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		<title>Menstrual Irregularities And Symptoms Of Irregular Menstruation</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[However, if a teenager is still missing her period by the age of 16, she should have a full gynecological assessment by a doctor for hypothalamic failure, hormonal disorders and abnormal genetic make-up. Menstrual disorder defines as a disorder is an irregular menstrual cycle. Some women get monthly period easily.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">However, if a teenager is still missing her period by the age of 16, she should have a full gynecological assessment by a doctor for hypothalamic failure, hormonal disorders and abnormal genetic make-up. Menstrual disorder defines as a disorder is an irregular menstrual cycle. Some women get monthly period easily.<br />
Menstrual disorder happens when periods come like starting or stopping same time every month. Menstrual disorder can affect the women&#8217;s health. Sometimes females feel fatigue and anemia.  <span id="more-51"></span></p>
<p>Chaste Berry is a widely accepted herbal remedy that stimulates the release of LH and FSH or the hormones vital to ovulation and menstruation. Another herb that enhances hormone functioning is Black Choosy, a natural remedy prescribed by herbalists to prevent miscarriage. Regulating the menstrual cycle on the other hand is among the many medicinal properties of the Siberian Ginseng, a revered Chinese tonic that promotes energy and enhances overall systemic functioning.</p>
<p>Symptoms of irregular menstruation: -<br />
* Menopause<br />
* Pelvic infection.<br />
* Inflammation of the uterus.<br />
* Weight gain or loss.<br />
* Prolapsed Uterus.</p>
<p>Treatment for Irregular Menstruation: -</p>
<p>Grind 3-4 fresh hibiscus flowers. They are either red or pink, and their scientific name is hibiscus rosa-sinensis. Take five red flowers, grind them to a paste, and have this on an empty stomach with water for 5-7 days before the normal expected due date of your periods.</p>
<p>Lifestyle Changes: -Some people might just need to change their lifestyles in order to cure their irregular periods.</p>
<p>Aloe-leaf pulp: Skin 2-3 aloe leaves and collect the pulp. Boil it till it becomes brown. Cool. Mash it to make a paste. This has a slight bitter taste, so have it with water or apple juice every morning on an empty stomach for 5-7 days. The dose is a teaspoonful. This also has a purgative action, so decrease the dose if required.</p>
<p>Reduce stress: avoid anything that will cause you to get stressed out. Find time to relax and take it easy, doing this might get your period back without fuss.</p>
<p>Have a teaspoon of fresh holy basil leaf juice with a teaspoon of honey and a pinch of black pepper powder twice a day for 4-6 weeks. This regularizes the periods.</p>
<p>Make a decoction with a teaspoon of old jiggery and a teaspoon of pounded ovum seeds. Have with hot water twice a day for 3-4 days before the due date of the periods.</p>
<p>Calcium helps to prevent menstrual cramps as it maintains the normal muscle tone. During menses muscles that lack calcium tend to become hyperactive causing cramps. Therefore increasing calcium helps in reducing menstrual cramps. Try to consume 800 milligrams a day which nearly equals three cups of milk.</p>
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		<title>8 Beauty Tips To Help You Get Rid Of Acne</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:47:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[How do you deal with acne? How can you keep the pimples at bay? How do you stop new pimples from appearing?
