tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53696627049729646582023-11-12T01:14:18.058-08:00Health and Fitness Article Category NewsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014439307418885702noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5369662704972964658.post-65430860781571145432012-07-30T10:01:00.000-07:002012-08-01T10:01:30.386-07:004 Steps to Getting a Paternity Test Done Property for the Least Amount of Money<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
This may come as a surprise, but it is estimated that up to 35% of men in the US are raising children who are not their own.<br />
This
large "unknown factor" can cause huge financial burden for mothers and
alleged fathers. For these men, this could be the equivalent of up to 18
years of financial slavery. Now, on the other side, it is estimated
that 75 million US children are living in a single mother household and
many of their mothers are not receiving the child support payments they
deserve.<br />
Resolving this "unknown factor" can provide relief on
both sides of this issue. DNA paternity testing can show, with greater
than 99.999% accuracy, who the father of a child actually is. With this
in mind, it's not surprising that the number of DNA paternity tests in
this country has been increasing by almost 12% each year for the last 5
years.<br />
This increase in demand has also increased the number of
labs and companies willing to meet that demand. Unfortunately, they are
all not created equal and I'd like to give some tips to help you avoid
making an expensive mistake when shopping for a paternity testing
company.<br />
If you have unresolved questions about a biological relationship, the following four steps are just what you need.<br />
Step #1 -Make a commitment to yourself to get the test done.<br />
You
owe it to yourself and the child to put any questions to rest. Plus,
the result could help you get the child support or other benefits you
need, or prevent you from paying child support for years to come. The
most important step you can take towards resolving your unanswered
questions is to take is the first step towards paternity testing.<br />
Step #2 - List your objectives.<br />
Are
you interested just for curiosity's sake? Are there child custody or
child support issues at stake? Is it possible that the results could be
given to a lawyer or government agency at some point? Do you want to
work with an honest, reputable, accredited company and lab - or are you
willing to risk working with a company that offers the absolute lowest
price, knowing that your samples may not have even been sent to a lab?<br />
In
order for a DNA paternity test to be considered legal and useable in
court, the test has to be documented and sample donors must positively
identified (by presenting a government-issued ID) and photographs and
finger prints taken. The samples are carefully tracked and matched to
each test participant through the entire DNA testing process.<br />
On
the other hand, at home tests or "curiosity" DNA tests are performed in
the home with samples taken by the donors themselves. In this case there
is no independent verification of who the samples came from and the lab
would be unable to positively identify who the samples came from. The
result from this type of <a href="http://www.test4paternity.com/cag1/" rel="nofollow" target="_new">paternity testing</a> would not be admissible in court.<br />
Step #3 - Ask questions.<br />
The
way you learn about a company is to ask specific questions and listen
carefully to the answers. Here are 6 tough questions to ask your DNA
paternity test provider:<br />
1. What type of test do you recommend for my situation?<br />
2. What laboratory do you use? Can I have their phone number?<br />
3. What agencies have accredited your lab?<br />
4. How do you keep my information secure and my test results confidential?<br />
5. What training have your collection specialists had?<br />
6. Can you explain your chain of custody procedures?<br />
Step #4 - Call and get a quote.<br />
Once
you are satisfied that you are working with an honest, experienced
company that stands behind their work, call and get a written price
quote for the type of test you need, exactly the number of people you
need tested, and the location(s) where the collections will take place. A
written price quote gives you the assurance that you know exactly what
your testing will cost - no surprises.<br />
There is much more that
could be discussed about the best way to go about paternity testing; but
this is a good start. Just know that there are a multitude of issues
that a paternity test could resolve including child support, child
custody, tribal rights and benefits, immigration rights and benefits,
etc. However, the most important thing you can get from a DNA paternity
test is peace of mind that comes with knowledge of the facts. Once those
facts are knows, all the other issues can be resolved. By following the
steps outlined here, you will be well on your way to discovering the
facts that are missing from your life.<br />
So, if you have unanswered
questions about a biological relationship do yourself a favor and put
the steps above into action. As I said above, step 1 is the most
important...Make a commitment to yourself to take action.<br />
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Discover how to avoid the 6 worst mistakes you can make when
choosing a DNA paternity testing company. I'll reveal how to get DNA
paternity testing performed properly, at the lowest possible price, with
the highest level of privacy and confidentiality.</div>
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When you get a haircut that is too short, all you want to do is
grow hair fast, the most successful way to do this is to use natural
ingredients. As humans, we are organic beings and nature produces
everything we need naturally. Unlike synthetic products which usually
contain within its ingredients some unnatural chemicals. Some of the
reasons for your hair problems are environment pollution, stress,
genetics, sickness and harmful products.<br />
To
grow hair fast you need to choose plant-based products, which have
natural ingredients, to get great results. Mira oil is combination of
these ingredients that are great for hair problems by regular use of
these your problems will reverse and you will grow hair fast and reach
your desired goals easily.<br />
Recent statistics have shown that more
and more people are becoming actively aware and using organic natural
ingredients regularly. By incorporating this simple adjustment to your
daily routine, the difference will be noticeable, fast. You will feel
better and look younger by using Mira oil and your hair problems will
disappear in a very short time.<br />
By making these simple adjustments
of incorporating drinking lots water and exercise regularly, all your
dreams of good health will become a reality. Mira hair oil has within
its organic ingredients olive oil, castor oil and neem oil that all have
no side effects. Here you will see their individual benefits.<br />
Neem
oil also has antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal
properties promoting you with restored healthy hair. For irritations and
itching this oil eliminates them and the red patches too. It acts like
cold tar on eczema, psoriasis, eliminating dandruff hair loss and dry
hair problems with ease. Neem oil boosts your immune system, cleanse
your blood and helps you to control your blood sugar levels naturally.<br />
The
next is olive oil that increases your metabolism; it is iron rich and
full of vitamins A, B1, B2, C, and D. Within the properties is a rich
ingredient that restores any damaged hair problems. Olive oil is an
excellent conditioner that strengthens your locks from the root
relieving all problem hair naturally.<br />
Castor oil has been in use
for centuries all over the world, as a cure. It is easily absorbed
through your skin; essential fatty acids and omega 9 nourish your roots
and prevent your scalp from drying. This natural hair oil helps you to
keep moisture enabling your hair to grow faster producing thicker
healthier results. Castor oil prevents and reduces any damage by coating
your roots, smoothing your locks leaving it silkier and softer,
eliminating most hair problems naturally.<br />
Mira oil for your
problem hair is a natural healer the way nature intended it. It will
save you lots of money that you would have incurred through Dr's and
prescriptions. By keeping natural ingredients for your hair problems, as
your remedy you will rarely experience another bad hair day.<br />
Mira
oil is great as hair gel, repairs any damage, whether it is chemically
processed or not. This oil is suitable for any hair type any age range,
as Mira oil is great for your pets and children too.<br />
If you have
any of these individual oils a home, try a hot oil treatment tonight.
