Health and Fitness Magazine
6/18/07
  The Ovarian Cysts Types, Symptoms and Diagnosis
Author: Groshan Fabiola

Studies revealed that there are more than 25 million Americans that suffer heartburn symptoms every day, and more that 60 millions experience heartburn at least once a month. Nowadays there exist many heartburn medicines to choose from, and also, there appeared a natural product that relieves heartburn pain. That product is made from fresh orange peels, it is an orange peel extract, which has no side effects, and works efficient and safe.

The stomach is producing a fluid that contain an enzyme called pepsin, hydrochloric acid, and sometimes bile. Stomach fluid has a role in helping the digestion, and, the hydrochloric acid that is contained in the fluid helps with vitamin and nutrient absorption, and also prevents bacteria from growing in the stomach and intestines. The stomach has a special lining, that is protecting it from the acid, and from other fluids.
The lower esophageal sphincter, which is a circular band of muscle is using pressure to open and close, and in this way is allowing the food that travels from the mouth down through the esophagus to enter the stomach. After the food reaches the stomach, the lower esophageal sphincter narrows and closes, to prevent it from going back up the esophagus.
Sometimes, the lower esophageal sphincter opens at wrong time and that is causing the stomach fluid to enter the esophagus. Because the esophagus does not have a special lining to protect it from the hydrochloric acid, a burning pain will result.

It is known that heartburn and ulcers are in the same family of acid-related maladies, but usually, ulcers are caused by bacterial infection of the stomach, chronic use of aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Both diseases can be aggravated by some factors, both show symptoms, and they can cause serious problems if you don't treat them.

We can say a person has gastroesophageal reflux disease if persistent heartburn is present two or more days a week. This can become a grave problem in time, because the stomach liquid can destroy the delicate esophagus lining. Gastroesophageal reflux disease can provoke the apparition of other diseases too, like pneumonia, asthma, chronic cough, hoarseness, or increased risks for esophageal cancer and Barrett's esophagus condition.

There are a lot of factors that can provoke the appearance of heartburn. Large meals are not good, because may force the stomach liquid to come into the esophagus, lying down after eating is also not recommended. Foods like chocolate, tomatoes, garlic, black pepper, vinegar, citrus fruits or spicy foods can make the lower esophageal sphincter to relax and open, and in that way, stomach liquid will enter the esophagus.
Heartburn often appears to overweight persons, because abdominal fat leads to a higher pressure in the abdomen. Higher pressure in the abdomen also can appear to pregnant women, and there are more than 25% of the pregnant women who experience heartburn sometime during pregnancy.
It is known that people with hiatal hernias have often problems with heartburn. This hernia allows foods and stomach fluid to travel back into the esophagus.

Usually, medications that are used to treat heartburn have serious side-effects. Antacids can make the stomach to become more vulnerable to food poisoning, for example, a potentially fatal bacteria found in raw shellfish that is normally neutralized by stomach juices can live up to 2 hours in presence of antacids. That has as a result the apparition of diarrhea, stomach cramps and severe vomiting.
Antacids can also interact with other medications, or prevent their absorption. Some of the medications affected by antacids are benzodiazepines, chloroquine, allopurinol, aspirin, corticosteroids, phenytoin type drugs, diabetic medicines, ticlopidine, tetracycline, thyroid and ulcer medications.
Proton pump inhibitors have as an effect that they reduce stomach's ability to produce acid almost completely.
H2-receptor blockers act in decreasing hydrochloric acid production, and as a negative aspect is the fact that B12 and calcium absorption from food can no longer take place.
There are other medications too, like Nexium, Prevacid, and Prilosec, which are safe it they are being used short periods, but the long-term consequences are not known.

In stead, the orange peel extract is a safe and has results. There are a few theories about how this extract acts. It is believed that it helps the food to stay in the esophagus just as long it is needed, the food is moving to the stomach efficiently. Orange peel extract may also decrease the potential for the fluid to come into the esophagus, working as a surfactant substance. It is recommended the dose of 1,000 mg of orange peel extract/day, for 20 days, because that was the amount used in the studies.
Among the patients who took part to the study, almost one-third experienced resolution of heartburn symptoms as early as the second day of the study and 90% of participants reported resolution of heartburn symptoms two weeks. Even 2 weeks after they stopped this treatment, they haven't experienced heartburn. The conclusion is that after
20 days of taking orange peel extract, most of the patients experienced no heartburn, and some people experienced mild heartburn after they started consuming foods that they avoided before.

The orange peel extract is a natural product, but you should follow the dosages on the label, and it is known that some people must avoid this extract. You shouldn't take orange peel extract if you are pregnant, if you have or you are suspect of ulcer, and also children shouldn't be given this extract because not all age- groups clinical tests have been finished.

It was discovered that the orange peel extract has a pronounced cancer preventative activity. No toxicities were found in any of the patients that used this extract, analysis of the blood levels revealed that it was well absorbed, and it is also known that this extract inhibits the way cancer cells divide and grow.

