The Healthy Temple

The sport and kids

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:15:10 +0000

Playing sports is a great way to have fun and stay fit. And anyone who has played sports knows that you have to pay some extra attention to your health. If you play team sports, you may have had a sports physical. A sports physical is a visit to the doctor to make sure you’re in good enough shape to play the sport you want to play. Sports physicals aren’t just for kids. Even sports superstars need to go to the doctor to make sure they are healthy and strong before they hit the field. (more…)

Vegetarians

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:11:27 +0000

A vegetarian diet focuses on plants for food. These include fruits, vegetables, dried beans and peas, grains, seeds and nuts. There is no single type of vegetarian diet. Instead, vegetarian eating patterns usually fall into the following groups:
• The vegan diet, which excludes all meat and animal products
• The lacto vegetarian diet, which includes plant foods plus dairy products
• The lacto-ovo vegetarian diet, which includes both dairy products and eggs (more…)

Menstrual Disorders

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:06:57 +0000

Menstrual disorders occur when certain factors interrupt a woman’s menstrual cycle. In normal function, the menstrual cycle lasts from 21 to 42 days. It includes the growth of the uterine lining, (endometrium) and its shedding during menstruation. Hormones in the brain and the ovaries control the menstrual cycle in women in their reproductive years.
Many disruptions and disorders can affect the menstrual cycle. Pregnancy is one of the most common. When a woman becomes pregnant, her menstrual cycle is disrupted because the uterine lining remains to provide a place for the fertilized egg to implant and grow. Menstrual disorders can also affect menstruation. These disorders can be temporary or permanent and may have an effect on the patient’s fertility. (more…)

Are you needed of eye cream ?

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:52:16 +0000

The skin around the eyes is very delicate, thin, and susceptible to damage. It’s also among the first places we see changes in our appearance, because of its thinness. Before you buy any eye cream, you need to take into consideration what problems you need addressed by an eye cream. Whether you have baggy eyes, puffy eyes, crow’s feet, fine lines, or dark circles, the many eye creams in stores serve different purposes to specifically combat the environmental conditions that cause our various eye problems. For instance, facial moisturizers are not intended nor recommended for use around the eyes, because of ingredients that are too strong for the delicate eye area. Don’t be overwhelmed; make a decision that’s based on your needs. One recommendation: Eye creams need to be applied to the lower lid, and along the outer corner (never rub or pull the delicate skin!). (more…)

What is asthma?

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:46:08 +0000

Asthma affects a person’s bronchial (pronounced: brahn-kee-ul) tubes, also known as airways. When a person breathes normally, air is taken in through the nose or mouth and then goes into the trachea (windpipe), passing through the bronchial tubes, into the lungs, and finally back out again. But people with asthma have airways that are inflamed. This means that they swell and produce lots of thick mucus. They are also overly sensitive, or hyperactive, to certain things, like exercise, dust, or cigarette smoke. This hyperctivity causes the smooth muscle that surrounds the airways to tighten up. The combination of airway inflammation and muscle tightening narrows the airways and makes it difficult for air to move through. (more…)

Some methods of contraception

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:42:22 +0000

There are so many different types of contraception available that you should be able to find the right method. You may have to try several different things before you hit on the one you like most. We have reached the stage where unplanned pregnancies should be rare, because there are so many good methods of birth control.
The male condom is the only method of contraception that boys can use. It’s really just a rubber tube. It’s closed at one end like the finger of a glove so that when a boy puts it over his penis it stops the sperm going inside a girl’s body. An advantage of using male condoms is that a boy can take an active part in using contraception – it’s not just left to the girl. (more…)

Psoriasis

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:35:34 +0000

More than 4.5 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with psoriasis, and approximately 150,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. An estimated 20% have moderate to severe psoriasis. For more information… click below. (more…)

Heroin Effects

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:30:33 +0000

There are many different types of heroin effects that a drug user can experience, and heroin effects can be extremely detrimental to a person’s mind and body. Heroin is an opiate derived from the drug morphine, and its highly addictive properties and quick acting-effects made it a popular street drug immediately.
With the exception of anabolic steroids, drugs in the other classes are utilized to alter mood, thought, and feeling through their actions on the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). For example, some of these drugs alleviate pain, anxiety, or depression. Some induce sleep and others energize. Though therapeutically useful, the “feel good” effects of these drugs contribute to their abuse. The extent to which a substance is reliably capable of producing intensely pleasurable feelings (euphoria) increases the likelihood of that substance being abused. (more…)

