Healthier Matters

Aloe vera for health and beauty

health girl — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:24:54 +0000

Aloe vera can be considered as an “underrated” medicinal plant because it is a very potent plant not only as a beauty product but also for medicinal use and some of its uses were even scientifically proven.
As a beauty product, aloe vera is often associated to hair treatment. It is often considered as a natural conditioner as it moisturizes the hair and scalp. Aloe vera is also one of the most popular natural remedies for treating burnt skin. There are oil-based burn treatment products sold in pharmacies which are predominantly made from aloe vera.

Aside from treatment for various skin conditions such as burns and wounds, the plant can even be used for heartburn. Drinks based on aloe vera are highly recommended for those seeking alternative treatment for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, increase in blood sugar and removal of acid in the stomach.

Aloe vera is a tropical plant but can be grown in any country in the right condition. It is even considered an ornamental plant because of its unique look. A few pots of aloe vera at home can be very useful for the entire family.

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Latest studies on Benefits of Organic Foods

health girl — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:45:19 +0000

Since the organic industry has had an important development in recent years, especially in the food and drinks sector, it would be interesting to evaluate a bit more the actual benefits of eating organic by going beyond the reassuring image that has been marketed.

We have therefore turned to a governmental authority, the Food Standards Agency (FSA), to discover that the latest study around organic food does not confirm many assumptions regading nutritional values and health safety conditions of organic food. In fact, the report clearly states that, at present, there is no actual evidence of organic food being more nutritious than normally grown food. This latter depends on various factors such as the storage method of foods that preserves freshness, the condition of soils and the way animals are fed. According to the FSA, these factors do not seem to be affected by the way aliments are produced, organically or conventionally.

The main difference in organic production of food consists in the restriction of artificial elements (i.e. pesticides, fertiliserd, additives, GMO products, anti-conventional veterinary medicines, etc…) as well as production and breeding systems that are particularly respectful of animal health and welfare. For this reasons, studies have come up to different conclusions about higher food safety standards but the opinion that organic foods are not necessarily safer is still very much valid, as normative regulations do exist for any means of food production.

In conclusion, people buying organic products should perhaps think more about their motivation in doing since there seems to be more grounds to eat organic food as an ethical choice rather than for its nutritious and healthy benefits.

Deep Sleep with Alpha MediPod

health girl — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:19:14 +0000

According to experts, the quality of sleep can be even more important than the number of hours we sleep. Our energy and productivity level during the day are vitally depending on getting enough sleep and thorough rest. Furthermore, studies have proven that the so called “power nap” is highly beneficial for stress management and increased concentration because our bodies find deep regeneration from a 20 minutes sleep, ideally 8 hours after we wake up, when we have a natural “low”.

Daily activity rhythms, however, can easily cause accumulated stress and sleep deficit which can lead to a state of chronicle fatigue or insomnia. Improving the quality of our rest might actually sound an impossible achievement when having busy daily routines.

For this reason, it is definitely worth taking a look at this innovative product, the Alpha-Medi Pod. It is based on a “mind-body” programme which is designed to put us in a state of deep relaxation and comforting sleep just with a touch of a button. With three different programmes, Power Nap, Deep Sleep and Relaxation, this match box designed pod could be the definitive solution for those with serious sleeping disorders but could also mean a dramatic improvement of life quality by giving you back all your energies and strength every time you wake up.

How Laser Teeth Whitening Works

health girl — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 22:19:12 +0000

Teeth whitening treatments have become very popular as a way to correct discoloration of teeth which especially occurs after repeated consumption of substances such as caffeine and nicotine.

Among the several teeth whitening solutions, laser whitening is becoming one of the most practiced by dental specialists. This is because the results are particularly satisfying in terms of the uniformity of colour and also because the time spent on the procedure is not excessive and overall simple.

The process of laser teeth whitening takes up to an hour session. After sealing the patient’s gum all around the teeth with a special rubber, the dental hygienist applies a gel with peroxide (which is the substance responsible for the whitening effect) onto the teeth and uses laser light to activate the whitening reaction. The same process is then repeated a second time.

Factors that should be taken into account before having the treatment are, in particular, sensitivity of gums and teeth. This is not a strict counter-indication, however, in most cases patients will experience increased sensitivity for 3-4 days after the treatment.

On the other hand, dental restorations like bridges or fillings cannot be treated with laser whitening but need to be replaced afterwards in order to match the new colour of the treated teeth. In any case, it is most important to be well advised by your dentist, if you are thinking about doing laser teeth whitening.

Natural Remedies against Coughs

health girl — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:00:26 +0000

With the winter season and spreading of viruses and bugs, coughing can become a very frequent symptom, often accompanied with viral infections such as influenza and bronchitis. When coughing, our body is trying to expell the mucus which is formed as a result of an infection in the respiratory ways.

If not thoroughly and adequately treated, coughs can be very disturbing and tend to persist for several days even in a minor form. However, before jumping on taking strong medecines, such as antibiotics, which many people tend to associate as an effective cure but are not indicated for coughs, there are numerous simple natural remedies that will do the job.

