Navigating the Path to Mental Health and Well-being

Introduction:

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. However, it's important to prioritize our mental health and well-being to ensure a balanced and fulfilling life. In this blog post, we will explore the various ways in which we can take care of our mental health and well-being, from self-care practices to seeking professional help when needed.

Section 1: The Importance of Mental Health

Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it is often overlooked. Taking care of our mental health can improve our overall well-being and quality of life. It is essential to prioritize our mental health and seek help when needed.

Section 2: Self-Care Practices

Self-care practices are essential for maintaining good mental health. This can include activities such as exercise, meditation, journaling, and spending time with loved ones. Taking time for ourselves and engaging in activities that bring us joy can help reduce stress and improve our mental well-being.

Section 3: Building Resilience

Building resilience is crucial for navigating life's challenges and setbacks. Resilience allows us to bounce back from difficult situations and adapt to change. Developing coping mechanisms and a positive mindset can help us build resilience and improve our mental health.

Section 4: Seeking Professional Help

Sometimes, self-care practices may not be enough, and it's important to seek professional help. Therapy, counseling, and medication can be beneficial for those struggling with mental health issues. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Section 5: Creating a Support System

Having a strong support system is essential for maintaining good mental health. Surrounding ourselves with supportive friends and family members can provide comfort and encouragement during difficult times. Building a support system can help us feel less alone and more connected.

Section 6: Mindfulness and Meditation

Practicing mindfulness and meditation can help reduce stress and improve mental well-being. Mindfulness involves being present in the moment and focusing on our thoughts and feelings without judgment. Meditation can help calm the mind and promote relaxation.

Section 7: Setting Boundaries

Setting boundaries is important for protecting our mental health and well-being. Learning to say no and prioritize our needs can help prevent burnout and overwhelm. Setting boundaries with others can help us maintain healthy relationships and reduce stress.

Section 8: Finding Balance

Finding balance in our lives is essential for maintaining good mental health. Balancing work, relationships, hobbies, and self-care practices can help us feel more fulfilled and content. Striving for balance can help us avoid burnout and improve our overall well-being.

Section 9: Practicing Gratitude

Practicing gratitude can improve our mental health and well-being. Taking time to appreciate the good things in our lives can help shift our focus from negativity to positivity. Gratitude can help us feel more content and optimistic about the future.

Conclusion:

Taking care of our mental health and well-being is essential for living a fulfilling and balanced life. By prioritizing self-care practices, seeking professional help when needed, and building a strong support system, we can improve our mental health and overall well-being. Remember to practice mindfulness, set boundaries, and find balance in your life. And don't forget to practice gratitude for the good things in your life.

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Mengocok lebih sedikit garam pada makanan Anda di meja dapat mengurangi risiko penyakit jantung

Mengocok lebih sedikit garam pada makanan Anda di meja dapat mengurangi risiko penyakit jantung

Menambahkan garam tambahan ke makanan pada frekuensi yang lebih rendah dikaitkan dengan penurunan risiko penyakit jantung, gagal jantung, dan penyakit jantung iskemik, menurut sebuah studi baru yang diterbitkan hari ini di Journal ofAmerican College of Cardiology. Bahkan di antara mereka yang mengikuti diet gaya DASH, intervensi perilaku untuk mengurangi konsumsi garam dapat lebih meningkatkan kesehatan jantung.

Ada bukti substansial yang menghubungkan asupan natrium tinggi dengan tekanan darah tinggi, faktor risiko utama penyakit kardiovaskular. Namun, studi epidemiologi yang menyelidiki hubungan ini telah menghasilkan hasil yang bertentangan karena kurangnya metode praktis untuk menilai asupan natrium makanan jangka panjang. Studi terbaru menunjukkan bahwa frekuensi di mana seseorang menambahkan garam ke makanan mereka dapat digunakan untuk memprediksi asupan natrium individu mereka dari waktu ke waktu.

"Secara keseluruhan, kami menemukan bahwa orang yang tidak mengonsumsi sedikit garam tambahan pada makanan mereka sangat sering memiliki risiko kejadian penyakit jantung yang jauh lebih rendah, terlepas dari faktor gaya hidup dan penyakit yang sudah ada sebelumnya," kata Lu Qi, MD, PhD, HCA Regents Distinguished Chair dan profesor di School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine di Tulane University di New Orleans. "Kami juga menemukan bahwa ketika pasien menggabungkan diet DASH dengan frekuensi rendah menambahkan garam, mereka memiliki risiko penyakit jantung terendah. Ini berarti karena mengurangi garam tambahan untuk makanan, tidak menghilangkan garam sepenuhnya, adalah faktor risiko yang sangat dapat dimodifikasi yang mudah-mudahan dapat kami dorong pasien kami untuk membuatnya tanpa banyak pengorbanan."

Dalam studi saat ini, para penulis mengevaluasi apakah frekuensi menambahkan garam ke makanan dikaitkan dengan risiko penyakit jantung insiden pada 176.570 peserta dari UK Biobank. Studi ini juga meneliti hubungan antara frekuensi menambahkan garam ke dalam makanan dan diet DASH yang berkaitan dengan risiko penyakit jantung.

Penelitian ini menggunakan kuesioner pada baseline untuk mengumpulkan data tentang frekuensi penambahan garam ke dalam makanan, tidak termasuk garam yang digunakan dalam memasak. Peserta juga ditanya apakah mereka telah membuat perubahan besar pada diet mereka dalam 5 tahun terakhir, serta menyelesaikan 1-5 putaran penarikan diet 24 jam selama periode tiga tahun.

Diet gaya DASH dikembangkan untuk mencegah hipertensi dengan membatasi konsumsi daging merah dan olahan dan berfokus pada sayuran, buah, biji-bijian, susu rendah lemak, kacang-kacangan, dan kacang-kacangan. Sementara diet DASH telah menghasilkan manfaat dalam kaitannya dengan mengurangi risiko penyakit kardiovaskular, uji klinis baru-baru ini menemukan bahwa menggabungkan diet DASH dengan pengurangan natrium lebih bermanfaat bagi biomarker jantung tertentu, termasuk cedera jantung, ketegangan, dan peradangan. Para peneliti menghitung skor DASH yang dimodifikasi yang tidak mempertimbangkan asupan natrium berdasarkan tujuh makanan dan nutrisi yang ditekankan atau dianggap sebagai diet gaya DASH.

Data kejadian penyakit jantung dikumpulkan melalui riwayat kesehatan dan data penerimaan rumah sakit, kuesioner dan data register kematian.

Secara keseluruhan, peserta studi dengan frekuensi yang lebih rendah menambahkan garam ke makanan lebih mungkin adalah wanita; putih; memiliki indeks massa tubuh yang lebih rendah; lebih mungkin memiliki konsumsi alkohol moderat; lebih kecil kemungkinannya menjadi perokok saat ini; dan lebih aktif secara fisik. Mereka juga memiliki prevalensi tekanan darah tinggi dan penyakit ginjal kronis yang lebih tinggi, tetapi prevalensi kanker yang lebih rendah. Para peserta ini juga lebih cenderung mematuhi diet gaya DASH dan mengonsumsi lebih banyak buah-buahan, sayuran, kacang-kacangan dan kacang-kacangan, biji-bijian, makanan rendah lemak tetapi lebih sedikit minuman yang dimaniskan dengan gula atau daging merah/olahan daripada mereka yang memiliki frekuensi lebih tinggi menambahkan garam ke dalam makanan.

Para peneliti menemukan hubungan menambahkan garam ke makanan dengan risiko penyakit jantung lebih kuat pada peserta dengan status sosial ekonomi yang lebih rendah, serta pada perokok saat ini. Skor diet DASH yang dimodifikasi lebih tinggi dikaitkan dengan risiko kejadian penyakit jantung yang lebih rendah.

