Femalenesia

Irregular Menstrual Cycles? This Causes and How to Overcome It

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 04:33:00 +0000

Menstruation or menstruation has become an inseparable part of a woman's life. Every woman who has experienced puberty will have menstruation every month. Generally, a normal menstrual period lasts every 21-35 days, with a length of time for bleeding about 2-7 days. However, not all women's menstrual cycles run smoothly according to the menstrual pattern every month. Menstruation can be said to be not smooth when a woman has menstruation in a cycle that is longer or shorter than the normal cycle. Menstruation can also be said to be not smooth if women have an unpredictable distance between menstrual cycles.

In fact, conditions that are not smooth menstruation are common in girls who are in the early stages of their first menstruation. However, if it continues into adulthood, it is necessary to do a medical examination by a doctor. The reason is, the menstrual cycle that is not smooth can be influenced by many causes. So if you experience this condition, it's a good idea to immediately find out about your health condition to find the best solution.

What are the triggers for irregular periods?
Irregular menstruation can be caused by many factors, both internal and external factors. However, there are several factors that can contribute to irregular menstruation. For example:

Hormones that are not balanced

Hormones are certainly the main cause of irregular menstruation. There are several phases in women that can trigger hormonal imbalances, namely during puberty, menopause, childbirth, and breastfeeding. This is caused by levels of estrogen and progesterone that are still very volatile, making menstrual schedules more difficult to predict.
Apart from these phases, other things that make hormone levels unbalanced are contraceptives and stress levels, because these two things can affect hormone levels in the body. Too little or too much hormone levels can affect the part of the brain that regulates menstruation. As a result, your cycle may be faster, slower, or have no periods at all.

Drastic weight gain or loss

Body weight has implications for the menstrual cycle. This can occur due to body weight which indirectly affects the secretion of hormones in the glands in the brain that control metabolism. You need to keep your weight stable and not experience drastic gains and losses. Because the drastic weight loss can inhibit the production of the hormone estrogen. Meanwhile, if you gain significant weight, your body has a tendency to produce too much estrogen.

List of Prohibited Foods For Pregnant Women

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 04:30:00 +0000

To maintain the health of the mother and the fetus, of course a pregnant woman must maintain her lifestyle and diet. Such as avoiding alcohol, smoking and avoiding foods that are prohibited for pregnant women. Are there foods that are prohibited for consumption by pregnant women? Of course, the list of foods that are prohibited for pregnant women is food that can endanger the health of the fetus and interfere with fetal growth and development. Then what is the list of foods that are prohibited for pregnant women? Here is the complete list:

Pineapple

Maybe it is common knowledge that young pregnant women are strictly prohibited from consuming pineapple. Although pineapple actually has a very high and complete nutritional content such as vitamins A, C, magnesium, calcium, iron and others which are very good for the body. But why is it included in the list of foods that are prohibited for pregnant women? Because pineapple also has one content which is a protein extract which is commonly referred to as Bromelain. Bromelain content is able to trigger contractions so that it has the potential to cause miscarriage in young pregnant women.

Raw vegetables

Maybe many of you prefer to eat fresh vegetables than cooked vegetables. However, especially for pregnant women, actually consuming fresh vegetables or raw vegetables is not recommended. Because one of the lists of foods that are prohibited for pregnant women is very susceptible to contamination by germs which will have a negative impact on the health of the fetus and mother. Therefore, you should first process the vegetables you want to consume, either fully cooked or only half cooked.

Source of half-cooked protein

If vegetables are allowed to be parboiled, but not for food sources of protein. Yes, this list of prohibited foods for pregnant women includes meat, eggs, and fish. Because from this half-cooked animal protein source, it is likely that bacteria such as Salmonella and other viruses contained in it have not been killed. So that pregnant women are required to cook thoroughly so that all bacteria and viruses die by high cooking temperatures.

Caffeine

The next list of prohibited foods for pregnant women is caffeine. Where this content is mostly found in coffee and a little of it is found in tea. then why is caffeine not allowed for pregnant women? Because caffeine contains a stimulus substance that will increase heart rate and blood pressure. In addition, caffeine can also inhibit the absorption of iron which is needed by the fetus for its growth. Not only that, caffeine can also penetrate the placenta and enter the baby's bloodstream, which of course will have a bad impact on fetal development.

Herbs

When pregnant women experience health problems, herbal medicine often becomes the main alternative for fear of consuming chemical-based drugs. Instead of being made from herbal ingredients, pregnant women often don't pay close attention to the content of these herbs. Even though without you knowing it, some herbal ingredients which are often the main ingredients of herbal medicine are not allowed for consumption by pregnant women. In fact, some herbal remedies play a very important role in initial contraction (contractions during early pregnancy) so that they have a great potential to cause miscarriage. For this reason, external medicines such as hot cream, eucalyptus oil seem to be much better for pregnant women.

So make sure during pregnancy you avoid the 5 lists of foods that are prohibited for pregnant women and replace them with healthy foods that are good for the health of the fetus and mother.

Do these tips for a normal delivery without stitches

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 04:23:00 +0000

To become a mother, you will experience something called childbirth, where your little one will come out of your stomach through the vagina. This delivery process often causes tearing of the vagina because the wall between the vagina and anus is stretched, if your vagina is torn, of course you have to sew it back up. You will definitely hurt the writing above. But just calm down, it's not hard to imagine. Because in fact you can really prevent tearing in the vagina during childbirth. Try doing these tips:

Correct Position During Childbirth

You have to know, that the right position during childbirth turns out to be very influential on many things, one of which is a tear in the vagina. This is because different positions affect the different pressure on the wall between the vagina and anus. You can try a lying position on your side, sitting, or kneeling with your hands resting between your thighs.

Healthy lifestyle

It turns out that a healthy lifestyle such as a regular diet and regular exercise can make your body strong, which can lead to tearing during childbirth. In addition, you can also do perineal massage when your pregnancy is approximately 34 weeks, twice a week, this is done with the aim of being more flexible during labor.

Warm the Perineum

You can put a warm towel or cloth around your perineum, this is done so that your perineum has smooth blood flow and limp muscles.

Use Lubricants

You can also wear lubricants made from warmed mineral oil. This aims to reduce the friction that occurs during childbirth so that it makes it easier for the baby to come out. But be careful if you have allergies.

Childbirth Technique

The last thing you can do is to do childbirth techniques properly and correctly by following the doctor's advice. When pushing, you have to do your best, but when the baby's head comes into view, you have to stop pushing and regulate your breathing. With this, the baby's head will come out slowly and the Perineum will naturally stretch without tearing.

