Health Pro Reviews

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age calculator

2023-06-22T20:16:00.025+05:00

Chinese Lunar Age Calculator

Chinese Lunar Age Result

The age calculator takes the user's birthdate as input. When the "Calculate" button is clicked, the Calculate Age function is called. This function retrieves the birthdate value and compares it with the date of the Chinese New Year for the current year. The lunar age is calculated by subtracting the birth year from the current year and adding 1 to account for being one year old at the time of birth. If the birthdate is before the Chinese New Year (either in the previous month or falls within one year before the Chinese New Year), an additional year is added to the lunar age to account for being two years old before the Chinese New Year. The result is displayed in the "Chinese Lunar Age Result" section. Please note that this code assumes the Chinese New Year falls in February. The calculation of the Chinese New Year date may vary in certain cases, and it is always recommended to consult specialized algorithms or lunar calendar experts for precise Chinese lunar age calculations.

Due date Calculator

2023-06-21T00:14:00.003+05:00

Due Date Calculator

Due Date Results

Ovulation calculator

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Ovulation Calculator

Ovulation Results

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Chinese baby gender prediction calendar 2020 2021 Latest, Updated and ...

2021-06-13T18:18:00.001+05:00

Chinese baby gender prediction calendar 2021 Latest, Updated and Brief...

2021-03-23T23:00:00.003+05:00

2021 to 2022 Chinese Gender Prediction Calendar

Use our latest and updated Chinese baby gender prediction calendar for the year 2021 and 2022 to predict or plane the gender of your unborn baby.

Our Chinese baby calendar/chart has solved the problem of our users calculating their age and conception date accurately according to the Chinese lunar calendar using the western calendar system.

Our Chinese baby gender prediction calendar is very easy to use and has a higher success rate as compared to other calendars.

Making of trending Dalgona coffee at home during pandemic Corona COVID-19 situation

2020-04-06T20:02:00.000+05:00

Dalgona Coffee is a cold latte drink that comes with a velvety smooth and sweet coffee foam on top. The combination of cold milk and the bittersweet coffee is simply a match made in heaven. And the best part is that you can make it without any special machines – all you need is some arm muscle and patience.

Dalgona Coffee with candy

Dalgona Coffee is the latest big trend in Korea – especially in these strange times of so many being quarantined at home due to the Coronavirus epidemic. I even watched a video of a Korean grandma trying to make the foam with just a spoon… lol.. and she was not happy because it was taking so looong..

Now, why is it called Dalgona Coffee?? The sweet and bitter taste of the coffee foam has is very similar to Dalgona, and the color too – hence the name. I think it’s a perfect drink for people who miss going to coffee shops and also who have some extra time on their hands. Make this and it will definitely put a smile on your face

Causes and Risks factors of Female infertility

2019-09-09T15:25:00.000+05:00

Causes of Female infertility

Most causes of female infertility are caused by problems with ovulation. Without ovulation, there are no eggs to be fertilized. Some signs that a woman is not ovulating normally include irregular or absent menstrual periods.

Ovulation problems are often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a hormone imbalance problem which can interfere with normal ovulation. PCOS is the most common cause of female infertility. Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) is another cause of ovulation problems. POI occurs when a woman's ovaries stop working normally before she is 40. POI is not the same as early menopause.

Less common causes of fertility problems in women include:

Blocked fallopian tubes due to pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, or surgery for an ectopic pregnancy

Physical problems with the uterus

Uterine fibroids, which are non-cancerous clumps of tissue and muscle on the walls of the uterus.

What things increase a woman's risk of infertility?

Many things can change a woman's ability to have a baby. These include:

Smoking

Excess alcohol use

Stress

Poor diet

Athletic training

Being overweight or underweight

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Health problems that cause hormonal changes, such as polycystic ovarian syndrome and primary ovarian insufficiency

How does age affect a woman's ability to have children?

Many women are waiting until their 30s and 40s to have children. In fact, about 20 percent of women in the United States now have their first child after age 35. So age is a growing cause of fertility problems. About one-third of couples in which the woman is over 35 have fertility problems.

Aging decreases a woman's chances of having a baby in the following ways:

Her ovaries become less able to release eggs

She has a smaller number of eggs left

Her eggs are not as healthy

She is more likely to have health conditions that can cause fertility problems

She is more likely to have a miscarriage

How long should women try to get pregnant before calling their doctors?

Most experts suggest at least one year. Women 35 or older should see their doctors after six months of trying. A woman's chances of having a baby decrease rapidly every year after the age of 30.

Some health problems also increase the risk of infertility. So, women should talk to their doctors if they have:

Irregular periods or no menstrual periods

Very painful periods

Endometriosis

Pelvic inflammatory disease

More than one miscarriage

It is a good idea for any woman to talk to a doctor before trying to get pregnant. Doctors can help you get your body ready for a healthy baby. They can also answer questions on fertility and give tips on conceiving.

Blueberry, Honeydew and Mango Salad with Lime-Ginger

2019-09-09T12:00:00.004+05:00

Blueberry, Honeydew and Mango Salad with Lime-Ginger

Ingredients

1 cup Lime juice (Fresh)

1 tbsp lime zest (with 4 lime grated)

1 pinch Salt (Table)

2 cup Honeydew melon (1/2 of small size, Seeds and peel removed, cut into 1-inch pieces)

1/4 cup Sugar (Grated)

1 tbsp Ginger (Fresh, peel and grated about a 1-inch piece)

1 tbsp Lemon juice (Fresh)

2 cup Mangoes (peeled and pitted, About 1/2 inch pieces)

1 Pint Blueberries (Fresh)

How to Make

Take a non-reactive Pan of heavy base, Boil gently the lime juice, sugar, and salt on medium-high heat for about 15 minutes until thickened like syrup reduced to 1/4 cup of honey color.

Remove the pan from the heat and mix the lime zest, ginger, and lemon juice.

Let the mixture sit and steep for 5 minutes. Strain the mixture with a fine strainer.

Mix the honeydew, mangoes, and blueberries in a medium bowl.

Put the warm dressing over, mix and serve at room temperature or wrap it with plastic cover, refrigerate about 4 hours and served if you like chilled.

Blueberry vinegar can also be used for dressing,

The recipe looks very simple but it has a great taste, you must try it out. A very delicious summer recipe.

What is depression? types, causes, signs and treatment

2019-09-09T03:22:00.000+05:00

What is depression?

Life is full of ups and downs. But when the down times last for weeks or months at a time or keep you from your regular activities, you may be suffering from depression. Depression is a medical illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts. It affects the way you eat and sleep, the way you feel about yourself, and the way you think about things and is different from feeling "blue" or down for a few hours or a couple of days. It is not a condition that can be willed or wished away.

What are the different types of depression?

Different kinds of depression include:

Major depressive disorder. Also called major depression, this is a combination of symptoms that hurt a person's ability to work, sleep, study, eat, and enjoy hobbies.

Dysthymic (diss-TIME-ic) disorder. Also called dysthymia, this kind of depression lasts for a long time (two years or longer). The symptoms are less severe than major depression but can prevent you from living normally or feeling well.

