelling.

Some patients recover completely. Possible complications include stroke, loss of brain function, or side effects from medications or treatments. Death is possible, and may quickly occur despite prompt medical treatment.

Can brain hemorrhages be prevented?


Because the majority of brain hemorrhages are associated with specific risk factors, you can minimize your risk in the following ways:
Treat hypertension. Studies show that 80% of cerebral hemorrhage patients have a history of high blood pressure. The single most important thing you can do is control yours through diet, exercise, and medication.


Don't smoke.


Don't use drugs. Cocaine can increase the risk of bleeding in the brain.


Drive carefully, and wear your seat belt.


If you ride a motorcycle, always wear a helmet.


Investigate corrective surgery. If you suffer from abnormalities, such as aneurysms, surgery may help to prevent future bleeding.


Be careful with Coumadin. If you take warfarin, follow up regularly with your doctor to make sure your blood levels are in the correct range.

*** Banana Mask for Oily Skin ***

- An interesting mask for oily skin that I found while surfing the net which I have yet to try however, do try it out for yourself and see how it works, but just make sure you are not allergic to bananas and it is always best to do a patch test first on the inside of the wrist and wait 24 hours to see if there are any sort of reactions before trying it out on the full face. I found that these ingredients would be nice and easy to get a hold of too. Good Luck~!


This is a soothing face mask and great if you have bananas around the house.

Ingredients:

1 banana, preferably ripe (you can keep ripe bananas in the freezer. Let it thaw before using)
1 tbsp honey
An orange or a lemon
Preparation:

Mix the banana and honey together.
Add a few drops of juice from an orange or a lemon.
Apply to face for 15 minutes before rinsing with a cool washcloth or a steaming warm washcloth
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How to stop cough in 5 minutes!!!

How to stop cough in 5 minutes!!!

This is a must try....
We have all been kept awake by our own or someone else's cough. Try this and pass it on. The tip and not the cough. ANYTHING is better than antibiotics. Even babies could benefit from this and the parents wouldn't worry about the safety of their child. And of course, it is harmless and free from any type of side-effects.
WOW! I was raised, and raised my kids with Vicks. How come I never knew this? I can't wait for my next cough. Amazing!
READ IT ALL. It works 100 percent of the time, although the scientists at the Canada Research council (who discovered it) aren't sure why.



Treatment:
To stop night time coughing in a child (or an adult, as we found out personally), put Vicks Vapor Rub generously on the bottom of the feet at bedtime and then cover with socks.

Even persistent, heavy, deep coughing will stop in about five minutes and stay stopped for many, many hours of relief. This works 100 percent of the time, and is more effective in children than even very strong prescription cough medicines. In addition it is extremely soothing and comforting and they will sleep soundly. I heard the head of the Canada Research Council describe these findings on the part of their scientists when they were investigating the effectiveness and usage of prescription cough medicines in children, as compared to alternative therapies like acupressure. I just happened to tune in to a.m. Radio and picked up this guy talking about why cough medicines in kids often do more harm than good due to the chemical makeup of these strong drugs, so I listened. It was a surprising finding and found to be more effective than prescribed medicines for children at bedtime, and in addition to have a soothing and calming effect on sick children who then went on to sleep soundly.

My friend tried it on herself when she had a very deep constant and persistent cough a few weeks ago, and it worked 100 percent! She said it felt like a warm blanket had enveloped her. The coughing stopped in a few minutes, and believe me this was a deep (incredibly annoying!) every few seconds, uncontrollable cough and she slept cough-free for hours every night she used it.


If you have children or grandchildren, pass it on. If you end up sick, try it yourself and you will be absolutely amazed.

How to stop cough in 5 minutes!!! This is a must try...

