tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48573459264390621842024-03-14T00:09:21.944-07:00Healthy YouThis site is a 'must read' article to all of the readers. All to talk about your health, this may help you to some of your concerns about health. Indicated in here are the information and tips for a better healthy life.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.comBlogger80125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-65033023419417591442012-05-29T16:58:00.001-07:002012-08-11T15:13:48.699-07:00The Healthy You<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: center;">
<b style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">WELCOME TO HEALTHY YOU</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;">HEALTH INFORMATION AND MORE!</span></b><br />
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This site talks more about health. Some of the information
is taken from various books and lessons that I have read; some are from the other
sites that I took for you to experience more satisfaction of reading.<span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div>
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This blog
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(1) pregnancy, we all know that pregnancy is a part of women’s
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(2) Health Tips, when you start to read the article, you can learn so
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(3) Beauty Tips, where almost all women looking for :)</div>
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Just like what I have
heard/learned from my mother, that I should bathe warm water (that my body can
handle) and after that is cold (very cold that my body can handle, too). Well,
I asked her why would it be like that, she answered me that warm water, open
the pores of your skin and when you directly pour off cold water, it closes
your pores and make your skin look beautiful, moisturized and soft. Although it
is not proved by professionals, well, when I actually did this as an everyday
routine, it really worked! Before, my skin is rough and pores are big, but now?
It is very smooth and flawless.</div>
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<br /></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-49401074441530339332012-05-28T21:30:00.000-07:002012-06-18T13:19:33.035-07:00Taking Care of Body<center><script type="text/javascript"><!--
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Your body, with all its imperfections, is sacred. It is the only body you have been given for your entire life. Your body houses all the organs that keep you alive. It gets you around from place to place. Your body pumps oxygen to the brain that enables you to feel, think, create all function. You need to take care of your body like any relationship with a loved one. Loving and respecting your body requires the same ingredients.<br />
Take a look at the tips below:<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Daily Attention</span></b><br />
To nurture a relationship, you need to pay attention to what it needs. If you ignore your loved one for a ling period of time, what happens? The relationship begins to die. In order to thrive, your body needs adequate sleep, proper nutrition, exercise, plenty of water everyday. Love your body by staying conscious about how you treat it on a daily basis.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Spend Time and Listen</span></b><br />
In order to get to know someone you love, you need to spend time together. Your body is the same way. It will communicate with you if you only listen. Your body will tell you when it is hungry and when it is full. It will tell you when it is tired and needs to relax. If you are getting sick a lot, your body is screaming at you. It is trying to get your attention. When you exercise, your body will begin to hurt if you push too hard. Or maybe you are short of breath from lack of exercise or being overweight. That is your body's way of communicating that it is working too hard.Pay attention to the cues your body sends you. Respond to them and see them as signs that something needs to change.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Special Treats</span></b><br />
Sometimes you give your loved ones special treats to show you love them. You don't give them everyday because then they wouldn't be special. Your body needs special treats too. Treat yourself to a massage, a facial, a new clothes, or a mocha latte every once in a while. Special treats help vanish feelings or deprivation.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Grace</span></b><br />
We all need grace at times, and so do you when it comes to taking care of your body. Maybe you do really well on your diet or exercise plan for two weeks, and then you fall of the wagon. For one whole week, you don't exercise and you don't follow a healthy eating plan. That's okay! Forgive yourself and get back on track. You don't have to completely abandon your plan because you didn't follow it perfectly.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Have Fun</span></b><br />
Taking care of and loving your body doesn't have to drudgery. Have fun! Find new low-fat recipes that contain your body. Exercise is only boring if you view it that way. Find activities you love that exercises your body.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-85464964061270250192012-05-28T20:46:00.003-07:002012-06-06T01:12:52.689-07:00Getting Medical Care<div style="font-family: inherit;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Getting
Medical Care</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>It
can be hard to know where to go to get medical care. Choices include:</i></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">A
doctor’s office, health clinic, free clinic or health department</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Urgent
Care</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Emergency
Department (ED)</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>Use
these tips as a guide:</i></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Go
to your doctor’s office or clinic for:</span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><ul>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Routine
check ups</span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Minor
injuries or illnesses such as colds, coughs, earaches, sore throats, headaches,
and muscle or joint problems</span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Immunizations</span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">TB
skin testing</span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Sexual
health problems</span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Managing
high blood pressure, diabetes, high blood cholesterol, asthma, thyroid problems
or seizures</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>Routine
checkups can help prevent serious illnesses. Some doctor’s offices or clinics
have programs to help people with the costs of health care.</i></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Go
to an urgent care for more serious injuries and illnesses. This includes
vomiting or diarrhea that lasts more than one day and cuts that need stitches.
These places may be open on weekends or later in the day when your doctor’s
office or clinic is closed.</span></li>
</ul>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-2140736827867156502012-05-28T17:40:00.001-07:002012-06-06T01:22:51.682-07:00Skin Stuff<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>Tips for Natural Skin Care (for all skin types)</i></b>:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">1</span> Give Yourself a Dry Brush Exfoliation</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">A dry brush exfoliation
can be done in the morning before you shower. It eliminates dead skin cells and
allows the skin to detox (skin is the largest organ of elimination).</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Dry brush
exfoliation also improves lymph and blood circulation and decreases puffiness.
An added benefit is that the gentle pressure is calming to the nervous system.
To give yourself a dry brush exfoliation, you'll need a soft, natural bristle
brush.</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>2</b></span> <b>Rev up Your Digestion</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">In alternative medicine,
good skin is a reflection of a good digestive system. People with skin
disorders such as acne, rosacea, and psoriasis often suffer from constipation,
imbalanced "good" vs. "bad" bacteria, leaky gut, and other
digestive conditions.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><br /><i>The two most common sluggish digestion culprits are: </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Culprit #1:</b></i> Not Enough Water Water bathes cells and eliminates waste products, preventing constipation.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Tip #1: Use a Water Filter</span><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Tip #2: Meet the Intake Guidelines</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Tip #3: Avoid drinking at night</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Tip #4: Drink Filtered Water</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Culprit #2:</b></i> Not Enough Fiber Most people lack fiber in their diets - the average person eats only 12 g of fiber a day. In 2002, the National Academy of Sciences Food and Nutrition Board established recommended fiber intakes. For men aged 19-50 years, 38 g fiber is recommended, and for men over 50, 31 g fiber is recommended. For women aged 19 to 50 years, 25 g fiber is recommended, and for women over 50, 21 g fiber is recommended.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><u><i>Some suggestions:</i></u></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Add Whole Grains</b></i> <br />~Choose
whole grain products over refined. Have brown rice instead of white or make your
own 50:50 combinations. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>An Apple a Day</b></i></span><span style="font-size: small;"><br />~Have an
apple, skin on, as a snack.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Eat Cauliflower</b></i></span><span style="font-size: small;"><br />~Try this
delicious Roasted Cauliflower recipe!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>High-fiber snacks</b></i></span><span style="font-size: small;"><br />~Snack
on nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, such as dates, figs, and prunes. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Eat Beans and Legumes</b></i> <br />~Open a can of your favorite beans or legumes. Rinse them well and add them to
your meal.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Ground Flax seeds</b></i> <br />~For any
easy fiber boost, sprinkle ground flax seeds (available at health food stores)
on rice, salads, oatmeal, or any other meal. You should store flax seeds in the
fridge. </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">3</span> Invigorate Sluggish Circulation </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Do you sit at your desk
for hours, only getting up to go to the bathroom? One of the best things you
can do for your skin, stress level, and overall health is to get moving!
Inactivity may affect skin and promote bloating and puffiness, acne, cellulite,
and loss of muscle tone. You'll learn more about exercise in Step 9 of the
Wellness Makeover.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i><u>Here are some quick suggestions:</u></i></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Take a quick break to go
outside and walk around the block.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Book a massage therapy
appointment.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Close your door and
stretch.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Go to the gym.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Start each morning by
stretching.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Get a skipping rope.</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Most people do not realize
this but excess sugar is considered one of the main causes of premature aging.
The more sugar we eat, the more sugar we have entering our bloodstream. Over
time, this can result in a process known as glycation, which is when a glucose
(sugar) molecule damages a protein molecule by sticking to it. The new
molecules formed are called advanced glycation end-products, or AGEs. AGEs
damage collagen in skin, cartilage, and ligaments and promote a loss of
elasticity. Wrinkles form and skin begins to sag.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It may seem
impossible to reduce your sugar intake, but it can be done! A gradual approach
works best. In the next week, choose one thing you're going to do to decrease
the amount of sugar you consume. For example, start by cutting the amount of
sugar in your daily coffee or tea by half. Every week, find another way you can
decrease your sugar intake. Pretty soon, you'll be surprised at how far you've
come!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">5</span> Eat Some Good Fats</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Essential fatty acids are
simply fats your body cannot live without. They are needed to make cell
membranes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Essential fats are thought to
keep your heart healthy, fight inflammation, and possibly prevent cancer. They
are also particularly important to people with inflammatory conditions such as
eczema and acne, and also for people with dry skin. People with essential fat
deficiency sometimes notice bumps on the backs of their arms. Here are my
suggestions on getting more essential fats: </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Flaxseed and walnut oil</b><br />~Use flax seed oil or walnut oil with balsamic vinegar as a salad dressing. Be
sure to keep these oils refrigerated. They should not be heated or used for
cooking.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Cold water fish</b><br />~Sardines
are a good source of essential fats. Salmon is another good source; however
these salmon accumulate toxic polychlorinated biphenyls (otherwise known as
PCBs) in their body fat during the 95 percent of their lives they spend at sea.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Supplements</b><br />~Consider
fish oil supplements. </span></li>
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<i><b><span style="font-size: small;">10 Healthy Tips for Successful Body Art (Fitness)</span></b></i><br />
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1. Get Moving. Resolve to be active in a variety of physical
activities on a regular basis that will develop strength, cardiovascular
capacity and flexibility.</span></div>
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2. Prime the Pump. Resolve to participate in physical activities that involve the large muscle groups of the body.</div>
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3. Let Your Muscles do the Work. Resolve to lift weight or use
resistant exercises to place demands and challenge your muscles.</div>
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4. Loosen Up. Resolve to stretch regularly – before and after or
during exercise. Remember to move your muscles through their full range
of motion on a regular basis.</div>
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5. Win the Losing Game. Resolve to maintain your weight at an
appropriate level. If you need to lose weight, a general rule to follow
is to eat less and exercise more (both in moderation).</div>
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6. Watch What You Eat. Resolve to eat a healthy diet. Good
nutrition equates to good health. Good nutrition involves providing
your body with the required nutrients in appropriate amounts.</div>
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7. Chill Out. Resolve to keep matters of your life in proper
perspective. Know what factors you can and cannot control in your life.