Some kinds of depression show slightly different symptoms than those described above. Some may start after a particular event. However, not all scientists agree on how to label and define these forms of depression. They include:

Psychotic depression, which occurs when a severe depressive illness happens with some form of psychosis, such as a break with reality, hallucinations, and delusions.

Postpartum depression, which is diagnosed if a new mother has a major depressive episode within one month after delivery.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), which is a depression during the winter months, when there is less natural sunlight.

What causes depression?

There is no single cause of depression. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening for depression for everyone, regardless of their risk factors. But certain things can raise a woman's risk for depression:

Genetics (family history) – If a woman has a family history of depression, she may be more at risk of developing it herself. However, depression may also occur in women who don't have a family history of depression.

Chemical imbalance – The brains of people with depression look different than those who don't have depression. Also, the parts of the brain that manage your mood, thoughts, sleep, appetite, and behavior don't have the right balance of chemicals.

Hormonal factors – Menstrual cycle changes, pregnancy, miscarriage, postpartum period, perimenopause, and menopause may all cause a woman to develop depression.

Stress – Stressful life events such as trauma, loss of a loved one, a bad relationship, work responsibilities, caring for children and aging parents, abuse, and poverty may trigger depression in some people.

Medical illness – Dealing with serious medical illnesses like stroke, heart attack, or cancer can lead to depression.

What are the signs of depression?

Not all people with depression have the same symptoms. Some people might only have a few, and others a lot. How often symptoms occur, and how long they last, is different for each person. Symptoms of depression include:

Feeling sad, anxious, or "empty"

Feeling hopeless

Loss of interest in hobbies and activities that you once enjoyed

Decreased energy

Difficulty staying focused, remembering, making decisions

Sleeplessness, early morning awakening, or oversleeping and not wanting to get up

No desire to eat and weight loss or eating to "feel better" and weight gain

Thoughts of hurting yourself

Thoughts of death or suicide

Easily annoyed, bothered, or angered

Constant physical symptoms that do not get better with treatment, such as headaches, upset stomach, and pain that doesn't go away.

I think I may have depression. How can I get help?

Below are some people and places that can help you get treatment.

Family doctor

Counselors or social workers

Family service, social service agencies, or clergy person

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Psychologists and psychiatrists

If you are unsure where to go for help, check the Yellow Pages under mental health, health, social services, suicide prevention, crisis intervention services, hotlines, hospitals, or physicians for phone numbers and addresses.

What if I have thoughts of hurting myself?

Depression can make you think about hurting yourself or suicide. You may hurt yourself to:

Take away emotional pain and distress

Avoid, distract from, or hold back strong feelings

Try to feel better

Stop a painful memory or thought

Punish yourself

Release or express anger that you're afraid to express to others

Yet, hurting yourself does just that — it hurts you. If you are thinking about hurting or even killing yourself, please ask for help! Call 911, 800-273-TALK (8255) or 800-SUICIDE, or check-in your phone book for the number of a suicide crisis center. The centers offer experts who can help callers talk through their problems and develop a plan of action. These hotlines can also tell you where to go for more help in person. You also can talk with a family member you trust, a clergy person, or a doctor. There is nothing wrong with asking for help — everyone needs help sometimes.

You might feel like your pain is too overwhelming to cope with, but those times don't last forever. People do make it through suicidal thoughts. If you can't find someone to talk with, write down your thoughts. Try to remember and write down the things you are grateful for. List the people who are your friends and family, and care for you. Write about your hopes for the future. Read what you have written when you need to remind yourself that your life is IMPORTANT!

How is depression found and treated?

Most people with depression get better when they get treatment.

The first step to getting the right treatment is to see a doctor. Certain medicines, and some medical conditions (such as viruses or a thyroid disorder), can cause the same symptoms as depression. Also, it is important to rule out depression that is associated with another mental illness called bipolar disorder. A doctor can rule out these possibilities with a physical exam, asking questions, and/or lab tests, depending on the medical condition. If a medical condition and bipolar disorder can be ruled out, the doctor should conduct a psychological exam or send the person to a mental health professional.

Once identified, depression almost always can be treated with:

Therapy

Medicine called antidepressants

Both therapy and medicine

Some people with milder forms of depression do well with therapy alone. Others with moderate to severe depression might benefit from antidepressants. It may take a few weeks or months before you begin to feel a change in your mood. Some people do best with both treatments — therapy and antidepressants.

Should I stop taking my antidepressant while I am pregnant?

The decision of whether or not to stay on medications is a hard one. You should talk to your doctor. Medication taken during pregnancy does reach the fetus. In rare cases, some antidepressants have been associated with breathing and heart problems in newborns, as well as jitteriness, difficulty feeding, and low blood sugar after delivery. However, moms who stop medications can be at high risk of their depression coming back.

Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking antidepressants during pregnancy. Your doctor can help you decide what is best for you and your baby. In some cases, a woman and her doctor may decide to slowly lower her antidepressant dose during the last month of pregnancy. Doing so can help the newborn suffer from fewer withdrawal symptoms. After delivery, a woman can return to a full dose. This can help her feel better during the postpartum period when the risk of depression can be greater.

Should I stop taking my antidepressant while breastfeeding?

If you stopped taking your medication during pregnancy, you may need to begin taking it again after the baby is born. Be aware that because your medication can be passed into your breast milk, breastfeeding may pose some risk for a nursing infant.

What are SSRIs?

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a kind of antidepressant for treating depression and anxiety disorders.

However, a number of research studies show that certain antidepressants, such as some of the SSRIs (see box at right) have been used relatively safely during breastfeeding. You should discuss with your doctor whether breastfeeding is an option or whether you should plan to feed your baby formula. Although breastfeeding has some advantages for your baby, most importantly, as a mother, you need to stay healthy so you can take care of your baby.

Before taking medication for an anxiety disorder:

Ask your doctor to tell you about the effects and side effects of the drug.

Tell your doctor about any alternative therapies or over-the-counter medications you are using.

Ask your doctor when and how the medication should be stopped. Some drugs can't be stopped abruptly but must be tapered off slowly under a doctor's supervision.

Work with your doctor to determine which medication is right for you and what dosage is best.

Be aware that some medications are effective only if they are taken regularly and those symptoms may come back if the medication is stopped.

Is it safe for young adults to take antidepressants?

It may be safe for young people to be treated with antidepressants. However, drug companies who make antidepressants are required to post a "black box" warning label on the medication. A "black box" warning is the most serious type of warning on prescription drugs.

It may be possible that antidepressants make children, adolescents, and young adults more likely to think about suicide or commit suicide. In 2007, the FDA said that makers of all antidepressant medications should extend the warning to include young adults up through age 24.

The warning says that patients of all ages taking antidepressants should be watched closely, especially during the first weeks of treatment. Possible side effects to look for are worsening depression, suicidal thinking or behavior, or any unusual changes in behavior such as sleeplessness, agitation, or withdrawal from normal social situations. Families and caregivers should pay close attention to the patient, and report any changes in behavior to the patient's doctor.

Can I take St. John's wort to treat depression?