All you have to do is apply the oil generously evenly in furrows across
you scalp and you will see excellent results tomorrow.<br />
Remember, "It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed." Famous quote by Theodore Roosevelt<br />
For
those of you have do not have any natural oils, act now, get some and
you too will soon be sporting healthy, bouncy, shiny hair. You will feel
and look younger and your confidence will soar.<br />
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</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014439307418885702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5369662704972964658.post-61500338924435511582012-07-16T09:59:00.000-07:002012-08-01T09:59:56.821-07:00Three Potent Solutions to Infections<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Without a doubt, many women continue to seek information about a
particular topic: Candida natural treatment. After all, even though
infections caused by the fungi might not seem to be alarming at first,
the true effects of such a medical condition are definitely concerning.
For one, those with such an infection would often find it rather
unpleasant and at times even impossible, to engage in sex: indeed, not
only do they experience vaginal pain, women infected with Candida also
have to worry about foul-smelling vaginal discharges. Given such
symptoms, it becomes clear that searching for natural treatment options
is definitely a must.<br />
Most
people remain unaware that it would be possible to get rid of Candida by
simply making it a point to follow a fiber-rich diet. Of course, many
would question fiber's potential to eliminate the aforementioned
infection: after all, Candida is not usually considered a diet-related
problem. In truth, the health issues caused by such species of yeast
have been linked to immune system weaknesses. Thus, any positive changes
in one's diet would have significant effects on Candida's survival:
given the opportunistic nature of Candida, treatment approaches that
involve the use of fiber also prevent subsequent infections since such
methods boost the immune system.<br />
While many would immediately
begin to follow fiber-rich diets, it is only to be expected that some
would continue their search for other means of eliminating Candida:
natural treatment methods that do not require considerable diet
alterations. With this in mind, such individuals would surely be pleased
to know that taking enteric-coated essential oil capsules is also among
the most effective means of fighting Candida-induced infections. Such
enteric-coated capsules function in a straightforward manner: shortly
after ingestion, the essential oils within the capsules are released
throughout the body, directly preventing further fungal growth.<br />
It
is also rather likely that some women would be concerned about taking
enteric-coated essential oil capsules. After all, scientific knowledge
regarding the potential side effects of essential oils, especially at
high concentrations, remains limited. In this sense, such individuals
should definitely take probiotic supplements so as to get rid of their
infection-related concerns. Given that Candida-based infections arise
partly due to an imbalance in the vagina's microflora, it is indeed
obvious as to how certain bacterial strains are able to eliminate such
worrisome medical conditions: such friendly bacteria beat Candida in a
battle for microbial dominance.<br />
As made clear throughout the
discussion, fighting fungal infections need not be an endeavor that
involves the use of medications with synthetic ingredients. To
reiterate, it would be possible to get rid of Candida by simply changing
one's diet: making it a point to consume significant amounts of fiber
on a daily basis. As also mentioned, getting rid of one's
infection-related worries is often as simple as taking enteric-coated
essential oil capsules. Of course, taking probiotic supplements is a
wise course of action as well. All in all, women need to remember that
when facing infections caused by Candida, natural treatment options are
always available.<br />
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</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014439307418885702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5369662704972964658.post-77829883364166893012012-07-09T09:58:00.000-07:002012-08-01T09:59:10.056-07:00Care In The Last Days<div style="text-align: justify;">
Life in this world is not permanent. There will come a time when all
the mortal beings have to die. To some death is sudden, maybe due to
misfortunes such as accidents. While to others they literally see death
approaching from the horizon slowly, till it takes their life. People
who fall into this category are those who suffer from terminal diseases
such as cancer and H.I.V and Aids. By nature, all human beings fear
death, and many will do anything possible so as to reduce the chance of
going down this road where there is no return.</div>
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In
medical terms, end of life care refers to the care given to a patient
who are not only in the last stages of life, but also who suffer from
terminal diseases. This care requires a lot of patience and
understanding the goal is to make the patient as comfortable as
possible. In dealing with terminal patients, the aim is to reduce the
pain that may accrue due to the effects of advance in disease.</div>
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It
is a practice that, when determined that a certain disease cannot be
treated further, treatment is stopped and energies are now focused in
making the patient comfortable as the day of death is awaited.</div>
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<strong>The realization</strong></div>
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People,
who work in hospices (places where terminal patients find solace before
dying) have reported that the process of dying begins well before the
actual death takes place. Patients who are three months prior to death
begin to show change in behavior, they withdraw from their surrounding
and may decline visits from relatives and friends. They begin to
contemplate their life and begin to revisit past memories. At this stage
food is rarely eaten and there is a significant loss of weight. They
are neither hungry nor thirsty as the body changes anticipate the
inevitable.</div>
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<strong>The countdown</strong></div>
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One to two weeks
prior to death, mental changes take shape, hallucination is common at
this stage, conversation is made to people not present. Movement at this
stage is aimless. Physical changes also take place, body temperature
lowers, blood pressure lowers, and there is an increase in perspiration.</div>
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A
couple of hours before death the patient show a surge of energy, which
is unusual. Rapid breathing takes place followed by none at all.
