Ingredients to look for in skin care products

By: Mohammad Tariq

Skin ages for both chronological and environmental reasons. Increased age and exposure to pollution and other environmental factors causes lines and wrinkles to become more visible. Major contributing factors to deeper lines and wrinkles include skin that is thinner and less firm, reduced collagen and elastin, and reduced cell renewal.

One way to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles is to use products that deliver powerful antioxidants like vitamin C to your skin. The best vitamin C skin care products will neutralize free radicals, boost the skin’s ability to produce collagen, reduce discoloration, and improve skin texture.

Hydroxy acids are another key. Some skin care products are so high in hydroxy acid that a toner is necessary to prepare skin. Skin that benefits from high levels of hydroxy acids will be able to produce more collagen and elastin. This reduces lines and wrinkles.

After treating your skin with vitamin C, toner, and hydroxy acids, a quality moisturizer and sun block is essential. Sun block must be worn every day, and it must block UVA and UVB rays because sun is the primary cause of older looking skin. Products with antioxidants that reduce damage from the sun are important, but nothing can substitute for an effective sun block.

In conclusion, natural skincare products rich in antioxidants and hydroxy acids can greatly reduce signs of aging skin such as lines and wrinkles. A powerful sun block is an absolute necessity to protect your skin from primary causes of older-looking skin, UVA and UVB rays.

 

Is Cosmetic Surgery A Solution?

By: Mohammad Tariq

 Every one wants to be perfectly beautiful and to attain it people discover to change all those flaws. Cosmetic surgery is one sure way to have a perfect beauty but one must be open to the outcomes and dangers of the surgery. One has to find a good surgeon that would perform the operations to avoid complications. Hematoma is one, it occurs when blood collects under the skin, looking at first like a huge black and blue mark. Nerve injuries are rare but they can occur in the forehead or cheek, making the face flaccid and without expression on one side. The patient can vomit and risk congesting the lungs, or fluctuating blood pressure can result in sustained bleeding. Many people suffer from depression after surgery, partly because of the long-term after-effects of the anesthetics and painkillers they take.

Implanting a highly purified form of soluble collagen just beneath the skin promises to change all that known as collagen implants, the new system came originally from search done at Stanford University, where scientist developed a new way of processing bovine collagen into an odorless, whitish substance with the consistency of soft paste. Silicone is another substance, which can be injected into fine lines to smooth them out.

The modern high-technology version of skin peels involves the use of chemicals such as salicylic acid, resorcin and best-known- phenol and tricholoroacetic acid (TCA). They are designed to eliminate fine lines on the face and they work best on fair complexioned, thin- skinned people with fine wrinkles. TCA can be use to give only a light peel, taking off the outermost part of the epidermis. This is particularly helpful for removing uneven pigmentation when it is use in very light concentration, but it does little to alter the look of long-term wrinkles.

Similar to a peel, dermabrasion can go beyond it in that it affects not only fine wrinkles but also deeper acne scars and sunspots. It can be use to treat frown lines, smile lines, vertical wrinkles, naso-labial lines and fine lines around the mouth. Dermabrasion is often use after a chemical peel on areas of the face that need further treatment.

Port wine stains, strawberry birth marks and other disfiguring blemishes caused by abnormal concentrations of capillaries beneath the skin surface used to be a matter for concealment alone. The argon laser- a finely focused hot beam of light able to burn tissue at incredible speed and with exceptional precision can treat many of these disfiguration easily, painlessly and in the doctors office. The helium-neon laser is use cosmetically to improve the look of aging skin. It is not as dangerous as hot laser and tends to be use on specific points on the face many of which correspond to acupuncture points. This non-surgical lift consists of beaming these points with the laser light then directing it along facial lines on the forehead, around the eyes, facial lines and mouth.

Where To Take Your Fishing Vacation – Some Great Ideas

 

Where To Take Your Fishing Vacation – Some Great Ideas

There are hundreds of locations around the world that are simply excellent locations to enjoy. You will see that many of them are listed here. Others, like the favorite one that you have may not be. There are many unique ways that you too can enjoy the waters the world has to offer.

•  Manitoba, Canada

The area is known as Land of Lakes that have served to produce many trophy fish. Both still and fly fishing pros love the location. In Manitoba, youll catch some of the best northern pike and they will give you a good fight too. They strike hard and fast on the Daredevil lure. You can use flies with a good amount of success. Youll also find brook and brown trout, rainbow as well as perch and pickerel. Go in the spring or the fall for the best fishing vacation here.

• Good Old Long Island, New York

Here, youll find Montauk Point. Some of the worlds top naturalists have come to the conclusion that this is the place to find the most fish in the world. The point is a glacial cliff and youll find tuna, cod, mackerel, marlin, striped bass and white shark here. It also features the oldest lighthouse in the states. An inside tip is to cast from the rocks below the lighthouse and youll get some of the best fishing out there. Although spring and fall are the best times to go, you can come during the summer too.