Tips for Pregnant Women during the Covid-19 Pandemic

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 04:18:00 +0000

At a time when the Covid19 virus became a pandemic around the world, of course it made us worry in almost all fields. This is caused by the covid19 virus which is very contagious and can cause death. Many mothers who are pregnant and especially those who have entered their month before delivery also feel anxious and afraid to go to the womb check or give birth at the hospital. Most of them have a question: is it safe to go to the hospital for ultrasound? When should I have an ultrasound of my pregnancy? Is it safe to give birth in the hospital, especially if I have a high risk? And others.

When should I have a uterine ultrasound at the hospital?

1st trimester (1-12 weeks). Pregnancy checks are not recommended unless an ultrasound examination is required when there are suspicious complaints. For example: bleeding, spots, abdominal pain, it is advisable to go to the hospital for an ultrasound

2nd trimester (12-28 weeks) and 3rd trimester (28-36 weeks)

If there are no complaints, the antenatal examination can be postponed or done online. However, if there are complaints such as: severe nausea, vomiting, severe headaches, bleeding from the birth canal, abdominal pain, contractions, seizures, high blood pressure or discharge from the birth canal, an ultrasound examination is mandatory at the hospital. 3rd trimester before delivery (> 37 weeks). Ultrasound examination MUST be done in preparation for labor.

Here are normal things that happen to the vagina after sex

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 04:14:00 +0000

Not a few women complain of changes in the vaginal area after sex. Then he often wonders whether what he is experiencing is still in the normal category or vice versa. Naturally, you think the same way. In fact, there are some normal things that happen to the vagina after sex, and not all of them have to be taken seriously. So, what can happen to the vagina after sex? Here's the review:

Swollen

If your vagina is swollen after sex, don't panic. One of the causes of vaginal swelling is sexual activity that is classified as "rough" in the vagina. However, the swelling will return to normal, shortly after having sex. After that, everything returned to its normal state.

Feels Pain

For some women, experiencing vaginal pain after sex. The causes can vary, and one of them is not feeling aroused enough during sex. This is what causes vaginal dryness, so it will feel sore and sore afterward. If the vagina is painful because the woman is not aroused and is causing vaginal dryness, it is best to use lubricants to avoid the discomfort. Sometimes you may have aches or pains after sex, for several reasons including skin irritation caused by friction. Using lubricants can help prevent this.

Change color

Increased blood flow to the pubic area occurs during intercourse. This can make the area darker in color. However, don't worry because after that the color of the female area will return to normal. Increased blood flow can temporarily darken tissue.

Size and Shape Will Return

The vagina is elastic. The female genitals can stretch when the penis is inserted into them. However, the vagina will return to its original size again after the penis has been removed. The vagina also has the ability to stretch in size to make room for objects to enter and exit. And during penetration, your vagina can enlarge anywhere from two to eight inches in length. When sex is over, the vagina returns to normal.

Removing semen

It is perfectly normal to discharge semen after sex. After ejaculation, semen from inside the vagina may flow out. No need to worry about failing your chances of getting pregnant. Because even though it looks like it spills out after sex, it's still very possible that some sperm will swim in to fertilize the egg.

Some signs that you are pregnant

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 04:07:00 +0000

For couples who have just married, they will definitely expect pregnancy and children. It is true that having children is the dream of all women in this world. Well, for you young women who are expecting a pregnancy, here are the signs of early pregnancy that can be used as a benchmark. What are the most common signs of early pregnancy? So let's check below:

Out of breath

Make no mistake, shortness of breath can also be a sign of early pregnancy that can be used as a benchmark. How come? Because when you are pregnant, you will need extra oxygen to support the growth of the fetus in the womb. Not only that, the hormone progesterone can also provide a sense of stimulation to the respiratory center of the brain, causing a feeling of shortness of breath.

Spots appear followed by stomach cramps

The next sign of early pregnancy is the spots that appear red or brown and the number is not so much. The next characteristic of a young pregnancy is the occurrence of mild cramps in the lower abdomen, but this will subside after the pregnancy passes the second trimester.

Mood swings

If you experience mood swings, aka mood swings, it is certain that you are pregnant with a child. Why can mood swings occur? There is such a thing as the HCG hormone which will increase as the content is formed. Therefore, the mood is very much affected by it.

That is a sign of early pregnancy which can certainly be a benchmark for you. For you young women who just got married, hopefully this year you can get pregnant and have very cute children.

Women's hair loss, what should you do?

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 04:04:00 +0000

Every hour our heads lose a few strands of hair. Usually, daily losses are up to hundreds of pieces. Hair that has stopped growing leaves its place to give a new one. Thus, the cover is continuously updated without any noticeable loss of thickness. When the replacement mechanism for the vegetation of the head for some reason is damaged, the person notices that the hair has become very loose, and the hair has noticeably thinned out. If the situation is serious, the logical result is total or partial baldness.

Is it possible to prevent it? what to do if the hair loss is very strong? depending on the cause of the pathology. In most cases, hair loss is a cause for medical examination.

The main reason for hair loss

The mantle is an organ that is sensitive to the state of the body. Hair reacts to bad nutrition, disease, hormones, external influences and stress: from changes in the structure and appearance of hair to the appearance of baldness. Highlight the main groups of reasons why hair loss is strong:

Hair and scalp care

Unsuitable use of cosmetics, aggressive coloring, frequent drying with a hot hair dryer and other factors negatively affect the hair shaft and roots, interfere with the nutrition and blood circulation of the scalp. Minimizing the negative effects and measures to restore hair helps to eliminate the increase in hair loss, which in this case is more associated with cosmetic defects than ill health. This group includes exposure to cold, wind, sun - the head must be protected from climatic factors so as not to expose the skin to excessive cooling, overheating and harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Scalp disease

Dermatitis, seborrhea, fungal infections often lead to weakening of the roots and hair loss.

Chronic illness and unhealthy habits

Chronic illness and unhealthy habits. Poor blood supply is a result of spasms of blood vessels that arise both for objective reasons, for example, due to cardiovascular disease, osteochondrosis, and from smoking, caffeine and alcohol abuse.

Weak immunity

Long-term disease, antibiotics, disorders of the intestinal microflora do not have the best effect on the condition of the hair.

Lack of vitamins and microelements

The main cause of this condition is an unhealthy diet, diet, seasonal beriberi.

Physiological causes

Active hair loss can occur for natural reasons. In particular, in women, the hormonal fluctuations associated with pregnancy, taking oral contraceptives first lead to an increase in hair density, and then to "shedding" against the background of the so-called cancellation effect. So, at the time of childbirth, female hormones slow down the development process of the follicles, delaying them in the growth phase. Strong hair falls out after childbirth, when the effects of estrogen return to normal, and all the hair that doesn't weave begins to "crumble" with revenge. On the same principle, contraceptive hormones work.

