Your
smile is one of the first things people notice about you, so it’s natural to
want to avoid tooth discoloration and keep it bright. However, it’s common for
teeth to become discolored over time, which can detract from that healthy
smile. Tooth discoloration is a common problem, but fortunately there are
solutions to bring back that gleaming white smile.
There are many causes of yellow or discolored teeth. A few of
the most common:
You’re Getting Older - Your teeth can also start yellowing as a natural
part of the aging process. This happens as the strong, white protective coating
on teeth, known as enamel, fades over time because of everyday wear and tear on
your teeth.
You’re a Smoker - Tobacco
products, from cigarettes and pipe smoke, stain teeth. If you consume these
products, your teeth will darken over time.
Your Oral Hygiene Is Lacking
- When you do not routinely brush, floss and rinse your mouth to remove plaque
build-up and tartar, this can hasten the discoloration of your teeth.
You’re on Medication - Certain
medications, such as the antibiotics doxycycline and tetracycline, can darken
the teeth of children younger than 8 years old. Some antihistamines, drugs for
high blood pressure and antipsychotic medications can also stain adult teeth.
Go over any such potential side effects of the medications you are currently,
or may start taking, with your physician.
You Have an Illness- A less
common cause of tooth discoloration can be either a disease that affects
enamel, or the treatment of a disease, such as chemotherapy and/or radiation
used to treat cancer. In this case, the discoloration is more of a brownish
color.
Viagra is one of the most popular drugs for erectile
dysfunction. Most men find that taking Viagra does not cause any serious side
effects. Find out which side effects to look out for and what you can do to
avoid them.Common side effects of Viagra include nausea, facial flushing
and hot flushes. Some men also complain of indigestion, nasal congestion and
dizziness after taking their tablet. All of these side effects tend to pass
quickly but you should be careful not to drive or operate machinery if you feel
dizzy as a result of your treatment. Another common side effect of Viagra is a
visual disturbance, such as blurred vision or a blue tinge to your vision. In
most cases, this side effect only lasts for a few minutes. If you experience
problems with your vision which last more than an hour or which severely affect
your ability to see you should seek medical help immediately. And few of Common
side effects explained in detail - .
Headaches-Headaches are the most common side effect
related with erectile dysfunction medications. Nitric oxide helps increase
blood flow to the penis to create an erection, but this sudden change in blood
flow can cause a headache. It is important to know that headaches are common
with all forms of ED medications. If your headaches are severe, talk to your
doctor about methods you can use to prevent them.
Body Aches and Pains-Taking medicine can be a pain and this may be
particularly the case when treating erectile dysfunction. Some patients
experience muscle aches and general body aches, while others report lower back
pain. According to the Mayo Clinic, Cialis is the
primary culprit of such side effects out of all ED medications.
Over-the-counter pain medication can help alleviate aches and pains, but make
sure you ask a doctor before use.
Gastrointestinal Ailments-Your ED medications can also cause
uncomfortable gastrointestinal ailments. The most common are indigestion and
diarrhea. Over-the-counter medicines can help alleviate minor problems, but you
may also consider making dietary changes to reduce upset stomach and
gastrointestinal issues. Drinking water instead of caffeine, alcohol, and juice
may help.
Vision Changes-ED medications can change the way you see
things – exactly. Certain brands can temporarily alter your eyesight, and even
cause blue vision. A complete loss of vision, or changes that don’t go away,
can signify a more serious issue with your ED medication. Seek emergency
medical care.
Flushing-Flushing causes redness of the skin. Flushing can develop on the
face, but may spread to virtually any part of your body. Unlike blushing,
flushing looks more like a rash. The symptoms can be as mild as blotchy skin,
or even as severe as rashes. You may find flushing an occasional symptom of
impotence drugs, and it may worsen when you:
·eat hot or spicy foods
·drink alcohol
·are outside in warm
temperatures
Like most
medications, Viagra can cause serious side effects in a small number of people.
These side effects are not common but you need to stop taking Viagra immediately
and see a doctor if you experience any of them. In my video there are few
natural Viagra recipes, try it out and avoid side effects.
