Showing posts with label Health Care. Show all posts
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Health Care Benefits - Yoga & Benefits of Yoga


Yoga is an ancient philosophy that came from India that promotes personal health, grown and wellness and is also based on a harmonizing system of development for the body, mind, and spirit.

Yoga is an art that combines the body, the mind and the spirit.

Yoga in these days is becoming popular and is practiced by people mainly for its health benefits.

Most of the young folks are practicing yoga to learn the ways to get relax from their everyday stress and depressions.

It aims for the great union of the body, mind, and spirit through a system of postures, breathing exercises, meditation.

Regular Yoga practice will provide a sense of peace and healthy.

Main Purpose of Yoga is to help yourself and other people to achieve your highest potential and to experience a healthy and happy life.

The most important benefit of yoga is physical and mental therapy.

It also helps to increase the muscle and tendon suppleness, as a result decreasing your risk of injuries.

It can also helps to combat against certain illnesses, and there are some reliable researches proving that it aids in controlling certain illnesses such as headaches, arthritis, stress, anxiety, blood pressure, asthma, multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue, epilepsy, diabetes.

There are so many various type of Yoga which have their own different health benefits.

Here I am trying to share with you some brief details about some important types of Yoga and their Health Benefits for us.

Different Health Benefits from different types of Yoga :-

Hatha Yoga, Bhakthi Yoga, Raja Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Karma Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Astanga Yoga, Power Yoga, Hot Yoga

(1) With the help of regular Yoga,we can increased our breathing capacity.

(2) Secondly,with the help this holistic health-Yoga,we can increase flexibility in our daily routing life activities like sitting on a chair for long time, long drive in car etc.

(3) Yoga is a great way to tighten and add life back into pathetic muscles. By moving through the poses the muscles are being tested constantly, all dimensions of the fibers are challenged and tightened, refueling them with youth and life. In short we can toning our muscles.

(4) And there are also so many types health benefits as I want to just describe here very briefly like Weight normalizes, Energy increases, Sleep improves, Endurance increases, Alignment and posture improves, Steadiness and balance improves, Social adjustments improves, Attention improves, Self-acceptance improves, Well being improves.

Health Care Tips & Benefits-Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are one of the most painful afflictions of the urinary system.

Main causes of kidney stones is a low liquid intake, and sufficient daily water consumption may lower the risk of kidney stones.

High levels of sodium and protein, specifically animal protein, and curiously enough cranberry concentrate tablets may increase the risk of kidney stones due to the oxalate content, a common component of kidney stones.

Evening Primrose Oil :-

Evening primrose oil is often associated with calming eczema and other skin irritations, and for helping women suffering from period pains and menopausal symptoms. It is also helpful to kidney stone sufferers, since it reduces the amount of calcium present in urine.

Aloe :-

Aloe gel (from the Aloe Vera plant) is very high in both citrate and tartrate, which means it is highly recommended at preventing kidney stone formation.

Potassium Citrate :-

The effects of potassium citrate on kidney stones and discovered that taken over a period of time, it can significantly reduce their formation.

Pumpkin Seeds :-

Pumpkin seeds are a great natural source of carbohydrates, amino acids and unsaturated fatty acids. They also contain Vitamin C, D, E, and K, plus nearly all of the B vitamins.

It is due to their phosphorus content however that they are highly recommended to people with bladder problems, and therefore those suffering from kidney stones.

Vitamin B6 :-

Taken in relatively small quantities, Vitamin B6 has great therapeutic value for kidney stone sufferers. For women in particular, it can significantly reduce the risk of forming kidney stones.

Rose Hip :-

Rose hip is very high in Vitamin C, E and K and is commonly taken to help prevent infections, particularly the common cold and flu. Rose hips can also be used as a preventative to kidney stones.

Magnesium :-

Magnesium has an interesting effect on calcium oxalate crystals – otherwise known as kidney stones - in that it decreases both their growth and initial formation. This means magnesium is highly recommended as a preventative for those suffering from kidney stones and also to help reduce the risk of a re-occurrence.

Glycosaminoglycans :-

Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) have been demonstrated in tests to regulate the growth of crystals in the intestine.

