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Seven Secrets About Breast Cancer

2011-11-18T16:31:00.001+05:30

Secret #1 The Money Spent On Research Into Breast Cancer Is Not Ensuring That Less Women Get Breast Cancer.

Secret #2 You Do Need To Act Against Getting Breast Cancer Before You Reach 50 And You Cannot Rely On Mammograms.

Secret #3 You Are At Risk Of Getting Breast Cancer Even If You Don't Have It In Your Family.

Secret #4 Most Of The Money Spent On Research Is Not Going Into Prevention To Ensure That Less Women Suffer The Devastating Effects Of Breast Cancer In The Future.

Secret #5 Most Women Are Not Breast Aware And Are Afraid Of Breast Cancer.

Secret #6 Women Are Not Given Lots Of Advice On How They Can Protect Their Breasts Against Breast Cancer.

Secret #7 Most Women Do Not Appreciate How Important Their Breasts Are And Do Not Do Everything They Can To Look After And Protect Them.

The above "secrets" are things which are not commonly known by most women and may be surprising to you. In this article, I intend to shed light on these facts and allow women to make up their own minds how they approach their breast health.

SECRET #1 THE MONEY SPENT ON RESEARCH INTO BREAST CANCER IS NOT ENSURING THAT LESS WOMEN GET BREAST CANCER.

The Pink Ribbon and Breast Cancer Awarenss Month was introduced in the US in 1985 and introduced to the UK in 1993. The Pink Ribbon Foundation is fronted by the Estee Lauder group of companies (known for cosmetics and skincare).

Since then the pink ribbon symbol has become synonymous with breast cancer and during the past 15 years billions of pounds have been raised in its name. Every October the world celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month and fund raising during that month is phenomenal. All the breast cancer charities vie with each other to see who can come up with the most innovative "pink" fundraising. They run pink parties and sell pink products in order to raise money. Many companies take part and do special promotions during October for their preferred charity. "Pink" is big business.

So with all this money being raised during October and also at other times during the year through events like charity runs and walks, is there an impact on the breast cancer rates in the UK and around the world? Are they coming down? Are fewer women suffering from the devastating effects of breast cancer?

Unfortunately, the answer is 'no'.

In the UK, from 1993-2004, breast cancer incidence has increased 18.5%, that is 1% per year. 1 in 9 women will get the disease during their lifetime with current projections of 1 in 7 by 2010. 45,500 women were diagnosed in 2005, which equates to 125 women every day. Worldwide more than a million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. It is also projected that breast cancer rates will rise most in developing countries, where women do not have access to top quality care and where they can also be treated as outcasts in certain societies.

Breast cancer survival rates have improved. Every year more than 12,300 women and 70 men die from breast cancer. Since the peak in the late 1980s breast cancer death rates have fallen by a third. Breast cancer drugs have helped to save women's lives but, as with any drugs, can have long-term side affects.

Also the cost of these drugs puts great strain on the NHS. If breast cancer rates continue to increase as they have been doing, then, according to Professor Karol Sikora as reported in the Daily Mail on 09/09/08, "the next generation of drugs would keep patients alive longer, but could swallow half of the current NHS cancer budget within four years. (this refers to all cancer drugs at a cost of £50 billion).

With the billions being raised by people around the world in the name of breast cancer, is it right that actually more women are getting this devastating disease every year?

SECRET #2 YOU DO NEED TO ACT AGAINST GETTING BREAST CANCER BEFORE YOU REACH 50 AND YOU CANNOT RELY ON MAMMOGRAMS.

Women in the UK are offered breast screening by mammogram every three years from the age of 50. This is because breast cancer is still more common in women over 50 but also because the breast tissue of younger women is denser and, therefore, makes it more difficult for a mammogram to pick up on a potential breast lump.

However, this could be giving the message to younger women that they don't need to check their breasts themselves. Based on my experience during my breast health talks, very few younger women check their breasts. The main reasons for this are that no-one has shown them how to, they don't know what to do, they think that they only need to worry if breast cancer is in the family (see Secret #3) or they are afraid that they might find something.

For a younger woman it is even more important to check her breasts from her mid-twenties as breast cancer in younger women is usually much more aggressive as the breast cancer cells can multiply more rapidly than in older women. If girls were taught by their mothers to check their breasts from their mid-twenties, they would not be afraid - it would just be part of their general regime of looking after themselves. Also they would feel confident about what to do. Breast self-examination is easy to do once you have been shown how and there are even devices on the market which can help you do so with confidence and greater accuracy.

Breast cancer is the biggest killer of women aged 35-54, which means it makes sense for women in this age bracket to do everything they can to protect their breasts.

Furthermore, I do not believe that we should rely on mammograms either. Women are only screened every three years and, usually, a mammogram can only detect a breast tumour once it has been growing for 8 years. By the time the tumour reaches 10 years, it could be too late. The other thing to remember is that a mammogram can only screen the part of the breast which can be put into the "clamp". It cannot screen under the armpit or between the breasts for example.

Lastly, there is growing concern over the safety of mammograms. The following are extracts from an article written by Peter Leando PhD.

"Controversy has raged for years as to whether the risks related to the radiation exposure suffered from mammography are justified by the benefits gained ...... new evidence relating to the particular type of radiation used and the hard evidence relating to the clinical benefits of mammography have caused a serious re-evaluation of the justification of mammography as a screening test.

Radiation from routine mammography cannot be directly compared to other types of X-ray like chest X-ray etc because they are very different types of radiation.

The comparisons that have been used between a chest x-ray and mammography, 1/1,000 of a rad (radiation-absorbed dose) for a chest X-ray and the 1 rad exposure for the routine four films taken of both breasts for a mammographic screening exam results in some 1,000 times greater exposure. (This refers to the US, where they do four-way screening. In the UK typically only two-way screening is offered.)

This is considered a significant risk factor when extended over a ten year screening period and a potential accumulative dose of 10 rads. Unfortunately this is not the major risk posed by the particular type of radiation used by mammograms, mammography X-rays use a low energy form of ionising radiation that causes greater biologic damage than the high energy X-ray. The very low energy electrons affect the density of ionisation tracks that pass through the tissue, which can cause complex damage to the DNA and carcinogenic changes.

The radiation used by mammography is almost 5 times more effective at causing cancer." So, women do need to start checking their breasts from their early twenties and we cannot rely on mammograms 100%, particularly for younger women who would have a greater exposure to radiation during their lifetime if they were offered mammograms from a younger age. Also mammograms do not detect Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) which is a much rarer form of the disease and does not involve a lump. This would only detected by a woman looking for changes to her breasts and reporting them to her doctor.

SECRET #3 YOU ARE AT RISK OF GETTING BREAST CANCER EVEN IF YOU DON'T HAVE IT IN YOUR FAMILY.

Amongst the hundreds of women I have talked to about breast health, the vast majority were under the false impression that breast cancer is primarily hereditary. They were surprised to hear that fewer than 10% of cases occur to women who have breast cancer in the family.