Persistent heartburn can lead to complications, that is why it is important to go to the doctor if you have symptoms like painful swallowing, severe hoarseness or wheezing, vomiting for more than three days. There can come also other symptoms, which are associated to other grave diseases, that's why you must contact the doctor at once. Some of that symptoms are: extreme stomach discomfort, vomiting of bloody or black material, black or bloody bowel movements.

Heartburn is a serious problem that affects many people, but there are treatments, and now, a safe and effective option of treatment appeared - orange peel extract .

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  The Usual Ulcer Damages
Author: Groshan Fabiola

Dyspepsia is well known as a symptom of peptic ulcer, especially caused by NSAIDs. It may be persistent and give birth to a variety of problems in the upper abdomen, including the following:pain or discomfort, bloating, feeling of fullness, hunger and an empty feeling in the stomach often one to three hours after a meal, mild nausea, regurgitation and belching.

The ulcer pain can be localized in one place or diffuse.This pain is described as burning, gnawing, or aching in the upper abdomen, or as a stabbing pain penetrating through the width of the gut.In the case of the duodenal ulcer a gnawing pain in the upper stomach area appearsafter a meal and it is also relieved by eating another meal.In opposition the gastric ulcer does not relieved the pain which often occur at night.The ulcer can also radiate to the back or to the chest behind the breastbone.For this kind of pain it may be confused with a heart attack.

For the people to live in industrialized nations, the Dyspepsia occurs at a few of these people a procent between 15-20%.The people with GERD and irritable bowel syndrome generally have Dyspepsia.So from this point of view the ulcer can be associated with gallstones and even chest pain of heart attack.It is impossible to make a diagnosis based on symptoms alone:GERD, heart events,gallstones, irritable Bowel Syndrome.Hall of patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have dyspepsia.The GERD is also known as food pipe and the main symptom is usually heartburn, a burning pain that radiates up to the throat.The patient has difficulty in swalling.Because the incapacity of swalling there is often regurgitation up to the throat.

The pain due to heart events, such as angina or a heart attach may radiate to the neck, jaw or arms.The causes of the heart pains are smoking, high blood pressure, obesity and high cholesterol.

A steady gripping or gnawing pain on the right side under the rib cage can be severe and can radiate to the upper back is known gallstones.Also an irritable bowel can cause dyspepsia, nausea and vomiting,bloating and abdominal pain.The majority of women suffer of this kind of syndrome.Dyspepsia may also be associated with gastritis, stomach cancer or as a side effect of certain drugs including NSAIDs, antibiotics,iron, corticosteroids, theophylline and calcium blockers used to treat high blood pressure.Some of patients respond to the treatment and some may not.

The symptoms of anemia including fatigue and shortness of breath can be caused by the presence of an ulcer. Intestinal obstruction, perforation or hemorrhage are all emergency conditions. They include one or more of the following:tarry, black or bloody stools; severe vomiting; sever abdominal pain with or without vomiting.If one person experience such kind of symptoms should immediately consult a doctor.

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  Thyroid Abnormalities Caused by Milk Products
Author: Groshan Fabiola

The Center of Disease Control in the United States has recently discovered by different testing, small but significant amounts of perchlorate in products like milk, fruit, and vegetables and even in the drinking water. Perchlorate is a chemical substance used in the space aviation as a rocket fuel. It is found in solid aggregate form and persists in food products for an increased period of time.

According to the latest studies of the Environmental Working Group, about 44 million women divided into pregnant ones and women with thyroid deficiencies are higher exposed to the danger represented by perchlorate chemicals. Also persons with low levels of iodine in their blood could be affected by the substance.

The chemical perchlorate causes a decrease of the secretion and release of thyroidal hormones in the pregnant women's blood, leading to a disturbance of the fetus development. Perchlorate can cause problems in the evolution of pregnancy because it affects the growth of the fetus; also perchlorate causes later development of the child after birth. Late consequences might be present in the anatomical and functional infant and teenage development as well. Abnormalities in the intellectual field or in the sexual development of the young girls are known.

In spite of the efforts of the Pentagon and the Bureau of National defense that tried to prove perchlorate is harmless for man, recent studies have revealed the contrary. They quote, perchlorate found in the drinking water is actually no threat to the people and especially to women's health. The newest researches of the Center of Disease Control have proved a serious risk for women caused by the amounts of perchlorate in food and drinks. Studies on abnormal thyroid gland show the high implication of the chemical substance in the variation of thyroid hormones.

Large quantities of perchlorate are manufactured in the United States every year, and the greatest part of it is used by the Minister of Defense as rocket and missile fuel. Smaller amounts of perchlorate are used to make fireworks and road flares. In very small amounts, perchlorate is utilized in the contamination of different fertilizers; this usage is decreasing today, but was higher in the 1900's.


In a scientific practical study, urine was collected from more than 3000 Americans for lab testing. The results are worrying: Many Americans have in their blood increased quantities of perchlorate, far higher levels than the ones needed to lower the secretion of the thyroid gland.

