Health Fitness

  Just a push of the thumb! Nowadays, many people are looking towards alternative medicine when treating illnesses. Commonly prescribed pills are not only packed with chemicals, but often come with serious side effects. If you don’t like the idea of swallowing another pill and are looking to slowly expand your horizons, you should know that there are many alternative routes, including acupuncture. According to this Chinese form of alternative medicine, there is a specific point on the human ear that acts as a gateway to general wellness: the Shen Men, which translates to “heavenly gate.” Practiced in China for centuries, pressing this point on the external ear can help to relieve stress, anxiety, allergies, headaches, addiction, inflammation, depression, and pain. You can stimulate the Shen Men by pinching the point on your upper ear between your index finger and thumb. Moving your fingers in a circular motion, massage this point one to two times a day for about a minute. This tre...

 We never really think about the good and bad things of having intercourse, but the most important thing is to keep the private areas clean and healthy. The infections which usually appear are because of the unhealthy habits of the person. Here are 8 things you need to do after having intercourse. In this way, your private area won’t have infections and it will be healthy! 1 ALWAYS GO TO THE TOILET AFTER INTERCOURSE There can be some bacteria which go into your private parts during intercourse because the area is moist and warm which is what bacteria actually need so that they could multiply. It’s important to pee during the first hour after you’ve had intercourse so that you could avoid a bladder infection that is painful. You’ll flush this area. Don’t forget to wipe it from the front towards the back! This will help you avoid fecal contamination. 2. AVOID HOT BATHTUB SHOWER It’s good to have a shower, but it’s not good to enter into a hot bathtub. The vagina opens up even more b...

 Sanitary pads are intrinsic to a woman’s life. They need it every month, and if the sanitary pads aren’t hygienic, it leads to infection. So, it is of the utmost importance that one actually uses a sanitary pad which is extremely hygienic and disposes it off after a period of time. But also important is the knowledge of how to use it perfectly. Some disposable pads have wings that help you attach it, while the others have adhesives which help you stick it. Correct Way To Use A Sanitary Towel Step 1:  After removing the sanitary towel from the package, make sure that you unfold it. Step 2:  After sitting on the loo, pull down your underwear up to your knees. Step 3:  After you are done with that, remove the patch off the pad to bring forth the adhesive that will allow you to stick it. If the pad is a winged one, then you would find three such strips for each of the three wings. Step 4:  If you are wearing thongs, then you need to make sure that the widest part ...

 If you suddenly found a confusing red dot on your skin, put your mind at ease. An angioma is a small benign tumor that consists of blood vessels. The most common kind of angioma is the cherry angioma, also known as Campbell De Morgan spots or senile angioma. They are cherry red papules on the skin containing an abnormal proliferation of blood vessels. Angioma Causes The two major reasons for developing angioma are: 1. Age –  Many people get angiomas at the age of 30 or more. As a rule, in this case it looks like a small convex cherry mole and is mainly situated on the arms, legs or chest and shoulders. Such angiomas are caused by simple age changes of skin and blood vessels; 2. Health problems or the wrong lifestyle –  If the angioma looks like a spot and begins vascular branching, it may indicate problems with the liver, vascular diseases, or a hormonal failure. What to do about it? While angiomas are not a cause for concern, you should watch them regularly to see if t...

 Our body usually gives us signals about some changes inside. It is very important to listen to it. Have you gained extra pounds? Do you have any health problems? If your answer is “yes”, you must consult with your doctor! Today we want to discuss the topic of estrogen. The female hormone estrogen is produced by the ovaries and carries many functions from the regulation of the menstrual cycle to the distribution of fat deposits. The estrogen can cause excessive fatness and other health problems. We want to help you understand the causes of your illness. Moreover, whether they are caused by estrogen or not. We have prepared a list of 10 signs that will help you to understand the reasons for your disease. 1. Swollen breasts This is one of the common symptoms of estrogen. If you feel that your breasts are swollen you have to consult with the doctor. 2. Tender breasts If you have very sensitive and tender breasts, it means that they are growing or you have fibrocystic tissue. 3. Thyro...

 In 2016, an estimated 1,685,210 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in the United States and 595,690 people will die from the disease. The most common cancers in 2016 are projected to be breast cancer, lung and bronchus cancer, prostate cancer, colon and rectum cancer, bladder cancer, melanoma of the skin, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, thyroid cancer, kidney and renal pelvis cancer, leukemia, endometrial cancer, and pancreatic cancer. Some of the cancers that most often affect women are breast, colon, endometrial, lung, cervical, skin, and ovarian cancers. Knowing about these cancers and what you can do to help prevent them or find them early (when they are small and easier to treat) may help save your life. Breast cancer is the most common cancer that women may face in their lifetime (except for skin cancer). It can occur at any age, but the risk goes up as you get older. Because of certain factors, some women may have a greater chance of having breast cancer than others. But every wo...