Mottling is also observed at this stage and the patient becomes
unresponsive to stimuli. The eyes may be open but they are not seeing
their surroundings. According to experts, it is believed that the last
organ to close is the ear and it is recommended that loved ones keep on
talking to the dying at this time. Finally, breathing come to an end and
the heart beat stops all together. It makes the end of life.</div>
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To
take care of patients who know that hope for them is over is always a
challenge. Words of encouragement to such people usually are empty words
but none the less they are part of us and neglecting them will be
neglecting ourselves.</div>
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Care in the last days can either be
performed at home or in the hospital. This care involves consideration
of the use palliative care, patient life rights, medical experiments,
ethics, and other interventions that will be governed on how to make the
life of the patient bearable as the last days approach.</div>
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This care
is provided till the patient dies. When signs of death show, it is
important to know how to deal with the patient. Proper care should
enable the patient to undergo all the stages comfortable and how to
comfort the relatives who might be present to see their loved ones leave
them.</div>
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At this process the will of the patient should prevail.
Symptom management should be carried in the most professional manner
possible. Morphine is used to control pain. When rattling (a gurgling
sound) occurs it should be explained to the family and friends present
as this sight causes a lot of pain to hear and watch their loved one
suffer. Nausea and vomiting is controlled by use of antiemetics.</div>
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<br /></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014439307418885702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5369662704972964658.post-63392027841537827982012-07-02T09:57:00.000-07:002012-08-01T09:58:13.693-07:00Building Bridges Over Trauma With Guided Imagery For Cerebral Palsy<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Of all the ailments that plague the human body, none has been
more difficult to understand and treat than Cerebral Palsy. An in depth
study reveals that CP, like the term cancer, is a catch all for a
variety of trauma related problems affecting the central nervous system.
These are all characterized by some blockage in the processing of
commands to muscles that prevent them from the normal carrying out of
simple instructions. Sometimes this condition is congenital (pre-natal)
or it can occur as a result of some post-natal trauma. Modern imaging
techniques are increasingly sophisticated and are getting better and
better pictures of the neuroanatomic lesions that cause CP and the
disorders associated with it. These barriers to a healthy body are the
subject of the bridges referred to in the title. This article is not
meant to be a discussion of the disease itself, for those afflicted by
it understand the problem very well. Rather, this article is written to
describe an exciting new approach to treatment. Instead of exercises
carried out by command of the conscious left brain, this will involve
exercises carried out totally within the subconscious right brain. The
technique of Guided Imagery will be used to send healthy images to the
subconscious mind by way of having the patient listen to a CD that
conveys these healing images to the patient while in a relaxed state.<br />
The
recent development of a technique for embedding both the voice and
background music tracks of the CD with a subliminal nine cycles/second
beat means the we can now send the message in perfect tuning resonance
with the natural electrical frequency of the right brain. This is very
helpful in overcoming distractions such as random thoughts or unwanted
noises. Thus all the patient has to do is relax, listen and follow the
suggestions of the guide's voice coming from the CD. This is what is
meant by the term Guided Imagery. One very good consequence of this is
that the patient can very effectively do the exercise while enjoying
sound sleep. In fact, the narrative of the CD is supported by soft
background music that is crafted to induce sleep. While all physical
exercises directed by the conscious left brain are necessarily limited
by the conditions brought on by the disease, the right brain knows no
limitations as this is the world of imagery and imagination. One of the
most modern and upbeat concepts associated with mind/body medicine has
been proposed by Dr. Herb Benson of Harvard. This is what he calls
"remembered wellness" and in many treatment procedures it is worthwhile
to call upon the mind to remember conditions as they were before disease
struck. To see how this may be invoked in the treatment of CP, let us
look at some of the treatment methods currently in use.<br />
Rolfing,
named for its founder, Dr. Ida Rolf, involves deep tissue massage of the
fasciae that surrounds the muscle tissues. Albeit there have been
successes reported with mild cases, there is suspicion that it may even
be harmful in severe cases.<br />
The 1940's method of Dr. Moshe
Feldenkrais is derived from principles of physics, biomechanics,
psychology and martial arts. This involves developing new motor patterns
by using gentle active and passive movements accompanied by verbal
direction. The objective is to abandon old movement patterns by
replacing them with newer, more effective patterns. As one who has
practiced guided imagery for almost two decades, it struck me that this
is about as close to what might be called guided imagery directed by the
left brain as I have ever heard known. It is just a short step to the
concept of doing this same thing in the virtual state through
visualization. The left brain will retain a memory of the former while
the right brain will remember the accomplishments of the latter.
