Many ladies suffer from yeast infection at one time or another in their lives. Yeast infection causes vaginal itching, irritation and inflammation that are accompanied by white discharge. These are the results of the overgrowth of Candida albicans, a kind of fungi that inhabits the vagina. An overgrowth is usually caused by stress, a diet that contains high-sugar, or hormonal fluctuations which upsets the acidic balance of the vagina.
To prevent such infections, it is important to use a good and reliable feminine wash that is gentle to the vagina. Also avoid tight-fitting synthetic underwear, scented toilet paper, deodorant tampons, pads and soaps. These contain chemicals that dry out sensitive vaginal tissues and allow infectious mircoorganisms to grow.
Yeast infection can be prevented by starving the fungi. How do we do that? Well, it is as simple as avoiding sugars and refined foods, these are foods that feed the Candida albicans organism. Taking supplements such as lactobacillus acidophilus, one with each meal for a month, would help to increase the healthy intestinal flora to keep the fungi in check.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Healthy Prostate for both Men and Women
Did you know that postrate enlargement or postrate related health can happen to both men and women? Though it happens nostly on men. So ladies who are reading this please pass on the details. It happened recently to one of my parents and it brought about this search for healthy prostate.
The function of the prostate if not well taken care of, will start to show signs of illnessess especially from the age of 35 and above. Prostate enlargement can lead to prostate cancer.
Postate enlargement is caused by hormonal changes that come with aging. The symtoms inculde an increased need to urinate and decreased force in the urine stream. While changes in daily diet and herbal remedies may be effective treatments, it is still essential to seek medical attention for an accurate diagnosis.
For maintaining healthy prostate function, pumkin seeds is an essential food as it contains a rich source of zinc. Taking 35g of pumpkin seeds daily or 30mg of supplemental zinc daily will aid in maintaining healthy prostate function.
A herb that is readily available as a supplement is saw palmetto. It alleviates prostate enlargement by blocking the formation of hormone dihydrotestosterone. Twice daily dosage of 160mg of saw palmetto extract that has been standardised to contain 85% fatty acids and sterols which are the active ingredient will show results of a healthier prostate function in about 6 weeks.
The function of the prostate if not well taken care of, will start to show signs of illnessess especially from the age of 35 and above. Prostate enlargement can lead to prostate cancer.
Postate enlargement is caused by hormonal changes that come with aging. The symtoms inculde an increased need to urinate and decreased force in the urine stream. While changes in daily diet and herbal remedies may be effective treatments, it is still essential to seek medical attention for an accurate diagnosis.
For maintaining healthy prostate function, pumkin seeds is an essential food as it contains a rich source of zinc. Taking 35g of pumpkin seeds daily or 30mg of supplemental zinc daily will aid in maintaining healthy prostate function.
A herb that is readily available as a supplement is saw palmetto. It alleviates prostate enlargement by blocking the formation of hormone dihydrotestosterone. Twice daily dosage of 160mg of saw palmetto extract that has been standardised to contain 85% fatty acids and sterols which are the active ingredient will show results of a healthier prostate function in about 6 weeks.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Sinusitis
Colds, flu, allergies and especially air pollution can cause sinus infections. It is absolutely tiring, irritating and painful to be sneezing away continuously. This sneezing and blowing of the nose can cause headaches, muscle aches and even dark eye rings (which I will talk about on a different blog).
I totally understand the hassel of hanging on to tissue papers, and managing drippy noses between work and fun, it is not a joke and it really gets me down when there are days that I sneeze non-stop. I have tried many methods of dealing with sinus infections, some of them have been really helpful. One of the methods is to consume a daily dosage of Vitamin C. Vitamin C boosts immune system, making it less often for illnesses such as the common flu to happen.
Getting rid of sinus infections literally means that you have relieve the congestion and eliminate any microorganisms.
Apart from taking Vitamin C, you can also strengthen your immune system by eating one to two gloves of raw garlic each day. Garlic has powerful antimicrobial properties.
