Swine Flu - Swine Influenza (Swine Flu)
Time To Pull Up Our Socks – Swine Flu Is almost At Our Doorstep!
It has been in all the news headlines lately and as a result most people are now aware of it! Yes, I think you’ll have made the right guess – it is ‘Swine Flu.’ Never heard this before? Well, now that we are almost in the line of fire, most of us can be found asking questions like:
• What is Swine Flu?
• What are the symptoms of swine flu?
• How is swine flu caused?
These are of course just a few to start with; many of you must be abuzz with many more questions. In a crisis, the human mind, it is understood, does start to work in overdrive. But coming back to the point………
Swine Influenza or ‘swine flu,’ in short, is a respiratory disease found in pigs. It is caused by type A influenza that is often the source of outbreaks of influenza amongst pigs.
Normally swine flu viruses do not infect humans, but human infections of the disease can crop up in workers who are in direct contact with the infected pigs. As a result, it is acknowledged that swine flu virus can also spread with human-to-human contact.
Mentioned below are a few facts from the U.S. CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) which source all information on the spread of swine flue in humans. It says:
• The swine flu virus makes the pigs naturally sick but probably does affect the humans. It is however noted that, humans are mostly affected when they come in contact with infected pigs or when they move around in unhygienic conditions that are pre-infested with infected substances.
• It is natural that pigs are able to catch both the human and the avian bird flu viruses. When the flu viruses from the various species contaminate the pigs, it gives rise to a new mixed virus.
• These mutated viruses from pigs get back into the human body and can then easily be passed on from one human to another. Therefore, transmission of swine flu spreads in a similar method to the seasonal flu i.e. by unprotected sneezing and coughing.
• That the symptoms of swine flu are very similar to that of the seasonal flu – wherein one witnesses sudden fever, muscle pain, coughing, and a feeling of severe tiredness. With this new strain making an appearance in the human body, it leads to more vomiting and diarrhea than is seen in normal seasonal flu afflicted people.
• That in order to prevent swine influenza from spreading, vaccines must be made available so that the humans can be protected from catching the deadly swine flue from the pigs. However, at present there in no known vaccine available to protect humans from swine flu; CDC is trying to formulate one. Nonetheless, seasonal influenza prescription vaccines available in the market do provide protection against the H3N2 virus but only partially; these vaccines are ineffective against the new strain of H1N1 virus which is in circulation at present.
• By eating pork or pork products people have a negligible chance of catching the swine flu virus; however, it is important that pig meat be cooked at a temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit so that the swine flu virus is killed before being ingested by humans.
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posted by Healthy Life at 10:10 AM
Sunday, April 26, 2009
It has been in all the news headlines lately and as a result most people are now aware of it! Yes, I think you’ll have made the right guess – it is ‘Swine Flu.’ Never heard this before? Well, now that we are almost in the line of fire, most of us can be found asking questions like:
• What is Swine Flu?
• What are the symptoms of swine flu?
• How is swine flu caused?
These are of course just a few to start with; many of you must be abuzz with many more questions. In a crisis, the human mind, it is understood, does start to work in overdrive. But coming back to the point………
Swine Influenza or ‘swine flu,’ in short, is a respiratory disease found in pigs. It is caused by type A influenza that is often the source of outbreaks of influenza amongst pigs.
Normally swine flu viruses do not infect humans, but human infections of the disease can crop up in workers who are in direct contact with the infected pigs. As a result, it is acknowledged that swine flu virus can also spread with human-to-human contact.
Mentioned below are a few facts from the U.S. CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) which source all information on the spread of swine flue in humans. It says:
• The swine flu virus makes the pigs naturally sick but probably does affect the humans. It is however noted that, humans are mostly affected when they come in contact with infected pigs or when they move around in unhygienic conditions that are pre-infested with infected substances.
• It is natural that pigs are able to catch both the human and the avian bird flu viruses. When the flu viruses from the various species contaminate the pigs, it gives rise to a new mixed virus.
• These mutated viruses from pigs get back into the human body and can then easily be passed on from one human to another. Therefore, transmission of swine flu spreads in a similar method to the seasonal flu i.e. by unprotected sneezing and coughing.
