tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29853837320838099372024-03-13T23:18:53.534-07:00Health And Education ArticlesAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-11887867297178289342012-11-17T01:21:00.000-08:002012-11-20T01:22:10.462-08:00The Job Of A Hand Surgeon Is Vital<div id="article-content" style="text-align: right;">
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There are some careers and occupations that get more attention
than others. That's because some people see them as being more important
or beneficial. Take someone like a hand surgeon, for instance. In the
eyes of some, their job is not seen as being as beneficial as someone
like an ear, nose and throat doctor or a plastic surgeon. However, these
professionals play an extremely important role.</div>
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The
reason that the job of a hand surgeon is so beneficial is because of
how vital the hands are to people's everyday lives. Without the use of
these body parts, many seemingly mundane tasks would all of a sudden
become extreme challenges or impossibilities. Now, there are rare and
extraordinary cases where people have been able to overcome these
challenges by utilizing other body parts in their place. However, this
is not the norm. People, in general, need the use of their hands more
than they realize. For some, they don't come to this realization until
it's too late. This goes to show why a hand surgeon is so beneficial.</div>
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Without
the help of these specialists, many people would have to go through
life struggling to do things like typing, writing, playing basketball or
even washing dishes. These are activities that are many times taken for
granted by the average person. In actuality, some people dread having
to do some of the aforementioned tasks. This is especially true of
writing, typing and washing dishes. However, they might change their
perception about these duties if they think about how their life would
be if they were one day unable to participate in them.</div>
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In most
cases, people in these situations would be almost totally dependent on
others. This may be okay for people who are used to this type of
lifestyle, but it can be really difficult for those who are used to
being more independent. In their cases, they may feel a sense of
overwhelming embarrassment. This isn't because there's something wrong
with getting help or assistance when needed. The issue comes in when
someone isn't used to having a personal assistant, so to speak. In other
words, their pride could get the best of them. This isn't to say that
people who depend on others in this capacity are inferior. It just shows
how difficult it can be for some people to mentally adjust to certain
life changes.</div>
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The job of a hand surgeon should be appreciated just
as much as other medical professions. These professionals help people
regain the mobility and use of their hands, which are extremely
important parts of the body.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-86107720314889744912012-11-03T01:21:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:21:22.013-08:00Genetically Modified Foods <div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Based on information compiled by the Label GMOs Grassroots Committee, the following are facts we all need to keep in mind to protect our health and to make informed political decisions:<br />
GMO Fact #1<br />
Genetically
Modified Organisms (GMOs) are laboratory creations of agricultural
biotechnology engineered by forcing DNA from a foreign species into
plants or animals. This foreign DNA may be from a virus, bacteria such
as E. coli, insects, animals or humans, resulting in traits that would
not occur naturally.<br />
Upwards of 70 percent of supermarket foods in
the U.S. contain GMOs. While 50 other countries including the entire
European Union require labeling of GMOs, the U.S. does not.<br />
GMO Fact #2<br />
Animal
studies have shown GMOs cause infertility, accelerated aging,
dysfunctional insulin regulation, changes in major organs and the
gastrointestinal system, and immune problems such as asthma, allergies,
and inflammation. As a result of these studies, the American Academy
of Environmental Medicine has called for a moratorium on GMOs. The
FDA's own scientists warned that GMOs have serious health hazards, but
no safety studies are required. Europe has rejected GMOs due to health
effects.<br />
GMO Fact #3<br />
GM food poses higher risks for children
- In feeding studies, adolescent rats showed damaged immune systems and
digestive function; smaller brains, livers, and testicles; atrophy of
the liver; and pre-cancerous cell growth in the intestines after only 10
days of GM feed. One study showed that offspring of rats fed GM soy
died within three weeks. Bt toxin, a pesticide that has been engineered
into GM corn, has been found in the placenta of pregnant women and and
in fetuses. In newborns, since the blood-brain barrier is not yet
developed, scientists speculate these toxins may enter the brain and
cause serious cognitive problems such ADHD and autism.<br />
GMO Fact #4<br />
Agricultural
bio-tech companies have undue influence on government institutions that
are supposed to regulate them to protect public health. Many
former Monsanto executives are now in the FDA and USDA. Michael Taylor,
former VP and attorney for the biggest GMO company, Monsanto, is now the
Deputy Commissioner at the FDA. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas
is a former Monsanto attorney. Agritech companies give generous campaign
contributions and use heavy lobbying to politicians. The FDA has chosen
to disregard strong warnings of its own scientists and allowed GMOs in
our food supply without any health studies or even labeling.<br />
GMO Fact#5<br />
GMOs offer no benefits to consumers or farmers
. GMOs do not provide higher yields, are not more drought tolerant than
conventional crops, are less nutritious, and do not taste better. Many
GM crops are created to increase tolerance to herbicides, which
encourages more herbicide use and increases agritech profits. Because GM
plants are engineered to produce sterile seed, farmers must purchase
new seed every year. Farmers who do not use GM seed and whose fields
become contaminated by GMOs have lost their livelihood due to lawsuits
from agritech companies.<br />
GMO Fact #6<br />
Overuse of herbicide on GM crops has led to
super-weeds that require super-toxic herbicides, increased incidence of
deadly plant diseases, degradation of the soil, and pollution of
waterways.<br />
GMO Fact #7<br />
GMOs are widespread in our food supply.