• Wyoming, USA

If you are looking to catch trophy trout in the US, a vacation to Yellowstone National Park is a must. Slough Creek is full of trophy trout, as are other streams within the Park’s boundaries, and they are all stocked regularly. Streams and rivers outside of the Park also offer great fishing opportunities, as do the waters of nearby Idaho and Montana. Wyoming is home to 62 native species, including Arctic grayling, burbot, channel catfish, shiners, chub, several trout species, suckers, goldeneye, mountain whitefish, shovelnose sturgeon, and a wide variety of smaller fish.

• The Florida Keys

The Florida Keys offer a wide range of fishing opportunities. People come all year round to catch them. In fact, Hemingway himself fished here. The waters are still as excellent as they were then too. Youll find tarpin and bonefish in the Marquesas Islands. Youll find blue marlin, King mackerel, sailfish, yellowfin, shark snapper, and a wide range of others here too.

• Head To Hampshire, England

Head just outside of London to get some of the best fly fishing opportunities. Here youll find trout and Atlantic salmon. Check out the Itchen and Test rivers too although they are on a private island and youll need to pay to get in, they are excellent opportunities nonetheless. Youll find trout fisheries here, too.

• Try Missouri, USA

Go to the Ozark Mountains of Missouri. Here, you can catch bass under the limestone bluffs. Youll find that the river itself has over two hundred different species including bass, channel catfish, sunfish, bullheads, muskellunge, walleye, shad, perch and trout. Youll find more fish here than anywhere in the US.

Here are some tips for you.

Dont take with you all of your equipment unless you really want to. Youll find guide services will provide you with everything that you need.

They can also provide the necessary fishing licenses for you too. Get your information from here too. Make sure if you plan to go out of country that you are allowed to export and import the fish, though.

You can always ask other anglers where they like to fish. Some of the best locations for fishing are in those small, hideouts that are closely guarded secrets!

 

 

A Beginners Guide To Fishing

If you are new to the sport of fishing, you need to know some of the basic rules of fishing. Like other forms of hunting, fishing involves both your environment and those around you. Be respectful of both. You can responsibly enjoy this treasured pastime in several ways. Fishing is an ancient practice. It dates back nearly 10,000 years.

A number of various techniques and traditions have been used during fishing’s progression. Modern technological developments have changed the way people fish, but many of the same rules, regulations, and social norms involving fishing remain. Always practice good stewardship of our waterways when you are fishing. Remember that these waterways were around thousands of years before you and will remain long after we are gone. You can make a conscious decision to leave the areas in which people fish in better condition than when you found it. Take care of our lakes, rivers, and other waterways so that others will enjoy these areas for years to come.

Practicing certain behaviors will ensure that you are taking good care of the places where people fish. Never litter when you are fishing. Always bring a trash bag or other receptacle to use for the collection of your trash. You can easily deposit it in a nearby trash receptacle. Dump your refuse in properly assigned dumping stations instead of tossing it in the water. You do not need to spend much time figuring out the many ways in which this hurts the environment. As you fish, always use the correct type of bait and fishing gear. Certain areas allow for certain bait and gear. You will also encounter limits on the number, size, and kind of fish that you can keep. Become familiar with what these limits are and pay attention to them. Do not wait until you are at your fishing spot to search for what is allowed and what is not. Check with your destination before you head out on your fishing trip to see what the local regulations allow. If you plan on using a boat while fishing, research to see what kinds of watercraft are allowed where you are going to fish.

Every fishing location is different, so pay special attention to local procedures and cautions. This also applies when you decide to clean your boat after you leave the water. You do not want to spread non-native species to another body of water. Finally, never fish where it is not permitted. There is always a reason why it is illegal. Some reasons include the protection of certain wildlife, the proper care of vegetation, and the safety of you and others who want to fish. You should also follow a number of cautionary behaviors to ensure your safety.

As with all forms of hunting, safety is first. If you will be using a boat while you fish, always wear your life jacket. Make sure that your passengers wear their life jackets, as well. Be very careful when baiting and removing hooks. Make sure that you never fish on unauthorized waterways. Follow the posted speed limits and wake warnings that accompany the use of a boat. Bring with you all relevant safety items, such as water, flashlights, maps, and a cell phone. Fishing continues to be a favorite pastime. 2001 saw nearly 16% of the U.S. population over the age of 16 spend 16 days fishing. You enjoy the sport of fishing, so follow the rules that allow for the continuation of fishing. Be responsible and courteous of others and your environment. Take time to discover how you can be both a better and safer angler.

4 Easy Tips for Making Iced Coffee Drinks at Home

 

4 Easy Tips for Making Iced Coffee Drinks at Home

Facebook4 Easy Tips for Making Iced Coffee Drinks at Home

A big chill is sweeping the coffee industry as iced coffee beverages gain popularity.

According to the National Coffee Association, the percentage of Americans who drink iced coffee beverages increased from 20 percent in 2003 to 29 percent in 2004. Following the popularity of cappuccinos and mocha lattes, consumers are discovering that coffee is just as tasty – and even more refreshing – when served cold.