St. John's wort is a plant with yellow flowers that has been used for centuries for health purposes, including depression and anxiety. However, research studies from the National Institutes of Health found that St. John's wort was not effective in treating major depression.

Other research shows that St. John's wort can make some medicines not work or that it can cause dangerous side effects. The herb appears to interfere with certain drugs used to treat heart disease, HIV, depression, seizures, certain cancers, and organ transplant rejection. The herb may also make birth control pills not work as well. Because of this, people should always consult their doctors before taking any herbal supplement.

St. John's wort is not a proven therapy for depression. If depression is not treated the right way, it can become severe and, in some cases, maybe linked with suicide.

How can I help myself if I am depressed?

You may feel exhausted, helpless, and hopeless. It may be very hard to do anything to help yourself. But it is important to realize that these feelings are part of the depression and do not reflect real life. As you understand your depression and begin treatment, negative thinking will fade. In the meantime:

Engage in mild activity or exercise. Go to a movie, a ballgame, or another event or activity that you once enjoyed. Participate in religious, social, or other activities.

Set realistic goals for yourself.

Break up large tasks into small ones, set some priorities and do what you can as you can.

Try to spend time with other people and confide in a trusted friend or relative. Try not to isolate yourself, and let others help you.

Expect your mood to improve gradually, not immediately. Do not expect to suddenly "snap out of" your depression. Often during treatment for depression, sleep and appetite will begin to improve before your depressed mood lifts.

Postpone important decisions, such as getting married or divorced or changing jobs, until you feel better. Discuss decisions with others who know you well and have a more objective view of your situation.

Be confident that positive thinking will replace negative thoughts as your depression responds to treatment.

Desert Salad Healthy Recipe

2019-09-07T21:05:00.000+05:00

Desert Salad

Desert Salad Ingredients:-

1/2 cup Cabbage

1/2 cup Carrots

1/2 cup Raisins

1 cup Mix Fruits

1 pkt Sweet strawberry dessert

1/2 cup Cream Desert

6-8 Strawberry

Method

Mix cabbage, carrots, raisins, mix fruits, sweet strawberry, and cream dessert

Put the mixture in the fridge for cooling

Add the strawberry to garnish and serve.

Russian salad delicious recipe

2019-09-07T04:48:00.000+05:00

Russian salad Ingredients

01 Cabbage

03 Boiled Carrot

03 Boiled Potatoes

01 Cucumber

01 Cup Boiled Peas

03 Apple

01 Tin Pineapple Cubes

01 Tbsp White pepper

1/2 Tbsp Sugar

01 Cup Fresh cream

01 Bottle Mayunyz (Medium)

1/2 Cup Raisins

Salt: As per taste

Making Directions

Get cabbage chopped, boiled carrots chopped into small pieces, cut potatoes into square pieces, boiled peas, cut the apple into thin square pieces, pineapple cubes, and finely chopped cucumbers, put together in a large bowl and mix well.

Then mix the white pepper, little salt, sugar, fresh cream, a medium bottle of mix mayunyz into above-mixed ingredients and refrigerate to cool.

In the last, Put on the baked raisins.

Salad will be more delicious as it gets cooler.

infertility, a common problem of women

2019-09-07T00:27:00.000+05:00

What is infertility?

Infertility means not being able to get pregnant after one year of trying (or six months if a woman is 35 or older). Women who can get pregnant but are unable to stay pregnant may also be infertile.

Pregnancy is the result of a process that has many steps. To get pregnant:

A woman's body must release an egg from one of her ovaries (ovulation).

The egg must go through a Fallopian tube toward the uterus (womb).

A man's sperm must join with (fertilize) the egg along the way.

The fertilized egg must attach to the inside of the uterus (implantation).

Infertility can happen if there are problems with any of these steps.

Is infertility a common problem?

Yes. About 10 percent of women (6.1 million) in the United States ages 15-44 have difficulty getting pregnant or staying pregnant, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Is infertility just a woman's problem?

No, infertility is not always a woman's problem. Both women and men can have problems that cause infertility. About one-third of infertility cases are caused by women's problems. Another one-third of fertility problems are due to the man. The other cases are caused by a mixture of male and female problems or by unknown problems.

What causes infertility in men?

Infertility in men is most often caused by:

A problem called varicocele (VAIR-ih-koh-seel). This happens when the veins on a man's testicle(s) are too large. This heats the testicles. The heat can affect the number or shape of the sperm.

Other factors that cause a man to make too few sperm or none at all.

Movement of the sperm. This may be caused by the shape of the sperm. Sometimes injuries or other damage to the reproductive system block the sperm.

Sometimes a man is born with the problems that affect his sperm. Other times problems start later in life due to illness or injury. For example, cystic fibrosis often causes infertility in men.

What increases a man's risk of infertility?

A man's sperm can be changed by his overall health and lifestyle. Some things that may reduce the health or number of sperm include:

Heavy alcohol use

Drugs

Smoking cigarettes

Environmental toxins, including pesticides and lead

Health problems such as mumps, serious conditions like kidney disease, or hormone problems

Medicines

Radiation treatment and chemotherapy for cancer

What causes infertility in women?

Most cases of female infertility are caused by problems with ovulation. Without ovulation, there are no eggs to be fertilized. Some signs that a woman is not ovulating normally include irregular or absent menstrual periods.

Less common causes of fertility problems in women include:

Blocked fallopian tubes due to pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, or surgery for an ectopic pregnancy

Physical problems with the uterus

Uterine fibroids, which are non-cancerous clumps of tissue and muscle on the walls of the uterus.

What things increase a woman's risk of infertility?

Many things can change a woman's ability to have a baby. These include:

Smoking

Excess alcohol use

Stress

Poor diet

Athletic training

Being overweight or underweight

Sexually transmitted infections (stis)

Health problems that cause hormonal changes, such as polycystic ovarian syndrome and primary ovarian insufficiency

How does age affect a woman's ability to have children?

Aging decreases a woman's chances of having a baby in the following ways:

Her ovaries become less able to release eggs

She has a smaller number of eggs left

Her eggs are not as healthy

She is more likely to have health conditions that can cause fertility problems

She is more likely to have a miscarriage

How long should women try to get pregnant before calling their doctors?

Most experts suggest at least one year. Women 35 or older should see their doctors after six months of trying. A woman's chances of having a baby decrease rapidly every year after the age of 30.

Some health problems also increase the risk of infertility. So, women should talk to their doctors if they have:

Irregular periods or no menstrual periods

Very painful periods

Endometriosis

Pelvic inflammatory disease

More than one miscarriage

How will doctors find out if a woman and her partner have fertility problems?

Doctors will do an infertility checkup. This involves a physical exam. The doctor will also ask for both partners' health and sexual histories. Sometimes this can find the problem. However, most of the time, the doctor will need to do more tests.

In men, doctors usually begin by testing the semen. They look at the number, shape, and movement of the sperm. Sometimes doctors also suggest testing the level of a man's hormones.

