Right and Wrong Assumptions About Asthma (part 2)

Continued of "Right and Wrong Assumptions About Asthma (part 1)".

6. People with asthma should not exercise. 

Exercise is important for health, including for people with asthma. Just do not select the type of sport that is too exhausting. It's important to understand by parents who have children with asthma. Do not forbids children participate in sports. The ban would cause children to feel different from other children and create a sense of inferiority. Give them a chance to play like other children, only advised not to be too tired. Can also be given an inhaler before playing to widen the respiratory tract to prevent an asthma attack after exercise. So let your child participate in sports at school or playing at home.

7. Asthma is a mild disease. 

This assumption may appear in mild asthma, which after using the drug, the patient can recover immediately. Actually, asthma can be divided into three groups: mild, moderate, and heavy. In patients with heavy asthma, must be careful to avoid these heavy asthma attacks. This usually happens due to forgetting to take medicine or exposure to trigger factors of asthma. Some forms of heavy acute asthma attack needs to be hospitalized to be treated and even sometimes in intensive care. If not treated properly, asthma (especially heavy asthma) can cause death. So don't ignore an asthma attack. You need to know the correct steps to be taken to address the symptoms of asthma.

8. People with asthma should not smoke. 

True, an asthmatic respiratory tract are very sensitive (hyper reactive). Because it is easily aroused by a variety of smoke, including cigarette smoke. People with asthma should not smoke, should not even be around people that are smoking. It should be noted by the employees that work in air-conditioned room. If you smoke indoors, it will damage the health of other employees, especially for employees with asthma.

9. There is no cure for asthma. 

Asthma caused by sensitive (hyperactive) respiratory tract, thus easily aroused by various stimulus. When the stimulus is gone and the constriction of the airways can be corrected with drugs that widen the the respiratory tract, then the patient will feel better. Asthma symptoms will disappear. But when the patient exposed again by trigger factors such as dust, then the asthma attack may occur again. This is because, eliminating the sensitivity of the respiratory tract is not easy. In children, the respiratory tract sensitivity can be better. Thus, someone that has asthma as a child, most of the asthma will disappear before the adults. Sensitivity of the respiratory tract can also be reduced by the use of topical steroid medication (drugs used to prevent asthma attacks). But these drugs should be used constantly. So it is up to now there is no drug that can be used to treat asthma in the short term.

10. Bedrooms people with asthma should be clean. 

True. House dust is one of the factors that cause asthma attacks. Therefore, the patient environment including bed as much as possible to be clean of house dust. Do not put the various items that can keep dust in the bedroom, such as carpets, books, magazines, toys, feathers, etc.. Clean up your house from house dust on a regular basis to reduce asthma attacks.

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Right and Wrong Assumptions About Asthma (part 1)

Asthma is common in the community. In the effort to cure this disease, appeared several assumptions that are inconsistent with the facts of scientific research in the community. By comparing the assumptions and facts about asthma, it's hoped you will get more precise information about the disease.

1. Asthma is a hereditary disease. 

This assumption is not appropriate. A mother with asthma, the children not necessarily has asthma too. Asthma is classified as atopic diseases - that is the tendency to have allergies (hives, cold of allergies, asthma). When in the family members, anyone have atopic disease, then other family members have a greater tendency to have allergies (including asthma), compared with families with no history of atopic disease. So if a mother has asthma then children have a risk of asthma, urticaria or allergic runny nose bigger than children born to mothers without asthma. But once again a mother who has asthma, children will not necessarily have asthma too.

2. Asthma attacks occur easily in moist air. 

Moist air (high water vapor content) actually reduces the risk of asthma attacks. That is why people with asthma feel better when at the beach or the pool. Air at the beach or in the pool contains more water vapor. Airways of asthma sufferers will be more easily aroused in the low humidity, dry air.

3. Asthma attacks can be caused by emotions. 

This assumption is true, emotional factors play a role in asthma attacks. Today researchers generally assume, patient who are emotional when had an asthma attack so asthma attacks will be worse. People with asthma need to learn to be more calm about the asthma attack. This attitude can be fostered if the patient prepare the drug that required in an easily accessible place. When an asthma attack happens at midnight, so patient should not panic because already has a stock of drugs. 

4. Treating yourself can be dangerous. 

Asthma is a chronic disease. Patients can not constantly watched by a doctor or nurse. Patients must understand the factors that can trigger asthma attacks such as flu, excessive physical activity, allergies and certain medications. By understanding that factors so people with asthma can avoid these factors. People with asthma also need to know asthma medications, drugs used for prevention and medication to relieve symptoms. Dose should also be known precisely.