Hormonal disorders

Hormonal disorders. In contrast to the natural fluctuations of the hormonal background, endocrine pathology is not the norm, and baldness caused by one of these diseases may be irreversible. Problems with the thyroid gland, sex hormone imbalance in men and women contribute to thinning hairstyles. Strong hair loss in women with hyperandrogenism, in half of humans the strong male hormone dihydrotestosterone is also responsible for alopecia. In hormonal alopecia, a big role is included in heredity.

Drug effect

A number of drugs cause negative reactions in the body, from allergies to toxins, resulting in damaged hair follicles. A strong effect on the follicles has antihypertensive drugs, antidepressants, chemotherapy agents.

Anemia

Lack of iron in the body is accompanied by low hemoglobin, weakness, increased fatigue and drowsiness. Outwardly, the disease is expressed by dull pale skin and sparse hair.

Stress

Chronic stress is a factor in head blood vessel spasm and poor follicle nutrition.

What to do if the hair falls out strongly?

What to do if hair loss is bad. Treatment of baldness is aimed at 2 goals: to stop hair loss and promote hair recovery. To solve this problem, first of all, it is necessary to determine the cause of alopecia. Needs to be checked by a doctor regarding hair. In some cases it is necessary:

Hormonal correction, with endocrine disorders, menopause in women.

Drug use (for example, antifungal drugs).

Another special treatment that only a doctor can prescribe.

Today, there are quite serious drugs against alopecia, which are justified only in difficult situations:

Minoxidil for hair loss

Minoxidil is a topical steroid for both men and women. Stops age-related and hormone-related hair loss, slows down their life cycle, as a result of systematic scalp rubbing for six months or more

Propecia (Finasteride)

Pills for the treatment of male pattern baldness. Stops hair loss and contributes to head covering growth. Reduces the production of dihydrotestosterone - the male sex hormone responsible for the reduction of active hair follicles. It is used in combination with Minoxidil.

Vitamin therapy

Acceptance of vitamins is a prerequisite for effective alopecia treatment. Lack of vitamins and minerals in it can lead to increased hair loss. If vitamin deficiency is the main cause of this disease, vitamin therapy can stop thinning and strengthen hair follicles.

Vitamins in pill form, as with other types of baldness, saturation of the body with important substances is just as important. Since food cannot quickly and effectively compensate for the deficiency, vitamins are used in medicinal form in the form of tablets and injections:

A, F and B5 help strengthen hair roots
B1 helps withstand stress
B2 restores damaged follicles
B3 and B6 increase metabolic processes in the scalp
Biotin activates hair growth
B8 helps the absorption of other vitamins
B9, E accelerates cell renewal
B12 enriches hair roots with oxygen
C strengthens the immune system.
You can receive complex drugs and bioactive supplements specifically designed for hair density

General recommendations for popular baldness treatments

The main recommendations are based on recipes that inhibit hair loss, strengthen hair roots and stimulate the work of follicles:

After washing the head, it is better to rinse with herbal infusions rather than water. Regular application of oil contributes to moisturizing, nourishes the scalp, removes desquamation, restores damage. Castor oil, jojoba and other oils have a positive effect on hair when rubbed into the roots when heated and left as a compress for several hours or overnight. It is better to wrap the head in a warm cap on top of polyethylene.

Aromatherapy has a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair and scalp. A few drops of essential oil, added to hair combs or masks, help strengthen bulbs and prevent hair loss. Rosemary, mint, lavender, etc. Suitable for this purpose. Natural dyes and ayurvedic powders (henna, basma, brami, amla) strengthen hair. These products can dry out hair, so it is better to apply them only to the roots. A number of masks, shampoos, lotions made with homemade ingredients and herbs help fight hair loss. Its meaning is in restoring blood circulation in the scalp, improving nutrition and strengthening the roots.

Feet and Body Aches? Here are tips that are safe and easy to do at home

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 02:02:00 +0000

After a day of activities, of course, the body feels tired and tired, right? Especially for those whose jobs are always monotonous standing, walking, or just sitting. Surely the feet feel very sore. Here are tips to get rid of stiff legs. Not only to get rid of soreness. However, it can also be used to beautify the soles of the feet.

Here are healthy tips after a day of work or walking:

1. Prepare materials

A handful of tea leaves

Prepare enough tea leaves. It can be fresh or dried.

3 tbsp cloves

Cloves are a spice with a distinctive smell, usually used in tobacco blends or when cooking. The point is to create a distinctive taste. You can find this granular shape in spice shops.

5 lemongrass stalks

This plant has many benefits. There are compounds of Magnesium, Potassium, Iron and B vitamins.

5 tbsp Epsom Salt or Epsom Salt

This is not for consumption but dissolved in water and will seep through the pores into our body. This salt contains magnesium compounds which when mixed with warm water can penetrate the body.

2. Prepare a basin and water container

Prepare a large basin where we can accommodate both of our feet. Then pour enough water, in order to get warm water.

3. Put all the ingredients

Put all the ingredients: tea leaves, cloves, lemongrass, and Epsom salt in the basin provided. Pour cold water then the hot water lands to get the desired warm.

4. Soak your feet

Soak your feet to the desired extent. Feel the sensation of relaxation that is sure to make you feel comfortable. Can be massaged slowly and feel the difference.

5. Wipe with a clean cloth or towel

So that the feet don't get damp, then wipe them with a towel or rag that can absorb water well. Your feet will also look good, not smelly, of course, far from cracked.

This therapy can also be used for the body, soaking the whole body to take a bath because these spices and English salts will work to eliminate toxins in the body. English salt is also believed to be a stress reliever and a relaxing ingredient. It can also be used to neutralize blood pressure. Likewise, the content in lemongrass which contains Magnesium and Potassium compounds is useful in regulating muscle, heart and nerve function.

Watch Out! Wrong wearing a bra will have a fatal impact on your health

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:48:00 +0000

Have you been wearing a bra properly? If not, you have to fix it right away! Don't get used to using a bra in the wrong way, because the wrong way will have a fatal impact on your health. Here are 4 fatal effects of using a bra mistake:

Broken Skin

The most basic thing that can be seen from the mistake of using a bra is the damage to your beautiful skin. How come? The use of a bra with a smaller size can inhibit blood circulation in your body, which will also have an impact on skin health. The use of a bra that is not suitable will make your strap become damaged.

