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Posted on 1/10/2012 10:38:00 PM / 0 comments / Read More

DASH diet helps to reduce High Blood pressure

DASH diet helps to reduce High Blood pressure.

What you choose to eat affects your chances of developing high

blood pressure, or hypertension (the medical term). Recent studies

show that blood pressure can be lowered by following the Dietary

Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating "Best diet overall"

and "Healthiest diet" plan coupled with exercise and a weight management

program —and by eating less salt, also called sodium and low fat and

higher intake of vegetables, fruits and fiber.

While each step alone lowers blood pressure, the combination of the

eating plan and a reduced sodium intake gives the biggest benefit

and may help prevent the development of high blood pressure.

Twenty-three hundred milligrams is the highest level considered

acceptable by the National High Blood Pressure Education Program.

It is also the highest amount recommended for healthy Americans by

the 2005 “U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans.” The 1,500 milligram

level can lower blood pressure further and more recently is the amount

recommended by the Institute of Medicine as an adequate intake

level and one that most people should try to achieve.

The lower your salt intake is, the lower your blood pressure.

Studies have found that the DASH menus containing 2,300 milligrams

of sodium can lower blood pressure and that an even

lower level of sodium, 1,500 milligrams, can further reduce blood

pressure. All the menus are lower in sodium than what adults

in the United States currently eat—about 4,200 milligrams per day

in men and 3,300 milligrams per day in women.

Those with high blood pressure and prehypertension may benefit

especially from following the DASH eating plan and reducing their

sodium intake.

Food Group	Daily Servings	Serving Sizes
Grains*	6–8	1 slice bread 1 oz dry cereal† 1/2 cup cooked rice, pasta, or cereal
Vegetables	4–5	1 cup raw leafy vegetable 1/2 cup cut-up raw or cooked vegetable 1/2 cup vegetable juice
Fruits		1 medium fruit 1/4 cup dried fruit 1/2 cup fresh, frozen, or canned fruit 1/2 cup fruit juice
Fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products	2–3	1 cup milk or yogurt 11/2 oz cheese
Lean meats, poultry, and fish	4–5 per week	1/3 cup or 11/2 oz nuts 2 Tbsp peanut butter 2 Tbsp or 1/2 oz seeds 1/2 cup cooked legumes (dry beans and peas)
Fats and oils	2–3	1 tsp soft margarine 1 tsp vegetable oil 1 Tbsp mayonnaise 2 Tbsp salad dressing
Sweets and added sugars	5 or less per week	1 Tbsp sugar 1 Tbsp jelly or jam 1/2 cup sorbet, gelatin 1 cup lemonade
* Whole grains are recommended for most grain servings as a good source of fiber and nutrients. † Serving sizes vary between 1/2 cup and 11/4 cups, depending on cereal type. Check the product's Nutrition Facts label.

Type of food	Number of servings for 1600 - 3100 Calorie diets	Servings on a 2000 Calorie diet
Grains and grain products
(include at least 3 whole grain foods each day)	6 - 12	7 - 8
Fruits	4 - 6	4 - 5
Vegetables	4 - 6	4 - 5
Low fat or non fat dairy foods	2 - 4	2 - 3
Lean meats, fish, poultry	1.5 - 2.5	2 or less
Nuts, seeds, and legumes	3 - 6 per week	4 - 5 per week
Fats and sweets	2 - 4	limited

Posted on 1/07/2012 02:28:00 AM / 0 comments / Read More

DRINK WATER ON EMPTY STOMACH

THIS MIGHT SAVE SOMEONE'S LIFE.


~~DRINK WATER ON EMPTY STOMACH~~


It is popular in Japan today to drink water immediately after waking up every morning. Furthermore, scientific tests have proven its value. We publish below a description of use of water for our readers. For old and serious diseases as well as modern illnesses the water treatment had been found successful by a Japanese medical society as a 100% cure for the following diseases:


Headache, body ache, heart system, arthritis, fast heart beat, epilepsy, excess fatness, bronchitis asthma, TB, meningitis, kidney and urine diseases, vomiting, gastritis, diarrhea, piles, diabetes, constipation, all eye diseases, womb, cancer and menstrual disorders, ear nose and throat diseases.


METHOD OF TREATMENT
1. As you wake up in the morning before brushing teeth, drink 4 x 160ml glasses of water
2. Brush and clean the mouth but do not eat or drink anything for 45 minute
3. After 45 minutes you may eat and drink as normal.
4. After 15 minutes of breakfast, lunch and dinner do not eat or drink anything for 2 hours
5. Those who are old or sick and are unable to drink 4 glasses of water at the beginning may commence by taking little water and gradually increase it to 4 glasses per day.
6. The above method of treatment will cure diseases of the sick and others can enjoy a healthy life.