Among many diseases that affect people these days, cancer is among
the most being afraid. But in spite of a wealth of scientific data, most people
keep on unaware of how they can decrease their risk of developing cancer. An anti-cancer diet is a vital strategy you can
use to reduce risk of cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends, for
example, that you eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily and
eat the right amount of food to stay at a healthy weight. In addition,
researchers are finding that certain foods may be particularly useful in defensive
you fromcancer. No single food or food component
can guard you against cancer by itself. But strong evidence does show that
a diet filled with a variety of plant foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole
grains and beans helps lower risk for many cancers.
Cancer begins as a
single abnormal cell that begins to multiply out of control. Groups of such
cells form tumors and invade healthy tissue, often spreading to other parts of
the body. Carcinogens are substances that promote the development of cancerous
cells. They may come from foods, from the air, or even from within the body.
Most carcinogens are neutralized before damage can occur, but sometimes they
attack the cell’s genetic material (DNA) and alter it. It takes years for a
noticeable tumor to develop. During this time, compounds known asinhibitorscan keep the cells from
growing. Some vitamins in plant foods are known to be inhibitors. Dietary fat,
on the other hand, is known to be a promoter that helps the abnormal cells grows
quickly.
In 1970, British
physician, Dennis Burkitt, observed that a high-fiber diet reduces diseases of
the digestive tract. He observed that in countries where diets are high in
fiber (that is, plant-based diets), there were fewer cases of colon cancer.
Around the world, this has proven true. The highest fiber intakes are found in
non-industrialized nations where meat is scarce and plant foods fill the menu.
Animal products contain no fiber.
While no one is certain exactly how fiber
protects against digestive tract disorders, there are several possibilities. By
definition, fiber cannot be digested by humans early in the digestive process.
It moves food more quickly through the intestines, helping to eliminate
carcinogens. It also draws water into the digestive tract. The water and fiber
make fecal matter bulkier, so carcinogens are diluted.
Bile acids are secreted into the intestine
to help digest fat; there, bacteria can change the acids into chemicals which
promote colon cancer. Fiber may bind with these bile acids and evict them from
the intestines.Also; bacteria in the colon ferment the fiber
creating a more acidic environment which may make bile acids less toxic.
Fiber is also protective against other
forms of cancer. Studies have shown that stomach cancer and breast cancer are
less common on high-fiber diets.Fiber affects levels of estrogens
in the body. Estrogens are normally secreted into the intestine, where the
fiber binds with the hormone and moves it out of the body.Without adequate fiber, the
estrogen can be reabsorbed from the intestine into the bloodstream. High levels
of estrogen are linked to a higher risk of breast cancer.
Cross-cultural studies have revealed that
the populations with the highest levels of fat consumption are also the ones
with the highest death rates from breast and colon cancer. The lowest rates are
in groups with the lowest consumption of fats.Migration studies
help to rule out the influence of genetics.
Many studies indicate that fat in foods
increases one’s risk for cancer, and it may also adversely affect breast cancer
survival rates for those who have cancer.
Although the total amount of fat one eats
is of concern, there is evidence that animal fat is much more harmful than
vegetable fat. One study noted a 200 percent increase in breast cancer among
those who consume beef or pork five to six times per week. Dr. Sheila Bingham, a
prominent cancer researcher forms the University of Cambridge, notes that meat
is more closely associated with colon cancer than any other factor.Meat
and milk are also linked to both prostate and ovarian cancers.
Fat has many effects
within the body. It increases hormone production and thus raises breast cancer
risks. It also stimulates the production of bile acids which have been linked
to colon cancer.
Not only are vegetables low in fat and high
in fiber, they also contain many cancer-fighting substances. Carotenoids, the
pigment that gives fruits and vegetables their dark colors, have been shown to
help prevent cancer. Beta-carotene, present in dark green and yellow vegetables,
helps protect against lung cancer and may help prevent cancers of the bladder,
mouth, larynx, esophagus, breast, and other sites.