Hard to breathe

Before you buy clothes, you will definitely try them on, right? Well, if you guys when the clothes you are wearing are too small for your body, surely you will feel uncomfortable breathing right? This also happens if you use a bra with a small size. The reason is, this too small size will limit the movement of your ribs which causes your breath to be short. As a result, you will feel cramped.

Back Pain

Often experience pain in the neck and back area? The pain that occurs in the neck and back area that you experience does not necessarily occur due to serious illness or due to the wrong sleeping position. It could be that the pain occurs because the bra size you are wearing is too small. So try to check your bra is it too narrow?

Headache

Using the wrong bra doesn't only have an impact on your skin, breathing, and your back. Using the wrong bra can also cause pain in your head. If you use the wrong bra, this will make your neck, back and head hurt. Excessive work of the neck muscles can cause cervicogenic headaches.

Therefore, start paying attention to the use of your bramu. Look again, is your bra size right? Does the material match your skin? Is it installed properly? Or maybe it's time to buy a bra and replace it with a new one?

Tips on Cleaning the Right Female Parts

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:43:00 +0000

The female part is the part that is prone to growing bacteria. However, what you need to know, not all bacteria on the female part are bad bacteria or pathogens, some are good bacteria, which function to maintain normal flora and pH for femininity. Here are tips for maintaining feminine hygiene:

Must rinse after throwing the water

Rinsing womanhood is obligatory after urinating or defecating. But, how to rinse it must be the right way, from front to back and avoid spraying water that is too tight because it only encourages bacteria to enter the inside of the female organs. Don't forget when rinsing, wipe the female parts too. Do not go from front to back because it will be rubbed back again from the front. As a result, bacteria from the anus actually flow into the female. We recommend that you simply wipe the female parts while cleaning this area.

Use the right cleaners

There are many kinds of feminine cleansers on the market. Starting from those containing betel leaf extract to those really containing antibacterial. However, you have to be careful before choosing the right product because there are many cleansers on the market that contain perfume which will damage the normal pH of a woman. Not yet which has antibacterial properties can also disrupt the normal flora of womanhood. Then, what kind of cleanser is safe for the female part? Actually, feminine cleansing is not mandatory. Simply washing with warm water dripped with albothil is also effective in cleaning pathogenic bacteria in femininity. However, if you want to use a special feminine cleanser, you should choose one that contains milk extract and lactobacillus. In addition to being able to maintain a normal pH of femininity, lactobacillus is also effective against pathogenic bacteria so as to maintain the normal flora of the female part. The use of special cleansers for femininity should not be done as often as possible, just once a day.

Don't forget to dry it

After rinsing and cleaning the female parts, it is obligatory to dry them using a thick towel or tissue. This is based on if the female parts are kept moist, the bacteria will grow faster.

Choosing the right inner material

So that the female part does not get moist quickly, it is better to use soft cotton underwear. Apart from being comfortable and non-irritating, this material also absorbs sweat.

Those are tips for maintaining the cleanliness of female organs. Apart from the above, it would be nice for you to also avoid wearing tight pants and other risky behaviors for disease transmission to maintain the health of your female organs.

Uncommon Signs of Pregnancy

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:37:00 +0000

For couples who have just married, pregnancy is perhaps the most awaited moment. How come? Having children is an immeasurable gift. Therefore, recently married couples will expect children while waiting for the signs of pregnancy to appear. If pregnant characteristics such as nausea and vomiting may be common. Or if signs of pregnancy such as late menstruation are also common and common. Therefore you should know what are the following unusual things, but are characteristics of pregnancy. Let's check below:

Easily tired and sleepy

Who would have thought that being easily tired and sleepy could be signs of pregnancy that often occur, but are not so common. Easily tired and drowsiness occurs due to the body's organs suddenly working harder because the pregnancy has already started. Therefore fatigue and sleepiness are the main characteristics of your pregnancy. Not only that, weight gain is also one of the factors why the body becomes tired and sleepy.

Increased basal body temperature

If you are pregnant, your basal body temperature will increase. What is the basal body temperature? Is the lowest temperature produced by the body during sleep, measured in the morning before doing any activity. If for 18 days, your basal body temperature continues to increase, then you are definitely pregnant.

More sensitive to odors

If anyone says that pregnant women will become more sensitive, that statement is true. The level of sensitivity of a woman who is pregnant will definitely be stronger, including in smelling smells. During pregnancy, the hormone estrogen in the body increases, which triggers sensitivity to odors.

These are some of the less common signs of pregnancy. However, these three characteristics of pregnancy will be valid so that you can use them as a reference when waiting for the pregnancy of your first child or beyond.

Patient! Having Sex While Pregnant Can Be Dangerous

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:32:00 +0000

The two lines engraved on the testpack are one of the greatest gifts any married couple looks forward to. So, it's no wonder that every pregnant mother will do all kinds of ways to keep the baby in her womb healthy so that she can give birth to her little one into the world.

Keeping your little one in the womb is not an easy thing, especially if your womb is still very young. Anyway, you have to be extra careful. You also have to find out all kinds of things you want to do while pregnant, whether or not they can endanger your pregnancy. For example, about food, daily activities, to have sex with your partner.

Not all activities that you normally do you can also do when you are pregnant, including sexual intercourse. But don't worry, having sexual intercourse while pregnant is not prohibited, but there are many things that you must pay attention to when you want to do it. So, before doing it try to pay attention to the following things:

Avoid doing it when the gestational age is less than 12 weeks

Pregnant women with a gestational age of 0-12 weeks will usually feel nauseous and vomit easily. The condition of pregnant women like this will make it change a little, including in sexual matters. Apart from these reasons, having sexual intercourse at the gestational age below 12 weeks is actually quite prone. So it's better to consult a gynecologist who really understands it better.

Watch Your Pregnancy

Before doing anything while pregnant, you should consult a doctor. Besides that, you also really have to check the development of your womb regularly, this is done so you can find out the condition of your womb. Because if your womb is in good condition and you don't have a history of miscarriage, stomach cramps, prone to bleeding, you are at risk of rupture of the membranes, and a placenta that covers the cervix, having sexual intercourse is not a problem.

Sexual Intercourse Towards Old Pregnancy Is Also Dangerous!

It turns out that not only having sex during young pregnancy is dangerous, having sexual intercourse at an old gestational age before delivery is also dangerous. Because the orgasm experienced by pregnant women will provoke the release of prostaglandins, chemicals present in the body that can affect muscle tension such as contraction and relaxation. If you have sexual intercourse during late pregnancy, it can trigger contractions in your pregnancy.