Health Care Tips & Benefits-How to stay healthy and fit


Some simple and effective health care tips and that could redefine your concept of health to a greater extent.

(1) Move your body. Walk your dog; chase your kids; toss balls with friends, mow the lawn.
Do anything that moves your limbs as it is an effective fitness tool and a stress buster.
(2)Cut fat by avoiding fried foods, burgers and fatty meats. Opt for lower fat versions such as substitute butter, fat free cheeses and mayonnaise.
(3) Smoking is injurious to health, so quit smoking to stay healthy. Thought for the day: Give up just one cigarette - the next one.
(4) Stay away from stress. Exercise, meditation and spending 30 minutes a day doing something you like will allow you to stay cool.
(5) Protect yourself from pollution. If you can't live in a smog-free environment, at least avoid smoke-filled rooms, high traffic areas, breathing in highway fumes and exercising near busy thoroughfares.
(6) Floss your teeth. People who floss their teeth are more health conscious than people who don't. So floss and be your body's boss.
(7) Avoid excessive drinking. As studies show a glass of wine or one drink a day (two for men) can help protect against heart disease, more than that can cause other health problems like cancer.
(8) Have a positive outlook. There's a definite link between living well and having a cheerful outlook on life. You can't be unhappy when you're smiling or singing.
(9) A natural remedy for coughs is a teaspoon of honey with a pinch of ground black pepper 2-3 times a day.
(10) Beans are said to be rich in 'flavonoids' that help protect against heart disease and cancer. So don’t forget to eat your beans!
(11) According to a new study drinking tea over a long period-- long, green, or black--builds strong bones. Bone loss can start in the thirties, especially in women.
(12) To treat sunburn, take some leaves from an aloe plant and refrigerate them. After they have cooled, you can peel off the top layer of a leaf and apply the exposed gel directly to the sunburn.
(13) Practice laughing at yourself. You just can't help becoming more accepting of your own shortcomings, and that's a sure-fire stress-buster.
(14) Exercise is a powerful remedy against depression. The body's natural endorphins, elevated by a good workout, will naturally improve your mood.
(15) Avoid the use of alcohol, sedatives and antihistamines which cause a "loggy," drugged feeling. Eat less protein and fat in favor of fruits and vegetables.
(16) You may be wondering what seatbelts have to do with health. Statistics show that wearing seatbelts keeps you safe and therefore allows you to live longer.
(17) Do not take fried foods instead have baked or steamed food. Include lot of salads and fruits in your diet. Take only one type of fruit at a time.
(18) Whenever you are going somewhere near, make it a point to walk. Go for a walk every morning.
(19) Yoga is one of the best ways to keep yourself fit and healthy. Meditation calms and relaxes your mind.
(20) Take a nutritious diet which is very important for both physical and mental health. Include lot of fresh fruits, vegetables and pulses.
(21) Take a nutritious diet which is very important for both physical and mental health. Include lot of fresh fruits, vegetables and pulses.
(22) Take up a hobby besides your profession. It is a great way to relax and be happy. It relieves you of stress.
(23) Go for an early morning walk and enjoy the fresh air and the beautiful sunrise. It is a sure way to de-stress yourself.
(24) Listen to any music of your choice. It is a great way of relaxing.
(25) Massage is a great way to de-stress yourself. Have a massage with essential oil or a warm scented bath.
(26) Laughter is a great medicine. Watch a humorous movie which is a wonderful way to relax.
(27) Don't bottle up your emotions, share it with a trusted friend or write it in a piece of paper and tear it.
(28) Laughter is the best medicine according to many doctors. In fact, a single laugh may boost your immune systems defenses for up to 3 days.
(29) A good to know health tip is that beer and wine can actually be good for you and help you to live longer.
(30) Eating a naturally healthy breakfast every morning makes you less likely to suffer a heart attack.
(31) A 4-5% reduction in your water intake may reduce your concentration and performance by as much as 30%.
(32) Eat at least one good serving of uncooked food before every meal. You'll be pleased by how much weight you'll lose and how much better you'll feel.