Friday 29 March 2019

Health First

1. STROKE


STROKE: Remember The 1st Three Letters... S.T..R ...
My friend sent this to me ...and encouraged me to post it and spread the word. I agree. If everyone can remember something this simple, we could save some folks.

STROKE IDENTIFICATION:
During a party, a friend stumbled and took a little fall - she assured everyone that she was fine and just tripped over a brick because of her new shoes. (they offered to call an ambulance)

They got her cleaned up and got her a new plate of food - while she appeared a bit shaken up, Ingrid went about enjoying herself the rest of the evening. Ingrid's husband called later telling everyone that his wife had been taken to the hospital - (at 6:00pm , Ingrid passed away.)
She had suffered a stroke at the party . Had they known how to identify the signs of a stroke, perhaps Ingrid would be with us today.

Some don't die. They end up in a helpless, hopeless condition instead. It only takes a minute to read this...

STROKE IDENTIFICATION:

A neurologist says that if he can get to a stroke victim within 3 hours he can totally reverse the effects of a stroke...totally. He said the trick was getting a stroke recognized, diagnosed, and then getting the patient medically cared for within 3 hours, which is tough.

RECOGNIZING A STROKE

Remember the '3' steps, STR. Read and Learn!
Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster.
The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.
Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions :

S * Ask the individual to SMILE ..
T * = TALK. Ask the person to SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently) (eg 'It is sunny out today').
R * Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS.

If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call the ambulance and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.

NOTE: Another 'sign' of a stroke is
1. Ask the person to 'stick' out their tongue.
2. If the tongue is 'crooked' if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke.

A prominent cardiologist says if everyone who gets this status shares it; you can bet that at least one life will be saved...



2. Water




#1. 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. (also applies to half the world population)

#2. In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is mistaken for hunger.

#3. Even MILD dehydration will slow down one's metabolism as 3%.

#4. One glass of water will shut down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a University of Washington study.

#5. Lack of water, the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue.

#6. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers.

#7. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page.

#8. Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decrease the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79% and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer.

Are you drinking the amount of water you should drink every day?



3. Sinus :




Press with thumb for 5 seconds & release for 3 seconds, in the affected point. Repeat for 3-4 minutes for 6 to 13 days. u will get relief....dont forget to share...it costs nothing.





4. Cough




5. Hazard in flooded area:


6. Deep Breathing

7. 15 SPECTACULAR TRICKS FOR YOUR BODY !!!! 

1.) If you've got an itch in your throat, scratch your ear. When the
nerves in the ear get stimulated, they create a reflex in the throat
that causes a muscle spasm, which cures the itch.

2.) Having trouble hearing someone at a party or on the phone?
Use your right ear it's better at picking up rapid speech. But, the left is better at picking up music tones.

3.) If you need to relieve yourself BADLY, but you're not anywhere
near a bathroom, fantasize about RELATIONS. That preoccupies your brain and distracts it.

4.) Next time the doctor's going to give you an injection, COUGH as
the needle is going in. The cough raises the level of pressure in your
spinal canal, which limits the pain sensation as it tries to travel to
your brain.

5.) Clear a stuffed nose or relieve sinus pressure by pushing your
tongue against the roof of your mouth then pressing a finger between
your eyebrows. Repeat that for 20 seconds it causes the vomer bone
to rock, which loosens your congestion and clears you up.

6.) If you ate a big meal and you're feeling full as you go to sleep,
lay on your left side. That'll keep you from suffering from acid reflux it keeps your stomach lower than your esophagus, which will help
keep stomach acid from sliding up your throat.

7.) You can stop a toothache by rubbing ice on the back of your
hand, on the webbed area between your thumb and index finger.
The nerve pathways there stimulate a part of the brain that blocks
pain signals from your mouth.

8.) If you get all messed up on liquor, and the room starts spinning, put your hand on something stable. The reason: Alcohol dilutes the blood in the part of your ear called the cupula, which regulates balance. Putting your hand on something stable gives your brain another reference point, which will help make the world stop spinning.

9.) Stop a nose bleed by putting some cotton on your upper gums right behind the small dent below your nose and press against it hard. Most of the bleeding comes from the cartilage wall that divides the nose, so pressing there helps get it to stop.

10.) Nervous? Slow your heart rate down by blowing on your thumb. The vagus nerve controls your heart rate, and you can calm it down by breathing.

11.) Need to breathe underwater for a while? Instead of taking a huge breath, HYPERVENTILATE before you go under, by taking a bunch of short breaths. That'll trick your brain into thinking it has more oxygen, and buy you about 10 extra seconds.

