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  • Thinking About Quitting?
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    Thinking About Quitting?
    So, you’ve been thinking about quitting smoking recently, have you? The problem lies in the fact that it is tough to focus on the need to quit when your head is constantly badgering you with an incessant craving for nicotine. The key, some experts say, might actually lie in readying yourself for a life that is nicotine free. What Are Your Reasons For Quitting? Just like different people give different reasons for smoking, so would they have different reasons when it comes to their need to quit! The commonest reason would be to stay healthy; while some others might just want to feel like they’re in control of their lives. Teens, however, might have their own reasons for wanting to quit. Learn About the Risks of Smoking: Health problems: You may have noticed that you’re generally out of breath when you walk up a flight of stairs.  [...]
    Posted at October 26th, 2010 | Health A-Z
  • Your Queries About Menstruation
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    Your Queries About Menstruation
    I spent the evening discussing with my cousin the pros and cons of menstruation. The conversation did manage to have its lighter side; but on a serious note, she asked me a question that lead to this list. Her question was simple – Could she or could she not delay her menstrual period? It was something that seemed to be getting in the way of her chosen wedding date. It was way too close to her menstrual period. Well, I wouldn’t want to be going on my honeymoon that way, would I? An afterthought to the matter; and I realized that there was more than one such question that may have been part of many a women’s question list; but they haven’t been answered adequately. I spoke to my gynecologist and tried to get them sorted out. Here is what she had to say – Is it normal for me to have heavy bleeding during my menstrual period? Normally,  [...]
    Posted at October 21st, 2010 | Women Health
  • Fiber Truth Decoding
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    Fiber Truth Decoding
    If you constantly keep hearing people tell you that you need fiber in your meal, you may wonder what is it that they mean! Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that is important when it comes to creating the basic structural material that is there in the leaves, roots and stems of a plant. Fiber is said to stay almost intact until it comes to the end of the digestive system. This is what makes it extremely beneficial. All Fiber Is Not Equal: There are two types of fiber – Insoluble: This is the fiber that is found in nuts, wheat bran and a number of vegetables. The structure of this fiber is tough and thick. It isn’t known to dissolve in water, and hence, it will zip through the digestive tract and will end up increasing the stool bulk. Soluble: Soluble fiber is the sort that is found in beans, oats and barley. It will get dissolved  [...]
    Posted at October 20th, 2010 | Health A-Z
  • Natural Cures For Common Health Problems
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    Natural Cures For Common Health Problems
    Every time that I fall ill or have a break out on my skin, I find myself fidgeting in the medicine cabinet to get out the appropriate pill or topical ointment. But this can have its own set of pitfalls. Most medicines are known to have their side effects. Want to treat those ailments or conditions without the medications? Try these simple natural tricks instead. Condition: Acne Solution: Try and dab on some pure tea tree oil onto your skin twice daily. According to the scientists at the University of Rochester, New York; the anti-inflammatory powers of this herbal wonder could help in destroying the bacteria that is generally considered the culprit behind conditions like acne. Condition: Common Cold Solution: Do you find yourself ‘achoo’ing more often than most others? If you’re tired sniffling, thanks to the cold you fall  [...]
    Posted at October 19th, 2010 | Health A-Z
  • Easy Breathing – Even With COPD
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    Easy Breathing – Even With COPD
    Did you know that more than 12 million Americans have been diagnosed with COPD? Do you find yourself scampering to Google to type ‘COPD’ and find out what it stands for? Let me help you. COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder. A lot of people, perhaps including you, may not realize that their constant coughing and shortness of breath could in fact be a symptom of this condition. Although the symptoms might begin to show up as minor annoyances, they could turn into a more debilitating mode at a later stage. Eventually you might feel knocked out of breath with an activity as simple as getting dressed or preparing a meal. Here are some tips that might help you breathe easier if you have COPD. Exercise: The whole concept of exercise and avoiding it is like a vicious circle. You might begin skipping exercise because  [...]