Furthermore it is the right brain, not the left that has the precise
control over the subtleties of cellular organization and activities.
While there is still no definitive confirmation of the efficacy of the
Feldenkerais method, it is still widely practiced and the concept
retains its appeal.<br />
Aquatic therapy is generally used in
conjunction with other forms of therapy. It is highly regarded among
therapists. Again, it is worthwhile to note that a patient, in a relaxed
state, following the suggestions of the imagery guide can likewise go
for a therapeutic, refreshing, healing swim. This will also be
remembered by the subconscious mind. Furthermore, it can be done as
often as desired from the privacy on one's own home, does not require an
actual swimming pool and involves absolutely no expense.<br />
Hippotherapy
(horseback riding) is very popular as an adjunct to treatments. This
method also focuses on easier movements and responses to such things as
weight shifting and postural maintenance due to equilibrium reactions.
Again, a very vigorous ride, including jumps, can be enjoyed in the
realm of the imagination that is just as real to the subconscious right
brain as the hippotherapy is to the conscious left brain. There is
likewise something to be said for horseback riding that does not require
the usual feeding, grooming and cleaning the stables.<br />
It must be
emphasized that, although this is a fascinating concept, it is scarcely
out of the starting gate and a long, long way from acceptance in the
halls of medicine. Nevertheless it is appealing and enjoys many
advantages. The same things are basically true in the CP venue that are
true in the cancer applications. Guided imagery is patient friendly,
self administered, self scheduled, with no side effects other than a
good nights sleep and completely cost free.<br />
Best of all, it will
not take sophisticated machines to see progress. Those of us who argue
for giving this a try expect to see progress in the smiles on sweet
little faces, faces who currently show only diminishing hope. That will
be reward enough to more than justify the effort and no amount of
medical sophistry will be able to deny it. The nay sayers have already
chimed in that this is purely visionary with no demonstrable basis in
scientific fact. The best response that I can think of for this all too
typical criticism of creative efforts historically is that of Proverbs
29:18, "Where there is no vision, the people perish".<br />
Anyone interested in further information on this ongoing program may feel free to contact me through my webpage.<br />
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Back in 1993 Gerald White survived a 20 pound kidney tumor that
subsequently went metastatic to distant organs. After all medical
treatments had failed and the dreadful "only three more months" death
sentence had been delivered. He worked out a self- directed program of
guided imagery that induced a remission in three months. He has served a
three year term as a Director of the National Kidney Cancer
Association. Through his webpage he maintains an active world wide
mentoring program that has yielded many similar remissions of cases
thought to be hopeless. His book has been translated into Chinese and
Hungarian. A credible Scientist, in his career before cancer, he
achieved some 20 technology patents in 9 countries.</div>
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<br /></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014439307418885702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5369662704972964658.post-79439689327935470852012-06-30T09:56:00.000-07:002012-08-01T09:56:52.253-07:00Introduction to Strokes<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
The definition of stroke by both western doctors and Chinese
physicians are similar, which includes haemorrhagic cerebrovascular
disease and ischemic cerebrovascular disease. Haemorrhagic
cerebrovascular disease is mainly characterized by hypertensive cerebral
thrombosis, cerebral embolism, and transient ischemic attacks and so
on. Strokes are known for their high incidence rate, high morbidity,
high recurrence rate and high mortality rate. Strokes can also lead to
numerous complications and it's a disease that causes serious harm to
public health.<br />
Although 90%
of strokes occur among people above 40 years old, young people can also
suffer from a stroke. There are common cases of children suffering a
stroke. People who have hypertension, high cholesterol, obese and suffer
from cervical spondylitis and various types of heart disease are prone
to have stroke. In addition, those with high blood viscosity, addicted
to smoking, alcohol, indulge in fatty and salty food, lack of exercise
and fiery temper would definitely prone to stroke disease.<br />
Most
young people do not pay attention to their health. They are so engrossed
and stressed at work that they often do not have enough sleep. They sit
for long hours in front of the computer, seldom exercise and have an
unbalanced diet. These undesirable lifestyle habits can lead to
hypertension, high cholesterol and high blood sugar. This is also the
reason why younger people are suffering from stroke.<br />
Stroke can
divide into indications of stroke, meridian and collaterals and internal
organs. Indications of stroke are dizziness, vomiting, headache,
numbness or weakness of lower body and even sudden loss of
consciousness.<br />
As the occurrence of Stroke is due to many causes
and the pathogenic condition may be quite complex, the treatment of
Stroke has to adopt an integrated approach, including the combination of
treatment with Chinese and Western medicine, acupuncture, massage,
physiotherapy, psychological treatment and training of the body's
passive and active functions.<br />
The combination of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine treatment for stroke
has significant effect. So long as the stroke patient maintains a
stable physiological state, conventional treatment will not pose any
danger and is reliable. The sooner one goes for a traditional Chinese
medicine treatment, the better the effect. For instance, if the patient
receives acupuncture treatment early, it will help to smoothen blood
flow, restore blood supply to the brain, reduces damage to the brain
tissue caused by ischemic necrosis, thereby improving the patient's
quality of life and treatment results.<br />
In order to prevent stroke,
keep high blood pressure under control; adhere to the long term
medication and maintain long term observation of blood pressure changes.