U.S. supermarkets sell products containing unlabeled ingredients from
genetically engineered soybeans, sugar beets, corn, canola and
cottonseed. Genetically engineered Hawaiian papaya, zucchini and crook
neck squash are also sold in the U.S. The bovine growth hormone rBGH is
genetically engineered. Livestock are routinely raised on feed
containing GM soy, corn and cottonseed. The FDA has recently deregulated
GM alfalfa, a common feed crop for dairy cattle. The FDA is weighing
approval of GM salmon and a variety of other foods.<br />
GMO Fact #8<br />
GMOs could be contributing to the increases seen in childhood food allergies, asthma and autism,
which have risen dramatically over the past 15 years since GMOs were
introduced. The process of creating GMOs can increase levels of existing
allergens, or introduce new allergens. GMO animal feeding studies show
immune dysregulation, which is associated with asthma. The pesticide Bt
from GM corn has been found in the bloodstream of women and fetuses;
pesticides are linked to Autism via their potential to affect changes in
the fetal brain.<br />
GMO Fact #9<br />
GMOs can be avoided by using the Non-GMO Shopping Guide or choosing organic foods.
The most at-risk ingredients are corn, soy, cottonseed and canola. The
guide available at nongmoshoppingguide.com tells how to avoid hidden GM
ingredients, e.g. lecithin, modified food starch and high fructose corn
syrup. Certified organic products cannot intentionally contain any
genetically engineered ingredients.<br />
GMO Fact #10<br />
You can make a difference!
Here are action steps recommended by Karen Hudson, Sonoma County
Coordinator of Label GMOs Grassroots Committee encourages everyone to
do:<br />
*Contact <a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=2985383732083809937" rel="nofollow" target="_new">carighttoknow.org</a> to endorse, donate, volunteer, and get more information.<br />
*Watch "Future of Food," "The World According to Monsanto" or<br />
*See Jeffrey Smith's new video "Genetic Roulette."<br />
*Check out Nutiva's 2 min. video on YouTube: <i>"What is a GMO?"</i>.<br />
*Forward this article to everyone in your network.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-59024530773200163502012-10-27T01:19:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:20:08.629-08:00Plastic Surgeons Who Care About More <div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Plastic surgeons can be a great help to people with deformities.
Most people have seen children or adults with physical deformities. It
can be very difficult to look at. Perhaps your child points and stares,
and you feel your face grow red and hot. It is difficult to know how to
treat someone with problems like this.<br />
If
you or someone you love is at the point of being sick of the comments,
then perhaps doing some research into plastic surgeons is a good option.
