1.Weight - Drinking one soda a day =
39 pounds of sugar a year. Sugar sweetened beverages are linked to 180,000+
deaths /year. 2. Brain - Too much sugar reduces production of a brain
chemical that helps us learn, store memories
and process insulin and the one that tells you to stop eating. 3.Kidneys - High levels of phosphoric acit in colas
have been linked to kidney stones and other renal problems. Two diet colas a
day -double- your risk. 4. Digestive Tract - Carbonation in soft drinks can
cause gas, bloating, cramping and and problems with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Caffeine can worsen episodes of diarrhea or contribute to constipation. 5. Bones - Soda consumption has been linked to
osteoporosis and bone density loss. 6. Heart - Chronic diet and regular soda
consumption leads to an increased risk of heart disease, including heart attack
and stroke. 7. Lungs - Asthma and COPD are ‘side effects’ of
drinking excessive soda. 8.Teeth - The acid in soda corrodes your teeth,
almost the equivalent of drinking battery acid.
The nose has a left and a right side. We use both to inhale and exhale. Actually they are different. You'll be able to feel the difference.
The right side represents the sun. The left side represents the moon.
During a headache, try to close your right nose and
use your left nose to breathe. In about 5 mins, your headache will go.
If you feel tired, just reverse, close your left
nose and breathe through your right nose. After a while, you will feel your mind is
refreshed.
Right side belongs to 'hot', so it gets heated up
easily. Left side belongs to 'cold'.
Most females breathe with their left noses, so they
get "cooled off" faster. Most of the guys breathe with their right noses, they get worked up.
Do you notice, the moment you awake, which side
breathes better? Left or right ? If left is better, you will feel tired. So, close your left nose and use your right nose
for breathing.. You will feel refreshed quickly.
Do you suffer from continual headaches? Try out this breathing therapy.
Close your right nose and breathe through your left
nose. Your headaches will be gone. Continued the exercise for one month.
Why not give it a try.....a natural therapy without
medication
My mother is suffering from vertigo every now and then. It always
starts with yawning, then feeling lightheaded and dizzy then later on nausea
and vomiting. I am very worried that I though she is hypertensive. So, we always
want to see her doctor for checkup but everything is normal.
Vertigo is a subtype of dizziness, where there is a feeling
of motion when one is stationary. The symptoms are due to an asymmetric
dysfunction of the vestibular system in the inner ear. It is often associated
with nausea and vomiting as well as a balance disorder, causing difficulties
standing or walking. There are three types of vertigo: Objective − the patient
has the sensation that objects in the environment are moving; Subjective −
patient feels as if he or she is moving; Pseudovertigo − intensive sensation of
rotation inside the patient's head. While appearing in textbooks, this
classification has little to do with pathophysiology or treatment.
Dizziness and vertigo rank among the most common complaints
in medicine, affecting approximately 20%-30% of the general population. Vertigo
may be present in patients of all ages. However, it is rarely a primary concern
amongst children, and becomes more prevalent with increasing age. The most
common causes are benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, concussion and
vestibular migraine while less common causes include Ménière's disease and
vestibular neuritis. Excessive consumption of ethanol (alcoholic beverages) can
also cause notorious symptoms of vertigo. Repetitive spinning, as in familiar
childhood games, can induce short-lived vertigo by disrupting the inertia of
the fluid in the vestibular system.
Although we might take balance for granted, the vestibular
system is one of the most impressive functions of the human body, as it is the
sensory system that provides the dominant input for movement and balance.
Although we may not realize it, tiny structures in our inner ear help to keep
us from tipping over.
Balance is the result of a number of bodily systems working
together– the eyes (visual system), ears (vestibular system), and the body's
sense of where it is in space (proprioception). The information from these body
systems is integrated by the brain, which also needs to be functioning normally
to maintain balance.
The vestibular system works with the visual system to keep
objects in focus when the head is moving. When the head is tilted or the body
position is changed with respect to gravity, the displacement of the stones
causes the hair cells to bend. If there are any irregularities in this balance
system of ‘bobbing buoys’ and fluid, we lose the ability to remain balanced.