The following list gives the number of days of treatment required to cure/control/reduce main diseases:
1. High Blood Pressure (30 days)
2. Gastric (10 days)
3. Diabetes (30 days)
4. Constipation (10 days)
5. Cancer (180 days)
6. TB (90 days)
7. Arthritis patients should follow the above treatment only for 3 days in the 1st week, and from 2nd week onwards – daily..


This treatment method has no side effects, however at the commencement of treatment you may have to urinate a few times. It is better if we continue this and make this procedure as a routine work in our life. Drink Water and Stay healthy and Active.


This makes sense .. The Chinese and Japanese drink hot tea with their meals not cold water. Maybe it is time we adopt their drinking habit while eating!!! Nothing to lose, everything to gain...


For those who like to drink cold water, this article is applicable to you.
It is nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal. However, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion.


Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine.
Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal.


A serious note about heart attacks:


· Women should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting,
· Be aware of intense pain in the jaw line.
· You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack.
· Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms.
· 60% of people who have a heart attack while they are asleep do not wake up.
· Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Let's be careful and be aware. The more we know, the better chance we could survive...


A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this mail sends it to everyone they know, you can be sure that we'll save at least one life.


Please be a true friend and send this article to all your friends you care about.

PLEASE DON'T IGNORE SHARE IT. THIS MIGHT SAVE SOMEONE'S LIFE.

Posted on 1/06/2012 06:19:00 PM / 0 comments / Read More

ARE VACCINES COMPLETELY SAFE ?

No vaccine is totally free of risk, but the benefit of immunization vastly outweighs the risk for

almost every child. However, a baby shouldn’t be immunized during a feverish illness; postpone it until she is completely recovered. Also, talk to your doctor or pediatrician before the immunization if your child has had a serious reaction to a previous injection; has a severe egg allergy; has had a seizure or convulsion; is having treatment for cancer; or has any disease that affects her immune system. Vaccines often have side effects, such as fever and crying or irritability in the first 24–48 hours after the injection. There may also be redness or soreness at the injection site and a lump that can last several weeks. Some vaccines have other effects; for instance, MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) can produce a raised temperature or even a mild rash 10 days later.

Posted on 1/05/2012 11:54:00 PM / 0 comments / Read More

How to Choose Baby Care Products: Better Care of Little Ones

You must be amazed to know that the baby care products contribute towards a million dollar industry. Numerous manufacturers around the world supply products like baby soaps, baby skin creams, baby shampoos, baby powders and baby diapers to the market. However, it is equally surprising to know that many of these products need to be discarded.

Many research works and studies have thrown light on the harmful ingredients and materials that have been used in some of these products. If you have a baby product store, you must consider it as a responsibility to supply safe baby products to the parents. Here is a discussion about baby care products that actually help in taking good care of the young ones.

No Talcum for Baby Rash

Few years back, talcum powders were quite popular among parents to cure baby rash caused by the use of baby diapers. However, many of these products have been found to cause respiratory issues. It is suggested to buy powders that contain natural and herbal ingredients as they are free from side-effects and take better care of the baby skin.

Shampoos with Healthy Scents

Shampoos that contain synthetic scents are no more worthy for the health of the little ones. These products are actually allergic to the soft and sensitive skin of the babies. You must choose baby shampoos that contain natural components for producing scents. Going further, unscented shampoos are also available in the market if you are not too inclined towards scents.

Aloe Vera Soaps

Aloe Vera is no hidden secret when it comes to the maintenance of skin health. The baby care product manufacturers have started using this wonderful natural ingredient in organic baby soaps. Aloe is also used in other baby care products like skin creams and in remedies used for treating rash caused by baby diapers.

Natural Oils and Moisturizers

A number of baby oils and baby moisturizers few years back used mineral oil as the main ingredient. The oil has been proved to be harmful for health, particularly for baby skin. As a result, the focus has been shifted to prepare products using natural oils like those obtained from chamomile and sunflower.

Organic Cotton Diapers

The baby diapers prepared from synthetic materials are slowly being withdrawn from the lists of baby care products. These diapers have been held responsible for causing discomfort to babies and pollution to the environment. You should look for baby diapers that are made from certified organic cotton and other such organic materials.

Check for Chemicals to Avoid

Certain chemicals used in baby products have been declared as unsafe. These include octinoxate, polyethylene glycols, triclosan, ceteareth and diethyl phthalates among many others. You should always check for the ingredients before choosing baby care products to avoid choosing products containing these harmful chemicals.

There are organic baby care product manufacturers around the world that can be easily found on the internet using business directories. Obtaining safe baby products from them should bring more customers to your store.

Posted on 1/05/2012 10:36:00 PM / 0 comments / Read More