Iced coffee can be as easy to prepare as iced tea. A variety of options, such as flavoring syrups, cold milk, chocolate and spices, allow you to create personalized coffee concoctions that are just as delicious as those served in your favorite cafe.

Beverages such as iced vanilla mocha, iced rum coffee and iced latte are easy to make at home. Here are some tips for refreshing iced coffee drinks.

* Pour the flavoring syrup into the cup first. To complete the drink, pour in espresso or coffee, then the ice, and top it off with cold milk.

* Don’t let your beverage become watered down. Cool your favorite coffee beverage with ice cubes made from fresh-brewed coffee instead of water.

* Use a machine that produces a high quality coffee or espresso. The Capresso CoffeeTeam Luxe, for example, grinds coffee beans right before brewing and allows you to control the strength of your coffee.

* Be creative. Add a personalized touch to your iced coffee beverages with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, nutmeg or cinnamon.

Before You Purchase A Home Espresso Machine

 

Before You Purchase A Home Espresso Machine

Instead of running to your local coffee shop or favorite corner caf for the perfect cut of espresso, consider making your own at home. If the thought of becoming a kitchen barista has you shaking without any caffeine, think again! There are a wide variety of espresso machines that are geared for home use, from the basic to the same machines used by the professionals. However, before you drop a couple hundred of dollars on that top of the line espresso machine, consider your options and needs. Also, if you are experiencing sticker shock from some of the higher end espresso machines, keep in mind that you are saving a great deal on a daily basis by avoiding high priced indulgences at coffee shops or cafes.

The first think you should know before choosing a home espresso machine is that there are several different varieties of machines. Each different type of machine will come with a different price tag and different capabilities. Although the top of the line machine may be nice, it may not necessarily meet your needs. Instead of buying an espresso machine simply because it is deemed the best, buy a machine that you can (and will) use on a regular basis. The different types of home espresso machines are:

Pump Espresso: Typically what you will find in a coffee shop, a pump espresso machine are usually made for commercial purposes, but can be used in your home. Be prepared to expand your budget if you are looking to purchase a pump espresso machine, since they are typically the priciest of the bunch. Also, pump espresso machines are usually the largest, heaviest, and noisiest of the options, but it produces a fantastic cup of espresso. These machines work by using a pump to keep the water pressure at an appropriate level.

Piston Espresso: If you are looking for a great, low maintenance espresso machine, consider those than run on a piston or lever system. Instead of a pump to create pressure, these machines use a level that must be maneuvered in order to create steam. Although a piston espresso machine is very quiet, they may require a great deal of arm strength to continually pull on the lever. Furthermore, the piston espresso machine is capable of making a great cup of espresso, but it may take practice to get the hang of the process.

Steam Espresso: Using steam to create pressure to make the espresso, these steam powered espresso machines are typically the type found in the home. With smaller machines that occupy less space and cost less money, steam espresso machines are quite quick and easy to use. However, keep in mind that the steam produced may not provide the appropriate level of pressure, so the steam level should be constantly maintained.

Moka Pots: Moka Pots are a stovetop method to producing espresso. The process is simple and easy, although the final product may be less than professional. Using specially designed two-part pot, the steam produced by the water boiling in the bottom of the pot is forced into the top part of the pot, where the coffee is boiling. It requires a great deal less pressure than the other types of home espresso machines, but there is no milk frothing or foaming attachments, so you may have to sacrifice that feature for price and size.

Any one of these different types of home espresso machines will allow you to make a delicious cup of espresso. Your choice should be based upon needs, usability, overall size of the machine, and of course the price. A high end espresso machine can run up a bill in the thousands of dollars.

 

There Is Always Hope For Anxiety

Anxiety can be a life-altering occurrence. It can happen without our knowledge and can change a life forever. That is not to say the changes are for the worse. If we are aware, early on, that we are experiencing stress and dealing with anxiety then we have a great opportunity to promote positive behavior. This positive behavior can then dominate our lives.

There are varying effects anxiety has on the human body, mind and spirit. Anxiety can often times be a silent killer. Stress and anxiety go hand in hand and both promote heart problems, respiratory problems and can cause us to age more rapidly than if we were to have a healthier, slower paced lifestyle.

Yoga, deep tissue massages, and even routine exercising can be beneficial in reducing anxiety. All it takes is a phone call, a minute of searching the Internet, or even a chat with your physician or pastor to begin the process of healing. Once you have discovered on your own or been diagnosed by a physician that anxiety is the culprit for what ails you, the healing process is as difficult as you want it to be.

Being in denial about anxiety is a step in the wrong direction. When you discover you have symptoms of an illness (serious or otherwise) and all physical elements are ruled out you must look long and hard at how you are living. There is part of us that most are not even aware of until our health plummets and we are forced to look more closely at how we live.