Vitamin C, found in citrus fruits and many
vegetables, may lower risks for cancers of the esophagus and stomach. Vitamin C
acts as an antioxidant, neutralizing cancer-causing chemicals that form in the
body. It also blocks the conversion of nitrates to cancer-causing nitrosamines
in the stomach.
Selenium is found in whole grains and has
the same antioxidant effects as vitamin C and beta-carotene. Vitamin E also has
this effect. Caution is advised in supplementing selenium, which is toxic in
large doses.
Excessive intake of
alcohol raises one’s risks for cancers of the breast, mouth, pharynx, and
esophagus. When combined with smoking, these risks skyrocket. It also raises
risks for stomach, liver, and colon cancers.
All evidence points to a
low-fat, high-fiber diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole
grains, and beans, as being the best for cancer prevention. Not surprisingly,
vegetarians, whose diets easily meet these requirements, are at the lowest risk
for cancer. Vegetarians have about half the cancer risk of meat-eaters.
Vegetarians have higher blood levels of
beta-carotene. They consume more vitamin C, beta-carotene, in doles, and fiber
than meat-eaters. Vegetarians also have stronger immune systems. German
researchers recently discovered that vegetarians have more than twice the
natural killer cell activity of meat-eaters.12Natural killer cells are
specialized white blood cells that attack and neutralize cancer cells. Also,
vegetarians tend to eat more soy products than meat-eaters. Soybeans contain
many substances that are ant carcinogens, including lignans and phytoestrogens.
A diet that is rich in soybeans may be one reason for the lower incidence of
breast cancer in Asia.
Acancer prevention dietis one that is high in fiber,
low in fat (especially animal fat), and includes generous portions of fruits
and vegetables. It also minimizes or excludes alcohol. The best diets are pure
vegetarian diets. Make room in your diet for the following foods
and drinks to fight cancer.
Exercise has a quantity of amazing, life-changing benefits.
It can help to avoid depression, heart disease, and diabetes, and it can also
fend off weight gain and improve circulation and lung capacity. There is a proven
direct link between sex and exercise. When you exercise, the brain produces
endorphins that stimulate the release of sex hormones. These hormones reduce
your heart rate, improve digestion, lower blood pressure and cortisol levels
and relax the body. It might
surprise you to learn that exercise also sets the foundation for a healthy,
happy sex life.
Sexual benefits of fitness
Cardio: Cardiovascular exercise, such as
running, rollerblading or even a pick-up game of basketball can rev up
beta-endorphins, which will cause your heart to race and your blood to flow to
all the right places. Engage in these activities with your partner, and you
will find your desire almost doubles.
Strength: The cure for a low libido is lurking
amid all the steel and iron at your local gym too. Strength training increases
levels of growth hormone, which contributes to spikes in testosterone – the
hormone of arousal. Including strength training into your routine two or three
times per week, along with adequate sleep, has been shown to improve sexual
arousal.
Yoga: The roots of yoga date back centuries,
when the practice was used to stimulate a sexual awakening (also known as
tantra.). Focusing your mind and tuning into your senses in a yoga class can
work wonders for your sex life – not to mention, improve flexibility for trying
new positions with your partner.
In general,
engaging in physical activity improves self-esteem and immunity, helps you
manage a healthy weight, and increases stamina and energy – all the ingredients
for a healthy libido.
Physical activity
was shown to prime a woman’s body for sexual activity by making her more
sensitive to touch and increasing the efficacy of stimuli, while men experience
improved sexual function and better orgasms.
If sweating it
out in the great outdoors or pumping iron in the gym sounds like the worst way
to rev up your sex drive, there is good news, Sex is a workout. Spend enough
time on foreplay and swapping positions, and you can torch as many as 100
calories over the course of a 30-minute session. During the act, you will
experience an increase in metabolic rate, heart rate, muscle strength – and you
may even relieve some stress.
If you really want to make sex an effective
workout, consider adding a few novelty items to your time in the bedroom. There are countless benefits of
exercise, and better sex just happens to be one of them. Next time you are
considering skipping your workout, consider the impact it could have on your
sex life – something you might deem worthy of going the extra mile.