The Government as well as independent researchers have proved by over 1000 studies made, that the amounts of perchlorate found in food and drinks are extremely dangerous for the public health.


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  Understanding People With Schizophrenia
Author: Groshan Fabiola

Even in this days general knowledge about mental illness is very little, and because of these people with schizophrenia suffer greatly. They are very marginalized and not understood. On top of the fact that they have to deal with an incurable, chronic brain disease they must also put up with the ignorance and discrimination from the rest of the normal people. People with mental problems have to be real fighters because after learning to deal with all the problems they also must learn to deal with possible difficulties from friends, finding a suitable job and a place to live. Because of the way they are locked at and treated mental patients feel left apart from society, different and disrespected.

Many of us fear that mentally ill persons are violent, fact witch is very untrue. They are in fact quite the opposite: passive towards people next to them, fearful of others and even anxious. All these facts about the violence possibilities of mental patients are in fact based on old myths that showed them as violent and aggressive. Studies done show that again it is the other way around regarding the violent behavior of mental illness patients, the tendency being for them to be victims of violence and not otherwise. As in normal people the only danger presented by mentally ill patients towards other s is when drugs or alcohol are involved or when the patient has stopped medicating.

As in the case of violence, schizophrenia patients are not necessarily more predisposed to criminal action. But exceptions do exist when the illness aggravates and the untreated person has a slightly more agressive behavior. Hospitalization may some times be necessary in order to adequately treat the patient. Much attention should be given to these two measures that must be taken because sometimes the patient ends up in jail instead of correctly being taken to a mental institution where they can be treated accordingly with the disease they suffer from.

As said earlier people still make grave judgement errors regarding the problem: why is that person different. People go so far as to credit wild spirits for the fact that one person suffers from a mental disorder. Bad blood and lack of moral integrity are some other believes to cause these problems in people.

These days with the help of modern technology and better understanding from doctors things are beginning to change. Better understanding of the brain has lead to many breakthroughs and thus better opinions about mentally ill patients. The old believes as to why people suffer from those illnesses are also beginning to fade away.


For more resources about paranoid schizophrenia or even about types of schizophrenia please follow this link http://www.schizophrenia-info-center.com/

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  What Must you Know About Gallstones?
Author: Groshan Fabiola

Gallstones are a result of a malfunction of the gallbladder. They appear when the liquid inside the gallbladder hardens and creates small hard pieces that resemble to stone.

The bile is the liquid inside the gallbladder. It is produced by the liver and then kept inside the gallbladder until fat digestion is needed. It will then be pushed by the gallbladder into the common bile duct and then it will get inside the small intestine where it will perform its digestive function.

The bile is made out of water, bile salts, cholesterol, fats, proteins, and bilirubin. All these components give bile its yellowish color and break up the fats. The reason why gallstones form out of bile is because sometimes this bile composition can change containing a lot of cholesterol or a lot of bile salts and bilirubin.

Cholesterol stones have a yellow-greenish color and are made of cholesterol most of all. 80% of the gallstones are represented by cholesterol stones.

Another type of gallstones is that made out of pigment (bilirubin) and is small and dark.

The size of the gallstones is varied. Some stones are tiny but others can occupy the whole place in the gallbladder. Sometimes inside the gallbladder doctors find one stone and in other patients they might find 2 to 10 stones of different sizes and shapes.

The biliary system is made out of the gallbladder and the ducts. This system is carrying the bile from the liver towards the small intestine to help in the digestion process.

Gallstones can interfere with the bile's normal flow and can block it if they get stuck in any of the small ducts: the hepatic ducts, the cystic duct and the common bile duct. If the bile gets locked inside one of these ducts complications like pancreatitis or gallbladder inflammation can occur. Signs of such a problem are: jaundice, fever and intense pain that lasts a long time.

Gallstones form due to an increased quantity of cholesterol inside the bile, due to biliary tract infections and other assumptions like: hereditary blood disorders and cirrhosis.

Other factors that lead to gallstones formation are: obesity, ethnicity, age, gender, diabetes and rapid weight loss.

Obesity is considered a factor of risk because it reduces the amount of bile salts in bile and so cholesterol will be in an increased amount inside that bile.

Native Americans have a genetic predisposition for developing gallstones. They seem to secrete more cholesterol inside the bile than needed. Most of all those aged over 60 are suspected to be at risk of developing gallstones more frequent than others aged less then 60.

Women are exposed to this disease more than men. They might develop gallstones between 20 and 60 years of age. It seems that among the Pima Indians of Arizona 70% of the women aged under 30 have gallstones already. Mexican American men and women have a high risk of developing this affection too.

Those who have diabetes are considered to be exposed to gallstones because they have high levels of triglycerides which increase the risk of gallstones.

Is someone looses weight in a short while the fat will be metabolized by the body during this loss of weight and will determine the liver to secrete more cholesterol in the bile, resulting the gallstone's formation.

Also, pregnant women and those who follow hormone therapy based on estrogens can develop gallstones. Estrogen has been proven to increase the level of cholesterol inside the bile and decrease the gallbladder's movements.