Tips to Get Your Child College Ready

Tips to Get Your Child College Ready


The importance of planning ahead for higher education has never been more apparent than in 2008, with budget shortfalls impacting education, unemployment rates increasing, and once prosperous industries closing across the country. In light of National Education Week, we encourage you to help your own children start thinking about college and their future NOW, regardless of how far off college might seem. Unfortunately, making plans about college and establishing goals are typically left for middle school and high school age students. Research shows that the earlier you introduce the goal of a college education, and start planning, the more likely your child is to succeed at their higher education. Here are some tips to get your child on the fast track to college:
Start EARLY! Introduce the idea of attending college as early as possible.
Make exploring career paths fun by taking day trips to museums, or online excursions to different websites like NASA or the White House to highlight exciting opportunities.
Read books with your child where the main character attends college or has an interesting career.
Visit college campuses. Make the goal real, by visiting several colleges nearby. Some campuses may have summer camps for elementary level students that have a focus on music, art, or science.
Most campuses will have virtual tours where you and your child can visit from any computer.
Speak in terms of when, not if, your child will apply to college. Be clear on the message of when.
Be a role model for your child—take a course to retool job skills—enhance or gain new skills.
Work with your child’s school to identify professionals in careers that appeal to the elementary age bracket.

KNOW YOUR SKIN TYPE (For Men's)

KNOW YOUR SKIN TYPE
Why is it important to know your skin type? If you’ve ever been troubled by bumps, rashes, or spots, figuring out the best skin routine for you can really help. Read on to learn about the best products to use for your skin, and tips for each.


“Normal” Skin
Normal skin looks even and soft, without visible pores. Blemishes aren’t common, and even better than that, normal skin virtually glows with health and from good circulation.
To keep your skin the way you like it, wash your face twice a day with a mild soap—you won’t need any harsh cleansers or scrubs. Apply an oil-free moisturizer in the morning, and balance your skin with a low-alcohol toner during the day, if necessary.


Tips
• Don’t forget to treat your skin for oily or dry tendencies as they arise. Don’t ignore them because your skin may usually seem “perfect.”
• Avoid direct heat on your face to avoid drying out your normal skin.
• Always use a sunscreen to protect your normal skin.
• Use products to keep your skin healthy. Use special masks and scrubs regularly to slough off dead cells and get your circulation going.


Dry Skin
Dry skin is characterized by some sensitivity. The good news? You may not suffer from oily skin and pimples, but you probably will suffer from other setbacks due to dry skin, like tightness and dullness.
Treat your dry skin with creamy products formulated for dry skin. Wash your face with tepid water in the morning and at night, and apply a moisturizing cream with natural oils like avocado. Shaving can also affect the skin, so look for shaving products formulated for your skin type, such as Kiehl’s Close Shaver’s Shaving Oil, which works on very dry skin.


Tips
• Use night creams to hydrate your dry skin while you sleep.
• Be careful in the winter, when your skin is the most sensitive.
• Watch your intake of vitamins and nutrients. If you don’t get enough Vitamin A and B, your skin can become even more dry.
• Know that genetics can play a part in your dry skin.


Oily Skin
Oily skin may most commonly affect teenagers, but adults often have the same symptoms. The sebaceous glands work overtime and—lucky you—can contribute to pimples and blackheads. You can control your oily skin with a careful regimen, though, and keep everything under control.
Look for washes and moisturizers that contain acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide, and use them in the morning and at night. You may be tempted to wash your face frequently throughout the day, but one of the most important things to remember is that your face can produce too much oil with overwashing. Even if your skin feels oily during the day, one quick rinse at lunchtime, followed by toner, should be enough to get you through the day. Invest in oil-absorbing sheets for touch-ups, and hide them in your car or in the office washroom. They’re so good, it’s worth the investment.


Tips
• Know that oily skin isn’t all that bad. It has been said that oily skin doesn’t age as fast as other skin types.
• Pay attention to your diet. Try to get enough B12 from natural sources in your diet like eggs and dairy products, and increase your intake of leafy green vegetables and fruits.
• Wash your face after working out. Try a wash with camphor or mint to wake you up even more, and apply a little non-comedogenic moisturizer afterwards, which won’t clog your pores.
• Apply a special acne-fighting cream to your skin at night if necessary. If you like natural products, try a dab of diluted! important tea  important]tree  ! important]oil

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PULMONARY TUBERCULOSIS

Tuberculosis is the name given to illness caused by infection with the tuber bacillus. It caused by a bacteria called mycobacterium. Tuberculosis is spread from person to person. It has two types :

1-Tubercle bacillus

2-Bovine tuberculosis

Tubercle bacillus occurs in human but bovine tuberculosis occurs in cattle. Tuberculosis spread in human by drinking the milk of infected cattle. Tuberculosis can affect many parts of the body. But it mainly effects on lungs. Tuberculosis can also affect the glands, the meninges, the bones, the kidneys, and the joints.