Dalam komentar editorial terkait, Sara Ghoneim, MD, seorang rekan gastroenterologi di University of Nebraska Medical Center, menulis bahwa penelitian ini menjanjikan, dibangun berdasarkan laporan sebelumnya, dan menyinggung dampak potensial dari preferensi garam jangka panjang pada risiko kardiovaskular total.

"Batasan utama dari penelitian ini adalah frekuensi yang dilaporkan sendiri untuk menambahkan garam ke makanan dan pendaftaran peserta hanya dari Inggris, membatasi generalisasi untuk populasi lain dengan perilaku makan yang berbeda," kata Ghoneim. "Temuan studi ini menggembirakan dan siap untuk memperluas pemahaman kita tentang intervensi perilaku terkait garam pada kesehatan kardiovaskular."

American College of Cardiologymembayangkan dunia di mana inovasi dan pengetahuan mengoptimalkan perawatan dan hasil kardiovaskular. Sebagai rumah profesional bagi seluruh tim perawatan kardiovaskular, misi Kolese dan lebih dari 56.000 anggotanya adalah untuk mengubah perawatan kardiovaskular dan meningkatkan kesehatan jantung. ACC memberikan kredensial kepada para profesional kardiovaskular yang memenuhi kualifikasi ketat dan memimpin dalam pembentukan kebijakan, standar, dan pedoman kesehatan. Kolese ini juga menyediakan pendidikan kedokteran profesional, menyebarkan penelitian kardiovaskular melalui Jurnal JACC yang terkenal di dunia, mengoperasikan pendaftaran nasional untuk mengukur dan meningkatkan perawatan, dan menawarkan akreditasi kardiovaskular ke rumah sakit dan institusi. Untuk informasi lebih lanjut, kunjungiacc.org.

Keluarga JurnalJACCACCberada di antara jurnal kardiovaskular teratas di dunia untuk dampak ilmiah. Jurnal unggulan, Journal ofthe American College of Cardiology (JACC)— dan keluarga jurnal khusus yang terdiri dari JACC: Advances, JACC: Asia, JACC:Basic to Translational Science, JACC: CardioOncology, JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging,JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions,JACC: Case Reports, JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology and JACC: Heart Failure — bangga menerbitkan penelitian peer-review teratas tentang semua aspek penyakit kardiovaskular. Pelajari lebih lanjut diJACC.org.

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How Does Beard Oil Work?

By Ben Waple

So, you have decided to grow a beard and join the league of men who make heads turn wherever they go. Do not take your beard for granted because it's not going to be like Johnny Depp's or Ben Affleck's until you take good care of it. The most important thing you need to grow healthy and lustrous hair on your chin is beard oil. In this article, we will tell you how beard oil works.

Beard oil is essentially used as a leave-in conditioner, and it is created by mixing essential oils such as coconut oil, almond oil, argan oil, jojoba oil and so on. The oil is similar to the natural oil produced by your skin, hence it is easily absorbed by the hair and skin. So, this reduces the load on sebaceous gland to produce enough oil to moisturize the beard.

Works as an effective moisturizer: How does beard oil work?
When beard oil is applied on the hair, it reaches the hair follicles and softens them from within. This prevents the hair from becoming brittle and unmanageable. The protective coat of essential oils not only moisturizes the skin but also gives it a healthy luster. The skin also feels hydrated and less itchy throughout the day.

When you are ready to call it a day, make sure you apply a few drops of oil to the beard. This will heal the skin, moisturize the hair follicles and make your beard grow faster.

Prevents fungal and bacterial infections
The skin under the beard is usually sensitive and needs extra care. If your skin is prone to fungal and bacterial infections, you will need to use oil that can reduce inflammation and treat the infection. The skin has a tendency to become dull, dry and itchy. If your skin feels too dry, experts recommend that you apply beard oil two to three times a day.

Just take a few drops on your palm and massage it throughout the beard using your fingers. If you have a long beard, you may keep a small comb to run through the hair and ensure that every hair strand is coated with oil.

Has a therapeutic effect
The beard oil also has a therapeutic effect as the essential oils used in it are derived from roots, peels, flowers, berries, or even wood. When you apply a few drops on your beard, it smells really good and gives you more confidence to make public appearances.

Fights dry skin and beardruff
Anyone who has kept a beard at any time in his life knows the mayhem beard dandruff or beardruff can create. Supplementing the extra hair growth on your chin and the skin with essential oil helps in fighting dry skin. It keeps the skin feeling smoother and softer. It also promotes cell regeneration and skin revitalization.

Fights acne problems
A beard works like a shield for your skin against external elements and impurities. However, simply having a beard does not guarantee acne-free skin. To prevent acne and have healthy skin, you need to have selective carrier oils in your beard oil blend. If you have an acne-prone skin, then we would recommend that you opt for jojoba oil, coconut oil, or olive oil as the carrier oil.

For essential oil, you may use any of the following - lavender essential oil, rosemary essential oil, tea tree essential oil, cypress essential oil, bergamot essential oil, and oregano essential oil to name a few.

Treats eczema
Beard oil can also work from within to treat a skin condition called eczema. This is a chronic skin condition that is caused by skin inflammation. Beard oil containing essential oils such as rose essential oil, fennel, bergamot, eucalyptus, tea tree, chamomile, rose geranium, and lavender can help in treating eczema.

Conclusion
When you want a healthy and lustrous beard to add that special effect on your face, make sure you use the right beard oil. Knowing how beard oil works will help you choose the right mix of oils to heal the skin problems if any, and properly moisturize the hair. Make sure you apply a generous amount of oil depending on the size of your beard. Apply oil after a shower and also before going to the bed to allow it to work overnight.

5 Surprising Causes of Heart Disease

By Baburaj Devi

Heart disease is known as a silent killer. Most of the time its strikes unexpectedly or is detected at deadly stages. However, early discovery is the key. Besides the obvious causes of heart disease, there are additional factors you should watch out for. Here are 5 surprising causes of heart disease and how to prevent it.

Loneliness. While this sound like a clich�, there is an actual truth to it. Based on studies, the risk of heart diseases can go up at least 30 percent due to depression and loneliness. Unintended Isolation and loneliness can cause undue stress, high blood pressure and depression. When this happens certain brain chemicals also change, causing more damage to your body. It's important to have a good social support and to distress. Also, if you feel the onset of depression, its best to immediately seek professional help.

Regular Drinking. Regular alcohol consumption can not only result in addiction and liver illness, but hardening of arteries as well. Cholesterol level can increase as well. A contributing factor in heart disease. It is okay to drink occasionally, and do drink moderately.

Recurrent Flu. If you regularly have the flu, it's definitely a cause for concern and it is not just the flu itself. Being a viral condition, a person suffering from the flu can have a severely decreased immune system. That's why a flu often comes with a cough, cold and other illnesses. Unfortunately, a weakened immune system can be prone to heart disease because the virus can get in the heart valves and canals, which in turn will weaken the tissues.

Lack of Vitamin D. Vitamin D is an important nutrient needed by the body. A lack of the said vitamin has been known to cause heart diseases in some people. The good thing is that vitamin D is easily obtainable from foods like oily fish, green leafy veggies, egg yolks, orange juice and soy milk. You can have yourself checked if the vitamin D deficiency is severe. The doctor will likely provide supplements or vitamin D shots.

Diet Pills. Although maintaining a healthy weight is important, how you do it is significant as well. Diet pills, for instance, can cause more harm than good. Some diet pills have chemicals which can weaken heart muscles and block arteries and lead to heart diseases. Go the safer route: exercise and a good diet. It's the longer way to lose weight, but it's still the best. If you really want to take diet pills, consult a doctor. At least a medical practitioner can provide you with an informed choice and sound medical advice.

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Health Benefits of Calendula Tea, Oil and Flowers

By Adam Wanyonyi Ford

Calendula tea is a remedy for a sore throat; in the event of a sore throat, you can gargle calendula tea three times a day to relieve the pain. Calendula is useful on sore throats because of its ability to reduce the swelling and the pain.