12.) You can prevent BRAIN FREEZE by pressing your tongue flat against the roof of your mouth, covering as much surface area as possible. Brain freeze happens because the nerves in the roof of your mouth get extremely cold, so your brain thinks your whole body is cold. It compensates by overheating which causes your head to hurt. By warming up the roof of your mouth, you'll chill your brain and feel better.

13.) If your hand falls asleep, rock your head from side to side. That'll wake your hand or arm up in less than a minute. Your hand falls asleep because of the nerves in your neck compressing so loosening your neck is the cure. If your foot falls asleep, that's governed by nerves lower in the body, so you need to stand up and walk around.

14.) Finally, this one's totally USELESS, but a nice trick. Have someone stick their arm out to the side, straight, palm down. Press down on his wrist with two fingers. He'll resist, and his arm will stay horizontal. Then, have him put his foot on a surface that's half an inch off the ground, like a stack of magazines, and do the trick again. Because his spine position is thrown off, his arm will fall right to his side, no matter how much he tries to resist.

15.) Got the hiccups? Press thumb and second finger over your
eyebrows until the hiccups are over - usually, in a short while.


8 Signs of a Possible Cancer You Need to Know

Cancer is a disease of many common symptoms depending on the particular form of cancer and where it resides. In this list, we go through alarming signs of cancer that while prolonged you should always seek medical attention too.

Before you continue reading any further it is important to know that the listed symptoms do not directly mean that you have cancer. Always seek medical attention if the symptoms are persistent.

#1 - Extreme tiredness.

The cells of cancer compete with normal cells and take high amounts of energy, which empties your supplies faster than normal, making you feel extremely tired. Fatigue from cancer is not similar to normal tiredness solved by more sleep.

#2 - Weight Loss

When diagnosed with cancer, around 40 per cent of the people reported unexplained weight loss. We have known for decades that some forms of cancer cause alerted cellular metabolism, making you "hypermetabolic".

#3 - Constant headaches

A brain tumour perpetuates pressure on the brain and the brain plates which results in permanent or wavelike headaches. It is reported that patients with brain cancer can notice the difference between regular and cancer caused headaches. A brain tumour might also inflict vomiting, seizures and loss of vision depending on where the tumour is located and causing pressure against.

#4 - Indigestion or Trouble Eating

Most of us suffer from time to time from indigestion. Heartburn, nausea and flatulence often come with it. But indigestion can also be a sign of a stomach or oesophagus cancer. Indigestion is most likely caused by something else, but if it won't go away, you should go see a doctor.

#5 - Nodes - Knots - Lumps

Many cancers can be felt through the skin. Since tumours are mutating body cells, they might form knots or lumps under the skin. These cancers occur mostly in the breast, testicles and lymph nodes. When you have knots that don't go away by themselves, it should be reported to a doctor. However, not every lump is dangerous. You can find more about different types of lumps from the source.

#6 - A cough that won't stop

While most causes for coughing are chronic bronchitis, emphysema or asthma it can also be a sign of lung cancer. Especially when it's a lingering cough that won't go away at all, it's time to meet the doctor for a check-up. It's notable that 8 out of 10 diagnoses' are caused by tobacco smoke, so as a smoker you are more endangered than others.

#7 - Unusual bleeding

Unusual bleeding can happen in early or advanced cancer. Coughing up blood may be a sign of lung cancer. Blood in the stool (which can look like very dark or black stool) could be a sign of colon or rectal cancer. Cancer of the cervix or the endometrium (lining of the uterus) can cause abnormal vaginal bleeding. Blood in the urine may be a sign of bladder or kidney cancer. A bloody discharge from the nipple may be a sign of breast cancer.

#8 - White Patches Inside Your Mouth

Especially smokers and other tobacco users should be aware of this and observe the inside of their mouth regularly. If you have a blister in your mouth that could be a symptom of leukoplakia which is a pre-cancerous area. If not treated right it can evolve to mouth cancer.

#9 - Changes in Bladder Function

While the needing to pass urine more or less often than usual might have other reasons it's already a serious case when you find blood in your urine or feel pain when urinating. Get a check-up at your doctor immediately because these can be symptoms for bladder or prostate cancer.

#10 - Changes on your Skin

If you have moles or warts you should observe them regularly. Any change in the size or hairs starting to grow on these could be a sign of melanomas also known as skin cancer. The treatment is easy: the mole or wart will be removed and the success rate is very high when treated early.