It all starts with a clogged pore. When a pore in your skin gets clogged up with oil, dirt and skin debris. Bacteria happily breeds in that concoction, infecting that pore, leading to acne.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">How do you deal with acne? How can you keep the pimples at bay? How do you stop new pimples from appearing?</p>
<p>It all starts with a clogged pore. When a pore in your skin gets clogged up with oil, dirt and skin debris. Bacteria happily breeds in that concoction, infecting that pore, leading to acne.</p>
<p>To treat acne, attack the root of problem. The bacteria and the clogged pores.</p>
<p>That brings us to these 8 tips.  <span id="more-50"></span></p>
<p><strong>1. Do NOT touch your face with your hands</strong></p>
<p>Throughout the day, your hands come in contact with the world around you. Your hands touch surfaces like the phone, the computer keyboards, your bag, the table and basically everything around you. Picking up germs as you go along. Touching your face with your hands before washing them is a big No No. The last thing you want is to introduce more bacteria to your skin, leading to more pimples.</p>
<p><strong>2. Keep your hair off your face.</strong></p>
<p>Oily skin usually means oily hair. You have enough natural oil on your face. You do not need to add more oil and hair care products to your skin, which is what happens when your hair covers any part of your face. If you notice more pimples on your forehead, beneath your fringe, or along the sides of your face where your hair might brush against, your hair could be the culprit. You could keep your hair off your face by wearing it in a pony tail, or using hair clips to hold it off your face. You can get these from <a title="hair info" href="http://005f1658.linkbucks.com" target="_blank">www.everythingbeauty.info</a></p>
<p><strong>3. Wash your face 3 times everyday with a cleanser that is meant for skin with acne.</strong></p>
<p>That&#8217;s what a doctor told me. Another doctor told me that the problem with many people that have pimples is that they use cleansers that are too rich for the face. That doctor recommended a soap and water regime. Another recommended an <a title="anti bacterial" href="http://5b2d866c.linkbucks.com" target="_blank">http://www.everythingbeauty.info/anti-bacterial.htm</a> cleanser that was meant for acne.<br />
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4. Stick to skin care that works for your skin</strong></p>
<p>What works on your best friend may not necessarily work on you. Especially if her skin is dry and your is oily. The latest richest skincare products might make her look radiant but they could trigger a nasty acne outbreak in your skin.</p>
<p><strong>5. Take a break.</strong></p>
<p>Stress tends to trigger acne outbreaks. Does your skin act up more before an exam or a stressful event? Learn to relax. Take a long bath with a few drops of aroma vera lavender in the bath water. Watch a funny movie. Read a favourite magazine. Talk it out with a best pal. Do whatever works for you to ease the stress.<br />
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6. Get a good night&#8217;s sleep every night.</strong></p>
<p>Your body needs sleep. Without enough sleep, even your skin acts up. Try to stop all work a few hours before bed time.<br />
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7. Avoid using pressed powder to cut down the sheen</strong></p>
<p>My friend&#8217;s friend used a pressed powder compact to hide her acne. Instead, the more she used it the worse it got. Just think. By mid day, your skin gets oily. You take out the powder compact, and use that powder puff to apply pressed powder on your face. Now, your face would already have dirt, bacteria and oil on it. Pat your face with that powder puff and now that puff picks up the dirt, bacteria and oil. You put it back into the compact. The bacteria happily breeds in there. Then you take out the compact again and pat more powder, mixed with oil, dirt and bacteria onto your face, picking up more gunk, putting in more gunk into your compact. The cycle goes on.</p>
<p><strong>8. Do not let bacteria breed happily in your make up tools. </strong>Wash all your make up brushes regularly, with soap and water. Then dry them completely before you keep them.</p>
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		<title>Healthy Food Choices During Pregnancy</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:44:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When a woman becomes pregnant, it is always imperative that she will take care of her health in a more careful manner than ever. Because pregnancy involves the phase wherein a baby is prepared for its entry into the world in her mother’s womb, it is important for the baby to obtain the proper amount [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">When a woman becomes pregnant, it is always imperative that she will take care of her health in a more careful manner than ever. Because pregnancy involves the phase wherein a baby is prepared for its entry into the world in her mother’s womb, it is important for the baby to obtain the proper amount and kind of nutrients that will ensure a healthy and safe delivery.  <span id="more-49"></span><br />
<strong>Eating Right during Pregnancy</strong></p>
<p>There are various factors that a woman can do to ensure that her health and that of the baby is in good state. For some women, a little exercise will help while others have their own routine that are also beneficial for the baby and for the mother, along with providing a hope for a safe delivery. However, one thing that a pregnant woman should not ignore is to make the healthy choices of foods during pregnancy.</p>