This disease was spread in the last century. It was a prominent cause of death in children and young adults. There are many reasons why it is now comparatively uncommon in developed countries.

1-Tuberculosis thrives when there is dirt, overcrowding and malnutrition.

2-Tuberculosis used to effect cows and this led to milk infected with bovine tuberculosis.

3-It may be common in certain immigrant groups or those living in lodging houses.

4-In those who are most exposed to the disease such as nurses and hospital workers.

5-Those likely to spread the ailment such school teachers or waiters.

TO PROTECT FROM TUBERCULOSIS (TB)

1-Better sanitation and a better standard of living have contributed greatly to overcome the spread of tuberculosis.

2-Pasteurization of milk provides an additional safeguard against tuberculosis.

3-Immunization by BCG vaccine protects against tuberculosis.

4-Effective chemotherapy is available for patients who have suffer from pulmonary tuberculosis.

High-Risk Group of TB

Those in the high-risk group with symptoms of the influenza-like illnesses (ILI) should get assessed immediately by any doctor either in government or private hospital/clinic. The ILI is defined as a sudden onset of fewer with temperature 38 c, cough and sore throat, in the absence of other diagnosis. Those to be in the high-risk group category include.
Children younger than five years old.
Persons aged 65 years and older.
Children and adolescents (18 years) on long term aspirin therapy.
Pregnant women
Adults and children with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, obesity, cardiovascular disease and hepatic, heamatology, neurologic, neuromuscular or metabolic diseases such as diabetes Mellitus.
Adults and children who suffer from immuno deficiency disorders.

Residents of nursing homes and other chronic care facilities

Food & Heart

For most people, eating is one the pleasure of life. We want our food to be tasty and satisfactory, but we also want it to be healthy. Mismanagement in eating food plays an important part in a number of serious health problem-particularly coronary heart disease.There is a striking link between heart disease and the amount of fat in the diet, particularly saturated fats. As the proportion of saturated fat in the diet increases, so do deaths from heart disease. Gradually, the arteries which supply the heart muscle become narrowed by a fatty substance called “atheroma”.

SATURATED FAT:

The basic building blocks which used to make up the fat in foods are called fatty acids and depending on their chemical structure they can be known as either saturated or unsaturated fat.

Saturated fats are found in animal foods like meat and in dairy products. Chicken, turkey, rabbit and oily fish, like herring, have fats which are less saturated than other animal fats.

The unsaturated fatty acids can vary between the most unsaturated (polyunsaturated) and least unsaturated (mono-unsaturated). Oils, which are liquid at room temperature, usually have a high level of polyunsaturated fatty acids. Fats from plant sources, like nuts, are generally less saturated but two plant oils, coconut and palm oil are highly saturated.

CHOOSING FOODS

Here are some tips for choosing food that will help to cut down the chances of coronary heart disease.
If using meat choose as lean a cut as possible. Lean cuts are being promoted in many super-markets, so look out for them.
Choose dishes where meat is combined with vegetables, beans or pasta – it makes smaller amount of meat go further.
Use skimmed or semi-skimmed milk instead of full cream type. Do not use coffee creamers or dried skimmed milk which have vegetable fat added. Both these products also contain saturated fat.
Use margarine “high in polysaturates” or a low fat spread instead of butter.
Look for low-fat alternatives to meat products like sausages and pies.
Avoid dishes with rich, creamy sauces.
Watch out for baked goods, cakes, biscuits and sweet and savoury pies which all contain a lot of fat.
Eggs – Limit whole eggs to 3 per week, because the yolk is rich in cholesterol. You can eat as much egg white as you wish.