Before choosing a surgeon, you will want to take several areas into
account. Some plastic surgeons may be all about perfection. Of course it
is good that a surgeon would always strive to do his or her best, but
when dealing with someone who had awful deformities, the goal is to
remove the deformity, and help the person have a normal life.<br />
Plastic
surgeons should be well versed in knowing how to counsel people. An
individual who has been teased most of their life for something they
could not help has some scars. It is important to find a surgeon who is
empathetic and able to help the individual recover from the difficult
time they had early on.<br />
Another important qualification for
plastic surgeons if you are looking for one is that he or she is
qualified through experience and education. Education alone is not
enough to make someone qualified. It is okay if much of the experience
was in a residence program, but they should definitely have had a good
amount of hands-on experience in reconstructive surgery before you
should hire them to take care of a deformity.<br />
You should also
consider the cost of hiring a highly skilled physician. Depending on
your situation, you may be able to get help financially. It is important
to look into this before starting out. If you are able to get help,
then it may cover the entire bill. Sometimes insurance will not cover
surgeries that seem cosmetic, but when it comes to a deformity from
birth, an accident, or some other problem like this then they may
reconsider. Make sure to check with your insurance to see if your
problem will be covered.<br />
Do not go another day dealing with your
deformity without taking action. Perhaps you believe you have accepted
it. Even so, if you have the opportunity for a more normal life, you
should consider it.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-90513886800870604722012-10-20T01:18:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:19:10.940-08:00Pregnancy Week 11 Development<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
What Happens Inside the Body
<br />As time passes by, your baby continues to grow and develop in such a
rapid and impressive rate. By this week, the fingernails, ovaries and
hair follicles are developing. Ears are nearly in their final shape,
with feet and hands on their distinct shapes. The baby's tongue, nipples
and palate as well as the fingers and toes are now becoming visible.
This means that the webbed fingers and toes have now disappeared.<br />
This
week, the size of your baby's head is not proportion with his body. The
head actually takes almost half of the entire body size. The blood
begins to circulate in the body and the baby weighs around 7 grams.
Using a Doppler device, your baby's heartbeat can now be detected.<br />
What Can You Expect This Week
<br />By this time, you should expect morning sickness to be more intense.
You tend to get hungry most of the time because you're actually eating
for two. Since your body is working very hard in supplying your baby's
needs, fatigue and extreme tiredness are most likely to be experienced.<br />
Pregnancy
symptoms which have been manifesting for several weeks continue to show
this week. These pregnancy symptoms include food cravings, food
aversions, excessive saliva, nausea, vomiting, frequent urination and
breast tenderness. Other symptoms include bloating and occasional
faintness, dizziness and headaches.<br />
Spinach for Good Health
<br />According to research, spinach is one of the best foods to eat
during pregnancy. This vegetable is fortified with essential nutrients
that are beneficial in enhancing the baby's growth and development.
Three cups of spinach everyday can supply the required amount of folic
acid for pregnant women everyday. Spinach is also said to contain high
levels of nutrients that are beneficial for lactating mothers as they
help improve the quality of milk.<br />
Spinach is beneficial to the
body as it serves as the powerhouse of nutrients such as beta carotene,
folate, potassium, zinc, copper and manganese. Its potassium content is
beneficial in regulating the level of blood pressure and heart rate.
Zinc regulates the growth and development of humans and controls sperm
generation, nucleic acid synthesis and digestion. Spinach is also a good
source of iron which plays an essential role in the production of red
blood cells.<br />
This green vegetable also contains Vitamin K which
plays a vital role in strengthening the bones by enhancing its bone
building activity. It even helps in preventing the development of
Alzheimer's disease. In fact, spinach is considered as one of the
richest sources of Vitamin K. Meanwhile, spinach makes a good source of
Vitamin C which is a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin C is beneficial in
increasing the body's resistance against diseases.<br />
This vegetable
is also a good source of lutein, zeaxanthin, vitamin C, flavonoids and
antioxidants which are known for their abilities to protect the body
against diseases. Its zeaxanthin component is useful in preventing the
onset of macular degeneration in elderly. This leafy vegetable also
offers B vitamins which include pyridoxine, riboflavin, thiamine and
niacin which are very useful to the body. Its beta carotene and
zeaxanthin contents eliminates free radicals which when left unchecked
can trigger the development of certain types of cancer.<br />
Folate is
exceptionally important during this crucial stage. Research reveals that
spinach is packed with folate or folic acid. Insufficient level of
folic acid in the body increases the baby's risk for neural tube defects
including spina bifida, cleft palate and cleft lip. Lack of folate in
the body also increases the mother's risk to suffer from megloblastic
anaemia, diarrhoea, tiredness, weight loss and shortness of breath.<br />
Spinach
is actually an excellent source of beta carotene which the body
converts into Vitamin A. This vitamin is essential for the development
of the foetus and in breastfeeding. It also aids in optimizing the
development of the foetus, maturation as well as in lung development.