• That the symptoms of swine flu are very similar to that of the seasonal flu – wherein one witnesses sudden fever, muscle pain, coughing, and a feeling of severe tiredness. With this new strain making an appearance in the human body, it leads to more vomiting and diarrhea than is seen in normal seasonal flu afflicted people.
• That in order to prevent swine influenza from spreading, vaccines must be made available so that the humans can be protected from catching the deadly swine flue from the pigs. However, at present there in no known vaccine available to protect humans from swine flu; CDC is trying to formulate one. Nonetheless, seasonal influenza prescription vaccines available in the market do provide protection against the H3N2 virus but only partially; these vaccines are ineffective against the new strain of H1N1 virus which is in circulation at present.
• By eating pork or pork products people have a negligible chance of catching the swine flu virus; however, it is important that pig meat be cooked at a temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit so that the swine flu virus is killed before being ingested by humans.
Article source
posted by Healthy Life at 10:10 AM
Tips on Wearing Red Lipstick
To add that finishing touch to her appearance, every woman needs some lipstick. And, still very much in fashion is red lipstick. So that you come across as that sexy, pulled-together woman that you are, here are some tips on how to wear red lipstick.
Pay particular attention to the lips. Avoiding overdoing the rest of your makeup assures the red lipstick will stand out. Eye shadows must be light to give a good look to your red lipstick. You will have a clown-like appearance if you overdo the makeup. The rest of your makeup can be toned down by using just mascara, blush and a tiny amount of powder along with your red lipstick.
Choose the correct red tone. There has been a reluctance to wear red lipstick, but it doesn't have to be the case for you! Just identify the exact color of red that suits you. For example, dark shades of lipstick suit for rosy complexion. A warmer shade of red lipstick is ideal for women with a more olive complexion.
You can even decide to match the color of your lips with your nails! The colors need to be similar, if not identical if you are going to wear red on your nails and your lips. (A good tip is not to wear red on both, to tell you the truth.) With the red lip color with you to ensure the best color match if you're going to have your nails done.
Combine the reds. Now-a-days make up artists blend many shades of red lipstick. Choose the correct red by mixing a few different reds together. And, who knows, it might be the way to use up that unusual lip color that you'd decided was a waste of money.
Outline the lip color. Use a lip liner to prevent the red lipstick from bleeding. Before applying red lipstick, use the liner to line the inside of your lips. This helps you keep your lips looking polished throughout the day.
Put on your red lipstick carefully. Be sure that you are applying your red lipstick in the right way. Begin with a lip moisturizer. Then apply with a brush a thin layer of foundation that acts as a base to retain your lipstick's color for many hours. Matched to the color of your red lipstick, outline your lips with a lip pencil. Next, smooth on your red lipstick gently. Be careful - if your makeup is too dark, your lips will stand out too much. Simply use tissue to blotch off any overdone amount of lipstick. Before you walk out the door, enhance your lips with a second layer of red, to create that polished effect.
posted by Healthy Life at 12:10 AM
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Pay particular attention to the lips. Avoiding overdoing the rest of your makeup assures the red lipstick will stand out. Eye shadows must be light to give a good look to your red lipstick. You will have a clown-like appearance if you overdo the makeup. The rest of your makeup can be toned down by using just mascara, blush and a tiny amount of powder along with your red lipstick.
Choose the correct red tone. There has been a reluctance to wear red lipstick, but it doesn't have to be the case for you! Just identify the exact color of red that suits you. For example, dark shades of lipstick suit for rosy complexion. A warmer shade of red lipstick is ideal for women with a more olive complexion.
You can even decide to match the color of your lips with your nails! The colors need to be similar, if not identical if you are going to wear red on your nails and your lips. (A good tip is not to wear red on both, to tell you the truth.) With the red lip color with you to ensure the best color match if you're going to have your nails done.
Combine the reds. Now-a-days make up artists blend many shades of red lipstick. Choose the correct red by mixing a few different reds together. And, who knows, it might be the way to use up that unusual lip color that you'd decided was a waste of money.