Hair lossis a very common
condition and affects most people at some time in their lives. Everyone loses hair. It is normal to lose about
50-100 hairs every day. If you see bald patches or lots of thinning, you may be
experiencing hair loss. Hair lossfrom
breakage of the hair shaft is different thanhair
lossdue to decreased hair
growth.
There are many causes of hair
loss. Androgenic hair loss is seen in both men and women but is more dramatic
in men. Thyroid disease,anemia,
protein deficiency,chemotherapy,
and low vitamin levels may cause hair loss. Women may notice hair loss after giving birth. People under a lot of
stress can see noticeable hair loss. Some diseases and medical treatments can
cause hair loss. Prevention of hair loss includes good hair
hygiene, regular shampooing, and goodnutrition.
Because
there are many types of hair loss, finding the cause can be challenging. This
review will cover the most common causes of hair loss occurring on normal
unscarred scalp skin. The medical term for hair loss isalopecia. The most common cause of
hair loss is a medical condition called hereditary hair loss other names for this
type of hair loss is:
Male-pattern baldness.
Female-pattern baldness.
Androgenic alopecia.
Luckily, most causes of hair loss
can be stopped or treated. Anyone troubled by hair loss should see a
dermatologist. These doctors specialize in treating our skin, hair, and nails. Watch the video for top home
remedies for hair loss.
Any
serious illness, especially painful ones,can
make you tired. But some quite minor illnesses can also leave you feeling
washed out. Fatigue can be described as the lack of energy
and motivation (both physical and mental). This is different than drowsiness, a
term that describes the need tosleep.
Often a person complains of feeling tired and it is up to the health care
professional to distinguish between fatigue and drowsiness, though both can
occur at the same time. Aside from drowsiness, other symptoms can be confused
with fatigue includingshortness
of breathwith activity and
muscleweakness. Again,
all these symptoms can occur at the same time. Also, fatigue can be a normal
response to physical and mentalactivity;
in most normal individuals it is quickly relieved (usually in hours to about a
day, depending on the intensity of the activity) by reducing the activity.
Fatigue is a very
common complaint and it is important to remember that it is a symptom and not a
disease. Many illnesses can result in the complaint of fatigue and they can be
physical, psychological, or a combination of the two. Often, the symptom of
fatigue has a gradual onset and the person may not be aware of how much energy
they have lost until they try to compare their ability to complete tasks from
one time frame to another.
While it is true
that depression and other psychiatric issues may be the reason for
fatigue, it is reasonable to make certain that there is not an underlying
physical illness that is the root cause. If Fatigue is caused
by your lifestyle should be easily treated by simply changing the lifestyle
choices leading to your fatigue. Sometimes eating habits also a cause of
Fatigue and changing and adding the suggested foods will help cure the
situation very fast. There are other
reasons too for fatigue. For an instance it could be lack of sleep, depression and
anxiety, poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and fatigue from medications.
If you’ve addressed and treated lifestyle causes of fatigue and your
fatigue is still not going away, or if your fatigue has occurred suddenly for
no apparent reason, you should see your doctor about possible underlying
medical causes of your fatigue as soon as possible.
High blood pressure, or
hypertension, is a thoughtful health problem. Over time, it causes blood vessel
damage that can lead to heart disease, kidney disease, stroke, and other
problems. Hypertension is occasionally called the silent killer because it
produces no symptoms. If you don’t get your blood pressure checked regularly,
hypertension could go unnoticed, and untreated, for years.
Some people are not aware of how
many calories they eat and drink each day. They may underestimate how much they
eat and wonder why they can’t lose weight. Your diet plays a big role in
whether you have high or normal blood pressure. Dietary recommendations for
lowering blood pressure, you should eat more low-fat protein sources, whole
grains, and plenty of fruits and vegetables.
Writing down the foods you eat,
including the portion sizes, can let you see the truth about your food
intake. You can then start cutting back reducing calories and portions to lose
weight and manage your blood pressure. This video present some of the best
foods you can eat to lower your blood pressure.