<p>During pregnancy, the baby is totally dependent on its mother for nutrients. This is why a pregnant woman must bear in mind that what she eats is not only for her own health but for the baby as well. Here, a lot of misinterpretations exist. Some pregnant women insist that just because there are now two of them to feed, it means she has to double her regular food intake. This is entirely wrong. She does not necessarily have to double her food intake. She just need to make sure that the proper dose of the needed nutrients is more than enough. She also needs to make the healthy food choices.</p>
<p><strong>Healthy Foods to Eat during Pregnancy</strong></p>
<p>What are the healthy food choices for pregnant women? There may not be a single list of foods that will be good for all pregnant women. This is because each pregnant woman has her own unique needs. Nonetheless, it is possible to list down foods that will be right for all pregnant women regardless of their state:</p>
<p>Lean meat, fish, eggs, and peanut butter. These are rich in protein and they help regulate the protein concentration in a pregnant woman’s body. Inability to regulate protein content in the body, especially in the urine, may cause preeclampsia, which can have fatal consequences. Protein is also vital for cell growth and blood production. These foods are likewise good sources for iron, which is critical in blood cell production.</p>
<p>Bread, cereals, rice, potatoes, fruits, and vegetables. These are rich sources of carbohydrates, which are needed for the body’s energy. Moreover, carbohydrates also help in keeping the body warm.</p>
<p>Milk, cheese, yogurt, and sardines. These are rich in calcium, which is very vital in making sure that bones are strong as well as in maintaining nerve function.</p>
<p>Carrots, sweet potatoes, and leafy green vegetables. These are important for having a healthy skin, for bone growth, and for good eyesight.</p>
<p>Citrus fruit, tomatoes, and fortified fruit juices. These are great sources of vitamin C, which is needed to aid in iron absorption and for healthy gums, bones, and teeth.</p>
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		<title>Dealing with Morning Sickness during Pregnancy</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 08:41:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For a majority of pregnant women, the toughest part about the first phase of pregnancy is bouts with morning sickness. Morning sickness refers to those symptoms that pregnant women experience such as vomiting and nausea. The symptoms affect approximately 75 percent of pregnant women.  
What Is Morning Sickness?
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">For a majority of pregnant women, the toughest part about the first phase of pregnancy is bouts with morning sickness. Morning sickness refers to those symptoms that pregnant women experience such as vomiting and nausea. The symptoms affect approximately 75 percent of pregnant women.  <span id="more-48"></span></p>
<p><strong>What Is Morning Sickness?</strong></p>
<p>Morning sickness is a symptom that is difficult to understand. This is because there are plenty of other signs that are related to the symptoms. But the problem here is when the woman may not actually be pregnant. For example, there are plenty of factors other than pregnancy that can cause nausea and vomiting. Moreover, the bouts with the symptoms may not necessarily occur during the morning. Some women experience the vomiting and nausea at night or in other parts of the day.</p>
<p><strong>How Can Morning Sickness Be Treated?</strong></p>
<p>Because the signs of morning sickness is similar to those that will be felt during ordinary days, a pregnant woman may be tempted to take in her regular medication to relieve the symptoms. Doing this is a very dangerous decision because it may entail risks during pregnancy, which may even imperil the health of the mother or child or both. That is why treatment of morning sickness commonly considers the application of home treatment. Home treatment is better than medicines because they are cheaper and has no harmful effects during pregnancy. Home treatment methods include the following:</p>
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<li>Avoiding foods and smell that makes a woman sick</li>
<li>Preparing a ginger tea by lightly pounding ginger and then set to boil. Drinking the tea will help reduce the symptoms of morning sickness.</li>
<li>Changing the patterns of eating, what one eats and the quantity of the food taken.</li>
<li>Occurrence of Morning Sickness during Pregnancy</li>
</ol>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Morning sickness usually starts during the sixth week of pregnancy. The condition persists up to around the twelfth week of pregnancy. In rare cases, the signs may even persist up to the end of pregnancy. Despite the length of time that a pregnant woman will experience morning sickness, there are no known harmful effects of the condition on the health of either the child or the mother. In this case, it is best to keep the condition as it is, keeping in mind that all of it is part of the natural process of pregnancy. However, there may come a time when the condition becomes so annoying that it becomes very tempting to take medication. When one should decide to take medications, make sure that the doctor has prescribed them.</p>
<p><strong>What Is the Best Way to Handle Morning Sickness?</strong></p>
<p>The best way to handle morning sickness is to take food only in moderation. Doing so will diminish the chances of vomiting, which is partly caused by a full stomach. Another thing to consider is that a small intake of food will allow the stomach enough time for better digestion. This will in turn assure the body of better consumption of the needed nutrients.</p>