This video presents some ways to determine vertigo and exercise
to balance the inner ear.
The Epley Maneuver (the most effective exercise for vertigo)
From time to time, experiencing dizziness and problems with
balance can be extremely distressing. But there are many things that you can do
to ease your dizziness naturally. It can be helpful to drink adequate amounts
of fluid daily. It's also a good idea to change positions slowly to avoid
dizziness and disorientation and to limit the amount of salt you eat in a day.
Limiting salt intake can decrease the pressure in your inner ear.
People who suffer from vertigo also tend to experience
nervousness that may result in a vicious cycle. Reducing stress levels can
benefit anyone who experiences regular bouts of dizziness. Make sure that you
have sufficient regular sleep, eat regular, wholesome meals (to keep blood
sugar levels stable), and use natural remedies to benefit the nervous system.
It is also important to have blood pressure checked as dizziness and faintness
may be brought on by low blood pressure.
Sexually transmitted diseases (STD), also referred to as
sexually transmitted infections (STI) and venereal diseases (VD), are illnesses
that have a significant probability of transmission between humans by means of
human sexual behavior, including vaginal intercourse, oral sex, and anal sex.
While in the past, these illnesses have mostly been referred to as STDs or VD,
in recent years the term sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has been
preferred, as it has a broader range of meaning; a person may be infected, and
may potentially infect others, without having a disease. Some STIs can also be
transmitted via the use of IV drug needles after its use by an infected person,
as well as through childbirth or breastfeeding. Sexually transmitted infections
have been well known for hundreds of years, and venereology is the branch of
medicine that studies these diseases.
COMMON BACTERIA SYMPTOMS AND DRUG TREATMENT:
Chlamydia is a
bacterial infection of your genital tract. Chlamydia may be difficult for you
to detect because early-stage infections often cause few or no signs and
symptoms. When they do occur, they usually start one to three weeks after
you've been exposed to chlamydia. Even when signs and symptoms do occur,
they're often mild and passing, making them easy to overlook.
(Ang klamidia ay isang
uri ng sakit na nakukuha sa pakikipagtalik na sanhi ng isang impeksyong
bakterya. Lumalabas ang sakit na ito mula pito hanggang dalawampu't isang araw
pagkatapos na mahawa. Tinatawag din itong sakit na tulo.)
Signs and symptoms may include:
Painful
urination
Lower
abdominal pain
Vaginal
discharge in women
Discharge
from the penis in men
Pain
during sexual intercourse in women
Testicular
pain in men
Drug treatment:
Azithromycin
1 gram, oral as a single dose
Doxycycline
100 milligrams, twice a day within 2 weeks
Tetracycline
Erythromycin
Gonorrhea is a
bacterial infection of your genital tract. The first gonorrhea symptoms
generally appear within two to 10 days after exposure. However, some people may
be infected for months before signs or symptoms occur.
(Ang gonorea o gonoria
ay isang impeksyon na dulot ng isang
bakterya. Tinatawag ding tulo ang karamdamang ito na nakukuha mula sa
pakikipagtalik. Maaaring maipadala ang gonorea sa pamamagitan ng pagdaan sa mga
mata.)
Signs and symptoms of gonorrhea may include:
Thick,
cloudy or bloody discharge from the penis or vagina
Pain
or burning sensation when urinating
Abnormal
menstrual bleeding
Painful,
swollen testicles
Painful
bowel movements
Anal
itching
Drug treatment:
Amoxicillin
2 g plus probenecid 1 g orally
Ampicillin
2 to 3 g plus probenecid 1 g orally
Azithromycin
2 g orally
Cefixime
400 mg orally
Cefotaxime
500 mg by intramuscular injection
Cefoxitin
2 g by intramuscular injection, plus probenecid 1 g orally
Cefpodoxime
(Vantin) 400 mg orally
Ceftriaxone
(Rocephin) 125 to 250 mg by intramuscular injection
Ciprofloxacin
500 mg orally
Levofloxacin
250 mg orally
Ofloxacin
400 mg orally
Spectinomycin
2 g by intramuscular injection
Trichomoniasis is
a common STI caused by a microscopic, one-celled parasite called Trichomonas
vaginalis. This organism spreads during sexual intercourse with someone who
already has the infection. The organism usually infects the urinary tract in
men, but often causes no symptoms in men. Trichomoniasis typically infects the
vagina in women. When trichomoniasis causes symptoms, they may range from mild
irritation to severe inflammation.