Aside from its manganese and potassium content which are essential in
promoting heart health, spinach also contains anti-inflammatory
properties which help in preventing the onset of asthma, osteoporosis,
migraines, headaches and arthritis.<br />
Spinach is also important even
after birth. This vegetable makes an excellent source of
phytonutrients, vitamins, minerals and amino acids which are
exceptionally important for the child's development.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-7022622321934008852012-10-13T01:17:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:18:07.838-08:00Attributes to Consider When You Hire a Plastic Surgeon<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
A plastic surgeon should be someone who has a good educational
background and experience in a broad variety of areas in his or her
field. They should also be well-versed in working with people so that
individuals can be counseled to make wise decisions.<br />
No
matter what the reason is for needing a plastic surgeon, you should
look for one with attributes that you would want in any medical
professional. It is important for a plastic surgeon to have a broad
educational and experiential background in their field. It is also
important for them to have experience and aptitude as a counselor to
help the people whom they treat.<br />
Finding a plastic surgeon for
your desired procedure is probably the most important part of the entire
process. Each professional does things a little bit differently, and
some have their own techniques that they have developed for certain
procedures. As you research the particular procedure that you want, you
would be wise to find a surgeon who has developed new and affective ways
of doing things.<br />
When you find someone who has a new way of doing
an old surgery, make sure to check their educational and experiential
background. Find out where they went to school and where they have
worked. Make sure that they have worked in a surgical capacity for a
number of years and that they have specifically worked a great deal in
the area that you are considering.<br />
The way a plastic surgeon deals
with people is also very important. It is impossible for him or her to
treat every patient exactly the same way because each one is an
individual that is there for a different reason. The professional should
be able to adapt to the different personalities and problems that he or
she encounters, and they should be able to counsel individuals to make
the right decisions.<br />
Surgeons in this capacity could end up
dealing with breast cancer survivors, burn victims, individuals
suffering from congenital deformities, and those who are suffering from a
lack of confidence due to their appearance. Each case will take a
different level of understanding and empathy, and each case will require
the professional to be a good listener to make sure that they and the
patient are on the same page. Sometimes it may take a while for an
individual to actually be ready to go through with a surgery. A medical
professional in this field should have the aptitude to be able to tell
when someone needs more emotional healing before jumping into a major
physical change.<br />
Whatever your issue, search for the right person
to help you as you seek treatment. You will not regret taking time to do
the right research and find the right candidates that are available for
your situation.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-21699120182217893782012-10-06T01:16:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:17:05.299-08:00Microdermabrasion To Achieve Healthy Looking Skin<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Microdermabrasion is a long word for a fairly simple procedure.
You have seen wood floors get redone. The old surface is removed, and
the beautiful new layer is revealed from below. It is the same idea with
this process. A device is used to sort of sand off that old skin that
has been negatively affected by the sun, the environment, and your age.<br />
This
is not an invasive procedure. It can actually be done at a spa or by a
dermatologist. If you think that your skin no longer has the glow that
it once had, then perhaps Microdermabrasion would be a good option.<br />
The
actual process will take around twelve visits, and then you might need
periodic maintenance visits after this. The good thing about this option
versus plastic surgery is that there is really no recovery for it.<br />
Youthful
skin is something most women desire to keep. The difficulty is that
many women spent their younger years sunbathing, and now their skin is
suffering because of it. Using sunscreen will help with this. Smoking is
another reason for skin aging. If you smoke, you should seriously
consider stopping if you are going to get Microdermabrasion. It will do
no good to get this process done and continue doing one of the things
that is causing your problem.<br />
Your skin is the largest organ in
your body. It is a very busy one too. It filters out toxins through your
sweat, and it keeps the rest of your organs and skeletal system all
together as a unit. It is easy to neglect your skin because it is just
there, and it does not seem to be doing much. The reason it gets the
most wear and tear however, is because it does do a lot.<br />
Maybe you
have a birthday or anniversary coming up. Rather than get another piece
of jewelry or a new outfit, suggest to a loved one that you would like
to go to a spa. This is a great option for a gift for yourself or
someone else.<br />
Taking care of your skin takes work.