Control and reduce transient cerebral ischemic attack, also known as
minor stroke or a sign of an impending stroke is an important aspect of
stroke prevention. Once there are signs of a minor stroke, pay close
attention to administer immediate systemic therapy, for it is possible
to prevent the onset of the complete stroke. If possible, eliminate the
factors that lead to stroke, such as mood swings, over fatigue and so
on.<br />
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</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14014439307418885702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5369662704972964658.post-86243547510219433082012-06-23T09:55:00.000-07:002012-08-01T09:55:46.308-07:00Increase Fitness and Slim Down<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Need a bit of motivation to get you started on a smart fitness
plan? We've put together these tips that will inspire you to embark on a
journey of better health, losing weight and a stronger body. If you are
ready, let us hit the floor, and start to achieve our workout goals!<br />
Exercising
is excellent, but taking part in the couple of sports can also be a
effective method of getting the daily exercise. You can play basketball,
soccer, baseball, football and much more. It may be by having an
organized team or pickup games. Either in situation, participation in
sports is an essential part of exercise.<br />
One basic tip for fitness
is not to train vigorously! Sometimes for those who have any adverse
health or fitness goal you have to achieve, it's tempting to push
yourself to your maximum capacity, this really is not too healthy. Set
regular achievable goals for yourself and results will be well within
your reach.<br />
To learn how to effectively catch a football, try
aiming for its tip. If you attempt to focus on the ball, it will appear
blurry, but if you watch the tip, you can clearly see where the ball is
going and try to catch it. You are also blocking out incoming defenders
by focusing on this single spot.<br />
Include all different kinds of
exercise in your workout regime. You won't get bored and you will be
able to experience different ways to get fit and lose weight that you
may not have tried. Keep the most physically demanding workouts for when
you feel at your best, and the most soothing workouts for times when
you don't feel like exercising at all.<br />
When planning your exercise
routine, put in resistance first and the aerobic exercises last. When
exercising glycogen is used first, and then fat is used for energy.
Glycogen will be used for the energy for resistance exercises. Doing
aerobic exercises next will help you to burn more fats because the
stored glycogen has already been used. This will help you to lose weight
in a faster phase.<br />
Enhance your overall versatility by stretching
much more of your tight muscles rather than just concentrating on the
already flexible ones. This will cause you to be able to work out your
problem areas in your muscles. The most popular places that should be
focused on include hamstrings, lower back, and shoulders.<br />
A great
fitness tip is to experiment using different grips when you're
performing the bench press. You can target different areas of your chest
depending on where you grip the bar. You can even target your triceps
by selecting a grip where your hands are very close together.<br />
When
you're looking to increase your overall fitness and lose weight, give
your body adequate breaks between workouts. One common mistake people
make, is working their abdominal muscles daily. However, fitness experts
warn that your abdominal muscles should only be worked two to three
times a week, in order to promote proper muscle development and minimize
the risk of strain.<br />
These fitness tips should keep you going to
have a look at the fitness and slimming down efforts with a fresh eye,
focus on stuff that need enhancing, and increase the programs which are
on your side. Your goals have been in sight, now, you just need to stay
with your plan. Good luck!<br />
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A day spa offers relaxing treatments such as facials and massages
in addition to treatments designed to improve health and appearance.
When you visit the spa, you can start things off by comprehensive
evaluation and skin analysis. This will give the professionals at the
spa information about your needs in order for them to develop a
customized treatment plan for you so you can accomplish your goals.<br />
Some
people only look at a spa as a guilty pleasure, however; many spa
aestheticians state that a spa also gives an individual an opportunity
to feel healthier. Many spas offer procedures such as massage therapy
that result in many medical benefits. Massages offered at most spas help
to improve detoxifying functions and relieves stress. Additional
benefits includes and improvement in the circulation of blood and can be
effective in pain management, especially for individuals with
arthritis, muscle spasms, and headaches. It is important to note that a
massage is not a replacement for going to see your primary care manager
if you have experienced a serious injury.<br />
Getting a massage from a day spa can also be beneficial in the following areas:<br />
• Relieves excess water from the body<br />
• Increases range of motion<br />
• Lowers heart rate<br />
• Increases mobility<br />
• Relieves muscle tension<br />
New
and advanced treatments for acne may be offered at a day spa. You can
receive painless laser acne treatments from the spa that can even be
effective for those with chronic acne. This procedure results in deep
poor purification with the use of a vacuum combined with light. This
procedure works by extracting oil, bacteria, dirt, and blackhead from
deep beneath the surface. The light is painless and destroys the
bacteria that cause the acne. The new acne treatment reduces oil
production, improves texture, and diminishes skin discoloration.<br />
You
can also treat family and friends to a day at the day spa for an
anniversary, party, or birthday gift. You can purchase services such as
facials in conjunction with another service such as a deep tissue
massage for and overall relaxing time at the spa. You can also find out
if the spa offers discount packages where you can receive a once a month
service for an entire year at an affordable price.<br />
Probably the
most beneficial thing you will experience from you time at a day spa is
the opportunity to relax amidst beautiful surroundings. With additional
services such as permanent makeup, skin therapies and more, you will
greatly anticipate your return visit to the spa.<br />
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While searching for ways to treat vaginal yeast infection, most
women would surely stumble upon a most interesting supplement: Alaczen.