In women, the first step is to find out if she is ovulating each month. There are a few ways to do this. A woman can track her ovulation at home by:

Writing down changes in her morning body temperature for several months

Writing down how her cervical mucus looks for several months

Using a home ovulation test kit (available at drug or grocery stores)

Doctors can also check ovulation with blood tests. Or they can do an ultrasound of the ovaries. If ovulation is normal, there are other fertility tests available.

Some common tests of fertility in women include:

Hysterosalpingography (HIS-tur-oh-sal-ping-GOGH-ru-fee): This is an x-ray of the uterus and fallopian tubes. Doctors inject a special dye into the uterus through the vagina. This dye shows up in the x-ray. Doctors can then watch to see if the dye moves freely through the uterus and fallopian tubes. This can help them find physical blocks that may be causing infertility. Blocks in the system can keep the egg from moving from the fallopian tube to the uterus. A block could also keep the sperm from reaching the egg.

Laparoscopy (lap-uh-ROS-kuh-pee): A minor surgery to see inside the abdomen. The doctor does this with a small tool with a light called a laparoscope (LAP-uh-roh-skohp). She or he makes a small cut in the lower abdomen and inserts the laparoscope. With the laparoscope, the doctor can check the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and uterus for disease and physical problems. Doctors can usually find scarring and endometriosis by laparoscopy.

Finding the cause of infertility can be a long and emotional process. It may take time to complete all the needed tests. So don't worry if the problem is not found right away.

How do doctors treat infertility?

Infertility can be treated with medicine, surgery, artificial insemination, or assisted reproductive technology. Many times these treatments are combined. In most cases, infertility is treated with drugs or surgery.

Doctors recommend specific treatments for infertility based on:

Test results

How long the couple has been trying to get pregnant

The age of both the man and woman

The overall health of the partners

Preference of the partners

Doctors often treat infertility in men in the following ways:

Sexual problems: Doctors can help men deal with impotence or premature ejaculation. Behavioral therapy and/or medicines can be used in these cases.

Too few sperm: Sometimes surgery can correct the cause of the problem. In other cases, doctors surgically remove sperm directly from the male reproductive tract. Antibiotics can also be used to clear up infections affecting sperm count.

Sperm movement: Sometimes semen has no sperm because of a block in the man's system. In some cases, surgery can correct the problem.

In women, some physical problems can also be corrected with surgery.

A number of fertility medicines are used to treat women with ovulation problems. It is important to talk with your doctor about the pros and cons of these medicines. You should understand the possible dangers, benefits, and side effects.

What medicines are used to treat infertility in women?

Some common medicines used to treat infertility in women include:

Clomiphene citrate (Clomid): This medicine causes ovulation by acting on the pituitary gland. It is often used in women who have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or other problems with ovulation. This medicine is taken by mouth.

Human menopausal gonadotropin or hmg (Repronex, Pergonal): This medicine is often used for women who don't ovulate due to problems with their pituitary gland. Hmg acts directly on the ovaries to stimulate ovulation. It is an injected medicine.

Follicle-stimulating hormone or FSH (Gonal-F, Follistim): FSH works much like hmg. It causes the ovaries to begin the process of ovulation. These medicines are usually injected.

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (Gn-RH) analog: These medicines are often used for women who don't ovulate regularly each month. Women who ovulate before the egg is ready can also use these medicines. Gn-RH analogs act on the pituitary gland to change when the body ovulates. These medicines are usually injected or given with a nasal spray.

Metformin (Glucophage): Doctors use this medicine for women who have insulin resistance and/or PCOS. This drug helps lower the high levels of male hormones in women with these conditions. This helps the body to ovulate. Sometimes clomiphene citrate or FSH is combined with metformin. This medicine is usually taken by mouth.

Bromocriptine (Parlodel): This medicine is used for women with ovulation problems due to high levels of prolactin. Prolactin is a hormone that causes milk production.

Many fertility drugs increase a woman's chance of having twins, triplets, or other multiples. Women who are pregnant with multiple fetuses have more problems during pregnancy. Multiple fetuses have a high risk of being born too early (prematurely). Premature babies are at a higher risk of health and developmental problems.

What is intrauterine insemination (IUI)?

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is an infertility treatment that is often called artificial insemination. In this procedure, the woman is injected with specially prepared sperm. Sometimes the woman is also treated with medicines that stimulate ovulation before IUI.

IUI is often used to treat:

Mild male factor infertility

Women who have problems with their cervical mucus

Couples with unexplained infertility

What is assisted reproductive technology (ART)?

Assisted reproductive technology (ART) is a group of different methods used to help infertile couples. ART works by removing eggs from a woman's body. The eggs are then mixed with sperm to make embryos. The embryos are then put back in the woman's body.

How often is assisted reproductive technology (ART) successful?

Success rates vary and depend on many factors. Some things that affect the success rate of ART include:

Age of the partners

Reason for infertility

Clinic

Type of ART

If the egg is fresh or frozen

If the embryo is fresh or frozen

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) collects success rates on ART for some fertility clinics. According to a 2006 CDC report on ART, the average percentage of ART cycles that led to a live birth were:

39 percent in women under the age of 35

30 percent in women aged 35-37

21 percent in women aged 37-40

11 percent in women aged 41-42

ART can be expensive and time-consuming. But it has allowed many couples to have children that otherwise would not have been conceived. The most common complication of ART is multiple fetuses. But this is a problem that can be prevented or minimized in several different ways.

What are the different types of assisted reproductive technology (ART)?

Common methods of ART include:

In vitro fertilization (IVF) means fertilization outside of the body. IVF is the most effective ART. It is often used when a woman's fallopian tubes are blocked or when a man produces too few sperm. Doctors treat the woman with a drug that causes the ovaries to produce multiple eggs. Once mature, the eggs are removed from the woman. They are put in a dish in the lab along with the man's sperm for fertilization. After 3 to 5 days, healthy embryos are implanted in the woman's uterus.

Zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT) or Tubal Embryo Transfer is similar to IVF. Fertilization occurs in the laboratory. Then the very young embryo is transferred to the fallopian tube instead of the uterus.

Gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT) involves transferring eggs and sperm into the woman's fallopian tube. So fertilization occurs in the woman's body. Few practices offer GIFT as an option.

Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is often used for couples in which there are serious problems with the sperm. Sometimes it is also used for older couples or for those with failed IVF attempts. In ICSI, a single sperm is injected into a mature egg. Then the embryo is transferred to the uterus or fallopian tube.

ART procedures sometimes involve the use of donor eggs (eggs from another woman), donor sperm, or previously frozen embryos. Donor eggs are sometimes used for women who cannot produce eggs. Also, donor eggs or donor sperm is sometimes used when the woman or man has a genetic disease that can be passed on to the baby. An infertile woman or couple may also use donor embryos. These are embryos that were either created by couples in infertility treatment or were created from donor sperm and donor eggs. The donated embryo is transferred to the uterus. The child will not be genetically related to either parent.

Surrogacy

Women with no eggs or unhealthy eggs might also want to consider surrogacy. A surrogate is a woman who agrees to become pregnant using the man's sperm and her own egg. The child will be genetically related to the surrogate and the male partner. After birth, the surrogate will give up the baby for adoption by the parents.