By starting a few new food
habits, including counting calories and watching portion sizes,
you may be able to lower your blood pressure and reduce the medications you
need to control high blood pressure. Check out this list of foods that
can help lower blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease.
People
practice yoga on a regular basis seems so happy and at peace, it is because
couples who do yoga frequently experience a huge boost in the overall quality
of their sex lives. They achieve increased stamina and flexibility to better
self-confidence and heightened body sensitivity, the connection between yoga
and long lasting sex is crystal clear. Yoga can benefit both men and women in
the bedroom, so if you and your partner are looking for a way to spice things
up between the sheets, it may be time to head with a yoga mat.
Plank Pose is a simple but effective
bodyweight exercise. Holding the body stiff as a board develops strength
primarily in the core, the muscles that connect the upper and lower body as
well as the shoulders, arms, and gluts. This static exercise meaning the
body stays in one position for the entirety of the move requires no equipment
and can be performed just about anywhere. Place the forearms on the ground with
the elbows aligned below the shoulders, and arms parallel to the body at about
shoulder-width distance. If flat palms bother your wrists, clasp your hands
together
Upward-Facing Dog Pose Begin by lying face-down on the floor with
your legs extended behind you, spread a few inches apart, Place your hands on
the floor alongside your body, next to your lower ribs, Inhale as you press
through your hands firmly into the floor, Press down firmly through the tops of
your feet.
Happy baby pose - Open your knees slightly wider
than your torso, then bring them up toward your armpits. Position each ankle directly
over the knee, so your shins are perpendicular to the floor. Flex through
the heels. Gently push your feet up into your hands (or the belts) as you pull
your hands down to create a resistance.
Downward Facing Dog
Pose begins on the
floor on your hands and knees and pushes the hips back while straightening your
legs. You should end up with your butt in the air, with your body in a
bridge-like formation. From all fours (on your hands and knees) bring your
hands slightly forward of your shoulders. Middle finger pointing forward with
your fingers spread, Firm your hands down, pressing through the outer
edges of the palm and the finger tips - imagine clawing into the ground to create
a little suction cup of air in the middle of your palm. Keep your upper arms and shoulders rotated
outwards while your forearms rotate in. Tuck your toes under (feet are hip
distance apart). On an exhalation, engage your lower belly drawing the navel
back to the spine. Press the floor away from you, lift your hips back and up to
push yourself back into an upside-down V pose. Keep your knees initially
bent to lengthen the spine, taking the hips up and away from you. Then if
possible straighten the legs, while maintaining the length in the spine.
Taking the top of the thighs and knees back. Press upper arms towards each
other, shoulder blades down along the spine, but keeping the space across the
tops of the shoulders.
Cat-Cow Pose each movement is done in conjunction
with either an inhalation or exhalation of the breath, If you already have back
pain, check with your doctor before beginning to make sure these movements are
appropriate for your condition. Start
on your hands and knees, aligning your wrists underneath your shoulders and
your knees underneath your hips. Think of the spine as a straight line
connecting the shoulders to the hips. Try visualizing the line extending
forward through the crown of the head and backwards through the tail bone. This
is the position of a neutral spine. Keep
the neck long, as the natural extension of the spine.
Curl
your toes under. Tilt your pelvis back so that your tail sticks up. Let this
movement ripple from your tailbone up your spine so that your neck is
the last thing to move. Your belly drops down, but keep your abdominal muscles
hugging your spine by drawing your navel in. Take your gaze up gently up toward
the ceiling without cranking your neck.
Pigeon Pose powerful hip-opener that can help
increase flexibility and the range of motion in the hip joints. Be sure to warm
up beforehand with other hip-opening poses, like Extended Triangle. Begin
on your hands and knees in Table Pose. Bring your right knee between your
hands, placing your right ankle near your left wrist. Extend your left leg
behind you so your kneecap and the top of your foot rest on the floor.
Press
through your fingertips as you lift your torso away from your thigh. Lengthen
the front of your body. Release your tailbone back toward your heels. Work on
squaring your hips and the front side of your torso to the front of your mat.