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		<title>Bath With Hand-Made Natural Soap</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Modern lifestyle has trapped people in the life of instant-paced, practical, and fast-paced. Viewed from the standpoint of health, lifestyle like this of course will cause unfavorable effects. Modern humans is less mobile. All can be controlled with buttons and remote control, up and down the elevator or the elevator, and most of the work [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Modern lifestyle has trapped people in the life of instant-paced, practical, and fast-paced. Viewed from the standpoint of health, lifestyle like this of course will cause unfavorable effects. Modern humans is less mobile. All can be controlled with buttons and remote control, up and down the elevator or the elevator, and most of the work done by machines.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Modern humans have less healthy foods. Food production requires fast-paced, so do biological engineering that allows agricultural and livestock production is growing fast but not free from toxic chemicals. Instant food and fast food readily available but poor in nutrients and contain preservatives, which would further accelerate the decline of tissue function. <span id="more-47"></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Modern humans did not have a lot of time and adequate rest. High job demands, time constraints, making them get stuck with the stress and diet and rest are not regular.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">We have people begun to realize the importance of returning to a healthy lifestyle, back to nature. People began to realize for the exercise, regular breaks, and provides for the necessary nutrients your body by eating foods, natural health foods.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Likewise, the cleanliness of the body, bath. We are also very necessary in a natural body cleanser. Soap made from natural ingredients with <a title="hand-made soap" href="http://sabonnyc.com/index.cfm/a/catalog.catshow/catid/1568" target="_blank">hand-made soap</a>. This type of soap one of them can be found in Sabon.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This soap is made according to ancient recipes and Australia are based on the old ways with hand-made soap. here you can find various kinds of soap. Want that there are also <a title="aromatherapy soap" href="http://sabonnyc.com/index.cfm/a/catalog.catshow/catid/1594" target="_blank">aromatherapy soap</a>. Aromatherapy soap is sold with a variety of prices, types, and smell like the Paradise, Champagne, Provence, etc.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Like what is presented on this <a title="aromatherapy soap" href="http://www.healthfreakmommy.com/?p=2236" target="_blank">blog about aromatherapy soap</a>, this can be a valuable reference for you. Need natural soap made by hand?? Nothing wrong with you directly visit the Sabon ..</p>
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		<title>Tips on Treating Aging Skin</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:09:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Did you know you need special solutions for treating aging skin well? Most manufacturers really do not have your best interests at heart. Anything that can cause irritation or an allergic reaction should be avoided, particularly when we start getting a little older.
You will see many warning labels advising you to discontinue use in the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Did you know you need special solutions for treating aging skin well? Most manufacturers really do not have your best interests at heart. Anything that can cause irritation or an allergic reaction should be avoided, particularly when we start getting a little older.</p>
<p>You will see many warning labels advising you to discontinue use in the event that redness or a rash develops. Don&#8217;t buy these products. Don&#8217;t buy the ones that advise you to contact a poison control center in the event of accidental ingestion, either. There is no need to use poisonous substances for any kind of skin condition. If you follow the advice of natural and traditional health experts, you will not use anything on the outside of your body that you would not want to eat.  <span id="more-46"></span>Nutrients are the things that are necessary for the skin&#8217;s health. With that and water, you have everything that you need. Cleansers should be mild and contain basic natural ingredients. You don&#8217;t need or want a lot of perfumes in your skincare products. Those fragrances are some of the most common causes of unwanted reactions. Some of them can even make you depressed.</p>
<p>For treating aging skin, the ingredients that you want are essential fatty acids found in plant oils and extracts. They are very similar to the natural lubricant secreted by the sebaceous glands. That lubricant is called sebum. In people with excessive dryness, too little sebum is secreted. In case of excessive oiliness, too much is secreted. In combination skin types, which are most common, secretion is imbalanced.</p>
<p>Even mild cleanser strip sebum. So does tap water. Cleansing is an important part of any beauty regimen, but a moisturizing follow-up is necessary.</p>
<p>Grape seed oil is a good daytime moisturizer for treating aging skin. Maracuja, a special passion fruit extract, balances sebum production. Other nutrients help reduce wrinkles, increase firmness and improve the skin&#8217;s health.</p>
<p>Coenzyme Q10, a vitamin-like substance, has unique antioxidant activity. It can repair damage that has been done over time. Recent studies indicate that it can reduce wrinkling, sun damage and roughness by an average of 30% after six weeks of use.</p>