Calendula is used to alleviate acne; washing your face every night with calendula tea, helps relieve acne. Acne occurs as a result of swelling of the sebaceous gland due to bacterial infection. Calendula tea has active anti-inflammatory agents that reduce the swelling and powerful antibacterial compounds that kill the bacteria.

Calendula tea alleviates blisters in the mouth or inflamed gums; either bacteria or virus may cause these conditions. The anti-bacterial and antiviral activities of the calendula tea will heal the sores. Moreover, the ant swelling properties reduces the swelling of the gums.

Calendula oil has wound healing properties. It speeds up the process of healing cuts and bruises.

Calendula oil is highly effective in reducing inflammation in any part of the body. For instance, swelling arising from joint related gout or arthritis is very painful. In such cases, applying calendula oil the joints alleviates the pain and inflammation. In cases of ulcers, a cup of calendula tea will soothe the sores due to their anti-inflammatory effect.

Calendula is effective in treating infections. The herb has antibacterial, antiviral, antiprotozoal and antifungal properties.

Calendula has some anticancer properties. Calendula oil has anti-tumour properties. Together with antioxidants in calendula tea can stop oxidation and irregular growth of cells. Beta-carotene in calendula also helps cut down the risks of cancer, Improves the health of the heart.

Calendula extracts Aids in digestion; Calendula oil is vital in maintaining healthy digestive organs. The oil in the calendula energises the release of bile from the gallbladder which in turn hastens the breakdown of food within the duodenum. Moreover, calendula has an inhibitory effect against common gastrointestinal bacteria such as Campylobacter jejuni that causes diarrhoea in children. Note that this herb can control the prostaglandin-E1. As such it protects the lining of the stomach and the intestines. Also, it restricts the adverse impacts related to gastritis, stomach cancer, and peptic ulcer.

Detoxify the body; a dose of three cups of calendula tea is essential in cleaning the organs of the body especially the liver. The herb stimulates the proper function of the gallbladder.

Essential in oral health; Due to its antibacterial properties, calendula is an effective mouthwash. As such it can be an ingredient in toothpaste and mouthwashes.

Improves vision; Due to the antioxidants present in calendula, calendula treats eye infections and enhances vision. Beta-carotene, the anti-oxidant responsible for improved vision forms the bulk of calendula. Calendula flower extracts have been useful in treating conjunctivitis. In this case, it reduces the inflammation and redness of the eye. Moreover, consumption of calendula tea dramatically prevents the development of macular degeneration and development of cataracts.

Reduces pain associated with menstruation; Calendula tea is known to reduce pain during menstruation. Abdominal cramping usually causes this pain. At this time, a woman may experience headaches, nausea or may even vomit. A cup of calendula tea will alleviate the above symptoms in the shortest time possible. Moreover, calendula tea is known to regulate the whole menstrual process. In some animals, it has been used to start the menstrual process. Due to its estrogenic effects, it reduces menstrual cramps and relieving breast tenderness.

Reduce cramping; Calendula extracts have anti-spasmodic activities. Individuals suffering from nervous disorders and those that have severe cramping during menstruation are advised to drink at least three cups of calendula tea.

Prevents muscle spasms; Calendula extracts are effective in preventing muscle spasms as they relax spontaneous and K+-induced contractions, which depends on the calcium channel blocking along with cholinergic qualities of this herb.

Prevent premature ageing; Restorative properties of calendula make it a tremendous anti-ageing food. The oil is marvellous at healing wounds, hydrating the skin and making the skin supple. It is very vital to include calendula tea in your diet. Moreover, calendula oil can be applied around delicate parts of the body such as the eyes to prevent puffiness. The antioxidants in the calendula prevent the ageing of cells by stimulating the flow of blood into the skin cells. The result is that even scars and wrinkles will disappear. For more excellent results, applying organic compounds containing calendula oil will do fine.

Cures rashes; Calendula oil is useful in the treatment of any rashes. Applying calendula oil on affected areas twice a day will return the skin to its natural condition within a short period. Diaper rash a common occurrence in babies. In such cases applying calendula oil will heal the skin due to its anti-inflammatory and cleansing properties.

Remove stretch marks; Calendula oil is a purely natural remedy to alleviate stretch marks. It is difficult entirely remove, but calendula oil is effective in healing and fading the damaged skin.

Skin issues; Topical application of calendula oil is effective in soothing the skin. Conditions such as eczema and dermatitis can efficiently be sooth by use of calendula oil. Moreover, calendula oil has been found useful in the treatment of ringworms and athletes foot.

Useful in treating insect bites; Most insect bites cause inflammation of cells. For instance, a bee sting may cause tremendous swelling. To alleviate such swelling, topical application of calendula oil lessens the swelling.

Antihaemorrhagic and antiseptic; Calendula flowers have extracts that stop bleeding as well as acting as an antiseptic.

Dye; Calendula flowers were used to make dyes that were used to colour fabrics. The flower dyes occur in brown, yellow and orange colours.

Culinary uses; Calendula petals were used to add colour to cheese and butter. In Germany, flowers were common ingredients in making soups and stew hence the nickname "pot marigold".

Remedy for varicose veins; a varicose vein is the abnormal swelling of the valves in at the back of legs. The valves in the veins swell and become flabby. Calendula in the diet helps to alleviate the swellings of the valves.

Let's live healthily!

Getting Rid of A Cold Sore - Natural Remedies and Medication

By Louis V Lim

Cold sores are frequently called fever blisters. The majority of cold sores are caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus or HSV-1.

The WHO reports that approximately 65% of adults aged over 50 are inflicted with HSV-1, and around 50% of American children already have the virus. The virus doesn't constantly show symptoms, and only around 30% of individuals with HSV-1 will show infection signs namely cold sores.

Cold sores often appear on the mouth and lips, but they can show anywhere on the skin, even the tongue.

Home Remedies

Immune-boosting, antiviral, and antimicrobial compounds are usually excellent for treating cold sores. Some remedies help reduce the transmission of the virus while others cut the possibility of more infections or ease discomfort and pain. Not all treatment works for each person, but various natural products could help lessen symptoms and inhibit future recurrences.

Natural remedies include:

• lemon tea and its compresses
• lip balms with no less than 1% lemon
• witch hazel oil, mint, and peppermint
• Aloe vera gel to soothe inflamed lesions while giving moisture.
• licorice powder, combined with petroleum jelly or water and applied to sores
• licorice root, with glycyrrhizic acid
• l-lysine supplements or lysine cream used as an immune booster and help in cell repair
• Echinacea to boost immunity, best consumed in supplement form or tea. Echinacea is available online.
• sage and rhubarb mixtures
• cornstarch paste, made with starch and water, 1:1
• milk, with l-lysine and antibodies

Vitamin E aids the body to repair damaged dermal cells as well as grow them. Food rich in Vitamin E include nuts, leafy greens, and whole wheat. Moreover, oils with Vitamin E are available. Furthermore, Vitamin C can increase white blood cells, which are mainly the infection-fighting cells of the body. Food rich in Vitamin C is frequently deep green, orange, or red in color. And these include tomatoes, peppers, berries, kiwis, spinach, and broccoli.

There are OTC medications available as well to treat symptoms of cold sores. Lots of them provide child-friendly dosages. These include:

• Orajel and Anbesol numb sores, reducing pain
• Zilactin and Abreva, both available online, may aid to cut recovery time
• Inflammation- and pain-reducing medications such as ibuprofen can help as well
• Rubbing alcohol and hydrogen peroxide keep the lesions clean
• Applying zinc oxide creams to scabs could kill viral cells that the sores release

Medication

Individuals with cold sores ought to seek medical attention if the infection does not improve in several weeks. HSV-1 complications are uncommon but highly possible. Individuals with weak immune systems ought to seek expert medical advice whenever recurrences are becoming frequent. Several complications can result when the virus starts to spread to other body parts. For instance, the virus could infect the fingertips (herpes whitlow) or the eyes (herpes keratitis).

