Daily Health Advices

The sore throat is a fairly common nuisance causing us itching, burning and irritation when swallowing saliva. In most cases discomfort in the throat made worse by the morning and improve with the passage of days.

In the same way that some illnesses such as colds and flu, sore throat are due to a viral infection common, though often not regarded as a disease can be very painful and cause many problems.

There are different kinds of sore throats, each characteristic of a particular virus. Some virus develop blisters in the throat that cause pain when swallowing and a very strong itching.

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Adam and Eve were expelled from Paradise by the temptation of the forbidden apple. Isaac Newton formulated his Law of Universal Gravitation after this fruit will impact directly on his head. And now you will be turned into a much more healthy if you get used to eat at least one apple every day.

The apple is one of the healthiest fruits, since it brings us many nutrients, vitamins and minerals essential for health. Its antioxidant properties make it a great shield that protects us from the most feared diseases. To make matters worse, a fruit is available, which is surely in the refrigerator in your kitchen, delicious and we can consume in different versions: red, green, skin, peeled, apple juice, applesauce or cider as choice.

Before discovering the many benefits that give us this small but powerful fruit, know a bit more about it. The apple is a fruit that is born pomaceous apple tree. Its popularity is that it is one of the most cultivated fruit in the world: in 2005 there were 55 million tons! We also have 7500 varieties of apples to taste, all originating in areas of temperate or subtropical.

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Dietary fiber is the part of food that is neither digested nor absorbed by our bodies because we lack the enzymes needed for digestion.

Fiber is a complex mixture of substances of different nature such as cellulose, hemicellulose, pectins, gums, mucilages, alginates, resistant starch and lignin, among others.

It remains paradoxical that fiber, a substance that has been underrated for years now occupies a prominent place in our diet.

However, the results of numerous scientific studies demonstrate its indisputable role in the regulation of intestinal function and are essential in any healthy balanced diet.

Grapefruits help fight ‘gum disease’, more common among smokers. Apparently, the snuff reduces the amount of vitamin C in the blood, which triggers the said ailment.

However, German scientists have discovered that eating two grapefruits a day for a two-week period results in significant benefits.

The grapefruit are citrus fruits rich in vitamin C. According to experts, this vitamin helps healing. (more…)

Children are more prone to motion sickness than adults. Antihistamines may help in preventing or relieving motion sickness, but can cause somnolence (side effect sometimes desired to have a smooth ride).

If your child suffers from dizziness, consult your pediatrician to drugs may be most appropriate for him. (more…)

Many people have bleeding gums, sometimes with ease, spontaneously or while brushing your teeth. The blood in the gums is a symptom that indicates that your gums are not healthy and can be a sign of the presence of periodontal disease or peritonitis.

Although usually gums that bleed do not usually indicate the presence of serious disease, persistent bleeding gums in a few cases when it may be due to major medical conditions such as leukemia and bleeding and platelet disorders. (more…)

Gene doping, in addition to cheating, it can be dangerous, as this has been proven over time in those athletes who used banned substances. The genetic alteration is considered highly risky and experimental, and nobody knows what consequences might be.

WADA is well aware of the potential of genetically modified athletes, said Dr. Theodore Friedmann, director of gene therapy program at the University of California at San Diego and chairman of gene doping panel of that agency in Montreal.

As gene therapy is being used to cure some diseases, some coaches and invite or require their athletes to receive such treatment.

In hundreds of laboratories worldwide research, especially in animals, how genes or their expression could be altered to treat disease. Among the techniques is the introduction of new genes into cells using a virus as a vector or even the use of drugs to change the way genes work.

But wonder how athletes can benefit from these techniques, since gene therapy can improve performance by increasing red blood cell production, increase muscle mass, manipulating the production or use of metabolic energy, or alter the metabolism of fat or the perception of pain.

So this new technique used as doping, in addition to steroids, EPO and growth hormone.

Researchers warn that anti-doping issues of genetic engineering may soon become a way difficult to detect for athletes who cheat to improve their performance.

Each is developing a major sports event like the Olympic Games doubts arise clean athletes in their struggle for medals. The race between doping and the struggle to discover and is aged and has evolved from the chemical to natural.

In the middle of winter Olympics just scientists warn of a new kind of performance-enhancing agents with procedures difficult to detect. Some researchers want to know if genes can be modified to improve strength or muscle mass, to accelerate healing of injuries or to alter the perception of pain.

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They promise quick cures and easy solutions to all kinds of conditions, from obesity and cancer to AIDS and Alzheimer’s disease. They can range from herbal supplements to untested devices and health-related treatments.

But consumers who buy some of these products can only lose their money. These products can even cause serious damage to health, and many of them can be expensive for the patient because health insurance rarely covers expenses.

Here are some suggestions to identify potential fraudulent products.

Beware:

Products that claim to cure all or a wide variety of ailments. For example: “It is extremely beneficial for the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis, infections, prostate problems, ulcers, cancer, heart problems, hardening of the arteries and more.”

Statements that suggest the product can treat or cure disease. For example: “shrinks tumors” or “cures impotency.”

Promotions that use words like “scientific breakthrough,” “miraculous cure,” “exclusive product,” “secret ingredient” or “ancient remedy.” For example: “A revolutionary innovation made by using proven principles of medical science based on natural health.”

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Know that there are foods that can ease the pain of course, also are useful to reduce inflammation. In addition to the popular painkillers, which often end up irritating your stomach, there are other products in your kitchen that can relieve you.

- The extra virgin olive oil contains oleocanthal, which is a natural anti-inflammatory that has effects similar to ibuprofen. If you eat it with potatoes, pasta salads and feel the results.

- Cottage cheese, rich in amino acids that work to reduce the damage and muscle pains after exercise. If you mix with fruit such as blackberries, walnuts and a tablespoon of honey maple, as well as delicious is nutritious, not fattening and you get well.

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