<p>The protein keratin has been shown to increase the skin&#8217;s moisture content and its ability to retain moisture, after only three weeks of use. Creams containing it have been shown to increase firmness by 42% over the course of 18 days.</p>
<p>If you have any problems with redness or inflammation, keratin is a &#8220;must have&#8221; for treating aging skin. It has been shown to inhibit inflammation and reduce redness in a very short period of time. Many people see an improvement after the first application.</p>
<p>Make no mistake about it; no one wants to look older! There are some things that we can do to look as good as possible, for as long as possible. Focus on eating right and improving your overall nutritional intake. But, remember that your skin needs nutrients, too. Think of treating aging skin as a health supplement. With nourishing moisturizers, that&#8217;s really what you have.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;d like to learn more about little known but clinically tested natural ingredients that are used for treating aging skin, visit my website today.</p>
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		<title>Why a Sports Bra is a Critical Part of Your Wardrobe</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:04:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It wasn&#8217;t all that long ago that a woman could get by on a few bras.. That is no longer the case. As we learn more about how wear and tear impacts breasts, new specialty bras have been developed. The sports bra has been around for some time and is a vital part to your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">It wasn&#8217;t all that long ago that a woman could get by on a few bras.. That is no longer the case. As we learn more about how wear and tear impacts breasts, new specialty bras have been developed. The sports bra has been around for some time and is a vital part to your wardrobe.</p>
<p>The first thing to understand about the sports bra is you don&#8217;t have to be running a marathon to need one. Any type of up and down motion where the breasts are going to be moving a lot will do the trick. When your breasts move repeatedly, they tend to stretch out which is a bad thing in the opinion of nearly every woman!  <span id="more-45"></span><br />
To understand the issue, we have to do a quick anatomy lesson. The breasts are primarily comprised of fat. This essentially creates two weighted masses on your chest. When you move up and down or side to side quickly, these weights move in a delayed manner that causes a lot of stress for the anchor mechanisms.</p>
<p>The anchor mechanisms are were we find the root of the problem. Your breasts are anchored to the core of the body by &#8220;Cooper&#8217;s ligaments&#8221;. Ligaments have a bad habit of stretching over time if put under stress via weight or weighted movement. In practical terms, this means that as your breasts move about, the ligaments are being put under stress and slowly stretching.</p>
<p>A sports bra works by minimizing the movement of the breast when you are in motion. If you think of a woman jogging in place without a bra, her breasts are going to be bouncing up and down, putting massive stress on the anchor of the breasts. A sports bra works by firmly holding the breast to the chest wall. Each breast is full encapsulated, so there is no room for spillage. The girls are also held up against the chest so that no forward and backwards movement is excessive.</p>
<p>As you might imagine, the average sports bra is not exactly the sexiest of undergarments. That&#8217;s okay because the purpose is to protect the breasts, not enhance an outfit. All and all, a sports bra can be a real savior for most women. Long term, the bra will keep you from suffering the excessive effects of gravity. Short term, it should eliminate any discomfort you might feel when building up a sweat. This alone makes it a critical part of your wardrobe.</p>
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		<title>Solving Herpes</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Herpes is a viral disease that &#8220;hides&#8221; mostly in fatty tissue that surrounds nerve cells and pathways. There are three classified types of herpes, although the first two below are the same virus found in different places.
Herpes Simplex 1: This is the most common, and it usually occurs on or around the lips, but it [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Herpes is a viral disease that &#8220;hides&#8221; mostly in fatty tissue that surrounds nerve cells and pathways. There are three classified types of herpes, although the first two below are the same virus found in different places.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Herpes Simplex 1: This is the most common, and it usually occurs on or around the lips, but it can occur anywhere on the body. It is often transmitted to other persons via kissing. <span id="more-44"></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Herpes Simplex 2: This is actually the same virus as #1 above, but is found generally on the genital regions, and is usually transmitted by sexual contact.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Herpes Zoster: Also known as &#8220;Shingles&#8221;, this can be the most painful of all. It is thought to be a &#8220;left-over&#8221; from chicken pox that lies dormant (or can) for many years and suddenly appears.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">All of these forms are generated to a large extent by stress as a major factor. However, there are several other factors involved. It&#8217;s important to understand these to prevent outbreaks.