Don’t “stress out” over those things beyond your control. See change
as an opportunity, not a threat.</div>
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8. Get Plenty of Rest. Resolve to get enough sleep. The basic
guideline concerning how much sleep you need is whatever enables you to
feel refreshed, alert and in relative good spirits the next day. Sleep
helps to rest and restore your body – both physically and mentally.</div>
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9. Keep Your Focus on the Task at Hand. Resolve to make time to
exercise on a regular basis. Consistency gets results. Focus on the
muscle you are exercising. Don’t just go through the motions.</div>
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10. Keep in Mind that “There is no Free Lunch.” Resolve to commit to
sound lifestyle choices. For example, don’t smoke. Maintain an
appropriate level of body fat. Avoid the latest fitness and diet fads,
magic potions and exercise gadgets that seem too good to be true (they
always are). </div>
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-15965806795124911332012-05-28T17:02:00.005-07:002012-06-28T18:39:40.116-07:00Health Basics<div style="font-family: inherit;">
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<span style="font-size: small;">We need to understand the BASICS of Body
Functioning and the BASICS of Health-Supporting Food in order to Achieve BASIC
Good Health.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>Specific conditions which can be successfully treated
through Whole Food Nutrition and Optimal Digestive System Functioning include:</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Overt Digestive Problems</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Infant and Child Feeding Problems</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Reflux/GERD</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Food Sensitivities, Allergies, Intolerances</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Heartburn/Indigestion</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Bloating/Gas</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Constipation</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Diarrhea / Loose Bowel Movements</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Systemic Problems Related to an Underlying Unhealthy
Digestive System</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Candidiasis</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Autism Spectrum Disorder</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder (ADHD) and other Behavior and Learning Problems</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Epilepsy and Seizures</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Autoimmune Conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, and
Multiple Sclerosis</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Chronic Fatigue</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Fibromyalgia</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">“Mysterious Medical Maladies” – conditions unable to be
successfully diagnosed or treated within the traditional healthcare system</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Prevention of Health Problems and Disease</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Pregnancy Preparation</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Pregnancy</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Graceful Aging</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Optimal Levels of Energy, Vitality and Health</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i><b> 10 Ways to Keep Your Body Beautiful:</b></i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">1. Obviously, a better you on the
outside starts with a better you from the inside. Good choices in food are
critical. Try to avoid foods, sauces, dressings, etc. that are high in
saturated fat, high calories, empty calories, sugar or any derivative, fried,
etc. High fiber foods, fruits, vegetables, water, poultry, fish, lean meats.
Eating red meat isn’t a sin, just eat it in moderation.</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">2. Drink as much water as you can,
as this is a natural diuretic and flushes the body of toxins and keeps the
plumbing working great. If you absolutely hate the taste (yes some think that
water has taste) of water, then mix with a flavored low calorie powder mix
(careful of the sugars, real or man made).</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">3. Vitamins; once a day, every day. Vitamin
E has been known to help ease hot flashes in menopausal women. Vitamin E,
however is also a blood thinner so double check with your doctor first,
especially if you are on Coumadin or Plavix. Overdosing on Vitamin E is also
not good, so watch your dosage.</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">4. The Marlboro man doesn’t really
love you. Please if nothing else, quit smoking or do not start. Smoking chokes
off the arteries and veins in your body thereby stopping the flow of oxygen and
blood to your legs. Smoking leads to many types of cancer; breast, pancreatic,
lung, etc. Not to mention other types of vascular diseases.<br />
<br />
5. Exercise a day keeps your body in good shape. No matter how you do it, just
do it. Walk before work or after work, walk in the park with the dog. Play
outside with your kids. Exercise doesn’t have to be grueling, boring or a
chore. Play catch with the kids. Garden, run the vacuum. Pilates equipment,
Yoga, dancing are all great ways to get exercise.</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">6. Easier said than done, keeping
stress out of your life is pivotal. Stress causes ulcers, eczema, psoriasis,
etc. Try to find one thing to laugh about during the day. Reach out to friends
for a quick phone call. Smell flowers. Take a girl’s day/night and go to the
spa for a mini-massage or manicure/pedicure. Check out the newest chick flick
or comedy movie playing. Relax in a nice bubble bath or read a book. Even better,
you could go to a comedy club. Billy Connolly is on tour at the moment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">7. Much more is known these days
about skin cancer and sun stroke and the use of SPF products. While the sun
provides us with vital Vitamin D, it also creates free radicals in our body,
causing skin cancer or melanoma. It also makes the skin wrinkle. Make sure you
apply UV protective products frequently throughout the day if you are sun
worshiping, swimming, exercising or just about anything outdoors.</span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">8. Show me your pearly whites! As
important as it is to eat healthy and exercise, maintaining our mouth is also
vital. First of all, who wants to look at anyone with all sorts of gunk peeking
out from between their teeth or with missing teeth? Dental appointments, at
least every six months but definitely once a year, should be as mandatory as
your cup of morning coffee.</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">9. Say “ah” please. A yearly visit
to your physician or gynecologist for a physical and general work-up is
critical in keeping healthy. Woman, starting at age 20, should have yearly Pap
tests to screen for cancers and STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). Of
course, self-examination of the total body is a good indicator of healthiness.</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">10. No glove, no love. Any age, any
sex, anytime, anywhere. Once a woman becomes sexually active whether in a
monogamous relationship or the riskier multiple partner sex, condoms are
strongly encouraged. Condoms are a great way to keep pregnancy and STDs at a
safe distance. There are many different types of condoms available to suit
anyone’s taste and there is no excuse in the world for not using them, unless
you are married to your partner.</span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-17077312465543727482012-05-27T20:17:00.000-07:002012-05-28T03:22:37.791-07:00Itchy Scalp<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
Itchy scalp can be very irritating and you are left with no recourse but to endure the itching. There can be many causes for the itchy scalp and you would like to get rid of this itching as soon as possible. There are medicines available to treat itching, but there are homemade treatments as well, which are very effective to cure the itch in your scalp. Know how? Read some very useful tips below, and as based from my experience, and you'll find out!<i><b> </b></i></div>
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<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
<i><b>Getting Rid of Itchy Scalp</b></i></div>
<ul style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;" type="disc">
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Usage of wrong hair care products is the
foremost reason for drying scalp. So, the best way to get rid of the
dryness would be to change the products. Get a mild shampoo or
conditioner. A moisturizing shampoo would also be a good option to
explore. </span></li>
</ul>
<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-size: small;"></span></div>
<ul style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;" type="disc">
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Some people indulge in regular shampooing. If
you are one among those, it is best advisable to cut down your
frequency of shampooing. Too much of shampooing strips the scalp of
natural oils, thereby causing dryness and itchiness. <br /></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">At the time of washing your hair, make sure
you use lukewarm water. Cold water strips the natural oils from the
scalp that help keep it from drying out.<br /></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Dehydration is one of the leading causes for
dryness and itchiness. Thus, it is best advisable to drink 8 oz. glasses
of water every day. <br /></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Rising stress levels can also lead to the
problem of dryness and itchiness. So, the best bet would be to intake
vitamin E and B supplements. These would help reduce the production of
stress hormones, thereby lessening the problem. <br /></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Rosemary has been found beneficial in
treating dry itchy scalp. You can consume the herb by adding it in the
food you prepare. For those who are not too fond of its taste, applying
rosemary oil on the scalp would be a next best thing. Mix it with a
little bit of olive oil before applying to the scalp. Leave the oil
overnight and wash your hair the next morning. The dryness and the
itching would surely be gone. <br /></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Another good way to deal with dry itchy scalp
would be by using vinegar. After rinsing your hair with a mild shampoo,
wash it with a water and vinegar mixture. To prepare this mixture you
need to mix 1 cup of vinegar in 3 cups of cool water. <br /></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Massaging your scalp with tea tree oil has
been found effective in getting rid of dryness and itchiness. All you
need to do is apply the tea tree oil in the scalp and leave it for 15
minutes before rinsing your hair. <br /></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Having a balanced diet is crucial to maintain
the healthy being of your scalp. Do not binge on food containing animal
fat or unsaturated vegetable oils. Chocolates, nuts, and foods
containing iodized salt should also be avoided. A diet including green
leafy vegetables, fish and chicken would be a perfect one.<b> </b></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Tips</b></i></span></div>
<ul style="font-family: inherit;" type="disc">
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Do not scratch should be the mantra for those
facing the problem of dry and itchy scalp. Remember, you may feel the
urge to scratch but scratching would only worsen your problem.<br /><br /> </span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Another precautionary measure to prevent
worsening the problem would be trim the nails and keep them neat and
clean. This would help you avoid occurrence of any kind of infection. <br /></span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kind of hair brush you use is also a
matter of concern. Make sure you treat your hair with a clean and soft
bristle hairbrush. It would help promote blood flow and also spread
natural oils to alleviate the problem. </span></li>
</ul>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-19112202238660464232012-05-27T20:13:00.001-07:002012-06-06T01:24:35.665-07:00Lice and Nits<div style="text-align: justify;">
<i><b>Tips on How to Get Rid of Lice and Nits</b></i></div>
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1. Work under a good light, such as a lamp or the natural sunlight from sitting by a window or going outdoors. </div>
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2. Use a grooming comb or hairbrush to remove tangles then divide the hair in sections and section off the hair that is not being worked on. </div>
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<br />
3. Use a fine-tooth comb to detect the presence of lice and nits (lice eggs). </div>
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<br />
4. Using the comb, go through each section from the scalp to the end of the hair. You can dip the comb into a cup of water or use a paper towel to remove any lice, nits or debris from the comb between passings. </div>
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5. Look through the same section of hair for attached nits and live lice. Nits are always oval-shaped. While usually grayish-white, they can vary in color. Viable nits are generally laid close to the scalp. Remove all nits anywhere on the hair shaft. Check other household members. </div>
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<br />
6. Lice-killing products are pesticides. Follow the directions carefully and exactly. Treat only someone who is infested. Consult your pharmacist or physician before applying or use lice shampoos when the person involved is pregnant, nursing, has allergies, asthma, epilepsy, preexisting medical conditions, or has lice or nits in the eyebrows or eyelashes. </div>
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<br /></div>
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7. Wash bedding and recently worn clothing in hot water and dry in hot dryer. Vacuuming is the safest and best way to remove lice from upholstered furniture, rugs, and car seats. Avoid lice sprays! </div>
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<br />
8. Even under the best of conditions, a few lice or nits may be missed. Use a fine-tooth comb to screen the infested person every day and regularly thereafter. Seeing a nit or two the next day does not necessarily mean re-infestation. However, be sure to remove the nits immediately. Being consistent and diligent about screening and manual removal will go a long way toward controlling the problem. </div>
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<br />
9. Routine screening at home is vital in identifying and effectively treating a head lice problem. The average case of head lice is 3 weeks to 3 months old before it is detected. </div>
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<br />
10. General Head Lice Info: <br />
a. Head lice infestation is not a serious medical condition. <br />
b. Head lice are small parasitic insects that live on the scalp of a human host. <br />
c. Lice prefer to attach their eggs (nits) to the base of the hair shafts. <br />
d. Over-treating with lice treatment (pediculocidal) shampoos is more serious than head lice. <br />
e. Direct physical head-to-head contact is the usual method of transmission. </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-47991202884981828432012-05-27T20:06:00.001-07:002012-06-04T06:00:19.077-07:00Falling Hair<div style="text-align: justify;">
<blockquote class="tr_bq">
<i>When summer comes to a close most women find themselves longing, just a bit, for a hair makeover. Let's face it, the sun, water, sand, chlorine,
ponytails, and highlights have left our hair feeling a bit dry and
bleached out. A healthy fall hair makeover can not only help heal some
of the damage from the summer sun, but also keep your hair in prime
condition to face the dry, brittle months of winter.</i></blockquote>
</div>
<br />
<i><b>Clarify</b></i><br />
~A good clarifying treatment can be a brilliant start to getting your hair in beautiful shape for fall. Clarifying shampoos, at home treatments, or in-salon treatments help remove product build-up, chlorine deposits,
and other gunk that may just be weighing your hair down. Basically, by
clarifying your hair, you're giving yourself a clean canvas to start
fresh with.<i><b> </b></i><br />
<i><b><br /></b></i><br />
<i><b>Get a Haircut</b></i><br />
<i><b>~</b></i>Back-to-school haircuts were always a big deal when i was growing up.