Clinical Highlights for TB

1- The diagnosis of infant tuberculosis (TB) is complicated by the lack of a clear response to a tuberculin skin test, the absence of a gold standard diagnostic test, and difficulty in collecting respiratory specimens.

2- In areas where TB is not endemic, the decision to treat is often a clinical judgment aided by the presence of at least 2 of the following criteria:

a) Known contact with an adult index case.

b) A positive tuberculin test result as evidence of latent TB.

c) Suggestive signs on chest radiographs.

3- Clinicians must maintain a high index of suspicion when evaluating patients with a neck mass or abscess and include TB in the differential diagnosis of such lesions. This is specially true in immigrants and in patients who are HIV-positive, among whom there is an increased incidence of TB.

4- In HIV-negative children younger than 12 years, mycobacterial cervical lymphadenopathy is usually caused by a nontuberculosis strain, whereas mycobaterial lymphadenitis in patients older than 12 years usually indicates TB.

Blood Pressure & Heart

Raised blood pressure also increases the risk of stroke. It is now routine for adults to have their blood pressure measured at intervals when they visit their general practitioner. If you haven’t had it measured within the last 2 or 3 years it is worth making an appointment to see your doctor or practice nurse; however you rate yourself on the risk characteristics for heart attack. The modern treatment of raised blood pressure is very effective and causes few side effects. Your doctor or practice nurse will either tell you your blood pressure is normal, measure it again if it is borderline, or start treatment if this is necessary.

High Blood Pressure:

Blood in the arteries is under pressure, like water in a house-pipe with the tap turned on. Blood pressure is pulsatile, rising to systolic peak with each heart-beat and falling to a diastolic trough in between beats. Just as the pressure in the house-pipe (the strength of the jet) get higher if the tap is opened more or if the house pipe is narrowed, so the blood pressure is altered by changes in the amount of blood ejected by the heart with each beat. The amount of blood the heart pumps around the circulation varies enormously with everyday activities. Fortunately the body can adjust the resistance of its arteries to prevent the blood pressure swinging too wildly.

Nevertheless blood pressure will normally vary to some extent. Your doctor will, therefore, usually measure your blood pressure more than once to get an average reading.

High blood pressure is particularly dangerous because it does not itself cause any symptoms, despite the commonly held view that it causes headache, giddiness, flushing and nose bleeds. It does, however, put an extra strain in the long term on the heart and arteries, it causes premature ageing and hardening of the arteries and it encourages atheroma. The blood pressure, the more likely eventually is a heart attack or a stroke.

However high blood pressure can generally be lowered quite easily with proper treatment. One of the most valuable results of recent research has been the development of drugs which can lower the blood pressure without causing nasty side-effects.

High blood pressure should be regarded as a ‘risk factor’ for cardiovascular disease that can be dealt with one it is recognized. It should be regarded as a measurement and not a disease. It is quite common (5-10% of adults have high blood pressure), but it is ‘silent’ and can be recognized only by having it measured. Only half the people with high blood pressure are aware of the fact (more routine checks would help to discover the others) and only half of these are having proper treatment (often because they have not fully understood the need.) You should have your blood pressure checked every few years and more often if on the contraceptive pill or if the readings are at the high end of normal.

HEART ATTACK

In the condition of heart attack the coronary artery that supply blood to the heart becomes blocked by a clott; the part heart muscle that this artery supplies becomes deprive of oxygen and is damaged .This condition usually becomes the reason of severe pain in the chest which may lasts for hours but other symptoms may include nausea,vomiting,faintness and breathlessness.

If the damage to the heart muscle is long ,the heart may fail in its job of providing enough blood for the body to function properly.

It is acceptable that the heart attack is often , sudden and dramatic even ,so it is the result of the process that has been going on for many years .The coronary arteries start to become narrow in youth or early adult life and this condition is due to a gradual deposition of fatty substances in the lining of blood vessels .The wall of such a diseased artery may crack the platelets that become attached to the damaged area.

A clot is formed which is made up of fibrous material called on the top of this .which may partly or completely block the artery .If the cells of heart muscle supplied by this artery are starved of oxygen for more than a few minutes ,they may die ,this is called “myocardial infarction”.