Onions are very good for coughs and can do a natural cough syrup. After they are chopped and turned into juice, mix them with honey. Otherwise, onion juice boiled with an equal quantity of lime juice, a single cup of water and some honey is also very good and to be taken three times a day to cure cough and cold.

Honey and grapes are in particular indicated for chesty coughs as an expectorant to clear the lungs and throat from phlegma. In the case of dry coughs, where mucus is more difficult to break, aliments such as aniseeds and almonds are very useful. Aniseeds can be taken as a hot tisane, whereas almonds can be soaked and ground with sugar and butter into a fine paste. Basil is also very effective, drank as tea or even simply chewed.

Other useful recommendations for coughs are to drink plenty of water and take very hot and steamy showers that are fluidizers for mucus. Also, for those who smoke, it is essential to avoid doing so when having a cough and staying away from smoking areas.

Our body’s bacteria map

healthier matters — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:29:17 +0000

There are two types of bacteria: the good and the bad bacteria. These bacteria can be found in and around our body and they play important roles to our physical functions. Recently, scientists came up with an atlas of the different bacteria living in different parts of our body. Some of these bacteria are good and helps us stay healthy while some are bad and makes us sick.

The scientists hope that their atlas of bacteria would help to aid in the clinical research. They hope that one day, it would be possible to identify which site of the human body would certain microbes be transplanted for health benefits.

The study shows that the community of bacteria varies on every person. The location as to where the community of bacteria is found also varies on every individual although patterns were discovered.

With trillions of microbes living on us and inside our body, these bacteria are important. Research was done over 3 months with several volunteers and they used the latest computer techniques and gene sequencing to create the bacteria map. They found out that there are some bacteria that vary even when taken from the same person. Also, some areas have less variation than others such as the armpits and at the soles of our feet. The least varied area is on our mouth cavity.

Researcher Dr. Ferrer said that there is still a lot more questions that needed to be answered. There will be more tests to be done to finalize the study.

Breast cancer awareness month

healthier matters — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:52:15 +0000

The month of October is the breast cancer awareness month. It is celebrated by giving out more information about how to take care of the breasts to avoid getting cancer. It’s an international campaign that occurs annually and is organised by several charitable institutions promoting breast cancer awareness.

The purpose of this isn’t only to increase the awareness of people with the danger signs of breast cancer and how to prevent it, but also to raise funds for more research about the disease. So in the future, better technology and treatment would be available and people with this form of cancer would have a much higher chance to get cured.

Millions of women get this kind of cancer while some men, although fewer than women, are inflicted with this disease every year. Breast cancer is now curable but only if it’s detected on its earlier stage. With the increased awareness, the organizers hope to get as many people aware of the signs and symptoms so they can ask for treatment before it’s too late.

Earlier detection is better than cure. Did you perform the regular breast examination on yourself to see if there’s any lump? If not, now’s the time to be reminded of it. When you feel a lump on your chest, go directly to the doctor and have it checked.

How does Vaser work?

health girl — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:08:32 +0000

If you decided to have Vaser or if you want to lose fat instantly, have a look at how Vaser Liposelection works. This video explains what happens to your body during the procedure, what negative effects will be avoided and how you can get the body you wanted even quicker than you have thought.

Vaser Liposelection can get you the body you want, a healthy lifestyle can help you keep the body you want.

The ultimate liposuction procedure: Vaser

Your weight and life expectancy

healthier matters — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:46:07 +0000

It’s not surprising to know that people who are extremely overweight (obese) and extremely underweight die earlier than people of normal weight but findings also show that people who are overweight or are carrying some extra pounds more than normal actually live longer than those who are of normal weight. These are the findings that were published online by researchers which they entitled “Obesity”.

David Feeny, a PhD and coauthor of the said study said that it is quite a surprise to find out that those who are carrying a few extra pounds more actually have an advantage than normal weight people. He believes that perhaps the few extra pounds actually help the older people during the decline of their health but he does not advice people of normal weight to start gaining weight. He also added that the study only looks at the mortality and not with the quality of life that person has. Obese people have negative health effects such as diabetes and high blood pressure.

In their study, they study the relationship of BMI and the death rate of over 11,000 Canadian adults over the span of 12 years. They noticed through the research that people who are extremely underweight have the highest risk of death and the second highest are the extremely obese people. The overweight people are less risked than normal weight people based on their 12-year study.

IPL Skin Rejuvenation

healthier matters — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:16:11 +0000

The Aurora IPL technology helps remove red veins, sun spots, age spots, rosacea and many others. The technology helps in rebuilding the collagen of the skin using electrical energy and controlled pulses. You would surely see great results after each treatment. The skin feels more firm and plump and it looks clearer.

IPL Skin Rejuvenation technology is safe to be used on different body parts such as the face, chest, arms where you want your skin to look much younger and firmer. This method is safe to be used just below the eyes too and is great for reducing the lines around the chin and the mouth.

If you have sun spots or age spots, you’d need a course of treatments but after each session you’d see amazing difference on your skin. Red veins or spider veins would also close down on treatments and your skin would look clear and bright.

To rebuild your facial collagen, a set of 5 IPL skin rejuvenation sessions is usually prescribed and each session takes place every 2 weeks in order for you to get the best possible results.