The Jogging - more beneficial

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:59:18 +0000

Jogging or running is a popular form of physical activity. About one in five Australians try running (or jogging) at some stage in their life. Running is an appealing exercise because it doesn’t cost a lot to take part and you can run at any time that suits you. Some runners choose to participate in fun runs, athletics races or marathons. If you are interested in competing with other runners, contact your local running club.
Jogging makes the heart stronger. It increases the capacity of the blood circulation and of the respiratory system. This is essential for maintaining good fitness. It speeds up the digestive system and can help to relieve digestive problems. Many people that live a sedentary lifestyle develop digestive problems that can be improved with a healthier diet and some regular exercise. (more…)

Dry Hands

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:46:56 +0000

They crack, burn, and itch and they look like the appendages of a crustacean. They’re chapped, dry hands, the scourge of women who spend time with their hands in and out of water or working in the super-dry air of office buildings. Many people that suffer from dry hands because they wash their hands several times a day with unsuitable, or they live in dry climates, but these are not the only reasons. There are many ways that you can protect the skin, make they soft and supple. Here are some tips for taking care of dry hands. (more…)

Family Meals

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:29:11 +0000

Family meals are a comforting ritual for both parents and kids. Children like the predictability of family meals and parents get a chance to catch up with their kids. Kids who take part in regular family meals are also:
• more likely to eat fruits, vegetables, and grains
• less likely to snack on unhealthy foods
• less likely to smoke, use drugs, or drink alcohol
In addition, family meals offer the chance to introduce your child to new foods and to act as a role model for healthy eating. (more…)

Beauty with symmetry

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:24:37 +0000

Exercises for slim waist:
1. Lie on your left side, left elbow bent with hand resting to support head. Right hand is outstretched on thigh. Inhale and raise right leg high, keeping knee straight. Grasp ankle. Breathe freely and hold pose, then release ankle and lower leg.
2. In the same position, place right hand on the floor, palm down close to chest. Inhale. Raise both legs up without bending knees. Breathe freely and hold pose, then lower legs.
3. Repeat last exercise, but balance without support of right hand. Place it along the right side while raising legs. Breathe freely and hold pose, then lower legs.
4. Lie on your back with knees bent, legs slightly apart, feet flat on the floor. Fold arms on chest. Inhale, raise buttocks off the floor as high as possible. (more…)

Potassium

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:17:58 +0000

Potassium is a mineral that helps the kidneys function normally. It also plays a key role in cardiac, skeletal, and smooth muscle contraction, making it an important nutrient for normal heart, digestive, and muscular function. A diet high in potassium from fruits, vegetables, and legumes is generally recommended for optimum heart health.
A potassium deficiency due to increased urinary loss often occurs when medication for certain heart diseases is used to prevent sodium and water retention. To overcome this loss, physicians often suggest eating more foods high in potassium. More potassium may be prescribed as a medicine. (more…)

The Nutmeg

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:11:05 +0000

The Arabs were the exclusive importers of the spice to Europe up until 1512, when Vasco de Gama reached the Moloccas and claimed the islands for Portugal. To preserve their new monopoly, the Portuguese (and from 1602, the Dutch) restricted the trees to the islands of Banda and Amboina. The Dutch were especially cautious, since the part of the fruit used as a spice is also the seed, so that anyone with the spice could propagate it. To protect against this, the Dutch bathed the seeds in lime, which would prevent them from growing. This plan was thwarted however, by fruit pigeons who carried the fruit to other islands, before it was harvested, scattering the seeds. The Dutch sent out search and destroy crews to control the spread and when there was an abundant harvest, they even burned nutmeg to keep its supply under control. (more…)

Delayed Puberty?

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:06:49 +0000

A noted lack of symptoms of puberty is the primary indicator that a child may be experiencing delayed puberty. The following are the most common symptoms of delayed puberty. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
• girls:
- lack of breast development by age 13
- more than five years between breast growth and menstrual period
- lack of pubic hair by age 14
- failure to menstruate by age 16
• boys:
- lack of testicular enlargement by age 14
- lack of pubic hair by age 15
- more than five years to complete genital enlargement (more…)

The useful act to the black tea

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:00:16 +0000

Black tea is currently the most popular in the US, enjoyed mainly as iced tea. The fame of black tea is mainly due to the invention of the tea bag in 1904 by NYC tea merchant Thomas Sullivan. Recent studies have shown that black tea provides equal health benefits as its green cousin. Adagio Teas continues to sell the finest loose black tea you’ll find, and now offers many varieties in a convenient gourmet tea bag as well. (more…)

The diamonds of good food

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:56:04 +0000

Chocolate truffles are traditionally made with “ganache” shaped into rough spheres by hand and covered in cocoa powder. The powdery coating and imperfect shaping of the confections make them appear similar to dirt covered truffles - the famed culinary fungi. Chocolate truffles are easy to prepare at home and make irresistible desserts that will make you a welcome guest at any holiday party. (more…)

