Month: August 2007

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Herbs & Plants News on Health & Science

Aloe Vera: The Wonder Plant!

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One important point to note is that it must be immediately applied in order to get relief from pain

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The gel of aloe vera has as many as 75 nutrients, which augur good health, has also turned out to be a very popular remedy for burns and wound. One important point to note is that it must be immediately applied in order to get relief from pain. The gel of aloe vera is potent and it is got from the leaves. In fact, minor cuts, bruises and scrapes heal quickly on application of the gel. Even shingles, which can be very painful at times, responds to aloe vera.

Apart from providing relief from itching, it helps to heal the blisters and sores. For people suffering from Psoriasis, aloe vera has provided relief by reducing the pain and itching. It has been proved that the gel causes considerable improvement in the nature of the lesions.

Although the benefits of aloe vera are very useful for skin disorders, the juice is used in cases of people suffering from heartburn, ulcers and other digestive disorders. People suffering from indigestion or the irritable bowel syndrome have claimed that the juice of aloe vera does provide comfort.

Source:The Times Of India

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Ailmemts & Remedies

Altitude Sickness

What is high-altitude or mountain sickness?
At high altitudes, the amount of oxygen in the air is reduced. the resulting low levels of oxygen in the blood and tissues cause symptoms such as headache, fatigue, unsteadiness, and nausea. this condition is known as altitude sickness. altitude sickness usually affects mountaineers, but people flying from sea level to a high-altitude location may experience some mild altitude sickness upon arrival. the severity of the illness depends on how high and fast a person ascends, but altitude sickness is rare below 8,000 ft. (2,400 m).
Sometimes people get sick at high altitudes, such as in the mountains. This is called mountain sickness or high-altitude sickness.

What causes this problem?
Lack of oxygen causes high-altitude sickness. As altitude increases, the air becomes “thinner,” which means less oxygen is in the atmosphere. You get less oxygen in your lungs with each breath, so the amount of oxygen in your blood declines. (This is called hypoxia) (hi-POKS’e-ah). All people can experience mountain sickness, but it may be more severe in people who have heart or lung problems.

What are the symptoms?
Symptoms usually begin within 48 hours of arriving at high altitude. The higher the altitude, the greater the effects. People can notice effects when they go to an altitude of 7,000 to 8,000 feet. If you have heart disease (such as heart failure) or lung disease (such as emphysema), you may have symptoms at lower altitudes.

Symptoms may begin to develop about 6 hours after arriving at high altitude. symptoms may include:

· headache
· fatigue and weakness
· unsteadiness.
· nausea or vomiting
.breathlessness
.inability to sleep
.swelling of the face, hands and feet

symptoms are usually mild and disappear within 1-2 days if you do not ascend further. in some people, more severe symptoms, including shortness of breath and vomiting, may appear within 36 hours. rarely, fluid may build up in the lungs and result in a cough with frothy sputum. the brain may swell, initially causing difficulty walking and clumsy movements. if altitude sickness is left untreated, further symptoms may develop, including confusion, seizures, and even coma.

Both heart rate and breathing rate increase as the body tries to send more oxygen to its tissues. At very high altitudes, body fluid can leak into the brain (called brain or cerebral edema) or into the lungs (pulmonary edema). Both these conditions can be serious or even life-threatening.

What One can do?
If you have mild altitude sickness, rest, analgesics, plenty of fluids, and a light diet should enable you to acclimatize to the altitude. a further ascent should not be attempted until all your symptoms have subsided.

in severe cases, a rapid descent to a lower altitude may be essential. even descending only 1,000 ft (300m) may lead to an improvement. if symptoms persist, hospital admission is essential.

Can it be prevented?
Good physical preparation and a high level of fitness are essential prerequisites for climbing at high altitudes. ascents to high altitudes should be staged and gradual and should include intervals of a few days spent at intermediate altitudes before climbing higher.

plenty of fluids should be taken on climbs. occasionally, the drug acetazolamide may be prescribed before hand to reduce susceptibility to altitude sickness. an oxygen supply should be part of the equipment for people climbing about 12,000 ft (3,700 m) because it may be necessary for treating unforeseen cases of altitude sickness.

AHA Recommendation
The best way to avoid or lessen the effects of mountain sickness is to increase altitude slowly. Climbers and hikers can take two days to reach 8,000 feet, and then another day for each 1,000 to 2,000 higher feet. This may not be an option for people who travel to a destination at high altitude. Most people can adjust or “acclimatize” to the high altitude within a few days. Here are some tips:

Avoid strenuous activity for the first day or two.
Drink extra fluid.
Be careful of drinking alcohol. Its effect is magnified at high altitude.
Your doctor may prescribe medication to help prevent or treat altitude sickness.
If you have a heart or lung condition, consult your physician before going to high altitude. He or she can tell you whether your condition will let your body adjust to the lower oxygen in the atmosphere.

A most common Home Remedy for temporary but immediate relief is to drink tepid worm water and take rest.

Ayurvedic recomended Medicine :Vomitab

   

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High-Altitude Medical Guide

Disclaimer: This information is not meant to be a substitute for professional medical advise or help. It is always best to consult with a Physician about serious health concerns. This information is in no way intended to diagnose or prescribe remedies.