If there is an asthma attack, a patient should know what drugs should be used and should also be able to evaluate whether the asthma was reduced after treatment. If it doesn't get better, then the patient should go to the emergency room at nearest hospital for further treatment. So a person with asthma should understand the disease and know how to use the medicine. This certainly will be understood after an explanation from the treating physician.

5. People with asthma should not get pregnant. 

Effect of pregnancy on asthma is different. Indeed about one-third of people with asthma, the asthma condition worsens during pregnancy. But otherwise, another one-third of people with asthma too, the asthma condition is getting better. And the rest didn't show the effect of pregnancy with asthma. Asthma is not an obstacle for pregnant women. Moreover, if the pregnancy is expected. 

To be continued...

The Habits That Cause Flu

Flu is a disease that is often experienced, especially in the transition seasons. As the saying goes, prevention is better than cure. Many things can be done to prevent the flu.

Did you know that the eye could also catch the flu virus? As quoted from ivillage.co.uk, there are channels in the eye that is connected to nasal cavity. The cavity can be a way for the entry of germs that cause flu. Therefore, avoid touching the eyes and the nose is one way of preventing the flu.

Part of a virus attack humans, including the flu, is caused by direct contact with other people or things that contain lots of germs. Frequent washing of hands after touching doorknobs, computer or other objects is a good step defenses.

Remember, after hand washing, dry with dryer or private towel. Don't dry hands with a towel that used together.

If you are difficult to avoid contact with someone with the flu, because you're on a trip, you can use a mask and gloves. Using gloves can also reduce contact with germs in the chair. If accidental contact with flu patient, you should wash your hands more often than usual. More practically, there is now a hand sanitizer that can be directly applied to the hand without a rinse.

In order for a strong immune system against viruses, you should frequently exercise. It would be better if the exercise be done in the open in order to get vitamin D from sunlight. Vitamin D proven to build up the immune system that are resistant to the flu.

For those of you who missed exercise, vitamin D can be obtained from oily fish, dairy foods, cereal and margarine. Avoid stress because it can lower the immune system.

Research conducted by Prof. Ron Eccles, director of the study flu center, Cardiff University, concluded the flu virus is more easy to breed in a cold nose. To avoid the flu, you should use a scarf or mask to keep the nose temperatures stay warm. 

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Foods That Can Counteract Flu

Entering the transition season, one of the diseases that most often attacks is flu and fever. To prevent a fever, you need to boost the immune system. Several foods below are recommended by a professor of nutrition at the Culinary Institute of America, Suki Hertz, to be consumed at breakfast in order to increase the immune system.

Orange

Oranges contain vitamin C and contain powerful antioxidants, but low in calories.

Eggs

Egg yolk is a good source of minerals that support the immune system. Protein content in egg white is also very high. Eating eggs is very good for improving stamina. To give a good immune system, a combination of baked eggs, spinach and tomatoes may be tried.

Tofu

Tofu is a complete protein. Tofu is a source of calcium and omega-3 fatty acids. All existing content can strengthen the immune system.

Papaya

Papaya has anti-inflammatory substances. Papaya is also an excellent source of vitamin C. Papaya contain beta carotene, a phytonutrient that can be converted into vitamin A in your body and can keep the eyes and skin moisture.

Kiwi

Kiwi contains between 90-110 milligrams of vitamin C. This fruit contains essential minerals to increase muscle strength and nerve. Kiwi is very good to boost immunity because they contain flavonoids and carotenoids as antioxidants that help the health of the respiratory organs and heart.

Cheese

Cheese contains selenium, a powerful antioxidant that can strengthen the immune system.









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Easy Ways to Avoid Flu

Influenza or commonly known as flu, is a disease that can be solved easily. Even so, when people get flu, people usually feel very miserable. Ranging from cough, cold, fever, nausea and even vomiting.

Actually, there are easy ways that you can follow so you will not got the flu easily. Do four of the following :

1. More outside

Being outside and breathe fresh air is the easiest way to boost the immune system. That also very good for our psychological health which can reduce stress levels. In fact, high levels of stress can lower your immune system.

2. Relaxation

Always make time for relaxation. Enjoy a cup of tea, watering plants or doing other things that make your mind becomes more calm and avoid stress.