Most of us can fully benefit by slowing everything down and easing up on what we cram into one day. Sometimes it is as if we have to fill each moment of everyday to the bursting point in order to feel as if we have accomplished something. Stepping back and doing nothing is a challenge. And it is challenge well worth the effort and one we must take into serious consideration.

Slowing down is the first step to forcing out the anxiety that is easily accessible to all of us as humans. Forming a plan of attack on the urges and pitfalls that lead us further into the darkness of anxiety is essential. The war against anxiety begins with the acknowledgement that it exists. When you replace stressful, anxious behavior with positive, relaxed behavior you have the beginnings of a beautiful life.

 

Always Tired, fatigued, Anxiety filled? Maybe you need a;

Always Tired, fatigued, Anxiety filled? Maybe you need a Depression Test.

Depression has become one of the most widely increased diagnosed disorders in this country over the past few years. Things like the falling economy causing a decrease in personal finances, in addition to lifes daily stresses and worries have caused many Americans to become depressed.

You may have seen the recently advertised television commercials offering depression testing. Depression not only saddens an individuals state of mind, but also causes symptoms like fatigue, anxiety and loss of motivation, even in the simplest of daily activities. People who are depressed are not temporarily moody or sad. The condition is unfortunately, long-term and negatively affects the way a person feels, thinks and behaves.

Depression is a genuine medical condition that can be treated, but the help has to be sought out. That in itself can often times be a difficult task for someone experiencing this ailment. A Depression Test is important because depression is a disease that requires attention and medical treatment. If it is not treated, it can last for months, and in some cases, even years.

If you have been feeling out-of-sorts for an extended amount of time, you might consider taking a depression test. There are several ways you can do this. If you dont feel up to a doctor visit, go online. Visit a website that can offer you a simple questionnaire to decide whether or not you might be clinically depressed. There is a wonderful website called lexapro.com that offers a very good depression test which is in the form of a simple questionnaire. You will also find answers there to any questions you might have about the way you are feeling. Another good web resource is depression.com. Please keep in mind that if your depression test results lead you to believe that you are in fact suffering from depression, you must make an appointment to see a physician and get treatment.

If you are, or know someone who is suffering from depression, seek help. There is nothing to be ashamed. You shouldnt have to live in sadness so dont continue to let life pass you by. You are valuable part of this world and you deserve to experience the same happiness as everyone else around you.

 

Living with Depression

Depression is a psychological, biological and environmental problem that has affected millions of people, both directly and indirectly. People suffering with depression often have difficulty functioning normally, and frequently experience problems in their everyday lives as a result. The emotional toll of depression can shatter families; result in a loss of employment and in some occasions end in suicide. While there is no cure for depression, treatment options are available that can help sufferers of depression lead normal, happy lives.

Depression changes the way in which a person is able to think, feel and view the world around them. These changes produce adverse effects on behavior directed towards others and towards one’s self. If a person experiences feelings of sadness or malaise which continue over a long period of time, it is likely that he or she suffers from some form of depression. Recognizing the symptoms of depression is the first step toward recovery. Those who feel they may have depression should consult their physician.

Once a diagnosis has been made and a treatment program initiated, the next step is to recognize the effect that depression has on the mental processes that govern one’s behavior. Understanding the mechanisms of depression can help people who are coping with this often debilitating illness. Of the treatment options available today, all involve either talk therapy, medication or a combination of both. It may take several weeks or even months before a treatment plan can produce any obvious positive results. During this time, having an understanding of the nature of this illness can be highly beneficial. Realizing that depression is a treatable affliction can promote rational thinking and a diminished emotional response toward the symptomology of this unfortunate condition.

There are several resources available on the Internet which can help sufferers recognize the symptoms of depression and give advice on how to cope with it once a treatment plan has been established. Through treatment, understanding and the support of others, living with depression can be made substantially less difficult. Many who have suffered from depression go on to lead healthy, productive lives.

Why You Should Be Worried About A Bird Flu Pandemic

 Why You Should Be Worried About A Bird Flu Pandemic

You may have been hearing a lot in the news lately about a bird flu pandemic. You have probably been thinking what does that have to do with me? There is always something to worry about right? Natural disasters, terrorism and now a flu pandemic? The first twonatural disasters and terrorism have a lot in common. They both strike without warning, they leave death and destruction in their wake and they affect a local area. Now in the case of a natural disaster, that area can be fairly large, yet it doesnt always affect the whole country or the global population. Worse case scenarios usually involved thousands dead and hundreds of millions in damage. A meteor hitting the planet would probably affect everyone on earth. A super volcano blowing up could affect the whole planet. Those are scenarios that scientists play out on their computers to see what might happen. Chances of those happening are much less than tornados, hurricanes, floods and earthquakes.

Lets take terrorism. Still, a very real threat and not one to be taken lightly. Lives are lost and millions of dollars of damage can be inflicted. But terrorists strike even more locally than natural disasters. If terrorists strike a major metropolitan area, it will affect that area and only ripple effects around the rest of the country. Deaths are in the immediate area, damage is confined again to the local area. A nuclear weapon going off, while local, would have a much more major impact on a larger number of people across the country. But life could go on in other areas of the country and world.

