August 7th, 2008
You know that your metabolism is related to your weight. But how do you know?
The popular belief claims that poor people have a fast metabolism and overweight people have a slow metabolism. Yet this is not always the case. The metabolism alone does not determine your weight.
The weight depends, rather, the difference between the calories absorbed and burned. Take more calories than you take necessary and weight. Take less and you migraines. The metabolism is an engine that burns calories and manages energy you need. In summary, the metabolism is the process by which your body converts calories into energy. During this biochemical process, calories - carbohydrates, fats and proteins - are combined with oxygen to release the energy needed for the body for its operation.
The number of calories your body burns each day is called “the total expenditure of energy.” Even when your body is at rest, it needs a minimum daily energy to ensure the effective functioning including your respiratory system, blood circulation, the nervous system, and so on.
The calories required for these vital activities of the body form the basic metabolic rate (TMB). Nearly 70% of calories spent each day are the TMB of a person. The energy needed for these vital activities is fairly constant and can not be changed easily. Digestion, absorption, transports and storage of food also requires calories. This equates to 10% of calories spent each day. Most of the energy required to process the food is also relatively fixed. Physical activity - like playing tennis, walking, walking dogs or other movements - the rest burns calories used. You control the amount of calories burned depending on the frequency, duration and intensity of your activities.
It may seem logical to assume that most of the time, overweight is linked to a slower metabolism or a possible under-activity of the thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). Actually, it is very rare that it is linked to a slower metabolism. And most overweight people are not sick, they do not have hypothyroidism. However, a medical examination can determine whether a medical condition influence your weight.
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July 17th, 2008
The most common form of hair loss among men is male pattern baldness. Although day-to-day hair loss is quite normal, male pattern baldness can be most frustrating. It causes dramatic effects on the self confidence and self image of men.
Male pattern baldness is mainly hereditary in nature. It passes from one generation to another. However, some other factors such as your living conditions and environmental factors also play their part in boosting male pattern baldness.
Men with pattern baldness got some medical hope when a new prescription drug, Propecia was approved. It is available in the UK by prescription. If you want to buy Propecia in the UK, then you need to do a consultation with your GP who may or may not issue a prescription, which allows you to buy it.
The doctor checks your suitability for Propecia, as some men may feel allergic to its ingredients. Like all prescription drugs, Propecia can also cause some side effects. So, you must do a thorough medical consultation to foresee any reactions that might occur due to your intake of this hair loss treatment.
Propecia online
This once daily treatment pill for male pattern baldness is easily available online. All you need to ensure is that your selected online source is trustworthy with a reputation in the market. These days, frauds on the internet are quite common, so you need to be watchful.
The process to buy Propecia online is quite simple and can be done in few steps. You need to do an online consultation for obtaining a valid prescription. If the online doctor approves Propecia for your hair loss problem, then you can easily place an order to buy Propecia with your selected online source. The recommended pack of Propecia is delivered to your address by the online source in discreet packaging.
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July 11th, 2008
Children can find it difficult to cope with strange surroundings, unfamiliar people and different routines, and having an operation can be a frightening and bewildering experience. There are many ways of making a child’s stay in hospital a less traumatic experience, especially if the surgery is planned in advance rather than as an emergency operation. If the parents and child are well informed and relaxed about a hospital stay, then it is more likely the child will recover quickly, thereby reducing the length of hospital stay.
Where possible, children should visit the ward with their parents before being admitted. This gives them an opportunity to meet some of the staff and get to know the ward layout. Often, children are given a theatre hat and mask to take home so that they can become more familiar with theatre uniforms. There are also good books available on preparing for an operation or a hospital stay, which can help parents to explain to children what, will happen. It is also worth involving children in the process of packing a bag or suitcase to take to hospital. Include some favorite toys and books so that they have some familiar items. There is usually a parents’ room for parents to stay in while their child is in hospital. It is worth enquiring about this in advance, preferably at the first visit, to ensure that it will be available. Parents are usually encouraged to stay with children until they are taken to the theatre for the operation, and may accompany them to the anesthetic room.