(Ang trikomonyasis ay isang impeksyong dulot ng isang protosoa
(Ingles: protozoa) na kabilang sa mga sakit na nakukuha sa pakikipagtalik.
Sanhi ito ng mikrobyong trikomonas baynalis (Ingles: trichomonas vaginalis),
isang parasito. Tinatawag din itong tulo.)
Signs and symptoms may include:
Clear,
white, greenish or yellowish vaginal discharge
Discharge
from the penis
Strong
vaginal odor
Vaginal
itching or irritation
Itching
or irritation inside the penis
Pain
during sexual intercourse
Painful
urination
Drug treatment:
metronidazole
(Flagyl) 2000 mg.
Remember that it is best to consult your doctor for tests and to
give you the right and safe medicine.
Hypertension (HTN) or high blood pressure, sometimes called
arterial hypertension, is a chronic medical condition in which the blood
pressure in the arteries is elevated. This requires the heart to work harder
than normal to circulate blood through the blood vessels. Blood pressure is summarized
by two measurements, systolic and diastolic, which depend on whether the heart
muscle is contracting (systole) or relaxed between beats (diastole). Normal
blood pressure at rest is within the range of 100-140mmHg systolic (top
reading) and 60-90mmHg diastolic (bottom reading). High blood pressure is said
to be present if it is persistently at or above 140/90 mmHg.
As a way to manage your blood pressure, herbs and spices are
a fantastic way to increase the medicinal value of your food. Below are some
herbs and spices you may have been enjoying with no idea as to their value:
1. Garlic - Garlic contains allicin, a substance which has
antibacterial, antioxidant, lipid lowering and anti-hypertension properties. In
a pilot study made at Clinical Research Center of New Orleans on whether
garlic could lower blood pressure, nine patients with severe hypertension were
given a garlic preparation containing 1.3 % allicin. Sitting blood pressure
fell with a significant decrease in diastolic blood pressure only five to 14
hours after the dose. Moreover, it was proven in a 2009 study that fresh garlic
has more potent cardio-protective properties than processed garlic.
2. Cinnamon - Cinnamon not only prevents heart disease, it can also
prevent diabetes. The Center for Applied Health Sciences in Ohio conducted a study
of 22 subjects, half of which were given a 250mg of water soluble cinnamon
daily while the other half were given placebo. It was discovered that those who
drank cinnamon had a 13 to 23 percent increase in antioxidants connected with
lowering blood sugar levels.
3. Onions - Onions contain quercetin, an antioxidant flavonol found to
prevent heart disease and stroke. In a research study published in the
Journal of Nutrition, subjects with hypertension experienced a decrease in
their blood pressure by 7mmHg systolic and 5 mmHg diastolic as opposed to those
who were taking placebo.
4. Olives - This herb is a significant part of the Mediterranean diet,
recognized to be one of the healthiest in the world. Oil made from olives has
been found to reduce blood pressure. In a study conducted on the importance of
olive oil, Dr. L. Aldo Ferrara, Associate Professor at the Frederico II
University of Naples in Italy
discovered that the daily use of 40 grams of olive oil reduced the dosage of
blood pressure medication in hypertensive patients by about 50 percent.
Polyphenols in extra-virgin olive oil was credited for the significant
reduction of blood pressure.
5. Oregano - This herb contains the compound carvacrol which has been
proven to be effective against blood pressure. In a study conducted on animal
subjects, by researchers from Eskisehir
Osmangazi University
in Turkey,
carvacrol was found to reduce heart rate, mean arterial pressure as well as the
systolic and diastolic blood pressures.