The signs and symptoms listed on the previously stated are the more common ones seen with cancer, but there are many others that are not listed here. If you notice any major changes in the way your body works or the way you feel let a doctor know. If it has nothing to do with cancer, the doctor can find out more about what’s going on and, if needed, treat it. If it is cancer, you’ll give yourself the chance to have it treated early, when treatment works best.

Source: http://www.worthalike.com/

9: What your PEE says?



1 – No Color (transparent)

This is a symptom of water overconsumption, or that there is too much water in your body. Reduce water intake.

2 – Pale Straw Color

This is the normal colour of the urine. You are healthy and well hydrated. Keep up this balance.

This is the normal colour of the urine which indicates well-balanced body fluids and proper kidney function.

3 – Transparent Yellow

This is also healthy and most recommended urine colour and a sign that you are healthy.

4 – Dark Yellow

This also is considered a normal condition and a sign that your body needs some more water.

5 – Amber Or Honey

This is not a healthy colour of your urine and it indicates that your body needs more fluids immediately in order to prevent dehydration.

6 – Syrup Or Brown Ale

This colour is a sign of the liver problem, according to experts. Also, it may be a sign of dehydration.

7 – Pink To Reddish

If you haven`t eaten beets or blueberries recently than this can be a sign that there is blood in the urine. In some case it is harmless, while in other it may indicate urinary tract infections, kidney diseases, prostate problems or tumours. It can also be mercury or lead poisoning.

8 – Orange

This can be a symptom of water deficiency. Also, it can indicate bile duct or liver problem.

9 – Blue Or Green

This can indicate rare genetic disease, infection of the urinary tract or some medication. Also, it can be due to some foods that you ate.

10 – Foaming Or Fizzing

If this happens occasionally, then there is no need to worry. But if this happens frequently, it may indicate kidney problem or excess proteins in the urine. Consult your doctor immediately.

Source: healthierwayoflife.com

10: Okra is my favourite let's check out what the benefits it has

Health Benefits Of Okra

1. Okra has high fibre content
Many studies have shown that Okra has a high amount of fibre content. More fibre is the body implies that it has more digestive properties.
People suffering from gastrointestinal disorders benefit greatly from eating Okra in any form. The fibre content in the vegetable also helps in proper bowel functioning.

2. Prevents Diabetes
Many researchers have also shown that eating Okra helps maintain blood sugar levels in the body. Thus it helps control the incidence and degree of Diabetes.
This is possible due to the high fibre content in the body which is known to keep diabetes at bay.

3. High folate content
Folates are water-soluble B-Vitamins that are present in various foods that we consume. Okra is shown to have a high level of folate content which is beneficial for the growth of the foetus. It is also proven to reduce the neural tube defects in new-born children.
Because of all the benefits that it bestows infants with, it is highly necessary for women of all ages to consume.
Whether in pre-conception, pregnant or lactating stages, folates always contribute to the growth of the baby. If someone doesn’t naturally produce the optimal levels of folates, they are also available as external supplementation.

4. Relieves you from asthma
Many studies have shown that eating okra more often in your diet is beneficial for your lungs as it clears up your wind pipe from congestion and accumulation.
Thereby, it is highly recommended to consume okra if you are suffering from asthma or breathlessness.

5. Prevents constipation
Constipation is a major issue that many people face every day in the morning. It is an embarrassing issue and needs to be dealt with in its early stages.
The major cause for constipation is an improper diet which does not constitute enough fibre content for the body to process and correctly eliminate the digested food.
A good solution for this problem is consuming enough okra every day. Consuming okra facilitates proper absorption of water in your body which induces proper bowel movements, thus preventing constipation.

6. Good source of Vitamin K
Okra is a good source of Vitamin K and plays a major role in strengthening the various bones in our body. Thus, it also helps one save oneself from debilitating disorders like Osteoporosis.
Vitamin K is also helpful in blood-clotting processes. People who have blood-thinning as a symptom of other disorders can use a lot of okra in their diet for their own benefit.

7. Avoids Sunstrokes
Some studies show that Okra is beneficial in avoiding sunstrokes. This is a possibility because Okra is a natural cooling agent.

8. Prevents Obesity
Lack of proper nutrition in your diet is what leads you into developing unwanted fat deposits in your body. This is called obesity.
Obesity doesn’t stem necessarily from consuming fatty foods. So the next time you are on a weight loss regime, eat more Okra and see the results for yourself.

9. Prevents colon cancer
Many people believe that all the diseases in the body begin in the colon. The colon is an internal organ which is located near the intestines.
Many studies have shown that consuming Okra regularly not only improves your health, but it also lowers your risk of developing colon cancer.

