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Cholesterol

Most of us think that cholesterol is a kind of fat, but it is actually a special type of alcohol called steroid alcohol. It is vital for the health of every cell in our organism. Cholesterol helps the liver to digest fat and together with protein and lecithin affects the transport of fat through our blood. It makes a part of sex hormones  and is important in maintaining the moisture of the skin. The proof how cholesterol is important for our organism is that if there is a lack of cholesterol from food, the liver produces it itself.
Cholesterol is normally found in the cells, and only a small amount in blood. However, when its level rises in blood, it becomes harmful to health, contributes to the development of atherosclerosis and formation of deposits on blood vessels, clogged arteries and heart load. But cholesterol is not the only cause of clogging of arteries. Harmful role in it can have triglycerides and lipoproteins.
Triglycerides are fats or fatty molecules that are formed in the liver from the fats we eat. In women who are often exposed to high triglycerides, the level should be somewhat lower than in men. People whose level ranges between 250 and 500mg/100ml are highly exposed to the risk of heart disease.
Lipoproteins are composed of fat and protein. There are two types: high density lipoproteins (HDL) and low density lipoproteins (LDL). HDL cholesterol contains much phospholipids and cardiologists consider it as good for blood pressure because reduce the chance of heart disease. LDL cholesterol contains large amounts of cholesterol which tends to attach to artery walls and form plaque.  So LDL increases the risk of atherosclerosis and risk of heart diseases.

How to maintain body fat in normal levels?

The most important approach to reducing cholesterol is a healthy diet and lifestyle. Using a healthy diet with low saturated fat, with more plant foods (grains, fruits, vegetables and legumes) reduces the risk of heart disease and blood vessels. But the problem can still exists, because avoiding eggs, meat, milk and dairy products do not necessarily corrects high blood cholesterol levels. The body may respond to a sharp reduction of cholesterol so that it will produce cholesterol. It can produce up to 1500 mg of cholesterol per day, six times more than what we normally eat.
It is interesting to note that some ethnic groups such as the Masai in Africa and the Eskimos have a diet with high cholesterol, yet they have low serum cholesterol, so you have to take into consideration other factors. Some of these factors are genetic, then the nutritional status, stress, exercise, movement, age.

Nutrition

Add to your diet fiber, rather than completely eliminate foods high in cholesterol.

Prevent Headaches With Enough Water

According to a study carried by the American University of Connecticut, even mild dehydration can change our mood, energy level and ability to think.The study included 10,000 people and found that in cases of mild dehydration women feel headaches, fatigue and difficulty with concentrating. For younger men dehydration causes difficulties in some mental tasks, particularly in the area of memory.

Mild dehydration, which occurs due to the normal, everyday activities can break the balance in body, especially in women. The most common problem that arises is the occurrence of migraine.
It is important for us to seriously realize the recommendation of drinking water. Thirst occurs only when we are dehydrated to one or two percent, but at 1.5% water loss, dehydration affects the brain and body condition. According to the results of the study, dehydration affects all people and it is equally important for all to drink sufficient quantity of water. Water is essential for all, either for those who have sedentary job or athletes who are exposed to intense physical effort.

Carbonated beverages, coffee, alcohol and similar liquids are not a substitute for water, on the contrary, they

Recipe for Apple Cider Vinegar

As it is well known, apple cider vinegar is highly appreciated and used for many diseases. It is known that has diuretic property so it is used to remove excess water from the body. Therefore, apple vinegar is recommended for people who have kidney and urinary problems, as well as problems with heart and blood vessels, accompanied by the appearance of the swelling. Apple vinegar allows better drainage of toxins that accumulate in the body. Heart patients and those with high blood pressure use apple vinegar because it reduces blood viscosity, and hence reduces the workload of the heart.
Also, cider vinegar is an effective means to treat diarrhea. It can also help in some cases of sterility, and is recommended in diets. A teaspoon of apple vinegar in a glass of water three times daily can help to lose the excess pounds. Cider vinegar is also used externally as a compress to treat varicose veins, inflammation of joints and rheumatism. Also, rubbing the body with diluted apple vinegar removes fatigue, and it is a good preparation for the removal of dandruff.

Pure apple cider vinegar can be bought and made. Now we present the recipe for getting it in the home version.

With Balanced Diet Against Infertility

Balanced and complete diet is a key to many health problems. For example, in some cases it is enough to improve nutrition in order to solve infertility problems. Let us see what should be eaten in cases of infertility:

1.Folic Acid. Folic acid (folacin or vitamin B)  stimulates the secretion of estrogen, production of female gametes and ovulation. Folic acid together with vitamin B12 participates in synthesising nucleic acid (DNA) and some amino acids. Moreover, with vitamins B6 and B12 improves the function of sexual glands in women and men.
It can be found in: brewer’s yeast, soy, wheat germ, whole grains, legumes, asparagus, broccoli, potatoes, green leafy vegetables, chicken liver, egg yolk, bananas.

 2.Vitamin A. Vitamin A boosts immunity, protects against infection and finally it is a powerful antioxidant. It is important for the reproductive system in men ( it is necessary for sperm production). People who consume too much alcoholic suffer from infertility because alcohol bothered converting provitamin A in its active form in the testes. The best sources: unrefined fish oils, cold pressed vegetable oil, yellow and red fruits, yellow, red and green vegetables, green leafy vegetables, legumes, egg yolk, milk and dairy products.