Indeed, unlike most treatment options specifically designed to aid those
suffering from Candida overgrowth, the previously mentioned supplement
does not eliminate infections by killing off microorganisms. Instead,
the supplement functions as a means of attaining a suitable microbial
balance throughout the vagina. Upon learning of such a fact, many would
surely have an important question in mind: is the previously mentioned
probiotic pill superior to its antimicrobial counterparts in terms of
bringing forth noteworthy outcomes?<br />
As
to be expected, some people would hastily assume that microbial balance
is just another marketing term. Those who spent time to understand the
need to maintain the abundance of the vagina's microflora would surely
claim otherwise. To explain, yeast infection is a medical condition that
often stems from the lack of natural microbes in the vagina. Given that
the body's natural microflora competes with Candida for both space and
resources, it would be appropriate to say that having a healthy natural
microbial population is the key to keeping Candida growth at a minimum:
preventing the latter from inducing burning sensations and unsightly
discharges.<br />
Despite learning of such an important bit of
information, many would still be uncertain as to whether taking
probiotic pills, particularly Alaczen, would be much more beneficial
than relying on antimicrobial creams and capsules. Simply put, such
antimicrobial solutions do not have the capability to prevent Candida
proliferation for long periods of time. Reducing the yeast's populations
without boosting the growth of natural microflora would merely allow
infections to recur: probably the main reason as to why those who rely
on antimicrobials to manage such a medical condition find it necessary
to apply treatments on a monthly basis.<br />
At this point, many would
surely agree that probiotic pills are much better treatment options than
conventional antimicrobial solutions. As to be expected though, most
women would still have doubts as to whether such microflora-boosting
supplements are really safe: they cannot help but wonder as to what
happens if certain microorganisms would suddenly increase in number.
While it is true that any excessive microbial growth has the potential
to trigger all sorts of diseases, one should keep in mind that probiotic
pills mainly function to replenish bacterial populations quickly: after
all, it is true that the most helpful microbes have rather short
lifespan.<br />
Without a doubt, taking probiotic supplements allows one
to enjoy three important benefits. First, one would no longer suffer
from various Candida-induced symptoms after taking the infection
solution for a short while. As also made clear, it would no longer be
necessary to worry about recurrent vaginal infections since probiotic
supplements truly excel in keeping yeast populations at a minimum. Of
course, by opting to take pills that contain friendly bacteria, rest
assured that one would not suffer from various side effects.
Conclusively, it cannot be denied that Alaczen outclasses all
antimicrobial vaginal yeast infection solutions on the market.<br />
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Sleep is important for the normal and healthy functioning of your
body. During this stage, your brain is more responsive than any other
organs. In some cases, there are also unusual sleep disorders you may
not fully understand. Most people think sleep apnea and insomnia are the
worst, but there are more. These include other parasomnias like
exploding head syndrome and hypnagogic hallucinations.</div>
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What is parasomnia?</div>
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Parasomnia
is a group of disorders, which involves irregular movements, emotions,
and behaviors. Some may also include excessive movement, speaking, and
other gestures. Some may even experience pain. These things may happen
as you are falling asleep, during sleep, or at any given point during
your sleep cycle. Most sleep disorders falling under this category are
dissociated sleep states, meaning limited stimulation between being
awake or experiencing rapid eye movement or non rapid eye movement.</div>
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What is exploding head syndrome?</div>
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It
is a rare and relatively undocumented parasomnia, in which the person
experiences a loud "bang" in the head. This loud sound is similar to a
bomb exploding, a clash of cymbals, or a gun going off. Contrary to the
name, most people who experience this condition do not feel swelling or
any other physical pain. Most people complain about the bright flashes
of light they always see when opening their eyes. Some people also
experience shortness of breath. It usually occurs just before they sleep
or coming out of sleep.</div>
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This condition usually happens to people over the age of 50. There are also more women who experience it than men.</div>
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What are the causes of exploding head syndrome?</div>
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No
one really knows the exact cause of this condition. Most experts
associate it with fatigue or stress. There is also a speculation of
minor seizures affecting the temporal lobe, or sudden shifts in the
middle ear. Other factors that may lead you to this condition are lack
of sleep, irregular eating, and excessive alcohol or drug consumption.
Researchers also believe this syndrome is relevant to irregularities in
the brain's stimulation system.</div>
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What are the possible treatments?</div>
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One
medication you can take is clomiparamine, a tricylic antidepressant.
You may also take some sleeping pills if you are experiencing sleep
difficulties. You may also need to monitor your diet and improve your
lifestyle to avoid other problems. Before taking any medication, consult
your physician to avoid complications and side-effects.</div>
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Another
unusual thing you may encounter is hypnagogic hallucinations. Most
people describe it as visual, tactile, auditory and other sensory
events. This may happen during sleep or when waking up. These sensory
events are very vivid and may be bizarre or disturbing.</div>
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People
experiencing this condition may feel like they are falling, and find
themselves jerking when they wake up to avoid hitting the ground. Others
may hear voices or feel submerged in the ocean.</div>
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Have you ever seen a full human skeleton either in photos or in a
display? Do you notice how there is a structure even if your bones are
actually just small pieces? For your body to have a structure, your
bones need to be connected to each other. If not, you would be just like
sack of metal rods that has no shape and structure.<br />
Your
bones are connected to each other by means of so-called joints. They
are tasked to provide support to your bones and to allow you to move
about. The joints make your bones movable to allow you to reach things,
walk and bend. But there are also joints that simply function to protect
your internal organs like in the case of your skull that protects your
brain.<br />
There are different classifications of joints depending on
the type of bone they connect as well as on the function that they
serve. For one, you have the immovable fibrous joints. These are the
joints that pertain to the bones in your skull and jaw. They are
attached to fibrous tissues. By their name, these are joints that are
not really allowed to move because the bones that they connect are meant
only for protection and support.<br />
The bones in your spine, on the
other hand, are connected through the so-termed cartilaginous joints.