Commonly prescribed treatments for cold sores include anti-viral tablets and creams. According to the British National Health Service (NHS), creams are usually only effective if applied when the sores first appear.

For treating cold core symptom, the doctor usually prescribes anti-viral creams and tablets. The British National Health Service states that creams are often only effective if applied as soon as the initial sores appear - which is the first outbreak.

Prescribed medications for cold sores include:

• Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
• Acyclovir (Zovirax, Xerese)
• Penciclovir (Denavir)
• Famciclovir (Famvir)

Louis V. Lim is a healthcare assistant and blogger who knows who wants to share information about Herpes and how to treat it.

If you and your loved one is suffering from herpes, then chances are you want to know more information about the disease and how to treat it. You can find such information in our FAQs Section -    Herpes (FAQs)

What Every Guy Should Know About Penis Warts

By John Dugan

When a man sees anything that comes close to resembling a wart on his penis, he might freak right out - and for good reason. Anything that mars the equipment not only has the opportunity to put a damper on his sex life, but the idea of genital warts can really make a man wonder where he got them, what it might mean for his future, and much more. It's important to understand this rather common penis problem and how to handle the issue of penis warts if they do show up.

How common are penis warts?

Though penis warts might seem like a terrifying ordeal, they are actually quite common. Skin warts are caused by HPV, an extremely common virus that most people will be exposed to in their lifetime. In fact, there are over 70 strains of HPV, and though most of them show up with no symptoms at all, some of them do lead to penis warts.

The good news is that penis warts caused by HPV are not a life sentence. In most cases, the immune system fights back and gets rid of the warts within two years of their first appearance. However, the idea of living with warts on the penis for two years can be enough to make a man look for treatment alternatives.

How to treat penis warts

As with most penis problems, the best way to treat penis warts is to visit the doctor. Once there, a few treatments might be recommended:

1) Prescription creams. Many men will opt for prescription creams, which can lessen the appearance of warts while it helps to shrink them. It will still take a while for them to disappear, but the time a man must live with them can be shortened considerably.

2) Cryotherapy. Men who have dealt with other types of warts, such as those that commonly appear on the hands or feet, will be familiar with this treatment. It involves the use of liquid nitrogen to "freeze" the wart, thus killing it. The wart will then fall off within a short period of time.

3) Electric cauterization. In this treatment, a man is given a local anesthetic to numb any pain, then an electrical current is applied to the area of the wart. The result is killing the wart and just as with the liquid nitrogen, the problem should clear up rather quickly.

4) Watch and wait. Though most men will not like to hear this as an option, many doctors will choose the "watch and wait" policy when it comes to penis warts. This is especially indicated if a man has other problems that might mean he shouldn't undergo treatments, such as an underlying medical condition that might make the treatments dangerous for him. In this case, a man will want to do everything he can to boost his immune system in the hopes that it will take over and eradicate the warts sooner rather than later.

When a man has penis warts, it's best to avoid sexual contact with anyone. This is because even if a man uses a condom, the HPV in his body can be alive and well on the skin elsewhere in the genital area, and that means he can pass the problem on to a partner even if they practice safer sex. HPV vaccinations might be helpful in lowering a man's risk of contracting HPV again. And if a man does choose treatments rather than "watch and wait" methods, he will want to avoid sexual activity during the time it takes the body to heal.

No matter the penis problems a man might face, it pays to keep the penis in excellent health so it can better fight off penis warts and other issues. This can be helped along with a powerful    penis health cr�me (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin). In addition to a wealth of vitamins and nutrients, a guy can also look for a cr�me that contains alpha lipoic acid, which helps fight excess free radicals that can lead to premature aging of the skin.

Visit www.menshealthfirst.com for more information about treating common penis health problems, including soreness, redness and loss of penis sensation. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous online web sites.

Type 2 Diabetes - Does Stress Play a Part in the Development of Diabetes?

By Beverleigh H Piepers

Type 2 diabetes is epidemic throughout the world, following on the obesity epidemic. Stress produces specific hormones which can raise blood sugar levels. Could this be at least part of the reason for the Type 2 diabetes epidemic?

In April of 2018, The Journal of Gerontology Series B: Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences reported on a study of lifetime stressful events, also lifetime stressful events from the Mercer University School of Medicine in Georgia and the Michigan State University in East Lansing, United States. A total of 7956 participants were included in the study. Stress-related events at the same age when a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis was confirmed, were recorded...

for individuals suffering recent stress, the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes increased 23 percent.

the risk rose 5 percent for lifetime stress, and

six percent for an increase in overall stress-related events.

Each level of lifetime stress, when compared to no pressure, was more significantly associated with an increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

From the above results, the researchers concluded stress was associated with the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Lowering the effect of pressure on the body could prove to be one way of preventing new cases of Type 2 diabetes from developing and warrants further investigation.

In 2013 the American Diabetes Association pointed out two primary ways stress could affect fasting blood sugar levels. One way has merely to do with behavior during stressful times. People under pressure from life's stressful events such as divorce, changing jobs, moving, or losing family members...

might not take adequate care of themselves,

not eat well,

eat too much or not enough,

not stay with a regular program of physical routine, or

not have enough or good rest.

The other fundamental way has to do with hormones. When our mind or body comes under stress, hormones get ready for the fight or flight response. The fight or flight response puts sugar and fat into the bloodstream to be used by the body for its protection or defense.

Hormones the body sends out into the bloodstream to cope with stress include...

cortisol - raises blood sugar levels.

Norepinephrine - released from the nervous system to affect the heart rate, breathing, and the force of skeletal muscles.

cortico-releasing hormone - regulates other glands to redistribute fat.

adrenocorticotropic hormone --stimulates ACTH from the anterior pituitary gland

endorphins - activate analgesic effects, making body able to cope with pain

Reducing stress will help you control your Type 2 diabetes because lowering your stress can help reduce high blood sugar levels. Beginning a program of stress management will give you more control over your life.

Although managing your disease can be very challenging, Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. You can make simple changes to your daily routine and lower both your weight and your blood sugar levels. Hang in there, the longer you do it, the easier it gets.

For nearly 25 years Beverleigh Piepers has searched for and found a number of secrets to help you build a healthy body. Go to http://DrugFreeType2Diabetes.com to learn about some of those secrets.

The answer isn't in the endless volumes of    available information but in yourself.

Can Whole Body CryoTherapy Help Me Deal With Chronic Pain?

By Lance Winslow

The opioid crisis in the United States is getting out-of-control, it has reached epidemic proportions and in some parts of the country the problem is so bad that nearly everyone knows someone who has the problem or has died from it. Nearly, everyone has an opinion as to whose fault it is. Many blame the victims or the addicted. Others blame the doctors for prescribing addictive pain killer medicine. Some blame big pharma, and still others blame drug dealers who sell street drugs to those addicted to continue their desire to stay in that state of being.

It's hard for us to realize that this all starts from severe pain, and trying to deal with it. If there was no pain, it is doubtful many would seek out the pain medication or be prescribed it in the first place. Now then, might I offer a suggestion in this article? Go ahead, read what I have to say, as I've been studying this issue at our Think Tank as we try to make sense of a viable solution to this opioid crisis that plagues our nation.

Chronic Pain is no fun. Living with constant pain isn't living a fulfilled life. Yes, adversity builds character, but how much more character do you really need at this point in your life? Just a couple of sessions of Whole Body CryoTherapy per week will significantly reduce pain.

Sure, one can learn to tolerate pain and build up a high threshold, or take expensive and highly addictive pain medicine, but since empirical evidence and research shows Whole Body CryoTherapy works, isn't it time you switched back to a pain free you? Don't hesitate, be great.

How Does CryoTherapy Reduce Pain?

CryoTherapy reduces nerve conduction velocity (NCV), allowing the individual to maintain a higher pain threshold (PTH) and better paint tolerance (PTO). Since your brain doesn't receive the signals of pain at a high level, it sends less reinforcement to the area causing inflammation. Inflammation causes more tenderness and pain, and the cycle continues, so by breaking this cycle, your body can heal without the pain or over-abundance of inflammation during the process. Whole Body CryoTherapy tends to be a much better solution than pain medication;

(1) It is not addicting; and
(2) The nerve endings are only temporarily muted, long enough to prevent near term reoccurring inflammation.