Gestational carrier

Women with ovaries but no uterus may be able to use a gestational carrier. This may also be an option for women who shouldn't become pregnant because of a serious health problem. In this case, a woman uses her own egg. It is fertilized by the man's sperm and the embryo is placed inside the carrier's uterus. The carrier will not be related to the baby and gives him or her to the parents at birth.

Recent research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed that ART babies are two to four times more likely to have certain kinds of birth defects. These may include heart and digestive system problems, and cleft (divided into two pieces) lips or palate. Researchers don't know why this happens. The birth defects may not be due to technology. Other factors, like the age of the parents, may be involved. More research is needed. The risk is relatively low, but parents should consider this when making the decision to use ART.

How to Loose Weight with Diet Naturally

2019-09-04T21:21:00.000+05:00

Perfect Weight Loss Diet

Similar to a wagon, the human body has a machine which needs energy. This energy is taken from food in the type of calories. A calorie is the element of measurement that pronounces the volume of energy available in food. It also defines the volume of energy the body required to complete a specific job.

Once your caloric consumption overdoes your caloric requirements, you achieve weight. Bulky individuals consume extra calories than they consume.

If you need to lose heaviness, study the caloric ingestion of a specific diet or drink. Various foods have extra calories as compare others. Pick foods that provide you the maximum nutrients at the minimum calories.

CARBOHYDRATES & INSULIN

A calorie is a unit of energy. Someone body requires calories for energy. Calories derived from these significant nutrients; fat, protein and carbohydrates.

There are two forms of carbohydrate - simple carbohydrate and complex carbohydrate. A fit single can achieve or drop weight in associations to the type of carbohydrates he/she takes.

Diets full of carbohydrates are engrossed rapidly in the liver and muscles as glycogen.

Glycogen is a form of glucose that is cracked down quickly to produce a base of energy for the body. As soon as the level of glycogen is engrossed, the extra is transformed into fat and deposited in the body for future use.

Carbohydrates are wrecked down into glucose in the blood circulation. Food rich in carbohydrates will source an escalation in blood glucose. To cure this, the pancreas discharges insulin into the blood flow to subordinate the level of glucose. Insulin is a fat-storage hormone. In large amounts carbohydrates origins the overproduction of insulin. Insulin takes extra carbohydrate and transforms it into stocked fat. This leads to the buildup of fat in the cells.

By putting out carbohydrates from your food, your glycogen stock is exhausted. Your body drives into a metabolic form called ketosis, where it initiates to use its possess fat for energy. As soon as, your body creates ketonic bodies, it activates to overwhelm the appetite and stops hunger. The objective for weight loss is to change from burning carbohydrates to scorching fat for energy.

SIMPLE CARBOHYDRATES AND COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATES

Simple carbohydrates:- White sugar is a modest sugar. It provides the body with a rapid enhancement of energy. Diets high in sugar attract us to take more. Dissipation in sugar may lead to the over-production of insulin. Mostly, sugar is secreted in processed foods, and we don't even distinguish it. Examine tags carefully and study the names of other types of sugar.

Complex carbohydrates are the body's top source of energy. It has prolonged chains of glucose molecules that spent time to breakdown. As they have a regular time-release and provide the body with long-term energy. Complex carbohydrates are extra substantial; it is preeminent to consume them in the morning and before noon. The ingestion of carbohydrates begins in the mouth; crush your food 30 times before swallowing.

PROTEIN PROMOTES WEIGHT LOSS

Half of the body's biological construction is consist of protein. The protection system needs protein for the materialization of antibodies. Protein supports to create hemoglobin, enzymes, and hormones. It plays a vital role in constructing strong bodies and restoring body tissues. Taking an extraordinary quality protein diet will deliver the body with the important amino acids essential to preserve and healing muscles.

Ideal Weight Loss Diet

Adopt upright eating lifestyles so you can sustain your weight once you touch your goal.

Start by monitoring the quantity of diet you place in your dish.

The common rule for normal serving size for cooked vegetal is 1/2 cup (the size of a fist). The serving scope for meat is 3 oz (the width of the palm). The serving extent for rice, pasta, and couscous is 1/2 cup.

Space your food intake every 3-4 hours to retain appetite under the mechanism.

Eat protein over several lesser meals all over the day. Protein at every serving aids to decrease the flow of insulin stops muscle loss and supports weight loss.

Foods that have high-value protein are chicken, turkey, fish, eggs, almond butter, legumes, nuts, seeds, and leafy green vegetables.

Take your complex carbohydrates from hard to chew fruits and ordinary grains.

Remove unnatural bad carbohydrates like sugar and polished starch, they have no nutritious value and causes weight gain. You can cut calories by taking less sugar.

Have healthy fats such as monounsaturated, polyunsaturated and omega-3 essential fatty acids like olive oil, seeds, almonds, walnuts, flax seeds, sunflower, and salmon.

Leave out trans fatty acids and saturated fat, which are linked with a higher threat of heart disease and weight gain.

Consume dairy products no more than 120 grams a day.

Increase hot spices to your diet. This stimulates the digestion and burns fat.

Rise solvable fiber consumption. Fiber delivers extra fullness lacking the calories.

Uphold acid-base pH equilibrium.

Consume one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water, two times a day.

Chart the 10 Food Recipe Rules.

If feeling hunger, have a glass of water and sip it gradually. Take water frequently to flush out toxins and clean the blood.

Do not drink while eating.

Avoid eating before sleep time. The stomach should have phases of rest.

Make a grocery list, stick it while shopping.

Use a journal. Record your diet, exercise, measurement, and weight. If you lose weight one week but not the next, you can review your routine in your journal what works, and what doesn't work for you.

Feelings have a dominant impact over your body, search the cause. Several individuals eat too much as compensation for some disappointment in their lives. When you consider you don't justify well, you logically interest unto automatically those foods that replicate your state of mind (junk food or comfort food). Unless you discover the reason for overindulging, you will not be capable to move forward.

Once the weight decreases, don't take rest, get up and workout. Exercise will assist you to burn off the calories and possess your skin from flabby. If you don’t exercise it before then be faithful, switch with five minutes, and add one minute daily up to 30 minutes of exercise a day. Take a brisk walk one hour daily and lose up to 250 calories. If you have no time or facility, walk around the house.

Be motivated and act on looking good, feel-good policy, if you don’t follow it, you can regain the weight.

LEADING REMEDIES IN HOMEOPATHY FOR WEIGHT LOSS

Homeopathy customs natural therapies to treat the entire individual (body, mind, and emotions) for weight loss.

Fucus vesiculosus is a natural remedy to reduce obesity and fat.

Lycopodium is suggested when someone feels hunger middle of the night.

Graphites treat metabolic disproportions.

Spongia Tosta treats fatness triggered by a thyroid disorder.

Hypothalamus is an organ therapy remedy and supports to regulate hunger.

Zinc-nickel-cobalt avoids metabolic disorder.

Ignatia is suitable when overindulging arises from emotional feeling.

Staphysagria is useful in suppressed anger.