Outline the lip color. Use a lip liner to prevent the red lipstick from bleeding. Before applying red lipstick, use the liner to line the inside of your lips. This helps you keep your lips looking polished throughout the day.
Put on your red lipstick carefully. Be sure that you are applying your red lipstick in the right way. Begin with a lip moisturizer. Then apply with a brush a thin layer of foundation that acts as a base to retain your lipstick's color for many hours. Matched to the color of your red lipstick, outline your lips with a lip pencil. Next, smooth on your red lipstick gently. Be careful - if your makeup is too dark, your lips will stand out too much. Simply use tissue to blotch off any overdone amount of lipstick. Before you walk out the door, enhance your lips with a second layer of red, to create that polished effect.
posted by Healthy Life at 12:10 AM
Getting Your Lift the Natural Way - With Anti-Aging Medical Spa Treatments
We can all use a little lifting here and there, but most of us don't want to get plastic surgery. It's too drastic a measure for a little skin rejuvenation for most; that's why we have anti-aging medical spa treatments. These are non-surgical answers to your aging skin's needs.
Over time, the skin of your face and body becomes loose and saggy. This is an unavoidable problem and it's a sure sign of aging. Most of us think that our skin would snap back into place like it was in our younger days. Let's look at what the alternative to plastic surgery can do for you.
Get Acquainted with Your Collagen
What most of the best anti-aging medical spa treatments do to your skin is stimulate its collagen. Collagen is a natural part of the skin that keeps it firm and tight. Over the years, your body loses collagen and your skin cells quit producing it in the amounts your skin needs. Botox and other skin injectibles are designed to kick your collagen into gear. They inject a small amount of toxin into the skin, and your skin reacts naturally by boosting its collagen.
Another collagen-enhancing technique is done with lasers. It's called LED Skin Rejuvenation. The treatment involves zapping your skin with a highly focused laser, and the body's natural reaction is to make collagen. When your collagen is enhanced, your skin loses its sagginess and wrinkles. Your skin will look firmer and younger.
The All-Natural Face Lift
The face lift is a plastic surgery procedure that is known for producing great results. A face lift can turn back the years and make you look younger and healthier than ever before. There is a new anti-aging treatment called Thermage Face Tightening which produces the same results without the surgery. Thermage treatment also focuses on the loose skin problem.
Thermage uses radio waves that wash over the skin. The skin reacts by producing more protein, and the result is that the skin tightens back into place. Like laser surgery and injectibles, Thermage skin tightening uses your skin's natural reaction to produce the same effect as plastic surgery. The advantages are obvious; no cutting, no scars and no surgery at all.
The No-Cut Lift
There is a new technique that works almost exactly like a face lift, but uses no cutting. It's called a Pointe Lift. The Point Lift places sutures in key areas around the face. These sutures are elevated and held for a while in this position. This elevation puts pressure on the skin and tightens it. When the sutures are removed, the skin flattens back naturally, tighter than before.
Because it's a little uncomfortable, the Pointe lift often uses a little anesthesia, but it's nothing to be worried about. There are no side effects, and the process is completely reversible.
Plastic surgery scares a lot of people off, and it's a shame, because many of us could benefit from it. Luckily, there are anti-aging medical spa treatments that can do the work for you, without the cutting. Check out medical spas in your area and see what treatments they offer.
posted by Healthy Life at 12:10 AM
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Over time, the skin of your face and body becomes loose and saggy. This is an unavoidable problem and it's a sure sign of aging. Most of us think that our skin would snap back into place like it was in our younger days. Let's look at what the alternative to plastic surgery can do for you.
Get Acquainted with Your Collagen
What most of the best anti-aging medical spa treatments do to your skin is stimulate its collagen. Collagen is a natural part of the skin that keeps it firm and tight. Over the years, your body loses collagen and your skin cells quit producing it in the amounts your skin needs. Botox and other skin injectibles are designed to kick your collagen into gear. They inject a small amount of toxin into the skin, and your skin reacts naturally by boosting its collagen.