Contrary to the immovable fibrous joints, cartilaginous joints are
partially movable. It means that they are flexible enough for bending
and other types of partial movements. Instead of fibrous tissues, these
joints are joined together by cartilages.<br />
Finally, you have
synovial joints. These are the connectors for your bones in your hips,
shoulders and elbows. As your synovial joints are considered freely
movable, they may also be found in your knees, ankles and wrists.
Synovial joints allow for more movements that the cartilaginous joints.
This is why you may notice that you can move your ankles and wrists in a
rotating manner unlike the bones in your arms.<br />
Your bones are
also connected to your muscles through tendons. This is why your muscles
can move along with your bones, therefore enabling them to aid in the
way you perform your tasks.<br />
It is suggested that you understand
fully all the types of joints that connect your bones together. This
would help you in knowing how prone you are to injuries related to
broken bones and misaligned joints. If possible, consult with your
doctor or osteopath who can let you go through different types of exams to check for the steadiness of your bones and joints.<br />
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Some people love winter. They love the winter season because it is synonymous with Christmas and fun family times.</div>
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However,
just like everything else, there are also negative effects of the cold
that the winter snow brings. For one, it impedes most of your activities
because it is difficult to move about in heavy winter gear.. You would
also find it hard to eat and drink your favorite cold desserts and
beverages. But probably the most dangerous effect of the cold is
frostbite.</div>
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When you get frostbite, it means that the cold has
already frozen the skin and tissue of your body. All the fluids inside
are already frozen until such time that a medication treatment procedure
can be used to try and counter the effects of frostbite. The condition
can affect any part of your body exposed to the cold season. They may be
your skin, fingers, toes and facial features.</div>
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Frostbite starts
with a burning or tingling sensation in the affected area. The sensation
can further develop to numbness when you are still exposed to the cold.
The worse that the cold develops, the more numb you get. This can
frighteningly continue until all your sensations are lost. Such is the
reason that most people immediately go to a doctor when they experience
frostbite.</div>
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A lot of your body parts are affected by frostbite.
Some of these are muscles, nerves, bones and tendons. Frostbite can
cause nerve trauma and infection to the different parts of your body.
When the cold weather has reached its way deep into your body, it can
accumulate fluids inside but numbs the sensation that they get. Your
skin will also turn an obvious color of white due to constricted blood
flow, too.</div>
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The cartilages between your joints that connect the
bones to one another are also compromised. When this happens, even your
movement is restricted because you would not be allowed to freely move
the affected parts of your body. Tension to the affected area can even
lead to losing those body parts. Imagine that parts of your body have
already turned into what seems like glass figures that can easily break
when they affected with too much friction.</div>
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Summer indoors can mean closing out the heat and keeping
unhealthy allergens in the air. Here are 4 irritants to be aware of and
some easy-to-do suggestions for minimizing them in your air.<br />
Mold
and Mildew Spores---In many places the humidity increases with the
arrival of hot weather. Normal coming and going from your home can't
help but introduce some of this humidity indoors. Wet swim suits, towels
can also provide moisture for mold and mildew spores. Residual moisture
from showers and baths can create a haven for these spores on tile and
walls in the bathroom.<br />
One of the best ways to reduce the moisture
in your air is to hang up wet clothes and towels immediately, use a fan
in the bathroom to dry out walls and tiles. Air conditioning will also
dry out the air consistently. If there is still a problem in places like
the basement an additional humidifier can be worth the cost to prevent
mold and mildew from becoming a problem.<br />
Dust Mites---Moisture is
one of the necessary conditions for these microscopic bugs to survive.
They need dead flakes of skin, darkness, and moisture to thrive.
Typically they are found in the bedroom in your bed under the covers.
They also thrive on pet dander. So a dog that swims during the summer
and then lies down on a favorite rug or pet bed can also be the perfect
place for them to breed.<br />
It is the protein in their feces that can
triggers symptoms in those with allergies, asthma and other respiratory
conditions. Children and senior citizens are most vulnerable. Since
these critters are killed by sunlight, letting your bed and your pet's
bedding air out before pulling the covers up again is good idea. And
washing bedding at least once a week in water that is 140 degrees
Fahrenheit or hotter makes it impossible for them to survive.<br />
Pollen---Many
folks think that once spring is over the pollen is gone. But if you are
allergic to grass and weed pollen you know that this is a nice thought
but far from true. Grass pollen is a potent allergen that comes along
with summer. Pollen is light and attaches to clothes, hair, packages,
and pets. So it is virtually impossible to keep this allergen outside.<br />
Assign
grass mowing duties to someone else, and let the pollen settle if
possible before venturing out in the yard. Vacuum frequently to keep the
floors clear of grains that make their way in on the bottom of shoes
and that have settled out of the air.<br />
Pet Dander---Another potent
allergen, the protein in these dead flakes of skin can cause flare ups
and in many a general feeling of discomfort. Pets that come and go from
the outside are great carriers of allergens. And shaking, running, and
climbing on the sofa or even the bed can mean you are constantly up
close and personal with the very irritants you are trying to avoid.<br />
Talk
with your vet about whether bathing your pet is a possibility. Washing
allergens and dander away can cut down on the number of irritants your
pet bring in, but it can also keep skin healthier and reduce the amount
that is available to be inhaled.<br />
All of these allergens are
particles of varying sizes. And one of the best ways to filter airborne
particulates is to use a high efficiency particles arresting (HEPA)
filter that can continuously remove particles as small as.3 microns in
size, with a micron being defined as one millionth of a meter.<br />
Taking
these simple steps towards insuring healthy air quality during the
summer months and throughout the rest of the year can lead to happier,
healthier, and more restful times spent at home.<br />
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Not everyone develops a straight set of teeth as they grow up.