Gallstones can give symptoms that look like attacks because they install suddenly.
Some of the classic symptoms are: nausea and vomiting, pain in the right upper abdomen that gets worse as time passes and pain in the right shoulder and the area between the shoulder blades. Bloating, belching, gas, jaundice, fever and indigestion are also present in such an attack.

Sometimes the gallstones give no symptoms and are considered to be silent stones. They generally do not interfere with the pancreas or gallbladder and to not require treatment.

Diagnosing gallstones is usually made by accident, especially the silent ones while performing some tests for other problems. If the doctor suspects that you feel sick because of gallstones he will ran an ultrasound test to see if gallstones are present. These ultrasounds are not harmful and are used even when showing the baby to the pregnant mother.

Other tests can also be performed like the CT which will show the complications too. A magnetic resonance cholangiogram can be used when suspecting that the bile ducts have been blocked by the gallstone. For showing a malfunction in the contraction of the gallbladder the cholescintigraphy will be used. This means that a radioactive material will be injected in the body and it will stimulate the gallbladder to contract showing any abnormalities in this process. Sometimes even blood tests will be requested to see signs of possible infection, obstruction or pancreatitis.

Doctors know that the symptoms of gallstones are similar to those of appendicitis, pancreatitis, hepatitis, heart attack and ulcers and will perform tests to eliminate these diseases before diagnosing gallstones.

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  The Benefits Of Pure Mangosteen Juice
Author: D Fraser

There are a lot of benefits to be had from pure mangosteen juice, where do they come from? From the powerful antioxidants and nutritional components from the mangosteen fruit. This fruit is praised as one of the most powerful and healthy fruits from the tropical areas. It's considered to be very delicious, and rare; only ripening twice a year.

About the same size as a tangerine the mangosteen is smooth and dark purple in color (the rind that is). The fleshy tasty fruit inside is white, and the majority of those who try it say its one of the most exquisite fruits they've tasted. The fruit has been used to help control fever, p;ain, and even ward of particular infections before they start. Those that drink pure mangosteen juice, or take a supplement say they experience increased energy, and protection against disease and illness. It also acts as a wonderful natural anti inflammatory.

What are the Benefits of Pure Mangosteen Juice?

There are not a lot of brands offering 100% pure mangosteen juice, actually to the best of knowledge there is only one. The majority of mangosteen juice makers use a portion of mangosteen fruit, mixed with a variety of other high antioxidant fruit juices. Xango is one of the manufacturers of mangosteen juice, that offers a blend such as this.

One of the most amazing things about pure mangosteen juice and the fruit also is that it's not the inner white part of the fruit that holds all of the nutritional and healthy value. How ever it is the pericap that possesses all of the antioxidants, as it is the single best supply known of for the powerful xanthones. Pure mangosteen juice provides us all of this but in an easy to ingest drinking form.

Drinking pure mangosteen juice really is a type of supplement, you're able to ingest all of the nutritional power of the mangosteen fruit in a potent small serving. Of course it's really the only way for us to take advantage of the health benefits of the mangosteen fruit here in North America as it's not imported as a whole fruit.

Studied more then any other fruit the mangosteen hold huge nutritional power. The xanthones available in pure mangosteen juice leave you feeling re-energized, refreshed, and rejuvenated, all while helping strengthen your immune system, ward of illnesses and leave you feeling great.

Indeed, the mangosteen can be ingested in many different forms. Regardless of what form you take the mangosteen in, as long as you are sure that the product's main ingredient is actually that of mangosteen, then you can be sure that you are receiving even half of the plentiful beneficiary components that are found in anything derived from the mangosteen fruit.

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  Retin-a: Treatment for Acne
Author: Adam Frazer

Acne affected skin mask the beauty of your skin. Acne can affect anyone from the age of 10-40 years. This inflammatory skin is characterized by occurrence of pustules, comedones, whiteheads, and blackheads. Some of the causes which may result in acne are stress, genetics, and hormonal imbalances amid others. No one factor can attribute to occurrence of acne, but a blend of these or other causes. Acne can scar your skin if not dealt with at an opportune time. Acne does not have a cure but it can be definitely treated.

Retin-A is an effectual acne treatment which can help you out to achieve a clear and healthy skin. Retin-A is a derivative of Vitamin-A which works by unplugging the acne follicles and pushing them on the surface of the skin. Owing to this fact, you may feel that your acne is worsening but it is getting treated. Usage of Retin-A topical medication is beneficial is prevention of creation of comedones and also in reducing fine wrinkles.

Treatment of acne, Retin-A is customarily applied on the acne affected area before going to bed at night. Prior to application of Retin- A, cleanse the acne affected area with mild cleanser. While Retin-A (tretinoin) application, keep away from direct contact with eyes, mouth or mucous membranes. Incase, eyes, mouth, or mucous membrane do come in direct contact with Retin-A, report immediately to a doctor for appropriate medical assistance. Pregnant women and nursing mothers should consult their doctor prior to initiating Retin-A treatment.