Myocardial means the heart muscle and “infarction” to its death.

Heart attack can start at any time of day or night .Very occasionally it can be occur on by intensive physical or emotional stress.

FACTORS:

The most important risk factors are cigarette smoking ,high blood pressure and high cholesterol in blood .coronary disease sometimes runs in families and that in middle age its chances increases in men than in women.

Urban Health Legends

Learn the truth about everything from cat litter to your office desktop

CREEPY NO MORE
We’ve all heard this one before and have been very freaked out: people’s hair and fingernails don’t stop growing even after their death. Thankfully, it’s not true. What happens is that dehydration after death causes the skin around hair and nails to retract, so it looks like there is an increase in the nail and hair length. That’s a relief, but we’re wondering who actually had the patience and inclination to figure that one out.

IT HAPPENS
It looks dirty on your car, but did you know that the pigeon excreta has worse fallouts? Highly acidic, pigeon droppings are capable of corroding surfaces. But that’s the mildest side-effect. Apparently, even dried dropping contain fungus and can cause flu-like symptoms. In extreme cases, they cause lung infections and rashes that require treatment. Ouch.


CATS CAN CARRY
If you have a cat, it would probably be a good idea
to wear gloves and cover your nose and mouth while cleaning up after it. Cat litter can cause toxoplasmosis through infectious cysts shed in the stool. In normal adults, toxoplasmosis causes mild flu-like symptoms that resolve quickly, but it is extremely dangerous to pregnant women.


THE ‘KEY’ TO GOOD HEALTH
The next time you turn up your nose at a loo sans toilet paper, remind yourself that your ‘clean’ keyboard might actually be responsible for giving you more infections. Studies say that most ENT and stomach infections could actually be coming from the 10 million or so bacteria on your workstation. Apparently, that’s 400 times more than the average office lavatory. We don’t know about you, but disinfectant suddenly figures in our to-buy list.


EYE SPY IN THE DARK
It may strain your eyes, give you headaches and tire you, but reading in the dark will definitely not weaken your vision. Most ophthalmologists agree that family history, above all else, determines your eyesight and the quality of your vision. So there you have it. Reading in poor light can cause fatigue or temporarily blurred vision at best, but it’s not going to give you glasses in a hurry.


WATCH YOUR BACK
How you sleep can determine how old you look. According to a London-based plastic surgeon, the best posture for avoiding wrinkles is sleeping on your back. According to her, sleeping face down puts enough pressure on the face to wrinkle it, especially around the laughter lines and the line that runs from the nose to the mouth. Great. So even crashing after a hard day is now complicated!


STRESS CUTS DEEP
If you’ve been worrying a lot and have persistent cuts or bruises on your skin, the two might be related. A study at Ohio State University, USA, found that psychological stress increases the time it takes for injuries to heal. Doctors gave women who were caring for chronically ill relatives small forearm wounds. Despite receiving the same treatment, the caregivers’ wounds took, on an average, nine days longer to heal. So don’t panic the next time you cut yourself. It’ll slow down the healing.
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Home wise

To prevent your rings from becoming misshapen, dented or scratched - cover your car steering wheel with some foam or fabric. Apparently gripping the wheel too tight is the most common cause of damage.

Shine pearls with a dab of olive oil and wipe dry with chamois.

A cost effective way of drying clothes is to put a dry towel in with the tumble-dry clothes. This will absorb moisture and reduce drying time.

To ensure the pleats stay in a pleated skirt while it’s drying on a washing line, hang by the waistband (dry all skirts by the waistband) and clip a clothes peg to the bottom of the pleats.

Start your ironing with items that need a cool iron. Gradually work through the ironing, working up to items that need a hotter setting.

If you are worried about dampness in your cupboards, tie a handful of sticks of chalk together and hang them inside. They will absorb any moisture. To put a good, lasting crease in trousers, apply a thin line of paper glue along the inside of the crease, then iron. If your iron sticks to your clothes, Wrap a bar of soap in a hanky and rub it over the hot face of the iron - it will soon be smooth and new.