Most people suffer from different problems such as teeth overcrowding or
misalignment. To fix these problems, you may go to orthodontic
associates for assessment and treatment. These professionals offer
several solutions for specific problems on your oral health. Using
advanced technology, dentists may give you the smile you want for a
price.<br />
Cheap orthodontics
may be a rare thing for some. Most people think getting braces requires
big amount so you can pay for the service. You may find affordable deals
on orthodontic treatments now that dentists are developing new methods
for easier procedures. Today, your may find other options to align your
teeth without the usual pain of wearing braces. Unlike metal brackets
that puncture the oral cavity, you may get clear removable devices.
Newer dental appliances eliminate the embarrassment from wearing wires
on your teeth.<br />
The appearance of the teeth may affect a person's
confidence. Getting the perfect set is a dream for many as it improves
the quality of their smile. People with better sets tend to be more
confident when speaking with others. Those with missing teeth may have
difficulty eating or speaking. Orthodontic associates may help in
correcting the gaps between teeth while realigning both the upper and
lower sets.<br />
Some people, on the other hand, may have problems with
overcrowding. They may have not lost their primary sets so their teeth
rupture out of the wrong spots. Orthodontic procedures may need to
extract some pieces to give way for perfectly straightened teeth.
Patients wear traditional braces to pull in or compress the teeth
together in a more appealing shape. Removing some of your teeth may
affect your jaw. Some orthodontic associates use non-extraction
techniques to prevent future problems affecting the jaw area.<br />
Incorrect
methods for orthodontics may cause temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain.
The forceful movement of the teeth due to ill fitting dental devices
affects the overall placement of the jaw. Other factors resulting to
this problem are teeth grinding and blunt trauma. People suffering from
this often complain about a painful clicking noise whenever they open
and close their jaws. Some may even experience lockjaw or the inability
to move your jaws open or close. Others may experience ringing in the
ears and facial pain.TMJ pain may develop into a serious and irreparable
problem if left untreated.<br />
When you feel like you are suffering
from the symptoms of TMJ disorder, look for orthodontic associates for a
checkup. They may provide the right dental equipment to fix your bite
and prevent teeth grinding. You may also undergo therapies to correct
the movement of your jaw.<br />
Looking for cheap orthodontics is much
easier online. You may find several packages and options for orthodontic
treatments. Dental services are affordable when the clinic provides a
good payment program. Find ones offering prices and payment modes that
fit your budget.<br />
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If you are a medical student, one of your first rites of passage
is acquiring your first stethoscope. This is very important because the
right instrument can definitely help make your life easier during
medical school. Choosing the right unit will enable you to finish your
work faster and better. There are many doctors that still use the
stethoscope that they bought back when they were just students. One of
the best stethoscopes right now that gets a lot of good stethoscope
reviews is the Littmann lightweight II S.E. stethoscope. Here are some
reasons why you this particular brand and model gets a lot of rave
reviews:<br />
It is lightweight -
after working a 16 hour shift, the weight of a normal stethoscope will
definitely be wearing down on your neck. It does not matter how
physically fit you are, working on the hospital for a very long time can
be quite tiring. The great thing about this specific Littmann unit is
the fact that you will really not notice its weight around your neck.
This is because this unit only weighs a total of 118 grams. It's like
you are not wearing anything!<br />
Tunable diaphragm - this is the most
popular feature of a Littmann unit. A tunable diaphragm means that you
will be able to easily hear high pitched sounds and low pitched sounds
inside the body of your patient. All you have to do is to use the
appropriate side of the chest piece and you are good to go. This feature
alone has helped revolutionize medical care all over the world.<br />
Easy
to wear - many doctors complain about how earpieces can hurt their
ears. This is because of the very hard pressure applied by stethoscopes
to their ears. After working with a stethoscope for a few hours, this
can really hurt the doctor. However, this is not an issue with a
Littmann. Not only do its units have soft - sealing earpieces for a more
accurate reading, they also have a very lightweight pressure that
ensures the comfort of the doctor at all times.<br />
Very ergonomic -
the ergonomic shape of stethoscopes also help in its comfortable use.
Doctors do not do any awkward movements in order to use this instrument.
Everything just flows naturally and very comfortable for them.<br />
Comes
in different colors and customization options - one of the best
features of the Littman line is the fact that it comes in many colors
and designs. This means you no longer have to compromise with the boring
black and silver designs that are available in other stethoscopes. With
a Littmann unit, you can do your job and still have some style and look
good while doing it.<br />
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