Microdermabrasion will make it easier for you to look young. If you are
definitely interested in having Microdermabrasion, take the time to look
in your area for a spa or dermatologist that does this process. You may
have to shop around for a good price or get a referral for a
dermatologist, but you should be able to find someone that will help you
rejuvenate your skin.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-85435269684242677032012-09-29T01:16:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:16:16.898-08:00Septoplasty To Improve Breathing Problems<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
It is estimated that almost 80% of people suffer from a deviated
nasal septum and Septoplasty is one treatment which has been helping
them overcome the problems caused by it. Nasal septum is a wall like
lining in the nose which separates the cavities of the nose into two
equal halves. Ideally this wall should be in the midline of the nose
thereby making equal passages on the right and left sides. The nasal
septum consists of a central cartilage which provides support and is
covered with mucus membrane on both sides. If this septum is not in the
midline of the nose or is deviated, it can cause severe breathing
problems.<br />
Causes, Symptoms and Effects<br />
Nasal
septum deviation can be caused either through some injury to the nose
or it can even be present by birth. Excessive growth of the skeleton
system can also be a reason for deviated septum and cause the nasal
passages to be blocked. Some of the most common symptoms of a deviated
nasal septum are blockages in either one or both nostrils, obstructed
breathing, nasal congestions, chronic sinus, infections, bleeding of the
nose, snoring, breathing through the mouth, headaches and facial pain.<br />
People
suffering from deviated nasal septum often complain about breathing
obstruction, congestion, headaches and sinusitis troubles. This
deviation can significantly obstruct the flow of air from the nasal
passage as well as not allow a nose to be completely clear of the sinus
and mucus drainage. In extreme cases, the deviation could also affect
the outward structure of the nose causing it to alter shape and leave
the nose looking collapsed. In such cases, Rhinoplasty - a type of
cosmetic surgery is the only way to correct it.<br />
How Septoplasty works<br />
Septoplasty
is the most effective treatment for correcting a deviated nasal septum.
This process is conducted via the nostrils, thereby ensuring that there
are no bruises and no signs of surgery. The procedure involves
realigning the portion of cartilage or bone which is bent in the nasal
cavity. Local or general anaesthesia administered before the process and
an incision is made via the nostrils on the septum to reach the
affected area. It is ensured that there is sufficient cartilage being
preserved so that it can provide structural support to the nose. After
aligning the septum to the correct position, it is given a temporary
stability with the help of small plastic sutures.<br />
Septoplasty has
helped a lot of patients to completely or partially eliminate the
symptoms of deviated nasal septum. This procedure clears the blockage of
the nose passage thereby allowing smooth breathing and clear nostrils.
It also helps in avoiding any chronic infections or sinus that could
have developed due to the obstruction as well as provides a structural
support to the nose and preventing and facial damage<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-50665579762318242142012-09-22T01:14:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:15:08.128-08:00The Awesome Effects of Teeth Whitening<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Your smile is one of the first things noticeable about you.
Whenever you talk, laugh, eat, or smile, your mouth is exposed to the
public. This is why you want your mouth to look its best. When your
smile needs to be corrected, brightening can be a great way to solve
problems. This is why teeth whitening services are available. Every
person deserves to feel happy and confident about their dental health.
And now there is a way to keep your choppers looking as fresh and
polished as possible. You will be impressed by their new look, and
others will admire your style.<br />
There
are so many products nowadays that promise to give people lighter and
brighter smiles. This includes brightening strips, mouth washes, tooth
pastes, and other formulas. Most of the times these products fail to
deliver. None of them offer lasting results. This is why it is best to
only trust professionals to provide the teeth whitening services that
you deserve. A dentist will know exactly the right process that each
individual needs to correct those embarrassing dental flaws. Bleaching
is exactly what many people need to give their smiles that extra boost
that they need. Individuals go to great lengths to achieve these effects
on their own. But a skilled dentist will know how to do this in the
safest and most effective way possible.<br />
There are many causes of
stained and dull choppers. Excessive consumption of certain foods or
drinks can cause the smile to darken. Take for instance coffee, tea, and
other beverages. When you drink these beverages every single day
without properly brushing right after, there will be stains. Of course
other bad habits like smoking or chewing tobacco can cause terrible
staining as well. Brown or yellow teeth are indeed considered
unattractive and even gross! This can all be resolved with teeth
whitening services as well as better hygiene practices. Dental
professionals will place the perfect formula of peroxide and gel onto
the choppers and then magic will take place. You can leave your
appointment with a brand new and beautiful smile!<br />
There is nothing
wrong with having a fresh and healthy looking mouth. When your smile is
yellowish, people may assume that you just don't practice good hygiene,
or refuse to get dental care. A discolored smile also takes away from
your overall beauty. And most of all, you will feel ashamed,
unattractive, and unconfident. There is no time to feel this way when
there's a great big world out there and so much to smile about! Teeth
whitening can be the end to the simple issue of discoloration.<br />
Whether
it's smiling, laughing, talking, or kissing a significant other, it's
important that your choppers look fresh and clean. Now you can give your
smile the polished look that you deserve by getting brightening work.