In fact, every woman is at risk and should take control of her own breast health to give herself the best possible chance of prevention or early detection.

The other most common acknowledged risk factors are:

Age - breast cancer is more common in women over 50
Early puberty - it is worrying that puberty is starting younger, with most girls starting their periods at primary school
Late pregnancy - many woman are opting to have children later
Late onset menopause
Not having children and not breastfeeding - this was known as early as the 18th century when a doctor in Italy noticed that nuns had higher levels of breast cancer than the general population
Being overweight - this applies mainly to post-menopausal women
Alcohol - over-consumption increases the risk of breast cancer

Acknowledged risk factors account for around 50% of breast cancer cases. For the remainder, there are no definite reasons.

There are a growing number of scientists, commercial companies and individuals who believe that this remaining 50% is due to the rise of the number of chemicals which have been introduced over the past 50 years. They are used in our food, in our toiletries, in the workplace, in our clothes, in our furnishings - in fact, in every aspect of our lives. Many of these chemicals are endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDC's), also known as hormone disruptors or oestrogen mimickers. In simple terms, they act like oestrogen in our bodies and could be responsible for changing our delicate hormone balance which controls events like pregnancy, puberty, menopause.

An interesting example of the levels of oestrogen of British women was examined in a collaborative study undertaken in the late 80's between Oxford University, the Chinese Academy of Preventive Medicine Beijing, Guys, and the Dept. of Preventive Medicine, L.A., California. They compared blood-serum concentrations of hormones linked to breast cancer between women in rural China and in Britain. The results showed that British women who are exposed to toxic chemicals in their everyday lives had increasingly higher levels of oestradiol (oestrogen) than women living a rural lifestyle in China (see table below).

On this theme, the Guardian online reported on 22/05/07 that 'Beijing blames pollutants for rise in killer cancers'.

Oestradiol levels higher in British women by: Age 35 - 44 36% Age 45 - 54 90% Age 55 - 64 171%

SECRET #4 MOST OF THE MONEY SPENT ON RESEARCH IS NOT GOING INTO PREVENTION TO ENSURE THAT FEWER WOMEN SUFFER THE DEVASTATING EFFECTS OF BREAST CANCER IN THE FUTURE.

As we know, billions of pounds are raised every year worldwide in the name of breast cancer and most of this money is received by the mainstream breast cancer charities. In my opinion, the areas which should be targeted by these funds are prevention, treatment and care. You would probably expect these areas, at least, to be treated with equal importance and the funds available allocated accordingly.

Let's first take a look at the mainstream breast cancer charities in this country, namely Cancer Research UK (who obviously deal with all cancers), Breakthrough Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer Campaign and Breast Cancer Care.

Cancer Research UK has done a huge amount of research into breast cancer and their website has a wealth of useful information with a lot of detail on breast cancer. Their slogan is 'Together We Will Beat Cancer'. The charity offers funding schemes to scientists. Their research strategy is directed at reducing mortality from cancer and more women are surviving breast cancer than ever before. Cancer Research UK is looking trying to prevent breast cancer in women known to be at high risk of developing it (approx 10% of sufferers). Doctors have looked into using tamoxifen and other hormone blocking drugs such as anastrozole (Arimidex) to lower the risk of breast cancer in women with a strong family history. This work has to be done very carefully. These women are healthy and the treatment aimed at preventing breast cancer must not risk their health in other ways.

Breakthrough Breast Cancer supports a programme of cutting-edge biological research to reach their vision of 'a future free from the fear of breast cancer'. Breakthrough set up the UK's first dedicated breast cancer research centre in 1999, the Breakthrough Toby Robins Breast Cancer Research Centre. Breakthrough is funding The Generations Study whosepurpose is primarily to investigate environmental, behavioural, hormonal and genetic causes of breast cancer, and secondarily to investigate the causes of other cancers and diseases, by means of a UK cohort study to be established of more than 100,000 women in the UK aged 18 years and older at entry.

However, when you look at environmental factors as a possible risk factor, it seems to be dismissed because it is too difficult to research due to the huge amount of chemicals to which we are exposed in our everyday lives. You can read more at their website under "risk factors".

As I have mentioned, I am one of the many people who believe that certain chemicals which act like oestrogen in our bodies are a contributing factor in rising breast cancer rates. I am disappointed to see that Breakthrough are not even including this as a possible risk factor, particularly as we know that excessive oestrogen has been linked to breast cancer cell growth.

Breast Cancer Campaign cites its mission is to beat breast cancerby funding innovative world-class research to understand how breast cancer develops, leading to improved diagnosis, treatment, prevention and cure.

The charity is supporting 97 projects worth over £12.8 million in 41 locations throughout the UK. Over the past 13 years, Campaign has awarded 232 grants with a total value of over £23 million to universities, medical schools / teaching hospitals and research institutes across the UK. Campaign's breast cancer research gap analysis document has been published by the open access journal Breast Cancer Research.

The document entitled 'Evaluation of the current knowledge limitations in breast cancer research: a gap analysis' is the product of two and a half year project. It involved around 60 of the key breast cancer scientists in the UK.

Through their website, they sell products of various types and the companies who own those brands donate part of their profits to the Campaign. They include things like lip gloss, perfume, toiletries, clothing and stationery. Some of us would say that many of the products include harmful ingredients and are not actually contributing to the breast health of the ladies buying them! I was also disappointed that, although they mention prevention in their mission statement, I have one of their leaflets that shows prevention only receives 1% of their budget.

Breast Cancer Care, as its name suggests, is primarily concerned with the care and treatment of ladies going through breast cancer. It provides invaluable information and support.

I applaud all of these organisations who are dedicated to their work to help us understand and treat breast cancer.

However, I still believe that the risk factor of certain chemicals affecting our delicate hormone balance should be taken seriously and that all the available research should be studied. It is important to note that only 50% of breast cancer cases can be put down to one of the acknowledged risk factors. What is this remaining 50%? What has changed in our world over the past 50 years? It is also interesting that other countries are recognising the dangers of these chemicals and banning substances. I also believe in adopting the 'precautionary principle', which means that if there is a doubt over the safety to public health, then we should not wait until it is too late but take action as soon as possible. It has also been proved that there are alternatives to these potentially harmful chemicals when we see the growing number of companies who are selling safer food, cosmetics and toiletries.

This is why I am an active supporter of Breast Cancer UK, the only charity whose main focus is primary prevention. We are determined that breast cancer should be a 'preventable' disease not an 'inevitable' one. There is lots of research available on the link between endocrine disrupting chemicals and breast cancer. It is time that this was taken into account when looking at breast cancer risk factors.

SECRET #5 MOST WOMEN ARE NOT BREAST AWARE AND ARE AFRAID OF BREAST CANCER.

Despite the huge focus on being breast aware, particularly during Breast Cancer Awareness month in October, the majority of women are not breast aware. In fact, most women pay little attention to their breasts and do very little to look after them, except maybe during breastfeeding. Our breasts represent our femininity - they make us feel sexy and they nourish our children. Yet most women don't even know what their breasts feel like, let-alone check them for anything unusual.