Now lets look at a pandemic. A bird flu pandemic would affect millions of people around the world, not just local populations. The death rate could be between 5 million and 100 million or more. The economic consequences would be catastrophic. The World Bank has estimated a pandemic lasting a year could cost the world economy $800 billion dollars. It would affect the lives of every American.

When your business in New York depends on deliveries from Texas and those deliveries cant be made because everyone in Texas is sick, then it will affect your business and your employees lives. Now multiply that across all states and across the globe, then you might start to see why a bird flu pandemic could have such a far-reaching impact. Millions of workers out sick, schools, businesses shut down, transportation interrupted. Financial markets in chaos, hospitals over whelmed, lost income and financial defaults. The list could go on. An avian influenza pandemic would be catastrophic, far more than any natural disaster or terrorist event.

At this time the chance of a pandemic is fairly low. Human to human transmission has not been confirmed but scientists fear if the virus mutates into a form that is easily passed from person to person, then the chance of a pandemic will increase. Health experts say it is only a matter of time. While federal, state and local governments are starting to prepare, many have not started and dont have the funds available to plan for a bird flu pandemic.

Your best defense is to stay informed about bird flu and avian influenza. Unlike a natural disaster or a terrorist event, a influenza pandemic can be prepared for. Well-prepared plans will help you and your family get through a pandemic crisis and recover quicker than those who are not prepared.

Women and Lung Cancer: Researchers Look For Gender Connection. Female

Women and Lung Cancer: Researchers Look For Gender Connection. Female

 Women and Lung Cancer: Researchers Look For Gender Connection. Female Cancer Patients Sought For Large-Scale Clinical Trial

According to a recent survey on health concerns, women fear breast cancer most. Despite the fears expressed in the survey, conducted by the International Communications Research of Media for the Society of Women’s Health Research in 2005, lung cancer is actually the leading cancer killer of women. Lung cancer takes the lives of approximately 68,000 women each year.

While smoking is the biggest risk factor for lung cancer, there is growing evidence that points to gender differences in the risk of developing lung cancer and the implications for treating the disease in men and women.

For example, while the number of men diagnosed with lung cancer has been going down, the number of women has risen 60 percent since 1990. In addition, women who are nonsmokers are 2.5 times more likely to develop lung cancer than men who are nonsmokers.

Scientific evidence points to estrogen as a factor in the difference between how lung cancer acts in men versus women. That biological difference promises to have important implications for lung cancer treatments.

It is believed that the estrogen in women may influence lung tumor growth by causing the synthesis of tumor-promoting proteins. Since women have higher levels of estrogen than men, and younger women have higher levels of estrogen than older women, this may in part be responsible for their higher risk for nonsmall cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Developing therapies that are favorably influenced by estrogen may provide a gender-targeted therapeutic approach to the treatment of the disease.

Researchers are currently studying a novel approach to targeting lung cancer in women that relies on a chemotherapy agent that exploits the presence of estrogen in women and its effect on the metabolism of proteins in the cancer cell. Cell Therapeutics, Inc. (CTI) developed XYOTAX (paclitaxel poliglumex) initially as a lung cancer drug for all patients-regardless of gender. Retrospective analysis of two Phase III clinical trials found the drug, as compared to standard chemotherapy treatments, had a significant survival advantage in women while having equivalent survival in men.

New clinical trial

Now, Cell Therapeutics is embarking on another clinical study exclusively in women to see if the theory proves true in a larger population of women. The trial, known as PIONEER, is the first approval trial for lung cancer exclusively targeting women and is expected to enroll 600 patients with advanced lung cancer.

7 Tips to Take Control of Bipolar Disorder

 Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is a life-long illness affecting the chemistry of the brain. In classic cases, it causes severe mood swings from manic episodes of extreme highs to depressive episodes of debilitating lows, with relatively normal periods in-between.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, over 2 million people age 18 and older have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

Unfortunately, there is no cure for bipolar disorder at this time. But as with any chronic illness, such as diabetes, heart disease or epilepsy, proper treatment, management and understanding of the illness is crucial. Most people with bipolar disorder can lead full,

productive and satisfying lives by taking crucial steps to control and manage their illness. Some key steps to consider if you or a loved one have bipolar disorder include:

1. Find a mental health professional you trust. A person diagnosed with bipolar disorder needs to establish a relationship with a trusted mental health professional where an open and honest exchange can take place.

2. Take medication as prescribed. This is first and foremost the most important step in taking control of bipolar disorder. It is the one element that needs to be strictly adhered to. In order for medication to work effectively it must be taken consistently and for the long term. It may be tempting to stop taking medication as symptoms lessen and one starts feeling better.

However, this could have devastating consequences.

3. Reduce Stress. Mental health professionals typically believe that increased stress can trigger an episode of manic depression. Finding time to relax, sharing extra responsibilities, or simply talking to someone during a stressful event may help to bring on an increased feeling of calmness.