Another collagen-enhancing technique is done with lasers. It's called LED Skin Rejuvenation. The treatment involves zapping your skin with a highly focused laser, and the body's natural reaction is to make collagen. When your collagen is enhanced, your skin loses its sagginess and wrinkles. Your skin will look firmer and younger.
The All-Natural Face Lift
The face lift is a plastic surgery procedure that is known for producing great results. A face lift can turn back the years and make you look younger and healthier than ever before. There is a new anti-aging treatment called Thermage Face Tightening which produces the same results without the surgery. Thermage treatment also focuses on the loose skin problem.
Thermage uses radio waves that wash over the skin. The skin reacts by producing more protein, and the result is that the skin tightens back into place. Like laser surgery and injectibles, Thermage skin tightening uses your skin's natural reaction to produce the same effect as plastic surgery. The advantages are obvious; no cutting, no scars and no surgery at all.
The No-Cut Lift
There is a new technique that works almost exactly like a face lift, but uses no cutting. It's called a Pointe Lift. The Point Lift places sutures in key areas around the face. These sutures are elevated and held for a while in this position. This elevation puts pressure on the skin and tightens it. When the sutures are removed, the skin flattens back naturally, tighter than before.
Because it's a little uncomfortable, the Pointe lift often uses a little anesthesia, but it's nothing to be worried about. There are no side effects, and the process is completely reversible.
Plastic surgery scares a lot of people off, and it's a shame, because many of us could benefit from it. Luckily, there are anti-aging medical spa treatments that can do the work for you, without the cutting. Check out medical spas in your area and see what treatments they offer.
posted by Healthy Life at 12:10 AM
Collagen Night Cream - Why You Should Not Buy It
Collagen night cream has already become a buzzword among many women. It is fast becoming a household phrase, especially among those who can't wait to get rid of their wrinkles. Do you know that such cream is a sheer waste of money, given the results you can get?
Introducing this essential protein
Collagen is a basic natural protein produced by the body. It is an essential molecule that helps the body in maintaining skin elastic. It combines with elastin, another protein, to making collagen bundles.
There is no question about the role of collagen in making your skin firm and wrinkle free. I am not questioning the logic behind collagen on the first place. What I want to highlight, however, is how easily women can be fooled with false advertising. Many leading companies are bragging about their products containing collagen substance per se. They actually capitalize on the ignorance of many of uneducated consumers like us.
To tell you honestly, applying collagen directly on your skin does not serve any purpose. Plainly speaking, collagen cannot be absorbed by the skin through the skin pores. The molecular size of collagen molecule is simply too huge to pass through your skin pores. You must remember that any supposedly effective substance should be able to penetrate the seven layers of the dermis before it become helpful. Because collagen is larger than even the skin pores, your skin could simply not absorb it.
In fact, it could not also be absorbed even when ingested directly. The stomach and the small intestines could not process it. It will only go down the drain, together with your money.
What you need to do, however, is to encourage the natural production of collagen right inside the body. You do not have to import collagen from outside sources. That does not work at all.
Remember always that the body alone is capable of producing its own collagen supply. This ability, however, declines as we grow older. That makes it important to use substances that help the body regenerate the natural production so that the body could easily replenish old and dying ones.
Use natural substances though when doing this. Leading ingredients are Cynergy TK, Phytessence Wakame and Coenzyme. Use them in any product regularly to prevent wrinkles from appearing prematurely. They are also effective in removing already existing ones.
Now that you know more about collagen, you should really give these effective natural substances a try and stop using your collagen night cream immediately.
And to help you get clearer and younger looking skin, I would like to share with you one anti aging skin care range of products that I discovered. They contain more active ingredients than any other cream on the market. These ingredients are effective moisturizers, because they penetrate deeply to "nourish" the skin. So, they never feel greasy.
posted by Healthy Life at 12:10 AM
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Introducing this essential protein
Collagen is a basic natural protein produced by the body. It is an essential molecule that helps the body in maintaining skin elastic. It combines with elastin, another protein, to making collagen bundles.
There is no question about the role of collagen in making your skin firm and wrinkle free. I am not questioning the logic behind collagen on the first place. What I want to highlight, however, is how easily women can be fooled with false advertising. Many leading companies are bragging about their products containing collagen substance per se. They actually capitalize on the ignorance of many of uneducated consumers like us.