It is so important that women take control of their own breast health by undertaking monthly self-examination to check for any changes. If they find a lump and go to their doctor straight away, the chances are the lump will be benign (80% are) or, if it is cancerous, they are giving themselves the best possible chance of recovery. At Stage One, women have around a 95% chance of surviving beyond 5 years. At Stage One the lump is less than 2cm and has not spread to the lymph nodes or anywhere else in the body. At Stage Four this survival rate drops to 1 in 10. The average size of lump discovered accidentally by women who don't check their breasts regularly is approximately 3.6 cm.

I have spoken with hundreds of women through my breast education work and most women do not check their breasts because they don't know what to do, they don't realize that all women are at risk, they don't know about the four stages of breast cancer and the corresponding survival rates, they don't really think about the need to do anything to look after their breasts or they are afraid that they might find something.

According to research by Breast Cancer Campaign, breast cancer is the most feared disease amongst women. Fear is usually due to a lack of knowledge. This is certainly the case here. If women understood everything detailed here, they would want to give themselves the best chance of survival should they get the disease. The current approach to women's breast health obviously isn't getting through, which is why I believe it is time to get women to take control themselves and empower other women to do the same.

SECRET #6 WOMEN ARE NOT GIVEN LOTS OF ADVICE ON HOW THEY CAN PROTECT THEIR BREASTS AGAINST BREAST CANCER.

In the past, GP surgeries used to run Well Woman clinics where any woman could go and see a doctor or nurse and be given advice about looking after herself with practical information like being shown how to check her breasts. Very few surgeries offer these clinics now. This is one of the reasons that I started my Breast Health Presentations. I talk to women in the workplace or in other gatherings and empower them with information, which helps to remove some of their fear. I also show them how to check their breasts and talk to them about their bra-wearing habits, how to avoid harmful chemicals in their everyday lives and how to benefit from detoxifying breast massage.

As we know, breast cancer is the most feared disease amongst women and understanding how it develops, the risk factors and, most importantly, how to protect against it, will make women feel more in control and positive towards their breast health.

During October and other events during the year, the focus is on breast cancer rather than breast health. I am one of those people who believe that the more you focus on something negative, the more you will get of it. This is why it is time to change that focus.

I believe that it is definitely time for women to take their breast health into their own hands, which is why I have launched my new campaign "Healthy Breasts For Every Woman". You can read more at http://www.healthybreastscampaign.co.uk/.

SECRET #7 MOST WOMEN DO NOT APPRECIATE HOW IMPORTANT THEIR BREASTS ARE AND DO NOT DO EVERYTHING THEY CAN TO LOOK AFTER AND PROTECT THEM.

As I mentioned before, most women give very little thought to their breasts. They get up in the morning and they may give them a wash in the shower. They then shove them into a cage we call a bra (and most women wear a bra that doesn't fit them properly) and forget about them for the rest of the day. It is amazing that we live in a society which is obsessed with breasts and women do very little to protect this most precious part of their body. It is also amazing that women spend a fortune on looking after every other part of their body with creams and lotions and forget about their breasts! I know that once women understand more about breast health and don't feel so helpless in the face of breast cancer that they do want to be proactive and take control of their breast health.

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HCG Weight Loss - Learn More

2011-02-22T23:01:00.000+05:30

If you are looking for an opportunity to lose weight is a healthy way to do it. Some people use crash diets and bursts of exercise, but that does not work either because the body is usually slow changes. For those who did not participate in any type of exercise for several years, it is best to start slowly. If you accelerate the process, do not be discouraged if you are unsuccessful. You can also hurt you if you begin to engage in activities that are too demanding. There are some things to keep in mind if you want your weight loss program to work effectively.

One thing you should understand before beginning any program is that their energy needs. The body needs energy to perform a variety of functions and this energy can be derived from food. If you take more food than you need, your body eventually store a large amount of it. To succeed in their efforts to lose a few pounds, you need to start using some of the fat in your body has stored. This is possible by reducing the number of calories you eat each day. Besides cutting calories, you also need to increase their activity level.

Changes that you present your program of weight loss should be gradual. Do not rush the process, is looking for long-term results. When you crush your diet, not just get rid of fat for a bit 'and then build up when you exit the program. If you choose a healthy approach, the changes you make are part of your lifestyle, then, the latest results for several years.

The best thing about using a sound approach, because the changes are very simple. One of the things you have to do to succeed is to include more organic foods in your meals. Organic foods are not treated accordingly, which contain all the essential nutrients you need. Also high in fiber, making it a feeling of fullness with a small portion. The fiber in these foods also helps remove toxins that build usually in the colon. The accumulation of toxins can lead to weight gain.

The Symptoms Of Breast Cancer To Prevent Cancer

2011-01-27T22:26:00.000+05:30

Breast cancer is a serious disease that affects women. It is a disease that women fear around. In medical terms, this disease can be defined as a formation of malignant cells or malignant breast disease in tissues.The has been described as heterogeneous. This means there is another disease that appears, and forms on different women in different age groups. Young women are more vulnerable to this disease.

This disease can be cured if detected early. That is why young women are encouraged to conduct an independent investigation of the whole interior of the lung their breasts every three to six months. They must also go to a medical examination every six months.When failed to demonstrate that this disease may result in some real danger stages. In some severe and final stages of breast cancer, women are advised to go for surgery for breast removal or mastectomy. It's really terrible time in a woman life.Fortunately, this disease can be treated effectively if detected early. It is therefore very important to know the symptoms of breast cancer, and keep track of one of the warning signs that may affect our bodies at any time.

Here are some possible symptoms of breast cancer to help you learn about this disease and detect in time a better and more efficient.

- The warning sings

Usually, breast cancer is not any pain. However, women are still advised to visit their doctor health care regularly to understand the evolution of the disease in his body.

Common symptoms

a) Changes in breasts and nipples feel

You may suddenly experience the tenderness of the nipple or even a lump or thickening near the breast area or under the armpits, without special justification.

b) Change the appearance of the breast or nipple

This means that there is a change in shape or size of the breast or nipple. The nipple may appear scaly, reading, swollen, turn slightly inward, or have songs or similar marks on the skin of an orange.

c) discharge from the nipple

Sometimes you may also experience nipple discharge. The discharge may be clear or bloody.

d) pain

Sometimes you can feel the pain of the nipple.

e) Swelling

Women with breast cancer can even observe a swelling or lump in the armpit.

f) Lump

A lump near the armpit or breast is a clear indication of breast cancer.

g) Rash

You will find that there is a rash on the nipple or surrounding areas.