Although, the theory behind each method is somewhat similar, it's always better to use natural ways to get your body to a better place than to use synthetic pharmaceuticals to unnaturally trick your body into reacting in a certain way, especially when there are additional side effects to deal with.

Here are two pieces of research I used in preparing this article:

(1) British Journal of Sports Medicine. 2007 Jun; 41(6): 365-369.

(2) "Monitoring of whole body cryotherapy effects by thermal imaging" preliminary report Armand Cholewka, Zofia Drzazga, Meksander Sierofi. Published: Physica Medica Vol. XXII N. 2,. April-June 2006.

Lance Winslow has launched a new provocative series of eBooks on Future Concepts. Lance Winslow is a retired Founder of a Nationwide Franchise Chain, and now runs the Online Think Tank; http://www.worldthinktank.net

Is Marigold a Safe Home Remedy? How You Can Safely Use Marigold As a Healing Herb and Home Remedy

By Casey Stubbs

Calendula, or marigold, one of our most popular garden plants has some great healing properties. More than often Calendula is grown in our gardens just because we love this colorful, cheerful flower. However, this is a plant with some amazing healing properties that we often neglect to mention. The Latin name is Calendula officinalis but it is more commonly known as pot marigold, common marigold or garden marigold. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is likely to have originated in southern Europe. It has been a popular plant for such a long time its origin has been lost in history.

Healing Properties of Calendula

We are just beginning to appreciate the healing properties of Calendula. It is a herb which is quickly becoming more and more popular as an alternative remedy and is now being included in many products. Both herbalists and medical doctors recommend Calendula to treat anything from acne to difficult to heal sores.

Calendula Treatment of Psoriasis and Eczema

Calendula salves and creams have long been used by herbalists as popular remedies for skin rashes, inflammations of the skin and the treatment of delicate skin. It is also known to help to treat eczema as well as Psoriasis. As an active ingredient in some hair shampoos, it can be used to treat dandruff and as an effective treatment in the battle against scalp based eczema.

Calendula As an Anti-Wrinkle Treatment

More recently Calendula has also been added to body lotions and face creams to combat dry skin, and as an effective anti-wrinkle treatment. Many nappy rash creams now also contain Calendula as it seldom causes side effects, and does not dry out the skin.It is also useful as a cream to apply to sore or cracked nipples when breastfeeding. Calendula is known for its antifungal properties and can help to treat thrush in a baby's mouth as well as thrush of the mother's nipple.

Teenage Acne and Calendula

Teenage acne, and the odd annoying hormonal spot, also responds well to an application of Calendula ointment. Amongst its many healing properties Calendula can enlist anti-septic qualities which are useful when it comes to treating a range of skin conditions.

Can Calendula Be Used Internally?

Calendula is not so well-known for its internal uses. Most commonly it is now being used in mouthwashes but it has in the past been a popular internal treatment in traditional folk medicine. A tea was made out of the flowers, and this was used to treat ulcers, colitis, swollen glands and inflammatory pelvic conditions. Now it is more seldom used as an internal treatment but some herbalists still use Calendula to treat a range of internal health problems, as it is known to have very few side effects.

Products based on Calendula can be found in most health food stores, and a Calendula cream is an excellent addition to any first aid kit. It is often used in combination with other    healing herbs. More and more products containing Calendula extract are being launched as manufacturers of skin care products begin to appreciate this herb. This safe and effective but gentle herb deserves to be better known for its many healing properties.

Would you like to know more about healing herbs? If so, check out our fact sheet on other interesting healing herbs which you can find on http://www.plantbasedhealthylife.com

Diet Soda and Aspartame: The Unhealthy Ugly Truth

By Marla D Gates

Soda, diet soda, and other processed diet foods usually contain high fructose sugar or aspartame, artificial and synthetic additives, filled with GMOs that are poison to your body. No nutrients, vitamins, just unhealthy ingredients.

Many people believe that diet soda can help you lose weight but just the opposite is true. Diet soda or any processed diet foods that has aspartame and other toxic ingredients have proven to actually cause you to gain weight.

Need Some Proof:

Researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC) at San Antonio gathered 10 years of data on 474 participants form a larger group that was an ongoing study called the San Antonio Longitudinal Study of Aging. These participants consumed 2 or more diet sodas a day and their waist sizes increased 6 times greater than those who did not drink diet soda.
According to a study from by researchers conducted in 2010 from the National Institute of diabetes and Digestive and Kidney diseases found that the body's reaction to ingestion of artificial sweetener appears that it confusing the brain on how to process it, which also indicates that it is causing many other negative and unhealthy consequences in your body functions.
At the annual meeting of the american Diabetes Association (ADA) completely debunked the notion that drinking diet beverages is helpful to lost weight. According to their studies diet beverages with artificial sweeteners (aspartame) in causes an increase of 70% in waist size. They believe that using the term DIET is completely misleading. Further research showed that aspartame is actually responsible for raising blood sugar levels.

Studies have shown that soda contributes to many other health issues such as:

Osteoporosis

Diabetes

Heart Disease

Liver Disease

Cancer

Oral Health - can cause cavities

There are many reasons why not to drink diet soda or regular soda. So why not make today the day that you take the step to quit drinking soda completely and start living a healthy lifestyle

If you are trying to lose weight or just want to live a healthier lifestyle my suggestion would be to stop drinking soda, cut out processed foods, refined sugars, and simple carbohydrates.

Why not try eating real food that is organic or local harvest straight from Mother Nature. Clean organic whole foods can help reteach your body how to digest and use nutrients from healthy foods that God put on this earth for us to eat and stay healthy. We have to make a conscious decision on how we want to live and eat and those choices we make will dictate in so many ways how healthy our bodies are. Don't you think it's time to make some changes in your life and remember that your body is your temple!

Live organically, naturally, and be happy!

My name is Marla Gates and my mission is to help your live a healthy and green lifestyle, live naturally, organically.and help make this world be safer place. I believe strongly that most diseases come from what we eat and our toxic environment. Come join me in my venture and I promise you wouldn't be disappointed in the many tips and ideas on my blog to help you live healthier, natural, and longer life! @   https://organic4greenlivings.com/

Here's Why to Consider Natural Weight Loss That Effectively Works Wonders

By James Nussbaumer

For many years, how do you effectively lose weight has been the dilemma of many people not simply in the Americas but spread all over the world.

There are now a lot of diet plan systems and medications available.

There have been so many unfavorable feedbacks about most of these diet systems and medications.

Some are not as effective as they declare to be while some even have bad side effects.

People are today more and more seeking for how to lose weight naturally.

The professionals in diet plan programs are constantly having a hard time to offer customers the finest possible answer to: how do you lose weight?

Since the procedures are natural, this procedure is considered healthy and will really make you feel better and more satisfied.

Unlike the crash diet and "almost magic" ideas, these programs and medications offered today, will teach you ways to reach your goals in a proper manner.

This method will inform you the reverse of exactly what those undependable diet programs tell you; that you will help if you are going to religiously follow a long-term but healthy strategy.

Now, don't you think it is a lot easier to believe to a procedure which does not guarantee making you fit and attractive over night?

Natural Effective Ways Further Explained

What can you really do for answering to your goals even when you were thinking about obesity and surgery options?

- Discover ways to be crucial on what you consume. Prevent too much fried and salty foods.

- Online sites are also offered on the web as your referral.

- It is very important that you understand whether a particular food on your menu can be a prospective harm to your plan.

- Know what to consume

- There are lots of released, both online and prints, about natural fat loss.

- Read about all the different options.

In a previous session I discussed quick tips and joining forums to help support your efforts.

Participate on online forums

Yes, there are online communities and forums on the Internet where members discuss its advantages and the various resources which you can find to find success.