To tell you honestly, applying collagen directly on your skin does not serve any purpose. Plainly speaking, collagen cannot be absorbed by the skin through the skin pores. The molecular size of collagen molecule is simply too huge to pass through your skin pores. You must remember that any supposedly effective substance should be able to penetrate the seven layers of the dermis before it become helpful. Because collagen is larger than even the skin pores, your skin could simply not absorb it.
In fact, it could not also be absorbed even when ingested directly. The stomach and the small intestines could not process it. It will only go down the drain, together with your money.
What you need to do, however, is to encourage the natural production of collagen right inside the body. You do not have to import collagen from outside sources. That does not work at all.
Remember always that the body alone is capable of producing its own collagen supply. This ability, however, declines as we grow older. That makes it important to use substances that help the body regenerate the natural production so that the body could easily replenish old and dying ones.
Use natural substances though when doing this. Leading ingredients are Cynergy TK, Phytessence Wakame and Coenzyme. Use them in any product regularly to prevent wrinkles from appearing prematurely. They are also effective in removing already existing ones.
Now that you know more about collagen, you should really give these effective natural substances a try and stop using your collagen night cream immediately.
And to help you get clearer and younger looking skin, I would like to share with you one anti aging skin care range of products that I discovered. They contain more active ingredients than any other cream on the market. These ingredients are effective moisturizers, because they penetrate deeply to "nourish" the skin. So, they never feel greasy.
posted by Healthy Life at 12:10 AM
Anti Aging Skin Care Products - Oprah's Comprehensive Wrinkle Free Face & Longevity Guide For Women
Recently on Oprah's show Dr Oz, the resident dietitian, reviewed the latest anti aging skin care products which have radically shaken up the anti aging market this year.
Studies suggest that whilst the recession means spending is tight, treating yourself is crucial for keeping the norm and one of the cheapest ways for women to do this is by testing one of the new anti aging skin care products which scientists argue demonstrates proof amongst the communities that use it.
As proof, they suggest that the island of Sardinia which consumes this ingredient on a daily basis boasts the world record for the highest female centenarian population per capita.
This is in part they suggest due to the antioxidant they consume which is found in a local fungi which helps protect a particular plant from bacteria.
When consumed it is said to act as a natural artery scrubber, which over time they state eradicates all toxins.
This is welcome news for most Americans as the U.S.A holds one of the most appalling records regarding artery related diseases.
Due to what dietitians now conform is the staple diet of America, fast foods and power-foods - having an artery scrubbing supplement is not only great for your body but also your skin as high concentrations of anti-oxidants now make up some of the most successful skin pair products on the market.
The skin is constantly rejuvenating itself through the ingredients you ingest, so by consuming the latest anti aging skin care products high anti-oxidant ingredients therefor helps speed up the recovery and rejuvenation process.
posted by Healthy Life at 12:10 AM
Studies suggest that whilst the recession means spending is tight, treating yourself is crucial for keeping the norm and one of the cheapest ways for women to do this is by testing one of the new anti aging skin care products which scientists argue demonstrates proof amongst the communities that use it.
As proof, they suggest that the island of Sardinia which consumes this ingredient on a daily basis boasts the world record for the highest female centenarian population per capita.
This is in part they suggest due to the antioxidant they consume which is found in a local fungi which helps protect a particular plant from bacteria.
When consumed it is said to act as a natural artery scrubber, which over time they state eradicates all toxins.
This is welcome news for most Americans as the U.S.A holds one of the most appalling records regarding artery related diseases.
Due to what dietitians now conform is the staple diet of America, fast foods and power-foods - having an artery scrubbing supplement is not only great for your body but also your skin as high concentrations of anti-oxidants now make up some of the most successful skin pair products on the market.
The skin is constantly rejuvenating itself through the ingredients you ingest, so by consuming the latest anti aging skin care products high anti-oxidant ingredients therefor helps speed up the recovery and rejuvenation process.
posted by Healthy Life at 12:10 AM