All signs and symptoms above is an indication that you may be affected by cancer.However breast cancer, there are several other ways to detect breast cancer, such as surveys of self-evaluation. You can perform an independent review of your home. Just inspect your breasts any lumps or swelling, changes in the contour of each breast, skin dimpling or changes nipples.Remember that early detection of this disease is the only way to heal. You should focus on signs and symptoms of this disease to find out. Watch for symptoms and be more safe.For articles, news, advice and resources on breast cancer visit REVIEW OF BREAST CANCER

How To Find A Reputable Dentist (Fairfax)

2011-01-09T17:27:00.000+05:30

Most of us try and avoid dentist's appointments as much as possible. No matter what age, we are all very hesitant when it comes to visiting a dentist. Many of us limit ourselves by sticking to the same dentist for years but what if the one we have is not good enough or if we are moving to a different place altogether? We need a new dentist who is good as well. How are we supposed to find a good one? Here are some tips to help you out.

* Check for a dental school or college nearby. Dental schools and colleges are good places to find practicing dentists. You can call and ask for the names of the practicing faculty members as well.

* You can ask an orthodontist or a prosthodontist if you know one. They will be able to recommend to you a reputable dental care practitioner.

* If you are moving to a new place, you can ask your current dentist if he knows of a good dentist in your new location.

Traits of a good dentist

* On your first visit he should perform a thorough medical and dental history check up with a complete head and neck examination as well. (Head and neck exam is usually done on the patient's very first visit and every 6 months thereafter.)

* He should provide you with knowledge on how to take care of your teeth and perform good oral hygiene. (How to fight and prevent dental decay and other dental problems.)

* He should invite you for regular check-ups. (This will ensure that no problem will be left unchecked.)

* He should perform oral prophylaxis or dental cleaning. (Every 6 months.)

* He should take x-rays more responsibly. (Full series of X-rays should be taken no more than once every five years. Not taking any X-ray's on the other hand, however, is as bad a sign)

* He should practice proper care against infection, by wearing rubber gloves and a mask when treating his patients. He should explain to you the sanitary procedures his clinic is implementing or using to protect his patients and himself against unwanted infections.

Finding good dentists (Fairfax) is not really so difficult only if you know where to look. If you are living in or have moved to Fairfax and are in search of good dentists log on to http://www.stringhamdental.com right away.

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Lose Stomach Fat Tips

2010-10-30T01:03:00.000+05:30

The main issue for a lot of people when trying to lose stomach fat is that they don't know where to start. Sure, you can do crunches until the cows come home, but the truth is that crunches aren't what give you that flat, 6-pack stomach. The work out helps to strengthen the muscles, sure, but if you don't get rid of the fat and keep it off, then you'll never have the abs you want and all that work will have gone in vain. The most critical process on how to lose stomach fat is to eat 5-6 times per day. Yes, you have to eat. Instead of consuming foods in 3 big meals, it will be wise to divide them into smaller portions. Normally, when people eat the traditional manner, there is the chance to binge which of course will lead to more belly fat.

When you're exercising at your peak heart rate, you're losing fat at lightning speed. You may not notice it right away, but after a week or two of jogging thirty minutes a day, you'll feel a flatter, firmer stomach. Aerobic exercises like swimming and bicycling are among the best way to lose stomach fat. It would be great, though, if you would play sports instead of these boring activities. Stop yourself from drinking alcohol because they can add up to your problem given that they are created with very high amount of calories. In fact, there are 7 calories in each gram of alcohol. Furthermore, another reason why alcohol is a big No is due to the fact that it creates a big impact on the sugar level of the body.

The standard abdominal exercises like crunches and machines that are said to work on the abdominal muscles are not very effective. Neither is cardio work-out. However, it does help to a certain degree to lose belly fat. The health-style that you lead is also very important if you want to start losing those extra stomach pounds. Healthy eating habits mean that you consume the right food in the right quantity and at the right time. Develop your own diet plan for yourself and make sure you adhere to it. During the diet period, avoid taking high cholesterol food such as burgers and pizzas. You should eat more healthy food such as wheat, oat, fresh fruits and vegetables.

Although you can't control the manner that your body will distribute fat, still you have the control on how much fat will enter your body. If you keep it low, there is really nothing to worry about. Watch what you eat. To get the biggest impact focus on adding muscle to the biggest muscle groups in your body like your legs and backside. A great way to do this is by doing lunges and squats. And ladies, don't worry - you won't bulk up when you add muscle. Instead your body will become sleek and toned, much like the bodies of models and celebrities.

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What Is The Best Male Skin Product?

2010-09-29T22:41:00.002+05:30

You have to know that a male skin product is different from those creams that are made specifically for women. This is because the skin needs of both sexes differ from one another. Men's skin has special needs compared to women. That is the reason why a men's anti wrinkle cream is strongly formulated compared to skin creams for women.

Men can also be vain you know that don't you? But getting rid of unwanted lies and wrinkles is not just for the purpose of vanity. It is for keeping the skin healthy and fresh.

But the composition for a male skin product is the same as with the women's anti wrinkle cream. These creams should be made from natural extracts from plants, herbs, fruits, and other natural products.

These natural ingredients provide positive skin results by enhancing the natural release of collagen and elastin. These natural proteins are essential to make the skin look young and fresh. As one ages, the skin sags because the skin's elasticity and firmness is lost. Collagen is responsible in making the skin healthy while elastin is responsible for its elasticity and firmness.

Cynergy TK™ and Phytessence Wakame are among the most effective natural ingredients used in skin care products. Cynergy TK™ is obtained from the wool of the sheep from New Zealand while the Phytessence wakame is a sea weed from the oceans of Japan. These natural ingredients synthesize the formation of natural collagen and elastin in the body.
In choosing the perfect male skin product, you should avoid products with mineral oil, alcohols, fragrances, dioxanes, parabens, and other acids. These chemicals can cause harsh effects to the skin. Though they are really effective and can provide great results at first, these chemicals are not for maintenance. This is because in the long run the skin will be irritated and this can cause more damages and more skin problems.

Elizabeth Ruby is passionate about good health and using healthy products on her skin. She does extensive research on the best products to use and what products to avoid. Visit her website at http://www.skinantiagingsite.com/ to find out more information and to discover what products she uses.

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Should You Do Yoga When Pregnant?

2010-09-29T22:40:00.002+05:30

There is a lot of conflicting reports that you can find online regarding doing yoga whilst pregnant that I thought it was time to set the record straight. You may read one article that tells you that you should stay away from it and some that say you should do it everyday up until the day of birth. None of these are right, however they aren't completely wrong either.

Doing Yoga whilst pregnant is fine and can be beneficial just as long as you are very careful with it. So if you're planning to take it up or continue with a program you should consult a specialist to see what advice they can offer you. There are some postures that can be very good for you and as we all know that yoga eases stress, this can help ease stress all round regarding giving birth whether it's natural or by Cesarean.
It's often advised that you don't do yoga when very close to the actual birth. This is because at this time your body can be very delicate and a lot easier to injure. Also, remember when trying out different poses or stretches that as soon as you get any sign of pain or discomfort just stop immediately. If you weren't pregnant then it would be advised to keep pushing your body through the pain barrier however in this state it is simply not worth the risk.

So it is up to you if you want to pursue this during your pregnancy however it can be just as beneficial just to have long walks as remember you will have plenty of time to practise yoga once the baby is born.