The end of the summer is still probably one of the best times to schedule
a haircut. Even if you're growing your hair out and just need a trim, by the end of summer exposure to UV rays, chlorine
and ponytails have quite likely left your hair in desperate need of
fresh ends. So, schedule a haircut and give your hair an opportunity for
a new start.<br />
<br />
<i><b>New Color</b></i><br />
~Just like wearing white after labor day
is no longer taboo, drastically darkening your hair in the fall isn't
completely necessary these days. While darkening your hair for fall is
certainly acceptable, I like to think of fall color makeover
being more about freshening up your look and creating richer color.
After all, fall exposes our hair to fewer activities that may cause
color to fade, so darker color, "bronder" blonds, deeper reds, or brighter coppers will get more mileage than these colors get during the summer months.<br />
The primary key to great hair color in the fall is to take care of it with color enhancing, sulfate free shampoos, conditioners, and treatments. Get more great tips for extending your hair color this fall.<br />
<br />
<i><b>Protein</b></i>~The harsh elements of summer can strip your hair of protein, causing
your ends to fray or your hair to become weak and brittle. After you get
those damaged ends trimmed off with a great new fall haircut, pick up a daily protein treatment to strengthen your locks and prevent further damage. This article breaks down some of my favorite protein treatments. You can also strengthen your hair from the inside out by implementing a hair healthy diet.<br />
<br />
<i><b>Moisture<br />~</b></i>Keeping a healthy level of moisture
is of key importance to maintaining the healthiest hair for fall and
for keeping your hair from becoming dry and brittle into the winter months.
A good weekly conditioner that's appropriate for your hair type,
texture, and thickness will make a world of difference in the way your
hair looks and feels all through the fall months.<br />
<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-72430304137456201852012-05-27T19:55:00.002-07:002012-05-27T19:55:14.889-07:00Hair Care<i><b>A Recipe For Healthy Hair</b>
</i><br /><i>By Joanne Elliott </i><br />
<br />
Forget hair revitalizing shampoos, great nutrition is the most effective way of getting awesome hair!
<br />
Shiny, healthy hair is a reflection of a healthy body, so it's
like two for the price of one. Just like your body, your hair needs a
balanced, nutritious diet to stay healthy. So follow this recipe for
healthier hair, and be amazed at the difference it makes!<br />
<br />
<b>Water</b>
<br />
Water makes up one-fourth of the weight of a strand of hair.
Moisture makes the hair supple, so make sure you get plenty of fluids. A
key point is NOT to wait until you're thirsty. If you're thirsty, it
means your body has already lost more water than it should have, and
it's urging you to fill up the tank. Water not only hydrates your body,
but helps keep your hair silky and shiny. Ideally, you should drink
between eight and ten glasses of water a day.<br />
<br />
<b>Protein</b>
<br />
Protein is the building block of hair, so a diet for healthy hair
contains an awful lot of protein! Protein will give the shaft of your
hair more strength, and will reduce the likelihood of dame through
snapping and splitting. You can get protein from foods like fish, meat,
milk, cheese and cereals.<br />
<br />
<b>Minerals</b>
<br />
<ul>
<li>Iron helps to carry oxygen to the hair. Without
enough iron, hair and its follicles get starved of oxygen. This means
that the goodness in the root of your hair is much less effective
along the length of the strand. You can increase your iron intake by
eating red meat and dark green vegetables, or by iron supplements.
</li>
<li>Zinc builds hair protein which helps to prevent hair loss. Meat and seafood are the foods highest in zinc.
</li>
<li>Copper is involved in the pigmentation of hair. You can
optimize your natural color with a diet with plenty of copper. Who
needs hair dye and fake color! Shellfish, liver, fresh vegetables,
nuts, seeds and meat are all high in copper.</li>
</ul>
<b>Vitamins</b>
<br />
<ul>
<li>Vitamin A will give you a healthy scalp, because its
great for the skin! You can get vitamin A from foods like vegetables -
in particular, in carrots. (So its good for the waistline too!)
</li>
<li>Vitamin B and C are important for good circulation, hair growth
and hair color. If you ensure that you have enough vitamin B and C,
you'll have strong, supple strands of hair that do not split. You can
get these vitamins from eating foods like fruit, vegetables, cereals,
eggs, milk and bread.</li>
</ul>
<i><b>How to achieve and maintain a healthy head of beautiful hair.</b></i>
<br />
Three main things are needed for a good-looking head of hair - haute hair - good health, the right attention to cleanliness, and caution when using cosmetic treatments.<br />
<br />
<b>1. Adequate Diet</b>
<br />
Hair growth depends on an adequate diet. A widespread diet
problem which causes loss of hair is iron deficiency Anemia. The cause
is too little iron in blood, brought on by a diet containing too little
meat, eggs, cereals or peas and beans. Fresh fruits and vegetables are
also needed to provide vitamin C, which enables the body to absorb iron.
<br /><br />
<b>2. Cutting the hair</b>
<br />
Although cutting the hair is not essential to its well-being, it
is easier to keep the scalp clean if the hair is kept reasonably short.
Regular cutting does not make the hair grow strong or faster.
<br /><br />
<b>3. How hair can be damaged</b>
<br />
Although scalp hair is hardy, and can withstand a lot of abuse,
it can be damaged by too much or inexpertly applied perming, dyeing - Blonde to Brunette,
bleaching and massage. The amount of beautifying the hair can take varies
from person to person. Occasionally the scalp is allergic to the dye
and becomes inflamed and swollen. To prevent this occuring, the dye
should be tested by applying it to a small area on the arm. If a patch
of inflammation has developed, the dye must not be used on the hair.
<br />
Most people who bleach their hair do so with hydrogen peroxide.
If the peroxide is repeatedly applied, it may make the hair brittle. If this happens the hair may turn rough, develop split ends, or become thinned or shortened.
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-42501384029172308792012-05-27T19:51:00.000-07:002012-05-27T19:51:04.117-07:00Graying Hair<div style="text-align: center;">
<i>Deciding to keep your gray hair can be a very liberating process.
Nonetheless, there are some things you should do and changes you should
make to adjust to your new hair color.</i></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
1. <b>Get a good haircut</b>~Gray hair can be stunning and sophisticated with the right haircut.<br />
~But
without a good haircut, gray hair can make you look older and
ungroomed.<br />
~You can go short, medium or long, just choose a cut that
compliments the shape of your face and your new hair color. <br /><br /> 2. <b>Change shampoo/conditioners<br />~</b>Gray hair can be unruly and rebellious. Consequently, you will need to
use a deeper conditioner than you are used to. Because some gray hair
has more of a yellow tone, you may also want to try a violet/blue
shampoo that brightens the gray.<br />
~If you want to darken your gray
somewhat, try a color enhancing shampoo and conditioner. I use Radiant
Brunette by Suave. It gives my gray a deeper, and less prominent tone.<br /><br /> 3. <b>Access/make changes to your wardrobe<br />~</b>Certain colors look better on blondes than on brunettes and vice versa.
It's no different with gray hair.<br />
~There are certain colors you should
or should not wear now that you have gray hair.<br />
~Get a consultation from a
color consultant, or find a trustworthy friend who will be honest about
what colors look good on you. You and your friend can spend the day
with you trying on many different colors and shades of blouses/tops (do
this without makeup). Ask your friend to rate the color on you using a
scale of 1 to 10 (1 being the worst and 10 being the best). This will
help you to determine what colors best compliment your new hair color. I
used to look great in gold, orange and brown tones. Since going gray
(or more like salt-and-pepper), I've found that these colors aren't as
complimentary. Silvers, reds and blacks tend to be more suitable for me
now. <br /><br /> 4. <b>Get a make-up makeover<br />~</b>Along with making changes
to your wardrobe, you may also have to reassess your makeup choices.