Olive Salad Dressing Recipe

2019-09-03T22:25:00.000+05:00

Ingredients

1/2 cup Green olives

1 cup Black olives

1 Capsicum

4 Gambling Garlic (chopped)

3/4 cup Onion (sliced)

1/4 cup Parsley (chopped)

1/2 Tbsp Oregano

3/4 cup Olive oil

2 Tbsp Balsmk vinegar

1/2 Tbsp Salt

1/4 Tbsp Black Pepper

1/4 Tbsp Cayenne pepper

Dressing Making

Put green olives, black olives, chopped Capsicum, garlic gambling, sliced onion and chopped parsley in a bowl. Then put the oregano, olive oil, balsmk vinegar, salt, Black pepper, chopped red pepper and mix it. After Mixing all ingredients put the dressing in fridge for cooling and freshness. Now dressing is ready and can be served. This spicy dressing be served with sandwich.

The recipe takes no time but gives too much health benefits. Try it and enjoy

What causes someone to become overweight or obese?

2019-09-02T23:04:00.003+05:00

Causes of Overweight & Obesity

You can become overweight or obese when you eat more calories (KAL-oh-rees) than you use. A calorie is a unit of energy in the food you eat. Your body needs this energy to function and to be active. But if you take in more energy than your body uses, you will gain weight.

Many factors can play a role in becoming overweight or obese. These factors include:

Behaviors, such as eating too many calories or not getting enough physical activity

Environment and culture

Genes

Overweight and obesity problems keep getting worse in the United States. Some cultural reasons for this include:

Bigger portion sizes

Little time to exercise or cook healthy meals

Using cars to get places instead of walking

What are the health effects of being overweight or obese?

Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of:

Heart disease

Stroke

Type 2 diabetes

High blood pressure

Breathing problems

Arthritis

Gallbladder disease

Some kinds of cancer

But excess body weight isn't the only health risk, The places where you store your body fat also affect your health. Women with a "pear" shape tend to store fat in their hips and buttocks. Women with an "apple" shape store fat around their waists. If your waist is more than 35 inches, you may have a higher risk of weight-related health problems.

Pina Colada | Drinks Recipe

2019-09-02T01:43:00.000+05:00

INGREDIENTS:

4-5 tbsp Pineapple juice

1 (One) Banana (Peeled and Sliced)

1 Scoop Ice Cream (Strawberry Flavor)

1 (One) Pineapple (Sliced)

1 ½ Tbsp Coconut powder

Making of Pina Colada

METHOD:

Cut the pineapple into small pieces as wedges. Put two wedges of pineapple separately for decoration.

Put the chopped banana, coconut powder, ice cream, and pineapple pieces into a blender along with pineapple juice. Shake the mixture to get a smooth consistency.

Pina Colada is ready. Pour it into glasses and put the small wedges of pineapple or a cherry on the edge of glasses for decoration. The juice is to be served immediately.

Viral hepatitis (HAV, HBV, HCV, HEV etc, its types, causes,complications, prevention and safe precautions

2019-09-01T23:12:00.000+05:00

What is Hepatitis

Hepatitis is the inflammation of the liver, with or without decompensation of liver functions. It can be caused by viruses, bacteria, chemicals, drugs or toxins. It may be acute or chronic.

Types of hepatitis

Viral Hepatitis is caused by viruses, which mainly affect the liver cells (hepatotropic). These are Hepatitis A to E viruses (HAV, HBV, HCV, HDV & HEV).

Causes of hepatitis

HAV is transmitted by food and water and the disease is self-limiting. Once the patient is cured, there is no long-term effect on the liver. HAV is acquired by almost everyone before the age of 20 years, mostly without any clinical disease. Only 1/1000 persons develop signs and symptoms of hepatitis. All those who get HAV, become permanently immune. Those who get the virus may pass it to others through their feces. There is a vaccine that is available against HAV and it is advised for children In the developing countries.

HEV is acquired mainly by adults through the faeco-oral route. This is also self-limiting without long term effects, however, the immunity after exposure to the virus is not permanent. The disease may be very serious in women who are in the last trimester of pregnancy.

Complications of hepatitis

The HBV, HCV, and HDV may be acquired asymptomatically but it may persist in the liver and may cause chronic liver disease (CLD) with late complications like cirrhosis and even liver cancer. The HBV is cleared by 95% of those who acquire it in adult age if their immune system is intact and functioning well. The HCV may persist in the majority of those persons who are infected with it. These viruses are acquired by the parental route, i.e. blood and body secretions entering the recipient‘s circulation. This may occur through blood transfusions or through the sharing of sharp reusable instruments (contaminated with blood) including razors, blades, syringes, lancets and through needle-stick injuries.

The HBV causes symptomatic acute disease in only 30% of infected adults and the seriousness of the disease varies from person to person. The HBV is transmitted sexually as well as from mother to child during birth. The HCV is less commonly transmitted through sexual contact (only 3-4%). The HDV infects only those who are already infected with the HBV. HDV and HBV, if both acquired, may cause more serious disease. There is a vaccine available against the HBV, which also protects against the HDV.

In cases of known exposure, such as needle-stick injuries or sexual contact, immediate prophylaxis with an immunoglobulin must be given. There is no need for testing all viral hepatitis markers in all cases. There, the judicial selection is required, which may be made on the basis of the available, clinical notes. To avoid the transmission of HAV and HEV, special emphasis should be made on the provision of clean food and drinking water. In cases of HBV, HCV, and HDV, the sharing of needles, syringes, lancets and other sharp instruments without proper sterilization, should be avoided.

Safety precautions should be adopted by medical and paramedical staff as well as their dental counterparts. Any blood donors must be screened properly. Babies born to HBV-carrier mothers should be protected at birth by the administration of the vaccine and a specific immunoglobulin.

Delicious and Traditional Mango Yogurt Lassi

2019-09-01T21:15:00.000+05:00

Delicious and Traditional Mango Yogurt Lassi

Ingredients

1 cup Mango pulpy (cut into small pieces.)
2 cup Yogurt (Plain)
6 tbsp Sugar
2 cup Ice (Crushed)

How to Make

Add mango pieces, yogurt, sugar and ice in a blender. blend it well until get smooth. if the smoothie is thick then add some water to get the desired thickness.
Keep refrigerated and serve as chill, can be garnished with a twig of mint.

Lassi is a traditional drink famous in India and Pakistani Punjab, can be made with a lot of different flavors, Different fruits can be used along with above ingredients and separately.

How does stress affect women’s health

2019-09-01T16:44:00.000+05:00

Stress and your health

Stress is a reaction to a change or a challenge. In the short term, stress can be helpful. It makes you more alert and gives you the energy to get things done. But long-term stress can lead to serious health problems. Women are more likely than men to report symptoms of stress, including headaches and upset stomach. Women are also more likely to have mental health conditions that are made worse by stress, such as depression or anxiety

What is stress?

Stress is how your body reacts to certain situations, such as sudden danger or long-lasting challenge. During stressful events, your body releases chemicals called hormones, such as adrenaline. Adrenaline gives you a burst of energy that helps you cope and respond to stress. For example, one kind of stress is the jolt you may feel when a car pulls out in front of you. This jolt of adrenaline helps you quickly hit the brakes to avoid an accident.