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How Much Oil is Safe?

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Many believe that only high cholesterol diets can lead to heart disease
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With changing lifestyles today, cooking practices have undergone a drastic change. Most families are in a hurry and convenience overrules what is correct and healthy.

To cook anything faster, you need to use more oil. Also, with cooking being largely handled by cooks or maids, the use of oil has become excessive. More and more families are finding that it is convenient and faster to eat out or order in. They forget that while restaurant food may seem tastier, it is always more oily and less healthy.

Many believe that only high cholesterol diets can lead to heart disease, but high oil consumption can lead to heart disease as well.

High oil intake means high calorie intake. All extra calories are converted to a fat called triglyceride which can block the arteries. Both cholesterol and triglyceride levels rising in the blood are dangerous as these fats get deposited on the inner walls of the arteries and form blocks, which will finally result in a heart attack.

Apart from the above factors which contribute to rising instances of heart disease, genetics also plays a major role. One woman may be able to eat mithai made of ghee daily and see normal blood cholesterol levels.

She is called a hypo-responder to cholesterol in her diet. Another woman may eat mithai just once a week and her levels may shoot above the normal mark. She is a hyper-responder to cholesterol in the diet.
In day-to-day cooking, the oil intake per person should not exceed 3-4 teaspoons of unsaturated oil.

Also, there is no protection for your heart without regular exercise. Finally, high fibre foods like fruits and raw salad have to be part of our daily diet. Fibre hinders fat absorption and helps to break down cholesterol and triglycerides.

There are many oils in the market which are labelled ‘no cholesterol’; this does not mean they are free of calories. All oils have loads of calories and must be used sparingly. To stay healthy, reduce total fat consumption.

Train cooks and maids to use less oil. Opt for non-stick cookware and eat out only once a week. Ideally a family of four should not use more than two litres of oil a month.

Source: The Times Of India

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Almond is a Healthy Nut

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Eating almonds has the same effect as the cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins . A one and a half ounce handful of almonds is a leading source of vitamin E and magnesium and offers protein, fibre, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and iron in 246 calories.

Also, almonds (and other nuts) contain phytochemicals, which are plant chemicals that may provide powerful protection against heart disease, stroke, and other chronic diseases.

New research gives even more support to the healthy benefits of almonds: almonds may well be a food that helps fight and diabetes.

Source: The Times Of India

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Eat Your Way to Beauty

A quick guide to food that is not only good for you but also helps you look beautiful!

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Going on a diet can be a good thing; however, there are so many newfangled diet styles out there that you just do not know which ones work and which ones are just fads.

But regardless of whatever dieting system or style you are an advocate of, there are ten kinds of food that you should be ingesting a lot of to keep yourself trim, healthy and beautiful.


Top healthy food

Fruits :
Research proves that eating at least five portions of fruits each day has very real health benefits. It can help to prevent heart diseases and some cancers.

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Essential fatty acids (EFA):
Essential fatty acids, also known as the good fat, is needed to keep the cells of the body functioning properly. EFA also helps improve the condition of the skin and makes the hair and fingernails grow healthier.

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Garlic :
Garlic is high in antioxidants and is a kind of food that is widely known to prevent cancer. Garlic also helps lower the body’s cholesterol levels and reduces blood pressure as well.

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Green tea:
Green tea is full of antioxidants that help prevent specific kinds of cancer from developing in the body. It also pumps up the immune system and helps lower the levels of cholesterol in the body.

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Green vegetables:
Vitamins A and E, as well as fibre and iron, are found abundantly in green, leafy vegetables. Vitamin A retains the moisture in the eyes, the skin and the mucous membrane, while Vitamin E helps maintain the skin’s elasticity. On the other hand, fibre improves digestion, and iron is needed for the production of red blood cells.

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Milk :
Milk is the best source of calcium and vitamin D for the body. Calcium combined with vitamin D is good for keeping the bones and teeth strong, and it prevents diseases like osteoporosis.

Milk also has vitamin B2 and B12, which coaxes the body to produce more red blood cells. Red blood cells bring oxygen to the cells. Having a healthy supply of red blood cells swimming in the blood stream keeps the hair and skin looking healthier.

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Soy :
Soy also has cancer-preventing antioxidants as well as Vitamin E and amino acids. It helps the skin retain its smoothness and elasticity.

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Vitamin C :
Vitamin C boosts the immune system and makes the body less vulnerable to disease. Vitamin C is also an important key in the body’s collagen production, collagen being a chemical that keeps the skin elastic and wrinkle-free.

Yogurt :
Yogurt is also a good source of calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B. Aside from these, yogurt contains friendly bacteria that assists in digestion, hydrates the skin and clears the immune system.

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Chocolate :
Yes, you read it right. Chocolate is an essential food to eat to keep beautiful. Chocolate encourages the production of endorphins and serotonin, hormones that generate a nice and pleasant feeling for the body. You look beautiful if you feel beautiful.

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Do not forget water!
Water keeps the body hydrated. When the body is hydrated, the skin becomes smooth, supple and youthful. The hair has more shine and bounce when there is enough water in the body, and the nails are stronger. Water also flushes out the waste and toxins out of the body.

Source: The Times Of India

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