This process is safe, harmless, and pain free. It is definitely worth
the cheap cost that it is. Enhance your natural beauty by scheduling an
appointment today.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-12480708351835048442012-09-15T01:13:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:13:52.722-08:00Fire Ways to Improve Your Health in Your 40s<div style="text-align: justify;">
Reaching the age of 40 is a milestone in your life and this is also a
transition period for many of them as far as their body and health is
concerned. It's important to make wise choices in terms of nutrient
intake and you'll also have to exercise well to maintain your health in a
good condition.</div>
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Well, in this article, we have listed out <strong>top 4 ways to improve your health in your 40s</strong>, which can be followed by both men and women in general.</div>
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<strong>1. Eat a Healthy Diet</strong></div>
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The
first and foremost way to remain healthy, irrespective of your age or
sex, is to follow a healthy diet. Consume adequate quantity of
nutrients, including fibers that lower cholesterol levels, heart-healthy
nuts, fishes, and low-fat dairy rich in calcium. Unsaturated fats,
minerals, vitamins, and unrefined grains will decrease plaque
development on your artery walls, improve bone and muscular health, and
avoid spikes in blood sugar. Also, avoid eating foods that increase your
cholesterol levels as an increase in cholesterol level could lead to
heart-related diseases.</div>
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<strong>2. Exercise Regularly</strong></div>
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Regular
exercising is as important as consuming a healthy diet. Get yourself
involved in a regular exercise program atleast for 4-5 days per week at
moderate to intense level as this can help in burning the stored body
fat and reducing the risk of chronic illnesses.</div>
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<strong>3. Drink Adequate Quantity of Water</strong></div>
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Maintain
good hydration by consuming adequate quantity of water. Drink 16 cups
of water if you are an inactive man or 11 cups if you are an inactive
woman. If you are active, increase the amount of water intake further.
After reaching the age of 30 itself, you'll start losing a part of the
total water content in blood, fat, and muscle stores. Reduction in your
body's water content increases the risk of illness and diseases, like
high blood pressure, impaired brain function, and urinary tract
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As a part
of your daily activities, find some time to relax yourself in a way that
you would like to. This could be a relaxing walk, a midday nap,
meditation, reading books or anything else that you feel would distress
you. Too much of stress increased your tendency to store fat in the
abdominal region, which inturn increased the risk of diabetes, abdominal
obesity, and cardiovascular disease. So, take a short break!</div>
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Irrespective of your sex, your musculoskeletal systems will start
weakening beyond the age of 40, which in turn increases the risk of
injury and diseases in addition to reduction in the body's functional
capacity. This implies if you do not eat and exercise appropriately,
your daily activities and tasks will turn out to be much harder to
accomplish, as you age further.<br />
Women,
being the weaker sex, have to be even more careful after the 40s,
especially due to the fact that they'll be nearing their menopause. So,
when they step into the 40s, they'll be experiencing psychological,
emotional as well as physical changes. Physically speaking, their health
will start deteriorating to a certain extent, including the bones and
heart. So, it is vital that they pay more attention to a healthy diet
and stay active.<br />
<strong>Work on a Strength Training Program</strong><br />
Follow
with a strength training program at least 2 to 3 days in a week to
maintain your muscle strength, muscle mass, and bone health.