Usage of Retin-A may source peeling of skin, mild stinging, and redness in the initial phase of treatment. These symptoms usually evade within a passage of time with continual usage of Retin-A. While using Retin-A medication follow a few precautionary measures as advised by your dermatologist. Keep away from extended exposure to sunlight as the use of Retin- A makes skin sun-sensitive. Wear protective clothing and apply sun blocks with a minimum of SPF-15.



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  Evolution of the Coffee Recipe
Author: Masni Rizal Mansor

Once upon a time, long after coffee was discovered, people used to have it mixed with hot water - plain and simple. There was no coffee recipe concept in existence. Out of the blue - and there are no records about the date - people discovered that while rotating and savoring coffee in their mouth, their taste buds could taste bitterness, acidic content, sweetness and saltiness depending upon how the taste buds sent out the taste signals. People felt that if these tastes were mixed with some other food or beverage, then the coffee taste might be enhanced. They started experimenting with coffee by adding milk, chocolate, and other flavors. This was the birth of the coffee recipe.

Evolution Of The Coffee Recipe

The earliest and best-known coffee recipe to mankind is coffee with milk. Maybe people got bored of drinking coffee with hot water or drinking plain milk, but one fine day they decided to mix coffee with milk and the recipe was a super-hit. The coffee recipe inventors literally tasted blood. Coffee marketers joined hands with them and there was no resting now. After milk came chocolate, after chocolate came flavorings, then syrups and then food and then liqueurs too. The coffee recipe brigade just kept marching on!

The Coffee Recipe In The 21st Century

As things stand now, a coffee recipe is used not just in making basic or designer coffees. A great coffee recipe can be a dessert or a sweet - For example, a basic coffee-based candy can be roasted coffee beans covered with chocolate. Coffee is added even to meats because it brings out the meat flavors with a subtle touch - but not a strong touch - of coffee flavor. So a coffee recipe can relate to basic and designer coffees, desserts as well as meat-foods.

Naming A Coffee Recipe

A coffee recipe concoction is usually called by a fancy name. The basic Café Latte is nothing but coffee with steamed milk ( Latte is Italian for milk), a Cappuccino is one-third each of espresso, milk and foam! The Turkish Kahwa is nothing but black coffee brewed along with a few spices (cloves, cardamom, and sometimes even ginger), but people want to have a go at it because of its exotic name. Fancy coffees in cafes are often served with a dash of flavorings or syrups such as caramel, almond, hazelnut, vanilla, etc.

Well, we've had enough of coffee recipes. It's time for a break now. Coffee, anyone?

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  Fighting Stress Without Using Alcohol
Author: Ed Philips

Many of us have problems with stress and this can sometimes lead to the misuse of alcohol.

If you have a situation that has led you to abusing alcohol and need some ideas to reduce the stress while avoiding using alcohol, Parts One and Two of this article may help.

A little bit of stress is good but too much stress is not. Sometimes we are so stressed out we turn to alcohol and at some point may realize we are having a problem with the overuse of it.

It may be time to think about stress and the effect it is having on you. You may need ways to deal with your stress while staying away from alcohol.

There are many possible problems with long-term stress. Alcohol use can intensify these problems even though the use of alcohol may seem to relax you at first.

The situation becomes difficult and even life-threatening when alcohol is used to an extreme and becomes an addition.

When you are dealing with too much stress you may find that you are having trouble sleeping. You may develop frequent headaches even if they have never been a problem for you before.

Constipation or diarrhea can become daily occurrences and you may also notice that you don't have the concentration you used to have.

A person who is under a lot of stress may experience a greater level of irritability.

Mix this with a moderate or high usage of alcohol and your stress level may become even worse. Your energy may drop off and you may feel sad at times or angry.

The use of alcohol in addition to the stress will not improve the situation.

Eating may become an issue and people often overeat and gain far too much weight or they may not be hungry, eat very little and become too thin.

People who live with too much stress can have high tension levels as well as a higher risk of asthma and arthritis flare-ups.

Depression and anxiety often accompany those who are dealing with too much stress.

When alcohol is used as a way to fix the problem other health issues may arise. Heart problems and high blood pressure can become factors.

Irritable bowel syndrome is another possibility and alcohol consumption certainly does not help this condition.

There are many other ways to handle too much stress. As you can imagine when alcohol is used to alleviate stress the problems may only multiply.

In the second part of this series we will give you healthier ways to handle stress. You can give up alcohol and find ways to make too much stress a thing of the past. You will feel better and be able to live a life free of alcohol.

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  5 Steps To Responsible Drinking Habits
Author: Gabriel Adams

If you personally make the choice that you are going to drink alcohol, whether on a regular basis or occasionally, you need to be sure that you always drink responsibly. There are a variety of different habits that you need to get into if you are going to drink in a responsible manner. Remember that you will be held responsible for your actions, whether you were drinking or not, so it is important that you only drink in a responsible manner. The following are a few tips that can help you with responsible drinking habits.