    Posted at October 14th, 2010 | Health A-Z
  • Hello … 911? – Part 1
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    Hello … 911? – Part 1
    “Hello 911… There has been an accident. Someone’s hurt… Someone’s hurt really bad… She’s bleeding… Can you please send help? Please!” It is common knowledge that we have to dial the three digits 9-1-1 when a loved one has undergone a life-threatening medical injury or emergency. But the truth of the matter is that most of us do not know what to before and after that call; or what to do when you’re waiting for help to arrive. Well, all said and done, you will not be able to predict when is it that you might need to use emergency care. Here is a guide that will prepare you for that untowardly moment, if in case, it has to come. Before You Make The Call: When an accident happens, you will often be confused, because you will need to act quickly. However, it is very common for people to become panicky and disoriented  [...]
    Posted at October 13th, 2010 | Health A-Z
  • Facebook And Breast Cancer Awareness Month – I LIKE IT
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    Facebook And Breast Cancer Awareness Month – I LIKE IT
    The Breast Cancer Awareness Month or BCAM is also known as the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout America. This campaign lasts the whole of October and is generally aimed at increasing the awareness about breast cancer. The first ever organized effort that had been conducted to bring some amount of attention to the cause of breast cancer was conducted in the United States. This happened in the month of October in the year 1985. Ever since that first attempt, there have been repeated attempts made to increase the awareness about this disease and there have been workshops conducted to teach people the methods of prevention and the chances of early detection. These attempts have also aimed at raising money to support the research that is being conducted on this topic. About Breast Cancer: Breast cancer is a disease that  [...]
    Posted at October 12th, 2010 | Women Health
  • Daddy May Get Baby Blues Too – Paternal Postpartum Depression
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    Daddy May Get Baby Blues Too – Paternal Postpartum Depression
    Postpartum depression is not a new term to most of us. We’ve oft heard about the mothers who become a tad depressed soon after the birth of their baby. But have you heard of daddy getting the baby blues too? A recent research claims that this seems to be the case as well. Men can, as much as women, fall prey to the claws of postpartum depression. What is postpartum depression? Postpartum depression is a serious illness which is known to occur, especially in women, a few months after their baby’s birth. It may also occur in cases where women have had miscarriages or have experience a stillbirth. This sort of depression is, more often than not, brought about due to hormonal changes in the woman post her pregnancy. Symptoms of Paternal Postpartum Depression (PDD): ·        Sadness ·        Sleep problems ·        Loss  [...]
    Posted at October 7th, 2010 | Depression
  • Foods For Stress At Different Times Of The Day
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    Foods For Stress At Different Times Of The Day
    All of us grapple with that sudden pang of hunger when we feel anxiety coming around the block. Instantly gratifying these hunger pangs would not really help you in getting any cooler; and neither will completely skipping your meals help. The Solution: You don’t need to be a nutritional star on that important, stressful day. That might end up making a bad day even worse. If you want to keep stress whipped into submission throughout the day; stick to these ideas. 7:35 am: Gridlock A Starbucks skim-chai latte coupled with half a bagel topped with cream cheese should help. The carbs in the bagel will give you energy and they get balanced by the protein that is there in the milk and this will leave you feeling alert. The fact that both these items are portable does help. 10 am: The Big Presentation Head out for some milk. Let the coffee  [...]
    Posted at October 5th, 2010 | Stress Management
  • Health Warnings That We Tend To Ignore – Part 2
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    Health Warnings That We Tend To Ignore – Part 2
    Here are three other warning signs that we often ignore; and this is what they could really translate to - Sore Throat: Swallowing is said to be a part of sheer masochism, even when you’re suffering from a sore throat. Given the recent report, it is clear that about 40% of adults who suffer from a sore throat are known to pop an antibiotic to try and control the condition. They do this even when there is no evidence of whether or not the cause if bacterial. If the sensation of crushed glass in your throat ends up lasting for more than 4 days, it would mean that you might have a case of strep throat. If the infection spreads deep into your tonsils, it would mean that the lymph nodes and the tissues that surround it would get overwhelmed with pus and would be unable to drain.  This would close your airways and tamper with your breathing.  [...]
    Posted at October 1st, 2010 | Health A-Z
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