10. Prevents cholesterol
Cholesterol deposits in your heart are one of the leading causes of cardiovascular diseases. Eat okra regularly as it leads to lesser absorption of cholesterol by the body.
You might eat fatty, cholesterol-rich foods, but adding okra to the list helps you from preventing the accumulation of cholesterol.

11. Beneficial for your skin
Not only does okra have a good impact on your diet, Okra is also beneficial for your skin. Since okra keeps the digestion issues at bay, it is often an important factor to get healthy-looking skin.
The presence of antioxidants in Okra helps eliminate toxins, thus ensuring a fresh-looking skin for you.

12. Good dose of Vitamin C
Vitamin C is one of the most important requirements for your body and is often found in most citrus fruits like oranges, pine apple, sweet lime and lemon.
Vitamin C also helps in maintaining a youthful look for your skin. Not only that, vitamin C is also helpful in replacing damaged body tissue, thus adding to its list of skin benefits.

13. Prevents pigmentation
Skin pigmentation is a common disorder that leads to discolouration of your skin in uneven ways. The nutrients in okra actually help avoid pigmentation of your skin and thus gives you a rejuvenated appearance.

14. Shiny hair
All of us have hair problems and are distressed about the quality or thickness of our hair. If you have rough hair which looks dead, try using some Okra to get that sheen back.
The transparent, seemingly- white mucilage that is present in okra is what helps you get that shine. What you need to do is boil some okra in a pail of water and apply it to your hair before washing it off.

15. Natural hair conditioner
The same mucilage can double as a natural air conditioner if used after washing the shampoo off your hair. Wash your hair and get rid of the excess water content and then message the mucilage on to your hair.
More than your scalp, apply it on your hair and especially the fraying ends. Once you do this, leave it like that for at least five minutes.
Post this, wash it off with water and ensure that no amount of mucilage remains on your hair. Even if it does, it is not as harmful as artificial, chemical-based hair conditioners that are available in the market.

16. Scalp moisturizer
Have you given up your efforts to find that perfect moisturizer that goes well with your hair type?
Do not worry. The simplest and the most cost-effective moisturizer comes in the form of the very natural Okra vegetables. The leaves of this plant serve as an excellent moisturizer.
If you have itchy, dry scalp, then apply a crushed paste of okra leaves to your head like a pack and leave it to dry for at least thirty minutes before you rinse it with water.

17. Prevents dandruff
Okra helps prevent dandruff by first improving the overall health condition of your scalp and hair.
Once these conditions are resolved, it automatically leads to the better-maintained scalp and thus prevents the formation of dandruff in your scalp.

18. Improves your health
Okra has proved to be beneficial for your general well-being as it is an excellent source for feeding the good bacteria in our body. The name of Probiotics knows the good bacteria in our body.
Not only this, good probiotics are known to contribute to intestinal health, keeping it safe from bacterial and viral infections.

19. It is natural and non-toxic
A major concern for many people these days is whether the food they are consuming is natural or infested with chemicals and fertilizers.
Many people end up by organic food to save themselves from the attack of chemicals. In this process, they also burn a hole in their pockets as organic vegetables, fruits and grains are fairly expensive.
One of the benefits of okra is that it is completely non-toxic in nature. Okra has no negative side effects and is full of good nutrients. It is also cheap and easily available.

20. Heals ulcers
Okra is beneficial to those suffering from ulcers in their stomach or mouth. It has healing properties and helps to keep the joints of your body in a fit shape.
It also avoids the formation of ulcers in your intestine as it has the property of neutralizing acidity in the stomach, thus keeping your intestines healthy.
It provides an alkaline coating for all the acid content in your intestines.

21. Cures common cold
For centuries now, people have benefitted from using okra to cure a common cold, cough and infections of the lung, including severe ones like lung inflammations.
Those serially suffering from a sore throat will also benefit greatly from it.

22. Helps you overcome fatigue
Since Okra is laden with good properties and the right amount of nutrients, okra consumption is beneficial for those who complain about fatigue and exhaustion.
As a result, it is also helpful to those who are suffering from illnesses like depression.

23. Keeps your skin pimple-free
Okra has a high amount of antioxidants-inducing properties, it has been known to be beneficial to those suffering from bouts of pimples. It also helps to keep your skin smooth and supple.

24. Cures vision problems
Okra contains high levels of beta-carotenes which are required for the production of vitamin A content. Vitamin A is a major requirement for good eye health.