4. Do not become isolated. Do not try to “handle” bipolar disorder alone. Seeking out the comfort and understanding of family and friends is central to a person’s treatment. It can be very helpful to join a bipolar disorder support group because the people there understand the feelings and difficulties of living with the illness. They can lend insight and encouragement to a person confronting a diagnosis.

5. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. It is important to establish regular healthy routines such as exercising the same time everyday, going to bed at the same time each night and waking up at the same time each morning. Maintain a healthy diet and get plenty of sleep, because erratic sleep patterns can increase the symptoms of bipolar disorder. Do not use caffeine or recreational drugs.

6. Become an expert on bipolar disorder. Become involved in understanding the symptoms and treatment of bipolar disorder and the effects it can have on family and friends. Consult a qualified mental health professional with questions and concerns. Read books about the illness or listen to lectures by experts. Learn as much about bipolar disorder as possible because knowledge is a powerful tool in taking out the mystery of the illness.

7. Enhance life with enjoyable things. Make it a priority to engage in things that bring about feelings of joy, happiness, and accomplishment. Hobbies or activities that enhance a sense of peace or relaxation serve one well in dealing with the confusion of bipolar disorder.

A diagnosis of bipolar disorder does not have to mean the end of one’s world; rather it can be considered a new beginning. One that, at last, provides an explanation and ultimate relief from some of the unexplained and destructive behaviors a person might exhibit, freeing them to live rich and fulfilling lives.

Food Can Prevent High Blood Pressure

 What Food Can Prevent High Blood Pressure    

By Mohammad Tariq

High blood stress, additionally called high blood pressure, affects about a third of all adults within the United States. Another third have prehypertension, wherein their blood stress is excessive however now not quite high sufficient to be identified as high blood pressure. Often, excessive blood pressure has no symptoms, so the simplest way to recognize when you have it is to have your health practitioner measure it during your annual clinical checkup.

High blood strain is simple to get beneath manipulation, but if left unchecked, it can result in life-threatening situations consisting of stroke, coronary heart attack, and other severe heart problems. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 50% of those with high blood stress have it underneath.

In addition to workout and dropping weight or preserving a healthy weight, following a diet regime is one of the great approaches to prevent or manage high blood strain.

What is High Blood Pressure?

Blood stress is the force of your blood pushing in opposition to the walls of your arteries. High blood strain is when the force of your blood is simply too high on a consistent basis. Your blood pressure includes  numbers, the systolic blood stress number, and the diastolic blood pressure measurement.

The systolic wide variety, the top number, is the pressure of your blood pushing in opposition to the artery partitions while your coronary heart beats. The diastolic range, which is the lowest variety, is the measurement of the stress of your blood whilst your heart is at relaxation among beats. Normal blood pressure is a number of much less than a hundred and twenty over much less than eighty.

High blood pressure is greater common in older humans due to stiffening arteries and plaque buildup.

What to Eat to Prevent or Manage High Blood Pressure

A coronary heart-healthy food regimen helps prevent coronary heart sickness as well as high blood stress, a main contributor to coronary heart disorder. What is a heart-wholesome food plan? It’s a weight loss plan wealthy in:

Whole grains

Fruits

Vegetables

Low-fats or nonfat dairy products

Lean proteins

Fish

Legumes (beans and peas)

Good fat found in merchandise together with vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds

The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) ingesting plan, which has been clinically established to decrease blood strain, gives a framework for incorporating these heart-healthy meals into your weight loss plan. Although the name says it’s for human beings with excessive blood strain, humans with ordinary blood stress levels who observe a DASH consuming style can lower their risk of developing excessive blood strain.

What to Avoid or Limit to Prevent High Blood Pressure

In addition to consuming coronary heart-healthy ingredients, you can further lower your hazard of developing high blood pressure by way of lowering consumption or getting rid of the following meals and drinks:

Salt

Unhealthy fats inclusive of saturated and trans fats

Excessive alcohol

Red meat

Sweets and sugar-sweetened drinks

Salt, or sodium, is probably the key object in your listing of ingredients to restrict and probably a reasonably simple one to limit. One examination found that individuals who accompanied the DASH eating regimen and also cut down on their sodium consumption had notably decreasing blood strain measurements.

To lessen your consumption of sodium, devour fresh meals and avoid frozen meals considering frozen meals commonly have high stages of salt. Use other flavorful spices and herbs to flavor your food instead of salt. Read the labels on any packaged meals item and make a observe of the sodium in line with the serving quantity.

Additionally, increasing your consumption of potassium can counterbalance the results of salt. So make certain to add ingredients excessive in potassium which include bananas and sweet potatoes in your listing of factors to consume.

What To Eat, What Not?

 

 

HEALTHY EATING

14 Best Diets For Weight Loss in 2021, According to Experts

These are absolutely the exceptional diets to observe to make certain kilos are dropped—and

stored off.