Draw down through your front-leg shin and balance your weight evenly between
your right and left hips. Flex your front foot. Press down through the tops of
all five toes of the back foot.Gaze
downward softly. Hold for up to one minute. To release the pose, tuck your back
toes, lift your back knee off the mat, and then press yourself back into
Downward-Facing Dog. Repeat for the same amount of time on the other side.
Cobbler's Pose is one of our ten essential
poses for yoga beginners because it's a good basic stretch that almost anyone
can do, even if it takes a few props to get there. If your hips are tight, make
sure to sit up on a folded blanket or two to raise your seat. You'll
be surprised how this trick allows you to sit up straighter with much more
comfort.
Begin
seated in with your legs outstretched straight in front of you. Then
bend your knees and bring the soles of your feet together as you let your knees
fall out to either side.Draw
your feet in as close to your body as is comfortable. Back off if you feel any
pain in your knees. Press the outer edges of your feet together strongly. The
feet may begin to open like a book. You can encourage this with your hands or
hold onto your big toes in a yogi toe lock. Sit up tall
with a long spine while keeping your shoulder blades on your back and your
shoulders moving away from your ears.
Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose is a rejuvenating inverted pose
that brings relief to the legs, feet, spine, and nervous system. It is a gentle
way to bring the body into a state of deep relaxation and renewal.There
are two ways to practice Using props as a supported pose, or without props.
Both options will provide the same benefits, but the supported version may be
more relaxing for some people. Both versions require a wall or sturdy door upon
which you can rest your legs. If you are practicing the supported version, set
a bolster or firm, long pillow on the floor against the wall. Begin
the pose by sitting with your left side against the wall. Your lower back
should rest against the bolster, if you’re using one.
Gently turn your body to
the left and bring your legs up onto the wall. If you are using a bolster,
shift your lower back onto the bolster before bringing your legs up the wall.
Use your hands for balance as you shift your weight. Lower your back to the
floor and lie down. Rest your shoulders and head on the floor. Shift your
weight from side-to-side and scoot your buttocks close to the wall. Let your
arms rest open at your sides, palms facing up. If you’re using a bolster, your
lower back should now be fully supported by it.
Let the heads of your thigh
bones (the part of the bone that connects in the hip socket) release and relax,
dropping toward the back of your pelvis. Close your eyes. Hold for 5-10
minutes, breathing with awareness. To release, slowly push yourself away from
the wall and slide your legs down to the right side. Use your hands to help
press yourself back up into a seated position.
Reclining Big Toe Pose is a gentle hamstring stretch that
can be modified for all levels. Incorporating this pose into your yoga practice
or post-workout stretching routine will create a greater range of motion in
your thighs, which will enhance all of your activities.
This
pose requires a yoga strap, but a towel or belt will also work.
Please do not use a stretchy or flexible exercise band — ensure that whatever
strap you use can be held taut. Lie on your back with your legs extended and
arms resting at your sides. Relax your breath. Let your thoughts settle. With
an exhalation, bend your right knee and hug your thigh to your chest. Keep your
left leg extended along the floor. Wrap the strap around the ball of your right
foot and grasp one end of the strap in each hand.
Keep your grip soft, but not
loose. By exhaling reach through your heel to straighten your knee and extend
your heel to the ceiling. Keep your right foot flexed and your buttocks equally
balanced on the floor. Lift through the ball of your right big toe. Draw
slightly down on the strap. As you do, let the head of your thigh bone (the
part of the bone that connects in the hip socket) release and rest in your
pelvis. Feel your lower back press into the ground. Press your shoulder blades
lightly into the floor and broaden across your collarbones. Lengthen the back
of your neck.
Relax the muscles of your buttocks on the floor. Softly gaze at
your right big toe or at a single spot on the ceiling if you can’t see your
toe. Hold for 1-3 minutes. For a deeper stretch to the inner thighs and groins,
place the strap in your right hand and turn your leg outward to the right.
Initiate the turning movement from the head of your right thigh bone, not from
your heel.