Studies have also shown that it is helpful in preventing major eye problems like cataract and glaucoma.

11: Liver Detoxxxxx

12: 
A Natural Cure for Hepatitis B&C That Works!

There definitely are some alternative remedies that help tremendously with this condition. In fact, one treatment is actually being labelled as a bona fide "cure" for hepatitis B and C by many sufferers!

Here's the top 5 you should consider using...

#1. BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene): This substance is the "cure" so many hep B suffers are lauding. BHT has been REPEATEDLY shown to significantly reduce the viral load of hep B and hep C sufferers, and eventually even completely eradicating the virus. It's a very powerful antioxidant that seems to work by damaging the protective outer layer of viral cells so they cannot multiply. It's mainly used as a food preservative but its real power (and benefit) is as a viral killer.

You can purchase BHT supplements online or from many well-stocked health food stores. The dosage range is between 250-700 mg's per day, depending on your weight. One caveat does not consume alcohol whilst taking this supplement as the alcohol interacts negatively with it.

In addition, supplements that work well and compliment BHT include...

a. A regular type of multi-vitamin and mineral tablet once a day.

b. A regular type vitamin B complex tablet once a day.

c. Vitamin B12 at a dose of 1mg's per day.

d. Vitamin C at a daily dose of 500-1,000mg per day.

#2. Chianca Piedra: This herb helps to stop the virus from replicating in a similar fashion as BHT. And it actually works particularly well when combined with BHT. You can also buy this herb online or get it from most health food stores. For dosages, follow the directions on the bottle.

#3. Monolaurin: Monolaurin is a fatty acid found in coconut oil and breast milk. It's a potent bacterial and viral killer that has been found to help tremendously with both hepatitis B & C. Along with consuming 3-4 tablespoons of organic virgin coconut oil every day, make sure you take a high potency monolaurin supplement each day as well.

#4. Selenium: Selenium is a strong antioxidant and essential trace element. Chronic hepatitis patients (and those infected with hepatitis C) tend to be selenium deficient compared to their uninfected counterparts. The level of deficiency relates to the severity of the virus, and in one study, selenium levels dropped by as much as 50% in HBV infected men. Sufficient levels of selenium may also be associated with less liver damage in hepatitis B & C infected people as well. Best sources for selenium are either brewer's yeast or a sodium selenite supplement.

#5. Eat Healthily: Eating plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains, along with avoiding all refined and processed foods is the standard "must do" for this protocol to work. Also drinking plenty of filtered water and avoiding all soft drinks is crucial. You want to give yourself the best possible chance of beating this disease and eating healthy is a big part of it.

SOURCE: http://www.life-saving-naturalcures-and-naturalremedies.com/
 
13: Health Benefits of Drinking Hot Water Every Morning on an Empty Stomach!


Most of us, one of our daily routine in the morning is drinking a cup of tea or a coffee after we wake up!
But we did not know that drinking hot water in the morning is much better as it has good benefits for our health! After reading this article you will surely start your day with hot water in the morning!

The good benefits of drinking hot water in an empty stomach every day in the morning are, boosting digestion, removing toxins from the body, relieving cramps, improving circulation, and etc.

Below is the Good Benefits of drinking HOT WATER in the morning;

Boosts Circulation

Drinking warm water on an empty stomach in the morning stimulates the body to remove dangerous toxins and wastes. This means that circulation is improved as well.

Organs Detoxification

Drinking a cup of hot water in the morning can remove dangerous toxins from your body. Water and other liquids decompose food in the stomach and boost digestion. After meals, instead of cold water try drinking hot water to improve your digestion.

Eases Pain

Hot water can ease pain from menstrual cramps. Warm water relaxes the muscles of the stomach and in that way soothes the pain. However, warm water is not good only for menstrual cramps, but for all kinds of cramps. It improves capillary circulation and relaxes the muscles.

Helps You Lose Weight

1 glass of warm water in the morning can help you lose weight faster. Isn’t that great? Warm water accelerates the temperature of the body and your organism. This leads to burning more calories, and also has positive effects on the kidneys and excretion organs.

Improved Metabolism

A glass of warm water in the morning before breakfast will help you if you have a stomachache. This will improve your metabolism and your body will be able to work properly. Moreover, the stomachache will disappear shortly after.

Delays the Aging Process

Nobody likes premature ageing, especially women. Luckily, it can be avoided by drinking warm water. Toxins in the body accelerate the process of ageing, but water removes them and delays the ageing process. Also, it improves the skin’s elasticity.