"Stress increases the risk of get the flu, because it prevents the body to produce cytokine molecules," said Ather Ali, Assistant head of Complementary / Alternative Medicine Research from the Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center.

Function of these molecules trigger the disease reacts to the immune system. Furthermore, during stress, you usually have trouble sleeping, irregular eating patterns and ignorance in health.

3. Always wash hands

Your hand is a nest of viruses and bacteria. So make sure after getting to the bathroom or leave the house, wash your hands with soap. Don't forget to dry it right away, remember, the bacteria are easily spread in wet temperature rather than dry temperatures.

4. Enough sleep

Continuous sleep deprivation can inhibit the ability of the immune system. In fact, a study conducted by a team from Carnegie Mellon University in 2009 found that, someone who slept less than seven hours a day, have a risk of flu three times higher than those who have slept enough. 

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Eat Slowly To Avoid Diabetes

Eat Slowly To Avoid Diabetes - Are you have a habit of eating quickly or in a hurry? We recommend that you change your eating habits from now on, because some studies have shown that eating in a hurry could have an impact on obesity.

A recent study proves that eating quickly can cause you to develop diabetes in old age. That's because the person who used to just give a little chew before swallowing their food, will increase the amount of sugar in the blood stream immediately. As a result, the body will be more prone to impaired glucose tolerance, also known as prediabetes.

Dr Pradeep Ratnaparkhi, researchers who study this topic said, "The level of blood glucose in people with impaired glucose tolerance is higher than usual, so they are at high risk of diabetes". Prediabetes conditions that are not controlled will quickly cause type 2 diabetes. "In the last 10 years these people are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, with a percentage of 50 percent," he explained.

Pradeep said, eating too fast can also cause an increase in the number of calories consumed. This condition will eventually lead to weight gain which in turn is associated with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Vice versa, by eating slowly a normal person will feel full more quickly.

Ratnaparkhi suggested, "Healthy food and regular exercise can help people with pre-diabetes to keep their glucose levels under control. So, eat slowly to stay slim and fit," he said.

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Odd Foot shape? Beware of Diabetes

Has an unusual foot shape? If so, you should be alert to the possibility of developing diabetes.

"The foot can be used as a benchmark for the early detection of diabetes attack. Finger crooked, protruding bones, and flat feet can be the parameters,'' said Staff Endocrine Metabolic Division, Department of Medicine, Dr. Em Yunir Sp KEMD PD, on seminar "Do not ignore abnormalities that appear in the legs! Perform early detection".

Other parameters are the feet that are full of eyelets or wounds. Abnormalities due to diabetes was characterized by thickening (callus) of the skin, hair, the surface of the feet, and nails. Another sign is  deformity swelling, joint mobility, color and tissue necrosis.

Diabetes causes the skin of the feet become dry and easy to peel. Similarly with toenails that are too thick or too fragile. '' Examination of diabetes can also be done on the toes. If the examination on toes was found many injuries, it must be aware of diabetes,'' she said.


Diabetic foot examination should be done thoroughly. Inspection done by tracing a history of diabetes, skin disorders examination, a blood vessel disorder in the legs, and the presence or absence of neurological disorders (neuropathy).

Diabetics are advised not to walk barefoot, avoid the use of chemicals or sharp objects to attenuate the thickening on the palms of the feet, smoking, using a ring on the toes, and use a high heel or pointy-toed shoes.

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How to Overcome Diabetes Naturally

How to Overcome Diabetes Naturally - Based on studies in the U.S. recently, often consuming blueberries, apples, and pears can reduce your risk of developing diabetes. "Those who eat more blueberries or apples at lower risk for developing diabetes," said An Pan, researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health.

An Pan stated that these fruits are rich in flavonoids, a chemical compound that can be found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Flavonoids may reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and can lower high blood pressure. "Blueberries and apples may reduce the risk of diabetes up to 23 percent," said An Pan.

American Diabetes Association states that there are around 26 million Americans who suffer from diabetes, a disease caused by the body's inability to produce insulin (a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels). An Pan suggest to people who have diabetes to frequently consume these fruits. "In addition to preventing, high flavonoid in these fruits are very good for people with diabetes," said An Pan.

Meanwhile, a professor at New York University, Dr. Loren Greene, said that the natural sugar contained in fruits may increase blood glucose levels quickly. In addition, other substances contained in fruits such as fiber and pectin can provide good benefits for diabetics. "It's better to eat fruit than drink fruit juice," she said.