Stress can range from mild and short-term to more extreme and long-lasting. Chronic (long-lasting) stress can affect your mental and physical health.

What are some symptoms of stress?

Stress affects everyone differently. Some ways that chronic or long-term stress affects women include:

Pain, including back pain

Acne and other skin problems, like rashes or hives

Headaches

Upset stomach

Feeling like you have no control

Forgetfulness

Lack of energy

Lack of focus

Overeating or not eating enough

Being easily angered

Trouble sleeping

Drug and alcohol misuse

Loss of interest in things you once enjoyed

Less interest in sex than usual

What causes stress?

People can feel stress from many different things. Examples of common causes of short-term stress include:

Getting stuck in traffic or missing the bus

An argument with your spouse or partner

Money problems

A deadline at work

Examples of common causes of long-term stress include:

Poverty and financial worries. Depression is more common in women whose families live below the federal poverty line. Women in poverty who care for children or other family members, as well as themselves, may experience more severe stress.

Discrimination. All women are at risk of discrimination, such as gender discrimination at work. Some women experience discrimination based on their race, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Stressful events, such as learning a new culture (for those new to the United States) or experiencing discrimination, put women at higher risk for depression or anxiety.

Traumatic events. Experiencing trauma, such as being in an accident or disaster or going through emotional, physical, or sexual assault or abuse as a child or an adult, may put you at higher risk of depression and other disorders. Women are more likely than men to experience certain types of violence, such as sexual violence, that is more likely to cause mental health conditions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Ongoing, low-level stress can be hard to notice, but it can also lead to serious health problems. If you feel stressed. If you need more help managing stress, talk to a doctor, nurse, or mental health professional.

How does stress affect women’s health?

Some of the health effects of stress are the same for men and women. For example, stress can cause trouble sleeping and weaker immune systems. But there are other ways that stress affects women.

Headaches and migraines. When you are stressed, your muscles tense up. Long-term tension can lead to a headache, migraine, and general body aches and pains. Tension-type headaches are common in women.

Depression and anxiety. In the past year, women were almost twice as likely as men to have symptoms of depression. Women are more likely than men to have an anxiety disorder, including post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. Research suggests that women may feel the symptoms of stress more or get more of the symptoms of stress than men. This can raise their risk of depression and anxiety.

Heart problems. A high-stress level can raise your blood pressure and heart rate. Over time, high blood pressure can cause serious health problems, such as stroke and heart attacks. Younger women with a history of heart problems especially may be at risk of the negative effects of stress on the heart.

Upset stomach. Short-term stress can cause stomach issues such as diarrhea or vomiting. Long-term stress can lead to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a condition that is twice as common in women as in men. Stress can make IBS symptoms such as gas and bloating worse.

Obesity. The link between stress and weight gain is stronger for women than for men. Stress increases the amount of a hormone in your body called cortisol, which can lead to overeating and cause your body to store fat.

Problems getting pregnant. Women with higher levels of stress are more likely to have problems getting pregnant than women with lower levels of stress. Also, not being able to get pregnant when you want to can be a source of stress.

Menstrual cycle problems. Women who experience chronic or long-term stress may have more severe premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms or irregular periods. Some studies link past abuse or trauma to more severe PMS.

Decreased sex drive. Women with long-term stress may take longer to get aroused and may have less sex drive than women with lower levels of stress. While not surprising, at least one study found that women with higher stress levels were more distracted during sex than other women.

What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

PTSD is an illness that some people experience after going through trauma. PTSD can happen to someone who has lived through or witnessed a violent crime or war. It can also happen after a sudden traumatic event like the death of a loved one, physical or sexual abuse, or a severe car crash.

Women are about twice as likely as men to develop PTSD. Some PTSD symptoms also are more common in women than in men. For example, women are more likely to:

Be jumpy

Have more trouble feeling emotions

Avoid whatever reminds them of the trauma

Feel depressed and anxious

Do women react to stress differently than men do?

Yes, studies show that women are more likely than men to experience symptoms of stress. Women who are stressed are more likely than men who are stressed to experience depression and anxiety. Experts do not fully know the reason for the differences, but it may be related to how men’s and women’s bodies process stress hormones. Long-term stress especially is more likely to cause problems with moods and anxiety in women.

How does stress affect pregnancy?

It is normal to feel stressed during pregnancy. Your body and your hormones are changing, and you may worry about your baby and the changes he or she will bring to your life. But too much stress during pregnancy can hurt you and your baby’s health.

Stress during pregnancy can make normal pregnancy discomforts, like trouble sleeping and body aches, even worse. It can also lead to more serious problems, such as:

Depression. Depression during pregnancy or after birth can affect your baby’s development.

Problems eating (not eating enough or eating too much). Women who are underweight or who gain too much weight during pregnancy are at risk for complications, including premature delivery (delivery before 37 weeks of pregnancy) and gestational diabetes.

High blood pressure. High blood pressure during pregnancy puts you at risk of a serious condition called preeclampsia, premature delivery, and having a low-birth-weight infant (baby weighing less than 5½ pounds).

Talk to your doctor about your stress, and try these tips to help manage your stress. Learn about how stress affects breastfeeding too.

What can I do to help manage my stress?

Everyone has to deal with stress at some point in their lives. You can take steps to help handle stress in a positive way.

Take deep breaths. This forces you to breathe slower and helps your muscles relax. The extra oxygen sends a message to your brain to calm and relax the body.

Stretch. Stretching can also help relax your muscles and make you feel less tense.

Write out your thoughts. Keeping a journal or simply writing down the things you are thankful for can help you handle stress.

Take time for yourself. It could be listening to music, reading a good book, or going to a movie.

Meditate. Studies show that meditation, a set time of stillness to focus the mind on a positive or neutral thought, can help lower stress. In addition to traditional medical treatments, meditation also may help improve anxiety, some menopause symptoms, and side effects from cancer treatments and may lower blood pressure. Meditation is generally safe for everyone, and free meditation guides are widely available online.

Get enough sleep. Most adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night to feel rested.

Eat right. Caffeine or high-sugar snack foods give you jolts of energy that wear off quickly. Instead, eat foods with B vitamins, such as bananas, fish, avocados, chicken, and dark green, leafy vegetables. Studies show that B vitamins can help relieve stress by regulating nerves and brain cells. You can also take a vitamin B supplement if your doctor or nurse says it is OK.

Get moving. Physical activity can relax your muscles and improve your mood. Physical activity also may help relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety. Physical activity boosts the levels of “feel-good” chemicals in your body called endorphins. Endorphins can help improve your mood.

Try not to deal with stress in unhealthy ways. This includes drinking too much alcohol, using drugs, smoking, or overeating. These coping mechanisms may help you feel better in the moment but can add to your stress levels in the long term. Try substituting healthier ways to cope, such as spending time with friends and family, exercising, or finding a new hobby.

Talk to friends or family members. They might help you see your problems in new ways and suggest solutions. Or, just being able to talk to a family member or friend about a source of stress may help you feel better.