There are different diet sites and you can visit any of them so you can get answers for reaching your goals for being more fit.

You 'd be able to get suggestions and details about programs and tablets on such websites.

Don't believe in magic, because when it comes to dropping pounds, there is no such thing as magic.

Patience and determination are what you need to commit to.

Really, there are lots of ways for being fit the natural way.

You just need to understand the various resources that you have.

And after some time, you will feel the difference between the business diet plan solutions and the natural method.

It is since eventually, you will end up being completely fit while remaining healthy.

Yes, healthy since you are not restricting yourself with exactly what you consume.

I mean that, with natural systems and the knowledge they give you, means you do not deprive yourself.

You simply learn what are the best times and the ideal amount to eat.

And think about this before considering surgery, that irreversible fitness is the promise of reducing weight naturally.

That's right; you do not have to fret about not achieving your goals, after shedding those pounds.

The specialists in many programs are continually having a hard time to provide clients the best possible answers to their issues.

Considering that the procedures are natural, is the healthy way and will really to make you feel satisfied and secure with your body.

Unlike the trendy ideas and "practically magic" programs and medications available today, answer to, in an appropriate choice.

(I also suggest searching the net for reviews on ways to get fit, be healthy with stepping on the scale and smiling.)

To healthy and effective fitness and dieting!

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Type 2 Diabetes - Do High Levels of Magnesium in The Diet Help to Prevent Coronary Heart Disease?

By Beverleigh H Piepers

According to the journal Nutrients taking in a sufficient amount of magnesium in the diet could be one way of reducing the risk of developing coronary heart disease. The coronary arteries lead from the aorta, the most significant artery in the body, to the heart muscle, carrying blood with oxygen and nutrients.

In March of 2018, it was reported the scientists at ZGT Hospital and several other research facilities in the Netherlands and UK, found people who had been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and who took in high enough levels of magnesium had a lower risk of having blocked coronary arteries than those who did not take in high enough levels of magnesium.

A total of 450 people with Type 2 diabetes were included in the study...

the participants were aged between 54 to 72 years and had the condition from age 7 to 18. A total of 100, or 22 percent, had coronary artery disease.

the participants who had been taking regular amounts of magnesium compared to the lowest numbers had a 60 percent lower likelihood of having coronary artery disease.

For every 10 mg of magnesium taken in from vegetables, the risk of coronary artery disease was more moderate, although it was not statistically significant.

Typically people with Type 2 diabetes tend to have low magnesium levels because their body does not handle it in the usual way. Insulin helps regulate the loss of magnesium through the kidneys. People diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in its early stages have high amounts of insulin...

high levels of insulin cause more magnesium to be excreted into the urine, removing magnesium in the blood.

low blood levels of magnesium cause higher insulin resistance and higher levels of insulin, setting up a vicious cycle.

Some foods that supply good amounts of magnesium include...

spinach - 1 cup, cooked, 157 mg,

pumpkin seeds - 1 ounce, 74 mg,

chocolate - exercise moderation,

bananas - 1 medium, 32 mg,

beans such as black beans - 1 cup 294,

whole grains such as wheat and rice,

almonds - 1 ounce, 162 mg,

tofu - � cup, 37 mg,

oatmeal - 1 cup, cooked, 57.6 mg.

The Linus Pauling Institute in Oregon, United States, recommends a daily intake of...

310 to 320 mg of magnesium for women, and

400 to 420 mg for men.

Most people do not consume sufficient levels of magnesium each day. If getting enough in the diet is not sufficient, then supplements may be the answer. One 400 mg tablet provides an adequate dose for the day

Although managing your disease can be very challenging, Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. You can make simple changes to your daily routine and lower both your weight and your blood sugar levels. Hang in there, the longer you do it, the easier it gets.

For nearly 25 years Beverleigh Piepers has searched for and found a number of secrets to help you build a healthy body. Go to http://DrugFreeType2Diabetes.com to learn about some of those secrets.

The answer isn't in the endless volumes of    available information but in yourself.

Type 2 Diabetes - Treat Yourself As You Would Your Loved Ones

By Beverleigh H Piepers

Imagine someone close to you has been afflicted with a severe disease. You would feel awful; perhaps you would feel worse than if the disease had affected your health. You may feel their pain; you may pray for their well-being. More importantly, you may be ready to do absolutely anything you can to help ease their pain.

But let us say the disease can be handled, not cured but controlled. By working with a health-care team and with family and friends, you embrace every aspect of their treatment and help your friend live quite successfully with their disease. Let's say the condition is Type 2 diabetes...

you may provide your support and help them learn about Type 2 diabetes and how to better manage its effects.

you may help them put something they have learned into practice.

you may go out of your way to keep them accountable with their physical activity regimen. While you usually may not go to the gym, you may go with them because it will ensure they are getting the physical activity they need to help build their muscles and lower their blood sugar.

If you could treat the disease for them, you likely would.

Now let us take a step backward. Would you put forward the same commitment if the person diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes was you? It is not a trick question, and be careful with your answer. Would you? Often people are not nearly as caring or disciplined with their health as they think. In fact, we are much more likely to care about the health of those close to us. The reasons for this are not simple, but basically, it tends to come down to how we see ourselves. We know we are not perfect as we are perhaps selfish and thoughtless: this can cause us not to hold ourselves in high regard.

Why is it so many people will not take their prescription drugs as advised by their doctor? If they even get the prescription made up: a surprising number of people do not make it that far. This is not the case where our beloved pets are concerned - most of us will do absolutely anything we can for them when their health and life is at risk. Even financial sacrifices are made to ensure their well-being. Why don't we treat ourselves the same way?

No matter how "bad" you think you are, or how undeserving you feel, it is not right to treat your loved ones better than you treat yourself. The best favor you can do for your loved ones is to take care of yourself because you can add to their happiness with the knowledge you are as healthy as you can be. Your family and friends are likely willing to take care of you during any hard times, but more often than not, it is up to you. As hard as it can sometimes be, treat yourself as you would your loved ones.

Although managing your disease can be very challenging, Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. You can make simple changes to your daily routine and lower both your weight and your blood sugar levels. Hang in there, the longer you do it, the easier it gets.

For nearly 25 years Beverleigh Piepers has searched for and found a number of secrets to help you build a healthy body. Go to http://DrugFreeType2Diabetes.com to learn about some of those secrets.

The answer isn't in the endless volumes of    available information but in yourself.

5 Home Remedies To Beat Menstrual Pain

By Priyanka Maheshwari

Do you dread your approaching menstrual period? Does it make you irritable, give you cramps, make you weak and uncomfortable? Menstruating women deal with so many problems ranging from cravings to pain and body malaise. While you cannot entirely prevent these from occurring, there are home remedies that will help you tone down the extent of these menstrual problems and help you live through those five days like any other normal day. It's common to feel discomfort around your abdomen, lower back, and thighs when you're menstruating. During your period, the muscles of your womb contract and relax to help shed built-up lining. Sometimes you'll experience cramps, which are your muscles at work. Some women and girls may experience nausea, vomiting, headaches, or diarrhea as well.

* Hot water bottle

The dreaded effect of having your period is the cramps. No one wants to feel like someone is stabbing their abdomen multiple times for several hours. To get relief, apply a heat pack on your lower back and abdomen. The heat will help soothe some of the cramps. Applying Heat to your abdomen and lower back may relieve pain. A 2012 study focused on women 18 to 30 years old who had regular menstrual cycles found that a heat patch at 104�F (40�C) was as effective as ibuprofen.

* Get more Calcium

Cramps can be reduced by increasing the intake of calcium in the food. Remember to include dairy products or calcium supplements in your diet.

* Fish Oil

Fish oil is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and has anti-inflammatory properties. Taking a capsule of fish oil everyday helps keep menstrual cramps at bay.