Keeping your left thigh pressing down, lower your right leg all the
way to the right. Let your toes hover a few inches above the mat, keeping your
leg outwardly rotated. Hold for 30 seconds, and then draw your heel back up
toward the ceiling. Exhale as you draw your knee into your chest and let go of
the strap. Then, release your leg completely and extend it along the floor. Repeat
on the opposite side for the same length of time.
Bridge Pose To begin, lie on your back. Fold
your knees and keep your feet hip distance apart on the floor, 10-12 inches
from your pelvis, with knees and ankles in a straight line. Keep your arms
beside your body, palms facing down. Inhaling, slowly lift your lower back,
middle back and upper back off the floor; gently roll in the shoulders; touch
the chest to the chin without bringing the chin down, supporting your weight
with your shoulders, arms and feet. Feel your bottom firm up in this pose.
Both
the thighs are parallel to each other and to the floor. If you wish, you could
interlace the fingers and push the hands on the floor to lift the torso a
little more up, or you could support your back with your palms. Keep breathing
easily. Hold the posture for a minute or two and exhale as you gently release
the pose.
All of us have hemorrhoids
(masses, clumps and cushions of tissue in the anal canal) in our body. All is
fine, until these hemorrhoid cushions become too big due to inflammation. It is
at this point, that we have piles.
The inflammation weakens the
muscles of the anal walls and causes the tissues to sag and bulge from there.
Piles can grow either inside the anus or externally, where it appears outside
the anus. While, there is no age or gender that is more vulnerable, but it is
observed in people aged 45 and more.
Piles affects a lot of population
worldwide but even today, despite so many attainments in health care, people
struggle with the pain and discomfort that piles brings in its wake. In order
to deal with Piles, it’s imperative that we understand why it happens. This
will not only help you to find why Piles has paid you a visit, but will also
help you speed up the healing process. Also, early detection helps control the
condition before too much damage is done.
Piles develop when the veins in
your anal canal become swollen. This can happen for a number of reasons,
including:
Increased pressure in your
abdomen (tummy), for example when you’re pregnant or giving birth. straining to
empty your bowels, for example if you have constipation, ageing –
as you get older you may be more likely to get piles because your anal canal
weakens, diarrhea lasting a long time, long-term coughing, having a family
history of piles
Some factors make it more likely
that piles you already have will start to cause problems. These include, frequently
lifting heavy objects, long periods of time sitting or travelling, giving birth
While the presence of hemorrhoids is a reflection of the normal anatomy, most
people and care professionals refer to hemorrhoids as an abnormal finding
because they only present when they swell and cause problems.
Hemorrhoid swelling occurs when
there is an increase in the pressure in the small vessels that make up the
hemorrhoid causing them to swell and engorge with blood. This causes them to
increase in size leading to symptoms.
In most cases piles are not serious and go away on
their own after a few days. An individual with piles may experience the
following symptoms:
§A hard lump may be felt around the anus. It
consists of coagulated blood, called a thrombosed external hemorrhoid. This can
be painful
§After going to the toilet, a feeling that the
bowels are still full
§Bright red blood after a bowel movement
§Itchiness around the anus
§Mucus discharge when emptying the bowels
§Pain while defecating
§The area around the anus may be red and sore.
Watch video for the top home remedies for
hemorrhoids.
The plank
is one of the best exercises you can do for your core because it builds
isometric strength to helpsculpt your waistlineandimprove
your posture. And depending on the type of plank you
try, you can also engage your back, arms, shoulders, gluts, and hamstrings. Here
is easy 5 minutes plank exercise you can do daily; you’ll love these fresh
variations on the standard move.
1.FULL PLANK – 1 MINUTES
Full plank
is done at the top ofpush-upposition. Kneel on all fours with
hands directly under shoulders. Come onto toes, contract abs, and straighten
legs; keep body in line from head to heels.
2.ELBOW PLANK – 30 SECONDS
This
is what most people consider to be a standard plank. Lie face down with legs
extended and elbows bent and directly under shoulders; clasp your hands. Feet
should be hip-width apart, and elbows should be shoulder-width apart. Contract
yourabs, then tuck your toes to
lift your body (forearms remain on the ground); you should be in a straight line
from head to heels.