Not Operation! Here are some of the main things that can reduce breast size

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 15:27:00 +0000

The size of the breasts in each woman is different, this is influenced by many things, one of which is genetics. There may be some women who want to have large breasts. But not all have thoughts like that. In fact, many women actually feel that having breasts that are too large will actually hinder their activities because of the pain around the neck, shoulders and back that have to support this load.

Because it bothers him, there are some women who choose the fast route to shrink their breasts, namely by means of surgery. But actually there are other ways to reduce the size of your breasts, of course, in ways that are much more effective, natural, and certainly safe.

Check out what things you can do to reduce the size of your breasts:

What do you consume

What you consume has a bit of an effect on your body shape, including your breasts. You can consume foods and drinks that can shrink your breasts, such as coffee, fish oil, and flaxseeds. Coffee works to prevent fat formation in your breast area. Consuming fish oil is also important for those of you who plan to shrink the size of your breasts, because the content in fish oil helps reduce estrogen levels. Not only can you reduce estrogen levels in the body by consuming fish oil, you can also reduce estrogen by consuming flaxseed brewed water.

Exercising

You all know what is the function of exercising, right? Exercise can burn fat in our bodies so that we have a healthy body. Fat lost from exercise is fat all over your body, including the fat in your breasts. The sport you can do is cardio which focuses on fat in the upper body and chest. Apart from cardio, you can also do simple exercises such as pushups that help you increase muscle tone around your breasts and reduce their weight. Simple exercise such as aerobics can actually reduce fat, and the results will shrink your breasts by itself.

Massage it

The last thing you can do to reduce the size of your breasts is to massage them. Although it is considered very traditional, this is quite powerful. You can massage it by using olive oil.

Frequent discharge? Recognize Normal and Abnormal vaginal discharge types

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 15:20:00 +0000

Vaginal discharge or what we usually call vaginal discharge is body fluid that comes out of the vaginal area. Usually has a thick texture and is a little sticky. Actually, vaginal discharge is a natural thing experienced by women, but it turns out that there are also vaginal discharge that can endanger health. This dangerous vaginal discharge is also known as pathological vaginal discharge. Determining normal or abnormal vaginal discharge can be seen from a variety of factors, ranging from color, consistency, volume, and aroma.

Egg whites

When approaching ovulation, you will experience vaginal discharge, usually a slippery vaginal discharge similar to egg white. If you experience it, don't worry, because this type of vaginal discharge is normal. Usually this will happen at the beginning of the cycle between day 12 and 16. This type of discharge is also a sign of good ovulation for you.

Milky White

Relax, you don't have to panic. Milky white vaginal discharge is still fairly normal. Usually this will be experienced when you start or end the menstrual cycle.

Clear and Watery

The most normal form of vaginal discharge that occurs in the Sista is a clear and watery discharge. This vaginal discharge can come at any time, especially if you do sports that are heavy enough, usually you will experience it after that.

Contains Blood

This is normal if it occurs at the end of the menstrual cycle, so the discharge will look dark brown. This is one way the body cleans the uterus after menstruation. In addition, this can also happen if you take birth control pills while you are menstruating. But if this happens in postmenopausal women, it is better to do a pap smear, because this could be a sign of cervical cancer.

Yellow

If the discharge from your vagina is yellow with a thick texture and smells bad, it is better to consult a doctor. Because usually this happens due to gonorrhea, chlamydia, or pelvic infections. But if the yellow liquid that comes out is still clear, you don't need to worry, this could happen due to oxidation and change color due to air.

Green

The most abnormal type of discharge is when the discharge is green. This is a sign that you have an internal infection. If the green liquid is accompanied by a foul odor, this indicates that you have trichomoniasis. Anyway, quickly check with a doctor.

You have to understand the meaning of each type. Don't forget to immediately consult a doctor if you experience abnormal vaginal discharge. Anyway, don't be late!

It turns out that this is a habit that makes vaginal discharge more smelly

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 14:46:00 +0000

Approaching menstruation, women are often faced with vaginal discharge problems. Leucorrhoea itself has made it uncomfortable, especially if it is accompanied by an unpleasant smell.

There are several habits that have an impact on the pungent vaginal odor:

Too much consumption of sweet foods or drinks

Usually sweet things, because these sweet things will make our female area vulnerable to the growth of bacteria. Sugar or glucose is a food source of fungi, bacteria and viruses. If we often eat sweet things, it will be easier to itch, then the smell will be unpleasant. Likewise with junk food.

Consume instant packaged food or drinks

Apart from sweets and junk food, consumption of instant packaged foods or drinks continuously will disturb the pH of the female area. Apart from being more smelly, vaginal discharge is also easier to form because of this habit. Clean eating makes our body smell normal, there are no annoying odors.

Now we know that the bad habits we discussed earlier can worsen our condition during menstruation. So take care of our health by staying away from bad habits and starting good habits.

Easily Recognize Some Signs You Are Pregnant

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 14:38:00 +0000

Pregnancy is something that a married woman eagerly awaits. Many married women want to get pregnant quickly so that they can have cute children which adds to domestic harmony. If you are a newly married woman, there is no need to bother to indicate that you are pregnant or not. If you experience these 3 signs, it is certain that you are pregnant in the early stages.

Here are some signs of pregnancy that you need to know:

Urinating frequently

The first sign that confirms that you are pregnant is frequent urination. If you usually urinate every 4 or 5 hours, then if you urinate every 1-2 hours, you can be sure that you are pregnant. Why is urinating a sign that you are pregnant? Because the fetus that grows in the uterus will push the bladder so that it will encourage more frequent urination. It is not recommended to hold back the urge to urinate because it can harm the fetus.

Mood Swing

If you suddenly get angry, then immediately feel happy, then you experience a mood swing. This frequent mood change is caused by the increased HGC hormone, which triggers mood swings. If your level of sensitivity increases, then you are most likely pregnant.

Changes in Breast

If the breast size changes suddenly, it is also certain that you are pregnant. Why can breast size change suddenly? Because the increased production of the hormones estrogen and progesterone hormones. This hormone is actually the embryo of breast milk for the baby when it is delivered. Not only enlarged, usually the breasts will also feel itchy and stretch marks appear.

Those are some signs to determine whether you are pregnant or not. With these signs, it will certainly be a reference for you to immediately see a gynecologist to make it more certain that you are really pregnant.

It turns out that the age at first menstruation is related to your heart health

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 14:34:00 +0000

Everyone in this world is going to go through puberty. You know puberty, right? Puberty is the process of transitioning a person from children to adults. During puberty or this transition, a lot of changes will occur in a person's body, be it a girl or a boy. For women themselves, of course there are many signs of physical maturity that will be experienced by women, including those experienced. Several things that will be experienced by women during puberty, including the appearance of acne, changes in body shape, hair growth in certain areas, and of course menstruation.