 It’s little bit unusual, but your little finger can inform lots about you. With measuring your pinky finger you could find out greater approximately your character, what are your behavior, your courting … There are 3 fundamental persona kinds that your little finger can suggest. Just look at your finger and notice how lengthy or brief it’s far on the subject of your ring finger’s pinnacle joint. Take this character test; you might be surprised at its accuracy. Type A: Even Placement If the pinnacle of your pinkie finger stops right at the beginning line of the top joint of your ring finger, you’re type A. People who belong on this group, are very reserved and introverted. They don’t like to speak in confidence to different humans without problems, and don’t want to be depending on someone. These styles of people have tremendous persona, who’re continually there for his or her loved ones and expects them to do the same for them in return. Despite being great and heat to pals and f...

 Pores in our skin are not visible to the naked eye, however as you get older the pores are getting larger and can ruin your appearance. There are many commercial products and treatments available to shrink them in size. Instead of using commercial products and treatments, try using these natural remedies against enlarged pores: Aloe Vera gel Apply some fresh Aloe gel on your face and leave it to work overnight, then rinse your face with lukewarm water in the morning. This will keep your skin hydrated and also close the pores, while removing excess oil and dirt from the skin a well. Apple cider vinegar – a powerful skin toner Mix a tablespoon of ACV with 5 tablespoons of water and pour the mixture in a spray bottle and use it as a natural toner. Just spray it on your face and leave it to dry, then apply your favorite moisturizer in the end. This will reduce the enlarged pores and regulate your skin’s pH level, while fighting infections at the same time. Egg white mask Here’s a nic...

  Often times, we, women, pay a lot of attention to our looks which includes taking care of our physique and even our skin. But what about our nether regions? Topics like sexual health and upkeep of our private parts get pushed to a corner precisely because there is a slight hesitation or stigma attached to these topics. One feels really uncomfortable asking someone about it. But ladies, I want to tell you that your vaginal health is as, if not more, important as maintaining a perfect visage. After all, a happy vajayjay means a happy you. To make you better equipped to take care of your lady parts and help you keep it in the perfect ten conditions, we decided to do a little bit of research. While doing this research, we found that a few of our everyday habits spell disaster for the health of our front bottoms. Curious to know what they are? Here you go- 1. Washing It Before you say anything, we aren’t saying you should never clean it under the hood. What we are saying is, cleaning...

  Did you know that more than 75% of women are likely to get a vaginal yeast infection? Having an unhealthy vagina can be quite devastating and can affect your libido and fertility. It can interfere with your relationship, cause stress and lower your self-confidence. Unfortunately, any minor infection down presents a threat and can cause health problems. If you notice anything different, consult your gynecologist as fast as you can. Meanwhile, here are the 5 warning signs that indicate your vagina is unhealthy: 1. Itching and Burning Constant burning and itching sensation can indicate a great number of vaginal infections. Itching and burning is caused when the bad and harmful bacteria outnumber the good bacteria in your vagina. Itching and an inflammatory sensation are signs of yeast infection. Itching can be also caused by creams, soaps and contraceptive foams. 2. Bleeding During and After Intercourse Bleeding during and after intercourse can be a sign of vaginal infection, vagin...

  HOW many times have you noticed a little itch or bump… down there? If the answer is “never”, you’re either lying to yourself or you’re not examining your vagina enough. Because it’s not just your boobs you should be checking on the regular – your vulva (that’s the fleshy outer bit of your vag) also needs some attention to make sure nothing odd is going on. Most of the time, small changes are nothing to worry about. It could be that your underwear is irritating the area, or you’ve got an easily-treatable infection. But if you don’t check, you’ll never know. And although it’s unlikely, you definitely don’t want to miss any early warning signs of things like vulval cancer – which is much more easily treated if you pick up on it ASAP. Consultant Gynaecologist, Anne Henderson said: “One of the main reasons people don’t treat infections is because they don’t know they have one as they simply don’t know the symptoms.” Anne recommends checking your intimate area several times a year, to...

    Nail polish can seriously affect our heath, and a recent study has shown that many of the most popular American nail polish brands are actually the extremely harmful. The study involved 24 women and experts evaluated the effects of the chemical toxins in their bodies. The source of these chemicals was nail polish. All of the participants were found to have signs of triphenyl phosphate in the body only 10 hours after applying nail polish. The same researchers, in a follow-up study, evaluated 10 different nail polishes for triphenyl phosphate and found it in 8 of them. What’s more, two of these 8 did not even list the presence of the chemical on the label. Therefore, 20% of nail polishes we purchase have a harmful chemical that is not listed on the label. Triphenyl phosphate (or TPHP) is a dangerous chemical that disrupts the humans’ endocrine system, which controls all our hormones. According to the lead researcher of the study, Dr. Heather Stapleton, “There is growing evi...