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Vitiligo (Leucoderma) - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment

2010-08-03T10:52:00.001+05:30

Vitiligo is a medical condition in which irregular, white patches appear on the skin because of loss of melanin, the pigment that determines the color of skin, hair and eyes. While the exact cause is not known, heredity and a disturbed immune system are believed to be important contributing factors to this condition, which is also known as leucoderma. Vitiligo is more of a cosmetic condition than a disease, however, for some, it may have devastating emotional and psychological consequences.

Vitiligo is known in Ayurveda as "Shwitra" or "Kilaas". The ancient texts clearly mention that this condition is not contagious, and does not cause symptoms like other skin diseases.

Traditional Ayurvedic formulations which are useful in this condition are: Arogya Vardhini, Trivanga Bhasma, Mahamanjishthadi Qadha (decoction), Khadirarishta, Krumikuthar Rasa, Krumimudgar Rasa, Saarivasav and Rasa Manikya. Herbal medicines useful for vitiligo are: Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Triphala (Three fruits), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Khadir (Acacia catechu), Vidanga (Embilia ribes) and Bavachi (Psoralia corylifolia).

Bavachi has a special place in vitiligo treatment. It is applied on the skin in the form of a paste or oil, and the affected skin parts are exposed for a few minutes to the mild rays of the sun, at particular times of the day. It is also given for oral consumption in the form of powder or tablets. Some physicians prefer to give this medicine in gradually increasing doses for a few weeks, and then taper it gradually.

Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi), Vacha (Acorus calamus) and Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) are useful to reduce stress. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), and Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra) are useful to correct the disturbed immune system.

Some Ayurvedic physicians recommend blood letting (either by leech application or by using a syringe or surgical knife) from the affected skin patches, as part of the therapy. Yet others believe that treatment of "Krumi" or worms is an important part of treatment.

Treatment for this condition is long-term, and may take anything from three to eighteen months. The duration of treatment may not be proportional to the extent of skin involvement, probably because of a disturbed immune system. For example, some persons with widespread vitiligo may respond very fast, whereas others with a few skin patches may respond slowly.

It is advisable to avoid oranges, sweet lime, sea food, excessive salt, and sour or fermented food products.

Dr. A. A. Mundewadi is Chief Ayurvedic Physician at Mundewadi Ayurvedic Clinic based at Thane, Maharashtra, India. He is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, B.A.M.S., has clinical experience of 23 years and clinical research experience of 9 years. He has published his findings of herbal treatment of HIV / AIDS in 55 patients in the Bombay Hospital Journal, Mumbai, India, July 2005 issue.

He has also successfully completed a clinical trial of herbal extract medicines in Schizophrenia compared to modern anti-psychotics, in 200 patients. He has also conducted preliminary studies of Ayurvedic herbal extracts in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder, Vascular Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, Mental Retardation, Tobacco and Alcohol Addiction, Age Related Macular Degeneration and different types of Cancer.

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Growing Popularity of Indian Medicine

2010-08-03T10:50:00.002+05:30

India is the cradle of Human Race;
The birthplace of human speech;
The mother of history;
The grandmother of legend and
The great-grandmother of tradition.
Our most valuable and most astrictive materials in the history of man are treasured up in India only. (Said Mark Twain)

I pay my humble respects to all our forefathers who gave us this proud legacy to bear and thus an opportunity to share my views on Growing Popularity of Indian Medicine.

The world of today is scientifically, technologically, educationally advanced and the developments around us are in leaps and bounds. While Communication Technology has reached its peak of performance and efficiency and has shrunk this vast world into a palm-top; Science has leapt many light-years and have started to explore opportunities in the Universal Space beyond.

The greatest Think-tanks of the globe have reached their Peter's Plateau and on these cross-roads, they are surprised to note that their so-called inventions and innovations are just re-discoveries of what our great forefathers have recorded in their Vedic Scripts. More astonishing is the fact that while this rapidity and advancements have brought Global Warming, Incurable-unfathomable diseases, environmental deterioration, Space Pollution & even threat of extinction as the by-products & side-effects; the inventions and methodologies of Indian Vedic Scholars have been without all this negativity.

• Our sages have been able to establish wireless contact from Mind to mind without spoiling the Ionosphere and without puncturing the Ozone layer.
• Our Seers have been able to create Pushpaka Vimana - the marvel of engineering technology without polluting the environment
• Our Acharyas like Aryabhatta & Bhaskara introduced 0 and decimal system to the rest of the world. Albert Einstein said that "without India the world would have been devoid of the knowledge to count"
• Our astronomers were able to mathematically calculate the distance between Earth and other planets; the mass of earth; mass of Sun; time for revolution of earth, Sun and other planets; eclipses to decimal precisions without spending on space voyages and research institutes. It would be surprising to note that they had mastered the art of letting their mind travel the space to find the truths.
• Our Charaka Samhita and Susruta Samhita talk about cosmetic Plastic Surgeries when the rest of the world was declaring that "Rats were born from rotten bread"

The Scholastic world of today is looking back to the Indian pages of Medical Scriptures. As a Learned Scholar rightly: "Gravitation was known to the Hindus (Indians) before the birth of Newton. The system of blood circulation was discovered by them centuries before Harvey was heard of."

The four main Vedas are the Main Scriptures and the Treasures of Knowledge. One veda of the four deals with the branch of medicine and Tantra called as Atharvana veda. The Medicinal branch of Atharvana Veda is called Ayur Veda meaning the science of life which is said to have the prevention, treatment and cure for all the diseases under the Sun. Fathers of Indian Medicine Charaka & Susruta in their literary works have explored this Veda and have set the bible for Indian Medicine. The Presiding God for Ayur Veda is Dhanvantri - the incarnation of Sriman Narayana who emerged from the milky-sea on Churning with the "Amrit" - the eternal life Potion - Symbolically representing long-life.

Modern day methods of "treating symptoms" gives us a mythical air of cure and eventually lands in re-infection and re-treatment. The chemicals used in this sort of a treatment causes side-effects and the 'patients' parade to the medical practitioners for years together for treatment of the chain reactions.

The essential difference in Ayurveda is the methodology of the treatment. While Allopathic treatments concentrate on symptomatic therapy, Ayurvedic therapy focuses on the root-cause of the disease and treats to set-right the cause. As the great Tamil Poet Thiruvalluvar Quoted - Ayurveda deals with analysis of the disease, Finding its root-cause and treating the cause.

The time taken for a cure in this Ayurvedic System will definitely be longer in comparison to the Allopathic systems but it is a wholesome cure and the Revisit Quotient to the Physician for the same disease is near to Zero. This is the main reason that many of the neo-professionals in the medicinal field resort to Ayurveda -our Indian medicine for the time-tested long-lasting cure.

The most -important reason behind the growing popularity of Ayurveda that acts as the magnetic force of attraction is that Ayurveda treats Body & Mind as a whole-some unit. Yoga, Medidation, Anointings, Herbal cure, Hygiene-specifications, Dietary Regulations, the tri-dosha management - the management of vata, pittha and Kaba takes Ayurveda to reach Himalayan Heights.