Once you've determined what colors in your wardrobe look best on you,
you will have an idea of what kind of makeup works best also. Will you
do better with a softer more peachy color, or something cooler with more
of a blue/violet undertone? Once you have an idea of what might work,
visit the makeup counters and have fun. As with my wardrobe, I was more
fond of natural tones like golds, browns and bronzes. With my new hair
color, I opt for more deep reds or burgundies.<br />
Other things to
consider include eyeglasses and earrings as well as other accessories.
Above all, make sure you are really ready to go gray. More important
than having the right haircut and wearing the right colors, is having
the right attitude concerning your gray hair. No matter how great it
looks, if you aren't happy and confident with your gray hair, it won't
be a positive experience.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-34542402455571213682012-05-27T19:47:00.003-07:002012-05-28T16:44:53.822-07:00Dandruff<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>Types
of Dandruff</i></b></span><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></div>
<ul style="font-family: inherit;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>Oil-Related Dandruff</i></b></span><span style="font-size: small;">: This type of
dandruff typically occurs from bad hygiene practices. Oil-related dandruff
comes from not shampooing your hair often enough. Beneath your scalp,
there are small glands called sebaceous glands which produce protective
oil called sebum. Sebum forms an integral part of healthy hair. But
according to the Mayo Clinic, if left to develop in the hair strands, it
can combine with the dead skin and dirt to form dandruff.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>Yeast-Related
Dandruff</i></b></span><span style="font-size: small;">:
This type of dandruff is formed due to the presence of a fungus called
malassezia, which is present on the surface of every scalp without causing
problems of dandruff. However, when excess oil is present on the head, it
provides enough food for the fungus to grow out of control. As the fungus
feeds, the skin becomes more and more irritated because of the formation
of additional skin cells. These eventually die and shed in the form of a
dandruff flake.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>Disease-Related
Dandruff</i></b></span><span style="font-size: small;">:
There is another type of dandruff called disease-related dandruff. It
forms as a secondary side effect of any scalp disorder. As the additional
skin cells shed, they combine with sebum oil and transform into a case of
dandruff. Another example is eczema. This is a common skin condition
that can produce itching and dryness on the scalp ultimately contributing
to the formation of dandruff.</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><br />
Household Tips for Dandruff Cure</i></b></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Herbal hair
packs can be prepared at home by mixing henna powder, curd, and raitha
power together. Apply this mixture on the head and keep it for at least
half an hour before washing it off with warm water. Use an herbal
lime-based shampoo for dandruff control.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Take equal parts
of almond oil and pure sulfur. Mix and add 'surgical spirit' to the above.
Add four parts distilled water or rose water to the bowl and rub well on
the scalp.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Massage your
scalp with almond oil and steam your hair in it. This is done by taking a
towel dipped in boiling water and wrapping it around your hair like a
turban. Do not let the corners of your towel drip! </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">You can also
prepare a homemade mixture consisting of 1tbsp of fresh lemon juice with
100g of witch hazel in 200ml of water. Use this on washed hair. If this is
continued regularly, it maybe the long-term cure for the problem of
dandruff.</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>Dandruff
is the shedding of dead cells from the scalp. It sometimes leads to boils and
pimples too. These are some ways in which we can get rid of dandruff.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>Listed
below are the tips on how to get rid of dandruff: </i></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Keep the scalp
clean. Oil hair on alternate days and shampoo.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mix 2 tsp. of
Brandy in 1 cup of water. Apply with the fingertips to the roots of hair.
Wash after ½ hour with shampoo.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mix 1 egg with 1
cup of yogurt and apply on the scalp. Leave for ½ an hour and wash.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mix 1 tbsp. of
Olive oil with 1 tsp. of lime juice. Apply well on the scalp and cover the
head by tying an old scarf. Keep it on overnight and shampoo the next
morning.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 tsp. of
Fenugreek seed powder mixed with an egg. Apply and leave for ½ an hour
before shampooing the hair.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 tsp. fenugreek
seed powder mixed with 1 cup of yogurt. Apply and leave for ½ an hour
before washing.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Take 2 tbsp. of
Beetroot juice and add 1 egg and 1 tsp. lime juice to this. Apply and
leave for ½ an hour before washing.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">Oil hair well
before going to bed. Next morning mix 1 tsp. lime juice with ½ tsp. salt.
Rub this on the scalp with the peel of a lime turned inside out. Leave for
1 hour before shampooing. </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-29058678631740676372012-05-27T19:45:00.003-07:002012-05-27T19:45:35.415-07:00Damaged Hair<i><b>Know the Source Of Your Damaged Hair </b></i><br />
Before you can begin the process of damaged hair care, you must
first know the source. Is it chemical damage? Maybe you're taking a medicine that causes hair damage.
Are you using heated instruments that are damaging your hair? (Note
that there are hair repair products that actually require heat to work
and heal hair damage.)<br />
A visit to your doctor or nutritionist may be in order to insure that
your damaged hair isn't a symptom of a deeper health concern.<br />
<br />
<i><b>Tip for Damaged Hair: Change Your Routine </b></i><br />
Now that you've determined what's causing your damaged hair you'll
have to make some changes. Limit the use of chemical treatments like
perms, dyes, and relaxers to once every 8 to 10 weeks at the most.
Experiment with the amount you use, too. You may not need as much of
the chemical as you think to get the results you desire. <br />
If you use heated instruments, try using them on lower settings to
prevent damaged hair. Alternately seek out a thermal-activated hair
repair product that uses heat to heal damaged hair. <br />
<br />
<br />
<i><b>Damaged Hair Repair Product Tips </b></i><br />
Use a scientifically formulated product that's been tested and proven to repair damaged hair such as H2 Ion.
The most effective products do much more than moisturize the surface,
they penetrate the core of each hair strand and replenish it from the
inside out.<br />
<br />
<i><b>Choose the Right Tools</b></i><br />
Trade in your hairbrush for a wide-toothed comb to limit hair breakage. Don't ever brush wet or damp hair!<br />
Damaged hair is all too easily damaged further by rough styling.
You should avoid rubber bands, headbands and hats as well -- all are
associated with increased hair damage.<br />
<br />
<i><b>Tips for Moisturizing to Repair Damaged Hair</b></i> <br />
One of the main sources of hair damage is dryness. Without
sufficient moisture, the hair shaft becomes brittle and easily broken
or damaged. Talk to your stylist and make sure you're using a
top-quality shampoo and conditioner (you may want to ask if your stylist
has any other tips for damaged hair).<br />
In addition, leaving your conditioner in your hair for an
additional 2-5 minutes will help provide the moisture your hair needs to
help heal damaged hair. When moisturizing, pay special attention to the
tips and ends of your hair.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-10770644985225836502012-05-27T19:43:00.002-07:002012-05-27T19:43:26.112-07:00Hair Loss<h4>
Causes of Temporary Hair Loss</h4>
<ul>
<li>Physical stress: surgery, illness, anemia, rapid weight change. The
hair loss usually occurs 3 months after the event that caused it and may
take 3 months after the event ends to resume. </li>
<li>Emotional stress: mental illness, death of a family member. Again,
the hair loss usually occurs 3 months after the event that caused it and
may take 3 months after the event ends to resume. </li>
<li>Thyroid abnormalities. </li>
<li>Medications: High does of Vitamin A — Blood pressure medications — Gout medications. </li>
<li>Hormonal causes: pregnancy or birth control pills. Hair loss
frequently occurs when the body’s hormonal levels are noticeable
altered. This can occur due to pregnancy, or going on or off birth
control pills. This type of hair loss is usually temporary. </li>
<li>Diet: Women appear to be more subject to hair loss due to dietary
reasons than men. Low iron levels are the most common dietary reason
women experience hair loss, although other vitamins and minerals may be
involved. Also, the intake of a diet high in animal fat directly leads
to the increased incidence of balding because the higher levels of
animal fat cause the oil glands in the hair follicles to grow, leading
to more DHT production and therefore more damage to the hair follicles. </li>
<li>Hair shaft breakage is when part of a hair breaks off, but the
growing end remains in the follicle and continues to grow. Hair shaft
breakage results in thinner hair, and can be caused by excessive
styling, chemicals, sun, and chlorine in swimming pools. </li>
<li>If your hair loss is due to a short-term event such as stress,
pregnancy, and the taking of certain medications in these situations,
hair will grow back when the event has passed. Substances (including
hormones), medications, and diseases can cause a change in the hair
growth and shedding phases and in their durations. When this happens,
synchronous growth and shedding occur. Once the cause is dealt with,
hairs go back to their random pattern of growth and shedding, and your
hair loss problem stops. </li>
</ul>
TREATMENTS: <br /><strong>1. Treat hereditary hair loss at its earliest stages:</strong><br />
By waiting and waiting to take action and not treating hair loss in
the early stages, more and more hair follicles die off and once that
occurs, no treatment will enable hair to regrow. Once the hair follicle
is dead, it will never produce hair again … so don’t wait until it’s too
late!<br /><br />
<strong>2. Make an informed decision as to when to treat hair loss:</strong><br />
Only when you are fully equipped with a good understanding of your
condition and the treatment options available, will you be able to take
charge, make informed decisions, and make a difference in your hair to
positively impact how you feel about yourself.<br />
The internet is an excellent resource, but it is full of both good and sometimes misleading information.<br />
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3. Realize that there are effective treatments available that can stop and in many cases help your hair to regrow:<br />
</strong><strong></strong><br />
Presently, there are three products that have FDA approval/clearance for hair growth and have been proven effective. <strong>Minoxidi</strong>l is an over the counter ingredient widely available in many preparations, the prescription drug containing finesteride, and the <strong>Hair Max Laser Comb</strong>,
a home use laser photo therapy medical device that has been proven to
re-grow hair and prevent further hair loss. Also, there are many other
products that are useful when used in conjunction with these products to
help potentiate their effect.<br /><br />
<strong>4. Visit your health care practitioner:</strong><br />
If you want some expert advice, then you should make an appointment
with a health care practitioner for expert advice. Probably the best
physician to see is a dermatologist who is an expert in the diagnosis
and treatment of hair loss.<br />
Remember, hair loss IS treatable! The best chance you have to help
control your hair loss is to do something about it when you first notice
hair loss is occurring.<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-84856556485903008742012-05-27T19:24:00.000-07:002012-05-28T16:35:21.728-07:00Make-Up<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"> (From Makeup Tips)</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Disguising the Shape of
Your Face</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">If you want to make a round face
look longer and thinner it's all about shading. Darker colors make things look
smaller. Contouring your cheeks and your jaw with a darker shade will help give
the illusion of a thinner, longer face and disguise the round shape.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Using a bronzer or a brown tone
on your cheeks and jaw will dramatically change the shape of you face, but you
have to be careful you are using color that match your skin tone and look natural;
otherwise you will defeat your purpose</span><br />
<br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Makeup Brushes</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">The quality of brushes does make
a difference. Natural bristled brushes are best as they are soft to the touch
and apply powder blush, face powder, eye shadow or lipstick most effectively.