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The first two forms of Herpes Simplex require a certain balance of two amino acids to reproduce. These are Argenine and Lysine. If, and when, the Argenine level gets high, and the Lysine level gets low, Herpes comes out to play (reproduce).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">That&#8217;s when you first notice an itch that becomes a small reddened area with one or more very small pimples. Don&#8217;t kiss anyone or have sex without a condom (depending on the area of the Herpes outbreak) during this time. Herpes is spread by contact, and is very infectious.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">There is no cure for herpoid viruses to date. Herpes is estimated to affect 80 million people in America, and about 20% of the US population has genital Herpes</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">So, while we cannot cure it, we do have some control of outbreaks. If we keep the level of Lysine high, the conditions for reproduction are limited. (Another benefit of high Lysine levels is that it seems to help keep the heart healthy). It should be noted that this is not always that simple. Our diet is important. Sugar, chocolate, and nuts are high in Argenine, and many athletes use Argenine as strength building. Herpes is known as the Holiday disease, particularly at Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I&#8217;ve had genital Herpes for 60 years, and have never infected another person to my knowledge. I found out what I&#8217;m writing here, and have been careful about sex without a condom whenever I &#8220;itch&#8221;.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In later years, I&#8217;ve found that I require more Lysine than I did 40 years ago, when I discovered the Lysine/Argenine balance. I now take 1 pill (1000 mg) of Lysine per day, and still very occasionally get an outbreak.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Dealing with an outbreak</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In spite of &#8220;best intentions&#8221;, we humans fail. We overeat those foods that are high in Argenine, and we have stress almost constantly, so we will get outbreaks. There are different remedies available, some prescription, and some over-the-counter (OTC).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">First take care of the affected skin area. Keep the area dry and clean during outbreaks to help healing. Avoid physical contact with the area from the time of first noticing symptoms (typically tingling, itching, burning) until all sores are completely healed, not just scabbed-over. Until that time, you and your &#8220;discards&#8221; are highly infectious. The scabs and any other residue that is on your clothes is dangerous, and it&#8217;s possible to re-infect yourself and others.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Next, treat the outbreak carefully. Valtrex and similar ointments do help to dry up the infection quickly, but I found a simpler and cheaper way years ago. I simply wet an edge of a bar of ordinary soap, (or a drop of liquid soap) and rub it all over and around the affected area, coating it with a layer of soap. I also scratch the area, and break the small pimples before and while doing this. I wash my hands thoroughly after doing this, then let the soapy area dry before putting on clothes. Within a week or so, the tiny scabs are gone and the skin is &#8220;normal&#8221;.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">There are some that will disagree with this, but it&#8217;s been very effective for me, and many others I&#8217;ve advised. It&#8217;s cheap and avoids doctors and drugs. Some further advice - Latex condoms reduce your risk of spreading or getting herpes. Wash your hands with soap and water if you touch a sore.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">If you understand and follow these simple instructions, then Herpes Simplex isn&#8217;t that much of a problem.</p>
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		<title>Considering Laser Acne Treatments? Stop! Read This First</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:55:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Although teenagers are the ones who suffer most from acne, many adults can suffer from it too. Acne can consist of occasional unwanted outbreaks to chronic severe outbreaks. Along with acne often comes the unwanted side effect of scarring. Acne scars can last a lifetime and for some people, they are cosmetically significant enough to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Although teenagers are the ones who suffer most from acne, many adults can suffer from it too. Acne can consist of occasional unwanted outbreaks to chronic severe outbreaks. Along with acne often comes the unwanted side effect of scarring. Acne scars can last a lifetime and for some people, they are cosmetically significant enough to cause a loss of self esteem, psychological stress or even suicide.<span id="more-43"></span></p>
<p><em><strong>Acne Treatment Types: </strong></em></p>
<p>There are a number of treatments for acne on the market today. Some can be purchased over the counter, whereas others require a prescription. This includes topical bactericidals, topical and oral antibiotics, topical and oral retinoids, hormonal treatments and laser treatments. As antibiotics have become increasingly ineffective due to overuse, we are seeing an increase in acne laser treatments.<br />
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Acne Laser Treatments: </strong></em></p>
<p>More and more people are opting for acne laser treatments today to remove acne or acne scarring. People who are considering acne laser treatment, should keep in mind that this sort of treatment really should be considered as a last resort. Treatment of severe acne scars depends on their shape, depth, and location.</p>