The Intelligentsia of the globe has realized the uniqueness and effectiveness of Indian medicine. It is in the hands of this generation of ours to understand the value of the legacy inherited by us - appreciate its wholesome beauty, preserve its richness and pass it on to the generations next to bring back peace, health and harmony to this world. Let's re-pledge ourselves towards this goal so that we have our heads high on our shoulders when we say:-

"India is my country. I love my country and I am proud of its rich and varied heritage.
I shall always strive to be worthy of it"- JAI HIND

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Ayurvedic Medicine - Benefits

2010-08-03T10:49:00.000+05:30

Ayurvedic Medicine is an ancient system based medicine, which evolved among the Brahmin sages of ancient India. Ayurveda is from the roots "ayur" meaning life and "veda" meaning knowledge. Ancient Vedic texts indicate the system is the oldest being practiced prior to 4000 B.C. and some believe it is even 8000 years old. Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are very similar being based on universal natural bi-polar concepts that matter and energy are one. There are several aspects of this system of medicine which distinguish it from other approaches to health care:

o The focus of Ayurveda is to integrate and balance the body, mind, and spirit, rather than focusing on individual symptoms. This is believed to help prevent illness and promote wellness by balancing the three subtle energies known as Doshas - individually they are Vatha, Pitta and Kapha.

o Ayurveda philosophy posits people, their health, and the universe are related. It is believed that health problems can result when these relationships are out of balance.

o Ayurveda, herbs, metals, massage, and other products and techniques are used with the intent of cleansing the body and restoring balance. Some of these products may be harmful when used on their own or when used with conventional medicines.

o Ayurveda recognizes the unique constitutional differences of all individuals and therefore recommends different regimens for different types of people. Although two people may appear to have the same outward symptoms, their energetic constitutions may be very different and therefore call for different remedies.

o Ayurveda is a complete medical system which recognizes that ultimately all intelligence and wisdom flows from one Absolute source (Paramatman). Health manifests by the grace of the Absolute acting through the laws of Nature (Prakriti). Ayurveda assists Nature by promoting harmony between the individual and Nature by living a life of balance according to her laws.

o Ayurveda describes three fundamental universal energies which regulate all natural processes on both the macrocosmic and microcosmic levels. That is, the same energies which produce effects in the various galaxies and star systems are operating at the level of the human physiology--in your own physiology. These three universal energies are known as the Tridosha.

o The ancient Ayurveda physicians realized the need for preserving the alliance of the mind and body and offers mankind tools for remembering and nurturing the subtler aspects of our humanity. Ayurveda seeks to heal the fragmentation and disorder of the mind-body complex and restore wholeness and harmony to all people.

Unlike Traditional Western Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine is non-invasive and focuses on the individual's needs and prevention versus treating symptoms as one-size-fits all. Taking OTC and presecription drugs for symptoms that might have a different source than someone else makes as much sense as buying a hat sized for someone else.

o Is your Liver receiving the Nutritional Support it Needs?

o Are you Taking the Right Antioxidants in the Right Quantities?

o Does Your Body Metabolize proteins effectively or poorly?

o Does Your Body Metabolize Fats or Carbohydrates effectively or poorly?

o Are Hidden Food Sensativities or Allergies Making you Ill?

During the last century, Ayurveda Medicine has completed a rebirth and continues to evolve its holistic approach to health in accordance with modern needs and scientific advances of the day.

Established in 1982 by Scott Gerson, M.D., PhD, who is the nation's only medical doctor to hold degrees in both Ayurveda and allopathic medicine, the National Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine (NIAM) is recognized as the largest and most authentic resource of information on Ayurveda in the United States.

Ayurveda Medicine conceptualizes and practices eight major subspecialties of medicine in addition to numerous adjunctive specialties. The eight major subspecialties continue to be taught today include:

1. Internal Medicine (Kayachikitsa)

2. General Surgery (Shalya Tantra)

3. Otorhinolaryngology (Shalakya)

4. Pediatrics and Obstetric/Gynecology (Kaumarabhrtya)

5. Psychiatry (Bhutavidya)

6. Toxicology (Agada Tantra)

7. Nutrition, Detoxification and Rejuvenation (Rasayana Tantra)

8. Fertility and Virility (Vajikarana)

For every disease, there is information about: definition, etiology, prodrome, clinical symptoms, pathophysiology, prognosis, principles of treatment, medicines, diet, lifestyle recommendations, and even etymology. This approach is similar to modern western medicine and even more comprehensive.

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Ayurveda Treatment For Asthma

2010-08-03T10:47:00.000+05:30

Asthma is a chronic inflammation of the bronchial tubes and lungs. This causes the air passages to narrow periodically resulting in breathing difficulties.

According to Ayurveda, it is an aggravation of Kapha and Vata humor. Asthma is a fall out of wrong, improper dietary habits and the accumulation of toxins.

Excess exposure to heat or cold, change in weather, certain types of cosmetic products and perfumes, cigarette, pollution etc. are known to cause asthma apart from psychological factors and hereditary factors.

Main symptoms are wheezing, coughing, feeling of "tightness" in the chest etc.

Ayurvedic treatments are oriented towards rebalancing the body humours, strengthening the digestive system and removing the accumulated toxins.

Diagnosis - The Ayurveda Way

All treatments in ayurveda are prescribed only after a careful analysis of the patient's disease.

The first consultation with an Ayurveda doctor, including the diagnosis will last for more than an hour. The basic step in the diagnosis will be to find the person's body humour (Dosha) - Vata, Pita or Kapha, because it is the imbalance of these body humours that creates the disease.

The dominance of dosha in a person is found by asking several questions on his behaviour, food habits, sleeping patterns, personal details like age, height & weight, place of life, profession, health problems and medical reports etc. Ayurveda diagnosis comprises of clinical and laboratory tests also. The doctor can decide if an Ayurveda treatment is helpful on providing these details. Pulse, tongue, nail, and eye examinations are important diagnosis methods used to reveal a person's body humour and its imbalance.

Pulse diagnosis in Ayurveda is not mere counting the beats. It is a mirror of the health status of the entire body constitution, including the dosha imbalance and the health of the various body organs.

In tongue diagnosis, the doctor checks the general appearance, colour and coating of the tongue. Tongue diagnosis has a vital role to play in Ayurveda system of medicine. In Ayurveda, as different areas of the tongue correspond to different organs of the body, the Ayurvedic practitioner can determine which organs of the body are out of balance by having a detailed tongue examination.

Nail examination is done to check the type, colour and shape of the person's nail. Imbalances of doshas are easily detected on close examination.

In the eye diagnosis, the colour, size, and even the shape of the eyes are important in determining the dosha dominance of a person. His mental status, nervousness, anxiety, confidence level etc can also be learned through eye diagnosis.

A preliminary consultation with Ayurveda doctors online is also possible nowadays for guests worldwide.