1. Only Drink When YOU Want To
It may be easy for you to be pressured into drinking alcohol by friends, but you should only drink whenever you feel like you want to. If you are not comfortable drinking in a certain environment, or you are just not in the mood to drink, stick to how you feel and do not let others dictate when and where you drink.

2. Know When To Stop
If you decide to drink alcohol, you need to be responsible enough to know when you need to stop drinking. If you want to test your limits, make sure you do it at home with someone you trust so you can get an idea of when you should stop before you become out of control and unaware. Many people find that drinking any more than one drink in an hour can cause problems.

3. Drink Slowly
If you are going to drink responsibly you need to be sure that you drink slowly. People get drunk quickly when they gulp down drinks and do not realize how much they are consuming. Take the time to enjoy what you are drinking and focus on the wonderful flavors instead of drinking a large quantity quickly.

4. Double Fist Your Drinks
If you are drinking an alcoholic beverage it is a great idea to have a glass of water there as well and drink the two together. Drinking the water in between sips of your alcohol can help to keep the concentration of the alcohol down in your blood stream. You are also less likely to have a hangover the next day if you keep hydrated as well.

5. Designate a Driver
If you are going out and plan on drinking, always make sure that someone is designated to drive and that they have no alcohol whatsoever. If there is no designated driver, you should be the responsible one and abstain from drinking. Remember that driving under the influence, no matter how little, can kill.

Having responsible drinking habits is very important if you are planning to consume alcohol. Being responsible while drinking can keep you healthy, keep you out of embarrassing situations, and most important of all - it can save your life.

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  Weight Loss
Author: Daphne Succes

Many people may be surprised to know that, in some cases, weight loss programs may be tax deductible. If they are part of a doctor recommended diet, weight loss programs may be considered to be medical expenses and can sometimes be claimed as a deduction on income taxes. Publication 502 provides information relating to eligibility, including the minimum percentage of gross income that medical and/or dental expenses must meet or exceed in order to be tax deductible. The amount, if any, of allowable deductions should be noted on Form 1040 Schedule A from the IRS.

In order to accurately deduct medical expenses, you may only include those that you pay for yourself or those that you have paid for someone who was considered to be a spouse or dependent at the time the services were rendered or at the time that you paid for them.

When it comes to tax deductions, it is important to know which expenses are permitted and which are not. Among the non-eligible tax deductions relating to medical expenses are the cost of nutritional or herbal supplements, vitamins or natural medicines unless they are recommended by a physician as part of a supervised diet program that may be used to treat obesity or another type of ailment that may be endangering your health. A physician may be able to recommend an entire diet program that is tax deductible.

One of the most important aspects of an effective diet program is being active. If you have been diagnosed with obesity, hypertension or heart disease, you may be able to include the costs that you incur for the purpose of losing weight if it is part of a treatment program designed to treat a specific ailment as diagnosed by a physician. This does include any fees that you may pay for membership in a weight loss group and/or meeting attendance. You cannot, however, deduct expenses relating to a gym membership, spa or health club. If, at any of these locations, you participate in specific weight loss activities and are charged a fee for such, you may be able to include the cost as part of your medical expenses.

Diet food, which is often part of a commercial weight loss program, is not tax deductible. This includes both the food and beverages due to the fact that they are considered to be a substitute for that which would normally be used to satisfy the body's nutritional requirements. The one exception to this rule, in which case you may be able to deduct the cost of special foods, is when/if the food relieves or treats some type of illness and the need for such food is confirmed by a physician's diagnosis.

If your health insurance company reimburses you for your medical expenses at any time throughout the year, you cannot then deduct those same expenses on your income taxes. On a final note, you cannot deduct the expenses related to a weight loss program that is designed for the purpose of improving your appearance or other cosmetic reasoning. In order to correctly claim exemptions relating to diet programs, the program and its components must be recommended by a physician.

The information in this article is designed to be used as reference purposes only. It should not be used as, in place of or in conjunction with professional tax, legal or medical advice. If you have any questions relating to tax deductions and a diet program, consult with your physician, a local tax advisor and/or the IRS.

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Daphne Succes Writer, Business Owner, Motivator and Self-Starter Independent Consultant for Passion Parties http://www.daphnespassion.com
 
  Anti-aging Skin Care
Author: Daphne Succes

As each day passes, we age and so does our skin. When it comes to the visible signs of aging, we all look for ways to hide them with the use of anti-aging skin care products. Although we cannot permanently erase them, we can certainly minimize the fine lines and wrinkles that are a very common occurrence with age.

Age is inevitable, but there are ways to effectively combat the early and visible signs when it comes to our skin. One such way is to avoid excessive exposure to the sun, which often results in premature aging. In addition, tanning beds can also promote early aging signs and some even believe that they may be more harmful than the sun itself. Rather than soaking up the rays from the sun or a tanning bed just to get a hint of color on your skin, many experts recommend self-tanning lotions for a healthy glow without exposing your skin to potential damage.