Actually diabetes is influenced by several factors, such as weight, smoking habits, and heredity. To control it, in addition to consuming fruits, diabetes can be controlled with regular exercise and a healthy diet.

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11 Early Signs of Oral Cancer

11 Early Signs of Oral Cancer - Oral cancer can be detected early before seeing your oral surgeon. Oral surgeon and lecturer at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hasanudin, drg. Muhammad Ruslim Sp.BM MKes said, "Most doctors and dentists recommend to anyone to take an active role in the early detection of abnormalities in the oral cavity by performing self-examination every month".

Early detection of oral cancer is intended to recognize or suspect the presence of oral cancer in the early stages. "Examination of the oral cavity is an important part of the physical evaluation in the early detection of oral cancer treatment. So prompt and appropriate treatment will give a satisfactory result with a good prognosis.," Said Ruslim who is also the Chairman of the Regional Council, Association of oral and maxillofacial surgeons Indonesia (PABMI) Sulawesi.

Here are 11 early signs of oral cancer :

1. Sores on the face, neck, head or mouth that do not heal within 2 weeks.
2. Swelling or lumps on the lips, gums or other areas in the oral cavity.
3. Signs of redness, hardening around the mouth.
4. Recurrent bleeding in the oral cavity.
5. Paresthesia, pain around the face, mouth or throat.
6. Pain in the ear.
7. Difficulty in moving the jaw or tongue.
8. Swelling of the jaw so that the denture does not fit and become unstable.
9. Voice changes.
10. Mass in the neck.
11. Losing weight. 

If you experience symptoms such as those mentioned above, see your doctor immediately for further examination. There's also a good idea to start a healthy life from now on, starting with eating healthy foods, it can prevent oral cancer. Hopefully useful!

Benefits of Fasting In Cancer Treatment

Fasting for health benefits had been no doubt about. Recent studies indicate hunger or thirst were also helps fight cancer and improve the effectiveness of treatment.

Researchers from the University of Southern California found fasting slows the growth and spread of tumors, as well as cure some types of cancer when combined with chemotherapy.

In experiments using mice, the researchers found that tumor cells have different responses to stress in people who fasted compared to normal cells. The cells continued to grow and divide, which eventually destroy themselves.

"These cells are, in fact commit suicide. Tumor cells are trying to compensate for lack of intake that lost in the blood after fasting," said Professor Valter Longo, as leader of the researchers from the University of Southern California.

On the findings that published in journal Science Translational Medicine, Longo and his team observed the positive impact of fasting on breast cancer, bladder and ovaries in mice.

In fact, fasting without chemotherapy is proven to slow the growth of breast cancer, melanoma skin cancer, brain glioma and neuroblastoma cancer or cancer that forms in nerve tissue.

However, researchers suggest to combine fasting with chemotherapy for cancer treatment more effective. And is not recommended for all patients, especially those patients who have lost a lot of weight due to cancer or other diseases, like diabetes.  

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Common Methods To Overcome Acne

Common Methods To Overcome Acne - Acne can appear at any time and often can not be prevented from coming, especially if the main factor is the hormonal changes of puberty. There are some important steps that you can do. The following are common methods to overcome acne.

1. Always keep your face clean, wash your face with soap that matches your skin's pH on a regular basis.
2. Do a sport or physical activity that can generate a lot of sweat. When you sweat pores will open even wider to help spending excess oil. And the hotter temperature would make the oil on the skin will be more diluted, so it can be easily removed smoothly.
3. Drink plenty of water. It does look simple, but this therapy really works not only for acne problems, but even for other serious diseases. With a good system of "water" in your body, then your blood or other organs of your body will be cleaner and healthier, so it can support the healing process of acne or other diseases.
4. Avoid excessive stress, because it can also be a trigger for increased amount of acne.
5. Do not touch your acne, especially if your hands are not clean because it will only become more worsen your acne condition, it can even lead to infection.
6. Avoid fatty foods and increased consumption of vitamin C and zinc-containing foods.
7. Frequently wash your hair, especially for those of you who have oily hair. Keep your hair to not cover the face.
8. Avoid using hair products that contain a lot of oil.
9. Always clean the face of make-up before bed. Sleeping with make-up still attached will cause a blockage in the pores.
10. For blackheads acne, can be cleaned using soaps that contain scrub.

The things above are common ways that are basic steps to overcome acne. For bad acne, it takes special care to heal faster. Hopefully helpful!