Irrespective of whether you are a male or female, you'll start losing
muscle after the age of 30 or so; gradually, you'll lose out almost 25%
of your muscular strength and muscle mass by the age of 70. So, initiate
such strength training programs to stay fit and healthy.<br />
<strong>Stretch Your Muscles</strong><br />
As
you age, the connective tissues of the joints lose their properties of
elasticity, which inturn reduces your motion range and increased injury
risks. So, stretch out your muscles at least on 2 to 4 day in a week,
especially after your aerobic exercises. Perform 2-4 repetitions for
each stretch, holding on to every stretch for around 10- 30 seconds.
This can help in improving elasticity of the connectivity tissues.<br />
<strong>Regular Health Screenings</strong><br />
After
the age of 40, it is important to visit your healthcare provider
regularly and get screened for the common illnesses like blood sugar
levels, cholesterol levels, and blood pressure. This can help you to
find the illness at an earlier stage and follow necessary medications
and diet to get them back to normal levels instead of waiting for the
symptoms to show up.<br />
<strong>Get Enough of Sleep</strong><br />
Getting
enough of sleep is as important as a proper diet and exercise. If you
are trying to reduce your sleeping time to balance with your work
schedule, it is bound to have a bad impact on your health and mood.<br />
So,
make sure that you get at least 8 hours of sleep daily. Make it a habit
to go to bed at around the same time and wake up at the same time each
day.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14004115474140034954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2985383732083809937.post-29958401504374373422012-09-01T01:11:00.000-07:002012-11-20T01:12:00.112-08:00Accomplish The Fitness Goals That You Have Set!<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Many people find that boosting their fitness levels is difficult
to do. Getting fit doesn't necessarily have to be an impossible
challenge, though! With a couple of changes to your life, it's possible
to obtain your fitness goals.<br />
Build
the strength of your thigh muscles so as to get stronger knees. Torn
kneecap ligaments are a common sports injury. To keep your knees safe it
is crucial to include exercises for both your quads and hamstrings.
Examples of exercises to accomplish this are leg extensions along with
leg curls.<br />
When you are giving your biceps a workout, be sure to
try bending your wrists because this can make your biceps work harder.
Extend your wrists backwards a little and do the exercise from this
position. Though it may feel slightly uncomfortable, you will adapt.<br />
If
you want to improve your health and fitness, you have to develop an
exercise plan that you can easily and willingly incorporate into your
lifestyle. Making exercise a priority is as important as writing down
the goals you wish to achieve in your fitness program.<br />
Lifting
weights is one way that people try to become fit. There are actually
only six exercises you need to employ to work all of the major muscle
groups in your body. They include regular and handstand push-ups,
bridges, squats, leg raises and pull ups.<br />
Want to boost your
workouts? It is beneficial to stretch if you are going o build muscle.
Between each set of exercises, take twenty to thirty seconds to stretch
the muscle that you just worked. Stretching for a brief period is all
you need to do to get the most out of your workout.<br />
Try using
barbells or dumbbells on the bench to get fit. To get the most out of
these kinds of exercises, to need the right bench. If you can feel the
wood behind you, find a different one. Your spine gets weakened if you
use this type of a bench.<br />
When working with weight machines, go in
order from smallest to largest. The smaller muscles in your body tire
more quickly than the larger ones. Therefore it is smart to start with
small machines or barbells before moving on to the larger machines. This
allows your small muscles to rest while you work large muscle groups.<br />
If
you are significantly overweight, spot training will not work when
trying to become more fit. In order to see any results happen from a
spot training routine, you should already be in good physical condition
and at a normal weight and body fat percentage.<br />
Create a schedule
if you can't stick to exercising frequently. Set a number of days during
the week that you will work out, and stick to that number. If you don't
have a choice about missing a workout, then you need to schedule one as
soon as possible and give your full attention to the workout.<br />
Exercise
isn't the only important aspect of a healthy fitness plan, stretching
is just as important. You should always warm up your muscles by
stretching before a good workout. This can prevent many injuries.<br />
Test
out a bench before completing any real workouts on it. Check out the
density of the padding and the stability of the bar. If you can feel the
metal or wood underneath the bench, then you should try and find
another seat.<br />
Improving your fitness level can take some time and
efforts, but it is very rewarding too. You will look better, feel better
and have a better outlook on life when you are fit. Getting fit is a
great way to live life to its fullest and helps you accomplish tasks
more easily.<br />
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