Synthetic brushes are best to use for eye shadow base, cream eyes shadows, and
concealers. They should all be washed with a gentle foaming cleanser, hair
shampoo or just plain soap and water. Squeeze out excess water with a towel, lay
flat and air dry.</span><br />
<br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Removing Makeup before
Going To Sleep</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">When going to sleep, makeup
should definitely be removed. Cleanse and tone your skin and apply the
appropriate night cream for your skin type. Nighttime is when your skin
regenerates cells and rests. If you sleep with makeup on, your pores will
become clogged from the makeup. Use your three step skin care regime (cleanse,
tone, moisturize) religiously.</span><br />
<br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Selecting Make Up for Red
Heads is Easy</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">A lot of natural red heads have
a hard time finding make up to match their hair and complexion. Here are some
great pointers: Women with red hair, pale skin, and freckles should use a sheer
foundation. Let your freckles shine through! As far as eye shadows, lipsticks,
and blushes are concerned go for natural, neutral colors. When shopping, choose
browns, camels, and neutral golden tans. For a little more color, a golden corral
brown color will look beautiful on lips and cheeks. If you want to achieve a
more dramatic look you can also pair a vivacious red with a gentle brownish-red
blush. Or try a great purple eye color! As far as mascara is concerned, brown
is your shade.</span><br />
<br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Skin Tone Color Analysis</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Today the cosmetic industry is
moving away from color analysis as far as seasons. Most makeup lines are paying
more attention to skin tones like pink or yellow hues. Any major department
store will have several cosmetic counters where there are professional make-up
artists just waiting to help you select the proper colors and skin care for
your specific needs.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Lancome, Estee Lauder, Clinique,
Mac, and Prescriptive are some of the major cosmetic chains that have a large
selection to choose from and they are competitively priced and less expensive
than some of the other exclusive cosmetic lines.</span><br />
<br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Brighten Makeup</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">You can use a highlighter to
brighten your makeup. They come in cream or powder form. Frosts or off white
are best. Apply directly over blusher, mix with blusher, or use just above
blusher and around the eyes. Also use under the eyebrows and a touch down the
nose. This will significantly brighten the face.</span><br />
<br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Night and Day</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Applying makeup to turn your day
look into a night one is simple. Here are some great tips: Apply eyeshadow that
is darker than your day shadow to the crease or in the back corner of the lid.
Use an angled brush or sponge to add extra definition to the arches of your
eyebrows. Make yourself shine by adding sparkling highlights to the forehead,
neck, decolate, and cheekbones. Apply a brighter lipstick to make your evening
look more dramatic (red is always a good choice—especially coupled with a black
outfit). Give your daytime lipstick a lighter, juicier look by blending it well
with a darker lip liner. Then, apply a brilliant gloss. Apply a bronzing powder
to the cheekbones instead of a blush; this will accentuate them without overdoing
it. Don't apply additional mascara, if anything try re-curling them.</span><br />
<br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Gentle Cosmetics</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Gentle cosmetics and skin care
products should not contain alcohol. They should be made from natural
ingredients and have vitamins and nutrients even sensitive skin can tolerate.
Make sure to read the ingredients on the side and not just what the product
says on the front. If it says alcohol in the ingredients, put it down and find
something else. </span><br />
<br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Prevent Makeup From
Flaking</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Powder cosmetics like eye
shadows can flake easily and mascara tends to have a similar problem. The
excess make up can fall into your eyes and cause a buildup. Skin that is not
conditioned well can easily flake or look dehydrated. Make sure to use a three
step skin care regime (cleanse, tone, moisturize) and exfoliate weekly. Also
using cream shadows may eliminate the problem of shadow appearing in other
places.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "inherit","serif";">Mascara is not a long lasting
product. It is recommended you replace your tube of mascara at least every 3
months if not earlier. This product dries out quickly and if it is not stored
properly it doesn't stay fresh. If you are rubbing your eyes or have allergies
you might want to look at changing brands. Watery eyes or excessive rubbing may
cause the make-up to flake or come off.</span><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-43022781444232387472012-05-27T19:14:00.002-07:002012-05-27T19:14:24.461-07:00Itching<div class="article_metadata" style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
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<i><b><span style="font-size: small;">Tips for Itchy Skin</span></b></i></div>
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When it comes to household skin irritants, the list is practically endless. It includes cleaning products, floor polishes, air fresheners, and laundry detergent, just to name a few. These products strip skin of essential water and oils, leading to dryness and irritation. In some people, dry skin can progress to more severe skin conditions such as eczema or dermatitis. <br /><i><br />To fight household irritants and make your home environment more soothing to your skin, try these practical tips: </i><br /><br /><i><b>Dry Skin Fix # 1: Gloves </b></i><br />You may have heard that if you want to keep your age a secret, you should take care of your hands. This means protecting them from harsh household cleaners and dish detergents, which are proven skin irritants. <br /><br />To keep your dry skin soft and supple, cover them with non-latex rubber gloves when it’s time to scrub. Or better yet, create a double barrier of protection: Wear a pair of rubber gloves overtop a layer of thin, soft cotton ones before you touch a bucket or sponge. <br /><br /><i><b>Dry Skin Fix # 2: Post-Swim Shower and Moisture </b></i><br />One cause of dry, itchy skin isn’t in your home but lurking right outside in the pool: chlorine. The best dry skin treatment when it comes to chlorine-ravaged skin? Chemical-free water. <br /><br />As soon as you or your children step out of the pool, head inside to rinse off with water and mild soap. Then follow up with a moisturizer that lists glycerin as the first ingredient. The glycerin will help your skin hold on to moisture more efficiently, preventing future dryness. <br /><br /><i><b>Dry Skin Fix # 3: Fish and Flax-seed Oil </b></i><br />If you have dry skin, you already know that your age, the environment, and even the time of year can take its toll on your skin. But did you know that fish and flax seed oil that contain EFAs -- essential fatty acids -- can help keep your skin hydrated by protecting it from the damaging effects of the environment? Ask your health care provider about adding fish and flax seed oil to help keep your skin moisturized. <br /><br /><i><b>Dry Skin Fix # 4: Petroleum Jelly </b></i><br />For people with sensitive skin that is easily ravaged by household skin irritants, the best dry skin treatments contain the fewest ingredients. One such treatment is pure petroleum jelly. When abrasive household products touch skin, they break down the skin’s protective barrier. Then, when you apply a chemical-laden moisturizer on top of an already weakened area, it leads to skin irritation overload -- burning, stinging, itching, and redness. <br /><br />Because it contains only one ingredient, petroleum jelly is very gentle on the skin. As a result, the American Academy of Dermatology recommends it as a dry skin soother for all areas of the body, from your lips to your hands to your feet. And because it is so safe and inexpensive, you can apply petroleum jelly as often as you like.</div>
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<i><b><br />Dry Skin Fix # 5: Oats </b></i><br />If exposure to a household cleaning product has left your skin rough and itchy, simply open your kitchen cabinet for a proven dry skin treatment: oatmeal. Oats have been used to treat dry skin for centuries. But only recently have researchers discovered what eases the itch: chemicals called avenanthramides that fight inflammation and redness. <br /><br />To maximize the grain’s itch-fighting power, take an oatmeal bath. Grind either quick or old-fashioned oatmeal in a blender or food processor and slowly sprinkle it into the tub as the water runs. Then soak for at least 15 minutes. </div>
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<br /><br /><i><b>Dry Skin Fix # 6: A Mite-Free Zone</b></i> <br />As gross as it may sound, one common household skin irritant lives and breathes in most homes. A study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology reported that exposure to microscopic dust mites promotes inflamed, irritated skin. <br /><br />To prevent mite-related itch, regularly vacuum floors and carpets and wash your bedding in water that is 130 degrees F or hotter at least once a week. <br /><br /><i><b>Dry Skin Fix # 7: Hydrating Hand Sanitizer </b></i><br />You can’t check out at a convenience store or walk into a doctor’s office without seeing a dispenser of hand sanitizer these days. And many families also keep sanitizer dispensers all over the house for quick and easy hand cleansing. <br /><br />With the threat of H1N1 and other illnesses, hand sanitizer is surely a good thing, both inside your home and out. What’s not so good is the drying effect these alcohol-based sanitizers have on your hands. To keep your hands smooth, look for hydrating versions that are dermatologist-recommended.</div>
</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-32791061409415019562012-05-27T19:05:00.003-07:002012-06-15T06:43:23.183-07:00Bed Bugs<span class="usual"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><br />
<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Here are some points to remember when</span></b></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">dealing with bed bug rash...</span></b></div>
<br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">How to get rid of bed bug rashes? Do not scratch the area as this will worsen the situation. Leave it alone and in the case of a mild rash, it will disappear within few days. The best way to avoid in getting worse is not to get overly concerned about the affected area.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Quickly sterilize the affected area with a topical steroid. Cortaid Intensive therapy moisturizing cream is one such Topical steroid cream.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The use of antihistamines, such as Atarax or Benadryl, can provide immediate relief from swelling and itching. Benadryl should be taken before going to sleep as it can cause drowsiness.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can also apply calamine lotion.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">To reduce the itching you can use an anti-itch medication. Several non-steroidal medications are available these days. These alleviate the problem of severe itching but do not remove the red spots.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">To reduce the swelling you can apply hydrocortisone cream.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">the use of an oral steroid such as Prednisone is very effective in the treatment of rashes due to bed bug bites.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Zyrtec and Claritin are oral antihistamines that can be taken during the day.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The best topical lotions contain a mixture of pramoxine (to reduce the pain) and diphendrydramine (to stop the itching).</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The application of lukewarm water to the affected area provides immediate relief for some people.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Wash it frequently with antibacterial soap to prevent the growth of bacteria at the rash site.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Add a cup of grounded oatmeal to your bathtub. This provides relief from itching,inflammation and irritation</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The application of salt and baking soda to the affected area relieves inflammation.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dip a cotton ball in Alka-Seltzer solution and rub it on the rash. It helps to clear the rash. Do not use if you are allergic to aspirin.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can also use a Homeopathic treatment for Urticaria. This is a long term and effective treatment.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Whisk together witch hazel and an essential oil such as basil. Rub this mixture in to prevent the rash becoming more sever. Rubbing marigold on the bite can also provide relief from bed bug rashes.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><br />
<b><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tips for Bed Bugs</span></i></b></div>
<span class="usual" style="font-family: inherit;">
<span class="usual">
</span></span><br />
<ol>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Learn how to recognize bedbugs and bed bug infestations by looking at our Picture Gallery. See Bed Bug Life Cycle and Bed Bug Infestation. <br />
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Avoid dust ruffles/bed skirts on your bed as this serves not only as a <i>good hiding place for bed bugs</i>,
but as an easy means for the insects to travel from the floor to your
bed, box spring, mattress and to you. If you must have them, make sure
they are not touching the floor. See also how to inspect for bed bugs. <br />
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you have a headboard, it would be prudent to have a minimum 2
inch space between it and the wall in order to make access to your bed
and you that much more difficult for the bedbugs. <br />
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">When possible, take off your shoes BEFORE entering your house, and make sure your visitors do the same. <i>Bed bugs have been known to travel on peoples shoes and lay their eggs there. </i><br />
<i><b>
</b></i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Never bring <i>used bedding or furniture </i>into your home
until you have inspected the items thoroughly and are comfortable with
the means in which the items have been transported to your home.