By Mohammad Tariq

Vegetarian Diet—Tied at #11

There aren't any bells and whistles with this eating regimen, however, there are exceptional

versions of the plant-primarily based life-style. For instance, many opt for the lacto-ovo course,

which includes riding meat (pork, beef, rooster) and fish, however permits for eggs and dairy

products. Lacto-vegetarians nix the eggs and ovo-vegetarians additionally put off dairy—making

the way of life the closest to being vegan. Lauded for being coronary heart-wholesome and

nutritionally sound, panelists largely docked the vegetarian diet factors for the way it is able to

require loads of work to follow or even weighed into their voting the truth that a few humans will

leave out eating meat. There are many health blessings to following a plant-based food plan.

For greater, make sure to check out 103+ Best Healthy Vegetarian Recipes for Weight Loss.

Nutrisystem Diet—Tied at #eleven

The industrial weight reduction weight loss plan may be powerful for losing pounds, but, as long

as your way of life is going, it probably is not one you will want to maintain. While the food plan

is applauded for its convenience—since it gets rid of meal prep, buying, and portion control from

the equation as every meal and snack is prepackaged and delivered immediately on your

door—you could end up uninterested in the microwave dinners. Focused mostly on calorie-limit

and built around glycemic index, this system is high in protein as well as complex carbs, such as

veggies and whole grains.

Were the weight-reduction plan misplaced points? Eating out isn't factored into this software,

and the diet itself lacks a diversity of foods as it in large part includes small, frozen meals.

Noom—Tied at #eleven

According to the U.S. News' group of expert panelists, the Noom Diet ranks in a 4-way tie for

eleventh first-class diet ordinary. Described as the "Millennial food regimen," the Noom Diet

requires you to log your food and snacks as well as each day's weight and tune bodily hobbies

in the app for your Smartphone. The app is likewise packed with recipes, exercising plans, and

relevant articles. Health coaches also are to be had at the app to offer guidance, genuinely.

Aside from its virtual platform, the important distinction with this diet plan is that it hones in on

behavior, alternate psychology and the way that influences what (and why) you are consuming.

As is the case with all diets, Noom might not be effective for everybody. For example, as

Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD told Health, while the digital tracking may match perfectly for a few,

others might also locate it worrying and inconvenient. Not to mention, users might also warfare

with accountability as it's largely a self-guided program. The Noom Diet additionally misplaced

points from the professional panelists for its lack of in-intensity dietary steerage and how it

requires you to be "glued for your telephone."

HMR Program—Tied at #eleven

The other eating regimen that ties for the 11th high-quality weight reduction eating regimen of

2021 is the HMR Program, which stands for Health Management Resources. Developed with

the aid of a behavioral psychologist, the eating regimen is designed to assist humans lessen

energy thru meal replacements, such as low-calorie shakes, vitamins bars, multigrain warm

cereal, and HMR-particular food. These meal replacements also are supplemented with clean

fruits and veggies. The HMR Program also calls for between 10 to 20 minutes of low-depth

workout every day and is thought to assist humans maintain giant weight reduction. However,

the weight-reduction plan misplaced factors for its incapability to consist of recommendations on

ingesting out as well as the monotony of its shakes.

The Engine 2 Diet—Tied at #nine

The Engine 2 Diet is described as vegan, however with a twist—it gets rid of vegetable oils,

delicate grains, and shakes, and as an alternative, most effectively allows for whole, plant meals

consisting of complete grains, fruits, legumes, and veggies. Low-fat and rich in plant assets, the

weight loss plan is liked for its integration of entire foods, however, at the identical time is

regarded as overly-restrictive by some professionals, making it tough to keep over the years. It

additionally requires enormous meal planning and preparations.

DASH Diet—Tied at #nine

Not only does the DASH Diet help to lower blood stress, prevent and manipulate diabetes, and

support coronary heart fitness, it is also a notable weight loss approach. While tied for ninth

vicinity at the listing of high-quality diets for weight reduction, it ties for 2nd location (at the side

of the Flexitarian Diet) at the Best Diets Overall list. DASH, which stands for a nutritional

approach to forestall high blood pressure, is promoted by using the National Heart, Lung, and

Blood Institute to combat high blood strain levels. This eating regimen advises in opposition to

foods riddled with saturated fats which includes certain cuts of beef, full-fat dairy ingredients,

and tropical oils together with coconut and palm. Followers also keep away from eating

high-in-sugar beverages and snacks. At first, they're advised to cap sodium at 2,300 milligrams

a day but then that range drops to just 1,500 milligrams an afternoon.

Raw Food Diet—Tied at #6

While the Raw Food Diet is inherently a low-calorie food plan, it is able to be extremely bulky to

follow, which is why it does not rank better. Advocates of the food regimen say that cooking

destroys a majority of nutrients and immune-boosting nutrients found in vegetation, which is why

a few specialists say it is higher to consume those foods uncooked. However, it calls for tedious

meal prep and gadgets (think dehydrator, meal processors, and dehydrator) and it largely

policies out any chances of consuming out with buddies. One professional from the panel said,

"Doing it nicely entails substantial dedication and effort, expertise, and sacrifice."

