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October 26, 2009

5 Reasons to Quit Smoking That You May Not Know About

Filed under: blindness,cialis,depression,erectile dysfunction,heartburn,impotence,quit smoking,smoking,Uncategorized,viagra,wrinkles — John @ 4:14 pm

I’m sure if you’re a smoker now, or have previously been a smoker you hear or heard all of the things smoking can do to you. Lung cancer, strokes, shorter life span, etc. Well it gets old and sometimes you just need to hear something new to really get you off the smokes. Which is why I’ve looked around and compiled this list of 5 reasons to quit smoking that you may not know about.

1.Blindness- Smoking can definitely do horrible things to your vision. How bad is it? Well apparently it does the same amount of damage as moonshine. So if you like that whole, being able to see thing, I suggest you putt out the cigarette… for good.

2.Heartburn- There has been a lot of evidence that shows the smoking leads to heartburn. If you’ve ever experienced heartburn you know it can be quite distressing. I’ve known a lot of former smokers that say they have quit simply because they didn’t want to deal with heartburn all the time.

3.Depression- When you’re feeling sad, lonely, and utterly depressed you may only want to sit in your room and smoke. However, smoking can prolong depression and will ultimately make your life much, much more difficult.

4.Wrinkles… Everywhere- Sure you probably know that smoking will cause some serious facial wrinkling. If you’re one of those people that doesn’t know then that should be enough to stop you. However, smoking will also cause wrinkling of some other, not-so-pleasant areas such as, the inner arm and buttocks.

5.Impotence- If you’re a guy this should make you say “I’m quitting right now!” Impotence is probably the last thing in the world you want to happen. Many, many studies (more than you know) show a direct link between smoking and impotence. Guys do you really want to be popping Viagra from a Pez dispenser for the rest of your life just so you can get it up? No, didn’t think so.

Well there you have it. The top 5 reasons to quit smoking that you may not know about. Hopefully these and already known hazards of smoking will have some impact on your future decisions. If not, I have warned you, and all I can say is good luck.

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October 19, 2009

Blood Type Diets

Filed under: blood type,diets,health,medicine,Uncategorized,vegetarian,weight loss — John @ 4:43 pm

Something I read kind of got me a little bit intrigued. Blood type specific diets. I’m not sure if these work, but they sound very interesting. The basis is that depending on what your blood type is you should eat differently.

There is a book written outlining what type of foods to eat for each different blood type. For example one blood type is suggested to eat a strictly vegetarian only diet, while another blood type is asked to eat a lot of proteins. There is also information about what types of exercises are best for people with different blood.

Now, again I’m not positive if any of this works, but I have heard some good things coming from people that have tried the diets. However, there isn’t a lot of medical evidence that really backs any of these claims up. Either way, if you’re the adventurous type our are looking for something new this might be it.

Talk to your doctor first and make sure the diet you’re choosing is healthy. If you get the green light from the doctor and decide to try the diet let me know what the effects are. I’ve heard of many health benefits from those that do follow the diet. Some of these benefits include weight loss and better digestion.

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October 15, 2009

5 Weight-Loss tips

Filed under: carbohydrates,cholesterol,chromium,diets,fibre,healthy diet,high fat,Uncategorized,vitamins and minerals,weight loss,weight loss tips — Amanda @ 4:33 pm

Lower Fat Intake

Diets that are high in fat will promote obesity. Try to consume under 25% of your calories from fat (non-saturated fat)

Watch that sweet tooth

Sugar = carbohydrates. Carbohydrates = fat. New studies have linked sugar to increased calorie consumption – we tend to eat more of what tastes good. Sugar also makes your body burn through chromium – and chromium is a mineral that helps you loose weight by making calorie burning tissues.

Drink Water

Drinking lots of water everyday will help your deliver vitamins and minerals to all parts of the body. Water also helps carry wastes out of the cells that that the body functions properly. Stay away from the flavored vitamin and mineral enhanced water and go with the old fashioned unflavored type.

Eat fibre

Fibre will give you a feeling of fullness so you will be full and eat less. Fibre can also lower cholesterol and fight against heart disease.

Exercise!

It is almost impossible to maintain a healthy beautiful body without exercise. Even a brisk 20 minute walk everyday will improve your health conditions and keep you in shape.

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October 8, 2009

Cure Acne with Spironolactone

Filed under: acne,acne treatment,aldactazide,aldactone,blemishes,cure acne,high blood pressure,spironolactone,Uncategorized — Amanda @ 3:49 pm

Although Spironolactone is usually prescribed to treat things like high blood pressure and edema, it has also been very effective for women with hormonal fluctuations that cause acne. Many women have been happy with using this medication to treat acne – studies have shown that up to 66% of women who took Spironolactone had outstanding improvement of eliminating their breakouts and achieving clear skin. In addition, the study found that the percentage raises to 85% when Spironolactone is used in combination with birth control pills.

High androgen levels in the body alter a woman’s mood and cause them to have acne-prone skin. Spironolactone works by helping your body create anti-androgen hormones – which are hormones that lower high androgen levels in the body – therefore Spironolactone acts as a blemish treatment.