Unfortunately, many delivery vehicles have unknowingly become infested
with bed bugs due to removing items from customer homes. <br />
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Protect your bedding</i> with quality bed bug bedding protection products.
Encasement are an important component in protecting your property,
making the inspection and treatment process much easier for your Pest
Management Professional, and help eliminate added stress and expense of
possibly replacing these items. <br />
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">When you travel, be sure to <i>inspect your hotel room for bed bugs</i>. Travel is the #1 most common way bed bugs are spread. Protect yourself when you travel with Secure Sleep suitcase liners, travel pillow protectors, and laundry bag.
Using anti-bed bug travel products from Bedbug.com will aid in
protecting your personal belongings and making it easier to unpack
directly into your washer at home for added peace of mind. <br />
</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Be prepared by learning all you can about Bed Bug Do's and Don'ts.</span></li>
</ol>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-81918084098921205502012-05-27T19:04:00.002-07:002012-05-27T19:04:41.315-07:00Pimples<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<i>You can wear a loose shirt if you're feeling bloated and apply some
self-tanner if you've spent too much time indoors, but no matter how
much make up you apply, it's hard to totally cover up a pimple. And you
feel like it's the only thing any one sees! Here are totally essential
tips to know to get rid of a pimple and fast!</i></blockquote>
<i>Here are some tips for your pimple to get rid of it: </i></div>
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<strong>Toothpaste</strong></div>
<blockquote class="tr_bq">
Use the non-gel kind. Squeeze a little dab of it onto a clean finger and apply to the pimple. Since toothpaste dries
over night, it reduces inflammation in your pimple, allowing the
swelling to go down. It also pulls pus out from the pimple.</blockquote>
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<strong>Baking Soda</strong></div>
<blockquote class="tr_bq">
A paste made of baking soda
and water offers the same benefits of toothpaste and is a great
alternative if you just don't feel look putting something sticky and
minty on your skin. Allow the baking soda paste to stay on your skin
overnight to fully dry out the pimple.</blockquote>
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<strong>White Vinegar</strong></div>
<blockquote class="tr_bq">
There is a reason many face wash products smell so bitter—acid. The
acidity of white vinegar can actually dissolve pus within a zit. Since
it's the puss that causes the pimple to be swollen, the pimple will
reduce in size once the pus is pulled out. Put a little bit onto a
cotton swap and pat it on the pimple</blockquote>
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<strong>Ice</strong> </div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
You put
an icepack on an injury to reduce inflammation. Well, consider that
pimple an injury. And it is one to your ego, right? Rub an ice cube over any puffy or red areas of your skin to reduce inflammation.</div>
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<strong>Visine</strong> </div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Really any product meant to reduce redness in your eyes will work.
These products restrict blood vessels, pulling blood away from the
surface and taking away color. Eye-drop products can do the same for a
pimple.</div>
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<i>D</i><i>on't let a pimple be an unwanted accessory to that hair and makeup you've worked so hard on!</i></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-44025912469769244462012-05-27T18:59:00.005-07:002012-05-27T18:59:55.463-07:00Ingrown Toenail<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<i><b>Ingrown Toenail (onychocryptosis)</b></i><br />
An ingrown toenail can occur for various reasons. The sides or corners of the
toenail usually curve down and put pressure on the skin. Sometimes the toenail
pierces the skin and then continues to grow into the skin. This may cause
redness, swelling, pain and sometimes infection.</div>
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<i><b> </b></i></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<i><b>Signs and symptoms of an ingrown toenail include:
</b></i></div>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>Pain and tenderness in your toe along one or both sides of the nail</li>
<li>Redness around your toenail</li>
<li>Swelling of your toe around the nail</li>
<li>Infection of the tissue around your toenail</li>
</ul>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<blockquote class="tr_bq">
<i>You can typically treat ingrown toenails through lifestyle and home
remedies, such as soaking your foot regularly in warm water and applying
an antibiotic cream. If pain continues or there's pus or redness that
seems to be spreading, see your doctor. You may need to have part of the
nail removed and antibiotics prescribed for infection.
</i></blockquote>
</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b><i>Ingrown toenail treatments include:</i></b></div>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li><strong>Lifting the nail</strong><strong><br />~</strong>For a slightly ingrown nail
(redness and pain but no discharge), your doctor may place cotton,
dental floss or a splint under the edge of the nail to separate the nail
from the overlying skin. This helps the nail eventually grow above the
skin edge.</li>
</ul>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li><strong>Partially removing your nail<br />~</strong>For a more severe
ingrown toenail (redness, pain and pus), your doctor may trim or remove
the ingrown portion of the nail. Before this procedure, your doctor may
temporarily numb your toe by injecting it with an anesthetic.<br /></li>
<li><strong>Removing nail and tissue<br />~</strong>For a recurrent ingrown
toenail, your doctor may suggest removing a portion of your toenail
along with the underlying tissue (nail bed) to prevent that part of your
nail from growing back. This procedure can be done with a chemical, a
laser or other methods.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote class="tr_bq">
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<i>Your doctor may also recommend using topical or oral antibiotics for
ingrown toenail treatment, especially if the toe is infected or at risk
of becoming infected.
</i></div>
</blockquote>
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<br /></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-67486129351861204372012-05-27T18:57:00.000-07:002012-06-06T01:24:20.993-07:00Ringworms<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ringworm (From Medicinenet)</span></b></i></span></div>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">The term <i>ringworm</i> or <i>ring worms</i>
refers to fungal infections that are on the surface of the skin.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">The name is
derived from the early belief that the infection was due to a worm, which it is
not.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Ringworm is a fungal infection in the skin.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Some of these fungi produce round spots on the skin, but many
do not.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Many round, red spots on the skin are not due to a
fungal infection.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">A physical examination of the affected skin, evaluation of
skin scrapings under the microscope, and culture tests can help doctors make
the appropriate distinctions. A proper diagnosis is essential to successful
treatment.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">The medical term for ringworm is <i>tinea</i>.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Tinea capitis, refers to
scalp ringworm.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Tinea corporis to fungus of the body.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Tinea pedis to fungus of
the feet.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span>
</span><br />
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<i><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 13.5pt;">Ringworm
facts</span></b></i></div>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin and
is not due to a worm.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">The medical term for ringworm is <i>tinea</i>. The
condition is further named for the site of the body where the infection
occurs.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Ringworm causes a scaly, crusted rash that may itch.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Ringworm can be successfully treated with antifungal
medications used either topically or orally.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span>
</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Ringworm occurs in people of all
ages, but it is particularly common in children. Ringworm is contagious and can
be passed from person to person by contact with infected skin areas or by
sharing combs and brushes, other personal care items, or clothing. It is also
possible become infected with ringworm after coming in contact with locker room
or pool surfaces. The infection can also affect dogs and cats, and pets may
transmit the infection to humans. It is common to have several areas of
ringworm at once in different body areas.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=4857345926439062184" name="causes"></a><i><b><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">What causes ringworm?</span></b></i></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Although the world is full of
yeasts, molds, and fungi, only a few cause skin problems. These agents are
called the <i>dermatophytes</i>, which means "<i>skin fungi.</i>" An
infection with these fungi is sometimes known as dermatophytosis. Skin fungi
can only live on the dead layer of keratin protein on top of the skin. They rarely
invade deeper into the body and cannot live on mucous membranes, such as those
in the mouth or vagina.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=4857345926439062184" name="sources"></a><i><b><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">What are the sources of skin fungi?</span></b></i></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Some fungi live only on:</span></i></div>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">human skin</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">hair</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">nails</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">animals</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">soil </span> </span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It is often difficult or impossible to identify the source of a particular person's skin fungus.<i><br /></i> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>The fungi may spread
from:</i> </span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">person to person (anthropophilic)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">animal to person (zoophilic)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">from the soil to a person (geophilic).</span></li>
</ul>
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</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Heat and moisture help fungi grow
and thrive, which makes them more commonly found in skin folds such as those in
the groin or between the toes. This also accounts for their reputation as being
caught from showers, locker rooms, and swimming
pools. This reputation is exaggerated, though, since many people with "jock
itch" or "athlete's
foot" have not contracted the infection from locker rooms or athletic
facilities.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=4857345926439062184" name="risks"></a><i><b><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">What are risk factors for ringworm?</span></b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">As described above, it is possible
to acquire ringworm from a variety of places and circumstances. <b>The greatest
risk factor</b> is coming in contact with an affected individual.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">Warm, moist areas
are favorable conditions for the growth of fungi, so areas such as communal
showers and locker rooms are areas in which transmission is favorable. However,
any contact with an infected person or a contaminated surface can lead to
ringworm infection. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 13.5pt;">What
types of ringworm are there? What are ringworm symptoms and signs?</span></b></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">The following are the different
types of ringworm, or tinea:</span></i></div>
<ol start="1" style="text-align: justify;" type="1">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tinea
barbae</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">: Ringworm of the bearded area
of the face and neck, with swelling and marked crusting, is often accompanied
by itching,
sometimes causing the hair to break off. In the days when men went to the
barber daily for a shave, tinea barbae was called barber's itch.</span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tinea
capitis</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">: Ringworm of the scalp
commonly affects children, mostly in late childhood or adolescence. This
condition may spread in schools. Tinea capitis appears as scalp scaling
that is associated with bald spots (in contrast to seborrhea
or dandruff,
for instance, which do not cause hair
loss) </span></span></li>
</ol>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tinea corporis</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">:
When fungus affects the skin of the body, it often produces the round
spots of classic ringworm. Sometimes, these spots have an
"active" outer border as they slowly grow and advance. It is
important to distinguish this rash
from other even more common rashes, such as nummular eczema.