To give shoes an instant antique look, buy them one shade lighter than you really want but clean them with a slightly darker polish.

For a cheap moisturizer, blend a banana with a little milk and smooth onto your face for twenty minutes then wipe off. If you are worried about dampness in your cupboards, tie a handful of sticks of chalk together and hang them inside. They will absorb any moisture.

Stop your vacuum cleaner from picking up metal pins and clips by taping a magnet to the front of the cleaner or the outside of the tube so they don’t get into the dust bag and damage it.

A cost effective way of drying clothes is to put a dry towel in with the tumble-dry clothes. This will absorb moisture and reduce the drying time. To prevent the smell of cigarette smoke from lingering, put a small bowl of vinegar in the corner of the room. Cover the bowl with cling film and pierce it several times - then you won’t get vinegar everywhere if the bowl is knocked over.

Clean Wise

Do not over wet carpets using detergents.



The detergents are chemically active enough and over-wetting can cause brown stains, carpet shrinking, adhesion problems and other nightmares!


Vacuuming is hard work at the best of times. Change your vacuum bag before it gets too full - a full bag is less efficient and makes the task twice as difficult.


Clean windows with a solution of half a cup of household ammonia, the same of white vinegar and two tablespoons of corn starch in a bucket of warm water.


To reduce the need for artificial lights, make sure you clean the windows thoroughly because dirty windows can reduce natural light by around 20 per cent.


Children’s stickers can be removed from wood by painting the sticker with vinegar, letting it soak in and then scraping off.

To get rid of rings or minor scratches on wood, cover with petroleum jelly and leave for 24 hours. Rub it into the wood, wipe off the excess and then polish as normal.

To clean ivory piano keys, squeeze a little fluoride toothpaste onto a damp cloth. Rub the keys quite hard and buff with a soft, dry cloth.
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BEAUTY WISE

Remove any stains left by nail varnish by dipping your nails into fresh lemon juice.


To remove blackheads, apply gentle pressure to the affected area with the rounded end of a hair grip.

If your eyelids are sticky in the morning, dip a cotton bud in baby shampoo - which doesn’t sting - and use it to clean the roots of your lashes. Then wash your eyes in clear cool water.


For a cheap moisturizer, blend a banana with a little milk and smooth onto your face for twenty minutes then wipe off.



Detangle knotty hair - just comb some lemonade through it.



To stop dandruff from proliferating, soak your comb in vinegar.

Health wise

Persistent night cramps are often caused by poor circulation and are a double menace because they disturb a good night’s sleep, so give a thought to the old-fashioned solution still in use today of strapping a small magnet to the most susceptible limb before retiring at night. However, if night cramp is the rule rather than the exception it is advisable to seek professional advice.

Stomach cramps are frequently caused by eating in an unnatural position or whilst in a state of tension and can be particularly painful and frightening if the victim is convinced that something worse is wrong.

The pain of cramps should not be underestimated. Some stomach pain suffered by women is no more than a form of cramps yet will send the afflicted to bed with a hot-water bottle and a glass of hot milk until the pain subsides, whilst children are appalled at the ferocity of a ‘stitch’ which is a cramp in the side caused by excessive running and for which the only cure is to drop to one knee with the forehead touching it.
Generally speaking, a cramp is an instant but temporary protest from the body at being overexerted. However, if it persists it may indicate a dietary deficiency. Vitamins including C, D, E and
B12 and the minerals calcium, magnesium and salt are all very necessary to ensure a smooth-moving body. Athletes frequently suffer from cramps caused by a salt deficiency created by excessive sweating.


Relaxing Rubs and Poultices
Tincture of myrrh If rubbed directly into the muscles or sprinkled on to a hot, damp cloth and laid on the limb will bring quick relief.


Essential oil of cloves Seven drops of this spicy aromatic oil added to I teaspoon of sunflower oil and massaged into the length of the muscle is warming and comforting.


Essential oil of camomile A few drops diluted in 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and rubbed into the painful area of the neck and upper shoulder has a relaxing effect.