Consult your doctor if you have breakouts and want a cure for acne. Spironolactone is a generic drug also sold under the name brand Aldactone.

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October 6, 2009

Snoring: More Dangerous Than You Think

Filed under: effects of snoring,fatigue,heart condition,sleep apnea,sleep deprivation,sleepiness,snoring,Uncategorized — John @ 4:41 pm

To most people snoring is just one of those things that gets really annoying after awhile, or becomes the joke at the family reunion about a husband snoring so loud the wife thinks they live by an airport. However, what most people don’t know are the dangerous effects of snoring.

Problem number one, your significant other may kill you… just kidding. Though snoring can cause a severe amount of tension in a relationship and could even cause you and your partner to split apart. It may begin with sleeping in separate beds, which doesn’t seem like a big deal, but puts a great deal of distance between you and your partner in terms of being close to each other.

Problem number two, snoring is often related to sleep apnea. This is a very serious condition that may go from snoring to being unable to breathe. Obviously breathing is pretty important, without that whole air thing you’ll probably die. Additionally, if you experience difficulty breathing then you may wake up frequently, or toss and turn during the night leaving you sleepy and fatigued in the morning, leaving a major negative impact on your health.

Some studies even suggest that snoring may be linked to certain heart diseases. Again much like the air thing, you need a heart to do that whole pumping blood thing. Pretty important, at least I think so.

Anyway, people need to start realizing that snoring might not be so harmless after all and that it can be incredibly harmful to you.

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October 5, 2009

How to Cure 4 Common Skin Ailments

Filed under: athletes foot,dermatitis,dry skin,eczema,plantar wart,red skin,rosacea,skin care,skin problems,Uncategorized — Amanda @ 5:34 pm

Eczema

Eczema (Dermatitis) shows up in dry, red, itchy patches which sometimes “bubble”. Usually it occurs on the face, inside of elbows and knees, and neck. Eczema can be caused by excess sweating, certain chemicals in pools, or certain athletic fabrics.

Most of the time eczema is a genetic illness that may reoccur. Try not to scratch the infected areas, and apply an unscented moisturizer that will help rehydrate the skin. Antihistamines will suppress the itching. Elidel is a medication used to treat Eczema. See a health care professional if symptoms persist.

Athlete’s foot

Athletes foot presents itself with itching, burning and stinging in between the toes and on the soles of the feet. there can be blisters that crack and cause skin to peel around the bottoms and sides of the foot. Athletes foot can also present itself by causing thick toenails that are discolored and pull away from the nail bed.

Athletes foot is contagious as it is a fungal infection. It can be picked up at public pools, showers, locker rooms, and gyms. There are anti fungal over-the-counter and prescription ointments, sprays and powders that can treat athletes foot. If the infection becomes severe, a doctor may prescribe an oral medication. Keep feet dry and use anti fungal powder. Wear clean socks and shoes that will draw moisture away from the feet. Always protect your feet with waterproof shoes at the pool and in the showers.

Plantar Wart’s

Plantar warts are skin colored lumps that usually occur on the heels or balls of feet. These warts may be rough to touch and may have a black dot at the center.

Plantar warts are contagious and can be picked up at public pools, locker rooms, or gyms. Exercise can increase the pain of a plantar wart because it is on the bottom of the foot. Try to minimize pressure when exercising by using a corn pad around the wart. Warts can be frozen off by doctors with liquid nitrogen – this is the fastest way to heal a wart. Other methods include over-the-counter topical ointment products and personal “freezing” kits. Always wear shoes at the gym and sandals in locker rooms to prevent developing a plantar wart. Moisturize your feet to keep skin sealed.

Rosacea

Rosacea is usually mild to severe redness or flushing that can have a bumpy texture usually on the face and neck. that presents itself during heavy exercise, exposure to sun, wind, heat and cold.

Rosacea rash can be controlled with prescription topical and oral medications like Metrogel, Retina, and Tetracycline
Protect your skin from harsh elements, and control the amount of vigorous exercise you do.

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October 1, 2009

Male Pattern Baldness

Filed under: balding,baldness,causes of hair loss,hair loss,hair loss treatment,how to grow hair,male pattern baldness,Propecia,thinning hair,Uncategorized — Amanda @ 5:10 pm

At some point, all men will experience hair loss. Nearly all men experience baldness by the time they are in their 60′s. We all know it’s going to happen – but what causes it? Is there anything you can do to prevent it?

Hair is produced out of follicles in the skin that grow for about 3 years. After 3 years the hair is shed and a new hair begins growing from that follicle. When men get older, the follicles on their heads have been believed to get smaller, resulting in thinning hair. Eventually the follicle closes up so that no new hair is visible on the surface. A change in male hormones may be the reason follicles close up. Normal or lower levels of testosterone are apparent in men who are balding.

There is no cure for baldness, it is a natural part of aging, however there are medications such as Propecia that are designed to treat men with male pattern baldness by allowing them to grow hair. There are also topical ointments like Minoxidil or Rogaine that work for some men, but there is no guarantee that medications and creams will work for everyone. The best thing to do is accept the change – besides, all of your friends are going bald too.

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