In addition to prescription skin care products, a number of over-the-counter products are available. One of the most popular, Oil of Olay, offers an entire product line for aging skin and is commonly found at both retail and specialty beauty shops. When shopping for any type of skin care product, it's important to take notice of some important factors that may help you to make a more informed decision as to which regimen will be the most effective for your situation. What, if any, potential side effects do the product carry? How long has the company been in business and what is their reputation? How long will it take for a particular product to show results? Does the company offer a guarantee? These are all common questions that require very important answers.

Primarily designed for the face and neck, anti-aging skin care products are also available for treating other areas, including hands that are bothered with age spots. Regardless of the skin surface to be cared for, it is a good idea to apply the product to a small test area prior to moving forward with the entire treatment. This will ensure that the product is not irritating to the skin, which is rare but often possible with any type of skin care product. If a reaction does occur on the small test area, wash the product off immediately and discontinue use. If there are no signs of irritation, the product should then be applied according to the manufacturer's directions. It's important to perform this test prior to each use and even if the product has been used previously.

The information in this article is to be used for reference purposes only. It should not be used as, in place of or in conjunction with professional medical advice regarding the use of anti-aging skin care products. Prior to beginning any type of skin care regimen, you should consult with a dermatologist and/or licensed physician for more information and/or a recommended plan of treatment.

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Daphne Succes Writer, Business Owner, Motivator and Self-Starter Independent Consultant for Passion Parties http://www.daphnespassion.com
 
  Panthenol And Your Skin - What You Need To Know
Author: Ryan Cote

Panthenol is a non-irriating form of Vitamin B that is usually derived from plants. When this natural, hydrating vitamin is applied externally, it penetrates into lower skin layers, gets absorbed into your skin cells and turns into pantothenic acid (commonly known as Vitamin B5). Because panthenol is absorbed deeply into the skin, it adds essential moisture and has a desirable plumping effect.

Panthenol, with its humectant-like properties, penetrates into layers beneath the surface of your skin so it can be used to treat a myriad of minor skin disorders and irritations. This natural substance is safe to use on your skin and can even be administered internally. In 1984, panthenol was included in the list of over the counter drugs published by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In 1987, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) concluded that panthenol was safe to use in cosmetics as a humectant, emollient and moisturizer.

Over the past twenty years, panthenol has been effectively used to treat sunburns, irritations, dryness and other minor skin disorders. This non-toxic vitamin has incredible absorption properties and helps to diminish wrinkles by infusing moisture into the deeper layers of your skin. In 1995, a study conducted by LH Leung also suggested panthenol as an alternative treatment for acne because it counteracts bacteria. Panthenol can be found in a variety of skin care products developed to treat dry, normal, combination and acne-prone skin.

Using panthenol in your skin will help to keep it smooth by helping to maintain its natural moisture balance and counteracting surface bacteria. Panthenol reduces inflammation, soothes irritation and initiates the rebuilding of your skin. The healing properties of this vitamin have also been proven to be beneficial for stronger hair and nails.

The regular use of moisturizers, toners, shampoos and conditioners that include panthenol naturally ensure a softer, more attractive appearance everyday.

About the Author:
Ryan Cote is the owner of ChinaDollSkin.com, a plant and milk-based natural facial skin care product line. Experience the difference great skin care products can make.
 
  Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor
Author: Stan Kitchen

In the 'old days', doctors took blood pressure with a large, scratchy piece of fabric that they wrapped around your upper arm. They then erratically pumped air into the fabric until you thought your arm would explode. Today, taking blood pressure is easier, faster and more comfortable with the use of ambulatory blood pressure monitors. These monitors are great for checking blood pressure over an extended period of time.

Basics

First, the basics of what a blood pressure monitor does. Blood pressure is created in the blood vessels of the body as the heart pumps blood into the circulatory system. As the heart contracts, you can measure that systolic pressure with a blood pressure cuff. Similarly, you can measure diastolic pressure, in the moment when the heart muscle relaxes.

Knowing both of these pressure readings can help a doctor see whether your heartbeat is within normal ranges. The normal range for systolic pressure is around 120 to 140 beats per minute, and around 80-90 beats per minute diastolic pressure.

Most people don't realize that high blood pressure doesn't usually come with built in symptoms. And the only way to find out for certain whether you have high blood pressure is by using a blood pressure monitor.

Blood Pressure Monitors

There are several different blood pressure monitor models and styles, among them the wristband blood pressure monitor and an ambulatory blood pressure monitor. Both are used for different reasons. If your doctor wants your blood pressure checked several times a day, for example, it's more feasible for you to wear an ambulatory blood pressure monitor.

You wear an ambulatory blood pressure monitor so your doctor can record blood pressure every fifteen minutes to half an hour while you go about your business. You don't have to stay in the hospital or doctor's office with this particular monitor.

A blood pressure cuff is wrapped around the upper left arm, like usual, and under clothing if needed. The blood pressure monitor cuff is connected to a small monitor about the size of an old fashioned transistor radio that can be attached to a belt or slid into a pants pocket.

Ambulatory Monitor

The ambulatory monitor is the best one to use when a doctor is monitoring a patient who might have borderline high blood pressure, or if high blood pressure has been difficult to control. Monitoring your daily activities with this special blood pressure monitor makes it easy on both patient and doctor.