Healthy Food = Beautiful Skin

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Unlikely Foods Worth Eating

Super-Foods For Living Longer

100 Life Saving Health Food Tips

5 Keys to Great Health

1. Water

 

Yes, we all know we're supposed to get 8 glasses of it per day but I'm always amazed when I realize how critical it is to our daily functioning. Without proper hydration, our concentration and focus plummet.
We need water to feel alert and for our livers to flush toxins and fat out of our bodies. Of course, water keeps bowels moving regularly and this is also key to preventing disease and keeping weight down.

2. Omega3

 

I especially love them in the form of Fish or Cod liver oil, that form of Omega 3's are ready for the body to use and prevent heart disease, reduce blood pressure, help varicose veins, improve circulation and reduce blood triglyceride levels.
Omega 3 is also beneficial for those with depression and cancer as well. Added bonus: helps you lose weight, especially when already exercising.

3. Calcium / Magnesium

 

Again, we know this dynamic duo to be essential to building strong bones, but they do oh so much more. Magnesium helps with constipation, leg cramps, hypertension, and kidney stones and calcium eases insomnia–and both help with nerve function, which is great if under stress.
Plus both play a role in assisting in weight loss as well. Who couldn't use deeper sleep and to lose a pound or 2?

4. Fiber

 

This sounds like one for older folks but each and every one of us could use the gentle internal brushing that fiber provides for us.
Fiber absorbs excess fats, preventing their absorption (and again, helping in weight loss) and has benefits for colon cancer, heart disease and diabetes. And you easily get it from foods, so no need to purchase supplements.

5. Protein

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There's tons of research out there these days on the importance of getting good quality protein in the diet. From stabilizing blood sugar to promoting the building of muscle to helping with weight loss, high-protein is the new lowfat.

Kidney Stones

Kidney Stones

The formation of stones in the kidneys or urinary tract is not an uncommon disorder. The stones are formed from the chemicals usually found in the urine such as uric acid, phosphorus, calcium, and oxalic acid. They may vary in consistency from grit, sand, and gravel-like obstructions the size of a bird's egg. Stones may form and grow because the concentration of a particular substance in the urine exceeds its solubility. Most kidney stones are composed either of calcium oxalate or phosphate, the latter being most common in the presence of infection. About ninety per cent of all stones contain calcium as the chief constituent. More than half of these are mixtures of calcium, ammonium and magnesium, phosphates and carbonates, while the remainder contain oxalate.
Kidney stones symptoms

Severe pain in their attempt to pass down the ureter

Kidney stones usually cause severe pain in their attempt to pass down the ureter on their way to the bladder. The pain is first felt in the side and, therefter, in the groin and thighs.
Frequent desire to urinate, painful urination, scanty urination, nausea

Other symptoms, of kidney stones are a frequent desire to urinate, painful urination, scanty urination, nausea, vomiting, sweating, and chills. The patient may also pass blood with the urine.

Causes of kidney stones


Defects in the general metabolism

The formation of stones in the kidneys is the result of defects in the general metabolism.They usually occur when the urine becomes highly concentrated due to heavy perspiration or insufficient intake of fluids. They are aggravated by a sedentary life-style.
wrong diet, excess intake of acid-forming foods, white flour and sugar products

The other causes are a wrong diet, excess intake of acid-forming foods, white flour and sugar products, meat, tea,coffee, condiments and spices, rich foods, and overeating.
Lack of vitamin A, excessive intake of vitamin D

Lack of vitamin A and an excessive intake of vitamin D may also lead to formation of stones.

Home remedy for kidney stones


Kidney Stones treatment using Kidney Beans

Kidney beans, also known as dried French beans or Rajmah, are regarded as a very effective home remedy for kidney problems, including kidney stones. The method prescribed to prepare the medicine is to remove the beans from inside the pods, then slice the pods and put about sixty grams in four litre of hot water, boiling them slowly for six hours. This liquid should be strained through fine muslin and then allowed to cool for about eight hours. Thereafter the fluid should be poured through another piece of muslin without stirring.A glass of this decoction should be given to the patient every two hours throughout the day for one day and, thereafter, it may be taken several times a week. This decoction would not work if it was more than twenty-four hours old. The pods could be kept for longer periods but once they were boiled, the therapeutic factor would disappear after one day.
Kidney Stones treatment using Basil