Get help from a professional if you need it. Your doctor or nurse may suggest counseling or prescribe medicines, such as antidepressants or sleep aids. You can also find a therapist in your area using the mental health services locator on the top left side (desktop view) or bottom (mobile view) of this page. If important relationships with family or friends are a source of stress, a counselor can help you learn new emotional and relationship skills.

Get organized. Being disorganized is a sign of stress, but it can also cause stress. To-do lists help organize both your work and home life. Figure out what is most important to do at home and at work and do those things first.

Help others. Volunteering in your community can help you make new friends and feel good about helping others.

Causes of infertility in men. What increases a man's risk of infertility?

2019-09-01T15:22:00.000+05:00

What causes infertility in men?

Infertility in men is most often caused by:

A problem called varicocele (VAIR-ih-koh-seel). This happens when the veins on a man's testicle(s) are too large. This heats the testicles. The heat can affect the number or shape of the sperm.

Other factors that cause a man to make too few sperm or none at all.

Movement of the sperm. This may be caused by the shape of the sperm. Sometimes injuries or other damage to the reproductive system block the sperm.

Sometimes a man is born with the problems that affect his sperm. Other times problems start later in life due to illness or injury. For example, cystic fibrosis often causes infertility in men.

What increases a man's risk of infertility?

A man's sperm can be changed by his overall health and lifestyle. Some things that may reduce the health or number of sperm include:

Heavy alcohol use

Drugs

Smoking cigarettes

Environmental toxins, including pesticides and lead

Health problems such as mumps, serious conditions like kidney disease, or hormone problems

Medicines

Radiation treatment and chemotherapy for cancer

Knopi Salad health boosting recipe

2019-09-01T05:46:00.000+05:00

Knopi Salad

Knopi Salad Ingredients:

3-4 Bread Slices

2 Garlic gambling

3-4 Mushrooms

5-6 Olive

1 Capsicum

2 Slices of Pineapple

1-2 Tomato

1/2 Cup Mayunyz

1/2 Tbsp Mustard paste

1/2 Tbsp Black-Pepper Grinded

1/2 Tbsp White-Pepper Grinded

1 Tbsp Honey

2-3 Tbsp Olive oil

Salt... As per taste

Knopi Salad Making

Take small pieces of bread in different shapes and polish these slices with live Oil. Let oven ON for 10 to 15 minutes at 150 centigrade and put pieces of sliced bread in the oven to make them golden. Cut out the tomato and capsicum into small pieces without seeds. Then finely chop the mushrooms, olives, pineapple and place all things in the fridge in airtight containers. Take Mayunyz in a bowl and mix crushed garlic, mustard paste, black pepper, white pepper and pour honey as well, Mix all ingredients including stored in the fridge. Paste mayunyz on bread slices with the help of kitchen knife and spread the mixture of all ingredients on slices. sprinkle a little salt, blake pepper, and serving is ready.

Enjoy the taste Knopi salad.

Healthier food choices to loose weight

2019-09-01T00:12:00.000+05:00

How can I make healthier food choices?

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) offer tips for healthy eating in Dietary Guidelines for All Americans.

Focus on fruits. Eat a variety of fruits — fresh, frozen, canned, or dried — rather than fruit juice for most of your fruit choices. For a 2,000-calorie diet, you will need 2 cups of fruit each day. An example of 2 cups is 1 small banana, 1 large orange, and 1/4 cup of dried apricots or peaches.

Vary your veggies. Eat more:
- dark green veggies, such as broccoli, kale, and other dark leafy greens
- orange veggies, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and winter squash
- beans and peas, such as pinto beans, kidney beans, black beans, garbanzo beans, split peas, and lentils

Get your calcium-rich foods. Each day, drink 3 cups of low-fat or fat-free milk. Or, you can get an equivalent amount of low-fat yogurt and/or low-fat cheese each day. 1.5 ounces of cheese equals 1 cup of milk. If you don't or can't consume milk, choose lactose-free milk products and/or calcium-fortified foods and drinks.

Make half your grains whole. Eat at least 3 ounces of whole-grain cereals, bread, crackers, rice, or pasta each day. One ounce is about 1 slice of bread, 1 cup of breakfast cereal, or 1/2 cup of cooked rice or pasta. Look to see that grains such as wheat, rice, oats, or corn are referred to as "whole" in the list of ingredients.

Go lean with protein. Choose lean meats and poultry. Bake it, broil it, or grill it. Vary your protein choices with more fish, beans, peas, nuts, and seeds.

Limit saturated fats. Get less than 10 percent of your calories from saturated fatty acids. Most fats should come from sources of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids, such as fish, nuts, and vegetable oils. When choosing and preparing meat, poultry, dry beans, and milk or milk products, make choices that are lean, low-fat, or fat-free.

Limit salt. Get less than 2,300 mg of sodium (about 1 teaspoon of salt) each day.

Surgical options used to treat obesity?

2019-08-31T01:34:00.000+05:00

What surgical options are used to treat obesity?

Weight loss surgeries — also called bariatric (bair-ee-AT-rik) surgeries — can help treat obesity. You should only consider surgical treatment for weight loss if you:

Have a BMI of 40 or higher

Have a BMI of 35 or higher and weight-related health problems

Have not a success with other weight-loss methods

Common types of weight loss surgeries are:

Roux-en-Y (ROO-en-WEYE) gastric bypass. The surgeon uses surgical staples to create a small stomach pouch. This limits the amount of food you can eat. The pouch is attached to the middle part of the small intestine. Food bypasses the upper part of the small intestine and stomach, reducing the number of calories and nutrients your body absorbs.

Laparoscopic (LAP-uh-ruh-SKAWP-ik) gastric banding. A band is placed around the upper stomach to create a small pouch and narrow passage into the rest of the stomach. This limits the amount of food you can eat. The size of the band can be adjusted. A surgeon can remove the band if needed.

Biliopancreatic (bil-ee-oh-pan-kree-at-ik) diversion (BPD) or BPD with duodenal (doo-AW-duh-nul) switch (BPD/DS). In BPD, a large part of the stomach is removed, leaving a small pouch. The pouch is connected to the last part of the small intestine, bypassing other parts of the small intestine. In BPD/DS, less of the stomach and small intestine are removed. This surgery reduces the amount of food you can eat and the number of calories and nutrients your body absorbs from food. This surgery is used less often than other types of surgery because of the high risk of malnutrition.

If you are thinking about weight-loss surgery, talk with your doctor about changes you will need to make after the surgery. You will need to:

Follow your doctor's directions as you heal

Make lasting changes in the way you eat

Follow a healthy eating plan and be physically active

Take vitamins and minerals if needed

You should also talk to your doctor about the risks and side effects of weight loss surgery. Side effects may include:

Infection

Leaking from staples

Hernia

Blood clots in the leg veins that travel to your lungs (pulmonary embolism)

Dumping syndrome, in which food moves from your stomach to your intestines too quickly

Not getting enough vitamins and minerals from food

Is liposuction treatment is Suitable for obesity?

Liposuction (LY-poh-suhk-shuhn) is not a treatment for obesity. In this procedure, a surgeon removes fat from under the skin. Liposuction can be used to reshape parts of your body. But this surgery does not promise lasting weight loss.