Beauty eyebrow

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:47:10 +0000

The eyebrows frame the face, so shaping them correctly makes all the difference. Follow our basic eyebrow 101 tutorial and your brows will instantly transform your face and eyes. If you are keen to take matters into your own hands, there are a few guidelines that you should follow.
Zone between the Brows
• Standard-set is one eye-width apart and the most desired eye setting.
• Close-set indicates that the eyes are closer than one eye-width. To open up the space, tweeze brows
• Wide-set indicates that the eyes are farther apart than one eye-width. You can create illusion of drawing eyes closer together by leaving brow hairs to fall outside of the suggested guide or filling them in with a combination of pencil and powder. (more…)

Special steamed Clams

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:39:54 +0000

Ingredients:
4 quarts cherry-stone clams, shells scrubbed
1 cup diced plum tomatoes
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 sweet onion, minced
1 Tablespoon minced parsley
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco hot sauce, or to taste
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup clam juice (or water)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 slices prepared thick-cut garlic bread
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The Home-Training

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:36:48 +0000

The gym will always be a great place to get in shape, but it’s not for everyone. Some people simply don’t want to display shortcomings in front of strangers. Others use gym-phobia as an excuse not to work out at all. We’re here to help with an effective program you can do at home, which will allow you to save money (no gym dues) and time (your home is always open), and spares you the parade of nakedness that is a health-club locker room. (more…)

Green diet

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:30:37 +0000

A diet based more on plant-based foods than meats and dairy can lead to extra years of healthy living. This very same diet reduces environmental damage and farm animal suffering. Eating Green brings to bear the science on a greener diet and its impact on the environment. The choices we make about what we eat each day really can have some major environmental consequences. It’s easy to forget about the energy, water, chemicals and effort used to produce everyday food items like chocolate bars, soft drink or a packet of chips. Not to mention the fuel burnt getting these items to you. In an age when you can walk into a cafeteria and ask for the “low-carbon meal” special, eating green is no longer just the dream of hemp. It is a reality. (more…)

Hemorrhoid

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:23:45 +0000

Hemorrhoids are enlarged veins in the anus or lower rectum. They often go unnoticed and usually clear up after a few days, but can cause long-lasting discomfort, bleeding and be excruciatingly painful. Effective medical treatments are available, however.
Many anorectal problems, including fissures, fistulae, abscesses, or irritation and itching, also called pruritus ani, have similar symptoms and are incorrectly referred to as hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids usually are not dangerous or life threatening. In most cases, hemorrhoidal symptoms will go away within a few days. Although many people have hemorrhoids, not all experience symptoms. The most common symptom of internal hemorrhoids is bright red blood covering the stool, on toilet paper, or in the toilet bowl. However, an internal hemorrhoid may protrude through the anus outside the body, becoming irritated and painful. This is known as a protruding hemorrhoid. (more…)

Meat buying

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:07:44 +0000

Making healthier choices when buying meat
• Ask your butcher for a lean cut.
• If you’re buying pre-packed meat, check the label to see how much fat it contains and compare products.
• The chicken, without the skin, because these are lower in fat.
• Try not to eat too many meat products such as sausages, salami, p?t? and beefburgers, because these are generally high in fat. They are often high in salt too.
• Remember that meat products in pastry, such as pies and sausage rolls, are often high in fat. (more…)

The steroids- danger

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:04:16 +0000

Steroids is an international journal devoted to original research on all aspects of steroids. Its focus is on both experimental and theoretical studies in chemistry and physiochemistry, biosynthesis, metabolism, molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology, analytical techniques, comparative endocrinology, clinical research, mode of action (including that of related peptides), and the role of steroids on growth and differentiation.
Steroids are dangerous for two reasons: they are illegal, and they can damage a person’s health, especially if used in large doses over time. Also, the health problems caused by steroids may not appear until years after the steroids are taken. (more…)

Keeping your cat healthy

Asya — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 10:51:06 +0000

A cat is a robust animal, a survivor, so much so that it may keep going regardless, sometimes making it rather difficult to notice if your cat is unwell or has been injured. So what! If she sleeps on your pillow at night and you’re banished to a small corner. Or better yet, if he sleeps on top of you and you can’t get up in the middle of the night because you don’t want to disturb him. So what! This cat likes you! It is advisable for cat owners to bring their cats for a yearly checkup with the veterinarian to ensure that their cats are in good health. It is also beneficial for them to have a general knowledge of some cat’s health problems. (more…)