* Chamomile Tea

Chamomile, an anti-depressant and nerve relaxant, is a life saver. Drinking a few cups of Chamomile tea helps in soothing your cramps and makes you relax during your periods. Massage therapy for about 20 minutes can help reduce menstrual pain. One study looked at women with period pain caused by endometriosis. The researchers found that massages significantly reduced pain immediately and afterward. Massage therapy for menstruation involves pressing specific points while the therapist's hands move around your abdomen, side, and back. Drinking chamomile tea increases urinary levels of glycine, which helps relieve muscle spasms. Glycine also acts as a nerve relaxant.

* Banana Flower

If you suffer from heavy bleeding, then include a lot of banana flower in your diet since it is rich in progesterone which can control help normalize hormones and stop heavy bleeding.

Stories of Hope: Child Receives Transgenic Skin Over Most of His Body

By Richa Verma

A child was saved from a life-threatening skin disease. The doctors replaced 80% of his skin made from his own cells. This is also known as transgenic replacement. This procedure shows the ability of the skin stem to cure a distressing disorder. This procedure helps clarify the way the skin regenerates.

Suffering from Epidermolysis bullosa, a genetic disease where the mutated proteins stop the epidermal layer of the skin from attaching to the dermis properly. This results in chronic wounds, blisters, immense pain and infections and many times it results in diseases that can be lethal.

The child suffered from a severe form of epidermolysis bullosa. The reason was a gene mutation of laminin b3, which controls the anchoring of the epidermal cells. He had 80 percent loss of epidermis. His chances of survival were small.

A biopsy was done to extract keratinocytes from undamaged epidermis. It was expanded in culture and then transuded with a retroviral vector carrying the healthy version of laminin b3 coding sequence.

These cells grow as a sheet and are expanded until enough sheets were created to cover the child's limbs and torso. Three operations helped cover the entire body. After a few weeks the cells that were transplanted proliferated to the wounds closing them.

The new skin stuck to the dermis and had normal morphology and levels of laminin b3. The skin had normal elasticity and wound healing action.

The transgenic skin showed how keratinocytes regenerates. Each month the human skin is replaced completely with new cells. But it is not known if this is the result of large number of potent progenitor cells or small number of stem cells which dominate the regeneration.

The presence of genotypes in the biopsy was a good sign. Patients with epidermolysis bullosa are more prone to cancer. By replacing the diseased cells with functional transgenic the risk is decreased.

There are many different forms of epidermolysis bullosa, including simplex, dystrophic and, junctional. Each is due to a different genetic fault leading to different building blocks of skin going missing.

For each person a different gene, different protein will result in a different outcome. If the treatment works the therapy can last a lifetime. The long living stem cells constantly renew his genetically modified skin. And the skin grows as he grows.

Transgenic stem cells can regenerate an entire tissue. This is good news to over 500,000 patients who suffer from epidermolysis around the world. It also is a blueprint to use genetically modified stem cells to treat many diseases.

A matchbook size piece of skin was cloned and modified for sheets of skin for the child's entire body. This regenerated skin does not require ointment. They reproduced as many cells as they wanted. This is not like grafting skin from one body to another. Previously only the only stem cells that have worked are the hematopoietic stem cells in blood and bone marrow.

This proves that cells are engraftable. The parent cell can reproduce and differentiate into certain cell populations for a particular organ.

This is the first indication that there's another cell population beyond hematopoietic stem cells that's able to do that.

Read more at   https://www.cordlifeindia.com/blog/benefits-stem-cells-umbilical-cord-tissue/

Tips to Help You End Up With The Best Dental Clinic for Cosmetic Surgery

By William Jam Smith

Choosing the right clinic for cosmetic dental procedures is the first step to ending up with the best services. The good news is that you will always find the best clinic if you take the time to do some research. You can use the internet to find out about clinics near you. You can also seek referrals from friends and relatives that have used services similar to the ones you seek.

That said, you need to consider some factors when searching for these services. It pays to compare what the clinics offer before settling on one.

The services offered

You need to find a clinic that provides the best possible services for you. They should be diverse and they should cover the specific problem that you have. The dental clinic should be in a position to provide the right solution for your dental issue. This gives you an assurance that you will get the relief that you are looking for from this clinic. This is only possible if the clinic has the equipment and facilities to provide you with the services effectively.

Consider technology in use

An up-to-date facility will utilize the latest technology in dental care. This gives you the certainty that the services will be fast and effective too. It will save you time and resources. For example, use of laser technology means that the process of teeth whitening will take a shorter time to complete. You will notice a difference after the first session of the procedure. Such solutions give you faster and lasting solutions. They are also cost-effective in the long run.

Sedation services available

The procedures, especially the complex ones, may require you to be under anesthesia. The clinic should provide you with the best options for these. Being in a deeply relaxed state enables you to undergo the procedure without any anxiety. You will experience minimal pain and most importantly, you will have a less traumatic experience. Having the option of sedation enables you to cope better with the procedures taking place. The dentist will also have an easier time completing the procedure with minimal interruptions or resistance from you.

Qualifications

The qualifications that the dentist has matter and you should check on the training he/she has. The experience is also important as it allows you to know that you are in safe hands. You will have less anxiety as you know that he or she will adequately take care of your needs. If the dental clinic utilizes modern technology, the dentist should have the necessary training and skills to handle the equipment. Some technology such as laser tech requires an expert hand. The dentist should have evidence of the additional training for this latest equipment.

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Proven Benefits of Fish Oil You Need to Know About

By Tapu Goswami

Consumption of fast food, deep fried snacks results in the accumulation of cholesterol in the arteries that led to fatal health issues like heart attack and strokes. These calorie-rich foods also have a significant contribution to the nation's increasing rate of obesity. Besides consulting a physician or shedding sweat in the gym it is equally important to include a healthy diet and maintain a systematic lifestyle.

Intake of cold water fishes like salmon, herring, and sardines rich in Omega3 fatty acids helps in eliminating LDL- low- density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol) and oil extracted from fish is considered as one of the potent sources of omega3 fatty acids. Markets are flooded with many omega3 supplements but it is always beneficial to extract from the natural sources.

Fish oil offers a wide range of benefits to many health ailments which have been clinically proven. Consumption of the oil derived from fish's liver helps in getting rid of depression, tension, arthritis, weight loss and many more. Let's talk about some proven health benefits of the oil.

• Lower heart risks: The oil is considered as the best caretaker of the heart. The Omega3 fatty acids help in combating the bad cholesterol which higher the risk of heart attacks and related disease and also help in maintaining the normal heart rate.

• Fights cancer: Being a rich source of long-chain omega3 fatty acids, fish oil has the potential to blunt the production of Cox- 2 derived prostanoids in cancer cells. The two components of fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) plays a valuable role in cancer treatment.

• Treats Alzheimer's: From various studies, it has been proved that the fatty acid in the oil is essential for proper brain functioning and its long-term consumption by the adults may prevent brain shrinkage.

• Anxiety: Oil from fish is considered as an essential food for the healthy brain development during the growth period of a human being because providing fish to the kids at this stage will keep them away from stress and anxiety.

• Depression: To get rid of depression and mood disorders oil extracted from fish works as a magic wand. This oil can fight depression and effectively improves emotional well being.

• Fertility & pregnancy: Research proves that mothers who included liver oil of the fish in their diet during pregnancy gave birth to the children with great problem-solving skills in addition with good hair and skin.

• Fight Diabetes: New research suggests that oil derived from fish is capable of reducing the risk of diabetes by reducing oxidative stress which plays a crucial role in the development of diabetes. That is why this oil is now prescribed in the diabetic diet plan.

• Good for eyes: Dry eyes are the most common problem today and the omega3 in the fish oil helps in producing oil in the meibomian gland in the eyelids which floats across the eye keeping the eye moisturize with the tears and prevents it from getting evaporated.

• Good skin and hair: The fatty acid in the oil extracted from fish nourishes the skin and keeps the skin smooth with an elastic texture. The fatty acids contain EPA and DHA which prevents conditions like dandruff, eczema, and psoriasis and is a much essential component in keeping the skin and hair moisturized.