Every woman has a different time when menstruating. There are women who have had menstruation since elementary school, but there are even women who have had their first menstrual period when they were in high school. But it turns out that the age at first menstruation has something to do with heart health. The early period of menstruation does have an influence on the risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure in the future.

On average, women have their first period at age 12. Women who menstruate one year earlier than the average age have a higher risk of developing heart disease. In fact, women who menstruate at the age of 10 years or younger have a much greater risk of heart disease such as heart attack, stroke, heart failure and death, which is 4 times higher.

Women who menstruated before or after the mean age (12 years) had a higher risk of developing heart disease, when compared to women who had menstruation at an average age (12 years).

Steps to Overcome Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 14:29:00 +0000

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) are signs such as emotional changes, depression, food cravings, pain in several parts of the body, and / or weakness that occurs just before the menstrual cycle. As many as 50% of women aged 20-30 years have experienced it, but Premenstrual Syndrome is also felt by many teenagers. Premenstrual Syndrome symptoms themselves will appear 1-2 weeks before the first day of menstruation.

Cause
The cause of PMS is not known for sure, but it is thought that PMS is caused by changes in the hormones estrogen and progesterone hormones before or during menstruation.

Signs and Symptoms of PMS:

Sudden mood swings
Limp
Pimples appear
Muscle ache
Stomach cramps
Headache
Nausea
Bloating

Symptoms felt by each woman may be different depending on the condition of their respective bodies, and some even don't feel PMS symptoms during their menstrual period.

Tips for Overcoming Premenstrual Syndrome:

Eat little but often

Avoid eating too much to regulate blood sugar levels in your body. Also avoid foods that contain lots of sugar, because high blood sugar can cause headaches, weakness, and nausea. This will make your PMS symptoms worse.

Increase consumption of foods / drinks that contain lots of calcium

Although the exact link is not yet known, a study has shown that consuming 1000 mg of calcium per day can overcome mood swings, treat stomach cramps, flatulence, and depression.

Avoid caffeinated and alcoholic beverages

Actually, drinking coffee or drinks containing caffeine is still allowed as long as they are still reasonable or sufficient. If you consume too much caffeine, it will actually make your PMS worse. Because caffeine can constrict blood vessels, it causes blood flow throughout the body to become obstructed. The obstruction of blood flow causes the supply of oxygen to the uterine muscles is also blocked, this will result in pain and cramps in the stomach. Caffeine makes your stomach bloated and uncomfortable and also according to research written in the Journal of Women's Health says that women who drink coffee during their period tend to have a bad mood and are more prone to stress.

Get some exercise

When we exercise, the brain will produce endorphins, these endorphins can calm the body and are believed to prevent hormonal changes that trigger emotional and mood changes. Therefore, you must be diligent in exercising before your menstrual cycle comes as a measure to prevent PMS. If you already feel PMS symptoms, you are also advised to keep exercising, of course, with light exercise such as yoga which can help calm your mind, you can also do aerobic exercise and jogging around the house, this can increase blood flow in your body. However, if your body condition is not very possible, you should not push yourself.

Compress the stomach

If you are among those who have or frequently experience stomach cramps, you can compress your stomach with a hot compress and then place it on the painful part of your stomach. You can put hot water in a bottle then wrap it with a clean cloth and place it on the affected area. Apart from compressing, you can also soak in warm water. Both can reduce cramping pain in the stomach by relaxing the uterine muscles.

Massaging the stomach

If compressing alone still can't relieve the cramping pain, you can try massaging your lower abdomen for ± 20 minutes slowly. You can do this massage using essential oils. You can also massage the sore abdomen, do a downward massage and try to relax and catch your breath.

Taking pain relievers

If you already feel very weak and very disturbed, you can take pain relievers such as paracetamol, but you also have to pay attention to the dosage. Try to pay attention to when you usually start experiencing PMS so that you can better prepare yourself and you can anticipate the symptoms that will arise. If PMS symptoms do not improve or even get worse and interfere with your activities, immediately consult a doctor, especially if the symptoms you feel are very excruciating.

Are you a coffee lover? Let's see the closeness of coffee for women

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:43:00 +0000

One of the drinks that have long been consumed by the wider community, especially among men. Now coffee is no longer just a drink, but has become a lifestyle for the community. This is evidenced by the number of cafes where coffee drinks are available, or coffee-based products on the market.

The average woman consumes 1.9 cups a day while men consume about 2.4 cups a day. This proves, that there are many women who also indulge in this caffeinated drink. Nowadays coffee and women are two things that are closely related, because it has been influenced by lifestyle.

This time, I will discuss the closeness of coffee with women.

Speed up the menstrual cycle.

Menstruation or menstruation is a cycle that occurs in women every month. This menstrual cycle consists of 4 phases. Consuming coffee can speed up reaction times in all phases of menstruation.

Trigger a miscarriage during pregnancy

When a woman is pregnant, considering all the food and drink she consumes is very important. Consuming coffee for pregnant women, should pay close attention to how much is consumed. Because what if excessive amounts of coffee are consumed can have a bad effect on the content. The caffeine contained in coffee can penetrate the placenta of pregnant women, and it can have an impact on the fetus. One of the risks that can occur is miscarriage.

Natural beauty products.

Women and beauty are two inseparable sides of the coin. More and more beauty products are circulating on the market every day. However, it turns out that there are still many women who use natural ingredients for their beauty, one of which is by using coffee. Now coffee is used as skincare or natural beauty products. Because the testures that are owned by coffee grounds can remove dead skin cells, besides that the caffeine in coffee functions as antibacterial and inflammatory so it is suitable for facial acne.

Tendency for hypertension

Based on research, coffee can actually be used as hypertension protection. Coffee affects blood pressure due to the presence of polyphenols, potassium and caffeine. Polyphenols and potassium lower blood pressure, while caffeine increases blood pressure. However, why are women who drink coffee more likely to develop hypertension? Due to the type of coffee they choose to consume. Women tend to prefer latte over regular black coffee, whereas it is a sweet type of coffee. Latte is their biggest choice, because most women who are coffee drinkers consume coffee for a relaxing time. In addition, it is also influenced by the frequency of drinking coffee in a day.

Coffee connoisseurs, let's enjoy your coffee while still considering the amount consumed in a day. Do not let us not get the millions of benefits in coffee. And don't forget that a meaningful cup of black coffee can remind you that no matter how sweet life is, the bitter taste will always be there.