<p>During laser resurfacing, a laser pen is held just above the acne or acne scar tissue. A concentrated beam of light is waved back and forth over the area, vaporizing the unwanted tissue and developing a new skin surface for growth. This is where the term laser resurfacing comes from. After the laser treatment, new collagen will form.</p>
<p><em><strong>Types of Acne Scars: </strong></em></p>
<p>There are a number of different types of acne scars and the type of scar as well as the severity can determine the type of laser treatment required.</p>
<p>Ice pick scars - Deep pits, most common acne scarring.</p>
<p>Box car scars - Angular scars similar to chickenpox scars.</p>
<p>Rolling scars - Scars that give the skin a wave-like appearance.</p>
<p>Hypertrophic scars - Thickened, or keloid scars.</p>
<p><em><strong>Associated Pain </strong></em></p>
<p>There is pain involved with acne laser treatments. Some people describe it like a rubber band being &#8220;snapped&#8221; against the skin. Deep laser treatments can often require anesthesia.</p>
<p><em><strong>Associated Cost: </strong></em></p>
<p>The cost of acne laser treatments depends on where you live, if multiple treatments are required and how much work is being done. A full face acne treatment is much more expensive then a treatment involving smaller sections of skin.</p>
<p><em><strong>What You Can Expect Afterwards: </strong></em></p>
<p>Make sure you plan for plenty of time off after your procedure. It isn&#8217;t unusual for a patient to experience both pain and swelling after an acne laser treatment. This can vary from person to person, but usually lasts for a week to ten days. During this time, the patient should not wear <em><strong>make up.</strong></em></p>
<p><em><strong>Doctor Consultation: </strong></em></p>
<p>If you are considering an acne procedure, you need to do your homework. Talk to a few different doctors; check prices and check patient reviews.</p>
<p>By keeping all of the above tips in mind, you should be able to make a much more informed decision about laser acne treatments. Keep in mind that this doesn&#8217;t guarantee your results, but it will increase your chance of a more positive outcome.</p>
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		<title>Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:55:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hair loss is a fact of life for many men - in fact there&#8217;s a 50 / 50 chance that if you are a man you will experience excessive hair loss as you grow older. And it&#8217;s not only men that are affected by hair loss, women and even some children can lose hair in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Hair loss is a fact of life for many men - in fact there&#8217;s a 50 / 50 chance that if you are a man you will experience excessive hair loss as you grow older. And it&#8217;s not only men that are affected by hair loss, women and even some children can lose hair in abnormal amounts as well. There can be many causes for hair loss but the most typical is simply the aging of your body.<span id="more-42"></span></p>
<p>While some people are not bothered by losing their hair, many others do not like the way it looks and would like to improve their appearance. Luckily, there are many ways to deal with thinning hair or hair loss. The variety of hair loss products on the market today make it possible to find the hair loss product that will work best for you.</p>
<p>One popular hair loss medication is Minoxidil, or Rogaine. This topical treatment, is applied to your head on a schedule set by your doctor. This medication slows hair loss and even promotes growth in some people. Unfortunately, it doesn&#8217;t work for everyone, plus it takes 2 to 4 months for results to show. It cannot treat a receding hairline, but is used for treating balding on the crown of the head. Minoxidil or Rogaine is approved for use by men or women.</p>
<p>Another hair loss medication is Propecia. This medicine is very similar to Rogaine, except that it is a pill which can take 12 months to show results. Propecia does not work for every one. With both Rogaine and Propecia, the results only last for as long as you take the medication. Once you stop taking it, our hair loss continues, so if you decide on either of these medications be aware you are making a long term commitment.</p>
<p>If you don&#8217;t want to take medicines for your hair loss there are other products that are much less expensive but provide a temporary solution. Hair volumizers are are aerosol products that thicken and cover bald spots. You may have seen them on TV, but the new ones today are much better than they used to be, and are much more durable and longer lasting.</p>
<p>Another product is hair-thickening fiber, which is a natural substance that binds to your hair to make it look thicker and bald spots much less noticeable. These have also improved over the years, and don&#8217;t stain, are considered safe and must be washed out.</p>
<p>Still another hair loss product is alopecia masking lotion. This product works by eliminating the contrast between your hair and your scalp. It is basically camouflage for your hair.</p>
<p>Last, but not least, there are a number of vitamins such as Shen Min, which is a Chinese herb made from the eastern wild rose, which is said to help with baldness, and a whole range of other vitamins that make similar claims.</p>
<p>No matter which solution you choose, hair loss experts agree that it is important to act upon hair loss when you first see it. We are born with a finite amount of hair follicles, and when they die out from male or female pattern baldness, it is impossible to get them back. So acting fast can ensure that the dormant or damaged hair follicles are treated properly.</p>
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