Products like inhaler for cold reliefs are based on the fact that peppermint aids in the relieve of sinus dryness and headaches caused by allergies. Peppermint acts as a decongestant, together with steam, it opens up the sinuses. The relaxing properties in peppermint also aid in easing headaches. Hence you can try steam inhalation, (careful not to scald yourself!). Boil a large pot of water, remove from heat and add two teaspoons of dried peppermint. Cover the pot for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and make a towel tent over your head and the pot, please take care not to burn yourself. Breathe in the warm steam for 10 minutes.
Most importantly, always make sure that your diet consists of healthy food, like lots of greens, fruits and water. Drinking warm liquids relieves sinusitis. Drinking plenty of warm liquids thin mucous secretions. Try peppermint tea, vegetable or chicken soup with a clove of raw garlic to fight infection.
I totally understand the hassel of hanging on to tissue papers, and managing drippy noses between work and fun, it is not a joke and it really gets me down when there are days that I sneeze non-stop. I have tried many methods of dealing with sinus infections, some of them have been really helpful. One of the methods is to consume a daily dosage of Vitamin C. Vitamin C boosts immune system, making it less often for illnesses such as the common flu to happen.
Getting rid of sinus infections literally means that you have relieve the congestion and eliminate any microorganisms.
Apart from taking Vitamin C, you can also strengthen your immune system by eating one to two gloves of raw garlic each day. Garlic has powerful antimicrobial properties.
Products like inhaler for cold reliefs are based on the fact that peppermint aids in the relieve of sinus dryness and headaches caused by allergies. Peppermint acts as a decongestant, together with steam, it opens up the sinuses. The relaxing properties in peppermint also aid in easing headaches. Hence you can try steam inhalation, (careful not to scald yourself!). Boil a large pot of water, remove from heat and add two teaspoons of dried peppermint. Cover the pot for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and make a towel tent over your head and the pot, please take care not to burn yourself. Breathe in the warm steam for 10 minutes.
Most importantly, always make sure that your diet consists of healthy food, like lots of greens, fruits and water. Drinking warm liquids relieves sinusitis. Drinking plenty of warm liquids thin mucous secretions. Try peppermint tea, vegetable or chicken soup with a clove of raw garlic to fight infection.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Alleviate Nausea
Many people feel nausea during long journeys and sometimes when they are really tired. Sometimes when we have to be in crowded places, the lack of oxygen makes us feel nausea too. The most common symtom of pregnancy is morning sickness. It is really an uncomfortable feeling in the stomach that causes the urge to vomit.
To cope with such a feeling, chew candied ginger. It is an antinausea aid and it has no harmful side effects. This can ease mild nausea. It can be found in shops that sell a variety of dried sour plums and other dried foods.
Similarly, ginger tea can be made and be drunk. Put one or two teaspoons of chopped fresh ginger root in a cup and let it simmer in hot water for about 10 minutes. Strain and sweeten if you desire. Drink small amounts of it during the day as you wish.
To cope with such a feeling, chew candied ginger. It is an antinausea aid and it has no harmful side effects. This can ease mild nausea. It can be found in shops that sell a variety of dried sour plums and other dried foods.
Similarly, ginger tea can be made and be drunk. Put one or two teaspoons of chopped fresh ginger root in a cup and let it simmer in hot water for about 10 minutes. Strain and sweeten if you desire. Drink small amounts of it during the day as you wish.
Friday, January 2, 2009
Cheers!
Due to daily busy schedules, we often starve our bodies. We do not have sufficient water intake. As a result, our bodies can't detoxify.
Our bodies are really mainly made up of water. After exercising in the heat, our body weight can fluctuate dramatically and quickly as we can lose large amounts of body water to sweat.
Our bodies depend on water to keep our cells and body systems running smoothly. Water is also used to maintain blood volume, which is important for keeping our bodies temperature normal and delivering oxygen and nutrients to the rest of the body. More importantly, water removes waste products in our bodies through the formation of urine by the kidneys. This action reduces pimples on the face and back, leaving clearer skin.