6. Hawthorn - This herb has been traditionally used to treat high blood
pressure. In one study conducted in Reading,
UK, 79 type-2
diabetic patients were randomized to receive 1200 mg of hawthorn extract while
another group received medication for high blood pressure. Results revealed
that patients taking hawthorn by the end of the 16th week showed a reduction in
their mean diastolic pressure.
7. Cardamom- In one study published in the Indian Journal of
Biochemistry and Biophysics, 20 subjects newly diagnosed with primary
hypertension were administered 3 g of cardamom powder. After the end of the 3
months, all the subjects experienced feelings of well-being without any side
effects. Moreover, the study was able to demonstrate that blood pressure was
effectively reduced. It also improved antioxidant status while breaking down
blood clots without significantly altering blood lipids and fibrinogen levels.
Taking advantage of the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of spices and
herbs is an excellent way to boost your body's health. Herbs have low calorie
content, increase the medicinal value of your food and allow you to use natural
forms of lowering blood pressure. Mix them up with your soups, salads, fish and
meat and vegetable dishes. It's a healthier and cheaper alternative to keeping
bottles of prescription drugs and synthetic supplements.
In
the last week of September, my father suffered some kind of illness that we
don’t really know the cause.We took him
to the clinic because he had rashes all over his body, flu-like symptoms,
severe joint pains, headache, and fatigue. After some series of tests, the
doctor found nothing. Yep, everything is
very normal. The doctor just told him to get some rest and take some of the
medicines that were given to him. And that worries me a lot.
As
a medical transcriptionist, I got to know what could have caused my father’s
illness. I searched the web for answers and this is what I found.
Chikungunya is a viral
disease that is spread by mosquitoes. It causes fever and severe joint
pain. Other symptoms include muscle pain, headache, nausea, fatigue and
rash.
The disease shares some
clinical signs with dengue, and can be misdiagnosed in areas where dengue
is common.
There is no cure for the
disease. Treatment is focused on relieving the symptoms.
The proximity of mosquito
breeding sites to human habitation is a significant risk factor for Chikungunya.
The disease occurs in Africa,
Asia and the Indian subcontinent. In
recent decades mosquito vectors of Chikungunya have spread to Europe and
the Americas.
In 2007, disease transmission was reported for the first time in Europe,
in a localized outbreak in north-eastern Italy.
The
proximity of mosquito vector breeding sites to human habitation is a
significant risk factor for Chikungunya as well as for other diseases that
these species transmit. Prevention and control relies heavily on reducing the
number of natural and artificial water-filled container habitats that support
breeding of the mosquitoes. This requires mobilization of affected communities.
During outbreaks, insecticides may be sprayed to kill flying mosquitoes,
applied to surfaces in and around containers where the mosquitoes land, and
used to treat water in containers to kill the immature larvae.
Diet that help in Chikungunya Prevention
include:
Foods with an increased level
of fluids such as soups, dals, gravies, barley and similar semi-liquid
diet.
Leafy vegetables as they are
easily digestible while non-vegetarian food is avoidable.
Fruits like Apples and
plantains are good but cold fruits such as oranges, watermelons must be
avoided.
Food that is rich in
chromium, selenium, and zinc, i.e. has vitamins A, C, and E.
Oranges, sweet lime, amla, capsicum,
pineapple, broccoli, cabbage, guavas and papaya are rich in vitamin C.
Vitamin A rich foods are all
those fruits and vegetables that are yellow or orange in color.
If the fever does not come
down, then oily food, coffee and Tea must be avoided.
Make a concoction from herbs
such as tulsi, amrutharista, mahasudarshana churna, sudarshan churnam,
amruthotharam kashayam and gutika to lessen the severity of Chikungunya
complications.
Foods
rich in chromium, zinc and selenium that have vitamins A, C and E are natural
anti oxidants. They help to fight the free radicals of the body. Take them as
supplements or in their natural form. The fruits and vegetables mentioned above,
rich in vitamin C and A are the natural sources. The best way to escape from
contracting this disease is to protect yourself from mosquito bites. Since that
is not practicable all the times, you can consider some helpful diet for
preventing Chikungunya.
If
you have Chikungunya, you must boost your immune system because at this point
there is still no cure or vaccine for this virus.