This condition, and others, may appear similar to ringworm, but they are
not due to a fungal infection and require different treatment.</span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tinea
cruris</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">: Tinea of the groin ("jock
itch") tends to have a reddish-brown color and extends from the
folds of the groin down onto one or both thighs. Other conditions that can
mimic tinea cruris include yeast
infections, psoriasis,
and intertrigo, a chafing rash which results from the skin rubbing against
the skin.</span></span></li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tinea faciei (faciale)</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">: ringworm on the face except in the area of the beard.
On the face, ringworm is rarely ring shaped. Characteristically, it causes
red, scaly patches with indistinct edges.</span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tinea manus</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">:
ringworm involving the hands, particularly the palms and the spaces
between the fingers. It typically causes thickening (hyperkeratosis) of
these areas, often on only one hand. Tinea manus is a common companion of
tinea pedis (ringworm of the feet). It is also called tinea manuum.</span></span></li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tinea pedis</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">:
Athlete's foot may cause scaling and inflammation in the toe webs,
especially the one between the fourth and fifth toes. Another common form
of tinea pedis produces a thickening or scaling of the skin on the heels
and soles. This is sometimes referred to as the "moccasin
distribution." In still other cases, tinea causes blisters between
the toes or on the sole. Aside from athlete's
foot, tinea pedis is known as tinea of the foot or, more loosely,
fungal infection of the feet. Tinea pedis is an extremely common skin
disorder. It is the most common and perhaps the most persistent of the
fungal (tinea) infections. It is rare before adolescence. It may occur in
association with other fungal skin infections such as tinea cruris (jock
itch).</span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tinea
unguium</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">: Finally, fungal infection can
make the fingernails and, more often, the toenails yellow, thick, and
crumbly. This is referred to as fungal
nails or onychomycosis.</span></span></li>
</ol>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">What is the treatment for ringworm? Are there home remedies?</span></i></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Home remedies cannot cure ringworm.</span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">To cure ringworm, it is necessary to
take anti fungal medications. Ringworm can be treated topically (with external
applications) or systemically (for example, with oral medications):</span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Topical treatment:</span></i></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">When fungus affects the skin of the body or the
groin, many antifungal creams can clear the condition in around two weeks.
Examples of such preparations include those that contain clotrimazole
(Cruex cream, Desenex cream, Lotrimin cream, lotion, and solution), miconazole
(Monistat-Derm cream), ketoconazole
(Nizoral cream), econazole (Spectazole), naftifine
(Naftin), and terbinafine
(Lamisil cream and solution). These treatments are effective for many cases of
foot fungus as well. Many of these antifungal creams are available as over-the-counter
preparations. It is usually necessary to use topical medications for at least
two weeks.</span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Systemic treatment:</span></i></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Some fungal infections do not respond well to
external applications. Examples include scalp fungus and fungus of the nails.
To penetrate these areas and in cases of particularly severe or extensive
disease, oral medications can be used.</span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">For a long time, the only effective antifungal tablet was griseofulvin
(Fulvicin, Grifulvin, and Gris-PEG). Now, other agents are available that are
both safer and more effective. These include terbinafine, itraconazole
(Sporanox), and fluconazole
(Diflucan). Oral medications are usually given for a three-month course.</span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">How can ringworm be prevented?</span></i></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Conventional wisdom holds that minimizing sweat and moisture can help prevent
fungal infections. Common recommendations along these lines are for men to wear
boxer shorts, for women to avoid panty hose, and so forth. Whether these
measures, some of which are quite difficult to implement, are really worth all
of the effort is open to question.</span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">You can also take steps to prevent transmission of ringworm infections. Do
not share clothing, towels, hairbrushes, combs, hair accessories, or other
personal care items. Wearing sandals or shoes in gyms, locker rooms, and at
pools can help reduce your chances of contracting athlete's foot. You should
avoid touching pets that have signs of ringworm (typically bald spots).</span></div>
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<br /></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-52973700225692906592012-05-27T18:31:00.001-07:002012-05-27T18:35:52.009-07:00Foot Problems<b>Common Foot Problems</b><br />
<i><b>Fungal and Bacterial Conditions</b></i><br />
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Fungal and bacterial conditions, including athlete's foot,
occur because our feet spend a lot of time in shoes - a warm, dark,
humid place that is perfect for fungus to grow. Fungal and bacterial
conditions can cause:<br />
<ul>
<li>dry skin</li>
<li>redness</li>
<li>blisters</li>
<li>itching</li>
<li>peeling</li>
</ul>
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If not treated right away, an infection may be hard to cure. If not
treated properly, the infection may reoccur. To prevent infections, keep
your feet - especially the area between your toes - clean and dry.
Change your shoes and socks or stockings often to help keep your feet
dry. Try dusting your feet daily with foot powder. If your foot
condition does not get better within 2 weeks, talk to your doctor.<br />
<br />
<i><b>Dry Skin</b></i><br />
Dry skin
can cause itching and burning feet. Use mild soap in small amounts and a
moisturizing cream or lotion on your legs and feet every day. Be
careful about adding oils to bath water since they can make your feet
and bathtub very slippery.<br />
<br />
<i><b>Warts</b></i><br />
Warts are
skin growths caused by viruses. They are sometimes painful and, if
untreated, may spread. Since over-the-counter preparations rarely cure
warts, see your doctor. A doctor can:<br />
<ul>
<li>apply medicines</li>
<li>burn or freeze the wart off</li>
<li>take the wart off with surgery<br /></li>
</ul>
<i><b>Bunions</b></i><br />
Bunions
develop when the joints in your big toe no longer fit together as they
should and become swollen and tender. Bunions tend to run in families.
If a bunion is <b>not</b> severe, actions that may help the pain can include:<br />
<ul>
<li>wearing shoes cut wide at the instep and toes</li>
<li>taping the foot</li>
<li>wearing pads that cushion the bunion</li>
Other treatments include:<br />
<li>physical therapy</li>
<li>wearing orthotic devices or shoe inserts</li>
</ul>
<i>A doctor can also prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs and cortisone injections for pain. Sometimes surgery is needed to relieve the pressure and repair the toe joint.<br /></i><br />
<br />
<i><b>Spurs / Osteophytes</b></i><br />
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Spurs
are calcium growths that develop on bones of your feet. They are caused
by muscle strain in the feet. Things that can make spurs worse include:<br />
<ul>
<li>standing for long periods of time</li>
<li>wearing badly fitting shoes</li>
<li>being overweight</li>
</ul>
</blockquote>
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<i>Sometimes spurs are completely painless - at other times they can be very painful. Treatments for spurs include using:</i><br />
<ul>
<li>foot supports</li>
<li>heel pads</li>
<li>heel cups</li>
</ul>
</blockquote>
Sometimes surgery is needed.<br />
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<i><b>Plantar Fasciitis</b></i><br />
When there is increased stress on the arch, microscopic tears can occur within
the plantar fascia, usually at its attachment on the heel. This results in inflammation
and pain with standing and walking and sometimes at rest. It usually causes
pain and stiffness on the bottom of your heel.</div>
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<i><b>Neuroma</b></i><br />
In the foot, a neuroma is a nerve that becomes irritated and swells up. If the
nerve stays irritated, it can become thickened which makes the nerve larger and
causes more irritation. Pain from a neuroma is usually felt on the ball of your
foot. </div>
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<i><b>Corns & Callouses</b></i><br />
Corns and callouses are areas of thick, hard skin. They usually develop due to
rubbing or irritation over a boney prominence. The hard, thick skin is called a
corn if it is on your toe and it is called a callous if it is somewhere else on
your foot. </div>
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<i><b>Toenail Fungus (onychomycosis)</b></i><br />
Fungi like a warm, moist and dark environment (like inside a shoe). A fungal
infection in your toenails may cause the nails to become discolored, thickened,
crumbly or loose. There are different causes and it is difficult to treat due
to the hardness of the toenail. </div>
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<br />
<i><b>Hammer Toes</b></i><br />
A hammer toe is also sometimes referred to as a claw toe or mallet toe. It
involves a deformity of the toe where there is an imbalance in the pull of the
tendons. Either the tendon on top of the toe pulls harder or the tendon on the
bottom of the toe pulls harder. This results in a curling up of the toe.</div>
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<i><b>Plantar Warts (plantar verucca)</b></i><br />
Plantar warts are caused by a virus. Plantar means bottom of the foot, but
warts can occur other places on the foot and toes as well. Plantar warts can be
painful depending on where they are located. Sometimes they are mistaken for
callouses because layers of hard skin can build up on top of the wart. </div>
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<br /></div>
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<i><b>Flat Feet (pes planus)</b></i><br />
Just because you have flat feet does not mean you will have problems or pain.