The ambulatory blood pressure monitor cuff checks blood pressure automatically. You don't have to do anything and it works while you're sleeping, eating, gardening or watching television. The doctor will probably want you to record your activities during the day so he'll know how often and when you were active or sedentary. You usually wear this monitor for twenty-four hours and then return to the doctor's office. Medical personnel will transfer the information stored in the monitor to a computer that will process the information.

An ambulatory blood pressure monitor is an efficient, painless way to record blood pressure over time. In addition, it gives you the freedom to get on with your daily activities and chores.

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  Healthy Recipes - Exactly What Is Meant By It?
Author: Sarah H

Health Recipes can be a mixture of diet, vegetarian dishes or special diets that your doctor may have ordered because of an illness that you may be suffering with, such as diabetes. There are different reasons for different types of health recipes. People who are vegetarians, for example would consider creating healthy recipes that would include an alternative for proteins in their diet, because of the lack of meat. Then there are people who practice Yoga and only eat certain types of foods.

There are lots of natural food stores opening up in different part of the world specializing in purely natural foods, these are becoming quite popular. People have even written books on natural foods and what are the advantages and where you can purchase them and so on. It is up to the individual to decide what sort of recipes they would like to use and what is the purpose of using them.

Organic foods are the healthiest foods and any food made from mostly organic food items would most likely be considered a healthy recipe. You see most foods people eat especially fast foods, which everyone loves, are not healthy for us because they contain too many carbohydrates and a lot of artificial products. That is why it is important to eat as many healthy foods as possible, it makes you feel healthier and it is important to maintain a good balanced diet. A good place you would find ingredients for all your healthy recipes is at an organic food store. Not all foods are created equally, when you buy fruits, vegetables and meats from large scale businesses, it is usually not as healthy as you would think because most large companies put many chemicals into their products to make the items grow faster and bigger.

Food recipes are not the only types of healthy recipes, some people would also consider exercise as a healthy type of recipe for the body while again others may use reading as a healthy recipe for the brain. You can find lots of healthy recipes on the internet, but another place you may find some good healthy recipes are in an organic food store. These stores are eager to promote their products and would be more than willing to assist you in making the right decision on what to eat in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. In a nut shell healthy recipes are simply just recipes that are good for you.

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Find more ideas and resources on health related matters at http://www.questionsonhealth.net a website offering views, opinions and factual resources on topics such as heart rate monitors, healthy eating advice and even understanding the causes of high blood pressure.
 
  Dentist New York Will Surely Recommend the Best Treatment for you
Author: Erzana Jones

Healthy and shiny teeth add to the looks of your face. In fact, a beautiful smile considered as one of the best healing methods. And a dentist is the person who works hard to improve your smile, so that you are able to get compliments. If you happen to reside in New York, then you can pay visit to your dentist for regular checkups. After all, health is wealth and no compromises can be made on this issue. Dental defects affect your smile to a great extent and may keep you aloof from your social gathering. In this way, you will be losing everything if your smile is not perfect. And being health conscious, you will surely take on the methods of improving the smile.

A dentist New York can be your best friend, if you discuss each and every dental defect in detail. Well, this consultation period will help the dentist to take up particular treatment that will help you to regain the lost smile. There are numerous treatments that are applied to varied dental defects. And this makes it mandatory for every patient of dental defect to go for consultation sessions with dentist. This will help them to decide over the treatment that is best suitable to cure that particular ailment. After all, everyone wants to have healthy teeth and a smile that makes them look good.

Every other dental defect has treatment pertaining to it. If you have yellowish stains on your teeth and want to get rid of it, then a dentist would apply teeth whitening treatment methods on you. Under this treatment process, dentist in New York and any other state would make use of bleach that contains certain amount of peroxides. Well, peroxides are whitening agents that will remove the stains on your teeth and give them the desired whiteness along with shine. For this treatment, you are required to go to a dentist who is a specialist in carrying out this procedure.

Due to the excessive intake of coffee, tobacco and smoking, a variety of people have developed dental defects. Dental problems can occur at any given point of time. It is not only with old aged people; rather it can also happen to adolescents. The basic idea of visiting dentist is to get your teeth corrected well in time. As people are becoming more and more health conscious these days, they are continuously visiting dentist near their place. This will help them to regain that lost confidence which kept them away from social gatherings.

If you are not able to locate a dentist near your place in New York, then internet is the bets option for you. You will not only find details about the treatments that they give in their clinic, but also their contact address and telephone numbers. Apart from this, you will also get to read about their previous treatments and results. But, don't just get swayed by what is written on their websites. Always go and meet the dentist personally and discuss your problem in detail. After all, it's the matter of your looks and you can't decide in a hurry.

About the Author:

Erzana Jones has special interest in dentistry and health related topics.She has been working for Manhattan dental SPA since the last 3 years.For more information about Manhattan Dental SPA,invisible braces,dentist New York or any kind of dental emergency visit www.manhattandentalspa.com

 

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