3.Vitamin C.

7 Tips How To Get Rid of Stress

Stressful situations are everywhere around us; it can be seen as a common condition among many people. While some kinds of stress can be positive, unwanted stress is be very harmful. Symptoms may include anxiety, fatigue, insomnia, stomach problems, sweating, heart palpitations, rapid breathing, shortness of breath, and irritability. Many health problems are associated with various types of short-term or long-term stress, including alcohol abuse, asthma, chronic fatigue, erectile dysfunction and male infertility, headaches, heart disease, high blood pressure, immune system dysfunction, gastrointestinal disturbances, mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, pregnancy complications, rheumatoid arthritis, skin diseases, problems with wound healing, and others. Problems with recovery from surgery and lack of concentration at work are also associated with excessive stress. Most of the population suffers from some form of stress. Following these steps, you can help reduce destructive conditions of stress:

1.Take Vitamin C: it helps normalize stress hormone. Take at least 1 gram of this vitamin  every day.

Natural Remedies For Bacterial Infections

Our body is inhabited by bacteria in the digestive tract, in the mucosa of the nose, as well as on the skin on the genitals. We live in symbiosis with the “good” bacteria that help digest food, synthesize vitamins, regulation of pH of the skin and vaginal mucosa. However, in case of injury, or entry of strong antibiotics,  low immune system,  the bacteria have the chance to multiply. If the body is unable to react adequately and prevent the spread of bacteria, it leads to the development of the infection. Then, an inflammatory process is being developed as a response of the body to the  infection. Antibiotic therapy destroys both good and bad bacteria, so after the use of antibiotics, a hyperinfection or fungal infections develop. In order to prevent complications of antibiotic use, children are encouraged to take probiotics – good bacteria (taken 2 hours after antibiotics).

In a bacterial infection occur, a dual approach should be applied: antimicrobial agents to prevent further development of infections and strengthen immune system, which failed to deal with an attacker.

Eczema

Eczema is a sign that announces that there is some problem. Red, itchy, dry or cracked areas proclaim that your child suffers from dry skin caused by allergies or local irritation. When a child is constantly scratching this place, the skin becomes thickened and rough. Sometimes fluid leaks from the skin.

Eczema (atopic or contact dermatitis) may occur at any age, but it is often manifested in infants under 18 months. The disease usually disappears when the child reaches the preschool age. Usually it is caused by common allergy such as hay fever, asthma, sensitivity to perfumes, reactions to chemicals or food allergies. As for eczema, there seems to be a genetic link: children with eczema belong to families where the disease is not rare. Eczema is unpredictable and can hit any part of the body but most commonly occurs on the elbows and knees, behind the ears, face and wrists.

The traditional method of treatment:
-Daily bathing in a tub and shower can dry the skin and aggravate eczema.

Home Remedies for Seasickness

Almost everybody have felt at least once in the life motion sickness during a trip. We are going to discuss one of the a few types, seasickness. This condition is a reaction of the body’s inner ear balance system to the unfamiliar motion of a boat, ship or yacht.

Causes and Symptoms

Seasickness appears if two or more of your senses give opposing signals to the brain. Most commonly, that are your eyes and inner ears that are in conflict with each other. Within a few days, when the brain is given enough time to adjust to its surroundings, the symptoms of seasickness fade . A person who suffer from seasickness may feel headaches, dizziness, nausea and vomiting.

Seasickness Home Remedies

You may need to find ways to relax so you do not get sick of the motion of the water. Also, if you want to use home remedies to mitigate the symptoms, read the following suggestions:

Mitigate Sinusitis With Natural Remedies

With the arrival of colder weather, the number of those who suffer from sinus infections increases. Symptoms of sinusitis are similar to ordinary flu, such as bad breath or loss of smell, cough, fever, fatigue, nasal congestion or headache.  If it is not treated on time, problems can last from three weeks to three years! Fortunately, there are several natural remedies that may help you in cases of sinus infection. Here are some of the best:

1. Ginger is already a well-known ingredient which mitigates and prevents headaches. Moreover, it is an anti-inflammatory drug that eases pain. You can use it in the form of tinctures or capsules.

How to Naturally Treat Couperose Skin

Couperose is manifested by redness of cheeks. However, the diagnosis must be differentiated: not every person with red cheeks has couperose. Only a dermatologist is able to tell you that if the disease is Couperose or other skin disease and can prescribe appropriate treatment.

It locates the most frequently in the cheeks, nose and chin. It is the second evolutionary stage of rosacea, an inflammatory skin disease. It is manifested by irreversible dilatation of blood vessels. Facial redness is permanent and is usually accompanied by edema, or swelling of the skin. Appears especially on dry or seborrheic skins and affects mainly middle-aged women (30 -50 years), before or after menopause. Couperose people are prone to very pale complexion.

Risk factors:
* Stress;
* Sun;
* Intense effort carried out in conditions of external heat;
* Sudden changes of temperature;
* Wrong diet;
* Spices;
* Food and hot drinks;
* Improper skin care;
* Tobacco;
* Pollution;
* Inactivity.

Couperose is incriminated in causing infection by Helicobacter pylori, the bacterium that causes ulcers, the accompanying disorder in about 80% of cases.

Treatment methods
Proper treatment you will only be recommended by your dermatologist. A therapy followed immediately after the first symptoms of the disease stops and prevents recurrence.