Treatment Methods for Asthma

After the diagnosis, the doctor sets out to treat the patient in a very systematic manner. This would include a set of appropriate Panchakarma treatments and Rasayana therapies .

The Panchakarma Treatments are meant to flush out the toxins, They are classified as pre-purification, main purification and post purification phases and include various types of therapies like oil massages, fermented liquid massages, medicinal enemas, herbal purification methods.

The Rasayana Therapies are meant to nourish the body, to bring the doshas back to balance and to regenerate the body.These comprise diet regulations, daily regimens, intake of oral medicines and ayurveda tonics, yoga and a stress free life. After the treatment the ayurveda doctors will advise you how to lead a healthy life. The beneifts and results of the treatment are shown only after the Rasyana Treatment is over and docotrs advise is strictly followed. The results will manifest itself normally after 3 to 4 weeks as the body takes time to regenerate itself.

Panchakarma for Asthma

Pre-purification therapies are the first ones applied to loosen the toxins, open up the circulation channels and get the body ready for discarding these wastes. These methods are highly relaxing for the body and mind. These treatments, however, are to go hand in hand with strict dietary restrictions.

The following pre-purification methods are usually adopted for Asthma

Dhoomapanam This method of treatment involves inhaling and exhaling of medicinal smoke. It is a fine treatment for various sinus and respiratory diseases. Acute sinusitis, asthma, sneezing, infections of the lower respiratory tract, cough etc. are treated using Dhoomapanam.

Abhyangam is whole body massage from head to toe, usually done for 45-50 minutes, using warm medicated oil such as brahmi oil, sunflower oil or neem oil. It relaxes nerves and muscles and loosens the toxins and readies the channels for detoxification. These oils are mixed in herbs such as country mallow or winter cherry.

Thakradhara involves the continuous pouring of specially prepared butter milk on the fore head. An assortment of herbs such as gooseberry, nut grass tuber, sandal wood, lotus, valerian, etc. is used in its preparation.

Swedanam means medicinal perspiration. It liquefies vitiated doshas and brings them into the alimentary canal. Due to swedanam, toxins are expelled through the sweat also.

Vasthi is keeping warm medicated oil on the chest for a specified period of time, usually.

Main Purification Therapies for Asthma

Main purification therapy is the phase of elimination of toxins that were loosened at the pre purification treatment stage. These therapies are highly potential methods and are usually overseen by doctors. Depending on the type and intensity of the ailment, one is advised to undergo one, two or three of these therapies.

The commonly adopted Panchakarma treatments for asthma are Vamanam and Virechanam.

Vamanam means therapeutic vomiting to eliminate the vitiated dosha (waste product) through the upper gastro-intestinal track. It expels and cleanses undigested food and toxins. Herbs generally used in Vamanam include - emetic nut, sweet flag, and liquorice.

Virechanam It is the oral intake of herbal purgative medicines leading to the elimination of toxins through the anal route. As the origin of asthma is also linked to disorders and malfunctioning of the digestive system, Virechanam is found to be effective.

Rasayana Therapies for Asthma

These are body nourishing therapies to rejuvenate the body and mind after the Panchakarma treatments. They keep the enzymes in the tissue cells in their normal functioning condition, restore and balance the body functions and maintain the overall health and well being of an individual for much longer periods after the Panchakarma course. Rasayana includes oral medicines and diet regulation.

Oral medicines for Asthma

A variety of treatments are available in Ayurveda for the treatment of Asthma. Kashayams, lehyams and choornams are generally prescribed in the treatment of this disease. These herbal medicines are used to strengthen the system and over a course of long-term management the Asthma sufferer may find that their Asthma attacks become milder and less frequent.

Herbs and spices such as liquorice root, amalaki fruit, black pepper, tulasi, myrobalan, clove, turmeric, etc. are commonly used in these medicines. Onion juice with honey and black pepper is a good homey remedy for Asthma.

Diet Regulation for Asthma

Diet regulation will be suggested for patients during and after the treatment. They are designed for controlling the digestive fire, better digestion, and for total well being. Ayurveda diet provides adequate nutrition as well as rest for the needed organs.

Ayurveda recommends that a person suffering from Asthma follow strict dietary restrictions. He should consume only a limited quantity of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. However, he should consume large quantities of fresh fruits, green vegetables and sprouted seeds.

Rice, sugar, curd, tea, coffee, other alcoholic beverages, processed foods, spicy foods, etc. are best avoided.

The necessary diet pattern would be selected by an experienced doctor. You can also find out your type of Prakruthi and decide a diet for yourself.

It is advised to take at least one or two weeks of rest after the Panchakarma experience. At this time the body is weak after a purification process and needs time to get back to normalcy. Avoid strenuous exercise, late nights, too much television, and other stimulating experiences.

Yoga and life style for Asthma cure

Yoga and deep breathing serve as good therapies for respiratory problems. They help increase lung capacity and also create awareness of the lungs and breathing process. Also increases the oxygen flow to all parts of the body giving more energy and strength to the whole body. Sukhsana, Surya Namaskar, Matsyendrasana, Anuloma Viloma etc. are the main poses that Asthma patients can do well to perform daily.

Pranayama breathing exercises free up the lungs; give more control over breathing and also stimulate digestion.

Life styles: Asthma patients should avoid exposure to dust and other pollutants. He should not go out in extreme cold conditions. He should avoid coming in contact with anything that may cause allergy and worsen his condition.

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Asthma Cure, Easy Respiration with Proven Ayurvedic Herbal Supplement

2010-07-21T18:45:00.000+05:30

If you are suffering from asthma, respiratory diseases or allergies, you will know how frustrating, tiring and worrisome life can become at times. If someone close to you, like your child is suffering from serious asthma or respiratory conditions, you will certainly lose sleep. Because, you love your kids, you look for ways to help him/her get the best life and lifestyle possible. However, chronic asthma conditions stay with kids for many years, even into their adulthood.

If you don't suffer from asthma, lucky you. If you or someone you love has this problem, it will be terrible thing. You wait for a miracle to happen. You eagerly wait for that moment, which takes away the asthma forever. Isn't it wonderful that you can breath without difficulties. Isn't it wonderful that you do not have to worry about difficult breathing? Luckily, there is one such option available today. It is not widely advertised or promoted through mass media. However, you can find this herbal supplement to address your asthmatic conditions well. This 100% genuine herbal product will take away the asthma forever, prevents allergies and strengthens your lungs.

You might wonder if this herbal product is a miracle cure. You might wonder if this is the magic pill for asthma. It is not. It is only an Ayurvedic herbal product. It is prepared according to strict Ayurvedic guidelines. This product will work on your respiratory system. It strengthens the tiny air sacs of your lungs. It also gives better protection against pollen allergies, dust allergies and allergies due to climate changes.

Resproma – An Ayurvedic Herbal Remedy for Respiratory Allergy and Asthma

Resproma is an Ayurvedic herbal supplement. Its components regulate antioxidants at optimum levels, especially in the respiratory system. The epithelium, the inner skin of air pipes is kept strong. It also normalizes secretion of mucus. This leads to a state of no-allergy. It also leads to normalization of respiration, preventing further asthma attacks. This occurs due to preventing the over-reaction of epithelium to dust, pollutants, etc. The antioxidants also facilitate immuno-modulation, which also is helpful in minimizing allergic effects.

