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Sunday 30 August 2015

Sickness and Diarrhoea



Definition:
Diarrhoea can be defined as frequent watery stools caused by an increase in the wavelike movements (peristalsis) that occurs in the intestines. It produces a right feeling of sickness and may come about because of a variety of reasons, some local, others systemic.




Classification:
Diarrhoea could be classified as:
 a) Acute - which is a sudden change in the consistency and the frequency of the stool.


Causes of acute diarrhoea:
  i)  most is mainly the result of contaminated food and drink brought on after eating out.
 ii)  viral illnesses eg viral gastroenteritis
iii)  sensitivity to excess alcohol


Treatment of acute diarrhoea:
It is said that diarrhoea is one of natures way of getting rid of bugs. Sickness and acute diarrhoea once it is not excessive or blood stained is often left to run its course and all that is needed is adequate fluid replacement.

             
 b) chronic - frequent watery stools lasting longer than two (2) weeks.


Causes of chronic diarrhoea:
  i) diabetes
 ii) malabsorption
iii) food allergies
iv) stress
 v) irritable bowel syndrome






Signs and symptoms:
a) Persistent watery stools
b) dehydration
c) generalized weakness
d) exhaustion
e) Fluid loss if severe leading to
                                       i) electrolyte imbalance
                                      ii) irritability
                                     iii) reduction of urine out put
                                     iv) dry skin
                                      v) weight loss


Treatment of chronic diarrhoea:
With sickness and chronic diarrhoea it is advisable to start medication to treat and heal:
a) Where the diarrhoea is severe, fluid and electrolyte imbalance should be corrected.
b) The cause of the diarrhoea should be investigated and therapy such as antibiotic administered if bacteria is the causative agent.







Saturday 22 August 2015

100 Years of Fitness in 100 Seconds

Interested in health & fitness? Well this video does exactly what it says on the tin, that's why I chose to share it with you. Dance along and enjoy.

Saturday 15 August 2015

5 - Reasons to eat healthy

Healthy eating means consuming the right quantities of foods from all food groups in order to lead a healthy life. It is important to eat healthy as the entire body depends on it.

Reasons for eating healthy:

1) Eating health is one way to loose or maintain that ideal weight we all dream about. In doing so we will find that we'll have better self esteem and our confidence level will rise.

2) Most of the foods we eat on a daily basis, for example processed, sugary and fatty foods actually does the body more harm than good, thus the rise in illnesses such as hypertension, asthma and diabetes to name a few.

3) Eating healthy means we are consuming the type of foods that the body needs to protect it from diseases and assist with the task of carrying out all body functions. The body rely on the food we eat to provide the necessary nutrients for its vital functions such as illumination, and protection.

4) It is well known that, those who eat healthy has more energy to carry out the days tasks, are less agitated and generally feels better in themselves.

5) As role models eating healthy sets a great example for both adults and children who look up to us, therefore let's have a good influence on those around us, encourage them to follow in our foot steps.


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Sunday 9 August 2015

Health & Fitness

Health and fitness goes hand in hand. Health is said to be the state of being free from illness or injury. Fitness is the condition of being physically fit and healthy.
Over the years research shows that in order to have a healthy lifestyle one needs to be physically fit as well. Fitness has been shown to aid in the relief of stress and the maintenance of a healthy heart. Stress we all are aware is a major work related illness. Exercise is often associated with energy boosts and improvement of spirits and moral. Many people who visit the gym for a work out after work report that they find it both soothing and relaxing. Others who exercise prior to work report that they find it refreshing and it leaves them feeling more energetic and in the right from of mind to tackle the task ahead.
Should I dare say that maybe employers should start thinking outside the box and start promoting fitness programs within the work place. It might prove beneficial for them to include gyms in the work place and to provide employees with subsidized access.
However a fitness program on its own will not work. People need to invest in healthy eating as well, which includes cutting down on fatty foods, sugar and salt intake and also ensure that they get enough sleep.
In closing if we want to have a long and healthy life of good quality we need to take a good look at ourselves and make lifestyle changes where necessary. We need to be prepared to eat healthy and exercise daily. For example take short walks, use the stairs instead of the lift, go swimming or get involved in a physical sport.
Our lives could be long or short, the choice is mainly ours, may we choose wisely.


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Sunday 2 August 2015

Skin Care Tip - 3 Super Ingredients You Really Need to See in Any Skin Care Product

We all feel the desire to have great skin although we don't often get to show it off but what better time to do so than summer time.
Over the counter products is one way to enhance that look but because of our different races and skin type finding the perfect product could sometimes be difficult.
In this article Sabrina Fox tells us exactly what to look for in the products we purchase in order to obtain great value.
By the time you finish reading the skin care tip in this article you're going to be much more informed when it comes to skin care products. You'll know what 3 super ingredients you want to see in any skin care products you are considering.
 There are many skin care tips such as drinking plenty of water, not smoking, etc, and those are very important tips. However even if you follow a healthy skin care routine, without superior ingredients in your skin care products all those skin care tips won't get you very far.
 If you're like most people you're sick and tired of skin care products that don't perform. Ironically it's usually the most expensive products that don't get the results. The reason; most of the money used in developing these products go into the fancy packaging and advertising.
 Some of the best skin care products and now being made in New Zealand. The New Zealand companies are using the finest ingredients and using their money in product research and development. For this reason you won't see ads for them on TV or in fancy magazines, you'll have to do a little research.
 With that in mind, my best skin care tip is to make sure that any skin care product you are considering contains the ingredients listed here.

 Ingredient #1-Phytessence Wakame Phytessence Wakame is an exotic kelp coming from the Japanese sea. There is an enzyme in your body called hyaluronidase. Wakame works by blocking this harmful enzyme. Hyaluronidase breaks down the hyaluronic acid in your skin which allows you to retain the water in your skin necessary to keep your skin looking young. Loss of hyaluronic acid also causes dark circles under your eyes. So Phytessence Wakame is a must have ingredient.

 Ingredient #2-Cynergy TK Cynergy TK is a new high tech substance that stimulates your own collagen to grow. In clinical trials it proved not only to stimulate collagen growth but also elastin! This promotes firmness and elasticity, meaning fewer wrinkles, and a more youthful looking healthier skin. It can also help improve your skin to hold its natural moisture. An improvement of 40% in the skins elasticity has been shown in only 18 days in clinical trials. This ingredient works!

 Ingredient #3-CoQ10 CoQ10 is really short for Coenzyme Q10. CoQ10 is a very powerful antioxidant that counters the damage caused by free radicals. Aging and skin damage are the results free radicals. CoQ10 is found in all of our body's cells and is very important for the maintenance of healthy skin. As we age we lose the CoQ10 in our cells. CoQ10 is a fantastic ingredient however not all forms of it are the same. The type of CoQ10 that you want is called is called Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10. The CoQ10 found in most skin care products does not penetrate into the skin when applied topically. Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10 has the ability to penetrate down through 7 layers of skin! This is a very important skin care tip to know. Don't settle for anything less.
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