Benefits of Green Tea for health and beauty

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:38:00 +0000

Apart from being drunk, green tea has many benefits. For health and beauty. Here are some of its properties for health and beauty:

Overcoming Panda Eyes

Are you having trouble removing dark circles in your eye area? Dark circles usually make us feel less confident and look tired. However, you can try to reduce the dark color in the eye area by using green tea. Green tea contains tannins and antioxidants that can lighten skin tone. Consuming green tea can also help improve facial skin elasticity, detoxify toxins and bacteria naturally, to remove imprinted blemishes on the face. Besides drinking it, you can also compress the eye area with a cotton ball that has been dipped in green tea to reduce panda eyes.

Treating Acne

Good news for those of you who are struggling with acne. The reason is, green tea turns out to have catechin compounds that can overcome and eradicate germs that cause acne. This content is antibacterial which functions to control hormonal imbalances and relieve inflammation that causes acne. In addition, green tea also contains epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) to treat acne by modulating intracellular molecular objects. So, don't be surprised if many beauty products or acne medications use green tea as the main ingredient.

Prevent Obesity

Surely you have heard about the benefits of green tea to keep the body slim. Green tea is indeed one of the natural drinks that can prevent a person from being obese or overweight. This can happen because green tea has been proven to be effective in eradicating abdominal fat which can lead to various diseases. So, if you are on a weight loss program, it's a good idea to make green tea one of your regular drinks.

Don't Let Mood Swing Potentially Become Bipolar, Let's Take a Look at How to Overcome It!

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:35:00 +0000

You must have experienced mood swings, but have you experienced sudden mood swings? If it is still within a day, it is still called normal. Changes that occur very quickly or suddenly are called mood swings. Mood swing is an extreme or rapid change in mood. Such mood swings can play a positive part in promoting problem solving and in generating flexible forward planning. However, when the mood swings are so intense that they are bothersome, they may be a major part of bipolar disorder. As recently, we feel that we often experience very rapid mood swings, after asking here and there it turns out that this is one of the effects of using the injection contraceptive method.

You can also feel the mood swing in people who are under pressure or are at a stress level that is quite a burden on the mind. This is mostly felt by women but it does not rule out that men also feel it. This time we will discuss how to deal with when we experience mood swings so that they don't have a bad impact on us

Follow a regular schedule

Creating and following a schedule to live regularly is very important because if we are in order we can always maintain a good mood. If the schedule is messy, automatically bad mood and even mood swings will often occur.

Exercise regularly

Maintain health by exercising diligently in exercising, as well as a good mood is determined by a good body condition. By always exercising diligently at least we can feel fit to avoid bad moods. A good mood will make our day always good and can be separated from mood swings.

Enough sleep

In addition to exercise, adequate sleep is also very helpful in overcoming mood swings. Usually someone who is sleep deprived will easily get angry because he is physically exhausted. Maintaining adequate sleep patterns will prevent us from getting angry often and will certainly provide enough energy to do activities well.

Eat Healthy Foods

If you have exercised for physical fitness from outside. From within, the same must be taken care of, namely by consuming healthy foods. Consuming unhealthy food mostly causes bad health, when health is not protected from what we eat, the impact will be on a bad mood throughout the day. A simple example of the consequences of not consuming healthy foods is obesity which often makes women grumpy whenever someone says she is fat.

Doing Yoga and Meditation

Relaxing the mind for a moment by doing yoga and meditation will help those who are experiencing mood swings. Mood changes can be that we can't calm down with what we are dealing with, this sport is perfect for those who experience mood swings.

Avoid Stress

This is very difficult but very influential on those who experience mood swings. However, it is true that stress is one of the many triggers for mood swings, if we can avoid it a little by changing our mindset to be calmer so we don't get stressed easily.

Find Solutions to Emotions

When we're emotional, we often forget to even let the emotions explode. Even though finding a solution is a way for us to overcome mood swings. Every now and then try to examine what underlies our emotions and try to find a solution so that we can escape from the mood swings that often occur.

Talking With People You Trust

If you can't find a solution to your emotions in yourself, try talking to people you trust. Maybe it can make us feel comfortable and the mood immediately becomes good, it could be that people we trust give advice on how to control emotions so that they don't change quickly.

That's a glimpse of how to deal with mood swings that you might also feel, if it's still normal, try the steps above so it doesn't get worse, at least avoiding bipolar disorder. If it is very disturbing, immediately come to a psychologist for check-ups.

Regular Breast Checks is the most important thing

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:27:00 +0000

Actions that are always echoed regarding cancer, including breast cancer, are the importance of early prevention. This is because early detection at an early stage will provide patients with more therapeutic options than if the patient arrives at an advanced stage. Until now there is nothing in particular that can cause breast cancer, although several risk factors have been raised by experts such as a family history of breast cancer, never being pregnant, early menstruation, late menopause, obesity, use of hormonal contraceptives, fatty foods and other.

Cancer is the result of a complex series of events in cells that result in mutations or uncontrolled cell division. This event can happen at any time and so far no way has been found to prevent it. Breast cancer also undergoes this series of processes, so that no single factor can be identified as the main cause.

As something that cannot be predicted and totally prevented, what can be done is to reduce or eliminate the risk factors that make it possible to do so. For example, those who have breast cancer risk factors in the family are not advised to choose hormonal contraception, eat 4 healthy 5 perfect foods, ensure a body mass index of less than 25, do regular exercise 5 times a week for half to an hour, get adequate and quality sleep, avoid pollution and always think positive. Until now, there are no specific types of dietary restrictions recommended by experts, although several previous reports suggest reducing consumption of red meat.

Among the various suggestions from experts, regular breast checking is the most important. This action of course cannot prevent breast cancer, but can detect it at an early stage. The BSE method needs to be done regularly. Simple, easy and can be applied anywhere. Performed about 7 to 10 days after the first day of menstruation or on the same date every month in women who have menopause.

With a conscious way, women can recognize changes or not with their breasts. Although the change in shape does not always lead to cancer, further diagnosis is needed. If you find a lump, it could be a benign tumor that is not cancerous. There are several examinations that doctors can do to support a clinical diagnosis, including a physical examination by a doctor and supporting examinations such as: mammography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound. If cancer is suspected, the doctor may recommend a biopsy, which can be done openly or using a large needle (core biopsy / VABB) with ultrasound guidance. With this biopsy, the certainty of breast cancer can be obtained under a microscope analysis along with the type of cancer which can later be used for the benefit of further types of therapy and prediction of life expectancy.