Ornish Diet—Tied at #6

Low in fats, subtle carbs, and animal protein, the weight-reduction plan is an appropriate mold

for those trying to reap weight loss in addition to lowering their blood pressure and doubtlessly

reducing their cancer risk. If you're looking for the opposite of heart sickness, the Ornish Diet is

your great wager as the best 10% of every day energy can come from fat. Developed via a

medical professor of medication on the University of California, San Francisco, the

weight-reduction plan categorizes meals into 5 agencies ranging from the most to least

wholesome, which teaches the ones following it which ingredients to devour frequently,

moderately, and those that must be averted altogether. Aside from meals, the food plan

additionally requires a stability of aerobic sports, resistance schooling, and flexibility in addition

to breathing and meditation physical games for stress management.

Mayo Clinic Diet—Tied at #6

The Mayo Clinic has its own food pyramid, which places emphasis on fruits, vegetables, and

whole grains. In simply the first weeks, this food regimen boasts that followers can expect to

drop between six and ten pounds, and then preserve to lose one to two pounds every week

following that till you've hit your intention weight. The food plan is cut up in stages: "Lose it!"

and "Live it!" The first component, that is two weeks lengthy, zeros in on 15 key behaviors,

together with both ones to incorporate or hold as well as ones you must damage. Part lends the

possibility to examine how many calories you should be consuming to lose or preserve weight

and additionally teaches you on where you must be sourcing energy from.

Jenny Craig Diet—#5

Garnering factors for being clean to follow in addition to being nutritionally complete, Jenny

Craig receives praise for its prepackaged food and recipes, which assist fans control their intake

of calories and fat, in addition to helping them examine portion manipulation. Beyond healthy

eating, the Jenny Craig Diet promotes a lively way of life and even touches upon behavior

modification. On its preferred "Classic" application, you are expected to lose up to two pounds

consistent with the week.

Volumetrics Diet—Tied at #three

If you are not interested in following a diet, the Volumetrics Diet can be the best eating plan for

weight reduction. In the "The Ultimate Volumetrics Diet'' book, food is split into 4 categories

based totally on its power density. Category one foods are considered "very low-density" which

consist of non starchy fruits and vegetables (berries and kale), fat-loose milk, broth-based

soups. Category consists of low-density ingredients which include starchy end result and

greens (bananas and sweet potatoes), grains, cereal, legumes, and low-fats meat. Category

three consists of medium-density ingredients including meat, cheese, pizza, bread, ice cream,

and cake. Finally, class 4 (high-density) carries meals which you must devour very minimally

together with crackers, chips, cookies, nuts, and butter just to name some.

Category one will comprise the general public of your weight-reduction plan, while category 3

ingredients you'll be capable of consuming reasonably. There is not any strict routine with this

weight loss plan, you get out of what you put in.

Vegan Diet—Tied at #3

Also tying for the 0.33-first-class weight loss plan for weight reduction is the vegan diet. Again,

there's no structure with this type of food plan—the goal is to put all animal sources out of your

diet, which includes margarine made with whey and anything with gelatin. It comes as no

surprise why this weight loss plan could be useful for weight reduction, because it often consists

of culmination, greens, entire grains, nuts, and legumes—all of which are low in saturated fat.

The one pitfall of this weight-reduction plan is that you may be liable to lacking out on key

vitamins and minerals, specifically vitamin B-12 and iron. Make sure to take the proper

supplements to ensure you don't become liable to deficiency.

WW (Weight Watchers) Diet—Tied at #1

Tying for first location is the WW Diet, previously known as Weight Watchers. This software

permits you to devour what you want when you want, which makes it one of the easier,

low-pressure plans to comply with. Each food and beverage is assigned a factor cost based

totally on its nutritional price. Followers are then advised to not pass over a certain allotment of

factors each day. The one disadvantage to this popular food plan is that it is able to be

high-priced depending on which perks you make a decision to spend money on.

The Flexitarian Diet—Tied at #1

The absolute excellent diet for weight loss is the Flexitarian Diet, which just approaches bendy

vegetarian. On this plan, you don't have to absolutely reduce meat out of your food regimen, but

as an alternative enjoy it when the yearning hits. Registered dietitian Dawn Jackson Blatner

coined the time period in her 2009 ebook "The Flexitarian Diet: The Mostly Vegetarian Way to

Lose Weight, Be Healthier, Prevent Disease and Add Years to Your Life." The e-book details a

5-week meal plan based totally on a three-four-five routine. This means that breakfast choices

clock in at three hundred energy, lunches at 400, and dinners at 500. Snacks are a hundred and

fifty calories each and you're allowed to have each day—making for a complete of 1,500 energy

daily. Of course, people who lead more energetic lifestyles are advocated to tack on more

energy.

I hope you will practice the mentioned guidelines.