As written by Bobby Brown, "Drinking a lot of water also works for me, both by staving off my appetite (often when you think you are hungry, you are really just thirsty) and giving my skin a clearer, plumped up appearance."
There, people! Water is really a must for good health and beauty.
To drink more water, squirt lemon in water and cheers to good health.
Our bodies are really mainly made up of water. After exercising in the heat, our body weight can fluctuate dramatically and quickly as we can lose large amounts of body water to sweat.
Our bodies depend on water to keep our cells and body systems running smoothly. Water is also used to maintain blood volume, which is important for keeping our bodies temperature normal and delivering oxygen and nutrients to the rest of the body. More importantly, water removes waste products in our bodies through the formation of urine by the kidneys. This action reduces pimples on the face and back, leaving clearer skin.
As written by Bobby Brown, "Drinking a lot of water also works for me, both by staving off my appetite (often when you think you are hungry, you are really just thirsty) and giving my skin a clearer, plumped up appearance."
There, people! Water is really a must for good health and beauty.
To drink more water, squirt lemon in water and cheers to good health.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
From tired to Refreshed eyes
Due to the constant stress at work, our eyes are often strained and tired. A quick and easy fix to tired eyes would be to warm your cleaned and washed palms. You can do this by genlty rubbing them against each other to create friction. Then place each of your palms onto each of your eyes. Do not rub or add too much pressure. This action will help to introduce some warmth and darkness to your tried eyes, especially after staring at the computer for long hours. Make sure to breathe deeply and rhythmically for a minute.
You can also efresh your eyes with 'Rose Refresher', purchase a bottle of rose water from your local store. Leave the bottle in the fridge. Once it is chilled, dilute two tablespoons of it with an equal amount of cold water, then soak square facial cotton wools into the solution and apply them to your closed eyelids. Leave them on for not about 10 mins, not more than 15mins.
You can also efresh your eyes with 'Rose Refresher', purchase a bottle of rose water from your local store. Leave the bottle in the fridge. Once it is chilled, dilute two tablespoons of it with an equal amount of cold water, then soak square facial cotton wools into the solution and apply them to your closed eyelids. Leave them on for not about 10 mins, not more than 15mins.
Why am I doing this?
Hi friends,
It is the start of a brand new year, fresh air, loads of news hopes, feeling rejuvenated and ready to make the year(2009) a successful one. I am creating this blog for the simple purpose of sharing my knowledge on feeling good.
I have read several articles on health, while reading them, I understand that it is truly important to feel good about oneself. What is feeling good? Feeling good means being positive, letting positive energy and thoughts flow through you throughout the day.
However, being positive should start from somewhere, shouldn't it? Well, a healthy and well maintained health will lead to positivity as good health will assure you of constant energy and less worries about fatigue and not being able to achieve the goals and plans that you have already thought of.
This blog will be a communication tool for me to share what I have read so far and have tried out either by myself or by people who are close to me. Please do not use this sharing as a form of diagnosis, cure, treatment or prevention to any illnesses. Please seek a doctor's advice when you are unwell. What I am sharing would be simple, daily natural remedies that I have found out to be very useful to know and to try out.
Live life healthily, life is precious.
It is the start of a brand new year, fresh air, loads of news hopes, feeling rejuvenated and ready to make the year(2009) a successful one. I am creating this blog for the simple purpose of sharing my knowledge on feeling good.
I have read several articles on health, while reading them, I understand that it is truly important to feel good about oneself. What is feeling good? Feeling good means being positive, letting positive energy and thoughts flow through you throughout the day.
However, being positive should start from somewhere, shouldn't it? Well, a healthy and well maintained health will lead to positivity as good health will assure you of constant energy and less worries about fatigue and not being able to achieve the goals and plans that you have already thought of.
This blog will be a communication tool for me to share what I have read so far and have tried out either by myself or by people who are close to me. Please do not use this sharing as a form of diagnosis, cure, treatment or prevention to any illnesses. Please seek a doctor's advice when you are unwell. What I am sharing would be simple, daily natural remedies that I have found out to be very useful to know and to try out.
Live life healthily, life is precious.
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