Surgery is currently the treatment of choice for breast cancer which allows it to be removed according to oncology requirements. Now, even after the breast has been operated on and completely removed, the breast can be reconstructed to resemble the breast before surgery. In some patients, breast cancer surgery does not require removal of the entire breast tissue. In this operation, called breast conserving surgery, it is carried out with several special requirements, for example, whether there is a frozen cutting facility that assesses whether the area of operation is free from cancer and the need for radiation as an additional therapy. Chemotherapy and or radiation becomes a series of therapies that are generally followed after the patient has undergone surgery.

In an advanced local stage, chemotherapy is often given before surgery, with the aim of shrinking the tumor size and preventing the spread of cancer cells throughout the body. Hormonal therapy is given if the patient has a certain type of cancer that is thought to respond well to this drug. Immunotherapy is currently still under development, given its very high price and clinical benefits are still being studied. Breast cancer therapy like other cancers is very individual. There is no absolute standard the same for all patients, because each patient has characteristics of the disease and his own body. What responds well to one patient may not necessarily respond well to other patients and this is what the doctor will evaluate during the follow-up process.

Drinks That Can Destroy Fat

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:24:00 +0000

Apart from the rigors of exercising and even enjoying it with violence to destroy fat, coupled with a strict diet and cutting all the appetizing menus. There are other additions to complement the diet menu, namely choosing a slimming drink menu.

Now for drinks that can help expedite the slimming program are:

Squeeze lemon water in the morning

As soon as you wake up, your stomach is still empty is the perfect time to fill it with lemon juice and warm water. Lemon water itself contains vitamin C which is undoubtedly a good height for skin rejuvenation and the benefits of lemon itself are also useful for detoxing the body. So definitely lemon can destroy fat and all the impurities in the body. For warm water itself, water is actually needed by humans, apart from moisturizing the skin, water can also remove all impurities. After consuming lemon water, allow 30 minutes to consume either food or other drinks to maximize its benefits.

Green tea

Drinking green tea 2 - 3 glasses per day can help break down fat, because it is advisable after eating oily foods to consume green tea directly so that the fats from the food can come out smoothly. Green tea itself has a high content of antioxidants that are useful for resisting aging as well so that wrinkles don't come quickly

Water filled with cucumber and ginger

Leave it for a while and drink this water, this is for a trick for those who don't like drinking water. As it is well known that water provides an important function in breaking down fats in the body, the more water that is entered, the better and healthier the body will be. Ginger itself is effective for burning fat and also has a natural body warming function.

Watermelon juice

Mouth can't get away from sweet taste? want something sweet but not on the diet program list? this good solution, with watermelon juice without the addition of sweet ingredients such as sugar, etc. Consuming watermelon juice is not a problem because its natural sweetness will not gain weight. Even drinking 2 glasses of watermelon juice per day for 8 days can accelerate the destruction of belly fat.

Risks of Wearing High Heels For Pregnant Women

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:18:00 +0000

Pregnancy is often seen as a moment when a woman is more concerned with what clothes and fashion styles are suitable and comfortable for them. Not infrequently pregnant women who still dare to wear high heels or high heels. women who are pregnant are fine to wear high heels without harming their babies, as long as they don't fall.

It's just that too often wearing high heels during pregnancy can trigger a number of problems and discomfort that can be experienced. Here are the side effects:

Calf cramps

When pregnant women wear high heels for too long, the muscles in the calves will contract. This is what causes cramps in the calf muscles to worsen during pregnancy.

Back pain

High heels generally function to change body posture to become straighter. The pelvic muscles will bend forward and give a rounder shape to the back. Women who are pregnant will usually have a heavier weight on the front, so posture changes that are triggered by wearing high heels will cause pain. The ligaments in the lower back and legs also become loose during pregnancy. Wearing high heels will only put more pressure on the hip joint and back. This condition causes pain around the joints and ligaments of the lower back.

The body is less balanced

The strength in the ankles tends to decrease as a result of being overweight and the hormonal changes in the body. Pregnant women who wear heels tend to lose their balance and will be easier to fall. This not only results in injury to the future mother, but also to the fetus.

Swollen feet

A medical condition called edema is a condition that is swollen in the foot or ankle, which is quite common during pregnancy. Using high heels will only add to the problem. Wearing high heels, especially at the end of pregnancy, can cause your feet to swell even more. Fluid that accumulates more and more in the lower part of the body is also a factor in the swelling of the feet.

Miscarriage

Using high heels will always pose more risks to pregnant women, one of the most dangerous is miscarriage. This diminishing balance can make expectant mothers fall easily and this will result in miscarriage.

Benefits of Dragon Fruit during Pregnancy

noreply@blogger.com (Nandana) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 11:35:00 +0000

Having a unique and distinctive shape makes dragon fruit one of the most recognizable and popular fruits. In addition, this type of tropical fruit also offers a unique taste. Dragon fruit contains a number of nutrients that are beneficial to health, especially pregnant women. This fruit, also known as pitaya, comes from the Central American region which has now spread to various regions of the world.

The following is a review of the nutrition and benefits of dragon fruit for the health of pregnant women:

Vitamin C

During pregnancy, vitamin C is an important nutrient to support the development of gums, teeth and bones in the fetus. Pregnant women are required to consume at least 70 milligrams of vitamin C per day. In 100 grams of dragon fruit itself contains 4-25 milligrams of vitamin C. Consumption together with berries or oranges can increase vitamin C intake.

Carbohydrate

Dragon fruit is a natural source of carbohydrates that can offer around 9-14 grams of carbohydrates in 100 grams. Women who are pregnant are strongly advised to receive a minimum carbohydrate intake of 135 grams per day. Carbohydrates themselves provide the main source of energy as the baby grows and develops. By consuming one dragon fruit can help pregnant women produce a nutrient-dense carbohydrate balance.

Healthy fats

Not only needed for energy, healthy fats also play an important role in the formation of the baby's brain. In one dragon fruit, there are about 0.1-0.6 grams of fat, most of which are monounsaturated fats. Eating foods that store monounsaturated fats support normal and healthy weight gain during pregnancy.

Fiber

Dietary fiber helps promote satiety and controls bowel function. As pregnancy progresses, constipation tends to occur and can become a problem. Therefore, consumption of dietary fiber in sufficient quantities can handle this problem. In general, one dragon fruit contains about 0.3-0.9 grams of dietary fiber. The Dietary Reference Intake recommends that pregnant women eat at least 28 grams of fiber per day.

Fighting infection

Dragon fruit can also expel infections that can enter the baby through the placenta. Dragon fruit presents the benefits of regenerating cells in wound healing that prevents infection and can be an antibacterial and antifungal agent to fight microbes that have successfully entered the body.