Children react differently to being in hospital. Some feel safe and secure as long as their parents are there, while others can take it very badly. A child may suffer nightmares, throw tantrums or cry a lot more than usual, even after returning home. This is a common reaction, and it could take several months for the child’s behavior to return to normal. Children who are frightened often behave badly, so it is important that they feel supported and comforted. It is useful for parents and the hospital staff to explain what children should expect and what is going to happen at all stages of the hospital stay, so that they remain informed and feel prepared.
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June 30th, 2008
Healthy gum forms a tight seal around the base of the crown of a tooth and protects the sensitive root area below from bacterial infection and corrosion. If the gums are damaged or form pockets, the teeth are more likely to decay. Most gum disorders are caused by plaque (a deposit of food particles, mucus and bacteria on the surfaces of the teeth) and can be prevented by good oral hygiene.
Most adults have some degree of gum disease which, if left untreated, may eventually lead to loss of teeth. Good oral hygiene is essential to help prevent gum disorders. During regular dental check-ups, most dentists and oral hygienists provide information on the correct way to brush and floss teeth and on general mouth care.
Gingivitis and periodontitis, both of which can lead to loosening and loss of teeth, are caused, in the main, by poor oral hygiene. Inadequate teeth cleaning leads to build-up of plaque on the teeth. If the plaque is not removed, it causes the gums to become inflamed (gingivitis). In more serious cases, pockets form in which bacteria can erode tooth enamel and cause tooth decay and inflammation of the bony membrane around the tooth (periodontitis). The teeth may be affected and loosen or come out, either because the periodontal tissues are inflamed and detach from the teeth or because the gums recede, exposing the roots and leading to tooth decay.
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June 21st, 2008
People whose diet is high in saturated fats and who smoke and lead a sedentary lifestyle are especially at risk.
The arteries that nourish the heart are very tiny, so they are particularly susceptible to blockages, which can lead to a heart attack. These blockages are the result of atherosclerosis – the buildup of fatty deposits within the artery walls.
In some cases, drug treatment, combined with taking regular exercise and a change of diet, might be sufficient to control or halt the progress of the disease. But sometimes you may need surgery to prolong or even save your life. A number of surgical procedures might be performed, including coronary artery bypass, valve replacement and heart transplant.
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June 9th, 2008
Problem of the eye, affecting parts such as the retina or macula can produce a variety of sight defects. Eye disorders can be due to problems affecting the veins and arteries within the eye, or deterioration of the ophthalmic nerve or they may be caused by high blood pressure or diabetes. They are also often part of the ageing process that affects the retina and ocular tissues.
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June 6th, 2008
This disorder, properly known as diabetes mellitus, is causes by an excess of glucose in the blood due to the reduced effectiveness or lack of insulin. There are two types of diabetes mellitus: insulin dependent, which usually occurs in people under the age of 35; and non insulin dependent, which develop mainly in people over 40.
Symptoms:
Feeling thirsty with the need to urinate frequently.
• Craving sugary foods.
• Weight change (up and down).
• Fatigue
• Slow healing of infections.
• Problem with vision.
• Poor circulation, pins and needles in the hands and feet impotence.
Insulin-dependent diabetes; occurs when the insulin producing cells in the pancreas are destroyed, probably as an immune response during a viral illness, so there is a complete lack of insulin. It tends to occur in children and adolescents, the onset worsening swiftly over several days to a serious illness.
Non-insulin dependent; diabetes is effectively the result of exhaustion of the pancreatic cells that produced insulin, or of the inability of the body to use insulin properly. Those most at risk are obese people over the age of 40, with a family history of diabetes but as obesity in younger people increases, it is becoming more common at an earlier age.
Drugs are used to stimulate increased production of effectiveness of insulin, or diet is advised to reduce the need for insulin by the rest of the body. Sometimes, however, non-insulin dependent diabetes becomes so difficult to control with tablets that insulin injections are required.
Diabetes mellitus tends to run in families.
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