How Allergy Occurs

Allergy is a kind of immunologic response to an allergen. It is body's natural protective mechanism against harmful substances. It becomes a problem when the body becomes hyper-reactive to allergens like pollen, dust, spores, chemicals, medicines or any other harmless substance, which can cause irritation in allergic persons.

Coughing and sneezing, itching, etc are normal reactions of the body to protect itself from harmful things like smoke, chemicals, etc. When your body's response to such stimulants becomes irrational or abnormal, it is termed allergy.

Resproma is an effective cure against Allergic Rhinitis, Bronchial Asthma, Chronic Sinusitis, Recurrent Respiratory Infections and Eosinophilia.

Resproma herbal food supplement has immunomodulatory functions and works on the respiratory system. It helps in desensitization to certain extend, against the allergens. Thus, the abnormal reactions are minimized and regulated.

Resproma herbal supplement is one effective remedy for asthma and allergies of different kinds. It is 100% herbal and safe for use. It is recommended for adults aged 18 or older.

Usage directions

Take two capsules every 12 hours, in empty stomach, along with one glass of lukewarm water. Don't take any food 60 minutes before or after taking this medicine. In addition, take optimum water throughout the daytime to facilitate faster elimination of toxic wastes from the body.

Healing Crisis

Being a 100% herbal product, Resproma doesn't have any side effects. There aren't any side effects reported till now. However, use of this herbal supplement does come with some healing crisis. This is a brief phase of two to seven days, during which the body undergoes a thorough cleansing process.

With the start of taking of this herbal remedy, your body will release toxins accumulated in your body. This may lead to nausea, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, congested nose, muscle pain, headache, fatigue, etc. However, in most cases, such symptoms disappear in a matter of two to three days.

Don't stop taking Resproma in a day or two. These symptoms will disappear without any treatments, except maybe resting for a few days. After that, you will experience healthy living.

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Ayurvedic Herbal Products: The Best Products without Any Side Effect!

2010-07-21T18:32:00.000+05:30

Ayurveda, one of the ancient therapies of beauty as well as health, has made a remarkable presence all over the world. Although it is generated from Himalayan Region of India, its effectiveness has caught the attention of people worldwide. Ayurveda basically depends on the life sciences which help to analyze the body and mind of a person magnificently. Ayurveda provide all the useful information about our daily routine which helps to stay fit, healthy and beautiful.

Because of the growing popularity of the subject, Ayurvedic Herbal Products has made a significant place in the market. People are getting attracted towards such products as they show their effect without disturbing the natural elements of your skin and body.

As we all know that Ayurveda has been originated from the great Himalayas. There are plenty of valuable herbs present in the region which helps to cure many dangerous skin or body diseases. Ayurvedic Herbal Products are made through all such herbs which are not easy to be searched. People who make such products have to face a lot of troubles while researching for the herbs in the Himalayan range. Because of this reason, many herbal companies have initiated the process of growing such herbs within the easy reach of human. Several techniques are getting used so as to grow the same quality of herbs which are available in the Himalayas.

There are various herbs which are used to make effective Ayurvedic Herbal Products. Some of the popular ones are Neem, Ashwagandha, Lasuna, Brahmi etc. These herbs are used in Ayurvedic medicines which are very effectual on any unceasing disease. It is true that the effect of Ayurvedic medicines is not so fast on the diseases as compare to every other allopathic pill, however once the disease is executed it is finished forever.

Ayurvedic Herbal Products are very famous for their skin treatment. As skin is a very sensitive part of human body, people avoid taking any risk. Ayurvedic products are famous for their ‘no side effect' quality and this is the reason behind its popularity in the beauty market. Be it the skin or the hair, ayurvedic products provide a special care to all the issues related with them.
It is true that ayurvedic products are very effective however people are supposed to gather adequate knowledge before using them. As no doctors advice is taken before using such products, the user has to be more alert. It is always recommended to read the guidelines carefully which are mentioned on the pack of any Herbal Product. Whether it is the quantity for the usage or the timing, every aspect has to be followed properly so as to get the desired result.

Ayurveda is a gift of nature to the mankind. It is the way of curing all your diseases or issues by being nature friendly. As an ayurvedic product does not include toxic elements, it helps us to save our nature from pollution. It is an effective step towards the well being of nature.

Herbal Asthma cure

2010-07-21T10:22:00.000+05:30

Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease of the airways, which can be fatal at times. It is a result of certain allergies that block the nasal passage with mucus or it can be characterized by a sudden attack of breathlessness, coughing, shortness of breath, inability to speak and chest constriction. Asthma starts with some triggers especially due to some environmental factors, which lead to respiratory problems called asthmatic attacks. Allergic factors responsible for inflammation of respiratory tract can be deodorants, dust, pollen, smoke, perfumes, cats and dogs. Some types of food or plants, pollution and smoking also contribute to this condition. The specific cause of asthma is unknown; it can develop in any age group.

To cure asthma, it is very important to know the symptoms and the cause of the condition. It is advisable to treat this condition at an earlier stage.

Herbal remedies have been used for centuries to cure asthma with the help of various herbs containing medicinal properties. These have been time tested and clinically proved to be beneficial to prevent and cure ailments.

It is recommended to avoid bananas, guavas, papayas, sour foods like curd (yoghurt) and buttermilk, also avoid fried food. Changes to hectic lifestyle, no smoking, maintaining a healthy balanced diet on the recommendation of a physician is also preferable.

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History of Ayurvedic Herbal Products

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Ayurveda is known as the oldest healing science. Ayurvedic concepts are based on three functional energy parameters, which are present in everybody�s constitution such as Vatta, Pitta and Kapha. Based on the analysis on these parameters, herbs are prescribed for prevention and treatment of medical conditions. It combines various types of natural herbs given to us by Mother Nature. It is a science of life, which originated 5000 years ago in India. A large number of herbs were used in ancient times as documented in texts of Vedic culture.

In the ayurvedic texts, emphasis is given to prevention rather than cure and maintaining health by adopting a healthy lifestyle through a balanced diet, positive thinking, massage therapies and depending on natural herbs. The ancient texts educate us to understand our body constitution and tell us how to maintain a balance of body, mind and consciousness.

There are various factors at different times in our lives, which disturb the balance of body and mind .These include emotional and physical stresses, food habits, changing weather, physical trauma, work and family environment. The herbs prescribed strengthen the body's natural defence systems and help our body to defend against any infections or diseases.

Ayurvedic herbal products can be used along side western allopathic medicines to make your immune system strong, as these herbal products generate energy in the body to fight different allergies.

More and more people have started to switch over to natural remedies because of the side effects of western conventional medicines. As a result of the growing popularity of natural treatments, several countries have started scientific research on herbs for their safety and effect on the human body.

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