3.RAISED- LEG PLANK - 30 SECONDS (EACH
SIDE)
For raised leg plank get in to
elbow plank position. Brace your body, especially your abs and lift the hips
until your body is in one line, the elbows stick to their position, now
additionally lift one leg, and hold the body in this stable position for 30
Seconds.
Alternatively you can swing the
upper leg up and down, do not let the hip sink down, repeat the exercise with
the other leg, too
4.SIDE PLANK – 30 SECOND (EACH SIDE)
Lie on your right side with your legs straight.
Prop yourself up with your right forearm so your body forms a diagonal line.
Rest your left hand on your hip. Brace your abs and hold for 30 seconds, be
sure your hip and knees stay off the floor.
You keep yourskinclean.
You condition yourhair. You're
eating right. You're doing all you can to look and feel great. But are you
missing out on an important part of a healthier lifestyle?
No matter what your
age or shape, you shouldexercisedaily. Not only doesexercisetone your body so you can wear your
favorite jeans, it strengthens your muscles, keeps your bones strong, and
improves your skin. And there are morebenefits
of exercise-- increased
relaxation, bettersleepand mood, strong immune function, and
more. Let's look at some of the incrediblebenefits
of exercisethen talk about how
you can get started.
·Exercise
benefits every part of the body, including the mind. Exercising causes the body to
produce endorphins, chemicals that can help a person to feel more peaceful and
happy. Exercise can help some people sleep better. It can also help some people
who have mild depression and low self-esteem. Plus, exercise can give people a
real sense of accomplishment and pride at having achieved a certain goal — like
beating an old time in the 100-meter dash.
·Exercising
can help you look better. People
who exercise burn more calories and look more toned than those who don't. In fact,
exercise is one of the most important parts of keeping your body at a healthy
weight.
·Exercise
helps people lose weight and lower the risk of some diseases. Exercising to maintain a healthy
weight decreases a person's risk of developing certain diseases, including type
2 diabetes and high blood pressure. These diseases, which used to be found
mostly in adults, are becoming more common in teens.
·Exercise
can help a person age well. This
may not seem important now, but your body will thank you later. Women are
especially prone to a condition called osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones)
as they get older. Studies have found that weight-bearing exercise — like
jumping, running, or brisk walking — can help girls (and guys!) keep their
bones strong.
Here are simple,
practical ways to work exercise into your day even when you're short on time.
Stretch marks are a usual part of puberty for
most girls and guys. When a person grows or gains weight really quickly (like
during puberty), that person may get fine lines on the body called stretch
marks. These marks are long, narrow streaks, stripes
or lines that develop on the skin and which vary in hue from the surrounding
skin. They are the result of a rapid stretching of the skin and are very
common. Anyone can develop stretch marks, although they tend to affect more
women than men.
Stretch marks can be visible on body parts as well as the
tummy, thighs, hips, breasts, upper arms, and lower back. The marks form in the
middle layer of the skin; when there is a constant stretch, the layer tears, leaving
stretch marks.
Stretch marks occur when the skin is pulled by
rapid growth or stretching. Although the skin is usually fairly elastic,
when it's overstretched, the normal production of collagen (the major protein
that makes up the connective tissue in your skin) is disrupted. As a result,
scars called stretch marks may form.
Stretch marks are usually a slightly red or purple shade
to begin with, fading with time to silvery white lines that may or may not
disappear. Stretch marks eventually fade to a silvery, white or glossy
appearance due to the blood vessels shrinking and the pale fat underneath the
skin becoming visible instead.
Stretch marks are more likely to develop and to appear more
extreme where there are high levels of circulating cortisone, or where
cortisone is used topically. Cortisol, the stress hormone produced by the
adrenal glands is converted into cortisone, which weakens elastic fibers in the
skin.
Often stretch marks fade over time and become
unnoticeable. For people who developed stretch marks in pregnancy, these are
usually less noticeable 6-12 months after giving birth. Cosmetic camouflage
(makeup) can be used to temporarily conceal marks.
Here are some quick home remedies for stretch marks, which will
undoubtedly reduce or remove the scars from the affected area.