• Weight Loss: Fish oil can magically help to get rid of obesity. The omega3 help in fat oxidation by breaking down the fat molecules into fatty acids and triglycerides thereby mobilizing the fat and also helps in building muscles.

• Improves immune system: Omega3 in the oil helps in enhancing the functioning of the immune cells. Salmon is the ideal fish whose oil and astaxanthin works as the ultimate immune boosting health food.

• Inflammation: The process of fighting infection and healing injuries by our immune system is inflammation. Oil from fish contains anti-inflammatory properties that treat chronic inflammation.

• Fight bone disease: The omega3fatty acids contain in the oil of fishes like sardine, tuna, salmon helps in bone growth with higher density that prevents various bone disease. However, the effect may vary with the intake of supplements.

Conclusion: The benefits of fish oil has been proved clinically as essential components in fighting many health disorders but for the patients it is very important to go for proper medical diagnosis before undergoing any such dietary treatment.

Tapu Goswami, a diet and nutrition blogger has discussed about various   health benefits of fish oil and its capability to cure many health disorders. He stress more on the naturally occurring oil from the fish oil than the supplements.

Common Private Cord Blood Banking Myths Debunked

By Richa Verma

You may have noticed that there is a lot of marketing and promotions done by banks nowadays. But what is a cord blood bank exactly? Well, it is a medical bank where doctors extract the hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) from the newborn umbilical cord and can be preserved indefinitely. You can bank the blood in a private or a public one and can be used later on to treat diseases and illnesses. This may sound like a wonderful medical breakthrough, but there are many myths about private cord blood banking making the rounds. Let us have a look at these myths and break the misconceptions clouding the minds of parents-to-be.

1. Can It Harm My Baby Be Harmed?

Collection of this is in no way harmful to the baby or the mother. The blood that is discarded after birth normally is collected and stored at bank.

2. Private Cord Blood Banks May Send Our Baby's Cord Blood for Research

This is a complete myth as private cord blood banks give exclusive accessibility and control to what you store. They charge you annually for storing this and will give you access as and when you require it in the future. Unlink public banks wherein the blood may be sent further for research purposes.

3. Choose Any Bank, They Are All the Same

Wrong. Private blood banks have to follow stringent norms in terms of quality, cost, location, and need to be FDA-approved and AABB-accredited. However, not all private ones have DA approval and AABB-accreditation. Those who have both, have high annual storage fees and better facilities to store your baby's cord blood for a longer duration.

4. It is Always Better to Store Cord Blood in Private Banks

Many to-be parents often think storing their baby's cord blood in private banks is better than donating it to a public bank. If your family has a history of certain diseases and disorders, then choosing a private blood bank may sound logical. However, there is no such history and you don't even know if you will ever need to access the stored this, then donating this to a public bank is a wise decision.

5. You Can't Treat Your Child With His/ Her Own Blood as it May Be Diseased Itself

This statement does not hold much ground as autologous transplants have been in use for more than a decade. Use of one's own stem cells has helped in the treatment of many diseases ranging from neuroblastoma, lymphoblastic leukemia, etc.

6. This Blood can Remain Viable Only for 10 Years

Current studies have shown, stem cells stored for about 24 years remained viable without any decrease in viability or proliferation. It is even claimed by cryopreservationists these cells can be stored indefinitely in a controlled environment.

7. Cord Blood Banking And Ethical Issues

According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), there are certain issues related to the self-use of blood as promoted by such banks. The ICMR guidelines for stem cell research (2013) states there is no scientific basis for preservation of this for future self-use. Thus, this practice is not officially recommended and any use other than bone marrow transplantation apart from clinical trials is termed as a medical malpractice.

8. You Can Decide About Cord Blood Banking Just Before You Deliver

It is not a good idea to make a last-minute decision in most of the cases. Your hospital may not have the collection kit ready during the child's birth. There are many logistics that need to be figured out before you can store this. Thus, make sure you enroll early to this of your choice for smooth and hassle free collection during the birthing process.

These are a few of the common myths that are busted above. this does have many benefits in cases where there is a family history of leukemia or thalassemia. However, it will remain as a personal choice whether or not one should store the blood.

Read more at   https://www.cordlifeindia.com/blog/still-unsure-cord-blood-banking-works/

What Makes Green Coffee Bean Extract A Healthy Choice?

By Emilio Vargas

Green coffee isn't your regular coffee, a good thing before drinking. They are fresh coffee beans and doesn't roast. When they mature and go through a series of processes until they become roasted coffee, these are hand-selected. Although roasted give you with the aromatic and addictive beverages known today. It can destroy the chlorogenic acids in the beans, which can help to lose weight in several useful ways. This coffee promotes healthy weight loss.

How does raw coffee beans work?

Green coffee beans contain polyphenols, plus chlorogenic acids, grape grain extract. Green tea has antioxidants that boost the body offset destructive free radicals. Studies show chlorogenic acids promote regular blood pressure. Distinct coffee beverages, the extracts have no caffeine and are not stimulants. When dried, chlorogenic acid destroyed, and don't have the privilege of coffee. So, health benefits of green coffee bean extract compared to roasted coffee beans. Today, coffee bean extracts become the new weight loss diet for production of Arabica plant. The only antioxidant compound that promotes successful weight loss through green coffee is chlorogenic acid.

The form of Chlorogenic acid is a plant-derived compound known for its strong antioxidant action and various body benefits. Unrefined green coffee beans are the best source of natural chlorogenic acid. The extract containing chlorogenic acid is a recipe for a better and healthier life. There are other plants that contain chlorogenic acid, but much less, so raw coffee is the most popular. Essential and believed to be a congenital occurring active compound that helps keep healthy blood glucose levels. Strong antioxidants and studies of antioxidants shown that they can support cardiovascular health and the immune mechanism.

How chlorogenic acid works

When you take from raw coffee, it inhibits the release of glucose in the body, help stimulate metabolism. These two mechanisms beget two main roles. One is to prevent fat storage in the body and the other to suppress appetite. This double effect prevents the body from gaining extra weight. You can't enjoy drinking plain black coffee because it goes through the roasting method. It destroys any chlorogenic acids found in the original green coffee beans.

The potential health benefits of raw coffee chlorogenic acids:

1. Strong antioxidant

Although roasted contain antioxidants, most of the antioxidant content lost during roasting and processing. So, it has found that green coffee beans contain higher antioxidant content. Many people have seen that antioxidants have anti-aging properties. Because they can help protect the body and skin from harmful free radicals. Antioxidants help the body neutralize harmful free radicals and help you consider young and healthy.

2. Lose weight

Besides promoting more effective control of blood glucose levels, it promotes weight loss and weight control. The potential fat burning effect and the increase in raw coffee metabolism are due to chlorogenic acid. The specific dosage helps limit fat accumulation and helps burn existing fat.

3. Protect the liver

It helps protect the liver from acute hepatotoxicity caused by lipopolysaccharide. It can help detoxification and help protect the liver.

4. Anti-inflammatory

Scientific research shows it can have anti-inflammatory properties, can help inflammation and redness, and help restore quicker.

5. Antibacterial effect

Help fight certain viruses and bacteria and help strengthen the immune mechanism. Helps fight free radical damage, the antioxidants help promotes better detoxification.

Is there any other choice?

There is different green coffee available, but the best is a supplemental form. Because beverages are bitter because they didn't simmer. Pure Green Coffee 7000 mg capsules give you with a convenient way to gain no bitter benefits. In addition, when raw concentrated into capsules, you get the energy to burn fat. For many supplements, this coffee is more useful, pure organic supplements and 100% premium.

How to take Green Coffee Bean Extract

The bean extract cannot consume a liquid, tea or juice. But to take the form of tablets, pills, or capsules that contain green coffee bean powder. You should take one serving around half an hour before every meal. (see the recommended dosage on your package).

The author a part-time blogger. Visit my personal site at   https://www.almamis.com/blog.