If you do have pain, there are various treatment options available. If you only
have one foot that has a flat arch, it may be due to another problem and you
should get it checked out. </div>
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<br /></div>
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<i><b>Athlete's Foot (tinea pedis)</b></i><br />
Athlete's foot is a common skin condition that can affect everyone, not just
athletes. It is caused by a fungus. It may cause redness, itchiness, tiny bumps
filled with fluid or peeling skin. It is most commonly located between the toes
or on the bottom of the feet. </div>
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<i><b>Achilles Tendonitis</b></i><br />
Achilles tendonitis involves inflammation of the Achilles tendon. If the tendon
stays inflamed long enough, it can lead to thickening of the tendon. Sometimes
nodules or bumps can form in the tendon. Achilles tendonitis can become a long
term problem or can lead to rupture of the tendon.</div>
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<i><b>What is an ingrown hair?</b></i></div>
<ul style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
<li>An ingrown hair happens when the sharp tip of the hair curls back or grows
sideways into the skin.</li>
<li>It usually appears as a
small tan or sometimes pink bump under the skin.</li>
<li>A small pinpoint (often
dark) part of the underlying hair may be seen under the skin bump.</li>
<li>In multiple small red or pink little bumps
around hair follicles may be seen on any skin area that has been frequently
shaved, such as the face, neck, armpits, legs, and pubic region.</li>
<li>Ingrown hair is a very common skin condition occurring primarily after puberty.</li>
<li>Ingrown hairs tend to be more common in areas with coarse hairs, like the
bikini area in women, and beard and neck in men.</li>
<li>Individuals with thicker,
coarser hairs, such as African Americans, tend to have the highest rate of
problems with ingrown hairs, particularly of the beard area.</li>
<li>An ingrown
hair may also appear in other skin parts, such as the eyelid.</li>
<li>An
ingrown hair is medically harmless, yet it may become cosmetically disfiguring
and lead to scarring,
skin discoloration (referred to as post-inflammatory hyper pigmentation), skin
infection, and rarely keloid
scar formation.</li>
</ul>
<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
<i><b>What causes an ingrown hair?</b></i></div>
<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
Hair that is cut short and close to the skin creates a sharp tip that can
more easily pierce the skin to cause an ingrown hair. Improper shaving
techniques are the major cause of ingrown hairs.</div>
<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
Other hair-removal methods,
including waxing, as well as common friction from tight clothing, may worsen
the situation.</div>
<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<blockquote class="tr_bq" style="font-family: inherit;">
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<i>Although an ingrown hair is primarily caused by improper or
aggressive hair
removal, it sometimes occurs naturally as too much dead skin debris blocks
the hair follicle opening, causing the hair to grow sideways.<br /></i></div>
</blockquote>
<div style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">
<a href="" name="develops"></a><i><b>Who develops ingrown hairs?</b></i></div>
<blockquote class="tr_bq" style="font-family: inherit;">
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Nearly everyone will have an ingrown hair at some time.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Overall, teenagers
and adults are more prone to ingrown hairs.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
African-American individuals with
thicker, coarser hairs tend to have the highest rate of problems with ingrown
hairs.<br /></div>
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<i><b>Ingrown hair facts</b></i></div>
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African-American skin.</li>
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legs, and pubic region.</li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;">Ingrown
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;">Infection
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;">Avoid
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;">Ingrown
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;">Laser hair
removal can be a good option to prevent ingrown hairs.<br />
<br /></li>
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<div style="font-family: inherit;">
<a href="" name="what"></a><a href="" name="symptoms"></a><i><b>What are symptoms and signs of an
ingrown hair</b><b>?</b></i></div>
<ul style="font-family: inherit;">
<li>Itch
and tenderness at the ingrown hair area.</li>
<li>Can lead to a
localized foreign-body inflammatory reaction, which causes the pinpoint red or
pink bumps on the skin.</li>
<li>Some of the bumps may be slightly red or have an
accompanying light-red halo indicating inflammation.</li>
<li>Sometimes, the curled hair
can be barely visible at the center of the bump.</li>
<li>Small pus bumps or dry red
bumps are often scattered over an area that has been shaved recently. Often the
bumps start a few days to weeks after hair removal and get worse as the hairs
grow back. Acne
whiteheads, called milia, may also be in the same areas as ingrown hairs.</li>
</ul>
<ul style="font-family: inherit;">
<li>Individuals who have ingrown hairs may experience a painful acne-like
eruption after shaving.</li>
<li>The upper skin layers may have some dilation of the
small superficial blood vessels, which gives the skin a red or flushed
appearance.</li>
<li>Pustules and rare abscesses may form on the ingrown hair sites due
to the infection with common skin bacteria, such as <i>Staphylococcus</i>
and <i>Pseudomonas</i>.<br />
<br /></li>
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<i><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Shaving
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">If you opt to shave your bikini
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clinical associate professor of dermatology at the University of
Alabama-Birmingham, and a spokeswoman for Philips Healthcare: </span></div>
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subsided.</span></li>
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an ugly scar. You can try gently lifting ingrown hairs with a toothpick,
but don't use anything too sharp. If the hair doesn't lift easily, stop,
and if the area is tender or hot to the touch, see your doctor.</span></li>
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bacteria, moisture, and chafing from your workout clothes.</span></li>
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three services requested in spas, according to Spa Trade, a spa industry
business resource. </span></i></div>
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<i>Best results may be achieved with combination therapy. Consulting a medical
doctor who specializes in dermatology may be necessary for the optimal
treatment of more severe cases.</i></div>
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<i><b><span class="heading">What is a Boil? </span></b></i><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<li>A localized infection that runs deep in the skin</li>
<li>A skin abscess filled with pus that forms inside the
body. </li>
<li>It appears tender, reddened area.</li>
<li>The area turns firm and hard and tender.</li>
<li>The center of the boil gets softer and is filled with
white blood cells dispatched by the body from to fight the infection. This
collection of white blood cells, proteins and bacteria is commonly called pus. </li>
<li>The pus gets a “head" that can either be opened by
surgery or which can drain out on its own through the skin surface. Boils can
be of various types including furuncle or carbuncle, cystic acne, hidradenitis
suppurativa, and pilonidal cyst.</li>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Symptoms of Boils: <br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<li>Reddish, pus-filled lumps that is tender and warm.</li>
<li>These lumps are painful as well.</li>
<li>A yellow or white point at the center of the lump at the
time when the accumulated pus is about to be drained out or discharged from the
boil.</li>
<li>If the infection is severe, multiple boils may appear
accompanied by fever and swollen lymph nodes. </li>
<li>There is sometimes an itchy feeling in the area prior to
the formation of the lump.</li>
<li>Commonly, boils appear on the back, stomach, underarms,
shoulders, face, lip, eyes, nose, thighs and buttocks. </li>
<li>The possibility of boils appearing elsewhere cannot be
ruled out altogether. Because of the presence of bacteria in the discharge,
boils may sometimes emit a foul smell, especially when drained.</li>
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<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Causes of Boils: </span></strong><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<ul>
<li>Boils may appear because of an ingrown hair.</li>
<li>A splinter or other foreign material that has entered into
the skin may cause others. </li>
<li>Boils, like those of acne, occur because of infection in
plugged sweat glands.</li>
<li>The skin plays a major role in our immune defense system
protecting it from materials and microbes that are foreign to our body. So once
there is a break in the skin, such as a cut or scrape, it can lead to an
abscess if it gets infected with bacteria. </li>
<li>Those who suffer from diseases such as diabetes, kidney
failure, or hypogammaglobulinemia are more prone to developing boils. </li>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Prevention and treatment of
Boils:</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Natural and Ayurvedic:</span></strong></div>
<ul>
<li>Although it is not possible to prevent boils completely,
a few measures can be taken to reduce the chances of their formation. </li>
<li>For example, good hygiene and the regular use of
antibacterial soaps can stop the build-up of bacteria on the skin. This
diminishes the chance for the hair follicles to get infected and thereby form
boils.</li>
<li>Most boils are treatable at home, but an early attention is essential
for avoiding future complications.</li>
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<br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Home Remedies:</span></strong><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<ul>
<li>The most common treatment for most boils is heat
application, often using hot soaks or hot packs.</li>
<li>Small boils, like those that form around hairs, usually drain
on their own with soaking.</li>
<li>Larger boils, however, sometimes may need to be drained
or "lanced" by a doctor.</li>
<li>In most cases, such larger boils contain several pockets
of pus that must be opened and drained. Antibiotics are often used to fight the
accompanying bacterial infection, more so if there is an infection of the
surrounding skin.</li>
<li>Antibiotics, however, have not been found to work in
every case.</li>
</ul>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05672854678089007427noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4857345926439062184.post-22807100769488037432012-05-27T17:56:00.002-07:002012-05-27T17:56:40.925-07:00Sun and Skin Tips<div style="font-family: inherit;">
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<b><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Sun
and Skin</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">We all know we need to protect our
skin from the sun's harmful rays. Of course, it's impossible to avoid the sun —
who wants to hide indoors when it feels so great to get outside? And the sun's
not all bad, anyway: Sunlight helps our bodies create </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 12pt;">vitamin D.
So follow these tips when you're outdoors to help manage sun exposure:</span></div>
<ul style="font-family: inherit;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at
least 15, even if it's cloudy or you don't plan on spending a lot of time
outdoors. If you sweat a lot or go swimming, reapply sunscreen every 1½ to
2 hours (even if the bottle says the sunscreen is waterproof).</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Choose a sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays.
Look for the words "broad spectrum protection" or UVA protection
in addition to the SPF of 15 or greater. Select a sunscreen that says
"nonacnegenic" or "noncomedogenic" on the label to
help keep pores clear.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The sun's rays are strongest between 10:00 AM and 4:00
PM, so reapply sunscreen frequently and take breaks indoors if you can. If
your shadow is longer than you are tall, then it's a safer time to be in
the sun (you should still wear sunscreen, though).</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Apply more sunscreen (with higher SPF) when you're
around reflective surfaces like water, snow, or ice.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We all know that the sun can damage skin, but did you
know it can contribute to eye problems, too? Protect your face and eyes
with a hat and sunglasses that provide 100% UV protection.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Some medications, such as prescription acne
medications, can increase your sensitivity to the sun (and to tanning
beds). So if you're taking medication, increase your sun protection.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">If you want the glow of a tan, try faking it with
self-tanners or salon spray-on treatments. Avoid tanning beds. They still
contain some of the same harmful UV rays as the sun</span></li>
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