Basil has a strengthening effect on the kidneys.In case of kidney stones, one teaspoon each of basil juice and honey should be taken daily for six months. It has been found that stones can be expelled from the urinary tract by this treatment.
Kidney Stones treatment using Celery

Celery is a valuable food for those who are prone to getting stones in the kidneys or gall-bladder. Its regular intake prevents future stone formation.
Kidney Stones treatment using Apple

Apples are useful in kidney stones. In countries where the natural unsweetened cider is a common beverage, cases of stones or calculus are practically absent. The ripe fresh fruit is, however, more valuable.
Kidney Stones treatment using Grapes

Grapes have an exceptional diuretic value on account of their high contents of water and potassium salt. The value of this fruit in kidney troubles is enhanced by its low albumin and sodium chloride content. It is an excellent cure for kidney stones.
Kidney Stones treatment using Pomegranate

The seeds of both sour and sweet pomegranates are useful medicine for kidney stones. A tablespoon of the seeds, ground into a fine paste, can be given along with a cup of horse gram (kulthi) soup to dissolve gravel in kidneys. Two tablespoons of horse gram should be used for preparing the cup of soup.
Kidney Stones treatment using Watermelon

Watermelon contains the highest concentration of water amongst all fruits. It is also rich in potassium salts. It is one of the safest and best diuretics which can be used with beneficial result in kidney stones.
Kidney Stones treatment using Vitamin B 6

Research has shown the remarkable therapeutic success of vitamin B6 or pyridoxine in the treatment of kidney Stones. A daily therapeutic does of 100 to 150 mg of vitamin B6, preferably, combined with other B complex vitamins, should be continued for several months for getting a permanent cure.

Cancer 'danger Receptor' Found

Dendritic cells alert the rest of the immune system to an invader
A "danger receptor" that may kick-start an immune reaction to cancer in the body has been found by UK researchers.
It picks up signs of cell death caused by injury or tumours and mobilises the body's defences, Nature reports.
The finding may explain why some tumour-killing drugs partly work by setting off an immune response.
Better understanding of the receptor could help develop cancer treatments that harness the immune system, the London Research Institute team said.
Cell death is a normal process in the body which keeps growth and repair ticking over and keeps tissue healthy.

After a 15-year hunt, we've identified the first 'danger receptor' - one which senses abnormal cell death and then triggers an immune response
Dr Caetano Reis e Sousa, study leader
But sometimes there is an abnormal type of cell death called necrosis.
It has been thought for many years that the body somehow senses this abnormal cell death and sets off an immune reaction.
From an evolutionary point of view this would make sense as injury puts the body at risk of infection and an immune response would be a sensible precaution.
However, until now no receptor capable of detecting this abnormal cell death had been found.
The researchers discovered that the DNGR-1 receptor on a type of immune cell called a dendritic cell mobilises an immune response after coming across this abnormal cell death.
Dendritic cells act as messengers, alerting other types of immune cells to kill invaders, such as viruses and bacteria.
Trigger
The researchers said tumours could also trigger this type of immune reaction because they often contain clusters of cells undergoing this type of cell death as they have a limited blood supply.
Dr Caetano Reis e Sousa, lead author based at Cancer Research UK's London Research Institute, said: "After a 15-year hunt, we've identified the first 'danger receptor' - one which senses abnormal cell death and then triggers an immune response.
"The detection of 'danger' could explain some situations when a tumour triggers an immune reaction against itself."
He said manipulating this system could be beneficial in treating cancer but also in other areas, such as preventing rejection in organ transplantation.
"There is a theory that some cancer-killing drugs kill tumour cells in such a way that triggers the immune system against them so they have a double whammy."
Dr Lesley Walker, director of information at Cancer Research UK, said: "The concept of using the body's immune system to fight cancer has been around for decades, but advances in recent years have made this field of research a very exciting one.
"The results of this study are really important scientifically and a step towards understanding how to manipulate the immune system to treat cancer in the future."







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